May 2024

Amarillo by Suppertime

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Recently, I took a break from my grueling summer staycation for a business trip to exotic Amarillo, Texas. (Try to contain your jealousy.) I had never visited Amarillo – other than passing through in the middle of the night on my way to Colorado ski resorts during my Clearasil-laden teen years – so I was fairly excited by the prospect, mainly of what I might find to eat there.
Amarillo by Suppertime

To the Editor,

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There was a time of joyful people who came and went from both sides. They crossed the Rio as they pleased, no longer, now the Rio cries. The crossings are like jungles, with danger, deceit, and lies. People suffer, and many times die. Much sadness, so the Rio cries. The want for Yanqui Dollars will be mostly the reasons why. They live for “It” and die for “It”. The almighty “It” is why the Rio cries. Many live in anger and frustration. Evil players profit as days go by. Others couldn’t care less about it. How much longer must the Rio cry? Since January of 2021, many millions of illegal migrants crossed open U.S. borders. With them came a flood of illegal drugs. Thousands of Americans die each year from these drugs, and many U.S. Politicians don’t seem to care. There was a time when outlaws threatened Americans, like Cartels do now, who made the mistake of crossing the Rio Grande to attack New Mexico. Thousands of U.S. Troops were sent to Mexico which put an end to it. So why isn’t this much worse state of affairs not being handled in the same way? Very much like the Mexican Federales, the U.S. Federal Government can also be seen as pathetically corrupt.

High-end electrical users could strain grid

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The growth of industrialscale users of power could strain the Texas power grid, ERCOT’s chief announced last week. The Dallas Morning News reported Pablo Vegas, the agency’s CEO, said bitcoin miners and artificial intelligence data centers going in across the state, as well as industrial growth in the Permian Basin, could create the need for a massive buildup of power transmission lines in the future.
High-end electrical

From the Pulpit: Reflection

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Reporter (Katie) Today we continue our exclusive interview with that famous Spirit, God. He is such a hot topic these days! God has granted the Fort Stockton Pioneer a chance to speak with him exclusively and hear what all the fuss is about.

Panthers Make a Racket at District Tennis

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The Fort Stockton High School Tennis Team showcased their grit and determination at the recent two-day District meet held in Midland on April 24 and 25. The team put forth a strong effort, with several players advancing and earning welldeserved recognition.
Athena Gomez, Adison Fowler, Jaslyn Pacheco show off their metals.

Middle School Panther Baseball Ends Season Undefeated

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The Fort Stockton Middle School Panthers wrapped up their season in style with a dominant 11-4 victory over the Van Horn Eagles last Thursday. Led by a no-hitter performance from pitcher Gilbert Hinostroza and a strong offensive showing, the Panthers capped off an undefeated season. Coach Luis Dominguez praised the team’s relentless effort and noted the bright future ahead for these young players.
8th Grade Panthers are undefeated! Photo Courtesy of: Fort Stockton Athletics

Sports summer camps to be held locally

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A series of summer camps for Fort Stockton sports are scheduled to be held this summer beginning May 21 and concluding July 31. All camps are $40 each except swimming and strength and conditioning, which are $90 and $45 respectively.

Prowlers Battle Hard in Bi-District Playoffs

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The Fort Stockton Prowlers Softball Team put up a valiant fight in their recent Bi-District ‘Best of Three Series’ against the Canyon West Plains Wolves. The series, held April 25 and 26 at Seminole Softball Field, saw the Prowlers face tough competition and ultimately conclude their season.
Softball playoffs getting ready to start at the playoff game. Photo courtesy of Fort Stockton High School