June 2024

Historic Rail Depot Begins Next Chapter

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The Fort Stockton Economic Development Corporation started the restoration process of the Historic Rail Freight Depot this past week. This new development comes in the wake of several meetings this week within the Pecos County Commissioners Court, the Fort Stockton City Council, and the Fort Stockton Independent School Board.
The Historic Rail Freight Depot is pictured here near downtown Fort Stockton. Photo courtesy of Fort Stockton Economic Development Corporation

Chamber of Commerce boost community events

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The ambassadors for the Fort Stockton Chamber of Commerce met last week for their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 11. Most recently, the chamber, along with the sponsorship from Big Bend Telephone, kicked off the free live music concert series at Zero Stone Park.

Return of the Cantaloupe Classic

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On Tuesday, The Pecos League announced that Fort Stockton is to see the return of the historic Cantaloupe Classic Showdown and invites all baseball fans. “The Pecos League proudly announces the highly anticipated Cantaloupe Classic featuring the Alpine Cowboys against the Pecos Bills,” the league shared in a press release.

Remembering the Pecos Theater Fire

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One week in January 1976, the old Pecos Theater in downtown Fort Stockton was scheduled to show the newly released film “The Towering Inferno,” starring Steve McQueen and Paul Newman. Instead of just a viewing, the theater became a towering inferno itself, burning to the ground.
The old Pecos Theater in downtown Fort Stockton. Photo Courtesy of the Fort Stockton Film Society

Steak Roll-Ups

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INGREDIENTS 8-ounce sirloin or flank steak, thinly sliced Extra virgin olive oil to taste Salt, to taste Ground black pepper, to taste Rosemary, to taste, chopped 1 red bell pepper, sliced into thin strips 1 orange bell pepper, sliced into thin strips 1 medium zucchini, sliced into thin strips 1 medium yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced White button or cremini mushrooms, to taste, cut into thin strips FOR ROSEMARY BALSAMIC GLAZE 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 large clove garlic, minced ¼ cup dark balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons dry white wine 2 teaspoons brown sugar 2 sprigs rosemary ¼ cup beef broth Directions Lay the flank steak or sirloin out onto a cutting board and rub each side with olive oil, salt, pepper, and chopped fresh rosemary. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Steak Roll-Ups

Steak and veggies go five-star

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If you’re looking for something different to whip up for the weekly family dinner or to serve to a group of friends at your next dinner party, consider trying these steak roll-ups as they will surely be a hit with everyone.
Steak and veggies go five-star