August 2024

A fatal shooting on Saturday, August 24, resulted in the death of Alejandro Lozoya, 20, and the injury of Christian Franco, 17. According to a report from the Fort Stockton Police Department, the suspect is now in custody after walking into the FSPD lobby with family members.

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The Fort Stockton City Council held its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday evening, August 26. This meeting welcomed a special canine guest, K-9 Officer Fauce, and recognized him for “his exceptional commitment and distinguished 10 years of service to the citizens of Fort Stockton,” as he will now retire.

Big Bend Telecom, LTD., an affiliate of Big Bend Telephone Company (BBT), is pleased to announce that it has entered into a purchase agreement with TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS) to acquire TDS internet broadband and voice operations in Alpine and Ft. Stockton Texas.

The RA Radiance Med Spa, located at106 E 1st St, held a grand opening ribbon-cutting on Friday, August 23. Dr.

Starting at the beginning of September, every Pioneer Newspaper will hold a page dedicated to selecting the “Best of the Best” of Fort Stockton. This local tradition has made an annual appearance in the newspaper for many years now and gives citizens the opportunity to lend the spotlight to their favorite spots and people in town.

The privilege of penning this week’s From the Pulpit as a transition from one month’s offerings to another (from August to September) invites the opportunity to flag the “always and everywhere” commonality of Christian witness. For those of us who “follow the lectionary” as we choose the Sunday Scriptures needful for proclamation in our congregations across the Sundays ahead, knowing that Christians everywhere, although assembled in numerous and varying churches for weekly worship, are “on the same page” can be comforting and encouraging.

Ten students from Fort Stockton High School ( FSHS) have chosen to stay local and pursue higher education at Midland College’s Williams Regional Technical Training Center (WRTTC). Students like Laila Subia will pursue their chosen careers here in Fort Stockton before moving on to the workforce or continuing their education at another school. The WRTTC guides any student wishing to stay in Fort Stockton or students who are transferring to any other school as a service to the community. Their student services team aids with college applications, TSI testing, advising, and guidance in completing the Federal Student Aid Application (FAFSA) which is free.

The Fort Stockton Panther Tennis Team continued their impressive start to the season with two home victories last week, demonstrating their skill and determination on the court. On Tuesday, August 20, the Panthers hosted the Midland High JV Purple team, marking their second meeting in just a few days following the Basin Brawl.

The Fort Stockton Panthers Cross Country Team delivered an impressive performance at the Tall City Invitational in Midland, Texas, on Saturday, August 24. Competing against strong competition, the Panthers showcased their determination and talent across multiple divisions.