October 2024

Body One of the neatest things the founders and crafters of our county did was design our government to be for and by the people. That means we have a say in who our leaders will be. Very shortly we will be faced again with the decision of which candidates or party to vote for.

Body As we prepare for tomorrows battles, we all should be praying for better and desiring to see more of God and His plan. We keep praying for a big move from God, and then make the choices not go to church, to prayer night nor bible study.

Body When I was lost and going in the wrong direction, you reached out your hand to me. When I rejected your love and help, you still walked beside me and loved me. You held me in your arms every day and every night. I had strayed from your path, yet you kept me safe from harm.

Body Each year TDCJ Fort Stockton Unit participates in the State Employees Charitable Campaign where they host multiple fundraisers such as food sales and silent auctions with items donated by local businesses and staff.

Body A TexTreasures grant from the Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) will help to digitize the entire Harry Warren Papers collection beginning this fall at the Archives of the Big Bend at Sul Ross State University in Alpine.

Body Airlawn Furniture / Airlawn Appliance & Outdoor, located at 1206 W Dickinson Blvd, held a grand opening ribboncutting on Thursday, October 2. Airlawn Furniture has served Pecos and the surrounding areas since 1992.

Body I recently listened to actor Stanley Tucci being interviewed about getting older, and he shared some words of wisdom. (No, he didn’t suggest that older people should spend more time grooming their ear and nose hair – even though we should.

Body Texans who wish to vote early in the Nov. 5 general election have until closing time Friday, Nov. 1 to do so. Secretary of State Jane Nelson is encouraging voters to double-check their precinct numbers and candidate selections before casting their ballots.

Body On September the third I went to the city to have my dumpster which they called a trash bin picked up. Due to the fact that I couldn’t afford the extra $36.00 a month at this time due to the prescriptions I had to buy out of pocket.

Body Editor’s note: It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered evidence of guilt, all defendants are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The following list is provided by the Pecos County Sheriff’s Department.