October 2024

Tomorrow, the Pecos County Senior Center will host its regular potluck luncheon. All guests are asked to bring a side dish or dessert for the gathering at 12 noon.

Early voting for the Nov. 5 general election begins Monday, Oct. 21 and ends on Nov. 1. Texas voters will be choosing from a full slate of candidates, from president to U.S. senator to various county positions.

This year, my eldest and most expensive daughter embarked on her senior year at Texas A&M University – and my wife and I embarked on another year of wondering whether or not credit cards can actually implode from overuse. Having a senior Aggie daughter has made me wistful about my own time at this storied university, when I, too, did my best to ensure that my parents couldn’t retire until they reached their late hundreds.

The “Winds Across the Pecos” Living History event returns to Horsehead Crossing on the Pecos River, Oct. 25 and 26.

LOOKING BACK

GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil, our lawn maintenance company mowed our grass about a month ago. I noticed a spot that almost immediately appeared beneath our red oak.

The Fort Stockton Panther Tennis Team wrapped up their fall season in style, celebrating an incredible journey that culminated in winning the Area Championship. Under the guidance of Coach Victor Garcia and Cody Aaron, the team demonstrated grit and determination throughout the playoffs, culminating in a thrilling victory over Lubbock Cooper-Liberty on October 11.

The Fort Stockton Panthers faced their toughest challenge yet on Friday night as they took on the undefeated Seminole Indians at Panther Stadium. In a game that started with promise but quickly unraveled, the Panthers suffered their first home defeat in over a year, falling 62-17.

The Fort Stockton High School Blue Wave Swim Team made a strong statement at the Lubbock Small Team/JV Invitational on October 10. Competing against tough teams from across the region, the Blue Wave swimmers showed their determination, achieving significant time drops and earning top finishes in multiple events. Led by head coach Lily Morales Forst, the team’s hard work is already paying off in this early stage of the season.

The Fort Stockton High School Prowler Volleyball teams faced two challenging district matches this past week, first hosting the Andrews Lady Mustangs in a thrilling “Pink Out” game on Tuesday, October 8, before traveling to Midland to take on the Greenwood Rangers on Saturday, October 12. Despite their resilience and hard-fought performances, the Prowlers fell short in both contests, bringing their district record to 3-2 as they prepare for their upcoming matchup against Monahans.