November 2024

On November 20, astronomers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and The University of Texas at Austin announced the discovery of the youngest planet ever found using the transit method. With this method, a planet is detected when it passes between its host star and the observer. The planet, named TIDYE1b, is roughly the size of Jupiter and is an estimated 3 million years old. To put that age into perspective: If Earth were a 50-year-old person, TIDYE-1b would be a 2-week-old infant.

The Fort Stockton Panthers basketball teams, from high school to middle school, showcased their competitive spirit in recent games, leaving fans optimistic for the season ahead. On November 19, the Fort Stockton High School Varsity Panthers faced a tough matchup on the road against Odessa High.

1st Team Offense: 1st Team Defense: Evian Acosta-DL-Sr. Ejay Ortiz-LB-Sr.

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The Fort Stockton Prowler basketball teams hit the courts with determination this past week, showcasing their skills and resilience across several games and tournaments. Competing at all levels— freshman, junior varsity, and varsity—the Prowlers delivered notable performances against opponents including Crane, Alpine, and various tournament teams.

Fort Stockton High School’s gymnasium is set to roar louder than ever as Coach Nicholas Gauna returns to Panther Country, this time at the helm of the Panthers Basketball program. With deep roots in West Texas and a clear vision for success, Coach Gauna’s arrival promises not just a revitalized basketball program but a stronger sense of community and pride.

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GUEST COLUMNIST One of the great benefits of streaming TV is that I’m able to watch old network shows that I enjoyed while growing up in the 1970s. One of my favorite shows was “The Waltons.” When I was 11 years old, that prime-time show was a central part of my weekly ritual.

CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS Gov. Greg Abbott issued three executive orders last week targeting the Chinese government and the Chinese Communist Party, The Dallas Morning News reported Abbott said the orders were intended to protect Texans of Chinese descent from “harassment and intimidation” by the Chinese Communist Party and government, and to fight threats to state security.