November 2024

Houston - David Shuster, the longstanding architect of the Houston Christian University (HCU) golf program, has transformed the school’s golf teams into a powerhouse since he was tasked with reviving the program in 2006. Now stepping into the role of Director of Golf while continuing as the Men’s Head Coach, Shuster leaves an impressive legacy from his dual role as head coach for both the men’s and women’s teams over his nearly two-decade tenure.

The Pecos County Senior Citizens Center is set to welcome the holiday season with its annual Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner on Friday, November 15. This cherished event will begin at 12:00 noon at the center, located at 1010 W. 14th Street in Fort Stockton, bringing together seniors and guests to celebrate the spirit of community and gratitude.

The U.S. Border Patrol’s Big Bend Sector has strengthened its border security with the recent installation of two additional Autonomous Surveillance Towers (ASTs), enhancing the sector’s ability to monitor and respond to activity along the U.S.-Mexico border. These solar-powered towers, equipped with long-range sensors and thermal imaging technology, are designed to provide continuous, real- time surveillance, even in the rugged and remote areas of the Big Bend region.

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GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil, while raking leaves from shrubs around the house, I’ve noticed asps on a couple of hollies. What is the best way to eliminate them before someone gets stung? We don’t want to hurt the plants with whatever we use.

Congratulations to the people of Pecos County! You have made your voices heard. You’ve chosen to support friends and neighbors who were courageous enough to align their personal values with the party of freedom, life, liberty, and justice— the Republican Party.

Get this: life expectancy has apparently hit its peak. According to msn.com, a recent study published in the journal Nature Aging finds that, barring any major medical breakthroughs, “people will top out at a maximum average age of around 87 — 90 for women, 84 for men.” This news runs counter to numerous more optimistic studies I’ve written about the past 20 years.

CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS With Republicans regaining majority control of the Senate, U.S. Sen.

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It is truly an honor to be chosen as the best church in Fort Stockton. At Northside Baptist Church, our mission is clear: to glorify God and uplift the precious name of Jesus Christ in all that we do. This recognition reflects the shared commitment of our church family, our community, and our faith.