November 2024

The Little Sunflower

My wife had a small concrete area in our back yard where she fed the birds and sometimes that included sunflower seeds. I guess one of those seeds got blown off the concrete pad and fell into a crack in the dirt and sprouted. Anyway, we had one sunflower plant that was about two feet tall.

Reflection

November is upon us! It hardly seems possible that this year is coming to a close, doesn’t it? And if you have followed the news at all, doom and gloom is upon us, no matter which person has won the presidential election.

Artwalk Alpine slated for November 22-23

Artwalk Alpine, West Texas’ longest-running arts festival, proudly celebrates its 31st year on November 22-23. This award-winning street festival transforms the main streets of Alpine into a vibrant showcase of artistic talent and community spirit.

Panthers Rest Up in Bye Week

With the regular season behind them and a hard-earned 6-4 record, the Fort Stockton Panthers are set to enter the postseason. Their upcoming playoff clash with Lubbock Estacado, the top-ranked team in their district, awaits this Friday at 7 p.m.
Panthers Rest Up in Bye Week

Prowlers Basketball Teams Open Season

The Fort Stockton Prowlers basketball teams tipped off their season with impressive performances across both high school and middle school levels, delivering a strong start filled with wins, teamwork, and standout individual efforts.
Prowlers Basketball Teams Open Season

Strong Showing in Monahans

The Fort Stockton Middle School (FSMS) Tennis Team closed out their Fall Season on a high note with an impressive showing at the tri-meet in Monahans on Thursday, Nov. 7.
2024 middle school tennis team photo. Courtesy photo provided by Coach Aaron