July 2025

“A Classic Childhood Pastime Is Fading,” blared a recent headline in “The Atlantic.” The article lamented the fact that the number of youngsters (ages 7 to 17) who report having ridden a bicycle at least six times in the past year has fallen by nearly half since the Nineties. Fewer than five percent reported riding “frequently.” (Or maybe they’re just LATE in reporting, as in “Hey, Mom, I was supposed to tell you I need you to whip up a diorama of Victorian London in time for school today.

Dear Editor, As a mother, my greatest desire is to provide a loving and nurturing environment for my children. However, my journey has been marred by accusations from Child Protective Services (CPS) since I was 17 years old.

The Alpine Cowboys faced a rollercoaster week of baseball as they battled through back-to-back series against the Pecos Bills and the Garden City Wind during a festive and competitive Fourth of July stretch. The week began with back-to-back losses to the Pecos Bills.

Fort Stockton FFA members were among the more than 16,000 students in attendance at the 97th annual Texas FFA State Convention, held June 30 through July 4 in Fort Worth. The weeklong event served as a celebration of agricultural education, leadership, and student achievement across the Lone Star State.

Before it had a name, the LoneRunner Run Club was just one person: Emilie Feyry Natividad. A familiar face in Fort Stockton, Emilie had been running solo since 2016, using each step as a personal outlet—for stress relief, healing, and growth.

GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil, I can keep my grass green around these pecans, but we would have a huge water bill if I tried to keep the trees fully watered. I see dead/dry branches throughout our neighborhood.

Fort Stockton Pioneer.

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As the Fort Stockton Water Carnival prepares for its 87th annual celebration this July, the event stands as both a vibrant community tradition and a testament to the town’s ability to adapt through changing times.

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