September 2025

GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil, I planted a 6-foot chaste tree in the spring in my garden area. The tree had some blooms on it at the time.

Fort Stockton Pioneer.

Editor’s note: It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered evidence of guilt, all defendants are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The following list is provided by the Pecos County Sheriff’s Department.

Last month, Congressman Tony Gonzales held a roundtable with law enforcement from the West Texas region and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on oilfield theft within the Permian Basin. Congressman Gonzales has reintroduced the Protect the Permian Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation, first introduced in September of last year, will increase criminal penalties for stealing, transporting, or selling stolen oil and oilfield-related equipment. It also formally establishes and supports an FBI-led task force to combat oilfield theft and expands federal resources to law enforcement agencies that assist with combating oilfield crime.

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Fort Stockton’s art scene is set to shine this upcoming weekend as a local artist opens their historic First Street gallery for Barrio Fest, offering a unique glimpse into a diverse collection of artwork and the rich history of the building itself. The artist plans to showcase a wide range of pieces, many at significantly discounted prices, making it an exciting opportunity for art enthusiasts and the community.

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EMS Open House, Memorial, and Land Use The Pecos County Commissioners Court convened Monday, September 8, for a regular session that saw significant decisions on a new spaceport lease, county equipment, and jail upgrades, among other items. A major topic of discussion was a proposed lease agreement for the Pecos County Spaceport Property, located at Greasewood Ranch south of Fort Stockton.

The Fort Stockton City Council convened for a regular meeting on Monday, September 8, tackling a comprehensive agenda that included budget approval, tax rate adjustments, utility and zoning ordinance changes, several key agreements, and the official designation of a Halloween date for the community. Mayor Paul Casias presided over the meeting, which saw no public testimony on regular agenda items.

In response to public feedback The Fort Stockton Film Society will present Westward the Women, this Saturday afternoon, September 6, at the Nelson Street Theater, 102 S. Nelson at 4:00 pm. Doors will open at 3:30 pm.