November 2025

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The night sky is a treasured part of life in the Big Bend region – an awe-inspiring backdrop to our lives. Preserving it takes the support of all in our community. In this effort, three organizations with local properties – Village Fresh Greenhouse Grown, the Brewster County Courthouse, and Terlingua Ranch Lodge – are the latest to adopt nighttime lighting that helps keep our skies dark and stars bright.

The Pecos County Senior Citizens Center is inviting members to gather for good food and fellowship at its monthly potluck lunch Friday, November 14, at noon. This month’s meal will feature a Thanksgivingthemed menu, with turkey provided by Oscar Gonzalez.

Scholars’ Dollars Scholarships are available to Pecos County residents taking college courses through the Midland College Williams Regional Technical Training Center in Fort Stockton. The Board implemented changes to the scholarship program in 2024 to shift focus from exclusively financial need to include academic achievement toward the student’s stated educational goal.

The Fort Stockton City Council will hold its Regular City Council Meeting on Monday, November 17, at 5:30 p.m. Major discussions and actions include a public hearing concerning a request by Fort Stockton Main and First LLC for a Special Exception to allow the rehabilitation of a hotel within a Central Area (CA) District at 100 N. Main Street.

In honor of the recent Veteran’s Day holiday, The Fort Stockton Film Society will screen Sergeant York this Saturday night, November 15 at the Nelson Street Theater, 102 S. Nelson at 7:00 pm. Doors will open at 6:30 pm.

Arnulfo D. Bueno, Jr.

Richardo Pacheco Bueno was born July 14, 1959 in Pasadena to Jose Acosta & Isaura Bueno and passed away October 29, in Plano. He is survived by his wife, Velma Bueno; children: Cassandra Esquibel & husband Nick, Melanie Olvera & husband Eduardo, Marcus Bueno & wife Christina; grandchildren: Andrew, Levi, Vivian, Nicholas, McKinsley, Sophia, Olivia, Alaina, Marcus Jr.; siblings: Ella Gonzalez, Severa Acosta Arenivas, Amanda Acosta Castelo, Missy Acosta Alvarado.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Timoteo “Tim” Olivas, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, greatgrandfather, brother, and friend, who passed away peacefully on November 1, at the age of 73. Tim was born on January 24, 1952, and spent his life in Fort Stockton, Texas, where he created countless memories filled with love, laughter, and joy.

Mocky’s, the Fort Stockton hot dog haven run by Laura and Raul Duarte, is a testament to community support and culinary innovation, transforming from a small canopy stand to a sought-after food trailer in just a year. The business’s journey has involved navigating logistical hurdles related to setup, location, and regulations, alongside demonstrating a strong commitment to community support through acts of generosity.