December 2025

The Pecos County Memorial Hospital District Board of Directors narrowly approved a tax abatement for a new Bitcoin mining data center Tuesday, breaking a tie vote after residents warned that the deal could jeopardize the district’s long-term financial stability.

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In a landmark move for local homeowners, the Pecos County Commissioners Court has approved a resolution that will provide significant property tax relief for citizens aged 65 and older and disabled homeowners.

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.

Editor’s note: The following list is provided by the Pecos County Attorney’s Office Offender: JOSEPH RAY KELLY Offense: DISPLAY FICTITIOUS LICENSE PLATE Offense Date: 03/23/2025 Arresting Agency: Department of Public Safety County Cause No.: CR-26299 Sentencing Date: 10/29/2025 Disposition: DEFENDANT HAS ENTERED INTO A PRETRIAL INTERVENTION PROGRAM FOR THIS OFFENSE Offender: ZEDRIK JAVON MARVES Offense: POSSESSION OF MARIHUANA =$ 100

GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil, Regarding waxleaf ligustrums – I read your column today. I hope you will be more grudging in recommending them.

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December 2025 Dec. 29–31 (Mon–Wed): Boys Basketball (9th, JV, Varsity) @ Littlefield Tournament.

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It was 90 minutes of heart and effort every game for the Sul Ross State University women’s soccer team. The Lobos had six Top 10 LSC rankings, three leaders and five additions to the record book with a school record.