January 2026

Leadership and Community Progress

Fort Stockton Independent School District Superintendent Gil Rey Madrid officially recognized January as Texas School Board Appreciation Month, praising the District Board of Trustees for leadership that guides district progress and supports the long-term success of local public education.

Middle Pecos board raises water export fees

The Middle Pecos Groundwater Conservation District board approved a 3% increase to its groundwater export fees during a meeting Tuesday, following public testimony regarding the long-term sustainability of the region’s water supply.

Maria “Mary” De Los Angeles Villalba

Mrs. Maria “Mary” De Los Angeles Villalba, lovingly known as “Nana,” passed away peacefully on January 19, 2026, in Odessa, Texas, at the age of 83. Her passing marks the end of a life filled with devotion to family, faith, and community.
Maria “Mary” De Los Angeles Villalba

Dinner and a Show

The Fort Stockton Community Theatre announces that tickets are on sale for its upcoming production of The Sweet Delilah Swim Club, a comedy in two acts written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten, presented by Special Arrangement with Dramatists Play Service.

Feyry-Natividad Announces Pecos County Judge Run

Lifelong Resident Emilie Feyry- Natividad Announces Candidacy for Pecos County Judge Emilie Feyry-Natividad, a lifelong resident of Pecos County and a dedicated community leader, has officially announced her candidacy for Pecos County Judge.

Alamo Elementary Honor Roll

2nd Grade Mrs. Rojas A Jaylah Carrillo Lucas Castillo Tanner Fierro June Lorta A/B Rebecca Armendariz Adren Garcia Kaira Harvey Aliah Montanez Isaiah Pacheco Edrick Sanchez Adrianna Vela Mrs.

Warnock Appears on Mike Rhyner’s Podcast

Former Dallas DJ now hosts one of the most popular podcasts on Spotify Platform One of Dallas radio’s most legendary DJs was Mike Rhyner. After getting his start on the infamous KZEW FM (“The Zoo”) he went on the even bigger things as the.
Mike Rhyner, Kirby Warnock and producer Michael Gruber in the studio of the recent Spotify podcast. Courtesy Photo