July 2026

Body Rudolph David Smetak, 85, of Fort Stockton, Texas, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 22, 2026. A Rosary will be recited on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home of the Big Bend.

Body It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Javier “Frank” Yanez, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend.

Body Texas at Northside Baptist Church. After studying the Bible together and with Joe Stout, Dub & Doris obeyed the Gospel and were baptized into Christ in 1973.

Body The 11th Annual Pitchfork Ranch Appreciation Lunch once again brought together local law enforcement officers, first responders, and active community members for a day dedicated to recognizing the men and women who faithfully serve and protect our communities.

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Body Amateur radio enthusiasts across the United States and Canada took to the airwaves this past weekend, June 27–28, for ARRL Field Day 2026, the largest annual onthe- air operating event in amateur radio.