September 2026

Leda Nell Dulaney, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed into the arms of Jesus on August 30, 2026, following a long illness. On September 16, 1945, in Decatur, Texas, Leda Nell and her identical twin sister, Veda Dell, were born to their parents, Hazel and Robert Grue.

Bessica Ann Valdez of Fort Stockton was called home to be with our Lord on September 27, 2026, in Odessa, Texas. Bessica was born in Ft. Stockton, Ramiro and Esmeralda Valdez on July 12, 1985. She graduated from Ft. Stockton High School in 2004.

William “Bill” J. Turner of Fort Stockton, Texas passed away on September 21, 2026, in Odessa, Texas.

By The Pecos County Historical Commission As we commemorate 250 years of America, we are not simply remembering dates in history. We are remembering people—the lives, sacrifices, traditions, and stories woven together into our collective memory.

The Fort Stockton City Council addressed utility rates, community improvement projects, infrastructure payments and the future of the Springhirst Hotel development during its regular meeting Monday, Sept. 28.

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More than 80 participants gathered at Mandujano Brothers Produce on Sunday, Sept. 27, for the farm’s sixth annual Pumpkin Patch 5K.