Features

Native artist featured in Chicano art exhibition

3 years ago By Jeremy Gonzalez

Carolina G. Flores was born and raised in Fort Stockton and has been a participant and host of various art shows locally. Her vibrant work is currently being featured in a new exhibition at the Mexic-Arte Museum in Austin.

Fort Stockton native and artist Carolina Flores stands with visitors next to her painting entitled “Boda en Sanderson.” From left to right: Greg Sapire, Ana Boza, Carolina Flores, Antonio Soltero, Carlos Soltero and Elizabeth Rogers. Photo courtesy of Carolina Flores.

Don’t Rain On Our Parade!

3 years ago By Jeremy Gonzalez

The 2022 Independence Day Parade on July 4 in Fort Stockton was met with heavy rains as it finished its final stretch on Main Street. From horses to Jeeps, the crowd welcomed the rain as it made for a good relief from the recent heat. The parade was a true West Texas display of weathering the storm. Photos by Jeremy Gonzalez

An inside look: Fort Stockton firework show preparations

3 years ago By News Staff

Fort Stockton’s annual Independence Day firework show at Rooney Park on July 4 proved to be amongst the best in West Texas once again this year. Fort Stockton Mayor Chris Alexander and Kevin DeHaven picked up the fireworks for this past Monday’s show from Dallas and spent numerous hours wiring/preparing for the Fourth of July event. Courtesy Photos

Business Spotlight: Brew Lane Cafe Express

3 years ago By Nathan Heuer

Longtime co-workers Gavyn Thomas and Leslie Rodriguez had set out on a journey many years ago to start a successful business. And now they have begun what they hope will be just the beginning of their ventures as business owners.

Brew Lane Café Express co-owners Gavyn Thomas, left, and Leslie Rodriguez, right, are pictured outside their new business on Dickinson Boulevard on June 10. Photo by Nathan Heuer

Where Ya Headed?

3 years ago By Jeremy Gonzalez

Motorcyclists ride through Fort Stockton every single day, but you never know their story until you stop and talk to them. “We’re on a father-son trip,” began Morris.

Morris and his son Brandon rode into Fort Stockton on their motorcycles Monday, just shortly after the scattered rains. The pair revealed a full-hearted story behind their father-son road trip. Photo by Jeremy Gonzalez

Toastmasters winners

3 years ago By News Staff

Toastmasters in Fort Stockton met on May 20 at the Fort Stockton Public Library for one of their bi-monthly meetings. The group’s president, Karan Heffelfinger presented the awards at the meeting. Houston Mckenzie, bottom photo, was recognized as the Best Speaker. The Best Table Topics Speaker was visitor Lance Smith, top photo. Alicia Salinas (not pictured) was awarded the Best Evaluator. Toastmasters meet twice a month on the second and fourth Fridays at noon for one hour, at the public library. Lunch is provided. The group invites the community to attend. For more information, please contact President Karan Heffelfinger at 432-336-2541.

The Best Table Topics Speaker was visitor Lance Smith.

4-H state food challenge qualifiers recognized

3 years ago By News Staff

Three Pecos County 4-H students were recognized for their state-qualifying achievement at the Pecos
County Commissioner Court regular meeting on June 27.

Mikki Mandujano, James Garrison, and Bryon Garrison were the state qualifiers.

The students qualified for state by showing exemplary knowledge of nutrition and the ability to put together a meal without instruction in a 40-minute span.

4-H students that competed in the state meet included, James Garrison of Fort Stockton, second from left; Mikki Mandujano of Coyanosa, middle; Bryon Garrison of Fort Stockton, second from right. Also pictured is Agricultural and Natural Resources 4-H Agent Payton Keifer, left, and Karan Heffelfinger, right. The students are pictured at Monday’s Commissioner Court meeting at the Pecos County Courthouse. Photo by Nathan Heuer

Local businesses support CNA week

3 years ago By News Staff

Heritage Funeral Home and Fort Stockton Insurance showed their appreciation for the Certified Nursing Assistants at Focused Care in Fort Stockton by adopting/sponsoring the CNAs at the facility. CNA week began in 1977. CNA week, also known as the National Nursing Assistants Week, is celebrated every year on the second whole week of June, starting on a Thursday. This year’s 45 Annual National Nursing Assistants Week was celebrated from June 16-22. CNA week is a special time to thank CNAs for their hard work and effort in the medical field. Pictured is Pam Palileo, owner of Fort Stockton Insurance, Monica Iverson, Administrator with Legacy Funeral Group, and Focused Care CNA’s Clarissa Mendoza and Gabby Galindo. Courtesy Photos

BE COOL/STAY COOL SUMMER THEATRE CAMP

3 years ago By News Staff

The Paisano Players who have been involved in the third annual Be Cool/Stay Cool Summer Theatre Camp invite family and friends to attend their free performance of «The Wicked Witch of the Wild West,” written by Faye Couch Reeves, on Friday, June 24, at 5:15 p.m. at the Nelson Street Theatre, 102 S. Nelson St. in Fort Stockton. The production is by special arrangement with Pioneer Drama Service. The performance will be the culmination of the students work during the Summer Theatre Camp, directed by Emma Morales with assistance from Alice Duerksen and Ruben Gonzales. Seventeen students attended the camp, and are excited to show the results of their two weeks of hard work. Come and enjoy this version of “The Wizard of Oz.” Pictured are students, who will be performing the “The Wicked With of the Wild West,” during their practice on June 20.

Local pharmacist calls it a career after 30 years of ownership

3 years ago By Nathan Heuer Pioneer Editor

Coming from a family of pharmacists, longtime Fort Stockton resident Mario Juarez knew the career path he wanted to go down since he was a teenager.

The El Paso native began his career in pharmacy as a clerk at the age of 16. Juarez received his degree in pharmacy from the University of Texas in 1984 and eight years later he began to live out his dream.