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Pecos County Precinct No. 2 Commissioner Robert Gonzales presented service awards to two employees last week. Jesus Calderon was recognized for five years of service in the parks department and Veronica Ramirez was recognized for 10 years of service as an administrative assistant. Also pictured, right, is Road and Bridge Superintendent Joe Ruiz. Courtesy Photo

While touring West Texas, a traveling family coordinated an overnight stay in Fort Stockton before visiting Fort Davis. “We’re from Helotes, which is close to San Antonio,” began Carlos.

If you have an event for our Do Something! listing, please e-mail nathan.heuer fortstocktonpioneer.com. APRIL 7 The Opening reception for Buena Vista Cemetery photograph collection at Midland College/Williams Regional Technical Training Center in Fort Stockton will be held on Thursday, April 7 from 2-3 p.m.

Three historic properties in Fort Stockton were recently made available for tours during weekdays by way of the Pecos County Historical Commission. Three weeks ago, the commission opened the Historic Pecos County Jail, Sibley-Rollins House, and the Hovey School to the public for free tours.

Volunteers give their time and labor without expecting anything in return. They are often considered to be the glue that holds a community together.

Recording artist Charlie Cope performed at the Annie Riggs Museum in Fort Stockton on April 1. The one-time “Spring off the Patio” event had over 30 people in attendance and was a prelude to the Summer Off the Patio series that will begin at the museum on Thursday, May 26. Cope’s brand of americana music is formed from an array of genres including Rock, Country, Red Dirt, Folk, Soul, Pop, Blues, RnB, Bluegrass. Cope released his debut album “Americana And Whatever’s Left” in September of 2021. Photo by Nathan Heuer

Joshua Montoya, right, was recognized as the FSISD Middle School Student of the Month for March. Montoya is pictured with Gil-Rey Madrid, Assistant Superintendent of Operations and Support Services. Photos by Nathan Heuer

Miguel Rivera, Director of Maintenance at the Fort Stockton Independent School District, claimed the “Be the Standard” award at the district’s board meeting on March 28. The award is given to a staff member who attends the most events and activities in a calendar month.

Joe’s Place and owner Joe Espino held a ribbon cutting ceremony on April at the bar’s location in downtown Fort Stockton. The ceremony, which was hosted by the Fort Stockton Chamber of Commerce, represented the business’ official grand opening and membership acceptance to the chamber. The bar, located at 216 W. First St., held its soft opening on Feb. 25 and has since been open on Friday and Saturday evenings. Photo by Nathan Heuer