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ThecommunityofFortStockton is preparing for a landmark celebration this summer as its cherished Water Carnival reaches a historic 90th anniversary milestone. This long-standing tradition, which has become a cornerstone of local culture, will return to the desert oasis with a high-energy production titled “Stars & Stripes: USA 250 – WC 90 Birthday Splash.” The 2026 show is designed to be a dual celebration, honoring both the nine-decade legacy of the carnival and the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States.

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This gives Fort Stockton a chance to think about something important.

What began as a simple act of remembrance has grown into one of Fort Stockton’s most heartfelt traditions of service. Following the passing of Richard Reeves, family and friends came together in 2005 with a shared purpose— to help others facing long-term illness, especially cancer.

2 Corinthians 5:7 or we walk by faith, not by sight— Most people see a can of tomato soup as nothing more than a simple meal. But sometimes the simplest things expose the deepest truths. In a world where uncertainty is rising and fear is becoming a daily companion, even a can of tomato soup can confront us with a question we’d rather avoid: What does it really mean to live by faith? That question sits at the heart of a story about a five-year-old boy who refused to step into a dark pantry to retrieve a can of tomato soup. His mother reassured him that Jesus would be in there with him, but the darkness still felt overwhelming. So, he cracked the door, peered inside, and whispered, “Jesus, if you’re in there… would you hand me that can of tomato soup?” His fear, his hesitation, and his small act of trust mirror the very tension adults carry every day.

Editor’s note: It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered evidence of guilt, all defendants are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The following list is provided by the Pecos County Sheriff’s Department.

Dear Neil: I xeriscaped my front yard in November 2014 and used the compact form Microburst Texas sage. I’m wondering why one plant died. Its leaves turned a deep gray. Leaves at the bases of the other plants seem brittle and fall off easily with touch. Otherwise, the plants look fine. Can I assume it’s from overwatering? They are on a drip irrigation system.

Fort Stockton Pioneer.

I am not talking specifically about the war in Iran but about world peace. Everyone hopes for world peace.

The Fort Stockton City Council is scheduled to convene Monday to address a wide-ranging agenda that includes significant infrastructure payments, grant applications for crime prevention, and a special recognition for long-term community service. The regular meeting will take place April 27 at 5:30 p.m. at 121 West Second St.

The Borderlands Research Institute (BRI) at Sul Ross State University has received a $975,000 gift from John L. Nau III to advance the next phase of its habitat restoration work at Nine Point Mesa Ranch, building on his original $1 million investment that launched the project.