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On Monday, December 23, the Pecos County Commissioners Court convened for a packed session at the county courthouse in Fort Stockton, addressing a wide range of issues from public library appointments to substantial infrastructure projects.

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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.

Photos are from the Fort Stockton Pioneer archives at the Pioneer’s office located at 210 N. Nelson St .

GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil, I bought two yaupons (Skyward and Pride of Houston). I know that Pride of Houston is female (berryproducing).

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As we stand at the threshold of a new year, many find themselves caught up in the whirlwind of resolutions—ambitious goals and grand plans. But what if, instead of focusing solely on external changes, we took a moment to examine something deeper: our priorities?

Maybe we do not realize just how well off or blessed we are until we lose it. It could be health, marriage, raising children, finances, jobs, housing, food, safe neighborhoods and these are just a few from a long list. There is so much turmoil and rumors of war in much of our world. There is violence, ruthless killing, people and families fleeing for their very lives. Leaving in the middle of the night with nothing but the clothes on their backs. And many times separated never to see a child or loved one again. Religious intolerance and people being forced to accept a religion or way they do not want or agree with. Sure, our Country has problems but it is a lot better than most places. We have so many freedoms and opportunities. May we begin the New Year on our knees thanking God for our country, (Colossians 1:16) and the many blessings it provides for us and asking Him to protect it, (Psalm 86:6). We may commit ourselves this New Year to read our Bibles more and spend more time in prayer, (Hebrews 10:22, Colossians 4:2). Our political leaders need our prayers. Also ask God to raise up good Godly leaders for us, (Romans 13:6&7). May our lives be filled with the presence of God and His love and may that be passed on to our families, local communities, Churches and our nation.

The United States Postal Service (USPS) announced it will suspend regular mail delivery and retail services on Thursday, January 9, 2025, in observance of a National Day of Mourning for former President Jimmy Carter.

SAN ANTONIO– The Texas Agricultural Land Trust (TALT) has announced a new opportunity for landowners to engage in conserving one of the state’s most endangered ecosystems, the Coastal Prairie. As part of the Coastal Prairie Additive Conservation Partnership, TALT is opening applications from January 15, 2025, through February 28, 2025, aiming to integrate more landowners into efforts to preserve these vital landscapes.