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The Pecos County Commissioners Court convened on Tuesday, November 12, to address various community improvements, budget allocations, and administrative updates during their regular session. With a packed agenda, commissioners covered everything from infrastructure projects to retirement plans, reaffirming their commitment to enhanc- ing county services and managing public funds responsibly.

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The Fort Stockton City Council convened in the city council chambers on November 12, to discuss and act on numerous community- oriented items, from employee recognition to key city 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.

GUEST COLUMNIST In 1853, Secretary of War Jefferson Davis had an idea: why not bring camels to the United States to help solve the massive transportation problem presented by the huge new desert territories seized from Mexico? This was not an original idea but one that had been suggested earlier by Army Lieutenant Henry Crosman as early as 1836. However, now, as Secretary of War, Davis was in a position to implement this idea.

HEAD OVER MEALS Who doesn’t like a little bit of heat with their sweet? If you’re looking to mix these two tastebud teasers into your menu, look no further than this jalapeno peach chicken. While it is common to mix certain fruits with savory proteins, adding jalapenos and peaches to chicken is probably not the first place your mind takes you.