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GUEST COLUMNIST This past Sunday we began a new study that is centered around the work of the Spirit of God in a Christian’s life. Our text is Galatians 5:16: But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh.

I went to the back pasture and there, standing all alone in a remote place was a small tree with lots of fruit on it. I did not recognize it at first but as I approached I was amazed. There stood a small persimmon tree full of fruit. There are other persimmon trees on the place, larger and in better locations, but none with that amount of fruit. I found one persimmon almost ripe and tasted it and it was sweet. That little tree reminded me of something in the Bible. First, if we have never accepted Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord we are not even in God’s garden, (Matthew 7:21-23 & 21:42-44). Second, if we have accepted Christ He expects us to live in a way that brings honor to His name, (Matthew 3:8). A tree can usually be identified by the type of fruit that it bears and we are known by our fruit or the way we live, our lifestyle, (Matthew 7:18-20). Yes, there are hindrances like not being content but just wanting more of anything. And there is the problem of just having the wrong kind of fun or good times in the wrong places and it could be anything that occupies our time and energy but we end with no time for God, (Luke 8:14, Titus 3:3, James 4:3). Is there any fruit in our lives and what kind?

When I was researching the history of Fort Lancaster (1855-1861) for Texas Parks & Wildlife, one of the original sources was the inspection of the post in 1860 by Joesph Mansfield, the Inspector General of the Army. The report included an excellent map. Fort Lancaster was one of the most isolated posts in Texas, and no civilian settlement existed. It was located on the Overland Trail between San Antonio and El Paso and built close to good water sources, Live Oak Creek and the Pecos River.

In a press release from 23rd District of Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales’ office on July 17 of last week, the Department of the Interior formally established the Blackwell School National Historic Site in Marfa as the 430th National Park.

Offender: CHRISTOPHER RAY HERRERA Offense: CRIMINAL TRESPASS Offense Date: 03/05/2024 Arresting Agency: Ft. Stockton Police Department County Cause No.: CR-25881 Sentencing Date: 06/26/2024 Sentencing: DEFENDANT PLEAD GUILTY TIME SERVED THIRTY-ONE (31) DAYS in the County Jail; $0.00 General Fine; $0.00 Mandatory Fines; $0.00 Restitution; $0.00 Court Costs; $0.00 Reimbursement Fees Offender: HUNTER KALEZIC Offense: POSSESSION OF MARIHUANA

YOUR GUIDE TO LOCAL PLACES TO GO AND THINGS TO DO Your guide to local places to go and things to do! If you have an event for our Do Something! listing, please e-mail litzy.rodriguez@fortstocktonpioneer.com

Fort Stockton Community Theatre is proud to announce that Barrio Fest III, a Celebration of the History, Culture, and Traditions of the Hispanic Culture in Fort Stockton, will kick off Friday, September 13 and continue through Sunday, September 15. The Celebration will have some new activities and activities introduced at the first Barrio Fest in 2022.

Are you in the market for a new read? Your Fort Stockton Library has you covered. Here is a list of the new books received recently for you to enjoy. Free to all residents, visit the library in person or learn more at www.fort-stockton.lib.tx.us

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) announced today that Sul Ross State University in Alpine has met the criteria to advance their provisional status in its quest to transition into Division II athletic competition. In early 2023, Athletic Director Amanda Workman said the university would apply for DII status, which was approved last July.