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“Smoke on the Mountain” opens at FSCT March 3

3 years ago By News Staff

Fort Stockton Community Theatre announces performances of “Smoke on the Mountain,” a musical written by Connie Ray, conceived by Alan Bailey, and directed by Penny Smith. Musical arrangements are by Mike Craver and Mark Hardwick.

Low cost spay, neuter clinic coming to city March 11

3 years ago By News Staff

The once-a-year opportunity for area residents to have cats and dogs fixed, vaccinated, and microchipped at a low cost in Fort Stockton will be on Saturday, March 11 at the Big Bend Fix 14. The annual event will take place at the Fort Stockton Convention Center, located at 2181 Interstate 10 Service Road, starting at 9 a.m.

Inmate Arrests Report – Pecos County Jail (Feb. 14-17)

3 years ago By News Staff

It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered as evidence of guilt. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

USDA announces conservation reserve signup

3 years ago By News Staff

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that agricultural producers and private landowners can begin applying for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) General signup starting February 27 through April 7, 2023. CRP is a cornerstone voluntary conservation program offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and a key tool in the Biden-Harris administration’s effort to address climate change and help agricultural communities invest in the long-term well-being of their land and natural resources.

Hyper-Reach provides emergency notifications

3 years ago By News Staff

When severe weather or an emergency crisis occurs in the area, Hyper-Reach provides alerts to Pecos County residents to keep individuals informed and safe. The service is free and available for residents to signup on the county website (co.pecos.tx.us), city website (cityoffortstockton.

Big shoes to fill: Espino to step down as board president after six years

3 years ago By Nathan Heuer

Growing up in Fort Stockton, Billy Espino entered the education profession over 30 years ago with the goal of making an impactful difference for the youth in the community. It’s more than fair to say he accomplished his mission during his 29 years of service with the Fort Stockton ISD as an administrator and school board member.

FSISD board reorganization on the horizon

3 years ago By Nathan Heuer

The Fort Stockton ISD school board is set to have two new members by the conclusion of the upcoming May 6 election. Billy Espino, longtime board president, and Andy Rivera, current six-year board member of Ward 7, will not rerun for their elected seats later this year.

Four candidates file to run for Fort Stockton Mayor

3 years ago By Shawn Yorks

Qualifying for the May 6 Fort Stockton municipal election ended last Friday, and with the impending departure of longtime mayor Chris Alexander, no less than four individuals filed to run for the open mayoral seat.

Two mayor candidates – James Warnock and Paul Casias – are current city council members, while James Clarence Wilson and former city council member Pam Pepper Palileo also filed. Casias is the current Mayor Pro Tem.

Inmate Arrests Report – Pecos County Jail (Jan. 31- Feb. 12)

3 years ago By News Staff

Jan. 31

Justin Andrew Wells, of Jennings, Louisiana at 5:15 p.m., officers with the Department of Public Safety apprehended Wells and charged him with possession of a controlled substance penalty group two less than one gram and possession of marijuana less than two ounces. Wells received bonds totaling $4,500 and was released Feb. 1.

Feb. 3

Lenten luncheons to begin Feb. 28

3 years ago By News Staff

The entire community of Fort Stockton and Pecos, as well as visitors, are welcome to attend the weekly Lenten Luncheons beginning on Tuesday, Feb. 28 at the First Presbyterian Church.

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