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Desert Pines to purchase more golf carts

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To keep up with the high demand, the Desert Pines Golf Course will be adding 10 additional golf carts to its supply. On March 7, the Pecos County Commissioners Court approved an early release of funds to pro shop manager Fabian Zorilla’s for a check of over $3,000, which is needed to guarantee the delivery of the new golf carts.
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Comanche Springs Rodeo to feature pair of bands

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This year’s Comanche Springs Rodeo will have a welcome addition to the annual event. Following the rodeo on Friday, March 25 and Saturday, March 26, the Pecos County Civic Center will host dances that feature two bands – Honky Tonkers and 12 Mile.
Mutton Busting is a must-see event at every rodeo, as was the case at last year’s Comanche Springs Rodeo at the Pecos County Coliseum. Viewers will get the pleasure of watching the event once again at this year’s rodeo in Fort Stockton. Photo by Nathan Heuer

City clean-up days set for April 4-14

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Fort Stockton residents will soon be able to get rid unwanted bulky items and trash for free of charge via the annual spring clean-up in the city. The annual event will be held from April 4-14 and feature pick-up, as well as an option for drop off at the city’s landfill for city residential customers paying for city sanitation services.
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Occupants identified in fatal crash involving University of the Southwest golf team

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According to preliminary information released by the Department of Public Safety, a two-vehicle major crash occurred on FM 1788 approximately ½ mile north of SH 115 in Andrews County on March 15 at approximately 8:17 p.m.

A Dodge 2500 pickup was traveling southbound on FM 1788 when it veered into the northbound lane and collided with a Ford transit passenger van that was transporting the University of the Southwest men’s and women’s golf team. As a result of the crash, six students and one faculty member were killed.

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Ken Baucham to perform at SpringsFest

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On Saturday, March 12, SpringsFest will celebrate the history of Comanche Springs and gather memories of this iconic Texas spring with an event at the historic Annie Riggs Museum, 301 Main St, from 1:30-5:30 pm. The celebration will also include a performance by Ken Baucham, who will be making his first appearance in Fort Stockton.

Ken Baucham performs in Fort Davis, Texas. Photo by Kirby Warnock

Pain management to be offered at PCMH

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Pecos County Memorial Hospital will give residents more healthcare accessibility beginning next month via a new pain management clinic in Fort Stockton. “It’s really important for us to be able to offer these pain management services in rural areas,” said Lee Webber, Acute and Chronic Pain Management Specialist.
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Pecos County State Bank names new directors

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The shareholders of The Pecos County State Bank are pleased to announce the election of three new directors at its annual shareholders meeting last month. The following are the newly elected directors: Kyle Card - Card was born and raised in Fort Stockton and graduated SMU in 1985.
Pictured from left to right are new directors Kyle Card, Scott King, Bill McAnally. Courtesy Photo

Cactus Health Services to receive grant

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Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) announced on Monday that Cactus Health Services in Fort Stockton will receive $1 million in grant funds from the Department of Health and Human Services. “I am proud to announce this critical healthcare funding for Fort Stockton,” said Congressman Gonzales.
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