New teacher housing discussed
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The Fort Stockton Independent School District may provide an affordable living option to new professional staff in the near future. And potentially current staff as well.
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FSISD to request testing days waiver
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The Fort Stockton Independent School District is looking to keep some students home on testing days.
At its Oct. 18 meeting, the FSISD School Board unanimously approved submitting a request for the Modified Schedule State Assessment Testing Days Waiver (2021-2024). This would allow students who are not testing to attend school after the testing period, therefore reducing the number of interruptions.
PCMH awaits vaccine regulations
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Employees at Pecos County Memorial Hospital could face regulations that would require them to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
On Oct. 19, the PCMH Board of Managers discussed a federal mandate that could become a reality for staff. Various departments were informed that if the mandate were to go into effect, the hospital would have to abide by it because it accepts federal funds.
Pecos County Public Sentencings - September 2021
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- Liliana Alanis, DOB 10/15/1994 (CR-23443, assault causes bodily injury family violence) defendant plead to two days time served.
- Ronnie Wayne Cline, DOB 01/02//1969 (CR-24270, driving while license invalid) defendant entered into a six-month pretrial intervention program with a $500 fee.
- Gilbert Diaz, DDOB 04/25/2002 (CR-24475, possession of marijuana < 2 ounces) defendant entered into a six-month pretrial intervention program with a $500 fee.
- Andrew Michael Domi
COVID cases trend down
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The number of confirmed COVID-19 active cases hit a two-week low on Oct. 11 as 25 cases were reported – 10 lower than the day prior.
City council approves parking solutions at roofing business
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To make it more convenient for the business owner, Tom’s Roofing will have two designated parallel parking spaces in front of the building. The Fort Stockton City Council approved these parking adjustments for the downtown Main Street area, located within a one block radius between Fourth and Fifth Street, during its regular meeting held on Oct.
PCMH awarded $180K grant
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New patient furniture will soon be attained by Pecos County Memorial Hospital. The FMH Foundation awarded a $180,000 grant to PCMH on Oct.
Big Bend Open Road Race 2.0 set
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Engines will roar and adrenaline will be pumping through some of the best racers in West Texas come Saturday morning in Fort Stockton. The Big Bend Open Road Race 2.0 will take place on Oct.
Appointment made to Animal Control Advisory Board
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Heather Pass, who currently serves on the Convention & Visitors Bureau, will also now serve on the Animal Control Advisory Board. The appointment was approved by the Fort Stockton City Council during the regular meeting held on Tuesday, Oct.
County, city celebrate chambers of commerce
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Local chambers of commerce are being recognized in Pecos County and the city of Fort Stockton
The Pecos County Commissioners Court and Fort Stockton City Council designated Oct. 18 through Oct. 23 as Chamber of Commerce Week during their meetings held on Tuesday, Oct. 12.
Commissioners congratulated the chambers of commerce in both Fort Stockton and Iraan-Sheffield for their commitment to the community for over 100 years.
