PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT FOR FORT STOCKTON YOUNGSTERS
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Fort Stockton youngsters practiced on Tuesday for the upcoming Water Carnival on July 15-17 at the Comanche Springs pool. Photo by Nathan Heuer.
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Partners for Habitat provides landowner funding
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The Borderlands Research Institute at Sul Ross State University and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are partnering to provide technical and financial assistance to landowners interested in restoring and enhancing wildlife habitat on their land.
Midland College WRTTC pinning ceremony
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Midland College/Williams Regional Technical Training Center hosted a pinning ceremony on June 28 at the Fort Stockton Community Theatre for 10 individuals who earned their Certified Nursing Assistant pins this past month. The individuals who were awarded their CNA pins at Monday’s ceremony included: Carissa Chavez, Melissa Clifton, Bethany Cordova, Angela Diaz, Audrey Estrada, Austin Fetter, Leslea Fierro, Clarrisa Mendoza, Megan Moody, Natalie Paredes. The students were instructed by Linda Esquivel (middle). Photo by Nathan Heuer
Teachers receive pay increase
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Teachers just starting with the district had a significant increase to their pay after an approval of a compensation plan for educators at Monday’s school board meeting. Fort Stockton ISD Superintendent Dr.
LEADERSHIP FORT STOCKTON GRADUATION
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The Leadership Fort Stockton program held their annual graduation ceremony on June 25 on a ranch currently ran by Arna McCorkle and her husband, located 11 miles south on of Fort Stockton on Sanderson Highway. Graduates who were awarded certificates and t-shirts were (left to right) Matthew Booe, Caitlyn Bennett, Jeremy Rychlik. The Leadership Fort Stockton program provides both professional and personal growth opportunities through education and experience for adults (over age 18) in the community. Photo by Nathan Heuer
Entities to split recreational facility study costs
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The Pecos County Commissioners decided to move forward with a $7,000 contribution towards the study of future plans for the new Fort Stockton recreational facility at Monday’s regular meeting. The dollar amount was decided upon between the city, county, and school district at this past month’s recreation board meeting.
Employee compensation to be decided at Monday's school board meeting
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Approval of salary and compensation plans moving forward for district employees will be decided at the Fort Stockton ISD School Board Meeting on Monday, June 28 at 7 p.m.
The board will also consider approval of a fuel station bid package, which was previously discussed at last month’s board meeting. The project could top out at near a $1 million.
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Hot dog luncheon set
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The Pecos County Senior Center will host its annual Independence Day hot dog lunch and patriotic sing-along on Friday, July 2, at noon at the Senior Center. Hot dogs and cold tea will be provided to all attendees, followed by patriotic songs. The lunch is free to all Pecos County Senior Center members. This year’s lunch is continued after being cancelled the past year because of COVID restrictions. To attend contact the Senior Center Director Maria Gilbert at 432-336-2302 so she may have enough food and drink. Membership in the Center is open to any Pecos County citizen age 50 and older, with dues at $5 a year. Those who have an older relative or friend who is a Senior Center member can also participate. The sing-along will follow the lunch, and will include many favorites, like “God Bless America” and “You’re A Grand Old Flag.” The Pecos County Senior Center is located at 1010 West 14th Street in Fort Stockton. It hosts activities all year long, and provides a cool place with free water and coffee during the day.
YOUR GUIDE TO LOCAL PLACES TO GO AND THINGS TO DO
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If you have an event for our Do Something! listing, please e-mail nathan.heuer fortstocktonpioneer.com. JUNE 24 The Fort Stockton Chamber of Commerce is hosting a meet and greet with new FSISD Superintendent Dr.
Library kicks off reading program
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On June 21 Imperial Public Library kicked off its summer 2021 reading program with a Magical Balloon Show featuring Robb Holladay and his Man-Eating Balloon performance. The show took place in the new community building in Imperial. Finger foods and drinks were provided by library staff and volunteers.
