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Traynham plans to retire

5 years ago By Nathan Heuer Pioneer Editor

After 13 years of service to the Fort Stockton ISD community, and 41 years in public education, Ralph Traynham recently announced he will retire after 12 years as superintendent. Traynham’s last day in the district will be June 30, and he will remain an employee of the district until then to assist with the transition.

NEW RECYCLING FACILITY

5 years ago By News Staff

City of Fort Stockton officials and council members held a ground breaking ceremony for the city’s new recycling facility on Tuesday at 604 N. Valentine St. The project is projected to be done by the end of the month. From left to right: councilman James Warnock, chamber ambassador Isai Rojas, councilman Ruben Falcon, councilwoman Pam Palileo, chamber ambassador Jeanette Milam, mayor Chris Alexander, streets dept. supervisor Nathan Day, city manager Frank Rodriguez, councilman Paul Casias, asst. city manager Jesse Gonzalez, EDC Director Remie Ramos, city building official Roy Mendoza, public works director Aaron Ramos.

Springhirst Hotel renovations a possibility

5 years ago By Nathan Heuer Pioneer Editor

A resolution to pass a $1.1 million grant from the Fort Stockton Economic Development Corporation for the Springhirst Hotel renovation project was not passed at the Fort Stockton City Council meeting on Feb. 25, as the agenda item did not receive any motion after nearly an hour of discussion, which included numerous hotel owners in the area.

The Springhirst Hotel is located in downtown Fort Stockton on Main St. The renovation project for the hotel is estimated to cost $5.8 million. Photo by Nathan Heuer

OUTSTANDING SERVICE

5 years ago By News Staff

In appreciation for his outstanding and dedicated service while serving as the Road and Bridge Supervisor of Precinct No. 1 and No. 2 from 2007 to 2021, Robert Wayne Elkins, left, was presented a plaque by Commissioner of Precinct No. 2, Robert Gonzales, on Monday, March 8. Elkins retired from his position with precinct No. 2 at the end of February.

County opens up facilities

5 years ago By Nathan Heuer

Pecos County Commissioners decided to follow suit with Governor Abbott’s executive order (GA-34) at the group’s regular meeting on Monday, March 8. The Commissioners unanimously decided to make county facilities available for rent starting on Wednesday, March 10 - the date Abbott’s order went into effect.

AN INSIDE LOOK: Comanche Tortilla & Tamale Factory

5 years ago By Jeremy Gonzalez

The Texas Country Reporter (TCR) was in Fort Stockton Tuesday, March 4 filming inside the Comanche Tortilla & Tamale Factory at 107 S. Nelson St.

Host Bob Phillips sits across from J.B. Gallegos for an in-depth interview on the history and future of Comanche Tortilla & Tamale Factory on March 4 at 107 S. Nelson St. in Fort Stockton. Photo by Jeremy Gonzalez

Pecos County People: Russell Tippin

5 years ago By News Staff

Since leaving his role in Fort Stockton as Pecos County Memorial Hospital Chief Executive Officer, Russell Tippin has always kept a place in his heart for the community and the people who live in it.

It’s a place where both of his kids were born and a location where he formed many close friendships over an 11-year period (1999-2010) that still stand to this day.

County opens up facilities to 100 percent capacity

5 years ago By Nathan Heuer Pioneer Editor

Pecos County Commissioners decided to follow suit with Governor Abbott’s executive order (GA-34) at the group’s regular meeting on Monday, March 8.

The Commissioners unanimously decided to make county facilities available for rent starting on Wednesday, March 10 – the date Abbott’s order went into effect.

PCMH receives J&J vaccine

5 years ago By Nathan Heuer Pioneer Editor

Starting on Thursday, March 11, Pecos County Memorial Hospital will start giving out the Johnson & Johnson single-dose vaccine after receiving their first shipment of shots on Tuesday, March 9.

PCMH received 100 vaccines on Tuesday and the hospital plans to administer those shots at their clinic on the hospital’s campus by way of an appointment.

Late September, early October is the best time to plant daylilies

5 years ago By Neil Sperry

Dear Neil: When should I dig my daylilies that have become so crowded? How far apart should I plant them? Late September and early October are the best times, but late winter is a good time, before they really start growing. Spacing will depend on the mature size of each variety, but for most you would want to plant the fans 16 to 18 inches apart into well-prepared garden soil.

Late September, early October is the best time to plant daylilies

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