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FSISD, Midland College WRTCC pair for superior dual credit status

5 years ago By Nathan Heuer

When it comes to dual crediting in the state of Texas, students that attend Fort Stockton High School are far above their peers around the state. A big reason why? FSISD partners with Midland College Williams Regional Technical Training Center in Fort Stockton to give students an affordable opportunity to succeed immediately in a variety of ways after graduation.

AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

5 years ago By News Staff

Fort Stockton High School Social Studies Teacher Vibert Skeete received a proclamation recognizing African American Heritage Month on Monday, Feb. 8 at the Pecos County Courthouse at the commissioners regular meeting. The proclamation called upon all citizens to join the students of Pecos County, and the members of the George Washington and Abraham Lincoln Volunteer Club to observe the month of February 2021, as African Heritage Month, they ask that the month be observed in honor of those who have worked to build a stronger more united country that is known as the land of the free, and home of the brave. Skeete also received a proclamation at Tuesday’s city council meeting from Fort Stockton mayor Chris Alexander. Photo by Nathan Heuer

Vaccine now available to those under 65-years-old

5 years ago By Nathan Heuer

COVID-19 vaccine administration in Pecos County has kept a steady pace since the start of the new year and on Wednesday, Feb. 10, people below the age of 65 were able to receive a vaccine for the first time.

Wednesday’s vaccine clinic open to 16 and older with pre-existing condition

5 years ago By News Staff

For the first time since COVID-19 vaccines arrived in Fort Stockton, ages 16 and older with at least one pre-existing condition will have an opportunity to get the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine on Wednesday, Feb. 10.

Pecos County Memorial Hospital will have a vaccine clinic at the Civic Center starting at 9 a.m. Individuals 65 and older with a pre-existing condition will can arrive starting at 9 a.m.

Pecos County Public Sentencings - January 2021

5 years ago By News Staff

Mason Scott O’Bannon, DOB 09/10/1998 (CR-24117, criminal trespass) defendant plead guilty time served 30 days in the county jail.
Mason Scott O’Bannon, DOB 09/10/1998 (CR-24118, resist arrest search or transport) defendant plead guilty time served 30 days in the county jail.
Mason Scott O’Bannon, DOB 09/10/1998 (CR-24119, criminal trespass) defendant plead guilty time served 30 days in the county jail.
Carlos Rey Ramirez, DOB 01/16/1996 (CR-24033, violation bond/pro

Resisting Girl Scout cookies

5 years ago By Guest Columnist By Tom Purcell

The country is divided, in massive debt, and our future isn’t looking so good - but thankfully, I have more immediate worries to consume my energies. Girl Scout cookies are back.

Fans don’t let fans drive drunk

5 years ago By Karan’s Korner By Karan Heffelfinger

Super Bowl LV is right around the corner on Sunday, Feb. 7.

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER BITES

5 years ago By News Staff

Many families will be making snacks for the Super Bowl game. Why not try this Healthy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites Recipe? • 2 pound of cauliflower • ¾ cup flour • ½ teaspoon garlic powder • salt • 1 cup water In a larger bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, and salt.

Crepe myrtle aphids can be controlled with a contact insecticide

5 years ago By Gardener’s Mailbag By Neil Sperry

Dear Neil: Last year my crepe myrtles, as well as the plants beneath them, had black sooty mold on their leaves and stems. I suspect it was crepe myrtle aphids or scale.

Crepe myrtle aphids can be controlled with a contact insecticide

PARADISE IN WEST TEXAS

5 years ago By News Staff

Pictured is the Comanche Creek that runs alongside Rooney Park in Fort Stockton. The creek that runs on the northwest side of the park and goes under Highway 285 bridge fills up a few months out of every year and is fed by the springs.

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