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Fort Stockton is preparing for its annual Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebration on November 2, an event that has transformed into a powerful communal healing experience since its inception in 2020. Organized by JB Gallegos and Olga Gonzalez, the celebration will take place at the original old original restaurant located on First Street between Nelson and Jackson.

Mayor Confirms Internal Review into Financial Discrepancies; Consultant Agreement Terminated The Intergovernmental Recreation Board held two special meetings on October 20 and October 27 to address a developing series of leadership, financial, and structural matters within the Fort Stockton Recreation Department. Presided over by Board Chair and Fort Stockton Mayor Paul Casias, the meetings signaled a significant shift in oversight and operations.

Now that we have two Pro Football Leagues and the season for both leagues is in full swing, I am sharing with you ONE of the Best Potato salad recipes that I have ever come across. The trick to this recipe is roasting red potatoes in the oven, making them crispy and warm, so that the mayo becomes creamy.

Editor's note: It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered evidence of guilt, all defendants are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The following list is provided by the Pecos County Sheriff's Department.

Photos are from the Fort Stockton Pioneer archives at the Pioneer’s office located at 808 W. Dickinson Ste A, Fort Stockton.

Dear Neil, I purchased a Meyer lemon tree three years ago. It had one lemon on it at the time, but it has never had one since. The leaves are very tiny. It has grown, but it does not bear fruit. It’s in a large 24-inch round pot. What is the remedy?

I am writing an article that I do not have all the answers for. Our lives and our environment can be turned upside down in a heartbeat.

Of Note: The Book of Genesis begins with God’s calling for Light ( recognize that sun light does not come on that “ First day”). The gospel according to John identifies that First Day “ light” as Jesus, “ the light that has come into the world.” Pastor Richard’s FROM THE PULPIT treats that light.

The Fort Stockton ISD Board of Trustees met on October 27, recognizing outstanding students and educators while receiving construction updates on key district projects. The evening also included the presentation of additional inductees into the Distinguished Order of the Panther—an ongoing district honor recognizing excellence, integrity, and service— before concluding with plans for a special November meeting to address improvement plans.

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