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The Pecos County Historical Commission (PCHC) and the Goodnight-Loving Trail, Inc. announce plans for the fifth annual Horsehead Crossing Living History Event October 10-11 at historic Horsehead Crossing on the Pecos River.

The Pioneer’s Best of the Best ballot is back to collect the votes of Fort Stockton locals. From “Best Sweet Tea” to “Best Property Manager” it is time to share appreciation for the people who make daily life better in big and small ways.

The Fort Stockton City Council convened for its regular meeting on Monday, September 22, where it approved a significant budget amendment, authorized the purchase of over $136,000 in new equipment, and granted a 90-day rent extension for a controversial solar energy project. The council unanimously passed two key ordinances early in the meeting.

Photo by Tristian Barragan.

The Pecos County Commissioners Court convened for its regular session on Monday, approving a slate of significant equipment purchases for 2026, awarding a new fuel contract amidst changes in state tax law, and hearing a proposal for expanded medical flight benefits for county employees.

HOMECOMING COURT 2025 Last week was Fort Stockton’s 2025 Homecoming. The school, students, parents, and teachers all gathered to usher in this year’s beloved homecoming royalty.

The Fort Stockton Public Library is pleased to announce the annual Quilt Show in October. The dates of the show are from October 18 through October 31. The Library Board is accepting applications from all quilters in Pecos County.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a declaration allowing the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to grant Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) for animal drugs to combat infestations by the New World Screwworm (NWS). This decisive action aims to safeguard the nation's food supply and protect American livestock from the parasite, which is now approaching the U.S. border with Mexico.

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.

GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil, Is there any hope for my crape myrtle plant that was frozen in recent winters? Absolutely. These sprouts are coming up from its root system.