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Remie Ramos, the current Pecos County Economic Development Director, has officially announced he is running for Pecos County Judge in the 2026 General Election. A lifelong resident of Pecos County, Ramos was raised in Fort Stockton and holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Angelo State University.

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.

A Pecos County Sheriff’s Office deputy has been formally recognized for her courage after being injured in the line of duty. Deputy Chelsea Rose was awarded a framed Resolution for her bravery and sacrifice following an incident where she was shot during a traffic stop in Iraan.

In a world where peace can feel like just a word, students from Fort Stockton High School and Fort Stockton Middle School are taking action to make it a visual reality. Through their participation in an international art and literacy project, local students have created a “Pinwheels for Peace” art exhibit to express their feelings about peace.

The Fort Stockton City Council convened for a regular meeting on Monday, September 8, tackling a comprehensive agenda that included budget approval, tax rate adjustments, utility and zoning ordinance changes, several key agreements, and the official designation of a Halloween date for the community. Mayor Paul Casias presided over the meeting, which saw no public testimony on regular agenda items.

EMS Open House, Memorial, and Land Use The Pecos County Commissioners Court convened Monday, September 8, for a regular session that saw significant decisions on a new spaceport lease, county equipment, and jail upgrades, among other items. A major topic of discussion was a proposed lease agreement for the Pecos County Spaceport Property, located at Greasewood Ranch south of Fort Stockton.

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Fort Stockton’s art scene is set to shine this upcoming weekend as a local artist opens their historic First Street gallery for Barrio Fest, offering a unique glimpse into a diverse collection of artwork and the rich history of the building itself. The artist plans to showcase a wide range of pieces, many at significantly discounted prices, making it an exciting opportunity for art enthusiasts and the community.

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Last month, Congressman Tony Gonzales held a roundtable with law enforcement from the West Texas region and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) on oilfield theft within the Permian Basin. Congressman Gonzales has reintroduced the Protect the Permian Act in the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation, first introduced in September of last year, will increase criminal penalties for stealing, transporting, or selling stolen oil and oilfield-related equipment. It also formally establishes and supports an FBI-led task force to combat oilfield theft and expands federal resources to law enforcement agencies that assist with combating oilfield crime.