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KIRBY WARNOCK In 1941, RKO pictures released Orson Welles’ first film, Citizen Kane. Although he had never produced or directed a motion picture in his life, the 26-year-old Welles was given a half-million-dollar budget and full creative control, which was totally unheard of in its day.

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Last week, Pct. 4 celebrated the years that have been devoted by several treasured employees. Pictured here in the left photo, is Pecos County Commissioner of Pct. 4 Nathan Reeves and Nellie McDowell with the Pecos County fresh water. Mc-Dowell will have 36 years of service in 2025.

Fort Stockton Community Theatre announced that reservations are now open for its upcoming production of Sanders Family Christmas, a sequel to Smoke on the Mountain. Performances are scheduled for May 30 through June 4 at the theatre’s venue.

The Fort Stockton City Council held its regular meeting Monday evening, addressing several economic development initiatives, infrastructure improvements, and public safety measures. The council recessed into a joint session with the Fort Stockton Economic Development 4-A Corporation to discuss two key items, an interlocal agreement with Pecos County regarding the property at 101 N.

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Fort Stockton Independent School District has named DJ Howell as its new athletic director and head football coach, the district announced this week. Howell, a veteran coach with 24 years of experience, brings a career winning percentage of .722 and a reputation for building successful programs.

Despite the pouring rain and pummeling hail on April 22, the hospital classroom was standing room only for the regular meeting of the Pecos County Memorial Hospital District Board of Directors. Widespread concern regarding the possible departure of a beloved physician, Dr.

I remember the time when a youth group while on a mission trip found a little abandoned puppy looking for scraps at the motel where we were staying. They had pity and compassion on the little puppy and tried to find out if there was an owner. The hotel people said, “no” and that the puppy was just a nuisance.

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