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Fort Stockton City Council Honors Powerlifters, Approves Annexation in April Meeting

1 year ago By Joh Covington

The Fort Stockton City Council met Monday evening at City Hall, addressing key agenda items including an annexation request, economic development resolutions and recognition of local student athletes.

Pictured here with Fort Stockton’s Mayor, Paul Casias is FSISD “Order of the Panther” member and three-time state qualifier and two-time state powerlifting champion, Jasmin Hernandez. Photo by Joh Covington

The May 3 Election

1 year ago By Joh Covington

Following a high-turnout presidential election year, Pecos County officials are urging residents to participate in the upcoming local elections, which will shape the future of key government entities in the region. Last year, a total of 4,278 votes were cast in Pecos County during the presidential election, including early, Election Day, and absentee ballots.

Visually appealing plants can be toxic

1 year ago By Neil Sperry

GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil, I received two angel trumpet plants, but I’ve read articles about their being poisonous. What information can you give me? I can confirm that both closely related plants, daturas and brugmansias, are toxic if ingested.

Growing Skill Locally

1 year ago By Joh Covington

Pecos County Memorial Hospital Launches Employee Scholarship Program to Boost Professional Growth and Retention Last month, the Pecos County Memorial Hospital District approved an innovative scholarship program designed to support employees in furthering their education while strengthening the hospital’s workforce. The initiative, spearheaded by Chief Nursing Officer Shawn Nethery, offers tuition, books, and continued wages for staff pursuing medical degrees—in exchange for a commitment to work at the hospital postgraduation.

MUSIC TO PLAY BY

1 year ago By News Staff

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Library Concert Series Continues

1 year ago By Joh Covington

The Fort Stockton Public Library is thrilled to present an evening of music for its second concert since the series’ return. This chapter for music lovers will host “Fusion Folk Americana” with the nationally touring duo Laurie Jennings and Dana Keller on Monday, May 6, at 6 p.m.

Senator Blanco Introduces Legislation Targeting Permian Basin Economy and Infrastructure

1 year ago By Joh Covington

$ 1 Billion Water Security Initiative for Texas Last month, the office of State Senator César J. Blanco, representing Texas Senate District 29, filed multiple bills aimed at the Permian Basin, targeting Texas’ energy sector and addressing critical infrastructure needs in one of the nation’s most vital oil-producing regions.