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As George Costanza commented in the Seinfeld episode of ‘Soup Nazi,’ “I have to focus; I’m shifting into soup mode.” For many, that’s precisely what cooler temperatures signal to our brains: cooler weather equals bubbly pots of hot, delicious soup.

Sul Ross State University and the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) have joined forces to address the critical shortage of mental health providers in WestTexas,oneofthenation’s most underserved regions. Through innovative training programs, these institutions are equipping future mental health professionals with the skills needed to serve the unique needs of rural communities. Dr. Barbara Tucker, the Dean of Education and Professional Studies at SRSU, Dr. Audrey H. Stevens, Psy.D., TTUHSC Permian Basin, and Crystal Lujan, M.Ed., a mental health rural fellow, presented the initiative at the Healthier Texas Summit in Austin last month.

This year’s Artwalk event will be hosted at 20 different locations in and around downtown Alpine. In addition to 5th Street being blocked off to host art vendors and the Live Music stage, two locations across the tracks on Murphy Street will host art installations. The Alpine Visitor Center will also host events, provide restrooms, and feature all the winners from the Shooting Alpine Contest since its inception.

Thanks to you all

Grief is a reality we all face, whether through the loss of a loved one, broken relationships, or shattered dreams. It is a deeply human experience that often leaves us searching for meaning. The Bible offers a profound perspective on grief, showing it as more than an emotional response—it reflects sin’s devastating impact on the world.

Reflection I Someofyoumayknowthat I love animals. I especially love dogs and cats.

It was minted from 1913 to 1938 and was worth 5 cents. It is also known as the Buffalo Nickel or Bison Nickel. On one side was a profile of an American Indian Chief and on the other side was the profile of the American Buffalo. By 1950 or 1960 most were removed from circulation and today there might be 1 in 25,000 in circulation and they’re worth from 35 cents to $1,200 depending on the coin. Looking at that coin reminded me of something in the Bible. Just as there are two sides to that coin Christians can go through life two different ways and it all depends on our attitude or response. We can be unhappy or dissatisfied with everything. It is called murmuring. It can be toward God and some examples are in, (Exodus 16:8, Psalm 78:1721, Proverbs 19:3). It can be against spiritual leaders or pastors or preachers, (Exodus 16:2&3, Numbers 16:2&3, 16:41). How about circumstances or just having our way, (Romans 9:19&20)? It can be against others in Church, (Luke 10:40, James 5:9). It can even be against Jesus Christ himself, (John 6:41-43). These things, God is not pleased with. God is pleased when we are thankful or can give thanks just as Jesus did, (Matthew 11:41, John 11:41). We should try to find a way to give thanks always and in everything, (Philippians 2:14&15, 1 Thessalonians 5:18).