FSISD says no to outdoor court
The idea of a covered outdoor basketball court at Fort Stockton Middle School is an intriguing one for some in the district.
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Dr. Medina follows in Dr. Gougler’s footsteps, to join PCMH
The supply of physicians is far less than the demand in many parts of Texas and across the country. In rural areas of the state, that shortage is magnified on a large scale.
City OKs payments for solar lighting
Improvements to Fort Stockton continue at a fast pace, and the Fort Stockton city council on April 24 ensured that those doing the work will get paid. The council approved $102,000 for L.T. Construction to finish up work on the Hodges Pavilion.
INMATE ARREST REPORTS
It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered as evidence of guilt. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
PUBLIC SENTENCINGS
• Adan Ulysses Alvarez, DOB 1/17/1983, offense date 2/29/2020 (CR23930, Terroristic Threat) Defendant pleaded guilty. Time served one hundred thirty-six (136) days in the county jail.
Rivera ends school board tenure, plans to run for county commissioner
Making a positive impact in the community where he grew up is a constant priority for Fort Stockton native Andy Rivera.
City allocates funds for Outdoor Fitness Court
Fort Stockton is taking steps to become healthier, and at Monday night’s city council meeting, an important step was made when the council adopted Resolution 23-111R, allocating funds for an Outdoor Fitness Court at Gene Cummings Park.
County enters into agreement with PACE
The Pecos County Commissioner’s Court officially established the PACE Authority – Property Assessed Clean Energy – during the April 24 commission meeting, becoming one of 86 counties in Texas to establish the program.
Capital Highlights: Dueling tax proposals in the Lege
The Texas House passed a bill promising $17 billion in tax relief, a measure that is at odds with the Senate’s tax break plan, according to the Austin American-Statesman. The House bill would lower by half a home’s cap on appraisal increases. It passed overwhelmingly, 141-9.
Senate approves $308 billion budget
The Senate gave unanimous support Monday to a plan that would spend $308 billion in state and federal funds over the next two years.
