PCMH implements vaccine mandate
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After months of waiting to see if a mandate will go into effect, Pecos County Memorial Hospital staff will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 starting Feb. 21.
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Missing Fort Stockton residents found in Mexico
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Fort Stockton residents Hector Flores Jr. and his daughter Luna Flores were successfully located on Sunday after a missing persons report was originally filed by their family on Feb. 7 with the Fort Stockton Police Department.
Both were found together in good condition in Boquillas, Mexico, adjacent to Big Bend National Park.
Five people arrested in Fort Stockton drug busts
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The Pecos County Sheriff’s Office, Texas DPS Criminal Investigations Division, and the U.S. Marshals executed two arrest and search warrants on Feb. 10 in Fort Stockton.
Four Fort Stockton residents and a San Antonio resident were apprehended in two separate drug busts.
New rec center financing decisions on tap next week
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Citizens of Fort Stockton and the surrounding area will soon gain insight into the likelihood of a new recreational facility being built, and how it’ll be financed.
The Fort Stockton Independent School District will hold a special school board meeting on Feb. 16 to vote on bond propositions that will be voted on during the May election if passed on Wednesday. One of those propositions will be specifically for a new recreation center and the allotted amount for the proposition is approximately $5 million currently.
FSCT to host free show Feb. 17
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The “Rude Ladies” and members of the crew from Fort Stockton Community Theatre’s entry for TexFest, “Rude Awakenings,” written by Nicolas Ridley invite the community to a free public performance on Thursday, Feb. 17 at 7:00 p.m. at The Nelson Street Theatre. The show is less than an hour long as required by contest rules.
Wildfire prevention
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Texas A&M Forest Service is working to spread wildfire prevention messaging across Texas. Some parts of Texas have recently received some winter precipitation. While any type of precipitation can reduce wildfire danger temporarily, areas with limited rain or snow fall will become dry again soon.
Inmate Arrests Report – Pecos County Jail (Jan.30-Feb. 7)
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It is important to note than an arrest should not be considered as evidence of guilt. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Springhirst developer’s secure partner
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Fort Stockton Economic Development Committee Director Remie Ramos delivered promising news regarding the future development of the Springhirst Hotel property at the city council’s regular meeting on Jan. 24. The original developer of the project — Apogee Development Group — found a partner who has assisted with 26 hotel properties in the United States.
KFSB and Landmark Commission integrate meetings
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The Keep Historic Fort Stockton Beautiful Board (KFSB) is now assembling with the Historical Landmark Commission for their regular meetings. Their first joint meeting was held on Feb.
Grey Mule property to receive renovations
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The Grey Mule Saloon will soon be undergoing major renovations during its guaranteed closure over the next 60 days to preserve the historical property. The Fort Stockton City Council approved a $138,600 renovation to the exterior and interior of building at the group’s special meeting on Feb.
