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Body The number of people vaccinated for COVID-19 by the either the Modera, Pfizer, or Johnson & Johnson shot in Pecos County topped the 5,000 mark in the past two weeks. The county has given out 4,936 first-dose shots between the Moderna and Pfizer vaccine.

Body May is Older Americans Month, and the theme is Community of Strength. May is a time to recognize older Americans for their contributions, and provide them with information to help them stay healthy and active.

Body Dear Neil: I’ve been admiring coral honeysuckle in landscapes this spring. I’d like to put it on our back fence.

Body Energy Transfer on April 30 celebrated the official energizing of the Maplewood 2 solar project located in Pecos County. The 28 megawatt alternating current facility in West Texas will deliver low-cost, clean power to Energy Transfer under a 15-year power purchase agreement.

Body A dozen South Texas counties have declared a state of disaster due to the growing illegal immigration crisis. Announcing that “health, life and property [are under] imminent threat,” beleaguered officials say the influx of border crossers is cannibalizing their limited resources.

Body Fort Stockton High School held a National Decision Day ceremony on May 1 in the school’s commons area. The event features high school seniors declaring their intent for careers, military, and future education.

Body BEST WESTERN PLUS HAMPTON INN The Hampton Inn and Best Western Plus staff in Fort Stockton welcomed the Big Bend Open Road Racers as race week started. All employees form each hotel were photographed before the event.

Body The City of Fort Stockton City Council took an important initial step towards building a new rec center in Fort Stockton on April 27 at the group’s regular meeting.

Body The voter turnout rose by over 15 percent from the 2019 election, but the results proved to be identical for the May 1 election as Fort Stockton Mayor Chris Alexander and city councilmen Paul Casias and Ruben Falcon all retained their seats after a highly-contested race that came...

Body The Pecos County Historical Commission held a brief ceremony to commemorate the creation of Pecos County 150 years on May 3 at Zero Stone Park near the Pecos County Courthouse in Fort Stockton.