In his second fight under the Triller promotion, West Texas boxer Abel Mendoza left no doubt who was the better boxer in the ring on Feb. 24 during Tapia Fight Night at the Rio Rancho Events Center.

Mendoza took control of the lightweight bout against Mexico veteran Ernesto Guerrero (34-37) from the opening bell and knocked down his opponent on three separate occasions en route to an 80-70 unanimous decision victory.

The West Texas native improved his professional record to 36-0 with the win.

Elizabeth “Beth” Ivy, 76, of Fort Stockton, Texas passed away on Freb. 25, 2023, in San Angelo, Texas.

A celebration of life took place at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, at First United Methodist Church in Fort Stockton, with Ed Williamson officiating. Arrangements are by Heritage Funeral Home of the Big Bend in Fort Stockton.

Opal Mae Yarbrough, 96, of Imperial, Texas, passed away on Feb. 22, 2023, at her home in Imperial.

Visitation and viewing was from 6-8 p.m. on Feb. 25, 2023, at Heritage Funeral Home Chapel in Fort Stockton.