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Preparations are underway for Barrio Fest V, Fort Stockton’s annual celebration of Hispanic community and culture. This year’s event is scheduled for September 11-13, 2026, and organizers encourage everyone to mark their calendars now and begin making plans to join in the festivities.

ANDRES MADRID The Midland College Williams Regional Technical Training Center (WRTTC) – Fort Stockton honored dual credit students from Fort Stockton High School and Buena Vista Independent School District during the 2026 Nurse Aide & Pharmacy Technician Pinning Ceremony held May 6 at the Fort Stockton Convention Center. The ceremony recognized students who completed Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and Pharmacy Technician coursework while still enrolled in high school through Midland College dual credit workforce programs.

Downtown Fort Stockton is set to brighten, literally and figuratively, this weekend as the Fort Stockton Community Theatre and ChunkArts Studio join forces for a partnership that blends culinary arts, live drama, and luminous visual storytelling. Centered around the performances of a classic comedy “The Odd Couple”, the event serves as a platform for local artist Steven Walker to showcase his innovative illuminated collage works in a pop-up art show hosted at the FMH Meeting Hall.

On May 8, 2026, PermiaCare hosted a Mental Health Awareness Event at its Fort Stockton location to foster a supportive and welcoming space for the community. The event, held at 301 E. 5th Street, offered attendees a safe and judgment-free environment to connect with others and learn about vital mental health resources. The gathering featured free food and drinks, and it provided a unique opportunity for residents to talk directly with caring professionals. The event saw a high level of engagement, with organizers noting it was “Sold Out” shortly after its 10 AM start. This community outreach aligns with PermiaCare’s core mission to “enhance the behavioral and developmental health and wellness of our community by helping people live their best lives”.

Editor’s Note: The following report is based on unofficial results submitted by the Pecos County Elections Office on May 27. Pecos County election officials have released unofficial totals for Tuesday’s joint primary runoff election, revealing the winners of several closely watched local and statewide contests.

Pecos County voters have only two days remaining to cast their ballots early in the 2026 joint primary runoff election before the final vote takes place next week. Early voting, which began on Monday, is scheduled to conclude Friday evening at several locations across the county.

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The quiet landscape of West Texas is preparing for a monumental transformation this June as the town of Iraan hosts the Alley Oop & Yates Field Centennial Celebration. This historic festival, scheduled for June 5th and 6th, 2026, serves as a dual tribute to the region’s industrial roots and its unique contribution to American pop culture.

The stage is set for a comedic clash of personalities as the Fort Stockton Community Theatre (FSCT) prepares to launch its latest production, Neil Simon’s timeless classic, The Odd Couple. Directed by Alice Duerksen, the show is scheduled for a limited run beginning Friday, May 29, and continuing through Wednesday, June 3.