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The nuances of the meat goat market make numbers harder to track compared to other livestock, but demand definitely continues to rise, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert. Jake Thorne, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension sheep and goat specialist, San Angelo, said meat goats are a specialty item and not marketed via traditional livestock producer-to-consumer logistical chains.

Join McDonald Observatory in celebrating Dark Skies May 7-11, with special tours, science lectures, film screening, solar viewing, star parties, and more. In addition to our regular programming, the following special activities are offered.

YOUR GUIDE TO LOCAL PLACES TO GO AND THINGS TO DO Your guide to local places to go and things to do! If you have an event for our Do Something! listing, please e-mail litzy.rodriguez@ fortstocktonpioneer.com MAY 9 Desert Pines Golf Course, Thursday Night Scramble, 5:30p.m. (Tee Off 6p.m.) MAY 9 Karaoke Night, Joe’s Place Cantina, 10 p.m.- 1a.m.

Midland College has had a history of producing results among its graduates and it’s these same individuals who are now giving back through their time, talent, and treasure. The annual WRTTC Alumni & Friends Happy Hour at the Historic Grey Mule Salon brought together Midland College alumni for an evening of network in support of the annual Scholars’ Dollars Scholarship Fund Drive! The Scholars’ Dollars Scholarship program helps Pecos County residents by providing financial assistance to ensure tuition cost isn’t a barrier to completing their educational goals.

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CODY AARON In the competitive arena of Fort Stockton High School, a remarkable pattern has emerged over the past decade. The school’s tennis players have not only dominated on the courts but also the class rankings, consistently serving up the valedictorian and salutatorian titles.

Psalm 27:1 “The LORD is my light and my salvation-- whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life-- of whom shall I be afraid?” Most of us don’t relish finding ourselves in dark places. Especially if we are unfamiliar with those places.

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GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil: We get these red and black bugs on the new growth of our Texas mountain laurels each spring. What are they, and how can we eliminate them? These are red mountain laurel mirids (Lopidea major).

I remember when I was trying to find a birthday card for my younger brother and as I was looking, I came across some cards for Mother's Day. I thought of the times I looked for a card for my mother, but I also remembered a few times that I almost forgot. I felt ashamed for the times that I didn’t show her the recognition that she deserved. Mothers are a special gift from God for the family. They have shown us that special love, unconditional and sacrificial repeatedly. Just as our mothers have shown us that unconditional love, God has also shown us a special unconditional love, (John 3:16, Romans 5:8, Psalm 36:5&7). We are to show our mother’s love and respect, (Exodus 20:12) just as we are to make extra sure we love and respect God, (Deuteronomy 6:5). This week, if possible, let’s call or send a card or flowers, take them to dinner or go visit them. We may even make our own little card that tells them how much we love and appreciate them. It may not be our mother but a stepmother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother or just someone that is special in our life. We could offer up a prayer to God for those that have shown us that special unconditional love. We might go to Church with them or take them to Church with us. Just don’t forget them! See you in Church next Sunday.