Patrick lays out top priorities for 88th session
Lt. Governor Dan Patrick released a list of 30 bills that will answer his most important priorities for the current session on Feb. 13.
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Texas Sheep Dog Trial underway in Fort Stockton
The Fort Stockton Sheep Dog Trials began yesterday with over 50 dogs competing in the annual event at the Fort Stockton Gun Club.
The event is open to the public and is scheduled to take place through Monday.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Sweetheart Dinner
Fort Stockton Community Theatre wishes everyone a happy Valentine’s Day. If you have yet to make your reservations for the Sweetheart Dinner on Saturday, Feb.
Inmate Arrests Report – Pecos County Jail (Jan. 31- Feb. 6)
It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered as evidence of guilt. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law JAN.
Texas public schools to see an enrollment decline
After years of blockbuster student growth, Texas public school enrollment rates are forecast to go down for the next 10 years according to testimony offered by the state commissioner of education before the Senate Finance Committee on Feb. 6.
Fort Stockton ISD: STAAR test results show academic growth
The Texas Education Agency released academic performance data over a week ago and the information revealed showed positive growth at the Fort Stockton ISD. Adrienne Horton, FSISD Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum & Dyslexia, presented the recently released data on Jan.
City passes ordinance restricting phone use while driving
Talking on the phone or texting while driving can be a dangerous proposition.
The Fort Stockton City Council addressed the matter by passing an ordinance penalizing drivers who are caught talking on the phone while driving within the city limits.
Dollar General expanding to second Fort Stockton Location
Fort Stockton will soon have another shopping option as the Fort Stockton Economic Development Corporation Executive Director announced in January that Dollar General is looking to expand in Fort Stockton.
Capital Highlights: Ice storm wreaks havoc in much of state
Residents in Central and Northeast Texas are still cleaning up after a winter storm last week snapped power lines and tree limbs, causing widespread power outages, canceled flights and damage to homes and vehicles.
KFC holds Ribbon Cutting
Two years after a fire destroyed the KFC and Taco Bell, the Fort Stockton Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for the new KFC, Friday morning, Feb. 3. The restaurant officially reopened on Feb. 2. The new Taco Bell next door opened a few weeks ago.
