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TORTILLA SOUP

INGREDIENTS 1 whole chicken (about 3 pounds) 6 chicken wings 6 chicken legs or thighs 6 cloves of garlic 4 shallots 1 tablespoon whole black pepper corns 1 carrot 3 to 4 quarts of water Kosher salt to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste 2 avocados, peeled, seeded, and sliced lengthwise into...

Reata Tortilla Soup

When cold days settle into West Texas, our instincts usually turn toward hearty meals or a warm bowl of soup. Among our readers, opinions tend to split; some enjoy soup year-round, while others reserve it for gloomy, chilly days. I fall into the latter camp.
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Commissioners Court Awards Historical Commission

The Pecos County Commissioners Court prioritized regional infrastructure over recreation during its regular meeting on Monday, June 8, awarding a nearly $5 million bid for a new community center in Iraan while grappling with a projected multimillion-dollar revenue shortfall tied to fluctuating oil...
The Pecos County Historical Commission was honored with the Texas Historical Commission’s 2025 Distinguished Service Award for its efforts in local preservation. Pictured (L-R) Kirby Warnock, Veronica Diaz manager of the Old Pecos County Jail, Pecos County Judge Joe Shuster and Oscar Gonzalez, chairman of the Pecos County Historical Commission. Pioneer photo by Joh Covington

America250 Honors Fort Stockton Library

Paisano Pete’s legacy celebrated The Fort Stockton Public Library was recognized Thursday afternoon by the Pecos County Historical Commission for its longstanding contributions to education, literacy, and local history preservation during a special ceremony held as part of the nationwide...
The Fort Stockton Public Library was recognized for serving as a center for learning, literacy, and historical preservation throughout the community. The statement highlighted the institution’s educational programs, commitment to lifelong learning, and stewardship of local records. Pioneer Photo by Tristian Barragan
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