Principals to decide mask-wearing incentives
Students attending school in Fort Stockton may soon have incentives to take a pledge to wear a mask at their respective campuses.
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FSISD considers TTU K-12 partnership for virtual learning
An asynchronous option could become available for Fort Stockton students. The Fort Stockton Independent School District School Board unanimously voted in favor of the district to pursue a partnership with Texas Tech University K-12 to provide a virtual learning option at their Aug.
COVID-19 cases reach all-time high in Pecos County
The current number of confirmed COVID-19 active cases and probable active cases reached an all-time high in Pecos County on Aug. 31.
PCMH looks to combat staffing issues
With the recent significant COVID-19 spike, many hospitals are stretched thin — Pecos County Memorial Hospital (PCMH) is no different.
The PCMH Board discussed numerous items during their meeting on Aug. 17, including the lack of sufficient staff needed to treat COVID-19 and regular patients.
City to replace water line
The Fort Stockton Economic Development Corporation approved the funding for commercial infrastructure improvements near downtown at the Aug. 19 meeting.
Fort Stockton native to retire from USPS
Rey Lopez will retire from the United States Postal Service on Friday, Aug. 27 after 31 years of service. “I love my job. My customers, I’ll miss them,” Lopez said. Lopez is a Fort Stockton native, graduating high school from Fort Stockton High School in 1972.
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church adds new service
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church announces that Father Michael Wallens will be celebrating Eucharistic services in Fort Stockton every Sunday at 5:00 p.m. A Bible Study, starting in September, will also be led by Father Wallens at 4:00 p.m. each Sunday for those who may be interested.
Large tree falls, intersection remains closed
A portion of a large tree fell at the corner of E. Sixth St.
Business Spotlight: Piano bar, dance venue heading to downtown Fort Stockton
Bringing a unique venue to Fort Stockton that will attract tourism and retain residents is at the top of local attorney Albert Valadez’s to do list. Valadez is working to transform the building that formerly housed the police department along Main Street.
COVID active cases continue steady rise
The number of confirmed active COVID-19 cases in Pecos County has seen a steady increase since July 28 and that trend has continued to get steeper in the past week. There were 30 new positive tests results reported since Aug.
