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In a landmark move for local homeowners, the Pecos County Commissioners Court has approved a resolution that will provide significant property tax relief for citizens aged 65 and older and disabled homeowners.

Editor's note: It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered evidence of guilt, all defendants are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The following list is provided by the Pecos County Sheriff's Department.

Editor’s note: The following list is provided by the Pecos County Attorney’s Office Offender: JOSEPH RAY KELLY Offense: DISPLAY FICTITIOUS LICENSE PLATE Offense Date: 03/23/2025 Arresting Agency: Department of Public Safety County Cause No.: CR-26299 Sentencing Date: 10/29/2025 Disposition: DEFENDANT HAS ENTERED INTO A PRETRIAL INTERVENTION PROGRAM FOR THIS OFFENSE Offender: ZEDRIK JAVON MARVES Offense: POSSESSION OF MARIHUANA =$ 100

GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil, Regarding waxleaf ligustrums – I read your column today. I hope you will be more grudging in recommending them.

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Members of the Pecos County Memorial Hospital District Employee Activities Committee are recognized during a board meeting on December 16, for their efforts in boosting staff morale. The committee was commended for organizing Hospital Week celebrations and the recent annual Christmas party. Pictured from left are Brandon Hernandez, Monica Mendoza, Kerry Winters, Naomi Valenzuela, and Betsy Briscoe, CEO. Not pictured are Malissa Trevino, Nonna Rojas, and Shawn Nethery. Photo by Joh Covington

Here’s what the Texas Transportation Commission discussed and approved at its December meeting. Year at a glance Acting Commission Chair Alvin New presented a recap of notable accomplishments and events the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) saw in 2025.

The College of Graduate Studies at Sul Ross State University announced the first six recipients of the Dual Credit Pedagogy Certificate, which allows students to enhance their instructional skills for college level teaching.

The Fort Stockton Independent School District Board of Trustees met for its regular December meeting on Monday, December 15, at 6 p.m., with Vice President Anastacio Dominguez presiding in the absence of Board President Flo Garcia III.

The Fort Stockton community is invited to gather this weekend to celebrate the life and legacy of local figure Dean Ward as he debuts his new book, “Memories of a Cowboy.” While many friends and associates may feel they know Ward well, the sources indicate they are familiar with only a fraction of his true story. The event is scheduled for Sunday, December 28, at the First United Methodist Church, located at 1501 W 5th Street.