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We recognize July 4th as our American Birthday. The Declaration of Independence was signed on this date in 1776. We will turn 249 years old this year. This is a spectacular achievement!! We are exceptional! As American citizens, we need to thank our founding fathers for their thoughtful and prayerful design of our long lasting governing plan. The majority of them were Christians. An interesting historic fact is that both John Adams and Thomas Jefferson died on this date in 1826, the 50th anniversary of The Declaration of Independence.

The Sul Ross State University Rodeo Team is proud to announce that Cameron Haumea has claimed the prestigious 2025 National Championship in Steer Wrestling at the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) in Casper, Wyo.

The University of Texas at Austin is on track for huge leaps forward in astronomy research capabilities. The Giant Magellan Telescope (GMT) has received official approval from the National Science Foundation (NSF) confirming that the observatory will advance into its Major Facilities Final Design Phase, one of the final steps before becoming eligible for federal construction funding. This critical milestone recognizes the Giant Magellan’s scientific merit, construction progress, and alignment with U.S. priorities in science and technology.

Mexican Consulate from Del Rio will be at the Fort Stockton Public Library on Saturday July 19. The Consulate will provide assistance with passport issues, civil registration and Visa certification and obtaining birth and death certificates. Appointments can be made by calling 1-830-775-2352. The consulate will be making one visit in 2025.

The Theatre of the Big Bend (ToBB) celebrates six decades of summer theater with a production of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella, opening July 5 at the Kokernot Outdoor Theatre in Alpine. The musical, based on the classic fairytale, will run Thursdays through Sundays until July 20.

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FRIDAY JULY 18 The 2025 'Live at Zero Stone' concert continues this Friday, July 18, with Marcos Mendoza JR. Bring your lawn chairs, ice chests, and picnic dinners to Zero Stone Park at 400 S Nelson and enjoy an evening of free live music.

New Books of the Week: Paying the Bills by Astra Birch King of Ashes by S.A. Cosby One Golden Summer by Carly Fortune The Five Wishes of Mr.

The Pecos County Commissioners Court addressed several key items during its regular meeting Monday, including approving donations to the Imperial Public Library, authorizing equipment purchases, and moving forward with FEMA disaster recovery contracts.

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