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Cinnamon rolls. Just those two little words can get your salivary glands working overtime. The anticipation of those buttery, sticky, decadent morsels easily brings a smile to your face and ramps up an anticipation level for some on par with a competitive sport.

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GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil: Correct me if I’m wrong, but I’m assuming the lush green lawns around town are rescue grass. If so, how does it perpetuate itself from one year to the next? I’ve never seen it produce seedheads, yet it does die out as summer arrives.

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The local chapter of Beta Sigma Phi, Xi Zeta Lambda is honored to announce their 2024 Valentine Sweetheart, Laura Lester. Laura, a longtime resident of Fort Stockton, is a Realtor with United Country Real Estate. She is the mother of Joshua Pass and Jessica Pass Haskell.

GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil: What is the ideal freestone peach tree variety? It will vary with the part of the state where you’re gardening. I’m going to refer you to the Texas A&M Fact Sheet on peaches (http://tinyurl.

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GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil: I need a crash course in oak wilt. What types of oaks are most likely to be affected? How can I know if my trees are in danger? What precautions can I take and who should I hire? When can I have them pruned?

Fort Stockton Community announces four upcoming performances that you won’t want to miss.

A perfect pairing of soup and bread comes together with this recipe for a creamy spinach tortellini soup with confit garlic bread. The flavors of this soup remind us of a rich, Italian marinara meeting tomato bisque for a heartwarming love affair.