Where Ya Headed?
Fresh out of college and full of whimsy, Seung and Sophi sprung out of a red 1989 BMW 3-Series (E30). “This is our first time in Texas,” said Sophi with a big smile.
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Fort Stockton Insurance ribbon cutting ceremony
The second-oldest business in the city – Fort Stockton Insurance – celebrated its 110-year anniversary on Dec. 30 with a ribbon cutting ceremony held by the chamber of commerce.
Aguirre retires, honored at dinner
Rafael “Rafy” Aguirre was honored with a retirement dinner hosted by Precinct 2 Commissioner Robert Gonzales, the commissioner’s wife, Annette, and the Precinct 2 staff on Dec. 30. During Rafy’s 17 years of service, he had the privilege of working with four commissioners.
Chavarria recognized for years of service
Orlando Chavarria, right, received his five-year service award from Pecos County Commissioner Robert Gonzales on Dec 30. Chavarria started his employment with Pecos County in the Building Maintenance Department then transferred to Precinct 2, where he is currently employed. Courtesy Photo
Toastmasters winners
Toastmasters met on Dec. 10 at the ranch of Oscar and Hilda Gonzalez to celebrate the Christmas Holiday. The Gonzalez’s hosted a most wonderful celebration with delicious food and Christmas cheer. Plans are in progress for the year 2022 and recruitment of new members.
Los Carnales MC sponsors family
The Los Carnales MC-McCamey Chapter sponsored a family in Fort Stockton for Christmas. The chapter has six members from Fort Stockton. The Los Carnales MC-McCamey Chapter would like to give a special thanks to Ben Rojo for his donation to this great cause.
FORT STOCKTON NEW YEAR’S BABY
Pecos County Memorial Hospital 2022 New Year’s Baby, Kane Joseph Shoop, was born on Jan, 2. The proud parents are Ethan and Rachel Shoop. PCMH would like to thank Pecos County Feed & Supply, Nolen’s Gifts, and Savannah Holland Photography for the wonderful gifts given to Kane and his parents.
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Jan. 22
Fort Stockton Community Theatre invites adults (18+) to spend a day with master storyteller Sue Roseberry on Saturday, Jan. 22. The workshop is $20 and includes lunch. Limited to 40 people; must have 20 to hold the workshop. Call Alice Duerksen at (432) 336-3180 to reserve your spot.
PCMH Board Members honored
Former Pecos County Memorial Hospital Board Members Dwayne Bonham and Delilia Urias were recognized for their years of service on the hospital board at the group’s regular meeting on Dec. 21 at PCMH. Bonham served six years on the board – the maximum amount of time an individual can serve.
Where Ya Headed?
Steve Oliver rolled into Fort Stockton looking as cool as a cucumber. Exiting his bright red Mercedes Sprinter wearing a cowboy hat and scarf, he said, “We’re headed out to Wolf Creek in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.”
