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Museum of the Big Bend named Best Small-Town Museum
USA Today hosts an annual 10 Best Awards and thanks to many voters, the Museum of the Big Bend secured the top spot in the Best Small Town Museum category.…
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60-foot easement approved for County Road
The Brewster County Commissioners Court held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday morning, March 12. Several agreements and grants were on the agenda for approval by commissioners. alpine_387515_prep_20240313104652349.pdf (windows.net) complete…
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Far West Texas landowner seminar to take place in April
A seminar for Texas landowners will be conducted on Saturday, April 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the conference room at Big Bend Telephone. This seminar is being…
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Wild turkeys strut into spring
More Texans may encounter distinct vocalizations and dramatic strutting of male turkeys seeking a mate this spring thanks to ongoing education and research collaboration by Texas A&M AgriLife and the…
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MoBB nominated for travel award
The Museum of the Big Bend (MoBB), located on the campus of Sul Ross State University has been nominated by USA Today as 2024’s 10 Best Reader’s Choice travel awards…
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Movie scenes for ‘Due West’ shot in Alpine
City locals driving through town recently may have noticed a little more traffic than usual and a few new faces behind cameras and sound equipment on East Holland Ave. alpine_383129_prep_20240214110636147.pdf…
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Water in the Desert conference a success
Last month’s Water in the Desert conference, held on the campus of Sul Ross State University was a big success according to Dr. Louis Harveson, founder and director of the…
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West Texas lizard not listed as endangered
According to recent information from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), a lizard species that was once thought to be on the verge of extinction, has been found to…
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Sheriff’s office to receive grant
This grant has been applied for in January of 2024, and the county has set aside a fund in the amount of $250,000 dollars which the state is set to…
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Guided hikes scheduled for the public
Sul Ross’ Hancock Hill will soon feature guided hikes led by researchers and faculty from the university. Beginning this month, Sul Ross will host monthly hikes that will include a…
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Big things coming for desert bighorn sheep
In collaboration with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD), the Borderlands Research Institute (BRI) is embarking on a multi-faceted project focused on desert bighorn sheep. This project will examine…
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80th annual livestock show in the books
The 80th Annual Big Bend Livestock Association Show is a wrap, with over $300,000 in sales of market animals. alpine_378951_prep_20240117164526249.pdf (windows.net) complete story on page 1 Texas Land is very…
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Alpine ISD receives an A financial rating, superintendent contract renewed
The Alpine ISD Board of Trustees held their regularly scheduled meeting on Wednesday, January 17 at 5 p.m. in the band hall at Alpine High School. All members of the…
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Public defender’s office finds new location
The Brewster County Commissioners Court held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, December 12. After a long and difficult search, the Far West Texas public defender’s office has found a…
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Fine art collection now available in Marathon
Mainstreet in Marathon now boasts a gallery of fine art. The V6 Gallery, part of the Gage Properties owned by J.P. Bryan, will display fi ne art by local as…
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Engineers hired to investigate Alpine’s water system
Many pieces of the water system in Alpine have been a puzzle. Some of the wells seem to refuse to fill up, entire networks operate without the required pressure, as…
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Wildlife conservationist makes move to BRI
The Borderlands Research Institute (BRI) has acquired a new team member. Mike Janis, formerly with Texas Parks and Wildlife’s Wildlife Division has joined the BRI team as part of the…
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The new kid in town: Lowe’s Markets
A spokesperson for the Porter family stated, “The Lowe family and their company culture are the gold standard for family-owned grocers. Their approach to business aligns perfectly with our founding…
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Big Bend Arts Council
Brewster County Commissioners along with Brewster County Judge Greg Henington pose in front of the large Christmas tree the county erects in the foyer of the courthouse each year. Pictured…
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County leaders prepare for holiday season
Brewster County Commissioners along with Brewster County Judge Greg Henington pose in front of the large Christmas tree the county erects in the foyer of the courthouse each year. Pictured…
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The possibility of a united County, City, and University
Sul Ross State University has adopted a new tagline to go with its recent enrollment campaign. A pithy “Far from Ordinary” will be printed on what the college releases in…
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Blood Origins: creating an awareness
A documentary based on the economic and biological impacts of hunting in West Texas will be filmed in and around the area, led by the non-profit group Blood Origins whose…
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TxDot’s international bridge is now officially open
On Tuesday morning, community leaders, and local, state, federal, and international officials were on hand for the official ceremonial ribbon cutting for the new Presidio International Bridge that is owned…
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Animal population still struggles with drought but benefits from spring rain
Despite the rain that Alpine enjoyed recently, the Big Bend area has persisted through the ongoing drought that is tough on its people, water table, and wildlife. Not long ago,…
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Alpine ISD receives donations from local groups
Of particular interest in the meeting were donations from the Big Bend Regional Hospital District as well as the Big Bend American Legion Post 79. Also of note, was a…
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‘Keep Big Bend Wild’ group wins national award
A grassroots group of citizens, who work under the moniker “Keep Big Bend Wild” became the recipient of the 2023 National Park Service (NPS) Excellence in Wilderness Stewardship Award, in…
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West Texan brings hope for habitat
After six years of hard work, a habitat enhancement project is finally coming to fruition. The 22,000-acre Decie Ranch, located between Alpine and Marathon, is the beneficiary of a collaboration…
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Mammals of the Trans-Pecos’ has new edition
The second edition of “Mammals of the TransPecos Texas Including Big Bend and Guadalupe Mountains National Parks” by Texas A&M University Press is an indispensable update to the 1977 book…
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Court approves victim notification system grant
Precinct 1 commissioner, Jim Westermann updated the court about the recent 9/11 memorial observance hosted at the border patrol station in Alpine, which has a permanent memorial installation, a piece…
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New state legislation will help secure local schools
Beginning September 1, recent legislation passed by the State of Texas requires that a sheriff of any county with a total population of less than 350,000, in which a public…
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Lady Bucks named ‘Best of the West’
Alpine Lady Buck pride is alive and well after their first tournament of the season. In the “Best of the West Tournament”, hosted at Wink high school, the Lady Bucks…
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Alpine American Legion Post awarded first place community service award in Texas
Big Bend Post 79 received the 2023 American Legion Community Service Award for the Department of Texas. “We here at Big Bend Post 79 are committed to helping out Big…
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Mayor honors city workers on behalf of Alpine
The Alpine city council held its regularly scheduled meeting on Tuesday, August 15. At the beginning of the meeting, the City Mayor, Catherine Eaves, asked representatives from several city departments…
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New board partners city, county for emergency services
A new board, the Alpine Emergency Services Board, colloquially referred to as the Alpine Fire department, has been established to oversee the emergency services for the area. alpine_347537_prep_20230705105701619.pdf (windows.net) …
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Sul Ross nursing students receive donation
The Permian Basin Area Health Education Center, or PBAHEC for short, recently donated lab equipment to the Sul Ross Department of Nursing worth more than $2,700. Among the equipment donated…
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A student’s mentor gives impetus to the creation of BRI
This year, the Borderlands Research Institute, located at Sul Ross State University, culminates its 15-year anniversary of conservation biology and land stewardship in the TransPecos and Chihuhuan desert region of…
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Leadership Big Bend seeks class of 2024
Leadership Big Bend, founded in 1994 to carry out its mission of promoting and training leaders in the tri-county area is accepting applications for the Leadership Big Bend Class of…
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Texas Mountain Trail leads to adventure
The Texas Heritage Trails Program was the brainchild of former governor of Texas John Connally. In 1968, in conjunction with the HemisFair, Connally, along with the Texas Highway Department now…
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Museum of the Big Bend receives Darge art collection
Robert and Bonnie McKee have generously donated their entire collection of Friedrich Ernst “Fred” Darge paintings to the Museum of the Big Bend. These paintings will become a part of…
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Big Bend celebrates Fourth of July
The Big Bend area will celebrate Independence Day with festivities throughout the region. Celebrations begin on June 30 in Fort Davis and culminate on July 7 in Marathon at Post…
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Council discusses 25 mph limit in city
The City of Alpine held its regular city council meeting on June 20. This approximately two hour meeting was one of the first to limit discussions, presentations, and city staff…
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Shaping the Future of Alpine
Here’s how you can make the most of this summer while contributing to the improvement of Alpine. Attend local events: Summer is filled with community events, such as the farmer’s…
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Sul Ross women’s basketball staff to hold summer camps
A series of summer basketball camps will be held at the Pete P. Gallego Center this summer. Hosted by the Sul Ross State University’s women’s basketball coaching staff, day camps…
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West Texans give back to the land they love
Carl Ryan fell long and hard for the Davis Mountains when he was just 10 years old. Decades later, that part of West Texas remains close to his heart. After…
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Wildlife interactions explored in West Texas
The Borderlands Research Institute is partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Cesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute, Texas Tech University, and landowners to study long term wildlife interactions among aoudad,…
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Commissioners approve interlocal agreement for Alpine VFD
The Brewster County Commissioners met on Tuesday, April 11 at 9:30 a.m. in the commissioner’s courtroom. Of importance on the agenda was a report by the 394th District Court on…
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City to take over TXDOT right of way maintenance
A report from City Manager, Megan Antrim on TXDOT relinquishing their maintenance of the right of ways on Highway 90, Highway 118, and Loop Road. Maintenance includes the watering of…
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Artists to be featured in Amazon Prime series
Director Christelle Bois, currently of New York, descended on Alpine to film portions of her Amazon Prime series “The Story of Art in America.” Bois focused her efforts on local…
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Obstetrics care, right here at home
For several years, women in the Big Bend had to travel out of town to deliver their babies. Today, this is not the case. The department at Big Bend Regional…
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Center for Big Bend Studies receives grant
The Center for Big Bend Studies has been awarded A $1 million grant, by the Department of Education, which will help create a graduate degree in anthropology by 2025. …
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Sul Ross to host research symposium
Sul Ross State University will host its’ sixth Annual Undergraduate and Graduate Research Symposium. This event will be held April 17-18, and be in person as well as virtual. …
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Ward 5 City Councilman passes prior to general election
Just 43 days before the general election, incumbent city council member for Ward 5, Jerry Johnson passed away. Johnson, a prominent citizen of Alpine, business owner, and former Mayor of…
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New executive director named for The Chinati Foundation
The Board of Trustees of The Chinati Foundation/La Fundación Chinati has announced the appointment of Caitlin Murray as its new executive director. Murray was previously director of archives and programs…
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New hires at BRI bolster capacity for research efforts in West Texas
The Borderlands Research Institute, BRI, at Sul Ross State University is expanding its team with the addition of two new hires this January. Bill Adams has come aboard as Associate…
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CDRI celebrates half a century
The Chihuahua Desert Research Institute better known as CDRI, celebrates 50 years in West Texas. alpine_325139_prep_20230215122349421.pdf (windows.net) complete story on page 1 Texas Land is very important to…
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Sul Ross athletics applies for Division II
The Sul Ross Athletic Department, under the direction of Amanda Workman, officially applied to compete in NCAA Division II athletic programs on Jan. 30. Sul Ross currently competes as a…
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Northern Big Bend eligible for Wilderness Designation
Over 99 additional square miles of rugged mountains and sweeping desert expanses in the northern reaches of Big Bend National Park have been determined eligible for wilderness designation. This administrative…
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Wildlife vaccine bait airdrop underway
The Texas Department of State Health Services has renewed its battle against rabies along the Texas border by airdropping rabies vaccine bait from planes leaving Edinburg, Del Rio and Alpine.…
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Where past meets future
To capture a moment in time is magical. To freeze an era on display is the result of dozens of experts collaborating for a truly noble endeavor, to preserve and…
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Draft recovery plan available for Mexican long-nosed bat
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking public comments on a draft revised recovery plan for the Mexican long-nosed bat, an endangered migratory bat that travels annually between Mexico…
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Black bear study underway near park
Black bears were once common throughout West Texas. Their numbers diminished around the mid 20th century due to sport hunting, habitat loss, and predator control. But in the 1980’s they…
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Sul Ross takes top spots at rodeo finals
Two current and one former Sul Ross cowboy arrived at the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas to show them that Sul Ross produces top notch rodeo cowboys. The three…
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Game Warden of the Year awarded to local officer
Bo Hancock is one of five game wardens assigned to this area, and he was recently honored as Game Warden of the Year. Hancock, an Air Force veteran, and dog…
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Rental vacation homes under pressure
The City of Alpine held its regularly scheduled city council meeting Dec. 6, with a swift meeting that led into an executive session. Ward 1 Council member Judy Stokes and…
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Fishing is a way of life for Sul Ross Anglers
Whether carried out recreationally or competitively, fishing is a sport that can last a lifetime. A pastime, that is attracting more popularity at Sul Ross State University with the Sul…
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City discusses water billing issues
The City of Alpine held its regularly scheduled city council meeting on Nov. 15 with an abbreviated meeting, with major items topping the agenda. The items up for discussion were…
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Big Bend National Park makes top list
As travel continues to make a comeback, National Geographic unveiled its annual list of the 25 inspiring destinations for the renewed travel prospects. This year’s “Best of the World” feature…
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Quail Coalition funds BRI Montezuma quail study
Thanks to support from Quail Coalition in Texas, the Borderlands Research Institute (BRI) at Sul Ross State University will conduct the first-ever research to determine the population of Montezuma quail…
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Fightin’Bucks take fourth bi-district title
The Alpine Fightin’ Bucks came home with their fourth bi-district title under Coach John Fellows and his staff . The Bucks were the 21-point underdog in this fight against the…
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City Council approves use of water well
Regarding water well use, after hearing discussions from both Dr. Stephen Daugherty, a property owner but non-resident who owns a ranching operation in the city, and his attorney Sam Ballard,…
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Park to protect bighorn sheep
During the week of Oct. 10, the National Park Service will continue with measures to protect desert bighorn sheep in Big Bend National Park, which includes reducing the population of…
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Turning the page
Eleazar Cano: “On Dec. 31 I will walk out of the Brewster County Courthouse as your county judge for the last time. I must admit there is a sense of…
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Sul Ross receives funding for anthropology program
The Center for Big Bend Studies at Sul Ross State University received $1 million in funding from the Department of Education through the office of U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales, Texas…
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35th annual Chinati Weekend coming up
From Friday to Sunday, Oct. 7-9, Chinati will host a weekend-long program that is free to all. Chinati Weekend begins on Friday with Made in Marfa, when local makers, purveyors,…
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City approves military monument
The City of Alpine held its regularly scheduled city council meeting on Sept. 20, and a proposed monument honoring women in the military, code enforcement issues, and a strategic plan…
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Harveson named associate provost
Dr. Louis A. Harveson, founder and director of Borderlands Research Institute, has been named the Associate Provost of Research and Development at Sul Ross State University. surprised to see how…
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Maintaining healthy rangeland watersheds
Those in Far West Texas perhaps understand better than anywhere just how important rangeland management is to successful livestock production, hunting, and recreational endeavors. Rainfall tends to be the limiting…
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The Granada opens its doors again
It was the day of Herbert Hoover, the Great Crash, Pope Pius XI, John Wayne, and the Granada Theater in Alpine. The theater was built in 1929, and opened its…
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A job well done to city workers
Every year there is a National Employee Appreciation Day dedicated to honoring and celebrating employees everywhere who work tirelessly to keep businesses moving forward. There are also dedicated weeks for…
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Wildlife conference highlights role of private landownership
The 2022 Trans-Pecos Wildlife Conference held at Sul Ross State University Aug. 4-5 drew about 175 attendees for a full day of speakers and panel discussions, and optional half-day field…
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Night skies a priority for Alpine library
Night sky enthusiasts, astronomy clubs, and other related organizations gathered at Alpine Public Library for the See More Stars event on Aug. 12. It was funded in part by NASA…
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Partnership program benefits West Texas landowners
The Borderlands Research Institute and the Texas Agricultural Land Trust are joining forces with the USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service to implement landscape-scale conservation initiatives across the Trans-Pecos in West…
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Tournament raises big money for Texas birds
Famous for being the biggest, longest, wildest birdwatching tournament in the country, this year’s Great Texas Birding Classic raised $45,000 for projects to benefit birds and other wildlife. Celebrating its…
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Tourism up at national park
A new National Park Service report shows that 581,220 visitors to Big Bend National Park in 2021 spent over $53 million in communities near the park. That spending supported 726…
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Are Big Bend stars getting outshined
Stephen Hummel, the Dark Skies Senior Outreach Program coordinator with McDonald Observatory, takes annual night sky measurements throughout the greater Big Bend to track changes in light pollution. The latest…
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Making night skies darker over Alpine
Alpine’s night sky team wants the city to lead the way in night sky friendly practices. The team has been meeting regularly since Alpine gained status as part of the…
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Wildlife conference returns in 2022
For the first time since 2016, the Trans-Pecos Wildlife Conference will be held at Sul Ross State University on Thursday and Friday, Aug. 4-5 this year. The event will be…
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Outdoor theatre opens July 8 at Kokernot
The Theatre of the Big Bend’s 57th season opens Friday, July 8, with “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown.” The production runs weekends July 8-24 at Sul Ross State University’s…
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Cowboys win home opener at Kokernot Field
Ridge Walker from Moravia, N.Y., took to the mound at the Alpine o6 Cowboys 2022 home opener. In an intense battle the Cowboys went on to beat the Austin Weirdos…
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Flying High with DPS
Alpine Elementary School pre-k 4 students from teacher Bianca Barrera’s class were happy to check out the Texas Department of Public Safety helicopter that made a landing on the elementary…
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Hernandez named interim Sul Ross president
Texas State University System Chancellor Brian McCall has appointed Carlos Hernandez, EdD, interim president of Sul Ross State University. Hernandez, who has served since 2014 as chief financial officer and…
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Means brings championship to Trans-Pecos
Evan Means, a junior at Texas Tech, won the Non-Pro Division 1 National championship, and helped Texas Tech bring home the national championship for Division 1 in the collegiate ranch…
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In Far West Texas, conservationists revive a decades-old push for a Big Bend “wilderness” designation
At a popular overlook in Big Bend National Park, the park’s superintendent Bob Krumenaker gazed at a sweeping view of mountains and miles of desert lowlands. “The Window is this…
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All is well at Alpine ISD
Alpine ISD Interim Superintendent Dennis McEntire last week spoke with the Avalanche, and assured the public that rumors AISD was in turmoil because of several high-profile resignations and declining enrollment…
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Gonzales secures $1 million for Center of Big Bend Studies
Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) secured $1 million in funds for the Sul Ross State University Archaeology, Anthropology and Cultural Research Center, better known as the Center of Big Bend Studies,…
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Big Bend “Dark Sky Reserve” formally designated after effort by astronomers and advocates
A huge swath of Far West Texas has been formally designated as a “dark sky reserve,” a recognition of the long-running work of astronomers, conservationists and local communities to protect…
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Voters must decide on two state propositions on May 7
Although voters are already aware of separate city and school board elections coming up on May 7, many may not be aware of two Texas constitutional amendments being presented on…
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Darge exhibit highlights Big Bend
Museum of the Big Bend will open its spring exhibit on April 22 with “Fred Darge Paints the Big Bend and Beyond,” and many are eagerly awaiting its unveiling. …
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New Alpine fire chief steps up
Firefighters do more than fight blazes or step up in emergency situations. Firefighters have the privilege of serving by giving back to the community they call home. They are dedicated…
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Officials pick new ambulance company to serve the Alpine and Marathon area
Big Bend area officials have settled on their pick for a new ambulance provider for northern Brewster County. At simultaneous meetings Tuesday evening, Brewster County Commissioner Court and the Alpine…
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BRI launches Center for Land Stewardship and Stakeholder Engagement
A new Center for Land Stewardship and Stakeholder Engagement has been established at the Borderlands Research Institute at Sul Ross State University. The new center will facilitate conservation eff orts…
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Wren retires from McDonald Observatory
After more than three decades of sharing astronomy with the public and working to protect dark skies from light pollution, Bill Wren has retired from McDonald Observatory. alpine_265286_prep_20220216113708712.pdf (windows.net) …
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Sul Ross gets state money
The Texas State University System has received more than $60 million in state support for Sul Ross State University, including an historic investment of more than $59 million for capital…
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New wine bar to open in Alpine
A new Alpine wine bar will be ready to pour just in time for the spring break crowds, and this will not just be another place to grab a drink. …
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Dark Skies exhibit coming to Gallery on the Square
The exhibit is open to all artists who wish to participate. Both members of Big Bend Arts Council and non-members may enter artwork at the gallery on or before Tuesday,…
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2022 livestock show and sale a success
This year’s Big Bend Livestock Association Show and sale brought in $365,000 for the young exhibitors, something a show official called “a really good year.” BBLAS Board President Becky McCutchen…
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Alpine ISD receives $50,000 check
Dollar General on Jan. 12 donated $50,000 to Alpine ISD, with the funds specified for literacy use. AISD Interim Superintendent Dennis McEntire stressed that money collected for literacy at local…
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Falcon nesting sites to be protected at national park
Beginning Feb. 1 and continuing through May 31, the National Park Service will again temporarily close select areas in the Chisos Mountains to protect nesting falcons. In August 1999 the…
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Big Bend reports record visitation for 2021
BIG BEND NATIONAL PARK, Texas (KOSA) -Big Bend National Park reports they had a record 581,000 recreational visits to remote Big Bend in 2021. For most of 2021, all developed…
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78th Livestock show coming up soon
The 78th Annual Big Bend Livestock Association Show will start soon, and Alpine High School ag teacher Doug Fox is a prime mover behind the show and sale each year.…
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Big Bend National Park Number of Visitors Reaches All-Time Record
Big Bend National Park reached a significant milestone this year. The Far West Texas destination surpassed 500,000 visitors in a calendar year — a first in the park’s 76-year history.…
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Visitors Center revamp moving forward
Chances are that both locals and visitors have driven or stopped by the Alpine Visitor Center, whether on their way to other places in the Big Bend, or simply to…
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Candidates set for March primary and beyond
The filing period for the March 1, 2022, primary ended Monday, and the field is crowded for the number one spot in Brewster County. The county positions up for grabs…
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City says yes to new wine bar
News of a proposed wine bar tentatively scheduled to open next year highlighted the City of Alpine’s regular city council meeting at the Alpine Civic Center on Nov. 2. Council,…
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Pete Gallego resigns from SRSU
The Alpine native and former lawmaker informed officials with the university’s parent system last week that he would resign his post at Sul Ross State University in June 2022, at…
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Alpine ISD approves band trip to Florida
Alpine ISD Board of Trustees held its regularly scheduled meeting on Nov. 17, and former high school band director Chuck Wilson made an appearance to discuss plans for the band…
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Christmas spirit thrives in Brewster County
What started out as Brown Santa delivering Christmas gifts to local children has turned into an effort that extends through the winter months and beyond. To donate toys - along…
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City discusses proposed brewery
Plans for a new brewery generated discussion at the City of Alpine regularly scheduled city council meeting on Oct. 19 Chisos Brewing Company, a proposed brewery that would start construction…
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Alpine receives travel awards
Visit Alpine, Texas brought home four awards in the inaugural Texas Travel Awards. Launched by the publishers of Austin Monthly, San Antonio Magazine, and Texas Music, the awards set out…
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Big Bend National Park restoration project underway
The oldest intact structure in Big Bend National Park is getting much needed protection thanks to a preservation project funded by Big Bend Conservancy. Rather than destroy the Alvino House…
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AirMedCare covers the Big Bend
Medical transport company AirMedCare recently purchased First Flight, and many First Flight members questioned whether they were still covered if an emergency arose. AirMedCare Membership Sales Manager Jade Hambright last…
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Historic ranch opens to hiking, agate hunting
The historic Kokernot o6 Ranch traces its roots back to early 1800s and has largely remained off limits to anyone outside of its cattle operations or the occasional guided hunt…
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Losoya named new police chief
At a special meeting of Alpine City Council on Aug. 31, Police Department Captain Darrell Losoya was named police chief, replacing former Chief Robert Martin who resigned. alpine_244053_prep_20210908130549341.pdf (windows.net)
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APD veteran takes over as chief
Hometown boy and law enforcement veteran Darrell Losoya recently took over the position of chief at Alpine Police Department. Darrell Losoya wanted the public to know he has an open…
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Visit Alpine wins big at Idea Fair
On Sept. 14, the Texas Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus announced that Visit Alpine, Texas won the 2021 Judges Choice Idea Fair award for Cooperative Marketing for a series…
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Black Gap Designated as dark sky sanctuary
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department recently announced that Black Gap Wildlife Management area in has been designated as an International Dark Sky Sanctuary by the International Dark Sky Association. …
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Breaking ground for a museum expansion
A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Aug. 12 at Sul Ross State University in Alpine for the future expansion of the Emmett and Miriam McCoy Building at Museum of the…
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City rehires Ponton as attorney
Approval of a new city attorney and illegal dumping were the focus of Alpine City Council’s regular meeting on Aug. 17. Council, Ward 3, Sara Tandy, was not present at…
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Rain gardens at Kokernot
The Environmental Services Department has been hard at work on the rain gardens project at Kokernot Park. The project consists of rainwater catchment basins at two locations in the park…
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Exes gather once again in Alpine
With last year’s event canceled because of coronavirus concerns, Sul Ross State University alumni are looking forward with great anticipation to this year’s reunion. The Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences…
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Sul Ross examines course offerings
In February Sul Ross State University then-Provost Dr. Robert Kinucan recommended to President Pete Gallego that he form the Academic Planning Committee based on fiscal challenges created by COVID-19, static…
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Climbing Christmas Mountain
A drive to the top of the Christmas Mountains range, located in south Brewster County, is not for the faint of heart. It’s the only unpaved, four-wheel drive road open…
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Principal talks construction and parking
Students at Alpine High School will go back to school on Wednesday, Aug. 25, and Principal Lee Sanchez is ready to welcome the 2021-2022 school year. He’s looking to another…
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Exciting new mural coming to Alpine
An exciting new mural will take shape in Alpine this summer, one that has been in the works for more than six years. Alpine’s Gallery Night, Inc., Board of Directors…
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Night Sky Advocacy
Those wishing to get involved with night sky advocacy have a couple of options through Big Bend Conservation Alliance. Night sky projects comprise a quarter of the nonprofit’s platform, with…
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Brewster County adopts new lighting ordinance
Brewster County Commissioners on May 26 decided to adopt a newly revised outdoor lighting ordinance. Addressing commissioners were Bill Wren, dark skies advocate from the University of Texas McDonald Observatory…
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Hutchings takes bull riding crown
Tristen Hutchings nabbed both the National Champion Bull Rider title and the Southwest Region Reserve Championship for Bull Riding at the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo., last week. …
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Grand Companions not a typical shelter
Grand Companions Humane Society of Fort Davis does more than just help rescue stray pets and place them in good homes. Its mission is to help people save, honor, and…
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Sul Ross Ag professor leaves legacy
Everett E. Turner, a long-time agriculture and range animal science faculty member at Sul Ross State University, left a lasting imprint on the ag students at the college that defined…
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Alpine old-timers play for love of game
Everyone knows that baseball is more than just a sport. It’s America’s national pastime, from little ones learning the basics in Little League, to teens playing for school pride, to…
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Facelift underway for Lackey-Hord building
The Lackey-Hord building in Alpine is getting a facelift, and in the process, crews have uncovered the structure’s original façade and cast iron columns. Constructed in 1911, the building once…
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One for the record books
Visit Big Bend Director Robert Alvarez called this year’s spring break season in Brewster County “better than ever, nonstop.” He said although spring break was always a busy time, because…
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Alpine track star chases her dreams
Many high school athletes dream of playing sports in college and beyond, but only a small percentage actually get the opportunity to compete at the highest levels. For Alpine High…
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City pool scheduled to open
The City of Alpine held its regularly scheduled city council meeting on April 6, and started off with some welcomed news from City Manager Erik Zimmer about the city swimming…
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Groundwater District presents research opportunities
Brewster County Groundwater Conservation District is hoping water well operators, residential or otherwise, will get involved with the organization’s groundwater research efforts. The district is tasked to manage, protect, and…
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Local boy turns from Border Patrol to animals, Clinic looking to expand
After college, Alpine veterinarian Zach Dodson started his career with the U.S. Border Patrol, but his independent spirit led him to a life of helping animals. His mom Mary is…
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Alpine photographer clicks the shutter
For Alpine resident and photography lover Kim Morrow, capturing unforgettable moments with the camera has enabled her to pursue a lifelong passion that has enhanced her life and fulfilled her…
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New ag agent back in hometown
For new Texas A&M AgriLife County Extension Agent Luke Hendryx, returning to his hometown of Alpine after a stint training cutting horses in Brenham has been a blessing. Hendryx’s grandfather,…
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Some trees going, but more coming
They’re tearing it up at Sul Ross, and many in the community are wondering what’s going on. Mike Pacheco, chief of staff to university President Pete Gallego, explained the demolition…
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Texas A&M could take on Sul Ross
Texas Senator, Dist. 19, Roland Gutierrez filed Senate Bill 522 in the 87th Legislature to officially move Sul Ross State University and its associated Rio Grande Colleges from the Texas State…
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Alpine agency boosts jobs
Having a reliable and committed workforce is crucial to successful businesses and to fueling economic growth, and the Texas Workforce Solutions-Borderplex office in Alpine helps achieve that goal. Virginia Sandoval,…
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Keeping the star-studded sky dark
Something that fascinates both tourists and locals alike are the night skies in the Big Bend, and for Big Bend Ranch State Park Interpretive Ranger Amber Harrison, promoting responsible outdoor…
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More than just furry friends
For Alpine resident and animal lover Bri K. Adams, having her own business allows her the freedom to be around the friends she cares about the most - the four-legged…
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Longest running family business thrives in Alpine
Family-owned businesses play a crucial role in the economy, and some of the most successful businesses have been passed down in families from generation-to-generation. Mountain Zone TV Systems of Alpine…
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Veterinarian provides a helping hand
Livestock show season can be a busy and exciting time for exhibitors and their families. The Big Bend Livestock Show is right around the corner, and youth from FFA and…
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Exhibit celebrates nighttime beauty
The Big Bend Arts Council recently announced, “Night Skies”. An exhibition of works that celebrate the region’s nighttime beauty. The exhibit will be open for public viewing at Gallery on the…
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“WW II Heroes” exhibit at Museum of the Big Bend
The culmination of a four-year project by Zach Coco, Museum of the Big Bend will present “WWII Heroes,” Coco’s photographic collection of men and women who served in the military…
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Alpine welcomes new Oasis owners
From the industrial technology shop at Sul Ross State University, to a demanding oil field career, and owning his own business with wife Shera, Eric Welch is happy to be…
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Volunteers bring the natural world closer
There is a group of dedicated volunteers in the Big Bend who aim to share their knowledge of and experience with the natural world. Those volunteers make up the Tierra…
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Preserving Alpine
One of the best ways to appreciate and build awareness of a city’s character and sense of community is through its history, and the newly established Alpine Historical Association is…
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Sunshine House carries on
Though the coronavirus has kept the Sunshine House front door locked tight for months, its staff and volunteers continue to provide vital services to the community. Dedicated volunteers delivered 257…
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Dodson trumps Drawe for sheriff, county stays red in 2020
Brewster County voters flocked to the polls on Nov. 3, turning out in what some say may be record numbers, and Texas remained red as Republicans dominated the state’s 2020…
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Goat ropers headed to Fort Worth
Those attending the National Finals Rodeo this year in Arlington might want to look for Alpine’s own West Texas Chivo Chasers to see a little goat roping action. Owned…
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Fine wines in the shadow of Cathedral Mountain
In the early 2000s, Kert Platner, a co-founder of Dallas-based Times Ten Cellars, was looking to establish a small vineyard in West Texas. Its warm days, cool nights, and low…
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Ponton out as city attorney
The City of Alpine held its regularly scheduled city council meeting on Nov. 17, and new council members Chris Rodriguez in Ward 2 and Martin Sandate in Ward 4 were…
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Marathon ISD introduces Native American music
There’s no doubt that music is a big part of everyone’s lives, and it all starts in the classroom. This is where Marathon ISD Principal Juan Saldana comes in as…
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Celebrating history and cannons in Pecos County
Texas has unique cultural and historical celebrations throughout the year, and an event as big as Texas is set to take place Friday and Saturday, Oct. 30-31, at the historic…
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Slick rides run the Big Bend
Octane-Fest returned to Alpine last month, and with it a parade of Cobras, Corvettes, Vipers, Mustangs, and other hot cars gracing Big Bend highways and byways. Sponsored by The Stable…
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City says yes to Artwalk
The City of Alpine held its regularly scheduled city council meeting on Oct. 6 with an announcement that the popular Artwalk festival will take place after all on November 20…
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Sul Ross cowboys make Hall of Fame
Two Sul Ross State University rodeo team legends were recently inducted into the National Rodeo Hall of Fame. Tuff Hedeman and Cody Lambert were members of the last national championship…
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Border Patrol group goes for acts of kindness
The Big Bend is known for its many law enforcement agencies who keep the area safe, but also provide a helping hand to those in need. One such group, Marfa…
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Artwalk 2020 goes full steam ahead
With Artwalk more than two months away, organizer Kerri Blackman feels sure the annual event will proceed smoothly despite coronavirus uncertainty. “With the schools reopening and COVID cases on the…
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Brewing it up in Marathon
Brewing beer has been a focal point of civilizations for a long time, and modern-day craft breweries like Brick Vault Brewery and Barbecue in Marathon are carrying on the tradition.…
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Alpine designated as Music Friendly City
The Big Bend area is well known for its vibrant music scene. Now that Viva Big Bend recently wrapped up its first ever virtual format, the City of Alpine has…
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Construction schedule moves forward
Alpine ISD Board of Trustees held its regularly scheduled meeting on Aug. 5, and discussed several topics related to the start of the 2020-2021 school year. Superintendent Becky McCutchen provided…
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Sul Ross ready for fall semester
President Pete Gallego’s Chief of Staff Mike Pacheco said that so far, fall semester enrollment was about the same as the past two years, but with NCAA Divisions I and…
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Wedding chapel makes its debut
The day a bride and groom say "I do" is one of the most special moments in their lives and choosing a wedding location is one of the most important…
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Drawn hunt permit applications now being accepted
Hunters looking for a new opportunity or a change of scenery this fall are encouraged to check out the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s drawn hunt permits program. Applications are…
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Terlingua artist delights in nature
With nature as an inspiration to see beauty in the world, many artists take their canvases, paints, and brushes to the great outdoors so they can work amid the natural…
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The Museum of the Big Bend reopens
The Museum of The Big Bend is back open. Located on the Sul Ross State University campus in Alpine, the museum re-opened its doors. It has two exhibits on display,…
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Alpine rancher receives award
Alpine cowboy poet and rancher Joel Nelson will be the third recipient of the Ranching Heritage Association Working Cowboy Award. He’ll receive the honor during the 43rd Annual National Golden…
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Art blossoms in Alpine’s alleys
An idea born in late 2018 is now coming to fruition in downtown Alpine. While Alpine has long been recognized for its many beautiful murals, the alley between Fifth and…
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Observatory hosts virtual tours
McDonald Observatory has always been a big attraction for visitors and locals alike, and it’s strategically located north of Fort Davis under one of the darkest skies in the continental…
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Alpine pilot receives FAA honor
A surprise birthday party for Alpine’s James Blair turned into an even bigger surprise when representatives from the FAA in Lubbock showed up at Alpine-Casparis Municipal Airport. There, among friends…
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Balmorhea State Park to Expand Seven Times Its Size
Balmorhea State Park will soon stretch well beyond the walls lining its historic spring-fed pool, adding some 640 acres to the Far West Texas attraction. The expansion could include nature…
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Charlesworth Ranch takes conservation award
Each year the Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board and the Association of Texas Soil and Water Conservation Districts recognize and honor individuals who dedicate themselves to the conservation…
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Coffee roasters a big hit in the Big Bend
Coffee has always given people a way to slow down and enjoy life. Specialty coffee is now delighting enthusiasts by captivating their sense of wonder - and people do not…
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Marfa Public Radio Wins 10 Murrow Awards
Marfa Public Radio has won 10 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards from the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) for excellence in electronic journalism. The station won for every category that…
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Gallego named sole finalist for Sul Ross presidency
Gallego later told the Avalanche, “I’m certainly gratified about the opportunity to be president of Sul Ross. The institution means a lot to me personally. Sul Ross gave me my start,…
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Staying entertained Big Bend style
Now that area residents are spending more time at home, there are still ways to get a taste of the Big Bend. These movies are available for viewing on Netflix,…
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Abbott loosens some restrictions, promises more
At a press conference, Gov. Greg Abbott said reopening the Texas economy during the coronavirus outbreak would come in phases, and be guided by data and doctors. The initial steps…
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Judd Foundation, The Chinati Foundation and Ballroom Marfa gift funds to Big Bend Regional Medical Center
Judd Foundation, the Chinati Foundation and Ballroom Marfa announce a $10,000 gift to the Big Bend Regional Medical Center. The funds are intended to support the hospital in their preparations…
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BBT helping communities
BBT was recently added to a list of less than 50 companies nationwide recognized by the FCC for going above and beyond to help consumers during the coronavirus outbreak. While…
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Gathering called a great success
After its board last year announced the end of the Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering’s 33-year run, no one thought it could be done. But event organizer Bob Saul and the…
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Zimmer revisits revitalization plan
The City of Alpine held its regular city council meeting on March 3 and one of the main topics of discussion was the status of the downtown area. City Manager…
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Big Bend hunkering down in face of virus
As of 3/31/20, no COVID-19 cases had been identified in the Tri-County area. At the Tri-County’s only hospital facility, Big Bend Regional Medical Center spokesperson Ruth Hucke said, “We’ve had…
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Nectar clicks its way to success
When it comes to providing top quality, personalized IT services, Nectar Computers of Alpine is the place to go, a jack-of-all-trades computer repair business that prides itself on special partnerships…
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New film features Alpine actors
Many films, both classic and contemporary, have been shot around the Big Bend area, a place well-known for attracting actors, artists, musicians, and writers. A new film, Marfa Ghost Stories, will…
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City Drug Store serving customers for 100 years
City Drug Store, a family owned pharmacy that made its mark in the Big Bend area, continues to provide personalized service and retains its friendly, small town roots thanks to…
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Alpine ISD alerted about dark skies
Alpine ISD Board of Trustees held its regular meeting on Feb. 19 and heard from a McDonald Observatory representative. During public comments, Bill Wren, a fervent dark sky advocate from…
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Borderlands Research Institute get $100,000.00 Grant
ALPINE — The Meadows Foundation is granting $100,000 to the Borderlands Research Institute at Sul Ross State University to provide support to the Respect Big Bend Coalition in West Texas.…
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Council eyes city hall expansion
At its regular meeting on Jan. 7, Alpine City Manager Erik Zimmer introduced to the council the idea of expanding City Hall. Zimmer said there was limited space in the current…
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Mitchell’s still going strong
Family and faith, along with a savvy business acumen, go hand in hand for owners Mark and Shirley Mitchell Williams of Mitchell’s Furniture and Flooring in Alpine. Shirley recalled her…
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Protecting Texas’ Bighorn Sheep – A Hands-on Approach
Ever since bighorns died out in Texas, the state’s been trying to bring them back. But it’s been a slow process. It’s taken 80 years to restore their population to…
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Writer takes a snapshot of ranching women
Alyssa Banta is not only an award-winning photojournalist, but also a writer who enjoys documenting people’s lives. Around 2010, Banta decided to take a completely different path. She went into…
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Museum transformation in the works
Mary Bones has high hopes and ambitious plans for Museum of the Big Bend’s future, and as its director, she is leading the charge to transform the present facility into…
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U.S. Postal Service Will Issue Big Bend Themed Stamp In 2020
An iconic corner of Big Bend National Park will soon be featured on U.S. Priority Mail stamps. The stamp art highlights the Rio Grande as it flows through the limestone cliffs of…
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Alpine ISD approves LED lighting systems
Alpine ISD jumped on the energy friendly bandwagon on Dec. 18 as the Board of Trustees approved a complete change in the district-wide lighting systems. Justin Toon, a representative of…
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New owner picks up the baton
When it comes to insurance, what often sets an agency apart from its competitors is the professional and personal relationships established by prior agents. Those relationships have become invaluable now…
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Visitors Services Return to Castolon in Big Bend National Park
The historic Castolon district has visitor services once again. The area has been closed off to traffic and would-be hikers since May 21. Now, park officials have set up temporary…
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Alpine welcomes new police chief
The City of Alpine has a new police chief, and Robert Martin is eager to work with other area law enforcement entities, as well as forge bonds with the community.…
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South County artist honored at Artwalk
Artwalk’s 2019 honored artist, Collie Ryan, has been living a quiet, creative life in the Big Bend for nearly 40 years. A musician, poet, and former art student at San…
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Murals put Alpine on the map
With Nancy Whitlock’s new map of Alpine murals, visitors can enjoy town from a local’s perspective. The guide includes every mural Whitlock and friends could find, with over 50, ranging…
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Outlook average for mule deer season
General mule deer season in the Trans Pecos will open in late November, and hunters can look forward to an average harvest this year. Shawn Gray, Mule Deer and Pronghorn…
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Inaugural Octane-Fest a success
Among several cool car events planned annually by The Stable owner Dave Durant was this year’s inaugural Octane-Fest. Sponsored by The Stable, Lund Racing, and Team Shelby Texas Central Plains,…
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City approves 15 mph speed limit by high school
The City of Alpine held its regular city council meeting on Oct. 15 and vehicle traffic and speed limits were the main topics discussed. The council discussed a proposed ordinance…
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Big Bend runner heads for the Big Apple
Around 50,000 runners from more than 100 countries will line up on Nov. 3 for this year’s New York City Marathon, and Alpine resident Janna Stubbs will be among them.…
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Zimmer back as city manager
Erik Zimmer, a former city manager who had served from 2013-2017 and then resigned to relocate to Albuquerque, New Mexico, was brought back as a candidate for the city manager…
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Life-long calling for interim chief
For Alpine native and law enforcement officer Darrell Losoya, the call to become a police officer for his hometown came at an early age. That calling led him to pursue…
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Special collection coming to Museum
The highly anticipated exhibit, Five Centuries of Mexican Maps, is now open at Museum of the Big Bend, and benefactor Marty Davis says it’s a big deal. Over…
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Lee finds new home in the Big Bend
A historic sculpture that had graced a Dallas park for 81 years last week found a new home in south Brewster County after being removed and banned by the Dallas…
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New cowboy poetry gathering now official
From the ashes of the now-defunct Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering, the newly formed Lone Star Cowboy Poetry Gathering rose for its first official meeting. The Lone Star Cowboy Poetry Gathering…
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Alpine Cowboys – We did it!
“This is the best feeling in my life,” right fielder Sam Little said on Monday night. “No doubt.” The over 600 people who witnessed his game-tying home run and heard…
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Ranch Rodeo draws record crowds
The 2019 Big Bend Ranch Rodeo is now in the record books, and the Aug. 9-10 event was full of excitement, sportsmanship and suspense. The best cowboys from Texas, New…
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City considers a rerun
The City of Alpine held its regular council meeting on Aug. 20, and the main topic was hiring a city manager to replace interim manager Cynthia Salas. Council, Ward 5,…
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Aquifers and Springs Around Balmorhea State Park Now Being Monitored
Brad Wolaver, a hydrologist from the University of Texas’ Bureau of Economic Geology is working on an industry-backed project focusing on the water sources that replenish the San Solomon Springs near…
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Unique museum graces Marfa
History buffs and World War II enthusiasts in the Big Bend are fortunate to have a unique museum in Marfa that offers a special glimpse at one of the most…
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Big Bend National Park is a Birder’s Paradise
No place can more quickly erase a vision of the desert as monotony than Big Bend National Park. From canyon to summit, there’s a 6,000-foot range in elevations, and the…
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Alpine Library owes growth to early pioneers
Since its inception, Alpine Public Library has always been an integral part of the community in Alpine and surrounding towns. Generations have grown up with the library as a valuable…
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Marfa Public Radio Wins Three National Edward R. Murrow Awards
Marfa Public Radio has won three National Edward R. Murrow awards from the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) for its reporting in 2018. This is the first time the…
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Trustees choose high school design
At its June 10 special meeting, the Alpine ISD Board of Trustees chose the design concept for the district’s new high school academic building, now scheduled to begin construction in…
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Bringing Napa to West Texas
Although the Hill Country comes to mind first when thinking of Texas vineyards, two San Antonio wine aficionados aim to bring West Texas toward the top of the list. John…
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New mural honors VFD
Alpine attracts many artists and creative types who proudly display their work for all to see, and now a colorful new mural adorns a wall on the corner of East…
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Cowboy poetry revival in the works
A new cowboy poetry gathering is gaining momentum after a meeting on May 11 in Alpine City Councilman Rick Stephens’ airplane hangar. For the immediate future, the focus was on…
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Hall of Fame museum honors Stillwell
A significant source of Texas heritage and the Old West is attributed to pioneer ranch woman Hallie Stillwell, an iconic woman who has been an instrumental part of Texas women’s…
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Marfa honors “Giant” with artistic flair
Marfa, widely known for its hip and trendy arts community, has something sure to attract the eye of locals and tourists alike. Driving on U.S. Highway 90 to about five…
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Elementary school gets new principal
At its regular meeting on May 15, the Alpine ISD Board of Trustees approved Verl O’Bryant as the new elementary school principal, replacing interim principal Conrad Arriola. He will assume…
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For Burrowing Owls, West Texas is a Hub in an Epic Migration
They’re diminutive, less than a foot tall, but their claim to the open spaces and arid plains of the West runs as deep as the bisons’. They’re skilled hunters in…
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Elementary school improves
Alpine ISD held its regular Board of Trustees meeting on March 27, and heard a favorable report from Alpine Elementary School Interim Principal Conrad Arriola, Sr., about improvements at the…
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Alpine Buck’s baseball District champs again
It never comes easy, but each of the last four springs have brought with them golden trophies for an overcrowded display case. The Alpine Fightin’ Bucks won the title on…
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Keys to cowboy poetry success
Alpine resident Bill Brooks was one of the 10-member board for Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering almost since its beginning some 33 years ago. With the announcement that 2019 marked the…
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After Being Closed For 9 Months, Balmorhea State Park’s Pool Is Open For Swimming
One of the state’s historic swimming holes has re-opened after nearly a year of being closed. Often dubbed the crown jewel of West Texas, the swimming hole at Balmorhea State…
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Alpine considers HOT funds for conference center
Alpine City Council met on March 19 and approved a resolution requesting that the Texas Legislature repeal a tax code section stipulating how the city may spend its HOT fund…
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Alpine goat wins big in Houston
Betty Tanksley of the Tanksley ranching family in Brewster County had been successfully breeding show goats for over 20 years, and daughter Mary Criddle and granddaughter Kersten Criddle are continuing…
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New outdoor mural coming to Alpine
Alpine will soon have another outdoor mural to add to its collection, and this one will honor the Texas Rangers. Alpine’s Artwalk will sponsor the mural, and Artwalk Executive Director…
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Texas Parks & Wildlife unveils updated online reservations
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The Texas Parks & Wildlife Department has made it easier to go online and book specific campsites, cabins and shelters. The system announced that the new options also let…
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Stable expands in Alpine
A remote land populated by cattle, cowboys, eccentrics, and pickups seems an unlikely setting for supercars and classics, but the Big Bend has an undeniable cool-car subculture. On any given…
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County gets tanker truck
Brewster County on Monday dedicated a $160,000 tanker truck, and County Judge Eleazar Cano credited Energy Transfer Partners, Congressman Will Hurd, and USDA’s John Perkins for helping make it happen.…
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Ready for take-off
A select group of six Marfa science students is getting ready to launch an experiment that’s literally out of this world. The fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students, called the…
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75th Livestock Show In The Books
The 75th Annual Big Bend Livestock Association Show broke all previous records with a grand total of $279,576 in sales. At the Alpine Civic Center on Saturday evening, sales…
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Court approves $100,000 for park
(We know the government shutdown is over but Brewster Co. was ready to help) Brewster County commissioners met on Jan. 9 and agreed to set aside $100,000 to help…
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Vaccine Airdrops to Combat Rabies Resume Along Border
The Texas Department of State Health Services’ successful Oral Rabies Vaccination Program resumes flights in its annual mission to control rabies in the state. This winter marks the 25th…
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Conservation Biology Chair Endowed at Borderlands Research Institute
ALPINE, Texas- Thanks to a $1 million gift, the Borderlands Research Institute (BRI) has endowed a Conservation Biology chair at Sul Ross State University. Dr. Patricia Moody Harveson has…
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Horned Lizards – A Texas Icon
Horned Lizards are the Texas state reptile. But what do we know about this Texas icon? Plump, armored, they’ve inspired multiple names. “Horny toad.” “Horned frog.” “Horned lizard” is the…
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Artist combines art with cheese
Incorporating the art of making cheese, along with offering local, fresh ingredients, is what Marfa Maid Dairy is all about. Owner and self-taught cheese maker Malinda Beeman, a native of…
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Lansford takes crown in Vegas
Sul Ross freshman Brandon Lansford made the most out of his appearance at the Junior National Finals Rodeo event in Las Vegas, Nevada this week. He won the Saddle Bronc…
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Sul Ross Biology professors discover new species
Although conducting scientific research and adding to their academic breadth and depth come naturally to many Sul Ross faculty members, two biology professors have risen to a whole new level…
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Mule Deer and Quail season now open in West Texas
General mule deer season is now open and runs thru December 9th, and hunters can look forward to an average harvest this year. Shawn Gray, Mule Deer and Pronghorn program…
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Cano prevails, bond passes
In Tuesday’s mid-term general election, Brewster County voters reelected Judge Eleazar Cano, and approved a $22.588 million school bond. Of 7,282 registered voters in the county, 4,144 cast ballots, for…
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Alpine veteran honors the deployed
For U.S. Army and Navy veteran Kevin Richardson, wearing a red t-shirt on Fridays is a simple yet meaningful way to honor members of the military who are currently deployed.…
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Bears a problem for communications
Brewster County Commissioners Court met and heard a request for new hand held radios from Sheriff Ronny Dodson. Dodson was looking to replace the old five-watt radios that have limited…
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Going west
The small town charm present in sparsely populated areas such as those found in the Big Bend region are characterized by a slower-paced way of life. Church socials, street dances,…
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Trustees approve school plans
The Alpine ISD Board of Trustees met on Sept. 19, and discussed Alpine Elementary School’s plan to set goals and achieve a higher score on its Texas Education Agency improvement…
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Airbnb booms in Brewster County
Brewster County topped out at number two of 177 rural-designated Texas counties in Airbnb earnings for the period Aug. 1, 2017 to Aug. 1, 2018, according to an Airbnb report.…
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Valentine’s Boyd Elder Dies at 74
Elder — who’s known for his work on several Eagle’s album covers, lived in Valentine, Texas, where he worked on his art out of an old barn. “Most fine artists have…
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Cattlewoman couture
Many folk from big cities tend to underestimate the slower-paced lifestyle inherent in the small rural towns spread across the Big Bend. Unencumbered by chain stores, five lane highways, and…
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Leadership training in the Big Bend
When it comes to learning to lead and developing key leadership skills, Leadership Big Bend offers that and much more. Founded in 1994, the mission of Leadership Big Bend is…
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Council tables two-way on 6th
The Alpine City Council met and decided to table an ordinance repealing the one-way designation on a portion of 6th Street. Repealing the ordinance would make 6th Street between Avenue…
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Big Bend National Park Seeks Comments on Exotic Plant Management
The National Park Service (NPS) requests public comments on a plan to manage exotic, non-native plants in Big Bend National Park (Park). The 30-day review and comment period for the…
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West Texas Field of Dreams
ALPINE -- Kokernot Field in Alpine is a West Texas baseball cathedral. Built in 1947, the ballpark is older than every major league stadium except Boston’s Fenway Park and Chicago’s Wrigley…
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Sul Ross expands international program
The International Studies program at Sul Ross State University is growing in global leaps and bounds thanks to the leadership and dedication of Dr. Esther Rumsey. The Director of International…
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Veteran Park Service leader, named superintendent of Big Bend National Park
Robert “Bob” Krumenaker, a veteran National Park Service (NPS) superintendent experienced in natural resource management, has been named superintendent of Big Bend National Park by NPS Intermountain Region Director Sue…
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What’s up in Terlingua?
If many Terlingua/Study Butte residents have their way, what’s up won’t be two new, externally lit, 270-foot-tall telecommunications towers. Three notices were released, informing the public that applications were under…
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Marathon sisters headed to Nationals
Two sisters from Marathon have qualified to compete for a championship title, prize money, and scholarships from the National High School Rodeo Association and National Junior High School Rodeo Association.…
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Photographing the dark skies
It is no secret that the Big Bend area of Texas is a stargazer’s paradise, with spectacular skies and star-splashed nights. “A friend and I drove 1,300 miles to get…
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A practitioner of the people
Dr. James Luecke is a board certified family practitioner that works out of Fort Davis and also has an office in Alpine. With over 34 years’ experience as a family…
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Walking on Sunshine
Sunshine House, Inc. is a charitable, non-profit organization that has proudly served hard-pressed citizens of Alpine for nearly four decades. Working tirelessly each day to sustain a hunger-free, healthy community,…
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High school musicians head to State
Two Alpine High School students and Texas country musicians, Cooper Estepp and Kaleb Crump, are headed to the FFA State competition in Fort Worth on July 9-13. Doug Fox, the…
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Not so ancient history
In today’s digital age, it’s nice to know there are secret havens piled with the tattered brown pages of much-loved books and a history largely unknown to most people. And…
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Have a Crystal ball
Small town life isn’t for everyone. It seems some big-city dwellers often enjoy the fast-paced sense of urgency, mania, and chaos only offered by urban areas with six-digit populations. Others,…
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A wing and a prayer
It’s a curious phenomenon that the Big Bend region of Texas serves as the backdrop for so many films. Perhaps it’s the beautiful desolation of the rolling dessert, or horizon…
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City stays within budget
Alpine Finance Director Megan Antrim said, “Financially we are looking good even though we are not bringing the revenue from some of the departments like we thought we would. The…
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Five years of growth for Boquillas
The road less traveled leads to Boquillas del Carmen, Coahuila De Zaragoza, Mexico, one of Mexico’s most remote northern outposts and a little-known destination for U.S. travelers to Big Bend…
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TxDOT seeks community input
A good crowd turned out at the Alpine Civic Center on May 14 to learn about a Texas Department of Transportation two-year study examining the U.S. Highway 67 corridor from…
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Swedish architecture featured in Marfa
Vilis Inde, owner of Inde/Jacobs Gallery in Marfa, loves to talk about his unique art installation in Marfa. His trendy gallery is a white stucco building inspired by Donald Judd’s…
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Alpine rain-catching garden wins state award
ALPINE – The George Mills Memorial Rain Garden in Alpine last week received a Texas Water Development Board Texas Rain Catcher Award in the Educational/Government – Civic category for its…
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Dark sky week is celebrated
In a society permeated with the ever-growing and rapidly paced development of commercialism, infrastructure and endless technology, there are less-obvious facets of the impacts on the planet than what most…
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Peace Corps volunteers settle in Alpine
Peace Corps volunteers embody grit, not just for serving overseas for 27 months in often very unstructured situations, but for remaining quietly optimistic while doing so. This type of resolve…
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Homeward Bound saves pets’ lives
In 2012 Merilyn McGhee made a life-changing trip to Arlington to adopt a pit bull mix who was scheduled to be euthanized. This trip ignited the spark that fueled her…
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Alpine Volunteer Fire Department Assessment
Executive Summary: AVFD does a good job at providing services to the community with weather personnel, apparatus and capabilities. AVFD has not had any major loss of life or property…
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Trost architecture defines Southwest
In March 1928, the Alpine Avalanche reported on the newly built Holland Hotel with a headline that read, “Alpine’s $250,000 Hotel Opened to the Public.” The article described the hotel’s…
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New brewery set to open in Marathon
Amid the brilliant oranges, pinks, and blues, and under one of the best views of the Milky Way outside McDonald Observatory, the thick, rich scents of house-smoked barbecue and micro-brewed…
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Judd Foundation launches public program featuring visiting scholars
MARFA – Judd Foundation is pleased to announce a new public program in partnership with Marfa Book Co. The series is an opportunity for scholars conducting research in the Judd…
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Medical Center looks forward in 2018
Big Bend Regional Medical Center CEO Diane Moore was very happy with the hospital’s performance in 2017, but she has even loftier goals in sight for 2018. “I’m very happy…
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Luecke takes Citizen of the Year
Dr. James Luecke received the Benjamin Berkeley Award for Citizen of the Year at the Feb. 16th Alpine Chamber of Commerce banquet held at the University Center on the Sul…
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Oasis provides exceptional care in West Texas
Walking into Oasis Tire on U.S. Highway 90, customers are greeted with a friendly smile and quality customer service. Unlike big city tire shops, Oasis provides customer care that exemplifies…
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Heart of the Arts most successful yet
The Alpine Downtown Association said Monday that Saturday’s Heart of the Arts event in the downtown business district was its most successful promotion to date. Partially funded by the city…
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Photography and verse at Museum of the Big Bend
ALPINE – Photographs of the Continental Divide from Alaska to Chiapas, Mexico, alongside poems by 39 poets from Texas and New Mexico, will be on exhibition at the Museum of…
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Big Bend Telephone focused on better service for West Texas
“If you’re a company with less than 100,000 subscribers, you had problems with net-neutrality, and you can have problems without,” Big Bend Telephone's General Manager and Chief Operating Officer Russell…
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Nothing beats the local bookstore
Front Street Books owner Jean Hardy-Pittman is originally from Houston but visited the Big Bend National Park as a kid in 1954. West Texas made such an impression on her…
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Hereford is king at o6
Chris Lacy has Hereford in his blood. From the time his ancestors registered the o6 brand in 1872 until today, Hereford cattle have been the cornerstone of the o6 Ranch…
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Big Bend State Park Ranger works hard to protect starry skies
“This is a really hard thing to get,” beamed Big Bend State Park Interpreter-Ranger Amber Harrison, referring to the hard-won International Dark Skies status recently bestowed upon the park. It…
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Big Bend Brewing Company celebrates five years
“Alpine is an amazing place. It's the gateway to Big Bend National Park, one of the most of the most beautiful places in the county. It's the home of Sul…
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Alpine woodworker delivers style, detail to Big Bend
Custom Woodworks of Alpine owner Nate Harris has been working with wood for 30 years. He brought his talent for restoration and custom cabinetry to the Big Bend area 21…
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New county agent brings fresh ideas to Brewster and Jeff Davis Counties
Kloey Painter started as the new AgriLife extension agent for Brewster and Jeff Davis counties. She moved here from Throckmorton County where she was the Agrilife extension agent for 14…
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First Flight services explained
First Flight Medical Air Ambulance presented information about its membership program for air and ground transport services at the Nov. 7 meeting of Alpine City Council. In addition to Alpine,…
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Alpine attorney served and respects
Alpine attorney Bob Steele has the deepest respect for those who serve in the military. “Veterans Day is a day of remembrance for me. I remember all the guys I…
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Two declare candidacy in primary
Democratic incumbent Judge Eleazar Cano decided to run for a second term, saying, “Public service is a calling. Those who talk themselves out of it are ultimately doing a disservice…
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Postmaster prepares for holiday season
With the holidays approaching, Alpine’s post office workers and Postmaster Teresa Simmerman are preparing for the busy mail and package season. Simmerman has served as postmaster since February 2014. She…
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Elections underway in Brewster County
Although there are no candidate races on the Nov. 7 special election ballot for Brewster County, voters will have a say in seven constitutional amendments introduced by the 85th Legislature.…
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Caboose on track for renovations
The bay window caboose located across from the Amtrak station and behind Railroad Park is undergoing a facelift thanks to a partnership between City of Alpine and Brewster County residents…
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Jessica Garza to be next Alpine city manager
Jessica Garza was selected by the Alpine City Council to be the Alpine City Manager. She accepted the position effective Dec. 1. Jessica comes to Alpine with almost 20 years…
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Lady Bucks Crowned District Champs
The Alpine High Lady Bucks Varsity volleyball team - are crowned district champions. The Lady Bucks took on the Crane Lady Birds in the Buck gym for the Senior Day…
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Museum of Big Bend honors Micallef family for longstanding support
ALPINE – Al and Jane Micallef and family, Fort Worth, Weatherford, Los Angeles and Alpine, were honored for their longstanding benevolence by the Museum of the Big Bend and Sul…
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Lambrix back as county EMC
At the Brewster County Commissioners court meeting, commissioners approved David Lambrix as the county emergency management coordinator effective Aug. 28. Lambrix had resigned from that same position on May 2,…
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Wine from Alpine grapes
Over 60 people trekked to Alpine from the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex to help with the grape harvest for their favorite winery, Times Ten Cellars. Times Ten Cellars has locations in…
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Mustangs take over Big Bend
As they do each fall, Mustangs will once again roar through the Big Bend, bringing 1960s-era Cobras, souped-up Shelbys, and Ford rarities to the normally quiet roadways of Brewster County.…
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Serving up good through coffee
Through philanthropy and conscientious business models, Big Bend Coffee Roasters has been serving the Big Bend region much more than coffee. Owner and Master Roaster Joe Williams started Big Bend…
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Gist family gift to establish foundation quarter horse program at Sul Ross ($15 Million Dollar Endowment)
For nearly 40 years, the Gist family of Midland has preserved Foundation Bloodlines critical to the development of the modern Quarter Horse. Founded by the late breeding trailblazer, Fred G.…
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Glider business soars in Marfa
Marfa Gliders, owned and operated by Burt Compton, opened in 2003, but he has been flying since he was a little boy. Growing up in an aviation family in Miami,…
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Cherishing cowboy heritage with spurs
Russ Quiett comes from a long line of antique collectors. He works with his mom, Suze, at the Cheshire Cat in Alpine, and she grew up with her father who…
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Camp founder’s granddaughter attends her 100th
Bloys Campmeeting was established in 1890 and meets each August for worship and fellowship on the outskirts of Fort Davis. Founded by Presbyterian minister Rev. W.B. Bloys, he originally preached…
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Dr. Eric Koch brings surgical skills to Alpine
Dr. Eric Koch, MD, General Surgeon, has joined Big Bend Surgical Associates at Big Bend Regional Medical Center in Alpine. As a general surgeon, Koch can perform skin and soft…
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Citizen participation leads way to city’s growth
The Alpine city council heard highlights from the June 21 Vision Plan meeting, and passed a resolution to support retaining Alpine’s Amtrak services at its regular meeting on July 6.…
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Sul Ross, Mexico agree to work on historic border projects
MEXICO CITY — A new era of discovery and collaboration between the United State and Mexico has commenced with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the Center for…
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Craftsman by day, musician by night
“I couldn’t imagine doing something where you sit at a desk. I could never work at a bank,” Leather Craftsman Steve Martinez said as he dressed the edges of medallion-sized…
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Southwestern jewelry forged the Randy Glover way
Randy Glover has been in the Big Bend since the 1970s. He moved here to concentrate on horsemanship at Sul Ross State University, has worked on ranches all over the…
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Educational garden beautifies 5th Street
Will Juett’s hard work is finally paying off. The corner of 5th and Hendryx streets transformed from patchy lawn to native plant display under his direction over the past few years.…
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County, city, library receive gifts from pipeline
Brewster County, the City of Alpine, and the Alpine Public Library all received six-figure gifts from Trans-Pecos Pipeline LLC. On June 12, all three entities announced the donations, ranging from…
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Golf course tees-off for 70th year
The parking lot was full at Alpine Country Club on Memorial Day. Dozens of friends and family had gathered to tee-off for the annual hully gully social tournament. Club board…
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TPWD promotes Dark Skies
Night skies are fading and natural darkness is disappearing. An estimated 80 percent of Americans have never seen the Milky Way. The culprit: the growing glow of artificial lights. Sierra…
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AISD receives wealthy district status
Darrell Dodds, Assistant Superintendant said AISD was recently designated as a property wealthy district, changing its designation from chapter 42 to chapter 41. The designation is determined by how much…
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Bands across the water
The border dissolved for a day as hundreds converged to hear bands play from stages set up on both sides of the Rio Grande near Lajitas at the Voices from…
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Far Flung turns 40
Far Flung Adventures, Big Bend’s first river outfitter, turns 40 this year. The occasion is a milestone for outdoor tourism, which has grown to include over half a dozen outfitters…
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Fender honors Alpine guitar maker – Our Friend – Michael Stevens
Alpine has quietly harbored a master guitar builder since 1990, when Michael Stevens came to town. But this year Stevens took the spotlight, as Fender Musical Instruments Corporation kicked off…
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Chili plant under construction in Presidio
The company chose to relocate its Arizona facility to Presidio in response to a prospering relationship with chili growers at El Oasis, an agricultural community of Mennonites west of Chihuahua…
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McDonald Observatory unveils $40 million upgrade
McDONALD OBSERVATORY – The Hobby-Eberly Telescope (HET) at McDonald Observatory is back in business after a nine-year, $40 million upgrade, which has, in essence, turned the 10-meter telescope into a…
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Alpine Middle school student headed to Harvard
Ashton Dean Skidgell, daughter of Tonya Tiday and Marcus Skidgell, will represent the Alpine community at the Harvard University Ambassador Leadership Summit this summer. Skidgell is currently an eighth grader…
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City will operate Visitor Center
More than 25 residents attended Tuesday’s regular Alpine City Council meeting, and several made comments about zoning proposals and possible changes to the city’s Visitor Center. http://www.alpineavalanche.com/news/article_be286c14-0f3c-11e7-b415-c7787d54bd65.html
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Marfans want solitude in Chinati Mountains State Natural Area
MARFA — Minimal development and infrastructure seemed to be the consensus input from Marfa and area residents at the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s first public meeting about the future…
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Forests in the desert
“We tend to think of forests as what’s in the Davis or Chisos Mountains, but in reality, if you look at all the trees in Alpine as a whole, it’s…
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Sunshine House gets new facility
Sunshine House, an Alpine mainstay for senior citizens and the homebound and disabled, is moving from its current location on East Sul Ross Avenue to the building previously occupied by…
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Sul Ross’ Powers wins All-Around Cowboy
Sul Ross State University rodeo standout Sam Powers, Sonora, won all-around cowboy honors at the first-ever San Antonio College Showdown, held Sunday, Feb. 12, in conjunction with the San Antonio…
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Big Bend Brewery’s commitment to Alpine
“We’re not closing shop,” said Big Bend Brewery External Relations Officer Tony Drewry. With recent news of the brewery’s expansion set to happen this year at a new location in…
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Million Dollar Lotto Ticket sold in Alpine
ALPINE, TX – Jeff Davis County Commissioner Jody Adams of Fort Davis won a cool $1 million, coming within a heartbeat of winning the $206 million Powerball jackpot in the…
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Alpine, TX hires new City Secretary
The city finally has a new secretary after previous attempts to fill the position fell through. Two candidates were interviewed, and Alpine resident Kalea Cotton was chosen for the position…
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Big Bend National Park fossil discovery exhibit now open
On Jan. 14, more than 100 people attended the grand opening of Big Bend National Park’s new Fossil Discovery Exhibit, including representatives from Mexico’s Natural Protected Areas bordering the park…
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Court addresses Sunny Glen evacuation
At its regular meeting Jan. 10, newly-elected Commissioner, Pct. 1, Betse Esparza suggested forming an evacuation plan for Sunny Glen residents. “They’ve asked for a plan, and I think we…
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Local is best for grassland restoration
Colin Shackelford, a West Texas Native Plant Specialist with the Trans-Pecos Native Plant Initiative, is creating solutions for landowners who want to see real grassland rehabilitation results. To do this,…
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Noble Energy to acquire Clayton Williams Energy for $2.7B
Clayton W. Williams, Jr., Chairman and CEO of Clayton Williams Energy, stated, "I am very proud of the company we have built over the past 25 years and I am pleased…
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ICU opens at Medical Center
With the recent opening of an intensive care unit at Big Bend Regional Medical Center, some Tri-County patients can now receive appropriate care locally and save themselves flights to hospitals…
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Sheriff secures contract with DOJ
Sheriff Ronny Dodson has secured a five-year contract with the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Marshals Service, for housing federal prisoners in the county jail at a $65 per prisoner…
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City presents end of year report
City Manager Erik Zimmer praised the community for its dedication to Keep Alpine Beautiful projects and city recycling efforts, and said that community members routinely show up in numbers to…
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Brewster County purchases 12 new computers
BREWSTER COUNTY -- Brewster County received 12 brand new computers in an effort to be better prepared for emergency situations. According to Brewster County Emergency Coordinator David Lambrix, the three laptops they had…
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Dennis Yancy appointed new Veterans Services Officer
The Texas Veterans Portal connects veterans, their families, and caregivers to the benefits and services earned through their military service. It has a new, user-friendly interface, and can be found…
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Pronghorn making dramatic recovery in Trans Pecos
Trans Pecos pronghorn have made the news a lot lately, largely because the charismatic animals have staged a dramatic comeback from historic lows reached just a few years ago. Unique…
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Restoration of Alpine’s historic Hotel Ritchey is underway
Built in 1886, this historic Texas landmark stands on Murphy Street, in the heart of the oldest neighborhood in Alpine. Though shuttered over four decades, a few years ago, builder…
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Local Artist featured in Texas Highways
“When I moved back to Texas in 1968, everybody thought I was crazy. You had to live in New York or Los Angeles or nobody would know you’re alive,” says…
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Dark skies make bright stars
Representatives from Big Bend Ranch State Park and the Big Bend Conservation Alliance hosted a dark skies presentation at the Starlight Theatre in Terlingua. The program included an update on…
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Bike Marfa brings fun way to see the town
MARFA – Bike Marfa has hit the streets of town, offering 14 bicycles to rent at two locations, the Hotel Paisano and Marfa Public Radio. For Design Marfa co-founder Buck…
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National Park closes a few trails to protect bear population and hikers
“Bears are an important Big Bend resource, and visitors particularly enjoy the opportunity to see them. However, during this period of the year, the added presence of camper food and…
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Apache drilling won’t hurt Balmorhea springs
BALMORHEA – State park officials don’t believe oil drilling around this small West Texas town would contaminate or deplete the region’s famous artesian springs. Officials said they have “no evidence…
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Hospital CEO eyes expanded services
Diane Moore aims to raise the hospital’s star rating. She explained that CMMS rates every hospital in the country with one to five stars based on patient surveys and including…
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Sul Ross retail market a hidden gem
One of Alpine’s best kept secrets can be found on the campus of Sul Ross State University - the Sul Ross Meat Lab and Retail Store, located in the Turner…
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School district lowers proposed tax rate
In a complicated financial overview, Dodds explained that the district’s fiscal year 2016-2017 proposed tax rate was $1.246 per $100 valuation, compared with last year’s $1.251. That would result in…
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Regional eldercare facility makes progress
ALPINE – The long, torturous road to establishing a tri-county skilled care facility for elderly citizen of Brewster, Presidio and Jeff Davis counties has taken a major step toward reality…
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Congressman Will Hurd visits Alpine
Representative Will Hurd, spoke to a group of about 50 citizens in attendance at the Alpine stop in his “DQ 22” tour of his district which covers a large portion…
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Reata Ropes Us In Again
When your sister company makes the local paper I have to brag (click image below to enlarge): www.reata.net/alpine/
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Viva Big Bend called a great success
At the Aug. 16 regular Alpine city council meeting, Director of Tourism Stewart Ramser said Viva Big Bend results showed great success for businesses throughout the area. According to Ramser,…
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Made-in-Marfa TV show premiered
MARFA – The TV pilot filmed in Marfa this summer began streaming Aug. 18th on Amazon Video. “I Love Dick,” starring Kevin Bacon, Kathryn Hahn and Griffin Dunne, is available…
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Print shop celebrates six years
Printco recently celebrated an exciting milestone—its sixth anniversary doing business in Alpine. The company first opened shop on Aug. 2, 2010, and ever since, Joe Esparza, Printco’s founder and owner,…
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Oasis in Brewster County
When living in the largest desert in North America, where can a body go to hear wind rustling through leaves while contemplating life at water’s edge? This shady haven does…
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Commissioners have budgets and tourism on their minds
As part of a budget request presentation by Brewster County Tourism Council, Tourism Director Robert Alvarez reported on highlights from the past year. The council invited journalists and tour operators…
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Arts Council serves tri-county area
Promoting Big Bend artists and their creations is the mission of the Big Bend Arts Council, but the group also works to encourage community interest in the arts and share…
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AISD getting in gear for a new school year
With new hires under contract and summer improvements underway, Alpine Independent School District is gearing up for the 2016-2017 school year. “We started planning the new year on day one…
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Signs of Brewster County times
Imagine driving across the dramatic Big Bend landscape, and traveling backwards through time. Well, the Brewster County Tourism Council’s Big Bend Snapshot program allows just that. The council is placing…
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Chili Plant Construction Begins
PRESIDIO — Construction of a chili processing plant in Presidio started this week, and the company hired to build it has purchased their own piece of town. The new plant…
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Enthusiasm Overflows at Alpine Chamber
Executive Director Kalea Cotton noted the chamber now had 229 members, and had averaged four new members a month from January through April. “The word is getting out, and we…
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Tourism Flourishes
It’s been a great year for tourism in the Big Bend region, with visitor numbers up at area parks and surrounding businesses. “Visitation has been astronomical this year,” said Brewster…
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Alpine makes Top Twenty Best Small Towns to visit in 2016
Whether it’s the mild climate, scenic views, amazing sunsets or the down home atmosphere, Alpine offers this and more for visitors and those looking for the perfect town in which…
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Blue Origin provides tours for West Texas high schools
Thanks to the efforts of U.S. Congressional Dist. 23 Rep. Will Hurd, Blue Origin and Birth2Work, over 120 West Texas high school science, technology, engineering and math students are visiting…
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Parks create $36 million in area economic benefits
FAR WEST TEXAS – A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that over 437,000 visitors to the two NPS units in the tri-county area in 2015 spent more than…
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Huffington Post Makes It To Big Bend
From solo backpacking to family travels, Big Bend has something to offer to all of us! I highly recommend a trip to the Big Bend in Texas, more so this…
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Kyle Petty Charity Ride Coming to Lajitas
The Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America is an 10-day motorcycle ride through various cities nationwide. Participants log more than 3,000 miles (4,800 km) annually. Since the Ride began in 1995, more…
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AISD attendance remains strong
Superintendent Becky Watley told trustees at their meeting that anything more than 95 percent is considered good and Alpine ISD has consistently scored in that range lately. http://www.alpineavalanche.com/news/article_a79a7fc0-f6bd-11e5-a3c0-8b9b38ecbf54.html
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Audit shows city ‘in the black’
The city of Alpine operated within its budget last year, drawing praise from the external auditors. “I’m very pleased with the progress you have made getting into the black,” said…
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JTM Newspaper purchases Alpine Avalanche
JTM Newspapers has purchased the assets of the Alpine Avalanche. JTM is owned by JT Maroney and his wife, Shelley. Maroney got his start working in the newspaper business in…
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4/2/2016, 4/9/2016, 4/16/2016 and 4/30/2016
Meet at the Davis Mountains State Park HQ building and follow a ranger to an easy trail where we will find out which birds are making the park their home or…
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April 2016 Calendar of Events at McDonald Observatory
From daytime solar viewing to nighttime star parties along with special viewing nights find the complete schedule at the link below along with hours of operation https://mcdonaldobservatory.org/calendar
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NFL Foundation honors Bake Turner
Bake Turner, a 1958 Alpine High School graduate who went on to play for the New York Jets in Super Bowl III, presented a gold football to his alma mater.…
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Local yogi opens studio
A new yoga studio has opened upstairs at the Granada Theatre. Mary Mois offers yoga lessons under the name Texas Mountain Yoga. Mois recently got her 200-hour teacher certification from…
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Bridge expansion and Chili plant – More Growth for West Texas Area
Brad Newton, executive director of the Presidio Municipal Development District, said this week that the Texas Transportation Commission has approved funding for a new, four-lane international bridge between Presidio…
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Commissioners support ‘Dark Skies’
Brewster County Commissioners will require a permit for construction lighting used between “astrological dusk and dawn” to help prevent nighttime light and noise near residential areas. The commissioners unanimously approved…
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4/15/2016 – 4/17/2016 Alpine Gem and Mineral Show
“Big Agates”: the 27th Annual Alpine Gem and Mineral Show, at the Alpine Civic Center. Featuring Big Bend Agates, plus specimens from around the world. Free Admission, Door Prizes, Demonstrations. http://www.moonlightgemstones.com/Gemshow.html
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March 2016 Calendar of Events at McDonald Observatory
From daytime solar viewing to nighttime star parties along with special viewing nights find the complete schedule at the link below along with hours of operation https://mcdonaldobservatory.org/calendar
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Come & Take It BBQ now open
The new Come & Take It BBQ in Alpine surprised its owners with a big crowd all three days of its unannounced opening Feb. 12-14. Owner Jenny Turner said people…
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Dumas steps down as chamber president
Dave Dumas has stepped down as president of the Alpine Chamber of Commerce saying his business interests do not give him the time to devote to the chamber. He is…
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Ramada gets facelift
The Ramada Inn in west Alpine closed last year and, in its place, the Quarter Circle 7 Hotel is taking shape. Chance and Katherine Sullivan Parker are doing a major…
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District tapped to run new health program
The hospital district board voted to approve $10,000 in “seed money” to help pay start-up expenses and Texas’ Dept. of State Health Services is funding the project with $25,000. Haley…
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04/14/16 – 04/16/2016 – 30th Annual Trappings of Texas
Custom Gear / Western Art Exhibit & Sale. For the past 30 years, the Museum of the Big Bend has exhibited some of the very best cowboy gear and fine…
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04/02/16 – Sierra La Rana private Star Party
If you would like to attend this Star Party as our guest please contact dave@sierralarana.com or call Dave at 866-757-2382…telescopes welcome, electricity furnished and millions of stars up above. https://www.sierralarana.com/activities/star-gazing-dark-skies/
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02/26/16 – 02/27/16 Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering
The Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering is a two-day event celebrating the oral tradition of the working cowboy in poetry, stories, and music. Enjoy more than 50 performers in the classrooms…
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February 2016 Calendar of Events at McDonald Observatory
From solar viewing to star parties along with special viewing nights find the complete schedule at the link below along with hours of operation. Click on the link below to…
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Uncles to build new Alpine store
The Uncle’s Convenience Store and Alon filling station at 2705 E. Highway 90 in Alpine is gone. Workers began tearing the building down on Jan. 14 and were finished by…
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Mexican tours back on agenda
The fear of violence from drug cartels has waned in the last two years and Alpine tour coordinator Jim Glendinning plans four tours to Mexico this year. The Copper Canyon…
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Church buys former nursing home
It’s been four years almost to the day since Alpine Valley Care Center closed its doors, leaving the region without a nursing home. Grace Christian Church at 801 E. Brown…
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Reata to close for repairs
The popular Reata Restaurant will close for about a month after business Saturday, mostly for kitchen repairs. “We will try to reopen Friday, Feb. 12, and be open the 13th…
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4/14/16 – 4/16/16 – 30th Annual Trappings of Texas
Custom Gear / Western Art Exhibit & Sale. For the past 30 years, the Museum of the Big Bend has exhibited some of the very best cowboy gear and fine…
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2/26/16 – 2/27/16 Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering
The Texas Cowboy Poetry Gathering is a two-day event celebrating the oral tradition of the working cowboy in poetry, stories, and music. Enjoy more than 50 performers in the classrooms…
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January 2016 Calendar of Events at McDonald Observatory
From solar viewing to star parties along with special viewing nights find the complete schedule at the link below along with hours of operation. http://mcdonaldobservatory.org/calendar/2016-01
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1/01/16 – Mile High First Day Hikes! Davis Mt. State Park
Two Options: 10:00am- We'll take a big hike up the Old CCC Trail to the scenic lookout at the top of Skyline Drive. Approximately 2 hours, 4 miles. 3:00pm- Meet…
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Hospital district helps fund ground ambulance service
Patients who need a level of health care beyond what Big Bend Regional Medical Center provides now can travel out of the area by ground ambulance. The option potentially saves…
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Dodson running for fifth term
Sheriff Ronny Dodson, who has served in his office since 2001, is seeking re-election to a fifth term in the March 1 Democratic Primary. A fifth-generation Brewster County resident who…
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Alpine native designs door art for driverless cars
AUSTIN – Design artist Annette Neu of Austin, a native of Alpine, has designed door art for Google’s driverless cars, which it is developing and testing in Austin. Google…
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Alvarez named new tourism director
Alvarez named new tourism director Robert Alvarez, executive director of the Fort Davis Chamber of Commerce, will be the new Brewster County tourism director beginning Jan. 1. Brewster County Commissioners…
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Sales tax receipts remain strong
AUSTIN – Sales tax receipts delivered to Brewster County this month were still strong, up nearly 18 percent from the same period a year ago. http://www.alpineavalanche.com/news/article_3bc1bdc6-88dc-11e5-935c-4706bf9fbd05.html
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High-end furniture store planned
The long-vacant Smith Furniture building at the northwest corner of 5th Street and Avenue E has a new owner. Brad Obbink of Alpine said that he plans to remodel the…
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Fly-in attracts visitors from afar
TAURUS MESA – Visitors to George Vose’s third fly-in here Sunday came from as far away as Berlin, Germany; Yarm, England; and Homer, Alaska. http://www.alpineavalanche.com/news/article_4785f29e-7856-11e5-8e99-23c03c828a1d.html
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Safety of Owning Texas Land
“What I like about land is I can drive out and check on it,” Perot, 57, with a net worth of $2.1 billion on the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, said last month…
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Nov. 27th Fireside Chat at the Indian Lodge
Get comfortable next to the fire in the historic Indian Lodge Lobby and enjoy stories, games, and entertainment in the tradition of Franklin Delano Roosevelt's radio program during his 1930s…
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Nov. 28th Davis Mt. State Park/Guided Hike on the Montezuma Quail Trail
Bring water, and wear sturdy shoes as the trail is rocky and steep in places. Join a ranger at the bird blind on the main park road and learn about…
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November 5 – 7, 2015 Terlingua International Chili Championship & The Annual Frank Tolbert-Wick Fowler Chili Cook-Off
Yes, there are two Chili Cook-Offs at the same time!! Both Cook Offs include 3 days of music, fun and of course, chili, near Historic Terlingua Ghostown. The 49th annual Terlingua…
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Grant to launch Alpine Airport repairs
The Texas Department of Transportation announced a $265,000 grant this week to provide 90 percent funding for engineering and design work for apron and taxiway improvements at Alpine Casparis Municipal…
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Banquet Speaker: Miguel Angel Mazarambroz, Ambassador of Spain
Every fall the Center for Big Bend Studies hosts a two-day conference in the Morgan University Center on the campus of Sul Ross State University. This year it will be…
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Mural takes shape on Holland
The third official Artwalk mural on the west wall of the old Alpine Lumber Co. building will be done long before the Nov. 20 and 21 event, Cleburne artist Stylle…
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New store to open next month on Holland
Fawn Kibbe said that she leased 6,000 square feet in the eastern half of the old J.C. Penney store at Holland Avenue and 5th Street in the heart of downtown…
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Bikeshare program comes to Marfa streets
Design Marfa’s bikeshare program is almost ready to hit the streets. A total of 14 bikes will be located at Marfa Public Radio and the Hotel Paisano. http://bigbendnow.com/2015/09/bikeshare-program-comes-to-marfa-streets/
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D.A.R.E officers on both sides of border work together toward common goal
Two D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) officers—one from Pecos and another from Ojinaga, Mexico—met at the Presidio-Ojinaga Port of Entry, and demonstrated the kind of collaboration and support that often…
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Brewster County balances budget
Brewster County balances budget Brewster County officials have posted a balanced budget on the county website. County Judge Eleazar Cano presented a preliminary budget for discussion purposes on Aug. 25…
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Skilled nursing facility again in the works
A new effort is underway to secure a 72-bed skilled nursing facility in Alpine to serve the three-county Big Bend region. Volunteer consultant Jim McDonald of Alpine said that this…
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Shopko makes move to Alpine official
It’s been the worst-kept secret in town but Shopko Hometown of Green Bay, Wisconsin, made it official on Monday. It plans to open a new store at 2500 E. Highway…
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Hospital district won’t raise taxes
The Big Bend Regional Hospital District is proposing holding its tax rate at the current level for 2016. At 12.15 cents per $100 valuation, the board still expects to raise…
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2015 Shooting Alpine Photo Contest
Free and open to the public, this annual contest is an opportunity for our visitors from near or far as well as local community members to showcase their photographs and…
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Preserving the Starry, Starry Night
28,000 square miles in West Texas works to preserve the night skies to keep this one of the best areas to have a ‘heavenly view’. More on the CBS Sunday…
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Shopko to Open In Alpine
“Shopko continues to grow, while maintaining our hometown feel in small to mid-sized city markets,” the ads state. “We serve our communities by providing distinctive name-brand & value apparel, home…
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Two more hotels coming to Marfa
More travel accommodations will be available to visitors as two new hotels are in the works for Marfa. The first step of clearing a lot for an offbeat hotel at…
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Artwalk announces featured artist
Sul Ross State University art professor Carol Fairlie is the featured artist for ARTWALK 2015. Her painting of the Holland Hotel will be used to promote the annual art festival,…
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Alpine to get new clinic
CEO Linda Molinar said the organization will open a clinic in Brewster County and will change the name to Family Health Services of West Texas. Molinar said she expects to…
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Deep in the heart of Big Bend National Park
Deep in the heart of Big Bend National Park There are many reasons to visit Big Bend, which seems to announce, in true Texas fashion: “No need to go anywhere…
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San Angelo Standard Times discovers Alpine
The seat of the largest county in Texas, Alpine serves as the regional hub for the 6,193 square miles of Brewster County. Its location gives it relatively easy access to…
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Mother Nature Network Discovers the Marfa Lights
Drive down an obscure portion of U.S. Route 90 in Texas, about 9 miles east of the city of Marfa, and you'll come to what's likely the only roadside viewing platform dedicated…
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Rockhounds converge on Alpine for gem show
Alpine's Civic Center once again filled up with a sparkling array of gems and jewelry, rocks and minerals and fossils. This is an annual event but for information in between…
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KVLF ownership change
The sale of Alpine radio stations KVLF-AM and KALP-FM is expected to close soon and the new owner said that he will make some changes. Martin Benevich, operator of Big…
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Event Center plans dusted off
A group formed to create an Event Center on about 10 acres of land on Texas Highway 118 across from Alpine Casparis Municipal Airport met in an effort to kick…
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Jahn buys Highland Drug
Jill Jahn of Alpine has bought Highland Drug, which has been serving the Big Bend for more than 50 years with Robert Soza as the owner and pharmacist in charge.…
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Alpine resident wins national literary award
Alpine resident and poet Larry D. Thomas’s most recent book, “The Goatherd,” has been awarded the 2015 Western Heritage Wrangler Award (literary/poetry book category) from the National Cowboy & Western…
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Cowboy poets tell stories of bad broncs and ranch romances
Bill Brooks, an organizer since the beginning, said Alpine's proven formula for delivering cowboy poetry will not be changing. "It's a family event and we don't deviate from that. It's…
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Air Service to Lajitas just months away
Resort Air Services, a scheduled charter operator here, began in November flying from Dallas Love Airport, Houston Hobby Airport and Austin Executive Airport to Lajitas, using a 30-seat, twin engine…
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Chihuahuan Desert Bike Fest; What Makes It So Special?
What makes this event so special are the people; the organizers carefully spinning plates on poles blowing in the wind; the State Park staff and Big Bend Trails Alliance volunteers…
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Spring Break 2015 Hours and Programs for McDonald Observatory
Spring Break for most Texas schools in 2015 is either March 7-14 or 14-21. To accommodate the high number of visitors we see during this peak period, the Frank Bash Visitors Center…
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Attendance grows at the Valentine party in Valentine, Texas
The third annual Big Bend Brewing Company Valentine’s Day event featured the debut of its seasonal beer, Pasión Peppermint Porter, and live music by Joe Ely Band, Mike and the…
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Craig Nance, new superintendent for McDonald Observatory speaks at Alpine Chamber of Commerce Banquet
Along with updates on the Observatory this event was used to kick off the City of Alpine working to become an ‘International Dark Sky Approved Community’. Sierra La Rana is…
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Sierra La Rana Resident’s daughter is student of the year
Grace Jahn, daughter of Shane and Jill Jahn of Alpine was named student of the year by the Alpine Chamber of Commerce. Shane is a border patrol agent, Jill a…
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Partially filmed in area, Linklater’s ‘Boyhood’ wins Golden Globes
Austin filmmaker Richard Linklater’s 12-year project, “Boyhood,” proved to be time well spent as it took home three awards, including Best Motion Picture, Drama, at this year’s Annual Golden Globes…
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Big Bend Livestock Show highlights the best of the best
The 2015 Big Bend Livestock Show and Sale was a huge success. Countless hours from volunteers made sure every detail was taken care of. Thank you to the FFA Advisors…
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Artwalk provides a great weekend for the 21st year.
From the kickoff Parade to the nighttime outdoor concerts and wall to wall art work….2014 Artwalk was a huge success. Featuring artists of every type and style the shops and…
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Author comes thru Alpine as he walks the length of the Texas-Mexico border
This walk by Mark Hainds of Andalusia, Alabama is going to be followed by a book that will focus on the communities, people and places along the border. You can…
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Stylle Read completes another wall mural
Amazing to watch as Stylle created another wall mural at the old Wool and Mohair by the rail road station. It’s worth a trip next year just to watch his…
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New Superintendent at McDonald Observatory starts this month.
Craig Nance will start as McDonald Observatory's Superintendent on January 5. Nance comes to McDonald from Arizona, where he has served as Director of The University of Arizona's Mount Graham…
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Alpine Resident Receives Lifetime Achievement Award for Amazing Botanical Contributions
Patty Manning was honored as one of the Texas most intrepid field botanists at the 2014 Texas Plant Conservation Conference in Austin. The award was given on behalf of the…
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Boquillas Crossing Boast Over 10,000 Visitors Since Re-opening
Mike Davidson reported that since reopening in April of this year over 10,000 visitors have made the trip without incident…not even a sprained ankle! This you-tube video gives you a…
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Good Friend of Sierra La Rana/CF Ranch named Brewster County Commissioner
George Johnson was named to fill a vacated County Commissioners seat by Brewster County Judge Kathy Killingsworth. He will be an asset to the county. http://bigbendgazette.com/2014/11/05/killingsworth-names-george-johnson-as-county-commissioner/
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New Leadership for Brewster County after November Elections
Brewster County County Judge Eleazar Cano (D) – 1704 Jerry Johnson (R) – 1216 County Commissioner, Pct. 2 Hugh Garrett (D) – 449 Joan Johnson (R) – 355 Justice of…
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McConaughey Drives Scenic Routes
Watch the new Lincoln commercials with Matthew McConaughey and notice the sceneryone of them was filmed in this area. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4lklnkk8SU
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Big Bend tops film awards
Friends of Big Bend is pleased to announce that the film “Big Bend: Life on the Edge” has won a Special Jury Award at this year’s WorldFest Houston. The film…
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Sul Ross Gets New President
ALPINE – Texas State University System Chancellor Brian McCall named William L. Kibler, Ph.D., sole finalist in the Sul Ross State University presidential search. Dr. Kibler, currently vice president for…
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Marathon2Marathon
Date: October 25, 2014 Time: 7:30am All registration fees include a free pasta dinner at the Gage Hotel on Friday night, free transportation to your race start line, a technical…
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Smoke in the Mountains Cabrito & BBQ Cook Off
Friday October 5th – Starting at 9am - You can just smell the "deliciousness" in the air! Two days of some of the best cooking teams in the West compete…
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Terlingua Preservation Society
Thursday, October 2 thru Sunday, October 5 Lajitas Resort in the Texas Big Bend Country Schedule of 2014 Activities Thursday, October 2 - We're Glad You're Here! Morning scenic cruise loop…
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West Fest
Marathon West Fest on Saturday, September 20, 2014 September 20th and 21st Come and join us for one of Marathon's most popular events, The West Fest Cabrito and BBQ Cookoff! This year's event…
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Frontier & Mule Days
September 26 – 27 Ft. Davis Frontier & Mule Days - An all mule rodeo, donkey adoption day, frontier parade and a western dance will fill the weekend with fun events…
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Marfa: Trans-Pecos Festival 2014
Friends of the Cosmos: the 8th Annual Trans-Pecos Festival of Music + Love is just around the bend. Thursday September 25 to Sunday September 28 A group of intrepid wanderers…
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Texas Highways Magazine and CBS Sunday
Daytime or Nighttime Alpine really is a great place to live and these two links just about cover it. First a great article in Texas Highways Magazine. Then CBS Sunday…
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Sierra la Rana Time-Lapse Photo – Curtis W. Callaway
The Time-Lapse photo in our July Sierra La Rana Newsletter, as seen below, was taken in late June by Curtis Callaway from a mid-elevation tract. Curtis is a visual artist…
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Coolest 4th of July Parade in Ft. Davis
What's Happening - A Quick Look... Thursday, July 3rd - Vendors set up (evening) Friday, July 4th - Coolest 5K & 1K Fun Run and Walk (8:15am) - Vendors open…
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July 4th Parade in Alpine
The Kiwanis Club of Alpine will host the annual July 4th Celebration. The parade will begin at 5:00 p.m. Line up will start at the Porter's Thriftway on 5th street…
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Marfa Film Festival 2014
Since 2007 the Marfa Film Festival has attracted talented filmmakers, international press, industry professionals, and attendees from around the world to a remote corner of far west Texas. Over 5…
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Insect Pollinators of the Northern Chihuahuan Desert Region
Lecturer: Cynthia McAllister Date: June 19, 2014 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: Sul Ross State University, Alpine, Lawrence Hall, Room 300 Honeybees are critical pollinators of crops for human food, and…
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2014 Spring/Summer THEATRE SEASON
SUMMER 2014 Theatre of the Big Bend 49th Season Into The Woods by James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim Directed by Gregory M. Schwab Musical Direction by Donald Callen Freed and…
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Big Bend Ranch State Park National Trails Day Hike
Take a guided hike at Big Bend Ranch State Park on June 7th and join with the rest of the Nation in celebration of “National Trails Day”. It will be…
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Big Bend Arts Council
Big Bend Arts Council, Inc This is a list of the art exhibits/shows for May. May 3 - "Arts in the Park" - 10am to 4pm at Railroad Park. "Clayworks…
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Texas Star Party
Texas Star Party May 25-June 1, 2014 – Prude Ranch near Ft Davis, TX The TSP schedule is arranged with the astronomer in mind, with nothing scheduled in the mornings.…
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Adventures in the Texas Mountains
Lecturer: Beth Nobles Date: May 22, 2014 Time: 7:00 p.m. Location: Sul Ross State University, Alpine, Lawrence Hall, Room 300 Texas Mountain Trail Executive Director, Beth Nobles, will offer an…
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Big Bend Open Road Race
April 23-26, 2014 If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to blaze across the wide expanses of West Texas at top speed, there’s a legal way to find…
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2014 Pronghorn Restoration News Release
News Release Media Contact: Steve Lightfoot 512-389-4701, steve.lightfoot@tpwd.texas.gov Feb. 7, 2014 Trans-Pecos Pronghorn Restoration Efforts Continue AUSTIN — The continuation of the Trans-Pecos Pronghorn Restoration Project progressed with another successful…
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