February 2021

Everything will be fine

5 years ago By News Staff

“Everything will be fine when we have a vaccine.” How many times have you personally heard that statement, or even said it yourself? I always like to look at the facts we do know, and what we don’t know. The Food and Drug administration says, “An investigational drug can also be called an experimental drug, and is being studied to see if your disease or medical condition improves while taking it.”

Alpine patriot expecting federal charges

5 years ago By Gail Diane Yovanovich Managing Editor

Self-professed patriot Sean Watson, whose home on Sul Ross Avenue has attracted lots of attention in recent months, stands firm in his beliefs, and fully expects the FBI to come knocking at his door again.

Patriot Sean Watson stands in front of his home on Sul Ross Avenue in Alpine. Avalanche photo by Gail Diane Yovanovich

Alpine agency boosts jobs

5 years ago By Roxanne Hill Staff Writer

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. The Texas Workforce Commission, a state agency that oversees and provides workforce development services for employers and job seekers, is also a part of Texas Workforce Solutions, which has an office in Alpine.

Michael William O’Connor

5 years ago By News Staff

Michael William O’Connor was born Feb. 28, 1943, to Perry and Opal O’Connor in the Panama Canal Zone.

Michale Dean Peacock

5 years ago By News Staff

Michale Dean Peacock, 59, of Gorman, Texas, passed away Feb. 2, 2021, doing what he loved - ranching. He was born Aug. 3, 1961, in Breckenridge, Texas, to Dean and Joy (Trout) Peacock. He married his loving wife, Donna Lynn Maltby, on May 3, 2015, in Desdemona, Texas.

Eat your veggies - your fermented veggies

5 years ago By Savoring West Texas

What’s the deal with fermented vegetables? Fermented vegetables are beneficial for gut health. They add good bacteria to your gut, and this good bacteria helps to strengthen your immune system and regulate your appetite. A strong immune system is of utmost importance, in my humble opinion.

Non-profi t focuses on feline overpopulation

5 years ago By Roxanne Hill Staff Writer

When it comes to efficient and humane solutions to reduce the area’s feline overpopulation, Big Bend Pets is at the forefront, with the help of county resident Patsy Culver. She founded the nonprofit, tax-exempt organization in the fall of 2019.

Big Bend Pets Founder Patsy Culver. Courtesy photo

Funeral home builds new chapel

5 years ago By Roxanne Hill Staff Writer

Alpine Memorial Funeral Home will soon be offering a new chapel to better serve families, all while continuing to provide a lasting tribute and honor the legacy of departed loved ones. Two of the caring and experienced professionals at the funeral home are Funeral Director Joe Denham and Manager Larry Cordova.

Construction crews last week began work at the site of the new chapel at Alpine Memorial Funeral Home on Sul Ross Avenue. Courtesy photo

Gonzales introduces border security legislation

5 years ago By News Staff

U.S. Congressman, Dist. 23, Tony Gonzales on Feb. 4 unveiled the Security First Act, his first bill as a member of Congress.

Gonzales introduces border security legislation

Artwalk rescheduled again

5 years ago By News Staff

Originally rescheduled for late March this year, after much consideration, Alpine’s Gallery Night, Inc., Board of Directors has decided to reschedule Alpine’s 27th Artwalk for Nov. 19-20, with Tim Roberts as the honored artist.