June 2021

Praying the Scriptures

5 years ago By Deacon Nancy Antrim St. James’ Episcopal Church, Alpine

We pray. We read the scriptures. Praying the scriptures combines our praying and reading in a powerful way of communicating with God. Throughout the Old and New Testaments, we find instances of God’s people “praying the Word” by quoting Scripture in their prayers, particularly praying the Psalms.

Patrick “Trey” Anthony Ward

5 years ago By News Staff

“I am grateful for every precious moment life offers me. It allows me to see the miracle in each experience.” - Emmanuel Dagher Patrick “Trey” Anthony Ward, loving son, left us on June 4, 2021, to join his heavenly Father.

Ricardo “Richard” Villabo Portillo

5 years ago By News Staff

Ricardo “Richard” Villabo Portillo of Alpine, Texas, closed his eyes to his earthly home on June 19, 2021, with his beloved family by his side. A viewing will be held on Monday, June 28, 2021, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Ward named Grand Marshal

5 years ago By Roxanne Hill Staff Writer

The Grand Marshal for Alpine’s 2021 Fourth of July parade and fireworks celebration was recently announced, and Alpine Kiwanis Club honored resident and business owner Bob Ward with the title.

Bob Ward stands next to grandson Henry Branch from Houston. Courtesy photo

Abbott’s border wall receives cool reception in the Big Bend

5 years ago By Gail Diane Yovanovich Managing Editor

Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s recently announced border wall proposal received a cool reception from Big Bend politicians.

All Stars look forward to tournament

5 years ago By News Staff

Gabby Dominguez, Ailea Fierro, Isabella Shelton, and Isabella Lozano man the ticket desk at American Legion Post 79 in Alpine for the 12U softball All Stars hamburger dinner on June 18.

Hutchings takes bull riding crown

5 years ago By News Staff

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.

Sul Ross State University rodeo team member Tristen Hutchings on June 19 won the National Champion Bull Rider title at the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo.