November 2021

Amber Dawn Parr passed away suddenly on Oct. 28, 2021, in San Angelo, Texas.

With no state, congressional, or local races to top the ticket, Brewster County voters turned out in small numbers to answer eight ballot question about constitutional amendments proposed by the recent 87th Texas Legislative regular session.

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, Ward 2, Chris Rodriguez was absent.

It’s a fun time at Alpine Elementary School for Victoria Rios’ pre-k 3 class as the kiddos were all decked out in their Halloween costumes during the Alpine pumpkin patch and hay maze on Oct. 29. The Halloween themed event featured elementary school teachers and staff with costumes, and Sul Ross State University students helping out with the games. The event was sponsored by Porter’s Thriftway and Out West Feed. The Alpine Police Department was present to watch over the activities.

There’s truly no place like Texas when it comes to barbecue, and for one hip West Texas barbecue joint in Marfa, being named one of the best in the state by Texas Monthly magazine is a notable distinction.