March 2022

While reflecting back throughout my time in office, the media has been my constant companion. John Waters of the Big Bend Gazette accompanied me throughout my first campaign.

“So, do you need a new truck,” my friend asked? The question was not without merit. Nor was it unexpected.

Thank you to the community of Alpine and surrounding areas for your words of sympathy and kindness during our time of sorrow and sadness. For the calls, texts, cards, food, etc.

During the last years of the 1970s, we had a feckless U.S. president, a weak federal government, embassy attacks, foreign wars, environmental deceit, expensive gasoline, high inflation, shortage of goods, police hatred, violent riots, crime waves, increased murder, and much illegal drug use.

I want to congratulate my opponent in the recent election for Justice of the Peace. I have found my service to you for the last three years to be very rewarding. I believe I have made improvements in the office, and trust that my successor will be able to do the same.

Freddy C. Rubio passed away March 9, 2022, surrounded by his family in Fort Davis, Texas, at the age of 74 years.

Marathon Public Library is participating in the pilot phase of the Library Space Technology Network project.

We lament invasion and destruction of your land by cross-border foes Keep your bravery and resistance flowing before injustice and oppression Stand with resilience and determination for your loyal and frightened masses Raise your voices and your flag high above bombs, cruelty, and soldiers Though...

Alpine native Beryl P. Crowley of Austin has been selected as one of five recipients of the 2022 Texas Bar Foundation’s Outstanding 50 Year Lawyer Award.

While Big Bend residents share a keen sense of community, they also boast a culture expressed through appreciation of music. Joining in that legacy is the Big Bend Bluegrass Association.