July 2022

For July 4th there was a store window near the courthouse on Highway 118 in Fort Davis displaying partisan posters. One falsely claimed a Mexican railroad going through Texas was moved to New Mexico due to the governor’s actions.

If you think Charlie Brown is not relevant, think again. He may be goofy but he does embody kindness, hope, and humanity. These qualities were throughout the Sul Ross production, “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at the Kokernot Outdoor Summer Theatre. A carpool of friends from Fort Davis went to see the performance on Sunday and we were not disappointed.

“And in your offspring shall all the nations of the earth be blessed.” I have a dear friend and mentor, A.B. Lamido, an Archbishop in the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion).

Sweet, sweet victory. That has been the anthem of the Alpine o6 Cowboys of late, and for good reason. As of July 9, the team is on a seven-game winning streak, and remains just three games back of the Garden City Wind for first place in the Mountain Division.

What activities were you involved in during your senior year? I did track and field, powerlifting, cross country, and color guard. Who was your most influential teacher or coach through high school? My most influential teacher was Mrs.

There is something in the air. Maybe you have noticed it too. Alpine is on the verge of transformation. Residents, entrepreneurs, city workers, and elected officials are focusing on ideas, creativity, and the needs of all citizens. New synergistic partnerships are being formed between the city, the university, the school district, and the county.

“Cause I’m leaving on a jet plane, Don’t know when I’ll be back again.” - Lyrics by John Denver Part of my love for old sayings came from listening to my grandfather when I was a kid. A favorite was his reply when asked for directions involving any degree of complication.

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 26th year, the tournament has raised $1.1 million for on-theground conservation work to acquire, restore, and enhance wildlife habitat.

Alpine has a new onestop gardening and plant store, and unique gift shop wrapped in one. Owned by the Killingsworth family, El Papalote welcomed customers on June 11, and has taken off since then .

Museum of the Big Bend commemorated a milestone in its new building construction with a Sign the Beam ceremony on July 13. The new complex, scheduled for completion in early 2023, will double the space of the museum, and include a temporary exhibit gallery, a rotating Tom Lea gallery, additional collection storage, and an interior event space with a connecting outdoor patio.