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September 2022
2022 Premier Artist Phil Epp
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Phil Epp was born in York, Nebraska, in 1946 and raised in rural Nebraska on a crop/cattle farm. Phil says he is strongly imprinted into the open spaces of the Great Plains where he was born and has spent most of his life. His unique paintings are filled with billowing cloud formations, windswept prairies and vast deserts.
We tell the story!
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The Museum of the Big Bend, located on the campus of Sul Ross State University, is your first stop as you begin your journey into Big Bend country. Housed in a 1936 Texas Centennial Memorial Museum building, the Museum of the Big Bend tells the unique story of Brewster, Jeff Davis and Presidio counties that make up the Big Bend region.
Harald“Harry”Mois
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Alpine, Texas, resident and beloved owner of Harry’s Tinaja, Harald “Harry” Mois, died at his home on Sept. 2.
Orlando Espinosa
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Orlando Espinosa, 67, of Pflugerville, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on Sept. 5, 2022, in his hometown of Alpine, Texas, at Big Bend Regional Hospital. As many of you know, Orlando was a devout Catholic, and prayed his rosary daily. Please pray for the repose of his soul.
Richard Glenn Allen
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Richard Glenn Allen, born Aug. 19, 1949, died Sept. 6, 2022, in his home in Marathon, Texas. Richard was an artist and an engineer, an inventor, and a dreamer - a true renaissance man. He spent his last years in quiet contemplation, and passed content
Staffing shortages impacting Alpine
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Staffing shortages across the nation and the state have posed significant problems for businesses struggling to find employees. Closer to home, business owners in Alpine are having a challenging time filling vacancies, whether in retail, restaurant, or other jobs that offer much needed services in the area.
We will never forget
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Delinquent HOT funds continue to spark interest
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Collecting delinquent hotel occupancy taxes was again prominent at the Brewster County Commissioners Court regularly scheduled meeting on Sept. 13. Commissioners heard a presentation by Austin attorney Justin Bragiel, general counsel of the Texas Hotel and Lodging Association, and Alpine attorney Rod Ponton spoke about enforcement options available to the county.
Sul Ross Rodeo Team looking for 10th national title
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The Sul Ross State University Rodeo Team is on a quest for its 10th title. In the history of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association, the team has claimed nine team national championships.
