July 2023

The 2020 Working Ranch Cowboy Association of the Year, Big Bend Ranch Rodeo kicks off its 2023 event on Friday night, August 11 at 7 p.m. at the Sul Ross SALE Arena. The adult performances this year will feature 16 adult teams, made up of approximately 95-100 contestants.

“You can live to be a hundred if you give up all the things that make you want to live to be a hundred.” — Woody Allen, filmmaker, actor, and comedian. Age and I have long been odd acquaintances.

Tis the season to be aware of your pet’s care in these hot summer months. Alpine Animal Services would like to remind you of some summer safety tips to beat the heat and make this time of year as safe as possible for you and your pet.

July 28 vs Austin Weirdos 7 p.m. July 29 vs Austin Weirdos 4 p.m.

For the first time in Pecos League history, the annual Mountain Division All-Star Game was held at Kokernot Field in Alpine Sunday, July 16. A crowd of 389 filled out the dark green, wooden seats as the top players from six of the eight Mountain Division franchises took the field. The day began with a home run derby featuring seven contestants. James Prockish and Kam Holland represented Alpine, but Tucson Saguaros outfielder Madison Santos won the contest by crushing six long balls.

Adrian Smith has taken the torch of Lady Buck head volleyball coach this season, and she believes the future is bright for the program because of the team’s passion and strong team mindset. “My expectations for the program don’t only have to do with success on the court, it’s also about success off the court as well,” Smith said in an interview with the Avalanche last Thursday.

After an up-and-down month of June that saw the Alpine Cowboys hover around the .500 mark, the first week-and-a-half of July has showcased a Cowboys team that seems to have found its groove. Alpine recorded six wins over an eight-game homestand, which featured a two-game sweep of the Austin Weirdos and series victories against the Trinidad Triggers and Roswell Invaders.

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As many in West Texas are aware, finding good healthcare in our rural setting is a challenge. Physicians come and go with regularity, but thanks to Dr. Adrian Billings and his connections, there may be some light at the end of the tunnel.

Summer in Big Bend means good food and live music. Locals and tourists alike are revving up for one of the liveliest events hosted in the area, as Viva Big Bend gets ready for its 12th year of celebration.