May 2024

Linda Jean Martin (Smith)

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Linda Jean Martin, 79, of Alpine went to be with our Lord on May 10. Linda was born in Houston on September 15, 1944, to James and Elene Smith.
Linda Jean Martin (Smith)

James Dickie Vaughn

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James Dickie Vaughn passed on into eternal life on May 8 and is now in the arms of Jesus. He was born to Katherine Valentine and James Raymond Vaughn on September 24, 1935, in Henry County, Tennessee. He grew up in Paris, Tennessee, and graduated from E W Grove High School in 1953. He was drafted into the Army and served from 1953 to 1956. After the service, he attended Memphis State University. He managed several tire dealership stores until starting D&D Tire in Alpine, in 1974. In his heyday, he was an avid golfer and pilot. In April 1983, he accepted Jesus Christ as his savior after crashing his plane into the side of a mountain and has walked with Him ever since.
James Dickie Vaughn

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

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To whom it may concern: We would like to thank you for participating in Blanca Caughman’s, kind and local resident, benefit fundraiser. We were very pleased with the successful benefit contributions, donations, turnout, and funds raised. The funds will go a long way to cover travel, lodging, and medical expenses. Blanca has a long recovery road ahead of her: however, she will not be as financially stressed. Please keep her in your prayers and God bless all of you!

Signs of our time

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“Hard work spotlights the character of people: some turn up their sleeves, some turn up their noses, and some don’t turn up at all.” — Sam Ewing, Former American baseball player for the Chicago White Sox and the Toronto Blue Jays. Now Hiring.
Signs of our time

Sul Ross to hold basketball camp once again

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Lobo women’s head basketball coach E.J. Lee Smith will once again hold girls’ basketball camps at the Pete P. Gallego Center this summer. This is the second straight summer for Smith to hold these camps.
Sul Ross to hold basketball camp once again

Alpine Cowboys Ready to Lasso a Championship

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The Alpine Cowboys are back in the saddle and aiming for a championship run in the 2024 Pecos League season. With a revamped roster, a new assistant coach, and a burning desire to reclaim their glory, the Cowboys are poised to be a dominant force on the field.
Alpine Cowboys playing the Roswell Invaders. Avalanche photo.