July 2024

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For any questions contact Coach Smith at arsmith@alpineisd.net JULY 29 — 6 p.m. Volleyball program meeting in the Alpine High School cafeteria JULY 30 — 6 p.m. Football parent meeting in the Alpine High School cafeteria JULY 31 — 10:30 a.m. AHS equipment pickup at AHS Field House for grades 9-10; 5:30 p.m. All Sports Booster Club meeting at AHS Library AUG. 1 — 6 p.m. Cross Country parent meeting at AHS Library AUG. 5 — First day of PRACTICE for AHS volleyball, cross country, and football AUG. 13 — First day of Alpine Middle School volleyball practice AUG. 14 — 7 p.m. MEET THE BUCKS at Buck Stadium (ALL fall sports for grades 7-12)

Dear Neil: Is there anything I can use to kill off these unwanted vines (see photos) without harming my Asian jasmine? That is a really impressive planting of Asian jasmine, and I can see why you would want to protect it. I believe you have Hall’s honeysuckle, the wild form that has become naturalized (not a true native, but an invasive non-native).

Alpine Avalanche.

July 23-August 2 (Tuesdays) Summer Reading Program, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Alpine Public Library for ages 6-12. Each session begins with 30 minutes of playful exercise followed by a popsicle break followed by themed reading and activities.

In a press release from 23rd District of Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales’ office on July 17 of last week, the Department of the Interior formally established the Blackwell School National Historic Site in Marfa as the 430th National Park.

Last weekend, the ANRS and Rodeo Exes Association at Sul Ross held their annual reunion where they put on team ropings, domino tournaments, a golf tournament, a poker tournament, a silent auction, and other rodeo events for the children of the alumni.

Sometimes it is personal. We meet people who are often friends for ages who mark our lives, and sometimes we meet people who are only passing through, but who will also leave a mark. Such was John Benson, a carver of stone.

Edward Ronald Marcin, of Austin, died Tuesday, June 18 at the age of 93. Ed was born in Chicago, Illinois, on July 30, 1930, to Edward L.

Did you know that Sul Ross State University employs over 250 faculty and staff – folks who shop, buy homes, and pay taxes – on the campus in Alpine? In addition to our student population of nearly 900 (and growing) that either live on campus or in the city, they help to invigorate our community and support our local economy, creating a relationship that benefits both the institution and our Alpine businesses. Their contributions span a wide array of initiatives, from educational outreach and economic development to cultural enrichment and social services.