September 2024

“When a friend deals with a friend, let the bargain be clear and well-Penn’d so that they may continue being friends to the end.” — Written by Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) in Poor Richard’s Almanac under the alias of Richard Saunders. The publication appeared from 1732 to 1758.

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The Alpine Fightin’ Bucks faced the Sonora Broncos at Bronco Stadium on Friday, September 20, in the final game of their non-district schedule. Despite a gritty defensive effort in the first half, the Bucks could not hold off Sonora’s offense, falling 35-8 in a hard-fought game.

Student enrollment numbers are declining statewide, and our local school district is no exception. As of the end of the first six weeks of this school year, the district’s total enrollment is 892 students, which is a decrease of two students from last year’s end-of-year total.

The JV Fightin’ Bucks faced a tough challenge on Thursday, September 19, at Buck Stadium, taking on a determined Sonora Broncos team. The Bucks battled hard but ultimately fell short, losing 14-0 after a valiant defensive effort in the second half.

The Alpine Lady Bucks Volleyball teams are wrapping up their pre-district schedule, having faced formidable opponents over the last two weeks.

As we approach the annual livestock sale on January 11, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the Big Bend Livestock Show Association‘s (BBLSA) significant role in our community.

The Big Bend Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will host a program on Saturday, October 5. We will be going on a field trip to Marfa to view the landscaping at two of our member residences.

Manuela Armendariz, a cherished homemaker and beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on September 19 in Alpine at the age of 81. Born in Mexico on December 18, 1942, Manuela dedicated her life to her family, nurturing them with love and warmth throughout

His name was Gouverneur Kemble Warren, quite a moniker with which to go through life. He was born in Cold Spring, New York, across the Hudson River from West Point, where he graduated second in his class in 1850.