September 2024

Hatfield Cason and Molly Garrett had stellar performances in the 5K at the Crane Invitational over Labor Day weekend. Earlier in the season, Cason ran a 16:16 in Pecos, but the Pecos meet was a road race and was slightly under the 5K distance.

“Saturday night at the movies Who cares what picture you see When you’re hugging with your baby, In the last row in the balcony.” — Song lyrics by the Drifters, 1965 “Is it OK to sit there?” My question was about finding a place to land and enjoy a freshly brewed cup of coffee a few Saturdays ago. I was at the Farmer’s Market in downtown Center, where Stacy Riley’s coffee bar is a new addition to her business.

As we start off the 202425 school year strong, Alpine ISD is leaning into three themes that exemplify our district this year: #WeAreAlpine, #OwnOurExcellence, and #BuckPrideRunsDeep. Here is a bit more about each of these mantras.

For the past 17 years, Amy White has served students in the Big Bend area as a coach, a teacher, and a principal. White began her career in education in Alpine before transferring her talents to Marfa, where she taught and coached and ultimately became the principal at Marfa Elementary. She has now stepped into the role of counselor at Alpine High School.

Sul Ross State University has announced the schedule for the Fall 2024 series of Guided Hikes on Hancock Hill. Each Guided Hike is led by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) from Sul Ross State. Themes vary, but participants will learn about the history of Alpine and SRSU and the natural history of Hancock Hill while taking in stunning views. The 1.8-mile hike is moderately strenuous and begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday mornings and lasts approximately two hours.

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Meet Tigger! The great thing about Tigger is that he is smart, friendly, and charismatic. Tigger came into the shelter with his brother Tank after repeatedly getting out of their yard.

September 6 Holy Angels Cemetery Association Enchilada Fundraiser, Serving begins at 3:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Peace Parish Hall to benefit the upkeep of the Holy Angels Cemetery. Plates are $10 each, including enchiladas, rice, beans, salad, dessert, and a drink.

Dear Neil, This Japanese maple was planted in April. The leaves look distraught.