January 2025

Hegar releases biennial revenue forecast The Texas Legislature begins its work creating a state budget for the next two years with slightly less revenue available than it had during the previous biennium.

Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) released the below statement following President Donald Trump’s border security Executive Orders, including designating international cartels and crime organizations as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) and Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs).

As temperatures drop and winter storms brew, it’s essential to understand the risks of frostbite and hypothermia. If not addressed promptly, these can have serious and long-lasting effects.

Calling all wildlife enthusiasts! The City of Alpine is joining the Borderlands Research Institute at Sul Ross State University to host the second annual Wildlife Weekend from January 31 to February 2. This exciting event will offer a unique opportunity to learn about and celebrate the region’s incredible biodiversity. It will feature a diverse range of activities, from expert presentations and guided hikes to familyfriendly events and engaging short film screenings.

As we welcome 2025, the new year brings an opportunity for reflection, renewal, and action. It is a time to embrace change, set fresh goals, and consider how we can make a meaningful difference in the beautiful, vibrant community we call home—Alpine, Texas.

Thank You We’re sending many thanks to all our friends and neighbors across the region who attended the Far West Texas Community-Building Summit last weekend. Over 200 of you came to visit about new ways to come together to create what we want for our communities and our whole region.

The Alpine Bucks boys’ varsity basketball team made its mark this week with two decisive wins in district competition, displaying its offensive power at the basket. These victories highlight the Bucks’ recent resurgence and position them as a formidable contender in District 4-3A following last week’s tough loss against Presidio.

The Alpine Lady Bucks varsity basketball team is hitting its stride in district play. This past week, they secured two significant victories to solidify their position as a top contender in District 4-3A.

Alpine ISD Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Andy Smith shared Tuesday that he has been named Athletic Director and HFC in another Texas school district, to be announced later this week. Coach Smith has led the Fightin’ Bucks Athletics Program for the past two years.