June 2025

County tackles pests and paperwork

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The Brewster County Commissioners Court held its regular meeting on Tuesday in the commissioner’s courtroom at the Brewster County Courthouse. All commissioners were present, with Brewster County Judge Greg Henington presiding.
Greg Henington Brewster County Judge

Council names Calderon interim City Manager

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The Alpine City Council held a special meeting on Tuesday night to appoint an Interim City Manager after Megan Antrim, who was appointed to the position in 2022, resigned last week. After press time last week, Alpine Mayor Catherine Eaves commented about Antrim’s resignation, saying, “I want to thank Megan Antrim for all her years in public service, including her time at the county and the city.
Geoffrey Calderon Interim City Manager

Cowboys open season with fight, firepower, fresh leadership

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The 2025 Pecos League season is underway, and the Alpine Cowboys have already shown flashes of grit, power, and promise despite a rocky 2-4 start. Under the guidance of newly appointed manager Lance Myers, the Cowboys split a six-game opening homestand that included a hard-fought series against the Pecos Bills and a dramatic extra- inning battle with the Tucson Saguaros.
Josh Rego stands at bat during the series against the Pecos Bills. His grand slam in the final game sealed the win for the Cowboys. Photo by Julie Meyers

Some things never change

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“The good physician treats the disease; the great physician treats the patient who has the disease.” — William Osler (1849 -1919), one of the founding Johns Hopkins Hospital professors and creator of residency programs. “Come in, Dr.
Some things never change

Wildfire Mitigation and Planning

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Wildfire mitigation and safety are critical concerns in Brewster County, particularly during the dry and windy spring months. The county’s vast rural landscape and high wildfire risk necessitate proactive measures from residents, local authorities, and emergency services.
Wildfi re Mitigation and Planning

Richard Lee Bingham

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Richard Lee Bingham was born May 9, 1949, in Fort Worth and died January 11 at his residence in Alpine. He attended high school in Austin and was a 1970 graduate of the University of Texas. In 1993, he moved to Alpine, and in 1999, his mother bought
Richard Lee Bingham

Brewster, Presidio counties get new game wardens

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The 67th Texas State Park police and Texas Game Warden class is set to begin service after eight months of intensive training. Brewster and Presidio counties will have two new Texas Game Wardens stationed in Alpine. Pecos County will also have two new officers begin their service in West Texas.
Brewster, Presidio counties get new game wardens