December 2025

HEAD OVER MEALS A must-stop headed East You have seen the signs headed East on your drive to San Antonio, Simon Bros - Exit 473, but chances are, unless you know, you have not ventured off the highway. Tucked into the rolling limestone hills near Junction, there’s a small cafe with a big story.

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FIGHTIN’ BUCK BASKETBALL December 29-31 Caprock Tourney | TBD January 2: Monahans vs Alpine | JV: 5 p.m. • V: 6:30 p.m. January 6: Buena Vista vs Alpine | V: 7:30 p.m. January 9: Alpine vs Pecos | JV: 6:30 p.m. • V: 8 p.m. LADY BUCK BASKETBALL January 6: Fort Stockton vs Alpine | JV: 4:30 p.m. • V: 6 p.m. January 9: Kermit vs Alpine | JV: 5 p.m. • V: 6:30 p.m. January 16: Tornillo vs Alpine | V: 6:30 p.m.

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Dear Neil: Could you please recommend some foundation plantings suitable to plant on the north side of the house? In addition to north side shading, the area is also shaded by two enormous crape myrtles, so there is never any direct sunlight. I favor native plants, but I also like color, favoring blooms and berries.

on the YEAR IN REVIEW What local officials envisioned at the start of 2025 What are you looking forward to most in 2025? Former Alpine City Manager Megan Antrim: I’m looking forward to continued infrastructure improvements, community enrichment, and more time with family and friends. LBrewster County Sheriff Ronny Dodson: My hope for Alpine in 2025 is happiness, health, and a safe community for you all.

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W EEK Meet Ritchey This beautiful and friendly girl was brought to the shelter in early December after frequenting a local bar in Alpine. The staff and patrons loved her so much that she was named after the establishment she frequented.

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