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Lady Bucks dominate Tornillo Coyotes

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The Alpine Lady Bucks volleyball team continued their dominance in district play with a resounding 3-0 victory over the Tornillo Coyotes on Friday night. Playing in front of a home crowd for Parent Night, the Lady Bucks showcased why they remain undefeated in district play, pushing their district record to an impressive 6-0. The varsity squad wasted no time asserting their control, winning each set by a wide margin. The Lady Bucks took the first set 25-8, followed by an even more lopsided 25-6 in the second, and closed out the match with a commanding 25-9 thirdset win. The 3-0 sweep continues Alpine’s unbeaten streak in district matchups, further solidifying their place atop the standings.
Alpine recently celebrated their Lady Buck volleyball players with a ceremony at the AHS gym. Courtesy photo

Byzantine gladiolus are especially hardy

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Dear Neil, I bought and planted Byzantine glads last fall. They came up and bloomed well this spring, but then their tops died almost immediately. I assume that’s normal, but I’m reworking that part of my perennial garden, and if they don’t come back, I’d like to plant something else.
Byzantine gladiolus are especially hardy

Correction

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In last week’s City Council story, the date for the next regular City Council meeting was listed as October 29. The next City Council meeting is actually scheduled for November 5.

Early voting continues through next Friday

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Early voting for the November 5 general election is still ongoing. Polls will be open throughout the weekend and remain open all next week, closing Friday, November 1 at 7 p.m. All early voting occurs at the Judge Val Clark Beard Office Complex at 203 N. 7th Street in Alpine.