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BBQ cookoff exceeds last year’s donation amount to area VFDs
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The smoke has cleared in downtown Fort Davis after another successful Smoke in the Mountains BBQ cookoff ended. This year, the cookoff added a Kids-Que competition where kids from ages 5-11 and 12-18 were able to join in on the fun.
FSA seeking nominations to serve on local county committees
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Information received from the USDA Farm Service Agency would like to notify local farmers and ranchers that nominations are now being accepted to serve on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committees.
Late July launch date announced for regional hospitality academy
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July 22 is the proposed launch date of Mountain View Hospitality Academy, the newest initiative of the nonprofit outreach program Mobile Comunidad, with a mission to offer professional training to area adults and those over age 16 in all aspects of the hospitality industry.
Jeff Davis County Historical Commission to commemorate neighborhood
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The historic neighborhood known as “Newtown” in Fort Davis is being commemorated with a unique wayside exhibit sign to be unveiled on Sunday, July 7 at 2 p.m. This outdoor sign was designed by the Jeff Davis County Historical Commission and will be dedicated outside the L.B. Caruthers house located on Garrison Street, one block east of the highway property that was the former Porter’s. The event will celebrate our local history and honor Rosie and Tony Gutierrez with a certifi cate of excellence for the restoration of their historic adobe home after many years and phases of repair.
SRSU basketball camp a success
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This past week, Sul Ross women’s head basketball coach E.J. Smith held the summer basketball camp from Monday, June 24 through Thursday, June 27.
Alpine 7on7 shines on the field in College Station
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The Alpine 7on7 football team took to the road last week to compete at the State 7on7 Championships in College Station. Despite weather delays, the team still brought home the wins.
Alpine Cowboys dominate “Cantaloupe Classic” and continue winning streak
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The Alpine Cowboys, a powerhouse of the Pecos League Mountain South Division Professional Baseball, solidified their position as a dominant force with a commanding 16-4 victory over the Pecos Bills in the “Cantaloupe Classic” game held at Panther Stadium on June 26. The Cowboys showcased their exceptional talent, overwhelming the Bills with a relentless offensive onslaught and unwavering pitching prowess.
