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AHS tennis competes in Odessa

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The AHS tennis team traveled to Odessa to compete in the Permian Invitational that was held at three different sites, including Permian High School, Odessa High School, and the Ratliff Tennis Courts. “This was another great opportunity for our players to compete and continue building momentum for the season,” said Coach Lauren Martinez.
The mixed doubles team of Abby Bruttomesso and Jack Juett earned medals at the Permian Invitational on Tuesday. Courtesy photo

You need not be Irish to enjoy colcannon

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It’s hard to say no to mashed potatoes, though colcannon potatoes are a bit different from what most of us around these parts are used to. And, although we’re two days past St. Patrick’s Day, these tasty taters are comforting all the same.
Colcannon

COLCANNON

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INGREDIENTS 1 pound of potatoes 1 pound of green cabbage, sliced 2 small leeks, cleaned and thinly sliced 1 cup of milk, or as needed 1 pinch of mace ½ cup of butter Salt and pepper to taste DIRECTIONS Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium- low and simmer until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.

UPCOMING EVENTS

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Send your community events to kara.gerbert@alpineavalanche.com March 20 Essentials of Estate Planning, 8:30 a.m. Marathon Public Library presents Attorney Elizabeth Lewis, who will cover the key components of estate planning, including wills, trusts, beneficiary designations, powers of attorney, and living wills and advance directives, at no charge.
UPCOMING EVENTS

UAS a viable solution to border security within BBNP

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Last week’s lead story concerning the possibility of a border wall in Big Bend left the question unanswered as to whether or not high-flying drones could be used in border surveillance within Big Bend National Park (BBNP). Since that time, the Avalanche has heard from a former BBNP superintendent as well as the current interim superintendent, Rick Gupman, on this matter.