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We tell the story!

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The Museum of the Big Bend, located on the campus of Sul Ross State University, is your first stop as you begin your journey into Big Bend country. Housed in a 1936 Texas Centennial Memorial Museum building, the Museum of the Big Bend tells the unique story of Brewster, Jeff Davis and Presidio counties that make up the Big Bend region.
We tell the story!

Staffing shortages impacting Alpine

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Staffing shortages across the nation and the state have posed significant problems for businesses struggling to find employees. Closer to home, business owners in Alpine are having a challenging time filling vacancies, whether in retail, restaurant, or other jobs that offer much needed services in the area.
Staffing shortages impacting Alpine

Delinquent HOT funds continue to spark interest

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Collecting delinquent hotel occupancy taxes was again prominent at the Brewster County Commissioners Court regularly scheduled meeting on Sept. 13. Commissioners heard a presentation by Austin attorney Justin Bragiel, general counsel of the Texas Hotel and Lodging Association, and Alpine attorney Rod Ponton spoke about enforcement options available to the county.
Delinquent  HOT funds continue to spark interest

Sul Ross rodeo boasts four Scholar All-Americans

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Head Coach, Sul Ross State University Rodeo Team The Sul Ross State University rodeo team had four Scholar All-Americans named for the 2021-2022 season. This is the equivalent of Academic All-Americans in other sports in the NCAA, and a huge achievement to be included on this list.
Hadley Kibbe

Bucks drop another in Fort Stockton

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The Fightin’ Bucks took on the Fort Stockton Panthers on Sept. 2 in Alpine. Despite trying to hang on to the football in the pouring rain, the Bucks played a very tough and physical game against Fort Stockton.
The Fightin’ Bucks prepare to take on the Fort Stockton Panthers on Sept. 2 in Alpine. Avalanche photo by Mesinda Llanez

Lady Bucks drop series to Compass Academy

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After two weeks off, the Lady Bucks tried to shake off the cobwebs by taking on a surging Compass Academy in Odessa. The Cougars are currently ranked in the top 20 in Texas 3A volleyball. The first three sets were very competitive. Both teams fought hard, but Compass led two sets to one. The Lady Bucks ran out of steam in the final set, losing 25-11 as the CBS cameras rolled. Self-infl icted errors, and excellent hitting and blocking by the Cougars likely cost the Lady Bucks the series.
The Lady Bucks faced the Fort Davis Indians on Sept. 10. Avalanche photo by J.T. Maroney