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And so the name Alpine came to be

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From the creation of the first transcontinental railroad, the combined Union Pacific and Central Pacific, there were multiple plans to interlace the country through all its regions, north and south. The major players in western railroads were the Big Four who built the Central Pacific and went on the control the Union Pacific - Collis P. Huntington, Leland Stanford, Mark Hopkins, and Charles Crocker.
And so the name Alpine came to be

Chisos Basin campgrounds closed in national park

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Chisos Basin Campground and Chisos Basin Group Campground in Big Bend National Park are closed to public use until further notice. This emergency closure is due to significantly increased bear activity within the campground area.
Increased bear activity has forced campground closures in Big Bend National Park. Courtesy photo

Alpine City Council discusses water well issues

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The City of Alpine held its regularly scheduled council meeting on Aug. 16, and water well issues, a proposed budget and property tax update, and a proposed noise ordinance were the main topics of discussion. Council, Ward 3, Sara Tandy was absent.
Megan Antrim

Sheep and goat validation tags

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It is time to order sheep and goat state validation tags only for the spring major stock shows. If unsure about showing at any major show, contact Doug Fox at 432-386-7110.

Rock Slides

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AUG. 20 Drive through Burger Fundraiser, noon-2 p.m. at Buck Stadium in Alpine. Sponsored by Bucks Band Boosters for the benefit of the Alpine High School band. Burger, cookie, chips, and drink for $10.