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Alpine Middle School sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students represented Alpine at the Greenwood solo ensemble contest on April 30. Sixth and seventh grade band received First Outstanding rating in Concert Band performance on Stage. All students received first outstanding rating in the Solo performance. Courtesy photo

Tristen Hutchings won bull riding in Stephenville at the Tarleton Stampede for the second year in a row. He had a 68-point ride to give him a two-head total of 165 to claim the title. He also finished third in steer wrestling to help Sully bring home first place.

Our community is fortunate to have our local law enforcement agencies. They all deserve support for their countless and endless hours of service. We would like to publicly thank the officers from the Alpine Police De partment who have continued to be there for our family. Their demeanor, actions, and words encompass the very definition of compassion. We are so very thankful and appreciative.

Maurie Cunningham and Shea Cadrin help customers load their plants at the recent Native Plant Society sale. There are more plants at the wrap-up sale presented by the Big Bend Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas from 10 a.m.-noon on Saturday, May 7, behind Forever West Texas Realty on Avenue E at North Eighth Street in Alpine. Courtesy photo

Alpine ISD Board of Trustees held special meetings on April 27-28 to interview two potential candidates for the AISD Superintendent position. On April 28, the board reviewed, considered, and unanimously selected Dr. Michelle Rinehart as the lone finalist for the superintendent of schools position.

It’s that time of year again, where the end of the school year means more free time for families with kids who are eager to take a break from the books and partake in outdoor pursuits. One way youngsters can become familiar with some of the national park sites while completing fun activities and earning merit badges is through the Junior Rangers Park program.

Greg McKay, Alpine: I’ve heard about the parade, and that it ends up over in Murphy Street. We are new to town, and we just got here in December. I think we will be attending the parade and going over to the festivities on Murphy Street.

MAY 6 Benefit Dance, 8:30 a.m. at Ole Crystal Bar on Holland Ave.