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On Oct. 8 Sul Ross State University President Pete Gallego and other university officials dedicated the mural “Living the Dream - Cultural Pride on Campus” at the Gallego Center. The mural depicts historical images of Texans of Hispanic descent, and was intended to inspire the community and student to believe in themselves and make a difference. Avalanche photo by Gail Diane Yovanovich

Engines will roar and adrenaline will be pumping through some of the best racers in West Texas come Saturday morning in Fort Stockton. The Big Bend Open Road Race 2.0 will take place on Oct.

Illegal immigration and the border crisis were the focal point of discussion at the City of Alpine regular council meeting on Oct. 12. Interim City Manager Megan Antrim and Police Chief Darrell Losoya provided updates on border security. Council, Ward 4, Martin Sandate was absent.

Tom Strong, Alpine: I enjoy Halloween. But traditionally, I have not been much of a Halloween decorator, although I enjoy getting into some sort of costume to entertain the kids that come door-to-door, and even some of the adults as well.

Send your rockslides to editor@alpineavalanche.com. UPCOMING EVENTS Oct.

Alpine Humane Society Pet of the Week is Peanut, a two-yearold chocolate and tan Doberman. He is a handsome and happy boy, looking for a new furever home. You can visit Peanut at the Alpine Animal Shelter, or call with questions at 432-837-9030.

Alpine ISD will host a community-wide flu shot clinic on Monday, Oct. 18, from 3-5 p.m.

The library in Fort Davis was the 1906 Union Mercantile, and is still the heart of its community. The Jeff Davis County Library has been selected as one of four historic libraries in Texas this year, designating it as a Literary Landmark. This honor is highly competitive and awarded “for special places located across the country that attracts tourists, book lovers, and history buffs to educate the public about important literary works and history.”