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Alpine Lady Buck Hannah Juett attempts to kill the ball in tournament play against the Denver City Mustangs this past weekend at the Fillie Festival tournament. Photo by J.T.

A grassroots group of citizens, who work under the moniker “Keep Big Bend Wild” became the recipient of the 2023 National Park Service (NPS) Excellence in Wilderness Stewardship Award, in the category of external partner. This award recognizes wilderness stewardship by an individual, team, or non-governmental partner. The group was honored for their contributions to rejuvenate wilderness designation efforts at Big Bend National Park (BBNP).

Mr. Vaughn Grisham’s Practicum in Graphic Design and Practicum in Commercial Photography classes toured Kokernot Field to get a better understanding of the history of the ballpark. Thanks to the availability of Hotel Occupancy Tax funds, these Alpine High School students will be creating an online showcase of the past, present, and future of Kokernot Field.

The American Legion Auxiliary assembled feminine hygiene bags for Alpine ISD students and presented them to district nurse Gayla Owen, RN. Pictured are Auxiliary president Sara Herman, Gayla Owen, and Judy Stokes.

Sept 1 First Friday Song Swap, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

WEEK Alpine Humane Society Pet of the Week is Binx. Binx says, “I’m an elite predator. I know my way around hunting my toys, and my sneak attacks are flawless. I gladly will show my sister and brother my strength as I wrestle them.” “Don’t get me wrong though - a cuddle with a small head rub is the purrrfect way to wind down after a workout. If you are a hunter, too, maybe we can compare our skills. Please come by the Shelter to meet me today!” Don’t miss Alpine Humane Society’s Burger Basket Fundraiser on September 15 at Skelton’s Runway. Contributing sponsors include Far West Texas Cattle Company, Porter’s, and Skelton’s Runway. Get a burger, chips, and a beverage for $12 and support AHS.

Dear Neil: I’m having one or two large limbs breaking out of my 100-year-old pecan trees every week. We’ve had no wind or storms. They just snap and fall. Is this being caused by the heat and drought?

Alpine Avalanche.

Right: A large group of friends and family came out last Wednesday night for Alpine ISD’s Meet the Bucks event. Pictured are the districts athletes, cheerleaders, and band. Far right: The Alpine Bucks cheerleaders performed to fire up the crowd at the Meet the Bucks event held last Wednesday evening at Buck Stadium.