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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.

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Managing Editor U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development on Aug.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Alpine Avalanche S______ ___ B__ B___ ___ D____ M________ C______ March 2, 1951 Pictured is the rodeo team that will represent Sul Ross College at the New Mexico A& M rodeo March 3-4. They are, front row, Coach E.E.

Dear Neil: I took this photo last fall at a garden in South Texas. I’d like to grow this plant.