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Body Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) secured $1 million in funds for the Sul Ross State University Archaeology, Anthropology and Cultural Research Center, better known as the Center of Big Bend Studies, during the 2022 budget process.

Body John McCarthy, Alpine: 45 record. 60s and 70s country and story books on record.

Body UPCOMING EVENTS APRIL 21 Alpine Ambassadors Mixer, 6-7:30 p.m. at BBT in Alpine.

Body Alpine Humane Society Pet of the Week is Jolie, a happy-go-lucky puppy who loves to lean on you for pets. She would make a great walking or running companion. Jolie and her sister Zora share their high energy levels and love for physical affection.

Body It was a fun-filled day of finding sparkly treasures and rock hunting at the Alpine Gem and Mineral Show held on April 15 at the Alpine Civic Center.

Body April 16, 1992 Rob Perry III, son of Museum of the Big Bend Director Kenneth D. Perry, draws the winning ticket for the Trappings of Texas memory scrapbook.

Body Dear Neil: Will concrete pavers over a tree’s root system do any damage to the tree? I know I’m not supposed to add soil. They should not do any harm.

Body The district meet came down to a dual battle between Alpine and Presidio. Alpine came out of the field events with 84 points. Highlights included a first and second place finish by high jumpers Jake Crump and Andrew Rodriguez.

Body What is a casserole? A casserole is a large, deep dish or pan used for cooking a variety of dishes, or it is also a category of food cooked in such a vessel. The main ingredients of a casserole are typically chopped vegetables, meat, and a starchy binder.

Body Join Museum of the Big Bend for a weekend of celebration of the Big Bend ranching community. The exhibit “Fred Darge Paints the Big Bend and Beyond” features 40 works by German-born Dallas artist Fred Darge.