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A classic Chevrolet pickup truck carries the flags at the 2022 Cinco de Mayo celebration on May 7 in Alpine. The parade was followed by a car show, vendors, food trucks, and other activities on Murphy Street. Photo by Sharon McClanahan

There is nothing like fun in the sun at an exciting local splash pad, ensuring that kids of all ages can cool off in the West Texas summer heat.

All three of my children are grown, married, and have kids of their own. Parenting wasn’t easy and it wasn’t always fun, but raising our children was the most amazing long-term experience I’ve ever had.

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.

Maurie Cunningham and Shea Cadrin help customers load their plants at the recent Native Plant Society sale.

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.

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.

Alcoholics Anonymous, 502 E. Lockhart Ave.