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It may seem a little early to be talking about spring, but until recently, the weather has been mild, to say the least. I suspect I’m not alone, so if we’re not going to have a true, deepfreeze winter, we might as well let things warm up so we can get back outside. This time of year also brings thoughts of summer weight-loss goals, lighter spring meals, eating a little better, and, of course, the countdown to the Masters.

A special program is planned for Saturday, January 31, at 1 p.m. in the Jeff Davis County Library, highlighting kachina figures also known as “katsinas.” Everyone is invited to “Art, Archeology, and the American West: The History of Katsina Figures,” presented by retired archeologist Tim Roberts, showing stunning pieces from his personal collection. Attendees are invited to bring their own kachinas to the program as well.

The Sul Ross State University Theatre Program’s production of “True West” by Sam Shepard has been invited to perform at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, February 20-24, in Abilene.

The Texas Hotel Lodging Association is presenting a free human trafficking prevention training on Thursday, February 5 in Marathon and Lajitas. The Marathon training will be held at the Marathon Community Center from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. and the Lajitas training will be held at 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. in English and from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Spanish at the Lajitas Resort Theater. This program is being hosted by Visit Big Bend.

The Alpine City Council held its regular meeting on Tuesday, January 20, at 5:30 p.m. After the meeting was called to order, public comments were heard from the Alpine Humane Society Director MaryAnn Vega (Ward 3) and Interim President Marilyn McGee of Fort Davis, who talked about the Mountain Country Christmas event that they were the new administrators of last month.

The Big Bend Regional Hospital District (BBRHD) held its regular meeting on Wednesday, January 14, at its Alpine office. Chairman Buddy Cavness was absent, and the meeting was led by Vice-Chairman Valynda Henington.

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