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Body For those looking to get away from it all while staying in one of the top hotels in Texas, Marathon is the place to be. The Gage Hotel, built in 1927 and designed by famed El Paso architect Henry Trost, was built for its namesake, pioneer rancher Alfred S. Gage.

Body Thanksgiving is here, and many people will join their families on a special day as a way of saying thanks for receiving blessings throughout the year.

Body Members of Marfa Ballet Folklorico performed for an enthusiastic Artwalk crowd on Fifth Street in Alpine on Nov. 20.

Body Avinash Rangra, Alpine: We’re going to stay home, and I’m going to fix food. We’re going to close the theater that day and stay home.

Body Donations to Marathon Public Library help make its programs and projects possible. The library is now working on a Marathon Community Cookbook which will highlight the culture, food, and history of Marathon.

Body City of Alpine Interim City Manager Megan Antrim along with Environmental Services Coordinator Adelina Beall join staff from TxDOT, Alpine ISD National Honor Society students, and volunteer community members on Nov.

Body On Nov. 19 Desert Rose Provisions on Murphy Street in Alpine celebrated its grand opening with a ribbon cutting. In the photo, Alpine Ambassador Debbie Jordan, Desert Rose owner Lauren Henry, and Ambassadors Sara Bow, Rhonda Cole, and Sheila Johnson.

Body Again giving back to the community, last week Lions Club of Alpine donated $500 to the Sunshine House Senior Center. In the photo are Lion Avi Rangra, Kerie Van Zeyst, and Lion John Sutterfield.

Body Each year high schools across the nation celebrate the successes and triumphs of its students by capturing special moments that include photos and other keepsakes from teachers, classmates, and friends.

Body What are you especially looking forward to in your senior year? I am looking forward to playing tennis again this year and graduating. What activities are you involved in during your senior year? I am involved in ag classes, football, and tennis.