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For over a month the stores have been filling their shelves with Christmas decorations, candy, cards, and gift items. Everyday piles of catalogs filled with Christmas-themed clothing, dishes, decorations, and gift suggestions are delivered in anticipation of orders.

The filing period for the March 1, 2022, primary continues through Saturday, and potential candidates have until then to throw their hats in the ring. The 10 Brewster County positions up for grabs in the Nov.

Boquillas Port of Entry in Big Bend National Park reopened Nov. 17 after 20 months of closure. Those with a passport or other approved documentation may cross into Mexico to shop, eat, and explore south of the border.

A new superintendent to replace outgoing Alpine ISD Superintendent Becky McCutchen was on the forefront of the agenda during the Board of Trustees special meeting on Dec 2.

Melissa DeLeon, Alpine: Yes - the tree, living room, and outside. Cesar Gallegos, Alpine.: I have not…lol.

Dec. 10-12 Christmas Revival, Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 6:30 p.m., Sunday at 11 a.m.

Alpine Humane Society Pet of the Week is Rosco, a four-month-old Shepherd mix and the sweetest, softest, calmest, most cuddly pup. What a great addition to any family! Rosco is neutered, vaccinated, and ready to go home today.

Youngsters will have a chance to contact Santa Claus at the North Pole by shortwave radio on Wednesday, Dec. 15, from 5-7 p.m.

The UIL Academic District Meet on Dec. 1 was a success.

Permian Basin Area Foundation recently awarded $1.917 million to nonprofit organizations serving West Texans during its fall grant cycle.