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On Monday, Alpine ISD hosted an informal gathering of stakeholders led by Dr. Michelle Rinehart at the Alpine High School cafeteria to discuss partnerships and coordinated upgrades to Manuel Payne Field.

The Sul Ross State University Rodeo Team hits the S.A.L.E. Arena tonight for their first rodeo of the season and their first rodeo competition in the new Lone Star Region. This year marks 80 years of rodeo action for Sul Ross. The Avalanche spent some time at the arena last week, observing this year’s athletes during one of their daily practice sessions and speaking with a few of them.

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Concern over recent improper student-teacher relations pushes Marfa ISD administration to double down on educator conduct Marfa ISD held a town hall meeting at the J.E. Gregg auditorium on Monday, with around 100 concerned, upset, and even angry citizens and parents regarding the recent arrests of two MISD teachers accused of having improper relationships with students.

Marathon resident and student Gracie Dabbs, left, earned 3rd place for her Dutch oven bread at this year’s West Fest. Dabbs also nabbed a 1st place in the steak category. In addition, Marathon resident Andy Lewis, right, took

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I’m always on the hunt for the best food when we travel, and on a recent trip to Fredericksburg, we discovered Casa Chloe Alta Cocina Mezcaleria & Tequileria. Tucked just a block off the main drag, it’s a refreshing escape from the crowds.

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Photos from the Alpine Avalanche Archives at Archives of the Big Bend, Bryan Wildenthal Memorial Library and Portal of Texas. .

Dear Neil, Is there any hope for my crape myrtle plant that was frozen in recent winters? Absolutely. These sprouts are coming up from its root system.