Opinion

In an operation being called “Lone Star 2.0,” more than 3,000 undocumented immigrants have been arrested by Texas Department of Public Safety officers this year, according to records obtained by The Texas Tribune. As illegal border crossings plunge, state police are shifting their energies toward aiding the Trump administration’s mass deportation effort.

Did you know that every two seconds, a family pet goes missing in the United States? Tragically, many never return home due to a lack of identification. A microchip, along with a collar and tag, is the best way to ensure you will be reunited with your pet if they go missing.

W Dear Kara, This is in reference to your article in the last edition of The Alpine Avalanche, published September 18, 2025. As the Big Bend Chamber of Commerce, we would like to clarify some murky waters.

When we talk about healthcare in Alpine, one reality is always clear: access matters. In a rural community like ours, the distance between a patient and a nurse can mean the difference between timely care and a dangerous delay. That is why the nursing pathway at Sul Ross State University is more than just an academic program; it is a lifeline for Alpine and the Big Bend.

“Tell me facts, and I’ll learn. Tell me truth, and I’ll believe you. But tell me a story and it will live in my heart forever” — Native American Proverb We became gas pump neighbors one afternoon a few days ago.

You’ll never relive the moment you got your first car. That’s it, that’s the highest peak... it has a lot of meaning to me” —George Lucas, American filmmaker best known for Star Wars and Indiana Jones.

As the school year kicks off in Alpine, Texas, students and parents are navigating the whirlwind of back-to-school activities. From homework to extracurriculars, the demands pile up fast, and finding affordable, stylish clothing that reflects a teen’s personality can feel like a daunting task.

Gov. Greg Abbott signed legislation redrawing Texas’ congressional map on Friday. A lawsuit challenging the redrawn districts as being racially discriminatory was filed even before the bill became law.

“City people make most of the fuss about the charms of country life.” — Mason Cooley, American writer and educator, 1927-2002 “Which one do you like?” The request for consultation from a friend trying to decide between two pieces of artwork was noted. One, a small country farmhouse with a red barn.

This school year at Alpine Elementary School (AES), we made a promise: every child who walks through our doors will be known, valued, and loved. That promise is at the heart of Capturing Kids’ Hearts (CKH), a program that equips educators with tools to build meaningful connections, foster empathy, and create safe and supportive learning environments.