Opinion

The Big Bend Arts Council and the other businesses lost in the fire on May 26 would like to thank the Board of ArtWalk Alpine, Inc. for their fundraiser, “Let It Rain” which ran from Friday, June 28, with live music, 15 bands, at the Granada Theater through to Saturday as a silent auction, fajita...

You may have been told that illegal immigrants are voting in our elections, receiving welfare, bringing in most of the fentanyl, raising crime rates, and taking your jobs. All lies. This is the same tactic Hitler used to demonize Jews as causing all the ills in Germany in the 1920s and 30s.

Davis Mountains State Park Interpretive Ranger/Volunteer Coordinator The Davis Mountains of Far West Texas occupy a special place in the hearts of many. Maybe it’s those cool mornings during the late summer monsoon season or endless expanses of clear blue summer skies.

Recently, I was getting a haircut and teasing my longterm stylist about the lack of inspirational quote décor in her salon station compared to the one next to hers.

We had wonderful learning experiences attending Bluebonnet Girls State in our State Capital Austin, thanks to the American Legion Auxiliary who sent us there.

When I was researching the history of Fort Lancaster (1855-1861) for Texas Parks & Wildlife, one of the original sources was the inspection of the post in 1860 by Joesph Mansfi eld, the Inspector General of the Army. The report included an excellent map.

As we celebrate the 4th of July things I’ve read come to mind.

Building codes are some of the most important components of the building industry. Yet, they are also some of the most misunderstood components. People often feel obtaining permits is restrictive, increases cost, and delays construction. These fears are often the result of misinformation.

One perk of living a long life is recalling smart people you’ve met and remembering what you learned from them. Wise men like Ben Grimes up in Naples.

Tough, fearl ess, unflappable—these are the words that describe the superheroes of the world. However, these tough exteriors do not always bode well for health.