Opinion

Body More than a year after Alpine ISD Superintendent Dr. Michelle Rinehart first proposed a partnership with the City of Alpine to repair and refurbish Manuel Payne Field, the plan is finally moving forward.

Body Amount of state in drought increases again Near the end of March, 89% of the state was in drought, according to hydrologist Dr. Mark Wentzel with the Texas Water Development Board.

Body “Who was that masked man?” — AI One long-ago sweltering summer night in Seymour, Texas, a salesman sat in our living room.

Body In small towns across West Texas, every dollar matters, and so does every decision about how to invest in the future.

Body “The stars are not the limit; they are just the beginning.” — Buzz Aldrin, NASA astronaut and Lunar Module Pilot on Apollo 11, second human to walk on the Moon, July 20, 1969 Late Spring, 1961. Summer vacation loomed large in Mount Pleasant, Texas.

Body Dear Editor, Jesus Christ: Liar, lunatic, or LORD. The choice you make will ensure your eternal destiny.

Body The Museum of the Big Bend is looking forward to an exciting year of exhibits, programming, and new spaces.

Body Dear Editor, I read with interest your article “BBRHD continues rural health advancements.” The article gives the false impression that the OBBBA is a net positive for rural healthcare. In an effort to partially offset the loss of revenue to the U.S.

Body “It’s a small town, son. And the news travels quicker than wheels.” —”Talking at the Texaco” song lyrics by James McMurtry Driving west for an Abilene wedding 20 years ago, I did something that still brings me joy: taking impromptu detours off the designated route.

Body Alpine has been my home for more than ten years. I continue to be amazed at the generosity and kindness of people and businesses in our community. During the last month, I have had to deal with the passing of my husband. Each expression of sympathy has special meaning to me.