Opinion

Out in the West Texas town of Valentine, now population 78 per the recent Census, I fell in love with an idea. As Valentine’s Day approaches, our little pueblito takes the opportunity to shine as folks seek out the cancellation stamp designed by one of our students.

“A father’s goodness is higher than the mountain, and a mother’s goodness deeper than the sea.” — Japanese Proverb I did something dumb a few days ago. That’s not a news flash and certainly not uncommon enough to warrant a column.

To Sheriff Dodson Dear Sheriff Dodson, I have long been impressed with your work since becoming sheriff. Though I will not try to review all of the reasons why, a recent experience has presented a striking example.

“Everything is changing.

With each new year, comes new beginnings and endless opportunities. The same is true in city government, where each year, we can look forward to many chances to provide public service to our community.

Sul Ross State University students who graduated from high school or were home-schooled in Brewster, Jeff Davis or Presidio counties are encouraged to apply for the Bechtel Scholarship. Eligible recipients will be awarded $750, which can be applied to college expenses of the student’s choosing.

“If you drive a car, I’ll tax the street, If you try to sit, I’ll tax your seat, If you get too cold, I’ll tax the heat, If you take a walk, I’ll tax your feet.” — “Taxman” song lyrics by The Beatles Every January, we charge into the new year filled with hope and optimism.

It’s about immigrants and immigrants are not about drugs. We should stop confl ating the two issues. Immigrants are basically of two types – those fleeing danger in their homeland and seeking asylum in the US and those coming here for jobs or to reunite with their families.

“Water, water, everywhere, nor any drop to drink.” These words written by Samuel Taylor Coleridge came to my mind as I surveyed the water leak in Alpine on Christmas day. Water was flooding the parking lot of the U.S. Attorney’s Office next to the Federal Courthouse on Highway 118.

“One day your life will flash before your eyes. Make sure it’s worth watching.” ― Gerard Way, American singer, songwriter, and comic book writer.