Opinion

For those of you who may not be aware, Cuba is an island country run by a dictatorial Communist regime. This regime has in the past been openly admired by members of the U.S. Democrat Party. One can only wonder what it is they support.

The City of Alpine has implemented some significant changes in the past few months. First, the city has decided to produce a monthly column in the Alpine Avalanche to keep citizens informed and up to date with the city government.

They say that nothing is certain in life except death and taxes. While those two certainties are undeniable, we need to make sure that family-owned businesses, including farms and ranches, aren’t taxed to death.

If you are reading this piece, be advised that a meeting between the City of Alpine council members and Brewster County Commissioner’s Court did not take place July 21. What did occur was a social function, specifically the breaking of bread among friends.

Protecting our herds from pests and disease is a constant chore. Cattle producers are on the front lines, working with researchers and animal health officials to identify new threats and mitigate risks to the cattle industry.

A few weeks ago I was slightly overcharged for a few items purchased at the Porter’s Fifth Street Alpine store due to a misleading disconnect between the flyer ad and the shelf sale signs.

The island Krakatoa split apart and nearly disappeared in 1883 when the volcano Krakatoa spewed 20 million tons of sulfur into the atmosphere.

I will soon be away from Alpine for a bit to help my dad celebrate his 100th birthday. Yes, 100 years.

We would like to thank the community and visitors from all over the country for joining us for the 50th Fourth of July Celebration hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Alpine. We had a perfect evening after the rain.

Thank you for the chance to recognize the achievement of the City of Alpine and clarify the public narrative regarding its updated outdoor lighting ordinance.