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In the midst of Christmastide, we reflect on Christ’s birth from Joseph’s perspective. The Gospel appointed for the First Sunday after Christmas is from Matthew Chapter One.

Photos from the Alpine Avalanche Archives at Archives of the Big Bend, Bryan Wildenthal Memorial Library and Portal of Texas. .

GARDENER’S MAILBAG Dear Neil, I bought two yaupons (Skyward and Pride of Houston). I know that Pride of Houston is female (berry-producing).

The Fort Davis Historical Society will host its second annual art show and sale beginning March 1. The show will run through Saturday, April 26 and the theme is “Jeff Davis County Images.” Show participants must create and present their pieces that include depictions of landscapes, animals, plants, people, structures, and still lives of everything Jeff Davis County.

Meet Ollie! Ollie and his sibling Pip were abandoned at the only home they knew when their owner left without them in early November. Ollie was more concerned about being at the shelter than his brother.

Big Bend National Park will come alive with history on February 1 as the Big Bend Natural History Association (BBNHA) holds its 32nd annual Pioneer Reunion. This year’s event will take place at the Community Room at Panther Junction, offering attendees a fascinating glimpse into the rich heritage of the Big Bend region.

Legislative session begins on Jan. 14 The 89th Texas legislative session begins on Jan.

A two-day Far West Texas Community-Building Summit for our region will begin the evening of Friday, January 17, at The Granada Theatre in Alpine with a live presentation by author Doug Griffiths. His book, 13 Ways to Kill Your Community, will offer a road map for area leaders to strengthen and grow their communities through planning and collaboration.

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