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NPSOT hosts program on photosynthesis

1 month ago By News Staff

Body On Saturday, July 18, the Big Bend Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will host a program entitled, Photosynthesis: How Cyanobacteria Change Everything. The talk will be given by Warren Shaul in the Alpine Public Library at 1 p.m.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

2 months ago By News Staff

Body Over the course of the past month, FDISD has become aware of incorrect information being shared through social media platforms. The Board and I, as the new Superintendent, have strived to be open, honest, and transparent about what is happening in the District and why.

Alpine ISD approves $1.4M deficit budget

2 months ago By Kara Gerbert Managing Editor

Body The Alpine ISD Board of Trustees held a special meeting on Monday, June 29, to approve the 2026-2027 budget and compensation plan, as well as to approve the interlocal agreement with the City of Alpine for the upgrades to Manuel Payne Field.

Alpine ISD Administration Building. Photo by Kara Gerbert

Presidio County OKs water project, more

2 months ago By Kerry Laird Correspondent

Body Presidio County Commissioners Court met on Wednesday, June 24, in the Presidio County Annex. Presidio County Judge Jose Portillo, Jr., presided over the meeting.

Chillin’ out

2 months ago By News Staff

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These youngsters are taking full advantage of the newly remodeled Alpine city pool this summer. From left are Maverick and Camden McEntire, Brooklyn Hendryx, Megan, Brooklyn, and Jameson Beard, and Lindley, Keller, and Layne Lutz. Photo by Kara Gerbert

County approves ESD #2 for November ballot

2 months ago By Kara Gerbert Managing Editor

Body The Brewster County Commissioners’ Court held a special meeting on Tuesday, June 30, to hold a public hearing relating to the acceptance of the petition to place the proposed Emergency Services District #2 on the November ballot. All commissioners were in attendance.