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Big Bend announces temporary closures
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Big Bend National Park (BBNP) has announced two closures that will affect visitation to certain areas of the park this month. Beginning last Thursday, park officials announced the annual closing of select areas in the Chisos mountains to help protect nesting Peregrine falcons.
McMullen sentenced to seven years in prison
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Former Terlingua resident Harold Lee McMullen, 74, was sentenced to 87 months in prison for the possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) in an Alpine federal court.
Early voting begins on the 20th
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Early voting for the March 5 primary is set to begin on February 20 and continues until March 1. Locally, there are three contested races, two on the Republican ballot and one on the Democratic ballot.
Fightin’ Buck baseball is off to a good start
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The Alpine Fightin’ Buck baseball team will begin strong this season with six starting return players. Although they lost an equal number to graduation, Coach Adam Llanez believes his team will be contenders in district play.
New thrift store benefits child victims
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Amidst the vast landscapes of West Texas, a beacon of hope is shining bright as the Children’s Advocacy Center of the Big Bend (CACBB) proudly unveils Charity Thrift, a thrift store with a purpose.
Museum of the Big Bend to host guitarist, film producer, Sul Ross instructor
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Nicolas Hurt is a talented guitarist, film producer, and music instructor at Sul Ross State University, and the Museum of the Big Bend will host the artist for a free showing on Friday, February 2.
Cowboy Poetry slated for mid-month
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The Lone Star Cowboy Poetry Gathering will take place on the campus of Sul Ross State University February 15-17. This is a three-day celebration of cowboy poets, musicians, and enthusiasts from across Texas and beyond.
