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After six hours of practice in one day, Alpine’s All-Region students delivered an amazing performance at the All-Region Band Concert in Crane on January 22. “Their dedication, discipline, and musicianship truly shone on stage. I am incredibly proud of all our students and their hard work, commitment, and outstanding achievement representing Alpine,” said AMS Band Director Marina Azar. Students selected for the following All-Region bands include:

First Christian Church For Christians who follow the liturgical calendar, we are currently in the Season of Epiphany, which this year began on December 28. The Biblical text is found in Matthew 2:1 -12 and includes the Visit of the Magi (the 3 Wise Men).

Dear Neil, My pomelo citrus is struggling. It’s going on its third year. Its growth is very slow, and the leaves have turned from dark green to a very light green color. I fertilize it every four to six months. I use a spike to make 6-in. holes evenly spaced around the plant, then I use the recommended amount of food. I try to water it properly, but I’m careful not to overwater it. I also have a lemon, kumquat, and lime tree, and they’re all doing fine without troubles. What can I do?

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WEEK Meet Marina! This cutie was transferred in from another rescue to Alpine Animal Services in early January. She is super sociable and loves people; she will jump into your arms for a snuggle.

Send your community events to kara.gerbert@alpineavalanche. January 29 Upcoming Voter Registration, Morgan University Center, Sul Ross, E Sul Ross Ave, Alpine, TX.11 am – 2 pm January 30 Birding for Beginners, Davis Mountains State Park, 9AM January 30 Upcoming Voter Registration, Terlingua Post Office, 53600 TX-118, Terlingua, TX, 11 am – 4 pm January 30-February 1 Alpine Wildlife Weekend January 30 Travel Talk, Alpine Public Library, 7 pm, when retired NPS ranger Valerie Naylor will present a talk on America’s National Parks: The Quest To Experience Them All.

It may seem a little early to be talking about spring, but until recently, the weather has been mild, to say the least. I suspect I’m not alone, so if we’re not going to have a true, deepfreeze winter, we might as well let things warm up so we can get back outside. This time of year also brings thoughts of summer weight-loss goals, lighter spring meals, eating a little better, and, of course, the countdown to the Masters.

A special program is planned for Saturday, January 31, at 1 p.m. in the Jeff Davis County Library, highlighting kachina figures also known as “katsinas.” Everyone is invited to “Art, Archeology, and the American West: The History of Katsina Figures,” presented by retired archeologist Tim Roberts, showing stunning pieces from his personal collection. Attendees are invited to bring their own kachinas to the program as well.

The Sul Ross State University Theatre Program’s production of “True West” by Sam Shepard has been invited to perform at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival, February 20-24, in Abilene.