The Fort Stockton Pioneer

A big problem that contributes to the trash blowing around the city is when people leave the dumpsters open. The wind picks it up and the trash ends up on the street, in the trees and all over.

Seeing trash dispersed around the Fort Stockton can be a real eyesore for both residents and visitors alike. The Keep Historic Fort Stockton Beautiful board is working towards a cleaner and more … more

Aurora Sain | 8/12/19

Mark Harral resigns as city's Water Attorney; cites duties with new grant project

Mark Harral, who has served as the Water Attorney for the City of Fort Stockton for the past five years, submitted his resignation on Thursday, Aug. 8 in a letter to City Manager Frank Rodriguez, … more

8/9/19

UPDATED: City Council revises agenda; removes item to consider shifting police and finance departments under Assistant City Manager

UPDATED: The Fort Stockton City Council sent out a revised agenda at 5:53 p.m. tonight that removed an item to consider a plan to revise the city's organization chart to include the shifting of the … more

8/9/19

This weekend's garage sales

Garage Sale 1305 N. Alamo Saturday, August 10, 7 a.m. - ? Sheets, Dishes, Shoes, A Little Bit of Everything Garage Sale 1609 N. Nelson Saturday, August 10, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Two Family … more

8/9/19

Calling all groups collecting supplies for back to school

The Pioneer is collecting a list of local groups, churches, businesses and agencies that are collecting school supply donations for local children. Please send your collection information, along … more

8/5/19

Fourth grader camp

The Fort Stockton Independent School District will be hosting a camp for incoming fourth graders. The camp will be at the Fort Stockton Intermediate School on Friday August 9 from 9 a.m. to 11 … more

Staff reporter | 8/5/19

Seafood boil Aug. 23 in Fort Stockton

For one day only, a new food option is coming to the Fort Stockton area. Cupit's Catering out of Fort Worth is bringing a seafood boil to the farmers market on Aug. 24. After catering for … more

Aurora Sain | 8/5/19

Arna McCorkle has enjoyed living in Pecos County her whole life.

Pecos County People

Growing up in Pecos County gave one community member so much joy that after 68 years, she decided to never leave. Arna McCorkle, Executive Vice President of the Fort Stockton Chamber of Commerce … more

Aurora Sain | 8/5/19

Garage Sales for Aug. 2-3

Garage Sale 1104 N. Park, Saturday, August 3, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., A little bit of everything. Garage Sale 1505 N. Oklahoma, Friday and Saturday, August 2-3, 8 a.m. - ? A little bit of … more

8/2/19

Jesse Gonzales formally becomes Assistant City Manager

On Tuesday, July 30, the Fort Stockton City Council held a special session and accepted Jesse Gonzales, Jr.'s resignation as city attorney, clearing the way for him to start in his new role as … more

By Aurora Sain, Pioneer Reporter | 8/2/19

James Valenzuela named interim police chief

Fort Stockton City Manager Frank Rodriguez today announced that James S. Valenzuela has been named interim police chief effective today. more

8/2/19

Suspect caught is Pecos County Manhunt

UPDATE: SUSPECT IS NOW IN CUSTODY AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. more

8/1/19

Peadra Onsurez poses with her drawing of Frida Kahlo.

Local artist displays Frida drawing

A local artist has been recognized by the library, businesses in town and the family of Frida Kahlo. Peadra Onsurez taught herself drawing and painting 15 years ago while working an overnight … more

Aurora Sain | 7/29/19

Recreation Director Ruby Bernal has been involved with sports her whole life.

Pecos County People

An affection for sports runs in Ruby Bernal's family, making her position in the recreation department a perfect fit. Bernal is the City of Fort Stockton's Director of Recreation. She has worked … more

Aurora Sain | 7/28/19

City Council calls special meeting for July 30 regarding resignation of City Attorney

The Fort Stockton City Council has called a special meeting for 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 30 to begin the process of finding a successor for City Attorney Jesse Gonzales, who resigned his post Friday … more

7/27/19

Nelson Street Theatre renovation progressing well

Here's an update on the renovation and expansion of the Nelson Street Theatre: • the exterior stucco work has begun • front doors and windows are in • started removing ceiling tile in … more

7/27/19

Construction of new car wash forges ahead

Blue steal rises up from the foundation of the new Car-sima Car Wash under construction on Dickinson Boulevard across from Walmart. Once complete, the car wash will see cars pulled through the wash … more

7/27/19

DA: Investigation continues into death of Michael Garza

In an interview today with The Pioneer, 112th District Attorney Laurie English said that the investigation continues into an April 27, 2019 accident that claimed the life of Fort Stockton resident … more

By STEVE FOUNTAIN, Pioneer Publisher | 7/26/19

FSISD Board of Education Special Meeting on July 29

The Fort Stockton ISD Board of Education will hold a special meeting at noon on Monday, July 29 in order to consider approval of the tax rate to be published in a Notice of Public Meeting … more

7/25/19

This Weekend's Garage Sales

Garage Sale 682 W 42th Lane Saturday July 27th 8 a.m. - ? Clothes,shoes, bags and misc. items. Carport Sale 1600 N. Texas Saturday July 27th 7 a.m. - ? NO SALES BEFORE 7:00 a.m. Lots of … more

7/25/19