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Cops searching for missing person

5 months ago By News Staff

On Nov. 8, 2023, Justin Joseph Urrutia went missing around mile marker 325 off I-10, close to the Sheffield area, after abandoning his vehicle in the pasture. He is a 41-year-old white male, 5-foot-10, 150 pounds, brown hair, and blue eyes, unknown type of clothing. He does have some medical issues and has deep dimples in both cheeks.

The Pecos County Sheriff's Office conducted an extensive search with the help of DPS and the use of all equipment that was made available.

Unfortunately, we were unable to locate him.

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All but one constitutional amendments pass

5 months ago By Staff Report

The state of Texas passed 13 of the 14 constitutional amendments on the ballot in Tuesday’s statewide general election. Proposition 13, which increased the mandatory retirement age for state judges, failed statewide, with 62.58% voting no. The proposition failed 602396 in Pecos County.

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Fast-acting cops catch alleged liquor store robber

5 months ago By Shawn Yorks

The quick action of the Fort Stockton Police Department and Pecos County Sheriff’s Department resulted in the apprehension of a man who reportedly broke into Wholesale Liquors early on the morning of Nov. 6.

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Jackson competes at state

5 months ago By News Staff

Old Settlers Park in Round Rock was the site for the UIL State Cross Country meet Nov. 4. Alissandra Jackson, a senior from Fort Stockton High School, demonstrated her experience and never quit attitude in completing the tough two-mile race in 12:16.39 to claim 38th place out of 151 runners from across the state.

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INMATE ARREST REPORTS

5 months ago By News Staff

It is important to note that an arrest should not be considered as evidence of guilt. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

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Construction ongoing at new fire station

5 months ago By News Staff

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PUBLIC SENTENCING DISPOSITIONS

5 months ago By News Staff

*Rodolfo Valentino, DOB 9/2/1986, Offense Date 9/25/2022 (CR25083, Driving While Intoxicated First Offense) Defendant pleaded guilty and was sentenced to one-hundred eighty (180) days in the county jail, suspended for nine (9) months on community supervision; $1,000.00 general fine; $100.00 mandatory fines; $60.00 restitution; $270.00 court costs; $132.00 reimbursement fees; zero (0) hours of community service; $60.00 monthly community supervision fee.

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Carniceria La Unica Mexican Meat Market

5 months ago By Kerry Waldrip

Carniceria La Unica, located at 1501 N. Front Street, is first and foremost a Mexican meat market, but they offer up an excellent variety of hot takeaway items. Grilled meats go very well in a tortilla or torta, and the one that puts the goodies together, Ms. Claudia Beltran, is a master of her art. Selections include your choice of brisket, barbacoa, chicharron, asado, pastor, chicken or discada.

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Aerial survey conducted at old fort

5 months ago By Kerry Waldrip

Mike Allison of Raptor Aerial Services visited the Old Fort on Monday, with Jim Hatcher and Ross Harper in tow. Mr. Hatcher is the President of the Fort Stockton Historical Society and Mr. Harper is the curator of the Annie Riggs Museum.

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SPIRITS OF THE RIVER A ROUSING SUCCESS

5 months ago By News Staff

With more than 250 school children in attendance from Big Lake, Fort Stockton, Iraan and Imperial, the Fourth Annual “Spirits of the River” gathering at Horsehead Crossing enjoyed another successful event.

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Fort Stockton Indoor Sports Facility to break ground January 2026

Apr 11, 2024 - 05:19

The Pecos County Commissioners Court met in a regular session on Monday, April 8, with multiple agenda items. After the invocation and approving previous meeting minutes, the court proceeded to approve the following items.

CATCHING SOME AIR

Apr 11, 2024 - 05:19

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City Council honors Special Olympians

Apr 11, 2024 - 05:19

In regular session on April 8, the For Stockton City Council hosted a celebratory reception and formally recognized the Fort Stockton Special Olympics members for a successful season and for taking home the gold medal against six other teams in Odessa on March 23. The team consisted of Israel Carrasco, Alexis Duarte, Steven Flores, Arnie Haro, Mario Figueroa, William Mehlberg, Elva Lujan, Jo-Jo Lopez, Anthony Rosa, Elvira Carrasco, Reynaldo Sanchez and Andrew Baiza. All were presented with certificates of recognition. Coaches were also recognized including Chel Duarte, Gabriel Hernandez, Robert Guinn and Orland Baiza. Coach Duarte thanked the council and added “It’s been a while since these kids have had any recognition… thank you so much for bringing us back up here. We try to be the best ambassadors that we can, representing Fort Stockton at the highest level. Whenever they ask us, where are you guys from, whether we’re in Amarillo, Abilene, San Angelo or those places we go to, we tell ‘em, it’s Fort Stockton. It’s Fort Stockton, Texas, with Comanche Springs flowing at times. Thank you so much, we appreciate this from the bottom of our hearts.”

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Recently, several Special Olympians were recognized by the Fort Stockton City Council for their outstanding achievements. Photo by Kerry Waldrip

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