Sul Ross State University, a cornerstone of higher education in West Texas, has announced a major $26 million renovation project aimed at expanding its Fine Arts facilities and modernizing Fletcher Hall dormitory. This initiative underscores […]
Category: Alpine
Cow Dog Food Truck Launches Viva Cow Dog & Café in Alpine, Enhancing West Texas’s Culinary Map
The renowned Cow Dog Food Truck, a fixture in the West Texas culinary scene, has broadened its appeal with the recent launch of Viva Cow Dog & Café. Nestled at 215 E. Holland Ave. in […]
Presidio County Lawyer Rod Ponton Reflects on Early Role in Texas Chain Saw Massacre as Film Celebrates 50th Anniversary
As The Texas Chain Saw Massacre marks its 50th anniversary, memories resurface for many who were involved in the 1974 horror classic. One such individual is Presidio County attorney Rod Ponton, who had a brief […]
Big Bend Telecom Acquires TDS Telecom’s Cable Operations in Alpine and Fort Stockton
Big Bend Telecom, LTD. (BBT), a key telecommunications provider in West Texas, has announced a significant expansion of its service footprint through the acquisition of TDS Telecommunications LLC’s (TDS®) cable operations in Alpine and Fort […]
Alpine’s Gallery on the Square Destroyed in Fire; New Big Bend Gallery to Open
A fire that broke out on May 26th, 2024, completely destroyed Gallery on the Square along with several adjacent businesses, including Judy’s Bread and Breakfast, Eva’s Salon, and Snazzy Things. Fortunately, no lives were lost […]
Viva Big Bend 2024: Schedule and Ticket Information
Passes for Viva Big Bend 2024 are available at vivabigbend.com or at the box office during the event. The box office will operate at the following times and locations: Event Schedule Wednesday, July 24 Thursday, […]
Fire Destroys Historic Buildings in Alpine, Fundraisers Launched to Support Affected Businesses
A devastating fire on Sunday, May 26, has left several businesses in downtown Alpine, Texas, grappling with significant losses. The blaze, which erupted at 109-115 West Holland Avenue, has destroyed historic structures and prompted a […]
John B. Poindexter Named 2024 West Texas Conservationist of the Year
John B. Poindexter, a prominent steward of Texan land and history, was recognized as the 2024 West Texas Conservationist of the Year at an event hosted by the Borderlands Research Institute (BRI) at Sul Ross […]
Texas Ranger Malcom White Accused of Communication Misconduct and Evasion
Concerns Arise Over Lack of Professionalism and Transparency in Law Enforcement Communication In a recent and disconcerting turn of events, Texas Ranger Malcom White has come under scrutiny for his refusal to communicate through official, […]
Big Bend’s Own “Zoom Cat Lawyer” Rod Ponton Eyes Future in Legal Practice and Community Projects
Rod Ponton, famously known as the “Zoom Cat Lawyer” after a viral video mishap during a virtual court hearing made him an internet sensation, is setting his sights on new horizons within the legal field […]
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