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Michael and Jill Fortenberry are pictured at the Big Lake Chamber of Commerce Banquet in April after Fortenberry Fabrication & Supply was awarded with this year’s Business of the Year award. Michael and Jill have made it a main point of their business to support every aspect of the community of Big Lake in anyway they can. That is a shared value with T Hill Production Services that made it a mainstay in Big Lake over the past 25 years.

Fortenberry Fabrication & Supply Boosts Operations with T. Hill Talent

A major shift in the West Texas oilfield services landscape is underway as Fortenberry Fabrication & Supply continues the legacy of T. Hill Production Services, a Big Lake institution that has …

Filing Underway in School Board Election

Filing is currently underway for the upcoming RCISD School Board Trustee Election. There are three seats up for election for the election which will be held on November 5, 2024. Those three seats are …

HEELS OVER HEAD

Reagan County Library Summer Programs

The school year is almost ending and the summer fun will begin at the County Library. Lots of different, exciting programs are in store for the summer. All programs are free of charge. For …

Julian Rodriguez Addressed the Class of 2024 as Valedictorian

Reagan County High School's Julian Rodriguez' Valedictorian Address to the Class of 2024: Good afternoon everyone. I’d like to begin by taking a moment to thank my lord and savior Jesus …

Mario De Luna Addresses the Class of 2024 as Salutatorian

Reagan County High School's Mario De Luna's  Salutatorian Speech to the Class of 2024: There are many things important in life to survive such as having money and having a job among other …
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Reagan County’s Saul Flores battles during the 800 M Run during the 2024 ASU Spring Break Invitational. Flores took 18th in the 800 M Run with a time of 2:15.62 and 7th in the 1600 M Run with a time of 4:52.70.
Reagan County Track Competes at ASU Spring Break Invitational
Reagan County ASU Spring Break Invitational 2024 Girls Results 100 M Dash: Angeleek Flores, 45th, 15.21. 200 M Dash: Jazlynn Acevedo, 24th, 29.06; Lurdes Ortiz, 38th, 30.07; Kamryn Gunnels, …
MR. 2000
Reagan County Junior Kason Brown achieved a significant milestone in his basketball career by surpassing 2,000 points during the Owls’ 71-51 victory over Sterling City on Monday. “Reaching 2,000 points means a lot to me,” Brown said. “What means even more is doing it surrounded by my family, teammates, and community.” Kason has had his sights set on this goal since childhood. “I knew at a young age that I loved the game of basketball,” he said. “Reaching 2,000 points is significant because of all the work I’ve put in that nobody sees.”
Reagan County Owls Poised for Deep Playoff Run
The Reagan County Owls have their eyes firmly set on San Antonio. As the team enters the Bi-District round of the playoffs, their goal of reaching the State Tournament comes into focus. “I think this year is our best shot at it,” Junior Kason Brown said. “We have so much talent and experience on this team. Most of that stemming from our senior leaders AJ Avalos and Raymond Saldibar.”
KASON BROWN, JARRETT BROWN, AJ AVALOS, RAYMOND SALDIBAR, NICHOLAS FRANKLIN, LEEVI KNIGHT, JOHNNY CHAVEZ, OMRIE JOHNSON & GAEL CONTRERAS
Reagan County Owls Take Sole Possession of District Lead
The Reagan County Owls sit atop District 7-2A as district play passed the mid-point. The Owls, ranked #4 in the State for 2A, traveled to Sterling City on Friday and returned home with a 69-46 win. They followed that win up with another district victory on Tuesday against Sonora by a 76-53 margin.
Reagan County Senior Raymond Saldibar takes the ball to the hoop Tuesday in the Owls’ 60-42 win over Christoval. Saldibar is a big reason for the Owls’ success this season. “Raymond has been tremendous for us,” Coach Kyle Brown said. “He has grown so much since his freshman year. He has always been athletically gifted, but the intensity and effort he plays with is outstanding. He has been solid while handling the ball and has become a very strong finisher at the basket.”  The Owls are back in action this Friday as they travel to Sterling City to take on the Eagles. That game has a 6:15 p.m. tipoff.
Owls Knock Off Christoval in Big District Showdown
The #4 Reagan County Owls took a huge 60-42 win Tuesday night over Christoval as they near the mid-point of district play. The victory brought the Owls to 5-1 in district play tying things up at the top with Christoval and Forsan. “Christoval has a lot of length on the court,” Coach Kyle Brown said. “They are a solid team with a lot of size.”
Obituaries
Richard Leon Stice
Richard Leon Stice born November 23, 1945, in Haskell Texas, passed away on August the 4th leaving behind a legacy of love & laughter. Known by all as an energetic character with his share of …
Marvis Louise Gay Wilburn
Marvis Louise Gay Wilburn was born in West Greene, Alabama, to Irving and Audrey Burton Gay on April 4, 1925. Known affectionately as “Meme” or “Aunt Sissy” by so many …
James “Jim” Miller McCoy
James Miller (Jim) McCoy, 71, of Big Lake, Texas passed away on February 24, 2024 at Shannon Hospital in San Angelo, Texas, after a brief illness. He was born to Lucian and Lura Dell (Miller) McCoy …
Concho Valley
ASU Symphony Orchestra ‘Melodies of Majesty’ Concert
The Angelo State University Symphony Orchestra will present its first concert of the fall season on Thursday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m. in the First Presbyterian Church at 32 N. Irving St. in downtown San Angelo.
The Plein Air Landscape: Selections from the Permanent Collection
The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts presents The Plein Air Landscape: Selections from the Permanent Collection, a new exhibition that will be open to the public from October 18, 2024 to February 23, 2025.
ASU News: West Texas Collection
Angelo State University’s Dr. Ralph R. Chase West Texas Collection (WTC) will host a special reception to mark the opening of its new exhibit, “Views of the Concho Country: A Pictorial …
Lone Star State

State Legislators to Tackle Skyrocketing Home Insurance Rates

Top state lawmakers plan to address soaring homeowners insurance premiums when they return to Austin in January for the next legislative session, according to the Houston Chronicle.

RRC Eyes New Rules for Geothermal Energy

Texas has been at the forefront of energy regulation and innovation for more than a century, and the RRC has new proposed rules for public comment to administer legislation in the geothermal energy front in Texas.

October Is Fire Prevention Month

While fire safety is important all year, Fire Prevention Month is the perfect time for a refresher on lifesaving steps to protect your family and home. One of the most important actions you can take is to make sure your home has working smoke alarms. In fact, smoke alarms are so critical that this year’s Fire Prevention Week (October 6-12) theme is, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you!”
Web extras
(Family Features) Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a celebration of togetherness, prosperity and the rich, authentic flavors of Indian cuisine. A perfect dish for the occasion is Jodhpuri Kabuli.
OLBG reveals 9 common casino tactics to keep customers staying and playing.
OANDA spotlights the currency pairs most likely to be affected by the volatility surrounding the U.S. presidential election.
CheapInsurance.com examines the accuracy of factory-installed car navigation systems, compares them to smartphones, and shares essential safety tips to help drivers navigate the road with confidence.
Lifestyle
How to increase your credit limit and keep a good credit score
Money.ca shares tips and steps to increasing your credit limit while also maintaining a good credit score in Canada.
Gaslighting and its impact on mental health
Rula explains the manipulation tactic of gaslighting and how it can make a person question their perception of reality.
Saving Lives: How New Approaches to Mental Health Are Revolutionizing Suicide Prevention
(BPT) - Suicide remains a critical issue, particularly among young people, but new approaches in mental health support are making a significant impact. Dr. Jessica Chaudhary, a board-certified …
What you should know about mast cell diseases
(BPT) - Do you often get a skin rash after you are exposed to an allergen or irritant? Do you also develop breathing problems and stomach issues? Bone or muscle pain? You may want to learn about mast …
Lisa Reed and a quarter million other Americans have pulmonary fibrosis, a serious lung disease, ­but early treatment can make a big difference.
A Difficult Diagnosis Sparks Hope and Support for Others—Maybe You
(NAPSI)—In 2022, Lisa Reed was eagerly anticipating her 70th birthday. She had plans to travel to Italy and was looking forward to spending more quality time with her grandchildren. But a …
Driving at sunrise and sunset may be safer with tinted vehicle windows.
Fall For Improved Vehicle Protection
(NAPSI)—With the fall season underway, the sun’s trajectory is lower in the sky, so drivers should be extra careful, especially during sunrise and near sunset. That’s when the sun’s intense …
Preparing for eating, traveling and socializing during the holidays
(BPT) - The holiday season is a joyful but sometimes challenging time, especially for people living with diabetes who may be watching their sugar intake. Between treat-filled parties and meals and …
Por qué el otoño es la mejor temporada para actualizar su unidad de aire acondicionado
(BPT) - En la medida que las hojas comienzan a cambiar de color y las temperaturas a descender, los propietarios de viviendas de todo el país se preparan con vistas a la transición …
Fall into Seafood During National Seafood Month with 3 Easy Recipes
(BPT) - October is here, which means fall is in full swing. It’s a time of year when you can enjoy vibrant fall colors, football season and cooler weather that begs for cozy meals at home and …
Digital Literacy Tips for Older Adults
(Family Features) If current trends continue, decades of gentle teasing and jokes about older adults' confusion with technology may be on their way out. Boost your digital literacy with these tips.