TERLINGUA MOON
Vol. 31. No. 29“The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction.”
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Viva Big Bend 2020 is July 24-26!
It's going to have a different look and feel this year with everything being online. It will still be a celebration of music and far West Texas that's not to be missed. RSVP (for free) at www.vivabigbend.eventbrite.com
Unofficial Brewster County Runoff Election ResultsREPUBLICANUS Rep. Dist. 23Early voting:Tony Gonzales 125Raul Reyes 174Election day:Tony Gonzales 108Raul Reyes 95Total:Tony Gonzales 233Raul Reyes 269DEMOCRATICUS SenatorEarly voting:Mary “MJ” Hegar 273Royce West 145Election day:Mary “MJ” Hegar 163Royce West 42Total:Mary “MJ” Hegar 436Royce West 187Texas Railroad CommissionerEarly voting:Roberto R. “Beto” Alonzo 119Chrysta Castaneda 293Election day:Roberto R. “Beto” Alonzo 69Chrysta Castaneda 135Total:Roberto R. “Beto” Alonzo 188Chrysta Castaneda 428State Senator, Dist. 19Early voting:Roland Gutierrez 167Xochil Pena Rodriguez 256Election day:Roland Gutierrez 78Xochil Pena Rodriguez 130Total:Roland Gutierrez 245Xochil Pena Rodriguez 386Masks for SaleCheck at the Quilt Shop!County Commissioners Court Meets TomorrowA regular meeting of the Brewster County Commissioners Court is scheduled for Wednesday, July 22 at 9:30 am, Brewster County Courthouse, Commissioners Courtroom, 201 W. Ave. E in Alpine.The governor has suspended various provisions that require government officials and members of the public to be physically present; as a result, all or some government officials may participate via Zoom. Members of the public may watch the meeting live online at www.brewstercountytx.comor Brewster County’s Facebook page. You are encouraged to participate in public comment by calling 432-538-2028. Comments are limited to five minutes per person.The Town ElectricianCharles Turvey, Owner/ Master Electrician TECL# 31504 ME# 326558 Local, Licensed, Insured, thetownelectrician@bigbend.net, 432-424-3464 (Home), 432-538-2533 (Cell)Terlingua Bottoms GroupThe Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte. The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem. We meet in a group of less than five, and practice Social Distancing! If you are ill, we respectfully ask that you stay home and call for a “telephone meeting” instead, 432-371-2073. (You can also call with any questions...) Leave a message and we’ll get back to you.Flack Electrical ServicesJoshua Flack, Owner/Master Electrician TECL #31064 ME #337791, Licensed, bonded and insured, 940.255.2723Dig TerlinguaWe do Septic Systems and Dirt Work, Backhoe Ditching, Digging, Dozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire. We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc.Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations – TCEQ #34046, 713.907.5259Shot Time LiquorHOT #### HOT #### HOT #### HOT #### HOTShot Time Liquor has everything needed to cool down in this summer heat ..... Cold Beer .....Shot Ice ..... Sweet Frozen Ice Cream Treats ...... Snacks Galore .....Twisted Tea Tall Boys ..... Bud and Bud Light Tall Boys ..... BuzzBallz .....and so many other goodies!This week’s Lucky Raffle winning Ticket is 972272. If ya look down and see that one in yer hand - we’ll lucky you! Swing thru our Drive Thru and claim your prize!!!!As always: Please remember to drink and drive responsibly.Big Bend Citizens Alliance MeetingThe Big Bend Citizens Alliance will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, July 30 at 6pm via Zoom. We are a public charity supporting the Terlingua Community Garden, Canyon View Community Park, Terlingua Recycles, Voices from Both Sides, Terlingua Visual Arts, Terlingua Dark Sky Alliance, Terlingua Cares, and Big Bend Covid-19 Pandemic Relief Fund. All are welcome to join this public meeting. For more information, agenda, minutes, and Zoom credentials, please email secretary.bbca@gmail.com with your questions.Espresso ... y poco mas!Open from 7:30 a.m to 1 p.m. SEVEN DAYS A WEEK.We’re keeping it safe, so please wear a mask. This and other practices make it possible for all of us to remain safe.We serve only Big Bend Roasters coffee. The very best and all local. All the same great menu items! Reubens, chicken salad, eggs anyway you like them, superb guacamole, super fresh salads and more made to order dishes. Our smoothies are the best around and perfect for summer weather, and flavored iced coffees, too. Call ahead 432-371-3044 for your order and we will have it ready for you. If you want to pick up, let us know the model of your car when you call and we will bring your order out to you.South County Census UpdateAs of July 19: Our National response rate is: 62.2%; Texas is: 57.1%; and South County is: 22.6%. By now you should have received your 2020 Census questionnaire. Please respond with your Census ID#: online at my2020census.gov, or by phone. At the next Food Bank distribution on July 24, you will be able to respond online, and there will be assistance if needed. If you respond you will be entered into a drawing to win prizes! Remember: an accurate census count will ensure funds for medical, food assistance, education and more. Everyone Counts!Application Info for Terlingua CSD BoardNotice is hereby given that applications for a place on the Terlingua CSD Board of Trustees.For ballot applications and more info, visit https://www.terlinguacsd.com/395019_3 or call 371-2281.Regular Election ballot held on November 3, 2020 may be filed during the following times:July 20, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMJuly 21, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMJuly 22, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMJuly 23, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMJuly 27, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMJuly 28, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMJuly 29, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMJuly 30, 2020 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMAugust 3, 2020 - August 7, 2020 8:00 AM - 4:00 PMAugust 17, 2020 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMPhysical address for filing applications in person for place on the ballot:(Dirección a fisica para presentar las solicitudes en persona para un Iugar en Ia boleta)Terlingua CSD Office550 Roadrunner CircleTerlingua, TX 79852Address to mail applications for place on the ballot (if filing by mail):(Dirección a donde enviar las solicitudes para un Iugar en Ia boleta (en caso de presentar por correo))Terlingua CSDPO Box 256Terlingua, TX 79852Tidbits from The Terlingua Moon, Nov. 10, 1994:MOON SURVEYThis week’s question was: How often do you go to the Chili Cook-off?Every year 6Often 6Occasionally 5Rarely 7One time 19Used to go, don’t anymore 8Only when/because I have to 5Only by accident 1Never 22Total Sample 79CHILI CHAT“Aren’t you glad it only comes once a year?”“It’s been an intense week.” “In tents or RV?”“Been there, done that.”“It’s sort of like going to the beach. You get there and it’s sand in your butt and everything.”“I got there in time to see the winner of the wet T-shirt contest make her acceptance speech.”“It’s not beneath me to go to one, but I don’t make a habit of it.”“I’m waiting for the video.”
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