Tuesday, September 1, 2020

THE TERLINGUA MOON
No. 31 Vol. 35    September 1, 2020    By MaeWestern

“Without ambition one starts nothing. Without work one finishes nothing. The prize will not be sent to you. You have to win it.”   Ralph Waldo Emerson


Appointments Necessary at VA Clinics

Seems there are veterans showing up to VA clinics to find out they are closed. To all veterans: do not go to any VA clinic unless you have an appointment for that clinic on that day. Most clinics are closed and everything is done online or on phone. There are some things being done in person but those are going to be by appointment only. Questions? Contact Dennis Yancy, SFC, US Army (ret), Veterans Service Officer, Brewster County, Texas. Email: vetaff@co.brewster.tx.us  Office: 432-837-6219


The Town Electrician

The Town Electrician, Charles Turvey, Owner/ Master Electrician TECL# 31504  ME# 326558  Local, Licensed, Insured. thetownelectrician@bigbend.net  432-424-3464 (Home)  432-538-2533 (Cell)


Drop-In Park Cleanup at BBRSP

Planning to visit Big Bend Ranch State Park on Labor Day weekend? If so, here’s an opportunity to practice your Leave No Trace skills while carrying out the conservation mission of Texas State Parks! Join rangers in picking up trash along our trails and roadways for a chance to be featured on our social media pages and go home with some BBRSP swag. Don’t forget to ask a ranger about the difference between trash and “historical trash,” or artifacts, before you head out. See attached flyer for more details.


Courthouse Closed Monday

Brewster County Courthouse will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2020, in observance of Labor Day.


COVID 19 2020 Art Installation in Fort Stockton

Local West Texas artist in the Installation. Why on earth would 21 artists do 32 exhibits about the virus? Maybe the better question is why not? The very nature of art is to help people get in touch with their feelings about things that cause them discomfort. Art can push people beyond their comfort zones and make them think. That is exactly what this conception installation  does — confront and provoke the viewers’ thoughts!

The installation is free and we hope you venture out of your comfort zone and visit it. Sept. 5th (11 AM - 9 PM) at 209 W 1st Street in Fort Stockton. Meet the artists who created the art that provokes thoughts of a conception cautionary tale about the virus. The walk-thru will do exactly what it should do ... as a whole ... Make you stop, think, and discuss life since the virus. You may find some pieces controversial, so please be prepared to embrace self-reflection. Wear a mask. Please do not attend if you do not feel good.


Canyon Brew at Far Flung Outdoor Center

Come check out our new smoothies and our Canyon Freeze blended coffee!  Also serving homemade muffins, kolaches, toasted bagels, espresso, candy bar lattes, cappuccino, macchiato, and chai.  Bring your mug and save a buck!  Open at 7:00am – 11:00am, 7 days a week with quick service!


Virtual Confirmation Classes

Big Bend Episcopal Mission’s Father Mike Wallens will be offering  virtual confirmation classes. For more information, email michaelwallens@gmail.com by September 13th. Father Mike serves the congregations of St. Paul’s-Marfa, St. Stephen’s-Ft. Stockton, St. James-Alpine, and Santa Inez-Terlingua. Services continue to be held on a LiveStream that can be found on Facebook through St. Paul Marfa’s Facebook page. It is our hope that services can begin again in mid-September at Santa Inez in the Terlingua Ghostown, but only time will tell. Stay tuned and be well. The Episcopal Church welcomes all.


Terlingua Bottoms

The 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, wear masks, and practice Social Distancing...


Many Stones

Many Stones has lots of eggs $4.00 a dozen. A number of new guitars for sale. Lots of used books in very good condition. Lots of new rock bead earrings, bracelets and necklaces. September deals on Cacti. Come take a look!


Paisano Post

1st Week Happenings at Terlingua School

Ms. Orren: 8th Graders have been a big help with after school pick up. Since we have to social distance at the end of the day and can’t all gather in a herd, they act as runners, going to inform kids they are coming up in line. 

Ms. Marek: The Senior English Literature class will be contemplating what’s next, during the first 6 weeks, by reading stories, articles and a novel about how to make the right choices now to positively impact their futures.

Ms. Baumann: We have a new student council. Brooke Jenks and Shyla Garcia are the 8th grade representatives.

Ms. Reed: 10th grade Class Officers: President-Giselle Hernandez, Vice President-Melenie Orozco, Treasurer-Jennifer Contreras, and Secretary-Kaycie Krueger.


All Energies

This week at All Energies, 400 watt Q cell panels $285 each + tax, in stock. Arriving next week 375 watt Hyundai $260 each + tax and 320 watt longi $235 each + tax. Preorder 320 watt panels for $210 each. If you’ve got questions about solar or need help making your solar system work better, email casey@allenergies.net or call/text 432-242-1874 today.


Flack Electrical Services

Joshua Flack, Owner/Master Electrician TECL #31064 ME #337791   Licensed, bonded and insured   940.255.2723


Dig Terlingua

We do Septic Systems and Dirt Work. Backhoe, Bulldozer, Motor Grader & Dump Truck with Operator for Hire. Site Preparation - pads, roads & ditches. We deliver road base, gravel, sand, etc. Licensed for Septic System Site Evaluations & Installations - Commercial & Residential.Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT.  713.907.5259


This Weekend at The Starlight

Friday, September 4  ---- Buddy Vargas 6-9 PM

Saturday, September 5 ---- Early show - Aaron Lacombe 5:30 - 8:30 PM; Late show - Scott Walker and the Edge of Texas 9-Midnight

Sunday, September 6 ---- Marc Utter 6-9 PM

Be sure to check our Facebook and Instagram for nightly food specials!


Shot Time Liquor

Lucky Raffle Winner this week was #927346  Come collect your winnings!

Just before LaRona hit our world, we had just brought in some ROCKIN’ NEW BEERS. Some by request and some because they were popular in other places. Because you can’t come in and see them, We are going to refresh your brains with them here: Ballast Point Grapefruit and Sculpin. Boulevard Wheat and Jam & Berry. Goslings Stormy Ginger Beer in Regular and Diet. Marble Cholo Stout and Passionate Gosé. Paulaner Hefe-Weizen and Oktoberfest. Revolver Blood and Honey and MiCheve. Rouge Dead Guy Ale and Hazelnut Ale. Plus Santa Fe Brewing Java Stout, Social Hour, and Free Style Pilsner. 

Drop by our Drive Thru and pick up a 6-pack of something different for a change. With so many choices, you could try a different beer each week and be at it until New Year’s rolls around!  And remember to please +++Drink and Drive Responsibly +++


Espresso ... y poco mas!

Open from 7:30 a.m to 1 p.m. seven days a week. We’ve got what you need for summer!

We make incredible smoothies and iced coffee and great salads for this time of year.  Nothing better to cool you down on a hot day. We’ve got Ruebens, eggs any way you like them, amazing guacamole and so much more. Our menu has the favorites you expect and sometimes we add

daily specials.

Our environment is being kept safe for everyone so come on in! Call ahead (432) 371-3044 for your order and we will have it ready for you.


Census Update

As of August 30:  Our National response rate is: 64.9%;  Texas is: 60.3%; and South County is: 25.1%.

There are only 30 days left for you to complete your Census questionnaire. Remember that there is no citizenship question on the Census and your responses are safe, secure and protected by law. Take it online at My2020Census.gov or call (844) 330-2020. Everyone counts!

Quedan 30 días para completar tu Censo 2020. Recuerda que no hay preguntas sobre ciudadanía en el Censo y que tus respuestas están seguras y protegidas por la ley. Completa el Censo en línea en My2020Census.gov o llama al (844) 468-2020. Todos Cuentan!


Local Voter Registration Assistance Dates

September 8th, Tuesday, 1-3 at the Post Office

September 18, Friday, 1-3 at the Cottonwood

September 25, Friday, 1-3 at the Little Burro

Volunteers will have all the forms you need to register, change your address or apply for a ballot to vote by mail.


New County Commissioner Appointed

Esther Zanya Howard, maiden name DeLaO, has been appointed by Eleazar R. Cano to fill the unexpired term of Brewster County Precinct 1 Commissioner Betse Esparza. Howard has lived in Brewster County for the past seven years, was born in Santa Cruz, CA, and raised in Alpine. Esther is married to Espy Howard and has two children and three grandchildren. Howard graduated from Alpine High School and Sul Ross State University. After graduating from Sul Ross, Howard moved to McAllen where she lived for 28 years. 

In McAllen, Howard was a banker and first vice president over loan operations and compliance at Lone Star National Bank and International Bank. She also owner her own business as a bank consultant. After retiring from banking, Howard moved back to Alpine.

Judge Cano is confident that Esther Zanya Howard will do an excellent job for Brewster County and for the residents of Precinct 1.

Howard will be sworn in today at 9 am by Judge Cano via Zoom. Swearing in will be available on Brewster County’s Facebook page for anyone who would like to participate.


Meet and Greet

Sub sandwiches with Ronnie Dodson.....

Have questions for Sheriff Dodson?

Want to stop by, say hi, and show your support?

Come join us at the Jackass Flats Pavillion.

Saturday, September 12 at noon.

See you there!


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