Terlingua Moon

Volume 32, No. 16

April 20, 2021 

by FreeBird

“Governments are different, and philosophies are different, but when it comes down to it, a schoolteacher is a schoolteacher is a schoolteacher. A butcher is a butcher is a butcher. We are people. And we are far more common than we ever imagine.”
Craig Mazin

FIREFIGHTERS AIDED BY WEATHER  An increase in cooler temperatures and higher humidity has significantly paused growth of the South Rim 4 fire over the past 24 hours to 1,341 acres and 60% containment.  Because there are no control lines in the rocky country, it will take at least several days of monitoring and "cold trailing" to check for hot spots, to increase further containment numbers.

Update:  Big Bend Fire Suppression Evolves to Repair  Crews Work to Clear Trails, Assess Fire Impacts.  With increased success in fire containment and no growth in fire acreage, firefighters at Big Bend National Park have changed the focus from fire suppression to rehabilitation of damaged areas and repair.

Updated Update:  SOUTH RIM FIREFIGHTERS CONTINUE TO MAKE PROGRESS.  Hotspots remain in Boot Canyon and Juniper Canyon areas, but the size of the South Rim Fire continues to hold at 1,341 acres with containment at 60%.  Hotshot crews will demobilize today (4/19/21), but the Diablos will remain on the scene.  Fire personnel will continue to monitor the fire area and aid with rehabilitation of damaged areas.  Bucket drops by helicopter will continue as needed.

To view the full news releases, please visit the Big Bend National Park news release page:  https://www.nps.gov/bibe/learn/news/newsreleases.htm.

Town Hall Meeting  Brewster County Commissioner Sara Allen Colando will hold a town hall meeting on Saturday, April 24th 11:00 AM at the Red Pattillo Community Center to answer questions about Dark Sky Preservation measures in the tri-county area.  We'll be focusing on the County's outdoor lighting ordinance, the recent debate over legislation to amend the tax code, and what "dark sky friendly" lighting practices look like.  If the weather is nice, we'll stay outside on the Community Center front porch.  If we have to move the meeting inside, mask wearing is recommended per CDC guidelines.  I hope to see you there!

Be thoughtful  Many of us share a dumpster and their fees.  Costs are going up on everything imaginable.  Be mindful of the honest, proportional sharing of your cost in relation to your allotment of dumpster space.  Simply put: If you know 5 people are sharing, DO NOT take more than 1/5th of the dumpster space in a total week's time; from Thursday to Thursday.  Be considerate; play fair.

Broadband Survey  Are you tired of unreliable internet - or no internet at all!?  Connected Nation Texas and the Tri-County Broadband Initiative (Brewster, Presidio, and Jeff Davis Counties) are conducting an assessment of the current broadband environment to determine usage, access, and needs of our communities.  The survey responses will be used to inform a local technology action plan to improve the broadband infrastructure of the tri-county area. Find your county and complete the survey online here:  linktr.ee/riocog.

Basecamp Terlingua  is looking for one or more full or part-time housekeepers.  Pay starts at $12 but will move up to $15 if it’s a good fit.  All full-time employees are guaranteed a salary of $40,000 after 9 months of employment.  Must be hard-working, have strong attention to detail and be a team player.  Must be available weekends.  Must be able to work legally in the US.  Spanish speaking a plus.  Please email dymphna@basecampterlingua.com or call 432-294-4611 to apply.

Basecamp Terlingua is hiring for our reservations team!  Pay starts at $12/hour but increases to $15 after training.  Must have high computer literacy, customer service skills and be available evenings and weekends.  Position is part time to start, 20-25 hours/week.  Lots of opportunities for raises, more hours and more responsibility.  At 9 months of employment, full-time employees will automatically be bumped to a salary of $40,000.  Email carrie@basecampterlingua.com for more information or to apply.  Resumes a plus.

School of Constructive Arts End of Year Celebration!  Come help us celebrate the end of our first Student Volunteer term! We will make a presentation on earth based building and have a small adobe workshop before enjoying wood-fired pizza cooked in our recently constructed earthen pizza oven.  Bring a dish and a friend and join us in celebrating the School of Constructive Arts!

When: April 25 Noon to Night

Where: 1316 Snake Road, Alpine, TX 79830

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Big Bend National Park  We are excited to announce the official unveiling of the Big Bend National Park app!  Not only is the app a great resource to assist with your trip planning, but it can also be downloaded in its entirety for use anywhere in the park - even in areas where cell phone service is not available.  And if you know Big Bend, you understand the importance of that feature!  View Big Bend and other National Park Service sites by downloading the National Park Service App.

NOW HIRING!!!  The Terlingua Trading Company has a position open for a part time cashier/receiving clerk, please stop by the store for an application.

Earth and Fire Gallery  This is the last week featuring Marti Anderson and her pastel and oil creations.  She’s brought sunshine and rainbows to the Gallery. 

Saturday we’ll welcome Richard D. Curtin with his Big Bend Booglie-Woogie show.  He’ll be here through May 25.  Our partner artists are always adding new treasures so you’ll have lots of opportunity to choose your own piece of the Ghostown of Terlingua!

The Terlingua Bottoms Group of AA  meets every Thursday at 7:30 at the Big Bend Church in Study Butte.  We wear masks during the meeting, and observe distancing.  The meetings are open to anyone who has or thinks they may have a drinking problem.  If you are ill, we respectfully ask that you stay home and call for a "telephone meeting" instead, 432-371-2073.  Leave a message and we'll get back to you.

BBCA  The Big Bend Citizens Alliance will hold a regular meeting on Thursday, April 29th at 6:00 PM via Zoom.  We're 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, and Terlingua Cares.  All are welcome to join this public meeting.  For more information, agenda, minutes, etc, please email secretary.bbca@gmail.com or call Sara at 371-2902 with your questions.

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 - TCEQ #34046.

Whatever you need dug – WE DIG IT.  713.907.5259

Mavericks' Ice House  Open Mic every Wednesday 7-9pm with DJ Waylon Spinnings.  Bring your own vinyl and we'll take it for a spin!!  Watch our facebook and instagram for updates on live music!  

Upcoming Live Music/Events

Monday 4/19 Paint n Sip 7-9

Wednesday 4/21- Open Mic/BYOV (bring your own vinyl)

Saturday 4/24- Moses Martinez 7-9pm

Tuesday 4/27 Betty Benedeadly 7-9pm

Saturday 5/1 Stone Wheels 7-9pm

Saturday 5/15 Kathy and Michael Broussard 7-9pm

Friday 5/28 Darrin Kobetich

Saturday 5/29 Darrin Kobetich

Lots of open dates- musicians please contact mandyatmavericks@gmail.com to book a gig!!

Paisano Post from Terlingua CSD  

From Mr. Anthenat:  Congratulations to the 2020-21 robotics class (Edwing, Haziel, Chase, Gimena, Melenie, Giselle).  They placed 6th in the El Paso League Tournament (Remote).  They also received a trophy for the Judges Award, which recognizes teams who embody important values like teamwork, creativity, innovation and the value of the engineering design process. 

From Ms. Orren:  5th 6 Weeks Honor Roll Achievements:  All A's: 1st: Killian, 2nd: Michael, Aylynn, 3rd: Melissa, 4th: Michelle, Hank, 5th: Rhylee, 7th: David, 8th: Luna, Brooke, 9th: Yareli, 10th: Kaycie, Melenie, 11th: Chasin, 12th: Taylor.  A/B: 1st: Daleyza, Aniah, 2nd: Rodolfo, Sofia, Anton, 3rd: Andrew, Alyssa: 4th: Xiomara, Mileiry, Diego, 5th: Exavier, Irelynn, 6th: Melody, 7th: Amy, Karla, 8th: Shyla, Myranda, Damian, 9th: Maria, Laila, 10th: Giselle, Jenni B., Ethan, Chase, 11th: Maritza, Gimena, 12th: Brody.

From Ms. Willmon:  The Art III Class toured some of the installations and attended a screen printing class at The Chinati Foundation in Marfa on Wednesday, April 14.  Thank you Chinati!

From Coach Mendoza:  Area Track Qualifiers: Gimena- Discus, Colton- High Jump, 100M Dash, & 200M Dash.  Regional Track qualifier-100 Meter Dash-Coltan, and Regional Golf Qualifier- Karime. 

Go Paisanos!

From Ms. Pena:  In preparation for the SAT college entrance exam, Luna, Shyla, Brooke, Yaritza, Cynthia, Maria, and Laila took the PSAT 8/9 and Kenea took the PSAT 10 at school April 13th.  

Way to get a jump on preparing for college, Paisanas!

From Ms. Reed:  Competition Results from UIL Regional Academics held April 16-17th at Angelo State University: STATE BOUND: Caelan Devine Ryan: 1st Place Science, Top Biology Score, Top Physics Score, and 2nd Place Team.  Additional team members earning 2nd Place Science Team out of 8 Teams were Chasin 24th, Jennifer C. 41st, and Maria 45th.  STATE BOUND: Melenie Orozco, 2nd Place in Headline Writing.  Also, representing the school's debut at Regionals, as a team, in Computer Science, and earning 4th place out of 8 teams: Jakeline 7th, Brody 8th, Kaycie 12th, and Ethan 14th. 

Proud of you Paisanos!

Santa Inez-Terlingua Ghostown Church  Father Mike Wallens of St. Paul's Marfa will hold services this Sunday, April 25th at 5pm. All are welcome. Come and join us and come as you are.

Taqueria El Milagro  We specialize in all kinds of tacos, great steaks, elote, stuffed baked potatoes, chili rellenos and more.  Come by and check out our super menu.  A fun outdoor restaurant with great seating and authentic Mexican food.  We're BYOB so make your own party.  We serve from 5-10 PM Wednesdays through Sundays.  Drive through and to go orders call:  432 371 2060.

Espresso ... y poco mas  Come for the best coffee in town and stay for the home-cooked breakfasts or lunches.  We have it all from eggs cooked to order, burritos, salads, sandwiches, and smoothies.  Add on the comfortable outdoor seating, free wifi, local newspapers and you may stay all morning just enjoying the views.  7 days a week from 7:30 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Water Testing Kits  Water testing kits will be available at Terlingua Ranch Lodge HQ this Saturday April 24th at noon.  $10.00 each.  (All the free ones are already gone.)  Fresh water samples must be dropped off for testing in Alpine May 4 between 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m.  

The Groundwater District is trying to arrange a pickup in Terlingua but they don't know for sure yet.  If they can't pick them up for us, let's try to "carpool" our samples.  Please see flyer for details about the water sampling.

Women Veterans Program  The WVP will be participating in multiple events this month.  Topics include:  Connecting Women Veterans to Benefits and Services; Into the Light: Military Sexual Trauma; Women Warrior Empowerment; Uncommon Cents: Building a Solid Financial Foundation.  These FREE events are open to all veterans and veteran supporters are encouraged to attend.  And, don't forget about our Financial Wellness Series that's kicking off this week.

For more information on how to register for the events, contact:
Krystle Matthews, Ed.D., HRD

Women Veterans Program Manager

Texas Veterans Commission

Cell: (832) 728-3624

krystle.matthews@tvc.texas.gov

www.tvc.texas.gov

Helping Veterans Starts Here

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