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Nominations Open for 2024 Citizen Of The Year

Deadline for submitting nominations for

2024 Oustanding Citizen of the Year

5 pm, Friday, February 7, 2025

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Nominations Open for 2024 Citizen Of The Year
Ambassadors will meet
Tuesday, February 11 at 12 pm
at the Fort Stockton Chamber of Commerce
1000 E Railroad Ave

Member News & Events

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Fort Stockton Community Theatre

presents

Harvey

February 7 – 12
Doors will open 30 minutes before curtain
102 S Nelson St
More information at fscommunitytheatre.org

Fort Stockton Community Theatre

Fort Stockton Film Society Screening of

Roman Holiday

February 15
Doors open at 6:30, film at 7 pm
Free Admission
102 S Nelson St
More information at fscommunitytheatre.org

CASA of West Texas

Court Appointed Special Advocate Training

Training will begin on February 18, 2025
Learn more about becoming a CASA at
casawtx.org
Contact Ariel Sanchez for more information
(432) 683-1114
ariels@casawtx.org

Workforce Solutions Permian Basin

In-Person Hiring Event

Wednesday, February 19
9 am - 12 pm
461 S Hwy 285
More information: (432) 336-6382
workforcepb.org

Fort Stockton Historical Society

2025 Banquet

Thursday, February 20, 6 pm
Large Community Hall, Rooney Park
Tickets $25 each, on sale at the
Annie Riggs Museum
301 S Main St

2025 Miss Comanche Springs Rodeo Pageant

Saturday, March 22
Deadline to register is March 1
More information comanchespringsrodeo.com/rodeo-pageant

Community News & Updates

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Thanks to grantors and donors to the
Literacy Coalition of the Permian Basin,
Pecos County children from ages 0-5 years of age can receive a FREE, age-appropriate book mailed to them each month from the
Dolly Parton Imagination Library.
Visit imaginationlibrary.com to register your child today!
Tax-exempt nonprofit organizations in Pecos County are eligible to apply for
LCRA Community Grants for projects that improve the value of a capital asset by building, renovating or purchasing equipment and benefit an entire community
Learn more at lcra.org
Visit our community calendar for more Upcoming Events & Activities
Fort Stockton ISD Events/News
from www.fsisd.net
  • 1/31
    Student Holiday/Staff Work Day
    Blue Wave Regional Meet (Preliminaries) @ Andrews
    FSHS Clearinghouse Scholarship Applications Due
    JV Boys & Girls Golf @ Monahans
    Panther Tennis @ Big Lake
    JV Panther & Prowler Basketball @ Andrews 6p
    Varsity Prowler Basketball & Freshman Panthers @ Andrews 7:15p
    Varsity Panther Basketball & Freshman Prowlers @ Andrews 8:30p
  • 2/1
    Andrews B Tournament
    Blue Wave Regional Meet (Finals) @ Andrews
    Prowlers Softball Scrimmage @ Odessa
    Varsity Boys & Girls Golf @ Monahans 9a
  • 2/2
    Varsity Boys & Girls Golf @ Monahans
  • 2/3
    FSHS Student Council Blood Drive 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    Fort Stockton 8th Grade White & 7th Grade Blue @ Seminole 6p
    Fort Stockton 8th Grade Blue & 7th Grade White @ Seminole
  • 2/4
    Prowlers Varsity Softball @ Presidio
    JV Prowler & Panther Basketball vs. Greenwood 6p
    Varsity Prowler Basketball vs. Greenwood*Senior Night 7p
    Freshman Panther Basketball vs. Greenwood 715p
    Varsity Panther Basketball vs. Greenwood*Senior Night 830p
    Freshman Prowler Basketball vs. Greenwood 830p
  • 2/7
    Junior Varsity Boys Golf @ Pecos
    Panther Varsity Tennis @ Ulvade
    Varsity Girls & Boys Golf @ Pecos
    JV & Freshman Panther Basketball vs. Seminole 6p
    Varsity Panther Basketball vs. Seminole 7:30p
  • 2/8
    Junior Varsity Boys Golf @ Pecos
    Panther Varsity Tennis @ Ulvade
    Panthers Powerlifting Meet @ Kermit
    Prowlers Powerlifting Meet @ Kermit
    Prowlers Softball Scrimmage @ Alpine
    Varsity Girls & Boys Golf @ Pecos
  • 2/22
    Comanche Relays-Panther Stadium
  • 2/24
    School Board Meeting

Training & Resources for Business

Online Training & Webinars
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  • SBDC Webinar: The Playbook Series (6-Part Series)
    Feb 5, 2025 10:00 am Unleash Potential with Weekly LIONS
    Feb 12, 2025 10:00 am 90-Day Plans - Turn Dreams to Reality
    Feb 19, 2025 10:00 am Measure Success - KPIs, KAIs & Stretch Goals
    Join ActionCoach for a transformative 6-week workshop that will equip you with the tools to retain employees, reduce costs, and propel your business to new heights. Discover the art of leadership, master management competencies, streamline your daily tasks, and create a powerful 90-day plan. Learn how to measure and track progress using key metrics, ensuring your business is on track for sustainable growth and success. Secure your seat now to unlock the full potential of your business!
    This event will be available both virtually and in person. For those attending in person, it will take place at our Austin SBDC office, located at 505 E Huntland Dr. Ste 505, Austin TX 78752. Zoom link will be provided upon registration.
  • SBDC Webinar: Doing Business with TxDOT
    February 4, 10 am
    an overview of how to do business with TxDOT. Attendees will learn about TxDOT’s business processes, registration requirements, and how to position their businesses to work with the department.
  • SCORE Webinar: Writing a Winning Business Plan
    February 5, 10 am
    A business plan is a tool for thinking more clearly about your business idea. It helps you stay organized and on track, gain a better understanding of your market, confirm that your financial model is realistic, and create a long-term vision and strategy.
  • SBDC Webinar: Simple Tweaks to Increase Your Reach Instagram
    February 6, 2 pm
    The first thing to know about Instagram is this: While Instagram influencers are seemingly a dime a dozen these days, the truth is most people don’t become Insta-famous overnight.That said, Instagram has proven it’s a powerful marketing tool with staying power. There are a whopping 1 billion Instagram users and the number continues to grow everyday.No matter what you sell, it’s safe to say there are likely people on Instagram who might be interested in buying it.If you have a flair for either images or writing or even speaking (Instagram continues to add video-based features!), you can potentially reach thousands of ideal clients on Instagram–if you know how to use it right.Instagram adds new features regularly which can make the platform feel robust or complicated. But no matter how you choose to use it and how often, there are a few very simple tweaks you can make today that will explode your potential to reach new people.
  • SCORE Webinar: Basics of Small Business Lending
    February 6, 10 am
    Learn how to manage cash flow and credit for your business. Ryan defines three types of cash flow and discusses solutions and potential loans to meet your credit needs.
  • SBDC Webinar: Obtaining Credit for Your Business
    February 11, 10 am
    In this workshop, business owners will learn the value of creditworthiness and how to maintain a good business credit score. They’ll also discover the documents necessary to make a successful application for a business loan.
    This workshop will answer these big questions:
    - How do small businesses build and maintain credit?
    - How is creditworthiness measured for small businesses?
    - What is the connection between personal and business credit?
    - What documents are needed for small business credit applications?
  • SBDC Webinar: How Smart Business Owners Can Leverage Credit Cards
    February 18, 10 am
    Credit cards can be a great tool for managing cash flow, or can be helpful as a short-term loan option. And they can earn you some excellent rewards! But as a business owner, you want to avoid potentially costly pitfalls.
    Join credit expert and Nav Education Consultant Gerri Detweiler for this program where you’ll learn:
    - The pros and cons of credit cards for entrepreneurs
    - How different types of credit cards affect your credit scores
    - A common credit card mistake many small business owners make
    - The one piece of plastic you should not use in your business
    - Key differences between personal and business cards
    - How to qualify for the best business credit cards
    And more
  • SBDC Webinar: Make Your Website Work for You
    February 18, 2 pm
    discover how to create a search-friendly website that drives useraction and supports their goals. Whether launching a new website or sprucing up an old one, this workshop will help
Visit our Business Calendar for more business-related events & training

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