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From all of us at the Chamber, we wish you a safe, joyful, and well-deserved
Labor Day Weekend.
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This holiday honors the spirit of hard work—and no one exemplifies that more than our local small business owners. You are the backbone of our community, the driving force behind our local economy, and the heart of Fort Stockton’s character. While many of you will spend this weekend continuing to serve others, we want to take a moment to recognize your extraordinary dedication, resilience, and impact.
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Your long hours, unwavering commitment, and personal sacrifices do not go unnoticed. You create jobs, foster innovation, and build the kind of community we’re proud to call home. We salute you, and we thank you.
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Labor Day Weekend
(Saturday, August 30, Sunday, August 31, and Monday, September 1)
Please call or email the
Chamber of Commerce!
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We will share this information on our website and at the Visitor Center to inform visitors and the community about where they can shop, dine, and find services over the holiday weekend.
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This opportunity is open to all Fort Stockton businesses, not just Chamber members. Non-members will have their business name, address, phone number, and weekend hours published, while members' listings also include logos and links.
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When emailing, please include your business name, address, phone number, and hours of operation for all three days.
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Please provide the information before 5 pm today, Thursday, August 28. Your information will NOT be included if you do not call or email with all the necessary information before the deadline.
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Youth Leadership Application Deadline is August 30
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The Youth Leadership program is open to high school seniors ready to level up their leadership skills, get involved in the community, and earn scholarship opportunities along the way. Participants will gain hands-on experience, serve their community, stand out on college applications, and build their resumes – all while exploring the community they call home. Students participate in educational sessions and community service projects throughout the year. Upon successful completion, participants are eligible for scholarship opportunities.
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The program is free of charge, but class size is limited to 25 students.
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Application deadline is 3:00 PM, August 30, 2025
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The American Legion Department of Texas is calling all veterans to attend the revitalization efforts on September 6, 2025 to bring back the glory of American Legion Post 234 right here in Fort Stockton. We will be meeting at the Chamber of Commerce, 1000 E Railroad Ave, 9am through 5pm. If you are a veteran that has served honorably since December 7, 1941, come and join us. If you are a veteran that needs help with a VA claim, come see us.
Contact Chris Holt online at c.j.holt98@gmail.com or call 940-447-1726. Find out how you can join us as we continue to serve America.
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The Grey Mule Saloon
Live Music
Friday, August 29, 7-10 pm
with Chris DeAnda
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Centennial Bar & Lounge
Teacher Appreciation Night
Friday, August 29, 7:30-10 pm
with the 201 Band
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Fort Stockton Community Theatre
Film Screening
Saturday, September 6, 4 pm
Westward the Women
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Doors open at 3:30
FREE ADMISSION
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Future screenings:
October 4 – Dial M for Murder
November 15 – Sergeant York
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TNMP final grant of the year
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Don’t miss this opportunity to positively impact your organization or an organization that is important to you! Visit https://tnmp.com/powergrants
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Applications may be submitted August 1 - 31, 2025.
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What are Power Grants? A total of $200,000 is available for grants that strengthen communities served by Texas-New Mexico Power. Grants will be funded in amounts from $2,000 - $10,000.
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Who is eligible to apply? Qualifying 501(c)(3) organizations in TNMP’s service area, including those affiliated with schools.
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Community News & Updates
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- 8/22-8/23: Prowler Volleyball vs Nita Vannoy Tournament @ San Angelo-V/TBA
- 8/25 School Board Meeting
- 9/1 Staff/Student-Holiday-Labor Day
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Training & Resources for Business
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Online Training & Webinars
Click webinar titles for more information or to register
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- Social Media Made Simple: A Real-World Playbook for Small Business Owners
August 25 - 10 am
Ready to finally make sense of social media for your business? This lively, practical session breaks down the basics—no jargon, no hype.
We’ll show you how to choose the right platforms for your audience, brainstorm and manage content that gets noticed, and track what’s really working (so you don’t waste your time).
Learn simple ways to schedule your posts and keep your efforts organized—even if you’re flying solo. Expect real-world tips, quick wins, and plenty of “aha!” moments so you can build your online presence with confidence.
- Batch Like a Boss: How to Create, Automate, and Scale Your Social Media Content
August 26 - 10 am
Running your business is hard enough, keeping up with social media shouldn’t feel like a second fulltime job. In this practical session, J Franco will show you exactly how to take control of your content process so you can show up online consistently without daily posting overwhelm.
Learn how to set up content pillars, batch your best ideas into evergreen libraries, and automate your publishing so it looks like you’re always online, even when you’re busy serving your clients. Perfect for solopreneurs and small business owners who don’t have a marketing team but know they need a strategy to stay visible, credible, and ready for growth.
Key Takeaways:
How to build content pillars so you never wonder what to post again.
Simple systems for batching and scheduling content that frees up hours every week.
Tools and techniques to create a content library that makes your brand look active 24/7 even when you’re focused on your business.
- AI Powered Marketing to Help You Show Up, Stand Out, and Amplify Your Business
August 27 - 10 am
Small business owners wear a lot of hats—and marketing can often feel like the heaviest one. In this practical and approachable session, you'll discover how artificial intelligence can help you streamline your digital marketing in the three most impactful areas:
Content creation that captures attention
Email marketing that builds relationships
Engagement tools that help you connect and grow
Whether you're running a startup, a local business, or a purpose-driven brand, you’ll learn how to use AI to simplify your day-to-day marketing tasks, generate content faster, and stay consistent—without sacrificing your mission or your voice.
No matter your experience level, you’ll walk away with practical tools and time-saving tips to start using AI the smart way.
Takeaways:
A simple framework to use AI for content, email, and engagement
Recommended tools to streamline your marketing without losing your voice
Best practices to make your AI-assisted content feel human and authentic
Hands-on practice using AI to turn your ideas into marketing-ready content
The confidence to start using AI as your marketing sidekick
- Grow Your Business with Short Form Video
August 28 - 10 am
Short Form Video is dominating social media feeds right now. Don't miss out on this growth opportunity for your brand. In this session, Founder of Fun Love Media and Social Success, Britney Crosson, will share why short form video is so effective and how to make it work for you. Britney will talk about mindset, strategy and implementation to give you a thorough overview of how to approach short form video so that you see success on social media. Get your brand the attention it deserves so that you can make the positive impact on your community that you're meant to!
- LinkedIn Glow Up: Transform Your Professional Presence in 60 Minutes
August 29 - 10 am
Transform your LinkedIn from "just another profile" into a powerful business tool that attracts ideal clients and drives real results. In just 60 minutes, you'll optimize your profile, discover your authentic professional voice, and walk away with proven content templates that turn connections into customers.
What You'll Accomplish:
Rewrite your headline and about section to hook your ideal clients
Create your personal brand voice using AI-powered prompts
Get 3 proven post templates that drive engagement and leads
Build a simple content strategy you can maintain in 15 minutes daily
Perfect for: Small business owners, entrepreneurs, and consultants ready to turn LinkedIn into their most effective marketing tool.
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