Member News & Events

Community News & Updates

• 9/12
  JV White Volleyball vs Midland Classical 4p
  JV Blue Volleyball vs Midland Classical 5p
  FSMS Volleyball @ Middle School Night @ HS Volleyball Game 5:30p
  Varsity Volleyball vs Midland Classical HS**MS Night 6p
  Varsity Football @ Pecos 7:00 P
• 9/13
  FSHS Tennis (Hobbs, NM) 10a-2p
• 9/15
  FSMS Volleyball @ Andrews 5p
• 9/16
  FSHS Tennis 4p
  JV White & Blue Volleyball @ OHS 5p
  JV Blue Volleyball @ OHS 6p
  Varsity Volleyball @ OHS 6p
• 9/18
  9th Football @ Crane 5p
  FSMS Football vs. Crane 5p
  JV Football @ Crane 7p
• 9/19
  Varsity Football vs Crane **Homecoming 7p
• 9/20
  FSMS Volleyball @ Monahans Tournament
  FSHS Tennis (Odessa) 9a
  JV Blue & JV White Volleyball @ Presidio 11a
  Varsity Volleyball @ Presidio 12p
• 9/22 School Board Meeting

Training & Resources for Business

• SBDC Webinar: AI for the One-Person Marketing Team: How to Plan, Write & Optimize Faster
  Sep 15 - 6p
  Wearing all the marketing hats? AI can help lighten the load. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to use tools like ChatGPT to brainstorm content ideas, write emails and social posts, speed up your SEO tasks, and plan campaigns more efficiently. Designed for solo marketers, freelancers, and small business owners, this session focuses on practical, time-saving workflows—not hype or shortcuts. You'll leave with simple strategies to save time, reduce burnout, and get more done without adding extra team members.
• SBA Webinar: Basics of Marketing and Branding
  Sep 16 - 12p
  Are you ready to increase profits and attract new customers? Marketing is a powerful tool that business owners can use to get noticed and attract new business. However, the many different options for marketing can seem overwhelming.
  Attend this seminar to learn about the many different types of media and marketing strategies you can use to market your business. You will also learn how to create a strong marketing message to help you earn the best return on your marketing investment.
• SBA Webinar: E-Commerce & Online Payment Systems
  Sep 16 - 2p
  With E-Commerce at the heart of many small businesses, securing online storefronts and payment systems is critical for protecting customer trust and ensuring compliance.
  This webinar explores the unique cybersecurity challenges of online sales, including protecting payment account data, securing shopping cart platforms, and managing vendor integrations. We will share actionable best practices for PCI DSS compliance, fraud prevention, and risk mitigation in the online payment environment.
  Perfect for Business Owners, E-Commerce Managers, and anyone handling online transactions.
• SBDC Webinar: Small Business AI Tools for 2025: What to use, skip, and watch
  Sep 16 - 3p
  AI tools are evolving quickly, but not all of them are worth your time. This session breaks down what actually matters for small businesses—from language models and voice AI to the next wave of automation tools. You’ll see what’s ready to use now, what to keep an eye on, and what to skip. Built around real examples and hands-on experience building AI used by major companies, this talk is for anyone who wants to stay sharp without getting lost in the noise.
  You’ll leave with a curated set of tools, playbooks, and resources to start implementing what actually works in AI for small and midsize businesses—right away.
• SCORE Webinar: Simple Steps to Start a Texas Business
  Sep 16 - 6:30p
  Learn the basic steps, in the right order, to start your Texas business. We will cover:
  - The flow - what to do first (before you start spending money)
  - How to find out if you can get customers
  - The best way to get investment in your business (hint: it's in your pockets)
  - Should you be a Sole Proprietor or should you form a Legal Business Entity like an LLC?
• SBDC Webinar: Business Tax Fundamentals
  Sep 24 - 10a
  Covers essential tax obligations and filings for small business owners and entrepreneurs.
  This session will include:
  - General business tax topics
  - Recent tax code changes
  - Important deadlines
  - Estimated tax payments
  - How to calculate what you owe
  - Real-world examples and scenarios
  - Delaying or deferring taxes
  - Paying on time
  Ideal for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to stay compliant and make smart tax decisions.
• SBDC Webinar: W-2 versus 1099
  Sep 24 - 11a
  An engaging one-hour workshop on the legal differences between employees and independent contractors.
  In this session, you'll learn:
  - Key classification distinctions
  - Legal definitions and core differences
  - Risks of misclassification
  - Fines, penalties, and back taxes
  - How to determine proper classification
  - Practical factors and real-world examples
  - Compliance guidance
  - Federal and state labor law requirements
  Whether you're launching a new venture or managing a growing team, this workshop will give you the tools to classify workers correctly and avoid costly legal issues.
• SBA Webinar: E-Commerce: A Legal Guide to Doing Business Online
  Sep 24 - 12p
  An insightful and practical workshop on the legal implications of running an e-commerce platform.
  As more businesses shift to online operations or offer both brick-and-mortar and digital storefronts, it's critical to understand the legal responsibilities and compliance challenges that come with e-commerce success.
  This session will cover:
  - Legal responsibilities for online business owners
  - Key compliance and regulatory requirements
  - Contracts, terms of service, and privacy policies
  - Intellectual property considerations
  - Online payment and data security laws
  - Real-world scenarios and common legal pitfalls
  - Opportunities to protect and grow your online business
  Ideal for entrepreneurs and small business owners who want to operate legally and confidently in the digital marketplace.

September 2025 Business Spotlight