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The Museum of the Big Bend on the campus of Sul Ross State University has once again, earned national recognition, securing the Number 7 spot in USA Today’s Best Readers’ Choice Awards for 2025. The USA Today 10 Best awards celebrate excellence across various categories, with millions of readers casting their votes each year to recognize top destinations, attractions and institutions. This honor underscores the museum’s widespread appeal and continued dedication to preserving and sharing the history, art and heritage of the Big Bend region. In 2024, the Museum of the Big Bend claimed the top position in the poll, a testament to its exceptional exhibits and community engagement. We are honored to be recognized once again among the nation’s top museums, said Dr. John Klingemann, director of the Museum of the Big
Bend. This achievement reflects the hard work and passion of our team, as well as the support of our visitors and community. We remain committed to preserving and celebrating the rich history and culture of the Big Bend region for generations to come. Beyond its permanent collection, the museum hosts rotating exhibitions, educational programs and community events throughout the year. From hands-on workshops and guided tours to thought-provoking lectures, there’s always something new to experience.
Alpine ISD announced that the installation of the new K-2 playground is coming along as scheduled. The new equipment in the playground area is set to be installed this week, with the surfacing/turf crew coming into town to finish the job. Thank you to a Stronger Connections Grant and incredible philanthropic support from the Prentice & Alline Brown Foundation, the Permian Basin Area Foundation, and the King Family foundation.
Also, Alpine Elementary School would like to extend a huge thank you to the Ellen Noel Art Museum for providing second grade students with amazing art supplies through the Art 2 Go program. This fantastic initiative brings art history, appreciation, and hands-on creativity into the classrooms-introducing
students to legendary artists like Frida Kahio, Georgia O’Keeffe, Pablo Picasso, and Henri Matisse.
It’s that time of year again and in observation of Lent Season, The Knights of Columbus-Council 5096 is proud to host their annual fish fry fundraising event. On Friday March 14, from 5-7 pm dine in or take out will be served at Our Lady of Peace Parish Hall, 406 South 6 th Street. It’s just $15 a plate. All proceeds from this event go to the charitable works making a positive impact on the local community. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased after every weekend Mass or at the door on March 14. For more information call Manny
Martinez at 830-317-0471.
Save the date for this year’s Dancing with the Big bend Stars presented by the Alpine Public
Library. Saturday March 29 th the doors at the Alpine Civic Center will open at 6 pm and dancing will start at 6:30. Tickets are $20 for a single adult ticket and $35 for couples.
Beer wine and snacks will be available for an additional donation. Votes are $5 and all money raised is for the Alpine Public Library. Dancers of any age, couples or singles are encouraged to enter this contest. Dancers will not only show off their amazing talent, they will rally their friends and families to support them by coming to the event and getting their votes. This is a great opportunity to come together, have fun and support the Alpine Public Library. For questions contact Cullen Monaco at Cullen.monaco@yahoo.com or stop by
the library.
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