Lifestyle
Happiness in a Balloon
By Naomi Vargas, Lifestyle Writer This past weekend, my mother, grandson, and I went to the International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mex. I had never attended before, and let me tell you, if you […]
Love
Advice
Self-Care: A Beneficial Practice
Written by: Jennifer Greene As a graduate student here at Eastern New Mexico University, and someone with mental health difficulties, I felt it might be beneficial to touch on the topic of self-care. As students […]
Opinion
The Day the World Changed
By: Jennifer Ziemba Alan Jackson asked us “Where were you when the world stopped turning that September day,” back in 2001. The answer to this question is at the forefront of many Americans’ minds right […]
Around Town
We Don’t Smile Anymore
By Amanda Brown On the rare occasions that I make an appearance out in public these days, I am continually struck with a reoccurring, distressing awareness. At first, it was hard to identify exactly what […]
Advice
5 Fun and Inexpensive Valentine’s Day Date Ideas
By Andres Aguirre It’s February and love is in the air. As Valentine’s Day approaches here are some ideas for a special day with your friends or Valentine. Order Takeout Sometimes our lives are busy […]
Opinion
Love Over Fear
By: Rev. David Wilson Rogers “Be afraid! Be very afraid!” This is a message that is gaining more and more prominence in our world. It is a message that we hear regarding the changes in […]
Opinion
Thoughts on Valentines
By: Felix Hernandez While Valentine’s Day is typically associated with love, many people have differing opinions about what this special day represents/means. Christina Garcia (Portales community member) “This is a special holiday to myself. It’s […]