By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has confirmed three cases of measles in Lea County, officially declaring an outbreak on Feb. 14. This follows a surge in neighboring Gaines County, Texas, where cases jumped from two to 48 in just two weeks. While officials suspect a link, no direct…
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A Lord of the Rings Review 20 Years Later
By Staff Writer: Julia Simmons Growing up, I was a serious Harry Potter fangirl. I never had any interest in LOTR, despite my parents, siblings, friends, and teachers insisting I would enjoy the movies. I remember the media at the time pitted the two fantasy series against each other, and I had no desire to…
Is Theater Culture Dead?
By Staff Writer: Julia Simmons Recently, I went to the movies for the first time in over a year. I used to love going to movie theaters as a child, but with the number of streaming services available now, I haven’t felt the need to go. The movies have become much more expensive, and I…
From Joke to Phenomenon: The Rise of “Hello Kitty Island Adventure”
By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach What started as a joke on “South Park” back in 2006 has turned into one of the biggest hits in cozy gaming. “Hello Kitty Island Adventure” was first released as an Apple Arcade exclusive on June 28, 2023, but after gaining a loyal following, it got a major revamp and…
Magic in the Mundane: Local Author GM Katz Proves Creativity Thrives Anywhere
By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach For many stationed at Cannon Air Force Base, Eastern New Mexico can feel like just another stop. The flat landscape and quiet towns might not seem like a hub for creativity, but beneath the surface, artists and writers are making their mark. One of them is GM Katz, a local…
ENMU Time Capsule Update
By Staff Writer: Julia Simmons Forty years down, ten to go! If you have ever walked past the Administration Building, you have been in the presence of history and hadn’t even realized! In front of the building is a hip-height monument, with a plaque that reads, “Placed here by Student Senate April 8, 1985. To…
ENMU Coach Nona Borden Promoted to Head Coach of Women’s Soccer
By Staff Writer: Grace Rofii Last month, the head coaching job for Eastern’s women’s soccer team was given to coachNona Borden. Borden started at ENMU in August of 2024 as the women’s soccerassistant coach; however, in October 2024 she took over as the interim head coach of theteam. This will be the first head coach…
Duolingo’s viral marketing stunt “kills” Duo the Owl
By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach Duolingo has once again mastered the art of viral marketing, this time by “killing off” its beloved green owl mascot in an elaborate stunt that sent social media into a frenzy. On Feb. 11, the language-learning app posted a dramatic announcement on X: “Duo, formally known as The Duolingo Owl,…
The Beat of Portales: DJ FoulMouth J on Music and Community
By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach For DJ FoulMouth J, music is more than entertainment. It is a necessity. Born in Roswell and raised in Artesia, he has spent the last decade in Portales, where he has become a staple in the local DJ scene. “I’ve always been a collector of music,” he said. “People just…
Color Analysis: How Wearing the Right Shades Can Elevate Your Entire Look
By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach Color analysis, a practice rooted in color theory, has made a striking comeback in recent years, with social media fueling its popularity. The method categorizes individuals into seasonal palettes: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. It is based on skin undertones, eye color, and hair shade. By wearing colors that complement…