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By Staff Writer: Jacob Mattox The construction of a new freeway interchange in Los Lunas, New Mexico has begun as part of a major project that aims to improve transportation in Valencia County. The interchange will provide a new connection between Interstate-25 and Highway 314, giving residents and commuters an additional route to their destinations.   The commute…

By Staff Writer: Kayla Kocher As grocery prices remain elevated, avoiding food waste can be one way for students to protect already tight budgets. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported grocery prices were 2.4 percent higher in February 2026 than they were in February 2025. For students sharing a kitchen, that can mean paying closer…

By Staff Writer: Grace Anders The Driftless region in Southwest Wisconsin is home to stunningly beautiful public parks and nature reserves. During the cold winter months, these outdoor spaces get much less foot traffic as people opt for indoor activities. To draw attention to the beauty of nature in winter, a local non-profit called Friends of Vernon County Parks and Forests organized a…

By Staff Writer: Chasity Zepeda The final year of college can feel like a balancing act. Between finishing coursework, applying for jobs, and managing daily responsibilities, it is easy to feel stretched thin.  Currently, I am substitute teaching while completing my communication degree with an emphasis in Public Relations. Subbing has taught me patience, adaptability, and how…

By Staff Writer: Jacob Mattox The world of college athletics is rapidly changing and the University of New Mexico is no exception. As of 2021 the NCAA has allowed college athletes to profit off of their name, image, and likeness (NIL). Meaning athletes can get paid off of their products, sponsorships, and promotions on social…

By Staff Writer: Marcos Baltierrez In the downstairs of the Campus Union Building there is a place that is open to all. It is called the Multicultural Center   It is home to multiple offices that represent many of the cultural areas from around the world that you can find at Eastern New Mexico University.  They are five main offices that make…

By Staff Writer: Shawna Hamilton Bring on the crack of the bat! Baseball fans are excited that spring training has begun. The Phoenix, Arizona, area is home to the Cactus League. Florida is home to the Grapefruit League. Spring training is the time of year when the Major League Baseball players dust off their gloves and cleats and…

By Staff Writer: Miriam Therrien Football fans all around the world tuned in to watch one of the biggest events of the year for Super Bowl LX that happened February 8, 2026, in Santa Clara, California.   This year the Super Bowl game was between Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. The Seahawks defeated the Patriots 29-13 with it being the Seahawks second win for a Super Bowl.   The…

By Staff Writer: Trinidad Carrasco College isn’t nonstop work, and it shouldn’t be. Taking a break after studying or finishing part of an assignment is normal. Stepping away for a few minutes can actually help you come back clearer. The issue is not the break itself. It’s when the break slowly becomes avoidance.  Most students know the difference. A real break has a stopping point. Avoidance doesn’t. You tell yourself you’ll scroll…

By Staff Writer: Kathryn Richter    The 2026 Met Gala, planned for Monday May 4th, theme was recently announced as “Fashion Is Art”, a look into costume and art culture through fashion and bodily expression.  The Met Gala, or The Costume Institute Benefit, is an annual fundraiser held to mark the opening of The Costume Institute’s…