By Staff Writer: Shawna Hamilton In addition to Cloudcroft’s beauty and charm is an excellent place to ski, snowboard and tube. Nestled in the majestic Sacramento Mountains is Ski Cloudcroft. At 9,000 feet elevation, you can enjoy some amazing snow. Grab your ski gear and head out for a day of fun. If you are not an avid skier, Ski Cloudcroft offers rental equipment and ski school….
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Not Just a Student Newspaper: A Place to Get Good Fast
By Staff Writer: Kayla Kocher There is something a little ironic about writing an article for The Chase about why people should write for The Chase. I have even written a version of this before. See my Spring 2025 article, “Ninety Years of Speaking Up: Why You Should Write for The Chase.” But this time…
Goodbye, Beige. Goodbye, Gray.
By Staff Writer: Kayla Kocher Dopamine dressing is the idea of getting dressed with intention to feel better, using bright colors, playful prints, meaningful accessories or even a comfort outfit that feels like you. The trend connects to what psychologists call “enclothed cognition,” the idea that clothing can influence mood and performance, according to the…
From Dream to Reality: Sonia Marie Builds High Maintenance
By Staff Writer: Trinidad Carrasco Sonia Marie knew she wanted to do hair while she was still in high school, but life had other plans. As a young mother, her dream had to wait until her youngest child turned five. In 2013, she finally took the first step toward the career she had always wanted and eventually went to beauty school. …
Discovering Student Discounts
By Staff Writer: Kathryn Richter Starting a new semester means new expenses for college students everywhere, especially after the holidays, but many companies are providing a little leeway for those of us dealing with excessive charges. For a traditional college student, some of the most significant purchases will come from technology. Laptops, tablets, computers all come…
A Catered Movie on Campus
By Staff Writer: Marcos Baltierrez Even with Portales being as small as it is, we have so many amazing events right here on campus. ENMU’s Associated Student Activities Board (ASAB) holds an event every semester called a “Foodie Movie.” First, they choose a movie for the students and the community to watch. Some examples from past…
A Global Celebration of Sport and Unity
By Staff Writer: Cristina Boulda Piqueras One of the biggest and most popular sporting events in the world is the FIFA World Cup. The top national soccer teams compete for the title of world champion in this tournament, which takes place every four years. For many players, competing in the World Cup is the peak…
Are the New England Patriots back to their Winning Ways?
By Staff Writer: Jacob Mattox The New England Patriots are well on their way to what most would call a successful season. With a record of 11 wins and 2 losses, the Patriots have established themselves as one of the top teams in the AFC. After several seasons of what most would call “rebuilding,” it…
How the Transfer Portal has Started to Reshape College Sports
By Staff Writer: Jacob Mattox The transfer portal has quickly become a popular topic in college sports. While the portal can be a very effective tool for athletes to find their ideal fit for their collegiate careers, it can also be used in ways that some would consider taking advantage of the system. The portal started as…
Sports Gambling Issues Raise Concerns Amongst Sports Fans
By Staff Writer: Jacob Mattox Sports gambling has become increasingly popular in the world of sports, so much so that many would consider it a part of sports culture. Though its legalization across many states in the U.S. has brought new money-making opportunities for sports fans, it has also brought a wave of problems that…