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…
Month: March 2025
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…
Buc-ee’s: The Gas Station With a Cult Following
By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach Buc-ee’s isn’t just a gas station—it’s a destination. The Texas-based chain has built a loyal fan base with its massive stores, endless snack options, and famously clean restrooms. Founded in 1982 by Arch “Beaver” Aplin III and Don Wasek, Buc-ee’s started as a small convenience store in Clute, Texas. Today,…
A Look at Airtravel in 2025
By Staff Writer: Julia Simmons If you are thinking about travelling this spring break, make sure you pick your airline carefully. I flew domestically for the first time in years, and the process is more time-consuming, exhausting and expensive than I remember it being. Specifically, I flew Key Lime Air and transferred to American. If…
The Parade of Planets
By Staff Writer: Jamiliere Luranc Sweeney The lineup of several planets is occurring in the night sky. This phenomenon, often calledthe parade of planets, occurs when multiple planets align on the same side of the Sun,appearing in a nearly straight line when viewed from Earth. Throughout February, Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Venus, Neptune, and Saturn—will be…