Month: March 2025

By Staff Writer: Julia Simmons If you’ve ever been driving and spotted what looked to be dinosaurs in a parking lot with a big pink food truck behind them, you probably spotted I Heart Cookies.  A traveling company out of Kansas, I Heart Cookies sells a variety of deep-dish cookies, as well as features their…

By Staff Writer: Kelsie Glenn Benson Boone, a 22-year-old American singer-songwriter from Washington, is quickly making a name for himself with a unique blend of style pulling from pop-rock, R&B, and soul. Born on June 25, 2002, Boone first gained attention after auditioning for American Idol, where he made it onto the show but ultimately left…

By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach The Clovis Civic Center and Jocks on Wheels Entertainment will host the 5th Annual Clovis Wedding Expo on March 22. The free event will feature vendors, demonstrations and a fashion show showcasing local wedding resources. Doors open at 11 a.m., and the event closes at 4 p.m. According to event…

By Staff Writer: Julia Simmons Clovis is working on upping its shopping game.  Citizens were excited when a Marshall’s opened before Christmas 2024, but Ulta’s grand opening has been widely anticipated since the announcement was made last year.  Ulta is the number one large-scale beauty retailer in the US, carrying everything from high-end makeup and…

By Staff Writer: Jamiliere Luranc Sweeney For those who love adventure, thru hiking offers the challenge of a lifetime. Unlike dayhikes or weekend backpacking trips, thru hikes span hundreds or thousands of miles andare completed in one continuous trip. Popular trails like the Appalachian Trail, PacificCrest Trail, and Continental Divide Trail take between five and…

By Staff Writer: Kelsie Glenn Looking for a fun and fascinating historical day trip while visiting the United Kingdom? A visit to Stonehenge is a must. This iconic stone circle in Wiltshire, England, offers a glimpse into ancient history and engineering that still leaves experts in awe. A visit to Stonehenge entails exploring the grounds…

By Staff Writer: Erika Hernandez Teachers are the backbone of education, shaping young minds and paving the way for future generations. In New Mexico, the Golden Apple Foundation, through time, has supported, honored, and recognized many amazing educators in the State of New Mexico. Through scholarships, mentorship programs, and professional development opportunities, the foundation is…

By Staff Writer: Jamiliere Luranc Sweeney Many college students are receiving the New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship, a statefunded initiative designed to make higher education more accessible for New Mexicoresidents. This scholarship covers up to 100% of tuition and fees for students at publiccolleges and universities in New Mexico. Started by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham in…

By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach The Portales Public Library has long hosted an adult book club, Shelf Indulgence, which meets one Thursday per month at 5:30 p.m. Now, the library has introduced a second club, offering a daytime option for readers who prefer an earlier meeting time. The new book club meets once a month…