Day: September 16, 2025

By Staff Writer: Julia Simmons Taylor Swift came to perform in Clovis! Well, not really. “Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience” is a tribute performance producing a live Eras tour event. It stars Traci Marie as Taylor, a small-town theater girl from the suburbs of Chicago, and a live band to accompany her….

By Staff Writer: Julia Simmons Peach season is here! In Texico, peaches are taken very seriously, including a whole peach festival put on by Five Heart Farm. In addition to fresh palisade Colorado peaches for sale, multiple vendors were in attendance. Jewelry stands like Salvage and Sparkle, Blowtorch Betty Designs, and Soul Ties Permanent Jewelry…

By Staff Writer: Trinidad Carrasco In a thrilling Week 1 showdown that no one saw coming, the Pittsburgh Steelers narrowly defeated the New York Jets 34–32 in East Rutherford. The game was full of momentum swings, explosive plays, and clutch performances, from players that have been counted out by the media. Former Jets quarterback Aaron…

By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach Sabrina Carpenter’s appeal goes beyond chart stats. It is the way she treats the crowd like co-writers, from onstage ad-libs to punch-line outros, that makes her feel accessible. The 26-year-old built a brand on humor, quick wit and sing-along hooks, inviting fans in on the joke rather than performing above…

By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach The Food and Drug Administration has advised consumers not to eat certain frozen shrimp imported from PT. Bahari Makmur Sejati, an Indonesian supplier. Recalls have included Walmart’s Great Value frozen raw shrimp, with three affected lot codes sold in 13 states. New Mexico is not on that list, meaning Walmart…

By Staff Writer: Jamiliere Luranc Sweeney In today’s world, it can be difficult to sit still long enough to read a few chapters of a book or even watch a two-hour movie. Many people are experiencing shorter attention spans, which affects not only leisure activities but also the ability to finish assignments, follow lectures, or…

By Staff Writer: Erika Hernandez During the lockdown in 2021 from COVID, my oldest had just started Pre-K. It was his very first school year, and he had to do it all online. Watching him navigate virtual learning at such a young age gave me time to reflect on my own journey. I thought to…

By Staff Writer: Kayla Reichenbach If you walked into my garage today, you’d see the exact point where school and wedding planning collide. A giant hand-painted “Kocher” banner, the name I’ll take after this October, hangs proudly across one wall. Floral-embroidered sheets wait to be transformed into decorations. My laptop sits on a folding table…

By Staff Writer: Jamiliere Luranc Sweeney Wheeler Peak, standing at 13,167 feet above sea level, is the highest point in the state of New Mexico. Although incredibly high elevation, it’s a relatively short hike to the top with breathtaking views and a high chance of wildlife sightings.  The hike begins in the Taos Ski Valley…