Our Youth Deserve Hope

-Every September, communities across the nation pause to recognize Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. But here in Cibola County, this is not just another health observance on the calendar—it's a critical issue facing our community.The data is sobering.

Medical Insights from The Lives of a Cell by Lewis Thomas

This book was first published in 1974 by Viking Press. Dr. Thomas was known as the “poetphilosopher of medicine”, served as president of Memorial Sloane-Kettering Institution, and was distinguished by his ability to gather disparate thoughts and information together into unusually creative meanings.

The Postscript

Yesterday, I saw a bunch of cousins.I have a lot of cousins. A few have died by now, but I started out with 36 cousins, and only two were on my father’s side.

Letters to the Editor . . .

Don’t Tread on MeDear editor, National Guard in Albuquerque, National Guard in Washington D.C., National Guard in Los Angeles, National Guard maybe in Chicago and Baltimore too?

Op-Ed A Jury of Our Peers: Why Service Still Matters

In October 2001, at 22 years old, I began my career with the New Mexico Judiciary.I had graduated from Los Lunas High School in 1996, attended New Mexico Highlands University, and ultimately earned my degree in Criminology from the University of New Mexico.

Op-Ed Celebrating New Mexico's Workers on Labor Day

While some folks simply think of Labor Day as a long weekend marking the end of summer, the reality of this holiday is much more significant.

Letters to the Editor . . .

Healthcare and its CostsDear editor, Update to my last letter about the PHI Emergency Helicopter Medical Transport. They called back to advise they were called at 7:00 PM, but no pilot for the helicopter was available until 8:00 am the morning we needed them. At least they were honest about it.

Get Your H.A.T.

As the National Park Service moves into its 109th anniversary on August 25th, learning its history becomes increasingly compelling, particularly the events that shaped its creation and those who played pivotal roles in its establishment.

Op-Ed

-Dear National Park People, May I salute you?

Op-Ed

Rule of Law Advances a Civil and Engaged DemocracyI am pleased to announce the New Mexico Supreme Court’s fifth annual “Rule of Law” program.