The new norm: …The New Norm… Red, yellow, green!

I was watching the morning news and noticed that more New Mexico counties are achieving the yellow or green color categories that allow businesses less restrictions and an opportunity to reopen on a limited scale. This is good news.

The Turning of the Leaf

I’ve never been much of an environmentalist; I keep my trash in a can and recycle if given the chance. Though, it’s occurred to me that we are more connected to nature than we think. Jesus often likens us to vines or the ground which grow fruit or wheat.

Good honest people

Dear Editor; Recently, I found that I had lost my wallet probably in the parking lot at Grants' Smith's store. I feared that I had fallen to the old saying - Finders keepers, losers weepers. I called the store and spoke to Sierra who informed me that Rhonda had found my wallet.

The new norm: …2021 Valentine’s Day!

Things will be different this upcoming Valentine’s Day for many people due to the loss of a loved one to COVID-19, or another reason. This may be the first year one finds their mate or best friend no longer here to share this special day; it will be difficult.

NMSP Officer dies from gunshot wound

LEA COUNTY, N.M. New Mexico State Police Officer Darian Jarrott was assisting the US Homeland Security Investigations with the traffic stop of a Chevrolet pickup truck on February 4.

Shedding Light

I learned a lot about life with a club in my hands and a golf ball on the grass. That sounds sort of cheesy, but it’s true. I started playing golf my freshman year of high school and played on the Varsity team through all four years — well, three and a half.

The new norm: …Super Bowl-size challenge!

While Evelyn and I were watching the Wheel of Fortune on television one evening last week, I mentioned to her that I thought the football Super Bowl was on Jan. 31, so please get pizza and we can watch it together. She told me the game is actually on February 7.

Letters to the Editor

New Congressional gun legislation Dear Editor; I would strongly suggest you take the time to look at or read the new gun bill submitted to congress HR127 , https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/127/text.

Passionate Potpourri

Tax season is here, and residents are busy preparing to file their 2020 taxes. “Your tax dollars at work” is a commonly heard explanation referring to how governmental entities choose to utilize revenue.

The new norm: ...pandemonium and pandemic!

The election of the 46th President is finally over, so to speak, amid the disbelief about voter results. I watched the inauguration and proudly did so. I did vote for a candidate, the majority spoke, and we have a new administration for the next four years. We watched the chaos at the U.S.