It’s no secret that I love dogs. I love dogs, and I don’t have one right now because, traveling as much as my husband, Peter, and I do, having a dog makes no sense.

Recent conflicts in Israel and the tumultuous situation in Ukraine have taken center stage in the realm of international relations. At a cursory glance, these conflicts might appear separate, but deeper scrutiny reveals the intricate web of geopolitical maneuvering in which they are entwined.

Editor’s Note: This story is a work of fiction published in the fun spirit of Halloween. This story is on theopinion page and is a work of fiction, not a factual account of events in Cibola County The moonflower symbolizes the blossoming of dark times.

In the face of ongoing hostilities, Ukraine – a nation standing resiliently against the mammoth that is Russian military power – has showcased a level of bravery and endurance that not only demands admiration but unequivocal support from the free world. The U.S., historically an unwavering advocate for democracy and the sovereign rights of nations, must not only continue but elevate its support for Ukraine, amplifying both its physical and moral backing in this crucible of conflict.

Inflation is finally subsiding. It's welcome news for families who've struggled to keep up with rising costs of food, fuel, and transportation. Unfortunately, an Ohio mining and steel conglomerate called Cleveland-Cliffs is petitioning the Biden administration to impose a 'can tax' that could increase certain grocery costs by up to 30 percent.

Editor’s Note: This story is a work of fiction published in the fun spirit of Halloween. This story is on the opinion page and is a work of fiction, not a factual account of events in Cibola County.

Last month, my office hosted the inaugural Southwest Crimes Against Children Conference to bring together representatives from law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, child and victim advocates, social workers and members of the court in a collaborative conference setting to share best practices and knowledge, receive training in new aspects of the law, investigative techniques and protocols and prosecutorial approaches to improve prosecution and judicial handling of crimes against children in New Mexico. The conference was free and open to all who work directly with child victims of crime, especially those who participate in the prosecution and investigation of these crimes.

He was sitting outside his home on a tiny patio, wearing a fedora and smoking a cigar. He had a portable music player sitting beside him, and he looked as if he was enjoying the September sunshine about as much as anyone could.

The Supreme Court has handed down momentous decisions over the past two decades on a variety of hot-button issues. But some of the most consequential rulings -- for our physical well-being, our economic vitality, and even our national security -- have flown under the radar.

Dear editor, When you drive Sakelares Boulevard and get east of the Waste Management facility you come upon lots of plastic sheeting caught on the barbed wire on their east and north fences. It is so bad that some have gone across Sakelares and have become entwined in the fence across the street. Waste Management may say that this plastic is not coming from their facility; I say otherwise as I have watched it blow off new refuse containers. And even if this trash is coming from off site, Waste Management should clean it up. Heck, even C and E Concrete and the Waste Transfer facility send folks out to clean up litter on and, in some instances, off their property (my thanks to them).