The Torrance County Commission is concerned about the impact cannabis farms have on communities and the lack of local control. The commission passed a resolution Wednesday on a unanimous vote […]
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Big Changes are in Store for The Independent in 2025
Happy 2025. It’s a new year and we have a new way to deliver the news you care about. This year, The Independent News is transitioning from a once-per-week print […]
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East Mountains Beware: Winter Storms to Bring Widespread Snowfall
Starting Jan. 7, New Mexico is set to experience significant snow coverage, high winds and frosty temperatures. While no heavy snow is expected, the icy temperatures can impact travel and […]
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Mountainair announces first inductee into 2025 Hall of Excellence
The Town of Mountainair announced Larry Gustin is the first inductee into the 2025 Mountainair Hall of Excellence on Jan. 7. Larry Gustin, a lifelong resident of Torrance County and […]
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Crystal Clarity, Blue Feathers
A new type of business has opened in the East Mountains, offering something that its owners say has been lacking in the area. Michael Valoppi and his wife, Victoria, own […]
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Op-ed: Let’s Put our Money Where our Mouth is
Submitted by Laura M. Montoya, NM State Treasurer My journey is similar to many other New Mexicans’ in that it took a lot of hard work, hope, resilience, community, and prayer […]
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Edgewood Remembers First Mayor, Lawrence Keaty
The Town of Edgewood is mourning the loss of its first elected Mayor, Lawrence (Larry) Keaty, who served from 1999 to 2001 and died Dec. 28 with family at his […]
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New Year, New Office: Edgewood Police Department Relocates
Edgewood’s police department relocated to 21 Main St, a new address, on Jan. 6. The department’s current building, located at 23 E Frontage Rd, was permanently closed to the public […]
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Town of Edgewood Commission Meeting Recap
The Edgewood Town Commission meeting on Dec.17 covered various topics, including holiday greetings, grant applications, administrative matters, future plans, advisory board appointments and the 2025 holiday calendar. Mayor Kenneth Brennnan […]
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Heinrich Announces 2024 Nominees to the United States Service Academies
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) announced his nominees to the United States Service Academies Dec. 19. A nomination is required to attend the U.S. Military Academy (West Point), the U.S. […]