Submitted by Jean DeMarte, Edgewood A dear friend of mine, who like me is in their 70s compared our lives to a football game. Yes, he is one of those who watches every NFL game possible every week. We are in our fourth quarter of our lives heading towards the end of game whistle. Now […]
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Days of the Mama Lucy Gang and Cowboy Coalition
In 1984 New Mexico voters took a turn to the right, sending more moderates and conservatives of both parties to the Legislature. Back then the parties entertained a greater range of ideas. After voters had spoken, conservatives had a new opportunity take back the House. Rep. Jerry Sandel, a conservative Democrat from Farmington, became the […]
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Days of the Mama Lucy Gang and Cowboy Coalition
In 1984 New Mexico voters took a turn to the right, sending more moderates and conservatives of both parties to the Legislature. Back then the parties entertained a greater range of ideas. After voters had spoken, conservatives had a new opportunity take back the House. Rep. Jerry Sandel, a conservative Democrat from Farmington, became the […]
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Super rich appointees, politicos will set policy for ordinary Americans
Billionaires’ and multi-millionaires’ increasing presence in the Senate and in the Trump Administration? Yes, it’s true. First up is Sen. Rick Scott of Florida. Scott’s net worth is near $350 million, making him the richest U. S. senator. He made his money in for-profit healthcare when he was CEO of Columbia/HCA hospitals. Part of his […]
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Super rich appointees, politicos will set policy for ordinary Americans
Billionaires’ and multi-millionaires’ increasing presence in the Senate and in the Trump Administration? Yes, it’s true. First up is Sen. Rick Scott of Florida. Scott’s net worth is near $350 million, making him the richest U. S. senator. He made his money in for-profit healthcare when he was CEO of Columbia/HCA hospitals. Part of his […]
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Torrance County Pharmacy Needs Community’s Help
The only local pharmacy and a beloved 100-year-old landmark in Mountainair needs the community’s help to keep its doors open and continue providing prescription drugs to a medically underserved area in Torrance County. A fundraising campaign organized by Maggi Arlet is accepting donations to help Mountainair Meds and More pay off around $20,000 of accumulated […]
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Torrance County Pharmacy Needs Community’s Help
The only local pharmacy and a beloved 100-year-old landmark in Mountainair needs the community’s help to keep its doors open and continue providing prescription drugs to a medically underserved area in Torrance County. A fundraising campaign organized by Maggi Arlet is accepting donations to help Mountainair Meds and More pay off around $20,000 of accumulated […]
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Historic Opening Day at Sandia Peak Ski Area with Winter Storm Help
About 30 miles east of Albuquerque, Sandia Peak Ski Area opened Nov. 9, after being revived by three feet of snow from the recent blizzard. The ski area is planned to officially open in mid-December each Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The 300-acre ski slopes feature 35 trails and four […]
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Historic Opening Day at Sandia Peak Ski Area with Winter Storm Help
About 30 miles east of Albuquerque, Sandia Peak Ski Area opened Nov. 9, after being revived by three feet of snow from the recent blizzard. The ski area is planned to officially open in mid-December each Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The 300-acre ski slopes feature 35 trails and four […]
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Local kid makes good
Last Friday I was wrapping up my week, writing plans and reports for clients, finishing calls, when a missed call popped up from a familiar number – a friend I hadn’t spoken with for a while. I got through my virtual in-box and called my friend. We caught up for a few minutes and then […]