For the past three years, Manny Gomez has been the acting City Manager of Hobbs following the retirement of J.J. Murphy. On Monday, April 19, the Hobbs City Commission voted unanimously to appoint Gomez as the official City Manager based on his dedicated service and his vision for the community. “It is an honor to…

Commencement ceremonies are a significant part of the college journey, marking the successful completion of degrees and certificates following earnest hard work and a commitment to academic rigor. At New Mexico Junior College (NMJC), this year’s commencement will follow in the example of last year by being held virtually to assure the safety of students…

A new park will soon serve as a community gathering place and location to honor and remember veterans in Hobbs. The park’s approval was received at the April 5th meeting of the City Commission, reversing an earlier vote in February during which it was rejected. Those voting in favor of the park changed their vote…

Lea County Legends has announced the official beginning of the summer session of the Special Olympics for area athletes with special needs who wish to demonstrate their prowess at competing in a variety of events. The summer games will continue to follow the recommended format of the Special Olympics New Mexico (SONM) organization with all…

Local lawmakers split their votes on adult-use marijuana legalization in the special session among party lines, but the bill passed the state’s Democratic-controlled legislature. Governor Lujan Grisham signed the law on April 12, making New Mexico the third state this year to approved adult use. Arizona approved recreational sales last November. The adult-use law allows…

Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) funding is now available to New Mexico residents who qualify. Federal aid in the amount of $170,000,000 has been granted to the state to provide “…rental and utility assistance to households experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 outbreak.” This assistance can make a big difference for those who have…

On Monday, April 12th, First Term Congresswoman Yvette Herrell (R-N.M.) organized a hands-on New Mexico/Mexico border outing for herself and eight members of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform. Herrell’s congressional district includes all of New Mexico’s approximate 180-mile long border with Mexico. The Congresswoman’s goal in assembling the delegation was to illustrate first-hand…

Fifteen tracts covering 2,738.74 net mineral acres are being made available for lease in Lea County. The New Mexico State Land Office retained EnergyNet for the sale of oil and gas leases located within the Permian Basin. Bidding begins 8:30 a.m. MDT on April 13 and closes 8:30 a.m. MDT on April 20. For more…

With Spring well underway and perfect weather at hand, Rockwind Community Links, owned and operated by the City of Hobbs, is well recognized as a Lea County treasure. More than just a local golf course, Rockwind attracts golfers from all over New Mexico, as well as from several other states, especially Texas. Even in the…

Big changes are around the corner for New Mexicans when it comes to dialing local telephone numbers. Soon, callers will have to use ten rather than seven digits to make a call. New Mexico’s two area codes, 505 and 575, are among the 82 area codes across 38 states that will be affected by the…