In a recent Lea County Tribune article, the importance of planning for the Energy future of the county and New Mexico was documented. The story demonstrated that we can both have our cake and eat it too. There is no need to take a political stance on fossil fuel versus renewables because both increase tax…

Energy and its production is the life blood of Lea County. Both the county and the state profit greatly from the revenues generated from energy, especially oil and gas, slightly over half of which is delivered from federal lands within the state.  “Oil and gas development on federal lands is and will be a critical…

The 21st Annual NMJC Foundation Golf Tournament is slated for Saturday, the 12th of June, at Rockwind Community Links. All golfers are invited to participate in this worthwhile event that directly helps New Mexico Junior College students and faculty by raising money to fund both scholarships and programs. Tournament Details: Format for the 18-hole tournament…

Oil and gas is big business in New Mexico and in Lea County. It’s important to remember that New Mexico is the third largest oil producing state in the USA and that oil and gas production is a major driver of the state’s economy. The oil and gas industry puts paychecks into the pockets of…

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…