Covenant Health Hobbs Hospital is organizing a drive-thru vaccine clinic with a goal of offering parents a convenient method of vaccinating their child before school resumes later this summer. The drive-thru clinic will be held at the hospital (located at 5419 North Lovington Highway in Hobbs) on June 23rd at from 9 a.m. to noon,…

While New Mexico itself is contending with a potential population crash due to low birth rates – represented in part by a population increase of less than two percent from 2010-2019 – Lea County appears to be headed in the opposite direction. In the last decade, the county added almost ten percent more people, topping…

The Community Players of Hobbs are recruiting young performers from the area to act in Aladdin Jr., being this year’s selected performance for the 2021 Youth Performance Arts Workshop (YPAW). This is the 12th year that the Community Players of Hobbs have hosted YPAW. Aladdin Jr. features the main character from the familiar Disney story,…

Members of the law enforcement community of Lea County are pledging their enthusiastic support to assist Special Olympians in New Mexico. This year, the first annual Law Enforcement Torch Run will be held in Lea County, combined with a family festival flair. All of the proceeds from the run will be donated to the Special…

While the pandemic continues to prevent some public gatherings, it isn’t stopping the Southwest Symphony of Hobbs from holding its first-ever series of virtual concerts. Viewable live through online streaming services as well as afterwards on the group’s YouTube channel, the concerts provide everyone with free access to quality, local entertainment. The first virtual concert,…

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…

In recognition of the ongoing need exhibited by local food pantries – many of which around the country are struggling to meet the demands caused by COVID-19 hardships – the Hobbs Police Department is organizing its first-ever “Cram the Cruiser” event to collect non-perishable foods and household goods on May 1st. All of the collected…