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…

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…

The dream of a hygiene station for Lea County became a reality Thursday morning as the new Salvation Army facility officially opened. Hobbs mayor Sam Cobb was just one of many who attended the ribbon cutting ceremony that marked the grand opening.  Today’s celebration was also very special for Hobbs Salvation Army Corps Officer Lt….