Misty refuge
Jan Haley is an extraordinary photographer and this photo inspired my imaginary early dawn at the edge of a wildlife refuge
Category Perspectives
Stuff you need to know, 11.7.22
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: inspiration for the day after tomorrow
A refuge for all
A few miles south of Socorro is a New Mexican natural treasure, the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge. Known most for the visiting Sandhill Cranes, it offers a lasting nature experience any time of year as you walk amongst the towering Rio Grande Cottonwoods.
Political Limbo
Even with the ethics bar set low in New Mexico politics, Mark Ronchetti manages to slither under it. Among his bad acts: campaign ads that stretch the truth, accepting contributions from fake electors (again), and his refusal to provide press credentials for a reporter to attend his campaign event.
Stuff you need to know, 10.19.22
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: an argument for government funding to address the crisis of declining local news reporting in America
Helianthus annuus
Each season seems to bring a new face to the landscape. This year had 2 prolific performers.
Hipster, beatnik, philosopher, artist Tom Hamil–in remembrance
Truth or Consequences attracted one of the greats, Tom Hamil. He had an enormous talent for painting music, his auditory and visual synesthesia giving us visual jazz.
Changing seasons
What is it that says Fall has arrived?
Running on empty
With the list of lawsuits growing like the giant’s beanstalk, Donald Trump is doing all he can to avoid an orange jumpsuit. At the same time, his followers fear that the truth will prove their blind support was misguided. They’re on a collision course. And it looks
Stuff you need to know, 9.12.22
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: an inside look at the Mexican gray wolf recovery program and an investigation of how ranchers and even federal agencies may be sabotaging the effort to restore this apex predator in New Mexico and the West.
The elephant in the room
Let’s talk about the elephant in the room — the Republican party logo. It’s no longer fitting. So it’s time for a logo makeover. But don’t worry, I’m here to help. RNC honchos, feel free to adopt one of these.
Portraits from Hillsboro street market
Twas a lovely community day! Beautiful weather. A new tradition.
See you next year!