The sphinx moth and its voracious hornworm caterpillar
The sphinx moth also called the hummingbird moth flies so fast it is hard to capture its wings in flight.
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Stuff you need to know, 9.8.22
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: the federal government has finally acknowledged the New Mexico Downwinders' health plight.
Michael Lanford chooses not to respond, again
Michael Lanford, because he is running for sheriff and an article last week could effect his election chances, was given a second opportunity to respond. The same silence was the result.
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.
Stuff you need to know, 9.6.22
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: a cooperative approach to addressing the West's water crisis that is working in the Yakama River Basin in Washington. Late breaking: Judge removes Otero County Commission Couy Griffin from office, effective immediately, for his participation in the January 6 insurrection.
Portraits from Hillsboro street market
Twas a lovely community day! Beautiful weather. A new tradition.
See you next year!
Natural perspectives
In the movie classic "Ratatouille", the food critic says, "bring me some fresh perspective." Perspective provides the contrast in our lives. A good story weaves the contrasting pieces into a picture that lasts, comes back to you as a reminder of something worthy of catching your attention.
Stuff you need to know, 9.2.22
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: an update on the Texas-New Mexico legal dispute over Rio Grande water sharing and a first-person account of Otero County Commissioner Couy Griffin's August bench trail in Santa Fe that could end his career as a public official.
Hillsboro Street Market
Celebrate Labor Day weekend in Hillsboro and Kingston. On Saturday, Sept 3 from 9 am to 3 pm Hillsboro will have a street market and on Labor Day, Sept 5 Old Kingston Days will be celebrated from 10 am to 5 pm
NMSVH administrator taken away in handcuffs? Uh, no.
There is nothing to the rumor that the New Mexico State Veterans Home administrator was escorted off the property in handcuffs this week. But the churn in the administrator's position was revealed while slaying the rumor.
Swallowtail butterflies
Read MoreSwallowtail butterfliesBaker’s lawsuit against city is explosive, possibly expensive
Once Truth or Consequences deputy chief of police and even acting-chief, Erica Baker's 15-year law-enforcement career, 10 years with the city, looked bright. She had just been accepted into the prestigious FBI Academy. Then City Manager Bruce Swingle fired her, ruining her reputation.