In the Southwest, we enjoy the wide-open spaces, relish the bright sunlight, respect our multicultural differences, and are not bashful about sharing our opinions with whomever will listen. All these attributes make us proud to be New Mexicans and some of our families are proud to have called the Rio Grande Valley home for centuries. Yet our basic freedom of being able to express our viewpoints and opinions without fear of retaliation is being threatened daily by the growing power of today’s cancel culture.

Thankfully, President Donald Trump is standing up for America and our freedom of expression.

In far too many cases, college kids are losing hard-earned scholarships, family...

The City of Gallup announced the east side of the City Water Loading Station located on Bataan Memorial Road will be out of service for repairs and upgrades from Sept. 1-4.

The west side of the water loading station will be in service during these dates. The city said these upgrades and repairs are being made to better serve the public.

The city asks people be patient when loading water, as longer lines may be present during these dates.

If you have any questions, contact Utility Dispatch or the Water Department at 505-863-1200 or 505-863-1207.

School’s back in session at GMCS. But not for everybody.

Superintendent Mike Hyatt said all schools are open and safe. Hyatt says Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has deemed Gallup McKinley County Schools safe, something Hyatt points to in response to the temporary restraining order that was issued against the district when he pushed to open classrooms against the orders of Education Secretary Ryan Stewart.

Despite that conclusion, many parents are currently opting for an online education for their students. Hyatt said he hopes to see that change over time, as families are reassured about the indoor environment.

While students can study off-campus, all teachers are required to...

In an Aug. 18 statement, McFuse announced an end to litigation against GMCS, saying the district agreed in writing to provide the following safe school re-entry guarantees:

Accommodations for educators who are in high risk categories, or living with persons in high risk categories;

Personal Protective Equipment, including gowns, N95 masks and other equipment for educators in high exposure positions;

Workplace protections for custodians tasked with disinfecting operating classrooms;

No-cost COVID-19 testing for employees;

Protocols to ensure that the district’s ventilation systems protect students and staff from unnecessary exposure.