In retrospect, it was risky to schedule our first-ever local candidate recruitment event the same night as Wildcat football’s opening game. Nevertheless, 30 people turned up last Friday night event at La Fonda Restaurant to learn about local elections, the offices available and how to file as a candidate. They listened as present and past officeholders spoke about campaigning and what happens after one is elected. Luna County Clerk Berenda …
Deming Pride has laid a foundation of service in the community over the past 10 years and local Pride President Manny Carlos is prepared to lead the organization into 10 more. “I think it’s the overall camaraderie and support we get from our community that has always led to bigger and better things,” Carlos said before announcing Deming Pride’s 10th anniversary celebration. “Deming Pride is about enlightening our community members …