Acosta has Deep Roots and Big Vision

Acosta has Deep Roots and Big Vision By John Earp Elizabeth Acosta (also known as Lisa Olivas) is running for a position on the Jal City Council. When asked, “What is your reason for deciding to run for city council?” she said, “I grew up in this community, and...
JJHS Football Team Finishes Season 6-1

JJHS Football Team Finishes Season 6-1

JJHS Football Team Finishes Season 6-1 By John Earp Last Saturday the Jal Junior High Football Team delivering a punishing loss to the Artesia Bulldogs in Artesia, finishing their season with only one loss, to their archrivals, the Eunice Cardinals. About halfway...
Educator of the Week – Mr. Joel Willmon

Educator of the Week – Mr. Joel Willmon

Educator of the Week – Mr. Joel Willmon By John Earp This week’s featured educator in Jal Schools is Mr. Joel Willmon. Mr. Willmon came to work in Jal School last school year after having served for a total of 34 years in education, with this being his 36th year, 12...
School Shooting Threat Averted

School Shooting Threat Averted

School Shooting Threat Averted By John Earp Last Thursday, a 13-year-old student at Jal Junior High School was reported to have made a shooting threat to other students at the school. One student who had knowledge of the incident (and who will also remain anonymous)...
XC Girls Top Four at Loving

XC Girls Top Four at Loving

XC Girls Top Four at Loving By John Earcp This past Saturday the Jal High School Cross-Country Team competed against Loving at the Falcon Invitational. For the Lady Panthers, Jazmin Camargo took first place with a time of 29.23. Camila Baeza took second with a time of...