One needs only to look at a national cemetery to grasp the kind of sacrifice American troops make in the name of freedom.   Full Story

The city of Farmington made a smart decision recently when it hired Bob Campbell to fill the role as assistant city manager.   Full Story

(Editor's note: We proudly join in the celebration of Independence Day by republishing this editorial from previous July 4 editions.   Full Story

It's good business. Wood Group Generator Service, a local company that does business throughout the world, was awarded more than $112,000 in state funds to help hire and train 14 new workers and promote six employees through a program designed to support the local economy.   Full Story

Denial, embarrassment, fear, loss of self-respect and responsibility for attack are some of the devastating emotions that keep victims of sexual violence from reporting the crime to authorities.   Full Story

Many may have thought the law banning body art was set in stone. After all, Farmington zoning regulations on such businesses had not budged since 1979.   Full Story

Four Corners Regional Airport, serving the four-state region's largest county and city, has struggled mightily in the past decade when it comes to offering consistent, dependable commercial air service.   Full Story

Finally, a family. It was a beautiful story we read last week on the front page of The Daily Times regarding the adoption of three children.   Full Story

It's fireworks season. From the little sparklers to the big boomers, the Fourth of July is a time for celebration.   Full Story

It was a happy ending. When former Kirtland resident Erica Nelson and her friend did not return from an overnight hike earlier this month, her family and friends were concerned.   Full Story

Hands-on activities for kids these days usually involve a video game controller or TV remote control.   Full Story

He never seeks the limelight, but always makes sure the efforts of others are recognized. His quiet leadership and vision for the community has improved the quality of life for the citizens of Farmington — and his ability to get things done is respected throughout San Juan County. The announcement of Farmington City Manager Bob Hudson's impending retirement, while deserved, will create a void in city government that will be difficult to fill.   Full Story

Farmington City Manager Bob Hudson's recent retirement announcement, set to be effective April 1, means it is time for the City Council and mayor to review the job description for that post. It also means the search is on for the next person to fill the role.   Full Story

Troubling times. There's no other way to describe it when a city government chooses not to release information that is, in our view, about as "public" as it gets. The Daily Times formally requested all applications for the soon-to-be-vacant Farmington city manager's position March 1. We believe, as a watchdog of publicly funded entities, we have full rights to vital information under New Mexico's Inspection of Public Records Act.   Full Story