New Trader: Hubbell Trading Post's newest trader Steve Pickle helps a customer with a ring. Pickle came to the trading post in February from the Museum of Northern Arizona in Flagstaff. (Photo by John A. Bowersmith/Independent)

On April 15, two dams holding back oil up in Chuska broke loose from the snow pack. The oily water ran high for three days. The oil spill took out a school bus route when it washed away the road. (Courtesy Photo) Related Story

Raising The Colors: Gallup Army JrROTC Pvt. Libby Davis stands at attention while Sgt. Jershon Begay raises the New Mexico state flag in front of Gallup High School. Every Wednesday the members of the program wear their uniforms to school and are responsible for raising and lowering the flags. (Photo by Jeff Jones/Independent)