Friggatriskaidekaphobia is the fear of Friday the 13th. Some will be extra cautious as they go about the day, trying to avoid anything that may go wrong. [Photo by Daniel Zollinger/Independent]

CLEANUP TIME: Some juveniles on probation for crimianl acts are given duties to paint over graffiti or pickup trash around Gallup as part of the correctional program. Thursday morning, some youth painted the walls lining an arroyo along Wilson Avenue in Gallup. [Photo by Daniel Zollinger/Independent]

The recent smoking ban that went into effect in Gallup proved to be a minor issue for many local business including bars. While customers may still buy drinks at the bar, smoking can longer take place. However, smokers may still light up at the Elks Lodge in Gallup, because it is a private club. [Photo by Daniel Zollinger/Independent] Full Story