Soda pop: Sodapop (FE-68) is a male, adult terrier spaniel mix, all black with long hair. Sodapop is a very small dog. He loves to sit and have his stomach rubbed. He would make an excellent pet for an older couple or a family that is looking for a first-time pet. Don't forget about the Low Income Spay/Neuter Clinic on Wednesdays and the annual Bow-Meow and $10,000 Raffle on April 27. It's the hottest ticket in town! Call 505-863-2616 for more information. [Courtesy Photo]

Waits Donald points out other inmates who did a good job the past week during a Therapeutic Community meeting at the Grants Correctional Facility on Wednesday afternoon. This group of inmates is classified as Level Two's. They are awarded with more freedom than other inmates due to their good behavior. [Photo by Matt Hinshaw/Independent] Full Story

First time voter Jessica Swatzell, 18, and Audrey Schmaltz, far, fill out their ballots at the Gallup North side Fire Station on Tuesday evening during the Gallup Municipal Election. Officials are still working on election results, and may have to recount some of the ballots this weekend. [Photo by Matt Hinshaw/Independent] Full Story

Go Bengals!: Gallup high school freshman Paulette Coffey cheers for the Bengals boys basketball team Wednesday night as they played against the Hobbs Eagles in the New Mexico boys basketball high school championship tournament at The Pit in Albuquerque. The Bengals traded the lead back and forth before coming up short and losing 64-59. [Photo by Jeffery Jones/Independent]