Patches (JA-40) is an adult, female, spayed, terrier Mix with white and black coloring. Patches would make a great pet for the right family. She already knows how to walk on a leash, and sit. She is a very well-mannered dog. Come by and see all of the cats and dogs that are up for adoption at the Humane Society, North Highway 491, or call 863-2616 for more information about our services. [Courtesy Photo]

Harry Yazzie was honored during a ceremony at Smith Lake chapter house that his service in World War II. Yazzie recieved a Lapel Pin in honor of his service. In the forground, Charles Arviso salute the flag during the presentation of the colors. [Photo by Daniel Zollinger/Independent] Full Story

Accident scene: Lawerence Kiro stands by as Gallup medical and fire personel wheel Tom Erwin to an ambulance after the car Kiro was driving rearendend Erwin's on the corner of Ninth Street and Maloney on Wednesday afternoon. Erwin was taken to the hospital after complaining of neck and back pain. Officials at the scene said the cause of the accident was likely due to Kiro following too close and wet conditions. [Photo by Brian Leddy/Independent]

Icy Highway?: Icicles hang down from I-40 as water drps into the tunnel along Allison Road on Tuesday in Gallup. [Photo by Jeff Jones/Independent]