Curtis Wynne/News-Sun Burkes Outlet will soon open in two Lea County locations. The apparel and accessories retail store plans ribbon cuttings at the Lovington Square on May 5 and at the Broadmoor Mall in Hobbs on June 2. Grand openings at 9 a.m. will immediately follow the 8:45 a.m. ribbon-cutting ceremonies each day at each location. Lovington Mayor David Trujillo …

Chris Phelan/Wealth of Geeks Inflation has taken over nearly every aspect of U.S. consumerism, and gas prices are no exception. The average price of a gallon of gas in the U.S. is at an all-time high of $4.43, significantly above the previous record of $4.11 set in 2008. Certain parts of the country are experiencing even higher prices: drivers in …