Out with the old, in with the new Hobbs Commission approves new library playground Caleb A. Gallegos/News-Sun The Hobbs Public Library has been a reliable resource for the City of Hobbs, the members of the community and the youth. Offering internet access, a wide variety of books, streaming services and year-round scheduled events for kids to help them explore the …

ANDY BROSIG/NEWS-SUN Children on the city’s south side have a new option for play. The City of Hobbs Parks Department recently completed installation of new playground equipment at the Washington Heights Park on East Marland Street near Booker T. Washington School at a cost of about $55,000. The new equipment represents the start of an ongoing project to upgrade playgrounds …