Panchito and his Bike

by | Sep 10, 2024 | Bright Lights

A familiar sight for many years in Muleshoe was Francisco, “Frank,” Garcia, known as Panchito to many people, intrepidly peddling his bike all over town, rain or shine, snow or sun. Panchito passed away on August 29, 2024, in Plainview, and his bike has...

Thelocactus Tulensis v. Longispinus

by | Sep 5, 2024 | Cactus Are Cool

I have had this cactus a long time, from back when I didn’t keep good records. I know I have had it a long time because of its size. It’s not my prettiest cactus, but it keeps growing and blooming, and it’s one that you don’t always see for...