Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
General Sherman was covered in fire-resistant aluminum by firefighters to protect him from the devastating wildfires of 2021. Credit: National Park Service.
"In addition to those who have selflessly served our country, the word 'veteran' can be used to describe someone (or something) with long experience in an occupation or skill. Let's talk about 'Veteran Trees' – trees with historic significance or those that have lived a long life of service, gracing our surroundings with natural beauty."
The most familiar big, old trees are the sequoias and redwoo...
