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Although P.J. Smith had two touchdowns and 221 yards, the Eagles still lost their home opener to Rio Rancho on Aug. 28.
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Students got pumped for the first football game of the season with a rousing pep rally on Aug. 28.
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Watson Stadium was full on Aug. 25 for Eagle Night.
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The Eagles beat Artesia 3-2 at home on Aug. 25.
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The entire HHS student body turned out when senior Michael Andrews departed on his Make-A-Wish shopping trip.
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Twins had double the fun on the first day of school.
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HHS band members stayed cool in the shade for as long as possible prior to the Lea County Fair parade on Aug. 6.
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AP students collected checks totaling $30,300 at a banquet on Aug. 6 honoring scores they earned on college credit tests last spring.