Hobbs Parks & Open Spaces

Honoring the Memory of Shelly Raulston

It is with deep sadness that the City of Hobbs announces the passing of our valued colleague and friend, Shelly Raulston.

Shelly was an integral part of our municipal family for over 16 years, dedicating her career with the organization to serving our community across both the Finance Department and most recently the Hobbs Parks & Open Spaces Department. She was a wealth of knowledge, incredibly helpful, and always knew how to make people laugh. Honest and wonderfully straightforward, Shelly had a clear sense of priority and channeled her vibrant energy into what truly mattered and brought her joy.

Shelly was a fierce defender of her team and a pillar of support for anyone facing a tough situation. She had an intuitive knack for knowing exactly when someone needed a lift, always offering the right words at the right time and reminding her coworkers of their value, and that their thoughts and opinions matter.

Shelly’s vibrant energy and incredible creativity shined brightest during community events. Over the years, she participated in countless City of Hobbs events, from helping with Splash Bash and riding in local parades, to being our true "Queen of Halloween" with her spectacular makeup and costuming skills.

Her loss is deeply felt across our entire organization, including within the Parks and Open Spaces Department, where she affectionately served as the "Momma Bear" for her team for the past several years.

As City Manager Manny Gomez shared:

"Shelly was a valued member of our organization working in both Finance and POSD, contributing greatly to the City for over 16 years through her service and dedication. She will be remembered not only for her contribution, but also for the positive impact made on coworkers and the community."

During this difficult time, we ask our community to join us in keeping Shelly’s family, friends, and coworkers in your thoughts, and to share any fond memories you may have. Funny, incredibly smart, and remarkably strong, the impact Shelly made on those around her will never be forgotten.

Thank you, Shelly, for your many years of dedicated service, warmth, and friendship to Hobbs. You will be dearly missed.

This years Kids To Parks Day, Saturday, May 16, 2026. Bring the kiddos and have some fun in two of our parks.

🚐 Planning to visit Hobbs and looking for a place to park the RV? Look no further than the Harry McAdams Campground!

We make your stay easy with a first-come, first-served system; no reservations required. Just pull in, find your spot, and enjoy our short-term facility.

ℹ️ What you need to know:

Full Hookups Available: Water, sewer, and electricity are all included for only $18/day.

Stay Details: We offer short-term stays with a maximum of 14 days in a 21-day cycle.

Honor System: We operate on the honor system and truly appreciate your cooperation in keeping our park great for everyone.

Whether you're just passing through or staying for a few days, we hope you enjoy your time here!

👉 For more information, visit HobbsNM.org or give us a call at (575) 397-9327.

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⚠️ COMMUNITY ADVISORY: Seasonal W**d Spraying

🌾 The Parks & Open Spaces Department is currently conducting seasonal w**d spraying throughout the city. Please stay alert and watch for workers and their vehicles while driving in the area. Thank you for your cooperation.

What’s Happening & Why:
• The Parks & Open Spaces Department is conducting seasonal w**d spraying throughout the city. This work helps maintain clean, safe, and well-kept public spaces.

What to Expect:
• Crews will be working throughout Hobbs and may be present along roadways and in open spaces. Drivers are encouraged to stay alert and watch for workers and their slower-moving vehicles while traveling nearby.

Reminder:
👉 Thank you for your patience and cooperation. Please use caution around work zones to help keep both crews and the public safe.

📱 Thank you for your patience. For more information, please contact the Parks & Open Spaces Department at (575) 397-9327.

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💌 City of Hobbs Cemeteries Presents "A Sweet Afternoon of Remembrance"

💐🌷 Prairie Haven Memorial Park would like to invite you to join us for a special afternoon of comfort, connection, and remembrance.

💗🍓 We know that grief can be a tough journey, and you don’t have to walk it alone. This event is simply a time to come together,
enjoy chocolate-covered strawberries, and share memories of the loved ones we miss.

🗣️ We would love to hear about your loved ones:

🔵 Their story...
🟡 Their laughter...
🔴 And what made them special.

🕑 FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13th | 2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M.
📍 Prairie Haven Memorial Park - 1900 E. Stanolind Rd. Hobbs, NM

🎅 Get ready to come to the CORE - Center Of Recreational Excellence this Saturday, December 20th from 5pm - 9pm for the Hobbs Holly Jolly Fest, our biggest holiday celebration ever!

🎁 Enjoy this gift from your The City of Hobbs!

🚗🎅🏻☃️❆🎀 With our first-ever Hobbs Holly Jolly Fest arriving this Saturday, we want to ensure all attendees are informed regarding the parking.

🚫 The CORE - Center Of Recreational Excellence parking lot will be closed to all vehicles during the event and used only for event activities.

🅿️ Parking lot 1: Temporary event lot on Synergy Park. The City of Hobbs has created a temporary parking lot directly west of the CORE for the event.

📌 This is the closest and provides the easiest access to the event.

🚌 Additional parking lot 2, 3, and 4: Zia Park Hotel & Casino with Shuttle Service from the Hobbs Express.

🚌 After the temporary event lot is full, guests may park at Zia Park Hotel & Casino in any of their three parking lots. From there, make your way over to the “Holly Jolly Hobbs Express” bus stop, where a festive shuttle will take you to and from the event entrance.

🅿️ Employee, vendor and support staff parking lot 5 and 6: Lea County Event Center. Limited parking space is available at the Lea County Event Center due to construction. This area should be reserved for support staff.

⚠️ Important road closure and traffic information: For the safety of all guests, roads immediately surrounding the CORE and event site will be closed to through traffic during Holly Jolly Fest from 3:00PM to 9:15PM.​

🚧 Closed road: Scenic Drive & Lovington Hwy

🚧 Partially closed road: Synergy Park & Scenic Drive

👉 Drivers coming from Lovington Highway and needing access to the Zia Crossing neighborhood or Zia Park should use Thunderbird Circle as an alternate route.

🔵 For additional information and full-size maps, please visit the link below:
https://sites.google.com/view/hobbshollyjollyfest/event-parking?authuser=0