Ask the News - July 14

When is ‘Border Town Days’ in Texico and Farwell? I’ve lost track.

“It’s always the last Saturday in July,” Rob Pomper said.

Pomper is president of the Farwell Chamber of Commerce, chairman of Bordertown Days and, since 2004, publisher of the weekly newspaper, “The State Line Tribune.”

“Texico/Farwell is proud to present the only parade in America that starts in one state and ends in another,” Pomper said.

July 27 festivities begin with a parade starting at 10 a.m. New Mexico time at KKR Park in Texico, Pomper said.

The parade ends at Farwell City Park where there will be music, arts and crafts, games, bouncy houses, food vendors and brisket plates.

“This year’s musician is Micah Ruthardt who is a local musician that’s well known in our area,” Pomper said.

Pomper noted the Chamber of Commerce will give out prizes for man, woman, agriculturalist and teacher of the year.

The Texico/Farwell Rotary Club will have 60 briskets at $15 a plate.

“This is very inexpensive for brisket these days,” Pomper said.

Pomper added all of the food vendors are local non-profits meaning any money you spend stays in the community.

Pomper said this year’s event marks Border Town Days’ 57th year.

He has a request for attendees regarding dogs.

“As always, we ask that people do not bring their dogs to the park for this event, including service dogs,” Pomper said.

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