GRAND OPENING – The long-awaited Grand Opening of the Littlefield Aquatic Center came on Saturday with the grand opening taking place prior to the opening of the pool for the day. Folks gathered to enjoy the sunshine and new pool, as well as hot dogs, chips and drinks, which were provided by the City of Littlefield. (Shown is Littlefield Mayor Eric Turpen cutting the ribbon, accompanied by Pool Managers Keith Logan and Jose Delacruz, City Manager Mitch Grant, City Council Member Michael Rangel, Kim Clardy and Holly Nelson. (Staff Photo by Derek Lopez)