Valencia County's history is rich with tradition, culture and momentous occasions. This section, Community and Growth, is filled with quizzes and facts about the county and notable citizens, elected officials and some of its more historical and recognizable places. The first quiz is strictly about the county's history, which was generously provided by the pages of "Valencia County: History Through the Photographer's Lens," by Margaret Espinosa McDonald and Richard Melzer. Take some time, have some fun and learn about Valencia County and its history.

The National FFA Organization isn't just about farming anymore.

The peaceful, green landscape and waterfall setup of the yard at Vernon Mullins' Belen home bears at least a little resemblance to Peleliu, an island within the nation of Palau near the Philippines.

There is an almost indefinable quality about Susan Cordova. The Jarales native has the kind of serenity and unshakable faith that most monks would envy. But she also has a very pragmatic view of the world, and humor enough to laugh at the absurdities.