This video was shot by Jeramiah Portillo, an Eastern New Mexico University student whose father, John, grew up in Hurley. John won the raffle sponsored by the Hurley Pride Committee to push the plunger that brought the smokestacks down: you can see him in the video. I hope to have a higher quality version available for download later, but this footage should work for now.

For more photos from the demolition, and to read more about the day’s events, check the Daily Press web site.