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Lady Rams fall in final to Ruidoso
October 30th, 2004
RUIDOSO — The Ruidoso Lady Warriors took three hard-fought games Saturday night for a 25-18, 25-23, 25-21 win over Portales High in the finals of the district 4-3A volleyball tournament.
Both teams...
Midwestern pulls away from ENMU
October 30th, 2004
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — Midwestern State linebacker Fred Moore partially blocked two Eastern New Mexico University punts, helping set up a pair of fourth-quarter touchdowns that lifted the Indians to...
Zias stay alive for LSC tourney with tie on road
October 30th, 2004
WEATHERFORD, Okla. — The Eastern New Mexico University Zias scrambled to a 0-0 tie at Southwestern Oklahoma on Friday, and kept themselves in contention for the sixth and final berth in the upcoming...
Many hope for bond to pass
October 30th, 2004
By Tony Parra
PNT Staff Writer
Tony_Parra@link.freedom.com
The best in the world traveled to South Korea for the International Tae Kwon Do Federation World Championships and competitors from Portales...
Athletes return from world tae kwon do tournament
October 30th, 2004
By Tony Parra
PNT Staff Writer
Tony_Parra@link.freedom.com
The best in the world traveled to South Korea for the International Tae Kwon Do Federation World Championships and competitors from Portales...
Rodgers sentenced to correctional facility
October 30th, 2004
District Judge Joe Parker sentenced Tiffany Rodgers on Thursday to serve 19 months of house arrest in a women’s correctional facility for a probation violation.
Ninth Judicial District Senior Tria...
For some, home schooling has advantages
October 30th, 2004
Before he started high school two years ago, 16-year-old Jeremiah Schultz wanted to explore what it would be like to go to a public school instead of being homeschooled.
“He interviewed teachers, st...
Oct. 31 Floyd School News
October 30th, 2004
Upcoming Events
• Booster Club meets Monday at 6 p.m.
• Tuesday and Wednesday the high school students will take the New Mexico High School Competency Test.
• Friday is an ELS Day
Athletics
Foo...
Oct. 31 Portales Junior High News
October 30th, 2004
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Students met Friday during their lunch for FCA a fellowship and planning program. Under leadership from Laura DeBusk, Ann-Marie Bucksath, Teri Thatcher, and Ginger Gol...
Oct. 31 Broad Horizons News
October 30th, 2004
Broad Horizons has a variety of learning opportunities for students. One class that we are particularly proud of this week is the “Leadership Service Learners.”
The students of this class have or...
Oct. 31 Dora School News
October 30th, 2004
Flu
So far we have been really lucky in our school. There may have been a few coughs or sniffles, but no flu that I know. Just hope their parents keep orange juice, pineapple juice and vitamins on han...
Agencies try to work to stop abuse
October 30th, 2004
In 2002, George Bush proclaimed October as National Domestic Violence Awareness month in order to expose the crime of abuse.
In the last 25 years, domestic abuse has ended the lives of 57,000 American...
Oct. 31 Letters to the Editor
October 30th, 2004
Council supports Bond B
Education Bond Issue B is one of those opportunities that come before us supporting our efforts to continue to improve our community.
Eastern New Mexico University is a tremen...
Oct. 31 Obituaries
October 30th, 2004
Lee Vaughn, 81
Mr. Lee Vaughn, 81, of Portales, died Friday, Oct. 29, 2004, at Roosevelt General Hospital in Portales.
He was born on Oct. 17, 1923, in Pontotoc, Okla., to Addie Florence and John Robe...
Be careful who you trick and/or treat
October 30th, 2004
When I was a kid, the joy of Halloween ranked second only to Christmas. It was that wonderful night of the year when we could be ghosts, goblins, and other evil things, and at the same time extort can...
Elections can be better than Halloween
October 30th, 2004
Here we are at Halloween again, munchkins begging for munchies while dancing along the street in quasi-Mardi Gras outfits. As a matter of fact, some may be coming for the second consecutive evening be...
Oct. 31 Public Record
October 30th, 2004
The following criminal dispositions were recently filed in the magistrate court:
• Kasandra Lewis, 21, found guilty of driving on suspension and will serve 90 days of supervised probation.
• Mich...
Personalities Plus: Lori Bohm
October 30th, 2004
Information compiled by Laurie Stone
Name: Lori Bohm
Age: 45 November 15, 1958
Hometown: Albuquerque, NM
Occupation: Mulit-line Career Agent with Farm Bureau Financial Services & Associate Real Estat...
Commissioners get second chance
October 28th, 2004
Roosevelt County Commissioners are reconsidering last month's decision in which they declined to send a list of legislative priorities to Gov. Bill Richardson.
Commissioners voted 4-to-1 against send...
Zias post win at Wayland Baptist
October 28th, 2004
PLAINVIEW, Texas — Senior Kelley McGinty posted a double-double with 14 kills and 10 digs and the Eastern New Mexico University Zias defeated Wayland Baptist 30-27, 30-28, 30-16 Thursday night in no...
Lady Tigers advance to tourney finals
October 28th, 2004
ELIDA — The Elida Lady Tigers assured themselves of a berth in Class 1A regional competition next week with a 25-18, 25-18, 25-23 victory over Dora in the District 3-1A tournament semifinals Thursd...
Broncos begin bid for title at home
October 28th, 2004
After capturing six-man football’s District 3 championship on Saturday with a 28-20 win over Melrose in a battle of unbeatens, the Floyd Broncos have positioned themselves for a run at a state champ...
Dogs treat children to show
October 27th, 2004
Cannon Air Force Base officials on Wednesday hosted a dog-sniffing demonstration for children at the Child Development Center on campus at Eastern New Mexico University.
Julie Cathey, head teacher of...
CAFB captures award for air combat command
October 27th, 2004
Cannon Air Force Base has won the Commander-in-Chief’s 2005 Installation Excellence Award for Air Combat Command, according to a Cannon news release.
The award recognizes efforts of airmen at Depart...
County clerk's office full of early voters
October 27th, 2004
Staff and wire reports
About 20 percent of Roosevelt County’s registered voters have already weighed in on the 2004 general election, assistant county clerk Janet Collins said Wednesday.
She said 2,...
Campos tries to retain seat against Grider
October 27th, 2004
Democratic incumbent Jose Campos said the District 63 state representative election will come down to voters choosing which candidate is most effective. Republican candidate Russell Grider said he bel...
Lady Rams down Lovington in four
October 26th, 2004
Maybe the Portales High Lady Rams are simply starting a late-season surge.
PHS, which has won three of the last four Class 3A state volleyball championships but has been mired well below .500 all seas...
Zias garner first season sweep of Lady Buffs
October 26th, 2004
The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball squad completed its first season sweep of West Texas A&M on Tuesday night, thumping the Lady Buffs 30-18, 30-27, 30-27 in a Lone Star Conference South Divi...
Domenici promotes CAFB
October 26th, 2004
Congressman Pete Domenici on Tuesday lauded the importance of Cannon Air Force Base to America’s military operations and provided a short yet strong list of reasons the base should fare well in the...
Sanders faces May in commissioner race
October 26th, 2004
The new District 2 county commissioner in Roosevelt County will face a number of difficult decisions, from road and budget issues to an overcrowded jail.
The battle is between Democrat David Sanders a...
Haunted houses await Portales residents
October 26th, 2004
It’s that time of year: Frankenstein or a deranged-looking clown just might be at your door the next time you open it.
Portales City Manager Debi Lee said trick-or-treaters will be in neighborhoods...
Cannon man dies playing on soccer field
October 25th, 2004
He was good at mimicry. He always opened the door for his coworkers. And he had a voracious appetite.
But what coworkers with Cannon Air Force Base Public Affairs remember most about Airman 1st Class...
Elida wind farm to be operating by 2005
October 25th, 2004
By Tony Parra
PNT Staff Writer
Tony_Parra@link.freedom.com
Two goals of the new wind energy farm in Elida are less dependence on fossil fuels and less expensive energy costs for customers. So says Bil...
Region could land new call center
October 25th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico may be close to landing a new call center that would employ 600 people.
Clovis Industrial Development Corporation Director Chase Gentry said Wednesday the building that once housed...
Conquerors cruise to second win of season
October 25th, 2004
Junior Caleb Richards was in on 10 touchdowns Saturday to help the Faith Triumphant Conquerors post an 87-57 victory over San Jon at Conquerors Field.
Richards ran for two touchdowns, caught two TD pa...
Portales police receive state accreditation
October 24th, 2004
The Portales Police Department has received state accreditation through a program sponsored by three state organizations.
The accreditation marks the successful completion of a process that has taken...
Voters taking care of matters early
October 24th, 2004
Roosevelt County Clerk Joyce Fraze said the interest for the presidential election race has encouraged a large number of Roosevelt County registered voters for this year’s election.
Fraze said ther...
Hospital to introduce discount plan
October 24th, 2004
Roosevelt General Hospital Administrator James D’Agostino said he was excited about the idea of discount program for uninsured or underinsured patients and on Nov. 1 it will be available to RGH pati...
Oct. 24 Dora School News
October 24th, 2004
Dora School News
This is going to be a busy week at the Dora School. Our volleyball girls will be involved in the volleyball tournament from Tuesday through Friday.
On Wednesday there will be a NHS me...
Oct. 24 Elida School News
October 24th, 2004
Elida FFA chapter housed the 2004 Greenhand Quiz and FFA Creed Speaking contests. The contest took place Oct. 18 at Elida High School. Forty-four contestants from 11 neighboring schools participated....
Oct. 24 Floyd School News
October 24th, 2004
Upcoming events
• Picture retakes are Thursday.
• The Junior Carnival has been moved from Friday to Saturday night.
• Booster Club meets Nov. 1st.
Athletics
Football: Quarterfinals are this Fr...
Oct. 24 Faith Triumphant School News
October 24th, 2004
Students will participate again this year in Operation Christmas Child. It is the largest event of its kind, providing Christmas gifts to children around the world.
Last year we collected over 300 b...
Oct. 24 Portales Junior High News
October 24th, 2004
Parent conferences Monday
All Portales schools will be open for parents from 11:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Monday as parents and teachers review students’ progress this year. Parents may pick up stud...
Police investigating fire as arson
October 24th, 2004
An early-morning fire Saturday at Bender Chevrolet-Cadillac on Mabry Drive is being investigated as arson, police said.
Clovis police Detective Keith Farkas said there was evidence of a break-in at th...
Daylight savings leads to divorces
October 24th, 2004
You don’t hear much about it, but daylight-saving time is a major cause of divorce. I don’t know why the Legislature doesn’t do something about it.
In our half century of marriage, my wife Maril...
Who cares about apathy? It's voting time
October 24th, 2004
In a little over a week, all this election mania will retreat to the apathy closet for another four years, with a few relatively unnoticed interruptions such as picking members of Congress and approvi...
Oct. 24 Public Record
October 24th, 2004
The following criminal dispositions were recently filed in the magistrate court:
• Jaime Ornelas, 29, found guilty of driving on revocation, no insurance and improper backing and will serve seven da...
Zias beat NSU, keep LSC tourney hopes alive
October 23rd, 2004
The Lone Star Conference appears competitive from top to bottom in women’s soccer, and the Northeastern State Lady Reds may be the best proof of that.
Coming off a 2-1 upset of league-leading and na...
Rambelles rally to top Zias in five
October 23rd, 2004
Senior outside hitter Nicole Stoffel collected 24 kills and helped rally Angelo State past Eastern New Mexico University 24-30, 25-30, 30-26, 30-22, 15-9 in a Lone Star Conference South Division volle...
Lady Tigers win district 3-1A finale
October 21st, 2004
DORA — The Elida Lady Tigers wrapped up second place in District 3-1A volleyball Thursday night with a hard-fought 25-20, 25-21, 26-24 victory over the Elida Lady Coyotes.
Elida (14-5, 6-2 district)...
Zias knock off ACU in four
October 21st, 2004
The first big step in Eastern New Mexico University’s bid to wrest the Lone Star Conference South Division volleyball championship after an 0-2 start was passed Thursday night.
Coming up big on the...
Energy providers, legislators, leaning toward wind power
October 21st, 2004
From energy providers to legislators to energy plant manufacturers, it seems that the consensus is that the United States is heading towards more energy being provided from clean energy providers.
Tr...
Sign theft a concern for Portales
October 21st, 2004
With 11 days remaining until Election Day, political rallies and public demonstrations are intensifying as supporters voice their choice for candidacy.
A concern across the nation, and Portales, is t...
Oct. 22 Obituaries
October 21st, 2004
Margaret Webb, 75
Margaret L. Webb, 75, of Portales, died Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2004, at Heartland Continuing Care Center in Portales.
She was born on Oct. 22, 1928, in Tahoka, Texas, to Margarel and Arth...
Plant closes its doors
October 21st, 2004
A longtime frozen fruit manufacturing company in Clovis will close its doors at the end of the month.
FrozFruit, with its 18 full-time and 15 part-time employees, will close its Clovis branch because...
Happiness is where God is
October 21st, 2004
“Honey, someone can have everything in the world, but without God, they are miserable. Take me; the Lord has blessed me so much. I have a wonderful place to stay, good food to eat and people to take...
Tamales hard to keep; easy to make memories with
October 21st, 2004
Trivia: What’s the most popular gift unwrapped during the holidays in New Mexico?
Answer: Tamales.
Don’t you just love tamales? Who doesn’t? There’s even a popular children’s book by Gary So...
Author makes presentation at ENMU
October 20th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University hosted a leadership workshop with journalist and author Alexandra Robbins who gave a brief overview of her book, “Conquering Your Quarter Life Crisis.”
Following the...
Holiday Inn construction bids sought
October 20th, 2004
The new Holiday Inn Express hotel is still in the works and developers are hoping to begin construction within 30 days.
The architectural designs were approved by the construction industries division...
Vigil family operates from afar
October 20th, 2004
Editor’s Note: This story is part of a weekly series on Portales business owners who have been with their respective businesses for at least five years.
For Mark Vigil and his family, owning Mark...
Pettigrew rodeos with help of bloodlines
October 20th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University senior Chance Pettigrew took to steer wrestling naturally, which is not surprising considering his lineage.
His great uncle, Homer Pettigrew, was a six-time world champio...
Rams rush into district season
October 20th, 2004
If you believe the Associated Press poll, the Class 3A state football champion is highly likely to come from District 4.
The top four teams in the AP rankings — New Mexico Military Institute, Ruidos...
Lubbock Christian sweeps past ENMU
October 19th, 2004
LUBBOCK — Lubbock Christian scored the final five points to take Game 1 and Eastern New Mexico University was never a part of the match the rest of the way as the Lady Chaparrals posted a 30-26, 30-...
Lady Cats get past PHS
October 19th, 2004
The Clovis and Portales volleyball teams took turns beating up on each other in the first two games of Tuesday’s match at the PHS gym.
Both looking for momentum heading into district tournament play...
Commissioners consider shift on legislative priorities
October 19th, 2004
Roosevelt County commissioners may reconsider a decision they made in regards to not sending a letter with their legislative priorities to Gov. Bill Richardson and the Department of Finance and Admini...
Oct. 20 Obituaries
October 19th, 2004
Susan Ashmore, 59
Susan Elizabeth Wenzel Ashmore, 59, of Morehead, Ky., died Thursday, Oct. 14, 2004, at the University of Kentucky Medical Center in Lexington, Ky.
She was born on July 16, 1945, in S...
City council makes changes to street repair plans
October 19th, 2004
Mayor Orlando Ortega and city officials approved a change order on Tuesday during the city meeting to a project which would allow the city to use an excess amount of money from a Community Development...
Richardson to visit tonight
October 19th, 2004
Gov. Bill Richardson will visit Portales today to discuss legislative priorities with the public at 6 p.m. at Buchanan Hall, located in the music building on the campus of Eastern New Mexico Universit...
Oct. 20 Elida News
October 19th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays Oct. 21-28: Heather Baca, Sarah Boone, Jon Mark Rogers, Burton Smith, Sandra Ferguson, Austin Shrock, Joe Smith, Tiffany Winston and Shearton Veo.
Anniversaries: Mr. and Mrs. Ben...
Oct. 20 Dora News
October 19th, 2004
These cool days are a good reminder that winder is on its way. The ice on Johnny Piaz’s car top Thursday morning was thick enough that he said he could not just wipe it off.
Farmers are thankful it...
Oct. 20 Floyd News
October 19th, 2004
Transitions
There are no birthdays or anniversaries this week!
Upcoming Events
• Floyd Senior Citizens will meet Thursday evening at the Senior Citizen Building for fellowship and games
• School...
Oct. 20 South County News
October 19th, 2004
Harvest
Peanut harvest is well underway now. Don’t know if are dry enough to thrash yet but should all be dry and waiting.
Some hay has already been cut and is also waiting until it can be ailed.
Th...
Be wary of misleading movie quotes
October 19th, 2004
On Monday, I frequented one of my three favorite movie rental places in Portales. I found the movie I wanted right away, but had no cash on me and felt it awkward to write a $1 check. What followed is...
ENMU students debate platforms
October 18th, 2004
There were no video cameras, no crowd of reporters, no analysts, however, debaters argued for President George W. Bush and presidential candidate John Kerry on Monday in the Becky Sharp Auditorium on...
Voter claims ballot is confusing
October 18th, 2004
A Curry County woman says misuse of Spanish grammar on the state absentee ballots’ inner envelope causes confusion as to whether the vote will be counted.
Election officials have acknowledged the mi...
Oct. 19 Obituaries
October 18th, 2004
Celeste Alloy, 48
Celeste Alloy, 48, of Portales, died Saturday, Oct. 16, 2004, at her home.
She was born on Jan. 3, 1956, in Brooklyn, N.Y., to Marie and Frank Alloy.
She moved from Brooklyn to Porta...
ENMU soccer teams lose on road
October 18th, 2004
AUSTIN, Texas — Giovanni Barletta scored midway through the first half and St. Edward’s made it stand up for a 1-0 victory over Eastern New Mexico University’s men on Sunday in a Southwest Socce...
Hounds picked first, Zias third in LSC South basketball
October 18th, 2004
The Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team has been given the favorite’s nod to make it three consecutive Lone Star Conference South Division championships in 2004-05, according to th...
ENMU spikers stretch winning streak to six
October 16th, 2004
The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team used a 15-0 run in the first game to take control and the Zias cruised to their sixth consecutive win, a 30-8, 30-26, 30-18 sweep of Tarleton State Sa...
Hounds post another comeback win
October 16th, 2004
COMMERCE, Texas — For the fourth consecutive week, the Eastern New Mexico University football team saved its best for last.
Down 21-7 late in the third quarter, the Greyhounds stormed back with 24 p...
Coe wins Eastern New Mexico Fair queen honor
October 16th, 2004
Roosevelt County Fair Queen Adrienne Coe was crowned queen at the Eastern New Mexico State Fair in Roswell earlier this month.
Coe, an Elida High School senior, was among three other girls from Chave...
Portales resident receives Purple Heart
October 16th, 2004
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — It took 63 years, but Portales resident Alvin Fails finally received his Purple Heart for his military service for the United States during World War II.
Brigadier General K...
City, county hold different views on legislative priorities
October 16th, 2004
Gov. Bill Richardson sent a letter of request to local government entities for their legislative priorities, but received a mixed response from city and county officials in Roosevelt County and legisl...
Drinking water reserve at issue for commission
October 16th, 2004
Members of the Ute Water Commission on Friday voted to form a subcommittee to research options for renewing a contract that reserves water as a drinking supply for eastern New Mexicans.
Members of the...
Residents try to help community by aiding movie crew
October 16th, 2004
A Clovis family spent a few hours looking through old yearbooks on Friday night getting ideas for their costumes.
By 10 a.m. on Saturday, the Ratledges were all dolled up and waiting with about 80 oth...
Oct. 17 Floyd School News
October 16th, 2004
Upcoming Events
• Report Card night is Thursday.
• Picture retakes are Oct. 28.
• The junior Carnival will be Oct. 29.
Athletics
Football: Saturday, Junior High and Varsity, Floyd versus Mel...
Oct. 17 Dora School News
October 16th, 2004
Things at the Dora School are moving along as usual and preparations are being made for our annual family fun night.
This will be on Oct. 29 in the Rogers Gym. Booths and Bingo opens at 7 p.m. and the...
Oct. 17 Elida School News
October 16th, 2004
Adrienne Coe, a senior at Elida High School, has been named the 2004 Eastern New Mexico State Fair Queen in Roswell. Coe, 18, was among four girls vying for the title. Coe, who also had the Grand...
Oct. 17 Portales Junior High News
October 16th, 2004
Parent/Teacher conferences
Thursday and Friday found students taking their first quarter tests to wrap up the first grading period. Report cards will be available to parents during parent/teacher conf...
Oct. 17 Faith Triumphant News
October 16th, 2004
Football
Saturday at Conqueror Field vs. San Jon, 2 p.m.; Oct. 29 at Conqueror Field vs. Midland Trinity, noon; Nov. 6th at Conqueror Field vs. Holy Cross, noon.
Film class
The film class is curren...
Nuttall leaves behind memories
October 16th, 2004
While Clovis schools Superintendent Neil Nuttall spent this weekend in Missouri finalizing the terms for his future at a community college, his colleagues say his years in Clovis were marked by change...
Oct. 17 Public Record
October 16th, 2004
The following criminal dispositions were recently filed in the magistrate court:
• Dominic Morin, 19, found guilty of contempt of court and will serve 364 days of supervised probation. Morin was als...
Sign theft a crime against freedom
October 16th, 2004
I don’t know how a person can sprain an ankle by accidentally poking a thumb into a reciprocating saw — I’ll have to ask Ed Miller about that because he’s an expert in such matters. However, I...
Lamb plus bridge game equals trouble
October 16th, 2004
Before they come after me with that final funny jacket, I have to tell you that the night the lamb broke up our bridge party ranks as a high-water mark in my otherwise serene life. Of course, it doesn...
George Kizer Life Story
October 16th, 2004
George Kizer was the oldest of eight children in his family. It was said of him by family members that he had a work ethic that was strongly unique.
Kizer was a cotton farmer for most of his life. His...
Hounds, Zias begin basketball practice today
October 14th, 2004
It took Shawn Scanlan two years to bring the Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team from a 4-22 record and the basement of the Lone Star Conference South Division to back-to-back champi...
Lions look to spoil ENMU's division run
October 14th, 2004
With three consecutive come-from-behind wins under its belt, the Eastern New Mexico University football team suddenly finds itself in the middle of the Lone Star Conference South Division race.
Coach...
Stanfield to perform next Saturday in Farwell
October 14th, 2004
By Tony Parra
PNT Staff Writer
Tony_Parra@link.freedom.com
Jana Stanfield will bring her music with meaning to West Texas and Eastern New Mexico residents at 7 p.m. on Oct. 23 in Farwell, Texas, accor...
Former teacher has hearing in Dora
October 14th, 2004
DORA — A public hearing was held Thursday to determine whether a Dora High School teacher was properly discharged after a former teacher returned from a military committment.
The hearing took place...
Campos, Grider debate on District 63 issues
October 14th, 2004
CLOVIS — State Rep. Joseph Campos, D-Santa Rosa, and Republican challenger Russell Grider of Clovis sparred for two hours Wednesday over topics such as gangs, water and education in a debate held at...
Oct. 15 Obituaries
October 14th, 2004
Teresa Swaim, 30
Teresa Swaim, 30, of Portales, died Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2004, at her home.
She was born on Nov. 7, 1973, in Clovis, to Jolene and Will Jaquess.
She grew up in Clovis and Portales. She a...
Face life with faith in your heart
October 14th, 2004
Do you ever get discouraged? It’s hard not to be in today’s world of conflict and bad news. Discouragement is a chief weapon of the enemy — leading to apathy, insensitivity, bitterness and resen...
Getting kids to clean room requires creativity
October 14th, 2004
How clean is your house?
That’s a scary question to ask someone, even a good friend, during a casual conversation.
“How’s your day?” and “What do you think about the weather?” These are v...
Rams gear up for Coyotes
October 13th, 2004
New Roswell High football coach Barry Chambers hopes he can accomplish for the Coyotes what he did over the past four seasons at Deming — lift the program to respectability.
“At Deming, I walked i...
Sunland expansion hits snags
October 13th, 2004
Sunland Inc. executives and workers are anxious to have a new building in full operation to accommodate the growing demand for peanut butter and despite the delays, they hope to have the new building...
Paiz continues family tradition with business
October 13th, 2004
This story is part of a News-Tribune weekly feature on business owners who have been at their respective business for five years or more.
The Paiz family has been feeding Portales for almost two deca...
Nuttall accepts job in Missouri
October 13th, 2004
Neil Nuttall said presiding at a college is something he always prepared for as he pursued his doctorate degree.
The Clovis Municipal Schools superintendent agreed Monday to chase what he called a “...
Public defender calls it a career
October 13th, 2004
For 25 years he has served as Curry County’s public defender. But on Oct. 29, Calvin Neumann will officially retire from public service at the age of 72. He won’t be without things to do, however....
Oct. 14 Obituaries
October 13th, 2004
Doris Carpenter, 72
Doris Carpenter, 72, of Portales, died Monday, Oct. 4, 2004, at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock.
She was born on May 22, 1932, in Grand Rapids, Mich., to Dorothy and Everett Bo...
Vixens roll to victory over Floyd
October 12th, 2004
FLOYD — It was hard telling from Fort Sumner senior Tobea Patterson just who had won.
“Our passes were not good at all tonight,” she said. “The intensity was really bad, too.”
Except for a b...
Zias end losing streak against Lady Buffs with five-game win
October 12th, 2004
CANYON, Texas — Anna Bellum had 22 kills and Kelley McGinty added 18 kills and 21 digs Tuesday night, lifting Eastern New Mexico University’s volleyball team past West Texas A&M 30-23, 38-40, 30-2...
Hotel Clovis statue found in Texas
October 12th, 2004
The Indian chief statue that disappeared in July from atop the Hotel Clovis has been discovered in Texas.
The 73-year-old artifact was ditched alongside a road six miles northeast of Littlefield, Tex...
Oct. 13 Floyd News
October 12th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays: Seth Chandler (6), Tessa Nall (9), Jennifer Essary (30).
Upcoming Events
• Floyd Senior Citizens will meet Thursday evening at the Senior Citizen Building for fellowship and...
Oct. 13 Elida News
October 12th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays Oct. 17-23: Alyssa Bargas, Chris Merrick, Tommy McKinney and Shannon Wilson.
Festival
The Fall Festival will be held at the Elida school gym Saturday, starting around 6 p.m. The...
Oct. 13 Dora/South County News
October 12th, 2004
Rain in all areas but the rain and hail was not in the southern area. The storm that swept through the Dora/Rogers area last Tuesday morning was pretty bad for some time. Some areas are more stripped...
Time flies when you know a celebrity
October 12th, 2004
I’ll admit that I should have written about this one sooner, but I think it’s still worthwhile. After all, when you have a brush with a celebrity, you need to let people know.
I can hear it alread...
ENMU plans web broadcast of volleyball match
October 11th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University has announced that an audio broadcast of the Zias’ Lone Star Conference South Division match at West Texas A&M will be available free to listeners on the internet thro...
ENMU squads perform well in rodeo at Vernon
October 11th, 2004
VERNON, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s rodeo teams posted their best showings of the season in a Southwest Region rodeo over the weekend, hosted by Vernon College.
ENMU’s men tied with...
Oct. 12 Obituaries
October 11th, 2004
Russell Knudson Jr., 78, of Portales, died Monday, Oct. 11, 2004, at his home.
He was born on May 15, 1926, in Blanket, Texas, to Russell and Thelma Knudson.
He graduated from Farley High School in...
Country singer to perform Wednesday at ENMU
October 11th, 2004
The Office of Student Activities and Organizations at Eastern New Mexico University is bringing what it believes to be a rising star to campus for a concert.
Country music artist Aaron Watson is sch...
Domenici expects money for Cannon to be approved shortly
October 11th, 2004
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Pete Domenici on Monday said he fully expects President Bush to quickly sign into law a military construction bill that includes $9.5 million he secured to construct a consoli...
Portales native tries to educate voting public
October 11th, 2004
A former Portales resident is part of a group trying to bring a grassroots feel to the national presidential debates.
Heather Balas, a 1987 graduate of Portales High School and 1991 graduate of Easter...
Zias finish sweep in WT volleyball event
October 9th, 2004
CANYON, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team completed a three-game sweep in the Lady Buff Challenge, hosted by West Texas A&M, beating St. Mary’s 30-24, 27-30, 30-28, 30-24 a...
ENMU enrollment holds mix of good, bad news
October 9th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University president Steven Gamble went into more detail over enrollment numbers for the regents during the Board of Regents’ meeting on Friday morning and gave the regents a mix...
Group seeks donations for garage sale
October 9th, 2004
Debbie Pullman, the on-site manager at the Ruth Visage Apartments, located on W. Fir St., is seeking donations for their upcoming garage sale. The money earned will be used to purchase pictures, curta...
Seniors receive news on prescription drug cards
October 9th, 2004
Senior citizens attended an informational seminar on Friday morning at the Portales Senior Citizens center to see if someone can help them with the increasing costs.
Buffie Saavedra, the program mana...
Police identify trouble spots for drivers
October 9th, 2004
Portales police department officers have been using a bulletin board indicating traffic accidents to target what areas officers need to keep a watchful eye on.
Portales Capt. Lonnie Berry said drive...
Oct. 10 Portales Junior High News
October 9th, 2004
School closes two days
Students and staff alike celebrate Monday in honor of Christopher Columbus. Students also have Tuesday off while teachers participate in professional development trainings.
Vol...
Oct. 10 Elida School News
October 9th, 2004
Elida Elementary and Elida High School will host a parent-teacher conference on Friday from 1-4 p.m. All parents and legal guardians of students at Elida are encouraged to come interact with teachers...
Oct. 10 Floyd News
October 9th, 2004
Upcoming Events
• There is no school Monday in observance of Columbus Day.
• School Board will meet Monday night at 7pm.
• This is Homecoming week.
• Picture retakes are Oct. 28.
• Junior Ca...
Oct. 10 Dora School News
October 9th, 2004
Rain, muddy roads and school buses don’t work together very well. Tuesday morning all went well for the early routes gathering up the students, but about the time they all began arriving at school a...
Oct. 10 Obituaries
October 9th, 2004
David Kittrell, 48
Mr. David Lynn Kittrell. 48, of Clovis, died Thursday, Oct. 7, 2004, at his home.
He was born on March 14, 1956, in Clovis, to T.J. and Ysleta Kittrell.
He lived in the Farwell and...
Oct. 10 Public Record
October 9th, 2004
The following criminal dispositions were recently filed in the Roosevelt County District Court:
• Sherman Kent, 50, found guilty of possession of a controlled substance, to-wit, methamphetamine and...
Red Cross director ends career
October 9th, 2004
She made deliveries during a snowstorm, was often the first volunteer to arrive when disaster struck and juggled a hectic schedule in her 19 years with the Clovis Red Cross.
But a personal need of her...
Angering rain gods a bad idea
October 9th, 2004
Last month folks in this neck of the republic glared at bleak and shadowy clouds and muttered, “All right, enough is enough!” They were, of course, referring to the soggy conclusion of the drought...
Belle Cox Lifestory
October 9th, 2004
Belle McCall Cox was a woman known for her style, grace class and humor. She touched the lives of many by conveying the importance of family unity and treating others as she wanted to be treated.
Fam...
Hounds seek better result against Buffs
October 7th, 2004
With consecutive wins under their collective belt, Eastern New Mexico University football coach Bud Elliott believes the Greyhounds are starting to hit their stride.
But as they found out last year, r...
Zias coast past Wayland Baptist
October 7th, 2004
CANYON, Texas — Sophomore middle blocker Grace George compiled 15 kills and senior outside hitter Anna Bellum added 10 kills and eight digs Thursday night as Eastern New Mexico University cruised pa...
Pettigrew earns all-around cowboy honors
October 7th, 2004
ALPINE, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University senior Chance Pettigrew won the steer wrestling competition and the all-around cowboy title Oct. 2 at Sul Ross State.
Pettigrew won the first round in 3...
Roosevelt among five counties served by child support center
October 7th, 2004
In 2003, the child support division of the New Mexico Human Services Department collected $3.4 million for families in Curry and Roosevelt counties.
With the opening of a regional office in Clovis, st...
Air Expo set for Saturday in Portales
October 7th, 2004
This year the Portales Air Expo will no longer be known as an Expo, but rather the Portales Fly-in and it will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the Portales Municipal Airport.
Ray Pallares, an op...
Oct. 8 Obituaries
October 7th, 2004
Allen Cunningham, 52
Allen Ray Cunningham, 52, of Tatum, died Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2004, at Nor Lea General Hospital in Lovington.
He was born on July 16, 1952, in Farmington, to James and Rose Cunningham...
Gomez part of ENMU nominees
October 7th, 2004
After graduating from high school in Bloomfield in 1977, Brenda (Worley) Gomez came across the state to attend Eastern New Mexico University.
Basically, she’s never left the area.
Gomez, the girls b...
Children are just on loan
October 7th, 2004
Home Tours bring memories of our house tour when the boys were small. Emmitt had just built our first house and we had three little boys, Mark 6, Lance 4 and Lane 3 months. We all felt honored when as...
'Itsy Bitsy Spider' mentality needed for recent rain
October 7th, 2004
How many of you actually got some of your “save it for a rainy day” things checked off your list during this week’s rainstorms?
That’s a good way to know whether someone is sincere about doing...
Ortega urges water board members to work together
October 6th, 2004
LOGAN — Portales Mayor Orlando Ortega on Wednesday urged members of the Eastern New Mexico Rural Water Authority to work together — not independently — in efforts to negotiate with the Intersta...
Businesses feel different effects from rain
October 6th, 2004
Businesses and utility companies had opposite situations during the stormy weather on Tuesday and each felt the effects in different ways.
Roosevelt County Electric employees were busy repairing powe...
As rain passes, city bracing for more storms
October 6th, 2004
City department employees cleaned up some of the mess made by the storm which left 2.72 inches of rain on Tuesday, but meteorologists say there’s another system on the way on Monday.
Jim Kratzer, m...
Business owner insists on doing things right the first time
October 6th, 2004
Editor’s Note: The News-Tribune is doing this story as part of a weekly series on local business owners that have been with their respective businesses for five years or longer.
Businessman Gary Lo...
Carter to change sides in courtroom
October 6th, 2004
istrict Attorney Brett Carter has spent 18 years in Roosevelt and Curry County courtrooms working to ensure felons face justice.
In about a month he’ll be an adversary to prosecutors.
Carter will ta...
Oct. 7 Obituaries
October 6th, 2004
Doris Carpenter, 72
Doris Carpenter, 72, of Portales, died Monday, Oct. 4, 2004, at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock.
She was born on May 22, 1932, in Grand Rapids, Mich., to Dorothy and Everett Bog...
Deputies receive pay increase
October 5th, 2004
Despite a budget crunch, Roosevelt County Commissioners relented on Tuesday and agreed to a hourly pay increase of $2 for certified Roosevelt County Sheriff’s department deputies.
The starting pay...
Elida receives building for community center
October 5th, 2004
By Laurie Stone
PNT Staff Writer
Laurie_Stone@link.freedom.com
The Elida Masonic Lodge is donating its building on South Main to the town of Elida, requesting that the citizens of Elida use it as a co...
City council discusses legislative priorities
October 5th, 2004
Mayor Orlando Ortega and city councilors met on Tuesday an hour before the city meeting to have their legislative priorities in order for Gov. Bill Richardson.
They met and agreed the top priority is...
Residents required for movie scene
October 5th, 2004
With locks stretching like cotton candy over their beady heads, a group of female customers at a local salon joke they resemble their mothers.
Their hair sticks to the tops of cars, is held to togethe...
Oct. 6 Dora News
October 5th, 2004
I just don’t know how it’s possible the dry land milo and hay crops are changing so fast. Just last weekend the milo heads were barely turning a little colored and now some of the fields are so re...
Oct. 6 Elida News
October 5th, 2004
Birthdays Oct. 9-16
T. J. Good, Carolyn Holms, Joan Nuckoles, Stub Nuckoles, Megan Bumguardner, Sandy Anthony, Brianna Bargas, Montie Cochrain, Jamie Fine, Harold Kirkpatrick and Andy Husted.
Treats
...
Oct. 6 Floyd News
October 5th, 2004
Transitions
There are no birthdays or anniversaries this week. If you have a birthday or anniversary, please let me know.
Upcoming events
• Lions will meet tonight at 7 p.m. in the Community Buildi...
Oct. 6 Obituaries
October 5th, 2004
Sally Wall, 81
Sally B. Wall, 81, of Portales, died Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2004, at Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis.
She was born on Sept. 3, 1923, in Richmond, Ark., to Will and Elizabeth Thomas. ...
Water pipeline needs support from others
October 5th, 2004
An affordable supply of good quality water is critical to sustaining future economic opportunities, not to mention our state’s culture and way of life. Drought, population increases, and depleting...
Consolidation will help United Way branches
October 5th, 2004
Last Thursday evening, I had the privilege of attending the Roosevelt County United Way (RCUW) kickoff dinner/dessert auction. It was a pretty well attended and lively event, during which we were prov...
WT whitewashes Hounds in soccer
October 5th, 2004
CANYON, Texas — Junior forward Josh Fender netted his first hat trick of the season and junior midfielder Omar Morales added three assists as West Texas A&M blanked Eastern New Mexico University 7-0...
ENMU political groups plan debate for tonight
October 4th, 2004
While the presidential and vice presidential candidates prepare for their debates, political groups at Eastern New Mexico University are working together for theirs.
A policy debate is scheduled for 7...
ENMU part of "Greater Expectations" program
October 4th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University is trying to prove it has greater expectations.
School officials want to achieve every aspect of greater expectations and update and upgrade departments dealing with ENM...
Jump in suicides has Air Force officials on edge
October 4th, 2004
A recent spike in Air Force suicides — 10 in September — has leaders scrambling to find the cause after launching prevention programs this year because of a gradual rise.
“This rash has scared...
Portales teenagers screen film at Clovis festival
October 4th, 2004
Two 14 year-old Portales High School students started Wizard Productions when they were in third grade.
By sixth grade they had an editing program on their computer, and now the two and more than 10...
Oct. 5 Obituaries
October 4th, 2004
Warren Armstrong, 70
Warren Armstrong, 70, of Ketchum, Okla., died Friday, Oct. 1, 2004, at his home.
He was born on Oct. 16, 1933, in Tidioute, Pa., to Mead and Mary Armstrong.
He married Joan Gregor...
Lady Rams fall in district opener
October 4th, 2004
RUIDOSO — After a tough pre-district schedule, the Portales Lady Rams weren’t able to get it going Saturday in their District 4-3A opener and dropped a 25-17, 25-20, 25-16 decision to the Ruidoso...
Former ENMU president dies at 70
October 2nd, 2004
Warren Armstrong, Eastern New Mexico University’s sixth president, died Friday morning at his home in Oklahoma.
Armstrong was the president at ENMU from 1975 through 1983, at which point he accepted...
Family looking for missing mother
October 2nd, 2004
Nine days ago, a neighbor saw Vicky Lynn leave her Alamogordo home for a routine walk. Family and friends haven’t seen the Farwell native since, despite an intensive search effort by law enforcement...
Portales schools receive grant to fight obesity
October 2nd, 2004
The Portales Municipal School District has been awarded a $398,044 three-year grant through the U. S. Department of Education’s Carol M. White Physical Education Program (PEP).
According to a pair o...
Education for emergencies set for Saturday
October 2nd, 2004
The Portales emergency and health departments want to send a message to Roosevelt County residents on Saturday. That message is to learn helpful tips which could save a life.
Portales will have its f...
Mayors testify regarding Ute Water Project
October 2nd, 2004
Mayor David Lansford of Clovis and Mayor Orlando Ortega of Portales wanted to send a clear message to Congress that federal funding is vital and necessary now for the Ute Water Project.
“There is n...
Oct. 3 Dora School News
October 2nd, 2004
Daylight time ends soon
October has arrived so we have this next four weeks until the time change happens on Oct. 31. Anyway it will be time to take care of that on the night of Oct. 30.
Baseball sea...
Oct. 3 Portales Junior High News
October 2nd, 2004
Money crunch
Students will have the opportunity to help raise money for school projects. Monday they meet with a sales representative who explains the merchandise and procedures students need to fol...
Oct. 3 Floyd School News
October 2nd, 2004
Upcoming Events
• There will be a Booster Club meeting Monday in the library at 6 p.m.
• The Eastern New Mexico State Fair will be in Roswell Oct. 4-8.
• Homecoming Bonfire will be Oct. 15....
Oct. 3 Elida School News
October 2nd, 2004
A heartfelt “thank you” goes out to the members of the Elida PTO for their hard work and dedication. Each year the annual book fair hosted by the PTO supplies the elementary library with a wide...
Arts on display at Clovis festival
October 2nd, 2004
CLOVIS — Five years ago Lonzo Lassiter signed up for a pottery class at Clovis Community College to fulfill his art credit and get an easy “A.” He never thought he would earn a second and third...
No complaining about community service
October 2nd, 2004
I’ve been thinking about it and have arrived at the conclusion that people are quicker to complain than they are to praise. Why is this?
Oh, I certainly do my share of bellyaching, but running my...
Short night a time to elope
October 2nd, 2004
There was a crucial moment preceding my half-century matrimonial partnership that made my future wife Marilyn shout, “You WHAT?”
Her scary attitude resulted from something I mumbled in her ear abo...
Oct. 3 Obituaries
October 2nd, 2004
Daniel Boone, 49
Daniel “Dan” Scott Boone, 49, died Friday, Oct. 1, 2004, at Princeton Place in Albuquerque.
He was born on April 17, 1955, in Portales, to Mary Lynne and Fred Boone.
He was preced...
Oct. 3 Public Record
October 2nd, 2004
The following divorces were incorrectly stated as being recently filed in the Roosevelt County Courthouse:
• Terry Lynn Sherburne and Lisa Sherburne. The case before the court was involving custody...
Cannon had gift of giving
October 2nd, 2004
Irene Cannon was a quiet woman with the gift of giving.
Family members described Cannon as being the type of person you could count on when you were in need. She was said to have been a rock that was...
Wall enjoys helping others
October 2nd, 2004
Your name: Lynne Wall
Your job: C.J.’s Pillbox
Your age (and birth date): 50, Nov. 13, 1953
Your hometown: Floyd
Occupation: Pharmacy clerk
Your family (spouse, children, names, and ages): Johnny, 5...
Hounds erase 23-point, fourth-quarter deficit to beat ASU 38-35
October 2nd, 2004
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Senior quarterback Steven Hinson’s 31-yard touchdown pass to Derrick Hunter with 1:03 left capped a fourth-quarter rally from a 23-point deficit, lifting Eastern New Mexico Uni...
Zias drop South match to ACU in five games
October 2nd, 2004
ABILENE, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team has put together an outstanding record the last two years in fifth games — until this weekend.
The Zias dropped their second cons...
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