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Friday area boys prep basketball — Nov. 30
November 30th, 2012
TEXICO — Texico cruised into the boys title match of the Citizens Bank Border Shootout while Farwell had a little tougher time.Texico 54, Logan 40 — Miguel Reyna...
Friday area girls prep basketball — Nov. 30
November 30th, 2012
TEXICO — Texico and Friona advanced to the girls championship game of the Texico Citizens Bank Border Shootout with easy wins Friday.Texico 59, Logan 39 — Shayle...
ENMU basketball capsules — Dec. 1
November 30th, 2012
MenENMU (4-3, 1-0 Lone Star Conference) at Abilene Christian (4-1, 1-0)• When:
Seasonal floats
November 30th, 2012
Derek Saiz' eyes lit up Friday afternoon as he drilled screws into the wooden beams of a trailer behind the Clovis hospital.
Tularosa tops Texico — again
November 30th, 2012
TEXICO — You could argue that Tularosa has Texico’s number of late.Mostly, the Wildcats have Jim Coleman, and that was enough to lift second-seeded Tularosa to a 26-21 Class 2A p...
In search of ponies: List of exotic pets getting longer
November 30th, 2012
I t seems there isn't much left on the planet that humankind hasn't tried to domesticate, and if not attempting to domesticate, mankind has tried to keep most everything in captivity at one tim...
Respect two-way street
November 30th, 2012
I have noticed a couple of recent letters to the editor calling for respect toward those in political office. That’s all well and good; there needs to be more respec...
ENMU-ACU preview
November 30th, 2012
MenENMU (4-3, 1-0 Lone Star Conferencne) at Abilene Christian (4-1, 1-0)
Empty Stocking Fund
November 30th, 2012
Today's focus: Family L2Household members: 4Children: 2 children under 12.Special circumstances: In this fa...
Meetings watch: ENMU Board of Regents
November 30th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University will request an additional $5 million from the state Legislature for its renovation work at the Jack Williamson Liberal Arts building.The ENMU Board of Regents...
McGee: Nothing wrong with women taking lead
November 30th, 2012
I have a lot of respect for women.My mom did most of the raising of my brother, sister and me. While my dad was busy with his work my mom was the one who directed my world: She drove me to B...
Expectations run high for Wildcats
November 30th, 2012
In his first season as Clovis High boys basketball coach, Matt King led the Wildcats to last spring’s Class 5A state semifinals.With six of their top eight players back, the Cats will...
Clovis woman gets 18 years despite emotional plea
November 30th, 2012
Guadalupe Flores, eyes welling and her voice cracking, pleaded for mercy at her sentencing Friday for killing Brandon Vann, a man she called her best friend.District Judge Stephen Quinn&rsqu...
Thursday area prep summaries — Nov. 29
November 29th, 2012
Citizens Bank Border ShootoutAt TexicoBoysThursday’s quarterfinalsFarwell 65, Melrose 18...
Fugitive gets assaulted while in custody
November 29th, 2012
Hours after he was transported to the Curry County jail Thursday, former international fugitive and accused killer Noe Torres was attacked by the uncle of the child he is charged with helping slay....
Empty stocking fund — Nov. 30
November 29th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family LHousehold members: 4 Children: 3Special circumstan...
Adult sentence to be pursued for accused killer
November 29th, 2012
Prosecutors say they plan to pursue an adult sentence against a Tucumcari teen accused of killing his mother and stepsister.A 9 a.m. Dec. 7 preliminary hearing has been set for Tony Day, 14,...
Police Blotter — Nov. 30
November 29th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday1 p.m.: Caller requested an ambulance, 600 block of Wylie Cox Circ...
People make the world go round
November 29th, 2012
Look at those you love. Look at the friends you have. I’m so glad God made people. Aren’t you grateful for them? We would freeze in the winter and get hot in our house if we didn’...
Events Calendar — Nov. 30
November 29th, 2012
TodayENMU Board of Regents meeting — 5 p.m., Regents Room in the Administration Building. Meeting to discuss JWLA renova...
Bible study meetings provide safe place for students
November 29th, 2012
It took eight years for local minister Don Thomas’ young adult bible study group to become what he had envisioned. “The Christian Campus House was founded to give students a...
ENMU veterans hold coat drive
November 29th, 2012
‘Tis the spirit of giving, and a group of student veterans at Eastern New Mexico University say service is what they know, so this time of year is no exception.As the temperatures drop...
Officials say Torres attacked in jail
November 29th, 2012
Hours after he was transported to the Curry County jail Thursday, former international fugitive and accused killer Noe Torres was attacked by the uncle of the child he is charged with helping slay....
Their View: Secession shouldn’t be suppressed
November 29th, 2012
Conservative columnist Walter Williams offers this view on freedom:There are irreconcilable differences between Americans who want to control the lives of others and those w...
Ranking paints distorted picture of NMSU crime
November 29th, 2012
We never give a second thought to the notion that the New Mexico State University campus may not be safe.And so, when The Business Insider website recently ran a story claiming NMSU was the...
Correction: Twelfth Night admission $7
November 29th, 2012
Admission is $7 for the Clovis Community College student production of “Twelfth Night,” which begins at 7 Thursday night. The play runs through Saturday at the CCC Town Hall.&nbs...
Hounds win LSC opener
November 28th, 2012
PORTALES — If the Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team can make it through one more game, the Greyhounds should get some much-needed rest.Playing for the sixth tim...
Q&A: Portales firefighter looks forward to embarrassing Clovis in bask...
November 28th, 2012
Members of the Portales and Clovis fire departments are gearing up to face off in a competitive basketball game Sunday in Portales to raise money for local broadcasters’ Rooney and Moon&rsquo...
Setting it Straight — Nov. 29
November 28th, 2012
A story about Bud Johnston being the last Bataan Death March survivor in Curry County at the time of his death included incorrect information. Melvin “Kike” Waltmon of Clovis is a Bataa...
Graduate with guilty conscience sends ENMU box of toilet paper
November 28th, 2012
PORTALES — A graduate with a guilty conscience has sent Eastern New Mexico University in Portales a box of toilet paper to repay the university for toilet paper he took from a dormitory as a...
Police Blotter — Nov. 29
November 28th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Monday6:30 a.m.: Officer requested a case number for found property....
Events Calendar — Nov. 29
November 28th, 2012
TodayPublic Hearing — 10 a.m., Commission Room in the county courthouse. To talk about the CDBG grant project which was...
My Turn — Nov. 29
November 28th, 2012
Meredith Willson’s beloved musical, “The Music Man,” belongs in communities just like ours.I remember a terrific production 30-plus years ago on the postage stamp-sized sta...
Local children craft and paint Christmas ornaments
November 28th, 2012
Marlee Cash carefully placed the tip of her paint brush onto the glass ball in her hand, concentrating as she added more green dots of paint onto it’s red background.The 6-year-old pai...
Angelo State staves off Zias
November 28th, 2012
PORTALES — Eastern New Mexico University’s women found some offense for the first time this season Wednesday night, but they didn’t have the size to deal with Angelo State’s...
Foster mom had taken in dozens of children over the years
November 28th, 2012
A 14-year-old boy is accused of killing both his adopted mom and sister in their Tucumcari home late Monday before another adopted son tackled him, possibly saving the lives of an infant and others...
Tuesday area prep basketball summaries — Nov. 27
November 27th, 2012
BoysGrady 46, Floyd 27Grady (1-0) — Adam Lunsford 4, Koby Valentine 10, Trenton Jones 11, Trenton Lee 5, Isaac Bailey 1, Jorda...
Pharmacy fees likely will be hiked
November 27th, 2012
The House and Senate will decide in the next few weeks how military pharmacy fees will be raised in 2013, a step that arguably will be the most significant taken to date to slow growth in military...
Time for Kevin’s Holiday Hints
November 27th, 2012
The week has come upon me, and with no election, new TV shows or new sports seasons to be overly concerned about, I’ve come to a basic realization that I have nothing to write about. I know m...
Like cockroaches, meth issue will never go away
November 27th, 2012
In the same sense that we sometimes wonder why Mother Nature gave the world cockroaches, it’s also normal to question why we have methamphetamine. Cockroaches certainly are among the f...
Police Blotter — Nov. 28
November 27th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Friday12:34 a.m.: Caller reported someone banging on the front windows, 700...
Events Calendar — Nov. 28
November 27th, 2012
TodayFree meal at St. Helen — 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Helen Catholic Church.Ninja Vanish —...
My Turn — Open season for Christmas
November 27th, 2012
Now that Thanksgiving is over, it’s open season for Christmas everything. I know there are many out there (most likely not in this area) who aren’t Christmas people and I feel the consu...
KENW-TV pledge drive to offer incentives
November 27th, 2012
KENW-TV has collected $7,388 in its first weekend of airing pledge programs.The public TV station at Eastern New Mexico University is holding its annual Winterfest Membership Drive in which...
Lt. Gov. Sanchez addresses concerns of local residents
November 27th, 2012
Gross receipt taxes are a big concern across New Mexico, according to Lt. Gov. John Sanchez and his staff.Scott and Jane Christensen, owners of HomeSpot in Portales, expressed to Sanchez on...
Hounds, Zias jump into LSC play
November 27th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball coach Andrew Helton is relatively happy with his team’s early-season play, but he hopes the best is yet to come.The Greyhounds (3-3...
Empty stocking fund — Nov. 28
November 27th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family G3Household members: 6Children: 5Special circumstan...
In Tribute: Bataan Death March survivor remembered for optimism
November 27th, 2012
The last survivor of the Bataan Death March in Curry County returned in good spirits despite spending 3 1/2 years as a prisoner of war, family members said.That was typical of Bud D. Johnsto...
Two killed in Quay County (updated)
November 27th, 2012
A Quay County teen is in custody after police say he killed his mother and stepsister in their home Monday night outside of Tucumcari.
Police Blotter — Nov. 27
November 26th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday12:15 p.m.: Caller reported a hold up alarm, 2100 block Hayes....
Empty stocking fund — Nov. 27
November 26th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family G2Household members: 7Children: 5Special circumstances: The father of...
Chaps pull away late, beat Hounds
November 26th, 2012
LUBBOCK — Senior guard Jevvon Hunter led four players in double figures with 18 points and freshman guard Jabril Durham flirted with a triple-double Monday night as Lubbock Christian slipped...
Events Calendar — Nov. 27
November 26th, 2012
TodayCuddle Bunnies — 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library. Books n’ Babies program.Information: 356-3940.
My Turn — ‘Holiday Happening’ pride of Portales
November 26th, 2012
I’ve been away on vacation. A nice escape from reality, we’ve been off doing our favorite thing… seeing new sights. But when we booked the get-away, there were a couple of dates...
Black Friday results mixed
November 26th, 2012
Prize drawings and free breakfast were among the ways local retailers plied shoppers on Black Friday. Burns Do It Center staff prepared grilled pancakes in the morning to a...
Community charity helps airmen travel home
November 26th, 2012
Thomas Riches has served in the Air Force for three years and has been at Cannon Air Force Base for two, so visits with family are few and far between.That’s why Riches was grateful th...
ENMU alumni seminar to highlight events
November 26th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University Alumni Affairs coordinator Robert Graham sifted through his e-mail Monday afternoon in his office as he began e-mailing more invitations to ENMU alumni. &l...
Zias add pair in softball for 2014
November 26th, 2012
The Eastern New Mexico University softball team has added a pair of early signees for the 2014 season in shortstop/third baseman Audrey Velasquez of Las Cruces and pitcher Alyssa Cornejo of Riversi...
FDA halts Sunland's reopening
November 26th, 2012
Sunland Inc.’s plans to reopen its processing plant today were thwarted Monday by the Food and Drug Administration.Sunland Vice-President Katalin Coburn said Sunland officials were sur...
Official: Sunland reopening process plant on Tuesday
November 26th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico peanut butter company that was shuttered after a salmonella outbreak will reopen its peanut processing facility on Tuesday and hopes to be making peanut butter ag...
Otis is the best horse on the ranch
November 24th, 2012
Readers send me stories and ideas for the column. Sometimes they are so good they deserve retellin' in their own words. This is Barry's tale about a "real cowboy," named Otis.Otis wore h...
Empty stocking fund — Nov. 25
November 24th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family GHousehold members: 6Children: 4Special circumstanc...
Local businesses to help those in need
November 24th, 2012
Local organizations are working to raise money to provide gifts for those in need this Christmas. Here is a look at what organizations and agencies in Clovis and Portales are doing to brighten the...
Seniors rallied team to secure title
November 24th, 2012
When Elida senior Shealton Veo-Chenault arose for championship day at the state volleyball tournament last weekend, she and her teammates were brimming with optimism about what might come later.
Events Calendar — Nov. 25
November 24th, 2012
WednesdayFree meal at St. Helen’s — 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Helen’s Catholic Church.Alzheimer&...
My Turn — Scattershooting about Facebook
November 24th, 2012
Taking a cue from fellow columnist and Texas Rangers fan Kevin Wilson, today I’m scattershooting about Facebook.For peace and safety, friends Avis Jones, Ron Barker, Robert Patrick and...
Q&A — Portales Police Chief Doug Jones
November 24th, 2012
Portales Police Chief Doug Jones has been on the job a week now. He recently sat down the PNT and offered insight about himself and what he’s learned about Portales and its police depar...
Greyhounds sweep Thanksgiving Classic
November 24th, 2012
Junior guard Rafael Love scored a career-high 27 points, including a pair of 3-pointers to spark a crucial second-half run, and the Eastern New Mexico University men's basketball team defeated Mis...
Anniversaries — Nov. 25
November 24th, 2012
HughesGeorge and Ruth Ann Hughes recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary. George and Ruth Ann (Sims) married on Nov. 8, 1942, in Hobart, Okla. George was stationed at Fort Sill...
Senior happenings — Nov. 25
November 24th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los Abuelitos, PortalesTuesday: 10:30 a.m. indoor exercise; 1 p.m. bingo and refreshments...
School menus — Nov. 25
November 24th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Strawberry banana French toast. Lunch — Meat and cheese nachos, garden salad w/ranch, mini carrots, applesauce.Tuesday: Brea...
On the shelves — Nov. 25
November 24th, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"Both of Us: My Life with Farrah" by...
Creative Living: Quilting tips featured on show
November 24th, 2012
Information on quilting tips, basic crochet stitches, and the art of perfumery will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain....
Greed weakness of superstores
November 24th, 2012
T he seasonal rush is once again upon us. I was standing in line for a newspaper when I overheard the two men behind me discussing Black Friday, or more significantly, their pastime on Black Fri...
Our people: Following her dream
November 24th, 2012
Casey Hays taught English at Clovis High School for 11 years and then started writing her first book in 2008 shortly after she stopped teaching.
Holiday poem may be a classic
November 24th, 2012
"W ith greatest apologies to Clement Clarke Moore, I offer up what is destined to be another holiday classic."'Twas the night before Thanksgiving, when all through the kitchen,M...
Their view: Time to put campaigns in past
November 24th, 2012
New Mexico State Sen. Pete Campos, D-Las Vegas, says it's time to end political bickering. Here's a snippet from a recent column he submitted to newspapers around the state:The 2012 electi...
Election losers full of sour grapes
November 24th, 2012
Taking a cue from fellow columnist and Texas Rangers fan Kevin Wilson, today I'm scattershooting about Facebook.For peace and safety, friends Avis Jones, Ron Barker, Robert Patrick and I de...
General scandal wilder than fiction
November 24th, 2012
Dear Book Publisher:Lucky day for you! I am giving you first crack at a work in progress, a story of total fiction involving national security, major military campaigns, the Central Intellig...
Editorial: Drug testing welfare clients inefficient
November 24th, 2012
Starting off the early filings before the upcoming legislative session, Texas Gov. Rick Perry and Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst announced their support for a bill that would allow drug testing for Tempor...
Deals draw crowds
November 23rd, 2012
Daelynn Lee shuffled through a rack of belts trying to find the perfect style.Lee avoided long lines and weapon-wielding customers on Black Friday by spending the busiest shopping day of the...
Sunland board to meet about plant's future
November 23rd, 2012
Sunland Inc. is planning a board meeting Monday to talk about the company's fate, Spokeswoman Katalin Coburn said Friday.The Portales peanut company is trying to recover after being linked...
Empty stocking fund: Family D
November 23rd, 2012
Today's focus: Family DHousehold members: 5Children: 4Special circumstances: This family has had a very har...
In search of ponies: Dogs became part of pilgrims' community
November 23rd, 2012
No doubt they sat near the table that day, 391 years ago, watching as the pilgrims smiled and devoured the birds they helped to flush out of the dense underbrush.It is unknown what their nam...
McGee: Knick-knacks have no place in office
November 23rd, 2012
My supervisor at my day job said I had to clear my office of most of my personal stuff. I didn't complain. For one thing my office doesn't belong to me and for another it was getting hard to move...
Friday football updates
November 23rd, 2012
Clovis-Las CrucesFinal score. 70-40 Las Cruces. Granados 21 carries 142 yds. 8 TDs.Granados 20 run. 70-40. 1:42 left.Granados 21 run. 63-40. 5:45 left.Sopila #16 recei...
ENMU women's basketball capsule
November 23rd, 2012
Wayland Baptist (5-3) at ENMU (1-3)2 p.m. today at Greyhound ArenaLast outing: The Flying Queens last played on Wednesday, routing A...
Hounds post win over CSU-Pueblo
November 23rd, 2012
CANYON, Texas — Junior guard Rodney Blackmon scorred 17 point and junior guard Rafael Love had a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds Friday as Eastern New Mexico University defeated...
Empty stocking fund: Family A
November 22nd, 2012
• Today's focus: Family A• Household members: 7• Children: 4• Special circumstances: Th...
My turn: Fire department hoopsters need support
November 22nd, 2012
OK, so this is probably the firefighter groupie coming out in me, but I would like encourage all of Roosevelt County residents to go support our Portales firefighters on Dec. 2 as they play a baske...
Scholarship application deadline nears
November 22nd, 2012
The deadline for area high school seniors to apply for Daniels Scholarships to be awarded in 2013 is Nov. 29, according to a Daniels Fund press release.High school seniors in New Mexico who...
Hospital to offer flight care
November 22nd, 2012
Roosevelt General Hospital now has the ability to transport medical patients by air after signing a contract with Tristate CareFlight, an organization operating across five states."A couple...
Praying for others most unselfish act
November 22nd, 2012
I can't help but notice that a crisis brings about prayer regardless of a catastrophe.I heard no complaints about praying in public when 9/11 happened.I think prayer is vital to us a...
Portales resident thankful for second chance
November 22nd, 2012
Amidst the loud chatter and the aroma of turkey and stuffing, Paul Mefford sat grateful with a smile you could spot from a mile away.
Murder trial canceled
November 22nd, 2012
The trial of a Portales man being charged with murder in connection with an April 2011 shooting death that was scheduled for Monday has been canceled, according to 9th Judicial District Attorney Ma...
Their view: GOP's top-down approach must change
November 22nd, 2012
John Billingsley is 1st vice chairman of the Republican Party of New Mexico. Here's a snippet from his recent column on post-election strategy:Election Day was a tough one...
Libertarian values bring peace
November 22nd, 2012
Being libertarian isn't all fun and games. We are not necessarily the "party crowd" we are sometimes made out to be.While some libertarians are undoubtedly that way, as are many non-liber...
Editorial: Giving up on America is un-American
November 22nd, 2012
It's hard to take seriously the thousands of people who have signed a petition urging Texas to amicably divorce the rest of the union. Even in the fiercely independent Lone Star State, this idea i...
What are you thankful for?
November 21st, 2012
Stay-at-home mother Anna Mitchell shared a laugh with her friend Sarah Pattison as they watched Mitchell’s children climb and hang off of the jungle gym like monkeys.
Businesses highlight Black Friday deals
November 21st, 2012
Local retailers in Clovis and Portales have increased sales events to attract customers this Black Friday. Burns Do It Center in Clovis will have its first Black Friday sale since reop...
Meetings Watch — Nov. 22 — RGH
November 21st, 2012
The board of Trustees of Roosevelt County Special Hospital District met in regular session at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday in the conference room at Roosevelt General Hospital: ...
Q&A: Clovis area U.S. Air Force recruiter discusses career
November 21st, 2012
Tech Sgt. Norris Robbins, originally from Birmingham, Ala., serves as a recruiter for the U.S. Air Force in the Clovis area. He has served in the Air Force for 14 years and has experience in logist...
Police Blotter — Nov. 22
November 21st, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday1 a.m.: Caller reported a disturbance near her home, Portales.
Events Calendar — Nov. 22
November 21st, 2012
TodayPortales Community Thanksgiving dinner — 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Memorial Building. Deliveries from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m...
My Turn — Easy way out of kitchen duties
November 21st, 2012
If you drew kitchen duty today and are feeling a bit overwhelmed, here is a helpful suggestion for next year: volunteer to work at the annual Turkey Day at First United Methodist Church when...
Empty stockings to get filled
November 21st, 2012
For many families in eastern New Mexico, times are tough. It's never more true than during the Christmas season, when there is pressure to not only make a living but a Dec. 25 worth remembering.
Letters to the Editor — Nov. 21
November 20th, 2012
Conservatives lost election, not mindsA comment on David Kilby’s letter last week regarding climate change:Kilby sorely misrepresented the issue at hand. ...
Christmas gift list pretty simple
November 20th, 2012
I have plenty to be thankful this season. But so do you, dear readers. Yes, both of you. You don’t have to read one of those “things Kevin is thankful” columns.Instead, I g...
Military pay cap budget option
November 20th, 2012
The Congressional BudgetOffice has released a reporton military compensation thatputs a red laser dot on neartermpay raises, beneficiaryhealthcare fees and retire...
Viewpoint: Budget fixes will not be without pain
November 20th, 2012
The top executives of more than 80 U.S. corporations signed on to a letter callingfor a bipartisan solution to the federalgovernment’s fiscal problems...
Stores closing on Thanksgiving holiday
November 20th, 2012
The following businesses, schools and government agencies in Portales will be closed Thursday through Sunday for the Thanksgiving holiday:American Heritage Bank (closed...
Meetings Watch — Nov. 21
November 20th, 2012
City councilAt a Portales City Council meeting Tuesday in city hall, councilors:Approved ratification of finance d...
Not too early for Christmas list
November 20th, 2012
I have plenty to be thankful this season. But so do you, dear readers. Yes, both of you. You don’t have to read one of those “things Kevin is thankful” columns.Instead, I g...
Police Blotter — Nov. 21
November 20th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Sunday12:19 a.m.: Caller reported a loud party, 700 block Pine Road....
Events Calendar — Nov. 21
November 20th, 2012
Today Wii Wednesday: Just Dance 3 — 4:30 p.m., Portales Public Library. Afterschool program for youth 13 to 18 year...
My Turn — What I’m thankful for...
November 20th, 2012
Here’s my list. It’s not a wish list, it’s not my hit list, it’s what I’m thankful for. I know it’s cliché, but we shouldn’t wait until Thanksgiving...
Tamales trump turkeys
November 20th, 2012
Tamales are as much a Thanksgiving staple as turkeys for some families.After being interviewed for the story, Eastern New Mexico University senior Bobbi Touchin of Laguna Pueblo picked up he...
Portales auto burglaries spike
November 20th, 2012
Motor vehicle burglaries have more than doubled in the last month, according to Portales Police Department personnel.Portales Police Chief Doug Jones and Lt. Pat Gallegos said there have bee...
Hounds whip Mustangs in exhibition
November 19th, 2012
Quick starts haven’t been in the cards so far for the Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team.Junior Rafael Love helped take care of that Monday night.Love, a...
Dora School News — Nov. 20
November 19th, 2012
Thanksgiving breakStudents will be released early today, with buses running at 12:35 p.m. Lunch will be served to all grades. High school will...
Portales High School News — Nov. 20
November 19th, 2012
PHS closed for holidayPortales Schools will be closed Wednesday through Friday in observance of Thanksgiving. Classes will resume on Monday.
Police Blotter — Nov. 20
November 19th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Friday2:26 p.m.: Caller reported possibly seeing a stolen vehicle, N.M. 467...
My Turn — Computers make for an interesting holiday
November 19th, 2012
Remember all those years ago when home computers were a newfangled idea? I wondered what the average person would do with a computer in their home. I could never have begun to imagine a comp...
Auction assists in funding of Portales High School prom
November 19th, 2012
Hands shot in the air Monday night in the Portales High School cafeteria as local residents made bids on a ceiling fan. Local auctioneer Clint Walker raised the price of the item once a...
Meetings Watch — City Council — Nov. 20
November 19th, 2012
The following items are on the Portales City Council agenda today at 7 p.m.:An update on the U.S. 70 construction project.Ratification of the finance departmen...
Events Calendar — Nov. 20
November 19th, 2012
TodayWii Game: Just Dance — 4:30 p.m., Portales Public Library. Afterschool program for kindergarten through sixth grade...
Their view: Higher taxes threatens cattle industry
November 17th, 2012
Joe Parker Jr., a third-generation rancher from Clay County, Texas, is president of the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association. Here's a snippet from a recent column he wrote about taxe...
Our people: Service with a smile
November 17th, 2012
Anthony B. Schroeder moved to Portales about 36 years ago to teach at Eastern New Mexico University. At ENMU, Schroeder taught in several departments, including statistics, psychology, education an...
On the shelves — Nov. 18
November 17th, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"Nothing Daunted: The Unexpected Education of Two Society Girls in the West" by Dorothy Wickenden reconstructs the...
Club notes — Nov. 18
November 17th, 2012
United Daughters of the ConfederacyThe Ellen W. Jones Chapter of United Daughters of the Confederacy met at Pizza Hut on Nov. 6. President Janelle Foster called the meeting to order. Della...
Senior happenings — Nov. 18
November 17th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at La Casa Senior CenterMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los Abuelitos, PortalesTuesday...
School menus — Nov. 18
November 17th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Pancake on a stick. Lunch — Chicken nuggets, green beans, grape tomatoes, chilled peaches, whole wheat roll.Tuesday: Breakfa...
Legendary buck may still wander
November 17th, 2012
This time of year, being both fall and the prelude to Thanksgiving, reminds me of what that season is like back in my home state. This remembrance is enhanced by the chance to go deer hunting last...
Nephew dog’s step has pep
November 17th, 2012
The pup eyed me cautiously from the porch, never lifting his head as I pulled into the driveway. He wasn't too sure who this was visiting him.As I slid out of the pickup he craned his head...
ENMU ROUNDUP: Hounds' Samoei seventh at nationals
November 17th, 2012
JOPLIN, Mo. — Senior Isaiah Samoei earned All-American status with a seventh-place finish in Saturday’s NCAA Division II men’s national cross country meet, but he couldn’t k...
Community Calendar — Nov. 18
November 17th, 2012
The Portales News-Tribune offers this space for community events. To submit or change an announcement, contact the Editorial Department at 356-4481 several days in advance. For Sunday&rsquo...
University president discusses travels with students
November 17th, 2012
The Sandia Room in the Eastern New Mexico University Campus Union Building filled with laughter Friday afternoon as university President Steven Gamble talked about his international travels to vari...
District Attorney: Bonem cornerstone of justice system
November 17th, 2012
District Attorney Matt Chandler said David “Bill” Bonem’s tough stance on crime made him want to become a district attorney.“Judge Bonem has been a cornerstone of our...
In danger if you do, and in danger if you don’t
November 17th, 2012
The rancher's dilemma; if it snows you don't have enough hay. If it doesn't snow you won't have any hay! See, heavy snows will delay 'turning out to grass', so you'll be feeding more...
Events Calendar — Nov. 18
November 17th, 2012
TodayAll In the Timing — 2 p.m., ENMU University Theater Center. $4 general admission, free for ENMU students. Informati...
Police Blotter — Nov. 18
November 17th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday1:10 p.m.: Caller reported criminal damage, 1000 block West Third S...
My Turn — Chow hall does give reactions
November 17th, 2012
With Veterans Day kudos behind and Thanksgiving gratitude ahead that my Navy days are past, I admit to not being the best sailor in history. For one, I was never stationed on a ship.
Elida completes trifecta
November 17th, 2012
RIO RANCHO — Throughout Saturday’s Class B state title match, Elida senior Shealton Veo-Chenault continually implored her teammates to “Make an impression.”
ENMU welcomes prospective students
November 17th, 2012
A variety of New Mexico and Texas high school seniors and their parents piled into a classroom in the Eastern New Mexico University College of Business Saturday morning to hear a presentation on bu...
Robertson downs Rams in 3A playoff opener
November 17th, 2012
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — The Portales Rams went down Saturday, but not without a fight.Portales jumped on Las Vegas Robertson for a 14-0 lead early, then made a game of it late before the 11t...
Farm bill could help NM dairies recover
November 17th, 2012
After four years of massive blows to the New Mexico Dairy industry that closed nearly 40 dairies, experts are saying the passing of the U.S. Farm Bill could provide hope for recovery.“...
Editorial: Smooth better, even on roads less traveled
November 17th, 2012
While we limited-government proponents believe individuals are negatively impacted by Big Brother on many fronts, even many libertarians recognize there is a role for government in completing some...
Two Hounds earn second team all-LSC honors
November 16th, 2012
RICHARDSON, Texas — Senior linebacker Perron Sellers and junior safety Jayson Serda highlighted seven selections for the Eastern New Mexico University football team to All-Lone Star Conferenc...
Host Canyon Canyon beats Zias
November 16th, 2012
PHOENIX — Guard Maylinn Smith led an balanced attack with 10 points Friday night and host Grand Canyon, ranked 13th in the preseason in NCAA Division II, routed Eastern New Mexico University...
Prep football capsules
November 16th, 2012
FridayMuleshoe 47, Denver City 22• What: Class 2A Division I bi-district game at Lubbock Cooper H.S.• Recor...
Wildcats peaking at right time
November 16th, 2012
It sure seems like a long time since the Clovis High football team was 2-5 and mired in a five-game losing streak.The Wildcats continued their late-season roll on Friday night, subduing Atri...
Elida back in Class B title match, CCS falls short
November 16th, 2012
RIO RANCHO — The only volleyball champion New Mexico’s Class B has ever known is going for a threepeat Saturday morning.And the Elida Tigers will have some familiar company.
Texico embracing underdog role
November 16th, 2012
RIO RANCHO — Another Class 2A state volleyball tournament, another championship game for Texico High School.The six-time defending champion Lady Wolverines came into the tournament as...
Pojoaque eliminates Lady Rams in semis
November 16th, 2012
RIO RANCHO — Pojoaque Valley was not the top-seeded team in this year’s Class 3A State Volleyball Tournament — but the Portales Lady Rams would swear to you that they are after th...
Clovis' Cole signs with ENMU
November 16th, 2012
Drew Cole became the second member of the Clovis High boys basketball team to sign a national letter of intent this week.The 6-foot-7 Cole signed on Friday with Eastern New Mexico University...
Home delivery
November 16th, 2012
Laqueta Chaves wiped tears from her eyes as Eastern New Mexico University students Jenny Morrison and Rachel Schaub carried a laundry basket full of food into her home."You guys are so swee...
McGee: Sometimes money can be funny
November 16th, 2012
Have you run into folks who aren't familiar with our country's money? I have.For instance, a few years ago I stopped in a fast food joint in Lake Charles, La., to get some munchies. I hand...
In search of ponies: Humans project meaning to pets' conditioning
November 16th, 2012
9-It’s certainly the stuff legends are made of, full of loyalty, dedication, and unfaltering focus. Though recognized for having the capacity to display those traits, not m...
11th-seeded Rams hope to make most of playoff opportunity
November 16th, 2012
Jaime Ramirez and the Portales Rams are delighted to have a spot in the Class 3A state football playoffs.And with all due respect to Las Vegas Robertson, their first-round opponent at 2 p.m....
State volleyball tournament
November 16th, 2012
At Rio RanchoBracket playClass 5AAt Santa Ana Star CenterThursdayFirs...
Lady Rams earn bye in first round
November 15th, 2012
RIO RANCHO — Portales in Class 3A, Texico in Class 2A, Fort Sumner in Class 1A and Elida in Class B all captured first place in their pools on Thursday as the state volleyball tournament open...
Lets have Thanksgiving every day
November 15th, 2012
Let’s be thankful and have Thanksgiving every day. I don’t mean turkey and dressing. I call it “Count Your Blessings.”Of all the millions and millions of people who h...
Meetings Watch — ENM Water Utility Authority
November 15th, 2012
The Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority met Thursday morning at the Ingram Room of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.All board members were in attendance.
Police Blotter — Nov. 16
November 15th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday10:58 a.m.: Caller requested a welfare check on a vehicle, 2300 bl...
Events Calendar — Nov. 16
November 15th, 2012
TodayRoosevelt County Association of Educational Retirees — 11:30 a.m., RGH cafeteria board room.Information: 356...
My Turn — Plenty of affordable fun in Portales
November 15th, 2012
I’m one of the few people I know whose body will have the perfect timing of waiting until the day you leave for vacation to become sick.I can always seem to count on it for that. I spe...
Letters to the editor: President should be shown respect
November 15th, 2012
President shouldbe shown respectIn reference to Sunday's letter to the editor from Sharon Faulkner:I just had to respond to that ignorant tirade but also to the "us" vs. "t...
Editorial: America needs to rebuild its workforce
November 15th, 2012
As if the United States needed another reminder it has not been educating tomorrow's workforce today.A St. Louis Post-Dispatch story, as well as the most recent "60 Minutes" broadcast, f...
Law, at very foundation, irrelevant
November 15th, 2012
How would you behave if there were no laws against murder or theft?How about your friends and relatives? Would any of you go on a rampage? If so, what's really stopping you now?I thi...
ENMU women's basketball capsule — Nov. 16
November 15th, 2012
What: ENMU (0-1) vs. Grand Canyon (1-2), 6 p.m. today, and vs. Southern Nazarene (2-0), 4 p.m. Saturday, in the Grand Canyon Tip-Off Classic at Phoenix. Humboldt State (Calif...
PPD retirement upgrade goes to vote
November 15th, 2012
The fate of the retirement plans of Portales Police Department employees will come to a vote before the department in January after Lt. Mark Cage recently got approval from the city to hold an elec...
PHS, Texico, Fort Sumner, Elida win pools
November 15th, 2012
RIO RANCHO — Portales in Class 3A, Texico in Class 2A, Fort Sumner in Class 1A and Elida in Class B all captured first place in their pools on Thursday as the state volleyball tournament open...
FDA: Sunland distributed products after contamination revealed
November 15th, 2012
Troubled Sunland Inc. denies allegations in a FDA report that accuses the Portales peanut company linked to a recent salmonella outbreak of distributing peanut and almond butters even after testing...
Q&A — Organizer of Portales coat drive wants to keep Portales childr...
November 14th, 2012
Portales Deputy City Clerk Veda Urioste wants to make sure Portales children stay warm this winter.Urioste is an organizer of the city’s coat drive for children. The city is accepting...
Quit smoking today
November 14th, 2012
Amanda Thornton realized she needed to quit once and for all when her 5-year-old daughter, Sophia began making remarks about how disgusting smoking is. Thornton, 26, of Clovis, always put he...
Police blotter — Nov. 15
November 14th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday 10:45 a.m.: Caller requested an ambulance for an unresponsive female, 200 block South Roosevelt Road S. 10:51 a.m....
Events Calendar — Nov. 15
November 14th, 2012
TodayCommodity distribution — 8 a.m.-noon, Los Abuelitos Senior Center.Information: 356-5056.Chamber quarterly luncheon — Noon, Yam Theatre. Tickets $10 in advance...
Local brief — Holiday food drive upcoming
November 14th, 2012
The Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico, in collaboration with High Plains Harley Davidson, will hold its annual holiday food drive Saturday.Motorcycle riders and volunteers, wearing identifying...
Local brief — New Portales chief selected
November 14th, 2012
New Portales police chief Doug Jones, who began work Wednesday, said he is in the process of being briefed on personnel, patrolling and other processes and procedures.Jones was hired late la...
My turn — Local music composer demonstrates genius
November 14th, 2012
We have a young composer in our midst with a name to remember: Franklin Piland.At the annual ENMU Pops Concert on Saturday night, Franklin conducted the premiere performance of a piece he wr...
Longtime Zias volleyball coach steps down
November 14th, 2012
Mike Maguire, who guided his teams to a school-record 417 wins over 23 seasons, has resigned as head volleyball coach at Eastern New Mexico University.A four-time Lone Star Conference coach...
New radio drama in production
November 14th, 2012
Starting a radio drama series may be reminiscent of golden times, but Eastern New Mexico University professor Jim Lee says the school’s new program will build character and experience for stu...
Residents rely on food program to make ends meet
November 14th, 2012
Cruz Narro, 7, jumped up and down while standing in line at a table Wednesday afternoon at the Memorial Building in Portales. “I want the sweet donuts,” he pleaded excitedly...
Dawson officially a Marquette Golden Eagle
November 14th, 2012
Clovis guard John Dawson officially became part of a Top-10 recruiting class Wednesday morning.The Clovis High senior signed a national letter of intent with Division-I Marquette University...
Fishing report — Nov. 14
November 13th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after t...
Press release: Maguire steps down as Zia volleyball coach
November 14th, 2012
PORTALES, N.M.— After a highly successful tenure at Eastern New Mexico University, Head Volleyball Coach Mike Maguire has announced his resignation. Over 23 seasons with the Zias, he guided t...
Hounds pull away to beat Chaparrals
November 13th, 2012
For the first 10 minutes or so, it looked like nobody could make a basket.The question was which team would find the range first, and it turned out to be Eastern New Mexico University as the...
ENMU names track/cross country coach
November 13th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University has filled its track and cross country coaching position.Mike Barbee, currently the cross country coach and a track assistant at Division I South Alabama Univer...
Some day, I’m going to seek political office
November 13th, 2012
A few random thoughts while watching ESPN’s 24-hour “Tipoff Marathon.”It’s always amazing seeing somewhere you’ve been on TV. I did a double t...
Meetings Watch — County Commission Nov. 14
November 13th, 2012
The Roosevelt County Commission met Tuesday and the following took place: The commission amended a rental policy to include dogs be required to be on a leash when they...
Police Blotter — Nov. 14
November 13th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Saturday5:09 p.m.: Caller reported a neighbor dispute, 100 block of Texas D...
Events Calendar — Nov. 14
November 13th, 2012
Today National Memory Screening Day — 9 a.m.-11 a.m., Portales Public Library. Accolade Homecare will offer screeni...
My Turn — Tumbleweeds are a nuisance
November 13th, 2012
Every time a tumbleweed rolls with the wind crossing a road, I expect to hear some dueling music and see two cowboys exchanging fighting words.I’d be the girl who runs out from the can...
Evaluation needed for unbiased information
November 13th, 2012
What do Hurricane Sandy and the election have in common?Our need to understand the difference between opinions and facts, and what are reliable sources of the latter. Although no sing...
Fundraising for community pride good idea
November 13th, 2012
Oscar Robinson likes seeing community pride reflected on city water towers around the region.He notices Littlefield’s “Wildcats” when he drives to Lubbock, for example, and...
Military Update — Remote network being eliminated
November 13th, 2012
With the presidential election over, Department of Defense officials are expected to announce soon that military retirees and their dependents living more than 40 miles from a military treatment fa...
Study plans stall
November 13th, 2012
Roosevelt County Community Development Corp. Director Doug Redmond is tapping into in-house and community resources to complete a family entertainment center study.Redmond said no official a...
Sunland awaits FDA response
November 13th, 2012
Sunland Inc. spokeswoman Katalin Coburn said it could be a matter of days before they receive a response from the Food and Drug Administration on the next steps to take in reopening their peanut bu...
State football, volleyball playoffs
November 12th, 2012
Football(Seeds in parentheses)Class 5AFirst-round matchups
Weekly LSC football update — Nov. 12
November 12th, 2012
StandingsAll Times MSTRegular-season final Conf....
ENMU men's basketball capsule
November 12th, 2012
What: Lubbock Christian (2-2) at ENMU (0-1)When: 7 p.m. today at Greyhound ArenaLast meeting: Nov. 27, 2010, the Hounds edged the Ch...
Elida school news — Nov. 13
November 12th, 2012
SportsThe state volleyball tournament will be Thursday through Saturday in Rio Rancho. Brackets are available on the school website.Basketball schedules have been pos...
Portales school news — Nov. 13
November 12th, 2012
PHS holds mock electionPortales High School held a mock election through teacher Keith Durham’s government/economics classes. PHS students learned about our country&rs...
Dora school news — Nov. 13
November 12th, 2012
Five-day weekSchool will be in session every day this week for kindergarten through 12th grades.Next week, we will have school only on Nov. 19-20, with Tuesday being an early release...
Police blotter — Nov. 13
November 12th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Thursday 10:40 a.m.: Caller reported a dead cat in the roadway, Kilgore Street. 2:16 p.m.: An inmate requested to speak t...
Events calendar — Nov. 13
November 12th, 2012
TodayAdult book club — 5 p.m., Meeting Room at the Portales Public Library. Will be discussing “Everything is Illuminated” by Jonathan Safran Foer.Information: 356-3...
My turn — Childhood sci-fi wonders have arrived
November 12th, 2012
I just needed to run into the bank to drop off a check. Only three things needed in hand — my keys, the check, and the ubiquitous cell phone. One cannot leave home without it. One cannot leav...
Mexico’s got flavor
November 12th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University graduate student Maria Garcia kicked off International Education Week at ENMU with spice and Mexican flavor.Garcia discussed authentic Mexican cuisine with ener...
Locals render tribute
November 12th, 2012
Respect and appreciation for our nation’s defenders is what brought Roosevelt County residents together Sunday for the Portales American Legion’s 66th annual Tribute to Veterans at the...
Hondo eliminates Dora from 6-man playoffs
November 10th, 2012
DORA — Mother Nature had a big say in Saturday’s Dora-Hondo 6-man state semifinal.With the winds gusting throughout the game, strategy was affected and the visiting Eagles got th...
Saturday area volleyball roundup — Nov. 10
November 10th, 2012
ELIDA — The Elida Lady Tigers turned back Clovis Christian 25-20, 25-15, 25-16 on Saturday night at Elida to capture the District 2-B volleyball tournament championship.Elida (18...
Javelinas top Hounds in finale
November 10th, 2012
KINGSVILLE, Texas — Senior quarterback Nate Poppell threw for four touchdowns, three to wide receiver Robert Armstrong, and Texas A&M-Kingsville pulled away for a 33-13 Lone Star Conferen...
Late rally falls short for ENMU
November 10th, 2012
LAREDO, Texas — Sophomore guard Danny Rosas hit a 3-point shot with under three minutes left, quelling a furious rally by Eastern New Mexico University as the Dustdevils held on for a 76-68 w...
On the shelves — Nov. 11
November 10th, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"No Time to Lose: A Life in Pursuit of Deadly Viruses" by Peter Piot recounts the riveting story...
Mini scrapbooks featured on show
November 10th, 2012
Information on using liquid dye, making mini scrapbooks and using basic candy melts will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Moun...
Senior happenings — Nov. 11
November 10th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at Los Abuelitos Senior Center, PortalesMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los Abuelitos, Portal...
Club notes — Nov. 11
November 10th, 2012
Pintores Art LeaguePintores Art League of Clovis hosted its Fall Art Auction on Nov. 3.Nearly 30 original works in oils, acrylics, photography, wood carvings, glass, etc. were offer...
School menus — Nov. 11
November 10th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Sausage biscuit. Lunch — Chicken and pasta, steamed broccoli and carrots, delicious apple.Tuesday: Breakfast — Banana...
Veterans offered their lives for us
November 10th, 2012
There are moments when one wonders exactly what goes through the mind of another person, or more accurately group of persons, to cause them to act in the way that they do. Such a moment is almost b...
Recycling offends some people’s sensibilities
November 10th, 2012
This fall I'm watching Peyton Manning, one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL follow in the footsteps of Bret Favre. They both had stellar careers as heroes of the game. But as their retirement d...
ENMU alum works overseas as a copywriter
November 10th, 2012
Portales is a long way from Bad Nauheim, Germany. But after Eastern New Mexico University alum Camala Beek graduated in the fall of 2010, Bad Nauheim became her new home where she works as a market...
Events Calendar — Nov. 11
November 10th, 2012
TodayCNJ Arts and Crafts Fair — 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Clovis Civic Center. Christmas and holiday gifts at this one-stop shoppi...
Local Brief — U.S.70 to be completed soon
November 10th, 2012
U.S. 70 construction should be finished this week, according to a press release from the New Mexico Department of Transportation and Constructors Inc.Traffic will move from the south lane to...
My Turn — One shouldn’t lie to co-workers
November 10th, 2012
For those expecting cultured election pearls, my deadline was pre-election.If your candidate won, congratulations. Hopefully, you are being gracious.If you voted for Bond C or the Gre...
Veterans honored locally
November 10th, 2012
Portales American Legion Post 31 is celebrating the Veterans Day holiday on Sunday with its 66th annual Tribute to Veterans ceremony with guest speaker Command Chief Master Sgt. Paul Henderson II,...
Child battles cancer
November 10th, 2012
People shouldn’t let 9-year-old Jaelyn Jimenez’ shy demeanor fool them because her mother says her strength and creativity comes from within. The Portales native who has car...
Freedoms trampled in the dirt
November 10th, 2012
Sharon Faulkner of Portales mailed pieces of a voter registration card inside the envelope that also contained this letter: Well, another fake “election” — driv...
Feral pig describes recent election
November 10th, 2012
What I would like to do today is shift focus. Instead of writing about current events, let’s together pick a single animal that most reminds us of the election. I’m talking about...
Serving others routine duty for veterans
November 10th, 2012
Living facts surround and embody Veterans Day across America today. This visible network makes up the ranks of our families and our neighbors’ families. They join many of us in visitin...
Zias drop another five-setter in finale
November 10th, 2012
For the second day in a row, the Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team couldn’t close the deal.ENMU grabbed a 2-0 lead over Texas A&M-Kingsville, then saw the Javelinas ral...
Prep football capsules — Nov. 11
November 9th, 2012
Capitan 22, Fort Sumner 8 Class 1A playoffs, first roundRecords: Capitan 7-3, Fort Sumner 4-6Fast start:
Littlefield edges Muleshoe in shootout
November 9th, 2012
MULESHOE — The Muleshoe and Littlefield defenses aren’t used to being pushed around like this.Friday’s battle for the District 1-2A Division I championship featured 14 touc...
Fair offers holiday gift ideas
November 9th, 2012
The holidays are fast-approaching and there are many gift ideas out there, but affordable, hand-crafted items with lace and burlap are all the rage this season. If you're looking for ideas, look n...
Javs seek bowl bid with win over Hounds
November 9th, 2012
On the surface, not much is on the line in today’s 6 p.m. Lone Star Conference regular-season football finale at Kingsville, Texas, between Eastern New Mexico University and Texas A&M-Kin...
Hounds out to prove preseason pick wrong
November 9th, 2012
Andrew Helton wasn’t that surprised to see his Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team picked for last in the 10-team Lone Star Conference’s preseason poll.Stil...
Top-ranked Coyotes wary of Hondo
November 9th, 2012
Ever since Dora knocked off Lake Arthur in a midseason six-man battle of No. 1 versus No. 2, the Coyotes have become the de facto favorite to run the table to the school’s first state champio...
In Search of Ponies: Pets benefit from strong economy
November 9th, 2012
The conclusion of the election had an edge of disappointment to it.Why no second-First Dog Mr. President? And what exactly did you mean by, “for now”?With election issues...
McGee: Difference of opinion on road kill
November 9th, 2012
We get what we call “free range” TV at the Stucco Hacienda. That means we’ve hooked our television to an antenna and we pick up whatever channels are out there. So when we g...
Undersized Zias hit road for opener
November 8th, 2012
Lindsey Wilson is pretty sure her Eastern New Mexico University women’s basketball team won’t be intimidating many opponents this season.
Area church reaches out to foreigners
November 8th, 2012
One is the number of readers involved in the FriendSpeak program at the Third and Kilgore Church of Christ so far.The program is geared towards helping people who are not native to the Engli...
This Veterans Day, honor America’s soldiers
November 8th, 2012
Sunday is Veterans Day. Let us never take the military for granted.I honor the soldiers who are the greatest on the planet. It is called “America, the Beautiful.” Yes we have ene...
Police Blotter — Nov. 9
November 8th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday9:45 a.m.: Caller requested an animal control officer for an anima...
Events Calendar — Nov. 9
November 8th, 2012
Today Open House — 9 a.m.-11 a.m., DAV in Clovis. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Freedom.” Inf...
My Turn — All Portales schools children are my own
November 8th, 2012
I’m thinking about asking Portales schools if they’ll give me a high school diploma, because I seem to have become a regular in their hallways, classrooms and at their sporting and musi...
Director reaches out to area
November 8th, 2012
Dawn Kryder asks for nothing but an open-mind and a willingness to learn from people who attend her community lectures on the signs and symptoms of chemical dependency. Kryder, director...
Election does not change abuse
November 8th, 2012
The election has come and gone, and even though I am writing this before any actual results are in, I already know the outcome with absolute certainty:Once again a crooked politician has won...
Veterans represented county well
November 8th, 2012
Recently, my daughter, her husband and son went to Italy. I told them to go by Monte Cassino.That is where the New Mexico 804 tank destroyer battalion spent four months in 1944 under constan...
Editorial: Eating more produce important, organic or not
November 8th, 2012
Yet another group has weighed in on organic fruits and vegetables.The American Academy of Pediatrics said pesticide-free food doesn't translate to healthier people.An earlier study b...
Officials discuss priorities
November 8th, 2012
State representatives displayed bipartisanship and a willingness to work for the better of Roosevelt, Curry and Quay counties in this upcoming legislative session at a Legislative Forum Thursday in...
Birthdays — Nov. 6
November 7th, 2012
Irene WatkinsIrene Watkins, our precious mother, will celebrate her 90th birthday on Wednesday. With all our love, you are the best mom in the whole world. Thank you for always letting Jesus...
Artiest of the month — Nov. 4
November 7th, 2012
Ruben Armenta Pintores Art League’s featured artist of the month for November is Ruben Armenta. Art has taken this artist from the U.S. to as far away as Czechoslovakia as...
School menues — Nov. 4
November 7th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Strawberry banana French toast. Lunch — Meat and cheese nachos, garden salad w/ranch, mini carrots, applesauce.Tuesday: Breakf...
On the shelves — Nov. 4
November 7th, 2012
The following books are available at: Clovis-Carver Public Library “Mud, Sweat, and Tears” by Bear Gryllis tells the story of a former UK Spe...
Club notes — Nov. 4
November 7th, 2012
The Fairfield Extension The Fairfield Club met Oct. 26 at Chyenne Meadows in Clovis with 13 members present and one guest, Wanda Guenther.The meeting was called to order...
Creative Living: Falling into holidays
November 7th, 2012
Information on making a magazine purse and preparing food gifts will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.)...
Clovis zoo giraffes together again
November 7th, 2012
There’s been a family reunion at the Hillcrest Zoo.Jerrica, Hillcrest Park Zoo’s 10-month-old giraffe, was moved into the same pen Tuesday as her mother. The mother and daughter...
Senior happenings — Nov. 4
November 7th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at Friendeship Senior Center, ClovisMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Lo...
Number of military personnel using absentee ballots drops
November 7th, 2012
There’s fresh data to indicate far fewer military personnel and dependents used absentee ballots to vote this year than did in 2008. But beware of politicians or pundits who rush to la...
Book review — Nov. 4
November 7th, 2012
‘Justice Betrayed’Former Clovis resident and child support hearing officer Jeffrey David Reynolds has written a novel, “Justice Betrayed,” that takes place on the hig...
Renewable energy, improved transmission discussed at meeting
November 7th, 2012
The state’s military base planning committee descended upon Clovis Wednesday afternoon, where members received an update on Cannon Air Force Base and heard about a push for renewable energy a...
My sympathies to flower thief
November 7th, 2012
"As the trick-or-treating winds down, another holiday will begin. People around the country will light candles, craft images of death and visit the cemetery to take offerings to their loved ones o...
Q&A: Lisa Mudgett is on a mission to educate pet owners
November 7th, 2012
Lisa Mudgett is on a mission to encourage responsible pet ownership and educate the public on animal welfare issues facing Curry and Roosevelt counties.She and other animal lovers establishe...
Events Calendar — Nov. 8
November 7th, 2012
TodayVeterans Day Breakfast — 8 a.m., Baxter-Curren Senior Center in Clovis. All Veterans eat free, and guests will cost...
Police Blotter — Nov. 8
November 7th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday2:29 p.m.: Caller reported a trailer blocking corner, Avenue E and F...
My Turn — Book sale upcoming
November 7th, 2012
My shelves sparkle with treasures I’ve picked up for pennies over the years at the annual used book sales hosted by the Friends of the Portales Public Library.Some of my favorites are...
Councilors change hiring process
November 7th, 2012
The Portales City Council’s plans to replace retiring City Manager Tom Howell at the end of next year changed after councilors met Tuesday for a workshop. Initially councilors pla...
Rams seek another upset
November 7th, 2012
Brian Kirchner is celebrating the birth of his first child. Now the Portales boys soccer coach is hoping to hoist a state championship trophy this weekend.Portales, last year’s 1A-3A s...
Lady Bronchos ousted
November 7th, 2012
The Jal Lady Panthers defeated Floyd 25-21, 26-24, 25-15 on Wednesday in a District 8-1A tournament semifinal match at Jal.The Lady Panthers (13-7) travel to top-seeded, three-time defending...
Agent shares knowledge
November 7th, 2012
New Mexico Rep. Dennis Kintigh paced the floor of a classroom in the Jack Williams Liberal Arts building Wednesday night on the Eastern New Mexico University campus. A dozen students sa...
Ticket feature: Merling Trio to perform at ENMU
November 7th, 2012
The world-renowned Merling Trio, comprised of musicians from Polish, Japanese, and Dutch backgrounds, will make its way to Eastern New Mexico University next week for a recital.
Roswell's Jennings loses to GOP newcomer
November 7th, 2012
President Pro Tem Tim Jennings of Roswell has lost his Senate seat after 34 years. He was the highest-profile Democratic target of a ferocious campaign by Republican Gov. Susana Martinez and her po...
Dems expand Senate grip but fail to win House
November 7th, 2012
Democrats strengthened their hold on the Senate but failed Tuesday to recapture the majority in the House of Representatives they lost two years ago. President Barack Obama, in his freshly authoriz...
Obama: 'Best is yet to come'
November 7th, 2012
WASHINGTON (AP) — His lease renewed in trying economic times, President Barack Obama claimed a second term from an incredibly divided electorate and immediately braced for daunting challenges...
Police Blotter — Nov. 7
November 6th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Sunday1:06 a.m.: Caller reported a vehicle driving recklessly in the...
Dodge keeps state House seat
November 6th, 2012
Democratic incumbent George Dodge will go on to represent District 63 for another term after defeating Republican challenger Steve Hanson in Tuesday’s general election. Dodge, a f...
Events Calendar — Nov. 7
November 6th, 2012
TodayDoggone It — 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library. Preschool story time. Information: 356-3940.Alzhei...
My Turn — Don’t set yourself up for failure
November 6th, 2012
How’s everyone doing today? Well congratulations, you survived Election Day and perhaps the mayhem is over. All those mailers are in the trash and no more potential awkward political conversa...
Leal claims seat
November 6th, 2012
Republican candidate Richard “Rick” Leal claimed the District 2 seat for the Roosevelt County commission in Tuesday night’s general election.Leal will replace Commissioner...
Lady Broncos top Dora in five
November 6th, 2012
FLOYD — Sisters Jazmine, Dominique and Monique Gomez combined for 22 kills and 14 blocks Monday as third-seeded Floyd topped fourth-seeded Dora 25-23, 22-25, 30-28, 11-25, 15-13 in a first-ro...
Maxpreps state football, volleyball polls
November 6th, 2012
FootballClass 5A1. Las Cruces High 7-1; 2. Rio Rancho 8-1; 3. La Cueva 8-1; 4. Sandia 7-2; 5. Manz...
Mustangs turn back Hounds in finale
November 6th, 2012
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team closed a relatively successful season on Sunday with a 3-1 Lone Star Conference loss to Midwestern State.
Lady Buffs down Zias
November 6th, 2012
Sophomore Kameron Hayes had 13 kills and senior Lauren Beville became West Texas A&M’s all-time leader in digs Tuesday night as the 10th-ranked Lady Buffaloes turned back an at-times spun...
Trio of state bond questions pass
November 6th, 2012
Three general obligation bonds supporting New Mexico’s higher education, senior citizen centers and libraries passed in Tuesday’s election. All three bonds had at least 60 percen...
New UNM budget worth consideration
November 6th, 2012
It only makes sense that in an institution of higher learning, money should work smarter.Because that money is becoming harder to find. Government budgets are constricting, tuition costs are...
Americans have betrayed values
November 6th, 2012
Here’s one usage of the term gentleman: The gentleman helped the fallen lady to her feet. Here’s another, one we might hear from a newscaster or a police spokesman: Tonight we re...
Election shows need for new rules
November 6th, 2012
This election wore me down, and I’m sure it did the same for many of you. In an effort to prevent such an election in the future, here is my submission for The Voter Rights and Responsibiliti...
Obama wins re-election
November 6th, 2012
WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama won re-election Tuesday night despite a fierce challenge from Republican Mitt Romney, prevailing in the face of a weak economy and high unemployment that e...
Obama takes Ohio; close to victory
November 6th, 2012
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Barack Obama took command of the fierce race for the White House Tuesday night, capturing battleground Ohio from Mitt Romney and edging ahead in other pivotal stat...
Long lines delay vote tally in Sandoval County
November 6th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Elections officials in Sandoval County are preparing for a long night.With hundreds of people lined up outside Rio Rancho City Hall just before polls were closing, offici...
Dowell wins Quay commission seat
November 6th, 2012
Democrat Sue Dowell received about 60 percent of the vote and defeated Independent Wendell Smith in the race for Quay County Commission District 1.Officials said the unofficia...
Obama wins Pennsylvania
November 6th, 2012
WASHINGTON — Pennsylvania has turned out to be safe for the Democrats after all. The state’s 20 electoral votes are going to President Barack Obama.Pennsylvania had b...
Area prep postseason brackets
November 6th, 2012
(Seeds in parentheses)FootballClass 1AQuarterfinals
City Council meeting — Nov. 6
November 6th, 2012
The following items will be on the Portales City Council’s meeting agenda today at 7 p.m.:• An update on the U.S. 70 construction project.• An interagency agreement wi...
Water towers to receive school logos
November 6th, 2012
Portales City Councilor Michael Lucero says he just can’t justify spending $35,000 to paint the school logos of Eastern New Mexico University and Portales High School on the town’s wate...
Editor's Election Day blog: Ashley close to winning county seat
November 6th, 2012
Tim Ashley seems to be closing in on a Curry County Commission seat. Officials say Ashley is leading Paul D. Barnes, 1,660 votes to 1,540, with about 200 votes to be counted.Debbie Spriggs w...
Climbing fuel prices contribute to sales drop
November 5th, 2012
Fuel sales at the Portales Municipal Airport dropped 24 percent in September compared to five years ago. “The start of this year was horrendous,” said airport general servic...
City Council Meetings Watch — Nov. 6
November 5th, 2012
The following items will be on the Portales City Council’s meeting agenda today at 7 p.m.: An update on the U.S. 70 construction project.An interage...
Councilor: Logos on water tower too pricey
November 5th, 2012
Portales City Councilor Michael Lucero says he just can’t justify spending $35,000 to paint the school logos of Eastern New Mexico University and Portales High School on the town’s wate...
Elida School News — Nov. 6
November 5th, 2012
Sports: Saturday: Elida hosts the district volleyball tournament championship match.Yearbook
Portales High School News — Nov. 6
November 5th, 2012
Manners parade upcoming:Portales High School Day Care and Child Development students participated in their annual “Please and Thank You P...
Dora School News — Nov. 6
November 5th, 2012
Progress reports:Progress reports will be issued today to students to take home to their parents. The reports will show academic progress the f...
Portales polling places combined for convenience
November 5th, 2012
Roosevelt County Clerk Janet Collins has been busy preparing for today’s election. “We’re very, well prepared, we’ve done everything we can do without knowing how man...
Police Blotter — Nov. 6
November 5th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Friday2:30 p.m.: Caller reported an accident, 200 block North Chicago....
New truancy program initiated
November 5th, 2012
According to Portales High assistant principal Arturo Ontiveros, 91 percent of the high school’s students are in attendance on a regular basis. The other 9 percent are students wi...
Councilor: Logos on water towers too pricey
November 5th, 2012
Portales City Councilor Michael Lucero says he just can’t justify spending $35,000 to paint the school logos of Eastern New Mexico University and Portales High School on the town’s wate...
Zias fall to UNM in exhibition
November 3rd, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Senior guard Hannah Altheide got the Eastern New Mexico University women’s basketball team off to a fast start Saturday, hitting a 3-pointer on the game’s first poss...
Samoei second at regional
November 3rd, 2012
DENVER — Senior Isaiah Samoei’s second-place finish led the Eastern New Mexico University men’s cross country team to fifth-place in in the South Central regional and a second con...
Local children participate in Oasis fishing clinic
November 3rd, 2012
President of Friends of Oasis Brad Cozine cut down the middle of a fish Saturday morning as he sat at a table at Oasis State Park.
Community Calendar — Nov. 4
November 3rd, 2012
The Portales News-Tribune offers this space for community events. To submit or change an announcement, contact the Editorial Department at 356-4481 several days in advance. For Sunday&rsquo...
The right dog for the occasion
November 3rd, 2012
One of my Texas buddies was talkin' about stockdogs "down south" being different than those "up north". I agreed, depending on where you draw the Mason-Dixon Line. I describe those coming from...
Police Blotter — Nov. 4
November 3rd, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday10:10 a.m.: Caller reported an animal problem, 700 block of South R...
Events Calendar — Nov. 4
November 3rd, 2012
TodayAnnual Turkey Dinner — 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Bovina. Serving turkey dinner with all...
My Turn — True patriots will respect winner
November 3rd, 2012
On the outside chance that Willie — back on board after being promised a White House “greenhouse” — and I fail in our Green Tea Party presidential campaign, we pledge to hon...
Area experiences drop in early voting numbers
November 3rd, 2012
There just wasn’t as much urgency to vote early for Tuesday’s presidential election compared to four years ago, and thus the reason why Curry County Clerk Coni Jo Lyman says early votin...
Professor: Voters go with candidate they feel will provide them safety...
November 3rd, 2012
Americans are selfish when it comes to voting, according to one Eastern New Mexico University professor. History professor Suzanne Balch-Lindsay says voters in Tuesday’s election...
Defense attorney challenges jury selection method
November 3rd, 2012
A defense attorney says an apparent attempt to save money in 9th Judicial District Court could wind up costing taxpayers thousands more in new trials.The court clerk’s office seg...
Defense attorney challenges jury selection in murder conviction
November 3rd, 2012
A defense attorney says an apparent attempt to save money in 9th Judicial District Court could wind up costing taxpayers thousands more in new trials.The court clerk’s office segregate...
Suit accuses ENMRSH of exploiting disabled
November 3rd, 2012
A lawsuit filed against ENMRSH last month alleges developmentally disabled clients under the agency’s care were forced to sleep outside as punishment and live in rodent or roach-infested home...
Hounds fall 2-0 at No. 9 Incarnate
November 3rd, 2012
SAN ANTONIO — The Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team isn’t acting like the only unranked squad in the four-team Lone Star Conference. The Greyhounds pushed nin...
CCS faces familar foe in playoffs
November 3rd, 2012
Corey Robinson is hoping the third time is the charm.The first-year Clovis Christian football coach leads his team into the 6-man state quarterfinals at 1 p.m. Saturday in Santa Fe against t...
Lady Wildcats repeat in District 4-5A
November 3rd, 2012
CARLSBAD — Clovis High’s cross country teams couldn’t pull off a sweep in Friday’s District 4-5A meet, but they felt good about their performances anyway.The Lady Wil...
Portales defends solid again
November 3rd, 2012
LOVINGTON — The Portales Rams did themselves proud Friday night.It wasn’t enough to beat Lovington, but PHS made the Wildcats work hard for a 21-0 District 4-3A victory which set...
Cats close in on automatic bid
November 3rd, 2012
CARLSBAD — For the fourth time in as many road games for the Clovis Wildcats, Shaprei Bryant’s name got botched by the public address announcer as, “Sharpie.”
Texico stays perfect
November 3rd, 2012
TEXICO — The Clayton Yellowjackets caught unbeaten Texico off-guard early in Friday’s District 2-2A matchup.
Food director thanks contributors
November 3rd, 2012
The Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico is celebrating the success of our most recent food drive “Stuff Nancy’s Truck” in which communities donated over 8,000 pounds of food and more...
Born into the business
November 3rd, 2012
Family put Scot Stinnett in the newspaper business, and inadvertently kept him from trying his craft at a bigger newspaper. One week after receiving a New Mexico reporter’s highest honor, the...
In Search of Ponies: The healing magic of canines
November 2nd, 2012
It might have escaped human notice, had it not been for the inordinate amount of attention it drew from the other dogs.Whether he was sitting, lounging, napping or walking around the yard, t...
McGee: Best green chile cheeseburger hunt ends up back home
November 2nd, 2012
The time had come to return home from our mini-vacation in northern New Mexico. We were energized and restored. We had feasted on local cuisine, even going out of our way to Mora to enjoy “th...
Thursday area prep volleyball — Nov. 1
November 1st, 2012
FLOYD — The Floyd Lady Broncos overcame a two-game deficit to edge Dora 19-25, 23-25, 25-22, 25-23, 15-13 in District 8-1A volleyball on Thursday night.The result gives Floyd (9-9, 2-4...
L.J. Jenkins Invitational set this weekend
November 1st, 2012
L.J. Jenkins of Texico, the 2006 PBR World Finals champion, is bringing bullriding back to his stomping grounds. The two-day event is coming to the Curry County Events Center today and Satur...
Portales soccer squads get set for state
November 1st, 2012
The Portales Rams didn’t fare too well against New Mexico Military Institute in two matches earlier this season — both outings resulted in 4-0 losses.“They were probably ou...
Rams expect challenge from Lovington
November 1st, 2012
Don’t put too much stock in Lovington’s 2-5 record this season.First-year Portales Rams coach Jaime Ramirez certainly isn’t.The teams collide at 7 p.m. today in Lovi...
Commissioners table Sunland landfill request
November 1st, 2012
The Clovis City Commission, with aims to avoid a sticky situation on fee waivers, tabled a request Thursday night to help reduce landfill costs for a local peanut plant.Portales-based Sunlan...
Police blotter — Nov. 2
November 1st, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• 9:52 a.m.: Caller reported a parked pi...
Residents start faith-based youth sports association
November 1st, 2012
A new faith-based sports association recently founded in Roosevelt County has nothing to do with the recent local uproar concerning prayer, according to founding members.More than 100 Portal...
ENMU students call play most challenging
November 1st, 2012
There’s scandal at Eastern New Mexico University in the form of devious girls and pompous gentleman. Thursday night was opening night for the ENMU production of the George Bernard Shaw...
Persevere and hold on to God’s promises
November 1st, 2012
A cross without a crown, a victory without a battle and a testimony without a test and we have nothing to overcome.The struggle in the cocoon finally emerges. In God’s timing it bursts...
My turn: Song stuck in my head
November 1st, 2012
I’ve had the song “Down By the River to Pray” stuck in my head for a week now, compliments of the Eastern New Mexico University choir.The song was one of its finishing numb...
Great-tailed grackles here to stay
November 1st, 2012
I have observed an increase in numbers of robins, Eurasian collared doves, white-winged doves and Mississippi kites in our area. No increase, however, matches that of great-tailed grac...
County clerks: Early voting numbers lower than 2008
November 1st, 2012
The county clerks for Roosevelt and Curry counties say early voting for Tuesday's general election feels just as busy as it was in the last presidential election 2008, but the numbers don't bear...
Letters to the editor: Train station sign not accurate
November 1st, 2012
While visiting in Portales a few days ago, I read the new sign in front of the Post Office about the train station.It is a very nice sign, but not entirely correct.It states the depot...
Government should open market
November 1st, 2012
I will probably never understand those who feel the solution to any problem is to get the government to do something about it.Very few things should ever be subject to a vote, and nothing th...
Editorial: Agriculture education sees rise in women
November 1st, 2012
When someone talks about farms, the image that comes to mind is a guy on a tractor or in a barn, maybe being helped by his sons.Time to get a new picture.A recent report shows the n...
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