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Public quick to respond in times of crises
April 30th, 2011
In the wake of the deadly storms that killed more than 300 people and wreaked destruction through a large swath of the South last week, a horrified nation assessed the devastation — and alrea...
Their view: Government is vehicle that won't take you anywhere
April 30th, 2011
Thomas L. Knapp is senior news analyst and media coordinator at the Center for a Stateless Society. Here’s what he has to say about two early candidates for president:
Tw...
Column makes most sexist list
April 30th, 2011
“HEH, HEH, HEH,” repeated the poorly disguised voice on the telephone.
“HEH, HEH!”
I knew who it was. Barney. My friend Barney from New Jersey who has been a c...
Lady Buffs turn back Zias
April 30th, 2011
CANYON, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University junior Erin Roufosse pitched a solid game on Saturday in the Zias’ Lone Star Conference South Division and season finale. It just wasn&rsqu...
Hounds end season with sweep
April 30th, 2011
It’s been a tough season for Eastern New Mexico University’s baseball team, but at least the Greyhounds were able to go out in style on Saturday.
Junior right-hander Ryan Pruit...
Rooting through family tree facinating
April 30th, 2011
Family trees can be a fascinating thing, when you really stop to climb them. Being a bit too ADHD to spend the requisite hours on computer, I have generally allowed others to do the researching....
Floral arrangements featured on show
April 30th, 2011
Information on caring for floral arrangements, making mini-desserts with citrus fruits and making knitted jewelry will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday a...
Royal wedding inescapable
April 30th, 2011
Who would ever believe I would live in the time of two separate “weddings of the century.” I tried my best to ignore them both but it just wasn’t working on this last royal weddin...
Mexican brass performance scheduled
April 30th, 2011
Metales M5 Mexican Brass quintet will perform Tuesday at Marshall Auditorium as part of Clovis Community College’s Cultural Arts Series, according to a press release.
The band was fou...
My turn: Tragedy turned into life lesson
April 30th, 2011
Ten seconds…
If it had taken Jo Laney’s husband of eight years, Tom, that much longer to buy coffee at a West Texas convenience store, he would be alive and Jo would not be in P...
May 1 — Public record
April 30th, 2011
Recent cases in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court, according to court documents:
April 21
• JD Zepeda-Rosas, born in 1971, pleaded guilty to a first offense of DWI...
May 1 — Police blotter
April 30th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Tuesday
• An officer was dispatched to the area of City Park about 11:55 a.m. in refere...
Alzheimer's brings reversal of roles
April 30th, 2011
To my aching friend,
Thanks for writing about your mother. I empathize with your need to let the air out before you blow your top. It’s the reversal of roles. Now you are the parent, t...
Hounds rack up season-high for hits in 19-9 win
April 29th, 2011
Senior second baseman Chris Eaton drove in four runs with a career-high five hits and Eastern New Mexico University’s baseball team pounded out a season-best 22 hits Friday night in a 19-9 Lo...
No. 22 WT sweeps Zias
April 29th, 2011
CANYON, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University softball team jumped on 22nd-ranked West Texas A&M early on Friday. Unfortunately, the fun didn’t last long.
Sophomore Amand...
McGee: Worth the wait
April 29th, 2011
We thought we’d go to one of the local fast food joints in town. It’s famous for its great sandwiches but also for its long waits. We thought we’d give it a try anyway.
Curry County Cats preview capsule — April 30
April 29th, 2011
Las Cruces Kings (5-3) at Curry County Cats (6-2)
• What: New Mexico Premier League first-round playoff game
• When: 6:30 p.m. Saturday
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Area high school proms
April 29th, 2011
High school proms at schools across eastern New Mexico and west Texas:
Bovina High School — 8 p.m. (CST) May 7 at the Elks Lodge on Sycamore.
Clovis High School...
USDA authorizing grazing on CRP land
April 29th, 2011
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has authorized livestock producers in Curry, Lea and Roosevelt counties to graze their cattle on land enrolled in conservation programs.
According to...
Forrest community reunion planned
April 29th, 2011
A reunion is being held May 28 for the Forrest community.
A lunch will be held with a $10 charge for adults and $5 for children.
The deadline to RSVP is Sunday with checks payable to...
In search of ponies: Dogs predisposed to destruction
April 29th, 2011
"My dog is helping me downsize," a coworker said to me recently.
"How so?" I asked curiously.
She went on to explain her dog has this thing about destroying anything that enters his...
Press release: Gasoline moves closer to record prices
April 29th, 2011
IRVING, TEXAS — Prices in many areas of New Mexico moved up by four to eight cents over the past week. And some cities, including Las Cruces, are now within 26 cents of their all-time reco...
Press release: Clovis YMCA opening
April 29th, 2011
The new Clovis Family YMCA will hold a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and Open House on Friday, May 13th from 2PM – 5PM. The YMCA of Central New Mexico invites all community members to come in and...
Press release: Cannon canceling prescribed burns
April 29th, 2011
Due to adverse weather conditions, the 27th Special Operations Wing has cancelled a series of prescribed burns at Melrose Air Force Range previously scheduled for April 30 – May 3.
CRP lands opened to area livestock grazing
April 29th, 2011
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has authorized livestock producers in Curry, Lea and Roosevelt counties to graze their cattle on land enrolled in conservation programs.
According...
Friday morning briefing: Big weekend, mount up and maybe some weekend...
April 29th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Big weekend
In case you’re looking for something to do this weekend, here’s a smattering to...
Letter to the editor: Area in need of prayer
April 28th, 2011
Given the serious impact of the drought on area residents in eastern New Mexico and West Texas (i.e., fire danger, water supply, farmers, ranchers, wildlife and nature, etc.), let us unite our fait...
Their view: States should manage own food programs
April 28th, 2011
Paul Gessing is president of New Mexico’s Rio Grande Foundation. Here’s what he says about the government being involved in food programs:
The intersection between...
Time for fed to make return to gold standard
April 28th, 2011
Families across America are suffering what we’ll call pump shock: A doubling of gas prices in the past two years. A couple days ago, one of us paid $4.27 a gallon, spending about 43 bucks to...
Privatization boosts free market
April 28th, 2011
It is strange to see how many people object to the idea of ending the government monopoly for any service or product that is even marginally now provided by government.
Some people seem to r...
My turn: Plenty of events set for weekend
April 28th, 2011
Local residents with children told me the Portales and Clovis community egg hunts were a great source of family fun last weekend.
I enjoyed spending Easter in Texas, getting quality egg-hunt...
Time wasted focusing on negative
April 28th, 2011
Wrong thoughts can be what I call thought disease.
Have you ever had “wrong thought disease”? I have and it’s the pits!
Thought disease comes with all kinds of probl...
In one stroke, a new Obama national security team
April 28th, 2011
WASHINGTON — Seeking to tame wars overseas and budget deficits at home, President Barack Obama announced a major remake of his national security team Thursday aimed at ensuring leadership con...
Thursday morning briefing: Meet an author, a new video game and Il Duc...
April 28th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing. Author, author
Clovis Community College is hosting a meet and greet with local author Darynda Jones.
Joe's Boot Shop calf roping
April 27th, 2011
• What: Seventh Joe’s Boot Shop Calf Roping
• What’s it about: The annual Joe’s Boot Shop Calf Roping features ropers at everylevel, including some...
My turn: Shrimp dish has Creole touch
April 27th, 2011
If you like spicy food and shrimp, here’s a dish for you.
I found a healthy, tasty recipe in Roosevelt County Extension Home Economist Connie Moyers’ “Fast and Fabulous&rdq...
Rural charm wears off on city folk
April 27th, 2011
We rural folks, especially in the American Southwest, are uncomfortably aware of an interesting phenomenon.
City people, looking for escape from the busy, noisy urban life, come to the rural...
Combating IEDs, losing battle
April 26th, 2011
As in Iraq where it became the most effective weapon of insurgents, the IED, or improvised explosive device, has raised the casualty count significantly for U.S. forces in Afghanistan the past two...
Reader-submitted content: United Way Day of Caring volunteers tackle t...
April 26th, 2011
On April 16 United Way of Eastern New Mexico held their annual Day of Caring. Each year the Day of Caring challenges our community to come together for a day of service to help enhance the cities w...
Their view: Proposed legislation could cost you more
April 26th, 2011
William Jacobs, chairman of the Credit Union Association of New Mexico, and Sylvia Lyon, CEO, Credit Union Association of New Mexico are concerned about possible legislation that would place caps o...
Antagonizing each other’s beliefs shameful
April 26th, 2011
Poor Professor PZ Myers. He is clearly upset that a group of four Catholics in France barged into a French museum on Palm Sunday, one week before Easter, and vandalized a print of “Piss Chris...
Police blotter — April 27
April 26th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Thursday
• An officer was dispatched to the 600 block of South Main Street about...
Dairiconcepts up for Freedom Award
April 26th, 2011
Dairiconcepts of Portales is among three New Mexico employers selected as semifinalists for the 2011 Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award.
The Freedom Award is the Department...
My turn: Pope John Paul II made sainthood hip
April 26th, 2011
The media is so focused on Prince William and his soon-to-be-princess Kate Middleton that some fear Friday’s royal wedding will steal thunder from Sunday’s much-anticipated beatificatio...
ENMU regents approve tuition hike
April 26th, 2011
Eastern New Mexico University Regents approved tuition increases Tuesday for next school year at all three university campuses.
At the meeting in the Portales campus Administration Building,...
Fishing report — April 26
April 26th, 2011
Attention anglers: New Mexico’s license year began April 1, and that means it’s time to renew your fishing license. They can be purchased at license vendors statewide, Department of Gam...
Rep. Lujan's staff to hold office hours in Clovis
April 26th, 2011
Rep. Ben Lujan’s staff will hold mobile office hours across northern New Mexico on Thursday, according to a news release.
The hours will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday in each...
Tuesday morning briefing: A windy festival and the end of polio
April 26th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Wind festival
Don’t forget the first Downtown Wind Festival in Clovis this week.It’s...
My turn: Using superpowers for good — mostly
April 25th, 2011
I was watching an old television series about a superhero. The guy tells his partner, “I will only use my powers for good.” That sounds like a really good idea to me, but there might be...
April 26 — Elida news
April 25th, 2011
Schedule
• Today: Track, Texico, V
• Wednesday: Track, Kiwanis Track Meet (elementary) at Floyd
• Thursday: Track, Logan, V
Monday morning briefing: Free music, a wrongful conviction and no rain...
April 25th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.Free concert
The Eastern New Mexico University Brass Choir Concert is scheduled for 7 p.m.Tuesday in Buc...
ENMU track results — April 22
April 24th, 2011
Texas Tech Invitational Men Field events Javelin: 1. Daniel Draper 210-8; 7. Benjamin Faust 149-10. Shot put: 2. Bill Squire 54-10. Hammer: 2. Squire 181-5.
Hounds lose despite outhitting Tarleton
April 24th, 2011
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Not many times does a team outhit its opponent in every game of a three-game series and still lose all three.
Eastern New Mexico University’s baseball team...
Their view: Time for Clovis to have 18-hole golf course
April 23rd, 2011
Mike Majors of Clovis writes it’s about time Clovis has an 18-hole golf course.
Having been one of the more outspoken critics of the 82-year-old Clovis Municipal golf cou...
EPA debate doesn’t belong in courtroom
April 23rd, 2011
It’s risky to predict what the U.S. Supreme Court will do, but a broad consensus in the media this week concluded justices are likely to dismiss a case brought by California and five other...
Boy Scouts hosting annual summer camp
April 23rd, 2011
The Conquistador Council of the Boy Scouts of America will host another summer of weeklong camps in June and July at Camp Wehinahpay, located in the Sacramento Mountains near Cloudcroft.
The...
Hounds coach keeps Spring Silver & Green scrimmage short and sweet
April 23rd, 2011
BLACKWATER DRAW — Mark Ribaudo says he’s happy with the progress his Eastern New Mexico University football team has shown during spring drills.
To keep it that way, he decided...
My turn: Family made Easter memorable
April 23rd, 2011
Growing up in the piney-woods outside Mt. Vernon, Texas, I loved Easter.
At least, after the interminable Sunday-morning Pentecostal preaching ended and my mother drove her six kids the 10 m...
Collision complicates rancher's plans
April 23rd, 2011
Ron said it was just one of those days. In fact, it was the day before the regular auction in Ft. Pierre, SD. He had sorted off a truckload of cows he needed to get rid of. They were in a rain-soak...
Club notes — April 24
April 23rd, 2011
Clovis Quilters Club
The regular monthly meeting of the Clovis Quilters met with 14 members in attendance April 11 at the Trinity Lutheran Church.
President Amy Armenta welcome...
On the shelves — April 24
April 23rd, 2011
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Clara and Mr. Tiffany” by Susan Vreeland returns to New York City at the turn of...
Senior happenings — April 24
April 23rd, 2011
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities, quilting and sewing;...
Honors — April 24
April 23rd, 2011
Rutledge
Erica Nicole Rutledge of Denver, Colo., received a $1,000 scholarship grant from Beta Sigma Phi.
Rutledge was sponsored for this scholarshi...
New cleaning products featured on show
April 23rd, 2011
Information on healing a damaged metabolism, new cleaning products and accessories featuring ribbon blanket binding will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesd...
School menus — April 24
April 23rd, 2011
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Pancake sausage on a stick. Lunch — Chicken tenders, mashed potatoes and gravy, green beans, whole...
Reader-submitted content: Residents warned of fraudulent ad sales
April 23rd, 2011
A company by the name of Communities Unlimited is making calls in Roosevelt County soliciting ads on a magnetic emergency numbers promotional piece.
This company has not contacted the Roosev...
Body type doesn't reflect person’s value
April 23rd, 2011
Somatotypes — body types — there are three and most of us are a mixture of two of the types.
Ectomorphs are slender and angular, endomorphs are round in shape, and mesomorphs are...
Farmland in dire need of rainfall
April 23rd, 2011
They say if you don’t like the weather in eastern New Mexico, wait a few minutes and it’ll change.
OK, I’m ready for a change.
There’s a story going around tha...
April 24 — Public record
April 23rd, 2011
Recent cases in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court, according to court documents:
April 5
• Brian Raulie, born in 1989, was found guilty by a jury of a first offense...
April 24 — Police blotter
April 23rd, 2011
Recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Wednesday
• About 3 p.m., an officer responded to a report of a narcotics discovery in the 40...
Public invited to discussion on terminal illness
April 22nd, 2011
Patricia Trevino, community education representative for Vistacare Hospice, will be a featured speaker at Tuesday’s Friendship Rebekah Lodge meeting.
The public is invited to the 2 p.m...
Great Lake Airlines essential air service contract renewed
April 22nd, 2011
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced Friday that it has renewed Essential Air Service contracts with Great Lakes Airlines for Clovis, according to a release from U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingaman....
Extension office plans meeting on wildfire losses
April 22nd, 2011
Agricultural producers in Curry and Roosevelt counties who experienced losses in the wildfire Sunday can get information at a meeting next week, according to a news release from the counties’...
Hounds ready for spring game
April 22nd, 2011
Eastern New Mexico University’s offensive linemen, at least the healthy ones, are getting a healthy amount of work during spring drills.
Only seven have participated in spring workouts...
Tarleton State takes two from Hounds
April 22nd, 2011
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — First baseman Zane Hensley hit a go-ahead, three-run homer in the seventh inning and Tarleton State went on to a 7-4 victory over Eastern New Mexico University on Friday...
In search of ponies: Lamb lesson
April 22nd, 2011
It was Easter time a couple of decades ago and my father had a surprise up his sleeve.
My brother and I thought it was just another of many exploratory trips when we pulled up to the farm an...
McGee: Boy meets burrito
April 22nd, 2011
Don’t you just love burritos?
I’ve had a love affair with burritos since I was in high school back east.
They’re so good; chowing down on that tasty, sometimes gooey...
Friday morning briefing: Clovis' top chef, a celebration and maybe som...
April 22nd, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Steaking it out
Check out Doug McGregor of Clovis, now a prize winning steak chef.
Seems Doug, 66...
Cardinals knock off Zias
April 22nd, 2011
Incarnate Word took advantage of four Eastern New Mexico University errors to score four unearned runs Thursday in a 7-3 Lone Star Conference South Division softball victory at Zia Field.
...
Times changed for Hounds’ series
April 22nd, 2011
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s Lone Star Conference baseball series here this weekend against Tarleton State has been moved up due to the potential threat of bad...
Easter happenings
April 21st, 2011
The following is a listing of Good Friday and Easter services at area churches:
Clovis churches
• Victory Life Church — 10 a.m., Sunday
Remember the road to the cross
April 21st, 2011
Easter is a reminder of the seriousness of the One who came to take our place.
The road to the cross was paved with excruciating pain, and it was also paved with extreme love. God’s wo...
My turn: Friend gets cleaned out
April 21st, 2011
I’m pretty sure a friend and co-worker of mine wasn’t expecting his experience of being robbed to turn into an entertaining story which would become the life of a party.
This fri...
Reader-submitted content: Flower sales benefit community
April 21st, 2011
The Portales Kiwanis Club is selling flowers again this spring to beautify our local community.
The flower sale is scheduled for 8 a.m. to noon Saturday in the C&S parking lot on the cor...
Letters to the editor: First responders deserve thanks
April 21st, 2011
First responders deserve thanks
On behalf of the Portales Fire Department administration and staff, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the fire departments, emerge...
Community firefighters deserve gratitude
April 21st, 2011
Some 400 firefighters and dozens of other public safety folks from eastern New Mexico and west Texas stepped up to battle Sunday’s massive wind-driven fire that burned at least 17,000 acres o...
Firefighting should be privatized
April 21st, 2011
Thank you to all the firefighters who defeated the recent grass fires. They did an excellent job.
Firefighting is an important task no matter what society you live in. It is a job that will...
Thursday morning briefing: A video game, Jack's send off and the Red B...
April 21st, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Video game of the week
Our own Jenna Zamie searches the Internet each week to bring you the best.
...
Teen homicide involvement raises concerns
April 20th, 2011
With a 13-year-old convicted of second-degree murder and a 16-year-old and 17-year-old charged in Sunday’s homicide, there is disagreement as to whether such young people committing violent c...
Good Friday and Easter Services
April 20th, 2011
The following is a listing of Good Friday and Easter services at area churches:
Clovis Churches
...
Ability to see lighter side part of Americans' strength
April 20th, 2011
We attended a Chautauqua program recently. The performers — a lady named Jane and a guy named Hoyle — presented a “Brief Historical Timeline of the Great Depression” coverin...
Wednesday morning briefing: Cannon's first woman, music forbidden and...
April 20th, 2011
Good morning. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.Meet the first woman
The Women's Initiative Network luncheon in April features the f...
Hounds set LSC triples records, rally for 13-10 win
April 19th, 2011
Junior second baseman Daniel Patching set a Lone Star Conference record with three triples and Eastern New Mexico University tied an LSC mark with five three-baggers as a team as the Greyhounds ove...
Farmers practice conservation year-round
April 19th, 2011
Salomon Ramirez, state executive director of the USDA Farm Service Agency, writes that American farmers and ranchers are the forefathers of resource conservation:
While we appr...
Campaign highlights family service
April 19th, 2011
There’s a sacrifice gap in America today that many don’t see but that some — military families — see and feel every day.
Blame the professionalism of a volunteer forc...
TSA needs privatization, not unions
April 19th, 2011
If you think the Transportation Security Administration is pushy and intrusive, just wait until they unionize.Tuesday was the last day 44,000 TSA workers vote on whether they will join a union. The...
Police blotter — April 20
April 19th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Friday
• Officers were dispatched to a store in the...
Meetings watch: Portales City Council
April 19th, 2011
At the Portales City Council meeting Tuesday night in City Hall, the council:
• ratifed almost $1.44 million in bills for March. Finance Director Marilyn Rapp said the amount was a litt...
Police: Man shot in head
April 19th, 2011
A 25-year-old man found dead Sunday in a home on Avenue O was killed by a gunshot wound to the head, police say.
Portales Police Deputy Chief Lonnie Berry identified the man as Jose Alfredo...
Sheriff agrees to emergency proposal
April 19th, 2011
A new agreement allows the state Department of Health to store emergency medical relief and disaster supplies at the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Department.
A memorandum of understandin...
Meetings watch: Roosevelt County commisison
April 19th, 2011
At the Roosevelt County commission meeting Tuesday in the county courthouse, commissioners:
• Heard an informational presentation regarding land issues from Kendall Terry.
Loyalty to sports teams more than just hometown pride
April 19th, 2011
Every few Fridays coworker Tony Bullocks comes in with some new gear marking the 2010 World Series title for the San Francisco Giants.
• “Wow, this Giants World Series champs hat...
ENMU briefs — April 20
April 19th, 2011
Sixth Annual ENMU Mud Volleyball Open Registration
The sixth annual Mud Volleyball tournament is set for 10 a.m. May 7 on the lawn behind Lincoln Hall.
All the proceeds go to s...
My turn: Easter time for new clothes
April 19th, 2011
Christmas. Easter. And Back-To-School.
Those were the only times of year we got new clothes as children. Come Easter, we excitedly headed to Gibson’s with mom for new dresses and shiny...
Tuesday morning briefing: Coming together, an Easter warning and terro...
April 19th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Coming together
The community comes together at noon today during the joint City of Clovis/Curry County...
Zias sixth, Hounds 11th in Howard rodeo
April 18th, 2011
BIG SPRING, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s women placed sixth while the men were 11th over the weekend in the Howard College rodeo.
Soplhomore Jessie Kirkes of Carlsbad...
Residents urged to stay alert during emergencies
April 18th, 2011
In the event of a large fire, as with weather emergencies, residents are advised to listen to weather radios, check media sources for alerts and updates and to pay attention to their surroundings.
My turn: Still have to pay my dues
April 18th, 2011
I have had a lot of people ask me about my mention of the Lions Club at the end of my article.
I am a proud member of the Portales Lions Club, and have been for more than 30 years. That is n...
Monday morning briefing: A holy day, celebrity waiters and a big shake
April 18th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.Passover begins
Today marks the Jewish holy day of Passover.
It begins at sundown and commemorate...
Press release: Evacuations ordered
April 17th, 2011
According to State EOC, the evacuations are for homes along Highway 467 atthe Roosevelt County Line....
On the shelves — April 17
April 17th, 2011
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
The Redemption of Sarah Cain by Beverly Lewis was given by Maria Inman in memory of Sara Denise...
Senior happenings — April 17
April 17th, 2011
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: 1-5...
Gluten-free bread featured on show
April 17th, 2011
Information on using leftover gluten-free bread, cooking onions and choosing happiness will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
Ca...
Club notes — April 17
April 17th, 2011
Curry County Association
Curry County Association of Educational Retirees met April 4 at Furr’s. The meeting was opened wi...
School menus — April 17
April 17th, 2011
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Pancake sausage on a stick. Lunch — Corn dog, corn on the cob, steamed broccoli, pineapple tidbits...
Grand slams stun Zias
April 17th, 2011
There are tough ways to lose softball games, and then there’s Saturday’s Tarleton State-Eastern New Mexico University matchup at Zia Field.
ENMU outplayed the TexAnns for much of...
Civilization dependent on ecosystem
April 17th, 2011
I occasionally, when preparing for class, find myself discovering things that I wish I had not found. I suppose that this is true for other educators, as well. Like the words from Don Henley's so...
ENMU backups look to give defensive help
April 17th, 2011
BLACKWATER DRAW — With several holes to fill on defense from last season, Eastern New Mexico University’s football team is hoping help may come from within.
Defensive tackle Step...
Feels good to purge closet
April 17th, 2011
It had to be done. Critical mass had been reached. Something had to go or my side of the closet would burst at the seams.
I had long ago ruled out expanding into my wife’s side. When w...
Their view: Speed traps waste of law enforcement’s time
April 16th, 2011
Bill Kinyon of Clovis submitted this letter to the editor about traffic enforcement in Elida.
We go through Elida a number of times a year on our way to our cabin in Ruidoso.
Memories of punishment still linger
April 16th, 2011
I loved Mrs. Butterfield. I loved her name, her smile, her sweet, caring attitude, the way she made me feel good about myself. I even loved Mrs. Butterfield after she walloped me so severely I reme...
Court addresses different kind of cold case
April 16th, 2011
The scientific standard for statistical significance and the legal standard for material misrepresentation in a federal securities case aren’t the kinds of topics that typically inspire livel...
My turn: Under 30 are truly young, restless
April 16th, 2011
After I turn 30 on Friday, I’m switching sides.
No, I’ve never been a switch-hitter. I swing strictly from the left side, and my feet are just an indicator of my speed in stretch...
Portales man charged with auto burglary
April 16th, 2011
A Portales man has been charged with auto burglary after police say they found stolen property in his pockets.
Matthew Myers, 24, is charged with retaining stolen property and two counts of...
Teen convicted of murder faces eight-year sentence
April 16th, 2011
Convicted of second-degree murder at 13 years old, DeAngelo Montoya faces a maximum of eight years in state custody; less than a quarter of the time an adult would face for the same acts.
An...
April 17 — Police blotter
April 16th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Tuesday
• About 7:50 a.m., an officer was sent to the 900 block of South Avenue B for a...
Artists create in different ways
April 16th, 2011
I wonder if he starts at the head?
I mean to sculpt a horse that will one day stand in front of the stockyard gate. Or does he picture in his mind the kind of horse it will be? Would he star...
Tarleton State slams Zias
April 16th, 2011
There are tough ways to lose softball games, and then there’s Saturday’s Tarleton State-Eastern New Mexico University matchup at Zia Field.
ENMU outplayed the TexAnns for much of...
ENMU tops Angelo State
April 15th, 2011
Junior first baseman Mitch Wolfe capped a five-run Eastern New Mexico University sixth with a bases-clearing double and the Greyhounds held on for a 9-7 victory over Angelo State in Friday’s...
Hounds earn first regional track ranking
April 15th, 2011
The Eastern New Mexico University men’s track team is ranked this week for the first time in the program’s history in the U.S. Track & FIeld and Cross County Association’s NCA...
TexAnns take two from Zias
April 15th, 2011
Arianna Rodriguez went 3-for-4 with a double and a home run and Tarleton State beat Eastern New Mexico University 6-1 in the nightcap to complete sweep of Friday’s Lone Star Conference South...
Clovis teen recovering from shooting
April 15th, 2011
A 17-year-old Clovis girl was in serious condition Friday at a Lubbock hospital after police said she was accidentally shot by a friend who was trying to shoot from a car.
Police were call...
Counties placed on fire restrictions
April 15th, 2011
Curry, Roosevelt and Quay counties are among 29 in New Mexico placed on restrictions Friday limiting fireworks, smoking, campfire and open fires due to dangerous fire conditions.
The restric...
Clovis man still in serious condition after shooting
April 15th, 2011
A Clovis man who was shot in the head Wednesday night remains in serious life-threatening condition.
Curry County Sheriff’s officials have said Daniel Perez, 26, was shot in the head...
In search of ponies: Passengers ride at own peril
April 15th, 2011
Only the strong of heart ride with me nowadays.
Even still, those brave enough get the disclaimers:
• He could run up your leg, if so I’m sorry in advance
• Clo...
McGee: landlordin' not for me
April 15th, 2011
All this talk around here about affordable housing got me to thinking about landlordin’.
I thought maybe I could pick up some real estate real cheap, slap on a coat of paint, then sit...
Friday morning briefing: Hotel Clovis, spring break and breaking the c...
April 15th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefingFast fact
Hotel Clovis hosted its grand opening on Oct. 20, 1931.School’s out
Prescribed burns to be conducted at Melrose range
April 14th, 2011
The 27th Special Operations Wing at Cannon Air Force Base will conduct a series of prescribed burns at Melrose Air Force Range April 30 through May 3.
The burns are intended to clear vegetat...
Trial update: Expert says one of three shots fatal for ENMU student
April 14th, 2011
The prosecution in the murder trial of 13-year-old DeAngelo Montoya spent most of Thursday morning questioning key scientific experts in attempt to link the defendant to the death of Angel Vale, 21...
Their view: President wants to punish prosperity
April 14th, 2011
President wants to punish prosperity
Congressman Steve Pearce, R-N.M., released the following statement in response to President Obama’s speech Wednesday:
&...
Solutions shouldn’t limit liberties
April 14th, 2011
I am not one to accept things on faith. I want solid evidence, if not concrete proof.
However, there is one thing I, along with other libertarians, accept as an article of faith: I believe t...
Obama’s vision for America one of extortion
April 14th, 2011
President Barack Obama blasted Republican budget reform proposals in his national address Wednesday and announced his plan for solving the budget deficit, which can be summarized as: Tax rich peopl...
My turn: Spiderman superhero of choice
April 14th, 2011
There’s a reason superhero stories are such a huge entertainment venue. Along with being exciting adventure stories, they are also stories with moral lessons.
I have been an avid Spide...
Faith even better with bit of a swing
April 14th, 2011
A porch swing is a gift of relaxation. You can swing and read a book, bird watch or just watch the world go by.
Sitting in the porch swing with my grandparents in the evening made happy chil...
Thursday morning briefing: Free lawyers, a video game and attending to...
April 14th, 2011
Good morning and hold on to your hat. Wind gusts of up to 60 mph are expected today. And, here’s just what you’ve been waiting for this blustery day... The Freedom New Mexico Thursday...
Zias rally against Aggies for split
April 13th, 2011
GOODWELL, OKLA — The Eastern New Mexico University Zias took a long time to get their offense going Wednesday.
After being shutout for the first 10 innings of a non-conference doublehe...
Senate candidate prioritizes national debt
April 13th, 2011
Republican U.S. senatorial candidate Heather Wilson, a former U.S. Representative, spoke with Freedom New Mexico in Tucumcari Wednesday about some of the issues she will address if elected to the p...
My turn: Mom's pasta salad good summer dish
April 13th, 2011
When I was growing up, my mom started making a pasta salad that’s still one of my favorites. (In fact, she made it last time she came to visit.)
It’s cold, so it’s good for...
Sponsoring cowboys might be good for business
April 13th, 2011
Have you noticed? Everybody seems to have a sponsor these days. Before, it was mainly the race car people, but now it’s becoming ubiquitous. Sporting events — like football bowl games &...
Gay rights student group plans rally against bullying
April 13th, 2011
A new gay rights advocacy group at Eastern New Mexico University is planning a demonstration Friday to discourage bullying and harassment of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transsexual individuals.
...
New Mexico fishing report — April 13
April 13th, 2011
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and thefishphone.com, has been generated from the best information available from area officers, anglers, guides and local busines...
Wednesday morning briefing: Make A Wish, missing the sun and the birth...
April 13th, 2011
Grab a cup of Joe and get ready to be properly informed. It’s the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.Make a wish come true
Today is the last day to purchase ticke...
Hounds roll over Pioneers
April 12th, 2011
PLAINVIEW, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s baseball team put up 20 runs in a rout of Wayland Baptist earlier this season at Portales. Evidently, it wasn’t a fluke.
...
In brand name game, shorter seems better
April 12th, 2011
Whenever I buy a generic product, I’m reminded of one of the final episodes of “Clerks: The Animated Series.” A bleeding man enters the convenience store and asks Randal, a clerk,...
Their view: Teens should be gradually introduced to roads
April 12th, 2011
Leigh Ann Pusey, president and CEO of the American Insurance Association, supports a graduated driver licensing program for teenage drivers.
Government data show that each day,...
My turn: Nickname matter of personal preference
April 12th, 2011
On Avenue I, near the tracks, is a painted hand pointing right with the words, “T-Town.” I don’t know who nicknamed North Portales “Taco Town.” I’ve heard it for...
Cost-saving proposals target VA
April 12th, 2011
The House Budget Committee, chaired by Rep. Paul Ryan, R-Wis., has told a veterans’ group it is studying a plan to save $6 billion annually in VA health care costs by cancelling enrollment of...
Police blotter — April 13
April 12th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Friday
• An officer responded to an auto burglary incident in the 1200 block of Hickory...
Fat fix isn’t government’s responsibility
April 12th, 2011
In case the drug war wasn’t enough government boondoggle, we have a new war on food abuse.
Despite the portion of Americans who work hard to stay fit, an estimated 129.6 million Americ...
ENMU briefs — April 13
April 12th, 2011
Eastern in Action Day on April 16
Eastern In Action is holding its second annual community service day on Saturday. Students, faculty and staff of Eastern New Mexico University will b...
Governor recounts lessons learned to Clovis crowd
April 12th, 2011
District Attorney Matt Chandler surveyed the audience of about 350 at the Clovis Civic Center Tuesday morning.
“This is our biggest crowd,” Chandler said of the seventh annual ar...
Q&A with Gov. Susana Martinez
April 12th, 2011
Gov. Susana Martinez has been on the job for nearly three months in New Mexico. The former district attorney for the 3rd Judicial District, which serves Dona Ana County, is the state’s firs...
Tuesday morning briefing: Golf, a chicken fest and shots fired
April 12th, 2011
Welcome to the best way to start your day. It’s the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Sponsors needed
The 2010-2011 Leadership Clovis Class’ Annual Golf Tour...
Meetings watch: Board of Education
April 11th, 2011
During the Portales Municipal Schools Board of Education meeting Monday night in the district Administration Building, board members:
• Heard a report from Director of Federal Programs...
My turn: Commentary wouldn’t be too kind
April 11th, 2011
Sports and sporting events have resulted in catchy phrases. You can expect interesting comments from broadcasters, coaches, and even players.
The color commentator spends time talking to pl...
Governor to speak at National Crime Victims' Week breakfast
April 11th, 2011
Gov. Susana Martinez, area law enforcement and civic leaders are expected to gather today to honor crime victims at the seventh annual breakfast held in honor of National Crime Victims Week.
Man charged in Tucumcari deaths linked to other slayings
April 11th, 2011
New Mexico State Police said Friday that a man accused of killing two men in a Tucumcari hotel is also a suspect in two Ohio slayings.Muziwokuthula Madonda, 33 of Chicago, is awaiting extradi...
Raymond Mondragon named to EPCOG post
April 11th, 2011
Former Clovis police chief and city manager Raymond Mondragon has been hired as economic development director for the Eastern Plains Council of Governments.
Mondragon began in the position M...
April 12 — Elida news
April 11th, 2011
Sports schedule
• Thursday: Track at Melrose, varsity; Base-ball at Texico, JV, 4 p.m. doubleheader
• Saturday: Track at Ft. Sumner, varsity; Baseball at Lake Arthur, varsit...
Monday morning briefing: Library amnesty, kindergarten registration an...
April 11th, 2011
Get ready. Get set. It’s the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.Give it up
There’s hope for you library book procrastinators.
It’s Amnesty Week a...
Their view: Community’s outpouring of support appreciated
April 9th, 2011
Portales Schools Superintendent Randy Fowler recently offered his condolences to the family of Peyton Chavez, who died last week:
To the community members of Portales,
O...
Their view: Be careful with what you post online
April 9th, 2011
Loni Newby is a Clovis mom, married to the Air Force, who writes for our Cannon Connections publication. This is her most recent effort on social networking:
We live our lives...
State responsible for speed limits
April 9th, 2011
Recently Danny Watkins of Alto received a speeding ticket while traveling through Elida. He complained in a letter to the editor that Elida is, “…a speed trap” and that Elida&rsq...
Health care decisions don’t belong to feds
April 9th, 2011
A year of contentious debate finally concluded this week following overwhelming votes of both houses of Congress to repeal a relatively small, but typically onerous, requirement of President Barack...
ACU sweeps twin bill, takes series from Hounds
April 9th, 2011
ABILENE, Texas — Left fielder J.R. Roland hit a go-ahead, two-run single in the bottom of the eighth and Abilene Christian completed a Lone Star Conference baseball doubleheader sweep of East...
Wildfires burning near Milnesand, Tucumcari
April 9th, 2011
TATUM, N.M. (AP) — Firefighters in New Mexico are battling a wind-whipped grass fire near Tatum but have another blaze near Tucumcari 95 percent contained.
The so-called Kizer 5 fire...
Freedom New Mexico garners 11 press awards
April 9th, 2011
Freedom New Mexico picked up 11 awards on Saturday, including the seven top prizes, in the Texas Panhandle Press Association’s 2011 Better Newspaper Contest.
The Clovis News Journal wa...
Bull fiasco injures officer
April 9th, 2011
June was taking a renegade bull with a tendency to “wander” to the sale barn in Dodge City. Her son helped her load the beast in to their stock trailer. It was an authentic ranch traile...
On the shelves — April 10
April 9th, 2011
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
The Outlaws: A Presidential Agent Novel by W.E.B. Griffin begins as...
Club notes — April 10
April 9th, 2011
Epsilon Sigma Alpha
Six members and one guest attended the regular meeting of the Epsilon Sigma Alpha at 4:30 p.m. on April 4 C...
April 10 — Public record
April 9th, 2011
Recent cases in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court, according to court documents:
March 8
• Joey Pena, no birth date available, pleaded no contest to minor in possession of...
April 10 — Police blotter
April 9th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Tuesday:
• While on patrol in the 1700 block of east Third Street about 1:15 a.m...
Cooking turkey featured on show
April 9th, 2011
Information on making canvas-covered journals, cooking turkey and being a great hostess will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
L...
Announcements — April 10
April 9th, 2011
Wedding shower
A wedding shower for Lesli Dawn Caviness and Marty Paul Trey will be held at 2 p.m. April 16 at the Causey Communi...
Senior happenings — April 10
April 9th, 2011
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities, quilting and sewing....
School menus — April 10
April 9th, 2011
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Pancake sausage on a stick. Lunch — Chicken sandw...
Technology molding next generation
April 9th, 2011
As we were reviewing first-grade spelling words, all of them based on the “u” sound, my granddaughter Mikayla looked at me in all innocence and proclaimed "Mute doesn't mean you can't...
Spring season full of surprises
April 9th, 2011
Winter may slip up on us quietly but spring has a way of surprising even the most prepared.
Carl Sandburg described the fog as coming in on little cat feet, sitting on silent haunches, then...
No. 10 Rambelles sweep Zias
April 9th, 2011
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Second baseman Alix Dean drove in eight runs — six in the opener — and 10th-ranked Angelo State beat Eastern New Mexico University 15-7 and 7-2 on Saturday to...
My turn: Sheet search stained by racists
April 9th, 2011
While searching online for white sheets with a thread-count greater than “threadbare,” I happened upon a newscast at WhitePrideTV.com.
With the National Anthem blaring, the title...
Teen's trial set to begin
April 9th, 2011
The murder trial of DeAngelo Montoya, the teenager charged in the shooting death of 22-year-old Angel Vale last summer, is scheduled to begin Tuesday.
Vale, an Eastern New Mexico University...
No. 10 Rambelles cruise past Zias
April 8th, 2011
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s softball team held 10th-ranked Angelo State to five hits on Friday night.
The Rambelles didn’t need any more than that,...
Hounds win series opener from ACU
April 8th, 2011
ABILENE, Texas — Second baseman Daniel Patching led a 12-hit attack with three hits and senior right-hander Anthony Smith earned a four-inning save Friday night as Eastern New Mexico Universi...
Government shutdown avoided, for now
April 8th, 2011
When Friday morning rolled around, Tannie Scheutte was preparing to check the pay stub online in advance of the April 15 payday for her Army husband, Clovis native Devin Scheutte.
Then, Sh...
Tucumcari homicide suspect also wanted in Ohio
April 8th, 2011
A man charged in two recent Tucumcari homicides is also wanted in connection with two homicides in Ohio, according to state police.
Muziwokuthula “Muzie” S. Madonda is charged w...
Grant McGee: Clovis tap water nothing to complain about
April 8th, 2011
When I moved here in the 90’s I wasn’t sure about our tap water.
Now, after a trip we took a few weeks ago I have no complaints about it, not at all.
While vacationing at...
Friday morning briefing: Breakfast is on, help the Gov and the Babe's...
April 8th, 2011
Grab a cup of coffee. Sit back and relax. It’s the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Over easy
The Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce monthly member brea...
ENMU men finish fifth in Western Texas College rodeo
April 7th, 2011
SNYDER, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s men finished fifth over the weekend in the Western Texas College rodeo.
Sophomore Billy Good of Portales and freshman Pecos Thomas...
ENMU to remain in LSC
April 7th, 2011
The verdict is in: Eastern New Mexico University will remain in the Lone Star Conference.
A feasibility committee headed by ENMU professor Gene Smith recommended to university president Stev...
Their view: Colorado Springs welcomes Army brigade
April 7th, 2011
This editorial on supporting the military was first published in the Colorado Springs (Colo.) Gazette.
It is hard to imagine better news than last week’s Army announcemen...
Haters going to hate on me anyway
April 7th, 2011
Just about everybody has them. Nobody wants them, but if you don’t have any at all, odds are you’re doing something wrong. In fact, some might say it’s better to have more than le...
GOP looking to wean public off government
April 7th, 2011
It isn’t likely to pass the Democratic-controlled Senate, but the GOP’s proposed spending plan for next year and the next decade is one of the most encouraging signs out of Washington s...
University singers perform at Carnegie Hall
April 7th, 2011
Eastern New Mexico University choir students were given an extraordinary opportunity in March, when they sang at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
Forty-four students from ENMU’s Univers...
Cannon hosting Industry Day
April 7th, 2011
The 27th Special Operations Contracting Squadron at Cannon Air Force Base will host its second annual industry day April 29, according to a news release.
The event will be held 8 a.m. to 4 p...
In times of fear, put trust in Lord
April 7th, 2011
The March spring winds roared like the proverbial lion, but that’s how it is in eastern New Mexico. My husband was in Oklahoma to help our middle son build a barn. It became my job to feed La...
My turn: Homeschoolers give grade-A performance
April 7th, 2011
I saw a homeschool group performance of “Our Town” last weekend in Clovis, produced by the Clovis Area Home Educators. It featured good acting by talented teens and hit home for me....
Press release: NM senators want military paid if government shutdown h...
April 7th, 2011
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Jeff Bingaman joined a bipartisan group of senators today in cosponsoring the Ensuring Pay for Our Military Act of 2011 (S. 724) to assure that milita...
Kite Karnival scheduled
April 7th, 2011
Cannon Air Force Base will be hosting its annual Kite Karnival April 30 at Doc Stewart Park.
Scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the free event is expected to offer games, food and kite-flying...
ENMU to remain in Lone Star Conference
April 7th, 2011
Eastern New Mexico University will remain a member of the Lone Star Conference, according to a memo from school president Steven Gamble released this morning.
ENMU received an...
Thursday morning briefing: Old newsboys, crop signups and The Duke win...
April 7th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to must reading. It’s the Freedom New Mexico Thursday morning briefing.Old newspaper boys
Ed Widener of Alamagordo and his brother Dennis Wi...
Cannon planning open house
April 6th, 2011
The 27th Special Operations Wing has set the date for its next open house, according to a news release.
The open house will take place 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 24 and is free and open to the...
State planning to lease land to Air Force
April 6th, 2011
The state has determined it would rather be a landlord than a seller when it comes to use of state lands for expansion of the Melrose Range for the Air Force, citing more revenue for education and...
No more corporal punishment in public schools
April 6th, 2011
New Mexico public schools can no longer spank or paddle students to discipline them under legislation signed into law Wednesday by Gov. Susana Martinez.
New Mexico joined 30 other states and...
Clovis moving ahead with affordable housing plan
April 6th, 2011
When Clovis found out that nearby Cannon Air Force Base would receive a bump in personnel for its new Air Force Special Operations Command mission, growth management consultants suggested an afford...
Look no further than local feed store
April 6th, 2011
I remember looking out my bedroom window early one morning and seeing our 2-year-old gelding we called Chapo limping toward the corral, dragging a bloody hind leg. He had spent much of the night wi...
Wind ranch in final negotiation phase
April 6th, 2011
The Roosevelt Wind Ranch, to be built between Elida and Dora, is approaching the final stages for project negotiations.
The vice-president of development for Terra-Gen Power, Bill Castor, to...
My turn: Some recipes can't be shared
April 6th, 2011
A generations-old Italian spaghetti sauce recipe? I’m interested.
Local wildlife expert Tony Gennaro gave me a sample of spaghetti sauce from the recipe his grandmother brought from It...
Press release: Poku works out for NFL scouts
April 6th, 2011
PORTALES, N.M. — Jessie Poku (Murphy, Richardson HS), a standout wide receiver for the Eastern New Mexico University football team received an opportunity to work out on his former home fi...
Wednesday morning briefing: Gaming, Congressional art and more wind
April 6th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.Video game of the week
Fresh from our own Jenna Zamie, who surfs the Internet each week to find the m...
Meetings watch: Roosevelt County Commission
April 5th, 2011
At the Roosevelt County Commission meeting Tuesday commissioners:
• Approved a request for cost sharing for a mass notification system for weather warnings.
City of Portal...
Meetings watch: Portales City Council
April 5th, 2011
At the Portales City Council meeting Tuesday the council:
• Heard City Attorney Stephen Doerr say District Attorney Matt Chandler said a new state law prohibiting various synthetic drug...
Local Make-A-Wish chapter gearing up for second fundraiser
April 5th, 2011
The Make-A-Wish Foundation of New Mexico’s Curry, Roosevelt and De Baca counties chapter is gearing up for its second annual fundraiser.
Clovis residents Hazel and Bill Richter serve a...
Shutdown or not, Congress must make cuts
April 5th, 2011
The current appropriations bill — the Continuing Resolution — funding the federal government is set to expire Friday. If it does, it would cause a shutdown of some portions of the gover...
Their view: Rebuilding job sector starts with education
April 5th, 2011
Sen. Pete Campos, D-Las Vegas, believes education is the key to long-term job creation:
The priority for New Mexico policymakers for the foreseeable future must be to create jo...
Rating system needs improvement
April 5th, 2011
After a three-year effort by the departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs to improve the process, ill and injured military members still endure a long, complex and often contentious evaluation s...
N.M. fishing report — April 5
April 5th, 2011
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and thefishphone.com, has been generated from the best information available from area officers, anglers, guides and local busines...
My turn: North Portales contains rich memories
April 5th, 2011
Growing up in north Portales, the barrio of my childhood, has created rich memories of a multicultural upbringing which has taken me to both sides of the tracks and back.
Every city has its...
Police blotter — April 6
April 5th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Sunday
• An officer was sent to the 500 block of South Avenue D about 8:25 a.m....
ENMU briefs — April 6
April 5th, 2011
Grad students offering speech therapy services
With a collaboration between the Eastern New Mexico University Child Development Center and Communicative Disorders Program, graduate pr...
Former Cannon commander nominated for first star
April 5th, 2011
Former Cannon Commander Col. Timothy Leahy has been nominated for his first star, according to the Department of Defense.
Leahy is currently serving as knowledge and futures director at the...
ENMU to interview five for women's coaching position
April 5th, 2011
Eastern New Mexico University is planning five on-campus interviews seeking to fill its women’s basketball coaching position following the resignation of Linden Weese last month.
ENMU...
Tuesday morning briefing: Tax meeting, mobile books and a NASCAR legen...
April 5th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Tax meeting
There’s a City of Clovis town hall meeting 6 p.m. Wednesday at the North Annex...
Area under fire weather watch
April 4th, 2011
The National Weather Service has a fire weather watch in effect this afternoon through this evening and Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening.
A transmission from the service advises...
Evacuation orders lifted on Ruidoso fire that burned five houses
April 4th, 2011
Evacuation orders lifted on Ruidoso fire that burned five houses
ALBUQUERQUE — Residents were returning home Monday after officials lifted evacuation orders forced by a wind-driven wil...
Two more ENMU tracksters earn provisional qualifying marks
April 4th, 2011
LUBBOCK — Two more Eastern New Mexico University athletics earned NCAA Division II provisional qualifying marks for national competition in Saturday’s Texas Tech Open track meet.
Former police chief receives $65,000 settlement
April 4th, 2011
Melrose’s former police chief will be paid $65,000 and given a neutral job reference, per settlement of a discrimination claim she filed against the village and its former mayor.
Melro...
My turn: One size doesn't fit all
April 4th, 2011
I remember watching Roy Rogers jumping off of a balcony into the saddle, and then later jumping from that saddle to catch a bad guy that was trying to get away. Roy could really get around on that...
April 5 — Elida news
April 4th, 2011
Sports schedule
• Thursday: Junior high track meet at Melrose
• Friday: Varsity baseball vs. Capitan, 1 p.m. doubleheader. Friday is also a snow makeup day
&bu...
Analysis: Eastern N.M. could lose in redistricting
April 4th, 2011
SANTA FE — The once-a-decade exercise of legislative redistricting will produce winners and losers, and Albuquerque’s west side is as close as it comes to a guaranteed winner of more po...
Zias absorb two more LSC crossover setbacks
April 4th, 2011
SAN ANGELO, Texas — It was another long day for the Eastern New Mexico University softball team on Sunday.
The Zias couldn’t get out of the first inning in either game, losing t...
Monday morning briefing: Open meetings, quirky quote and the King kill...
April 4th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.Open meetings
Two Roosevelt County governing bodies are meeting Tuesday:
• Roosevelt County...
Zias routed twice in crossover tournament
April 2nd, 2011
SAN ANGELO, Texas — The day didn’t start out to well for Eastern New Mexico University’s softball team on Saturday, and it never got much better either.
Lone Star Conferenc...
Their view: Speed traps give small towns bad reputation
April 2nd, 2011
Danny Watkins of Alto, who received a speeding ticket in Elida recently, believes the town needs a better traffic control system:
My wife and I were driving through Kansas last...
Obama wants to drill — but only in Brazil
April 2nd, 2011
Gasoline prices have hit $4 a gallon in California, twice what they were when Barack Obama took office. But sometimes overlooked is that prices previously declined partly because of worldwide reces...
Don’t count out Denish just yet
April 2nd, 2011
When she was bouncing up and down, yelling, waving her arms, feverishly trying to coax cheers from Hobbs Eagles fans back in the 60s, the vivacious 17-year-old’s dreams for the future pretty...
Commander selected for 16 SOS
April 2nd, 2011
The 16th Special Operations Squadron has its first female commander in Lt. Col. Tracy Onufer, according to an announcement on the
Club notes — April 3
April 2nd, 2011
PRMC Auxiliary
Plains Regional Medical Center Auxiliary held the annual awards luncheon at the Days Inn March 22.
President Fran Boney introduced guests Cindy Landerman and Lor...
On the shelves — April 3
April 2nd, 2011
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“The Warmth of Other Suns: The Epic Story of America’s Great Migration” by I...
Honor rolls — April 3
April 2nd, 2011
Melrose Elementary
First grade
April Arenivar
Aiden Aikman
Brody McAlister
Paityn Nicholson
...
Sewing tips featured on show
April 2nd, 2011
Information on professional sewing tips and the hunt for profit will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
Janet Pray is going to sh...
Senior menus — April 3
April 2nd, 2011
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities, quilting and sewing....
School menus — April 3
April 2nd, 2011
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Pancake sausage on a stick. Lunch —Chicken nugget...
Freedom of speech applies to all
April 2nd, 2011
I remember, not very long ago, when I wrote a column detailing my opinion of a certain radio person, who shall remain nameless, and received overwhelming negative feedback — surprisingly fr...
Fishing lessons need to be passed
April 2nd, 2011
A s I watched the end of my fishing pole start to dance instead of reacting quickly, I casually picked it up and reeled it in a few yards. I knew even before the pole started to wiggle it was...
Perspective makes considerable difference
April 2nd, 2011
I was in North Dakota in early spring. The night before, the temperature was 3 degrees. That morning it had warmed up to 4. I walked into the giant Ag Expo building and made a circle of the trade s...
My turn: Courage greater quality
April 2nd, 2011
“Adventures of Huckleberry Finn” has been in the news because of the “n” word. One publisher has even substituted “slave.”
In east Texas, I was a pale ve...
April 3 — Police Blotter
April 2nd, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Tuesday
• An officer went to commercial property on U.S. 70 for a report of a burglary....
Clovis farmer re-elected to dairy board
April 2nd, 2011
Dairy Farmers of America Inc.’s Board of Directors has re-elected Wayne Palla, a Clovis dairy farmer, as first vice chairman of the board, according to a news release from DFA.
Palla i...
Zias drop LSC crossover opener
April 1st, 2011
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Katie Raines pitched a complete-game seven-hitter and singled home the go-ahead run in the top of the fifth inning, and Southwestern Oklahoma turned back Eastern New Mexic...
LSC-leading Southeastern Oklahoma rides big inning
April 1st, 2011
Eastern New Mexico University freshman left-hander Aaron Anderson was able to get out of bases-loaded, no-out jams the first two times he’d been in that situation this season.
The thir...
City to host town hall meeting on tax hike
April 1st, 2011
The city of Clovis is hosting a town hall meeting 6 p.m. Wednesday at the north annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library to answer questions and present information about a .25 percent gross rec...
In search of ponies: A lot to chirp about
April 1st, 2011
While I was waiting for my turn at the feed store counter, I couldn’t help but notice three large bins with heat lamps over top and the rabble of dozens of tweeting babies.
Of course (...
McGee: 'The kissing disease'
April 1st, 2011
Do people ever get “mono” anymore? Or is it that I’m just in the age group that doesn’t know or care about mononucleosis anymore?
Surely you’ve heard of monon...
Friday morning briefing: Bowling for kids, music and April Fool
April 1st, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Bowling for kids
The Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Southeastern New Mexico are looking for participan...
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