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Police blotter — June 1
May 31st, 2011
Recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Saturday
• An officer received an alert about 7:45 p.m. to be on the lookout for a silver Bui...
ENMU hopes to fill baseball spot by June 15
May 31st, 2011
Eastern New Mexico University hopes to fill its open baseball head coaching position by June 15, athletic director Jeff Geiser said Tuesday.
ENMU is looking to replace Phil Clabaugh, who res...
Unpatriotic to renew Patriot Act
May 31st, 2011
W hen are Americans going to insist that their government start following the Constitution? Last Friday, Congress passed an extension of the misnamed USA Patriot Act, which severely breaches Amer...
Aircraft put servicemen at risk
May 31st, 2011
In a complaint to the Air Force inspector general, a retired officer alleges health officials have known since at least 1994 of Agent Orange contamination aboard C-123 aircraft flown by reserve squ...
Their view: Special session bolsters private property rights
May 31st, 2011
Carmen Fenton, director of public affairs for the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, explains in a press release how Texas strengthened private property rights during the 82nd Legis...
Sumner Lake closed indefinitely
May 31st, 2011
Sumner Lake remains closed indefinitely to boating until further notice due to tests indicating the potential presence of Quagga mussel veligers, or larva, officials said Tuesday.
The New Me...
Meaning behind Memorial Day easily overlooked
May 31st, 2011
A coworker asked me a few days ago, “Do you think Memorial Day is too commercialized?”
I balked, because I’d never considered it. I could only stammer, “Not really, d...
Texico senior wins milk scholarship
May 31st, 2011
Texico High School senior Fallon Scanlan won a 2011 Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year Award, according to a news release.
The award comes with a $7,500 college scholarship.
Ea...
ENMU briefs — June 1
May 31st, 2011
Wellness program enrollment open
The Summer Lifelong Wellness program is accepting enrollment. To enroll for summer, send an e-mail to cathy.hess@enmu.ed. and tell her which option yo...
My turn: 'Soda water' reminds me of grandfather
May 31st, 2011
I remember on summer evenings when we were visiting my grandparents in Lubbock and Grandma Chaya would make a pitcher of cherry Kool-Aid to wash down her savory meat fried with “calabaza&rdqu...
Committee to hear presentation on equine virus
May 31st, 2011
The Legislative Interim Water and Natural Resources Committee is meeting today at 1:30 p.m. in the State Capitol in Santa Fe.
Dr. Dave Fly, state veterinarian with the New Mexico Livestock B...
Musical legacy left behind
May 31st, 2011
Music has lots of ways of connecting people, sometimes when we least suspect it.
After writing a newspaper column for close to 25 years I’ve learned not to fight it when a good topic c...
Senior happenings — May 29
May 31st, 2011
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Monday: Closed for Memorial Day.
Tuesday: 9a.m....
Inkblot art featured on show
May 31st, 2011
Information on making inkblot butterflies and a crayon roll will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
Margaret Peot is an author, a...
Shoutouts — May 29
May 31st, 2011
Grandson returns from Afghanistan
Bob and Mary Trujillo of San Diego Calif., have lived in Clovis for the...
On the shelves — May 29
May 31st, 2011
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“The Story of St...
Brothers remembered
May 31st, 2011
Bob's older brother was Richard. Ronnie's older brother was Anthony, and Jeff had an older brother named Jimmy.
David and I were the older brothers in our families, so we had to share the ab...
Club notes — May 29
May 31st, 2011
Friendship Rebekah Lodge
Friendship Rebekah Lodge met Tuesday at the IOOF Hall with Vice Grand Earl Scott...
USDA weekly crop and weather report
May 31st, 2011
Weekly area crop and weather reports from the United States Department of Agriculture:
August 20...
Tuesday morning briefing: A video game, rodeo days and Deep Throat rev...
May 31st, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday morning briefing.Video game of the week
Fresh from the desk of our own Jenna Zamie, who scours the web for these...
Portales man injured in motorcycle accident
May 30th, 2011
A Portales man received serious injuries when the motorcycle he was riding crashed early Saturday morning.
State Police Capt. Jimmy Glascock said Valentine Sotelo, 29, of Portales was drivin...
My turn: Keeping score doesn't matter
May 30th, 2011
I had a new experience in playground activities this week. We had our Adopt-A-Cop Olympics with the second graders. One of the games we played was volleyball. I was watching one group, and my buddy...
Monday morning briefing: Memorial Day, school budget and the big race
May 30th, 2011
Good morning and happy Memorial Day. Welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.
This holiday
Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for...
Photograph demonstrates bullish sport
May 28th, 2011
The photograph is spread across two pages of the Rodeo Sports News. In the upper right hand corner is written “Worth a Thousand Words.”
The subjects in the photo are the bull, bu...
Goldfish racing hard to swallow
May 28th, 2011
For the benefit of the folks at PETA, let it be clear at the outset this columnist stands unequivocally opposed to Goldfish Racing.
Goldfish have but one purpose, to float around a bloated j...
Tolerating radicals cost of freedom
May 28th, 2011
If you are alive and reading this today and the world has not been shaken and burned to the ground, then we were right once again. We were 99.9 percent certain the rapture would not happen last...
Their view: Disaster farm aid needs to be renewed
May 28th, 2011
Salomon Ramirez, state executive director New Mexico Farm Service Agency, says no industry is more vulnerable to nature’s wrath than agriculture. Hence, the need for disaster programs.
Former Cannon airman killed in Afghanistan
May 28th, 2011
The Department of Defense announced Friday the deaths of two airmen who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom.
The airmen died May 26 in the Shorabak district of the Kandahar province,...
Portales man arrested on child porn charges
May 28th, 2011
A 20-year-old Portales man has been arrested on charges of copying, distributing and downloading child pornography, according to police and court records.
Jason Torres is charged with six co...
Heritage Day fun run set
May 28th, 2011
Portales MainStreet will hold its 11th annual Heritage Days Fun Run June 18 in conjunction with the city’s Heritage Days weekend.
The event begins 8 a.m. at the Yam Theatre, 219 S. Mai...
Theatrics landed me in hot water
May 28th, 2011
Most will concede that Portales isn’t the Taos of the High Plains, but—like anywhere—it’s our drinking buddies that count.
I have lived in beautiful places: A tropica...
May 29 — Public record
May 28th, 2011
Recent cases in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court, according to court records:
April 4
• Christopher Rojo, born in 1986, pleaded guilty to resisting, evading and ob...
May 29 — Police blotter
May 28th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Wednesday
• An officer was sent to the city skate park about 8:20 p.m. in refere...
ENMU's Draper 13th at nationals
May 28th, 2011
TURLOCK, Calif. — Eastern New Mexico University senior Daniel Draper finished 13th in men’s javelin on Saturday in the NCAA Division II national track and field competition.
Drap...
Sumner Lake closed to boating
May 27th, 2011
The New Mexico State Parks Division and the Department of Game and Fish have closed Sumner Lake to boating until further notice due to tests indicating the potential presence of Quagga mussel velig...
Press release: Possible infestation closes Sumner Lake to boating
May 27th, 2011
FORT SUMNER – New Mexico State Parks Division and the Department of Game and Fish announce that Sumner Lake will be closed to boating temporarily due to a test result indicating the pot...
In search of ponies: The vain pain
May 27th, 2011
Oh he’s a pretty boy, a real stud.
Well, actually he’s a stud-no-more since the Doc got a hold of him a couple years ago, but he is a gorgeous hunk of flesh nonetheless.
A...
McGee: Antimatter matters
May 27th, 2011
Last Saturday was supposed to be the beginning of the end of the world, according to a television preacher from California and his followers.
I remember another time when some people thoug...
Friday morning briefing: Memorial day, arguing with women and a mounta...
May 27th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Graduation dayDon’t forget...the Portales High School commencement is 7 p.m. today at Eastern...
Death doesn't take memories away
May 26th, 2011
As a young child during World War II, I vividly remember the pain and sacrifice of a war. My grandmother lived by the highway and the railroad tracks. Granny and I spent many hours waving to troop...
Their view: Let’s honor true meaning of Memorial Day
May 26th, 2011
Russell Anglin is the senior reporter for the Quay County Sun and writes a weekly column. Here is his most recent effort.
Memorial Day is coming up on Monday. This means a lot...
Patriots not deserving of criticism
May 26th, 2011
I’m sure the High Plains Patriots would consider themselves conservative rather than libertarian. But I’ll bet I’d agree with them on about half of their opinions, those that prom...
Supreme Court chipping away at freedoms
May 26th, 2011
The next time police knock at your door, be careful what you do next. Any sound you make inside could grant police the authority to search your home without a warrant.
That’s the res...
Meetings watch: Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority
May 26th, 2011
The Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority met Thursday at the Yam Theatre in Portales.
• Patrick Lyons, Public Regulation Commission District 2 chairman, weighed in through a lette...
Faith Triumphant athletes honored
May 26th, 2011
Four Faith Triumphant athletes were chosen for Texas Christian Athletic League all-state honors in basketball.
For the boys, senior point guard Colton Phelps was chosen to the first team, wh...
Emergency grazing authorized
May 26th, 2011
Emergency grazing of Conservation Reserve Program acreage has been authorized for Curry County through Sept. 30 because of drought conditions, according to a news release from the U.S. Farm Service...
Readers' tips for handling Disneyland
May 26th, 2011
The best spot to watch a parade, when to arrive at the park, how to save money on food without skipping meals.
These are just a few of the topics that Bee readers weighed in on when I asked...
Press release: Murder charges filed in district court
May 26th, 2011
Clovis, NM — Ninth Judicial District Attorney Matthew Chandler announced that charges were filed in District Court on May 20, 2011 on Louis Guerra and Desiree Rodriquez in connection with the...
Thursday morning briefing: Mrs. Clovis, biker bash and stringing the m...
May 26th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Mrs. Clovis
The search is on for the next Mrs. Clovis.
Once selected, the winner will advance t...
Padgett adds to soccer recruiting class
May 25th, 2011
PORTALES — Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer coach Todd Padgett has added all-state forward Alysia Carrasco of La Cueva to a large recruiting class.
Carrasco was La Cu...
Curry, Roosevelt counties receive more than $2 million in grants
May 25th, 2011
This week five communities in Curry and Roosevelt counties got the more than $2 million boost they need to complete important projects.
State Community Development Block Grants were awarded...
Make your life easier with slow cooker
May 25th, 2011
Harried schedule or not, you gotta eat. Oh, and probably feed the family, too. The solution to make your life easier? A slow cooker, like the Waring Pro Professional 6.5-quart Slow Cooker. It can b...
New Mexico fishing report — May 25
May 25th, 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 businesse...
Two fires break out in Roosevelt County
May 25th, 2011
The Portales Fire Department is estimating 2,200 to 2,500 acres for the Blackwater Fire that ignited Tuesday on a U.S. 70 median then moved northeast towards New Mexico Highway 202.
The New...
Reader-submitted content: ENMU student starts tornado relief effort
May 25th, 2011
Lawrence Baker, an Eastern New Mexico University senior communications student from Portales and Dumas, Texas, is spearheading an effort to donate goods to the children impacted by the devastating...
City to start testing tornado sirens
May 25th, 2011
Beginning today, Portales will be testing its tornado sirens at noon every first and third Thursday of the month to ensure the city’s mass notification system is fully operational and all Roo...
The stars shine bright in Bardstown, Ky.: Take the whole family on a g...
May 25th, 2011
This summer, Thomas the Tank Engine and Sir Topham Hatt will join Dorothy, Scarecrow, Tin Man and Cowardly Lion – and Toto, too – in Bardstown, Ky., a small town known far and wide as "...
Memorial Day on a budget: Affordable family fun
May 25th, 2011
Memorial Day marks the unofficial beginning of summer, and it's increasingly become an occasion for families to spend time together. But with the economy still not fully back on its feet and gas pr...
Better to admit injury than tough out pain
May 25th, 2011
Bud and Kathy ride horses, of course, but they also like to ride mules, especially in rough country.
Awhile back they bought a new mule, and Bud was ready to try him out. Kathy knew she coul...
My turn: Can't go wrong with spicy casserole recipe
May 25th, 2011
My friend Terri Wildman, an Eastern New Mexico University alumna, gave me a favorite, spicy casserole recipe.
It’s great to assemble ahead of time. Terri’s recipe is modified fro...
Wednesday morning briefing: Rodeo time, Allsup's origins and Star Wars...
May 25th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.Ride ‘em cowboy
The second annual Curry County Ranch Rodeo starts 1 p.m. Friday at Curry County...
Their view: Time to end tax breaks for major oil companies
May 24th, 2011
Kate Colarulli is the associate campaign director for Sierra Club’s Beyond Oil Campaign. She urges ending tax breaks for oil companies.
Over Memorial Day weekend, tens of...
Bill makes it easier for U.S. to go to war
May 24th, 2011
The killing of Osama bin Laden has provoked a much-needed reassessment of American defense and security needs. Our country needs to be able to defend itself against mass murderers. Yet we also nee...
Housing markets tight near bases
May 24th, 2011
The inability of homebuilders to secure construction loans in this weak economy, combined with major force realignments from Europe and other areas, has created housing shortages for families at ma...
Police blotter — May 25
May 24th, 2011
Recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Friday
• An officer was contacted about noon regarding a male having a knife at Lindse...
ENMU briefs — May 25
May 24th, 2011
Aqua aerobics course on tap
Emily Meadows is teaching a morning aqua aerobics course in the Eastern New Mexico University Distance Education and Outreach program this summer.
M...
Movies in 3D not worth upcharge
May 24th, 2011
I went to my favorite gas station Tuesday. It’s not my favorite because it has the cheapest prices on gas. Actually, the more expensive gas is, the more counterproductive it is to drive to a...
My turn: Baby names show Hispanics assimilating
May 24th, 2011
No way Jose, but how about Jacob? It doesn’t have the same ring, but according to The Social Security Administration, for the first time since 1972 (with the exception of one year), the name...
Safety first as kids join the bicycle commute at a young age
May 24th, 2011
Raleigh White, 2, is an entertaining front-seat driver.
Snuggled in the Bobike safety seat atop the front of her mom's bicycle, she points out other cyclists to Mina White as they pass by, p...
Mother of Confusion: Two great apps for preschoolers
May 24th, 2011
Awesome, a PBS preschooler app for the Droid! For those geeky smartphone users with kids, PBS has launched Super Why, their first app for the Android. No need to panic iPhone users, the app was mad...
Moms Gear: The Bobble filtered water bottles allows you to fill up wit...
May 24th, 2011
Many moms carry reusable water bottles instead of buying disposable containers. Refilling water bottles at a public fountain or sink is generally a convenient and clean experience. But not-so tasty...
Beg, budget or steal: Three ways to deal with the end-of-school blues
May 24th, 2011
Like dental appointments and the DMV, the end of the school year is just another thing I tend to deny (for as long as possible). But school ends whether I like it or not, and whether I'm prepared f...
Frumpy Middle-Aged Mom: Who was foolish enough to give me kids?
May 24th, 2011
Occasionally, people will pick up my column in the mistaken belief they are going to become informed about how to raise children.
But, really, no one would come to me for parenting advice un...
Child Sense: Remember your child's dominant sense while starting a gar...
May 24th, 2011
Family activities are wonderful for creating memories, building family unity and having fun. It's important to pick activities that the whole family can enjoy, remembering that not everyone enjoys...
Modern hero names: Monroe is just the beginning
May 24th, 2011
I was sitting here last week, making a list of what I was thinking of as Modern Hero Names – you know, like Palin and Winslet – when the news came in about the names Mariah Carey had ch...
Tuesday morning briefing: A video game, summer classes and the Brookly...
May 24th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Video game of the week
Our own Jenna Zamie’s pick, just for you gamers.
Game: L.A....
Former Portales resident involved in shooting tragedy
May 23rd, 2011
A 9-year-old Lubbock girl is dead after her grandfather shot her while rabbit hunting in what investigators are calling “a very tragic accident” at the family farm about 20 miles northw...
My turn: Calling all kickball players
May 23rd, 2011
I recently saw a flyer from the Portales Recreation Center, for a kickball tournament. I don’t want to brag, but I used to be pretty good at kickball.
I played a lot in grade school. N...
Fire near Milnesand contained
May 23rd, 2011
Fire burned an estimated 2,596 acres Sunday afternoon at Roosevelt Road 35 and Highway 206 near Milnesand, but was contained on Roosevelt Road 35 within half a mile of Roosevelt Road M.
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Monday morning briefing: Schools business, an open house and the end o...
May 23rd, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.School supplies
If your children go to school in Floyd and you want to plan ahead, the school calendar,...
Positive thinking tips, flower arranging featured on show
May 23rd, 2011
Information on positive thinking and flower arranging will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
Judi Moreo is a motivational speake...
Club notes — May 22
May 23rd, 2011
Portales Woman’s Club
The Portales Woman’s Club met May 11 with President Della Kobernick presiding. The Collect was led by Doncella Caywood, t...
My turn: President deserving of respect
May 21st, 2011
To spotlight American jurisprudence, I would have preferred that we had captured Osama bin Laden, given him a fair trial, then executed him — but I won’t quibble.
Besides hard-to...
School menus —May 22
May 21st, 2011
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Cook’s choice. Lunch — Cook’s choice.
Tuesday: Breakfast — Cook’s choice L...
Luxuries harder to come by
May 21st, 2011
Ipanema is a neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, the seacoast located capitol of Brazil. I have never been to Ipanema, nor to Rio.
Astrid Gilberto, the Latina jazz singer who made that area famo...
Concert reveals youth’s end
May 21st, 2011
Somewhere along life’s path my music changed from Rock ‘n’ Roll to Classic Rock.
Most of it is dubiously preserved on vinyl but there are a select few bands still out there...
Senior happenings — May 22
May 21st, 2011
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities, quilting and sewing....
On the shelves — May 22
May 21st, 2011
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Changing Planet, Changing Health: How the Climate Crisis Threatens Our...
Americans have right to discriminate
May 21st, 2011
The war on obesity has come to this: Some doctors refuse to treat fat people. This latest twist in the war on obesity — which some characterize as a war on fat people — provides a c...
Their view: President not doing enough to cut energy costs
May 21st, 2011
New Mexico Sen. Steve Pearce is not happy with President Obama’s energy policy. He says the president needs to do a better job of protecting America’s energy jobs.
...
Wedding woes call for desperate measures
May 21st, 2011
It was a chance for Kurt to shine. He was father of the bride. Kurt is a seasoned, tough-hided, bow-legged Wyoming cowboy. He was not the kind of person you would ask to help you select the bridesm...
May 22 — Police blotter
May 21st, 2011
Recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Tuesday
• An officer was dispatched to a business in the 1100 block of West First Street about 3 p.m...
May 22 — Public record
May 21st, 2011
Recent cases in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court, according to court records:
May 12
• Joe Sanchez, born in 1977, pleaded no contest to a second offense of aggravated DWI and ch...
Five arrested on drug charges
May 20th, 2011
Agents from the Curry County Sheriff's Office, Clovis Police Department and Portales Police Department officers assigned to the Region V Drug Task Force, have reported five felony arrests from inve...
Grant: Yard project never ending
May 20th, 2011
When I asked The Lady of the House what she wanted for Mother’s Day she said, “A chocolate cake and an afternoon of yard work.”
There’s always plenty of yard work to...
In search of ponies: Pets don't leave nest
May 20th, 2011
Finally it’s here — Graduation!
For the last few months I’ve listened to the buzz from all the kids — as they try to figure out everything from picking a college to a...
Friday morning briefing: Take a walk, Cops & Kids and the last train i...
May 20th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Get in step
Feeling like you need a little exercise?
There is Open Walking from 10 a.m. until noo...
Ballot box initiatives have boomerang effect
May 19th, 2011
Good-government activists have correctly identified “ballot-box budgeting” — when voters approve costly new spending initiatives at the ballot box — as one of the ongoing f...
Taking without consent stealing
May 19th, 2011
Once again I got through another week without feeling the need to attack anyone with physical force. And I survived anyway. Nor did I find it necessary to steal from anyone in order to survive anot...
Their view: Artistic works vary with each person
May 19th, 2011
Russell Anglin, managing editor of the Quay County Sun talks about local artists’ art exhibits:
I greatly enjoyed my trip to Tucumcari Art Space Sunday to see what differ...
Concerns raised over Ute Lake intake structure
May 19th, 2011
Concerns over the size of an intake structure at Ute Lake for an eastern New Mexico pipeline project dominated discussion Thursday at an Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority meeting in Logan....
Legislator named to task force
May 19th, 2011
Rep. Dennis Roch, R-Texico, has been appointed to the New Mexico Effective Teaching Task Force, according to a release from Gov. Susana Martinez.
Roch, the assistant superintendent at Texico...
ENMU's Draper has high hopes for nationals
May 19th, 2011
Eastern New Mexico University’s Daniel Draper reached NCAA Division II national track and field competition last spring in javelin, and finished 11th with a throw of exactly 187 feet.
...
Nation gives us much to be grateful for
May 19th, 2011
Seldom do we hear about good things but on any given day. We have more blessings than problems. Despite all the bad news, many great things can be said about this country. I can name so many that r...
My turn: Inmates inspiring as graduates
May 19th, 2011
I interviewed students from seven graduating classes this week, all of whom were passionate and excited about their big day. But I think the graduating class where I had the most fun with was the R...
Ledbetter is new assessor
May 19th, 2011
The Roosevelt County Commission has appointed Evelyn Ledbetter of Z-7 Farms Inc. as county assessor.
The commission voted unanimously on the matter Thursday during a special session at the R...
Thursday morning briefing: Alumni call, rattlesnakes and Buddy Holly's
May 19th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Calling all alumni
Eastern New Mexico University’s Portales Alumni Chapter is expanding to Clov...
Fishing report - May 17
May 19th, 2011
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and The Fish Phone, has been generated from the best information available from area officers, anglers, guides and local businesses....
Pumpkin pancakes simple, healthy
May 18th, 2011
As a pancake fan, I was quite interested in the pumpkin pancakes Lonnie Berry, of Portales police fame, told me about. They’re simple and healthy.
Lonnie was trying out ways to use pum...
Responsibility compliment to liberty
May 18th, 2011
My mother was a homemaker. She made every old ranch house we lived in a comfortable home, which usually was not easy.
She also was a neatness freak. Dishes were washed immediately after each...
Meetings watch: RGH board of trustees
May 18th, 2011
At the meeting of the Board of Trustees of Roosevelt County Special Hospital District Tuesday at Roosevelt General Hospital:
• Chief Financial Officer Eva Stevens said due to ill...
Wednesday morning briefing: Nice plate, bug study and a popular pope
May 18th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.Plate platitudes
New Mexico's centennial license plate is getting rave reviews for its design.
Meetings watch: City council
May 17th, 2011
At the Portales City Council meeting Tuesday night at City Hall, councilors:
• Approved the preliminary budget for the 2011-2012 fiscal year. The budget involves about $8,121,000...
Their view: Graduate shows hard work pays off
May 17th, 2011
Thomas Garcia, a reporter for Freedom New Mexico, shares his memories of Eastern New Mexico University’s commencement ceremony.
I was particularly honored this
wee...
Committee votes to increase fees
May 17th, 2011
The House Armed Services Committee has endorsed key portions of the Obama administration’s plan to begin to raise out-of-pocket costs modestly for some TRICARE beneficiaries, particularly wor...
Mobile device monitoring needs control
May 17th, 2011
Nearly three decades after the Police first sang of watching “every move you make,” modern technology now gives mobile phone and Internet providers the power to “police” our...
Zias' new coach optimistic
May 17th, 2011
First-year Eastern New Mexico University women’s basketball coach Lindsey Wilson is settling into her new position.
Wilson, who played in the Lone Star Conference at Southeastern Oklah...
Grass fire consumes 5,000 acres
May 17th, 2011
A grass fire east of Melrose Tuesday burned about 5,000 acres before firefighters were able to gain control of it.
Clovis Fire Chief Ray Westerman said after about three hours, fire crews we...
Meetings watch: County commission
May 17th, 2011
At the Roosevelt County Commission meeting Tuesday in the county courthouse, commissioners:
• Approved a 2011-12 preliminary budget.
• Tabled a resolution providing f...
Police blotter — May 18
May 17th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Thursday
• An officer responded to the 800 block of West Fourth Street on a repo...
ENMU briefs — May 18
May 17th, 2011
Employee and student briefs
• Eastern New Mexico University Professor of Special Education Michael F. Shaughnessy and Bill Gaedke have had a chapter accepted for publication in a...
My turn: Grandma title of which to be proud
May 17th, 2011
I’m 43 years young. I’ve got a few white hairs mixing in with my bangs. I’m not afraid to show them, and someday soon, my 6-month old grandson, Giovanni, will babble words and per...
Tuesday morning briefing: Kid stuff, help at hand and a civil rights l...
May 17th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Keeping them busy
Are you looking for something for teenagers to do?
The Portales Public Library...
May 17 — Elida news
May 16th, 2011
Events
Tuesday: High school awards, 7 p.m.; Mobile Science Spectrum for grades K-6, noon.
Thursday: Last day of school, 1 p.m. release. Elementary awards, 9 a.m.
May 17 — Dora news
May 16th, 2011
BPA ntionals results
Congratulations to Colleen Tollett, Business Professionals of America sponsor, and the Dora BPA teams who placed at the recent national competition held in Washin...
My turn: Hurdles just part of life
May 16th, 2011
I ran the hurdles once. I was never on the track team, but I did give the hurdles a try.
When I was in junior high, I was the manager for the track team. My job was making sure that all of t...
Monday morning briefing: Meetings, a graduation and Buddy Holly hits i...
May 16th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.Meetings watch
The following Roosevelt County governing bodies are scheduled to meet this week:
&...
Their view: Words of wisdom offered to graduates
May 14th, 2011
Judy Brandon writes a weekly religion column for the Clovis News Journal. Her latest effect offered advice for high school graduates.
Our world has drastically ch...
Misconduct shouldn’t be funded
May 14th, 2011
So here’s the deal.
Does it bother you when government workers get in trouble and are placed on administrative leave with pay? You read about it all the time. You see them being led aw...
Let’s accept we can’t place trust in Pakistan
May 14th, 2011
As the discussion about Osama bin Laden’s death shifts from the operational details to the long-term repercussions, no issue is more important than how bin Laden’s death will affect Ame...
Firefighters contain grassfire
May 14th, 2011
A grassfire burned about 1,000 acres three miles west of Floyd Saturday at 4:30 p.m. The Floyd, Elida and Melrose fire departments responded with 12 units.
According to Floyd Fire Chief Alle...
Rural small business grants offered
May 14th, 2011
The U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Energy for America Program has several grant and loan guarantee programs for rural small businesses and agricultural producers, according to a news release...
Club notes — May 15
May 14th, 2011
Altrusa International
Altrusa International of Clovis held their monthly evening meeting May 9.
Hos...
Art show unveils students’ talent
May 14th, 2011
“T he signs are in the stars.” So spoke Kary Mathys, newly graduated bachelor of fine art student of Eastern New Mexico University. She went on, describing her art work: “I find...
School menus — May 15
May 14th, 2011
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Pancake sausage on a stick. Lunch — Hot dog in a...
Positive thinking featured on program
May 14th, 2011
Information on positive thinking and flower arranging will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
Judi Moreo is a motivational speake...
Never found a pie I didn’t like
May 14th, 2011
Pie could very well be one of the best things in this life.
Three layers in sweet harmony —crust, filling and topping. My mouth waters just writing about pie.
I don’t know...
Military digest — May 15
May 14th, 2011
Elliott
Candace Elliott, daughter of Robert and Julie Elliott, arrived at Fort Jackson, S.C. on May 9, to begin the first phase of her nine weeks of Army...
Scholarships — May 15
May 14th, 2011
Cotton Simms scholarship
The High Plains Chapter of the Texas Tech Alumni Association announces the following students have been named as 2011 recipients of the Cotton Simms Scholarsh...
On the shevles — May 15
May 14th, 2011
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Inside WikiLeaks: My Time With Julian Assange at the World’s Most Dangerous Website&rd...
Senior happenings — May 15
May 14th, 2011
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: 1-5 p.m., Dance.
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.,...
My turn: Advice for hungry grads
May 14th, 2011
With tassel-time here, I’ve asked cousin Chef Juandel to give graduates a fresh batch of advice about the real world.
Last year another cousin, The Anglo Mariachi Cowboy, warned greenh...
May 15 — Police blotter
May 14th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Wednesday
• An officer was dispatched to the 1200 block of North Abilene to hand...
Real cowboys have horse sense
May 14th, 2011
Branding season. Spring time west of the Mississippi. Long days in the saddle. Sitting on a horse miles from nowhere, it seems, trying to spot cows on the gather, silence except for the thud of you...
Martinez appoints two local men to state agencies
May 14th, 2011
Two eastern New Mexico men, one from Clovis and one from Portales, were among four appointments announced Friday by Gov. Susana Martinez.
Blake Curtis, senior vice president of management an...
ENMU's Squire earns trip to nationals
May 13th, 2011
ABILENE, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University junior Bill Squire qualified for the NCAA Division II track championship in the hammer throw in Thursday’s Last Chance Twilight track meet...
Rep. Lujan plans Clovis visit
May 13th, 2011
Rep. Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M., will visit Clovis Monday, according to a release from his office.
Lujan’s public schedule during his trip to the area will include a 3:45 p.m. visit...
Meetings watch: ENMU board of regents
May 13th, 2011
At the Eastern New Mexico University Board of Regents meeting Friday regents:
• Approved a blended degree and licensure program for elementary education and special education. Vice Pres...
McGee: Casual conversations
May 13th, 2011
When folks come in to the bicycle shop I get to talking to them about other stuff besides bicycles. I might ask if they grew up here on the High Plains. If they didn’t, I might ask where they...
In search of ponies: Shock value
May 13th, 2011
Editor’s note: Sharna Johnson is taking time off. The following is a a column she wrote in November 2007.
Woof, woof, woof, growl, hiss, woof, woof, woof … sounds...
Friday morning briefing: Uh-oh it's the 13th, cut a ribbon and donate...
May 13th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing. It’s also Friday the 13th, for those of you who might be superstitious.It’s official
...
Age just matter of having right attitude
May 12th, 2011
We have a remarkable friend who is 84 years young. His letters overflow with zest and enthusiasm for life. He loves to garden and wins blue ribbons at his County Fair. He says, “With God&rsqu...
Their view: Lyons proposes cost-cutting measures
May 12th, 2011
Patrick H. Lyons is chairman of the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission. He represents District 2, which includes Roosevelt and Curry counties. In a recent news release, he touched on money-sav...
Editorial: Laws should keep up with technology
May 12th, 2011
Nearly three decades after the Police first sang of watching “every move you make,” modern technology now gives mobile phone and Internet providers the power to “police” our...
Revelry at bin Laden death vulgar
May 12th, 2011
I feel somewhat isolated in my disapproval of the recent reaction to the claim of the killing of Osama bin Laden.
I was reminded of the jubilant crowds we were shown in the Middle East after...
Public input sought on resident needs
May 12th, 2011
The Community Services Center of Portales will be holding a public forum Wednesday at 1:15 p.m. at the center’s senior meal site.
The meeting is to gather and document essential inform...
My turn: Children's soccer entertaining chaos
May 12th, 2011
The Relay for Life in Clovis last weekend was an atmosphere filled with excitement. It was fun being able to cover the event, because I always enjoy seeing the enthusiasm of those working for the c...
Sen. Ingle being honored for public service
May 12th, 2011
State Senate Minority Leader Stuart Ingle, R-Portales, is one of 10 New Mexicans being honored for public service at the New Mexico First Forum Spirit of Bipartisanship Awards.
The awards ar...
Thursday morning briefing: Hats off, breakfast and monsters in town
May 12th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Hats off
Eastern New Mexico University in Portales will stream live audio of its spring commencement...
New Mexico fishing report — May 12
May 11th, 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 businesse...
Brief rainfall grazes region
May 11th, 2011
The Portales and Clovis area received spotty rain Tuesday night.
The National Weather Service has reports of two-tenths of an inch of rain 6 miles southeast of Portales and one-tenth of an i...
My turn: Bananas good in variety of food
May 11th, 2011
I love bananas.
They’re cheap, sweet and healthy, and they come in individual packages (a.k.a. peels.) Plus, there are tons of things you can do with them: Eat them plain, put them on...
Newspapers still surviving
May 11th, 2011
Here’s a sample of the television news lately: “Osama bin Laden is dead. For more information stay tuned. We’ll be back after these messages.”
So, if we want to know...
School links
May 11th, 2011
Calendars for schools in Roosevelt, Curry, Quay, De Baca, Bailey and Parmer
counties can be found at the following links:
Wednesday morning briefing: A lost ring, going green and a trail of du...
May 11th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.Lost
A Clovis woman needs your help.
She lost her wedding ring of more than 40 years last week...
Writer wrong, but did job right
May 10th, 2011
I’m normally a pretty calm, rational guy. When it comes to NBA talk, that guy’s usually MIA.
Case in point: I was making the case that Derrick Rose of the Chicago Bulls should be...
Less incentives for troops this year
May 10th, 2011
The fiscal 2012 defense budget taking shape in Congress could have the fewest significant initiatives for military personnel, retirees and their families in a generation.
Blame the balloonin...
Bin Laden’s death calls for reassessment
May 10th, 2011
Osama bin Laden’s death presents a milestone for sober evaluation and planning concerning Afghanistan, where U.S. troops have been in a killing war for almost 10 years. What has occurred? W...
Police blotter — May 11
May 10th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Sunday
• Officers were sent to the 1200 block of North Abilene Street about 2:45...
Tucumcari woman facing burglary charge
May 10th, 2011
A Tucumcari woman has been arrested on charges of auto burglary, after two men said they caught her in the act.
Beth Olguin-Romero, 19, of Tucumcari is charged with burglary, a fourth-degree...
State considering health care options
May 10th, 2011
With the deadline for President Barack Obama’s Affordable Care Act approaching in January of 2013, state organizations and officials are taking a look at health care possibilities for New Mex...
ENMU briefs — May 11
May 10th, 2011
Kids'Zumba class offered
The office of Distance Education and Outreach is offering kids’ Zumba classes this summer.
Kacy Cash will teach the classes.
The 4- to 7-y...
My turn: Men face identity crisis
May 10th, 2011
Sometimes it’s the stupidest things that make me think about the serious things in life.
I recently watched “Tyler Perry’s Madea’s Big Happy Family,” a silly co...
Tuesday morning briefing: Graduation, Curry's first elected woman and...
May 10th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Check it out
Floyd and Elida school districts have calendars of end-of-the-school-year events available...
Hounds fourth in LSC track
May 10th, 2011
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Junior Mohammed Noor took first place in the 5,000-meter run and junior Bill Squire finished second in two events to lead Eastern New Mexico University’s men to a...
Meetings watch: Board of Education
May 9th, 2011
At the Portales Municipal Schools Board of Education meeting Monday night in the district Administration Building, board members:
• saw the presentation of the 2011 Excellence for Stude...
Mr. Miyagi had right advice
May 9th, 2011
I was watching an old “Karate Kid” movie a few nights ago.
I am not sure which number it was, but I was enjoying that dancing machine Daniel as he did the “wax on, wax off&...
May 10 — Elida news
May 9th, 2011
Events
Tuesday: School board meeting, 7 p.m., school library.
Wednesday: State Baseball Tournament begins, games TBD.
Thursday: Elementary Field Day...
May 10 — Dora news
May 9th, 2011
Reunion dinner
Flyers mailed out to Dora graduates regarding the July 2 Dora all-school reunion inadvertently showed $20 as the adult meal price. The correct adult meal price is $10.
Monday morning briefing: Summer guides, summer learning and the myster...
May 9th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.Spread the word
The annual Summer Activities Guide is ready to be delivered to elementary schools and&n...
Honors — May 8
May 8th, 2011
Buxman-Davis
Nicole M. Buxman-Davis has been promoted to the rank of major in the Air National Guard, a reserve component of the U.S. Air Force.
Buxman-Davis is an electrical...
Senior happenings — May 8
May 8th, 2011
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities, quilting and sewing.
Tuesday: 9 a.m., Seniors board of directo...
Southern cuisine featured on show
May 8th, 2011
Information on self improvement, drawing a quilt pattern and preparing recipes for southern cuisine will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thur...
Club notes — May 8
May 8th, 2011
Roosevelt General Hospital Auxiliary
The April 20 Roosevelt General Hospital Auxiliary executive committee meeting was called to order by President Sid Phi...
On the shelves — May 8
May 8th, 2011
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Louder Than Words: Take Your Career from Average to Exceptional with the Hidden Power of Non...
Mother’s Day honors maternity
May 8th, 2011
Long before Hallmark came along and invented such obvious commercial ploys as Sweetest Day or Grandparents Day, there was Mother’s Day.
For those of us with mothers who are geograp...
School menus — May 8
May 8th, 2011
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Pancake sausage on a stick. Lunch — Soft taco and salsa, Spanish rice, lettuce and tomato, chilled fruit.
Tuesday:
Geronimo, bin Laden share similarities
May 8th, 2011
Like every other American, I was stunned last Sunday when I learned that Osama bin Laden was killed by Navy Seals in a military enclave in Pakistan.
I felt relieved that we had finally run...
Hay meant for horses, not serpents
May 7th, 2011
In the southwest, the price of hay can be daunting to horse owners. I keep our ranch horses up in the corral. When hay gets above $10 a bale, I actually weigh each feeding!
Clyde has a littl...
Funding crucial to military operations
May 7th, 2011
John Garcia, a U.S. Army veteran of Vietnam, is a former secretary of the New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services. Here are his views on Congress' potentially cutting military funding:
Federal Reserve needs to undergo audit
May 7th, 2011
Free government is open government. Citizens need to know what’s going on in their government to make informed decisions on Election Day.
But there is one major, nondefense sector of t...
Teaching children love for reading
May 7th, 2011
Parenting is a difficult job. Parents are expected to raise their children, discipline them, clothe and feed them, provide for them and care for them. And parents are expected to teach them rules,...
My turn: Mother's legacy lives on
May 7th, 2011
This is my family’s first Mother Day’s without our mother.
She made it to 92, so we can’t feel cheated.
Steel-mill asbestos ended my father’s life at 71. As hi...
May 8 — Police blotter
May 7th, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Tuesday
• An officer went to the 1600 block of South Avenue B abou...
May 8 — Weekly update
May 7th, 2011
Chad Rupe of Clovis, a motorcycle rider injured in a crash at Second Street and Chicago Avenue on Feb. 26 has been taken to Dallas for further medical treatment, Portales Police Deputy Chief Lonnie...
McGee: Pondering mortality
May 6th, 2011
One of the cool things about the Internet is you can find out whatever happened to old pals. Sometimes you get an answer, sometimes you wish you’d never asked.
So one day I got to wond...
In search of ponies: Joining the rat race
May 6th, 2011
I had a rat roaming around in my house.
Before you get alarmed or too disgusted, he wasn’t the kind found in New York subways or unsavory restaurants, not that that minor detail entire...
Friday morning briefing: Relay kicks off, Cannon chips in and an iconi...
May 6th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Relay for Life
The annual Relay for Life fundraiser kicks off at 6 p.m. today at Ned Houk Park.
P...
Society can’t be victim of crime
May 5th, 2011
Often when the impact of increasing liberty is being discussed, especially with regard to things some people resist on moral grounds (such as ending the criminalization of prostitution, drug prohib...
Their view: America’s future still remains uncertain
May 5th, 2011
Russell Anglin is the senior writer for the Quay County Sun, our sister paper. His most recent column explores the impact of the death of Osama bin Laden.
For once, I am at a l...
More than enough to prove bin Laden dead
May 5th, 2011
President Barack Obama decided Wednesday to keep classified the reportedly gruesome post-mortem photos of Osama bin Laden.
It’s a good call. Yes, the pictures belong to all Americans b...
Portales man accused of beating, strangling girlfriend
May 5th, 2011
A Portales man is accused of beating and strangling his girlfriend and pointing a shotgun at her.
Michael Cardenas, 35, is charged with aggravated assault on a household member, a fourth-deg...
Former Dora coached charged for sexual misconduct
May 5th, 2011
A former Dora Consolidated School coach has been charged with having sexual contact with a student athlete, according to the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office.
Amber Shaw, 28, is charg...
Remember Mary on Mother’s Day
May 5th, 2011
None of us can ever imagine the pain, shame and agony that Jesus endured upon the cross. Jesus demonstrated his great love for all by voluntarily laying down his life.
Being a mother of sons...
Portales man facing burglary charge
May 5th, 2011
A Portales man is accused of burglarizing an acquaintance’s house and attacking the victim on the way out.
Manuel Duran, 49, is charged with aggravated burglary, a third-degree felony,...
My turn: Catchphrases catching on
May 5th, 2011
I realized this week that most people have a catchphrase, something they say regularly which endears them to their friends even more.
My roommate says “Hello, friend,” and my fri...
Thursday morning briefing: Cinco de Mayo, good eats and rodeo
May 5th, 2011
Good morning, happy Cinco de Mayo and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Good eating
Portales Municipal Schools lunch menus for May are available at the d...
Fishing report — May 3
May 4th, 2011
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and The Fish Phone, has been generated from the best information available from area officers, anglers, guides and local bus...
Council approves study for affordable housing plan
May 4th, 2011
Local officials expect an affordable housing plan would not only help with the development of a new 50-unit apartment complex but with attracting more housing later.
At the Portales City Cou...
Animals contain surprises
May 4th, 2011
The high-powered quarter horse mare had been to the breeding barn, and was bred to an outstanding stallion. Everything seemed fine.
Maybe not.
She colicked, and they ended up taking h...
My turn: Canned soup good option on short notice
May 4th, 2011
Eating out of cans and boxes isn’t gourmet dining, but sometimes time demands precedence.
Processed food isn’t high on the nutritionist’s list of best things to eat, but my...
Reader-submitted content: ENMU to host Kids' College
May 4th, 2011
It’s about that time again for another summer of fun at Eastern New Mexico University’s Kids’ College.
We are planning a variety of activities for children ages 6-12, who w...
Reader-submitted content: Fight against cancer became personal
May 4th, 2011
Editor’s note: Each day this week we will be presenting stories by someone affected by cancer and plans to participate in the annual Relay for Life event 6 p.m. Friday at New Houk Pa...
Wednesday morning briefing: Good reads, a prayer day and a pink Cadill...
May 4th, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.A good read
The state Rural Bookmobile is scheduled to stop in Roosevelt County on Thursday. The sche...
Meetings watch: Portales city council
May 4th, 2011
At the Portales City Council meeting Tuesday councilors:
• Approved contributing $5,000 to an affordable housing study for Portales.
At the last meeting, the council was told the...
LSC weekly softball update — May 4
May 4th, 2011
(Regular-season final)
South Division
Div. All
W-L W-L
Angelo State 15-6 40-10
Incarnate Word 15-6 31-21
West Texas A&M 14-...
Their view: Congressman witness to White House celebration
May 3rd, 2011
Rep. Steve Pearce, R-N.M., joined the celebration at the White House on Sunday night, and composed the following reflection:
Just arriving in D.C. from New Mexico at about 10:30 p.m., I almo...
TRICARE young adult fees costly
May 3rd, 2011
Adult children of military members and retirees now can buy TRICARE health insurance coverage out to age 26, and that coverage can be purchased back to Jan. 1 this year.
The cost is steep,...
New questions arise in world without Osama
May 3rd, 2011
It is, of course, a U.S. victory that Navy SEALs, acting on CIA intelligence in a Muslim nation, killed al-Qaida founder Osama bin Laden. The lethal firefight inside a fortified compound in Abb...
Sand volleyball tournament set in Clovis
May 3rd, 2011
Registration is open for a four-on-four sand volleyball tournament July 8-10 at Hillcrest Park in Clovis.
The tournament has open, women’s and co-ed divisions. Registration is $75 due...
My turn: Telenovelas addicting
May 3rd, 2011
They were making a big fuss on Spanish TV over hot telenovela star William Levy.
I tell my niece, Marili, “Is that his real name?” Marili replies, “Yes, he’s Cuban.&r...
Reader-submitted content: RGH offer students experience
May 3rd, 2011
Students from throughout New Mexico and West Texas have been gleaning clinical hours and vital direct patient care experience in several Roosevelt General Hospital departments and at the RGH Physic...
ENMU briefs — May 4
May 3rd, 2011
More ENMU students recieving Lottery scholarships
In the 2010 spring semester, Eastern New Mexico University had more students receiving Lottery Scholarships than New Mexico Highlands...
Reader-submitted content: Community support for Relay for Life importa...
May 3rd, 2011
Editor’s note: Each day this week we will be presenting stories by someone affected by cancer and plans to participate in the annual Relay for Life event 6 p.m. Friday at New Houk Park in Clo...
Clovis pharmacist named distinguished alumna by UNM
May 3rd, 2011
A Clovis pharmacist has been recognized by the University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy as a distinguished alumna.
Debra Herman, director of pharmacy at La Casa Family Health Center, wil...
Meetings watch: Roosevelt County Commission
May 3rd, 2011
At a Roosevelt County Commission meeting Tuesday in the county courthouse, commissioners:
• Heard concerns from residents of the county about thefts within the county.
Res...
School menus — May 1
May 3rd, 2011
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Pancake sausage on a stick. Lunch — Chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn, pineappl...
Anniversaries — May 1
May 3rd, 2011
Elliot
Robert and Julie Elliot of Clovis celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary April 25.
The couple was married April 25, 1986, in Riverside, Calif.
They have two ch...
Police blotter — May 4
May 3rd, 2011
Samplings of recent calls to Portales law enforcement, according to police records:
Friday
• An officer was sent to Portales Recreation Center about 4:35 p.m. in re...
Press release: Longtime Greyhound skipper to step down after 20 years...
May 3rd, 2011
PORTALES, N.M.— For the last 20 years and 455 wins, Phil Clabaugh has been the only man to step on the field as the head coach of the Eastern New Mexico University baseball program. Two sea...
Tuesday morning briefing: Election day and Reagan comes to Clovis
May 3rd, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Special election
Don’t forget the special election today in Clovis concerning a gross receipts ta...
ENMU squads place third, fifth at Tarleton rodeo
May 3rd, 2011
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s women finished third while the men were fifth over the weekend in the Tarleton State rodeo, the final outing of the year for the Zi...
Meetings watch: Board of Education
May 2nd, 2011
During a Portales Municipal Schools Board of Education special meeting Monday night in the district Administration Building, board members:
• Approved a public hearing for the tentative...
My turn: Ready to run
May 2nd, 2011
I want to put on my my my my running shoes!
I read all the ads, I looked in all the stores, and I found the perfect ones. I found my running shoes. I remember when I was a little kid, I had...
Cannon increases security
May 2nd, 2011
ALBUQUERQUE (AP) — New Mexico is on heightened alert after the death of Osama bin Laden, but no specific threats have been made to the state, New Mexico’s homeland security secret...
Osama bin Laden: Born into privilege, died the face of evil
May 2nd, 2011
The tall, lean, rich man’s son could have spent his life lounging about Saudi Arabia in luxury. Instead, Osama bin Laden chose to kill.
As a young man, he shot at Soviet invaders in Af...
Inside the raid that killed bin Laden
May 2nd, 2011
WASHINGTON — Helicopters descended out of darkness on the most important counterterrorism mission in U.S. history. It was an operation so secret, only a select few U.S. officials knew what wa...
bin Laden reaction: Clovis woman hopes for peaceful world
May 2nd, 2011
Rabiah Memon spent Sunday night and Monday morning happy but concerned at the same time.
While glad to hear news that Osama bin Laden had been killed, Memon said violence broke out in Karach...
Elected officials react to bin Laden death:
May 2nd, 2011
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, D-N.M.: “Osama bin Laden epitomized the terror that gripped our nation on Sept. 11, 2001. Today, citizens across the globe share in a sense of relief andjustice wit...
Osama bin Laden dead; Obama: "Justice has been done."
May 2nd, 2011
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Osama bin Laden, the face of global terrorism...
Monday morning briefing: Music choices, cheap eats and Nessie spotted
May 2nd, 2011
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.Music, music, music
The Eastern New Mexico Children's Choir Spring Concert is set for 7 p.m. Tuesday in...
Scholarships — May 1
May 1st, 2011
Texas Alumni Association
The High Plains Chapter of the Texas Alumni Association has awarded the following...
On the shelves — May 1
May 1st, 2011
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“America’s Best Practical Problem Solvers” by Jerry Baker offers a wide vari...
Senior happenings — May 1
May 1st, 2011
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities, quilting and sewing....
Club notes — May 1
May 1st, 2011
Chaparral Extension Club
The Chaparral Extension Club met March 24 and April 7 at Trinity Lutheran Church with six members attending each meeting.
Following a brief business me...
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