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Tax-free days start today
July 31st, 2008
High gas prices have local businesses expecting a busy tax-free weekend in Clovis and Portales.
New Mexico’s fourth annual three-day gross receipts tax holiday begins today. Many...
Clovis animal shelter turning away animals
July 31st, 2008
The Clovis Animal Shelter is turning animals away this week while it awaits a resupply of carbon monoxide for its gas chamber, according to police Capt. Ron Hutchison.
Hutchison said i...
Events Calendar Aug. 1, 2008
July 31st, 2008
TodayOld Lincoln Days — 8:30 p.m., downtown Lincoln. Information: 354-3067.First Friday — 5-8 p.m., The Landing at Cannon Air Force Base. Information: 784-2853....
Minimum wage an unfair intrusion of government
July 31st, 2008
Last month, many people with apparently little or no knowledge of economics heralded the arrival of a higher federal minimum wage.
Although it’s true the mandated wage had held s...
Tobacco and bulls can both kill you
July 31st, 2008
There they stood out on the loading dock at the back of the administration building. Huddled behind a Dumpster to protect themselves from the biting wind, they shivered, occasionally glancing over...
History shouldn’t trump private property rights
July 31st, 2008
Never have I resided in or visited a locale in America where there hasn’t been an active historical preservation society.
These are organizations that impose all sorts of restric...
July 31, 1952
July 31st, 2008
• Hiawatha bikes are on sale today at Gambles starting at $23.95.
• A new grocery store called Grady’s Food Market opened. Ads say it was selling quality beef, hams, ba...
New movie features ficticious Texico
July 30th, 2008
The movie “Swing Vote,” a movie about a loveable loser named Bud Johnson in a fictitious Texico, New Mexico, who ends up being the deciding voter in the presidential election, is schedu...
Sports Briefs July 31, 2008
July 30th, 2008
ENMU football to host clinics
Eastern New Mexico University’s football coaches will host a coaching clinic and a women’s “football tutorial” at 6...
Clovis’ Hull Street bridge ordered closed indefinitely
July 30th, 2008
City officials said Wednesday the Hull Street overpass will be closed indefinitely until it’s rebuilt, replaced or removed.
A state engineer “strongly recommended” cl...
Local Briefs July 31, 2008
July 30th, 2008
Municipal court closed for trainingThe Portales Municipal Court will be closed today through Aug. 8 to allow staff to attend training, according to a press release from the court.
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Events Calendar July 31, 2008
July 30th, 2008
TodayPortales Farmers Market — 5 p.m., First and Avenue B
FridayOld Lincoln Days — 8:30 p.m., downtown Lincoln. Information: 354-3067.First...
Home invasion investigation continues
July 30th, 2008
Five Clovis males have been arrested in connection with the most recent in a string of home invasions spanning the last two weeks.
Police said they believe there are more suspects at lar...
Salmonella investigation expanded
July 29th, 2008
The New Mexico Department of Health says an investigation into salmonella cases in Roosevelt County has expanded.
NMDOH officials said Tuesday they have confirmed 12 cases in Roosevelt...
Portales man assaulted, hospitalized
July 29th, 2008
A 48-year-old Portales assault victim was listed in stable condition Tuesday afternoon at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock, according to hospital spokesperson.
Officers found Michael...
Floyd News July 30, 2008
July 29th, 2008
Transitions
Birthdays and anniversariesSaturday — Tina LeeSunday — Mary Lou KroppMonday — Crystal SmithTuesday — Mi...
Local Briefs July 30, 2008
July 29th, 2008
Bank receives MainStreet award
First Community Bank of Portales received a community award from the New Mexico MainStreet program at its annual awards program Saturday in...
Events Calendar July 30, 2008
July 29th, 2008
FridayOld Lincoln Days — 8:30 p.m., downtown Lincoln. Information: 354-3067.
SaturdayOld Lincoln Days — 8:30 p.m., downtown Lincoln. Information:...
Easing government regulation is best medicine for trade
July 29th, 2008
With national election campaigns shifting into high gear, one subject voters aren’t hearing much about is trade.
With the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and the domestic economy on...
Politics, football and monopoly mulled
July 29th, 2008
Just a few ramblings while I wonder if I should see “The Dark Knight” for a fourth time or “Hellboy 2” for the first:
l I sent a postcard to a friend the other...
Rules relaxed for combat-related disability
July 29th, 2008
New groups of disabled retirees will be able this year to draw Combat-Related Special Compensation (CRSC) or higher amounts of Concurrent Retired Disability Payments (CRDP) under legislation passed...
Strong quake shakes Southern California
July 29th, 2008
LOS ANGELES — A strong earthquake shook Southern California on Tuesday, causing buildings to sway and triggering some precautionary evacuations. No immediate damage was reported.
The j...
A Portales man is the victim of an assault
July 29th, 2008
A Portales man was transported to a Lubbock hospital for injuries received in an assault Monday night.
Portales Police officers responded to an assault call at 11:30 p.m. in the...
Police probe pair of armed home hold-ups
July 29th, 2008
Portales police believe armed home invasions within a block of each other Friday and Sunday are related, according to Portales Police Capt. Lonnie Berry.
Berry said the method of entry...
Area weathering nursing shortage with local recruits
July 29th, 2008
Eastern New Mexico health care officials said the region is not as impacted by a state-wide nursing shortage because of the availability of new nurses from local colleges.
A Universit...
Ruidoso suffering worst flooding in decades
July 29th, 2008
Clovis native Bruce DeFoor, who retired and moved to Moon Mountain in Ruidoso two years ago, said flooding in Ruidoso was a shocking surprise after steady but gentle weekend rains.
&ld...
New ad director refocuses efforts
July 29th, 2008
Ian Cooke, new advertising director for Freedom New Mexico, wants to provide local businesses consistent advertising packages to help them achieve their marketing goals.
Freedom New Me...
July 29, 1975
July 29th, 2008
A 22-pound stone found southeast of Elida in 1972 by Ivan Wilson of Portales was a scientific discussion in Tours, France today. The stone is known as the Kenna Meteorite....
Chavez named Coach of the Year
July 28th, 2008
Portales High School teacher and coach Ruth Chavez has some new hardware to go along with the four state volleyball championships she helped her Lady Rams win.
Earlier this month, Chav...
Hound soccer names new head coach
July 28th, 2008
Harold Munoz has a pretty good idea of what to expect with the Eastern New Mexico University soccer program.
Munoz, a graduate assistant during the first two years of the program&rsquo...
Police investigating string of home invasion robberies
July 28th, 2008
Portales police believe armed home invasions within a block of each other Friday and Sunday are related, according to Portales Police Capt. Lonnie Berry.
Berry said the method of entry...
Two missing in Ruidoso flood
July 27th, 2008
RUIDOSO -- About 300 people were evacuated from homes, campgrounds and a recreational vehicle park Sunday after flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Dolly. Two people we...
July 27, 1952
July 27th, 2008
• Abbott and Costello starred in the movie “Jack and the Beanstalk.” It showed at the Tower Theater in Super CineColor.
• Fresh bread was two loaves for 25 cents...
Racino could benefit region
July 26th, 2008
Area residents said while having a racetrack and casino in Tucumcari would draw more people and money to this part of the state, some say the risks could outweigh the benefits.
During...
Smart driving, vehicle maintenance can save gas
July 26th, 2008
With gas at an average of $3.99 a gallon consumers are looking for ways to improve and increase their gas mileage.
Automobile manufacturers are developing newer vehicles that are fuel...
Next weekend will be tax free
July 26th, 2008
New Mexico students are getting ready to go back to school. But first they’re getting ready to go shopping for back-to-school supplies.
And this weekend, those back-to-school pur...
Events Calendar July 27, 2008
July 26th, 2008
TuesdayWorkforce meeting — 4 p.m. Roosevelt County Enterprise Center, 100 S. Ave. A. Information: 356-8541.
FridayOld Lincoln Days — 8:30 p.m., do...
Police Blotter July 27, 2008
July 26th, 2008
The following is a sampling of calls received over the past week by Portales Police dispatchers. According to the reports:July 18• At 9:06 a.m., a caller reported a re...
Scanlan rebuilding ENMU roster
July 26th, 2008
Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball coach Shawn Scanlan has pretty much gone back to the drawing board for the 2008-09 season.
Coming off a 6-21 season, including 0-12...
Magistrate Court Dispositions July 27, 2008
July 26th, 2008
The following dispositions have been filed in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court. According to the reports:• Francisco Hernandez, 43, pleaded guilty to the charges of aggravated dri...
Win or lose, team should still be proud
July 26th, 2008
You don’t come away a winner every time in life or baseball.
It’s tough enough for young people to learn that lesson on their home diamond in front of bleachers filled with famil...
Flirting not always so innocent
July 26th, 2008
You would think flirting would be something I gave more thought to in my single days, than my married ones. Not so.
While I’ve never been one to bat my eyelashes to get my way, I am no...
July 27, 2008 Letters to the Editor
July 26th, 2008
Appreciates Newman Project
My family and I wish to express our deepest gratitude to the Newman Project, Steve North and Matt Chandler of the district attorney’s office, Roosevel...
Public no longer opposed to lifting offshore drilling ban
July 26th, 2008
President Bush has lifted the executive ban on oil drilling on the outer continental shelf. The public increasingly sees the reasonableness of such a policy change. But no new drilling will o...
July 27, 2008 Menus
July 26th, 2008
Community Service Center
Monday: Spaghetti with meat sauce, green salad, corn, garlic bread and pears.
Tuesday: Chicken and noodles, peas, carrots, corn bread, f...
July 27, 2008 Honors
July 26th, 2008
Gilmore
Wesley Gilmore, a recent graduate of Elida High School was among 45 New Mexico high school seniors selected as Robert C. Byrd Scholars for the 2008-2009 academic year, accordi...
July 27, 2008 Births
July 26th, 2008
Arredondo
Benjamin Jacob Arredondo was born July 6, 2008, at Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis to Amanda Arredondo of Portales and Ben Arredondo of Jal.
He weighed 6 pou...
July 27, 2008 Library Books
July 26th, 2008
The following books are available at the Portales Public Library:
Death Angel By Linda Howard
Drea Rousseau is accustomed to using deception and manipulation in order to get wh...
July 27, 2008 Community Calendar
July 26th, 2008
The Portales News-Tribune offers this space for community events. To submit or change an announcement, contact the Editorial Department at 356-4481 several days in advance. For Sunday’s paper...
July 27, 2008 Reunions
July 26th, 2008
The Greathouse clans held their 52nd get-together at the Memorial Building in Portales July 13. There were three clans representing with 37 people attending.
During visitation, scrapbooks we...
Cupcakes featured on show
July 26th, 2008
Information on making animal shaped cupcakes and remedies for dust allergies in the house will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at noon on Tuesday and at 2 p.m. on Saturday.
Roosevelt bows to Eastdale in second title contest
July 26th, 2008
DEMING — Albuquerque Eastdale captured the state 10-11 Little League championship Friday night, edging Roosevelt County 1-0.
Roosevelt County forced a second championship game in the
d...
Roosevelt County edged in 10-11 finals
July 25th, 2008
DEMING — Albuquerque Eastdale captured the state 10-11 Little League championship Friday night, edging Roosevelt County 1-0.
Roosevelt County forced a second championship game in the d...
Finance manager says Curry County fiscally sound
July 25th, 2008
Citing good fiscal health, Curry County Finance Manager Mark Lansford told county commissioners Friday the county has built a surplus of $3.3 million in its general fund.
An additional...
Clovis city commissioners approve raises
July 25th, 2008
Clovis city commissioners voted unanimously Friday morning to approve a pay raise for employees during a speci...
Police investigating robbery incidents
July 25th, 2008
A motel was robbed and a home invaded early Friday morning in unrelated incidents, according to Clovis Police.
Around 2 a.m. a clerk at a motel in the 1500 block of Mabry Drive reported a ma...
Board approves funding for ENMU weight training facility
July 25th, 2008
The Eastern New Mexico University Board of Regents approved the use
of $395,000 toward the design and construction of a weight training
facility at the Portales campus.
ENMU fields 14 men&rs...
All-Stars within one game of championship
July 25th, 2008
DEMING — The Roosevelt County All-Stars forced a second championship game in the 10-11 state Little League all-star tournament Thursday night, rallying for five runs in the top of the sixth t...
Meeting will iron out plans for square
July 25th, 2008
A technical meeting will be held on Monday addressing concerns raised by county and city officials about the design of the Downtown Master Plan.The purpose of the master plan design is to pro...
Signs are there, withdrawl in Iraq should begin soon
July 25th, 2008
It couldn’t come soon enough. President Bush agreed with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki on Friday to a “general time horizon” to have Iraqis take control of their own securi...
Sorry ropers eventually fade away
July 25th, 2008
If yer a sorry roper, friend, let me commiserateAnd pass along some wisdom that may help to set you straight.The reason that yer just no good and why you’ve never wonI...
Ethanol suspect in economic crunch
July 25th, 2008
As Americans continue to look for alternative fuels to power our homes, schools, businesses, and automobiles, we must rethink one such “alternative” that is taking a big bite out of maj...
Finding peace in a troubled world
July 25th, 2008
We have been hit with home mortgage failures, bank problems, high gasoline prices, a big increase for food and did I mention corporate trouble? Bad news seems to dominate the media and one might ge...
ENMU hires women’s soccer coach
July 25th, 2008
Eastern New Mexico University has filled one of its two soccer coaching vacancies.
Ray Nause, 43, was named women’s coach on Thursday to replace Travis McCorkle, who started the...
Bergman brothers make juniors
July 25th, 2008
Portales brothers will be competing in the PGA Sun Country Junior Tour Championship at Albuquerque.
Rick Bergman, 17, and Ty Bergman, 11, will compete on Tuesday and Wednesday at the D...
Hounds sign forward
July 25th, 2008
Donovan Schultz, a 6-foot-6 forward out of Denver who last played at Otero (Colo.) Junior College in 2005-06, has signed a national letter of intent to play basketball at Eastern New Mexico Univers...
Racetrack promoters sponsor tailgate vigil
July 25th, 2008
TUCUMCARI — Dressed in race-horse attire, an 8-year-old burro named Jack Rabbit gave rides to children Thursday in the Tucumcari Convention Center parking lot.
Many adults in the...
July 25, 1975
July 25th, 2008
Bruce Lee starred in “Return of the Dragon” playing at the Varsity Drive-In Theater....
July 24, 1952
July 24th, 2008
The Portales City Council was asked to give Portales citizens another chance to pave their streets on a volunteer basis. The rates for a 32-foot street were $4.95 and up to an 80-foot street was $9...
All-Stars advance to championship
July 23rd, 2008
The Roosevelt County All-Stars advanced to the state 10-11 Little League all-star championship in Deming with a win Wednesday.
With a 6-0 win against Carlsbad Wednesday night the All-S...
Clovis, CAFB join forces on clean energy plan
July 23rd, 2008
SANTA FE — The state, the U.S. Air Force and three New Mexico cities agreed Wednesday to pursue solar, wind and “cow power” projects with the aim of increasing the use of clean en...
SUV, pickup sales feel affects of gas crunch
July 23rd, 2008
The rise in the price of oil and gas has had mixed effects on the sales of full-size pickups and sport utility vehicles, according to Clovis and Portales dealerships.
“With the r...
Events Calendar July 24, 2008
July 23rd, 2008
ThursdaySummer VBS — 8 a.m. to noon, St. Helen Catholic Church in Portales.
FridaySummer VBS — 8 a.m. to noon, St. Helen Catholic Church in Portal...
July 23, 1975
July 23rd, 2008
• Self-sticking reflectors were on sale for 79 cents at Surplus City.
• Low noise cassette tapes with six-hour record time are three for $1.66 at Thrifty Drug and Discount St...
‘Superbug’ infections tracking higher at RGH
July 22nd, 2008
Roosevelt General Hospital staff members are increasingly concerned about the rise of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or MRSA infections, at the hospital.
Director of Pati...
Tucumcari civic leaders ready to make their pitch for racino
July 22nd, 2008
The New Mexico Racing Commission visits Tucumcari on Thursday to hear a proposal for building a racetrack and casino.
Albuquerque car dealer Don Chalmers heads a group of investors who...
Xcel: Controlled outages possible
July 22nd, 2008
Xcel Energy officials said Tuesday controlled power outages in the Texas-New Mexico region are a possibility if generators at two area coal burning plants remain off-line.
In the meant...
Floyd News July 23, 2008
July 22nd, 2008
TransitionsBirthdays and AnniversariesSaturday — Jared LeeMonday — Betty Gossett, Chance SmithTuesday — Tammy Chandler Upcoming...
Fire department collecting toys
July 22nd, 2008
The Portales Fire Department and Movie Gallery are teaming up on Saturday for “Christmas in July.”
People are asked to bring gently used or new toys to the Movie Gallery at...
Events Calendar July 23, 2008
July 22nd, 2008
TodaySummer VBS — 8 a.m. to noon, St. Helen Catholic Church in Portales.Children, Youth and Families Department’s ice cream social promoting foster and adoptive paren...
All-Stars continue to roll at state tourney
July 22nd, 2008
The Roosevelt County All-Stars will take to the field once again against Carlsbad for a chance to advance in the state 10-11 Little League Championships.
The All-Stars defeated Deming...
Xcel Energy asks customers to continue power conservation
July 22nd, 2008
Persisting maintenance issues with two generators in coal-fire power plants in Muleshoe and Amarillo has affected electricity production, according to an Xcel Energy press release.
Xcel Ener...
Xcel Energy upgrades Energy Alert; asks for further reductions in dem...
July 22nd, 2008
AMARILLO – Xcel Energy is upgrading an Energy Alert issued on Monday, asking customers to take further steps to reduce electricity demand in light of unplanned maintenance issues at two...
July 22, 1952
July 22nd, 2008
• Flying objects were reported being seen by two eye witnesses while watching a movie at the Varsity Drive-In Theater. The objects were above the screen in the sky.
• “...
Xcel Energy asks customers to limit electricity use today
July 21st, 2008
Xcel Energy officials are asking customers to limit power use today as expected electricity demands could outweigh production.
Xcel Energy spokesman Wes Reeves said the company shut do...
Events Calendar July 22, 2008
July 21st, 2008
TodayRoosevelt General Hospital board meeting — 11:30 a.m., RGH conference room.Summer VBS — 8 a.m. to noon, St. Helen Catholic Church in Portales.
We...
All-Stars advance with Monday win
July 21st, 2008
DEMING — Roosevelt County got back on the winning track Monday with an 8-4 win over Raton at the 10-11 year-old Little League All-State state tournament.
Roosevelt found itself i...
Roosevelt County eliminates Raton at state tourney
July 21st, 2008
DEMING — Roosevelt County’s All-Stars got back on the winning track Monday with an 8-4 win over Raton at the 10-11 Little League state championships.
Roosevelt found themse...
Xcel Energy asks customers to curb electricity use Monday afternoon
July 21st, 2008
AMARILLO – Xcel Energy is asking electric customers in its Texas and New Mexico service territory to conserve energy because of expected high electric demand and limits in generation and tran...
All-Stars fall to Carlsbad Sunday
July 21st, 2008
DEMING — Roosevelt County’s All-Stars dropped to the B-Bracket Sunday with a stinging 6-3 loss to Carlsbad in the 10-11 Little League state tournament.
“It was a toug...
July 20, 2008 Dora News
July 19th, 2008
Physicals being offered
Athletic Director Ty Thatcher and coach Pablo Pena have arranged for sports physicals to be available to Dora student athletes entering grades six through 12....
July 20, 2008 Club Notes
July 19th, 2008
Altrusa
Altrusa International of Portales met on Monday in the Sandia Room at the Eastern New Mexico University Campus Union Building with 18 members and 4 guests present. Vaunceil Tu...
July 20, 2008 Library Books
July 19th, 2008
The following books are available at the Portales Public Library:
There Was a Woman : La Llorona from Folklore to Popular Culture by Domino Renee Perez. “How is it that t...
July 20, 2008 Honors
July 19th, 2008
Robert and Mitzi Miller, of Floyd, own one bull listed in the 2008 Fall Sire Evaluation Report published by the American Angus Association in Saint Joseph, Mo.
Greg Smith, of Elida, owns fou...
July 20, 2008 Engagements
July 19th, 2008
Ruiz/Good
Sally Ruiz, of Portales, announces her engagement and approaching marriage to Rick Good of Portales.
The couple will exchange vows at 2 p.m. on July 26, 2008, at the...
July 20, 2008 Community Calendar
July 19th, 2008
The Portales News-Tribune offers this space for community events. To submit or change an announcement, contact the Editorial Department at 356-4481 several days in advance. For Sunday’s paper...
July 20, 2008 Anniversaries
July 19th, 2008
Dunsworth
Kenneth and Geraldine Dunsworth, of Portales, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary from 1-4 p.m. on Aug. 2 at University Baptist Church, in Portales.
The cel...
George Causey: High plains pioneer
July 19th, 2008
No story of the High Plains would be complete without mentioning T.L. “George” Causey, for whom Causey was named.
Causey was a rancher, freighter, and most famously, a buffalo hu...
Making unsual cupcakes on show
July 19th, 2008
Information on preserving plant materials and making buttonholes will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at noon on Tuesday and at 2 p.m. on Saturday.
Janice Urie, Front...
Roosevelt All-Stars defeat Raton
July 19th, 2008
DEMING — According to Roosevelt County All-Stars coach Sammy Villanueva, one phone call launched his team toward an 18-2 first-round win over Raton on Saturday in the state 10-11 Little Leagu...
July 20, 2008 Court Dispositions
July 19th, 2008
The following dispositions have been filed in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court:
• Matilda Ruiz, 32, was found guilty of the charge of public affray. She was sentenced to 182 days...
July 20, 2008 Police Blotter
July 19th, 2008
The following is a sampling of calls received over the past week by Portales Police dispatchers.
July 11
• At 2:02 a.m., a caller reported a reckless driver on West 17...
July 20, 2008 Letters to the Editor
July 19th, 2008
Landmark needs preserving
I am writing this letter on behalf of history, referencing the caretaker’s cottage located out by the Eastern New Mexico University football stad...
Old dogs, outdoorsmen never quit
July 19th, 2008
I tried to get out the door without him, but he’d seen me reach for my hat and he wasn’t having any of it. My old dog was demanding to go on the walk with me.
We hadn’t wal...
Tucumcari ‘racino’ would attract new money to state
July 19th, 2008
The New Mexico Racing Commission visits Tucumcari on Thursday where it will hear investors’ proposal for building a racetrack and casino at the edge of town.
We encourage area resident...
Lt. Gov. Denish plans Portales visit
July 19th, 2008
Lt. Gov. Diane Denish will be in Portales at 1 p.m. Wednesday in front of the Memorial Building. The purpose of the visit is to speak with constituents, according to a press release from the city o...
Kiwanis to hold swim meet
July 19th, 2008
The Portales Kiwanis Club will hold its annual children’s swim meet at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Portales Municipal Pool, according to a news release.
The event is open to ages 8-17. Pre...
Boeing drops UAV classes in Clovis
July 19th, 2008
A major aircraft manufacturer ended a contract this week with Clovis Community College to conduct 10-week unmanned aerial vehicle training programs on campus.
According to CCC officials, the...
KENW program invites questions regarding TV switch
July 19th, 2008
KENW-TV Channel 3 will host a call-in program Monday on the topic of the switch-over from analog to digital television.
From 8-9 p.m., the station will broadcast some of the calls on Channel...
Meetings will discuss renewable energy
July 19th, 2008
New Mexico energy, rural and economic development organizations are
inviting residents to a series of town hall meetings to discuss
renewable energy development in rural communities, according to a...
Homicide suspect to undergo mental evaluation
July 18th, 2008
The case against a Portales man charged with an open count of murder in the death of a 69-year-old man is on hold pending psychological evaluations.
District Judge Drew Tatum ordered Thursda...
Tucumcari man receives sentencing for shooting death
July 18th, 2008
A Tucumcari man on Friday was sentenced to 12 years in prison for the April 24, 2007, shooting death of Tiffany Throckmorton.
Phillip J. Latham Jr., 26, pleaded no contest to second-degree m...
Roosevelt All-stars headed to Deming
July 18th, 2008
For some of the players it will be the third year in a row to participate at a state Little League all-star tournament. For Coach Sammy Villanueva, it’s his fifth consecutive year.
PHS athletes to compete as all-stars
July 18th, 2008
Portales High’s football players could be at a major disadvantage when it comes to one area of the Class 3A North/South All-Star game: Not enough decals with which to barter.
When...
Senate committee OKs Cannon funding
July 18th, 2008
The Senate Appropriations Committee approved a bill that includes authorizing about $26.4 million for construction projects at Cannon Air Force Base, according to a press release from Sen. Pete...
July 18, 1975
July 18th, 2008
Kentucky Fried Chicken, 600 E. Second, advertised free Pepsi with any bucket or barrel of chicken. ...
Ag appropriations pass committee
July 18th, 2008
WASHINGTON — A bill that would help fund a new dairy consortium and other agriculture initiatives affecting New Mexico was approved by the Senate Appropriations Committee Thursday, accord...
July 18, 2008 events calendar
July 17th, 2008
Today
High Plains Junior Rodeo finals — 6 p.m., Curry County Fairgrounds. Information: 763-3435 or 356-8541.
Commodities Distribution — 9 a.m. to...
Local round up
July 17th, 2008
St. Helen sponsoring VBS
St. Helen Catholic Church in Portales will hold its Summer Vacation Bible School from 8 a.m to noon Monday through Friday.
The program is for child...
Floyd man arrested for child solicitation
July 17th, 2008
A 27-year-old Floyd man who arranged to have sex with an underage girl for sex was arrested in Thursday in Clovis by Curry County Sheriff’s Office deputies, according to a press release.
Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac solid for now
July 17th, 2008
So what happened Sunday night, when Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson and Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke announced that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would get government backing t...
FDA says tomatoes OK to eat again
July 17th, 2008
The U.S. government lifted its salmonella warning on tomatoes Thursday but an investigation into a separate outbreak in Portales is continuing.
Hot peppers still get a caution: The peopl...
West Nile concerns rise with rainfall
July 17th, 2008
Mosquitoes pack a much greater threat than a ruined backyard barbecue. They are host to the mosquito-borne disease West Nile Virus.
The recent rain in Curry and Roosevelt c...
July 17, 1952
July 17th, 2008
• Sunglasses with case were advertised at B&J drug for 29 cents.
• Summer dresses were on sale at Drakes for $8.87.
• Tom Johnson of Portales won a 1929...
Hounds sign forward
July 16th, 2008
Darsenio Carter, a 6-foot-6 junior forward out of Yuba (Calif.) College, has signed a national letter of intent to play basketball next season at Eastern New Mexico University.
Carter...
Airman pleads guilty to child solicitation
July 16th, 2008
A 19-year-old former Cannon Air Force Base airman was sentenced to a year in prison Tuesday after pleading guilty to child solicitation by electronic device, according to court records.
One arrested, one sought in meth lab bust
July 16th, 2008
One Clovis man is under arrest and a warrant has been issued for another in connection with a methamphetamine lab discovered at a city hotel by police earlier this week.
Christopher &l...
Events Calendar July 17, 2008
July 16th, 2008
TodayHigh Plains Junior Rodeo finals — 6 p.m., Curry County Fairgrounds. Information: 763-3435 or 356-8541.Commodities Distribution — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Memorial Build...
July 16 1975
July 16th, 2008
• The Portales City Council unanimously voted to rezone the north half of block 24 of the Leach addition for commercial use.
• Grasshopper fabric shoes were sold for $6 at Ha...
Council approves zoning for Downtown Master Plan
July 15th, 2008
The Portales City Council moved one step closer to revamping downtown as they adopted an ordnance approving the zoning district for the Downtown Master Plan.
The Master Plan, approved...
Curry County escapee nabbed
July 15th, 2008
A Curry County inmate who broke the cardinal rule of crossing the street — look both ways before crossing — is back in jail Tuesday after a short-lived escape.
Angelica Mad...
Floyd News July 16, 2008
July 15th, 2008
TransitionsBirthdays and AnniversariesMonday — Chad and Crystal SmithUpcoming Events• Seniors will meet Thursday at the Floyd Senior Citizens...
Events Calendar July 16, 2008
July 15th, 2008
WednesdayHigh Plains Junior Rodeo finals — 6 p.m., Curry County Fairgrounds. Information: 763-3435 or 356-8541.Galilee By-the-Sea Marketplace VBS — 6-8:30 p.m., First...
Retro oil crisis brings up same worn out ideas
July 15th, 2008
Is the United States reliving the Nixon and Carter eras? Interest rates certainly are well below the 19 percent high they reached in the late 1970s, but the housing industry is slumping, gas prices...
It’s all hypothetical; make a choice
July 15th, 2008
In his pop-culture book, “Sex, Drugs and Cocoa Puffs,” Chuck Klosterman has a series of hypothetical questions that makes you consider your world (i.e. If cats could read, would they fi...
Proving VA claims creating process bottleneck
July 15th, 2008
In the last decade, the Department of Veterans Affairs has doubled the number of disability claim processors on staff, and yet the average time to process a claim has climbed during that period fro...
Local Golf Results
July 14th, 2008
Championship flight 1st 2nd TotalJefferson Powers/Cayley Phillips 66 64 130
Junior rodeo under way in Clovis
July 14th, 2008
The High Plains Junior Rodeo Association Finals are a 30-year tradition in Clovis, and are important for the contestants as well as the community, according to organizers.
With 135 con...
Grazing injunction will affect local CRP participants
July 14th, 2008
Washington — Eastern New Mexico farmers may be out thousands of dollars after a federal judge issued a temporary injunction to halt cattle grazing on federally protected land on their propert...
ENMU Briefs July 15, 2008
July 14th, 2008
Alumni/Employee BriefsTwo former employees recently died. John (Josh) Burdine and Maria Enriquez. Both worked with the physical plant.ENMU marketing graduate Katherine Kirkes, 27...
Events Calendar July 15, 2008
July 14th, 2008
TodayHigh Plains Junior Rodeo finals — 6 p.m., Curry County Fairgrounds. Information: 763-3435 or 356-8541.AARP Driver Safety Program — 8 a.m. to noon, Community Serv...
Portales school board reviews energy savings, lunch price increases
July 14th, 2008
The Portales Municipal Board of Education is focused on reducing costs and increasing energy efficiency at Portales’ schools.
The Portales School District saved $344,000 in energy cost...
Restaurant eyed as source of salmonella outbreak in Portales
July 14th, 2008
State health officials are investigating the possibility of a link between six reported cases of salmonella and a Portales restaurant, according to a New Mexico Department of Health press release.
Homicide victim remembered
July 12th, 2008
Friends and family remember Don Chapman as someone who would help anybody with whatever needs they had.
He’s also remembered as a man whose life changed three years ago during an...
Push America wheels back into town Monday
July 12th, 2008
The Journey of Hope will make its seventh annual visit to Portales on Monday.
Journey of Hope involves a team of about 30 bicyclists riding across the country to raise funds and awaren...
Events Calendar July 13, 2008
July 12th, 2008
MondayHigh Plains Junior Rodeo finals — 6 p.m., Curry County Fairgrounds. Information: 763-3435 or 356-8541.Portales Farmers Market — 5 p.m. Corner of West First Stre...
Local Briefs July 13, 2008
July 12th, 2008
Methodists to hold VBS
The First United Methodist Church will hold its Vacation Bible School entitled “Galilee By-the-Sea Marketplace,” from 6-8:30 p.m. night...
Editorial: FISA creates loopholes that allow for abuse
July 12th, 2008
The Senate passed Wednesday the FISA (Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act) Amendments Act of 2008 as a “compromise” between Democrats and Republicans, although it was by and large a v...
Public lands fee column generates responses
July 12th, 2008
It seems last week’s column on access fees on public lands managed to get around a bit thanks to the Internet.
I received feedback both positive and negative after my rant.
Buying American-made not as easy as it sounds
July 12th, 2008
Many of us remember the “Made in the USA” movement which seemed pervasive during the 1980s. Backed up by catchy television commercials, the marketing campaign featured consumers and bus...
Magistrate Court — July 13
July 12th, 2008
The following dispositions have been filed in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court: • Jeffrey Cortese, 44, was found guilty of the charge of violation of protection order. He was...
Police Blotter — July 13
July 12th, 2008
The following is a sampling of calls received over the past week by Portales Police dispatchers.July 3
• At 4:20 p.m., a caller reported criminal damage to a ve...
American Legion finds flags stolen
July 11th, 2008
Members of Clovis’ American Legion Post 117 are reeling from a theft that struck at the core of their values.
Sometime July 6, the post’s three flags were stolen from their poles...
Car burglaries on rise in Portales
July 11th, 2008
Portales police officials are advising the public to report suspicious activity after a recent increase of burglary and larceny in Portales.
Over the past six days, police have received 19 c...
Clovis resident wins pageant
July 11th, 2008
Clovis resident Kimberly Parmenter was named the winner of the 2008 Miss Plus America contest, held July 1-5 in Dallas.
She also won the Optional awards of Runway Model and Spokesmodel.
...
Creative Living July 11
July 11th, 2008
Information on making gifts for men and removing water spots from furniture will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at noon Tuesday and at 2 p.m. Saturday.
Tera Le...
Honors: Sabrina McCarty
July 11th, 2008
Sabrina McCarty of Clovis was a recent recipient of a $1,500 college scholarship awarded by Cannon Air Force Base.
More than 5,000 students applied for 600 scholarships, according to a...
Honors: Zachary Bowman
July 11th, 2008
Zachary Bowman of Portales has received a bachelor of accountancy degree from Loyola University New Orleans.
The degree was awarded during the university’s commencement ceremony...
Library Books July 13
July 11th, 2008
The following books are available at the Portales Public Library:
Uprising by Margaret Peterson Haddix. Children's author Margaret Peterson Haddix is best known for her science fiction...
Burglaries increase in past week
July 11th, 2008
Portales police officials are advising the public to report suspicious activity after a recent increase of burglary and larceny in Portales.
Over the past six days, police have receive...
It's Their Job: Hot Threads
July 10th, 2008
Name: Debbie Christiansen
Job: Owner of Hot Threads.
Background: Debbie Christiansen is from Lake Havasu City, Ariz. and has managed Chevron employees at convenience store...
Events Calendar July 11
July 10th, 2008
Today
Star Party/presentation — 7:30 p.m. Oasis State Park, Group Shelter. Information: 356-5331.
Community Services Center benefit dinner — Barbecue br...
Local Briefs July 11
July 10th, 2008
CSC holding barbecue
The Community Services Center will hold its annual barbecue benefit dinner from 4-7 p.m. today at the senior meal site, 1100 Community Way. Proceeds benefit...
Editorial: Fairness Doctrine unfairly regulates freedom of speech
July 10th, 2008
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi apparently has decided there won’t be a vote this year to permanently prevent the government from imposing the so-called Fairness Doctrine on broadcasters.
Rain brings relief for farmers
July 10th, 2008
Recent rainfall has interrupted stretches of high temperatures and brought some relief to area farmers.
The average high temperature in Roosevelt County has been relatively cooler the...
Funnel cloud spotted near Tucumcari
July 9th, 2008
A funnel cloud was spotted over Tucumcari about 2 p.m. Wednesday as dark storm clouds moved across the region.
The funnel cloud was traveling west between the Frontage Road and Quay Ro...
Events Calendar July 10
July 9th, 2008
Today
Portales Farmers Market — 5 p.m. Corner of West First Street and Avenue B.
Friday
Star Party/presentation — 7:30 p.m. Oasis State Park, Grou...
Local weather spotters keep eye on sky
July 9th, 2008
National Weather Service officials in Portales Wednesday say eastern New Mexico residents have proven themselves over the years as good skywatchers.
Kenneth Drozd, senior meteorologist...
Flash flood watch issued
July 9th, 2008
The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a flood watch for Wednesday afternoon in north and central New Mexico.
The projected area that might experience flash flooding through...
Portales night golfing results
July 8th, 2008
Night GolfJuly 4 at Portales Country ClubChampionship Flight 1. Rustin Rowley/Sharon Rowley 372. Kevin Welch/Stephanie White 37
Portales Past
July 8th, 2008
July 1, 1952• The board authorized a new name for the hospital. Roosevelt General Hospital, it was previously named Roosevelt County Hospital. • Safeway advertised dale...
Gen. Scott honored for advocacy
July 8th, 2008
Military supporters around New Mexico say they couldn’t succeed without the efforts of Hanson Scott. Scott insists it’s a mutual partnership.
“What we’ve had is...
Reconstruction of Dora Highway set
July 8th, 2008
Construction on N.M. 206 between Portales and Dora is scheduled to begin in August.
The construction will last three months and have a cost of $5 million, said New Mexico Department of...
Meeting on Melrose Bombing Range set
July 8th, 2008
The State Land office will hold an open meeting at 10 a.m. today at the Melrose public school regarding the expansion of the Melrose Bombing Range.
Retired Brig. Gen. Hanson Scott said...
Madden to head ENMU-Roswell
July 8th, 2008
John R. Madden has been named president of Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell, according to a press release from ENMU.
Madden, of Tucson, Ariz. will succeed Judy Armstrong who is re...
Events Calendar July 9, 2008
July 8th, 2008
TodaySkyWarn class/ emergency management seminar — 1:30 p.m. Becky Sharp Auditorium, College of Business, Eastern New Mexico University.
ThursdayPortale...
Floyd News July 9, 2008
July 8th, 2008
TransitionsBirthdays and AnniversariesSunday — Toni Whitecotton; Tice LoveTuesday — Tyler RichersonUpcoming events• Seniors will m...
Editorial: Helms left mark on U.S. politics
July 8th, 2008
Some politicians are controversial without being important. The history books and newspaper pages are littered with the names of also-rans who managed to snag a few headlines by virtue of scandal r...
Team names should be connected to location
July 8th, 2008
I root for a pair of trousers.
I’m not that much different from other sports fans, whether they like the New York Knicks or some other team. It’s all laundry by the time yo...
July 8, 2008 Best Bet on TV
July 8th, 2008
What: Celebrity Family Feud
Where: NBC
When: 7 p.m.
What it's about: Cast members from "The Office" and "American Gladiators" face off,
while the "My Name Is Earl" cast is spli...
Farmers market opens season
July 7th, 2008
Tomatoes weren’t available but squash, onions and various herbs were plentiful.
Vendors at the first Portales Farmers Market of the season said they had a good day Monday despite...
Summer school not in session at PHS
July 7th, 2008
For the past several years, Portales High School students who fail to collect necessary credits in a given school year didn’t go to summer school — instead, they participate in a differ...
Eastern Plains Council of Governments helps with planning
July 7th, 2008
The Eastern Plains Council of Governments is one of seven associations of counties that assist local governments in economic development and planning.MembersThe Eastern Pla...
Fire destroys abandoned Portales mobile home
July 7th, 2008
Portales fire crews responded to a fire alarm Sunday afternoon at an abandoned mobile home on North Globe in Portales.
According to Portales firefighters, the alarm sounded at approxim...
Events Calendar July 6
July 5th, 2008
SundayCurry County Trade Days — Noon-5 p.m. Curry County Fairgrounds. Information: 762-8827.Milnesand Community Reunion — 9 a.m. registration; 10 a.m. pro...
Local Briefs July 6
July 5th, 2008
Udall staffer to visit Clovis, Portales
A staff member for Rep. Tom Udall, D-N.M., will hold constituent office hours in Clovis and Portales this week, according to a news relea...
Police Blotter — July 6
July 5th, 2008
The following is a sampling of calls received over the past week by Portales Police dispatchers.
June 27
• At 8:53 a.m., a caller reported a...
Public Record — July 6
July 5th, 2008
The following marriages have been recorded at the Roosevelt County Clerk’s Office:June 3
Cornelio Gomez, 27, of Portales to Elizabeth M Reese, 34, of Po...
Magistrate Court — July 6
July 5th, 2008
The following disposition has been filed in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court:Gregory Peterson, 46, pleaded guilty to the charges of aggravated driving under the influence of intoxicati...
Editorial: North Korea's nuclear program questionable
July 5th, 2008
That was certainly a spectacular visual, repeatedly shown on television last weekend, of the cooling tower of North Korea’s Yongbyon nuclear facility being demolished and crumbling to the gro...
Park fees threaten general access to public lands
July 5th, 2008
As we sprawled on the cool sands, the last bit of pink faded in the western sky and lightning flashed in the distance over the Sacramento Mountains.
It was a special Saturday evening b...
Advice for Americans traveling to other countries
July 5th, 2008
Summer is here and many of us may be traveling to different countries.
More often than not, you will find that people in many foreign countries love Americans and are very friendly tow...
No arrests made in shooting
July 4th, 2008
The Portales Police Department is investigating a shooting incident
that occurred early Thursday morning, said Portales Police Capt. Lonnie
Berry.
Portales Police dispatch received a call fr...
Group pulls out of Clovis Music Festival
July 4th, 2008
The Crickets have withdrawn from the lineup at this year’s Clovis Music Festival, scheduled for Sept. 4-6.
The rest of the lineup will continue as scheduled, according to the Clovis Mu...
Community Calendar Week of July 6
July 4th, 2008
The Portales News-Tribune offers this space for community events. To submit or change an announcement, contact the Editorial Department at 356-4481 several days in advance. For Sunday’s paper...
Creative Living July 6
July 4th, 2008
Information on embellishing ready-to-wear garments and home decorating will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at noon Tuesday and at 2 p.m. Saturday.
Lana Bennett...
Library Books July 6
July 4th, 2008
The following books are available at the Portales Public Library:
"Art Journals and Creative Healing: Restoring the Spirit Through Self-Expression" by Sharon Soneff
...
Police investigate a shooting in Portales
July 4th, 2008
The Portales Police Department is investigating a shooting incident that occurred early Thursday morning, said Portales Police Capt. Lonnie Berry.
Portales Police dispatch received a call fr...
Pony Express Ride set for Saturday
July 3rd, 2008
Nineteen riders on horseback will make their way to Pep from surrounding communities Saturday in honor of the Pony Express.
Your postal parcels will be galloping across the open range...
Clovis celebration includes second Dairy Boat Race
July 3rd, 2008
The Fourth of July celebrations in Clovis will include the Second Annual Dairy Boat Race at Greene Acres Lake.
Participants were given a simple row boat and allowed to modify it within the r...
July 4 closures
July 3rd, 2008
The following offices will be closed in Roosevelt County and Portales for the holiday until Monday:
District Court
District Attorney's Office
Magistrate Court...
Events Calendar July 4
July 3rd, 2008
Today
Smoke on the Water — 3 p.m. Band performances. 9 p.m. fireworks. Green Acres Park in Clovis.
Curry County Trade Days — 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Curry County...
Spokesperson: Meatpacker drops local sale barn
July 2nd, 2008
A large Texas beefpacker won’t purchase cattle from Portales Livestock Auction until the auction makes changes in its animal handling procedures, according to the National Meat Association.
Ute pipeline’s fate in Senate omnibus bill
July 2nd, 2008
TEXICO — The Eastern New Mexico Rural Water Authority is optimistic about an omnibus.
That appears to be the fate for the potential Senate authorization for the Ute Water Project...
Local Briefs July 3, 2008
July 2nd, 2008
Birdsong show opens at CCCThe Eula Mae Edwards Museum and Gallery at Clovis Community College will feature local artist Jon Birdsong, according to a press release. The show of watercol...
Events Calendar July 3, 2008
July 2nd, 2008
TodaySmokin’ 3rd of July celebration — 4-8 p.m. Greyhound Arena
FridaySmoke on the Water — 3 p.m. Band performances. 9 p.m. fireworks. Green...
Wanted: Two college soccer coaches
July 2nd, 2008
Eastern New Mexico University will have two new soccer coaches for the 2008 season.
Women’s coach Travis McCorkle was named Tuesday as the women’s coach at Angelo State Uni...
Ram takes two consecutive golf tournaments
July 1st, 2008
Portales High School senior golfer Donavin Sanchez is 2-for-2.
Two golf tournament wins in two days.
Sanchez placed first at Clovis’ Chaparral golf course Monday, fi...
Mayor expresses concerns on pipeline project costs
July 1st, 2008
Concerns about financial responsibility and debt incurred with funding for the Ute Pipe Line dominated discussion Tuesday at Portales City Hall.
During the regular meeting Portales Mayor Orl...
Watchers threaten notion of freedom
July 1st, 2008
How do you behave when you are being watched by a police officer? Certainly, you would be less likely to misbehave, but you would also be less likely to behave in an ordinary and carefree way.
...
President Schwarzenegger? Just doesn't fit
July 1st, 2008
It’s a little overdue, but I’ve got to say it — I miss Tim Russert. He kept people honest, and he was the national voice for Buffalo Sabres fans like me.
But I’m glad...
July 2, 2008 Floyd News
July 1st, 2008
TransitionsBirthdays and AnniversariesFriday — Crystal SmithTuesday — Clifton and Betty GossettUpcoming events
Sen...
July 2, 2008 Local Briefs
July 1st, 2008
ENMU-Roswell honors presidentEastern New Mexico University-Roswell is hosting a retirement reception for Judy Armstrong, who is retiring as president of the campus, from 4-6 p.m. Thurs...
ENMU soccer coaches moving on
July 1st, 2008
Eastern New Mexico University will have two new soccer coaches for the 2008 season.
Women’s coach Travis McCorkle was named Tuesday as the women’s coach at Angelo State Universit...
Police investigate pedestrian accident
July 1st, 2008
A pedestrian was transported to Roosevelt General Hospital after being struck by a vehicle Tuesday morning, said Portales Police Capt. Lonnie Berry.
The accident occurred at 7:16 a.m....
Commissioners discuss lack of subdivision oversight
July 1st, 2008
One Roosevelt County commissioner questioned why the county was bothering to approve subdivisions if they didn’t have authority to enforce the covenants and rules they provide.
D...
Stock market's rough ride has locals nervous
July 1st, 2008
The Dow Jones industrial average closed Monday at 11,350, marking the worst June for the market since the Great Depression of the 1930’s and it’s lowest point since Sept. 2006.
Cattlemen suffering from rising feed prices
July 1st, 2008
With the rising cost of corn and other grains, local cattle growers are struggling to stay afloat.
U.S. beef producers now spend a whopping 60-70 percent of their production costs on a...
ENMU to receive nearly $1 million in technology money
July 1st, 2008
Eastern New Mexico University at Portales has been awarded almost $960,000 in federal grant money to make technological upgrades to its computer, telecommunications and multi-media classrooms...
ENMU Briefs, July 1, 2008
July 1st, 2008
Faculty briefDonald C. Elder III, professor of history, gave a presentation at the Southeast Iowa Civil War Roundtable in Ottumwa, Iowa on June 19. He delivered an address titled &ldquo...
Events Calendar, July 1, 2008
July 1st, 2008
TodayState-wide American Legion Department of New Mexico Convention — Clovis American Legion Post 25, 2400 W. 7th Street. Information and times: 799-8084.
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