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PHS, Floyd volleyball teams fall
August 31st, 2004
ROSWELL — Roswell High opened its 2004 volleyball season Tuesday night with a 25-16, 25-23, 22-25, 25-18 victory over the Portales Lady Rams.
Stephanie gomez had nine kills, Sugar Tarin seven and Sa...
City officials celebrate new railroad crossings
August 31st, 2004
City and county officials on Tuesday celebrated the grand opening of North Main Street as repairs were completed on railroad crossings.
For the past two years, city, county and state officials have...
Success at fair means returns for some events
August 31st, 2004
Good crowds will likely mean a return performance for the Spanish Musical Fair and Demolition Derby at Roosevelt County’s fair, officials said on Tuesday.
Scott Tucker, Demolition Derby organizer, s...
First-year Hounds waste little time getting into win column
August 31st, 2004
PORTALES — It didn’t take long — just two matches — for the first-year Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer program to break into the win column.
Of course, ENMU coaches Carlos Elizond...
Carter to interview for public defender
August 31st, 2004
The outgoing district attorney and a longtime public defender are vying for the top position in the district defender’s office, which will become open after Oct. 29.
Assistant public defender Jim Wi...
Portales schools fail state standards
August 30th, 2004
SANTA FE — Two-thirds of New Mexico’s schools met basic requirements for student performance and participation under a new federally mandated system for rating schools.
None of Portales’ eight p...
New additions bolster cross country teams
August 30th, 2004
Joel McMullen thought his first Eastern New Mexico University men’s cross country team would be respectable. If everything falls into place, the Greyhounds could be more than that.
Kenyans Kennedy B...
Blessid Union of Souls rocks ENMU
August 30th, 2004
The Blessid Union of Souls started out Saturday night’s festivities by singing the national anthem before the Eastern New Mexico University Greyhounds football game against Central Arkansas at Greyh...
First day has mixed feelings for ENMU
August 30th, 2004
Monday was the first day of school for those attending the fall semester at ENMU. As some students were confident beginning the semester, others were uncomfortable because of the changes they were fac...
Ex-ENMU athlete recalls Olympic dream
August 30th, 2004
TUCUMCARI — When most people turn on their televisions this week to tune into to the 2004 Olympics from Athens, they see little more than a gathering of athletes competing for awards and recognition...
Hounds' comeback falls short
August 28th, 2004
BLACKWATER DRAW — If it could, Eastern New Mexico University would take a mulligan on the first 25 minutes or so of Saturday night’s season opener against Central Arkansas.
The Greyhounds struggle...
ENMU men's soccer team posts win and tie in first matches
August 28th, 2004
DALLAS — Brian Schonberger’s goal late in the half broke a scoreless tie and Eastern New Mexico University went on to beat Dallas Baptist 3-1 on Saturday for the Greyhounds’ first win in the spo...
Lady Rams battle tough rivals in 3A
August 28th, 2004
The Portales Lady Rams got a strong dose during this weekend’s Clovis volleyball invitational of what may be its toughest competition in Class 3A as the Rams try to defend their state title.
Rio Ran...
Rams topple Dons in season opener
August 28th, 2004
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Senior Chris Carter returned a fourth-quarter kickoff 90 yards for a touchdown and senior quarterback Tyler Rutherford added a game-clinching 57-yard TD run with just over a minute...
Baca pre-trial postponed due to evidence delays
August 28th, 2004
A pre-trial hearing for a Portales murder suspect has been postponed after defense attorneys and prosecutors met with 9th Judicial District Court Judge Stephen Quinn on Friday morning in the Roosevelt...
Aug. 29 Obituaries
August 28th, 2004
Berniece MeAmber, 82
Mrs. Berniece “Bea” MeAmber, 82, of Portales, died Saturday, Aug. 28, 2004, at Roosevelt General Hospital in Portales.
She was born on Jan. 7, 1922, in Sullivan, Mo., to Genev...
Aug. 29 Portales Junior High News
August 28th, 2004
Great Beginnings
Principal Steve Harris reports that the junior high has gotten off to a great start this year. Along with welcoming new students and the seventh grade class, he welcomes Mark Poynor,...
Aug. 29 Dora School News
August 28th, 2004
The enrollment in the Dora School is growing as days pass. It sure is nice to see new faces in the cafeteria at noon and equally as nice to see all our returning familiar students.
Fair Week
You can...
Aug. 29 Public Record
August 28th, 2004
The following certificates of marriage were recently filed in the Roosevelt County Courthouse:
— Tristan Selmon, 21, and Renee Archunde, 24, both of Portales.
— Juan Arceo, 23, and Jesa Maria Cas...
There's a reason it's not available in stores
August 28th, 2004
Kathie, who always has a big smile and happy “hello” as she arranges carts in the front section of Wal-Mart, suggested a follow-up column on television commercials. Apparently she is just as wear...
Unlucky holiday can be survived
August 28th, 2004
In case you didn’t notice, we had a Friday the 13th this month. To put it in a more scholarly manner, it behooves us to utilize the Freedom of Information Act in the examination of perils existing i...
Organizers hope to make derby a popular trend
August 26th, 2004
Organizers of the demolition derby at the Roosevelt County Fair are hoping to create a tradition which will last for a long time, with the second annual derby on Saturday night.
The second annual de...
Aug. 27 Obituaries
August 26th, 2004
Bernice W. Anderson, 86, of Ringwood, Okla., died Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2004, at Integris Bass Baptist Health Center in Enid, Okla.
She was born on March 30, 1918, in Cleo Springs, Okla., to Milton D. a...
Pioneers honored
August 26th, 2004
Find your sneakers, paint your turtles, and break out your stick horses, because there is much to celebrate Saturday at the Roosevelt County Fair. At 2 p.m. in the Pavillion, the turtle race will kic...
Kids' events set for Saturday
August 26th, 2004
Find your sneakers, paint your turtles, and break out your stick horses, because there is much to celebrate Saturday at the Roosevelt County Fair. At 2 p.m. in the Pavillion, the turtle race will kic...
Dawg Days starts long road for freshmen
August 26th, 2004
Another school year and another batch of new faces on the campus of Eastern New Mexico University were on hand to celebrate the beginning of Dawg Days and a leap into college life.
The incoming fresh...
Pastor resigns from First Baptist
August 26th, 2004
The pastor of First Baptist Church in Portales resigned two weeks ago, and is in the process of searching for another job out of state.
Philip Fike said he left the church because God is calling him t...
God's wings a safe place to run
August 26th, 2004
Life is a journey and I wonder sometimes if we live this precious gift without purpose. The psalmist has said, “We spend our years as a tale that is told,” (Psalm 90:9).
Those around us read the s...
Journaling makes surgery easier
August 26th, 2004
This month I celebrate the second anniversary of a major surgery I had in 2002. Before you think I’m off the wall — regular readers already know this — I don’t normally observe the anniversari...
Hounds get set for air assault
August 26th, 2004
Clint Conque feels good about his Central Arkansas football team as it gets ready for the 2004 campaign, but says he’s not much different than most football coaches.
“Every coach in America is opt...
Dons looking for edge with home field against Rams
August 26th, 2004
West Las Vegas hasn’t beaten Portales High on the field in the short history of their series. But third-year Dons coach James Esquibel thinks his squad is getting close.
The teams meet in Saturday...
Spanish music fair to make debut
August 25th, 2004
For the first time in the history of the Roosevelt County Fair there will be a Spanish Musical Fair celebrating the Hispanic culture which is a big part of the community, according to fair organizers....
Square dancers set for Thursday performance
August 25th, 2004
Local and surrounding square dancers will strut their stuff Thursday from 6-8 p.m. on the slab at the Roosevelt County Fair.
This type of dancing is proclaimed as the national folk dance of the United...
Aug. 26 Obituaries
August 25th, 2004
Virginia Mae Burnett, 80
Virginia Mae Burnett, 80, of Socorro, formerly of Portales, died Monday, Aug. 23, 2004, in Socorro.
She was born on Aug. 14, 1924, in Chicago, to Arthur and Jettie Norris McVi...
Girls compete to represent county
August 24th, 2004
The Roosevelt County Fair has a 4 p.m. Friday awards presentation for Fair Queen, Princess, and Sweetheart at the show arena. Celebrating at the awards presentation is a triumphant culmination for gir...
Aug. 25 Obituaries
August 24th, 2004
Myron O. Been, 86
Mr. Myron O. “Bill” Been, 86, died Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2004, at Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis.
He was born on Dec. 1, 1917, in St. Louis, to Millie and Clarence R. Been....
Aug. 25 Floyd News
August 24th, 2004
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Birthdays: Laveta Patterson, Polly Bigler.
Anniversaries: Jason and Amanda Potter (5 years).
Floyd Back Porch Pickers
The Back Porch Pickers will meet this Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Communi...
Aug. 25 Dora News
August 24th, 2004
There has been more moisture again this week in our area. The underground moisture should be getting about replenished to normal.
Pastor Family Arrives
Bro. Butch and Elaine Schneider and son, Garret...
Aug. 25 South County News
August 24th, 2004
Boy, muddy roads are still staying muddy with rains again, even Saturday night over an inch of rain fell in the Pep area. I don’t know just how much area has received more this past week.
Some peop...
Aug. 25 Elida News
August 24th, 2004
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Birthdays Aug. 28-Sept. 3: Taylor Boone, Jim Southard, Trisha Morris Trollinger, Will Anthony, Johnny Chavez, Hershel Dixon, Charles Good, Lisa Harris, Bobby Reed, Lisa Graves, Brett Hamil...
DVD can help good television live forever
August 24th, 2004
There’s a running joke around the office regarding my media collection, and how it’s just a little too large. With a collection of more than 200 movies and television series on DVD and VHS, it’s...
Christian music concert set for Wednesday
August 23rd, 2004
The Christian Music Show on Wednesday at the Roosevelt County Fair will give musicians an opportunity to fine-tune their skills year-round.
The Christian Music Show will take place from 5:30-7:30 p.m...
Aug. 24 Obituaries
August 23rd, 2004
S.M. Faulkenburry, 84
Mr. S. M. “Sarge” Faulkenburry, 84, of Clovis, died Sunday, Aug. 22, 2004, at Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis.
He was born on Oct. 8, 1919, in Alto, Texas, to Willi...
ENMU year starts with Dawg Days
August 23rd, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University officials want to give freshman a good first impression. That impression will come from the Third Annual Dawg Days festivities, which begin on Thursday.
“If they feel...
4-H members prepare for fair
August 21st, 2004
The time is quickly approaching for 4-H agriculture students and their projects. They will have their craftsmanship on display this week during the fair.
Students participating in the 4-H events will...
Area schools on par with rest of state
August 21st, 2004
Portales schools received scores hovering around the state average for math and language arts tests for fourth and eighth graders, according to a press release from the New Mexico Public Education Dep...
Bingaman makes rounds in Portales
August 21st, 2004
U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingaman spoke to a Portales gathering on a few topics residents dealing with health care and wind energy on Friday at noon at Mark’s Eastern Grill, culminating Bingaman’s tour in P...
Q&A, Jeff Bingaman
August 21st, 2004
U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingaman, D-N.M., was in Portales last week. He sat down with Freedom Newspapers of New Mexico staff for about 30 minutes.
Q: What are the chances the Ute Water Project will receive 8...
Aug. 22 Obituaries
August 21st, 2004
Donald L. Killgore, 82
Donald L. Killgore, 82, of Carlsbad, died Friday, Aug. 20, 2004, at his home.
He was born on Dec. 20, 1921, in Bristo, Okla., to Sylvester and Myrtle Sampson Killgore.
They move...
Weather helps peanut belt
August 21st, 2004
Recent storms brought much-needed rain to the peanut belt
Staff and Wire Reports
ALBANY, Ga. — Tropical Storm Bonnie and Hurricane Charley brought much-needed rain to parched Southern peanut fields,...
Man pleads not guilty to shooting Realtor
August 21st, 2004
ALBUQUERQUE — A 27-year-old Albuquerque man has pleaded not guilty to shooting a well-respected real estate agent in the back of the head and leaving his body in a closet inside a home he was trying...
Aug. 22 Public Record
August 21st, 2004
The following certificates of marriage were recently filed in the Roosevelt County Courthouse:
— Jayson Lopez, 30, and Robin Edwards, 38, both of Clovis.
— Tristan Selmon, 21, and Renee Archunde,...
Aug. 22 FTCS News
August 21st, 2004
Faith Triumphant Christian School begins the 2004-2005 school year on August 30. This will be our 21st year of offering private Christian education to our community. If you are interested in registeri...
Aug. 22 Floyd School News
August 21st, 2004
Watermelon Welcome
The annual watermelon welcome will be at 6 p.m. on Monday. All parents and students are invited to visit and have fun with the faculty and staff under the big tree. The cheerleaders...
Aug. 22 Elida School News
August 21st, 2004
Glenda Anthony (Advisor) and Quentin Griffin (NMFCCLA State Officer) from Elida High School have recently returned from theannualy FCCLA National Leadership Meeting held in Chicago, where they had the...
Aug. 22 Dora School News
August 21st, 2004
There were a sweet dozen kindergarten students that started school in Dora this week. The preschoolers didn’t come until Thursday. I don’t know how many they had and it will probably increase in n...
Zipper usually the first fashion casualty
August 21st, 2004
How many of us have noticed the first thing to go haywire in a favorite coat is the zipper? Or is it just me?
It happens with sweater zippers, too.
Of course most of us don’t really concern oursel...
The chicken has new reasons to cross now
August 21st, 2004
Here at the Institute for Nitty-Gritty we raised our scholarly sights recently to delve into that age old conundrum, “Why does a chicken cross the road?”
From a variety of sources we found answer...
Vick makes his 'marx' in Portales
August 21st, 2004
If you call Robert Vick by his legal name, he assumes you’re going to ask to see his license and registration as well. Vick goes by Stretch, a name tied in to the independent Stretch Marx painting b...
Allen enjoyed life with large family
August 21st, 2004
According to Elberta Allen, she was the perfect child and she said good-bye to the world on the perfect day.
On May 22,1929, Elberta was born on a farm in Portales, the seventh born of 18 children (se...
Clovis' Greenwalt escapes serious injury
August 21st, 2004
CLOVIS — One minute Cisti Greenwalt was driving back to school after spending the weekend with her family. The next she was trapped in her mangled SUV in the middle of a cotton field and wondering i...
Zias hope to build on solid '03 finish
August 21st, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University kept its streak of 15 straight winning seasons alive last season, but just barely, putting on a late charge last fall to finish 16-15.
This year, the Zias have consider...
ENMU quarterback to return kicks
August 21st, 2004
A starting quarterback returning punts and kickoffs isn’t exactly commonplace, but Eastern New Mexico University’s Steven Hinson welcomes the opportunity. After all, he was a capable return man du...
Department of Labor office will stay open in Portales
August 19th, 2004
Questions and doubts over whether people from Roosevelt County would have to drive to Clovis for unemployment and veterans services were answered in one hour on Thursday morning in the city hall chamb...
Hospital weighs discount option
August 19th, 2004
Roosevelt County General Hospital James D’Agostino said he wants the hospital to work towards offering a discounting option for uninsured patients on Thursday at the RGH board meeting.
“We’re g...
Good memories are blessings
August 19th, 2004
I see old barns and tumble down houses as we travel along the way and I wonder what stories they could tell of days gone by. How did they live their lives?
Did they leave their home with regrets or di...
Sometimes going forward is all you can do
August 19th, 2004
When you enter that dark, cavernous passageway of uncertainty that life so often brings us to, it’s hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Sometimes it’s just a flicker, just a spark, jus...
ENMU's Elliott plans to retire after this year
August 19th, 2004
Citing health reasons, Eastern New Mexico University football coach Bud Elliott plans to retire at the end of the season, bringing to an end a 37-year college career.
Elliott, who will be 73 in Decemb...
Aug. 19 Obituaries
August 18th, 2004
Jesus Diaz Jr., 23
Mr. Jesus “Panchito” Diaz Jr., 23, of Portales, died Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2004, at his home.
He was born on Sept. 23, 1980, in Clovis, to Raquel Pillado and Jesus Diaz.
He grew up...
Students do double duty during fair week
August 18th, 2004
High school students from throughout Roosevelt County will be busy with classes, books and homework assignments next week.
Some will also have another item to worry about — having their livestock an...
Sheriff having problems filling vacancy
August 17th, 2004
The Roosevelt County meeting on Tuesday turned into a discussion about the help of Roosevelt County Sheriff’s department, to come up with an incentive for working at the department.
Roosevelt Count...
Council discusses railroad
August 17th, 2004
Scott Verhines of the Eastern New Mexico Rural Water Authority updated the city council on Tuesday on the status of the Ute Water Project and the objective of a series of workshops.
Verhines said th...
Aug. 18 Elida News
August 17th, 2004
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Birthdays Aug. 21-27: Sadie Chenualt, Martha McKinney, Bill Connelly, Bennie Taylor, Marcy Wilson, Wesley Gilmore, Barbie Rogers Dauer, Nell Craig, Jana Roberts, Sterlin Burney and Missy H...
Aug. 18 South County News
August 17th, 2004
Rain and all is welcomed on the ranches. The cotton needs some hot, dry days to get things going good for maturing. The wheat is beginning to show signs of soft shells from so much moisture and there...
Aug. 18 Floyd News
August 17th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays: Michael Nixon; Rose Rector; John Lee; Kendall Buzard.
Upcoming Events
• The Floyd Back Porch Pickers will meet Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Community Building.
• 4-H will meet M...
Aug. 18 Dora News
August 17th, 2004
There was more rain in Dora area the past week, and weeds are thriving along with the crops. One dairy owner said the rain made it harder on the cattle and on those feeding and doing the milking, but...
Aug. 18 Obituaries
August 17th, 2004
Vera Rogers, 89
Mrs. Vera Rogers, 89, of Elida, died Monday, Aug. 16, 2004, at Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis.
She was born on July 20, 1915, in Goldthwaite, Texas, to Gwendolyn and Henry W...
New generation needs new holidays
August 17th, 2004
I’m thinking of going on strike.
I had to work on Thursday’s holiday.
What’s that you say, Kevin? There wasn’t a holiday.
Oh yes, there was. Thursday was Madden Day.
Madden Day isn’t recogni...
It's back to school for Portales
August 16th, 2004
No more swim trunks, no more waking up at noon, no more relaxation from studying for a test. It’s back to school.
Portales schools will have their house openings on Thursday, allowing parents to vi...
Aug. 15 Obituaries
August 14th, 2004
Betty Sommerville, 71
Mrs. Betty Sommerville, 71, of Clovis, died Friday, Aug. 13, 2004, at her home.
She was born on Sept. 29, 1932, in Des Moines, Iowa, to Alma and Alonzo Harter.
She grew up in Des...
Carmichael taught in and out of the classroom
August 14th, 2004
Rubie Carmichael was a teacher for most of her life, even after classes were dismissed.
Carmichael taught schoolchildren for 37 years. She also took time to teach her siblings about the family past, a...
Personalities Plus: Ernesto Gomez
August 14th, 2004
Name: Ernesto Gomez.
Job: Community Services Center volunteer.
Age: 62
Hometown: Portales.
Family: Sisters: Linda Short, Ramona Gomez. Brothers: Alfonso Gomez and Antonio Gomez.
Ernesto Gomez brings...
Take my advice, just don't expect results
August 14th, 2004
It amazes me how brilliant I am about so many things and why folks don’t more often seek my counsel. My wife Marilyn used to say, “Maybe you should stop trying to solve world problems and straight...
Constitution not our only source for laws
August 14th, 2004
Here we are rounding the first curve in yet another presidential race. It feels like they get closer and closer together each time.
Every four years we have this uniquely American ritual in which the...
Fair organizers confident carnival is worth the wait
August 14th, 2004
The Murphy Brothers Exposition will bring their show to Portales for the carnival as part of the festivities for the 2004 Roosevelt County Fair.
The Starlight Carnival was the carnival at the 2003 Roo...
Aug. 15 Floyd School News
August 14th, 2004
School Supplies
Lists for school supplies can be picked up at Wal-Mart or in the office. These are for grades Pre-K through 5th.
First Day of School
Pre-Registration is Wednesday. All students are re...
Aug. 15 Dora School News
August 14th, 2004
School at Dora opened all “avenues” of entrance wide on Thursday morning for grades 1-12. There were many happy smiles and excited students, most ready to tackle this year positively.
Teachers an...
Aug. 15 Public Record
August 14th, 2004
The following certificates of marriage were recently filed in the Roosevelt County Courthouse:
— Jonathan Reeve, 20, and Jennifer Parker, 25, both of Portales.
— Michael Hamilton, 63 of Albuquerq...
DeHoyos latches on with new minor league squad
August 14th, 2004
Gabe DeHoyos was a mainstay in the starting rotation during his days at Eastern New Mexico University.
In his third season of professional baseball, the 6-foot, 220-pound right-hander has made a succe...
Hinson en route to top QB spot
August 14th, 2004
Unless he gets hurt or something goes drastically wrong, senior Steven Hinson will be ENMU’s starting quarterback this fall for the second consecutive year.
Elliott said after Saturday’s situation...
Hunter has big goals for 2004 season
August 14th, 2004
Derrick Hunter is ready to step up his role this fall for the Eastern New Mexico University football team.
And he thinks the team is ready to step up as well.
“With this being my third year, I want...
Two-minute drill: Corey White
August 14th, 2004
Sophomore defensive back Corey White came to ENMU from Estacado High School in Lubbock.
Q: What is your best football memory, college or high school?
White: My favorite memory is just being on the fie...
Trumpets have their own legacy
August 12th, 2004
Back to school reminds me of marching bands and football.
Of all the musical instruments, the trumpet is my favorite. To me it symbolizes royalty and splendor, announcing something important, captur...
La Casa celebration set for Saturday
August 12th, 2004
The Second Annual La Casa Family Health Center Celebration will take place on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
La Casa Family Health Center officials said the purpose of the health center celebration i...
Aug. 13 Obituaries
August 12th, 2004
Jack Morgan, 80
Jack M. Morgan, 80, of Farmington, a former New Mexico state senator, died Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2004, in Farmington.
He was born on Jan. 15, 1924, in Portales, to George Albert and Mary...
Music creates new experiences
August 12th, 2004
How many of you out there in newspaper land can say you’ve enjoyed both classical and conjunto music — on the same night?
The music of famous symphonic composers and contemporary Tejano musicians?...
Cannon prepares for large deployment
August 11th, 2004
About 350 Cannon Air Force Base personnel on Friday will deploy to Nevada for three weeks of training exercises, the largest deployment so far this year.
Col. Jeff Harrell, 27th Fighter Wing vice com...
Aug. 12 Obituaries
August 11th, 2004
Earl Parkinson, 82
Mr. Earl Parkinson, 82, of Roosevelt County, died Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2004, at Laurel Plains Healthcare Center in Clovis.
He was born on March 20, 1922, in Jefferson, Mo., to Rosie...
Committee to promote ENMU bond issue
August 11th, 2004
The General Obligation Bond Proposition B steering committee met on Wednesday to discuss acquiring support for a bond that would provide more than $9.5 million dollars for higher education in Curry an...
Buzard to undergo relatively new procedure
August 10th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University women’s basketball coach Dan Buzard, hospitalized recently in Albuquerque due to a brain tumor that turned out to be cancerous, is scheduled to undergo gamma knife radi...
Rain creates obstacles for some in Portales
August 10th, 2004
The rain has hit the eastern side of New Mexico and brought about healthy rain amounts to an area which has suffered the last few years due to lack of rain.
The rain has made farmers, yardsmen and un...
Small things sometimes worth the biggest price
August 10th, 2004
It was Sunday night when my cell phone went off, and the caller ID read “Sarah.”
And that was when I talked to my friend, the movie star.
OK, I’ll admit it — I’m stretching the truth a littl...
Aug. 11 Dora News
August 10th, 2004
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Birthdays August 14-20: Tasha Burton, Jake Peterson, Noel Rippie, Travis Husted, Magin Mclain, Nita Thurman and Valerie Diaz.
Anniversaries: Mr. and Mrs. Joel Crosthwait, Mr. and Mrs. Davi...
Aug. 11 Elida News
August 10th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays August 14-20: Tasha Burton, Jake Peterson, Noel Rippie, Travis Husted, Magin Mclain, Nita Thurman and Valerie Diaz.
Anniversaries: Mr. and Mrs. Joel Crosthwait, Mr. and Mrs. Davi...
Aug. 11 South County News
August 10th, 2004
Electrical storms accompanied the clouds in the South County area last week. It has succeeded in striking another house the past week.
Mavis Carmichael said it was so loud it woke her up and she smell...
Aug. 11 Floyd News
August 10th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays: Chris Duncan; Noel Rippee; Jason Potter.
Upcoming Events
• The Floyd Back Porch Pickers will meet Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Community Building.
• 4-H will meet Monday at 7 p....
Aug. 11 Obituaries
August 10th, 2004
W.J. England, 71
Mr. W.J. “Jr.” England, 71, of Clovis, died Monday, Aug. 9, 2004, at his home.
He was born on April 12, 1933, in Moon, Okla., to Willie R. and Vera Green England.
He married Sybil...
School board concerned over test scores
August 9th, 2004
The results of reading and math proficiency tests from the New Mexico state Public Education Department, which were released on Friday and in Sunday’s News-Tribune, were still on the minds of school...
Rodeo family remembers deceased youth
August 9th, 2004
On a ranch northwest of Kenna, where the wind meets his thoughts, Jeff Bilberry finds solace.
There, the vice president of the High Plains Junior Rodeo Association often thinks about life, God and his...
Aug. 10 Obituaries
August 9th, 2004
Elberta Allen, 75
Mrs. Elberta E. Allen, 75, of Portales, died Saturday, Aug. 7, 2004, at her home.
She was born on May 22, 1929, in Portales, to Margia Hayne Camden and Richard Wilson Boyles
She atte...
Half of New Mexico students graded "not proficient"
August 7th, 2004
Barely half of New Mexico’s high school juniors were proficient in reading and less than half were proficient in math, according to results of a standardized test released Friday by the state Public...
Dora, Floyd schools have new look at top spots
August 7th, 2004
Dora and Floyd schools will have a new look to their administration this fall with changes at the top.
For Steve Barron, the new Dora principal, it’s a return to the place he calls home. Barron was...
Aug. 8 Obituaries
August 7th, 2004
Peggy Tozer, 82
Miss Peggy Marie Tozer, 82, of Portales, died Thursday, Aug. 5, 2004, in Amarillo.
She was born on Nov. 28, 1921, in Shell Lake, Wis., to Harold William and Lucy Ann Bohn Tozer.
She mo...
Aug. 8 Floyd school news
August 7th, 2004
Upcoming Events
There will be a School Board meeting Monday night at 7 at the school.
School Supplies
Lists for school supplies can be picked up at Wal-mart or in the office. The lists are for grades...
Summer the perfect time for not-so-smart ideas
August 7th, 2004
Childhood friends tell me I once had tangled curly hair and a perpetual runny nose, and I ran around all summer in frayed overalls and Tenner shoes, the latter being the invention of that friend of al...
Trees can use protection, too
August 7th, 2004
While having coffee recently with my friend Don Criss, he casually mentioned the sad plight of the pernambuco tree. I instantly became alert, no small feat for a fellow with my attention span.
Don a...
Aug. 8 Public Record
August 7th, 2004
The following certificates of marriage were recently filed in the Roosevelt County Courthouse:
— Timothy Hallford, 26, and Mechelle Dupree, 28, both of Portales.
— Juan Gabriel Rojas, 27, and Mar...
Gore grew up in homesteading family
August 7th, 2004
Nearly 40 years ago, Marjorie Simich helped her sister remember her husband.
Her gesture to Lillian Gore was a marble headstone for Lillian’s husband, Herschel.
“Her husband died in 1965 and my hu...
Osborne all about ENMU activities
August 7th, 2004
Shannon Osborne splits her time as the manager of the Harding Apartments and a program advisor for Eastern New Mexico University’s Office of Organizations and Activities. Her fantasy dinner party wo...
ENMU soccer team hires new assistant
August 5th, 2004
Travis McCorkle has had a full plate the past couple of weeks.
Not only is McCorkle preparing to coach two soccer teams at Eastern New Mexico University this fall, he’s been busy trying to fill his...
Almorzar: It's not just for breakfast anymore
August 5th, 2004
When Mom says to Dad, “Ven a almorzar!” that means it’s time to come and eat breakfast. The only problem is “almorzar” means lunch, and to make it more confusing, Mom and Dad are usually eat...
Aug. 6 Obituaries
August 5th, 2004
Rubie Carmichael, 100
Rubie Helen Carmichael, 100, of Clinton, Okla., formerly of Portales, died Thursday, Aug. 5, 2004, at the Integris Clinton Regional Hospital in Clinton, Okla.
She was born on Nov...
Catholics embrace athletic competitions
August 5th, 2004
Sports is so powerful in our collective psyche that everybody wants to win, says Father Tobin Hitt, pastor of St. Helen Catholic Church in Portales. And for this, Hitt said that Pope John Paul’s des...
ENMU alum comes back seeking help for ranch
August 5th, 2004
Reyne Telles came back to his college town Thursday, seeking help for his organization and children at risk.
Telles, the manager of community relations of Cal Farley’s Boys and Girls Ranches, spoke...
Hounds look to ride strong senior class
August 4th, 2004
Bud Elliott has had considerable success in his 10 seasons as Eastern New Mexico University’s football coach, but one thing he hasn’t been able to do is lead the Greyhounds into the NCAA Division...
Roping siblings are competitors and teammates
August 4th, 2004
CLOVIS — During the week, two teenage brothers just a year apart participate in friendly roping competitions at their Clovis home. The loser does the other’s chores, the winner gloats.
On the week...
Local softball team wins at nationals
August 4th, 2004
It’s not the Clovis-Portales Speed’s fault there were only three teams in the 12-and-under division of the USSSA youth slow-pitch recreational national tournament last weekend in Moore, Okla.
The...
City officials take aim at water conservation
August 4th, 2004
Portales Public Works Director Tom Howell said a water conserving initiative will be in place beginning in February for Portales.
Howell made his first announcement of the initiative at Tuesday’s c...
Power outages cause little trouble
August 4th, 2004
Several were inconvenienced Wednesday afternoon, but no accidents or injuries resulted from a series of small power outages in the Portales city limits.
The blackouts, ranging from about 30 seconds to...
Aug. 5 Obituaries
August 4th, 2004
Andrea Chavez, 49
Andrea Faye Chavez, 49, of Mineral Wells, Texas, died on Saturday, July 31, 2004, at her home.
She was born on July 7, 1955, in Portales, to Clark and Ann Yandell Terry Rains.
She m...
Dairy brings Bradley back
August 3rd, 2004
Former Lt. Gov. Walter Bradley is coming back to Clovis, and he’s bringing the milk mustache with him.
The Clovis native whose experience on dairies came from milking his grandmother’s cow recentl...
Council bringing new equipment for courts, other departments
August 3rd, 2004
City councilors approved the ratification of agreements for the installation of equipment for video arraignment at the Municipal court on Tuesday at the city council meeting.
The first agreement is w...
Checkpoints coming this month
August 3rd, 2004
Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Department Sergeant Rick Short updated the Roosevelt County commissioners about cracking down on drunk drivers in the late part of August and into September in Tuesday’s...
Aug. 4 Obituaries
August 3rd, 2004
Ruthie Painter, 56
Mrs. Ruthie Mary Beavers Painter, 56, of Texico, Sunday, Aug. 1, 2004, at Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis.
She was born on Feb. 24, 1948, in Clovis.
She was a lifelong resi...
Aug. 4 Floyd News
August 3rd, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays: Mitzi Miller; Cindy Adams; Ilean Beard; Louise Thetford.
Anniversaries: Joe and Ethel Standefer (48 years!).
Upcoming Events
• Lions Club will meet Wednesday night at the Co...
Aug. 4 Elida News
August 3rd, 2004
Birthdays August 8-13
Adam Anthony, Opal Gilmore, Charlie Taylor, Clay Good, Larry Perkins, D’Shawn Pettigrew, Jim Fuller, Hallie Rene Rains, Monica Baca, Dorothy Chandler, Mary Radcliff and Kent Wi...
Aug. 4 Dora/South County News
August 3rd, 2004
Beautiful weather is forecast for this week in the whole area. We have had some showers with thunderstorms the past few days. I don’t know if anyone got any measurable moisture or not.
Summer
The s...
Reputation of 007 needs our help
August 3rd, 2004
I read one of the most disturbing news items of my life on Friday.
It had nothing to do with terror alerts, racial profiling, or corner turning — you learn to adjust to those types of things. This i...
Blessid Union concert to kick off ENMU fall semester
August 2nd, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University student activities organizers said on Monday the 2004 fall semester will be kicked off with an Aug. 28 concert featuring pop group Blessid Union of Souls.
Jeff Blake, pr...
Obituaries
August 2nd, 2004
Frankie Padilla
Services: Have been held.
Frankie Joe Padilla, 47, of Clayton, died Thursday, July 29, 2004, in Clayton.
He was born on Dec. 22, 1956, in Clayton, to Joe Jr. and Mary Nora Valdez Padil...
Calendar
August 2nd, 2004
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, items...
Buzard beginning recuperation in Albuquerque
August 2nd, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University women’s basketball coach Dan Buzard was released from an Albuquerque hospital Saturday but still faces treatment for a cancerous brain tumor.
Buzard, 36, had part of th...
Officials aim for business technology center
August 1st, 2004
Kathy White of Rural Sourcing Inc. conveyed by speakerphone to a mixture of city, state and Eastern New Mexico University officials that she wanted to follow a timeline to implement a business technol...
Police waiting on DNA evidence
August 1st, 2004
A long wait for DNA evidence is a common point in Portales’ two homicide investigations.
Seven weeks after the June 14 stabbing death of Jorge Prado of Clovis, no murder charges have been filed and...
Local businesses want tariffs on milk powder
August 1st, 2004
Roosevelt County dairy officials met with members of the United States congress this week in Portales and Clovis in an attempt to convince members of Congress to implement a tariff on foreign companie...
Seven vying for Roosevelt County fair honors
August 1st, 2004
Special to the PNT
Seven Roosevelt County girls will be competing for the Queen, Princess and Sweetheart titles Tuesday at the Roosevelt County Fairgrounds.
The day will being with the horsemanship co...
Farmers' water usage a concern
August 1st, 2004
The Ute Water project wasn’t the only local water issue to come before last week’s meeting of a legislative interim committee.
On Thursday morning, two state representatives spoke to the Water and...
Three jailed for sex charges
August 1st, 2004
Three Clovis residents are in jail on charges stemming from a series of sexual encounters with three underage females. Authorities said the incidents, which involve prostitution, were videotaped and p...
Aug. 1 Public Record
August 1st, 2004
The following certificates of marriage were recently filed in the Roosevelt County Courhouse:
— Larry Hale, 35, and Tonya Cundiff, 36, both of Amarillo, Texas.
— Phillip Jowers, 24, of Artesia an...
Aug. 1 Dora School News
August 1st, 2004
Dora School News
This has been a very busy summer at the Dora School. The most noticeable area is the playground for grades 1-6, which has been moved into the old parking area between the Luscombe and...
Aug. 1 Obituaries
August 1st, 2004
Flora Trujillo
Flora Trujillo, 70, of Clovis, died Wednesday, July 28, 2004, at University Medical Center in Lubbock.
She was born on Dec. 20, 1933, in Mosquero, to Juan and Sophia Gonzalez Sanchez.
...
Pool tables good for those who want danger
August 1st, 2004
Looking for adventure? Like to live on the edge? Want to be the first on your block to wake up in the middle of a nightmare screaming, “Eeaauugh! Eeaauugh!”
You can have all that and more if, like...
Profanity, plumbing a natural pair
August 1st, 2004
I know of three situations that call for automatic cussing: (1) snagging my nose in a band saw, (2) dropping a bowling ball on my left foot, and (3) installing a new kitchen faucet.
On a scale of en...
Grimshaw taught faith, fun
August 1st, 2004
Two things were a constant in Vida Mae Grimshaw’s family — an appreciation for the Lord, and the name George.
Grimshaw died July 19 at Heartland Continuing Care, concluding 92 years of teaching he...
Gregg-Cherry helps bring people to college
August 1st, 2004
Name: Christina Gregg-Cherry
Job: Admissions Recruiter
Age (and birth date): 25, 09/03/1979
Hometown: Magdalena, NM
What do you think of Portales?
“I love Portales, the community makes me...
Howard looking to football future
August 1st, 2004
After a standout football career at Portales High, Jeff Howard found himself struggling to decide where he wanted to play in college.
His father, Eastern New Mexico University offensive coordinator Mi...
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