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Governor visits Clovis
September 30th, 2004
Gov. Bill Richardson was in town Thursday to speak with local citizens and officials about his 2005 public safety plan and legislative proposals.
He arrived at the Clovis-Carver Library about 2 p.m. i...
Plane retirements shouldn't affect Cannon
September 30th, 2004
Half of the U.S. Air Force’s F-16 fighter jets are likely slated for retirement by 2010, but the plan is not expected to affect the future of Cannon Air Force Base, an official with U.S Sen. Jeff Bi...
Residents unchanged by first debate
September 30th, 2004
Local residents were asked before Thursday’s debate between President George W. Bush and Sen. John Kerry to answer basic questions afterwards:
Lela Jo Halliday, rancher, Democrat
Overall thoughts o...
Paying tribute to our pastors
September 30th, 2004
October is Clergy Appreciation Month and I join with many others in honoring our spiritual leaders.
First, let me say there aren’t enough words to express my gratitude for the many, many selfless ac...
Losing weight one city at a time
September 30th, 2004
Move over Atkins and Jennie Craig! My new City-By-City diet (copyright pending) is sure to take America (or at least eastern New Mexico and West Texas) by storm and make me millions of dollars (or mak...
ENMU ready to tackle winless Angelo State
September 30th, 2004
Jerry Vandergriff has done a lot of winning in his 34 seasons in the Angelo State football program, the last 23 as head coach.
Right now, though, the Rams are going through some tough times.
ASU takes...
Zias drop LSC South opener at Angelo
September 30th, 2004
PNT Staff
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Angelo State got 23 kills from Lynelle Morelan and 18 from Nicole Stoffel Thursday night and outlasted Eastern New Mexico University 31-29, 26-30, 30-28, 22-30, 15-10 i...
Lady Tigers top Floyd in district play
September 30th, 2004
ELIDA — The Elida Lady Tigers improved to 10-3 overall (2-0 District 3-1A) with a 25-21, 25-14, 10-25, 25-16 victory over Floyd on Thursday night.
Elida coach Darrell Chenault said he thought both h...
Clovis man found shot to death
September 29th, 2004
CLOVIS — A Clovis man was found shot to death on Wednesday morning at his residence at 1725 Gidding St., police said.
Police said they are investigating the death as a homicide. No arrests had been...
First lady pays visit to Clovis
September 29th, 2004
CLOVIS — Against the backdrop of a hay-filled truck with a “Viva Bush” sign in its window, first lady Laura Bush told scores of eastern New Mexicans about her husband’s dedication to education...
Sept. 30 Obituaries
September 29th, 2004
Dorothy Zahn, 72
Dorothy Zahn, 72, of Portales, died Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2004, at Roosevelt General Hospital in Portales.
She was born on April 11, 1932, in Causey, to Lillie Mae and William A. Chamber...
Owners complement each other at flower shop
September 29th, 2004
Editor’s Note: The News-Tribune is doing a weekly feature on business owners who have been with their respective businesses for five years or longer.
Roses, daisies, lilies and baby’s breath are...
ENMU players search for missing woman
September 28th, 2004
The Eastern New Mexico University football team called off Tuesday's practice and traveled to Alamogordo to help search for a former player's mother who's been missing since Friday.
ENMU head coach Bu...
Portales area team competes in own high school rodeo
September 28th, 2004
Three members of the Portales area high school rodeo team earned top-two finishes in the team over the weekend in the team’s rodeo at the Roosevelt County Fairgrounds.
Tori Bilberry of Elida was sec...
Goddard rallies past Lady Rams
September 28th, 2004
ROSWELL — Roswell Goddard rallied from a 2-1 deficit in games Tuesday night to edge the Portales Lady Rams 25-19, 25-27, 16-25, 25-20, 15-6 in a non-district volleyball matchup.
The Lady Rockets, wh...
Brown Elementary receives kindergarten funds
September 28th, 2004
A New Mexico legislative committee approved a $2.5 million boost for the construction additions to the Brown Early Childhood Center in Portales, according to a press release on Tuesday.
Rep. Jose Cam...
Tight security expected for first lady visit
September 28th, 2004
It’s not the president visiting Clovis today, but local Republicans say security at the event may be just as tight.
First lady Laura Bush makes a stop in Clovis today, the first major Republican Par...
Sept. 29 Elida News
September 28th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays Oct. 1-8: Rocky Burris, Tim Bob Wilson, Anna Fay Lee, Shalie Anthony, Cindy Hendershot, Shane Ferguson, Troy Fine, Florine West, Caleb Widner, Durwood Dixon, Benny Jenkins and Ve...
Sept. 29 Dora/South County News
September 28th, 2004
Rain and more rain the past week. There are signs on the road north of Dora, 2 to 4 miles that warns of water on the highway. The fields look water soaked in the area. All of the area west of Donald M...
Sept. 29 Floyd News
September 28th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays: Cress Harvey; Pat Griffith
Upcoming Events
• Friday is an ELS day at the school.
• The Floyd Back Porch Pickers will meet Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Community Building.
•...
Flowers cover mistakes when memories of English class can't
September 28th, 2004
There are three main reasons a guy would enter a flower shop:
A) He screwed up and needs to make an apology.
B) He wants to use flowers to put material backing into his affection.
C) Both A and B.
I w...
Zias collect victory in 4 over Midwestern State
September 27th, 2004
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University took the season series from Midwestern State 2-1, beating the Lady Indians 30-27, 30-27, 20-30, 30-22 Monday night in a Lone Star Conference cros...
Lady Tigers finish seventh in Capitan tourney
September 27th, 2004
CAPITAN — The Elida Lady Tigers went 1-2 and finished seventh over the weekend in an eight-team tournament.
Elida (8-3) beat the Artesia junior varsity 25-11, 25-10, 25-18 in the final round after l...
Sept. 28 Obituaries
September 27th, 2004
Filomena Salazar, 100
Filomena Sena Salazar, 100, died Monday, Sept. 27, 2004, at Roosevelt General Hospital in Portales.
She was born on July 5, 1904, in Sena, to Regina and Antonio Sena.
She grew up...
Bush backers excited about first lady visit
September 27th, 2004
With first lady Laura Bush scheduled to visit Clovis Wednesday, the local Republicans are ecstatic at the prospect of hearing a top figure in the Bush-Cheney campaign speak at a political rally.
Sinc...
United Way dessert auction set for Thursday
September 27th, 2004
This year’s Roosevelt County United Way dessert auction has one main priority — to raise money for the charitable organization.
Two other priorities take precedence during this year’s auction, h...
ENMU set to honor traditions for annual homecoming
September 27th, 2004
reparations are underway as Eastern New Mexico University prepares to celebrate its 66th homecoming. This year’s theme, “Spirit, Pride, Tradition” recognizes ENMU for its 70th year as a Universi...
Former ENMU student publishes book
September 27th, 2004
Former Eastern New Mexico University student Gloria Hightower put her sleepless nights to use, and now has a book to show for it.
Hightower, who attended ENMU from 1955-56 has a murder mystery out cal...
ENMU notches SSC win over Missouri Southern
September 25th, 2004
JOPLIN, Mo. — Freshman forward Albert Robinson scored an unassisted goal about five minutes into the second half Saturday and Eastern New Mexico University’s men made it stand up for a 1-0 win ove...
Air Expo draws crowd to Cannon
September 25th, 2004
Chilly temperatures and intermittent rain showers at Saturday’s 2004 Air Expo at Cannon Air Force Base sent spectators scurrying for cover under the wings of multimillion dollar jet fighters and see...
County people hope to fight illiteracy
September 25th, 2004
The Portales councilors proclaimed Thursday as ‘Literacy Day’ for Portales and it brought awareness to one of the issues facing Roosevelt County residents.
Currently, 25 percent of people in Roo...
Man found guilty of EBT theft
September 25th, 2004
=Ricardo Mendez, 37, of Clovis was found guilty of accessing a computer with the intent to commit a crime and two counts of theft identity on Friday by 9th Judicial District Judge Joe Parker.
Distric...
Sept. 26 Public Record
September 25th, 2004
The following marriage certificates were recently issued in the Roosevelt County Courthouse:
— Richard Lee Tomlison, 27, and Jacquelyn Gardiner, 20, both of Portales.
— Ronald Pace, 34, and Amand...
Freshman-sophomore battle one for the ages
September 25th, 2004
A tradition persisted in my hometown involving freshman hazing at our local college, the Colorado School of Mines. It culminated in a public showing of manly strength in the center of town as sophomor...
Johnny Appleseed lives on due to history
September 25th, 2004
Sometimes Don Criss dresses up like he’s George Washington. This does not necessarily mean Don is nuts, although that could amount to a matter of opinion. As Polonius would say, there is a method to...
Personalities Plus: Manuel Varela
September 25th, 2004
Your name: Manuel Varela
Your job: Associate Professor of Biology at ENMU
Your age (and birth date): 41 years old, December 3, 1962
Your hometown: Santa Fe, NM
Occupation: University Professor and Sci...
Walker known as scholar, hero
September 25th, 2004
Forrest A. Walker was a scholar that believed in honesty and giving back to the community. He lived a life filled with many accomplishments. He impacted the lives of many people whether it was in deed...
Sept. 26 Obituaries
September 25th, 2004
Thelma S. Bailey, 88
Mrs. Thelma S. Bailey, 88, of Clovis, died Thursday, Sept. 23, 2004, in Logan.
She was born on Dec. 13, 1915, in Atoka, Okla., to W.O. and Bessie Shelton.
She was a past president...
Bond money stocks junior high library
September 25th, 2004
A well-stocked library can be a cornerstone for students which opens a door of opportunity for a growing mind as their interests and education develops.
Thanks to the general obligation bond issue tha...
Sept. 26 Dora School News
September 25th, 2004
Tribute to students
Time marches on and fall has finally arrived and it’s great to really feel like fall weather outside. The students are all excited and full of pep and nonsense when they arrive i...
Sept. 26 Floyd School News
September 25th, 2004
Upcoming Events
• Friday will be an ELS day.
• The homecoming bonfire will be Oct. 15th. Homecoming will be Oct. 16 against Clovis Christian.
• Junior Carnival will be October 29.
Changes re...
Sept. 26 Faith Triumphant School News
September 25th, 2004
Upcoming Events
Friday: Parent/Student flag football game at 6 p.m. at Conqueror Field. Hamburger meals will be sold for $5 for adults and $3 for children. This will include a hamburger, chips, dr...
Sept. 26 Elida School News
September 25th, 2004
Students from Eastern New Mexico University are obtaining teacher field experience by observing classes at both the elementary and secondary levels. The students rotate through experiences. It is usua...
Teen gets closer to God in trailer
September 23rd, 2004
Some adventures in music take people across the planet. Scott Handy’s took him to his family’s back yard.
Handy cut and produced his first album, “Think Twice,” in a trailer behind his parent...
Air show set for Saturday
September 23rd, 2004
Cannon Air Force Base’s Air Power Expo will open Saturday with a peaceful glider flight across the sky to the tune of the national anthem. Then it will get noisy.
Four F-16s from the 524th fighter w...
First Lady to make visit to Clovis
September 23rd, 2004
First lady Laura Bush is scheduled to be in Clovis on Wednesday to campaign for her husband’s re-election, local Republicans said Thursday evening.
Rube Render, a member of the Curry County Republic...
Clovis officer, wife killed in accident
September 23rd, 2004
A Clovis police officer and a Methodist pastor — a husband and wife remembered for their love of God and outgoing personalities — died together shortly after 9 p.m. Wednesday night in a motorcycle...
Sept. 24 Obituaries
September 23rd, 2004
David Bargas, 46
David Bargas, 46, of Midland, Texas, died Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2004, at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock.
He was born on July 18, 1958, in Clovis, to Gene and Gloria Garcia Bargas.
H...
Chase the blues away
September 23rd, 2004
Do you ever feel defeated, depressed or just plain hopeless? I think we all do at times. That’s when to rise up on the offensive. If I had my life to live over again, one thing I surely would do.....
Sometimes it helps to not understand
September 23rd, 2004
Why do people take it personal if you ask them to repeat themselves?
“Huh?”
These three letters must be the most detestable sounds in the English language because people flip out when I say them....
Lady Tigers defeat Melrose
September 23rd, 2004
ELIDA — The Elida Lady Tigers opened District 3-1A play Thursday night with a 25-19, 25-15, 25-17 victory over Melrose.
Elida coach Darrell Chenault said the Lady Tigers fell behind in the first gam...
Hounds look to turn tables against ACU
September 23rd, 2004
Abilene Christian football coach Gary Gaines figured his team was about due against Tarleton State.
After all, the Wildcats had lost six in a row against the Texans going into last Saturday’s matchu...
City councils show approval for Ute Water project
September 22nd, 2004
City councilors discussed the importance of the Ute Water Project at the city meeting on Tuesday while Mayor Orlando Ortega was in Washington D.C. giving testimony in favor of the Ute Water Project on...
Bonner credits family for persistence
September 22nd, 2004
Editor’s Note: The News-Tribune is doing a weekly profile on local business owners who have been at that respective business for at least the last five years.
David Bonner has been helping people p...
Zias run win streak to eight by beating winless Pioneers
September 21st, 2004
Junior Lindsay Schiely and sophomore Grace George combined for 23 kills and just two hitting errors Tuesday night, and Eastern New Mexico University’s volleyball team ran its winning streak to eigh...
Lady Coyotes dominate early, cruise to victory over Portales
September 21st, 2004
With several of his players using a jump-serve, Roswell High coach Bryan Masse expects some errors.
He also hopes to counter those mistakes with easy points.
Sophomore Samantha Matta led a bevy of jum...
All types of discrimation are harmful
September 21st, 2004
I fear I may be a victim of discrimination.
But before every lawyer within the area tries to reach me, let me explain that it’s a tough case to win. There’s no concrete evidence, and this isn’t...
Pickers keep up with passion for music
September 21st, 2004
FLOYD — David Nash insists that there’s a different story behind every member of the Floyd Backporch Pickers.
The evidence supports him. There’s the former business owner that admits he’s stil...
Measure passes for beer and wine licenses
September 21st, 2004
Portales residents decided in a special election Tuesday to allow beer and wine licenses for city restaurants.
There were 374 votes cast in support of the proposal and 338 votes against.
Mayor Orland...
Portales native resigns from Curry County office
September 21st, 2004
By Ryan Lengerich
CNJ STAFF WRITER
ryan_lengerich@link.freedom.com
After 15 years as Curry County manager, Geneva Cooper took a deep breath and read aloud her resignation to the commission Tuesday.
Co...
Sheriff's department asks for salary increases
September 21st, 2004
Roosevelt County Sheriff’s department officials presented county commissioners with a cost analysis on Tuesday for an increase in pay, but county commissioners stressed that it’s not in the budget...
Developers find opposition regarding Ute Lake
September 21st, 2004
CLOVIS — Two developers with big plans for Ute Lake have met resistance from officials who fear development may contaminate the lake’s water, reserved as a future drinking supply for residents of...
Sept. 22 Obituaries
September 21st, 2004
James Wise , 86
James D. “Jim” Wise Sr., 86, died Friday, Sept. 17, 2004, in Houston.
He was born on Aug. 26, 1918, in Taiban, to Ezekiel James and Emily Stone Wise.
He was born and educated in Ne...
Sept. 22 South County News
September 21st, 2004
Showers fell Sunday over most of this area. There was just over half inch at Milnesand, but only showers other places.
There was almost two inches that fell on Weldon and Hershell Carmichael areas and...
Sept. 22 Elida News
September 21st, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays Sept. 26-Oct. 1: Rosie McKinney, Hadee Blake Oder, Christy Rippie Gainer, Chek Rippie, Wayne Kinman, Evelyn Powell, Herther Chandler, Trinity Watt, Gary Good, Terri Dee Tester, G...
Sept 22 Dora News
September 21st, 2004
More wonderful rain fell Sunday and Monday in the area and was a great boost to crops, grass, gardens and weeds. I hear there is a little cotton with some boles beginning to open. There are some of th...
Sept. 22 Floyd News
September 21st, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays: Fred Patterson; Chek Rippee; Christy Rippee Gainer.
Anniversaries: Darwin and Sheri Chenault.
Upcoming Events
• There are no events this week. Please let me know if you have...
Lady Broncos go five to beat House
September 21st, 2004
FLOYD — The Floyd Lady Broncos had to go the distance Tuesday night to beat House 24-26, 25-22, 25-22, 17-25, 15-5 in a non-district volleyball match.
Senior Noel Carpenter had nine kills and junior...
PHS junior preparing for national track meet in Hawaii
September 21st, 2004
Track season may be a long ways off for most athletes, but not for Portales High’s Amador Lujan.
The junior was recently selected to participate in a national track & field meet at the University of...
Man at center of CBS debate has Portales roots
September 20th, 2004
The man at the center of CBS’ reports questioning President Bush’s National Guard service is a native of Portales.
Bill Burkett of Baird, Texas, near Abilene, graduated from Portales High School i...
Residents to decide on licenses today
September 20th, 2004
Portales voters will decide today if city restaurant owners can apply for beer and wine licenses from the state.
If voters approve, restaurant owners could begin sending applications to the state’s...
ENMU enrollment on the rise
September 20th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University continues the trend of rise in enrollment with 3,959 students for the fall semester, the biggest enrollment number since 1993 when there were 3,973 students and the secon...
ENMU freshman living up to her parents
September 20th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University freshman Raelyn Gardner has something to live up to in the school’s rodeo program.
The daughter of former ENMU rodeo standouts, Gardner made her mark in the school’s...
Lady Tigers beat Tucumcari in three
September 20th, 2004
ELIDA — Coming off a championship in a weekend tournament hosted by the Roswell Goddard junior varsity, the Elida volleyball team improved to 7-1 for the season on Monday night by sweeping past Tuc...
Unbeaten Floyd cruises past Hondo
September 18th, 2004
HONDO — Junior Jerrod Long scored three touchdowns and threw for another and intercepted four passes Friday night as unbeaten Floyd routed Hondo 48-0 in six-man football.
Long, who incereased his in...
ENMU men post shutout win over St. Ed's in home opener
September 18th, 2004
The first-year Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer program finally got to play its first home match on Friday, and the Greyhounds made the most of it.
Sophomore forward Jonathan Holman scored...
Ripple effect varies for businesses around collapsed building
September 18th, 2004
Downtown business owners are adjusting to the ripple effect of the collapse of the Prestige Carpets wall on Wednesday.
The wall above the Prestige Carpets store was taken down on Wednesday with a cont...
License vote coming Tuesday
September 18th, 2004
Portales citizens will have a choice on Tuesday as to whether or not more restaurants in the city will be allowed to serve a glass of beer or wine with a meal.
If Portales voters approve the measure,...
Social workers face pressure of ramifications
September 18th, 2004
One of the hardest tasks Sherel Whited faces as a social worker is making decisions she knows will change the lives of the parents and children.
A social worker supervisor for the Children, Youth and...
Teachers continue program of character-building
September 18th, 2004
Teachers always try to instill responsibility in their students. It becomes even more of an issue this month, thanks to a long-standing Portales school system that focuses on character.
Responsibility...
Sept. 19 Elida School News
September 18th, 2004
Book fair this week
The Elida Elementary School will sponsor the Scholastic Book Fair Monday through Thursday. The fair will be open every day from noon to 4 p.m. The books will be located in the elem...
Sept. 19 Portales Junior High News
September 18th, 2004
Pictures Monday
Yearbook sponsor Jon Birdsong reminds students to get ready for school pictures first thing Monday morning. The Lifetouch studio states that no money is needed on picture day. Students...
Sept. 19 Floyd School News
September 18th, 2004
Upcoming Events
• October 1st will be an ELS day.
School Pictures
School pictures will be taken on Tuesday. Please dress appropriately, as these are for the yearbook.
College Days
All Seniors are...
Sept. 19 Dora School News
September 18th, 2004
Dora School News
There is no school Monday, but there will be volleyball games here in Dora at 4 p.m. Floyd’s junior high, junior varsity and varsity teams will be here to play our Lady Coyotes.
Ev...
Clovis superintendent in running for college job
September 18th, 2004
The superintendent of Clovis schools would like to forward his career beyond K-12 education, a desire confirmed by his recent interest in the president’s job at North Central Missouri College.
Offic...
Sept. 19 Obituaries
September 18th, 2004
Mickey Haas, 67
Mr. Mickey E. Haas, 67, of Portales, died Thursday, Sept. 16, 2004, at his home.
He was born on June 9, 1937, in Carlsbad, to Rueben and Rowena Ansley Haas.
He joined the U.S. Navy in...
Sept. 19 Public Record
September 18th, 2004
The following marriage certificates were recently issued in the Roosevelt County Courthouse:
• Chad Vaden, 28, and Wendie Fajardo, 25, both of Portales.
• Dennis Naranjo Jr., 22, and Tara Candice...
Use the Yankee-to-Brit dictionary
September 18th, 2004
The next time you travel to England — I’m sure you do every year or so, don’t you? — don’t wait until the last minute to brush up on a few phrases so you can find bathrooms and order beer, n...
Every election has its importance
September 18th, 2004
Those of us in this community who have remained reasonably close to consciousness realize an election will take place in November. But how many of us know about the one this Tuesday?
Registered Por...
Tigers' fast start too much for Hounds
September 18th, 2004
ADA, Okla. — Junior running back King Bennett rushed for 176 yards and four touchdowns Saturday night as East Central defeated Eastern New Mexico University 33-14 in a Lone Star Conference crossover...
Ward always worked overtime for friends, family
September 18th, 2004
Bill Ward, age 52, died Sept. 2, 2004, at his home. Family members said he was a man of integrity to all those that were touched by his loving generosity and kindness.
He was an employee for the cit...
Gena Sanchez: Personalities Plus
September 18th, 2004
Your name: Gena Sanchez
Your job: ENMU student
Your age (and birth date): November 15, 1980, 23 years old
Our hometown: Clayton..
Occupation: Student teacher at James Elementary School
Your family (Sp...
Rams suffer first loss at Denver City
September 18th, 2004
DENVER CITY, Texas — Although they played better again after the half, there would be no romp to victory this time for the Portales High Rams.
Nemesis Denver City made sure of that with an overpower...
Gospel comes by way of one-man show
September 16th, 2004
Local residents can watch Atlanta actor Brad Sherrill perform “The Gospel of John” — a word-for-word, one-man show — at 6 p.m. Sunday at Marshall Auditorium.
The event is sponsored by the Cl...
Sept. 17 Obituaries
September 16th, 2004
Michael Dallas, 52
Michael B. Dallas, 52, of McFarland, Calif., died Monday, Sept. 13, 2004, in Stanford, Calif.
He was born on Oct. 27, 1951, in Portales.
Survivors include his wife of 34 years, Done...
Latinas try to shatter stereotypes
September 16th, 2004
Somebody said something the other day that ticked me off.
I was apologetically five minutes late for an interview. I even called my boss to tell this person I was going to be five minutes late. When I...
Family gatherings are steppingstones of life
September 16th, 2004
“Okay girls, now listen up. In the morning us guys are getting up early. We’re going to the ranch and cook the best cowboy campfire breakfast you ever ate.”
“Yeah, right,” we all answered in...
Rodgers arraigned on probation violation
September 15th, 2004
A former Eastern New Mexico University student, convicted of vehicular homicide last year, was back in court on Wednesday. This time, Tiffany Rodgers is accused of violating terms of her probation.
Ro...
Ute water meeting set up to see who's in, who's out
September 15th, 2004
Scott Verhines, program manager of the Eastern New Mexico Rural Water System, said the goal of holding workshops in Roosevelt, Curry and Quay counties is to see who is willing to commit to the Ute Wat...
Local business' building cracks under pressure
September 15th, 2004
The Prestige Carpets building began to break down and Heflin Construction and Portales Fire Department officials responded to the breakdown on Wednesday afternoon.
Portales Fire Marshall Mike Running...
Sept. 16 Obituaries
September 15th, 2004
Billie Selman, 70
Mrs. Billie Evelyn Marie Sanders Selman, 70, of Clovis, a housewife, mother and certified nursing assistant, died Sunday, Sept. 12, 2004, at her home.
She was born on March 29, 1934,...
Woman expresses self through sewing
September 15th, 2004
Editor’s Note: The Portales News-Tribune is doing a weekly profile of local business owners who have been at the respective business for five years or longer.
Local business owner Kay Vannatta of X...
Dora fire department receives grant
September 14th, 2004
The Dora Fire Department has received a $25,200 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Administration and will use the money for rescue equipment for the department.
Village of Dora clerk Becky...
Roosevelt fair queen finishes as runnerup
September 14th, 2004
Roosevelt County Fair Queen, Adrienne Coe, represented her County at the New Mexico State Fair last week. The youngest of 14 girls, she was competing for the title of New Mexico State Fair Queen in Al...
Players believe in acting
September 14th, 2004
CLOVIS — Allison Cochran approached the free-throw line Tuesday afternoon and calmly sank two shots.
The 19-year-old Eastern New Mexico University freshman made countless shots in her four-year bask...
Sept. 15 Floyd News
September 14th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays: Tai Nall; Bruce Lee.
Upcoming events
• There will be no school Thursday for Parent/Teacher conferences
• Floyd Back Porch Pickers will meet Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Communit...
Sept. 15 Elida News
September 14th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays Sept. 18-24: Janalle Creighton, Keith Hale, Jim Daughtery, Stephanie Moore, Donna Taylor and Bill Bryant.
Anniversaries: Mr. and Mrs. Darwin Chenault.
Rodeo
At the 4-H State Fin...
Sept. 15 Dora/South County News
September 14th, 2004
This beautiful weather has really been wonderful on all the crops maturing as well as the freshly planted wheat. I believe the moisture has met as the farmers used to say after a good rain. These warm...
Choose your own adventure in rhetoric
September 14th, 2004
Trying hard to invalidate the flip-flop arguments? Or are you trying to prove that Bush is really turning the corner? Like John Edwards said, help is on the way.
What follows is the only speech you’...
Zias, Buzard battle on
September 13th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University women’s basketball coach Dan Buzard is in the middle of radiation and chemotherapy treatments in Albuquerque after he was found to have a cancerous brain tumor in late...
Residents weigh in on presidential race
September 13th, 2004
The presidential election is just two months away and New Mexico is considered a key state by both Democrats and Republicans.
Here’s what a few Portales residents are thinking about the race and who...
Portales prepares for Goddard, again
September 13th, 2004
PNT Staff
The Portales Lady Rams and Roswell Goddard are getting pretty familiar with each other.
The teams were matched up in Pool A of the 16-team Zia Classic in Roswell over the weekend, co-hosted...
ENMU prepares for Mexican Independence Day
September 13th, 2004
Screams of freedom and fireworks will highlight the Mexican Independence Day celebration on Thursday by the fountain in the middle of the Eastern New Mexico University campus.
The Mexican Independence...
ENMU junior named state fair queen
September 13th, 2004
Ashlee Stallings spent Sept. 5 in bed in a battle with strep throat.
There was no way she could compete for the state fair queen crown, she thought.
If that was not bad enough, it was her 20th birth...
Campaign hopes for collegians
September 13th, 2004
A national grassroots group has infiltrated two area colleges in an effort to get young voters to the polls for the November presidential election.
A local organizer for the New Voters Project said sh...
Sept. 14 Obituaries
September 13th, 2004
Belle Cox, 85
Services: 2 p.m. Wednesday at Wheeler Mortuary Chapel in Portales.
Mrs. Belle McCall Cox, 85, of Portales, died Saturday, Sept. 11, 2004, at her home.
She was born on Sept. 6, 1919, in P...
Rams move to 3-0 with win at Raton
September 11th, 2004
RATON — For the third straight game, the Portales Rams found themselves in a dogfight at halftime, and once again they responded.
Trailing 9-6 at the half after committing four turnovers and giving...
ENMU cross country men place eighth at UNM meet
September 11th, 2004
ALBUQUERQUE — Sophomore Ricardo Hernandez finished 31st on Saturday to lead the Eastern New Mexico University men’s cross country team to an eighth-place finish with 276 points in the Lobo Invitat...
Hospital wall pays tribute to Sept. 11 victims
September 11th, 2004
Among many others, one of Exie Starr’s duties at Roosevelt General Hospital is to update a hallway bulletin board each month.
As September came around, Starr searched through her heart and mind, and...
Voters to choose fate on beer, wine licenses
September 11th, 2004
Portales residents will weigh in on whether beer and wine will be flowing through many restaurants in Portales in the near future when they go to the polls on Sept. 21.
If the vote is passed, the Alc...
Sept. 12 Faith Triumphant News
September 11th, 2004
School pictures are scheduled for Sept. 22 at 8:30 a.m. Order forms went home with students this week. Parents, please return the order form with payment to the office by Friday.
We will be having an...
Sept. 12 Dora School News
September 11th, 2004
Enrollment
We have several new students this year and have had new ones start even on Wednesday. We welcome each of you. We have 227 enrolled so far I’m told. I see new faces in the cafeteria and so...
Sept. 12 Floyd School News
September 11th, 2004
Upcoming Events
• The next School Board meeting will be Monday at 7pm.
• Please note the following change in the schedule: Parent/Teacher conferences have been changed from Friday to Thursday. St...
Sept. 12 Portales Junior High News
September 11th, 2004
Patriotic assembly
Friday morning found students celebrating their freedom and honoring military, law enforcement officers, and emergency response personnel as they remembered the terrorist attack of...
Sept. 12 Obituaries
September 11th, 2004
Ruth Creighton, 94
Mrs. Ruth Creighton, 94, of Portales, died Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2004, at her home.
She was born on July 23, 1910, in Franklin, Texas, to Minnie and Henry Moody.
Her parents moved the...
Dinner sometimes more than a meal
September 11th, 2004
Once in a while, my wife Saundra and I decide to go out to dinner, usually on a Friday evening.
As far as the food itself is concerned, I’m happy with a cheeseburger (chicken fried steak if I’m...
Marginal Line a marginal success
September 11th, 2004
You’ve probably never heard of the World War II coastal fortifications on Long Island known as the Marginal Line, built to keep the European forces of evil in check. Frankly, I hadn’t either until...
Sept. 12 Public Record
September 11th, 2004
The following criminal dispositions were recently filed in the Roosevelt County District Court:
— John Paul Hernandez was found guilty of probation violation and will serve the continuation of his p...
Batista a fixture at fixing things
September 11th, 2004
Your name: Joseph Batista
Your job: Maintenance and grounds keeper at Roosevelt County Courthouse
Your age (and birth date): 57, August 21, 1947
Your hometown: Portales
Occupation: Landscaping and Mai...
Parkinson played hand he was dealt
September 11th, 2004
Earl Parkinson of Roosevelt County had been a rancher all of his life. Growing up, he was shy and timid, but as he grew older he was known as being honest, easy going, and hardworking.
“He was a hap...
County United Way chapter starts fund-raising
September 9th, 2004
Together in principle, separate in just about everything else.
That’s how members of the Curry and Roosevelt County United Way boards might describe their current union, as the Roosevelt County boar...
Sept. 10 Obituaries
September 9th, 2004
Marvin Craig, 60
Mr. Marvin Craig, 60, of Portales, died Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2004, at his home.
He was born on July 17, 1944, in Bloomington, Ill., to Edith L. and Richard A. Craig.
He spent his early...
Hotel could be back in business soon
September 9th, 2004
The Portales Inn may be full of life once again as a prospective contractor, Steve Nishimuta of San Diego, Calif. is in the process of renovating it and having a restaurant on the bottom floor for whe...
Remember grandparents on Sunday
September 9th, 2004
Grandparents are special blessings. Some of my most treasured memories are those of “Granny and Granddaddy.” Their influence upon my life remains today.
Granny’s singing filled every facet of he...
More questions than answers surround Sept. 11
September 9th, 2004
More questions than answers following Sept. 11
Three years, more than 1,000 lives and hundreds of billions of dollars since Sept. 11, 2001, I ask, “Have we made a dent in fighting world terrorism or...
Lady Coyotes fall to Grady
September 9th, 2004
GRADY — The Dora Lady Coyotes opened their volleyball season Thursday night, losing to unbeaten (6-0) Grady 25-20, 19-25, 25-22, 25-17.
“We have a lot of things to work on,” Dora coach Myra Skin...
ENMA finishes fifth season of competition
September 9th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico Aquatics has completed its fifth year of competing in New Mexico USA Swimming competitions.
The team prepared for the state meet by competing in several meets throughout the state a...
9-11 activities limited to bank ceremony
September 8th, 2004
The third annual 9-11 memorial commemorating the loss of Americans through a terrorist attack will be held at the Portales National Bank parking lot at 7:30 a.m. on Friday.
“The biggest reason is...
Gamble claims solution to 135-mile rule problem
September 8th, 2004
Eastern New Mexico University President Steven Gamble said there is a solution for a problem with the 135-mile rule which will help ENMU’s enrollment totals and to better benefit from the program.
G...
Sept. 9 Obituaries
September 8th, 2004
Petra Lucero, 75
Petra Lucero, 75, of Clovis, died Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004, at Laurel Plains Healthcare in Clovis.
She was born on July 29, 1929, in Las Vegas, N.M., to Aurielo and Piedad Gonzales Mar...
Mini bikes ruling the road; authorities work to curb riders
September 8th, 2004
They’re the trendiest wheels on the road. But yes, you do need a license to operate a pocket bike on local streets. And at least one retail store owner said last week the mini-motorcycles are not sa...
Roosevelt sheriff's office seeking funds to recruit officers
September 7th, 2004
Discussions over a $3 hour increase in the pay for Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Department deputies came to a halt because of a lack of funds.
Officials at the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s department...
Land dispute settled at city council meeting
September 7th, 2004
More than a year-and-a-half after their initial request for a zoning change was denied, Victor and Linda Baca were able to get approval for the Seal Addition Subdivision Development property in Tuesda...
Cheese plant set to fill vacancies
September 7th, 2004
Victor Orlowski cut about 60 hours of road time a month off his schedule when he came to Clovis to work at the Southwest Cheese Plant.
The plant’s engineer said he doesn’t miss the traffic and lon...
Man killed in wreck in Quay County
September 7th, 2004
Curry County sheriff’s deputy David Kube has made house calls notifying parents that their children have died.
Each time he gave the bad news, he told himself the day would never come when a tragic...
Sept. 8 Obituaries
September 7th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays Sept. 11-17: Julian Carrasco, Whimp Fine, Jackie Howard, Kelli Jo Moore, Jackie Gilmore, Gary Carter, Tana Chander, Tyler Jasso, Johnny Rains, Kelli Boone, Sheli Anthony, Patsy W...
Sept. 8 Elida News
September 7th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays Sept. 11-17: Julian Carrasco, Whimp Fine, Jackie Howard, Kelli Jo Moore, Jackie Gilmore, Gary Carter, Tana Chander, Tyler Jasso, Johnny Rains, Kelli Boone, Sheli Anthony, Patsy W...
Sept. 8 Dora News
September 7th, 2004
There was a little more rain on Saturday night, so it was a Godsend on the fresh green wheat sprigs emerging from mother earth. It sure was nice on the seeds that are being sown now in other fields. I...
Sept. 8 South County News
September 7th, 2004
Rose Hill Ranch
There is usually an annual Rose Hill Ranch Gospel Meeting in the Milnesand area, however, due to the extended dry weather they have not had it for the past two years. So, since the Lor...
Sept. 8 Floyd News
September 7th, 2004
Transitions
Birthdays: Mary Lee; Brantley Potter (2).
Anniversaries: Mike and Tammy Lee.
Upcoming Events
• The School Board will meet Monday at 7 p.m. at the school.
• City Council will meet Tues...
Make sure to honor heroes, whoever they are
September 7th, 2004
There is a common bond among all people in society: We all have our heroes.
We incorporate a seemingly illogical bond on those we hold dear, and our expectations are always going to be higher than wh...
In education, all parties need to be accountable
September 7th, 2004
It was probably troubling to Portales citizens to find out that all of the public schools in the Portales district failed to meet adequate yearly progress from the state’s perspective. After all, it...
ENMU soccer teams blanked
September 6th, 2004
PUEBLO, Colo. — Colorado State-Pueblo proved too tough for Eastern New Mexico University’s soccer teams, scoring shutout wins in both ends of the doubleheader.
CSU-P won the women’s game 2-0 to...
Sept. 7 Obituaries
September 6th, 2004
Wanda Jackson, 62
Wanda “Nana” Jackson, 62, died Sept. 2, 2004 in Meeker, Okla.
Jackson was born March 2, 1942, in Hagerman to Dennis Willard and Eva Fern Fenter. She was raised in New Mexico and...
Labor Day sees difference among generations
September 5th, 2004
The focus all year is on work, but this Monday will give United States and Roosevelt County residents an opportunity to relax instead of punching the clock at their jobs or attending classes. Resident...
Q&A: Sue Strickler
September 5th, 2004
Sue Strickler, a political science professor at Eastern New Mexico University, recently spoke about the current political climate in America and the upcoming presidential election. Stricker holds a ma...
Movie crew sets up shop in Clovis
September 5th, 2004
Producers of a movie called “Believe in Me” say filming will begin before the end of the month, and their Clovis production office will open Tuesday in the Wells Fargo Bank building.
If all goes...
PHS drama club ready for new season
September 5th, 2004
The act of engaging in theatrical drama is something everyone has practiced whether they are wise to it or not.
Bill Strong, the Drama teacher at the Portales High School, said, “Acting is an imita...
Sept. 5 Portales Junior High News
September 5th, 2004
No school Monday
Students and staff join their families Monday as the school releases to celebrate Labor Day. Principal Steve Harris wishes each family a safe and relaxing time together as they prepar...
Sept. 5 Floyd School News
September 5th, 2004
Upcoming events
• There will be no school on Monday for Labor Day.
• The next School Board meeting will be Sept. 13th.
• Please note the following change in the schedule: Parent/Teacher conferen...
Sept. 5 Faith Triumphant News
September 5th, 2004
Documentary help sought
The film classes will begin filming their documentaries on the pioneers of Roosevelt County and its history. If you know a senior citizen from the community who either lived he...
Sept. 5 Dora School News
September 5th, 2004
New custodian
Mr. Rodney Hernandez of Portales has joined our crew of custodians at Dora. We welcome him to our school. We also want to let Wayne Smith know he is missed.
Home economics
The home econ...
Sept. 5 Elida School News
September 5th, 2004
The Elida School District earned an “adequate yearly progress” rating, according to the New Mexico Public Education Department. It indicates that Elida Elementary and Elida High School met the ann...
Time isn't always worth saving
September 5th, 2004
As anyone who knows me realizes, I am not the handiest fellow in the world. In the jungle of home repair and maintenance, my competence can be compared to that of a fairly intelligent orangutan with...
Deep in the heart of Texas, there's religion
September 5th, 2004
If you want to get deep into religion, find a Texan. They even think Moses was a Texan. As proof they point to a wall in the Cross Trails Church in Fairlie, Texas, which contains the King Ranch versio...
Sept. 5 Obituaries
September 5th, 2004
Frances Ussery, 69
Frances Joann Ussery, 69, of Roswell, died Friday, Sept. 3, 2004, at her home.
She was born on Oct. 7, 1934, in Rogers, to Sybil and Pike Van Winkle.
She married John Ussery on Feb....
Sept. 5 Public Record
September 5th, 2004
The following criminal dispositions were recently filed in the Roosevelt County District Court:
— Michael Quintero, 38, found guilty of distribution to controlled substance, methamphetamine and will...
Rogers valued work ethic all of her life
September 5th, 2004
Vera Rogers was a quiet woman but not one that let hard work intimidate her.
Born on July 20, 1915, in Goldthwaite, Texas, she was the second child born out of nine. She and her family moved to Elida...
Southeastern posts 45-21 win over Hounds
September 4th, 2004
DURANT, Okla. — Senior quarterback Drew Beard ran for 231 yards and two touchdowns and threw for 295 yards and three scores Saturday night, setting a school and Lone Star Conference single-game tota...
ENMU soccer teams sweep Colorado Christian
September 4th, 2004
LAKEWOOD, Colo. — Sophomore forward Johnathan Holman collected two goals and an assist Friday as Eastern New Mexico stayed unbeaten in its first season of competition with a 4-1 victory over Colorad...
Lady Tigers split weekend matches
September 4th, 2004
GRADY — The Grady Lady Bronchos rallied from two games down to edge Elida 18-25, 20-25, 25-11, 27-25, 17-15 Saturday afternoon.
It was the third match in three days for the Lady Tigers (2-1), who be...
Sept. 3 Obituaries
September 2nd, 2004
Bill Ward, 52
Mr. Bill Ward, 52, of Portales, died Thursday, Sept. 2, 2004, at his home.
He was born on June 9, 1952, in Ruidoso, to Jessie and John H. Ward.
He grew up in Ruidoso. He was living in Ce...
Office set to help new businesses
September 2nd, 2004
The Small Business Development Center of Clovis Community College is opening a satellite office beginning Sept. 10 in Portales.
The Roosevelt County Enterprise Center, the official name for the office...
Discover the blessings in your life
September 2nd, 2004
Last week I saw my beautiful friend walk across the stage to receive her educational degree. She is on her way to a successful career, discovering one of the many blessings in her life.
This friend ha...
Surprise: You may be a workaholic
September 2nd, 2004
Don’t ya just love three-day weekends? The Labor Day holiday is a great way to say goodbye to summer and enjoy one last big summer bash before things settle down for the winter.
However, if your job...
ENMU gears for another talented QB
September 2nd, 2004
For the second week in a row, Eastern New Mexico University’s defense is facing a top-notch quarterback.
Southeastern Oklahoma’s Drew Beard, a Harlon Hill finalist last season as one of the top pl...
Sept. 2 Obituaries
September 1st, 2004
Elsie Elizabeth Borden, 89
Elsie Elizabeth Borden, 89, of Hobbs, died Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2004, at the Hobbs Health Care.
She was born on Oct. 30, 1916, in Portales.
She married E.M. “Buzz” Borden...
Class allows residents to make dinosaur dig
September 1st, 2004
It didn’t look like much.
Michael Wood dug and scraped at the Quay County soil. He searched for bones — prehistoric bones — though he wasn’t sure exactly what they looked like.
And then he sa...
New drug program coming for Portales fourth-graders
September 1st, 2004
A new drug and alcohol prevention program at Valencia Elementary will be one of the first programs introduced to a New Mexico school, according to Roosevelt County Teen Court Coordinator Barbara Roger...
PHS spikers open home slate tonight
September 1st, 2004
Portales High sophomore Morgan Erf is making a big jump this season for the Lady Rams volleyball squad.
Coming up from the freshman team last year, the defensive specialist is adjusting to life on the...
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