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On the shelves — Sept. 30
September 29th, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library" What Money Can't Buy: The Moral Limits of Markets" by Michael Sandell addresses ethical questi...
School menus — Sept. 30
September 29th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Chicken nuggets, green beans, grape tomatoes, chilled peaches, whole wheat roll.Tuesday: Breakfast...
Honors — Sept. 30
September 29th, 2012
ThackrahAshley Marie Thackrah of Clovis graduated from Kansas State University this summer cum laude with a Bachelor of Science....
Creative Living: Bread shaping tips featured on show
September 29th, 2012
Information on shaping breads and new crafting products will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.)Sharon Davis is...
Senior happenings — Sept. 30
September 29th, 2012
Friendship Senior Center901 West 13th St.Monday: 9 a.m.-11 a.m. coffee klatch, 1 p.m. Pinochle.Tuesday: 9 a.m.-11 a.m. coffee klatch; 4 p.m. birthday and fun nightWed...
Time to put referee furor in perspective
September 29th, 2012
The regular readers of this column will, I think, attest to the fact that I am anything but pessimistic, or its close relative, cynical.That being said, the recent flap over the missed call...
‘Sand Hills’ trips mean picnics
September 29th, 2012
Some knew it as Taylor's Grove and even more referred to the place as Oasis State Park. In my circles it was simply "The Sand Hills" growing up.A trip to the "Sand Hills" meant a picnic...
Our people: Starting young
September 29th, 2012
Jeshal Patel moved from Los Angeles to Clovis in January 2011 to attend Eastern New Mexico University and help his parents Raj and Mina, manage Motel 7 on Mabry Drive. Patel, who also goes by Jeh,...
ENMU ROUNDUP: Tarleton denies Zias' upset bid
September 29th, 2012
For the second night in a row, the Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team gave a highly-regarded Lone Star Conference opponent a pretty good battle at Greyhound Arena, at least for a while.
Area prep volleyball — Sept. 29
September 29th, 2012
CAPITAN — In a battle of unbeaten defending state champions, three-time Class 1A champ Tatum got the best of two-time Class B titlist Elida 25-14, 25-8, 25-14 on Saturday in the finals of the...
Be careful toying with cherry bombs
September 29th, 2012
Back in the days of yore in a high mountain valley of Colorado lived aranch kid named Sparky. In the winter time his valley would be coveredwith snow. The evergreen forests, blue skies, frozen pond...
Resident appointed to board
September 29th, 2012
Dairy spokesperson and lobbyist Beverly Idsinga didn’t seek the job. But when Gov. Susana Martinez asked her to take it, Idsinga said yes without hesitation.
Community Calendar — Sept. 30
September 29th, 2012
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&rsquo...
Altrusa Home Tour to raise funds for school books
September 29th, 2012
The 35th annual Altrusa Home Tour will be held Oct. 7 to raise funds to purchase 1,000 books for third grade students in Roosevelt County schools. The annual fundraiser, held by the no...
Police Blotter — Sept. 30
September 29th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday11 a.m.: Caller reported two stray dogs in her yard, 700 block of N...
Local Brief — Arrests made in thefts case
September 29th, 2012
Two Roosevelt County residents were arrested Wednesday in connections with one of 11 thefts, which have been reported to the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office in the last two months.A...
Foreign exchange student assimilating well to area
September 29th, 2012
Annemarijn Bruinsma kicked a soccer ball across the Clovis High School football field, along with fellow teammates during soccer practice Monday afternoon.
Events Calendar — Sept. 30
September 29th, 2012
TodayNight of the Song Bird: Viva Vegas — 2 p.m., Studio Theatre of the ENMU University Theatre Center. Tickets $4. Info...
Oasis turns fifty
September 29th, 2012
Fifty years ago this week, Alexander’s New Mexico Drug in Portales was gearing up for the “cough ’n’ cold season” with a special on electric blankets — $12.95.
My Turn — Drunken driving ruins lives
September 29th, 2012
On July 17, 2004, Clovis resident Christian Heller and his wife, Regina, experienced every parent’s worst nightmare — their son’s car was hit by a drunken driver.Christian...
Angelo State hands ENMU 49-19 setback
September 29th, 2012
BLACKWATER DRAW — At times Saturday, it looked like Angelo State could have named its score.
Muslim group slaughters our views and beliefs
September 29th, 2012
I am writing this today because I was outraged at what was in our local paper on Sept. 23. We are losing our freedom to pray and speak of God, Jesus and the Christian faith. Thi...
Prairie chicken protection needed
September 29th, 2012
Far be it for me to offer political advice, but were I a state Senate candidate I would lay off the prairie chicken. You don’t want to mess with lesser prairie chicken, fo...
Zias turn back Incarnate Word
September 28th, 2012
Sophomore defender Victoria Perez scored two first-half goals and Eastern New Mexico University never looked back on Friday in posting a 3-1 Lone Star Conference women’s soccer victory over I...
No. 11 Rambelles subdue Zias
September 28th, 2012
For just a moment Friday night, it looked like Eastern New Mexico University’s volleyball team was bent on a major upset.The Zias jumped on No. 11 Angelo State for a 15-3 lead in Game...
Friday prep football capsules — Sept. 28
September 28th, 2012
Tucumcari 28, Fort Sumner 14Records: Fort Sumner 4-2, Tucumcari 5-0.Difference: The Foxes outgained the Class 2A Rattlers 237-210, b...
Meetings watch: ENMU Board of Regents
September 28th, 2012
At the Eastern New Mexico University Board of Regents meeting Friday in the Regents Room in the Administration Building, regents:• Heard a report from ENMU Foundation President Steve Do...
Higher education secretary shares experiences
September 28th, 2012
New Mexico Secretary of Higher Education Jose Garcia told Eastern New Mexico University students on Friday he was naive about growing up in a multicultural household. And how he would later learn t...
In search of ponies: Cattle better off eating candy
September 28th, 2012
The next time little Johnny turns his nose up at the meatloaf before him; you can try enticing him by letting him in on a little secret — it's actually sugar beef, infused with gummy bears a...
Facebook bullying catches attention of Clovis police, school officials
September 28th, 2012
Postings on a new Facebook page have prompted Clovis police and Clovis Municipal Schools officials to launch an investigation into online bullying.Clovis Police Chief Steve Sanders says no t...
Dexter holds off Rams, 15-14
September 28th, 2012
BLACKWATER DRAW — It was Homecoming for Portales. Because an earlier game had to be moved, it also served as the Rams’ home opener.The Dexter Demons, though, spoiled it by pullin...
Fort Sumner, Elida advance to semis in Capitan tourney
September 28th, 2012
CAPITAN — Fort Sumner and Elida advanced to the semifinals of the eight-team Capitan Classic volleyball tournament on Friday night.The Vixens (8-1) cruised past Cloudcroft 25-13, 25-12...
Lots of changes noted by visiting alumni
September 28th, 2012
Several Eastern New Mexico University graduates of the class of 1962 laughed Friday afternoon as they tried to get their bearings on the campus grounds.For most of the dozen 50-year alumni i...
US banks hit by more than a week of cyberattac
September 28th, 2012
U.S. banks have been buffeted by more than a week of powerful cyberattacks, but the mystery surrounding their perpetrators lingers. One expert said Friday that he was suspicious of claims of...
McGee: Enter the sandman
September 28th, 2012
Some truckers would call it a “disco party,” what some of us saw last Saturday on one of the town’s main drags: An 18-wheeler stopped, surrounded by cop cars, lights a-flashin.&rs...
West Nile hits Roosevelt County
September 28th, 2012
Roosevelt General Hospital reported two cases of West Nile Virus to the New Mexico Department of Health on Friday.Hospital officials said the two patients were diagnosed through RGH out-pati...
No. 11 Buffs shut out ENMU
September 27th, 2012
Dominic Furness had a goal and an assist and Carl Prestidge added two assists on Thursday as 11th-ranked West Texas A&M pulled away in the second half for a 3-0 victory over Eastern New Mexico...
Lady Broncos fall in four
September 27th, 2012
Floyd dominated the first set, but Clovis Christian rallied for an 11-25, 25-20, 28-26, 25-20 victory over the Lady Broncos on Thursday night at Clovis.Jasmine Gomez had 16 kills and two blo...
Rams set for first true home game
September 27th, 2012
While they were technically the "home" team once, the Portales Rams are looking forward to their first game at Greyhound Stadium tonight.The Rams (1-3) host the Dexter Demons (1-3) in a ga...
Prep football capsules
September 27th, 2012
Floyd/Elida (1-3) at Mountainair (1-3)When: 7 p.m. todayLast week: The Broncos lost to Foothill 32-12, while the Mustangs scored a 50-6 win over Melrose.Floyd/...
Rams, Lady Rams drop road outings
September 27th, 2012
ROSWELL — After finishing second in the state Class 1A-3A state tourament last season, Portales boys soccer coach Brian Kirchner tried to toughen up the Rams' schedule this season.So...
Community groups join drug disposal effort
September 27th, 2012
Saturday marks National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, which is sponsored by the New Mexico Department of Public Safety and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and asks individuals to turn i...
Letter to the editor: Government regulation needed to protect markets
September 27th, 2012
Recently when Ben Bernanke announced the Federal Reserve's position on the economy, the radical conservatives and Romney went ballistic.The approved conservative game plan is to do nothing...
Editorial: Can we please move to non-NFL referee topics?
September 27th, 2012
Pardon a moment of snarkiness, but let's remember that the Earth didn't move overnight Wednesday when the NFL referees and owners patched things up and ended their petulant little strike.N...
Restitution could provide justice
September 27th, 2012
Recent and ongoing local events illustrate the folly of imprisonment. The situation is not unique. The same type of events repeat, in limited variation, all across A...
Police Blotter — Sept. 28
September 27th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday12:57 p.m.: Caller requested to speak with an officer in reference...
Events Calendar — Sept. 28
September 27th, 2012
TodayENMU Board of Regents meeting — 9 a.m., Regents Room in the ENMU Administration Building.College of...
My Turn — Certain pastimes capture memories
September 27th, 2012
I’ve openly admitted to all of Portales that I am a superhero comic book nerd and an old movies junky. It gets worse. I’m also a sci-fi and fantasy fan.All those shows the rest o...
ENMU Alumni to be awarded
September 27th, 2012
Alamogordo native and Eastern New Mexico University alumnus Paul A. Mapes will be one of four alumni recognized at ENMU’s Outstanding Alumni Awards Saturday morning.Mapes attended ENMU...
A loved child makes a well-adjusted adult
September 27th, 2012
One of the highest compliments I have ever received was from an 8-year-old. She was one of my students from the year before. As I walked down the hall one day, I heard her say to her new teac...
Area experiencing positive economic signs
September 27th, 2012
Roosevelt and Curry counties are thriving in areas of wage increases and employment in a state that remains one of the three poorest in the nation, according to a recent Census Bureau report.
Settling sometimes pays dividends
September 26th, 2012
Work took me to Rio Rancho on Friday night, and gave me a rare Saturday off in the Albuquerque area. It also let me know the Rolling Stones were onto something. I wanted to use my free...
Fishing report — Sept. 27
September 26th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after t...
My Turn — What's next for homecoming mum?
September 26th, 2012
For anyone who has ever questioned the existence of evolution, I offer irrefutable evidence on display in at least three area schools this weekend: The homecoming mum. I grew up in a ba...
Events Calendar — Sept. 27
September 26th, 2012
TodaySprockets — 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library. Preschool story time. Information: 356-3940.New Daw...
Police Blotter — Sept. 27
September 26th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday12:08 p.m.: Caller reported an animal problem, 400 block of Broadmor...
Sunland shuts down portion of plant
September 26th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — A peanut butter plant in Portales has been shut down since Saturday after an outbreak of salmonella was linked to the facility.The Sunland, Inc., plant...
Zias top Cameron in five
September 25th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University survived two close set losses Tuesday night, rallying for a 27-29, 25-18, 24-26, 25-21, 15-9 Lone Star Conference victory over the Cameron Aggies at Greyhound Arena.
Chief search narrowed to three
September 25th, 2012
Acting police chief Mark Cage is among the three finalists for the city’s police chief position.Veteran law enforcement officials Daniel Shawn Fullagar of Coppell, Texas, and Charles D...
NMMI blanks Portales boys
September 25th, 2012
ROSWELL — The Portales Rams went toe-to-toe for a half with New Mexico Military on Tuesday.The second stanza, though, was another story.Senior Jorge Garza scored twice to lead t...
Lady Rams fall in three on road
September 25th, 2012
ROSWELL — The Portales Lady Rams weren’t able to duplicate a solid home win earlier this month over Class 4A Roswell High in Tuesday’s rematch.The Lady Coyotes were in cont...
ENMU president expects NCAA punishment
September 25th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University’s president said Tuesday he expects the college’s eligibility issues to be cleared up by mid-November.He also expects some form of punishment from t...
Lady Tigers top Dora, remain perfect
September 25th, 2012
DORA — The Elida Lady Tigers, top-ranked in Class B volleyball, improved to 10-0 for the season on Tuesday with a 25-19, 25-18, 25-18 win over host Dora.The Lady...
Prep polls — Week of Sept. 24
September 25th, 2012
FOOTBALLMax preps.comTop 5 (plus local teams)Class 5A1. La C...
Cosmetics company has 'cash flow' issues
September 25th, 2012
A cosmetics company that has received nearly $2 million in financial assistance from the city is having issues opening its facility. Clovis city officials are planning a meeting next week to get mo...
Event Calendar — Sept. 26
September 25th, 2012
TodayWii Wednesday: Wii Sports Resort — 4:30 p.m., Portales Public Library. 13 to 18 years old. Information: 356-3940.Sprockets — 6 p.m., Portales Public...
My turn — Thank you, Roosevelt County
September 25th, 2012
I experienced another first in New Mexico this past week, a first that I consider a milestone. I found out Wednesday that one of my Better Newspaper Contest entries won an award.I actually o...
Police Blotter — Sept. 26
September 25th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Sunday12:36 a.m.: Caller reported a domestic situation, 17th Lane and Avenue H.1:40 a.m.: Caller reported a motorcycle accident, 16t...
Animals sometimes road hazards
September 25th, 2012
Why did the chicken cross the road? In communities surrounded by agriculture, maybe it’s just to get back home after some sort of disruption.It doesn’t happen too often, accordin...
War trauma story affects military
September 25th, 2012
On the stage, seated with a small group of wounded warriors sharing stories of grievous injuries and inspirational recoveries, is an attractive young woman with short and spiked blond hair.When it&...
Viewpoint — Social media message blurs content of trial
September 25th, 2012
A Facebook posting about a pending case by 2nd Judicial District Judge Samuel Winder illustrates why the court system is right to be concerned about the us...
Press release: Beauty Health Science Innovations, Corp.
September 25th, 2012
The City of Clovis is reviewing the activities of Beauty Health Science Innovations Corp., the developer of the cosmetics manufacturing facility southwest of Clovis in the former Frozfruit plant.
Zias fourth, Hounds fifth in ENMU rodeo
September 24th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University finished fourth in women’s competition and fifth on the men’s side in the school’s season-opening College “Daze” Rodeo. The three-day eve...
Dora School News — Sept. 25
September 24th, 2012
Progress reportsTeachers will be issuing progress reports to students today to take home to parents. These reports show academic progress as of...
Events Calendar — Sept. 25
September 24th, 2012
Today 1-2-3 to the Zoo —10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library. Up to 3 years old. Information: 356-3940.Day...
EPCOG approves final round of overdue audits
September 24th, 2012
The Eastern Plains Council of Governments met Monday morning and approved the final round of overdue audits.With a few differences in details, the audit reports of the 2009, 2010 and 2011 fi...
Portales police join new unit
September 24th, 2012
Good things are in store for the Portales Police Department now that it’s a member of the Ninth Judicial District Major Crimes Unit, according to Lt. Mark Cage.“They have a pool...
My Turn — Marching bands best part of Homecoming
September 24th, 2012
I love a parade. More than that, I love memories of parades gone by. My mind holds the scenes vividly. Batons twirling happily by a line of girls clad in sequined suits, sometimes blistering and so...
ENMU performs "Night at the Songbird"
September 24th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University’s homecoming play, “Night at the Songbird: Viva Vegas!,” incorporates the themes of family and feminism, according to director Bryan Hahn.
Police Blotter — Sept. 25
September 24th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Friday10:48 a.m.: Caller reported a grass fire behind a dairy, 2700 block Roosevelt Road 2 in Floyd. 11:34 a.m.: Caller reported a s...
Zias record first soccer win at MSU
September 24th, 2012
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — Senior midfielder Danielle Thurman scored less than nine minutes into the game and the Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team made it stand up for a 1-...
Their view: Appeasing aggressors not a solution
September 22nd, 2012
Political science Professor Marvin Folkertsma offered these words as part of a column for the Center for Vision & Values. It's a historical reminder for those willing to appease aggressors:
Editorial: PRC should give gas project full attention
September 22nd, 2012
On a frigid Feb. 3, 2011, more than 28,000 New Mexico Gas Co. customers lost natural gas service, plunging them into a deep freeze.That was mainly because rolling blackouts in Texas reduced...
Our people: Clovis resident Fred Tate says working is his passion
September 22nd, 2012
For Fred K. Tate, 80, work has never been an issue for him. Since he was a child, Tate remembers working to make money for his family. Today he owns Pop's place and has been running the restaurant...
Parents should lead prayers
September 22nd, 2012
No doubt Satan probably got a kick out of the headlines in the newspaper in Portales last week. "Prayer ruling upheld" relating to a ban on coach led prayer in City League sports.Hopefully...
School menus — Sept. 23
September 22nd, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast scramble. Lunch — Meat and cheese nachos, garden salad and ranch, mini carrots, applesauce.Tuesday: Breakfast &mda...
Animals deserve chance to decent home
September 22nd, 2012
T his is one of those columns that will, ever so blatantly, encourage you to go out and make a difference-this time, in the life of an animal.Shuster the dog is about to celebrate his firs...
Anniversaries — Sept. 23
September 22nd, 2012
SumnerRobert and Joy Sumner of Clovis will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sept. 29, 2012, at 3701 Ben Crenshaw in Clovis. The celebration will be hosted by th...
Club notes — Sept. 23
September 22nd, 2012
Claud Rainy Day Extension ClubThe Claud Rainy Day Extension Club met 1:30 p.m. Sept. 12 at Muffley's Back Door with hostesses Ann Carter and Lucille Johnson.President Ann Carter pr...
Creative Living: Dyeing tips featured on show
September 22nd, 2012
Information on Shibori dyeing with Rit fabric dye, incorporating hardware in needlepoint designs, and creating faux finishes on walls will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on...
On the shelves — Sept. 23
September 22nd, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"Behind the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death, and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity" by Catherine Boo tells the dramatic a...
Rams, Lady Rams top Desert Academy
September 22nd, 2012
SANTA FE — Portales High’s girls have had a bit of a tough go this season, but the Lady Rams enjoyed a profitable weekend in New Mexico’s capital city.After blanking Monte...
Saturday area prep volleyball — Sept. 22
September 22nd, 2012
FLOYD — Delta Navarrete had eight kills, six aces and four digs and Dominique Gomez added six kills, three blocks and four digs as the Floyd Lady Broncos beat San Jon 28-26, 25-15, 25-12 on S...
Tarleton State posts victory over Hounds
September 22nd, 2012
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Vaughn Smith rushed for 167 yards and two touchdowns, including a game-clinching 69-yarder late in the fourth quarter, and Tarleton State held off Eastern New Mexico Uni...
Zias drop sixth straight in loss to Commerce
September 22nd, 2012
COMMERCE, Texas — Texas A&M-Commerce survived a seesaw first set and went on to complete a 27-25, 25-15, 25-14 sweep of Eastern New Mexico University on Saturday in Lone Star Conference v...
Community Calendar — Sept. 23
September 22nd, 2012
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&rsquo...
Two plead in lake incident
September 22nd, 2012
Two Clovis residents have pleaded guilty and four others have been bound over for trial in district court on felony charges connected to what police say was an underage drinking party on Ute Lake r...
Lawsuit deposition set this week
September 22nd, 2012
Roosevelt County Manager Charlene Webb and detention center Administrator David Casanova will be interviewed this week concerning a lawsuit filed against Roosevelt County for discrimination, accord...
Police Blotter — Sept. 23
September 22nd, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday8:45 a.m.: Caller reported stray dogs in the area, 1600 block of Ea...
Events Calendar — Sept. 23
September 22nd, 2012
MondayEPCOG meeting — 10 a.m., 418 Main Street in Clovis. Information: www.epcog.org.Playwright speaking...
Q&A: Award to be presented to alumnus and wife
September 22nd, 2012
The Eastern New Mexico University Foundation awards will be presented at the 37th annual ENMU Foundation Breakfast on Saturday during homecoming. Alumnus Ed Forman and his wife B...
Prayer debate continues
September 22nd, 2012
The controversial exclusion of coach-led prayer in Portales city league sports has sparked questions about prayer at other public and government-funded venues.According to league sorts Direc...
Rams fall in OT; Lady Rams triumphant
September 21st, 2012
SANTA FE — This overtime thing isn’t working out so well lately for the Portales High boys soccer team.The Rams dropped their third consecutive decision in extra time on Friday,...
Prep football capsules — Sept. 22
September 21st, 2012
Texico 23, Eunice 0Records: Eunice 2-2, Texico 3-0.Difference: The Wolverines scored twice...
Rommell propels Cleveland past Cats
September 21st, 2012
RIO RANCHO — Whether by ground or by air, Jordan Rommell delivered.The 5-foot-9, 165-pound senior saved most of his deliveries for the second half, posting 134 of his 181 yards of offe...
Rams force six turnovers, break into win column
September 21st, 2012
RATON — Senior Ozzie Navarrete scored a pair of touchdowns and the Portales defense forced six turnovers — three fumbles, three interceptions — as the Rams earned their first win...
CCS pulls away in second half
September 21st, 2012
The first half of Friday’s Clovis Christian-Reserve football game was something you don’t expect to see too often in 6-man — a good, old-fashioned defensive slugfest.That c...
Dora stays unbeaten with win at Amherst
September 21st, 2012
AMHERST, Texas — The Dora Coyotes traveled across the state line on Thursday night and improved to 4-0 for the season with a 53-44 victory over the Amherst Bulldogs.The Coyotes (...
Conference-leader Texas Woman's sweeps Zias
September 21st, 2012
DENTON, Texas — It was a short day for Eastern New Mexico University’s volleyball team on Friday.Lone Star Conference co-leader Texas Woman’s dominated from the get-go and...
Zias fall at ACU
September 21st, 2012
ABILENE, Texas — Abilene Christian struck for a pair of goals late in the first half Friday and the Wildcats held off Eastern New Mexico University 2-1 in Lone Star Conference women’s s...
Cats lead Cleveland 14-7 at half
September 21st, 2012
Capitalizing on two big plays, the Clovis Wildcats led Rio Rancho Cleveland 14-7 at halftime tonight.Kamal Cass scored on a 12-yard run late in the second quarter to give its go-ahead score,...
A fall for all
September 21st, 2012
Forget the leaves changing color, in the Portales and Clovis area, you'll see screaming football fans cheering their teams to a win, longer shirts and pants to resist the cool breeze ,and farmers...
Tarleton State 'big' test for Hounds
September 21st, 2012
You might think playing two top-20 teams to start the season and coming away with a split would be OK for a lot of people.Not third-year Tarleton State coach Cary Fowler, whose team edged th...
McGee: The fire and brimstone funeral
September 21st, 2012
One of the family was off to a recent funeral for a friend. As they were going out the door I said, “Now if the preacherman at the funeral starts hootin’ and hollerin’ that...
In search of ponies: Deadly mission
September 21st, 2012
Even as they make their way through the world, so narrow is their focus that it’s unlikely they think of, or even notice much of what goes on around them.In fact, they’re so preo...
Prep polls
September 21st, 2012
MaxPreps.com football rankingsFootballClass 5A1. Las Cruces (2-0)2. La Cueva (3-0)3. Manzano (3-0)4. Rio...
Lady Tigers flying high
September 21st, 2012
ELIDA — When you’ve won consecutive state championships, expectations tend to be elevated when a third is in sight.But don’t call it mad ambition when an Elida player, like...
Expert: Religion is community
September 20th, 2012
Religion is fundamental to the survival of any culture because it brings people together and gives them a shared common interest, according to local religion and anthropology scientists.Loca...
Water customer count reflects growth
September 20th, 2012
City officials attribute the growth of Cannon Air Force Base and Eastern New Mexico University to the slight growth in Portales water customers over the last five years. The amount of w...
My Turn — Everyone needs a break sometimes
September 20th, 2012
Sometimes the best entertainment in the world is the entertainment that provides peace and relaxation rather than excitement, especially when you hit those times where you need a break from the noi...
Appreciate God’s bountiful blessings
September 20th, 2012
I think fall is my favorite time of the year. God paints fall with strokes of flaming gold, hues of copper, brilliant orange and scarlet red. Green leaves of summer are now becoming sparkling jewel...
Police Blotter — Sept. 21
September 20th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday10:12 a.m.: Caller requested to speak to an officer in reference t...
Events Calendar — Sept. 21
September 20th, 2012
TodayRoosevelt County Association of Educational Retirees meeting — 11:30 a.m., Roosevelt General Hospital cafeteria boa...
Their view: Teaching to the middle no longer acceptable
September 20th, 2012
Colin Taylor, superintendent of San Jon schools, offers this view on students and learning:Many times schools, teachers, administrators, parents, community members and others focus on things...
New Mexicans can take pride in donor rate
September 20th, 2012
Here’s a list New Mexico can be proud to almost top: the one where its licensed drivers have outpaced all but five other states in registering to save/improve the lives of others.
Changes needed to ensure justice
September 20th, 2012
“Justice” is the attempt to take an individual who has been harmed by an act of aggression or property loss and correct the damage; to return the victim to as close to the “pre-vi...
Wayland knocks off Hounds
September 19th, 2012
PORTALES — Undefeated Wayland Baptist scored the game's first three goals and beat Eastern New Mexico University 3-1 Wednesday in a men's soccer match.
Chief search whittled down
September 19th, 2012
Candidates for the Portales Police Department chief position were narrowed down to eight finalists last week, according to Portales city manager Tom Howell.Howell said he and Human Resource...
Q&A — Portales native reflects on his time as councilman
September 19th, 2012
At 20 years old, Richard E. Bradfute was the youngest person ever elected to Portales City Council, according to city records. He served from 1992 to 1996.Bradfute, now 40, the senior vice p...
Events Calendar — Sept. 20
September 19th, 2012
TodayFederal commodity distribution — 8 a.m.-noon, Los Abuelitos Senior Center. Information: 356-5056.Hot...
Police Blotter — Sept. 20
September 19th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday10:05 a.m.: Caller requested an ambulance, saying that his wife was...
My Turn — Single tarantulas look for love
September 19th, 2012
We don’t need an almanac to tell us that autumn officially begins at 8:49 this Saturday morning.On the High Plains, we have our own unique harbinger of fall: lonesome tarantulas...
Sept. 18 — Weekly LSC Volleyball update
September 18th, 2012
StandingsAll Times MDTConf. AllW-L W-LAngelo St. 3-0 9-2Texas Woman's 3-0 9...
Local Brief — ENMU gets Intel grant
September 18th, 2012
The Regional Educational Center VI, located on the campus of Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, has received a $10,000 grant through Intel, according to an ENMU press release.The gra...
Cowgirls knock off Zias in four
September 18th, 2012
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — New Mexico Highlands jumped on top in the first two games and the Cowgirls were able to close ouot a 25-23, 25-18, 22-25, 25-14 victory over Eastern New Mexico University on...
Elida stays unbeaten
September 18th, 2012
The Elida Lady Tigers kept their record perfect for the season on Tuesday night, posting a 25-20, 25-15, 25-22 win over the Melrose Lady Buffaloes at Melrose.Elida coach Darrell Chenault sai...
Lady Rams rally past Goddard
September 18th, 2012
The Portales Lady Rams erased a one-game deficit on Tuesday night to beat Roswell Goddard 23-25, 25-21, 25-22, 25-23 at the Ram Athletic Center.
Sept. 19, 2012 Fishing Report
September 18th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered...
Highway billboard creates stir
September 18th, 2012
A billboard on Clovis’ South Prince Street is turning heads, to the point of raising concerns about its possibly insensitive racial wording.The message advertises the website www.murde...
Events Calendar — Sept. 19
September 18th, 2012
TodayFly the Jolly Roger — 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library. Preschool story time. Dress like a pirate. Information:...
My Turn — Everyone needs a break from adulthood
September 18th, 2012
I embraced my inner child this weekend, well, I feel that I often do but this weekend I was a child to the core.From entertainment to activities, it was definitely nostalgia ultra. I held a...
Jail personnel needs should be reviewed
September 18th, 2012
Roosevelt County commissioners recently rejected a request to increase nursing services at the jail.The idea of detention officers passing out medication is somewhat off-putting, but more im...
Brinner invitation — I'll bring the waffle iron
September 18th, 2012
I’ve got nothing long enough for a column, but I do have a few things floating through the mind I can’t ignore.• It’s football time again, which means it’s...
Letter to the editor: Public prayer Constitutional right
September 18th, 2012
I take issue with Friday’s editorial headlined “Respect for all result of prayer decision.”Not allowing any group of Christians the right to pray is a violation of the free...
CAT TRACKS: Special teams nearly saved Cats
September 17th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Chad Adcox has only three games to his head coaching resume, but he already knew he didn’t want the ball in Kamal Cass’ hands late.“The last punt, I sai...
What's in your bag? — Sept. 18
September 17th, 2012
Caught off guard, people empty their purse or bag and explain why they carry each item they have on them. Even what they find can surprise them. Portales High School fres...
Meetings Watch — Sept. 18
September 17th, 2012
The following items are on the Portales City council’s agenda tonight at 7:Presentation of 20-year service award to Portales Planning Director Sammy Standefer.
Local Brief — Daniels Scholarship now processed online
September 17th, 2012
New Mexico students are now able to initiate and submit Daniels Scholarship application online with Daniels Fund’s new “open application” process, which was launched Monday, accor...
Police Blotter — Sept. 18
September 17th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Friday11:56 p.m.: Caller reported a domestic situation, Greyhound Apartment...
My Turn — Like moths to the Facebook flame
September 17th, 2012
I keep attending the same old dinner party, over and over again. I go back because I can’t stand the thought of missing out.Oh, you’re there too. We all go to the function night...
Events Calendar — Sept. 18
September 17th, 2012
TodayRoosevelt County Commission meeting — 9 a.m., Commission Room in the county courthouse. Information: 356-5307.
Hounds cruise past winless Southern Nazarene
September 17th, 2012
BETHANY, Okla. — Eastern New Mexico University scored three times in the first eight minutes on Monday and cruised past winless Southern Nazarene 5-1 in a non-league men’s soccer match....
Zias notch 1-0 victory over A&M-Commerce
September 17th, 2012
Sophomore defender Victoria Perez headed in a goal in the 37th minute and the Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team edged Texas A&M-Commerce 1-0 in a Lone Star Conference matc...
Coyotes roll past Vaughn
September 15th, 2012
The Dora football team scored early and often on Saturday in blanking Vaughn 64-0 at Dora.The game ended at halftime on the 50-point lead rule.Quarterback Tyler Sites threw three touc...
Broncos fall to Menaul
September 15th, 2012
Menaul scored a pair of touchdowns shortly before halftime to break a tie and went on to a 34-8 win over Floyd/Elida on Saturday at Floyd.
ENMU men fourth in Southern Stampede
September 15th, 2012
JOPLIN, Mo. — Senior Isaiah Samoei and junior Kaspars Briska finished in the top 10 individually to lead the Eastern New Mexico University men’s cross country team to a fourth-place fin...
Rams fall to St. Mike’s
September 15th, 2012
The Portales Rams won several soccer matches in shootouts last season en route to a Class 1A/3A state runnerup finish.
Coach-led prayer on city council agenda
September 15th, 2012
Pam Preston of Portales is concerned the rights of her grandchildren and other athletes that participate in Portales City League Sports are being taken away by eliminating coach-led prayer.T...
Some residents raise concerns
September 15th, 2012
Pam Preston of Portales is concerned the rights of her grandchildren and other athletes that participate in Portales City League Sports are being taken away by eliminating coach-led prayer.T...
Community Calendar — Sept. 16
September 15th, 2012
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&rsquo...
Police Blotter — Sept. 16
September 15th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday11:30 a.m.: Walk-up for fingerprints, 1700 block of North Boston.
New evaluation system garners mixed reactions
September 15th, 2012
Local education leaders are looking forward to learning about the state’s new teacher-principal evaluation system, but some think it is being pushed too fast. “I feel the intent...
Okie is smarter than he looks
September 15th, 2012
I was talking to Okie. He's the Farm Dog. He doesn't care to go out on the range with the cow dogs. His job is mostly guarding, barking and putting up a big front. He does it well. I found him un...
Events Calendar — Sept. 16
September 15th, 2012
MondayConstitution Day forum — Noon-1:30 p.m., Sandia Room in the ENMU Campus Union Building. Refreshments will be serve...
My Turn — Aunt’s letters provide perspective
September 15th, 2012
For perspective, I need only read faded, handwritten letters from Aunt Eula. The letters were to my late mother in the months before my aunt, 46, died from suspected tuberculosis on May 21, 1958, i...
Whew! Explosive situation averted
September 15th, 2012
Traffic funnels into the border patrol station off Highway 70, the good guys are waved on to drive into Alamogordo and scattered locales, the suspicious detained. One recent Wednesday,...
Aunt’s letters provide perspective
September 15th, 2012
For perspective, I need only read faded, handwritten letters from Aunt Eula. The letters were to my late mother in the months before my aunt, 46, died from suspected tuberculosis on May 21, 1958, i...
Explosive situation averted
September 15th, 2012
Traffic funnels into the border patrol station off Highway 70, the good guys are waved on to drive into Alamogordo and scattered locales, the suspicious detained. One recent Wednesday,...
Their View: Obama’s outrage misplaced
September 15th, 2012
Conservative political columnist Michelle Malkin offers this view of President Obama’s reaction to American deaths in Libya: Wazzup, President Obama?You’ve got room o...
Editorial: Terms for teachers’ strike to be finalized soon
September 15th, 2012
Word is the Chicago teachers will actually teach this week and not continue their picket line charade parades of the past week while parents of the city’s 350,000 public school students had t...
School menus: Sept. 16
September 14th, 2012
Clovis elementary schools Monday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Hamburger on a bun, baked French fries, lettuce, tomato, apple.;Tuesday: Breakfast...
Senior calendar: Sept. 16
September 14th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at La Casa Senior CenterMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los A...
Show will feature grapefruit techniques
September 14th, 2012
Information on grapefruit, making a travel tote and molding chocolate dessert cups will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times...
Club notes: Sept. 16
September 14th, 2012
Clovis Rotary ClubThe Clovis Rotary Club invites the community and surrounding areas to join them in celebrating New Generations month throughout the month of September. New...
On the shelves: Sept. 16
September 14th, 2012
The following books are available at: Clovis-Carver Public Library• “The Civil War: An Illustrated History” by the editors of Time M...
Don’t forget to enjoy your life
September 14th, 2012
It may seem unimportant, in an election year with political rallies going on for several weeks, but last weekend, this writer was able to cross another line on his bucket list.A bucket list,...
Many lessons learned from column business
September 14th, 2012
Some days I make this columnist business look easy. Other days I wonder what I was thinking when I decided writing my thoughts down for a public consumption on a weekly basis would be a good thing...
Lady Cats win tournament opener
September 14th, 2012
ROSWELL — The Clovis High volleyball team rallied for a 14-25, 25-22, 25-22, 25-8 victory over Silver on Friday in the opening round of the Zia Classic tournament.The win lifted the La...
Friday prep football summaries — Sept. 14
September 14th, 2012
Fort Sumner 20, Capitan 6 Records: Capitan 0-3, Fort Sumner 2-1.Difference: Dallas McDaniel’s 18-yard run with 3:14 left seale...
Texico holds off Portales
September 14th, 2012
TEXICO — It took the Portales Rams a while to get going Friday night. By the time they did, they were in too deep a hole to escape.Senior running back Shay Harrison rushed for 162 yard...
Lady Cats win, Vats fall on road
September 14th, 2012
CMI staff Jenna Sievers scored twice and added an assist Friday and Clovis beat West Mesa 4-1win in the first game of a two-day road trip to Albuquerque.“We tried re...
CCS shows improvement in second matchup with NMSD
September 14th, 2012
Two things were clear Friday night at Jim Hill Field. First, Clovis Christian is a much better team than when the season started. Second, New Mexico School for the Deaf is still the better team.
Texas Woman's holds off Zias
September 14th, 2012
Meredith Molge scored early in the second half for a two-goal lead and Texas Woman’s held on to beat Eastern New Mexico University 2-1 on Friday in a Lone Star Conference women’s soccer...
Serda's interception return seals Hounds' win
September 14th, 2012
ARLINGTON, Texas — Junior safety Jason Serda returned a pass interception 81 yards for a game-clinching score in the final minute and Eastern New Mexico University beat Incarnate Word 34-24 o...
Clovis expects challenge this week
September 14th, 2012
Saturday afternoon at F.M. Wilson Stadium will feature a team in purple, white and black facing a team in white, purple and black.While that may seem like a simplistic description of the 2 p...
Clovis should finally get tested this week
September 14th, 2012
Saturday afternoon at F.M. Wilson Stadium will feature a team in purple, white and black facing a team in white, black and purple.While that may seem like a simplistic description of the 2 p...
Round and round they go
September 14th, 2012
To an outsider, the world of roller derby may seem akin to something like wrestling on wheels. Or, in images from movies such as “Rollerball,” something worse.But for a couple of...
McGee: It just cost a dollar
September 14th, 2012
It’s been a pretty good “Yard Sale-ing Season.” It’s something The Lady of the House and I like to do; rise and shine early on a Saturday and hit the streets looking f...
In search of ponies: Taking the lead
September 14th, 2012
When you let your child follow you with the grocery cart, it’s usually not a matter of “if,” but more a matter of “when” you will feel the inevitable impact on your he...
Foxes set to test Capitan
September 13th, 2012
The Fort Sumner Foxes and Capitan Tigers are still highly regarded in Class 1A football, but neither team is off to the type of start it expected. The Foxes (1-1), ranked No. 1 i...
Thursday area prep volleyball — Sept. 13
September 13th, 2012
Prep summariesThursdayTatum 3, Texico 2Tatum 25 22 25 &nbs...
Rams notch victory over Goddard
September 13th, 2012
Senior Zach Blaeser hadn't scored in Portales' first four games. He broke out in a big way on Thursday against Roswell Goddard.Blaeser notched a hat trick and the Rams jumped out to an ear...
Greyhounds face UIW in LSC ‘Football Festival’
September 13th, 2012
The Eastern New Mexico University football team picked up a much-needed win over NCAA Division III member Sul Ross State last week.Incarnate Word, on the other hand, got an early baptism int...
Rams looking to bounce back
September 13th, 2012
The Portales Rams figure they can be competitive. In order to do that, though, they have to stop turning the ball over.
Program offers single parents fresh start
September 13th, 2012
Evie Taylor looked around the living room of her two-bedroom apartment, searching for the words to explain what she believes is her God-sent miracle.College text books were scattered across...
Football is like ‘the game of life’
September 13th, 2012
My understanding of football is not the greatest. I really show my ignorance of the game but I’m trying to become more knowledgeable. My husband is patient explaining each play until a...
Local brief — Special Olympics Equestrian competition
September 13th, 2012
The 2012 Special Olympics New Mexico Equestrian competition is Friday and Saturday at the Curry County Events Center.Friday’s competition includes showmanship at halter, stock seat equ...
Area finally gets rain
September 13th, 2012
A smattering of much needed rain doused parched farm fields across Roosevelt County and National Weather Service forecasters are saying it could be the start of even more.The rain overnight...
Events Calendar — Sept. 14
September 13th, 2012
SaturdayDora High car wash — 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Auto Zone, 1320 South Avenue D. Donation car wash. Information: 356-6662 ext...
Police Blotter — Sept. 14
September 13th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday9:32 a.m.: Caller reported a dead cat across the street, U.S. 70.
My Turn — The most memorable night of my life
September 13th, 2012
Chubby Checker made sure he was not the only one to be in the limelight Saturday night during the Clovis Music Festival at the Curry County Event Center as he pulled numerous fans onto the stage wi...
You are responsible for your choices
September 13th, 2012
In the end, I am only responsible for what I do. I can make sure my kids are raised with my values and principles, but that doesn’t guarantee they will follow when t...
Their View: Reasonable evaluation system is needed
September 13th, 2012
New Mexico needs a better system for evaluating public school teachers, according to New Mexico Secretary-Designate Hanna Skandera and Charles Bowyer, executive director of the National Education A...
Editorial: Respect for all result of Portales prayer decision
September 13th, 2012
Thank you, Mike Doerr, for showing respect to everyone involved in Portales City League Sports.His decision to ban coach-led prayer at games is not only a wise legal move, it’s the rig...
Fishing report — Sept. 12
September 12th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after t...
Coach-led prayer banned in city league
September 12th, 2012
Coach-led prayers will not be permitted in Portales City League Sports to avoid possible legal issues, according to Director Mike Doerr.He informed city league coaches of his decision Tuesda...
Greyhounds stymied by University of the Southwest
September 12th, 2012
HOBBS — The Eastern New Mexico Greyhounds peppered University of the Southwest with plenty of shots Wednesday afternoon, but the host Mustangs made their shots count to take a 3-1 win at Must...
Portales, Texico switch football site
September 12th, 2012
The scheduled football game between Texico and Portales 7 p.m. Friday night has been moved from Greyhound Stadium to Texico High School.The location was changed due to lighting issues at Gre...
Eligibility issues hound Greyhounds
September 12th, 2012
Eligibility issues continue to hound the Greyhounds, with several football players likely being held out for Eastern New Mexico University’s game Friday at Cowboys Stadium.In most case...
My Turn — Oasis party may cause reminiscence
September 12th, 2012
Roosevelt County’s only state park is gearing up for a party.Oasis State Park was born in 1961, as was I, but not officially dedicated until Oct. 7, 1962. Park manager Jim Whary is bus...
Events Calendar — Sept. 13
September 12th, 2012
Today General meeting — 11 a.m., Los Abuelitos Senior Center. Information: 356-5056.An Evening of Hope fu...
Police Blotter — Sept. 13
September 12th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday12:10 p.m.: Officer requested a case number for warrant service, 100...
New Mexico in line for much-needed rainfall
September 12th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Drought-stricken New Mexico is anxiously awaiting the leftovers of storms that have drenched Las Vegas and other cities in the West.The National Weather Serv...
Lady Cats go five to edge Portales
September 11th, 2012
Momentum was a fleeting thing in Tuesday night’s Clovis-Portales volleyball matchup.
Lady Buffs score early, blank Zias
September 11th, 2012
CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M broke open a close game with two goals in a six-minute span late in the first half Tuesday night to beat Eastern New Mexico University 3-0 in the Lone Star...
FAQ on Valassis Negotiated Service Agreement
September 11th, 2012
• What is a Negotiated Service Agreement?It is a customer-specific contract authorized by law between the Postal Service and a mailing customer. USPS can enter into NSA...
Postal Service has no business in advertising
September 11th, 2012
An editorial from the National Newspaper Association:The newspaper business — both small and large papers — has sounded full-throated opposition this past month...
Long-term planning backfires
September 11th, 2012
Rick Reilly did a great piece this past week on Gerry Sandusky. No, not that Jerry Sandusky, which is kind of the whole point of the news piece, which I highly recommend you catch on ESPN&rs...
Clovis, Portales enrollment down slightly
September 11th, 2012
Clovis Municipal Schools and Portales Municipal Schools experienced a decrease in enrollment this school year, according to preliminary numbers.Meanwhile, Clovis Christian Schools had a slig...
Their view: News program showed poor taste
September 11th, 2012
Portales News-Tribune Circulation Director Robert Arrowsmith writes a blog at: walkthisway.cnjonlinehosting.com/Here's his post from Tuesday:There is not much that fazes me. I...
Long-term plan backfires quickly
September 11th, 2012
Rick Reilly did a great piece this past week on Gerry Sandusky.No, not that Jerry Sandusky, which is kind of the whole point of the news piece, which I highly recommend you catch on ESPN's...
Military Update: Romney plan could hike costs
September 11th, 2012
Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney has proposed opening military TRICARE networks of civilian health care providers to veterans who can't get timely mental health care from the Department...
Editorial: New technology will aid cancer treatments
September 11th, 2012
The University of New Mexico Cancer Center is adding a new tool to its kit to diagnose and fight cancer.This fall the center will be among the first of a small number of sites worldwide to a...
My Turn — Mud running makes for fun competition
September 11th, 2012
I was quite the pig Saturday jumping and running in mud. I participated in the Dirty Dash, a 3.5 mile mud run near Albuquerque.I had been running daily leading up to the event. I kind of fel...
Events Calendar — Sept. 12
September 11th, 2012
TodayOops! — 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library. Preschool story time. Information: 356-3940. Food commo...
Police Blotter — Sept. 12
September 11th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Sunday12:01 a.m.: Caller reported a large party causing traffic hazards, 50...
Hounds starting quickly
September 10th, 2012
BLACKWATER DRAW — Through the pre-Lone Star Conference games, the Eastern New Mexico University football team has shown the ability to get out to a lead. The problem has been holding on to it...
Meetings Watch — Sept. 11
September 10th, 2012
At the Portales Municipal Schools Board of Education meeting Monday in the L.C. Cozzens Administrative Offices, board members:Recognized United Way of Eastern New Mexico, Iron Sons Moto...
Local Brief: 2012 property tax rates to be discussed
September 10th, 2012
The Roosevelt County Commission will hold a special meeting 8 a.m. today in the Commission Room of the county courthouse to discuss 2012 property tax rates....
Utility changes made
September 10th, 2012
A raise in the deposit cost for opening a water account and eliminating a few service fees for water customers are among the changes made to the Portales Utility Administrative Policies that will g...
Clovis man arrested after high speed chase
September 10th, 2012
A 23-year-old Clovis man was arrested after he led police on a high-speed chase Saturday afternoon that started in Roosevelt County and ended near Clovis, according to a press release from the Roos...
Portales High School News — Sept. 11
September 10th, 2012
NMHSCE make-up exam offered:The New Mexico High School Competency Exam (NMHSCE) will be administered Oct. 1-5 to any former PHS students that did not pass one or more portio...
My Turn — Record stories behind heirlooms
September 10th, 2012
Throughout my home I have precious heirlooms. Precious to me, although to a guest dropping by, they might just appear to be trinkets I’ve found in antique shops and garage sales. There...
Police Blotter — Sept. 11
September 10th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Friday8:20 a.m.: Caller reported a man behind a tree by a two-story house,...
Events Calendar — Sept. 11
September 10th, 2012
TodayJP Stone 9/11 memorial ceremony — 7:30 a.m., JP Stone Community Bank parking lot on First Street. Information: 356-...
Press release: Wanted paroled prisoner arrested after high-speed chase...
September 10th, 2012
Leonel Lopez (23) of Clovis, a wanted paroled prisoner, was arrested and charged with Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of a counterfeit controlled substance, Aggravated resisting, evading...
Zias, Hounds turn back Adams State
September 10th, 2012
The Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team played in its fourth consecutive shutout to start the season on Sunday. This time, though, the Zias were on the good end of things.
Senior calendar: Sept. 9
September 8th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at Los Abuelitos Senior Center, PortalesMonday: 1 p.m. bingo and...
School menus: Sept. 9
September 8th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast scramble. Lunch — Meat and cheese nachos, garden salad w/ranch, mini carrots, applesauce.Tuesday: B...
Zias beaten twice in tourney
September 8th, 2012
PUEBLO, Colo. — Colorado State-Pueblo had its hands full with Eastern New Mexico University’s volleyball team Saturday night, but the Thunderwolves managed to notch a 26-24, 23-25, 25-2...
Weddings: Sept. 9
September 8th, 2012
Encinias-Nanez Celina Encinias of Portales and Oscar Nanez of Clovis were joined in marriage Sept. 1, 2012, at University Baptist Church . The Rev. Steve Smith perfor...
Engagements: Sept. 9
September 8th, 2012
Pettigrew-WhitakerEdna Pettigrew of Broadview announces the engagement and approaching marriage of her daughter, Falon Pettigrew of Clovis, to Troy Whitaker of Amarillo, son...
On the shelves: Sept. 9
September 8th, 2012
The following books and materials are available at: Clovis-Carver Public Library Rosetta Stone: Spanish and Roset...
We’re on sports overload
September 8th, 2012
As we’ve plunged headlong into another football season, I can’t help but wonder at my own tendency to find it hard to get interested in any sport, even those I enjoy watching, until we...
Dogs’ livin’ large cost me in court
September 8th, 2012
Knowing I had a column due later in the day, my mind began to wander as my wife and I sat in the municipal court waiting room.One of my first thoughts was that the source of our problem, the...
Our people: Sharen Martinez
September 8th, 2012
Sharen Martinez worked at a local clothing store for two years then decided she wanted to progress her career in sales. Her next step would move her toward her goal of becoming a district manager f...
Residents feel cut off
September 8th, 2012
Portales City Councilor Michael Lucero is concerned about possible delays in emergency services by a railroad crossing that separates residents in the northwest side of town from the city’s f...
Tres Amigas switching finance partners
September 8th, 2012
Tres Amigas is switching partners in the middle of its dance to finance a $1.9 billion electric power distribution center north of Clovis.Company spokesperson Adrienne Smith confirmed Tres A...
Their view: Insurance safeguards needed for banking businesses
September 8th, 2012
The Independent Community Bankers Association of New Mexico issued this press release on insurance safeguards.While the banking system and the economic rebound remain fragile in New Mexico a...
Apologizing isn’t easy for some
September 8th, 2012
Neither Republican National Committeeman Pat Rogers nor Bernalillo District Attorney Democrat Kari Brandenburg has the slightest idea of how to issue an apology. You’ll note I cite a person f...
PHS starts district soccer with road sweep
September 8th, 2012
SANDIA PARK — Portales High’s soccer teams had a walk in the park on Saturday to open District 2/1-3A action.The Rams rolled to a 7-1 win over East Mountain while the Lady Rams n...
Editorial: Shortage of doctors scary reality
September 8th, 2012
Consider it a perfect storm of supply not meeting demand. Not only does Medicare reimburse doctors about 45 percent of what commercial insurance pays, but an estimated 78 million baby boomers &mdas...
Police Blotter — Sept. 9
September 8th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday11:37 a.m.: Caller requested an officer regarding stolen papers, 17...
Events Calendar — Sept. 9
September 8th, 2012
TodayChurch in the park — 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Portales City Park. Hosted by First United Methodist Church. Music, food...
Meetings Watch — Sept. 9
September 8th, 2012
The following items will be on the agenda for the Portales Municipal Schools Board of Education meeting at 6 p.m. today in the L.C. Cozzens Administration meeting:
My turn — My personal confession booth
September 8th, 2012
It is almost inconceivable that I could ever be less than patient. In fact, it will be a miracle if the Pope does not eventually declare my canonization — notwithstanding my non-Catholi...
Hounds score late to edge Sul Ross State
September 8th, 2012
BLACKWATER DRAW — Saturday’s Eastern New Mexico University home opener had an eerily similar feel to the Greyhounds’ lidlifter last week at New Mexico Highlands.The Hounds...
Press release: ENMU's Sets New Enrollment Record with 5,814
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September 8th, 2012
PORTALES—Eastern New Mexico University in Portales has set another enrollment record with 5,814 students, an increase of 4.3 percent over last fall’s previous record of 5,574 students.
Power outage to likely delay deliveries
September 7th, 2012
The Clovis Media Inc. newsroom, which handles the Saturday editions for the Clovis News Journal and Portales News-Tribune, experienced a power outage of two-and-a-half hours late Friday night.
Friday area prep football capsules — Sept. 7
September 7th, 2012
Farwell 10, Olton 7• Records: Farwell 1-1, Olton 0-2• Difference: The Steers picked up a first-and-goal at the...
Zias salvage split in Pueblo event
September 7th, 2012
PUEBLO, Colo. — The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team earned a split for the day on Friday with a 21-25, 26-24, 25-17, 24-26, 15-7 victory over Wayland Baptist in Colorado State-P...
Thunderwolves nip Hounds in OT
September 7th, 2012
Colorado State-Pueblo forward Jonny Sawyer scored with less than two minutes left in the first overtime on Friday to give the Thunderwolves a 1-0 victory over Eastern New Mexico University in men&r...
Wildcats cruise past Highland
September 7th, 2012
You know things have been easy for the Clovis Wildcats when it's two weekends into September, the extra point team has come out 18 times and the punt team has yet to see the field.Clovis di...
Muleshoe overpowers Rams
September 7th, 2012
MULESHOE — The game started out well enough for Portales. The Rams threw Muleshoe senior running back Junior Baca for losses totaling 11 yards on the first two plays.Then senior quarte...
Maybe the world is not out to get me
September 7th, 2012
I’ve wondered if there is such a thing as “The Perfect Neighborhood.” Do you know what I mean? One where neighbors are courteous to each other, where guests to...
Ants nature's Weather Channel
September 7th, 2012
Their normally well ordered lines were nonexistent and instead, the ants ran back and forth in chaos as if anarchy had ensued.Sitting outside to watch a storm roll in, the change in their be...
Friday Prep football scoreboard
September 7th, 2012
AreaClovis 67, Highland 12, finalMuleshoe 64, Portales 0, finalFloyd/Elida at Logan, 7 p.m. Menaul at Melrose, 7 p.m.Texas
Armed robber hits Clovis store
September 7th, 2012
Clovis police were searching the city for an armed woman they say robbed Title Cash, 1902 N. Prince St., of an undetermined amount of cash Friday morning and prompted lockdowns at two nearby school...
Music fest pilgrimage for some
September 7th, 2012
Clovis residents will have to drive a few miles in town, and maybe come across an overpass, to see music that hearkens back to the “Clovis sound” of Buddy Holly, The Crickets and The Fi...
Hounds, Sul Ross looking for bounce-back
September 7th, 2012
Sul Ross State football coach Wayne Schroeder figures his team is challenging itself in the first two weeks of the season.The NCAA Division III Lobos, members of the American Southwest Confe...
Clovis driver killed in Texas crash
September 7th, 2012
CMI StaffA 19-year-old Clovis man died in a roll over crash Thursday in Oldham County, Texas.Taylor Wade Victor was driving a 2003 Ford F-150 in an unknown direction on Interstate 40...
Prep summaries
September 6th, 2012
ThursdayFootballlFort Sumner 28, Clovis JV 16Clovis JV 8 0 8&nb...
Clovis rallies for overtime win over Portales
September 6th, 2012
Sophomore forward Juan Carerra had a hat trick, including the game-winner with eight seconds left in the first overtime, as Clovis rallied Thursday to beat Portales 4-3 in a non-district boys socce...
Portales volleyball off to 3-0 start
September 6th, 2012
SANTA FE — Portales didn’t play the match they wanted, but they certainly got the result.The Lady Rams blew a 2-0 lead, but toughed it out Thursday night for a 25-23, 25-14, 19-2...
ENMU adds former guard Marshall to coaching staff
September 6th, 2012
The Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team has added former Greyhound point guard Jimmie Marshall to its coaching staff for the 2013-14 season, according to a release from the co...
Clovis rallies to beat Portales in OT
September 6th, 2012
Sophomore forward Juan Carerra had a hat trick, including the game-winner with eight seconds left in the first overtime, as Clovis rallied Thursday to beat Portales 4-3 in a non-district boys socce...
Zias handed 8-0 setback
September 6th, 2012
GOLDEN, Colo. — Anna Evans scored on a penalty kick a little over four minutes into the second half, and Colorado School of Mines dominated every category in an 8-0 victory over Eastern...
Sept. 7 football capsules
September 6th, 2012
Floyd/Elida (1-0) at Logan (1-0)When: 7 p.m. todayLast week: The Broncos opened their season with a 28-20 victory at home over Sprin...
Rams set for trip to Muleshoe
September 6th, 2012
The Muleshoe Mules got into a shootout in last week’s season opener, while the Portales Rams were involved in a defensive battle.Something has to give with the border rivals collide in...
Committee to build cooperation between Cannon, land owners
September 6th, 2012
A new Joint Land Use (JLUS) committee made up of Curry and Roosevelt County businessmen and women will develop any policies or procedures necessary to build cooperation between Cannon Air Force Bas...
My Turn: Ready to ‘twist’ at the Clovis Music Festival
September 6th, 2012
Just as I was born and raised on the 1950s movie era, I was also born and raised on the era’s music, so I think I appreciate the Clovis Music Festival every year even more than most people my...
Events Calendar — Sept. 7
September 6th, 2012
Today16th Annual Run to Hillcrest Rod Run and Show-and-Shine — 2 p.m. with 5 p.m. registration, Clovis Inn. Live music w...
Police Blotter — Sept. 7
September 6th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday12:27 p.m.: Caller reported a subject drove off without paying for...
NM prep football polls
September 6th, 2012
NM Preps.com rankingsClass 5ASchool (Record) Pvs1. Las Cruces High (1-0) 12. Rio R...
Their view: Homebound seniors deserve voice
September 6th, 2012
The New Mexico Association for Home and Hospice Care recently issued this press release about a national effort to make millions of homebound Americans voters.The New Mexico Association for...
Always nice to see spotlight shine on New Mexico
September 6th, 2012
“Growing up, I never imagined a girl from a border town could one day become a governor. But this is America. Y, en America todo es posible.”
Paying attention to politics matter of self-defense
September 6th, 2012
Every day, in a variety of places, I write about libertarianism; the politics, or “anti-politics” as the case may be, of liberty. Everything I am is libertarian. That shouldn’t sc...
Ticket feature: ENMU performances lined up
September 5th, 2012
Entertainment and arts are on deck for Eastern New Mexico University this semester, with numerous events on the college’s fine arts calendar.
New Mexico fishing report — Sept. 6
September 5th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after t...
Water towers could get logos
September 5th, 2012
Portales High School championship baseball coach Arturo Ontiveros said seeing the school’s beloved Rams plastered high above the city would incite a sense of pride for the community’s a...
Q&A: Portales gains Brazilian exchange student
September 5th, 2012
Monique Correa Marques Goncalves of Petropolis, Brazil, is living with her new American family here in Portales through the Rotary International’s youth exchange programThe 18-year-old...
My Turn: Local helps keep community clean from trash
Betty Williams...
September 5th, 2012
Even though Karen Rutland has spent the last 13 years working for Portales optometrist Charles Brooks, it’s not uncommon for someone to recognize her as “the woman with the poodle who p...
Police Blotter — Sept. 6
September 5th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday10:09 a.m.: Intel report for officer, 1700 block of North Boston.
Events Calendar — Sept. 6
September 5th, 2012
TodayFriends of the Library meeting — Noon, Portales Public Library meeting room. Master gardener Lee Lawrence will talk...
Habitat seeks volunteers
September 5th, 2012
Habitat for Humanity will be finishing up exterior tasks Saturday at 1120 North Thornton in Clovis and is in need of volunteers.The main work needed is clearing up the property. Volunteers w...
Press release: Hounds game moved to 2 p.m.
September 5th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University Head Football Coach Josh Lynn has announced that Saturday’s home opener against Sul Ross State has been moved to 2 p.m. MDT. The contest was originally slated to...
Zias optimistic despite Hawaii losses
September 4th, 2012
In addition to being a desirable trip, the Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team learned a bit about itself during last week’s season-opening visit to Hawaii.Second-y...
Hounds start 3-0 for first time with win over Rattlers
September 4th, 2012
CANYON, Texas — Senior forward Diego Santos scored the match’s first goal, then settled it early in the second overtime to give Eastern New Mexico University a 3-2 win over St. Mary&rsq...
Goddard turns back Lady Rams
September 4th, 2012
ROSWELL — Things couldn’t have started out much better for the Portales High girls soccer team Tuesday.Damari Jimenez converted a breakaway opportunity, scoring in the second min...
Lady Tigers beat Vaughn, improve to 3-0
September 4th, 2012
ELIDA — The Elida Tigers remained unbeaten on Tuesday, cruising past the Vaughn Lady Eagles 25-14, 25-13, 25-10.The win sets up an early-season showdown on Thursday at Floyd between El...
Meetings watch — Sept. 5
September 4th, 2012
The Portales City Council met Tuesday night and took the following action:Declared Sept. 5 as Good Neighbor Day in Portales.Declared Sept. 17-23 as Constitution Week...
Transit demand rises
September 4th, 2012
Portales Area Transit could be providing an estimated 3,000 more rides this year than last year and officials expect demand to keep increasing.An estimated 21,000 rides will be given by Port...
Coyote program helps dairies
September 4th, 2012
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Wildlife Services division has saved dairy operations and others in Curry and Roosevelt counties an estimated $2 million through a program that captures a...
Police Blotter — Sept. 5
September 4th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Friday4:47 p.m.: Ambulance transfer from Roosevelt General Hospital to Lubb...
Maple syrup is a commodity
September 4th, 2012
You say Hollywood’s out of ideas? Don’t blame Canada.The perfect idea for a movie just came from north of the border last week, combining something wholesome enough for the break...
Events Calendar — Sept. 5
September 4th, 2012
TodayPreschool story time — 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library. Will read “I’m a Big Kid Too.” Inform...
My turn: NM is good place to experience ‘firsts’
September 4th, 2012
I’ve been running most mornings to prepare for a three-mile mud run this Saturday in Albuquerque.I probably won’t be the most athletic person there but I’m pretty competiti...
State police officer involved in head-on collision
September 4th, 2012
A New Mexico State Police officer was treated for minor injuries after his state police unit was struck head-on Monday night by an erratic driver from Clovis on U.S. Highway 54 near Logan, said Cap...
Navy program offers career flexibility
September 4th, 2012
From time to time, military members who plan to serve full careers are driven by unforeseen circumstances to leave active duty, perhaps to support the family business at a critical time or to care...
Syrup theft inspiration for movie
September 4th, 2012
You say Hollywood’s out of ideas? Don’t blame Canada.The perfect idea for a movie just came from north of the border last week, combining something wholesome enough for the break...
Authorities should throw book at ethically challenged horse trainers
September 4th, 2012
Jess A Zoomin should have run in Monday’s $2.4 million All American Futurity at Ruidoso Downs. But instead of racing for one of the sport’s richest purses, the 2-year-old so...
Ex-National Guardsman sentenced in child sex case
September 4th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — A federal judge has sentenced a former national guardsman to 10 years in prison for child sexual exploitation.U.S. Attorney Kenneth J. Gonzales announced Tuesday that 44-...
Dora School news
September 3rd, 2012
Progress reports:Students will receive progress reports to take home to parents on Wednesday. Progress reports are issued after the third and sixth week of instruction to ke...
Events Calendar — Sept. 4
September 3rd, 2012
TodayFulfilling the Void begins — 7:30 a.m.-midnight, Monday-Thursday; 7:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday; 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturda...
Meetings watch — Sept. 4
September 3rd, 2012
The following agenda items will be addressed at the Portales City Council meeting at 7 tonight:Proclamations for: Good Neighbor Day in Portales and Constitution Week.
My turn — Celebrate local pioneers this labor day
September 3rd, 2012
It's such a pleasure to look back through the newspaper clippings my great-grandmother preserved. I have an old article written about that house on the “Floyd to Melrose” highway. Long...
Hounds shut out Adams State 2-0
September 3rd, 2012
ALAMOSA, Colo. — Senior forward Diego Santos broke the scoring ice midway through the first half and the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team went on to beat Adams State 2-0...
Coyotes open with easy win
September 1st, 2012
At Santa Fe, the Dora Coyotes opened their football season with a 61-6 rout of El Paso Immanuel Christian as part of a 6-man showcase hosted by New Mexico School for the Deaf.No other detail...
Floyd wins Logan tournament
September 1st, 2012
The Floyd Lady Broncos defeated San Jon 25-21, 26-24, 21-25, 21-25, 15-12 in Saturday's semifinals of an eight-team tournament hosted by Logan, then knocked off the host Lady Longhorns 25-17, 25-1...
Highlands pulls away late to beat Hounds in opener
September 1st, 2012
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Junior quarterback Taylor Genuser threw for 287 yards and four touchdowns and New Mexico Highlands pulled away with three touchdowns in the final 8 1/2 minutes to beat Easte...
Zias win twice on Saturday at WT meet
September 1st, 2012
LAEI, Hawaii — Junior midfielder Brittany Evans pushed in a goal in the 77th minute Saturday and BYU-Hawaii slipped past Eastern New Mexico University 1-0 in the Seasiders’ season opene...
Their view: No need to close Curry Road R
September 1st, 2012
I attended the Aug. 21 meeting at which Curry County commissioners voted to close Curry Road R just west of Cannon Air Force Base. Among the reasons cited for closing the road were security...
Editorial: Congress failing to stop next recession
September 1st, 2012
There’s not only another recession on the horizon, but your U.S. Congress is helping put it there.The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office predicted recently that continued inaction...
Politics, pageantry just don’t mix
September 1st, 2012
Miss Ruidoso, who became Miss New Mexico, who will represent our state in the Miss America Pageant, never lived in Ruidoso, likely never will.With that out of the way, let’s sort this...
U.S. 70 work continues
September 1st, 2012
U.S. 70 construction project officials said they are moving on with their plans despite a setback caused by a week’s worth of rain in August.
My turn: Back on campaign trail
September 1st, 2012
Now that Willie Nelson and I have returned from tending his “garden party” in a South Texas forest, we are resuming our Green Tea Party candidacy.We lost track of time while my c...
Sunland recognized for its economic impact
September 1st, 2012
Sunland Peanuts Inc. of Portales was recognized as one of the top 100 privately-owned businesses in New Mexico this week at a luncheon in Albuquerque.
Police blotter: Sept. 2
September 1st, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday• 12:11 p.m.: Caller reported she was in a motor vehicle accident, First Street and Avenue B...
On the shelves — Sept. 2
September 1st, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"Dear Me: A Letter to My Sixteen-Year-Old Self," by Joseph Galliano was given by Oscar and Caroly...
Honors — Sept. 2
September 1st, 2012
SmartThe National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) announced on Aug. 8 that Clovis High School student James W. Smart has been selected for membership. The Society recognizes top sc...
Club notes — Sept. 2
September 1st, 2012
Rotary Club of ClovisThe Rotary Club of Clovis sponsored a block party with the Christian Believers Education Association on Aug.18 at the Gatewood apartments in Clovis. Rotary provided ba...
Senior happenings — Sept. 2
September 1st, 2012
Friendship Senior Center901 West 13th St.Monday: Closed for Labor Day.Tuesday: 9 a.m.-11 a.m. coffee klatchWednesday: Garage sale 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; 9 a...
Holiday crafts featured on show
September 1st, 2012
Information on holiday crafts, family traditions, and decorating a mantle or bookcase will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mo...
School menus — Sept. 2
September 1st, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Labor Day, no school.Tuesday: Breakfast — Pancake on a stick. Lunch — Chicken nuggets, green beans, grape tomatoes, chilled peaches, who...
Important to respect wildlife
September 1st, 2012
Walking along the new walking trail, off of Prince Street, we heard an odd, high pitched call, repeated several times. The time was twilight, and the shadows were deepening. Looking up into the w...
Cooling systems spoil me
September 1st, 2012
I admire our country's 19th century pioneers for a lot of reasons. Facing down wild Indians, working hard and plowing with mules, cooking on a wood stove, communicating without Facebook and otherw...
Our people: All the right moves
September 1st, 2012
Lorelei Taylor grew up in Berkeley, Calif., lived in different areas of the West Coast and moved to Portales in 1996. Taylor started practicing yoga in 1971 and has studied under prominent Hi...
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