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Fireworks sales up in Portales

By Clarence Plank: PNT staff writer

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The recession may have hit many people in their wallets, but they are still going to go out with a bang for the fourth. TNT Fireworks conducted a survey around New Year’s by opening a stand to see how the community reacted. Sales were good. Kelly... Full story

Tucumcari police chief Tasers 14-year-old

Girl recovering after dart surgically removed from her head

By Chelle Delaney: Freedom New Mexico

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A 14-year-old Tucumcari girl is recovering at an Albuquerque hospital after being shot in the head with a Taser dart by Tucucmari Police Chief Roger Hatcher. Now, her parents say they want the police department to review its policies for using the Taser. The... Full story

Clovis Christian names Clayton new superintendent

Schlutze departure termed mutual

By Sharna Johnson: CNJ staff writer

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Clovis Christian School announced Friday it has hired Ladona Clayton as its superintendent to replace Stephen Schultze on the heels of controversy over his involvement with a fugitive.Clayton is the former deputy superintendent for Clovis Municipal Schools.Ben... Full story

Palin resigning as Alaska governor

The Associated Press

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WASILLA, Alaska — Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin surprised supporters Friday and announced she is resigning from office at the end of the month without explaining why she plans to step down — throwing into question whether she would seek a run for... Full story

State facing foster home shortage

By Liliana Castillo: Freedom New Mexico

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Ten years of being foster parents in Nebraska wasn’t enough for the Stacys. Four months ago, the couple became foster parents again in Clovis, filling a need every community deals with, Marti Stacy said. Stacy said the couple learned from a friend... Full story

Holiday closure list

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The following will be closed in observance of July 4th holiday. Trash will be picked up as normal on Friday. Friday • Portales News-Tribune • Portales Public Library • Eastern New Mexico University • Western Bank (Friday and Saturday) •... Full story

Portales schools schedule pickup set

Freedom New Mexico

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Portales Municipal Schools back to school schedule for 2009-2010: Students may register at their respective schools beginning Aug. 4, between the hours of 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. • First day of school is Aug. 18 for grades 2-12. • Kindergarten... Full story

Former county commissioner announces bid for mayor

Freedom New Mexico

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Former Roosevelt County Commissioner Dennis Lopez announced Thursday he plans to run for mayor of Portales. Lopez said he wants to get a jump on his competition by announcing his intentions early for the 2010 election. Current Mayor Orlando Ortega said... Full story

Getting to know: New pastor avid fisherman

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Michael Brunk is the new pastor at First United Methodist Church of Portales. He moved here from Albuquerque two weeks ago with his family and is still unpacking the boxes in his office. He has been a pastor for 30 years and he was born in Virginia. What... Full story

Drug probe yields theft charges

Freedom New Mexico

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A Clovis man was arrested Wednesday at Oasis State Park, accused of receiving stolen property. Dustin Nelson, 31, of Clovis was taken into custody by Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office deputies after he admitted to stealing items from the Portales... Full story

Business feature: Sodexo caters to variety of tastes

Freedom New Mexico

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Tracy Kelly is the general manager of Sodexo catering at Eastern New Mexico University. Sodexo not only creates meals for students but also caters to the needs of the surrounding area for weddings, parties or any special occasion. Kelly, who moved to... Full story

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