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ENMU baseball 10th in LSC poll
January 31st, 2008
RICHARDSON, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University has been picked 10th in the 12-team Lone Star Conference in baseball and fifth in the seven-team LSC South Division in softball in preseason polls r...
Illegal immigrant problem unrelated to property, fences
January 31st, 2008
The seizures have begun. The federal Department of Homeland Security has begun filing condemnation lawsuits to take property along the Texas border so it can try to fence this country off from Mexico....
Mountain ski visit about getting back to nature
January 31st, 2008
I had an altitude adjustment last weekend.
Altitude Adjustment was the name of the ski retreat that my daughter Laura and I went with her church youth group on last weekend. It was high up in the sno...
Some things in life reliable, some not so much
January 31st, 2008
As I weave my way through life there are things that I count on. They are stepping stones in my path that I don’t worry about, including:
1) Where I am going to spend eternity.
2) That my wife wil...
God’s love like that of father to child
January 31st, 2008
When our youngest son Lane and his wife came to see us when their daughters were small they sometimes went home at night. They dressed their little girls for bed, and after the goodbye hugs and kisses...
Explosion’s cause attributed to natural gas
January 31st, 2008
The cause of an explosion that killed a Portales woman has been attributed to natural gas, according to members of her family.
Family members of the owner of the home, Clytie Calton, said they were...
Witnesses describe Novaks as friendly, outgoing, happy
January 31st, 2008
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — Witnesses described Kimberly Novak as outgoing, Edward Novak as friendly albeit absent-minded, and the Novaks as nothing but a happy couple.
Eight witnesses, ranging from f...
2-1-08 Local Briefs
January 31st, 2008
Woman hospitalized after accident
An Albuquerque woman remained hospitalized in stable condition Thursday evening in Lubbock after a two-vehicle accident near St. Vrain, according to Senior Patrolman...
Phone problems continue in Portales
January 31st, 2008
People in Portales began experiencing problems with phone service Thursday afternoon.
The PNT didn’t receive followup calls from Qwest or Yucca Telecom late Thursday seeking more information. Numb...
Police investigating serious accident
January 31st, 2008
Officers from the New Mexico State Police and local agencies have responded to a head-on vehicle collision west of Clovis on U.S. 60 near St. Vrain, officials said.
Officers are still working at the...
Novak defense says investigation was one-sided
January 30th, 2008
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — The defense attorney in the first-degree murder trial of a Cannon Air Force Base airman said the defendant was the target of a one-sided investigation.
The prosecution said...
There's pop at top of Hounds batting order
January 29th, 2008
Eastern New Mexico University baseball coach Phil Clabaugh figures if the top five hitters in his batting order are successful, a lot of things could fall into place for the Greyhounds.
ENMU opens it...
Burglary growing concern
January 29th, 2008
Sheila Hays doesn’t want other Portales business owners to go through what she has been dealing with the last two weeks.
About a week-and-a-half ago, Sheila’s Classy to Whimsy specialty store i...
Fire officials: More grass fires expected
January 29th, 2008
A dangerous combination of dense grass, high winds and dry weather produced the massive grass fire Monday in Bailey County that burned an area bigger than Clovis, according to Muleshoe City Manager...
1-30-08 Local Briefs
January 29th, 2008
Friends of Cannon started
A new program called Friends of Cannon has been created by Col. Timothy Leahy, commander of the 27th Special Operations Wing at Cannon Air Force Base. The program will create...
1-30-08 Floyd News
January 29th, 2008
Transitions
Birthdays and Anniversaries:
Wednesday — Don Essary, Linda West
Friday — Bobbi Nall, Kathy Duncan
Upcoming events
• Seniors will meet Thursday at the Floyd Senior Citizens Center fo...
We don’t endorse candidates — we just critique them
January 29th, 2008
Freedom Communications newspapers, which include this one, do not endorse political candidates.
The practice dates to the company’s founder, R.C. Hoiles, who developed a political philosophy of sma...
Republican presidential candidate profiles
January 29th, 2008
Rudy Giuliani
Considering what’s most agreeable and most egregious about Rudy Giuliani’s candidacy, we find some of his positions would advance freedom while others give us considerable pause.
Mos...
Democratic presidential candidate profiles
January 29th, 2008
Editor's note: The following profiles of presidential candidates are intended to help voters decide whether individual freedom will advance or retreat if the candidate is elected.
Hillary Clinton
A H...
Judge to allow re-enactment photos in Novak trial
January 29th, 2008
The judge in a murder trial of a Cannon Air Force Base airman said Tuesday she will allow re-enactment photos of the crime scene as evidence.
Chief Trial Judge for the Air Force Dawn Eflein said sh...
Weather service issues high wind warning
January 29th, 2008
The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a red flag warning for high winds, effective until 5 p.m. today.
Northwest winds increasing to 40 mph with gusts to 60 mph will continue through...
Mentoring program seeking volunteers
January 28th, 2008
Big Brothers, Big Sisters of southeastern New Mexico is making a big push to find volunteers in Roosevelt and Curry counties.
Big Brothers, Big Sisters matches adults with children and teens in a m...
Novak judge throws out previous conviction
January 28th, 2008
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — Monday amounted to a day of housekeeping as attorneys argued motions before the judge in the first day of the first-degree murder trial of a Cannon Air Force Base airman ac...
Jan. 29, 1961
January 28th, 2008
• Ken Hubbard and Dr. Howard McDonald were spearheading an effort by the Chamber of Commerce to bring the Methodist Home for the Aged to Portales. They were seeking to collect $75,000 for the effo...
1-29-08 ENMU Briefs
January 28th, 2008
Faculty / Alumni
• Gene Smith, College of Business, had an article titled “CPAs-Close the Loopholes on Continuing Education” published in the December 2007 edition of the Journal of Human Resour...
1-29-08 Local Briefs
January 28th, 2008
Library hosting scavenger hunt
Students in grades K-6 are invited to participate in a scavenger hunt this week at the Portales Public Library. The hunt takes place at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday at the libr...
1/27
January 26th, 2008
Jan. 27, 1963
• The ENMU Golden Library construction OK’d at the cost of $575,000.
• ENMU Greyhounds lost their first game in six starts in New Mexico....
Gas company: Explosions rare occurrences
January 26th, 2008
While investigators haven’t pinpointed a cause for Wednesday’s deadly explosion at the Clytie Calton residence, members of the family have said they smelled gas prior to the explosion.
Calton di...
Novak’s parents say they’re ready for closure
January 26th, 2008
For Kimberly Novak's parents, who will travel to New Mexico from their home in Arkansas for the murder trial of her husband, the investigation into their daughter's death has been a long, slow, excr...
Jet forced to make emergency landing
January 26th, 2008
An F-16 Fighting Falcon from Cannon Air Force Base was forced to jettison its external tanks immediately after takeoff when it experienced a serious system malfunction today at approximately 10:35 a....
1-27-08 District Court
January 26th, 2008
The following dispositions were filed in Roosevelt County 9th Judicial District Court recently. According to the documents:
• Mark Rodriguez, 19, pleaded guilty to the charge of aggravated assault w...
1-27-08 Magistrate Court
January 26th, 2008
The following dispositions were filed in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court recently. According to the documents:
• Tyrie Graham, 21, pleaded guilty of driving while under the influence of intoxicati...
1-27-08 Public Record
January 26th, 2008
The following people recently applied for marriage licenses with the Roosevelt County clerk’s office:
• Clifton Wayne Eurage, 41, of Portales and Shannon Megan Holden, 33, of Portales.
• Michae...
Murder trial set to begin at Cannon
January 26th, 2008
For Kimberly Novak's parents, who will travel to New Mexico from their home in Arkansas for the murder trial of her husband, the investigation into their daughter's death has been a long, slow, excruc...
Cannon reports F-16 malfunction
January 26th, 2008
An F-16 Fighting Falcon from Cannon Air Force Base was forced to jettison its external tanks immediately after takeoff when it experienced a serious system malfunction today at approximately 10:35 a.m...
ENMU basketball capsules
January 25th, 2008
Men
Angelo State (11-6, 0-2) at ENMU (6-12, 0-3), 7 p.m. today, in a Lone Star Conference South Division game at Greyhound Arena.
Radio: KSEL-FM 95.3.
On the Net: www.enmusports.com
Notes: ENMU is...
Jan. 26, 2008 Prep Boys Roundup
January 25th, 2008
• In District 3-1A, sophomore Rawley Stallard led three Fort Sumner players in double figures with a season-best 24 points and the Foxes (10-5, 2-0 district) won at home over Melrose 70-61. Seniors...
Jan. 26, 2008 Clovis basketball capsule
January 25th, 2008
What: Rio Rancho (8-9) at Clovis (17-0).
When: 7 p.m. tonight
Notes: It’s a tough weekend for the Rams, who are coming off a 100-80 loss last night at Hobbs, ranked second in the Albuquerque Journ...
MDA seeks summer camp volunteers
January 25th, 2008
The Muscular Dystrophy Association needs summer camp volunteer counselors to assist young people with neuromuscular diseases, according to a news release.
Volunteer applicants must be male, at least...
Man convicted in infant's death
January 25th, 2008
A Clovis jury deliberated for approximately two hours Friday before returning a guilty verdict against Leroy “Roy” Jaramillo for the 2004 death of a 9-month-old Clovis baby, according to a press r...
Cannon construction contract approved
January 25th, 2008
WASHINGTON — A $12.1 million contract to renovate a fuel storage and loading facility at Cannon Air Force Base has been approved, according to a press release issued Friday by Sen. Pete Domenici’s...
Thursday area prep roundup
January 25th, 2008
Clovis Christian jumped on House early Thursday night and cruised to a 74-52 District 4-1A victory over the Cowboys at the CCS gym.
Junior guard Jordan Broome scored a season-best 20 points for the E...
President should work inside bounds of Constitution
January 24th, 2008
One of the keys to making our government work properly is the balance of powers. It’s a common mistake to think the president runs the federal government, but he doesn’t. He runs the executive bra...
Parenting holds challenges even for experts
January 24th, 2008
By virtue of the official title I’ve held since the day my daughter Laura was born, I hereby declare myself an expert in parenting.
Anyone who has a child can arguably be an expert in parenting.
...
Identifying with candidates essential
January 24th, 2008
Parents Magazine polled readers about which of the 2008 presidential candidates would make the best babysitter.
It’s something I’ve always pondered when I look at Andrew Jackson or Kinky Friedman...
Domestic partnership bill passed by House
January 24th, 2008
A domestic partnership bill passed Tuesday by the House is a positive step, according to the leader of a Clovis church that openly accepts gay people.
The bill would allow gay and heterosexual coup...
Play written by Portales native showing at ENMU
January 24th, 2008
In more than one way, Leonard Madrid has come home.
The Portales native, now a graduate student at the University of New Mexico, is the author of Eastern New Mexico University’s current showing,...
ENMU hosting Roswell art exhibit
January 24th, 2008
The Department of Art at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales is presenting “Just Down the Road: Imported Art from Roswell” exhibit through Feb. 6, in the Runnels Gallery in the Golden Libra...
Bilingual services available to voters
January 24th, 2008
Bilingual services are available for voters in the March 4 municipal elections in Portales and Clovis.
Spanish-language voters will have the aid of bilingual precinct workers and a translating devi...
1-25-08 It's Their Job
January 24th, 2008
Name: Rusty Radloff
Job: Automotive Sales Representative, Big Valley
Time on the job: One year
Background: I was a jet mechanic in the military for four years. The Air Force that gave me the steppi...
Faith one of most valuable things person can possess
January 24th, 2008
Have you ever realized that history repeats itself? It’s a concept as old as time. It can be traced as far back as can be pursued.
An undeniable result of transgression is that it never happens in...
1/25
January 24th, 2008
Jan. 25, 1963
The Comancheros played at the Tower starring John Wayne.
Levi Jeans were priced at $3.88, size 29-36 waist at Criswell's 220 W. Second St....
Ten arrested in sweep
January 23rd, 2008
The Portales Police Department arrested 10 subjects and confiscated 5.3 grams of cocaine and 8.78 ounces of marijuana Tuesday during a warrant and narcotic sweep, according to a PPD press release.
Th...
Wintry weather on way
January 23rd, 2008
The National Weather Service has posted a winter storm watch for Thursday night and Friday for New Mexico’s northwestern mountains.
Lea County will be under a winter storm watch Thursday and Thursda...
GAO: Cannon may receive fewer planes, people than planned
January 23rd, 2008
Military officials are considering sending fewer planes and personnel to Cannon Air Force Base than originally planned, according to a report released last week by the Government Accountability Office...
Abilene Christian rolls over Zias in LSC play
January 22nd, 2008
ABILENE, Texas — Senior forward Ashlee Barr and sophomore forward Jody Meyer combined for 27 points and 17 rebounds off the bench Tuesday night and Abilene Christian rolled to a 91-61 Lone Star Conf...
14th-ranked Abilene Christian handles Hounds
January 22nd, 2008
ABILENE, Texas — Playing with a short deck, the Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team gave 14th-ranked Abilene Christian all it wanted for most of Tuesday’s Lone Star Conference So...
Dora, Elida split in district opener
January 22nd, 2008
ELIDA — Dora’s boys avenged an earlier EPAC Tournament loss to Elida with a 74-50 road win Tuesday.
Dora outscored the home team in all four quarters to secure the win.
Coyote junior Jeremey Butle...
Rams win district opener on road
January 22nd, 2008
The Portales Ram basketball team opened defense of their District 4-3A championship Tuesday night with a 63-55 victory at Roswell’s New Mexico Military Institute, but it may have been a little too c...
Park firearms rules inconsistent, infringe on personal freedoms
January 22nd, 2008
Talk in political circles often centers on bipartisanship. If politicians want to portray a bill or program as something few would quibble with, they reach across the aisle and find at least a handful...
Improving baseball should start at top
January 22nd, 2008
Imagine you’re the boss of one of America’s most public companies, with a payroll in the billions going to roughly 1,200 employees.
Now imagine your most productive employees are suspected to be...
Early retirement provision drawing ire
January 22nd, 2008
The $696 billion defense authorization bill for 2008, which Congress expects to return to the White House by next week for a promised signature, has a host of critical pay and benefit initiatives for...
Curry County jail officer arrested
January 22nd, 2008
A Curry County jail officer arrested Tuesday and charged with smuggling marijuana into the jail said he was blackmailed by inmates.
Clovis’ Carsten Douglas, 23, said an inmate stole his handcuff k...
1-23-08 Local Briefs
January 22nd, 2008
Candidate deadline approaching
Any person who plans to run for political office in the June Primary must make any necessary changes to their voter registration before 5 p.m. Monday, according to a pre...
1-23-08 Floyd News
January 22nd, 2008
Transitions
Birthdays and Anniversaries:
Wednesday — John and Mary Lou Kropp
Sunday — Heather Buzard
Tuesday — Eddie and Janice Lee
Upcoming events
• Seniors will meet Thursday at the Floyd S...
Novak murder trial to begin at Cannon
January 22nd, 2008
The military murder trial of Airman Basic Edward M. Novak for the October 2004 death of his wife is scheduled to begin at 8 a.m. Monday at the Cannon Air Force Base courthouse.
Kimberly S. Novak, 20,...
No ethanol plant for Clovis
January 22nd, 2008
Plans to build a $200 million ethanol plant on the edge of Clovis have been scrapped.
ConAgra foods withdrew its application for an air quality permit Tuesday, spokeswoman Stephanie Childs said. Th...
Jan. 22, 2008 Clovis boys capsule
January 21st, 2008
What: Borger (10-11) at Clovis boys (16-0)
When: 7 p.m. today
Previous matchup: Clovis defeated the Bulldogs 72-56 last year behind 22 points from Bryce Hill.
Notes: The Wildcats are fine-tuning th...
Some uncertain economic stimulus package would help
January 21st, 2008
It’s still up in the air whether the United States is heading for a recession. Likewise, it’s in the air if rumored stimulus packages would do anything to slow or stop one.
President Bush on Fr...
United Way extending deadline
January 21st, 2008
The United Way of Eastern New Mexico is extending its campaign deadline to reach its campaign goal.
On Friday, the organization was about $24,000 short of reaching its goal of $565,000, according to...
1-22-08 ENMU Briefs
January 21st, 2008
ENMU presenting ‘Perla de Luna’
The Department of Theatre and Dance at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales will present “Perla de Luna” at 7 p.m. nightly Wednesday through Saturday in t...
Former Hound coaching Charger running backs
January 19th, 2008
With the AFC’s top two teams duking it out today, one of the NFL’s best running backs is being coached by a Greyhound.
Eastern New Mexico alum Matt Simon, running backs coach for the San Diego Ch...
Afghan stability will take more than occupation force
January 19th, 2008
The U.S. plan to send an additional 3,200 Marines into southern Afghanistan at least reflects a dawning understanding that the struggle to neutralize jihadism and jihadists may be going on more direct...
Cold, dry weather creates static problem
January 19th, 2008
It may be cold outside, but at least it's a dry cold.
That little summertime saying can be turned around by those of us in eastern New Mexico to create complete nonsense during the winter — unless...
Political coverage now more like sports
January 19th, 2008
You would think that being from Italy I’ve had my fair share of politics, and I certainly have when it comes to outrageous situations. But I was nevertheless surprised by the coverage of our current...
1-20-08 Letter to the Editor
January 19th, 2008
Attitude disturbingly ethnocentric
Last Sunday’s letter from Richard Foster (“Making sanctuary ultimately illegal”) is disturbing, getting uncomfortably close to pure BS with his statement that...
Origin of pledge hand salute unknown
January 19th, 2008
Almost immediately after the Legislature adopted the salute to the New Mexico flag, school children and public meetings immediately began making the pledge part of their day.
Most organizations, in...
Portales Springs important water source on trail
January 19th, 2008
Editor’s note: This is the second in a three-part series of Sunday articles describing the importance of Portales Springs in eastern New Mexico history.
The trail going past Portales Springs, comm...
1-20-08 Local Briefs
January 19th, 2008
Blood drive planned
United Blood Services will hold a blood drive from 9:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Tuesday at the Portales National Bank, 109 E. Second, Portales.
Information or appointment: 356-6601 ext...
1-20-08 Police Blotter
January 19th, 2008
The following is a sampling of calls placed to Portales police dispatchers over the last week. According to the reports:
Sunday
• At 11:45 p.m. suspicious activity was reported on South Main. Offic...
1-20-08 Magistrate Court
January 19th, 2008
The following dispositions were filed in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court recently. According to the documents:
• Darrnell Yancey, 24, was found guilty of the charge of resisting/evading/obstructi...
1-20-08 District Court
January 19th, 2008
The following dispositions were filed recently in Roosevelt County 9th Judicial District Court. According to the report:
• Felicia Ortega, 21, pleaded guilty to the charge of distribution of mariju...
1-20-08 Public Record
January 19th, 2008
The following people recently applied for a marriage license with the Roosevelt County clerk’s office:
• Celso S. Perez, 22, of Cuatemoc, Chih, Mexico and Yadira Y. Baca, 19, of Portales
• Rob...
Portales claims fifth at Hope Christian
January 19th, 2008
The Portales boys basketball team has its sights firmly set on Tuesday’s district opener against New Mexico Military Institute. But the Rams had to look around a 6-foot, 8-inch obstacle on Saturday...
Shorthanded Hounds host WT tonight
January 19th, 2008
Facing rival West Texas A&M was already a big challenge for the Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team, but it just got a lot bigger.
When the Greyhounds entertain WT in a 7:30 p.m. Lo...
Friday area prep basketball roundup
January 19th, 2008
Courtland Luscombe and Daniel Schueler combined for 14 points in Texico’s 21-6 run in the third quarter, lifting the Wolverines to a 47-45 win over Friona on Friday night in Friona.
Schueler finish...
Rams outlast Hatch Valley in consolation bracket
January 18th, 2008
ALBUQUERQUE — Coaches sometimes jokingly refer to it as the sunshine bracket, because all of the games are played in the day. Officially, it’s the consolation bracket and the Portales Rams got a b...
Jan. 19, 2008 Clovis High boys capsule
January 18th, 2008
What: Clovis (15-0) at Valley (6-9)
When: 7 p.m. today
Notes: Coming off a 72-61 victory Tuesday at Eldorado, Clovis is making its second trip to Albuquerque this weekend. Valley has lost three stra...
Rams drop Hope Invitational opener
January 17th, 2008
ALBUQUERQUE — At times, a contest between Portales and Navajo Pine on Thursday felt somewhat more akin to a chess match than a boys basketball game. With both teams playing tough match-up zone defen...
Portales girls win squeaker
January 17th, 2008
ROSWELL — With senior Tara Johnson the only player on either side in double figures, the Portales Lady Rams squeaked out a tough 26-25 road win against Roswell High Thursday night.
Portales jumped...
High school level tests to undergo makeover
January 17th, 2008
The New Mexico Public Education Department is remodeling standardized tests for high school students designed to map out their academic lives after graduation.
State education officials say the te...
Selective Service System has opening for board member
January 17th, 2008
The Selective Service System has an opening for a volunteer to serve with its Roosevelt County local board.
Local board members are citizen volunteers appointed by the director of the Selective Serv...
Republican ideology missing in several conservative candidates
January 17th, 2008
Republican voters are having a hard time settling on presidential candidates, now that the party has three separate winners after its first three major primaries.
In Michigan on Tuesday, Republican M...
Real men not afraid to hold purses
January 17th, 2008
Recently, I spotted a masculine-looking hombre at the store wearing a nice pair of ostrich-skin boots, a bulky belt buckle and a cowboy hat.
To complement his outfit, he was carrying a pink purse.
...
Squeeze chute can involve toying with fate
January 17th, 2008
Early in my veterinary career I developed a respect for the machinery used to restrain large beasts. No, I’m not thinking of ropes, twitches or even classic music in the dairy barn, although at one...
God has plan for everyone, including you
January 17th, 2008
Have you ever wondered if God really is in control of your life and if he knows every detail? Have you gone down a dark trail of pain and asked, “Why me?” If you have, you are not alone. Many of t...
Regents converge on capital
January 16th, 2008
SANTA FE — Eastern New Mexico University Regents were in Santa Fe for their regular board meeting Wednesday to coincide with the opening of the 30-day legislative session.
According to ENMU Preside...
Legislators aim to tackle wage exceptions
January 16th, 2008
Lawmakers are moving quickly to help cities and counties avoid millions of dollars in overtime pay for police, firefighters and some other workers.
The Senate approved a bill on Wednesday to fix a pr...
Zia rally not enough on the road
January 16th, 2008
KINGSVILLE, Texas — Sophomore guard Kayla Naylor hit two clinching free throws with one second left and Texas A&M-Kingsville held off Eastern New Mexico University 66-62 Wednesday night in the Lone...
Javelinas dominate Greyhounds
January 16th, 2008
KINGSVILLE, Texas — Texas A&M-Kingsville went on an 18-7 run over the final 5 1/2 minutes of the first half and the Javelinas defeated Eastern New Mexico University 74-65 Wednesday night in the Lone...
Cats pull away after half for win
January 16th, 2008
ALBUQUERQUE — The unbeaten Clovis Wildcats took control in the second half, turning a 28-28 halftime tie into a 77-61 win Tuesday night over Eldorado.
Clovis, which returns to Albuquerque Saturday...
Bush administration misfires on gun regulation issue
January 15th, 2008
In a brief filed last week with the Supreme Court, the Bush administration paid lip service to the idea that Americans have an individual right to possess a firearm. But the practical implications of...
Troops need protection during ‘bonus limbo’
January 15th, 2008
Pentagon officials and congressional staffs are working together to try to ensure that thousands of bonus-qualified recruits, and thousands of careerists ready to re-enlist, aren’t harmed financiall...
Hospital board ties feasibility study vote
January 15th, 2008
With the reorganization of the board at Roosevelt General Hospital an old argument reared its head Tuesday — the merits of offering obstetric services at the hospital.
In the end, a discussion of...
Portales Police Department applies for re-accreditation
January 15th, 2008
When the Portales Police Department received state accreditation, it became the state’s first police department to do so.
Now, the department will be another first — the first to apply for re-...
1-16-08 Floyd News
January 15th, 2008
Transitions
Birthdays
Wednesday — Jake Buzard
Thursday — Chet Chenault, Don Beard, Jeanie Terry
Tuesday — Alice Gossett
Upcoming events
• Seniors will meet Thursday at the Floyd Senior Citiz...
United Way looking for help to meet goal
January 15th, 2008
The United Way of Eastern New Mexico needs the community’s help to reach this year’s campaign goal of $565,000.
The campaign is $73,000 short of its goal and the drive ends Friday, said Christina...
Michigan legal complaint unfounded
January 15th, 2008
There are times in our political process where legal recourse is needed. Now is not that time; Michigan is not that place.
On Tuesday, the state featured a competitive Republican primary, with Mitt R...
Gov. Richardson speaks to lawmakers
January 15th, 2008
SANTA FE -- Gov. Bill Richardson delivered the 2008 State of the State address Tuesday to a joint-session of the Legislature. The address kicked off the 30-day session.
Here are his prepared remarks...
Board votes to extend Fowler’s contract
January 14th, 2008
The Portales School Board voted unanimously Monday to extend Superintendent Randy Fowler’s contract through the 2009-2010 school year.
Fowler is in his third year as superintendent in the Portale...
Rams rout Rattlers in advance of tourney
January 14th, 2008
TUCUMCARI — With little more than one week until the start of District 4-3A basketball, the Portales Rams are gearing up, with a runaway win at Tucumcari Monday night 70-35.
“We got to get everyb...
1-15-08 Local Briefs
January 14th, 2008
Ron Paul group forming
A meeting for people who want to get involved in helping to elect Ron Paul for president is scheduled for 6 p.m. Friday at Eastern New Mexico University’s Golden Library, room...
PNT launches new Web site system
January 14th, 2008
Today we launch new tools on our Web site.
We call the system SiteLife.
SiteLife allows readers to start their own blog and share photos. But the biggest change is tied to commenting on stories.
W...
Kenyan violence shows divisive potential of elections
January 12th, 2008
One of our more cherished beliefs, or at least desires, is that democratic governance is a key to a stable, productive society in which differences can be worked out through the political process.
R...
Imagination helps rebuild Portales Springs
January 12th, 2008
I’ve grown up knowing that the city of Portales was named for Portales Springs. But I’ve always had trouble believing that there was a time, not too long ago, when springs bubbled to the surface o...
1-13-08 Letter to the Editor
January 12th, 2008
Making sanctuary ultimately illegal
What if the citizens of Portales considered a few factors before following Geni Flores’ proposal to become a sanctuary city (Letter to the editor, Jan. 6 PNT):
1...
Resolution to lose weight overrated
January 12th, 2008
Most of us make resolutions in the New Year and probably have a hard time keeping them even for the month of January. On top of this list there usually is the timeless favorite “losing weight” res...
ENMU splits with Cameron
January 12th, 2008
LAWTON, Okla. — Junior forward Kendall Clark’s buzzer-beating layup forced overtime, then Eastern New Mexico University scored the first eight points of the extra session and held on for a 76-74 L...
Area representatives: Health care plan not ready
January 12th, 2008
Area representatives and senators say Gov. Bill Richardson’s universal health care plan is a good idea, but it’s not ready for implementation and cost remains a question.
Richardson wants to ex...
Air Force representatives talk transition
January 12th, 2008
Air Force Special Operations Command spokeswoman Lt. Amy Cooper and 73rd Special Operations Squadron Commander Lt. Col. Tom Markland answered some questions last week about how Cannon Air Force Base...
1/13
January 12th, 2008
Jan. 13, 1961
• Bill R. Boone assumed duties as assistant branch manager at the First Federal Savings and Loan Co. in Portales. Boone transferred from the First Federal branch in Clovis.
• The...
Square dancing unique social opportunity
January 12th, 2008
David and Alyse Josiwak danced on their first date 39 years ago. About 15 years ago the couple learned ballroom dancing. They spent Saturday afternoon twirling, promenading and dosidoing.
In a seam...
1-13-08 Police Blotter
January 12th, 2008
The following is a sampling of calls received by Portales police dispatchers over the past week. According to the reports:
Jan. 4
• At 4:20 p.m. deputies were called to an address on U.S. 70 to inv...
1-13-08 Library News
January 12th, 2008
Portales Public Library this week.
Tuesday — Writing Workshop for Teens, sixth through 12th grades. Carol Erwin from Eastern New Mexico University will lead the workshop. Participants should bring...
Clovis cruises past Goddard for 14-0 record
January 12th, 2008
Clovis’ momentum carried through the weekend and through the 110-mile trip to Roswell.
Jaye Crockett and Jaden Isler each scored 20 points, and the Wildcats bolted out to a 29-6 first quarter lead...
ENMU basketball capsules
January 12th, 2008
Men
ENMU (5-9) at Cameron (2-11), 3 p.m. (MST) today in a Lone Star Conference crossover game at Lawton, Okla.
Radio: none.
On the Net: www.enmusports.com
Notes: Both teams are coming off losses on...
First person: Hank Baskett
January 12th, 2008
Clovis native Hank Baskett recently finished his second season with the Philadelphia Eagles:
On being back in Clovis: There’s no place like home. It’s always great to see friends and family. You...
Wilson supports Air Force delay of procurement changes
January 11th, 2008
Albuquerque — Rep. Heather Wilson, R-N.M., said Friday a delay in Air Force plans to consolidate procurement operations is a good thing for small businesses in New Mexico.
Wilson’s comments came...
Oasis State Park entrance reduced to single lane
January 11th, 2008
The entrance road into Oasis State Park is reduced to one lane while the lake is being refilled, according to a news release.
Workers began refilling the pond Thursday after drainage and renovation....
Jan. 13, 2008 Engagement
January 11th, 2008
Fitzpatrick/Stewart
Linda Fitzpatrick of Portales announces the engagement and approaching marriage of her daughter Cristin Fitzpatrick, of Portales, to Robert Stewart of Portales. She is the daughter...
Creative Living gets cooking
January 11th, 2008
Information on making pillow tops using photos and stamps, gluten-free cooking and shadow appliqué will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at noon Tuesday and at 2 p.m. Saturday.
Artist...
Jan. 13, 2008 Anniversary
January 11th, 2008
Owens
Marion and Velma Owens of Lubbock celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary recently at the Lubbock Country Club.
The celebration was hosted by their daughter, Brenda (Randy) Burrell of Midland,...
Jan. 13, 2008 Club notes
January 11th, 2008
Pep Extension
The Pep Extension Club met Jan. 8 at Portales Estates.
New officers attending were Vickie Neece, president; Marjorie Williamson, secretary; Lillie Belle Toombs, treasurer; Mozelle Hamlet...
Jan. 13, 2008 School News
January 11th, 2008
PJHS News
Students issued report cards
Students received their report cards Friday. Principal Steve Harris encourages students and parents to evaluate students’ progress so far this year. Congratul...
Jan. 13, 2008 Library Books
January 11th, 2008
The following books are now available at the Public Library:
The Lemonade Club by Patricia Polacco
Traci and her best friend Marilyn were both in Miss Wichelman's fifth grade class — a good thing,...
Jan. 13, 2008 Community Calendar
January 11th, 2008
The Portales News-Tribune offers this space for community events. To submit or change an announcement, contact the Editorial Department at 356-4481 several days in advance. For Sunday’s paper, items...
Clovis boys basketball capsule
January 11th, 2008
What: Clovis (12-0) vs. Moriarty (1-9), 7 p.m. Friday at Rock Staubus Gym, and vs. Goddard (7-6), 7 p.m. Saturday in Roswell.
Notes: The matchup is one of the unbeaten versus the beaten. Since edging...
Bronchos defeat San Jon
January 10th, 2008
Midway through a stagnant first quarter of an EPAC boys tournament game, Grady coach Jim Kneipp felt he had to do something to shake up the tempo.
But going to a full-court pressure defense was prett...
Southwestern Oklahoma sweeps ENMU
January 10th, 2008
WEATHERFORD, Okla. — Senior forward Nate Perry and junior guard Clarke Hale combined for 41 points Thursday night to lead Southwestern Oklahoma past Eastern New Mexico University 86-69 in a Lone Sta...
Country needs dialogue on pros, cons of immigration
January 10th, 2008
Anti-immigrant tough talk has failed, once again, as it did in the 2006 election. The toughest of the tough-on-immigration candidates — Colorado’s Tom Tancredo — didn’t get to New Hampshire be...
Working at home more distraction than work
January 10th, 2008
This is a column about telecommuting. You know ... working at home.
It’s an art that involves conning your boss into thinking you can be productive in the comfort of your own living room or kitche...
Las Vegas good for rodeo despite show business
January 10th, 2008
Hunter S. Thompson, in his book “Fear And Loathing in Las Vegas,” said, “Circus, Circus (a big casino in Las Vegas) is what the world would be like if the Third Reich had won!”
Las Vegas is t...
Grandmother’s faith makes her life shine
January 10th, 2008
Editor’s note: The following was written by PNT religion columnist Joan Clayton’s granddaughter Traci Clayton who is an advertising and public relations major at Texas Christian University. Traci...
Richardson officially out of presidential race
January 10th, 2008
SANTA FE, N.M. — New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson ended his bid for the Democratic presidential nomination Thursday after poor finishes in the first two contests in Iowa and New Hampshire.
“It is...
ENMu basketball capsules
January 9th, 2008
Men
ENMU (5-8) at Southwestern Oklahoma (11-2), 7 p.m. (MST) today in a Lone Star Conference crossover game at Weatherford, Okla.
Radio: none.
On the Net: www.enmusports.com
Notes: The Bulldogs, who a...
Jan. 10, 2008 Local Briefs
January 9th, 2008
Textbooks available for public review
Teachers, parents, and other community members are invited to review and comment on the proposed Education Career Technical, Adult Basic Education and Driver Edu...
Richardson drops out of presidential race
January 9th, 2008
MERRIMACK, N.H. — New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson ended his campaign for the presidency Wednesday after twin fourth-place finishes that showed his impressive credentials could not compete with his r...
Buffs roll by Logan in EPAC
January 8th, 2008
MELROSE — Stifling man-to-man pressure over the length of the court gave the Melrose Buffaloes turnover after turnover.
The Buffs capitalized repeatedly off the Logan miscues to build a 20-point le...
Bulldogs fight back against Rams
January 8th, 2008
The Portales Rams blew a 13-point lead as Artesia junior Derek Montoya scored 8 of his game-high 16 points in the fourth quarter powering the Bulldogs over the visiting Rams Tuesday night 47-42.
“W...
Two city council races contested
January 8th, 2008
Two of the four Portales City Council races in the March 4 municipal election will be contested.
In Ward B, incumbent Gary Watkins is being challenged by Michael Martinez.
The race for the Ward D c...
1/9
January 8th, 2008
Jan. 9, 1961
• Bob Heselton of Hessie’s 66 Service Station received a $50 award from Phillips 66 for providing perfect driveway service to a “Mystery Motorist.”
• Travis Gossett advertised...
1/9/08 Local Briefs
January 8th, 2008
STAR sponsoring writing contest
The teen group at the Portales Public Library, Some Teens Are Reading, is organizing a teen writing contest. Students in sixth through 12th grades are eligible and may...
1/9/08 Floyd News
January 8th, 2008
Birthdays and Anniversaries
Belated:
Dec. 28 — Kelli Richerson
Dec. 29 — Dink and Mitzi Miller
Jan. 1 — Kelsi Gray
Jan. 2 — Casey Buzard
This week:
Thursday — Jill Thompson
Friday — Char R...
Government waste reaches new lows with TSA contraband
January 8th, 2008
Most Americans recognize that wastefulness is pervasive in the federal government. By now, revelations that once generated disbelief and anger garner a defeatist shrug.
But some cases still can make...
This viewer ready for TV writers’ return
January 8th, 2008
Over the last few months, I thought nothing could be more boring than what the writers’ strike had done — old episodes of “The Daily Show With Jon Stewart,” covering weeks-old news.
I found o...
Wounded troops not getting trauma pay
January 8th, 2008
Too many severely injured troops and their families haven’t been getting the bedside help they need in preparing applications to qualify for up to $100,000 in traumatic injury insurance.
But that...
1/8
January 7th, 2008
• Hunters in Roosevelt County were reportedly having rotten luck in the first sandhill crane hunting season since 1918. Game officials speculated that not enough hunters knew the proper tactics. Hun...
Bingaman to introduce Ute water bill in February
January 7th, 2008
Continued funding for the Ute Water Project depends on decisions that will be made in February.
That’s when the New Mexico Legislature is finishing a 30-day session, for which Eastern New Mexico R...
Tucumcari ‘icon’ dies at 91
January 7th, 2008
Former Tucumcari Mayor Mary Mayfield called her “an icon.”
Others knew her as “Mrs. Tucumcari.”
Margaret “Bettie” Ditto, a Tucumcari leader and city promoter for six decades, died on S...
Elida looks to defend EPAC crowns
January 7th, 2008
The Eastern Plains Athletic Conference basketball tournament kicks off today in Melrose, with Elida looking to defend titles on both sides.
Still, Elida boys coach Darrell Chenault isn’t looking fo...
Rams trounce Warriors
January 5th, 2008
Portales Ram coach Mark Gallegos wanted his guys to focus on defense Saturday night in their Ram Shootout finale against Socorro.
He got what he wanted on defense, and several Rams got into the act on...
1-6-08 Local Briefs
January 5th, 2008
Christian counseling available
New Testament Baptist Church is sponsoring volunteer licensed mental health counselor Fran ‘Cisco” Muldez for Christian counseling sessions at the church, 901 E. Sec...
1-6-08 Public Record
January 5th, 2008
The following people applied for marriage licenses:
Elias Beltran-Rascon, 24, of Los Robles Chih., Mexico, and Delia Olivas, 18, of Portales.
No dispositions were filed recently in the Roosevelt Cou...
Candidates have yet to touch on several topics
January 5th, 2008
This is the first time since 1928 there has been no incumbent president or vice president running in either party’s primaries. That has made for a fairly wide-open race, with no clear favorite — o...
1-6-08 Letters to the Editor
January 5th, 2008
Acceptance, care would help city grow
As a new year begins, many of us begin to think of new possibilities. I have been pondering a “What if…” that I would like to share.
What If Portales took...
Friendly adventures should be treasured
January 5th, 2008
Scanning through the classified section the other day, a curious ad from an obviously down-on-his-luck dairyman caught my eye.
The ad read: Will sell Jersey or Holstein dairy cows, one to 100 head. C...
Couple returns adopted daughter after seven years
January 5th, 2008
Hard to believe, but a Dutch couple returned their adopted Korean daughter after seven years. The parents had adopted the little girl from South Korea when she was four months old. Reports of how th...
ENMU basketball capsules
January 5th, 2008
Men
Southeastern Oklahoma (3-8) at ENMU (4-8), 4 p.m. today in a Lone Star Conference crossover game at Greyhound Arena.
Radio: KSEL-FM 95.3.
On the Net: www.enmusports.com
Notes: The Savage Storm,...
CHS boys basketball capsule
January 5th, 2008
What: Sandia High (8-3) at Clovis (10-0) in a Class 5A non-district game.
When: 2:30 p.m. today.
Where: Rock Staubus Gymnasium.
Notes: Both teams come in well-rested. The host Wildcats have been idl...
Alcohol choice heading to Clovis ballot
January 4th, 2008
A local group’s petition will allow Clovis voters to decide in the March 4 municipal election if they want alcohol sales on Sundays in Clovis restaurants.
While some city officials think Sunday alc...
Rice nice source of energy
January 4th, 2008
Information on “boil-in-a-bag” rice, machine embroidery, and teenage dating violence will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at noon Tuesday, and at 2 p.m. Saturday.
Gloria Kohnen, Ri...
Jan. 6, 2008 Anniversary
January 4th, 2008
Lyndon and Nelma Stephens of Portales celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary Jan. 4, 2008 at their home.
The celebration was hosted by their children, Martha Whitesides, Harold Stephens and Laura...
Dec. 6, 2008 School News
January 4th, 2008
School resumes
The staff of Dora Schools will be at the Becky Sharpe Auditorium at ENMU on Monday for an in-service day. Students will return to Dora Schools Tuesday to begin the 2007-08 spring semest...
Jan. 6, 2008 Library Books
January 4th, 2008
The following books are available from the Portales Public Library:
The Everything Parent’s Guide to Childhood Illnesses
By Leslie Young, MD
This new book by a recognized M.D. with his own pediatri...
Jan. 6, 2008 Honors
January 4th, 2008
Roberts/Cox
Three Roosevelt County 4-H members were among those honored statewide by New Mexico 4-H for earning letters in home economics and creative arts.
Jalayna Roberts received a platinum letter...
Jan 6. 2008 Community Calendar
January 4th, 2008
The Portales News-Tribune offers this space for community events. To submit or change an announcement, contact the Editorial Department at 356-4481 several days in advance. For Sunday’s paper, items...
Police catch burglar in local business
January 4th, 2008
Portales Police Department officers nabbed a suspected burglar inside a Portales business early Friday.
According to a PPD press release, officers were called to the Hudson CPA office at 712 W. First...
Dora spanks Grady
January 4th, 2008
GRADY — Averaging better than 22 points a quarter, the Dora Coyotes snagged an easy win in Grady Thursday, defeating the Bronchos 91-52.
Dora bolted out of the gates with 27 points in the first qua...
Portales Past
January 4th, 2008
Jan. 4, 1961
• The Portales City Council officially adopted the State of New Mexico traffic code as the official code for the city.
• Farmers were preparing to meet with a commodity expert from th...
Law officers make drug bust
January 4th, 2008
Roosevelt County Sheriff’s officers working with the Region V Drug Task Force seized illegal drugs and arrested one man Sunday in Portales on an outstanding warrant. They are seeking felony drug tra...
We must solve B.E.L.C.H. issue
January 3rd, 2008
As global warming increases, and most agree it has regardless of the cause, ruminant raisers are going to become conversant in a new field of science called “Bovine Emissions Lately Considered Hazar...
Pakistanis deserve break from riots, political strife
January 3rd, 2008
A Pakistani disc jockey working the evening drive time received an e-mail request from a listener to play “Long Road to Ruin,” but decided not to play it.
“That’s not positive,” she told a...
Funerals not always sad occasion
January 3rd, 2008
I told my sister Maria recently, “You missed a good funeral,” and she looked at me like I was nuts.
“No, I mean it,” I explained. “It was a good funeral, getting to meet and visit with Dad...
Shorthanded Hounds host East Central
January 3rd, 2008
Eastern New Mexico University’s men have had their way with East Central in recent years.
The shorthanded Greyhounds (3-8) hoped to continue that trend in today’s 7:30 p.m. clash at Greyhound Are...
Jan. 3, 1961
January 2nd, 2008
• Grady’s Food Market was advertising avocados two for 29 cents and bananas two pounds for 27 cents.
• New county officials sworn into office included: Glenn Widener, sheriff; Clarence Harris, d...
Fire destroys county home
January 2nd, 2008
A home west of Portales was destroyed by fire Sunday afternoon.
Occupants of the house escaped without injury, according to Portales Fire Department Battalion Chief Lance Hill.
Four fire units from...
Recruitment tops varied list of law enforcement goals
January 2nd, 2008
Recruitment and retention, continued interagency collaboration, improved equipment and training, the fight against drugs, graffiti and truancy — These are but a few of the priorities law enforcement...
Wildcats move to 10-0, sweep Amarillo High
January 1st, 2008
AMARILLO — Clovis started off the 2008 portion of its season the same way it started off 2007 — with a win against Amarillo High.
The visiting Wildcats took control early and pulled away late in...
Free school choice would help prevent controversial battles
January 1st, 2008
It’s not often that the classroom style of a high school teacher brings hundreds of people out in the rain to rallies, but that has been the result of a First Amendment lawsuit filed by a California...
Time again for fearless predictions
January 1st, 2008
I start this year, like I do every other, with an edition of “Kevin Wilson’s Fearless Predictions.”
I make these predictions with the utmost confidence, because I know people way smarter than m...
Hurdles remain high for TriCare
January 1st, 2008
The Defense Department’s top health official believes that “within the next year or two” TRICARE fees, co-pays and deductibles will “begin to gradually go up” for military retirees.
But Dr....
New year brings new resolutions — for some
January 1st, 2008
New year’s resolutions — some people make them, some don’t. Some embrace them, and some fear them.
According to a report published in the Miami Herald, six months after Jan. 1, only 46 percen...
Portales man killed in vehicle accident
January 1st, 2008
A 37-year-old Portales man was killed and another injured early Tuesday morning in a one-vehicle accident in southern Roosevelt County, according to a press release from the New Mexico State Police.
...
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