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Portales past: Oct. 31, 1952
October 31st, 2010
Oct. 31, 1952: The Portales Daily News: Representatives of Portales civic organizations last night unanimously approved a move to bring a Red Cross mobile blood unit here to take whole blood...
Treat lefties with consideration
October 30th, 2010
Treat lefties with consideration
Russell Anglin, the senior reporter for the Quay County Sun in Tucumcari, has issues with neckties and shoelaces.
Here’s a sampling from...
Over-regulating government true monster
October 30th, 2010
Picture a trio of adorably outfitted trick-or-treaters — a ghost, a pirate and a witch of the non-Senate candidate variety — venturing forth into the night in search of sweet, sweet can...
ENMU kicking off Native American Heritage Month
October 30th, 2010
Native American Heritage Month is not only a chance to learn about Native Americans and their culture, but it also helps young Native Americans to reconnect with their heritage.
Director of...
Miners outlast Hounds for 80-76 victory
October 30th, 2010
EL PASO, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team nearly pulled off an impressive upset Saturday night, albeit in a preseason exhibition.
ENMU led most of...
Zias fall to TexAnns in four
October 30th, 2010
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Irelis Ilarraza had 16 kills and three block solos Saturday and Tarleton State fended off a solid challenge from Eastern New Mexico to beat the Zias 19-25, 25-22, 25-19,...
Hounds seventh, Zias eighth in LSC preseason poll
October 30th, 2010
RICHARDSON, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s men were picked for seventh place and the women for eighth this season in the Lone Star Conference South preseason basketball polls,...
My turn: Green Tea Party willing to work with others
October 30th, 2010
After announcing my candidacy last week as a presidential write-in candidate on the Green Tea Party ticket, today I’m unveiling our trick-or-treat platform.
“Green Tea Party&rsqu...
On the shelves — Oct. 31
October 30th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Still Midnight” by Denise Mina packs nonstop suspense into the story of the danger...
Shoutouts — Oct. 31
October 30th, 2010
On behalf of Winnie Moore and her family, we would like to thank everyone who attended her birthday celebration, gave cards and/or gifts as this helped to make Winnie's birthday celebration a won...
Senior happenings — Oct. 31
October 30th, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities.
Tuesday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities; 10:30 a.m., Indoor exercise;...
Silk screening featured on show
October 30th, 2010
Information on repurposing book covers, silk screening, and the art of aromatic blending will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
...
School menus — Oct. 31
October 30th, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — English muffin with egg and cheese. Lunch — Pepperoni pizza, sunshine corn, chilled fruit.
...
Club notes — 10-31
October 30th, 2010
Roosevelt General Hospital Auxiliary
The Oct. 20, 2010, Executive Council meeting of the Roosevelt General Hospital Auxiliary convened in the community room of the hospital.
Pr...
Play highlights New Mexican culture
October 30th, 2010
I’m admittedly jaded when it comes to theater, maybe more than I should be at first glance.
When I was a kid, my parents used to take us into Pittsburgh every New Years’ Eve to...
Halloween festivals more fun
October 30th, 2010
Trick-or-treating was a big part of the fall season when I was a kid but the annual Fun Festival at L.L. Brown Elementary School was a fall classic.
When I was trick-or-treat age we lived in...
Oct. 31 — Police blotter
October 30th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls to Portales-area law enforcement, according to police records:
Wednesday
An animal control officer was called to the 1100 block of North...
Americans always ready to lend a hand
October 30th, 2010
Last spring many criticized Florida strawberry growers for plowing under their crop when it was obvious that spending more money to pick and distribute it would only add to their financial loss.
Oct. 31 — Weekly Update
October 30th, 2010
Status updates on high-profile criminal cases, according to the 9th Judicial District Attorney's Office:
• Lucio Ramirez, was charged with aggravated battery for hitting Marvin Silva, 3...
Tuesday marks election day
October 30th, 2010
Early voting has concluded, and just one voting day remains on the 2010 midterm elections.
Polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, with voter choices ranging from the governor’s mans...
Portales past: Oct. 30, 1953
October 30th, 2010
Oct. 30, 1953: The Portales Daily News: Janet Peterson was one of 16 New Mexico 4-H Club members who had been named winners in the state achievement awards program to attend the National 4-H...
Muleshoe bests River Road in rematch
October 29th, 2010
MULESHOE — There’s revenge. And then there’s revenge.
Powered by Oklahoma-bound senior quarterback Cooper Washington, Muleshoe routed Amarillo River Road 72-16 Friday...
Press power drive being replaced
October 29th, 2010
Delivery of the Clovis News Journal was Friday morning due to a loss of power to the press. The last copies were delivered around noon. It is the second time in three weeks this has...
Hounds take on UTEP in exhibition game
October 29th, 2010
It figures if the Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team can hang with three Division I teams, all of whom made the NCAA tournament last year, good things are in store.
EN...
Zias post shutout
October 29th, 2010
WEATHERFORD, Okla. — Junior midfielder Danielle Thurman scored in the first 18 seconds and the Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team posted a 2-0 Lone Star Conference soccer...
Prep football scoreboard — Oct. 29
October 29th, 2010
Non-district
Artesia 51, Portales 0, F
6-man playoffs
Lake Arthur 62, Elida 22 F
District 2-2A
Texico 38, Clayton 6, F
Santa Rosa 27,...
Southeastern Oklahoma used to tight contests
October 29th, 2010
If nothing else, the Southeastern Oklahoma football team is battle-tested.
The Savage Storm, playing its sixth consecutive Lone Star Conference North Division game at 2 p.m. today against Ea...
Grant McGee: Some insights best left so oneself
October 29th, 2010
The Lady of the House told me about this ancient concept of the three stages of womanhood.
First she is a maiden, then mother and finally a wise crone. I think this is pretty interesti...
In Search of Ponies: Unorthodox relationship good for both parties
October 29th, 2010
Ah, Moses and Jael, now their's was a love like none other.
It was an arranged relationship, born of necessity and convenience.
It didn’t start with a spark or a glance across t...
Friday morning briefing: Roadblocks, updates and an old guy returns to...
October 29th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Question of the day
What's the best holiday pie?
Please feel free to join this delicious debate i...
Portales past: Oct. 29, 1947
October 29th, 2010
Oct. 29, 1947: The Portales Daily News: The Dora senior class was presenting the play "The Antics of Andrew," a three-act comedy, Thursday evening at 7:30 p.m. The play was presen...
Portales faces former district rival
October 28th, 2010
Tonight’s visit from the Artesia Bulldogs will be a throwback to years gone by for Portales Rams fans.
After being district rivals for years and non-conference foes for some time after...
Two arrested for copper wire theft
October 28th, 2010
Roosevelt County deputies have arrested two people on charges of stealing copper wire from Yucca Telecom, according to a news release from the Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office.
Jade B...
My turn: Cast deserves recognition
October 28th, 2010
I would like to give a standing ovation to the students who performed in the “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” production Saturday night at Eastern New Mexico University.
...
Friday area prep football capsules — Oct. 29
October 28th, 2010
Clayton (1-7, 0-2 District 2-2A) at Texico (4-4, 1-1) • When: 7 p.m. today • Last meeting: 2004, the Wolverines routed the Yellowjackets 47-7 at Clayton....
Bond D will also impact economic growth
October 28th, 2010
Portales’ Jimmie Shearer is among supporters of Bond D for higher education, which is on Tuesday’s election ballot.
Here’s Shearer’s letter to the editor:
...
Time for Congress to repeal gay policy
October 28th, 2010
The Obama administration has disappointed some advocates of allowing homosexuals to serve openly in the armed forces by appealing a federal court decision that would have eliminated the rather hypo...
Airmen serving community well
October 28th, 2010
A few weeks ago I was asked to be the keynote speaker at a Joint Land Use Study housing forum.
While my comments were geared toward our much-talked-about housing issues, my focus was on a mu...
Roosevelt County Sample ballot
October 28th, 2010
The following is a sample of the Nov. 2 general election ballot as it will appear to voters in Roosevelt County:
United Stat...
Jesus just a prayer away
October 28th, 2010
In this journey of life, we have ups and downs, but with Jesus we always win.
We had a big “down” recently. My husband was sent to Lubbock by helicopter. It was hard to be calm,...
Thursday morning briefing: Play day, a big band and prohibition begins
October 28th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Play day
Big Brother Big Sisters Big Day of Play is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Hillcrest Park....
Portales past: Oct. 28, 1953
October 28th, 2010
Oct. 28, 1953: The Portales Daily News: Cliff Stevenson, Elida rancher and county commissioner, was learning to ride a new kind of vehicle at the General Hospital. He was recovering from sev...
State playoff pairings — Football
October 27th, 2010
6-man
First round
• No. 5 Valley Christian (4-4) at No. 4 Hondo (4-5), 6:30 p.m. Friday
• No. 6 Elida (5-4) at No. 3 Lake Arthur (6-3), 7 p.m. Friday
Dairies work to keep milk antibiotic-free
October 27th, 2010
While people may worry about overexposure to antibiotics, local dairy industry representatives say a system of safety checks keep those substances out of milk produced in the area.
“Mo...
Halloween chance for fun
October 27th, 2010
Halloween is my favorite holiday. I’m not pressured to buy a gift for anyone, it’s okay for me to wear ragged clothes and for my hair to look scruffy. I can pretend to be everybody&rsqu...
Ticket feature: Mixed martial arts competition to be hosted at events...
October 27th, 2010
Saturday night is fight night in Clovis.
Evolution 1, a 16-bout mixed martial arts competition is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Curry County Events Center.
Presented by Evolution Combat...
English couple cycling through Clovis, Portales to promote charity
October 27th, 2010
Two English Rotarians cycling 10,000 miles to raise awareness about disaster relief charity Shelter Box are expected in Clovis and Portales, according to a press release.
Huw and Carolyn Tho...
Town & Country store joins fundraising campaign
October 27th, 2010
Creighton’s Town & Country is donating four percent of sales from certain products to fight breast cancer.
It’s part of Purina’s “Pink 50 Campaign,” accordi...
My turn: Spreads enhance sandwiches
October 27th, 2010
Non-traditional spreads take sandwiches to a new level.
These ideas are healthy, as long as you use those with olive oil or avocado in moderation.
• Basil pesto. This paste is tr...
Press release: Hard Freeze Warning now in effect from 3 a.m.-8 a.m. Th...
October 27th, 2010
FYI All:
Lower Rio Grande Valley-Upper Tularosa Valley-Union County-Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-De Baca County-Chavez...
Press release: Freeze Watch for Oct. 27-28
October 27th, 2010
FYI All:
Lower Rio Grande Valley-Tularosa Valley-Union County-Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County- Guadalupe County-Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-De Baca County-Chavez Count...
Portales past: Oct. 27, 1947
October 27th, 2010
Oct. 27, 1947: The Portales Daily News: Four Roosevelt County soldiers were among the first of the nation's World War II dead to be returned from Europe, aboard the transport Joseph V. Conna...
LSC football, volleyball roundup
October 26th, 2010
Football standings
All Times MDT
North Division
Div. All
W-L W-L
Northeastern State 4-0 5-3
East Central 3-1 3-5
...
Joint land use meeting postponed
October 26th, 2010
A Joint Land Use Study public meeting scheduled for Thursday at the Clovis-Carver Public Library has been postponed. It has not yet been rescheduled.
The study is being conducted by Curry an...
Meetings watch: Board of education
October 26th, 2010
The Portales Municipal Schools Board of Education held a special meeting Tuesday night in the district Administration Building.
• The board approved a resolution allowing the dis...
Police blotter — Oct. 27
October 26th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls to Portales-area law enforcement, according to records:
Friday
• An officer was called to the Portales Skate Park about 6:15 p.m. f...
ENMU briefs — Oct. 27
October 26th, 2010
Band to peform in Clovis
“The President’s Own” U.S. Marine Band is scheduled to give a concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at the Marshall Middle School Auditorium in Clov...
Detention officer facing embezzlement charges
October 26th, 2010
A Roosevelt County detention officer is facing petty misdemeanor embezzlement charges, accused of stealing prescription drugs from an inmate.
Carolina Gonzalez, 27, of Clovis, is the second...
My turn: Saints good for finding names
October 26th, 2010
When my daughter Laura announced she was naming her soon-to-arrive baby boy, Giovanni, I said, “Is that a saint’s name?” In my Hispanic culture, I always heard children should ha...
Carlsbad's Ross stood out early, locals say
October 26th, 2010
Tim King says San Francisco Giants outfielder Cody Ross hasn’t changed much since the days they played together at Carlsbad High School.
Same laid-back personality, same violent swing....
Tuesday morning briefing: Free legal advice, school spirit and a shoot...
October 26th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.
Send lawyers
There a free legal fair from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Curry County courthouse....
Portales past: Oct. 26, 1952
October 26th, 2010
Oct. 26, 1952: The Portales Daily News: Miss Elza Ramsey and Miss Alva Ramsey were on hand Monday morning to greet the visitors to their clothes store, "Mode o' Day," next door to...
General election sample ballot
October 25th, 2010
The following is a sample of the Nov. 2 general election ballot as it will appear to voters in Roosevelt County:
United States Representative
District 3
Joint Land Use Committee seeks public's input
October 25th, 2010
Local residents have until Monday to comment on a draft plan of a Joint Land Use Study.
Comments will be accepted either by mail or e-mail, according to a press release from the Curry County...
Oct. 26 — Elida news
October 25th, 2010
Schedule
Red Ribbon Week – Drug Awareness
Monday: Volleyball – Dora – Here – JH 7th & 8th (Parent Night) – 4 p.m.
Tuesday: MADD Present...
Oct. 26 — Dora news
October 25th, 2010
Sports:
• Thursday – Dora volleyball hosts Elida, 4:30 p.m. (JH, JV, V)
• Monday – District tournament begins
Cultural Diversity D...
Oct. 26 — Floyd news
October 25th, 2010
Early Halloween celebrated
Saturday from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at Floyd schools the junior class will host its Junior Carnival. This carnival is the primary fundraiser for the Junior...
Winning season still possible for Hounds
October 25th, 2010
BLACKWATER DRAW — It was soon apparent in Saturday’s Lone Star Conference crossover game against fourth-ranked Abilene Christian that the Eastern New Mexico University football team was...
RiverHawks post soccer sweep over ENMU
October 25th, 2010
Josue Garcia scored the deciding goal in the 78th minute on Sunday, and Northeastern State edged Eastern New Mexico University 4-3 in Lone Star Conference men’s soccer at the ENMU pitch.
...
Monday morning briefing: Video games, school talk and a lot of wind
October 25th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.
Video game of the week
Fresh from the desk of our own video game fan Jenna Zamie.
Game: Fallout: New...
Portales past: Oct. 25, 1953
October 25th, 2010
Oct. 25, 1953: The Portales Daily News: Pvt. John W. Berry, whose wife is Mrs. Altha Berry of North Star Route, Elida, was nearing completion of a 16-week training cycle in Fort Leofiard Woo...
Portales past: Oct. 24, 1947
October 24th, 2010
Oct. 24, 1947: The Portales Daily News: Two chemistry students at Eastern New Mexico College escaped serious injury because of the quick action of laboratory assistants after a sodium explos...
Their view: High Plains Patriots united against big government
October 23rd, 2010
Kim Runyan, president of the High Plains Patriots, has this response to a letter from Portales’ Gene Bundy published earlier this month:
The local TEA party, The High Pla...
Bond D would have positive effect
October 23rd, 2010
As presidents of Clovis Community College and Eastern New Mexico University, we want to outline the benefits of General Obligation Bond D in the Nov. 2 General Election, and why it makes sense to t...
Opera has lost great talent in ‘La Stupenda’
October 23rd, 2010
Not every person of note whose death seems worthy of comment is entirely admirable, so it is especially pleasant to note the passing of somebody who offered the world beauty and artistry of an unpa...
Clovis Christian earns top seed in 6-man playoffs
October 23rd, 2010
To no one’s real surprise Saturday, Clovis Christian emerged as the top seed in the state 6-man football playoffs.
The Eagles (8-0), the state’s lone undefeated 6-man squad, thum...
Oct. 24 — Weekly update
October 23rd, 2010
Portales elementary schools and Portales Junior High School are set to participate in drug awareness activities this week as part of National Red Ribbon Week.
The Red Ribbon campaign promote...
Temple Grandin our own saint
October 23rd, 2010
The Vatican has proclaimed Sister Theresa a saint. It was one of those wonderful recognitions that allow Christians in particular, and humanitarians in general, to put aside our differences and app...
Oct. 23 — Police blotter
October 23rd, 2010
Samplings of recent calls to Portales-area dispatchers, according to records:
Tuesday
About 8 p.m., an officer spoke with a 22-year-old man who said someone had thrown a...
Honors — Oct. 24
October 23rd, 2010
Eppler
Tate Eppler, an eighth- grader at Yucca Junior High, was the winner of the statewide junior high division at the 2010 New Mexico Youth Entrepreneur Business Plan Competition...
On the shelves — Oct. 24
October 23rd, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Eureka! The Surprising Stories Behind the Ideas That Shaped the...
Club notes — Oct. 24
October 23rd, 2010
Clovis BPO Does
The Clovis Benevolent Patriotic Order of Does held a regular meeting on Oct. 14.
Prior to the meeting, Elks Exalted Ruler Gayle Hanks spoke to the group. She th...
Senior happenings — Oct. 24
October 23rd, 2010
Friendship Senior Center
901 West 13th St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-11 a.m., Coffee klatch, ceramics, cards,...
School menus — Oct. 24
October 23rd, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — English muffin with egg and cheese. Lunch — Bean tostada, Spanish rice, lettuce and tomato, fruit....
Business, quilt tips featured on show
October 23rd, 2010
Information on critical business thinking, making kaleidoscope quilts and insertion lace machine embroidery will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and...
Customer rapport key to sales
October 23rd, 2010
Everybody loves a bargain — maybe even more so in these tight economic times.
That could also explain the popularity of the shows “Pawn Stars” and “American Pickers&r...
Friday area prep football capsules — Oct. 22
October 23rd, 2010
Clovis Christian 56, Roy 22 Records: Clovis Christian 8-0 (4-0 6-man District 1), Roy 7-1 (4-0). Of note: The win in the battle of unbeatens gives Clovis Christian the dis...
Portales past: Oct. 23, 1952
October 23rd, 2010
Oct. 23, 1952: The Portales Daily News: Portales' two latest polio victims were both reported as somewhat improved, but still in serious condition. They are Dusty Bogard, 7-year-old daughte...
Goal in OT boosts Zias to 1-0 win
October 22nd, 2010
Senior defender Justine Tydings scored off a corner kick by freshman defender-midfielder Andrea Lister in the second minute of overtime Friday and the Eastern New Mexico University women’s so...
Grant McGee: Airplane travel still amazing
October 22nd, 2010
The morning broke crystal-clear and cool the other day, a beautiful High Plains morning.
I was outside tending to my chores when the sound of a jet caught my ear; that jet noise from far aw...
In Search of Ponies: Procedure may lighten load
October 22nd, 2010
He knew something was up when I spent an extra second scrubbing behind his ears, then rinsed and combed out his unruly curls.
And he slept a little closer to me, stealing more of my pillow t...
Project aids ENMU coach's daughter
October 22nd, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University has announced a “Win for Wallis” campaign in support of Lauren Wallis, the daughter of ENMU defensive coordinator Todd Wallis and his wife, Michelle.
Prep football scoreboard — Oct. 22
October 22nd, 2010
District 4-5A
Clovis 54, Hobbs 14
District 4-3A
Lovington 61, Portales 22
District 2-2A
Texico 22, Tucumcari 21
8-man District 3
Friday morning briefing: Trick-or-Treat news, a few good men and a cri...
October 22nd, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.
Trick-or-Treat
Yes, it’s true.
City officials in Clovis and Portales confirm that Trick-or-Trea...
Portales past: Oct. 22, 1953
October 22nd, 2010
Oct. 22, 1953: The Portales Daily News: Roosevelt County farmers were concerned with the weather, as usual, but for a different reason. It was too wet and too cool. Typically the problem was...
Press release: ENMU athletics announces progress of “Win for Wal...
October 21st, 2010
PORTALES, N.M.— Eastern New Mexico University Athletic Director Dr. Jeff Geiser has announced that supporters of the “Win for Wallis” Campaign have combined to pledge $10.03 per p...
Rams face another top QB
October 21st, 2010
The Portales Rams are starting their District 4-3A schedule with plans to leave it all on the field in Lovington tonight as they face the the top-ranked Wildcats.
“I told the guys, &ls...
Prep football capsules — Oct. 22
October 21st, 2010
Tucumcari (5-3, 1-0 District 2-2A)
at Texico (3-4, 0-1)
• When: 7 p.m. today
• Last meeting: 2009, the Wolverines scored a 26-7 win at Tuc...
Floyd forfeits remaining football games
October 21st, 2010
Floyd has forfeited its last two football games of its season because of a depleted roster, according to school officials.
Floyd was scheduled to host Tatum tonight in an 8-man District 3 ga...
Their turn: Chandler dedicated to fighting crime
October 21st, 2010
Clovis’ Michael Reeves, a New Mexico law officer for 27 years, weighs in on the state’s attorney general race in this letter to the editor:
My first recollection of Matt C...
Executive order not quick fix for education
October 21st, 2010
It’s hard to get too excited about the executive order President Obama signed Wednesday.
The order renews the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics, and came t...
My turn: Local entertainment tips sought
October 21st, 2010
It suddenly hit me this morning as I sat down to write my fourth event article for the last week that my life has become a portal for local entertainment. But it also occurred to me that I really d...
Meetings watch: Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority
October 21st, 2010
At the Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority meeting Thursday in Portales City Hall, authority representatives:
• agreed to allow lobbyist John Ryan to plan a local Nov. 4 event in...
Portales past: Oct. 21, 1960
October 21st, 2010
Oct. 21, 1960: Portales News-Tribune: Lt. Gov. Ed Mead, a Baptist deacon, wearing a Kennedy button on his lapel, was in Portales on a political missionary task that included not only the D...
Thursday morning briefing: Local military operations and a question of...
October 21st, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Military operations
A heads-up from Cannon AFB, where they are conducting an Operational Readiness Exe...
Area farmers: More dryland corn grown for grain
October 20th, 2010
Roosevelt and Curry county farmers grew more dryland corn for grain this year and they expect the trend to continue.
Also, corn silage, the biggest use of locally grown corn, had varied yiel...
Hounds fall at WT, 3-0
October 20th, 2010
CANYON, TEXAS — West Texas A&M scored three goals in the final 15 minutes and beat Eastern New Mexico University 3-0 on Wednesday in a Lone Star Conference men’s soccer match.
Press release: Brooks Selected as LSC Offensive Player of the Week
October 20th, 2010
PORTALES, N.M.— Freshman defender Jehmaine Brooks (Toronto, Ontario, Canada/Notre Dame Catholic Secondary) from the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team has been selected...
Candidate Q&A: State representative District 63
October 20th, 2010
An open seat in the New Mexico Legislature is between a Santa Rosa business owner and a former House of Representatives page and Senate employee.
The District 63 seat, currently held by Demo...
Working animals help with ranch
October 20th, 2010
One of the grandest sights in the world, in my opinion, is watching a cow dog at work. A bird dog is just as neat. Riding a champion cutting horse or barrel racing horse is an extra special thrill...
My turn: Red bean recipe will have you wanting more
October 20th, 2010
Joe Blair, a life-long Portales resident and World War II veteran, told me you can’t have just one bowl of his red beans.
Here’s how Joe does it:
First, he doesn’t b...
Fishing report - Oct. 20
October 20th, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, OCT. 20, 2010: NEW MEXICO FISHING REPORT This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and thefishphone.com, has been generated from the best...
Press release: Cannon AFB to Conduct Exercise Oct. 20 - 29
October 20th, 2010
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, N.M.-- Cannon will be conducting an Operational Readiness Exercise October 20 through October 29 and residents on or near the installation may notice increased activity, use...
Wednesday morning briefing: A sneak peek, sweet business and a Red sca...
October 20th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.
Video of the day
Local folks are Joking Around.
Kitchen tip of the week
Roll out pie...
Portales past: Oct. 20, 1953
October 20th, 2010
Oct. 20, 1953: The Portales Daily News: Jack Patton and Ira Bogard were named co-chairmen for the 1954 March Of Dimes, said Grover Ross, chairman of the county polio foundation chapter....
Tucumcari standoff ends in man's death
October 19th, 2010
A six-hour standoff with police ended with the death of a Tucumcari man Monday night.
Officers initially responded to a domestic dispute report that ended when Daniel Gonzales, 56, prompted...
Meetings watch: Roosevelt General Hospital Board
October 19th, 2010
At the Roosevelt General Hospital Board meeting Tuesday night at RGH, hospital Administrator Larry Leaming said, board members:
• heard RGH had a positive $200,000 operating margin for...
Zias soccer coach stepping down
October 19th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer coach Ray Nause has turned in his resignation at the school, effective at the end of the current season.
Nause has been the Zias’ coa...
City rec director gives notice
October 19th, 2010
At the Portales City Council meeting Tuesday night at City Hall, councilors:
• learned that Recreation Center Director Andi Copenhaver has given two-week’s notice of resignation a...
Police blotter — Oct. 20
October 19th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls to Portales-area law enforcement, according to police records:
Friday
About 8:30 p.m. Friday, a 53-year-old man reported he had been battered.
United Way hoping for better year
October 19th, 2010
The United Way of Eastern New Mexico is in campaign mode.
The charitable organization that aids non-profits throughout Curry and Roosevelt counties kicked off its fundraising campaign last m...
ENMU briefs — Oct. 20
October 19th, 2010
Iranian Cultural presentation
A presentation about the culture of Iran is set for 2 p.m. Thursday in the Campus Union Building Sandia Room....
Elections exist for public’s benefit
October 19th, 2010
I care about items in this year’s elections. And I’d benefit from many of the choices I’d make. Pat Sajak thinks that’s enough to keep some people out of the process.
Enhanced concussion rules great step
October 19th, 2010
After a particularly bad weekend for head injuries on the football field, Monday’s announcement by Texas’ University Interscholastic League regarding head injuries seems reasonable....
GI Bill attracting quality recruits
October 19th, 2010
Military recruiting commands report “some all-time highs” in the quality of recruits who enlisted in the fiscal year that ended Sept. 30. Acknowledging that the dismal job market is a f...
Their turn: Child abuse charge hypocritical of police
October 19th, 2010
Kent McManigal of Farwell writes columns for the Albuquerque Libertarian Examiner. Here’s a snippet from a recent effort:
Sometimes, The State’s actions seem like the setu...
Commission accepts $1.5 million barn contract
October 19th, 2010
During the Roosevelt County Commission meeting Tuesday in the county courthouse, the commission:
• accepted a contract of about $1.5 million to have contractor Basic IDIQ move a barn fr...
Tuesday morning briefing: Cash & carry, an all-nighter and a revolutio...
October 19th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Cash and carry
Portales schools are having a "cash and carry" sale to dispose of excess furniture, equ...
Portales past: Oct. 19, 1952
October 19th, 2010
Oct. 19, 1952: The Portales Daily News: For the third straight year, the Dora Coyotes were Roosevelt County baseball champs. They won that honor by beating the Floyd Broncos in the finals of...
Clovis man charged with assault
October 18th, 2010
A 22-year-old Clovis man was arrested Saturday after police say he threatened a Portales man with a gun and beat him.
Jonathan Jones is charged with felony aggravated assault and with batter...
ENMU men seventh, women ninth at WT rodeo
October 18th, 2010
CANYON, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University's men took four of the top five spots in team roping and finished seventh in team standings over the weekend in the West Texas A&M rodeo....
Press Release: Bingaman in Clovis, Portales
October 18th, 2010
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman will be in Portales on Tuesday, October 19th and in Clovis on Wednesday, October 20th will take part in several events in the area.
On Tuesday...
Oct. 19 — Dora news
October 18th, 2010
Sports
• Today — Dora volleyball at Jal, 4:30 p.m., JH, JV, V.
• Thursday — Dora volleyball at Grady, 4:30 p.m., JH, JV, V.
• Friday — D...
Bond would include money for ENMU, local libraries
October 18th, 2010
The 2010 Capital Projects General Obligation Bond Act includes four separate categories of facilities to be granted money from New Mexico.
The act appears on the Nov. 2 general election bal...
Oct. 19 — Elida news
October 18th, 2010
Schedule
Monday: Volleyball — Dora, here 7th & 8th at 4 p.m.
Tuesday: Volleyball — Clovis Christian, here, JV, V at 4 p.m.
Thursday: Volleyball —...
Zias, Hounds absorb second-half losses
October 18th, 2010
Angelo State’s Brandie DeBacker scored her seventh goal of the season early in the second half and the Rambelles went on to a 2-0 Lone Star Conference women’s soccer victory over Easter...
Monday morning briefing: Video games, school talk and a big state
October 18th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.
Video game of the week
Compiled by our very own Jenna Zamie for your enjoyment.
Game: Kirby's Epic Ya...
Portales past: Oct. 18, 1953
October 18th, 2010
Oct. 18, 1953: The Portales Daily News: Jerry Dickson, Portales drum major of the Sul Ross State College Band, did a solo performance during half-time between Sul Ross and Southwest Texas St...
Portales past: Oct. 17, 1960
October 17th, 2010
Oct. 17, 1960: Portales News-Tribune: Ray Sena Jr., nephew of Sen. Dennis Chavez, was visiting his parents here on a stopover between assignments in Beirut, Lebanan, and a new post in the A...
Their view: Congressman delighted by progress in district
October 16th, 2010
This letter to the editor comes from U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M.:
I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you all for welcoming me to your community this past weekend. Speakin...
Border situation still uncertain despite changes
October 16th, 2010
Winter Texans who already are starting to trickle into the Rio Grande Valley and others interested in crossing into Mexico might be alarmed at some of the latest news coming out of Mexico. Then aga...
Oct. 17 — Weekly update
October 16th, 2010
No school Monday
Portales Municipal Schools has reserved time for parent/teacher conference 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday. There is no school that day.
Information: district adminis...
Senior happenings — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Sunday: 1-5 p.m., Dance at La Casa Senior Center.
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p....
On the shelves — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Four-Headed Brahma Broods: Creating Unity Through...
School menus — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Soft beef taco, Spanish rice and salsa, lettuce, lemon drop cookie.
Tuesd...
Birthdays — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
Castillo
John Castillo of Clovis celebrated his 40th birthday 4:30 p.m. Oct. 12 at home.
He was born Oct. 12, 1970, in Muleshoe.
The celebration was hosted by his sister...
Honors — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
Boal
Air Force Cadet Caitlin A. Boal completed six weeks of basic cadet training and has been officially accepted into the U.S. Air Force Academy Preparatory School in Colorado Spring...
Green shopping, grapefruit featured on show
October 16th, 2010
Information on grapefruit for breakfast, making a double green shopping bag and fabric tinting with crayons will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noo...
Club notes — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
Daughters of the American Revolution
The El Portal Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, met Oct. 9 at the Miles Anthropological Museum at ENMU in Portales w...
Science fiction can reflect society
October 16th, 2010
The realm known as speculative fiction (politically correct term for science fiction) has always held a moderate level of fascination for me. By moderate, I mean that I sometimes like to watch it...
Chilean rescues inspiring
October 16th, 2010
Inspiring news stories don’t come along too often. Inspiring news stories on a global level are even more rare.
The rescue of 33 trapped miners in Chile will rate up there with the mir...
Saturday area prep football capsule 10/17
October 16th, 2010
CCS 56, San Jon 0 Records: Clovis Christian 7-0 (3-0 6-man District 1), San Jon 4-3 (1-2). Difference: The Eagles dominated the Coyotes from the start, scoring seven first...
Hounds absorb 22-19 loss at East Central
October 16th, 2010
ADA, Okla. — If the Eastern New Mexico University football team has any Lone Star Conference North Division title hopes, the Greyhounds are going to need considerable help.
Junior quar...
Southeastern Oklahoma tops Zias
October 16th, 2010
DURANT, Okla. — Lunden Azuara collected 15 kills, 22 digs and three aces Saturday and Southeastern Oklahoma snapped Eastern New Mexico University’s three-match winning streak with a 25-...
My turn: Ladies' confessions shocking
October 16th, 2010
When a visitor recently brought by a baby so new he hadn’t even been spanked, my female co-workers overwhelmed me with their warmth and sensitivity.
Fawning over the miniscule bundle o...
Cows prefer to go their own way
October 16th, 2010
You’ve heard the old adage, “There’s more than one way to skin a cat.”
In northern Indiana there’s more than one way to skin a renegade cow.
Farmer Dave...
Oct. 17 — Police Blotter
October 16th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls to Roosevelt County dispatchers:
Wednesday
• A Portales Police officer went to Portales High School about 1:10 p.m. on a report of a fight...
Portales past: Oct. 16, 1947
October 16th, 2010
Oct. 16, 1947
The Portales Daily News: Giant hailstones fell early Saturday morning, devastating cotton, peanuts and castor beans on some farms in the Arch, Portales and Floyd...
Portales past: Oct. 16, 1947
October 16th, 2010
Oct. 16, 1947: The Portales Daily News: Giant hailstones fell early Saturday morning, devastating cotton, peanuts and castor beans on some farms in the Arch, Portales and Floyd communities.
Coyotes roll over Portales
October 15th, 2010
ROSWELL — It was a rough night up front for the Rams’ defense as Portales lost a non-district game to the Roswell Coyotes 43-14 on Friday night at the Wool Bowl.
“We talked...
Friday prep football scoreboard 10/15
October 15th, 2010
Manzano 66, Clovis 48, final Roswell High 43, Portales 14, final District 2-1A Hagerman 26, Fort Sumner 18, final 6-Man District 2 Valley...
Cardinals post win over Zias
October 15th, 2010
SAN ANTONIO — Freshman Amber Guenther scored a pair of goals Friday and Incarnate Word kept Eastern New Mexico University winless in Lone Star Conference women’s soccer play with a 4-1...
Taco Box wins award
October 15th, 2010
Taco Box of Clovis and Portales was named a winner Friday of the Association of Commerce and Industry of New Mexico’s Vision, Investment, Vitality and Action (VIVA) Awards.
Tom and Gai...
Peanut butter food from heaven
October 15th, 2010
I was chatting with some folks the other day when one of our area’s unique food specialties came up: The Peanut Butter Milkshake.
Well, I think it’s unique anyway.
Have yo...
Perspective born from childhood impatience
October 15th, 2010
It all started with a chicken and an egg.
And another egg, and another… Make that a chicken and a nest of eggs.
Enter a hungry polecat (Appalachian for skunk) and you have a ne...
Friday prep football scoreboard 10/15
October 15th, 2010
Manzano 66, Clovis 48, final Roswell High 43, Portales 14, final District 2-1A Hagerman 26, Fort Sumner 18, final 6-Man District 2 Valley...
Friday morning briefing: Black eyes, free food and cash for a cause
October 15th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.School business
Monday is parent-teacher conference day for Portales Municipal Schools from 11 a.m. to 6...
Portales past: Oct. 15, 1953
October 15th, 2010
Oct. 15, 1953
The Portales Daily News: The owner of a calf that strayed onto a highway and caused a vehicle to overturn was held liable for damages in a district court case he...
Area weekend football capsules 10/15
October 14th, 2010
Hagerman (6-1, 0-0 District 2-1A) at Fort Sumner (7-0, 0-0) • When: 7 p.m. today • Last meeting: 2009, the teams met twice at Hagerman, with the Bo...
Rams look to build on first win
October 14th, 2010
The Portales Rams are looking to build a little momentum as they travel to the Wool Bowl tonight to take on the Class 4A Roswell Coyotes at 7 p.m.
The Rams (1-5) are fresh off their first wi...
Zias turn back East Central in 3-2 victory
October 14th, 2010
ADA, Okla. — Junior middle blockers Jessica King and Kristen Beck each had two kills in a match-ending 7-1 run in the fifth game and Eastern New Mexico University pulled out a 22-25, 25-20, 2...
ENMU to start basketball practice
October 14th, 2010
It’s time for basketball to begin at Eastern New Mexico University.
The Greyhounds and Zias are slated to begin official practice today, the women practicing at 2 p.m. and the men at 7...
Weekly LSC volleyball, soccer, cross country update
October 14th, 2010
Volleyball standings
All Times MDT
Conf. All
W-L W-L
Abilene Christian 7-0 18-3
West Texas A&M 7-0 14-7
Angelo State 6-1 10...
Positive thoughts keep negativity at bay
October 14th, 2010
I don’t know about you, but I am tired of hearing bad news. The media predicts doom and gloom. Negativity is spread everywhere and any day Chicken Little will say, “The sky is falling!&...
My turn: Student art impressive
October 14th, 2010
I viewed a variety of artwork in a library this week.
Most of the artwork there was professional rather than amateur, so it struck me as funny when I stumbled across a work of art that seeme...
Their view: PETA: Community should rethink petting zoo
October 14th, 2010
Jennifer O’Connor of Norfolk, Va., who describes herself as a writer for Animals in Entertainment and the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, is concerned about the petting zoo plann...
Sibling rivalry gets better with age
October 14th, 2010
Sunday marked one of those rare instances when my nuclear and extended families could get together and relax for a minute or two. Having somehow awoke at a reasonable time Sunday morning at my gran...
Chile should be lauded for mine rescue
October 14th, 2010
The effort to rescue 33 miners trapped a half-mile underground for 69 days was bound to attract attention, but the worldwide interest in the operation has made it a perhaps surprising global phenom...
Thursday morning briefing: Measuring power, a music fest and breaking...
October 14th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Power measured
Clovis-Carver Public Library has portable power meters that allow you to determine ene...
Portales past: Oct. 14, 1960
October 14th, 2010
Oct. 14, 1960
Portales News-Tribune: Lindsey Grade School did right well for itself in a city-wide grade school flag football tournament played at the old high school Monday an...
Reader submitted content: Local teachers recognized at state conventio...
October 13th, 2010
The Roosevelt County Association of Educational Retirees, along with the Curry County retirees, hosted the Sixty-eighth Annual Convention of the New Mexico Association of Educational Retirees (NMA...
Fence work turns into fishing trip
October 13th, 2010
The bossman bid on a fence building job along the right-of-way of a newly paved road in the northern New Mexico mountains. He didn’t tell the ranch hands about it until he actually got the co...
Press problems will delay Thursday newspaper delivery
October 13th, 2010
Electrical problems on our press in Clovis will delay delivery of the Clovis News Journal and Portales News-Tribune on Thursday morning.Newspaper Publisher Ray Sullivan said the papers...
Prep football capsules — Oct. 13
October 13th, 2010
Texico (3-3, 0-0 District 2-2A) at Santa Rosa (3-4, 0-0)
• When: 7 p.m. Thursday
• Last meeting: 2009, Santa Rosa posted a 21-7 victory at Texico.
My turn: Food can be fun
October 13th, 2010
Local dairywoman Michelle Heavyside told me she and her children filmed a cooking segment in New York for Borden Cheese recently.
That sounded like a little local prestige, and, well, it inv...
Press release: Beck chosen as LSC co-offensive player of the week
October 13th, 2010
RICHARDSON, TEXAS — Junior outside hitter Kristen Beck (Odessa, Texas/Odessa HS/ Midland) from the Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team, has been selected as the Lone Star Confere...
Portales past: Oct. 13, 1953
October 13th, 2010
Oct. 13, 1953
The Portales Daily News: A fishing hole on the high dusty plains was an immediate prospect, if J.M. Foster's plans worked out as he figured. Foster was ready to...
Zias notch win over OPSU
October 12th, 2010
The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team trailed only briefly at the start of the third game Tuesday night and the Zias cruised to a sweep of Oklahoma Panhandle State 25-18, 25-19, 25-21 a...
Their view: Pet responsibility should not be taken lightly
October 12th, 2010
Pet responsibility should not be taken lightly
Portales’ Jennifer Evans offers this letter to the editor:
My family and I moved to Portales because of Canno...
Congress passes benefits package
October 12th, 2010
It’s unusual for Congress to pass a comprehensive bill to help thousands of veterans with a final legislative sprint that leaves veterans’ service organizations wondering what just happ...
Nobel Prize goes to deserving recipient
October 12th, 2010
The Nobel Prize for Literature has of late been awarded all too often to obscure novelists whose purported resistance to authority and mere fashion consisted of embracing a safe and fashionable bra...
Police blotter — Oct. 13
October 12th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls received by Portales-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Friday
• A Portales Police officer responded to a report of a do...
ENMU wins bid for solar energy project
October 12th, 2010
Xcel Energy has awarded a major solar energy project to Eastern New Mexico University in Portales that will offset nearly half of the energy needs on campus over a 20-year period. The project will...
Self-driving cars offers chance for productivity
October 12th, 2010
My favorite cop-driver story comes from two friends in Portales mocking a street sign. The sign said, “Speed controlled by radar,” which led them to joke the driver was no longer respon...
Press release: City ARRA project construction completed
October 12th, 2010
The City of Portales received funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) of 2009 for landscaping enhancements to medians located on the Roosevelt County Courthouse Square perimete...
Press release: Trick or treating to remain on Oct. 31st
October 12th, 2010
The City of Portales will not be changing the designated trick or treating night from Sunday, October 31st. In past years, the City of Portales has adjusted the designated night, but City Administr...
Press release: Portales MainStreet hosts October fest
October 12th, 2010
Portales, NM- The Portales MainStreet Program will be hosting the October Fest as a fundraiser on Saturday, October 16, 2010 from 6:00pm-11:00pm at The Stargazer, 313 South Main Street in downtown...
Press release: Southwest Premiere of Bless Me, Ultima Coming To Clovis
October 12th, 2010
New Mexico's beloved novel, Bless Me, Ultima, by Santa Rosa native and acclaimed Chicano writer, Rudolfo Anaya, comes to the stage at Marshall Auditorium, Saturday, October 23, 7p.m. in its southwe...
Wednesday morning briefing: Report cards, calendars and a poet in pris...
October 12th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.
Making the grade
Today marks the end of the first nine weeks in the fall semester for the Clovis Mu...
Portales past: Oct. 12, 1960
October 12th, 2010
Oct. 12, 1960
The Portales News-Tribune: Bill Martin, Portales service station owner, showed Mayor Heck Harris that $1 of the $3.20 he just paid for 10 gallons of gasoline rep...
Hounds' defense garners rest
October 11th, 2010
BLACKWATER DRAW — Saturday’s 49-31 Lone Star Conference North Division win over Central Oklahoma at Greyhound Stadium provided Eastern New Mexico University’s defense with somethi...
Attorney general debate set at ENMU
October 11th, 2010
Attorney General candidates Democrat incumbent Gary King and Republican challenger Matt Chandler, Ninth Judicial District attorney, are set to debate key issues in their race tonight .
The d...
LSC football recap — Oct. 11
October 11th, 2010
This weekly report is submitted by conference SID's.
Northeastern State 24, Texas A&M-Commerce 7
My turn: Hunting class registration available online
October 11th, 2010
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish is making it a little easier for youngsters to register for hunter education classes. Registration for statewide classes now can be made online using the...
Dora school news — Oct. 12
October 11th, 2010
Sports schedules
Today – Dora volleyball at Jal, 4:30 p.m. (JH, JV, V)
Thursday – Dora volleyball at Grady, 4:30 p.m.(JH, JV, V)
Friday – Dora football...
Elida school news — Oct. 12
October 11th, 2010
Sports schedules
Today: Volleyball – San Jon – Here – JH, V – 4 p.m.
Thursday: Volleyball – Fort Sumner – There – 7th & 8th, JV, V...
Late goal lifts Hounds past UTPB
October 11th, 2010
ODESSA, Texas — Without a win since entering the NCAA Division II rankings two weeks ago for the first time in school history, the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team was ge...
Monday morning briefing: Classes canceled, a can of nuts and a prize p...
October 11th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.
No school
Classes at Eastern New Mexico University are canceled today and tomorrow.The university will...
Portales past: Oct. 11, 1960
October 11th, 2010
Oct. 11, 1960
Portales News-Tribune: Eastern New Mexico University has received approval from the Board of Education Finance for the purchase of 64 acres of land west of the r...
PHS seventh-graders finish season undefeated
October 10th, 2010
Freedom New Mexico
Portales Junior High School seventh-grade football team finished undefeated for the second season in a row.
The 6-0 team of 41 players used their size to manhandle...
Portales past: Oct. 10, 1947
October 10th, 2010
Oct. 10, 1947
The Portales Daily News: Miss Cleo Bacon was elected president of the Portales Junior High School Student Body in a run-off election....
Candidate profiles: Public Regulation Commission
October 9th, 2010
An open race for the state’s Public Regulation Commission is on November’s general election ballot.
The race is between Patrick Lyons, a former state senator and the current stat...
Attorney general candidates to debate
October 9th, 2010
Attorney General candidates Democratic incumbent Gary King and Republican challenger Matt Chandler, Ninth Judicial District attorney, are set to debate key issues in their race Tuesday.
The...
Zias notch win over Cameron
October 9th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University ended a six-match Lone Star Conference losing streak against Cameron on Saturday by sweeping the Lady Aggies 25-17, 25-18, 25-17 at Greyhound Arena.
Sophomore o...
CAT TRACKS: Defense sticks up for teammate
October 9th, 2010
Sticking up for each other on the field, and sticking their support on their legs.
The Clovis Wildcats showed unity in stopping Artesia’s offense consistently in a 13-7 win Friday nigh...
Attorney general candidates discuss open government
October 9th, 2010
Editor’s note: Freedom New Mexico invited attorney general candidates Matt Chandler and Gary King to share their views on New Mexico’s Open Records Act and Inspection of Public R...
Engagements — Oct. 10
October 9th, 2010
Verespie-Truelock
Liz Verespie and Bryan Truelock of Myrtle Beach, S.C. will be married Oct. 16, 2010, at Benham’s Grove in Centerville, Ohio.
The bride-elect is the daug...
Senior happenings — Oct. 10
October 9th, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: Dance at Lo...
On the shelves — Oct. 10
October 9th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques That Put Students On the Path to College” by...
Conquering cravings featured on show
October 9th, 2010
Information on conquering food cravings, tips for the savvy pet parent and creating a new look for a new career will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and...
School menus — Oct. 10
October 9th, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: No school for Fall Break.
Tuesday: Breakfast — Pancake sausage on a...
Awareness important tool in fighting cancer
October 9th, 2010
Before getting into this column, I need to make a correction and apology.
To my Lutheran colleagues: It seems probable the Martin Luther incident never occurred — the punch in the nos...
Predicting weather hard to do
October 9th, 2010
Weather prognosticators — they’re a dime a dozen. I predict many of them will be all wet.
We’ve all got our favorite TV weather person. We choose them for their banter or t...
Controlled burns scheduled
October 9th, 2010
The U.S. Air Force 27th Special Operations Wing has scheduled a prescribed burn at Melrose Bombing Range to clear vegetation in targeted areas and help decrease the risk of wildfires, according to...
Cowboy experiences full day's work
October 9th, 2010
“… and the old man gave his orders: Boys, go at them from the jump, no use to go for fancy riding now.”
That great line from “The Man from Snowy River” by Banj...
Peanut Valley Festival upcoming
October 9th, 2010
The 37th annual Peanut Valley Festival is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. the next day in Eastern New Mexico University’s Campus Union Building.
The festi...
My turn: Politics hinder war success
October 9th, 2010
In an afterward to David Halberstam’s “The Coldest Winter: America and the Korean War,” Russell Baker wrote that Halberstam was “constantly trying to understand why a nation...
Police blotter — Oct. 10
October 9th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls received by Portales-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Tuesday
An officer was dispatched to the 100 block of North Avenue E...
Midwestern State blanks Hounds, Zias
October 9th, 2010
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University made third-ranked Midwestern State work for most of the match before the Mustangs pulled away late for a 4-0 Lone Star Conference men&rsqu...
Portales past: Oct. 9, 1960
October 9th, 2010
Oct. 9, 1960
Portales News-Tribune: By last night, 2,500 bushels of Portales Valley sweet potatoes had been stored in the Sweet Potato Association shed, according to manager J...
Mountainair outlasts Melrose in 2 OTs
October 8th, 2010
MELROSE — The battle of No. 1 vs. No. 2 more than lived up to its billing.
Unfortunately for the second-ranked Melrose Buffaloes, the game was just a few seconds too long.
Top-r...
Rattlers rout Demons 40-0
October 8th, 2010
A potent offense and aggressive defense made for an easy night for the Tucumcari Rattlers
Led by Cameron Montano’s 255-yard, four-touchdown performance, the visiting Rattlers pounded t...
Hotel California to perform Saturday
October 8th, 2010
Hotel California — A Salute to the Eagles, an Eagles cover band, will still be performing tonight.
An Eagles concert in Lubbock was rescheduled earlier this week and has caused concern...
In search of ponies: Co-worker explains dressing up pet
October 8th, 2010
Once upon a time I remember rescuing a stray cat from neighborhood girls who had dressed him in doll clothes and put him in a baby stroller.
From my perspective at the time, they may as we...
Nomads continue to grow in third rugby season
October 8th, 2010
Saturday is game time for the Clovis Nomads, with the rugby squad well into its third season.
The Nomads (2-2) have been in operation for four seasons, and first started league play in the 2...
Dora man not charged in shooting
October 8th, 2010
A Roosevelt County grand jury decided Friday not to charge a Dora man involved in the August shooting death of Kenneth Glasscock, 44, said District Attorney Matt Chandler.
According to law e...
Prep football scoreboard — Oct. 8
October 8th, 2010
Area
Dora 63, House 20
Lake Arthur 34, Elida 25
Clovis 13, Artesia 7
Fort Sumner 42, Escalante 0
Portales 44, West Las Vegas 6
Mountainair 38, Melro...
Hounds nose guard delivers despite distractions
October 8th, 2010
Not many Eastern New Mexico University football players had good games in last week’s 21-10 Lone Star Conference North loss at Southwestern Oklahoma.
Certainly, sophomore Ian Ogando wa...
Friday morning briefing: Joe's on TV, such a deal and blame the cow
October 8th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Friday briefing.Yes, that was Joe’s on TV
The first of a series of shows on the Joe’s Boot Shop Calf Rop...
Portales past: Oct. 8, 1953
October 8th, 2010
Oct. 8, 1953
The Portales Daily News: Total on-campus enrollment at Eastern New Mexico University for the fall semester was 757, reported Miss Ruth Wheeler, registrar....
Their view: History tells different story than columnist
October 7th, 2010
History tells different story than columnist
Clovis pastor Scott Blazek weighs in on Clyde Davis’ column in Sunday’s paper: l
In Sunday’s PNT, columnist Clyd...
Fire safety should always be on your mind
October 7th, 2010
Or leaders in Washington, when not rationally discussing the issues of the day in meaningful and noncombative ways (yeah, right), frequently find time to designate or support days, weeks and months...
Traffic light to go up soon
October 7th, 2010
The state Department of Transportation is installing a temporary traffic signal at Second and Main streets, according to a news release from the department.
The signal will go in this week a...
Prep football capsules — Oct. 8
October 7th, 2010
Escalante (4-2) at Fort Sumner (6-0)
• When: 7 p.m. Friday
• Last meeting: 2009, the Foxes beat Escalante 30-23 in a first-round Class 1A playoff game a...
Don't forget to thank spiritual leaders
October 7th, 2010
October is Clergy Appreciation Month, and I join with many others in honoring our spiritual leaders.
First, let me say there aren’t enough words to express my gratitude for the many, m...
My turn: Friendly text message can make a difference
October 7th, 2010
A lot of people tease me for sending what I call “mass inspirational” text messages.
At least once a week, I send a text to everyone in my phone, saying things like “Don&rs...
Thursday morning briefing: Hot days and root beer discussions
October 7th, 2010
Good Thursday morning, and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s morning briefing.
Giving time: This month is National Fire Prevention Safety Month, and the Red Cross o...
Portales past: Oct. 7, 1960
October 7th, 2010
Oct. 7, 1960
Portales News-Tribune: The Highway Department ordered eight new road-building projects and indicated two others might be awarded a contract at the same time....
Volunteer support valuable
October 6th, 2010
I visit the local hospital on a regular basis to receive a special medication. Each time, I’m greeted by volunteers. They wear pink along with a friendly smile, and are willing to provide any...
Debate organizers seeking questions from voters
October 6th, 2010
KENW-TV and New Mexico First are sponsoring a debate between candidates in the local Congressional District, and are looking for voters to help choose the questions, according to a news release fro...
My Turn: Chef offers cooking advice
October 6th, 2010
New York resident and India native Suvir Saran is a chef, chef instructor, farmer, blogger, cookbook author and restaurant owner. I met him during his trip to this area last week.
Suvir is p...
Wednesday morning briefing: Pictures, pans and tough materials
October 6th, 2010
A good Wednesday morning, from wherever you’re browsing, and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico morning briefing.
Kitchen tip of the week
If you’ll be...
Portales past: Oct. 6, 1947
October 6th, 2010
Oct. 6, 1947
The Portales Daily News: A decision on whether rent ceilings in the Portales-Clovis area were to be eliminated was expected within 30 days, according to George F....
Their view: Democrats trying to protect public
October 5th, 2010
Democrats trying to protect public
This letter to the editor comes from Portales’ Gene Bundy:
Some questions for all our local Tea Partiers/Republicans who are so upset w...
Money needed to keep border open, secure
October 5th, 2010
Drug battles in Mexico have been growing increasingly violent, and increasingly close to Texas’ Rio Grande Valley residents. Shootouts in Matamoros, Reynosa and other border towns are now bei...
Veterans can remain optimistic
October 5th, 2010
Anthony Principi, former secretary of veterans affairs, warned last week that disabled veterans and their families will suffer if Americans “lose faith in the integrity” of VA disabilit...
No ‘whining about wine’ for me
October 5th, 2010
He can catch a pass, but he can’t catch a break.
Dallas Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant seems to be a target for negative press. The rookie refused to carry teammate Roy Williams’ pa...
Meetings watch: Roosevelt County Commission — Oct. 6
October 5th, 2010
During the Roosevelt County Commission meeting Tuesday morning at the county courthouse, commissioners:
• voted to renew a contract for Stephens Construction and Ready Mix Inc. o...
Press release: Greyhounds remain in national poll
October 5th, 2010
PORTALES, N.M. — For the second consecutive week, the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team is in the National Soccer Coaches Association of America/Hendrickcars.com NCAA Di...
Tuesday morning briefing: Baseball, teachers day and cooler weather
October 5th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday morning briefing.
Music to fill campus: The South East New Mexico Music Educators Association High School Voca...
Portales past: Oct. 5, 1960
October 5th, 2010
Oct. 5, 1960
Portales News-Tribune: The New Mexico FFA Dairy Cattle Team of Loyd Belcher, Jesse Mulluns and alternate Larry Dee Hays, all of Dora, took part in the dairy judgi...
School board meets in closed session
October 4th, 2010
The Portales Municipal Schools Board of Education held a closed session to discuss pending litigation during a special meeting Monday afternoon at the district Administration Building.
Super...
ENMU flat in all areas in loss at Southwestern
October 4th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University football coach Mark Ribaudo didn’t offer a complicated explanation for the Greyhounds’ surprising 21-10 Lone Star Conference North Division loss to Southwe...
ENMU ROUNDUP: Hounds, Zias fall in second half
October 4th, 2010
After battling Lone Star Conference rival Incarnate Word to a 2-2 tie in double overtime on Friday in a matchup of nationally-ranked teams, the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team...
Voting season starts Tuesday
October 4th, 2010
With only one member of Congress on the ballot for eastern New Mexico, there aren’t many federal changes this area can make on the ballot box.
But Tuesday marks the first day voters ca...
Oct. 5, 2010 Elida School News
October 4th, 2010
The Eastern New Mexico State Fair is going on in Roswell. Good luck to all participants.
Thursday marks the end of the first nine weeks at Elida Schools.
Upcoming eve...
My turn: Cooler weather makes hiking more appealing
October 4th, 2010
With the days getting cooler around New Mexico, going hiking might not be such a bad idea. It’s a chance to explore nature and see the changing of the seasons.
There are a couple of We...
Hounds suffer first loss in last five outings
October 4th, 2010
St. Edward’s rallied for three second-half goals and beat Eastern New Mexico University 3-1 Sunday in a non-conference men’s soccer game in Portales.
Joeski Williams had a goal...
Air Force to hold public scoping meetings
October 4th, 2010
The Air Force is planning four meetings in northern New Mexico regarding a proposal to establish a Low Altitude Tactical Navigation area for Special Operation forces at Cannon Air Force Base.
Portales past: Oct. 4, 1953
October 4th, 2010
Oct. 4, 1953
The Portales Daily News: Guernsey cattle shown by Mayo Varnell of Rogers placed on two divisions at the Dairy Show at the New Mexico State Fair....
Lone Star Conference football recap -- Oct. 2
October 3rd, 2010
Submitted by conference SIDs
No. 5 Abilene Chri...
Birthdays — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Macias
Gus Macias of Clovis celebrated his 18th birthday 4:30 p.m. Sept. 27, 2010, at 921 Adams Rd.
He was born Sept. 27, 1992, in Clovis.
The celebration was hosted by...
Anniversaries — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Burrell
Eric and Roberta Burrell of Clovis celebrated their 25th anniversary Sept. 25, 2010, at New Life Assembly of God with family and friends.
They were married Sept. 21, 1...
Engagements — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Chavez-Lozano
Krystle Chavez and Angel Lozano of Lubbock will be married Oct. 9, 2010, at St. Helen Catholic Church in Portales at 2 p.m.
The bride-elect is the daughter of Lar...
Weddings — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Gammill
Adele Lovorn of Portales and Joe Gammill of Lampasas, Texas, were married Sept. 19, 2010, in the bride’s backyard in Portales.
The bride is the daughter of Elmer...
On the shelves — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Grieving the Loss of Someone You Love: Daily Meditations to Help You Through the Grieving Pr...
Club notes — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Chaparral Extension Club
The Chaparral Extension Club met Sept. 23 at Trinity Lutheran Church with nine members attending.
The meeting was called to order by Jeanetta Mesner. R...
Honors — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Area quilters top show
Area quilters took honors at the Roswell Quilt Show, which was presented by Pecos Valley Quilters Sept. 24 and 25.
Linda Custer of Rogers won Best of Sho...
Senior happenings — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities.
Tuesday: 9 a.m.-4 p....
School menus — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — English muffin with egg and cheese. Lunch — Italian spaghetti, grand green beans, garden salad and ranch,...
Worldwide communion brings churches together
October 3rd, 2010
Ecumenism was a hope-filled buzzword, certainly old in concept but given a re-birth in the optimistic years following World War II — the war which our fathers fought and came home hoping th...
Denim purses, potato salad featured on show
October 3rd, 2010
Information on making denim purses, preparing potato salad three ways and baking with sunflower products will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon...
Religious knowledge important
October 3rd, 2010
We’re blessed in this country with religious freedom, but I worry a little about our ability to retain that freedom.
Because my memory, like my hair, is starting to leave me, I’v...
Maguire earns 400th win at ENMU
October 3rd, 2010
ODESSA, Texas — Junior middle blocker Kristen Beck compiled a season-best 18 kills as the Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team salvaged its finale in a weekend tournament hosted by T...
Their view: Community should be proud of teens
October 3rd, 2010
Community should be proud of teens
Portales Mayor Sharon King is impressed with what she’s seeing from local teenagers. Here’s her letter to the editor:
Thur...
Bulldogs shut down Hounds
October 3rd, 2010
WEATHERFORD, Okla. — Southwestern Oklahoma’s previously struggling offense rolled up 430 total yards and the Bulldogs’ defense shut down Eastern New Mexico’s hurry-up passin...
Shooting should serve as wake up call
October 3rd, 2010
Call it signs of the times. After news spread that a man armed with an automatic weapon had opened fire at the University of Texas at Austin campus, two other universities — Texas Tech in Lub...
Portales past: Oct. 3, 1953
October 3rd, 2010
Oct. 3, 1953
The Portales Daily News: J. Haler Strickland, manager of the Roswell Social Security Administration Office, was scheduled to be in Portales on Tuesday to assist R...
Volunteer profile: Gail Cissell
October 2nd, 2010
• Name: Gail Cissell
• Residence: Portales
• Occupation: Owner of Cissell Transfer and Storage in Clovis
• Volunteer: Cissell is...
Weekly update: County fair queen earns state fair honor
October 2nd, 2010
Roosevelt County Fair Queen Jamie Symlie was named Miss Congeniality on Sept. 26 in the 2011 New Mexico State Fair Queen Contest, according to a news release from the State Fair. The Miss Congenial...
Principles more important than sympathy
October 2nd, 2010
Sometimes you have to choose between personal principles and sympathetic understanding.
For example, as a public personality, I have deliberately chosen to decline invitations to do politica...
Rams rest up
October 2nd, 2010
A blank week on the schedule came at a great time for the Portales Rams (0-5) as they prepare to finish their season strong.
“I think our season now is about coming together as a team,...
My turn: Wendel's laws may not be passed
October 2nd, 2010
Unsuccessful proposed amendments to the Constitution have included forbidding religious leaders from holding public office (1876); recognizing God and Jesus Christ as the supreme authorities (...
Officials optimistic about pro baseball for Clovis
October 2nd, 2010
An effort to place a professional baseball team in Clovis seems ahead early in the count.
Officials with the city and the Pecos League of Professional Baseball Clubs, set to open play in Ma...
Cats miss out in bid to earn bye
October 2nd, 2010
If the Clovis Wildcats run the table — still a possibility with three of four games at home — they’ll finish the regular season at 6-4.
With a schedule that’s include...
Firefighters contain hay fire
October 2nd, 2010
Portales and Floyd Fire Departments responded to a hay fire on Highway 236 at Anderson Dairy this morning at 8:30 a.m. No one was injured in the fire that burned 20 bales of hay, said Lt. Floyd Han...
Hounds stumble at Southwestern Oklahoma
October 2nd, 2010
WEATHERFORD, Okla. — Southwestern Oklahoma’s previously struggling offense rolled up 430 total yards and the Bulldogs’ defense shut down Eastern New Mexico’s hurry-up passin...
Portales past: Oct. 2, 1960
October 2nd, 2010
Oct. 2, 1960
The Portales News-Tribune: Carl White of Elkins had almost recovered from a snake bite he received on the Lusk Ranch the last of August.
...
Zia's drop two matches in Texas tournament
October 1st, 2010
ODESSA, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team dropped its first two matches in a weekend tournament hosted by Texas-Permian Basin, losing to Fort Hays State 25-18, 27-29,...
Texas Woman's blanks Zias
October 1st, 2010
Neither coach was especially happy after Friday’s Lone Star Conference women’s soccer match.
Texas Woman’s Fleur Benetar was only slightly happier after the Pioneers scored...
Grant McGee: A lesson in forgiving and forgetting
October 1st, 2010
Do you remember folks who gave you trouble when you were growing up? I remember one or two. OK, OK, I remember more than that.
For instance, I never forgot the time I got my rear kick...
Clovis mom charged with child abuse
October 1st, 2010
Police have arrested the 21-year-old mother of a 6-month-old boy hospitalized in Lubbock with life-threatening injuries.
Amanda Fain was charged Thursday night with abuse of a child resultin...
In search of ponies: Readers share pet stories
October 1st, 2010
It’s been three months since my column started, and it got me thinking.
At first I saw the column as another of those cursed assignments that only a boss can think up, and quite frankl...
Inmate hospitalized after attempted suicide
October 1st, 2010
A 46-year-old man arrested Thursday evening for DWI is in a Lubbock hospital after he hanged himself by his boot laces in a Curry County jail bathroom.
Curry County Sheriff’s deputie...
Prep football scoreboard — Oct. 1
October 1st, 2010
Elida 47, House-Grady 0
Clovis Christian 61, Vaughn 6
Goddard 21, Clovis 0
Hagerman 26, Texico 14
Fort Sumner 20, Loving 7
Melrose 46, Springer 6
Hondo 52,...
Clovis family loses home, possessions in fire
October 1st, 2010
A local family needs assistance after losing their home near Ranchvale and belongings in a fire Sept. 25, said Clovis Municipal Schools family specialist Joe Moreno.
Moreno said James Mitche...
Weekly LSC soccer, cross country update 9/30
October 1st, 2010
Soccer standings All Times MDT Men Conf. All W-L-T W-L-T Eastern New Mexico &nbs...
Friday morning briefing: Colleges, (Hotel) California and campaign con...
October 1st, 2010
Welcome to October, and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Friday morning briefing.
School searches: It’s never too early to begin looking for a college. More t...
Prep football capsules — Oct. 1
October 1st, 2010
Texico (3-2) at Hagerman (5-0) • When: 7 p.m. today • Last meeting: 2009, Texico defeated the Bobcats 21-14 at Hagerman. • Last week:...
Portales past: Oct. 1, 1947
October 1st, 2010
Oct. 1, 1947
The Portales Daily News: A total of 371 Portales Valley farmers had signed their 1948 peanut allotment questionnaires up to the current date. They reported a total...
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