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Tuesday prep basketball summaries — Nov. 30
November 30th, 2010
Boys Texico 42, Vega 32 Texico (1-0) — Jose Posada 1 0-0 3, Connor Doolittle 3 0-0 8, Garrett Foote 2 0-0 4, Sergio Posada 1 0-0 2, Jesus Rivera 1 0-0 2, Lucas Walthers 4 1...
Police blotter — Dec. 1
November 30th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls to Portales-area law enforcement, according to police records:
Thursday
• Just after 3 a.m., an officer responded to a report of a man fal...
Lady Cats face Arizona foe in tourney
November 30th, 2010
Clovis High girls basketball coach Jeff Reed knows relatively little about his first-round opponent in this week’s Gallup tournament.
He’s more concerned about getting the Lady W...
Empty stocking fund: Mrs. R
November 30th, 2010
Today’s focus: Mrs. R
Household members: 5
Children: 4
Special circumstance: Mrs. R is helping to raise her grandchildren, because their paren...
Their view: Coyote hunts nature’s way of balance
November 30th, 2010
Coyote hunts nature’s way of balance
Another view regarding the weekend coyote hunt in Grady, this from Clovis letter writer Calvin Lary:
Who are we as a so...
Developers should secure own funding
November 30th, 2010
Park 51 developers, formerly known as Cordoba House, the group behind what is popularly known as the proposed “ground zero mosque” two blocks away from the site of the 9/11 attacks, has...
Veteran benefits not under attack
November 30th, 2010
Some of us, when we see a proposal to raise VA health care fees for a category of veteran in a report on ways to curb federal budget deficits, jump to the conclusion that veteran benefits are under...
My turn: Book shows similarities between New Mexico, Holy Land
November 30th, 2010
During Advent, many people go to the Holy Land to get to the true reason for the Christmas season.
Nuevo Mejicanos don’t have to travel to feel like we’re in holy land. In his 19...
Fishing report - Nov. 30
November 30th, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, NOV. 30, 2010: NEW MEXICO FISHING REPORTThis fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and thefishphone.com, has been generated from the best i...
Tuesday morning briefing: Two cents, ring a bell and a prelude to seat...
November 30th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Your two cents
Here’s your shot to comment on the State Master Plan for Higher Education.
...
Portales past: Nov. 30, 1942
November 30th, 2010
Nov. 30, 1942: The Portales Daily News: December selective service quotas included married men for the first time in Roosevelt County, according to officials at the selective service office....
LSC weekly basketball update — Nov. 29
November 29th, 2010
StandingsMenSouth Division LSC AllSchool W-L W-LIncarnate Word 0-0&nb...
Highlands beat Zias in return game
November 29th, 2010
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Whitley Coca scored 20 points to lead three Cowgirls in double figures, and New Mexico Highlands cruised to a 72-62 win over Eastern New Mexico in Monday's non-conference wo...
Empty stocking fund: Mrs. P
November 29th, 2010
Today’s focus: Mrs. P
Household members: 5
Children:...
My turn: Crappie advice online
November 29th, 2010
As always I’m searching the web looking for the best tips to help anglers catch the ones that tend to get away.
I happened upon a couple of tips on a website called
Dora school news — Nov. 30
November 29th, 2010
Sports schedules
• Today – Junior varsity and varsity basketball 4 p.m. at San Jon.
• Thursday – J.P. Stone Invitational Basketball Tournament through Sat...
Salads, button jewelry featured on show
November 29th, 2010
Information on paper foundation piecing, making fabric covered button jewelry and preparing a variety of salads will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and...
Weather information good to have
November 29th, 2010
Thank the powers that control cable TV for the weather channel. No, I am serious. Because of those powers, whoever they may be, we know how to plan our post Thanksgiving weekend.
As I type...
Matchbox collection memorable
November 29th, 2010
At one time I had a long list of fabulous vehicles in my collection. Ferrari, Camaro, Mustang, GTO, Willys Jeep, and a Ford roadster or two were just a few of the many items in the Matchbox collect...
On the shelves — Nov. 28
November 29th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Jumped, Fell, or Pushed? How Forensics Solved 50 ‘Perfect&...
Club notes — Nov. 28
November 29th, 2010
RGH Auxiliary
The Nov. 17, 2010, executive committee of the Roosevelt General Hospital Auxiliary met in the conference room. President Sid Phillips opene...
Senior happenings — Nov. 28
November 29th, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: 1-5 p.m., Dance at Los Abuelitos in Portales. Please bring a...
School menus — Nov. 28
November 29th, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — English muffin with egg and cheese. Lunch — Chicken quesadilla, seasoned pinto beans, garden salad and r...
Monday morning briefing: Gaming, a boating accident and snow
November 29th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.
Video game of the week
Game: Donkey Kong Country Returns
Genre: Action
System: Wii
What...
Portales past: Nov. 29, 1948
November 29th, 2010
Nov. 29, 1948: The Portales Daily News: Bob Anthony of Elida was in critical condition at Miller Hospital, the victim of a gunshot wound from a shotgun shell loaded with salt. The shot was a...
Portales past: Nov. 28, 1955
November 28th, 2010
Nov. 28, 1955: The Portales Daily News: A magazine peddler was picked up Friday by city police on the complaint of a housewife. The peddler paid a $10 fine in city police court for violating...
Bill infringes some rights to protect others
November 27th, 2010
Reason and prudence are needed to untangle the digital-age Gordian knots posed by Internet technology. Unfortunately, Congress can be short of reason and prudence.
A bill to protect online p...
Their view: Coyote hunt setting bad example
November 27th, 2010
Coyote hunt setting bad example
The Curry County community of Grady was scheduled to host a coyote hunt this weekend with two purposes — thin the coyote population that threatens cattl...
My turn: Living my life through you
November 27th, 2010
Recently, I shut off all distractions —TV, Internet, reading — to see what condition my condition was in.
Quickly, I realized that my life revolves around others’ Raison d&...
Cattleman's challenge curbs carcinogens
November 27th, 2010
I sent the final postcard to Bob before Christmas. For the last 20 years I’ve sent a postcard to Bob and Dottie from every place I traveled. That would be over a thousand cards.
I didn...
Nov. 28 — Police Blotter
November 27th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls to Portales-area law enforcement, according to police records:
Tuesday
• About 5:40 p.m., a magistrate probation officer requested a police offic...
Nov. 28 — Public record
November 27th, 2010
Recent cases in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court, according to court documents:
Nov. 3
• Shane McNicoll, born in 1980, pled guilty to battery on a household member, with...
Empty stocking fund: Ms. G
November 27th, 2010
Today’s focus: Ms. G
Household members: 5
Children: 3
Special circumstance: Ms. G is a single mother of three. Ms. G has just started working...
Portales past: Nov. 27, 1961
November 27th, 2010
Nov. 27, 1961: Portales News-Tribune: Three pistols and an old coin collection worth around $200 were taken from The Trading Post, 1222 West Fir, sometime Saturday night, according to E.H. B...
Farwell advances in playoff battle of district foes
November 26th, 2010
CANYON, Texas — Senior Caleb Christian’s second touchdown of the game, a 3-yard run with 5:16 remaining, rallied Farwell to a 28-21 victory over District 3-1A Division II rival Bovina o...
Area Texas prep playoffs — Nov. 26
November 26th, 2010
Regional semifinals
Class 2A Division I
At Lubbock
Wall 22, Muleshoe 7, halftime
Class 1A Division II
At Canyon
Bovina 2...
Gardner selected as Martinez chief of staff
November 26th, 2010
A state legislator who represents Roosevelt County and a former representative for both Curry and Roosevelt counties are among appointed members to the executive leadership team for Gov.-Elect Su...
Empty stocking fund: Mrs. H
November 26th, 2010
• Today’s focus: Mrs. H
• Household members: 8
• Children: 4
Special circumstance: Mrs. H and her husband have ju...
Grant McGee: Family dinners bigger through childhood eyes
November 26th, 2010
Whatever happened to that giant table the family gathered round at holiday time? Wasn’t there one in your family? Maybe it was at Grandma and Grampa’s place? I’ll tell you wha...
Vegetarianism not a crusade
November 26th, 2010
No turkey for me.
No green beans with chunks of ham. No brown gravy. No bacon-garnished this or that.
But I’m fine with your fridge full of leftover bird. Really.
And I d...
Friday morning briefing: Science, local money and King Tut's tomb
November 26th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Science
Eastern New Mexico University is hosting the 53rd annual Southeastern New Mexico Regional Scienc...
Portales past: Nov. 26, 1961
November 26th, 2010
Nov. 26, 1961: Portales News-Tribune: Friends here received word that Bob Doyle’s float won first prize in the Albuquerque Christmas Parade Friday. Doyle, a former Portales resident an...
Their view: New Mexicans urged to take cold weather precautions
November 25th, 2010
New Mexicans urged to take cold weather precautions
The National Weather Service is predicting extreme cold temperatures in parts of New Mexico during the Thanksgiving weekend holiday...
Libertarianism true love of freedom
November 25th, 2010
How does a kid grow up in a deeply conservative background, and become libertarian? Probably by taking those teachings to heart and realizing there can be no double standards without compromising t...
True liberty has no political affiliations
November 25th, 2010
We’ve always taken a moment the week of Nov. 24 — the birthday of R.C. Hoiles — to reflect on the ideas underpinning a philosophy of liberty that Hoiles strove all his life to und...
Angels sent by God to watch over us
November 25th, 2010
The approaching holidays remind me of the angels who brought the “good tidings of great joy” to the shepherds in the field. (Luke 2:9-13).
Many references about angels are found...
My turn: Family dinner best show in town
November 25th, 2010
Last weekend was definitely a weekend for music and fun. Saturday night, I enjoyed going to the State Theater in Clovis for the “Big Band Dance.” The band played beautifully and from th...
Thursday morning briefing: Thanksgiving, a light show and the deep fre...
November 25th, 2010
Good morning, Happy Thanksgiving and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Thursday briefing.Cheap ticket
Bring a can of food and you can see the Greyhound and Zia basketb...
Portales past: Nov. 25, 1955
November 25th, 2010
Nov. 25, 1955: The Portales Daily News: The annual Thanksgiving supper at the Baptist Church was Thursday evening in Arch. The speaker was Rev. F.O. Polston of Portales....
Ticket feature: Roping series coming to Curry events center
November 24th, 2010
As many as 500 teams are expected to compete in the Matthews Land and Cattle No Bull Series this weekend at the Curry County Events Center.
And with prizes such as a three-horse trailer, sad...
My turn: Plenty for which to be thankful
November 24th, 2010
On such a day as this, I have to say I’m thankful for those irreplaceable things in my life: The love of God and redemption from Christ, the warmth and companionship of friends and family, go...
Mom used pinons to teach lesson
November 24th, 2010
Autumn in northern New Mexico is piñon-picking time. The piñon tree looks much like a juniper, and grows mostly in what are called the foothills.
The piñon was selected...
Portales promoting local shopping with Christmas crawl
November 24th, 2010
This Christmas season, the Portales MainStreet Program is featuring the Portales Christmas Crawl to promote local shopping, according to a news release from the organization.
Participants ca...
Wednesday morning briefing: Art, no school and a frigid turn
November 24th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday/Thanksgiving Eve briefing.Student art
An Eastern New Mexico University student art exhibition is set to show N...
Portales past: Nov. 24, 1942
November 24th, 2010
Nov. 24, 1942: The Portales Daily News: The first volunteer for officer’s training from Roosevelt County was graduated as a second lieutenant in the field artillery at Fort Sill, Okla....
Expect frozen Turkey day in some parts of state
November 23rd, 2010
Northern parts of the state saw a few inches of snow Monday, but the real cold will blow in with the Thanksgiving turkey.
Temperatures will dive well below normal later in the week, said Ken...
Police blotter — Nov. 24
November 23rd, 2010
Samplings of recent calls to Portales-area law enforcement, according to police reports:
Friday
• About 4:40 p.m., officers went to a business in the 1600 bl...
Holiday closings
November 23rd, 2010
The following businesses, schools, government agencies and other institutions will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday:
• American Heritage Bank (Closes 1 p.m. today)
&...
Their view: Politicians don’t know what’s best for nation
November 23rd, 2010
David James Stuckenberg of Portales offers this letter to “everyman:”
In July, my family and I visited a small living history farm, just outside of Washington D.C..
Debt panel takes aim at military
November 23rd, 2010
Military members and retirees have more financial darts to dodge after a second bipartisan task force on reducing the nation’s debt unveiled a different set of cost-cutting recommendations on...
Airport security should focus on people
November 23rd, 2010
As we arrive at the busiest air travel day of the year and the busiest season for flying, airline travel is poised to be fouled up not only by the weather but by the Transportation Security Adminis...
Missing Portales woman remains in hospital
November 23rd, 2010
A missing Portales woman remained hospitalized Tuesday after being found under a mobile home within a block of her North Avenue A home about 11:30 p.m. Monday.
Maria Galvan, 63, disappeared...
Fishing report - Nov. 23
November 23rd, 2010
Nov. 23, 2010
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and The Fish Phone, has been generated from the best information available from area officers, anglers, guides...
Tuesday morning briefing: Dora weather, school schedules and a picture...
November 23rd, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Website of the day
Information from Dora's weather station is now online as part of the West Texas Mes...
Portales past: Nov. 23, 1942
November 23rd, 2010
Nov. 23, 1942: The Portales Daily News: An effort was being made to collect all of the scrap in the county (for the war effort) by the first of the year, according to Frank Craddock, county...
County farmer pleads guilty to federal drug charges
November 22nd, 2010
In a plea agreement, Roosevelt County farmer William “Billy Joe” Watson has pleaded guilty to transporting anhydrous ammonia for methamphetamine manufacture across state lines.
U...
County chamber executive director resigning
November 22nd, 2010
Portales Mayor Sharon King has resigned as Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce executive director.
King said she didn’t know when her last day would be because she had committed to he...
Portales man held on burglary charges
November 22nd, 2010
A Portales man has been arrested in connection with three commercial burglaries, police said.
Nasario Maldonado, 28, is charged with three counts of felony burglary, according to a news rele...
Dora school news — Nov. 23
November 22nd, 2010
Wednesday is the last day of school this week. Students will return on Monday.
SPORTS
• Today — JV and Varsity basketball at San Jon, 4 p.m.
• Friday and...
Elida school news — Nov. 23
November 22nd, 2010
• Tuesday: Lake Arthur — Junior high girls, boys — 3 p.m.
Booster Club meeting following boys’ game.
• Wednesday: School dismissed at 1 p.m....
Clovis man sentenced to eight years on drug charges
November 22nd, 2010
Clovis man was sentenced Monday to eight years in prison on drug charges.
Marcello Garza, 34, was convicted in October of possession of paraphernalia, marijuana and methamphetamines as well...
Monday morning briefing: Free music, cooking tips and the JFK assassin...
November 22nd, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.
Music, music, music
The Eastern New Mexico University Steel Band is set to perform its Fall Concert at 7 p.m...
Portales past: Nov. 22, 1948
November 22nd, 2010
Nov. 22, 1948: The Portales Daily News: Portales High School nominated kings and queens for the coming carnival, originally scheduled to be Nov. 24, but postponed to Dec. 4. Senior class nom...
Pain part of cowboy life
November 21st, 2010
Joe Camacho is a cage fighter. Can you imagine his mother saying, as he goes off to fight the front line of the Oakland Raiders, “Be careful, Joey, and don’t get hurt.”
I c...
Police blotter — Nov. 21
November 21st, 2010
Samplings of recent calls handled by Portales-area law enforcement, according to police reports:
Wednesday
• About 7:20 p.m., officers responded to a report of dome...
Public record — Nov. 21
November 21st, 2010
Cases handled in Roosevelt County Magistrate Court, according to court documents:
Nov. 15
• Charges of aggravated DWI for refusing a sobriety test, open container,...
Hounds overcame adversity in 2010
November 21st, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University’s football team fell short of its goal for a Lone Star Conference North Division title and a winning record.
Still, sixth-year coach Mark Ribaudo said the...
School menus — Nov. 21
November 21st, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — English muffin with egg and cheese. Lunch — Pepperoni pizza, garden fresh salad, ranch dressing, f...
Senior happenings — Nov. 21
November 21st, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: 1-5 p.m., Dance in Portales at La Casa Senior Center....
On the shelves — Nov. 21
November 21st, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Women Doctors in War” by Judith Bellafaire was given by Chapter G, PEO in memory o...
Portales past: Nov. 21, 1955
November 21st, 2010
Nov. 21, 1955: The Portales Daily News: Who said women skip the sports pages? The Daily News checked up on the winners of the weekly football contest and found that women won the first prize...
Egg replacement featured on show
November 20th, 2010
Information on Swedish decorating, replacing eggs in baking and the art of perfumery will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
Deco...
Holiday time for charity
November 20th, 2010
Before really getting into this column, I need to make a disclaimer.
Either by typographical or some other error, I left readers of this column last week with the impression that my Faceboo...
Personality influences nicknames
November 20th, 2010
I think maybe I watch too much football.
The other night watching the Arizona Cardinals listening to the announcers call running back “Beanie” Wells name, I proclaimed that was a...
Miners cruise past Zias 79-48
November 20th, 2010
EL PASO — Texas-El Paso scored the game’s first seven points and never looked back en route to a 79-48 victory over Eastern New Mexico University’s women on Saturday night.
...
Bovina wins, faces Farwell next
November 20th, 2010
CANYON, Texas — Quarterback Dorian Vela ran for a pair of t ouchdowns and Rosendo Lara returned an interception 45 yards for a score, lifting the Bovina Mustangs past White Deer 32-18 on Satu...
Ethanol subsidies test of Republicans’ resolve
November 20th, 2010
Congressional Republicans face a test of their newly rediscovered principles. They can save taxpayers billions of dollars and spur the free market simply by allowing to expire at year’s end t...
Mountain Lions edge Hounds in OT
November 20th, 2010
DURANGO, Colo. — Brent Jones led five Colorado-Colorado Springs players in double figures with 16 points and the Mountain Lions pulled away in overtime Saturday for an 80-76 victory over East...
My turn: Giving to charity has own rewards
November 20th, 2010
I’m not sure if this is about a small world, or patting myself on the back (since no one else will).
Seeing the cleft lips and palates of kids in Operation Smile promotions hits fairly...
ENMU men seventh in regional cross country
November 20th, 2010
WARRENSBURG, Mo. — Junior Mohammed Noor finished 13th with a time of 32 minutes, 16.13 seconds over 10 kilometers Saturday, leading Eastern New Mexico University’s men to a seventh-plac...
Portales past: Nov. 20, 1961
November 20th, 2010
Nov. 20, 1961: Portales News-Tribune: Gail McCormack, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Oscar McCormack of Rogers, was singing in the second soprano section of the Meistersinger Chorus at Lubbock Chr...
Fort Lewis rallies late, hands Hounds first loss
November 19th, 2010
Freedom New Mexico
DURANGO, Colo. — Fort Lewis scored the game’s final 10 points over the last 2 1/2 minutes Friday night to turn back Eastern New Mexico University’s men 8...
Clovis backs request for water system project funding
November 19th, 2010
Clovis City Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Friday in support of funding for the Eastern New Mexico Rural Water System Project.
The vote was taken during a special meeting...
Freedom considering purchase offers
November 19th, 2010
Six months after emerging from U.S. Bankruptcy Court protection, Freedom Communications officials said Thursday they are considering offers to buy its newspapers and television stations.
I...
Former EPCOG executive director files lawsuit
November 19th, 2010
The former executive director of the Eastern Plains Council of Governments has filed a wrongful discharge lawsuit against the agency and his successor.
Nick Brady of Clovis filed the civil s...
Clovis police using science to reconstruct fatal crash
November 19th, 2010
Reconstructing a vehicle crash is pure science, according to Police Chief Steve Sanders.
Officers trained in crash reconstruction start with the result and investigate by working backwards,...
Prep football scoreboard — Nov. 19
November 19th, 2010
Class 5A
Quarterfinals
La Cueva 21, Clovis 14
Mayfield 21, Cleveland 13
Las Cruces 28, Eldorado 27
Mayfield 21, Cleveland 13
Class 4A
Grant McGee: Small town holds wondrous discoveries
November 19th, 2010
Haven’t you found things around your town and wondered how they got here?
For instance The Lady of the House and I were watching a movie we picked up at a yard sale.
“NOT...
In Search of Ponies: Gift horses tether to Grandpa
November 19th, 2010
The childhood memories are many and vivid.
There were the sweets; sugared mulberries and raspberries on top of vanilla ice cream, butterscotch candies, the nectar from honey suckle blossom...
Friday morning briefing: Bright lights, cookies with Santa and inviso-...
November 19th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Bright lights in the big city
Registration is under way for the annual Clovis Christmas Light Parade.
Portales past: Nov. 19, 1942
November 19th, 2010
Nov. 19, 1942: The Portales Daily News: Plans for the national observance of Pearl Harbor Day on Dec. 7 were made. Plans were being made by the Roosevelt County Defense Council to have a sim...
Thursday area prep basketball summaries — Nov. 18
November 18th, 2010
Thursday Girls Floyd 50, Grady 23 Grady (0-1) — Mandy Rush 4 7-14 15, Kaitlin Grau 2 0-1 4, Brenna Thomas 1 0-0 2, Josy Sepulveda 0 2-2 2. Totals 7 9-17 23. ...
ENMU men's basketball capsule
November 18th, 2010
• ENMU vs. Fort Lewis (0-0), 7:30 p.m. today, and vs. Colorado-Colorado Springs (0-0), 3 p.m. Saturday, in the George B. Boedecker Classic, hosted by Fort Lewis at Durango, Colo....
Hounds land 11 on all-LSC North first team
November 18th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico had 11 first-team selections and two individual award winners recognized Wednesday when the annual Lone Star Conference North Division football awards were announced by LSC off...
Weekend prep football playoff capsules — Nov. 19
November 18th, 2010
New Mexico Class 2A semifinals Texico (6-4) at Tularosa (11-0) • When: 7 p.m. today • Last meeting: 2009, Tularosa edged the Wolverines 7-6 i...
Portales man convicted on meth charges
November 18th, 2010
A Portales man was convicted Thursday on six charges, including methamphetamine possession.
Greg Sena, 29, was sentenced to 12 1/2 years in the New Mexico State Penitentiary.
Sena was...
Hobbs woman arrested for possession of meth
November 18th, 2010
A Hobbs woman faces drug charges after Roosevelt County Sheriff’s deputies said they found methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia in her wrecked vehicle, said Chief Deputy Malin Parker.
My turn: ENMU events fun to cover
November 18th, 2010
This week was fun covering the events going on at ENMU for International Week.
Hopefully, my readers don’t think I am using my column as an advertising agent for all things ENMU, but t...
Santa Cop toy drive set for Saturday
November 18th, 2010
The first toy drive of the year for Operation: Santa Cop is set for 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday at the Portales Wal-Mart.
Portales Police Department is collecting new toys and gifts for Roose...
Be thankful to be alive
November 18th, 2010
If I had never been born, I would not have known the joy of falling in love. I would not have known the meaning of unselfishness, sacrifice or consideration for the needs of others.
I would...
Thursday morning briefing: Books galore, a fall festival and drinking...
November 18th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday morning briefing.Books on the cheap
Thousands of used books will be available at bargain prices during the annu...
Portales past: Nov. 18, 1948
November 18th, 2010
Nov. 18, 1948: The Portales Daily News: Who knew Margaret Todd? This girl or woman thought to be between 16 and 28 years old was being sought by an attorney in Louisiana in connection with t...
Hounds outlast Western State 74-67
November 17th, 2010
GUNNISON, Colo. — Newcomers Max Carrier and Aaron Edwards are fitting in quickly for the Greyhounds.
The junior college transfers from California combined for 35 points and 19 rebound...
Ticket feature: Blues group Soul Kitchen to perform in Clovis
November 17th, 2010
The blues group Soul Kitchen will perform Saturday night as part of Clovis Community College’s Cultural Arts Series.
The performance is set for 7 p.m. at the Clovis Civic Center.
'Secretariat' shows strength of women
November 17th, 2010
I recently saw the movie “Secretariat” about the horse many people believe to be the best Thoroughbred race horse ever.
Secretariat, born in Virginia in 1970, grew to 16.2 hands...
Clovis Christian will field girls team after all
November 17th, 2010
Clovis Christian will field a high school girls basketball team this season after all, athletic director Wes Weems said Wednesday.
Weems said Tuesday the high school girls season would be ca...
Press release: Wood, Tillman highlight All-LSC North selection
November 17th, 2010
RICHARDSON, TEXAS — Sophomore quarterback Wesley Wood (So., QB, Muleshoe, Texas/Muleshoe HS) was chosen as the Lone Star Conference North Division Co-Offensive Back of the Year, while Tillma...
Wednesday morning briefing: Big bands, the perfect pie crust and the G...
November 17th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.Dance to the music
Eastern New Mexico University's Jazz Ensemble will perform their annual Big...
Portales past: Nov. 17, 1948
November 17th, 2010
Nov. 17, 1948: The Portales Daily News: Warren R. Roberts, a 25-year-old former science student at ENMC whose curiosity about explosives led to his arrest there Monday, faced a serious charg...
LSC weekly basketball update — Nov. 17
November 16th, 2010
Standings
All Times MST
South Division
Div. All
W-L W-L
Incarnate Word 0-0 2-0
West Texas A&M 0-0 2-0
Eastern...
Proposal raises costs for military
November 16th, 2010
Military personnel and federal civilian workers would see pay levels frozen for three years and their out-of-pocket medical costs rise under a proposed plan to cut federal budget deficits by $200 b...
Their view: Millions can be saved throughout state
November 16th, 2010
Paul Gessing is president of New Mexico’s Rio Grande Foundation, which promotes limited government, economic freedom and individual responsibility.
He kicked around ideas for cutting N...
Time to lift sanctions on Myanmar
November 16th, 2010
The release of pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi from the house arrest to which she has been subject since 2003 is rightfully celebrated as a small step toward a freer and more open society in...
Fishing report - Nov. 16
November 16th, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, NOV. 16, 2010: NEW MEXICO FISHING REPORTThis fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish andthefishphone.com, has been generated from the best inf...
Meetings watch: Portales City Council
November 16th, 2010
At the Portales City Council meeting Tuesday councilors:
• Approved giving Roosevelt County Comm-unity Development Corporation $40,000 in local economic development money. Howell...
Curry commissioners back training request
November 16th, 2010
Assuring property owners’ rights would not be encumbered and the future of wind energy in the region will not be jeopardized, Curry County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution supp...
Elida's Best signs with Zias
November 16th, 2010
Reavis Best fulfilled a dream Tuesday when she signed a letter-of-intent to play basketball at Eastern New Mexico University.
The Elida High senior is also keeping a promise she made to her...
ENMU men's basketball capsule — Nov. 17
November 16th, 2010
ENMU (1-0) at Western State (0-1) When: 7 p.m. today at Gunnison, Colo. Last meeting: November 2009, the Greyhounds beat Western State 65-55 at Greyhound Arena. S...
Police blotter — Nov. 17
November 16th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls to Portales-area law enforcement, according to police records:
Friday
• An officer went to a pet business in the 200 block of South Avenue...
My turn: Latinas making progress
November 16th, 2010
This month, Susana Martinez became not only the first female governor-elect in New Mexico, but the first Hispanic female governor-elect in our country. It was only a little over a year ago that ano...
ENMU briefs — Nov. 17
November 16th, 2010
Employee brief
Professor of Special Education Michael F. Shaughnessy has been asked to serve as a reviewer for the World Journal of Psychology.
Thomas More Uni...
Press release: Edwards garners LSC weekly honor
November 16th, 2010
RICHARDSON, TEXAS — Junior forward Aaron Edwards (Long Beach, Calif. / Gardena HS/San Bernardino Valley College) from the Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team has been...
Press release: Four Greyhound soccer players selected Daktronics All-S...
November 16th, 2010
PORTALES, N.M.— Emerson Rodrigues (Sr., F, Natal, RN, Brazil/Colegio Objectivo Portugar) and Andy Wilkinson’s (Fr., M, Lewes, East Sussex, England / Sussex Downs 6th form college) f...
Tuesday morning briefing: Comfy seats, less than inviting weather
November 16th, 2010
Good morning, and welcome to Freedom New Mexico's Tuesday morning briefing:
Portales past: Nov 16, 1942
November 16th, 2010
Nov 16, 1942: The Portales Daily News: Registration for mileage rationing was held at the junior high school library and at Lindsey school from 8:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Thursday...
Hounds finish season on strong note
November 15th, 2010
While the season didn’t turn out quite the way Eastern New Mexico University coach Mark Ribaudo and his team hoped, the Greyhounds ended it with one of their better performances in some time....
Nov. 16 — Elida news
November 15th, 2010
Events
Today: Junior high basketball at Marshall (seventh- and eighth-grade girls and junior high boys), 4 p.m.
Wednesday: Photo retakes and basketball pictures.
Thursda...
Nov. 16 — Dora news
November 15th, 2010
Day week
This week school is in session Monday through Friday.
Spirit week champs
This week, both the fourth-grade and seventh-grade classes will be...
Columnist featured in 'Chicken Soup' book
November 15th, 2010
Portales religion columnist and retired teacher Joan Clayton wrote one of the stories in “Chicken Soup for the Soul: A Book of Miracles.”
The book recounts 101 true stories of di...
Area prep football playoff pairings — Nov. 15
November 15th, 2010
New Mexico All Times MST Class 5A Quarterfinals Friday Eldorado at Las Cruces High, 7 p.m. Mayfield at Cleveland, 7 p.m. Clovis at La Cueva, 7 p.m....
Portales past: Nov. 15, 1961
November 15th, 2010
Nov. 15, 1961: Portales News-Tribune: The West Gate of Cannon Air Force Base will be closed starting Monday, according to an order revealed by officials at the base....
Portales past: Nov. 14, 1955
November 14th, 2010
Nov. 14, 1955: The Portales Daily News: Assistant District Attorney James C. Compton said he intended to file juvenile delinquency charges against a number of Clovis youths unless they start...
Freedom New Mexico garners New Mexico Press Association awards
November 13th, 2010
ALBUQUERQUE — The Clovis News Journal on Saturday was awarded the top prize from New Mexico Press Association at its annual Better Newspaper Contest.
CNJ won the general excellence awa...
Fort Lewis jumps on Zias early
November 13th, 2010
DURANGO, Colo. — Defending NCAA Division II runnerup Fort Lewis College held Eastern New Mexico University scoreless for more than 11 minutes down the stretch in the first half on Saturday an...
Elida wins Class 1B volleyball crown
November 13th, 2010
Elida beat district foe Grady 25-16, 25-15, 25-1 Saturday to capture the Class 1B state volleyball title at the Santa Ana Star Center in Rio Rancho.
It is Elida's third state title, and firs...
My turn: Still chasing fame
November 13th, 2010
I’ve always wanted to be a sports hero.
Growing up in east Texas, my three older brothers were tackling me while I was still in diapers. After they eventually deserted me for girls, I...
Reader submitted article: Hoop houses extend growing season
November 13th, 2010
Want to get a jump on next year’s garden? One way is to build a hoop house to extend the growing season into late winter.
New Mexico State University’s Roosevelt County Cooperati...
Decades prove resiliency
November 13th, 2010
This year marked my 30th writing this column.
The column runs in 150 papers around the country and in Canada. For the most part they can be described as trade publications, or as a smaller w...
Lawmakers re-elected to caucus positions
November 13th, 2010
Two local Republican legislators were re-elected to their caucus positions Saturday, according to information from the House Republican Caucus.
Keith Gardner of District 66 was re-elected as...
Time to revert back to gold standard
November 13th, 2010
Gold could help stabilize monetary system. The suggestion was somewhat indirect and conditional, but it is nonetheless fascinating that the head of the World Bank should bring up the idea of usi...
On the shelves — Nov. 14
November 13th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Gila Country Legend: The Life and Times of Quentin Hulse” by Nancy Coggeshall was...
Club notes — Nov. 14
November 13th, 2010
Clovis BPO Does
Clovis BPO Does held a regular meeting on Nov. 4, 2010. The Nominating Committee presented the slate of new Drove Officers for 2011. All present were elected to their...
Scrapbooking tips featured
November 13th, 2010
Information on scrapbooking, self-improvement and budget-friendly turkey meals will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
Tyleen C...
Shoutouts — Nov. 14
November 13th, 2010
Missing dog returned
We thank God for answering our prayers and we thank the newspaper, dog catcher, police department, university police, students and many residents who helped look...
Senior happenings — Nov. 14
November 13th, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: 1-5 p.m., Dance in Portales at Los Abuelitos Senior C...
School menus — Nov. 14
November 13th, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Beefy mac, grand green beans, rosey applesauce, whole wheat roll
Veteran title honor to hold
November 13th, 2010
I placed it up there on Facebook and got some comments — many weren’t positive, considering what I put up wasn't particularly contentious. It was simply a Veterans Day posting.
Gadgets easily collected
November 13th, 2010
With Thanksgiv-ing on the horizon there are two things that stand between most folks and culinary perfection — finding the turkey baster and getting an accurate reading from your meat thermom...
Hounds roll in season finale
November 13th, 2010
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Senior running back Tony Valenzuela scored three touchdowns and senior cornerback Tavius Bigelow had three of Eastern New Mexico University’s four interceptions,...
Reports due on low-altitude Air Force flights
November 13th, 2010
DURANGO, Colo. — Colorado and New Mexico residents worried about an Air Force proposal to start low-altitude training flights are putting finishing touches on their arguments against the plan...
Ex-Cannon NCO challenging half-pay for discharged gays
November 13th, 2010
ALBUQUERQUE — The American Civil Liberties Union is suing the government on behalf of a gay former Air Force sergeant denied full separation pay after he was forced out under the military&rsq...
Prep football scoreboard — Nov. 12
November 13th, 2010
Class 5A
First round
Clovis 35, Highland 14
6-man
Championship
Clovis Christian 60, Lake Arthur 13...
Portales past: Nov. 13, 1961
November 13th, 2010
Nov. 13, 1961: Portales News-Tribune: Eastern New Mexico University had the only winning football team among three state colleges in action over the weekend. ENMU displayed awesome power wit...
Short-handed Hounds win opener
November 12th, 2010
Clovis freshman Logan Turnbow drew a key charge late, then followed that with a putback to help Eastern New Mexico University’s men open their 2010-11 basketball season with an 81-76 victory...
In Search of Ponies: Raven not much for conversation
November 12th, 2010
Poor Poe verbally shook and twisted his 1800’s version of a Magic 8-Ball, only getting one word in return, regardless of the question.
Not this raven.
With Joe, it’s anyon...
Grant McGee: Yard sale brings back memories of 'draggin' Main'
November 12th, 2010
Do you remember “draggin’ Main”? You know, spending Saturday nights riding up and down the main street of your town.
I got to thinking about this after encountering three...
Cats need to find direction on road
November 12th, 2010
By Kevin Wilson
kwilson@cnjonline.com
If they don’t want their season to end, the Clovis Wildcats need to do something they haven’t done this season. And they’ll hav...
Prep football scoreboard — Nov. 12
November 12th, 2010
Area
Class 2A
Quarterfinals
Texico 14, Estancia 10
Class 1A
Semifinals
Fort Sumner 54, Escalante 16
8-man
Martinez taps Clovis commissioner for search committee
November 12th, 2010
Clovis City Commissioner Randy Crowder is one of nine members for Governor-Elect Susana Martinez’ general services and information technology search committee.
The committee will wor...
Curry Commissioners selected for steering committee
November 12th, 2010
Four Curry County officials have been selected to serve on steering committees for the National Association of Counties, according to a release from the organization.
Commnissioner Wendell B...
Hounds hope to shake off tough loss in season finale
November 12th, 2010
After coming up short last week in their bid for a piece of the Lone Star Conference North Division title, the task this week for Eastern New Mexico University’s football team is to get its e...
Friday morning briefing: Lots of brass, a chance to dance and a here c...
November 12th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Lots of brass
Eastern New Mexico University will host the University Brass Choir’s performance, &...
Portales past: Nov. 12, 1942
November 12th, 2010
Nov. 12, 1942: The Portales Daily News: Ralf Will, chairman of the woman’s division of the scrap drive (for the war effort), was asking the aid of three organizations: one to take the...
Their view: Senator thanks New Mexico veterans
November 11th, 2010
U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingaman, D-N.M., issued the following statement in honor of our nation’s veterans:
Each Veterans Day is a solemn occasion when we, as a nation, reflect and show...
Expect same from GOP congress
November 11th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico residents who fear the Republican takeover of the U.S. House of Representatives will mean a loss of benefits probably needn’t worry.
Despite all the rhetoric to that...
Give people power to govern selves
November 11th, 2010
I have been writing in favor of gridlocks for some time, at least as a second-best option to the one where the government is in the hands of an administration committed to limited powers.
I...
Chandlers tapped to help with Martinez transition
November 11th, 2010
Father and son Caleb and Matt Chandler of Clovis have both been named to search committees for Governor-Elect Susana Martinez, according to releases from Martinez.
Matt Chandler, the current...
My turn: Local communities acknowledge veterans' service with ceremoni...
November 11th, 2010
I have to say it made me proud to see how much acknowledgment our local communities and newspapers gave Veterans Day this year.
It was significant to me to write the Veterans Day cover story...
Reader-submitted content: Extension home economist presenting holiday...
November 11th, 2010
Get your tickets now for the annual holiday program presented by Connie Moyers, Roosevelt County Extension Home Economist “Living the Season.”
You will be treated to cooking demo...
God's love always present
November 11th, 2010
I watched the nurse who had much compassion. She had work to do as she completed her charts, writing with a pen. Yet she had time to hold an elderly man’s hand with her other hand. As she wro...
Reader-submitted content: Chamber accepting applications for Christmas...
November 11th, 2010
The holidays are rapidly approaching and the Roosevelt County Chamber is now accepting applications for the 2010 Little Miss Merry Christmas Contest.
As a part of the City of Portales’...
Thursday morning briefing: Paint the town, holiday stuff and The Great...
November 11th, 2010
Good morning, happy Veterans Day and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Help needed
Your chance to paint the town...literally.
Clovis MainStreet is...
Portales past: Nov. 11, 1948
November 11th, 2010
Nov. 11, 1948: The Portales Daily News: News from Lingo: This community had a killing freeze Friday night that finished killing all the green crops. The farmers were busy harvesting the rest...
Game warden gets dose of humility
November 10th, 2010
One summer we managed a guest ranch in the New Mexico mountains. Besides taking reservations, cleaning cabins and doing laundry, we had a string of dude horses. We took care of the horses and accom...
My turn: Pumpkin bread light and tasty
November 10th, 2010
Lonnie Berry of Portales recently brought something new to my attention: pumpkin cornbread. He said he got the recipe from a woman at church.
I tried it.
Pumpkin cornbread is easy to...
Hounds harriers move up in region rankings
November 10th, 2010
The Eastern New Mexico University men’s cross country team, which has not finished lower than second in any of its six meets this season, moved up one notch to fourth in this week’s S...
Seven Hounds will sit out opener
November 10th, 2010
PORTALES — Seven Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball players are suspended for Friday’s season-opener as punishment for participating in an unsanctioned spring league i...
Reader-submitted content: Speaker to discuss code talker at library
November 10th, 2010
In honor of Veterans’ Day and Native American Heritage Month, the Portales Public Library and the New Mexico Humanities Council are sponsoring an appearance by Judith Avila at the local libra...
Wednesday morning briefing: Vet's breakfast, a first kiss and birth of...
November 10th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Wednesday briefing.Free breakfast
Baxter-Curren Senior Center is hosting a free Veterans Day Breakfast.The eve...
Portales past: Nov. 10, 1955
November 10th, 2010
Nov. 10, 1955: The Portales Daily News: The senior class of Elida High School presented the play “Don’t Darken My Door” on Nov. 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the high school auditorium...
ENMU loss in OT tough to take
November 9th, 2010
Any loss can be hard to take. Eastern New Mexico University football coach Mark Ribaudo said Tuesday he’s still having trouble getting over the Greyhounds’ 43-40 Lone Star Conference No...
My turn: Grandson's birth emotional
November 9th, 2010
Less than three hours before my 43rd birthday last Wednesday, I became a grandma.
In witnessing my grandson, Giovanni’s birth, Scriptures came to mind, “Before I formed you in th...
Police blotter —Nov. 10
November 9th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls to Portales-area law enforcement, according to police reports:
Friday:
• About 10:55 p.m., officers went to the area of West Third Street...
ENMU briefs — Nov. 10
November 9th, 2010
Graduate student presents video game thesis
Graduate student Robin Haislett attended and presented her thesis on "The Video Game Final Fantasy VII and Feminist Themes" at the Internat...
Fishing report - Nov. 9
November 9th, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, NOV. 9, 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...
Commissioners look at closing Price Ranch Road
November 9th, 2010
At the Roosevelt County Commission meeting Tuesday commissioners:
• Appointed a road viewing committee to recommend whether Price Ranch Road should be closed. The road near Melrose Bomb...
Tuesday morning briefing: All-Staters and where were you when the ligh...
November 9th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Clovis All-Staters
Eight students from Marshall and Yucca middle schools have been named to the All-Sta...
Portales past: Nov. 9, 1942
November 9th, 2010
Nov. 9, 1942: The Portales Daily News: Portales businessmen and individuals were asked to join in the Share-Your-Typewriter program. This was the only way the government could secure them, a...
Aggies shoot 61 percent to roll past Hounds
November 8th, 2010
LAS CRUCES — Junior forward Troy Gillenwater led five New Mexico State players in double figures with 18 points Monday night as the Aggies raced past Eastern New Mexico University 98-72 in th...
Football pairings set for this week
November 8th, 2010
Six area high school football teams will be involved in playoffs this weekend while two, Farwell and Muleshoe, have earned byes in the first round of the Texas playoffs.
Four games are on ta...
ENMU, Dona Ana Community College sign articulation agreement
November 8th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University now has an open door for students from a Las Cruces community college.
ENMU President Steven Gamble and Dona Ana Community College President Margie Huerta signe...
Meetings watch: School board
November 8th, 2010
At the Portales Municipal Schools Board of Education meeting Monday the board:
• Approved a resolution proclaiming the school board election and Public Schools Capital Improvements Tax...
Nov. 9 — Elida news
November 8th, 2010
Students to honor vets
Elida students and staff will honor area veterans for their service to our country on Wednesday. A brief program followed by lunch will take place in the schoo...
Monday morning briefing: Food for prom, money answers and a Republican...
November 8th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.
Food for prom
The Portales High School junior class is hosting an evening of barbecue, games and a live auct...
Portales past: Nov. 8, 1955
November 8th, 2010
Nov. 8, 1955: The Portales Daily News: W.B. McAlister of Portales was appointed to serve on the board of directors of the Clovis Production Credit Association....
CCS to play Lake Arthur
November 7th, 2010
ROY — The top-ranked, unbeaten Clovis Christian Eagles will play at Lake Arthur at 1 p.m. Saturday in the 6-man state football championship.
The Panthers (8-3), seeded third in the six...
On the shelves — Nov. 7
November 7th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Susan Boyle: Dreams Can Come True” by Alice Montgomery takes an in-depth look at...
Portales past: Nov. 7, 1961
November 7th, 2010
Nov. 7, 1961: Portales News-Tribune: Roger Sowder, junior quarterback, was picked Ram of the Week for his performance in the Rams’ 20-6 win over Clayton last week....
Shoutouts — Nov. 7
November 6th, 2010
Lighthouse Mission
Come join the building team for the new Lighthouse Mission shelter.
You can help the Lighthouse Mission by donating materials and labor or discounted contrac...
Designer pillows featured on show
November 6th, 2010
Information on making headbands, designer pillows and lighting for special events will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
Designe...
Club notes — Nov. 7
November 6th, 2010
Encanto Garden Club
The October meeting of Encanto was called to order by president Helen Martinez. Cleo Duran read the Gardener’s Prayer and guest, Shirley Holtcamp was welcome...
Senior happenings — Nov. 7
November 6th, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: Daylight Savings time sets clocks back.
Mon...
School menus — Nov. 7
November 6th, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Chicken fingers, mashed potatoes and gravy, English peas, whole wheat rol...
Objects' value lies in the heart
November 6th, 2010
Where do you draw the line between what is truly an antique, and what is valuable simply because it has value to you? Maybe this line is easy, on some occasions, but there are times when it becom...
Technology making jobs obsolete
November 6th, 2010
I heard a quick sound bite on the radio the other day about jobs that have become obsolete and it got me to thinking about that.
I remember a day while I was still living at home when I told...
Volunteers teach tips at fishing clinic
November 6th, 2010
Children and adults learned from volunteers and state park rangers about water safety, how to make fishing lures and tying knots Saturday at Oasis State Park.
The 20th annual Kid’s Fis...
RiverHawks outlast Hounds in overtime
November 6th, 2010
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — Junior wide receiver Trey McVay caught a 30-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Kenny Davis on Northeastern State’s first play in overtime, giving the RiverHawks a 4...
Hounds 2nd, Zias 4th in LSC cross country
November 6th, 2010
ABILENE, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s cross country teams recorded the highest finishes in the programs history in Saturday’s Lone Star Conference meet, hosted by Abile...
My turn: Hurt by protesters' disregard
November 6th, 2010
While recently easing through the short-cycled yellow of the new traffic light in Portales, I heard surround-sound caterwauling. Anticipating bull-horned patrolmen, instead I was up-close-and-perso...
Church collecting gifts for Operation Christmas child
November 6th, 2010
Parkland Baptist Church in Clovis will be serving as a collection point for Operation Christmas Child, according to a news release.
Operation Christmas Child provides shoe boxes of gifts to...
Best lessons discovered on your own
November 6th, 2010
Jim told me a story of his youth. Of course, it could have happened yesterday knowing cowboys the way I do.
Jim was 12. His brothers were two years off, either way. Their dad sent the boys o...
Nov. 7 — Police blotter
November 6th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls handled by Portales-area law enforcement, according to police records:
Thursday
About 4:20 p.m., an officer spoke with a 38-year-old Por...
Martinez has won rewarding job
November 6th, 2010
I want to offer my congratulations to governor-elect Susana Martinez. As she will soon find out, being governor of New Mexico is one of the most demanding jobs anyone can have. But it is, by far, t...
Their view: Tax cuts should be for all or none
November 6th, 2010
Tax cuts should be for all or none
Conservative columnist Michelle Malkin reflected on the meaning of Tuesday’s elections in a recent report. Here’s a sampling of what she...
Republicans should begin with health care repeal
November 6th, 2010
President Barack Obama’s news conference Wednesday was curious, with him shifting from a partial understanding of what he finally acknowledged was a “shellacking” of his party to...
Nov. 7 — Weekly update
November 6th, 2010
Political sign taken down
A political sign in the state right-of-way on Second Street has been taken down.
The banner urged viewers to vote and said "Republican Party." It was...
Portales past: Nov. 6, 1942
November 6th, 2010
Nov. 6, 1942: The Portales Daily News: Plans were going forward for a blackout and simulated air raid Nov. 25, closing date for the November Drive, which the American Legion sponsored....
Friday prep football capsules — Nov. 6
November 5th, 2010
Farwell 35, Springlake-Earth 32
Records: Farwell 9-1 (4-0 District 3-1A Division II), Springlake-Earth 9-1 (3-1).
Difference: The Steers put 21 points on the boar...
Grant McGee: Medical marijuana not worth risks
November 5th, 2010
If you could use medical marijuana would you?
This was something that crossed my mind recently after the eye doctor told me I have glaucoma.
“Hey, if you have glaucoma that mean...
In search of ponies: Easy living comes at cost
November 5th, 2010
He wanted to be with us.
It was one of those bizarre instances that feeds theories — perhaps he sought refuge with us because of hunting season, or maybe he was a lost pet — but...
Two hospitalized after six-vehicle crash
November 5th, 2010
Traffic was snarled in south Clovis Friday afternoon for more than an hour after a pickup truck crashed into six other vehicles.
Police said the truck initially hit a curb at Prince and McDo...
No. 2 Mustangs outlast ENMU 3-2
November 5th, 2010
The Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team did something Friday it hadn’t done against Midwestern State in the equivalent of nearly eight matches. In fact, the Greyhounds did i...
Commissioners direct federal money to Cannon gate road
November 5th, 2010
Curry County Commissioners voted Tuesday to direct federal road money toward Cannon Air Force Base’s south gate instead of closing Curry Road R as previously planned.
Voting 3-2 &mda...
Commissioners discuss jail options
November 5th, 2010
Commissioner Bobby Sandoval asked the public for help and solutions after voters sent a “loud and clear” message on recent bond issues.
“Our constituents spoke and they are...
Prep football scoreboard — Nov. 5
November 5th, 2010
District 4-5A
Carlsbad 14, Clovis 13
District 4-3A
Ruidoso 27, Portales 26
6-man playoffs
Quarterfinals
Clovis Christian 62, Ho...
Friday morning briefing: Christmas kids, the mayor's ball and an old g...
November 5th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday morning briefing.
Christmas kids
Deadline is Nov. 16 to enter your daughter in the annual Roosevelt County Chamber of...
Portales past: Nov. 5, 1961
November 5th, 2010
Nov. 5, 1961: Portales News Tribune: Geology students from ENMU got a chance to work with honest-to-goodness mammoth remains at a discovery northeast of Portales. The find was being excavate...
Rambelles rally to beat Zias
November 4th, 2010
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Angelo State overcame a seven-point deficit in the third set to finish off Eastern New Mexico University 25-12, 25-19, 29-27 Thursday night in Lone Star Conference volle...
My turn: Halloween events unforgettable
November 4th, 2010
Last week was probably one of the most fun Halloween weeks I have ever had in Clovis and Portales. Preparing the event calendars for one of our local newspapers pays off, because I now know most ev...
Crying shows you care
November 4th, 2010
When Traci, my granddaughter, was small she said, “My mawmaw is a Christian because she cries a lot.” I guess crying is what I do best. To me a good cry is tears of love. I cry when my...
Prep football scoreboard — Nov. 5
November 4th, 2010
District 4-5A
Carlsbad 14, Clovis 13
District 4-3A
Ruidoso 27, Portales 26
6-man playoffs
Quarterfinals
Clovis Christian 62, Ho...
State election totals
November 4th, 2010
United States Representative District 1• Martin T. Heinrich (D) — 110,046• Jonathan L. Barela (R) — 103,207 United States Representativ...
Thursday morning briefing: We're talking water and a boy king
November 4th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Thursday briefing.Projects due
Science Fair Projects at Zia Elementary School are due Tuesday and judging will take...
Portales past: Nov. 4, 1961
November 4th, 2010
Nov. 4, 1961: House for Rent: One-bedroom furnished house, $27.50 at 112 N. Larado Ave. Inquire at 116 N. Larado, five blocks east, block block south of New Mexico Cafe....
Hounds hang tight with UNM until late
November 3rd, 2010
ALBUQUERQUE — In its second straight exhibition game against a Division I opponent, Eastern New Mexico started out strong but faded late to fall to the New Mexico Lobos 80-58 at the newly...
My turn: Recipe fitting for one
November 3rd, 2010
Cooking for one and not a leftover fan? Check this out.
My mother, Marianna, said her co-worker Denice talked about the meal she’d thrown together the night before. Mom tried the idea,...
Nov. 4 — ENMU briefs
November 3rd, 2010
• Jordan Kobritz, assistant professor of sport management, was recognized as a content reviewer for the recently published textbook, “Introduction to Sport Management: Theory and Practic...
Nov. 4 — Police blotter
November 3rd, 2010
Samplings of recent calls to Portales-area law enforcement, according to police records:
Sunday
About 3:15 a.m., a Portales Police officer met with a 24-year-old Portales woman...
Women have come long way
November 3rd, 2010
In our little country school we had basketball goals on a dirt lot, and girls and boys played together, choosing up teams. In fact, I don’t remember any discussions at all about boys and girl...
Supplies for soldiers sought
November 3rd, 2010
City Councilor Dianne Parker is collecting personal supplies for soldiers deployed to Afghanistan.
Parker said she’ll take donations at her office at Portales Municipal Schools Adminis...
Wednesday morning briefing: Wildcats band, test scores and a landslide
November 3rd, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.CHS Band show
The CHS marching band and colorguard is presenting their Grand Champion performance 6:3...
Martinez elected first female governor
November 3rd, 2010
ALBUQUERQUE — Republican Susana Martinez won the election Tuesday as governor of New Mexico, making history as the first Hispanic woman to become a state’s chief executive.
Marti...
Dodge wins District 63 race
November 3rd, 2010
New Mexico’s 63rd House District will stay in the hands of a Santa Rosa businessman.
George Dodge Jr. claimed the victory Tuesday night. He will replace Santa Rosa Mayor Joe Campos, w...
Voters pass Bonds A, B, C
November 2nd, 2010
Voters approved three of the four bonds created by the 2010 Capital Projects General Obligation Bond Act Tuesday.
Bonds A, B and C passed and Bond D was...
King wins attorney general race
November 2nd, 2010
Gary King never thought victory would come easy. But he said the spoils had to be short.
“I feel like it was a good, hard battle,” King said after defeating 9th Judicial Distric...
Lyons retains District 2 PRC seat
November 2nd, 2010
Patrick Lyons has secured another four years in state government.
The former state senator and current land commissioner handily won his race for District 2 of the Public Regulation Commiss...
Goodrich, Connelly win hospital board seats
November 2nd, 2010
Roosevelt County voters elected Irma Lorraine Goodrich and Steven Connelly Tuesday to the Roosevelt General Hospital Board.
Goodrich won the District 1 seat previously held by Lydia Ornelas,...
Zias roll past Highlands in home finale
November 2nd, 2010
Junior middle blocker Kristen Beck had 17 kills and sophomore outside hitter Amber Durand had 16 kills and nine digs Tuesday night as Eastern New Mexico University closed the home portion of its vo...
Short wins magistrate judge seat
November 2nd, 2010
Republican Linda J. Short won the Roosevelt County magistrate judge position Tuesday with almost 77 percent of votes.
Her opponent, Democrat James “Jim” W. Lee, had 1,018 of the...
Duran to be next NM secretary of state
November 2nd, 2010
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico’s voters have decided to get rid of embattled Secretary of State Mary Herrera.
The Democrat has been hampered by allegations of misconduct throughout her...
Lujan wins 3rd Congressional District
November 2nd, 2010
ALBUQUERQUE — Republican Steve Pearce reclaimed his old job on Tuesday, beating incumbent Democratic Rep. Harry Teague to win back the U.S. House seat he relinquished two years ago as the rep...
General election results
November 2nd, 2010
Roosevelt County
United States RepresentativeDistrict 3...
Meetings watch: City council
November 2nd, 2010
At Portales City Council Tuesday:
Mayor Pro-Tem Michael Miller announced his resignation effective immediately through a letter read by Mayor Sharon King. Miller said he was purchasing a hom...
Portales woman arrested for child abuse
November 2nd, 2010
A 42-year-old Portales woman has been arrested on charges of abusing her 11-year-old son.
Rhonda Gorrell is charged with a second offense of abuse of a child, a second-degree felony.
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Glance at top NM races
November 2nd, 2010
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U.S. House District 1
0 of 462 precincts - 0 percent
Martin Heinrich, Dem (i) 55,144 - 50 percent
Jonathan Barela, GOP 54,381 - 50 percent
Glance at state bond elections
November 2nd, 2010
Bond A - Senior Citizens Facility Improvements
542 of 1,457 precincts - 37 percent
Yes, 159,221 - 53 percent
No, 141,879 - 47 percent
Bond B...
Their turn: Lifestyles section needs better stories
November 2nd, 2010
Portales’ Chris Harrell offers this critique of the Portales News-Tribune in his letter to the editor:
It was refreshing to read Sharna Johnson’s interesting...
Landlines, phonebooks failproof
November 2nd, 2010
Of all of the messages I hate to see on my phone, the worst one comes from … the phone itself.
The weekend was rough on me, even before we consider the Texas Rangers ballclub I’...
Health care remains top priority
November 2nd, 2010
Dr. George Peach Taylor Jr., says he doesn’t yet know if President Obama’s defense budget for fiscal 2012 will propose higher TRICARE fees for military retirees or any other beneficiary...
Government wants to track you online
November 2nd, 2010
The Internet is developing so rapidly that users typically discover only after the fact that their privacy was invaded or their private online activities were revealed to strangers.
Safegu...
Fishing report - Nov. 2
November 2nd, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, NOV. 2, 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 informat...
Portales past: Nov. 2, 1942
November 2nd, 2010
Nov. 2, 1942: An important notice read: All institutions and industries have to apply to the Rationing Board for their sugar rationing before Nov. 5....
Portales past: Nov. 1, 1955
November 2nd, 2010
Nov. 1, 1955: College students interested in taking the Selective Service Qualification Test had until midnight that day to submit application, said Henry Hahn, instructor of psychology....
Tuesday morning briefing: Election day, video games and a Spruce Goose
November 2nd, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Election day
A reminder that today is election day.
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Area small-school teams earn playoff berths
November 1st, 2010
Three area small-school football teams were awarded postseason berths by the NMAA over the weekend, but all will have to wait a week to get into action.
In Class 2A, the Texico Wolverines (5...
City employee reports park tables vandalized
November 1st, 2010
Someone vandalized three picnic tables at Lindsey Park over the weekend, a City of Portales Parks Department employee said.
Groundskeeper Tony Flores, who also lives near the park, said the...
Elida school news — Nov. 2
November 1st, 2010
• Monday: District volleyball
• Tuesday: District volleyball
• Wednesday: District volleyball
• Thursday: District volleyball
Dora school news — Nov. 2
November 1st, 2010
November menu calendars are available in the school office.
School is in session on Veterans Day.
Also, although students are usually off on Friday, we will have a five-day school wee...
Portales man convicted of receiving stolen property
November 1st, 2010
A 63-year-old Portales man was convicted by a jury Friday of receiving property stolen from the city of Clovis.
Thomas Campbell faces three years in prison and a maximum fine of $5,000 on a...
Hounds, Zias suffer shutout losses
November 1st, 2010
SAN ANTONIO — On the first day of October, the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team played Incarnate Word to a 2-2 Lone Star Conference tie at the ENMU pitch in a battle of n...
Monday morning briefing: A biker benefit and a big explosion
November 1st, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.College meeting
The Clovis Community College board of trustees will be holding their monthly meeting 8 a...
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