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Archive For December 2012
Holiday Closures — Jan. 1
December 31st, 2012
The following businesses will be closed today in observance of New Years Day:American Heritage BankBank of AmericaBank of ClovisCannon Federal Credit Un...
Counterfeit bills flood area
December 31st, 2012
Portales police are investigating what Chief C. Douglas Jones referred to as a serious counterfeiting ring in the area. Police have received about 16 reports of counterfeit money received by...
Midwestern State routs Hounds
December 31st, 2012
It was a game of runs, and one where Eastern New Mexico University’s men were run off their own court.Midwestern State opened the game with a 9-0 blitz, held off Greyhounds comebacks w...
Zias upend Mustangs
December 31st, 2012
If the Eastern New Mexico University women’s basketball team was discouraged by its 0-10 start, the Zias aren’t acting like it.A blowout win over BYU-Hawaii to cap a three-day, r...
Democratic officials: Fiscal ’cliff’ deal reached (Updated)
December 31st, 2012
WASHINGTON — Racing the clock, the White House reached a New Year’s Eve accord with Senate Republicans late Monday to neutralize across-the-board tax increases and spending cuts i...
Year in Review — National recall targeted Sunland
December 31st, 2012
Editor’s note: This fifth and final story in a series on the top news stories in the PNT coverage area in 2012.At the end of August, at a luncheon in Albuquerque, Sunland Peanuts of Po...
Police Blotter — Jan. 1
December 31st, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Saturday12:17 a.m.: Caller requested ambulance assistance, 100...
Events Calendar — Jan. 1
December 31st, 2012
TodayZamora Team Roping — 9:30 a.m., Curry County Events Center.Information: 505-469-4388.
My Turn — Some hopes are attainable
December 31st, 2012
Here we go. The clean page. The fresh start. Oh sure, we get that chance each and every day, but we all know that there’s something special about a new calendar year. We’re...
Police: Tucumcari city commissioner dies from gunshot wound
December 30th, 2012
New Mexico State Police are investigating the shooting death of Tucumcari City Commissioner Daniel Lopez.
Community Calendar — Dec. 30
December 29th, 2012
The Portales News-Tribune offers this space for community events. To submit or change an announcement, contact the Editorial Department at 356-4481 several days in advance. For Sunday&rsquo...
Creative Living: Quick, easy recipes featured on show
December 29th, 2012
Information on preparing quick and easy recipes and designing and fitting strapless gowns will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times ar...
Senior happenings — Dec. 30
December 29th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at La Casa Senior CenterMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los Abuelitos, PortalesTuesday...
On the shelves — Dec. 30
December 29th, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"Russell Lee's FSA Photographs of Chamisal and Peñasco, New Mexico" by William Wroth was given by Encanto...
‘Smart’ devices mystifying
December 29th, 2012
This will no doubt go down in family history as the "Get Smart" Christmas.No, it had nothing to do with Don Adams as Agent 86 Maxwell Smart. Though it did have a little in common with hi...
Holidays can bring out best, worst in people
December 29th, 2012
T he season between Thanksgiving and Epiphany, which roughly defines the holiday season, seems to bring out both the best and the worst. Needless to say, I'm not writing of the shopping mall in...
Our people: Goody two shoes
December 29th, 2012
Jamie Rose started collecting exotic shoes about two years ago.
Rams beat Littlefield for third place
December 29th, 2012
LITTLEFIELD — After a busy early-season schedule, the Portales Rams are about to get a little rest.Junior Zach Campbell scored off an inbounds play with three seconds left Saturday nig...
ENMU basketball squads return to action
December 29th, 2012
Andrew Helton would certainly like to have a better record than 5-6 at this point in the season, but he says it's all relative.
Area road closure information — Dec. 30
December 29th, 2012
Area road constructionCurry County continues to patch potholes on roads throughout the county. Please, be aware of workers and posted speed limit signs.
Technology has pampered our progress
December 29th, 2012
Grandpa Tommy was reminiscing, “It's a shame everybody couldn't go through the Great Depression. I know what he meant. I think. He didn't mean it like “It's a shame ev...
Holiday Closures — Dec. 30
December 29th, 2012
The following businesses will be closed Jan. 1 in observance of New Years Day:American Heritage BankBank of AmericaBank of Clovis
Events Calendar — Dec. 30
December 29th, 2012
TodayZamora Team Roping — 9:30 a.m., Curry County Events Center. #11 World Series qualifier, #10 World Series qualifier,...
My Turn — Resolve must be strong in 2013
December 29th, 2012
This year I am determined to keep all 10 New Year’s resolutions.Last year I only kept three: Not bad for a batting average, but not stellar when the ones kept were exercising five more...
Year in Review — Prayer divided city
December 29th, 2012
Editor’s note: This is one of a series on top stories in the PNT coverage area in 2012. In mid-September, Portales' city leagues Sports Director Mike Doerr told the Portal...
Year in Review — Police faced setbacks
December 29th, 2012
Editor’s note: This is one of a series on top stories in the PNT coverage area in 2012. To say that 2012 was a bit of a rough year for the Portales Police Department would...
Their view: Senate should pass House proposal to avoid fiscal cliff
December 29th, 2012
Americans for Limited Government President Bill Wilson issued the following statement urging the Senate to act on legislation that would avert the fiscal cliff of tax increases on...
Editorial: Real ID Act step down slippery slope
December 29th, 2012
You wait in line, oftentimes for hours, at the New Mexico Department of Motor Vehicles office to obtain a driver's license.After all, it's the state's exclusive business to ensure that yo...
Local charities use gifts efficiently
December 29th, 2012
One day remains to make a charitable gift that benefits others, make you feel good for your actions, and allows you to take a tax deduction for 2012.A new tax year starts Tuesday.When...
Hounds, Zias return from holiday break
December 29th, 2012
Andrew Helton would certainly like to have a better record than 5-6 at this point in the season, but he says it’s all relative.“We’re better than our team was a year ago, a...
Lady Cats make short work of another foe
December 28th, 2012
Clovis High’s girls continued to cruise in the Plateau Wireless Holiday Classic at Rock Staubus Gym. They may get a stiff test in tonight's championship game.Much as they had Thursday...
Roswell holds off Lady Rams in title game
December 28th, 2012
ROSWELL — Despite three potential game-winning shot attempts in the final 10 seconds, the Portales Lady Rams fell to Roswell High 32-31 Friday in the championship game of the Roswell Goddard...
Denver City pulls away from Rams late
December 28th, 2012
LITTLEFIELD — Portales’ fourth-quarter magic in the Wildcat Classic ran out Friday against Denver City.With the help of a 13-for-16 effort at the free-throw line, the Mustangs pu...
Making a fresh start
December 28th, 2012
With a new year arriving, Clovis and Portales residents are preparing to rid themselves of bad habits or committing themselves to projects, ideas or people.
Trent Internationale reaches boys final; Gallup in girls
December 28th, 2012
Sugar Land, Texas-based Trent Internationale advanced to the finals of the boys Southwest Dairy Farmers Classic on Friday at Rock Staubus Gym by beating El Paso Cathedral 59-49.Senior guard...
McGee: Time to get to know new neighbors
December 28th, 2012
I was taking my trash out to the alley trash bin only to discover it was full. So I walked to another trash bin past one of the rent houses in the neighborhood, realizing that I had no idea who liv...
In search of ponies: Pet obesity likely human's fault
December 28th, 2012
Mmm... Cheese balls, cookies, dips, turkey, smooth, creamy gravy, stuffing and potatoes, and let's not forget that fruit cake, dense and rich enough to sustain a small country for a couple weeks.....
Year in Review — Siblings' deaths rocked town
December 27th, 2012
Editor’s note: This is the second of a five-part series on the top stories in the PNT coverage area in 2012. The death of the Anthony brothers of Elida is No. 4 on the PNT&rs...
Rams win pair in first day of Littlefield tournament
December 27th, 2012
LITTLEFIELD — The Portales Rams used big fourth quarters Thursday to win twice and advance to the semifinals in Littlefield’s Wildcat Classic basketball tournament.Portales stret...
The world is waiting for you
December 27th, 2012
We have a brand New Year before us. 2013 comes just waiting to be lived. Living it with hope and promise makes it all the more exciting. Let me encourage you to “happen to life&rd...
Police Blotter — Dec. 28
December 27th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Wednesday10:42 a.m.: Caller requested an ambulance for an ill female, 1100...
Events Calendar — Dec. 28
December 27th, 2012
Today Zamora Team Roping — 6 p.m., Curry County Events Center. Open.Information: 505-469-4388.
My Turn — No fun like game night
December 27th, 2012
It may be sad or it may be just funny that as an adult person, the highlight of my week was playing Hungry Hungry Hippos and doing word search puzzles with a 6-year-old.The one day I had off...
Crews work together to fix storm-whitened winter roads
December 27th, 2012
Before most drivers take a deep breath and steer their vehicles onto storm-whitened winter roads for the morning commute, a small army of public employees have been there first, usually, to make th...
Lady Rams advance to tourney finals
December 27th, 2012
ROSWELL — Style points weren’t in abundance, but the Portales Lady Rams did enough right to advance to Friday’s finals of the Roswell Goddard Holiday Classic. Freshman Kamb...
Fiscal cliff no-win
situation for Republicans
Fiscal c...
December 27th, 2012
MONA CHAREN compared Santa Claus to Democrats and Republicans to God in a recent column. Here’s a snippet:Who wants a fantastic job? Unemployment is high, so there oug...
Euphemisms don’t change ethics
December 27th, 2012
Following libertarian principles is inseparable from being a decent human being. Even kindergartners are taught the libertarian principles: Don’t start a fight by throwing...
Homeowners insurance rates need curbing
December 27th, 2012
If the Texas Legislature needed more motivation to finally act on excessively high homeowners insurance rates, it came this month. The National Association of Insurance Commissio...
Forecast: Expect dry and warm, again
December 26th, 2012
Warmer and drier — again. That’s the forecast for eastern New Mexico’s winter of 2012-2013, courtesy of the National Weather Service’s Albuquerque office.
Lady Rams beat Los Alamos in tourney opener
December 26th, 2012
ROSWELL — The Portales Lady Rams advanced to the semifinals of an eight-team holiday tournament being hosted by Roswell Goddard on Thursday with a 57-52 victory over Los Alamos.The Lad...
Police Blotter — Dec. 27
December 26th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Sunday12:15 a.m.: Call in reference to shoplifting, 1600 block of East Spru...
Events Calendar — Dec. 27
December 26th, 2012
TodayPotluck — noon, Portales Senior Center. $4 per person or bring a side dish.Information: 356-8741.
My Turn — My nomination for best gift
December 26th, 2012
Here’s my nomination for best gift this holiday season.Joe and Carol Fletcher (he teaches history and art at Dora High School, and she’s a budget analyst at ENMU) hosted 16 membe...
Lujan left mark on New Mexico
December 25th, 2012
Few New Mexico legislators have left a more significant legacy of service than the late New Mexico House Speaker Ben Lujan, who died last week after a three-year battle with lung cancer. He was 77....
TRICARE co-pay hikes coming
December 25th, 2012
House-Senate conferees have agreed to the more modest House-passed plan for raising drug co-payments on military family members and retirees who fill prescriptions at TRICARE retail outlets or thro...
Police blotter: Dec. 25, 2012
December 25th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Friday• 4:31 p.m.: Caller reported an auto burglary, 1700 block of South Globe.&...
No more snow expected for week
December 25th, 2012
Clovis and Portales residents woke to a white Christmas Tuesday morning as the area was sprinkled in less than one inch of snow overnight. Snowfall at the Clovis Municipal Airport began arou...
Past Christmas looks better in hindsight
December 25th, 2012
There’s nothing like a Christmas Day NBA broadcast to make me feel a little reminiscent, even as I cringe at the “back in time” ads:• I really hope if Blake Griffin fi...
Impact of deadly accident 40 years ago still lingers
December 25th, 2012
Gary Collins, 17, carried the lifeless body of his 14-year-old sister off the bus and placed her on the side of the road.“I’m so sorry I can’t help you,” he was heard...
Area could get white Christmas
December 24th, 2012
Depending on what part of eastern New Mexico you’re in, your chances of a white Christmas range from a roll of the dice to a coin flip.A storm was expected to move through northern New...
Events Calendar — Dec. 25
December 24th, 2012
Today Christmas Dinner — 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Everyone welcome to attend. Lighthouse Mission. Information: 762-1933.
My Turn — Portales full of love
December 24th, 2012
We're putting away the old calendars and opening up new ones. As we wrap up the year, I'd like to spend a little time praising our community. Once again, we've stayed together throu...
Portales families practice holiday traditions
December 24th, 2012
It was the afternoon before Christmas and all through the house, there was fun and noise that could never be mistaken for a mouse.Marnee Stratton sat at her dining room table, playing the ca...
Empty Stocking Fund surpasses goal
December 24th, 2012
A smattering of large donations has helped lead to another passed goal for the Salvation Army this Christmas season.Monday totals show the charity is ahead of last year’s numbers for b...
Rams cruise past Santa Rosa
December 22nd, 2012
Zach Blaeser was definitely feeling it early.So were his Portales High teammates.
Lady Dons edge PHS in final seconds
December 22nd, 2012
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Playing their second game in less than 24 hours, the Portales Lady Rams came up a bit short on Saturday.West Las Vegas scored the go-ahead basket with about 20 second...
Portales gets brighter
December 22nd, 2012
The days may get shorter in December, but Portales hasn’t seen brighter nights.Local community members take pride in lighting the town, driven by the Christmas spirit to decorate their...
On the shelves — Dec. 23
December 22nd, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"One Shot at Forever: A Small Town, an Unlikely Coach, and a Magical Baseball Season" by Chris Ba...
Creative Living: Fringe flower making tips featured on show
December 22nd, 2012
Information on making fringe flowers with an embroidery machine, using fabric flowers for brooches, headbands and more, and making easy handmade gifts will be the featured topics on "Creative Li...
Club notes — Dec. 23
December 22nd, 2012
Fairfield Extension ClubFairfield Extension Club meeting was called to order by President Martha Watkins at Cheyenne Meadows Nov. 9. Thanksgiving lunch was served by 12 members and one gue...
Senior happenings — Dec. 23
December 22nd, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisMonday: Closed for holiday.Tuesday: Closed for holiday.Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. indoor exercise...
Weddings — Dec. 23
December 22nd, 2012
WhitakerFalon Lee Pettigrew of Clovis and Troy Lynn Whitaker of Amarillo were joined in marriage Sept. 29 in Grady. The Rev. Brian Townsend performed the ceremony.
Christmas God’s answer to tragedy
December 22nd, 2012
It's almost impossible to wrap one's mind around the tragedy that took place in Connecticut several weeks ago, or the mall shooting which preceded that event by only a few days. It seems doubly...
Quips help holiday mood
December 22nd, 2012
Christmas is a time to be jolly with lots of holly by gosh by golly.What could put us all in a more festive mood than these funny Christmas ponderings I've read or heard recently.&...
Pastor offers take on recent tragedy
December 22nd, 2012
As a teen in the mid-1950s I began to develop the vague notion there may be more to life than hotrods and Friday nights at the drive-in. The revelation was, as we said back then, a real drag, daddy...
Editorial: Ruling victory for advocates of open records
December 22nd, 2012
N ew Mexicans have friends in the state's judicial system who understand afundamental truth about how best to serve the public trust.Those friends sit on the New Mexico Court of App...
Events Calendar — Dec. 23
December 22nd, 2012
TodayPortales Traditional Jam — 2-5 p.m. Wesley Foundation, 1417 S. Ave. K, old time, bluegrass, Celtic music. All instr...
NM farmers encouraged to participate in census
December 22nd, 2012
Agricultural leaders and a New Mexico state representative are encouraging farmers and ranchers across eastern New Mexico to participate in the national 2012 Agricultural Census being conducted by...
Road closure information — Dec. 23
December 22nd, 2012
Area road construction and closure information for this week:Curry CountyCurry County continues to patch potholes on ro...
Merry Christmas, God bless ya’ll
December 22nd, 2012
We started out the year in Pasadena riding in the Rose Parade as part of RFD-TV's 100 Palominos entry. I came home with flowers in my hair! It was one of five speaking programs I did (out of 65 in...
Holiday closings — Dec. 23
December 22nd, 2012
The following businesses, schools and government agencies in Portales will be closed Monday and Tuesday for the Christmas holiday: City of Portales offices
Police Blotter — Dec. 23
December 22nd, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Thursday9:45 a.m.: Caller requested a case number, 400 block of North...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 23
December 22nd, 2012
Today’s focus: Family VHousehold members: 3 Children: 2Special circumstan...
My Turn — I wear medium, but not polyester
December 22nd, 2012
My Christmas newsletter:I am so blessed to live in the flattest place on Earth. When my dog ran away, I watched him for three days until he became entangled in tumbleweeds. When I pick...
Lighthouse Mission stages Kids Auction
December 22nd, 2012
A walk through a west Clovis neighborhood on Saturday turned into an early visit from Santa Claus for Billy Jo Facio and her children. While walking, Facio discovered the Kids Auction...
Empty stocking fund: Family W2
December 21st, 2012
Today's focus: Family W2Household members: 5Children: 4Special circumstances: This family has a single moth...
Letters to Santa Claus
December 21st, 2012
Editor's Note: One of the best things about Christmas are the many children's letters to Santa sent to us by the kids or forwarded to us by the U.S. Postal Service for sharing wi...
Feds allow Sunland to resume operations
December 21st, 2012
Sunland President Jimmie Shearer calls Friday's deal with federal regulators to resume some operations next week a Christmas gift.
Friday area prep summaries — Dec. 21
December 21st, 2012
BoysFarwell 63, Lockney 50Farwell (12-2) — Colton Morris 20, Austin Mason 12, Ruben Gutierrez 9, Kurt Lankford 7, J.J. Herrera...
Cats pull away after half, beat Portales
December 21st, 2012
After spending the first three weeks on the road in a season full of road trips, the Clovis Wildcats had a home opener that would make them tough to beat on any court in the state.That kind...
Lady Cats hand Canyon first setback
December 21st, 2012
Clovis High’s girls left no doubt they can play with quality teams Friday night.Sophomore guard Danni Williams posted her sixth 20-point outing of the season and the Lady Wildcats made...
McGee: Old age catching me by surprise
December 21st, 2012
It was a typical Saturday afternoon at The Stucco Hacienda. I woke up from a nice long nap and noticed my toes were stiff. It was a new, weird feeling."You know," I said to The Lady of the...
Rumors lead to extra security at local schools
December 21st, 2012
Schools in Clovis and Portales saw extra police presence Friday after rumors posted on Facebook and other social media spawned concern about possible shootings.Clovis Police Chief Steve Sand...
In search of ponies: Doomsday prophecies laden with animals
December 21st, 2012
If you're reading this, it's safe to say it didn't happen.And it's OK to admit you smiled a little when you woke up this morning — be it a sarcastic smirk because you never believe...
Deal reached to reopen NM peanut butter plant
December 21st, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — A troubled New Mexico peanut butter plant that had its licensed yanked after being linked to a widespread salmonella outbreak reached a deal Friday to resume some operations the...
Letters to the editor: Clean energy key to our future
December 20th, 2012
The Dec. 11 newspaper had an informative article about lawmakers pushing for an extension to wind energy tax credits.Our two senators and one representative, Ben Lujan, are for the extension...
Self defense prevents massacres
December 20th, 2012
Mass murders. Who commits them? Where do they happen? How can they be prevented? How can they be stopped when prevention fails?These seem to be the only reasonable questions to ask in the...
Editorial: Education best way to curb teen birth rates
December 20th, 2012
On paper, New Mexico has a serious teen pregnancy problem.The state has the second-highest teen birthrate in the nation, at 53 per 1,000 teens ages 15 to 19. (The national average is 34.2.)...
Buffs, Broncos split in Floyd
December 20th, 2012
FLOYD — Tabitha Ornelas scored 21 points to lead three in double figures, as Floyd took over in the second half for a 65-43 victory over Melrose.Floyd (8-2), which also got 14 from Tes...
Volunteers trade bibles for experiences
December 20th, 2012
WT Whitecotton’s volunteerism at the Bee Hive Homes of Portales allows him to trade Bible scripture lessons to senior citizens for knowledge on life. Whitecotton, a junior at Floyd Hig...
Clovis gun sales jump in response to school shooting
December 20th, 2012
Gun shop sales have increased sharply in the Clovis area in response to events surrounding the Newtown, Conn., school shooting tragedy, local gun shop owners say.Just this week, owners said,...
Police Blotter — Dec. 21
December 20th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday11:49 a.m.: Caller reported a tree was blown on to th...
Empty stocking funds — Dec. 21
December 20th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family R2 Household members: 4Children: 2Special circ...
Events Calendar — Dec. 21
December 20th, 2012
SaturdayKids Auction — 10:30 a.m., Lighthouse Mission, 407 L. Casillas Blvd, Clovis. Free for children. Lots of toys. In...
My Turn — Christmas brings wonders, special music
December 20th, 2012
Christmas is in the air everywhere right now with special editions of “White Christmas” and “It’s a Wonderful Life” on sale in stores and classic Christmas tunes on th...
Local committee can proceed
December 20th, 2012
A local committee created to bridge the relationship between Cannon Air Force Base and surrounding land owners is ready to exercise recommendations from their study.The Joint Land Use...
City may get lobbyist
December 20th, 2012
The City of Portales is just a few steps closer to having a lobbyist represent them and the needs of its people.After much discussion, the Portales City Council agreed that hiring a lobbyist...
New Mexico fishing report: Dec. 20
December 19th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encou...
Zias notch first win of season
December 19th, 2012
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — In a season where few things has come easy, Eastern New Mexico’s first win of the season did.The Zias jumped out to a 10-2 lead and never trailed Wednesd...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 20
December 19th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family P2Household members: 5Children: 3Special circumstan...
Meetings Watch — RGH District
December 19th, 2012
The Board of Trustees of Roosevelt County Special Hospital District met in regular session Tuesday in the conference room at the hospital. Eva Stevens, chief fina...
Local Brief — Eastern NM faces warm weather
December 19th, 2012
Warmer and drier — again. That's the forecast for eastern New Mexico's winter, courtesy of the National Weather Service's Albuquerque office. "On average," said...
Police Blotter — Dec. 20
December 19th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs: Tuesday1 p.m.: Call in reference to a stray kitten that...
Setting it straight — Dec. 20
December 19th, 2012
The Portales News-Tribune printed incorrect information in its Wednesday edition. The following candidates filed Tuesday for school board seats in Roosevelt County:
My Turn — Kindness begins with a gentle word
December 19th, 2012
Words weave tales, paint pictures, express love, make us laugh, and make us cry.Even in a week too unspeakable for words, it is to words we turn.A few words, carefully chosen, can be...
High winds invade area
December 19th, 2012
As most people in Curry and Roosevelt counties tried to avoid blowing away, the wind proved to be a more than a nuisance Wednesday. Daniel Gleaton, Clovis’ First Baptist Church youth p...
Q&A — Airman dreams of home
December 19th, 2012
Christmas is supposed to be a joyous time of year, but often times it’s hard to celebrate when your family and friends aren’t physically with you.Many airmen stationed at Cannon...
House speaker Lujan succumbs to cancer
December 19th, 2012
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — House Speaker Ben Lujan, one of the most powerful and longest serving state legislators in New Mexico history and the father of U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Lujan, died late Tuesda...
BYU pulls away to beat Hounds
December 18th, 2012
PROVO, Utah — When a Division II basketball team ventures into a 20,000-plus arena to take on the likes of Brigham Young, it's usually not a matter of if but when the home team will open up...
Lady Rams turn back Lubbock Christian
December 18th, 2012
For the Portales Lady Rams, it was a brief respite at home.
Zias falter in second half against Anchorage
December 18th, 2012
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Eastern New Mexico University’s women fell behind 10-0 and 17-4, then battled back to make a game of it for a while against host Alaska-Anchorage’s AT&T Ho...
Letter to the editor: Massacre shows nation lost connection with Creat...
December 18th, 2012
U.S. "massacre events" since 1966 total 36 and nearly 350 murders — a profile of a nation that has lost its soul and its connection with its Creator!This is reflected not only in the...
Officials split over fee
December 18th, 2012
In about three months, Portales residents will be able pay their utility bills online, but the decision to attach a $2 convenience fee with that service left Portales City councilors in deadlock, t...
Business Feature: Roosevelt Brewing brings beer, food to Portales
December 18th, 2012
A recently opened city microbrewery has injected a new flavor and livelihood to the downtown area.Clovis native and beer enthusiast Justin Cole, owner of Roosevelt Brewing, said his first we...
Police Blotter — Dec. 19
December 18th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Sunday2:11 a.m.: Caller reported criminal damage to a home, 30...
Portales School Board candidates
December 18th, 2012
The following candidates filed today for school board seats in Roosevelt County. The election is Feb. 5PortalesPos...
Local Brief — Police investigate alleged robbery
December 18th, 2012
Police are investigating a report of an armed robbery that occurred around 11:57 p.m. Monday at 713 W. First St., according to Portales Police Chief C. Douglas Jones. According to Jones, an...
My Turn — Christmas family time
December 18th, 2012
I wouldn’t have left home to come to Portales if I wasn’t serious about my writing. It has been nearly a year since I’ve been home and I wouldn’t say I’m worn down but...
Editorial: Limiting liberty not an answer to shooting
December 18th, 2012
Our nation is reeling from another unfathomable shooting tragedy and is searching for ways to prevent it from happening again."It," of course, is the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre...
Reactions to shooting scattered
December 18th, 2012
This is more rambling than most of my ramblings, so please forgive me. But Friday's shootings in Newtown have left me unable to keep a straight thought. I can't imagine how it is for parents, and...
More rambling than rambling
December 18th, 2012
This is more rambling than most of my ramblings, so please forgive me. But Friday’s shootings in Newtown have left me unable to keep a straight thought. I can’t imagine how it is for pa...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 19
December 18th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family O Household members: 4 Children: 3Special circ...
Events Calendar — Dec. 19
December 18th, 2012
Today Preschool Storytime — 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library. Jingle All the Way for grades K-6th. Information:...
News release: Cannon’s next commander announced
December 18th, 2012
Air Force Special Operations Command officially released the 2012 Air Force Command Screening list, Dec. 14.Among the nearly 400 senior leader assignments revealed, the list named the Cannon...
Spreading holiday cheer
December 17th, 2012
Lois Folkner has tales of her travels for days, so every time visitors stop by the Bee Hive Homes, she sees it as an opportunity for her to share.Folkner was thrilled to see some fresh faces...
ENMU men's basketball capsule — Dec. 18
December 17th, 2012
ENMU (5-5) at Brigham Young (7-3)When: 7 p.m. today at Provo, UtahRadio: KSL-AM 1...
Zias drop opener in Alaska event
December 17th, 2012
ANCHORAGE, Alaska — Senior guard Tesondra Williams scored 24 points Monday night to lead Cal State Los Angeles to an 86-49 victory over Eastern New Mexico University’s women in the open...
Police Blotter — Dec. 18
December 17th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Friday2:19 a.m.: Call in reference to an unattended death, 700...
City gathering greeting cards for shooting victims
December 17th, 2012
Portales’ mayor has taken to social media to reach the families of the victims and residents of Newtown, Conn. Mayor Sharon King announced on her Facebook page Monday that...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 18
December 17th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family M3Household members: 3 Children: 1 under 13Special...
Events Calendar — Dec. 18
December 17th, 2012
Today Roosevelt County Commission Meeting — 9 a.m., Commission room, Roosevelt County Courthouse.Information...
My Turn — Word origins always interesting
December 17th, 2012
I love words. Love to know their origins, how they’ve changed through the centuries, which ones are identical or similar in other languages. Take the word “holiday.” It’s Ol...
Public assistance aid limits needed in New Mexico
December 17th, 2012
When the Legislature convenes in January, there are activists who will argue that not allowing recipients of public assistance to make purchases or get cash back on their benefits at nudie bars, li...
Constitution ultimate authority
December 17th, 2012
Are you among those torn between feeling you should support the government, and knowing it does wrong? Should you “render unto Caesar” anything that he, in his...
Saturday area prep basketball — Dec. 15
December 15th, 2012
TournamentsMel Otero InviteGirlsAt Rio Rancho
Zias bring back assistant Poyer to lead volleyball squad
December 15th, 2012
Sia Poyer is returning to Eastern New Mexico University.Poyer was named ENMU’s new volleyball coach on Saturday, taking over for Mike Maguire, who stepped down at the end of the season...
ENMU women's basketball capsule: AT&T Classic
December 15th, 2012
What: AT &T Classic, a four-team, round-robin event hosted by Alaska-AnchorageWhen: Monday through Wednesday at Anchorage, AlaskaENMU schedule (A...
Ram girls fall to Las Cruces
December 15th, 2012
MORIARTY — The Portales Lady Rams came up just a bit short Saturday night.Senior Hannah Cissell hit a 3-point shot just before regulation expired to force overtime, but Las Cruces High...
No government regulations on moustaches
December 15th, 2012
Moustaches have become de rigueur in certain lifestyle choices; mountain men, Arctic explorers, Fu Man Chu-ists, carnival acts like the bearded lady and cowboy poets. As we know, if something becom...
Local Brief — Area road closure information
December 15th, 2012
Area road construction and closure information for this week:Curry CountyCurry County continues to patch potholes on roads throughout th...
My Turn — Ancestors would be proud of aspirations
December 15th, 2012
During holidays, I often visit my parents’ graves in Mt. Vernon, Texas.This Thanksgiving the cemetery trees were a billowing canvas of evergreens, crimson foliage and brittle branches....
Q&A: NM Senator Stuart Ingle
December 15th, 2012
It was a night of celebration for state Sen. Stuart Ingle Thursday, when New Mexico Senate Republicans voted to keep him as their minority floor leader in Santa Fe, a post he’s held for more...
Base housing privatization delayed
December 15th, 2012
A Cannon Air Force Base official attributes a further delay in housing privatization to “unforeseen changes in the financial markets.” Housing privatization on base was expe...
Constitution is ultimate authority
December 15th, 2012
Are you among those torn between feeling you should support the government, and knowing it does wrong?Should you “render unto Caesar” anything that he, in his modern incarnation,...
Balanced Rams gain first win
December 14th, 2012
Nathan Chavez didn’t appear to be “on” with his early shots off the bench Friday night.That changed in a hurry, though. After missing a couple of 3-pointers, the junior for...
Our people: Up to speed
December 14th, 2012
John Young has two loves, mini sprint car racing and basketball. He's also a straight-A student.
No trust in Mayan prophets
December 14th, 2012
Is the end near? Anyone know a Mayan philosopher we can ask?I don't know but pretty sure the world will probably continue after next Friday. Just in case I'm going to see if my wife will l...
School menus — Dec. 16
December 14th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Strawberry banana French toast. Lunch — Meat and cheese nachos, garden salad w/ranch, mini carrots, applesauce.Tuesday: Brea...
Book review — Dec. 16
December 14th, 2012
My Father's HouseI am Bobbie Bolton Burnett, a 1959 graduate of Clovis High School. My father, Clovis Bolton, was a minister in Clovis from 1952-1961. "My Father's House" is the story...
On the shelves — Dec. 16
December 14th, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"Georgia O'Keeffe and Her Houses: Ghost Ranch and Abiquiu" by Barbara Lynes was given by Elizabeth Fry in memory...
Creative Living: Selling on Craigslist featured on show
December 14th, 2012
Information on preparing furniture to sell on Craigslist, making cornice boards, and ways to make a frame with embellishments will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday...
Senior happenings — Dec. 16
December 14th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at La Casa Senior CenterMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los A...
Website offers Christmas perspective
December 14th, 2012
For those of you seeking a really radical approach to the Christmas holiday season this year, you might want to check out " The Advent Conspiracy."No, this is not an expose' of some plot...
Weather-related crash leaves one dead, two injured
December 14th, 2012
A 26-year-old Clovis man died and his wife and young daughter were injured Friday in what sheriff's investigators described as a weather-related crash west of Texico.Curry County Undersheri...
Wildcats outlast Manzano in OT
December 14th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — The Clovis Wildcats turned out to be just a little more resilient than Manzano Friday night, claiming a 53-51 overtime victory in a back-and-forth affair.Clovis (3-1) got...
Lady Rams cruise into semifinals
December 14th, 2012
MORIARTY — The Portales Lady Rams cruised for the second-straight night in the Alice King Tournament with Friday night’s win a 49-15 whipping of tournament host Moriarty.Shereya...
Empty stocking — Family L3
December 14th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family L3Household members: 5Children: 3Special circumstances: Husband works and wife i...
McGee: Dodge Demon sparks recollection of friend
December 14th, 2012
I saw a 1972 Dodge Demon the other day. It reminded me of an old high school friend, Mark Woolferd.Woolferd was more my buddy Catfish's friend than mine. On any given Saturday night during...
In search of ponies: Every day is Christmas for pets
December 14th, 2012
They have no idea, really.In fact, just a few days ago — when the dry kibble ran out and the bowls were topped off with canned food kept for just those types of emergencies — the...
Connecticut shooting resonates in area
December 14th, 2012
Yvette Nora’s hug for her son and second-grader Robert was a little longer, a little bit stronger in a scene repeated dozens of times Friday outside Barry Elementary School.Like many p...
Lady Rams cruise past Magdalena
December 13th, 2012
MORIARTY — The Portales Lady Rams continued their strong start to the season on Thursday, cruising past Magdalena 49-27 in a quarterfinal matchup of the Moriarty Invitational.Portales...
Thursday prep tournaments, summaries
December 13th, 2012
SummariesBoysGrady 69, Vaughn 30Vaughn (0-4) — Chri...
Walkin’ in a Winter Wonderland
December 13th, 2012
It was a flurry of Santas, snowmen and other Christmas memorabilia amidst the glare of thousands of Christmas lights at the Portales Senior Citizen Center’s Winter Wonderland Thursday....
Operation Santa Cop gives out gifts
December 13th, 2012
On a fixed income since 2008, Sharon Martinez and her husband worried about providing their daughters gifts this Christmas. Martinez said her daughters Destiny, Desirae and Angelina we...
United Way increases presence with new partnerships
December 13th, 2012
If you feel like you’ve seen United Way of Eastern New Mexico everywhere this fall, chances are you have.The United Way of Eastern New Mexico has strengthen its presence through campai...
Ingle to stay on as NM Republican minority floor leader
December 13th, 2012
New Mexico Senate Republicans have re-established their faith in Stuart Ingle when they voted to keep him as their minority floor leader Thursday in Santa Fe.The Portales farmer and rancher...
Christmas is the gift of love
December 13th, 2012
The gift of love is available to all of us and there is no finer gift!For many years the approaching holiday seasons for me turned into “tis the season to be stressful.” Cleaning...
Police Blotter — Dec. 14
December 13th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs: Wednesday11:45 a.m.: Call in reference to a narcotics vi...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 14
December 13th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family K Household members: 5 Children: 4Special circumsta...
Events Calendar — Dec. 14
December 13th, 2012
Today Winter Wonderland — 5 p.m.-9 p.m., Portales Senior Center.Information: 356-8741.Christm...
Local Brief — Grandparents ready for adoption
December 13th, 2012
Organizers of the Adopt a Grandparent program are asking residents and businesses in the community to help them with their event Sunday by “adopting” a grandparent at Heartland Continui...
My Turn — Winter Wonderland is holiday magic
December 13th, 2012
The smell of cookies drifted through the room as the words to “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” found their way to my ears as I walked through the magical Christmas se...
ENMU men's basketball capsule — Dec. 14
December 13th, 2012
What: ENMU (5-4) at Cal Poly (3-4)When: 7 p.m. today at San Luis Obispo, Calif.Previous meeting: The teams have never played. Cal Po...
Xcel asking for 14-percent rate increase
December 13th, 2012
By Thomas Garcia CMi staff writertgarcia@qcsunonline.comXcel Energy is citing increased energy demand as the reason for seeking a 14.4 percent increase in customer...
Fishing report — Dec. 13
December 13th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered...
Zias fall at Cameron
December 12th, 2012
LAWTON, Okla. — The Eastern New Mexico University Zias got off to good start in search of their first win of the season Wednesday night, leading by as many as 10 points before settling for a...
Aggies hand Hounds first LSC setback
December 12th, 2012
LAWTON, OKla. — Cameron heated up in the second half and stayed unbeaten at home with a 66-56 win over Eastern New Mexico University on Wednesday in a Lone Star Conference men’s basketb...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 13
December 12th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family J2Household members: 3 Children: 2 Special circumst...
Police Blotter — Dec. 13
December 12th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday12:57 p.m.: Caller reported a stray cat inside her hous...
New veterans’ service officer named
December 12th, 2012
Clovis native Matt Barela has been named as the new veterans’ service officer for the New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services office in Clovis. Barela, a 1983 graduate o...
Events Calendar — Dec. 13
December 12th, 2012
TodayHoliday Cards for the Troops — 4:30 p.m., Portales Public Library. Youth 13 to 18 years old.Information: 356...
My Turn — Christmas House geared to families
December 12th, 2012
I met Todd and Ginger Terry a dozen years ago when they created the Firefly children’s theater program in Portales. They “retired” from that when their own children were sma...
Food bank interim director promoted
December 12th, 2012
Nancy Taylor would be proud of her successor as executive director of The Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico, according to Board President Allan Isbell.Isbell said Taylor invited MelindaJoy Pat...
Q&A — Into the next chapter
December 12th, 2012
Steven Cathey of Portales walked across Eastern New Mexico University’s Greyhound Arena stage Saturday and into the next chapter of his life.Cathey, a digital film arts major, is a mov...
Their view: Book blames government for financial crisis
December 11th, 2012
Conservative columnist Walter Williams writes a weekly column for the Clovis News Journal. Here's a recent sampling of his work:Suppose you saw a building on fire. Would yo...
Proposal would help offset hikes
December 11th, 2012
Late-hour speeches by Republican Sens. Tom Coburn (Okla.) and John McCain (Ariz.) on runaway military health costs led the Senate Tuesday to shelve a defense bill amendment that would have spared f...
Editorial: State campaign finance law must be fixed
December 11th, 2012
I t gives new meaning to ineffectual governance. Last session, the New Mexico Legislature knew a major provision in the state's public financing campaign law had been declared unconstitutional b...
Prep summaries — Dec. 12
December 11th, 2012
TuesdayBoysDora 68, Eunice 38Dora (5-1) — Jake Taylor 12, Lane Carrasco 3, Jesus Villegas 6, Tyler Sit...
Ram rally falls short at Goddard
December 11th, 2012
The Portales Rams gave themselves chances to win late, but couldn’t take advantage Tuesday night with a 65-63 setback at Goddard.Portales (0-2), which lost its season opener at home to...
Youths create holiday cards for overseas troops
December 11th, 2012
Shiloh Wyatt and his brother Judah spent Tuesday evening using their artistic creativity preparing Christmas cards that could brighten the holiday for U.S. military troops stationed overseas.
Udall: Wind energy tax credit crucial to state
December 11th, 2012
U.S. Sen. Tom Udall, D-N.M., said he plans to demand an extension of the wind energy production tax credit on the Senate floor Thursday, a tax credit he feels has been instrumental in creating jobs...
Utility authority solidifies plan for pipeline
December 11th, 2012
After months of hearing concerns from Quay County officials about intake structures at the Ute Reservoir, the Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority made its stance official on a matter repeate...
Cannon study backs area's need for pipeline
December 11th, 2012
Concerns at Cannon Air Force Base about the impact of a declining Ogallala Aquifer within the next decade can only strengthen the case for funding the Ute pipeline, according to one official.
Events Calendar — Dec. 12
December 11th, 2012
Today Winter Wonderland — 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library. Preschool story time.Information: 356-3940....
My Turn — Snow in the area was very welcome
December 11th, 2012
I like Portales just a little bit more now that I’ve experienced my first snow. Sure I’ve seen snow before, but this snow was special to me because I didn’t pay to play in it and...
ENMU-Cameron preview capsule
December 11th, 2012
MEN• ENMU (5-3, 2-0 Lone Star Conference) at Cameron (3-4, 0-3)
Meetings Watch: Portales School Board — Dec. 11
December 10th, 2012
At Monday’s Portales Municipal Schools Board of Education meeting, board members:Recognized teacher Lois Standefer for receiving the Wells Fargo Golden Apple Foun...
Police Blotter — Dec. 11
December 10th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Friday12:14 a.m.: Call in reference to a subject in the roadwa...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 11
December 10th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family EHousehold members: 4Children: 1Special circumstanc...
Dora School News — Dec. 11
December 10th, 2012
Christmas Music ProgramRobin Simpson, fine arts teacher, and the Dora Elementary students will present their Christmas musical at 2:30 p.m. Wed...
Elida School News — Dec. 11
December 10th, 2012
Sports Thursday: Texico hosts Elida junior high girls and boys at 4:30 p.m.Thursday through Saturday: Tiger Invitat...
Events Calendar — Dec. 11
December 10th, 2012
TodayJack Frost — 10:30 a.m., Portales Public Library. Books n’ Babies program.Information: 356-3940.
Award winning ENMU pianist recruited from China
December 10th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University sophomore Lui Xuefei’s knees bounced up and down as she sat in her music professor’s office, her eyes sparkling with excited anticipation. &ldq...
Area's first snow causes little trouble
December 10th, 2012
Schools in the area displayed an abundance of caution Monday morning, but for the most part the first snow of the season caused little trouble.Steve Kersh, chief meteorologist for KVII-TV in...
McGee: Pet names don’t have to follow convention
December 8th, 2012
The Lady of the House and I have been doing a bit of dog-sitting.The dog's name is Fish, a "Heinz 57" of a dog packed into a mostly Chihuahua body. I am told the creation of the dog's na...
Letter to the editor: Animal control officers need protective vests
December 8th, 2012
On Nov. 28, Animal Control Officer Roy Marcum was shot and killed in the line of duty at a Galt, Calif., home that was supposed to be vacant due to a foreclosure and eviction the day prior.H...
No holiday break from worries
December 8th, 2012
It is just a couple of weeks before Christmas and we are all grateful for the season. For this brief time we can shed our concerns, bask in the holiday spirit. It is the one time of year we can rel...
Editorial: Empty pockets help fill stockings
December 8th, 2012
This Christmas season of giving is exemplified by God's gift to mankind, his son Jesus. Like many readers, we too enjoy learning of many worthy opportunities around the region for you to emulate...
Lady Rams rout Dimmitt, take third place
December 8th, 2012
DIMMITT, Texas — The young Portales Lady Rams squad has begun turning some heads.Portales dominated from the get-go on Saturday and routed host Dimmitt 59-38 to take third-place in the...
Division I UTEP too much for Zias
December 8th, 2012
EL PASO — Texas-El Paso used a balanced attack and an early 13-0 run to cruise to a 71-34 victory over Eastern New Mexico in women's basketball on Saturday.The Miners (8-1), members o...
School menus — Dec. 9
December 8th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Chicken nuggets, green beans, grape tomatoes, chilled peaches, whole wheat roll.Tuesday: Breakfast...
Community Calendar — Dec. 9
December 8th, 2012
The Portales News-Tribune offers this space for community events. To submit or change an announcement, contact the Editorial Department at 356-4481 several days in advance. For Sunday&rsquo...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 9
December 8th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family WHousehold members: 2Children: 1Special circumstanc...
First sergeants ask Cannon families to donate cookies for airmen
December 8th, 2012
Dozens of individuals and businesses across Clovis and Portales are baking and gathering cookies to give to single airmen for Christmas.The first sergeants of Cannon Air Force Base have once...
Police Blotter — Dec. 9
December 8th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday10:30 a.m.: Caller reported a fire alarm was activated, 1400 block...
Events Calendar — Dec. 9
December 8th, 2012
MondayWinter Wonderland — 5 p.m.-9 p.m., Portales Senior Center. Information: 356-8741.
School menus — Dec. 9
December 8th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Chicken nuggets, green beans, grape tomatoes, chilled peaches, whole wheat roll.Tuesday: Breakfast...
My Turn — Bin Laden should have kept low profile
December 8th, 2012
During this year’s Portales Public Library sale, I purchased 40 books for $2, including “The Osama bin Laden I Know” by Peter L. Bergen. It is a compilation of first-h...
On the shelves — Dec. 9
December 8th, 2012
The following books are available atClovis-Carver Public Library"The First 20 Minutes: Surprising Science Reveals How We Can Exercise Bett...
Handmade cards featured on show
December 8th, 2012
Information on decorating handmade cards, incorporating vellum into a background, and preparing healthy mini meals will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon o...
12-9 Senior happenings
December 8th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los Abuelitos, PortalesTuesday: 9:30 a.m. board of director's meeting; 10:30 a.m. indoor...
12-9 Club notes
December 8th, 2012
American Legion AuxiliaryThe American Legion Auxiliary Unit 25 held a Blue Star Service Banner Ceremony Nov. 28 at Post 25 to honor and recognize two members who have family members curren...
Hit up local shops to fill gift list
December 8th, 2012
The gift that keeps on giving ... every gift begins with Kaye's ... the store for all your holiday needs....the slogans just keep on hitting us at this time of year, don't they? Sure, I've alter...
Our people: Kustom fit
December 8th, 2012
Rick Mayo is an artist whose roots extend back to a small town in Maine where his drawings on school property once gained the admiration of his classmates and approval of his teacher.
Greyhounds' graduation
December 8th, 2012
December for most people signifies Christmas. But for a little more than 200 Eastern New Mexico University students, the month marked a grand achievement in their life.ENMU held their 123rd...
Real whiskers not at itchy
December 8th, 2012
Several random observations recently have tickled my funny bone (starting with the struggle whether to spell funny bone, funnybone, funny-bone or funniebone). Here they are in random order.A...
NM braces for ‘potent’ arctic front to move in
December 8th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico is getting ready for what could be a significant blast of winter.Forecasters with the National Weather Service in Albuquerque are warning residents and travele...
A thousand points of light
December 7th, 2012
The glimmer of the thousands and thousands of lights reflected off the eyes of doe-eyed children as they watched floats travel by, awaiting for the one they call Santa Claus.
Short-handed Cats drop first of two in Dallas
December 7th, 2012
DALLAS — A big night by senior guard John Dawson wasn’t enough for Clovis High’s boys on Friday night in the Chris Bosh Hoopfest.Dawson poured in eight 3-pointers and 31 po...
Friday area prep basketball capsules — Dec. 7
December 7th, 2012
BoysFarwell InvitationalConsolation semifinals
Roswell overpowers Rams in season opener
December 7th, 2012
The Roswell Coyotes are going to be quite a force in Class 4A when sophomore Alex Olesinski is on the floor.Turns out they’re a pretty good team, and a good measuring stick for the Por...
In search of ponies: Red-winged blackbirds always welcome
December 7th, 2012
Their evening silhouettes in the upper branches of the trees seem like oriental artwork — so beautiful, one might think it was indeed a painting were it not for the occasional stretch, flutte...
Lady Cats roll into Gallup finals
December 7th, 2012
GALLUP — The Clovis Lady Wildcats are back to defend their title in the Gallup Invitational — and they’re not taking prisoners, either.Sophomore Danni Williams scored 23 po...
Gameday: ENMU-UTEP preview capsule
December 7th, 2012
ENMU (0-6) at Texas-El Paso (7-1)• When: 4:30 p.m. today• Radio: KSEL-AM 1450.• Last time out:
Thursday area prep tournaments, summaries — Dec. 6
December 6th, 2012
TournamentsAll Time MSTBoysFarwell Invitational
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 7
December 6th, 2012
Today’s focus: C2Household members: 7 Children: 2 under 13Special circums...
Construction worker clipped by truck suffers minor injuries
December 6th, 2012
A construction worker suffered minor injuries on U.S. 70 Thursday morning when he was clipped by a passing 18-wheeler semi truck, according to Portales police.He was knocked to the ground ab...
Family will graduate together
December 6th, 2012
John and Shelby Ellis laughed as they reminisced over college textbooks Thursday night in the family kitchen. “Dr. (David) Hemley is the tough finance teacher,” 20-year-old...
Lady Rams win pair in first day of tourney
December 6th, 2012
DIMMITT, Texas — The kids got off to a pretty good start on Thursday for the Portales Lady Rams.Portales won twice in the 12-team Dimmitt Invitational, beating Texline 31-17 and Sundow...
Sharing the summer with a Blue Jay
December 6th, 2012
My wife, Marjorie, and I shared an experience this summer when a fledgling Blue Jay made its debut in our yard. The jay was perched in our vineyard emitting strange noises as it flapped its wings a...
Police Blotter — Dec. 7
December 6th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Wednesday10:43 a.m.: Subject requested an officer, walk-up.11:...
Hostility rises among wonderful truths
December 6th, 2012
Christmas is a time of love, joy and family. It’s a time to celebrate the greatest event of all time.No other religion offers hope. No other brings peace from the “Prince of Peac...
Police Lieutenant to resign
December 6th, 2012
PORTALES, NM — Lt. Mark Cage of the Portales Police Department will be resigning from his duties as patrol commander and training director to accept the undersheriff position of the Eddy Coun...
Events Calendar — Dec. 7
December 6th, 2012
Today PHS open auditions for “The Music Man” — 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m., PHS Performing Arts Center. All ages welcom...
My Turn — Events special around holidays
December 6th, 2012
What is it about Christmas that makes events and activities all the more magical and special? There are many venues I enjoy on an average day, such as dinners and concerts, but something about Chri...
Their view: Ambassadorship used as reward for Obama cronies
December 6th, 2012
Conservative columnist Michelle Malkin wishes everyone a Merry Crony-mas and says it's time to pass out the goodies. Here's a snippet from a recent column:While President...
Tree holds memories
December 6th, 2012
Mary Standefer’s eyes sparkled with affection as she gingerly placed red poinsettias on the Colorado evergreen tree in her front yard Thursday afternoon.One year ago, there were tears...
Regulations, taxes block progress
December 6th, 2012
Fraser Institute released its Economic Freedom of North America 2012 report, and New Mexico came in 50th among the American states.That's bad news, but it's also an incredible and exciting...
Editorial: Unemployment benefit reforms save money
December 6th, 2012
The state has cut the rate of improper unemployment payments by more than half, saving $36 million.Reducing the percentage of payments considered improper from 24 percent to 11 percent bet...
Police says Verizon store robbed Wednesday by masked man
December 6th, 2012
A masked man took several hundred dollars Wednesday evening from the Verizon Wireless store on West Second Street, according to the Portales Police Department.According to police:&bul...
Press release: Three charged in stolen vehicle case
December 6th, 2012
(From Portales Police Department)According Chief Doug Jones, Portales Police Department, three individuals were arrested (Wednesday) afternoon after police officers determined that the vehic...
Ticket feature: Series brings ENMU choir performance
December 5th, 2012
Choirs at Eastern New Mexico University are making a trip across the Atlantic Ocean in 2013. To get there, they'll be making a trip across the county line on Saturday.
Area prep basketball tournaments
December 5th, 2012
All Time MSTGallup InvitationalGirlsThursday’s quarterfinalsWinslow (Ariz.) vs. St. Pius, 1 p.m...
Eastern New Mexico Lottery sales fall
December 5th, 2012
Lottery sales in the four-county area of Curry, De Baca, Quay, and Roosevelt have dropped 11 percent from six years ago.The lottery was established to create revenues for education, so lotte...
Future of Sunland Inc. concern of lawmakers
December 5th, 2012
State and federal legislators are concerned further delays in reopening the Sunland peanut plant will only deepen the economic impact on the community and possibly threaten the future of the compan...
ENMU students work through finals week
December 5th, 2012
Several heads could be seen bowed over books and computer screens Tuesday afternoon in the Tutoring and Supplemental Instruction office on the Eastern New Mexico University campus.This week...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 6
December 5th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family CHousehold members: 7 Children: 6 Special circumsta...
Locals flock to 'Super Bowl' of rodeo
December 5th, 2012
Now that he’s retired, Joe Rhodes, longtime owner of Joe’s Boot Shop, is looking forward to attending all 10 nights of the National Finals Rodeo this year in Las Vegas, Nev.Las V...
Events Calendar — Dec. 6
December 5th, 2012
TodayPHS open auditions for “The Music Man” — 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m., PHS Performing Arts Center. All ages welcome...
My Turn — Local singers make glorious music
December 5th, 2012
When ENMU’s choirs treat our community to regular free performances, you may wonder why you should pay to hear them Saturday night at Marshall Auditorium as part of Clovis Community College&r...
Lady Rams field young squad
December 4th, 2012
After four years, the Portales Lady Rams are about to begin life without standout Macy Mitchell.Sixth-year coach Clay Stout is hoping his squad, which had relied heavily on Mitchell’s...
Tuesday area prep summaries — Dec. 4
December 4th, 2012
BoysFarwell 81, Lubb. Christ the King 25Farwell (7-1) — Austin Mason 22, Kolten Morris 14, Collin Christian 12, Ruben Gutierre...
Wind project concerns raised
December 4th, 2012
Local leaders and landowners agree that wind energy projects will be vital to New Mexico’s economy, but a hindrance in getting these projects off the ground is the possible interference with...
Elida School News — Dec. 5
December 4th, 2012
SportsThursday-Saturday: J.P. Stone Invitational Varsity Tournament at Dora.Friday-Saturday: Marshall junior high sevent...
Portales High School News — Dec. 5
December 4th, 2012
PHS student council holds fundraiserThe Portales High School student council held a fundraiser for Cassidy Tibetts, a 2000 graduate of Portales...
Meetings Watch — Dec. 5
December 4th, 2012
At a Portales City Council meeting Tuesday in city hall, city councilors:Heard an update on U.S. 70 construction from project manager John Guldemann.Guldem...
Events Calendar — Dec. 5
December 4th, 2012
TodayAlzheimer’s “Savvy Caregiver Program” — 10 a.m.-noon, Los Abuelitos Senior Center.Informat...
Officials appeased by Los Abuelitos explanations
December 4th, 2012
Roosevelt County seniors and officials left the county courthouse on good terms Tuesday afternoon after rough beginnings in a public forum. The topic of discussion in the afternoon meeting w...
State judge dismisses one of three lawsuits against Ute pipeline proje...
December 4th, 2012
A state judge on Monday granted a motion to dismiss litigation the Village of Logan filed in an attempt to halt construction on the Eastern New Mexico Rural Water System, also known as the Ute Wate...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 5
December 4th, 2012
Today’s focus: Family PHousehold members: 3Children: 2Special circumstanc...
Same-sex spouses still lack benefits
December 4th, 2012
With repeal last year of the Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell law, many military people, including senior leaders, assumed that married gay and lesbian couples had gained not only job security but...
Idle time for the shredder
December 4th, 2012
I took a few days off last week, and to quote “Office Space” protagonist Peter Gibbons, “I did absolutely nothing, and it was everything I thought it could be.”OK, so...
Plant closure isn’t peanuts to Portales
December 4th, 2012
Two months is a long time to watch millions of pounds of a crop sit in barns, to be out of a job in a tough economy, to have a business shuttered with no clue as to when it can re-open. ...
My Turn — Milk every outing that isn’t work
December 4th, 2012
Why do we have to experience pain before we learn the lesson? Why can’t we just hear the saying from our parents and take the hint? Sure sayings have their wit but they’re played out wh...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 4
December 3rd, 2012
Today’s focus: Family RHousehold members: 4Children: 2Special circumstanc...
Police Blotter — Dec. 4
December 3rd, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Friday4:01 p.m.: Caller requested an officer for a standby, 1500 block Ariz...
Events Calendar — Dec. 4
December 3rd, 2012
TodayBubble Wrap Art — 4:30 p.m., Portales Public Library. For children kindergarten to sixth grade.Information:...
Meetings Watch — City Council
December 3rd, 2012
The following items are on the Portales City Council agenda meeting today at 7 p.m.:An update on the U.S. 70 construction project.A report and presentation of the ComC...
My Turn — Pioneer stories much loved
December 3rd, 2012
My family history with Roosevelt County begins in the early 1900s, and I’ve always loved the stories of the pioneers. But I’ve never known much of the personal history from the late 180...
Seniors express concerns over building
December 3rd, 2012
Another public hearing will be held today to further discuss issues surrounding the new senior center building in Portales. A hearing was held Thursday in the county courthouse t...
Holiday Express program assists military families
December 3rd, 2012
“Santa ... It’s going to be Santa ...”Lorena Vigil with the New Mexico National Guard had just announced that a special visitor would be coming through the Holiday Express...
Rams' new head coach excited by opportunity
December 3rd, 2012
When Mark Gallegos took the job as athletic director at Portales High, Rickie McBroom was the right man for the job Gallegos left behind. As it turns out, it's the right job for the man, too.
In tribute: Former Fort Sumner coach made impact
December 1st, 2012
Figuratively, it could be said that Mario Martinez was always looking out for the little guy.
ENMU student scholarships could be at risk
December 1st, 2012
The scholarships of more than a quarter of Eastern New Mexico University students could be at risk as a depleting state lottery scholarship fund is expected to run out of money in the next fiscal y...
Lady Broncos finish fifth at Texico
December 1st, 2012
TEXICO — The Floyd Lady Broncos beat Melrose 58-44 on Saturay to claim fifth place in the Citizens Bank Border Shootout.
Local Brief — Road construction and closure information
December 1st, 2012
Curry CountyCurry County continues to shred and patch potholes on roads throughout the county. Please, be aware of workers and posted speed limit signs. St...
Empty stocking fund — Dec. 2
December 1st, 2012
Today’s focus: Family MHousehold members: 8Children: 7Special circumstanc...
Being bucked off part of life
December 1st, 2012
Getting bucked off is always a possibility in the daily life of a journeyman horse trainer. They take on horses to break and ride. Kayo (an alias to protect the guilty) had gained a good reputation...
Police Blotter — Dec. 2
December 1st, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday12:54 p.m.: Caller reported someone broke into his car, 100 block o...
My Turn — Life is uncertain
December 1st, 2012
Earth has 7 billion humans.Since modern Homo sapiens arrived around 55,000 B.C., approximately 110 billion have been born and more than 100 billion have died.How many of those do we r...
Holiday was happening
December 1st, 2012
Glowing decor sat atop the tables in the Eastern New Mexico University Campus Union Ballroom Saturday. Some tables had Christmas trees and other holiday favorites. Others had animals or them...
Slow start too much for Zias to overcome
December 1st, 2012
ABILENE, Texas — Take away the horrific start, and the Eastern New Mexico University women's basketball team would have had a fighting chance on Saturday.The Zias managed only two fie...
Late basket lifts Hounds past ACU
December 1st, 2012
ABILENE, Texas — Junior guard Rodney Blackmon drove for a layup with two seconds left on Saturday, lifting Eastern New Mexico University to a 62-60 victory over Abilene Christian in Lone Star...
On the shelves — Dec. 2
December 1st, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"It Worked For Me: In Life and Leadership" by Colin Powell reveals the principles that have shaped the life and ca...
Needle felting tips featured on show
December 1st, 2012
Information on needle felting and decorating cookies will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.)De...
Senior happenings — Dec. 2
December 1st, 2012
Friendship Senior Center901 West 13th St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Spanish dance "Randy an Sol". Bring a friend.Monday: 9 a.m.-11 a.m. coffee klatch, 1 p.m. Pinochle
Club notes — Dec. 2
December 1st, 2012
Roosevelt General Hospital AuxiliaryThe Nov. 21 executive committee meeting of the Roosevelt General Hospital Auxiliary was opened with president Linda Uttaro giving the prayer.Hosp...
Hanging lights brings blizzard
December 1st, 2012
My wife has a holiday theory. If her husband announces plans to hang outdoor Christmas lights, it's time to prepare for a blizzard.Clark Griswold of "Christmas Vacation" fame doesn't hav...
Tax burden affects location choices
December 1st, 2012
In a recently released report by the Rio Grande Foundation, the 10 most populated cities of New Mexico were ranked according to their relative tax burdens.The study focused primarily on the...
Letter to the editor: Community cannot become complacent
December 1st, 2012
In 2005, Portales and Clovis collectively held their breaths as Cannon Air Force Base was placed on the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) list.With a lot of hard work and lobbying by the p...
Editorial: PRC member lucky voters missing facts
December 1st, 2012
Bernalillo County Assessor Karen Montoya, the newest member of the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission, is arguably one of the luckiest candidates to come out ahead in the Nov. 6 election.
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