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Fishing report — Aug. 30
August 29th, 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 after t...
Local organization makes, sends fleece blankets to deployed troops
August 30th, 2012
Warmth from Home blankets are made in haste but also made in love for military troops overseas.
Wildcats romp to put Roanhaus alone at top
August 31st, 2012
As junior Steven Beckum plunged into the end zone, the cannon exploded for one final time Friday night in the south end zone of Leon Williams Stadium, and the only head coach Clovis has known since...
Robertson rallies to beat Rams in OT
August 31st, 2012
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Dominic Lucero scored on a 3-yard run in overtime Friday night, giving Las Vegas Robertson a 13-7 win over the Portales Rams in the season opener for both teams.
Holiday planner
August 31st, 2012
The end of summer is officially Sept. 23, but the ceremonial ending always feels like Labor Day — one last chance to get out, and forget there's work piled up once the week starts.&nb...
Prep football capsules
August 31st, 2012
New Mexico School for Deaf 56, CCS 0• Records: NMSD 1-0, Clovis Christian 0-1• Difference:...
Hounds win soccer opener
August 31st, 2012
WICHITA, Kan. — Senior defender Michael Stewart scored less than five minutes into the second half Friday night and the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer held on for a 2-1 vict...
Zias split in first day of WT tourney
August 31st, 2012
CANYON, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s volleyball team opened its season on Friday with a split in the Lady Buff Classic, hosted by West Texas A&M at The Box.The Zia...
McGee: I’ve always been about easy money
August 31st, 2012
Believe it or not, I once sold cosmetics door to door for "that Famous Cosmetics Company." I'm deliberately obfuscating the name because I don't know if it's legally safe to just come right ou...
In search of ponies: Animal messages can be messy
August 31st, 2012
Sometimes things are just plain misleading.Take, for instance, a BBC video titled "Giant panda does handstand."Oh sure, it's a film following a giant panda around the woods, and ye...
Hounds start Lynn era on road
August 31st, 2012
Josh Lynn is eager for his first game as Eastern New Mexico University’s football coach.The Greyhounds open the 2012 season with a 6 p.m. kickoff today against New Mexico Highlands at...
Officer cleared in fatal shooting
August 31st, 2012
State police officer Bryan Conner told investigators he heard two clicks that sounded like Benjamin Selgado had pulled the trigger of a loaded .38 caliber handgun pointed at him before the officer...
Prep football scoreboard
August 31st, 2012
FridayAll times MDTClovis 55, Santa Fe Capital 0Las Vegas Robertson 13, Portales 7 OTFloyd/Elida 28, Springer 20, finalTexico 12...
Amtrak officials mulling passenger service through Clovis
August 31st, 2012
There's a remote possibility Amtrak could reroute passenger service through Clovis sometime within the next four years, according to a railroad spokesman.Amtrak spokesman Marc Magliari said...
Dora thumps Lake Arthur
August 30th, 2012
The Dora Lady Coyotes bounced back from a season-opening loss on Tuesday to beat Lake Arthur 25-12, 25-8, 25-8 at Dora.Averi Skelly had 10 kills, Jasi Roberts collected eight digs and Micaah...
Their view: Nation’s welfare comes before political parties
August 30th, 2012
Lee Hamilton, director of the Center on Congress at Indiana University and Congressman for 34 years, writes regularly about Congress and what individuals can do to make our representative democracy...
Zias drop first of two Hawaii clashes
August 30th, 2012
KANEOHE, Hawaii — Sophomore defender Alexia Cameau scored one goal and assisted on the other Thursday as Hawaii Pacific posted a 2-0 victory over Eastern New Mexico University in the women&rs...
Elida goes to 2-0
August 30th, 2012
At Elida, the Lady Tigers overcame a first-game loss to subdue Hagerman 24-26, 25-10, 26-20, 25-16 for their second win in two outings.Coach Darrell Chenault said his team struggled af...
Ronny Cox returns to area
August 30th, 2012
Known best for roles in “Deliverance,” “Robocop” and the original “Total Recall,” Eastern New Mexico University graduate Ronny Cox said his favorite role will al...
Floyd advances to semifinals
August 30th, 2012
The Floyd Lady Broncos overcame a two-game deficit Thursday night to edge Clovis Christian 14-25, 12-25, 25-14, 25-17, 15-13 and advance to the semifinals of a season-opening, eight-team tournament...
Hounds beset with early-season injuries
August 30th, 2012
Winning its first Lone Star Conference championship last fall didn’t seem to earn the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer squad much respect.The Greyhounds were picked for...
Rams test Robertson in season opener
August 30th, 2012
With almost all new starters this season, first-year Portales High football coach Jaime Ramirez wouldn't mind having a little more time to get ready for the season opener.Unfortunately, it...
Zias eye berth in LSC tourney
August 30th, 2012
Longtime Eastern New Mexico University volleyball coach Mike Maguire is pretty sure the Zias will be better than they were a year ago.“I think we’re better,” he said, &ldqu...
Laws create excuse for meddling
August 30th, 2012
Even if you could make murder rare by banning or regulating guns and knives, it would still not be right to violate the fundamental right of every human to own and to carry whatever type of weapon...
Lady Rams post solid win
August 30th, 2012
Ruth Chavez liked the way her team played Thursday night.
Interim coaches lead ENMU harriers
August 30th, 2012
Casey Blevins and Danielle Jones are familiar with Eastern New Mexico University’s cross country program, having run in it only a couple of years ago.With coach Mike Harney leaving jus...
Editorial: Here’s to heroes and entrepreneurs in Clovis, Portales
August 30th, 2012
Why name our streets after things or events few people either have heard of or remember today, when we can name them after local heroes from our past?We salute Cannon Air Force Base official...
Bible studies focus on spirituality
August 30th, 2012
Rick Wilcher, a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Portales, joked and laughed with other church members Thursday night before beginning their evening Bible study on the book of Revelation....
Let God handle your burdens
August 30th, 2012
Did you ever get in such a place that everything just didn’t seem to work out?I forgot an appointment. I accidentally dropped a bowl of oatmeal and it went all over the kitchen. A cat...
My turn: Real heroes overlooked
August 30th, 2012
So I finally saw the new Batman movie. I was the last person I know to have seen it. Is it weird that the most appealing part of the movie for me was the fact that Batman was locked up for half of...
Police blotter: Aug. 31
August 30th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Wednesday• 11:53 a.m. Officer requested for warrant service, 1000 block of Community Way.&bu...
Q&A: ENMU alumni says play based on residents
August 29th, 2012
Playwright and former Eastern New Mexico University student Robert Patrick will be showing his play "You're Family" to benefit the Bennett trust for Eastern New Mexico University at Ruidoso on...
Local gardens survive summer
August 29th, 2012
Margie Plummer held her hand over her eyes, shielding the sun as she surveyed her extensive vegetable crops behind her business, Turnbough’s Corner, just outside Portales.
Ticket feature: Blues Brothers to kick off Cultural Arts Series
August 29th, 2012
With performers from Portales to Chicago to India — and many parts in between — Clovis Community College is set for its upcoming Cultural Arts Series schedule.
Residents plan to stay in town for Labor Day holiday
August 29th, 2012
Locals say they're spending Labor day weekend at home even though AAA's recent travel survey found that more Americans plan to hit the road for the holiday.Portales housewife Carol Martin...
Police blotter — Aug. 30
August 29th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday• Noon: Someone walked up for fingerprints.• 1 p.m.: Someone walked up for fingerprints.&...
My turn: Fair booth honors longtime resident
August 29th, 2012
More than a few of us wondered if a Roosevelt County Fair could happen without Lillie Belle Toombs.Lillie Belle, who died early this month at the age of 90, "was the heart of the Home Arts...
Lady Rams slip past Hobbs in opener
August 28th, 2012
HOBBS — Veteran Portales volleyball coach Ruth Chavez probably won’t be sending the tape of Tuesday’s season opener against Hobbs into the Volleyball Hall of Fame, but she was ple...
Hoaxes flourish in social media
August 28th, 2012
This was supposed to be a column where I remembered the late Bill Nye.I was going to talk about seeing him on TV when I was a kid, and how I will still chant to myself, "Bill Bill Bill Bill...
Police blotter: Aug. 29
August 28th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Sunday• 12:11 a.m.: Caller reported someone chasing her, 1000 block North Avenue B.•12:1...
Peanut producers optimistic about crop
August 28th, 2012
Local peanut farmers are hoping for a sunny and dry September to finish off what they’re predicting will be a much better harvest than last year for Roosevelt County’s prized crop.
Annual food drive dedicated to Taylor
August 28th, 2012
Sharon Null’s voice was overcome with emotion, trying to describe the kind of person her sister-in-law, Nancy Taylor, was. “I was only blessed with knowing her eight years,&rdquo...
Roosevelt County Fair unlike any other
August 28th, 2012
I feel like I’ve never experienced a fair like the Roosevelt County Fair this past week.Being a city kid, I was attracted to the illuminated rides and the delicious deep fried fair foo...
Letter to the editor: Important to look at candidate's history
August 28th, 2012
When considering someone to fill a responsible position you have to carefully investigate their record. Let's look at GOP vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan's record.He supported Bush t...
Editorial: DWI laws need to be enforced, not increased
August 28th, 2012
What happened to Aileen Smith as she drove through New Mexico on one of the happiest journeys in a woman's life is a mind-numbing tragedy.But adding to the state's DWI laws in the name of...
Tumcumcari volunteer firefighter charged with DWI
August 28th, 2012
A Tucumcari volunteer firefighter involved in a collision while responding to a fire call Sunday has been charged with driving while intoxicated.Edgar Shipley III, 36, failed to stop at a re...
Area high school volleyball preseason capsules
August 27th, 2012
Texico Lady WolverinesDistrict 4-2A
Organizers say fair successful
August 27th, 2012
Successful was the word Roosevelt County Fair officials used to describe this year’s county fair with incoming profits up 13 percent from last year.
Cats to host opener at Capital's request
August 27th, 2012
Veteran Clovis High football coach Eric Roanhaus will have a chance to enter the New Mexico Activities Association record book at home this week, rather than on the road.The Wildcats, schedu...
Police blotter: Aug. 28
August 27th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Friday• 4:13 p.m.: Caller reported mail fraud, 1100 block Gemini Drive.• 4:...
Cannon street renaming honors local fallen hero
August 27th, 2012
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — Sixty Independence Days have come and gone since Airman 1st Class Richard Albright and his crewmembers were shot from the sky on July 4, 1952. Sixty years have passed...
What's in your bag: Aug. 28
August 27th, 2012
Caught off guard, people empty their purse or bag and explain why they carry each item they have on them. Even what they find can surprise them. Dylan Griffith received a free drawstring bac...
My turn: Don't lose track of moments
August 27th, 2012
Time flies. We know it must be true. We hear that all the time. Even as I sat down at my keyboard to share some thoughts along this line, the first thing I saw was a Facebook photo — a...
Dora news: Aug. 28
August 27th, 2012
Volleyball season begins Dora volleyball coach Caleb King, Assistant coach P.J. Bryant and the Lady Coyotes begin their season by hosting games two nights this week.Today, Dora hosts...
Home away from home
August 23rd, 2012
Annemarijn Bruimsma, 18, of the Netherlands, sat in the living room of Staff Sgt. Jack Manigold in Chavez West, munching a waffle cone cookie with caramel in the center.
Their view: Ethanol mandate hurts cattle growers
August 25th, 2012
Exceprts from a press release on waiving the Renewable Fuels Standard issued by the The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association.The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Associatio...
Editorial: Act proposes making bison national mammal
August 25th, 2012
It's easy to think of things more important for Congress to do than designate a U.S. National Mammal, but McCook, Neb., residents should take more than a passing interest in a proposal that is gai...
Democrats’ abortion views worse
August 25th, 2012
Todd Akin would do his party and his country a service by stepping aside. The rest of the campaign will be dominated by this side issue, possibly denying Republicans a key Senate seat. To use the w...
Residents recall Armstrong’s giant leap
August 25th, 2012
Locals recalled being amazed when they saw American hero Neil Armstrong be the first human to walk on the moon.Armstrong died Saturday at age 82 and we asked six people what they remembered...
Right on track
August 25th, 2012
Christopher Hamilton looked at the model trains circle the track through eyes of wonderment.
ACU to join Southland Conference.
August 25th, 2012
ABILENE, Texas — Abilene Christian on Saturday became the second Lone Star Conference member this week to join the Division I Southland Conference.ACU will join the league July 1, 2013...
Zias post exhbition win over WBU
August 25th, 2012
An own goal by Wayland Baptist shortly after halftime helped Eastern New Mexico University get going and the Zias went on to blank the Pioneers 5-0 on Saturday in a women’s soccer exhibition...
Police blotter — Aug. 26
August 25th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday• 9:56 a.m.: Caller reported three stray dogs in the area, 400 block of West 18th Street.• 10:1...
My turn: Turning 80 changes nothing
August 25th, 2012
Unless an irate reader shortens it, I should have a few years left before I reach the recent milestone of Portales resident Web Smartnick.At least I thought that turning 80 was a milestone.
Rams making progress
August 24th, 2012
Facing outside competition for the first time on Friday night at the PHS practice field, it took the Portales Rams a while to get going.First-year coach Jaime Ramirez said his team got bette...
Youths: Fair is place to be
August 24th, 2012
The Octopus seemed like the ride of choice for teenagers looking for a thrill at the Roosevelt County Fair.
Bid of support at livestock show
August 24th, 2012
Making it to the livestock show is considered an honor, according to Trent Bilberry, 4-H intern at the Roosevelt County Extension Office.
On the shelves: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
The following books are available at :Clovis-Carver Public Library“Into the Sunset: Photography’s Image of the American West by Eva Respini was given by Joanne Burns in me...
Senior calendar: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los Abuelitos PortalesTuesday: 10:30 a.m. indoor exercise; 1 p.m. bingo and refreshments
Guest will give tips on wall stencils
August 24th, 2012
Information on stenciling on walls and making duck tape pouches will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.)
Anniversaries: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
HowlGlen and Candy Howl of Portales celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 24.The couple was married on Aug. 24, 1962, in Portales.They have two chi...
Engagements: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
Rucker-AdayBilly and Sherry Rucker of Clovis announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Tanisha Rea Rucker of Farmington, to Curtis Geoffrey Aday of Fa...
Reunions: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
Field CommunityThe Field 25th biennial reunion was held Aug. 10 at the Field fire station Aug. 10. There were 75 people in attendance. Visiting and picture viewing began at...
School menus: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
Clovis elementary schools Monday: Breakfast — Breakfast scramble. Lunch — Meat and cheese nachos, garden salad w/ranch, mini carrots, applesauce.Tuesday: Breakfast —...
Reality TV exploiting our children
August 24th, 2012
Last week, this column broached the idea of silent children, the children who, emotionally, disappear or become invisible in a number of ways. They are physically present, but are disco...
Swallows won’t be gone for very long
August 24th, 2012
Just when I was beginning to think it was safe to go out on the front porch again — they’re back.Several years ago I wrote about the barn swallows nesting on my front...
State police seek missing laptops
August 24th, 2012
The New Mexico State Police is looking for information regarding a reported theft of laptop computers in San Jon.According to a release from the NMSP, a truck driver reported on the morning...
McGee: Too little, too late for garden
August 24th, 2012
The Lady of the House tore up her garden last week. She had been threatening and threatening but I never thought she’d really do it. She started gardening when we met almost 10 years ago.
In search of ponies: There are reasons dogs chase their tails
August 24th, 2012
Everybody loves a tail chaser.C'mon, admit it. You know you laugh when they turn in those tight little circles, round-and-round, over-and-over again at a dizzying speed.Apparently it...
Rams win soccer opener
August 23rd, 2012
The defending Class 1A/3A state runnerup Portales Rams got their season off to a good start on Thursday, and in part they can thank their combination football-soccer players.Sophomore forwar...
ENMU names interimi cross country coaches
August 23rd, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University has selected Casey Blevins, Danielle Jones and Josh Browning to coach the school’s cross country program on an interim basis this fall, athletic director Jeff Ge...
ENMU anticipates record enrollment
August 23rd, 2012
Officials at Eastern New Mexico University anticipate a record enrollment for the fall semester. Clovis Community College officials said enrollment is about the same as last year. Eastern Ne...
Fear not, take control of your life
August 23rd, 2012
I was talking to a really nice guy recently who said he doesn’t agree with a lot of what I write. That’s understandable. It happens all the time. But what bothered me, and frankly left...
Time to steer public toward natural gas use
August 23rd, 2012
There’s a fancy term for what would fix much of what ails the nation’s until recently booming natural gas industry: market equilibrium. There’s too much gas and not enough demand....
Rams blank Ruidoso in opener
August 23rd, 2012
The defending Class 1A/3A state runnerup Portales Rams got their season off to a good start on Thursday, and in part they can thank their combination football-soccer players.Sophomore for...
Report: Jail short-handed, guard failed to notice broom-handle attack
August 23rd, 2012
A Curry County detention officer watching jail inmates with surveillance cameras told investigators she didn’t see Louis Guerra attack Jaime Perez. She didn’t realize there was a fight...
Fair symbolic of God’s abundance
August 23rd, 2012
I look forward to the county fair this time of year. The sights, sounds and smells entice me. I marvel at people’s talents. The creativity and ingenuity of all the participants is overwhelmin...
Portales man faces kidnapping charges
August 23rd, 2012
A Portales woman told police she was kicked, raped and held captive for two days, escaping only when her assailant left her alone to attend his anger management meeting.Frank Stroud, 49, of...
Events Calendar — Aug 24
August 23rd, 2012
TodayRoosevelt County Fair — 8 a.m.-midnight, Vendors, events and rides, Roosevelt County Fairgrounds. Adult tickets $5...
Police Blotter — Aug 24
August 23rd, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday8:40 a.m.: 911 hang up, 1900 block of West Second Street.9:...
Portales man charged with kidnapping, sexual assault
August 23rd, 2012
A Portales woman told police she was kicked, raped and held captive for two days, escaping only when her assailant left her alone to attend his anger management meeting.Frank Stroud, 49, of...
My Turn — Fair atmospheres
are contagious
August 23rd, 2012
OK, so maybe I lied. I still love the fair. Last weekend, I felt less than enthused about the fair arriving this week. I told one of my friends that I think the fair loses its glamour when y...
Youths show off goats
August 22nd, 2012
Bryce Derrer hoisted up his goat Matthew to display how much care he's put into raising and training him.
Ticket feature: Residents forming community choir
August 22nd, 2012
Ken McDonald doesn't want the music to stop, and all indications are he's far from the only one.
Practice run
August 22nd, 2012
Clovis is getting a slightly earlier start on its annual preseason tradition.The Wildcats are loading up the bus Thursday morning for Alamogordo, the neutral site for the annual scrimmage wi...
My turn: Fair memories always sweet
August 22nd, 2012
The mid-August aroma of fried food and sawdust, blended with the earthy fragrance of pigs, cattle, sheep and horses, takes me back in an instant to the county fairs of my childhood.We feaste...
Meetings watch: RGH board of trustees
August 22nd, 2012
The Board of Trustees of Roosevelt County Special Hospital District met in regular session at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday in the conference room at Roosevelt General Hospital:• T...
Q&A: Counselor says psychological abuse underestimated in unhealthy re...
August 22nd, 2012
Casey Turnbough with Arise Sexual Assault Services, talks about her work with Arise in Portales and Clovis and what defines unhealthy and healthy relationships.What is your backgroun...
Police blotter — Aug. 23
August 22nd, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday• 8:20 a.m.: Caller reported a stray dog, 400 block West Sixth Street.• 8:29 a.m.: Caller report...
District attorney's office urges students to avoid truancy
August 22nd, 2012
Laughter echoed Wednesday morning through the auditorium of the Portales High School Performing Arts Center as dozens of high school students watched a movie about Sasquatch, the mascot for Abolish...
Sequestration needs to be stopped
August 21st, 2012
Members of Congress are more interested in winning re-election in November than in removing before then the budget “sequestration” knife that threatens to lop 10 percent off 2,500 defen...
Fried sandwich nod to our heritage
August 21st, 2012
They don’t overwhelm my day, but a lot of random thoughts never leave my mind:• Had the NCAA handled Melky Cabrera’s failed drug test on behalf of Major League Baseball, wou...
Editorial: Veterans group needs to learn responsibility
August 21st, 2012
Shame on the Department of Veterans Affairs for drawing a cloud of suspicion over what should be an honored organization that serves our military men and women. And kudos to the Tenth Circui...
Meetings watch: City council
August 21st, 2012
The Portales City Council met Tuesday night and took the following action:• Opposed taking actions to hire a lobbyist in a 4-3 vote.Ward C Councilor Leo Lovett o...
Lady Cats whip Portales
August 21st, 2012
The Clovis High girls soccer team knows tough matches are coming. As for Tuesday’s opener against Portales at Leon Williams Stadium, the Lady Wildcats got off to a solid start.
Freshmen educated on financial aid
August 21st, 2012
A new financial aid program at Eastern New Mexico University is targeting financial literacy for freshmen, and is one of a few changes on the first day of instruction for the college’s fall s...
Flower entries down at fair
August 21st, 2012
Flowers were in bloom at the Roosevelt County Fair Tuesday afternoon, but Portales Women’s Club members said Flower Show entries have declined from last year due to weather.
Start of school year boosts retail sales
August 21st, 2012
Local hotels and stores experienced an influx of business from another incoming freshmen class at Eastern New Mexico University this weekend.Hotels and store owners said they expect and prep...
Meetings watch: County commission
August 21st, 2012
At a Roosevelt County Commission meeting today in the Commission Room at the county courthouse, commissioners: • Heard a report from U.S. Department of Agriculture representative Cliff...
Clovis K-Bob's to reopen in October
August 21st, 2012
The parent company for K-Bob’s Steakhouse is planning to re-open its Mabry Drive location at the end of October, nearly three years after a fire gutted the building.According to a rele...
Melrose man recognized by National Weather Service
August 21st, 2012
From wind to rain to hail, with plenty of sunny skies in between, the weather changes plenty in eastern New Mexico. Grady Bright hasn’t.
Police blotter: Aug. 22
August 21st, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Sunday• 12:17 a.m.: Caller reported a possible fire, 2000 block South Roosevelt Road 2.•...
My turn: Advice for incoming freshmen
August 21st, 2012
Covering another Eastern New Mexico University event has yet again, given me a nostalgic experience.As I shadowed two incoming freshmen move into their dorm, I flashbacked to when I flew fro...
Fried sandwich nod to our heritage
August 21st, 2012
They don’t overwhelm my day, but a lot of random thoughts never leave my mind:• Had the NCAA handled Melky Cabrera’s failed drug test on behalf of Major League Baseball, wou...
Rams will be targeted after last year’s run to Class 3A title match
August 20th, 2012
The Portales Rams fell just short in their bid for the school’s first state soccer title last fall. Coach Brian Kirchner said, all the same, losing in the finals won’t chang...
Youths prep for showtime
August 20th, 2012
Shelden Breshears, 16, sprayed his pig, Gloria, with water Monday afternoon as he stood inside her pen at the Roosevelt County Fairgrounds.
State police: Officer was defending himself in shooting
August 20th, 2012
A state police officer was defending himself when he fatally shot a Clovis man Sunday, a police spokesman said Monday.Capt. Jimmy Glascock of the New Mexico State Police said Benjamin Selgad...
Schools focusing on attendance
August 20th, 2012
One of the main focuses for Portales High School faculty this school year is keeping students from missing class time, according to Principal Melvin Nusser.
Newspapers partnering with Google surveys
August 20th, 2012
Starting Sept. 1, online readers of Clovis Media Inc. will be asked to take a short survey to access full versions of stories.The company that owns the Clovis News Journal, Portales News-Tri...
What's in your bag: Aug. 21
August 20th, 2012
Caught off guard people empty their purse or bag and explain why they carry each item they have on them. Erin Baker of Portales attributes much of what’s in her purse to her four children. Sh...
Meetings watch: City council
August 20th, 2012
The following items will be on the agenda for the Portales City Council meeting at 7 p.m. today in the Council Chambers at city hall:• Update on U.S. 70 highway improve...
My turn: Fair week full of family fun
August 20th, 2012
There are so many things to be learned at the Roosevelt County Fair. I’ll share a few of my observations from previous years.Everyone looks good in a cowboy hat! Try one on sometime.
Police blotter: Aug. 21
August 20th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Friday• 12:03 p.m.: Caller requested an ambulance, 1700 block Bingham Stratton.• 12:05...
Meetings watch: County Commission
August 20th, 2012
The following items are on the agenda for the Roosevelt County Commission meeting at 9 a.m. today in the Commission Room at the county courthouse:• Public requests....
Dora news: Aug. 21
August 20th, 2012
Preschool newsPatty Mohon, preschool teacher, and her assistant, Elaine Schneider, are preparing for another school year for their students. Preschoolers in the Monday/Wednesday group will b...
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 10 p.m.
August 20th, 2012
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 10 p.m. Monday, according to the National Weather Service.Hail up to 1/2 inch in diameter and wind gusts up to 55 mph are expected with this st...
Lady Rams rebuilding on defense
August 18th, 2012
By Dave Wagner The Portales Lady Rams return a lot on offense, but not that much on defense this season.
Decisions not made at end of day
August 18th, 2012
"Focus on New Mexico" host Gene Grant hasn't a clue. The KNME-TV weekly discussion of all things New Mexico features experts in the subject de jour and smart questions from regular and guest pan...
Their view: State must take lead in promoting job growth
August 18th, 2012
Sam Bregman of Grass Roots New Mexico urges Gov. Susanna Martinez to focus on issues, not career.What is Gov. Martinez doing? Where are the jobs and where is the leadership...
Editorial: U.S. should lead in reducing emissions
August 18th, 2012
Just when record heat and punishing storms are shriveling climate-change denial like ears of corn in a Dust Bowl-style drought, along comes news of a United Nations fiasco that was supposed to redu...
Freshmen congregate for ENMU move-in day
August 18th, 2012
Megan McClary sat in her new home Saturday morning with her father Brien McClary trying to figure out how to arrange a room filled with too much furniture.
My turn: Facebook attacks reveal hypocrisy
August 18th, 2012
Scrolling though Facebook is like slogging through a third-world battleground.Rabid dogmatics attack their "enemies" with uninhibited slander and stereotypes.Faked images abound of...
Fire department to submit loan for equipment
August 18th, 2012
The Portales Fire Department has received approval from the city council to submit a loan for a new fire apparatus, a piece of equipment they have been needing for years, according to officials.
Portales schools earn accreditation
August 18th, 2012
Portales Municipal Schools earned accreditation from the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement (NCA CASI), according to a press release.According to th...
Grand juries focus of legal controversy
August 18th, 2012
At issue: Grand juries and how the secret panels are selected in Curry and Roosevelt counties.On one side, the defense lawyers who make a living challenging the system.On the other si...
Police blotter — Aug. 19
August 18th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday• 12:01 p.m.: Caller reported someone trying to sell her belon...
Senior calendar: Aug. 19
August 17th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at La Casa Senior CenterMonday: Closed for Conference on Aging T...
School menus: Aug. 19
August 17th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Hamburger on a bun, baked French fries, lettuce, tomato, apple.Tuesday: Breakfast &m...
Divorce help featured on show
August 17th, 2012
Information on a template for quilting called AnglePlay and choosing happiness after divorce will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon on Thursday....
On the shelves: Aug. 19
August 17th, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library“Nature’s Extremes: Earthquakes, Tsunamis, and Other Natural Disasters T...
Child abuse is everyone’s business
August 17th, 2012
I cannot remember the title of the video. It is, however, a video which our superintendent mentioned the other day during our in service preparation for a new school year. Perhaps I cannot remember...
Elida brothers will be missed
August 17th, 2012
One minute two brothers are on a community mission, the next a whole community is wondering how they’ll get by without them.The hurting was focused on the community of Elida recently a...
Hard work pays off for youths
August 17th, 2012
“It’s good to be king,” Tom Petty once sang, “whatever it pays.”
Storms spark hope
August 17th, 2012
The recent rain patterns have some Roosevelt and Curry County farmers praising Mother Nature and has left others envious.The hit and miss storms, experienced by some Wednesday and Thursday,...
McGee: Tacos Soto an unexpected surprise
August 17th, 2012
Someone had a hot dog stand in town offering “Sonoran Style” wieners.The words “Sonoran Style” brought out the memory of a trip to Sonora and eating “The Most U...
In search of ponies: Nancy Taylor never stopped giving
August 17th, 2012
For years to come, when Nancy Taylor’s name is mentioned people will remember her for all the lives she touched as she worked tirelessly to fill the shelves at the Food Bank of Eastern New Me...
Update: California man arrested in stabbing death
August 17th, 2012
A California man visiting Clovis as part of a cross-country trip died from a stab wound Friday morning and police have charged an acquaintance with his death, according to law enforcement officials...
My turn: Local fairs in full swing
August 16th, 2012
There’s more Curry County fair fun to be had this weekend as the fair in Clovis finishes up this weekend with the motocross show tonight and Saturday and a concert performance by Aaron Watson...
Their view: Veterans’ stories need to be told
August 16th, 2012
Rebecca Adling, an Air Force wife, writes a weekly column in Cannon Connections, our weekly military publication. Here is her latest effort:A while back, I read a book that stuck with me. It...
No one represents you in election
August 16th, 2012
It is amusing to watch the election promoters trying to make the anointed presidential candidates look different from one another.Especially when it means they are now promoting a candidate...
Editorial: Bipartisanship could save Social Security
August 16th, 2012
Here’s one case where bipartisanship ruled in Washington, but with a very negative outcome.For three decades Social Security’s payroll tax collections had been producing large su...
Police blotter — Aug. 17
August 16th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• 11:24 a.m.: Caller reported receiving threats from his neig...
Food bank hires interim director
August 16th, 2012
Former DeBaca County Administrator MelindaJoy Pattison is the new interim executive director of the Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico, the organization's board announced Thursday.Food bank bo...
Religion feature: Brothers' church project becomes community project
August 16th, 2012
What started as a church project has now become a community project, said Dare Stevens, pastor of the First United Methodist Church of Elida.Locals said in response to the impact brothers Ro...
Fair dedicated to longtime supporters
August 16th, 2012
Rod Payne and Murry Jeffries were two men who dedicated their time and hearts to the Roosevelt County Fair for years.
Religion column: Make good choices in life's journey
August 16th, 2012
Each dawn brings a new day and it is one that has never been lived before.It comes tiptoeing through my window with spectacular splendor. Pink streaks with rays of sunshine are painted with...
Officials: School resource officer program welcome to return
August 16th, 2012
A school resource officer program would be welcomed back at Portales High School, according to Portales school district officials.The suspension of the program for the 2012-2013 school year...
Doctor talks Medicare, checkups
August 15th, 2012
Roosevelt General Hospital officials said they have received a lot of questions about wellness checks from Medicare patients. Dr. Erika Garcia, who practices family medicine at RGH, answered questi...
Roosevelt County Fair schedule
August 15th, 2012
Roosevelt County FairTuesday through SundayRoosevelt County FairgroundsFree entertainment nightlyTuesday• 6:30 a.m.: New Mexico Christian Children's Home po...
Three things about Sen. Bingaman
August 15th, 2012
Clovis Media Inc. Editor David Stevens writes about regional history on his blog at:www.highplainsyesterdays.comHere are some recen...
Area students weigh in on first week of school
August 15th, 2012
Elida senior Tate Turnbough helped junior high students mix ingredients into a bowl Wednesday afternoon for a Mexican cuisine they were making during a family consumer science class.
Ticket Feature: Foley Bluegrass Band performing in Portales
August 15th, 2012
For the latest musical performance it’s hosting, the Yam Theater in Portales is keeping it local. As far as music, the featured performer keeps the music in the family.The Foley...
Police blotter — Aug. 16
August 15th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday• 2:13 p.m.: Officer requested a warrant number to serve a warr...
My turn: Fair entries half the fun
August 15th, 2012
One of our oldest and best traditions kicks off next week: the Roosevelt County Fair.Some folks toil practically year-round in preparation, raising livestock, stitching heirloom quilts, pres...
Traffic to ENMU rerouted
August 15th, 2012
The move-in day for incoming freshmen at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales is Saturday, according to an ENMU press release.Traffic is being rerouted for those coming to campus due to...
Your gift of blood can save lives
August 14th, 2012
It was three Fridays ago, and I was just pulling up at the Clovis Civic Center. I’d been there numerous times before … for an empty building, for a full building, and all points betwee...
Their view: Bishop urges prayers for American workers
August 14th, 2012
This press release on American workers was issued by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops: People of faith stand with people who’ve been left behind and should seek econ...
Bill compensates Lejeune families
August 14th, 2012
President Obama signed a bipartisan bill last week that, for the first time, offers veterans and family members government-funded hospitalization and medical services for 15 specific ailments presu...
Editorial: Football exciting sport, but filled with danger
August 14th, 2012
If you’re ready to play some football, make sure your safety gear fits properly, it’s used properly and you pay close attention to the rules related to contact.One of our favorit...
Students, teachers return to school
August 14th, 2012
Amy Rippee's third-grade students clapped and cheered for her as she named all 19 of her students while playing the "name game."
Female Portales police officer disciplined
August 14th, 2012
A female Portales police officer was disciplined recently for being involved in an altercation July 24 while off duty.Lt. Mark Cage of the PPD declined to release the name of the officer or...
Road closure concerns landowners
August 14th, 2012
Steve Reeves owns the only house on a stretch of Curry Road R the county is considering closing at the request of Cannon Air Force Base officials.Reeves believes the county should buy his pr...
Official: Even with cuts, beautification money should be enough
August 14th, 2012
Portales Deputy Clerk Veda Urioste says the $7,900 beautification grant the city received should be enough to maintain yearly cleaning projects even though funding has been cut.
My turn: Distance from family not easy
August 14th, 2012
I feel like a fool for being upset with my family. I jokingly posted a Facebook status about how they do not tell me anything that goes on back home.I guess the joke was on me when my father...
Police blotter — Aug. 15
August 14th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Friday• 12:02 a.m.: Caller reported a party with possible underage dri...
My turn: Small town directions reference past
August 13th, 2012
When those of us who have lived here for decades give directions, we speak our own little language.We might tell someone to meet us at a convenience store, followed with "where the old skat...
Meetings watch: Portales Municipal Schools Board of Education
August 13th, 2012
In a Portales Municipal Schools Board of Education meeting Monday at the L.C. Cozzens Administration Building, board members:• Presented Portales High School graduate Russell Edward Van...
What's in your bag? — Aug. 14
August 13th, 2012
Caught off guard, people empty their purse or bag and explain why they carry each item they have on them. Even what they find can surprise them.
Students, teachers prepare for school at open house
August 13th, 2012
Emily Brown hugged seventh- and eighth-grade English teacher Melody Ortega on Monday afternoon in a classroom at Portales Junior High School.
Police blotter — Aug. 14
August 13th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs:Friday• 4:44 p.m.: Caller reported a motor vehicle accident, Second Street and Avenue C...
Time for Romney to release returns
August 11th, 2012
Scurrilous would be a step up for Harry Reid. If he were a Republican ... you know the drill. The word "McCarthyite" would be on everyone's lips and the thoroughly contemptible accusation &mdash...
Their view: Clean energy advocates push for N.M. land use
August 11th, 2012
A snippet from a press release from The Center for American Progress on renewable energy:The Center for American Progress this week released "The Vast Potential for Renewable Energy in the...
Editorial: Kicking case could have been averted
August 11th, 2012
The Albuquerque Police Department did the right thing in firing two officers after surveillance video became public that showed one officer kicking a suspect at least 10 times as the other held him...
Retiring senator Bingaman discusses last two terms in interview
August 11th, 2012
U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingaman, D-N.M., visited Eastern New Mexico Monday for what may be his final time as a sitting senator. Bingaman, a Silver City native, is retiring after this term, his...
Police Blotter — August 12
August 11th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Thursday10:49 a.m.: Caller reported they smelled smoke in the area, 5...
War Memorial to be completed this fall
August 11th, 2012
The Roosevelt County War Memorial site will be completed this fall with the addition of 196 paver stones as a walkway in front of the memorial, according to a Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce p...
Events Calendar — August 12
August 11th, 2012
Monday Bingo — 1 p.m., Los Abuelitos Senior Center. Information: 356-5056.
My Turn — August 12
August 11th, 2012
A friend who teaches high school and college in neighboring Texas towns as conservative as the High Plains surprised me with his views on gay marriage. The Republican/Libertarian, who requested ano...
Issued permits growing steadily
August 11th, 2012
By Christina Calloway PNT senior writerccalloway@pntonline.comPortales Planning Director Sammy Standefer said the city has seen a steady increase in growth yearly, based o...
ENMU fall sports teams ready to begin
August 11th, 2012
First-year Eastern New Mexico University football coach Josh Lynn is chomping at the bit.The Greyhounds were scheduled to report for the new season on Saturday, with the first practices sche...
School menus: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
Portales schoolsTuesday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza, red apples, milk. Lunch — Hamburgers, curly fries, lettuce and tomato, oranges, milk.Wednesday: Brea...
Anniversaries: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
SmithArthur Clement and Marian Lee Smith of Clovis will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. The couple will have a private celebration in Albuquerque in August with th...
Births: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
PerezEdward Parker Perez III was born July 28, 2012, to Marlena and Edward Perez Jr. of Lompoc Calif., at Lompoc Valley Medical Center in Lompoc. He weighed five pounds and...
On the shelves: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
The following books are available at: Clovis-Carver Public Library“The World’s Must-See Places” by Anna Streiffert was given by Dia...
Desserts with figs featured on show
August 10th, 2012
Information on preparing desserts with figs, making a crocheted bowl and lactose intolerance will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday....
Weddings: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
Ramey-FennMelody Lynn Ramey and Jacob John Fenn, both of Clovis, were joined in marriage July 6, 2012, in Clovis during a private ceremony. The bride is the daughter...
Engagements: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
Hall-MechamRamona Hall and Jon Mecham, both of Clovis, will exchange vows 5 p.m. Aug. 25, 2012, at the Elk’s Lodge in Clovis. Invitations have been sent.
Senior calendar: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los Abuelitos PortalesTuesday: 9 a.m. board of directors...
Much to do within day’s drive
August 10th, 2012
Among the fall weekend attractions which occur yearly, there are some which we enjoy doing when we can, meaning every several years. Maybe given unlimited budget, it would be every year...
‘Texas’ timeless tale for all
August 10th, 2012
It had been awhile since we’d all been to “Texas” and a recent trip to Palo Duro Canyon didn’t disappoint.We had great weather, if anything it was a little too hot in...
Our people: The Music Man
August 10th, 2012
Carl Wesley moved to Clovis from Long Beach, Calif., about five years ago because he wanted to escape the rough inner city life he dealt with growing up. He also wanted to help his grandfather, Alt...
Cannon Appreciation Day
August 10th, 2012
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — Senior Airman Blake Johnson sat down on a blanket in the grass with his wife, Meichelle, and their three children Friday afternoon to enjoy hamburgers and hot dogs as...
Judge sets new bond for accused officer
August 10th, 2012
A former school resource police officer accused of having sex with a 16-year-old girl he met at Portales High School has a new bond.Magistrate Judge Richard Hollis set Victor Castillo’...
ENMU track, cross country coach leaving
August 10th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University track and cross country coach Mike Harney is returning to his native Florida.Harney has accepted a high school economics teaching position in his hometown of Fo...
Sen. Udall tours area
August 10th, 2012
New Mexico’s current junior senator, and soon-to-be senior senator, made visits Friday throughout eastern New Mexico.
McGee: Encounters with the law
August 10th, 2012
It’s been over a month since a member of the family has returned home. In that time he’s been pulled over by the police three times.I was having a philosophical chat with The Tic...
In search of ponies: Birds must battle elements of nature
August 10th, 2012
Air conditioners work overtime, flowers wilt in an effort to escape the sun and lemonade and ice tea flow — it’s hot.Humans actually have it pretty easy, able to duck indoors whe...
Elida brothers killed in crash
August 10th, 2012
Two Elida residents died Thursday afternoon in a two vehicle crash on U.S. 70 near mile marker 380 in Chaves County, according to New Mexico State Police.According to a state police press re...
Press release: Xcel asks customers to curb electricity use
August 10th, 2012
AMARILLO, Texas – Xcel Energy is asking electricity customers in its Texas and New Mexico service territory to conserve...
ENMU professor talks about NASA work
August 9th, 2012
When NASA's Curiosity rover landed Sunday on Mars, Jim Constantopoulos was at the edge of his seat.
Ex-Portales officer's bond revoked
August 9th, 2012
A former Portales police officer accused of having sex with a girl he met as a school resource officer is back in jail.Magistrate Judge Richard Hollis revoked a $100,000 cash or surety (10 p...
No loopholes in libertarianism
August 9th, 2012
It’s usually nice when you run across something that confirms what you already thought to be true. However, “nice” doesn’t really get you anywhere if you care about truth. T...
Abuses call for inquiry by Congress
August 9th, 2012
Air Force leaders are moving forward with prosecutions and investigations related to sexual abuse and misconduct at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Last month, Air Force prosecu...
Educators prep for changes
August 9th, 2012
Progress was the educational theme Thursday morning during a back-to-school conference held by Portales Municipal Schools.
Portales woman jailed for overdue books files lawsuit
August 9th, 2012
A Portales woman arrested and jailed for an overdue library book filed suit against the city Thursday in 9th Judicial District Court.The lawsuit filed by Lori Martinez, also known as Lori Te...
Talent show features local acts
August 9th, 2012
Eleven acts are scheduled to perform in Saturday’s 31st annual Texaco Country Showdown at the Lyceum Theatre.The winner advances to the state level in the contest. The show...
My turn: Nothing tops 50s films
August 9th, 2012
I know what all of you are probably thinking at this point: Why does this person obsessively talk about 1950s films? I don’t have a lot of free time. Most evenings I get home too late...
Police blotter: Aug. 10
August 9th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Wednesday• Noon: Walk-up for fingerprints, 1700 block of North Boston.• 12:30 p.m.: Wal...
Your faith is treasured possession
August 9th, 2012
Any deviation from Biblical principles is an open door for disaster.This concept is as old as time itself. It can be traced in history as far back as can be pursued.An undeniable resu...
Police chief moves up retirement
August 9th, 2012
Portales Police Department Chief Jeff Gill told city officials Wednesday that he will retire Aug. 31, three weeks prior to his original retirement date.
Record-breaking heat not felt by New Mexicans
August 8th, 2012
By Christina Calloway PNT senior writerccalloway@pntonline.comIn a year that was the hottest July on record, New Mexicans hardly felt a difference.At 77.6 degrees,...
Audits approved at EPCOG meeting
August 8th, 2012
By Kevin Wilson CMI Staff writerkwilson@cnjonline.comCurrent members of the Eastern Plains Council of Governments approved three years of scathing audits Wednesday morning...
Police Blotter — August 9
August 8th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Tuesday1 p.m.: Someone walked up for fingerprints.1:36 p.m.: C...
Events Calendar — August 9
August 8th, 2012
Today General meeting — 11 a.m., Los Abuelitos Senior Center. Information: 356-5056. CAFB Vars...
My Turn — August 9
August 8th, 2012
We have ants in our bird feeder. Or maybe we have birds in our ant feeder. In this week of Olympic records and Martian landings, it might seem like an odd thing to note, but these ants...
Q&A: Archaeologist to join
faculty
August 8th, 2012
By Christina Calloway PNT senior writerccalloway@pntonline.comSam Duwe is excited to teach anthropology courses this fall at Eastern New Mexico University.Duwe, an...
Fishing report — Aug. 9
August 8th, 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 after t...
Ticket feature: County fair season gearing up
August 8th, 2012
Whether it's rhythm or rides, magic or music, there's something of interest over the next two weeks at the Curry and Roosevelt county fairgrounds.
Press release: Drought assistance available for NM farmers
August 8th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Today U.S. SENATORS TOM UDALL AND JEFF BINGAMAN announced that in light of historic drought conditions, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking steps to immedi...
Tucumcari Olympian misses qualifying by one spot
August 8th, 2012
Former Tucumcari resident Amber Campbell missed qualifying for finals of the women's hammer throw by one spot Wednesday at the Summer Olympic games in London.Campbell, who lived in Tucumari...
Young players dominate Rams roster
August 7th, 2012
The Portales Rams will definitely be a team in transition, but their new coach says the players are handling it well so far.
Upward Bound faces cuts
August 7th, 2012
By Christina Calloway PNT senior writerccalloway@pntonline.comRodrick Chambers, the area’s Upward Bound director, says the program provides opportunities for area hi...
Changes to Main Avenue discussed
August 7th, 2012
By Christina CallowayPNT senior writerccalloway@pntonline.comPortales City councilors seemed optimistic Tuesday about City Manager Tom Howell's recommendations to solve traffi...
Rams practices progressing
August 7th, 2012
CMI STAFF The Portales Rams will definitely be a team in transition, but their new coach says the players are handling it well so far.Two days into the first wee...
Good games don’t make bad memories go away
August 7th, 2012
The good memories come and go, but the great memories need the bad ones to elevate them. The girl you marry makes up for the bad relationships before. Beating the video game makes up for all the ti...
Police Blotter — August 8
August 7th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Sunday12:25 a.m.: Caller reported suspicious activity, 400 block West...
My Turn — August 8
August 7th, 2012
I just had to find out New Mexico had a tax free weekend. That holiday does not exist in California, so I thought people were yanking my chain when I moved to Texas and was told the tale of the tax...
Events Calendar — August 8
August 7th, 2012
Today EPCOG meeting — 10 a.m., 418 Main Street in Clovis. Information: 762-7714.Federal Commodity Di...
Their view: Leaking information endangers Americans
August 7th, 2012
Allen E. Weh, a New Mexico businessman and retired Marine Corps colonel who ran for governor of New Mexico in 2010, offers this take on leaking classified information for apparent political gain.
Surplus created in health care costs
August 7th, 2012
The Defense Department’s push to phase in substantial TRICARE fee increases for military retirees came under fresh attack from Congress and military associations last week after officials con...
Editorial: Portales police plagued with problems
August 7th, 2012
At first, problems reported at the Portales Police Department appeared barely beyond ordinary, the kinds of things many small-town law agencies face as they train officers with limited experience.
Hospital scores big in survey
August 6th, 2012
By Alisa Boswell PNT staff writeraboswell@pntonline.comRoosevelt General Hospital’s dedication to patient satisfaction is paying off.RGH led the state in the...
School supplies campaign gaining momentum
August 6th, 2012
The United Way of Eastern New Mexico’s “Stuff the Bus” campaign is gaining traction in the community according to a spokeswoman for the organization. United Way receiv...
Paperwork key point at renters forum
August 6th, 2012
By Kevin Wilson CNJ staff writerkwilson@cnjonline.comMuch like a landlord rights and responsibilities forum in May, the key point illustrated in a Monday night companion f...
Dora schools to be starting soon
August 6th, 2012
PNT staffRegistration for new and returning students for kindergarten through 12th grade will be held 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday. Buses will not run on this day, nor will meals...
Meetings Watch — August 7
August 6th, 2012
The following items will be on the agenda for the Portales City Council at 7 p.m. today in the Council Chambers at city hall: Update on U.S. 70 improvements.Pres...
Spokeswoman: 'Stuff the Bus' gaining traction
August 6th, 2012
The United Way of Eastern New Mexico's "Stuff the Bus" campaign is gaining traction in the community, according to a spokeswoman for the organization.United Way received 3,592 school supp...
Police Blotter — August 7
August 6th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Friday9:48 a.m.: Caller reported having an argument with their son, 1...
My Turn — August 7
August 6th, 2012
Finally! August has arrived, just when I was beginning to think it would never get here. While many cling to the wonderfully long days of summer, hoping they'll last a little longer, I'm always a...
Events Calendar — August 7
August 6th, 2012
Today Child Seat Clinic — 4 p.m.-6 p.m., Hilltop Plaza parking lot in Clovis. Information: 763-9427....
Team roping has marathon type of feel
August 4th, 2012
If PBA bull riding is like the 100-meter dash of rodeo events, full of glitz and instant big rewards for the winners, team roping is more akin to the marathon.
Rams set to begin football practice on Monday
August 4th, 2012
The Jaime Ramirez era in Portales is about to begin.Ramirez, hired in March as the Rams’ new football coach, will lead his team into two-a-days beginning on Monday at the PHS practice...
Community Events — August 5
August 4th, 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...
You can only put fire off for so long
August 4th, 2012
Every summer we watch hundreds of thousands of acres of forest burn. As I listen to folks anguish and wring their hands, I have to remind myself it is all part of nature's cycle in the west.
Police Blotter — August 5
August 4th, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Thursday10:52 a.m.: Caller reported a grass fire, Floyd.11:26...
Events Calendar — August 5
August 4th, 2012
Monday Tenant Rights and Responsibilities Seminar — 6 p.m., Clovis Community College town hall. Free seminar to inf...
My Turn — August 5
August 4th, 2012
I recently received an email from Andrea Fluhman. I’m having trouble remembering her, but — based on her salutation — we must be close.z...
Residents enjoy tax-free holiday
August 4th, 2012
By Kevin Wilson CMI STAFF WRITERkwilson@cnjonline.comShoppers around New Mexico were filling up their carts, and filling up a few school buses, while trying to not complet...
City furious over case
August 4th, 2012
By Christina Calloway PNT senior writerccalloway@pntonline.comPortales city councilor Keith Thomas said Saturday he was disgusted when he learned about felony charges agai...
Bingaman to visit ENMU
August 4th, 2012
Sen. Jeff Bingaman, D-New Mexico, will visit Eastern New Mexico University at 10 a.m. on Monday to speak with students about affordable education for New Mexicans.Bingaman plans to discuss P...
Road work this week
August 4th, 2012
Area road construction and closure information for this week:State and FederalConstructors, Inc. remains on to First Street from Avenue C going west on First Street to Avenue F in Por...
Sign worker electrocuted (Updated)
August 3rd, 2012
One Clovis man died and another was severely burned when they apparently suffered electric shocks Friday while working on a billboard on east Mabry Drive, police said.Timothy J. Krach,...
Club notes: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
American Legion AuxiliaryThe American Legion Auxiliary Department of New Mexico held their School of Instruction July 21-22 at the MGM Elegante in Albuquerque. Vicki Ovalle,...
Reunions: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
CHS class of 1960Clovis High School class of 1960 is having a class reunion Sept. 26 and Sept. 27 in Albuquerque at Sandia Resort. Several other classes (1955 through 1965,...
On the shelves: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
The following books are available at: Clovis-Carver Public Library“Better Homes and Gardens Biggest Book of Casseroles: More Than...
Show will feature local gardener
August 3rd, 2012
Information on designing and fitting knit garments, caring for houseplants, and ways to reduce the laundry load will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and...
Anniversaries: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
Romero Reynaldo and Sally Romero of Clovis will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at 2 p.m. Aug. 18 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church with a reception to follow at Knig...
Weddings: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
Montgomery-AcostaLeila Montgomery and Harvey Acosta, both of Portales, were joined in marriage on July 13 at the Rose Garden in Clovis with Judge Fred Arnold performing the...
Senior calendar: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at Friendship Senior CenterMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Lo...
Fair time brings back memories
August 3rd, 2012
So the late and sorely missed Chris Ledoux extolled the virtues of one of the highlights of many small town and rural areas — the county fair.From Montana to the Florida grasslands, fr...
My past now belongs in museum
August 3rd, 2012
We all want some of the things we touched in life to live on for posterity but it’s a shock to walk into a history museum and find an item you had personal experience operating.Such wa...
In Search of Ponies: Cats operate on reverse psychology
August 3rd, 2012
“I’m running late,” the woman’s sleepy voice stated. “I overslept because the cat laid on top of my cell phone and muffled the alarm.It had to be the best excus...
McGee: Grandma used to smoke the wacky weed
August 3rd, 2012
Summer days like these remind me of a time almost 40 years ago that I learned my grandma had smoked The Marijuana.My father's mother would sit in her easy chair in the corner of the living...
Former Portales cop accused of sex with a minor (Updated)
August 3rd, 2012
A former Portales police officer is charged with 31 felonies, accused of maintaining a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old girl he met while serving as the department's school resource officer....
Gross receipts down
August 2nd, 2012
By Christina Calloway PNT senior writerccalloway@pntonline.comCity officials say it’s hard to pinpoint why gross receipts in May were down $7.9 million from five yea...
Delay in privatization will
not impact personnel
August 2nd, 2012
By Gabriel Monte CNJ staff writergmonte@cnjonline.comA delay in housing privatization at Cannon Air Force base will not impact the influx of military personnel, according...
New Clovis business will sell organic foods
August 2nd, 2012
PNT StaffBill Bargman says he aims to supply the demand of area residents’ appetite for organic and gourmet foods.Bargman and his wife Rhonda plan to bring change to the Roden-S...
Police blotter — August 3
August 2nd, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Wednesday11 a.m.: Walk-up for fingerprints, 1700 block of North Bosto...
Event calendar — August 3
August 2nd, 2012
Today Ram Soccer Youth Summer Camp — 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Ram Soccer Field at the high school. Children 3 to 13 ye...
Portales officer resigns
August 2nd, 2012
PNT staff A Portales police officer resigned from the department Wednesday, less than one week after a New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy board member announced his officer certificatio...
Their view: Home is where the Air Force Sends Us
August 2nd, 2012
Rebecca Adling, an Air Force wife, writes a weekly column in Cannon Connections, our weekly military publication. Here is her latest effort: A few years back, while stationed in...
Friend: Nancy Taylor’s death personal, communal
August 2nd, 2012
Eastern New Mexico lost a "loyal friend" with a "passion to feed the hungry," when Nancy Taylor died on Thursday, friends said.
Column: Gun laws won’t prevent deaths
August 2nd, 2012
Wouldn’t stronger laws or more strict enforcement stop people from killing the innocent with guns? For the life of me I can’t figure out why it’s supposedly worse to be murdered w...
Editorial: Congratulations, thanks belong to Doc Elder
August 2nd, 2012
Donald “Doc” Elder has brought multiple accolades to eastern New Mexico. The latest was announced this week: The Portales history professor by day is the Lone Star Conference Broa...
Flash mobbing hits Portales
August 1st, 2012
PNT staff writeraboswell@pntonline.comPortales Senior Citizens Center Director Dawn Kryder waved her hands in the air as four members of the center followed suit.“OK,...
Police Blotter — August 2
August 1st, 2012
Portales police, sheriff and fire call logs: Tuesday10:50 a.m.: Caller reported she was arguing with her ex-husban...
Events Calendar — August 2
August 1st, 2012
TodayRam Soccer Youth Summer Camp — 8:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Ram Soccer Field at the high school. Children 3 to 13 years ol...
Fishing report — Aug. 2
August 1st, 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...
Businesses expecting boost in sales on tax-free weekend
August 1st, 2012
Sheila Hays, owner of Sheila's Ladies Apparel in Portales, expects to see the jeans and T-shirts fly off the shelves this weekend during the state's tax-free weekend sales.
My Turn — August 2
August 1st, 2012
When my less-than-blazing speed was duly noted by the Dora track coach 35-plus years ago, I was sent with the other slow-pokes to the old baseball field, supplied with a softball, a shot put and a...
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