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CHS weekend basketball capsules — Feb. 1
January 31st, 2013
GIRLSClovis (18-1) at Artesia (14-7) today,
No criminal charges will be pursued against former Clovis officer
January 31st, 2013
Former Clovis police officer Stephen Gallegos has been charged with two traffic violations for his involvement in a 2010 fatal crash, according to his attorney Dan Lindsey.The crash re...
Police blotter — Feb. 1
January 31st, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Wednesday• 6:13 a.m.: Caller reported criminal damages, 1100 block of Park Drive.
Sen. Woods' gay marriage view challenged in letter
January 31st, 2013
Anne Jezek wants to know how two people loving each other affects Republican state Sen. Pat Woods, who has introduced legislation defining marriage as being between one man and one woman.Jez...
PRMC boss says Medicaid expansion 'positive' change
January 31st, 2013
Plains Regional Medical Center Administrator Hoyt Skabelund says he hasn’t seen any changes yet at the Clovis hospital from the Affordable Care Act, but is enthusiastic about the expansion of...
Gray fox beneficial to area
January 31st, 2013
A few nights ago my neighbor said that a dog just cleared his five-foot high backyard fence slicker than a whistle. I said, “Hate to say this, but that may not have been a dog.”...
Zias hope to prove LSC poll wrong
January 31st, 2013
Eastern New Mexico University softball coach Lauren Sigwing isn’t that surprised her team was picked for last place this season in the 10-team Lone Star Conference.That said, she&rsquo...
Selfishness not necessarily evil act
January 31st, 2013
One of the self-evident tenets of libertarianism is that of self-ownership. You own your life, and the products of your life.If you didn’t own yourself, you couldn’t give your li...
Public opinion more powerful than regulation
January 31st, 2013
The influence of public opinion can be greater than any government mandate. That must be the message delivered the other day by PepsiCo Inc., the maker of Gatorade, the most popular sports drink in...
Christian values should set us apart
January 31st, 2013
I have had a request from a reader this week for a column I wrote several years ago. So I am offering my column about my mother's silver to my readers this week.I have told it before but ea...
a view from under the pew: amos suffers rejection
January 31st, 2013
Editor’s note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can’t operate the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation marks – exc...
Greyhounds rally from 17 down for overtime win
January 30th, 2013
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Maybe the Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball just takes a while to warm up.For the second straight game, the Greyhounds shot lights out in the sec...
New Mexico fishing report: Jan. 31, 2013
January 30th, 2013
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...
Sen. Pat Woods says system of regent appointments too political in na...
January 30th, 2013
Republican state Sen. Pat Woods of Broadview is supporting proposed constitutional amendments sponsored by Las Cruces Democrats Rep. Jeff Steinborn and Sen. William Soules requiring elections for s...
Letter to the editor: Volunteers for air museum sought
January 30th, 2013
An exploratory committee is needed for Fort Sumner Army Air Field Museum. That was the consensus among the 30 people who attended my presentation on that air field’s history, my...
Deregulation of motor carrier business needed
January 30th, 2013
T here is the one piece of legislation proposed this session that will jump-start new businesses by ensuring more New Mexicans can get a ride without being taken for one. It&rsqu...
Angelo State surges in second half to beat Zias
January 30th, 2013
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Lauren Holt posted a double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds, and Angelo State moved closer to .500 for the regular season and Lone Star Conference play with a 54-47...
Former district judge Parker dies
January 30th, 2013
Former district judge Joe Parker died Wednesday in Amarillo. Parker, who had battled with Parkinson’s disease and Lewy Body disease, was 64.Services are scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday a...
Commander: Base supports wind energy development
January 30th, 2013
Few questions were asked by regional residents following a presentation by Cannon Air Force Base commander Col. Buck Elton Wednesday morning, during which he it made clear base officials are highly...
What's happening — jan. 31
January 30th, 2013
TodayCurry County DWI Task Force Meeting — 4 p.m. 700 North Main St., Suite 10, Curry County Commission Room. Public participation welcome.Info...
CSI class at Freshman Academy grows
January 30th, 2013
Walking down the school corridor at Clovis High School Freshman Academy, I heard a pain-stricken groan coming from one of the restrooms. Glancing up, I caught sight of two New Mexico State P...
Police blotter — Jan. 31
January 30th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Tuesday• 12:56 a.m.: Caller reported harassment, 1200 block of West Seventh Street....
The most important guest at any wedding is ...
January 30th, 2013
I was thinking recently about a long-ago wedding — the one Jesus attended at Cana of Galilee, the same one in which he became the winemaker for the feast. And that reminded me of another wedd...
Cats ease by Texico
January 29th, 2013
If there were any concerns the Clovis Wildcats would play to the competition of Class 2A Texico, they were gone about three seconds in.That’s when Kamal Cass scored a layup off the ope...
Bond renewal would keep taxes the same
January 29th, 2013
A bond election being considered by the Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education would, if passed, would provide $20 million for the school district.It would also keep intact an existing...
Police blotter — Jan. 30
January 29th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls: Monday• 2:32 a.m.: Caller reported narcotics in the area, near Thornton Street...
Electoral college system obsolete
January 29th, 2013
We were sure for an election spectacle both Romney and Obama backers were certain their polls and math, and only their polls and math, were right. Somebody had to be wrong, and it was Karl Rove and...
Report disputes cost of reservists
January 29th, 2013
This time last year the Air Force unveiled a plan to cut Air National Guard strength by 5,100 members along with more than 200 Guard aircraft. They touted this as a reasonable efficiency, in part b...
Less regulation equals better government
January 29th, 2013
New Mexico’s been a state for more than 100 years. One might think we’d be organized by now, that the annual lawmaking get-togethers in Santa Fe would only be needed for tweaking or may...
Websites down on Wednesday morning
January 29th, 2013
Clovis Media Inc. websites will be off line for about two hours Wednesday morning.“The building that has our websites stored in it is having maintenance done on its electrical system,&...
Wind power discussion set for base
January 28th, 2013
The 27th Special Operations Wing leadership at Cannon Air Force Base is hosting a meeting with local landowners at 10 a.m. Wednesday to discuss wind turbine development projects and proposals.
CHS/Texico boys basketball capsule — Jan. 29
January 28th, 2013
Texico (11-5) at Clovis (11-6)7 p.m. today at The Rock...
Legislator offers bill to define marriage
January 28th, 2013
Republican state Sen. Pat Woods of Broadview says he believes in his heart that marriage should be between one man and one woman and has introduced legislation to amend the Constitution of New Mexi...
Business digest: Green program seeks applicants
January 28th, 2013
The New Mexico Environment Department is accepting applications for the 2013 Green Zia Environmental Leadership Program. The program recognizes environmental and sustainability achievements of New...
Police blotter: Jan. 29, 2013
January 28th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Friday• 4:57 a...
County employee charged with gas theft
January 28th, 2013
A Curry County Road Department employee is being charged with embezzlement, accused of using a county charge card for personal purchases, according to court records.According to records:...
Guards injured in Tucumcari escape attempt
January 28th, 2013
Two Quay County Detention Center officers were injured Sunday by an inmate attempting to escape, 10th Judicial District Attorney Tim Rose said.
Interactive: Super Bowl history
January 28th, 2013
Interactive includes a visual history of Super Bowl tickets, historical information on each game, a Football 101 video explainer and a quiz on Super Bowl trivia.
Hot-shooting Hounds storm past Buffs
January 26th, 2013
CANYON, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s men suddenly found their shooting touch in the second half on Saturday.Down by five points at the half, the Greyhounds shot a blaz...
Lady Cats pull away from Rio Rancho
January 26th, 2013
Rio Rancho was able to stay with Clovis High’s girls on Saturday night — until the 3-pointers quit falling.The Rams were uncanny early, hitting four 3-pointers in the first quart...
School Menus — Jan. 27
January 26th, 2013
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — chicken and pasta, steamed broccoli, carrots...
Senior Happenings — Jan. 27
January 26th, 2013
La Casa Senior Center 1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m., dance...
Creative Living — Show to feature fabric postcards
January 26th, 2013
Information on making fabric postcards, using duck tape to make bangle bracelets, and putting a vegetarian spin on Carne Adovado will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p....
On The Shelves — Jan. 27
January 26th, 2013
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library Investment M...
Pro Bowl presents conflicting challenges
January 26th, 2013
“The NFL hopes to decide the fate of the Pro Bowl by the time it releases next season's schedule in April. And the fate of the league's all-star game largely will depend on how much effort...
I’ll take my ice in a tea glass
January 26th, 2013
As far as I’m concerned, there are only two times when ice is a good thing. When it’s hot and you’re making tea and when you need to get up a muddy road.That second instanc...
Our People — The tide is changing
January 26th, 2013
Daniel Graham developed an interest in the keyboard at age 8. He received his first keyboard at age 9 as a Christmas present request. His band, “The Changing Tide,” was formed ab...
Cats let late lead slip away
January 26th, 2013
Clovis High had control of the game, then saw it slip away late.Senior guard Cullen Neal scored 20 points and Eldorado ended regulation with a 9-0 run over the final three minutes before pul...
Filling the hole left by Dear Abby
January 26th, 2013
In honor of the passing of Pauline Phillips, the original Dear Abby — whose late twin, Eppie Lederer, wrote the competing Ann Landers column — my cousins Chef Juandel, The Anglo Mariach...
Private funded PRC invites more problems
January 26th, 2013
The League of Women Voters of New Mexico is proposing the state Public Regulation Commission get its funding off the industries it regulates. There may be precedent, but this is...
Victim advocates play vital role
January 26th, 2013
Victim advocates often respond with law enforcement and medical providers to violent crime. As a first responder, a victim advocate’s role is to tend to any and all emotional needs of...
Letter to the editor: Reader to thief: Enjoy figurines while you can
January 26th, 2013
Someone stole two figurines from my yard.Some things I’d like for the thief to know:The figure of a golfer was a gift from my daughter; the figure of St. Francis I purchased for...
Armed school staff being explored in Dora
January 26th, 2013
One Roosevelt County school district is considering the possibility of arming staff members in their schools in light of last month's school shooting in Connecticut.
Whatever happened to ... Beverlee McClure
January 26th, 2013
Editor's note: This is a periodic feature on prominent former area residents.
Fiscal cliff issues still loom
January 26th, 2013
The fiscal cliff that had threatened the nation with possible recession became a speed bump at the last minute on New Year's Day, but the law that averted the cliff consisted mostly of date change...
Road work this week
January 26th, 2013
Area road construction and closure information for this week:Curry CountyCurry County continues to patch potholes on roads throughout the county. Gra...
What's happening — Jan. 27
January 26th, 2013
All times MSTTodayEnglish Chamber Music Recital — 7 p.m., Music Building, Buchanan Hall at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales. Guest speaker Gerald Welker. Admission is f...
Lady Buffs hand Zias 70-43 setback
January 26th, 2013
CANYON, Texas — Junior forward Devin Griffin scored 14 points and West Texas A&M pulled away in the second half for 70-43 Lone Star Conference women’s basketball victory over Easter...
Ag department hosting public meetings
January 26th, 2013
The Department of Agriculture will host two public meetings to provide program updates and the Hispanic and women farmers and rancher claims process will be discussed, according to a USDA press rel...
Police blotter — Jan. 27
January 26th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls:Thursday• 7:16 a.m.: Caller in reference to fraud, 1500 block of Sycamore Street.&bu...
Weekly update — Jan. 27
January 26th, 2013
County declines probe inspectionCurry County has declined to allow inspection of a private investigator's probe into allegations of a cover-up at the jail.The county...
ENMU teams picked for last in LSC polls
January 26th, 2013
RICHARDSON, Texas — Angelo State is favored to repeat Lone Star Conference championships this spring in baseball and softball. Meantime, there’s only one way to go for Eastern New Mexic...
Rams pull sweep at Texico with late heroics
January 25th, 2013
TEXICO — This is starting to become a habit for the Portales boys basketball team.Last year, the Rams won in Texico 35-34 when guard David Rodriguez made a free throw with no time on t...
Lady Cats cruise by sixth-ranked Eagles
January 25th, 2013
Friday showed that even when the Clovis girls basketball team isn’t running on a full tank, and doesn’t play all that well, it’s still one of the top five teams in Class 5A.
Alford shines in fourth for Bears
January 25th, 2013
The most amazing thing about Bryce Alford’s performance Friday night might have been that, by the standards he’s set this season, it was a below-average night.The future Universi...
Clovis chamber honors its own
January 25th, 2013
Erinn Burch admitted receiving the Clovis-Curry County Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year award was a huge surprise minutes after being honored in front of the audience gathered Friday for the...
Dora's Barron honored for dyslexia work
January 25th, 2013
Dora schools superintendent Steve Barron uses his leadership skills to push awareness for a cause that his dear to him.His work with dyslexia awareness over the years has earned him an admin...
In Search of Ponies: Fashion over function
January 25th, 2013
High steppin’, he is all that and then some. Like an emperor in a new suit, he has no idea that from a distance he looks a lot like a toy poodle, and from up close, a lot like a 3-year-...
Raintree Apartments in Clovis holds groundbreaking
January 25th, 2013
The sounds of Mariachi music culminated groundbreaking ceremonies Friday of the new Raintree apartment complex.“The construction of complex will help to fulfill the local need for hous...
McGee: 20 Gauge Lorraine
January 25th, 2013
“She went running off into the snow screaming and screaming and I just stood there at the door laughing.”These words were spoken by a fellow student at the truck driving training...
Grand jury indicts pair for robberies
January 25th, 2013
A Clovis grand jury indicted a pair of men Friday on charges connected to two armed robberies earlier this month. One of the victims died days after the attack.According to a release from th...
More problems at jail revealed
January 25th, 2013
More revelations about disarray inside the jail and a lengthy presentation on keeping the lesser prairie chicken off the endangered species list dominated much of a special session Friday of Curry...
Lady Cats host Milk Cow Classic
January 24th, 2013
Never mind that Eldorado comes into this weekend’s Milk Cow Classic with four losses in its last five games after an 8-0 start.Clovis High girls coach Jeff Reed expects a tough test fr...
Wildcats brace for pair of state's best
January 24th, 2013
If there’s only one regular season boys game you catch at Rock Staubus Stadium ... it’s the Feb. 22 regular season finale against Hobbs. Everybody who wears Wildcat purple knows that.
Murder conviction overturned
January 24th, 2013
Ninth Judicial District Attorney Matthew Chandler said he plans to retry accused killer Arnoldo Navarette, 42, after the New Mexico Supreme Court overturned the original conviction in a 1993 Portal...
Happy birthday to you, you live in a zoo ...
January 24th, 2013
Jerrica, daughter of Hillcrest Park Zoo’s adult giraffe Jael, turns 1 year old today. The Rothschild-reticulated cross giraffe is the first giraffe born at the zoo. “It&rs...
Homicide suspect Reagan found competent to stand trial
January 24th, 2013
The man accused of killing 35-year-old Shondel D. Lofton in a bizarre June homicide and kidnapping was found competent Thursday to stand trial.
What's happening — Jan. 25
January 24th, 2013
TodayBoard of County Commissioners Meeting — 9 a.m., Clovis Carver Library. Information: 763-6016.Clovis/Curry County Chamber Awards Banquet &...
Police blotter — Jan. 25
January 24th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Wednesday• 12:42 a.m.: Caller reported harassm...
Obama needs to make good on lofty goals
January 24th, 2013
President Barack Obama began his second term Monday with a speech that recalled the words of the Founders and civil rights pioneers to challenge the American people to come together tod...
Your liberty depends on their liberty
January 24th, 2013
Liberty is not a buffet where you pick the parts you like, while trying to deny other people the same freedom. If you claim to value the Second Amendment, the best way to prove i...
WT takes extra frame from Hounds
January 23rd, 2013
In a game that swung back and forth, West Texas A&M made just enough plays in overtime.Senior guard Darnell Jackson hit a fadeaway 3-pointer out of the right corner with 40 seconds left...
Lady Buffs hold off Zias
January 23rd, 2013
Devin Griffin, West Texas A&M’s leading scorer this season, had a relatively quiet game Wednesday night until late.With West Texas A&M’s women clinging to a small lead, G...
New Mexico fishing report
January 23rd, 2013
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...
Clovis man sentenced to seven years on drug conviction
January 23rd, 2013
Jaime Salazar, 26, of Clovis, was sentenced to seven years in prison Wednesday for dealing cocaine, according to a news release from the office of Ninth Judicial District Attorney Matthew Chandler....
Prairie chicken meeting scheduled
January 23rd, 2013
The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has scheduled a public meeting 6:30 p.m. Feb. 7 in Portales to discuss implementation of a management plan for lesser prairie chickens, according to...
Parkview students respond to reading challenge
January 23rd, 2013
Little could be heard Wednesday morning in Amanda Harris’ class at Parkview Elementary as students read their books to reach their goal. Parkview students are striving to collectively...
Meetings watch: Regional Growth Management Quality of Life Task Force...
January 23rd, 2013
The Regional Growth Management Quality of Life Task Force met Wednesday afternoon at Clovis City Hall. During the meeting:• Col. David C. Piech, commander of the 27th Specia...
Growth committee hears wind energy concerns
January 23rd, 2013
In its first meeting of 2013, the Local Growth Management Committee set up its leadership and its goals for the next few months.The group, created to deal with community growth issues result...
Resident raises concern about safety on Colonial Parkway
January 23rd, 2013
Drivers unfamiliar with a section of Colonial Parkway by the Colonial Park Golf Course are having trouble with the curve, and a resident is concerned about the possibility of accidents sending vehi...
Public Works Committee recommends street closure near jail
January 23rd, 2013
The city’s Public Works Committee approved a recommendation Wednesday morning for closure of Eighth Street between Mitchell and Main streets, and the alley between the Curry County Adult Dete...
Police blotter — Jan. 24
January 23rd, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls: Tuesday• 12:24 a.m.: Caller reported shots f...
What's happening — Jan. 24
January 23rd, 2013
Today LEPC Emergency Response/HAZMAT Committee meeting — 10 a.m., Emergency management conference room, 320 Connelly Street.Information: 7...
Speech class promotes critical thinking
January 23rd, 2013
In addition to the core classes offered at Clovis High School, also offered are a considerable selection of elective classes that provide a variety of skills and knowledge for students.
Caution best way to ward off flu, diseases
January 23rd, 2013
Our region is in the throes of death-by-disease. So far the seasonal flu virus has taken three lives in El Paso and five in New Mexico. And it’s not just here. Higher...
Tuesday area prep summaries — Jan. 22
January 22nd, 2013
Boys Fort Sumner 51, Texico 42Texico (10-4) — Justin Rucker 1, Gentry Doolittle 4, Kendall Naceanceno 10, Jonah Walls 7, Rolli...
Clovis rides 9 3-pointers to down pesky Portales
January 22nd, 2013
PORTALES — Portales girls coach Clay Stout knew he was taking a calculated risk, playing a box-and-one defense against Clovis High sophomore Danni Williams.The Lady Rams made it tough...
Clovis board eyeing possibility of $20 million bond election later thi...
January 22nd, 2013
As part of a long-term plan to implement a cycle of annual bond sales and a bond election every fourth year, the Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education looked at the possibility of a $20 milli...
Ago Expo info available
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January 22nd, 2013
The 21st annual New Mexico Ag Expo is set for Feb. 19-20 at the Roosevelt County Fairgrounds, according to a Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce press release.The two-day event is sponsored...
Torres waives arraignment on addition charges
January 22nd, 2013
Accused child killer Noe Torres waived his arraignment Tuesday on additional charges against him in connection with the 2005 shooting death of 10-year-old Carlos Perez, according to Curry County Di...
ENMU students Gun control not answer
January 22nd, 2013
Guns on a school campus once seemed unimaginable, but now seems more common after Tuesday’s melee at a Houston campus, which involved a shooting that injured three. Tuesday’s inc...
UNM architect students lend hand to downtown vision
January 22nd, 2013
When Mark Childs visited downtown Clovis 10 years ago, he saw potential.Childs returned to Clovis last week with 15 University of New Mexico graduate students to study the architecture of th...
Police blotter — Jan. 23
January 22nd, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Friday• 7:15 a.m.: Caller reported a burglary, 140...
How Do You Feel About Growing Older?
January 22nd, 2013
January. I think of it as a birthday month. My dad’s. My oldest granddaughter’s. And mine.Last weekend we helped celebrate that sweet little beauty’s sixth birthday. My own...
Conspiracy theorists at it again
January 22nd, 2013
I know some stupid people. I know some Sandy Hook conspiracy theorists. But I repeat myself.A Google search would indicate growing claims there was no shooting in Newtown, Conn., and the int...
Veterans pilot program good investment
January 22nd, 2013
Among several bills in the New Mexico legislative hopper is one that would fund a pilot program to help New Mexico veterans who have post-traumatic stress disorder.After mo...
Airmen uneasy over budget talk
January 22nd, 2013
Unbending politicians who hold defense budgets hostage while refusing to cut a deal to address the nation’s debt crisis are putting at risk the readiness of America’s armed forces.
CHS/PHS girls basketball capsule
January 21st, 2013
Clovis (15-1) at Portales (11-5)When: 7 p.m. today at the Ram Athletic Cent...
Maxpreps.com state prep basketball polls — Jan. 21
January 21st, 2013
BoysClass 5A1. La Cueva 12-1; 2. Atrisco Heritage 10-3; 3. Sandia 11...
CHS swim teams perform well despite lack of numbers
January 21st, 2013
ALBUQUERQUE — If they were awarding team titles based on points per swimmer, Clovis High coach Vincent de Maio thinks his teams might have challenged for championships on Saturday in the Albu...
Water main blows at golf course
January 21st, 2013
Built up pressure in old pipes caused a sprinkler system water main to blow early Monday morning at the Colonial municipal golf course, according to course employee Rob Lonsinger.
Meetings Watch: Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education
January 21st, 2013
The Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education meets 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at the administration building, 1009 Main St.Agenda items include:• Introduction of a resolution and procl...
Staff: Family Dollar robbed
January 21st, 2013
A Family Dollar store in west Clovis was robbed at gunpoint Friday night, according to store manager Rick Moreno.According to Moreno:• The robbery took place at about 9:57 p.m.
Cooperative says copper wire stolen
January 21st, 2013
Farmers’ Electric Cooperative in the 3700 block of North Thornton was burglarized between midnight Wednesday and Thursday morning, according to Thom Moore, director of member services at Farm...
Marchers honor King with trek through Clovis
January 21st, 2013
The 2013 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Symbolic March and Rally held Monday morning attracted citizens of various backgrounds and ethnicity to celebrate King’s civil rights activism. An e...
ENMU alum joins Bears staff
January 21st, 2013
New Chicago Bears head coach Marc Trestman has said his assistant coaches will be key to his hope for success.Those coaches include former Eastern New Mexico University standout Michael Sinc...
Saturday area prep summaries — Jan. 19
January 19th, 2013
BoysFort Sumner 66, Tucumcari 61Tucumcari (8-5) — John Garcia 7, D’Ontee Sandoval 1, Mark Preciado 5, Cody Ryen 7, Chris...
Senior Happenings — Jan. 20
January 19th, 2013
La Casa Senior Center, 1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at La Casa Senior CenterMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments...
School Menus — Jan. 20
January 19th, 2013
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: No School.Tuesday: Breakfast — Cinnamon Roll. Lunch — Popcorn chicken, mashed potatoes, mix...
Creative Living: Hanging artwork featured on show
January 19th, 2013
Information on hanging artwork, time savers for quilting, and using a Giclee process to reproduce images on canvas will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday...
On the Shelves — Jan. 20
January 19th, 2013
The following books are available to the public at: Portales Public LibraryThe Round House by Louise Erdri...
Honors — Jan. 20
January 19th, 2013
The following local students were recently named to college dean’s lists:Sean Barel, Clovis, Southwestern College, Winfield, Kan.Stacey L. Mata,...
TV shows on slippery slide
January 19th, 2013
T he question in United States education frequently comes down to whether or not young people are learning to write. Judging from what we see on television, nobody, or at least not anyo...
Our People: A new stage in life
January 19th, 2013
Before the Internet came along everything worth learning came from Dear Abby.Growing up rural small-town America, Abigail Van Buren provided us all with more worldliness than small town prea...
Dear Abby was must-read at one time
January 19th, 2013
Before the Internet came along everything worth learning came from Dear Abby.Growing up rural small-town America, Abigail Van Buren provided us all with more worldliness than small town prea...
Texico rallies to top Bosque
January 19th, 2013
TEXICO — Texico and Bosque, ranked fourth and fifth in Class 2A boys basketball, respectively, battled back and forth Saturday with neither able to gain much of an upper hand most of the way....
Big fourth pushes Lady Cats to win
January 19th, 2013
ALBUQUERQUE — It’s been a while since the Clovis High girls have had a tough test, and even longer since they’ve had to play from behind.The Class 5A top-ranked Lady Wildca...
Wildcats start fast, defeat Valley
January 19th, 2013
For the fifth time this season, the Clovis Wildcats found themselves in a back-to-back scenario. For the second time, they’ve pulled a sweep.Drew Cole scored 16 points, and the Wildcat...
Zias unable to complete rally at Commerce
January 19th, 2013
COMMERCE, Texas — Senior forward Breanna Harris posted a double-double with 16 points and 10 rebounds on Saturday as Texas A&M-Commerce held off a late charge by Eastern New Mexico Univer...
Hounds can't overcome slow start
January 19th, 2013
COMMERCE, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University erased an early 19-point deficit to take the lead with 14 minutes left, then went nearly five minutes without a field goal as Texas A&M-Com...
Assistant DA says judge's admonishment result of a 'misunderstanding...
January 19th, 2013
A Portales man accused of drunken driving will not face charges after a district court judge admonished an assistant district attorney for “judge shopping,” court records show.As...
Sia Poyer: Back where he started
January 19th, 2013
It’s like deja vu, but not really for Eastern New Mexico University volleyball with Sia Poyer taking over as head coach.Poyer, 45, served as an assistant under Mike Maguire for 14 year...
Prairie chicken poster contest open
January 19th, 2013
MILNESAND — Artists of all ages are invited to try their hand at depicting one of New Mexico's most colorful upland birds as a participant in this year's High Plains Prairie Chicken Festiva...
Clovis hosts Spirit Invitational
January 19th, 2013
Clovis High School played host Saturday morning to the Clovis Spirit Invitational, an event that drew cheerleading squads from across the state in five classifications to Rock Staubus Gymnasium.
Speeches, tributes, honor King's dream
January 19th, 2013
With speeches, tributes, musical pieces, calls to action, and even a Christmas tree, hundreds honored Martin Luther King Jr. throughout Saturday morning at the Clovis Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Sch...
Opinions divided on proposed gun ban
January 19th, 2013
Clovis Police Chief Steve Sanders says it doesn't matter whether he personally supports a proposed federal assault weapons ban."I don't really have a stance," Sanders said. "We will uph...
Road work this week
January 19th, 2013
Area road construction and closure information for this week:Curry CountyCurry County continues to patch potholes on roads throughout the county. Gra...
Holiday closures
January 19th, 2013
The following banks, government agencies and schools will be closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day:American Heritage BankBank of AmericaBank of Clovis
What's happening — Jan. 20
January 19th, 2013
MondayDr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Walk — 9 a.m., Commemorating the walk from Selma to Montgomery, Ala. Starts at Potter Park. Information: 763-3435.Martin Luther K...
Cats post 68-60 win vs. Storm
January 18th, 2013
RIO RANCHO — The Clovis Wildcats got their weekend back-to-back off to a quick start, and held on late for a 68-60 win at Cleveland High School on Friday night.D.J. Blackmon led all sc...
Lady Cats roll to win over Valley
January 18th, 2013
ALBUQUERQUE — There were one or two rough patches for the Clovis High girls on Friday night.Suffice it to say, though, a 16-0 surge to start the game took care of any potential problem...
Clovis MLK speaker remembers days of racial tension in native Louisian...
January 18th, 2013
As Martin Luther King Jr. Day approaches, Edmond C. Rollins remembers his days as a young man in southern Louisiana when racial tensions were strong between blacks and whites. Restrooms and...
CCS fourth-grader repeats as spelling champ
January 18th, 2013
Clovis Christian School fourth-grader Ariel Kokoricha spelled high-school level words with confidence Friday at the Curry County spelling bee. It earned Kokoricha the title of Curry County S...
Rams win, play for fifth in Hope tourney
January 18th, 2013
ALBUQUERQUE — After a heartbreaking loss to Taos in Thursday’s Hope Christian Invitational quarterfinals, the Portales Rams got back on the winning track on Friday.
In Search of Ponies: Animal sounds abound
January 18th, 2013
It might have been the closest a city kid would ever get to hearing a real pig when the chord was pulled and the scratchy “The pig says Oink Oink” filled the room.And shaking the...
McGee: Should have listened to wife in first place
January 18th, 2013
“Ouch,” I said. I nicked myself trimming a fingernail.“Better put some ointment and a bandage on it,” said The Lady of the House.“Naw,” I said. &ld...
Cannon holding meeting with landowners interested in wind projects
January 18th, 2013
A meeting between 27th Special Operations Wing leadership at Cannon Air Force Base and area landowners with an interest in wind turbine development is scheduled for 10 a.m. Jan. 30 at the base&rsqu...
CHS basketball capsules — Jan. 18
January 17th, 2013
BoysClovis (9-4) at Cleveland (4-11), 7 p.m. today;at Valley...
Thursday area prep summaries — Jan. 17
January 17th, 2013
Boys Grady 57, Gateway Christian 39Gateway Christian (3-7) — Andrew Meeks 23, Caleb Raney 5, Anthony Sanchez 3, Tucker Bruns 2...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission — Jan. 18
January 17th, 2013
The Clovis City Commission met Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.All commissioners were in attendance. All items passed via unanimous vote.During the mee...
City commission denies subdivision variance
January 17th, 2013
Whatever side the Clovis City Commission picked regarding the Brinn Subdivision Thursday night, it was in a difficult position. Stick with standing regulations considered to be onerous, or grant a...
City continues BSHI sell-off process
January 17th, 2013
The Clovis City Commission approved more groundwork to wash its hands of a cosmetics company that went belly-up after receiving $1.8 million in city economic development money.Late in the co...
Schools report little impact from flu
January 17th, 2013
While the nation and the state worry through an unusually severe outbreak of influenza, schools in Curry and Roosevelt counties seem to be carrying on with no more absences than usual.Only t...
Affordable Care Act questions abound
January 17th, 2013
Local employers say they still have a lot of questions about the Affordable Care Act (ACA) after attending a seminar Thursday meant to explain how the law will affect them.The Roosevelt Coun...
Truth is, we all stand with the pitiful
January 17th, 2013
Even though it has been many years ago, I still remember some of the experiences our family had when we lived in Kansas City, Missouri. One such experience is when we would go to pick up Mother in...
Police blotter — Jan. 18
January 17th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Wednesday• 12:17 a.m.: Caller reported s...
What's happening — Jan. 18
January 17th, 2013
SaturdayDr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Breakfast — 9 a.m., distinguished guest speaker: Calvin O. Davis, District Director, Small Business Adm...
Officials: Local Cargill plant will not be affected by Plainview unit...
January 17th, 2013
PLAINVIEW, Texas — Cargill has announced it will idle a West Texas plant and lay off all 2,000 workers because of a tight cattle supply stemming from years of drought. A news release f...
What's happening — Jan. 18
January 17th, 2013
SaturdayDr. Martin Luther King Jr. Scholarship Breakfast — 9 a.m., distinguished guest speaker: Calvin O. Davis, District Director, Small Business Adm...
Police looking for male, two females in connection with robbery
January 17th, 2013
Clovis police are looking for three suspects who allegedly beat a Clovis man and robbed him at gunpoint in his apartment at approximately 10 p.m. Wednesday in the 300 Block of Gayland Drive.
Voluntary solutions the answer
January 17th, 2013
Libertarians often get accused of blaming everything on government. Little old us, picking on big strong government? That’s silly. The problem is not government, nor...
Press release: Jail shakedown finds contraband
January 17th, 2013
(From Curry County Sheriff's Department)On the morning of January 17, 2013, a shakedown was conducted at the Curry County Adult Detention Center.The shakedown was conducted by the Cu...
Press release: Man robbed, beaten
January 17th, 2013
(From Clovis Police Department)A local man identified as 52 year-old Curtis Hager was hit over the head with a gun and beaten by a man as he and his girlfriend’s apartment was robbed o...
New Mexico fishing report: Jan. 17, 2013
January 16th, 2013
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...
Late 3 caps Greyhound comeback
January 16th, 2013
At the end of a tough night, with the game in the balance, Rodney Blackmon was determined to take the final shot.Blackmon, whose three 3-pointers helped Eastern New Mexico University start i...
Big things expected from boys swim squad
January 16th, 2013
For the Clovis High boys swimming team, coach Vincent de Maio is confident that eight is enough.For the girls, four will have to do for this year.Clovis swimmers are heading into thei...
TexAnns rally late to upend Zias
January 16th, 2013
Ronnie Hearne was forced to do something he hadn’t done in “five or six years” Wednesday night — employ a zone defense.Hearne’s Tarleton State TexAnns were in s...
First phase of pipeline construction could start as early as February
January 16th, 2013
Construction on the first phase of the Ute Water Project can start as early as February after Monday’s ruling in a federal court, which cleared the way to start construction, according to Eas...
Three file for two CCC board spots
January 16th, 2013
Three people filed Wednesday for two positions up for election on the Clovis Community College’s Board of Trustees.In District 1, incumbent Gayla Brumfield will be running against chal...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission (Jan. 18)
January 16th, 2013
The Clovis City Commission will meet 5:15 p.m. Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.Agenda items include:• A request to apply for stat...
Let’s keep all public business public
January 16th, 2013
Here in New Mexico, we’re lucky to have laws that guarantee your right to know what your government is doing. The Inspection of Public Records Act was designed to ensure, a...
Public entitled to reasonable public meeting notice
January 16th, 2013
Public officials say they encourage public involvement in matters relating to the public’s business.Well, here’s a chance for them to stand behind their words and prove the...
CMS adds mass communication capability
January 16th, 2013
As technology has opened wide the doors of digital communication, Clovis Municipal Schools has also expanded our ability to strengthen, as well as extend, our communication capabilities with parent...
Police blotter — Jan.; 17
January 16th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Tuesday• 3:03 a.m.: Caller in reference to dis...
What's happening — Jan. 17
January 16th, 2013
TodayClovis City Commission meeting — 5:15 p.m. - 8 p.m., North Annex of Clovis Carver Library. Information: 769-7828.Pre-K Storyhour &...
Designer hired for jail kitchen replacement
January 16th, 2013
Curry County commissioners have laid the groundwork for a new kitchen at the Curry County Adult Detention Center. By a 5-0 vote in their meeting last week, commissioners approved a design ph...
Quiz - Inauguration 2013
January 16th, 2013
Test your historical knowledge of the official swearing in of the president of the United States.
Tuesday area prep basketball summaries — Jan. 15
January 15th, 2013
BoysTucumcari 76, Melrose 23Tucumcari (7-4) — John Paul Garcia 15, D’Ontee Sandoval 4, Stephen Chacon 6, Edgar Gardea 2,...
ENMU basketball capsules — Jan. 16
January 15th, 2013
MenTarleton State (8-5, 2-4 Lone Star Conference) at ENMU (5-9, 2-4)When: 7:30 p.m. today at Greyhound ArenaRadio:
Cats jump on Goddard early in rout
January 15th, 2013
The Clovis Wildcats’ 78-48 win over Goddard on Tuesday night could have been chalked up to a fast pace, a big performance on the boards or even a big night from a Wildcats reserve. But Rocket...
Clovis adding Ashley Furniture location
January 15th, 2013
Owners of Ashley Furniture in Portales are preparing to expand their services to Clovis at a location on Prince Street.Cassidy Self, part-owner of the store along with her father, Max Merric...
Chamber banquet tickets available
January 15th, 2013
The Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual awards banquet 6 p.m Jan. 25 at the Clovis Civic Center, with tickets available at the chamber until 5 p.m. Friday.Tickets ar...
Use of online courses growing
January 15th, 2013
Amy Sears started college at age 33 to become an educator. She also wanted set a good example for her daughters. “I kind of got married, had children and then realized I wanted to get...
School winners advance to county spelling bee
January 15th, 2013
Curry County school winners will compete in the Scripps Spelling Bee at 9 a.m. Friday at Clovis Christian School’s east Campus.The top three at each school qualify for the county level...
Roosevelt County deputy charged with battery in Clovis
January 15th, 2013
A Roosevelt County Sheriff’s deputy charged with misdemeanor battery of a household member has been placed on paid administrative leave, according to Chief Deputy Malin Parker. Brian E...
What's happening — Jan. 16
January 15th, 2013
TodayLEPC meeting — 1 p.m., City Hall Assembly Room, 321 Connelly St.Information: 763-9485.Read with Kona — 1 p.m...
Time for lawmakers to get back to basics
January 15th, 2013
C ongress faces three major fiscal decisions in the weeks ahead: raising the debt limit, funding the government and dealing with the drastic budget cuts postponed for two months by the fiscal...
I’m telling you, it is NOT a diary
January 15th, 2013
I’m getting rid of my little black book.It’s not what you’re thinking; I don’t think I’ve ever owned a book for that purpose, let alone one with a specific colo...
Military Update: Education on TRICARE switch critical
January 15th, 2013
The military’s managed-care option — TRICARE Prime — will be ended Oct. 1 for retirees, their family members and for military survivors who reside more than 40 miles from a milita...
Police blotter — Jan. 16
January 15th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Monday• 12:26 a.m.: Caller reported a dispute,...
NM governor uses State of the State to push tax cuts
January 15th, 2013
SANTA FE — As the New Mexico Legislature returned to work Tuesday, Republican Gov. Susana Martinez used her
Text of Gov. Martinez' state of the state address
January 15th, 2013
SANTA FE — The following is the prepared text of the State of the State Address delivered by Governor Susana Martinez from the chamber of the New Mexico House of Representatives on Janu...
If everybody had a father like I had a father ...
January 15th, 2013
I was bumping up toward my own birthday last week (Jan. 11) when I was reminded that Jan. 9 was the 13th anniversary of my father’s death. And then our youngest brother reminded...
CHS boys basketball capsule — Jan. 15
January 14th, 2013
Roswell Goddard (8-7) at Clovis (8-4)When: 7 p.m. today at The RockRadio: KCLV-AM 1240, KTQM-FM 99.9 Last meeting:
Minor power outage reported in Clovis
January 14th, 2013
An outage at 8:02 p.m. on Monday left 13 customers in Clovis without power, according to an Xcel Energy online outage map.Xcel Energy spokesmen Wes Reeves said outages were reported by resid...
Final lawsuit cleared, clearing way for first phase of Ute constructio...
January 14th, 2013
A federal court cleared the way Monday for construction to start on the first of the Ute Water Project.
Flu vaccine numbers up
January 14th, 2013
The nation’s current influenza epidemic has sent thousands of Curry, Roosevelt and Quay County residents in search of flu vaccines, and immunization providers report booming business.C...
Business licenses — December 2012
January 14th, 2013
The following business licenses were obtained from the city of Clovis in December:Tanglezz Hair Salon• Type: Beauty salons• Owner: J...
Police blotter — Jan. 15
January 14th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Friday• 12:06 a.m.: Caller reported a burglary...
What's happening — Jan. 15
January 14th, 2013
TodayCity of Clovis Finance Committee meeting — 2 p.m. Clovis City Hall, 321 Connelly Street.Information: 763-9654.Cultural and...
Congressional delegation must battle to keep military in NM
January 14th, 2013
President Barack Obama’s pick for defense secretary, Chuck Hagel, probably will be confirmed, despite some pushback over his positions on Iran sanctions, support for Israel and what have been...
Police: Pair arrested in robberies
January 14th, 2013
A cop’s trained eye, a beefed up investigation and a frightened accomplice enabled Clovis police to arrest two men suspected of brutally beating and robbing two others in separate attacks, co...
Press release: Police say they arrested two in robberies
January 14th, 2013
Clovis – January 14, 2013 – The Clovis Police Department Special Operations Unit in conjunction with members of the 9th Judicial District Major Crimes Unit have been conducting the inve...
EPAC GIRLS: Lady Coyotes' comeback sinks Texico in finals
January 12th, 2013
Texico was so close to an EPAC championship Saturday night at Greyhound Arena. The Lady Wolverines just couldn’t hang on.Senior guard Mel Lucero hit two free throws with 6:34 to go to...
Senior Happenings — Jan. 13
January 12th, 2013
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 Abu...
School Menus — Jan. 13
January 12th, 2013
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Chicken nuggets, green beans, grape tomatoes, chilled peaches, w...
EPAC BOYS: Texico rides 3s past Logan in finals
January 12th, 2013
Texico coach Ty Thatcher figured his team had to shoot well in its EPAC boys championship matchup with defending Class 1A state champion Logan.The Wolverines sure did, pumping in nine 3-poin...
Basket decorating featured on show
January 12th, 2013
Information on customizing gift baskets and using Octi-Hoops to embroider on a wide variety of items will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday....
Honors — Jan. 13
January 12th, 2013
Martha Chace Martha Chace, a senior English major from Clovis, has been named to the fall 2012 dean’s list at McMurry University in Abilene, Texas. Jarin...
On the Shelves — Jan. 13
January 12th, 2013
The following books are available at the:Clovis-Carver Public LibraryIn conjunction with the city of Clovis floodplain...
Unusual superstitions abound worldwide
January 12th, 2013
Needless to say, there will be no 13/13/13, as far as calendar dates go, unless someone feels the urge to invent a new calendar, and the energy to push it forward. Those who thrive on superstition,...
Ms. Gilbert taught more than English
January 12th, 2013
There are no do-overs in life or junior English. Just lessons learned.One of those lessons learned for all of us has to be how to get their foot out of their mouth from time to time. I learn...
Our People: A wonderful ride
January 12th, 2013
Betty Crump was born into the paint horse culture. She started riding paint horses at age 5 on a ranch in Kerrville, Texas, and moved to Clovis at age 10. Her father, Euel Smith, was a found...
Cats post victory at Onate
January 12th, 2013
LAS CRUCES — Clovis boys basketball coach Matt King said he was pleased with the way his bench played in Saturday’s game at Onate. The starters didn’t do too bad either, ca...
Lady Cats force 40 turnovers in blowout win
January 12th, 2013
By Dave Wagner CNJ SPORTS WRITERdwagner@cnjonline.comSuffice it to say, the Alamogordo Lady Tigers had a rough weekend.Blown out 68-34 at Hobbs on Friday nig...
EPAC a family affair
January 12th, 2013
EPAC. The two-syllable, phonetically-spelled four-letter word that’s not really a word is known across southeastern New Mexico as the Eastern Plains Athletic Conference basketball tournament....
McGee: Crazy cat people introduction
January 12th, 2013
“C ould we be on our way to being ‘crazy cat people’?” asked The Lady of the House the other day. We just added another rescue kitten to the family....
Incarnate deals Hounds seventh straight loss
January 12th, 2013
CNJ STAFF/CMI staff SAN ANTONIO — Junior guard Andre Corley came off the bench for a season-best 27 points in just 20 minutes and senior forward Dionelle Rucker added 23 po...
Local colleges looking at fight in legislative session
January 12th, 2013
Eastern New Mexico University and Clovis Community College have a fight on their hands in this upcoming legislative session in Santa Fe.ENMU President Steven Gamble says their primary concer...
Q&A: Sen. Udall talks filibuster changes
January 12th, 2013
The filibuster is a tool of the minority party in the Senate, by which a minority tries to prevent a bill destined for passage from getting to a vote. New Mexico Sen. Tom Udall wants to change what...
Legislature gearing up
January 12th, 2013
At noon on Tuesday, the first session of the 51st Legislature begins its 60-day term.
Incarnate Word drubs Zias
January 12th, 2013
SAN ANTONIO — Freshman Nelsha Peterson scored on Eastern New Mexico University’s first possession Saturday afternoon. After that, it was all Incarnate Word.The Cardinals built a...
Road work this week
January 12th, 2013
Area road construction and closure information for this week:Curry CountyCurry County continues to patch potholes on roads throughout the county. Gra...
Police blotter — Jan. 13
January 12th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Thursday• 12:55 a.m.: Caller requested public assistance, 2000 block of North Martin Lu...
What's happening — Jan. 13
January 12th, 2013
TuesdayCultural and Ethnic Affairs Committee meeting — Noon, Clovis Community College. Information: 769-7828.Curry County Commission meeting — 9 a.m. Clovis-Carver Library...
Prairie chicken restrictions stunt human growth
January 12th, 2013
Wildlife experts across eastern New Mexico are arguing over the status of the lesser prairie chicken.Should the federal government list the bird as “threatened” or “endange...
Desensitization of life larger issue
January 12th, 2013
In a world of senseless shootings, the genie is out of the bottle.Even with rational regulations, it would take decades to keep our country’s 300 million civilian firearms away from th...
EPAC TOURNAMENT: Top seeds advance to finals
January 11th, 2013
Top-seeded Tatum and second-seeded Texico advanced to the girls championship in the Eastern Plains Athletic Conference tournament on Friday night at Eastern New Mexico University’s Greyhound...
Rams hold off late comeback by Elks
January 11th, 2013
Get to the line about four dozen times? You’re going to have to try harder than that.Make highlight reel plays? Maybe that will help.
Friday area prep summaries — Jan. 11
January 11th, 2013
BoysDistrict 5-1AFarwell 43, Bovina 39Farwell (17-3, 1-0) — Austin Mason...
Fullerton selected CHS athletic director
January 11th, 2013
When Dale Fullerton first assumed the Clovis High athletic director’s position in 2003, he did so as a former teacher, principal and assistant coach.Now he’s a former superintend...
Lady Rams dominate Hatch Valley
January 11th, 2013
With the kind of start the Portales High girls got off to Friday night, they could have been competitive with pretty much any team in the state.
EPAC scoreboard
January 11th, 2013
FridayBOYSWinners semifinalsGame 13: Texico 70, Dora 55Logan vs. Fort Sumner, 8:30 p.m.Guarantee games
Sunland eyes return to full production in March
January 11th, 2013
Sunland Inc.’s vice president said Friday they will be well ahead of upcoming Food and Drug Administration guidelines and to be up and running at full production in March.“Since...
Lawsuit alleges retaliation against former jail administrator
January 11th, 2013
Four days after being fired without comment by Curry County commissioners, former jail Administrator Gerry Billy has filed suit against the county seeking unspecified money damages.Billy&rsq...
Air Force memo outlines sweeping budget cuts
January 11th, 2013
WASHINGTON — Air Force leaders will cut flying hours by nearly 20 percent and prepare for a possible end to all noncombat or noncritical flights from late July through September if Congress c...
In Search of ponies: Feeling alive
January 11th, 2013
Everybody needs to smell a tiger now and then.Why?Because in that split second of imminent danger time freezes, and then suddenly everything starts accelerating.Sheer terror fe...
Second of three lawsuits against Ute water project dropped
January 11th, 2013
The attorney representing the South Shore Home Owners Association dropped a second lawsuit filed against the Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority.Thomas Hnasko of Albuquerque dropped t...
Clovis boys/girls basketball capsules — Jan. 12
January 11th, 2013
BoysClovis (7-4) at Onate (7-7)When: 5:30 p.m. at Las CrucesOn the air: KCLV-A...
Portales plant in peanut butter recall rehiring
January 11th, 2013
The Associated PressALBUQUERQUE — The country’s largest organic peanut butter processor linked to a national salmonella outbreak has hired back some of its employees.KRQE-...
ENMU/Incarnate Word capsules — Jan. 12
January 11th, 2013
MenENMU (5-8, 2-3 Lone Star Conference)at Incarnate Word (8-5, 4-1)When: 3 p.m. (MST) today at San Antonio
Five arrested in narcotics investigation
January 11th, 2013
Five Clovis residents were arrested Tuesday in connection with a narcotics investigation, according to a news release from New Mexico State Police.The release said NMSP investigators a...
Fullerton returning as Clovis AD
January 11th, 2013
Former Clovis Municipal Schools Athletic Director Dale Fullerton is returning to the position.Fullerton, who left Clovis schools after 31 years in 2005 to become principal in Bovina, was sel...
EPAC TOURNAMENT: Elida girls shade Grady
January 10th, 2013
MELROSE — The Elida Lady Tigers survived a late charge by Grady on Thursday and edged the Lady Bronchos 46-45 in a consolation bracket game of the EPAC basketball tournament.In other g...
Traffic exchange
January 10th, 2013
Kevin Smith, who owns Smith R.V. and Marine with his father Jim Smith, says an improvement project planned on Mabry Drive is long overdue. But an option involving the addition of raised medians on...
Bee tests geography skills
January 10th, 2013
A face of uncertainty can change into a smile the moment a child realizes they know the answer.That face is a feeling of confirmation that what they’ve learned at home is right and tha...
Legislators want local control of capital outlay funds
January 10th, 2013
A million-dollar (or more) question that is likely to face Curry and Roosevelt county lawmakers in the New Mexico Legislature’s next session, which begins Tuesday, is how state capital outlay...
A view from under the pew: little mouse from nowhere
January 10th, 2013
Editor’s note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can’t operate the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation marks –...
Religion feature: Knitting group offers blessed shawls
January 10th, 2013
Jo Beth Massey knits shawls to be blessed by her and her fellow knitters to give to anyone in need of prayer.
God will always lead us to success
January 10th, 2013
Setting up housekeeping is no easy task. But the task on the other end of the journey is harder.Ask anyone who has buried their last parent or whose parents have had to move into a care faci...
Letters to the editor: More guns lead to more violence
January 10th, 2013
Your Dec. 19 editorial — "Limiting liberty not an answer to shooting" — gives one view of a serious problem facing our country.There are a lot of facts from various research p...
More laws will not save any lives
January 10th, 2013
In the weeks after the Sandy Hook massacre, the standard reactions that always follow such a tragedy cropped up everywhere, with a new emphasis on the specter of "mental illness."Surprise!...
Editorial: Governor’s proposals warrant further study
January 10th, 2013
Gov. Susana Martinez has laid the ugly truth on the line."We must diversify our economy and not have such a heavy reliance on federal jobs," she told about 700 people attending a luncheon...
Police blotter — Jan. 11
January 10th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Wednesday• 12:52 a.m.: Caller reported prowlers in the area, 1000 block of...
What's happening — Jan. 11
January 10th, 2013
TuesdayCultural and Ethnic Affairs Committee meeting — Noon, Clovis Community College.Information: 769-7828.Finance Committee me...
Zias notch third win in four games
January 10th, 2013
KINGSVILLE, Texas — All of a sudden, the Eastern New Mexico University women’s basketball team is rolling.After dropping 10 in a row to start the season, the Zias picked up their...
Kingsville pulls away to beat Hounds
January 10th, 2013
KINGSVILLE, Texas — Junior guard Rashad Basey scored 30 points and Texas A&M-Kingsville used an 18-2 run to pull away after a seesaw first half for an 82-63 Lone Star Conference men&rsquo...
County fixes jail door
January 9th, 2013
Problems with a perimeter door that could have allowed access inside the Curry County jail were fixed hours after Administrator Gerry Billy was fired Tuesday, Interim Administrator Tori Sandoval ha...
What's happening — Jan. 10
January 9th, 2013
TodayNMDOT meeting — 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Discussing alternatives and receiving comments from the public regarding the road project on First Street and...
Meetings watch: EPCOG
January 9th, 2013
Here's a report on Wednesday's Eastern Plains Council of Governments Executive Committee:• Members reviewed and made adjustments to their November 2012 financial reports.•...
Letters to the editor: Ruling tramples on Constitution
January 9th, 2013
The left-leaning U.S. Supreme Court has once again trampled on the U.S. Constitution.Liberal Justice Sonia Sotomayor, acting in her capacity as circuit justice for the 10th Circuit, issued h...
Editorial: FDA should help businesses follow new rules
January 9th, 2013
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, one in six Americans will have a food-borne illness every year.Of those, nearly 130,000 are hospitalized and 3,000 die.Since last...
Boys favorites dominate second day of EPAC
January 9th, 2013
MELROSE — As far as boys action was concerned Wednesday in the Eastern Plains Athletic Conference tournament, chalk was the talk, and the high seeds spoke loudly.All four top seeds adv...
Hounds-Zias preview capsule
January 9th, 2013
MenENMU (5-7, 2-2 Lone Star Conference) at Texas A&M-Kingsville (6-5,...
Faculty, students share resolutions
January 9th, 2013
New Year's resolutions are always a topic of conversation right about now, and throughout our district, it's no different. Dropping by a number of school sites, many of the adults' resolutions w...
Board proposes earmarks for lodgers tax
January 9th, 2013
The Clovis Lodgers' Tax Advisory board made funding recommendations totaling $34,000, subject to City Commission approval, at its regular meeting held Tuesday evening, according to draft minutes o...
Police blotter — Jan. 10
January 9th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Tuesday1:20 a.m.: Caller requested a premise check, 500 block of Chanticleer Place.1:46 a.m.: Caller...
Power returned to Clovis' west side
January 9th, 2013
Power has been returned to about 1,400 customers on the city's west side, according to an Xcel Energy spokesman.Wes Reeves said the outage — which lasted from about 7 p.m. to 8:20 p.m...
Police investigate death that followed mugging
January 9th, 2013
A 61-year-old Clovis man died four days after a robbery and beating and now police are trying to determine if his death was because of injuries suffered in the attack.Joe Garcia died Monday,...
Springing into a new semester
January 9th, 2013
Spring semester classes begin Monday at Clovis Community College. Here is information that could be helpful to students and those interested in learning a little about CCC. ...
Drought assistance available in Curry, Roosevelt counties
January 9th, 2013
Curry, Roosevelt and Quay counties are among 19 counties in the state designated as primary natural disaster areas due to drought and eligible for federal assistance, according to a release from U....
Lodger's tax board makes funding recommendations
January 9th, 2013
The Clovis Lodgers’ Tax Advisory board made funding recommendations totaling $34,000, subject to City Commission approval, at its regular meeting held Tuesday evening, according to draft minu...
Education column: New Year's resolutions
January 9th, 2013
New Year’s resolutions are always a topic of conversation right about now, and throughout our district, it’s no different. Dropping by a number of school sites, many of the adults&rsquo...
Police blotter — Jan. 10
January 9th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Tuesday• 1:20 a.m.: Caller reques...
U.S. 60/70/84 meeting Thursday
January 9th, 2013
The New Mexico Department of Transportation will host a public information meeting 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Ingram Room of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.The meeting will inc...
What's happening — Jan. 10
January 9th, 2013
TodayNMDOT meeting — 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Discussing alternatives and receiving comments from the public regarding the road project on First Street and...
Meetings watch: EPCOG (Jan. 9)
January 9th, 2013
Here’s a report on Wednesday’s Eastern Plains Council of Governments Executive Committee:• Members reviewed and made adjustments to their November 2012 financial reports.
EPAC scoreboard
January 9th, 2013
at MelroseWednesdayBOYSDora 71, San Jon 41Fort Sumner 70, Eunice 29...
City's interest in flights to DFW remains
January 9th, 2013
Clovis Civil Aviation Board members, in a meeting Tuesday night at the Clovis Municipal Airport, are indicating they’d still like to find a way to get flights going to Dallas.During th...
New commissioners want to explore jail privatization
January 9th, 2013
The firing of jail Administrator Gerry Billy may not be the only stunning change for Curry County’s troubled jail. The two newest members of the county commission — businessmen T...
Police: Pedestrian in fatality walked into traffic
January 9th, 2013
A Clovis man with a history of alcohol problems was killed early Wednesday morning after apparently deliberately walking in front of a moving vehicle on Mabry Drive, according to police.Clov...
EPAC TOURNAMENT: Buzzer-beater lifts Grady
January 8th, 2013
MELROSE — Senior guard Trenton Jones hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer Tuesday night to lift Grady past host Melrose 63-60 in a first-round boys game of the EPAC basketball tournament. Sop...
Tuesday area prep summaries — Jan. 9
January 8th, 2013
BoysFarwell 84, Lockney 50Lockney (2-12) — Teeter 9, Kidd 9, Cavallero 8, Cortez 7, Dunbar 6, Fulton 4, Hunt 3, Hooten 2, Gati...
Military Update: Base stores offer benefits to nation
January 8th, 2013
Base grocery and department stores provide military members, retirees and their families with shopping discounts worth $4.5 billion annually.But that's just a fraction of the overall value...
More to winter sports than skiing
January 8th, 2013
Strap 'em up, lace 'em up and do whatever you gotta do, because it's time to hit the ice.The National Hockey League's back? I'm talking about New Mexico's standing as a winter sports h...
Editorial: Firing jail boss step in right direction
January 8th, 2013
The first question for new Curry County Commissioners Tim Ashley and Ben McDaniel is why did it take two hours into their first board meeting before they fired jail administrator Gerry Billy....
What's happening — Jan. 9
January 8th, 2013
TodayEastern Plains Council of Governments Executive Committee meeting — 10 a.m., 418 Main St. Information: 762-7714.Planning and Zoning meeting &mdas...
Police blotter — Jan. 9
January 8th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Monday12:46 a.m.: Caller requested a situation check, 300 block of PIne Street.3 a.m.: Caller reported a burglary, 22...
Great Lakes traffic down in first month since route switch
January 8th, 2013
By Kevin Wilson CNJ STAFF WRITERkwilson@cnjonline.comOne month into the Clovis Municipal Airport’s service to Denver International Airport through Santa Fe, n...
Commissioners fire jail administrator
January 8th, 2013
Curry County’s fourth jail administrator in the last three years was fired effective immediately Tuesday morning on a 4-1 vote with almost no discussion by county commissioners.Adminis...
Muleshoe police looking for armed robbery suspect
January 7th, 2013
Gil Rennels of muleshoetv.com shared this video with us on the suspect in an armed robbery early Monday evening at the Al...
Consultant hired to minimize land use conflicts
January 7th, 2013
A local committee has hired a consultant to help implement recommendations made in its study, which address the growth of Cannon Air Force Base and how it affects surrounding communities.The...
Business digest: Civilian employer nominees sought
January 7th, 2013
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve is encouraging guardsmen and reservists to nominate civilian employers for this year’s Secretary of Defense Employer Support Freedom Award.The...
Education, economic development and financial reforms top legislator c...
January 7th, 2013
Curry and Roosevelt County state lawmakers seem united on what issues need the most attention in the upcoming New Mexico Legislature, which begins Jan. 15.Education, economic development and...
Police blotter — Jan. 8
January 7th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Friday• 2:05 a.m.: Caller request...
WHAT'S HAPPENING — Jan. 8
January 7th, 2013
TodayCurry County Commission — 9 a.m., 701 N. Main St.Information: 763-6016. Civil Aviation Board meeting — 6 p.m...
Driver's license compromise needed
January 7th, 2013
The politically charged panic over whether New Mexicans would still be able to get on an airplane has subsided and now the real work begins to forge a compromise on who should get what kind of New...
Short-term fix comes with price tag
January 7th, 2013
“Another day older and deeper in debt“St. Peter don’t you call me ’cause I can’t go“I owe my soul to the company store”...
Everybody's Business: New Year’s resolutions for small businesses
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January 7th, 2013
Yes, it’s that time to eat less, exercise more, and live in the moment; but what about making and keeping business resolutions for 2013? Study successful people and you’ll see they reso...
Saturday area prep basketball summaries — Jan. 5
January 5th, 2013
BoysDes Moines 60, Grady 55Des Moines (2-4) — Hector Guerrero 2, Ryan Martin 26, Anthony Gallegos 6, Anthony Brown 24, Ismael...
Cruces pulls away to beat Cats
January 5th, 2013
With two of Class 5A’s best halfcourt defenses on the court Saturday night, transition and perimter points came at a premium at Rock Staubus Gymnasium.Visiting Las Cruces got transitio...
Their view — Dec. 6
January 5th, 2013
New Mexico Sen. Pete Campos, D-Las Vegas, has an idea for compromise on New Mexico's driver's license issue:The politically charged panic over whether New Mexicans would still be able to g...
More click icons needed for lazies
January 5th, 2013
Everyone knows about Facebook's "Like" button. We click it when we have no interest in a post, but want to be courteous. Or, we're simply too lazy to comment."Like" is handy, but we ne...
Tire-slashing would make flat capital
January 5th, 2013
Let us set aside this first weekend of 2013 to concentrate on the country's most pressing issue:Does Notre Dame have a prayer of beating the spread against Alabama in Monday night's nation...
Breathalyzer bill should be scrapped
January 5th, 2013
Eastern New Mexico's legislators will get to work on Jan. 15 proposing and disposing of legislation that will govern the rest of us.Here's a proposed bill that deserves an express ticket t...
Ice-cold Zias fall to TWU
January 5th, 2013
It’s hard to win a game shooting less than 30 percent.Texas Woman’s accomplished that feat on Saturday, shooting just under that figure (29.8 percent) but having to hold on late...
Car salesman spearheads halfway house
January 5th, 2013
Since he went to prison in 2007 for a DWI conviction, Randy Pruit has been trying to rebuild himself to mixed results.
County commission to select new chair
January 5th, 2013
Selection of a new chairman and a possible change in who jail Administrator Gerry Billy reports to top the agenda Tuesday for Curry County Commissioners.They meet at 9 a.m. in the Clovis Car...
Official: Health care hottest industry for hiring, jobs
January 5th, 2013
If your list of achievements for 2013 includes a new job or career in eastern New Mexico, goal recommendations would depend on what you're looking for.
Farmers: Farm bill's extension better than nothing
January 5th, 2013
Conditions for farmers and producers in eastern New Mexico are neither here nor there as they enter 2013.The much-anticipated new farm bill did not get a chance to reach the floor of Congres...
Police blotter — Jan. 6
January 5th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Thursday• 1:10 a.m.: Caller reported suspicious circumstances, 2200 block of Dillon Str...
What's happening — Jan. 6
January 5th, 2013
MondayAARP Tax Aide Volunteer Class — 8 a.m. Clovis Community College, room 411.Information: 762-3115.LEPC Membership Committee meeting — Noon, bring your lunch. Em...
Road work this week
January 5th, 2013
Area road construction and closure information for this week:Curry CountyCurry County continues to patch potholes on roads throughout the county. Gra...
Friday area prep summaries — Jan. 4
January 4th, 2013
BoysLogan 47, Elida 27Logan (7-3) — Wyatt Strand 19, Dennis Earle 6, Larramy Roberts 2, Hayes Frost 8, Chris Roberts 5, Briton...
Creative Living: Flower arranging tips featured on show
January 4th, 2013
I nformation on choosing all natural, whole foods and flower arranging will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.)...
School menus — Jan. 6
January 4th, 2013
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: No schoolTuesday: Breakfast — Chicken biscuit. Lunch — Sloppy Joe on a bun, tater tots, green peas, grape tomatoes w/ranch, chilled peac...
Senior happenings — Jan. 6
January 4th, 2013
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 — Jan. 6
January 4th, 2013
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"Finding Casey" by Jo-Ann Mapson, Contemporary Native American Artists by Ken Lingad,"Working the Land" b...
Every culture has criminal element
January 4th, 2013
Sometimes it pays to listen to the radio in the car. Being a serious Sirius aficionado, I usually do not tune in to regular broadcasts. Perhaps, as I discovered while using my wife's car to move i...
Time to live up to friend’s teaching
January 4th, 2013
With my NFL team on a bye week in the playoffs this weekend I jumped at the chance to go bird hunting.By the time you read this the great wild goose chase of 2013 may well be over.I...
Our people: Landscape artist
January 4th, 2013
Portales' Jon Birdsong has been a painter for more than 40 years and has taught art to grade school students in Amarillo, Hereford, Canyon and Austin, Texas and Portales.Birdsong is a water...
Clovis overcome early Storm surge
January 4th, 2013
Rio Rancho Cleveland took an early 7-0 hit from Clovis High’s girls Friday night, then knocked them back on their heels a bit with the next 11 points.Eventually, though, the Class 5A t...
A time to give
January 4th, 2013
'Tis the season for giving, still. With all the new gear, appliances and other gifts you received over the holidays, it probably replaced things you already had.
Preview capsule: Texas Woman's at ENMU women
January 4th, 2013
Texas Woman’s (3-8, 1-4 Lone Star Conference) at ENMU (2-10, 1-3)• When: 2 p.m. Saturday at Greyhound Ar...
McGee: National humor has been whittled away
January 4th, 2013
A few weeks ago a guy created a stir at the Miami airport. He was asked if he had any hazardous materials in his luggage. His answer was, "Dynamite." He was arrested. He said he was just joking.
In search of ponies: Third-party resolutions have more chance of succe...
January 4th, 2013
Sometimes all that is needed is a little perspective shift, after all, no one wants to be part of the 92 percent statistically doomed to fail, especially when making New Year's resolutions and str...
Prep preview: Las Cruces at Clovis boys
January 4th, 2013
Las Cruces (7-4) at Clovis (7-3)5:30 p.m. Saturday, Rock Staubus Gym• On the air: KCLV...
Pakistani girl shot by Taliban leaves UK hospital
January 4th, 2013
LONDON(AP) — A 15-year-old Pakistani girl shot in the head by the Taliban for promoting girls' education has been released from a Birmingham hospital to live with her family, doctors...
Shelburne: God's love for ordinary amazing
January 3rd, 2013
"Christmas commemorates God's most uncommon decision: to come commonly."So writes author Max Lucado so well, so truly.Long ago it occurred to me: one of the things I like best abou...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
January 3rd, 2013
The Clovis City Commission met Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.All commissioners were present. All action items passed on 8-0 votes.During the meeting:...
D.A. doubles restitution collection
January 3rd, 2013
District Attorney Matt Chandler says his office has more than doubled the amount of cash it collects this year for restitution and other services that aid victims of crime in the 9th Judicial Distr...
Resident raises shelter concerns
January 3rd, 2013
A Clovis resident, citing a lack of followup from city officials on the matter, asked the Clovis City Commission to take a close look at the city's animal shelter.Malissa Taggart of Clovis,...
Financial advisers recommended
January 3rd, 2013
It's early January 2013. Do you know where your money is? The start of a new year, financial advisers say, is a good time to ask that question to the people whom you trust with your investments.
Thursday area prep summaries — Jan. 3
January 3rd, 2013
ThursdayBoysGrady 81, Gateway Christian 60Grady (5-4)
Prep capsules: Rio Rancho Cleveland at Clovis
January 3rd, 2013
GirlsRio Rancho Cleveland (6-4) at Clovis (11-1)• When: 7 p.m. today at Rock Staubus G...
A view from under the pew: post-holiday dieter s dilemma
January 3rd, 2013
Editor’s note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can’t operate the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation marks –...
We must have faith in God’s directions
January 3rd, 2013
A major spiritual awareness came to me last week and of all things, this realization involved Buster, our dog.We have loved Buster, our long-haired dachshund, as a family member for 10 year...
Police blotter — Jan. 4
January 3rd, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Wednesday12:10 a.m.: Caller requested a situation check, 3700 block of North Prince Street.3:17 a.m....
Editorial: 2012 full of unnecessary regulations
January 3rd, 2013
2012 was a boom for new government regulations. Unfortunately, a lot of them aren't likely to do anyone any good, except perhaps as employment insurance for those bureaucrats already employed or...
State should stay out of parenting
January 3rd, 2013
Should parents have the final say in raising a child? How can you protect children without violating their rights, or the rights of their parents?Everyone who isn't mentally or emotionally...
Obama should revise energy policy
January 3rd, 2013
Just prior to the election, battery-maker A123 Systems filed for bankruptcy. As the recipient of $249 million in federal money, the Massachusetts-based company represents just the latest in a long...
New Mexico fishing report: Jan. 3
January 2nd, 2013
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...
Q&A — Trainer says setting reachable goals important
January 2nd, 2013
Local personal trainer Jane Hamann knows it’s the goal of many to get healthy and fit in 2013. Originally from Chicago, Hamann is a dedicated marathon runner interested it getting others heal...
By the numbers — Building permits
January 2nd, 2013
A look at permit information for the city of Clovis for the month of December, and for 2012, according to city records.0 — New c...
Road projects top city's to-do list for 2013
January 2nd, 2013
Street improvements, changes at the Hillcrest Park Zoo and the first phase of the effluent reuse project are city projects on the horizon for 2013.Here is a general summary of what’s c...
Victim describes armed assault as 'surreal'
January 2nd, 2013
David Shober, 82, stood on the still blood-spattered floor of his garage on Stone Place about eight hours after he was beaten and robbed Wednesday and shook his head in disbelief.“I ha...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission — Jan. 3
January 2nd, 2013
The Clovis City Commission will meet 5:15 p.m. Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.Agenda items include:• A 4:45 p.m. executive session to discuss thr...
Editorial: Incarcerating inmates longer costs taxpayers
January 2nd, 2013
What's the better value? $400 a month for one month or more than $100 a day for that same month?The $400 is about what an indigent prisoner who is eligible for parole has needed to come u...
Police blotter — Jan. 3
January 2nd, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Monday• 8:15 a.m.: Caller reported a vehicle l...
What's happening — Jan. 3
January 2nd, 2013
TodayClovis City Commission meeting — 5:15 p.m. Clovis-Carver Library, north annex.Information: 769-7828.Saturday
Starting new school, presents unique challenges
January 2nd, 2013
Thinking of the year-end and new beginnings, there is increasing anticipation about the extensive, ongoing construction taking place throughout our school district.The Arts Academy at Bella...
Press release: Police say Clovis man robbed at gunpoint
January 2nd, 2013
Clovis – January 2, 2013 - A local man identified as 82 year-old David Shober was hit over the head with a gun and robbed of his wallet at gunpoint this morning at approximate...
Man stable after shooting
January 1st, 2013
A 21-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound to the forearm early Tuesday morning in Clovis, according to a Clovis Police Department press release.According to police, Travis Finch suffered a...
YEAR IN REVIEW: Roanhaus' record tops year's events
January 1st, 2013
Though the season didn’t go quite as hoped for Clovis High fans, the just-completed football campaign certainly had its fair share of noteworthy moments when it comes to local sports in 2012....
Clovis' first baby of year arrives earlier than expected
January 1st, 2013
"Hi sweetheart," said Kelsey Duffield softly to the first baby of the year born in Clovis as she held her daughter, smiling with a new mother glow.Ashlyn Rose Duffield was born at 12:34 p....
Tucumcari commissioner remembered for service
January 1st, 2013
Friends describe Daniel Lopez as a man who cared about his community, was compelled to serve and above all loved his family.Lopez, 45, was a former New Mexico State Police captain and Tucumc...
Editorial: Schwarzkopf epitome of US military general
January 1st, 2013
For the entire first Gulf War, U.S. Gen. H. Norman Schwarzkopf was the face of a valiant and successful U.S. military.Schwarzkopf, who died Thursday at 78 from complications from pneumonia...
Technology not always best option
January 1st, 2013
It's the time of year where people sign up for gym memberships, give up a favorite food or tell column readers this is the last time they'll do a column about New Year's resolutions.I won...
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