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Miners outlast Hounds for 80-76 victory
October 30th, 2010
EL PASO, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team nearly pulled off an impressive upset Saturday night, albeit in a preseason exhibition.
ENMU led most...
Zias fall to TexAnns in four
October 30th, 2010
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Irelis Ilarraza had 16 kills and three block solos Saturday and Tarleton State fended off a solid challenge from Eastern New Mexico to beat the Zias 19-25, 25-22, 25-19,...
Hounds seventh, Zias eighth in LSC preseason poll
October 30th, 2010
RICHARDSON, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s men were picked for seventh place and the women for eighth this season in the Lone Star Conference South preseason basketball polls,...
Band takes top honors at Zia competition
October 30th, 2010
The Clovis High band pulled an encore Saturday in Albuquerque, winning top honors at the Zia Marching Band Fiesta at the University of New Mexico.
The band won the state championship and the...
Think of lefties with consideration
October 30th, 2010
I remember one afternoon in kindergarten when my teacher tested each student to determine whether we were right- or left-handed. I wanted badly to test right-handed because I thought it sounded coo...
True monster: Over-regulating government
October 30th, 2010
Picture a trio of adorably outfitted trick- or-treaters — a ghost, a pirate and a witch of the non-Senate candidate variety — venturing forth into the night in search of sweet, sweet c...
Voters have wide range of decisions in election
October 30th, 2010
Early voting has concluded, and just one voting day remains on the 2010 midterm elections.
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, with voter choices ranging from the governor’s...
Weekly update — Oct. 31
October 30th, 2010
Baseball club meeting postponed
A meeting about the Clovis Pioneers baseball club is being pushed to later on Wednesday.
Andrew Dunn, commissioner of the Pecos League of Profes...
Officials: Child abuse severity spikes
October 30th, 2010
Critical injuries stemming from the abuse of two Clovis infants are in line with a statewide trend of increased severity in abuse cases.
“What we’re experiencing now is an increa...
Police blotter — Oct. 31
October 30th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 10 p.m. Oct. 19 an officer responded to an undisclosed residence for a report of a ro...
On the shelves — Oct. 31
October 30th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Still Midnight” by Denise Mina packs nonstop suspense into the story of the dange...
Shoutouts — Oct. 31
October 30th, 2010
On behalf of Winnie Moore and her family, we would like to thank everyone who attended her birthday celebration, gave cards and/or gifts as this helped to make Winnie's birthday celebration a wonde...
Senior happenings — Oct. 31
October 30th, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities.
Tuesday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities; 10:30 a.m., Indoor exercise;...
Silk screening featured on show
October 30th, 2010
Information on repurposing book covers, silk screening, and the art of aromatic blending will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
School menus — Oct. 31
October 30th, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — English muffin with egg and cheese. Lunch — Pepperoni pizza, sunshine corn, chilled fruit.
...
Club notes — 10-31
October 30th, 2010
Roosevelt General Hospital Auxiliary
The Oct. 20, 2010, Executive Council meeting of the Roosevelt General Hospital Auxiliary convened in the community room of the hospital.
P...
Play highlights New Mexican culture
October 30th, 2010
I’m admittedly jaded when it comes to theater, maybe more than I should be at first glance.
When I was a kid, my parents used to take us into Pittsburgh every New Years’ Eve to s...
Halloween festivals more fun
October 30th, 2010
Trick-or-treating was a big part of the fall season when I was a kid but the annual Fun Festival at L.L. Brown Elementary School was a fall classic.
When I was trick-or-treat age we lived in...
Holiday happenings — Oct. 31
October 30th, 2010
The following is a list of local holiday happenings today:• Parkland Fall FestivalWhen: 6-8 p.m.Where: Parkland Baptist ChurchCost: Free• Harvest...
Muleshoe bests River Road in rematch
October 29th, 2010
MULESHOE — There’s revenge. And then there’s revenge.
Powered by Oklahoma-bound senior quarterback Cooper Washington, Muleshoe routed Amarillo River Road 72-16 Friday...
Hounds take on UTEP in exhibition game
October 29th, 2010
PORTALES — It figures if the Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team can hang with three Division I teams, all of whom made the NCAA tournament last year, good things are in...
Zias win on shutout
October 29th, 2010
WEATHERFORD, Okla. — Junior midfielder Danielle Thurman scored in the first 18 seconds and the Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team posted a 2-0 Lone Star Conference soccer...
Prep football scoreboard — Oct. 29
October 29th, 2010
Non-district
Artesia 51, Portales 0, F
6-man playoffs
Lake Arthur 62, Elida 22 F
District 2-2A
Texico 38, Clayton 6, F
Santa Rosa 27,...
Grant McGee: Some insights best left to oneself
October 29th, 2010
The Lady of the House told me about this ancient concept of the three stages of womanhood.
First she is a maiden, then mother and finally a wise crone. I think this is pretty interesti...
In Search of Ponies: Unorthodox relationship good for both parties
October 29th, 2010
Ah, Moses and Jael, now theirs was a love like none other.
It was an arranged relationship, born of necessity and convenience.
It didn’t start with a spark or a glance across th...
Press release: Halloween holiday safety reminder for pedestrians and d...
October 29th, 2010
The Clovis Police Department would like to remind pedestrians and drivers to be careful this Halloween Holiday weekend. We advise kids and parents alike to make sure that they carry a flashli...
Press power drive being replaced
October 29th, 2010
Delivery of the Clovis News Journal was Friday morning due to a loss of power to the press. The last copies were delivered around noon. It is the second time in three weeks this has...
Friday morning briefing: Roadblocks, updates and an old guy returns to...
October 29th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Question of the day
What's the best holiday pie?
Please feel free to join this delicious debate i...
Portales faces former district rival
October 28th, 2010
Tonight’s visit from the Artesia Bulldogs will be a throwback to years gone by for Portales Rams fans.
After being district rivals for years and non-conference foes for some time after...
Life more fulfilling with God’s ‘perfect ten’
October 28th, 2010
Three weeks ago the date was Oct. 10, 2010. That will not happen again until Oct. 10, 3010 when it will again be 10-10-10.
On that day I attended a church service in Rochester, Minn. The pas...
a view from under the pew: spooky superstitions
October 28th, 2010
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor’s note: With the coming of Halloween tomorrow, Amos requested a re-run of his favorite Halloween column. Amos is a...
Religion calendar — Oct. 29
October 28th, 2010
Saturday
Children’s Ministry Conference — 8:30 a.m. Nov. 6, Sandia Baptist Church. All day event. $60 per person. Early registration gets $10 discount. Open to all types of paren...
Friday area prep football capsules — Oct. 29
October 28th, 2010
Clayton (1-7, 0-2 District 2-2A) at Texico (4-4, 1-1) • When: 7 p.m. today • Last meeting: 2004, the Wolverines routed the Yellowjackets 47-7 at Clayton....
Mayor's ball set for Nov. 12
October 28th, 2010
The Mayor’s third annual charity ball is set for Nov. 12, with proceeds to benefit the Hartley House and High Plains Humane Society.
With cocktails scheduled for 6:30 p.m. and dinner a...
Blue Knights hosting dinner fundraiser
October 28th, 2010
The Blue Knights are hosting a dinner and dance to raise money for United Way and the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners program.
Set for 6:30 p.m. Nov. 6, the event will be held at the Undergro...
County made right decision taking down video
October 28th, 2010
Growing public outcry and a legal petition filed Monday finally got the attention of Curry County officials. On Wednesday they stopped playing a video in the county courthouse that many residents...
Halloween chance to be child-like
October 28th, 2010
Halloween is my favorite holiday. I’m not pressured to buy a gift for anyone, it’s okay for me to wear ragged clothes and for my hair to look scruffy. I can pretend to be everybody&rsqu...
County treasurer hoping to raise property tax awareness
October 28th, 2010
The Curry County treasurer is hoping by sending tax bills to residents, home owners will review their property taxes and verify everything is in order.
Bernice Baker said her office decided...
Holiday happenings
October 28th, 2010
The following is a list of local holiday happenings this weekend:• Central Baptist Trunk or TreatWhen: 6-8 p.m. Saturday Where: Central Baptist Church in...
Airmen serving community well
October 28th, 2010
A few weeks ago I was asked to be the keynote speaker at a Joint Land Use Study housing forum.
While my comments were geared toward our much-talked-about housing issues, my focus was on a mu...
Dairies work to keep milk antibiotic-free
October 28th, 2010
While people may worry about overexposure to antibiotics, local dairy industry representatives say a system of safety checks keep those substances out of milk produced in the area.
“Mo...
Time away good for the soul
October 28th, 2010
It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood.
Though I love my usual “neighborhood,” it was nice to wake up today in another one: Robert Lee, Texas. It’s the Semiannual P...
Thursday morning briefing: Play day, a big band and prohibition begins
October 28th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Play day
Big Brother Big Sisters Big Day of Play is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Hillcrest Park....
State playoff pairings — Football
October 27th, 2010
6-man
First round
• No. 5 Valley Christian (4-4) at No. 4 Hondo (4-5), 6:30 p.m. Friday
• No. 6 Elida (5-4) at No. 3 Lake Arthur (6-3), 7 p.m. Friday
Early voting turnout at 11.7 percent
October 27th, 2010
More than 2,400 Curry County residents have already had their say in the upcoming general election.
County Clerk Coni Jo Lyman said Wednesday that 1,694 people have cast an early ballot at t...
Letters to the editor: Tough decisions await voters Tuesday
October 27th, 2010
Tough decisions await voters Tuesday
Over the past several months, the Curry County Commission, members of the court and county management have tried to answer and provide educational...
Cholera poses new threat to Haitians
October 27th, 2010
As if the island country of Haiti had not suffered enough from the earthquake Jan. 12, the country is experiencing a deadly outbreak of cholera.
As of Monday morning, the Red Cross said th...
English couple cycling through Clovis, Portales to promote charity
October 27th, 2010
Two English Rotarians cycling 10,000 miles to raise awareness about disaster relief charity Shelter Box are expected in Clovis and Portales, according to a press release.
Huw and Carolyn Tho...
Education column: Principal says positive school culture important to...
October 27th, 2010
Things are hopping at Marshall Middle School. Recent conversations with high-energy Principal Jay Brady and his staff revealed some proactively positive trends taking place at this school.
B...
Education digest — Oct. 28
October 27th, 2010
CHS students to audition for all-state choir
Thirty-two students from Clovis High School and the Freshman Academy were selected by audition to perform with the 2011 New Mexico A...
Press release: Hard Freeze Warning now in effect from 3 a.m.-8 a.m. Th...
October 27th, 2010
FYI All:
Lower Rio Grande Valley-Upper Tularosa Valley-Union County-Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County-Guadalupe County-Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-De Baca County-Chavez...
Press release: Freeze Watch for Oct. 27 and 28
October 27th, 2010
FYI All:
Lower Rio Grande Valley-Tularosa Valley-Union County-Harding County-Eastern San Miguel County- Guadalupe County-Quay County-Curry County-Roosevelt County-De Baca County-Chavez Count...
Zias push Lady Buffs in 3-0 loss
October 27th, 2010
PORTALES — Eastern New Mexico University’s volleyball pushed rival West Texas A&M Tuesday night, but the Lady Buffs pulled away to a 25-19, 25-17, 25-21 Lone Star Conference victory...
Meetings watch: Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education
October 26th, 2010
The Clovis Municipal School board of education voted 4-0 to approve a resolution in support of the Curry County Criminal Justice Complex. Board President Mark Lansford, a county employee, abstained...
Letters to the editor: New courthouse part of growth
October 26th, 2010
It is up to voters to decide the question of general obligation bonds for the design and construction of a courthouse addition, as well as whether a 1/4 cent addition should be made to the county&r...
Regulating rosaries will end in lawsuit
October 26th, 2010
Officials with a Colorado Springs, Colo., middle school are standing firm on an odd new policy. And they are placing taxpayers in needless danger of expensive litigation the district will almo...
Roosevelt detention officer faces embezzlement charges
October 26th, 2010
A Roosevelt County detention officer is facing petty misdemeanor embezzlement charges, accused of stealing prescription drugs from an inmate.
Carolina Gonzalez, 27, of Clovis is the second d...
County attorney: Video OK in courthouse
October 26th, 2010
Curry County officials have done nothing wrong in playing an informational video related to Tuesday’s election in the lobby of the courthouse, its attorney said Tuesday.
A petition see...
Land use meeting postponed
October 26th, 2010
A Joint Land Use Study public meeting scheduled for Thursday at the Clovis-Carver Public Library has been postponed. It has not yet been rescheduled.
The study is being conducted by Curry an...
Public Works Committee meeting agenda
October 26th, 2010
CITY OF CLOVIS
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE
AGENDA
Cannon spouses start German club
October 26th, 2010
Calling all fluent German speakers to join them is a new German club that has stemmed from Cannon Air Force Base. Deutscher Stammtisch, which is German for German Club, was started by Barbara Hower...
Carlsbad's Ross stood out early, locals say
October 26th, 2010
Tim King says San Francisco Giants outfielder Cody Ross hasn’t changed much since the days they played together at Carlsbad High School.
Same laid-back personality, same violent swing....
Tuesday morning briefing: Free legal advice, school spirit and a shoot...
October 26th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.
Send lawyers
There a free legal fair from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Curry County courthouse....
Wednesday morning briefing: Flu shots, senioritis and pie
October 26th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.
Flu shots
Portales Municipal Schools' website has information about the 2010 flu vaccine an...
De Baca County sample ballot
October 25th, 2010
The following is a sample of the Nov. 2 general election ballot as it will appear to DeBaca County voters:United States RepresentativeDistrict 2Vote for one:• Har...
Semi-pro football tryout draws 74
October 25th, 2010
A tryout for the inaugural Curry County Cats was above expectations, the team’s general manager said.
Mike Muscato said 74 hopefuls came to Leon Williams Stadium Sunday morning to take...
Parents, teachers meet about AYP scores
October 25th, 2010
Teachers and administrators for the Clovis Municipal Schools met with parents Monday night in a forum to discuss adequate yearly progress.
Cindy Martin, deputy superintendent of operations f...
Meetings watch: Clovis school board
October 25th, 2010
The Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education will meet 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at the administration building.
Agenda items include:
• A resolution regarding support of the Curry Co...
Comments sought on land use plan
October 25th, 2010
Local residents have until Nov. 30 to comment on a draft plan of a Joint Land Use Study.
Comments will be accepted either by mail or e-mail, according to a press release from the Curry Count...
Police: Crash may have been intentional
October 25th, 2010
A crash Sunday on Interstate 40 resulting in the death of a 39-year-old California man may have been intentional, according to New Mexico State Police Capt. Jimmy Glascock.
Glascock said the...
Letter to the editor: Inmates treated better than seniors
October 25th, 2010
Do we really need a judicial complex? I say no, but that’s my choice. Maybe we should use the money for something else, and here is some food for thought:
Let’s put seniors in ja...
Health care regulations going too far
October 25th, 2010
Within moments of President Barack Obama signing the landmark health care bill in March, lawsuits were filed, in Florida, Virginia and elsewhere. They challenged its constitutionality on the ground...
Wildlife refuge celebrating anniversary
October 25th, 2010
The Muleshoe National Wildlife Refuge is planning a 75th anniversary celebration Dec. 4 at the reserve, 1531 County Road 1248 off Highway 214 South.
The schedule runs from 6:30 a.m. (CST) to...
Winning season still possible for Hounds
October 25th, 2010
BLACKWATER DRAW — It was soon apparent in Saturday’s Lone Star Conference crossover game against fourth-ranked Abilene Christian that the Eastern New Mexico University football team was...
RiverHawks post soccer sweep over ENMU
October 25th, 2010
PORTALES — Josue Garcia scored the deciding goal in the 78th minute on Sunday, and Northeastern State edged Eastern New Mexico University 4-3 in Lone Star Conference men’s soccer at the...
Monday morning briefing: Video games, school talk and a lot of wind
October 25th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.
Video game of the week
Fresh from the desk of our own video game fan Jenna Zamie.
Game: Fallout: New...
Bond D will have positive impact
October 23rd, 2010
As presidents of Clovis Community College and Eastern New Mexico University, we want to outline the benefits of General Obligation Bond D in the Nov. 2 General Election, and why it makes sense to t...
Opera singer leaves behind real legacy
October 23rd, 2010
Not every person of note whose death seems worthy of comment is entirely admirable, so it is especially pleasant to note the passing of somebody who offered the world beauty and artistry of an un...
Police blotter — Oct. 24
October 23rd, 2010
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 9 a.m. Oct. 16 an officer responded to a residence in the 1000 block of East 1...
Weekly update — Oct. 24
October 23rd, 2010
Texico school boss gets raise
Texico Schools Superintendent R. L. Richards has received a raise of nearly $26,000 a year, according to a three-year contract approved by the school boa...
Overseas voters granted extension
October 23rd, 2010
Overseas voters from New Mexico have been granted an extension after ballots in six counties, including Curry County, were sent out past deadline for the Nov. 2 General Election.
To be count...
Clovis Christian earns top seed in 6-man playoffs
October 23rd, 2010
To no one’s real surprise Saturday, Clovis Christian emerged as the top seed in the state 6-man football playoffs.
The Eagles (8-0), the state’s lone undefeated 6-man squad, thum...
Parmer, Bailey early voting runs through Friday
October 23rd, 2010
Parmer and Bailey County voters have a few state races to weigh in on from now until the Nov. 5 general election.
There are no contested elections in Parmer County.
The only contested...
Candidate profiles: De Baca County
October 23rd, 2010
There are three contested De Baca County positions up for grabs in the Nov. 2 general election.
The race for magistrate judge in De Baca County is between incumbent Republican Buddy Hall, wh...
Club notes — Oct. 24
October 23rd, 2010
Clovis BPO Does
The Clovis Benevolent Patriotic Order of Does held a regular meeting on Oct. 14.
Prior to the meeting, Elks Exalted Ruler Gayle Hanks spoke to the group. She t...
On the shelves — Oct. 24
October 23rd, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Eureka! The Surprising Stories Behind the Ideas That Shaped the...
Senior happenings — Oct. 24
October 23rd, 2010
Friendship Senior Center
901 West 13th St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-11 a.m., Coffee klatch, ceramics, cards,...
School menus — Oct. 24
October 23rd, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — English muffin with egg and cheese. Lunch — Bean tostada, Spanish rice, lettuce and tomato, fruit....
Business, quilt tips featured on show
October 23rd, 2010
Information on critical business thinking, making kaleidoscope quilts and insertion lace machine embroidery will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and no...
Customer rapport key to sales
October 23rd, 2010
Everybody loves a bargain — maybe even more so in these tight economic times.
That could also explain the popularity of the shows “Pawn Stars” and “American Pickers&r...
Friday area prep football capsules — Oct. 22
October 23rd, 2010
Clovis Christian 56, Roy 22 Records: Clovis Christian 8-0 (4-0 6-man District 1), Roy 7-1 (4-0). Of note: The win in the battle of unbeatens gives Clovis Christian the dis...
Wildcats roll past Hobbs in district opener
October 22nd, 2010
The Clovis Wildcats posted 532 yards of offense and cruised to a 54-14 win over Hobbs 54-14 Friday at Leon Williams Stadium in the District 4-5A opener for both teams.
Raymond Beachum, who f...
In Search of Ponies: Procedure may lighten load
October 22nd, 2010
He knew something was up when I spent an extra second scrubbing behind his ears, then rinsed and combed out his unruly curls.
And he slept a little closer to me, stealing more of my pillow t...
Grant McGee: Airplane travel still amazing
October 22nd, 2010
The morning broke crystal-clear and cool the other day, a beautiful High Plains morning.
I was outside tending to my chores when the sound of a jet caught my ear; that jet noise from far awa...
Goal in OT boosts Zias to 1-0 win
October 22nd, 2010
PORTALES — Senior defender Justine Tydings scored off a corner kick by freshman defender-midfielder Andrea Lister in the second minute of overtime Friday and the Eastern New Mexico University...
Project aids ENMU coach's daughter
October 22nd, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University has announced a “Win for Wallis” campaign in support of Lauren Wallis, the daughter of ENMU defensive coordinator Todd Wallis and his wife, Michelle.
Prep football scoreboard — Oct. 22
October 22nd, 2010
District 4-5A
Clovis 54, Hobbs 14
District 4-3A
Lovington 61, Portales 22
District 2-2A
Texico 22, Tucumcari 21
8-man District 3
Friday morning briefing: Trick-or-Treat news, a few good men and a cri...
October 22nd, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.
Trick-or-Treat
Yes, it’s true.
City officials in Clovis and Portales confirm that Trick-or-Trea...
Press release: ENMU athletics announces progress of “Win for Wal...
October 21st, 2010
PORTALES, N.M.— Eastern New Mexico University Athletic Director Dr. Jeff Geiser has announced that supporters of the “Win for Wallis” Campaign have combined to pledge $10.03 per...
Rams face another top QB
October 21st, 2010
The Portales Rams are starting their District 4-3A schedule with plans to leave it all on the field in Lovington tonight as they face the the top-ranked Wildcats.
“I told the guys, &ls...
Amos: the leftover pizza nightmare
October 21st, 2010
boss i may have told you this
but you should never eat
day-old pizza slices leftover
from a church youth party
it creates strange visions -
and not those of the b...
Truth will find all who deceive in the end
October 21st, 2010
Are things always as they seem? My sister received an e-mail from a couple in her church on Friday, October 15th, that answers this question with a “No”:
“We are writing th...
Professional baseball league coming to Clovis
October 21st, 2010
Professional baseball is coming back to Clovis.
Pecos League Commissioner Andrew Dunn said Thursday that one of the league’s eight teams will definitely be in Clovis in 2011.
Mo...
Meetings watch: City commission
October 21st, 2010
During Thursday’s Clovis City Commission meeting at the north annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library, commissioners:
• heard Billy Garcia of Clovis voice his disapproval of the...
Cannon spouse wins lottery
October 21st, 2010
A Clovis homemaker and military spouse won $30,000 playing scratch off lottery’s Big Bingo Monday night.
Darlene Greene told lottery officials she plans to use some of the money to pay...
Prep football capsules — Oct. 22
October 21st, 2010
Tucumcari (5-3, 1-0 District 2-2A)
at Texico (3-4, 0-1)
• When: 7 p.m. today
• Last meeting: 2009, the Wolverines scored a 26-7 win at Tuc...
Floyd forfeits remaining football games
October 21st, 2010
Floyd has forfeited its last two football games of its season because of a depleted roster, according to school officials.
Floyd was scheduled to host Tatum tonight in an 8-man District 3 ga...
Former Olympic swimmer to speak at Chamber luncheon
October 21st, 2010
Four-time Olympian Sheila Taormina will be the keynote speaker at Monday’s Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce luncheon.
The event will be noon at the Chamber of Commerce.
T...
Letters to the editor: Time for public officials to listen
October 21st, 2010
We wish to thank the Clovis News Journal for its viewpoint to vote no on the jail and courthouse in last Sunday’s paper. I am so thankful someone has finally stood up to our public officials...
Animals can never be too smart
October 21st, 2010
One of the grandest sights in the world, in my opinion, is watching a cow dog at work. A bird dog is just as neat. Riding a champion cutting horse or barrel racing horse is an extra special thrill...
Legal fair scheduled at courthouse
October 21st, 2010
A legal fair will be held 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Curry County Courthouse.
Free consultations are available with attorneys and civil legal service providers. Issues covered inc...
Executive order not instant fix for education
October 21st, 2010
It’s hard to get too excited about the executive order President Obama signed Wednesday.
The order renews the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics, and came...
Two injured in crash
October 21st, 2010
Two Clovis men are in critical condition at a Lubbock hospital following a single-vehicle rollover in Curry County Wednesday night.
Hilario Ulibarri, 27, and Hector A. Guzman, 29, suffered h...
EMMU-Abiliene Christian football game notes
October 21st, 2010
Cllick here for game notes from Saturday's ENMU-Abilene Christian f...
Meetings watch: Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority
October 21st, 2010
At the Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority meeting Thursday in Portales City Hall, authority representatives:
• agreed to allow lobbyist John Ryan to plan a local Nov. 4 e...
Press release: Sheila Taormina to visit Clovis
October 21st, 2010
At just over 5’2” tall, and not having made her first Olympic team until the age of 27, Sheila Taormina seems an unlikely candidate to have competed at four consecutive summer Olympiads...
Thursday morning briefing: Local military operations and a question of...
October 21st, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Military operations
A heads-up from Cannon AFB, where they are conducting an Operational Readiness Exe...
Honoring God more important than Earth
October 20th, 2010
I’m afraid I’ve discovered that I’m not very “Green.”
Whenever we fall to self-righteousness, we are religious about it, but overtly religious people have in no...
Hounds fall at WT, 3-0
October 20th, 2010
CANYON, TEXAS — West Texas A&M scored three goals in the final 15 minutes and beat Eastern New Mexico University 3-0 on Wednesday in a Lone Star Conference men’s soccer match.
Press release: Brooks Selected as LSC Offensive Player of the Week
October 20th, 2010
PORTALES, N.M.— Freshman defender Jehmaine Brooks (Toronto, Ontario, Canada/Notre Dame Catholic Secondary) from the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team has been selected as...
Area farmers: More dryland corn grown for grain
October 20th, 2010
Roosevelt and Curry County farmers grew more dryland corn for grain this year and they expect the trend to continue.
Also, corn silage, the biggest use of locally grown corn, had varied yiel...
Letters to the editor: Jail problems lie with leadership
October 20th, 2010
Jail problems lie with leadership
Regarding Sunday’s editorial (“Vote no on jail, courthouse”):
Amen to Publisher Ray Sullivan and Editor David Stevens.
Letters to the editor: Consultants agree jail outdated
October 20th, 2010
Consultants agree jail outdated
It appears the Clovis News Journal and some citizens place most of the blame for the deficiencies at the courthouse and jail on past commissioners and...
Christians set good example to follow
October 20th, 2010
We hear it from Ward Churchill proteges and our most-progressive friends and colleagues. White male American Christian capitalists are intolerant of other cultures and religions, and they must sto...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
October 20th, 2010
The Clovis City Commission meets 5:15 p.m. today at the north annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
Agenda items include:
• A resolution for the abatement of a building rule...
Education digest — Oct. 21
October 20th, 2010
Eastern theater to put on 'Peanuts' production
Eastern New Mexico University’s theater department will perform “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” according to...
City Commission meeting agenda
October 20th, 2010
AGENDA
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
North Annex, Clovis-Carver Library
Education column: Geysers erupt at La Casita
October 20th, 2010
You’ve heard of Old Faithful? Last week crowds of students and teachers at La Casita Elementary “ooh-ed” and “ahh-ed” at erupting geysers on their own school playgroun...
Cannon conducting readiness exercise
October 20th, 2010
Cannon Air Force Base will be conducting an operational readiness exercise until Oct. 29, according to a news release.
The release said the exercise began Wednesday.
Residents on or n...
Fishing report — Oct. 20
October 20th, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, OCT. 20, 2010: NEW MEXICO FISHING REPORT This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and thefishphone.com, has been generated from the best...
Press release: CCC to Host Veterans' Fair
October 20th, 2010
Clovis Community College proudly supports our veterans and thanks them for their service to our country.
In honor of their service, CCC will be hosting a Veteran’s Fair on November 9th...
Press release: Cannon AFB to Conduct Exercise Oct. 20 - 29
October 20th, 2010
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, N.M.-- Cannon will be conducting an Operational Readiness Exercise October 20 through October 29 and residents on or near the installation may notice increased activity, use...
Wednesday morning briefing: A sneak peek, sweet business and a Red sca...
October 20th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.
Video of the day
Local folks are Joking Around.
Kitchen tip of the week
Roll out pie...
Zias soccer coach stepping down
October 19th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer coach Ray Nause has turned in his resignation at the school, effective at the end of the current season.
Nause has been the Zias’ coa...
Six-hour standoff ends with Tucumcari man's death
October 19th, 2010
A six-hour standoff with police ended with the death of a Tucumcari man Monday night.
Officers initially responded to a domestic dispute report that ended when Daniel Gonzales, 56, prompted...
United Way focusing on outreach
October 19th, 2010
The United Way of Eastern New Mexico is in campaign mode.
The charitable organization that aids non-profits throughout Curry and Roosevelt counties kicked off its fundraising campaign last m...
Meetings watch: Curry County Commission
October 19th, 2010
During its regular meeting Tuesday, the Curry County Commission:
• Issued a proclamation declaring October Domestic Violence Awareness month.
• Heard a presentation from Eri...
Enhanced high school concussion rules positive move
October 19th, 2010
After a particularly bad weekend for head injuries on the football field, Monday’s announcement by Texas’ University Interscholastic League regarding head injuries seems reasonable.
Elections exist for public’s benefit
October 19th, 2010
I care about items in this year’s elections. And I’d benefit from many of the choices I’d make. Pat Sajak thinks that’s enough to keep some people out of the process.
GI Bill attracting quality recruits
October 19th, 2010
Military recruiting commands report “some all-time highs” in the quality of recruits who enlisted in the fiscal year that ended Sept. 30. Acknowledging that the dismal job market is a f...
Tuesday morning briefing: Cash & carry, an all-nighter and a revolutio...
October 19th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Cash and carry
Portales schools are having a "cash and carry" sale to dispose of excess furniture, equi...
ENMU men seventh, women ninth at WT rodeo
October 18th, 2010
CANYON, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University's men took four of the top five spots in team roping and finished seventh in team standings over the weekend in the West Texas A&M rodeo....
Press release: Bingaman in Clovis, Portales
October 18th, 2010
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman will be in Portales on Tuesday, October 19th and in Clovis on Wednesday, October 20th will take part in several events in the area.
On Tuesday,...
Letters to the editor: City should pursue property liens
October 18th, 2010
I read in Thursday’s paper that we are facing huge tax increases (yes, tax) for trash handling and disposal.
City employees have told me there are a number of properties in Clovis that...
Winter Texas should travel at own risk
October 18th, 2010
Winter Texans who already are starting to trickle into the Rio Grande Valley and others interested in crossing into Mexico might be alarmed at some of the latest news coming out of Mexico. Then a...
Airport runway groundbreaking Wednesday morning
October 18th, 2010
Groundbreaking for a $5.5 million runway and taxiway extension at the Clovis Municipal Airport is scheduled for 10 a.m. Wednesday at the airport terminal building, located six miles east of Clovis...
Meetings watch: Curry County Commission
October 18th, 2010
During a meeting 9 a.m. today in the Clovis Carver Library North Annex, Curry County Commissioners are expected to:
• Hear an update on Hartley House and adopt a proclamation for Domes...
Candidate profiles: Magistrate judge
October 18th, 2010
Curry County still has two magistrate court judges. But this election, voters will only have a chance to vote for the one that lives in their division.
County commissioners, under court orde...
Zias, Hounds absorb second-half losses
October 18th, 2010
PORTALES — Angelo State’s Brandie DeBacker scored her seventh goal of the season early in the second half and the Rambelles went on to a 2-0 Lone Star Conference women’s soccer vi...
Monday morning briefing: Video games, school talk and a big state
October 18th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.
Video game of the week
Compiled by our very own Jenna Zamie for your enjoyment.
Game: Kirby's Epic Ya...
Senior happenings — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Sunday: 1-5 p.m., Dance at La Casa Senior Center.
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p....
On the shelves — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Four-Headed Brahma Broods: Creating Unity Through...
School menus — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Soft beef taco, Spanish rice an...
Birthdays — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
Castillo
John Castillo of Clovis celebrated his 40th birthday 4:30 p.m. Oct. 12 at home.
He was born Oct. 12, 1970, in Muleshoe.
The celebration was hosted by his sister...
Honors — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
Boal
Air Force Cadet Caitlin A. Boal completed six weeks of basic cadet training and has been officially accepted into the U.S. Air Force Academy Preparatory School in Colorado Spri...
Green shopping, grapefruit featured on show
October 16th, 2010
Information on grapefruit for breakfast, making a double green shopping bag and fabric tinting with crayons will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and n...
Club notes — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
Daughters of the American Revolution
The El Portal Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, met Oct. 9 at the Miles Anthropological Museum at ENMU in Portales...
Science fiction can reflect society
October 16th, 2010
The realm known as speculative fiction (politically correct term for science fiction) has always held a moderate level of fascination for me. By moderate, I mean that I sometimes like to watch it,...
Chilean rescues inspiring
October 16th, 2010
Inspiring news stories don’t come along too often. Inspiring news stories on a global level are even more rare.
The rescue of 33 trapped miners in Chile will rate up there with the mi...
Saturday area prep football capsule 10/17
October 16th, 2010
CCS 56, San Jon 0 Records: Clovis Christian 7-0 (3-0 6-man District 1), San Jon 4-3 (1-2). Difference: The Eagles dominated the Coyotes from the start, scoring seven first...
Hounds absorb 22-19 loss at East Central
October 16th, 2010
ADA, Okla. — If the Eastern New Mexico University football team has any Lone Star Conference North Division title hopes, the Greyhounds are going to need considerable help.
Junior quar...
Southeastern Oklahoma tops Zias
October 16th, 2010
DURANT, Okla. — Lunden Azuara collected 15 kills, 22 digs and three aces Saturday and Southeastern Oklahoma snapped Eastern New Mexico University’s three-match winning streak with a 25-...
Clovis NAACP holding nominations meeting
October 16th, 2010
The Clovis branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is holding a meeting Monday, according to a news release.
The meeting will be held 7 p.m. Monday at the Li...
Candidate profiles: Attorney general
October 16th, 2010
In the race between Gary King and Matt Chandler for state attorney general, corruption and border security have dominated discussions.
Democrat incumbent King has stood behind his record and...
Official: Bond money would go to classroom renovation at CCC
October 16th, 2010
Clovis Community College is one of six institutions hoping to receive $1 million or less from Education Bond D, one of four bond issues on the Nov. 2 general election ballot.
Education Bond...
Weekly update — Oct. 17
October 16th, 2010
Opening ceremony scheduled for overpass
A ceremony for the opening of the Hull Street Overpass will be coming in November, but likely long after the first car passes over the new stru...
Five constitutional amendments on ballot
October 16th, 2010
Five constitutional amendments are up on the November ballot.
Unless specifically noted in the text of the amendment, changes are effective immediately.
Arguments are suggested by the...
Vote no on jail, courthouse
October 16th, 2010
On Nov. 2, thoughtful voters have plenty of reasons to vote against the $33 million judicial complex that Curry County officials want.
We believe they should vote no on the two tax issues...
Candidate profiles: District 63 representative
October 16th, 2010
An open seat in the New Mexico Legislature is between a Santa Rosa business owner and a former House of Representatives page and Senate employee.
The District 63 seat, currently held by Demo...
Coyotes roll over Portales
October 15th, 2010
ROSWELL — It was a rough night up front for the Rams’ defense as Portales lost a non-district game to the Roswell Coyotes 43-14 on Friday night at the Wool Bowl.
“We talked...
Friday prep football scoreboard 10/15
October 15th, 2010
Manzano 66, Clovis 48, final Roswell High 43, Portales 14, final District 2-1A Hagerman 26, Fort Sumner 18, final 6-Man District 2 Valley...
Cardinals post win over Zias
October 15th, 2010
SAN ANTONIO — Freshman Amber Guenther scored a pair of goals Friday and Incarnate Word kept Eastern New Mexico University winless in Lone Star Conference women’s soccer play with a 4-1...
Taco Box wins award
October 15th, 2010
Taco Box of Clovis and Portales was named a winner Friday of the Association of Commerce and Industry of New Mexico’s Vision, Investment, Vitality and Action (VIVA) Awards.
Tom and Gai...
Peanut butter food from heaven
October 15th, 2010
I was chatting with some folks the other day when one of our area’s unique food specialties came up: The Peanut Butter Milkshake.
Well, I think it’s unique anyway.
Have yo...
Perspective born from childhood impatience
October 15th, 2010
It all started with a chicken and an egg.
And another egg, and another… Make that a chicken and a nest of eggs.
Enter a hungry polecat (Appalachian for skunk) and you have a ne...
Friday prep football scoreboard 10/15
October 15th, 2010
Manzano 66, Clovis 48, final Roswell High 43, Portales 14, final District 2-1A Hagerman 26, Fort Sumner 18, final 6-Man District 2 Valley...
Friday morning briefing: Black eyes, free food and cash for a cause
October 15th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.School business
Monday is parent-teacher conference day for Portales Municipal Schools from 11 a.m. to 6...
Zias slip past East Central in five games
October 15th, 2010
ADA, Okla. — Junior middle blockers Jessica King and Kristen Beck each had two kills in a match-ending 7-1 run in the fifth game and Eastern New Mexico University pulled out a 22-25, 25-20, 2...
ENMU basketball teams start practice
October 15th, 2010
PORTALES — It’s time for basketball to begin at Eastern New Mexico University.
The Greyhounds and Zias are slated to begin official practice today, the women practicing at 2 p.m....
a view from under the pew: amos fights his self-image
October 14th, 2010
amos the churchmouse:
a view from under the pew
Editor’s note: Amos hasn’t been pleased with his appearance. It seems he’s...
Good stewardship acting for others, not self
October 14th, 2010
I wrote about Auntie Mille several years ago. A reader request has prompted me to tell about her once again. I found out about her from one of my students who her great niece.
Auntie Mille w...
Area weekend football capsules 10/15
October 14th, 2010
Hagerman (6-1, 0-0 District 2-1A) at Fort Sumner (7-0, 0-0) • When: 7 p.m. today • Last meeting: 2009, the teams met twice at Hagerman, with the Bo...
Rams look to build on first win
October 14th, 2010
The Portales Rams are looking to build a little momentum as they travel to the Wool Bowl tonight to take on the Class 4A Roswell Coyotes at 7 p.m.
The Rams (1-5) are fresh off their first wi...
Weekly LSC volleyball, soccer, cross country update
October 14th, 2010
Volleyball standings
All Times MDT
Conf. All
W-L W-L
Abilene Christian 7-0 18-3
West Texas A&M 7-0 14-7
Angelo State 6-1 10...
Cemeteries help keep life in proper perspective
October 14th, 2010
I’m weird, and I know it. But I sort of enjoy spending some time in cemeteries. I’m talking, of course, about the times when I want to be there, not the times when I have to be. Big dif...
MainStreet aims to raise money with downtown gala
October 14th, 2010
An event that started as a wine and cheese tasting nine years ago has evolved to include New Mexico wines, beers, an olive bar, salsa bar and chocolate fountain.
The food is part of the attr...
Struggle gives way to innovation
October 14th, 2010
The bossman bid on a fence building job along the right-of-way of a newly paved road in the northern New Mexico mountains. He didn’t tell the ranch hands about it until he actually got the co...
Chile worthy of recognition for mine rescue
October 14th, 2010
The effort to rescue 33 miners trapped a half-mile underground for 69 days was bound to attract attention, but the worldwide interest in the operation has made it a perhaps surprising global phenom...
Press Release: Stop Loss deadline extended
October 14th, 2010
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tom Udall, D-N.M., today announced that the Department of Defense has extended until Dec. 3 the deadline for ac...
Thursday morning briefing: Measuring power, a music fest and breaking...
October 14th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing.Power measured
Clovis-Carver Public Library has portable power meters that allow you to determine ener...
Provisional warrant approved for Noe Torres
October 13th, 2010
An arrest warrant to hasten extradition from Mexico has been obtained for Clovis fugitive Noe Torres.
A provisional warrant for Torres has been approved, according to a press release issued...
Commissioners amend Hotel Clovis lease agreement
October 13th, 2010
The Clovis City Commission quickly approved its only agenda item Wednesday, an amendment to the Hotel Clovis lease agreement with Tierra Realty of Taos.
The company is seeking Housing and Ur...
Press problems will delay Thursday newspaper delivery
October 13th, 2010
Electrical problems on the press in Clovis were expected to delay delivery of today’s Clovis News Journal and Portales News-Tribune.
Newspaper Publisher Ray Sullivan said the papers we...
Prep football capsules — Oct. 13
October 13th, 2010
Texico (3-3, 0-0 District 2-2A) at Santa Rosa (3-4, 0-0)
• When: 7 p.m. Thursday
• Last meeting: 2009, Santa Rosa posted a 21-7 victory at Texico.
Education column: Drama classes open doors for students
October 13th, 2010
Sitting in on a couple of Clovis High School drama classes taught by long-time educator, Keith Ingram (who also happens to be a motivational speaker and published author), I was astonished by the s...
Education digest — Oct. 14
October 13th, 2010
Band fundraiser set for Saturday
The annual Clovis High School marching band fundraiser Noodles and Notes will be held Saturday.
A ticket will gain admission to the spaghetti d...
Press release: Beck chosen as LSC co-offensive player of the week
October 13th, 2010
RICHARDSON, TEXAS — Junior outside hitter Kristen Beck (Odessa, Texas/Odessa HS/ Midland) from the Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team, has been selected as the Lone Star Conference...
Wednesday morning briefing: Report cards, calendars and a poet in pris...
October 13th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.
Making the grade
Today marks the end of the first nine weeks in the fall semester for the Clovis Mu...
Zias reach .500 mark, sweep Lady Aggies
October 12th, 2010
PORTALES — The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team trailed only briefly at the start of the third game Tuesday night and the Zias cruised to a sweep of Oklahoma Panhandle State 25-1...
Judicial complex concerns addressed at forum
October 12th, 2010
The Curry County Commission held its second public forum on upcoming ballot questions for the first phase of the county criminal justice complex.
There was more attendance and more complex s...
County manager: Judicial complex operating costs hinge on tax increase
October 12th, 2010
It will cost Curry County an estimated $1.2 million more a year to staff and operate a proposed judicial complex. And meeting those operating costs hinges on voters passing an increase in gross rec...
Police release identity of 73-year-old fire victim
October 12th, 2010
A 73-year-old who died when his trailer home caught fire Monday was wheelchair-bound and deaf, according witness statements included in a police incident report.
Porfirio Tenorio’s nam...
Congress passes benefits package
October 12th, 2010
It’s unusual for Congress to pass a comprehensive bill to help thousands of veterans with a final legislative sprint that leaves veterans’ service organizations wondering what just happ...
Ready to let Google take wheel
October 12th, 2010
My favorite cop-driver story comes from two friends in Portales mocking a street sign. The sign said, “Speed controlled by radar,” which led them to joke the driver was no longer respon...
Nobel goes to deserving recipient
October 12th, 2010
The Nobel Prize for Literature has of late been awarded all too often to obscure novelists whose purported resistance to authority and mere fashion consisted of embracing a safe and fashionable b...
Medical group offering flu shots
October 12th, 2010
Presbyterian Medical Group in Clovis will provide nearly 400 free children and adult flu shots Saturday.
The group, located at 2200 W. 21st St. in Clovis, will hold their free flu shot clini...
Hartley House race, run/walk postponed
October 12th, 2010
The Hartley House Run to Defeat Domestic Violence, a 5K race and 1-mile fun run/walk, has been postponed.
The event was set for Saturday at Clovis Community College.
A makeup date wil...
Medical center holding grand opening in Friona
October 12th, 2010
Parmer Medical Center in Friona has announced an Oct. 22 grand opening at its facility.
The event will run from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. (CDT) as a come-and-go celebration at 1307 Cleveland Street....
Press release: PMC grand opening set
October 12th, 2010
Parmer Medical Center has announced that its Grand Opening will be Friday, October 22nd from 2:00 – 4:00 pm. It is a come and go celebration with a ribbon cutting at 2:30. Area residents ar...
Customer Service
October 12th, 2010
The Portales News-Tribune is looking for the right person to fill a customer service position. This person will be responsible for greeting customers, directing them to the correct department...
Mailroom Foreman
October 12th, 2010
Join a dynamic and growing company to make an impact on our customers and our organization. Freedom New Mexico is looking for a mailroom foreman who will be involved in all phases of the mail...
Press release: Southwest Premiere of Bless Me, Ultima Coming To Clovis
October 12th, 2010
New Mexico's beloved novel, Bless Me, Ultima, by Santa Rosa native and acclaimed Chicano writer, Rudolfo Anaya, comes to the stage at Marshall Auditorium, Saturday, October 23, 7p.m. in its southwe...
Tuesday morning briefing: Zoo video and pro player from Muleshoe talks...
October 12th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Video of the day
No tall tales here...check out the latest addition at Hillcrest Park Zoo.
ENMU's ball control puts Bronchos away
October 11th, 2010
BLACKWATER DRAW — Saturday’s 49-31 Lone Star Conference North Division win over Central Oklahoma at Greyhound Stadium provided Eastern New Mexico University’s defense with somethi...
LSC football recap — Oct. 11
October 11th, 2010
This weekly report is submitted by conference SID's.
Northeastern State 24, Texas A&M-Commerce 7
Block grant meeting kept short
October 11th, 2010
The City of Clovis held a quick public meeting for information on the Community Development Block Grant process.
Just one member of the public, Michael Sena of Clovis, attended.
Burro...
Business licenses — Oct. 12
October 11th, 2010
The following business licenses were obtained from the City of Clovis in the month of September:
• Fire Safety Association, LLC
Type: Fire safety equipment
City commission to meet on lease agreement
October 11th, 2010
The Clovis City Commission will meet 5:15 p.m. Wednesday in special session at the north annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
The commission will vote on an amendment to a lease agreem...
Attorney general debate set for Tuesday
October 11th, 2010
Attorney General candidates Democrat incumbent Gary King and Republican challenger Matt Chandler, Ninth Judicial District attorney, are set to debate key issues in their race Tuesday.
The de...
Dora man not charged in shooting
October 11th, 2010
A Roosevelt County grand jury decided Friday not to charge a Dora man involved in the August shooting death of Kenneth Glasscock, 44, said District Attorney Matt Chandler.
According to law...
Not right time for justice complex
October 11th, 2010
Let me see if I get this right:
When I came back to Clovis in 1992, the jail was being discussed as unsuitable then. Fast forward 18 years and what have we got? A deficient jail and courthou...
Couple’s mishap should serve as warning
October 11th, 2010
More than a week has passed since Tiffany Young-Hartley reported her husband was fatally shot as they rode personal watercraft on International Falcon Reservoir, southeast of Laredo, Texas.
...
Insurance coverages vary for home-based businesses
October 11th, 2010
Insurance needs for a home-based business are not as different from a storefront business. However, there are areas that home-based business owners may overlook when considering insurance coverage....
Late goal lifts Hounds past UTPB
October 11th, 2010
ODESSA, Texas — Without a win since entering the NCAA Division II rankings two weeks ago for the first time in school history, the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team was ge...
Monday morning briefing: Classes canceled, a can of nuts and a prize p...
October 11th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.
No school
Classes at Eastern New Mexico University are canceled today and tomorrow.The university will...
PHS seventh-graders finish season undefeated
October 10th, 2010
Freedom New Mexico
Portales Junior High School seventh-grade football team finished undefeated for the second season in a row.
The 6-0 team of 41 players used their size to manhandle...
Zias notch win over Cameron
October 9th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University ended a six-match Lone Star Conference losing streak against Cameron on Saturday by sweeping the Lady Aggies 25-17, 25-18, 25-17 at Greyhound Arena.
Sophomore...
CAT TRACKS: Defense sticks up for teammate
October 9th, 2010
Sticking up for each other on the field, and sticking their support on their legs.
The Clovis Wildcats showed unity in stopping Artesia’s offense consistently in a 13-7 win Friday nigh...
ENMU to host AG candidate debate
October 9th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University will host a debate Tuesday between candidates for the office of New Mexico Attorney General.
The debate between Democratic incumbent Gary King and Republican ch...
Local bond questions spark contention
October 9th, 2010
Whether to build a new judicial complex and jail may prove to be the most contentious local questions voters are asked to answer Nov. 2.
The first phase of the proposed project is expected t...
Police blotter — Oct. 10
October 9th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 1 a.m. Sept. 24 an officer was on patrol in the area of 21st and Thornton stre...
Attorney general candidates discuss open government
October 9th, 2010
Editor’s note: Freedom New Mexico invited attorney general candidates Matt Chandler and Gary King to share their views on New Mexico’s Open Records Act and Inspection of...
Free speech not intended to mask hate
October 9th, 2010
Last week was a tangled mess of free-speech controversies. Anti-Christian smut hung on the wall of a government-funded art museum in Loveland, Colo., right up until a woman offended by the expensiv...
Candidate profiles: Public Regulation Commission
October 9th, 2010
An open race for the state’s Public Regulation Commission is on November’s general election ballot.
The race is between Patrick Lyons, a former state senator and the current stat...
Weekly update — Oct. 10
October 9th, 2010
County attorney contracted
Tuesday, Curry County entered into a one-year contract with Stephen Doerr of Doerr & Knudson, PA to serve as county attorney.
The rate for Doerr&...
Candidate profiles: Land Commission
October 9th, 2010
The race for state land commissioner pits a veteran against a newcomer, both counting on voters' thirst for change. Specifically, a change to transparency.
Democrat Ray Powell of Albuquerque...
On the shelves — Oct. 10
October 9th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Teach Like a Champion: 49 Techniques That Put Students On the Path to College” by...
Conquering cravings featured on show
October 9th, 2010
Information on conquering food cravings, tips for the savvy pet parent and creating a new look for a new career will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday a...
School menus — Oct. 10
October 9th, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: No school for Fall Break.
Tuesday: Breakfast — Pancake sausage on a stick. Lunch — Chicken nugget chef, salad...
Awareness important tool in fighting cancer
October 9th, 2010
Before getting into this column, I need to make a correction and apology.
To my Lutheran colleagues: It seems probable the Martin Luther incident never occurred — the punch in the nose...
Predicting weather hard to do
October 9th, 2010
Weather prognosticators — they’re a dime a dozen. I predict many of them will be all wet.
We’ve all got our favorite TV weather person. We choose them for their banter or...
Midwestern State blanks Hounds, Zias
October 9th, 2010
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University made third-ranked Midwestern State work for most of the match before the Mustangs pulled away late for a 4-0 Lone Star Conference men&rsqu...
Mountainair outlasts Melrose in 2 OTs
October 8th, 2010
MELROSE — The battle of No. 1 vs. No. 2 more than lived up to its billing.
Unfortunately for the second-ranked Melrose Buffaloes, the game was just a few seconds too long.
Top-r...
Rattlers rout Demons 40-0
October 8th, 2010
A potent offense and aggressive defense made for an easy night for the Tucumcari Rattlers
Led by Cameron Montano’s 255-yard, four-touchdown performance, the visiting Rattlers pounded t...
Cats hold Artesia to season lows in 13-7 win
October 8th, 2010
The Clovis Wildcats defended the Artesia Bulldogs, and defended their turf in the process.
Clovis held visiting Artesia to a by-far season low on offense in a 13-7 victory Friday at Leon Wil...
Hotel California to perform Saturday
October 8th, 2010
Hotel California — A Salute to the Eagles, an Eagles cover band, will still be performing tonight.
An Eagles concert in Lubbock was rescheduled earlier this week and has caused concer...
In search of ponies: Co-worker explains dressing up pet
October 8th, 2010
Once upon a time I remember rescuing a stray cat from neighborhood girls who had dressed him in doll clothes and put him in a baby stroller.
From my perspective at the time, they may as well...
Nomads continue to grow in third rugby season
October 8th, 2010
Saturday is game time for the Clovis Nomads, with the rugby squad well into its third season.
The Nomads (2-2) have been in operation for four seasons, and first started league play in the 2...
Prep football scoreboard — Oct. 8
October 8th, 2010
Area
Dora 63, House 20
Lake Arthur 34, Elida 25
Clovis 13, Artesia 7
Fort Sumner 42, Escalante 0
Portales 44, West Las Vegas 6
Mountainair 38, Melro...
Friday morning briefing: Joe's on TV, such a deal and blame the cow
October 8th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Friday briefing.Yes, that was Joe’s on TV
The first of a series of shows on the Joe’s Boot Shop Calf Rop...
Letter to the editor: Columnist forgot to check facts
October 7th, 2010
Columnist forgot to check facts
In Sunday’s CNJ, columnist Clyde Davis stated: “the sacraments ... probably caused more bloody noses among fellow believers than perhaps an...
City commission votes to support judicial complex
October 7th, 2010
Curry County staff met some resistance Thursday night, but received a nod of support from Clovis’ City Commission on its desire to upgrade the county courthouse and detention center.
O...
Volunteering has biggest payoff
October 7th, 2010
I visit the local hospital on a regular basis to receive a special medication. Each time, I’m greeted by volunteers. They wear pink along with a friendly smile, and are willing to provide any...
Fire safety should be on your mind
October 7th, 2010
Our leaders in Washington, when not rationally discussing the issues of the day in meaningful and noncombative ways (yeah, right), frequently find time to designate or support days, weeks and mon...
Prep football capsules — Oct. 8
October 7th, 2010
Escalante (4-2) at Fort Sumner (6-0)
• When: 7 p.m. Friday
• Last meeting: 2009, the Foxes beat Escalante 30-23 in a first-round Class 1A playoff game a...
Press release: USAF announces Colorado public scoping meetings on Low...
October 7th, 2010
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. – The United States Air Force will present information and hear issues and concerns regarding the proposal to establish a Low Altitude Tactical Navigation area for...
God's instructions important to read, understand
October 7th, 2010
I just bought a new weed-eater. The old one was sputtering along just fine in excellent two-cycle engine form, but two of my sons have just moved into a different house and needed weed-whacking equ...
Thursday morning briefing: Hot days and root beer discussions
October 7th, 2010
Good Thursday morning, and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s morning briefing.
Giving time: This month is National Fire Prevention Safety Month, and the Red Cross of...
Education column: Float making provides teaching opportunity
October 6th, 2010
What is it that’s so engaging about a parade? Maybe it’s that excitement and anticipation in the air. Last Friday morning that’s what was felt by those who attended the inaugural...
Debate organizers seek public input
October 6th, 2010
KENW-TV and New Mexico First are sponsoring a debate between candidates in the local Congressional District, and are looking for voters to help choose the questions, according to a news release fro...
Letters to the editor: Time to put stop to tax increases
October 6th, 2010
Time to put stop to tax increases
Regarding Curry County’s proposal to build a judicial complex:
Vote no on Nov. 2.
This bond will cost the taxpayers and property...
Offensive art denounces religious beliefs
October 6th, 2010
Christians have rights and they had best assert them regarding a government- funded exhibit, at a Colorado museum, that depicts Jesus receiving oral sex from a man.
No way should Christians...
County awarded money for DWI programs
October 6th, 2010
Curry County has been awarded more than $27,000 for DWI programs.
The allocation brings the DWI fund to a total of nearly $350,000, said Assistant County Manager Connie Harrison in a press r...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
October 6th, 2010
The Clovis City Commission will meet 5:15 p.m. Thursday at the Clovis-Carver Public Library’s north annex.
Items included on the agenda include:
• A resolution showing supp...
Semi-pro football league interested in Clovis
October 6th, 2010
The first football game of 2011 at Leon Williams Stadium may have a February kickoff.
That’s the intention of the New Mexico Premier League, which is optimistic it could add the Curry...
City Commission meeting agenda
October 6th, 2010
AGENDA
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
North Annex, Clovis-Carver Library
Meetings watch: Clovis Community College board of trustees
October 6th, 2010
At its meeting Wednesday, the Clovis Community College board of trustees:
• Approved the fall graduation list. The list contained 54 associate degree earners and 27 vocational certifica...
Education digest — Oct. 7
October 6th, 2010
Reader submitted: Marching band first runner up at Tumbleweed Classic
Starting with a 7:30 a.m. rehearsal, the Clovis Wildcat marching band began its day last Saturday. It was a long...
New owner plans to reopen Wendy's
October 6th, 2010
The Wendy’s restaurant on North Prince Street will reopen under new ownership following a full remodel of the building.
Real estate agent Jerry Cass said the property has been purchase...
Press release: Hotel California “A Salute to the Eagles” S...
October 6th, 2010
The kickoff concert of the 2010-2011 Cultural Arts Series, “Hotel California—A Salute to the Eagles” scheduled for October 9 at 7 pm at Marshall Auditorium is still on, according...
Wednesday morning briefing: Pictures, pans and tough materials
October 6th, 2010
A good Wednesday morning, from wherever you’re browsing, and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico morning briefing.
Kitchen tip of the week
If you’ll be...
No ‘whining about wine’ for me
October 5th, 2010
He can catch a pass, but he can’t catch a break.
Dallas Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant seems to be a target for negative press. The rookie refused to carry teammate Roy Williams’ pa...
Veterans can remain optimistic
October 5th, 2010
Anthony Principi, former secretary of veterans affairs, warned last week that disabled veterans and their families will suffer if Americans “lose faith in the integrity” of VA disabilit...
Money needed to keep border open, secure
October 5th, 2010
Drug battles in Mexico have been growing increasingly violent, and increasingly close to Texas’ Rio Grande Valley residents. Shootouts in Matamoros, Reynosa and other border towns are now be...
Agency determines school employee can pursue complaint
October 5th, 2010
The state human rights bureau determined a school employee has sufficient evidence to pursue a complaint against Tucumcari Public Schools.
Carrie Moritomo, public relations officer with the...
ENMU president to speak on bond issue
October 5th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University president Steven Gamble will visit Dr. James Lee's Communication 102 public speaking class at 7 p.m. today in Room 111 of the Communication Building, according to a ne...
Police: 1-month-old to be released to foster care
October 5th, 2010
A 1-month-old girl hospitalized with injuries from abuse has improved and will soon be released to foster care.
The girl was taken to a Lubbock children’s hospital Sept. 28 and underwe...
Meetings watch: Curry County Commission
October 5th, 2010
At a regular meeting scheduled for 9 a.m. today in the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Library, Curry County Commissioners:
• Watched a presentation of a Criminal Justice Complex Educa...
City negotiating purchase of giraffe
October 5th, 2010
City officials say Jay the Giraffe is still a few weeks away.
City Purchasing Agent David Boswell said Tuesday he is still working on a contract that would bring the male giraffe to the Hill...
Press release: Abused 1-month-old improving
October 5th, 2010
The medical condition of a 1 month old female Clovis child abuse victim transported to a Lubbock children’s hospital last week for emergency treatment has improved.
The 1...
Fishing report — Oct. 5
October 5th, 2010
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and thefishphone.com, has been generated from th...
Press release: Greyhound remains in national poll
October 5th, 2010
PORTALES, N.M. — For the second consecutive week, the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer team is in the National Soccer Coaches Association of America/Hendrickcars.com NCAA Divi...
Tuesday morning briefing: Baseball, teachers day and cooler weather
October 5th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday morning briefing.
Music to fill campus: The South East New Mexico Music Educators Association High School Voc...
Hounds struggle at Southwestern
October 4th, 2010
PORTALES — Eastern New Mexico University football coach Mark Ribaudo didn’t offer a complicated explanation for the Greyhounds’ surprising 21-10 Lone Star Conference North Divisio...
ENMU ROUNDUP: Hounds, Zias fall in second half
October 4th, 2010
PORTALES — After battling Lone Star Conference rival Incarnate Word to a 2-2 tie in double overtime on Friday in a matchup of nationally-ranked teams, the Eastern New Mexico University men&rs...
No injuries in Sunday fire
October 4th, 2010
Farwell firefighters extinguished a residential fire around 8 p.m. Sunday night.
Parmer County Sheriff Randy Geries said the fire was reported as a kitchen fire with flames showing at 701 Th...
Meetings watch: Curry County Commission
October 4th, 2010
At a regular meeting scheduled for 9 a.m. today in the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Library, Curry County Commissioners are expected to:
• Watch a presentation of a Criminal Justice...
Man held on charges of attempted murder in stabbing
October 4th, 2010
A man is in jail on charges of attempted murder after investigators say he stabbed a Curry County woman 15 times while she slept in her bed early Sunday morning.
James Gilbert, 31, is charge...
Letter to the editor: Border would benefit from wall
October 4th, 2010
Border would benefit from wall
For some time now I have been trying to light a fire under the national media and one senator by writing them letters pertaining to our immigration prob...
There are other ways to thwart funeral protests
October 4th, 2010
Many Americans oppose U.S. military aggression in Iraq and Afghanistan; some have taken to the streets in open protest. But do such protests cross a line when they interfere with the solemn funer...
Baseball league more optimistic about adding Clovis
October 4th, 2010
The Pecos League has submitted a few concessions it would like as it moves toward the possibility of opening play next May with a baseball team in Clovis.
“I think there’s going...
Inmate charged with assault on officers
October 4th, 2010
An inmate upset over phone privileges beat two detention officers Friday, sending them to the hospital with multiple injuries.
Joshua Fronhofer, 20, is charged with two counts of assault by...
Hounds suffer first loss in last five outings
October 4th, 2010
St. Edward’s rallied for three second-half goals and beat Eastern New Mexico University 3-1 Sunday in a non-conference men’s soccer game in Portales.
Joeski Williams had a goal a...
Air Force to hold public scoping meetings
October 4th, 2010
The Air Force is planning four meetings in northern New Mexico regarding a proposal to establish a Low Altitude Tactical Navigation area for Special Operation forces at Cannon Air Force Base.
Press release: USAF announces public scoping meetings on Low Altitude...
October 4th, 2010
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE, N.M. - The United Sates Air Force will present information and hear issues and concerns regarding the proposal to establish a Low Altitude Tactical Navigation area for Specia...
AgSense: Cows have smaller 'footprint' than believed
October 4th, 2010
In April of this year, we reported that recent scientific studies cleared cows from erupting more greenhouse gasses (GHG) than all of the trucks, planes, trains and automobiles combined; well it&rs...
Monday morning briefing: Chiefs alone, Commander's Call and rich pitch...
October 4th, 2010
Commander's Call: The Air Force Junior ROTC of Clovis High School will conduct its October Commander's Call Wednesday at the JROTC drill pad. Cadets will arrive at 7 a.m., with the event sta...
ENMU ROUNDUP: Maguire wins 400th with Zias
October 3rd, 2010
ODESSA, Texas — Junior middle blocker Kristen Beck compiled a season-best 18 kills as the Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team salvaged its finale in a weekend tournament hosted by T...
Birthdays — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Macias
Gus Macias of Clovis celebrated his 18th birthday 4:30 p.m. Sept. 27, 2010, at 921 Adams Rd.
He was born Sept. 27, 1992, in Clovis.
The celebration was hosted by...
Anniversaries — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Burrell
Eric and Roberta Burrell of Clovis celebrated their 25th anniversary Sept. 25, 2010, at New Life Assembly of God with family and friends.
They were married Sept. 21, 19...
Engagements — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Chavez-Lozano
Krystle Chavez and Angel Lozano of Lubbock will be married Oct. 9, 2010, at St. Helen Catholic Church in Portales at 2 p.m.
The bride-elect is the daughter of Lar...
Weddings — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Gammill
Adele Lovorn of Portales and Joe Gammill of Lampasas, Texas, were married Sept. 19, 2010, in the bride’s backyard in Portales.
The bride is the daughter of Elmer...
On the shelves — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Grieving the Loss of Someone You Love: Daily Meditations to Help You Through the Grieving Pr...
Club notes — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Chaparral Extension Club
The Chaparral Extension Club met Sept. 23 at Trinity Lutheran Church with nine members attending.
The meeting was called to order by Jeanetta Mesner. R...
Honors — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Area quilters top show
Area quilters took honors at the Roswell Quilt Show, which was presented by Pecos Valley Quilters Sept. 24 and 25.
Linda Custer of Rogers won Best of Sho...
Senior happenings — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities.
Tuesday: 9 a.m.-4 p....
School menus — Oct. 3
October 3rd, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — English muffin with egg and cheese. Lunch — Italian spaghetti, grand green beans, garden salad and ranch...
Rams rest up
October 2nd, 2010
A blank week on the schedule came at a great time for the Portales Rams (0-5) as they prepare to finish their season strong.
“I think our season now is about coming together as a team,...
Police blotter — Oct. 3
October 2nd, 2010
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 6 p.m. Sept. 15 officers attempted to stop a vehicle in the area...
Cats miss out in bid to earn bye
October 2nd, 2010
If the Clovis Wildcats run the table — still a possibility with three of four games at home — they’ll finish the regular season at 6-4.
With a schedule that’s include...
Letters to the editor: Need to let Democrats do their job
October 2nd, 2010
Need to let Democrats do their job
Some questions for all our local Tea Partiers/Republicans who are so upset with our national debt:
Where were you between 2002 and 2009?
...
UT shooting should serve as wake up call
October 2nd, 2010
Call it signs of the times. After news spread that a man armed with an automatic weapon had opened fire at the University of Texas at Austin campus, two other universities — Texas Tech in Lu...
Denim purses, potato salad featured on show
October 2nd, 2010
Information on making denim purses, preparing potato salad three ways and baking with sunflower products will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon T...
Worldwide communion brings churches together
October 2nd, 2010
Ecumenism was a hope-filled buzzword, certainly old in concept but given a re-birth in the optimistic years following World War II — the war which our fathers fought and came home hoping thei...
Religious knowledge important
October 2nd, 2010
We’re blessed in this country with religious freedom, but I worry a little about our ability to retain that freedom.
Because my memory, like my hair, is starting to leave me, I’v...
Officials optimistic about setting up pro baseball team in Clovis
October 2nd, 2010
An effort to place a professional baseball team in Clovis seems ahead early in the count.
Officials with the city and the Pecos League of Professional Baseball Clubs, set to open play in May...
Hounds stumble at Southwestern Oklahoma
October 2nd, 2010
WEATHERFORD, Okla. — Southwestern Oklahoma’s previously struggling offense rolled up 430 total yards and the Bulldogs’ defense shut down Eastern New Mexico’s hurry-up passin...
Criminal justice complex among issues on ballot
October 2nd, 2010
By Kevin Wilson
CNJ STAFF WRITER
kwilson@cnjonline.com
With only one member of Congress on the ballot for eastern New Mexico, there aren’t many federal changes this area...
Zia's drop two games in Texas tournament
October 1st, 2010
ODESSA, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team dropped its first two matches in a weekend tournament hosted by Texas-Permian Basin, losing to Fort Hays State 25-18, 27-29,...
Texas Woman's blanks Zias
October 1st, 2010
Neither coach was especially happy after Friday’s Lone Star Conference women’s soccer match.
Texas Woman’s Fleur Benetar was only slightly happier after the Pioneers scored...
Grant McGee: A lesson in forgiving and forgetting
October 1st, 2010
Do you remember folks who gave you trouble when you were growing up? I remember one or two. OK, OK, I remember more than that.
For instance, I never forgot the time I got my rear kick...
Mom charged with child abuse
October 1st, 2010
Police have arrested the 21-year-old mother of a 6-month-old boy hospitalized in Lubbock with life-threatening injuries.
Amanda Fain was charged Thursday night with abuse of a child resultin...
In search of ponies: Readers share pet stories
October 1st, 2010
It’s been three months since my column started, and it got me thinking.
At first I saw the column as another of those cursed assignments that only a boss can think up, and quite frank...
Inmate hospitalized after attempted suicide
October 1st, 2010
A 46-year-old man arrested Thursday evening for DWI is in a Lubbock hospital after he hanged himself by his boot laces in a Curry County jail bathroom.
Curry County Sheriff’s deputies...
Prep football scoreboard — Oct. 1
October 1st, 2010
Elida 47, House-Grady 0
Clovis Christian 61, Vaughn 6
Goddard 21, Clovis 0
Hagerman 26, Texico 14
Fort Sumner 20, Loving 7
Melrose 46, Springer 6
Hondo 52,...
Clovis family loses home, possessions in fire
October 1st, 2010
A local family needs assistance after losing their home near Ranchvale and belongings in a fire Sept. 25, said Clovis Municipal Schools family specialist Joe Moreno.
Moreno said James Mitche...
Friday morning briefing: Colleges, (Hotel) California and campaign con...
October 1st, 2010
Welcome to October, and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Friday morning briefing.
School searches: It’s never too early to begin looking for a college. More...
Prep football capsules — Oct. 1
October 1st, 2010
Texico (3-2) at Hagerman (5-0) • When: 7 p.m. today • Last meeting: 2009, Texico defeated the Bobcats 21-14 at Hagerman. • Last week:...
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