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Sports an avenue to college education
November 30th, 2003
It’s a shame Tig Bunton won’t be playing basketball for the Clovis Wildcats.
Not for the Wildcats, but for Bunton.
The Wildcats will survive the loss of the talented but inconsistent Bunton, a 6...
Zias lose to rugged foes
November 29th, 2003
CANYON, Texas — Turnovers are still a problem, and the shooting comes and goes.
Still, the Eastern New Mexico University women’s basketball team got a pretty good idea of where it stands after ru...
Aggies spank cold-shooting Hounds
November 29th, 2003
LAS CRUCES — Forward James Moore led four New Mexico State players in double figures with 19 points Saturday night and the Aggies pulled away in the second half to wallop Eastern New Mexico Universi...
Wanted: 50 doctors, and now
November 29th, 2003
If you dropped 20 new general practice physicians into Clovis’ pool of patients, they would hardly make a ripple.
That was how Plains Regional Medical Center’s new administrator Brian S. Bentley d...
Mom needs help with Christmas gifts for kids
November 29th, 2003
Santa may know who’s naughty and who’s nice, but what if the nice ones’ parents need some help to make Christmas a special holiday?
Cheryl (not her real name), a resident of the area for the las...
Alcohol and driving: A deadly combination
November 29th, 2003
The holiday season brings with it Christmas parties, time off from work and plenty of down time with family and friends.
It also brings with it drunk driving. More people calling taxi cabs from bars....
Hospice coordinater dedicated to her patients
November 29th, 2003
Melba Montague, 45, a registered nurse, is clinical coordinator for Plains Regional Medical Center’s Home Health and Hospice program. This is the 25th anniversary of National Hospice Month, first de...
Police Blotter 11/30
November 29th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
While conducting a drunk driving checkpoint on the 600 block of South Prince Street shortly after mid...
Airman court-martialed
November 29th, 2003
According to Cannon Air Force Base Public Affairs, a member of the base security forces squadron faces 11 months imprisonment, total forfeiture of all pay and allowances, reduction to the lowest enlis...
Court Dispositions 11/30
November 29th, 2003
Here are recent dispositions recorded in Curry County District Court:
William B. Corrales, 28, pleaded guilty to robbery, aggravated battery, and embezzlement. Sentenced to three consecutive terms to...
Chiles, Mary
November 29th, 2003
Services: Have been held.
Mrs. Mary Chiles, 83, of Clovis died Saturday, Nov. 29, 2003, at Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis.
She was born in a small town in Kentucky on Sept. 28, 1921, to Albe...
11/30
November 29th, 2003
TODAY
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program — Clovis Community College, Room 185, preregistration is necessary. Cost is $10 per person made payable to AARP/55 Alive; for pre-registration call Suejan J...
Clovis woman remembered as 'faithful,' independent
November 29th, 2003
By Darrell Todd Maurina
CNJ STAFF WRITER
darrell_maurina@link.freedom.com
The name Ola Mae Coonfield might not mean much to younger Clovis residents, but fellow church members said the quiet woman was...
New deportation program costly, needlessly cruel
November 29th, 2003
In September, the federal government began shipping thousands of illegal immigrants from Arizona, where they were caught, to Texas, where they were deported. This “lateral repatriation program” wa...
Change is important for Clovis' growth
November 29th, 2003
I’m not sure just who has been complaining about the recent spurt in the Clovis economy, but in real estate, growth means a healthy increase in the value of property, an improved appearance of prope...
Most readers prefer real fir on Christmas
November 29th, 2003
A recent Project: Reader Reaction question asked participants if they prefer real or artificial Christmas trees. Some responses:
“I love the smell of a real tree, but I would rather have an artific...
Memories are made at gift-giving season
November 29th, 2003
Trying to figure out what to get my loved ones for Christmas this past week got me started thinking about the favorite Christmas gifts I’ve received in my life.
Now some of these Christmas gifts sho...
NFL capsules
November 29th, 2003
Week 13
All times Mountain
Sunday
Arizona (3-8) At Chicago (4-7)
11 a.m., Fox
OPENING LINE — Bears by 4.
RECORD VS. SPREAD — Cardinals 4-7. Bears 6-5.
SERIES RECORD — Bears lead 53-2...
Like, do first impressions matter, dude?
November 29th, 2003
LIKE, DO FIRST IMPRESSIONS MATTER, DUDE?
“First impressions matter. One is a fool to think otherwise.” So wrote former Houston minister Bill Love.
As I read Bill’s words, I thought...
Fund helps ease holiday stress
November 28th, 2003
Some families limit the amount of gift-giving at Christmas time, on account of the size of the family, to one per person. It’s often a flexible rule that’s easily broken when Dec. 25 comes around....
11/28
November 28th, 2003
TODAY
Disabled American Veterans #6 bingo — 7 p.m. 220 West 4th Street, Clovis. Details: 762-5335.
AA — 7 p.m. Closed discussion meeting. Sacred Heart School.
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program ...
Cold weather in Clovis is snow joke
November 28th, 2003
If preliminary reports turn out to be accurate, the Thanksgiving morning snowfall in Clovis tied the record high snowfall for the date.
National Weather Service volunteer observer Nancy McPherson said...
Public Record 11/28
November 28th, 2003
Compiled from court records from Nov. 13 through Nov. 25
Marriage Licenses
Koby Drake Reed, 24, and Elizabeth Kay Billings, 21, both of Lubbock
Jeffrey Lynn Dickens, 40, and Debra Katherine Wr...
Energy bill should rest on the scrap heap
November 28th, 2003
When is the Bush administration going to stop violating Americans’ civil rights?
According to The New York Times, the FBI has “collected extensive information on the tactics, training and organiz...
FBI should stop spying on war protesters
November 28th, 2003
When is the Bush administration going to stop violating Americans’ civil rights?
According to The New York Times, the FBI has “collected extensive information on the tactics, training and organiz...
Hinkley: Least dangerous man on earth
November 28th, 2003
Forty years later, there are still unanswered questions about the assassination of John F. Kennedy. But one is unanswered only because it has never been asked: If Lee Harvey Oswald were alive today, w...
Random thoughts on the passing scene
November 28th, 2003
Random thoughts on the passing scene:
> Impractical men especially need to get married. The problem is that practical women may have better sense than to marry them.
> I hate old has-been hotels, stu...
Hicks, Winona Pierce
November 28th, 2003
Services: Have been held.
Mrs. Winona Pierce Hicks, 88, of Clovis died Nov. 27, 2003, at Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis.
She was born on Nov. 6, 1915, in Hollis, Okla., to Rueben Garfield an...
God is the rock that lends us support
November 28th, 2003
Our family moved to Clovis in 1956. It was during those early years that I would ride with my daddy home at night after church and my mother and Susie would go ahead in their car. That was many years...
Religion Calendar 11/28
November 28th, 2003
Today
Singles Living in Christ — 7 p.m., First Church of the Nazarene, 1800 N. Norris St., Clovis. Child care is provided. For information, call 763-3141 or 762-6639.
First Baptist Single Adults —...
Hounds' future looks bright
November 27th, 2003
PORTALES — Bud Elliott’s 10th season as Eastern New Mexico University’s football coach ended in disappointment, but hardly in discouragement.
Elliott, who will be 72 in December, intends to ret...
It's flu season in New Mexico, but not yet in Clovis
November 26th, 2003
Although flu is striking all around New Mexico, it seems to have had less effect on the local area. Not a single flu case has been reported so far in Curry, Roosevelt, or Quay counties, authorities sa...
Empty Stocking Fund fills the hearts and needs of area families
November 26th, 2003
Salvation Army bell ringers stand at the entrances to stores, ringing their bells. When coins clink in little red kettles, shoppers have done something to help the unfortunate.
But the Salvation Arm...
Police Blotter 11/27
November 26th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Shortly before midnight Saturday, a police officer heard engines revving and tires squealing near the...
11/27
November 26th, 2003
TODAY
AA — 7 p.m. Closed 12 X 12 study. Sacred Heart School.
Ned Houk Stock Car Racing Club — 7 p.m., Red Cross office at 2nd and Main Streets (use Main St. entrance).
Autism Family Support Group...
Hounds, Zias hit road
November 26th, 2003
CNJ STAFF
Eastern New Mexico University’s basketball teams return to the road this weekend against challenging opponents.
The men travel to Las Cruces for a 7:05 p.m. tipoff on Saturday against Div...
Lady Cats beat Lovington
November 26th, 2003
LOVINGTON — Clovis coach Miles Watters was pleased with the effort. The execution, he said, will come.
Sophomore point guard Tori Quintana led a balanced attack with 17 points and senior post Moniq...
R.C. Hoiles’ legacy continues
November 26th, 2003
We are privileged to walk in the editorial footsteps of one of America’s remarkable journalists, Raymond Cyrus Hoiles, who was born on Nov. 24, 1878, and founded Freedom Communications Inc..
The de...
‘Tumbleweed’ author was jack of all trades
November 26th, 2003
In my column of Oct. 8, I wrote about a tumbling weed, which produced true love by carrying a message across the Texas Panhandle.
The fictional story was written by Reuben Boone in 1920.
A lot of peo...
Should this conversation be taken seriously?
November 26th, 2003
So this president and this football player meet in a bar ...
“O.J. Simpson, is that you?”
“Yeah, who wants to — George W. Bush? Hey, how you been?”
“Real good, Juice. So, what you been up...
Holiday Closings
November 26th, 2003
The following city of Clovis offices will be closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday: City Hall, Public Works, Parks, Clovis Area Transit Service, Friendship Senior Center, Baxter-Curr...
BNSF on track for changes
November 26th, 2003
Burlington Northern Santa Fe is eliminating a crew change in Clovis for some of its trains, although it’s not yet clear what the change will mean for Clovis.
Also, BNSF has lost a labor dispute, whi...
Holiday Closings
November 25th, 2003
The following city of Clovis offices will be closed Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday: City Hall, Public Works, Parks, Clovis Area Transit Service, Friendship Senior Center, Baxter-Curr...
Police Blotter 11/26
November 25th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Police received a 911 call from the 1100 block of Maple shortly before midnight Friday, but the calle...
Calendar 11/26
November 25th, 2003
TODAY
Canned Food Skate — 1 p.m. Roller World Skating Center. Admission is 4 cans of food, 12 oz. or larger. Details: 762-5777.
MOPS — 9:15 a.m. Sandia Baptist Church.
Alcoholics Anonymous - Seren...
City manager selected in Portales
November 25th, 2003
PORTALES — Debi Lee of Hobbs has been selected city manager in Portales. She is expected to begin in mid-December.
“We selected her unanimously,” said city council member D.K. Shafer. “I belie...
Willmon, Arnita McCain
November 25th, 2003
ARNITA WILLMON
Services: Have been held.
Arnita McCain Willmon, 91, of Clovis, died Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2003, at Plains Regional Medical Center in Clovis.
She was born on May 18, 1912, in Smithfield, Te...
ENMU news & notes
November 25th, 2003
EASTERN NEW MEXICO MEN'Sbasketball coach Shawn Scanlan was disappointed with the Greyhounds’ defensive showing in Saturday’s 90-82 loss to 16th-ranked Northwest Missouri State in the champi...
Plant wants water with its cheese
November 25th, 2003
While the Clovis City Commission approved a memorandum of understanding with Southwest Cheese Co., the company is still in discussions over water rights and water services with the state of New Mexico...
Cannon, water top priorities for Clovis planners
November 25th, 2003
Water and the retention of Cannon Air Force Base are among Clovis’ highest priorities for continued and expanded growth, community leaders said Monday.
“Without water, we cannot have economic deve...
Three female detainees accuse jailer of sex crimes
November 24th, 2003
TUCUMCARI — A Quay County Juvenile Detention Center officer was arrested Monday and charged with sex-related crimes against three juvenile detainees, police said.
Robert Gonzales, 27, of Tucumcari w...
11/25
November 24th, 2003
TODAY
NARFE — 10 a.m. Furr’s Cafeteria. Details: 762-1824.
Senior Community Service Employment Program — Job opportunities to Senior citizens 55 and older. Details: Toll free 1-888-505-5627.
Ame...
Police Blotter 11/25
November 24th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
A 27-year-old Clovis woman contacted police about 4:30 p.m. Thursday regarding a possible theft of he...
Running without public funding great political step
November 24th, 2003
T he announcement that Democratic presiden-
tial candidate John Kerry, following in the
footsteps of front-runner Howard Dean, will give up taxpayer financing of his campaign in favor of private (...
No whining about a capitalist Christmas
November 24th, 2003
Sometimes one ought to repeat a point, even over and over, since it is important enough to call attention to it often. Given that many people, such as celebrities with lots of media exposure, manage...
Jackson is no 'thriller' in some minds
November 24th, 2003
A recent Project: Reader Reaction question asked participants for their thoughts on pop star Michael Jackson. Some responses:
“I have never been a fan or tuned in to watch him perform. What little...
Luke, Emma E.
November 24th, 2003
Services: Have been held.
Mrs. Emma E. Luke, 85, of Portales, died Saturday, Nov. 22, 2003, at her home.
She was born on Dec. 9, 1917, on her grandmother’s ranch in Niobrara County, Wyo., on the Che...
Business Briefs 11/25
November 24th, 2003
Realtors raise $3,738 for campaign costs
Roswell, Hobbs and Clovis Realtor associations have surpassed their 2003 fund-raising goals for the Realtors Political Action Committee and have receive...
Cheese plant will bring jobs, but worries for some
November 23rd, 2003
Cheese is the bait. Jobs are the target.
Chase Gentry, executive director of Clovis Industrial Development Corp., said a proposed cheese-processing plant could directly and indirectly produce more tha...
Cold Snap
November 23rd, 2003
With the temperatures dropping, some Clovis merchants and the Clovis Fire Department had tips for residents Sunday on how to protect their homes, yards and cars from the icy effects.
Clovis Fire Depar...
11/24
November 23rd, 2003
MONDAY
Mini Blessings open house — 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. Roosevelt County Fairgrounds, Indoor Pavilion.
Clovis Gem and Mineral Society — 6:30 p.m., meeting. Clovis Carver Library, Ingram Room. Publ...
TRICARE may become available to reservists
November 23rd, 2003
o Critics say move too costly, won’t solve problems.
Dr. William Winkenwerder, the Defense Department’s top health official, has a task force working to implement healthcare gains for reserve and...
Medicare proposal does not consider long-term effects
November 23rd, 2003
T he congressional debate over Medicare — mainly
centered on whether to add a prescription drug
benefit to the health-care program for older Americans, although other issues are in play — alm...
Confessions of a Portales quotation addict
November 23rd, 2003
I’m addicted to collecting memorable quotes. I can’t help it. I have shoeboxes full. My wife Marilyn often called me a poor man’s “Reader’s Digest” looking for a bathroom.
At one time I t...
Customers will decide economic growth
November 23rd, 2003
Not everyone is thrilled with the region’s recent economic growth. Some longtime residents are concerned that newcomers will mean dramatic and unpleasant change.
Mom-and-pop businesses, they fear, w...
Don't be one of Job's friends
November 23rd, 2003
DON'T BE ONE OF JOB'S FRIENDS
The Book of Job is the textbook on suffering. Open it and you’ll see an extraordinarily good man undergoing extraordinarily terrible affliction. He loses his famil...
Prep basketball summaries
November 23rd, 2003
Friday
Boys
Clovis 64, Amarillo Tascosa 42
Clovis (2-0) — Bud Willis 3 3-6 9, Tizrick Phillips 1 0-0 2, Zac Watters 3 1-3 7, Jordan Moore 2 2-2 7, Wendell Belford 0 0-0 0, Justin Pinck...
Fab 5
November 23rd, 2003
Top area performances in the past week:
o Eastern junior Laci Lee finished with 11 points and 13 rebounds in Friday’s 59-57 win over Grand Canyon University.
o Clovis junior Domin...
La Cueva routs defending champs
November 23rd, 2003
ALBUQUERQUE — Undefeated and top-ranked La Cueva beat defending state champion but turnover-plagued Las Cruces 63-0 Saturday in the opening round of the Class 5A playoffs.
Jake Bowe returned the ope...
No. 16 Bobcats bounce Hounds
November 23rd, 2003
MARYVILLE, Mo. — Northwest Missouri State, ranked No. 16 in the NCAA Division II preseason poll, stayed perfect on the season with a 90-82 win over Eastern New Mexico in the championship game of the...
Zias fall in Classic final
November 23rd, 2003
PHOENIX — Despite having only one player reach double figures in scoring, Fort Lewis College defeated Eastern New Mexico 63-60 in the championship game of the Canyon Classic at Grand Canyon Universi...
Building of cheese plant could begin in January
November 23rd, 2003
If funding for an expansion to Clovis’ wastewater treatment plant is approved during a special city commission meeting on Monday, groundbreaking for a multi-million dollar cheese-processing plant co...
OSHA probes silo death
November 23rd, 2003
The general manager of AGP Grain Marketing’s elevator operations in Texas said the man who died Thursday in a Farwell grain elevator perished in wheat only 8 to 12 feet deep.
Ben Brandvik said much...
Pagans claim they are not misanthropic, just misunderstood
November 23rd, 2003
They don’t worship the devil. They don’t prick voodoo dolls with pins. And while some members call themselves Wiccans, or witches, they say they don’t attempt to impose evil spells on their enem...
11/23
November 23rd, 2003
TODAY
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program — Clovis Community College, Room 185, preregistration is necessary. Cost is $10 per person made payable to AARP/55 Alive; for pre-registration call Suejan J...
Sniper trial brings death penalty back in spotlight
November 23rd, 2003
The guilty verdict in the trial of John Allen Muhammad brings back the debate over the death penalty.
There can be no justice for the people murdered by John Allen Muhammad in the Washington, D.C., a...
He's the center of attention one last time
November 23rd, 2003
“Corina Corina where you been so long
“Corina Corina where you been so long
“I ain’t had no lovin’ since you’ve been gone.”
Joe Urioste loved to strum his guitar and sing that song.
“...
Consistency is key to raising children
November 23rd, 2003
I would like to address the zero-tolerance policy backed by not only the Clovis schools but many schools across the nation. This policy could be a good one if administration used common sense in situa...
Cannon AFB honors 'Doc'
November 22nd, 2003
Cannon Air Force Base commander Col. Robert “Rowdy” Yates knew Doc Stewart was popular at the highest levels of the Air Force. So when Cannon decided to host a reception for Stewart on Friday even...
Q&A: Muleshoe mayor to devote time to restaurant commitments
November 22nd, 2003
Muleshoe Mayor Victor Leal, 41, has announced his intention to resign in January. He said he plans to move to Amarillo and open a new Leal’s Mexican Restaurant.
Q: You’ve made no secret about yo...
At Cannon Air Force Base, it’s also about the family
November 22nd, 2003
Editor’s note: This is the 16th in a series of United Way agency profiles that began last month.
Empathy from strangers never seems to be in short supply for spouses of Cannon Air Force Base person...
Court Dispositons 11/23
November 22nd, 2003
Here are recent dispositions recorded in Curry County District Court:
° Raymond A. Gabbert pleaded guilty to aggravated burglary including battery. Sentenced to nine years in state prison, all but t...
Police Blotter 11/23
November 22nd, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Police responded about 10 a.m. Tuesday to the 1800 block of West Seventh Street regarding fraudulent...
Cops and Courts 11/23
November 22nd, 2003
One of two Carlsbad police officers hospitalized after a shootout is a former Portales officer.
Officer Eric Jameson, with Portales PD in 2001 and 2002, suffered multiple gunshot wounds in Thursday ni...
Dampier, Barney Lamar Jr.
November 22nd, 2003
BARNEY DAMPIER
Services: Have been held.
Mr. Barney Lamar Dampier Jr., 69, of Clovis, died Friday, Nov. 21, 2003, at Plains Regional Medical Center.
He was born March 12, 1934, in Enigma, Ga., to Lama...
NFL capsules
November 22nd, 2003
Week 12 (times MST)
Sunday
Carolina (8-2) at Dallas (7-3)
11 a.m., Fox
OPENING LINE — Cowboys by 3.
RECORD VS. SPREAD — Panthers 5-5. Cowboys 6-3.
SERIES RECORD — Cowboys lead 3-2.
LA...
Lady Bronchos hand Bovina 78-40 setback
November 22nd, 2003
GRADY — Jennifer Blackburn, Taris Pond and Stephanie Bailey all scored 16 points Friday night as Grady’s girls rolled to a season-opening 78-40 win over the Bovina Fillies.
The Lady Bronchos held...
Memories of Thanksgiving
November 21st, 2003
A recent Project: Reader Reaction question asked for favorite Thanksgiving memories. Some responses:
“Our most memorable Thanksgiving was three years ago, when three friends of mine and I volunteer...
How truly blessed are you?
November 21st, 2003
What are the aspects of your life which cause you to feel gratitude? When you take something for granted, how do you get past that feeling and remember how truly blessed you are? Is there more to this...
Surfing your way into Las Vegas is smart and easy
November 21st, 2003
Greetings from the floor of the Las Vegas (Nevada) Convention Center. I and my trusty sidekick “K” (short for Kyocera) — which is actually a combination cellular telephone and Palm Pilot — are...
Anniversaries 11/23
November 21st, 2003
Bailey
Foy and Grace Bailey of Clovis will celebrate their 70th wedding anniversary from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Nov. 27, 2003, at the 16th and Pile Church of Christ in Clovis.
The celebration will be ho...
Engagements 11/23
November 21st, 2003
East-Hanson
Murry and Rhonda East of Tucson, Ariz., announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Whitney East of Tucson, to Derrell Hanson of Clovis, son of Steve and Cheri Hans...
Birthdays 11/23
November 21st, 2003
GLADYS PIERCE
Gladys Pierce of Clovis will celebrate her 90th birthday from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 29 at Parkland Baptist Church’s Fellowship Hall in Clovis.
The celebration will be hosted by her children...
School Menus - Week of 11/23
November 21st, 2003
Clovis
Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza, juice, milk. Lunch — Ravioli, green beans, cheese bread, pineapple tidbits, milk.
Tuesday: Breakfast — Blueberry muffin, juice, milk. Lunch...
Senior Calendar 11/23
November 21st, 2003
La Casa De Buena Salud
1120 Cameo
Monday: 9:30 a.m. — Blood pressure checks; 10 a.m. — HIBAC.
Tuesday: 10:30 a.m. — Indoor exercise; noon — Thanksgiving luncheon.
Wednesday: 10 a.m. — Blood...
Organizations 11/23
November 21st, 2003
Curry County 4-H
President Brette Hadley called the Curry County 4-H Council Meeting to order on Nov. 4. The pledges were led. Skyla Cockerham read the minutes of the last meeting and Curtis Williams...
Muleshoe man found dead at bottom of grain silo
November 21st, 2003
A Muleshoe man died Thursday morning at a Farwell grain elevator owned by AGP Grain Marketing, according to Farwell police.
Samuel Alvarado appears to have fallen into a grain silo and died as a resul...
Vandals shooting out car windows in Clovis
November 21st, 2003
Someone enjoys shooting out car windows in Clovis, according to Clovis police.
Capt. Leon Morris of the Clovis Police Department said Curry County Crime Stoppers has offered a reward of up to $1,000 f...
Ute Water Project comes under heated debate
November 21st, 2003
The Clovis City Commission gave first approval Thursday to an ordinance authorizing a one quarter of a percent increase in the city’s gross receipts tax to fund city infrastructure improvements and...
City commission needs time to discuss water issues
November 21st, 2003
The City Commission postponed discussion of funding mechanisms for the Southwest Cheese plant Thursday, saying plant officials and the city need more time to complete discussion on water issues.
Chase...
Emergency management agency to set up exercise
November 21st, 2003
In the event of a major hazardous materials disaster, would local police, fire and medical officials be able to work together?
Officials met in a series of three meetings this week, Monday through Wed...
Albertson’s hit by robber
November 21st, 2003
Clovis police were looking for a man Thursday night after he was caught shoplifting a bottle of liquor from Albertson’s grocery store at 6:52 p.m. and escaped apprehension by claiming to have a knif...
Thanks, Doc, for 7 decades of dedication
November 21st, 2003
One of eastern New Mexico’s more prominent citizens will receive a public thank-you today. Few are more deserving than Doc Stewart.
The longtime area car dealer and Committee of Fifty member will be...
Conservation and windmills can’t power growth
November 21st, 2003
If we want to avoid a serious national energy crisis, we need to move beyond temporary fixes and focus on workable long-term solutions. Congress is about to make that choice. Let’s hope it doesn’t...
Medical drugs: Many complaints, few answers
November 21st, 2003
Reader responses to the discussion of government-controlled medical care in this column raised questions that need answering. The most frequently raised question was why American pharmaceutical drugs...
Goals are far-reaching for youth group members
November 21st, 2003
Editor’s note: This is the 15th in a series of United Way agency profiles scheduled for publication each Sunday, Wednesday and Friday through Sunday.
By Eric Butler
CNJ CORRESPONDENT
While the part...
Pubic Record 11/21
November 21st, 2003
Marriage Licenses
Arnulfo Nunez, 19, and Yolanda Nazarena Rodarte, 18, both Clovis
Tracy Lavor Egans, 26, and Linda Sue Bolanos, 21, both Clovis
Larry Victor Kentzell Jr., 22, and Christie Michelle Ma...
11/21
November 21st, 2003
TODAY
Disabled American Veterans #6 bingo — 7 p.m. 220 West 4th Street, Clovis. Details: 762-5335.
AA — 7 p.m. Closed discussion meeting. Sacred Heart School.
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program ...
Birthdays 11/21
November 21st, 2003
The following people are celebrating their birthday today:
n Felix Armijo
n Henry Armijo III
n Nadine Armijo
n Celeste Chaez
n Deborah Garcia
n Thomas Garcia
n Bill McCormack
n Jennifer Mascarenas
n...
Farwell looks to advance past Sunray
November 20th, 2003
Coming off its first postseason football victory in 13 years, Farwell may have the Sunray Bobcats right where they want them in tonight’s 5 p.m. (CST) Class 1A area round game at Amarillo’s Dick B...
11/20
November 19th, 2003
TODAY
AA — 7 p.m. Closed 12 X 12 study. Sacred Heart School.
Stroke Support Group — 3:30 p.m. at the Healthplex, 2217 Dillon Street. Details: 769-7356.
Alzheimer’s Support Group — 1 p.m., Clo...
Pursuit policy was followed
November 19th, 2003
New Mexico State Police Capt. Oscar Gonzalez said Wednesday all proper procedures were followed during a 100-mph car chase Tuesday morning and subsequent apprehension of the driver who fled into Barry...
Local community leader honored
November 19th, 2003
Mayor David Lansford and the Clovis City Commission will declare Friday “Doc Stewart Day” at the City Commission meeting at 5:15 p.m. today in the North Annex of Carver-Curry Public Library.
Gov....
Local water authority members encouraged by Washington trip
November 19th, 2003
LOGAN — Eastern New Mexico Rural Water Authority board members said Wednesday they were encouraged by a recent trip to Washington.
Clovis Mayor and ENMRWA board president David Lansford, Portales Ma...
Commission considers tax hike
November 19th, 2003
The Clovis City Commission will consider a resolution to put a one-quarter percent gross receipt tax increase on the ballot in March 2004 at its regular meeting Thursday.
The commission will meet at 5...
Police Blotter 11/20
November 19th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Police responded about 12:30 p.m. on Nov. 13 to a vehicle theft on the 1300 block of East Grand. Polic...
United Way still needs help to meet goal
November 19th, 2003
With help from local residents, businesses and agencies, the Curry County United Way is well on its way to achieving its goal for this year’s fund raiser, United Way executive director Erinn Burch s...
Student Profiles 11/20
November 19th, 2003
PERRY JACKSON
Perry Jackson, 18, is the son of Phil and Camille Jackson and is a senior at Clovis High School.
Tell us about your pets? My pet is a cocker Spaniel named Maggie. She is about two years...
Buffs hope to be contenders next year
November 19th, 2003
SO CLOSE, AND YET SO far for the Melrose Buffaloes in Saturday’s state six-man football finals at Tatum.
The Buffs finished off a 9-3 season in the title game. Unfortunately, they couldn’t get pa...
Farwell girls cruise past Olton
November 19th, 2003
FARWELL — Senior guard Kyra Christian hit four 3-point shots — all in a game-breaking 20-8 domination of the third quarter — as the Farwell Lady Blue opened the season with a 60-30 rout of Olton...
Birthdays 11/19
November 19th, 2003
The following people are celebrating their birthday today:
>Jeff Brooks
> Christie K. Lopez
> Miranda Lucero
> Sylvester Roybal
> Susan Weingates
Birthday information must be submitted to KTQM by noon...
11/19
November 18th, 2003
TODAY
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program — Clovis Community College, Room 185, preregistration is necessary. Cost is $10 per person made payable to AARP/55 Alive; for pre-registration call Suejan J...
Clovis man arrested in school after police chase
November 18th, 2003
A Clovis man fleeing police was arrested inside Barry Elementary School on Tuesday morning.
Authorities said no one was injured at the school and students were safely locked behind classroom doors as...
De Baca jail may get grant
November 18th, 2003
The De Baca County Jail in Fort Sumner may soon get a $75,000 state grant to make urgently needed repairs on its jail and buy additional equipment for the sheriff’s office, according to County Commi...
Cannon AFB maintenance group wins award
November 18th, 2003
The 27th Fighter Wing Maintenance Group at Cannon Air Force Base has won the 2003 Daedalian award, Air Combat Command announced in a news release Tuesday morning.
“Winning this award is the culmina...
People more valuable than slugs and bugs
November 18th, 2003
It hasn’t been the most promising couple of weeks for the military campaign in Iraq. But on another important front, the home front, the Pentagon last week scored a quiet but significant victory ove...
The Wild, Wild West hits very close to home
November 18th, 2003
A town in our area harbors deep secrets.
A railroad had built from the east to the west in eastern New Mexico prior to Clovis and Texico. Killings were commonplace in this new tent town, which for its...
Are you really too busy to make a sandwich?
November 18th, 2003
How long do you figure it would take you to make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich?
Not trying to set a land speed record, mind you. Just working at a normal pace, slapping jelly on one slice of brea...
Army: 400 families just too few
November 18th, 2003
Editor’s note: This is the 14th in a series of United Way agency profiles scheduled for publication each Sunday, Wednesday and Friday through Nov. 21.
When local Salvation Army director Hector Diaz...
Police Blotter 11/19
November 18th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Two vehicles sustained heavy damage in a crash about 6:20 p.m. Monday on the corner of 21st and Thorn...
Smith, Barney Joe
November 18th, 2003
BARNEY SMITH
Services: Have been held.
Barney Joe Smith, 73, of Bowie, Texas, a yard supervisor in the oil field, died Saturday, Nov. 15, 2003, at Bowie Memorial Hospital in Bowie.
He was born on Marc...
Ross, Walter Elbert
November 18th, 2003
Services: Have been held.
Walter Elbert Ross, 86, of Albuquerque, died Sunday, Oct. 5, 2003, in Albuquerque.
He was born on Feb. 7, 1917, in Arkansas, to Walter and Mary Elizabeth Clement Ross.
While...
Luce, J.W.
November 18th, 2003
Services: Have been held.
Mr. J.W. Luce, 87, of Portales, died Friday, Oct. 3, 2003, at his home in Portales.
He was born on Feb. 4, 1916, in Wellington, Texas, to Ida Pearl and George N. Luce. His fa...
DA’s office: No wrongdoing found in awarding events center
November 17th, 2003
The 9th Judicial District Attorney’s office found no wrongdoing in connection with a design contract awarded for the county’s proposed special events center, District Attorney Brett Carter said Mo...
Crime-spree suspect breaks from custody
November 17th, 2003
A Fort Sumner man accused of a series of armed robberies and carjackings stretching across three counties on Oct. 12 escaped Friday from De Baca County jail authorities.
John C. Cates III, 19, didn’...
Mexico and U.S. must cooperate on border issues
November 17th, 2003
In the early days of the Bush administration, the president worked with Mexican President Vicente Fox on cross-border issues. The two pledged to work together to implement provisions of the North Amer...
Free market closer to fair than alternatives
November 17th, 2003
In many years of trying to understand the free market economy I have been hampered by the fact that rarely does a true free market exist. Like ideal marriages, genuine free markets are mostly somethin...
Government's ideas of 'heroes' is skewed
November 17th, 2003
I sometimes wonder whether a nation that sends girls like Jessica Lynch into battle and punishes soldiers like Lt. Col. Allen West is quite in its right mind.
Why is Jessica Lynch’s story worthy of...
Senior Calendar 11/18
November 17th, 2003
La Casa De Buena Salud
1120 Cameo
Tuesday: 10:30 a.m. — Indoor exercise.
Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. — Blood sugar checks; 11:30 a.m. — Frito pie luncheon; 1 p.m. — Bingo; 1:30 p.m. — Blood pre...
Police Blotter 11/18
November 17th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
A 1960 Volkswagen Beetle received moderate damage and its driver had a minor head injury following a...
11/18
November 17th, 2003
TODAY
Foster Care/Adoption Orientation — 6-7 p.m., Children Youth and Families Department, 221 W. Llano Estacado Blvd. Details: 763-0014.
Clovis Kart Association — 7 p.m., Monthly meeting at K-Bob...
School Menus 11/18
November 17th, 2003
School lunch menus published in Sunday’s paper were for the previous week. Here are corrected school lunch menus for the remainder of the week:
Clovis
Elementary
Tuesday: School’s favorite menu.
W...
Douglas, Ella Mae Wallace
November 17th, 2003
Douglas, Ella Mae Wallace
Services: Have been held.
Mrs. Ella Mae Wallace Douglas, 96, of Tulsa, Okla., a sales clerk, died on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2003, at the Ambassador Manor Nursing Home in Tulsa, O...
Study of Cannon's health care leaves students impressed
November 17th, 2003
A group of graduate nursing students from the Clovis area who have spent much of the last year studying health care at Cannon Air Force Base, said last week they were surprised by the good quality of...
County commissioners ‘discouraged’ by costs
November 17th, 2003
Curry County Commissioners visited Lea County Special Event Center near Hobbs on Nov. 7. During Monday’s commissioners meeting, they expressed concerns about what they learned concerning the costs o...
Zias overcome turnover woes to take opener
November 17th, 2003
IT’S PRETTY HARD TO win a basketball game with 31 turnovers.
Of course, it helps if you dominate the boards 59-33 and shoot 22 of 27 from the free throw line.
All those numbers accompanied Sunday...
Development director looks toward Portales’ future
November 17th, 2003
PORTALES — Darla Wilhoit, Portales’ new community development director, will work in conjunction with Roosevelt County Community Development Corporation (RCCDC) for the future of economic developm...
Business Briefs 11/18
November 17th, 2003
Local provider offers new technology
ENMR-Plateau, a regional telecommunications provider, is providing some area customers with “fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) technologies,” according to a com...
Shorthanded Cats face Hereford
November 17th, 2003
What you see tonight when the Clovis High boys open their basketball season against Hereford at Rock Staubus Gym won’t be what you see in a few weeks.
Only eight Wildcats, including two moved up f...
Liars deserve frogs in their briefcases
November 17th, 2003
It had been unseasonably warm in western Pennsylvania the autumn of our seventh-grade year. And by the time our church’s fall mission conference rolled around in early November, we still had not had...
A remarkable young lady gives us perspective
November 17th, 2003
It was a beautiful sun-filled day this past Oct. 31. The waves off of Makua Beach in Hawaii were at a lull. Tall, lanky, 13-year- old Bethany Hamilton, a surfing protege about to turn professional, wa...
Cannon maintenance group contends for top award
November 17th, 2003
Cannon Air Force Base is a finalist for a top Air Force award — the best maintenance group in Air Combat Command.
A team of inspectors visited the base last week to decide whether Cannon should be...
It's about face
November 17th, 2003
Thanks to extra funding provided by Congress on Wednesday, Cannon Air Force Base will be able to replace some World War II-era buildings and add more runway lighting to improve pilot safety.
The work...
11/17
November 17th, 2003
MONDAY
Brain Injury Support Group — 7 p.m. at the Memorial Building, 200 E. 7th St. in Portales. Details: Karla or Judy at 359-1964. E-mail: karlat@yucca.net.
Clovis Quilters’ Club — 1:30 p.m.,...
Fisher Houses: Comfort zones for wounded and families
November 17th, 2003
“It’s unbelievable that places like this exist,” said Brian Alaniz, 29, a Navy hospitalman who lost part of his right leg and suffered other wounds just four days after President Bush ordered th...
Health-care bill could cost more than percieved
November 17th, 2003
House and Senate negotiators reportedly haven’t been able to agree on several issues in a bill that would provide an open-ended prescription drug benefit under Medicare and (maybe) offer hope of ref...
Father always knew where to find friend
November 17th, 2003
Several months ago, I asked readers to share family stories. Several did, and I’ll try to pass them along before the end of the year.
This one is from Peggie Callaway of Melrose.
She wrote about a f...
How to speak woman, a man's guide
November 17th, 2003
You ladies undoubtedly want to go in the other room and talk about whatever it is you talk about when you get together, because we guys will be smoking cigars in here, talking football, and we’ll fl...
Lowe, C.E.
November 17th, 2003
Lowe, C.E.
Services: Have been held.
C.E. “Gene” Lowe, 89, of Muleshoe, died Saturday, Nov. 15, 2003, at Muleshoe Area Medical Center.
He was born Oct. 29, 1914 in Marlow, Okla.
He married Georgia...
Zias win opener in Colorado
November 16th, 2003
COLORADO SPRINGS — Eastern New Mexico University’s starting front line combined for 36 points and 31 rebounds on Sunday and the Zias defeated Colorado-Colorado Springs 65-55 in the women’s baske...
Raiders sweep Play Inc. titles
November 16th, 2003
The Texico-Farwell Raiders had the best of it on Saturday in both championship games of Play Inc. youth football at Jim Hill Field.
The Raiders got past the Friona Chiefs 16-14 in the Senior League (...
Oh brother: Tatum tops Buffs again
November 16th, 2003
TATUM — Brothers Alberto and Art Castro were in on six of Tatum’s nine touchdowns and the Coyotes survived a six-TD performance by Melrose sophomore Carlos Ruiz to beat the Buffaloes 57-40 on Satu...
Wildcats prove me wrong
November 16th, 2003
C lovis has come a long way since September, when a 1-2 start left plenty of doubters — including yours truly.
The Wildcats looked dreadful in a 32-7 loss to Mayfield in the season opener and not m...
Steers cruise to first-round playoff win
November 16th, 2003
AMARILLO — The Farwell Steers aren’t ready for the basketball season to begin just yet.
Playing their first postseason game in four years, the Steers rode a solid all-around effort Friday night t...
Ex-band director sentenced to 10 1/2 years
November 15th, 2003
Former Yucca Junior High School band director Paul J. Duran, 36, showed no emotion in Curry County District Court on Friday afternoon after learning he will spend up to 10 1/2 years in state prison.
...
Locals also ‘stunned’ in ’63 by Kennedy assassination
November 15th, 2003
Terry Cone was sitting in his business class as a junior at Eastern New Mexico University on Nov. 22, 1963.
He doesn’t remember much of what the teacher said that day, but he remembers vividly what...
Mentoring a child brings reward to all
November 15th, 2003
Editor’s note: This is the 13th in a series of United Way agency profiles scheduled for publication each Sunday, Wednesday and Friday through this week.
Phil Teakell of Clovis believes mentoring a...
Bush, GOP should match deeds to words
November 15th, 2003
Serious small-government Republicans are no doubt going through cognitive dissonance right now. Their party generally espouses the philosophy of limited government, especially on fiscal matters, but n...
Transportation bill weakens state's future
November 15th, 2003
I want to tell your readers why I did not support Governor Richardson’s Investment Partnership (GRIP) plan for transportation in this past special session.
The way this transportation bill was writt...
How about better management of tax dollars
November 15th, 2003
A recent Project: Reader Reaction question focused on a proposed sales-tax increase to fund the Ute Water pipeline project and other Clovis infrastructure needs. Some responses:
“Every time a gover...
Calendar 11/16
November 15th, 2003
SUNDAY
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program — Clovis Community College, Room 185, preregistration is necessary. Cost is $10 per person made payable to AARP/55 Alive; for pre-registration call Suejan...
Texico Fire Department receives grant for $67,500
November 15th, 2003
The Texico Volunteer Fire Department has received a $67,500 federal grant through the U.S. Fire Administration. According to U.S. Rep. Tom Udall, a co-sponsor of the bill that created the grants, the...
Police Blotter 11/16
November 15th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Police responded about 7:30 a.m. Wednesday to a report that paintballs were being shot at cars passin...
Lawyers disagree on sex-crime legislation
November 15th, 2003
New laws passed recently by the New Mexico legislature markedly increase penalties for sex offenders whose victims are children. Two criminal defense attorneys who have handled sex-related cases in th...
What does it take to build a cathedral?
November 15th, 2003
WHAT DOES IT TAKE
TO BUILD A CATHEDRAL?
It was one of those weeks. I’d been working hard on a thousand things that week — except my sermon. And then it was crunch time. Lots of things had gotten...
Steers eliminate Wheeler
November 15th, 2003
AMARILLO — Rowdy Mitchell scored two touchdowns and Farwell handed the Wheeler Mustangs a 25-6 setback Friday night in the bi-district round of the Class 1A football playoffs at Highland Park High S...
Friday prep scores
November 14th, 2003
Football
District 4-5A
Clovis 31, Carlsbad 24 3 OT
Class 1A
Bi-district
Farwell 25, Wheeler 6
New Mexico
Belen 35, Silver 15
Cibola 28, Gallup 0
Clovis 31, Carlsba...
Vixens cruise into 1A semifinals
November 14th, 2003
ROSWELL — If Thursday’s Class 1A volleyball quarterfinals at Roswell High were a case of “anything you can do, I can do better,” Fort Sumner (21-4) showed it was equally as impressive as two-t...
Texas Woman's eliminates Zias in LSC tourney
November 14th, 2003
CANYON, Texas — In a relatively even match, service problems were costly to the Eastern New Mexico University Zias Thursday night.
ENMU had 13 service errors — many at critical times — and just...
Buffs get third crack at unbeaten Tatum
November 14th, 2003
Dickie Roybal and the Melrose Buffaloes have been heavy underdogs before in a state championship game.
The Roy Longhorns took a 33-game winning streak and an air of invincibility into the 1999 title...
Zia freshman earns All-LSC soccer honor
November 14th, 2003
RICHARDSON, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University freshman forward Megan Dozier has been chosen to the All-Lone Star Conference women’s soccer first team.
Dozier, from Midland, Texas, led the fir...
Hounds coach still win away from milestone
November 14th, 2003
Veteran Eastern New Mexico University football coach Bud Elliott doesn’t talk much about the possibility of winning his 200th game as a college head coach.
Right now, he just wants to see the Greyh...
Secretary of education selected
November 14th, 2003
Area educators on Thursday applauded Gov. Bill Richardson’s selection of Veronica C. Garcia as state secretary of education.
Garcia, an Albuquerque resident, a native New Mexican, and the executive...
Brrrrrrr c-c-cold and wet
November 14th, 2003
Cool temperatures and rain showers covered the region on Thursday, but area law-enforcement agencies reported no serious weather-related issues.
By 9:30 p.m., National Weather Service officials said t...
Saudi Arabia: A day of reckoning is upon all of us
November 13th, 2003
For years the Saudi royal family has played a dangerous double game, leading lavishly westernized lives of luxury, enriched by oil revenues and protected by American military muscle, while ruling over...
Medicare excess: Not a threat, a promise
November 13th, 2003
When Lyndon Johnson was pushing to create Medicare, an aide approached him about adding a provision to win approval in the House of Representatives. The problem was that it would cost the federal gove...
Don't kill the goose that lays golden eggs
November 13th, 2003
It is always fascinating to see elementary economics make front-page news. It was front-page news in Wednesday’s Wall Street Journal that there are long waiting times for seeing medical specialists...
Cast, Floyd
November 13th, 2003
Cast, Floyd
Services: Have been held.
Floyd “Sonny” Cast, 68, of Tucumcari, died Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2003, in Amarillo.
He was born in Quay.
Mr. Cast lived his life as a rancher.
He is survived b...
11/14
November 13th, 2003
FRIDAY
Arthritis Education — 10 a.m. Plains Regional Medical Center, Healthplex. Details: 769-7356 or 769-7117.
First Baptist Single Adults Fellowship — Details: 762-7209.
Disabled American Vetera...
Service makes houses homes
November 13th, 2003
Editor’s note: This is the 12th in a series of United Way agency profiles scheduled for publication each Sunday, Wednesday and Friday through Nov. 21.
By Eric Butler
CNJ CORRESPONDENT
Sitting on th...
Portales forum discusses golf course, truck stop
November 13th, 2003
PORTALES — The development of a truck stop and golf course are two objectives that residents at Thursday’s economic development forum follow-up determined to be important goals for Portales.
The t...
Police Blotter 11/14
November 13th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
A gas company meter reader called police about 10:30 a.m. Monday regarding an unauthorized gas meter...
Zias face surprising Texas Woman's
November 13th, 2003
A month or so ago, it looked like neither the Eastern New Mexico University nor Texas Woman’s volleyball teams were postseason contenders.
Both recovered, though, making it to the Lone Star Confere...
Lions and tigers and bears ... in Clovis?
November 13th, 2003
The city of Clovis Planning and Zoning Commission is seeking public comment on a proposed ordinance that would regulate the keeping of exotic animals in Clovis’ city limits.
Commission members table...
Train still waiting for move across town
November 13th, 2003
The Clovis Rotary Club has donated $1,000 to help move an historic steam locomotive to a new home, Clovis Depot Model Train Museum owner Phil Williams said Wednesday.
The Rotary Club made the donation...
U.S. government must have checks and balances
November 13th, 2003
Liberty includes freedom from arbitrary action by government. That’s why the U.S. Constitution established a judicial branch as a check on the powers of the executive and legislative branches.
For t...
Online polls: The great American opinion bowl
November 13th, 2003
To stay alive in this business, cable news has taught us, you need to be trendy.
CNN, for instance, intersperses in its coverage of hard news stories with online polls so viewers can express their opi...
Going hi-tech with homework
November 13th, 2003
For many working parents, staying up-to-date about what’s going on in the classroom can be a challenge.
But thanks to the Internet and teachers, parents can catch up on what’s been happening at sc...
Is there an underlying motive for minimum wage?
November 13th, 2003
Presidential aspirant Rep. Dick Gephardt, D-Mo., unwittingly performed a public service in his address to the Teamsters Local 238 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, last month. He revealed the true agenda behind...
Lujan, Anthony
November 13th, 2003
Anthony D. Lujan, 20, a student at Clovis Community College, died Monday, Nov. 10, 2003, at his home in Clovis.
Mr. Lujan was born March 12, 1983, in Clovis to Chris and Mary Griego Lujan. He lived in...
Education Digest 11/13
November 13th, 2003
Clovis Community College
sets on-line registration
Clovis Community College students, both new and continuing, may register online Nov. 17 through Jan. 16 for the spring semester. Online registration...
Student Profiles 11/13
November 13th, 2003
Justin Pinckney, 17, is the son of Ronita and Greg Pinckney and a senior at Clovis High School.
What did you think about on 9/11: For a while I just couldn’t believe it. I didn’t want to believe...
Prep news & notes
November 11th, 2003
DUE TO A MIXUP by the New Mexico Activities Association, the site for the state six-man football championship game between Melrose and Tatum was incorrectly given on Sunday as Melrose.
Tatum w...
Ferguson impressive in loss to Cats
November 11th, 2003
Rodney Ferguson left a big impression and quite a few welts on the Clovis Wildcats.
The Manzano senior running back capped a standout high school career that included three-straight 1,000-yard season...
Veterans Day breakfast annual Clovis tradition
November 11th, 2003
Nearly 450 came to American Legion Dean Lucas Post 25 Tuesday morning for a Veterans Day breakfast that provided a free meal to veterans, firefighters, police, active duty military and their families....
Suspected killer still eludes Oklahoma authorities
November 11th, 2003
A man with ties to eastern New Mexico who is suspected of killing two Oklahoma residents last month is still on the loose. But Oklahoma police officials believe they have him contained.
Scott James Ei...
Richardson's zeal could negatively impact his future
November 11th, 2003
It should surprise few New Mexicans that Gov. Bill Richardson admits he goofed in handling tax legislation rejected by the state Legislature during the just-completed special session. He clearly did m...
Long-standing house has wild history
November 11th, 2003
The first homes in early-1900s Clovis were tents and one- or two-room shacks. But one of the homes built in 1908, at Ninth and Gidding streets (almost out of town at the time) was the J. S. Fitzhugh h...
Dean's comment is insult to two races
November 11th, 2003
I have no problem with what Howard Dean was trying to say. It’s what he actually said that troubles me.
Specifically, the Democratic presidential candidate told an Iowa reporter that he wants to be...
Organization puts right 'SPIN' on parenthood
November 11th, 2003
Editor’s note: This is the 11th in a series of United Way agency profiles scheduled for publication each Sunday, Wednesday and Friday through Nov. 21.
Single Parents In Need have no need to put a S...
11/12
November 11th, 2003
WEDNESDAY
Amateur Radio Club — 7 p.m., Clovis Community College, Building 206. Details: 742-2415.
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program — Clovis Community College, Room 185, preregistration is neces...
Beach, Dorothy R.
November 11th, 2003
Beach, Dorothy Reid
Services: Have been held.
Dorothy Reid Beach, 74, of Albuquerque, died Monday, Nov. 10, 2003, at Lovelace Hospital in Albuquerque.
She was born Nov. 21, 1928, in Collingsworth Coun...
School board sends $5 million bond issue to voters
November 10th, 2003
The Clovis Municipal School Board voted Monday night to ask voters to approve a $5 million bond issue for building projects that could lead to additional state matching grants of more than $5.7 milli...
Police Blotter 11/11
November 10th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
About 8 p.m. Thursday, police responded to the 2000 block of Chaparral regarding a stolen firearm.
T...
Edge, Elbert M.
November 10th, 2003
Elbert Muriel Edge
Services: Have been held.
Elbert Muriel Edge, 85, of Clovis, died Sunday, Nov. 9, 2003, at Bridges Retirement Manor in Clovis.
He was born Jan. 17, 1918, in Caddo Mills, Texas, to E...
ENMU notebook
November 10th, 2003
FOURTH-YEAR EASTERN New Mexico University men’s basketball coach Shawn Scanlan is wary of putting much emphasis on Saturday night’s 106-58 exhibition blowout of the New Mexico All-Stars at...
Lynch affair is symbolic of war's lack of clarity
November 10th, 2003
When commentators first suggested the U.S. military’s depiction of Army Private Jessica Lynch’s “heroic” struggle against her Iraqi captors was overblown, U.S. officials were indignant.
But t...
Bombings parallel to WW II experience
November 10th, 2003
From my World War II experience, let me share with you how soldiers in Iraq are probably feeling about suicide attackers.
In May of 1944, after my outfit helped defeat Hitler, we were shipped to the P...
Arguments against ban don't stand up
November 10th, 2003
What does “partial birth abortion” mean, anyway? A procedure whereby a nearly born infant is killed just before it sees the light of day. The reasons for this are usually because there are concern...
Local Roundup 11/11
November 10th, 2003
Area businesses hold Veterans Day specials
Here are today’s Veterans Day events scheduled in Clovis:
> American Legion Post 25 breakfast, 7-11 a.m.
> Free admission to Roller World Skating Ce...
Partnership 'beefs up' business
November 10th, 2003
When Margaret George and her husband Jacob began preparing natural beef for themselves and a few friends four years ago, they had no idea it would turn into a business with outlets around eastern New...
Business digest 11/11
November 10th, 2003
Mall outfitter gives gifts for a cause
Maurices in North Plains Mall is selling a holiday ornament and donating the proceeds to charity.
Tina Kruse, Maurices Clovis store manager, said the stor...
New businesses in Clovis
November 10th, 2003
New businesses in Clovis
Here is a list of new business licenses issued by the city of Clovis in October, with addresses and telephone numbers for company owners:
> Jolley Construction, 3103 Walnut H...
Accident victim in town for family funeral
November 10th, 2003
The 80-year-old man killed by a motorist in Clovis on Saturday was in town to attend the funeral of his brother-in-law, his family said Sunday.
Robert Louis Grimm, of Aurora, Colo., was the brother-in...
11/10
November 10th, 2003
TODAY
Pilot Club Meeting — 5:45 p.m. Board meeting and 6:30 p.m. Business meeting. Sundance Steak House. Details: 769-1363.
Veteran’s Day free buffet — 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Golden Corral. Identif...
Police Blotter 11/10
November 10th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
About 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, police received a report of a crash on the corner of Thornton and Purdue s...
Patriot Act proof America should curb government
November 10th, 2003
T he indictment of three current and former Clark
County, Nev., and Las Vegas officials in conne
ction with a probe of alleged kickbacks from a strip-club owner would be a fairly routine story —...
Little-known facts about November
November 10th, 2003
Today’s lesson: November history and science stuff.
You’ve probably noticed lately that the days are entirely too short. A fellow barely gets out of bed before it’s supper, and it will be next A...
Newest feature not in black and white
November 10th, 2003
The Clovis News Journal has added two new features, but you won’t find them in the pages of our newspaper.
They’re on our Internet Web site.
Pull up our site — www.cnjonline.com — and on the l...
Church celebrates 50 years of serving turkey
November 10th, 2003
PORTALES — Forty roasted turkeys, 24 tubs of dressing, 250 pumpkin pies, 80 gallons of green beans, 500 apples, 100 stalks of celery and 14 gallons of cranberry sauce.
Sounds like enough to feed an...
Congress making extra effort
November 10th, 2003
The more difficult U.S. operations become in Iraq, the more conscientious Congress becomes in addressing weaknesses and inequities in military pay and benefits programs — or so it seems.
Three days...
Zias fall to Miners in exhibition
November 9th, 2003
EL PASO, Texas — The University of Texas-El Paso ran off an 18-2 spurt over the first nine-plus minutes of the second half Sunday and defeated Eastern New Mexico University 70-55 in a women’s bask...
There's an all-seeing eye watching you
November 9th, 2003
THERE'S AN ALL-SEEING EYE WATCHING YOU
My tastes in music and my theology have certainly changed since then, but when I was a small child, my favorite song was a song we sang occasionally at church a...
Local officials not impressed with special session
November 9th, 2003
Local elected officials praised the recent decision to increase sex-offender penalties, but didn’t have much else good to say about the special session of the state legislature.
“I think the timin...
Pedestrian killed when struck by car
November 9th, 2003
An 80-year-old man was struck and killed by a motorist on the 2200 block of North Prince Street on Saturday night, police said.
Late Saturday night police identified the victim as Robert Grimm.
Sgt. J...
11/9
November 9th, 2003
TODAY
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program — Clovis Community College, Room 185, preregistration is necessary. Cost is $10 per person made payable to AARP/55 Alive; for pre-registration call Suejan J...
Lowe, Olen
November 9th, 2003
Lowe, Olen
Services: Have been held.
Olen Lowe, 90, of Portales, died Saturday, Nov. 8, 2003, at Heartland Continuing Care Center in Portales.
He was born Nov. 28, 1912, in Fairplay, Mo., to Nora and...
Girl scouts promote camaraderie, skills for life
November 9th, 2003
Editor’s note: This is the 10th in a series of United Way agency profiles scheduled for publication each Sunday, Wednesday and Friday through Nov. 21.
Samantha Chambers, 17, is nearing the end of...
Farwell native follows his heart
November 9th, 2003
The seeds for Cody Monk’s success were planted in the growing fields of West Texas, cultivated by his junior high and high school teachers, and sprouted when he followed his heart.
A 1992 Farwell Hi...
ENMU crowns Native American
November 9th, 2003
The new Miss Native American ENMU will use her crown and title to be an ambassador for Eastern New Mexico University’s Native American Club and the school, helping to recruit students.
“I would l...
Hounds roll to exhibition victory
November 9th, 2003
PORTALES — Junior college transfer Kennis Green scored 20 points and grabbed 10 rebounds Saturday night to lead Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team past the New Mexico All-Stars 10...
Some are veterans because 'it was the right thing to do'
November 9th, 2003
We will honor our nation’s military veterans with a holiday on Tuesday, for all the blood and anguish and separation they’ve endured in the name of freedom.
Veterans Day, the Department of Veteran...
House holds fond memories for daughter
November 9th, 2003
I am Ellen Artman Verner, daughter of Teola Artman.
I grew up in Clovis and I have been following with interest all the stories about my mother and the Girl Scout Little House.
Don McAlvay and Jack Ki...
Homesickness abated by remembering
November 9th, 2003
CAMP VIRGINIA, Kuwait — Another Veterans Day.
Last year at this time, I was sitting comfortably at home in Ohio, going about my life, bowling a couple of nights a week, playing poker every Wednesday...
Clovis has not forgotten its veterans
November 9th, 2003
A recent Project: Reader Reaction question asked if Veterans Day has lost its meaning. Some responses:
“I have never known anyone who did not respect a man or woman in an American uniform, or who s...
'Operation Boo' employed to scare drivers straight
November 9th, 2003
“Operation Boo,” a special traffic enforcement program on Oct. 31, led to 52 traffic citations for drivers on Prince Street, the Clovis Police Department reports.
From 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Hallowe...
Police Blotter 11/9
November 9th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
A dog owner called police about 9:30 a.m. Monday to report his daughter’s pet husky had disappeare...
State senate candidate has big plans for future of local area
November 9th, 2003
William V. Palmer is a Lovington oil and gas company owner, operator and investor. He has announced he will run as a Republican for State Senate District 42, which covers Curry, Lea and Roosevelt coun...
Buffs steamroll into six-man finals
November 9th, 2003
MELROSE— Senior Harvey Park set the national record for touchdown receptions in a season as Melrose advanced to the six-man state championship game for the first time since winning it all in 1999 by...
Lady Cats lose heartbreaker to Cruces
November 9th, 2003
LAS CRUCES — The Clovis High Lady Wildcats had Las Cruces High on the ropes Saturday night, but couldn’t quite close the deal.
The Lady Bulldawgs rallied for a 25-19, 21-25, 14-25, 25-20, 15-13 w...
Cats beat Manzano, clinch playoff berth
November 9th, 2003
ALBUQUERQUE — Saturday night’s Clovis Wildcat victory came down to three feet. Not three feet meaning one yard, but two feet with break-away speed and razor-sharp, stop-and-go cutting ability and...
Friday prep football scores
November 7th, 2003
Area
Texas
District 4-1A
Farwell 46, Bovina 7
District 2-3A
Muleshoe 33, Slaton 0
New Mexico
District 4-5A
Carlsbad 49, Hobbs 28
Others
Artesia 65, Moriarty 0
Aztec...
Welcome to Austin: Neat town
November 7th, 2003
We headed west and then north out of Austin, Texas, driving through the rolling hills and green countryside that, except for the temperature, reminded me very much of western Pennsylvania and home.
J...
Busy week yields 'killer' search engine
November 7th, 2003
It’s been a busy week in “Internet Land,” lots of changes, lots of activity, and I’ve come across a lot of interesting Web sites.
I mentioned in last week’s column about all the buzz that ha...
Senior Calendar 11/9
November 7th, 2003
La Casa De Buena Salud
1120 Cameo
Monday: 9:30 a.m. — Blood pressure checks; 10 a.m. — HIBAC.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. — BOD meeting; 11 a.m. — General senior meeting; Noon — Refreshments.
Wednesday:...
Club notes 11/9
November 7th, 2003
Open Pairs Wednesday Morning Session Nov. 5
Section A
1 Maxine Coffey - Meredith Morris, Clovis
2 Norma Orwin - Jerry Beck, Clovis
3/4 Oleta Thornton - John Rollinson, Clovis
3/4 Lura Rundell, Farwel...
Weddings
November 7th, 2003
Alvin
Michelle Froeschle of Clovis and Robert Alvin of Gardenville, Nev., were joined in marriage on Oct. 18, 2003, at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Colorado Springs, Colo.
The bride is the d...
Engagements 11/9
November 7th, 2003
Leatherwood-Pipkin
Mike and Kathy Leatherwood of Clovis announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Shana Leatherwood of Clovis, to Jason Pipkin of Clovis, son of Scott...
School Menus 11/9
November 7th, 2003
Clovis
Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Peanut butter and jelly sandwich, juice, milk. Lunch — Burrito with salsa, corn, lettuce, peaches, milk.
Tuesday: Veteran’s Day - no school.
Wednesday: Bre...
Portales Pastor applauds consecration
November 7th, 2003
A former Anglican who pastors in Portales said Sunday’s consecration of the first openly gay bishop in the Episcopal Church is a victory for homosexual Christians.
“We are obviously very pleased t...
Religion Calendar 11/7
November 7th, 2003
Today
Singles Living in Christ — 7 p.m., First Church of the Nazarene, 1800 N. Norris St., Clovis. Child care is provided. For information, call 763-3141 or 762-6639.
Saturday
Bible Study Services ...
Contentement can be found in the kingdom
November 7th, 2003
Weaver was our dachshund who died just last year and had been a part of our family since he was 6 weeks old. Some might have characterized Weaver as docile and easy going. He seemed that way because h...
A View From Under the Pew
November 7th, 2003
Editor’s note: Amos is a churchmouse, unable to use the keyboard shift keys and unschooled in the art of punctuation.
the faith of louie
boss you remember louie
the songdog who s always
s...
Police still on lookout for escapee
November 7th, 2003
Clovis police are still looking for a man who walked out of the police department offices Oct. 29 after being arrested for attacking a woman in her car.
In the meantime, police are looking for ways to...
City approves 'inducement' for cheese plant
November 7th, 2003
Clovis’ city commission on Thursday approved issuing $250 million in industrial development bonds as incentive for bringing Southwest Cheese Co. to Curry County.
Chase Gentry, executive director of...
11/7
November 7th, 2003
TODAY
Disabled American Veterans #6 bingo — 7 p.m. 220 West 4th Street, Clovis. Details: 762-5335.
AA — 7 p.m. Closed discussion meeting. Sacred Heart School.
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program ...
Public Record 11/7
November 7th, 2003
Compiled from court records from Oct. 29 through Wednesday
Marriage licenses
Javier Diaz Oviedo, 21, and Dandy Mae Cones, 24, both of Friona
James Ryan Hyatt, 34, and Tessa Renea Stamps, 32, b...
Williams, Ruby Maude McFarland
November 7th, 2003
Ruby Maude McFarland Williams
Services: Have been held.
Ruby Maude McFarland Williams, 99, of Clovis, a homemaker, died Monday, Nov. 3, 2003, at Laurel Plains Nursing Home in Clovis.
She was born on F...
'Big hearts' help court services volunteers face challenges
November 7th, 2003
Editor’s note: This is the ninth in a series of United Way agency profiles scheduled for publication each Sunday, Wednesday and Friday through Nov. 21.
The organization’s name doesn’t tell the...
Temporary jail buildings considered
November 7th, 2003
Faced with jail overcrowding and spending money to house prisoners out of county, members of the Curry and Roosevelt county commissions met with representatives of a portable building company on Thurs...
Arrest of Russia's richest man could be election ploy
November 7th, 2003
The arrest of the richest man in Russia, Mikhail B. Khodorkovsky, on charges of embezzlement, fraud and tax evasion, could be a signal of a titanic political struggle over the future course of the cou...
Occupation can't work with today's U.S.
November 7th, 2003
Faced with escalating turmoil in Iraq, George W. Bush spurns any talk of pulling out. “America will never run,” he vows. Ohio Rep. Dennis Kucinich, campaigning for the Democratic presidential nomi...
'Living wage' is based on false ideas
November 7th, 2003
Give credit where credit is due. The political left is great with words. Conservatives have never been able to come up with such seductive phrases as the left mass produces.
While conservatives may ta...
Lady Cats face tough road test
November 6th, 2003
Darrel Ray remembers taking his Clovis High volleyball team on the long trip to Las Cruces High two years ago for a Class 5A regional round match against the eventual state champion Lady Bulldawgs.
C...
Prep volleyball playoff capsules
November 6th, 2003
Class 2A
Region B at Texico
Friday’s matches
Questa (13-5) vs Texico (17-5), 5 p.m.
Coaches: Questa, Jennifer Vialpando, 1st year; Texico, Mike Littlejohn, 25th.
Last playoff appea...
Cats thinking third — or better
November 6th, 2003
La Cueva and host Gallup may be out of the range of the Clovis High boys cross country team in Saturday’s Class 5A state meet in Gallup, but coach Brian Stacy thinks the Wildcats have a good shot at...
Hounds wary of improved WT
November 6th, 2003
It’s a long road back to respectability for the West Texas A&M football team, but second-year coach Ronnie Jones thinks the Buffaloes are headed in the right direction.
WT brings a potent offense a...
ENMU harriers face talented region field
November 6th, 2003
Eastern New Mexico University cross country coach Greg LaSage knows his Greyhounds and Zias have their work cut out in Saturday’s South Central Region meet at Commerce, Texas.
“The teams that bea...
Legislature wraps up
November 6th, 2003
SANTA FE (AP) — The Legislature finished its work when the House gave final approval to a measure financing nearly $1.6 billion in highway and transportation projects over the next seven years.
Bef...
City to consider industrial proposal
November 6th, 2003
Clovis’ city commission will consider a proposal to issue $250 million in industrial development bonds to defray the cost of Southwest Cheese Co. moving to Curry County.
The bonds will be paid off b...
Clovis works to improve school security
November 6th, 2003
When a tall man in a business suit recently walked into Clovis’ Parkview Elementary school, signed the visitor form and left the desk without picking up an identification badge, one of the school’...
Adams, Dorothy
November 6th, 2003
Dorothy Mabrel Adams, 82, of Clovis, died Sunday, Nov. 2, 2003, at Bridges Retirement Manor in Clovis.
She was born Sept. 2, 1921, in Joplin, Mo., to Earl and Mabel Fitz Jerrell Williams.
She married...
Area high school football capsules
November 5th, 2003
All Times MST
New Mexico
Animas (6-1) at Melrose (8-2)
What: Six-man semifinals
When: 1 p.m. Saturday
Last week: Animas beat Lake Arthur 54-0. Melrose rolled over House 65-...
Vixens gear for rematch in regionals
November 5th, 2003
FORT SUMNER — The Elida Lady Tigers and Fort Sumner Vixens are looking at a possible fourth matchup this season when they compete this weekend in the Class 1A Region B volleyball tournament.
The tea...
11/6
November 5th, 2003
TODAY
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program — Clovis Community College, Room 185, preregistration is necessary. Cost is $10 per person made payable to AARP/55 Alive; for pre-registration call Suejan J...
Police Blotter 11/6
November 5th, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Responding about 10 a.m. Oct. 30 to a drive-through restaurant, Clovis police found someone had shot...
Objections to toy commercial are gross overreactions
November 5th, 2003
We are continually amazed at the tactics proponents of zero-tolerance policies, especially concerning drug use, will use to bolster their arguments. The latest in the ongoing battle comes from, of all...
Politicians make for quotable quotations
November 5th, 2003
Kids say the darndest things. So do politicians.
I am inspired by Billy McKibben, the colorful former state senator from Hobbs. That southeastern New Mexico community, its economy once pumped flush by...
'Commerce Clause' is easy to manipulate
November 5th, 2003
Several weeks ago, I discussed how Congress systematically abuses the Constitution’s “welfare clause” to control our lives in ways that would have been an abomination to the framers. Quite a few...
Lila Downs wows audience at Clovis concert
November 5th, 2003
From deeply-moving to toe-tapping to whimsical, Golden-Globe winning songstress Lila Downs charmed a Clovis audience Tuesday night at Marshall Auditorium.
Downs’ concert was well-attended, featuring...
Ute Water Project reviewed
November 5th, 2003
Clovis and Curry County commissioners received an overview of the Ute Water Project from Scott A. Verhines, program manager of the Eastern New Mexico Rural Water Authority, at a joint city-county lunc...
American Red Cross: They come through
November 5th, 2003
The American Red Cross is well-known as a group that comes to the aid of victims of large-scale disasters around the globe.
However, the Clovis-based Zia Chapter of the Red Cross aims to help local pe...
CALENDAR 11/5
November 5th, 2003
Today
Joint Veterans Council — 7 p.m., regular meeting.
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program — Clovis Community College, Room 185, preregistration is necessary. Cost is $10 per person made payable...
Rackley, Lou
November 5th, 2003
LOU RACKLEY
Services: Have been held.
Mrs. Lou Rackley, 71, of Portales, died Monday, Nov. 3, 2003, at her home.
She was born on Jan. 25, 1932, in Portales, to Winnie May and A. Lott.
She grew up in P...
Dora frosh getting shot at Eastern
November 4th, 2003
PORTALES — Matt Carpenter used to step on the Greyhound Arena floor as part of an annual tradition called the Eastern Plains Athletic Conference basketball tournament.
Now he steps on the court as p...
Prep news & notes
November 4th, 2003
FORMER CLOVIS AND Muleshoe assistant coach Eddie Kilmer knew he wasn’t exactly walking into a football cathedral when he took the head coaching job this season at Slaton, Texas.
After all, th...
New regulations aimed at store safety
November 3rd, 2003
Area convenience store owners say proposed regulations by the state Environment Department aimed at making the stores safer for clerks and customers duplicate what they already do.
But an Environment...
11/4
November 3rd, 2003
TODAY
Curry County Democratic Party — 5 p.m. Sundance Steak House. Details: 253-4231.
Clovis Low Vision/Blind Support Group — 9 a.m. Baxter Hall, 908 Hickory. Details: 763-4367.
Diabetes Support G...
Business Briefs 11/4
November 3rd, 2003
Businesses training may get money back
New or expanding companies that need to train employees to produce a product may be eligible for reimbursement of part of their training cost under the state Eco...
Police Blotter 11/4
November 3rd, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
A Clovis woman called police about 1:40 p.m. Friday to report a suspicious letter. Police arrived and...
Javs QB impresses Elliott
November 3rd, 2003
SINCE BUD ELLIOTT WAS unable to achieve the 200th win of his 36-year college coaching career against longtime conference power Texas A&M-Kingsville, getting it this week against rival West Texa...
Lady Mules ranked fourth
November 3rd, 2003
Muleshoe coach Shana Simms knows being ranked fourth in Class 3A in the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches preseason poll comes with a price tag.
She knows every opponent will be gunning for the...
God's Perfect Love Drives Away All Fear
November 3rd, 2003
There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear
— 1 John 4:18
The little fellow standing on the corner of the street, just down at the end of the block from San Jacinto Elementary School...
CHS basketball practice begins today
November 2nd, 2003
Basketball practice begins today at Clovis High School and other schools around New Mexico.
CHS boys coach J.D. Isler and girls coach Miles Watters, both beginning their third seasons at the helm, wil...
11/3
November 2nd, 2003
MONDAY
Curry County Association of Educational Retirees (CCAER) — 11:30 a.m. at Holiday Inn. Details: 762-3115.
Brain Injury Support Group — 7 p.m. at the Memorial Building, 200 E. 7th St. in Port...
Military Digest 11/3
November 2nd, 2003
Wall
Air Force Airman Christopher R. Wall has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. He is the son of Elaine Dupree of Clovis.
Williams
Orrin T. Will...
Illegality of drugs causing more harm than drugs
November 2nd, 2003
A couple of recent news stories point out some of the flaws with the government’s war on drugs. Rush Limbaugh’s admission of his addiction to prescription pain killers is instructive on several le...
Fun facts give filler writers due credit
November 2nd, 2003
Back in the good old days of my misspent youth (When I became well known for asking President Lincoln’s wife, “Other than that, Ma’am, how was the opera?”) newspapers printed what were called...
Name omissions were not arbitrary
November 2nd, 2003
The Clovis News Journal did not print names of suspects recently in two high-profile criminal cases.
In both cases, we knew the suspect’s name and other news organizations published or broadcast tha...
Bailey, Lucile A.
November 2nd, 2003
Lucile A. Bailey
Services: Have been held.
Mrs. Lucile A. Bailey, 90, of Clovis, a retired bank teller, died Saturday, Nov. 1, 2003, at Retirement Ranch in Clovis.
She was born on March 8, 1913, in Sa...
Texico, Fort Sumner take titles
November 2nd, 2003
TEXICO — Sophomore Lori Richardson had 16 kills and junior Amber Parmer added 12 kills and 10 blocks as Texico erased a nine-point, third-game deficit with 40 of the match’s final 54 points to bea...
Javelinas' passing attack sinks ENMU
November 2nd, 2003
KINGSVILLE, Texas — Junior quarterback Daniel Taylor survived five sacks by Eastern New Mexico University, throwing for 322 yards and four touchdowns Saturday night to lead Texas A&M-Kingsville past...
11/2
November 2nd, 2003
TODAY
AARP/55 ALIVE Driver Safety Program — Clovis Community College, Room 185, preregistration is necessary. Cost is $10 per person made payable to AARP/55 Alive; for pre-registration call Suejan J...
Police Blotter 10/2
November 2nd, 2003
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
About 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, police observed a 17-year-old male on Fourth Street who was wanted on an out...
New $20 bill commercials a waste of money
November 2nd, 2003
Imagine you are the sole supplier of a commodity that nearly everyone in the country uses, many on a daily basis. For some reason you decide to alter the product in a few subtle ways; the product itse...
Legacy of girl scout icon should endure
November 2nd, 2003
In 1947, I came to Clovis as the first executive secretary of a new area in Girl Scouting. It consisted of Clovis, Fort Sumner, Tucumcari and Muleshoe.
My office was in the Girl Scouts Little House an...
Debunking illegal immigrant fallacies
November 1st, 2003
Many Americans are concerned because millions of illegal immigrants enter this country and little seems to be done to stop them. But California Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, leader of the Democrats in t...
Eldorado sends Lady Cats packing again
November 1st, 2003
ALBUQUERQUE — Until the Clovis Lady Wildcats figure out how to beat Eldorado they’re doomed to play on the road in the Class 5A state volleyball playoffs.
Regular-season champion Eldorado complete...
Hot, dry weather hard on farmers
November 1st, 2003
A stretch of hot and dry weather during the summer had a negative impact on the harvest of produce on area farms.
And too often when moisture did arrive, it came in the form of hail, which in large si...
ENMU celebrates life on ‘Day of the Dead’
November 1st, 2003
Today is the Mexican holiday, Dia de los Muertos, or “Day of the Dead.” But unlike Halloween, which conjures up stark images of death, Dia de Los Muertos is a celebration of life.
And Eastern New...
Care is only a phone call away
November 1st, 2003
Editor’s note: This is the sixth in a series of United Way agency profiles scheduled for publication each Sunday, Wednesday and Friday through Nov. 21.
Every weekday morning, “I Still Care” pro...
Cops & Courts 11/2
November 1st, 2003
The man accused of a crime spree through Fort Sumner, Melrose, and Portales didn’t have his preliminary hearing on Tuesday in the De Baca County Magistrate Court, as had been scheduled.
John C. Cate...
Court Dispositons 11/2
November 1st, 2003
Here are recent dispositions recorded in Curry County District Court:
Tabitha Wilson, 28, pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance. Sentencing deferred 18 months and placed on supervised...
Brizendine, Jesse
November 1st, 2003
Jesse Brizendine
Services: Have been held.
Mr. Jesse Brizendine, 90, of Clovis, died Oct. 27, 2003, at All Care Assisted Living in Clovis.
He was born on June 23, 1913, in Clovis, to Barnie and Eula E...
Passion for game still burns for veteran ENMU coach
November 1st, 2003
Harold “Bud” Elliott is Greyhound football, and Greyhound football is Bud Elliott. Elliott is in season No. 10 with Eastern New Mexico University, at the tail-end of a career that has taken him...
Positively a great coach
November 1st, 2003
John Irwin dodges the limelight like your cheap brother-in-law when it comes time to pick up the dinner check.
He will tell you credit for any of his coaching success goes to the players. He will tell...
NFL capsules — Week 9
November 1st, 2003
NFL Capsules
The Associated Press
NFL matchups for Week 9 (timesMST):
Sunday
OAKLAND (2-5) At DETROIT (1-6)
11 a.m., CBS
Opening line — Raiders by 2 1/2.
Record vs. spread ...
Zias clinch spot in LSC volleyball tournament
November 1st, 2003
PORTALES — The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team clinched its 11th Lone Star Conference tournament berth in the last 13 years Friday night with a 30-28, 31-29, 30-19 Lone Star Conference...
Friday prep football scores
November 1st, 2003
AREA GAMES
New Mexico
District 3-1A
Texico 43, Jal 7
DISTRICT 2-1A
Fort Sumner 28, Springer 18
Texas
DISTRICT 4-1A
Farwell 32, Springlake-Earth 0
DISTRICT 2-3A
Lubbock Cooper 24, Muleshoe 12
NEW MEXI...
Zias slip past SWOSU in soccer
November 1st, 2003
PORTALES — The first-year Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team assured itself on Friday that it won’t finish at the bottom of the Lone Star Conference this season.
The Zias got two...
Steers set up showdown with Bovina for playoff berth
November 1st, 2003
FARWELL — Five players scored touchdowns and Farwell set up a showdown next week with rival Bovina for a playoff berth as the Steers shut out winless Springlake-Earth 32-0 in a District 4-1A contest...
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