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Animal group wants to help with prairie dogs
February 28th, 2013
Susan Hubby says the Citizens for Prairie Dogs, to which she belongs, would be willing to relocate the prairie dogs at Ned Houk Park at no cost to the city. But because of their breeding hab...
Candidate profiles: CCC Board of Trustees
February 28th, 2013
The Clovis Community College Board of Trustees election is Tuesday. The only contested race is in District 1 where incumbent Gayla Brumfield faces Donald Sharer. We asked each candidate to a...
Citizens envision Clovis future
February 28th, 2013
A large crowd of Clovis residents showed up Thursday night at the Clovis Civic Center to share their visions for the future of Clovis.Kathie Novak, a former elected official and president of...
Police blotter: March 1, 2013
February 28th, 2013
Here is a sampling of the police, sheriff and fire calls for: Wednesday• 7:35 a.m.: Caller reported criminal damage, 2400 block of W...
Remember God as how you first met him
February 28th, 2013
I was watching a televangelist the other day and a question came to my mind: When our message about Jesus mirror’s the world’s attitude, then it really is just religion.
Efforts at combating bullying go down for a 3 count
February 28th, 2013
Rio Grande High School wrestler Nick Chavez has a state championship while the justice system, some South Valley political power brokers and the anti-bullying efforts of Albuquerque Public Schools...
Not a libertarian? You're not free
February 28th, 2013
So, you’re still not a libertarian? Why not?Let’s get beyond misguided religious excuses, justifications regarding “fairness” and overblown,...
Amos the Churchmouse: amos wrestles snowy weather
February 28th, 2013
yesterday boss i opened the doorof my cozy little matchboxhome in the corner of thechurch and slipped outsidethrough the crack in the wallin the choir room...
More Ute suits possible
February 28th, 2013
The Tucumcari-Quay County Regional Water Authority armed itself Thursday for a long legal battle to pull the plug on the Ute Water Project. The authority hired a Santa Fe legal firm to...
ENMU will host regional science fair
February 28th, 2013
Organizers are hoping that the pursuit of higher education will prevail at this year’s Southeastern New Mexico Regional Science and Engineering Fair at Eastern New Mexico University.Th...
Official: Act endangers farmers
February 28th, 2013
New Mexico Peanut Growers Association President Wayne Baker is not a big fan of the upcoming Food Safety Act.“If this thing is passed, they need to put farmers on the endangered...
CCC board candidate Q&As
February 28th, 2013
The Clovis Community College Board of Trustees election is Tuesday. The only contested race is in District 1 where incumbent Gayla Brumfield faces Donald Sharer. We asked each candidate to a...
Clovis Area Home Educators Presents "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer"
February 28th, 2013
Clovis Area Home Educators Presents "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" at the Lyceum Theater. March 1, at 7:00 p.m. and Saturday at 2:00 p.m.
Press Release: Curry County celebrating government month
February 28th, 2013
Curry County will join county governments across the United States in celebrating National County Government Month this April. This provides Curry County the opportunity to educ...
Softball sweeps Oklahoma Panhandle State
February 27th, 2013
The Eastern New Mexico University softball team got late heroics from Kuuleiokealoaha VonSchriltz, and some late help from Mother Nature to score a doubleheader sweep Wednesday against Oklahoma Pan...
Zias stay alive for seventh place despite loss
February 27th, 2013
CMI STAFF By the end of Wednesday night, the playoff fortunes improved just a little bit for Tarleton State. With some help, the same was true for Eastern New Mexico University.
Hounds drop contest at Tarleton
February 27th, 2013
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team entered Wednesday’s game at Tarleton State with a losing streak in Stephenville that dates back to Bi...
City asking for input on future
February 27th, 2013
Have an idea on how to improve the community? City officials wants to hear it.City officials are holding Town Hall Community Visioning Event 6 p.m. today at the Clovis Civic Center on 801 Sc...
Air service, school lunches among services that sequestration could im...
February 27th, 2013
School lunches, county seniors, Clovis airport and Cannon Air Force Base could all suffer if Congress fails to reach a budget agreement by the sequester deadline Friday.The problem for most...
Sunland aims for full production by end of March
February 27th, 2013
Five months after being at the center of a nationwide recall that shuttered its plant for several months, Sunland Inc. is ramping up for full production by the end of March, according to Vice Presi...
Clerk: State Supreme Court tosses murder indictments
February 27th, 2013
The New Mexico Supreme Court has tossed out grand jury murder indictments against a man accused of killing a Clovis couple during a 2011 backyard barbecue that erupted in gunfire.The court o...
Police plan DWI patrols
February 27th, 2013
Clovis police will conduct a DWI saturation patrol on Friday and March 8, 13, 15, 16 and 30 within the city limits. Police ask that citizens remember that it is also illegal to drive under t...
Letters to the Editor: Feb. 28, 2013
February 27th, 2013
Curry County no leader on water usageWhat Clovis is doing to Logan and Ute Lake, not to mention Quay County, is a crime. It has decided the water we all enjoy belongs to oth...
Viewpoint: Streamlining insurance law long overdue
February 27th, 2013
“In New Mexico, seven insurers currently account for a total of 123 prior authorization forms.”— Barry Bitzer, former Deputy Secretary, N.M. Human Service...
City to hold special meeting Friday
February 27th, 2013
The Clovis City Commission will have a special meeting 8 a.m. Friday at Clovis City Hall.The lone agenda item is an emergency budget transfer to purchase up to 250 containers of Rozol rodent...
Key Club back at Clovis High School
February 27th, 2013
Clovis Key Club is active again at Clovis High School and club facilitators are looking to recruit members, according to Key Club advisor Larry Holland. Clovis Key Club has two members to da...
Meetings watch: Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education, Feb. 26
February 27th, 2013
This is supplemental report from Tuesday’s Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education:• The board approved a resolution and proclamation for a special school dis...
Police blotter: Feb. 28, 2013
February 27th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Tuesday• 12:03 a.m.: Caller reported shoplifting, 1000 block of Mitchell S...
Education column: Many guidance opportunities available
February 27th, 2013
These days there are many opportunities for students seeking guidance and direction. In addition to our counselors at Clovis High School — working with students n academics, as well as career...
Lady Cats earn top seed in 4-5A meet
February 26th, 2013
ROSWELL — Clovis High’s girls didn’t waste any time taking control of Tuesday’s District 4-5A seeding tiebreaker.The Lady Wildcats scored the game’s first 10 po...
ENMU baseball team ranked ninth in region
February 26th, 2013
Eastern New Mexico University’s baseball team is ranked ninth this week in the NCAA Division II South Central Region poll. The Greyhounds (11-2) are one of five Lone Star Conference te...
ENMU basketball capsules — Feb. 27
February 26th, 2013
MENENMU (11-13, 8-8 Lone Star Conference at Tarleton S...
Superintendent unlikely to change graduation date
February 26th, 2013
Clovis Municipal Schools Superintendent Terry Myers said he’s unlikely to budge about not changing the date of the Clovis High School graduation despite a conflict with state’s spring a...
K-Bob's plan: Well done by May
February 26th, 2013
Business partners Ed Tinsley and Sid Strebeck were all smiles Tuesday as they walked through the partially completed K-Bob’s Steakhouse building, envisioning about what the finished product w...
Police Blotter: Feb. 27, 2013
February 26th, 2013
Here is a sampling of, sheriff and fire calls for: Monday• 4:35 a.m.: Caller requested public assistance, 400 block of North Lea Str...
USDA February Ag Report
February 26th, 2013
Snippets from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s monthly ag report for February.Number of farms, and land in farms
Blizzard takes life of Clovis farmer
February 26th, 2013
Even though he was 81 years old, it came as no surprise to family members that when Monday’s blizzard hit, Elbert Mitchell grabbed a shovel and headed out to clear the driveway.Concern...
Local burger choice worth sharing
February 26th, 2013
It was a dark and stormy night … followed by a bright and stormy day, with a blizzard that summoned Alice Cooper and belted out, “Schools … out … for … Monday.&rdq...
Our viewpoint: Washington needs more solutions, less bickering
February 26th, 2013
An age-old political game is taking the United States to the brink of fiscal calamity once again. This time, with “sequestration” set to take effect Friday, the objective once more appe...
Curry County no leader on water usage
February 26th, 2013
What Clovis is doing to Logan and Ute Lake, not to mention Quay County, is a crime. It has decided the water we all enjoy belongs to others and is out to get it, no matter the cost to Logan. ...
Where does the white goes when the snow melts?
February 26th, 2013
Ah, we're snowed in today, and I love it!I am a snow man, no doubt about it. Not the abominable kind, I hope. Just the very ordinary kind. ("Snow person" might have been clearer, but that...
Roads in Texas Panhandle reopen following storm
February 26th, 2013
AMARILLO — Some roadways in the Texas Panhandle are reopening Tuesday as sunny conditions begin to thaw ice and snow-packed surfaces slickened by a massive blizzard that blanketed the region....
CHS girls basketball capsule — Feb. 26
February 25th, 2013
Clovis (24-2) vs. Hobbs (22-4)7 p.m. today at Roswell High in a playoff for the top seed in this week&rsquo...
Since we've no place to go ...
February 25th, 2013
While Monday's blizzard brought most of the area to a crawl, there were a few adventurous souls willing to brave the winter weather.We caught up with a few of them: Rick Thomas sat i...
Post Office: Mail delays possible
February 25th, 2013
The U.S. Postal Service said in a release Monday that all offices in the area should be open throughout the blizzard, but inclement weather could delay deliveries.Customers are asked to clea...
Tuesday's school closures/delays
February 25th, 2013
Here is a list of today’s school delays and closings for Curry and Roosevelt counties as well as West Texas:Clovis Schools is on a two-hour delay for students; A.M. preschool is c...
ENMU men fourth in LSC indoor track meet
February 25th, 2013
LUBBOCK — Isaiah Samoei carried the Eastern New Mexico University men’s track team to fourth place out of six teams in the Lone Star Conference indoor meet on Saturday and Sunday at Tex...
Blizzard hammers region
February 25th, 2013
A blizzard that plowed through the South Plains, bringing the area to a standstill, was the worst the area has endured in more than a decade, according to a National Weather Service meteorologist.
Monday snowfall totals
February 25th, 2013
Snowfall Curry CountyLocation InchesPortair 12Clovis 9.5 Roosevelt Coun...
Parent seeks graduation change
February 25th, 2013
The parent of a Clovis High student-athlete wants the school board to change CHS' graduation date because of a conflict with the state's spring sports championships.He said he doesn't fee...
Metro beats Hounds 7-1, salvages series finale
February 25th, 2013
As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. Sophomore right-hander Nick Hammett threw seven shutout innings and Metro State salvaged the finale of its four-game series against E...
Melrose/Fort Sumner seeding playoff reset — Feb. 26
February 25th, 2013
A District 3-1A girls seeding playoff game between Fort Sumner and Melrose at Logan, which was on Monday due to the recent snow, has been resecheduled for 3 p.m. today and will now be played...
Clovis schools will delay school start
February 25th, 2013
Clovis Municipal Schools will delay the start of school by two hours on Tuesday in the aftermath of Monday's blizzard, according to a school spokesperson.Also the school district's AM Pres...
Meetings Watch: Clovis school board
February 25th, 2013
The Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education meets 5:30 p.m. today at the CMS administration building, 1009 Main. Agenda items include:• A resolution and proclamation for...
Police blotter: Feb. 26, 2013
February 25th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Friday• 8:08 a.m.: Caller reported a theft, 2100 block of North Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.&bul...
Press release: Xcel Energy outage update
February 25th, 2013
Issued at3:30 p.m.We currently have 1,037 customers without power in Texas and around 400 out in New Mexico. In Texas, 1,008 are out in Amarillo, but we're about to restore about 200...
Weather causing delays, closings
February 25th, 2013
A spokesperson for Clovis public schools has announced Clovis schools are closed Monday due to the threat of continued snow and high winds.Other delays/closings reported to Clovis Media Inc:...
Blizzard conditions knock out power, close roads, schools
February 25th, 2013
About 1,600 Clovis residents were without power this morning as a blizzard closed schools, businesses and roads and police urged everyone to avoid travel.National Weather Service...
Police: Storm will limit responses
February 25th, 2013
Clovis police have declared an Emergency Crash Alert, meaning they will respond to crashes only if there are injuries.A news release from Capt. Patrick Whitney reports the alert will remai...
Interstate 40 reopened to traffic
February 25th, 2013
Interstate 40 eastbound from Albuquerque to Amarillo was reopened at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday after being closed on Monday from heavy snowfall.More than 19 inches of snowfall and high wind gust o...
Latest forecast for Clovis-Portales area
February 25th, 2013
Today's forecast from National Weather Service for Clovis=Portales area:Snow likely with areas of blowing snow before 11 a.m., then areas of blowing snow and a chance of snow after 11 a.m.
Xcel: Downed poles cause of Clovis power outage
February 25th, 2013
About 425 Xcel customers are without power in Clovis and the company is reporting they know of six poles being down, according to an email from spokesman Wes Reeves.Restoration times ar...
Region under blizzard warning
February 24th, 2013
The National Weather Service is reporting a 100 percent chance of precipitation tonight in eastern New Mexico with snow estimates ranging from 2 to 7 inches.The Tucumcari area can expect 3 t...
Zias earn LSC tournament bid despite loss
February 23rd, 2013
Incarnate Word couldn’t find the range from 3-point distance for virtually the entire game Saturday. When the Cardinals desperately needed one, they got it on a fortunate bounce.Junior...
Two seeding playoff games set
February 23rd, 2013
Clovis High’s will face Hobbs in a 7 p.m. Tuesday playoff game at Roswell High to determine the top seed in this week’s District 4-5A tournament. Hobbs (22-4, 3-1) handed the Lad...
Curry County Cats post second win
February 23rd, 2013
After having a 78-yard punt return nullified by penalty in the opening period Saturday night, Clovis High grad Phillip Williams responded with third-quarter touchdown runs of 1 and 17 yards to help...
Hounds improve to 11-1 with sweep
February 23rd, 2013
Eastern New Mexico University’s baseball team is off to the best start in the program’s history, and it’s pretty obvious why — solid hitting and clutch pitching.
Lady Cats have high hopes
February 23rd, 2013
Every year, Clovis High softball coach Brandi Thomas knows her team’s work is cut out trying to compete in District 4-5A with Carlsbad and Hobbs, both well-established programs. Every...
Cats sixth, Lady Cats 10th at state
February 23rd, 2013
ALBUQUERQUE — With small squads to work with, Clovis High swimming coach Vincent de Maio set fairly lofty goals for his teams in this weekend’s state meet at Albuquerque Academy —...
Hounds heat up in second half
February 23rd, 2013
PORTALES —It didn’t take long for Eastern New Mexico University’s men to break open a tight game on Saturday.Junior guard Rodney Blackmon and freshman forward Lawrence Domi...
Habitat dedicates new home
February 23rd, 2013
The Ramos family of Clovis can literally say nearly 240 pairs of hands have touched their home on North Thornton Street.Volunteers from Curry and Roosevelt counties as well as Cannon Air For...
Conchas Lake at historic low levels
February 23rd, 2013
An extended drought that has included the hottest and driest 24-month period on record in New Mexico has led to a historic low water level at one area lake.
Nursery owner dispenses gardening advice
February 23rd, 2013
Sylvia Eaton said her vegetable garden did not produce much last year, so she sought advice to prevent a repeat of last year.
Police blotter — Feb. 24
February 23rd, 2013
Here are samplings of police sheriff and fire calls for:Thursday• 12:12 a.m.: Caller reported suspicious circumstances, 3100 block of Ross Stree...
What's happening — Feb. 24
February 23rd, 2013
TodayWheatfield's Concert Curry County Outlaws Live Concert — 2 p.m.-5 p.m., 4701 N. Prince St. Free event.Information: 762-8700.MondayParks, Recreation and Beaut...
Road work this week
February 23rd, 2013
Area road construction and closure information for this week:Curry CountyCurry County grading and renovations continue on Curry Road AI from Curry Road 12 and Curry R...
Cats complete perfect district run
February 22nd, 2013
Kamal Cass has had a lot of big scoring games — in football. Not so much in basketball.The junior guard was on his game Friday night, though, scoring 10 of his 15 points in the first h...
Hobbs girls beat Clovis to force playoff
February 22nd, 2013
HOBBS — The Clovis High girls have had a terrific season, ranked No. 1 in Class 5A essentially all year.The one stumbling block so far has been District 4-5A rival Hobbs.The Lad...
Rams squeak past Ruidoso again
February 22nd, 2013
Zach Blaeser and Daniel Sanchez converted back-to-back steals into layups with a little less than two minutes to give Portales the lead for good and the Rams held on for a 65-64 District 4-3A win o...
CHS swimmers set six school marks in state prelims
February 22nd, 2013
ALBUQUERQUE — Clovis High’s boys set four school records and the girls added two during Friday’s preliminary competition of the state swimming tournament at Albuquerque.The...
And the Oscar goes to ...
February 22nd, 2013
Editor's note: The following are the results from our Oscar ballot online this past week. Numbers indicate total votes.
ENMU extends win streak to five with 6-3 win over Metro
February 22nd, 2013
Senior center fielder Brooke Brooks hit a go-ahead, two-run single in the bottom of the sixth inning on Friday and Eastern New Mexico University’s baseball team opened a four-game serie...
ENMU basketball capsules — Feb. 23
February 22nd, 2013
MenIncarnate Word (13-10, 9-6 Lone Star Conference) at ENMU (10-13, 7-8)When: 4 p.m. today...
On reflection, Grandma's advice spotty
February 22nd, 2013
Do you ever think of your relatives, you know, those who have “gone on to glory”? I thought about my father’s parents the other day. A few weeks ago their 100th...
Dog doesn't deserve brunt of day's frustration
February 22nd, 2013
It’s easy to kick the dog; in fact they almost seem to ask for it, eagerly adopting the role of living shadow and always sticking their noses in, wanted or not.In fact, animals in gene...
Engagements — Feb. 24
February 22nd, 2013
Stroik-GriffithMike and Norma Stroik of Portales announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Tamara Stroik of Portales, to Kelly Griffith of Portales...
Anniversaries — Feb. 24
February 22nd, 2013
ButlerCharles and Verna Butler of Clovis will celebrate their 57th wedding anniversary on Saturday with friends. The couple were married on March 2, 1956, in Phoenix, Ariz....
Club notes — Feb. 24
February 22nd, 2013
Portales Womens' ClubPortales Woman's Club met Feb. 13 with President Lois Crozier conducting the meeting.Pledges were led by Carol Fletcher and the Collect was led...
Creative living: Making jeans, chicken stock to be featured
February 22nd, 2013
Information on making your own jeans and preparing chicken stock from scratch will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" on Tuesday, February 26th at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday, February 28t...
Decoy carving historical art form
February 22nd, 2013
Everything about the head was shaping up; the neckline was smoothly flowing, the shallow trough where the bill meets the crown was visible, and even the slightly rounded cheeks were beginning to ta...
On the shelves — Feb. 24
February 22nd, 2013
Clovis-Carver Public Library"The Receptionist: An Education at the New Yorker" by Janet Groth is the story of a young Midwestern woman who landed a job at...
Sandstorm season tough on everyone
February 22nd, 2013
Sandstorm season arrived right on cue this past week.As the gates opened at the New Mexico Ag Expo in Portales the winds began to kick up a little. By noon we were approaching a full-on brow...
Our people: Cartooning for awareness
February 22nd, 2013
Jacob Lee grew up on the Ramon Navajo Reservation in Western New Mexico. Lee said growing up he did not have many of the luxuries his counterparts in other U.S. cities and towns had.
Senior happenings — Feb. 24
February 22nd, 2013
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at La Casa Senior CenterMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los A...
School menus — Feb. 24
February 22nd, 2013
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast Pizza. Lunch — Chicken Taco, seasoned pinto beans, salsa, corn on the cob, orange smiles.Tuesday:...
Lady Cats want no part of playoff
February 21st, 2013
Things have gone along pretty well most of the season for the Clovis High girls basketball team, 24-1 and ranked No. 1 in Class 4-5A.The one blip on the radar, though, came in a six-point lo...
No implications, but tough battle expected
February 21st, 2013
For all of the flair that the Friday Clovis-Hobbs game brings with it, it probably won’t do much to change the postseason direction for either team, with Clovis wrapping up the regular season...
Swimmers eye continuing improvement
February 21st, 2013
As far as improving every year in some aspect, the Clovis High swim team has been on something akin to an eight-year winning streak. That looked to be in jeopardy just prior to this season when thr...
Zias peaking late
February 21st, 2013
Suddenly a player in the battle for a Lone Star Conference tournament berth, Eastern New Mexico University’s women looked like they might lay an egg Wednesday night.The Zias shot 29 pe...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission — Feb. 22
February 21st, 2013
The Clovis City Commission met Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library:The city of Clovis granted EPCOR Water New Mexico Inc an easement to dril...
Landowners want Ned Houk Park prairie dog help
February 21st, 2013
Frustrated landowners from near Ned Houk Park appealed Thursday night to the Clovis City Commission for help battling prairie dog destruction. The landowners detailed the destruction the pra...
VA holds health fair at college
February 21st, 2013
Katrina Goldby said she suffered from post-tramatic stress syndrome about a year after she was deployed to Iraq as a civil affairs officer in 2003 with the U.S. Army. “Loud noises can...
Religion feature: Leader knows group's benefits first-hand
February 21st, 2013
By Benna Sayyed CMI STAFF WRITERbsayyed@cnjonline.comKathy Hammill has sought outside help twice to handle the grief associated with the death of a family member.
Shootings have residents rattled
February 21st, 2013
Mary Apodaca just wants all the violence to end.Apodaca, 73, is a victim in the first of two drive-by shootings that have exploded in Clovis neighborhoods this week.
Source: Former commander in line for post
February 21st, 2013
BRUSSELS — A former Cannon Air Force Base group commander is the likely choice to become commander of all U.S. and NATO forces in Europe, a senior NATO official said Thursday.Gen. Phil...
Their view: 'Victory or Death' screed lives on
February 21st, 2013
William Barret Travis’ “Victory or Death” letter was addressed to “the people of Texas and all Americans.” He wrote in hopes of bringing reinforcements to the doomed A...
Editorial: Night horse races at Expo NM makes sense
February 21st, 2013
The operators of the Downs at Albuquerque are considering nighttime horse races at Expo New Mexico because they believe such evening activities could attract new customers — and more revenue....
Judges shouldn't have final say
February 21st, 2013
I am frequently amazed that more people don’t see the fundamental folly in permitting a branch of the government — the Supreme Court — to claim to have the final say in whether or...
Police blotter: Feb. 22, 2013
February 21st, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Wednesday• 2:11 a.m.: Caller requested a situation check, 2000 block of North Prince St...
Chairs and churches change; Christ doesn't
February 21st, 2013
I was reminded this week once again how fleeting are the material things that we try to hold on to or keep. I bought an old chair from a local shop in town. This particular dealer deals in everythi...
Amos creates a sermon
February 21st, 2013
Editor’s note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can’t operate the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation marks &nda...
Oscars Survey Ballot
February 21st, 2013
Let your movie voice be heard. Submit a ballot here. Winners will be announced in Saturday's paper. To help you decide, the...
Lady Eagles' Sealey signs with FPC
February 20th, 2013
Clovis Christian senior setter McKall Sealey recently signed a national letter of intent to play volleyball next season at Frank Phillips College in Borger, Texas.Sealey helped the Lady Eagl...
Highlands sweeps Zias
February 20th, 2013
Outside of two innings, Eastern New Mexico University’s softball team was pretty competitive on Wednesday.New Mexico Highlands put together an eight-run fourth in the opener and a seve...
Fishing report — Feb. 22
February 20th, 2013
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after t...
Expo-goers seek technology to grow farms
February 20th, 2013
Rancher and farmer Lane Grau of Grady walked up and down the Roosevelt County Fairgrounds Event Arena Wednesday afternoon looking for the newest technology to improve his operation.As drylan...
Police blotter: Feb. 22, 2013
February 20th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Tuesday• 1:01 a.m.: Caller reported a domestic dispute in progress, 1100 block of Edwards Street.&bul...
Education column: Ranchvale 'Cafe' serving students, public alike
February 20th, 2013
Not long ago, Ranchvale Elementary established a “Readers’ Café” in the school gym. Actually, to be more accurate, the third-graders at RV set up the Readers’ Caf&eac...
Clovis City Commission meeting preview: Feb. 22, 2013
February 20th, 2013
The Clovis City Commission will meet 5:15 p.m. Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.Agenda items include:• An introduction of an ordinance to close Eig...
Education feature: School pushes choice
February 20th, 2013
Clovis Christian Schools Superintendent Ladona Clayton believes students should be allowed to attend private schools supported by public funds.The topic was raised earlier this month by Clay...
Editorial: Professor has right to campus, not old status
February 20th, 2013
University of New Mexico professor emeritus F. Chris Garcia, in the clear for now on charges of promoting prostitution via a saucy website called Southwest Companions, is contemplating the reestabl...
Brothers arrested on shooting charges
February 20th, 2013
Two Clovis brothers were arrested Tuesday night after police said they fired shots at a dwelling on North Lea Street, according to a CPD press release.Anthony R. Romo, 22, and Andres Romo Gr...
Domenici acknowledges having son outside marriage
February 20th, 2013
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Former U.S. Sen. Pete Domenici of New Mexico is acknowledging he fathered a son outside his marriage three decades ago. Statements released by the Republican a...
Press release: Two Clovis Men Arrested In Overnight Shooting Incident
February 20th, 2013
(From Clovis police)Clovis – February 19, 2013 – Two Clovis men identified as 22 year-old Anthony R. Romo and 18year-old Andres Romo Granado, brothers, were arr...
Rain recovery system touted
February 19th, 2013
Of all the seminars at this year’s 21st Annual New Mexico Ag Expo, organizers predicted Tuesday’s water harvesting presentation by New Mexico State University’s extension water sp...
Hounds shut out NAIA No. 16 Chaps 3-0
February 19th, 2013
The red-hot Eastern New Mexico University bats were cooled just a bit Tuesday, but the Greyhounds made an early rally stand up.Right-handers Brett Humphries (2-0), Ryan Pruitt and Ryan Boyds...
Zias capture two individual wins at SPC
February 19th, 2013
LEVELLAND, Texas — Freshman Clarissa Salazar and sophomore Breanna Pendleton captured field event wins for the Eastern New Mexico University women’s track team on Saturday in the South...
Lady Cats bury Cavegirls early
February 19th, 2013
In a game that left Clovis girls coach Jeff Reed without complaints, four reached double figures — three Clovis players and the entire Carlsbad Cavegirls team.The Lady Cats came out wi...
Wildcats clinch district regular-season title
February 19th, 2013
The Clovis Wildcats clinched the top seed in next week’s District 4-5A tournament, beating Carlsbad on the road 68-53 Tuesday night.D.J. Blackmon scored 16 points to lead three in doub...
Meetings watch: Curry County Commission — Feb. 20
February 19th, 2013
Curry County Commissioners met 9 a.m. Tuesday at the Clovis Carver Library north annex and considered the following:• Commissioners agreed to hire the American Stewards of Liberty, a no...
Commission hears jail pods option
February 19th, 2013
Curry County commissioners heard the first of several options being considered to combat overcrowding problems at the troubled jail — a presentation from a company Tuesday that manufactures f...
Taking time to rest genuine act of faith
February 19th, 2013
News flash: SABBATH-BREAKING HAS NOT BEEN DOWNGRADED TO A MISDEMEANOR.Oh, for years most of us have heard amateur theologians and Bible “pseudo-scholars” asserting with the kind...
Police Blotter: Feb. 20, 2013
February 19th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Friday•12:31 a.m.: Caller reported a burglar...
Celebrity deserves a little doggin’
February 19th, 2013
Until last week, I’d never written down the word combination, “Dog The Bounty Hunter.” Never watched it, never wrote about it, never thought about it until last week, when Clovis...
Pope Benedict upheld strict moral values
February 19th, 2013
Roman Catholics world-wide have little choice but to accept Pope Benedict XVI’s decision to retire is plausible.The pontiff cites failing strength of mind and body due to o...
Officials: We’re on verge of crisis
February 19th, 2013
Defense Department civilian and military leaders gave full details last week of the readiness crisis unfolding across America’s armed forces, and got back not a whit of reassurance from Congr...
CHS basketball capsules — Feb. 19
February 18th, 2013
BOYSClovis (17-6, 2-0 District 4-5A) at Carlsbad (16-8...
Cats take first district swim team title
February 18th, 2013
CARLSBAD — They have only eight swimmers and always start out behind because of a lack of a diving program.
Maxpreps.com state prep rankings — Feb. 18
February 18th, 2013
BOYSClass 5A1. La Cueva 19-3; 2. Sandi...
ENMU's hot bats blister Highlands
February 18th, 2013
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Eastern New Mexico University’s baseball team might have to get some new bats one of these days. So far, the Greyhounds seem to be burning them up at the plate....
Portales officer disciplined by state board
February 18th, 2013
A recently hired Portales police officer had been suspended for texting sexually explicit messages to a 17-year-old girl while an officer in Lovington.Portales Officer Daniel Gonzalez admitt...
Foster help sought in Clovis
February 18th, 2013
Armanda Varnado said 15 years ago she started to help troubled teenagers in Clovis with food, clothing and shelter and tried to be a positive influence in their life. Varnado became a foster...
Clovis man added to state finance authority
February 18th, 2013
SANTA FE — The Senate has confirmed two board members of the New Mexico Finance Authority, which was entangled in a scandal last year over a fake audit.Clovis businessman Blake Curtis...
Letter to the Editor: Backpack program works with local generosity
February 18th, 2013
Members of the community packed a local restaurant Jan. 31 to raise funds for the Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico. After a night that included dinner, a live auction and individual donations, more...
Ag Expo shows farmers' work and challenges
February 18th, 2013
Surely you’ve seen the bumper sticker that says: “Next time you criticize a farmer, don’t do it with your mouth full.”Those are words of wisdom and we’re remind...
Local show host to conduct workshop
February 18th, 2013
The Small Business Development Center’s first workshop for entrepreneurs features radio and TV personality Pamela Atherton.Called “Come Together: Communicating Effectively with P...
Curry County Cats roll in opener
February 16th, 2013
The Curry County Cats know not every game will be like Saturday’s opener, but they’ll gladly take it.The Cats opened their third season of competition on Saturday night by racing...
San Jon squads sweep CCS
February 16th, 2013
If not for a slow first quarter, Clovis Christian’s boys might have hung with District 2-B rival San Jon on Saturday night at the CCS gym.Senior guard Jacob Benally had three 3-pointer...
Zias absorb three losses in MSU event
February 16th, 2013
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University softball team had two early leads as it tried to salvage one game from the weekend Holiday Inn at The Falls tournament hosted by Midwe...
My Turn — Easy to point, wiser to not
February 16th, 2013
I was probably late to the game in figuring out that our most of our perceptions of others is pretty superficial. A good example are those infamous photos of tackily dressed Wal-Mart pe...
Fans turn out for Dog
February 16th, 2013
Patricia Jones said she showed up to a Clovis High School parking lot to meet her idol — reality television star Duane Chapman, better known as Dog the Bounty Hunter.
In tribute: Coach remembered as father, friend, role model
February 16th, 2013
Harry Miller wasn't a man of many hobbies away from the hardwood."My dad was a basketball coach," youngest son Gary Miller said. "It was basketball. When it's not basketball season, you...
Lady Cats' Sievers signs with ENMU for soccer
February 16th, 2013
Jenna Sievers has played high school soccer in Clovis and Portales, and she’ll stay in the area to continue her career in college.Sievers, a forward, was one of six players signe...
Zias move up in LSC standings with OT win
February 16th, 2013
DENTON, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University women’s basketball team is now positioned for a spot in next month’s eight-team Lone Star Conference tournament.It was har...
Hounds bounce back with sweep of Cowboys
February 16th, 2013
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — After one of the all-time collapses the day before, Eastern New Mexico University’s baseball team did a complete about-face on Saturday.After blowing a 15-0 lea...
Ag Expo dedicated to longtime supporter
February 16th, 2013
The late Frankye King dedicated 20 years to the New Mexico Ag Expo to ensure that it continued to deliver quality information to producers and farmers to better their operations.
Road work this week
February 16th, 2013
Area road construction and closure information for this week:Curry County• Curry County continues to patch potholes on roads throughout the county. Grading and renovation will st...
Meetings watch: Curry County Commission
February 16th, 2013
Curry County Commissioners meet 9 a.m. Tuesday in the north annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library to consider eight action items.The items:• Request approval of budget resolu...
What's happening — Feb. 17
February 16th, 2013
TodayAmerican Red Cross Emergency Medical Response Class — 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., 1400 W. Second St., Suite M, Roswell. Registration $400. Information: 800-733-2767.Clovis Community...
Holiday closings
February 16th, 2013
The following businesses, schools and government agencies will be closed on Feb. 18 on Monday in observance of President's Day.Banks:• American...
Clovis students in running for scholarship
February 16th, 2013
A pair of Clovis High School seniors have been named finalists in the 58th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.According to a release from Clovis Municipal Schools, Lucas Donaldson and...
Police blotter — Feb. 17
February 16th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Thursday• 12:59 a.m.: Caller requested a situation check, 2600 block of Mabry Drive.
Dog the Bounty Hunter to meet fans today
February 16th, 2013
Dog the Bounty Hunter has scheduled a meet-and-greet for fans while he is in Clovis taping a segment for his next television show, according to retiring Clovis bondsman Hank Bayless, who is the subjec...
PHS boys capsule — Feb. 16
February 15th, 2013
Portales (13-9) at Dexter (19-3) When: 7 p.m. todayRadio:
Unassisted triple play can't save Hounds
February 15th, 2013
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Eastern New Mexico University junior second baseman Colton Sims continued his fast start on Friday. Unfortunately, it couldn’t keep the Greyhounds from blowing a 15-0...
Zias drop two games in tourney
February 15th, 2013
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — Blown out 12-0 by Arkansas Tech in its first game on Friday, Eastern New Mexico University’s softball team bounced back with a strong effort against Texas A&M...
ENMU women's capsule — Feb. 16
February 15th, 2013
ENMU (5-18, 4-11 LSC) at Texas Woman’s (6-15, 4-11)When: 1 p.m. (MST)...
Clovis overcomes rough first half to beat Roswell
February 15th, 2013
Even sluggish first halves can’t seem to deter Clovis High’s girls these days.The Lady Wlldcats struggled badly shooting the ball in the first half on Friday night. Leading score...
Curry Cats set for third season
February 15th, 2013
They’re going later, and the competition’s greater.The third season begins for the Curry County Cats in semipro football, with a 6 p.m. Saturday kickoff at Leon Williams Stadium....
Wildcats escape Lubbock with win over Estacado
February 15th, 2013
A drive to Lubbock beats a drive to Wichita Falls, and a win certainly beats a loss.The Clovis Wildcats got the better end of both Friday night, holding off a Matador challenge in the second...
In search of ponies: Lots to learn from what animals leave behind
February 15th, 2013
Gathering round the fossilized lump, the conversation will likely descend into educated speculation ... Certainly it was royalty, perhaps even a demigod, who dined on gem stones fed by faithful com...
McGee: Even paradise has inclement weather
February 15th, 2013
Wind, dust and grit howled all around the home. Finer dust was being forced through the cracks and crevices of the house. This was the opening scene of a movie The Lady of the House and I were watc...
Gun control, drivers' licenses hold spotlight in Legislature
February 15th, 2013
Gun Control and drivers licenses for illegal immigrants continue dominating the spotlight as the 2013 Legislature's 60-day session passes the midway point.
Environmentalists willing to go to mat in name of stewardship
February 15th, 2013
"A small group of activists and celebrities staged a protest in front of the White House to put pressure on Obama to reject the propose crude oil pipeline. The action came ahead of a rally planned...
Club notes — Feb. 17
February 15th, 2013
CCAERCurry County Association of Educational Retirees (CCAER) met Feb. 5 at Furr's Cafeteria. Dianne Davis called the meeting to order. LaNell Leatherwood gave the opening...
On the shelves — Feb. 17
February 15th, 2013
These books are available:Clovis-Carver Public Library"Global Weirdness: Severe Storms, Deadly Heat Waves, Relentless Drought, Rising Seas, and the...
School menus — Feb. 17
February 15th, 2013
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: President's Day - No SchoolTuesday: Breakfast — Banana Bread. Lunch — Goldfish Turkey and...
Senior happenings — Feb. 17
February 15th, 2013
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at La Casa Senior...
Chicken best seen through rose-colored glasses
February 15th, 2013
All you folks out there with the skills to Google things do this for me.First Google "cows wearing glasses" then Google "pigs wearing glasses" finally, try "chickens wearing glasses."
Creative living: Cookies, tropical flowers to be featured
February 15th, 2013
Information on preparing princess cutout cookies and arranging tropical flowers will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.Cookbook authors Kimber...
CHS basketball capsules — Feb. 15
February 14th, 2013
BOYS Clovis (16-6) at Lubbock Estacado (13-17)
ENMU's Sims, McWhorter honored by LSC
February 14th, 2013
RICHARDSON, Texas — Junior second baseman Colton Sims and sophomore thrower Dathan McWhorter of Eastern New Mexico University have earned Lone Star Conference player of the week honors for th...
Amos pursues his sweetheart
February 14th, 2013
Editor’s note: In light of yesterday being Valentine's Day, Amos had several opportunities for reflection on his relationship to Jenny, the cute little mouse next door, and...
Farwell program helps kids relate
February 14th, 2013
Lauren Carpenter said witnessing her parents go through a divorce when she was in junior high was difficult, but she found solace in speaking with children in her church’s youth group....
God's love something to celebrate
February 14th, 2013
Since Valentine's Day was yesterday, all week I have been thinking a lot about the meaning of love. It first came to mind as I was browsing the Valentine's Day aisle at everyone's favorit...
Local cruisers seek return home
February 14th, 2013
Bethany Cota said she is going to make sure her house is clean and spotless as she awaits for her parents to return to their Portales home. After what they’ve been through, she just wants to...
Editorial: Legislators shouldn't change Constitution to avoid tough c...
February 14th, 2013
Here’s a new motto the New Mexico Legislature is trying on for size: When the going gets tough, the not-so-tough dump it on the state Constitution. How else to explain Sena...
Their View: Gun law won't stop criminals
February 14th, 2013
State Rep. Dennis Roch, R-Texico, is among legislators who opposed House Bill 77, which would impose a new requirement for background checks at gun shows. The measure passed and is headed for the S...
Police blotter: Feb. 14, 2013
February 14th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Wednesday• 5:09 a.m.: Caller reported suspicious circumstances, 117 block...
TV bounty hunter in Clovis
February 14th, 2013
Reality television star Duane “Dog” Chapman of “Dog the Bounty Hunter” is in Clovis.Chapman is assisting Clovis bailbondsman Hank Bayless in attempting to capture one...
Man arrested for MLK plaque theft
February 14th, 2013
A Clovis man has been arrested and charged in connection with the theft of a plaque of slain civil rights leader Martin Luther King, Jr., and destruction of the plaque with the intent to sell it fo...
Rights don't change, even if details do
February 14th, 2013
Recently a lot of anti-liberty advocates have tried to justify their opposition to the Second Amendment. They say it is “outdated;” that back when the Bill of Rights...
Fishing report — Feb. 15
February 13th, 2013
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after t...
Zias rout for first two wins of season
February 13th, 2013
Following a nine-game road trip that left them battered and bruised, the Zia softball squad found a familiar get-well card in the University of the Southwest.Junior third baseman Erica Armen...
Landowners: Dryness to blame for lesser prairie-chicken population
February 13th, 2013
Farmers and landowners see the biggest impact on the lesser prairie-chicken population as the one thing that’s out of anyone’s control — drought.It was a sentiment expresse...
Education digest: Choir students earn honors
February 13th, 2013
Choir students from Marshall and Yucca Middle Schools received ratings of superior and excellent on Saturday at the Southeastern New Mexico Music Educators solo and ensemble contest.Twenty-s...
What's happening — Feb. 14
February 13th, 2013
TodayDWI patrols — Clovis Police Department will be conducting DWI saturation patrols within the city of Clovis.Information: 763-9444.
Police blotter — Feb. 14
February 13th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Tuesday• 12:34 a.m.: Caller repor...
Eighth Street closure gets P&Z approval
February 13th, 2013
Curry County met its final hurdle prior to the Clovis City Commission on a request to close Eighth Street between Mitchell and Main streets, and the alley between the Curry County Adult Detention C...
Education column: International flair
February 13th, 2013
Living in our beloved small town in the Southwest, we don’t often encounter other languages in our neck of the woods. There is, however, one exception: The Modern Languages Department at Clov...
Special districts allowed in EPCOG under bylaw changes
February 13th, 2013
The Eastern Plains Council of Governments amended bylaws Wednesday and joined others in opposing the listing of the lesser prairie chicken as a threatened or endangered species.The most sign...
Comprehensive reform anything but amnesty
February 13th, 2013
T he more complex and important the debate, the more likely a single word can sway public opinion, which in turn exerts irresistible pressure on members of Congress who face the voters again soon e...
She always made you feel special
February 13th, 2013
I have known Jane Mauk Hilliard for a few years shy of forever.From the beginning there was no question in my mind that, of all the people she knew, I was her favorite.How could it be...
Pre-schooler's mother: School toilet caused blisters
February 13th, 2013
The mother of a Clovis pre-schooler is warning parents that custodians may be using harmful chemicals to clean public school restrooms. Nellie Aragon said her 5-year-old so...
NM stations issued emergency zombie alerts
February 13th, 2013
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Two New Mexico stations sent out official emergency alerts this week warning people that dangerous zombies were attack...
Bird listing concerns voiced
February 12th, 2013
Roswell — Landowners across eastern New Mexico want to know in the eyes of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service if the life of a bird is more valuable than their right to provide for their fami...
Big third quarter powers Cats past Cavemen
February 12th, 2013
Riding the hot hand of Marcus Arrington, the Carlsbad Cavemen went into the half with a lead and a mind to upset the Clovis Wildcats on their floor.But the Cavemen missed 13 third-quarter sh...
Obama in State of the Union address: Nation stronger
February 12th, 2013
WASHINGTON — Uncompromising and politically emboldened, President Barack Obama urged a deeply divided Congress Tuesday night to embrace his plans to use government money to create jobs and st...
Lady Cats explode for 31-0 run second half
February 12th, 2013
CARLSBAD — For a half, it looked like Carlsbad might give Clovis High’s girls a decent run for their money.Once halftime ended, though, so did the Cavegirls’ party.T...
Text of Obama’s State of the Union address
February 12th, 2013
The text of President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address, released by the White House as prepared for delivery:Mr. Speaker, Mr. Vice President, Members of Congress, fellow citiz...
What's happening _ Feb. 13
February 12th, 2013
TodayAsh Wednesday —11 a.m. and 7 p.m., St. James Episcopal Church, 1117 N. Main St. Information: 763.4638.Eastern Plains Counci...
Filibuster fix yanked away again
February 12th, 2013
Lucy promised; she swore. Don’t worry, Charlie Brown, I’m not going to pull the football away from you. Not like all of the other times I’ve done it before.You and I only h...
Group pushes for ‘veteran’ definition change
February 12th, 2013
Lt. Cmdr. Jack Townsend, a Navy Reserve retiree in Richmond, Va., first became aware a decade ago that he wasn’t considered a military “veteran” under federal law. It&rsquo...
Owners should pony up cost of horse testing
February 12th, 2013
New Mexico’s racino and horse racing industries are hitched at the hip. The racinos need the races to have slots, and the horsemen need a place to run their ponies for prize money.New...
Water committee OK's restaurant conservation campaign
February 12th, 2013
As the snow fell outside Clovis City Hall, members of the water policy advisory committee meeting inside looked ahead to a year where snow or any other precipitation would be anything but a common...
Police blotter — Feb. 13
February 12th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Monday• 12:11 a.m.: Call in refer...
AP source: Body found in rubble of burned cabin
February 12th, 2013
BIG BEAR, Calif. — The extraordinary manhunt for the former Los Angeles police officer suspected of three murders converged Tuesday on a mountain cabin where he was believed to have bar...
Schools open today
February 12th, 2013
The threat of snow in the area was not enough to prompt area school officials to close campuses today.Most area schools, including those in Clovis, Portales, Texico, Melrose and...
CHS basketball capsules — Feb. 11
February 11th, 2013
BOYS Carlsbad (16-6, 1-0 District 4-5A) at Clovis (15-...
Maxprep.com state basketball polls — Feb. 11
February 11th, 2013
BOYS Class 5A1. La Cueva 17-3; 2. Sand...
Samoei, Buchanan pace ENMU
February 11th, 2013
ALBUQUERQUE — Senior Isaiah Samoei led a 2-5 Eastern New Mexico University finish in the men’s mile run while junior Brittany Buchanan paced a 3-6 showing for the Zias in the women&rsqu...
Hounds finish series sweep of Grizzlies
February 11th, 2013
For all the video game-style stats the Eastern New Mexico University offense put up over the weekend, sophomore Ryan Boydstun and junior Kyle Kesmarki made sure the pitching staff was heard from as...
What's happening — Feb. 12
February 11th, 2013
TodayBlood Drive — 9 a.m.-1:45 p.m., Clovis Community College. Information: 769-4154.Curry County Republican Women — 11:30 a.m., Dakota&r...
Dual-credit schools worth state funding
February 11th, 2013
Here’s an impressive statistic — a high school without one dropout. The 3-year- old Arrowhead Park Early College High School, part of the Las Cruces Public Schools district, claims that...
Motor carrier deregulation needed
February 11th, 2013
The Rio Grande Foundation recently completed a report in which it analyzed dozens of state regulations that are holding back our economy.The need for deregulation has never been more apparen...
Area expecting 2 to 4 inches of snowfall
February 11th, 2013
The Portales and Clovis area is expected to receive about 2 to 4 inches of snow by this morning, according to Accuweather.com, but school and city officials say that is a tale that has been cried o...
Local priest credits pope’s strength during tough times
February 11th, 2013
Pope Benedict XVI used only a few words in Latin to do what no pope has done in 600 years — he resigned.Father Carlos Chavez, priest at Sacred Heart Catholic Community Church, believes...
Police blotter — Feb. 12
February 11th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Friday• 12.25 a.m.: Caller report...
Everybody's Business: SBA guaranteed loans
February 11th, 2013
This month’s article focuses on Small Business Administration guaranteed loans for small business startups or expansions. The general small business or 7(a) loan program is the SBA&rsq...
Some thoughts on Valentine’s Day and love
February 11th, 2013
Uh oh. It seems that the date for this column should probably indicate its content. Rats! If the whole thing reads like it was written by a Valentine’s Day grinch, I should just plead guilty....
Pope Benedict XVI resigns
February 11th, 2013
An interactive timeline of the life of Pope Benedict XVI, who announced today he will resign at the end of the month. Also includes a look at the oldest popes in history.
MSU posts win over Zias, pads LSC lead
February 9th, 2013
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — Sophomore forward Andrea Carter poured in a season-high 21 points Saturday night and Midwestern State extended its winning streak to 11 and avenged its most recent loss...
Midwestern State snaps Hounds' 4-game win streak
February 9th, 2013
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — Midwestern State got a career-high 24 points from senior guard Kevin Grayer and used a 13-0 first-half run to take control en route to an 83-72 Lone Star Conference men...
Zias' rally against UCO falls short
February 9th, 2013
ABILENE, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s softball team threw a bit of a scare into 16th-ranked Central Oklahoma on Saturday, but the Zias left Abilene still looking for their fi...
Clovis' Brown finds home at UNM
February 9th, 2013
While at Clovis High, Antiesha Brown was sought by the two closest Division I schools nearest her home as Texas Tech and the University of New Mexico pursued the Lady Wildcats’ standout.
Hounds sweep Adams State in season-opening doubleheader
February 9th, 2013
For Eastern New Mexico University, it was a promising start to the baseball season.For Adams State College, well, the Grizzlies almost pulled one out in their first competition in more than...
Minimum wage choice belongs to individuals
February 9th, 2013
The New Mexico Legislature is kicking around a proposal to increase the state’s minimum wage.Tell us again why the government is involved in a decision that should be left up to busine...
Jaelyn puts problems in perspective
February 9th, 2013
For perspective about my problems, I think of 9-year-old Jaelyn Jimenez of Portales. She goes to Lubbock for weekly blood transfusions and chemotherapy for leukemia.She endures a...
Solidarity needed on prairie chicken front
February 9th, 2013
I have attended several meetings with fellow elected officials from eastern New Mexico concerning the proposed listing of the lesser prairie chicken as a threatened species under the Endangered Spe...
Nursing degree bill introduced
February 9th, 2013
Sen. Stuart Ingle, R-Portales, has introduced a bill for the appropriation of funds to create a new master's degree in nursing education program at Eastern New Mexico University.SB 216 will...
Developer hoping to upgrade apartment complex
February 9th, 2013
Just a little east of the Roy Walker Recreation Center, and just south of Clovis City Hall, isn't exactly what anybody would consider a prime living area, but a developer with a history in the reg...
Undersheriff: Sheriff's office won't support firearms ban
February 9th, 2013
Roosevelt County Sheriff Darren Hooker is not alone in his stated refusal to enforce any federal gun ban, including assault weapons.Curry County Undersheriff Wesley Waller says Sheriff Matt...
Dental offices contributing to Children's Dental Health Month
February 9th, 2013
February is National Children's Dental Health Month.
What's happening — Feb. 10
February 9th, 2013
TodayThe Shadow Box — 2 p.m. Mainstage, University Theater Center at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales. Admission $5 and free for ENMU students. Contact Shirlene Peters. Infor...
Weekly update — Feb. 10
February 9th, 2013
State Supreme Court to hear appeal of indictmentThe New Mexico Supreme Court will hear an appeal filed by Clovis attorney Kirk Chavez that challenges the grand jury indictme...
Road work this week
February 9th, 2013
Area road construction and closure information for this week:Curry CountyCurry County continues to patch potholes on roads throughout the county. Gra...
Police conducting saturation patrols
February 9th, 2013
The Clovis Police department will conduct DWI saturation patrols on Saturday, Thursday and Feb. 22 in the city of Clovis. Officers will be specifically targeting drunken and drug-impaired drivers.
Local schools awarded
February 9th, 2013
La Casita Elementary, Lockwood Elementary and Clovis High School Freshman Academy recently received the Title III Exemplary award from the state public education department, according to a Clovis M...
Chamber membership directory available
February 9th, 2013
The 2013 Clovis-Curry County Chamber community profile and membership directory is now available at the chamber of commerce, 105 E. Grand.The community profile includes information on Clovis...
Police blotter — Feb. 10
February 9th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls:Thursday• 12:04 a.m.: Caller reported a rape, 800 block of Wa...
Rams swipe district opener
February 8th, 2013
RUIDOSO — Following a pre-district season full of comebacks that fell short, the Portales Rams did just enough Friday night when it mattered most.The visiting Rams rode a balanced effo...
Clovis holds off Hobbs 61-59
February 8th, 2013
The Clovis Wildcats know they’re by no means in the driver’s seat in District 4-5A. But they are out of Ralph Tasker Arena with a win, and that’s a good Friday night by their stan...
Lady Cats avenge only loss of season
February 8th, 2013
Suffice it to say, the anticipated showdown never materialized.Guards Niki Cordova and Danni Williams hit back-to-back 3-pointers early in the second quarter Friday night and the Class 5A to...
Ranchers, officials predict rising beef prices
February 8th, 2013
A shortage of beef blamed on the worst drought in a half century will likely mean higher prices at the supermarket checkout across eastern New Mexico.
Logan man faces criminal abortion charges
February 8th, 2013
A Logan man accused of beating his six-months pregnant girlfriend is facing criminal abortion charges, according to Tenth Judicial District Attorney Tim Rose.Rose said the Feb. 1 attack has...
McGee: Open sewer brings back memories
February 8th, 2013
I came home from work the other evening to find The Lady of the House, the grandson and our cats staring out the back window, flashing yellow lights reflecting off the glass. The lights were attach...
In search of ponies: Variety of apps aid search for, ownership of dogs
February 8th, 2013
Perhaps the ideal has always been one of those tough dogs, you know, the intelligent looking kind that stands above the knee and has that reserved air of authority that makes its human feel good on...
ENMU basketball capsules — Feb. 9
February 8th, 2013
MEN ENMU (10-11, 7-6 Lone Star Conference) at Midweste...
ACU denies Zias' bid for first win
February 8th, 2013
ABILENE, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University softball team got relatively close to breaking its season-opening losing streak on Friday. Then the roof fell in.Host Abilene Christi...
Government transparency: Public payroll data available
February 8th, 2013
In an effort to improve government transparency throughout New Mexico, the Rio Grande Foundation has requested and published payroll data for the 35 largest cities throughout New Mexico and all 33...
Our people — Sharing knowledge
February 8th, 2013
Jay Carpenter said he joined the Air Force at age 23 because he was tired of working dead end jobs in his hometown. Carpenter said he was also attracted to the military's opportunities in training...
School menus — Feb. 10
February 8th, 2013
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — French toast. Lunch — Meat and cheese nachos, garden salad and ranch, mini carrots, applesauce.Tuesday: Break...
Senior happenings — Feb. 10
February 8th, 2013
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m., dance at La Casa Senior...
On the shelves — Feb. 10
February 8th, 2013
These book are available for checkout at the:Clovis-Carver Public LibraryBombshell: Explosive Medical Secrets t...
Anniversaries — Feb. 10
February 8th, 2013
SnipesDennis and RaDonna Snipes celebrated their 50th anniversary on Feb. 8. They were married Feb. 8, 1963, in Clovis, where they have lived and raised their children. RaDo...
Engagements — Feb. 10
February 8th, 2013
Garrett/SteenSkip and Ginger Garrett of Clovis announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Abigail Garrett of Panhandle, Texas, to Jason Steen, of Pa...
Weddings — Feb. 10
February 8th, 2013
Potter/WalkerChrista L. Potter and Chris M. Walker of Leander, Texas, were joined in marriage on Dec. 1, 2012, at Mercury Hall, Austin, Texas.The bride is the daughte...
Reunions — Feb. 10
February 8th, 2013
USS Iwo JimaThe USS Iwo Jima (LPH2/LHD7) shipmates Organization's Reunion is scheduled Oct. 2-6 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in San Diego. For more information call (757) 723-...
Club notes — Feb. 10
February 8th, 2013
Cloud Rainy Day Extension ClubThe Cloud Rainy Day Extension Club will meet 1:30 p.m. on Feb. 13 at Muffley’s Back Door. Lucille Johnson will host the Valentine party a...
Fine-tune your internal truth detector
February 8th, 2013
"It ain't what you don't know that gets you into trouble. It's what you know for sure that just ain't so." Mark Twain from website: Brainy Quotes.The quotation, so applicable in the ti...
Creative living — Feng Shui, hanging pictures to be featured
February 8th, 2013
Information on creating new space in a garage, providing a Feng Shui atmosphere in the home, and hanging pictures correctly will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" on 9:30 p.m. Tuesday a...
Store owner’s daughter light of my life
February 8th, 2013
Things haven't been the same the last 32 years. Thank goodness.This Valentine's Day 32 years ago I wound up devastated and home alone after I was thrown over for the night on the premise t...
Lady Cats seek revenge
February 7th, 2013
The Clovis Lady Wildcats have been nearly perfect this season. They get a chance to even the score tonight against the one team that’s beaten them.Class 5A top-ranked CHS (20-1) opens...
Cats tackle Hobbs
February 7th, 2013
Winning the regular-season championship in District 4-5A, with three teams, is a pretty simple endeavor — first to three wins gets it.Carlsbad has one, and Clovis will look for its fir...
Landowners concerned prairie-chicken status could affect business
February 7th, 2013
Landowners say the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is not considering one of the largest factors in its decision whether to list the lesser prairie-chicken as threatened: The economic impact it woul...
Police Blotter: Feb. 8, 2013
February 7th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Wednesday• 2:31 a.m.: Caller reported a intoxicated driver, near Hull Stre...
Animal rescue group seeks fee waiver
February 7th, 2013
A group that rescued nearly 100 animals from the Clovis Animal Shelter in 2012, thus preventing their euthanization, asked the Clovis City Commission to look into a reduction of adoption fees for a...
Meetings Watch: Clovis City Commission, Feb. 7, 2013
February 7th, 2013
The Clovis City Commission met Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.All commissioners were present.During the meeting:• The commission agreed to...
Commission OK's sale of BHSI assets
February 7th, 2013
A cosmetics company that the city invested $1.8 million into in hopes of creating hundreds of jobs appears to be set for sale, with a price tag of around one-third the investment.With little...
Backing arts wise use of tax dollars
February 7th, 2013
Santa Fe is one of the largest art markets in America. Taos is also world renowned for its artists and galleries. Recently, it was reported that the arts contribute $300 million a year to Al...
Don’t wait to stand up for rights
February 7th, 2013
How many times have you wished others would “wake up” and realize the importance of some issue? Probably as many times as I have.Libertarian author L. Neil Smith poi...
Elected regents won’t improve universities
February 7th, 2013
It’s just what New Mexico doesn’t need: More down-ballot races or low-turnout elections that politicize important decision-making positions at complex institutions.Yet that...
Zias creep closer to playoff berth
February 6th, 2013
After going the entire season to this point without a double-double, Eastern New Mexico University’s women nearly had three in one game Wednesday night.Freshman post Nelsha Peterson ma...
Fishing Report — Feb. 7
February 6th, 2013
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered...
ENMU adds 33 recruits
February 6th, 2013
It was a light day for local prep athletes on National Signing Day, but it was a pretty big one for Eastern New Mexico University football.The Greyhounds added 33 athletes on Wednesday, the...
Hounds get late heroics again
February 6th, 2013
Say one thing for Eastern New Mexico University’s Rodney Blackmon — he’s not afraid to take the big shot.For the third time this season, the junior guard from Los Angeles t...
Clovis police expecting arrests in stolen plaque case
February 6th, 2013
Clovis police are expecting charges being filed soon in connection to the theft and destruction of a bronze plaque of slain civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.Chief Steve Sanders said...
City manager says golf course management firm asking for ‘significan...
February 6th, 2013
An email circulating through the city is asking residents to voice objections to possible renegotiation of a contract for management of the city-owned Colonial Park Golf Course.“We hav...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission — Feb. 7
February 6th, 2013
The Clovis City Commission will meet 5:15 p.m. Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.Agenda items include:• A 4:45 p.m. executive session.•...
Reputed Clovis mystery man liked it that way
February 6th, 2013
More than three years after an anonymous “cowboy” dropped $10,000 worth of gold coins into a Salvation Army Christmas kettle, his identity remains unknown.This is the story of on...
If only I could make a decision
February 6th, 2013
We are doing a little remodeling work on our house right now, including improvements to a tiny bathroom carved long years ago from a bedroom. When this house was first built, lif...
What's happening — Feb. 7
February 6th, 2013
TodayAccolade Home Care: Heart Health Care Screening — 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Friendship Senior Center, 901 West 13th Street.Information: 763-3...
Police: Two men being held in armed robbery
February 6th, 2013
Two Clovis men accused of breaking into a home late Tuesday and robbing the owner at gunpoint are now behind bars facing felony charges, according to Clovis Police.According to court records...
Police blotter — Feb. 7
February 6th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Tuesday• 7:26 a.m.: Caller reported narcotics in the area, 1900 block of N...
Education column: Second-grade surprise
February 6th, 2013
Recently at Sandia Elementary, Josie Paquette’s second-graders traveled around the world on their International Day and learned all sorts of things about different cultures, as well as about...
ENMU National Letter of Intent list
February 6th, 2013
PORTALES, N.M. — Eastern New Mexico University Football Coach Josh Lynn has annou...
Press release: Armed robbery at gunpoint
February 6th, 2013
(From Clovis police)A local man identified as 62 year-old Raymond Villa was robbed at gunpoint of jewelry and his 60” television last night at approximately 11:45 pm in the 700 block o...
Rams beat Texico on final shot again
February 5th, 2013
If nothing else, the Texico Wolverines are getting used to last-second finishes.Playing their third one-point game in five nights, this time the ball bounced against the Wolverines, who won...
Cats win final pre-district tuneup
February 5th, 2013
LOVINGTON — The Clovis Wildcats never got quite into rhythm Tuesday night. But they did get a win.The Wildcats jumped out early on the Class 3A Lovington Wildcats, claiming a 67-60 win...
Kyle Snider handily beats Max Best in lone contested Clovis race
February 5th, 2013
In school board races marked mostly by unopposed candidates, some of the Tuesday contested elections weren’t much of a contest either.The Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education wi...
By the numbers — January building licenses
February 5th, 2013
A look at building reports issued by the city of Clovis in January. 1 — New commercial permits filed. The lone permit was also by Montego, for a clubhouse...
Meetings watch — Curry County Commission
February 5th, 2013
Curry County Commissioners met Tuesday at the Clovis Carver Library north annex and took the following action:• Created a committee to address concerns about the cost of allowing local...
Business licenses — Feb. 6
February 5th, 2013
The following business licenses were obtained in January from the city of Clovis : Lees WeldingType: WeldingOwner:
Police blotter: Feb. 6
February 5th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Monday• 6:22 a.m.: Caller requested public assistance, 2100 block of North Martin Luthe...
ENMU basketball capsules — Feb. 6
February 5th, 2013
MENCameron (12-6, 8-4 Lone Star Conference) at ENMU (9...
Christ’s unfailing love is still his gift whenever we fail
February 5th, 2013
The Apostle Peter was about to foul up. And not just a little.Any Christian with an ounce of spiritual sensitivity knows that we all “deny” Christ whenever we choose for self and...
2013 is the year of Bill Murray
February 5th, 2013
With each passing year, the things I am certain of grow a little bit more:• The best grilled cheese sandwiches are made with white bread, but the best peanut butter and jelly sandwiches...
Bar should be raised on PRC qualifications
February 5th, 2013
Last November, 542,928 New Mexicans voted to have the Legislature increase the qualifications to serve on the Public Regulation Commission.In no uncertain terms, 80 percent of the voti...
Sequestration scare tactic failed
February 5th, 2013
Congressional leaders appear to have reached consensus that it is safer politically to allow deep and arbitrary cuts to military budgets than it is to negotiate a large debt-reduction deal that wou...
CHS swimmers add qualifying marks for state
February 4th, 2013
ALBUQUERQUE — Clovis High’s swimmers picked up a few more state qualifiers in the APS Invitational on Saturday, hosted by West Mesa H.S.The CHS boys earned five new state-qualify...
School board elections sample ballot
February 4th, 2013
The following are candidates in Curry County school board elections Tuesday. Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m.Clovis Municipal Schools
Judge: Texas school finance plan unconstitutional
February 4th, 2013
AUSTIN, Texas — The system Texas uses to fund public schools violates the state’s constitution by not providing enough money to school districts and failing to distribute the money in a...
Duplex fire under investigation
February 4th, 2013
Clovis Fire Department officials are continuing to investigate the cause of a Friday afternoon duplex fire in the 800 block of Hinkle Street.No injuries were reported, but Capt. Allan Silver...
CCC displays Taos pioneer art
February 4th, 2013
The paintings of pioneer Taos artists are on exhibit at the Eula Mae Edwards Museum and Gallery at Clovis Community College. The exhibit showcases work from some of the earliest Taos artists...
Gay ban up in air for scouts
February 4th, 2013
Mark Gromley says the controversy surrounding the Boy Scouts of America and its policy regarding the ban on gay members strays away from what the organization is about.Gromley, president of...
ENMU spring enrollment record set
February 4th, 2013
Eastern New Mexico University has another record enrollment.A university news release reports 5,222 students enrolled for the spring semester. “This is an increase of 2.7 percen...
A&M International posts 4-3 win over Zias
February 4th, 2013
SAN ANTONIO — A seventh-inning rally cme up short on Sunday and Eastern New Mexico University’s softball team dropped its fifth consecutive game in the season-opening NCAA Division II C...
ENMU tracksters compete in Texas Tech
February 4th, 2013
LUBBOCK — Senior Isaiah Samoei and sophomore Kaspars Briska went 3-5 in the men’s 3,000-meter run in Texas Tech’s season-openng Red Raider Open track meet, ENMU’s firs...
CHS boys basketball capsule — Feb. 5
February 4th, 2013
Clovis (13-6) at Lovington (7-14)7 p.m. today...
Residents weigh in on which ad was "Super"
February 4th, 2013
Never mind the game. What was your favorite Super Bowl commercial? A few area reactions: David Garcia, 40, assistant manager at a Clovis pizza restaurant:...
Bus driver reports student carrying gun
February 4th, 2013
TUCUMCARI — New Mexico State Police are investigating an incident involving a teenager accused of possessing a firearm at Tucumcari Middle School.On Jan. 29, a bus driver who had compl...
Police Blotter: Feb. 5, 2013
February 4th, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Friday• 7:18 a.m.: Caller reported a burglar...
Briefs: City plans town hall event
February 4th, 2013
The city of Clovis will host a town hall meeting at 6 p.m. Feb. 28 at the Clovis Civic Center. “The purpose of the community visioning event is to hear from Clovis’ residents reg...
Bus driver reports Tucumcari student with gun
February 4th, 2013
New Mexico State Police are investigating an incident involving a teenager accused of possessing a firearm at Tucumcari Middle School.On Jan. 29, a bus driver who had completed his route&nbs...
Lady Cats tune up for Hobbs
February 2nd, 2013
Roswell Goddard’s girls played Clovis High close, but only for about three minutes.The Lady Wildcats went on an 18-0 run to break a 6-6 tie and cruised to their 14th consecutive victor...
ENMU baseball team gears for opener
February 2nd, 2013
With a year under their collective belts, second-year Eastern New Mexico University baseball coach Chris Terry believes he and his returning players have a better feel for things in the Lone Star C...
Foes' big innings do in Zias
February 2nd, 2013
SAN ANTONIO — Big innings plagued the ENMU softball team on Saturday.Texas-Permian Basin got a two-run single froom Teleas Marble and a two-run double from Chelsey Morgan in a five-run...
Long time coming
February 2nd, 2013
It’s been a while since Eastern New Mexico University’s women last won a game, or Abilene Christian had lost one.Even longer was the run the Wildcats were on against ENMU —...
Hounds hold off hard-luck ACU
February 2nd, 2013
Things have changed in a matter of weeks for Eastern New Mexico University in the Lone Star Conference. They’ve gone the other way in a matter of possessions for the Abilene Christian Wildcat...
Candidate Q&As: Clovis school board
February 2nd, 2013
The following are profiles of candidates in contested races for the Clovis Municipal Schools board. The election is Tuesday.Clovis
Ravens win — by divine intervention
February 2nd, 2013
Here are a few tidbits to prep you for today’s 47th Super Bowl in New Orleans’ Superdome:• Kickoff between the Baltimore Ravens and San Francisco 49ers is at 4:30 p.m....
By George, that must be right
February 2nd, 2013
“Mr. President, sir, Mr. President!” The nervous but earnest young reporter catches up to George Washington as the statesman is about to step into the Erstwhile Inn for an appointment w...
Alcohol sales shouldn’t be limited by state
February 2nd, 2013
N ew Mexico fancies itself a business-friendly state. But it doesn’t always act like one. A state senator is trying to improve our image and return a business decision to t...
Prairie chicken listing solution sought
February 2nd, 2013
People wonder how one bird has landowners and wildlife experts in a frenzy, but it’s not necessarily the bird itself that’s causing all the ruckus, but the potential of its extinction.
Program aims to clean, restore areas of city
February 2nd, 2013
Rina Chavez and her sister Sonia wondered where the music was Saturday morning as they splashed paint on the railing surrounding Dennis Chavez Park.
What's happening — Feb. 3
February 2nd, 2013
MondayChili Dinner — 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch and 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Dinner, 1117 North Main Street. St. James Episcopal Church. Eat-in or eat-out. $8 tickets and Free for chil...
City website getting makeover
February 2nd, 2013
The city of Clovis website, located at cityofclovis.org, proclaims it is "a city on the move." The website design hasn't changed much over the last decade, with a text- and link-heavy page and o...
Road work this week
February 2nd, 2013
Area road construction and closure information for this week:Curry County• Curry County continues to patch potholes on roads throughout the coun...
Meetings watch: Curry County Commission
February 2nd, 2013
Curry County commissioners meet 9 a.m. Tuesday at the Clovis-Carver Library’s north annex with just three action items on the agenda.Those items:• A request to approve agre...
Police blotter — Feb. 3
February 2nd, 2013
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Thursday• 12:33 a.m.: Caller requested a situation check, near 13th and Lea streets.• 1:23 a.m.: Call in ref...
Clovis runs past Hope Christian
February 1st, 2013
If his 9-for-9 night at the free throw line or his third-quarter dunk were any indication, senior Drew Cole found his Friday night a lot easier when there wasn’t a defender between him and th...
Lady Cats clobber Artesia
February 1st, 2013
ARTESIA — Clovis High’s girls used a fast start Friday night to breeze to their 13th consecutive victory.Sophomore guard Danni Williams scored 28 points and the Lady Wildcats bui...
Sample ballots — School board elections
February 1st, 2013
Sample ballots for Tuesday’s school board elections in Curry and Roosevelt counties. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Curry County
New ENMU track coach keys on strengths
February 1st, 2013
First-year coach Mike Barbee says he plans to bring a bit of a new approach to Eastern New Mexico University track — hit your best events and hit them hard.The Greyhounds and Zias are...
Souper eats
February 1st, 2013
There is Super Bowl Sunday. But for eastern New Mexico, the warm-up is today’s Salvation Army Souper Bowl.The annual fundraiser offers an enticing array of homemade and slow simmered s...
Senior Happenings — Feb. 3
February 1st, 2013
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at La Casa Senior CenterMonday: 1 p...
Zias drop pair in season-opening tourney
February 1st, 2013
SAN ANTONIO — Brianna Bozon hit a two-out, two-run double in the second inning and pinch-hitter Faith Roberts delivered a two-out, two-run single in the fourth on Friday as St. Edward’s...
School Menus — Feb. 3
February 1st, 2013
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Chicken Nuggets, green beans, grape tomatoes...
Creative Living — Gadgetry, ‘clean’ food to be featured
February 1st, 2013
Information on making a kindle cozy, preparing and serving “clean” food and different ways to use grapefruit sections will be the featured topics on “Creative Living”...
On the Shelves — Feb. 3
February 1st, 2013
The following books are available at the: Clovis-Carver Public Library Deat...
Children’s TV morals a concern
February 1st, 2013
The plot of the show was, on the surface, pretty sordid. That actually holds true for all of the several plots going on at the same time. Not sordid in the Nancy Grace sense, or the SVU sens...
Club Notes — Feb. 3
February 1st, 2013
The Altrusa International, Inc. Club of Portales met Jan. 28, with President Nellie Dyer along with 17 members and five guests, Amie Griffith, Aida Smith, Amberlynn Mauldin, Mary Bell Cota an...
Navigation easier than old days
February 1st, 2013
I guess I now have a vehicle with navigation. More accurately, I figured out my smart phone has a navigation app that actually works pretty good.With the hands-free device I bought with Chri...
Clovis man gets prison for 2011 sexual assault
February 1st, 2013
CLOVIS — A Clovis man has been convicted in a sexual assault case and sentenced to five years in prison.A Curry County jury Friday found 27-year-old Mar...
Fire causes major damage to apartments
February 1st, 2013
Clovis firefighters responded to a call about 4:30 p.m. Friday at 803 Hinkle to find heavy flames and smoke coming from an apartment, according to Dale Hand, battalion chief at Clovis Fire Station...
MLK plaque recovered in 'pieces' at recycling facility
February 1st, 2013
Less than two weeks after Clovis residents celebrated Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy, a plaque located in a city park was stolen and found destroyed Friday morning.Clovis Police Chief...
In Search of Ponies: Animal legislation
February 1st, 2013
Dog breeds, dog bites, homes for retired K-9s and animal killing contests are some of the animal-related issues that have made their way to the state legislature this year.Regardless of one&...
Grant McGee: When eyes roll
February 1st, 2013
“You and I are going to take out the hearth in front of the fireplace,” said The Lady of the House. She loves home improvement projects.I rolled my eyes.“It’s...
Video - Understanding the big game
February 1st, 2013
Gridiron 101: Football fundamentalsTwo-minute Drill Football Basics
If space shuttle is doomed, do you tell the crew?
February 1st, 2013
WASHINGTON — A NASA top official wrestled with what he thought was a hypothetical question: What should you tell the astronauts of a doomed space shuttle Columbia?When the NASA officia...
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