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Fishing report — Aug. 30
August 29th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after t...
Local organization makes, sends fleece blankets to deployed troops
August 30th, 2012
Warmth from Home blankets are made in haste but also made in love for military troops overseas.
Clovis advances to semis
August 31st, 2012
It wasn’t pretty, but the Clovis Lady Wildcats are in the semifinals of their invitational tournament.Clovis struggled with District 4-5A rival Hobbs before pulling out a 25-27, 25-18,...
Wildcats romp to put Roanhaus alone at top
August 31st, 2012
As junior Steven Beckum plunged into the end zone, the cannon exploded for one final time Friday night in the south end zone of Leon Williams Stadium, and the only head coach Clovis has known since...
Robertson rallies to beat Rams in OT
August 31st, 2012
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Dominic Lucero scored on a 3-yard run in overtime Friday night, giving Las Vegas Robertson a 13-7 win over the Portales Rams in the season opener for both teams.
Holiday planner
August 31st, 2012
The end of summer is officially Sept. 23, but the ceremonial ending always feels like Labor Day — one last chance to get out, and forget there's work piled up once the week starts.&nb...
Wildcats split pair of matches in Las Cruces tourney
August 31st, 2012
LAS CRUCES — The Clovis High girls soccer team waited until the last minute on Friday, but it was worth it.Junior Carrie Sharp took a throw-in from senior Jenna Sievers with about a mi...
Prep football capsules
August 31st, 2012
New Mexico School for Deaf 56, CCS 0• Records: NMSD 1-0, Clovis Christian 0-1• Difference:...
Hounds win soccer opener
August 31st, 2012
WICHITA, Kan. — Senior defender Michael Stewart scored less than five minutes into the second half Friday night and the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer held on for a 2-1 vict...
Zias split in first day of WT tourney
August 31st, 2012
CANYON, Texas — Eastern New Mexico University’s volleyball team opened its season on Friday with a split in the Lady Buff Classic, hosted by West Texas A&M at The Box.The Zia...
McGee: I’ve always been about easy money
August 31st, 2012
Believe it or not, I once sold cosmetics door to door for "that Famous Cosmetics Company." I'm deliberately obfuscating the name because I don't know if it's legally safe to just come right ou...
In search of ponies: Animal messages can be messy
August 31st, 2012
Sometimes things are just plain misleading.Take, for instance, a BBC video titled "Giant panda does handstand."Oh sure, it's a film following a giant panda around the woods, and ye...
Collins rides strong finish to invite win
August 31st, 2012
Clovis High’s Brittany Collins didn’t know what to expect in Friday’s Clovis Invitational cross country meet at Ned Houk Park.Collins, who ran only the final four meets of...
Hounds start Lynn era on road
August 31st, 2012
Josh Lynn is eager for his first game as Eastern New Mexico University’s football coach.The Greyhounds open the 2012 season with a 6 p.m. kickoff today against New Mexico Highlands at...
Officer cleared in fatal shooting
August 31st, 2012
State police officer Bryan Conner told investigators he heard two clicks that sounded like Benjamin Selgado had pulled the trigger of a loaded .38 caliber handgun pointed at him before the officer...
Wildcats win opener in Los Alamos tourney
August 31st, 2012
Johan Rascon scored twice, and the Clovis High boys soccer team opened tournament play with a 3-1 win Friday over Goddard in Los Alamos.The Wildcats (2-2) face either Belen or tournament hos...
Prep football scoreboard
August 31st, 2012
FridayAll times MDTClovis 55, Santa Fe Capital 0Las Vegas Robertson 13, Portales 7 OTFloyd/Elida 28, Springer 20, finalTexico 12...
Amtrak officials mulling passenger service through Clovis
August 31st, 2012
There's a remote possibility Amtrak could reroute passenger service through Clovis sometime within the next four years, according to a railroad spokesman.Amtrak spokesman Marc Magliari said...
Cats set to face Jaguars
August 31st, 2012
One way or another, Bill Moon planned to be in Clovis tonight for the victory that puts Eric Roanhaus on top of New Mexico prep history.“I wouldn’t miss this game for the world,&...
Thursday area prep capsules — Aug. 31
August 30th, 2012
ThursdayTexico 3, Lubbock Christian 1Texico 25 19 25 27
CHS to host invitational
August 30th, 2012
With several spots to fill from last year, Clovis High cross country coach Mike Hankins isn’t sure what to expect today when his teams open the season with the Clovis Invitational at Ned Houk...
CHS Invitational volleyball tournament capsule
August 30th, 2012
When: Today and SaturdayWhere: Rock Staubus GymNumber of teams in field: 12Format: Two pools of six teams ea...
Zias drop first of two Hawaii clashes
August 30th, 2012
KANEOHE, Hawaii — Sophomore defender Alexia Cameau scored one goal and assisted on the other Thursday as Hawaii Pacific posted a 2-0 victory over Eastern New Mexico University in the women&rs...
Hounds beset with early-season injuries
August 30th, 2012
Winning its first Lone Star Conference championship last fall didn’t seem to earn the Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer squad much respect.The Greyhounds were picked for...
Zias eye berth in LSC tourney
August 30th, 2012
Longtime Eastern New Mexico University volleyball coach Mike Maguire is pretty sure the Zias will be better than they were a year ago.“I think we’re better,” he said, &ldqu...
Laws create excuse for meddling
August 30th, 2012
Even if you could make murder rare by banning or regulating guns and knives, it would still not be right to violate the fundamental right of every human to own and to carry whatever type of weapon...
Interim coaches lead ENMU harriers
August 30th, 2012
Casey Blevins and Danielle Jones are familiar with Eastern New Mexico University’s cross country program, having run in it only a couple of years ago.With coach Mike Harney leaving jus...
Editorial: Here’s to heroes and entrepreneurs in Clovis, Portales
August 30th, 2012
Why name our streets after things or events few people either have heard of or remember today, when we can name them after local heroes from our past?We salute Cannon Air Force Base official...
A View From Under the Pew: An artist's strange family tree
August 30th, 2012
Editor’s note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can’t operate the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation marks —...
Religion feature: Bible group reaches out to Millennials
August 30th, 2012
Rick Wilcher, a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Portales, joked and laughed with other church members Thursday night before beginning their evening Bible study on the book of Revelation....
Re-shift focus of spiritual vision to Christ
August 30th, 2012
Memphis, Tenn., holds fond memories for me. During my childhood, our family made many visits to relatives who lived in the area. So it was during my early years that I began to develop an affinity...
Shelburne: A page from an old sermon stands test of time
August 30th, 2012
For a lover of the Word and words, a preacher-type who loves anything good and beautiful set in type, you just couldn't find a better Christmas gift than one I received over a decade ago and am st...
Clovis Police Department to conduct DWI patrols
August 30th, 2012
The Clovis Police Department will be conducting DWI saturation patrols in Clovis on Sunday and Monday, and on Sept. 2, 7, 8, 15, 22 and 28, according to a news release from Clovis police. Officers...
Clovis Christian High School gets laptops
August 30th, 2012
Clovis Christian High School received 20 laptop computers Tuesday from the Bank of Clovis, according to Clovis Christian Schools Superintendent LaDona Clayton. Clayton said each junior...
Public Record — Aug. 31
August 30th, 2012
The following marriage licenses were compiled from court records from Aug. 16 through Wednesday: Alex Joe Urban, 23, to Erica Adriana Nanez, 22, both of ClovisNimrob...
Police Blotter — Aug. 31
August 30th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Wednesday1:24 a.m.: Caller heard footsteps coming from a vacan...
What's Happening — Aug. 31
August 30th, 2012
TodayDWI Saturation Patrols — Specifically targeting drunk and drug impaired drivers. Information: 763-9444.
Wildcats pick up first win
August 29th, 2012
Getting its first goal in the young season wasn’t quite enough for the Clovis Wildcats.
Local gardens survive summer
August 29th, 2012
Margie Plummer held her hand over her eyes, shielding the sun as she surveyed her extensive vegetable crops behind her business, Turnbough’s Corner, just outside Portales.
Help still needed for displaced fire victims
August 29th, 2012
Displaced residents from Friday’s fire at the Clovis Apartments may soon have a place to call home — if not already — but the families still need help.Nobody was hurt in th...
Police Blotter — Aug. 30
August 29th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Tuesday12:47 a.m.: Caller reported seeing light from flashligh...
Letters to the editor: Road closure burdens landowners
August 29th, 2012
I attended the Aug. 21 meeting at which Curry County commissioners voted to close Curry Road R just west of Cannon Air Force Base.Among the reasons cited for closing the road were security a...
What's Happening — Aug. 30
August 29th, 2012
TodayHigh Plains Patriots countdown to general election — 7 p.m., Java Loft Conference Room. Voter registration informat...
Editorial: Agency failed to prove doping allegations
August 29th, 2012
One of two things is true about seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong and the allegations that he used performance-enhancing drugs to achieve his cycling victories:• He is in...
Area prep volleyball summaries — Aug. 28
August 28th, 2012
Texico 3, Melrose 0Texico 25 25 25Melrose 21 20&nbs...
CHS tickets for opener on sale today
August 28th, 2012
Friday night’s Clovis High School football season opener against Santa Fe Capital has been moved to Leon Williams Stadium. The 7 p.m. kickoff time is unchanged.Tickets for the game wil...
Tucumcari firefighter charged with DWI
August 28th, 2012
A Tucumcari volunteer firefighter involved in a collision while responding to a fire call Sunday has been charged with driving while intoxicated.Edgar Shipley III, 36, failed to stop at a re...
Middle school redistricting plan approved
August 28th, 2012
The Clovis Municipal Schools board of education voted unanimously Tuesday for a redistricting option to fill the city’s new middle school that kept students from the elementary feeder schools...
Peanut producers optimistic about crop
August 28th, 2012
Local peanut farmers are hoping for a sunny and dry September to finish off what they’re predicting will be a much better harvest than last year for Roosevelt County’s prized crop.
Annual food drive dedicated to Taylor
August 28th, 2012
Sharon Null’s voice was overcome with emotion, trying to describe the kind of person her sister-in-law, Nancy Taylor, was. “I was only blessed with knowing her eight years,&rdquo...
What's Happening — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2012
TodayDWI saturation patrols — Specifically targeting drunken and drug impaired drivers. Information: 763-9444.
Police Blotter - Aug. 29
August 28th, 2012
Here is sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Monday12:44 a.m.: Caller reported flames and smoke in the area o...
Hoaxes flourish in social media
August 28th, 2012
This was supposed to be a column where I remembered the late Bill Nye.I was going to talk about seeing him on TV when I was a kid, and how I will still chant to myself, "Bill Bill Bill Bill...
Military Update: Report warns of low voter turnout
August 28th, 2012
Absentee ballot requests from military members and spouses are alarmingly low this election year, a voter advocacy group contends.It blames the Department of Defense for foot-dragging on abs...
Editorial: DWI laws need to be enforced, not increased
August 28th, 2012
What happened to Aileen Smith as she drove through New Mexico on one of the happiest journeys in a woman's life is a mind-numbing tragedy.But adding to the state's DWI laws in the name of...
Inmate files notice of intent to sue county
August 28th, 2012
A Curry County jail inmate accused of using a broom handle to beat inmate Jaime Perez on June 27 has filed a tort claim, or notice that a lawsuit is likely against the county.The claim was r...
Area high school volleyball preseason capsules
August 27th, 2012
Texico Lady WolverinesDistrict 4-2A
Sitterly Professional Center ribbon cutting today
August 27th, 2012
A ribbon cutting for the Sitterly Professional Center will be held at 3 p.m. today at 801 Pile St.The Sitterly Professional Center consists of 12 to 16 offices with available business space...
Clovis Music Festival vendor booths available now
August 27th, 2012
Vendor applications are now being accepted for the 2012 Clovis Music Festival, according to a news release from event coordinator Courtney Gano. Booth spaces start at $150. Applications are...
Street renaming honors airman
August 27th, 2012
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — Sixty Independence Days have come and gone since Airman 1st Class Richard Albright and his crewmembers were shot from the sky on July 4, 1952. Sixty years have passed...
Texico seeks water fix
August 27th, 2012
Texico city officials are asking residents to voluntarily conserve water while they seek state funding to fix a well. Texico Mayor Jerry Cunningham said he does not believe the city of Texic...
Cats to host opener at Capital's request
August 27th, 2012
Veteran Clovis High football coach Eric Roanhaus will have a chance to enter the New Mexico Activities Association record book at home this week, rather than on the road.The Wildcats, schedu...
Director of ATF foul-up still getting salary
August 27th, 2012
It’s six figures of your tax dollars at waste. Unless tax dollars are supposed to be put to work scratching backs and buying silence.There’s a good argument to be made for the se...
What's Happening — Aug. 28
August 27th, 2012
TuesdayClovis Municipal Schools board meeting — 5:30 pm, Clovis Municipal Schools District Board Room. Information: 769-...
Police Blotter — Aug. 28
August 27th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Friday12:02 p.m.: Caller advised a neighbor was harassing her...
Clovis chase leads to arrest
August 27th, 2012
Clovis police clearing a motorcycle-car crash at Thornton and Llano Estacado late Friday wound up in a high speed chase that ended with the arrest of an accused drunken driver.A vehicle near...
Schedule change: Clovis' football opener at home
August 27th, 2012
Clovis High School football fans won’t have to travel in hopes of seeing history made after all.Friday’s Clovis-Santa Fe Capital contest, originally scheduled for Santa Fe, has b...
Lady Cats trying to reload
August 25th, 2012
Junior Sydney Romero has been on the Clovis High varsity volleyball team since she was a freshman.
Democrats’ abortion views worse
August 25th, 2012
Todd Akin would do his party and his country a service by stepping aside. The rest of the campaign will be dominated by this side issue, possibly denying Republicans a key Senate seat. To use the w...
Alamo blanks Cats 2-0
August 25th, 2012
It’s been quite a dry spell for Alamogordo in boys soccer, but it may be coming to an end.
Lady Cats hang on, notch second victory
August 25th, 2012
Clovis High’s girls were in control. They just couldn’t put Las Vegas Robertson away on Saturday.Senior forward Jenna Sievers scored late in the first half on a direct free kick,...
PHS hoping to extend postseason run in volleyball
August 25th, 2012
Suffice it to say, Ruth Chavez has been used to reaching Class 3A state volleyball finals in her tenure as Portales High’s head coach.The Lady Rams have made it eight times since she t...
Lady Rams finish fourth in Roswell tourney
August 25th, 2012
ROSWELL — The Portales Lady Rams played competitively in two of their three matches over the weekend in an eight-team tournament at Roswell en route to a fourth-place finish.The Lady R...
Rams handed shutout loss
August 25th, 2012
It was a long, hard day for the Portales boys soccer team on Saturday.
ACU to join Southland Conference.
August 25th, 2012
ABILENE, Texas — Abilene Christian on Saturday became the second Lone Star Conference member this week to join the Division I Southland Conference.ACU will join the league July 1, 2013...
Zias post exhbition win over WBU
August 25th, 2012
An own goal by Wayland Baptist shortly after halftime helped Eastern New Mexico University get going and the Zias went on to blank the Pioneers 5-0 on Saturday in a women’s soccer exhibition...
Apartments struck by fires again
August 25th, 2012
Priscilla Mendoza said she found her young daughter Marisol sleeping on a bed that was burning Friday in her home at the Clovis apartments. “I had to pull her by her feet off of the be...
Community Calendar — Aug. 26
August 25th, 2012
Senior Activities Center Bingo — 1 p.m. Thursdays, 908 Hickory. Information: 762-3631Baxter-Curren Jam Se...
Q&A: Muleshoe Police Chief Roy Rice
August 25th, 2012
Life without a badge didn’t last long for Roy Rice.After about a year with Stanford Pump and Supply of Stanford, Texas, Rice took the vacancy for chief at the Muleshoe Police Departmen...
Police Blotter — Aug. 26
August 25th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday12:26 a.m.: Call in reference to a man who fell and is...
What's Happening — Aug. 26
August 25th, 2012
Monday Life Line Screening — 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. testing for carotid artery disease, peripheral arterial disease, osteoporo...
My turn: Turning 80 changes nothing
August 25th, 2012
Unless an irate reader shortens it, I should have a few years left before I reach the recent milestone of Portales resident Web Smartnick.At least I thought that turning 80 was a milestone.
County emails raise jail questions
August 25th, 2012
An email from a Curry County jail captain reports an investigation into a June 27 fight was almost complete by noon on June 29.A Curry County commissioner wants to know how that's possible...
Editorial: County jail woes go past reading calendar dates
August 25th, 2012
So now somebody at the jail is lying? Or can they just not read a calendar? We don't use that word lightly. But somebody connected to the Curry County jail may have stretched the truth when our ne...
Rams making progress
August 24th, 2012
Facing outside competition for the first time on Friday night at the PHS practice field, it took the Portales Rams a while to get going.First-year coach Jaime Ramirez said his team got bette...
Youths: Fair is place to be
August 24th, 2012
The Octopus seemed like the ride of choice for teenagers looking for a thrill at the Roosevelt County Fair.
Bid of support at livestock show
August 24th, 2012
Making it to the livestock show is considered an honor, according to Trent Bilberry, 4-H intern at the Roosevelt County Extension Office.
On the shelves: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
The following books are available at :Clovis-Carver Public Library“Into the Sunset: Photography’s Image of the American West by Eva Respini was given by Joanne Burns in me...
Senior calendar: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los Abuelitos PortalesTuesday: 10:30 a.m. indoor exercise; 1 p.m. bingo and refreshments
Guest will give tips on wall stencils
August 24th, 2012
Information on stenciling on walls and making duck tape pouches will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.)
Anniversaries: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
HowlGlen and Candy Howl of Portales celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on Aug. 24.The couple was married on Aug. 24, 1962, in Portales.They have two chi...
Engagements: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
Rucker-AdayBilly and Sherry Rucker of Clovis announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Tanisha Rea Rucker of Farmington, to Curtis Geoffrey Aday of Fa...
Reunions: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
Field CommunityThe Field 25th biennial reunion was held Aug. 10 at the Field fire station Aug. 10. There were 75 people in attendance. Visiting and picture viewing began at...
School menus: Aug. 26
August 24th, 2012
Clovis elementary schools Monday: Breakfast — Breakfast scramble. Lunch — Meat and cheese nachos, garden salad w/ranch, mini carrots, applesauce.Tuesday: Breakfast —...
Reality TV exploiting our children
August 24th, 2012
Last week, this column broached the idea of silent children, the children who, emotionally, disappear or become invisible in a number of ways. They are physically present, but are disco...
Swallows won’t be gone for very long
August 24th, 2012
Just when I was beginning to think it was safe to go out on the front porch again — they’re back.Several years ago I wrote about the barn swallows nesting on my front...
State police seek missing laptops
August 24th, 2012
The New Mexico State Police is looking for information regarding a reported theft of laptop computers in San Jon.According to a release from the NMSP, a truck driver reported on the morning...
McGee: Too little, too late for garden
August 24th, 2012
The Lady of the House tore up her garden last week. She had been threatening and threatening but I never thought she’d really do it. She started gardening when we met almost 10 years ago.
In search of ponies: There are reasons dogs chase their tails
August 24th, 2012
Everybody loves a tail chaser.C'mon, admit it. You know you laugh when they turn in those tight little circles, round-and-round, over-and-over again at a dizzying speed.Apparently it...
ENMU names interimi cross country coaches
August 23rd, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University has selected Casey Blevins, Danielle Jones and Josh Browning to coach the school’s cross country program on an interim basis this fall, athletic director Jeff Ge...
Bulldawgs dominate scrimmage
August 23rd, 2012
ALAMOGORDO — Things didn’t go the way Clovis High’s football team had hoped in Thursday’s annual preseason scrimmage against Las Cruces High.
Fear not, take control of your life
August 23rd, 2012
I was talking to a really nice guy recently who said he doesn’t agree with a lot of what I write. That’s understandable. It happens all the time. But what bothered me, and frankly left...
Time to steer public toward natural gas use
August 23rd, 2012
There’s a fancy term for what would fix much of what ails the nation’s until recently booming natural gas industry: market equilibrium. There’s too much gas and not enough demand....
Faith helps us overcome challenges
August 23rd, 2012
Have you ever considered this statement? God is greater than any event. I heard a true story last week that illustrates this concept well.Maria (not her real name) was born in 1938, in the &...
A view from under the pew: the toilet paper war
August 23rd, 2012
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...
Report: Jail short-handed, guard failed to notice broom-handle attack
August 23rd, 2012
A Curry County detention officer watching jail inmates with surveillance cameras told investigators she didn’t see Louis Guerra attack Jaime Perez. She didn’t realize there was a fight...
Religion Calendar — Aug 24
August 23rd, 2012
Beacon of Light ChurchRecovery Class — 7 p.m. Address: 1300 N. Thornton St. Information: 763-9510Bread of Life Ministries at Matt 25...
ENMU anticipates record enrollment
August 23rd, 2012
Officials at Eastern New Mexico University anticipate a record enrollment for the fall semester. Clovis Community College officials said enrollment is about the same as last year. Eastern Ne...
Portales man charged with kidnapping, sexual assault
August 23rd, 2012
A Portales woman told police she was kicked, raped and held captive for two days, escaping only when her assailant left her alone to attend his anger management meeting.Frank Stroud, 49, of...
Police blotter: Aug. 24
August 23rd, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• 12:57 a.m.: Caller reported a male shoplifted an 18 pack of beer and left on...
God sustains you during tough times
August 23rd, 2012
Have you ever considered this statement? God is greater than any event. I heard a true story last week that illustrates this concept well.Maria (not her real name) was born in 1938, in the &...
Romney says US energy independence achievable
August 23rd, 2012
HOBBS — Seeking to reset his economic message, Republican Mitt Romney pledged Thursday to create 3 million jobs and more than $1 trillion in revenue by ramping up offshore oil drilling and gi...
Family history needs to be shared
August 22nd, 2012
A while back, I read a book that stuck with me. It was the almost unbelievable story of Louis Zamperini called "Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience and Redemption." His story,...
Editorial: Grand jury’s procedural change needed
August 22nd, 2012
Changes to the local grand-jury selection process made earlier this year are welcome and needed.We don't blame any officers of the court today for the system that seems to have been in pla...
Ticket feature: Residents forming community choir
August 22nd, 2012
Ken McDonald doesn't want the music to stop, and all indications are he's far from the only one.
Practice run
August 22nd, 2012
Clovis is getting a slightly earlier start on its annual preseason tradition.The Wildcats are loading up the bus Thursday morning for Alamogordo, the neutral site for the annual scrimmage wi...
Public Works Committee stands firm on shoring policy
August 22nd, 2012
In response to developer complaints, the Clovis Public Works Committee tried to make compromise on how it handles its new requirement of shoring for sewer tap inspections.But city officials,...
New CCC professors share outlook
August 22nd, 2012
When Clovis Community College classes started Monday, 11 instructors started full-time teaching careers. Here is what three new professors said about their first semester teaching at CCC.&bu...
District bustles for new school year
August 22nd, 2012
However impossible it seems, the beginning of a new school year is upon us, and students returned Monday of this week. Visiting various schools on the first day, it's always gratifying to rediscov...
Police Blotter — August 23
August 22nd, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday2:57 a.m.: Call in reference to a 23-year-old male vomi...
Local businesses prepare for incoming freshmen
August 21st, 2012
Local hotels and stores experienced an influx of business from another incoming freshmen class at Eastern New Mexico University this weekend.Hotels and store owners said they expect and prep...
Commission gets nowhere on jail bid
August 21st, 2012
A half-hour debate Tuesday over how to obtain cost estimates to fix serious issues in the Curry County jail’s kitchen and laundry facilities ended with no decision.The debate was spark...
What's Happening — August 22
August 21st, 2012
Wednesday Public Works Committee meeting — 8:30 a.m., City Hall. Information: 769-7828.Roosevelt Cou...
Sequestration needs to be stopped
August 21st, 2012
Members of Congress are more interested in winning re-election in November than in removing before then the budget “sequestration” knife that threatens to lop 10 percent off 2,500 defen...
Fried sandwich nod to our heritage
August 21st, 2012
They don’t overwhelm my day, but a lot of random thoughts never leave my mind:• Had the NCAA handled Melky Cabrera’s failed drug test on behalf of Major League Baseball, wou...
Editorial: Veterans group needs to learn responsibility
August 21st, 2012
Shame on the Department of Veterans Affairs for drawing a cloud of suspicion over what should be an honored organization that serves our military men and women. And kudos to the Tenth Circui...
K-Bob’s steakhouse
to reopen in October
August 21st, 2012
The parent company for K-Bob’s Steakhouse is planning to re-open its Mabry Drive location at the end of October, nearly three years after a fire gutted the building.According to a rele...
Police Blotter — August 22
August 21st, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs: Monday12:35 a.m.: Caller reported her boyfriend and her...
Melrose resident has kept tabs on weather for 55 years
August 21st, 2012
From wind to rain to hail, with plenty of sunny skies in between, the weather changes plenty in eastern New Mexico. Grady Bright hasn’t. For 55 years, Bright has been a constant s...
Pecos
River
running
on empty
August 21st, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Close to three dozen miles of the Pecos River have dried up, shorelines at state parks up and down the waterway are expanding, and threatened fish have to be relocated.St...
Lady Cats whip Portales
August 21st, 2012
The Clovis High girls soccer team knows tough matches are coming. As for Tuesday’s opener against Portales at Leon Williams Stadium, the Lady Wildcats got off to a solid start.
Coyotes deal Cats 2-0 loss
August 21st, 2012
Roswell High scored early and late, and the Coyotes were able to keep the Wildcats off the board en route to a 2-0 victory.The Cats thought they had the game tied s...
Feed plant relocation deemed successful
August 20th, 2012
A year after it began construction on its new Clovis plant, an agricultural feed company has called its move a success.Quality Liquid Feeds, which relocated a plant from Hereford for liquid...
Clovis man fatally shot
August 20th, 2012
A state police officer was defending himself when he fatally shot a Clovis man Sunday, a police spokesman said Monday.Capt. Jimmy Glascock of the New Mexico State Police said Benjamin Selgad...
Editorial: Public stampede to name bison U.S. mammal
August 20th, 2012
I t’s easy to think of things more important for Congress to do than designate a U.S. National Mammal, but McCook, Neb., residents should take more than a passing interest in a pr...
Tres Amigas off county agenda
August 20th, 2012
Tres Amigas is off Curry County’s agenda for the second time this month as negotiations continue over an inducement resolution for a $1.9 billion Industrial Revenue Bond (IRB).Co...
Selgado’s brother: ‘He wasn’t an aggressive person’
August 20th, 2012
The brother of a Clovis man shot by a state police officer on Sunday says he was a loving person who’s criminal past did not define him.Benjamin Theodore Selgado, 29, was shot and kill...
Cats looking to finish
August 20th, 2012
The Clovis High boys soccer team split a pair of 3-2 decisions with District 4-5A rival Hobbs last year, each team winning on the road.The district championship thus came down to who had a b...
Shelburne: Keeping still gives renewed direction and meaning and energ...
August 20th, 2012
Has our Father ever asked us to do anything that we fail at more spectacularly than this simple command?For a long time, I didn't know these words were from Psalm 46. But I knew them. Durin...
Shelburne: Genuine faith never comes easily or cheaply
August 20th, 2012
Some things just can't be rushed.No matter how badly you want it, you'll not be able to enjoy the shade from a 75-year-old oak tree unless someone 75 years ago took the trouble and had the...
Business feature: Mediterranean restaurant opening third store
August 20th, 2012
In March 1990, Hakan Duzagadusmez came to New Mexico as an exchange student from Turkey. He graduated from Ruidoso High School two years later.It was nine months ago that Duzagadusmez brough...
Police Blotter — Aug. 21
August 20th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs: Friday4:14 p.m.: Caller reported a male subject has been...
What's Happening — Aug. 21
August 20th, 2012
Tuesday Curry County Commission meeting — 9 a.m., Curry County Courthouse. Information: 763-6016.Cu...
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 10 p.m.
August 20th, 2012
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 10 p.m. Monday, according to the National Weather Service.Hail up to 1/2 inch in diameter and wind gusts up to 55 mph are expected with this st...
Stabbing suspect says victim 'ran into the knife,' according to arre...
August 20th, 2012
Thursday’s fatal stabbing was the result of an argument between two friends who stopped in Clovis during a road trip, according to court records.
State police: Shooting victim confronted officer with gun
August 20th, 2012
A state police officer was defending himself when he fatally shot a Clovis man Sunday, a police spokesman said Monday.Capt. Jimmy Glascock of the New Mexico State Police said Benjamin Selgad...
Police: One dead in shooting near Mabry Drive
August 19th, 2012
A New Mexico State Police officer on Sunday shot and killed a man at the end of a foot chase in Clovis, officials said.The victim was identified as Benjamin Salgado, 29.State pol...
Grand juries focus of legal controversy
August 18th, 2012
At issue: Grand juries and how the secret panels are selected in Curry and Roosevelt counties.On one side, the defense lawyers who make a living challenging the system.On the other si...
Roanhaus pleased with progress
August 18th, 2012
While they may not be at game speed yet, the Clovis Wildcats have so far seemed up to speed with scrimmage week coming up.
Lady Cats seek postseason berth
August 18th, 2012
The Clovis High girls soccer team did a lot of things well last season.One thing the Lady Wildcats were unable to do was make it to postseason play.Second-year coach Traci Sievers att...
Official: Fair great success
August 18th, 2012
The Curry County Fair wraps up Sunday, marking 92 years of celebrating agriculture in the county. Fairgrounds Manager Kevin Jolley answered questions from the Clovis News-Journal Saturd...
My turn: Facebook attacks reveal hypocrisy
August 18th, 2012
Scrolling though Facebook is like slogging through a third-world battleground.Rabid dogmatics attack their "enemies" with uninhibited slander and stereotypes.Faked images abound of...
Decisions not made at end of day
August 18th, 2012
"Focus on New Mexico" host Gene Grant hasn't a clue. The KNME-TV weekly discussion of all things New Mexico features experts in the subject de jour and smart questions from regular and guest pan...
Editorial: Readers share stories of good Samaritans
August 18th, 2012
Country music singer Anne Murray reminds us sometimes that we sure could use a little good news today.So here you go.Readers shared these stories with us and they brought smiles we...
Evaluation, Tres Amigas on Commission’s agenda
August 18th, 2012
An six-month evaluation of jail Administrator Gerry Billy and expenses connected with a proposed $1.9 billion Industrial Revenue Bond (IRB) are part of the Curry County Commission’s tentative...
Community Calendar — August 19
August 18th, 2012
Senior Activities Center Bingo — 1 p.m. Thursdays, 908 Hickory. Information: 762-3631Baxter-Curren J...
Court Dispositions — August 19
August 18th, 2012
Recent cases in Curry County District Court, according to court records. Visit www.nmcourts.gov for more information on these cases.Case number D-905-CR-200400335, appe...
What's Happening — August 19
August 18th, 2012
Tuesday Curry County Commission meeting - 9 a.m., Curry County court house. Information: 763-6016.Cultura...
Police Blotter — August 19
August 18th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs: Thursday7:17 a.m.: Caller reported the passenger window...
Senior calendar: Aug. 19
August 17th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at La Casa Senior CenterMonday: Closed for Conference on Aging T...
School menus: Aug. 19
August 17th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Hamburger on a bun, baked French fries, lettuce, tomato, apple.Tuesday: Breakfast &m...
Divorce help featured on show
August 17th, 2012
Information on a template for quilting called AnglePlay and choosing happiness after divorce will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon on Thursday....
On the shelves: Aug. 19
August 17th, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library“Nature’s Extremes: Earthquakes, Tsunamis, and Other Natural Disasters T...
Child abuse is everyone’s business
August 17th, 2012
I cannot remember the title of the video. It is, however, a video which our superintendent mentioned the other day during our in service preparation for a new school year. Perhaps I cannot remember...
Elida brothers will be missed
August 17th, 2012
One minute two brothers are on a community mission, the next a whole community is wondering how they’ll get by without them.The hurting was focused on the community of Elida recently a...
Hard work pays off for youths
August 17th, 2012
“It’s good to be king,” Tom Petty once sang, “whatever it pays.”
Storms spark hope
August 17th, 2012
The recent rain patterns have some Roosevelt and Curry County farmers praising Mother Nature and has left others envious.The hit and miss storms, experienced by some Wednesday and Thursday,...
McGee: Tacos Soto an unexpected surprise
August 17th, 2012
Someone had a hot dog stand in town offering “Sonoran Style” wieners.The words “Sonoran Style” brought out the memory of a trip to Sonora and eating “The Most U...
In search of ponies: Nancy Taylor never stopped giving
August 17th, 2012
For years to come, when Nancy Taylor’s name is mentioned people will remember her for all the lives she touched as she worked tirelessly to fill the shelves at the Food Bank of Eastern New Me...
Update: California man arrested in stabbing death
August 17th, 2012
A California man visiting Clovis as part of a cross-country trip died from a stab wound Friday morning and police have charged an acquaintance with his death, according to law enforcement officials...
Press release: Suspect charged in Thursday's fatal stabbing
August 17th, 2012
Updated - Clovis – August 17, 2012 – On Friday, August 17, 2012, the stabbing suspect, identified as 35 year-old Chip Fox of San Luis Obispo, California...
Police: One dead in Clovis stabbing
August 17th, 2012
A California man died Friday after being stabbed Thursday night at a trailer park in South Clovis, according to a news release from Clovis Police Capt. Patrick Whitney. According to the news...
Press release: Fatal stabbing in south Clovis
August 17th, 2012
Clovis – August 16, 2012 – On Thursday, August 16, 2012, at approximately 10:35 PM, the Clovis Police Department Dispatch Center received a 911 c...
Puppy power
August 16th, 2012
LaKenley Young, 7, loves playing with her dachshund Duke in her parent’s back yard. She said aside from playing catch the human, she and Duke also dance as her 4-year-old sister, Kately...
City employees get salary increase
August 16th, 2012
By a unanimous vote, the Clovis City Commission agreed Thursday night to give city employees a 3 percent raiseEach year, following completion of the final budget, City Manager Joe Thomas sai...
Food Bank interim director selected
August 16th, 2012
Former DeBaca County Administrator MelindaJoy Pattison is the new interim executive director of the Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico, the organization’s board announced Thursday.Food ba...
Their view: Veterans’ stories need to be told
August 16th, 2012
Rebecca Adling, an Air Force wife, writes a weekly column in Cannon Connections, our weekly military publication. Here is her latest effort:A while back, I read a book that stuck with me. It...
No one represents you in election
August 16th, 2012
It is amusing to watch the election promoters trying to make the anointed presidential candidates look different from one another.Especially when it means they are now promoting a candidate...
Editorial: Bipartisanship could save Social Security
August 16th, 2012
Here’s one case where bipartisanship ruled in Washington, but with a very negative outcome.For three decades Social Security’s payroll tax collections had been producing large su...
Plains snake often
confused for earthworm
August 16th, 2012
One afternoon I received a telephone call. “Doc, I hope you’re not too busy,” my friend reported.“I’m working on a housing development project, and...
Meetings Watch — August 17
August 16th, 2012
The Clovis City Commission met Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library. Commissioner Randy Crowder was not in attendance.
Public Record — August 17
August 16th, 2012
The following marriage licenses were compiled from court records from Aug. 9 through Wednesday: Michael David Chalkey, 22, to Faye Alexandra Boullt, 24, both of Clovis
What's Happening — August 17
August 16th, 2012
Friday Blood Drive — 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 2800 Lore St. Information: 806-7...
Police Blotter — August 17
August 16th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs: Wednesday1:02 a.m.: Caller reported someone threw rocks...
Religion column: Jesus fills void in our lives
August 16th, 2012
I saw my out-of-town friend Barbara in the store last week. She is in town visiting her daughter and Barbara had her 4-year-old granddaughter Maggie with her.Barbara and Maggie were birthday...
amos the churchmouse: amos at the county fair
August 16th, 2012
amos the churchmouse: a view from under the pew Editor’s note: Amos, the self-proclaimed churchmouse poet, and his friends have been enjoying the county fair this week. Amos even started wear...
Religion feature: Life re-evaluation led to study group
August 16th, 2012
Before leading a local weekly Bible study group, Dominic Chavez said he ran the streets of Clovis drinking, using drugs and fighting.
‘Kindergarten Kickoff’ proves successful
August 15th, 2012
New kindergartners are bristling with excitement everywhere, but in a particularly positive way over at Parkview Elementary. “Kindergarten Kickoff” has been under way for the last two w...
Meetings Watch — August 16
August 15th, 2012
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 sal...
Traffic being rerouted for incoming freshman
August 15th, 2012
The move-in day for incoming freshmen at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales is Saturday, according to an ENMU press release. Traffic is being rerouted for those coming to campus...
Police Blotter — August 16
August 15th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Tuesday12:16 a.m.: Caller advised a group of people scre...
What's Happening — August 16
August 15th, 2012
Today Clovis City Commission meeting - 5:15 p.m., Clovis-Carver Library, north annex. Information: 769-7828.
Three things about Sen. Bingaman
August 15th, 2012
Clovis Media Inc. Editor David Stevens writes about regional history on his blog at: www.highplainsyesterdays.comHere are some recent posts:• Jeff Bingaman of yesteryear:...
Schools get new principals
August 15th, 2012
As students begin a new grade in a new classroom, new principals bring new leadership to Clovis Municipal Schools. Laura Adkins is taking on her first position in Clovis schools this year as...
Editorial: Virtual guard could boost border security
August 15th, 2012
It remains to be seen if an avatar will work at expediting cross-border travel times.A pilot program taking place in Arizona could be expanded to this area if it proves effective.At t...
Ticket Feature: Foley Bluegrass Band performing in Portales
August 15th, 2012
For the latest musical performance it’s hosting, the Yam Theater in Portales is keeping it local. As far as music, the featured performer keeps the music in the family.The Foley...
Fair Schedule — August 15
August 14th, 2012
Today 8:30 a.m. — Booster Junior Replacement Dairy Heifer Show, Kevin Roberts Show Arena 9 a.m. — Junior Replacement He...
Curry Road R may close
August 14th, 2012
By Benna Sayyed CNJ STAFF WRITERbsayyed@cnjonline.comSteve Reeves owns the only house on a stretch of Curry Road R the county is considering closing at the request of Cann...
Fried foods are staple of fair
August 14th, 2012
If it’s not fried, exploding your calorie count and draining your wallet ... well, you’re probably not eating fair food.
Your gift of blood can save lives
August 14th, 2012
It was three Fridays ago, and I was just pulling up at the Clovis Civic Center. I’d been there numerous times before … for an empty building, for a full building, and all points betwee...
Bill compensates Lejeune families
August 14th, 2012
President Obama signed a bipartisan bill last week that, for the first time, offers veterans and family members government-funded hospitalization and medical services for 15 specific ailments presu...
Editorial: Football exciting sport, but filled with danger
August 14th, 2012
If you’re ready to play some football, make sure your safety gear fits properly, it’s used properly and you pay close attention to the rules related to contact.One of our favorit...
Police Blotter — August 15
August 14th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Monday2:26 a.m.: Caller reported his vehicle was stolen...
What's Happening — August 15
August 14th, 2012
Today Cultural and Ethnic Affairs Committee meeting — Noon, room 405 at CCC. Information: 763-9653.C...
Business Digest — August 14
August 13th, 2012
Clothing store set to reopen Following a store remodel, Maurices in Clovis’ North Plains Mall will reopen 5 p.m. Aug. 23.The store will feature drawings fo...
Birth rate in Clovis increased since last year
August 13th, 2012
By Gabriel Monte CNJ staff writergmonte@cnjonline.comThe birth rate at Plains Regional Medical Center has climbed 6 percent in the last five years, according to a hospital...
Police Blotter — August 14
August 13th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for: Friday 7:10 a.m.: Caller reported her vehicle burglariz...
What's Happening — August 14
August 13th, 2012
Today Curry County Fair — All day events 8 a.m.-midnight, carnival open 5 p.m.-midnight, Curry County Fairground. I...
Viewpoint: Scans have potential
for abuse
August 13th, 2012
When you park your vehicle in a lot at, say, Cottonwood Mall, or the University of New Mexico, or a strip club for that matter, do you have a reasonable expectation that your whereabouts are a secr...
2012 campaign needs referee
August 13th, 2012
We have reached a point in the 2012 campaign when you long for a referee — someone with a whistle to call foul and declare that one side has so discredited itself that it must forfeit points...
Voter ID laws form of suppression
August 13th, 2012
This one is for Mike. He is a Houston reader who shot me an email after my recent column equating the GOP push for voter ID laws with voter suppression. I agreed with Attorney General E...
Teens show livestock at fair
August 13th, 2012
By Benna Sayyed CNJ STAFF WRITERbsayyed@cnjonline.comKelsey and Colton Draper are going out on their own at this year’s Curry County Fair.The Melrose siblings...
Friend’s marriage views surprising
August 11th, 2012
A friend who teaches high school and college in neighboring Texas towns as conservative as the High Plains surprised me with his views on gay marriage.The Republican/Libertarian, who request...
Letter to the editor: Thankful for years spent in Clovis
August 11th, 2012
Thank you, Clovis, for 40 wonderful years.We will soon be leaving to be near our grandchildren in California.The Air Force brought us here to be assigned to Cannon.We have alwa...
Editorial: Kicking case could have been averted
August 11th, 2012
The Albuquerque Police Department did the right thing in firing two officers after surveillance video became public that showed one officer kicking a suspect at least 10 times as the other held him...
Youths sacrifice time, energy to raise livestock for fair
August 11th, 2012
Tesia Adermann said the biggest sacrifice she has to make to raise livestock for the Curry County fair is giving up time in the summer to care for the animals.
Statue returning to Hotel Clovis
August 11th, 2012
An Indian statue will soon rejoin six others atop the city's tallest building, according to city officials.Clovis City Manager Joe Thomas said officials with Tierra Realty LLC of Taos, the...
Cats get through first week
August 11th, 2012
Practices started on Monday for the Clovis Wildcats, but it felt like football started on Thursday for senior Jacob Esquibel. That’s the day he and his Wildcats teammates put on the pads, and...
Elida brothers remembered for helpful natures
August 11th, 2012
Ronald and Fred Anthony of Elida died doing what they were known for; lending a helping hand to the community.The two brothers were on their way back from gathering sand at the Pecos River,...
Road work this week
August 11th, 2012
Area road construction and closure information for this week:Curry CountyThe Curry County road department will be shredding and filling potholes on county roads in th...
Police blotter — Aug. 12
August 11th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Thursday• 12:30 a.m.: Caller reported a vehicle blocking...
Court dispositions — Aug. 12
August 11th, 2012
Recent cases in Curry County District Court, according to court records. Visit www.nmcourts.gov for more information on these cases.• Case number D-905-CR-201200040. Cy...
ENMU fall sports teams ready to begin
August 11th, 2012
First-year Eastern New Mexico University football coach Josh Lynn is chomping at the bit.The Greyhounds were scheduled to report for the new season on Saturday, with the first practices sche...
School menus: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
Portales schoolsTuesday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza, red apples, milk. Lunch — Hamburgers, curly fries, lettuce and tomato, oranges, milk.Wednesday: Brea...
Anniversaries: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
SmithArthur Clement and Marian Lee Smith of Clovis will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. The couple will have a private celebration in Albuquerque in August with th...
Births: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
PerezEdward Parker Perez III was born July 28, 2012, to Marlena and Edward Perez Jr. of Lompoc Calif., at Lompoc Valley Medical Center in Lompoc. He weighed five pounds and...
On the shelves: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
The following books are available at: Clovis-Carver Public Library“The World’s Must-See Places” by Anna Streiffert was given by Dia...
Desserts with figs featured on show
August 10th, 2012
Information on preparing desserts with figs, making a crocheted bowl and lactose intolerance will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday....
Weddings: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
Ramey-FennMelody Lynn Ramey and Jacob John Fenn, both of Clovis, were joined in marriage July 6, 2012, in Clovis during a private ceremony. The bride is the daughter...
Engagements: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
Hall-MechamRamona Hall and Jon Mecham, both of Clovis, will exchange vows 5 p.m. Aug. 25, 2012, at the Elk’s Lodge in Clovis. Invitations have been sent.
Senior calendar: Aug. 12
August 10th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Los Abuelitos PortalesTuesday: 9 a.m. board of directors...
Much to do within day’s drive
August 10th, 2012
Among the fall weekend attractions which occur yearly, there are some which we enjoy doing when we can, meaning every several years. Maybe given unlimited budget, it would be every year...
‘Texas’ timeless tale for all
August 10th, 2012
It had been awhile since we’d all been to “Texas” and a recent trip to Palo Duro Canyon didn’t disappoint.We had great weather, if anything it was a little too hot in...
Our people: The Music Man
August 10th, 2012
Carl Wesley moved to Clovis from Long Beach, Calif., about five years ago because he wanted to escape the rough inner city life he dealt with growing up. He also wanted to help his grandfather, Alt...
Cannon Appreciation Day
August 10th, 2012
CANNON AIR FORCE BASE — Senior Airman Blake Johnson sat down on a blanket in the grass with his wife, Meichelle, and their three children Friday afternoon to enjoy hamburgers and hot dogs as...
Judge sets new bond for accused officer
August 10th, 2012
A former school resource police officer accused of having sex with a 16-year-old girl he met at Portales High School has a new bond.Magistrate Judge Richard Hollis set Victor Castillo’...
ENMU track, cross country coach leaving
August 10th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University track and cross country coach Mike Harney is returning to his native Florida.Harney has accepted a high school economics teaching position in his hometown of Fo...
Sen. Udall tours area
August 10th, 2012
New Mexico’s current junior senator, and soon-to-be senior senator, made visits Friday throughout eastern New Mexico.
McGee: Encounters with the law
August 10th, 2012
It’s been over a month since a member of the family has returned home. In that time he’s been pulled over by the police three times.I was having a philosophical chat with The Tic...
In search of ponies: Birds must battle elements of nature
August 10th, 2012
Air conditioners work overtime, flowers wilt in an effort to escape the sun and lemonade and ice tea flow — it’s hot.Humans actually have it pretty easy, able to duck indoors whe...
Elida brothers killed in crash
August 10th, 2012
Two Elida residents died Thursday afternoon in a two vehicle crash on U.S. 70 near mile marker 380 in Chaves County, according to New Mexico State Police.According to a state police press re...
Press release: Xcel asks customers to curb electricity use
August 10th, 2012
AMARILLO, Texas – Xcel Energy is asking electricity customers in its Texas and New Mexico service territory to conserve...
Ex-Portales officer's bond revoked
August 9th, 2012
A former Portales police officer accused of having sex with a girl he met as a school resource officer is back in jail.Magistrate Judge Richard Hollis revoked a $100,000 cash or surety (10 p...
Shelburne: Republic system better than pure democracy
August 9th, 2012
I love the Olympics. And I've enjoyed the London Games particularly asthe Brits have done, it seems to me, a jolly good job. (I'm glad they're racking up some pretty impressive medal succ...
Letter to the: Health care individual’s responsibility
August 9th, 2012
Glenda Bly of Farwell submitted this letter to the editor to the Clovis News Journal on expanding Medicaid. The same article she references ran in the PNT. My head has finally st...
No loopholes in libertarianism
August 9th, 2012
It’s usually nice when you run across something that confirms what you already thought to be true. However, “nice” doesn’t really get you anywhere if you care about truth. T...
Abuses call for inquiry by Congress
August 9th, 2012
Air Force leaders are moving forward with prosecutions and investigations related to sexual abuse and misconduct at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland. Last month, Air Force prosecu...
ENMU professor talks about NASA work
August 9th, 2012
When NASA's Curiosity rover landed Sunday on Mars, Jim Constantopoulos was at the edge of his seat.
Religion feature: Ministry provides food, clothing based on need
August 9th, 2012
Even though she and her husband work full-time jobs, they need extra help with food and clothing with four growing children in the household, said Anita Gallegos.
amos the churchmouse: when bugs go to school
August 9th, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can't operate the capital shift, and he shu...
Religion column: Christ makes difference for all eternity
August 9th, 2012
Oh … the days of buying school
supplies. The stores are overflowing
with school supplies. Notebooks,
paper, pencils, glue scissors, rulers,
crayons, totes, and backpacks are
all stacked...
Teen makes restoring cemetery Eagle Scout project
August 9th, 2012
Daniel Pfauth saw a Blacktower Cemetery overgrown with weeds and grass and broken headstones as opportunity for himself and his community.
Eleven acts scheduled for contest
August 9th, 2012
Eleven acts are scheduled to perform in Saturday's 31st annual Texaco Country Showdown at the Lyceum Theatre.The winner advances to the state level in the contest.The show starts at...
Portales woman arrested for fines files suit against city
August 9th, 2012
A Portales woman arrested and jailed for an overdue library book filed suit against the city Thursday in 9th Judicial District Court.The lawsuit filed by Lori Martinez, also known as Lori Te...
Police blotter — Aug. 10
August 9th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Wednesday• 12:02 a.m.: Caller suspects a drug house nearb...
Police chief moves up retirement
August 9th, 2012
Portales Police Department Chief Jeff Gill told city officials Wednesday that he will retire Aug. 31, three weeks prior to his original retirement date.
Part of conviction in stabbing death overturned
August 9th, 2012
The New Mexico Supreme Court on Thursday reversed part of a man’s conviction in the 2010 stabbing death of Andrew Gama, 21, of Clovis.Luciano Guerra of Clovis was convicted in February...
Letters to the editor: Health care up to individual
August 8th, 2012
Health care up to individualMy head has finally stopped spinning long enough to comment on the latest example of the plethora of insanity that starts in Santa Fe and plagues all of New Mexic...
Editorial: Partisanship putting halt to Farm Bill
August 8th, 2012
Congress is cutting it close. Both houses have recessed without passing a Farm Bill. They won’t be back in session until Sept. 8. The current bill expires Sept. 30. That le...
Fishing report — Aug. 9
August 8th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after t...
Hottest July on record doesn't touch NM
August 8th, 2012
In a year that was the hottest July on record, New Mexicans hardly felt a difference.At 77.6 degrees, last month was 3.3 degrees warmer than the 20th century average for July, which breaks t...
What to know about the Curry County Fair
August 8th, 2012
Curry County residents will celebrate the county's 92nd annual fair from next week and organizers are expecting increased attendance.Kevin Jolley, Curry County Events Center and Fairgrounds...
Ranchers hoping for help from farm bill
August 8th, 2012
Hit hard by the drought, the state cattle industry could use a little help right now, according to industry officials. That’s why it is important Congress approves a new Fa...
Ticket feature: County fair season gearing up
August 8th, 2012
Whether it's rhythm or rides, magic or music, there's something of interest over the next two weeks at the Curry and Roosevelt county fairgrounds.
Disputed requests tabled
August 8th, 2012
After much discussion Wednesday afternoon, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted to table a pair of requests in the Horse Run Subdivision that were met with heavy protest.The requests, wh...
Officials: Audit problems won't happen with current personnel
August 8th, 2012
Current members of the Eastern Plains Council of Governments approved three years of scathing audits Wednesday morning, and received assurance that the things discovered could not happen under the...
Education digest — Aug. 9
August 8th, 2012
Clovis Christian administrator awardedClovis Christian Schools Superintendent LaDona Clayton received the administrator of the year award July 25 from the New Mexico Coaliti...
Education column: Summer reading program successful
August 8th, 2012
Although teachers officially return next week, many have been trickling in, preparing for the new school year. Chatting with principals, already back in the saddle, and many of the teachers I've e...
Police blotter — Aug. 9
August 8th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Tuesday• 1:58 a.m.: Caller advised her son, who is on med...
Press release: Drought assistance available for NM farmers
August 8th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Today U.S. SENATORS TOM UDALL AND JEFF BINGAMAN announced that in light of historic drought conditions, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking steps to immedi...
Tucumcari Olympian misses qualifying by one spot
August 8th, 2012
Former Tucumcari resident Amber Campbell missed qualifying for finals of the women's hammer throw by one spot Wednesday at the Summer Olympic games in London.Campbell, who lived in Tucumari...
Congress rejects TRICARE fees
August 7th, 2012
The Defense Department's push to phase in substantial TRICARE fee increases for military retirees came under fresh attack from Congress and military associations last week after officials conceded...
Bad memories boost good ones
August 7th, 2012
The good memories come and go, but the great memories need the bad ones to elevate them. The girl you marry makes up for the bad relationships before. Beating the video game makes up for all the ti...
National Night Out shows other side of law enforcement
August 7th, 2012
Melissa Quintana's sons are fascinated by the lights and sounds of emergency vehicles and on Tuesday they got an up close look.
Editorial: Portales police plagued with problems
August 7th, 2012
At first, problems reported at the Portales Police Department appeared barely beyond ordinary, the kinds of things many small-town law agencies face as they train officers with limited experience.
Clovis Civil Aviation meeting canceled
August 7th, 2012
The regular meeting of the Clovis Civil Aviation was canceled.However, a presentation of the Clovis Municipal Airport master plan is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the assembly room of...
Upward Bound programs feel effects of cuts
August 7th, 2012
Rodrick Chambers, the area's Upward Bound director, says the program provides opportunities for area high school students that they would not have been exposed to without the program.That'...
Official: Vandalism, theft responsible for cosmetics plant delay
August 7th, 2012
The newest target date for a national cosmetics production company to be up and running is within the next two months, according to company officials.
Police blotter — Aug. 8
August 7th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Monday• 4 a.m.: Caller reported two males were siphoning...
Wildcats open drills looking to add to offensive options
August 6th, 2012
The hands raised up in the air, with four fingers extended and the thumb tucked out of view.“FOURTH QUARTER,” the players yelled with the final two laps of Wildcat football pract...
Paperwork key part of renters' rights
August 6th, 2012
Much like a landlord rights and responsibilities forum in May, the key point illustrated in a Monday night companion forum for renters was paperwork.
Editorial: Parents can also benefit from coaching
August 6th, 2012
I n survey after survey of young athletes, what is consistently reported as the most unpleasant part of their experience, says Mark Armstrong, activities director at Kearney (Neb.) High...
Bingaman tours Hotel Clovis, speaks at ENMU
August 6th, 2012
Jeff Bingaman visited eastern New Mexico on Monday for possibly his final time as a sitting senator.
Spokeswoman: 'Stuff the Bus' gaining traction
August 6th, 2012
The United Way of Eastern New Mexico's "Stuff the Bus" campaign is gaining traction in the community, according to a spokeswoman for the organization.United Way received 3,592 school supp...
Metal pipe touched power lines in electric shock incident
August 6th, 2012
Clovis Signs employees in Friday's fatal accident were installing material to a Mabry Drive billboard when a metal pipe used to secure the sign touched adjacent power lines, according to a police...
Business digest — Aug. 7
August 6th, 2012
Xcel Energy seeks more renewables in New MexicoXcel Energy's Southwestern Public Service Company is seeking proposals for renewable resources other than wind or solar as pa...
Airman using Kickstarter to pursue game project
August 6th, 2012
Matt Lowe hasn't been in Clovis long, but he is a relative groundbreaker for Clovis with a small online dream.
Everybody's business: Mid-year good time to review finances
August 6th, 2012
Now that the year is more than half over, it's the perfect time to review the finances and tax health of any small business. Plans and budgets should be compared with actual figures as of June 30...
Police blotter — Aug. 7
August 6th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Friday• 12:04 p.m.: Caller reported beer stolen from back...
Team roping has marathon type of feel
August 4th, 2012
If PBA bull riding is like the 100-meter dash of rodeo events, full of glitz and instant big rewards for the winners, team roping is more akin to the marathon.
CHS football begins practice on Monday
August 4th, 2012
Football practice is set to begin Monday at Clovis High, with the Wildcats going from 8 a.m. to around 1:30 p.m. with a break in the middle.Assistant coach Darren Kelley said the Cats will b...
Clovis woman killed in one-vehicle accident
August 4th, 2012
A Clovis woman was killed late Friday night in a one-vehicle accident in northern Curry County.Jamie Ingle, 49, died at the scene of the accident on N.M. 209.According to Curry County...
The miracle was Nancy Taylor
August 4th, 2012
In a way, last week was a blessing:• Time to reflect and remember all that Nancy Taylor has meant to this community and communities up and down the eastern side of the state.&bul...
Portales city councilor 'disgusted' about former police officer
August 4th, 2012
Portales city councilor Keith Thomas said Saturday he was disgusted when he learned about felony charges against former Portales police officer Victor Castillo.Castillo, charged Friday with...
Farmer: More rain, less heat needed
August 4th, 2012
Farmers in Curry and Roosevelt Counties say a recent increase in rain has helped produce better crops this year, but more rain and less heat are needed for crops to flourish.
Rural post offices face changes
August 4th, 2012
John Nance of Rogers said the U.S. Postal Service has been offering less than stellar service in the last two years so it comes as no surprise to him that Rogers' office hours will be cut to four...
Electric shock victim in satisfactory condition
August 4th, 2012
A Clovis man flown to a Lubbock hospital Friday after suffering severe burns from electric shocks was in satisfactory condition Saturday, according to a University Medical Center house supervisor.
Shoppers fill carts on tax-free weekend
August 4th, 2012
Shoppers around New Mexico were filling up their carts, and filling up a few school buses, while trying to not completely empty their wallets this weekend.
Field day focuses on sorghum, safflower
August 4th, 2012
New Mexico agriculture lives on despite the prominence of drought, according to New Mexico State University agricultural scientists. More than 70 agricultural minds gathered onto...
Bingaman to visit ENMU
August 4th, 2012
Sen. Jeff Bingaman, D-New Mexico, will visit Eastern New Mexico University at 10 a.m. on Monday to speak with students about affordable education for New Mexicans.Bingaman plans to discuss P...
Road work this week
August 4th, 2012
Area road construction and closure information for this week:State and FederalConstructors, Inc. remains on to First Street from Avenue C going west on First Street to Avenue F in Por...
School starting dates
August 4th, 2012
First days of school for the 2012-2013 school year:Curry County• Clovis Schools — August 20• Clovis Christian School — August 20• Clovis Commu...
Police blotter — Aug. 5
August 4th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Thursday• 12:03 a.m.: Caller reported shots fired in the...
Court dispositions — Aug. 5
August 4th, 2012
Recent cases in Curry County District Court, according to court records. Visit www.nmcourts.gov for more information on these cases.• Case number D-905-CR-201100279. Robert Shaw, born 1...
Club notes: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
American Legion AuxiliaryThe American Legion Auxiliary Department of New Mexico held their School of Instruction July 21-22 at the MGM Elegante in Albuquerque. Vicki Ovalle,...
Reunions: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
CHS class of 1960Clovis High School class of 1960 is having a class reunion Sept. 26 and Sept. 27 in Albuquerque at Sandia Resort. Several other classes (1955 through 1965,...
On the shelves: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
The following books are available at: Clovis-Carver Public Library“Better Homes and Gardens Biggest Book of Casseroles: More Than...
Show will feature local gardener
August 3rd, 2012
Information on designing and fitting knit garments, caring for houseplants, and ways to reduce the laundry load will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and...
Anniversaries: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
Romero Reynaldo and Sally Romero of Clovis will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary at 2 p.m. Aug. 18 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church with a reception to follow at Knig...
Weddings: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
Montgomery-AcostaLeila Montgomery and Harvey Acosta, both of Portales, were joined in marriage on July 13 at the Rose Garden in Clovis with Judge Fred Arnold performing the...
Senior calendar: Aug. 5
August 3rd, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at Friendship Senior CenterMonday: 1 p.m., bingo and refreshments at Lo...
Fair time brings back memories
August 3rd, 2012
So the late and sorely missed Chris Ledoux extolled the virtues of one of the highlights of many small town and rural areas — the county fair.From Montana to the Florida grasslands, fr...
My past now belongs in museum
August 3rd, 2012
We all want some of the things we touched in life to live on for posterity but it’s a shock to walk into a history museum and find an item you had personal experience operating.Such wa...
In Search of Ponies: Cats operate on reverse psychology
August 3rd, 2012
“I’m running late,” the woman’s sleepy voice stated. “I overslept because the cat laid on top of my cell phone and muffled the alarm.It had to be the best excus...
McGee: Grandma used to smoke the wacky weed
August 3rd, 2012
Summer days like these remind me of a time almost 40 years ago that I learned my grandma had smoked The Marijuana.My father's mother would sit in her easy chair in the corner of the living...
Former Portales cop accused of sex with a minor (Updated)
August 3rd, 2012
A former Portales police officer is charged with 31 felonies, accused of maintaining a sexual relationship with a 16-year-old girl he met while serving as the department's school resource officer....
Sign worker electrocuted (Updated)
August 3rd, 2012
One Clovis man died and another was severely burned when they apparently suffered electric shocks Friday while working on a billboard on east Mabry Drive, police said.Timothy J. Krach,...
School redistricting questions addressed
August 2nd, 2012
The parent turnout at the Clovis Municipal Schools second redistricting meeting Thursday was fewer than 10, but those present felt their questions on redistricting options were addressed well.
Officials approve resolution opposing rule change
August 2nd, 2012
Clovis City Commissioners approved a resolution during their Thursday meeting opposing an addition to the state's community development council rules that officials say could put future grant moni...
amos the churchmouse: ella the unenchanted ant
August 2nd, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can't operate the capital shift keys, and h...
Religion column: God makes for an excellent spiritual GPS
August 2nd, 2012
When Charlie and I are on a trip, gone are the days to plead with him to stop and ask for directions. No more are the days of reading a paper map. Now time is not lost stopping at convenience store...
Friend: Nancy Taylor’s death personal, communal
August 2nd, 2012
Eastern New Mexico lost a "loyal friend" with a "passion to feed the hungry," when Nancy Taylor died on Thursday, friends said.
Column: Gun laws won’t prevent deaths
August 2nd, 2012
Wouldn’t stronger laws or more strict enforcement stop people from killing the innocent with guns? For the life of me I can’t figure out why it’s supposedly worse to be murdered w...
Editorial: Congratulations, thanks belong to Doc Elder
August 2nd, 2012
Donald “Doc” Elder has brought multiple accolades to eastern New Mexico. The latest was announced this week: The Portales history professor by day is the Lone Star Conference Broa...
Cannon housing privatization delayed
August 2nd, 2012
A delay in housing privatization at Cannon Air Force base will not impact the influx of military personnel, according to a base spokesman.Negotiations with investors have delayed housing pri...
Organic food business opening
August 2nd, 2012
Bill Bargman says he aims to supply the demand of area residents' appetite for organic and gourmet foods.Bargman and his wife Rhonda plan to bring change to the Roden-Smith Building on Llan...
National Night Out set for Tuesday
August 2nd, 2012
National Night Out is 6 p.m. Tuesday at Greene Acres Park, according to a news release from the Clovis Police department.According to the news release:• The event is an opportuni...
Martinez initiates child support program
August 2nd, 2012
Gov. Susana Martinez initiated a program Thursday that promises to charge parents who fail to pay support in Curry and Roosevelt counties with felony child abandonment.Martinez said the Felo...
Portales police officer resigns
August 2nd, 2012
A Portales police officer resigned from the department Wednesday, less than one week after a New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy board member announced his officer certification had been suspended.
Business licenses — Aug. 3
August 2nd, 2012
The following business licenses were obtained from the City of Clovis for the month of July:• West Grand RV ParkType: Mobile home/RV parkOwner: Rothwell and Chapman...
Police blotter — Aug. 3
August 2nd, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Wednesday• 5:21 a.m: Caller requested a check for dim lig...
Religion calendar — Aug. 3
August 2nd, 2012
• Beacon of Light ChurchRecovery Class — 7 p.m.Address: 1300 N. Thornton St. Information: 763-9510• Bread of Life Ministries at Matt 25Saturday food and...
Olympics time for hopes, dreams
August 1st, 2012
When my less-than-blazing speed was duly noted by the Dora track coach 35-plus years ago, I was sent with the other slow-pokes to the old baseball field, supplied with a softball, a shot put and a...
Editorial: Desperation at heart of illegal immigration
August 1st, 2012
The Texas county lines that separate Goliad and Bee counties is 869 miles north of Mexico City and 1,572 miles southwest of Washington, D.C. Last month, however, a lonely spot be...
Report details March jail assault
August 1st, 2012
A Curry County jail inmate was discovered bloody and beaten shortly after noon on March 29. That's when another inmate "buzzed in to control and stated 'you better get me out of this pod before...
Field day to focus on doing more with limited resources
August 1st, 2012
Doing more with less is the theme of this year's field day set for Friday at the New Mexico State University Agricultural Science Center at Clovis, according to organizers.
Fishing report — Aug. 2
August 1st, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered...
Meetings watch: Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education
August 1st, 2012
The Clovis Municipals Schools board of education will meet at 2 p.m. Thursday at Clovis Community College in room 405 to discuss a superintendent's report.Items include:• Distri...
Meetings watch: Clovis Community College Board of Trustees
August 1st, 2012
The Clovis Community College board of trustees approved the following agenda items at its Wednesday meeting:• Five-year capital projects plan submittal. The following projects have been...
Education column: Changing technology means new challenges
August 1st, 2012
Before long, students will be heading back to school.Looking once more at the work being handled through our operations department in preparation for the return of school staff and students,...
CCC earns second 10-year accreditation
August 1st, 2012
Clovis Community College recently received its second 10-year independent accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission.
Businesses expecting boost in sales on tax-free weekend
August 1st, 2012
Sheila Hays, owner of Sheila's Ladies Apparel in Portales, expects to see the jeans and T-shirts fly off the shelves this weekend during the state's tax-free weekend sales.
Police blotter — Aug. 2
August 1st, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Tuesday• 1:57 a.m.: Caller reported he chased, on foot, t...
Redistricting proposals open for viewing
August 1st, 2012
The public can review and comment on Clovis Municipal Schools redistricting proposals 6 p.m. Thursday in the Clovis High School Lecture Hall.The school board will vote to choose a redistrict...
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