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Police investigating officer-involved shooting
Published: Wednesday, May 16th, 2012
Police shot a man fleeing a house at 1121 Sheldon St. about 6:40 p.m. Wednesday, according to neighbors. CNJ staff photo: Tony Bullocks Clovis police officers work the scene of what neighbors sai...
Ticket feature: Texas Tornados bring latest to Lubbock
Published: Wednesday, May 16th, 2012
With a music dabbling in many styles, and friendships going for 23 years, the Texas Tornados bring their latest to Lubbock this month.Courtesy photoThe Texas Tornados are slated for a show at the Cact...
Education feature: Kid's College offering new classes
Published: Wednesday, May 16th, 2012
Kid's College Summer 2012 at Clovis Community College starts June 4.The program offers classes for students from ages 3 to 18, and include hands-on workshops and athletic camps. Courtesy photo:...
5 Questions with Clovis High senior Trevaun Sanders
Published: Wednesday, May 16th, 2012
Editor's note: This is part of a continuing series of profiles on graduating Clovis High seniors. Graduation is 10 a.m. Saturday at the Curry County Events Center.Trevaun SandersTrevaun Sanders has m...
Class profiles: Texico High School
Published: Wednesday, May 16th, 2012
Elnabeth Grau, Texico High School guidance counselor, believes the success of Texico seniors is due largely to the high expectations of parents and the community."Those expectations influence the att...
Education column: Marshall students take stand
Published: Wednesday, May 16th, 2012
Last Thursday the Marshall Middle School gym was the site of the school's anti-bullying assembly. That may sound like a tedious topic, but the atmosphere was anything but. Staff and students were pos...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
Published: Wednesday, May 16th, 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:• Consideration of a bid for labor to install sprinkler upgrade...
Education digest — May 17
Published: Wednesday, May 16th, 2012
Schools launching summer reading programClovis Municipal Schools is launching its 2012 Summer Reading Program to encourage summer reading among students grades Pre-K through sixth.Summer reading logs...
Police blotter — May 17
Published: Wednesday, May 16th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Tuesday• 12:53 a.m.: Caller reported three females took off with alcohol without paying, 700 block of Hull Street.• 7:18 a.m.: Caller...
Clovis native seeking law change after daughter’s death
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
Clovis native Lauren Sackman is determined to make something positive out of the drowning death of her 7-year-old daughter last month in Georgia. Courtesy photo Hannah Ross, who was diagnosed wit...
Injunctions call for project halt
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
Two new injunctions have been filed in the 10th Judicial District Court calling for a halt to current and future construction of an intake structure at Ute Lake that is part of the Ute Water pipeline....
Elida mayor files complaint against Roosevelt sheriff's office chief...
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
During Tuesday's county commission, Elida Mayor Durward Dixon accused the chief deputy of the Roosevelt County Sheriff's Office of verbal assault and trespassing.The mayor filed a formal written com...
Candidate Q As: Probate judge
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
Republican candidates running for the Roosevelt County probate judge position were asked five questions for the June 5 primary. Answers were limited to 150 words and edited for clarity and style. Ther...
Elida mayor files complaint against Roosevelt sheriff's office chief...
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
During Tuesday's county commission, Elida Mayor Durward Dixon accused the chief deputy of the Roosevelt County Sheriff's Office of verbal assault and trespassing.The mayor filed a formal written com...
Governor makes statewide drought declaration
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — There's no question it's dry in New Mexico. Many will argue that's an understatement, including Gov. Susana Martinez.She has issued a drought declaration covering all of New Mex...
Ethnic fair changing time, location
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
"Same time, same place ..." is normally a way to let people know to expect a repeat of the previous edition.But the Clovis Ethnic Fair is a little different. Although the 21st edition of the fair is...
Police: Online crime reporting program effective
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
An interactive online crime reporting program used by the Clovis Police Department has been viewed 4,103 times since it was launched March 19, according to police Capt. Patrick Whitney.Whitney said da...
Cannon teams take first, second places in Great American Cleanup
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
Volunteers collected 323 bags of trash during the May 5 Great American Cleanup in Clovis.Two hundred and fifty volunteers participated, according to Tabetha Leinberger, Clovis Parks and Recreation adm...
United Way holding landlord seminar
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
The United Way of Eastern New Mexico is holding a seminar Monday on landlord rights and responsibilities.The one-hour forum, scheduled for 6 p.m. at Clovis Community College's Town Hall, will include...
Police blotter — May 16
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Monday• 6:30 a.m.: Caller reported finding a credit card, 100 block of Commerce Way.• 7:23 a.m.: Caller reported finding a purse with...
Press release: Udall talks filibusters, violence against women
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
WASHINGTON dash; On his weekly radio call today, U.S. SEN. TOM UDALL addressed the ongoing dysfunction and filibuster abuse in the Senate. Udall also criticized the House-version of the Violence Aga...
Former Cannon commander assigned to Kirtland
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
Brig. Gen. Scott D. West, former Cannon Air Force Base commander, has been assigned as commander of the Air Force Operational Test and Evaluation Center at Kirtland Air Force Base in Albuquerque, acco...
Farmers thankful for rain
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
It was simply water to some eastern New Mexico residents, and drenched streets to motorists, but local farmers felt another way about the weekend precipitation. CNJ staff photo: Kevin Wilson Rain...
Nearly 26,000 pounds of food collected during drive
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
Area mail carriers collected more than 26,000 pounds of food during Saturday's 20th annual National Association of Letter Carriers Food Drive. CMI staff photo: Benna Sayyed Portales High and Por...
CHS athletic director resigns
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
Clovis High School athletic director Brian Stacy has resigned, according to Clovis Municipal Schools Superintendent Terry Myers.Wildcats varsity baseball coach Drew Hatley also resigned his baseball p...
Business digest — May 15
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
Business Enterprise Center to host seminarsThe Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce and the Clovis Industrial Development Corp. are hosting three business seminars this week at the Business Enterpr...
Police blotter — May 15
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
Here is a sample of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Friday• 12:25 a.m.: Caller reported a possibly intoxicated male keeps returning to a local business to pick a fight with the clerk, 2100 blo...
Monday's area rain totals
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
Area rain totals Monday as of 3 p.m. (MST):• Clovis — 0.82• Elida — 0.02• Farwell — 1.27• Fort Sumner — 0.15• Friona — 1.03• Grady &md...
Other lawsuits
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
Here is a summary of other lawsuits filed against Curry County since 2005:Settled• Stephen W. HawkinsFiled: Oct. 4, 2005Charges: Hawkins, an adult probation officer, alleges he was denied overtim...
Lawsuits: Lois Bean
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
Editor’s note: The following is a summary of a lawsuit filed against Curry County since 2005. Information is alleged in the court documents unless otherwise attributed.Despite serious reservatio...
Lawsuits: Javier Jimenez
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
Editor’s note: The following is a summary of a lawsuit filed against Curry County since 2005. Information is alleged in the court documents unless otherwise attributed.He was arrested and jailed...
Lawsuits: Sarah Street
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
Editor’s note: The following is a summary of a lawsuit filed against Curry County since 2005. Information is alleged in the court documents unless otherwise attributed.She was stopped in Clovis...
Lawsuits: Terry Johnson
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
Unlike most of those suing the county, Johnson wasn't an inmate but a jail employee.Johnson, a detention officer in the juvenile facility, claimed he was forced to resign and later suffered through a...
Lawsuits against Curry County detail physical abuse at jails
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
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Monster truck driver living childhood dream
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
Saturday's sights and sounds at the Curry County Mounted Patrol Arena included loud cheering drowned out by thousands of horsepower, along with dirt and cars flying everywhere. CNJ staff photo:...
More than 400 graduate at ENMU
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
There were a few candid moments for Eastern New Mexico University graduates walking on stage to receive their degree Saturday morning at Greyhound Arena.Christina Calloway: Portales News-TribuneEaster...
Q A: EPCOR district manager talks water
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
The City of Clovis uses more than 9 million gallons of water per day during the summer, and it comes from EPCOR Water. The company, formerly known as New Mexico American Water, was purchased with most...
Relay fundraising reaches $100,000
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
"Bracelets for a dollar," the young saleswoman remarked as she whipped her pom pom sticks throughout the chilly night. CNJ staff photo: Tony Bullocks Hailey Griego, 9, from left, Taji Holguin,...
Court dispositions — May 13
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
Recent cases in Curry County District Court, according to court records:• Page, Thomas Edward, born 1955. Pleaded guilty to felony possession of a controlled substance; habitual offender. Charges...
Readers share stories of mothers
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
Clovis Media Inc. Editor David Stevens, on the eve of Mother's Day, asked Facebook friends for stories about their mothers.Here's a sampling:Ledonna Dawson, Clovis:She is very loving. My mom is high...
Police blotter — May 13
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Thursday• 12:14 a.m., Caller reported cones down causing traffic hazard, near Llano Estacado Boulevard and Norris Street.• 6:39 a.m.,...
Road construction this week — May 13
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
Area road construction information for this week:City of ClovisLujan Communications excavating for fiber optic cable from Norris to Gidding streets this week.K. Barnett and Sons is continuing construc...
Clovis police warn of scam
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
The Clovis Police Department is informing residents and local businesses of a new counterfeit money scam in the area.According to a department press release, "washed" $5 bills are being passed as $1...
Taking the next step
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
CMI photo: Tony BullocksClovis Community College student speaker Courtney Rose Kyle addresses the graduating class Friday night at the Clovis Civic Center during the 26th Commencement Convocatio...
Secretary of higher education talks college experience
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
With New Mexico Higher Education Department Secretary Jose Garcia speaking at the Eastern New Mexico University graduation commencement ceremonies today, Clovis Media staff decided to ask the guest sp...
More than 100 local groups participate in Relay for Life fundraiser
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
Hundreds were walking the track Friday night at Ned Houk Park, marking another year of the Relay for Life fundraiser. CMI Photo: Tony BullocksJeremy Martineau ran laps to raise funds with the Soc...
In search of ponies: Let’s view the world like children do
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
The wind giveth and it taketh away.At any given time around here you’re likely to be on one end or the other of the wind equation — losing or receiving property.Sometimes the gifts are lar...
McGee: Only a matter of time before we found Gene
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
The grass was growing higher and higher in the yard of The Stucco Hacienda. The weeds leered at me. I hadn’t seen a goat-head yet, but I was sure it was only a matter of time.Here it was not eve...
Musical mural vandalized
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
Steve DeLeon, owner of the Sports Angle, has a lot of classic items in his sports memorabilia story. But the music-themed mural on his building along Sixth Street might be its most recognizable piece...
Press release: Residents warned of counterfeit cash
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
Release Date: May 11, 2012 Incident Type: Counterfeit Money Scam In Clovis UsingWashed Money To Reprint $100 Bills Contact Person: Patrick Whitney, Captain, PublicInformation Offi...
Officials say they were aware of EPCOG issues
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Area officials said they were aware of Eastern Plains Council of Governments' failure to comply with federal- and state-mandated annual audits, but believed the benefits of agency outweighed the prob...
Never saw it coming
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Chuck Tipton, who was recently diagnosed with cancer, will be attending Clovis Relay for Life for the first time this year. In fact, he'll be singing at the event."I'm working on a song called 'Pr...
Albuquerque chosen for Tres Amigas operations center
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Tres Amigas has selected Albuquerque for its operations center and Rio Rancho for its backup center.New Mexico cities in the running included Clovis, Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and Belen. About 100 jobs...
Couponer touts savings
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Every deal Magen Friend finds in newspaper inserts and online advertisements she clips with her spring action scissors and puts into a well-organized binder. CMI staff photo: Christina CallowayMa...
Police blotter — May 11
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Wednesday• 12:44 a.m.: Caller reported loud music from a vehicle in the area, 800 block of Rencher Street.• 2:48 a.m.: Caller reporte...
amos the churchmouse: a tribute to amos s mom
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Editor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hurling himself at the keys, but he can't use the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation marks - except hyphens and dashes. a tribute to...
Religion column: Life's lessons worth another look
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Editor's note: The following column is being rerun at reader request.I wrote at the beginning of last year about 30 things I have learned. I have had several requests from readers to run this article...
House panel backs $642 billion defense bill
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House Armed Services Committee on Thursday overwhelmingly backed a $642 billion defense bill that calls for construction of a missile defense site on the East Coast, restor...
Tres Amigas selects Albuquerque for headquarters
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Tres Amigas has selected Albuquerque for its operations center and Rio Rancho for its backup center.Chase Gentry, executive director of the Clovis Industrial Development Corp., said city officials lea...
Xcel representatives talk growth, infrastructure
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Representatives from Xcel Energy on Wednesday held an informational meeting at the Clovis Civic Center, with about 50 business and civic leaders in attendance.The invitation-only event, known as a Cus...
CCC graduate looks to nursing career
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
When Laci Hand walks across the stage to receive her nursing diploma Friday during Clovis Community College's spring graduation, her journey in nursing is far from over.Laci HandHand, 20, plans to wo...
EPCOG audits show financial mismanagement
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
The first of seven government-mandated audits of the Eastern Plains Council of Government dating back to 2005 painted a picture of financial mismanagement and ineptitude that is likely to be repeated...
New Mexico chosen for Tres Amigas headquarters
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Tres Amigas has chosen New Mexico for its headquarters, according to a release from Rep. Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M.The location within New Mexico is still to be determined. New Mexico cities in the running...
Ticket feature: Kicker Monster Truck Nationals this weekend
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Cycle City Promotions is offering another round of big trucks and a big show to match.The Kicker Monster Truck Nationals are set for 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Curry County Fairgrounds. The...
Leadership Clovis participants honored
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
The latest class of Leadership Clovis is the biggest in the program's 23 years.Twenty-eight participants were honored during a banquet Wednesday night at the Clovis Civic Center. The program is a nin...
Marshall students, staff take steps against bullying
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Teachers and administrators at Marshall Middle School have taken proactive steps to combat bullying over the past two years.An anti-bullying program was started at Marshall in August 2010, and accordi...
Education column: Warmer weather means fun in sun
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
This is that time of year when schools, taking advantage of the mostly agreeable weather, begin to organize outdoor events, such as field days, learning service activities and field trips, to enhance...
Police blotter — May 10
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Tuesday• 8:10 a.m.: Caller requested an officer standby to retrieve their belongings, 1100 block of Purdue Avenue.• 10:38 a.m.: Calle...
Press release: Lujan applauds decision to locate Tres Amigas headquart...
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Washington, D.C. - Congressman Ben Ray Luján of New Mexico's Third District applauded the recent decision by Tres Amigas, LLC to locate its headquarters in New Mexico. Tres Amigas was consider...
Press release: Leadership Clovis graduates largest class
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
The 23rd year of the Clovis/Curry County Chamber leadership program, Leadership Clovis, was highlighted with the graduation of 27 class participants during a banquet held at the Clovis Civic Center on...
Press release: KENW-TV schedules online auction
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
With over 1500 items to choose from, bidders will have fun bidding on merchandise and gift certificates during KENW-TV's 36th Annual Online Auction, which is scheduled for June 1st through the 10th....
Press release: Udall talks college interest rates, marriage equality
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
WASHINGTON dash; On his weekly radio call, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall discussed the Senate's vote today to prevent the interest rates on Stafford college loans from doubling on July 1. He also discussed m...
Water board affirms support of Ute project
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
The city's water policy advisory board unanimously affirmed support of the Eastern New Mexico Rural Water System Tuesday, after City Commissioner Randy Crowder presented research on the viability of...
Harden speaks out on Senate race
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
Clint Harden feels a primary challenge for his New Mexico Senate seat was engineered by Gov. Susana Martinez, who denies the charge.But Harden said he was not forced into retiring after 10 years in of...
Police blotter — May 9
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Monday• 12:42 a.m., Caller reported a fire in a bar ditch, near state road 209 and Curry road 22.• 12:44 a.m., Caller reported a smal...
J.D. Isler resigns at McMurry
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
Former Clovis High School basketball coach J.D. Isler has resigned after one season as coach at McMurry University.Dave Beyer, the school’s sports information director, made the announcement thi...
Rabies confirmed in Curry County skunk
Published: Monday, May 7th, 2012
The first case of rabies since 2009 has been confirmed in Curry County.According to Dr. Paul Ettestad, New Mexico state veterinarian, a Curry County dog and four puppies were exposed to rabies last we...
Editorial: Time to stop questions about guv’s grandpa
Published: Monday, May 7th, 2012
O K, so now we know. But why did anyone have to care? It’s now been confirmed that Gov. Susana Martinez’ paternal grandfather was a U.S. citizen and not an illegal immigrant. Holy smokes,...
Homebuilders: Keeping quality up, costs down challenge
Published: Monday, May 7th, 2012
The challenge for a homebuilder isn't an unfamiliar concept to any other business. CNJ staff photo: Kevin WilsonTerry Shea of C.E. Reese Builders Inc. saws a board for a doorway Monday afternoon...
Drought, groundwater plans on water board agenda
Published: Monday, May 7th, 2012
A state-produced drought report and a plan to pump ground water from Fort Sumner as an alternative to the Ute water project are the among the items that will be addressed ay today's water policy advi...
Business licenses — May 8
Published: Monday, May 7th, 2012
The following business licenses were obtained from the city of Clovis for the month of April:• Big Mike's Gun and AmmoType: GunsOwner: Michael ChristophersonLocation: 221 Wilmington Circle•...
Everybody's business: What's in a name?
Published: Monday, May 7th, 2012
What's in a name? A lot, when it comes to small business success. The right name can make your company the talk of the town or doom it to obscurity. Ideally, your name conveys the expertise, value an...
Police blotter — May 8
Published: Monday, May 7th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Friday• 8:58 a.m.: Caller reported fence and storage lock cut and ATV stolen, 300 block of South Alphon Street.• 11:22 a.m.: Caller r...
Official: ENMU no exception to inflation
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
John Bonner isn't too bothered by the tuition increases at Eastern New Mexico University over the four years he's been there.Non-resident tuition and fees have more than doubled over the last 20 yea...
Road construction this week
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Area road construction information for this week:City of ClovisLujan Communications continues fiber optic cable excavation at 21st and Norris streets this week, moving north on Norris Street.K. Barnet...
Cancer or no, Basketts fighting good fight
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
April 19, 2011, was a Tuesday. It was also the day Hank Baskett Jr. went to a doctor's office in Lubbock to check on what everybody told him was pneumonia. Those two statements are not in dispute to...
Police blotter — May 6
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Thursday• 2:49 a.m., Caller reported a neighbor's dog barking, 2900 block of Mandell Circle.• 8:39 a.m., Caller reported her truck b...
Teams prepare for annual Relay
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Clovis Relay for Life fed more than 400 cancer survivors last year at its annual event.File photoRelay for Life organizers hope to raise $140,000 from this year's event, according to co-chair Rebecca...
Weekly update — May 6
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Police officer's case to proceed with motionsThe almost three-year-old case of Clovis police officer Stephen Gallegos will proceed with a series of motions at 2:30 p.m. May 21 at the Curry County Cou...
Column: I'm a believer of my philosophies
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Contrary to popular opinion, I am a “believer.”I believe:• If putting from 50 yards off the green becomes prohibited, I will stop golfing.• Most politicians and party members bea...
Column: Everybody can make contribution
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
On the walls at Dora School last week were flyers that read, “Got food? Some don’t.”In the center was a photo of a young woman known very well to that school.Sarah Walker is a 20-yea...
Editorial: State support for higher education lacking
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
President Barack Obama picked an easy — but important — issue to share with college students last week, including some at the University of Iowa.The interest rate on the popular Stafford s...
Average high school graduation rate drops in N.M.
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
SANTA FE — New Mexico's statewide average high school graduation rate slipped to 63 percent last year, but the Public Education Department said Friday it had changed the graduation calculation...
Grand jury clears ex-city employee
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
A former Clovis city employee will ask for his job back after a Curry County grand jury found no probable cause to proceed with embezzling charges, according to his attorney, Dan Lindsey.Gilbert Marti...
Curry County fugitive nabbed during traffic stop
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
A traffic stop to aid motorists in need yielded an arrest of a subject wanted for eight counts of criminal sexual penetration in Curry County.Marc Davila, 22, was arrested Sunday as a Luna County Sher...
McGee: Pizza place closing remains mystery
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
Every time I drive by the building where the pizza place used to be I chuckle. I still find it amazing that they packed everything up and moved out practically overnight last fall. I'm not mentioning...
City Pools opening for summer
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
With the temperture heating up and school coming to a close, area outdoor public pools will be opening soon.The Portales city pool opens May 23 and Potter Park pool and Hillcrest Park splash pad May 2...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
The Clovis City Commission met Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.During the meeting:• An existing .25 percent gross receipts tax for street repairs was allocated. Th...
Commission introduces annexation ordinance
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Following a lengthy back-and-forth Thursday evening, the Clovis City Commission voted to introduce an ordinance for annexation of 593 acres of land northwest of Clovis that includes the site of a new...
State secretary of education tours Tucumcari Elementary
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
State Secretary of Education Hanna Skandera made an impromtu visit Thuesday to Tucumcari Elementary School. QCS photo: Thomas Garcia New Mexico Secretary of Education Hanna Skandera, right...
City holding spring cleanup
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
The city of Clovis is holding its spring cleanup, part of the Great American Cleanup, 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, according to a news release from the office of City Manager Joe Thomas. The event w...
More than 300 gather for day of prayer
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
More than 300 worshippers gathered Thursday for the National Day of Prayer looked to the heavens for more than just guidance. CNJ staff photo: Tonjia RolanOyin Kokoricha, left, and daughter Ariel...
Reader-submitted: High Plains Chorale performing today
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
The High Plains Chorale of Clovis Community College will present "An Evening of American Choral Music" 7 p.m. today in the sanctuary of First United Methodist Church.The church is located at 1501 Sy...
Food bank joint sponsoring food drive
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
The Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico and the National Association of Letter Carriers is partnering to collect food donations May 12 to feed the hungry in Curry and Roosevelt counties.As part of the Sta...
First person: Rotarian on rise
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Lonnie Leslie has been part of Rotary International for 24 years. In two more years, he'll have one of its highest honors. Courtesy photo Lonnie Leslie has been selected as a Rotary Internationa...
Police blotter — May 4
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Wednesday• 2:30 a.m.: Caller reported a woman with dog bites to the face, near Hinkle Street and Sixth Street.• 6:44 a.m.: Caller rep...
Religion feature: Pastor organizes food drive
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Pastor Bonita Knox believes all humans have a duty to share what they have with other humans abundantly.For this reason, Knox organizes a food drive and a coin collection the first Sunday of every mon...
Religion column: Keep children’s watchful eyes in mind
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
I was looking through old pictures and found a picture of then 3-year-old daughter Annie standing with my shoes on and an old purse slung over her shoulder.She went through a time where she tried to w...
amos the churchmouse: ernie the fruit peddler
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the keyboard letters, and he can't operate the capital shift, and he shuns punctuation mar...
Religion digest — May 4
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Relatives to pray for woman's returnRelatives and friends of Kathy Lawson-Arredondo will gather at 8:30 p.m. May 11 at the Prince Street Baptist Church, 421 Prince St. to pray for her return to Clovi...
Vehicle leak slows Cannon traffic
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
The Portales gate of Cannon Air Force Base on New Mexico Highway 467 was closed shortly before 10 a.m. today due to a substance found leaking from a vehicle, according to a press release on the...
Friday morning briefing: Cleaning up, free acting advice and Charlie B...
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Friday briefing.Cleanup timeClovis’ annual Great American Cleanup picks up starting 8 a.m. Saturday at Parks and Recreation headquarters, 500 Sycamore St.A...
Ticket feature: Mariachi Mystery Tour new take on Beatles
Published: Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
For its final act of the 2011-12 Cultural Arts Series, Clovis Community College is presenting an altogether different view of four musicians from "Yesterday." Courtesy photoThe Mariachi Mystery...
Class profiles: Melrose High School
Published: Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Melrose High School made history this year, when Kendra Jacobs and Misha Riley received Pursuing Victory with Honor scholarships.It was the first time in New Mexico Activities Association scholarship...
Education feature: Student overcomes addiction, incarceration to conti...
Published: Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Misty Maldonado has gone from being addicted to heroin and cocaine for 10 years and being incarcerated for more than two to earning straight A's at Clovis Community College. CNJ staff photo: Ton...
Education column: Music touches students' lives
Published: Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Last Friday, while walking down the hall at Marshall Middle School, I heard beautiful music coming from the auditorium. Catching a glimpse of Keith Sacane, middle school band director — dapper i...
Army recruiter accused of solicitation
Published: Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
A 26-year-old U.S. Army recruiter from Midland, Texas, was arrested Tuesday in Clovis, accused of using the Internet to solicit sex from what he thought was a 12-year-old girl.The girl was, in fact, a...
Police blotter — May 3
Published: Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Tuesday• 12:47 a.m.: Caller reported a female outside yelling, 900 block of North Reid Street.• 5:47 a.m.: Caller reported a male in...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
Published: Wednesday, May 2nd, 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:• Allocation of an existing .25 percent gross receipts tax for...
Thursday morning briefing: Spring sing, the Maypole's here and from s...
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Thursday briefing. Spring singSomething special at Eastern New Mexico University’s annual Spring Choral Concert 7 p.m. today.The program is a musical celebra...
Clovis Community College raising student fees
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Clovis Community College will be raising student fees next semester, but not tuition, according to President Becky Rowley.Debbie Zurzolo, CCC's chief financial officer, said a student facility use fe...
Clovis Community College raising student fees
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Clovis Community College will be raising student fees next semester, but not tuition, according to President Becky Rowley.Debbie Zurzolo, CCC's chief financial officer, said a student facility use fe...
Business feature: Dawg Houze starts taxi service
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Clinton Smith considers himself a regular on weekends at the Dawg Houze bar in Portales.CMI staff photo: Christina CallowayDawg Houze owner Chad Heflin opens the door to the community with his new tax...
Police blotter — May 2
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Monday• 1:24 a.m.: Caller advised items were missing from her home, 1300 block of East 13th Street.• 5:35 a.m.: Caller reported a mal...
Committee mulls growth planner duties
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
The Local Growth Management Committee plans to hire a new regional growth planner. What's undecided is how much will be tasked to the planner when a contract is drawn up.Members of the LGMO met Tuesd...
Auctioneer raises money to fight cancer
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Auctioneering is not only how Robert Rosales earns part of his income but is also how he raises money to help in the battle against cancer. CNJ staff photo: Benna SayyedRosales, auctioneer for Ro...
Wednesday morning briefing: Off the grid, no grumps and the circus com...
Published: Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Wednesday briefing.Off the gridA Los Angeles-based production company is looking for off-beat communities, families or couples living off the grid.It’s part of ca...
Meetings watch: Local Growth Management Committee
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
The Local Growth Management Committee will meet 8:30 a.m. Tuesday a the Curry County Council Chambers in the Curry County Courthouse.Agenda items include:• Organization of leadership, including e...
Suspect identified in shooting
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
Clovis police have identified a suspect in a Friday shooting on Hull Street.Daniel DuranA warrant for aggravated burglary with a deadly weapon has been issued for Daniel Duran, 51, of Clovis. He is ac...
Meetings watch: CCC Board of Trustees
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
The Clovis Community College Board of Trustees will meet at 8 a.m. today in room 512 at CCC.Items on the agenda include:• A budget adjustment request for fiscal year 2011-2012.• A proposed o...
In tribute: Crash victim, volunteer remembered for smile
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
Crystal Sutherland was a volunteer, an employee and a Special Olympics contestant. Courtesy photo: Debbie Barela Crystal Sutherland, left, and her mother Debbie Barela.Sutherland died Wednesday i...
State in slog toward economic recovery
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico remains in a slog toward economic recovery.The Albuquerque Journal reports that economic data for the second half of 2011 shows New Mexico's job creation numbers are tr...
No one hurt in Sunday fire
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
Nobody was hurt in a home fire northwest of Clovis early Sunday morning.According to Clovis Fire Department Capt. Allan Silvers:• Fire crews were paged at 1:13 a.m. Sunday regarding a fire at 105...
Police blotter — May 1
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Friday• 6:55 a.m.: Caller reported mother fell and cannot get to the door, 100 block of Waneta Circle.• 10:41 a.m.: Caller reported s...
Area seniors honored at 4.0 banquet
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
The following Curry County high school seniors were honored Monday at The Bank of Clovis' 25th annual honors banquet. The banquet honors those seniors that have had a 4.0 or better since the ninth gr...
Kite Karnival draws about 500
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Maj. Rob Chambers is used to flying. After all, he's been a pilot for 15 years and flies Dornier-328 aircraft with the 551st Special Operations Squadron at Cannon Air Force Base. CNJ photo: Gabr...
Roping contest draws old hands, new blood alike
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Golf might be the more common recreational activity for those getting a little older, but don't count out calf roping just yet.CNJ staff photo: Tony BullocksCalf roper Wayne Dabbs ropes his calf Satu...
Q A: TV show representative talks pets, second chances
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
The story of Armando "Mando" Galindo is a tale of second chances. Or perhaps it's a tail. CNJ staff photo: Tony Bullocks Mando Galindo of Oxnard, Calif., one of the stars of the Animal Plant s...
Residents share volunteering stories
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Area residents tell us why they volunteer:David Bell, 51, of Clovis, volunteers at the Lighthouse Mission in Clovis:"I was in the drug and alcohol program here at one time. Now that I'm back on my f...
Upcoming graduations
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
2012 graduations, promotions and award ceremonies for area schools:Clovis• Clovis Community College — Graduation: May 11, 6 p.m. and nurses pinning 11 a.m. at the Clovis Civic Center•...
Police blotter — April 29
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Thursday• 12:57 a.m., Caller reported door knock and run twice in a short period, 100 block of Circle Drive.• 1:08 a.m., Caller repor...
Road construction this week
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Area road construction information for this week:City of ClovisBeginning Tuesday, Lujan Communications will begin fiber optic excavation at 21st and Norris streets, moving north on Norris Street over...
Relay for Life auction today
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
Team Roundup a Cure, an auction to raise money for the Clovis Relay for Life, will be held 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. today at the Underground Arts Embassy at 321 E. First St. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.Tickets ar...
Into the wild
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
The weather is beginning to warm up, which means it's time for outdoor activities. CMI photo: Thomas Garcia Western Kingbirds are among the numerous species of birds found at the Muleshoe W...
Myers drops out of GOP senate race
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
A heated state senate primary became a heated two-person race Friday. In a joint press conference at the Clovis-Carver Public Library, Mark Myers dropped out of the state senate District 7 race and endorsed f...
Clovis man stable after shooting
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
Clovis police are investigating a shooting Friday morning on Hull Street that hospitalized a Clovis man with a leg wound.At 4 p.m. Friday, David Garcia, 36, was in stable condition at Plains Regional...
Press release: Clovis man shot in leg on Hull Street
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
Clovis dash; April 27, 2012 dash; On Friday, April 27, 2012, at approximately 8:54 AM, the Clovis Police Department Dispatch Center received a 911 call with information someone was involved in a f...
Press release: State and federal support for Eastern New Mexico Rural...
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
On April 25, 2012 the NM State Water Trust Board acted to approve $3,788,834 in FY 2012 for the Eastern New Mexico Rural Water System (ENMRWS). This state sponsored regional rural water project...
Reader-submitted: Handbell choir performing Sunday
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
The Asbury Ringers of First United Methodist Church will be performing "An Evening of English Handbells" 6 p.m. Sunday in the church's Sanctuary, 1501 Sycamore St. Photo submitted by Ken McDon...
Dry county
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
Last year was sixth driest in recorded New Mexico history, according National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association — and this year isn't stacking up to be much better. CNJ staff photo: Tony...
Dennis Chavez pond may be stocked for fishing
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
Wanna hear a fish story? CNJ staff photo: Tony Bullocks Geese gather Wednesday at Dennis Chavez Park, which is soon to be restocked with catfish by the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish.Denn...
Driver in fatal crash says he was trying to avoid accident
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
The driver of a cement truck involved in Wednesday's fatal wreck at Seventh and Norris streets said he was trying to avoid an accident when the truck rolled over, according to the Clovis police incid...
Police blotter — April 27
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
Samplings of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• Midnight: Caller reported a red jeep on its side, 1400 block of Stagecoach Trail.• 3:56 a.m.: Caller reported a suspicious dark-col...
Religion feature: Cowboy church draws casual crowd
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
Dusty Leatherwood preaches to his congregation Monday nights in the lobby of Clovis Livestock Auction, about 20 feet from where livestock is sold to the highest bidder.He preaches from a podium made f...
Religion column: God always ready to answer his phone
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
Virginia was a telephone switchboard operator in the mountains of North Carolina. It was the depression era, and times were hard. Virginia loved to visit with her neighbors as she was connecting their...
amos the churchmouse: changing world same jesus
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on a computer keyboard, but he can't operate the capital shift, and he shuns punctuation mark...
Heat sets record
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
A Portales sandwich shop saw its busiest day in the past few months Wednesday thanks to customers coming in to beat the record heat.Iced coffee drinks and ice cream were the popular menu items for the...
Ticket feature: Kite Karnival set for Saturday
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
Cannon Air Force Base is hoping for a windy Saturday, giving the eastern New Mexico skies a home for hundreds of kites. File photo Nashawn Hare, 9, works to detangle his kite’s tail from it...
Four tribute artists, local country singer lined up for music festival
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
Four tribute artists and a budding local country artist will join rock 'n' roll legend Chubby Checker in the entertainment lineup for the 2012 Clovis Musical Festival.The 25th annual festival is Sep...
Class profiles: Grady High School
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
When Grady's seven graduating seniors were asked to list their accomplishments, they formed a quorum, held a meeting, presented the case, and decided against it."We don't need bragging rights," se...
Police blotter — April 26
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
Samplings of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday• 12:10 a.m.: Caller reported shoplifting in progress, 2600 block of West Seventh Street.• 1:08 a.m.: Caller reported dogs fighting in...
Commissioner makes use of property tax exemption
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
Curry County Commissioner Dan Stoddard recently established the non-profit, New Mexico Veterans Hope Inc., in Santa Rosa, where he said he helps homeless veterans.It was through his work with veterans...
Education column: Contest inspires creative thinkers
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
There is a remarkable event that takes place across the country called Destination ImagiNation. This non-profit organization is a globally recognized creative problem-solving competition, covering all...
Clovis woman dies in wreck
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
Police confirm that one person died Wednesday morning when a cement truck collided with a car at Seventh and Norris streets in Clovis.Clovis Police Chief Steve Sanders said police were still at the sc...
Q A: Singer talks opera
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
Joshua Guerrero says he's "late to the opera game" and was previously singing pop music for a couple of years before he focused on opera.The 29-year-old is a member of the Santa Fe Opera's Apprent...
Hot, dry weather contributes to moth invasion
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
Moths are flying into refrigerators, landing in coffee cups, dive-bombing sleeping victims and plastering vehicles with their gooey carcasses, according to Clovis residents. Courtesy photo: North...
ENMU tuition, fees increasing 4.9 percent
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
The Eastern New Mexico University Board of Regents approved a 4.9 percent increases in tuition and fees next year at Tuesday's meeting on the Portales campus."This increase will still enable us to b...
Police blotter — April 25
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls for:Monday• 3:09 a.m., Caller reported finding a duffle bag of clothes and papers under a trailer, 700 block of North Prince.• 6:45 a.m.,...
Press release: Udall talks postal reform, violence against women
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
WASHINGTON dash; On his weekly radio call, U.S. SEN. TOM UDALL gave an update today on efforts in the U.S. Senate to reform the U.S. Postal Service. Udall also discussed the reauthorization of the V...
County road proposal submitted
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
Curry County has submitted a proposal for a Community Development Block Grant to improve rural roads.The $450,000 grant proposal is for street/drainage improvements for Buffalo Road, Coyote Road, Char...
Earth Day presentation promotes green message
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
Students at Eastern New Mexico University ignored the age old advice, "Don't play with your food," Monday, at an Earth Day celebration that featured Frisbees as plates. CNJ staff photo: Tonjia...
Meetings watch: Clovis Parks and Recreation Board
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
The Clovis Parks and Recreation Board met Monday at Clovis City Hall.During the meeting:• Members decided on a recommendation of fees and a schedule for the splash pad, located at the former site...
Part of historic train may get movie role
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
Walt Disney Pictures is interested in using items off an historic train engine that sat in Hillcrest Park for more than 50 years in a movie. File photoThe railroad retired and donated engine numb...
Local farmers pushing for dairy law
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
Add eastern New Mexico dairies to the list of those pushing for passage of the Dairy Security Act.The act, House Resolution 3062, is a response to the combination of high feed prices and low milk pric...
Business digest — April 24
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
Local crane company soldWilhite Crane has been sold to a Roswell company.Former owner Kenny Wilhite said the company, which has operated for more than 15 years in Clovis, should smoothly transition to...
Ute project bids higher than projected
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
The Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority had a pair of firsts Monday. CNJ staff photo: Kevin Wilson Bids for the first phase of construction for the Eastern New Mexico Rural Water System ar...
Police blotter — April 24
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls:Friday• 12:54 a.m.: Caller reported a fire in back yard near fence, 900 block of South Valley Drive.• 3:48 a.m.: Caller reported two peop...
Martinez faces heat for helping in GOP senate race
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
SANTA FE — Gov. Susana Martinez is drawing heat from a few Republicans for throwing her might and her political action committee's money in a contested GOP primary for a state senate seat in ea...
Water authority hires law firm
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
The Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority hired legal representation for a lawsuit filed last week by the Village of Logan during a special meeting Monday morning at Clovis City Hall. The me...
Column: Birthdays can bring some positives
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Don’t panic if you forgot my birthday today; you’ve still got time to shop.You can order tickets online from the Texas Rangers, Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Cowboys or a gift certificate from...
Editorial: Horse slaughter offers solution in tough time
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Horses are majestic animals, loyal companions, hard workers, even great exercise. All true. But none of those points offer a reason to block the opening of a proposed equine slaughterhouse in Ro...
Clovis High senior spends day as county manager
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Clovis senior Taylor Ann Marez was chosen from four high school applicants to become "county manager for a day."CNJ staff photo: Tony BullocksClovis senior Taylor Ann Marez was chosen from four high...
Police blotter — April 22
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire calls:Thursday• 12:45 a.m.: Caller reported windows broken out of his home, 500 block of Merriwether Street.• 2:22 a.m.: Caller reported loud m...
Road construction this week
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Area road construction information for this week:City of Clovis• Beginning Monday, Lujan Communications will be doing cable work at Ash Street and Santa Fe Avenue and at North Oak and Maple Stree...
Belly dancing featured at Women's Day Out
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
When Eastern New Mexico University graduate student Lauren Davis moved to Portales from St. Louis three years ago, she became a belly dancer. CMI staff photo: Benna SayyedEastern New Mexico Unive...
Proposed horse slaughterhouse sparks debate
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Sixteen-year-old Jaycee Gallegos loves her horse Thorr. She's grown up in the rodeo, winning her first saddle when she was five, and helps care for the four horses her family owns.Her bond with Thorr...
Home and garden show features doghouse contest
Published: Friday, April 20th, 2012
The annual Clovis Home and Garden Show is designed for all sizes of upgrades for the average home. But the biggest upgrade for some families this weekend will be for their little furry friend.CNJ staf...
Lubbock woman facing fraud charges
Published: Friday, April 20th, 2012
A Lubbock woman was indicted Friday on charges of nearly $50,000 in fraud over a three-year period, according to a release from the Ninth Judicial District.Tovia O'Neal, 35, was charged with one coun...
Habitat for Humanity collecting tools, supplies
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Habitat for Humanity is accepting donations of tools, building materials and home supplies noon to 6 p.m. April 27 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 28 at North Plains Mall. The tool drive will be held on t...
ENMU focuses on school safety
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
With several noteworthy instances of school shootings over the past few decades — notably the Columbine High School shootings 13 years ago as of Friday — Eastern New Mexico University Poli...
amos the churchmouse: freddie s former state
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hurling himself at the keys, but he can't operate the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation ma...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
The Clovis City Commission met Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.Mayor David Lansford and Mayor Pro Tem Len Vohs were not in attendance. Commissioner Bobby Sandoval chair...
Religion column: God brings lasting fulfillment
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
I remember a time when our family and one other family took a trip to the Missouri State Fair. The Missouri State Fair was quite an attraction with all the farm animals and competitions. Yet it was th...
Oasis State Park offering summer nature programs
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Oasis State Park will offer a look at the night sky through its new 10-inch telescope Saturday.The star gazing party from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. is just one example of the activities to be offered at the p...
Rodeo draws crowd from around US
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
When mild mannered Melrose accountant Susan Vick leaves the office Friday, she will transform into a dirt-eatin', calf-wranglin', rope-slingin' cowgirl. Courtesy photo: Susan VickVick’s...
Police blotter — April 20
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• 12:02 a.m., Caller reported two boys broke into a car taking a radio, laptop and purse, 3500 block of Cesar Chavez Dr.• 12...
Religion columnist publishes book
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Judy Scott Brandon said her recently published book, “What Does the Lord Require of Thee?” is a testimony to how she has seen God work in people’s lives, particularly people living i...
Police blotter — April 20
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• 12:02 a.m., Caller reported two boys broke into a car taking a radio, laptop and purse, 3500 block of Cesar Chavez Dr.• 12...
Clovis man dies in rollover
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
A Clovis man is dead and three others seriously injured from a rollover crash about 9 p.m. Wednesday at C.R. 9.5 and Pioneer Street, according to Curry County Undersheriff Wesley Waller.Waller said Be...
Habitat accepting tool donations
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Habitat for Humanity is accepting donations of tools, building materials and home supplies noon to 6 p.m. April 27 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 28 at North Plains Mall.The tool drive will be held on th...
Ticket feature: Home and Garden Show this weekend
Published: Wednesday, April 18th, 2012
This weekend's Home and Garden Show is a staple of April for the Home Builders Association of Eastern New Mexico.File photoThe Clovis Home and Garden Show begins 10 a.m. Saturday and continues...
Class profiles: Clovis Christian School
Published: Wednesday, April 18th, 2012
Editor’s note: This is the first in a series of profiles of the local high school graduating classes. Clovis Christian School was recently called "a gem on the prairie" in a report by the Asso...
Local officials weigh in on school discipline
Published: Wednesday, April 18th, 2012
The superintendents for the Portales and Clovis school systems said they have never seen an incident within any local schools that warranted restraining or handcuffing an elementary-aged child.But tha...
Navy petty officer from Clovis awarded for rescue efforts
Published: Wednesday, April 18th, 2012
A Navy petty officer from Clovis was honored earlier this month for his rescue efforts aboard an MH-60S helicopter in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, according to a Navy press releasePetty Office...
Education column: Meet fosters opportunity to excel
Published: Wednesday, April 18th, 2012
The term "Friday Night Lights" took on a new meaning last Friday at Clovis High School. It was the annual "Wildcat Relays," a major track meet at CHS that has become a big deal across the state of...
Police blotter — April 19
Published: Wednesday, April 18th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday• 12:55 a.m.: Caller reported parents fighting, 500 block of East Grand Avenue.• 1:44 a.m.: Caller reported white truck circli...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
Published: Wednesday, April 18th, 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:• Annexation of Wilhite Road between Prince and Thornton street...
Village of Logan files suit to halt Ute water project
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
The Village of Logan filed suit Tuesday against state, federal and local agencies calling for the halt of construction, funding and advancement of any portion of the proposed Eastern New Mexico Rural...
Meetings watch: Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
The Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education met Tuesday and approved the following:• James Bickley and Ranchvale elementary school students competing in Destination Imagination were granted p...
Giraffes under increased security
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
Clovis' tallest toddler nibbled peacefully from tree branches Tuesday at Hillcrest Park Zoo, ignoring her mother and pricking her ears attentively to the sound of camera flashes. CNJ staff photo...
Portales man facing more child sex allegations
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
A 38-year-old Portales man, arrested last week on a single charge of criminal sexual penetration of a minor, is facing 12 additional allegations against the same child.RamirezApolinar Ramirez was arre...
County, state to split courthouse carpet cost
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
Curry County and the state will split the cost of installing new carpeting and hopefully get state court employees back into their second-floor offices soon.Commissioners approved the deal Tuesday dur...
Quarterly luncheon covers ag, athletics
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
Following an update from New Mexico State University employees at the Ag 50's Tuesday luncheon, Chairman Sid Strebeck had the perfect summation. CNJ staff photo: Kevin Wilson New Mexico State Un...
New county finance director announced
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
Lee Ann Hutchins is Curry County's new finance director, County Manager Lance Pyle announced Tuesday.Hutchins assumes a post vacated earlier this year by Mark Lansford. Her annual salary is $54,657.H...
Press release: Udall talks tax fairness
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
WASHINGTON dash; On his weekly radio call, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall today expressed his disappointment that the Senate blocked legislation to enact the "Buffett Rule," which would help restore fairness...
Press release: Bingaman talks Buffett Rule
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
WASHINGTON dash; U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today talked about the Paying a Fair Share Act - otherwise known as the Buffett Rule - that is before the Senate today. Bingaman's remarks can be retrie...
Logan officials file injunction against Ute Water Project
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
The village of Logan filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday asking for an injunction to stop all construction on the Ute Water Project.The lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court in Albuquerque also seeks an in...
Clovis schools going green
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
Clovis schools are going green, according to Joel Shirley, Director of Operations for Clovis Municipal Schools.A new $25 million, energy-efficient W.D. Gattis Middle School, being constructed on North...
EPCOG off hook for improperly spent money
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
Members of the Eastern Plains Council of Governments learned Monday morning they would not be on the hook for $200,000 improperly spent on a lease, purchase and remodel of the Clovis Workforce Connect...
Business digest — April 17
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
Farmer starts term on beef boardFriona dairy farmer Tom Alger has kicked off his three-year term on the Cattlemen's Beef Promotion and Research Board, which oversees administration of the national Be...
Meetings watch: Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
The Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education will meet 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at the administration buliding, located at 1009 Main St.Agenda items include:• Designation of a district representative...
Meetings watch: Curry County Commission
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
The Curry County Commission will meet 9 a.m. Tuesday at the Grady Senior Citizens Center.Agenda items include:• A budget transfer of $7,190 to cover the expense of poll workers for the April 3 bo...
Up in the air
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
When Gene Bieker took the job as the new director of the Clovis Municipal Airport, he knew he didn't have an overhaul on his hands."Steve left it in great shape," Bieker said of his predecessor, St...
Police blotter — April 15
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday• 3:06 a.m.: Caller reported a male and a female making weird noises in the restroom of a convenience store. Caller said it sounds...
Officials: Low jail staffing not cause for concern
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Staffing is low at the Curry County jail, down by 22 employees, including at least 15 front-line detention officers. That's about one-third of the total detention officer staff, officials said.Two ke...
State: More than two dozen court employees file compensation claims
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
The state has notified Curry County that more than two dozen District Court employees have filed worker's compensation claims over a fluid leak in the courthouse last month.But at least one of those...
Clovis Municipal Schools operations director selected
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
John King has been appointed the new director of operations for Clovis Municipal Schools, according to a news release from the Clovis Municipal School office.According to the news release:l King will...
On the march
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
It was quite a colorful scene Friday evening at the Eastern New Mexico University Greyhound Arena, but among the electric blue shirts and lime green tutus, nothing was brighter than Evangeline Encinia...
Former Cannon officer speaks about experience during Don't Ask Don't...
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
A former Cannon Air Force Base lieutenant colonel spoke Friday at Eastern New Mexico University about how his life was affected by the recently-eliminated Don’t Ask Don’t Tell policy. p...
Accreditation board commends Clovis Christian School
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
Clovis Christian School has received much more than five years of accreditation, staff has learned.The private school has received glowing reviews from its review from the North Central Association's...
Muleshoe officer back on duty
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
A Muleshoe police officer involved in a February shooting is back at work.Sgt. Steve Bartley, an MPD officer for 20 months, responded to a domestic violence call on the 400 block of East Fifth Street...
Lujan speaks in Portales
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
The Los Abuelitos De La Casa Senior Center played host Thursday evening to a visit from Rep. Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M. Christina Calloway: Portales News-Tribune Rep. Ben Lujan, D-N.M., met with senio...
Clerk's office ready to reopen
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
According to Curry County Facility Operations Director Lee Delk, the district court clerk's office on the second floor of the Curry County Courthouse is ready to reopen after a March 13 water leak re...
amos the churchmouse: it s friday the thirteenth amos
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on a computer keyboard, but he can't operate the capital shift, and he shuns punctuation mark...
Religion column: God makes our lives into something beautiful
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
Many times I happen upon a verse in the Bible and struggle to put that verse into practical terms so I can make it meaningful to my life. But this last week, I had an experience that shed some light o...
Police, financial institutions hosting shred day
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
Unwanted documents containing important personal information can be safely discarded at North Plains Mall this Saturday.The Clovis Police Department is partnering with five local financial institution...
Police blotter — April 13
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• 7:10 a.m.: Caller reported his stereo was stolen, 1300 block of Pile.• 8:26 a.m.: Caller reported coming home for lunch an...
Press release: PRMC earns 'Top Improver' honor
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
CLOVIS, NM - Plains Regional Medical Center, PRMC, one of only 20 hospitals nationwide, received the Top Improver Award from Press Ganey, a nationally known healthcare performance improvement organiza...
Planned apartment complex passes another hurdle
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
An apartment complex still in the planning phase passed another hurdle Wednesday when the city's Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a preliminary plat and zoning request. Courte...
Education digest — April 12
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
Wheatland School reuninon May 26The Wheatland School reunion will be held at 8 a.m. May 26 in the Grady Senior Citizens building in Grady.Donations will be taken to cover the rent of the facility.Even...
Agriculture officials report on peanut industry
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
Farmers from across the U.S. came together in Portales Wednesday to share a common interest: Peanuts.A variety of agricultural representatives gave presentations on the nation's peanut productivity,...
Education column: System should streamline finding substitute teachers
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
One of those necessary tasks common to all school districts is the efficient securing of qualified substitute teachers when the need arises. Whether regular teachers must be absent for training or pro...
Police blotter — April 12
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday• 4:55 a.m.: Caller reported she is schizophrenic, feels like she is going to have an episode, and wants to avoid it. Caller said s...
County manager for day chosen
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
Clovis High School senior Taylor A. Marez was chosen to participate in the 2012 County Manager for the Day program on April 20.She was chosen out of four area high school juniors and seniors after a r...
Farwell sophomores take gold in debate contest
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
There's no arguing about the success of two Farwell sophomores ability to debate.Courtesy photo: Angela Teachout Farwell High sophomore Savanna Barksdale, left, and Hunter Hall sophomores were awarde...
Ticket feature: Squirm Burpee Circus playing in Clovis
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
Forged in the fire of Denver's Handsome Little Devils Productions, The Squirm Burpee Circus is a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience set to perform 7 p.m. Tuesday at Marshall Auditorium.Courtesy phot...
Second-degree murder charge in Trayvon Martin case
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Neighborhood watch volunteer George Zimmerman is being charged with second-degree murder in the shooting of Trayvon Martin, the unarmed black teenager whose death ignit...
Area under severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m. today
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a severe thundersotm watch for Curry, Roosevelt, Quay and De Baca counties until 9 p.m. today....
Ex-Guardsman from Texas guilty in NM teen sex case
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — A former National Guard recruiter in Lubbock, Texas, has pleaded guilty in a teen sex sting case set up by police in New Mexico.Jeffrey Neal Jackson pleaded guilty to a coercion an...
Press release: Guardsman pleads guilty to child sex charge
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
GUILTY TO FEDERAL CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION CHARGEALBUQUERQUE — (Wednesday) morning in Albuquerque federal court, Jeffrey Neal Jackson entered a guilty plea to Count 1 of a two-count indictment...
Records: Fight over Facebook led to fatal stabbing
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
Court records show the physical altercation between Santiago Betancourt and his wife Elizabeth involved a dispute over Facebook.Santiago Betancourt, 35, died Saturday at Plains Regional Medical Center...
Official: Zimmerman to face charges
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
SANFORD, Fla.(AP) -- A special prosecutor has confirmed that there will be a 6 p.m.news conference regarding the investigation of the shooting death of Trayvon Martin. State Attorney Angela Corey...
Students go shoeless for cause
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
Hannah Altheide spoke to her professors, worked, walked around campus and drove her car Tuesday without shoes. The only time the Eastern New Mexico University junior wore shoes was during basketball p...
Stabbing victim's wife arrested
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
The wife of a Clovis man stabbed to death Saturday was arrested Tuesday afternoon on an open count of murder.Elizabeth Betancourt, 36, is being held without bail at the Curry County Detention Center.D...
City officials finding balance on water awareness
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
Roughly a week into its annual drought management plan, city staff is trying to find a balance between keeping the public informed of the need to conserve and unnecessarily starting a panic.By an ordi...
Police blotter — April 11
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Sunday• 12:43 a.m.: Caller reported hearing four gun shots, sounded like they hit something solid, 300 block of Hall.• 7:23 a.m.: Cal...
Leaders give updates on area communities
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
Curry County representatives, from member communities large and small, gave brief updates on what was happening in their area during a county luncheon held Tuesday at the Clovis-Carver Public Library....
Santorum's early success pushed GOP to the right
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
WASHINGTON — From obscure former senator driving a pickup truck across Iowa, Rick Santorum made a surprising — he calls it miraculous — leap to become the most formidable threat to M...
Press release: Wife charged in stabbing
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
Clovis – April 10, 2012 – On Saturday, April 7, 2012, at approximately 7:31 PM, the Clovis Police DepartmentDispatch Center received a 911 call with information someone had been stabbed in...
Business digest — April 10
Published: Monday, April 9th, 2012
Employer summit to be held at civic centerThe New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions is partnering with organizations, associations, and companies to present the New Mexico Employer Summit &mdas...
Business feature: Professional center to open near end of May
Published: Monday, April 9th, 2012
Ask Jim Sitterly when his project known as the Sitterly Professional Center will be open, and he'll tell you, "Wednesday." What Wednesday, however, is another question altogether.CNJ staff photo: K...
Child painting to raise money for cancer research
Published: Monday, April 9th, 2012
Jack Sullivan is a humanitarian and an entrepreneur. Not bad for a 5-year-old. Courtesy photo: Heather Sullivan Jack Sullivan creates hand paintings of fish, animals, trees and other designs from...
Everybody's business: Microlenders loan alternative
Published: Monday, April 9th, 2012
Some small businesses and prospective business owners may find themselves needing access to capital, but a lack of credit or a low credit score may prevent them from starting a business or expanding a...
Editorial: Wisconsin GOP Gov. Walker needs to stay
Published: Monday, April 9th, 2012
Few people should be surprised that a recent poll of Wisconsin Republicans shows 82 percent of them approve of embattled GOP Gov. Scott Walker.Or that the state’s liberals — le...
Report: Stabbing victim was 'wrestling' with woman
Published: Monday, April 9th, 2012
Police responding to the scene of a homicide on Saturday night in Clovis were initially told the victim had stabbed himself. On arrival, a witness told them Santiago Betancourt did not stab himself bu...
Police: One dead in stabbing incident
Published: Sunday, April 8th, 2012
Clovis police are investigating the Saturday night death of a man found suffering from stab wounds.Sanders said in a press release Sunday the victim was Santiago Betancourt, 35, of Clovis. H...
Homicide confirmed in Clovis
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
Clovis Police Chief Steve Sanders confirmed late Saturday that officers are investigating a homicide in Clovis.Sanders said no details would be released until sometime Sunday.Family members said the v...
Editorial: Message behind Easter can inspire us all
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
The Gospel of Mark tells us three women approached the tomb of Jesus intending to anoint his body with spices.Along the way, they wondered how they might move the large, heavy stone from the tomb&rsqu...
Meet the new YRB
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
On Thursday, the Clovis City Commission approved rental charges for the Joe and Charlyne Sisler Youth Recreation Building.Fast factsCNJ staff photo: Kevin WilsonThe 5,000 square foot YRB building sits...
Softball game raises money for Relay teams
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
With a non-district game at stake, the Portales and Clovis softball teams took the field. Decked out in Clovis red and Portales purple, the weather was ... wait, what? CNJ staff photo: Tony Bullo...
Prescribed burns to be conducted at Melrose range
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
To reduce the risk of wildfires during the windy spring season, the 27th Special Operations Civil Engineer Squadron will conduct a series of prescribed controlled burns at Melrose Air Force Range with...
Pastors preview Easter sermons
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
The CNJ asked a variety of local church leaders to tell us what they planned to talk about in their Easter Sunday sermon. Here's what they said:Minister Bill Brewer, Central Christian Church —...
Easter services
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
TodayCentral Baptist Church - 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., Lord's Supper served at both services.Central Christian Church - Easter services at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.Church of St. James the Apostle &mdash...
Easter egg hunt draws crowd
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
The annual Clovis Easter egg hunt 9 a.m. Saturday at Hillcrest Park brought out several hundred adults and children into the chilly windy morning. CNJ staff photo: Tony Bullocks Courtenie Madrid,...
Three city boards have openings
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
The city of Clovis has vacancies on the following boards:• Planning and Zoning Commission (1), which meets 3 p.m. on the second Wednesday of each month at City Hall.• Commission on Older Adu...
Police blotter — April 8
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday• 1:13 a.m.: Call in reference to two male subjects fighting, 600 block of Dawn Loop.• 5:20 a.m.: Caller reported her daughte...
Local residents show off tattoos
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
Clovis and Portales residents showed off their ink Friday. Their tattoos ran the gamut in color from bright blues and greens to dark purples. Some tattoos were of favorite characters and others quotes...
Clovis native recounts jet crash
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
Myra Dingman, a 1992 Clovis High School graduate who lives in Virginia Beach, Va., was working from Friday home when a Navy jet crashed into an apartment building just three miles away."I didn't hea...
Commissioners certify election results
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
Results of a special election were certified Friday without change at a special session of Curry County commissioners.The bond issue election Tuesday was rejected by voters, 1,014 to 946.County Clerk...
Chickens masterminds of egg hunts
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
Shaped exactly as it should be, only much, much tinier, it looked more like those sugar coated versions that go in Easter baskets.Surely some strange force of magic had shrunken Molly's egg because n...
Navy jet crashes into Va, apartments, pilots eject
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Emergency crews searched the charred remains of a Virginia Beach apartment complex Friday after a fighter jet crashed into it just after takeoff in what Navy officials call...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
The Clovis City Commission met Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.During the meeting:• Col. David Piech, commander of the 27th Special Operations Mission Support Grou...
Golf course restaurant contract sparks debate
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
Above objections by local restaurant owners, the Clovis City Commission approved keeping restaurant management at the Colonial Park Golf Course tied to management of the course. CNJ staff photo:...
Water restrictions in effect
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
As summer approaches, bringing increased demands on shrinking water supplies in the drought stricken High Plains, water restrictions are the order of the day.CNJ staff photo: Gabriel MonteLocal volunt...
Religion column: Resurrection most significant truth of Easter
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
At Easter time, some noteworthy spiritual truths emerge from the characters surrounding the resurrection story.Before Jesus' ride into Jerusalem, he told the disciples to go into the village, find a...
amos the churchmouse: the legend of the easter seed
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 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 shuns punctuation ma...
First person: It's a funny story ...
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
Drake Davidson took a trip from San Antonio, and his story about it took him to Midland, Texas, last month. Davidson competed Saturday in the divisional competition for Toastmasters in Midland. He pla...
Police blotter — April 6
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• 12:24 a.m.: Caller reported hearing four or five gunshots right outside her house and stated that the people across the street...
Jail kitchen, laundry top list of immediate issues
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
When Curry County commissioners meet Friday fresh off a jail bond issue defeat, the question of what to do next will likely cast a shadow over any other issue.Chairman Wendell Bostwick is convinced th...
Chubby Checker to headline music festival
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
Singer-songwriter Chubby Checker is coming to town.Courtesy photoErnie Kos, executive director of the Clovis-Curry County Chamber of Commerce, said Chubby Checker will be the headliner for Clovis Musi...
CCC employees recognized for service
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
Clovis Community College employees who have served the college for five years or more were given recognition and awarded service pins Wednesday by the CCC Board of Trustees.Chairman Charles Guthals th...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
The Clovis City Commission meets 5:15 p.m. Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.Agenda items include:• Acceptance of $4.1 million from the state water trust board for c...
Police blotter — April 5
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday• 12:15 a.m.: Caller reported someone possibly smoking marijuana in a local business, 3700 block of North Prince.• 6:47 a.m.:...
Ticket feature: 'Sordid Lives' on display in Amarillo
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
The story of "Sordid Lives" has taken on numerous forms, from Del Shores' 1996 play, to the 2000 film Shores wrote and directed, to the 2008 television series.Courtesy photo The following scene fro...
County commission to meet Friday
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
Curry County Commissioners will meet 4 p.m. Friday at the Clovis-Carver Public Library north annex.Items for action on the agenda include a canvass and certification of the failed jail bond issue held...
Education column: Banquet honors those who contribute
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
It's time once more for the Purple Pride Hall of Honor Awards Banquet, hosted by the Clovis Municipal Schools Education Foundation. The banquet will be held April 14 at the Clovis Civic Center to hon...
Petty withdraws from county clerk race
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
Randy Petty of Clovis, former general manager of Triangle Hardware, has withdrawn as a Republican candidate for Curry County Clerk.Petty withdrew from the June 5 primary on Tuesday, the last day for c...
House destroyed in fire was scheduled to be condemned
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
A vacant house that was scheduled to be condemned caught fire Wednesday morning and was later destroyed in the search for possible victims. Courtesy photo: Roxanne OrtizCity fire officials said n...
Meetings watch: Lodger's Tax Advisory Board
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
The Lodger's Tax Advisory Board met Tuesday at Clovis City Hall.During the meeting:• Chairman Don David welcomed new member Rhonda Bargman to the board.• Board members heard presentations f...
Jail bond election fails
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
A smattering of eligible Curry County voters rejected a $9.3 million bond issue Tuesday for expansion and renovation of the jail by 68 votes.
Farmers playing waiting games
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
There’s a good chance fewer acres of crops will be planted in eastern New Mexico and West Texas, according to agriculture officials. Alisa Boswell: Portales News-TribuneRoosevelt County whe...
Tucumcari official requests help from water authority
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
PORTALES — A Tucumcari city commissioner requested help Tuesday from the Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority.At the end of the authority's meeting at Portales City Hall, Robert Lumpkin s...
Police blotter — April 4
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Monday• 1:34 a.m.: Caller reported someone attempting to break into caller's house. Caller stated someone twisted off the porch light and...
Family of Cannon airman expresses relief he was found
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
A Cannon Air Force Base lieutenant missing since March 12 reported to a California air force base on Monday, according to a press release from Cannon Air Force Base public affairs officials.According...
Large tornadoes, damage reported in Dallas area
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
DALLAS — Tornadoes tore through the Dallas area on Tuesday, tearing roofs off homes, tossing trucks into the air and leaving flattened tractor trailers strewn along highways and parking lots.The...
Press release: Missing Cannon AFB lieutenant found
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
The Cannon Air Force Base lieutenant missing since March 12 has been found safe in California.
Jail bond election today
Published: Monday, April 2nd, 2012
Polls are open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m. Tuesday for the countywide special election. "Shall Curry County issue up to $9,300,000 in general obligation bonds payable from general (ad valorem) taxes, to remodel, expand and improve the county jail?"
Police blotter — April 3
Published: Monday, April 2nd, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Sunday• 12:05 a.m.: Caller reported hearing shots fired west of residence, 400 block of Mercury Place• 12:19 a.m.: Caller reported a...
March sets new record highs for Clovis
Published: Monday, April 2nd, 2012
Three new records for daily high temperatures in Clovis were set in March, including Saturday when the thermometer peaked at 87 degrees, one degree higher than the previous mark set in 1946, according...
Business feature: Company launches recruiting app
Published: Monday, April 2nd, 2012
An international manufacturer with a presence in Clovis is taking applications for its next few years of expansion worldwide. It's also giving out another application. CNJ photo illustration: Ke...
Federal student loan scheduled for rate hike
Published: Monday, April 2nd, 2012
Kandese Spikes is one of about 1,600 students at Eastern New Mexico University that have been issued the federal Stafford loan. CMI staff photo: Christina CallowayZackary Hinds, left, and John Bo...
Business digest — April 3
Published: Monday, April 2nd, 2012
Civic center manager promotedGlobal Spectrum, the company that manages the Clovis Civic Center, has promoted Operations Manager Maria Rainsdon to the center's general manager position.Rainsdon, who h...
Tuesday morning briefing: America's big band and fighting cancer
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Tuesday briefing. America’s big bandThe U.S. Army Field Band Jazz Ambassadors perform 7 p.m. Wednesday at Marshall Auditorium. They’re billed as Americ...
Monday morning briefing: A free concert and three presidents
Published: Monday, April 2nd, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Monday briefing. Free concertEastern New Mexico University’s Department of Music will host the Clovis/Portales Community Orchestra Spring Concert 7 p.m. Tues...
Family's dogs returned
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
A Clovis family who lost a pair of Schnauzers Tuesday night — its only connection to their late son — got them back Friday evening.The dogs, Page and Bella, got away from the Thomson famil...
Local papers capture awards
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
The Clovis News Journal captured five first place awards and various other honors in the annual Panhandle Press Association contest held in Canyon, Texas, it was announced Saturday.Other awards includ...
Q A: Gospel singer hopes to shine nationally
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
Johnathan Dawson sings for a higher calling, and is hoping he gets a chance to do it nationally.Dawson, 41, recently advanced through an audition for Black Entertainment Television's "Sunday Best."...
Jail vote — part II
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
Voters head to the polls Tuesday to determine the fate of Curry County's troubled jail for the second time in the last two years.Commissioners are asking voters to approve a $9.3 bond issue to pay fo...
Police blotter — April 1
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday• 7:07 a.m.: Call in reference to enticement of a child, 1500 block of Cameo.• 8:59 a.m.: Caller reported coming home and fin...
The write stuff
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
Tucked away in the special collections section of Eastern New Mexico University’s Golden Library Friday afternoon, beginning writers sat with pen in hand absorbing advice from experienced writer...
Don't forget to hang up when you're done
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
Have you ever left a voice mail and then forgot to hang up the phone?It happened to me the other day.I was working on a bicycle at my bike shop when The Lady of the House came in angrily waving a pape...
In search of ponies: Tunes may be tortuous
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
It’s a beautiful day so you decide to spend time with the pooch.He eagerly bounds into the car, settles in the seat beside you, and off you go — windows down, radio cranked.Bouncing down t...
Lost dogs family's last connection to son who died
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Two lost schnauzers are causing heartbreak for a family who say the dogs are their only connection to 12-year-old Jacob, who died in a vehicle accident in December.Courtesy photo: Mechelle Thomson Jac...
Volunteer EMS agencies facing staffing shortages
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Volunteer emergency medical services agencies in eastern New Mexico and West Texas are facing staffing shortages, according to local EMS officials.CNJ staff photo: Benna SayyedStan Miller, Bovina mayo...
Religion feature: Church provides food for hungry
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
The 16th and Pile Church of Christ has been providing food for the needy Mondays and Fridays for six months.Church Elder Don McCasland said the Helping Hands food pantry is aimed at helping people wit...
Police blotter — March 30
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• 1:45 a.m.: Call in reference to a pregnant female who was beat up by her boyfriend. She is outside on the ground, 2100 block of...
Red Cross seeking volunteers
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
The Red Cross of Eastern New Mexico is looking for volunteer disaster responders, fundraisers, event planners, general office help and instructors to teach CPR, first aid and disaster response."There...
District Attorney Matt Chandler honored
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Ninth Judicial District Attorney Matt Chandler won the New Mexico Prosecutor of the Year award last week at the annual prosecutor spring training conference in Ruidoso, according to a news release fro...
Religion calendar — March 30
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
FridayBishop Kelshaw Lecture Series - St. James Episcopal Church. Subject: Christian biblical world view. Registration forms on St. James website or come by church office.SaturdayBishop Kelshaw Lectur...
Religion column: Jesus' arrival cause for parade
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
From the time I was little I can remember watching parades at one time or another. My far back memories take me to Missouri when we would always go to parades in downtown Kansas City. It just takes an...
amos the churchmouse: the palm branch mystery
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Editor’s note: Amos is a churchmouse who types by hurling himself at the keys, but he can’t use the capital shift keys and he shuns punctuation marks dash; except the hyphens and dashes....
Friday morning briefing: Superstition, jazz and a country jamboree
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Friday briefing. SuperstitionsEastern New Mexico University’s Department of Art is presenting the national juried illustration exhibit “Superstition&rd...
Press release: Matt Chandler named New Mexico prosecutor of the year
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Santa Fe, NM: Prosecutors and staff from around the state gathered last week in Ruidoso for their annual spring training conference, which was sponsored by the New Mexico Administrative Office of theD...
Organization loans out formal dresses
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Courtesy photo Tyleen Caffrey poses in front of her selection of formal wear excited for her first Prom Extravaganza of the year at Portales High School.The idea was to help 10 to 15 girls...
Musical gathering
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
With the 62nd annual Floyd Lion's Club Jamboree beginning today, some of our staff decided to ask participants why they love the jamboree so much. Here's what some of them had to say:• Fred Pat...
Public Works Committee waives purchase fee
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
The Clovis Public Works Committee cleared a small obstacle in the preparation of the first phase of its effluent water reuse project.A decision for a one-time waiver of $10,000 in water fees to Clovis...
Education column: Teachers transition to common core state standards
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
For some years now, research has been conducted on state educational standards used across the United States. Since state standards may vary considerably, students complete their public education base...
What's Happening: March 29
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
TodaySelecting, Installing and maintaining a computer — 9 a.m. to noon, Clovis-Carver Public Library. Information: 769-7840Pre-school story hour — 10 a.m., Clovis-Carver Public Library. In...
Education digest: March 29
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
Alumni will be honoredClovis High alumni will be honored during the he Purple Pride Hall of Honor Banquet 6 p.m. April 14 at Clovis Civic CenterClovis High School Hall of Honor 2012 inductees are:&bul...
Clovis students immersed in testing
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
Third-grade mathClovis school students are taking state mandated tests this week that assess reading, writing, math, science and social studies proficiency. The Standard Based Assessments b...
Police blotter: March 29
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday• 12:45 a.m.: Call in reference to a vehicle accident with injuries. Debris is all over the road and the vehicle is turned upright,...
Ticket feature: U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors to take stage
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
Clovis, known widely as an Air Force town, is getting a visit from some very boisterous Army members. Courtesy photo The U.S. Army Field Band’s Jazz Ambassadors will perform a free con...
Cosmetics company starts trial runs
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
A new cosmetics company is producing a trial run of cosmetics, the first step in what it hopes will be hundreds of jobs for Clovis. Beauty Health and Science Innovations — the result of mer...
Thursday morning briefing: Guns and knives and a community concert
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Thursday briefing. Guns and knivesThe Clovis Lions Club Spring Gun & Knife Show is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday at the Clovis Civic Center. Admission $...
Cattle industry still hurt by dry period
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
The New Mexico cattle industry remains in a holding pattern, crippled by an extended dry period that has dried up feed sources. File photoConditions with cattle feed are no closer to improving, a...
Meetings watch: Clovis Civil Aviation Board
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
The Clovis Civil Aviation Board met Tuesday at City Hall.During the meeting:• Cannon Air Force Base Capt. Jason Ward delivered a presentation on midair collision avoidance.He went over different...
Allergy season hitting early
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
Allergy season has hit the High Plains early with a watery-eyed vengeance, according to officials. CNJ staff photo: Tonjia Rolan Hot, dry weather has caused area trees to bloom early, affecting a...
Jack Williamson Lectureship gearing up with new panels
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
Science fiction buff Debbie Lang is having a difficult time choosing which panels she will attend at Eastern New Mexico University's 36th annual Jack Williamson Lectureship.File photoScience fiction...
What's happening — March 28
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
TodayPublic Works Committee meeting — 8:30 a.m., 321 Connelly.Jail bond forum — 11:30 a.m., Grady Senior Center, 104 W. Main, in Grady. Information provided on $9.3 million jail bond issue...
Police blotter — March 28
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Monday• 7:33 a.m.: Call in reference to a vehicle's windows that were shot out last night, 1000 block of Sandia.• 7:47 a.m. Caller r...
Press release: Udall talks health care, horse racing
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
WASHINGTON dash; On his weekly radio call, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall today discussed the benefits that New Mexico is already seeing from the Affordable Care Act and shared his thoughts on the Supreme Cour...
Press release: Clovis banker honored
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
(Farmington) - Jim Sours, Market President of US Bank in Clovis, was named "Ag Lender of the Year" by the Independent Community Bankers Association of New Mexico (ICBA/NM) at the 2012 Ag Lenders Con...
Tres Amigas control center location up in air
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
Tres Amigas is moving ahead at full power for a $1.5 billion electricity transmission superstation in Curry County, but a competition is on for its additional control center and headquarters.Officials...
New parks committee holds first meeting
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
Though it took little action in its inaugural meeting, the city's new Parks and Recreation Committee had a full slate.The committee, which phased out the Parks and Recreation Board, the Ned Houk Park...
‘Pink slime’ not welcome in Clovis schools
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
"Pink slime" is giving ground beef a bad name.That's why local stores and schools are looking to either eliminate or scale back use of the controversial ground beef additive.Spokespersons for local...
Health initiatives determined at forum
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
More than 30 people attended a community healthcare forum Monday and contributed ideas that resulted in nine community initiatives to encourage healthy living and curb health care costs in Curry Count...
ENMU students inspired to help Lighthouse Mission
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
Alisa Boswell: Portales News-Tribune Adriana De La Rosa, left, Jessica Lavalle, center, and Kaiwen Xu, all of the International Affairs Department at Eastern New Mexico University, look through t...
Police blotter — March 27
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Sunday• 12:29 a.m.: Caller reported he thinks someone is on his roof, 300 block of Delores.• 12:57 a.m.: Caller reported his wife is...
What's happening — March 27
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
TodaySelecting, Installing and maintaining a computer — 9 a.m. to noon, Clovis-Carver Public Library. Information: 769-7840Clovis MainStreet Committee meeting — 11:30 a.m., 621 Main St.CHS...
Preview day lets students give ENMU a try
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
It's 8:30 a.m. on a Saturday morning and three high school juniors are wiping the sleep out of their eyes trying to focus on some big decision making. CMI staff photo: Christina CallowayMichael...
Official: Cash reserve fund will help cover jail expenses
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
The $9.3 million jail Curry County commissioners are asking voters to approve April 3 only covers the cost of a building and equipping a new 60-bed expansion of the existing jail.It won't cover other...
Police blotter — March 25
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday• 7:17 p.m.: Call in reference to a fight between a male and a female in front of the yard. Male is getting violent with the femal...
Area residents remember tornado
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
Five years ago, Clovis spent an evening in the dark, unaware of just what the tornado had done until the Saturday sunrise. CNJ staff photo: Tony Bullocks Jim May, owner of Bigger Better Septic Ta...
Crowds gather for extended fishing derby
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
The adage goes that a bad day of fishing is better than a good day doing almost anything else. CNJ staff photo: Kevin Wilson Kevin Sanchez of Vaughn shows a caught fish to Ian Garcia of Portales...
Local student takes third at spelling bee
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
Clovis Christian fourth-grader Ariel Kokoricha had a solid debut at the state qualifying competition for the Scripps-Howard Spelling Bee, finishing third among 42 New Mexico competitors.At 9, Arield w...
What's happening
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
Updated dailyMondayParks, Recreation and Beautification Committee meeting — 5:30 p.m., City Hall Assembly Room. Information: 763-9654.Jews for Jesus Passover Presentation — 7 p.m., St. Jam...
Family joins search for missing airman
Published: Friday, March 23rd, 2012
Scott Lee never ceased to amaze his family and friends. As a teenager he worked the snowboard circuit in California.When he was 18 he hitchhiked with a surfboard through South America, then all of the...
Close encounters
of the presidential kind
Published: Friday, March 23rd, 2012
The president of the United States came to New Mexico this past week. He went to Carlsbad though, he didn't stop to visit us here on the High Plains.It's not the first time someone from the White Ho...
Mother Nature always repackaging creatures
Published: Friday, March 23rd, 2012
Traipsing through dense plants while swatting at exotic blood-sucking insects and side-stepping vipers, some guy in a floppy hat stops to flip over a chunk of rotting wood and BINGO!A new species is a...
Air Force looking for leads on missing airman
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
Air Force officials say they're looking for leads or information about the whereabouts of an airman who has been missing for nearly two weeks.They say 1st Lt. Scott Lee was last seen about 11 a.m. Ma...
Zoo officials: Giraffe spooked by thrown rocks
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
Hillcrest Park Zoo officials believe the zoo's baby giraffe was spooked last week by someone throwing rocks at her. CNJ staff photo: Tony Bullocks Hillcrest Park Zoo staff said the zoo’s 7...
County receives federal grant
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
Curry County received a federal grant totaling $375,000 to fight childhood obesity, according to Community Transformation Grant coordinator Rachel Visser.Visser said the five-year award will be distri...
Clovis resident predicts more moisture than last spring
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
A Clovis resident and Plains Indian descendant predicts below average moisture this spring, but not nearly as dry as 2011.Joseph Weldon Crim uses the wind every March 22 before sunrise to predict the...
Tornado prompted emergency upgrades
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
Five years ago today the most destructive tornado in the city's history tore through Clovis, causing millions of dollars in damage and forever changing lives across much of eastern New Mexico.The sto...
Candidates discuss education reform
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
Education reform was the primary subject for area candidates for the June 5 primary during Thursday's Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce quarterly luncheon at the Yam Theatre. Area candidates were...
Police blotter — March 23
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• 9 a.m.: Call in reference to a male who has not been seen for nine days. He has medical problems, police station.• 9:50 a....
Nine holes to close for fixes at golf course
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
Clovis’ parks and recreation director isn’t sure when, but Colonial Park Golf Course will temporarily be a nine-hole course for a few months. CNJ staff photo: Kevin WilsonHunter McLem...
Religion column: Even minor Bible characters significant
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
I often think about well-known Bible characters that are meaningful to me. My list would include people like Moses, Joseph, Hannah, Mary and Paul. Yet there are some not well known Bible characters wh...
amos the churchmouse: so what would jesus drive
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pew Editor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can't operate the capital shift, and he shuns punctuat...
What's happening — March 23
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
TodayIntroduction to the Internet — 9 a.m. to noon, Clovis-Carver Public Library. Information: 769-7840Downtown Gala: Taste This — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., The Underground Embassy.Saturday"Hoor...
Religion calendar — March 23
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
SundayWorship service and Sunday school — 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Sunday worship with communion Trinity Lutheran Church, ELCA, 1705 W. 21st St. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Information: 763-4816.Wors...
ENMU sending two to nationals in track
Published: Wednesday, May 16th, 2012
Junior Isaiah Samoei and senior Daniel Draper are scheduled to represent Eastern New Mexico University in the men’s portion of the NCAA Division II national outdoor meet next week in at Pueblo,...
Ex-ENMU coach, AD Lees honored by NCAA
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
Former Eastern New Mexico University football coach and athletic director B.B. Lees was recognized by the NCAA earlier this year for his time as chairman of the NCAA Division II national basketball to...
Coach withdraws name from Pojoaque field
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Pojoaque Valley athletic director Matt Martinez confirmed that Michael Littlejohn has withdrawn his name from consideration for the head volleyball coaching position.Littlejohn, as reported recently b...
ENMU thrower finishes fourth
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University senior Kassie Daugherty finished fourth in the discus during the Oliver Jackson Track and Field Meet, held Wednesday night at Gray Stadium at Abilene Christian University...
Floyd moves on to 1A title game
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
After the game, Floyd baseball coach Darwin Chenault had trouble remembering any particular hitting sequence that led to his team’s 7-4 victory over rival Melrose on Wednesday. But one thin...
Fishing report — May 9
Published: Tuesday, May 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 the...
Curry County Cats notch win
Published: Monday, May 7th, 2012
LAS CRUCES — The Curry County Cats took care of business in the fourth quarter Saturday, earning a 21-6 victory over the Las Cruces Kings.With the win, the Cats (8-2) wrapped up the Rio Puerco D...
Baskett: Time to move on
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Hank Baskett was a quarterback for the Clovis Wildcats when an Achilles injury knocked him out. He transitioned to wide receiver, and eventually found out he was good enough to do it for the New Mexic...
Hole in one logged
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Weldon Killough of Clovis carded a hole in-one Tuesday on the par-3, 167-yard eighth hole at Colonial Golf Course.Killough used a 7-iron for his third career ace.Witnesses were Andy Knight, Angel Mart...
Hounds' Welch second at LSC track event
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University junior William Welch is second after the first day of the men's decathlon at the Lone Star Conference Track and Field Championships in Commerce, Texas.Welch, from Salina...
Fishing report — May 2
Published: Tuesday, May 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 after the...
Draper, Spiller lead ENMU track teams
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
CANYON, Texas — Senior Daniel Draper threw a season-best 210 feet, 5 inches to win men’s javelin and senior LaDawn Spiller earned an NCAA Division II provisional national qualifying mark i...
Ex-CHS receiver drafted by Dolphins
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Former Clovis High wide receiver Rashard Matthews was taken in the seventh round of the NFL draft, with the 227th pick, on Saturday by the Miami Dolphins.Matthews, who played one year for the Wildcats...
Hounds add third California juco signee
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
With most of the team’s top scorers lost to graduation, Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball coach Andrew Helton is continuing to hit the California junior college ranks in searc...
Hounds beat WT in season finale
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
CANYON, Texas — It’s been a rough season for first-year coach Chris Terry and the Eastern New Mexico University baseball team, but the Greyhounds put a nice finish to it on Sunday.Sophomor...
Curry County Cats defeat Alamogordo
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
ALAMOGORDO — The Curry County Cats pitched a second-half shutout Saturday, turning a close contest into a 27-12 victory over the Alamogordo Desert Dawgs.The Cats (7-2) clinched a playoff berth w...
Defense shines for ENMU at annual Green and Silver scrimmage
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
BLACKWATER DRAW — Safety Jayson Serda pointed out that the Eastern New Mexico University's No. 1 defense got the better of the team's No. 1 offense during spring drills, including during Satur...
Hounds’ bid for sweep falls short
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
CANYON, Texas — When Luis Quinones and Brooke Brooks started the second game of Saturday's Lone Star Conference baseball doubleheader with triples, it looked like it just might be Eastern New M...
Hounds end spring drills with intrasquad tilt
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
BLACKWATER DRAW — First-year Eastern New Mexico University football coach Josh Lynn says he already has a good feel for his squad heading into today’s 2 p.m. Green and Silver game at Greyh...
Hounds fall to WT in opener
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
CANYON, Texas — Unbeaten Justin Kuks pitched eight solid innings and left fielder Justin Smith hit two of West Texas A&M’s four home runs Friday night as the Buffaloes beat Eastern New...
Isler signs ex-CHS standout Lieb
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
Another former Clovis Wildcat is joining J.D. Isler as McMurry University.CMI file photoLathan Lieb, a 2011 Clovis High grad, is joining former Wildcat coach J.D. Isler at McMurry University next seas...
Fishing report — April 26
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 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 the...
Clovis boys win Lovington Invite
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
The Clovis boys golf team finished strong in its back-to-back, claiming a one-stroke victory in the Lovington Invite Wednesday. Clovis had three of the top five individuals, including runnerups Sam Br...
Melrose's Doherty to play for WT
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
Melrose’s Cassidy Doherty will stay a Lady Buff next year.After helping Melrose win the Class 1A state championship in March, the 5-foot-4 point guard has signed a national letter of intent to p...
Kingsville completes sweep of Hounds
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
KINGSVILLE, Texas — Zach Pettiford became the fourth consecutive Texas A&M-Kingsville starting pitcher to work at least seven innings as the Javelinas completed a four-game Lone Star Confere...
Zias’ bid for LSC tourney berth falls short
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
The Eastern New Mexico University softball team couldn't quite climb the final hill.Buried in last place in the Lone Star Conference less than three weeks ago, the Zias had a chance to earn the progr...
Hounds hoping for better health in 2012
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Common sense says if Eastern New Mexico University's football squad has any better luck with its overall health in 2012 than it did last season, the Greyhounds almost have to be better. JOSHUA L...
LOCAL NOTES: Waters gets win for Tech
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Texas Tech middle distance runner Caitlin Waters had no inkling that April 14 would be a special day. The blustery conditions led to some tough conditions at Tech’s Fuller Track & Field Comp...
Kingsville posts sweep over Hounds
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
KINGSVILLE, Texas — Texas A&M pitching continued to dominate Eastern New Mexico University on Saturday, and as a result the Javelinas are on the verge of a four-game Lone Star Conference ser...
Zias alive for league tourney
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University’s Kate Medrano was one of the Zias’ top hitters in 2011, hitting .323 with five home runs.While she’s had a tough time this spring, the senior put toget...
A M-Kingsville rolls past Hounds
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
KINGSVILLE, Texas — Texas A&M-Kingsville’s Jaden Dillon improved to 8-0, facing just two batters over the minimum as the Javelinas routed Eastern New Mexico University 11-0 on Friday i...
Hounds, Zias add players
Published: Wednesday, April 18th, 2012
Coming off first-round losses this season in the Lone Star Conference tournament, Eastern New Mexico University’s basketball coaches are looking for pieces that can help get their teams over the...
Weekly LSC baseball update
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
StandingsAll Times MDT Conf. All W-L W-LAngelo State 13-7 29-13West Texas A&M p...
Mustangs hand Hounds 10-4 loss
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
PORTALES — Right fielder Steven Rodriguez hit a two-run single to put University of the Southwest in front for good and the Mustangs went on to a 10-4 victory over Eastern New Mexico University...
Incarnate Word rallies late for sweep
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
PORTALES — The sixth inning wasn’t too kind to Eastern New Mexico University’s baseball team on Sunday.Jordan Littlefield had a lot to do with that.The Incarnate Word first baseman,...
Curry County Cats football capsule — April 15
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
El Paso Raiders (1-3)at Curry County Cats (5-2)2 p.m. today, Leon Williams StadiumLast time out: Two weeks ago, the Cats scored a 33-0 victory over the Alamogordo Desert Dawgs March 31.The Raiders are...
Freshmen help Zias earn split against ACU
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
ABILENE, Texas — Freshman Katie Ramsay blanked Abilene Christian over the final four innings for her second win and second complete game of the season and freshman second baseman Ke VonSchriltz...
Wind derails Hounds, UIW
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University’s Lone Star Conference baseball doubleheader against Incarnate Word at Greyhound Field was called in the bottom of the first of the opener due to high wins which ma...
Cards deal Hounds 10-0 setback in opener
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
Incarnate Word scored four runs on only one hit in the first inning and the Cardinals cruised past Eastern New Mexico University 10-0 in the opener of a four-game Lone Star Conference baseball series...
Homers lift ACU past Zias
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
ABILENE, Texas — Catcher Erin Gilliland and first baseman Megan Brigance hit two-run homers and right-hander Caitlyn Crain pitched a four-hitter Friday night as Abilene Christian defeated Easter...
Hounds snap five-game skid
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
PLAINVIEW, Texas — Junior third baseman Sam Hedrick hit a go-ahead, two-run single with two out in the third inning and Eastern New Mexico University never looked back en route to a 10-4 win ove...
WT ends Zias' five-game win streak with doubleheader sweep
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
PORTALES — First baseman Allie Cranfill homered in each game and drove in six runs as West Texas A&M beat Eastern New Mexico University 13-2 and 6-2 on Tuesday in a Lone Star Conference doub...
Portales rallies past Clovis
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
CLOVIS — Clovis High’s softball team was three outs away from pulling off a much-needed win. After scoring five sixth-inning runs for a 6-5 lead over Portales on Saturday at Lady Wild...
Hound rally falls short
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
SAN ANGELO, Texas — You wonder if Angelo State remembered back to a game two years ago in which it held an eight-run lead after six in a seven-inning game, only to lose to Eastern New Mexico Uni...
ENMU tracksters set three school records
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
MESA, Ariz. — Eastern New Mexico University’s track teams established three school records on Friday in the Mesa Classic track meet, hosted by Mesa Community College.For the men, Tallum Ki...
Grady on coaching search
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
Grady High School has only five sports — boys basketball, girls basketball, volleyball, baseball and boys and girls track.The school is in the process of finding new head coaches in all of them...
Rams rout Raton
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
When senior right-hander David Rodriguez is on his game, he's tough to beat.When the Portales Rams stake him to a seven-run lead in the first inning, the task becomes monumental.Rodriguez allowed onl...
Zias post first LSC series sweep since 2008
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
It seems like every time the Eastern New Mexico University softball team takes the field lately, something happens that is simply way out of the norm.ENMU survived a school-record nine errors —...
Clovis outpaces Hobbs at first in-state meet
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
The Clovis girls track team made its first in-state track appearance of the season a memorable one.Senior Maddie McNaughton picked up wins in the 1,600 and 3,200 meters and the Lady Wildcats dominated...
Angelo State turns back Hounds
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
SAN ANGELO, TEXAS — The Eastern New Mexico University baseball team outhit nationally-ranked Angelo State, but ended up on the short end of a 6-4 decision Thursday in Lone Star Conference action...
Zias shut out Kingsville to open series
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
PORTALES — Freshman Amy Smith pitched a three-hit shutout and Elizabeth Velasquez and Katie Ramsay hit back-to-back home runs in the sixth inning, leading the Zias to a 5-0 win in the first game...
Portales suffers first loss in split at West Las Vegas
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
Portales ran its season-opening win streak to nine before losing in the second game of a road doubleheader Thursday at West Las Vegas. Kelsey Laurenz scatted six hits in the opener and batterymat...
Zias third, Hounds seventh at Snyder rodeo
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
SNYDER, Texas —Eastern New Mexico University’s women finished third and the men seventh over the weekend in the Western Texas College rodeo.The Zias tallied 285 points, trailing Texas Tech...
Fishing report — April 4
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 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 the...
Zias outlast OPSU twice
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University's softball team, badly in need of wins, had them on their collective fingertips on Tuesday, then nearly lost both, then pulled them out in the end.Freshman second basema...
Hounds' rally falls short this time
Published: Monday, April 2nd, 2012
For the fourth consecutive game, the Eastern New Mexico University baseball team fell into a huge hole. This time, the Greyhounds couldn’t escape.Abilene Christian scored seven first-inning runs...
Curry County Cats shut out Alamogordo
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
The Curry County Cats made short work of Alamogordo on Saturday, beating the Desert Dawgs 33-0 at Leon Williams Stadium.CNJ staff photo: Kevin WilsonCurry County Cats defender Cade Wheeler wraps up Al...
Hounds storm back to sweep ACU
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
If nothing else, the Eastern New Mexico University baseball team has shown plenty of spunk this weekend.After Saturday, they finally have some results to go with it.JOSHUA LUCERO: CMI correspondentENM...
LSC-leading TexAnns turn back Zias
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University softball team was off to a strong start in Saturday’s Lone Star Conference game against league-leading Tarleton State.Then, just lik...
Curry County Cats football capsule
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
Alamogordo Desert Dawgs (1-2, 1-1 NM Premier League vs. Curry County Cats (4-2, 2-0)2 p.m. today, Leon Williams StadiumRecords: Alamo 1-2 (1-1 NM Premier League), Curry County 4-2 (2-0).Last week: The...
LSC-leading TexAnns hand Zias two losses
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Abigail Tammen drove in both Tarleton State runs and Samantha Swanda won a pitchers’ duel from Eastern New Mexico University freshman Amy Smith with a two-hitter in t...
New Hounds coach anxious for first spring practice
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
First-year Eastern New Mexico University football coach Josh Lynn and his staff are about to get their first up-close-and-personal look at the Greyhounds.ENMU begins spring drills on Monday with the f...
Hounds strand 17 runners in 11-8 loss
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
Brady Rodriguez retired all five batters he faced, three on strikes, for his first save of the season and Abilene Christian held on for an 11-8 victory over Eastern New Mexico University on Friday nig...
Golden moments
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
No matter how many, or how few, times a fighter's laced up the gloves, there's always something to be learned every time they step into the ring.But the newcomer learns a much different lesson, and...
Clovis hosts state Golden Gloves event
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
For the 24th time, Clovis will play host to the New Mexico Golden Gloves boxing championships as the three-day event begins with bouts tonight at Roy Walker Community Center.Those who end up victoriou...
Zias gain split at Highlands
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Freshman Katie Ramsay hit her third homer of the year and a two-run double in the eighth inning, helping Eastern New Mexico University take a 6-4 victory over New Mexico Highla...
Dozen area players named to all-state teams
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
PClovis senior Paige Gardner was one of 12 local players to receive first- or second-team selections on the New Mexico High School Coaches Association all-state teams.Senior Paige Gardner, who led the...
Fishing report — March 28
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 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 the...
Hounds endure tough weekend at Cameron
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
LAWTON, Okla. — Tyler Cox hit a two-run single and Josh Dawson added a two-out RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning on Sunday, rallying Cameron to a 5-4 victory over Eastern New Mexico U...
Aggies complete series sweep of Hounds
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
LAWTON, Okla. — Tyler Cox hit a two-run single and Josh Dawson added a two-out RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning on Sunday, rallying Cameron to a 5-4 victory over Eastern New Mexico U...
ENMU's Draper gains Division II provisional qualifying mark
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
EL PASO — Eastern New Mexico University senior Daniel Draper threw the javelin 201 feet, 5 1/4 inches on Saturday for second place in men’s javelin at the Texas-El Paso Springtime Classic,...
Errors haunt Zias
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University’s struggling softball team had a chance to upend Texas Woman’s on Saturday at Zia Softball Field. It was a matter of how long the Zias could hold off the...
Cameron beats Hounds twice in final at-bat
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
LAWTON, Okla. — Last weekend, the Eastern New Mexico University baseball team was bludgeoned by Tarleton State in the teams’ Lone Star Conference-opening series, losing all four games deci...
Pioneers hand Zias two losses
Published: Friday, March 23rd, 2012
Texas Woman’s likes to run the bases, as shown by its 110 steals this season (in 121 attempts).As they demonstrated on Friday, though, the Pioneers can also hit for power. TWU smacked four home...
Hounds, Zias to get tested in UTEP meet
Published: Friday, March 23rd, 2012
Mike Harney is anxious to see what his Eastern New Mexico University track squads have, and he should get that chance today.ENMU will participate in Texas-El Paso’s Springtime Meet, a mix of Div...
No timetable to fill athletic director post at CHS
Published: Wednesday, May 16th, 2012
Clovis Municipal Schools Superintendent Terry Myers said no timetable has been set for filling Clovis High School’s athletic director position, left vacant with Brian Stacy resigned last Friday....
State large school track results
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
At UNM track, AlbuquerqueClass 5A boysTeam standings: 1. Rio Rancho Cleveland 94; 2. Alamogordo 58; 3. La Cueva 50; 4. Clovis 41; 5. Volcano Vista 37; 6 . Rio Rancho 26; 7. Hobbs 24 1/2; 8. Sandia 24;...
Cats 4th, Lady Cats 5th
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Clovis High boys coach Darren Kelley acknowledged his team had hopes of a third-place finish and a trophy from this weekend’s Class 5A state track meet at the University of N...
Rams capture 3A baseball title
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — David Rodriguez pitched four innings of scoreless relief and Portales backed its ace with four-run sixth inning as the Rams beat Cobre 8-3 Saturday to win Class 3A state base...
Silver tops Lady Rams in 3A softball final
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Second-seeded Silver pushed over the winning run on a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the seventh on Saturday to edge top-seeded Portales 4-3 in the Class 3A state softball champion...
Lady Rams battle back to gain finals
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
RIO RANCHO — The Portales Lady Rams have been here before.For the second consecutive year, PHS was upended by District 4-3A rival Lovington in the winners bracket quarterfinals of the Class 3A s...
Rams blank Sandia Prep in 3A semifinals
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
RIO RANCHO — Arturo Ontiveros took a bit of a gamble, and it has paid off for the Portales Rams baseball team.Ontiveros opted to bypass his ace, senior right-hander David Rodriguez, in Thursday&...
Betts, Sievers notch wins for CHS
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Clovis High claimed two individual champions and narrowly missed a third on Friday as the two-day Class 5A state track meet got under way at the University of New Mexico&rsqu...
PHS' Ledbetter wins 3A girls high jump
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Portales HIgh got off to a solid start in Friday’s Class 3A state track competition at the University of New Mexico’s track facility, thanks to high jump competition. J...
Top-ranked PHS falls into losers bracket
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
RIO RANCHO — The top-seeded Portales Lady Rams couldn’t get past District 4-3A rival Lovington in Thursday’s Class 3A state softball quarterfinals at Rio Rancho High School, and now...
Lady Cats seek help from ailing standouts
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
A few years back, Clovis High’s girls went through a run of three Class 5A state track championships — plus a runnerup finish — in a four-year span.It doesn’t look like the Lad...
Lady Rams sending large contingent to state
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Portales girls track coach Sandie Schillings is hoping her squad can do as well or better than it did in last year’s Class 3A state meet, when the Lady Rams scored 33 1/2 points and finished fif...
Rams beat Robertson to gain semis
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
RIO RANCHO — Sometimes, numbers don’t add up.Like three being greater than six.Or one is better than five.But they added up to a 7-0 Portales lead over Las Vegas Robertson through 4 1/2 in...
Capitan edges Broncos for 1A state title
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Floyd came tantalizingly close to a Class 1A state baseball championship on Friday.Capitan freshman Robert Miller had other ideas.Courtesy photoFloyd senior Caleb Martin slides saf...
Coach withdraws name from Pojoaque field
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Pojoaque Valley athletic director Matt Martinez confirmed that Michael Littlejohn has withdrawn his name from consideration for the head volleyball coaching position.Littlejohn, as reported recently b...
ENMU thrower finishes fourth
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University senior Kassie Daugherty finished fourth in the discus during the Oliver Jackson Track and Field Meet, held Wednesday night at Gray Stadium at Abilene Christian University...
Floyd moves on to 1A title game
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
After the game, Floyd baseball coach Darwin Chenault had trouble remembering any particular hitting sequence that led to his team’s 7-4 victory over rival Melrose on Wednesday. But one thin...
Lady Wolverines finish sixth
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — The Texico Lady Wolverines cut 26 strokes off their first-day total and moved up one spot to sixth at 430-404 — 834 in the Class 1A-3A girls state golf tournament at the UNM...
Cats' bid for title comes up short
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
LAS CRUCES — Clovis High’s boys couldn’t mount a run at a Class 5A boys state championship on Tuesday.Even tougher, they fell just one stroke short of third place and a state trophy....
Buffs, Broncos meet in semifinals
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
A couple of reasons exist for Floyd not wanting to see Melrose in the Class 1A baseball state semifinals today at Manzano High School in Albuquerque.“Well, you kind of like to stay away from you...
Cats in hunt in Class 5A state golf
Published: Monday, May 7th, 2012
LAS CRUCES — Clovis High’s boys are in contention for the Class 5A state golf championship, although the Wildcats have a few teams to climb over after Monday’s opening round.Onate sh...
Vixens cruise to sixth consecutive title
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Fort Sumner girls coach Lisa McMath went into this weekend’s Class 1A girls state track meet knowing her squad would have a good chance to win its sixth team title in a row.S...
Foxes return to top in 1A state track
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Fort Sumner returned to the top after a two-year absence and Clovis Christian’s Kevin Naceanceno’s gold rush in the sprints included a state record in the 400 on Saturd...
State small-school track results
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
At UNM track stadium, AlbuqueraqueSaturday’s resultsClass 2A boysTeam standings: 1. Lordsburg 85; 2. Texico 68; 3. Tucumcari 31; 4. Dulce 30; 5. Estancia 28; 6. (tie) Eunice and Mora 25; 8. Dext...
La Cueva rallies to complete sweep of Wildcats
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Clovis High baseball coach Drew Hatley said senior right-hander Matt Woodbury pitched well Saturday until making a key mistake — with a four-run lead, he started the bottom o...
Rams sweep Hot Springs, advance to quarterfinals
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Portales senior Jesus Acosta had trouble commanding his fastball early on in Saturday’s state round-of-16 game against Hot Springs.Fortunately, his curveball helped bail him out.The right-hander...
Lady Rams win district track crown
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
RUIDOSO — The Portales Lady Rams will have to make a little more room on the bus for next week’s Class 3A state track meet in Albuquerque.PHS added 10 qualifiers in 11 events on Friday en...
Wildcat boys confident going into state tournament
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Clovis High’s boys were delighted to beat Hobbs for the District 4-5A championship last week at the New Mexico State golf course in Las Cruces.The fact that it was a 10-stroke margin against one...
Top-seeded Lady Rams roll
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
The competition will definitely stiffen up for top-seeded Portales as the Lady Rams bid for their first Class 3A state softball title.That said, coach Robbie Crowley believes her squad is ready to tak...
Rams run-rule Hot Springs
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
The Portales Rams started their series against Hot Springs exactly how they wanted Friday night.Now, the matter at hand is to end the series in the same way, following a 10-0 blanking of the Tigers to...
Cats drop opener to La Cueva
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Clovis High’s baseball team played relatively well but came up short Friday against second-seeded La Cueva on Friday.The Wildcats need a big day today — two wins &mdash...
Vixens positioned for run at sixth title in row
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — The Fort Sumner Vixens appear well-positioned in their bid to win a sixth consecutive Class 1A girls state championship.De Baca County News photo: Scot StinnettSenior Victoria Sena...
CHS tennis entries bow out
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — Clovis High's tennis season came to an end on Thursday when senior Alek Mendoza and sophomore Meera Shah were beaten in girls doubles by top-seeded Diamond Morrill and Eliana Garc...
Cats face No. 2 La Cueva
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Drew Hatley knows his squad is a definite underdog.CNJ staff photo: Tony BullocksFirst-year Clovis baseball coach Drew Hatley says his plan for this weekend’s Class 5A state playoff series at se...
PHS hires Boys basketball coach
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Portales stayed inside its program to find its new boys head basketball coach.Rick McBroom will succeed Mark Gallegos after serving under as six seasons as his assistant.Gallegos took over as Portales...
Slam lifts Wolverines
Published: Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
TEXICO — In a game which featured many possible twists and turns, D.J. Griego delivered the big one Wednesday with one swing of his bat.CMI photo: Tony BullocksTexico junior D.J. Griego is greet...
CHS seniors take turns breaking record
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Although they don’t look intimidating at 4-11 and 5-feet tall, Clovis High seniors Maddie McNaughton and Gladys Miranda are giant killers when it comes to distance events in track and field. ...
CHS gets 15th seed in state meet
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
Clovis High’s baseball team slipped into the Class 5A state baseball tournament as the No. 15 seed and will visit No. 2 La Cueva in a three-game, first-round series this weekend.The Wildcats (10...
Cats beat Hobbs in district meet
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
LAS CRUCES — Clovis High and Hobbs both struggled a bit in Sunday’s District 4-5A boys golf tournament at the New Mexico State University course. The Eagles, though, struggled just a bit m...
Saturday's district track results at Tucumcari
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
District 6-2ABoysTeam standings: 1. Texico 195; 2. Tucumcari 86; 3. Clayton 81; 4. Santa Rosa 74.Texico resultsField eventsLong jump: 1. Shay Harrison 19-6 1/4; 4. Justin Rucker 17-9 1/4. Shot put: 4....
Saturday area prep baseball linescores — April 28
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Non-districtFloyd 12, Dora 1Floyd 510 222 —12 7 0Dora 001 000 — 1 1 &...
Lady Cats take Ross Black title
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
LOVINGTON — Clovis High’s track teams tuned up for District 4-5A competition this week at Hobbs by nearly sweeping the Ross Black Relays on Friday.The Lady Wildcats cruised to the girls te...
District 3-1A track results — April 29
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Saturday at Fort SumnerBoysTeam standings: 1. Fort Sumner 184; 2. Dora 74; 3. Melrose 49; 4. Floyd 32; 5. Elida 0.High point individual: (tie) Kolter West, Fort Sumner and L.T. Sursa, Fort Sumner 24.F...
Cavegirls sweep Lady Cats
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
Carlsbad softball coach George Frederick gave Clovis High a bit of credit Friday night.CMI correspondent: Joshua LuceroClovis High shortstop Ashley Gallagher backhands a sharp grounder by Carlsbad&rsq...
Lady Rams ready for postseason
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
RUIDOSO — Senior Vanessa Olivas hit her first career home run, a second-inning grand slam in the second game, and the Portales Lady Rams finished off the regular season with a 14-3, 19-3 Distric...
Cavemen whitewash Cats twice
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
CARLSBAD —Coming off two disheartening one-run losses at Hobbs on Tuesday night, Clovis High’s baseball team couldn’t generate much oomph on Friday.Carlsbad pitching allowed just t w...
Friday area prep baseball linescores — April 27
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
District 3-2ATexico 16, Santa Rosa 4Santa Rosa 2 00 11 — 4 3 3Texico (12)03 1x &mdash...
Grady's Lampley signs with OPSU
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
GRADY — Grady senior Joni Lampley has signed a national letter of intent to play volleyball next year at Oklahoma Panhandle State.The 5-foot-1 Lampley has competed in volleyball, basketball and...
Clovis boys win Lovington Invite
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
The Clovis boys golf team finished strong in its back-to-back, claiming a one-stroke victory in the Lovington Invite Wednesday. Clovis had three of the top five individuals, including runnerups Sam Br...
Eagles hand Cats one-run losses
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
HOBBS — It was Heartbreak City on Tuesday night for the Clovis High baseball team.Red-hot Hobbs extended its late-season winning streak to seven games with a pair of 5-4 District 4-5A wins over...
CHS golf teams second at Hobbs
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
HOBBS — Clovis High’s golfers shot well enough to win a lot of tournaments on Tuesday — just not the Hobbs Invitational.The host Eagles posted three of the day’s top five...
Lady Eagles post sweep over Clovis
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
HOBBS — The Hobbs Lady Eagles notched a 17-8, 15-5 District 4-5A softball sweep over the Clovis High Lady Wildcats on Tuesday night.Hobbs improved to 13-13 overall and 4-4 in the district with i...
Carlsbad blanks CHS netters
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
CARLSBAD — Clovis High’s tennis teams absorbed a pair of 9-0 District 4-5A losses at the hands of Carlsbad on Tuesday. The Cavemen won six of the nine matchups by 6-0, 6-0 scores in the bo...
Tuesday area prep baseball linescores — April 24
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
District 3-2A Texico 11, Tucumcari 3Texico 101 107 1 —11 9 3Tucumcari 010 000 2 — 3 ...
Monday area prep baseball — April 23
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
District 3-1AMelrose 11, San Jon 1San Jon 000 100 — 1 2 3Melrose 300 224 —11 16&...
EPAC track summary
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
ThursdayEPAC meetAt Fort SumnerBoysTeam standings: 1. Texico 134 1/2; 2. Fort Sumner 91; 3. Eunice 81; 4. Logan 53 1/2; 5. Melrose 22; 6. Clovis Christian 18; 7. Tatum 17; 8. San Jon 11; 9. Floyd 10;...
Cats, Cavemen split
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
It was hard work, but the Clovis High baseball team managed to earn a District 4-5A split against Class 5A second-ranked Carlsbad on Tuesday at Bell Park.CMI photo: Tony BullocksClovis junior Tyler Gr...
Tuesday area baseball linescores — April 17
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
District 3-2ATexico 9, Tucumcari 1Texico 000 211 5 — 9 7 1Clayton 100 000 0 — 1 &...
Cats finish third in Roswell event
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
ROSWELL — Except for senior Ethan Peterson, the Clovis High boys golf team didn’t have the kind of day it had hoped for on Tuesday. Peterson overtook Hobbs senior Kenneth Fadke for me...
Cavegirls cruise past Lady Cats
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
CARLSBAD — Junior Kelly Munoz and senior Jillian Navarrete hit back-to-back home runs in back-to-back innings in the second game Tuesday to spark Carlsbad to a 16-0, 14-2 District 4-5A softball...
No. 25 Lady Buffs trounce Zias
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
CANYON, Texas — Shortstop Alyssa Lemos led off the bottom of the first inning with a home run for West Texas A&M, and it only got worse after that for the Eastern New Mexico University softb...
Rams' 14-run third sinks Wolverines
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
TEXICO — Those big innings have been killing Texico lately.On Saturday, the Wolverines gave up 15 runs in one inning en route to a District 3-2A doubleheader loss to Tucumcari. On Monday, it was...
Cats share lead with Hobbs after opening round
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
ROSWELL — Clovis High’s boys put four players in the 70s in Monday’s first round of the Spring Classic golf tournament. They’ll try to do at least that well in today’s fi...
CHS wins girls singles, doubles titles
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
HOBBS — Clovis High senior Alek Mendoza and sophomore Meera Shah teamed up to win girls doubles competition while junior Lexie Bonestroo took girls singles on Friday in a six-school tournament h...
Saturday area track summaries — April 14
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Texico InvitationalBoysTeam standings: 1. Texico 216; 2. Clovis Christian 79; 3. Clovis freshmen 76; 4. Dora 24; 5. Elida 0.Field eventsJavelin: 1. Rivera, Texico 168-7; 2. Haris, Texico 118-10; 3. Ch...
Cats unable to get sweep
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
The Hobbs Eagles were getting their District 4-5A baseball roadwork out of the way this week.Problem was, they were staring at an 0-4 start.The Eagles, who lost a doubleheader at Carlsbad on Tuesday,...
Lady Cats drop pair to Hobbs
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Compared to the rest of the doubleheader, in the top of the second inning of the second game, things were going pretty well for the Clovis High Lady Wildcats.No runs had scored, although two Hobbs Eag...
Perfect game sparks Lady Rams
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
It’s been a pretty special season so far for Portales High softball. On Friday, it got a little better.Senior Kelsey Laurenz threw a perfect game in the opener, striking out nine, and PHS posted...
Cleveland storms to victory
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
There was a palpable fear at the Wildcat Relays that the windy, overcast conditions that made the day comfortable for afternoon field events would turn into a cold, miserable wind for the Friday night...
Lady Cats finish third behind Storm, La Cueva
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
Clovis High’s Heather Pastirchak was oh, so close to winning girls pole vault in Friday’s Wildcat Relays at Leon Williams Stadium.How close? She could actually see it.Having cleared a pers...
Competition expected to be tough in Wildcat Relays
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
Clovis High boys coach Darren Kelley and girls coach Mike Hankins expect to get a good look at much of the top Class 5A competition their teams will see next month at state in today’s Clovis Inv...
Wildcats sweep Roswell
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
Senior shortstop Jobi Fontenot went 6-for-9, including a game-tying single in the seventh inning of the opener, and Clovis High's baseball team went on to an 8-7, 9-3 sweep of Roswell High on Tuesday...
Wildcats unable to move up from fifth
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
RUIDOSO — The Clovis High boys golf team couldn’t move up in the standings Tuesday in the Class 4A-5A portion of the Leroy Gooch Invitational, but the Wildcats did manage to earn their thi...
Lady Rams second in Leroy Gooch
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
RUIDOSO — If the Portales Lady Rams are going to make a run at a Class 3A state championship this spring, they've got their work cut out trying to catch Socorro.The Lady Warriors proved Monday...
Clovis teams fifth after first round
Published: Monday, April 9th, 2012
RUIDOSO — Except for senior Ethan Peterson, Clovis High’s boys had a bit of a tough first day on Monday in the Leroy Gooch Invitational golf tournament.Peterson shot a 1-over-par 72 at Alt...
Fox/Vixen track qualifier
Published: Monday, April 9th, 2012
At Fort SumnerBoysTeam standings: 1. Texico 117 1/2; 2. Fort Sumner 87; 3. Santa Rosa 71 1/2; 4. Clovis Christian 57; 5. (tie) Melrose and Mountainair 32; 7. Floyd 21; 8. Dora 12; 9. San Jon 10; 10. (...
Monday area prep baseball linescores — April 9
Published: Monday, April 9th, 2012
District 3-1AMelrose 10, Logan 8Logan 020 060 0 — 8 8 0Melrose 310 024 x —10 ...
Saturday area prep linescores — April 7
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
District 3-2AFirst gameTexico 15, Santa Rosa 1Texico 408 03 —15 11 2Santa Rosa 000 10 — 1 ...
Portales rallies past Clovis
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
CLOVIS — Clovis High’s softball team was three outs away from pulling off a much-needed win. After scoring five sixth-inning runs for a 6-5 lead over Portales on Saturday at Lady Wild...
Grady on coaching search
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
Grady High School has only five sports — boys basketball, girls basketball, volleyball, baseball and boys and girls track.The school is in the process of finding new head coaches in all of them...
Friday prep baseball linescores — April 6
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
District 3-1AFirst gameMelrose 14, San Jon 4Melrose 160 25 —14 13 1San Jon 003 10 — 4 &...
Rams rout Raton
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
When senior right-hander David Rodriguez is on his game, he's tough to beat.When the Portales Rams stake him to a seven-run lead in the first inning, the task becomes monumental.Rodriguez allowed onl...
Clovis outpaces Hobbs at first in-state meet
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
The Clovis girls track team made its first in-state track appearance of the season a memorable one.Senior Maddie McNaughton picked up wins in the 1,600 and 3,200 meters and the Lady Wildcats dominated...
Portales suffers first loss in split at West Las Vegas
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
Portales ran its season-opening win streak to nine before losing in the second game of a road doubleheader Thursday at West Las Vegas. Kelsey Laurenz scatted six hits in the opener and batterymat...
Prep linescores — April 4
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
CMI staff photo: Tony BullocksElida junior Taylor Boone threw a complete game on Tuesday as the Tigers defeated the Melrose Buffaloes 9-3 at Melrose. TuesdayElida 9, Melrose 3Elida 102 ...
Cats post 13-stroke win at Roswell
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
ROSWELL — The Clovis High boys golf team did something it hadn’t done in a while on Tuesday — break 300.The Wildcats finished with a four-man score of 299 in cruising to the team tit...
Goddard rallies for split with Cats
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
ROSWELL — In the first game, Clovis High’s baseball team looked like world-beaters. In the second, not so much.Roswell Goddard rallied from a 12-1 drubbing in the opener to beat the Wildca...
Monday prep baseball linescore — April 2
Published: Monday, April 2nd, 2012
MondayDora 6, Melrose 5Dora 112 000 2 — 6 8 4Melrose 031 000 1 — 5 9 ...
CHS tennis teams 7th, tied for 6th at Artesia
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
ARTESIA — Clovis High’s girls finished seventh with 17 points while the boys tied for sixth with three points over the weekend in Artesia’s Bulldog Invittaional.Onate swept both divi...
Lady Cats 2nd, Cats fourth at Hereford
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
HEREFORD — Junior Jenna Sievers won two events and Clovis High’s girls put together a solid overall outing to finish second in the Hereford Invitational on Friday and Saturday.Canyon Randa...
Cats earn split with Bulldogs
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
Clovis coach Drew Hatley feels like the Wildcats are starting to believe in the team they can be. They came a base hit away from being that team Saturday.CNJ staff photo: Kevin WilsonClovis junior pit...
Lady Rams’ Ledbetter off to good start
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
Portales junior Alex Ledbetter finished fourth in high jump and tied for fourth in pole vault in last year's Class 3A girls state track meet, and she's on course to possibly improve both events.JOSH...
PHS tabs Hobbs assistant new football coach
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
The Portales Rams have a new football coach in place, and now the school is looking for a boys basketball coach.Jaime Ramirez, a Hobbs High assistant for the past four years, was hired this week to re...
Cats notch state legs at Ruidoso
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
RUIDOSO — Ethan Peterson has gotten on his game.The Clovis High senior had his second consecutive strong outing on Friday, shooting a 4-under 68 to help the Wildcats finish second at 319, three...
Area prep baseball linescores — March 30
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
District 3-1AFirst gameFloyd 6, Melrose 3Melrose 010 101 0 — 3 1 4Floyd 022 011 x — 6 &...
Area prep baseball linescores — March 29
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
First gameEunice 11, Texico 1Eunice 111 35 —11 7 2Texico 001 00 — 1 4 p...
NMHSCA all-state basketball teams
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
BOYS FIRST TEAMClass 5ABryce Alford, La CuevaCullen Neal, EldoradoMando Marshall, Las Cruces HighJohn Dawson, ClovisMartin Colledge Romero, Albuquerque HighClass 4AAdrian Ortegon, Santa TeresaChase Sa...
Dozen area players named to all-state teams
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
PClovis senior Paige Gardner was one of 12 local players to receive first- or second-team selections on the New Mexico High School Coaches Association all-state teams.Senior Paige Gardner, who led the...
Weary Wolverines fall to Clovis JV
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
The idea of playing a team like the Clovis junior varsity is normally a good thing as far as Texico baseball coach Ty Thatcher is concerned.CMI photo: Tony BullocksClovis junior Kole Glover gets a bas...
Clovis' Dawson 1st-team all-state
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
Junior guard John Dawson, who helped Clovis High’s boys win the District 4-5A tournament championship and reach the Class 5A state semifinals, has been chosen to the 5A all-state first team by t...
Roosevelt County area baseball — March 26
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
First gameFloyd 5, New Mexico Military 3Floyd 000 301 1 — 5 8 4New Mexico Military 300 000 0 &mdas...
Goddard routs Lady Cats
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
On paper, it appeared to be a relatively even match — two young softball teams both struggling under the .500 mark.Turned out, it wasn’t. Clovis High couldn’t get runners in at key t...
Cats capture Artesia Invitational
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
ARTESIA — Clovis High’s boys had enough of a lead that even a bad final four holes couldn’t prevent them from winning Monday’s Artesia Invitational.It did, however, keep the Wi...
Miscues costly in Cats' loss
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — It’s hard to win when you make more than two or three errors in a game.It’s nearly impossible when you commit eight.Clovis outhit Volcano Vista 8-5 on Saturday morning,...
Saturday area prep linescore — March 24
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
NMMI Colt ClassicAt RoswellThird placeTexico 11, Santa Rosa 10Santa Rosa 110 512 0 —10 8 3Texico 402 030...
CHS teams sixth, seventh in Carlsbad tourney
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
CARLSBAD — Hannah Walker won three of four matches to notch third place in girls No. 6 singles for Clovis High’s top finish over the weekend in an eight-team tennis tournament hosted by Ca...
Saturday area prep linescore — March 24
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
NMMI Colt ClassicAt RoswellThird placeTexico 11, Santa Rosa 10Santa Rosa 110 512 0 —10 8 3Texico 402 030...
CHS qualifies six events for state at Amarillo Relays
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
AMARILLO — Clovis High’s track teams combined to get six entries qualified for state competition during the two-day Amarillo Relays.The Wildcats finished fifth with 34 points in boys compe...
Miscues costly in Cats' loss
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — It’s hard to win when you make more than two or three errors in a game.It’s nearly impossible when you commit eight.Clovis outhit Volcano Vista 8-5 on Saturday morning,...
Rio Grande tops Cats in bottom of 7th
Published: Friday, March 23rd, 2012
RIO GRANDE — Clovis High’s baseball team inched ahead in the top of the seventh inning on Friday, but couldn’t hold on against Rio Grande.The Ravens (8-3) put together four consecuti...
Lady Rams stay perfect
Published: Friday, March 23rd, 2012
CMI photo: Tony Bullocks Portales sophomore Simone Laurenz is greeted at home plate Friday night by teammates after hitting a solo homer in the bottom of the third inning against Clovis at...
Friday area baseball linescores — March 23
Published: Friday, March 23rd, 2012
NMMI Colt ClassicAt RoswellChampionship semifinalsDexter 16, Texico 11Dexter 420 060 4 —16 14 8Texico 001 p...
Editorial: Let's start acting like united states
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
A couple of years ago we lightly suggested that, if we can’t live together, the Red and Blue states should just form separate nations and be done with it. We facetiously suggested how the new ma...
Editorial: Let's start acting like united states
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
A couple of years ago we lightly suggested that, if we can’t live together, the Red and Blue states should just form separate nations and be done with it. We facetiously suggested how the new ma...
Column: Change is only constant in world
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
I have often heard the saying “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” This may sound like gratingly “touchy-feely, New Age” pablum, but I grudgingly admit it is true when...
Editorial: Take moment to remember pilot’s heroics
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
In an age when remotely piloted aircraft are the hot topic, we welcomed this week’s reminder to air travelers and their families that pilots on board commercial aircraft can mean the difference...
Editorial: Time to stop questions about guv’s grandpa
Published: Monday, May 7th, 2012
O K, so now we know. But why did anyone have to care? It’s now been confirmed that Gov. Susana Martinez’ paternal grandfather was a U.S. citizen and not an illegal immigrant. Holy smokes,...
Column: I'm a believer of my philosophies
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
Contrary to popular opinion, I am a “believer.”I believe:• If putting from 50 yards off the green becomes prohibited, I will stop golfing.• Most politicians and party members bea...
Column: Everybody can make contribution
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
On the walls at Dora School last week were flyers that read, “Got food? Some don’t.”In the center was a photo of a young woman known very well to that school.Sarah Walker is a 20-yea...
Editorial: State support for higher education lacking
Published: Saturday, May 5th, 2012
President Barack Obama picked an easy — but important — issue to share with college students last week, including some at the University of Iowa.The interest rate on the popular Stafford s...
Future predictions may ring true
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Sometimes I bet you sit around thinking, gee, I wonder what it will be like when the New Mexico 2112 Bicentennial Committee meets to plan the celebration of our 200 years of statehood?I know I wonder...
Some concerts I’d rather forget
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
During my biennial spring cleaning, I unearthed concert ticket stubs carbon-dated to the 70s.Although I was there, I don’t remember some. Others are indelible.At Eric Clapton’s 2004 Crossr...
Reading top priority for students
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
“Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.” — Civil rights champion Frederick Douglass Coaches bring strategy, focus and inspiration to the game. It’s hard t...
Editorial: Life without parole makes better option
Published: Monday, April 23rd, 2012
W hen Connecticut became the 17th state to abolish the death penalty earlier this month, one of the arguments that swayed lawmakers was that the existence of the death penalty makes...
Column: Birthdays can bring some positives
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Don’t panic if you forgot my birthday today; you’ve still got time to shop.You can order tickets online from the Texas Rangers, Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Cowboys or a gift certificate from...
Editorial: Horse slaughter offers solution in tough time
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Horses are majestic animals, loyal companions, hard workers, even great exercise. All true. But none of those points offer a reason to block the opening of a proposed equine slaughterhouse in Ro...
Letters to the editor: Wildcat Relays community event
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
Wildcat Relays community eventI am writing to compliment Brian Stacy and his entire crew of workers who ran the Wildcat Relays last Friday at the Rock and high school field.There were coaches, teacher...
Editorial: Teens deserve to be informed of options
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
We know that the only sure defense against teenagers becoming pregnant is abstinence. Steering clear of intercourse also is the only foolproof way to avoid sexually transmitted diseases.The Daily Repu...
Ugly winds of political season here
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Let’s talk about dust today. Appropriate subject, given this season of reduced visibility as the wind picks up loose levels of groundcover in Silver City and drops them on Clovis. That is fortun...
Happiness rooted in simplicity
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
I cannot help you understand Wall Street; combustion engines; electricity; aerodynamics; architecture; television signals; operating backhoes; fracturing for oil; tax deductions; great art; open-heart...
Editorial: We need more volunteers to inspire us
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Inspiration is all around. Whether you are moved by courage in battle, comebacks from adversity, the finest musicians and poets and actors and ballplayers, or simply by the majesty of a sunset,...
Editorial: Courts will decide fate of Zimmerman
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
No matter who says what in today’s world of instant commentary, no one really knows whether George Zimmerman committed a crime Feb. 26, or if he was defending himself whe...
Feds deserve blame for gas prices
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
Let me take a wild-eyed guess: You are unhappy about the rising price of gasoline. I’ll make another guess: You are blaming the wrong people.Most people place the blame on oil companies and igno...
Bill would help veterans transition
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
The Hiring Heroes Act of 2011 is a bill that would allow for veterans of the military to receive additional educational benefits, participate in mandatory training for military-to-civilian job transit...
Editorial: Martha Stewart made her mark on community
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
Clovis lost one of its finest treasures this week with the passing of Martha Elaine Stewart.A Navy lieutenant during World War II, she made her mark in Clovis as a tireless church nursery worker...
Editorial: School board should use better judgment
Published: Monday, April 2nd, 2012
Some Albuquerque Public Schools board members seem to have taken leave of their civic sense with their support of a proposal to ban elected officials or candidates from speaking at high sc...
Remembering the battle of Glorieta Pass
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
On this day 150 years ago the most significant Civil War battlefield in New Mexico and the Southwest was finally quiet. Three days of back-and-forth bloodletting at the Battle of Glorieta Pass w...
Service members earned low fees
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
A House subcommittee expected to vote soon on whether to recommend raising retiree TRICARE fees sharply over the next five years heard some compelling testimony against the move last week.Retired Air...
Track officials should address safety concerns
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
The nation's horse-racing industry could become a ward of the federal government due to reported safety concerns involving its golden egg, the horses.Five of seven tracks at the head of this safety s...
Letters to the editor: Defamatory speech not protected
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
Defamatory speech not protectedWe often refer to our First Amendment to protect our speech and symbolic actions. Freedom of speech is freedom from prosecution for voicing our opinions and beliefs or f...
Editorial: Allegations should be made public
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
In the view of Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Winston Brooks, investigators for the state Public Education Department swooped down on an Albuquerque elementary school earlier this mon...
Signs good step for city of Clovis
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
Former Clovis News Journal Publisher Bill Salter loved to brag that Clovis was the most libertarian city in America.Many residential neighborhoods don't even have stop signs, he would say. Everyone...
Only thing I can feel is agitation
Published: Saturday, March 24th, 2012
It is hard to admit, but I may be a psychopath.I have never been violent — except against vending machines — but I seldom feel genuine empathy.Oh, I'm good at pretending. I can look other...
Navy petty officer from Clovis awarded for rescue efforts
Published: Wednesday, April 18th, 2012
A Navy petty officer from Clovis was honored earlier this month for his rescue efforts aboard an MH-60S helicopter in the eastern Sierra Nevada Mountains, according to a Navy press releasePetty Office...
Former Cannon officer speaks about experience during Don't Ask Don't...
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
A former Cannon Air Force Base lieutenant colonel spoke Friday at Eastern New Mexico University about how his life was affected by the recently-eliminated Don’t Ask Don’t Tell policy. p...
Navy jet crashes into Va, apartments, pilots eject
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Emergency crews searched the charred remains of a Virginia Beach apartment complex Friday after a fighter jet crashed into it just after takeoff in what Navy officials call...
Family of Cannon airman expresses relief he was found
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
A Cannon Air Force Base lieutenant missing since March 12 reported to a California air force base on Monday, according to a press release from Cannon Air Force Base public affairs officials.According...
Press release: Missing Cannon AFB lieutenant found
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
The Cannon Air Force Base lieutenant missing since March 12 has been found safe in California.
Organization loans out formal dresses
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Courtesy photo Tyleen Caffrey poses in front of her selection of formal wear excited for her first Prom Extravaganza of the year at Portales High School.The idea was to help 10 to 15 girls...
Panel declines TRICARE fee hikes
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
The House Armed Services Committee has voted to raise drug co-payments for TRICARE beneficiaries who have brand-name prescriptions filled at retail pharmacies or through the TRICARE mail order program...
ESPN trades integrity for access
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
If the Texas Rangers keep up their pace and advance to their third consecutive World Series, and team owner Nolan Ryan was brought on as a series analyst, Fox Sports would be subject to questions of f...
Legislator pay needs consideration
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
Here's a no-brainer. Teachers should not expect to be paid if they trot off to Santa Fe to serve as a New Mexico representative or senator.That is to say, if you are a teacher member of the Legislatu...
My turn: Downsized dreams easily attained
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
With commencement season under way on the High Plains, it's time for my annual realistic advice to new graduates.Despite speakers orating high-falutin' words about achieving your dreams, most of you...
McGee: Finding Gene eases lawn care burden
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
The grass was growing higher and higher in the yard of The Stucco Hacienda. The weeds leered at me. I hadn't seen a goat-head yet, but I was sure it was only a matter of time.Here it was not even the...
In search of ponies: Children see best part about being an animal
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
The wind giveth and it taketh away.At any given time around here you're likely to be on one end or the other of the wind equation — losing or receiving property.Sometimes the gifts are large, f...
Column: Change is only constant in world
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
I have often heard the saying “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” This may sound like gratingly “touchy-feely, New Age” pablum, but I grudgingly admit it is true when...
Child predators worth resources
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Regarding Friday's editorial "Child predators creepy, but worth resources?" in the Clovis News Journal:CNJ claims it wants to make sure law enforcement's resources are going toward catching those...
Three crazes worth looking into
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
For this week, I'd like to discuss a trio of crazes. I don't understand one, I look at the second with a different angle and the third is just a craze I'd like to see.• I don't get this whole...
Bill first step to curbing abuses
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
President Obama's high-profile signing Friday of an executive order to protect Post-9/11 GI Bill users from predatory practices of for-profit schools is viewed by veterans' service organizations as...
In search of ponies: Mothers in animal kingdom have different methods
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
They build homes, hunt, stand guard during nap time, comfort, nurture and scold.Sometimes they are the most gentle spirits, other times the most ferocious defenders, and often, a little of both.Throug...
Self control best way to govern
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Libertarianism is often described as the advocacy of maximum liberty and minimum government. The "maximum liberty" part is pretty easy to understand, once you really understand what liberty is. As l...
Political filtering counter productive
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
I go to Roger Ebert's website for movie reviews. I get his newsletter for interesting movie trailers. I came to his Facebook page Monday and got disappointment.It wasn't with Ebert (although we have...
TRICARE fee hike still on table
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
The House armed services subcommittee on military personnel has declined to give the Obama administration new authority it sought to phase in higher TRICARE fees on military retirees over the next fou...
McGee: Growing a garden of weeds
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
I was riding my bicycle along one of our streets the other day and noticed some yellow flowers. I thought they brightened up the vacant lot. I saw yellow flowers; I knew many more folks would just see...
In search of ponies: Bunnies have hand in heating up Earth
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
Invariably, the issue of weird weather comes up these days, especially with record temperatures set on a regular basis and extreme phenomenon rising to the top of headlines fairly often.Global warming...
Real joy found with heaven's true prince
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
I guess I need to see an Eye, Ears, Nose & Throat specialist. Or maybe a neurologist. I keep getting things stuck in my head.I got a frog stuck in my throat at the end of a recent sermon. (Better...
Government more like unruly dog
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
George Washington is quoted as saying, "Government is not reason. It is not eloquence. It is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master." Unfortunate-ly, in spite of this aware...
State should accept federal cuts
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
Generally, the Rio Grande Foundation focuses primarily on state and local policy issues. Nonetheless, given New Mexico's status as one of, if not the, most reliant states on federal spending within i...
Media hypes fear of sex offenders
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
A friend of mine found out via cell phone app that a registered sex offender lived on her block. Now she regrets letting her kids play in the front yard.An acquaintance's friend used the same app, an...
Payments to military may rise
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
So far, several hundred military members who lost homes to illegal foreclosure actions by big banks and mortgage servicers have received settlements of $116,785 apiece for economic loss and emotional...
Dogs have own way of acclimating to camping trip
Published: Friday, April 20th, 2012
T he other weekend we took our dogs with us to the mountains, their first road trip with us. There’s Lilly the Aussie mix and Buddy the cocker mix. Lilly is adventuresome and likes t...
Return of miller moths best appreciated from porch
Published: Friday, April 20th, 2012
During the daylight hours it's easy to forget they exist, but as the sun falls they emerge and in the blink of an eye, they're everywhere.Their shadows flicker by the window and agitate your perip...
No justice in Florida teen’s slaying
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
One recent big national news story where I seem to differ with a lot of libertarians is the George Zimmerman/Trayvon Martin shooting.I have seen the prevailing voices shift support behind whichever of...
Study: Military marriages resilient
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
Despite enormous stress on military families from repeated wartime deployments and long periods living apart, service marriages are showing a level of resilience that social scientists can't yet expl...
Buffet rules should be established
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
Give people a new communication tool, it changes the world. Make it accessible to everybody, and it changes the spelling.We got an example last night, after the Senate defeated the "Buffett Rule." N...
In search of ponies: Animals never cease to amaze
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
Every now and then we all need to be wowed and amazed a little, a fact capitalized on by circuses for centuries.But three rings and a tent are not required to have one of those “wow” momen...
McGee: Missing the idealism of youth
Published: Friday, April 13th, 2012
A guy came in the bike shop the other day. I asked him where he's from. I like to ask folks where they're from, because it takes my brain on a little trip.Anyway, the guy said he was from Tooele, Ut...
State not necessary for good life
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
Many of my favorite things to do in and around Clovis are at government-owned locations. Which is kind of sad.I really enjoy the zoo, the library, Goodwin Lake Trails and Oasis State Park, just to nam...
State not necessary for good life
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
Many of my favorite things to do in and around Clovis are at government-owned locations. Which is kind of sad.I really enjoy the zoo, the library, Goodwin Lake Trails and Oasis State Park, just to nam...
Hospice volunteers are invaluable
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
National Volunteer Week is celebrated April 15-21 and Plains Regional Medical Center Home Health and Hospice is honoring its core of dedicated volunteers who provide, support, companionship, and digni...
Public-sector unions stifle progress
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
Many scholars are better versed on the history of public employee unions than I am, but there is one credential I can claim that they cannot: I am a taxpayer in the People's Republic of New Jerseysta...
Veteran: Fee hike ‘slap in the face’
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
Older retirees such as Air Force Master Sgt. Floyd Sears, 81, stand shoulder to shoulder with younger generations of retirees in opposing any of the higher fees being proposed for hard earned TRICARE...
No excuse for legislators ignoring law
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
Granted, the state Campaign Reporting Act isn't beach reading. But taxpayers should be able to trust that the people they have elected to write their laws understand those laws and follow them.And gr...
Proposed industrial bill frivolous
Published: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012
Imagine we’re in next year’s Legislature, and a representative suggests the following: Whenever the police arrest you for a crime, they can only keep you for as long as they reimburse you...
Real life definitely more interesting
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
It would be disingenuous to pretend that I’m never shallow.When the Cowboys are not on “Monday Night Football,” I watch “How I Met Your Mother,” “2 Broke Girls&rdqu...
Easter Bunny still creepy to me
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
I've got to say I've always been a little creeped out by the Easter Bunny.Santa Claus might be a little scary to little kids but at least his looks make a little bit of sense. A six-foot rabbit make...
Bathtubs not meant for sharing
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
What if today's motels were set up so that everyone on the same floor shared one bathroom? And there were no showers, everyone shared a bathtub. What would you do? That's a chin-scratcher, ain't it...
Feds deserve blame for gas prices
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
Let me take a wild-eyed guess: You are unhappy about the rising price of gasoline. I’ll make another guess: You are blaming the wrong people.Most people place the blame on oil companies and igno...
Bill would help veterans transition
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
The Hiring Heroes Act of 2011 is a bill that would allow for veterans of the military to receive additional educational benefits, participate in mandatory training for military-to-civilian job transit...
A tsunami of joy flows from a little-used tomb
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
"Joy is the serious business of heaven," wrote C. S. Lewis. Whatever the musical key of "the concert of the age," on the eternal day when God's people from across the ages, people of every tribe...
Fate of TRICARE in west unsure
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
TRICARE beneficiaries across 21 western states won't know for another three months whether TriWest Healthcare Alliance will continue to administer their healthcare benefit beyond March of next year.A...
Strangers always become stories
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
This weekend, while making a random shopping trip, I was approached by a store employee, asking if I needed help with anything."No thanks, just looking," I said, though I still made polite conversat...
Ban on feeding deer absurd
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
Here's why it is so much cooler to be a simple New Mexico columnist instead of a United States Supreme Court Justice.Instead of waking up at 3 a.m. troubled by the awesomely complex decision about wh...
My turn: Returning home to treasure hunt
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
I am moving to my hometown of Mt. Vernon (pop. 2,000), Texas, to pursue two lifelong dreams: buying a used pontoon boat for treasure hunts on nearby Lake Cypress Springs, and starting a newspaper to...
Don't forget to hang up when you're done
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
Have you ever left a voice mail and then forgot to hang up the phone?It happened to me the other day.I was working on a bicycle at my bike shop when The Lady of the House came in angrily waving a pape...
In search of ponies: Tunes may be tortuous
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
It’s a beautiful day so you decide to spend time with the pooch.He eagerly bounds into the car, settles in the seat beside you, and off you go — windows down, radio cranked.Bouncing down t...
A good book sounds an important warning
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
I don't know how long it took Eugene Peterson to actually write his book "The Pastor_, but though he's written around thirty others, it took him almost eighty years to be able to write this one.An...
State creates made-up problems
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
It amuses me how many problems that have a government-mandated "solution" are caused by previous government mandates that came about as misguided solutions for previously manufactured problems. And,...
Education column: Teachers transition to common core state standards
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
For some years now, research has been conducted on state educational standards used across the United States. Since state standards may vary considerably, students complete their public education base...
Service members earned low fees
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
A House subcommittee expected to vote soon on whether to recommend raising retiree TRICARE fees sharply over the next five years heard some compelling testimony against the move last week.Retired Air...
Close encounters
of the presidential kind
Published: Friday, March 23rd, 2012
The president of the United States came to New Mexico this past week. He went to Carlsbad though, he didn't stop to visit us here on the High Plains.It's not the first time someone from the White Ho...
Mother Nature always repackaging creatures
Published: Friday, March 23rd, 2012
Traipsing through dense plants while swatting at exotic blood-sucking insects and side-stepping vipers, some guy in a floppy hat stops to flip over a chunk of rotting wood and BINGO!A new species is a...
Editorial: Visa proposal could bring talent to nation
Published: Tuesday, May 15th, 2012
Each year, Washington awards visas to immigrants who bring skills and qualifications prized by high-tech companies. This is an eminently sensible policy, since highly trained immigrants add greatly t...
Editorial: Let's start acting like united states
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
A couple of years ago we lightly suggested that, if we can’t live together, the Red and Blue states should just form separate nations and be done with it. We facetiously suggested how the new ma...
Editorial: Let's start acting like united states
Published: Monday, May 14th, 2012
A couple of years ago we lightly suggested that, if we can’t live together, the Red and Blue states should just form separate nations and be done with it. We facetiously suggested how the new ma...
Editorial: Public officials make too many deals in private
Published: Saturday, May 12th, 2012
They say the words, claiming "transparency" and "the public's right to know" are priorities.But too many public officials are conducting public business in private.They call it "executive sessio...
Editorial: Take moment to remember pilot’s heroics
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
In an age when remotely piloted aircraft are the hot topic, we welcomed this week’s reminder to air travelers and their families that pilots on board commercial aircraft can mean the difference...
Editorial: District 7 Senate candidates have similar views
Published: Wednesday, May 9th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico's hottest political race is for the Senate District 7 seat, left open by the retirement of Clint Harden.The debate has been spirited since mid-February when mental health counselor...
Editorial: Obama taking too much credit for Osama raid
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
Try as we might, we are unable to picture Franklin D. Roosevelt, Harry Truman or Dwight D. Eisenhower spiking the ball at the end of World War II.The image of George H.W. Bush doing an end-zone danc...
Child predators are creepy, but worth resources?
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
The Curry County Sheriff's Office arrested another alleged Internet child predator on Wednesday.This one, officials said, came from Midland, Texas, in hopes of having sex with a supposed 12-year-old...
Editorial: Plenty of blame to go around at Portales PD
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
Portales Mayor Sharon King sees a review of the Portales Police Department as a "positive thing."Police Chief Jeff Gill contends, "The only issue I've found in this deal was that there was old evi...
Editorial: Clinton, LBJ mastered art of compromise
Published: Tuesday, May 1st, 2012
F ew political observers have compared the 42nd president of the United States with the 36th.But what former President Bill Clinton intoned last week at West Texas A&M University well might have...
Editorial: Unique altruism: Donate body to science
Published: Monday, April 30th, 2012
A sentence in an obituary last week contained an interesting message for readers to consider. And it hints at the mindset of that newly deceased Clovis man, retired banker Stephen Parker Hoxie Jr.The...
Editorial: Republicans can still embrace DREAM Act
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
After a depressing two years in which Arizona and South Carolina passed draconian anti-immigrant laws — and Republican presidential candidates missed nary an opportunity to back their hardline s...
Editorial: High Plains Patriots' agenda seems selective
Published: Wednesday, April 25th, 2012
The High Plains Patriots are riled up again. This time the target is Clovis' new city-owned golf course; specifically the clubhouse restaurant.The topic is expected to come up when the Patriots meet...
Editorial: Coach Summitt deserves all her accolades
Published: Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
Pat Summitt has stepped aside as coach of the University of Tennessee women's basketball team after 38 glorious years, but she remains at the pinnacle of her profession.When the news broke that Sum...
Run, Becky, run and run
and run and run
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
You can see it in her form that Becky Rowley has a runner’s body: leggy, lean, fit, eyes ever looking ahead, not down.Now it is mid-April and once more we have a set of numbers from the prestigi...
Government offers little reason to trust
Published: Wednesday, April 18th, 2012
As if anyone needed more reason to be skeptical of government spending, two local entities provided reminders this week.On Monday, members of the Eastern Plains Council of Governments learned they wou...
Jury holds ad makers accountable
Published: Tuesday, April 17th, 2012
At times it seems nothing could possibly be shocking anymore when it comes to American politics.Sure, it's easy to turn on cable news talk programs and see Rachel Maddow, Ann Coulter, James Carvill...
Editorial: Teens deserve to be informed of options
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
We know that the only sure defense against teenagers becoming pregnant is abstinence. Steering clear of intercourse also is the only foolproof way to avoid sexually transmitted diseases.The Daily Repu...
Editorial: Courts will decide fate of Zimmerman
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
No matter who says what in today’s world of instant commentary, no one really knows whether George Zimmerman committed a crime Feb. 26, or if he was defending himself whe...
Arrest presents opportunity for justice
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
No matter who says what in today's world of instant commentary, no one really knows whether George Zimmerman committed a crime Feb. 26, or if he was defending himself when he killed Florida teenager...
Group offers alternative to Obamacare
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
F ollowing the recent arguments about Obamacare before the Supreme Court, supporters of the president's health care law are once again criticizing opponents of the law for failing to offer their ow...
Editorial: Wisconsin GOP Gov. Walker needs to stay
Published: Monday, April 9th, 2012
Few people should be surprised that a recent poll of Wisconsin Republicans shows 82 percent of them approve of embattled GOP Gov. Scott Walker.Or that the state’s liberals — le...
Editorial: Message behind Easter can inspire us all
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
The Gospel of Mark tells us three women approached the tomb of Jesus intending to anoint his body with spices.Along the way, they wondered how they might move the large, heavy stone from the tomb&rsqu...
Editorial: Martha Stewart made her mark on community
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
Clovis lost one of its finest treasures this week with the passing of Martha Elaine Stewart.A Navy lieutenant during World War II, she made her mark in Clovis as a tireless church nursery worker...
Commissioners need to listen to voters better
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
The least surprising thing about the outcome of Tuesday's $9.3 million jail bond vote, defeated 1,014-946, was the surprise uttered by some Curry County commissioners.They have been turning deaf ea...
Elections best avenue to settle contested issues
Published: Tuesday, April 3rd, 2012
One way or another, it looks as if Oklahoma is headed for a personhood law. It won't, however, be without a not-unexpected fight.The Center for Reproductive Rights has filed a lawsuit that, if succes...
Editorial: School board should use better judgment
Published: Monday, April 2nd, 2012
Some Albuquerque Public Schools board members seem to have taken leave of their civic sense with their support of a proposal to ban elected officials or candidates from speaking at high sc...
Candidates should consider Johnson’s ideas
Published: Saturday, March 31st, 2012
New Mexico remembers Gary Johnson as the two-term governor, 1995-2003, who vetoed more legislative bills than maybe all 49 other governors.By his count Johnson signed more than 750 vetoes. That left t...
Supreme Court hearings should be broadcast
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Even by U.S. Supreme Court standards, this week's hearings on President Obama's health reform act are a historical milestone. It's arguably the biggest case the court has addressed in decades.Sadly...
Remembering the battle of Glorieta Pass
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
On this day 150 years ago the most significant Civil War battlefield in New Mexico and the Southwest was finally quiet. Three days of back-and-forth bloodletting at the Battle of Glorieta Pass w...
Track officials should address safety concerns
Published: Tuesday, March 27th, 2012
The nation's horse-racing industry could become a ward of the federal government due to reported safety concerns involving its golden egg, the horses.Five of seven tracks at the head of this safety s...
Editorial: Allegations should be made public
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
In the view of Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Winston Brooks, investigators for the state Public Education Department swooped down on an Albuquerque elementary school earlier this mon...
As need grew, so did giving to United Way
Published: Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
In the spirit of individuality, how do we demonstrate generosity to those in need?Unquestionably, routinely, the people of this region open their hearts and their wallets and checkbooks.Nowhere outsid...
Letters to the editor: America’s values are tarnished
Published: Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Recently I received the following email: "I am still praying for I believe it will be the end of America as we know it if Obama gets re-elected."In response I wrote:America as we have known it is al...
Letters to the editor: Wildcat Relays community event
Published: Monday, April 16th, 2012
Wildcat Relays community eventI am writing to compliment Brian Stacy and his entire crew of workers who ran the Wildcat Relays last Friday at the Rock and high school field.There were coaches, teacher...
Letters to the editor: Performance highlights talents
Published: Wednesday, April 4th, 2012
Sunday was a great day in Clovis.The First United Methodist Church, Kingswood United Methodist and Clovis Community College put on an absolutely awesome performance of “The Rose of Calvary.&rdqu...
Letters to the editor: Defamatory speech not protected
Published: Monday, March 26th, 2012
Defamatory speech not protectedWe often refer to our First Amendment to protect our speech and symbolic actions. Freedom of speech is freedom from prosecution for voicing our opinions and beliefs or f...
Press release: Residents warned of counterfeit cash
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
Release Date: May 11, 2012 Incident Type: Counterfeit Money Scam In Clovis UsingWashed Money To Reprint $100 Bills Contact Person: Patrick Whitney, Captain, PublicInformation Offi...
Press release: Matt Chandler named New Mexico prosecutor of the year
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Santa Fe, NM: Prosecutors and staff from around the state gathered last week in Ruidoso for their annual spring training conference, which was sponsored by the New Mexico Administrative Office of theD...
What's Happening: March 29
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
TodaySelecting, Installing and maintaining a computer — 9 a.m. to noon, Clovis-Carver Public Library. Information: 769-7840Pre-school story hour — 10 a.m., Clovis-Carver Public Library. In...
Ticket feature: U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors to take stage
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
Clovis, known widely as an Air Force town, is getting a visit from some very boisterous Army members. Courtesy photo The U.S. Army Field Band’s Jazz Ambassadors will perform a free con...
The write stuff
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
Tucked away in the special collections section of Eastern New Mexico University’s Golden Library Friday afternoon, beginning writers sat with pen in hand absorbing advice from experienced writer...
Education column: Teachers transition to common core state standards
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
For some years now, research has been conducted on state educational standards used across the United States. Since state standards may vary considerably, students complete their public education base...
Education digest: March 29
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
Alumni will be honoredClovis High alumni will be honored during the he Purple Pride Hall of Honor Banquet 6 p.m. April 14 at Clovis Civic CenterClovis High School Hall of Honor 2012 inductees are:&bul...
Clovis students immersed in testing
Published: Wednesday, March 28th, 2012
Third-grade mathClovis school students are taking state mandated tests this week that assess reading, writing, math, science and social studies proficiency. The Standard Based Assessments b...
Press release: Clovis man shot in leg on Hull Street
Published: Friday, April 27th, 2012
Clovis dash; April 27, 2012 dash; On Friday, April 27, 2012, at approximately 8:54 AM, the Clovis Police Department Dispatch Center received a 911 call with information someone was involved in a f...
Ex-Guardsman from Texas guilty in NM teen sex case
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — A former National Guard recruiter in Lubbock, Texas, has pleaded guilty in a teen sex sting case set up by police in New Mexico.Jeffrey Neal Jackson pleaded guilty to a coercion an...
Press release: Guardsman pleads guilty to child sex charge
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
GUILTY TO FEDERAL CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION CHARGEALBUQUERQUE — (Wednesday) morning in Albuquerque federal court, Jeffrey Neal Jackson entered a guilty plea to Count 1 of a two-count indictment...
Club notes: May 13
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
Encanto Garden ClubThe Encanto Garden Club met in April at Vines Italian Restaurante in Portales, which tied into a pilgrimage the club takes during the year. Club president, Jacque Wuest, called to o...
Reunion: May 13
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
Clovis High School class of 1948 met for a reunion in April. Nineteen of us enjoyed lunch at this spring get-together. There were 15 classmates and four mates. It is fun to remember the times back the...
Senior calendar: May 13 -May 19
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: No dance at Los AbuelitosMonday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily activities, quilting and sewing; 1 p.m. Bingo at Los Abuelitos PortalesTuesday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. da...
Quilting tips featured on show
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
Information on tips for pet parents, a quilting technique called Easy Pieces and making a mixed media banner will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon...
School menus: May 13 -May 19
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
Clovis elementary schoolsMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Steak fingers, mashed potatoes and gravy, corn on the cob, ranch salad, fruit.Tuesday: Breakfast —French toast....
Shoutout: May 13
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
Couple to celebrate first anniversaryJoe Paul and Tina Lopez of Clovis will celebrate their first wedding anniversary on May 20. Tina’s older sister, Chana, says to have witnessed their journey...
Engagements: May 13
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
Cobb-TerryCraig and Kelly Cobb of Pampa, Texas, announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Callie Sue Cobb, to Payton Cole Terry, son of Kendall and Jana Terry of Portales.The...
Never expect to bury next generation
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
The Gearins, as a family, were scattered throughout the hills of eastern Ohio, between East Liverpool and Youngstown, and in another direction, to Steubenville. Their prominence, which was not based i...
Let’s give thanks for moms
Published: Friday, May 11th, 2012
Things my mom actually did in her adventurous life …• Sewed shirts from a pattern.• Invented the dookie bar.• Changed irrigation tubes from a Chevy station wagon.• Shot a bu...
amos the churchmouse: a tribute to amos s mom
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Editor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hurling himself at the keys, but he can't use the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation marks - except hyphens and dashes. a tribute to...
Religion column: Life's lessons worth another look
Published: Thursday, May 10th, 2012
Editor's note: The following column is being rerun at reader request.I wrote at the beginning of last year about 30 things I have learned. I have had several requests from readers to run this article...
Word origins fascinating
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
"The Online Etymology Dictionary."That's the name of a website I discovered recently. No, it's not a site devoted to knowledge about bugs. That's "entomology." Etymology is indeed a "-logy" s...
No one erects statues to honor critics
Published: Tuesday, May 8th, 2012
In an old issue of "Leadership Journal", Haddon Robinson retells the story of a very talented young musician who was crestfallen as he sat reading the critics' reviews of his recent concert. The ne...
Pitch perfect
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
Clovis resident Len Santi was drafted by the New York Giants baseball team in 1940, but Uncle Sam had other plans. Santi, who was raised in New York, came to Clovis with the Air Force and helped build...
Anniversary — May 6
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
MartinezMartin and Anna Marie Flores Martinez will celerate their 25th wedding anniversary on Wednesday. They were married on May 9, 1987, in Clovis.A reception and dance was given by their children,...
School menus — May 6
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
Clovis elementaryMonday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes w/gravy, ranch salad, fruit whip, whole wheat roll.Tuesday: Breakfast —Cinnamon roll. L...
Senior happenings — May 6
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. dance at Friendship Senior CenterMonday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily activities, quilting and sewing; 1 p.m. Bingo at Los Abuelitos PortalesTue...
On the shelves — May 6
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
The following books are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"The Family Handyman Home Improvement 2012" combines a year's worth of hints, tips, and advice from America's favorite Do-it-Yourse...
Cake decorating featured on show
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
Information on making bolster pillows, decorating cakes and embellishing paper mache boxes will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are...
Club notes — May 6
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
Curry County Extension ClubCurry County Extension Clubs leader training was held April 19 at the extension office with nine club members and four guests attending. Home economist Glenda Belcher presen...
Ancestor’s legacy fascinating
Published: Friday, May 4th, 2012
The roots of my Maxwell ancestors won't leave me alone and that's a pretty cool thing.I don't actually believe in ghosts but on a trip to the heart of Texas to help my uncle celebrate his 80th birt...
Religion calendar — May 4
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
SundayWorship service and Sunday school — 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Sunday worship with communion Trinity Lutheran Church, ELCA, 1705 W. 21st St. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Information: 763-4816.Wors...
Reader-submitted: High Plains Chorale performing today
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
The High Plains Chorale of Clovis Community College will present "An Evening of American Choral Music" 7 p.m. today in the sanctuary of First United Methodist Church.The church is located at 1501 Sy...
Religion feature: Pastor organizes food drive
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Pastor Bonita Knox believes all humans have a duty to share what they have with other humans abundantly.For this reason, Knox organizes a food drive and a coin collection the first Sunday of every mon...
Religion column: Keep children’s watchful eyes in mind
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
I was looking through old pictures and found a picture of then 3-year-old daughter Annie standing with my shoes on and an old purse slung over her shoulder.She went through a time where she tried to w...
amos the churchmouse: ernie the fruit peddler
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the keyboard letters, and he can't operate the capital shift, and he shuns punctuation mar...
Religion digest — May 4
Published: Thursday, May 3rd, 2012
Relatives to pray for woman's returnRelatives and friends of Kathy Lawson-Arredondo will gather at 8:30 p.m. May 11 at the Prince Street Baptist Church, 421 Prince St. to pray for her return to Clovi...
Honors — April 29
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
JohnstonJohnstonPlains Regional Medical Center Auxiliary recognized Paula Johnston as auxilian of the month for March. Johnston joined the auxiliary in August 2000. She is currently serving as preside...
Anniversary — April 29
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
SalazarElias and Emma Salazar of Melrose will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on May 3, 2012.The couple was married May 3, 1952, in Clovis. They have eight children, 28 grandchildren and 34 g...
Engagements — April 29
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Carey-BarelaCarey-BarelaCraig and Ina Carey of Texico announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Jody Carey of Clovis, to Roy Barela of Clovis, son of Gary and Sandra Crisp of...
On the shelves — April 29
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
The following books are available atClovis Carver Public Library"Heaven Is for Real: A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back" by Todd Burpo was given by Kelli Moore in memory...
Club notes — April 29
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Daughters of the American RevolutionThe El Portal chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution met in Sandra Hays home April 14. The program was presented by Dick Sullinger, who joined the Navy...
Senior happenings — April 29
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m., Dance at La Casa Senior CenterMonday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities, quilting and sewing; 1 p.m. Bingo at Los Abuelitos PortalesTues...
Centerpiece crafting featured on show
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Information on various crafts and making long and low centerpieces will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountain.)Jann Johnson i...
School menus — April 29
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Clovis elementaryMonday: Breakfast — Egg and cheese biscuit. Lunch — Soft beef taco, salsa, seasoned pinto beans, shredded lettuce, seasonal fruitTuesday: Breakfast —French toast. Lu...
Memories surface with moth migration
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
Miller moths bring back strange memories. Consider the time when Jeff Korman, the football player who lived down the hall from us in my college freshman year, was eating moths to entertain my roommate...
Miller moth migration in full swing
Published: Saturday, April 28th, 2012
I stirred slowly from sleep when I felt her soft velvet touch on my shoulder.With the sheet thrown back to my knees because of the hot night, my mind followed her willowy touch as she traced a delicat...
Real joy found with heaven's true prince
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
I guess I need to see an Eye, Ears, Nose & Throat specialist. Or maybe a neurologist. I keep getting things stuck in my head.I got a frog stuck in my throat at the end of a recent sermon. (Better...
Reader-submitted: Handbell choir performing Sunday
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
The Asbury Ringers of First United Methodist Church will be performing "An Evening of English Handbells" 6 p.m. Sunday in the church's Sanctuary, 1501 Sycamore St. Photo submitted by Ken McDon...
Religion feature: Cowboy church draws casual crowd
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
Dusty Leatherwood preaches to his congregation Monday nights in the lobby of Clovis Livestock Auction, about 20 feet from where livestock is sold to the highest bidder.He preaches from a podium made f...
Religion column: God always ready to answer his phone
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
Virginia was a telephone switchboard operator in the mountains of North Carolina. It was the depression era, and times were hard. Virginia loved to visit with her neighbors as she was connecting their...
amos the churchmouse: changing world same jesus
Published: Thursday, April 26th, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on a computer keyboard, but he can't operate the capital shift, and he shuns punctuation mark...
Birthday — April 22
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
JohnsonBill Johnson of Clovis will celebrate his 80th birthday 2 p.m. today at 1404 Strafford Lane, Clovis. The celebration will be hosted by his wife, Glenda, and his four daughters; Teresa Harvey of...
Shoutouts — April 22
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Ministry thanks volunteersPastor Randy and Donna Gomez, the staff and residents at the Beacon of Light Outreach Ministries would like to express our thanks to the many volunteers that help make this m...
School menus — April 22
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Clovis ElementaryMonday: No school — Parent Teacher ConferenceTuesday: Breakfast — French toast. Lunch — Chile con carne, zucchini coins and ranch, banana pudding, corn breadWednesda...
Senior happenings — April 22
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m., Dance at Los AbuelitosMonday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities, quilting and sewing; 1 p.m. Bingo at Los Abuelitos PortalesTuesday: 9 a...
Birth — April 22
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
TurpinMark Anthony Charles Turpin III was born April 3, 2012, to Mark Turpin (formerly of Clovis) and Anna Maupin of San Angelo, Texas. He weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces.Grandparents are Francis Maupin o...
On the shelves — April 22
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
The following books are available at :Clovis Carver Public Library"Use Your Brain to Change Your Life: Secrets to Look, Feel, and Think Younger Every Day" by Daniel Amen shares ten steps to help you...
Doll sculpting featured on program
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Information on making sculpted dolls, sewing with stretch knits and fabric applique will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursday. (All times are Mountai...
Teachers make a difference
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
It is fast approaching the end of another school year. The awards banquets take place, the graduation and prom decisions are being made, and this column takes the time to recognize teachers who have m...
Pink slime won’t turn me off beef
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
You won't catch me out in the pasture grazing for nutrients when there's a bovine that can do it for me.That's right, when that little old lady in the Wendy's commercial uttered "Where's the bee...
Proud grandmother
Published: Saturday, April 21st, 2012
Clovis resident Bobby Neumann III, 25, enjoys an outing with his grandmother, Wilma Dotson, also of Clovis.Wilma Dotson isn't living the life she dreamed of as a child growing up on the farm, b...
Children lead us to joy
Published: Friday, April 20th, 2012
I don't know exactly when most of us trade our imaginations for calculators, but it happens far too early, and it is a very bad trade.Once the deal is done, we spend far too many of our days wanderin...
amos the churchmouse: freddie s former state
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hurling himself at the keys, but he can't operate the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation ma...
Religion column: God brings lasting fulfillment
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
I remember a time when our family and one other family took a trip to the Missouri State Fair. The Missouri State Fair was quite an attraction with all the farm animals and competitions. Yet it was th...
Religion columnist publishes book
Published: Thursday, April 19th, 2012
Judy Scott Brandon said her recently published book, “What Does the Lord Require of Thee?” is a testimony to how she has seen God work in people’s lives, particularly people living i...
Our people: Clovis resident Leticia Zarate enjoys public speaking
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Clovis resident Leticia Zarate is a media consultant for a television station. She enjoys public speaking, writing and photography.What is your greatest accomplishment? Zarate's three children, from...
Anniversary — April 15
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
HarmanRobert and Sue Harman of Clovis will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary 2 p.m.-4 p.m. on April 22 at The Bridge Building of Central Baptist Church in Clovis. The celebration will be hosted...
Senior happenings — April 15
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m., DanceMonday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities, quilting and sewing; 1 p.m. Bingo at Los Abuelitos PortalesTuesday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily...
On the shelves — April 15
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
The followingbooks are available at:Clovis-Carver Public Library"Voyagers of the Titanic: Passengers, Sailors, Shipbuilders, Aristocrats, and the Worlds They Came From" by Richard Davenport-Hines fo...
Engagements — April 15
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Northcutt- StreetyTodd and Tammy Northcutt of Broadview announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Tori Northcutt of Broadview, to Tanner Streety of Meadow, Texas, son of Riky an...
Wedding — April 15
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
SkinnerCade Skinner and Shawna Shovelin were married March 10, 2012, on the island of Great Exuma in the Bahamas.In attendance were the bride's parents, Richard and Linda Shovelin of Mountainair. The...
Club notes — April 15
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Portales Woman's ClubThe Portales Woman's Club met April 11. President Teresa Howard presided. Invocation was given by Julie Nickles, pledges were led by Linda Leaming. Howard led the Club Collect....
School menus — April 15
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
Clovis ElementaryMonday: Breakfast — Sausage biscuit. Lunch — Spaghetti and meat sauce, green beans, ranch salad, fruit, whole wheat roll.Tuesday: Breakfast — French toast. Lunch &md...
Wife displayed unwavering commitment
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
The movie, “The Vow,” raises questions of commitment and the even deeper underlying question, how hard would you fight for something, or for someone, whom you love?Briefly, in the mo...
Texting skills could use work
Published: Saturday, April 14th, 2012
I try hard to remain on the cutting edge of communication technology or at least keep the edge somewhere within my sight. However, my skills at texting are really bad.Once when I asked a coworker abou...
amos the churchmouse: it s friday the thirteenth amos
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on a computer keyboard, but he can't operate the capital shift, and he shuns punctuation mark...
Religion column: God makes our lives into something beautiful
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
Many times I happen upon a verse in the Bible and struggle to put that verse into practical terms so I can make it meaningful to my life. But this last week, I had an experience that shed some light o...
Religion calendar — April 13
Published: Thursday, April 12th, 2012
SundayWorship service and Sunday school — 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Sunday worship with communion. Trinity Lutheran Church, ELCA, 1705 W. 21st St. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Information: 763-4816.Wor...
The most expensive hyphen in history
Published: Wednesday, April 11th, 2012
That was the title I ran across in a Google search as I was editing anddesigning a recent issue of — The Christian Appeal — the monthly devotional magazine my brother and I edit.The "hyph...
Pastors preview Easter sermons
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
The CNJ asked a variety of local church leaders to tell us what they planned to talk about in their Easter Sunday sermon. Here's what they said:Minister Bill Brewer, Central Christian Church —...
Easter services
Published: Saturday, April 7th, 2012
TodayCentral Baptist Church - 8:30 a.m. and 11 a.m., Lord's Supper served at both services.Central Christian Church - Easter services at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.Church of St. James the Apostle &mdash...
Club notes — April 8
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
RGH AuxiliaryThe March 21 meeting of the Roosevelt General Hospital Auxiliary Executive Committee was called to order by president Linda Uttaro with the Auxiliary Prayer.Amber Hamilton, hospital liai...
Birthday — April 8
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
SenaSenaAlice Sena of Clovis will celebrate her 96th birthday during services 10:30 a.m. Sunday at Sacred Heard Catholic Church.The event will be followed by a lunch buffet and reception at Taquiera J...
Handmade gifts featured on show
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
Information on making handmade gifts, mixing succulents with fresh flowers, and using border punches for a variety of projects will be the featured topics on "Creative Living" 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday a...
Senior happenings — April 8
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisMonday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities quilting and sewing; 1 p.m. Bingo at Los Abuelitos PortalesTuesday: 9 a.m. Senior B.O.D. meeting; 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Dail...
School menus — April 8
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
Clovis ElementaryMonday: No school — Spring HolidayTuesday: Breakfast — Cinnamon roll. Lunch — Beefy cheese nachos, Spanish rice, shredded lettuce, fruit.Wednesday: Breakfast —...
Easter Bunny still creepy to me
Published: Friday, April 6th, 2012
I've got to say I've always been a little creeped out by the Easter Bunny.Santa Claus might be a little scary to little kids but at least his looks make a little bit of sense. A six-foot rabbit make...
Religion calendar — April 6
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
SundayWorship service and Sunday school — 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Sunday worship with communion Trinity Lutheran Church, ELCA, 1705 W. 21st St. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Information: 763-4816.Wors...
Religion column: Resurrection most significant truth of Easter
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 2012
At Easter time, some noteworthy spiritual truths emerge from the characters surrounding the resurrection story.Before Jesus' ride into Jerusalem, he told the disciples to go into the village, find a...
amos the churchmouse: the legend of the easter seed
Published: Thursday, April 5th, 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 shuns punctuation ma...
On the shelves: April 1
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
The following books are available at: Clovis-Carver Public Library “100 Yards of Glory: The Greatest Moments in NFL History” by Joe Garner celebrates 10...
Senior happenings: April 1
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1-5 p.m., dance.Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities quilting and sewing; 1 p.m. Bingo at Los Abuelitos PortalesTuesday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily acti...
School menus: April 1
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
Clovis Elementary Monday: Breakfast — Egg & Cheese Biscuit. Lunch — Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes & gravy, ranch salad and fruit whip.Tuesday: Breakfast — French toast. Lu...
Creative living features cooking with beans
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
Information on rotary cutting skills and cooking with beans as part of a gluten-free diet will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.Debbie Caf...
Club notes: April 1
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
Encanto Garden ClubThe Encanto Garden Club met March 14 at Muffley’s Back Door in Clovis with President Helen Martinez presiding. She welcomed guests Gladys Birdsong, Myrna Lincoln and Pyp...
Year 2012 may prove interesting
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
It would be fun if this were an April Fool’s Day column. It may be even more fun, based on the fact that it isn’t. The people of whom I write are arguably sincere in what they believe and...
Foolish not to expect pranks
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
It’s not easy being a fool.Then again it hasn’t been easy turning 26 today either.OK, maybe I better ask for forgiveness and just admit there’s a fine line between April Fools pranks...
A walk on the wild side
Published: Friday, March 30th, 2012
Clovis resident Wes Robertson, a former game warden, retired four years ago but shows no signs of slowing down. Robertson and wife Linda, who also has a degree in wildlife management, climb mountains...
Religion calendar — March 30
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
FridayBishop Kelshaw Lecture Series - St. James Episcopal Church. Subject: Christian biblical world view. Registration forms on St. James website or come by church office.SaturdayBishop Kelshaw Lectur...
Religion column: Jesus' arrival cause for parade
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
From the time I was little I can remember watching parades at one time or another. My far back memories take me to Missouri when we would always go to parades in downtown Kansas City. It just takes an...
amos the churchmouse: the palm branch mystery
Published: Thursday, March 29th, 2012
Editor’s note: Amos is a churchmouse who types by hurling himself at the keys, but he can’t use the capital shift keys and he shuns punctuation marks dash; except the hyphens and dashes....
