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The Portales city swimming pool should reopen Wednesday pending the approval from the state health department, according to Public Works Director John DeSha. The pool was odered closed Friday by the state health department after it was confirmed a child with an infectious disease swam there about a week ago. State health officials will inspect the disinfectant levels in the water today, making sure the city followed proper procedure. According to DeSha, there have been no other reports of other swimmers contracting...
The New Mexico Daughters of the American Revolution Society designed a quilt for New Mexico's centennial representing the 19 chapters in the state. Courtesy photo The El Portal chapter, founded in 1931, consists of Roosevelt and Curry counties. The members created a square that they felt best represented the area. The Blackwater Draw woolly mammoth, a windmill and Cannon Air Force Base are represented on the El Portal chapter's square. The quilt will be displayed in the window of Web Direct in Portales for Roosevelt County's... Full story
At a special meeting for the Roosevelt County Commission Tuesday, commissioners approved a resolution limiting the sale and use of fireworks within the county. Portales Fire Department Chief Gary Nuckols said according to state statute, counties and municipalities have the authority to ban all aerial devices and ground-audible devices. He said such devices are also banned by the city of Portales. Aerial devices banned by the city and the county include the following: - Aerial shell kit-reloadable tubes - Aerial spinners -...
The Llano Estacado Art Association and the Lea County Commission for the Arts are asking for local artists in Roosevelt and Curry counties to submit entries for the 2012 Fall Juried Art Show, 100 Years of Enchantment, Oct. 6 to Nov. 3, at the Center for the Arts in Hobbs. The ongoing events commemorating New Mexico's centennial celebration includes the upcoming exhibit of art, which will depict the centennial theme and reflect the history, traditions and culture of New Mexico. All entries must be representative of past or... Full story
The trial of a Portales teen charged with murder last April has been postponed from Monday until September. Erick Pina, 17, and two other men were arrested last year in connection with the shooting death of 25-year-old Jose Alfredo Charize Montoya of Portales. Alberto Ramirez, 18, and Jorge Quinonez, 22, were also charged in the murder of Montoya. Quinonez' trial is set for Oct. 1. Ramirez' trial date has not been set yet. The three men were accused of going to Montoya's house to confront him and steal his vehicle. Police sai... Full story
A 52-year-old Portales man was stabbed Wednesday evening at a residence on East Brazos Street, Portales police said. The man was flown to a Lubbock hospital early Thursday morning. He was listed in stable condition Thursday afternoon. According to Lt. Mark Cage: - Officers were dispatched to 710 East Brazos at 11:48 p.m. where they found a subject who had been stabbed in the abdomen. - The suspect was found inside the residence but officers were unable to confirm whether he lived at that address. - The victim's wound is...
The annual events of Heritage Days, scheduled for June 15-16 and the Peanut Valley Festival, Oct. 20-21, will experience significant changes this year, according to Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Karl Terry. Both events will highlight New Mexico's centennial with the Heritage Days parade, a birthday cake and a centennial booth. Terry said the parade route will be changed this year because of road construction on U.S. 70. The parade will start in the area of Juanito's Restaurant at University and...
In a special Roosevelt County Commission meeting today in the county courthouse, commissioners approved the renewal of a resolution declaring fire danger in Roosevelt County and the renewal of Western Emulsions agreement for emulsion products for the county Road Department.... Full story
The following items are on the agenda for the Portales City Council meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday at city hall: - A resolution approving participation in programs of the Eastern Plains Council of Governments - Items from the Planning Department including the final plat of Raven Wood Subdivision, Unit 2, and the contract for repair/replacement of the Memorial Building, Recreation Center, and Municipal Court. - Consultant's final report on Police Department procedures....
Portales Municipal Airport will soon be receiving $139,880 in federal funds, which will be used to reseal a runway. Eight New Mexico airports will receive funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation to make improvements to their facilities and runways, according to a press release from the office of U.S. Sen, Jeff Bingaman, D-N.M. Mike Parkey, general services director for the city of Portales, said the Portales airport will use its funds to put a seal coat on the smaller of their two runways that will help reflect...
Levacy Sprinkler of Portales was recognized as a Valley Performance Plus Dealer at the company’s 2012 national meeting, according to a press release from Valmont Irrigation. Levacy Sprinkler earned this honor for excelling in the areas of sales, service and aftermarket parts, the release said. Each valley dealership is scored based on departmental evaluations, annual customer satisfaction surveys and the achievement of their own dealership annual growth plan. Levacy Sprinkler is a five-time Performance Plus Award W...
Levacy Sprinkler of Portales was recognized as a Valley Performance Plus Dealer at the company's 2012 national meeting, according to a press release from Valmont Irrigation. Levacy Sprinkler earned this honor for excelling in the areas of sales, service and aftermarket parts, the release said. Each valley dealership is scored based on departmental evaluations, annual customer satisfaction surveys and the achievement of their own dealership annual growth plan. Levacy Sprinkler is a five-time Performance Plus Award...
Here are Portales police call logs from Sunday: • 1:01 a.m., Caller complained about a vehicle revving its engine, 100 block of East Ivy. • 1:40 a.m., Caller complained about a loud party going on, 1700 block of South Avenue B. • 3:35 a.m., Caller complained of a noise in the alleyway, 100 block of East Ivy. • 5:48 a.m., Caller advised there was a fight going on, 100 block of North Globe. • 8:06 a.m., Caller reported a stray animal, 300 block of East Rose. • 10:16 a.m., Caller requested to talk...
Here are Portales police call logs from Sunday: - 1:01 a.m., Caller complained about a vehicle revving its engine, 100 block of East Ivy. - 1:40 a.m., Caller complained about a loud party going on, 1700 block of South Avenue B. - 3:35 a.m., Caller complained of a noise in the alleyway, 100 block of East Ivy. - 5:48 a.m., Caller advised there was a fight going on, 100 block of North Globe. - 8:06 a.m., Caller reported a stray animal, 300 block of East Rose. - 10:16 a.m., Caller requested to talk to a deputy concerning a...
The city of Portales will use a central polling place — the auditorium in the Portales Memorial Building — for today's election. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is the first time one poll location will be used in a municipal election. The city did use one polling location in special election last year for Sunday alcohol sales. Four councilor seats are up for election today, with Ward C councilor Leo Lovett running unopposed. Portales' City Clerk Joan Martinez-Terry said having less polling places in a smaller town would ca... Full story
The city of Portales will use a central polling place — the auditorium in the Portales Memorial Building — for today’s election. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is the first time one poll location will be used in a municipal election. The city did use one polling location in special election last year for Sunday alcohol sales. Four councilor seats are up for election today, with Ward C councilor Leo Lovett running unopposed. Portales’ City Clerk Joan Martinez-Terry said having less polling places in a sma...
Here are Portales police call logs from Friday: - 1:34 a.m.: Driving while intoxicated, First and Elgin - 1:35 a.m.: Driving while intoxicated, Second and University - 2:55 a.m.: Caller requested cat trap. Address not specified. - 8:41 a.m.: Officer advising of arrest (bench warrant) in 200 block of South Knoxville. - 8:54 a.m.: Caller asked for escort, 1600 block of South Avenue 0. - 9:13 a.m.: Caller reported his rooster is missing and may have run away. 1000 block of South Avenue A. - 9:18 a.m.: Caller reported he would...
Here are Portales police call logs from Friday: - 1:34 a.m.: Driving while intoxicated, First and Elgin - 1:35 a.m.: Driving while intoxicated, Second and University - 2:55 a.m.: Caller requested cat trap. Address not specified. - 8:41 a.m.: Officer advising of arrest (bench warrant) in 200 block of South Knoxville. - 8:54 a.m.: Caller asked for escort, 1600 block of South Avenue 0. - 9:13 a.m.: Caller reported his rooster is missing and may have run away. 1000 block of South Avenue A. - 9:18 a.m.: Caller reported he would...
Cody Chandler A Roosevelt County Detention Center inmate who tried to escape whille seeking medical treatment will most likely face additional charges, according to Roosevelt County Sheriff's Office Chief Deputy Malin Parker. Cody Chandler, 22, of Washington, attempted to escape Saturday from custody while being treated for illness at Roosevelt General Hospital. Parker said he expects an investigation into the incident will lead to charges of attempted escape from custody and criminal damage. Chandler, who was wanted in...
A Roosevelt County Detention Center inmate who tried to escape whille seeking medical treatment will most likely face additional charges, according to Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office Chief Deputy Malin Parker. Cody Chandler, 22, of Washington, attempted to escape Saturday from custody while being treated for illness at Roosevelt General Hospital. Parker said he expects an investigation into the incident will lead to charges of attempted escape from custody and criminal damage. Chandler, who was wanted in Washington for v...
Candidates for the Ward D city council seat were asked four questions. Answers were limited to 240 words on the first question and 120 words per question thereafter and edited for clarity and style. The election is March 6. Jeffrey Burmeister What are the two biggest issues facing Portales and what are your solutions to these issues? The most significant issues facing Portales are 1) providing an adequate supply of clean and fresh water to residents and businesses for the future, and 2) a quality of life that can be provided...
PNT staff reports Candidates for the Ward D city council seat were asked four questions. Answers were limited to 240 words on the first question and 120 words per question thereafter and edited for clarity and style. The election is March 6....
PNT staff reports A Portales man was arrested Wednesday for driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs, after crashing his truck into three vehicles on South Avenue K. The 1995 GMC pickup collided with three other vehicles parked on the opposite side of the road at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday on the Eastern New Mexico University campus. ENMU Police Chief Brad Mauldin said there were no injuries and no one was hurt. Mauldin said debris from the truck damaged two more vehicles. He said the man had almost three times...
A Portales man was arrested Wednesday for driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs, after crashing his truck into three vehicles on South Avenue K. The 1995 GMC pickup collided with three other vehicles parked on the opposite side of the road at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday on the Eastern New Mexico University campus. ENMU Police Chief Brad Mauldin said there were no injuries and no one was hurt. Mauldin said debris from the truck damaged two more vehicles. He said the man had almost three times the legal limit of...
Samplings of recent calls made to Portales law enforcement, according to police reports: Saturday, Jan. 28 At 3:02 p.m., police units were dispatched to west 18th Street in reference to a fight. Dispatch told officers one of the parties left the home in a white pickup truck, traveling east. An officer saw the truck approaching an intersection and conducted a traffic stop. The officer observed the driver of the vehicle had drying blood on the side of his face and blood on the driver's side of the vehicle. Other officers went... Full story
