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  • Obituary: William (Bill) Brooks

    Updated Jan 9, 2024

    William (Bill) Brooks (79) of Stanton, Texas passed away on January 3, 2024. There was a viewing at the Gilbreath Funeral Home in Stanton on Monday January 8, 2024 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. Funeral service was held at the Belvue Church of Christ on Tuesday January 9, 2024 at 10:00am. Graveside service took place at Portales Cemetery at 2:30pm (MT) on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. William Brooks was born to Henry Brooks and Betty Black on February 5, 1944 in Roswell, NM. He married his...

  • Obituary: Johnny Berry

    Updated Jan 9, 2024

    Clovis - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved father. Johnny Lynn Berry, age 61, of Clovis, NM, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2023. He departed peacefully, surrounded by his family. His life was a testament to his strong values and his unwavering commitment to his family. His spirit, his laughter, and his love will forever be etched in our hearts. He lived his life with purpose and left an indelible mark on those who had the privilege of kn...

  • Obituary: Dawn Dozier

    Updated Jan 9, 2024

    Dawn Dozier, age 57, passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2023. A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 12, 2024, at 1:00 PM, at The Chapel, 1500 Thornton Street. Paul Espinoza, Nathaniel McClain, Carl, Mike, David, William Dozier and Greg Kahre will serve as honorary pallbearers. Dawn was born on June 30, 1966, to William Allen Dozier and Ardeth Dale Lewis in Chicago, Indiana. Dawn was a loving and giving person, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and aunt. She...

  • Obituary: Donald Pruitt

    Updated Jan 9, 2024

    Funeral services for Donald Pruitt, 92, of Floyd, NM will be held at 11:00 AM, Thurs., Jan. 11, 2024 at the Floyd Methodist Church with James Love officiating. Burial will follow in the Floyd Cemetery with Josh Walthers, Shawn Walthers, Jesse Walthers, Lucas Walthers, Jordan Jennings and Aaron Ruther serving as pallbearers. Donald Franklin Pruitt was born Sept. 7, 1931, in Anadarko, OK, and he passed from this life on Jan. 8, 2024 in Portales, NM. His parents, Maude May...

  • Obituary: Lola Jean Greathouse

    Updated Jan 9, 2024

    Lola Jean Greathouse, 85 Funeral services for Lola Jean Greathouse, 85, formerly of Portales will be held at 2:00 PM, Fri., Jan. 12, 2024 in the Wheeler Mortuary Chapel with her son, Mickey Gregory and her daughter, Kathy Maestas officiating. Burial will follow in the Inez Cemetery with Mickey Gregory, Jeff Maestas, Matt Pool, Ronald Dickson, Wendell Belcher and Alan Belcher serving as pallbearers. Those desiring to make memorial contributions may send them to either the New...

  • 15-vehicle crash closes US 60/84 outside Texico

    DavidStevens, The Staff of The News|Updated Jan 8, 2024

    A 15-vehicle crash, caused by blowing snow, shut down U.S. 60/84 for hours on Monday, one of dozens of vehicle accidents reported across eastern New Mexico. At least one serious injury was reported in the crash outside the port of entry west of Texico. Curry County Sheriff Michael Brockett said several other major crashes were also reported in the county Monday afternoon, though he was not aware of any fatalities. U.S. 60/84 eastbound reopened about 9 p.m. Monday, Brockett sai...

  • Blizzard closes U.S. 60/84 in Curry County

    Updated Jan 8, 2024

    Snow and high winds have resulted in the closure of U.S. 60/84 between Clovis and Texico, according to the Curry County Sheriff's Department. Multiple vehicle crashes have been reported. The city of Clovis issued a blizzard warning until 11 p.m. Monday. Snow up to two inches and 65 mph wind gusts were making travel difficult across the region. Multiple roads north of Clovis were also closed and travel was difficult throughout eastern New Mexico into Texas. "Plan on snow...

  • Storm threat closing Clovis schools early

    Updated Jan 8, 2024

    The threat of inclement weather means early release Monday for Clovis Municipal Schools students. A school news release said elementary students will be released at 12:30 p.m., middle school students will be released at 1 p.m., and high school students will be released at 1:20 p.m. "Those students who regularly ride buses will be transported from school to their usual bus stop," the release stated. "Due to extreme temperatures and wind, families are being asked to make arrangements to pick up those students who normally walk...

  • Area events - Jan. 7

    Updated Jan 6, 2024

    Today *Karaoke Sunday and potluck – 1-4 p.m., La Casa Senior Center, 1120 Cameo St., Clovis. Featuring Super Dave Lopez. Cost $5 at the door. Chicken salad sandwiches provided; please bring a side dish or dessert. Information: 575-762-8110 Monday *Affordable housing plan town hall – 6-7:30 p.m., Ingram Room, Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main St., Clovis. Open discussion of housing needs in Clovis; facilitated by Consensus Planning. Information: email Claire Burroughes at [email protected] or Jackie Fis...

  • Meetings calendar - Jan. 7

    Updated Jan 6, 2024

    Monday *City of Clovis Water Policy Advisory Committee – 8:30 a.m., North Annex, Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main St., Clovis. Information: 575-763-9654 *City of Portales Planning and Zoning meeting – 5:30 p.m., Memorial Building, 200 E. 7th St., Portales. Information: 575-356-6662 *Affordable housing plan town hall – 6-7:30 p.m., Ingram Room, Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main St., Clovis. Open discussion of housing needs in Clovis; facilitated by Consensus Planning. Information: email Claire Burroughes at cb...

  • Club notes - Jan. 7

    Updated Jan 6, 2024

    Curry County Association of Educational Retirees Jamie Widner introduced area legislators: Sen. Pat Woods, Rep. Andrea Reeb, and Rep. Martin Zamora. Each one presented information and concerns for the upcoming 30-day legislative session, which begins Jan. 16. Woods reported that Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has not yet filled a vacancy left by the resignation of longtime state Sen. Stuart Ingle. Another concern was the proposed changes for a new Health Care Authority Transition Plan. This would create a single agency to be res...

  • Senior calendar - Jan. 7

    Updated Jan 6, 2024

    Curry Residents Senior Meals Association 901 W. 13th St. Clovis Monday: Crispy Chicken Sandwich (Lettuce, Tomatoes, & Pickles), Tater Tots, & Jell-O. Tuesday: Beef Chalupa (Cheese, Green Chili, & Salad), Pinto Beans, Salsa, & Fruit Cocktail. Wednesday: Meat Lasagna, Italian Vegetables, Garlic Bread, & Cake. Thursday: Pork Tenderloin, Mashed Potatoes, Brown gravy, Italian Green Beans, Biscuit w/Butter, & Pudding. Friday: Cheeseburger (Green Chili, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, & Pickles), Tater Tots, & Diced Pears. Baxter-Curren...

  • School menus - Jan. 7

    Updated Jan 6, 2024

    Portales Monday: No School Tuesday: Breakfast: Pancake on a Stick. Lunch: Stuffed Crust Pepperoni Pizza, Green Beans, Carrots, & Pears or (grades 7-12) Steak Sandwich, Fries, Cucumber, & Pears. Wednesday: Breakfast: Cream Cheese Bagel, Sliced Apples, & Juice Lunch: Cheeseburger or Hamburger, Baked Beans Lettuce & Tomato, & Fresh Fruit or (grades7-12) Ram Bowl, Biscuit, & Fresh Fruit. Thursday: Breakfast: Sausage Biscuit, Banana, & Juice. Lunch: Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes, Cucumbers, Gravy, Roll, & Peaches or (grades 7-1...

  • On the shelves - Jan. 7

    Updated Jan 6, 2024

    The books listed below are now available for checkout at the Clovis-Carver Public Library. The library is open to the public, but patrons can still visit the online catalog at cloviscarverpl.booksys.net/opac/ccpl or call 575-769-7840 to request a specific item for curbside pickup. “California Golden” by Melanie Benjamin. In an era when women are expected to be housewives, Carol Donnelly breaks the mold as a legendary female surfer struggling to compete in a male-dominated sport—and her daughters, Mindy and Ginger, bear the w...

  • Our people: Clovis banker is also a builder

    Grant McGee, The Staff of The News|Updated Jan 6, 2024

    Jerome Clemmons got into banking because a number of his college friends secured jobs with Wells Fargo Bank, so he did too. These days, Clemmons, who grew up in Muleshoe, is the on-site branch manager for New Mexico Bank & Trust in Clovis. Clemmons took time Thursday to talk about his life with The News. Q: So you're from Muleshoe? A: I was born and raised in Muleshoe. I graduated from Muleshoe High School in 1998. I went to South Plains College in Littlefield and got an...

  • I think I got a rainbow for my Christmas gift

    Karl Terry, Local columnist|Updated Jan 6, 2024

    Not many of you can claim you received a rainbow for Christmas, but I think I did. Let me explain. My late wife, who passed in May, always dreaded the idea of cancer; thinking about it or hearing about someone suffering cancer would send her into a full-blown clinical panic attack. It was so consuming that she couldn’t be convinced to do regular screenings such as mammograms and pap smears. It worried me, but I eventually resigned myself to her fear. Shortly after she died, I...