Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
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Janet Taylor-Birkey Approximately 50 moms-to-be and a handful of dads-to-be attended Bundles for Babies at the Airman and Family Readiness Center Jan. 18. Many are looking forward to the birth of their first baby, some are expecting twins and a few are second time parents. Most are due around March. All were ready to participate in the two-and-a-half hour class which teaches how to swaddle a baby, how to quiet a crying baby and gives information about resources on base to help parents with their newborn. Participants also... Full story
2nd Lt. George Tobias The Air Force’s first female chaplain who later became the first female Air Force chief of chaplains, will address Cannon Airmen at a Prayer Breakfast at 8 a.m. Thursday at The Landing. The breakfast at Cannon is part of a National Prayer Breakfast that will be celebrated throughout the nation on Thursday. Retired Chaplain (Maj. Gen.) Lorraine Potter will speak on the topic of “Move our lips and join our hands in prayer.” Cannon’s theme for the breakfast is “Persistent Purpose,” which, explains Ch...
the 27th Medical Group Staff Airmen advised to avoid workplace The Cannon medical group has seen a recent increase of acute gastroenteritis, commonly known as the “stomach bug” among its clients. This illness typically presents itself with symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea and generally feeling “poor.” Running a low-grade fever (up to 100 degrees) is common. This illness has been lasting around 24 hours. If you or a loved one comes down with this illness, you should observe the following: — Try to drink as many fluids as possib... Full story
the 27th Medical Group Staff Airmen advised to avoid workplace The Cannon medical group has seen a recent increase of acute gastroenteritis, commonly known as the “stomach bug” among its clients. This illness typically presents itself with symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea and generally feeling “poor.” Running a low-grade fever (up to 100 degrees) is common. This illness has been lasting around 24 hours. If you or a loved one comes down with this illness, you should observe the following: — Try to drink as many fluids as possib...
Janet Taylor-Birkey Although it is not yet into the second month of a new year, many resolutions are already broken. And while that may not sound very optimistic, it can actually be a freeing mindset. Resolutions can be broken due to schedules, illness or responsibilities that take precedence. The key when making a resolution is to remember that changes occur when new habits are done consistently, not perfectly. Webster’s dictionary says that making resolutions is a process, meaning that it will not happen in one fell s...
Janet Taylor-Birkey Although it is not yet into the second month of a new year, many resolutions are already broken. And while that may not sound very optimistic, it can actually be a freeing mindset. Resolutions can be broken due to schedules, illness or responsibilities that take precedence. The key when making a resolution is to remember that changes occur when new habits are done consistently, not perfectly. Webster’s dictionary says that making resolutions is a process, meaning that it will not happen in one fell s... Full story
Defendant Robert Macias, left, reads the transcript of a phone call on Friday with defense attorney James Klipstine Jr., as the conversation is played in court at the Curry County Courthouse. (CNJ Staff Photo: Andy DeLisle) The wife of homicide defendant Robert Macias told jurors Friday her husband was with her at a friend’s house the night Wilfred Salas Jr. died. District Attorney Matt Chandler challenged her story and the fact she had dodged investigators as the third day o... Full story
The former police chief of the village of Melrose intends to sue the village and its mayor. According to a Jan. 19 letter from the Harmon Law Office in Clovis to Melrose Mayor Lance Pyle, Michael J. Trammell has asserted a tort claim in reference to the village terminating his employment. Trammell was suspended from duty Oct. 11 following his arrest on seven charges of animal cruelty for allegedly shooting dogs. Trammell was issued a letter of intent to terminate employment Oct. 24, according to the law firm letter. Trammell... Full story
A group at the Portales Senior Citizens Center enjoys a game of “Mexican Train” on a recent Thursday afternoon. Players are, clockwise from left, Estelle Jones, Billie Reagan, Earl Busby, Ralph Little and Judy Riddle. (Freedom Newspapers: Karl Terry) A version of dominoes fans say has the ability to tighten bonds and raise blood pressure is quickly finding its niche at senior centers and family gatherings all over the Southwest. “Mexican Train” has caught on quickly in places where “42” and dominoes have reigned. The Portale...
The Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce is the third fastest growing and the fifth largest Chamber in New Mexico, according to New Mexico Business Weekly. The business journal ranked New Mexico Chambers by percent changes in members from last year, according to Megan Kamerick, Special Sections Editor of New Mexico Business Weekly. Clovis Chamber membership grew by 15.9 percent, according to Kamerick. “It is always an honor when the Chamber is recognized at the state level,” Clovis Chamber Executive Director Ernie Kos sai...
Members of the Doug and Debbie Idsinga family gather Friday to dedicate Curry Road 4 in memory of the couple who were killed in a vehicle accident in August 2006. (Freedom Newspapers: Casey Peacock) Doug and Debbie Idsinga’s contributions to the area went well beyond the dairy community, according to Roosevelt County Commissioner Dennis Lopez. Killed in an auto accident last year, the Portales dairyowners are being honored with a sign bearing their name on the road to the Southwest Cheese plant. Turning a tragedy into a p... Full story
A version of dominoes fans say has the ability to tighten bonds and raise blood pressure is quickly finding its niche at senior centers and family gatherings all over the Southwest. “Mexican Train” has caught on quickly in places where “42” and dominoes have reigned. The Portales Senior Citizens Center has regularly appointed hours for game players each week, and there is usually at least one large table of “Mexican Train” going. Rupert and Dot Gamble said they frequently attend the Thursday noon potluck at the Portales ce...
Doug and Debbie Idsinga’s contributions to the area went well beyond the dairy community, according to Roosevelt County Commissioner Dennis Lopez. Killed in an auto accident last year, the Portales dairyowners are being honored with a sign bearing their name on the road to the Southwest Cheese plant. Turning a tragedy into a positive was behind the dedication of the road, according to Lopez. “We just felt they’ve been a pillar of the community for many years. They had a huge impact on the community, not just the dairy commu...
The wife of homicide defendant Robert Macias told jurors Friday her husband was with her at a friend’s house the night Wilfred Salas Jr. died. District Attorney Matt Chandler challenged her story and the fact she had dodged investigators as the third day of the first-degree homicide trial in the 9th Judicial District in Clovis drew to a close. Chandler attempted to goad her with the fact her husband had been unfaithful to her — asking if she was going to support him no matter what. “You obviously love Robert very much,” Chand... Full story
The former police chief of the village of Melrose intends to sue the village and its mayor. According to a Jan. 19 letter from the Harmon Law Office in Clovis to Melrose Mayor Lance Pyle, Michael J. Trammell has asserted a tort claim in reference to the village terminating his employment. Trammell was suspended from duty Oct. 11 following his arrest on seven charges of animal cruelty for allegedly shooting dogs. Trammell was issued a letter of intent to terminate employment Oct. 24, according to the law firm letter. Trammell...
The Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce is the third fastest growing and the fifth largest Chamber in New Mexico, according to New Mexico Business Weekly. The business journal ranked New Mexico Chambers by percent changes in members from last year, according to Megan Kamerick, Special Sections Editor of New Mexico Business Weekly. Clovis Chamber membership grew by 15.9 percent, according to Kamerick. “It is always an honor when the Chamber is recognized at the state level,” Clovis Chamber Executive Director Ernie Kos sai... Full story
Boys * At Fort Sumner, Elida retained the District 3-1A lead with a 103-60 thumping of the Foxes as five players scored in double figures for the Tigers (18-2, 3-0 district), led by junior Ever Varela with 27 points and senior Caleb Widner with 20. Fort Sumner (4-11, 0-2) stayed close for a quarter, trailing 23-20, before Elida pulled away. Sophomore Berry Stinnett was the Foxes’ high man with 19 points. * Dora put four players in double figures, led by junior guard Wesley Skelley with 19, and the Coyotes rolled to a 69-34 vi... Full story
