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Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
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STAFF WRITER [email protected] It took Tarleton State just 19 seconds to take the lead Wednesday night at Greyhound Arena, and the Texans did more than enough in the first half to make sure they’d never give it up. E.J. Reed scored 16 to lead four Texans in double figures, as Tarleton jumped out to an 11-0 lead to open the game and a 46-17 advantage at the half en route to an 83-53 rout of Eastern New Mexico. The Greyhounds finally got on the scoreboard 4:38 in, when L...
Staff photo: Tony Bullocks Clovis senior Case Schaap exhales some air while swimming the backstroke at Wednesday swimming practice at Clovis Aquatic Center in preparation for this weekend state tournament....
SPORTS WRITER [email protected] Clovis High swimming coach Vincent de Maio doesn’t think his teams are quite ready to compete for state team championships, at least not yet. He does think both squads have enough to challenge for high team finishes in this weekend’s state meet, hosted by Albuquerque Academy. “We’re always looking for top-five finishes,” said de Maio, who has coached the girls contingent since its third season in 2004-05 and started the boys program t...
There are two cyber security issues in the headlines today, both of which can leave thoughtful citizens scratching their heads. A U.S. magistrate has ordered Apple Corp. to assist the FBI in gaining access to information in the employer provided iPhone of San Bernardino shooter Syed Farook. Rube Render The FBI is seeking any information that can help in its investigation into the December shootings in which 14 people died. Apple is reluctant to provide the assistance based on...
The past couple of years have seen various protests against out-of-control government employees and agencies. Earlier it was the “Black lives matter” protests of deadly police encounters; more recently, ranchers protesting abuse by the Bureau of Land Management. These protests miss the mark — sometimes tragically. Rule number one: When you protest, make sure you target the enemy, not bystanders. Kent McManigal While I agree “Black lives matter,” I couldn’t support the protest...
State Rep. Jim Dines, R-Albuquerque, long a champion of transparency in government, did the unusual but ethical thing Tuesday — he pulled his ethics commission joint resolution from consideration in the Senate Rules Committee because protectors of the status quo gutted the transparency elements it contained. Pulling it took courage and common sense. Because why have an ethics resolution that — thanks to a substitute measure suggested by Sen. Daniel Ivey-Soto, D-Albuquerque, and other committee members — would no longe...
MANAGING EDITOR [email protected] Money may have been tight with capital outlay, but area municipalities and schools were pleased with what is slated to come to them after the close of the 2016 Legislature. The $166 million in statewide capital outlay requests, paid for through oil and gas revenues, are pending the approval of Gov. Susana Martinez. She has until March 9 to sign all legislation, and carries line-item veto power on capital outlay awards. They passed on unanimous votes in the House of Representatives and...
Staff report Portales High’s Amanda Schmidt is among 16 New Mexico seniors receiving a total of $22,000 in New Mexico Activities Association Foundation scholarships, according to a release from the NMAA. More than 250 students applied for the 16 scholarships — two for $2,500, six for $1,500 and eight for $1,000 — in seven different categories. Schmidt was one of four to receive the $1,500 “Compete With Class” scholarship. The foundation will recognize the recipients during the state basketball championships, scheduled...
Today • Tween day — 2 p.m. at Portales Public Library for ages 9-12. Movie: Inside Out. Information: 575-356-3940 Saturday • Eastern Plains Clarinet Day — All day event at ENMU’s Buchanan Hall. Admission: Free. Information: 575-562-1011 • Senior dance — 7 p.m. Curry County Outlaws play at Portales Senior Center. Admission: $5. Information: 575-356-8741 Tuesday • Books and babies — 10:30 a.m. at Portales Public Library for ages 0-3. Book: Shape Up. Information: 575-356-3940 Wednesday • City council candidates forum ...
Gender: Female Age: About a year old Breed: Short hair gray mix Personality: Calm Story: This cat was an owner surrender as the landlord did not allow pets. According to Tony Martinez, animal control officer, she’s a very calm and relaxed cat. Martinez says she is perfect for any stay-at-home family or a relaxed college student type, just so long as the family isn’t too high energy. For adoption information, call 575-356-4404 or visit the animal shelter at 1700 N. Bos...
There are a lot of hats for people to wear. In the country there are fewer heads to fill those hats. Some hats are harder to find and that just makes the few and far between who wear them all the more notable. One of those rare hats is hard to describe; party-planner, host/hostess are both accurate but incomplete. In a futile attempt to describe the essence of the position, I’d call it the one-who-arranges-get-togethers. The term get-together is more accurate and meaningful t...
On this date ... 1976: St. Ann’s and St. Teresa’s parishes in Bovina had announced plans for their 15th annual German sausage dinner. The fare would consist of German sausage, sauerkraut, green beans, mashed potatoes and gravy, applesauce cake, French bread and butter with coffee and tea. Donations of $2.50 for adults and $1.50 for children would be requested. 1956: Items recently reported stolen to Clovis police included a pair of fender skirts from Opal Wolfenbarger’s 1941...
Editor’s note: The following is one in a series of question and answer sessions with Portales city council candidates. Early voting for the election will be at Portales city hall from through Feb. 26. Absentee voting by mail will be accepted through Feb. 26. The election will be on March 1. Michelle Bailey is a Ward C Portales City Council candidate and is a local realtor with Homespot. Michelle Bailey A lot of candidates and constituents talk about the need for Portales r...
Staff Writer [email protected] The Portales city councilors recognized the recent efforts of students of Portales High School and Portales Junior High School at their meeting on Tuesday. Portales Municipal Schools Superintendent Johnnie Cain introduced the students. Staff photo: Eamon Scarbrough The Portales Junior High School Future Farmers of America Opening Ceremony team provides a demonstration for the Portales City Council on Tuesday night. “Over time, we know t...
Staff report SAN DIEGO — Senior first baseman Devin Carter hit a go-ahead, two-run homer in the bottom of the sixth on Thursday and Point Loma Nazarene University went on to an 11-6 victory over Eastern New Mexico University in the opener of a four-game series. The Greyhounds (5-2) had tied it 4-4 in the top of the inning on junior third baseman Daniel Ward’s fifth homer of the season, a two-run shot off Sea Lions lefthander Eric Pierce (2-0). First baseman Ryan Garcia led off the Point Loma sixth with a single and Carter fol...
Monday ENMU Board of Regents Special Meeting— 1:30 p.m. ENMU, Administration Building, regents room, 1500 S. Avenue K., Portales. Information: 575-562-1011 Transmission Line in Curry County Public Meeting — 5 p.m.- 6 p.m. Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main St., Clovis. Information: 505-827-3809 Parks, Recreation and Beautification Committee— 5:30 p.m. City Hall, 321 Connelly St., Clovis. Information: 575-769-7828 Tuesday Texico City Council— 6:30 p.m. City Hall, 219 Griffin St., Texico. Information: 575-482...
Following is a sampling of calls received by dispatchers for Clovis police, Curry County sheriff and area fire stations: Wednesday: • 5:33 p.m.: Battery, location unknown. • 5:43 p.m.: Improper backing/limitation on backing, 2501 block of North Prince Street. • 5:47 p.m.: Burglary (auto), 2800 block of North Prince Street. • 6:11 p.m.: Improper backing/limitation on backing, 700 block of North Main Street. • 6:54 p.m.: Burglary (auto), 3800 block of North Prince Street. • 7:34 p.m.: Tampering with motor vehicle, 3000 block...
When Susie and I were in our early teens, our mother and daddy volunteered our family to work during Daddy’s scheduled vacation time in a church camp in Saskatchewan, Canada. Daddy was the camp pastor, Mother took on kitchen duty and Susie and I were just ordinary campers. We had a chance to meet girls from all over Canada and, for several reasons, that camp experience was a milestone in my growing up years. One person that we met there is someone Susie and I still talk about....
There are a lot of hats for people to wear. In the country there are fewer heads to fill those hats. Some hats are harder to find and that just makes the few and far between who wear them all the more notable. One of those rare hats is hard to describe; party-planner, host/hostess are both accurate but incomplete. In a futile attempt to describe the essence of the position, I’d call it the one-who-arranges-get-togethers. The term get-together is more accurate and meaningful that party. It implies the meeting of folks who k...
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Staff report A Clovis man on Thursday was sentenced to 18 years in prison after a jury found him guilty of kidnapping and battery against a household member. link Joshua Jackson Joshua Quiton Jackson, 29, was accused of domestic battery in April, according to a news release from District Attorney Andrea Reeb. A jury heard testimony on Thursday morning, then deliberated for about two hours before returning the guilty verdict. District Judge Matt Chandler handed down the...
