Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
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One of the more troubling aspects of the Republican presidential “debate” last week was that most of the candidates, when presented a hypothetical scenario involving suicide bombers attacking shopping malls (with some terrorists being captured and a new attack expected), implicitly and in some cases explicitly and even eagerly, endorsed torture as a legitimate interrogation technique. Some took refuge in the verbal dodge “enhanced interrogation techniques,” but as Texas Rep. Ron Paul described that formulation, “It sounds li...
More than half the city of Portales was without water until noon Monday, after a water main break at approximately 3 p.m. Sunday forced shutdown of parts of the water system. Similar to an incident that occurred in February of 2006, city officials say the emergency response and shutdown for repairs went much smoother than that event. Residents and businesses were still inconvenienced by the lack of water or low water pressure and Portales Public Schools canceled classes Monday. By nightfall Sunday, potable water tankers had...
The city of Portales has spent a little over a year working to avoid the water problems caused in February 2006 when a 24-inch water main failed. The upgrades were still a couple months off when another big line burst Sunday. Installing a series of valves that would enable the city to shut down water in a particular area is the goal, according to Public Works Director Tom Howell. A computer model prepared by Smith Engineering indicating the best places for installing additional valves was presented to the City Council... Full story
DORA — For one Dora High School graduate, summing up her experience at the school was simple following commencement exercises Sunday in Guy Luscombe Gymnasium. “We’re all family,” said Iyesha Pareo, who plans on attending Eastern New Mexico University to seek a veterinary degrmee. “I’ve had a blast, it’s been an experience.” Classmate Jessica Lee backed up what Pareo said, noting she’ll never forget how friendly everyone was. “It was easy to be close to people,” Lee said. Fifteen seniors make up the graduating class of 2...
Staff and Wire Reports ALBUQUERQUE — Jury selection began Monday in the trial of a man accused in the killing of an elderly Portales couple whose bodies were found stuffed in the trunk of a burned car. Stanley Bedford, 43, of Portales is charged with two counts each of first-degree murder, aggravated kidnapping and evidence tampering and one count of possession of stolen property. Ninth Judicial District Attorney Matt Chandler of Clovis has said he would seek the death penalty in the case. Bedford’s state district court tri...
CNJ staff photo: Andy DeLisle Francisco Hernandez is the manager of Taqueria Jalisco on Seventh Street. A taqueria is a small taco stand popular along the beaches and city streets of Mexico. In the High Plains, however, a taqueria is a brightly-painted restaurant offering authentic Mexican cuisine. Taqueria Jalisco and La Espiga de Oro of Clovis and La Paz restaurante in Portales are not your typical area Mexican restaurants, most of which cater to the New Mexican palate. These taquerias serve dishes considered traditional...
Clovis is experiencing one of its wettest years in recorded history — or at least for the first five months. With Sunday night’s deluge, the Clovis area has received 7.31 inches of rain in 2007, which is more than double the historical average through May 20, according to the National Weather Service in Albuquerque. This year’s mark is tied for the sixth wettest year to date, according to Joe Alfier of the National Weather Service in Albuquerque. Weather service records go back as far as 1911. The wettest year was 1941,...
Freedom Newspapers: Karl Terry Water department employees Roberto Sanchez, left, and Daniel Fetterman start a large pump to aid in evacuating water from around a water main break Sunday. The break caused water service to be interrupted overnight for up to 60 percent of the city. PORTALES — For the second time in 15 months, a broken water main on the west side of Portales flooded city streets and interrupted water service for up to 20 hours. More than half the city was without water from about 3 p.m. Sunday to noon Monday, a... Full story
Authorities are looking for information in a case involving an assault last month on a Clovis man, according a press release from the Clovis Police Department. Eric J. Burrell, 39, remains in a Lubbock hospital recovering from injuries suffered in the assault and has been unable to communicate much information to law enforcement, Clovis Capt. Patrick Whitney said. Witnesses saw Burrell get into a white, extended cab pick-up about 1:30 p.m. April 26 in the parking lot of a smoke shop on Main Street, according to police.... Full story
The Clovis City Commission approved disbursement of $111,000 in Lodger’s Tax funds Thursday to the following: Ned Houk Park Motorsports: $10,000 New Mexico Municipal League officials: $3,500 Curry County Fair: $5,000 Ethnic Fair: $4,000 Cycle City Promotions: $1,000 Softball: $6,500 Desert Cruzers: $6,000 New Mexico Municipal League 2008 Conference: $10,000 Clovis/Curry County Chamber of Commerce: High Plains Junior Rodeo: $8,000 Great Race: $5,000 Music Festival: $15,000 Events salary: $20,000 Promotional items: $5,000 T... Full story
If there is square dancing in heaven, James Pettus is probably calling one right now. The Portales resident, who died of pancreatic cancer in 2003, and his wife Wanda were the heart and soul of square dancing in eastern New Mexico for three decades, according to local square dancers. The couple was recognized for their dedication to the pastime May 12 in Ruidoso as the New Mexico Square and Round Dance Association enshrined them in its Hall of Fame. “That caught me completely by surprise,” Wanda Pettus said. Norene Wei... Full story
CNJ staff photo: Andy DeLisle Name: Pet Pros Location: 2909 N. Prince St., Suite D What they do: Sell small animals, reptiles, amphibians, saltwater and freshwater fish and birds; and pet supplies. Who’s in charge: Marcus and Brandi Petroski are the owners. How long in business: Since October. Hours of business: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Closed Sunday and Monday. Contact: 769-9729 and e-mail [email protected] Of note: They have a huge assortment of reptiles and amphibians, and at any given time have more t... Full story
A $90 million cancer treatment center at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque is expected to open in early 2009, according to a UNM news release. The 190,000-square-foot University of New Mexico Cancer Treatment and Clinical Research Facility will provide comprehensive cancer care and access to world-class diagnosis and treatment for all New Mexicans, the release reads. The new facility will have capacity for 200,000 patient visits per year, three surgery suites and a clinical laboratory. The new facility will be...
Clovis Bowling Club was preparing for its grand opening at 2400 W. Seventh St. Door prizes included custom-fitted bowling balls and shoes. … Martha Wayne, the Jackson Twins and Boots were among popular comic strips. … Village Record Shop, 113 E. Seventh St., was introducing a new line of “quality long plays” for $1.98 each. … Hubbard’s shoe store at 520 Main was giving S&H Green Stamps with each purchase.... Full story
