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The resignation of Curry County's tax assessor was preceded by an investigation into personnel policy violation allegations, records show. Assessor Randa Jesko resigned Oct. 15 with a one-sentence statement that offered no reason for her leaving. Records obtained last week by The Eastern New Mexico News show the county spent more than $14,000 investigating the unspecified allegations. Jesko did not respond to messages seeking comment left on her phone and Facebook messenger....
Amid recent water restrictions in Portales, the city council on Tuesday voted to utilize engineering services that would prepare an overall water system study. City Manager Sarah Austin told the council that Wilson and Company, one of the engineers the city has on call, would prepare the study. The cost will be just over $153,000 and will come out of the city's wastewater fund. "I think we need an independent study on this," Councilor Michael Miller said. "I think we need...
Paul Weir has been named deputy athletic director and chief operating officer at Abilene Christian University, ACU announced Wednesday. Weir, athletic director at Eastern New Mexico University since July 2021, will step down from that position on Dec. 1, ENMU announced in a news release also Wednesday. “Paul brings an extremely valuable skill set to our ACU athletics leadership team with his experience as both an athletic director at the Division II level and a head coach in a...
Clovis Monday: Breakfast: Strawberry Bagel. Lunch: Baked Pork Chop, Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Carrots, Fresh Orange, Whole Wheat Roll or (grade 6-12) Pizza or Stuffwich and Fries or Chef Salad. Tuesday: Breakfast: Managers Choice. Lunch: Managers Choice. Wednesday: Breakfast: Cinnamon Roll. Lunch: Mac & Cheese, Seasoned Green Beans, Celery Sticks w/Dressing, Whole Wheat Roll, and Chilled Peaches or (grades 6-12) Pizza or Bacon Cheeseburger and Fries or Chef Salad. Thursday: Breakfast: Sausage Biscuit. Lunch: Pigs in a Blanket,...
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. “Shell Beach” by Davis Bunn. Noah Hearst is leaving a life he’s spent twelve years building. Professionally, a losing battle for his job after a hostile takeover. Personally, signing away his marriage in a split that was a long time coming. Now,...
Tuesday District 6-1A Melrose 3, Grady 1 Grady 17 25 13 21 Melrose 25 20 25 25 Melrose individual statistics Kills – Graci Odom 23, Kambree Draper 10, Hally Draper 8, Karlee Elliot 6, Ali Pell 3. Blocks – three tied with 1. Digs – Tenlee Trollinger 29, Odom 26, Kinlee Bradley 23, H. Draper 17, Elliot 17, Kye Saulsberry 12. Aces – H. Draper 3, Bradley 2, three tied with 1. Assists – Saulsberry 37. Records – Grady 11-8 (1-4), Melrose 14-1 (4-0). District 4-1A Elida 3, Dora 0 E...
There is something in asylum law called the “material support to terrorist” bar, which essentially states that if you have given significant assistance to a terrorist organization, you cannot obtain refuge in the United States. In virtually all cases, any kind of support of a financial or tactical nature to a militant of any stripe, even if you have a gun pointed at your head or at the head of your child, will deprive you of the right to asylum. It might seem draconian, but it...
I love all God’s creatures, but I’ve never been a feline fancier. I have two different cats that greet me at my mailbox. They trade off hanging out in my rose bush and I can cat talk with either with yowls but neither will approach. That’s kind of the way cats are, things are on their terms. I experienced a bit of childhood trauma because of a barn cat and her fuzzy little kittens. It all happened early one morning when I had nothing better to do than torment my little siste...
From the West Coast to the "Great American Southwest," to the East Coast, through "The Heartland" and back to the Southwest. That would describe the life journey of Bonetta Hutson of Clovis. Hutson is senior pastor of Clovis' Living Word Church of God at 2101 E. 21st St. She sat with The News on Thursday in her church office and talked about her life. Q: So how did you come to be in Clovis? A: My friends, David and Paula Stevens, moved here in 2009. After their arrival the...
While our children are having soccer practice at 14th and Norris streets some drivers stop for the light and they have their music very loud. Isn’t there a Clovis noise ordinance? Why don’t people know it? We have difficulty hearing when the music is so loud. Why do people listen to their music in their cars so loud anyway? Clovis Deputy Police Chief Trevor Thron said Clovis does have noise ordinances. One ordinance states, “It is unlawful for any person to willfully make or continue, or cause to be made or continue any n...
On this date … 1940: Texico farmer Eddie Hudson, 26, held serial number 158 — the first draft number drawn by the secretary of war. “I think the draft is a good thing and I am for President Roosevelt all the way,” he told a reporter. 1941: New Mexico’s attorney general ruled that all pinball machines were illegal gambling devices. E. P. Chase issued the ruling following a request from Valencia County Sheriff Joseph Tondre. “By the word ‘all,’ I mean all pinball machines which compensate the player either in amusement, Unit...
The New Mexico Fire Protection Grant has awarded volunteer fire departments in Curry County with more than $1.6 million in funds. “The volunteer fire chiefs did most of the leg work in acquiring what they wanted and getting the quotes and specs needed for the grants,” Curry County Fire and Safety Director Michael Booth said in a county news release. “The chiefs and their members realize the opportunities grants offer the departments, and that the departments would not be as functional and responsive to the emergencies of th...
Clovis Municipal Schools look to partner with the city of Clovis to create a proposal for an elementary youth program to build future leaders and athletes. Deputy Superintendent of Operations Jay Brady, along with City Manager Justin Howalt, presented the new partnership to the board at Tuesday’s meeting. Brady said the program will start in June at “Camp Wildcat,” which has hosted about 1,000 students annually the past three summers. “We have been working diligently together for the last couple of years. Talking about youth...
The Portales City Council on Tuesday moved one step forward in securing a Safe Haven baby box for the city. Council members had an in-depth discussion with City Attorney Steve Doerr on some of the legal language required for getting a baby box in New Mexico. Doerr wanted to address concerns he had with the council on the New Mexico Safe Haven for Infants Act. The document he went over is New Mexico statute; what governs and regulates having a baby box in New Mexico. Some of the language Doerr wanted to make sure the council...
I recently stumbled across a column in Axios, written by Jim VandeHei and Mike Allen. The article is based on “regular conversations with White House and congressional leaders, CEOs, and top technologists,” and is titled, “Behind the Curtain: Rattled U.S. Government Fears Wars Could Spread.” My sources consist of aging retired military personnel, many of whom spent time in Sunny South-East Asia. We reached that same conclusion a while ago. The writers list a conflue...
I could never be talked into sending my daughter on a cross-country trip with a stranger. Or worse, with an acquaintance I couldn’t trust because of a history of dangerous or unethical behavior. If I did, and something tragic happened, how could I live with the guilt? I know better. For this same reason, I would never entrust anything I value to government’s control. Government has a history, stretching back thousands of years, of dangerous and unethical behavior. I can...
Utility work will close the road on North Fairway Terrace at Lew Wallace Drive beginning Monday, according to the city of Clovis. Officials ask motorists be aware of detours and follow construction signage until the work is completed....
Last week was one full of high praise for state Sen. Stuart Ingle, R-Portales, who announced his retirement at age 75 after 10 terms in office. “I will really miss seeing Stuart in Santa Fe,” said former prosecutor and state Rep. Andrea Reeb, R-Clovis. “Whether I was there representing the district attorneys or as a legislator, he was always supportive and helpful when I had issues or questions. “He served our area well and will be missed in the Roundhouse.” Reeb also described him as “awesome.” “He always calls me ‘kiddo...
Roosevelt County native Stewart Williamson on Wednesday received the Rounders Award for “vivid artistic creations that tell the story of the Western Way of life,” according to a news release from the New Mexico Department of Agriculture. Edna Harper of Catron County also received the award, presented by Ag Secretary Jeff Witte at the Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum in Las Cruces. The award is named after “The Rounders,” a classic Western novel written by Max Evans. The purpose of the award is to honor those who live, promote...
The New Mexico Tourism Department has awarded Curry County $380,000, which it will use to purchase and install an LED display at the Curry County Events Center. The display will showcase events and advertise for sponsors, according to a county news release. “The purpose of the Destination Forward grant program is to support the development and implementation of tourism infrastructure projects throughout New Mexico,” the news release stated....
Shipping containers and heavy equipment crowd the Clovis Walmart’s parking lot, evidence the construction process is in full swing. But Walmart officials remain tight lipped about reopening plans following the Sept. 3 fire that shut down the region’s largest retailer. Walmart spokesman Joe Pennington said Friday the goal is to make the store operational again, but he provided no additional information. The Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico did announce last week that it’s received a $100,000 grant from Walmart Found...
The Bureau of Justice Assistance has awarded Curry County $16,695 for the purpose of purchasing body armor for law enforcement officers. Curry County will use the money to purchase armored vests for its Sheriff’s Office and the Adult Detention Center, according to a county news release....
A few weather forecasters are predicting our first frost sometime this week. Some say we may barely miss it; others have us dipping enough degrees below that magical line to put an official end to the growing season. For my "garden" (and I use the term loosely), it will be nothing less than a mercy killing. I take some solace in the fact that this last growing season was challenging many in this parched and scorching region. It's true what they say: Misery really does love com...
A rural burglary report led to a police chase, a pair of vehicle crashes and two arrests early Wednesday afternoon in Clovis. Sheriff Mike Reeves said no injuries were reported as a result of the incident. Charges against Arthur Martinez, 39, of Clovis, include possession of methamphetamine, felon in possession of a firearm, aggravated fleeing a law enforcement officer, possession of stolen property and probation violation from San Miguel County. Jojo Padilla, 19, of Clovis is charged with aggravated assault upon a peace offi...
In a time of political divide, Stuart Ingle’s legacy as a New Mexico lawmaker may have been his ability to unite. Karl Terry, who has known Ingle through Terry’s career as a longtime journalist and his work as executive director of the Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce, summed it up like this: “Ingle was very well respected on both sides of the aisle in Santa Fe. Republicans and Democrats alike sought (his) counsel,” Terry said in a statement Wednesday after Ingle announc...
