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LUBBOCK — The Clovis High swim teams set three meet records with their event wins, and finished second and sixth in the weekend Lubbock 5A Fall Invite at the Pete Ragus Aquatic Center. Between the finals and preliminaries, Clovis’ teams posted 28 state-qualifying times. The Wildcat girls posted 486 points to finish second in team competition, while the boys had 261 points in their sixth-place finish. Host Lubbock High dominated the meet, posting 807 points in girls competition and 687 in boys competition. Meet records wer...
CLOVIS — City police are investigating an Oct. 22 shooting during the pre-dawn hours of a marathon softball tournament at Hillcrest Park that resulted in no injuries but drew questions from concerned citizens. Officers responded to the parking lot area of the Guy Leeder softball complex on the 1800 block of East 14th Street, following a report of two gunshots fired around 4:45 a.m. during the last morning of the 24th Annual “Halloween Howwwl” tournament, Clovis Police Department Capt. Roman Romero said on Wednesday. “Offi...
PORTALES - The Eastern New Mexico Greyhounds could be on the verge of having history happen on Saturday night, and not just because they have a chance to qualify for the NCAA Division II playoffs for the first time in school history. Should Eastern (8-1, 6-1) beat No. 4 Midwestern State (8-0, 7-0), and in turn, win the Lone Star Conference title, there's no doubt running back Kamal Cass will play a big part of it. Cass could potentially make some history himself on Saturday,...
PORTALES — The 2016-17 Eastern New Mexico women’s basketball team made school history, and fifth-year head coach Josh Prock anticipates even more history can be made by his ballclub in 2017-18. The Greyhounds made their first NCAA Tournament appearance last year, and return 10 letterwinners this season. “Last year was a tremendous accomplishment for our team and our program. I’m proud of all the kids, but last year wasn’t just these kids — it’s also many kids that have played here before with me, and laid the groundwork an...
On this date ... 1982: Two Clovis elementary schools were producing student publications with young editors and reporters receiving training by covering local and national news events. Keevy McAlavy and Kevin Schafer were co-editors of the Sandia Elementary "Class News," while Charles Pharis and Heather Bemis shared editing duties of the Barry Elementary "Banner." Teacher Aleene Gant oversaw the student production at Sandia, and Betty Douglas was the adult on staff for the...
Why does anyone become a teacher? Asking around — from talking to various teachers to combing the internet — a lot of different answers surfaced. Not surprisingly, responses common to all included: to make a difference; to help kids; to make this world a better place; and to inspire the next generation. The conversations were heartening and reassuring, particularly in this current, crazy state of the world. This also prompted the thought of more in-depth conversations wit...
CLOVIS — There’s no surer sign that the holiday season is approaching than the sight of a Salvation Army red kettle and the ringing of a bell outside local stores. But before it starts accepting holiday donations, the Clovis Salvation Army will once again begin its annual holiday fundraising campaign with the fourth Annual Kettle Kick-off on Friday. Mayor David Lansford will serve as the master of ceremonies for the event. Salvation Army Corps Officer Lt. Kelly Berggren said the red kettle campaign is the group’s large...
CLOVIS — Bad wiring is to blame for the structure fire that severely damaged the interior of a church east of Clovis last month, officials say. “It was ruled an accident due to wiring and water issues,” said Tom Mangan, public information officer for the Department of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms’ Phoenix Field Division. “As far as ATF is concerned, the investigation is closed.” Per protocol for a church building fire, investigators from the state Fire Marshal’s Office and ATF were called in to assist with determining t...
CLOVIS - Now might be a good time to replace any old or damaged American flags, thanks to a new program coming to Clovis. Curry County has partnered with the National Association of Counties, the National Flag Foundation and the National Sheriff's Association to bring a flag retirement program to the area. On Wednesday afternoon a box was placed in the lobby of the Curry County administration building where local residents can drop off their torn, tattered and damaged flags...
FRIONA - Dana Jameson first met Ron Carr maybe 20 years ago. Her vehicle was on fire. Carr, who worked for the Friona Star newspaper, rushed to the scene so he could take a picture. "I said, 'I really don't want that. Please don't,'" Jameson recalled. Sorry, Carr told her. Vehicle fires in little Friona - population 4,100 - were big news. "He put it in the paper," she said. Jameson, who was working for Friona's school district, didn't know much about community journalism at...
Booked The following were booked into local jails Tuesday: Clovis • Robin Russell, 27, possession of a controlled substance, probation violation, concealing identity, resisting, evading or obstructing an officer • Dillion Coate, 23, driving under the influence, leaving the scene of an accident, possession of marijuana • Johnny Aragon, 52, probation violation • Johnny Bagwell, 55, embezzlement, contracting without a license • Kia Gallo, 24, failure to appear at time and place stated in citation • Cherry Anaya, 41, failure to...
Today • Commission on Older Adults — 3 p.m. at City Hall, Clovis. Information: 575-769-7828 • Friends of the Library — Noon at Portales Public Library. Information: 575-356-3940 Monday • Portales School Board — 6 p.m. in board room, 501 S. Abilene. Information: 575-356-7000 Tuesday • Portales City Council — 6:30 p.m. in council chambers at the Memorial Building. Information: 575-356-6662 ext. 1012 • Clovis Board of Education — 5:30 p.m. in board room, 1009 Main St. Information: 575-769-4300 Wednesday • Chamber Board of Dire...
Today • “Proof” — 7 p.m. play at University Theatre Center, Eastern New Mexico University. Tickets: $5 general, students free. Information: 575-562-2711 • Preschool storytime — 6 p.m. at Portales Public Library. Information: 575-356-3940 • Colour Creators adult coloring club — 10 a.m., 6 p.m. at Clovis-Carver Public Library. Information: 575-763-9687 • Veterans celebration — 5 p.m.-7 p.m. at Muffley’s Back Door. Admission: Free. Bring a veteran. Information: 575-762-7067 • Veterans breakfast — 7:30 a.m. at Baxter-Curren Act...
As eastern New Mexico gears up to honor its veterans this weekend, Mike Woolley is one person who wonders why remembering those who serve in the military doesn’t happen all year long. He’s in a good position to ask. Woolley — retired United States Air Force Col. Michael S. Woolley, that is — is a Portales native who spent 36 years in service to the nation. He’s been a junior vice commander and trustee of the local Veterans of Foreign Wars, and is also a member of the Ameri...
