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On this date ... 1976: Eastern New Mexico University was making plans for its 43rd homecoming. Events included the crowning of a homecoming queen, football game, reception for recently retired faculty member John Gregory and a Veterans Day observance. Kristen Profitt of Raton was crowned homecoming queen. She was majoring in vocational office education. 1956: Groundbreaking ceremonies were held for the new Kingswood Methodist Church. Rev. Farrell Odom said members of Kingswood and First Methodist would be present for the... Full story
Religion columnist I usually love to be home. I’m rarely ever able to be at home as much as I like. But today I needed to be somewhere else. You see, the closet was being cleaned, and the cleaning lady was ruthless. It doesn’t help that I’ve been carrying on an affair with her for over 41 years. I admit that my side of the closet has been getting more than a little cluttered. But I’ve been consistent. I’ve applied to the closet the same philosophy that has served me well in t...
Religion columnist A piece of my heart is now in heaven. We lost our only son, John Scott, three weeks ago. He passed away waiting for a donor heart for a heart transplant. Dana, Charlie and I were privileged to be at his side when John Scott went to be with the Lord. We can’t even put into words how heartbroken we are but we still say, “I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior.” (Habakkuk 3:18) In spite of our pain and heartbreak, we will yet prais... Full story
Let’s hope for strong, humble leader In the wee hours of Wednesday, the people of the United States (and the world) began to learn the results of the U.S. national/presidential election. Let’s not miss the irony of that very day’s anniversary. Nov. 9 is the anniversary of the Berlin Wall coming down, emblematic of Ronald Reagan’s “Cold War” victory (without a shot fired). I have yet to catch anyone in the media pick up on this. We (The USofA) may now have a president-elect who will stand up to Putin and our enemies (ra...
Today Eastern New Mexico University Board of Regents — 9:30 a.m. EMNU, regents room, 1500 S. Avenue K., Portales. Information: 575-562-2315 Monday Grady city council — 6:30 p.m. Village Hall, 219 W. Main St., Grady. Information: 575-357-2005 Fort Sumner city council — 5:30 p.m. City Hall, 173 E. Avenue C., Fort Sumner. Information: 575-355-7481 Muleshoe city council — 5:30 p.m. (CDT) City Hall, 215 S. First St., Muleshoe. Information: 806-272-4528 Tuesday Portales city council — 6:30 p.m. Memorial Building, 200 E. Seventh S... Full story
Today Eastern New Mexico University Big Band Dance — 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Donation: $5 Clovis State Theatre, 504 N. Main St., Clovis. Information: 575-562-2471 African Children’s Choir — 6:30 p.m. Central Baptist Church, 2501 N. Norris St., Clovis. Information: 575-762-4727 Amvets Post Open House — 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Amvets Post 14, 2010 W 7th St., Clovis. Information: 575-762-9355 Saturday Holiday Bazaar — 9 a.m. Clovis Civic Center, 801 Schepps Blvd., Clovis. Information: 575-935-5000 Veterans Parade — 10 a.m. Main Street, Clo...
Local columnist When you live in the country, your land is more than your residence, it’s your life. And, as they say in the real estate business: Location, location, location. Your land not only has to have a place for you to live, but it has to support enough cattle to support you and itself. The cattle are most of the day-to-day work, keeping ‘em fed, watered, and healthy. But then there are the logistics of keeping them where they are supposed to be. Fences are never quite good enough, and eventually, you’ll get a call...
Staff Writer [email protected] Forget the food and football. Local church leaders want to put the “thanks” back into Thanksgiving. As Pastor Lemuel Perry of Clovis’ Bethel Assembly of God explained, Thanksgiving is often overshadowed by what he calls “the four Fs,” including family, food, football and Friday — Black Friday, that is. “I think we really have to return to some of the roots of Thanksgiving,” Perry said. “It’s easy to lose what it’s all about; I think it’s important that we don’t.” In an effort to gather chur... Full story
Staff report Clovis Community College was named a 2017 Military Friendly School by Victory Media, according to a release from the school. The list, first started in 2009, is created by evaluating public data and responses from a survey by Victory Media. Data considered includes student retention, graduation percentage, job placement, loan repayment and loan default rates on all students, but particularly for student veterans. “Military students and dependents are vital to our student body, and our faculty and staff strive t...
Following is a sampling of calls received by dispatchers for Clovis police, Curry County sheriff and area fire stations: Wednesday • 7:04 a.m.: Criminal damage up to $1,000, 1200 block of Sycamore Street. • 8:20 a.m.: Motor vehicle theft - auto, 1400 block of Fairway Terrace. • 8:32 a.m.: Unlawful taking of a motor vehicle, 1100 block of Sycamore Street. • 1:03 p.m.: Unlawful taking of a motor vehicle, 1200 block of South Prince Street. • 5:06 p.m.: Crossing/passing on double yellow/no passing zone, 21st and Martin Luther Ki...
Staff Writer [email protected] Curry County’s attorney, manager and commission chair on Thursday vehemently denied alleged improprieties regarding a 2012 land transaction. Commissioner Chet Spear has alleged the trio of Stephen Doerr, Lance Pyle and Wendell Bostwick unnecessarily cost taxpayers at least $236,000 with the deal. Spear leveled the allegations on the heels of a state auditor’s report that faulted the county for an improper land swap involving 805 N. Norris St. and 800 N. Main St. to allow for future det...
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Editor’s note: The following is one in a series profiling local senior citizens each week. STAFF WRITER [email protected] Born in Puerto Rico back in 1943, Jose J. Rodriguez, 73, has called New Mexico his home since 1966 when he moved to Clovis for the first time. But before Rodriguez came to the Land of Enchantment, he traveled to California back in 1951 to live with his three brothers and father. Staff photo: Matthew Asher Jose J. Rodriguez shows the food he’s cooked in...
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STAFF WRITER [email protected] For members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, every Monday evening brings with it the ability to bond and engage in activities. Staff photo: Kurt Munz-Raper From left, Heidi Greathouse, Sarah Nicholes and Lisa Nemrow, all attendees of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, make gratitude cards Monday evening as part of Family Home Evening. Church members said FHE is a chance for families and church members to...
I usually love to be home. I’m rarely ever able to be at home as much as I like. But today I needed to be somewhere else. You see, the closet was being cleaned, and the cleaning lady was ruthless. It doesn’t help that I’ve been carrying on an affair with her for over 41 years. I admit that my side of the closet has been getting more than a little cluttered. But I’ve been consistent. I’ve applied to the closet the same philosophy that has served me well in the garage for over...
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Pit mix Gender: Male Age: 1 year old Pit mix According to Vernon Collins, animal control officer, this dog turned one year old on Nov. 7. He was an owner surrender and has no bite history. He has a very calm personality so he’s fine to be around children or any size family. Collins did say that because he is part pitbull, he does need to exercises daily. Collins added that the dog is fine wearing a leash. For adoption information, call 575-356-4404 or visit the animal s... Full story
The following is a list of events being held in Portales and Clovis this week for Veteran’s Day Portales Today • American Legion Post 31 Veterans Day Program: 11 a.m. at the Memorial Building • Veterans of Foreign Wars Wall of Honor: 6 p.m. at VFW Post 9515, 316 South Main Avenue. Monday • Re-dedicaton of the Vietnam Memorial: 4 p.m. Nov. 14 at Eastern New Mexico University, across from the bookstore Clovis Today • Veterans Day Breakfast: 7-11 a.m. at American Legion Post 25, 2400 West Seventh Street • Disabled American Ve...
Today • Floyd Lions Club Harvest Jamboree — 7 p.m.-10 p.m. at the Yam Theatre. Tickets: $8 in advance and active/retired military, $10 at the door. Information: 5750356-5354 • Shakespearean film screening — 7:30 p.m. in the ENMU Jack Williamson Liberal Arts Building, room 112. Will be showing the 1957 film “Throne of Blood” as part of the Languages and Literature Film Series. Free admission. Information: 575-562-2501 • Big Band Dance — 7 p.m. at Clovis State Theater. ENMU bands, singers performing. Admission: $5. Information:...
On this date ... 1976: Eastern New Mexico University was making plans for its 43rd homecoming. Events included the crowning of a homecoming queen, football game, reception for recently retired faculty member John Gregory and a Veterans Day observance. Kristen Profitt of Raton was crowned homecoming queen. She was majoring in vocational office education. 1956: Groundbreaking ceremonies were held for the new Kingswood Methodist Church. Rev. Farrell Odom said members of...
When you live in the country, your land is more than your residence, it’s your life. And, as they say in the real estate business: Location, location, location. Your land not only has to have a place for you to live, but it has to support enough cattle to support you and itself. The cattle are most of the day-to-day work, keeping ‘em fed, watered, and healthy. But then there are the logistics of keeping them where they are supposed to be. Fences are never quite good enough, an...
STAFF REPORT Roger Samuel, managing director and practice leader for Gallagher MSA Search Kansas City, has been hired by the Roosevelt General Hospital Board of Trustees to help find a new CEO for the hospital, according to RGH Marketing and Public Relations Director Greg McFarland. CEO Larry Leaming gave notice earlier this month that he was leaving. He will be going to Estes Park, Colorado, to work as CEO for Estes Park Medical Center. MSA Search is making progress in their search for a new CEO, said McFarland in an email.... Full story
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STAFF REPORT Members of the Community Services Center’s Foster Grandparent Program, Retired Senior Volunteer Program and Senior Companion Program received an education on safety issues Wednesday, ranging from fire safety to first aid. Portales Fire Department Assistant Fire Marshal Scott Candelaria discussed first aid techniques, such as being careful of trip hazards like extension cords and rugs, to being moderate in use of painkillers, taking 800 milligrams at a time and i...
