Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
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It’s 25 miles from Cannon Air Force Base, but the Melrose Air Force Range is never out of sight or out of mind for the future of the base and Air Force Special Operations Command. “It’s not just a bombing range,” said Lt. Col. Paul Caltagirone, deputy group commander for the 27th Special Operations Group at Cannon. “Melrose is the crown jewel of the western home of the air commandos.” The 66,010-acre range, listed as a top asset when local leaders argued against Cannon’s closure in 2005, will help the Air Force’s 27th...
U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Evelyn Chavez An MC-130W Combat Spear drops a Container Release System load at Melrose Air Force Range during a training exercise in September. The drops are done at least once a week to prepare aircrews for resupply missions in areas that have no airfields. It’s 25 miles from Cannon Air Force Base, but the Melrose Air Force Range is never out of sight or out of mind for the future of the base and Air Force Special Operations Command. “It’s not just a bombing range,” said Lt. Col. Pa...
U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class James Bell A MC-130W Combat Spear assigned to the 73rd Special Operations Squadron sits on the flightline at Cannon. There’s little difference between the big, empty fields at Cannon Air Force Base and big, empty fields you’d see at random places across eastern New Mexico. But that’s all about to change in a big way. For Cannon Air Force Base to survive and thrive in its new mission for Air Force Special Operations Command, those empty fields must be renovated to handle gunships much...
U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class James Bell A MC-130W Combat Spear assigned to the 73rd Special Operations Squadron sits on the flightline at Cannon. There’s little difference between the big, empty fields at Cannon Air Force Base and big, empty fields you’d see at random places across eastern New Mexico. But that’s all about to change in a big way. For Cannon Air Force Base to survive and thrive in its new mission for Air Force Special Operations Command, those empty fields must be renovated to handle gunships much... Full story
U.S. Air Force photo: Airman 1st Class Evelyn Chavez A CV-22 Osprey takes off from Cannon Air Force Base in September. The 20th Special Operations Squadron, which will handle the CV-22 Osprey, is one of five squadrons expected to arrive at Cannon this year. There’s little difference between the big, empty fields at Cannon Air Force Base and big, empty fields you’d see at random places across eastern New Mexico. But that’s all about to change in a big way. For Cannon Air Force Base to survive and thrive in its new missi... Full story
Moving is rarely fun, but when you’re in the military, “it’s all what you make it,” said Air Force Master Sgt. Gonzolo “Gonzo” Rubio. Rubio and his family arrived in Clovis on Monday from Dover, Del. Of course there are housing differences from the east coast, like no basements or sun rooms and, “some of the homes are a little antiquated,” but to the Texas native, it actually feels... Full story
Moving is rarely fun, but when you’re in the military, “it’s all what you make it,” said Air Force Master Sgt. Gonzolo “Gonzo” Rubio. Rubio and his family arrived in Clovis on Monday from Dover, Del. Of course there are housing differences from the east coast, like no basements or sun rooms and, “some of the homes are a little antiquated,” but to the Texas native, it actually feels...
Moving is rarely fun, but when you’re in the military, “it’s all what you make it,” said Air Force Master Sgt. Gonzolo “Gonzo” Rubio. Rubio and his family arrived in Clovis on Monday from Dover, Del. Of course there are housing differences from the east coast, like no basements or sun rooms and, “some of the homes are a little antiquated,” but to the Texas native, it actually feels...
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Myrick-Bergamo Amanda Myrick and Sam Bergamo both of Albuquerque were joined in marriage Sept. 27, 2008, at Trinity United Methodist Church in Albuquerque. Pastor David Madara performed the small double ring ceremony with family and close friends. The bride is the daughter of Steve and Judy Myrick, both of Clovis. The bridegroom is the son of Ed and Judy Bergamo, both of Albuquerque. Matron of honor was Holly Lankford of Dallas, Texas. Bridesmaids were Heather White of Waco, Texas, Christy Myrick Mattingly of Ft. Worth, Dr. J... Full story
I met a man. Business brought us together. I contacted him about an upcoming project and we started talking. I do a lot of work over the Internet, so informality is pretty common — no “Dear Sir:” and somber punctuation, but lots of first names and exclamation points. He invited me to chat, and a little magic box became a big part of my life. We slowly got to know each other. At first the conversations were formal, then personal details emerged. Compliments about my work and jokes that weren’t entirely appropriate led t...
(Editor’s Note: This column is the first in a two-part series.) One of my delights when I get a newspaper, any newspaper, is to read the comics, the funny papers as some of us like to call them. That hasn’t changed since I was a kid. Growing up in the 30s and 40s I spent a good portion of my hard earned money on 10-cent comic books, but at about age 16, I dropped them as being “kid stuff,” which most of it was, and sought new delights – girls, motorcycles, and heroes like John Wayne, Gary Cooper and a host of other b... Full story
I would encourage you, if you are reading this, to begin thinking about Valentine's Day, and to think beyond the box. What can you give the special person in your life that is unusual, creative, and unique? One of the gifts which my wife gave me for Christmas kind of exemplifies that category. Okay, we all know what Swiss Miss Cocoa looks like, right? That's the one we feed the grandkids....
Clovis Education Association Clovis Education Association met on Jan. 13 at La Casita Library at 4-5 p.m.. Molly Smith, president, called the meeting to order. She introduced Curry County Association of Educational Retirees members Laura Beth Newberry and Lynda Milburn. They gave a short presentation of past and upcoming legislative issues. Molly handed out a legislative goals packet assembled by state NEA president Sharon Morgan. Molly urged members to become informed during the 60-day session on issues that will affect...
The following books are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library: The Family Handyman Home Improvement 2008, published by Reader’s Digest, offers a wealth of expert how-to-do-it information that will help with projects and repairs all around your home and yard. The Road to Ruin by Donald Westlake centers on an infamous gang of thieves who dress as a personal secretary, a driver, and a butler in order to work for a very rich and very crooked man, on whom they take their revenge by robbing him blind. The Book of General Ig...
Eldridge New Mexico Junior College has announced Celsey Eldridgeof Clovis has been named to the dean’s list at the college.... Full story
Clovis Elementary Monday: Breakfast — English muffin, sausage, cereal or toast, juice and milk. Lunch — Beefy Mac, green beans, orange smiles, chocolate chip cookie, whole wheat roll. Tuesday: Breakfast — Cowboys bread, cereal or toast, juice and milk. Lunch — Hot dog, baked French fries, crunchy veggies, ranch dressing, mixed fruit. Wednesday: Breakfast — Egg pattie, cereal or toast, juice and milk. Lunch — Teriyaki rice bowl with beef dippers, steamed veggies, seasonal fruit, fortune...
Activities Parenting Group — Meets 10 a.m. first Friday of each month at Clovis Civic Center. Information: 763-9027 Baxter-Curren Senior Center Bingo — 1 p.m., Thursdays, 908 Hickory. Information: 762-3631 Baxter-Curren Jam Session — 6:30 p.m., first, second and third Tuesdays, 908 Hickory. Music instrument playing. Information: 762-3631 Baxter-Curren Music Sessions — 6 p.m., second and fourth Tuesdays, 908 Hickory. Music singing and playing. Information: 762-3631 Circle Eight Squares — 7 -9...
Morrow Robert Morrow was a soldier in the North Carolina Line during the American Revolution in a regiment commanded by Col. Alexander Martin. After completing his service under Martin, he was a volunteer serving under Gen. Nathaniel Greene....
Our perceptions matter a great deal when it comes to achieving our goals....
Information on making a top-down/bottom-up window shade and gluten-free appetizers and snacks will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at noon Tuesday and at 2 p.m. Saturday. Terrell Sundermann will show how to make a top-down/bottom-up window shade. She’ll also talk about how to measure the window, determine the size of the shade and shade folding, and explain fabric and hardware requirements. Her company is Terrell Designs in Englewood, Colo. Cookbook author and r...
Britain-Riley Ricky and Sherrie Britain of Roswell announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Kayla JoAnn Britain of Clovis to Cage Win Riley of Clovis. He is the son of Russell and Elainea Riley of Melrose. The couple will exchange vows March, 28, 2009, at Parkland Baptist Church in Clovis. A reception will follow at St. James in Clovis. The bride-elect is a 2007 graduate of Clovis Community College. She is employed at Parkland Baptist Church. The prospective groom is a 2006 graduate of Melrose High...
La Casa Senior Center 1120 Cameo St. Monday: 9 a.m. -4 p.m. Daily activities; 10:30 indoor exercise. Tuesday: 9 a.m. -4 p.m. Daily activities; 1 p.m. bingo and refreshments. Wednesday: 9 a.m. -4 p.m. Daily activities; 10:30 indoor exercise; Noon pot luck luncheon; 1 p.m. bingo and refreshments. Thursday: 9 a.m. -4 p.m. Daily activities; 1 p.m. loteria (Spanish bingo) and refreshments. Friday: 9 a.m. -4 p.m. Daily activities. Daily: Daily coffee and socializing, exercise equipment, 8-ball, 9-ball, computer and Internet,... Full story
The following events are scheduled at the Portales Public Library: • Preschool Storytime meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. This week’s theme is “Chinese New Year!” Join us for stories, songs, and a short craft. • Thursday 6 p.m. will be a Family Reading Night at the library. We will be reading stories about winter. • Every Friday at 3:30 p.m. it is time for To Be Continued… a chapter book read-aloud club. This month we are reading No Talking by Andrew Clements, one of the nominees for t...
Siau-Cameron, Brumfield Ricky Lee Brumfield and Valerie Siau-Cameron will exchange wedding vows 3 p.m. Feb. 14 at Central Christian Church in Portales. All friends and relatives are invited to attend....
