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Serving Clovis, Portales and the Surrounding Communities
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I am planning to run for Supreme Ruler of Earth, as soon as I get a spare minute. In case you don't know, the Supreme Ruler gets to do whatever she wants and make the rules for everyone else. Everyone kisses your backside and laughs at your jokes. Sort of like running a movie studio or being a CEO. I'm already starting to compile my list of people who would be exiled permanently from Earth after I take over. We could use one of those retired space shuttles to ship them off to a galaxy far, far away. Or maybe just send them...
Recently, my youngest child asked a question about love and God. He quickly realized from my reaction that he must have said something clever. As I reached for my laptop, he said, "Are you going to write what I said on Facebook? Do not write it there!" I was stunned. In fact, I was going to post his thoughts and solicit comments. But even a 5-year-old can assert intellectual property rights. And I respected his wishes. This is an emerging gray area in parenthood: How much do we share of our children's lives when chats around... Full story
Parents often underestimate the anxiety and loneliness a younger sibling has when an older sibling goes off to camp. Young children don't have a concrete understanding of time, and their immaturity makes it hard for them to believe their sibling's absence is temporary. Keep them busy, do something special, and use this time to connect with your younger child. Tactile children will feel the loss of a playmate keenly. Not having another person to play ball with, wrestle or build pillow forts can make them feel very lonely. It...
There are far worse things than traveling in a plane with kids — but that can be easy to forget. In-air child chaos has triggered breakdowns in even the most patient of parents. Something about the mix of airplanes, air pressure and claustrophobic seating can cause the sweetest kid to transform into every parent's nightmare. But before you decide to cancel all family vacations until your kid's 10th birthday, let us provide some hope and help. How to dress: We've all seen families who don matching clothes at Disney... Full story
Tricia Romano In today's gadget-centric world, entertaining children can become a costly endeavor. But Todd Bohannon, a Seattle kindergarten and first-grade teacher, has a few tricks up his sleeve for engaging youngsters without spending a hefty chunk of change. Many of his recommendations can be done year-round, but parents might find them especially useful during these last days of summer before the kids go back to school. Music and Movies Check out the parks and recreation department in your town for cheap diversions. Many... Full story
Jenny Schafer We all loved her as Punky Brewster, the beloved TV character who reached the pinnacle of '80s sitcom fame. These days, we can't get enough of Soleil Moon Frye as the doting celeb mom, host of HerSay, Mommy Ambassador for Target and now as author of her new book "Happy Chaos." And not to mention the fun video trailer. The gorgeous mom of two daughters — Poet, nearly 6, and Jagger, 3 — takes us on a trip through the years in the fun video montage. (Watch it at http://www.celebrityba... Full story
Disney FamilyFun magazine Creative Fun: A Figure of a Different Color Here's a unique blank slate for kids' creativity: 4-inch-tall, posable, funky white plastic figurines. The Color Blanks sets come with permanent markers and stickers so that kids can jump right into the personalization. Ages 6 and up. RoseArt, $5 to $10. Creative Coloring: This Book Really Draws Kids In Inspired by the eye-catching works of pop art icon Romero Britto, Color Like an Artist encourages youngsters to transform simple black-and-white drawings...
Kaitlin Stanford These clever strategies from baby sleep experts will help baby — and you — get a good night's sleep. Is baby keeping you up at night? We had Conner Herman and Kira Ryan, the owners of Manhattan-based sleep consultancy Dream Team Baby, share how to maximize baby's sleep time so that you can get some shut-eye. Dim the Lights Forget the nightlights — babies aren't likely to fear the dark until at least 18 months. In fact, cut out all the extra light you can. "On a scale of one to five, five...
Alfred Lubrano Children in poverty are more emotionally affected by a lack of food than was previously understood, new research shows. With food prices up nearly 5 percent over last year and the poor disproportionately hurt, children are noticing their parents skipping more meals to let their youngsters eat. That's causing kids to speak up. "I get yummy French toast, but when Mommy doesn't eat, I say, 'Please eat right now, Mommy,'" said Kodi-Cheree Moses, 5, of North Philadelphia, Pa. Her mother, Shontaya, 31, a security...
During a meeting Wednesday, the board of directors for the Eastern Plains Council of Governments: • Heard a presentation from E. J. Peinado of the state’s Mortgage Finance Authority on money available to assist communities with infrastructure, community facilities and equipment. • Approved financial reports for June and July. • Voted unanimously not to renew a contract as fiscal and administrative agent for the Eastern Area Workforce Development Board (EAWDB) when the current contract expires in June 2012. D... Full story
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Thursday briefing. Website of the day The Curry County Events Center has a new website complete with schedules and details of upcoming events. Here’s a link: http://www.curryeventscenter.com/ Guns and Hoses Clovis firefighters and police officers battle each other in a game of basketball 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday at The Rock. Ticket prices: Adults $4, seniors $3, ages 6 and under are free. All proceeds go to the charity of the winner’s choice. CRP changes The New Mexico Farm...
The condition of a Clovis soldier injured in Afghanistan July 15 is improving. Army Sgt. 1st Class Dale Smith Jr. was moved to a surgical unit Tuesday after spending nearly a month in intensive care at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington D.C., according to family friend Angie Taylor. Smith had only been in Afghanistan about a month when his unit came under attack and he was critically wounded. Family has said the Clovis native sustained a gunshot wound to the head when his group came under enemy fire. Taylor said...
Eastern New Mexico University’s men open the 2011-12 basketball season under third-year coach Andrew Helton with exhibition games at New Mexico State on Nov. 2 and at Texas-El Paso the following night. The Greyhounds, who went 13-14 last season and qualified for the Lone Star Conference postseason tournament for the first time since 2006, open the regular campaign Nov. 11-12 in a four-team classic hosted by Tarleton State at Stephenville, Texas. The home opener is Nov. 15 against Oklahoma Panhandle State. The Hounds begin t...
Recently, my youngest child asked a question about love and God. He quickly realized from my reaction that he must have said something clever. As I reached for my laptop, he said, "Are you going to write what I said on Facebook? Do not write it there!" I was stunned. In fact, I was going to post his thoughts and solicit comments. But even a 5-year-old can assert intellectual property rights. And I respected his wishes. This is an emerging gray area in parenthood: How much do we share of our children's lives when chats around...
I am planning to run for Supreme Ruler of Earth, as soon as I get a spare minute. In case you don't know, the Supreme Ruler gets to do whatever she wants and make the rules for everyone else. Everyone kisses your backside and laughs at your jokes. Sort of like running a movie studio or being a CEO. I'm already starting to compile my list of people who would be exiled permanently from Earth after I take over. We could use one of those retired space shuttles to ship them off to a galaxy far, far away. Or maybe just send them... Full story
There are far worse things than traveling in a plane with kids — but that can be easy to forget. In-air child chaos has triggered breakdowns in even the most patient of parents. Something about the mix of airplanes, air pressure and claustrophobic seating can cause the sweetest kid to transform into every parent's nightmare. But before you decide to cancel all family vacations until your kid's 10th birthday, let us provide some hope and help. How to dress: We've all seen families who don matching clothes at Disney...
Parents often underestimate the anxiety and loneliness a younger sibling has when an older sibling goes off to camp. Young children don't have a concrete understanding of time, and their immaturity makes it hard for them to believe their sibling's absence is temporary. Keep them busy, do something special, and use this time to connect with your younger child. Tactile children will feel the loss of a playmate keenly. Not having another person to play ball with, wrestle or build pillow forts can make them feel very lonely. It...
Provided by Disney FamilyFun magazine The Color Blanks are funky white plastic figurines. The Color Blanks sets come with permanent markers and stickers. Ages 6 and up. RoseArt, $5 to $10. Disney FamilyFun magazine Creative Fun: A Figure of a Different Color Here's a unique blank slate for kids' creativity: 4-inch-tall, posable, funky white plastic figurines. The Color Blanks sets come with permanent markers and stickers so that kids can jump right into the personalization. Ages 6 and up. RoseArt, $5 to $10. Creative...
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and thefishphone.com, has been generated from the best information available from area officers, anglers, guides and local businesses. Conditions may vary as stream, lake and weather conditions alter fish and angler activities....
Eastern New Mexico University’s men open the 2011-12 basketball season under third-year coach Andrew Helton with exhibition games at New Mexico State on Nov. 2 and at Texas-El Paso the following night. The Greyhounds, who went 13-14 last season and qualified for the Lone Star Conference postseason tournament for the first time since 2006, open the regular campaign Nov. 11-12 in a four-team classic hosted by Tarleton State at Stephenville, Texas. The home opener is Nov. 15 against Oklahoma Panhandle State. The Hounds begin t...
Farmers and ranchers dealing with drought have a chance to gain management information with a seminar scheduled for Monday. Admission is free, and no preregistration is required. The drought-management workshop is geared toward local agricultural producers. “There’s times you need a little more information to make a decision, and I’m hoping some of the things that are covered will help them feel more comfortable about a decision they’re making or help them go ahead with a decision they were thinking about,” said Roosevelt Cou...
The condition of a Clovis soldier injured in Afghanistan July 15 is improving. Army Sgt. 1st Class Dale Smith Jr. was moved to a surgical unit Tuesday after spending nearly a month in intensive care at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington D.C., according to family friend Angie Taylor. Smith had only been in Afghanistan about a month when his unit came under attack and he was critically wounded. Family has said the Clovis native sustained a gunshot wound to the head when his group came under enemy fire. Taylor said...
A 20-year-old Tucumcari man was bound over to district court Wednesday and will face a murder charge in connection with the homicide of Shirley Pacheco, 33. Quay County Magistrate Court Judge Joel Garnett’s order sending Randall Jones to trial followed a five-hour preliminary hearing. No date was set for trial. “We were able to meet the burden of proof to continue with this case,” said Tim Rose, senior trial attorney for the 10th Judicial District Attorney. Rose said his line of questioning for state’s witness Orlando...
U.S. manufacturing industry gone My tennis shoes were looking a little raggedy, so I went shopping over the tax-free weekend. My main criteria was that my new shoes be made in the USA and not fluorescent purple or pink (actually just a plain ol’ white pair of tennis shoes). I went to numerous stores, but not one of them carried any tennis shoes made in the USA. I asked people who worked in the stores whether they had any shoes that were made in the USA; about half of them looked at me like I had lost my mind. Mind you t... Full story
Freedom New Mexico Driving your car soon will become less safe. That’s because President Barack Obama and the major automakers – pressured by the government — agreed to increase new vehicles’ fuel mileage. The main way to do that is to reduce the size of vehicles. By 2025, the Corporate Average Fuel Economy for each automaker must be 55.4 mpg for passenger cars. That’s up from the 2009 Obama mandate of 35.5 mpg by 2016. The current CAFE standard for 2011 is 30.2 mpg. Light trucks come under slightly less-... Full story
