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  • Police: One dead after Sunday morning shooting

    Updated Oct 10, 2021

    CLOVIS -- Police on Sunday said they're investigating a homicide. Police said they responded to 125 El Camino about 10:40 a.m. Sunday after receiving a report of a shooting victim. They found a 28-year-old man with "multiple gunshot wounds to the upper torso area," according to a news release. The man died soon after arriving via ambulance at Plains Regional Medical Center. Officials did not name the victim and did not say if they have a suspect, but did ask for the public's... Full story

  • Something to read - Oct. 10

    Updated Oct 9, 2021

    What: "New Mexico Family Outdoor Adventure: An All-Ages Guide to Hiking, Camping and Getting Outside" By Christina M. Selby, a Santa Fe-based writer and photographer. What it's about: The latest selection in the Southwest Adventure Series provides information on more than 80 outdoor adventure opportunities, including hiking, biking, camping, skiing, fishing, climbing and wildlife watching. The two closest locations profiled are Santa Rosa Lake State Park and the Bitter Lake...

  • Club notes - Oct. 10

    Updated Oct 9, 2021

    Beta Phi The Beta Phi chapter of ESA had its October meeting on Oct. 2, with six jewel members attending at Kelley’s. Laura Loftin was host. The group had a discussion about attending the Curry County Ag extension sale that will be held at the county fairgrounds Oct. 30....

  • Senior calendar - Oct. 10

    Updated Oct 9, 2021

    Curry Resident Senior Meals Association 901 W. 13th St., Clovis 575-762-9405 All meals served with 2% milk and tossed salad w/dressing Monday: Sloppy joe, potato wedges, mixed vegetables, cherry crisp Tuesday: BBQ riblet, macaroni and cheese, seasoned peas, dinner roll w/margarine, cake Wednesday: Baked chicken, cheesy scalloped potatoes, broccoli and cauliflower, Hawaiian roll w/margarine, puding Thursday: Taco salad, pinto beans, oatmeal cookie Friday: Fried catfish or chicken nuggets, pinto beans, blended vegetables,...

  • School menus - Oct. 10

    Updated Oct 9, 2021

    Clovis elementary Monday: No school Tuesday: Breakfast, fruit filled churros, milk; Lunch, chili cheese fries, mini carrots &, celery, ranch dressing, sidekicks, milk Wednesday: Breakfast, Gogurt & graham cracker, milk; Lunch, General Tso’s chicken, steamed rice, steamed carrots, sliced cucumbers, chilled pears, cookie, homemade roll, milk Thursday: Breakfast, breakfast pizza, milk; Lunch, pork chop, mashed potatoes, gravy, steamed broccoli, chilled applesauce, whole wheat roll Friday: Breakfast, mini cinnis, milk; Lunch, p...

  • Caring for jewelry ahead on show

    Sheryl Borden, Local columnist|Updated Oct 9, 2021

    Information on caring for jewelry, making a custom headboard and working with paper punches will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday (all times Mountain). Kristina Rachel is a jewelry designer, and she’s going to show how to take care of jewelry, whether it’s sterling silver, gold, base metal or even leather and gemstones. Her company is Rachel Claire Collection and she’s from San Jose, California. Rebecca Peck represents The Uphol...

  • On the shelves - Oct. 10

    Updated Oct 9, 2021

    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. “The Ghost Rifle” by Max McCoy. Descended from a long line of ramblers and rogues, Jack Picaro came to America to seek his fortune. But after killing his best friend in a drunken duel, the apprentice gunsmith flees westward, behind children he doe...

  • No choice but to venture forth into brave new online world

    Karl Terry, Local columnist|Updated Oct 9, 2021

    Business transactions are moving online and with little to no human contact thanks to “progress” and the pandemic. Every time I get forced into using one of these new platforms I get uneasy. When I order food online in the restaurant’s app will someone really read my order and get it to the cook? I guess I base this hesitancy on how infrequently I look at my email. This ain’t email, however. Sure, I did have to check in the old-fashion way when a local restaurant didn’t pick u...

  • Our People: There's something about new moms

    Elizabeth Larsen, Correspondent|Updated Oct 9, 2021

    There's something about a small town that suits Sara Hanks. Born and raised in Clovis, Hanks enjoys the simple pleasures afforded by a life close to family, her animals, community, and lots of good books. The Clovis native has been married to her sweetheart for the last 17 years, and together they have raised two children. Since last fall, Hanks has worked at the local thrift boutique, As They Grow - a store specializing in children's and maternity goods. Q: What is the best t...

  • In Tribute: Bill Joy: One of ENMU's biggest supporters

    Kathleen Stinson, Staff writer|Updated Oct 9, 2021

    PORTALES - Bill Joy was one of the loudest fans at Eastern New Mexico University sports events for as long as many can remember. But his service to the university was much more than talk. Joy, who died Sept. 6 at 85, was remembered as one of the college's biggest supporters. "I think we never imagined ENMU or Portales without Bill," said Noelle Bartl, director of the ENMU Foundation. "Everyone knew (Bill) in the stands at games with his animal pelt fur vest and big black...

  • Gas prices slightly less in area than rest of New Mexico

    Steve Hansen, Staff writer|Updated Oct 9, 2021

    Gas prices are slightly less, on average, in Curry, Roosevelt and Quay counties than in the rest of the state, according to AAA, the auto travel assistance membership organization. According to a news release from AAA, the statewide average gas price recorded Thursday was $3.17 per gallon, up five cents per gallon from last week. According to maps on the AAA’s website, gasprices.aaa.com, Curry County prices were a little lower, averaging $3.13 per gallon; the Roosevelt County gas price average was 3.14; and Quay County’s ave...

  • ENMU women win Region Preview cross country meet

    the Staff of The News|Updated Oct 9, 2021

    LUBBOCK — Although it was far from a full regional slate, the Eastern New Mexico University women’s cross country team had a solid performance in Saturday’s Region Preview meet, hosted by Lubbock Christian The Greyhounds placed six runners in the top 10, including medalist Doncas Kosgei and runner-up Lethabo Seema, to net 25 team points and hold off LCU, which had three of the top seven runners and netted 33 points. Kosgei crossed the finish line in 19 minutes, 13.1 seconds to claim her first individual title. Lethabo Seema...

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