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Opinion: Go ahead and pray for that good day
After a rough stretch lately, the wife and I finally threw caution to the wind and took a vacation last week. After our governor ordered Texans not to come to our state, we found that Ruidoso had open...
Opinion: Interior design tips ahead on show
Information on interior design tips for seniors and eliminating clutter in the home will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday (all times Mountain). Lisa...
On the shelves - July 12
The following books are available for checkout at the Clovis-Carver Public Library: “The Greatest Heist Stories Ever Told” by Tom McCarthy. Crime does pay. At least for a while. You'll see that quickly in these nine compelling and true stories...
Senior menus - July 12
Curry Resident Senior Meals Association 901 W. 13th St., Clovis 575-762-9405 Note: All meals come with 2% milk and a tossed salad with dressing. Monday: Steak fingers, mashed potatoes w/cream gravy, blended veggies, biscuit w/ margarine, lemon...
Opinion: Wishing for freedom to exercise my own good judgment
I’ve always thought that the holiday Americans celebrate on July 4 was and should be all about independence and liberty. As this holiday weekend draws to a close, hopefully now more than ever we...
Opinion: Scarves, painting ahead on show
Information on wearing scarves and painting embroidery work with Jacquard Textile paints will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday (all times Mountain)....
On the shelves - July 5
The following books are available for checkout at the Clovis-Carver Public Library: “NYPD Red” by James Patterson was donated in memory of Anthony Joplin. When a world-famous movie producer is poisoned on the first day of a Manhattan film...
Senior menus - July 5
Curry Resident Senior Meals Association 901 W. 13th St., Clovis 575-762-9405 Note: All meals come with 2% milk and a tossed salad with dressing. Monday: Sloppy joe on a bun, potato wedges, mixed veggies, pineapple upside down cake Tuesday: Swiss...
Honors - July 5
Hadley Sarah Hadley of Clovis was recognized as a spring 2020 graduate by Oregon State University, according to a school release. Hadley graduated with a bachelor of arts degree in psychology. She was one of 7,181 students representing all 50 states...
Opinion: Thoughts go to Peggy when I eat a greasy taco
We never celebrated Taco Tuesday at Peggy Baca’s house; we ate ’em nearly every night. As I was busy browning taco meat last Tuesday my mind wandered back to weeknights in college at Peggy’s...
Opinion: Ozonated water trays, bread sculpting ahead on show
Information on using ozonated water trays and bread sculpting for Spring occasions will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday (all times Mountain). Dr....
On the shelves - June 28
The following books are available for checkout at the Clovis-Carver Public Library: “World of Birds” by New Holland Publishers visually celebrates the planet’s varied and amazing birdlife - from tiny hovering jewel-like hummingbirds to...
Opinion: Hope you're enjoying Father's Day
It’s Father’s Day and I hope you’re having a great time barbecuing and playing catch with your dad today. If your father is no longer living, I hope reflection gives you happy memories of the...
Opinion: Nutritional testing ahead on show
Information on the importance of nutritional testing and adding texture to the surface of fabric will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday (all times...
Senior menus - June 21
Curry Resident Senior Meals Association 901 W. 13th St., Clovis 575-762-9405 Monday: Frito pie, mixed veggies, pears Tuesday: Baked chicken, mashed potatoes w/chicken gravy, green beans, dinner roll w/margarine, yogurt Wednesday: Meatloaf, gravy, bak...
On the shelves - June 21
These books are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library: “Murder on Marble Row” by Victoria Thompson. When an explosion kills wealthy industrialist Gregory Van Dyke, the police commissioner presumes that anarchists are responsible and asks...
Opinion: Probably still have a little left to learn in role as husband
After 38 years in the role of a husband, you would think I should be getting better at it. I think I’ve probably got a little more to learn. If I don’t write about her in my column around our...
Opinion: Enzymes in food ahead on show
Information on making sure enzymes in our food work for our bodies instead of causing health issues, transferring images onto fabric, and the versatility of fresh and dried figs will be the featured t...
On the shelves - June 14
These books are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library: “Beyond the Valley” by Al Lacy travels west with journalists Adam Cooper and Doug McClain, along with their sweethearts, as they board a railcar to follow a dream — the chance to...
Opinion: Keeping an eye on my lawn
Normally this time of year I’m scrambling to get a Chamber event put together on the grass in the park. Instead I’m trying to make grass grow back in my front yard. A few years ago we had severe...
Opinion: Tote bags, pet health ahead on show
Information on making totebags, improving pet health and making gazpacho will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday (all times Mountain). Hilarie Dayton...
Senior menus - June 7
Curry Resident Senior Meals Association 901 W. 13th St., Clovis 575-762-9405 Monday: Chicken strips, mashed potatoes, cream gravy, seasoned green beans, dinner roll, w/margarine, spiced apples Tuesday: BBQ riblet, mac and cheese, seasoned peas,...
On the shelves - June 7
The following books are available for checkout at the Clovis-Carver Public Library: “Overcoming Obstacles: A Navy SEAL's Guide to Beating Adversity and Finding Success” by Don Mann features practical advice, inspirational quotes, engaging...
Recent dining restrictions taking me back in time
With our restaurant selections lately restricted to carryout, dining in Portales has become a lot like it used to be when I was growing up — except for the prices. I can maybe remember a 35-cent...
Silk ribbon embroidery, bamboo ahead on show
Information on silk ribbon embroidery, working with bamboo and making a miniature paper purse holder will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday (all times Mountain). Kim Sanders represents the...
