Friday morning briefing: BBQ, a local author and stepping up.

Good morning. It’s Freedom New Mexico’s Friday briefing.

Video of the day:It's in your backyard

Web site of the day

http://www.library.cityofclovis.org/elecresources.html

Find online resources offered through Clovis-Carver Public Library’s Web site.

BBQ time

Check out the American Legion Post 117 barbecue 11 a.m. Saturday until it’s gone.

They say it goes quickly.

The post is at 2800 W. Grand in Clovis.

Help please

The City of Clovis’ Quality of Life Task Force is working with United Way

and the Curry County Wellness Council and needs your help.

They want your opinions and suggestions on activities and recreation options for youths in Clovis.

Here’s the link to fill out a quick survey:

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZNS775F

Texico’s own up for honors

Author Devyn Quinn of Texico is nominated for the Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice Award: http://www.romantictimes.com

It’s her second nomination.

Her first mass-market title, “Siren's Call,” debuts in bookstores Aug 3.

Stepping up

And don’t forget — newly elected Clovis city officials will be sworn into office 3 p.m. Monday during a special ceremony at City Hall.

It’s open to the public.

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