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Archive For December 2007
Daily Bible verse for Jan. 1, 2008
January 1st, 2008
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you."
Deuteronomy 31:6...
Cats tweaking offense
December 31st, 2007
Twice in 2007, Jordan Mendoza’s right wrist bone has separated. As 2008 begins, his wrist is together, just like the Wildcat basketball team.
“The one word I associate with this team is family,...
Farming foundation of future
December 31st, 2007
In this day and age, it is easy to lose focus on what is important, and we often forget about the many blessings that we’ve been given. Agriculture is one such example. It has been said that “If y...
December 2007: Year in Review
December 31st, 2007
The look at the top stories reported in the CNJ in December:
Dec. 1: Participants in the High Plains Harley-Davidson annual Toy Run donated more than 250 presents to area children.
Dec. 2: Five r...
Hang out without the hangover
December 31st, 2007
New Year’s Day brings a new year, and with it can come hangovers for those who celebrate a little too much.
Hangover remedies vary from old wives’ tales to the tried and true methods.
Joseph Ca...
Alcohol petition turned in to city
December 31st, 2007
A group that wants city residents to vote on allowing the sale of alcohol by the glass on Sundays turned in its petition by the Friday deadline, according to City Clerk LeighAnn Melancon.
The County...
Officials: Bear attack unlikely on horses
December 31st, 2007
Five horses found dead southwest of Ranchvale have generated rumors of bears and mountain lions in the area. But a New Mexico Game and Fish official said there’s little evidence to support those rum...
Jan. 1, 2008 What's Happening
December 31st, 2007
Wednesday
Ambassador luncheon — 11:30 a.m., Cotton Patch Cafe, 2604 N. Prince.
Angel Food Ministries food ordering — 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., through January 5. 5106 N. Prince. Food will be distrubuted J...
Time to commit for 2008
December 31st, 2007
“Tempus fugit” — Time flies, we usually say. A better translation from the original Latin, however, is that “time flees” (think fugitive).
Every day, every second, every year passes as soo...
Holiday closings
December 31st, 2007
Information contained in Sunday’s holiday closing list contained incorrect information.
Clovis banks, credit unions, city offices, Curry County offices, the Department of Motor Vehicles and the Pos...
Dec. 31, 1964
December 31st, 2007
More than 2,000 Clovisites had made reservations at Clovis clubs and lounges to ring in the new year. ... Various medals were presented at Cannon Air Force Base during the visit of Maj. Gen. John C. M...
Lubbock Christian bests Hounds
December 30th, 2007
LUBBOCK — Senior forward Bernardo Rocha scored five points in a 9-0 run that helped Lubbock Christian pull away to a 74-60 victory over Eastern New Mexico on Saturday.
The 6-foot-9 Rocha shot 6-of-...
Dec. 30, 1933
December 30th, 2007
City commissioners voted to make an application for a federal public works loan to be used for additional improvements to the city park. ... "Man's Castle" featuring Spencer Tracy was showing at the L...
By the numbers — 2007 homicides and convictions
December 29th, 2007
Clovis homicides
• Emmett Salisbury, 36, died Jan. 8: Shot to death in a second-hand store he operated at 701 E. Grand Ave. Salisbury’s body was found by his partner the next day. He had been sho...
2007 Year in Review - November
December 29th, 2007
Nov. 1: Clovis city commissioners agreed to give American Renewable Fuels 25 acres of land and a 15-year tax exemption in exchange for constructing an $80 million biodiesel plant at the city’s Indus...
New Year's closings
December 29th, 2007
In observance of the New Year’s Day holiday, district and magistrate courts will be closed Monday and Tuesday.
Clovis banks, credit unions, city personnel offices, Curry County offices, the Depart...
Minimum wage going up Jan. 1
December 29th, 2007
New Mexico employees working at minimum wage jobs will get a 65-cent per hour pay raise Tuesday, but local business owners say the increase is likely to cause more problems than it solves.
The state...
ENMU men's basketball capsule
December 29th, 2007
ENMU (3-7) at Lubbock Christian (5-4), 1 p.m. (MST) today at Rip Griffin Center, Lubbock.
Radio: KSEL-FM 95.3.
On the Net: www.enmusports.com
Notes: The Greyhounds will have only seven players avai...
Rams rally to defeat Robertson at Stu Clark
December 29th, 2007
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — The Portales Rams erased a nine-point halftime deficit Friday afternoon to defeat the Robertson Cardinals 57-50 in a consolation semifinal game in the Stu Clark Invitational
The R...
Milk Cow/Plateau Classic notes
December 29th, 2007
• Except for people who live in Clovis, it’s unlikely anyone has more familiarity with those milling about the tournaments this weekend than St. Michael’s boys coach Ron Geyer.
Before he took th...
Dec. 29, 1923
December 29th, 2007
Mrs. Joe C. McClelland was attacked by a masked robber at her home on West Eighth Street. ... Curry County commissioners passed a resolution favoring the purchase of some bloodhounds for the purpose o...
Sixth baby draws criticism
December 28th, 2007
I had two miscarriages after my first daughter was born. Although they were early in the pregnancy, I felt a deep sense of loss and despair for the babies I lost, and it took me a long time to recover...
Tumbleweed carried message to Texas
December 28th, 2007
In the year of 1903 Tom Brown, a young man of about 22 years, boarded a train for New Mexico’s lonely prairies. Now Tom really did not know just where he was going or what he was going for. He had h...
Dec. 30, 2007 Anniversaries
December 28th, 2007
Howard
Marvin and Velmeta Howard of Clovis will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on Jan. 1, 2008.
The couple was married Jan. 1, 1948.
They have four children, eight grandchildren, 15 great...
Dec. 30, 2007 Engagements
December 28th, 2007
Partin/Huddleston
Jerry and Karla Partin of Portales announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Emily Partin, of Portales, to Jeffery Huddleston of Clovis. He is the son of Wa...
Dec. 30, 2007 Senior Happenings
December 28th, 2007
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Monday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., daily activities including pool, crafts, ceramics, sewing, quilting, dominos, puzzles, card games, computer access, blood pressure chec...
Dec. 30, 2007 Library Books
December 28th, 2007
The following books are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library:
The Lesser Evil: The Diaries of Victor Klemperer 1945-59 by Victor Klemperer was given by John Olsen in memory of Marion Olsen.
...
Anyone up for New Year’s ’09 celebration?
December 28th, 2007
It took me years, not months, to discern the importance of beginning a new year. Obviously to a child, and less obviously to a young adult, time rolls endlessly ahead of you — an ocean of time, a ro...
Dec. 30, 2007
December 28th, 2007
Activities
Baxter-Curren Senior Center Bingo — 1 p.m., Thursdays, 908 Hickory. Information: 769-7908.
Baxter-Curren Jam Session — 6:30 p.m., first and third Tuesdays, 908 Hickory. Music instrum...
Volunteer Opportunity - Public Works Committee
December 28th, 2007
City of Clovis Public Works Committee currently has a vacancy for a District 4 representative. The committee advises the city commission on public works activities such as drainage, landfill and stree...
Senate President Pro Tem Altamirano dies at Silver City home
December 28th, 2007
SILVER CITY — Senate President Pro Tem Ben Altamirano, the longest-serving member of the New Mexico Legislature, has died at his home in Silver City. He was 77.
Gov. Bill Richardson made the announ...
Milk Cow Classic/Plateau Holiday Classic update
December 28th, 2007
SCOREBOARD
Boys
Milk Cow Classic
Thursday
Quarterfinals
Los Lunas 75, Tascosa 67
St. Michael’s 64, EP Chapin 54
Cibola 51, Abilene Cooper 27
Clovis 91, Santa Fe High 38
Friday
Consolation semifin...
Dec. 28, 1961
December 28th, 2007
The Abington High School Band of Abington, Pa. stopped and performed an impromptu parade down Main Street on its way to the Tournament of Roses Parade scheduled to be held in Los Angeles on New Year's...
In Tribute: Keebler salesman took pride in work, religion
December 27th, 2007
Burl Powers of Clovis taught his son plenty of things. There was no shame in doing the same job for decades if it paid the bills. The church and the family were priorities. And you never know when a b...
Local Roundup: Officers continue anti-DWI efforts
December 27th, 2007
The Curry County Sheriff’s Office will continue promoting its designated driver program through the New Year’s holiday.
In partnership with local businesses, designated drivers who sign a pledge...
Recycling gives Christmas trees new life
December 27th, 2007
Ornament and tinsel-free Christmas trees left by Dumpsters will be picked up by Clovis’ team of refuse collectors. Trees also can be taken to the landfill on East Brady Street. Either way, the trees...
Christians can celebrate with deep and genuine joy
December 27th, 2007
I hope you’re having a great Christmas. If our hearts are really prepared for it, it can be such a wonderful time.
I know. A lot about the way our society “celebrates” Christmas is nothing to c...
Holiday memories offer moment of peace
December 27th, 2007
As I write this column the day before Christmas, I am thinking about the changes in our world since our children were small. Many things have changed. Christmas presents for kids have changed. Annie a...
a view from under the pew
December 27th, 2007
Editor’s note: Amos is a church mouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can’t operate the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation marks — except dashes and hyphens.
am...
Religion Digest: Church to show film “The Wager”
December 27th, 2007
Bethel Assembly of God, 1521 N. Norris, will host a movie night at 7 p.m. Monday. “The Wager” features Randy Travis and is based on a book by author Bill Myers. Admission is free. Information: 762...
Prairie Chicken Festival poster contest announced
December 27th, 2007
Sponsors of the High Plains Prairie Chicken Festival, to be held April 11-13 in Milnesand, invite artists of all ages to participate in a poster contest. The grand prize winning entry will be reproduc...
Official: No county funds missing
December 27th, 2007
County Attorney Stephen Doerr said Thursday the county is not missing money from county fair revenues.
However, he said the State Police are investigating an accounting discrepancy of between $2,000...
Business Year in Review: Industries flocked to Clovis in 2007
December 27th, 2007
To economic developers 2007 brought the promise of new industries coming to Clovis. To farmers, the year brought in a combination of a great crop and great prices.
On the other hand, the same year sa...
Dec. 28, 2007 Public Record
December 27th, 2007
The following marriage licenses were compiled from court records from December 20 through Wednesday:
James Shannon Oneill, 51, to Gaye Mallory Cooke, 45, both of Clovis
Serafin Ray Cordova, 20, to Chr...
Year in Review: October 2007
December 27th, 2007
A daily look at top news stories in October reported in the Clovis New Journal:
Oct. 1: Air Force Special Operations Command officially moved into Cannon Air Force Base. In formal ceremonies, Col. Sco...
What's Happening
December 27th, 2007
Today
CHS Basketball Tournament — 10 a.m., CHS Gym.
Saturday
CHS Basketball Tournament — 10 a.m., CHS Gym.
Wednesday
Ambassador luncheon — 11:30 a.m., Cotton Patch Cafe, 2604 N. Prince.
...
New Mexicans rarity in parts of U.S.
December 27th, 2007
I took notes as The Lady of the House and I zipped across the southeastern United States visiting family last month: 4,825 miles of interstate, two-lane back roads, city streets and such.
With all...
Monumental decision places coal off limits
December 27th, 2007
Then-president Bill Clinton’s surprise creation of the 2-million-acre Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument in September 1996 may seem like ancient history to many Americans, if they recall it...
Take chances to make 2008 great
December 27th, 2007
If 2007 wasn’t exactly heaven, then 2008 should be great. Like that rhyme?
How about these?
With ’08 comes the great debate. Lose weight in ’08. Mate in ’08. End hate in ’08.
Whatever fa...
Portales loses opening round at Stu Clark
December 27th, 2007
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Defending Class 4A state champion St. Pius Sartans had their hands full Thursday as they tangled with the Portales Rams in the first round of the Stu Clark Tournament.
The Sartans...
Up to an inch of snow expected
December 27th, 2007
Weather report from National Weather Service in Albuquerque for Curry, De Baca and Roosevelt counties:
THU DEC 27 2007
SNOW SHOWERS WILL CONTINUE THROUGH EARLY EVENING. EXPECT AN INCH OF NEW SNOW O...
Pakistan leader assassinated
December 27th, 2007
RAWALPINDI, Pakistan -- Pakistan opposition leader Benazir Bhutto was assassinated Thursday in a suicide attack at a campaign rally that also killed at least 20 others, aides said.
Bhutto's supporter...
Dec. 27, 1928
December 27th, 2007
D.L. Lancaster, Thomas Brown, T.L. Wilson and I.C. Johnson announced their candidacy for city commissioners. ... The Woman's Benefit Association donated a "merry whirl" to the city park. ... The Clovi...
Wildcats seek to stay perfect with Milk Cow Classic opening
December 26th, 2007
Clovis junior Stefan Mills could play 12 minutes, finish scoreless with no rebounds and no assists and still do his job.
As long as he takes care of the ball and plays adequate minutes to rest scorer...
Permanent fix needed to right unfair tax law
December 26th, 2007
Before adjourning for the holidays, Congress finally approved yet another one-year fix to the unconscionable Alternative Minimum Tax.
Otherwise it would have forced some 20 million middle-class Americ...
Charity raises $46,501 this holiday
December 26th, 2007
The Salvation Army raised $46,501 with its Christmas projects this year, according to Capt. Tammy Ray.
The Red Kettles and bell ringers, which are the most visible community-wide Salvation Army progr...
Year in Review: September 2007
December 26th, 2007
A daily look at top news stories in September reported in the Clovis New Journal:
Sept. 1: The Philadelphia Eagles cut 22 players from their preseason roster, but Clovis’ Hank Baskett was among five...
Dec. 26, 1959
December 26th, 2007
Women's midcalf pants cost $2.44 at Penney's. ... Services were scheduled for the following day for a 40-year-old Clovis woman who was killed in a murder-suicide in a wooded area of Hillcrest Park. .....
Arrest made in copper wire theft
December 25th, 2007
A Roswell man was taken into custody Monday in connection with a commercial burglary reported Friday at a wind farm near Elida, according to a Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office press release.
Micha...
Military Digest: Stratton
December 25th, 2007
Stratton
Air Force Airman 1st Class Chrystal R. Stratton has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
Stratton is the daughter of Michael Woodward of Clo...
Year in Review: August 2007
December 25th, 2007
A daily look at top news stories in August reported in the Clovis New Journal:
Aug. 1: A 79-year-old Clovis man had posted a handmade sign in his yard on Calhoun Street, urging drivers to slow down a...
Christmas greetings based on status
December 25th, 2007
You’ve probably seen some TV show where somebody does something rude, and the response is, “You’re off the Christmas card list.”
Remember when that used to mean something? It seems like I don...
Paul campaign is surprising step for freedom
December 25th, 2007
Ron Paul, the libertarian-oriented and commendably anti-war 10-term Texas Congressman and Republican presidential candidate, has in some ways been the most interesting phenomenon of the early going in...
Dec. 25, 1937
December 25th, 2007
The Clovis Evening News-Journal's year in review included rains and floods as the biggest story of the year. ... Windows in the Hotel Clovis were lighted to form a giant cross as a symbol of the seaso...
Christmas toy story
December 24th, 2007
“I don’t remember toys. But when my sister was little bitty — we were raised poor; my mom would sew for money. My mom got a tricycle as payment for some sewing she had done, and it was rusty and...
Christmas promoted in Clovis' past
December 24th, 2007
Editor’s note: Clovis historian Don McAlavy reports Arthur Curren likely wrote this piece. Its intent was to boost economic interest in Clovis before Christmas 1913. Curren was Clovis’ first newsp...
Texico man dies of electrocution
December 24th, 2007
A 44-year-old Texico man was electrocuted Sunday afternoon in Farwell while cleaning water out of a basement at a residence on Highway 292, police said.
Rocky Horton died at the scene, according to F...
Year in Review: July 2007
December 24th, 2007
A daily look at top news stories in July reported in the Clovis New Journal:
July 1: A Cannon Air Force Base master sergeant and his family returned to Clovis from a camping trip to learn their home...
A day of joy, for our Saviour brings peace
December 24th, 2007
Today we gather with family and friends, share gifts and meals, maybe go out for a movie, maybe cruise and enjoy Christmas decorations around town.
May we all experience peace.
May our faith move...
Dec. 24, 1947
December 24th, 2007
Carl A. Hatch, New Mexico's senior senator, spent the Christmas holidays in Clovis and said he did not believe that war was "inevitable." ... The home of Mr. and Mrs. C.N. (Buck) Barnes at 920 Mitchel...
Dec. 23, 1971
December 23rd, 2007
Curry County inmates decorated the main cell block for Christmas, using aluminum "poptops" from canned beverages, icicles and pine branches. ... Burns Agency, 420 Mitchell, claimed to offer "good insu...
Letters to the Editor: Hotel Clovis has passed its prime
December 22nd, 2007
As a third-generation Clovisite and supporter of our historical heritage, I have watched and hoped for a solution to our despair over Hotel Clovis that would revive its majestic history.
Realisticall...
Mandated biofuel production will drain resources
December 22nd, 2007
It is difficult to overestimate the sheer wrongheadedness of the energy bill Congress passed and the president signed Wednesday.
Even if it were a good idea for government to mandate what kind of en...
Dec. 23, 2007 Empty Stocking Fund
December 22nd, 2007
Today’s focus: Ms. P
Household members: 3
Children: 2
Special circumstances: “Ms. P” is not earning enough money to buy Christmas presents.
Her holiday hopes: For her children to have a g...
2007 Letters to Santa
December 22nd, 2007
Dear Santa Claus,
My name is Dani-Jo Bass, and me 3 years old. I want a cell phone (a real one but mommy says no), Barbie TV, horses, dolls, EVERYTHING! So what ever you get me I will be happy.
I wa...
Dec. 23, 2007 Police Blotter
December 22nd, 2007
Samplings of recent reports filed by Clovis-area law enforcement officers:
About 9 a.m. Dec. 13 an officer on duty at a school in the 100 block of Commerce Way was approached by an injured student....
Year in Review: June 2007
December 22nd, 2007
A daily look at top news stories in June reported in the Clovis New Journal:
June 1: Officials identified the body found May 29 in an abandoned house near Wal-Mart as that of Howard Payne, a 52-year-o...
Holiday closings
December 22nd, 2007
In observance of the Christmas holiday, city offices, county offices and Cannon Federal Credit Union will be closed Dec 24-25. Clovis banks, High Plains Federal Credit Union, the United States Postal...
Schools close for winter break
December 22nd, 2007
Eastern New Mexico University will close for winter break from today until Jan. 2, according to a university news release.
Clovis Community College closed for its winter break Thursday and will reope...
Dec. 23, 2007 Holiday Happenings
December 22nd, 2007
Today
Citywide Christmas Dinner — 1-3 p.m., Lighthouse Mission, 407 L. Casillas Blvd. Meal will consist of ham with side dishes. Admission is free. Information: 762-1933.
Monday
Christmas Eve Can...
Dec. 22, 1917
December 22nd, 2007
Five hundred Clovis residents became members of the National Red Cross during their volunteer drive. ... The Hardwick Brothers gave a free Christmas show for Clovis youth and handed out popcorn balls...
Attorney looking into fair funds
December 21st, 2007
Curry County Attorney Stephen Doerr has taken the lead in the investigation into possible missing county funds, County Manager Lance Pyle said Friday.
Pyle said he would not comment on any other asp...
Democrats announce caucus schedule
December 21st, 2007
Registered Democrats in New Mexico can now request absentee ballots for the Feb. 5, 2008, presidential preference caucus, according to a news release.
The request form is available by mail, fax, e-...
Volunteers sought at Oasis State Park
December 21st, 2007
Volunteers are needed to start replacing the rip rap rock along the east side of the pond at Oasis State Park. Volunteers can work from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. while park staff is present, according to a ne...
Charitable organization $160,000 short of goal
December 21st, 2007
The United Way of Eastern New Mexico is about $160,000 short of reaching its goal for its 2007-2008 pledge year, according to a news release from the organization.
The non-profit organization has pl...
Clovis couple wins inaugural Samerican award
December 21st, 2007
Phil and Babette Lenfant and their three sons were driving home last month when they spotted a woman on the side of U.S. 60/84.
The Lenfants pulled over on pitch-black highway to help the woman, who...
ENMU picks Smith as business dean
December 21st, 2007
Gene Smith, an assistant professor of accounting and chair of the Department of Accounting, Finance, Information Systems at Eastern New Mexico University, has been named dean of ENMU’s College of Bu...
12-22 Empty stocking fund
December 21st, 2007
Today’s focus: Ms. B
Household members: 5
Children: 4
Special circumstances: “Ms. B’s” husband is not living with her right now and her income is limited. She can’t afford presents for he...
Winter advisory issued for Curry County
December 21st, 2007
Curry and Roosevelt county residents could encounter another weekend of blowing snow, according to the National Weather Service.
The weather service issued a winter weather advisory that took effec...
Dec. 21, 1962
December 21st, 2007
Four New Mexico State University students from Clovis were reported to be in good condition after they were injured in a car accident 30 miles west of Roswell. Their car skidded on wet pavement. ... O...
Residents oppose re-zoning of nearby property
December 20th, 2007
Glynna Martin told city commissioners Thursday a commercial neighbor would compromise her privacy and devalue her property.
Martin, a single mother of four, and a handful of Clovis residents who live...
Dec. 21, 2007 Empty Stocking Fund
December 20th, 2007
Today’s focus: Ms. M
Household members: 2
Children: 1
Special circumstances: “Ms. M” needs help this year because she is a single mother and currently unemployed.
Her holiday hopes: For h...
Dora and Elida both sweep
December 20th, 2007
The Dora Coyotes and Lady Coyotes began their winter break Thursday night with a sweep of the Clovis Christian Eagles. The Dora boys won 71-35, while the girls also won 54-32.
The Coyotes (5-3) took...
County seeks applicants to serve on committees
December 20th, 2007
Curry County is taking applications from residents interested in serving on the County Centennial Committee. The county will be 100 years old in 2009, and committee members will help plan a year-long...
12-21 Marriages and divorces
December 20th, 2007
The following marriage licenses were compiled from court records from Dec. 6 through Wednesday:
• Todd Casey Gilbert, 21, to Jennifer Jenee Johnson, 23, both of Clovis
• Lafayette Dean Charlesto...
12-21 What's Happening
December 20th, 2007
Saturday
Habitat for Humanity celebration and house dedication — 2 p.m., 1621 Cameo St. Information: 359-1344.
Flying J Wranglers musical performance — 7 p.m., Lyceum Theatre. Tickets or infor...
12-21 Holiday Happenings
December 20th, 2007
Today
Christmas Nites at the Zoo — 6:30 -8:30 p.m., Hillcrest Park Zoo. Animal exhibits will be decorated for Christmas and those attending will be able to take photographs with Santa or with repti...
In Tribute: Sister: Woman spent life helping others
December 20th, 2007
There was one thing Virginia Dickenson was always sure of, and she never let her eight siblings forget it.
“She would say she’s the oldest, the prettiest and the smartest,” said her sister, Pat...
Tough times will eventually pass
December 20th, 2007
To me, a good Christmas is about lifting your spirits. A good Christmas is about smiles and sharing and stuff. The presents, the food and all the other Christmasy things are just icing on the cake.
W...
Gifts make for lasting memories
December 20th, 2007
The spirit of Christmas is in giving rather than receiving. I must confess though, that being on the receiving end has made for some memorable Christmas gifts.
Like many parents, Mom and Dad liked to...
Final federal budget better late than never
December 20th, 2007
If your family or business operated this way it would soon be shunned by creditors and suppliers. But the U.S. government operated without a budget for this fiscal year, which began Oct. 1, until now,...
Elida Tigers, Lady Tigers swept the Route 66 Classic Tournament
December 20th, 2007
The Elida Tigers swept the three-day Route 66 Classic Tournament.
Twelve teams competed in Tucumcari at the Snake Pit the annual basketball tournament.
Here are the results of the final day, Dec. 1...
Dec. 20, 1952
December 20th, 2007
Eddie Jackson, a Clovis resident, was reported to be in critical condition after being struck in the head with an ax by a man who was being held in county jail on charges of aggravated assault. ... A...
Texico volleyball coach won't return
December 19th, 2007
TEXICO — Mike Littlejohn, the volleyball coach at Texico High School for 29 years, will not be retained in that position next season.
Littlejohn, who led the Lady Wolverines to a 25-0 record and th...
Border agents should follow golden rule
December 19th, 2007
What would Americans think if Mexican officials routinely fired pepper spray and tear gas into California neighborhoods as a way to root out, say, smugglers who were operating from the U.S. side of th...
Officials consider repair of Hull Street bridge
December 19th, 2007
City officials are looking into a more permanent solution for the Hull Street bridge.
Public Works Committee members discussed Wednesday a plan of action to repair the bridge, which was built in the...
State abstains from funds
December 19th, 2007
ALBUQUERQUE — State Health Secretary Dr. Alfredo Vigil says there has never been a consensus among the experts that abstinence-only sexual education works.
That’s one reason the state has decided...
Dec. 20, 2007 Empty Stocking Fund
December 19th, 2007
Today’s focus: Ms. E
Household members: 4
Children: 3
Special circumstances: “Ms. E” is a single mother who lost her job because she couldn’t find a baby-sitter. She has been unable to fin...
What's Happening
December 19th, 2007
Today
City Commission meeting — 5:15 p.m., Clovis-Carver Library, 701 N. Main St.
Saturday
Habitat for Humanity celebration and house dedication — 2 p.m., 1621 Cameo St. Information: 359-1344.
...
Dec. 20, 2007 Holiday Happenings
December 19th, 2007
Today
Christmas Nites at the Zoo — 6:30 -8:30 p.m., Hillcrest Park Zoo. Animal exhibits will be decorated for Christmas and those attending will be able to take photographs with Santa of reptiles, C...
Education Digest: Texico, Logan schools ranked among best
December 19th, 2007
Texico High School and Logan High School have been recognized as among the best high schools in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, according to a news release.
Sen. Pete Domenici, R-N.M., reco...
Portales hospital designated a trauma center
December 19th, 2007
SANTA FE – Health Secretary Dr. Alfredo Vigil announced Wednesday that the New Mexico Department of Health has designated three hospitals as new trauma centers in the state: Roosevelt General Hospit...
Dec. 20, 2007 Police Blotter
December 19th, 2007
Samplings of recent reports filed by Clovis-area law enforcement officers:
About 11 a.m. Dec. 7 an officer responded to a school in the 1600 block of Sutter Place for a report of a weapon.
An admi...
Year in Review: April 2007
December 19th, 2007
A daily look at top news stories in April reported in the Clovis New Journal:
April 1: Central Curry Soil and Water Conservation District statistics showed the previous month was the rainiest March i...
Dec. 19, 1930
December 19th, 2007
Clovis retail stores announced they would stay open until 9 p.m. to accommodate last-minute Christmas shoppers. ... The Clovis Evening-News Journal reported railroad traffic was heavier than usual bec...
Toilet becoming hot tourist attraction
December 18th, 2007
When I booked my two-week, two-state vacation, I should have been looking forward to seeing my family, my friends and a bunch of famous Florida theme parks. But my biggest excitement came from a restr...
Terrorists gain combat training through Iraq war
December 18th, 2007
The bombings last week in Algiers, at a United Nations compound and the Algerian Supreme Court, have prompted news reports suggesting the group that claimed responsibility, Al-Qaida in the Islamic Mag...
Retailers’ lottery lawsuit dismissed
December 18th, 2007
ALBUQUERQUE — A judge has dismissed a lawsuit by eastern New Mexico retailers against the New Mexico Lottery, and now the lottery is seeking attorneys’ fees for the cost of defending itself agains...
Military Feature: Families moving house amid Christmas bustle
December 18th, 2007
Instead of tinsel and lights, their homes are filled with brown cardboard boxes. And rather than neatly folded, brightly colored wrapping paper, the rustle of packing paper being swathed around fragil...
Dec. 19, 2007 Empty Stocking Fund
December 18th, 2007
Today’s focus: Ms. P
Household members: 4
Children: 3
Special circumstances: “Ms. P” is raising her grandchildren and has no money for Christmas presents.
Her holiday hopes: For her g...
County to pay for slaying suspect’s detention, travel
December 18th, 2007
Clovis County commissioners agreed Tuesday to pay for the detention of Lorenzo Chavez at the state correctional facility in Albuquerque.
Chavez, 56, was indicted late Friday for first-degree murder i...
Special Events Center 30 percent complete
December 18th, 2007
Randy Kamradt told county commissioners at Tuesday’s meeting the Special Events Center is 30 percent complete.
Kamradt represents DavTek, which the county hired to manage construction of the $7 mil...
What's Happening
December 18th, 2007
Today
Public Works meeting — 8:30 a.m., City Hall, Assembly Room, 321 Connelly.
Chamber Board of Directors meeting — 11:30 a.m., Chamber of Commerce, 105 E. Grand.
100th Anniversary Christmas Ope...
Local Roundup: Court officials warn of scam
December 18th, 2007
A recent scam that plays on citizens being called for jury duty has court officials getting the word out.
A caller claims to be a jury coordinator and tells the citizen he or she didn’t report for...
Holiday Happenings
December 18th, 2007
Today
Holiday Open House — 5-8 p.m., Business Enterprise Center, 105 E. Grand St. The final celebration of Clovis’ 100th Anniversary will conclude with an open house hosted by the Centennial Commi...
Year in Review: March 2007
December 18th, 2007
A daily look at top news stories reported in the Clovis New Journal in March:
March 1: City commissioners approved plans for a $1.4 million multi-story fire-training facility to be located on Brady Av...
Year in Review: February 2007
December 18th, 2007
A daily look at top news stories in February reported in the Clovis New Journal:
Feb. 1: Officials said a movie filmed largely in eastern New Mexico would be released in theaters in March. “Believe...
Cats put early perfect mark on line
December 18th, 2007
Portales boys coach Mark Gallegos uses his annual game against Clovis High as a measuring stick for the Rams.
He expects to find out a lot when the teams collide at 7 p.m. today in Portales.
“We...
Dec. 18, 1946
December 18th, 2007
The Clovis News Journal reported that Paul Brown, John Manning and John O. Pritchard announced their intentions to run for City Commission seats. ... Campbell's Dairy and Ice Cream Co. sold cranberry-...
Hounds claim third win
December 17th, 2007
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Junior guard Marquis Ruffin scored a season-best 19 points and Eastern New Mexico University overcame a 10-point, first-half deficit to beat New Mexico Highlands 80-65 Monday night...
Zias rout Highlands to snap losing skid
December 17th, 2007
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Eastern New Mexico University closed out the first half with a 27-6 surge and the Zias went on to end a five-game losing streak with an 81-58 victory over winless New Mexico Highla...
Rash of property damage reported to police
December 17th, 2007
More than 30 reports of damage to lawns, outdoor Christmas decorations and vehicles trickled into Clovis police Saturday and Sunday.
Dispatcher call logs show residents in several different areas of...
Dec. 18, 2007 Empty Stocking Fund
December 17th, 2007
Today’s focus: Ms. G
Household members: 10
Children: 8
Special circumstances: “Ms. G” will not be able to afford presents this year because her income is used towards bills.
Her holid...
Judge dismisses emissions case
December 17th, 2007
LAS CRUCES — A state district judge decided Monday that he would not hear a lawsuit over the state Environmental Improvement Board’s recent adoption of more stringent emission standards for new ve...
Forecasting weather not exactly science
December 17th, 2007
Thank goodness the snow finally arrived in New Mexico and the Colorado mountains. It was only a matter of time before the lack of snow was blamed on global warming.
It seems every natural anomaly now...
Senate OKs $286 billion farm bill
December 17th, 2007
The long and winding road to a new farm bill got a leg up Friday as the Senate passed its own $286 billion version.
The bill, passed on a 79-14 vote, expands subsidies for wheat, barley, oats, soybea...
Events Center update to be given
December 17th, 2007
DavTek vice president Randy Kamradt is scheduled to update county commissioners today on the progress of the special events center.
The county hired DavTek to manage the construction of the facility....
Local Roundup: Train strikes flatbed trailer
December 17th, 2007
An eastbound train struck a flatbed trailer at the intersection of U.S. 84 and the New Mexico/Texas state line Friday night, police said.
Emily Patterson of the Farwell Police Department said the acci...
Dec. 18, 2007 Police Blotter
December 17th, 2007
Samplings of recent reports filed by Clovis-area law enforcement officers:
About noon Dec. 5 an officer responded to a store in the 1900 block of Prince Street for a report of shoplifting.
A store...
What's Happening
December 17th, 2007
Today
Clovis Pride Board meeting — 7 a.m., 500 Sycamore St.
Curry County Commission meeting — 9 a.m. Courthouse.
Pet night with Santa — 4 to 8 p.m., North Plains Mall, 2809 N. Prince St. Sponso...
Business Digest: PrimeSource Mortgage branch back in Clovis
December 17th, 2007
Rebecca Reid-Carlyle is the owner and operator of the new PrimeSource Mortgage branch office in Clovis, according to a news release.
PrimeSource was in Clovis for nearly 10 years, before closing for s...
Dec. 18, 2007 Holiday Happenings
December 17th, 2007
Today
Free Gift Wrapping — 10 a.m. -1 p.m. and 4 -8 p.m., North Plains Mall. The Matt 25 Hope Center will be offering free gift wrap services at the police sub-station in the mall. All other days, c...
Fairgrounds manager: ‘Time to do something else’
December 17th, 2007
Curry County Fairgrounds Manager Justus Anderson said Monday he’s resigned because he wanted to work under contract instead of as an employee.
Anderson, the fairgrounds manager for 14 months, gave...
Dec. 17, 1978
December 17th, 2007
A longtime Texico city clerk was indicted on 38 counts of embezzlement, failure to deposit public money and tampering with public records. ... Hang Ten brand clothing was sold at Pearlene’s, 308 1/2...
ENMU basketball capsules
December 16th, 2007
Men
ENMU (2-7) at New Mexico Highlands (0-10), 7:30 p.m. Monday, in Las Vegas, N.M.
Radio: KSEL-FM 95.3.
On the Net: www.enmusports.com
Notes: The Greyhounds beat Highlands 86-67 on Nov. 20 at Greyho...
Cats roll past Artesia to take tourney title
December 16th, 2007
ARTESIA — To this point, it doesn’t look like their lack of practice has hurt the Clovis High Wildcats.
Clovis, only a week away from playing for the Class 5A state football championship, is alre...
CHS swimmers take third place at West Mesa
December 16th, 2007
ALBUQUERQUE — It’s nice for a swimming coach to know his team’s got members that can contend for top honors in at least a couple of races. Clovis High coach Vincent Demaio has that in seniors Mi...
Baseball ’roids report may demoralize unfairly
December 16th, 2007
The release of a report by former Democratic Sen. George Mitchell on the use in Major League Baseball of anabolic steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs certainly received plenty of attention....
Lost dream of cowboy yodeling found
December 16th, 2007
If I could yodel I’d buy a horse and guitar and follow Roy Rogers into the sunset.
I’ve tried it in the shower but my wife says it sounds like I’m strangling cats.
I’m pretty good on yippy-...
GOP shamed by false border converts
December 16th, 2007
Every Democrat running for president thinks anti-illegal immigration activists are all racists and xenophobes. Do we really need a Republican nominee for president who thinks the same way?
Breakout G...
Year in review: January 2007
December 16th, 2007
A daily look at top news stories in January reported in the Clovis New Journal:
Jan. 1: A cigarette tax hike — from 41 cents to $1.41 per pack — went into effect in Texas. New Mexico’s rate sta...
November obituaries
December 16th, 2007
The following people with area connections died in November, according to obituaries submitted to the newspaper:
Allison, Ralph, 75, of Portales, Nov. 21, 2007
Anderson, D'Esta McGuire, 85, of Casper,...
Dec. 16, 1957
December 16th, 2007
An 18-year-old Clovis boy suffered minor injuries when the car he was driving crashed through a backstop at the baseball diamond at Main and Yucca streets. ... Members of the Clovis First Presbyterian...
ENMU honors 209 graduates
December 15th, 2007
Commencement speaker Janeice Scarbrough likened Eastern New Mexico University’s fall commencement to a play with a wide variety of characters.
“The stars of our show are the graduates themselves,...
12-16-07 What's happening
December 15th, 2007
Monday
Chamber Executive Committee meeting — 11:30 a.m., Chamber of Commerce, 105 E. Grand.
New Mexico First Town Hall meeting — 1-3 p.m., Portales Memorial Building, 200 E. 7th St. Information:...
Military lifestyle foreign to many
December 15th, 2007
It’s almost impossible not to think about the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan during the holidays. As military families, we may have loved ones away, and the holidays can be a particularly trying time....
Grocery business runs in family’s blood
December 15th, 2007
As told to Don McAlavy by Steven Brian of Colorado:
“I read your column ‘Clovis man spent majority of life in grocery business’ with great pleasure. I am one of the proud graduates of ‘Hubby...
Dec. 16, 2007 Senior Happenings
December 15th, 2007
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Monday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., daily activities including pool, crafts, ceramics, sewing, quilting, dominos, puzzles, card games, computer access, blood pressure chec...
Dec. 16, 2007 Engagments
December 15th, 2007
Dela Rosa/Dunn
Felix and Norma Dela Rosa of Lubbock announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Linda Dela Rosa of Lubbock, to William H. Dunn of San Antonio, Texas.
He is the...
Dec. 16, 2007 Library Books
December 15th, 2007
The following books are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
The Michelle Wie Way: Inside Michelle Wie’s Power Swing Technique by John Andrisani was given by Pat and Jane Miner in memory...
Dec. 16, 2007 Club Notes
December 15th, 2007
The Claud Rainy Day Extension Club
The Claud Rainy Day Extension Club met Dec. 5 with Joy Pattison as hostess.
President Aloha Starbuck, Vice-president Betty Mobley, Secretary-treasurer Judy Gambill,...
Favorite ornaments say a lot about you
December 15th, 2007
The story begins at Holland's Christmas Shop and Nursery, in Lubbock. I was debating whether to buy the Lenox “Dorothy” ornament as an early Christmas present for my wife,who loves The Wizard of O...
Dec. 16, 2007 School Menus
December 15th, 2007
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Pancake sausage pancake on a stick, juice and milk. Lunch — Corn dog, baked French fries, mini carrots with dip, apple juice, oatmeal cookie and milk.
Tuesda...
Dec. 16, 2007 Calendar
December 15th, 2007
Activities
Baxter-Curren Senior Center Bingo — 1 p.m. Thursdays, 908 Hickory. Information: 769-7908.
Baxter-Curren Jam Session — 6:30 p.m., first and third Tuesdays, 908 Hickory. Music instrument...
Dec. 16, 2007 Wedding
December 15th, 2007
Jones/DeGroot
Kristine E. Jones of Clovis and Samuel J. DeGroot of Clovis were joined in marriage Oct. 27, 2007, at Bishop’s Lodge Resort and Spa in Santa Fe.
The Rev. Scott Cory performed the doub...
Suspect indicted in 9-year-old homicide
December 15th, 2007
A Clovis man has been charged in a nine-year-old murder case, District Attorney Matt Chandler said.
Lorenzo Chavez, 56, was indicted late Friday for first-degree murder in connection with the 1998 sho...
Meteorologist: Snow not here to stay
December 15th, 2007
A mingling of two weather systems over eastern New Mexico brought about two to three inches of snow to Curry County Friday night and Saturday morning, according to AccuWeather meteorologist Andrew Ul...
12-15-07 Empty Stocking Fund
December 15th, 2007
Today’s focus: Ms. B
Household members: 2
Children: 1
Special circumstances: “Ms. B’s” income is barely enough to cover necessities.
Her holiday hopes: For her child to have a good Christm...
Community officials present capital outlay requests
December 15th, 2007
City, county and other community organization representatives presented state legislators with a $20 million capital outlay wish list Friday at the Legislative Breakfast.
About 100 people attended...
ENMU Board of Regents names new officers
December 15th, 2007
The Eastern New Mexico University Board of Regents named new officers at its regular meeting Friday morning.
Outgoing board President Jay Gurley officially handed the gavel to his successor, Alva Ca...
Defense bill sets aside $9 million for Cannon
December 15th, 2007
WASHINGTON — The Senate on Friday passed a defense policy bill that would offer more help to troops returning from combat and set conditions on contractors and pricey weapons programs.
The bill wil...
Senate passes $286 billion farm bill
December 15th, 2007
WASHINGTON — The Senate on Friday approved a $286 billion farm bill with an election-year expansion of subsidies for growers and food stamps for the poor.
The bill, passed on a 79-14 vote, expands...
Chad Roanhaus offered NMHU post
December 15th, 2007
Former Clovis High standout Chad Roanhaus was offered the job as head football coach at New Mexico Highlands University on Thursday, according to the school’s sports information director.
Highlands...
Cats beat Lincoln to reach tourney finals
December 15th, 2007
ARTESIA — Clovis High’s boys fell behind early Friday — big — but they didn’t let it get to them.
The Wildcats mounted a 9-0 run late in the half to cut into what had been a 16-point defici...
Lady Rams rebound in Rio Rancho
December 15th, 2007
RIO RANCHO — Portales spotted Del Norte the first five points of their contest on Friday afternoon before roaring back for a 54-31 victory in a consolation semifinal game in eighth annual Mel Otero...
Rams record first win of season
December 15th, 2007
MULESHOE — The Portales Rams got their first win of the young season Friday night at Muleshoe 51-41.
Rams coach Mark Gallegos said his Rams got off to another disappointing start offensively, but t...
Dec. 15, 1913
December 15th, 2007
The Alfalfa Lumber Company installed an 18-foot Farebanks scale for weighing farm wagons. ... The concrete work on the new Santa Fe Hospital in Clovis was finished and the brick work was being rushed...
Dec. 15, 2007 Holiday Happenings
December 14th, 2007
Today
Legacy Life Church food donations — 10:30 a.m. Church members will be traveling from Thornton to Mitchell streets, handing out food. Information: 769-2461.
Christmas Toy Party — 10 a.m. -2...
Cats reach title game
December 14th, 2007
ARTESIA — Clovis High’s boys fell behind early Friday — big — but they didn’t let it get to them.
The Wildcats mounted a 9-0 run late in the half to cut into what had been a 16-point defici...
One night in Bethlehem changed the world
December 14th, 2007
I will always remember the Flat Creek Baptist Church Christmas play many years ago.
It really was a simple program, with several of the children who lived in that rural area. We were to tell the Chri...
a view from under the pew
December 14th, 2007
Editor’s note: Amos is a church mouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can’t operate the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation marks — except dashes and hyphens.
bu...
Religion Digest: Pastor honored for doctorate
December 14th, 2007
Pastor Brad Mahan, of Grace Fellowship Church in Clovis, will be honored at 1 p.m. Sunday at the church.
Mahan received a Doctor of Ministry degree Sept. 7 from Christian Life School of Theology in Ge...
Why are some folks afraid of joy?
December 14th, 2007
It has taken me a long time to figure this out because it is so hard to believe, and I really didn’t want to come to this conclusion. But I’m afraid it is true: Some folks are scared of joy.
I gu...
County reviewing financial records
December 14th, 2007
Curry County officials are reviewing financial records and have notified state police they may be missing funds.
State Police Sgt. E.J. Fouratt said the agency is waiting for county officials to comp...
Weather advisory issued for county
December 14th, 2007
The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a winter weather advisory for Curry County.
According to the news release, the advisory is in effect from 6 p.m. today to 6 a.m. Saturday.
Gusty...
County may be missing funds
December 14th, 2007
Curry County officials are reviewing financial records and have notified state police they may be missing funds.
State Police Sgt. E.J. Fouratt said the agency is waiting for county officials to compl...
Lady Cats subdue Aztec in tourney
December 14th, 2007
RIO RANCHO —Clovis harassed Aztec into multiple early turnovers and converted the opportunities into the game’s first 10 points.
Eventually, Clovis would move out to a 24-point lead late in the t...
Cats cruise into semifinals
December 14th, 2007
ARTESIA — Senior guard Bryce Hill scored 27 points Thursday as Clovis High’s boys cruised past El Paso Burges 67-48 in the first round of the City of Champions Classic.
The Wildcats (2-0) advance...
Dec. 14, 1920
December 14th, 2007
The Clovis Supply Company, a wholesale produce house, announced it would be opening at the corner of Grand and Mitchell Streets. ... City Chief Moye announced that many hobos had been passing through...
Local 1A teams compete in tournaments
December 13th, 2007
Elida sweeps Clovis teams
The Elida Tigers and Lady Tigers began Tucumcari’s Route 66 Classic Thursday with big wins over low-level Clovis teams.
The Tigers (7-0) opened their tournament with a 74-5...
Dec. 14, 2007 Empty Stocking
December 13th, 2007
Today’s focus: Ms. A
Household members: 7
Children: 5
Special circumstances: “Ms. A” has fallen behind on her bills because she has had to take out loans to help her sick mother-in-law i...
Clovis police patrolling mall
December 13th, 2007
Clovis police are spending more time at the North Plains Mall in response to concerns and complaints about disruptive teens, according to Capt. Patrick Whitney
In recent weeks, Whitney said the polic...
Public hearing on subdivision planned
December 13th, 2007
A proposed subdivision north of the city is ready for a public hearing, according to county officials.
The Curry County Land Use Committee has approved the Strebeck Ranches-owned Mariposa Subdivision...
Dec. 14, 2007 Public Record
December 13th, 2007
The following marriage licenses were compiled from court records from Dec. 6 through Wednesday:
Todd Casey Gilbert, 21, to Jennifer Jenee Johnson, 23, both of Clovis
Juan Jose Hernandez, 18, to Maribe...
What's Happening
December 13th, 2007
Today
Chamber Legislative breakfast — 7 a.m., Business Enterprise Center, 105 E. Grand St.
Region VI Housing Board of Commissioners meeting — 9 a.m., 600 Mitchell St. Information: 935-4444
Time...
Portales hosting development forum
December 13th, 2007
Portales will play host to one of five regional forums on rural economic development from 1-3 p.m. Monday at the Memorial Building in Portales.
The forum is sponsored by New Mexico First, a nonprofit...
Dec. 14, 2007 Holiday Happenings
December 13th, 2007
Today
Living Nativity — 7 p.m. and 8 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1501 Sycamore St. Church members will host a living nativity pageant and the church’s Chancel Choir will also perform. Ref...
Change hits home during visit to past
December 13th, 2007
Where’d my hometown go? I thought about this as I looked around the city I lived in as a kid.
As I drove around my hometown of Roanoke, Va., last month I noticed a lot of stuff was gone, a lot of...
Traditions add more reason to season
December 13th, 2007
I get carried away with Christmas spirit. My daughter Laura rolls her eyes, calls me a Christmas freak and blushes in embarrassment when I pull up to her work with waving Santas on my car.
Yes, I lik...
Hillary takes pork barrel politics
December 13th, 2007
It’s no secret that Hillary Clinton favors a Nanny State approach to what ails us. Indeed, she seems to prefer it even for what doesn’t ail us.
Sen. Clinton has promised $5,000 handouts to all ne...
Dec. 13, 1943
December 13th, 2007
Mrs. Grace Rucker, an employee with the J.C. Penney Co., won the weekly “Most Courteous Clerk” title in a weekly contest sponsored by the Clovis News Journal. ... According to the American Fat Sal...
It's tourney time for local hoops teams
December 12th, 2007
Area high school basketball teams will rack up the miles over the weekend as six Roosevelt County teams travel to tournaments around the state and most coaches expect to have many questions about thei...
Prep capsules
December 12th, 2007
Today
Boys
El Paso Burges vs. Clovis, 1 p.m.
City of Champions Classic, Artesia
Notes: The Wildcats (1-0) have been a regular in the eight-team City of Champions Classic, winning the title last year a...
Ben’s Bar-B-Q closes
December 12th, 2007
Aside from a big “Closed” sign taped to the door, Ben’s Bar-B-Q on Prince Street still looks open.
Chairs and tables still populate the floor and a menu above the counter spells out items the...
Dec. 13, 2007 Empty Stocking
December 12th, 2007
Today’s focus: Ms. T
Household members: 7
Children: 3
Special circumstances: “Ms. T” needs help this year because her husband has been unable work after being hurt. The family is left wi...
Local Roundup: Cannon clinic closed for holidays
December 12th, 2007
The Cannon Air Force Base clinic and pharmacy will be closed on Dec. 24, Dec. 25, Dec. 31 and Jan. 1. Questions regarding the closure can be directed to the 27th Special Operations Public Affairs Offi...
What's Happening
December 12th, 2007
Today
Rural Bookmobile — Noon to 4 p.m., Melrose Senior Citizen’s Center.
Christmas Program — 6 p.m., Barry Elementary School Gym, 3401 Thornton St.
CHS and Freshman Campus Christmas Choir Con...
Dec. 13, 2007 Police Blotter
December 12th, 2007
Samplings of recent reports filed by Clovis-area law enforcement officers:
About 4 a.m. Dec. 4 an officer responded to a home in the 100 block of Hinkle Street for a man with a knife.
A woman said...
Dec. 13, 2007 Education Digest
December 12th, 2007
Theater students headed to festival
The Clovis Community College production of “Buried Child” will play in a February college theater festival in Huntsville, Texas.
The 14-member cast directed b...
Reporter's Notebook: Winner donating convertible
December 12th, 2007
One lucky man will use his good fortune to help others.
Brent Armstrong of Broadview won a 1989 Mustang convertible in a raffle sponsored by the Desert Cruzers Car Club at their 11th annual Run to Hi...
Airwave auction might actually benefit consumers
December 12th, 2007
An auction early next year of part of the wireless spectrum could well represent a great benefit to consumers, and actually precipitate a new wave of innovation in Internet technology and use.
We wou...
Best Bet on TV - Dec. 12, 2007
December 12th, 2007
Is this the end for Monk? The flaky detective must search a sewer to solve a crime.
What time: 7 p.m. MDT
What station: KOB-TV (Channel 14 in Clovis, cable only)
TV rating: E for everyone
...
Question of the Day - Oct. 1, 2007
December 12th, 2007
A suburban Cincinnati grocery store recently won an online “best restroom” contest. Who has the best restrooms around here?...
Dec. 12, 1974
December 12th, 2007
“Children and matches” was the fire department’s tentative ruling as the cause of a fire that occurred in a storage shed in the 1400 block of South Prince Street. ... The State Highway Departmen...
Elida splits with Texico
December 11th, 2007
ELIDA — The Elida Tigers ran their season record to 6-0 with a big win over highly-ranked Texico, 73-50, Tuesday.
It’s a huge win,” Elida coach Darrell Chenault said. “Texico is one of the pr...
Lady Rams fall at Hobbs
December 11th, 2007
HOBBS — The Portales Lady Rams lost at Hobbs Tuesday night 38-30.
Lady Ram junior Tara Johnson led the Portales attack with 12 points. Portales head coach Clay Stout was pleased with his girls’ p...
Roswell routs Rams
December 11th, 2007
The Roswell Coyotes ruined the Portales Ram basketball season opener Tuesday night at Portales High School 73-47.
“That’s the worst defensive effort that a Portales team has played since I’ve b...
Students ‘bound’ to get degree
December 11th, 2007
Yuridia Leyva told the Clovis Municipal Schools Board of Education Tuesday that she has done something her family has discouraged her from doing — taking the SAT and ACT.
Leyva, a Clovis High Schoo...
Letters to the Editor: Fans, players represented Clovis well
December 11th, 2007
Editor’s note: The following letters are referencing Friday’s state-championship football game in which Mayfield defeated Clovis, 49-48, at Leon Williams Stadium.
Friday night was amazing; for...
Forcing farmers to promote dairy goes too far
December 11th, 2007
As congressional fights go, this one isn’t on the scale of the annual budget battle that rages for months. But it is important because it shows how far Congress and the rest of the federal governmen...
Rate cut should spur growth
December 11th, 2007
WASHINGTON — The Federal Reserve dropped its most important interest rate to a nearly two-year low on Tuesday and left the door open to additional cuts to prevent a housing and credit meltdown from...
Dec. 12, 2007 Empty Stocking Fund
December 11th, 2007
Today’s focus: “Ms. B”
Household members: 4
Children: 3
Special circumstances: “Ms. B” is a single mother. She is struggling financially because she just found a job and a place to live...
Dec. 12, 2007 Military Digest
December 11th, 2007
Gomez
Army Pvt. Gonzalo Gomez has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.
Gomez is the son of Maria Gomez of Clovis.
Hyre
Navy seaman recruit Jeffrey W. Hyre, son of Patr...
What's Happening
December 11th, 2007
Today
Planning and Zoning Committee meeting — 3 p.m., Bert Cabiness City Government Center, 321 Connelly.
Thursday
Rural Bookmobile — Noon to 4 p.m., Melrose Senior Citizen’s Center.
Christmas...
Anniversary group sealing time capsule
December 11th, 2007
CNJ staffMembers of the City of Clovis 100th anniversary committee will seal a time capsule at 2 p.m. Friday at the Clovis-Carver Public Library. The time capsule will stay closed for 50 years.
Mayor...
Dec. 11, 1939
December 11th, 2007
Police Magistrate R.E. Rowells fined three men $15 and 10 days in jail each after they pleaded guilty to charges of drunkenness. ... Superintendent James M. Bickley encouraged all organizations to use...
Lady Cats swimmers post third team win
December 10th, 2007
SEMINOLE, Texas — The Clovis High girls swim team won for the third time in three outings this fall, capturing team honors in the Seminole Invite on Saturday.
The Lady Wildcats finished with 107 po...
Dec. 11, 2007 Empty Stocking Fund
December 10th, 2007
Today’s focus: “Ms. R”
Household members: 4
Children: 2
Special circumstances: “Ms. R’s” spouse died this year and she is having a hard time making ends meet. Her sister and niece als...
Senate committee perpetuates global warming scare
December 10th, 2007
To protect us from unlikely harm, Congress is rushing toward a trillion dollar disaster that will empower government and enrich a few.
A bill to impose potentially economy-crippling restrictions on...
Tenants get ready to move into park
December 10th, 2007
The Clovis Industrial Park could have its first tenant operating by next month, according to Clovis Industrial Development Corp. Executive Director Chase Gentry.
Gentry said the Blue Sun-owned Clovis...
Holidays handy time to build up business relationships
December 10th, 2007
As we swing full force into the holiday season with Christmas parties, Hanukkah ceremonies and Kwanza celebrations, one will find themselves meeting new people and refreshing old acquaintances.
This...
12-11-07 Business digest
December 10th, 2007
Area rancher honored at Albuquerque gathering
Curry County farmer and rancher Pat Woods was honored at the 90th annual meeting of the New Mexico Farm and Livestock Bureau last month in Albuquerque.
W...
12-11-07 It's their business
December 10th, 2007
Name: Leslie Candy Co.
What they do: Manufacture and distribute candy in 16 states as well as operate a small candy store in Clovis.
Who’s in charge: Greg Southard
Employees: 14
How long in busi...
12-11-07 Business licenses
December 10th, 2007
The following business licenses were obtained from the city of Clovis in the month of November:
• J.G. Technologies Inc.
Type: General Contractor
Owner: Bert Gearhart
Location: P.O. Box 1480, Tijer...
Accused child molester held on $2 million bond
December 10th, 2007
A 47-year-old Clovis man charged with 143 counts of child molestation is being held on a $2 million bond, court records show.
Larry Hatcher was arrested Wednesday and is being held at the Curry Count...
Jury finds man guilty of armed robbery, assault
December 10th, 2007
Curry County jury found a 22-year-old Clovis man guilty of armed robbery Friday, according to the District Attorney’s office.
Frank Lasky was convicted of armed robbery, attempted armed robbery, ag...
Dec. 11, 2007 Police Blotter
December 10th, 2007
Samplings of recent reports filed by Clovis-area law enforcement officers:
About 1 a.m. Nov. 30 an officer on patrol in the area of east 21st Street saw a vehicle go through an intersection without...
What's Happening
December 10th, 2007
Today
Cultural and Ethnic Fairs Committee meeting — Noon, Clovis Community College.
Traffic Committee meeting — 1 p.m., Clovis Police Department, 217 W. 4th St.
Railroad Committee meeting — 1...
Dual credit classes meeting canceled
December 10th, 2007
A meeting on dual credit classes for parents of Clovis High junior class students scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Clovis High School Lecture Hall has been canceled due to the weather, according...
Snow, ice expected to skip Clovis area
December 10th, 2007
OKLAHOMA CITY — A wintry storm caked the center of the nation with a thick layer of ice Monday, blacking out more than 600,000 homes and businesses, and more icy weather was on the way. At least 15...
Dec. 10, 1956
December 10th, 2007
Ted Waldhauser announced he would be a candidate for re-election to the City Commission. ... Clovis dog catcher Aaron Judd caught a goat near Main Street and was looking for its owners to claim it. .....
Zias set 3-point record in loss
December 9th, 2007
EDMOND, Okla. — The Eastern New Mexico University women’s basketball team was hot on Saturday. The Zias just couldn’t keep Central Oklahoma out of the paint.
ENMU erased a 14-point deficit to t...
Hounds fall in final seconds
December 9th, 2007
EDMOND, Okla. — After battling back from an early 22-point deficit, the last eight seconds were a little too long Saturday for the Eastern New Mexico University men’s basketball team.
The Greyhou...
Cats ready for quick transition
December 9th, 2007
After a back-and-forth state championship game like Friday’s double-overtime thriller against Mayfield, it’s understandable if the Clovis Wildcats need a little bit of recovery time and practice b...
Dec. 9, 1919
December 9th, 2007
With the announcement of the settlement of a coal strike, Clovis’ City Council announced restrictions on electricity would soon be lifted. ... The Farwell Inn in Farwell was destroyed by fire. ... B...
Clovis claws Lady Rams
December 8th, 2007
Clovis’ Antiesha Brown scored 8 of her team-high 13 points in the fourth period, as the Lady Wildcats pulled away from Portales in the final quarter Saturday night at Clovis’ Rock Staubus gymnasiu...
Columnist supports daughter’s choice
December 8th, 2007
This past weekend I attended my oldest daughter’s first cheerleading competition. Actually, it was also my first cheerleading competition.
I arrived at this event with mixed feelings. Cheerleading...
Kilmer has given much to community
December 8th, 2007
Harold Kilmer is well known in Clovis, not only for the music he makes in several bands with his fiddle, but also for the history and genealogy work he has taken on, plus his work to establish the onl...
Customs not way to generate revenue
December 8th, 2007
For many years, the Augsburg Publishing House published a large, colorful Christmas annual book. Although geared to use in churches and worship communities, this beautiful piece of literature, profuse...
12-9 Anniversaries
December 8th, 2007
Ampey
Clarence and Ruth Ampey of Clovis will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary from 3-6 p.m. Dec. 15, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
The celebration will be hosted by the...
12-9 Club notes
December 8th, 2007
PRMC Auxiliary
The Plains Regional Medical Center auxiliary held their annual pot luck Nov. 27 at the Baxter-Curran Senior Center with 53 members present.
The meeting was called to order by Presiden...
12-9 Library books
December 8th, 2007
The following books are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library:
How to Feed a Teenage Boy: Recipes and Strategies by Georgia Orcutt presents more than 150 recipes for simple, satisfying fare t...
12-9 Senior Happenings
December 8th, 2007
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Monday: 9 a.m. -4 p.m., daily activities including pool, crafts, ceramics, sewing, quilting, dominos, puzzles, card games, computer access, blood pressure check...
12-9 School Menus
December 8th, 2007
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Sausage pancake on a stick, juice and milk. Lunch — Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes and gravy, pineapple chunks, homemade whole wheat roll and milk.
Tue...
12-9-07 Empty Stocking Fund
December 8th, 2007
Today’s focus: “Ms. E”
Household members: 9
Children: 4
Special circumstances: “Ms. E” has her daughter, sons and grandchildren living with her. She needs help buying Christmas presents...
What's Happening
December 8th, 2007
Tuesday
Cultural and Ethnic Fairs Committee meeting — Noon., Clovis Community College.
Traffic Committee meeting — 1 p.m., Clovis Police Department, 217 W. 4th St.
Railroad Committee meeting —...
Minimum wage law affects city’s overtime pay
December 8th, 2007
An element of the new state minimum wage law could cost local governments tens of thousands of dollars in overtime pay and is drawing opposition from city officials across the state.
The new law, eff...
ENMU basketball capsules
December 8th, 2007
Men
ENMU (2-6) at Central Oklahoma (7-2), 3 p.m. (MST) today at Edmund, Okla.
Radio: KSEL-FM 95.3.
On the Net: www.enmusports.com
Notes: The Bronchos are ranked 17th in NCAA Division II. Their only...
Texico, Friona teams advance to Farwell finals
December 8th, 2007
FARWELL — Texico and Friona will play for the championships tonight in both boys and girls competition of the Security State Bank Invitational basketball tournament, hosted by Farwell High School.
...
Watters, Stout set to renew friendly rivalry
December 8th, 2007
It’s been a while since Miles Watters and Clay Stout have coached against each other on a basketball court.
Watters was the boys coach at Sudan and Stout the boys coach at Spade when the teams were...
Dec. 8, 1970
December 8th, 2007
Clovis Postmaster Charles S. Stanfield urged immediate mailing of all Christmas cards in the event of a national railroad strike. ... The Clovis Wildcats played the Canyon Eagles that evening in the o...
12-8-07 Empty stocking fund
December 7th, 2007
Today’s focus: “Ms. L”
Household members: 5
Children: 2
Special circumstances: “Ms. L’s” bills amount to too much to provide a good Christmas for her children.
Her holiday hopes: Fo...
Northeastern State posts win over Zias
December 7th, 2007
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — Junior guard Lindsey Sams went 6-for-8 from the field and scored 19 points, leading four Northeastern State starters in double figures as the RiverHawks posted a 77-67 victory ove...
Hounds drop OT decision to RiverHawks
December 7th, 2007
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — Junior guard Ricky Branham hit a go-ahead 3-pointer early in overtime and Northeastern State pulled away for a 77-68 Lone Star Conference men’s crossover victory over Eastern Ne...
Texico earns honors in volleyball
December 7th, 2007
Texico senior setter Bryn Mayfield was named player of the year and coach Mike Littlejohn coach of the year on the New Mexico High School Coaches Association Class 2A all-state squad.
The Lady Wolver...
Dec. 7, 1949
December 7th, 2007
A proposal to stage the Curry County Fair at the Clovis Air Terminal was under consideration by the county commissioners following a meeting with D.J. McIsaac, terminal manager. ... More than 120 peop...
Dora boys, girls split at Clayton tourney
December 6th, 2007
The Dora boys and girls had mixed results Thursday in the first round of the annual Orange and Black tournament in Clayton. The Coyotes (2-0) beat Des Moines 75-63, while the girls (3-3) fell to Roy 6...
Dec. 7 Empty stocking fund
December 6th, 2007
Today’s focus: “Mr. P”
Household members: 4
Children: 1
Special circumstances: “Mr. P” is a
single father who was just awarded custody of his child.
His holiday hopes: For his child to ha...
Funds requested to detox old hotel
December 6th, 2007
Whether the city decides to develop or demolish Hotel Clovis, they will have to detoxify the building first, according to Clovis MainStreet representatives.
Clovis MainStreet Executive Director Robyn...
12-7-07 Police blotter
December 6th, 2007
Samplings of recent reports filed by Clovis-area law enforcement officers:
About 11:30 Nov. 28 an officer responded to a school in the 1400 block of Cameo Street for a report of drug paraphernalia....
What's happening
December 6th, 2007
Today
Beacon of Light grand opening — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1200 Thornton St. Information: 763-9510.
City Commission meeting — 5:15 p.m., Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main.
Pet Night with...
Christmas light parade Saturday
December 6th, 2007
The 11th annual Christmas Light Parade will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday.
The parade, which is sponsored by Clovis MainStreet, will begin at 14th and Main streets and continue south until it ends at G...
Quay woman sentenced in child drowning case
December 6th, 2007
TUCUMCARI — A Tucumcari woman convicted of giving alcohol to a 12-year-old boy who drowned a few hours later has been sentenced to five years probation.
Crystal Cochran, during Thursday's sentencin...
Being Clovis resident has its perks
December 6th, 2007
I have recently returned from spending a few days visiting The Lady of the House’s family in her hometown of Fort Walton Beach, Fla.
I’ve heard there are some Air Force folks who are a bit anxiou...
’89 Ford just part of lifelong journey
December 6th, 2007
Mom called to tell me recently that Dad found an old set of my car keys.
Judging by her description, they didn’t sound familiar. She handed them to me a few days later, though, and memories reawake...
Iran report sign officials will hold back on attack
December 6th, 2007
An obvious question arises in the wake of a new National Intelligence Estimate on Iran’s nuclear program. The report judges “with high confidence that in fall 2003, Tehran halted its nuclear weapo...
Religion Digest: Sacred Heart holding dinner
December 6th, 2007
Parish members of the Sacred Heart Community Church will be hosting a Christmas dinner from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday at the church’s gym, 911 Merriwether Street.
The dinner is organized to feed those w...
a view from under the pew
December 6th, 2007
Editor’s note: Amos is a church mouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can’t operate the capital shift keys, and he shuns punctuation marks — except hyphens and dashes.
...
God asks of us only what we can give
December 6th, 2007
God does not expect us to give to him what we do not have. But he does expect us to give to him what we do have.
These thoughts came to me last week from an unlikely source. I had purchased Christmas...
Why does God attend worship?
December 6th, 2007
Several years ago I took some of our family 70 miles down the road looking for a little dose of culture. We went to hear the symphony, and with them, the man who’s arguably the best classical guita...
Christmas tree shopping not what it once was
December 6th, 2007
Well, I get to go look for a Christmas tree this evening. I’m not looking forward to the looking.
My wife has been making noises about this trip for several days. She’s giving me time to come to...
Dec. 6, 1924
December 6th, 2007
At a meeting of superintendents and principals of high schools in the county, resolutions were adopted for formulating a schedule for basketball. ... Various organizations in Clovis were assisting in...
ENMU basketball capsules
December 5th, 2007
Men
ENMU (2-5) at Northeastern State (4-4), 7 p.m. today, in a Lone Star Conference crossover game at Tahlequah, Okla.
Radio: KSEL-FM 95.3.
On the Net: www.enmusports.com
Notes: ENMU is looking to...
What's Happening
December 5th, 2007
Today
Beacon of Light grand opening — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., 1200 Thornton St. Information: 763-9510.
City Commission meeting — 5:15 p.m., Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N. Main.
Pet Night with...
Jury convicts man of armed robbery
December 5th, 2007
A 19-year-old Clovis man faces up to 35 years in prison for armed robbery after a Curry County jury convicted him Wednesday, according to the district attorney’s office.
Anthony Wallace was convict...
Army recruiting standards drop to meet goals
December 5th, 2007
The United States Army is proud it has met its goals in the first month of its five-year recruiting plan. But the remaining 59-month effort to find 65,000 new soldiers might not be going as well as Ar...
Dec. 6, 2007 Empty Stocking Fund
December 5th, 2007
Today’s focus: “Ms. M”
Household members: 6
Children: 5
Special circumstances: “Ms. M” is unable to work because she is going to have open heart surgery. She is unable to pay her basic...
Ground water may be metered
December 5th, 2007
TEXICO —All of southeastern New Mexico will soon fall under a critical management area that could impose metering on ground water, according to State Engineer John D’Antonio.
D’Antonio spoke We...
Roosevelt man accused in jail stabbing
December 5th, 2007
A Roosevelt County farmer incarcerated at the Dona Ana County Jail is accused of stabbing a detention officer Tuesday.
Authorities are investigating the attack that prompted a three-hour lockdown at...
Dec. 5, 1979
December 5th, 2007
Gen. Lew Allen Jr., Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, arrived at Cannon Air Force Base for a one-day visit. ... A 9th judicial court found a Clovis man, James L. Steele, guilty of vehicular homici...
Dora sweeps San Jon; Floyd splits with Tatum
December 4th, 2007
The Dora boys and girls swept visiting San Jon Tuesday night at Dora, with both teams earning convincing victories.
The Coyotes opened their season at home Tuesday night with a dominating performance...
Future of juvenile detention center clouded
December 4th, 2007
Curry County could lose its juvenile detention center if it does not add more detention officers, according to jail officials.
Newly hired County Manager Lance Pyle said the county did not meet staff...
Meetings Watch: Curry County Commission
December 4th, 2007
In other business at Tuesday’s Curry County Commission meeting:
—The county will find out exactly how much it will pay for a Special Events Center already under construction.
County Manager Lanc...
Dec. 5, 2007 Empty Stocking Fund
December 4th, 2007
Today’s focus: “Ms. S”
Household members: 2
Children: 1
Special circumstances: “Ms. S” recently lost her job when the business was shut down. She has been unable to find a new job. She...
What's Happening
December 4th, 2007
Today
Goodwill celebration — 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., 2005 N. Prince St. Celebration will include food, music and prizes. Information: 762-7995.
Udall staff visit — 3-5 p.m., Clovis-Carver Library, 701...
Dec. 5, 2007 Military Digest
December 4th, 2007
Mann
Air Force Airman Christopher D. Mann has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio, Texas.
He is the son of Rosi Mann of Clovis.
Mann is a 2007 graduate of Cl...
Military Feature: Airman’s Center in works
December 4th, 2007
Cannon Air Force Base is proceeding with previously-shelved plans for a larger dining facility and Airman’s Center, according to base officials.
The new center will provide 45,000-square-feet of sp...
Dec. 5, 2007 Police Blotter
December 4th, 2007
Samplings of recent reports filed by Clovis-area law enforcement officers:
About 4 p.m. Nov. 25 an officer responded to a department store in the 3000 block of Prince for a shoplifting report.
Stor...
Fans take hit in NFL, cable matchup
December 4th, 2007
“Turn to page 38,” Shawn told me.
I was holding Shawn’s copy of the NFL Shop catalog, and was considering a new 49ers jacket until he alerted me to the collectible Super Bowl book on page 38. I...
Venezuelans voice opposition to Chavez’ rule
December 4th, 2007
It looks as if Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, who despite appearing like a bit of a buffoon to many is a shrewd political operator, miscalculated big-time when he submitted a long list of constitut...
Pyle promoted to county manager
December 4th, 2007
Curry County commissioners stayed in-house and hired Lance Pyle as the county manager Tuesday during an executive session.
Pyle has served as the interim county manager since Dick Smith resigned in O...
Dec. 4, 1951
December 4th, 2007
Police Patrolman W. Coburn was stabbed with a butcher knife after attempting to arrest a man at 112 Calhoun. He was reported to be “past immediate danger” by his physician. ... The American Busine...
Dec. 4, 2007 Empty Stocking Fund
December 3rd, 2007
Today’s focus: “Ms. V”
Household members: 2
Children: 1
Special circumstances: “Ms. V” recently escaped an abusive situation.
Her holiday hopes: For her child to have a nice present...
Ag center ramps up research
December 3rd, 2007
Agriculture is the economic mainstay of eastern New Mexico.
For 60 years, the New Mexico State University Agricultural Science Center in Clovis has been conducting research and extension activities t...
Dec. 4, 2007 Police Blotter
December 3rd, 2007
Samplings of recent reports filed by Clovis-area law enforcement officers:
About 1 p.m. Nov. 20 an officer took a theft report at a school in the 1900 block of Thornton Street.
A school administra...
Dec. 4, 2007 What's Happening
December 3rd, 2007
Today
Curry County Commission
meeting — 9 a.m., Curry County Courthouse.
Clovis Main Street board meeting — 11:30 a.m., Clovis Chamber of Commerce, 105 E. Grand Ave.
Christmas Open House — 6 t...
Palestinian-Israeli peace long way off despite talks
December 3rd, 2007
Considering the discouraging history and circumstances, it was an accomplishment to get representatives from 40 countries, including most of the relevant Arab nations, to sit down for a day just to ta...
Local Roundup: Five railroad cars derail at elevators
December 3rd, 2007
Five railroad cars carrying grain derailed sometime Sunday morning at Peavey Grain elevators on U.S. 60/84 just west of Clovis.
BNSF Railway Director of Public Affairs Joe Faust said there were no in...
Abuse recovery services funded
December 3rd, 2007
A federally funded program to provide services and resources for substance abuse recovery will launch soon in Curry County.
Clients will receive vouchers for a myriad of services in the community suc...
Another hearing ordered for proposed ethanol plant
December 3rd, 2007
A plan to build an ethanol plant on the edge of Clovis has met another obstacle.
Environmental Improvement Board members voted 4 to 1 Monday to order the state Environment Department to hold a hearin...
Tickets for 5A championship on sale
December 3rd, 2007
Reserved seat tickets for Friday’s Class 5A state football championship game between Clovis High and Mayfield will go on sale at 1 p.m. today (Monday) at the CHS athletic office or at Tankersley’s...
Dec. 3, 1965
December 3rd, 2007
The Clovis News-Journal reported the Clovis Wildcats beat the Palo Duro Dons 75-53 at a basketball game in Amarillo. ... Final preparations were being made for the Little Miss Sno-Flake and Sno Queen...
Dec. 2, 1938
December 2nd, 2007
More than 3,000 children were expected to meet with Santa and receive a goodie bag with candy, apples, cookies and peanuts at city hall. ... W.D. “Doc” Gattis proposed a plan to create Clovis’ f...
Clovis leaves tourney with win
December 1st, 2007
ABILENE, Texas — The Clovis High Lady Wildcats escaped the Polk-Key City Tournament with one win, beating Denton (Texas) Guyer 56-51 on Saturday behind a career performance from Jasmine McDonald.
T...
Counties look to save indigent funds
December 1st, 2007
New Mexico counties are fighting to keep a program that funds indigent health care and keeps health care costs from rising.
A temporary suspension Congress imposed preventing a new Medicaid rule expi...
Dec. 2, 2007 Empty Stocking Fund profile
December 1st, 2007
Today’s focus: “Ms. H”
Household members: 4
Children: 2
Special circumstances: “Ms. H” is a single mother who recently moved to Clovis from Pennsylvania. She has been unable to work and is...
Dec. 2, 2007 What's Happening
December 1st, 2007
Today
Clovis Community Band Christmas concert — 2:30 p.m., Marshall Middle School Auditorium. Asbury Ringers and Clovis Community Choir will be performing. Tickets are $4.50 per adult and $2 per chi...
Decision coming soon on ethanol plant permit
December 1st, 2007
The state’s Environmental Improvement Board is scheduled to deliberate Monday the fate of an air quality permit for the Clovis Ethanol Plant.
The New Mexico Environment Department approved the perm...
Q&A: Clovis businessman talks military
December 1st, 2007
Clovis businessman and long-time Cannon Air Force Base advocate Randy Harris joined a handful of civic leaders from around the country a little more than two weeks ago on a trip to deployed military l...
Some holiday gifts keep on giving
December 1st, 2007
Several years ago, Sinbad and Arnold Schwarzenegger starred in a Christmas comedy about, among other things, parents attempting to latch onto the perfect, coveted and much sought after gift for their...
Dec. 2 School Menus
December 1st, 2007
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza, juice and milk. Lunch — Sloppy joe, pasta, mini carrots, ranch dip, applesauce and milk.
Tuesday: Breakfast — Egg biscuit, juice and milk....
Positive outlook takes work
December 1st, 2007
I am always amazed when I meet people who are extremely positive no matter what happens out there. It may pour rain or thunder but nothing can take their smile away.
Whenever I asked these people wha...
McAlavy, ‘Family Circus’ top readers’ list
December 1st, 2007
To our readers,
You regularly check out Curry County Historian Don McAlavy’s column and most of you don’t care for Amy Alkon’s advice column.
That’s what you told us in a recent survey publi...
Dentist cared for equestrian clientele
December 1st, 2007
John Edward Homan came to Clovis in 1910. For 12 years he was a horse dentist who had his office in the Beck and Bells Wagon Yard at Second and Mitchell streets.
The wagon yard was on the northwest c...
Dec. 2 Engagement
December 1st, 2007
Rump/Vernon
Kent and Linda Rump of Katy, Texas announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Amy Rump, of Katy, Texas, to Geoff Vernon of Houston, Texas.
He is the son of Steve a...
Dec. 2 Birth
December 1st, 2007
McMath
Ryan and Nicole McMath of Clovis are the parents of a 6 pound 4 ounce boy born Oct. 26, 2007 at Plains Regional Medical Center.
Kolten Ryan McMath has one brother, Brennen, 21 months.
Grandpare...
Dec. 2 Senior Happenings
December 1st, 2007
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Monday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., daily activities including pool, crafts, ceramics, sewing, quilting, dominos, puzzles, card games, computer access, blood pressure chec...
Dec. 2 Library Books
December 1st, 2007
The following books are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library:
Carved in Sand: When Attention Fails and Memory Fades in Midlife by Cathryn Ramin explains what happens to the human brain in mi...
Dec. 2 Club Notes
December 1st, 2007
Curry County Federated Republican Women
The Curry County Federated Republican Women meeting was held at Dakota’s Steakhouse.
Sunland Peanuts representatives Garvin Chandler and Katalin Coburn gave...
ENMU teams host Commerce
December 1st, 2007
Look past Texas A&M-Commerce’s 0-5 record and you see a team which is not that far from being pretty good.
The Lions have been competitive in all of their games to this point and are looking to bre...
Dec. 1, 1945
December 1st, 2007
C.V. Bridges, chairman of the Curry County Commission, reported the county had received its second road grader. ... An Associated Press dispatch stated that $221,000 had been allotted by the Federal P...
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