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Video: Meet Sundance Ranch Sanctuary
March 5th, 2012
Meet the director and cats of the Sundance Ranch Sanctuary.
Video: H2O express explosion - March 2012
March 31st, 2012
An explosion rocked the 1100 block of Prince Street in Clovis on Saturday night, leaving three injured in a blast that was heard and felt for numerous city blocks.
CHS tennis teams 7th, tied for 6th at Artesia
March 31st, 2012
ARTESIA — Clovis High’s girls finished seventh with 17 points while the boys tied for sixth with three points over the weekend in Artesia’s Bulldog Invittaional.Onate swept...
Lady Cats 2nd, Cats fourth at Hereford
March 31st, 2012
HEREFORD — Junior Jenna Sievers won two events and Clovis High’s girls put together a solid overall outing to finish second in the Hereford Invitational on Friday and Saturday.Can...
Cats earn split with Bulldogs
March 31st, 2012
Clovis coach Drew Hatley feels like the Wildcats are starting to believe in the team they can be. They came a base hit away from being that team Saturday.
Curry County Cats shut out Alamogordo
March 31st, 2012
The Curry County Cats made short work of Alamogordo on Saturday, beating the Desert Dawgs 33-0 at Leon Williams Stadium.
Lady Rams’ Ledbetter off to good start
March 31st, 2012
Portales junior Alex Ledbetter finished fourth in high jump and tied for fourth in pole vault in last year's Class 3A girls state track meet, and she's on course to possibly improve both events.
Hounds storm back to sweep ACU
March 31st, 2012
If nothing else, the Eastern New Mexico University baseball team has shown plenty of spunk this weekend.After Saturday, they finally have some results to go with it.
Ban on feeding deer absurd
March 31st, 2012
Here's why it is so much cooler to be a simple New Mexico columnist instead of a United States Supreme Court Justice.Instead of waking up at 3 a.m. troubled by the awesomely complex decisio...
My turn: Returning home to treasure hunt
March 31st, 2012
I am moving to my hometown of Mt. Vernon (pop. 2,000), Texas, to pursue two lifelong dreams: buying a used pontoon boat for treasure hunts on nearby Lake Cypress Springs, and starting a newspaper...
Family's dogs returned
March 31st, 2012
A Clovis family who lost a pair of Schnauzers Tuesday night — its only connection to their late son — got them back Friday evening.The dogs, Page and Bella, got away from the Tho...
Candidates should consider Johnson’s ideas
March 31st, 2012
New Mexico remembers Gary Johnson as the two-term governor, 1995-2003, who vetoed more legislative bills than maybe all 49 other governors.By his count Johnson signed more than 750 vetoes. T...
Local papers capture awards
March 31st, 2012
The Clovis News Journal captured five first place awards and various other honors in the annual Panhandle Press Association contest held in Canyon, Texas, it was announced Saturday.Other awa...
LSC-leading TexAnns turn back Zias
March 31st, 2012
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University softball team was off to a strong start in Saturday’s Lone Star Conference game against league-leading Tarleton State.Then,...
Q&A: Gospel singer hopes to shine nationally
March 31st, 2012
Johnathan Dawson sings for a higher calling, and is hoping he gets a chance to do it nationally.Dawson, 41, recently advanced through an audition for Black Entertainment Television's "Sund...
Jail vote — part II
March 31st, 2012
Voters head to the polls Tuesday to determine the fate of Curry County's troubled jail for the second time in the last two years.Commissioners are asking voters to approve a $9.3 bond issue...
Police blotter — April 1
March 31st, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday• 7:07 a.m.: Call in reference to enticement of a...
On the shelves: April 1
March 30th, 2012
The following books are available at: Clovis-Carver Public Library “100 Yards of Glory: The Greatest Moment...
Senior happenings: April 1
March 30th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center1120 Cameo St., ClovisSunday: 1-5 p.m., dance.Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities quilting and sewing; 1 p.m. Bingo a...
School menus: April 1
March 30th, 2012
Clovis Elementary Monday: Breakfast — Egg & Cheese Biscuit. Lunch — Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes & gravy, ranch salad and fruit whip.Tuesday:...
Creative living features cooking with beans
March 30th, 2012
Information on rotary cutting skills and cooking with beans as part of a gluten-free diet will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday....
Club notes: April 1
March 30th, 2012
Encanto Garden ClubThe Encanto Garden Club met March 14 at Muffley’s Back Door in Clovis with President Helen Martinez presiding. She welcomed guests Gladys Bird...
Year 2012 may prove interesting
March 30th, 2012
It would be fun if this were an April Fool’s Day column. It may be even more fun, based on the fact that it isn’t. The people of whom I write are arguably sincere in what they believe a...
Foolish not to expect pranks
March 30th, 2012
It’s not easy being a fool.Then again it hasn’t been easy turning 26 today either.OK, maybe I better ask for forgiveness and just admit there’s a fine line between A...
A walk on the wild side
March 30th, 2012
Clovis resident Wes Robertson, a former game warden, retired four years ago but shows no signs of slowing down. Robertson and wife Linda, who also has a degree in wildlife management, climb mountai...
The write stuff
March 30th, 2012
Tucked away in the special collections section of Eastern New Mexico University’s Golden Library Friday afternoon, beginning writers sat with pen in hand absorbing advice from experienced wri...
PHS tabs Hobbs assistant new football coach
March 30th, 2012
The Portales Rams have a new football coach in place, and now the school is looking for a boys basketball coach.Jaime Ramirez, a Hobbs High assistant for the past four years, was hired this w...
Cats notch state legs at Ruidoso
March 30th, 2012
RUIDOSO — Ethan Peterson has gotten on his game.The Clovis High senior had his second consecutive strong outing on Friday, shooting a 4-under 68 to help the Wildcats finish second at 31...
Curry County Cats football capsule
March 30th, 2012
Alamogordo Desert Dawgs (1-2, 1-1 NM Premier League vs. Curry County Cats (4-2, 2-0)2 p.m. today, Leon Williams StadiumRecords...
LSC-leading TexAnns hand Zias two losses
March 30th, 2012
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Abigail Tammen drove in both Tarleton State runs and Samantha Swanda won a pitchers’ duel from Eastern New Mexico University freshman Amy Smith with a two-hitter i...
Area prep baseball linescores — March 30
March 30th, 2012
District 3-1AFirst gameFloyd 6, Melrose 3Melrose 010 101 0 — 3 1&n...
New Hounds coach anxious for first spring practice
March 30th, 2012
First-year Eastern New Mexico University football coach Josh Lynn and his staff are about to get their first up-close-and-personal look at the Greyhounds.ENMU begins spring drills on Monday...
Hounds strand 17 runners in 11-8 loss
March 30th, 2012
Brady Rodriguez retired all five batters he faced, three on strikes, for his first save of the season and Abilene Christian held on for an 11-8 victory over Eastern New Mexico University on Friday...
Golden moments
March 30th, 2012
No matter how many, or how few, times a fighter's laced up the gloves, there's always something to be learned every time they step into the ring.But the newcomer learns a much different le...
Don't forget to hang up when you're done
March 30th, 2012
Have you ever left a voice mail and then forgot to hang up the phone?It happened to me the other day.I was working on a bicycle at my bike shop when The Lady of the House came in angr...
In search of ponies: Tunes may be tortuous
March 30th, 2012
It’s a beautiful day so you decide to spend time with the pooch.He eagerly bounds into the car, settles in the seat beside you, and off you go — windows down, radio cranked.
Area prep baseball linescores — March 29
March 29th, 2012
First gameEunice 11, Texico 1Eunice 111 35 —11 7 2Texi...
Clovis hosts state Golden Gloves event
March 29th, 2012
For the 24th time, Clovis will play host to the New Mexico Golden Gloves boxing championships as the three-day event begins with bouts tonight at Roy Walker Community Center.Those who end up...
A good book sounds an important warning
March 29th, 2012
I don't know how long it took Eugene Peterson to actually write his book "The Pastor_, but though he's written around thirty others, it took him almost eighty years to be able to write this one....
Lost dogs family's last connection to son who died
March 29th, 2012
Two lost schnauzers are causing heartbreak for a family who say the dogs are their only connection to 12-year-old Jacob, who died in a vehicle accident in December.
Volunteer EMS agencies facing staffing shortages
March 29th, 2012
Volunteer emergency medical services agencies in eastern New Mexico and West Texas are facing staffing shortages, according to local EMS officials.
Religion feature: Church provides food for hungry
March 29th, 2012
The 16th and Pile Church of Christ has been providing food for the needy Mondays and Fridays for six months.Church Elder Don McCasland said the Helping Hands food pantry is aimed at helping...
Police blotter — March 30
March 29th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• 1:45 a.m.: Call in reference to a pregnant fem...
Red Cross seeking volunteers
March 29th, 2012
The Red Cross of Eastern New Mexico is looking for volunteer disaster responders, fundraisers, event planners, general office help and instructors to teach CPR, first aid and disaster response....
District Attorney Matt Chandler honored
March 29th, 2012
Ninth Judicial District Attorney Matt Chandler won the New Mexico Prosecutor of the Year award last week at the annual prosecutor spring training conference in Ruidoso, according to a news release...
Religion calendar — March 30
March 29th, 2012
FridayBishop Kelshaw Lecture Series - St. James Episcopal Church. Subject: Christian biblical world view. Registration forms on St. James websi...
State creates made-up problems
March 29th, 2012
It amuses me how many problems that have a government-mandated "solution" are caused by previous government mandates that came about as misguided solutions for previously manufactured problems. A...
Supreme Court hearings should be broadcast
March 29th, 2012
Even by U.S. Supreme Court standards, this week's hearings on President Obama's health reform act are a historical milestone. It's arguably the biggest case the court has addressed in decades.
Religion column: Jesus' arrival cause for parade
March 29th, 2012
From the time I was little I can remember watching parades at one time or another. My far back memories take me to Missouri when we would always go to parades in downtown Kansas City. It just takes...
amos the churchmouse: the palm branch mystery
March 29th, 2012
Editor’s note: Amos is a churchmouse who types by hurling himself at the keys, but he can’t use the capital shift keys and he shuns punctuation marks – except the hyphens and dash...
Friday morning briefing: Superstition, jazz and a country jamboree
March 30th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Friday briefing. SuperstitionsEastern New Mexico University’s Department of Art is presenting the national juried il...
NMHSCA all-state basketball teams
March 29th, 2012
BOYS FIRST TEAMClass 5ABryce Alford, La CuevaCullen Neal, EldoradoMando Marshall, Las Cruces HighJohn Dawson, ClovisMartin Coll...
Press release: Matt Chandler named New Mexico prosecutor of the year
March 29th, 2012
Santa Fe, NM: Prosecutors and staff from around the state gathered last week in Ruidoso for their annual spring training conference, which was sponsored by the New Mexico Administrative Office of t...
Musical gathering
March 28th, 2012
With the 62nd annual Floyd Lion's Club Jamboree beginning today, some of our staff decided to ask participants why they love the jamboree so much. Here's what some of them had to say:
Public Works Committee waives purchase fee
March 28th, 2012
The Clovis Public Works Committee cleared a small obstacle in the preparation of the first phase of its effluent water reuse project.A decision for a one-time waiver of $10,000 in water fees...
Education column: Teachers transition to common core state standards
March 28th, 2012
For some years now, research has been conducted on state educational standards used across the United States. Since state standards may vary considerably, students complete their public education b...
What's Happening: March 29
March 28th, 2012
TodaySelecting, Installing and maintaining a computer — 9 a.m. to noon, Clovis-Carver Public Library. Information: 769-7840Pre-school story hour —...
Zias gain split at Highlands
March 28th, 2012
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Freshman Katie Ramsay hit her third homer of the year and a two-run double in the eighth inning, helping Eastern New Mexico University take a 6-4 victory over New Mexico Hig...
Education digest: March 29
March 28th, 2012
Alumni will be honoredClovis High alumni will be honored during the he Purple Pride Hall of Honor Banquet 6 p.m. April 14 at Clovis Civic CenterClovis High School Hal...
Police blotter: March 29
March 28th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday• 12:45 a.m.: Call in reference to a vehicle accident with injuries. Debris is a...
Ticket feature: U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors to take stage
March 28th, 2012
Clovis, known widely as an Air Force town, is getting a visit from some very boisterous Army members.
Remembering the battle of Glorieta Pass
March 28th, 2012
On this day 150 years ago the most significant Civil War battlefield in New Mexico and the Southwest was finally quiet. Three days of back-and-forth bloodletting at the Battle of Glorieta Pas...
Cosmetics company starts trial runs
March 28th, 2012
A new cosmetics company is producing a trial run of cosmetics, the first step in what it hopes will be hundreds of jobs for Clovis. Beauty Health and Science Innovations — the res...
Thursday morning briefing: Guns and knives and a community concert
March 29th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Thursday briefing. Guns and knivesThe Clovis Lions Club Spring Gun & Knife Show is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunda...
Fishing report — March 28
March 27th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after t...
Weary Wolverines fall to Clovis JV
March 27th, 2012
The idea of playing a team like the Clovis junior varsity is normally a good thing as far as Texico baseball coach Ty Thatcher is concerned.
Clovis' Dawson 1st-team all-state
March 27th, 2012
Junior guard John Dawson, who helped Clovis High’s boys win the District 4-5A tournament championship and reach the Class 5A state semifinals, has been chosen to the 5A all-state first team b...
Cattle industry still hurt by dry period
March 27th, 2012
The New Mexico cattle industry remains in a holding pattern, crippled by an extended dry period that has dried up feed sources.
Meetings watch: Clovis Civil Aviation Board
March 27th, 2012
The Clovis Civil Aviation Board met Tuesday at City Hall.During the meeting:• Cannon Air Force Base Capt. Jason Ward delivered a presentation on midair collision avoidance.
Allergy season hitting early
March 27th, 2012
Allergy season has hit the High Plains early with a watery-eyed vengeance, according to officials.
Jack Williamson Lectureship gearing up with new panels
March 27th, 2012
Science fiction buff Debbie Lang is having a difficult time choosing which panels she will attend at Eastern New Mexico University's 36th annual Jack Williamson Lectureship.
Service members earned low fees
March 27th, 2012
A House subcommittee expected to vote soon on whether to recommend raising retiree TRICARE fees sharply over the next five years heard some compelling testimony against the move last week.Re...
Track officials should address safety concerns
March 27th, 2012
The nation's horse-racing industry could become a ward of the federal government due to reported safety concerns involving its golden egg, the horses.Five of seven tracks at the head of thi...
What's happening — March 28
March 27th, 2012
TodayPublic Works Committee meeting — 8:30 a.m., 321 Connelly.Jail bond forum — 11:30 a.m., Grady Senior Center, 104 W. Main...
Police blotter — March 28
March 27th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Monday• 7:33 a.m.: Call in reference to a vehicle's wind...
Press release: Udall talks health care, horse racing
March 27th, 2012
WASHINGTON – On his weekly radio call, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall today discussed the benefits that New Mexico is already seeing from the Affordable Care Act and shared his thoughts on the Supreme C...
Press release: Clovis banker honored
March 27th, 2012
(Farmington) - Jim Sours, Market President of US Bank in Clovis, was named "Ag Lender of the Year" by the Independent Community Bankers Association of New Mexico (ICBA/NM) at the 2012 Ag Lenders...
Roosevelt County area baseball — March 26
March 27th, 2012
First gameFloyd 5, New Mexico Military 3Floyd 000 301 1 — 5 8 4
Hounds endure tough weekend at Cameron
March 27th, 2012
LAWTON, Okla. — Tyler Cox hit a two-run single and Josh Dawson added a two-out RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning on Sunday, rallying Cameron to a 5-4 victory over Eastern New Mexic...
Goddard routs Lady Cats
March 27th, 2012
On paper, it appeared to be a relatively even match — two young softball teams both struggling under the .500 mark.Turned out, it wasn’t. Clovis High couldn’t get runners in...
Cats capture Artesia Invitational
March 27th, 2012
ARTESIA — Clovis High’s boys had enough of a lead that even a bad final four holes couldn’t prevent them from winning Monday’s Artesia Invitational.It did, however, ke...
Letters to the editor: Defamatory speech not protected
March 26th, 2012
Defamatory speech not protectedWe often refer to our First Amendment to protect our speech and symbolic actions. Freedom of speech is freedom from prosecution for voi...
Editorial: Allegations should be made public
March 26th, 2012
In the view of Albuquerque Public Schools Superintendent Winston Brooks, investigators for the state Public Education Department swooped down on an Albuquerque elementary school earlier this...
Tres Amigas control center location up in air
March 26th, 2012
Tres Amigas is moving ahead at full power for a $1.5 billion electricity transmission superstation in Curry County, but a competition is on for its additional control center and headquarters.
New parks committee holds first meeting
March 26th, 2012
Though it took little action in its inaugural meeting, the city's new Parks and Recreation Committee had a full slate.The committee, which phased out the Parks and Recreation Board, the Ned...
‘Pink slime’ not welcome in Clovis schools
March 26th, 2012
"Pink slime" is giving ground beef a bad name.That's why local stores and schools are looking to either eliminate or scale back use of the controversial ground beef additive.Spokes...
Health initiatives determined at forum
March 26th, 2012
More than 30 people attended a community healthcare forum Monday and contributed ideas that resulted in nine community initiatives to encourage healthy living and curb health care costs in Curry Co...
Police blotter — March 27
March 26th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Sunday• 12:29 a.m.: Caller reported he thinks someone is...
What's happening — March 27
March 26th, 2012
TodaySelecting, Installing and maintaining a computer — 9 a.m. to noon, Clovis-Carver Public Library. Information: 769-7840Clovis...
Aggies complete series sweep of Hounds
March 26th, 2012
LAWTON, Okla. — Tyler Cox hit a two-run single and Josh Dawson added a two-out RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning on Sunday, rallying Cameron to a 5-4 victory over Eastern New Mexic...
Miscues costly in Cats' loss
March 24th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — It’s hard to win when you make more than two or three errors in a game.It’s nearly impossible when you commit eight.Clovis outhit Volcano Vista 8-5 on Sa...
CHS qualifies in six events for state track
March 24th, 2012
AMARILLO — Clovis High’s track teams combined to get six entries qualified for state competition during the two-day Amarillo Relays.The Wildcats finished fifth with 34 points in b...
ENMU's Draper gains Division II provisional qualifying mark
March 24th, 2012
EL PASO — Eastern New Mexico University senior Daniel Draper threw the javelin 201 feet, 5 1/4 inches on Saturday for second place in men’s javelin at the Texas-El Paso Springtime Class...
Saturday area prep linescore — March 24
March 24th, 2012
NMMI Colt ClassicAt RoswellThird placeTexico 11, Santa Rosa 10Santa Rosa 110&nb...
CHS teams sixth, seventh in Carlsbad tourney
March 24th, 2012
CARLSBAD — Hannah Walker won three of four matches to notch third place in girls No. 6 singles for Clovis High’s top finish over the weekend in an eight-team tennis tournament hosted by...
Saturday area prep linescore — March 24
March 24th, 2012
NMMI Colt ClassicAt RoswellThird placeTexico 11, Santa Rosa 10Santa Rosa 110&nb...
Signs good step for city of Clovis
March 24th, 2012
Former Clovis News Journal Publisher Bill Salter loved to brag that Clovis was the most libertarian city in America.Many residential neighborhoods don't even have stop signs, he would say...
Only thing I can feel is agitation
March 24th, 2012
It is hard to admit, but I may be a psychopath.I have never been violent — except against vending machines — but I seldom feel genuine empathy.Oh, I'm good at pretending....
Errors haunt Zias
March 24th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University’s struggling softball team had a chance to upend Texas Woman’s on Saturday at Zia Softball Field. It was a matter of how long the Zias c...
Cameron beats Hounds twice in final at-bat
March 24th, 2012
LAWTON, Okla. — Last weekend, the Eastern New Mexico University baseball team was bludgeoned by Tarleton State in the teams’ Lone Star Conference-opening series, losing all four games d...
Preview day lets students give ENMU a try
March 24th, 2012
It's 8:30 a.m. on a Saturday morning and three high school juniors are wiping the sleep out of their eyes trying to focus on some big decision making.
Official: Cash reserve fund will help cover jail expenses
March 24th, 2012
The $9.3 million jail Curry County commissioners are asking voters to approve April 3 only covers the cost of a building and equipping a new 60-bed expansion of the existing jail.It won't c...
CHS qualifies six events for state at Amarillo Relays
March 24th, 2012
AMARILLO — Clovis High’s track teams combined to get six entries qualified for state competition during the two-day Amarillo Relays.The Wildcats finished fifth with 34 points in b...
Police blotter — March 25
March 24th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Thursday• 7:17 p.m.: Call in reference to a fight between...
Area residents remember tornado
March 24th, 2012
Five years ago, Clovis spent an evening in the dark, unaware of just what the tornado had done until the Saturday sunrise.
Crowds gather for extended fishing derby
March 24th, 2012
The adage goes that a bad day of fishing is better than a good day doing almost anything else.
Local student takes third at spelling bee
March 24th, 2012
Clovis Christian fourth-grader Ariel Kokoricha had a solid debut at the state qualifying competition for the Scripps-Howard Spelling Bee, finishing third among 42 New Mexico competitors.At 9...
Miscues costly in Cats' loss
March 24th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — It’s hard to win when you make more than two or three errors in a game.It’s nearly impossible when you commit eight.Clovis outhit Volcano Vista 8-5 on Sa...
What's happening
March 24th, 2012
Updated dailyMondayParks, Recreation and Beautification Committee meeting — 5:30 p....
Family joins search for missing airman
March 23rd, 2012
Scott Lee never ceased to amaze his family and friends. As a teenager he worked the snowboard circuit in California.When he was 18 he hitchhiked with a surfboard through South America, then...
Pioneers hand Zias two losses
March 23rd, 2012
Texas Woman’s likes to run the bases, as shown by its 110 steals this season (in 121 attempts).As they demonstrated on Friday, though, the Pioneers can also hit for power. TWU smacked f...
Rio Grande tops Cats in bottom of 7th
March 23rd, 2012
RIO GRANDE — Clovis High’s baseball team inched ahead in the top of the seventh inning on Friday, but couldn’t hold on against Rio Grande.The Ravens (8-3) put together four...
Friday area baseball linescores — March 23
March 23rd, 2012
NMMI Colt ClassicAt RoswellChampionship semifinalsDexter 16, Texico 11Dexter 42...
Close encounters
of the presidential kind
March 23rd, 2012
The president of the United States came to New Mexico this past week. He went to Carlsbad though, he didn't stop to visit us here on the High Plains.It's not the first time someone from th...
Mother Nature always repackaging creatures
March 23rd, 2012
Traipsing through dense plants while swatting at exotic blood-sucking insects and side-stepping vipers, some guy in a floppy hat stops to flip over a chunk of rotting wood and BINGO!A new sp...
Hounds, Zias to get tested in UTEP meet
March 23rd, 2012
Mike Harney is anxious to see what his Eastern New Mexico University track squads have, and he should get that chance today.ENMU will participate in Texas-El Paso’s Springtime Meet, a m...
Air Force looking for leads on missing airman
March 22nd, 2012
Air Force officials say they're looking for leads or information about the whereabouts of an airman who has been missing for nearly two weeks.They say 1st Lt. Scott Lee was last seen about...
Zoo officials: Giraffe spooked by thrown rocks
March 22nd, 2012
Hillcrest Park Zoo officials believe the zoo's baby giraffe was spooked last week by someone throwing rocks at her.
County receives federal grant
March 22nd, 2012
Curry County received a federal grant totaling $375,000 to fight childhood obesity, according to Community Transformation Grant coordinator Rachel Visser.Visser said the five-year award will...
Clovis resident predicts more moisture than last spring
March 22nd, 2012
A Clovis resident and Plains Indian descendant predicts below average moisture this spring, but not nearly as dry as 2011.Joseph Weldon Crim uses the wind every March 22 before sunrise to pr...
Tornado prompted emergency upgrades
March 22nd, 2012
Five years ago today the most destructive tornado in the city's history tore through Clovis, causing millions of dollars in damage and forever changing lives across much of eastern New Mexico....
Candidates discuss education reform
March 22nd, 2012
Education reform was the primary subject for area candidates for the June 5 primary during Thursday's Roosevelt County Chamber of Commerce quarterly luncheon at the Yam Theatre. Area candidates we...
As need grew, so did giving to United Way
March 22nd, 2012
In the spirit of individuality, how do we demonstrate generosity to those in need?Unquestionably, routinely, the people of this region open their hearts and their wallets and checkbooks....
Police blotter — March 23
March 22nd, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Wednesday• 9 a.m.: Call in reference to a male who has no...
Nine holes to close for fixes at golf course
March 22nd, 2012
Clovis’ parks and recreation director isn’t sure when, but Colonial Park Golf Course will temporarily be a nine-hole course for a few months.
Religion column: Even minor Bible characters significant
March 22nd, 2012
I often think about well-known Bible characters that are meaningful to me. My list would include people like Moses, Joseph, Hannah, Mary and Paul. Yet there are some not well known Bible characters...
amos the churchmouse: so what would jesus drive
March 22nd, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pew Editor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can't operate the capital shif...
What's happening — March 23
March 22nd, 2012
TodayIntroduction to the Internet — 9 a.m. to noon, Clovis-Carver Public Library. Information: 769-7840Downtown Gala: Taste This — 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., The...
Religion calendar — March 23
March 22nd, 2012
SundayWorship service and Sunday school — 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Sunday worship with communion Trinity Lutheran Church, ELCA, 1705 W. 21st St. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m....
Letters to the editor: Disagreeing doesn’t mean racism
March 21st, 2012
Disagreeing doesn’t mean racismThe present situation in Clovis is indicative of a much larger problem in our country. If we truly believe our federal gove...
FAA needs to put public safety first
March 21st, 2012
What does it take to get fired by the FAA, the agency in charge of making sure the skies are safe for the flying public? Apparently putting airplanes on near collision courses isn&rsqu...
Staying away from injuries key for Wildcats
March 21st, 2012
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Shortstop Jarod Jamerson went 2-for-3 with a pair of RBI singles, helping New Mexico Highlands University get past Eastern New Mexico 7-5 Wednesday at Brandt Field.Ri...
Twenty students win awards at FCCLA competition
March 21st, 2012
Twenty students from Clovis Schools won awards March 4-7 at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America State Competition in Albuquerque. Of these 20, 10 students will advance to the Nation...
Ticket feature: ENMU jazz festival this week
March 21st, 2012
From big band to Latin, Eastern New Mexico University is set to be jazzed up Thursday and Friday.The college is hosting its annual jazz festival, featuring the Bert Dalton Trio in a Friday p...
Homeschool group to perform 'Thoroughly Modern Millie'
March 21st, 2012
More than 40 area teenagers are involved in a theater production of "Thoroughly Modern Millie," a 1967 musical that starred Julie Andrews and included the famous show tune "Babyface."
Police blotter — March 22
March 21st, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:Tuesday• 9:04 a.m.: Caller reported a dog went into his p...
Stop signs changing in southwest Clovis
March 21st, 2012
If your driving route takes you through southwest Clovis, get set to stop a little more often.The city is installing 39 stop signs in the area surrounded by Eighth, Cameo, 14th and Reid stre...
Education column: Drama classes working on new play
March 21st, 2012
Anyone who has any dealings with the Clovis Municipal Schools will be aware that the next couple of weeks with be consumed with standardized testing. It's that time again, when the New Mexico Stan...
Education digest — March 22
March 21st, 2012
Preschool screening clinics offeredGrady Schools will be one of four sites for Child Find preschool screening clinics.The free clinic, scheduled for 1 p.m. to 3 p.m....
What's happening — March 22
March 21st, 2012
TodayIntroduction to the Internet — 9 a.m. to noon, Clovis-Carver Public Library. Information: 769-7840.Pre-school story hour &mda...
Wednesday morning briefing: A comedy, a talent search and jazz
March 21st, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Wednesday briefing.
Comedy
“The Queen of Bingo,” is a stage comedy in the style of the Carol Burnett Show.
It’s at 7 p...
Humans can be as witless as dogs
March 21st, 2012
May I state the obvious? People react to other people, situations, and issues on the basis of their perceptions of those people, situations, and issues, and not necessarily on the basis of reality....
Senators aim to protect GI benefits
March 21st, 2012
What if the military gave every service member an expensive car as a reward for honorable service, but they could take delivery only at night and the headlights didn’t work? Many of those gif...
History should be learned by all
March 21st, 2012
Eastern New Mexico is about to gain one more American citizen.
That’s the report I got a few weeks ago, when then-Clovis City Commissioner Fred Van Soelen suggested we do a story about...
Legislature may see ‘dramatic’ facelift in 2013
March 21st, 2012
Tuesday was the official filing day for New Mexico’s primary election.
Political blogger Joe Monahan tells us the state Legislature is “poised for its most dramatic facelift in t...
Businesses, individuals honored at United Way banquet
March 20th, 2012
United Way of Eastern New Mexico held its annual banquet Tuesday night in which local businesses and individuals were honored for serving and supporting United Way.
United Way Executive Dire...
Child Find screening offered
March 20th, 2012
Grady Schools will be one of four sites for Child Find preschool screening clinics.
The free clinic, scheduled for 1 p.m.-3 p.m. April 5, is for children 5 and younger.
A representati...
Clovis couple wins lottery prize
March 20th, 2012
A Clovis couple won a top prize playing a New Mexico Lottery Scratcher game, according to a press release.
According to the New Mexico Lottery press release:
• Troy and Tiffany V...
Police blotter — March 21
March 20th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:
Monday
• 7:31 a.m.: Call in reference to a stray dog chained to a tire. Dog ha...
Candidates rush to file for open seats
March 20th, 2012
Retirements sparked a rush of candidates Tuesday to register for three key Curry County offices in the June 5 primary election.
Four candidates filed for Commissioner Caleb Chandler’s...
Meetings watch: Curry County Commission
March 20th, 2012
During Tuesday’s Curry County Commission meeting in the north annex of the Clovis Carver Public Library, commissioners:
• Heard an update on county investments from advisor Rob Bu...
Three candidates file in De Baca
March 20th, 2012
Three candidates filed to run for three De Baca County offices Tuesday, the state’s filing day.
• Incumbent De Baca County Commissioner George Gonzales filed for re-election to hi...
Area will have four state races
March 20th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico voters will have a quartet of primary elections for the New Mexico Legislature, but only one contested race once the general election comes around.
Tuesday was the lone da...
Base will be adding one aircraft per month, official says
March 20th, 2012
Col. David Piech of Cannon Air Force Base gave Roosevelt County commissioners an update on Cannon activity at the Tuesday county commission meeting. The following is what he reported:
•...
Web page, other changes coming Monday
March 20th, 2012
To our readers:
Beginning Monday, you will see a new design for our four newspaper web pages belonging to the Clovis News Journal, Portales News-Tribune, Quay County Sun and Cannon Connectio...
President Obama to visit New Mexico oil fields
March 20th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — With gas prices steadily on the rise, President Barack Obama makes a stop Wednesday in New Mexico’s oil fields to tout the fact that domestic oil and gas production is at...
Press release: City adding stop signs
March 20th, 2012
Over the next several months the City of Clovis Public Works Department will be installing stop signs in the area located between Seventh Street and 14th Street and Cameo Street and Thornton Street...
Tuesday morning briefing: Help, lucky trout and marching to Montgomery
March 20th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Tuesday briefing.
Help please
United Way of Easter New Mexico needs help decorating for its annual banquet.
If you can spare a few minute...
Clovis home sales down from year ago
March 19th, 2012
Single-family Clovis home sales were down by 30 percent in the last three months compared to a year ago, according to a national property listing service.
The Multiple Listing Service showed...
Portales residents bowling to fight cancer
March 19th, 2012
Two Portales residents and coworkers are knocking down bowling pins for dollars — with the money going the fight for cancer.
Roger Jones, who works at C&S Inc., and is on its Relay...
Greyhound bus station at new location
March 19th, 2012
The Greyhound bus station will begin operating at a new location today, according to a company spokeswoman.
The new Greyhound Lines Inc. station is at Cortez Gas Co. at 2207 South Prince St....
Meetings watch: Curry County Commission
March 19th, 2012
The Curry County Commission will meet 9:30 a.m. Tuesday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
Agenda items include:
• Department updates and a special update on...
N.M. academic achievement gap old problem
March 19th, 2012
Education Secretary-designate Hanna Skandera is once again the target of criticism, this time by Hispanics who are rightly concerned about the large achievement gap in New Mexico between Anglo and...
Business digest — March 20
March 19th, 2012
Farm Credit to distribute cash
Farm Credit of New Mexico will distribute $9.5 million in cash to stockholders by the end of March as part of its patronage distribution program.
Police blotter — March 20
March 19th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:
Saturday
• 12:20 a.m.: Caller reported that her sister attacked her, 1000 block of County Road 5.
&...
Press release: Bingaman talks highway, transit funding bill
March 19th, 2012
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today talked about the highway and transit reauthorization bill the Senate passed last week and about how it will benefit New Mexico. Bingaman&rsquo...
Cannon Air Force Base lieutenant missing
March 19th, 2012
A 31-year-old lieutenant has been missing from Cannon Air Force Base for one week, according to base officials.
Lt. Scott W. Lee was last seen at 11 a.m. March 12 at his apartment in Clovis....
Texans complete sweep of Hounds
March 19th, 2012
PORTALES — Eastern New Mexico University’s baseball team wasn’t able to salvage the finale of their opening Lone Star Conference series on Sunday.
Tarleton State had double...
Time to leave behind spiteful behavior
March 17th, 2012
Enough already. In the last three months, a lot of us have expressed views — sometimes even boos — about former Clovis Mayor Gayla Brumfield and new-old Mayor David Lansford; the evil...
Tarleton hammers Hounds twice
March 17th, 2012
PORTALES — If Tarleton State’s hitters were struggling coming into this weekend’s four-game Lone Star Conference series with Eastern New Mexico University, the Greyhounds have cer...
ENMU graduate working with abandoned youth
March 17th, 2012
Eastern New Mexico University alumni Andrea Elizondo left Feb. 8 for Ghana to work with City of Refuge Ministries, a non-profit organization that works with trafficked and abandoned youth.
T...
Warm weather draws residents outside
March 17th, 2012
Saturday capped a week of unseasonably warm weather, with high tempartures 15 to 18 degrees above normal for this time of year, according to Accuweather.com.
The high on Saturday was 82 degr...
Candidates to file for state races
March 17th, 2012
Primary voters in eastern New Mexico should have some choices in June to see who moves on to the general election.
With pre-primary conventions concluded for New Mexico Republicans on Saturd...
Clovis resident running for county treasurer
March 17th, 2012
Curry County Democratic Party Treasurer Jonathan Wilson is running for the same spot with Curry County.
Wilson, a Clovis resident and an assistant professor at Eastern New Mexico University,...
What's happening — March 18
March 17th, 2012
Monday
New Mexico Municipal League District meeting — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Clovis Civic Center.
Tuesday
Three offices open in De Baca County primary
March 17th, 2012
Candidates for De Baca County offices in the June 5 primary have to file from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday in the De Baca County Clerk’s office.
Offices to go before De Baca County voters...
More than 1,200 record high temperatures reported
March 17th, 2012
AccuWeather.com reported Friday more than 1,200 record high temperatures have been set over the past week across the U.S., and nearly 6,000 record highs have been recorded since the beginning of 20...
First person: Model student
March 17th, 2012
Kayleigh Mitchell hit a home run in her first at bat as a model. Now she’s trying to make it to the big show.
Mitchell, in her first modeling competition of any kind, won a Feb. 25 reg...
Police blotter — March 18
March 17th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:
Thursday
• 9:12 a.m.: Caller reported his back door was left unlocked. There is now a set of keys on the k...
Local primary races shaping up
March 17th, 2012
Candidates for Curry County offices have from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tuesday to file for three seat commission seats and the offices of treasurer and county clerk in the June 5 primary election.
Commissioner salaries smaller than in similar-size counties
March 17th, 2012
Curry County commissioners make less money than counterparts in at least two similar-size New Mexico counties. But they make far more than commissioners in Roosevelt County and the city of Clovis.
Cardinals complete sweep of Zias
March 17th, 2012
SAN ANTONIO — Designated player Lea Padilla doubled twice, scoring one run and driving in the other, as Incarnate Word completed a three-game Lone Star Conference softball series sweep of Eas...
Texans roll past Hounds
March 17th, 2012
PORTALES — Chris Terry believes his Eastern New Mexico University baseball team has enough offense to compete in the Lone Star Conference, and he thinks the Greyhounds’ pitching is good...
Incarnate Word thumps Zias
March 17th, 2012
SAN ANTONIO — Designated player Lea Padilla homered in both games and Incarnate Word took a 10-0, 8-3 Lone Star Conference softball sweep over Eastern New Mexico University on Friday.
...
Clovis resident Langdon Brown says his niche is in sales
March 17th, 2012
Everybody has a niche in life and Langdon Brown’s is sales. The adopted father of three works 60 hours a week, loves working on cars, attending drag races and snow boarding and skiing with h...
Engagements — March 18
March 17th, 2012
Jordan-Eaton
Mr. and Mrs. Max Jordan of Chelmsford, Mass., announce the engagement of their daughter, Meredith Jordan to Michael Eaton, son of Charlotte and Ronnie Eaton of Clovis.
Honors — March 18
March 17th, 2012
Pavalok
John A. Pavalok of Portales recently graduated from the Naval Officer Training School in Newport, R.I., and has been commissioned as O-1 Ensign and will be assigned to Pensaco...
School menus — March 18
March 17th, 2012
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Egg and cheese biscuit Lunch — Chicken rings, ranch mashed potatoes, green beans and fruit.
Tuesday: Breakfast — French...
Homemade marshmallows featured on show
March 17th, 2012
Information on preparing homemade marshmallows, the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and doing bobbin work upside down will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on...
Club notes — March 18
March 17th, 2012
Altrusa International of Portales
The Altrusa International, Inc. Club of Portales met March 12 in the Central Annex. President Gaynelle Thomas called the meeting to order. There were...
On the shelves — March 18
March 17th, 2012
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Diet Rehab: 28 Days to Finally Stop Craving the Foods That Make You Fat” by Mike D...
Senior happenings — March 18
March 17th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Dance at La Casa Senior Center.
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities quilting and sewing;...
‘Lorax’ worth watching
March 17th, 2012
T his column is definitely not a movie review
column. The editors rightly expect me to be more creative than simply reviewing events, and anyway, most of the movies in my life have to be su...
Retail all about respect
March 17th, 2012
It was a little bit of a shock to see his obituary since I didn’t know what had become of Mr. Nick or for that matter that he was even still living.
Luke Nichols, Mr. Nick, as my grand...
McDaniel announces candidacy for county commission
March 16th, 2012
Clovis businessman Ben McDaniel said Friday that he will be a candidate for Curry County Commissioner Dan Stoddard’s seat.
It is McDaniel’s first bid for county office. Stoddard...
In search of ponies: Animals go wild on spring break
March 16th, 2012
You don't need a calendar to know that spring is around the corner when you have critters around.
Us humans aren't the only ones who get cranky and restless when the weather is oppressive, b...
McGee: Roomate was right about computers
March 16th, 2012
Have you ever heard about something new and thought, “Pshaw, that won’t be around long.” I got to thinking about this while I was at a rummage sale over in Earth, Texas. There amo...
Experts advise gardening caution
March 16th, 2012
With spring just days away and temperatures hitting the mid-80s this week, area residents may be anxious to start greening up lawns and planting gardens.
Local lawn and garden experts urged...
Friday morning briefing: Going green, flapjacks and Baretta walks
March 16th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Friday briefing.
Going green
There’s a St. Patrick’s Day auction and craft bazaar from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Wheatfields Seni...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
March 15th, 2012
The Clovis City Commission met Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
During the meeting:
• Former Commissioner Fred Van Soelen was honored for eight ye...
Clerk's office temporarily relocated
March 15th, 2012
The 9th Judicial District Court clerk’s office has temporarily relocated because of an air conditioning leak, Curry County Manager Lance Pyle said Thursday.
The leak in the clerk&rsquo...
Clovis teen faces felony charges
March 15th, 2012
A 16-year-old Clovis boy faces an assortment of felony charges after he is alleged to have stolen 10 guns from a local business “to take care of the bullies” in his life, Police Chief S...
Mayor's views of president point of contention in city meeting
March 15th, 2012
In the first Clovis City Commission meeting following the March 6 municipal election, Clovis citizens and commissioners debated new Mayor David Lansford’s views on President Obama, and whethe...
Religion calendar — March 16
March 15th, 2012
Sunday
Worship service and Sunday school — 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Sunday worship with communion Trinity Lutheran Church, ELCA, 1705 W. 21st St. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Informat...
Religion digest — March 16
March 15th, 2012
Video conference being hosted
The First Church of God in Clovis is hosting a love and respect videoconference two days next week.
The event, which will run 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mar...
amos the churchmouse: life in the wash-n-rinse cycle
March 15th, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor’s note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can’t operate the capit...
Religion column: Our ways not always God's ways
March 15th, 2012
I have always cherished the Bible verse found in Psalm 31:14-15. It reads: “I trust in you, O Lord; I say, ‘You are my God. My times are in your hands.’” (Psalm 31:14-15) Th...
Local Republicans inspire hope
March 15th, 2012
There is hope for America to overcome excessive indebtedness.
While attending our weekly Gideon prayer session on Saturday at a Clovis restaurant, I witnessed the Curry County Republican Com...
Border patrol waste of taxes
March 15th, 2012
I am not a believer in immigration laws or national borders. I know that’s a seriously radical admission, especially in these border states. Even more, I resent the Border Patrol vehicles I...
Discretionary funding needs reconsideration
March 15th, 2012
For the past few years, Bernalillo County commissioners have had their own pots of public money to pretty much use as they like — as long as it’s spent in “the public interest.&rd...
Police blotter — March 16
March 15th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:
Wednesday
• 8:13 a.m.: Call in reference to a suicide attempt, 500 block of Hinkle.
• 9:03 a.m...
Man no stranger to god-making
March 15th, 2012
“Make me a god!” It seems like such a strange request—until we realize how often we probably make this same request ourselves.
Israel’s children were waiting in the d...
Thursday morning briefing: Geek class, dancing shoes and mosquitoes
March 15th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Thursday briefing.
Become a geek
There’s a basic computer skills workshop from 9 a.m. to noon Friday at the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
Zias drop twin bill to Adams State
March 14th, 2012
PORTALES — Eastern New Mexico University’s softball team had chances late but came up short in both ends of a doubleheader against Adams State on Wednesday at Zia Softball Field.
What's happening — March 15
March 14th, 2012
Today
Pre-school story hour — 10 a.m., Clovis-Carver Public Library. Information: 769-7840
Basic computer skills workshop — 9 a.m. to no...
Police blotter — March 15
March 14th, 2012
Here is a sampling of police, sheriff and fire call logs:
Tuesday
• 11:16 a.m.: Caller reported driving by and seeing a male hitting a f...
P&Z commissioner quits over mayor's comments
March 14th, 2012
A Clovis Realtor resigned from the city’s Planning and Zoning Commission on Wednesday, saying he may get involved in a recall of Mayor David Lansford.
Brent “Bud” DaBell sa...
Education digest — March 15
March 14th, 2012
Students, teachers receive awards
Zia and Highland Elementary students and teachers recently received awards for participating in Constitution Week.
According to Jessie Strauch...
Education column: Program nurtures future teachers
March 14th, 2012
Last week I had occasion to spend time in Lisa Jo McCasland’s family and consumer science classroom at Clovis High School, talking with one of her students. McCasland and six of her students...
Meetings watch: Eastern Plains Council of Governments
March 14th, 2012
The Eastern Plains Council of Governments met Wednesday and reviewed the following reports:
Executive director’s report:
• Staffing report — No vacant positions at th...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
March 14th, 2012
The Clovis City Commission will meet 5:15 p.m. Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
Agenda items include:
• Selection of a new mayor pro-tem.
&...
Fishing report — March 15
March 14th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers, anglers, guides and local businesses. Conditions may v...
Attack on Christianity offensive
March 14th, 2012
Let’s say, hypothetically, a group of television industry folks gathered to brainstorm for ideas for a new prime-time soap opera.
Let’s say one of the creative minds in the group...
Marvin Menzies turned Aggies into contenders
March 14th, 2012
It’s time to give Marvin Menzies his due. The New Mexico State University basketball coach had big shoes to fill when he was hired in 2007 to replace the charismatic Reggie Theus, who left th...
Wednesday morning briefing: Jail explained and the deadline's looming
March 14th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Wednesday briefing.
Deadline looming
Tuesday is the only day for candidates to file for county or state offices in the June 5 primary election.
Hounds overhaul Cowboys
March 13th, 2012
PORTALES — The Eastern New Mexico University baseball team walked a tightrope on Tuesday, and eventually it paid off in a win.
New Mexico Highlands stranded 14 baserunners through eigh...
Police blotter — March 14
March 13th, 2012
Here are police, sheriff and fire call logs from Monday through 11 a.m. Tuesday:
• 12:45 a.m.: Caller reported a group of teenagers causing problem in the playground, 4300 block...
Developers discuss Cannon housing details
March 13th, 2012
An Atlanta-based developer met with about 80 developers Tuesday at the Clovis Civic Center to discuss details on a private housing plan at Cannon Air Force Base.
Schedule to start July 1, th...
Commissioners tout new jail plan
March 13th, 2012
The $9.3 million Curry County Commissioners say they need to expand and renovate the jail covers only the cost of the building, not furnishings or additional staff that may be needed.
Commis...
Magic altered perception of HIV
March 13th, 2012
Basketball was on my mind as I turned on the TV Sunday night, but I wasn’t even thinking about a bracket.
While Selection Sunday was upon us for the NCAA tournament, my mind was at the...
Proposed agency offers savings
March 13th, 2012
Defense officials have asked Congress to approve a new governance structure for the military health care system that, like higher TRICARE fees, would help to curb what, for a decade, have been runa...
Every vote counts — ask city councilman
March 13th, 2012
Does your vote really matter?
It can.
The New York Times in 2005 reported the median margin of victory in Congressional elections is 22 percent. That’s what economists Casey Mul...
What's happening — March 14
March 13th, 2012
Today
Toddler Time story hour — 10 a.m., Clovis-Carver Public Library. Information: 769-7840
Ethics training — 9:30 a.m., Clovis-Carver...
Press release: Udall talks Afghanistan, clean energy tax credits
March 13th, 2012
WASHINGTON – On his weekly radio call, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall today discussed the developing situation in Afghanistan, the extension of tax credits for clean energy, and his meetings with busi...
Tuesday morning briefing: Calling young artists and pumpkin for oil
March 13th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Tuesday briefing.
Art contest
The Congressional Art Competition is under way.
This annual competition allows members of Congress to displ...
County wasn’t hiding settlement
March 12th, 2012
I believe the editorial Clovis News Journal published Tuesday (“Commissioners should be more forthcoming”) was irresponsible.
It insinuated the county did something improper or w...
Criminal records should remain permanent
March 12th, 2012
Every few years, it seems, there is a move in the Legislature to get various criminal records expunged.
In 2007, it was sold as a way to protect victims of identity theft who were wrongly...
No. 3 Rambelles pound Zias twice
March 12th, 2012
PORTALES — The third-ranked Angelo State softball team more than lived up to its lofty spot in the NCAA Division II poll on Sunday.
Sophomore Carly Peters homered in each game of the s...
Business digest — March 13
March 12th, 2012
Finance authority accepting applications
The New Mexico Finance Authority (NMFA) is accepting applications through March 30 for awarding low-interest loans for businesses in qualified...
Everybody's business: Hiring employees big decision for business
March 12th, 2012
Imagine the risk and pressure of starting up and running a business by yourself — no paid employees to help you.
Can’t be many of those businesses, can there? Fact is, America ha...
What's happening — March 13
March 12th, 2012
Tuesday
Jail bond forum — 5:30 p.m., Clovis-Carver Public Library, north annex. Information provided on $9.3 million jail bond issue that goes befo...
Monday morning briefing: Catching a break and taking office
March 12th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Monday briefing.
Catch a break
Students at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales are observing spring break this week, starting today.
On the shelves — March 11
March 11th, 2012
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“The Body Language of Dating: Read His Signals, Send Your Own, and Get the Guy” by...
Gluten-free diet tips featured on show
March 11th, 2012
Information on indoor and outdoor picnics, using beeswax, and vegetables in the gluten-free diet will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday and noon on Thursd...
Club notes — March 11
March 11th, 2012
Beta Phi
Seven Beta Phi members and one guest attended the club’s regular meeting March 5 at Collene Baldwin’s house with Laura Loflin and Collene as hostesses.
In...
Senior happenings — March 11
March 11th, 2012
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: No dance at Los Abuelitos, change clocks one hour ahead.
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities quilting and...
Grandchildren’s visit highlight of spring break
March 11th, 2012
I’ve had exactly one spring break with the traditional (or actually, probably rare but celebrated) spring break trip. That was a few years ago, when we were able to go and see my grandson, wh...
Western shows full of cliches
March 10th, 2012
I think one of the reasons I love Westerns of both the big screen and television variety is that they’re so predictable and loaded with clichés.
My wife in particular is a fan o...
Tres Amigas road dollars a good start
March 10th, 2012
irst comes the road, then comes the superconductor power station. While development work continues to finance and design the $1.2 billion Tres Amigas plant north of Clovis, the first step of the t...
Staycation may be cost-effective spring break option
March 10th, 2012
With fuel costs inching to $4-a-gallon, long-distance spring break trips may be out of reach for many students and families. But spring break doesn't have to feel like an prison sentence of inactiv...
Views mixed on daylight saving time
March 10th, 2012
Usually we have no problem “falling back” but when it comes to “springing ahead,” daylight saving time can be an inconvenience, and residents and businesses in eastern New M...
What's happening — March 11
March 10th, 2012
Monday
Swearing-in ceremony — 3 p.m., Assembly Room, Bert Cabiness City Government Center, 321 N. Connelly St. For Mayor David Lansford, Commissioner...
Clovis High to honor alumni
March 9th, 2012
The Clovis Municipal Schools Foundation and Alumni Committee will honor six Clovis High School graduates whose achievements inspire and challenge today’s students 6 p.m. April 14 at the Clovi...
Martinez picks Chandler for Canadian River Commission
March 9th, 2012
Gov. Susana Martinez on Friday appointed Curry County Commissioner Caleb Chandler to the Canadian River Compact Commission, according to a news release from the office of the governor.
Chand...
McGee: Eastern New Mexico's high winds make an impression on newcomers
March 9th, 2012
A customer came in to the bike shop the other day. We got to chatting and it turns out she and her family are recent arrivals to the High Plains from Phoenix.
“Everybody was comp...
In search of ponies: Humans determined to harness time
March 9th, 2012
Oh, so you think you’re a zeitgeber, well who the heck gave you the right to control the universe?
After all, you may not get it, but every pet knows full well the world orbits that bo...
Press Release: Clovis schools hall will induct six
March 9th, 2012
The CMS Foundation and Alumni Committee have announced the Clovis High School 2012 Hall of Honor Awards. The purpose of the Hall of Honor Awards is to recognize and honor former graduates of Clovis...
Right, wrong differ from legality
March 9th, 2012
One common, and amusing, retort I encounter whenever I point out that not all laws are equally moral or ethical, is “It’s the LAW; you have to obey whether you agree or not.” Usua...
‘Assertive restraint’ needed to deal with Iran
March 9th, 2012
The specter of a showdown with Iran over that country’s pursuit of nuclear weapons is a crisis of Iran’s own making. The nation has sought trouble, you might say, and at times is practi...
Farmer's yogurt based on wife's family recipe
March 8th, 2012
Andle van der Ploeg loves yogurt. He particularly loves his wife, Sjierkje’s, homemade family recipe from the Netherlands.
“We just couldn’t find yogurt in the states like...
Religion calendar — March 9
March 8th, 2012
Sunday Worship service and Sunday school — 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Sunday worship with communion Trinity Lutheran Church, ELCA, 1705 W. 21st St. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Information: 763-4816....
What's happening — March 9
March 8th, 2012
Today
Yogurt manufacturing facility groundbreaking — 2 p.m., Mid Frisian Dairy, 507 CR 8, Clovis. Information: 763-6600
Musicians jam —...
Storm spotter's courses being offered
March 8th, 2012
Spring is a little more than a week away. So is the start of tornado season on the High Plains.
Eastern New Mexico spawns 75 percent of the state’s thunderstorms that produce tornadoes...
amos the churchmouse: larry the leapin lizard
March 8th, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can't operate the capital shift, and he shuns p...
Fresh coat of paint won't fool God
March 8th, 2012
I saw an advertisement in a large city newspaper that outlined all the summer activities that a certain city was providing for the school-age children.
Times have changed. When children live...
Thursday morning briefing: A tasty event, a volunteer and a chance of...
March 8th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Thursday briefing.
A tasty groundbreaking
There’s a groundbreaking 2 p.m. Friday at Mid Frisian Dairy in Clovis for
Freanna Origina...
Fishing report — March 8
March 8th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers, anglers, guides and local businesses. Conditio...
Letters to the editor: Jail treatment cover-up abominable
March 7th, 2012
Jail treatment cover-up abominable
Those responsible for the evil, merciless, cruel, outrageous, uncivilized actions toward Orlando Salas in the Curry County juvenile detention center...
Clovis’ voice clear in results of mayor race
March 7th, 2012
David Lansford’s overwhelmingly victory in the Clovis mayor’s race sends a clear message that a majority of Clovis voters believe quality of life — and its different meaning for...
Press release: Alamogordo attorney convicted
March 7th, 2012
Alamogordo, NM — Ninth Judicial District Attorney Matthew Chandler announced that Alamogordo attorney and most recent Otero County Bar Association President Raymond Van Arnam, age 60, was con...
Clovis farmers opening yogurt facility
March 7th, 2012
Clovis dairy farmers Andle and Sjierkje van der Ploeg and family will soon open a yogurt manufacturing facility at Mid Frisian Dairy in Clovis, according to a press release from the Clovis Industri...
Two county capital projects vetoed
March 7th, 2012
Gov. Susana Martinez has vetoed $105,000 in projects from Curry County’s capital outlay request totaling $960,000.
The biggest cut by Martinez on Wednesday was $100,000 requested to he...
Meetings watch: CCC Board of Trustees
March 7th, 2012
The Clovis Community College Board of Trustees approved the following agenda items at its Wednesday meeting:
• Spring 2012 graduation list
According to Clovis Community College P...
Education column: Students get first-hand look at engineering
March 7th, 2012
Following upon recent articles where we’ve provided updates on construction across the school district, I went this week to observe construction actually taking place inside a classroom at...
Forums to be conducted on jail bond issue
March 7th, 2012
Curry County jail Administrator Gerry Billy will conduct four public forums on a $9.3 million bond issue referendum scheduled for April 3.
The public forums are:
• 5:30 p.m. Tue...
Education digest — March 9
March 7th, 2012
Teacher of year nominations open
Clovis Municipal Schools is accepting nominations for teacher of the year and support staff of the year for 2012-2013, according to a news release fro...
Zias, UTPB split doubleheader
March 7th, 2012
ODESSA, Texas — Senior Cassie Beene delivered a two-out, go-ahead RBI double in the sixth inning Wednesday, lifting Eastern New Mexico University’s softball team past Texas-Permian Basi...
Press release: Yogurt facility holding groundbreaking
March 7th, 2012
Clovis, New Mexico – A groundbreaking will take place for a yoghurt manufacturing facility on Friday, March 9th at 2:00 p.m. at Mid Frisian Dairy in Clovis, New Mexico. The yoghurt facility...
Clovis voice clear in mayor race: Less government preferred
March 7th, 2012
David Lansford’s overwhelmingly victory in the Clovis mayor’s race sends a clear message that a majority of Clovis voters believe quality of life — and its different meaning for e...
Wednesday morning briefing: Food, computer help and a corny law
March 7th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Wednesday briefing.
Food distribution set
The Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico’s commodity distribution is 1 p.m. today at the Memorial Bui...
Naïve leaders can be as dangerous as evil ones
March 7th, 2012
You don’t have to be an English major to be amazed by the power of words, but the English major under my hat is still amazed every time I open a really great book and find myself inside the h...
Citizens vote to ban dual commission service
March 6th, 2012
Clovis citizens overwhelmingly approved a ban on dual commission service, rejecting the process by more than a 4-to-1 margin.
In all, 3,742 voted for adding Section 2-6 to the Clovis City Ch...
Commission incumbents retain seats; Taylor-Sawyer wins District 2
March 6th, 2012
Though Clovis voters changed their mayor in the Tuesday municipal elections, the city commission will be mostly unaltered.
Randy Crowder, Bobby Sandoval and Chris Bryant retained their seats...
Voter turnout second lowest of at-large mayoral races
March 6th, 2012
Voter turnout for the Clovis municipal election was about double the amount for the 2010, non-mayoral race. But the 27.5 percent turnout was the second-lowest turnout, percentage-wise, of the five...
Bullying won’t get Limbaugh’s message across
March 6th, 2012
The language wasn’t the worst part about Rush Limbaugh’s tirade last week, in which he called a Georgetown University law student a “slut” and a “prostitute” b...
Lansford wins mayor's race (updated)
March 6th, 2012
David Lansford wins Clovis mayoral election over incumbent Gayla Brumfield with 62.5 percent of vote — 2,914 to 1,718
Here's staff writer Kevin...
Heather Wilson talks election issues
March 6th, 2012
U.S. Senate candidate Heather Wilson believes government deregulation is key to a healthy economy and job growth.
Wilson called recent Environmental Protection Agency, Department of Labor an...
Absentee, early voting begins on bond issue
March 6th, 2012
Absentee and early voting started Tuesday for a special $9.3 bond issue referendum on April 3, according to Curry County Clerk Connie Jo Lyman.
Ballots can be obtained at the clerk’s o...
Navajos look to invest in grid connection project
March 6th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE — A $1.5 billion effort to link the United States’ three major electricity grids has caught the attention of one of the country’s largest American Indian tribes as it...
Municipal election ballots
March 6th, 2012
Ballot for today’s municipal election. Polls are open 7 a.m.-7 p.m.
Clovis
Mayor
• Gayla D. Brumfield — 1,710
• Davis M. Lansf...
Tuesday morning briefing: Show time and a tax scam
March 6th, 2012
Good morning, and welcome to the Clovis Media, Inc. Tuesday morning briefing.
And Bingo was the show ... oh: The Clovis Community College Cultural Arts Series is bringing &ldq...
Hounds fall to Cameron in tourney
March 5th, 2012
ABILENE, Texas — Six Cameron players collected at least two hits and the Aggies outslugged Eastern New Mexico University 15-9 on Sunday to wrap up the ACU Classic baseball round-robin, hosted...
Commissioners should be more forthcoming
March 5th, 2012
There’s something seriously wrong with a system that allows Curry County to secretly pay a jail inmate $450,000.
But it happened in December 2010, and we warn everyone it can happen...
Local, national elections gearing up
March 5th, 2012
The first Tuesday in November is Election Day. The first Tuesday in March is one of the most important dates leading up to it.
“Super Tuesday,” as it’s widely known, is one...
Business digest — March 6
March 5th, 2012
Outreach conference scheduled
A small business outreach conference has been scheduled for 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. March 13 at the Clovis Civic Center for subcontractors and suppliers to w...
Ingle seeking re-election
March 5th, 2012
Sen. Stuart Ingle, R-Portales, announced Monday he will seek re-election to his District 27 seat, which includes all of Roosevelt and De Baca counties and portions of Curry, Chaves and Lea counties...
Shooting 'supposedly' over stolen stereo, according to police report
March 5th, 2012
The shooting of a Portales man Friday in the parking lot of a motel on Mabry Drive was “supposedly” over a stolen stereo system, according to a Clovis police incident report obtained Mo...
Press release: Clovis schools seek nominees for teacher, support staff...
March 5th, 2012
Do you know an exceptional employee at Clovis Municipal Schools that is making a positive difference in the lives of our students? Nominate that person for Clovis Schools Teacher of the Year or Suppor...
Political flier focuses on driver's licenses for illegal immigrants
March 5th, 2012
A political flier distributed last week to Clovis residents cited the Clovis News Journal as a source for its information. The flier's subject was municipal candidates' positions on driver's licenses...
Monday morning briefing: Spring flowers, local authors and a huge fad
March 5th, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Monday briefing.
Spring flowers
March 22-23, Plains Regional Medical Center Hospice will be selling arrangements and bundles of daffodils.
McMurry eliminated
March 4th, 2012
BELTON, Texas — Felix Friedt scored a career-high 35 points, and the Whitworth Pirates eliminated McMurry with a 90-79 victory in the opening round of the Division III men’s basketball...
Five-run sixth boosts Texans past ENMU
March 4th, 2012
ABILENE, Texas — Tarleton State scored five runs in the bottom of the sixth, putting seven consecutive hitters on base after the leadoff man was retired, and the Texans went on to an 8-2 win...
Mustangs finish off sweep in extra innings
March 4th, 2012
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — Mallory Mooney’s one-out RBI double in the bottom of the ninth on Saturday gave Midwestern State a 6-5 win over Eastern New Mexico University and a sweep of their...
Letters to the editor: Lansford’s leadership skills proven
March 3rd, 2012
Lansford’s leadership skills proven
I respect the job Gayla Brumfield has done as mayor. Every leader operates with different strengths and objectives.
I have stayed out...
Public safety should be cause for concern
March 3rd, 2012
A federal nuclear safety board — not rabid antinuclear protesters or perennial not-in-my-backyard nuclear critics — contends the reactor at Sandia National Labs might pose safety issues...
Bloggers speculating governor wants changes
March 3rd, 2012
If Republican Gov. Susana Martinez has started a war within her own party as some political bloggers are speculating, few are talking about it for the record.
Speculation centers on two of e...
Science fair results
March 3rd, 2012
Results for Clovis students at the Eastern New Mexico Regional Science Fair on Feb. 25 in Portales:
Clovis Christian Schools
• Ethan Hill, first in earth and planet...
Senior happenings — March 3
March 3rd, 2012
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities quilting and sewing
Tuesday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities quilting and sew...
On the shelves — March 4
March 3rd, 2012
The following books are available at
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Deep Trails in the Old West: A Frontier Memoir” by Frank Clifford offers an enterta...
Police offering text, web tip system
March 3rd, 2012
Clovis residents can help local law enforcement fight crime by providing anonymous text message and web tips.
The Clovis Police Department has partnered with CrimeReports, a company speciali...
Card making tips featured on show
March 3rd, 2012
Information on creating background paper to coordinate with cards and more, making a fleece quilt, and making a Dorae Maedeup bracelet will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” 9...
Club notes — March 4
March 3rd, 2012
Fairfield club
The Fairfield club met Feb. 24 at Cheyenne Meadows with 10 members present for a pot luck luncheon.
A suggestion was made to help with the angel tree at Christma...
School menus — March 4
March 3rd, 2012
Clovis elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Sausage biscuit Lunch — Tater tots, spinach salad and applesauce.
Tuesday: Breakfast — French toast. Lunch — Beefy...
Clovis man in stable condition after shooting
March 3rd, 2012
A 26-year-old Clovis man police say was shot in the chest outside a motel was in serious but stable condition Saturday at a Lubbock Hospital.
Police said Jerry Abeyta was found in the 1300 b...
Former jail administrator paid $65,000 in settlement
March 3rd, 2012
Another insurance settlement paid out on behalf of Curry County that wasn’t made public was some $65,000 to former jail Administrator Lois Bean.
County Attorney Stephen Doerr confirmed...
Warm weather sparks thoughts of outdoors
March 3rd, 2012
The recent, though probably not permanent, trend of warm weather turns one's thoughts to outdoor activities. This is especially true when that trend is coupled with the garage cleaning — the...
Film shows Navy SEAL’s dedication
March 3rd, 2012
It’s not too often that an action movie moves grown men to the sniffles but I’ll wager “Act of Valor” had lots of big tough guys wiping tears away in the dark.
I most...
Press release: Clovis police investigating Friday shooting
March 3rd, 2012
Press release: Clovis police investigating Friday shooting
Clovis – March 3, 2012 – On Friday, March 2, 2012, at approximately 4:49 PM, Clovis Police were dispatched to t...
Press release: Clovis Police launch text messaging tip service
March 2nd, 2012
For the first time, citizens across Clovis now have the ability to provide anonymous crime fighting tips through the power of anonymous text messaging and WebTips...
Curry County Cats-New Mexico Titans preview
March 2nd, 2012
New Mexico Titans at Curry County Cats
2 p.m. today, Leon Williams Stadium
• Tickets: $5, free for childr...
Zias end five-game skid
March 2nd, 2012
WICHITA FALLS, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University softball team got its Lone Star Conference schedule off on the right foot on Friday, beating Midwestern State 6-3 in the opener of a thre...
Change to county grievance procedure tabled
March 2nd, 2012
Curry County commissioners were poised Friday to delete a grievance procedure from their employee personnel policy.
Then, four department chiefs objected and the measure failed in a flurry of confu...
Police investigating possible drive-by shooting
March 2nd, 2012
At least seven shots were apparently fired at a house in the 1100 block of West 12th Street about 8:30 p.m. Thursday in what police are calling a drive-by shooting.
No one was injured in the shooti...
In search of ponies: Gadgets not limited to human
March 2nd, 2012
It was around the 14th century or so when some anonymous irreverent farmer took a highly prized religious implement and hung it from the neck of his best sheep — and thus the precious bell wa...
McGee: Conversations with insects best kept to yourself
March 2nd, 2012
It was early morning.
The sunrise was still two hours away.
I shuffled into the kitchen, flipped on the light and there was a cockroach skittering around in the sink.
I stared...
Governor signs state budget, vetoes $2 million
March 2nd, 2012
SANTA FE — Republican Gov. Susana Martinez agreed Friday with most of the budget handiwork of the Democratic-controlled Legislature, signing a $5.6 billion spending blueprint that will boost the...
Friday morning briefing: A video game, fair warning and a lazy daughte...
March 2nd, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Friday briefing.
Video game of the week
Our own Jenna Zamie’s pick for the best of the best games out there.
Game: Syn...
'The Root of All Kinds of Evil' still thrives
March 2nd, 2012
I’m not sure it would be particularly appropriate for me to begin, “There should be a special place in hell for . . .”
So I won’t. But I’m tempted to. (And there reall...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
March 1st, 2012
The Clovis City Commission met Thursday at the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
Dan Stoddard was not in attendance.
During the meeting:
• The commission ag...
Commission approves zoo upgrade priority list
March 1st, 2012
City Commissioner Randy Crowder wanted other commissioners to stop and take a breath at the costs of park improvements due to cost overruns in golf course renovations.
The commission opted t...
Seven face felony charges after drug busts
March 1st, 2012
Seven Clovis people face felony charges after Region V Drug Task Force agents made arrests, seized cash, drugs, a motorcycle and a firearm throughout the last three days in Clovis, according to Cur...
Jail renovations focus of county meeting
March 1st, 2012
An architect’s plan for more than $9 million in renovations and a possible addition to the Curry County jail is the focus of a special meeting 9 a.m. Friday.
The meeting at the Clovis-...
Ballot and polling locations
March 1st, 2012
Mayor
• Gayla D. Brumfield
• Davis M. Lansford
Commissioner District 1
• Janice A. Elliott
• Randall S. Crowder
Commis...
Dodge announces re-election plans
March 1st, 2012
Democrat George Dodge of Santa Rosa plans to run for re-election for District 63 in the state House of Representatives.
The district includes Curry, Roosevelt, De Baca and Guadalupe counties...
amos the churchmouse: j sterling seeks his fortune
March 1st, 2012
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor's note: Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hurling himself at the computer keyboard, but he can't operate the capital shift, and he shuns pu...
Press release: Seven people face felony charges after drug bust in Clo...
March 1st, 2012
During the course of the last three days, Agents assigned to the Region V Drug Task Force have arrested seven individuals and seized $3,000 of cocaine, $5000 in cash currency, a custom motorcycle,...
Assisting children starts close to home
March 1st, 2012
In a commentary by Bill Glass, founder of Bill Glass Ministries, he told of an incident at a Seattle Special Olympics event some years ago. Bill Glass has a grandson with Down’s Syndrome....
Clovis trio looking to make playoff run
March 1st, 2012
It’s the last year for a Clovis trio in Abilene, Texas — and in another way, it’s a last year for the McMurry basketball team they’re a part of.
Coached by former Clo...
Tornado reports cause for concern
March 1st, 2012
Tornadoes and reports of them make us nervous. That’s because residents in eastern New Mexico and the Texas Panhandle have either experienced the storms’ violence or at least seen the d...
Libertarianism offers contentment
March 1st, 2012
Life. Family. Friends. Those are things that really matter. At least, to me. I hope those are the things that really matter to you, too, regardless of where you might place yourself on the politica...
Religion calendar — March 2
March 1st, 2012
Sunday Worship service and Sunday school — 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., Sunday worship with communion Trinity Lutheran Church, ELCA, 1705 W. 21st St. Sunday School: 9:15 a.m. Information: 763-4816....
State of the City address text
March 1st, 2012
Editor's note: The following is Clovis Mayor Gayla Brumfield's State of the City address, provided in advance by city staff:
2011 was a great year for our community as we continued to...
Curry inmate receives $450,000 in settlement
March 1st, 2012
Curry County, or at least the board of directors of its insurance provider, agreed in December 2010 to pay a Clovis man $450,000 for his alleged mistreatment while housed at the juvenile detention...
Thursday morning briefing: Senate work, stars shine and Mantle says it...
March 1st, 2012
Good morning and welcome to the Friday briefing.
Intern opportunity
Sen. Tom Udall invites New Mexico college students interested in gaining legislative or press relations expe...
