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ENMU squads looking to build
August 31st, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University’s cross country teams made their best showings ever in the Lone Star Conference meet last fall. Fourth-year coach Eric Boll is optimistic they can improve on it...
Quay traffic stop nets pot cache
August 31st, 2010
A Georgia man is in federal custody following a traffic stop resulting in the seizure of 900 pounds of marijuana near Tucumcari.
Forrest McLaughlin of Atlanta was arrested by a New Mexico M...
Residents express concerns over wind turbines
August 31st, 2010
Talk early, talk often. That was the message during Tuesday’s public meeting in Melrose to discuss the findings and recommendations of a joint land use study.
The $140,000 federally fu...
Hounds offensive coordinator expected to make full recovery
August 31st, 2010
PORTALES — Veteran Eastern New Mexico University offensive coordinator Mike Howard, who underwent triple bypass surgery on Monday night in Lubbock after experiencing chest pains earlier in th...
Phone call leads to suspect's capture
August 31st, 2010
A phone call from a citizen led to the capture Tuesday of a man Clovis police have been seeking for about six months.
Gabriel Chavez was taken into custody without incident just before 5 p.m...
Gus Macker tournament rescheduled for Saturday
August 31st, 2010
Gus Macker is taking another shot at Clovis.
A 3-on-3 basketball tournament originally set for June is scheduled to tip off 8 a.m. Saturday in the east parking lots of Clovis Community Colle...
Autopsy indicates Clovis girl did not suffocate
August 31st, 2010
Preliminary autopsy findings show a 2-year-old Clovis girl did not suffocate as police initially thought.
Aspen Reiller died Sunday after her parents reported they woke around 10 a.m. and fo...
Another inbox deleted from life
August 31st, 2010
I’ve had seven e-mail addresses in my life. I mourned the death of No. 3 on Tuesday.
Go.com announced it was phasing out its service, which shouldn’t have come as a surprise. I d...
Rebuilding after disaster homeowners’ responsibility
August 31st, 2010
News outlets are reporting heavily about the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, which hit the Mississippi coast on Aug. 29, 2005. Heavy rain from the huge storm
overwhelmed the levees surroun...
‘Quality of life’ benefit falls short
August 31st, 2010
Disabled veterans were thrilled in 2007 when the Veterans Disability Benefits Commission asked Congress to enact an immediate “quality of life” increase to disability payments from the...
Suffocation ruled out in child's death
August 31st, 2010
Preliminary autopsy findings indicate a 2 year-old girl who died Sunday did not suffocate as police initially thought.
“There were no indications of suffocation or any means of a physi...
Tuesday morning briefing: A winner, local 4-H hall of famers and the d...
August 31st, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Tuesday briefing.Final winner
John Zitzelsberger is this fifth, and final, winner in the drawing for The Freedom New Mex...
First NFL cutdown today
August 30th, 2010
Tuesday is the first of two cut-down days this week for NFL teams.
Clovis native Hank Baskett, who rejoined the Eagles after spending a season with the Indianapolis Colts, is competing with...
Inmate no longer being sought by law enforcement
August 30th, 2010
An inmate authorities believed was released from jail by mistake Thursday is no longer being sought by law enforcement because a federal immigration hold has expired.
Monday morning, the Cur...
One killed, one injured in crash near Carlsbad
August 30th, 2010
A 35-year-old Clovis man was killed in a single-vehicle crash near Carlsbad Sunday afternoon, which also critically injured his 11-year-old passenger.
Juan Castillo was driving his 2000 Isuz...
Grand juries tool of law
August 30th, 2010
Grand jury investigations have a lot of usefulness and can be a helpful tool in determining criminal charges and providing insight into a case, according to Kathryn Gurley, Parmer County Texas dist...
Bond history: Turnouts low, approvals high
August 30th, 2010
Turnout generally runs low, and approval generally runs high.
At least, that’s been the recent pattern for school bond elections, leading up to today’s bond question.
A $1...
Communities recognized for service
August 30th, 2010
Several local communities recently received recognition from the state for outstanding service.
The Community Development Branch of the Department of Finance and Administration recognized fi...
For everything there is a season ...
August 30th, 2010
I love seasons. And I’m thankful indeed to live in a place where we really have them.
I like summer, though it is not my favorite. The best thing about summer, I think, is that since k...
Emissions cap would be disaster
August 30th, 2010
It would be a grave mistake for New Mexico to impose the strict greenhouse gas emission cap that is being considered by the Environmental Improvement Board.
The proposed cap, which would app...
CLGA appreciates Clovis muni course
August 30th, 2010
Please allow me this opportunity to congratulate the Clovis Ladies Golf Association for providing another wonderful year of golfing for the ladies of Clovis.
By providing lessons, the member...
Glenn Beck’s dream not so far-fetched
August 30th, 2010
Glenn Beck has a dream.
Beck envisions a country that will forever embrace the principles of integrity, truth and honor established by the men and women who founded the United States. He dre...
Lone Star Conference football roundup — Aug. 30
August 30th, 2010
Standings
School LSC All
North Division
Eastern New Mexico 0-0 1-0
East Central 0-0 0-0
Northeastern State 0-0 0-0
Texas A&M-Co...
Press release: Clovis man killed in Carlsbad crash
August 30th, 2010
Carlsbad – Juan Castillo 35 y.o. of Clovis New Mexico was killed in a motor vehicle crash this weekend leaving his 11 y.o. passenger in critical condition.
Sunday afternoon State Polic...
Monday morning briefing: Meet the governor, football and kitchen tips
August 30th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Monday briefing.
Meet the Gov
Gov. Bill Richardson plans to announce a $125,000 grant to Eastern New Mexico University's...
Clovis police investigating child death
August 29th, 2010
Clovis police are investigating the death of a 2-year-old girl Sunday in a military housing unit.
Police and medical personnel were dispatched to 4221 Lew Wallace Drive just before 10 a.m. f...
Clovis part of scenic route
August 28th, 2010
The route from Fort Worth, Texas to Las Vegas, N.M., is 639.8 miles, and it runs through Clovis, New Mexico.
The subject of this Route Book I’ve had for many years is furnished to tou...
Reunions — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2010
Clovis High School’s class of 1960 will hold its 50th reunion at the Clovis Civic Center Sept. 10-11. Registration will be Sept. 10, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. CHS graduates and teachers from 1951-1961...
Club notes — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2010
Friendship Rebekah Lodge
The Friendship Rebekah Lodge held its regular meeting 2 p.m. Aug. 22 at 405 Main St. Members discussed and made plans for the upcoming rummage sale, which is...
On the shelves — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Pueblo People: Ancient Traditions, Modern Lives” by Marcia Keegan was given by Osc...
Card, stationary making featured on show
August 28th, 2010
Information on turning passion into a reality, making cards and stationery by machine and organizing a home office will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesda...
Senior happenings — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: 1-5 p.m., Dance at Senior Center. Music by Un Poquito Mas.
School menus — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — English muffin with egg and cheese. Lunch — Corn dog, baked French fries, mini carrots and ranch, fruit salad.
Tuesday: Break...
Crying not sign of weakness
August 28th, 2010
Popular enough, on Facebook and other social networking sites, are those questionnaires that reveal categorical details about who you are, by insight into certain categories-favorite food, best mov...
Hotel offers historic experience
August 28th, 2010
Do you believe in ghosts?
For me I guess the answer would be no but I do enjoy the stories and legends. If a ghost story helps put a person in a period of history and brings that history t...
Start of Hounds football game delayed again
August 28th, 2010
The start of Eastern New Mexico University's football game tonight against Southern Nazarene at Greyhound Stadium has been delay again at 7:20 p.m. because lightning.
The game is the season...
Public record — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2010
The following felony criminal cases were recently closed through the 9th Judicial District Court.
The list below contains defendants’ names, years of birth and case numbers.
To...
Emissions program hearing set for Thursday
August 28th, 2010
Clovis is one of five stops on the state Environmental Improvement Board’s schedule to discuss a greenhouse gas emissions program.
The hearing is 2 p.m. Thursday at the Clovis Civic C...
Aug. 29 weekly update
August 28th, 2010
Sheriff investigating attack on jail officer
The Curry County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident at the jail Tuesday in which a detention officer was allegedly struc...
Police blotter — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 8 a.m. Aug. 18 an officer on traffic patrol in the area of 14th and Hickory s...
Higher education master plan up for discussion at town hall meetings
August 28th, 2010
Members of the public have a chance to tell state officials what they want in higher education in New Mexico.
Higher Education Department Secretary Viola Florez and members of her staff are...
Editorial: School voters have key questions to consider
August 28th, 2010
Voters will determine in Tuesday’s special election whether to support a $16 million bond issue for Clovis Municipal Schools construction projects. Those include building a third...
School bond election set for Tuesday
August 28th, 2010
Clovis Municipal Schools plans to use money generated from Tuesday’s bond election to upgrade buildings and technology across the district.The $16-million bond issue, if approved...
Robertson cruises past Portales
August 27th, 2010
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Portales couldn’t get a stop on defense Friday and a high-powered Robertson running game rolled over the Rams 41-6 in the season-opener for both teams.
The Card...
Clovis beats Alamogordo 40-0 for Roanhaus' 300th win
August 27th, 2010
Eric Ronahaus' 300th coaching career win at Clovis was much like his first 299. A powerful running game, a few passes and stout defense.
Roanhaus is third all-time in footbal wins behind Jim...
Curry inmate released despite immigration hold
August 27th, 2010
Law enforcement is searching for an inmate who was released Thursday night from the Curry County jail despite an immigration hold.
Detention Center Administrator Keith Norwood said Ramiro Ch...
Texico student elected to state 4-H position
August 27th, 2010
A Texico High student was elected to the 2010-11 State 4-H Council Officer Team, chosen during the 87th annual State 4-H Conference in Las Cruces in July.
Wil Hodnett of Texico was elected t...
In search of ponies: Animal 'collecting' takes balance
August 27th, 2010
"Exactly how many animals do you have?” asked a man who said he reads my column regularly.
I have to admit, I had to run a quick count.
And a couple weeks ago when a nasty funk...
McGee: I'm OK with going global
August 27th, 2010
We might as well get used to customer service centers from the other side of the planet. I have this feeling we’re going to being dealing with them for more and more stuff.
You’r...
ENMU guard Nelson opts not to return
August 27th, 2010
PORTALES — Guard Reggie Nelson, Eastern New Mexico University’s co-leading scorer during the 2009-10 basketball season, will not be back for the Greyhounds this season.
Hounds co...
Prep football scoreboard — Aug. 27
August 27th, 2010
Clovis 40, Alamogordo 0
Las Vegas Robertson 41, Portales 6
Texico 14, Dexter 0
Fort Sumner 32, New Mexico Military 17
Melrose 50, Logan 36
Clovis Christian 47, Do...
Prep football scoreboard
August 27th, 2010
Clovis 40, Alamogordo 0
Las Vegas Robertson 41, Portales 6
Texico 14, Dexter 0
Fort Sumner 32, New Mexico Military 17
Melrose 50, Logan 36
Clovis Christian 47, Do...
Friday morning briefing: Performance horses, step back in time and Hep...
August 27th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Horse performance
Just in time for the Clovis Livestock Auction horse sale Saturday...a warm-up of osrts...
No matter our status, we all need Christ
August 26th, 2010
Last week, I was out shopping for a birthday gift and ran into Barbara in the town section. I had not seen her in months. She was with her 4-year-old granddaughter Maggie.
Barbara and Maggi...
Grady mayor asks county for direct road to Cannon Air Force Base
August 26th, 2010
Grady residents are hoping a straight shot from Cannon Air Force Base is just the shot an economically- and population-depressed village needs.
An upgrade of about eight miles of Curry Road...
a view from under the pew: moody mouse preaches to the atheists
August 26th, 2010
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 calendar — Aug. 27
August 26th, 2010
Saturday
Matt’s Coffee House Inter-Denominational Concert — 7 p.m., First Methodist Church. Every third Saturday of the month. Free refreshment...
Times piece insulting to Muslims
August 26th, 2010
Do I search for hypocrisies among my adversaries? Only when it is too obvious to miss.
And what if anything is wrong with hypocrisy? So what if you are a liar but make a big deal about conde...
Rain always cause for celebration
August 26th, 2010
We got some rain last night. First thing this morning I went out and checked my back yard rain gauge. It showed four tenths of an inch. As I emptied it so the next hoped-for rainfall could be measu...
Roanhaus' success based on dedication
August 26th, 2010
Say what you will about Eric Roanhaus — and football fans around the region have said plenty in his 33 seasons as Clovis High School’s head coach — but don’t forget to cal...
Stream commission to discuss extending water rights
August 26th, 2010
Extending water rights reservation fees for Ute Lake among 12 local entities is on the agenda today at a New Mexico Interstate Stream Commission meeting.
Village of Logan Manager Larry Walli...
Thursday morning briefing: Cannon, water fights and who's on first
August 26th, 2010
Good morning. It’s the Freedom New Mexico Thursday morning briefing.
Ideas sought
The Joint Land Use Study Committee is hosting a public meeting 7 p.m. Tuesday at t...
Five Oklahoma schools leaving LSC after 2010-11
August 25th, 2010
RICHARDSON, Texas — Five Oklahoma schools that have already announced they are leaving the Lone Star Conference now will depart after the 2010-11 school year.
Conference Commissioner S...
Contraband reports up at jail
August 25th, 2010
The Curry County Adult Detention Center has seen a spike in contraband discoveries the past two months, timed with the launch of inmate work details at the facility.
During July and August,...
Texas students forced to make tough choices
August 25th, 2010
I t’s been said that in many Texas towns, the high school football coach has more influence than the mayor. High school sports is a big part of secondary education in the state — some...
Letter to the editor: Clovis muni course good bargain
August 25th, 2010
When I read Mike Majors’ letter to the editor — “Time to do away with golf course” — in last Thursday’s paper, I was appalled.
He said the Clovis Municipa...
Melrose couple plans to spend lottery winnings on new floors
August 25th, 2010
A Melrose couple who won $50,000 from a scratch lottery ticket Sunday plan to install new floors in their home and share their winnings with their children.
Mary Vineyard told lottery offici...
Education digest — Aug. 26
August 25th, 2010
CHS hosting open house
Clovis High School is holding an open house for parents and students on Monday, according to a news release.
Counselors will run an abbreviated schedule...
Area volleyball roundup — Aug. 25
August 25th, 2010
Texico 3, Lubbock Christian 0
Texico 25 25 25
Lubb. Christian 21 16 17
Texico individual statistics
Kills — Jaylyn Cooper 15, Shaylee A...
Press release: DWI checkpoint scheduled for Saturday
August 25th, 2010
On Saturday, August 28, 2010, from 10:00 PM to 02:00 AM, Saturday,
September 4th from 10:00 PM to 02:00 AM, and Monday, September 6th
from 05:00PM to 09:00PM, Officers of the Clovis P...
Wednesday morning briefing: Video games, fire rules and a good play, C...
August 25th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Wednesday briefing.Video game of the week
The latest from our own game specialist Jenna Zamie.
Game: Harvest...
Pigskin preview team capsules: Logan Longhorns
August 24th, 2010
8-man District 2
• Coach: Billy Burns (10th year at Logan)
• 2009 record: 7-3
• Returning starters (offense): 4
• Returning starters (defense)...
Pigskin preview team capsules: Melrose Buffaloes
August 24th, 2010
8-man District 4
• Coach: Dickie Roybal (14th year, 113-38; 14th year overall at Melrose)
• 2009 record: 13-0 (4-0, 1st, 8-man District 4). The Buffs ha...
Soccer: Rams, Lady Rams fall
August 24th, 2010
Girls
Roswell 3, Portales 2
Records: Portales 2-2, Roswell 3-0
Difference: Roswell took an early 2-0 lead and held on for the win.
Differe...
Volleyball: Portales sweeps Hobbs
August 24th, 2010
Portales def. Hobbs 25-10, 25-23, 25-19
Records: Portales 1-0, Hobbs 0-1.
Difference: Portales held on for a 25-23 win in the second game.
Difference-ma...
Future of ministry now
August 24th, 2010
On my desk for months has been a little book I’ve finally opened. It has been eye-opening.
In the Name of Jesus was written by priest, professor, and writer Henri Nouwen and includes...
Licensing rule reveals multiple pet ordinance violators
August 24th, 2010
Police Chief Steve Sanders said an unexpected result of a city pet licensing ordinance passed in July is the discovery numerous residents are violating a multiple pet ordinance.
But Sanders...
Housing survey contains few surprises
August 24th, 2010
A lot of data compilation, and very little surprise.
That’s what the city discovered when it put together results of its affordable housing survey, commissioned in June with responses...
Judge: Teen to stay in custody through trial
August 24th, 2010
Prosecutors said a district judge Tuesday ordered a 13-year-old charged with murder to remain in custody throughout the prosecution of his case.
D’Angelo Montoya has been held at the C...
General manager: Fair attendance up
August 24th, 2010
More than 3,000 people attended the Curry County Fair this year than last, according to Curry County Events Center and Fairgrounds General Manager Kevin Jolley.
Jolley said 23,469 people pur...
ENMU's Mitchell earns third All-America honor
August 24th, 2010
PORTALES — Eastern New Mexico senior cornerback Rodney Mitchell of Sarasota, Fla., has been selected a second-team preseason All-America by D2Football.com. The honor marked the third preseaso...
Embryos best left to owners’ discretion
August 24th, 2010
A federal judge on Monday put a halt on President Barack Obama’s 2009 announcement that research could begin on new stem cells. At this stage in the debate, the ruling was the right thing...
Military Update: Group hopes to ease GI Bill process
August 24th, 2010
Veterans and service members eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill already have an outstanding education benefit. But it soon could become even more valuable and easier to use.
The Senate Vete...
Blaming the victim? Poll-lease
August 24th, 2010
I guess it shouldn’t be a big deal that 18 percent of Americans think President Obama is a Muslim. I’m guessing more people than that liked Coke II.
But I know why people liked C...
Press release: Hounds' Mitchell garners third preseason honor
August 24th, 2010
PORTALES, N.M.— Senior cornerback Rodney Mitchell (Sarasota, Fla./Palmetto HS/NMMI) from the Eastern New Mexico University football team has been selected Preseason Second Team D2Football.com...
Fishing report — Aug. 24
August 24th, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, AUG. 24, 2010: NEW MEXICO FISHING REPORT This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and thefishphone.com, has been generated from the best informa...
Tuesday morning briefing: Middle school at issue and a Beatles killer
August 24th, 2010
Good morning. It’s the Freedom new Mexico Tuesday morning briefing.Contest winner
Jennette Lovett is the latest winner of the $50 Ace Hardware gift card in the Cnjon...
Land use committee approves conflict reduction list
August 23rd, 2010
The Joint Land Use Study Policy Committee on Monday approved presentation of a proposed study-area map and a list of possible actions to reduce conflicts in land and airspace use between Cannon Air...
Police blotter — Aug. 24
August 23rd, 2010
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 8 a.m. Aug. 11, an officer responded to a report of arson in the 100 block of...
Redbox adds kiosk in Texico
August 23rd, 2010
Redbox, the company that distributes and maintains red automated DVD rental kiosks, has announced the opening of a new location at the Stripes convenience store, 225 Wheeler St., Texico.
Con...
New McDonald's opening day set
August 23rd, 2010
McDonald’s owner John Snowberger said opening day for his newest location is planned for Sept. 7.
Snowberger said the North Prince Street restaurant is expected to open for business at...
Meetings watch: Board to consider land for proposed middle school
August 23rd, 2010
The Clovis Municipal Schools board of education meets 5:30 p.m. today at the administration building board room.
Agenda items include:
• A request for travel for the Gear Up robo...
Grandparents show perseverance
August 23rd, 2010
If there is one aspect of the human condition I find more prevalent than its tendency to sweet leisure and lethargy, it is a predisposition to self-doubt.
Every single person I have ever met...
Taxpayers shouldn’t fund private pensions
August 23rd, 2010
For years another potential multibillion fiscal catastrophe has been brewing, obscured by higher-profile storms created by taxpayer bailouts of Detroit and Wall Street and the looming crash of un...
Press release: Bingaman: New Mexico receives grants to support law enf...
August 23rd, 2010
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today announced that New Mexico has received more than $7 million in federal grants to support law enforcement efforts. The grants come through the U....
13-year-old charged in Vale homicide
August 23rd, 2010
A 13-year-old Portales youth was charged with murder Monday in the July 22 shooting death of 22-year-old Eastern New Mexico University student Angel Vale, according to Portales Deputy Chief Lonni...
Monday morning briefing: Parents night, horse news and seeing the worl...
August 23rd, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.
Senior parent night
Clovis High School is hosting the class of 2011 senior parent night 6:30 p.m. today at C...
Club notes — Aug. 22
August 21st, 2010
Encanto Garden Club
The August activity of Encanto Garden Club was held in the flower show booth at the Curry County fair home arts building.
Entries from throughout Curry Coun...
Officials: District will need more faculty, staff with student increas...
August 21st, 2010
Clovis Municipal Schools officials say the district will need more teachers and support staff for a near 1,000-student increase projected by 2013.
If voters on Aug. 31 approve a proposed thi...
Health issues, window valances featured on show
August 21st, 2010
Information on gifts to make, dealing with health issues and making a window valance will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
Conn...
Weekly update — Aug. 22
August 21st, 2010
Police: No word on forensic analysis
Portales police say there is still no word on the outcome of forensic analysis of evidence in the slaying of Eastern New Mexico University student...
Property 'tax lightning' raises ire
August 21st, 2010
The Payne’s property taxes jumped 60 percent the year after they purchased their Curry County home.
James and Robbie Payne were victims of what is being called tax lightning.
Ta...
Announcement — Aug. 22
August 21st, 2010
Marty Hynesm will be in Clovis today for a service at New Beginnings Church of God, 307 N. Lea Street. He will be speaking in the morning service beginning at 10:50 a.m.
Hynes has a powerful...
Senior menus — Aug. 22
August 21st, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Monday: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Daily activities.
Tuesday: 9 a.m.-4 p....
On the shelves — Aug. 22
August 21st, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“The Book of Codes: Understanding the World of Hidden Messages” by Paul Lunde provi...
Reunions — Aug. 22
August 21st, 2010
The family of Aubrey and Elmina “Crow” Carlton, formerly of Friona, held their 24th Annual reunion at the homes Rocky and Dannette Sabins and Debbie Carlton in Plainview, Texas, on July...
School menus — Aug. 22
August 21st, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Whole wheat fruit turnover. Lunch — Pepperoni pizza, garden fresh salad, ranch dressing, fresh fruit....
‘Professional patients’ need tough love
August 21st, 2010
Perhaps it is because it has been more than nine years now since the doctor came in and told a perfectly healthy me, who had no reason to suspect it, that “Your biopsy tested positive. It was...
Dog’s bird obsession fascinating
August 21st, 2010
It’s hard to believe the energy the slumbering black dog at my feet is capable of expending.
We adopted Ranger about eight months ago because his previous owner said he had a fixation...
Clovis streets unsafe for bicyclists
August 21st, 2010
Clovis streets unsafe for bicyclists
As a citizen who prefers to ride a bicycle instead of taking my car everywhere in town, I must make a complaint about Clovis’ profound lack...
Keep childrens’ safety in mind as school starts
August 21st, 2010
It’s that time of the year again. The madness of getting our children back to class has already started in most area school districts.
That means early morning and mid-afternoon traf...
In search of ponies: Some choices worth risk
August 20th, 2010
My life wouldn't be the same if I didn’t have my Sancha.
She was the first I saw when I began my search, and no matter what, I always went back to her. As a matter of fact, the night a...
Student facing felony charge for bringing knife to school
August 20th, 2010
A Portales High School student accused of carrying a knife to school is facing a felony charge.
According to Portales police records, officers were requested at Lindsey/Steiner Elementary ar...
McGee: 'Blowing up' happens to everyone
August 20th, 2010
Have you ever had enough on the job? Blown up at a customer?
Lately folks have been talking about this since that airline attendant cussed out passengers, then slid down an emergency chute i...
Friday morning briefing: Checkpoints, video games and kickoff time
August 20th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Friday morning briefing.
Game time: Freedom New Mexico paginator Jenna Zamie is a gaming enthusiast. She compiles...
Inmate attacks brother's convicted killer
August 19th, 2010
A Curry County inmate attacked his brother’s convicted killer Tuesday in the holding and booking area at the jail, according to an arrest warrant filed by Curry County Sheriff’s investi...
Commission approves $7 million in bonds for wastewater plant
August 19th, 2010
The Clovis City Commission approved $7 million in wastewater treatment plant bonds in short order, and support for the Clovis Area Transport Service in slightly longer order, on Thursday evening.
Water company drilling second well
August 19th, 2010
After the failure of a well, New Mexico American Water and contractors on the Lower Dockum Exploratory Deep Well project have received permission from the Office of the State Engineer to drill a se...
Drug-sniffing dog donated to Curry County
August 19th, 2010
Portales police are helping the Curry County Sheriff’s Office take a bite out of crime — they’re donating their only drug-sniffing dog.
Portales Police Chief Jeff Gill told...
‘Whatever works’ isn’t working
August 19th, 2010
Some may remember during the debate about federal government bailouts and stimuli the Obama regime made it clear that no ideology will be allowed to sway the administration.
What is importa...
Some parents ruin 4-H experience
August 19th, 2010
It’s show time. The pig, lamb and goat sales were in the spring. Steers were chosen last fall. FFA and 4-H animals have been carefully fed and exercised. Summertime jackpot shows provided cha...
Political debate taking its toll on Border Patrol
August 19th, 2010
Border Patrol agents don’t have it easy. Nobody seems to like what they’re doing. To many they’re the face of increasingly oppressive policies and arguments that have racial und...
Clovis reducing ticket prices for athletic events
August 19th, 2010
The Clovis High athletic office is reducing ticket prices for CHS events for the 2010-11 school year.
Tickets for students in grades 7-12, senior citizens and military are $3, while tickets...
Charges to be presented to grand jury in Muleshoe homicide case
August 19th, 2010
Charges in an Aug. 13 Muleshoe homicide will be presented to a grand jury, Police Chief Brian Frieda said Thursday.
Frieda said police have a “particular person of interest” in t...
Religion calendar — Aug. 20
August 19th, 2010
Today
Woman to Woman Conference 2010 — 7 p.m., First Church of God in Christ. Information: 763-6796
Saturday
a view from under the pew: amos at the county fair
August 19th, 2010
amos the churchmouse:a view from under the pewEditor’s note: Amos, the self-proclaimed churchmouse poet, and his friends have been enjoying the county fair this week....
Christian lives should speak volumes about faith
August 19th, 2010
With the beginning of school, I always think of my sister Susie and her postcard project.
Susie was an elementary school teacher for more than 20 years. Even though she no longer lives in Cl...
Meetings watch: Water authority expects $2 million in federal funds
August 19th, 2010
The Eastern New Mexico Utility Water Authority met Thursday morning at the north annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
• Federal consultant John Ryan said a trip in July to Washing...
Grandchildren bring lessons in love
August 19th, 2010
Tree Swing Plans and God’s Plan for Love
Given the rare opportunity, I can go a long time without answering a phone of any kind and be just fine. In fact, one of the things I like abou...
Muleshoe bomb threat fails to delay senator's visit
August 19th, 2010
MULESHOE — A Thursday morning bomb threat at a Muleshoe bank proved to be a hoax and did not delay a town hall meeting with state Sen. Kel Seliger, officials said.Muleshoe Po...
Press release: American Water granted permission to drill second well
August 19th, 2010
CLOVIS, N.M. (Aug. 19, 2010) – New Mexico American Water and its contractors on the Lower Dockum Exploratory Deep Well project have received permission from the Office of State Engineer to dr...
Thursday morning briefing: Hearings, back to school and a new sports s...
August 19th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Thursday's Freedom New Mexico morning briefing.
Public hearings: The City of Portales has scheduled four Community Development Block Grant pu...
Man shot in Dora dies
August 18th, 2010
A man shot on Aug. 11 in Dora has died at a Lubbock hospital.
Authorities said Kenneth Glasscock, 44, died about 5 p.m. Tuesday from a single gunshot wound to the head. Roosevelt County Sher...
Nursing program receives state grant
August 18th, 2010
An Eastern New Mexico University program that allows working nurses to get their bachelor of science in nursing degree has received a state grant that will mostly go to scholarships.
ENMU&rs...
Education column: Dose of first-day anticipation would be healthy thro...
August 18th, 2010
“Every child ... every time.” That’s our new motto at Clovis Municipal Schools.
Last Thursday was the first day of school. I had to be at a number of different school sites...
Letters to the editor: Time to do away with golf course
August 18th, 2010
Time to do away with golf course
Despite being one of the most passionate golfers in Clovis, I am in favor of doing away with our Clovis Municipal Golf Course.
It is obviously...
Lawmakers right to refuse federal funding
August 18th, 2010
Gov. Rick Perry, Sens. John Cornyn and Kay Bailey Hutchison and other Texas representatives are enduring criticism to their opposition to the $26.1 billion federal education funding package passe...
Education digest: Clovis native joins teaching program
August 18th, 2010
Clovis native joins teaching program
Clovis native Jason Glikas has joined Teach for America, according to a news release from the organization.
Teach for America is a national...
County fair features five concerts
August 18th, 2010
Little Joe will take to the Curry County Events Center stage at 9 tonight as one of five concert performances during the Curry County Fair.
Described as “the king of brown sound,&rdquo...
Meetings watch: Commission to vote on dumping fee waiver
August 18th, 2010
The Clovis City Commission is scheduled to meet at 5:15 p.m. today at the north annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
Agenda items include:
• A request for approval to issue...
Wednesday morning briefing: Jokes, dorm life and activity groups
August 18th, 2010
A good Wednesday morning, from wherever you’re browsing, and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico morning briefing.
Local groups: Looking for something fun to do with...
Ankle bracelet monitoring program approved
August 17th, 2010
Commissioners unanimously approved an ankle bracelet monitoring contract Tuesday that the jail administrator says could save the county thousands in inmate housing costs.
Administrator Keith...
Police: Clovis man on job at time of stabbing
August 17th, 2010
A Clovis man charged in a stabbing Saturday at Wal-Mart was working at the time of the altercation.
Police said the incident was part of an ongoing feud.
Guadalupe Murillo, 28, charge...
Curry, Roosevelt holding policy committee meeting
August 17th, 2010
Curry and Roosevelt counties will hold a policy committee meeting 1:30 p.m. Monday in Portales as part of the Cannon Air Force Base Joint Land Use Study.
The public meeting will be held at t...
Kickball tournament registration open
August 17th, 2010
Registration is open for the City of Portales kickball tournament 9 a.m. Sept. 4 at Rotary Park.
The cost is $50 per team, said city Athletics Director Mike Doerr. Proceeds go to Portales ci...
Lujan's staff meeting at senior center
August 17th, 2010
Rep. Ben Ray Lujan’s district staff will meet with constituents from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at the Friendship Senior Citizen Center, according to a news release from his office.
St...
Budget proposal raises premiums
August 17th, 2010
Defense Secretary Robert Gates has signaled that the department’s fiscal 2012 budget request to be sent to Congress early next year will include recommendations to raise TRICARE premiums for...
Congressmen should consider cuts
August 17th, 2010
I learned to swim a few weeks ago, but I still stay in the shallow end of the pool. I think I’ll stay in the shallow end of these arguments as well:
• It looks like the new victim...
Obama needs to take cue from Reagan
August 17th, 2010
On Aug. 13, 1981, President Ronald Reagan, at his modest hideaway in the hills overlooking Santa Barbara, Calif., signed into law perhaps the most aggressive tax cut in U.S. history. Friday marke...
County awaiting vote to complete complex plan
August 17th, 2010
Curry County commissioners voted Tuesday to wait on the final phase of an architect’s plan for a judicial complex until after voters decide in November whether to fund the project.
The...
Press release: Rep. Luján’s District Staff to Hold Mobile O...
August 17th, 2010
Washington, DC – Rep. Ben Ray Luján’s district staff will hold Mobile Office Hours throughout the district in the early afternoon on Thursday, August 19.
Mobile Office Hou...
Fishing report - Aug. 17
August 17th, 2010
NEW MEXICO FISHING REPORT This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and thefishphone.com, has been generated from the best information available from are...
Tuesday morning briefing: Fair time and baseball greats
August 17th, 2010
Good morning, and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Tuesday morning briefing.
Link of the day: The Curry County fair is going on now, but the Roosevelt County fair i...
DeHoyos among seven entering ENMU Hall of Honors
August 16th, 2010
PORTALES — Former Eastern New Mexico University pitcher Gabe DeHoyos is among seven people scheduled to be inducted into the ENMU Hall of Honors during a banquet set for 11 a.m. on Aug. 28 at...
August weather hotter than average
August 16th, 2010
A few degrees, and a little bit of humidity, makes a big difference.
It’s not a surprise that it’s hot. In August. In New Mexico. However, Clovis and Portales are experiencing a...
Letter to the editor: Elections will raise serious issues
August 16th, 2010
Elections will raise serious issues
As we come upon the elections there are three questions I would ask of any candidate:
• What do they intend to do about the 250,000 hom...
Candidates use fear tactics to win votes
August 16th, 2010
At least two Texas lawmakers, both seeking re-election in November, have taken the political lie to disgusting new lows.
By now people should be used to politicians’ lies. It’s...
Commissioners to meet, give report on jail
August 16th, 2010
During today’s regular commission meeting, Curry County commissioners are expected to:
• Give a report on its Aug. 3 tour and inspection of the jail.
• Consider a 23-i...
Press release: Clovis MainStreet wins award
August 16th, 2010
The New Mexico MainStreet Program celebrated its 25th anniversary Saturday with an awards banquet in Albuquerque.
The evening brought together representatives from all 23 New Mexico MainStr...
Monday morning briefing: Fair time and Portales by the numbers
August 16th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico's Monday morning briefing.
It's fair time in Curry County (and a good warmup for the Roosevelt County folks getting ready for the...
Police: Holiday stabbing spills over at store
August 15th, 2010
A man stabbed during a Fourth of July fight at Greene Acres Park was stabbed again Saturday night during a fight at Clovis’ Wal-Mart, said the Clovis Police Department.
Chief Steve San...
Jail footage released
August 14th, 2010
Curry County administration Friday released footage of two inmates eating lunch outside the jail July 27.
The incident led Administrator Keith Norwood to fire the unidentified detention offi...
Birthday — Aug. 15
August 14th, 2010
Paul Woolfolk of Perryton, Texas, and formerly of Clovis, will be celebrating his 90th birthday today at the Community Christian Church in Perryton, Texas.
The celebration will be hosted by...
Honors — Aug. 15
August 14th, 2010
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Air Force Airman Erica E. Garcia, daughter of Elvia Garcia of Portales, graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force...
On the shelves — Aug. 15
August 14th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Pretty Little Cozies” shows how to make 32 custom fabric cover-ups that hold our c...
Quilt batting, embroidery featured on show
August 14th, 2010
Information on selecting quilt batting and pillow forms, embroidery patching and choosing happiness after divorce will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday...
School menus — Aug. 15
August 14th, 2010
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Breakfast pizza. Lunch — Hamburger on a bun with lettuce, tomato, and pickle, b...
Senior happenings — Aug. 15
August 14th, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Dance at La Casa Senior Center, 1120 Cameo. Mu...
Local DJs carry traditional spirit
August 14th, 2010
Less than five weeks away, it is about time to start planning for the Clovis Music Festival. No, I don’t mean for the people who organize it; if they haven’t started planning by now, th...
Cowboys' hype fun to watch
August 14th, 2010
It’s not easy being a Dallas Cowboys fan. That’s probably because there are so many Dallas Cowboys haters out there.
Now, I will not admit to being in either camp though I can ce...
Weekly update — Aug. 15
August 14th, 2010
Zero tolerance policy in place for animals on school grounds
School days are upon the children of Clovis. But not everybody’s welcome on school grounds.
The city’s...
Letters to the editor: Education should be state’s priority
August 14th, 2010
Education should be state’s priority
Hardly a day goes by that we don’t read about another huge sum of money being cut from our New Mexico public schools by Gov. Richardso...
Congress won’t take taxpayers into account
August 14th, 2010
We suspect that if Congress had asked, American taxpayers would have emphatically explained they don’t want to pay to bail out failing companies.
Nevertheless, Congress approved $700...
Police investigate death in Muleshoe
August 13th, 2010
Police are investigating the killing of a 42-year-old Muleshoe man Friday morning.
Muleshoe police responded around 7 a.m. (CDT) to a call of an assault at 1802 W. American Blvd. in Mulesho...
Rats rescued from food chain
August 13th, 2010
“18 cats?” The young officer asked me.
“No, 18 rats,” I said, watching the predictable change in his expression while he tried his best to not laugh, instead focusing...
IRS letter causes panic
August 13th, 2010
Loud dramatic music like you’d hear on TV or at the movies — “DUN-DUN-DUN” — echoes in my head as I pull a letter from our mailbox; it’s from the Internal Revenu...
Dora shooting victim still critical
August 13th, 2010
A man shot in the head during an altercation in Dora on Wednesday night remains in critical condition at a Lubbock hospital, according to authorities.
Roosevelt County Sheriff Darren Hooker...
Friday morning briefing: Insects, hot cars and pets
August 13th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Friday morning briefing.
The Department of Game and Fish is seeking volunteer advisers for the Habitat Stamp Program, acc...
Hands-free device better on animals
August 12th, 2010
My friend and I were strolling through the local farmers’ market one day, when she suddenly began talking. I tried to answer her, even though I really didn’t know what she was talking a...
Allison's music motivating
August 12th, 2010
Of course, I am just a fan of Mose Allison, he’s not really my main hero but now and then I get enthusiastic about his work and nearly idolize him.
Mose Allison is a jazz pianist, comp...
Airport scanners digital Peeping Toms
August 12th, 2010
This is creepy.
When the government started using full-body scanners over the past few years to screen passengers at airports and people visiting federal buildings, it promised the electroni...
God truly deserving of our trust
August 12th, 2010
Who Do You Really Trust?
By Curtis K. Shelburne
I’m not sure how far we should trust polls, but I wonder what the answer would be if anybody polled the American pu...
Religion calendar — Aug. 13
August 12th, 2010
Friday
Woman to Woman Conference 2010 — 7 p.m., First Church of God in Christ. Information: 763-6796
Saturday
Woman to Woman Conference 2010 — 7 p.m., First Church...
Soul should become instrument for God
August 12th, 2010
I have been doing some reading this week in an unusual book. We have some of the Foxfire book series on our bookshelves in the den. The books in this group are an accumulation of the people's ideas...
a view from under the pew: the peanut butter incident
August 12th, 2010
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 shi...
Thursday morning briefing: Bingaman video, back to school and The Gold...
August 12th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Thursday briefing.Video of the day
Check out our own political reporter Kevin Wilson in a one-on-one with Sen. Jeff...
LSC South previews: Finding QB key for ACU
August 12th, 2010
Entering his sixth season as head coach, Chris Thomsen has several talking points to get excited about this year.
Not only did the Wildcats return to the playoffs last year with a 9-4 record...
Wildcats fourth in Class 5A preseason football poll
August 11th, 2010
The Clovis Wildcats are ranked fourth in the New Mexico High School Coaches Association preseason football poll released Wednesday.
The Wildcats are coming off a 9-3 season.
Defending...
Rams sixth in Class 3A preseason football poll
August 11th, 2010
The Portales Rams were ranked sixth in the New Mexico High School Coaches Association preseason football poll released Wednesday.
The Rams are coming off a 3-8 season.
Defending state...
Ramadan time for deepening Muslim faith
August 11th, 2010
More than 1 billion Muslims around the world have begun the observance of Ramadan, the month of fasting. It is believed that during Ramadan, the ninth month of the Muslim calendar, the Angel Gabr...
Melrose clinic groundbreaking set for September
August 11th, 2010
When you’re sick, a short drive beats a long one any day of the week.
That’s the philosophy behind nearly five years of work, $500,000 in grant money and a five-month constructio...
Sentence upheld in tornado fund embezzlement case
August 11th, 2010
District Judge Teddy Hartley upheld his 10-year prison sentence Wednesday of a woman who stole money from a tornado relief fund.
Originally sentenced May 31 in Hartley’s court, Lori Ho...
Preseason prep coaches polls
August 11th, 2010
New Mexico High School Coaches AssociationFootballPreseasonClass 5A1. La Cueva2. Mayfield3. Las Cruces4. Clovis5. Manzano6. Eldorado
Education column: New year should be approached with positive attitude
August 11th, 2010
Summer’s whizzed past once again, and it’s time to begin another school year.
I’ll be sharing what’s happening in our schools — elementary through secondary &md...
Mesalands president resigning
August 11th, 2010
Mesalands Community College President Phillip O. Barry is calling it quits in a year.
Barry told the college board Tuesday that he plans to retire effective the fall 2011 school year.
Clovis woman sentenced to 15 years in stabbing
August 11th, 2010
A 43-year-old Clovis woman was sentenced Wednesday to 15 years in prison for second degree murder.
Robbin Banister pleaded guilty to the crime earlier this year, but sentencing was postponed...
Firm contracted for Tres Amigas management services
August 11th, 2010
Tres Amigas, the electric power transmission company planning to build a superstation near Clovis, has given global consulting, design and construction firm CH2M Hill a contract to provide program...
Wildcats reserved seat tickets on sale
August 11th, 2010
Reserved seat tickets for the 2010 Clovis football season are on sale at the Clovis High School athletic office and Tankersley’s, 306 Main St.
Past ticket holders have until Aug. 19 to...
Letters to the editor: Walking trail greatly appreciated
August 11th, 2010
Walking trail greatly appreciated
I commend Mayor Gayla Brumfield and our Clovis leaders for creating the walking path around Greene Acres lake.
This path is used and greatly a...
NMHCA preseason polls
August 11th, 2010
New Mexico High School Coaches AssociationFootballPreseasonClass 5A1. La Cueva2. Mayfield3. Las Cruces4. Clovis5. Manzano6. Eldorado
Press release: CH2M Hill selected to manage Tres Amigas construction s...
August 11th, 2010
DENVER, CO and SANTA FE, NM--(Marketwire - August 10, 2010) - Tres Amigas, LLC, a merchant transmission company, and CH2M HILL, a global full-service consulting, design, construction, and operatio...
Press release: Police patroling school zones
August 11th, 2010
The Clovis Police Department would like to remind everyone that local schools are back in session as of Thursday, August 12, 2010. In the morning hours prior to school and in the afternoon followin...
Wednesday morning briefing: Youth hunting, fine arts and American Graf...
August 11th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.Youth license
Thousands of licenses for youth-only elk hunts, deer and javelina are available from th...
It's in their blood: Handful of Hounds carry on legacy
August 10th, 2010
Some players chose to be Eastern New Mexico University Greyhounds. Others just have it in their blood.
This year’s Greyhound squad has no shortage of legacy players — those who a...
Roping event to honor Curry County farmer
August 10th, 2010
A team roping event set for October aims to honor a Curry County farmer, benefit children and raise money for agriculture advocacy.
The inaugural Charles Petty Memorial Team Roping Event is...
Wayland joins 'Yellow Ribbon' program
August 10th, 2010
Wayland Baptist University is one of 1,100 schools that have joined with the Department of Veterans Affairs for the GI Bill’s “Yellow Ribbon” program.
Wayland, based in Pla...
Two parks committee positions open
August 10th, 2010
The City of Clovis has two vacancies on the Parks and Recreation Committee.
This committee makes recommendations to the Clovis City Commission regarding parks and recreation activities in th...
Fitness failure: Move over Albert
August 10th, 2010
Am I in better shape than Albert Haynesworth?
That’s the question I asked, and answered, late Monday night, armed only with workout clothes, my phone and a pouch of Gatorade ... or is...
Advisory panels: Military benefits unsustainable
August 10th, 2010
A consensus is building among current and former military leaders and defense industry executives that rising military personnel costs threaten the viability of the all-volunteer force.
In J...
Mexico needs to change perception of success
August 10th, 2010
A lot of recent data show how Mexico is doing as a country; some figures are surprisingly good; others, however, suggest the country’s progress could come more slowly than we might hope.
Hounds' schedule includes exhibitions at UNM, UTEP
August 10th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University has released its men’s basketball schedule for the upcoming season.
The Greyhounds will play exhibition games Oct. 30 at the University of Texas El Paso a...
Fishing report - Aug. 10
August 10th, 2010
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and thefishphone.com, has been generated from the best information available from area officers, anglers, guides and local businesse...
Tuesday morning briefing: Calling all bakers, barbecue foods and Porta...
August 10th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Tuesday briefing.Fair baking entries needed
Do you make killer chocolate chip cookies?
Got a friend whose app...
Douglas Stone Memorial golf scores
August 9th, 2010
51st Douglas Stone Memorial Golf tournamentat Portales Country ClubChampionship FlightDavid Gutierrez-Sid Felan 66-64-68 —198Jim Vardeman-Mike...
Commissioners approve Melrose health clinic bid
August 9th, 2010
Curry County commissioners approved a bid for $350,000 to build a health clinic in Melrose during a Monday special meeting.
Nick Griego and Sons Construction of Clovis was awarded the bid.
Portales rescinds water alert
August 9th, 2010
The City of Portales rescinded its mandatory water alert Monday.
Watering lawns was banned under the alert starting Thursday because of broken pumps in city wells.
City Manager Tom Ho...
Press release: Casillas found guilty in 2008 shooting
August 9th, 2010
Ninth Judicial District Attorney Matthew Chandler announced that Anthony Casillas, age 23, was found guilty today by a jury for two-counts of First Degree Murder, one-count of Tampering with Eviden...
Final Agent Orange review ordered
August 9th, 2010
An estimated 200,000 Vietnam veterans suffering from three diseases newly associated with exposure to Agent Orange are closer to receiving disability compensation following an appeals court order A...
Clovis business licenses — July
August 9th, 2010
The following business licenses were obtained from the city of Clovis in the month of July:
• Moe’s General Maintenance and Plumbing Inc.
Type: Plumbing
Equity tax buried deep in Obamacare
August 9th, 2010
The 2,300-page health care reform bill was rushed through Congress without many people — even those who voted on it — knowing many of its details. As House Speaker Nancy Pelosi infamo...
Business digest: Restaurant manager recognized
August 9th, 2010
Restaurant manager recognized
Clovis’ Red Lobster’s general manager has been recognized for his service to Darden Restaurants.
Jason Cooper of Clovis recently...
Everybody's business: Breaking even crucial to business survival
August 9th, 2010
Managing a business’ finances can be a huge undertaking. It can be a daunting task to connect how an increase in advertisement will impact sales, and most importantly, how the increase will a...
Ute water authority to meet, discuss selling shares
August 9th, 2010
The Eastern New Mexico Rural Water Utility Authority is set to meet at 10 a.m Aug. 19 at the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
Included in the meeting will be an inquiry to see if anybody is int...
Jail escape attempt being investigated
August 9th, 2010
The Curry County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an attempted escape from the jail Thursday.Investigators were called to the jail around 5 p.m. after a lieutenant at the facilit...
Monday morning briefing: Test answers, Curry County info and Charlie M...
August 9th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Monday briefing.Test answers
Portales residents who want more information about the schools’ scores on Adequate Ye...
Rams coach aims to build on juniors' experience
August 7th, 2010
Portales High football coach Mark McAfee hopes experience proves to be a good teacher this season.
McAfee, a longtime Rams assistant, takes over the program this season for Andy Correll, who...
Curry, De Baca county teams start practice Monday
August 7th, 2010
The mission for a blue trophy begins Monday for 16 Curry County and De Baca County team.
That’s the first day high school sports practices can begin in New Mexico, with local schools g...
Senior happenings — Aug. 8
August 7th, 2010
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St., Clovis
Sunday: 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Dance at Los Abuelitos in Portales. Ple...
On the shelves — Aug. 8
August 7th, 2010
The following books are available at:
Clovis-Carver Public Library
“Harper’s Bazaar Fabulous at Every Age: Your Quick and Easy Guide to Fashion” by Na...
Weed patrol, pillows featured on show
August 7th, 2010
Information on making pillows, weed control and cooking potatoes will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” at 9:30 p.m. Tuesday and noon Thursday.
Ava Green is a designer...
Letter to the editor: Associated Press stories slanted
August 7th, 2010
Associated Press stories slanted
Tuesday’s CNJ carried a story written by Cain Burdeau of The Associated Press: “Gulf dead zone one of largest ever.”
This art...
Encouraging to see states stand up to feds
August 7th, 2010
The states are restless. Increasingly, states across America are resisting encroachments on their liberties by the federal government.
The most recent examples concern objections by two sta...
County to consider bond question
August 7th, 2010
Curry County commissioners meet Monday to consider posing a bond question to voters in the November general election.
The bond, if approved by voters, would pay for a judicial complex.
Weekly update — Aug. 8
August 7th, 2010
Woman cited in connection with daughter’s death
A 39-year-old Texico woman whose 14-year-old daughter was thrown from a pickup truck and killed July 21 has been cited in connect...
Police blotter — Aug. 8
August 7th, 2010
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 4 a.m. July 26 officers responded to a business in the 1200 block of Main Stre...
New Mexico product of evolution
August 7th, 2010
Only a blue sky and a blue-green sea — that was New Mexico when its story first began. Only a blue sky with white clouds moving. Only a blue-green sea with lapping waves.
We do not k...
Births — Aug. 8
August 7th, 2010
Potter
Brogan Wade Potter was born July 21, 2010, to Jason and Amanda Potter of Shallowater, Texas, at Covenant Lakeside in Lubbock.
He weighed 8 pounds, 7 ounces.
Grand...
Honor rolls — Aug. 8
August 7th, 2010
The following honor rolls were inadvertently left out of Freedom New Mexico’s most recent special edition:
Mesa Elementary
A honor roll
Handmade toy labor of love
August 7th, 2010
The story begins with an emailed photo, received sometime in April, when my grandson, who lives in Florida, was on a class field trip to Washington, DC.
As his mother was one of the parent c...
Not many food items on ban list
August 7th, 2010
Michelle Obama doesn’t like beets and apparently neither does her husband.
My grandmother once called me her little beet-eater because I liked the red root vegetable that I really onl...
Portales water restrictions likely will be lifted Monday
August 6th, 2010
A mandatory water alert in Portales will be lifted Monday if all goes according to plan, said City Manager Tom Howell.
The water restriction, which bans watering lawns, was enacted Thursday...
In search of ponies: Primal instincts should not shock us
August 6th, 2010
Poor JoJo. It wasn’t his fault.
“I feel bad about it, but I can’t help that I’m just upset with him,” my mother told me.
My mother and step-father had ch...
Casillas trial breaks until next week
August 6th, 2010
The prosecution and defense finished presenting evidence Friday in the Anthony Casillas murder trial in Portales District Court.
Judge Robert Orlik agreed to let the jury break until next we...
McGee: Diapers part of raising kids
August 6th, 2010
CLOTH DIAPERS
“Parents nowadays sure make things complicated,” The Lady of the House said while reading the Saturday paper.
“There’s a whole article in here ab...
Hounds start fall drills with few holes to fill
August 6th, 2010
Eastern New Mexico University’s high-powered offense is slowing gaining respect in the Lone Star Conference.
The Greyhounds (3-8, 0-6 LSC South Division), making the switch this season...
Press release: Rep. Lujan Visits to Clovis, Tucumcari revised
August 6th, 2010
Washington, DC - Rep. Ben Ray Lujan's schedule for Clovis and Tucumcari has changed.
Friday - Clovis
WHAT: Rep. Luján to Attend Cannon Air Force Base Appreciation...
Friday morning briefing: Tax free weekend, weed search and sign of the...
August 6th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Friday briefing.Tax free reminder
Parents take note: Today is the first day of tax free weekend.
No taxes on scho...
Religion calendar — Aug. 6
August 5th, 2010
Saturday
Food and clothing give away — 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m., Matt 25 Hope Center. Information: 763-4400
Sunday...
Time in church meant for focusing on message
August 5th, 2010
Once I got in trouble for talking during the Sunday morning service.
I was sitting in the balcony of the old church at 8th and Hinkle. The church was packed that day but the Lord and worship...
a view from under the pew: amos tries to love trigger
August 5th, 2010
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 keys, and...
Politicians leave citizens big bill
August 5th, 2010
My favorite place to live in America is California. But don’t get me wrong — one size does not fit all.
And how wonderful that is, that people differ so much that they could be q...
Information sharing should be part of policy
August 5th, 2010
I mmigration activists are rightly starting to rethink their trust of the Obama
administration.
They have good reason: This administration has been more active in pursuing and deport...
Hounds' coach Mark Ribaudo's comments on LSC media day
August 5th, 2010
Sixth-year Eastern New Mexico University coach Mark Ribaudo spoke about his team July 22 during the Lone Star Conference football media day at the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio.
Zias sign four players for softball
August 5th, 2010
PORTALES — The Eastern New Mexico University softball program has signed four junior college transfers to national letters of intent for the 2011 season.
The players, all of whom will...
Artesia police investigating Portales grad's homicide
August 5th, 2010
A former Portales woman is the victim of a homicide in Artesia.
Police said Brandy Capps, 32, died at Artesia General Hospital Saturday of at least one gunshot wound.
Capps is a 1996...
Bingaman: Bill would help New Mexico close its budget gap
August 5th, 2010
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman announced the U.S. Senate has approved legislation that would help New Mexico close its budget gap with an eye toward preventing cuts to health care an...
Ten rules to a good, clean fight
August 5th, 2010
Mark it down: all couples sometimes fight.
If it makes you feel better to hedge, make that “All couples sometimes have serious and somewhat warm discussions.” That is nothing but...
Thursday morning briefing: Win an mp3 and cheese measured by the milli...
August 5th, 2010
Good morning. It’s Freedom New Mexico’s Thursday morning briefing.Win an mp3 player
Someone you know cultivating weeds?
Our own Publisher Ray Sull...
Meetings watch: Clovis City Commission
August 4th, 2010
The Clovis City Commission meets 5:15 p.m. today at the north annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library.
Agenda items include:
• Budget adjustments for a 1.5 percent salary incre...
White House memo proposes immigration fix
August 4th, 2010
Last week’s release of an internal memo regarding ways to help some temporary immigrants extend their stay in the United States shouldn’t raise hopes or concerns. But it’s good to...
Education digest: JROTC summer orientation wrapping up
August 4th, 2010
JROTC summer orientation wrapping up
The Clovis High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corp summer orientation will finish 10 a.m. Friday with a graduation ceremony.
Homeland Security conducting training
August 4th, 2010
New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management is conducting a national incident management system training 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Aug. 17 at Clovis Community College.
The...
Clovis City Commission meeting agenda
August 4th, 2010
AGENDA
CITY COMMISSION MEETING
North Annex, Clovis-Carver Library
5:15 p.m., Thursday, August 5,...
Take a tour of our interactive zoo
August 4th, 2010
Walk on the wild side with an interactive map of the Clovis Hillcrest Park Zoo.
Fishing report — Aug. 3
August 4th, 2010
This fishing report, provided by the Department of Game and Fish and thefishphone.com,has been generated from the best information available from area officers, anglers, guides and local businesses...
Press release: Xcel warns of controlled outages
August 4th, 2010
AMARILLO — In the wake of an unplanned generation outage, Xcel Energy has declared an Energy Alert in its Texas and New Mexico service territory and is urging customers to cut back on their u...
Press release: Xcel again asks customers to conserve
August 4th, 2010
AMARILLO — Xcel Energy is asking electric customers in its Texas and New Mexico service territory to conserve energy because of expected high electric demand and limits in generation capacity...
Wednesday morning briefing: Road rage, hunting rules and another hot o...
August 4th, 2010
Good morning and welcome to the Freedom New Mexico Wednesday briefing.Fair warning
A reminder from the city to avoid trying to travel east today on 21st from Prince Street...
Xcel asking for energy conservation
August 3rd, 2010
Xcel Energy is asking New Mexico and Texas electricity customers to conserve energy this week, especially today.
Xcel spokesman Wes Reeves said a unit at a power plant went off line for unpl...
Rep. Lujan attending area events Friday
August 3rd, 2010
Rep. Ben Ray Lujan, D-N.M., will visit Clovis on Friday, according to a news release.
Lujan will attend Cannon Air Force Base Appreciation Day 11:30 a.m. Friday at the base and participate i...
Detention officer fired last week, county manager says
August 3rd, 2010
A Curry County detention officer has been fired for taking two inmates outside the jail to eat last week.
Tuesday, County Manager Lance Pyle confirmed the detention officer was fired Friday...
New trial under way in Portales for Casillas
August 3rd, 2010
PORTALES — A new trial is under way for Anthony Casillas, 23, who is charged with two shooting deaths in Clovis in 2008.
District Attorney Matt Chandler said 911 tapes from the night o...
Press release: 21st Annual Cannon Appreciation Day August 6th
August 3rd, 2010
There’s no question that Cannon Air Force Base is an integral part of the local community. And for the past 20 years, the local community has shown its support for the individuals and familie...
Commissioners approve one ballot question, postpone another
August 3rd, 2010
Curry County commissioners Tuesday approved one ballot question and postponed action on another regarding possible tax increases to pay for a new jail and a judicial complex.
The board adopt...
New Agent Orange claims deadline near
August 3rd, 2010
The Department of Veterans Affairs likely will begin in October to pay thousands of disability claims to Vietnam veterans with ischemic heart disease, Parkinson’s disease and B-cell leukemia...
Texas voters should not assume job knowledge
August 3rd, 2010
Last week’s indictment of a Texas justice of the peace is just the latest in a long history of that state’s justices who either don’t know or don’t care about the laws they...
Press release: Rep. Lujan to Visit Clovis
August 3rd, 2010
Washington, DC – On Friday, Rep. Ben Ray Luján will visit Clovis where he will attend the Cannon Air Force Base Appreciation Day and participate in a ribbon cutting for the Eastern Pla...
Press release: Xcel asks customers curb electricity use
August 3rd, 2010
AMARILLO — Xcel Energy is asking electric customers in its Texas and New Mexico service territory to conserve energy because of expected high electric demand and limits in generation capacity...
Tuesday morning briefing: Volleyball, questions about ice cream and th...
August 3rd, 2010
Good morning. It’s Freedom New Mexico’s Tuesday morning briefing.
V-Day
Today is the last day to register for adult Portales city-league volleyball at the Por...
Press release: Bingaman: Rural New Mexicans now eligible for more affo...
August 2nd, 2010
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today applauded the Obama administration for implementing provisions he wrote that make prescription medications more affordable for patients served by...
Conservation program signup open
August 2nd, 2010
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a general signup for its Conservation Reserve Program that will run through Aug. 27.
Due to a percentage cap on land under CRP contracts, new acr...
Letters to the editor: Helping beggers only enables them
August 2nd, 2010
People helping people?
Let’s help these people who are standing in the streets of Clovis looking for a handout.
I offered a couple a job twice working on a barn and they turned...
South Korea no longer needs U.S. assistance
August 2nd, 2010
There’s no question that the
dictatorship running North Korea is one of the more dangerous — and nuttier — in the world. It’s headed by the Kim dynasty, something...
County commission to make decision on judicial complex
August 2nd, 2010
County commissioners are expected to decide today if a proposed judicial complex that includes a new jail will be put before voters in the November General Election.
The project is expected...
Part of 21st Street, Prince Street intersection closing temporarily
August 2nd, 2010
The city of Clovis is asking drivers to avoid traveling eastbound on 21st Street from Prince Street between 4 a.m. and 8 p.m. Wednesday because of construction.
The turning lane for southbou...
Press release: Udall to support Kagan nomination
August 2nd, 2010
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Tom Udall announced that he will vote to confirm current Solicitor General Elena Kagan as Supreme Court Justice:
“Throughout the confirmation pro...
Press release: Bingaman talks about coming Senate week
August 2nd, 2010
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jeff Bingaman today talked with New Mexico radio reports about a variety of issues. Bingaman’s remarks can be retrieved by going to his website or clicking on...
Most NM schools fail to meet AYP status
August 2nd, 2010
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — State officials say New Mexico students have improved their performance in math, reading and science during the past six years, but about three-fourths of schools missed...
Motion Industries' Clovis branch third in New Mexico
August 2nd, 2010
Motion Industries is in its third week of operation at 2300 E. Seventh St., Suite E.
The business is a distributor of industrial MRO (maintenance, repair and operation replacement) parts. It...
Ag sense: Safflower: An oilseed for drier and warmer climates
August 2nd, 2010
Broad-leaf crops, which fit well into our cereal-based cropping systems, are needed to improve long-term sustainability of our agriculture in the High Plains. Depending on the crops selected, it ca...
Press release: Drivers asked to avoid eastbound travel on 21st Street...
August 2nd, 2010
The City of Clovis is asking drivers to please avoid attempting to travel eastbound on 21st Street from Prince Street between 4:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 4th, 2010. This is due to ex...
Monday morning briefing: Free stuff, good books and a murder in the Ol...
August 2nd, 2010
Good morning and welcome to Freedom New Mexico’s Monday briefing.
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