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Rambelles keep Zias in slump
September 30th, 2007
PORTALES — First-year Eastern New Mexico University volleyball coach Kim Falkenhagen knows her squad is close to being competitive in the Lone Star Conference. But Falkenhagen and her Zias are getti...
Abilene Christian tops Hounds
September 30th, 2007
ABILENE, Texas — Even in some seasons when it was struggling, Abilene Christian has been a thorn in Eastern New Mexico University’s side over the years.
In 2007, though, the 17th-ranked Wildcats...
Buffs pull away in second half for win
September 30th, 2007
MENAUL — Facing an aerial assault from Menaul freshman quarterback Jayseph Griego, Melrose defensive backs Zach Pack and Lane Draper certainly had their ups and downs in the first half of a game on...
Sept. 30, 1924
September 30th, 2007
Mrs. J.T. Stalker and Mrs. W.A. Havener went to the State Federation of Women’s Clubs meeting held in Las Cruces. ... A.J. O’Rourke was appointed treasurer of Curry County, taking the place of Jas...
Cannon timeline
September 29th, 2007
Late 1920s — Portair Field, a civilian passenger facility, was established on the site. Portair, a terminal for early commercial transcontinental flights, flew passengers in the Ford Trimotor “Tin...
Officials preparing for Cannon growth
September 29th, 2007
The impact Cannon Air Force Base’s new mission will have on the local community is still unknown.
Everett Frost, vice chairman for the Local Growth Management Org-anization, said his group plans to...
Commission approves water sale negotiations
September 29th, 2007
The Clovis City Commission took the first step toward building a $16 million pipeline that will snake throughout the city, carrying recycled wastewater for irrigation and industrial use.
The Commissi...
Sept. 30 Police Blotter
September 29th, 2007
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 4:30 p.m. Sept. 19 an officer responded to a residence in the 1400 block of Kingston Avenue...
What's Happening
September 29th, 2007
Tuesday
Curry County Commission — 9 a.m., Commissioners Room, Curry County Courthouse.
Curry County Repulican Central Committee Meeting — 6 p.m. Muffley’s Backdoor. Information: 763-0658.
Thur...
Judicial court employees promoted
September 29th, 2007
The 9th Judicial District Court has announced the promotions of three personnel.
Orlando Ulibarri has been promoted to the position of deputy court administrator. A 15-year employee with the court,...
ROTC should have place on campus
September 29th, 2007
Last week, Columbia University was on my mind — not because I wanted to think about it but because, being an alumna, I was bombarded by e-mails, statements from alumni offices regarding Iranian Pres...
Senior Happenings
September 29th, 2007
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Monday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., daily activities including pool, crafts, ceramics, sewing, quilting, dominos, puzzles, card games, computer access, blood pressure check...
School Menus
September 29th, 2007
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Blueberry sausage pancake on a stick, juice and milk. Lunch — Beef nachos, garden salad, Spanish rice, diced peaches and milk.
Tuesday: Breakfast — Cin...
Library books
September 29th, 2007
The following books are now availible at Clovis-Carver Public Library:
Believe In Me, the movie filmed in Clovis, is now available on DVD at the library. This inspiring tale of perseverance, charac...
Birthdays
September 29th, 2007
Griggs
Garland Griggs of Tucumcari will celebrate his 80th birthday from 2- 4 p.m. Oct. 6 at the Tucumcari Convention Center.
The celebration will be hosted by his family.
Griggs was born Oct. 3, 1...
Clovis man spent majority of life in grocery business
September 29th, 2007
The oldest family owned grocery store in Clovis in 1985 was the Less Hubby & Son’s Food Market. The founder, Less Hubby, was born Less Leslie Hubby in Arkansas in 1908.
Less arrived in Clovis abou...
Club notes
September 29th, 2007
Plains Regional Medical Center Auxiliary
Plains Regional Medical Center Auxiliary members attending the state
meeting in Albuquerque Sept. 19 through Sept. 21 were Ramona Parker, Robbie Williams, Joy...
Romantic gifts not necessarily costly
September 29th, 2007
It may be true that the thermometer in your car, as did mine, read 94 degrees last week.
That makes it hard to think about Christmas. But in the tradition of encouraging and enhancing romancing, it i...
Bob Huber’s wit was one of a kind
September 29th, 2007
Five or six dozen friends and family members gathered in Roswell last week to remember Bob Huber, a journalist and longtime columnist for the Portales News-Tribune and Clovis News Journal.
Huber died...
Internet service tax will hinder online growth
September 29th, 2007
Congress has an opportunity to permanently ban Internet taxes, but it had better act fast. The temporary moratorium instituted in 1998 and extended twice since then expires Nov. 1.
We hope Congress...
Police on lookout for pumpkin smashers
September 29th, 2007
About half a dozen Clovis residents woke Thursday morning to discover their vehicles had been damaged by thrown pumpkins, according to police.
Capt. Patrick Whitney said there were five calls from t...
Plant reps testify on location
September 29th, 2007
Witnesses for ConAgra Foods testified the plant did follow state and federal regulations to notify and have gone above and beyond what was needed to prove its environmental impact.
A two-day hearing...
Sept. 29, 1914
September 29th, 2007
The Clovis Journal reported Cash Ramey was elected as mayor, winning by 64 votes. ... The Clovis baseball team won 16-8 in a game against Grady. ... J.M. Hook cleaned watches for $1, claimed a Clovis...
Rattlers trounce Falcons 48-0
September 28th, 2007
The 2A Tucumcari Rattlers made easy work the 2A Loving Falcons Friday at Loving.
The 1-4 Falcons' homecoming was spoiled with a 48-0 loss to the 4-1 Rattlers.
"I was worried that a second long road...
9/28 Friday night football scores
September 28th, 2007
Clovis 38, Rio Rancho 8
Goddard 35, Portales 0
Ft. Sumner 19, Cloudcroft 0
Muleshoe 63, River Road 0
Texico 40, Hagerman 7
Magdalena 66, Clovis Christian 26
Tatum 36, Dora 12
Tucumcari 48, Loving 0
We...
Clovis defeats Rio Rancho 38-8
September 28th, 2007
The Clovis Wildcats moved to 3-2 on the season with a 38-8 rout of host Rio Rancho.
Clovis scored the last 17 points of the game after Rio Rancho (3-2) got on the scoreboard early in the third. The W...
New witness testifies at murder trial
September 28th, 2007
A man who was originally charged with tampering with evidence in the trial involving the shooting death of a 10-year-old Clovis boy began testifying Friday in the district courtroom in Portales.
Eric...
Mules set for start of district
September 28th, 2007
Coming off its first loss of the season, Muleshoe will try to start a new winning streak tonight when the Mules begin District 2-2A play against winless River Road in Amarillo.
While the Mules have t...
Sept. 28, 1936
September 28th, 2007
A wintry blast that swept the city of Clovis set a record low of 33 degrees and caused damage to row crops. ... Elmer Gibson, 22, of Oklahoma City, was in the city jail for fighting Steve Degama, 25,...
Slaying suspect remains in institution
September 27th, 2007
A Portales mother charged with first-degree murder in the death of her son in January has been ordered to remain in the custody of the New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute in Las Vegas, N.M., pendin...
What's Happening
September 27th, 2007
Saturday
Blood Drive — 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., I.O.O.F Hall, Main Street. Donors will receive a T-shirt and cholesterol test. Information: 749-6570.
Dave Gross Concert — 8 p.m., Lyceum Theatre. Ticket...
Sept. 28 Public Record
September 27th, 2007
The following marriage licenses were compiled from court records from Sept. 20 through Wednesday:
Jason Anthony Sledz, 22, to Whitney DeAnn Leyva, 23, both of Clovis
Jeremy Lon Stevens, 20, to Kristen...
Ethnic fair schedule
September 27th, 2007
The following events will be held during Saturday’s Clovis/Curry County Ethnic Fair:
8:30 a.m. — Fun Run/Walk, 14th and Main streets
10 a.m. — Parade of Flags and People. Children’s Parade, Ma...
Beating suspect turns himself over to police
September 27th, 2007
A Clovis man accused of beating his wife with a metal rod turned himself in to police Monday, according to police Capt. Patrick Whitney.
Romeo Sierra, 60, is being held on a $10,000 bond, according t...
No job too small if it serves the Lord
September 27th, 2007
As a kid, I always wanted “a job.”
I wanted to earn extra money. But in that day and time, unless a person’s family owned a business, there were not too many jobs for 14 and 15 year olds.
Toda...
A view from under the pew
September 27th, 2007
Editor’s note: Amos is a church mouse, unable to use the keyboard shift keys and unschooled in the art of punctuation.
taking a frightful step of faith
boss i had a strange dream the
other night...
Religion Digest: Christian author hosting conference
September 27th, 2007
Christian author Lauraine Snelling will be holding a writer’s conference from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the Masters Centre, 810 E. 21st St.
Cost of attendance will be $35 for advance reservati...
Some thoughts on dealing with desynchronosis
September 27th, 2007
Since my wife and I returned from Uganda, I’ve discovered a thing or two about jet lag, or, if you want a more impressive term, “desynchronosis.” (I learned that term this morning doing an early...
High school seniors hot commodities
September 27th, 2007
No one has come right out and said it, but I know my daughter is a commodity right now. An economic good. A product. Something of value. Maybe even a commission to someone.
My daughter Laura is a hig...
Chile’s heat can be hard to handle
September 27th, 2007
The smell of green chiles roasting — ahh, it’s in the air now.
I was walking by a Clovis supermarket the other day and had a whiff of those chiles turning round and round over an open flame. It...
Television stations shouldn’t live in fear of FCC
September 27th, 2007
Who knew? Turns out World War II was the profanity-free war. It resulted in tens of millions of deaths worldwide but not a single bad word was uttered.
Of course, that’s not really the case. But on...
Thomas pleads guilty to open container violation
September 27th, 2007
Clovis’ City Manager Joe Thomas has pleaded guilty to an open container violation and prosecutors have dropped a more serious charge of driving under the influence, court records show.
District Att...
Sept. 27, 1916
September 27th, 2007
S.A. Jones, cashier of the Citizens Bank, presented the high school a complete set of Britannica Encyclopedias. ... The Elite Confectionery’s new popcorn machine was enveloped in flames. The fire wa...
What's Happening
September 26th, 2007
Today
CYFD Ice Cream Social — 5:30-6:30 p.m., CYFD offices, 221 W. Llano Estacado. Children, Youth and Families Department staff will be on hand to provide information on adoptive and foster parenti...
Sept. 27 Education Blotter
September 26th, 2007
Samplings of school-related incidents in which area law enforcement responded:
Around noon Sept. 13 an officer responded to a fight in the Clovis High School cafeteria. The boys told the officer the...
Education Digest: Lockwood scores earn $6,000 grant
September 26th, 2007
Lockwood Elementary will receive a $6,000 New Mexico Department of Public Education grant for showing an improvement in math and reading proficiency, according to a press release from Secretary of Edu...
Iranian leader’s visit testament to U.S.’ freedom
September 26th, 2007
It’s easy to understand the large protests that greeted Iranian leader Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s long-anticipated speech Monday at Columbia University, less easy to understand those who tried to stop...
Thomas may not face DUI charge
September 26th, 2007
Clovis City Manager Joe Thomas may face only a misdemeanor open-container charge following his Aug. 3 arrest in Quay County.
“It’s my understanding that will be the case,” Clovis Mayor David Lan...
Greyhounds to be web-cast Saturday
September 26th, 2007
Eastern New Mexico University’s Lone Star Conference South Division football opener at Abilene Christian on Saturday is scheduled to be webcast on the CSTV/Division II website.
The Greyhounds are o...
Sept. 26, 1931
September 26th, 2007
An anteater that escaped from the zoo was captured at the J.W. Smallwood farm, one mile north of the zoo. ... A. Hefner, magnetic masseur located on Gidding Street, reduced his price of treatments fro...
What's Happening
September 25th, 2007
Today
Performance by Jeremiah People — 6 p.m., Central Baptist Church, 2501 N. Norris St. Free concert will be preceded by a steak dinner at 5:30 p.m. Cost of dinner is $5. Information: 762-4727.
T...
High schoolers attend CCC
September 25th, 2007
More Clovis High School students are getting a feel of college life this school year.
Deputy Superintendent Ladona Clayton told the Clovis Board of Education Tuesday 370 Clovis High students are gett...
Clovis High commencement date changed
September 25th, 2007
Graduating Clovis High School athletes won’t have to decide between playing for a state championship or attending their commencement ceremony.
Clovis Schools Superintendent Rhonda Seidenwurm announ...
Think it’s racism? Do some research
September 25th, 2007
A few weeks ago, we at Freedom New Mexico were afforded the opportunity to speak with Clovis native Jerry Large, who now works as a columnist for the Seattle Times.
Large spoke with us about journali...
Bailing borrowers out of trouble not government’s job
September 25th, 2007
You just knew this was coming, given the Pavlovian way politicians react to headlines. The push is officially on for a legislative response to the subprime mortgage mess, led by a couple of congressm...
Ethanol appeal hearing planned
September 25th, 2007
For most of Thursday — and possibly some of Friday — a decision to grant an air quality permit for Clovis Ethanol will be revisited.
The New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board is holding an ap...
Jury selected for first-degree murder trial
September 25th, 2007
PORTALES — A jury was seated at the close of the day Tuesday in the first-degree murder case of two Clovis men accused in the shooting death of a 10-year-old boy in 2005.
“It’s been a long two...
Midwestern State shuts out Hounds
September 25th, 2007
PORTALES — Eastern New Mexico University men’s soccer coach Carlos Elizondo knew his squad was up against it against No. 13 Midwestern State on Sunday.
The Mustangs got a disputed goal early in t...
Sept. 25, 1960
September 25th, 2007
An 18-year-old Cannon Air Force Base airman was charged with the attempted theft of a Piper Tri Pacer aircraft and was released from the Curry County Jail on a $1,000 bond. ... The Clovis News-Journal...
Work begins on Farwell egg plant
September 24th, 2007
Construction crews are digging the foundation in Farwell for what will be one of the biggest egg-processing plants in the Southwest.
Mississippi-based Cal-Maine foods started the initial work on the...
Bovina man killed in wreck
September 24th, 2007
A two-vehicle accident Monday morning claimed the life of a Bovina man.
Leroy Scott Gober, 78, of Bovina was killed on impact when the pickup he was driving collided with an 18-wheeler at about 9:15...
Sept. 25 Police Blotter
September 24th, 2007
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
About 6 p.m. Sept. 16 an officer responded to a home in the 2900 block of La Fonda Road for a report...
Watchdog office’s unionization will build partisanship
September 24th, 2007
Much of what most Americans know about Washington’s wasteful ways, they know because of the Government Accountability Office (formerly the General Accounting Office), an apolitical arm of Congress t...
Tatum named judge in 9th Judicial District
September 24th, 2007
SANTA FE — Gov. Bill Richardson has appointed Drew Tatum of Clovis to fill a vacant seat in the 9th Judicial District.
Tatum, whose principal office will be in Portales, replaces Judge Joe Parker,...
Jury selection begins
September 24th, 2007
PORTALES — Jury selection began Monday in the case of two Clovis men charged with first-degree murder in the shooting of a 10-year-old Clovis boy while he slept.
“We are still in the process of j...
Sept. 24, 1915
September 24th, 2007
J.R. Walker Market, located on Main Street, sold fresh and cured meats. ... The Clovis Journal reported about 800 pupils attended the city’s schools. ... John Boykin, nephew of S.J. Boykin of Clovis...
Rodeo is a family affair for ENMU senior Raelyn Gardner
September 23rd, 2007
ENMU rodeo senior Raelyn Gardner talks about her family's history in the sport....
Hounds get past Broncos
September 23rd, 2007
EDMOND, Okla. — Senior quarterback Michael Benton ran for 243 yards and two touchdowns and threw for another Saturday night as Eastern New Mexico University defeated Central Oklahoma 21-7 in a Lone...
Mountainair tops Buffs
September 23rd, 2007
MOUNTAINAIR — Melrose coach Dickie Roybal had a short bench — actually, no bench — in Saturday’s 8-man football game against top-ranked Mountainair.
Still, he was pleased with his team’s pl...
Service worthy of pride
September 23rd, 2007
What is the purpose of an education? And more specifically, an elite education?
I ask this question in light of an editorial written by a young college student attending Columbia University (my alma...
Brothers earned spots in baseball’s history
September 23rd, 2007
Five years ago I wrote a column about the Pioneer Baseball team in Clovis. You might remember that I called it the semi-professional baseball team. Did I ever get into trouble. You don’t want to mes...
Local artists deserve support
September 23rd, 2007
Among the hoped for fall events of Pintores, the local art league, is a fund-raising auction featuring art by local artists. A similar auction, held in 2005 in Portales, raised several thousand dollar...
9-23 School Menus
September 23rd, 2007
Clovis Elementary
Monday: School closed.
Tuesday: Breakfast — Yogurt, graham cracker, juice and milk. Lunch — Tacos, salsa, Spanish rice, lettuce and tomato, banana pudding and milk.
Wedne...
9-23 Senior Happenings
September 23rd, 2007
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Monday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., daily activities including pool, crafts, ceramics, sewing, quilting, dominos, puzzles, card games, computer access, blood pressure chec...
9-23 Club Notes
September 23rd, 2007
Curry County Democratic Women
Curry County Democratic Women met Sept. 8 at Furr’s Cafeteria for a business meeting.
President Elaine Howell called the meeting to order.
Members discussed a membershi...
9-23 Weddings
September 23rd, 2007
Watley-Igo
Janae Watley of Gruver, Texas, and Kyle Igo of Whiteface, Texas, were joined in marriage June 2, 2007, at Gruver United Methodist Church.
The Rev. Clifton Igo, grandfather of the groom, p...
9-23 Library Books
September 23rd, 2007
The following books are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library:
Remodel: Great Home Makeovers from Connecticut to California by Matthew Schoenherr explains the seven keys to a successful makeo...
9-23 Engagements
September 23rd, 2007
Adams-Williams
Jim and Donna Adams of Amarillo, announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Lori Adams of Amarillo, to Ryan Williams, of Amarillo.
He is the son of Brad and J...
9-23 Birthday
September 23rd, 2007
Shafer
Douglas Shafer of Portales will celebrate his 80th birthday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 29 at the Portales Memorial Building.
The celebration will be hosted by his family.
Shafer was born Oc...
Sept. 23, 1952
September 23rd, 2007
The Clovis Veterinary Hospital, located at 104 Hull, claimed to offer facilities for large and small animals in a Clovis News-Journal advertisement. ... A two-bedroom house could be rented at 2817 Wa...
First-degree murder trial begins Monday
September 22nd, 2007
The first-degree murder trial of two men accused of shooting a 10-year-old boy while he slept in his Clovis home will begin Monday in Portales.
Demetrio Salas, 21, and David Griego, 31, are scheduled...
Sept. 23 Police Blotter
September 22nd, 2007
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
About 8 a.m. Sept. 14 an officer responded to a parking lot in the 1900 block of Prince Street for a...
What's Happening
September 22nd, 2007
Today
Melrose Business Professionals of America brisket dinner — from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Melrose school cafeteria. Participation is by donation only.
Tuesday
Community Development Block Grant...
Cops and Courts: Police report man accused of beating wife with rod
September 22nd, 2007
A Clovis man accused of beating his wife with a metal rod and a telephone is being sought, according to Clovis police.
Romeo Sierra, 60, is wanted on charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon...
Letters to the Editor: Selling alcohol would be bad influence
September 22nd, 2007
I’d like to commend Curry County commissioners who voted against the events center applying for a license to sell alcohol, the dollar being the bottom line.
If the financial support of the cente...
How far should letters to editor go?
September 22nd, 2007
Eva Torres presents a journalistic dilemma. The Clovis woman has written a letter praising staff at Plains Regional Medical Center and would like to have it published on our newspaper’s Opinion page...
Government-run health plan step in wrong direction
September 22nd, 2007
President Bush correctly has promised to veto an irresponsible, insidious bill that would provide government-subsidized health care to children of middle-class families earning as much as $83,000 a ye...
Zias win school-record sixth straight
September 22nd, 2007
PLAINVIEW, Texas — The Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team scored twice in the first seven minutes on Friday and the Zias made those goals stand up, edging Wayland Baptist 2-1 to set...
Springer holds off Clovis Christian
September 22nd, 2007
Clovis Christian ran out of time — and timeouts — in its bid to break into the win column Friday night.
Springer, also coming in winless, got a pair of second-half touchdown passes from senior Ch...
Sept. 22, 1928
September 22nd, 2007
The Clovis News reported that a person had been working in the vicinity of Clovis picking pieces of metal off the highways and had collected 280 pounds from Clovis to Portales. ... Pickwick Stages off...
Prep football capsules
September 21st, 2007
Texico 55, McCurdy 0
Impact: Texico won its third straight game
Records: Texico 3-1.
Difference: Texico held McCurdy to 38 yards, including minus-7 rushing.
Difference-makers: Texico, Edgardo Meza rus...
Tucumcari Rattlers win 14-0 against the Chaparral Lobos
September 21st, 2007
The Tucumcari Rattlers progress to 3-1 beating the Chaparral Lobos 14-0 Friday night at Anthony.
This is the first year the Lobos have had a football team and their stadium has not been built yet. So...
Convenience store chain Town & Country sold
September 21st, 2007
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Convenience store operator Susser Holdings Corp. said Friday it will acquire privately held convenience store chain Town & Country Food Stores for $361 million in cash.
Town...
Sept. 21, 2007 Prep Scores
September 21st, 2007
Area
Raton 28, Portales 13
Texico 55, McCurdy 0
Santa Rosa 19, Fort Sumner 0
Friona 41, Bovina 20
Idalou 21, Muleshoe 14
Morton 35, Farwell 6
Springer 20, Clovis Christian 16
Tucumcari 14, Chaparral 0...
Some Thoughts on Coming Back from Another World
September 21st, 2007
Well, we’re back. Back, it seems, almost as if from another world.
My wife and I are back from three weeks (half of one was taken up, of course, by travel) in Uganda visiting two of our sons and...
Sept. 21, 1941
September 21st, 2007
L.J. Stone and Paul Sellers of Clovis escaped uninjured when a Santa Fe train derailed 100 miles west of Clovis. ... The Hotel Clovis coffee shop had 60-cent Sunday dinner specials. ... Mrs. E.L. Siem...
Mayor: Firefighters’ pay adequate
September 20th, 2007
Phil Davis said he owes his life to the paramedics that came to his aid two weeks ago. Paramedics found him unconscious at his Clovis home within two minutes of his wife calling for help, he said.
He...
Bull riders to make stop in Clovis
September 20th, 2007
Bull riders will stop in Clovis for a chance to move up in tour standings in hopes of qualifying for November’s Professional Bull Riders Final in Las Vegas, Nev.
PBR Tour organizer Marc Andrus said...
AFSOC leader coming to base
September 20th, 2007
Air Force Special Operations Command will assume ownership of Cannon Air Force Base during a ceremony Oct. 1 at the base.
The 27th Fighter Wing will be designated the 27th Special Operations Wing dur...
Chosen Christians should be set apart from rest
September 20th, 2007
I am saving “boxtops” for my grandchildren’s school.
While clipping and cutting from cereal and cake mix boxes, I think about my mother, who purchased a silverware set with coupons.
When my pa...
a view from under the pew
September 20th, 2007
Editor's note: Amos is a church mouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, but he can't operate the capital shift, and he shuns punctuation marks — except hyphens and dashes.
a shutterb...
Sept. 21 Public Record
September 20th, 2007
The following marriage licenses were compiled from court records from Sept. 13 through Wednesday:
Alfredo Quiroz, 27, of Texico, to Ana Rivera 21, of Clovis
Cody James Hilsman, 23, to Brittainy Lynn K...
What's Happening
September 20th, 2007
Today
Professional Bull Riders Tour — 7:30 p.m. Curry County Fairgrounds. Tickets are $15 per adult and $10 per child and can be purchased at the Chamber of Commerce or at the fairgrounds. Informati...
Jail and Bail event raises $15,000 for March of Dimes
September 20th, 2007
A March of Dimes Jail and Bail event Wednesday at Leal’s Mexican Restaurant raised $15,000 in donations.
Business and community leaders were “jailed” for an hour. Bail was paid through donation...
Tucumcari mayor resigns, cites poor health as reason
September 20th, 2007
Mary Mayfield resigned Thursday as city commissioner and mayor of Tucumcari, effective immediately.
Mayfield, elected mayor in 2004, is the first woman in the city’s history to serve as mayor.
She...
Police: Tucumcari suspect has history of violence, illness
September 20th, 2007
TUCUMCARI — The man arrested Wednesday in connection with the slaying of a Tucumcari motel worker has a history of violence and mental illness, a state police officer said.
James Benuska, 39, being...
Texas Playboys highlight of festival
September 20th, 2007
Did you go to the Clovis Music Festival? I’ve got to tell you my favorite act was Bob Wills’ Texas Playboys.
I can tell you when I first discovered Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys. I was in co...
Eastern deserves ‘A’ for enrollment, surprises on field
September 20th, 2007
Eastern New Mexico University is often a source of “good news” for the region and two recent items are especially worth noting.
On Sept. 13, ENMU President Steven Gamble announced student enroll...
Secret passwords have lost luster
September 20th, 2007
Am I the only person on the planet who was sincerely shocked to hear this week that the most common password for secret passwords is “password?”
Duh!
If your “becoming-more-complex-by-the-minu...
Change of season at the Hillcrest Park Zoo
September 20th, 2007
Hillcrest Park Zoo Head Curator Mark Yannotti explains how the change of season affects the zoo animals....
Sept. 20, 1975
September 20th, 2007
Sponsored by Immanuel Lutheran and Trinity Churches, the Van Khau Phong family, Vietnamese refugees, were the guests of honor at a public reception. ... Richard Ramsey of the Soil Conservation Service...
Sept. 20 Police Blotter
September 19th, 2007
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
About 8 p.m. Sept. 9 an officer responded to a business in the 3000 block of Prince for a report of a...
Education Digest: Eastern enrollment increases slightly
September 19th, 2007
The 2007 fall enrollment at Eastern New Mexico University is up slightly from 2006, according to a university press release.
The university reported 4,180 students enrolled, an increase of 44 students...
Sept. 20 Education Blotter
September 19th, 2007
Samplings of school-related incidents in which area law enforcement responded:
Around 2 p.m. Sept. 5 an officer responded to Choices Alternative School for a fight between two male students.
One of...
Firefighters plan to present petition
September 19th, 2007
Clovis firefighters plan to attend today’s City Commission meeting and ask commissioners to reconsider their decision on a pay plan designed to retain firefighters.
Commissioners voted against a pa...
Zias drop seventh-straight match at West Texas A&M
September 19th, 2007
First-year Zia volleyball head coach Kim Falkenhagen probably could have imagined a better homecoming to her former stomping grounds in Canyon than she got Wednesday night.
As it turned out, her Zias...
Guilty plea entered in case of 2006 death
September 19th, 2007
A Clovis man pleaded guilty late Wednesday afternoon to second-degree murder, according to a release from the 9th Judicial District Attorney’s office.
Tony Martinez, 54, pleaded guilty in connectio...
Letters to the Editor: Firefighting dangerous business
September 19th, 2007
Sometimes I find it hard to believe smart people with educations can have such a lack of common sense.
This whole issue with firefighters’ pay is a no-brainer.
Most city employees don’t have th...
Energy market doesn’t need Congress' help
September 19th, 2007
Always in search of a gimmicky way to mass market lousy ideas, some members of Congress have been lining up behind something called the 25 X 25 plan.
The plan would set the country on the course of g...
Woman sentenced for spitting in face of paramedic
September 19th, 2007
A 27-year-old Clovis woman was sentenced Wednesday for battery upon a health-care worker.
Crystal Sandoval was found guilty last week of the fourth-degree felony and sentenced to 90 days in the Curry...
Legislature timing key in water project
September 19th, 2007
MELROSE — The Eastern New Mexico Rural Water Authority would like to become a governmental authority during the 2008 New Mexico Legislature — 30-day session or not.
During the water authority’s...
Fall Vistors
September 19th, 2007
Ronnie MacKechnie, an Ag teacher at Grady School talks about the fall moment of tarantulas....
Arrest made in Tucumcari homicide
September 19th, 2007
TUCUMCARI — State police arrested a man in connection with the death of a 60-year-old motel employee Wednesday at the Microtel Inn.
State Police Sgt. Andrew Tingwall said James Benuska has been cha...
Sept. 19, 1922
September 19th, 2007
C.W. Harrison, president of the First National Bank of Clovis, attended the meeting of the New Mexico Bankers Association in Las Vegas. ... The Clovis News reported the senior class of Clovis High Sch...
Voting by mail gets my full support
September 18th, 2007
In counties across New Mexico, voters had an opportunity Tuesday to decide important issues like school bonds.
In the years since the disputed 2000 presidential election, voters have shown trepidatio...
Sen. Clinton’s health-care plan no miracle cure
September 18th, 2007
HillaryCare is back with a promise to make health care more affordable, more available and with more choices for everyone.
But if Sen. Hillary Clinton’s health care program financed with $110 bill...
County, Mounted Patrol lock horns
September 18th, 2007
The future of the Pioneer Days Rodeo could be in peril without a compromise between the county and the Curry County Mounted Patrol, according to an organization spokesperson.
Bob Lacey told the Curry...
Rattlers get past Hounds
September 18th, 2007
SAN ANTONIO — St. Mary’s scored three unanswered goals in the second half and pulled away to a 4-2 men’s soccer victory over Eastern New Mexico University on Sunday.
The loss was the third in a...
Sept. 18, 1964
September 18th, 2007
Work was in progress on the new addition to the main fire station. The structure was being built at a cost of $29,000. ... A drive-thru car wash was being operated at 1500 Thornton for 50 cents. ... A...
Rosh Hashanah message not just relevant to Jews
September 17th, 2007
Jews throughout the world are observing Rosh Hashanah, a 10-day period of remembrance and renewal, the beginning of a New Year, ending on Yom Kippur, which begins Friday.
These are days not only of...
Business Digest: Ag center giving root system demo
September 17th, 2007
The New Mexico State University Agricultural Science Center at Clovis is planning a crop root demonstration Wednesday.
“Most folks are familiar with the above-ground portion of plants,” extension...
Sept. 18 Police Blotter
September 17th, 2007
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
About 3 a.m. Sept. 8 an officer stopped to talk to a male walking through the softball fields on 14t...
Employment fair planned at Eastern
September 17th, 2007
Members of the Community Development Corporation Board, in conjunction with Eastern New Mexico University, will hold an employment fair to seek students interested in filling area positions.
“The w...
Concealed weapon permit holders rising
September 17th, 2007
Curry County residents account for about 3 percent of concealed weapon permit holders in the state.
There are 186 Curry County citizens and 45 Roosevelt County residents currently authorized to carry...
Clovis Animal Shelter pet of the week 14-21 September 2007
September 17th, 2007
Clovis Animal Shelter pet the week 17-21 September....
Sept. 17, 1947
September 17th, 2007
A Clovis committee for education on alcoholism was organized, to wage a local campaign against alcoholism and its attendant social and personal problems. ... The Treasury Department reported that Curr...
Wildcats rushers provide multi-pronged attack
September 16th, 2007
Last week it was Scott McMath. This week it was Derrick Phillips who provided the second half of a 1-2 punch in the running game with senior workhorse Manuel Robles.
Robles did his part, topping the...
Kingsville sweeps Zias
September 16th, 2007
KINGSVILLE, Texas — Adina Gray and Sha Tramble combined for 30 kills Saturday as Texas A&M-Kingsville defeated Eastern New Mexico Univeristy 30-21, 30-25, 30-25 in Lone Star Conference volleyball.
...
ENMU cross country squads fifth, sixth
September 16th, 2007
LUBBOCK — The Eastern New Mexico University men’s cross country team placed fifth out of eight teams while the women were sixth out of 10 in Friday’s Jackrabbit Open, hosted by Texas Tech.
Tech...
Sept. 16, 1972
September 16th, 2007
Zenith Sales and Service, located at 115 W. Grand, offered TV repair service on all makes and models of color TVs. ... A demolition crew began tearing down the “cold storage” ice house on the sout...
Sept. 16 Police Blotter
September 15th, 2007
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 7 p.m. Sept. 6 an officer responded to an apartment in the 1300 block of Pile Street for a do...
What's Happening
September 15th, 2007
Today
Blood Drive — 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall, 1501 Sycamore St.
Tuesday
Curry County Commission meeting — 9 a.m., Commissioner’s Room, Curry County...
Sept. 16 School Menus
September 15th, 2007
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Egg on a raft, graham cracker, juice and milk. Lunch — Breaded beef patty, rice pilaf, mixed vegetables, cinnamon applesauce, whole wheat roll and milk.
Tues...
Letters to the Editor: Pollution worse than cigarette smoke
September 15th, 2007
The “legislative bull” Curry County Commissioner Albin Smith referenced regarding smoking at the fair was right on target. (“Commission considers smoking code,” Sept. 6 CNJ)
Commissioners pro...
Effectiveness of Constitution depends on us
September 15th, 2007
Sept. 17, 1787, is one of a handful of dates that have changed the world. It was the day a group of men, representing colonies that had recently won independence from England, put forth a rather short...
Former financial advisor falters
September 15th, 2007
A few weeks ago I went to the commissary with my five children. Going to the grocery store with all of them isn't easy, so when my husband deploys I often go to a small and extremely expensive store t...
Accident didn’t slow down farmer
September 15th, 2007
This story is told by the daughter of Clyde Sparks, Neva Riggins of Clovis, and takes place in the fall of 1945.
“Dad said that he lacked two rounds being completely finished with the wheat harvest...
Sept. 16 Engagement
September 15th, 2007
Priest-Jones
Layton Priest of Artesia announces the engagement and approaching marriage of his daughter, Starla L. Priest of Yukon, Okla. to Nathan M. Jones, of Yukon, Okla.
He is the son of Mark Jone...
Sept. 16 Wedding
September 15th, 2007
Kos-Spriggs
Jeannette Kos of Clovis and Philip Spriggs of Clovis were joined in marriage Aug. 3, 2007, at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nev.
The bride is the daughter of Bryan and Louise Kos of Melrose....
Sept. 16 Senior Happenings
September 15th, 2007
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Monday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., daily activities including pool, crafts, ceramics, sewing, quilting, dominos, puzzles, card games, computer access, blood pressure chec...
Don’t shy away from change
September 15th, 2007
What happens when you really stop to count your blessings, your opportunities, your values in terms of time and what you may hope or dream of accomplishing?
What happens, in short, when you come face...
Sept. 16 Club Notes
September 15th, 2007
Curry County Association of Educational Retirees
The first meeting of the new year of the Curry County Association of Educational Retirees was held at the Holiday Inn.
Lynda Milburn conducted the meet...
Dustdevils earn victory over ENMU
September 15th, 2007
LAREDO, Texas — Texas A&M-International scored three goals in a span of less than 14 minutes during the first half on Friday and the Dustdevils held on for a 3-2 men’s soccer victory over Eastern...
Zias equal program's consecutive-win record
September 15th, 2007
LAKEWOOD, Colo. — The Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team scored three times in the first 21 minutes and cruised to a 3-1 win over Colorado Christian on Friday.
Sophomore forward Sa...
Muleshoe 50, Shallowater 26
September 15th, 2007
Records: Muleshoe 3-0, Shallowater 0-2.
Impact: The host Mules continued to role, compiling 514 total yards and building a 50-7 lead by the end of the third quarter. Seven players had one touchdown e...
Smyer 28, Farwell 14
September 15th, 2007
Records: Smyer n/a, Farwell 0-3.
Impact: The host Steers were in contention for their first win until late. Leading 15-14, Bobcats quarterback Cole Kerns scored twice in the final 2 1/2 minutes to se...
Fort Sumner 27, Capitan 14
September 15th, 2007
Records: Fort Sumner 3-0, Capitan 1-2.
Impact: The visiting Foxes held Capitan to minus-3 yards rushing and 123 yards of total offense.
Difference-makers: Cass Dimitroff rushed for 203 yards on 27 c...
Area prep scores
September 15th, 2007
Clovis 33, Palo Duro, TX 0
Slaton, TX 21, Portales 6
Texico 44, Loving 0
New Deal 10, Bovina 0
Smyer 28, Farwell 14
Fort Sumner 27, Capitan 14
Dora 52, Foothill 6
Tucumcari 39, Estancia 6
Menaul 38,...
Sept. 15, 1930
September 15th, 2007
Dr. A.L. Dillon was re-elected county chairman and Otto Smith was re-elected secretary at the GOP County meeting. ... Only one dairy fell below a grade A test in a report made to city officials by Dr....
Local DA handling Albuquerque case
September 14th, 2007
An Albuquerque man was indicted Friday by an Albuquerque grand jury in a murder-for-hire case being handled by the 9th Judicial District attorney’s office.
Earl Scott Robinson, 72, is being held on...
Ex-police chief won't face charges
September 14th, 2007
Additional animal cruelty charges against a former Melrose police chief will not be pursued, according to District Attorney Matt Chandler.
Mike Trammell, 37, was acquitted June 7 in Magistrate Court...
Menaul 38, Clovis Christian 28
September 14th, 2007
Records: Menaul 2-1, Clovis Christian 0-3.
Impact: CCS cut a 24-14 halftime deficit to two points with the first score of the third quarter, but was unable to overtake the Panthers in the Eagles’ h...
Officers exonerated
September 14th, 2007
A Curry County grand jury chose Friday not to indict two former detention officers accused of beating an inmate at the Curry County Adult Detention Center.
Jeff Aikman, 30, and Bernie Woods, 37, were...
Texico 44, Loving 0
September 14th, 2007
Records: Texico 2-1, Loving 0-3.
Impact: Texico posted its second consecutive shutout, cruising on the road after building a 35-0 halftime lead. The second half was played with a running clock.
Diff...
Sept. 14, 1938
September 14th, 2007
Santa Fe Railway offered low one-way fares, such as two cents per mile, in a Clovis News-Journal advertisement. ... The Clovis News-Journal reported a baby boy was ready for adoption and would be glad...
Mules' defense early-season surprise
September 13th, 2007
Garrett Riley acknowledges he’s having fun these days directing the potent Muleshoe offense.
The Mules have scored 80 points and pilled up more than 900 yards of offense in cruising to wins in its...
TexAnns deal Zias setback in South play
September 13th, 2007
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Missy Castro had 12 kills and Emily Richardson added 11 as Tarleton State opened Lone Star Conference South Division volleyball play Thursday night with a 30-21, 30-25, 30-21 w...
Firefighters continue push for raises
September 13th, 2007
Members of a newly formed Clovis Fire Fighter’s Association are circulating a petition asking the City Commission to reconsider a plan for department pay raises.
The firefighters plan to present th...
a view from under the pew
September 13th, 2007
Editor’s note: During the recent cool autumn weather, Amos
stumbled into a low-lying cloud for a scintillating conversation. Amos is a churchmouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard, bu...
Memorials don’t have to be about death
September 13th, 2007
Navajo author Luci Tapahonso wrote about a Native American family who was traveling on the deserted dirt road between Oak Springs, Ariz., and Shiprock many years ago.
The family of three was travel...
Religion Digest: Church breakfast fund-raiser planned
September 13th, 2007
The Sacred Heart and Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic churches are holding a joint breakfast fund-raiser from 8 a.m.-noon Sunday at the Sacred Heart Church Parish Hall.
The money will go toward a Spanis...
Cops and Courts: Police holding crime seminars
September 13th, 2007
The Clovis Police Department is hosting two town hall seminars this month, according to a press release from police.
The meetings are:
Tuesday — 6:30 p.m. Cameo Elementary, 1600 North Cameo St.
Sept...
Sept. 14 Public Record
September 13th, 2007
The following marriage licenses were compiled from court records from Sept. 5 through Wednesday:
Brandon Lee Christian, 28, to Michael Marion Morrison, 25, both of Clovis
Aaron Dewayne Parker, 22, of...
Portales Abengoa plant on market
September 13th, 2007
Abengoa Bioenergy, of St. Louis announced Thursday that it intends to sell its Portales plant, according to plant officials.
The global company acquired the Portales facility in 2002 and has since th...
What's Happening
September 13th, 2007
Saturday
Blood Drive — 11 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. North Plains Mall. Hosted by the 21st Street Church of Christ.
2nd Annual Pawcasso’s Art Auction — 7-11 p.m. Clovis Civic Center. Over 50 paintings do...
United Way of Eastern New Mexico Block Party
September 13th, 2007
United Way of Eastern New Mexico kicked off its fund raising campaign year Thursday with a block party on Main street....
Trouble named Rufus runs overhead
September 13th, 2007
I just heard Rufus again as he ran across the attic in my sons’ house in Mbale, Uganda.
Though we hear him fairly regularly, mainly at night, we’re not sure that anyone has ever actually seen Ruf...
Tossing diapers can’t be good karma
September 13th, 2007
There’s something great about a new morning on the High Plains. The sun has just come up, the air is still cool and fresh, birds are singing. It’s even better when it’s my day off and The Lady o...
Month isn’t all about being Hispanic
September 13th, 2007
Growing up in an ethnocentric world, the barrio of north Portales, my ethnicity was a major factor in my early life. Now, it’s not color of skin or language that unites me with people. It’s common...
Flood protection shouldn’t fall on rest of us
September 13th, 2007
The American dream includes owning one’s own home. For many in New Mexico, those homes are in or near the mountains. In coastal states, it’s often beach-front property — where folks such as Cind...
Sept. 13, 1974
September 13th, 2007
Observance of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year, began with services in the home of Albert Vohs. ... Jeanette Ward, the New Mexico Angus Queen, was presenting awards in the beef division of the New...
Enrollment down at CCC
September 12th, 2007
Enrollment numbers are down this semester at Clovis Community College because of the transition at Cannon Air Force Base and a low unemployment rate, officials said.
“If it stayed where it is right...
Letters to the Editor: Emergency workers need incentive
September 12th, 2007
I sure hope no one needs an ambulance or firetruck in the future, because there may not be anyone on board.
The rejection of the fire department pay increase by the Clovis City Commission is just plai...
Former wildlife official’s credibility forever tarnished
September 12th, 2007
There are at least two sides to every story. Until recently we had never heard the other side of Julie MacDonald’s story, freeing her enemies to paint as unflattering a portrait of the former Interi...
Couple falls victim to tornado, burglary
September 12th, 2007
An elderly Clovis couple who lost their house to the March 23 tornado said they were devastated again by burglaries to their property.
Delbert and Pearl Tivis had lived in their home on South Prince...
Roswell CSI speaks at Eastern
September 12th, 2007
Crime Scene Investigator Steve Halvorson’s passion for his job captivated an audience Wednesday at Eastern New Mexico University.
Halvorson, a detective with the Roswell Police Department, has 22...
Sept. 13 Education Blotter
September 12th, 2007
Samplings of school-related incidents in which area law enforcement responded:
Around noon Aug. 28 an officer came upon school personnel breaking up a fight in the hall at Yucca Middle School.
One o...
Education Digest: Sandia teacher earns music award
September 12th, 2007
Bamby Hays of Clovis was selected to receive the John Batcheller Award for Excellence in Teaching Elementary School Music at the 2008 New Mexico Music Educators Association all-state convention, accor...
Sept. 13 Police Blotter
September 12th, 2007
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 2 a.m. Sept. 4 an officer responded to a home in the 900 block of Gidding for a report of bre...
What's Happening
September 12th, 2007
Today
United Way of Eastern New Mexico kick-off party — 5-6:30 p.m. 215 N. Main St. Free hamburgers and drinks with a donation of three or more cans or non-perishable food items.
Rural Bookmobile ...
Information sought in tool theft case
September 12th, 2007
The Curry County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information on a burglary last month in Broadview.
Sometime between Aug. 25-28 a residence on Curry Road 45 was burglarized and several items stolen, a...
Infant death investigated as homicide
September 12th, 2007
Law enforcement officials said Wednesday the cause of death of a 9-month-old girl last week was blunt force trauma and the case is now being pursued as a homicide.
At a press conference Wednesday aft...
Patriot Day, September 11, 2007
September 12th, 2007
Survivor recalls September 11, 2001 attack on Patriot Day event, September 11, 2007....
Sept. 12, 1963
September 12th, 2007
City police were investigating the burglary of B & H Transfer Co. at 200 West First St. ... The Clovis News Journal reported the estimated value of the real estate, aircraft, and equipment at Cannon A...
Hounds still ranked in region
September 11th, 2007
PORTALES — Eastern New Mexico University’s men stayed in the NCAA Division II Midwest Region soccer rankings after splitting a pair of Southwest Soccer Conference matches over the weekend.
ENMU (...
Clovis woman given six years for drug charges
September 11th, 2007
Sylvia Martinez, 38, of Clovis was sentenced to six years in prison Tuesday after pleading guilty to drug charges.
Martinez will also receive supervised probation and parole for five years for traffi...
State police captain offered position
September 11th, 2007
New Mexico State Police Capt. Daniel Lopez has been offered the city’s top law enforcement position in Tucumcari, according to City Manager John Sutherland.
However, the city may not be able to hir...
Washington terms given political spin
September 11th, 2007
Earlier this week, a cnjonline.com poll gave readers three choices on new Republican presidential candidate Fred Thompson — “He’s a Reaganesque leader I’m voting for,” “Let’s wait and se...
Iraq report leaves many questions unanswered
September 11th, 2007
Perhaps it was unrealistic to expect much more, but given the buildup, Monday’s report on Iraq was a little disappointing.
However, it is true that Gen. David Petraeus and U.S. Ambassador to Iraq...
Portales infant’s death declared suspicious
September 11th, 2007
Law enforcement officials are continuing their investigation into what they are now calling the “suspicious death” of a 9-month-old, according to a news release from the Roosevelt County Sheriff...
School board does walk-through of La Casita
September 11th, 2007
School board officials walked through the halls at La Casita Elementary school Tuesday at the board’s first school visitation meeting.
The school board voted in its last meeting to have school visi...
What's Happening
September 11th, 2007
Thursday
United Way of Eastern New Mexico kick-off party — 5-6:30 p.m. 215 N. Main St. Free hamburgers and drinks with a donation of three or more cans or non-perishable food items.
Rural Bookmobil...
Military Feature: Senate panel endorses military raise
September 11th, 2007
An endorsement from a Senate panel Tuesday could mean a 3.5 percent pay raise for military members and civilian Department of Defense employees.
The pay raise exceeds the 3 percent recommended by Pre...
Tucumcari Rattlers Coach Dub Smith
September 11th, 2007
Rattlers varsity coach Dub Smith speaks on his team....
Clovis Aquatic Center pool fails inspection
September 11th, 2007
The Clovis Aquatic Center pool failed a New Mexico Environmental Department inspection Tuesday.
The pool failed the inspection because it lacked repairs city officials were not aware needed to be mad...
Zia volleyballers struggles continue
September 11th, 2007
SEARCY, Ark. — The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team dropped its final two matches in the Harding Classic on Saturday, falling to Washburn 30-21, 30-18, 30-17 and to the host Lady Bison...
Lelei leads Hound harriers at UNM
September 11th, 2007
ALBUQUERQUE — Senior Nimrod Lelei finished 23rd in a field of 84 runners Saturday, leading the Eastern New Mexico University men’s cross country team to a sixth-place finish in the Lobo Invitation...
County says no to liquor
September 11th, 2007
Curry County commissioners voted Tuesday in a special meeting against applying for a government liquor license for the fairgrounds and the special event Center.
The vote was 3-2.
County manager Dick...
Sept. 11, 2007 Police Blotter
September 11th, 2007
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 1 a.m. Sept. 2 an officer stopped a vehicle for loud music on 21st Street.
The driver was 15...
Sept. 11, 1923
September 11th, 2007
With the arrival and installation of 14 mail boxes, the Clovis post office announced an early-morning mail collection would be made every day, including Sundays and holidays. ... County Agent E.C. Hol...
Zias extend winning streak to four
September 10th, 2007
ODESSA, Texas — Hannah Dozier and April Funck scored goals less than 2 1/2 minutes apart late in the second half Sunday to lift Eastern New Mexico University past UT-Permian Basin 2-1 in a women’...
Hounds fall in SSC contest at Northeastern State
September 10th, 2007
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. — In a seesaw affair, Northeastern State scored last and the RiverHawks pulled out a 3-2 Southwest Soccer Conference victory over Eastern New Mexico University on Sunday.
Steven Ha...
Pavarotti work ethic just as powerful as voice
September 10th, 2007
If toward the end he became almost a caricature of himself — expanding in girth, canceling performances, indulging his appetites, leaving his wife for a young secretary, earning barbs from critics f...
Be wary of "get rich quick" businesses
September 10th, 2007
Today’s economy is a lot different than it was one year ago. With interest rates rising and home mortgages with adjustable rates cutting into cash flow; consumers are looking for ways to make more m...
Sept. 11, 2007 It's Their Business
September 10th, 2007
Name: Lavender and Lace
Location: 3017 N. Prince, Suite 2
What they do: Sell silk and dry florals, oil paintings, gifts and home decor
Who’s in charge: Anne McMath
Employees: one
How long in busines...
Sept. 11, 2007 Business Digest
September 10th, 2007
Cotton research program available
Cotton producer and importers who want USDA’s Agriculture Marketing Service to conduct a referendum regarding the Cotton Research and Promotion Program can sign-up...
County to weigh liquor license for fairgrounds
September 10th, 2007
The Curry County Commission will decide in a special meeting today whether to apply for a liquor license for the special events center and the fairgrounds.
The license will be a governmental liquor l...
Sept. 11 events include concert
September 10th, 2007
A 9/11 concert will be held at the Patriot Outdoors center from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Christian music artist Van Walworth will be performing and retired Air Force Col. Penny Bailey will speak about...
Sept. 11, 2007 What's Happening
September 10th, 2007
Today
Local Emergency Planning Committee Exercise Design and Planning Committee —10 a.m. Emergency Management conference room, 320 Connelly.
Community Development Block Grant funds public hearing ...
Zias, Hounds post wins in soccer
September 10th, 2007
Once they scored, the Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team was pretty much assured of winning.
Facing a College of the Southwest squad in transition, to say the least, the Zias were lo...
Zias fall twice on first day of tourney
September 10th, 2007
SEARCY, Ark. — The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team had chances on Friday against quality opponents, but came up short both times in a tournament hosted by Harding University.
The Zias...
Clovis Animal Shelter pet of the week 10-14 September 2007
September 10th, 2007
Clovis Animal Shelter pet of the week 10-14 September 2007....
Sept. 10, 1979
September 10th, 2007
John Harris, former Clovis Wildcats baseball star and son of Mr. and Mrs. John Harris, was called up to join the California Angels’ Major League club. ... Jack Bell and Kay Harmon were the recipient...
CHS' Waters second at Plainview
September 9th, 2007
PLAINVIEW, Texas — Junior Caitlin Waters finished second overall, highlighting the Clovis High girls’ performance Saturday in the Plainview Invitational cross country meet.
Waters ran a time of 1...
Sept. 9, 1969
September 9th, 2007
Jackie Linton, a 174-pound junior, was named Clovis High’s winner of the first “Bad Cat” award, which was presented weekly to an outstanding football player. ... Woody’s Taco Bell meat burrito...
Warden set to leave game (and fish)
September 8th, 2007
Wesley Robertson drove on a Curry County road keeping his eye on the road for spent shotgun shells, bullet holes and tire tracks — signs of hunters. Small game hunting season opened on Sept. 1 and h...
Sept. 9, 2007 Police Blotter
September 8th, 2007
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 4 a.m. Aug. 28 an officer responded to a home in the 1000 block of Rencher Street for a repo...
Sept. 9, 2007 Local Briefs
September 8th, 2007
Udall aide to hold office hours in area
Christopher Neubauer, staff member for U.S. Representative Tom Udall, D-N.M., will hold constituent office hours in Grady, Clovis and Portales next week. Anyone...
Sept. 9, 2007 What's Happening
September 8th, 2007
Today
Gospel — 10 a.m. Norman Petty Studios.
Monday
United Blood Services Blood Drive— 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Clovis Community College, Commons area. Donors receive free cholesterol test and T-shirt. F...
2007 Curry County Fair results part 2
September 8th, 2007
Department O Flower Show Junior Division
Rose
Hybrid Tea Pink
1. Lily Martin
Hybrid Tea Yellow
2. Jessica Cary
Hybrid Tea Red
1. Lynnae Allen
3. Katelyn Ruebush
Hybrid Tea Blend
1. Katelyn Rueb...
2007 Curry County Fair results part 1
September 8th, 2007
4-H Home Economics and General Project Division
Photo with good composition
Novice
1. Kortney Bone
2. Danielle Bennett
Junior
1. Mackenzee Starbuck
Trick Photo
Senior
2. Thomas, Kylynn
Photo with...
Letters to the Editor: Local funds could be better spent
September 8th, 2007
Congratulations Clovis on the new “mobile command center” (“Vehicle gives CPD on-scene capabilities,” Wednesday’s CNJ).
We should park it alongside the new snorkel truck for the fire depart...
Deporting illegal workers would put U.S. in bind
September 8th, 2007
We can testify that many Americans have powerful feelings about illegal immigrants and desire both stronger enforcement of existing immigration laws and ways to identify and if possible deport as many...
Not all warriors fueled by meat
September 8th, 2007
Whenever people find out that my husband is a vegetarian they are surprised, and often ask me how it’s possible that he is both in the military and a vegetarian. These two notions, in apparent contr...
Music brought couple to Clovis
September 8th, 2007
The parents of Harold and Sheila (McGinnis) Phillips were Quakers, and so were Harold and Sheila who had come to Clovis in 1953. In 1977 Sheila gave me two books written by her mother, Edith B. McGinn...
Sept. 9 Senior Happenings
September 8th, 2007
Friendship Senior Center
901 West 13th St.
Monday: 9 - 11 a.m. coffee klatch; ceramics, cards and crafts; 1-2:30 p.m. Mexican bingo.
Tuesday: 9 - 11 a.m. coffee klatch; ceramics and cards. 10 a.m....
Sept. 9 Engagement
September 8th, 2007
Jones/DeGroot
Debra Graves of Los Alamos announces the engagement and approaching marriage of her daughter Kristine E. Jones of Portales to Samuel J. DeGroot of Portales.
The bride-elect is the daught...
Innocent animals’ trust met with humans’ cruelty
September 8th, 2007
Several weeks ago, I had to make a business trip from Albuquerque to Phoenix, which involved an overnight stay in Albuquerque and a late drive home on the second day of my absence. It was during a pho...
Sept. 9 School Menus
September 8th, 2007
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Breakfast — Waffle sticks, graham cracker, juice and milk. Lunch — Chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes with gravy, green beans, orange slices, whole wheat roll and milk.
Tu...
Sept. 9 Library Books
September 8th, 2007
The following books are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library:
Operation Homecoming: Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Home Front in the Words of U.S. Troops and Their Families edited by Andrew Carr...
Hirschi Huskies hustle Rams in Lubbock
September 8th, 2007
The Portales Rams expected to be tested Saturday night against Wichita Falls-Hirschi at Lubbock’s Lowrey Field. If Saturday’s game was a test, the Rams want a re-do after a 31-6 loss.
The Rams (0...
Zias cruise to easy win over CSW
September 8th, 2007
Once they scored, the Eastern New Mexico University women’s soccer team was pretty much assured of winning.
Facing a College of the Southwest squad in transition, to say the least, the Zias were lo...
Friday night football wrap-up 9/7
September 8th, 2007
Texico 34, Chaparral 0
Records: Chaparral 0-2, Texico 1-1
Impact: Playing their home opener, the Wolverines bounced back from a shutout loss at Dexter last week.
Difference-makers: Mario Posada ran fo...
Sept. 8, 1926
September 8th, 2007
Enrollment in Clovis’ public schools broke a record with close to 1,500 students enrolled. ... Virgil Hall, former employee of a motor car company in Clovis, was returned by officers to Versailles,...
Floyd mashes Menaul
September 7th, 2007
Floyd rolled out 457 total yards Friday night in a convincing 60-38 win against Menaul.
The Broncos got 251 yards rushing from Jesus Davalos and 152 from Edel Sotelo. Floyd jumped out to a 14-0 first...
Sights and sounds of the Clovis Music Festival
September 7th, 2007
David and Linda Acaster of Yorkshire, England, talk about their experience Friday, Sept. 7, at the Clovis Music Festival....
Football friday night scores 9/7
September 7th, 2007
Clovis 24, Eldorado 7
Texico 34, Chaparral 0
Tucumcari 18, Espanola 15
Fort Sumner 38, Carrizozo 0
Dimmitt 35, Farwell 0
Muleshoe 28, Lubbock Cooper 0
Bovina 21, Clarendon 14
Gateway Christian 24, Mel...
Breastfeeding group seeks to educate
September 7th, 2007
A Clovis breastfeeding support group believes education is the best way to spotlight the issue of breastfeeding in public.
Although they have had no problems with the local Applebee’s restaurant, t...
Grandmother arrested for heroin trafficking
September 7th, 2007
A grandmother was arrested on drug trafficking charges Friday after police found heroin in her vehicle, according to the Curry County Sheriff’s Department.
Anna Barreno, 46, is charged with possess...
Clovis man sentenced for stalking
September 7th, 2007
A 45-year-old Clovis man will serve six years in prison in connection with a two-year stalking spree, according to a press release from the District Attorney’s office.
Brent Walker pleaded guilty t...
Friday night football scores 9/7
September 7th, 2007
Clovis 24, Eldorado 7
Bovina 21, Clarendon 14
Texico 34, Chaparral 0
Fort Sumner 38, Carrizozo 0
Gateway Christian 24, Melrose 14
Floyd 60, Menaul 38
Dimmitt 35, Farwell 0
Tucumcari 18, Espanola 15
Va...
Prep scores
September 7th, 2007
Friday
All times MDT
Eldorado at Clovis, 7 p.m.
Chaparral at Texico, 7 p.m.
Carrizozo at Fort Sumner, 7 p.m.
Gateway Christian at Melrose, 7 p.m.
Clovis Christian at Valley Christian, 7 p.m.
Floyd at...
Roosevelt sheriff releases name in child's death
September 7th, 2007
The Roosevelt County Sheriff’s Office has released the name of the 9-month-old girl whose death Wednesday is being investigated.
Kyler Willis was discovered about 1 p.m. Wednesday at 109 E. Sixth St...
Buffaloes hit early by knee injuries
September 7th, 2007
Dickie Roybal hopes his Melrose football team can build on last week’s season-opening 26-0 shutout of Tatum.
It’ll be tough, though, considering the Buffaloes’ injury situation — they’ve al...
Melrose hit early by knee injuries
September 7th, 2007
Dickie Roybal hopes his Melrose football team can build on last week’s season-opening 26-0 shutout of Tatum.
It’ll be tough, though, considering the Buffaloes’ injury situation — they’ve al...
Sept. 7, 1946
September 7th, 2007
An estimated 1,500 to 2,000 people gathered at Hillcrest Park for an “Old Timers Reunion” in honor of Mr. and Mrs. T.J. Mabry. ... Montgomery Ward sold denim blue jeans for $3.49 a pair. ... A Clo...
Commission rejects fire department pay increase
September 6th, 2007
The Clovis City Commission voted down a proposed pay increase for city fire department employees. The plan called for using about $240,000 from five vacant firefighter positions to increase the pay of...
What's Happening
September 6th, 2007
Today
Norman Petty Studio tours — 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., 1313 W. Seventh St. Information: 763-3435.
Clovis Music Festival — 7 p.m. Clovis Civic Center. Buddy, Roy and Elvis Tribute Show. $15 general...
Sept. 7 Public Record
September 6th, 2007
The following marriage licenses were compiled from court records from Aug. 30 through Wednesday:
Donald Raymond Scoville, 53, to Julia Charmayne Hood, 48, both of Lubbock
Arnoldo Chaparro, 26, to Anil...
First impressions from Mbale, Uganda
September 6th, 2007
As I’m writing from Mbale, Uganda, my problem is not that I don’t have enough to write about; it’s much the opposite.
We’ve been in Africa for just three days. We’re barely out of the jet...
Lottery winnings can’t buy eternity
September 6th, 2007
I just read there were four grand prize winners in the latest Mega Millions lotto drawing.
The drawing was held last week and it was worth $330 million. But that is not all. There are other winners....
a view from under the pew
September 6th, 2007
Editor’s note: Amos is a church mouse, who types by hopping on the computer keyboard keys, but he can’t operate the capital shift, and he shuns punctuation marks — except dashes and hyphens.
th...
Religion Digest: New minister joins Church of Christ
September 6th, 2007
Allen McKinney is the new minister at The Church of Christ, 16th and Pile streets.
McKinney came to Clovis from Lake City, Fla. on Aug. 14
He has been involved in the ministry since 1996.
Church hol...
Petty studio offers step back in time
September 6th, 2007
“There is a shower in the men’s room.”
Ah, I thought. My new co-worker has discovered the uniqueness of our radio station’s men’s room, courtesy of the late Norman Petty. Had he not decide...
Senior balks at traditional celebration
September 6th, 2007
Here’s the dilemma: I envision a nice dinner and dance on commencement night for my daughter and niece who graduate from Portales High School in May. My daughter envisions a night of going to other...
Government racks up hefty travel bill
September 6th, 2007
As big and costly as the federal government is, we wouldn’t expect that its travel budget would be a pittance. But last year’s total of more than $14 billion is still a shocker.
Perhaps we can t...
Officials investigate child's death
September 6th, 2007
Law officers are investigating the death of a 9-month-old Roosevelt County girl who died Wednesday.
Officials will not say if they suspect the child is a victim of homicide.
“The cause of death ha...
Clovis Music Festival practice session
September 6th, 2007
Clovis Music Festival practice session September 6, 2007 at the Clovis Civic Center....
Bill could jump-start Cannon construction
September 6th, 2007
A funding bill before the U.S. Congress could help Air Force Special Operations Command begin construction at Cannon Air Force Base earlier than planned if it meets with final approval, according to A...
Sept. 6, 1918
September 6th, 2007
The Clovis Journal reported A.E. Signer, who had farmed southeast of Clovis for nine years, had “the best crops this year” that he had ever raised. ... Secretary Rufus Jones of the Clovis Chamber...
Local Roundup: Aquatic center opening planned
September 5th, 2007
Officials hope to open the Clovis Aquatic Center on Monday pending an inspection by the New Mexico Environmental Department, according to Rob Carter, director of Clovis’ Parks and Recreation.
Utiliz...
Sept. 6 Police Blotter
September 5th, 2007
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 1 a.m. Aug. 26 an officer conducted a traffic stop in the area of Fifth and Main streets.
A c...
Researchers seek to end peanut rot
September 5th, 2007
Researcher Saum Sanogo is working to develop more organic methods to treat pod rot in peanuts.
Beneficial microbes for seed treatment and botanical extracts, such as garlic and chili plant extracts,...
Space still available in CCC classes
September 5th, 2007
Clovis Community College is still enrolling students for the following classes:
High Plains Chorale — 15 sessions, 6:45–8:25 p.m., Thursdays through Dec. 13, Room 186. Fee: $15
The Backstage Pa...
Sept. 6 Education Blotter
September 5th, 2007
Samplings of school-related incidents in which area law enforcement responded, according to reports:
Around noon Aug. 20 an officer responded to a report of a fight after lunch between two male stud...
Letters to the Editor: Zoo’s evolution impresses patron
September 5th, 2007
Having grown up in Clovis many years ago and having lived five blocks west of the zoo, I was pleasantly surprised to see how much it has improved over the years.
While visiting relatives during July,...
Timing of Iraq pullout won’t lessen turmoil
September 5th, 2007
President Bush’s surprise visit to Anbar province in Iraq, leading him to suggest the possibility that further successes in the security situation could lead to an unspecified reduction in the numbe...
CCC trims part-time tuition
September 5th, 2007
Part-time students can afford to take more classes at Clovis Community College in the spring semester.
The tuition reduction, which affects students taking less than seven credit-hours, is part of th...
Commission considers smoking code
September 5th, 2007
The Curry County Commission is considering limiting outdoor smoking at the Curry County Fairgrounds.
The proposal would limit outdoor smoking to 25 feet or more outside the fairgrounds gates. The ord...
What's Happening
September 5th, 2007
Today
Local Emergency Planning Committee Emergency Response Meeting — 10 a.m., Emergency Management conference room, 320 Connelly.
Norman Petty Studio tours — 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., 1313 W. Seventh S...
Sept. 5, 1925
September 5th, 2007
Wallace Tuttle, accompanied on the piano by Miss Blanche Lanewood Stevenson, performed two songs at the Kiwanis Club meeting. ... The Clovis News reported the state tax rate for 1925 would be $5.50 p...
ENMU building programs
September 4th, 2007
PORTALES — On the surface, Eastern New Mexico University’s cross country teams may not have seemed to fare all that well in Friday’s season-opening Buffalo Stampede, hosted by West Texas A&M at...
Lady Cats pull away from Westerners
September 4th, 2007
LUBBOCK — The Clovis High volleyball team struggled through the first two games, then cruised to a game-clinching win in the third Tuesday night in a 25-23, 26-24, 25-11 victory over Lubbock High.
...
Sept. 5, 2007 What's Happening
September 4th, 2007
Today
Clovis Community College board meeting — 8 a.m. CCC board room.
Curry County Commission— 9 a.m. Courthouse.
Community Development Block Grant funds public hearing— 1:30 p.m. Clovis-Carver...
Clovis Relay raises $100K
September 4th, 2007
The 2007 Clovis Relay for Life has raised more than $100,000 to benefit the American Cancer Society, according to event organizers.
This year’s effort has brought in the most donations since the fu...
Separation doesn't justify silencing religious
September 4th, 2007
T he last thing we want to see is an overloaded federal court system burdened with another lawsuit. But we can’t say we’re disappointed that Erica Corder and her parents are suing a Colorado schoo...
I made my bed, and I burned in it
September 4th, 2007
I don’t have what you’d call a varied wardrobe. If there’s a shirt I find comfortable, I usually buy one in every available color.
Another dress code rule for me is, “No shorts.” It all has...
Former deputy sentenced for failure to register as sex offender
September 4th, 2007
A former Roosevelt County deputy was sentenced to almost six years in prison Tuesday for failing to register as a sex offender and violating probation, according to a press release from the District A...
Sept. 4, 1962
September 4th, 2007
Airmen arrived at Cannon Air Force Base following a four-month Tactical Air Command tour of duty in Thailand. ... Construction began for the $1 million Hilltop Plaza shopping center in Clovis. ... McD...
Holly, Petty proteges performing at festival
September 3rd, 2007
The history of rock ’n’ roll, from the revolutionary sound of Elvis to the modern beat of Tejano, will be showcased at the 2007 Clovis Music Festival.
The first concert in this year’s event spo...
Drought-tolerant peanuts researched
September 3rd, 2007
While peanuts have been a longtime success story in eastern New Mexico, researchers at New Mexico State University’s Agricultural Experiment Station at Clovis and fellow scientists are working to he...
What's Happening
September 3rd, 2007
Wednesday
Clovis Community College board meeting — 8 a.m. CCC board room.
Curry County Commission— 9 a.m. Courthouse.
Community Development Block Grant funds public hearing— 1:30 p.m. Clovis-Car...
Business Digest: Ortega tapped for bank board
September 3rd, 2007
Portales Mayor Orlando Ortega Jr. has been named to the board of directors of Western Bank of Clovis and Portales, according to a Western Bank news release.
“I am very excited to be a part of Wester...
Major expansion needed to carry out energy bill
September 3rd, 2007
We oppose most of what’s in the energy bills awaiting Congress’ return from recess because they favor mandates over markets, pie in the sky over practicality and are largely disconnected from real...
Clovis Animal Shelter pet of the week 3-7 September 2007
September 3rd, 2007
Clovis Animal Shelter pet of the week 3-7 September 2007....
Sept. 3, 1937
September 3rd, 2007
The Clovis Evening News-Journal reported that H.T. (Shorty) Hornbuckle of Clovis shot his best golf in six weeks in the qualifying round of the fourth annual New Mexico-West Texas open at the municipa...
Sept. 2 Calendar
September 2nd, 2007
Activities
Baxter-Curren Senior Center Bingo — 1 p.m. Thursdays, 908 Hickory. Information: 769-7908.
Circle Eight Squares — 9 p.m., first and third Fridays, La Casa Senior Center, 12th and C...
Zias drop pair of matches
September 2nd, 2007
DURANGO, Colo. — The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team finished off a winless weekend in a tournament hosted by Fort Lewis, losing on Saturday to Colorado State-Pueblo in a 24-30, 32-30,...
CHS soccer teams finish play in tourneys
September 2nd, 2007
ROSWELL — Freshman Taisha Bosque scored off a corner kick and added an assist Saturday as the Clovis girls soccer team won their first game of the season, a 2-0 decision over Las Vegas Robertson.
S...
Baskett makes Eagles' final cut
September 2nd, 2007
PHILADELPHIA — Clovis’ Hank Baskett is among the five wide receivers on the Philadelphia Eagles’ roster after the team cut 22 players Saturday to get to the league-mandated limit of 53 players.
...
Sept. 2, 1913
September 2nd, 2007
Those attending the state Democratic convention at Duke City were Fred W. James, E.R. Hart, Rep. W.W. Nichols and Charles E. Dennis. ... Mrs. Elizabeth C. Grisamore was taking orders for Spirella cors...
Break still sought in four-year-old case
September 1st, 2007
By Sharna Johnson
Curry County Sheriff’s investigator Sandy Loomis said he reviews J.C. Tucker’s homicide file frequently in hopes something will spark a new trail.
Tucker, 67, was found shot to...
Crash victims making recovery
September 1st, 2007
Two Yuma, Ariz., residents were recovering Saturday from serious injuries they suffered when their plane crashed Friday near Tucumcari.
Kathryn Blohm and her brother-in-law, Gary Mayer, were hurt whe...
City to hold hearing on grant funds
September 1st, 2007
The city of Clovis will hold two public hearings to discuss possible uses for Community Development Block Grant funds: 1:30 p.m. Wednesday in the North Annex of the Clovis-Carver Public Library, and 6...
Sept. 2, 2007 What's Happening
September 1st, 2007
Wednesday
Clovis Community College board meeting — 8 a.m. CCC board room.
Curry County Commission— 9 a.m. Courthouse.
Community Development Block Grant funds public hearing— 1:30 p.m. Clovis-Car...
Millions making long holiday trips
September 1st, 2007
Albuquerque — An estimated 34.6 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from home this Labor Day weekend, most by motor vehicle, according to a AAA New Mexico news release.
That’s about th...
Sept. 2, 2007 Police Blotter
September 1st, 2007
Samplings of recent calls received by Clovis-area law enforcement officers, according to reports:
Around 2 a.m. Aug. 25 an officer was called to a home in the 800 block of Fifth Street for a crimina...
Size doesn't always matter
September 1st, 2007
A few weeks ago, I wrote a column about breast implants – specifically, my desire to have a larger bosom. I seriously considered the option of breast enhancement and went as far as making appointmen...
Labor Day showcases workers' pride
September 1st, 2007
“The first Labor Day holiday was celebrated on Tuesday, Sept. 5, 1882, in New York City, in accordance with the plans of the Central Labor Union. The Central Labor Union held its second Labor Day ho...
Sept. 2 Engagements
September 1st, 2007
Gates-Gibbs
Jerry and Denise Adams Sr. of Clovis announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Ashley Nicole Gates of Clovis, to Donald Wayne Gibbs of Clovis.
The couple will exc...
Sept. 2 Weddings
September 1st, 2007
Reeves-Lemon
Christine Reeves of Clovis and Jake Lemon of Portales were joined in marriage Dec. 30, 2006, at Kingswood United Methodist Church.
The bride’s father, Dr. Brad Reeves, performed the dou...
Sept. 2 School Menus
September 1st, 2007
Clovis Elementary
Monday: Closed for Labor Day.
Tuesday: Breakfast — Blueberry sausage pancake on a stick, juice and milk. Lunch — Nachos, salad, Spanish rice, diced peaches, graham crackers and...
Sept. 2 Senior Happenings
September 1st, 2007
La Casa Senior Center
1120 Cameo St.
Monday: Closed for Labor Day.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily activities; 10:30 a.m. indoor exercise; 1 p.m. recreational money bingo; 2 p.m. refreshments....
Sept. 2 Club Notes
September 1st, 2007
Fairfield Extension
The Fairfield Extension met at 10 a.m. Aug. 24 in Sharon Ragland’s home.
There were 12 members present. A report on the council meeting was given.
Hosts for the rest of the year...
Sept. 2 Library Books
September 1st, 2007
The following books and DVDs are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library:
Kiss Me Deadly by Mickey Spillane was given by Vicki Dryer in memory of Inez Williams.
Although friends and enemies ali...
Professor dedicated life to music
September 1st, 2007
Harry Barton spent 39 years as a music teacher to thousands of Clovis High School students. He was one of the best known and beloved teachers in high school, a gentleman all the way.
Harry E. Barton...
Rio Rancho dominates Clovis Invitational
September 1st, 2007
As the sun peeked out from scattered clouds at Ned Houk Park, Wildcats’ junior Caitlin Waters burst to the front of the pack in the girls varsity race — taking the lead as the wide lane at the sta...
Prep Capsules
September 1st, 2007
Fort Sumner 54, Hagerman 12
Records: Fort Sumner 1-0, Hagerman 0-1
Impact: Fort Sumner opened its bid for a third-straight Class 1A state title an easy win.
Difference: Fort Sumner outrushed Hagerma...
Dozier scores twice in Eastern win
September 1st, 2007
Hannah Dozier scored twice, leading Eastern New Mexico University past New Mexico Highlands 2-1 in a women’s soccer match Friday in Portales.
Both of Dozier’s goals came in the second half as EN...
Zias drop pair in tourney
September 1st, 2007
DURANGO, Colo. — Cami Johnson recorded 19 kills, including the game-winner in Game 5, as Dixie State College beat Eastern New Mexico University on Friday in the Fort Lewis Tournament.
Mariesa Niels...
Sept. 1, 2007 Prep Summaries
September 1st, 2007
Mayfield 38, Clovis 20
Clovis 0 7 7 6 — 20
Mayfield 21 7 7 3 — 38
Scoring summary
First quarter
M — Jacob Ceniceros 7-yard run (Matt Sandoval kick), 10:00. Drive: 6 plays, 59 yards
M — Nathan...
Robertson rallies to beat Portales
September 1st, 2007
Las Vegas-Robertson scores 20 unanswered points to erase a 15-point Portales lead. Robertson wins 20-15....
Sept. 1, 1975
September 1st, 2007
The first animals to show up at the Curry County Fairgrounds were those in the dairy herd of Friona’s Dale Hart. ... The Sea Food Shop, at 1005 W. Seventh St., was under the new management of Sam an...
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