Terry Lynn Taliaferro, age 71, passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023. Graveside service to be held on Thursday, December 21, 2023, 1:00 PM CT at Fairlawn Cemetery, 1607 N Washington Ave., Elk City, Oklahoma. Terry was born on June 23, 1952, to Eldean Taliaferro and Billie Louise Sandusky Taliaferro in Elk City, Oklahoma. He loved to fish, camp, play bingo, play trivia games, and listen to music. He was a gentle giant. Terry worked for Burkett and Cissell Transport and...
Obituary: Eloisa Padilla
Updated Dec 19, 2023
Eloisa Padilla, age 84, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, December 15, 2023. Visitation to be held on Wednesday, December 20, 2023, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at The Chapel of Angels, 1430 Thornton St. Rosary will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at 10:00 AM with Mass of the Resurrection to follow at 10:30 AM, Father Eli Valadez officiating, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 108 Davis Street. Burial to follow at Mission Garden of...
Obituary: Mary B Mayfield
Updated Dec 19, 2023
Mary B Mayfield, age 85, of Tucumcari, NM passed away on Friday, December 1, 2023. Mary was born on September 29, 1938, to Hugh Barnard Bonds and Alta Austa Graham Bonds in Tucumcari, NM. On May 27, 1956, Mary married Clifton J Mayfield in Tucumcari. Throughout her life, Mary was a school bus driver, cafeteria worker, social worker, city commissioner, and was the first female mayor of Tucumcari. Mary was also a member of First Baptist Church of Tucumcari. Survivors include...
Obituary: Patricia T. Archibeque
Updated Dec 19, 2023
Patricia T. Archibeque, age 75, of Clovis, NM passed away on Thursday, December 14, 2023. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 21, 2023, from 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Muffley Funeral Home, 1430 Thornton St., Clovis, NM. Funeral Services will be on Friday, December 22, 2023, at 11:00 am at Central Baptist Church, 2501 N Norris St., Clovis, NM with Pastor Michael Kirby officiating. Burial will be at Lawn Haven Memorial Gardens, 1601 E Llano Estacado, Clovis, NM. Jordan...
Events calendar - Dec. 17
Updated Dec 16, 2023
Today A New and Glorious Morn – 9:30 a.m., First Methodist Church, 1501 Sycamore St., Clovis. Featuring the choirs of First Methodist Church and Kingswood Methodist Church, Zachary McAlister, conductor, and Ferrell Roberts, piano. Also featuring Ferrell Roberts on piano, members of the ENMU Percussion Ensemble, and Janet Barnard on flute. Information: 575-763-3461 *Inez Christmas service – 6 p.m. Inez Community Church, 2002 S. Roosevelt Road G. Bring wrapped presents for your children to slip into Santa’s bag, and finger food...
Meetings calendar - Dec. 17
Updated Dec 16, 2023
Tuesday *Curry County Commission – 9 a.m., Commission Chambers, Curry County Administration Complex, 417 Gidding St., Clovis. Information: 575-763-6016 *Roosevelt County Commission - 9 a.m., Commission Room, Roosevelt County Courthouse, 109 W. First St., Portales. Information: 575-356-5307 *Clovis Municipal Schools board — 5:30 p.m., Board Room, CMS administration building, 1009 Main St., Clovis. Information: 575-769-4300 Thursday *Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority – 3 p.m., Ingram Room, Clovis-Carver Public Libra...
Pages past, Dec. 17: Former thief gets right with God
David Stevens, The Staff of The News|Updated Dec 16, 2023
On this date … 1940: Old Santa Claus was receiving multiple letters in care of the Clovis News-Journal. The newspaper did not publish the letters, but confirmed it had received correspondence from Patsy Ruth, Betty Jean and Johnny Thomas of Portales, Donald and Duane Mcnu*tt of Clovis, and Virginia Martin of Tolar. 1949: Pete Strickler, manager of Montgomery Ward in Clovis, received an unsigned letter from Bovina, along with two $1 bills. The letter read, “About 20 years ago...
Jail log - Dec. 17
Updated Dec 16, 2023
Booked The following were booked into local jails (Tuesday - Friday): Clovis • Joshua Windle, 41, probation violation • Johathon Garcia, 24, battery against a household member • Perry Merrill, 67, failure to appear on misdemeanor charge, aggravated assault • Tom Castillo, 44, failure to appear on misdemeanor charge • Jesus Carrera, 34, aggravated battery upon a peace officer, aggravated assault against a household member, resisting, evading or obstructing an officer • Gabriel Badillo-Montano, 23, failure to pay fines, fail...
Lawmakers endorse gun law proposals
The Santa Fe New Mexican, Syndicated content|Updated Dec 16, 2023
Lawmakers grappling with the issue of gun violence endorsed a number of proposals — including imposing a 14-day waiting period to purchase a gun and prohibiting carrying or using guns near an Election Day polling site — at a committee meeting Tuesday at the Capitol. The endorsem*nts made by members of the interim Courts, Corrections and Justice Committee don't necessarily mean the bills will win enough support to pass during next year's legislative session, But they do put a spotlight on legislation that could be heard dur...
Finance department head: State can expect nearly $13 billion in recurring revenue
The Santa Fe New Mexican, Syndicated content|Updated Dec 16, 2023
The head of the state Department of Finance and Administration gave lawmakers some good news Monday when he told them yes, there is a Santa Claus: New Mexico can expect nearly $13 billion in recurring revenue for lawmakers and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham to enjoy come January. Citing the famous New York Sun editorial "Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus," Wayne Propst, secretary of the state Department of Finance and Administration, told members of the Legislative Finance Committee on Monday the forecast of nearly $12.768 b...
PED asks for 21% increase in its overall budget
The Santa Fe New Mexican|Updated Dec 16, 2023
The Public Education Department is asking for a 21% increase in its overall budget, from $4.2 billion this year to nearly $5.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. However, Thursday's budget request before the Legislative Finance Committee was largely overshadowed by lawmakers' criticism of the Public Education Department's proposed rules, which would require 180 days of instruction for all schools beginning in the 2024-25 school year and impose a new school accreditation process. Lawmakers from all over the state and across the...
Challenge to NM congressional maps dropped 'at this time'
The Santa Fe New Mexican, Syndicated content|Updated Dec 16, 2023
A Republican-led challenge to New Mexico’s congressional maps appears to be over. Ash Soular, spokeswoman for the state GOP, wrote in an email Wednesday that the party has no plans to pursue a rehearing “at this time” of the state Supreme Court’s recent ruling upholding the districts. That means the case, which has been playing out in the state courts since after the new maps were approved by lawmakers in 2021, ends in a victory for Democrats and the current lines will remain in place. In late November the state Supreme...
High court set to make abortion restriction decision
The Santa Fe New Mexican, Syndicated content|Updated Dec 16, 2023
New Mexico’s highest court will soon decide whether local governments have the right to restrict abortion in the face of state laws protecting abortion access. Attorney General Raúl Torrez, who is challenging several conservative eastern New Mexico cities and counties that have passed anti-abortion ordinances, said during Wednesday’s state Supreme Court hearing that such ordinances are “preempted by state law.” This doesn’t just apply to abortion, Torrez said — other laws, such as the state’s legalization of recreational c...
Pet of the week - Dec. 17
Updated Dec 16, 2023
Tweety Bird was found at the Portales airport, said foster parent Kelly McClellan. McClellan said the year-old mixed breed is known to love anything and anyone, including the McClellan family's pet turtles. Tweety Bird is available for adoption through Cindy's Hope for Precious Paws....
Madison Willis, The Staff of The News|Updated Dec 16, 2023
With the holiday season, families may be looking into expanding with an additional four-legged companion. According to a nationwide survey by Forbes Advisor, the most popular dog breed New Mexico residents consider is the German shepherd. According to a news release, two-thirds of U.S. households own a dog and 85% of dog owners consider pets a part of their family. To help determine which furry friend is perfect for your household, Forbes Advisor surveyed 10,000 dog owners in America to determine which breed is most favored i...
ENMU regents approve increase in room rates
Madison Willis, The Staff of The News|Updated Dec 16, 2023
Eastern New Mexico University regents on Friday approved a 2% increase in room and board rates for fiscal year 2024-2025. ENMU Vice President of Business Affairs and System Chief Financial Officer Tony Major presented the new rates to the regents. Major said the increase is so that reserves are available for repair and maintenance to the buildings. He said the 2% rate will range between $8 and $66 per student, depending on their living situation. According to the ENMU website, a student living in a Curry Hall dorm would...
Charges against detention center officer dropped
the Staff of The News|Updated Dec 16, 2023
Charges against a Roosevelt County Detention Center officer have been dismissed, at least for now. Heather Brockman, 34, and Daejon Rae Coronado, 20, in October were arrested for bringing contraband to inmates at the jail, court records show. Assistant District Attorney Brian Stover said Friday that charges against Brockman were dismissed after officials received “new information.” Dan Lindsey, Brockman’s attorney, said a nurse reported she did not see any exchange of contraband and that it was not suspicious that a deten...
Portales superintendent announces retirement
Madison Willis, The Staff of The News|Updated Dec 16, 2023
Portales Municipal Schools Superintendent Johnnie Cain last week announced his retirement after 11 years with Portales schools and 30 years in education. Cain said he wanted to spend more time being closer to his family and enjoying his hobbies. "I have put 30 years into education and I think it's just time. ... I have been a superintendent for 15 years and 11 of them within Portales and it's been really great," Cain said. Cain said his last day as superintendent will be June...
ENMU graduate keeps up tradition
Madison Willis, The Staff of The News|Updated Dec 15, 2023
After studying countless hours and spending time away from her Lubbock family, Eastern New Mexico University student Gwen Buchanan will be able to hold proof of her hard work at Saturday's 145th commencement ceremony. The 21-year-old forensic science major said attending ENMU is nearly a family tradition, as both her parents and grandparents also graduated from the Portales university. That makes Buchanan the third generation in her family to graduate. "I'm from the Lubbock...
City appointing poll workers
the Staff of The News|Updated Dec 12, 2023
Election Board members, also known as poll workers, are being appointed for all 37 precincts within the Clovis Municipal boundaries, according to a city news release. Workers will oversee all five of the city’s consolidated polling locations on Election Day, and at one early voting site and one absentee board site, the release stated. Applications are also being accepted for a standby list. Anyone interested can contact the city clerk at 575-763-9632, or visit City Hall, located at 321 N. Connelly Street....
Clovis gets grants to finish renovations on Lyceum theater
The Santa Fe New Mexican, Syndicated content|Updated Dec 12, 2023
Federal and state grants adding up to $1 million have given the city of Clovis a chance to finish renovations of the 1919 Lyceum theater. The Lyceum has been closed since a theater group departed in 2013. With the new funding, city officials hope to reopen it in about a year. The Lyceum is one of three historic downtown Clovis theaters in various stages of revival. The Mesa and State theaters, both also closed for years, reopened in 2021 after renovations, although the State...
SANTA FE -- Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced the final recipients of funding through the $80 million Rural Health Care Delivery Fund created earlier this year, and some of those dollars are coming to eastern New Mexico. “The Rural Health Care Delivery Fund is making sure that no matter what part of New Mexico you call home, you have access to high quality and affordable health care,” the governor stated in a news release. Local awards include: Presbyterian Healthcare Services: Pediatric cardiology serving Curry Count...
Portales schools awarded grant for security system
Madison Willis, The Staff of The News|Updated Dec 12, 2023
Portales Municipal Schools has been awarded a grant for a security system aimed at identifying guns on campus. The Stronger Connection grant will allow installation of an Artificial Intelligence system that will work with cameras at Portales High School. Once installed, the program will be able to identify “gun-shaped objects,” and alert law enforcement and school staff to take safety precautions. Director of Federal Programs, Curriculum and Instruction Rick Segovia provided the news to the Portales school board on Mon...
Cold, wet weather on way
the Staff of The News|Updated Dec 12, 2023
Wet weather this way comes. And it’s going to be cold. Rain was expected to begin falling across eastern New Mexico and the Texas Panhandle on Tuesday night and is likely to continue through Thursday, according to the National Weather Service. Before the clouds clear on Friday, the region could see an inch of moisture or more and snow showers are also possible. NWS predicts a 90% chance of rain today and Thursday. Rain mixed with snow is expected Thursday afternoon and evening. The weather service makes no mention of snow a...
Zoo kicks off holiday event
the Staff of The News|Updated Dec 12, 2023
With each exhibit decorated in shimmering colorful lights, Hillcrest Zoo looks to bring the holiday spirit to residents this week for Christmas at the Zoo. Christmas at the Zoo is an annual event, in which Hillcrest Zoo goes through a “winter wonderland transformation” for a week. It started Tuesday and is set to run through Saturday, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. each night. Zoo Director Stephanie Chavez said this was her first time being a part of the Christmas at the Zoo, but she knew within her recently appointed position she...
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