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Dona Ana County Sheriff's Department Vehicles

The Dona Ana County Sheriff's Department cordially invites the Media and Public to attend the unveiling of four of its newest vehicles, on Monday, February 8, at 2 p.m. more...

Vote on Fate of Iconic Restaurant’s Giant Pig

Hatch, New Mexico - - Sparky’s Burgers, Barbeque and Espresso (www.sparkysburgers.com), Hatch’s iconic - and nationally recognized – restaurant, will be the subject of a public hearing and vote by village trustees Tuesday, February 9th, over the fate of its giant pink fiberglass pig. more...

The state of energy: Hope & change vs. fact & reality

From the words of Obama’s State of the Union address, presented here as annotated quotes, we can extrapolate the state of energy.

“Passing a comprehensive energy and climate bill” was stressed. It would be good if we had an energy bill — or even a plan. The insecure state of energy stifles development and quells investment in business in America — which, of course, includes energy.
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N.M.’s energy industry crucial to future growth

In order to create a lasting, thriving economy in New Mexico, we must unlock the potential of our energy resources. We can do this while simultaneously protecting our environment, if we base our regulatory decisions and policies on evidence and commonsense.  more...

Why ‘credit repair’ has a new public image

“Credit repair” is taking on a whole new face in today’s real estate marketplace.

In the past, most of us thought of “credit repair” as a service provided only to the “bad credit” consumer. The pictures in our mind probably vary from the recently fired gentleman who can’t pay his bills to the irresponsible student who blew off his school loans back in college days.
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Passing laws cannot fix stupid

“I had the right to remain silent… but I didn't have the ability.” Ron “Tater-salad” White

Comedian Ron White has a “You Can't Fix Stupid” comedy act. In it he drinks scotch, smokes cigars and says potty words amid his great analysis on stupidity. He is right; there is no fixing some kinds of stupidity this side of a mortuary. more...

Students Receive Safety Engineering Scholarships

The ENMU-Roswell Foundation has awarded $3500 in scholarships to students enrolled in the Occupational Safety Engineering and Environmental Management Technologies program this spring semester. more...

Films, art program scheduled at RMAC

Activities at the Roswell Museum and Arts Center in February will include three films in the Winter Film Series for all and an art program for elementary and high school students. more...

ENMU-Roswell Announces Fall 2009 Dean's List

The following students were named to the Dean's List at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell, for the fall 2009 semester. To be named to the Dean's List, students must earn a 3.25 or higher grade point average while carrying at least 12 semester hours. more...

Israel 2010, Part 3

AKKO, Israel — This ancient city is not on most tour itineraries. If you extend your stay in Israel for a few days (I recommend 2 weeks), it’s easy to get to by bus, sherut (minibus), or train.

The Old City is a fortified complex of dwellings, mosques, synagogues, restaurants and shops. Entry is free and you can stroll through the city at your leisure. The Old City resembles Jerusalem, on a reduced scale. more...

TSA tightens airport security

All bags must be opened; hour lead time suggested.

The Transportation Security Administration has changed its security requirements, according to a press release from American Airlines, parent company of American Eagle. more...

ENMU-R Community College Board to Meet

The Branch Community College Board of Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell will meet Tuesday, February 9 at 4 p.m. in the Multipurpose room of the Campus Union Building, 48 University Blvd. The board will act upon business so presented and may meet in executive session. more...

ENMU Hosting ‘Cocoa’ Professor on February 11

PORTALES--Eastern New Mexico University will host Dr. Patricia L. Crown, a distinguished professor of anthropology at the University of New Mexico, lecturing on “Chaco Chocolate: The Recovery of Cacao at Pueblo Bonito, Chaco Canyon” in Room 112 of the Jack Williamson Liberal Arts Building at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 11. It is the eleventh annual Cynthia Irwin-Williams Lecture, sponsored by the Department of Anthropology and Applied Archaeology and the anthropology club, Mu Alpha Nu. more...