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Prep football scoreboard
October 31st, 2008
Area
Portales 60, Albuquerque Academy 20
Texico 41, Estancia 0 Fort Sumner 47, Mescalero 0Melrose 60, Floyd 0 Clovis Christian 34, Logan 22 Bovina 32,...
11-1 Prep Football Capsules
October 31st, 2008
Texico 41, Estancia 0Records: Estancia 7-3 (1-2 District 2-2A), Texico 9-0 (3-0).Difference: Texico completing shut down the Bears. The Wolverines intercepted eight passes...
Rams looking to bounce back
October 31st, 2008
The Portales Rams were disappointed by their loss at Lovington last week, but not discouraged.
Portales will play its final two District 4-3A and regular-season games at Greyhound Stadium, b...
10-31 Friday Football Primer
October 31st, 2008
Floyd at MelroseWhen: 7 p.m. todayRecords: Floyd 7-1 (2-0 8-man District 4), Melrose 8-0 (2-0).Last meeting: 2007, Melrose won at Floyd 54-6.Last wee...
Floyd girls top Elida in District 3-1A quarters—Brief
October 29th, 2008
The Floyd Lady Broncos travel to Dora tonight for the District 3-1A semifinals after ending Elida’s season in four games Wednesday.
Floyd won 25-17, 17-25, 26-24 and 25-15.
Farwell volleyball capsule
October 29th, 2008
Morton at Farwell7:30 p.m. (CDT) todayRecords: Morton 6-3, 3-0 District 5-1A. Farwell 5-3, 2-1.Last meeting: 2007, Morton 34-6Last week: Morton b...
Positive outlook key to keeping faith in troubled times
October 29th, 2008
For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore...
Tree ideas to plant during your winter gardening
October 29th, 2008
From a “new planting” perspective, the end of the year can seem to be relatively dull. With all the holiday season activity, garden activities seem less urgent. These latter months h...
Tucumcari Midde School Honor Roll
October 29th, 2008
The following Tucumcari Middle School students are on the honor roll for the first nine weeks. All As6th GradeRaquel ThurmanRoxanne Thurman7th GradeRoxa...
10-29-2008: Calendar
October 29th, 2008
Today: 8 a.m.- 10 p.m., New Mexico Association of Conservation Districts 62nd Annual Conference, Tucumcari Convention Center, 1500 W. Route 66 Blvd. Call (575) 461-3064 or toll free 877-795-2200...
Extension club members show, place in arts show
October 29th, 2008
Last week Tucumcari hosted 100 women from around the state at the Extension Association of New Mexico State Meeting.
During the meeting the women were treated to progr...
4-H riders win steer riding buckles
October 29th, 2008
Five Quay County 4-Hers have been competing in a series of steer ridings held in conjunction with the Father’s Forge Church Tough Bull Riding Series.
The 4-Hers...
Freedom New takes home 19 NMPA awards
October 29th, 2008
Freedom New Mexico claimed 19 awards, and the Clovis News Journal took the general excellence award from the New Mexico Press Association, which held its annual awards ceremony Saturday night in...
Number of early voters growing
October 29th, 2008
Interest in the next president is bringing in a steady stream of early voters, said Quay County Cler...
10-29-2008: Police Blotter
October 29th, 2008
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.Saturdayl At 12:37...
District 3-1A Volleyball Tournament Schedule
October 28th, 2008
District 3-1A(Seeds in parentheses)Tuesday(5) Melrose at (4) Elida, 7 p.m.WednesdayTuesday winner at (3) Floyd, 7 p.m.ThursdayWedne...
Cat Tracks — Managers give Cats boost
October 26th, 2008
They didn’t account for any of Clovis’ 430 yards, and they didn’t force any of Carlsbad’s three turnovers.
But Clovis football wouldn’t be the same without Antw...
State, local ballots just as important as presidential
October 25th, 2008
The term “down the ballot” refers to the congressional, state and local races that ostensibly play second, third and fourth fiddle to the presidential contest.
The names of the W...
Chile craving takes over in fall season
October 25th, 2008
As the nights get cooler and the leaves begin to turn, the craving hits me.
With a longing like an expectant mother for pickles and ice cream, my search instead is for fresh green chile....
Nara Visa church celebrating 100th anniversary Sunday
October 25th, 2008
A little way off of U.S. Highway 54 in Nara Visa stands a little white church the local residents have treated like a second home.
“This church is very special to the res...
10/25 Police Blotter
October 25th, 2008
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.
Tuesday
At 1:25 a....
Not being remembered isn’t so bad
October 25th, 2008
Emily Dickinson's poem, "I'm nobody, who are you? Are you nobody too?" became more meaningful than ever recently when I entered the courthouse, had to identify myself, and spell my name. Actually,...
Lovington stops top-ranked Portales in district opener
October 24th, 2008
LOVINGTON — Junior running back Edgar Medina scored on a 19-yard run with just over six minutes left and Lovington held off Portales 17-14 Friday night in the District 4-3A opener for both te...
Mules stay perfect in district
October 24th, 2008
MULESHOE — Muleshoe greeted Childress into its district with its point-a-minute offense as an introduction. The Mules, averaging 55 points a game through their first seven contests, didn&rsqu...
Wildcats hope to earn second bye week
October 23rd, 2008
No matter what happens tonight in Carlsbad, the Clovis Wildcats get a bye next week.
A bye three weeks from now, however, is what the Wildcats really want.
That’s what Clovis ge...
Oct. 24, 2008 Prep Football Capsules
October 23rd, 2008
Tucumcari at Texico
When: 7 p.m. today
Records: Tucumcari 3-5 (0-1 District 2-2A), Texico 7-0 (1-0)
Last meeting: 2007, Texico 42-6.
Last...
Clovis Christian forfeits district wins
October 23rd, 2008
Clovis Christian forfeited two volleyball games Thursday after discovering it had scheduled too many games, school officials said.
Principal Ivan Godwin said athletic director Greg Darden no...
Prep football coaches poll — Oct. 22
October 22nd, 2008
New Mexico High SchoolCoaches AssociationClass 5ATeam (1st-pl. votes) Pts Pvs1. Las Cruces High (12) 147 &n...
Prep volleyball coaches poll — Oct. 22
October 22nd, 2008
New Mexico High SchoolCoaches AssociationClass 5ATeam (1st-pl. votes) Pts Pvs1. Rio Rancho (9) 116 12. Gadsden (2) 98 43. Mayfield 84...
Clovis girls sweep Carlsbad on road
October 21st, 2008
CARLSBAD — The Clovis High volleyball team has the tougher part of its District 4-5A schedule out of the way.
The Lady Wildcats (12-5, 2-0 district) completed a road sweep of the distr...
Left-handedness
October 19th, 2008
From my younger years, I remember hearing, “Right is right and left is wrong.” While I grew up during the Cold War and many communist groups were called, “Leftist,” and many...
Cats clinch postseason trip
October 19th, 2008
CARLSBAD — The Clovis High boys soccer team showed Tuesday’s 4-1 District 4-5A win over Carlsbad was no fluke.
Saturday, they beat the Cavemen by the same score, clinching what i...
CHS spikers turn back Knights
October 19th, 2008
LAS CRUCES — Facing a struggling opponent, the Clovis High volleyball team got off to a slow start Saturday, then righted itself for a 25-20, 25-15, 25-21 victory over Onate.
Senior La...
Bowling Notes
October 18th, 2008
Here are the Oct. 8 results for the Wednesday Night Out mixed-league bowling teams. For more information about league play call 461-2133.Team placings1st , Drink-a-lot...
School Menus for Oct. 20-23
October 18th, 2008
The following are the menus for October 20-23 for schools in Quay County. There is no school on Friday.LoganMondayBreakfast-Applesauce cup, juice and milk.Lunch-Hot do...
Turf grass workshop set for Oct. 29-30
October 18th, 2008
The Tucumcari Turf Grass Workshop is being offered on Oct. 29-30 at the Tucumcari Municipal Golf Course. The workshop is for all athletic field managers, landscape experts, golf course managers, ci...
10-18-2008: Library Books
October 18th, 2008
The following books are available from the Tucumcari Public Library. For more information call 461-0295.FictionThe Girl With The Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larson. A hacke...
Cast iron skillet still a favorite in her kitchen
October 18th, 2008
An article in the Albuquerque Journal about cast iron skillets and their continued popularity certainly caught my attention because I rarely cook a meal without using one.
Several of m...
10-18-2008: Calendar
October 18th, 2008
Today: 5 p.m., Tucumcari Farmers’ Market, Wailes Park on Route 66 Blvd. at Date Street. Call 461-0562.Today: 7 p.m., regular monthly gathering, Eastern New Mexico Bluegrass & Old Ty...
10-18-2008: Police Blotter
October 18th, 2008
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police.Tuesdayl At 12:52 a.m., a female...
Ministry of H.O.P.E. feels economic strain
October 18th, 2008
Economic turmoil often hits the poor the hardest.
“It’s affected us all,” said Paula McAfee who manages the Ministry of HOPE, which provides assistance to those who a...
Bad economy good for thrift business
October 18th, 2008
On Friday, Charlie Thibodeaux traded a coffee pot for a dozen tortillas.
Thibedeaux said barterning is not a routine part of his business at the Canal Trading Mall. In fact, he said,...
Rams, Lady Rams split with S.F. Prep
October 18th, 2008
The Portales Lady Ram soccer team kept alive its hope to earn a berth in the New Mexico state soccer tournament and evened its district record to 3-3 Saturday afternoon with a 2-1 win against Santa...
Tucumcari falls to Estancia
October 17th, 2008
The Tucumcari Rattlers fell 20-6 to the Estancia Bears on Friday night at the Snake Pit.
Turnovers late in the second half contributed to the Rattlers (3-4) loss.
After intercepting a...
Prep Football Summary
October 17th, 2008
Prep summariesFriday
Fort Sumner 59, Carrizozo 0
Carrizozo 0 0 0 0 &md...
Rams keep winning, beat Roswell High 33-24
October 17th, 2008
ROSWELL — Bring on the District 4-3A schedule.
Portales passed its final tuneup before district play Friday night, getting 286 yards rushing and four touchdowns from junior Jesus Daval...
Thursday Volleyball Box Scores, Prep and College
October 17th, 2008
Prep summariesNon district
Texico 3, Tatum 0
Tatum 22 18 10Texico 25 &n...
Clovis Christian sweeps Logan
October 17th, 2008
Clovis Christian is closing in on a District 4-1A volleyball title.
The Lady Eagles avenged a four-game loss at Logan earlier this season by dispatching the Lady Longhorns 25-13, 25-19, 28-2...
New Mexico High School Football Coaches Poll — Oct. 17
October 17th, 2008
Prep pollsNew Mexico High SchoolCoaches Association
Class 5ASchool (1st-pl. votes) Pts Pvs1. Las Cruces High (13)&n...
Prep Football Capsules
October 17th, 2008
Fort Sumner 59, Carrizozo 0Records: Fort Sumner 7-1, Carrizozo 2-6Difference: Fort Sumner limited Carrizozo to 75 yards while improving to 2-0 in district....
Cats take team honors in Hobbs Invitational
October 17th, 2008
HOBBS — Senior Izzy Miranda led a strong Clovis High boys performance and the Wildcats claimed the team title Thursday in the Hobbs Invitational cross country meet.
Miranda led a field...
Portales sweeps past Dexter
October 16th, 2008
The Portales Lady Rams (8-8, 3-0 District 4-3A) are halfway to their goal of an unbeaten district season, after Thursday night’s three-game sweep of the Dexter Lady Demons 25-11, 26-24 and 25...
Lady Wolverines sweep Tucumcari (Box score only)
October 14th, 2008
District 6-2A
Texico 3, Tucumari 0Texico 25 25 25Tucumcari 17 15 &n...
Will your vote reflect your mindset
October 14th, 2008
Soon we will have the privilege to cast our vote for those wishing to lead us in our government. I encourage all to take advantage of this privilege, because as cliche' as it may sound, your vote d...
Certification of voting machines set to begin Oct. 21
October 14th, 2008
The Quay County Clerk will begin certification of the voting machines to be used during the 2008 General Election at 9 a.m. Oct 21, 2008 at the Commission Chambers of the Quay County Co...
10-15-2008: Fishing Report
October 14th, 2008
This fishing report has been generated from the best information available from officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after the report is compiled may differ, however, as stream, lake and we...
Lady Wildcats figure out Hobbs' serves; win in four games
October 14th, 2008
HOBBS — The Hobbs Lady Eagles threw a little serving wrinkle at Clovis High on Tuesday night.
It took the Lady Wildcats a game or so to figure it out, but once they did they went on to...
Chavez: Lady Rams improving
October 14th, 2008
Currently in the middle of the District 4-3A schedule, Portales volleyball coach Ruth Chavez thinks this team is a lot like her squad last year at the same point in the season.
That’s...
Are you ready? Not all of us will get a second chance
October 14th, 2008
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, To an inhe...
Sixth Clovis jail escapee caught, two still at large
October 14th, 2008
Escapee Michael England was captured in Clovis around 11:30 a.m. Monday morning.
Curry County Undersheriff Wesley Waller said England was caught without incident in the 500 block of Pi...
Frazee ranked No. 1 in bull riding in nationals
October 14th, 2008
The Mesalands Rodeo Team finished second in the men’s team standings at the Dine College Rodeo Oct. 11-12, in Tsaile, Ariz.
The Men’s team scored 500 team points to finish...
I-40 construction will cause speed to be reduced to 45mp
October 14th, 2008
The New Mexico Department of Transportation is reducing the speed limit to 45 mph on Interstate 40 west of Tucumcari because of paving work, according to a press release.
The construct...
Sheriff's Office seeking drug dog
October 14th, 2008
The Quay County Sheriff's Office is making plans to have its own K-9 unit.
"I hope we get one. We'd like to have a dog as soon as we can," said Sheriff Joe Schallert.
Depu...
10-15-2008: Calendar
October 14th, 2008
Calendar for Wednesday 10-15-08OctoberToday: 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., Story time for all children ages 2 ½ to 5 years of age, Tu...
10-13-2008: Police Blotter
October 14th, 2008
The following is a sample of calls received during Oct. 10-13 by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department. FridayAt...
Portales claims sweep at Lovington
October 13th, 2008
A slow start was about the only problem Portales had Monday night.
That was the only complaint coach Ruth Chavez had in an otherwise easy 25-22, 25-14, 25-18 sweep Monday night at Lovington....
CHS boys 2nd, girls 3rd at NMMI
October 12th, 2008
ROSWELL — Senior Izzy Miranda was the individual champion as Clovis High’s boys finished second in the New Mexico Military Invitational cross country meet on Saturday.
Miranda&rs...
Cat Tracks — Another trip to Albuquerque, another win
October 12th, 2008
ALBUQUERQUE — During fiesta weekend, balloons weren’t the only things flying in Albuquerque. Milne Stadium spectators saw plenty of yellow flags fly Friday night.
Clovis’ 2...
10-11 Prep football capsules
October 11th, 2008
Fort Sumner 29, Jal 0Records: Fort Sumner 6-1 (1-0 District 2-1A), Jal 2-5 (1-1).Impact: The Foxes assume the early lead in district play.Difference: Fort Sum...
10-11-2008: Fishing Report
October 11th, 2008
This fishing report has been generated from the best information available from officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after the report is compiled may differ, however, as stream, lake and we...
Rotary governor set to visit Thursday
October 11th, 2008
The governor of Rotary District 5520 will visit the Rotary Club of Tucumcari on Thursday.
Governor Tom Lindsay is sharing Rotary International President D. K. Lee’s theme o...
Prep football scores
October 10th, 2008
Area
Clovis 21, Cibola 14
Portales 35, St. Michael's 0 Texico at Capitan, 7 p.m. Fort Sumner 29, Jal 0 Mountainair at Melrose, 7 p.m. Farwell at Springl...
Rams ready for St. Mike's
October 10th, 2008
Following an open date, the Portales Rams are ready to begin the second half of their 2008 football season.
Portales (3-2) has a pair of tuneup games before moving on to District 4-3A action...
New Mexico High School Football Coaches Poll — Oct. 9
October 10th, 2008
Class 5ATeam (1st-pl. votes) Pts Pvs1. Las Cruces High (15) 177 22. Eldorado (3) 1...
New Mexico High School Volleyball Coaches Poll — Oct. 9
October 10th, 2008
Class 5ATeam (1st-pl. votes) Pts Pvs1. Rio Rancho (10) 123 12. La Cueva 97 &n...
10-07-2008: Police Blotter
October 8th, 2008
The following is a sample of calls received on Oct. 7, 2008 by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department. TuesdayAt 12:26 a...
Cowboy Leroy Webb of Tucumcari honored with Buck Ramsey Heritage Award
October 8th, 2008
Special to the QCSOn Sept. 21, Leroy Webb of Tucumcari was presented the Buck Ramsey Heritage Award at the Nara Visa Cowboy Poetry Gathering. Here is his story: From Texas to Wyoming, a...
Quay County winners garner $1 millon over the past year
October 8th, 2008
The New Mexico Lottery said this week that approximately $1 million in prizes was paid from lottery tickets sold in Quay County during the fiscal year ending June 30.
Logan resident Be...
Futurity honors bridge generations
October 8th, 2008
Alyssa Whetten, Glen Truelock and Becca Alden brought home wins from the New Mexico Quarter Horse Association Breeders Futurity. The Futurity contestants were competing for over $10,000...
Clovis area Junior High update
October 7th, 2008
Football
The Clovis White freshmen lost to Roswell High 32-22 on Thursday. Boone Wheeler scored the Wildcats’ first TD and Trey Orozco added the other two, with
Oct. 3-5, 2008: Police Blotter
October 6th, 2008
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.
Practicing what God preaches
October 6th, 2008
Read the 23rd chapter of Matthew. Wasn’t that about the most uplifting passage in the New Testament (sarcastically speaking)? Jesus acted like an Old Testament prophet, chastising Israel&rsqu...
High School Volleyball and Cross Country Box Scores
October 5th, 2008
Prep summarySaturdayDistrict 6-2A
Texico 3, Clayton 0
Clayton 8 10 14Texico ...
Fall is ideal time for planting
October 4th, 2008
Finally, fall is here. The weather is becoming slightly cooler, and gardeners are slowly migrating back outdoors after record-breaking heat this summer.
Now is a perfect time to add a...
School Menus for Oct. 6-9
October 4th, 2008
The following are the menus for October 6-9 for schools in Quay County. There is no school on Friday.LoganMondayBreakfast-Biscuits and sausage, juice and milk.Lunch- S...
Citizenship take effort
October 4th, 2008
Citizenship takes effort
I agree with religion columnist Debra Whittington in the Oct. 1 issue concerning God being over everything.
As a citizen it is our responsibility...
Deeds may come and go, canyons never let go
October 4th, 2008
At long last, Aggie and I found the courage and the energy to take a trip out home in order to renew our inner selves and to spend a few hours amid the spirits of the past and the beauty of the pre...
10-04-2008: Calendar
October 4th, 2008
Today: 8 a.m.- 4 p.m., Route 66 Flea Market, Convention Center parking lot, 1500 W. Route 66 Blvd. Call 461-4079.Today: 8 a.m., VFW Post #2528 Ladies Auxiliary Garage Sale and Bake Sale, VFW...
10-04-2008: Police Blotter
October 4th, 2008
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department. Tuesdayl...
Baby announcements, first birthday
October 4th, 2008
It’s a girl...Ava Rene Dunn was born on Sept. 19, 2008 in Clovis.. She weighed 7lbs. & 2oz. and was 19 inches long. Her parents are Samuel Dunn and April Sandoval of Tucumcari. Ava'...
United Way auction set for Wednesday
October 4th, 2008
The annual United Way of Quay County Auction at Wells Fargo Bank kicks off at 5:30 p .m. on Wednesday.
As each of the 140 items comes up for auction it will also be broadca...
Cullum's aim for 11th win falls short
October 4th, 2008
After 10 straight wins, Tucumcari’s mixed marital arts champion Abel Cullum lost his first match in the first-ever EliteXC Showtime event.
In the competitive matchup betwee...
Lady Buff Invitational Volleyball Saturday Scores
October 4th, 2008
Lady Buff InvitationalSaturdayMelroseFirst RoundMelrose def. San Jon 25-18, 19-25, 25-11, 25-9Clovis Christian def. Tucumcari 23-25, 25-27, 25-9, 2...
House edges Elida 39-32
October 3rd, 2008
HOUSE — Autumn Friday nights haven’t been that big of a deal in towns such as Grady and Elida in the past. At least, anyway, not as much as communities which have football ingrained in...
Prep football scores
October 3rd, 2008
Local
Clovis 35, Roswell Goddard 14
Melrose 82, Dora 14Texico 24, Gruver, Texas, 0Fort Sumner 57, Loving 12Clovis Christian at Mountainair, 7 p.m.Clayto...
Rattlers need OT to get past Eunice
October 3rd, 2008
The Tucumcari Rattlers beat the Eunice Cardinals in a come-from-behind, overtime victory 40-37.
"This was a good one. I thought the boys came up and showed a lot of heart," said Rattlers hea...
10-3 Prep Capsules
October 3rd, 2008
Texico 24, Gruber (Texas) 0Records: Texico 5-0, Gruber 1-3.Impact: The Wolverines dominated after waiting out a one-hour delay at the start due to lightning.D...
Roswell High netters take Clovis in four games
October 2nd, 2008
ROSWELL — Roswell High rallied from a first-game loss to hand Clovis High’s volleyball team a 15-25, 25-20, 25-16, 25-18 setback Thursday night.
Senior Lainey Flatow and junior A...
10-3 Prep Football Capsules
October 2nd, 2008
Texico at Gruver, TexasWhen: 6:30 p.m. todayRecords: Gruver 1-2, Texico 4-0.Last week: Gruver had an open date; Texico beat Hagerman 28-0.Last...
Wildcats look to spoil Rockets' perfect season
October 2nd, 2008
On the right end, there’s senior Dustin Williams. On his left side, there’s senior Morris Sharp.
In his second year as a varsity member, the 5-foot-11, 170-pound Sharp usually ha...
NM Prep Volleyball Coaches Poll — Oct. 2
October 1st, 2008
Volleyball New Mexico High School Coaches Association poll Class 5A School (1st place votes) Pts Pvs 1. Rio Rancho (9) 100 1 2. Las Cruc...
NM Prep Football Coaches Poll — Oct. 2
October 1st, 2008
New Mexico High School Coaches Association pollClass 5ASchool (1st place votes) Pts Pvs1. Mayfield (9) 151 12. Las Cruces(6) 150 2...
Total voter registrations on a slow uptick
October 1st, 2008
The number of eligible voters in Quay County has edged up slightly for the presidential election compared to the number of eligible voters in the June primary, according to statistics from the Quay...
Upcoming Rattler events
October 1st, 2008
Upcoming sports events for Quay County high school teams include:Tucumcari Cross CountryTucumcari Girls: ranked #42/all classes in state, Boys: ranked #72/all classe...
Mesalands considers building student dorms
October 1st, 2008
Mesalands Community College is considering building a 48-unit residence hall next to its fitness center on Hines Street.
The college’s board of trustees, however, wer...
