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Seven Roswell High School students made 233 children very happy this holiday season, surprising all of them with Christmas gifts Saturday.

The students are members of the high school student organization Key Club and had worked to raise more than $800 for a trip to a Key Club convention in El Paso. The students, four sophomores and three freshman, did everything from yard work and bake sales to get there. But a few weeks ago, when the students got word of all the children in Roswell whose families had fallen on hard times, the students decided their money would be better spent on Christmas presents.

On a busy Saturday, Dulce Santoyo, Sarahi Romero, Nancy Valadez, Natalie Vargas, Camillo Madrid, Junior Pina and Alejandro Urango handed out 115 toys, 85 gift cards and 33 Angel Tree gifts to children throughout the community.

The students started at the Children, Youth & Families Department, where 80 or so CASA children unwrapped toy cars, stuffed animals, basketballs and more.

The students next went to the Assurance Home and handed out 15 Hastings gift cards, then to The Salvation Army with 33 Angel Tree gifts, and later to homes throughout the community to deliver the rest of the presents. The gifts included 15 more Hastings gift See SANTA, Page A3

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Siblings Ethan and Azariah Lara show each other the gifts they received courtesy of Roswell High Key Club members at CYFD, Saturday morning.

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WASHINGTON (AP) — John Boehner is a bloodied House speaker following the startling setback that his own fractious Republican troops dealt him in their “fiscal cliff” struggle against President Barack Obama.

There’s plenty of internal grumbling about the Ohio Republican, especially among conservatives, and lots of buzzing about whether his leadership post is in jeopardy. But it’s uncertain whether any other House Republican has the broad appeal to seize the job from Boehner

or whether his embarrassing inability to pass his own bill preventing tax increases on everyone but millionaires is enough to topple him.

The mor ning after he yanked the tax-cutting bill from the House floor to prevent certain defeat, Boehner told reporters he wasn’t worried about losing his job when the new Congress convenes Jan. 3.

“They weren’t taking that out on me,” he said Friday of rank-and-file GOP lawmakers, who despite pleadSee CLIFF, Page A3

WASHINGTON (AP) — Workers probably won’t feel the full brunt of next year’s tax increases in their January paychecks, but don’t be fooled by the temporary reprieve.

No matter what Congress does to address the year end fiscal cliff, it’s already too late for employers to accurately withhold income taxes from January paychecks, unless all the current tax rates remain unchanged, which is an unlikely scenario.

Social Security payroll taxes are set to increase on Jan. 1, so workers should immediately feel the squeeze of a 2 percent cut in their take-home pay. But as talks drag on over how to address other year-end See TAXES, Page A3

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Some city, county cold cases decades old Mario Montoya pleads in As people sit down to cel- shot, August 2012 November 2005 ebrate the holidays, it is In 2005, Robert Jiminez Richard Herrera (city) Jericole Coleman death time to remember those shot, August 2012 and Fabian Pedro Hener

who have passed. Between the Roswell Police Department and the Sherif f’s Office, Chaves County has 58 cold cases, some dating back to the 1980s.

Each person listed here was somebody’s son or daughter; perhaps somebody’s brother or sister.

Many were parents. Melissa Romero, killed in 2006, had an infant child at the time of her murder. Melissa’s mother spoke passionately about the loss — how her granddaughter will never get a Christmas present, know her mother’s embrace or her mother’s face except in a photograph.

Each name represents an empty place at the dinner table and an empty space in someone’s heart.

Marquis Franco (city)

Angel Horton (city) shot and stabbed, November 2011 Salvador Briseno (county), shot, September 2011 Raul Anchondo (city), shot, May 2011 Ronald Erickson (city) beaten to death, February 2010 Frank Contreras (city) shot, New Year’s Eve 2009 Joseph Fields (county), shot, 2009 Jesse Ray Morales and Amy Michelle Phillips (city) shot, December 2008 Jerry Dan Lee (county) shot, July 2008 Robert Bailey (county) blunt force trauma, July 2007 Melissa Romero (city) shot, April 2006 Joanne Chaves (county) body found in dumpster,

(city) shot Jonathan Ledesma (city) shot, 2004 Donald Parrish (city) beaten to death, July 2003 Irvin Sanchez and Ervin Sanchez (city) stabbed 2002 In 2002, Nieves Nahar, Daniel Cobos and Lucas Peralta (city) killed. No further information.

Lance Eaker (county) March 2001, found in a silo John Cole (city) killed in drive-by shooting, 2001 John Bugarin, shot, 2000; Sheriff’s Office took over case in 2010 Tony Barela (city) shot and stabbed, 2000 Molly Keahey (county) shot, March 2000 Ricky Salazar Jr. (city) See CITY, Page A3

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Mario Montoya, 24, pleaded guilty, Friday, to the charge of murder in the second degree for the shooting death of Jericole Coleman, 21, that occurred on Aug. 20, 2011. Montoya also pleaded guilty to the charges of tampering with evidence and felon in possession of a firearm.

Assistant District Attorney John Phinizy said the DA made a recommendation for the maximum sentence for each one of the charges, with a one-year enhancement as a habitual of fender and an addi-

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tional one-year firearms enhancement on the murder charge, for a total of 23.5 years.

Upon questioning, Montoya admitted to the court that he had a previous felony conviction for shooting at an occupied dwelling in April 2008.

Coleman acted as a witness for the State in the latter case. Montoya pleaded no contest to the charges then and was sentenced to 1.5 years on Jan. 9, 2009.

Montoya was released in August 2010. Nearly a year after his release, he reportedly invited Coleman to his residence in See MONTOYA, Page A3

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Russia welcomes any offer to give Syria’s Assad refuge Mark Wilson Photo

Director of the Roswell Mall Anjy Cooper, left, presents Nubia Lozano and Sharon Young their shopping spree gifts at Santa’s Village, Friday.

2 families receive shopping checks NOAH VERNAU RECORD STAFF WRITER

Holiday shopping sprees at Roswell Mall lifted the spirits of two local families in need, Friday. The families were awarded $250 and $100 shopping checks, respectively, after being selected from a pool of submissions that Roswell Mall received this month from members of the community.

Nubia Lozano, a single mother of 3-year-old twins, won first place. Lozano said when she received word about the prize Thursday night, she had no idea that someone entered her in the contest.

“I’m amazed,” Lozano said. “I think this is great for a lot of families who can’t afford (gifts) around this time for their kids, and I think it’s wonderful for them to get this all together.”

Lozano didn’t hesitate when asked what she might purchase Friday.

“I’m buying my kids clothes for Christmas,” she said.

“Because they need it.”

Sharon Young and her husband Don were selected for Roswell Mall’s $100 prize just two days after the family lost its home. The Youngs’ three-bedroom house in Hagerman caught fire during heavy winds that stirred up Chaves County on Wednesday, making firefighting efforts impossible.

“It was a total loss,” Sharon said. “We lost everything.”

Sharon said the electrical fire was thought to be nearly out on four separate occasions Wednesday before winds picked the fire

back up. The property was home to Sharon and Don, their 24-year-old daughter and 4-year -old granddaughter.

Sharon said the shopping check will go a long way in hard times. “We’re going to replace our granddaughter’s Christmas. That’s what’s most important to us. She’s 4 and has no idea what happened. She does not know that she doesn’t have a home anymore.”

Sharon, a retired 911 dispatcher for the city of Roswell, said the outpouring of support for her family has come “from Carlsbad all the way to Roswell.” Like Lozano, the prize took the Youngs by surprise Thursday night.

“I had no idea that somebody did this for us, but I am very, very grateful,” she said.

Roswell Mall manager Anjy Cooper said the holiday shopping sprees were the first of many more to come, as the mall has decided to make it an annual event.

“It’s been a really hard year for our community,” Cooper said. “There’s a lot of unemployment going on right now, and we just wanted to bring the Christmas sprit back out here and help some people who are helping others. We just really wanted to help the community.

“But for the most part, we just want people to be happy.”

Those interested in helping the Youngs can contact Alison Herring at Pecos Valley Regional Communications Center at 624-7590 or make a donation to the Don and Sharon Young Fire Fund at Western Bank in Artesia. nvernau@rdrnews.com

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BEIRUT (AP) — Russia would welcome any country’s offer of safe haven for Syrian President Bashar Assad, but has no plans to make one of its own, Moscow’s foreign minister said in the latest comments to suggest a growing distance between the two allies.

Sergey Lavrov’s remarks on Friday night were among the clearest signs yet that Russia could be preparing for a Syria without Assad, as rebel pressure on the embattled leader intensifies. Over the past four weeks, fighting has reached Damascus, his seat of power, and rebels have captured a string of military bases.

Up to now, Russia has vetoed three Wester nbacked resolutions aimed at pressuring Syria’s government to stop the violence that has killed more than 40,000 people over the past 21 months. While Russian leaders have given no concrete signs that stance has changed, their tone has shifted as rebels advance on the outskirts of the capital.

On Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin distanced himself further than ever from the Syrian president, saying Russia does not seek to protect him and suggesting his regime is growing weaker.

Speaking to reporters late Friday, Lavrov reiterated Moscow’s position that “it doesn’t invite President Assad here,” although he said other countries had asked Russia to convey their offer of safe passage to Assad.

While he would not name the countries, Lavrov said Russia had responded by telling them to go directly to the Syrian leader.

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uprising against Assad, whose family has ruled the country for four decades. But the bloody crackdown that followed led rebels to take up ar ms, and the ensuing fighting transformed into a civil war.

The regime has come under added condemnation in recent weeks as Wester n of ficials raise concerns Assad might use chemical weapons against rebels in an act of desperation.

Syria refuses to confirm or deny if it has such weapons but is believed to have nerve agents as well as mustard gas. It also possesses Scud missiles capable of delivering them.

Lavrov said the Syrian government has pulled its chemical weapons together to one or two locations from several arsenals across the country to keep them safe amid the rebel onslaught.

“According to the information we have, as well as the data of the U.S. and European special services, the government is doing everything to secure it,” he said. “The Syrian government has concentrated the stockpiles in one or two centers, unlike the past when they were scattered across the country.”

Lavrov added that U.N.Arab League peace envoy for Syria, Lakhdar Brahimi, would visit Moscow for talks before the year’s end.

The conflict’s sectarian dimension looked set to deepen at the weekend, as rebels threated to storm two predominantly Christian towns in a central region if residents do not “evict” government troops they say are using the towns as a base to attack nearby areas.

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A Kurdish girl in Gramel village, north of Aleppo, Syria, Saturday. This village has been spared by Syrian government shelling but like everywhere else around Aleppo, there isn't any running water or electricity.

rebels showed Rashid Abul-Fidaa, who identified himself as the commander of the Ansar Brigade for Hama province, calling on locals in Mahrada and Sqailbiyeh to rise up against Assad’s forces or prepare for an assault.

The threat comes just two days after a U.N. team human investigating rights abuses in Syria accused anti-Assad militants of hiding among the civilian population, triggering strikes by government artillery and the air force.

The Britain-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, the activist group which reported the rebel ultimatum on Saturday, said such an attack by rebels could force thousands of Christians from their homes.

Christians, who make up about 10 percent of Syria’s population, say they are particularly vulnerable to the violence sweeping the country of 22 million people. They are fearful that Syria will become another Iraq, with

Christians caught in the crossfire between rival Islamic groups.

Clashes between troops and rebels in the central city of Homs, Syria’s third largest, have already displaced tens of thousands of Christians, most of whom either fled to the relatively safe coastal areas or to neighboring Lebanon.

Violence continued unabated on Saturday, particularly in the capital.

The Observatory said a car bomb went off in the Damascus neighborhood of Qaboun, killing at least five people and wounding others. A Syrian official confirmed the blast but had no immediate comment regarding casualties.

Several rebel groups have declared their own coalitions in Syria, including one calling itself an “Islamic state” in the embattled northern city of Aleppo.

The statement said the new group will work to avoid differences or disputes with the other Islamic groups.

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dents are first-year Key Club members. Santoyo said the community can expect all seven of these students to make a big difference in the years to come.

“So if these are their first years (of service), what can we expect in four more years plus college, in service?” Santoyo said. “I just think it’s wonderful. I love it.”

In addition to Hastings, McDonald’s and Icon Cinema, the students received help from Walgreens and Farmers Country Market on Hobbs Street.

So what’s next for these seven Roswell High School students? Santoyo said that’s up to the community. “We’re just going to continue working and see what else we can do. If anybody has project hours, they can count on us. Call us up, and we’ll be more than glad to schedule them in and try to make a big difference.”

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cards, 50 McDonald’s gift cards and five Icon Cinema combo gift certificates.

Anna Santoyo, a volunteer for Key Club and Dulce’s mother, said the students have shown tremendous compassion this year, having already raised about $400 for a Down syndrome fund earlier this year.

“There are no words to explain,” Santoyo said.

“These kids, they’re not getting credit from anybody. I thought for seven students to gather up and do this out of their own heart, there’s just no words to it.

“That’s what Key Club is. Key Club is about giving; Key Club is about working with our community, making a difference.”

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“We are aware that employers have questions with respect to 2013 withholding,” the agency said in a written statement. “Since Congress is still considering changes to the tax law, we continue to closely monitor the situation.

We intend to issue guidance by the end of the year on appropriate withholding for 2013.”

Most of the expiring tax breaks were first enacted under President George W. Bush and extended under President Barack Obama.

Obama campaigned for re-election on extending the tax cuts on incomes below $200,000 for individuals and $250,000 for married couples. Obama would let the tax cuts expire on incomes above those amounts.

In negotiations with House Speaker John Boehner, Obama offered to raise the income threshold, limiting tax increases to those making more than $400,000.

Boehner, who has argued for years that the tax cuts should be made permanent for everyone, responded by trying to push a bill through the House that would have let many of the tax cuts expire on incomes above $1 million.

Many Republicans revolted and Boehner, ROhio, shelved the bill, sending lawmakers home for the Christmas holiday and leaving the outcome of talks in doubt as the new year approaches.

If Congress and the White House cannot reach a deal, income tax rates would go up, estate taxes and investment taxes would increase and the alternative minimum tax would hit millions of middle-income people. A temporary payroll tax cut that has benefited nearly every wage earner in 2011 and 2012 expires, costing the average family an additional $1,000 a year by itself.

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tax increases, the Internal Revenue Service has delayed releasing income tax withholding tables for 2013.

As a result, employers are planning to withhold income taxes at the 2012 rates, at least for the first one or two paychecks of the year, said Michael O’Toole of the American Payroll Association.

If employers don’t withhold enough taxes in January, they will have to withhold even more taxes later in the year to make up the difference.

Otherwise, taxpayers could get hit with big tax bills, and possibly penalties, when they file their 2013 returns.

The tax increases could be steep. If Congress fails to act, workers at every income level face significant tax increases next year as part of the year-end “fiscal cliff.”

A taxpayer making between $50,000 and $75,000 would get an average tax increase of $2,400, according to the Tax Policy Center, a Washington research group. If the worker is paid every two weeks, that’s about $92 a paycheck, on average.

Someone making between $75,000 and $100,000 would get a tax increase averaging nearly $3,700. If the worker is paid every two weeks, that’s about $142 a paycheck.

O’Toole said it would take most employers two weeks to four weeks to update their payroll systems, once new tax withholding tables are released. For some small businesses, it could take longer.

On Friday, the IRS said it plans to issue guidance by the end the year, though it won’t be early enough to af fect paychecks in early Janu-

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shot. The main suspect was also killed, 1999.

T ravis Davis (county) stabbed, reported missing in December 1997, body found on River Road at Bottomless Lakes, January 1998 Walker Fitzpatrick (city) killed, 1997. No further information.

Florencio Martinez (city) stabbed; both main suspects were also killed, 1997 Jerry Barela (city) shot, 1997 Edward Sanchez (county), shot, September 1997; warrant issued for an arrest, but the killer remains at large Jesus Lopez (city) shot, 1996 Robert Gonzales (city) stabbed, 1996 Leroy Prudence (city) beaten and stabbed, 1996 Daniel Nephew (city) shot, 1996 Johnny Nahar (city) shot, 1996 Robert Bonilla (city) shot, 1996 Anthony Miranda (city) shot, 1996 Hector Alonzo (city) stabbed, 1996 Orlando “Joey” Sedillo (city) shot, 1995 Yolanda Gutierrez (city) killed, 1995. No further information.

Leo Bardo Loya (county) October 1995; warrant issued for his killer, who remains at large

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the 800 block of East Albuquerque Street, where Montoya shot Coleman. The victim was taken to Easter n New Mexico Medical Center and died of his injuries.

Before he was sentenced, Montoya expressed remorse for his actions and said that he hoped the victim’s family would find it their hearts to forgive him.

The victim’s family did not appear during the sentencing. Instead they sent a letter to 5th District Court Judge Freddie Romero with their statement.

Montoya’s mother was given the opportunity to speak for her son, saying he was not a bad person, but had made some bad choices.

Romero commented before he passed sentence that no sentence can offer solace to the victim’s family. He told Montoya, “It is painful for both families, the victim’s and your own.”

Romero also responded to Montoya’s statement that he was influenced by his use of drugs and a life on the streets. “You state we don’t understand the streets, but we see it and hear it in this courtroom every day.”

Montoya was sentenced to the maximum for second-degree murder, 15 years, followed by two years of parole, with a one-year enhancement as a habitual offender and a one-year firearms

Johnny Garcia (county) shot, 1994 Teresa Ramirez (county) cause of death unknown, December 1993 Francisco Aragon (county) cause of death unknown, 1992 Juanita Aragon (city) stabbed, 1991 Jerry Gonzales (city) shot, 1991 Jane Doe (county), 1990; body burned beyond recognition; she remains unnamed Veronica Jaramillo (city) shot, 1990 James Prudence (city) murdered, cause of death unspecified. 1990 Patricia Andrews (county) cause of death unknown, November 1986 Debra Hines (county) cause of death unknown, 1987 Officials agree the relatives need closure. “It’s frustrating for us because the family gets frustrated.

It’s hard to talk to them and have to tell them we have nothing new,” said Chaves County Sheriff Rob Coon.

Roswell Police Department Chief Alfonso Solis added, “It’s sad for the families and for the detectives, too.”

Coon pointed out that any unresolved homicide means a murderer is still running around loose.

Both Solis and Coon urge people who can assist officials bring a murderer to justice to contact Crime Stoppers, 1-888 594-TIPS.

enhancement. In addition, he received three years on the charges of tampering with evidence, with a one-year enhancement as a habitual offender. As a felon in possession of a firearm, Montoya received the full-sentence of 18 months, with the one year habitual-offender enhancement.

Romero ruled the terms of the three sentences would be served consecutively, or 23.5 years followed by two years of parole. He specified that on the charges of second-degree murder, the “defendant’s meritorious deduction” would not exceed four days per month.

When he spoke to Montoya, Romero took a hard-line stance against crime. “This cycle of violence and retribution in this city has got to stop.

There is no place in this community for violence.”

After the hearing, Phinizy said, “I feel it’s a good resolution of the case. ... When you look at the maximum sentence for first-degree murder, which is 30 years, the defendant received 23.5 years, which is a good percentage of that time.”

Attor ney for the defense, Anna Marie Bell, told the Daily Record, “Since he has been in jail, he has changed. He’s started reading the Bible. The victim’s family have offered some grace and mercy for my client, and he’s ready to accept responsibility for his actions.”

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ing from Boehner and his lieutenants were shy of providing the 217 votes needed for passage. “They were dealing with the perception that somebody might accuse them of raising taxes.”

That “somebody” was a number of outside conservative groups such as the Club for Growth and Heritage Action for America, which openly pressured lawmakers to reject Boehner’s bill.

Such organizations often oppose GOP lawmakers they consider too moderate and have been headaches for Boehner in the past.

This time, his retreat on the tax measure was an unmistakable blow to the clout of the 22-year House veteran known for an amiable style, a willingness to make deals and a perpetual tan.

Congressional leaders amass power partly by their ability to command votes, especially in showdowns. His failure to do so Thursday stands to weaken his muscle with Obama and among House Republicans.

Boehner, 63, faces unvar nished hostility from some conservatives.

“We clearly can’t have a speaker operate well outside” what Republicans want to do, said freshman Rep. Tim Huelskamp, R-Kan. Huelskamp is one of four GOP lawmakers who lost prized committee assignments following previous clashes with party leaders. That punishment was an anomaly for Boehner, who is known more for friendly persuasion than ar mtwisting.

Defenders say Boehner has been dealt a difficult hand. They say that in

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nearly two years as speaker, he’s been field general over an unruly GOP majority confronting a Democratic president and Senate, steering them to the best outcomes possible.

House Republicans won some spending cuts early on. But they were faulted by the public for nearly causing a federal default in a 2011 fight over extending the government’s debt limit, and lost a later battle over renewing a payroll tax cut.

This year, they’ve suffered in the polls for resisting the extension of wide-ranging tax cuts unless the wealthiest earners were included, which Obama opposes.

They saw their House majority whittled by eight seats in last month’s elections.

Republicans watching closely for overt or subtle moves by would-be challengers to Boehner said Friday they’d detected none, though such moves are notoriously secretive.

The entire House elects its speaker by majority vote on the first day of the new session.

Because the 201 Democrats will probably all back Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., for the job, a GOP ef fort to depose Boehner would have to occur inter nally and before the full House votes so Republicans — with 234 seats — elect one of their own as speaker.

Possible candidates to replace Boehner, according to GOP lawmakers and aides, include Majority Leader Eric Cantor of Virginia, thirdranking Rep. Kevin McCarthy of California, GOP vice presidential nominee Paul Ryan, RWis., and Rep. Tom Price of Georgia.

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Division of Parks and Wildlife spokesman Michael Seraphin says a man jogging in the park encountered the animal that had a deer carcass about 30 feet away from a trail on Friday.

A female jogger encountered the same mountain

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A park ranger responded and shot at the animal.

Officials did not find blood or the mountain lion during a search Saturday morning.

Seraphin said the mountain lion probably left the park but they’re closing trails as a precaution.

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OPINION

Dreaming of a white Christmas, wherever it may be

SANTA FE — We’ll be spending Christmas in Phoenix again this year. It’s easier on the kids and grandkids. Besides our son-in-law always seems to be on call at Mayo Hospital on Christmas Day. The entire family would rather be in Santa Fe’s snow, farolitos, pine trees and icicles. Some day it may start happening again but until then, we will have to dream along with Irving Berlin about the white Christmas we are missing.

The Arizona Biltmore Hotel, in Phoenix, claims Berlin wrote “White Christmas” while sitting beside its magnificent pool. The verse of the song mentions orange and palm trees swaying but it also mentions being in L.A. where Berlin spent time writing movie scores.

The Biltmore says Berlin also was known to stay at that hotel and write songs. The only reason he didn’t say Phoenix is that it doesn’t rhyme with much of anything.

The Biltmore has been a land-

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mark for nearly 80 years and has hosted many stars. Its pool is said to have been Marilyn Monroe’s favorite. Many political events also are held there, including John McCain’s election night party.

New Yorkers, of course, say Berlin wrote the song there despite the orange and palm tree references. They contend that since Berlin didn’t read or write music, he composed on a piano, which would have been difficult by the pool.

Maybe Berlin wrote it both places. Since he wrote both words and music, he might have written the words by the Biltmore pool.

Regardless, it has been the world’s

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most popular song.

Berlin got the secular Christmas music tradition started on Tin Pan Alley with “White Christmas.”

Numerous others followed during the 1940s, mostly written by Jewish songwriters.

They weren’t offended about Christmas. Many were immigrants, as was Berlin, and they were embracing everything American. And since America is majority Christian, they were willing to participate in the experience without partaking of the religious aspect.

But today the attitude seems to be different. We worry about offending others. “Happy holidays” has replaced “Merry Christmas” in stores and in public places.

The problem isn’t that there is a law against Christmas greetings and Christmas displays. Maybe it is a fear that in our litigious society there will be court suits from non-Christians so it’s easier to save the hassle and back down.

There still are Christmas displays on public property, but there

will usually be a plastic reindeer or a Santa Claus thrown in.

Eight years ago, when New Mexico provided the tree for the U.S. Capitol, House Speaker Dennis Hastert decreed that it would be renamed the Capitol Christmas Tree instead of the Capitol Holiday Tree. A few years later, Arizona provided the tree for the first time.

Actually, the observance of Christmas has had a mixed history in the United States. Early settlers on the East Coast strictly opposed Christmas celebrations because they encouraged public drunkenness, shooting and swearing.

The attitude spread to mainstream churches. Throughout the 1800s, mainstream churches still were trying to hold the line on Christmas celebrations by not accepting the day as a holy one.

And since the Bible doesn’t mention Dec. 25, the date must have been derived from pagan customs.

But gradually feelings began to change. Clement Clarke Moore’s

“Visit From St. Nicolas” at midcentury gave a family feeling to Christmas. Political cartoonist Thomas Nast’s cartoons created an image of a jolly Santa who gave gifts to children.

By the early 1900s, the retail industry had caught on that Christmas could become a buying bonanza. It is now abundantly obvious where that has led.

Will Christmas always be celebrated in the manner it is now?

Will tough economic times mean a long term de-emphasis on compulsive buying? It did for awhile, but this year retail merchants report customers are returning.

Christian churches still are urging their congregations to find ways to make Christmas a more spiritual day.

We always have had a dynamic society. Other changes could be coming.

(Write to Jay Miller at 3 La Tusa, Santa Fe, NM 87505; by fax at 984-0982; or by e-mail at insidethecapitol@hotmail.com)

Merry Christmas

Christmas celebrations come in many forms and the holiday can represent different things at various stages in our lives, but for all who exchange gifts this Tuesday, the message is universally one of love.

In the formative years of our lives, Christmas is a magical time of year centered around wondrous stories passed down from generation to generation. In some families, the focus of the day is on the birth of Jesus Christ. For others of a more secular nature, Santa Claus is at the heart of celebrations. In many households both figures are present, which can lead to some complicated discussions between parents and young children.

As we grow older, Christmas begins to evolve. Our minds probe the stories we are told and we begin to ask questions about this special day of exchanging gifts.

Santa is frequently the first victim of our inquiries. Whether we catch our parents putting out presents from Santa, or the bad news is broken by an older child who thinks it’s time for us to wise up, the loss of that jolly old man is always disappointing.

Luckily, children are extremely resilient, and no one really stops believing in Santa until they’re ready to do so. Even if he’s not personally delivering presents to us, we can envision Santa out there somewhere delivering toys to good girls and boys. Our parents are merely acting on his behalf so he can focus on children who are less fortunate.

Even when we finally accept he does not physically exist, we hold on to the message he embodies. Later in our lives we get to carry on the tradition by playing Santa for the next generation.

The birth of Jesus also takes its knocks.

There’s always some smart aleck who explains that if you look closely at the details of the Bible’s account of his birth, it’s apparent he wasn’t born in December. Then they’ll go on to explain that Dec. 25 was chosen as a way of co-opting pagan winter celebrations for the benefit of Christians.

For those who pay tribute to the birth of Jesus, it doesn’t matter if the celebration takes place on the exact day of the year he was born. It’s not about getting the date right. It’s about the message Jesus delivered.

Fortunately, the Christmas spirit remains strong in most of us. Whether Santa or Jesus, or both, is at the center of our individual celebrations, the message of love is a constant. Christmas is a day based on giving gifts out of love. Santa delivers gifts for children. Jesus’ birth represents a divine gift of love to the world.

And we do mean “gifts.” Gifts are not earned. They are not rewards. They are not bribes. If you give someone an item for doing what you want, it’s payment. If you give a gift because you expect one in return, it’s bartering.

A true gift is given with no expectations of receiving anything in return. It is a display of love. It is a demonstration of the desire to make someone else happy. Valentine’s Day may be dedicated to romantic love, but Christmas is the embodiment of the selfless love of family and friends.

This Christmas, look beyond the physical items you receive and recognize them for the expressions of love they represent. In doing so you will get a far better gift than whatever happens to be underneath the bows and wrapping paper.

DEAR DOCTOR K: I saw my doctor for pain and inflammation in my knee. He said I have arthritis caused by a bacterial infection.

Could this be true?

DEAR READER: I’ll bet that, like many of my patients, you think of arthritis as something caused by wear and tear on a joint. That is the main cause of the most common type of arthritis, osteoarthritis. However, there are other kinds of arthritis, too.

In rheumatoid arthritis and juvenile idiopathic arthritis, an overactive immune system causes joint inflammation. The causes of rheumatoid arthritis are unknown.

But joints also can become infected with bacteria and fungi.

These microbes may directly infect the joint, for example, through a

The perfect gift for Christmas Most people who haven’t finished their shopping are starting to worry about what gifts to give a friend, relative or spouse. Quick, what did you give or receive last year?

How about two years ago?

Most of us can’t remember, unless it was a big-ticket item.

What if you could give a gift that mattered; one that literally kept on giving and improved the life of another person? Would you buy that gift?

Two years ago I bought two gifts for people I have never met. One was a goat and the other a sewing class. Both

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puncture wound or major injury.

But more often, the infection spreads to a joint by traveling through the bloodstream from somewhere else in the body. Once the microbe reaches the joint, it can multiply. The immune system recognizes the invading foreigner and tries to wipe it out. The infection and the immune response cause warmth, pain, stiffness and

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went to people in countries who need just a little to enable them to take care of themselves and their families.

The gifts were purchased through the humanitarian organization World Vision (www.worldvisiongifts.org) and while I can’t track my gifts,

swelling.

Several types of bacteria can cause arthritis. Borrelia burgdorferi, for example, is the bacterium that causes Lyme disease. If Lyme disease goes untreated and advances, arthritis may develop, usually in one or both knees.

Arthritic joint pain also affects some people with gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted bacterial infection. Staphylococcus bacteria is another culprit. If a staph infection is not treated promptly, it can cause serious joint damage within days. Tuberculosis, a bacterial infection that usually affects the lungs, can cause arthritis in the spine and other large joints.

The diagnosis of infectious arthritis is made by removing fluid from the joint through a needle.

The microbe causing the infection

World Vision has told me stories of people who have received similar presents.

They are accounts that should touch every heart and motivate more of us to commit ourselves to things that actually produce results (unlike so much of what Washington does, which mostly produces mounting debt and bigger government).

The gift of goats helped a Ugandan girl orphaned by AIDS. Teopista doesn’t remember her parents. Her father died of AIDS and within a year her mother died of the same disease. Teopista was

can usually be identified in that fluid.

Once diagnosed, you’ll immediately begin antibiotic treatment.

This should eliminate the infection and help prevent permanent joint damage if begun early enough. If your infection is advanced, or if joint damage has already occurred, you may need to be hospitalized.

At the hospital, your affected joint can be drained. Sometimes fluid is repeatedly removed with a needle and syringe. In other cases, a surgeon needs to open the joint and place a drain in it to let the joint fluid constantly leak out of the body. You can also receive antibiotics intravenously if necessary. If your joint is seriously See DR. K, Page A5

passed around to various relatives, before a family with seven children of their own took her in. They are subsistence far mers and so are barely able to provide for themselves.

Last March, Teopista received her first gift ever, two goats from World Vision. The goats will not only provide milk but fertilizer for the family garden. The goats are already reproducing and when there are enough, some can be sold to provide income.

In El Salvador, Anastasia

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25 YEARS AGO

Dec. 23, 1987 Air man 1st Class Richard K. Atkinson, son of Mr. and Mrs. William C. Atkinson of Roswell has graduated from the U.S. Air Force carpentry specialist course at Sheppard Air Force Base.

During the course, students studied cabinet and building construction, maintenance and repair, assembly of prefabricated structures and the use and care of various carpentry tools.

He is a 1982 graduate of Goddard High School.

OPINION II

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It is all about a baby and the hope he brings Roswell Daily Record

The sun went down the evening before baby Jesus was born just as it had done every night in the history of mankind.

But when it came up the next day, a baby had been bor n whose life and death would forever change the world.

Christmas is the story of a baby.

There is something about the Christmas season that makes it special. I think it began when we were young children and our parents got us excited about gifts on Christmas mor ning.

From the first Christmas we could understand our parents, they conveyed excitement about Christmas to us. They programed us to get excited about Christmas time and everything that goes along with it.

I can remember year after year as a young child seeing colorfully wrapped gifts under the Christmas tree with my name on them and knowing that it would not be long before I could open them and play with them. In the days and weeks before Christmas, the excitement built and Christmas morning could not come quick enough.

Then Christmas eve would arrive and the excitement would peak as I tried to go to sleep knowing tomorrow was the big day that I had been anxiously awaiting. When Christmas

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morning arrived, I would bound out of bed and downstairs to see what new gifts were under the tree with my name on them.

Each of you have your own memories of the Christmas season. You have traditions that you grew up with. Some of these traditions you have passed on to your own children.

From music to gifts to family time to a fire in the fireplace, Christmas is a special season. It is a reason to gather together and enjoy fellowship, hence the many Christmas parties.

Because of the strong family emphasis, Christmas can also be a difficult time as families celebrate without the presence of loved ones who have passed or are serving our country in a foreign land.

Because of how we have been programmed over our lives, just saying the word Christmas elicits emotion in each of us.

There is also a level of stress

that comes with Christmas. With the decorations, the socials, the giving of gifts, and the family gatherings comes expectations in us and others that cause pressure in planning for and “implementing” the Christmas holiday season.

Christmas is shopping, Santa Claus, Christmas trees, stockings, Christmas cards, large meals, and the list goes on and on. In this column I am not speaking negatively about our programming or about what Christmas has evolved into. I am just observing. I like the Christmas season myself.

But if Christmas is truly about a baby, I am confident that Mary and Joseph never envisioned that the birth of their baby would someday be celebrated by long shopping lines on a Black Friday or people cutting down evergreen trees to decorate in their homes. I don’t recall either of these or most of what we do at Christmas being connected to the virgin birth.

The story of the baby is told in the Bible. It was foretold by a prophet named Isaiah in the Old T estament almost 700 years before the baby was born in Isaiah 9:6, “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder; and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counselor,

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The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.”

The story of the baby is told after his birth in the New Testament including an account written by Luke in Chapter 2 of his book at verse 16 when he wrote about the shepherds in the field.

“So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in a manger.” I would encourage you to read the entire account of the birth of the baby.

We are the first generation to live in the world as it exists today. With daily headlines of war, crime, death and individuals who make poor decisions, it is easy to ask, “Is there any hope for the future?”

The short answer is that hope was born into this world with the birth of this baby born about 2,000 years ago in a small town named Bethlehem on the other side of our planet. His life, death and resurrection provides hope to every man, woman and child on this Earth.

As Martin Luther once wrote ,“Everything that is done in this world is done by hope.” When the world says “give up,” hope whispers “keep trying.” Because of the birth of this baby, hope will triumph in the end.

Tuesday is a special day in the Christian faith around the world.

And it is all about a baby. After

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damaged, you may need surgery to remove damaged tissue and reconstruct the joint.

Often you need to briefly immobilize your affected joint while recovering from the infection. But it’s best to become active again as soon as you are able.

Exercise and physical therapy can help you regain your strength and mobility.

It’s much better if you can prevent

infectious arthritis from developing in the first place. That means taking steps to avoid infections that can cause infectious arthritis: — Practice safe sex.

— Promptly clean wounds.

— To avoid L yme disease, use tick repellent when walking in the woods and tuck long pants into socks.

(Dr. Komaroff is a physician and professor at Harvard Medical School. To send questions, go to AskDoctorK.com, or write: Ask Doctor K, 10 Shattuck St., Second Floor, Boston, MA 02115.)

Mercedes Rivera says the money she makes from breeding chickens she received from the gift catalogue provides enough to pay school fees for five of her 10 children. The chickens sell for $1.15 per pound, which produces more money than she has been making at odd jobs.

Before she received the chickens, Anastasia’s children walked long distances on unpaved roads in worn-out shoes — or barefoot — to school. Now she can buy shoes for school.

Sewing lessons provided Mariana Prendi, a single mother in Albania, with job skills and a steady income since her husband died in an accident 11 years ago. She says she feels “confident and safe” for her family’s future. “Now, I’m learning a vocation that fulfills me and gives me joy.”

These stories are typical of what small and inexpensive gifts can do for people in great need. They are not welfare, like so many dead-end American programs.

Call them “help-fare,” because they help people to become self-sustaining. That’s a value embraced by most conservatives and even, I suspect, by some liberals.

World Vision also helps some of the world’s estimated 2 million sexually exploited children, most of them girls,

Mary was with child, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph and in Matthew 1:21 said, “She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.”

My challenge to you today is to focus on what Christmas is really about. Because it is all about a baby who was bor n in a manger.

It is about a baby who would grow up to be a man. A baby who would live a life of perfection. A baby who would not live to see his 34th birthday, but who would be hung on a cross until he died. A baby who, after dying from his human life would conquer death by rising from the dead three days later.

Christmas is about a baby who, through his death and resurrection, offers the gift of eternal life to anyone who will accept it. A baby who can make an eternal difference in your life and in mine.

Christmas is the story of a baby. A baby whose very life is used for us to measure time by.

Just an eternal thought ...

Rick Kraft wishes each of you a meaningful Christmas holiday and a blessed 2013 ahead. To submit comments, contribut i o n s, or ideas, e-mail to rkraft@kraftandhunter.com or write to P.O. Box 850, Roswell, NM, 88202-0850.

through its Trauma Recovery Center.

One such girl, “Charity” (real names and countries are not used to protect the children), was rescued from a life of sexual exploitation. Orphaned and alone at age 12, Charity was thrilled when a foreign man asked her to go for a boat ride to an island. You can guess the rest.

She was forced into prostitution, but amazingly she escaped. Police brought her to the trauma center where she received counseling, support and training in skills that will allow her to become self-sufficient in the future.

There are many more such stories that could be told and many that won’t be told unless people literally give the gift of a new life to people who otherwise are without hope. Gifts are also available for Americans who need a small amount of capital and encouragement to begin to stand on their own feet.

Think about that as you use your charge card for those last-minute gifts that will be too-soon forgotten. The gift of a new life! Despite what the ads tell us, isn’t this the real meaning of Christmas?

(Write to Cal Thomas at: Tribune Media Services, 2225 Kenmore Ave., Suite 114, Buffalo, N.Y. 14207. Readers may also email Cal Thomas at tmseditors@tribune.com.) © 2012 Tribune Media Services, Inc.

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OPINION III

LETTERS

Religion important for society

Dear Editor: Once again we learn of a terrible tragedy, a mass murder at a school. As usual, we hear leftists jumping on a news event before the victims are even buried and proclaiming the need for greater gun control. This can be called “political opportunism.”

I lived in Jamaica from 1977-1979. Jamaica has more stringent restrictions on gun ownership than we have here. Did that make the island safe from violent crime?

Not at all! Somehow the criminals seemed to find guns.

One couple was robbed at gunpoint by thugs carrying M16s. Private citizens were not allowed to own such weapons. How did the robbers get them? I don’t know.

The government didn’t seem to know either.

Whenever a violent crime involving firearms made the news in Jamaica, bureaucrats would beg the law-abiding citizens to turn in their guns. I suspect the criminals laughed when they read that. I am certain those bandits did not rush to surrender the tools of their trade. If the Jamaican government persuaded honest people to give up their firearms, would the country have been safer? It would have been safer for outlaws to practice their profession.

Let us remember that the perpetrators of the 1999 Columbine massacre violated numerous existing gun laws. Did those laws prevent the carnage?

I want to make careful points about intentions of the antigun lobby. No doubt some are very sincere people who reached the simple-minded conclusion, “Fewer guns equal less crime.” There is no question however that we have people who want absolute control over our lives. Tyrants always want to disarm the citizens. There are those who use gun violence and the alleged threat of “global warming” to forbid us to own guns and tell us what cars to drive, what sort of house to own, how many children we may have, and what we may eat.

The problem is not insufficient restrictions on firearms; the problem is spiritual. In some times and places, such as on the frontier, every family owned guns. They were necessary tools. Did we have people killing school children? Not that we hear about.

Today, public schools dismiss God as nonexistent or irrelevant. God did not create the world. A big explosion brought order and life from disorder in violation of known laws of physics and genetics. There is no absolute truth.

We have thrown the Bible and the Ten Commandments out of school. We murder our unborn babies.

For those who cry, “Separation of church and state,” we must remind them that that phrase is not in our Constitution. We must also remember two U. S. Supreme Court decisions rendered before the age of historical revisionism.

1) “We are a religious people whose institutions presuppose a Supreme Being.” Zorach vs Clausen 1952 2) “We agree of course, that the state may not establish a ‘religion of secularism’ in the sense of affirmatively opposing or showing hostility to religion, thus preferring those who believe in no religion to those who do believe.”

Abington vs Schempp 1963 Look carefully. If God does not exist, if we evolved from nonliving chemicals, if there is no absolute truth, how can we say school massacres are “wrong?” Who are we to force our moral values on anyone else?

I see three alternatives for our country.

1) We can put God back in our schools, our public policy, and our personal lives.

2) We can accept ever-more draconian restrictions of freedom for the sake of safety.

3) We can “get used” to more mass killings.

Only Option 1 will provide a real, lasting improvement.

Thank you, Russell A. Scott Roswell

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Today is Sunday, Dec. 23, the 358th day of 2012. There are eight days left in the year.

Today’s Highlight On Dec. 23, 1972, in what became known as football’s “Immaculate Reception,” Franco Harris of the Pittsburgh Steelers caught a pass thrown by Terry Bradshaw and scored a touchdown after the ball had been deflected during a collision between Jack Tatum of the Oakland Raiders and the Steelers’ John Fuqua; the Steelers won the game (and an AFC divisional playoff) 13-7, despite controversy over the exact circumstances of the play.

On this date In 1783, George Washington resigned as commander in chief of the Continental Army and retired to his home at Mount Vernon, Va. In 1788, Maryland passed an act to cede an area “not exceeding ten miles square” for the seat of the national government; about 2/3 of the area became the District of Columbia.

In 1823, the poem “Account of a Visit from St. Nicholas” was published anony-

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Gun rules need updating

Dear Editor: Our Constitution is a pretty remarkable document. But we must remember it is more than 220 years old and was written for a nation of three and half million farmers where only 6 percent of the population — white, male, property owners — could vote; not a highly mobile, urban society of 300 million people where anybody who is a citizen and over 18 years old can vote.

Things change. Society evolves. Time marches on. For a constitution to be meaningful it must apply to the society of the present time. It’s not etched in granite. It is a living document as witnessed by the 17 amendments added to it (one repealed) since the first 10 were ratified in 1789.

It’s time the Second Amendment reflect today’s society.

We no longer are without a professional standing army; an army that had to be formed in times of crisis from the militia when the nation was in its infancy. A militia that had to furnish its own weapons. When the militia is called up today, weapons are issued to them.

I’m not calling for the abolition of gun ownership. I’m not saying we should do away with hunting. I’m not saying we should do away with recreational shooting. But 100-round drums and assault rifles are not necessary for that. They were not designed for target shooting. They were not designed for deer or duck hunting. They were designed for military and law enforcement use. They were designed to kill as many people as possible in a very short time. They do that very well as we have witnessed too many times in recent years. Ordinary citizens don’t need them.

Clearly the Second Amendment needs re-interpretation and revision in today’s society, the NRA not withstanding.

And with that, sensible gun legislation that preserves the right of gun ownership for responsible citizens while preventing those irresponsible citizens from obtaining guns.

Will it mean some added inconvenience for those who wish to purchase guns and ammunition? Probably. But is that too high a price to limit what happened in New Town, Conn., Aurora, Colo., Norcross, Ga., Oak Creek, Wis., Seattle, Wash., Oakland, Calif., and Minneapolis, Minn., this year alone at the cost of 88 lives and scores wounded.

Across this great country there is a bullet with the name of each one of us on it just waiting for the right time and the school, church, synagogue, mosque, mall, park, super-market, parking lot, restaurant, convenience store, waiting room, street corner or other public place to find us.

I expect some will try to rebut this argument. But don’t come back with the lame argument that if someone has murder on his mind he can do it with a knife or a club.

Nobody can kill 20 people in 30 seconds with knives or clubs.

Noel Sivertson SMsgt USAF (Ret.) Roswell

Congress behaves childishly

Dear Editor: I have to believe our members of Congress are absolute princes and princesses. Not only do they threaten us with their childish ways, they have long used approved insider trading rules, shadow banking, and every other financial trick in the book to ensure they themselves hold financial sway in America. It is no wonder more than half of Congress are millionaires. I would be too, given I were allowed to behave the same. It is so shameless it makes me sick.

My God, when is America going to wake up and decide we are being had by a bunch of childish imbeciles?

Jim Osborne Roswell

mously in the Troy (N.Y.) Sentinel; the verse, more popularly known as “’Twas the Night Before Christmas,” was later attributed to Clement C. Moore.

In 1893, the Engelbert Humperdinck opera “Haensel und Gretel” was first performed, in Weimar, Germany.

In 1928, the National Broadcasting Company set up a permanent, coast-to-coast network.

In 1941, during World War II, American forces on Wake Island surrendered to the Japanese.

In 1948, former Japanese premier Hideki Tojo and six other Japanese war leaders were executed in Tokyo.

In 1962, Cuba began releasing prisoners from the failed Bay of Pigs invasion under an agreement in which Cuba would receive more than $50 million worth of food and medical supplies.

In 1968, 82 crew members of the U.S. intelligence ship Pueblo were released by North Korea, 11 months after they had been captured.

In 1972, a 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck Nicaragua, destroying most of the capital, Managua; the disaster claimed some

Roswell Daily Record Christmas 2012

Dear Editor: There is something missing this Christmas season in Roswell. It is the Living Christmas Tree at the First Baptist Church. It has been a big part of Christmas in Roswell for so many years. Thank you to all who have had a part in it in the past.

People from many churches have gathered together to hear the Christmas story in music and drama. It was a blessed time of remembering the love God had for us to send His son Jesus to Earth to live and bless His people.

Later, giving His life for our salvation. Thank you Lord!

Merry Christmas to all!

Joann Hall Roswell

Cards for wounded warriors

Dear Editor: Please ask your readers to send an extra Christmas card to the following address: A Recovering American Soldier c/o Walter Reed Army Medical Center 6900 Georgia Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20307-5001

Let's let them know, they are loved and we thank them for their sacrifice.

Sincerely, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sides Roswell

Support appreciated

Dear Editor: Thanks to the cooperation of the people of Roswell, The Pumpkin Patch at St. Mark’s Evangelical Church was a great success. James and Revae Leonard raised the pumpkins and donated them to the church. The children of Valley Christian Academy helped load and unload the pumpkins. Both Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts helped the church members to sell and load the pumpkins for the customers. Each year, the money raised goes to a different community organization. This year, almost $1,500 will be divided between Rivers of Life, Valley Christian Academy and the Girl Scout troop of St. Mark’s.

Pat Hittle Pumpkin Patch Coordinator

Trust in God

Dear Editor: My heart goes out to all the people who had loved ones killed in the Newtown, Conn., massacre. The RD” had headlines in Sunday, Dec. 16, about the investigations trying to figure out what led to this tragedy. Hello! Didn’t these atheist and agnostics all vote “God” out of the school system a few years ago? When God is asked to step out of people’s lives, who do you think is there to fill that “void.”

God is too much of a gentleman to stay where He is asked to leave. Maybe we should consider His forgiveness and return to the Lord and be healed from all this evil. He tells us to return unto Him and He will heal our land. Could we just try this and see if God is true to his word, or do we wait until it’s too late to do anything about it?

Think about it! Are we just going to keep on, or are we going to trust God? Johnnie B. White Hagerman

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LAWRENCE FOSTER RECORD ASST. SPORTS EDITOR

Christmas is just a few days away and with a school break and the excitement of the holidays, it would have been easy for the Roswell girls basketball team to not be entirely focused on Centennial on Saturday night.

Unfortunately for the Hawks, the Coyotes gave the game their full attention.

Roswell scored 17 con-

secutive points in the first quarter and cruised to a 57-33 win over Centennial that evened the Coyotes’ record at 4-4.

Up 2-0, Centennial’s Antanzia Jones hit a pair from the charity stripe to tie it up with 5:59 left in the first quarter.

The Hawks wouldn’t score again for 6:11 as Roswell broke the game open.

After the Jones free throws, the Coyotes took the lead for good with a 3-

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pointer from Myla Brown.

Two possessions later, two offensive rebounds led to a trip to the line for Victoria Meraz and after hitting the first freebie, she missed the second, but Kayleen Willard snagged the rebound and hit the putback to make it an 8-2 game.

Centennial tur ned the ball over on each of its next three possessions and Roswell took advantage by scoring seven points of f those turnovers to grow its

BOYS BASKETBALL Hagerman 102, Loving 54 Roswell 74, Centennial 33 GIRLS BASKETBALL Roswell 57, Centennial 33 Hagerman 47, Loving 45 COLLEGE FOOTBALL La.-Lafayette 43, E. Carollina 34 Boise St. 28, Washington 26

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Roswell’s Tiffanie Bolanos drives to the basket during the Coyotes’ game against Centennial, Saturday.

MEN’S BASKETBALL Regional

South Dakota St. 70, New Mexico 65 New Mexico St. 71, Missouri St. 51

Top 25 Temple 83, Syracuse 79 Louisville 78, W. Kentucky 55 Kansas 74, Ohio St. 66 Kansas St. 67, Florida 61 Missouri 82, Illinois 73 Cincinnati 68, Wright St. 58 Minnesota 75, Lafayette 50 Georgetown 65, American U 48

San Diego St. 80, San Francisco 58

Butler 75, Evansville 67 Michigan St. 67, Texas 56 UNC 97, McNeese St. 63

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NC St. 92, St. Bonaventure 73 UNLV 89, Canisius 74 Arizona at ETSU, late WOMEN’S BASKETBALL Top 25

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Oklahoma St. 90, TX-Arlington 54

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NBA Detroit 96, Washington 87 Miami 105, Utah 89 Indiana 81, New Orleans 75 Houston 121, Memphis 96 Cleveland 94, Milwaukee 82 Denver 110, Charlotte 88 Portland 96, Phoenix 93 L.A. Lakers at Golden St., late NFL Atlanta 31, Detroit 18

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(AP) — Derrick Nix had 25 points and 11 rebounds to help No. 20 Michigan State surge past Texas 67-56 on Saturday.

Nix was 7 for 10 from the field and 11 for 13 at the line, a major improvement for a 64.9 percent foul shooter.

Keith Appling had 14 points and Adreian Payne added 13 for the Spartans (11-2), who stayed perfect in six December games.

Julien Lewis scored 16 points and Sheldon McClellan had 13 for the Longhorns (7-5), who couldn’t match the efficiency of their 85-67 win over North Carolina on Wednesday night.

Texas trailed 41-40 and had a chance to take a lead but McClellan missed two free throws after a technical on Nix. The Spartans promptly grabbed a threepoint lead on a jumper by Payne. They later made it 49-40 on two free throws by Nix and Appling’s 3-pointer.

Roswell’s Gali Sanchez, right, looks to pass the ball while Centennial’s Denise Saenz defends during their game, Saturday.

lead to 13.

Coyote coach Joe Carpenter said that his team came out focused to start the game.

“I was very pleased (with the fast start),” he said. “We came out focused and ready to play. I think they were a little intimidated and they didn’t relax and play until the game got going and by that point, we had a 17-2 lead.”

When the Hawks did

relax, they went on a spurt of their own, outscoring the Coyotes 9-4 in the first 3:30 of the second quarter to make it a 21-12 game.

The run was sparked by free throws, as six of the points were scored from the charity stripe.

Roswell responded with a 5-0 surge that pushed the lead back to double digits

Local briefs: RHS boys cruise; Mestas wins 200th The Roswell boys basketball team is dealing with an outbreak of the flu, but based on its play against Centennial on Saturday, they were as healthy as can be.

The Coyotes raced out to a 24-10 first-quarter lead and never looked back en route to a 74-33 win that kept them undefeated.

Roswell really broke the game open in the second and third quarters, outscoring the Hawks 3412 during that 16-minute stretch.

The comfortable cushion allowed Coyote coach Britt Cooper to play everyone and, equally as important, rest everyone.

“We got our trap going pretty good and they had trouble with the pressure,” he said. “We have kids battling through (the flu) and we got a lot of kids in the game.”

Alex Olesinski paced the Coyotes with 21 points, while Anthony Olguin and

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Cesar Nava added 13 points apiece for the 7-0 Coyotes.

Hagerman 102, Loving 54 LOVING — Against Dexter on Friday, Hagerman scored just 17 first-half points, something that did not sit well with Bobcat coach Anthony Mestas.

He didn’t have to worry about first-half scoring on Saturday.

Hager man scored 59 first-half points on its way to a dominating road win over Loving that was Mestas’ 200th win as coach of the Bobcats.

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RIGHT: Roswell’s Alex Olesinski (25) drives to the basket during the Coyotes’ game against Centennial, Saturday.

South Dakota St. upsets UNM C. Johnson gets record, Falcons win

SPOTLIGHT ON

ALBUQUERQUE, (AP) — Nate Wolters scored 28 points and handed out seven assists, leading South Dakota State to a 70-65 upset of No. 16 New Mexico on Saturday.

Kendall Williams scored 21 to lead the Lobos, who went 7 of 12 from the foul line in the closing minutes to frustrate their own comeback efforts.

Jordan Dykstra had a double-double with 10

SPORTS 1951 — Norm Van Brocklin’s 73-yard touchdown pass to Tom Fears in the fourth quarter gives the Los Angeles Rams a 24-17 victory over the Cleveland Browns for the NFL title.

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LEFT: South Dakota State's Nate Wolters, left, scores against New Mexico's Kendall Williams in the second half of their game, Saturday.

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DETROIT (AP) — Matt Ryan got what he wanted, helping the Atlanta Falcons win a game they needed to earn home-field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs.

Calvin Johnson had to settle for having a recordbreaking night in yet another Detroit loss.

R yan matched a career high with four touchdown passes, two to Roddy White, and Atlanta led from start to finish in a 31-18 victory over the Lions on Saturday night.

Johnson broke Jerry Rice’s NFL single-season yards receiving mark of 1,848. Johnson also became the only player with 100 yards receiving in eight straight games and the first with 10 receptions in four games in a row in league history. He had 11 receptions for 225 yards, giving him 1,892 this season.

The Falcons (13-2) pulled away with Ryan’s fourth TD pass to wide-open tight end Michael Palmer in the fourth quarter and Matt Bryant’s 20-yard field goal with 3:05 left that gave them a 15-point lead.

Ryan was 25 of 32 for 279 yards without a turnover.

Detroit (4-11) dropped its seventh straight game.

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La.-Lafayette tops ECU in New Orleans Bowl

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Terrance Broadway wasn’t projected as LouisianaLafayette’s starting quarterback heading into this season. Now he’s a bowl game MVP. Broadway passed for 316 yards and ran for 108, helping Louisiana-Lafayette repeat as winners of the New Orleans Bowl with a 43-34 victory against East Carolina on Saturday.

Alonzo Harris rushed for 120 yards and two touchdowns for the Ragin’ Cajuns (9-4), who briefly squandered a three-touchdown lead before moving back in front for good on Broadway’s 14-yard scoring pass to Javone Lawson late in the third quarter.

Brett Baer added his second and third field goals in the fourth quarter to seal the win.

Broadway, who took over as starter after senior Blaine Gautier’s injury in late September, also ran for a 12-yard score.

Shane Carden passed for 278 yards and two touchdowns for East Carolina (85) but was intercepted in Cajuns territory by Jemarlous Moten in the fourth quarter as ECU drove for a potential tying or go-ahead

score. The Pirates’ Reggie Bullock rushed for 104 yards and two touchdowns.

Carden’s touchdowns went to Justin Hardy for 19 yards and Danny Webster for 16 yards. Hardy finished with five catches for 59 yards. East Carolina’s Andrew Bodenheimer had five catches for a team-high 65 yards, but could not secure a crucial fourthdown pass in the final minutes as defensive back T.J. Worthy ripped the ball away in ECU territory. That allowed the Cajuns to run the clock down to 15 seconds before setting up Baer’s final field goal from 40 yards out.

Jamal Robinson had six catches for 116 yards for ULL, while Lawson finished with four catches for 71 yards.

The Cajuns carried a 3731 lead into the fourth quarter after Lawson for a 14-yard score in which the receiver juggled but secured the ball for a sprawling, rolling catch.

The point-after kick failed, however, and East Carolina pulled to 37-34 on Warren Harvey’s 26-yard field goal.

Broadway’s lone interception on a tipped pass then gave East Carolina the

ball on the Cajuns 39, but Moten was able to step in front of Carden’s long pass over the middle to help preserve the slim lead.

With Lafayette a drive of about two hours west of New Orleans, red-clad Cajuns fans came in droves and made up the bulk of a record New Orleans Bowl crowd of 48,828, and they were celebrating early.

Broadway’s scoring run, his ninth rushing TD of the season, gave ULL a 7-0 lead on the Cajuns’ first series of the game and Harry Peoples’ 10-yard scoring run pushed the lead to 14-0.

ECU didn’t get a first down until early in the second quarter, when Carden converted on third-andlong with a pass to left sideline, which Jabril Solomon turned into a 45yard gain. That set up Bullock’s first touchdown from 5 yards out to make it 147.

Harris’ two scores had the Cajuns seemingly in command at 28-7, but ECU responded with two touchdowns in a span of 13 seconds off the clock to make it a one-score game again.

First came Hardy’s leaping, outstretched grab in

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Louisiana-Lafayette head coach Mark Hudspeth is dunked at the end of a win over East Carolina in the New Orleans Bowl, an NCAA college football game in New Orleans

the back of the end zone to cap a 10-play, 80-yard drive. Then Darryl Surgent fumbled a kickoff return, giving ECU the ball on the Cajuns’ 16. Carden found Webster over the middle for a score on the next play to make it 28-21.

Louisiana-Lafayette was able to regain some momentum in the final 37 seconds of the first half, driving 47 yards on five plays to set up Baer’s 50yard field goal, which was the same distance and direction as his game-win-

ner at the end of last year’s New Orleans Bowl.

The Pirates tied it in the third quarter on Harvey’s 45-yard field goal and Bullock’s 13-yard scoring run, capping a drive that included a converted fourth-and3.

Boise State wins MAACO Bowl Kansas knocks off Ohio St.

LAS VEGAS (AP) — The last two times Boise State played in the Las Vegas Bowl, there were other places the Broncos wanted to be. Not so on Saturday, when the smallest player on the team came up big in a 28-26 victory over Washington.

After two straight blowouts in the Las Vegas Bowl, the Broncos had to work hard for a win sealed by a 27-yard field goal by 5-foot-5 Michael Frisina with 1:16 left. It left them feeling good about a game and a season when, unlike the last two years, there was hardly any talk about Boise State being in a BCS game.

“The most satisfying thing about this season was each week you’d see us get just a little bit better,” Boise State coach Chris Petersen said. “These guys, they don’t go through the motions. They have a chip on their shoulder.”

The win capped another strong year for the No. 20 Broncos (11-2), who had to overcome a 205-yard rushing game by Bishop Sankey against their normally stingy defense. Sankey also had 74 yards receiving, giving him 279 of Washington’s 447 yards from scrimmage.

But it was Frisina who came up with the biggest game of his career in his final game.

He kicked three field goals, including the first game winner he could ever recall booting.

“It’s every kicker’s dream to win a big game with a field goal,” Frisina said. “For this one to come on the last game of my career, you couldn’t ask for anything more.”

Washington (7-6) had taken the lead for the first time on a 38-yard field goal by Travis Coons with 4:09 left when No. 20 Boise State got a big kickoff return by freshman Shane Williams-Rhodes to the Washington 42. Joe Southwick guided the team to the 12 before Frisina hit the winning kick.

“I was just focused on what I had to do,” Frisina said. “I’m there as the insurance guy, I guess you'd say.”

Boise State sealed the win when Jeremy Ioane intercepted Keith Price’s pass as the Huskies neared midfield.

“To their credit they found a way to win the game in the end,” said Washington coach Steve Sarkisian. “Our inability to finish is pretty blaring.”

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Boise State's Holden Huff (85) gets by Washington's Justin Glenn for a first-half touchdown during the MAACO Bowl, Saturday.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Redshirt freshman Ben McLemore scored 22 points and No. 9 Kansas proved it was more than just a bully at home by beating seventh-ranked Ohio State 74-66 on Saturday.

It was the third victory for the Jayhawks (10-1) in little more than a year over the Buckeyes (9-2). Kansas won a 64-62 thriller in last year’s NCAA semifinals.

The Jayhawks, who had yet to play a true road game, held Ohio State without a field goal for more than 10 minutes of the second half. The Buckeyes, who were led by Deshaun Thomas’ 16 points, hit just 9 of 36 shots from the field in the final 20 minutes.

Jeff Withey added 14 points and 10 rebounds for the Jayhawks. Elijah Johnson added 13 and Travis Releford 11.

Shannon Scott had a career -high 15 for the Buckeyes.

The game was expected to be a major challenge for Kansas, which has won nine in a row since losing to Michigan State 67-64 on Nov. 13 in Atlanta. The Jayhawks came in 7-0 at home, with two other games played before friendly fans in nearby Kansas City.

They had barely heard a boo all season.

After an even first half, the teams traded punches to start the second half.

The Buckeyes scored the

Wyatt, Temple shock No. 3 Syracuse 83-79

NEW YORK (AP) — Khalif Wyatt had never been in Madison Square Garden let alone played there.

The Philadelphia native left the building on Saturday after scoring a career-high 33 points and being the key to Temple beating No. 3 Syracuse 83-79 in the first Chevrolet Gotham Classic.

“I always wanted to play here because all the great players had a chance to play here,” the 6-foot-4 senior said. “This was a chance for us to show everyone that Temple is a real program.”

Anthony Lee had a career-high 21 points for the Owls (9-2), who were coming off a 10-point home loss to Canisius.

“I don’t think we would have won today without the loss in the last game,” Temple coach Fran Dunphy said. “Our guys did a great job today. I wish it was worth more than one victory.”

This is the fifth straight season Temple has beaten a top 10 team while being unranked.

The latest win in that stretch game

with the combination of Wyatt from the outside and Lee inside.

“We wanted to go inside and out and that meant me going up strong and fighting for rebounds,” said Lee, who had nine rebounds, five offensive, and worked the baseline again and again against Syracuse’s vaunted zone.

“That’s playing the Temple game.”

Dunphy said Wyatt challenged himself after a poor game against Canisius.

“He made some really good plays when we were struggling to score and had to stay in the game,” Dunphy said.

The Orange led by two at halftime but never took a lead in the second half even though there were four ties, the last at 59-59 with 10:23 to play.

C.J. Fair had a career-high 25 points for Syracuse (10-1), which had its 52game regular-season nonconference winning streak snapped. Jim Boeheim remained at 900 wins, two behind Bob Knight for second place all-time among Division I men’s coaches. Duke’s Mike Krzyzewski has 938 wins.

Wyatt made all 15 of his free throw attempts and Lee was 11 of 14 as the

Owls were 29 of 36 overall.

Syracuse was 19 of 34 from the line including missing four in the final 6 minutes when it was mostly a one-possession game and point guard Michael Carter-Williams finished 7 of 15.

“They made free throws, we didn’t,” Boeheim said. “You don’t like to say it comes down to that, but when you miss 15 free throws it’s tough to win any game.”

Carter-Williams took the heat.

“If I make free throws we win the game,” he said.

Temple hit three 3-pointers in an 113 run that gave it the lead for good.

Scottie Randall started the run with a 3 that broke the 59-all tie. He closed the run with another 3, his only points of the game.

The 3-point line also hurt the Orange, who were 2 of 12 from behind the arc while Temple was 8 of 24.

“It was one of those nights when it wouldn’t fall,” said Fair, whose only 3point attempt of the game brought the Orange within 74-72 with 3:01 left but the Owls went 11 of 15 from the freethrow line over the final 2:30.

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Ohio State's Aaron Craft, right, scrambles for a steal against Kansas' Elijah Jounson during their game, Saturday.

first five points, before Kansas scored the next six.

Each team had to deal with foul trouble, Withey getting his third with 12 minutes left in a close game and the Buckeyes sitting sparkplug Aaron Craft — the Big Ten’s defensive player of the year — after he picked up his third.

The Jayhawks finally forged a lead by holding Ohio State without a field goal for more than 10 minutes of the half. Thomas’ 3pointer with 18:25 left gave Ohio State a 40-37 lead and their next basket — Amir Williams’ bucket

inside off a Thomas assist at the 8:15 mark — cut the Kansas lead to 53-50.

Ahead 56-52 with 7 minutes left, Kansas pulled away thanks to its brilliant leading scorer.

McLemore hit a pair of foul shots and then flipped in a 15-foot jumper that bounced not once, not twice, but three times before falling through. Off an inbounds pass, McLemore then came off a back pick and dunked to push the lead to 62-52 with 5 minutes left.

The Buckeyes never got closer than six points again.

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Prep basketball

Saturday’s Scores

By The Associated Press Boys Basketball Alamogordo 67, Los Lunas 58 Artesia 66, Lovington 41 Bernalillo 76, Kirtland Central 61 Cliff 89, Cobre 54 Clovis 71, Portales 49 Clovis 58, Espanola Valley 49 Gallup 72, Sandia 51 La Cueva 80, Hope Christian 69 Las Cruces 85, Cleveland 63 McCurdy 41, Questa 33 Portales 67, Santa Rosa 46 Roswell 74, Centennial High School 33 Valencia 66, Del Norte 46 Ben Lujan Tournament Mesa Vista 49, Santa Fe Indian 41 Penasco 56, Raton 45 Girls Basketball Deming 60, Onate 54 Gallup 52, Sandia 30 Hope Christian 62, Bernalillo 14 Las Cruces 54, Cleveland 40 Lovington 54, Artesia 42 Mora 50, Santa Rosa 36 Roswell 57, Centennial High School 33 Santa Rosa 89, Monte del Sol 76 West Las Vegas 45, Portales 43 Ben Lujan Tournament Raton 67, Mesa Vista 36 Santa Fe Indian 61, Espanola Valley 48 Santa Fe Indian 41, Taos 28 Socorro 65, Penasco 20

College basketball Spradling helps K-State beat No. 8 Florida 67-61

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Leave it to the kid from suburban Kansas City to help Kansas State finish off a banner day for the college hoops programs that the city calls its own.

Will Spradling had the best game of his career with 17 points, six rebounds and five assists, and the Wildcats upended No. 8 Florida 67-61 on Saturday night. Their win followed No. 9 Kansas’ victory over No. 7 Ohio State and No. 12 Missouri’s win over No. 10 Illinois earlier in the day.

“Whenever you’re shooting it well — you see the ball go through the net — it brings confidence to you and for your team as well,” said Spradling, a junior guard from Overland Park, Kan. “This is probably my best all-around performance that I’ve had.”

No doubt.

Spradling didn’t even commit a turnover in 39 minutes.

Rodney McGruder added 13 points and Jordan Henriquez had nine points and five blocks for the Wildcats (9-2), who watched a 10-point halftime lead evaporate before clamping down against one of the nation’s top defensive teams and then pulling away in the final minutes.

“We were in tune with one another. We wanted this game,” McGruder said. “Our preparation for Florida was great, tremendous. The past couple practices guys were getting after one another.”

Patric Young had 19 points for the Gators (8-2), including two with just over 2 minutes left that got them within 58-55. But

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points and 10 rebounds for the Jackrabbits, who went 10 for 11 from the line down the stretch to preserve their lead.

Chad White added 13 points for South Dakota State and Brayden Carlson had 10.

The Jackrabbits (10-4) led the final 37 minutes of the game after taking the lead with an early 8-0 run.

Wolters’ 3-pointer with 4:49 left in the first half gave South Dakota State its largest lead at 35-23.

But the Lobos (12-1) closed the half with an 11-3 run to trail 38-34 entering the second half.

New Mexico never got closer than three points the rest of the way. Williams, the team’s leading scorer for the season, sat out the first 5:33 after he and fellow starter Chad Adams arrived late.

The Jackrabbits had a 1,220-mile bus ride from their last game Wednesday in Nashville, Tenn., because of the weather. They didn’t arrive until Friday evening.

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that’s when Shane Southwell knocked down a 3 from the corner, and McGruder made two free throws with 1:05 left to create some breathing room.

Kansas State held on from the foul line for its first regular-season, non-conference win over a top 10 team since defeating No. 8 Minnesota on Dec. 21, 1981.

“They were just a step ahead of us, a step quicker. We were late,” Florida coach Billy Donovan said. “We let Spradling get loose several times on 3-point shots. We gave up some offensive rebounds. We had just a couple plays there where we were just late on some things.”

Kenny Boynton and Scott Wilbekin scored 11 each for the Gators, whose only other loss came at then-No. 8 Arizona.

Leading scorer Mike Rosario was held to five points on 1-of-9 shooting.

The Wildcats have been struggling in new coach Bruce Weber’s motion offense, and it showed in sloppy, lackluster losses to No. 2 Michigan and No. 14 Gonzaga. But they finally managed to get it clicking just enough against one of the nation’s premier defenses.

“Just a heck of an effort by our guys,” Weber said. “The thing I challenged them with is we had to compete for 40 minutes, just to give ourselves a chance. Against Michigan, against Gonzaga, we only competed for 20.”

It was defense that ruled this one from the start.

Kansas State built an early lead by turning over Florida twice in the opening minutes, and the Gators responded with a 9-2 surge in which they twice scored off turnovers in transition.

Kansas State eventually settled down on offense.

McGruder’s basket with just under 5 minutes left made it 26-19, and after the Gators’ Michael Frazier curled in a 3-pointer for his only basket, Kansas State rattled off seven more points that helped it take a 33-23 lead into the break.

The lead was built on the Wildcats outdefending the nation’s No. 1 defense.

Arizona State downs Texas Tech 77-62

LUBBOCK, Texas (AP) — Jonathan Gilling and Jahii Carson each scored 18 points to lead Arizona State to a 77-62 win over Texas Tech on Saturday.

Gilling carried the load in the first half, hitting five of his six career-high 3-pointers, and Carson took over after the break with 16 second-half points.

Carrick Felix added 13 points and nine rebounds for the Sun Devils (10-2), and Evan Gordon had 12 points.

Jaye Crockett led the Red Raiders (5-4) with 11 points and nine rebounds. Jordan Tolbert and Josh Gray each added 10 points.

Arizona State led by 15 points with a little over nine minutes left in the first half before the Red Raiders fought back within just four minutes into the second half. The Sun Devils extended the lead back to as many as 17 with 2:32 left in the game.

Saturday’s matchup at Texas Tech was the first road game for Arizona State this season.

Gilling’s family traveled to Lubbock all the way from Denmark to watch him play and he did not disappoint, helping the Sun Devils shoot more than 50 percent (14 for 27) from the 3-point line.

Arizona State made 10 3-pointers in the first half to jump out to a 15-point lead.

Gordon hit 4 of 6 3s before the break.

The Red Raiders struggled from long range, going 3 of 13. Only Dusty Hannahs was able to hit from beyond the arc for Texas Tech. Making his first career start, Hannahs was 3 for 7 from 3-point range and finished with nine points.

Arizona State scored 14 points off of fast breaks, while holding Texas Tech to only two. The Devils also scored 16 points off of turnovers in the second half and limited the Red Raiders to six.

No. 21 UNLV upends Canisius 89-74

LAS VEGAS (AP) — Anthony Bennett

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the game open by winning the second quarter 35-17.

“Everyone got to score and it was a great game,” Mestas said regarding his team’s play. “We got up and down the court.

Everyone got to play a lot of minutes in this game.”

Bryan Barela and Alejandro Ramos led Hagerman with 21 points apiece, while Jessie Rodriguez added 16 for the Bobcats.

Frank Aragonez and Jose Bejarano each poured in 13 for Hagerman.

Girls basketball

Hagerman 47, Loving 45 LOVING — After a tough loss to Dexter on Friday night, the Hagerman girls basketball team rebounded with a

left to do. Remind them of the true meaning of Christmas. Your warm, generous style will help everyone relax. Tonight: Enjoy every moment.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) # # # # You’ll be touched by someone’s caring gesture, and this person will be quite pleased with your reaction. Call a friend or loved one at a distance, and discuss plans to get together in the near future. Tonight: Make it OK to daydream a little.

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Sunday, December 23, 2012

had 21 points and seven rebounds to lead No. 21 UNLV to an 89-74 victory over Canisius on Saturday.

Bennett, one of five Rebels to score in double figures, was 8 of 12 from the field, including three 3-pointers.

Khem Birch, playing in just his third game since becoming eligible for the Rebels (11-1) added 20 points, while Katin Reinhardt had 14 and Bryce Dejean-Jones and Justin Hawkins added 12 apiece.

Canisius (8-3), which had four players score in double figures, was led by Billy Baron’s 30 points. Harold Washington added 17, while Jordan Heath and Isaac Sosa each had 11 points.

After a sluggish start that saw them fall behind 8-3 a little more than three minutes into the game, the Runnin’ Rebels used a 70 run to take the lead and a 14-3 run to take the lead for good.

The Golden Griffins, who were looking for their second straight upset after defeating Temple by 10 in Philadelphia on Wednesday, tried to rally but were thwarted

by UNLV’s transition game.

At the 6:40 mark of the first half the Golden Griffins got within 3, but then Birch hit one of two from the free throw line, Bennett hit a short jumper and Reinhardt went coast-to-coast, put it in and completed the three-point play to put UNLV up by nine at 37-28.

College football

College Football FBS Bowl Glance

By The Associated Press Subject to Change All Times Mountain Saturday, Dec. 15 New Mexico Bowl Arizona 49, Nevada 48 Famous Idaho Potato Bowl Utah State 41, Toledo 15

Thursday, Dec. 20 Poinsettia Bowl At San Diego BYU 23, San Diego St. 6 Friday, Dec. 21 Beef ’O’ Brady’s Bowl At St. Petersburg, Fla. UCF 38, Ball St. 17

Saturday, Dec. 22 New Orleans Bowl Louisiana-Lafayette 43, East Carolina 34 Las Vegas Bowl Boise State 28, Washington 26

Monday, Dec. 24 Hawaii Bowl At Honolulu SMU (6-6) vs. Fresno State (9-3), 6 p.m.

(ESPN)

Wednesday, Dec. 26 Little Caesars Pizza Bowl At Detroit Central Michigan (6-6) vs. Western Kentucky (7-5), 5:30 p.m. (ESPN)

Thursday, Dec. 27 Military Bowl At Washington Bowling Green (8-4) vs. San Jose State (102), 1 p.m. (ESPN) Belk Bowl At Charlotte, N.C. Duke (6-6) vs. Cincinnati (9-3), 4:30 p.m.

(ESPN) Holiday Bowl At San Diego Baylor (7-5) vs. UCLA (9-4), 7:45 p.m.

(ESPN)

Friday, Dec. 28 Independence Bowl At Shreveport, La. Louisiana-Monroe (8-4) vs. Ohio (8-4), Noon (ESPN) Russell Athletic Bowl

road win over Loving on Saturday.

The Bobcats (6-5) got off to a quick start, taking a 15-5 lead after the first quarter. By the half, the Hagerman lead had grown to 14, but Loving won the third quarter 17-8 to make it a five point game heading into the final quarter.

Although the Bobcats lost the fourth quarter 12-9, clutch free-throw shooting allowed them to hold on for the win.

Hager man coach Justin Gossett said that it was a nice win for his team.

“It was (a nice rebound win),” he said. “We came out well and we kept (playing well) until halftime, then we had our third-quarter lull again.

Luckily, we were able to hold it together.”

Lori Gossett paced the Bobcats with 14 points, while Taylor Hamill added 12 for Hagerman.

might be surprised by what happens in the next few weeks.

Tonight: Celebrate, but make it a point to get to bed early.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) ### Your instincts tell you to stay close to home. Between incoming calls and people dropping by, you might end up hosting an impromptu party. If any sign can get into the moment, it is you. A child dominates the scene ... to no one’s surprise.

Tonight: The fun begins in the wee hours.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) #### Make calls, finish errands and drop off a gift or two at a loved one’s place. You might be pushed by a group of friends who want you to join them at the last minute. Remember, there might not be a repeat of this cast of characters in the future. Tonight: Don’t make it too late!

person move through his or her feelings, if possible. Tonight: Make midnight calls to loved ones at a distance.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) # # # Defer to others, as they want control. As a result, you will have less to do. Enjoy being a little lazy and relaxed, as you don't have to be the leader for once.

Deal with a difficult person rather than avoid him or her. Tonight: Go with the flow, but do drop by the mistletoe.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) ### Finish up last-minute details. Get your errands done.

Once you pull everything together, you will be able to relax with a friend or a loved one. You won’t be able to predict what the next 24 hours will bring. Tonight: Come midnight, you’ll touch base with loved ones.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) # # # # You could be pushing someone very hard. Know that you will not be able to convince this person of the rightness of your ways. Give it up, and you

SCOREBOARD

At Orlando, Fla. Virginia Tech (6-6) vs. Rutgers (9-3), 3:30 p.m. (ESPN) Meineke Car Care Bowl At Houston Minnesota (6-6) vs. Texas Tech (7-5), 7 p.m.

(ESPN)

Saturday, Dec. 29 Armed Forces Bowl At Fort Worth, Texas Rice (6-6) vs. Air Force (6-6), 9:45 a.m.

(ESPN) Fight Hunger Bowl At San Francisco Arizona State (7-5) vs. Navy (7-4), 1:15 p.m.

(ESPN2) Pinstripe Bowl At New York Syracuse (7-5) vs. West Virginia (7-5), 1:15 p.m. (ESPN) Alamo Bowl At San Antonio Texas (8-4) vs. Orgeon State (9-3), 4:45 p.m. (ESPN) Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl At Tempe, Ariz.

Michigan State (6-6) vs. TCU (7-5), 8:15 p.m. (ESPN)

Monday, Dec. 31 Music City Bowl At Nashville, Tenn.

Vanderbilt (8-4) vs. N.C. State (7-5), 10 a.m.

(ESPN) Sun Bowl At El Paso, Texas Georgia Tech (6-7) vs. Southern Cal (7-5), Noon (CBS) Liberty Bowl At Memphis, Tenn.

Iowa State (6-6) vs. Tulsa (10-3), 1:30 p.m.

(ESPN) Chick-fil-A Bowl At Atlanta LSU (10-2) vs. Clemson (10-2), 5:30 p.m.

(ESPN)

Tuesday, Jan. 1 Heart of Dallas Bowl At Dallas Purdue (6-6) vs. Oklahoma State (7-5), 10 a.m. (ESPNU) Gator Bowl At Jacksonville, Fla. Mississippi State (8-4) vs. Northwestern (93), 10 a.m. (ESPN2) Capital One Bowl At Orlando, Fla. Georgia (11-2) vs. Nebraska (10-3), 11 a.m.

(ABC) Outback Bowl At Tampa, Fla. South Carolina (10-2) vs. Michigan (8-4), 11 a.m. (ESPN) Rose Bowl At Pasadena, Calif.

Stanford (11-2) vs. Wisconsin (8-5), 3 p.m.

(ESPN) Orange Bowl At Miami Northern Illinois (12-1) vs. Florida State (112), 6:30 p.m. (ESPN)

Wednesday, Jan. 2 Sugar Bowl At New Orleans Florida (11-1) vs. Louisville (10-2), 6:30 p.m.

(ESPN)

Thursday, Jan. 3 Fiesta Bowl At Glendale, Ariz.

Kansas State (11-1) vs. Oregon (11-1), 6:30 p.m. (ESPN)

Friday, Jan. 4 Cotton Bowl At Arlington, Texas Texas A&M (10-2) vs. Oklahoma (10-2), 6 p.m. (FOX)

Saturday, Jan. 5 BBVA Compass Bowl At Birmingham, Ala. Pittsburgh (6-6) vs. Mississippi (6-6), 11 a.m. (ESPN)

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and, by the end of the half, the Coyotes were holding a 30-20 lead.

Centennial was able to hang around at the start of the third quarter as Roswell failed to score for nearly five minutes to start the second half.

While the Coyote offense struggled to find its shooting touch, the defense was clicking on all cylinders. During the scoring drought, Roswell allowed just one point, while forcing six turnovers. Twenty of the Hawks’ 33 points came from the line, something Carpenter said speaks to the quality of his team’s defense.

“They only had 13 points out of their offense and that says a

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Sunday, Jan. 6 GoDaddy.com Bowl At Mobile, Ala. Kent State (11-2) vs. Arkansas State (9-3), 7 p.m. (ESPN)

Monday, Jan. 7 BCS National Championship At Miami Notre Dame (12-0) vs. Alabama (12-1), 6:30 p.m. (ESPN)

Saturday, Jan. 19 East-West Shrine Classic At St. Petersburg, Fla. East vs. West, 2 p.m. (NFLN)

Saturday, Jan. 26 Senior Bowl At Mobile, Ala. North vs. South, TBA (NFLN)

NBA

National Basketball Association At A Glance

By The Associated Press All Times Mountain EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L Pct New York . . . . . . . . . .19 7 .731 Brooklyn . . . . . . . . . . .13 12 .520 Boston . . . . . . . . . . . .13 13 .500 Philadelphia . . . . . . . .13 14 .481 Toronto . . . . . . . . . . . .9 19 .321 Southeast Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L Pct Miami . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 6 .750 Atlanta . . . . . . . . . . . .16 9 .640 Orlando . . . . . . . . . . .12 14 .462 Charlotte . . . . . . . . . . .7 20 .259 Washington . . . . . . . . .3 22 .120 Central Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L Pct Chicago . . . . . . . . . . .15 11 .577 Indiana . . . . . . . . . . . .16 12 .571 Milwaukee . . . . . . . . .14 12 .538 Detroit . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 21 .300 Cleveland . . . . . . . . . .6 23 .207 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L Memphis . . . . . . . . . .18 7 San Antonio . . . . . . . .20 8 Houston . . . . . . . . . . .14 12 Dallas . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 15 New Orleans . . . . . . . .5 22 Northwest Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L Oklahoma City . . . . . .21 5 Minnesota . . . . . . . . .13 11 Denver . . . . . . . . . . . .15 13 Portland . . . . . . . . . . .13 12 Utah . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 14 Pacific Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L L.A. Clippers . . . . . . .20 6 Golden State . . . . . . .18 9 L.A. Lakers . . . . . . . .12 14 Phoenix . . . . . . . . . . .11 16 Sacramento . . . . . . . .8 18

GB — 5 1⁄2 6 6 1⁄2 11

GB — 2 1⁄2 7 12 1⁄2 15 1⁄2

GB — — 1 8 10 1⁄2

Pct GB 1⁄2 .720 .714 — .538 5 .444 7 1⁄2 .185 14 1⁄2

Pct GB .808 — .542 7 .536 7 1 .520 7 ⁄2 .500 8 Pct GB .769 — .667 2 1⁄2 .462 8 .407 9 1⁄2 .308 12

Friday’s Games Philadelphia 99, Atlanta 80 Toronto 93, Orlando 90 Milwaukee 99, Boston 94, OT Chicago 110, New York 106 Indiana 99, Cleveland 89 Detroit 100, Washington 68 Memphis 92, Dallas 82 San Antonio 99, New Orleans 94 Golden State 115, Charlotte 100 L.A. Clippers 97, Sacramento 85 Saturday’s Games Atlanta 92, Chicago 75 Detroit 96, Washington 87 Miami 105, Utah 89 Houston 121, Memphis 96 Indiana 81, New Orleans 75 Cleveland 94, Milwaukee 82 Denver 110, Charlotte 88 Portland 96, Phoenix 93 L.A. Lakers at Golden State, 8:30 p.m.

Sunday’s Games Philadelphia at Brooklyn, 1 p.m.

Minnesota at New York, 3 p.m.

Utah at Orlando, 4 p.m.

Dallas at San Antonio, 5 p.m.

L.A. Clippers at Phoenix, 6 p.m.

Portland at Sacramento, 7 p.m.

lot about our defense,” he said. “It says that we are pretty aggressive and were moving our feet.”

The Coyotes finally got on the board with a second-chance deuce from T if fanie Bolanos, and another of fensive rebound three possessions later led to a pair of free throws from Georgia L ynn Eldridge that pushed the Roswell lead to 13 with 1:28 left in the third.

Centennial didn’t get closer than 13 the rest of the way.

Eldridge led Roswell with 14 points and 13 rebounds, while Brown chipped in with 11 points, five rebounds, two steals, two assists and a block.

Meraz added eight points and three rebounds for the Coyotes. l.foster@rdrnews.com

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NFL

National Football League At A Glance

By The Associated Press All Times Mountain AMERICAN CONFERENCE East . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct y-New England .10 4 0 .714 N.Y. Jets . . . . . . .6 8 0 .429 Miami . . . . . . . . .6 8 0 .429 Buffalo . . . . . . . . .5 9 0 .357 South . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct y-Houston . . . . .12 2 0 .857 Indianapolis . . . . .9 5 0 .643 Tennessee . . . . .5 9 0 .357 Jacksonville . . . .2 12 0 .143 North . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct x-Baltimore . . . . .9 5 0 .643 Cincinnati . . . . . .8 6 0 .571 Pittsburgh . . . . . .7 7 0 .500 Cleveland . . . . . .5 9 0 .357 West . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct y-Denver . . . . . .11 3 0 .786 San Diego . . . . . .5 9 0 .357 Oakland . . . . . . .4 10 0 .286 Kansas City . . . .2 12 0 .143

PF 506 255 264 306

PF 394 309 285 219

PF 348 355 302 280

PF 409 299 263 195

PA 315 320 279 402

PA 280 358 396 383

PA 307 293 291 310

PA 274 312 402 367

NATIONAL CONFERENCE East . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct PF PA Washington . . . . .8 6 0 .571 381 350 Dallas . . . . . . . . .8 6 0 .571 327 338 N.Y. Giants . . . . .8 6 0 .571 373 304 Philadelphia . . . .4 10 0 .286 253 375 South . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct PF PA y-Atlanta . . . . . . .13 2 0 .867 402 277 New Orleans . . . .6 8 0 .429 389 379 Tampa Bay . . . . .6 8 0 .429 354 349 Carolina . . . . . . .5 9 0 .357 296 319 North . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct PF PA y-Green Bay . . .10 4 0 .714 344 292 Minnesota . . . . . .8 6 0 .571 319 308 Chicago . . . . . . . .8 6 0 .571 321 240 Detroit . . . . . . . . .4 11 0 .267 348 411 West . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct PF PA x-San Francisco .10 3 1 .750 357 218 Seattle . . . . . . . . .9 5 0 .643 350 219 St. Louis . . . . . . .6 7 1 .464 258 315 Arizona . . . . . . . .5 9 0 .357 224 302 x-clinched playoff spot y-clinched division Saturday’s Game Atlanta 31, Detroit 18 Sunday’s Games Tennessee at Green Bay, 11 a.m.

Indianapolis at Kansas City, 11 a.m.

New Orleans at Dallas, 11 a.m.

Minnesota at Houston, 11 a.m.

Oakland at Carolina, 11 a.m.

Buffalo at Miami, 11 a.m.

Cincinnati at Pittsburgh, 11 a.m.

New England at Jacksonville, 11 a.m.

Washington at Philadelphia, 11 a.m.

St. Louis at Tampa Bay, 11 a.m.

San Diego at N.Y. Jets, 11 a.m.

Cleveland at Denver, 2:05 p.m.

Chicago at Arizona, 2:25 p.m.

N.Y. Giants at Baltimore, 2:25 p.m.

San Francisco at Seattle, 6:20 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 30 Jacksonville at Tennessee, 11 a.m.

Green Bay at Minnesota, 11 a.m.

Carolina at New Orleans, 11 a.m.

N.Y. Jets at Buffalo, 11 a.m.

Miami at New England, 11 a.m.

Baltimore at Cincinnati, 1 a.m.

Cleveland at Pittsburgh, 11 a.m.

Houston at Indianapolis, 11 a.m.

Philadelphia at N.Y. Giants, 11 a.m.

Dallas at Washington, 11 a.m.

Chicago at Detroit, 11 a.m.

Tampa Bay at Atlanta, 11 a.m.

Oakland at San Diego, 2:25 p.m.

Arizona at San Francisco, 2:25 p.m.

St. Louis at Seattle, 2:25 p.m.

Kansas City at Denver, 2:25 p.m.

End of Regular Season

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Saturday’s Sports Transactions

By The Associated Press BASEBALL American League BALTIMORE ORIOLES — Agreed to terms with INF Adam Greenberg on a minor league contract.

BOSTON RED SOX — Assigned RHP Pedro Beato outright to Pawtucket (IL).

HOUSTON ASTROS — Assigned 3B Brandon Laird and OF Che-Hsuan Lin outright to Oklahoma City (PCL).

FOOTBALL National Football League HOUSTON TEXANS — Signed S Eddie Pleasant from the practice squad.

TV SPORTSWATCH

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By The Associated Press All times Mountain Schedule subject to change and/or blackouts.

Sunday, Dec. 23 MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL 9:30 p.m.

ESPN2 — Diamond Head Classic, semifinal, teams TBD, at Honolulu NFL FOOTBALL 11 a.m.

CBS — Regional coverage FOX — Regional coverage, doubleheader 2 p.m.

CBS — Regional coverage 2:25 p.m.

FOX — Regional coverage, doubleheader game 6:20 p.m.

NBC — San Francisco at Seattle

Monday, Dec. 24 COLLEGE FOOTBALL 6 p.m.

ESPN — Hawaii Bowl at Honolulu, Fresno St. vs. SMU

Adams finally gets his chance at playoffs B4 Sunday, December 23, 2012

DENVER (AP) — He was a veteran deemed expendable by his old team when the Denver Broncos came calling, figuring a dose of veteran savvy in the backfield might help them get where they were trying to go.

Unlike Peyton Manning, however, str ong safety Mike Adams didn’t know how to navigate the road to the Super Bowl. In fact, he had never even been to the playoffs.

The ninth-year veteran spent five of those years with the Cleveland Browns, a team in a nearconstant state of turmoil, rebuilding, hiring, firing and, of course, losing.

On Sunday, it will be Adams going against his old team, which is guaranteed another losing record, while his new team is taking him on his first ride to the playof fs, with many signs pointing toward a deep run.

Adams still has many

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good friends in Cleveland.

But this is football. It’s a business. And like Manning, Adams is in his 30s.

He knows he doesn’t have that many more chances at a Super Bowl ring.

“I don’t feel sorry for them at all,” Adams said.

“Ever since I got ther e, they’ve been trying to r ebuild. At some point, you just move forwar d.

But that’s them. I’m here.

It’s dif fer ent now. I’m happy. I’m content.”

The Broncos (11-3) have had their playof f spot wrapped up for thr ee weeks now and are looking at bigger things. They are slotted into the No. 2 seed in the AFC and with a win over Cleveland (5-9) and next week against an even worse team, Kansas City, they’ll have a first-round bye in the playoffs.

The Br oncos ar e on a roll: Nine-game winning streak, only team in the league with offense (fifth) and defense (fourth) each

ranked in the top f ive.

Heck, they even resolved one of their few weaknesses — tur novers — last week, going without one for the first time in 21 games, including the playoffs. Their turnover margin is now even after languishing in the red most of the season.

Their goal of showing improvement every week has, by almost all measures, been reached. What mor e could ther e be to improve upon?

“What’s the dif ference between getting better and getting a lot better?” said Manning, who last week surpassed 4,000 yar ds passing for the 12th time in his car eer. “It’s just improvement. You want to improve and you want to try to keep winning at the same time.”

With Manning setting the tone, the Broncos have shown a remarkably disciplined penchant for staying on point, not looking

In this Dec. 16 file photo, Cleveland’s Brandon Weeden (3) scrambles to avoid Washington’s

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In this Dec. 16 file photo, Denver’s Peyton Manning (18) leads a team huddle along the sidelines during the second half of the Broncos’ game against Baltimore.

ahead and tr eating the next team on the schedule like the ’72 Dolphins no matter what the record. In most cases, that record hasn’t been good. During the nine-game winning streak, the Broncos have beaten only two teams that currently have winning records. Last week’s 34-17 win over Baltimore (9-5) was one of the few true litmus tests during the stretch. The Browns?

Well, they had won three in a row before last week’s 38-21 loss to Washington.

“I’ve said all year long, we don’t look at teams’ r ecor ds, we look at the tape and they’r e very capable,” coach John Fox said, repeating one of his most-used bromides.

And, in fact, there are signs that Cleveland could be building for a brighter future.

With two games to go, Brandon Weeden, a quar-

Saints visit Cowboys with quieter Payton talk

IRVING, Texas (AP) — The New Orleans Saints visit Cowboys Stadium for the first time Sunday, just a few miles from the home where suspended coach Sean Payton waits to return from a yearlong ban with a voided contract that sparked speculation about him replacing Jason Garrett in Dallas.

If these teams had played in early November, there wouldn’t have been anything else worth discussing. The Cowboys changed that by winning five of six games to regain control of their playoff hopes, and the Saints aren’t totally done yet.

“Our mindset around here is that we always control our own destiny,” Garrett said.

“We put ourselves in a position right now that everything we want is still in front of us. But we’re still focused on the task at hand and that is the New Orleans Saints.”

Garrett dodged a few questions Wednesday about those November days when the Cowboys were 3-5 and a report surfaced that the league had scrapped Payton’s contract because it objected to an out clause in the deal.

The buzz, while ignoring the obvious New Orleans reaction that it intended simply to re-sign Payton, was grounded in logic: If Payton’s a free agent, then why wouldn’t he want to return to a place where he was a highly regarded assistant and restore America’s Team to greatness?

The week that story hit, the Cowboys started winning again, which is why most of the questions for Garrett in the days leading the Saints game have been about football. Like, how about that three-game winning streak?

“I ignored it all,” Dallas offensive lineman Mackenzy Bernadeau said of the Payton talk. “I don’t think anybody was concerned about it, worried about it. We just focused on playing the next game.”

The Cowboys had to focus

on a whole new set of priorities after practice squad linebacker Jerry Brown died Dec. 8 in a one-car accident that led to intoxication manslaughter charges against teammate and close friend Josh Brent.

Suddenly, Dallas was trying to figure out how to just get through a game that kicked off in Cincinnati less than 24 hours after the players found out Brown was dead. The Cowboys won 2019 on a field goal by Dan Bailey as time expired, and Bailey ended the game on a kick again a week later in a 27-24 overtime win against Pittsburgh.

By finding ways to win, the Cowboys (8-6) are tied for first in the NFC East and will take the division if they beat the Saints and win their finale at Washington.

“I can only imagine what the organization has been through and certainly the team,” Saints quarterback Drew Brees said. “I guess you can do one of two things. It can cause you to kind of go backward or it can motivate you to move forward and kind of honor the memory of the person that you lost.”

The Saints (6-8) probably didn’t figure to have even slight playoff hopes when an 0-4 start followed a tumultuous offseason that included a yearlong suspension for linebacker Jonathan Vilma and shorter bans for other current and former players.

Vilma appealed and remained eligible to play, although he missed the first five games with a knee injury.

Vilma returned during a stretch of five wins in six games that got New Orleans to .500, but another threegame skid left the Saints with remote playoff hopes.

New Orleans bounced back again last weekend, though, getting the team’s first shutout in 17 years out of the NFL’s worst defense in a 41-0 win over Tampa Bay. “I’m never going to make

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In this Dec. 16 file photo, Dallas’ Tony Romo leaves the field after a 27-24 overtime win over Pittsburgh.

excuses,” Brees said. “We took the hand that we were dealt and we tried to make the most of it. I think we learned a lot along the way, we learned a lot about ourselves. Unfortunately, we didn’t meet our level of expectations on a few occasions.”

Both teams lean on their quarterbacks — and have rough losses to show for it.

Brees had five interceptions without a touchdown in a 23-13 loss to Atlanta three weeks ago that made the playoff path much tougher.

Tony Romo’s problem was early in the season, when he had five interceptions against Chicago and four more against the New York Giants during Dallas’ 3-5 start.

Here’s what happens when their stars don’t make mistakes, though. Brees threw for four touchdowns without an interception in last week’s blowout, and Romo has 12 touchdowns and three picks during the Cowboys’ current 5-1 stretch. Dez Bryant has been a big part of Romo’s recent

roll, catching touchdowns in a career -best six straight games in his first 1,000-yard season.

“You keep plugging and stay aggressive and you know that things are going to turn for the positive,” said Brees, whose 18 interceptions are four off his career high. “Hopefully they’ll continue to turn for the positive this game and our last game and hopefully we’ve got something after that. Even though the chances are slim, we’re going to fight like heck to make the most out of it.”

Brees figures Payton will be watching on TV from Westlake, the Dallas suburb where he has a home. And Brees believes Payton will be watching his future team: the Saints. He never bought into the Payton-to-Dallas talk because he’s always believed the coach he shares a Super Bowl trophy with wants to win another one in New Orleans.

“He’s always with us,” Brees said, “even though we haven’t been able to talk and communicate with him.”

terback the Broncos considered drafting had the Manning deal not worked out, has 3,281 yards — seventh most of any rookie in NFL history.

Meanwhile, rookie running back Trent Richardson, the third pick in the draft, has 11 rushing touchdowns, surpassing the rookie record set by another fairly famous Brown — Jim Brown.

Coach Pat Shur mur, who may be coaching his last games in Cleveland, is being careful of setting up the Broncos as a measuring stick for his team. The Br owns ar e 13-point underdogs.

“You add ’em up at the end and you decide how the year went,” Shurmur said. “Unfortunately, we’re one of 20 teams that won’t be in the playoffs, so what we need to do is make this the best week of preparation we can, and we need

to get on a plane and play winning football.”

Over his eight years before arriving in Denver, Adams was only part of one winning team — the 2007 Browns, who went 10-6 but missed the playof fs. The last time he played for a championship was when he was the captain of the University of Delaware team that won the Division I-AA title.

That was in 2003.

He’s hoping for another kind of championship in February 2013.

“We dream of the confetti coming down,” Adams said. “Going a whole career and not going to the playof fs, sometimes you try to set goals a little lower. You say, ‘I hope I make the playof fs now.’

But now that we’re going to the playof fs, now the goals are set higher, especially for this team.”

Redskins, Eagles no longer going same way PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Only five weeks ago, the Washington Redskins and Philadelphia Eagles both were teams heading nowhere.

The Eagles stayed on that path, but the Redskins took a surprise detour.

Led by Robert Griffin III and fellow rookie quarterback Kirk Cousins — for the last four-plus quarters — the Redskins (8-6) have won five straight games to move into a three-way tie for first place in the NFC East. If Washington wins the last two, the division title returns to the nation’s capital for the first time since 1999.

First, the Redskins have to get past Philadelphia (4-10) on Sunday. Despite their record, the Eagles have played better in recent weeks. All they’ve got left is being a spoiler.

“I’m not really happy the way any of it is turning out,” tight end Brent Celek said. “Us being the spoiler, we can do that.

They’re going to be ready to go when they come in here because they’ve got playoffs in their minds.

We’re going to have to be geared up and ready to stop them.”

Like the Redskins, the Eagles also were 3-6 entering their meeting at FedEx Field on Nov. 18.

They got whipped 31-6 for the sixth of their eight straight losses.

“We’d like to be in the other situation where we’re fighting for the division,” rookie quarterback Nick Foles said. “The season hasn’t gone the way we wanted it to, but we

still have the opportunity to play two more games and we just want to go out there and give our best versus Washington and we want to win.”

Foles made his first NFL start in that lopsided loss to the Redskins last month. Filling in for an injured Michael Vick, his inexperience showed. But Foles has improved in the past five games, though he took a step backward last week against Cincinnati after an impressive performance in a comeback win over Tampa Bay on Dec. 9.

“He’s more comfortable in the overall scheme,” coach Andy Reid said.

“Some of the biggest challenges for quarterbacks in this offense is making sure that you get your drop right with each route and what’s presented to you defensively. So, I think he’s more comfortable with that and the more reps he gets, he’ll be even better at it. But I'd tell you, from that first goaround, he’s just more comfortable in the scheme.”

Vick will be back for the first time since he sustained a concussion against Dallas on Nov. 11.

But the four -time Pro Bowl quarterback will be No. 3 behind Foles and backup Trent Edwards.

At least Vick can get a close-up view of RG3, who is even more dynamic than he was in his prime.

Vick may be the greatest running QB of all-time, but Griffin's spectacular all-around play surpasses him already.

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PITTSBURGH (AP) — NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell wants the league to consider expanding the playoffs.

Consider the Pittsburgh Steelers and Cincinnati Bengals a litmus test.

The official postseason doesn’t start for another two weeks, but the AFC North rivals are getting an early start on Sunday in what amounts to an elimination game. The Steelers (7-7) need two wins to play into January while the Bengals (8-6) need at least one more victory to assure themselves a rare second straight playoff berth.

Cincinnati hasn’t made consecutive postseason appearances since 1981-82, or before all but five players on the current roster were even born.

“We can’t control the

past,” wide receiver A.J. Green said.

Maybe, but the Bengals control the present. They’ve won five out of six — the only loss coming on a lastsecond field goal loss to Dallas — and can still capture the AFC North title with victories over the Steelers and Ravens and a little help.

Heady territory for a franchise that has spent most of the last two decades serving as both a national punching bag for its two main rivals, though the Bengals are downplaying the chance to make a statement against teams considered part of the NFL’s elite.

“It’s not as much about Pittsburgh as it is about us,” left tackle Andrew Whitworth said. “We’ve got an opportunity to go to the playoffs.”

Amazingly, the Steelers do too, despite their second-worst stretch in coach Mike Tomlin’s six years on the job. Pittsburgh has dropped four of five, including baffling losses to Cleveland and San Diego. Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has been nursing a sprained shoulder and the nagging perception he and offensive coordinator Todd Haley won’t be exchanging Christmas cards.

Roethlisberger vented about the direction of the offense after a 27-24 overtime loss to Dallas last weekend, though he backtracked a few days later and Tomlin insisted his franchise cornerstone and his fiery coordinator are on the same page.

Maybe, but the latest dust-up offered another chapter in an increasingly

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In this Dec. 13 file photo, Cincinnati’s Andy Dalton rushes down the field in the second half of the Bengals’ game against Philadelphia.

long series of melodramas that have evaporated the sense of optimism following a 24-20 victory over the New York Giants on Nov. 4 that appeared to cement the notion the Steelers were back after a slow start.

Wide receiver Mike Wallace, in the midst of a contract season, was booed lustily after poor play against the Chargers, a loss running back Rashard Mendenhall didn’t even bother to show up for after being made inactive. Tomlin suspended Mendenhall a game for conduct detrimental to the team, though the mercurial back hardly seemed remorseful upon his return this week.

Throw in the ongoing saga of Roethlisberger and Haley and it’s no wonder things appear worse than they actually are in a place known for stability and sustained success.

“I don’t know what it is this year or what we’ve done to make people feel like everything we’ve done isn’t football mistakes, it’s off the field mistakes when that’s not the case,” Wallace said. “We feel like everybody is locked in.”

The Steelers don’t really have a choice if they want to salvage their season.

Pittsburgh has won five straight over Cincinnati — including a 24-17 win on Oct. 21 — and 10 of the

last 12 meetings dating back to 2006. While cautioning they’re not taking things for granted, playing and winning meaningful games in December is nothing new for the Steelers.

Cincinnati, not so much.

“I think that a lot of the guys in this locker room have ‘been there before’ and understand this is a playoff game for us,” Roethlisberger said. “It does help us.”

Pittsburgh may need some help fending off a team that appears to be learning on the fly. The Bengals appeared out of it at the midway point, dropping to 3-5 after getting whipped by the Broncos on Nov. 11.

Giants, Ravens seek to 49ers try to claim NFC regain that winning feeling West vs. surging Seahawks

In this Dec. 16 file photo, Pittsburgh’s Ben Roethlisberger (7) passes the ball during the first half of the Steelers’ game against Dallas.

BAL TIMORE (AP) — The New York Giants have enough problems of their own to consider those of the Baltimore Ravens, who have lost three straight and are carrying an injured list that includes a halfdozen key players.

New York (8-6) has dropped four of six to fall into a three-way tie atop the NFC East.

The skid includes a humbling 34-0 defeat in Atlanta last week.

So forgive the Giants for ignoring the plight of the Ravens, their opponent Sunday in a duel between two teams desperate for a victory.

“It’s hard for me to say what situation that Baltimore is in,” New York coach Tom Coughlin said. “I’m still stuck on our situation, and ours has been a year of inconsistency where we look as if we can play against anybody, and then we stub our toes.

“When we do that, we seem to — as in last weekend — embarrass ourselves. I really couldn’t comment on Baltimore. I just know we’re trying to achieve a high level of play at this time of the year, because it’s so absolutely critical for us.”

The Giants were 7-7 last season before winning their final two games and putting together a playoff push that ended with a Super Bowl win over New England. New York hopes to duplicate that formula this year, but there is no guarantee of an encore.

“Yeah, we’ve done it before, but this is a totally different year,” defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul said. “We don’t have the same guys on the team as last year. You don’t know what the outcome will be. We have to go out this Sunday and play our hearts out and hopefully the next weekend, the game after that against the Eagles, and get in the playoffs. Each game right now is a must-win game for us. We put that on ourselves, and that’s a consequence of it.”

Instead of considering their accomplishment of last season, the Giants can draw strength from their lopsided victories this year over some very good teams — including San Francisco (26-3) and Green Bay (38-10).

“Our confidence will come from the players that we have in this locker room, our character, our preparation, our coaches giving us a great game plan and the fact that we know we can go out there and play at a high level,” quarterback Eli Manning said.

Unlike the Giants, Baltimore (9-5) already is assured a place in the postseason, at this point as a wild-card entrant.

The Ravens once appeared a shoo-in to win the AFC North, but their lead has dwindled to a single game over Cincinnati.

A pair of three-point losses to Pittsburgh and Washington was followed by a 34-17 blowout loss to Denver last week, leaving Baltimore in danger of losing four straight

for the first time since 2007.

“We dug this hole we’re in. We can’t blame anybody but ourselves,” safety Bernard Pollard said. “It’s about time that we get this thing right, on both sides of the ball.”

Pollard missed last week’s game with a chest injury and is iffy for Sunday. Baltimore may also be without guard Marshal Yanda (ankle), wide receiver Torrey Smith (concussion), running back Bernard Pierce (concussion) and linebacker Dannell Ellerbe (ankle). Linebacker Jameel McClain was declared out for the year Monday with a bruised spinal cord, and the Ravens are still waiting to see if linebacker Ray Lewis will return from a torn right triceps that has kept him sidelined since Oct. 14.

With all that going on, the Ravens haven’t had time to break down what the Giants must do to reach the postseason.

“I really have not given their playoff situation one iota of thought,” coach John Harbaugh said.

“They took a shellacking last week, we took a shellacking as well,” Pollard said.

“We can’t worry about what happened with them. We can’t worry about whether they’re struggling or not because we have our own struggles. Everybody sees it. This is the National Football League. When they see you’re not good at something, they’re going to attack. And for us as a team, we’re not good at a lot of things right now.

We’ve been exposed. Now we’ve got to go back to work and figure out how to fix it.

It’s coming to the playoffs, so we’ve got to hit our stride.”

A win over the defending NFL champions would be a huge step in the right direction.

The Ravens have been trying for three weeks to wrap up the division title, and unlike last week — when they backed into the playoffs by virtue of Pittsburgh losing — they’d like to win the AFC North all on their own.

“That would be huge for us,” defensive tackle Haloti Ngata said. “We’ve been losing these past couple weeks but making the playoffs, it’s kind of crazy. It would be a lot better if we could do it ourselves.”

If that happens, then perhaps the Ravens can become this year’s version of the 2011 Giants.

“No matter how you get in, it’s always the team who gets hot right about now,” running back Ray Rice said. “You look at the New York Giants — they got hot right about right now, and they went ahead and won the thing last year. No team has to be perfect right now, but if you go in there and start executing and you start playing that good football, you never know what can happen.”

SEATTLE (AP) — Dynamic young quarterbacks. Bullying running backs. Rocksolid defenses. Coaches who don’t much like each other.

Throw in playoff implications and no wonder the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks were given a prime-time showcase.

“There is something about them, man.

They’re basically the same team as us and I just hate that fact,” Seattle safety Kam Chancellor said.

The 49ers and Seahawks’ fierce rivalry will be in full view before a national TV audience on Sunday night. And the stakes are high.

San Francisco (10-3-1) needs one win in its final two games to clinch a second straight NFC West title. Nearly 20 years ago was the last time the 49ers claimed consecutive division crowns, and wins the final two weeks would assure San Francisco at least the No. 2 seed and a first-round playoff bye.

Seattle (9-5) needs one victory to clinch at least a wild-card berth. Two wins and an unlikely San Francisco loss in the finale against Arizona would give the Seahawks the division title, although hopes of a division crown all but ended when the 49ers held on to beat New England last week.

Sunday night provides an opportunity

for Seattle to prove its legitimacy. The Seahawks’ three consecutive wins and two 50-point outbursts caught the NFL’s attention. But those three victories came against fading Chicago, Arizona and Buffalo.

Beat the 49ers and Seattle becomes one of those teams no one in the NFC wants to see in the postseason.

“In December you want to be the hot team,” San Francisco running back Frank Gore said. “We know that if we get the win we can win the division. They’ve been playing great. I think they got better as a team each week since they played us. We want to claim the division and the playoffs.”

The 49ers must avoid any letdown from last week’s wild 41-34 win at New England and solve Seattle’s impenetrable homefield advantage. The Seahawks are 6-0 at home, their last loss at CenturyLink Field coming in Week 16 of 2011 to the 49ers.

It’ll be Colin Kaepernick’s first venture into the loudest environment in the NFL, another chance for Seattle QB Russell Wilson to strengthen his late-season surge into top offensive rookie consideration, and another meeting between coaches Pete Carroll and Jim Harbaugh.

“It feels good to know that you’re playing for something,” 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis said.

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Crowd-funding draws donations for Sandy relief

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WASHINGTON (AP) — In the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy, some who lost their homes or businesses have tur ned to crowd-funding websites to elicit a faster and more direct response than they could expect from the gover nment or traditional charities.

While Congress considers a $60 billion disaster aid package for the storm victims, hundreds of them have gotten quicker results by creating personalized fundraising campaigns on sites including GoFundMe, IndieGoGo and HelpersUnite. These individual ef forts have totaled a few million dollars — enough to show the funding model can work.

GoFundMe leads the way with $1.3 million raised by about 320 individual campaigns from more than 14,000 donors.

Crowd-funded cam-

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William Smith

William Edward (Bill, “Tuffy”) Smith, 63, passed away at Casa Maria Health Care Center on Dec. 15, 2012, after struggling with cancer for the third time.

He was born to Edward I. Smith and Mary Ellen (Childers) Smith on June 4, 1949, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Roswell.

Bill attended Hagerman Municipal Schools, and graduated with the Class of 1967. He played tenor sax in the HHS Bobcat Marching Band. His high school honors included a prestigious math award, recognizing his placement in the 99th percentile nationwide.

Although usually a good student, he and several male classmates sometimes deliberately “neglected” to stay at school all day!

Bill was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Hagerman. After high school, Bill attended the University of Texas in Austin for two years. While at college, he drove a school bus and worked part time at various jobs.

His professional career reflected his various talents. Bill drove trucks —

paigns have also been started in recent days to benefit families affected by the school shooting that killed 26 in Connecticut, though those efforts are on a smaller scale than those that benefit the thousands hit by Sandy.

“There’s always going to be some sort of gap between when a storm or natural disaster or accident or tragedy happens and when larger organizations can step in and help, whether that’s an insurance company or FEMA or what have you,” said Brad Damphousse, CEO of San Diego-based GoFundMe. “Our users get their money as it comes in, and donors know exactly where the money is going.”

By comparison, the Red Cross has more than $200 million in donations and pledges for Sandy — which includes donations through crowdsourcing

hauling hay, delivering gasoline and taking thirdclass mail from the East Coast to California. He was employed by Madsen Trucking, of Roswell, and Coastal Transport, of Artesia and Phoenix. For a number of years, Bill ran a delivery route for Alco, servicing several stores in the Texas/New Mexico district. Bill also tended bar, helping to open The Establishment in Roswell, working at The Oil Patch in Odessa, Texas, and the MGM Grand in Reno, Nev. While living temporarily in Laughlin, Nev., he dealt black jack and drove a city bus.

On Dec. 31, 1981, in Roswell, Bill married Patsy Patterson Gavazza, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his father Ed Smith; his mother Mary (nicknamed “Indian Mary”) Smith; his stepmother Peggy Smith; his paternal grandmother Maude Hardin; and numerous aunts, uncles and other relatives.

Bill is survived by his two sisters, Deborah Huckabee, of Hagerman, and Billye Turner, of Bend, Ore.; four nieces, Priscilla (Jim) Hedin, of Holly, Mich., Patricia Barnett, of Cincinnati, and Pamela Barnett (Roy Sanchez) and Peggye Barnett (Richard Peralta), of Hagerman; four greatnieces, Jessie Hedin, of Garden City, Kan., Kayla (Will) Perkins, of Johnson City, Tenn., and Kimberlee Sanchez and Nickye Barnett-Peralta, of Hagerman; and three great-nephews, Payte Hedin, of Holly, and Alfonso Sanchez and Jamie Barnett-Peralta, of Hagerman.

He is also survived by Patsy’s three children, Lori (William “Hub”) Coker and Cheryl (Frank) Gatlin, of Roswell, and Steve Gavazza, of Califor nia. Other family members left behind are grandchildren, Michael (Patricia) Gavazza, Christopher Gavazza, Sarah (Carlos) Pacheco, Cathleen Coker (Daniel) Gladu, Michelle (Shane) Talbert, Autumn (Paniel) Arguello, David, Kevin, Robert and Christiana Coker, Emmalee

website CrowdRise — and the Federal Emergency Management Agency said this month it has distributed about $2 billion in aid to 11 states struck by Sandy. Successful applicants can receive up to $31,900 from FEMA for home repairs, though lawmakers have said it’s often not enough to rebuild.

Using GoFundMe, Doreen Moran set out to raise about $5,000 for her friend Kathy Levine of Long Beach, N.Y. Moran said she had been sick but wanted to do something to help after Sandy’s destruction. So she set up a page on GoFundMe, linked her Facebook page and started spreading the word. She had a birthday coming up but asked for gifts for her friend, instead of for herself.

Moran has raised more than $15,000 in a month and has been posting pictures of repair work that has begun.

The crowd-funding site HelpersUnite considers its personal fundraising campaigns as secondary to the Red Cross or FEMA relief efforts. A percentage of each donation can be directed to a charity of the donor’s choice, such as the Red Cross. The site’s chairman, Steve Temes, said its model of fundraising can help victims cover costs that aren’t paid by insurance or government aid. The site didn’t immediately provide a total for its Sandy-related campaigns.

IndieGoGo’s site says

Ausman-Gavazza and Raymond Ausman-Gavazza.

Bill was great-grandpa to Heaven, Hannah and Cameron Gavazza; Connie, Caitlin and Caleb Pacheco; Kylee Clements and Gaga Gladu; James Talbert; and Christopher, Patricia, Isabella and Justin Arguello.

“Uncle Bill” is well characterized by the following thoughts from his niece, Peggye Barnett, “I will miss your sense of humor, your sense of what Right looks like, your giving heart, your endless knowledge of the old school rockers, the way you shuffled your feet, your never wavering (“the glass is always a little over halffull”) optimism, and the way you captured the world frame-by-frame. Say hello to all our loved ones who went before you and let me know if it’s as peaceful there as you imagined Machu Picchu. If you are ever again in Vegas and you see a vampire, remember the laughter! I love you and I will miss the tomorrows we won’t have! PS: Use lots of shaving cream.”

He chose to be cremated and made special arrangements with his family for the disposition of his remains. A memorial celebration of Bill’s life will be held during the summer of 2013, with exact plans to be announced later.

Condolences can be made online at lagronefuneralchapels.com.

Arrangements are under the personal directions of the professionals at LaGrone Funeral Chapel.

$965,443 has been raised through 161 Sandy campaigns.

Sandy represents a breakthrough for the charitable model since it’s the first major disaster since the sites were set up and is expected to be the biggest domestic relief effort since Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

The charitable sites are modeled after Kickstarter, the top crowd-funding site in traf fic and volume, though Kickstarter is devoted to films, music and other creative projects. The pioneering site launched in 2009 can’t be used to raise money for individuals to spend on themselves.

Still, those who monitor charities advise would-be donors to exercise extreme caution when choosing whether to donate to an individual’s page. The Department of Justice also has issued cautionary notes about the tendency for abuse after a disaster.

Charity watchdog Charity Navigator said crowdfunding sites are ripe for abuse.

“We think that it’s a crapshoot,” said Ken Berger, president of Charity Navigator. “If you know the person personally and you can eyeball the effort, that really is the only way that I think you mitigate your tremendous risk.”

Otherwise, the group recommends giving to a charity with a demonstrable track record, Berger said.

The rise in crowd-fund-

ing may be a response to notions that some charities are inefficient, but for every bad charity, there are many good ones, Berger said.

Damphousse said GoFundMe has several safeguards to ensure campaigns related to Sandy are legitimate. His team is constantly monitoring accounts, looking for signs of fraud or abuse. Users must link their campaigns to their accounts on Facebook — which itself works constantly to verify users’ identities. And they must raise at least $100 in online payments from friends or family before being listed on the public search directory.

Donors make online payments through WePay in the United States or through PayPal internationally. The funds are delivered directly into a payment account for those seeking help. Then they link their bank accounts to the payment sites to withdraw the funds. The funds can arrive within three to five days, or checks can be cut within a week. Damphousse said the payment sites are skilled at detecting risky transactions.

GoFundMe charges a 5 percent fee from each transaction for the service.

Successful campaigns typically start with friends and family, spread through acquaintances and draw only sparingly from complete strangers, he said.

Initial donations give a

Klye Glass.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory. An online registry can be accessed at ballardfuneralhome.com.

Lupe S. Martinez

Tricia Kay Glass

Funeral services are scheduled for 2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2012, at Ballard Funeral Home, for Tricia Kay Glass, 37, who passed away at Easter n New Mexico Medical Center on Dec. 19, 2012.

Burial will follow in South Park Cemetery.

T ricia was bor n in Roswell, Feb. 20, 1975, to Trinidad T. Lopez and Marcella Morales. She was preceded in death by her father Trinidad, and her sister Tammy Lopez.

She is survived by her mother Marcella Morales; husband Ted Glass; son Zebadiah Montano; daughter McKynzie Glass; brother T rinidad Lopez; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Tricia was a member of the Assembly of God Church. She loved to babysit, drive her car, fix her hair, and take care of her husband.

Pallbearers will be Trini Lopez, Preston Marsh, Albert Morales, Bobby Glass, Tommy Glass and

Lupe S. Martinez was called home to be with Our Lord on Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2012.

Lupe had a great passion for people and it showed by the many friends he had and the missions he served in his church and the community. Yet his concer n was for people to know Christ and the power of Salvation through Him. He was born in Carlsbad, Aug. 27, 1948, to Ricardo and Maria Martinez, and was raised in Dexter. He was employed at Glacier Technologies the past two years. He was a licensed funeral director/embalmer for more than 40 years, and loved serving families in their time of need. During this time he served families in Roswell, Las Vegas, N.M., Santa Fe, and El Paso, Texas.

He was preceded in death by his four brothers and two sisters.

campaign credibility, or “social proof,” he said.

Then friends and family can ask their friends for support as well through Facebook, Twitter or email.

Some who lack power or Internet access have had friends set up their campaigns.

For Phyllis Puglia of Staten Island, N.Y., who lost her home and belongings, crowd funding has meant about $52,000 in support after her cousin, Josetta Maurer launched a campaign. Maurer created a page to tell Puglia’s story online. It was later featured on NBC’s “Rock Center.” Her initial fundraising goal was just $15,000.

The Good Fork restaurant in New York City’s Red Hook neighborhood has raised more than $53,000 through GoFundMe after telling how water filled the restaurant’s basement and continued up to the dining room.

Donors often leave comments of support on the fundraising sites.

“We’re seeing individuals taking care of one another before some of these bigger organizations can get involved,” Damphousse said. “The process of giving is just so much more intimate and impactful sometimes than just throwing money into a larger organization and being unaware of where that money might be used.”

Lupe is survived by his loving wife Olivia; son Joe (Leslie); grandson Angel Jose; sisters, Agapita Munoz (Apolonio), Lillie Montoya (Frank), Elvira Medrano (Reynaldo) and Helen Cabrera (Antonio Elias); brother Roy Martinez; three brothers-inlaw, five sisters-in-law and several nephews and nieces whom he loved dearly.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012, at Eastwood Church of Christ. 10104 Album St., El Paso, Texas.

Cremation followed, with burial in norther n New Mexico.

Services entrusted to Martin Funeral Home Central, 3839 Montana Ave., El Paso, Texas 79903, FunerariaDelAngelMartin.com.

Prof. Frank H. H. King

Services are pending at Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory for Prof. Frank H. H. King, 86, who passed away Saturday, Dec. 22, 2012, in Roswell. A further announcement will be made once arrangements have been finalized.

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BY VONNIE GOSS GUEST REVIEWER

How can only five musically talented gentlemen provide a completely wonderful afternoon of delightful Christmas songs and traditional carols? The group known as El Paso Brass, through the sponsorship of Roswell Community Orchestra, enhanced the holiday season for local music lovers with a delightful concert featuring their versatile instrumental skills. These personable artisans performed on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 16, in Pearson Auditorium.

Sam T rimble, founder and manager of the group, plays lead trumpet. He recently retired from his

long-held position as professor of trumpet and director of jazz ensembles, at the University of TexasEl Paso.

Kenneth Capshaw is the second member featured on trumpet. He has had some 30 successful years in music education, and for that number of years, he has been a member of the El Paso Symphony Orchestra.

Richard Lambrecht is featured on horn, a role he fills in the El Paso Symphony Orchestra. He has also been a music educator, and is often sought both as a performing musician, and as a band clinician.

Playing trombone is Allan Kaplan, an impressive musician who holds a bachelor’s and a master’s

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in music from the Manhattan School of Music, and a Ph.D. in Music Education from New York University.

He has worked with notables such as Lena Horne, Burt Bacharach, Sammy Davis Jr., and many other stars.

On the tuba, Dr. James Shearer brings a wealth of talent and education.

He is a D.M.A. graduate of the Eastman School of Music and has played internationally. He is the author of two music textbooks.

During the concert, “Jim” Shearer often took the microphone to act as master of ceremonies, a duty he shared occasionally with Sam Trimble. Their droll humor and comments were low key, and the cama-

raderie shared by the musicians was evident, as they joshed each other about their favorite football teams, and other activities.

If was evident that the audience enjoyed their antics, and could appreciate the closeness which 40 years of performing together had brought about.

Many of their musical arrangements were especially made for them. Allan Kaplan’s own arrangement of the classic, “Go Tell it on the Mountain,” was a prime example. He brought a jazz influence to this standard, which was well received.

The group donned a bit of cowboy attire to play “Silent Night (for cowboys!),” and imitated the sound of trotting horses.

Everything from “Jingle

Bells” to “Hanukkah Music for Brass Quintet” was on the early program.

Following intermission, the five added three more instrumentalists to the group. They were Bill Thompson on piano, Curt Bushaw on bass, and Mike Matthews on drums. The remainder of the program featured many of the old, traditional songs of the season such as, “The Christmas Song,” “Carol of the Drum,” which featured Mike Matthews, two versions of “Coventry Carol,”, “Que Bonita,” and “Blue Interlude.”

The only vocal portion of the concert was “What Are you Doing New Year’s Eve, sung beautifully by Jim Shearer.

The performance closed

with the achingly lovely “White Christmas.” The audience rose quickly for a standing ovation, and the group retur ned for an encore. They began a soft version of “Silent Night,” which was enhanced by a background of lighted stars on the stage wall behind them. The piece ended with the group singing together, in har mony, the closing phrase, “Sleep in Heavenly Peace.” Afterward, the crowd joined the El Paso Brass in singing “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.”

The R.D. and Joan Dale Hubbard Foundation has selected the 2012 Southeast New Mexico Grant Program Recipients for Chaves County. Robert Donaldson, executive director of the Hubbard Foundation, announced grants totaling $22,300 to five successful applicants in Chaves County:

and Mrs. Hubbard have said many times that the grants made through the Southeast New Mexico Grant Program to local nonprofit groups such as those announced today, make such a positive, personal difference in the lives of the people served by these groups.” On a personal side, Mr. Donaldson said, “I know that the last two years has been a tough economic environment for Chaves County’s nonprofit organizations. It is such an honor and pleasure to be able to meet and speak with so many people who provide so many needed services for

the people of our county under these difficult financial times. It is humbling when you meet real people who labor out of the limelight to improve the lives of the citizens in their communities, who don’t just talk about placing others before themselves but live that life every day. As a Foundation, we are honored that we play a role in helping these organizations meet the needs of the people and communities they are serving.”

county region for the Southeast New Mexico Grant Program this year. They received more than 80 requests totaling more than $759,822. Since 2001, Hubbard Foundation’s Southeast New Mexico Grant Program has provided more than $2,331,383 to approximately 446 nonprofit organizations in the seven-county area of southeast New Mexico. The Foundation stated that they hoped to offer this program again next year and invite nonprofits to contact the Foundation office early in 2013 for details of the program.

As a Christmas gift, what could have been better than this outstanding concert? Our thanks, and an ovation to RSO, our musical Santa Claus this year!

Hubbard Foundation Southeast New Guadalupe Mts. National Park does Mexico grant recipients for Chaves County annual bird count PINE SPRINGS, Texas—Guadalupe Mountains National Park Superintendent Dennis A. Vásquez invites everyone to participate in the 113th annual Christmas Bird Count on Jan. 5, 2013, at the park. Counters at the park will join more than 50,000 counters and more than 2,000 locations throughout North, South and Central America and the Caribbean, from the Arctic Circle to Tierra del Fuego. Nancy Stotz of the Mesilla Valley Audubon Society in Las Cruces will present Winter Birds of the Guadalupes: Three Decades of Christmas Bird Counts, a PowerPoint presentation, at 10 a.m. in the Pine Springs Visitor Center Auditorium.

Each year, between Dec. 14 until Jan. 5, citizen scientists who are birders of all ages, families, students, scientists and groups volunteer at those sites, bring their binoculars, bird guides and check lists to identify and count birds and monitor the health of bird populations.

Guadalupe Mountains has participated in the Christmas Bird Count for more than 30 years.

Said Vásquez, “because of its diversity of ecosystems, Guadalupe Mountains National Park has nearly 300 species of birds. We are proud to partner with the Audubon Society to participate in the annual Christmas Bird Count, along with the dedicated citizen scientists who come to the park each year to help with the Christmas Bird Count and enjoy a day of birding in a spectacular national park. We are equally pleased to have the participation of the Mesilla Valley Audubon Society in this year’s Christmas Bird Count. We hope that new birders will come join us this year.”

Bird species that you may see in Guadalupe Mountains National Park include scaled quail, sharp-shinned hawk, red-tailed hawk, green-tailed towhee, blackchinned sparrow, Montezuma quail and the American tree sparrow, just to name a few.

The Christmas Bird Count began in 1900, when ornithologist Frank Chapman, an early officer of the National Audubon Society, along with 27 counters in 25 locations in the United States and Canada, counted 90 different bird species. The citizen scientists who participate, submit their data to a national database. The data is reviewed by regional panels of scientists and the results are made available publicly online. This data is then compared and analyzed with other scientific studies. The Christmas Bird Count provides a snapshot of bird population diversity, numbers and distribution in winter, over a long period, which aids in our understanding of their health and population dynamics.

No experience is required to participate in the Christmas Bird Count. Make sure to register for the Peak Fitness Challenge at texasmountaintrail.com/hike/ to record and track your hike mileages in Guadalupe Mountains National Park and Franklin Mountains State Park, and become eligible to win prizes.

To participate as a counter in the Christmas Bird Count at Guadalupe Mountains National Park, please contact the park’s Christmas Bird Count coordinator, Michael Haynie at 915-828-3251 extension 2314 or via email at Michael_Haynie@nps.gov or Chief of Resource Management Janet Coles at 915-828-3251 extension 2400 or via email at Janet_Coles@nps.gov. More information about the Christmas Bird Count is available at http://birds.audubon.org/christmas-bird-count#.

Alzheimer’s Association of New Mexico, Southeast NM Region, $2,000; Assurance Home, $4,800; Kid’s Closet, $2,500; Sidney Gutierrez Middle School, $10,000; and Wings for L.I.F.E., $3,000.

Mr. Donaldson said, “Mr.

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Recent tragedies hit home, span the entire nation STEVE WOLFE ROSWELL SAFE COALITION

Our community has had plenty of recent criminal activity, including three murders in Roswell in the past few weeks. Attach that to the tragic events in Newtown, Conn., a few days ago, and we find ourselves asking a lot of questions, mostly of ourselves, I think. We are forced to take a sort of inventory of our feelings and opinions. Even though the Sandy Hook Elementary School murders happened hundreds of miles from Roswell, we too can feel the pain.

What can we do?

To begin with, don’t perpetuate rumors! There have been several uncorroborated rumors recently which had no apparent basis in fact and prevented the police from doing real work that needs to be done. Facebook and other

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social media are great fun, but using them to spread rumors is distracting and hinders law enforcement in the performance of their jobs. Simply put, if you don’t know what you’re talking about, then leave it alone! We have an extremely efficient professional media available to us, and they are paying close attention.

As I wrote last week, we as citizens of Roswell and Chaves County absolutely must take some initiative to keep our own neighborhoods safe. Call Richard Lucero or myself at 622-7233 (SAFE) or 622-4014 and we will help you make it happen. There are not enough cops, and there never will be, to cover every neighborhood 24/7. Citizens absolutely have to take an active role! There are, of course, no guarantees, but Neighborhood

Watch is a proven program and important to our community.

Secondly, if you see something, say something. By making a call to the Crime Stoppers Call Center near Houston, you can help get some of these criminals off the streets. Your voice will not be recognized and you will remain anonymous! Remember, you could receive a cash award of up to $1,000 for your tip! Someone knows who did these crimes! Just

call 1-888-594-8477 when you have information that may lead to an arrest or a warrant.

As to the Newtown tragedy, I have found myself all week trying to analyze how such a thing could happen, and what possible motive there could be for such killing of first-graders and educators. I have watched probably too much television news and caused my own stress. I am, however, convinced that a multitude of factors triggered this horrible event.

God forbid that we ever see such an event in this town. But I’m going to pass along a verbal snapshot of a pocket card that one organization utilizes in preparation for an “active shooter event.” Simply put, the suggestion is Run. Hide. Fight!

First, RUN! If you can get out, do so! Encourage others to leave with you, but do not be slowed

down because of someone else’s indecision! Leave your belongings behind and keep your hands visible.

If you cannot get out safely, then find a place to HIDE. Avoid trapping yourself and barricade the entrance. Remain calm.

As a last resort, if your life is at risk, then FIGHT! You’ve been found! Whether you are alone or working together as a group, attempt to incapacitate the shooter, acting with strong and certain physical aggression. Improvise weapons, maybe a fire extinguisher or a chair. Importantly, you must commit to your actions to taking the shooter down, no matter what! This is no time to be second-guessing yourself.

One thing is for sure. A bunch of grandchildren are going to get some really big hugs from me in the coming Christmas days!

Jennings, Nuñez honored by Cattle Growers NMMI cadets are selected for All-State Music Festival Sen. Tim Jennings, Roswell, and Rep. Andy Nuñez, Hatch, received the 2012 Bruce and Alice King Memorial Award from the New Mexico Cattle Growers Association during the Joint Stockmen’s Convention held Dec. 6-9 in Albuquerque.

“Some have said that you can count the power of agriculture in the Legislature by counting the boots and dividing by two, and we are going to be short some boots this year,” said Rex Wilson, NMCGA president from Carrizozo. “Tim and Andy served their constituents, our industry and the state well during their time in the New Mexico State Legislature, and will be missed this coming legislative session.”

The Bruce and Alice King Memorial Service Award was established by the NMCGA in 2009 to recognize those both within and outside of the agricultural industry who exhibit the qualities, like leadership, generosity and community service, that the Kings were known for. “For decades, the Kings had a tremendous impact on our state. We honor their memory with this annual award,” Wilson said.

Jennings served more than three decades in the legislature, eventually serving as president pro tem of the Senate. During that time, he positively influenced state budgets for agriculture and helped keep a lot of bad legislation from moving past the Senate floor.

“I will admit that we didn't always see eye to eye with Sen. Jennings,” Wilson said. “But when the chips were down, Sen. Jennings was always there for us. His ability to work across party lines and find solutions is something that is sorely missed in most political situations today.”

Andy Nuñez served 12 years in

New Mexico Military Institute Cadets Kelly White, a member of the NMMI Concert Choir, and Giovanna Ponce, a member of the NMMI Regimental Band, were honored recently by their selection to participate in the New Mexico Music Educators Association’s 69th annual All-State Music Festival.

Cadet White, a high school junior and daughter of Loring and Lisa White of Las Cruces, was selected to the AllState Mixed Chorus. Cadet Ponce, a high school sophomore and daughter of Reymundo and Maria Ponce of Hobbs, was selected to the All-State Small School Band.

Both cadets went through a rigorous audition process in competition with talented music students from across New Mexico for positions in their respective ensembles.

Cadet White is one of only 30 first alto singers in the Mixed Choir, and Cadet Ponce was selected as first chair of the french horn section of the Small School Band.

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From left: NMCGA President Rex Wilson of Carrizozo, Rep. Andy Nuñez of Hatch and Sen. Tim Jennings of Roswell.

the House of Representatives, helping agriculture in countless ways including helping to pass the nation’s strongest Surface Owner Protection Act. Although he started out as a Democrat, Wilson explained, Nuñez stood up for the courage of his convictions, ran contrary to party lines, and became an Independent a couple of years ago.

“It didn’t matter how controversial the issue was or who was asking for help, if Andy believed championing it was the right thing to do, he was

your man right down to the mat,” Wilson said.

The NMCGA has represented the beef industry in New Mexico and the West since 1914 and has members in all 33 of the state’s counties as well as some 14 other states. The Association participates in venues necessary to protect beef producers and private property rights including litigation, state and federal legislation and regulatory affairs. You can visit or join the NMCGA online at nmagriculture.org.

Roswell Adult Center “ONE DAY REGISTRATION” Saturday, January 5th from 8:3011:30am, 12 noon-4:30, 6:30-8:00pm. NO Late Registrations Will Be Accepted. If you can not be present have someone register for you. Registration forms and Class schedules are available NOW! For information or questions Please call 624-6718 or come by 807 N. Missouri. Class are for anyone 18 years of age and older.

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The All-State Music Festival, hosted by the University of New Mexico, will be held Jan. 9-12, 2013, and culminate with a series of concerts after three days of demanding rehearsals. Participants will be treated to evening performances of various honor groups representing different high school music programs from around the state. The event will conclude with performances of the various AllState music groups in UNM’s Popejoy Hall. These final concerts will be professionally recorded and given welldeserved statewide coverage.

Lt. Col. Steve Thorp, NMMI Choral Director and Music Dept. chair, who was a New Mexico All-State singer and bandsman during his high school years, and NMMI Bandmaster Capt. Bill Lamb, who assists with All-State Small School Band administrative duties on a continuing basis, are very pleased with these cadets’ selection to participate in this year’s festival. These instructors know that their cadets’ time at All-State will be one of the highlights of their high school musical experience.

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Refunds & Transfers through 01/14/13 Refunds are prorated. The City Of Roswell does not discriminate because of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or disability in its employment practices nor in its programs and facilities. Some classes may change date and time. For Anyone 18 & Older Other class will be added as they become available.

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Carols, Candles and Communion Christmas Eve 6pm First United Methodist Church On the corner of 2nd & Pennsylvania

Sunday, December 23, 2012

VANESSA KAHIN VISTAS EDITOR Despite the bad economy, there are still honest job seekers—just like there are still businesses who desperately need their knowledge and skills; it’s just not always easy to bring the two together.

Fortunately, job seekers and the local economy have the Workforce Connection of Chaves County, an agency with staff who strive to reunite underemployed people with understaffed businesses.

Workforce Connection—located at 2110 S. Main St. and formerly known as the Department of Labor—also has a few surprises up its sleeve. This includes help for former Levi Strauss Co. workers laid off when the Roswell plant closed its doors, as well as a new way of doing things that will hopefully keep the agency up-to-date and efficient in every way.

Workforce Connection staff can still help those who were laid off from Roswell’s Levi Strauss and Co. plant, despite the fact the plant shut down in the late 1990s. As it turns out, those who were laid off from the Levi plant may be eligible for Trade Adjustment Assistance, which helps trade-affected workers whose jobs have moved out of the U.S. “Through no fault of their own, (workers were) laid off; their companies left the country,” said Cecelia Leaton, employment specialist at Workforce Connection.

She is currently helping a handful of students from trade-affected businesses develop new skills that will help them find gainful employment. Leaton said former Levi workers may also qualify for various for ms of aid, such as assistance to go to college.

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The main requirement to receive assistance is that the worker was laid off and not fired or left the job on their own behalf. There is a list of former Levi workers who qualify for this assistance, Leaton said.

However, few have come forward.

“It really is a good program to take advantage of,” she said.

Leaton is part of the Workforce Connection welcome team and skills team—just two new developments of the agency to help best serve its clients, which range from veterans to recent retirees; from at-risk teenagers to those who want to develop new job skills.

Dina Garibay Jenks, youth career development specialist for Workforce Connection, said the agency “welcomes those who are displaced workers, who are looking for better opportunities, are looking to change careers. ... We want to provide a quality of service to anyone who walks in the door. We want to be hands-on, (be) involved with why they have come into the office and the needs that they have.”

Workforce Connection staff are now structured into “teams.” All job seekers first come in to contact with the welcome team. These staff members are also representatives of all the agencies under the Workforce Connection umbrella, a move that allows staff to collaborate with ease as opposed to having to work separately on the issues of the client.

The welcome team’s main goal is “to asses the client who comes in the door, get them registered, and refer them to the correct resources,” said Garibay Jenks.

The job seeker may then be put in contact with the skills team, which helps with occupational assessments. These include typ-

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ing tests and using programs such as the WorkKeys System and Prove It!—both assessments of individual and occupational skills.

These tests help identify what skills the client has, and what skills he or she is lacking. The skills team helps determine if the client needs additional training.

Workforce Connection staff can help job seekers get the training they need to grow their skills and become more lucrative to employers.

Training opportunities provided through the agency include references to such programs as Job Corps, the Workforce Investment Act program, and the aging program for seniors 50 and over. The WIA adult program reimburses the salary employers pay an onthe-job trainee.

The New Mexico Aging & LongTerm Services Department benefits from the WIA adult program, which helps seniors get on-the-job training. Currently helping anyone over the age of 50 regardless of income, seniors who go to Workforce Connection are often put into contact with Aging & Long-Term Services and its senior employment specialist, Jacki Morris.

Aging and Long-Term Services helps people find either full- or part-time employment, Morris said. Many also want—or need— to gain new job skills. This is either to help senior job seekers pursue a new job that will help them supplement their retirement funds. Or, the new skills may help seniors acquire the knowledge necessary to get the dream job they always wanted, but never had the chance to pursue.

“Maybe you’ve done something for 30 years ... maybe you had to

because it paid the bills ... and (now) you’d like to do something different,” Morris said. The first thing Morris asks a new client is, “Where do you see yourself right now?” Morris then assesses if the client needs a job right away and assists the client accordingly. She considers the client’s skills and searches job postings that may fit the needs and abilities of those she helps.

If the client has time to spare, he or she may be able to work on getting new skills. In this instance, Morris may help clients polish skills, such as how to create or update a resume, job interview skills, and how to make the best impression on employers.

Morris may also help clients receive on-the-job paid training.

In conjunction with a willing employer, a client may train and work for a certain amount of time at a company. Afterward, the employer may decide to hire the client.

Younger job seekers also have specific Workforce Connection programs that can help them find gainful employment.

“I work primarily with at-risk youth,” said Garibay Jenks. “That can include pregnant or parenting, offenders, (those with a) basic skill deficiency, runaways and foster children.” All her clients must be U.S. citizens, low income and be age 16-21.

First and foremost, Garibay Jenks helps youth attain the education necessary to get the best job possible.

“Education is the primary goal,” she said of how she helps her clients. She helps them complete a GED or a high school diploma and even attend college.

“The secondary goal is to find them employment,” she said. “I

find the match between the employer and the youth. ... (I) place them in an experience that will benefit both.”

Youth in the high schools may also be served by Workforce Connection. This is done through the efforts of Nellie Daniel, who works at the Career Center at the local high schools. She also helps at the Workforce Connection office.

The final Workforce Connection team involves everything business. It is the team responsible for community outreach and communication with employers.

Whereas job seekers are best assisted through the welcome and skills team, employers are best served by the business team.

“New Mexico Workforce Solution’s new direction is that we are becoming business-based,” said Ella Lopez, area director for New Mexico Workforce Connection of Chaves County. “We are going above and beyond to serve our community businesses. ... Without our businesses, the people that (come in) do not have a place to apply for a job.”

Becoming more business-based has involved employer outreach— an attempt to get more businesses to use Workforce Connection’s services. It also involves screening potential employees so that businesses do not have to do so, and providing the training necessary to make job seekers more employable.

Another way Workforce Connection is making life easier for employers is with a new online Unemployment Insurance Tax and claims system. As of Jan. 6, employers will be able to register online and manage their UI accounts on their own, without assistance from Workforce Connection staff. Employers will be

able to file and pay their UI taxes and fees online.

“We’re coming into the 21st century,” said New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions Tax Representative II Anna Willbanks excitedly. She said the new online system will provide fast, pertinent infor mation to Workforce Connection. For example, the agency assists those who have filed for unemployment benefits. The online system will automatically alert Workforce Connection when an employer hires someone. Workforce Connection will see the name and know the person should no longer be receiving benefits. “(The online system) is going to tell us what’s going on all the time,” Willbanks said.

Workforce Connection staf f keep themselves busy with organizing events to further help job seekers in the community. On Jan. 11, Workforce Connection will host a “dress for success” program, during which people registered with the agency can go to the office and pick out one outfit to wear to a job interview. The outfit can be picked out that day from 9:30-11:30 a.m., and from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Agency staff are also accepting donations for the outfit giveaway.

Staff members are also working on a job fair, to be titled the Roswell’s Out of this World Job Fair, to take place April 9 at the Roswell Convention and Civic Center. Although it will be veteran-focused, the event will be open to the public.

For more information about the Workforce Connection of Chaves County, visit its office, or call 6246040. vistas@rdrnews.com

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Woman must work with husband to build Christmas traditions

Q: I want to build Christmas traditions with our kids, but my husband doesn’t think it’s a big deal. He finds it all too sentimental. What are your thoughts?

Jim: Take it from someone who didn’t have many happy memories growing up due to the general instability of my family: Traditions are important!

Maybe it’s picking out a Christmas tree, arranging a nativity scene, decorating the house or baking gingerbread cookies. When family members engage in these activities, it’s a time of connection with one another that marks the moment. Collectively, these moments become memories we carry into our future. Years from now, the smell of certain foods or the sound of a favorite song will bring to mind special memories from our past and the important people who filled them.

Traditions connect us with our heritage as well. When young kids spend time with their grand-

parents, cousins, aunts and uncles, it’s an opportunity for them to feel a part of something bigger than themselves. It links them with their family history.

Traditions also have the ability to bring a sweetness to the memory of loved ones we’ve lost over the years. Their presence lives on in the traditions we enjoyed with them.

I hope your husband will reconsider his position—for your kids’ sake, especially. The blessings that Christmas traditions create will bring joy to your family for generations to come.

Q: My strong-willed child is always a handful, but especially at bedtime. The excitement of the Christmas season has only amplified this problem. He refuses to stay in bed! What can we do?

Leon Wirth, executive director of Parenting and Youth: Bedtime battles are not unusual when there’s a strong-willed child in

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the house. The remedy is the same as that for any conflict with a strong-willed child: firm, loving and persevering discipline.

Success depends on establishing clear expectations and meaningful consequences, and applying them consistently. Be sure to discuss these consequences ahead of time. Your son should understand clearly what is and isn’t acceptable before he’s held accountable.

Begin by saying something like, “We all have things we must do in our home to live well together. My job tonight is to see you get the

rest you need. Your job tonight is to stay in bed and go to sleep.”

Let him know that if he doesn’t obey, he’ll have unpleasant consequences. This could involve the removal of a privilege in his bedtime routine. If his door is usually open or a nightlight is left on, perhaps the door will be closed and the light extinguished if he gets up.

After putting him to bed, be prepared to intercept him immediately. If he gets up, take him back to bed and sit quietly with him. Talk calmly and fir mly about the importance of staying put. Say, “What we need right now is for you to stay in bed.

What do you think we can do to make that happen?” If he gets up again, repeat the process. Be firm, but not angry or exasperated. Stay within the boundaries you established.

Your goal, and the key to success, is to outlast your child, no matter how long it takes. It’s a

Fabric flowers for brooches on ‘Creative Living’ Information on making fringe flowers with an embroidery machine, using fabric flowers for brooches, headbands and more, and making easy handmade gifts will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 9:30 p.m. and on Thursday at noon.

Designer and digitizer Laura Waterfield, owner of Laura’s Sewing Studio, says that fringe flowers add additional dimension to embroidery designs.

She’ll demonstrate several types of fringe flowers that can be made with an embroidery machine. She lives in Tomball, Texas.

Megan Thome, formerly with EK Success Brands in Kansas City, Mo., will feature a variety of fabric flowers that can be used as brooches, headbands, shoe clips and other fashion accents. She will highlight “chiffon chic” style of flowers in her

demonstration.

Shannon Wooton is an Extension Home Economist with the NM Cooperative Extension Service, and she is going to feature some easy handmade gifts, such as a superfast jelly roll quilt, a quilted bookmarker, hip headband, apron and a 10minute table topper.

These make great gifts any time of the year. She lives in Roswell.

Information on preparing light meals, making a coupon wallet and gel candles will be the featured topics on “Creative Living” on Tuesday at 12 p.m. and on Saturday at 2 p.m.

Sue Vaughn, a cookbook author from Lamesa, Texas, will share some quick tips for preparing a light and nutritious meal.

Her company is Jan-Su Publications.

Sewing expert and author Patsy Shields will

demonstrate a technique for making a wallet sewn with four separate compartments, and it uses a basic utility stitch, beautiful fabrics and zippers.

She is with Sulky of America in Sellersburg, Ind. Diane Lieb will show how to make gel candles, which make great gift items. Gel candles are especially good choices for places that don’t allow candles to be burned, and the aroma is wonderful.

She’s from Portales.

Layered Tex-Mex cornbread salad

1 pkg. (6 1⁄2 ozs.) cornbread mix 2 cans (15 ozs. ea.)

Pinto beans, drained 2 cups tomatoes, chopped 1 cup green onions, chopped 1 ⁄4 cup jalapeño peppers, seeded, chopped

12 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, grated 1 cup sour cream 1 cup salsa

Prepare cornbread mix as directed on package.

When cool, crumble the cornbread in a large dish.

Top with half of the remaining ingredients, except sour cream and salsa. Repeat the layers.

Mix together sour cream and salsa. Top mixture with sour cream and salsa mixture and additional jalapeño slices. Cover and chill 2 to 3 hours before serving.

“Creative Living” is produced and hosted by Sheryl Borden. The show is carried by more than 118 PBS stations in the United States, Canada, Guam and Puerto Rico and is distributed by Westlink, Albuquerque.

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matter of simple endurance. Once the battle has been won, the child will usually live within the parameters established. If it is lost, the next conflict will be even harder to resolve.

Don’t forget to pay attention to the positive side of the ledger, too.

It’s important to “catch” your son being good. When he has a good night, encourage him and praise him for his accomplishment.

Jim Daly is a husband and father, an author, and president of Focus on the Family and host of the Focus on the Family radio program. Catch up with him at jimdalyblog.com or at facebook.com/DalyFocus.

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Matteucci-Henderson

Mr. James Matteucci and Mr. and Mrs. Tim Hodges of Roswell, are proud to announce the engagement of their daughter, Chelsi, to Conrad Henderson, son of Mr. Ralph Henderson of Broken Arrow, Okla., and Ms. Darla Melton of Meadow, Texas. Ms. Matteucci graduated from Goddard High School in 2005 and ear ned her BA from Texas Tech University in 2010. She works on the board of directors for Bank of the Southwest.

Mr. Henderson is a 2001 graduate from Meadow High School and earned an associate’s degree from South Plains Junior College in 2004. He currently works for OER

Conrad Henderson and Chelsi Matteucci

Services. An April wedding is planned in Dallas, Texas.

Identifying aphids, and how to rid them from plants

Q . I was pr eparing to b r in g m y h ou s e p l a nt s inside for the winter. As I wa s lo ok in g a t t h e m, I noticed some plants have a lot of small greenish and gr a y in s ect s on t h e m.

T h e s e i n sect s a r e v e r y fragile, as I tried to collect some to look at, they easily smashed. I have also seen some similar insects am o n g t h e ot her s t h at have wings and a few in the middle of the others t h a t a r e l arg e r, v er y sp h e r ica l, a n d t a n c o lor ed . I h a ve s e n t y o u some pictures. I hope you can identify these insects and recommend a treatment.

Mary J. R. A. The photographs you emailed were helpful. The insects on your plants are aphids. These are small insects that rapidly reproduce to create large popula t io n s i n a v e r y s ho r t time. They feed by piercin g t h e p la nt c e ll s a n d sucking the liquids and nutrients from the cells.

This can be quite harmful t o y o ur p l a n t s . T h e winged insects appear to be the winged form of the aphid. This one can fly to other plants and infest other plants.

T he t a n co lo r e d o n e s are good news! They are ap h id s t ha t h a ve b ee n parasitized by a parasitoid wasp (does not sting you).

The female wasp has laid eg g s i ns id e t h e a p h i d

where the egg hatched to form the wasp larva. This larva feeds on the inside o f t he a ph i d u n ti l it matures. During this feedi n g p e ri o d t h e ap h i d enlarges and grabs tightly o n t o t h e p l a n t. I t t h en dies. Soon after the aphid d i e s, t h e was p l a rv a matures and emerges to attack other aphids. This seems cruel, but it is an important part of the natural process of insect pest management.

I f y o u t r e at t h e p es ts w i t h s o me i n s ec t ici d es y o u m a y k i l l t h e p a r asitoid wasps and remove this natural pest control m e ch a n i sm . H o w ev e r, since you are preparing to bring your plants inside, you may choose to spray t o a vo i d b r i n g i n g t h e small wasps indoors with the aphids. These wasps w i l l n ot h a r m or st i ng y o u , b ut t h e y wi l l b e a n u i s an c e as t h ey fl y around indoors. You may choose to allow them to remain if you wish, or you m a y t r e at wi t h i n s e ct idides. Once your houseplan ts ar e indo ors, the pool of wasps to manage the aphid population will

be diminished, requiring t h at you m an age t h e aphids anyway.

Aphids may be treated by spraying with a strong stream of water that causes the aphids to drop from the plants. As they crawl back up the plant, they ar e n ot f eed in g o n t h e plant, but they are accessi bl e t o t he par as it oid wasps an d m a ny o th er n a tu r al p r ed at o rs t h at help manage their population. Insecticidal soaps may also be used quite effectively to kill aphids without doing much harm to the predators that help you. Stronger insecticides labeled for aphid control may kill the wasps, this in cl ude s so me of t h e “organic” insecticides.

Any aphids that survive the treatment (hiding in t h e l eaf bas es o f t h e plants or just below the soil line) will result in a rebound of the aphid popu l at i on on c e a ft e r t h e plants are indoors, so you must remain vigilant even after the plants are inside.

Since the natural predat or s ar e n o t a ct i ve indoors, you may need to sp ray y ou r p lan t s wi th

PARK ADDING TOURS FOR THE HOLIDAYS STARTING ON WEDNESDAY CARLSBAD CAVERNS NATIONAL PARK—Additional tours will be added to the King’s Palace schedule to allow visitors the chance to participate in one of the park’s most popular cave tours. King’s Palace tours normally run at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. daily, but, during the week of Dec. 26-Jan. 1, three additional tour times will be added to the schedule. During that week visitors may choose additional tours at 11

a.m., 12 p.m. and 2 p.m., all tours filling on a first-come, first-served basis.

Carlsbad Caverns National Park will be closed on Tuesday in observance of the Christmas holiday. The park will reopen the following day under nor mal winter operating hours. The Visitor Center will be open 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. To see the cave, visitors may enter the Natural Entrance walking route from 8:30

water or insecticidal soap during the winter. You can m ove t h e pl an ts t o t h e b at h t u b t o d o t hi s t o avoid damaging fabrics in the house and to remove the pests from the area wh er e t h e plan ts ar e maintained. If the plants are too large to move, plastic sheets under and over nearby fabrics will allow you to safely manage the aphids. If you want to use stronger insecticides, choose products that are labeled for indoor use to manage aphids, or move the plants outdoors to spray them.

For more gardening information, visit the NMSU Extension publications Web site at http://aces.nmsu. edu/pubs/_h, or to read past articles of Yard and Garden go to http://aces. nmsu.edu/pubs/periodicals .html.

Send your gardening questions to Yard and Garden, Attn: Dr. Curtis Smith, NMSU Agricultural Science Center, 1036 Miller Rd. SW, Los Lunas, N.M., 87031.

Curtis W. Smith, Ph.D., is an Extension Horticulture Specialist emeritus with New Mexico State University’s Cooperative Extension Service. NMSU and the U.S. Department of Agriculture cooperating.

a.m. to 2 p.m. or they may opt to take the elevator down into the cave from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Either way, the visitor will end up in the Big Room, a beautifully decorated area of the cave. The Park will be open New Year’s Day under the same winter hours.

For more information about open hours, cave tours, and other activities, call 575-785-2232 or visit nps.gov/cave.

ANNIVERSARY Peters

Joan and Del are celebrating their 55th wedding anniversary. They were married Dec. 21, 1957, in Morton Grove, Ill. Joan worked in billing at Chandler’s Bookstore in Evanston, Ill. Del worked for the Village of Skokie, Ill., for 31 years. The couple’s children are Randy and his wife Angel, Danny, Kathy and her husband Rich and Jamie and his wife Sharon. Grandchildren are Courtney, Vanessa, Cody, Jason,

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Jimmy, Devin, Collin and Audry.

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suggestions? More children are out of the question.

SPOTLIGHTS DIMMED IN OHIO

DEAR ABBY

DEAR S.D.: When people peer too long into a spotlight — whether directly or the reflected glare of someone nearby — it diminishes their vision for a period of time after the light is extinguished. What you may fail to see is that all parents are proud of their kids, and if you continue to compare other people’s children unfavorably with your own, you will soon be as welcome as a polecat at a garden party.

This is why I urge you and your husband to take a little time, refocus your attention to children less fortunate than your own, and invest some of your energy in other youths who need the encouragement and support you can give. If you do, you will be rewarded many times over. #####

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DEAR ABBY: For the last eight years I have been the mother of a star in our local high school. When one of my boys would graduate, the next would take over and be even more athletic or musically talented — and in my youngest son’s case, both.

Now that they are gone I can’t stand hearing other parents talk about their children’s accomplishments. I also can’t stop myself from making some comment about how my sons were better. I know it’s wrong, but I still do it.

Sporting events make me sad and my husband depressed. Is this empty nest? We can’t seem to figure out how to move on. Have you any

DEAR ABBY: My ex-husband — who had an affair — and I have been divorced for three years, but have been forced into a roommate situation due to

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health issues on my part and financial issues on his. We have two kids together that I have needed his help with. However, there is a potential “new guy” in my life who is uncomfortable that my ex still lives here.

My friends tell me I’m too nice to have let him stay here for so long. I feel it’s the charitable thing to do because he has nowhere to go. I’m also afraid my kids will think I’m being hateful if I kick their father out. Oh my God, Abby, what do I do?

IN TRANSITION IN TENNESSEE

DEAR IN TRANSITION: If you want to stay “stuck” in your predicament, allow your former husband to continue living there. If you would like to go on with your life, then recognize that very few men would want to date a woman who has another man living with her.

By allowing your ex to stay with you, you have allowed your children to think your marriage could be repaired. If that is not the case — and search your heart before answering that question — then set a time limit for him to leave. #####

THAT SCRAMBLED WORD GAME

by David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek

Unscramble these four Jumbles, one letter to each square, to form four ordinary words.

NEEDOT LEPTEL A: Saturday’s

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DEAR CHOKING: It was not the responsibility of the restaurant staff to “do” anything about your problem. The thing to do was change to a table in another section. If you were questioned about it — which I doubt you would be — the polite response would be that you preferred a table in a different location.

HINTS

Beetle Bailey

Blondie

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FROM HELOISE

Find us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/jumble

AWREF

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I went to a restaurant last night. We were enjoying our meal when a couple came in and sat at a table close to ours. Soon, a bad body odor wafted over to where we were sitting. It was so strong I couldn’t finish my dinner.

When we got up to pay our bill, we told the manager about it and asked what could be done. He said that was a tough question and he didn’t know the answer. I told him I was going to write to Dear Abby and ask. He said if I got an answer to be sure to let him know. What would you suggest?

CHOKING IN IOWA

Now arrange the circled letters to form the surprise answer, as suggested by the above cartoon.

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(Answers tomorrow) TIGHT HOBBLE WARMLY Jumbles: CRUSH Answer: After seeing that her dogs had dug up the back yard, she wanted the — “HOLE” TRUTH

Today’s Crossword Puzzle

Dear Readers: Here is this week’s SOUND OFF, about measuring lines on laundrydetergent caps: “When pouring laundry detergent, you have to look for lines and numbers inside the cap for measurements. Most of these lines and numbers cannot be seen or read. Why can’t the manufacturers make the lines in color? — Carol P. in Virginia” You are right, and many, many readers agree with you, Carol. The lines are nearly impossible to read.

When I open a new bottle, I use red nail polish to mark the line. Makes it much easier to see.

Heloise ##### SEND A GREAT HINT TO: Heloise P.O. Box 795000 San Antonio, TX 78279-5000 Fax: 1-210-HELOISE Email: Heloise(at)Heloise.com

Dear Readers: Here are your responses on what you would do with old encyclopedias: “I gave our set of encyclopedias to our interior decorator. She used them toward decorating for other customers,” wrote Sarah, via email “I advertised for free in a local newspaper. The set was quickly taken by a homeschooling mom,” wrote Holly in California “Put it in the recycling bin. It is full of out-of-date information that will lead a child trying to use it down the wrong path,” wrote B.M., via email “Check with group homes for senior citizens. Many of their residents are more comfortable using the books for research than using the Internet,” wrote Norma, via email “My sister gave our old set to a teacher at the grammar school that my nephews attended. The teacher was delighted that her students could use them in the classroom,” wrote Doug, via email Thanks for all the wonderful hints!

I can’t wait to read what else you come up with!

Heloise ##### Dear Readers: Other uses for leftover wrapping paper: * Shred and use as filler. * Scrapbook with it. * Line drawers, shelves and pet cages. * Wrap other gifts with it. * Decorate storage boxes.

Heloise ##### Dear Heloise: I have small children who love to play with the Christmas tree. I tried many different things to try to keep them away from the tree. I hung the ornaments (especially if they are fragile) at the top of the tree, where they couldn’t reach. I tried to block off the tree with baby gates. Nothing worked. I was getting very frustrated until I found something that worked.

I got them their own little tree and made ornaments. Now they decorate and undecorate their tree as much as they want, and my tree is left intact.

Sandy in Wisconsin Dear Heloise: I have found a great way of making hangers for slacks and other pants to keep them hanging without wrinkling. A plastic hanger is easy to cut into on the long bottom of it.

Save the empty tube that comes with wax paper, plastic wrap and many other items, and insert the ends of the cut hanger into the tube. It makes a great way to hang pants without a crease.

V.P. in Arizona

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LEACO donates toys for Hagerman giving tree

HOBBS—Continuing efforts to make a difference in the communities LEACO serves, the cooperative partnered with the Town of Hagerman to provide a very special Christmas to some local children in need.

Between Thanksgiving to Christmas, LEACO and NMobile collected toys, clothes and shoes for local children in need this holiday season. In addition to waiving activation fees for customers who donated these items, LEACO also donated all the activation fees collected, totaling more than $1,000 to the effort.

LEACO staf f also contributed nearly $500 in toys and clothes.

“Each year we try to do something special for people in our local areas that might get overlooked at Christmas. Last year we collected hundreds of coats and supplies for three area

shelters and the outpouring of generosity from our staff and customer base was enormous,” said Charity Benton, LEACO marketing manager. “This year, we learned about 115 children in the Dexter and Hagerman areas who needed a little help to make their Christmas brighter. Of course, we knew this would be a perfect project for us to take on. This is what LEACO is all about.”

The event, organized by the Town of Hager man, took place Dec. 15. All the children gathered at the Community Center, where the toys were organized and displayed. Each child received two toys of their choice and a stuffed animal. There were even enough toys left for the town to deliver to other needy families in the area who didn’t make it to the event.

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About Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative

LEACO, headquartered in Hobbs, has been southeastern New Mexico’s leading provider of wired and wireless telecommunications and high-speed Inter net services since 1954.The cooperative now serves a population of nearly 175,000 people in the cities of Artesia, Carlsbad, Dexter, Eunice, Hagerman, Lovington, Jal, Hobbs, Roswell and Tatum. LEACO provides wireless cellular, PCS, Wi-Fi, paging, and DSL services; local and long distance telephone services; wired dial-up, DSL and high-speed Internet services; and competitive local telephone services via a fiber optic ring. For more information, visit leaco.net or search for Leaco Rural Telephone Cooperative Inc. on Facebook.

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Children browse toys at the Town of Hagerman Giving Tree Dec. 15 at Hagerman Community Center. LEACO donated $500 in toys, clothes and shoes, as well as $1,000 in activation fees collected between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Each child received a stuffed animal and two toys of their choice.

Kaspia Group acquires Colorado-based Horizon Building technologies ALBUQUERQUE—The Kaspia Group, a Community Development Corporation dedicated to reinventing communities and neighborhoods through green/sustainable projects, has acquired a Coloradobased modular housing manufacturing plant. The plant has more than 30 years’ experience manufacturing some of the highest quality modular housing in the Southwest. The acquisition expands Kaspia’s multi-family housing division and allows the company to manufacture highquality affordable apart-

ment buildings and singlefamily housing that can then be installed throughout the southwestern U.S. The factory operates with ISO 9001 manufacturing standards in place, and is capable of producing up to 2,000 square feet of housing each eight-hour shift.

The housing produced can then be assembled at the construction site in various configurations up to three floors above grade.

According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Albuquerque office (HUD), the rural communities of

New Mexico including native lands currently require approximately 60,000 new units of housing. More than half of the required housing is rental stock. During the development boom of the 1990s and most of the 2000s, developers favored the urban areas of the state and overlooked many of the rural communities in and around New Mexico. As a result, the existing housing stock in the rural communities has suffered the affects of time, and in many cases has failed to meet the growth demands

of the communities served.

“Our goal is to bring high-quality housing to the rural communities that have been ignored historically,” explained Aaron Lohmann, President of the Kaspia Group. “The cost and quality advantage our company has by directly manufacturing the housing we produce, greatly improves our ability to serve the rural communities other developers historically haven’t been able to.”

Kaspia’s modular housing has the same look and feel as traditional stick-

built housing, but it offers significant cost savings and efficiencies through the manufacture of modules in a centralized factory.

These modules are then shipped to the home site and finished in the same manner as a stick-built home. Modular housing is endlessly customizable, is not restricted by size limitations, and appreciates in value.

For more information on the Kaspia Group, go to kaspiagroup.com.

About the Kaspia Group The Kaspia Group is a Community Development

Corporation dedicated to reinventing communities and neighborhoods through green/sustainable projects.

The Kaspia Group is a New Mexico licensed general contractor and real estate service firm that specializes in affordable housing development, real estate, finance, and commercial construction services throughout the southwest. Since its inception, Kaspia has been committed to providing high quality, innovative construction management and real estate brokerage services to an array of clients.

Walgreen fiscal first-quarter profit sinks by nearly 26 pct JTIP aids in creation of 50 jobs Walgreen’s fiscal firstquarter ear nings sank nearly 26 percent as costs tied to a couple big deals and Superstor m Sandy helped put a bigger-thanexpected dent in the drugstore chain’s performance.

CEO Greg Wasson told analysts he saw the quarter as a “turning point” for the Deerfield, Ill., company, which has been working to recapture customers it lost during a contract dispute with Express Scripts Holding Co. But investors didn’t buy that message at least initially, as the stock fell deeper than broader market declines in Friday trading.

Walgreen Co. spent $4 billion in cash earlier this year to buy a stake in Alliance Boots, a Swiss company that runs the largest drugstore chain in the United Kingdom. It also spent $438 million on a drugstore chain focused on the mid-South under the USA Drug, Super D Drug and Med-X names.

Costs tied to those deals totaled $23 million in the quarter, and Walgreen said it only counted a small portion of the gains it received from Alliance Boots. It is reporting those gains a quarter after they occur to address audit and regulatory requirements.

The storm system that swept up the East Coast in late October also cost

open at least a year fell 11.3 percent, while revenue from the front end, or rest of the store, dropped 2 percent. Revenue from stores open at least a year is considered a key indicator of retailer health because it excludes stores that recently opened or closed.

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In this Oct. 17 photo, people pass the Walgreen’s store in New York’s Times Square.

$24 million in the quarter, as it forced Walgreen to temporarily close hundreds of stores.

Overall, Walgreen earned $413 million, or 43 cents per share, in the three months that ended Nov. 30. That compares with net income of $554 million, or 63 cents per share, a year ago. Walgreen said earlier this month revenue fell nearly 5 percent to $17.34 billion.

Excluding one-time costs, adjusted earnings were 58 cents per share.

Analysts forecast, on average, earnings of 70 cents per share, according to FactSet. Shares dropped 3.5 per-

cent, or $1.33, to $36.22, in late morning trading, while the Standard & Poor’s 500 index fell 1 percent.

Walgreen runs more than 8,000 drugstores in all 50 states as the nation’s largest drugstore chain. The company’s revenue has slumped through 2012 after it started the year stuck in a contract squabble with Express Scripts, for which it fills prescriptions.

The companies had let a contract between them expire last December, and their new agreement didn’t start until September. The split meant many Express Scripts customers migrated to new drugstores for

their prescriptions.

Walgreen is trying to bring those customers back, but competitors like CVS Caremark Corp. and Rite Aid Corp. are pushing aggressively to keep them.

Walgreen said prescriptions filled at stores open at least a year fell nearly 5 percent in the quarter, a smaller decrease than the 8 percent drop it reported in the previous quarter.

The drugstore chain saw that improvement as a sign that customers are returning.

“We think we can redeem significant portion of these customers over time,” Wasson said.

Walgreen said prescription revenue from stores

Generic drugs have squeezed revenue for Walgreen and other drugstores this year because they are cheaper than brand-name drugs. But they help profitability because they come with a wider margin between the cost for the pharmacy to purchase the drugs and the reimbursement it receives.

Walgreen launched a customer loyalty program called Balance Rewards during the quarter. It allows shoppers to gain points at both Walgreen and Duane Reade stores and for online purchases that translate into cash rewards they can then use at the stores.

Walgreen executives said the program will encourage customers to visit their stores more frequently and to buy more.

“We now have a new kind of currency in place that will help drive our front-end business,” Wasson said.

SANTA FE—The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Job Training Incentive Program Board approved $1,115,138.30 in funds during its December meeting. The funds will help cover the cost of training 50 employees at three different companies. Of the 50 jobs created, 42 are considered to be high-wage jobs, the average salary of JTIP approved positions is $39.20.

“JTIP is great program to assist new and existing businesses in New Mexico,” said Economic Development Secretary Jon Barela. “Ensuring an adequate amount of JTIP funds to support expected growth in job creation in 2013 and continue to be one of the best job training incentives in the country is a priority this coming Legislative Session.”

This month’s JTIP recipients are: • Honeywell International, Inc. – Albuquerque – Honeywell invents and manufactures technologies to address tough challenges linked to global macro trends such as safety, security and energy.

The decision to move Bendix King to Albuquerque and create job growth was based on its central location, good flying weather, talented workforce and existing aviation industry relationships in the region. $1,057,590.30 – 39 jobs.

• NanoCool – Albuquerque - NanoCool manufactures temperature-controlled packaging for products which require refrigeration during shipping. The company sells its temperature-controlled packaging to various healthcare market segments. $5,200 – 1 job.

• New Mexico Wineries, Inc. – Deming - New Mexico Wineries, Inc. is a familyowned business that was founded in 1984. The winery produces and bottles approximately 50 different types of wines for the company and other wineries, with over 150,000 cases sold last year. $52,348 – 10 jobs.

For more information on JTIP, visit goNM.biz.

2012 styles that made our heads turn FEATURE

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NEW YORK (AP) — Every year fashion offers up the good, the bad and the ugly.

But what the industry is really built on — and consumers respond to — is buzz.

Here are the top moments of 2012 that made our heads turn: —Angelina Jolie at the Oscars. The leg that peeked out of the high thigh-high slit of her Versace gown was the most exciting appearance on the red carpet. The gown fit perfectly into the sleek, simple, sexy mold that Jolie favors, but it was Jolie’s picture-perfect pose to expose just enough thigh that launched a thousand memes. Her companion Brad Pitt gets an honorable mention for his scruffy appearance in a Chanel fragrance ad that left many scratching their heads.

—Michelle Obama and Ann Romney’s matching hues. The wives of the presidential candidates turned

out to the second debate between Barack Obama and Mitt Romney in practically the same shade of hot pink.

But they weren’t by the same designer: Romney’s was by Oscar de la Renta, and Obama’s by Michael Kors. A potential matching prom dress-style embarrassment was chalked up to timing: October’s breast cancer awareness month.

—Marc Jacobs’ Louis Vuitton show. Many of the designer runways seemed more of the same — stark stages, thumping music and audiences distracted by their electronic gadgets — but the Louis Vuitton fall catwalk in Paris commanded attention.

Models dressed in their very best traveling clothes stepped off a reconstructed retro steam train. Valets carried the vintage-inspired hat boxes and vanity cases. The trip seemed refreshingly refined and modern.

—Two-tone Stella McCartney dresses. McCartney, no

stranger to the red carpet, has created a style that celebrities can’t get enough of. Her ultra-flattering “silhouette” dress has become almost ubiquitous. It features one color on the bodice and back, and a graphic opposite on the sides and sleeves. Kate Winslet has worn several versions, and Brooklyn Decker, Kate Moss, Edie Falco and Liv Tyler have, too. The best turn might have been Jane Fonda at the Cannes Film Festival.

—Beyonce’s back-frombaby body. Some new mothers claim they feel sexier than ever. Beyonce was living proof at the Met Gala, the important industry event co-hosted by Vogue’s Anna Wintour. Beyonce’s skintight, largely sheer — save the bodice beading and feathered fish-tail train — by Givenchy gown announced that Ivy Blue Carter’s mom wasn’t going to hold back. An honorable mention goes to Jessica

STOKOWSKI SLEUTH TRACKS PAST FOR PHILLY ORCHESTRA PHILADELPHIA (AP) — A century after Leopold Stokowski took the reins of The Philadelphia Orchestra, a history detective set on his trail has tracked down rarely-seen correspondence and belongings of the conductor af fectionately known as “Stoki.”

Jack McCarthy, an archivist for the Historical Society of Pennsylvania, conducted a yearlong project for the orchestra to mark the 100th anniversary of Stokowski’s 1912 appointment as conductor.

The orchestra has concerts, talks and other Stokowski-related events scheduled throughout the 2012-2013 season.

Poring through old correspondence in the orchestra’s expansive archives, McCarthy discovered that the University of Pennsylvania and the Curtis Institute of Music were repositories of some of the maestro’s effects.

McCarthy located items like Stokowski’s tuxedo tails and a custom-made podium that the maestro used.

PSY’S ‘GANGNAM STYLE’ REACHES 1B VIEWS ON YOUTUBE

NEW YORK (AP) — Viral star PSY has reached a new milestone on YouTube.

The South Korean rapper’s video for “Gangnam Style” has reached 1 billion views, according to YouTube’s own counter. It’s the first time any clip has surpassed that mark on the streaming service owned by Google Inc.

It shows the enduring popularity of the self-deprecating video that features Park Jae-sang’s giddy upstyle dance moves. The video has been available on YouTube since July 15, averaging more than 200 million views per month.

Justin Bieber’s video for “Baby” held the previous

YouTube record at more than 800 million views.

PSY wasn’t just popular on YouTube, either. Earlier this month Google announced “Gangnam Style” was the second highest trending search of 2012 behind Whitney Houston, who passed away in February.

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Simpson, who dieted her way to a Weight Watchers ad then wound up pregnant again.

—007’s slim suits. Daniel Craig’s wardrobe in “Skyfall” is impeccably tailored — and quite tight. Unlike the James Bonds that came before him who all liked the traditional looser, longer cut of a Savile Row-style suit, Craig, whose wardrobe is created mostly

by Tom Ford, takes his suits Euro style with tapered legs and shorter rises. There’s no question Craig’s super spy Bond will go down in history as one of the best, but it’s fair to ask if he could pull off those impressive chases in clothes that tight.

—Supermodel reunion at the London Olympics. Gold was the new black at the closing ceremony with a parade of supermodels wearing gilded gowns in a tribute to British fashion. Kate Moss and Naomi Campbell both had on Alexander McQueen, Georgia May Jagger’s was by

Victoria Beckham, Karen Elson was in Burberry, and Stella Tennant donned a Christopher Kane Swarovski-crystal catsuit. The soundtrack — of course — was David Bowie’s “Fashion.”

—Another supermodel reunion at New York Fashion Week. Alexander Wang’s show has become must-see viewing, partly for influential hipster clothes, but also for the model line-up, a who’s who of top catwalkers. It was a coup even for him, however, to get the likes of Gisele Bundchen, Carmen Kass, Frankie Rayder and Shalom Harlow, who all very rarely do shows, to walk in February. Start the wish list now of who he’ll nab for his debut at Balenciaga next year.

—Miley Cyrus’ cropped cut. When Cyrus cut off the long hair her fans had become used to, she took some heat. She has said (and Tweeted) repeatedly, though, that she was

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pleased with the new punkpixie look and was sticking with it. Short hair turned out to be a big trend, with Alicia Keys, Rihanna and Anne Hathaway all ending the year with much shorter locks than they started with.

—Julianne Moore at the Emmys. Moore’s neon-yellow Dior Haute Couture outfit (really a sweater and ball skirt) spawned a love-it-orhate-it debate among armchair style critics. What was largely left out of that conversation, however, was that it was Raf Simons’ big celebrity debut for Dior, which he took creative control of after the John Galliano scandal. At least Simons can claim the better reviews when it came to his showdown of next-gen designers at historic French houses against Hedi Slimane at Saint Laurent Paris.

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Eichner returns irreverent game show to streets

NEW YORK (AP) — Imagine walking to work on the streets of New York and finding yourself in front of a camera being asked pop culture questions by a kinetically insane game show host.

It could happen if you run into Billy Eichner.

On his weekly show, “Funny or Die’s Billy on the Street,” the comedian quizzes pedestrians by asking irreverent questions — “Does Lady Gaga look like an ostrich?” — or by rattling off a list of celebrity names and having players confirm if they’re “Dead or Boring.”

Prizes range from a dollar bill to a ream of paper.

There’s just one caveat: some of the answers are subjective, and must conform to the host’s opinions.

Eichner began the man-onthe-street-style game show on YouTube, but last year Fuse picked up as a weekly television series. It airs

every Friday night.

Recently, the Queensborn comedian sat down with the Associated Press to talk about the show and his fascination with Meryl Streep.

AP: Running up to New Yorkers on the street isn’t always a safe thing to do.

Have you ever felt threatened?

Eichner: Nine times out of 10 people are game. You know, pardon the pun. But they are. They might not want to participate, they might just walk past me, but they’re not angry. Once in a while I’ve had a handful of occurrences where people get angry. An old lady slapped me across the face really hard. You know, people sort of like, shake the camera — you know they do that Sean Penn thing where they’re like, ‘Get out of my face.’ ... It’s never gotten crazy but verbally it gets heated and that’s what’s fun

With ‘Les Miz,’ a new kind of speech for Hooper

NEW YORK (AP) — Tom Hooper, the director of intimate character studies like the Oscar-winning “The King’s Speech,” the HBO miniseries “John Adams” and the TV drama “Longford,” would not seem the sort of chap likely to make a sprawling adaptation of a beloved Broadway musical.

“I’ve always had an epic filmmaker within me clamoring to get out,” explains the British director.

That much becomes clear in Hooper’s new film, “Les Miserables.” From the musical based on Victor Hugo’s novel, the film is an enormous, star-studded affair overlaid on a French revolution canvas yet painted with a naturalistic brush.

The film, which has been nominated for four Golden Globes, has returned Hooper to the thick of the Oscar race two years after the Academy Awards’ coronation of “The King’s Speech.” A few months after that film won best picture and best director for Hooper, he was onto “Les Miz,” spending the “capital,” he says, that he earned with “The King’s Speech.”

“I just thought: How can I follow this?” Hooper said in a recent interview. “In the end, I thought the best thing to do was just get back to work and to get back on the horse. I felt that the longer I left it, I might get kind of self-conscious or it might become this big thing in my head.”

His approach to “Les Miserables,” a sung-through musical without dialogue, was centered on filming all of the singing live, as opposed to lip-syncing it. While that’s been done piecemeal in films, few movies (most notably Peter Bogdanovich’s “At Long Last Love”) have applied it so completely.

“Even the ones I most love like ‘Fiddler,’ ‘West Side Story,’ ‘Sound of Music,’ I noticed that I was having to re-forgive the film continuously for lip-syncing,” says Hooper. “I didn’t want people to watch ‘Les Miserables’ knowing in advance that I would be seeking for them to forgive me.”

The live singing meant Hugh Jackman (the escaped criminal Jean Valjean) would be singing while standing in a river of mud; that long single takes would be necessary for some numbers to maintain tempo continuity; and that the actors would be performing with tiny earpieces piping in live piano accompaniment. But the choice also injected “Les Miz” with rawness and realism and gave its cast the ability to act in the moment.

“If the singer is thinking about singing, the audience is going to think about the singing,” says Jackman. A Broadway vet, Jackson hopes Hooper has found a new way to “deliver the genre” of movie musicals, which have waned in popularity in recent years even as reality singing competitions have drawn big ratings on TV. Hooper has already developed a reputation as an actor’s director, having steered Colin Firth and Geoffrey Rush (“The King’s Speech”) and Paul Giamatti and Laura Linney (”John Adams”) to acting honors. The performances in “Les Miz” — given room for spontaneity and framed in close-up — have been widely hailed, including those of Russell Crowe (the police chief Javert), Eddie Redmayne (the revolutionary Marius) and particularly Anne Hathaway, who as the tragic Fantine sings the show-stopping “I Dreamed a Dream” in one take.

The film, Hathaway says, proves Hooper “isn’t a oneoff” after “The King’s Speech.”

Fittingly, it was a musical that started Hooper on the path to directing. As a 10- or 11-year-old boy, the London-born son of a businessman and an academic was introduced to theater by his school drama teacher, former Royal Shakespeare Company actor Roger Mortimer.

Hooper’s first taste of performing came as a gang member in “The Beggar’s Opera” and then a lovesick British officer in Gilbert and Sullivan’s “Patience” — vivid childhood memories, he says. But seeing that he was unable to land lead roles in a school of a few hundred, he instead turned to directing: “I was weirdly strategic as a kid,” he says.

Hooper made his first 16mm film by the age of 13 and before he was 20, he had sold a professionally financed short to British television. After studying at Oxford University, he went into TV work with the BBC. As a fan of films by Francis Ford Coppola and Ingmar Bergman, Hooper seems surprised that he’s turned out to be such a plucker of heart strings. Audiences responded passionately to the personal triumph tale of “The King’s Speech,” a global $414.2 million hit cheered by those with speech impediments and many others.

“I did want to stay in an emotional place in my filmmaking,” he says. “What attracted me about ‘Les Miserables’ was to possibly work in an even more emotional way.”

about the show.

AP: Last season was pretty funny, how do you plan to step up your game this time around?

Eichner: This season’s a nice mix of real people on the street and celebrity guests. Will Ferrell, Maya Rudolph and Rashida Jones, Debra Messing, a lot of people. Zach Quinto. It’s a lot. Andy Cohen. Rachel Dratch. It’s really great people.

AP: This season papa comes home, your Funny Or Die founder Will Ferrell.

What do you have planned?

Eichner: Will plays a game with me called, ‘Would Drew Barrymore like this?’ and I run down a list of things and he has to tell me whether or not he thinks Drew Barrymore would like that and I tell him based on my objective opinion whether I think he’s right or wrong based on my vision of what Drew Barrymore

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would or would not like.

And then we play a game with him called ‘Scream for an American Girl doll’ and it’s him versus these 7-, 8year-old girls on the street and they have like a scream off to see who can win this American Girl doll and it’s pretty funny.

AP: What else do you have in store for your celebrity guests?

Eichner: Playing all kinds of games. Rachel Dratch was on our show last season. She played a game where she had to name 20 white people in 30 seconds and she couldn’t do it. She had a meltdown. She just panicked and couldn’t do it.

So we brought her back to redeem herself this year and she runs our first ‘Billy on the Street’ obstacle course, which is really fun. It has a special theme I can’t talk about but it’s unlike anything you’ve ever seen, I’ll say that.

AP: Do you consider yourself a new wave game show host?

Eichner: (Laughs) Maybe.

No. I’m a comedian for the most part. I like talking to people to get their reaction, and yes I do ask them question like a game show host.

But the correct answer is more about my opinion than fact. So then no.

AP: Tell me some funny things that you do?

Billy Eichner: I like to go up to really straight looking dudes and say, OK, if I held a gun to your head and you had to have sex with one guy who would it be? Like, is it Brad Pitt? Who could you make it happen with if absolutely necessary? I like to push people’s buttons a little bit. Sort of get past their comfort zone and also see what comes to their mind when they don’t have much prep time. That’s’ what’s fun about the show.

You get people’s initial gut

reactions to things. I went up to a guy I think this was in the first or second episode this season in Times Square and I said, ‘Sir, name one celebrity you hate for a dollar’ and he’s like, ‘I hate Richard Gere.’

And like, Richard Gere is who this person says? You couldn’t write it. It’s so bizarre. I love that.

AP: Is your Meryl Streep fascination real?

Eichner: Ummm, yes. I got into an argument with this street guy over Meryl Streep last season. He kept calling her Meryl Streak.

Like she’s a porn star. She’s not a porn star. She’s just the greatest actress ever.

She won Oscars. Who did he like? Glenn Close. He said she was new millennium or something and Meryl Streep was just old school.

He was wrong. Glenn Close was in “Dangerous Liasons” a hundred years ago.

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‘Breakfast at Tiffany’s’ added to US film registry

WASHINGTON (AP) — “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” ‘’Dirty Harry” and “A League of Their Own” will be preserved for their enduring significance in American culture by the Library of Congress, along with “A Christmas Story” and some pioneering sports movies.

They are among 25 selections the library is inducting Wednesday into the National Film Registry.

Congress created the program in 1989 to preserve films for their cultural or historical significance.

The latest additions bring the registry to 600 films that include Hollywood features, documentaries, independent films and early experimental flicks.

The newest movie chosen for preservation is 1999’s “The Matrix,” noted for its state-of-theart special effects and computergenerated animation with a style that drew on Hong Kong action films and Japanese anime to change science fiction filmmaking, curators noted.

The oldest film being preserved, “The Corbett-Fitzsimmons Title Fight,” dates back 115 years to 1897. Film curators said the boxing movie helped establish the film industry as a successful business, drawing on the sport’s popularity and controversy to generate $750,000 in income. Boxing was illegal in many states at the time but had been made legal in Nevada, which hosted the fight.

The film, with a running time of about 100 minutes, became the longest movie ever produced at the time, showing the full course of the fight.

Another pioneering sports film, “They Call It Pro Football” from 1967, was chosen for how it

changed the way football was portrayed on screen. Before then, football films were mostly highlight reels. National Football League commissioner Pete Rozelle decided the success of the NFL depended on its television image, to capture the struggle of football and not just the end result on the scoreboard.

The Librarian of Congress makes the selections each year after conferring with members of the National Film Preservation Board and receiving public nominations. To be considered, the films must be at least 10 years old.

“These films are not selected as the ‘best’ American films of all time, but rather as works of enduring importance to American culture,” said Librarian of Congress James Billington in announcing the selections. “They reflect who we are as a people and as a nation.”

They also include some unforgettable characters.

Audrey Hepburn landed the lead in 1961’s “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” even though writer Truman Capote wanted Marilyn Monroe for the part. Film critics and the audience decided Capote was wrong and hailed Hepburn’s portrayal.

“A League of Their Own” from 1992 received many public nominations for the film registry over the years. With a cast that included Geena Davis, Tom Hanks, Madonna and Rosie O’Donnell, it told the story of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League.

Numerous public nominations also were received for “Born Yes-

terday” from 1950 and “A Christmas Story” from 1983. Both were chosen this year. Other Hollywood features on the list include “Anatomy of a Murder” from 1959 and “3:10 to Yuma” from 1957.

Each title named to the registry will be preserved in the library’s Packard Campus for Audio Visual Conservation, built partially in a bunker in Culpeper, Va., or through collaborations with other archives or studios.

Documentaries chosen this year include “The T imes of Harvey Milk,” made in 1984 about San Francisco’s first openly gay elected official who was assassinated in 1978, and “Samsara: Death and Rebirth in Cambodia” from 1990 about the struggle to rebuild after Pol Pot’s rule.

This year’s selections include some firsts in film history. The 1914 film “Uncle Tom’s Cabin,” based on the anti-slavery novel by Harriet Beecher Stowe, had been adapted earlier for movies with white actors in the lead roles. But this version was the first featurelength U.S. film to star a black actor when Sam Lucas was chosen for the part.

The library will also preserve the first “Kodachrome Color Motion Picture Tests” from 1922. The twocolor film features leading actresses posing and miming for the camera to demonstrate the new color film. Before then, to show film in color, black and white images either had to be hand-painted or colored with a stenciling process.

Inventors, including scientists at Kodak, began experimenting with ways to create true color film.

The Kodachrome test shown at Paragon Studios in New Jersey

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In this image released by Paramount Pictures, Audrey Hepburn is shown in a scene from "Breakfast at Tiffany’s." was the first publicly demonstrated color film that would attract interest from the American film industry. Later Technicolor would become the industry standard.

“Most every major Hollywood film from 1922 through the end of the silent era would have either a Kodachrome color sequence in it

Family dog is on the guest list for holiday dinner LOS ANGELES (AP) — The most prized holiday guests are those that eat with gusto, express their appreciation and lick their plates clean.

So what if some of them eat off the floor, get a little sloppy and never help with the dishes?

At Nancy Guberti’s house, Flower, a 6-year -old blackand-white shih tzu, will eat the same organic turkey and spinach as Guberti’s own sons.

“She’s part of the family and she’s such a good dog,” Guberti said. “We treat her with the utmost respect, like you’d want to be treated.”

Guberti, a certified nutritionist in New York City, makes a special dinner for the whole family to share five times a year — Christmas, New Year’s, Easter, Thanksgiving and Flower’s June 10 birthday.

Plenty of people cook for their dogs year-round, but the holidays might be the easiest time because human menus can be so easily adapted to their needs, said Sarah Zorn, a New York pet columnist for the magazine Everyday with Rachael Ray. She also creates and tests most of the pet recipes the magazine runs.

“Do unto your dog as you are doing to yourself,” she said. Ingredients that are good for humans are very often good for dogs too, she said.

Dogs have millions of taste buds, said Dr. Katy Nelson.

But the veterinarian said those taste buds are not really well defined — and neither is the dog’s sense of smell.

“My dog thinks the garbage can smells good, so it’s all subjective,” Zorn said.

Nelson, who hosts “The Pet Show” on Saturdays on News Channel 8 in Washington, D.C., had guests who made turkey cakes she plans to make for Papi, her 70-pound Labradoodle, on Christmas morning.

They look like crabcakes, with brown rice, vegetables and shredded turkey. You mix that with an egg, make patties and sear them in a pan,” she said.

How would you fix a traditional holiday dinner of appetizers, turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, candied sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, biscuits and dessert to serve dogs and humans? No matter how spicy the human food is, the dog’s has to be bland and low-fat.

“Before dinner, they can

or Technicolor color sequence as a way of attracting audience interest,” said Pat Loughney, chief of the library’s audio visual preservation campus. “It’s a technical, historical achievement, but it’s important to the progress of inventive work that made motion pictures successful.”

New take on falafel SARA MOULTON ASSOCIATED PRESS

Black-eyed peas — which really are a bean — originated in Africa and found their way to ancient India and Asia thousands of years ago.

As early as the 5th century people were eating them for good luck on New Year’s Eve. But they didn’t make their way to America until the 18th century, a product of the slave trade.

It was during the Civil War that black-eyed peas became a staple of the Southern diet, as well as a token of good luck in the new year in that part of the country. The story goes that as the Union army stormed through the South appropriating crops and livestock as provisions, they turned up their collective nose at blackeyed peas. The troops in blue considered them mere “field peas,” fit for livestock, not people.

In this way, black-eyed peas, paired up with greens, became a dietary staple of the surviving Confederates.

This recipe is a mash-up not only of a traditional favorite from the American South, but also of one from the Middle East. I’m talking about falafel.

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In this Dec. 15 photo, New York pet columnist for the magazine "Everyday with Rachael Ray" Sarah Zorn gives her dog Rowdy one of her gingerbread holiday dog biscuits during a photo session in her home in Brooklyn, N.Y.

graze like everybody else, have a couple of carrot sticks and cheese cubes,” Zorn said.

When it comes to preparing the turkey, go saltless, she said. Eliminate onions and garlic, white flour, refined sugars and processed foods.

That doesn’t mean you can’t put anything in the dog’s meal. “There are actually a lot of herbs that are good for dogs. Parsley is good for them — it’s a natural breath freshener. Ginger is good for digestion and turmeric is good.

It’s hard to make biscuits without flour, Zorn said. “But try to use whole wheat, barley, rice, flax or amaranth because they should really have a lowgluten diet.”

For side dishes, make the green beans with chicken stock or sauteed mushroom soup. Before you candy the sweet potatoes, take one out for the dog and steam it with a

little cinnamon and ginger.

White potatoes are OK, too, although not as healthy as sweet potatoes. A little cranberry sauce is good for a dog.

Instead of gravy, use turkey juice or stock, Zorn said.

For dessert, Zorn recommends gingerbread biscuits.

Dogs also love peanut butter cookies with yogurt frosting, she said.

Zorn tries out many of her creations on her own dog Rowdy, a hound mix. “He is the first rung of the testing process. He’s my child to be sure — obsessed with food. If this dog doesn’t eat it, the recipe needs to be scrapped,” she said.

All of the dog’s food can go in one bowl, Zorn said. Every other day of the year, Rowdy gets 1 1⁄2 cups of food twice a day, so he’ll get the same on Christmas Day. “We are talking about making this special,

but he’s not going to gain 10 pounds.”

Zorn drew up a quick nicenaughty dog food list.

Bad: Chocolate, coffee, alcohol, raisins and grapes, onions and garlic, milk, avocado, macadamia nuts and yeast.

Cabbage, broccoli and cauliflower can cause gas but are OK in small doses. Tomatoes, eggplant and peppers aren’t dangerous but add nothing positive to a dog’s diet.

Good: Lean meats, fish, tuna, olive oil, eggs, egg shells, yogurt, carrots, green beans, peas, sweet potatoes and pumpkin.

Finally, Zorn said Santa’s reindeer would probably turn up their noses at Santa’s cookies and milk.

But they would welcome a bowl of berries, acorns, a carrot, a little hay or alfalfa pellets, along with a bowl of water.

Black-eyed pea falafel with spicy aioli sauce Start to finish: 1 hour 10 minutes Servings: 6 (makes 18 falafel) 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1 ⁄2 cup finely chopped yellow onion (1 small onion) 1 1⁄2 teaspoons minced garlic, divided 3 ⁄4 teaspoon ground cumin 1 ⁄2 teaspoon ground coriander 1 ⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 15 1⁄2-ounce can black-eyed peas 1 large egg 2 tablespoons well-stirred tahini 1 ⁄4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 ⁄2 cup low-fat mayonnaise 1 teaspoon lemon juice 1 ⁄4 to 1⁄2 teaspoon hot sauce, or to taste 3 ⁄4 cup panko breadcrumbs Chopped scallions, to garnish In a medium skillet over medium, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil. Add the onion, reduce the heat to moderately low, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until it has softened.

Add 1 teaspoon of the garlic, the cumin, coriander and the cayenne. Cook for 1 minute, then transfer to a medium bowl.

Drain and rinse the black eyed peas. Pulse them in the food processor fitted with the chopping blade just until they are coarsely chopped.

Remove 1⁄2 cup of the chopped black-eyes peas and to the onion mixture.

To the remaining black-eyed peas in the processor, add the egg, tahini and salt. Process until very finely ground, then stir them into the onion mixture. Cover and chill for 30 minutes.

Meanwhile, prepare the spicy aioli.

In a small bowl stir together the mayonnaise, remaining 1⁄2 teaspoon of garlic and the hot sauce. Set aside.

Once the black-eyed pea mixture has chilled, shape it into 18 patties (the mixture will be loose). Spread out the panko in a pie plate lined with waxed paper or parchment paper, then one at a time dip the patties into it to coat on all sides, lifting the paper on both sides to move them around. Shake off any excess.

In a large non-resistant skillet over medium, heat 2 tablespoons of the remaining oil until hot. Working in batches, add the falafel patties and cook until crisp and golden on one side.

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and turn the patties; cook for 3 minutes, or until crisp and golden.

To serve, arrange the falafel patties on a platter and top each with aioli and a sprinkle of scallion.

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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN:

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Cooperative Educational Services, 4216 Balloon Park Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109, will receive sealed proposals until 1:30 p.m. local time, Friday, February 01, 2013, for:

Category 1: Janitorial Products, Equipment and Consulting/Training Services Category 2: Temporary Employment and Recruitment Services Category 3: Consulting Services and Products for Turf Management, Including Testing, Evaluating, Analyzing and Treating Soils, Lawns, Bushes, Trees and Other Landscaping Areas Category 4: School Safety Audit, Inspection, Consulting and Training Services Category 5: Manufacturer Only for Desktop, Laptop, Tablet, Servers, Printers, Monitors, Scanners, Peripherals, Accessories, Parts and Repair Services

There will be a Non-Required Pre-Proposal Conference held on Thursday, January 10, 2013, at 1:30 p.m. local time at the Cooperative Educational Services offices, 4216 Balloon Park Road NE, Albuquerque, NM. To participate in the Pre-Proposal Conference by phone, contact CES’ Procurement office by phone at 505-344-5470.

All proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “SEALED PROPOSAL - RFP 2013-011” on the front of the envelope. A list of qualifications and specifications, instructions to bidders and RFP forms can be obtained upon request by fax (505-344-9343), mail, email (bids@ces.org) or by telephone (505-344-5470) from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, except holidays.

Cooperative Educational Services reserves the express right to accept or reject any or all bids. /s/David Chavez Executive Director

RESOLUTION AND PROCLAMATION OF EASTERN NEW MEXICO UNIVERSITY ROSWELL BRANCH COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD AUTHORIZING AN ELECTION FOR THE PURPOSE OF ELECTING TWO (2) BOARD MEMBERS.

WHEREAS, the Eastern New University Roswell Branch Community College Board (herein the “Board”), in the County of Chaves and State of New Mexico, determines by this resolution duly adopted on Tuesday, November 6, 2012, that a Board Election, (herein, the “Election”) will be held on Tuesday, February 5, 2013, in accordance with NMSA 1978, §§ 1-22-1 through 1-22-19; and

WHEREAS, the Board determines that the terms of office for the Board members serving for Election District 2 and Election District 3 will expire and come up for election on February 5, 2013; and

WHEREAS, the Board determines that an election shall be held to elect Board members for Election District 3 on Tuesday, February 5, 2013, the Election, in accordance with NMSA 1978, §§ 1-22-1 through 1-22-19.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE EASTERN NEW MEXICO UNIVERSITY ROSWELL BRANCH COMMUNITY COLLEGE BOARD, IN THE COUNTY OF CHAVES AND THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO THAT THE FOLLOWING PROCLAMATION IS HEREBY ISSUED: PROCLAMATION

Section 1. On Tuesday, the 5th day of February, 2013, there will be held an election for Election District 2 and Election District 3 of the Eastern New Mexico University Roswell Branch Community College Board, in Chaves County, New Mexico.

Section 2. One Board member shall be elected from Election District 2 and one Board member shall be elected from Election District 3 for a total of two Board members. Positions shall be designated on the ballot as Position Two (2) and Position Three (3).

Section 3. Declarations of candidacy are to be filed with the Chaves County Clerk, at One Saint Mary’s Place, Roswell, New Mexico, on Tuesday, December 18, 2012, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time.

In making a declaration of candidacy, the candidate shall submit a sworn statement of intent in substantially the following form:

“DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY – STATEMENT OF INTENT I, ________, (candidate’s name on certificate of registration) being first duly sworn, say that I am a voter of Precinct No._____ of the County of Chaves, was a resident at that State of New Mexico. I reside at ________ and place on the date of the Eastern New Mexico University Roswell Branch Community College Board’s proclamation calling the election for which I am a candidate; I am a qualified elector of the State of New Mexico residing within the Eastern New Mexico University Roswell Branch Community College District Number __________; I desire to become a candidate for the Eastern New Mexico University Roswell Branch Community College Board, Position No. at the Eastern New Mexico University/Roswell Branch Community College Board election to be held on February 5, 2013; I will be eligible and legally qualified to hold this office at the beginning of its term; and I make the foregoing affidavit under oath, knowing that any false statement herein constitutes a felony punishable under the criminal laws of New Mexico. ________________________________ (Declarant) _______________________________ (Mailing Address) _______________________________ (Residence Address) Subscribed and sworn to before me this ___ day of ________ , 20 _____. _________________ (Notary Public) My commission expires: _______________”.

Section 4. Declarations of intent to be a write-in candidate are to be filed with the Chaves County Clerk, at One Saint Mary’s Place, Roswell, New Mexico by 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time on Tuesday, January 1, 2013.

Section 5. Precincts shall be consolidated for the Election pursuant to NMSA 1978, §1-22-6, all as hereinafter set forth. The precincts, including consolidation precincts, and the location and designation of each polling place shall be as follows: Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell District No. 2 Community College Board Member Election Precinct 12

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell District No. 2 Community College Board Member Election Precinct 36 Part of 101

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell District No. 2 Community College Board Member Election Precinct 72, 94

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell District No. 2 Community College Board Member Election Precinct Part of 72, 73, 101 and 102

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell District No. 2 Community College Board Member Election Precinct Part of 101, 102, 103 and 47 Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell District No. 2 Community College

ETZ 2013-1: A request for a Variance to a required rear yard property line setback. The property is described as NM1/4 of S2 T11S R23E also known as Lot 14, Block 18 of Las Lomas Subdivision, located at 313 Avenue G in Roswell, NM ETZ 2013-2: A request for an Additional Use to include a Billboard in the Industrial Zoning District on property described as part of SW4SW4 S34 T10S R23E, also known as Tract 2 of Survey S12-01, located on the East of 5431 W. 2d St. in Roswell, NM

Members of the public having protest and/or comments to offer must submit such protest and/or comments in writing at least one (1) day prior to the public hearing day of the Extraterritorial Zoning Commission meeting to the Chaves County Planning and Zoning Office, P.O. Box 1817, Roswell, NM 88202. Providing comment at least (8) days before the first hearing allows your comments to be included in the written report.

If you are an individual with a disability who is in need of a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter, or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the hearing or meeting, please contact the Planning & Zoning Director at 624-6606 at least one week prior to the meeting, or as soon as possible. Public documents, including the agenda and minutes can be provided in various accessible formats. Please contact the Planning & Zoning Director at 624-6606 if a summary or other type of accessible format is needed.

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Precincts and Districts

That a public hearing will be held by the Extraterritorial Zoning Commission on January 8, 2013 beginning at 5:30 P.M. in the Commissioners’ Chambers of the Chaves County Administrative Center - Joseph R. Skeen Building, #1 St. Mary’s Place, to offer the public an opportunity to comment on the agenda items below:

Polling Places

Immanuel Lutheran Church 1405 N. Sycamore Roswell, NM 88201 Sierra Middle School 615 S. Sycamore Roswell, NM 88203 University High School 25 W. Martin Roswell, NM 88203 Central Office Dexter School 100 N. Lincoln Dexter, NM 88230 Hagerman Town Hall 209 E. Argyle Hagerman, NM 88232 Community Center 704 Maine

Board Member Election Precinct Part of 102 and 103

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell District No. 3 Community College Board Member Election Precincts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 10, 44, 46

Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell District No. 3 Community College Board Member Election Precincts 6, 9, 21 Absentee

Lake Arthur, NM 88253 Goddard High School 701 E. Country Club Rd. Roswell, NM 88201 Westminster Presbyterian Church 2801 W. 4th St. Roswell, NM 88201 County Clerk’s Office #1 St. Mary’s Place Suite 110 Roswell, NM 88203

Section 6. A person is a qualified elector if he or she is a citizen of the United States, at least eighteen years of age, and a resident of either Election District 2 or Election District 3 on the day of the Election. In order to vote, qualified electors must have previously registered with the County Clerk of Chaves County or any voter registration agent in accordance with law. Any qualified elector of District 2 or District 3 who is not now registered and who wishes to vote at such Election should register during regular office hours prior to 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time on Tuesday, January 8, 2013, that being the twenty-eighth day immediately preceding the Election at the of the County Clerk of County, at One Saint Mary’s Place, Roswell, New Mexico, or by any registration agent at a designated agency as provided in NMSA 1978 §§1-4-47 and 1-4-48.

Section 7. Only residents of Election District 2 may vote for candidates running for the Board position for Election District 2. Only residents of the Election District 3 may vote for candidates running for the Board position for Election District 3

Section 8. The polling places will be open between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time on the day of the Election, Tuesday, February 5, 2013.

Section 9. Absentee voting will be permitted as authorized by NMSA 1978, § 1-22-19, and the Absent Voter Act of the Election Code, NMSA 1978 §§ 1-6-1 through 1-6-18. Application for absentee ballots may be obtained from the office of the County Clerk of Chaves County, at One Saint Mary’s Place, Roswell, New Mexico; however, at 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time on Monday, February 4, 2013 (the Monday before the election), the County Clerk is required by statute to destroy unused absentee ballots. Therefore, completed applications must be returned to the County Clerk prior to 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time on Friday, February 1, 2013. Absentee ballots of District voters may be marked in person at the office of the County Clerk of Chaves County, One Saint Mary’s Place, Roswell, New Mexico, and delivered to the County Clerk from Friday, January 11, 2013, at 8:00 a.m.

Mountain Standard Time until Friday, February 1, 2013, at 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time. At any time prior to 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time on Monday, February 4, 2013, any person in the District whose absentee ballot application has been accepted and to whom an absentee ballot has been mailed, but who has not received the absentee ballot, may execute, in the office of the County Clerk of Chaves County, a sworn affidavit stating that he or she did not receive or vote his or her absentee ballot. Upon receipt of the sworn affidavit, the County Clerk shall issue the voter a replacement absentee ballot. At any time prior to 7:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time on, Tuesday, February 5, 2013, any voter in the District who has applied for, but not received an absentee ballot, may present himself or herself at his or her assigned polling place and execute an affidavit of non-receipt of absentee ballot. Upon execution of such affidavit, such voter shall be permitted to vote on an emergency paper ballot.

Section 10. The County Clerk of Chaves County, New Mexico is required by law to close the registration books for the election at 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time, on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 and a person will be allowed to vote only if he or she is an elector of the Community College District and currently registered to vote in the Community College District at that time. Any qualified elector of the Community College District who is not now registered and who wishes to vote at the election should register during regular office hours at the office of the County Clerk of Chaves County, at One Saint Mary’s Place, Roswell, NM prior 5:00 p.m.

Mountain Standard Time on Tuesday, January 8, 2013. For federal qualified electors and overseas voters, the County Clerk shall accept a certificate of registration by electronic transmission from a voter qualified to apply for and vote by absentee ballot in the Community College District if the transmission is received before 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time on February 1, 2013, the Friday immediately preceding the election.

Section 11. The President of Eastern New Mexico University Roswell is directed to publish or cause to be published a copy of this Resolution and Proclamation in a newspaper of general circulation in the District at least once a week for three consecutive weeks, with the last insertion to be not less than thirty days prior to the date of the Election.

Section 12. The President of Eastern New Mexico University Roswell is further directed to file a copy of this Resolution and Proclamation with the County Clerk of Chaves County.

Section 13. The President of Eastern New Mexico University Roswell is hereby authorized and directed to take all actions necessary or appropriate to effectuate the provisions of this Resolution and Proclamation.

Section 14. All actions heretofore taken by the Board, the President of the Board, the Secretary of the Board and the President of Eastern New Mexico University Roswell or his agents to facilitate and effectuate the Election that are not inconsistent with law and the provisions of this Resolution and Proclamation are hereby ratified, approved and confirmed.

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-----------------------------------------------------------------------Publish December 23, 2012 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Sealed RFP’s in triplicate will be received until 3:00 pm, 11 January 2012, at the Office of the Chief Financial Officer, New Mexico Military Institute, Roswell, New Mexico for the following: Yearbook Publishing

Request for Proposals may be secured free of charge at the NMMI, Office of the Chief Financial Officer, 101 West College Blvd., Roswell, NM 88201 or on the NMMI website at The https:/www.nmmi.edu/administration/index.htm Board of Regents reserves the right to reject any and all RFPs and to waive all technicalities or informalities in the proposing.

Board of Regents New Mexico Military Institute By:/s/Stephen Paternoster

ATTEST: /s/ Jesse Eckel Secretary/Treasurer

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Roswell City Council will consider Ordinance 13-03, described below during its regular meeting at 7:00 p.m., January 10, 2013 in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 425 N. Richardson, Roswell, New Mexico. The City Council will conduct a Public Hearing to hear comment in favor of or against the proposed ordinance and may thereafter take final action.

ORDINANCE NO. 13-03

An ordinance of the City of Roswell providing that the Code of Ordinances, City of Roswell, New Mexico be amended by revising section 22-15 in the Roswell City Code regarding the replacement of sidewalks. /S/SHARON COLL, CITY CLERK

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Complete copies of the current ordinance is available for inspection in the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall during normal business hours and copies may be purchased upon payment of copying costs.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Publish Dec. 16, 23, 30, 2012, Jan. 6, 2013 STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF CHAVES FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT

No. D-504-CV-200901096

BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LA SALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE, v.

Plaintiff,

MARY L. HIGGINS,

Defendant(s).

NOTICE OF SALE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned Special Master will on January 10, 2013 at 11:30 AM, the West steps entrance of the Chaves County Courthouse, 400 N. Virginia, sell and convey to the highest bidder for cash all the right, title, and interest of the above-named defendants in and to the following described real estate located in said County and State: LOT 4, BLOCK 23 OF LINDA VISTA ESTATES NO. 2, A REDIVISION, IN THE CITY OF ROSWELL, COUNTY OF CHAVES AND STATE OF NEW MEXICO, AS SHOWN ON THE OFFICIAL PLAT RECORDED JUNE 25, 1958 IN PLAT BOOK C, PAGE 80, REAL RECORDS OF CHAVES PROPERTY COUNTY, NEW MEXICO.

The address of the real property is 3205 N. Garden Road, Roswell, NM 88201. Plaintiff does not represent or warrant that the stated street address is the street address of the described property; if the street address does not match the legal description, then the property being sold herein is the property more particularly described above, not the property located at the street address; any prospective purchaser at the sale is given notice that it should verify the location and address of the property being sold. Said sale will be made pursuant to the judgment entered on February 25, 2010 in the above entitled and numbered cause, which was a suit to foreclose a mortgage held by the above Plaintiff and wherein Plaintiff was adjudged to have a lien against the above-described real estate in the sum of $97,875.62 plus interest from February 1, 2010 to the date of sale at the rate of 6.953% per annum, the costs of sale, including the Special Master's fee, publication costs, and Plaintiff's costs expended for taxes, insurance, and keeping the property in good repair. Plaintiff has the right to bid at such sale and submit its bid verbally or in writing. The Plaintiff may apply all or any part of its judgment to the purchase price in lieu of cash.

At the date and time stated above, the Special Master may postpone the sale to such later date and time as the Special Master may specify.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that this sale may be subject to a bankruptcy filing, a pay off, a reinstatement or any other condition that would cause the cancellation of this sale. Further, if any of these conditions exist, at the time of sale, this sale will be null and void, the successful bidder's funds shall be returned, and the Special Master and the mortgagee giving this notice shall not be liable to the successful bidder for any damages.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the real property and improvements concerned with herein will be sold subject to any and all patent reservations, easements, all recorded and unrecorded liens not foreclosed herein, and all recorded and unrecorded special assessments and taxes that may be due. Plaintiff and its attorneys disclaim all responsibility for, and the purchaser at the sale takes the property subject to, the valuation of the property by the County Assessor as real or personal property, affixture of any mobile or manufactured home to the land, deactivation of title to a mobile or manufactured home on the property, if any, environmental contamination on the property, if any, and zoning violations concerning the property, if any.

NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that the purchaser at such sale shall take title to the above-described real property subject to rights of redemption.

Dated at Roswell, New Mexico, this 6th day of November, 2012.

Eloise Blake President, Eastern New Mexico University Roswell Branch Community College Board

[SEAL] Attest:

Mireya Trujillo Secretary, Eastern New Mexico University Roswell Branch Community College Board

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NM12-01971_FC01

Faisal Sukhyani Special Master 2222 Parkwest Drive NW Albuquerque, NM 87120-3660

D4 Sunday, December 23, 2012 GARAGE SALES 003. East

TIME FOR Christmas: 603 E. Van Buren, Today.

Push scooter, Nintendo 64, rocker, quilts, small hutch, pitcher/bowl stand, etc.

ANNOUNCEMENTS 025. Lost and Found

2 LOST DOGS 1 chihuahua 1 puggle 6months ago, southwest part of town. Puggle has underbite, and is light brn and black, both female.

575-626-1344 BAY MARE picked up in Hagerman NM for info call 575-840-5375 FOUND TWO Kittens 6-8 mos old, 1 black male, female tortiose found in the town and country mobile home area. Call bev at 806-549-3636 FOUND CAT Near country Club and Washington.

White w/ light orange spots.

Has collar. Call 627-8452 to indentify.

INSTRUCTION

030. Education & Instructions

TUTORING SERVICES Certified and Experienced Elementary school teacher.

Pre-K thru 5th grade.

575-936-9466

EMPLOYMENT

045.

Employment Opportunities

PUT GRAPHICS IN YOUR AD! ADD A PICTURE OF YOUR PET, YOUR HOUSE, YOUR CAR, YOUR COMPANY’S LOGO!

045.

Employment Opportunities

COMFORT KEEPERS is seeking kind, caring & personable individuals to provide In-Home Care for our senior and elderly clients. We are looking for experienced caregivers and CNA's who can provide Companion/Homemaker services as well as Personal Care Services for our clients. Morning, Overnight and Weekend positions available.

Applicants must have a very neat & clean appearance. Full and Part-time positions available. Applicants must have a valid drivers license and auto insurance.

References Required.

Come join our great team.

Apply at: 1410 South Main, Roswell EOE www.comfortkeepers.com

Plant Operator/ Lab Technician Full Time for asphalt emulsion materials, testing production. Experience preferred but will train.

Pay DOE. Must have valid drivers license, pass drug screen & physical.

Physical Requirements: Ability to work outdoors, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform work using a full range body motion (stooping and crawling).

Subject to on-call and occasional overtime requirements. Apply 8am-1pm at: Western Emulsions 49 East Martin St., Roswell, NM 88203 Email: juan@westernemulsions.com NOW HIRING a full-time Clinical Supervisor for Children's Core Service Agency in Ruidoso.

Individual will oversee assessments and home-based therapy services for children with emotional/behavioral problems and their families. Must be Independently Licensed in New Mexico with at least two years of experience working with children, adolescents and families, prior supervisory experience preferred. Submit letter of interest and resume to jobs@ teambuilders-counseling.org

E-MAIL PICTURES TO: CLASSIFIEDS@ RDRNEWS.COM

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Publish December 23, 2012

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Roswell City Council will consider Ordinance 13-01, described below during its regular meeting at 7:00 p.m., January 10, 2013 in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 425 N. Richardson, Roswell, New Mexico. The City Council will conduct a Public Hearing to hear comment in favor of or against the proposed ordinance and may thereafter take final action.

ORDINANCE NO. 13-01

An ordinance of the City of Roswell providing that the Code of Ordinances, City of Roswell, New Mexico be amended by revising section 4-36(a) in the Roswell City Code to add an exception to allow dogs to be off leash while inside the fenced area of the Roswell Dog Park.

SEAL

/S/SHARON COLL, CITY CLERK

Complete copies of the current ordinance is available for inspection in the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall during normal business hours and copies may be purchased upon payment of copying costs.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Publish December 2, 9,16, 23, 2012 INVITATION TO BID

The Hagerman Municipal School District is accepting sealed bids for a 1999 Pioneer Steel Building System: AS IS

• Model: Alpine 45’ wide x 90’ long x 17’ high • .027 gauge high tensile galvalume steel • Double Bay doors (12’ x 12’) with two regular doors

The Pioneer Steel Building System can be viewed at 406 North Cambridge, Hagerman, New Mexico.

Sealed bids will be accepted until January 10, 2013 at 2:00 pm in the Central Office. The Hagerman Municipal School District and New Mexico Public Education Department reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive technicalities and to accept the proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the Hagerman Municipal School District and the New Mexico Public Education Department. The Hagerman Municipal School District does not warrant or guarantee the condition of the 1999 Pioneer Steel Building System.

-----------------------------------------------------------------------Publish December 23, 30, 2012 ROSWELL SELF STORAGE

NOTICE OF SALE TO SATISFY LIEN P.O. Box 1268-505 East 19th St. Roswell, NM 88202-1268 (575) 623-8590

Yolanda Arias or Jaurora Madrid Jammie or LaWanda Burrell Kimberly Cooper Johnnie Cortez Mary B. Folkner Joe Martinez Florencio Ramirez Danny or Charlotte Sons James or Della Tucker Dinah Waite Debra Wolfe or Cathy Dunwoody

The above named persons are hereby notified that the goods, wares and merchandise left by them in self storage with Roswell Self Storage will be sold by said company at public auction or other disposition of the property, if not claimed by January 18, 2013. The purpose of the public sale or other disposition of the property is to satisfy the lien of said company for storage of said goods, wares and merchandise, together with incidental and proper charges pertaining thereto, including the reasonable expenses of this sale, all as allowed by laws of the state of New Mexico.

Michael Woods Roswell Self Storage

045.

Employment Opportunities

DRIVERS: SIGN-ON BONUS, Great Pay, Benefits! No-Touch Freight. Weekly Pay. CDL-A w/3yrs OTR Exp. Wild West Express: 1-877-212-8703 Avon, Buy/Sell. Become Ind. Sales Rep $10 to start Sandy 317-5079 ISR THE ROSWELL Daily Record is now accepting applications for the position of: OUTSIDE SALES The ideal candidate must possess excellent customer service skills, superior organizational skills a self-starter and strong work ethic. Bilingual preferred.

Experience or background in advertising also helpful.

Must be computer literate.

This is a full time position.

Interested Applicants please send resume & references to: ROSWELL DAILY RECORD Attn: Vonnie Fischer, 2301 N. Main, Roswell, NM 88201 or e-mail to: addirector@rdrnews.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE! ENTHUSIASTIC DRIVERS Needed. Earn up to $16 - 18/hrly. Great working environment, excellent growth opportunities.

Apply on-line at CAREERS.DOMINOS.COM

or Call 622-3030 or 623-3030

NEED INDUSTRIAL seamstress with experience Se busca costurera con experiencia maquina industrial 575-736-8500 Counseling Associates, Inc. is currently hiring a Community Support Specialist to teach life skills to adults with severe and persistent mental illness.

This position requires the ability to coordinate and provide necessary services and resources to clients and families to promote recovery, rehabilitation and resiliency. Bachelors degree with 2 years experience working with this population. Bi-lingual strongly preferred.

Salary DOE. An EOE. Send Resumes to Counseling Associates, Inc. Terri Ketner PO Box 1978 Roswell, NM 88202 NOTICE OF VACANCY

POSITIONS AVAILABLE: Middle School Special Education Teacher POSTED: December 12, 2012 EFFECTIVE: January 7, 2013

QUALIFICATIONS: Must meet The State of New Mexico Public Education Department's Licensure Requirements.

Have the ability to work in a rural setting, have a strong commitment to students in all of their endeavors.

SALARY: Per Salary Schedule

APPLICATION PROCESS: Please submit an application by going to www.nmreap.net DEADLINE: Until Filled

The Hagerman Municipal School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on basis of race, national origin, religion, age, sex, marital status, or handicap in compliance with Federal and State laws. The Hagerman Municipal School District reserves the right to reject any and all applications.

CLASSIFIEDS

045.

Employment Opportunities OFFICE OF the State Engineer/Interstate Stream Commission (OSE/ISC) Domestic Well Technician

This position requires a high school diploma, 1 yr of exp in assisting the general public. Position will be charged with filing domestic well and change of ownerships applications.

Determines/approves conditions of approval for permits, determines location of wells using topographical maps, enters meter readings into WATERS database, ensure permittees are in compliance, and issues compliance letters.

First point of contact with greeting general public and fields technical questions.

Must possess strong customer service skills.

Salary range $22,610-$40,227.

Open 12/10/12 - 12/24/12.

Apply at www.spo.state.nm.us Refer to requisition #2012-06570.

The OSE/ISC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

FRESENIUS MEDICAL Care/Southeastern New Mexico Kidney Center is seeking RNs. Full benefits, 401K, medical, vision, dental. PTO after 6 months.

Other company benefits.

Open Mon-Sat. Off Sundays.12 hour shifts. Competitive pay. Apply online at FMCNA.COM. SOUTHEAST NM Community Action Corporation

Head Start Site Supervisor Position in Carlsbad Center

SNMCAC Head Start Program is looking for an individual with Human Services background and supervisory experience.

Salary range is $29,952 to $38,638 (DOQ). An attractive benefit package that includes a 4-day work week (M-Th), paid holidays, medical/LTD/Life insurances, retirement plans, annual and sick leaves, and various training opportunities.

REVIEW DEADLINE ~ JANUARY 7, 2013 POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED All applications must be submitted to the Department of Workforce Solutions at 2110 S. Main, Roswell, NM

SOUTHEAST NM Community Action Corporation

Roswell Head Start Site Supervisor

SNMCAC Head Start Program is looking for an individual with Human Services background and supervisory experience.

Salary range is $29,952 to $38,638 (DOQ). An attractive benefit package that includes a 4-day work week (M-Th), paid holidays, medical/LTD/Life insurances, retirement plans, annual and sick leaves, and various training opportunities.

REVIEW DEADLINE ~ JANUARY 7, 2013 POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED All applications must be submitted to the Department of Workforce Solutions at 2110 S. Main, Roswell, NM

045.

Employment Opportunities SOUTHEAST NM Community Action Corporation Roswell Head Start Program is accepting applications for:

Education Assistant ~ $15.12 Teachers ~ $15.12 $21.26 (DOQ) Substitutes (Teacher Asst. & Cook Asst.) ~ $9.08

!!! 4 DAY WORK WEEK (Mon-Thurs)!!!

WORK SCHEDULE PER HEAD START CALENDAR REVIEW DEADLINE ~ JANUARY 7, 2013 POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED Review job description & work schedule at the Department of Workforce Solutions at 2110 S. Main, Roswell, NM SNMCAC is an EEOE

DIESEL MECHANIC Chaves County is accepting applications to establish a six month pool of applicants for current open position of Diesel Mechanic at the Chaves County Road Department.

Entry level salary range: $12.69 - $14.10/hr D.O.Q. Chaves County offers a competitive benefit package consisting of paid vacation and sick leave, holiday pay, medical, life, disability, vision and dental insurances plus a retirement plan. This is a journeyman level heavy automotive equipment maintenance and repair position. Applicant must have a HS Diploma or G.E.D, four years experience in heavy gasoline and diesel powered engine repair.

Ten years of responsible work experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment may be substituted for HS Diploma.

Must have a valid NM Class A CDL. Normal work hours are Monday-Thursday, 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Chaves County is a drug free employer.

All applicants for this position will be required to pass a background check and will be subject to pre-employment, post-offer drug and physical testing.

Required application forms are available at the County's Job Posting Board located in the west wing of the County Administrative Center or by accessing the web site at www.co.chaves.nm.us.

Applications may be returned to the County Manager's Suite #180, Chaves County Administrative Center, #1 St. Mary's PL, Roswell, NM 88203 or mailed by closing date to Human Resources, PO Box 1817, Roswell, NM 88202-1817. Applications will be accepted until 5:00 pm January 4, 2012. EOE. ELECTRICAL UNION APPRENTICE Earn while you learn while becoming an inside wireman electrician in our apprenticeship program.

Starting at $13.46 per hour. Apply in person M-F at JATC, 4501 Montbel Place NE, Albuquerque, between 9am to 4pm or call 505-341-4444, for an application. Req. 18 years or older, HS diploma or G.E.D., Algebra 1 with C or better, valid drivers license, $20 money order app. fee.

Drug and alcohol screen. www.nmjatc.org MOTOR ROUTE DRIVER FOR WEST SIDE ROSWELL CITY MUST HAVE VALID DRIVERS LIC. AND INSURANCE. PLEASE FILL OUT APPLICATION AT ROSWELL DAILY RECORD 2301 N MAIN, ROSWELL.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Leprino Foods Company, the nation’s premier manufacturer of mozzarella cheese, is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Administrative Assistant to the Plant Manager at our Roswell, New Mexico facility.

As the Administrative Assistant to the Plant Manager your primary duties will be;

• Managing calls and handling confidential inquiries; fostering a positive working relationship with all direct reports and office staff and providing excellent customer service internally and/or externally.

• Managing all administrative duties such as correspondence, presentation creation, filing, calendar management, appointment management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements and expense reports.

• Managing/coordinating activities with external entities that include community leaders, customers and corporate personnel.

• Assisting with the planning and coordination of Leadership Meetings. Prepare daily, weekly and monthly documents for the Plant Manager, coordinate conference calls, and other site meetings as assigned.

• Assisting the Plant Manager with highly confidential projects and executive affairs. This includes assisting in designated special projects and reports and overseeing the preparation and distribution of reports and other material pertaining to these projects.

• Performing other significant recurring projects and duties. Other projects include the following: Prepare and maintain archive files and; serve as the Conference Room scheduler for the site and also maintains site calendar. Review operating practices and implement improvements as necessary.

Incumbent must have 3-5 years of experience as a senior level assistant with a high degree of professionalism and integrity along with strong organization, planning and negotiation skills.

Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, a strong work ethic and have a keen customer service attitude. Must be detail oriented with a creative and innovative approach to problem solving, and analyzing information. Must possess extensive administrative assistant training normally acquired through business school and/or accredited college courses. Skills in utilizing various types of office equipment, as well as having an above average aptitude with math, and an advanced knowledge of office procedures are a plus. Proficient PC skills such as word processing and spreadsheet applications are also required in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Leprino Foods offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision and life insurance; paid vacation; 401K matched retirement program and a Profit Sharing retirement program.

If you possess the above qualifications and are eager to work for a stable, growing company please go to www.leprinofoods.com and apply.

Leprino Foods is an equal opportunity employer supporting a drug and tobacco free workplace M/F/D/V

Roswell Daily Record 045.

Employment Opportunities

THE NEW You salon has 2 booths for rent, $65 per wk.

Call 626-7669.

LEGAL SECRETARY/BILLING Clerk sought for small, busy law office. Must have good interpersonal and phone skills. Experience with data entry and billing. Legal experience is not necessary, but looking for someone willing to learn. Immediate opening. Salary DOE. Please send resumes to PO Box 1897, unit #331 Roswell, NM 88202 NEED SOMEONE with apolstery experience, for interview appt call 624-1000 FOE #3187 is seeking a Part-time/Fill-in Gaming Cashier. This position would be ideal for a retiree. Background check required. Interested parties should contact the Gaming Manager, Hubert Staggs Jr. at 575-840-6994.

ARBYS IS currently interviewing qualified candidates for General Manager, Assistant Manager and Shift Manager. Please Fax Resume to 575-623-3075, apply in person or call Joe at 520-979-6880.

ATTN: COMPUTER WORK. Work from anywhere 24/7. Up to $1500 Part Time to $7500/mo.

Full Time. Training provided www.WorkServices6.com DAIRY QUEEN of Roswell is now hiring a cake decorator. Please pick up or send resume or work history to MJG Corporation, 204 W.4th St. Roswell, NM 88201 LOOKING FOR a new and exciting career where you can change lives and launch careers? Consider joining the forces at the Roswell Job Corps Center where we “change lives an launch careers, one student at a time!”

The Roswell Job Corps is currently accepting resumes for the following vacancy:

Facility Maintenance Manager: Manager will be responsible for the effective and timely operation of the Facility Maintenance Department to provide overall supervision and support of Facility Maintenance through planning, budget, control, staff training, scheduling, evaluation and follow-up Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED, plus five years experience in building and grounds maintenance, valid Drivers License and good driving record. Experience in HVAC preferred. driving record.

Please e-mail resume to aranda.irma@jobcorps.org REGISTERED NURSES

TRUST YOUR INSTINCTS Something better awaits!

Correctional Nurses enjoy satisfaction from an interesting variety of nursing responsibilities in a primarily ambulatory care setting. Corizon has an excellent Full Time RN opportunity at the Roswell Correctional Facility.

Monday-Friday No Weekends or Holidays Day Time Hours No Bedside Nursing Small Clinic

Corizon offers competitive compensation, excellent differentials and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, a 401k, and 26 paid days off!

Please Contact: Becky Scott 575-625-3150 OR Quick Apply @ www.corizonhealth.com EOE/AAP/DTR

045.

Employment Opportunities

Dean Baldwin Painting, LP aircraft strip and paint services, is presently looking to fill the following long term, full-time positions: PAINTERS – Exp. in stripping and painting aircraft or vehicles.

PAINTER HELPERS – Exp. preferred but not required. On the job training available!

INSPECTORS – A&P License and NDT exp. preferred.

A&P MECHANICS – A&P License required and exp as an aircraft mechanic preferred.

To apply please fax your resume to 575-347-2589 or email to: teresac@ deanbaldwinpainting.com or apply at the local NM Workforce Connections.

BSCi IS seeking full and part-time Unarmed Security Officers. Experience is preferred, but not required.

Starting pay is $10.30 per hour, plus medical, dental and vision benefits. BSCi offers growth opportunities to our team members through our network of armed and unarmed protective services, with contracts providing services to commercial and federal clients including; DOD, DHS, SSA, BOR and the DOL. To Complete an application please visit our website at: www.bsci-us.com.

TELLER POSITION open at Valley Bank of Commerce. Please send resume to PO Box 2015, Roswell NM 88202 THE ROSWELL Refuge seeking a part-time Victim Advocate for the shelter.

Evenings, overnights, and weekends. $10.00 per hour. Must pass CYFD background check, must have clean driving record.

Take resume by 1306 W. College.

NOTICE OF Vacancy

Positions Available: Middle School Language Arts Teacher Posted: December 20, 2012 Effective: January 2013

Qualifications: Must meet The State of New Mexico Public Education Department’s Licensure Requirements.

Have the ability to work in a rural setting, have a strong commitment to students in all of their endeavors.

Salary: Per Salary Schedule

Application Process: Please submit an application by going to www.nmreap.net Deadline: Until Filled

The Hagerman Municipal School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on basis of race, national origin, religion, age, sex, marital status, or handicap in compliance with Federal and State laws. The Hagerman Municipal School District reserves the right to reject any and all applications.

SERVICES

080.

Alterations

RITZY RAGS Alterations.

Call Susan at 420-6242 for all your sewing needs.

140. Cleaning

JD CLEANING Service, Licensed and bonded.

References. 623-4252 House cleaning, 12 yrs exp., excellent references, dependable, reasonable prices. 505-480-8097 SUNSHINE WINDOW Service Free estimates.

575-626-5153 or 626-5458

150. Concrete

Running Bear Concrete Foundations, sidewalks, stucco & driveways. Lic: 373219. Call 317-6058.

CHEESE FOREPERSON

Leprino Foods Company, the nation’s premier manufacturer of mozzarella cheese, is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of Cheese Department Foreperson at our Roswell, New Mexico plant. Primary responsibilities include monitoring the cheese floor during production and sanitation, monitoring in-process test results to ensure a quality product is produced, providing direction and leadership to employees on shift, and ensuring that all employees are operating in a safe and quality manner.

Qualified applicants will possess a minimum of three years leadership or supervisory experience (preferably in a manufacturing environment), proven leadership ability, team building experience, and the ability to work safely in a fastpaced, continuously operating environment.

Entry-level wage is $18.17 per hour with step increases at 6, 12 and 24 months.

Leprino Foods Company offers a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision and life insurance; paid vacations; 401K matched retirement program and a Profit Sharing retirement program. In addition, a night shift premium of $.35 per hour is added for hours worked between 6 PM and 6 AM. If you are interested in a career with Leprino Foods please apply online at www.leprinofoods.com/careers

Leprino Foods Company is an equal opportunity employer supporting a tobacco and drug free workplace M/F/D/V

200. Fencing High Quality Barbwire fencing

cell (806) 893-4791 575-622-6731 Rodriguez Construction FOR WOOD, metal, block, stucco fencing, Since 1974.

Lic. 22689. 420-0100 M.G. HORIZONS free estimates for installation.

Chainlink, wood, metal & block. 575-623-1991

210.

Firewood/Coal

OAK, JUNIPER cedar mix, Fir and Elm, full or 1/2 cords,well seasoned, delivery available. Open Mon.-Sat., 8:30-5pm, Sun. 1-5pm. Accepting Debit & Credit cards, Graves Farm, 622-1889.

Seasoned Mountain wood split & delivered, starting at $120-4x8 stack 626-9803.

ELM CUT & split, $65, truck load, you pick up. We also have 2 Chihuahua puppies for $85 each.

575-914-0060.

Cordova Chimney Sweep.

Time to get ready for winter. 623-5255 or 910-7552 JUNIPER, PINON & Ponderosa mix. Cut, split & delivered, $300/cord.

575-973-0373

220. Furniture Repair WE BUILD and repair furniture. We also sell firewood. 1727 SE Main, 840-7849 or 626-8466

225. General Construction

Construction, fencing, concrete, sprinklers, landscaping. Call Jose, Licensed & Bonded.

624-8557 or 317-6712.

Construction or renovation w/20+ yrs exp.

Licensed. Call 317-3366 Alpha Construction New Construction, remodels, additions, concrete & painting. Lic. & Bonded Call Adam 626-2050 Handyman: Free estimates, complete remodeling including plumbing, additions, tile, roof, stucco, windows & dorrs. Guaranteed Work. 910-7035 Miguel.

230. General Repair

THE HOLIDAYS have come upon us, let D&B Property Maintenance do any and all your home repairs. We are your property specialist. No jobs too small. One call does it all. Free estimates.

623-8922 HOME SECURITY wright iron window, door, fence, interior/exterior painting & welding & house trimming repair. Call Gilbert’s Painting & Welding, 317-5246 “Big E’s” Handyman/Maint Services Quality work.

Reasonable rates. Free est. Senior disc. 914-6025

232. Chimney Sweep

CHIMNEY SWEEP Have your woodstove or fireplace inspected and cleaned. Dust free Guarantee. 38 years Experience, Licensed, Insured. Bulldog Janitorial Services 575-308-9988

235. Hauling

PROPERTY CLEANUPS Tear down old bldgs, barns, haul trash, old farm equip. 347-0142/317-7738

270.

Landscape/ Lawnwork

Winter Clean-up rake leaves, tree trimming, weed eating, haul trash, property clean-up & much more.

Call Joseph, 317-2242.

GARCIA’S LAWN Service & much more work at low price. 914-0803.

WW LAWN Service Property cleanup - Lawn & field mowing - Shrub & hedge trimming - Rock installation & much more.

Call Juan, 626-6121.

“Big E’s” Landscaping & Yardwork mow, trim, prune property clean-up reason. rates senior disc. 914-6025 LANDSCAPING, YARD cutting, tree’s cut down.

Call 626-8587

DRIVER- Full Time

New Pay Package!!

Local Routes That Get You

HOME DAILY!!

Based in Roswell, NM

Free Medical Benefits Available CDL-A w/ 1yr. T/T exp.

Must have tank endorsement

800-879-7826

www.ruan.com/jobs Dedicated to Diversity. EOE

CLASSIFIEDS

Roswell Daily Record 285.

Miscellaneous Services

ATTENTION DIABETICS with Medicare. Get a FREE talking meter and diabetic testing supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, this meter eliminates painful finger pricking!

Call 866-406-2158 MEDICAL ALERT for Seniors - 24/7 monitoring.

FREE Equipment. FREE Shipping. Nationwide Service. $29.95/Month CALL Medical Guardian Today 888-416-2099 DIRECTV FOR $29.99/mo for 24 months. Over 140 channels. FREE HD-DVR Upgrade!

FREE NFL Sunday Ticket w/CHOICE Package! Call TODAY for details 888-719-9465 PROFLOWERS Send Flowers for Every Occasion! Anniversary, Birthday, Just Because.

Starting at just $19.99.

Go to

www.proflowers.com/save

to receive an extra 20 percent off any order over $29.99 or Call 1-877-837-1671.

www.proflowers.com/save

to receive an extra 20 percent off any order over $29.99 or Call 1-877-837-1671.

ATTENTION SLEEP APNEA SUFFERERS with Medicare. Get FREE CPAP Replacement Supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, prevent red skin sores and bacterial infection!

Call 866-938-5101.

310. Painting/ Decorating

TIME TO PAINT? Quality int./ext. painting. RRP Certified. Call 637-9108.

Painting, Fencing 20% discount through holidays. Mike 622-0072

345.

Remodeling

BERRONES CONSTRUCTION. Remodeling, painting, ceramic tile, sheds, additions, fencing. Licensed, Bonded. Ray: 626-4153.

410. Tree Service

STUMP GRINDING. Big Stumps & back yard stumps. Tree and shrub work. Free estimates.

623-4185 Allen’s Tree Srvc. Trim top removal, good clean up.

Free estimates. 626-1835

FINANCIAL

REAL ESTATE

490. Homes For Sale 3br/2ba, den w/FP, large storage rm, extra large 1 car gar., 2 driveways, 1/4 acre fenced, landscaped yard w/sprinklers, dog run, 1 blk from Cahoon Park, swimming pool & walking path, new roof, new central air & furnace, owner will carry $105K, 575-653-4654 or 575-973-1332.

NO JOB too small, repair, remodeling, etc. Reasonable rates, quality work.

Licensed and bonded. 5-C Const., Inc. 626-4079 or 622-2552.

2-4 BR’s, cash offers, new carpet, paint, etc, call M-Th 8a-4p 624-1331.

Guaranteed Shingle Roof jobs. Locally owned. Licensed and bonded. 5-C Const. 626-4079 or 622-2552.

1715 N. Kansas, $35,000 OBO, 2br/1ba. 622-2251

FSBO: Very nice country home, North of Artesia, 3/2/2, 575-746-7429.

350. Roofing

GET FREE OF CREDIT CARD DEBT NOW! Cut payments by up to half.

Stop creditors from calling.

877-639-3441 PROFLOWERS Send Flowers for Every Occasion! Anniversary, Birthday, Just Because.

Starting at just $19.99.

Go to

285.

Miscellaneous Services

395. Stucco Plastering

M. G. Horizons All types of Stucco and Wire lath. Free Estimates 623-1991

405. TractorWork

ATTACHMENT to do any work. Disc, posthole digger, brush hog, blade, etc.

347-0142 or 575-317-7738

FSBO: 4/2/2, lg kitchen, great area. 2 Isla Ct. No Owner Financing 317-8131 OWNER CAN FINANCE VERY Nice home. with $10,000down and $850/mo 3br, 2ba, 2106 W. Juniper, central heat, nice inside laundry room, fully carpeted built-in range, microwave nice covered back patio, extra large backyard, nice storage shed, fenced, under ground sprinklers.

575-622-6786

490. Homes For Sale 1908 W. 4th St., custom SW style house & detached building, near walking trail, $320,000. 575-317-6974.

4BR/2BA, NEWLY remodeled, 2085 sqft, $115,000, 209 W. Forest. 626-9836 ENTERTAINERS DELIGHT- FSBO, 4/3/2, built in 2011, 1999sqft, open floorplan, granite throughout, double ovens, separate master suite. $245,000 OBO. 1111 E La Paloma Ln. 88201. Call 915-471-6412.

3019 Futura. 3/2/2. Great Area! For more info visit http://photobucket.com/301 9FuturaDr or call 910-9169.

3BR 35-55K 5Kdn, $350mo, will rent Al 703-0420 D.R.703-0421

492. Homes for Sale/Rent

SELL OR RENT YOUR HOUSE FASTER! INCLUDE A PICTURE FOR JUST $5!

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For Rent- CLEAN 3 bdrm, 1 Bath $550./month (includes water only) 410 W. Forest Call 420-0902 or 627-6976 evenings.

3BD 2BTH Owner will Finance. Some repairs needed. 575-626-4348

505.

Investment/ Commercial/ Business Property

Main & Poe, 4600sf, $275K, kit equip, lg lot, call M-Th 8a-4p 624-1331 Excellent Investment opportunity. Cash flowing turn-key 3BR rental in area w/high rental demand.

Presently rented @725 w/property mgr 79,500 call Ronn 505-239-9681

515. Mobile Homes - Sale

BEAUTIFUL 1993 Oak Creek 28x66, Senior Park, 3br/2ba, garden tub, carport, porches, 8x10 shed, $42,500. Call 622-0050.

3 LINES OR LESS . . . ONLY $ 68 9 NO REFUNDS

1991 SPIRIT 16x80 3br/2ba, setup in nice adult park, North Roswell, can be moved, good condition, well equipped, priced to sell. Call 575-622-0035.

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515. Mobile Homes - Sale

$19,900 Brand New Mobile Homes with Warranty!

Wholesale Division. Open to the Public. Floorplans, Pictures and Prices: www.TheHomeOutletAZ.com

or call for FREE Brochure: 1-800-887-9359

2005 FLEETWOOD by owner, Senior Park, 3br, 1.5 ba, 12x20 carport, 10x6 storage, ref. air, stove, fridge, washer, dryer, ramp, new hot water tank, $16,000, make offer.

575-626-6790 or 622-3479

520. Lots for Sale

TWO 5 acre lots, East Grand Plains, $32,500 each or $60,000 for both.

Owner financing available.

575-317-6974 PREMIUM 5 acre tracts, good covenants (no mobile homes), Pecan Lands West on Brown Rd between Country Club & Berrendo.

Owner will finance with 10% down. 622-3479, 624-9607, 626-6790, 626-6791, 626-3848.

10% ALL LOTS DURING DECEMBER Lots starting at $20,000 NO CLOSING COST 6% INTEREST 10 YRS OWNER FINANCING

Your own 5 Acre lot in the country Good covenants 9 miles West of Roswell www.buenavidaland.com Jim Moore - Owner/Broker 575-623-1800 or 575-626-5352 Mobile Home Lots for sale: Lot size 50x134 $18,000.

Owner financing w/ $4000 down. 50 lots to choose from. On Washington & Brasher. 420-1352.

RENTALS

535.

Apartments Furnished

1&2Bd, util pd, pmt hist reqd, No Hud, No pets, call M-Th 8a-4p 624-1331 1 or 2bd, furnished-unfurnished, no smoking/Hudpets all bills pd. 623-6281

540.

Apartments Unfurnished

Town Plaza Apartments ALL UTILITIES PAID Friendly managers. New Renovated EXTRA LARGE 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms. Each 2 & 3 bedroom is multi level, upstairs & downstairs w/ large closets, stove & refrigerator, private patios, and private parking.

Complex has a pool, laundry room, and a quiet garden setting environment. Friendly managers on-site. Good credit? Pay less rent! 575-623-2735.

Sunday, December 23, 2012

540.

Apartments Unfurnished

Dennis the Menace

VALLE ENCANTADA YOUR BEST $ RENTAL VALUE! LARGE 1,2,3 BEDROOMS. FREE UTILITIES. unfurnished, laundry room, playground, pool, ample parking. 2001 South Sunset. 623-3722.

ALL BILLS PAID 1BR $536, 2BR $645, 3br/2ba $745mo., ref air, newly remodeled. 502 S. Wyoming. 622-4944 BETTER LIVING is within reach! 2br/1ba $571, 3br/2ba, $625, 5br/2ba $746, central H/C, fridge, stove, DW, GD, W/D hookups, 2 refreshing pools, Section 8 Vouchers accepted, 623-7711, Villas of Briar Ridge.

SUPERIOR CARPET cleaning fast, reliable service. 622-3899 2Bd 1 1/2Ba, $700mo, util pd, No HUD, No Pets, call M-Th 8a-4p 624-1331 WILSHIRE GARDENS, a 55 + community has 1br & 2br available. Resident pays electric & water.

Move-in special: 1st months rent free. Please call 575-623-3733 or stop by 2727 Wilshire Blvd for application.

2BR/1BA DUPLEX, $450/mo, no pets, 624-2436.

PICK UP A LIST OF AVAILABLE RENTALS AT PRUDENTIAL ENCHANTED LANDS, REALTORS, 501 NORTH MAIN. 2905 ALHAMBRA, Unit #4, 2br/2ba, single garage, water paid, $700. Call Sherlea Taylor for details, 624-2219 or 420-1978.

2404 N. Grand, 3br/1.5ba, 1car garage & laundry room. 910-4225.

2BR & 1br, 1 bath, stove & refrigerator. Call 840-4333 or 910-8170.

Very nice condo 2br 1 bath duplex 1 car garage No Hud or smoking, Avail. 1-15 $675 mo. 626-0229 610-B N. Lea, large 2br/2ba, 1 car gar., w/d hkups, fenced yard & patio, total elec., no pets, smoking, or HUD, $700/mo, $450/dep, 622-6158.

EFF, 1BR, downtown, clean, wtr pd. Stove & frig.

No Pets/HUD. 623-8377 EFF, 1 & 2br, wtr paid, No pets, laundry fac, stove/ref.

Mirador Apts, 700 N. Missouri. 627-8348.

1br, $625/mo, $300/dep, all bills pd plus internet, 408 N. Lea. 575-652-9683 {{{RENTED}}} 1BR APT., all bills paid $525/mo, $275/dep, No HUD.

540.

Apartments Unfurnished

SPACIOUS 2 BR/1BA. Washer and dryer hook-up, extra storage. Water, Gas paid. $600. 910-0851, 626-2401. 1114 S. Kentucky BETTER LIVING is within reach! 2br/1ba $571, 3br/2ba, $625, 5br/2ba $746, central H/C, fridge, stove, DW, GD, W/D hookups, 2 refreshing pools, Section 8 Vouchers accepted, 623-7711, Villas of Briar Ridge.

545. Houses for Rent-Furnished 1&2Bd, 1&2Ba, pmt hist reqd, No Hud, No pets, call M-Th 8a-4p 624-1331 204 1/2 S. Ohio, small furnished studio for 1.

Bills pd, no pets, no HUD. Background check, $400/mo, $200/dep.

623-4416 Completely furnished 2br/2ba, dbl car garage townhouse at 2716 N. Pennsylvania, Unit #47, all utilities, etc. included, Call Sherlea Taylor, 624-2219 or 420-1978 for details.

NICELY FURNISHED room, private bathroom,NW Roswell, $625/Mo+Dep, utilities pd.Must see.

505-836-3129 904 MULLIS, 4bd, 2ba, new home in Enchanted Hills. $1500 + dep.

575-208-8106

550. Houses for RentUnfurnished LOOKING FOR a place to rent? Let us help you!!

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550. Houses for RentUnfurnished

1&2Bd, 1&2Ba, pmt hist reqd, No Hud, No pets, call M-Th 8a-4p 624-1331 2br/1ba, centrally located, $510/mo + bills, call or text after 5pm, 915-255-8335 1802 N. Maryland, 2br, 1 ba, stove & ref., $525 monthly, plus $500 dep., No Pets, No HUD. References and Rental History required. Call 578-3034 1105 W. 14th St. 2br/1ba. $500/mo, $500/dep.

420-3167 or 420-4038 Near Both hospitals.1600 N. Kansas 3br, $850/mo. $300/dep. ,622-2877 or 637-3227 ex 3227 2414 N. Prairie, mobile home, 3br/1.5ba, $550/mo, $300/dep, no pets, 910-9648.

3br, $550+$650; 1br, bills pd, $650+$200/dep. Al 575-703-0420 or 703-0421 2BR/1BA, FENCED yard, fireplace, 2308 N. Texas, Roswell, $525/mo, $500/dep. 575-420-5518 or 575-623-1800.

47 Wildy 3br/2ba, lg family room, 1 car garage, DW, REF, Self Cl. stove, W/D, newly remodeled No smoking or HUD, $925 mo + dep. 575-317-1672 or 630-222-8544.

TIRED OF Landlord Headaches? We can help! Prudential Enchanted Lands Realtors Property Management 575-624-2262 205 E. 23rd Apt B, 3br 2.5ba, a/c, 1 car garage, fenced yard, $750/mo, $750/DD. 317-6479 2BR/2BA, GARAGE, A/C, $1000/mo, $600/dep, no HUD or pets. 420-5930 3BR/2BA, CARPORT, $750/mo, $700/dep, NO HUD or PETS, 420-5930.

Handicap Ready, 2505 S. Lea, 3br/2ba, no smokers or pets, $1000 mo. plus $600 dep., valid references, NO HUD, 317-4050 1713 W. Alameda 3bd/2 ba, fenced yard, all electric, heat pump. $750 mo, $375 dep. 622-3250 2/1, STOVE, fridge, hardwood floors, central heat, 711 W. Summit, no HUD or pets, $600/mo, $400/dep; 2/1, stove, fridge, washer, dryer, central heat, A/C, 603-C S. Pennsylvania, no HUD, $585/mo, $400/dep.

Call Jim, 910-7969.

3-4bd 2bth 2 car w/pool See Craigslist for details pics 3 BD, 2 full size baths 2 living areas, dining rm, laundry rm, and large kitchen, all fenced, $800/mo $500 dep. no pets. 806-441-2814 or 575-802-5322.

Remodeled 3br/1ba, North of Roswell, fncd yd, storage shed, covered carport, central HT/AC. NO PETS, SMOKING & NO HUD. wtr pd, All electric w/stove & fridge, laundry room $800/mo, $600/dep.

575-973-0147 4BD/2BTH TWO Story House with covered carportfor rent. $650/mo $500 Dep. 575-420-5111 303 W. Deming, 3br/1ba, no refrigerator, evap air, carport, no bills pd, no HUD, $700/mo, $500/dep, 623-7678.

3br, 1 3/4ba, 1 car garage, $950/mo, $900/dep, 903 W. Hervey. 626-5742 3/2/2, $1100/mo, $900/dep, 2105 S. Pennsylvania. 626-5742 Excellent Area 3/2/2,appliances, 866 Swinging Spear $1050+ bills $500 dep.

575-623-7377 or 575-626-3932 1BR, fridge & stove, no HUD, $390/mo, $350/dep, wtr pd, 607 1/2 S. Michigan. 624-8849 {{{RENTED}}} 1715 W. Alameda, complete remodeled, 3br/2ba, ref air, w/d hookups, NO pets or HUD, $900/mo, $600/dep, wheelchair accessible & storage.

D6 Sunday, December 23, 2012 555. Mobile Homes for Rent Mobile homes for rent, sale or rent to own, mobile home lots available, RVs welcome. Country Club Mobile Home Manor, 1200 E. Country Club, 623-6660

570. Mobile Home Courts

SOUTH FORK. A 55 & above community w/large quiet and attractive lots for people that care. 624-1742 500 W Brasher Rd.

580. Office or Business Places

222 B W. 2nd, office space, $350/mo, wtr pd, 627-9942 COMMERCIAL SPACE for lease 105 W. 6th, across from Pepper’s, great location. Contact Chuck at 420-6050 FOR LEASE - Space in Sunwest Centre aka the Bank of America Building.

Various size spaces available. Owner-paid utilities and janitorial. Suite customization available. Call Ed McClelland, Broker or come by Suite 606. Office 623-1652 or mobile 420-2546.

Office 4 Lease 100 S Kentucky @ First St 3750' SQ modern space h/c access 575/623.8331 Office Space For Lease.

Excellent Down Town Location. Various size spaces available. Owner-paid utilities. Building Located 200 West 1st. Suite 300 Petrolium Building. Deposit & 1st month rent free. Please call 622-5385 or come by.

595. Misc. for Rent

NORTH MAIN Self Storage, 3020 N. Main, spaces from 5x10 to 10x20 units, lighted, fenced & secure, security cameras, reasonable rates. Office located at 200 W. 1st Suite 300, Petroleum Building.

Please call 622-5385 or come by.

MERCHANDISE

605.

Miscellaneous for Sale

65 SHEETS of 5/8” sheet rock $5.25 each; 50k btu furnace $125; wall heater $75; commodes $25; 2 wood burning stoves $400 each; wood doors $25; screen doors $25 each; commercial carpet stretcher $150.

575-622-6786 HOWARD MILLER Grandfather Clock $200 Recliner Loveseat & chair $250 Wood & Glass round coffee table $85.575-420-3559 see at 3103 S. Lea GET READY FOR THE NEW YEAR! Gently used treadmill FOR SALE BP & PULSE MONITOR $700 OBO Call 940-367-8254 3 OAK bookcases for $250 each. Call 575-622-4279.

ESTATE SALE, Furniture only, excellent condition, formal dining table, 6 chairs, 2 large china cabinets, living room chairs, tables, end tables & coffee table, 1 large set of Bone China, twin & double beds.

Shown by appointment only from 10am-2pm. Call 420-0372 for private showing from the 20th-1st of January 2013.

DISH NETWORK Starting at $19.99/month PLUS 30 Premium Movie Channels FREE for 3 Months! SAVE! & Ask About SAME DAY Installation! CALL - 877-867-1441 BEAUTIFUL UPRIGHT Vose and Sons Piano. $500.00 317-6285 THE TREASURE CHEST ALL items discounted,new toys, Sofas,Desks, Depression glass, piano. Everyday til Christmas. 1204 Hobbs 914-1855, 622-1543 ARTIFICIAL FIREPLACE heater.Duraflame.

750W/1500W Elect stove htr with remote ctrl . Blk w/Wd trim,like new in box $75 575-420-8333 Top Quality reconditioned appliances on sale. Many like new less than half the price! Washers, dryers $75 & up. Refrigerators, stoves from $100. Excellent selection, Camper’s Appliances, 300 E. McGaffey 623-0397.

Everything guaranteed!

615. Coins, Gold, Silver, Buy, Sell, Trade

U.S. & FOREIGN coins and currency, buy, sell or trade, gold and silver coins.

622-7239, 2513 W. 2nd

620. Wanted to Buy Miscellaneous

Need Christmas cash??

Sell me Grandpa’s tackle box - Lures or reels, etc.

575-354-0365

620. Wanted to Buy Miscellaneous AH NUTS Is now buying pecans!!! Top price paid for large & small lots.

30lb minimum. Call today for appointment, 575-208-9575.

PAY CASH for household items, furniture, appliances, antiques, collectibles, tools, saddles.

Entire households & estates welcome. Call 627-2033 or 623-6608.

WOULD LIKE to buy used washers & dryers in good working condition. Please call 626-7470.

625. Antiques

UNIQUE GIFTS - Movie & TV memorabilia, Barry’s Collectibles. 2 locations; Roswell Antiques Mall, Space 89 & Blair’s Monterey Flea Market, upstairs Booth 54, 20% off sale both locations through end of year. 575-420-2240

635. Good things to Eat

Red Chile pods, local pinto beans, mountain apples, peanuts, cucumbers, all kinds of squash, onions, garlic, jalapenos, bell peppers, frozen green chile, sweet corn and many more vegetables.

Accepting credit and debit cards and EBT. GRAVES FARM, 622-1889, open 8:30-5:30pm Mon-Sat, 1-5pm on Sunday.

SHELLED WESTERN pecans, halves $9/lb, quarters $8/lb, pieces $7/lb. Call 575-622-2313. Will deliver five pounds or more in Roswell.

PECANS FOR sale, $2.25 lb, 2101 E. College, 623-5687.

640. Household Goods MEDILIFT CHAIRpetite,like new, caramel, paid $855 asking $399.

Call 208-0718

720. Livestock & Supplies STALLS FOR rent. Huge box stalls w/large chain link runs. Use of arena, round pen & trail course. You feed & clean. Tack/feed room provided. $50/mo.

Call Karen, 910-0444.

HOGS 150LBS $125 ea 575-208-2200 2 PEACOCK pairs, 2 turkey pairs, 8 laying hens, $100 obo. 420-8797

745. Pets for Sale

T-CUP AND TOY PUPS Chihuahuas $150-500 Pekapoo-Poms $500 Shihtzu $650 Yorkies $1100-1500 Malty-poos $800 Hybrid Schnauzers $650 Mini Dachshunds $400 Morkies $800 Brussels Grifon $650-$800 Registered, shots, health guaranteed and potty pad trained. GREAT PAYMENT PLAN. Most are nonshedding hypo-allergenic.

Paypal/debit/credit cards accepted.

575-308-3017 txt for pics cingard1@hotmail.com

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745. Pets for Sale

PUPPY LOVE Grooming & Boarding - Large Dogs Welcome, Cats also 575-420-6655 LOVEABLE SCHNORKIE Puppies, $700, will be ready for Christmas, call 420-2006 for more info.

ADD A PICTURE OF YOUR PET FOR SALE FOR JUST $5!

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UKC PURPLE Ribbon Blue Pits, Gotti/Razor Edge Bloodline 575-420-7811 FREE PUPPIES Rat Terriers. Call 622-8216 after 8:30 pm.

RECREATIONAL 750. Sports Equipment

Parker Crossbow Safari Magnum $400 160lb.

330 fps Scope-Cocking Rope, Case, Sling, and 21 2219 aluminum bolts/wfp 575-910-7100

780. RV’s & Campers Hauling

MAIN TRAILER Sales Inc. New & Used Travel Trailers & 5th Wheels. Parts & Service. 2900 W. 2nd St. 575-622-1751.

Mon-Fri, 8-5:30, Sat. 9-2. maintrailersalesinc.com 2005 36ft Georgetown RV, V-10, Ford engine, 2 slides, low miles, non smoker, no pets, many upgrades, selling due to health, $49,500. 505-379-5939 or 575-623-9352

TRANSPORTATION 790. Autos for Sale

CHI-PIN, Female, 7 wks. old. 1st shot & de-wormed, $150 (575) 910-8311

CHOTTIES MALES, 7 wks. old, 1st shot & de-wormed $125 (575) 910-8311 AKC GOLDEN Retriever puppies ready for Christmas, see mom & dad.

(443)616-7492

GREAT PETS, full blood Whippets, good price, good with children. 625-8700

SHOW US WHAT YOU’RE SELLING! INCLUDE A PICTURE IN YOUR AD FOR JUST $5!

E-MAIL PICTURES TO: CLASSIFIEDS@ RDRNEWS.COM 2011 NISSAN Xterra, like new, 19,700 miles, $21,399. 575-513-1944

Roswell Daily Record 790. Autos for Sale

2008 CROWN Victoria V8 excellent condition. $7850 420-1352 2001 FORD Explorer XLT, excellent condition, low miles, $4500, owner financing with $1000 down, 420-1352

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OR RN FULL TIME ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES TECH FULL TIME MED/SURG RN FULL TIME MED/SURG PATIENT CARE TECH FULL TIME LABOR AND DELIVERY RN PRN LABOR AND DELIVERY UNIT CLERK PRN ICU RN PRN PRE-OP CLINIC RN FULL TIME MAINTENANCE TECH I FULL TIME ULTRASOUND TECH / SONOGRAPHER FULL TIME LEAD CUSTOMER SERVICE COORD FULL TIME DIRECTOR, QUALITY FULL TIME DIRECTOR, PHYSICIAN RELATIONS FULL TIME NURSE PRACTITIONER FULL TIME

796. SUVS

HYBRID ESCAPE-MINT, Metalic Grey 2006, 66K. Miles, leather, KBB $11,900 asking only $10,900. call 208-0718.

‘06 DODGE Stratus, 4dr, auto, air, 68k, $5700.

626-6942 or 624-2961

1967 MUSTANG Coup, restored, $30k invested, will sell for best offer over $20k. Call 575-622-2313.

795. Pickups/ Trucks/Vans

810. Auto Parts & Accessories

‘97 S10 ext cab, V6, auto, air, $2500 OBO. 626-6942 or 624-2961

Complete engine & trans., Olds 455, low miles, starts & runs, $600 OBO. 624-2961 or 626-6942

‘86 CAPRIS, auto, air, 4dr, low miles, $1400.

420-8888 1992 NISSAN 240 SX, low miles, $3850; 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser, beautiful blue, low mileage, $5850; 2006 Dodge Stratus SXT, $4250; 2001 Dodge Durango Sport, 4 wheel drive, 3rd seat, beautiful dark blue, low miles, new tires, $4850. 1401 Old Dexter Hwy, 626-7488 1994-15 PASSENGER Dodge Van. Runs great, Power Steering, Windows and mirrors. Clean Inside $800 (575) 910-1524

CLASSIFIEDS INDEX

Announcements

005 Special Notice 010 Card of Thanks 015 Personals/Special 020 Transportation 025 Lost & Found

Instruction

030 Education 035 Music – Dance/Drama 040 Instructions Wanted

Employment

045 Employment Opportunities 050 Salesperson/Agents 055 Employment Agencies 060 Jobs Wanted – M & F

Services

There are jobs, and then there are jobs at Lovelace Regional Hospital.

We’re about so much more than time clocks and paychecks. Here, our employees create higher and better standards for health care in the Southwest. It’s our legacy. If you or someone you know has what it takes to continue that legacy, contact HR

790. Autos for Sale

070 Agricultural Analysis 075 Air Conditioning 080 Alterations 085 Appliance Repair 090 Auto Repair 100 Babysitting 105 Childcare 110 Blade Work 115 Bookkeeping 120 Carpentry 125 Carpet Cleaning 130 Carpeting 135 Ceramic Tile 140 Cleaning 145 Clock & Watch Repair 150 Concrete 155 Counseling 160 Crafts/Arts 165 Ditching 170 Drafting 175 Drapery 180 Drilling 185 Electrical 190 Engraving 195 Elderly Care 200 Fencing 205 Fertilizer 210 Firewood – Coal 215 Floor Covering 220 Furniture Repair 224 Garage Door Repair 225 General Construction 226 Waterwell 230 General Repair 232 Chimney Sweep 235 Hauling 240 Horseshoeing 245 House Wrecking 250 Insulation 255 Insurance 260 Ironing & Washing 265 Janitorial 269 Excavating 270 Landscape/Lawnwork 280 Masonry/Concrete 285 Miscellaneous Service 290 Mobile Home Service 293 Monuments 295 Musical 300 Oil Field Services 305 Computers 306 Rubber Stamps 310 Painting/Decorating 315 Pest Control 316 Pets 320 Photography 325 Piano Tuning 330 Plumbing 335 Printing 340 Radio/TV’s/Stereo’s 345 Remodeling 350 Roofing 355 Sand Blasting 356 Satellite 360 Screens/Shutters 365 Security 370 Sewer Service & Repair 375 Sewing Machine Service 380 Sharpening 385 Slenderizing 390 Steam Cleaning 395 Stucco Plastering 400 Tax Service 401 Telephone Service 405 Tractor Work 410 Tree Service 415 Typing Service 420 Upholstery 425 Vacuum Cleaners 426 Video/Recording 430 Wallpapering 435 Welding

440 Window Repair 441 Window Cleaning 445 Wrought Iron 450 Services Wanted

Financial

455 Money: Loan/Borrow 456 Credit Cards 460 Insurance Co. 465 Oil, Mineral, Water, Land Lease/Sale 470 Investment: Stocks/Sale 475 Mortgages for Sale 480 Mortgages Wanted 485 Business Opportunities

Real Estate

490 Homes for Sale 495 Acreage/Farm/Ranch 500 Business for Sale 505 Commercial Business Property 510 Resort Out of Town Property 515 Mobile Homes/Sale 520 Lots for Sale 525 Building Transfer 530 Real Estate Wanted

Rentals

535 Apartments, Furnished 540 Apartments, Unfurnished 545 Houses, Furnished 550 Houses, Unfurnished 555 Mobile Homes – Rental 560 Sleeping Rooms 565 Rest Homes 569 Mobile Home Lots/Space 570 Mobile Home Courts 571 RV Parks 575 Resort Homes 580 Office/Business Rentals 585 Warehouse & Storage 590 Farms/Acreage – Rent 595 Miscellaneous for Rent 600 Want to Rent

Merchandise

605 Miscellaneous for Sale 610 Garage Sales, Individuals 611 Garage Sales, Businesses 615 Coins/Gold/Silver 620 Want to Buy – Miscellaneous 625 Antiques 630 Auction Sales 635 Good Things to Eat 640 Household Goods 645 Sewing Machines 650 Washers & Dryers 652 Computers 655 TV’s & Radios 660 Stereos 665 Musical Merchandise 670 Industrial Equipment 675 Camera/Photography 680 Heating Equipment 685 Air Conditioning Equipment 690 Business/Office Equipment 695 Machinery 700 Building Materials 705 Lawn/Garden/Fertilizer 710 Plants/Flowers 715 Hay & Feed Sale 720 Livestock & Supplies 721 Boarding Stables 725 Livestock Wanted 730 Poultry & Supplies 735 Poultry Wanted 740 Show Fowl 745 Pets for Sale

Recreational

750 Sports Equipment 755 Bicycles for Sale 760 Hunting & Camping Equipment 765 Guns & Ammunition 770 Boats & Accessories 775 Motorcycles 780 RV’s/Campers 785 Trailers Wanted

Transportation

790 Automobiles for Sale 795 Trucks & Vans 796 SUV’s 800 Classic Automobiles 805 Imported Automobiles 810 Auto Parts & Accessories 815 Wanted – Autos