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December 30, 2014

Three NMMI alumni nominated for governing board

BY JEFF TUCKER RECORD STAFF WRITER

Gov. Susana Martinez has announced the nominations of three alumni of New Mexico Military Institute to serve on NMMI’s board of regents. The governor also announced she has nominated a Clovis woman and an Albuquerque man to serve on the board of regents at Eastern New Mexico University.

Martinez made the announcements on Dec.

22, when she also nominated men and women to serve on the boards of regents at New Mexico Highlands University, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, New Mexico State University, Northern New Mexico College, the University of New Mexico and Western New Mexico University.

“It is vital that our higher education institutions graduate students who are well-prepared to thrive in the diverse economy we are working to create in New Mexico,” Martinez said.

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“The individuals I am nominating ... come from a variety of backgrounds and are well-suited to help manage our state’s universities.

They will provide thorough financial oversight and planning for these institutions, and I am confident they will adopt refor ms designed to graduate our students more quickly and prepare them for the workforce New Mexico needs.”

All the nominees are up for confirmation by the New Mexico Senate, which convenes Jan. 20.

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Mike Lonergan, press secretary for Martinez, said the process begins with the Senate Rules Committee. “(T)he Senate Rules Committee is responsible for holding a hearing, at which the nominees would testify, and then the committee would present a recommendation to the full Senate for a floor vote,” Lonergan explained.

Service on the boards of regents at New Mexico’s public colleges and universities are unpaid positions, although regents are eligi-

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Isn’t it great being a kid? These youngsters made it high priorty to get some last-minute playtime in at Cahoon Park on Monday afternoon before the big cold front that’s predicted moves in today. From left, Alicia Gurule, 5, Alexandra Rodrigues, 9, Alizae Acosta, 8, Nathaniel Duran, 8, Leroy Acosta, 7, and Amanda Acosta.

ble for per diem and mileage reimbursements.

Martinez announced she has nominated Phillip Ingram of Albuquerque, Col. T imothy Paul of Rio Rancho and Stirling Spencer of Carrizozo to serve on the five-member board of regents at NMMI. All three of the nominees graduated from NMMI. Larry Moon, a 1983 NMMI junior college alumnus who presently lives in Potomac, Maryland, said he likes that all three of Martinez’s nominees are alum-

ni of NMMI. Moon attended NMMI with Paul, who graduated high school at NMMI in 1982 and junior college at NMMI in 1984. Moon also served on the NMMI Honor Board with Paul.

“He’s a great guy,” Moon said. “I always found Tim to be an individual of sound leadership, measured character and impeccable integrity.”

Ingram and Spencer were nominated to fill vacancies

BY RANDAL SEYLER RECORD CITY EDITOR

by the cemetery staf f — costs do not include any other expenses, such as caskets, flowers, embalming or cremation.

A casketed burial with setup is $600 and without setup is $550; columbarium interment with setup is $345 and without setup is $160; and cremation ground burial with setup is $300 and without setup is $160.

Kirk and Cemetery Board President Jake T rujillo were in attendance at Monday’s meeting and Best asked Kirk if there was an update on the cemetery.

“We are waiting on your decision on the rules and regulations we presented to you at the last meeting,” Kirk said.

“You mean the rules we denied?” Grant asked.

“It was my understanding we were putting things on hold until after your review,” Kirk said.

“I understand that rules

Committee takes city sexton to task The city Building and Lands Committee members took City Sexton Mike Kirk to task over the city veteran’s cemetery during Monday’s meeting.

The committee put the Cemetery Board’s recommended rules for the Gen. Douglas L. McBride Veterans Cemetery on hold during the Nov. 10 meeting after Committee Member Caleb Grant took issue with the proposed pricing, and Committee Jeanine Chairperson Corn Best expressed concern about the placement of headstones.

The proposed burial costs for veterans and their spouses or eligible dependent at the cemetery was outlined in the rules developed by the Cemetery Board over several months. The cost is just the expense of the cemetery, and includes the labor and set up for the burial and interment

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Police: Celebrate Bill would ban mandatory union membership holidays responsibly SUBMITTED BY RPD

As Roswell residents ring in the new year this week, Roswell police ask that everyone remembers to take care of yourself and those around you on the streets this Wednesday as many people make their way to and from New Year’s parties and other happenings.

Please don’t let bad choices ruin a happy time by causing an accident that could leave people injured or dead.

Take responsibility by being a safe driver by remembering to never drink and drive. Before you head to a party or other outing where people will be drinking, get a ride home lined up if you are going to be drinking. Make sure you have a designated driver or have the phone number to a cab or non-drinking friend willing to pick you up. Even if you think you will only drink a little bit and won’t be impaired to drive, plan on not driving.

Don’t take a risk you could regret — if you live to regret it. And if you are not going to be drinking, consider volunteering to be the designated driver for you and your friends.

Always wear your seatbelt. Making sure your seatbelt is fastened properly only takes a moment but can make a life-and-death difference in a serious acci-

dent. Also, make sure your passengers wear their seatbelts and make sure any children in the vehicle are secure in their seatbelts or other appropriate child safety seats based on their ages and weights.

There may be a lot of people on the road this week, and particularly New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, so be patient. You might want to allow a little extra time for travel so you’re not rushed while on the road. Always drive defensively and watch out for the other guy.

Be aware of road conditions if our area happens to get any snow or freezing, icy conditions, and then drive with appropriate precaution based on the conditions.

In addition to acting in a safe manner behind the wheel of a vehicle, people must also know that firing a gun is not an appropriate way to celebrate the New Year.

With just a few exceptions (and “celebrating” is not one of them) it is illegal to discharge a gun within city limits, and regardless of your location, random shooting — including into the air — puts people in danger.

Any bullets fired upward have to come down somewhere — with potentially serious consequences. You See SAFETY, Page A2

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ALBUQUERQUE (AP) — A bill pre-filed in the New Mexico Legislature for its upcoming session would make it illegal to require labor union membership as a condition for employment.

The bill sponsored by Sen. Sander Rue, R-Albuquerque, would prohibit making membership in a union a requirement of employment with a private company. It also would prohibit deducting union

dues from paychecks without a worker’s permission, the Santa Fe New Mexican reported.

Supporters of the bill say it would spur economic growth and attract businesses to the state.

“It’s our number one priority,” said Paul Gessing, president of the Rio Grande Foundation, a free-market think tank.

Opponents say the legislation is an attack on unions that won’t create

jobs or save the state any money.

“I hope our state elected of ficials see through it and see who it would hurt,” said Carter Bundy, legislative director for the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees in New Mexico.

Republicans will be in the majority of the state House for the first time in decades, and Gessing said he’s confident that cham-

judged, started or removed from one year’s schedule or another. This “program prioritization” happens all year, every year, and it is not rare for a program to be removed, especially when it has as few students as MAISSpanish did.

“It was one of our least popular programs ever,” Villarreal said.

In a report she submitted to the Daily Press, Dr. Maria Eugenia T rillo, adviser of the MAIS-Spanish program, said the cut will have terrible repercussions.

“The cut of the MAISSpanish concentration and the suspension of the Spanish major and minor are making WNMU an institution incapable of properly educating and graduating bilingual students,” T rillo wrote. In fact, she believes there

may even be a legal issue.

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ber will approve the bill.

However, he said the measure will have a much harder time in the Senate, still controlled by Democrats.

The Legislature approved so-called “right to work” bills in 1979 and 1981, but both were vetoed by then-Gov. Bruce King.

The Legislature’s 2015 session begins Jan. 20.

Western eliminates MAIS-Spanish program

BY BENJAMIN FISHER SILVER CITY DAILY PRESS

SILVER CITY — Western New Mexico University will no longer offer Spanish as a concentration in its master of arts in interdisciplinary studies as of 2015.

The Spanish pr ogram has only been offered since 2012. At that time, the president’s office gave the program three years to prove need. According to WNMU public information officer Abe Villarreal, the need is based on a lot of factors, including what is needed in this area and what programs are viable or in demand among students.

Vi l l a r r e a l s a i d t h a t MAIS-Spanish was just one of several programs that won’t be offered next year and that programs are constantly being

• GEORGE FREDERICK ZIEGLER • PAUL J. ARTZER • BENJAMIN F. GRAVELINE

TODAY’S OBITUARIES PAGE A6

• CLARIBEL Y. MARSHALL

“Spanish is part of the heritage of New Mexico and the state constitution has specific language that needs to be consulted by the Board of Regents, the administrators of pr ograms and all of our administration and faculty at WNMU. English, Spanish and the state’s multicultural/multilingual status is addressed: Article XII — Education, Section 8 (Teachers to learn English and Spanish): ‘ T h e legislature shall provide for the training of teachers in the normal schools (schools that prepare teachers) or otherwise so that they may become proficient in both the English and Spanish languages, to qualify them to teach Spanish- speaking pupils and students in the public schools and educational institutions

of the state, and shall provide proper means and methods to facilitate the teaching of the English language and other branches of lear ning to such pupils and students.’’

T rillo also said that WNMU didn’t take into consideration several key areas of potential growth when it decided to get rid of the program. She said that the Deming Independent School District’s superintendent is keenly interested in having his faculty seek MAIS-Spanish at WNMU, for instance. She also said that several of the students who studied at WNMU as part of the Language Institute’s English as a Second Language have expressed interest in returning to Silver City to pursue MAIS-Spanish.

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OPINION .................A4

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ROSWELL FIRE DEPARTMENT CALL LOG — DEC. 24-29

STAFF REPORT

The Roswell Fire Department responded to these calls for the following dates:

Dec. 24

• At 8:43 a.m., medical call, 3600 block of West Pine Lodge Road. • At 9:33 a.m., public assist call, 500 block of West Linda Drive. • At 9:38 a.m., public assist call, Cajun Circlet. • At 10:26 a.m., medical call, 400 block of Hermosa Drive. • At 12:23 p.m., medical call, 2700 block of North Pennsylvania Avenue. • At 12:33 p.m., medical call, 4400 block of Poe Street. • At 1:53 p.m., medical call, 1100 block of West Eighth Street. • At 1:59 p.m., public assist call, 1700 block of North Michigan Avenue. • At 4:02 p.m., medical call, 3700 block of East Pine Lodge Road. • At 5:58 p.m., medical call, 1600 block of East Cannon Street. • At 5:58 p.m., medical call, 500 block of North Pennsylvania Avenue. • At 6:07 p.m., dumpster fire, A Street. • At 8:07 p.m., public assist, 1600 block of West Summit Street. • At 8:26 p.m., medical call, 3300 block of Bandolina Avenue. • At 8:28 p.m., medical

call, 100 block of West Mathews Street. • At 8:37 p.m., medical call, 1300 block of Adams Avenue.

Dec. 25

• At 12:45 a.m., medical call, 100 block of Ash Avenue. • At 1:48 a.m., medical call, 1600 block of North Michigan Avenue. • At 6:15 a.m., medical call, 400 block of Chamisal Avenue. • At 8:59 a.m., motor vehicle accident, West Hendricks Street and South Spruce Avenue. • At 10:47 a.m., medical call, 3000 block of Radcliffe Drive. • At 11:19 a.m., medical call, 200 block of West Mathews Street. • At 12:34 a.m., medical call, 1100 block of West Eighth Street. • At 1:28 p.m., medical call, 1100 block of Gayle Drive. • At 3:59 p.m., medical call, 1300 block of Sunset Place. • At 5:05 p.m., medical call, 300 block of East Frazier Street. • At 5:31 p.m., medical call, 400 block of East Summit Street. • At 7:37 p.m., medical call, 100 block of North Kansas Avenue.

Dec. 26

call, 1400 block of South Union Avenue. • At 7:37 a.m., public assist call, 1700 block of North Michigan Avenue. • At 7:57 a.m., medical call, 900 block of South Virginia Avenue. • At 8:56 a.m., medical call, 1600 block of South Main Street. • At 9:58 a.m., medical call, 1300 block of Fourth Street. • At 10:07 a.m., medical call, 800 block of East Albuquerque Street. • At 10:52 a.m., medical call, 800 block of Swinging Spear Road. • At 11:35 a.m., medical call, West Orchard Park Road. • At 12:24 p.m., medical call, 5500 block of North Main Street. • At 12:36 p.m., carbon monoxide check, 1100 block of Brown Street. • At 1:54 p.m., medical call, 6400 block of Beard Street. • At 3:04 p.m., medical call, G Street and East Wells Street. • At 4:06 p.m., public assist call, 200 block of Sherrill Lane. • At 4:32 p.m., medical call, 200 block of East 22nd Street. • At 4:56 p.m., fire alarm, 3100 block of Vassar Drive. • At 5:43 p.m., public assist call, 300 block of West Hendricks Street. • At 6:25 p.m., medical

call, 2000 block of North Main Street. • At 6:29 p.m., medical call, 1200 block of West Second Street. • At 8:28 p.m., grass fire, 500 block of East Forest Street. • At 8:46 p.m., motor vehicle accident, Urton Road and East Mescalero Road. • At 8:50 p.m., medical call, 2600 block of Cornell Drive. • At 9:01 p.m., medical call, Wagon Trail. • At 9:37 p.m., fire alarm, 2500 block of Cambridge Avenue.

Dec. 27

• At 3:45 a.m., medical call, 400 block of Wooldridge Avenue. • At 10:19 a.m., medical call, 1300 block of Meadow Lane. • At 10:34 a.m., motor vehicle accident, South Main Street and East Mountain View Road. • At 11:08 a.m., motor vehicle accident, West Pine Lodge Road and North Brown Road. • At 12:20 p.m., medical call, 1300 block of West Country Club Road. • At 1:08 p.m., medical call, 1600 block of North Delaware Avenue. • At 1:32 p.m., medical call, 500 block of West Poe Street. • At 1:34 p.m., medical call, 1500 block North Montana Avenue.

Roswell Daily Record • At 2:33 p.m., medical call, 500 block of West Poe Street. • At 3:13 p.m., motor vehicle accident, Clovis Highway. • At 4:52 p.m., grass fire, 600 block of West Mathews Street. • At 9:20 p.m., structure fire, Lusk Drive and South Union Avenue. • At 9:48 p.m., public assist call, 500 block of South Wyoming Avenue. • At 11:36 p.m., medical call, 120 block of West Crossroads Street.

Dec. 28

• At 1:13 a.m., medical call, 500 block of Redwood Street. • At 3:40 a.m., motor vehicle accident, East Second Street and Tower Road. • At 4:55 a.m., medical call, 1100 block of West Eighth Street. • At 5:53 a.m., medical call, 3700 block of South Atkinson Avenue. • At 6:53 a.m., medical call, 400 block of East Bland Street. • At 8:38 a.m., medical call, 900 block of Davidson Drive. • At 8:56 a.m., medical call, 1100 block of Beloit Drive. • At 9:11 a.m., medical call, 800 block of East 23rd Street. • At 9:39 a.m., smoke or odor removal, 700 block of North Greenwood Avenue. • At 9:46 a.m., medical

call, 2000 block of South Sunset Avenue. • At 9:53 a.m., medical call, 2900 block of West Fourth Street. • At 1:56 p.m., medical call, 2400 block of South Sunset Avenue. • At 2:52 p.m., fire alarm, 600 block of South Adams Drive. • At 5:43 p.m., fire alarm, 2300 block of Cornell Drive. • At 5:54 p.m., motor vehicle accident, 1300 block of North Main Street. • At 6:17 p.m., medical call, 700 block of Canoncito Drive. • At 6:24 p.m., medical call, 310 block of West Mescalero Road. • At 7:02 p.m., medical call, 700 block of East Fifth Street. • At 7:32 p.m., medical call, 3000 block of South Louisiana Avenue. • At 7:51 p.m., medical call, 5400 block of Gramma Avenue. • At 9:38 p.m., medical call, 1700 block of Pontiac Drive. • At 11:12 p.m., medical call, West Byrne Street.

Dec. 29

• At 12:32 a.m., medical call, 300 block of West Brasher Road. • At 12:39 a.m., medical call, 1000 block of West Purdue Drive. • At 12:57 a.m., medical call, 600 block of Apple Street.

Revolver stolen out of car Sunday Landfill will mulch • At 5:24 a.m., medical

9:57 p.m. Saturday on a charge of possession of marijuana.

Stolen revolver

The Roswell Police Department responded to a vehicle burglary in the 2300 block of South Union Avenue at 9:22 a.m. Sunday where a $700 revolver and a $400 pair of sunglasses were stolen.

Stolen laptop

Police responded to a burglary in the 2800 block of North Main Street at 12:29 a.m. Sunday where a $300 laptop and $100 Blu Ray player were stolen, according to police.

Charger stolen

Police responded to a vehicle burglary in the 300 block of West Alame-

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da Street at 11 p.m. Saturday where a $120 purse and a $40 cellphone charger were stolen.

Man arrested during drug bust

Police arrested Matthew A. Rodriguez, 25, of Dexter, at the intersection of South Richardson Avenue and West Forest Street at 10:39 p.m. Saturday on a charge of possession of marijuana.

Man arrested for possession of marijuana

Police arrested Frank Anthony Lucero, 32, of Roswell, at the intersection of Cahoon Avenue and East Hobbs Street at

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Police arrest man in drug bust

Police arrested Robert Anthony Gonzalez, 18, of Roswell, in the 1500 block of North Main Street at 7:54 p.m. Saturday on a charge of possession of marijuana.

Stolen Dodge Ram

Police responded to an unlawful taking of a motor vehicle in the 1600 block of North Greenwood Avenue at 5:24 p.m. Saturday where a Dodge Ram 1500 with a reported value of $30,000 was stolen, according to police.

Camera stolen from vehicle

Police responded to a burglary in the 3000 block of Diamond A Drive

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at 9:49 a.m. Saturday where a $800 Cannon camera, a $300 laptop, and $250 in boots and heels were stolen, according to police.

Stolen gauge

Police responded to a burglary in the 2900 block of Anna J Drive at 8:35 a.m. Saturday, where a $600 laptop and a $1,000 crystal gauge were stolen, according to police.

Stolen TV and headphones

Police responded to a vehicle burglary in the Zero Berrendo Meadows Circle at 6:40 a.m. Saturday where a $200 flatscreen TV and $200 TV headphones were stolen, according to police.

A front-page article in the Sunday edition should have said the Roswell Chamber of Commerceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Morning with Members will be held Thursday, Jan. 8. The event begins at 7 a.m. at the Chamber of Commerce, located at 131 W. Second St. To RSVP, call 623-5695.

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STAFF REPORT

Be a good citizen and recycle your natural Christmas tree.

The Roswell Landfill will grind old Christmas trees into mulch free of charge.

Most popular names in New Mexico

SANTA FE (AP) â&#x20AC;&#x201D; The most popular names for newborns in New Mexico are Liam for boys and Mia for girls.

The state Bureau of Vital Records and Health Statistics says the next three

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Cities model New Year’s events after Times Square AAA offers free PHOENIX (AP) — Televised images of New York City’s glittery ball drop have become inextricably linked with New Year’s Eve. But Times Square isn’t the only place to ring in the new year with an object dropping at midnight.

Las Cruces is spicing up New Year’s Eve with its first ever chile drop. In Miami, a 35-foot neon orange will

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light up Wednesday night, while Atlanta and Nashville, Tennessee, will mark the start of 2015 with peach and music note drops.

In Arizona, the celebratory New Year’s Eve drops include a pine cone, cowboy boot and playing card. Officials in cities with Times Squarestyled celebrations have found that the events are great ways to draw

people to their downtowns — often with accompanying fireworks displays and concerts — while embracing their heritage.

“It’s about raising the level of visibility downtown and doing things downtown that don’t go on elsewhere in the city,” said Andy Hume, coordinator of downtown development for Las Cruces.

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Some times cartoons inspire real life. When Mayor Dennis Kintigh saw this cartoon published Saturday that depicted him horrifying his granddaughter by smashing her beloved gingerbread house, Kintigh reenacted the scene for the amusement of the cartoonist, Keith Bell. Kintigh’s real-life granddaugher, Emma, 13, graciously agreed to participate in the mischief.

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on NMMI’s board of regents. Pending confirmation of the New Mexico Senate, they will serve through Dec. 31, 2018.

Paul was nominated for appointment to the board of regents for a term commencing upon confirmation of the Senate and terminating Dec. 31, 2020.

Martinez said Paul brings the experience of a 30-year career of service with the U.S. Army and New Mexico National Guard, including two tours in Iraq. Paul most recently served as acting deputy adjutant general and chief of staff for the New Mexico National Guard.

Paul has led and conducted numerous search and rescue operations, state emergency responses and counter -drug initiatives. He is currently vice president of operations at CSI Aviation, an Albuquerque-based aviation company.

Paul holds a Bachelor of Science degree in psychology and computer science from the University of New Mexico, a Master of Arts degree in strategic studies from the United States Ar my War College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, and a Master of Science degree in space operations from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Albuquerque.

Ingram is one of 19 members of his family to have attended NMMI since 1917.

He is also a former board of regents member of NMMI, who served as president of the board of regents and was awarded the Regents Medal for his service.

Ingram is a chartered life underwriter and financial consultant with expertise in the insurance and financial services industry. He is the owner of Ingram Financial Resources, an advisory firm for business owners, professionals, and high net worth individuals and families on matters of financial, business and estate planning.

In 2011, Ingram was appointed to the Institu-

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tional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central District. He also previously served on the New Mexico State Workforce Development Board.

Ingram is an Honorary Commander to the United States Air Force Inspection Agency and serves on various other boards throughout New Mexico. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in marketing and finance from Texas Tech University.

Martinez said Spencer, also an alumnus of the Institute, brings experience in government, chemical engineering and agriculture to NMMI. Spencer is the owner of both Bar W Ranch Inc. and Bartz/Spencer Solar and Wind Turbine Pumping Systems. He also serves as Lincoln County probate judge.

Prior to launching his businesses, Spencer worked at Continental Water Systems in roles including chief engineer, director of engineering, director of manufacturing and director of research and development.

Spencer, a veteran of the U.S. Army, has served on the Lincoln County Commission and on various advisory committees for New Mexico State University. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in chemical engineering from New Mexico State University.

If confir med, Ingram, Paul and Spencer would join current NMMI board members Jesse Eckel and Col. Fermin Rubio.

Current board member Stephen Paternoster’s term expires Thursday. Paternoster graduated from NMMI high school in 1979.

Eckel, currently of Roswell, graduated from NMMI’s high school division in 1967 and from NMMI’s junior college division in 1969. Eckel also served on the New Mexico Military Institute Foundation as trustee, executive committee member and investment committee member. Eckel was presi-

dent of the New Mexico Military Institute Alumni Foundation from 1990-92.

Rubio, born and raised in Roswell, did not attend NMMI. Rubio ear ned a bachelor’s degree from Eastern New Mexico University and a juris doctor from the University of New Mexico. Rubio is a U.S. Navy veteran and colonel in the New Mexico Air National Guard.

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Martinez also announced she has nominated Terry Othick of Albuquerque and Susan Tatum of Clovis for appointments on the board of regents at Eastern New Mexico University.

The board of regents at Eastern New Mexico University is a different entity than the ENMU-R College Community Board, which has board member elections on Feb. 3.

Tatum, an alumna of Eastern New Mexico University, is a small-business owner and former educator.

She founded the Clovis Counseling Center in 1988, where she continues to practice as a professional clinical counselor and specializes in individual and family therapy.

Tatum was a psychology instructor, academic adviser and financial aid director at Eastern New Mexico University prior to opening her practice. She is also a former special education teacher for Oklahoma City Public Schools and the Cerebral Palsy Center in Oklahoma City.

Tatum holds a Bachelor of Science degree in special education from the University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma, and a Master of Arts degree in

psychology from Eastern New Mexico University.

Martinez said Othick, an alumnus of Eastern New Mexico University, brings more than 40 years of experience in the information technology field through a career in the private, public and education sectors.

Othick holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Master of Business Administration, both from Eastern New Mexico University.

Othick recently retired as a consultant for an Albuquerque technology firm.

Prior to his consulting engagements, Othick was chief operations officer for the Los Lunas School District and served on the board of directors for the New Mexico Golden Apple Foundation and the Eastern New Mexico University Alumni Association.

Othick earned the Eastern New Mexico University Distinguished Service Award in 2013 for his success in raising scholarship funds for the university.

Othick has taught undergraduate and graduate technology courses at both Eastern New Mexico University and the University of New Mexico.

Othick has also previously served the state of New Mexico as the chief information of ficer for the Departments of Labor and Workforce Solutions. Before those appointments, Othick devoted more than 25 years to the Public Service Company of New Mexico in many roles, including chief operations officer.

Staff Writer Jeff Tucker may be contacted at 575622-7710, ext. 303, or at reporter01@rdrnews.com.

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‘Tipsy Tow’ for New Year’s Eve revelers SUBMITTED BY AAA NEW MEXICO

The ball will soon drop, a new year will begin, and AAA New Mexico wants to help those who celebrate New Year’s Eve with alcohol to have a safe start to 2015. AAA New Mexico encourages everyone, who is of legal drinking age and who plans to have alcoholic beverages to ring in the New Year, to designate a sober driver, make alternate plans for a cab or plan for an overnight stay. As a last resort, AAA New Mexico will once again of fer motorists a free Tipsy Tow during the holiday. The community service that aims to keep drinking drivers off the road is available from 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31 through 11:59 p.m.

Thursday, Jan. 1.

Motorists, bartenders, restaurant managers, party hosts or passengers of a drinking driver may call 1800-222-4357 or 1-800AAA-HELP for a free tow home of up to 10 miles.

Callers simply request a Tipsy Tow and will receive the free tow and ride home.

A regular AAA New Mexico-

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are not a thing that is going to happen overnight,” T rujillo said. “Burials do continue at the veteran’s cemetery and I feel it would be better if we operated under some rules and regulations in the meantime for the cemetery staf f to follow.”

Grant asked what the cemetery staff was doing about the headstone placement. The headstones that had been placed at the veteran’s cemetery wer e seated in cement, and Best said that the headstones were not supposed to be cemented into place, but rather should be handled in the same manner as the headstones at the National Cemetery in Albuquerque.

Grant said he believed the proposed costs were out of line with the industry.

City Manager Steve Polasek said Parks Director T im Williams was currently researching cemetery costs and working with Kirk to compare costs at the veteran’s cemetery with other facilities around the state.

Best asked if the headstones were still being set in cement or if they were not, and Kirk said as far as he knew, they were not being set in cement.

“The stones ar e set by a contractor, not by cemetery staff,” Kirk said.

contracted roadside service truck will be dispatched.

For rides farther than 10 miles, drivers should expect to pay the rate charged by the tow truck contractor. The passenger and tow truck driver should agree in advance what the excess mileage charges will be and the method of payment, prior to the tow.

Tipsy Tow service is only for a one-way, one-time ride for the vehicle driver.

Keep in mind the following situations do not qualify for a Tipsy Tow: • A request to tow an inoperable vehicle.

• A request to tow to another drinking establishment, repair facility or any other location other than the driver’s home or hotel where they are a registered guest.

• A request to start a vehicle, change a flat tire or deliver gas.

• A request for a “taxi” service or to transport anyone other than the driver of the vehicle.

Kirk told the committee he had been on vacation for most of December recovering fr om surgery, and he was “out of the loop” in regards to what had happened r ecently at the cemetery.

“Why are you deflecting all of our questions,” Grant asked Kirk. “I feel like you don’t want to take any responsibility for what is happening at the cemetery.”

“What do you want me to do?” Kirk asked.

“I want you to take some responsibility for the cemetery,” Grant replied.

Best then took Kirk to task over the headstones.

“You were there when they of fered to come down and train our staff on how to do the headstones,” Best said. “You just need to get with the city staff and arrange a time for him to come down and do that training.”

Best said the way the veteran’s cemetery has been handled is embarrassing to the city.

“We keep stumbling on this and it makes us look like blasted idiots,” Best said. “I’m tired of all the passing the buck. My kids could do a better job, at least they can follow directions.”

City Editor Randal Seyler may be contacted at 622-7710, ext. 311, or reporter02@rdrnews.com.

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BY BOB HAGAN GUEST COLUMNIST

I t ’ s a n o ve r ca s t D e cem b er morning, but the threat of rain has not discouraged more than 200 people from gathering in the lot of Apple Towing Co. in Albuquerque. Standing at the back of the crowd sipping a cup of coffee, U.S. Marshal Conrad Candelaria is quietly surveying the turnout and anticipating a profitable day.

There’s something to fit every pocketbook among the 38 vehicles he has for sale, ranging fr o m a 2 2- y e ar - o ld H o nd a Accord to a 2011 Ford Super Du t y p i ck up . T he r e ar e l a te model monster trucks, burly SUVs with tinted windows and custom rims, high mileage beater s a nd sl ee k s po r ts ca r s.

Showpiece of the collection is a 2008 Mercedes, estimated Blue

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Book value $70,000.

How did the U.S. Marshal’s S e rv i ce , w h i ch pr ou dly b ill s itself as “the nation’s oldest and m os t v e rs a ti l e fed er al l aw enforcement agency,” end up in the used car business?

It began back in the 1980s, when congressmen dazzled by watching too many episodes of “Miami Vice” gave the feds the authority to simply confiscate all those glossy mansions and sleek yachts as the ill-gotten fruits of the dope trade.

Compared to the tedious business of criminal prosecution, civil forfeiture is both easy and profitable. No need to investig a te , i nd i c t an d c on vic t t h e (suspected) wrongdoer. You simply take his property and force him to go to court if he wants it back. According to one study, in 80 percent of civil for feiture cases the owner is never even charged with a crime. And the

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standard the government must m eet in a civ il cas e is n ot “beyond reasonable doubt,” but the lower “preponderance of evidence.”

In nine out of 10 cases where the owner invests the time and money needed to contest the seizure, the government wins anyway. Given those odds, it’s no wonder most simply walk away from their lost rides.

States quickly followed suit with their own laws on the federal model, and since McMansions and luxury yachts proved to be in short supply in most jurisdictions, law enforcement has spread the net ever more widely in recent years.

Which is why Marshal Candelaria is now peddling 12-year old pickup trucks and battered economy model sedans.

Our legislators took a stab at reining in asset forfeiture here in New Mexico back in 2002.

But they left a gaping loophole cal led “ e qu it ab le sh ar in g,” which allows state, county and local cops to circumvent the state’s restrictions by partnerin g w it h fed er al agen cies in their investigations. Technically, the feds seize the assets and then share the proceeds with their local partners.

T h e D ec em b e r au ct io n i n Albuquerque grossed $277,125 (the Mercedes went for the bargai n p ri ce of $ 3 3 ,3 00 ), b u t nobody really has a good handle on how much asset forfeiture is adding to local law enforcement cof fers statewide or how that money is being spent, according to New Mexico ACLU Public Policy Director Steven Allen.

The ACLU would like to see the law amended to funnel all of it into the state General Fund, a reform which should draw bipartisan support from legislators looking for new dollars to

counterbalance falling oil and gas revenues.

Tur ning police work into a for -profit enterprise has never been a good idea. Start with a speed trap on the highway outside town and sooner or later you wind up with Judge Roy Bean. Cops are people, and peop le r esp o nd t o in cen t ives.

Reward revenue enhancement — if not directly in the form of commendations, pay bonuses and promotions, then through sharing in all the shiny new equ ip men t an d ot h er p er k s funded from fattened budgets — and you inevitably warp priorities.

If we wan t ef fect ive, even handed law enforcement, we taxpayers should be willing to pay for it out of our own pockets.

EDITORIAL

Deciding between good and best for the year ahead 2015 will be over almost quicker than you can say Happy New Year! Just look how fast 2014 sped by us all. Time rarely feels as if it’s standing still unless we are waiting on something to happen. Time only drags when we need something to happen like a cure for a disease, a job to open or a relative to come home from the Middle East. When time drags we make the mistake of wishing it away.

We only have a little bit of time. We all have the same in a day, a week or a year.

Every year that we live we are extended the same number of days and minutes. We do all kinds of things with time. We waste time, kill time, try to make up time, lose track of time or don’t pay attention to time.

Regardless of how we treat time it’s only doing one thing: Moving swiftly through the hourglass one grain or second at a time.

I’m thankful for time. I’m grateful for time with my wife and each family member.

I’m grateful for this moment to sit here and peck a few words out on my keyboard. I suppose one of my problems is how do I fit all I want to do into my time. I guess I enjoy doing too much. If I only enjoyed doing one or two things then my time spent might be a little easier. Each day and moment I would simply devote my full attention to one particular aspect of life. Actually, that might not be a bad idea. But could I really do it?

Could I devote 24 hours a day to my family? I could, but they really don’t want me in their hair 24/7. I could devote 24 hours a day to prayer and reading the Bible or reading other good books. But then, I don’t want to be an isolated religious person who never enjoys this incredible world or people.

I could devote 24 hours a day to the school I serve and do a lot of the work that many others do. However, institutions are stronger and better when the work is spread around to others. I could spend more time simply writing books, visiting family and friends and pursuing other hobbies I enjoy.

Somehow we have to determine what is best. I heard about this farmer who hired a man to sort potatoes. The man’s job was to put the bad potatoes in one pile, the good potatoes in another pile and the best potatoes in another pile. The man agreed to the job. At the end of the day the farmer came to see how his new employee was doing and he had not done anything. He was simply standing looking back and forth at two potatoes. The farmer, bewildered, asked, “Why haven’t you done what I asked you to do?” The hired man responded, “I just can’t decide between the good and the best potatoes.”

Our dilemma in 2015 may not be in deciding between good and bad but between good and best. There are a lot of good things we can do with our time in 2015. Using our time to do the best things may be our toughest decision.

Dr. Glenn Mollette is a syndicated American columnist and author. He is read in all 50 states. The views expressed are those of the author and are not necessarily representative of any other group, organization or this publication. Like his facebook page at facebook.com/GlennMollette.

Back to the future, generation IV In the movie trilogy “Back to the Future,” Marty McFly travels back to Nov. 5, 1955, the day “Doc” Brown had invented the flux capacitor used in the modified DeLorean powered by plutonium, a nuclear fuel. That was just a movie, but in the real world we also have to go back in time to understand the energy of the future.

Back in the 1940s, the early nuclear researchers were all housed in government laboratory communes at Oak Ridge in Tennessee, at the Idaho National Lab in the high desert of eastern Idaho, at Argonne in Chicago and Los Alamos in New Mexico. Across the country, the nation’s top chemist, physicists, metallurgists, mathematicians and various engineers worked together in an atmosphere of feverish excitement. The government supported them with the freedom to explore the furthest boundaries of their burgeoning new technology field.

While locked in what they

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thought of as a life-or-death race with the Soviet Union, they aimed to be first in every aspect of scientific inquiry, especially those that involved atom splitting. Then the active cold war with USSR ended in the late 1980s and without that perceived threat, federal research money just dried up, which affected the entire nuclear industry’s intellectual research base for the next 30 years as well as advanced reactor designs.

Recently, a flood of young engineers has entered the nuclear technology field. More than 1,164 nuclear engineering

degrees were awarded in 2013 — a 160 percent increase over the number granted a decade ago. What happened to cause this influx? The general fear of nuclear has transitioned to the general fear of man-made climate change. Many hardcore environmentalists are now having second thoughts about nuclear power because they believe it will play a vital role in controlling a climate change disaster. Remember in the last article I wrote that nuclear fuel is one million times more energy dense than fossil fuels without the CO2.

Today’s new engineers actually went back to the past to find the next generation of nuclear reactor designs (GenIV).

The molten salt (liquid) design was one of those designs and it wasn’t just theoretical because Oak Ridge National Labs had actually built a real demonstrable reactor, which ran from 1965-69, racking up 20,000 operating hours without a

hitch. This reactor was so safe it actually had an on/off switch that was used when everyone went home for the weekend.

The reactor would immediately shut down and would start back up on Monday when someone flipped the switch back on. There is no such thing as a meltdown with a liquid reactor.

Several new startup nuclear engineering companies have emerged in recent years here in the U.S. and Canada, each with its own advanced reactor design. This new generation of pioneers is working with the same sense of mission and urgency that animated the discipline of the original founders of nuclear technology and their mission is to curb climate change with sustainable clean energy. All of the new blood, new ideas, and new money are having a real effect. In the last several years, an industry that

nia.

The PCV13 vaccine is not “new.” It has been included in childhood vaccinations for several years. But it is new for adults.

The CDC r ecommends a single dose of PCV13 for anyone who is older than 65. If you h ave t h e op t i on , t h e CDC says it is best to get the PCV13 before the PPSV23. If you are getting the PCV13 first, wait a year between the two vaccines. If, as in your ca se , yo u h ave alr ead y received the PPSV23 vaccine, you can still get the PCV13 vaccine.

Vaccines are important for avoiding infection. But these vaccines protect only against specific bacteria. There are many other things you can, an d sh ou ld , d o t o r ed u ce your risk of catching pneu-

monia caused by other bact er ia an d vir u ses. T h ese measures will also protect you against a cold, the flu and many other infections.

T h e b est wa y t o p r ot ect yourself from infection is to wash your hands often with soap and warm water. Rub your hands together for a full 20 seconds. If you don’t have access to soap and water, use an alcohol-based hand san it iz er. S t ay away fr om people you know are sick. If you are sick, stay home to avoid infecting others. At home, avoid kissing, hugging and sharing utensils with someone who is unwell.

When I caught pneumonia due to pneumococcus, I ha not received the vaccine — b ecau se I was n ot old

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Getting second pneumonia vaccine is now recommended DEAR DOCTOR K: I’m 70 years old. I already had a p n eu mon i a vacc in e, b ac k when I was 65. At my checkup last week, my doctor said I need to get another one.

Why? DEAR READER: I always like to hear that adults are staying up to date with their v ac c i n at ion s, as y ou di d when you received a dose of t h e P P S V23 ( Pn e um ova x) v ac c i n e a t a ge 65 . P neu movax helps protect against pneumonia caused by one c o mm on t y pe of b ac ter ia, called pneumococcus.

Pn e um on ia c au sed b y pneumococcus bacteria can make people very sick, very fast. I know: It happened to me.

Wi t ho ut t r eat men t, t h e p n eu m on ia ca n beco me severe. The bacteria can also

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spread into the bloodstream or can cause meningitis, a serious infection of the membr an es su r r ou nd in g t he brain and spinal cord.

Now, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are advising adults age 65 an d o ld er t o get a sec on d vaccine to prevent bacterial pneumonia. The second vaccine, PCV13 (Prevnar 13), is expected to pr event many additional cases of pneumo-

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What are the most important words of 2014?

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BY LORETTA CLARK ROSWELL PUBLIC LIBRARY

New Year’s resolutions are expressed in words.

Words are important; whether used to phrase a resolution or to communicate with family, friends or associates. “Culture” was named the 2014 word of the year by Merriam-Webster Dictionary. Since their website records how often people search for a certain word, they base their selection for “word of the year” on the percentage of increases for a certain word, along with interesting, often culture-driven — if you will — spikes of concentrated interest. The dictionary lists numerous aspects for the word culture.

By definition, culture is: the beliefs, customs, arts, etc., of a particular society, group, place, or time; a particular society that has its own beliefs, ways of life, art, etc.; and a way of thinking, behaving, or working that exists in a place or organization. In the library’s online catalog of materials, culture has 484 entries listed as the subject heading.

In the No. 2 spot is “nostalgia.” This year was the 50th anniversary for many events which began in 1964: the start of the free speech movement, the passage of the Civil Rights Act, the birth of the Ford Mustang and the British Invasion heralded by the land-

ing of the Beatles on U.S. soil for the first time. Nostalgia may be why “Auld Lang Syne” is sung on New Year’s Eve. Band leader Guy Lombardo is often credited with popularizing the use of the song at New Year’s Eve celebrations in America, through his annual broadcasts on radio and television beginning in 1929. According to Merriam-Webster, the ter m means the ‘good old times.’

Other definitions say ‘times gone by.’ The poem, “Auld Lang Syne” was written by Robert Burns in 1788 and then set to the tune of a traditional folk song.

Rosie Klopfer, Interlibrary Loan and Periodicals librarian, began her career at the Roswell Public Library in May of 1985. She will be retiring on Dec. 31.

Nostalgia is evident as Rosie reminisces about her years of service. “Libraries are more than books, periodicals and reference materials. There is something for everyone in our community and everyone should take advantage and use the items the Roswell Public Library has to of fer in house or online at roswellpubliclibrary.org.

Our definition of a library has expanded to include the Internet, books online, and now you can bring

your own laptop and use our wireless. Our library has had an addition and renovation, gone online, acquired videos, audiobooks, DVDs, eBooks and eAudiobooks. There are databases such as the new Science Flix, for children; A to Z Maps Online to learn about countries, culture, customs and maps around the world; and Mango languages that teach how to say goodbye or hello in over 40 languages.”

Book talk

Rosie Klopfer shares her love of libraries with the following books about libraries.

For the Roswell Public Library’s 100th anniversary celebration, Dorothy Cave’s “Dear Mr. Carnegie” highlights the workings of the Roswell Woman’s Club and their desire for a library. To obtain a library building, they began with a series of many letters that began “Dear Mr. Car negie.”

Through many set-backs and disappointments, these dedicated women persevered and the Car negie Library opened on April 2, 1906. The need for more room led to the building of the Roswell Public Library which opened at 301 N. Pennsylvania Ave. on July 17, 1978.

Jones’ Theodore “Carnegie Libraries Across America: A Public Legacy” introduces Andrew Carnegie and explores his

motives in endowing the construction of libraries on such a massive scale.

Carnegie sponsored 1,688 public libraries in over 14,000 towns during the first three decades of the 20th century. Readers will meet the decision-makers and learn the criteria by which they judged who was a fit beneficiary of the Carnegie largess and who was not.

Using nearly 100 superb reproductions, including many never -before-seen postcards and photographs, he identifies the dif fering architectural styles represented in various Car negie libraries.

Although not all Carnegie Libraries are discussed, he does include a complete directory listing the location, date of construction, and current use of each library at the time of publication.

Linda Harris’ “One Book at a Time: The History of the Library in New Mexico” represents the history of nearly a thousand libraries in New Mexico; from the storefront library to public and research libraries.

Robert Dawson spent 18 years collecting color, as well as black and white photographs of libraries for his book, “The Public Library: A Photographic Essay.” This book shows old, new, large, small, and closed libraries from 47 states. The black and white photos are especially breath taking and capture

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the real sense of their location and place. The photo of the main library of Santa Fe is at night presenting a very lovely picture with lights in all the windows.

Willard Library in Indiana looks like a church and is said to be haunted by a ghost.

Readers will enjoy browsing through the pictures and lear ning about the spirit of libraries, Well, Roswell and our little green friends are not in this book, neither is the Hackly Library in Muskegon, Michigan, with its translucent glass floors and stained glass windows of authors. Bill Moyers did the forward with reflections

by Isaac Asimov, Barbara Kingsolver, Amy Tan and others. Following her retirement, Rosie plans on visiting a few of these libraries, with Duluth, Minnesota, being one of the first on the list.

What’s happening?

For readers with new reading devices, or anyone wanting to lear n more about how to download Library eBooks and eAudiobooks, the Library will be conducting free classes.

The first class will be held on Monday, Jan. 5, at 2 p.m. A repeat class will be held on Saturday, Jan. 10, at 10 a.m. For more information and to register, visit the Library or phone 6227101. Please register in advance at the Reference

Desk, so that the librarians can properly provide for your needs.

Holiday hours

The library and bookdrop will also close at 1 p.m. on New Year’s Eve and remain closed through New Year’s Day. The library will reopen at 9 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 2. There will not be any storytimes for children until Jan. 7.

Books Again

Now that the rush of Christmas activities is over, take time to relax with a good book. The Books Again Used Book Store, 404 W. Second St., will be open today and on New Year’s Eve, closed for New Year’s Day and open again on Jan. 2. Each month the store features a special sale.

The December sale includes all books for children and teens for $1 each.

During January, the sale encompasses all fiction titles for $1 each. Books not on the special sale are still a bargain as they are priced at approximately one-fourth of the original price. The shelves are full of fiction and nonfiction books, just waiting to be purchased. The regular hours for Books Again are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday through Saturday.

The store is operated by Friends of the Library volunteers. Parking is located behind the store.

Watch night service to be hosted at First United Methodist Ther e will be a watch night service hosted by First United Methodist Church, located at 200 N. Pennsylvania Ave., at 11 p.m., Dec. 31. A watch night service is a latenight Christian chur ch service. The service will include communion and should finish around midnight.

In many different Christian traditions, a watch night service is held late o n N e w Ye a r ’ s E v e a n d ends after midnight.

This provides the opportunity for Christians to review the year that has passed and make confession, and then prepare for the year ahead by praying and resolving.

The founder of the Methodist Church, John Wesley, originated watch night services in 1740, sometimes calling them Covenant Renewal Services.

Line dance registration to take place

Line dance registration will take place from Dec. 15 until Jan. 3 at the R o s w e l l A d u l t C e n t e r, located at 807 N. Missouri Ave. There are four classes to choose from, ranging from beginner to advanced. Margie Chavez will teach all classes.

Endangered species tour to take place

Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge will host an endangered and threatened species tour

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enough. I was feeling g r ea t w h en I w e n t t o bed. When I got up the next morning, however, I felt very tired. When I looked in the mirror, I looked white as a ghost.

I f e l t h o t an d h ad a high fever. I took myself to the emergency room and my blood pressure was very low: I was in shock.

Fortunately, prompt t r e at men t t ur n e d m e

starting at 9 a.m., Jan. 3, at the Joseph R. Skeen Visitor Center.

For more infor mation, call 625-4011.

ment District will host its quarterly meeting at 10 a.m., Jan. 9, at the Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus Union Building banquet room.

The guest speaker for the meeting will be Bill Morris and there will be an election of of ficers at the meeting.

For mor e infor mation call 624-6131.

Yoga class registration taking place

There will be yoga classes for all levels starting Jan. 6 at the Roswell Adult Center, located at 807 N. Missouri Ave. Classes are Tuesday and/or Thursday at 8 a.m. The first class will be Jan. 6. People may register at the RAC. For mor e infor mation call 624-6718.

Sunday Funday to take place

Elvis E. Fleming will be the speaker at the Sunday Funday program at 3 p.m., Jan 4, at the Historical Society for Southeast New Mexico, located at 208 N. Lea Ave. Fleming will speak about his experiences in the country music business in the 1950s as he sought to break into “big-time” entertainment.

The public is welcome to attend.

Desk and Derrick Club to meet

The Desk and Derrick Club will meet for its monthly meeting at noon, Jan. 6, at the Elks Lodge, located at 1720 N. Montana Ave. T im Coakley will give the program.

Reservations must be made by Jan. 5 to Cynthia

around and I was back i n ac t i on a f e w da y s later. But I came close to dying. When it came time for me to get the vaccine, I surely did. I don’t want that to happen ever again.

D r. K o ma ro ff i s a physician and professor a t H a r v a rd M e d i ca l School. To send quest i o n s , g o t o A s k D o ctorK.com, or write: Ask Doctor K, 10 Shattuck S t . , S e c o n d F l o o r, Boston, MA 02115.

Adult Center closes for holidays

Garrison at 623-6601.

Deadline for Master Gardener registration

The Chaves County Cooperative Extension Service is offering a 13week Master Gar dener course that will be held every Friday mor ning, 9 a.m. to noon, from Jan. 9 through March 27.

Classes will cover topics pertinent to gardening in New Mexico and Chaves County and will be presented by specialists in horticulture and agronomy.

The course will be held at Chaves County Extension Auditorium, 200 E. Chisum St., in Roswell.

The cost is $90 and applications are available at the Chaves County Extension Of fice or online at c h a v e s - e x t e n sion.nmsu.edu.

Class size is limited.

Registration deadline is Jan. 5. For more informa-

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had been declining in the U.S. has become dynamic again, once more charged with a feeling of boundless possibility and optimism.

However, the government funding and support enjoyed by those early pioneers has all but disappeared. It will be very difficult to develop the advanced liquid thorium reactors with just Silicon Valley VC-scale funding.

There has to be a sub-

tion call 622-3210.

Chapter B of P.E.O. to meet

Chapter B of P.E.O. will meet at 9:30 a.m., Jan. 8.

Sally Pretti will serve as hostess and Jeni Flowers will serve as co-hostess.

For mor e infor mation call Pat Walker at 6225069.

Learn more about Chamber benefits

The Roswell Chamber of Commerce will host Morning with Members at 7 a.m. on Jan. 8. This is the perfect time to get to learn about all your Chamber benefits and ask any questions you may have.

Breakfast will be provided.

For more information call 623-5695.

Economic Development District meeting to take place

The Southeastern New Mexico Economic Developstantial government involvement in nuclear reactor research and development or the U.S. will be buying/leasing future reactors from exporters like China, Russia, Japan or South Korea. What will our future be?

Martin Kral lives in Roswell. He spent 30 years in the computer industry and is now taking classes on climate change and fossil fuels. He can be contacted at mkral@cableone.net.

The Roswell Adult Center will close at 4:30 p.m. on Dec. 31 and be closed all day Jan. 1. The class schedule for 2015 is now available at the front desk.

For more information call 624-6718.

Soup ‘n’ Bowl topic at Fine Arts League meeting

The Roswell Fine Arts League and Miniature Arts Society will meet at 7 p.m., Jan. 12, at the Roswell Adult Center. The speaker will be Nancy Fleming who will speak on the 2015 Soup n’ Bowl at the Anderson Art Gallery.

All artists are invited to attend. For more information call 208-0795.

DWI Program to host meeting

The Chaves County DWI P r o gr am wil l h ave it s monthly meeting at 11:30 a.m., Jan. 15, at K-Bob’s S t eak h ou se, locat ed at 2000 N. Main St. For mor e infor mation call 622-3397.

RCLT presents ‘Dracula’

Take a bite out of Dracula for your after-holiday adventure. The Roswell Community Little Theatre presents the world’s most famous vampire, “Dracula,” Friday and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. with an extra special performance near m id nigh t (ex pect it t o st ar t at 1 1 :3 0 p .m .) on Jan. 23. Lucy has a myst er i ou s d i sease t h at is traced to a vampire.

Join t h e r ac e t o fin d and destroy the vampire.

Come in costume and win the prize.

Play dates are Jan. 1618 and 23-25. Make your reservations on the new web sit e at R oswell Th eatre.com or call 622-1982.

The theater is located at 1717 S. Union Ave. next to the Icon movie theater.

Around Town is a free community calendar provid ed for c om mu n ity orga n iza tion s. S u bm issions should be 100 words or fewer and include the time and date of the event, physical address and a contact number. Submissions should be submitted at least two weeks bef ore th e d a te of th e event. Email Around Town su bm issi on s to vistas@rdrnews.com.

Broadway box offices bulging with holiday profits NEW YORK (AP) — Theater-goers were generous to Broadway producers this holiday season, with 19 of the current 36 shows breaking the $1 million mark for the week and almost 30,000 more people in the seats than last Christmastime.

The Broadway League said Monday that shows on the Great White Way pulled in $40,843,987 for the week ending Sunday, better than the same week last

year when 30 shows attracted $38,783,854.

Attendance also went from 290,386 in 2013 to 317,826 this year, with crowds taking advantage of mild New York weather and Christmas falling on a Thursday.

“A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder” broke the Walter Kerr Theatre’s house record for highest single-week gross, taking in $1,062,740 over eight shows.

A6 Tuesday, December 30, 2014 OBITUARIES

George Frederick Ziegler

George Frederick Ziegler, 93, died peacefully of natural causes at the Southern Utah Veterans Home in Ivins, Utah on Dec. 23, 2014.

George served the U.S. Air Force for 26 years, with responsibilities ranging from hands-on aircraft maintenance and aircraft pilot orientation during World War II to supervising ICBM missile maintenance during the Cold War. He retired from the Air Force in 1966 in Roswell, New Mexico at Walker Air Force Base, having attained the rank of Chief Warrant Officer (W-4).

George’s second career was in civil service, working for the Army Materiel Command and the New Mexico Military Institute.

George was known by all for his love of family and friends, sense of duty, engaging personality, and quick mind. He enjoyed growing up with his extended family and friends in Philadelphia, serving in the military, helping raise and support his own family and spending time with his grandkids. He could often be found following his beloved Eagles and Phillies, or playing golf, bridge, and chess — or even just solving

NATION/OBITUARIES crossword and jigsaw puzzles.

George was preceded in death by his parents, John and Jennie Ziegler, his wife, Rose Mary Ziegler, his son, George Warren “Chip” Ziegler and his brother, John George “Jack” Ziegler.

Survivors include his daughter, Jennie Barnett of St. George, Utah, his daughter, L ynn Christiansen of Santa Fe, New Mexico, and his son, Eric Ziegler of Tucson, Arizona.

George has seven grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be held at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Jan. 2, 2015, at 12:45 pm.

The family would like to extend their appreciation to the staffs of the Southern Utah Veterans Home and Journey of Hope Hospice.

High School and Northeastern Junior College, he decided to join the U.S. Navy.

Mr. Artzer held many patents for building machinery and components with the most notable being the Artzer Z Tech Pane used for building and was earthquake and tornado proof.

Paul serviced and set up factories around the world.

Prior to setting up his own companies, he worked as a designer for Walt Disney Companies and Adolf Coors.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Gertrude (Sewald) Artzer; brothers John Artzer and Richard Artzer; sister Susie Artzer Minichuk; nephews Jesse Samber and Frankie Nelson and niece Lisa Grace.

Mr. Artzer is survived by his beloved wife Terri; sons John, Joe and James; daughters Elizabeth and Christina; sisters Louise, Barbara, Julie, Bernice, Mary, Margie, Andrea and Monica, and brother Luke as well as numerous nieces and nephews and nine grandchildren.

Paul J. Artzer

Paul J. Artzer, 75 of Wimberley, Texas was born July 20, 1939 and passed away Nov. 18, 2014 after a yearlong battle with cancer.

A memorial service for Mr. Artzer will be held in the spring of 2015 in Sterling.

Paul was born in Sterling to John and Gertrude (Sewald) Artzer. After graduating from St. Anthony’s

Benjamin F. Graveline

Graveside services for Benjamin F. Graveline, 81, of Roswell, will be at 2

p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014 at the Gen. Douglas McBride Veteran’s Cemetery with Pastor Jerry Beaver officiating.

Military honors will be provided by Roswell Honor Guard. The family will be accepting visitation from 27 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2014 at Anderson-Bethany Funeral Home. Benjamin passed away Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014.

Benjamin was born Dec. 25, 1933 in Meriden, Connecticut to Edgar S. Graveline and Mary Duda. He married Melva B. Shipp on April 27, 1995. Benjamin was a loving and loyal man to all who knew him. Enjoying a cup of coffee every morning at Denny’s with his dear friends was the perfect way to start the morning after kissing his wife goodbye. He also was very grateful and proud of his Church (Tabernacle Baptist Church), family, friends and especially his little dog Prissy. Benjamin was an amazing husband, dad, granddad, and friend who will be truly missed by all.

Benjamin is survived by his wife, Melva B. Graveline of the family home; daughter, Debbie Graveline of Albuquerque; son Richard Graveline of Roswell; two granddaughters, Ranee and Rochelle Graveline of Roswell; great-grandsons, Logan and Michael of Roswell; sister, Gerogiana (Ray) Rogers; step-children, Billyjak Shipp and wife Shannon; grandchildren, Raeleigh and Sean, Cynthia Voss and her husband Russell; grandchildren, Alexander and Ryan.

Benjamin was preceded in death by a son, Robert Graveline; brothers, Phillip and Edgar Jr. Graveline; sisters, Teresa Thompson and Annette Graveline.

Roswell Daily Record Services are under the direction of AndersonBethany Funeral Home and Crematory.

would always prepare a “feast.” She enjoyed entertaining family and friends at her home. She was a giver and full of love. She always put everyone’s needs in front of her own and never met a stranger. She was also a devoted member of The Hereford Elks Lodge and served as an officer. Her family loved her and will dearly miss her.

Sheree was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Barry Thomas Long (1999).

Sheree Rampley 1956–2014

Sheree Rampley, 58, longtime Hereford, Texas resident went home to be with her Lord, Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014 at her residence with her family at her bedside.

A Celebration of Life service is scheduled for 2 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014 at First Baptist Church with Rev. Kyle Streun, Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in Rest Lawn Cemetery.

Services are under the direction of Hereford Heritage Funeral Home, 411 E. 6th Street.

Sheree was born June 30, 1956 in Butler, Pennsylvania, to Thomas Leroy and Marlene Joan (Hillwig) Long.

She moved to Hereford in 1974 from Roswell. She married Douglas Barry Rampley in Hereford on Dec. 23, 1976. Doug and Sheree were deeply in love with each other starting as high school sweethearts.

Sheree loved her family more than anything especially her grandbabies. She truly enjoyed cooking for her family and others and

Survivors include her husband Doug of the home; two daughters, Jennifer Rampley of Hereford, Julie Campbell and husband Cory of Plano, Texas.; one brother, Gary Long of Hereford; two sisters, Kelly Dewbre and husband Dennis, Lori Long, both of Hereford and two grandchildren, Addyson Campbell (3 years) and Connor Campbell (3 months), both of Plano, Texas.

The family suggests memorials to the American Cancer Society, location of choice.

Claribel Y. Marshall

Services are pending at Ballard Funeral Home and Crematory for Claribel Y. Marshall, who passed away Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014 in Roswell.

A further announcement will be made once arrangements have been finalized.

Being uninsured in America will cost you more Maryland diocese: bishop WASHINGTON (AP) — Being uninsured in America will cost you more in 2015.

It’s the first year all taxpayers have to report to the Internal Revenue Service whether they had health insurance for the previous year, as required under President Barack Obama’s law. Those who were uninsured face fines, unless they qualify for one of about 30 exemptions, most of which involve financial hardships.

Dayna Dayson of Phoenix estimates that she’ll have to pay the taxman $290 when she files her federal return. Dayson, who’s in her early 30s, works in marketing and doesn’t have a lot left over each month after housing, transportation and other fixed costs. She’d like health insurance but she couldn’t afford it in 2014, as required by the law.

“It’s touted as this amazing thing, but right now, for me, it doesn’t fit into my budget,” she said.

R yan Moon of Des Moines, Iowa, graduated from college in 2013 with a bachelor’s in political science, and is still hunting for a permanent job with benefits. He expects to pay a fine of $95. A supporter of the health care law, he feels conflicted about its insurance mandate and fines.

“I hate the idea that you have to pay a penalty, but at the same time, it helps other people,” said Moon, who’s in his early 20s. “It really helps society, but society has to be forced to help society.”

Going without health insurance has always involved financial risks. You could have an accident and end up with thousands of dollars in medical bills.

Now, you may also get fined. In a decision that allowed Obama’s law to advance, the Supreme Court ruled in 2012 that the coverage requirement and its accompanying fines were a constitutionally valid exercise of Congress’

authority to tax.

In 2015, all taxpayers have to report to the IRS on their health insurance status the previous year. Most will check a box. It’s also when the IRS starts collecting fines from some uninsured people, and deciding if others qualify for exemptions.

What many people don’t realize is that the penalties go up significantly in 2015.

Only 3 percent of uninsured people know what the fine for 2015 will be, according to a recent poll by the nonpartisan Kaiser Family Foundation.

Figuring out your potential exposure if you’re uninsured isn’t simple.

For 2014, the fine is the greater of $95 per person or 1 percent of household income above the threshold for filing taxes. It will jump in 2015 to the greater of 2 percent of income or $325.

By 2016, the average fine will be about $1,100, based on government figures.

People can get a sense of the potential hit by going online and using the Tax Policy Center’s Affordable Care Act penalty calculator.

Many taxpayers may be able to get a pass. Based on congressional analysis, tax preparation giant H&R Block says roughly 4 million uninsured people will pay penalties and 26 million will qualify for exemptions from the list of more than 30 waivers.

But it’s unclear whether taxpayers are aware of the exemptions.

Deciding what kind of waiver to seek could be crucial. Some can be claimed directly on a tax return, but others involve mailing paperwork to the Department of Health and Human Services. Tax preparation companies say the IRS has told them it’s taking steps to make sure taxpayers’ returns don’t languish in bureaucratic limbo while HHS rules on their waivers.

TurboTax has created a free online tool called “Exemption Check” for peo-

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In this photo taken Dec. 22, Ryan Moon of Des Moines, Iowa, stands outside of his apartment. The cost of being uninsured in America is going up significantly next year for millions of people as penalties under President Barack Obama’s health care law will double. Moon, a recent college graduate who has not been able to land a permanent job with good benefits, estimates he will have to pay a penalty of more than $90.

ple to see if they may qualify for a waiver. Charges apply later if the taxpayer files through TurboTax. Timing will be critical for uninsured people who want to avoid the rising penalties for 2015.

That’s because Feb. 15 is the last day of open enrollment under the health law.

After that, only people with special circumstances can sign up. But just 5 percent of uninsured people know the correct deadline, according to the Kaiser poll.

“We could be looking at a real train wreck after Feb. 15,” said Stan Dorn, a health policy expert at the nonpartisan Urban Institute. “People will file their tax returns and learn they are subject to a much larger penalty for 2015, and they can do absolutely nothing to avoid that.”

The insurance requirement and penalties remain the most unpopular part of the health care law. They were intended to serve a broader purpose by nudging healthy people into the

insurance pool, helping to keep premiums more affordable.

Sensitive to political backlash, supporters of the health care law have played down the penalties in their sign-up campaigns. But stressing the positive — such as the availability of financial help and the fact that insurers can no longer turn away people with health problems — may be contributing to the information gap about the penalties.

Dayson, the Phoenix resident, says she’s hoping her employer will offer a health plan she can fit into her budget, allowing her to avoid higher fines for 2015.

In Des Moines, recent college graduate Moon has held a succession of temporary local and state government jobs that don’t provide affordable coverage.

The penalties are on his mind.

“When it gets up to $325, I hope I have a career that actually offers me a good health care plan,” he said.

An Episcopal bishop who was the driver in a hit-andrun crash that killed a bicyclist in Baltimore was charged four years ago with drunken driving and marijuana possession, court documents show.

Bishop Suffragan Heather Cook, who is the No. 2 leader for the Episcopal Diocese of Maryland, was driving a car that hit Tom Palermo, 41, on a sunny Saturday afternoon, diocese spokeswoman Sharon Tillman said.

Palermo died from head injuries, said Bruce Goldfarb, spokesman for the Maryland medical examiner’s office.

Court records show that a sheriff’s deputy stopped Cook on Sept. 10, 2010, in Caroline County on the Eastern Shore. The officer wrote in a report that Cook was driving on the shoulder at 29 mph in a 50 mph-zone with a shredded front tire.

The deputy noted that a strong alcohol odor emanated from the vehicle and that Cook had vomit down the front of her shirt.

The officer wrote that Cook was so intoxicated that she couldn’t finish a field sobriety test because she might fall and hurt herself.

According to the report, Cook registered .27 percent blood alcohol content. The legal limit in Maryland is .08 percent.

The officer found two small bags of marijuana in the vehicle, along with paraphernalia, and a bottle of wine and a bottle of liquor.

Cook pleaded guilty to drunken driving, and the prosecution of marijuana possession charges was dropped. A judge sentenced her to a fine and probation before judgment on the DUI charge, meaning her record could be cleared if she stayed out of trouble.

Tillman said Cook disclosed the earlier charges when she was vetted and ultimately elected as the diocese’s first female bishop.

In an email Sunday, Bish-

op Eugene Sutton told priests in the diocese that Cook left the scene of Saturday’s accident, but returned about 20 minutes later “to take responsibility for her actions.”

Flowers and messages at the scene Monday expressed sympathy for Palermo. The busy residential road included a designated bike lane.

Sutton said Cook was on administrative leave “because the nature of the accident could result in criminal charges.”

“Together with the Diocese of Maryland, I express my deep sorrow over the death of the cyclist and offer my condolences to the victim’s family,” Sutton said.

Police confirmed in a statement Monday that the driver of the car left the scene and returned later, but they declined to release her identity or the cause of the crash, saying they were still investigating.

Cook’s attorney, David Irwin, said Monday that his client was questioned by police but not arrested.

Moncure Lyon, 65, of Baltimore, said he was just finishing up a bike ride when he came upon Palermo lying in the street in a semi-fetal position, his head on the curb.

“Several times I tried to take his pulse, but I could not find any response. He was hit hard. Both wheels on his bike were knocked off and severely out of round,” Lyon said.

BUSINESS REVIEW

Roswell Daily Record

Tuesday, December 30, 2014

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Eastern New Mexico Medical Center has made large strides in improving and expanding local access to specialty care over the last year, and more is on the way. The hospital’s investments and growth of services means more people can stay local for their care, which is more convenient, can support more rapid intervention – and it also continues to fuel the local economy. Log on to the Eastern New Mexico Medical Center at www.enmmc.com for more information.

Top 10 Reasons to Sign Up for Health Insurance

Even if you’re young, you’re not invincible.

Accidents can happen to anyone. Be prepared. Get health insurance. The health professionals at Eastern New Mexico Medical Center offer these top 10 reasons for enrolling for health insurance.

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Without health insurance, you may not be able to afford medical care when you or a family member needs it.

9. People with health insurance are more likely to see their doctor before their condition worsens and becomes more expensive to treat.

Individuals who have diabetes and do not have health insurance have a higher mortality (death) rate than those who have diabetes and health insurance.

8. If you don’t have health insurance and experience a serious illness or medical emergency, you will be

responsible for all of your medical costs. Health insurance helps protect you and your family from financial hardships that may result from health care expenses.

7. Some colleges, universities, and international programs require proof of health insurance to enroll.

6. You cannot be denied coverage because of a pre-existing condition, such as having diabetes or having a previous cancer diagnosis.

5. All Health Insurance Marketplace plans must cover the following essential health benefits.

These benefits are minimum requirements for all plans in the Marketplace.

• Emergency services • Hospitalization (such as surgery) • Ambulatory patient services (outpatient care you get without being admitted to a hospital) • Pregnancy, maternity,

and newborn care • Mental health and substance use disorders • Prescription drugs • Lab services • Pediatric services • Rehabilitative and habilitation services and devices (help people with injuries, disabilities, or chronic conditions gain or recover mental and physical skills) • Preventive and wellness services and chronic disease management

4. Marketplace health plans must cover a set of preventive services like screenings, tests, and vaccinations to keep adults and children healthy. Depending on your age, gender and other risk factors, your doctor may tell you it’s time for a mammogram, colonoscopy or other screening that can detect disease in its earliest, most treatable stages.

Or, it may be time to screen for high blood pressure or high cholesterol to give your doctor

information that can help prevent a stroke or heart attack. Best of all, these preventive services are free of charge – no copays or deductibles.

• Preventive care for all adults: 15 preventive services • Preventive care for women: 22 preventive services • Preventive care for children: 25 preventive services • Medicare preventive care: 23 preventive services 3. You may qualify for lower costs on a health plan.

Depending on household income and family size, you may qualify for financial assistance from the government – or subsidies – towards the cost of the premium and other financial obligations like copays or deductibles.

2. Some individuals and families may qualify for low-cost coverage through Medicaid. In all states, Medicaid provides

health coverage for some low-income people, families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with disabilities. And in some states, the program covers all low-income adults below a certain income level.

New Mexico has chosen to expand Medicaid coverage. This expansion increases the eligibility limits for adults to 138 percent of the Federal Poverty Level (equivalent to an annual income of $16,105/year for one person; $32,913 for a family of four in 2015).

However, citizens must enroll in the program; it’s not automatic.

1. If you can afford health insurance coverage in 2015, but don’t sign up, you may have to pay a penalty ($325 per adult, $162.50 per child – up to $975/family or 2% of family income, whichever is higher).

Penalty example: Family of four with household

income of $40,500, 2% of income = $810, penalty = $975; Family of 4 with household income of $65,000, 2% of income = $1,300; penalty = $1,300.

Peace of mind comes from knowing you and your family has the medical services needed to keep you healthy, as well as health coverage in the event of an unexpected illness or injury.

If you need help reviewing the health insurance options on the Health Insurance Marketplace, the application coordinators at Eastern New Mexico Medical Center can help.

Through February 15 (the enrollment deadline for 2015), call 627-4035 to make an appointment. Change isn’t always easy, but in this case it can bring a wealth of health benefits.

Or log on to the Eastern New Mexico Medical Center at www.enmmc.com for more information.

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Someone probably won't be as upset as he or she would be if you were to keep certain information to yourself. Tonight: Let your instincts guide you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) You'll wake up willing to do whatever you must to make a long-term wish a reality. Sharing your vision with a friend, roommate or family member could be awkward or difficult. Try to keep an open mind. Tonight: The world is your oyster.

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GEMINI (May 21-June 20) You might choose not to reveal the whole story regarding an important tie, as you could feel awkward discussing your feelings. You have a lot to share but you are not ready to be embarrassed or judged when it comes to your feelings. Tonight: Be with a favorite person.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) Zero in on what you want, but don't slow yourself down by providing too many explanations.

Curb careless spending.

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You will have to deal with the reality of your budget sooner or later. Tonight: A loved one does everything she or he can to make you happy.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) You could be far more stubborn than usual.

Relax with a changing situation, and try not to make a judgment call yet. You might be exhausted by a demanding loved one who suddenly seems to need more of your time. Focus your creativity elsewhere.

Tonight: Out late.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept.

22) You seek to take the high road and understand what is happening with those around you. Let go of a need to complete certain tasks for about an hour or so. A discussion with a close associate will reveal how much he or she

cares about you. Tonight: Create some fun!

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) Deal with someone directly to work through a misunderstanding. Be careful, as this person might be difficult. A solution is possible, but only if he or she can open up. How many times do you have to go through this same scenario? Tonight: Where there is good music.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) You could be exhausted by someone's confrontational style, even though you generally are resilient. Perhaps this person triggers a bad memory without you realizing it. Let your imagination emerge and find a more soothing path. Tonight: Go for something naughty.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22Dec. 21) You might

be less lighthearted than you have been in a while.

Ask yourself what needs to happen to make a situation work better. Express more of your thought process with people who are involved with the matter at hand. Tonight: Squeeze in some exercise.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22Jan. 19) Take news with a grain of salt.

You have a tendency to be too serious at times. Ask questions, and put yourself in someone else's shoes.

This process also will help you better understand a loved one. Tonight: Give up being so serious if you want to have some fun.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20Feb. 18) Your understanding of a domestic problem will be right-on.

A frequent problem for you is when you do not see a

way out or when you get stuck in your thinking.

Reach out to a close friend who often is able to open you up. Tonight: Get some extra sleep.

slipped by an average of about 13 percentage points.

“There are a lot of arguments about how our society has shifted toward a rights focus instead of an obligation focus,” said Scott Keeter, director of survey research at the Pew Research Center. But Keeter isn’t convinced there’s enough evidence to support that conclusion.

“It’s a little early to pull the alarm bells about the demise of our civic culture,” he said.

to keep informed, volunteer or speak English.

Young adults felt the most responsibility about reporting a crime: twothirds said that’s “very important,” and the rest were divided between “somewhat important” and “not an obligation.”

Still, in 1984, their parents’ generation was much more devoted to maintaining law and order — 86 percent of young adults

then called reporting crime “very important.”

nity service “very important.”

Nineteen percent said that three decades ago; 29 percent think so now.

“That’s partly the fact that we have built up our institutions for volunteering,” said Peter Levine, associate dean for research at Tufts’ Tisch College of Citizenship and Public Service. “Something like 30 percent of high schools have service learning programs. They didn’t have that in the 1980s.”

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Keep reaching out to others for feedback, but remember that no one can evaluate a relationship you are in as well as you can. Allow greater giveand-take between you and a family member. You both will gain from this exchange. Tonight: Order in from a favorite restaurant.

BORN TODAY

Singer/songwriter Bo Diddley (1928), golfer Tiger Woods (1975), novelist Rudyard Kipling (1865)

5 things about Americans’ slipping sense of duty

WASHINGTON (AP) — Americans are a little less likely to ask what they can do for their country these days.

An Associated Press-GfK poll found that the sense of duty has slipped since a similar survey three decades earlier. Civic virtues such as staying informed or serving on a jury don’t seem as important as they once did — especially among the younger generation.

The findings fit with research that’s been worrying many experts who study civic engagement or advocate for teaching more about civics in school.

“I don’t see any recovery,” said Rutgers University Professor Cliff Zukin. “The people who were 40 two decades ago aren’t as engaged as the people who were 60 two decades ago.

This generational slippage tends to continue.”

Here are five things to know about Americans’ sense of civic duty:

Citizenships’s not what it used to be

Americans’ commitment to some traditional obligations of citizenship has slipped.

An Associated Press-GfK poll repeated questions asked in 1984 about six civic-minded activities: voting, volunteering, serving on a jury, reporting crime, knowing English and keep-

ing informed about news and public issues.

Of the six, only voting and volunteering were embraced about as strongly as three decades ago, when NORC at the University of Chicago posed those questions to Americans on the General Social Survey, but volunteering doesn’t rank very high on the list for many.

While just 28 percent say volunteering is “a very important obligation” that a citizen owes the country, three-fourths of Americans consider voting central to citizenship.

Nonetheless, only about 36 percent of eligible voters turned out for November’s midter ms, according to University of Florida Associate Professor Michael P. McDonald’s analysis. That’s the lowest since World War II.

But big majorities still feel an obligation

Despite some sliding, Americans still think U.S. citizenship carries some duties as well as rights.

About 9 out of 10 say that reporting a crime you witness, voting in elections, knowing English and serving on a jury when called are at least “somewhat important” obligations.

And each of those is still rated “very important” by a majority. It’s just that, except in the case of voting, those majorities have

Sense of duty slipping in the young

Young people are feeling less dutiful, or maybe just showing their libertarian streak.

In every category except volunteering, adults under 30 were less likely than their elders to see any obligation, and also felt less obliged than young people of the past.

In 2014 about a fourth of them said there’s no duty

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Compared to the 1984 survey, Americans’ sense of obligation fell across every category and age, save one.

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Girls roll into semis

Coyotes romp in tourney opener

BY PAUL LESSARD SPECIAL TO THE RECORD Both local girls basketball teams got big wins in the first round of the Goddard Holiday basketball team Monday afternoon at Ground Zero.

Roswell High opened up a big first-half lead and downed Miyamura 62-34 while Goddard steadily pulled away and used its depth to wear out Silver City in a 74-30 victory.

Both teams’ victories put an exclamation point on big wins in the first round as Centennial defeated Hatch 66-32 and Robertson downed Capital 6215. Roswell High meets Centennial — a team it defeated by 25 earlier — at 1 p.m., while Goddard faces Robertson (5-5) at 2:30 p.m. today in the semifinals.

Goddard 74 Silver 30

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Moriarty’s Jacob Garcia is well-guarded by Roswell’s Jaivion Hicks during Monday’s game in the first round of the Poe Corn Tournament.

BY JEFF JACKSON RECORD STAFF WRITER

Roswell did most of the hard work early in Monday’s game and opened

the Sunrise Optimist Poe Corn Tournament with a rout.

The Coyotes (8-1) outscored MoriSee ROMP, Page B3

The Lady Rockets almost reached a season-high in points as they defeated 4A Silver 74-30 in the final first round game of their own holiday tourney. The Rockets got big production from their bench and slowly pulled away from a young Colt team.

“I was pleased. We overcame a slow start with a good second half,” stated a happy coach Jared Neighbors. “We had better hustle and better execution — so we’re just trying to continue to fine-tune that stuff.”

The Silver City team matched the Rockets shot for shot in the opening half of the opening quarter as they actu-

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Goddard’s Stephanie Kolker drives past Silver’s defense in Monday’s game of the Goddard Girls Holiday Tournament.

ally led 8-6 following back-toback hoops by Lindsey Rodriguez. The Rockets would answer though.

The Rockets finished off the quarter with a nice 14-2 run as nine of the points came from the bench. A short shot

by Cheyenne Lopez gave the Rockets the lead at 9-8 and they never looked back.

With the score at 23-15 early in the second quarter,

Baylee Robinson’s bucket started an 11-0 Rocket run that saw Lopez make back-toback buckets down low. By the time half rolled around, Silver faced a big 37-19 deficit. All nine Rockets played and all nine scored in the half.

The third quarter saw senior Danielle Hubbard come off the bench to provide a spark as See SEMIS, Page B3

Rockets down Hilltoppers, go on to tourney semifinals

BY PAUL LESSARD

SPECIAL TO THE RECORD

The Goddard Rocket boys basketball team advanced to the semifinals of the Sunrise Optimist Poe Corn Tourney by virtue of its 69-41 dismantling of visiting Los Alamos Monday night.

The Rockets used a stifling defense throughout in the victory as they moved to 7-5 on the

season.

The Rockets and Hilltoppers both opened with tight man-toman defenses as the Rockets attempted to set the tone. Los Alamos had little trouble beating the press early, but could not take advantage as the Rockets gained the early lead.

The Rockets took an 18-12 lead into the second quarter as Ricky Roybal tallied three buckets and Cal Villareal had seven

points — all in the paint.

The second quarter started out with the Rockets on fire as they made three layups in the first 52 seconds to go up 24-12.

The quarter was a complete disaster for the Hilltoppers as they were outscored 20-4 as the Rockets really turned up the defensive pressure. With all of the Rockets playing and contributing, they rolled into the second half with a 38-16 lead.

The second half was more of the same as the Rockets got contributions from everyone in the third quarter to stretch their lead to 56-28 and then sat their starters in the final frame as the game ended 69-41.

“I thought, overall, as a team, we played well,” stated coach Anthony Mestas. “Everybody got in there and contributed — it was a team effort. We hustled the ball well and played some

Michigan hires Jim Harbaugh as new coach

ASSOCIATED PRESS Former San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh has signed a deal to become the new coach at Michigan, a person with knowledge of the discussions told The Associated Press on Monday.

The person spoke on condition of anonymity because there was no formal announcement from the school or Harbaugh, who did not return calls or text messages. But not long after Harbaugh arrived at the Detroit Metropolitan Airport on Monday night, Michigan scheduled a Tuesday news conference for a “major” football announcement.

“I think we’ll have some comments tomorrow,” Harbaugh told The Michigan Daily, the student newspaper in Ann Arbor.

The 51-year-old Harbaugh, a star quarterback at Michigan in the mid1980s, coached the 49ers to three straight NFC championship games. San Francisco lost the 2013 Super Bowl to a Baltimore Ravens team coached by his brother, John. After the 49ers slipped to 8-8 this season and missed the playoffs, he parted ways with the team Sunday in what both sides called a mutual decision.

A day later, his name was the buzz of the Big Ten. The idea of the Michigan-Ohio State rivalry spiced up with Harbaugh vs.

Urban Meyer harkens to the league’s glory days, when Bo Schembechler and Woody Hayes ruled the conference.

“He’s basically Michigan royalty right now,” said former Wolverines quarterback Denard Robinson, now a Jacksonville Jaguars running back. “He’s the man right now. I think he’s going to do a great job and help out recruiting. He’s had success at every school he went to.

I think it’s a great fit for Michigan.”

Big Ten Network analyst and former college coach Gerry DiNardo said Michigan, the only school with more than 900

all-time wins, would be bringing in a “rock star” capable of returning the Wolverines to elite status in a short time.

“This gives Michigan a chance to catch up,” DiNardo said.

Still, Michigan’s new coach has his work cut out for him in a Big Ten East Division that’s only getting tougher.

Meyer is preparing the Buckeyes for this week’s semifinal against Alabama in the inaugural College Football Playoff.

Michigan State’s Mark Dantonio has built a program that has staying power.

Penn State’s James Franklin is a celebrated recruiter who looks to have the Nittany Lions on the rise.

Under Brady Hoke, Michigan dipped to 5-7 this season and was among only four Big Teams to not earn a bowl bid.

The Wolverines were 31-20 in Hoke’s four seasons and declined steadily after an 11-2 mark in his first year.

Harbaugh went 58-27 overall as a college coach at San Diego and Stanford, including a 29-21 record in four seasons with the Cardinal. He took over a 1-11 team when he was hired in December 2006 and quickly turned the program back into a winner and bowl contender.

Harbaugh’s first Stanford team went 4-8 in a season highlighted by a 24-23 win over No. 1 Southern California, a game in which the Cardinal was a 41point underdog. Stanford was 5-7 the following season, then improved to 8-5 and earned a Sun Bowl berth in 2009 — the school’s first bowl appearance since 2001. They won the Orange Bowl with quarterback Andrew Luck his final season.

The 49ers hired Harbaugh four days after the bowl, and he went 44-19-1 with two NFC West titles in four seasons.

“I wish him nothing but the best and appreciate everything he did for us,” 49ers fullback Bruce Miller said. “Had a

great run and wish nothing but good things for him at Michigan.”

Harbaugh, the starting quarterback for three seasons under Schembechler, is now being looked to as the coach who can finally return Michigan to prominence.

“I think it gives the Big Ten great credibility,” said Lou Holtz, the former coach and an ESPN analyst. “I’ve always felt the real evaluation of a conference is strength of coaches. When you look at the SEC, there’s Nick Saban, there was Urban Meyer (at Florida), Steve Spurrier, Mark Richt, Les Miles. Now in the Big Ten you’ve got an Urban Meyer, a Jim Harbaugh, a Mark Dantonio.”

Harbaugh’s leadership showed up during his playing days in Ann Arbor.

He is well remembered for delivering a victory he guaranteed over Ohio State in 1986, the same season he was Big Ten player of the year and finished third in Heisman Trophy voting.

He played 15 years in the NFL, earning the nickname “Captain Comeback” for leading fourth-quarter playoff rallies for the Indianapolis Colts. Harbaugh later coached quarterbacks for the Oakland Raiders in 2002-03 before returning to the college ranks.

Early media reports had Michigan offering Harbaugh $49 million over six years. DiNardo, whose coaching resume includes stops at LSU, Indiana and Vanderbilt, said he doubted Harbaugh would have taken the job if he weren’t promised to have full autonomy in running the program.

“You don’t pay someone millions of dollars and tell him what jersey number the quarterback should wear,” DiNardo said. “This coach has to be left alone, whether that’s the size of the recruiting staff or facilities or non-conference schedule. All those decisions have to be Jim Harbaugh’s. No one told Bo Schembechler what to do. He sees the big picture.”

really good defense. Overall, I was real happy because we only gave up 16 points in the first half — which was a really good defensive effort for our team.”

The Rockets were led by Villareal with 16 points, Roybal with 14, and point guard Noah Waide with 10.

The Rockets face Farmington, a 48-42 winner over Belen, in Tuesday’s semifinal at 7:30 p.m. at the Goddard gym.

Coaching moves starting early

ASSOCIATED PRESS Woody Johnson was tired of all the losing, the four straight seasons without going to the playoffs.

So, the New York Jets owner decided to completely clean house.

Johnson fired coach Rex Ryan and general manager John Idzik on Monday, one day after completing one of the most disappointing seasons in franchise history.

“We’re in the win business, and we’re not winning,” Johnson said at a jam-packed news conference at the team’s facility. “So, I thought this was something I had to do.”

With the Jets (4-12) sitting home for the postseason for the fourth consecutive year, Johnson chose to start fresh with a new coach and GM — and said the team already contacted the top candidates on his short list. He wouldn’t immediately reveal who they are, but the Jets are scheduled to meet with Seahawks defensive coordinator Dan Quinn — a former New York assistant — in Seattle on Saturday for the coaching position.

Johnson made it clear he wants a head coach who is a presence in all three aspects of the team — offense, defense and special teams — which was a frequent criticism of the defensive-minded Ryan. He also indicated that the next general manager should have a strong background in personnel, which was regarded as one of Idzik’s shortcomings.

“It became pretty apparent during the season as we progressed that the team was not getting better,” Johnson said. “It was kind of obvious that we had to make change. It was obvious to me, anyway.”

He met with Ryan and Idzik on Monday morning after “extensive thought and reflection” and informed them they would not be returning.

Ryan was 50-52, including 4-2 in the postseason, in his six seasons with the Jets. His first few years were filled with guarantees, strong statements and two consecutive trips to the AFC title game.

“It was a long run and I think he had a tremen-

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AMERICAN CONFERENCE East . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct y-New England .12 4 0 .750 Buffalo . . . . . . . . .9 7 0 .563 Miami . . . . . . . . .8 8 0 .500 N.Y. Jets . . . . . . .4 12 0 .250 South . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct y-Indianapolis . . .11 5 0 .688 Houston . . . . . . .9 7 0 .563 Jacksonville . . . .3 13 0 .188 Tennessee . . . . .2 14 0 .125 North . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct y-Pittsburgh . . . .11 5 0 .688 x-Cincinnati . . . .10 5 1 .656 x-Baltimore . . . . .10 6 0 .625 Cleveland . . . . . .7 9 0 .438 West . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct y-Denver . . . . . .12 4 0 .750 Kansas City . . . .9 7 0 .563 San Diego . . . . . .9 7 0 .563 Oakland . . . . . . .3 13 0 .188 NATIONAL CONFERENCE East . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct y-Dallas . . . . . . .12 4 0 .750 Philadelphia . . . .10 6 0 .625 N.Y. Giants . . . . .6 10 0 .375 Washington . . . . .4 12 0 .250 South . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct y-Carolina . . . . . .7 8 1 .469 New Orleans . . . .7 9 0 .438 Atlanta . . . . . . . . .6 10 0 .375 Tampa Bay . . . . .2 14 0 .125 North . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct y-Green Bay . . .12 4 0 .750 x-Detroit . . . . . . .11 5 0 .688 Minnesota . . . . . .7 9 0 .438 Chicago . . . . . . . .5 11 0 .313 West . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L T Pct y-Seattle . . . . . . .12 4 0 .750 x-Arizona . . . . . .11 5 0 .688 San Francisco . . .8 8 0 .500 St. Louis . . . . . . .6 10 0 .375

PF 468 343 388 283

PF 458 372 249 254

PF 436 365 409 299

PA 313 289 373 401

PA 369 307 412 438

PA 368 344 302 337

PF 482 353 348 253

PA 354 281 348 452

PF 467 474 380 301

PA 352 400 400 438

PF 339 401 381 277

PF 486 321 325 319

PF 394 310 306 324

PA 374 424 417 410

PA 348 282 343 442

PA 254 299 340 354

x-clinched playoff spot y-clinched division Sunday’s Games Indianapolis 27, Tennessee 10 Houston 23, Jacksonville 17 Kansas City 19, San Diego 7 Minnesota 13, Chicago 9 Baltimore 20, Cleveland 10 Dallas 44, Washington 17 N.Y. Jets 37, Miami 24 Buffalo 17, New England 9 Philadelphia 34, N.Y. Giants 26 New Orleans 23, Tampa Bay 20 San Francisco 20, Arizona 17 Seattle 20, St. Louis 6 Denver 47, Oakland 14 Green Bay 30, Detroit 20 Carolina 34, Atlanta 3 Pittsburgh 27, Cincinnati 17 Wild-card Playoffs Saturday, Jan. 3 Arizona at Carolina, 2:35 p.m. (ESPN) Baltimore at Pittsburgh, 6:15 p.m. (NBC) Sunday, Jan. 4 Cincinnati at Indianapolis, 11:05 a.m. (CBS) Detroit at Dallas, 2:40 p.m. (FOX) Divisional Playoffs Saturday, Jan. 10 Baltimore, Indianapolis or Cincinnati at New England, 2:35 p.m. (NBC) Arizona, Detroit or Carolina at Seattle, 6:15 p.m. (FOX) Sunday, Jan. 11 Arizona, Dallas or Carolina at Green Bay, 11:05 a.m. (FOX) Indianapolis, Cincinnati or Pittsburgh at Denver, 2:40 p.m. (CBS) Conference Championships Sunday, Jan. 18 NFC, 1:05 p.m. (FOX) AFC, 4:40 p.m. (CBS) Pro Bowl Sunday, Jan. 25 At Glendale, Ariz.

Team Irvin vs. Team Carter, 6 p.m. (ESPN) Super Bowl Sunday, Feb. 1 At Glendale, Ariz.

AFC champion vs. NFC champion, 4:30 p.m. (NBC)

Awards

AP Female Athlete of the Year

2014 — Mo’ne Davis, baseball-x 2013 — Serena Williams, tennis 2012 — Gabby Douglas, gymnastics 2011 — Abby Wambach, soccer 2010 — Lindsey Vonn, skiing 2009 — Serena Williams, tennis 2008 — Candace Parker, basketball 2007 — Lorena Ochoa, golf 2006 — Lorena Ochoa, golf-x 2005 — Annika Sorenstam, golf 2004 — Annika Sorenstam, golf 2003 — Annika Sorenstam, golf 2002 — Serena Williams, tennis 2001 — Jennifer Capriati, tennis 2000 — Marion Jones, track 1999 — U.S. Soccer Team 1998 — Se Ri Pak, golf 1997 — Martina Hingis, tennis 1996 — Amy Van Dyken, swimming 1995 — Rebecca Lobo, basketball 1994 — Bonnie Blair, speedskating 1993 — Sheryl Swoopes, basketball 1992 — Monica Seles, tennis 1991 — Monica Seles, tennis 1990 — Beth Daniel, golf 1989 — Steffi Graf, tennis 1988 — Florence Griffith Joyner, track and field 1987 — Jackie Joyner-Kersee, track and field 1986 — Martina Navratilova, tennis 1985 — Nancy Lopez, golf 1984 — Mary Lou Retton, gymnastics 1983 — Martina Navratilova, tennis 1982 — Mary Decker Tabb, track 1981 — Tracy Austin, tennis-x 1980 — Chris Evert Lloyd, tennis 1979 — Tracy Austin, tennis 1978 — Nancy Lopez, golf 1977 — Chris Evert, tennis 1976 — Nadia Comaneci, gymnastics 1975 — Chris Evert, tennis 1974 — Chris Evert, tennis 1973 — Billie Jean King, tennis 1972 — Olga Korbut, gymnastics 1971 — Evonne Goolagong, tennis 1970 — Chi Cheng, track 1969 — Debbie Meyer, swimming 1968 — Peggy Fleming, figure skating 1967 — Billie Jean King, tennis 1966 — Kathy Whitworth, golf 1965 — Kathy Whitworth, golf 1964 — Mickey Wright, golf 1963 — Mickey Wright, golf 1962 — Dawn Fraser, swimming

BRIEFS

Baseball

• Registration dates have been scheduled for the Noon Optimist Little League taking place at Roswell Mall Center Court.

An early registration is set for Jan. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $70 per child.

Other dates will be Jan. 17, Jan. 24 and Jan. 31, all from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The fees for those dates are $80 for the first child in each family and $75 for other players in the same family.

1961 — Wilma Rudolph, track 1960 — Wilma Rudolph, track 1959 — Maria Bueno, tennis 1958 — Althea Gibson, tennis 1957 — Althea Gibson, tennis 1956 — Pat McCormick, diving 1955 — Patty Berg, golf 1954 — Babe Didrikson Zaharias, golf 1953 — Maureen Connolly, tennis 1952 — Maureen Connolly, tennis 1951 — Maureen Connolly, tennis 1950 — Babe Didrikson Zaharias, golf 1949 — Marlene Bauer, golf 1948 — Fanny Blankers-Koen, track 1947 — Babe Didrikson Zaharias, golf 1946 — Babe Didrikson Zaharias, golf 1945 — Babe Didrikson Zaharias, golf-x 1944 — Ann Curtis, swimming 1943 — Patty Berg, golf 1942 — Gloria Callen, swimming 1941 — Betty Hicks Newell, golf 1940 — Alice Marble, tennis 1939 — Alice Marble, tennis 1938 — Patty Berg, golf 1937 — Katherine Rawls, swimming 1936 — Helen Stephens, track-x 1935 — Helen Wills Moody, tennis 1934 — Virginia Van Wie, golf 1933 — Helen Jacobs, tennis 1932 — Babe Didrikson, track 1931 — Helene Madison, swimming x-both male and female winner were from the same sport

Basketball AP Top 25 poll

Record 1. Kentucky 13-0 10-0 2. Duke 3. Virginia 11-0 4. Wisconsin12-1 5. Louisville 11-1 6. Villanova 12-0 7. Gonzaga 12-1 8. Arizona 12-1 9. Iowa St. 9-1 10. Utah 9-2 11. Texas 10-2 12. Maryland 12-1 13. Kansas 9-2 14. NotreD. 12-1 15. St.John’s 11-1 16. Wich.St. 10-2 17. W.Via. 11-1 18. Okla.

8-3 19. N.Car. 9-3 20. Ohio St. 11-2 21. Wash. 11-1 22. Baylor 10-1 23. N. Iowa 11-1 24. Color. St. 13-0 25. G’town 8-3

Pts 1,625 1,559 1,457 1,395 1,327 1,316 1,249 1,243 1,005 956 903 869 775 709 690 630 584 530 483 435 253 238 216 194 140

Prv 1 2 5 6 4 7 8 3 12 14 9 15 10 16 17 11 18 19 20 21 13 22 23 24 —

Others receiving votes: TCU 132, VCU 101, San Diego St. 40, Arkansas 27, George Washington 7, LSU 7, Old Dominion 7, Penn St. 5, UNLV 5, Indiana 4, Florida 2, Minnesota 2, Stanford 2, Army 1, California 1, Davidson 1.

NBA

National Basketball Association At A Glance

By The Associated Press All Times Mountain EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L Pct GB — Toronto . . . . . . . . . . . .24 7 .774 Brooklyn . . . . . . . . . . .14 16 .467 9 1/2 Boston . . . . . . . . . . . .10 18 .357 12 1/2 20 New York . . . . . . . . . .5 28 .152 19 Philadelphia . . . . . . . .4 25 .138 Southeast Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L Pct GB — Atlanta . . . . . . . . . . . .22 8 .733 — Washington . . . . . . . .22 8 .733 9 Miami . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 18 .438 11 Orlando . . . . . . . . . . .13 21 .382 Charlotte . . . . . . . . . .10 22 .313 13 Central Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L Pct GB Chicago . . . . . . . . . . .22 9 .710 — Cleveland . . . . . . . . . .18 12 .600 3 1/2 Milwaukee . . . . . . . . .16 16 .500 6 1/2 Indiana . . . . . . . . . . . .11 21 .344 11 1/2 Detroit . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 23 .233 14 1/2 WESTERN CONFERENCE Southwest Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L Pct GB — Memphis . . . . . . . . . .22 8 .733 Houston . . . . . . . . . . .21 9 .700 1 1 Dallas . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 10 .688 San Antonio . . . . . . . .19 13 .594 4 New Orleans . . . . . . .15 15 .500 7 Northwest Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L Pct GB Portland . . . . . . . . . . .25 7 .781 — 10 Oklahoma City . . . . . .15 17 .469 Denver . . . . . . . . . . . .13 18 .419 11 1/2 Utah . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 21 .323 14 1/2 Minnesota . . . . . . . . . .5 24 .172 18 1/2 Pacific Division . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W L Pct GB Golden State . . . . . . .24 5 .828 — L.A. Clippers . . . . . . .21 11 .656 4 1/2 Phoenix . . . . . . . . . . .18 14 .563 7 1/2 Sacramento . . . . . . . .13 18 .419 12 L.A. Lakers . . . . . . . . .9 22 .290 16

Sunday’s Games Detroit 103, Cleveland 80 San Antonio 110, Houston 106 Dallas 112, Oklahoma City 107 Portland 101, New York 79 Toronto 116, Denver 102 Phoenix 116, L.A. Lakers 107 Monday’s Games Chicago 92, Indiana 90 Milwaukee 104, Charlotte 94, OT Orlando 102, Miami 101 Brooklyn 107, Sacramento 99 Washington 104, Houston 103 L.A. Clippers 101, Utah 97 Tuesday’s Games Detroit at Orlando, 5 p.m.

Cleveland at Atlanta, 5:30 p.m.

Phoenix at New Orleans, 6 p.m.

Brooklyn at Chicago, 6 p.m.

San Antonio at Memphis, 6 p.m.

Washington at Dallas, 6:30 p.m.

L.A. Lakers at Denver, 7 p.m.

Minnesota at Utah, 7 p.m.

Toronto at Portland, 8 p.m.

Philadelphia at Golden State, 8:30 p.m.

Wednesday’s Games Sacramento at Boston, 11 a.m.

Miami at Indiana, 1 p.m.

New York at L.A. Clippers, 4 p.m.

Charlotte at Houston, 5 p.m.

New Orleans at San Antonio, 5 p.m.

Milwaukee at Cleveland, 5 p.m.

Phoenix at Oklahoma City, 6 p.m.

Beal, Pierce help Wizards hold off Rockets 104-103

HOUSTON (AP) — With his team under constant assault down the stretch Monday night, Bradley Beal did what needed to be done: He played with confidence.

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Beal scored a season-high 33 points, including six free throws in the final two minutes, and Washington survived a furious fourth-quarter rally by the Rockets for a 104103 victory.

“I was just being aggressive, taking what the defense gave me,” said Beal, who also went 5-for-9 from 3-point range. “I was fortunate to have a lot of open shots.”

Paul Pierce added 21, and John Wall finished with 13 to go with a game-high 12 assists for Washington, which got its third straight victory to open a five-game road trip.

Washington improved to 22-8 to match its best start after 30 games in franchise history. The last time they did it was the 197475 season.

James Harden scored 33 points — including nine in the final 20 seconds, capped by a 3-pointer with under a second to go in regulation — and Corey Brewer added 15 from the bench for the Rockets (21-9), who dropped their third straight.

Trevor Ariza, facing his former team for the first time since signing with Houston in the offseason, finished with 15 points and five rebounds.

The win was far from perfect for Washington, which led by 18 points in the third quarter before succumbing to sloppy play.

Houston outscored the Wizards on second-chance points (18-9) and points in the paint (50-34) but was plagued by poor shooting.

Washington had no such issues, shooting nearly 93 percent from the free-throw line and 44.4 percent from beyond the arc.

Beal’s steady hand from the free-throw line helped the Wizards avoid a disaster.

“It was me shooting with confidence and playing with confidence,” Beal said.

Washington coach Randy Wittman will take it.

“Listen, it’s hard to win in this league,” Wittman said. “What am I taking away from this? It’s a good win to start this road trip.

There are things we can do better and we learn from them. But in my book there is not a bad win.”

The Wizards opened the second half on a 9-4 run over the first two minutes and never trailed after that. The Rockets didn’t help themselves, committing five turnovers during the span.

Beal helped give the Wizards a 46-45 halftime lead with 14 points on 6-of-9 shooting.

The Wizards trailed by seven after Patrick Beverley’s layup with 4:46 left in the half, but Beal led a 13-4 surge in the final four minutes with back-to-back 3-pointers.

“We had a bad end of the second quarter and we had a bad start to the third,” Rockets coach Kevin McHale said. “We put ourselves in a big hole.”

Houston had early success against Wall.

He entered the game averaging 17.4 points and 11.7 assists on just under 50-percent shooting in December.

“It was a big win,” Wall said. “We almost gave it away with me giving away two turnovers at the end and giving them opportunities to score, but guys stepped up and made big plays for us. “ TIP-INS The Rockets: Harden was named player of the week for the Western Conference after helping Houston to a 2-1 record.

Harden averaged a league-best 34.7 points and 7.3 assists. “He deserves it,” McHale said. “We wouldn’t have the record we have if it wasn’t for James, no question about that.” . G Alexey Shved missed his second consecutive game because of a left ankle sprain.

The Wizards: F Martell Webster suited up for the first time this season after Washington activated him earlier Monday.

The move came some six months after he underwent back surgery to repair a herniated disk. Webster saw no action.

UP NEXT Houston plays host to Charlotte on Wednesday.

Washington visits Dallas on Tuesday, the second of a five-game road swing.

GOAL MALFUNCTION The matchup got off to a bumpy start.

Play was stopped 48 seconds into the first quarter because the rim the Rockets were shooting became crooked. It took Toyota Center staff about 30 minutes to replace the goal, and play resumed after an additional five-minute warmup period.

The episode was reminiscent of another delay experienced by both teams in January, when a water leak at Verizon Center in D.C. resulted in a rare rain delay lasting more than a half hour.

Hockey

National Hockey League At A Glance

By The Associated Press All times MST EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division . . . . . . . . . .GP W L OT Tampa Bay . .38 23 11 4 Montreal . . . .36 23 11 2 Detroit . . . . .37 19 9 9 Toronto . . . . .37 20 14 3 Boston . . . . .37 19 15 3 Florida . . . . .33 16 9 8 Ottawa . . . . .36 15 14 7 Buffalo . . . . .37 14 20 3 Metropolitan Division . . . . . . . . . .GP W L OT Pittsburgh . . .36 22 9 5 N.Y. Islanders36 24 11 1 Washington .36 18 11 7 N.Y. Rangers 34 19 11 4 Philadelphia .36 14 16 6 Columbus . . .34 15 16 3 New Jersey .38 13 18 7 Carolina . . . .36 10 22 4 WESTERN CONFERENCE Central Division . . . . . . . . . .GP W L OT Chicago . . . .37 25 10 2 Nashville . . .35 23 9 3 St. Louis . . . .36 22 11 3 Winnipeg . . .37 19 11 7 Minnesota . .34 17 13 4 Dallas . . . . . .35 16 14 5 Colorado . . .36 13 15 8 Pacific Division . . . . . . . . . .GP W L OT Anaheim . . . .38 24 8 6 Vancouver . .34 20 11 3 San Jose . . .36 19 12 5 Los Angeles .37 18 12 7 Calgary . . . . .38 20 15 3

Pts 50 48 47 43 41 40 37 31

GFGA 122 99 98 85 105 94 124111 98 99 79 86 97 99 75123

Pts 49 49 43 42 34 33 33 24

GFGA 109 86 112101 105 94 102 87 100109 86109 82108 72 98

Pts 52 49 47 45 38 37 34

GFGA 117 78 103 76 106 90 94 87 99 95 102118 92109

Pts 54 43 43 43 43

Arizona . . . . .36 14 18 4 32 86115 Edmonton . . .36 7 22 7 21 76125 NOTE: Two points for a win, one point for overtime loss.

Sunday’s Games Florida 6, Toronto 4 Anaheim 2, Vancouver 1, OT Monday’s Games Chicago 5, Nashville 4, SO Boston 5, Detroit 2 New Jersey 3, Pittsburgh 1 N.Y. Islanders 4, Washington 3, OT Montreal 3, Carolina 1 Ottawa 5, Buffalo 2 Tampa Bay 3, Toronto 2 St. Louis 3, Colorado 0 Minnesota 3, Winnipeg 2 Dallas 3, N.Y. Rangers 2 Calgary 2, Los Angeles 1 Arizona 4, Philadelphia 2 Tuesday’s Games Montreal at Florida, 5:30 p.m.

St. Louis at Nashville, 6 p.m.

Los Angeles at Edmonton, 7:30 p.m.

Vancouver at San Jose, 8 p.m.

Wednesday’s Games N.Y. Islanders at Winnipeg, 3 p.m.

Tampa Bay at Buffalo, 4 p.m.

N.Y. Rangers at Florida, 4 p.m.

Toronto at Boston, 5 p.m.

Carolina at Pittsburgh, 5 p.m.

Minnesota at Columbus, 5 p.m.

New Jersey at Detroit, 5:30 p.m.

San Jose at Anaheim, 6 p.m.

Arizona at Dallas, 6:30 p.m.

Philadelphia at Colorado, 7 p.m.

Edmonton at Calgary, 7:30 p.m.

Hudler sets up Flames in 2-1 win over Kings

CALGARY, Alberta (AP) — Rookie Johnny Gaudreau has been the talk of Calgary lately, but veteran Jiri Hudler pulled the spotlight in his direction in the Flames’ win over the Los Angeles Kings.

Hudler had a pair of beautiful setups as the Flames scored twice in the first period and then hung on to edge the Kings 2-1 on Monday night.

“It’s huge. They’re in our conference and they’re Stanley Cup champs,” Hudler said.

“They’ve got a big, physical team. The last game in their building was a comeback, and we stuck with it tonight.

“It’s great points for us.”

Curtis Glencross and Markus Granlund had goals for Calgary, which has won three in a row since a seven-game losing streak.

Hudler made those goals possible.

“His hockey sense is unbelievable,” Flames coach Bob Hartley said. “He basically set up Granny and Glenny to open nets.

That’s the hockey sense, that’s the vision that he has. He’s a great passer.”

Calgary pulled even with Los Angeles, San Jose and Vancouver in the Pacific Division. However, the Kings hold a game in hand, San Jose has two in hand, and the Canucks have four.

Tyler Toffoli scored for Los Angeles, which began a three-game road trip through Western Canada that continues Tuesday night in Edmonton.

With the teams meeting for the second time in a week, Calgary took a 1-0 lead at 12:13 of the first period on the eighth goal of the season for Glencross.

Carrying the puck with speed into the Kings end, Hudler curled sharply toward the sideboards, drawing lone defenseman Jake Muzzin toward him. With the middle of the ice opened, Hudler then slid a perfect pass to Glencross, who raced in alone for a wrist shot into the top corner past Jonathan Quick.

“There was a lot of open ice, and I was thinking about going for a change but seeing Jiri going in, I just bolted up the ice, and it worked out,” Glencross said. “Haven’t gotten too many of those this year where you’re coming down the slot and you have that opportunity. Hopefully they keep on coming.”

The Flames made it 2-0 just over a minute later on another pretty goal.

Skating up the wing, Gaudreau made a nice play to evade defenseman Matt Greene at the Los Angeles blue line, then drew the Kings’ other defenseman, Alec Martinez, to the ice before sending a pass across to Hudler.

The instant the puck landed on Hudler’s stick, he sent a touch pass back into the slot.

With Quick fooled and caught way out of position, Granlund had an empty net to fire in his fifth goal of the season.

“Great play by Johnny and Huds, and I had an empty net. That was an easy goal for me,” Granlund said. “We think the same way so it’s fun to play with those guys.”

Hudler’s two assists gave him 36 points (13 goals, 23 assists). He moved ahead of Mark Giordano for the team scoring lead.

“We really didn’t start pushing until the latter half of the second, and the third period we dominated,” Kings defenseman Drew Doughty said. “The reason why we lost was we had two quick lapses in the first period and they scored on them.

“We had to battle back from there on out.”

Trailing 2-0, the Kings got a goal in the final minute of the second period. Toffoli scored on a breakaway after being sent in alone against goalie Jonas Hiller on a perfect pass by Dustin Brown.

Toffoli showed terrific hands in zipping a perfect backhander under the crossbar.

Toffoli had another great chance from the side of the net with less than 10 seconds to go in the second but was robbed by Hiller, who jabbed out his pad to deny the Kings’ leading scorer.

“I tried to get it upstairs, but it was kind of rolling,” Toffoli said. “If I put that in there, it’s a totally different ending to the game.”

Hiller also robbed Dwight King at the buzzer in the third period and finished with 26 saves to improve to 12-10-2. After giving up two or more goals in 15 straight starts, the Swiss goalie has allowed two total goals his last two games.

Quick had 13 stops in falling to 15-9-6.

Vermette’s 2 goals lead Coyotes past Flyers 4-2

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GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — Antoine Vermette is set to become a free agent this coming summer, so another hat trick would look mighty good on his resume.

“That’s why I want him at two (goals),” Arizona Coyotes coach Dave Tippett said,

By DOUG ALDEN Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — The Boston Bruins have been dealing with injuries all season — just not this well.

Humbled on the road two nights before and playing without two of their top forwards, the Bruins pounced quickly on Detroit and never let up during a 5-2 win over the Red Wings on Monday night.

Boston had a season-high 45 shots on goal and countered the offensive outburst

with stifling defense, holding Detroit to six shots in the final period.

“It was pretty obvious tonight that there was a bigger determination and commitment to working hard from start to finish,” Boston coach Claude Julien said.

The Bruins were without leading scorer Patrice Bergeron and winger Milan Lucic, both out with undisclosed injuries lingering from Saturday night’s 6-2 loss at Columbus.

Roswell Daily Record chuckling.

Vermette was originally credited with three goals but had one taken away by the official scorer after Arizona’s 4-2 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Monday night.

“I swung my stick pretty hard, but I have no idea,” Vermette said, smiling, when asked if he deflected Shane Doan’s shot in the first period.

Doan was originally credited with the goal. Then it was changed to Vermette.

More than 30 minutes after the game, it was given back to Doan, wiping out Vermette’s fourth NHL hat trick.

“We won, so that’s all good,” Vermette said.

Oliver Ekman-Larsson added a powerplay goal, and Devan Dubnyk stopped 30 shots as Arizona matched a season-high with its third straight win.

R.J. Umberger scored two third-period goals for the Flyers after they fell behind 30. Steve Mason made 21 saves in his return after he missed four games with back spasms.

The Flyers dropped to 3-2 on their season-high, eight-game road trip.

“When the second period came we were just completely flat and they really took it to us,” Umberger said.

With prospective new Coyotes majority owner Andrew Barroway watching from the stands, Vermette and Arizona showed a spark that has been missing during much of a disappointing season that has the Coyotes 28th in the NHL. The Flyers made it interesting late.

Umberger’s wrist shot at 12:11 ended Dubnyk’s bid for a second shutout of the season. Umberger then added a power-play goal — Philadelphia’s first of the trip — to get the Flyers within a goal with 4:47 left.

Flyers coach Craig Berube pulled Mason with just under 2 minutes left, and Dubnyk stopped Claude Giroux’s hard slap shot with 51 seconds remaining before Vermette put it away with an empty-net goal.

Dubnyk was sharp early, allowing the Coyotes to take a 1-0 lead despite being outshot 14-6 in the first period. Doan’s slap shot changed direction, and it got past Mason on the short side with 1:34 left.

Did it hit Vermette or a Philadelphia defenseman?

“I thought their D touched it, but I don’t know. I have no idea,” Doan said.

Vermette made it 2-0 at 15:31 of the second period when he knocked in Zbynek Michalek’s rebound.

Philadelphia went nearly 9 minutes without a shot in the second period, despite Mason’s solid outing in his return from injury.

“I felt really good, actually,” Mason said.

The Flyers have struggled all season in low-scoring games, falling to 2-15-5 when they score three goals or fewer. The continued woes with their road penalty kill proved costly, too.

Ekman-Larsson’s goal — on Mikkel Boedker’s second assist of the game — was the 23rd road goal allowed with a man down on 69 chances.

With No. 1 goalie Mike Smith mired in a 5-15-2 season while giving up 3.48 goals per game, the Coyotes turned to Dubnyk for the sixth time in seven games.

The Coyotes have been careful not to say the high-priced Smith will be demoted, but Dubnyk has taken charge of late.

Showing growing confidence, the sixyear veteran and former Edmonton firstround pick has allowed two goals in three games.

He has stopped 91 of 95 shots to allow the Coyotes to win three straight for the first time since early November.

“He’s so composed back there and calm,” Doan said of Dubnyk. “He’s playing really well, and we’re feeding off that.”

Sportlight

AP Sportlight

By The Associated Press Dec. 30 1956 — The New York Giants win the NFL title with a 47-7 rout of the Chicago Bears.

1962 — The Green Bay Packers beat the New York Giants 16-7 to win the NFL title for the second straight year.

1973 — The Minnesota Vikings beat the Dallas Cowboys 27-10 to win the NFC championship.

1973 — The Miami Dolphins, behind 266 yards rushing, beat the Oakland Raiders 2710 for an unprecedented third straight AFC title.

1981 — In the 39th game of the season, Edmonton’s Wayne Gretzky scores five goals, including his 50th into an empty net, to lead the Oilers to a 7-5 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers.

2000 — Nebraska ends a disappointing season by setting a bowl record for points in a 66-17 victory over Northwestern in the Alamo Bowl.

2002 — TCU sets an NCAA record for fewest points allowed when the Lady Frogs beat Texas Southern 76-16. The 16 points allowed breaks the Division I record for fewest points. Prairie View scored 19 points against Jackson State in 1983.

TV SPORTSWATCH All Times MST Tuesday, Dec. 30 COLLEGE FOOTBALL

2007 — Drew Brees sets an NFL record with 443 completions, passing the previous mark of 418 set by Rich Gannon in 2002. Brees completes 35 of 60 passes for 320 yards with three TD passes in New Orleans’ 33-25 loss to Chicago. Devin Hester of the Bears breaks his own NFL record when he returns a punt 64 yards for a touchdown. It gave him six kick runbacks (two kickoff, four punt) for scores this season.

2007 — Andre’ Davis becomes the seventh player in NFL history to return two kickoffs for touchdowns in a game during Houston’s 42-28 win over Jacksonville. He has a 97yard return in the final minute of the second quarter, then takes the opening kickoff of the second half back 104 yards.

2010 — Top-ranked Connecticut’s record 90-game winning streak in women’s basketball ends when No. 9 Stanford outplays the Huskies from the start in a 71-59 victory at Maples Pavilion — where the Cardinal have their own streak going. Stanford hasn’t lost in 52 games at home. The Cardinal took an early 13-point lead, never trailed and didn’t let the mighty Huskies back in it.

2011 — Blake Bell runs for three touchdowns to help Oklahoma survive a late rally and a crashing camera to beat Iowa 31-14 in the Insight Bowl. A camera, providing overhead shots for ESPN, hanging from a wire over Sun Devil Stadium falls with 2:22 left in the game. The camera bounces off the field around the 20-yard line and narrowly misses Iowa receiver Marvin McNutt Jr., who got tangled in the wire after the camera hit the turf. McNutt isn’t injured and the camera is dragged off the field, causing a delay of about five minutes.

Transactions BASEBALL

American League KANSAS CITY ROYALS — Agreed to terms with RHP Edinson Volquez on a two-year contract.

NEW YORK YANKEES — Traded RHP Shawn Kelley to San Diego for RHP Johnny Barbato.

American Association AMARILLO THUNDERHEADS — Signed LHPs Jan Granado and Ryan DeJesus.

FOOTBALL National Football League NFL — Suspended Detroit DT Ndamukong Suh one game for a violation of safety-related playing rules during Sunday’s game.

ATLANTA FALCONS — Fired coach Mike Smith.

BUFFALO BILLS — QB Kyle Orton announced his retirement. Signed S Deon Broomfield, LB Jimmy Gaines, DE Bryan Johnson, CB Rod Sweeting, DT Jeremy Towns, QB Jeff Tuel, OGs William Campbell and D.J. Morrell and WRs Caleb Holley and Tobais Palmer to futures contracts.

CHICAGO BEARS — Fired coach Marc Trestman and general manager Phil Emery.

CLEVELAND BROWNS — Signed OL Karim Barton, WR Kevin Cone, DB Kendall James, LB Keith Pough and DL Calvin Barnett, Christian Tupou and Jacobbi McDaniel to futures contracts.

NEW YORK JETS — Fired coach Rex Ryan and general manager John Idzik.

TENNESSEE TITANS — Signed DB Ri’Shard Anderson, G Justin McCray, T Will Poehls, RB Lache Seastrunk, QB Alex Tanney and LBs Nate Askew, Yawin Smallwood and Chaz Sutton to futures contracts.

HOCKEY National Hockey League CAROLINA HURRICANES — Activated C Jordan Staal from injured reserve.

DALLAS STARS — Recalled D Jamie Oleksiak from Texas (AHL).

EDMONTON OILERS — Claimed F Matt Fraser off waivers from Boston. Released F Steve Pinizzotto.

NASHVILLE PREDATORS — Assigned F Derek Roy to Milwaukee (AHL).

NEW JERSEY DEVILS — Recalled Fs Joe Whitney and Stefan Matteau from Albany (AHL).

NEW YORK ISLANDERS — Loaned G Kent Simpson to Stockton (ECHL).

American Hockey League BRIDGEPORT SOUND TIGERS — Loaned F Peter Sivak to Stockton (ECHL).

HAMILTON BULLDOGS — Recalled D David Makowski from Wheeling (ECHL).

LEHIGH VALLEY PHANTOMS — Loaned G Connor Knapp to Reading (ECHL).

PORTLAND PIRATES — Reassigned F Dyson Stevenson to Gwinnett (ECHL).

PROVIDENCE BRUINS — Loaned F Andrew Cherniwchan to South Carolina (ECHL).

SPRINGFIELD FALCONS — Assigned G Scott Munroe to Kalamazoo (ECHL).

ECHL READING ROYALS — Released G Matt DiGirolamo.

COLLEGE INDIANA — Announced RB Tevin Coleman will enter the NFL draft.

SOUTHERN CAL — Announced DL Leonard Williams will enter the NFL draft.

TENNESSEE — Announced DL Jaylen Miller and DB D’Andre Payne intend to transfer.

YALE — Named Kylie Stannard men’s soccer coach.

LOCAL CALENDAR Boys basketball

1 p.m.

ESPN — Music City Bowl, Notre Dame vs. LSU, at Nashville, Tenn.

4:30 p.m.

ESPN — Belk Bowl, Georgia vs.

Louisville, at Charlotte, N.C. 8 p.m.

ESPN — Foster Farms Bowl, Maryland vs. Stanford, at Santa Clara, Calif.

MEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL 10 a.m.

ESPNU — Northwestern at Rutgers 11 a.m.

ESPN2 — Iowa at Ohio St. Noon ESPNU — Virginia Tech at West Virginia 1 p.m.

ESPN2 — Illinois at Michigan 2 p.m.

ESPNU — Cincinnati at NC State 3 p.m.

ESPN2 — Maryland at Michigan St. 4 p.m.

ESPNU — Davidson at Virginia 5 p.m.

ESPN2 — Florida at Florida St. 6 p.m.

FSN — Norfolk St. at Baylor 7 p.m.

ESPN2 — Oklahoma St. vs. Missouri, at Kansas City, Mo.

GODDARD CLASSIC • Hatch Valley vs. Miyamura, 10 a.m.

• Silver vs. Capital, 11:30 a.m.

• Centennial vs. Roswell, 1 p.m.

• Goddard vs. Robertson, 2:30 p.m.

Boston responded with one of its strongest performances of the season — shorthanded or at full-strength.

Carl Soderberg had a goal and two assists and was one of five players to score for Boston.

“That was a great example of how we need to play for pretty much the rest of the season,” Boston captain Zdeno Chara said. “It’s pretty simple. We had the right attitude and right approach right from the first drop of the puck.”

Reilly Smith, Gregory Campbell and Seth Griffin also scored for Boston before Chris Kelly added an empty-net goal with 2:26 left to play. Loui Eriksson had a pair of assists and Tuukka Rask finished with 28 saves for Boston.

“I think everyone was focused on going over the boards and doing their job for the 40 or 50 seconds they were on the ice,” Kelly said. “It was wave after wave.”

POE CORN • Belen vs. Los Alamos at Goddard, 6 p.m.

• Artesia vs. Moriarty at Roswell, 6 p.m.

• Farmington vs. Goddard at Goddard, 7 p.m.

• Piedra Vista vs.

Roswell at Roswell, 7 p.m.

Girls basketball

Bruins top Red Wings in NHL

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Roswell’s Georgia Eldridge soars to reach a ball in the Lady Coyotes’ win over Miyamura on Monday at the Goddard Girls Holiday Classic.

he scored seven of her 13 points in the quarter. Her free throw following a Silver timeout gave the Rockets a big 49-25 lead as the half-court trap was starting to cause major issues for the Lady Colts.

“I don’t think we trapped it but twice in the first half,” said Neighbors. “In the second half, they finally started to understand the responsibilities and roles like we talked about (at the break).”

The Rockets finished on a 7-0 run which included back-to-back hoops by Mileena Sanchez to finish up the quarter 58-27.

Neighbors was very pleased with the play from his bench. “When we can bring those guys in – not only did they score, but they keep us fresh – we don’t half to rely on five people. They came in and really sparked us – scoring and defensively.”

The Rockets continued to soar as the Colts faltered offensively in the final frame. Robinson’s bucket early in the quarter made it 62-27 to enact a running clock as the quarter flew by.

The Colts could only a single bucket in the quarter as the Rockets improved to 7-4 on the year. Robinson, Hubbard, and Lopez all finished with 13 points in the balanced scoring af fair. The four -person bench accounted for 38 points.

Roswell 62 Miyamura 34

The Coyotes opened a big lead and did not let it slip by as they downed Miyamura 62-34.

“I thought we were real rusty,” stated coach Joe Carpenter. “I thought we executed plays when we were in right spots, but we didn’t finish off plays really well today. It’s frustrating when we miss one-foot shots, but when you don’t practice every day, I think it messes

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dous impact,” Johnson said. “He made the team relevant in some respects.”

But, in the end, there were not enough wins to back up all the big talk.

“Rex was fully prepared,” Johnson said. “He was fine with it.”

Bears

Fans were fed up and so was the team’s matriarch.

The Chicago Bears made sweeping changes on Monday, firing general manager Phil Emery and coach Marc Trestman after missing the playoffs for the seventh time in eight years.

Trestman is out after going 13-19 in two seasons while Emery lasted just three years. The Bears went 5-11 in a mostly miserable season, never challenging for the NFC North lead after the first few weeks as quarterback Jay Cutler and the rest of the offense struggled mightily.

“We expect excellence,” chairman George McCaskey said.

What they got was something different, and even McCaskey’s mother, Virginia McCaskey, had enough.

“She’s (ticked) off,” George McCaskey said after about a 10-second pause when asked about his mother. “I can’t think of a 91-year-old woman that that description would apply to, but in this case, I can’t think of a more accurate description. She’s been on this Earth for eight of the Bears’ nine championships, and she wants more. She feels that it’s been too long since the last one, and that dissatisfaction is shared by her children, her grandchildren and her great grandchildren. She’s fed up with mediocrity. She feels that she and Bears fans everywhere deserve better.”

It was clear as the season wore on, with fan unrest growing, that change was coming. The question was how far up the ladder it would go.

The Bears also fired offensive coordinator Aaron Kromer. Defensive coordinator Mel Tucker is still officially under contract, although he is expected to be

things up.”

With the score 5-4, the Coyotes started to use the press to make numerous steals and go on an 11-0 run to make it 16-6. The first quarter would end with the Coyotes up big at 18-6 – a lead that would grow in the second quarter. The Coyotes dominated the rebounds in the second quarter (and the game) and they used this to get many second half chances and grow their lead.

Carpenter was pleased with the rebounding effort of his taller squad.

“We have some pretty good athletes, so when Georgia (Eldridge) and Gali (Sanchez) are up there rebounding, we easily can make things happen. Any time we can get some extra shots is going to make you better.”

Miyamura would get their only bucket of the quarter at the 4:19 mark. That basket would make it 26-10 as the Coyotes would close the first half strong leading 3412.

Alexis Angelos would lead the way offensively with 9 points.

The second half saw senior Georgia Eldridge dominate scoring 16 of her game high 21 points as the Coyotes would add to their lead.

Priscilla Lucero caught a perfect pass from Jaedyn De La Cerda for the first bucket of the second half and the ’Yotes were off and running. Their early 10-0 run made it 44-14 and started mass substitutions for the home team.

The third quarter ended with the Coyotes in control at 48-22 and they opened the final frame with an 8-0 run (all on layups) to get their largest lead at 56-22.

The Patriots’ Amber Antez would repeatedly drive to the basket in the last quarter, but her eight points were not nearly enough as the Coyotes ran their record to 72.

let go given the way the Bears struggled under him the past two seasons.

The Bears hired for mer New York Giants general manager Ernie Accorsi as a consultant to help with the search for a general manager and coach.

But ultimately, it will be McCaskey and President and CEO Ted Phillips making the call.

“This job was an opportunity of a lifetime,” Emery said in a brief session with reporters. “My only regret is that we didn’t win enough games for that opportunity to continue.”

Emery did not take questions from reporters.

T restman, in a statement issued through the team, thanked the McCaskey family for the opportunity to coach the Bears.

Falcons

Mike Smith’s status as the winningest coach in Falcons history wasn’t enough to save his job.

Owner Arthur Blank said he fired Smith on Monday because in his “heart of hearts” he didn’t believe Smith could take the Falcons to the Super Bowl.

Smith’s firing came one day after the end of his second straight losing season, capped by Sunday’s ugly 34-3 loss to the Carolina Panthers before booing fans at the Georgia Dome.

Smith’s 66 wins in seven seasons are the most for any Falcons coach. He reeled off five straight winning seasons for a franchise which previously had not finished above .500 in back-to-back years.

For an owner looking to the future, those accomplishments were overshadowed by the Falcons’ 10-22 combined mark the past two seasons, including 610 in 2014. Blank acknowledged his confidence in Smith was shaken despite his affection for the coach.

“Can that individual take you to the next level?” Blank said of his appraisal of Smith. “If your answer is no in your heart or hearts, you have to put away your personal feelings.”

Blank said more changes could come.

UConn ladies defeat Duke

ASSOCIATED PRESS HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Duke coach Joanne P. McCallie doesn’t see a huge talent gap between her No. 10 Blue Devils and No. 2 Connecticut.

Monday night’s 83-52 loss, she said, was more about effort.

“They played harder than us at every position,” McCallie said. “They got every hustle play.”

Leading by two points with more than seven minutes to go in the first half, Duke watched as UConn found another gear. The Huskies went into halftime on an 11-2 run and ended up blowing out the Blue Devils.

“It was a pathetic display from us, especially in terms of hustle and intangibles,” McCallie said.

Moriah Jefferson led five Huskies in double figures with 18 points. The junior point guard, who had a career -high 24 points against SMU on Saturday, hit six of her eight shots and was 3 of 4 from 3-point range. She also had four assists.

Kaleena Mosqueda-Lewis and Breanna Stewart each scored 14 points and Morgan Tuck added 13 for the Huskies (10-1), who have won nine straight since a November loss at No. 15 Stanford.

“We come to Connecticut because we work harder than everybody else, and we proved that tonight,” Stewart said.

ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES (AP) — Blake Griffin scored 24 points and the Los Angeles Clippers beat Utah 101-97 Monday night for their 12th straight victory over the Jazz, breaking the franchise record for consecutive losses against one club.

Chris Paul finished with 20 points and eight assists.

DeAndre Jordan had 19 rebounds for the twotime defending Pacific Division champions. The Clippers blocked 12 shots and never trailed in the fourth quarter despite leading by no more than five points at any point.

The previous franchise record for wins by the Clippers against one team was set against the Dallas Mavericks.

The Clippers are 10-6 in December with one game left.

Gordon Hayward scored 22 points for the Jazz and Rudy Gobert added 13 rebounds and 11 points off the bench.

Shooting guard Alec Burks missed his second straight game because of chronic soreness in his left shoulder. He also sat out two games early this month for the same reason.

Paul’s 3-pointer with 35.6 seconds left in the third quarter helped Los Angeles pull even at 7777 going into the fourth.

Jamal Crawford was outscoring the rest of the Clippers’ bench 14-0 until Jordan Far mar made a 3-pointer on his first shot of the game with 10:25 to play.

Matt Barnes’ 13 points helped pace Los Angeles to a 48-44 halftime lead, as each team went 18 for 41 from the field. The Clippers built their lead to 10 on Crawford’s 3pointer 15 seconds into the second quarter.

Heat top Magic

MIAMI (AP) — Nikola Vucevic scored 26

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points, Victor Oladipo scored seven of his 22 in the final minutes and Orlando beat Miami.

Oladipo had a layup to tie it, then a free throw to put the Magic ahead to stay and give them their first win against Miami in 11 tries.

Tobias Harris scored 18 for the Magic, who got 13 from Channing Frye.

Dwyane Wade scored 25 points for Miami, which has lost 12 of 18 at home. Danny Granger had 21 points and Chris Bosh scored 20 in his retur n after missing eight games with a strained left calf.

Granger was 6 for 7 from 3-point range, including one that put Miami up 101-97 with 1:38 left. The Heat didn’t score again.

There were nine lead changes and four ties in the fourth quarter, with the Magic knotting the game at 101-all when Oladipo drove by Wade and scored with 45 seconds left.

Bucks top Hornets

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Brandon Knight scored 18 points, including a layup to force overtime, and Milwaukee pulled away to beat Charlotte.

Jared Dudley scored 17 points, Giannis Antetokounm had 16, Zaza Pachulia had 15, O.J. Mayo had 13 and John Henson added 11 for the Bucks (16-16), who snapped a seven-game losing streak to the Hornets dating back to the 2011-2012 season.

Kemba Walker scored 28 points, Gerald Henderson added 19 and Michael Kidd-Gilchrist scored 10 for the Hornets (10-22), who fought back from a 21-point deficit in the first half.

Walker’s layup with 54.5 seconds remaining gave Charlotte an 83-81 lead, but Knight followed up his own blocked shot for a layup.

arty 28-1 in the first period en-route to a 77-29 victory in the tournament they have won six consecutive years.

“When we started out the game we were ready to play,” Roswell coach Britt Cooper said. “I think they were a little intimidated at the start. They settled down in the second quarter but by then the damage was done.”

The Coyotes held the Fighting Pintos (3-8) scoreless until Cody Pisz hit the second of two free throws with 52 seconds left in the opening period.

For Roswell in that period, Chris Mesquita scored 10 of his 14 points to lead the onslaught.

In the second period Roswell held only a four -point scoring advantage at 18-14 but still lead at the half 46-15.

For Cooper, he saw the same second-period trend that has plagued his club thus far this season.

“We kind of had a lull there in the second quarter. I didn’t care too much for that quarter. We outscored them 1814 but if we don’t score those last six they would have outscored us,” Cooper said.

“I just told those guys you can’t have lulls. You got to play every game like it’s close, keep playing. You can’t sit there and let up. Early-season stuff you got to correct because for some reason our second quarters have been our slow quarter you might call it. It seems like it’s the quarter that’s hurt us the most this year. We got to remedy that.”

By the middle of the third period the Coyotes had built a 35-point lead to start the basketball mercy-rule nonstop clock, and their starters took a seat.

Tonight Roswell faces Farmington Piedra Vista in a semifinal game at 7 at the Roswell gym.

Cooper expects a better test tonight.

“Overall I can’t complain. We got to be ready to plqy Piedra Vista. They’re a solid club. They’ve got a little bit of experience. The (Troy) Dixon guard, he’s pretty solid. And they got a big 6-8 kid and the other post kid is pretty solid. They’re a good team.”

Also scoring in Monday’s game for Roswell were Frank De La O with 11, Jacob Miley with eight, Daniel Amador with eight, Dominic Anaya with seven, Garret Smotherman with seven and DaSean Lacy with six.

B4 Tuesday, December 30, 2014

FINANCIAL

Stocks trade mixed amid new fear over Greece

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. stocks were mixed on Monday afternoon as Wall Street winds down the year in this holiday-shortened week. European indexes fell on news that Greece will hold early elections that could endanger its bailout program. Asian indexes rose after Chinese regulators announced measures to stimulate the world’s second-largest economy.

KEEPING SCORE: The Standard & Poor’s 500 index rose two points, or 0.1 percent, to 2,090 as of 2:07 p.m. Eastern time. The Dow Jones industrial average slipped 10 points, or less than 0.1 percent, to 18,043. The Nasdaq composite fell three points, or less than 0.1 percent, to 4,803.

GREEK JITTERS: News that Greece will hold early general elections next month stoked concerns over the country’s finances.

An opposition party that is against the terms of the country’s bailout program is leading in the polls, and investors worry it will seek changes if it wins. The Athens exchange ended with a loss of 4 percent after falling as much as 11 percent earlier.

EUROPE: Other European markets were mixed. France’s CAC40 edged up 0.5 percent, Germany’s DAX rose 0.1 percent and the U.K.’s FTSE 100 increased 0.4 percent. Spain’s IBEX 35 fell 0.8 percent and Italy’s bench-

mark index lost 1.1 percent.

U.S. BACKDROP: Despite troubles abroad, the U.S. economy has provided support for U.S. stocks as 2014 comes to a close.

Employers are on track to hire nearly 3 million workers this year, the most since the dot-com boom year of 1999. The unemployment rate has dropped to 5.8 percent, down about a percentage point since the start of the year.

And the U.S. economy grew at an annualized rate of 5 percent in the July-September quarter, the fastest in 11 years.

The S&P 500 has hit record highs more than 50 times so far this year and has tripled from the 12-year low it reached in the depths of the financial crisis in 2009.

THE QUOTE: John Manley, chief equity strategist at Wells Fargo Fund Management, said he expects that stocks are being pushed higher in part from what he calls “sleepy heads,” investors who tend to put of f plowing money into IRAs until the closing days of each year.

“All of sudden they wake up, and realize, ‘I need to do this to get my tax deduction,”’ he says.

CHINESE BANKING: China’s of ficial Xinhua News Agency reported Sunday that regulators will change accounting rules for bank deposits to free up more money for lending. That could

help boost economic growth, which slumped to a five-year low in the latest quarter. The report came after government data on Saturday showed profits for China’s biggest industrial companies fell 4.2 percent in November from a year earlier, accelerating from the previous month’s 2.1 percent decline. China’s stateowned banks rose on expectations of higher interest income from lending.

ANALYST’S TAKE: “Asian equities are off to a great start to the week, with investors growing increasingly optimistic about China deploying stimulus,” strategist Stan Shamu of IG Markets said in a report.

ASIA’S DAY: Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index gained 1.8 percent and the Shanghai Composite Index added 0.3 percent.

ICAHN TARGET: The Manitowoc Co. rose $1.62, or 8 percent, to $22.54 on news that activist investor Carl Icahn took a 7.8 percent stake in the crane maker and is pushing for the company to split into two.

PILL POP: Gilead Sciences rose $3 to $96.79 for a gain of 3 percent, one of the biggest in the S&P 500. The biotechnology company expanded an agreement with a Johnson & Johnson unit to develop and sell an HIV treatment.

RUBLE TROUBLES: Russia’s

Roswell Daily Record

AP Photo

In this Oct. 8 photo, American flags fly in front of the New York Stock Exchange, in New York. A strong report on job creation pushed stock indexes higher on Dec. 5, even though the figures may prompt the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates sooner than anticipated. The dollar rose as traders anticipated more robust growth in the U.S.

currency was also in focus. The ruble fell 10 percent on Monday after a rally last week. Russian monetary officials have made stabilizing the currency a priority amid slumping oil revenues and unease about the country’s economic outlook. Mizuho Bank warned in a report that this “may not be the end of the troubles” for the Russian economy.

COMMODITIES: Benchmark U.S. crude dropped $1.43 to $53.30 a barrel in New York. On Friday, the contract fell $1.11 to

settle at $54.73. In metals trading, gold lost $13.40 to $1,181.90 an ounce, silver fell 37 cents to $15.78 an ounce and copper edged up less than a penny to $2.82 a pound.

CURRENCIES: The dollar rose to 120.71 yen from 120.35 Friday. The euro edged down to $1.2156 from Friday’s $1.2205.

BONDS: U.S. government bond prices rose. The yield on the 10year Treasury note fell to 2.22 percent from 2.25 percent on Friday.

Vermont’s sole nuclear power plant ends operations MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) — Vermont’s only nuclear power plant stopped sending electricity to the New England grid Monday following more than 42 years of producing electricity.

The shutdown came just after noon as the Vermont Yankee plant completed its 30th operating cycle when workers inserted control rods into the reactor core and stopped the nuclear reaction process, the plant’s owner said.

In its decades of operation, the plant in the southeastern Vermont town of Vernon produced more than 171 billion kilowatthours of electricity. During that same period the plant provided 71.8 percent of all electricity generated within Vermont, or 35 percent of the electricity consumed in the state, the company said, citing information from the Energy Information Agency.

Bill Mohl, the president of Entergy Wholesale Commodities, said economic factors, especially related to the natural gas market in the Northeast, were the pri-

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82.10 82.22 81.35 81.80 Feb 15 Apr 15 84.27 84.95 83.87 84.65 May 15 87.90 88.60 87.90 88.50 90.97 91.87 90.70 91.52 Jun 15 Jul 15 89.97 90.90 89.75 90.65 Aug 15 89.45 90.05 89.35 89.97 Oct 15 76.32 77.22 76.25 77.00 Dec 15 71.57 72.25 71.57 72.25 Feb 16 72.10 73.22 72.10 73.22 Apr 16 72.35 74.00 72.35 74.00 May 16 75.50 Jun 16 81.00 81.75 81.00 81.75 Last spot N/A Est. sales 19566. Fri’s Sales: 16,620

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Mar 15 62.08 62.29 61.36 62.01 May 15 62.63 62.72 61.94 62.48 Jul 15 63.40 63.41 62.80 63.35 Oct 15 64.57 Dec 15 65.50 65.75 65.28 65.72 Mar 16 66.79 May 16 67.45 Jul 16 68.04 Oct 16 68.16 Dec 16 67.10 Mar 17 67.66 May 17 68.62 Jul 17 68.64 Oct 17 68.64 Last spot N/A Est. sales 9082. Fri’s Sales: 4,265 Fri’s open int: 175541, off -177

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mary reasons for the shutdown. The decision to close the plant was announced weeks after the company won a protracted legal battle with the state, which had been pushing for the plant’s closure.

“The Northeast has undergone a shift in supply because of shale gas, resulting in sustained low natural gas prices and low wholesale energy prices,” Mohl said in a statement.

The plant will sit for decades while its radioactive components cool and its decommissioning fund grows. It’s expected to cost nearly $1.25 billion to dismantle the plant, which likely won’t occur until the 2040s or later.

Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin, who had pushed for the closing of the plant, said the closing is a positive step for the state.

“Today, thanks to investments in renewable energy such as solar, Vermont’s energy future is on a different, more sustainable path that is creating jobs, reducing energy costs for Vermonters and slowing climate change,” Shumlin said.

Jul 16 606 611fl 606 611fl 608ø 614 Sep 16 608ø 614 Dec 16 619ø 625 619ø 625 Mar 17 621 626ø 621 626ø 618ø May 17 613 618ø 613 Jul 17 592 597ø 592 597ø Last spot N/A Est. sales 46340. Fri’s Sales: 27,696 Fri’s open int: 373910, up +3021 CORN 5,000 bu minimum- cents per bushel Mar 15 414 417 410fl 412fl 421ü May 15 422 425ü 419 Jul 15 428ø 431ø 425fl 428 Sep 15 431ø 433fl 428ø 430fl 434ø 436fl Dec 15 438ø 440 Mar 16 446 447fl 442fl 444fl May 16 451fl 453ü 448fl 450ü 456ü 457 452ø 454 Jul 16 Sep 16 442 443 441fl 441fl Dec 16 433 434fl 430fl 433fl Mar 17 442ü 442ü 441ø 441ø May 17 445ü 446 445ü 446 Jul 17 450fl 450fl 449ø 449ø Sep 17 443ø 443ø 440ø 440ø Dec 17 420fl 423ü 416 419ø Jul 18 433ü 433ü 431 431 422fl 422fl Dec 18 425 425 Last spot N/A Est. sales 127595. Fri’s Sales: 71,588 Fri’s open int: 1227250, up +2002 OATS 5,000 bu minimum- cents per bushel Mar 15 305 308fl 302ü 303ü May 15 310fl 310fl 304fl 306ü 310 311fl 308ü 309fl Jul 15 Sep 15 310 310 308 308 Dec 15 307 307ø 306fl 306fl 313 Mar 16 313ø 313ø 313 May 16 313ø 313ø 313 313 Jul 16 314ø 314ø 314 314 314 Sep 16 314ø 314ø 314 Dec 16 314ø 314ø 314 314 Jul 17 314ø 314ø 314 314 Sep 17 314ø 314ø 314 314 Last spot N/A Est. sales 474. Fri’s Sales: 157 Fri’s open int: 8211, off -25 SOYBEANS 5,000 bu minimum- cents per bushel Jan 15 1045fl 1061fl 1039 1041fl Mar 15 1053 1068ü 1046 1048fl May 15 1060 1075 1052fl 1056 Jul 15 1065ø 1079fl 1058 1061fl Aug 15 1070 1077 1058 1059fl Sep 15 1050 1054ø 1039ü 1040 Nov 15 1028ø 1039fl 1021 1024ø Jan 16 1038 1044 1026 1029ü Mar 16 1045 1047 1033ü 1034ü May 16 1050 1050 1036ü 1036ü Jul 16 1050 1051 1040fl 1040fl Aug 16 1044fl 1044fl 1040 1040 Sep 16 1029 1029 1024ü 1024ü Nov 16 1020 1025 1009 1010ø Jan 17 1018 1018 1010fl 1010fl Mar 17 1018 1018 1010fl 1010fl May 17 1023ø 1023ø 1021ü 1021ü Jul 17 1039ø 1039ø 1032 1032 Aug 17 1039ø 1039ø 1032 1032 Sep 17 1039ø 1039ø 1032 1032 Nov 17 1015 1015 1003 1003 Jul 18 1011ü 1011ü 1003 1003 Nov 18 984ø 984ø 976ü 976ü

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OIL/GASOLINE/NG

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LIGHT SWEET CRUDE 1,000 bbl.- dollars per bbl.

Feb 15 55.05 55.74 52.90 55.45 56.12 53.33 Mar 15 Apr 15 55.96 56.54 53.88 May 15 56.37 57.00 54.48 56.84 57.55 55.07 Jun 15 Jul 15 57.65 57.99 55.70 Aug 15 58.07 58.42 56.22 58.41 58.98 56.79 Sep 15 Oct 15 59.10 59.33 57.80 Nov 15 59.62 60.05 58.04 60.21 60.81 58.64 Dec 15 Jan 16 61.20 61.20 59.62 Feb 16 60.19 60.36 60.18 Mar 16 62.10 62.10 60.30 Apr 16 May 16 Jun 16 63.38 63.64 61.91 Jul 16 Aug 16 Sep 16 65.00 65.00 63.50 Oct 16 Nov 16 Dec 16 65.60 66.04 64.50 Jan 17 Feb 17 Mar 17 Apr 17 May 17 Jun 17 66.25 66.36 66.25 Jul 17 Aug 17 Sep 17 Oct 17 Nov 17 Dec 17 68.60 68.85 67.60 Jan 18 Feb 18 Mar 18 Apr 18 May 18 Jun 18

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AP Photo

In this June 19, 2013, file photo, the Vermont Yankee Nuclear Power Station sits along the banks of the Connecticut River in Vernon, Vt. Its owner, Entergy Corp., said it is closing the plant for economic reasons, and is expected to be disconnect from the regional power grid.

68.55 Jul 18 Aug 18 68.70 Sep 18 68.88 69.08 Oct 18 Nov 18 69.30 Dec 18 70.45 70.62 69.53 69.53 69.54 Jan 19 Feb 19 69.58 Mar 19 69.62 69.68 Apr 19 May 19 69.75 Jun 19 69.85 69.88 Jul 19 Aug 19 69.96 Sep 19 70.06 70.17 Oct 19 Nov 19 70.30 Dec 19 70.59 71.50 70.40 70.45 70.48 Jan 20 Feb 20 70.52 Mar 20 70.57 70.62 Apr 20 May 20 70.69 Jun 20 70.76 70.78 Jul 20 Aug 20 70.81 Sep 20 70.86 70.92 Oct 20 Nov 20 70.98 Dec 20 71.06 71.31 Jun 21 Dec 21 71.56 Jun 22 71.56 71.56 Dec 22 Jun 23 71.56 Dec 23 71.56 Last spot N/A Est. sales 404939. Fri’s Sales: 201,085 Fri’s open int: 1430820, up +646 NY HARBOR GAS BLEND 42,000 gallons- dollars per gallon 1.5094 1.5327 1.4475 1.4528 Jan 15 Feb 15 1.5252 1.5464 1.4624 1.4670 Mar 15 1.5570 1.5750 1.4955 1.5002 Apr 15 1.7719 1.7884 1.7135 1.7214 May 15 1.7891 1.8029 1.7297 1.7394 Jun 15 1.7934 1.8041 1.7294 1.7397 Jul 15 1.7822 1.7904 1.7222 1.7320 Aug 15 1.7763 1.7766 1.7140 1.7208 Sep 15 1.7530 1.7631 1.7024 1.7070

METALS

NEW YORK (AP) _ Spot nonferrous metal prices Mon. Aluminum -$0.8318 per lb., London Metal Exch.

Copper -$2.8851 Cathode full plate, LME. Copper -$2.8380 N.Y. Merc spot Mon. Lead - $1847.50 metric ton, London Metal Exch.

Zinc - $0.9763 per lb., London Metal Exch.

Gold - $1185.50 Handy & Harman (only daily quote).

Gold - $1181.70 troy oz., NY Merc spot Mon. Silver - $15.850 Handy & Harman (only daily quote).

Silver - $15.744 troy oz., N.Y. Merc spot Mon. Platinum -$1214.00 troy oz., Handy & Harman.

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%Chg -25.9 -16.2 -15.9 -12.2 -9.6

Last Name EnerJex rs 2.02 TriangPet 5.17 OrionEngy 5.25 RingEngy 9.95 MastchHld 10.40

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Advanced Declined Unchanged Total issues New Highs New Lows

Volume

2,398,452,652 Volume

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Last 2.54 3.15 3.00 5.51 2.30

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INDEXES

Last 18,038.23 9,217.44 643.33 10,988.01 4,806.91 2,090.57 1,474.40 21,977.52 1,219.11

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Chg

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PE

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103,152,583 Volume

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DEAR ABBY UNIVERSAL PRESS SYNDICATE

DEAR ABBY: “Left Out in Florida” (Sept. 2) feels it is inconsiderate of her daughter -in-law to speak only her native language (not English) with her children in front of their grandparents. You advised that the mother should speak English in this situation.

My son attends a bilingual immersion school, and I have experience with this issue. I have attended lectures about raising bilingual children.

It is extremely difficult to pass on a language other than English to kids living in America. As the

children grow, they will be increasingly drawn to English.

The most successful families are those who do exactly what the mom in the letter is doing. They speak only their native language with their children and are very persistent about it. This is the recommendation of the experts in the field.

What should also be happening is translation for others when necessary. Ideally, there is a level of support from family and friends who understand what a worthwhile, yet difficult, task this is. Grandparents don’t need to understand everything that is said, and their job is to speak English with the youngsters so they become truly bilingual.

Bilingualism is an incredible gift to give a child. It goes beyond just learning another language.

It broadens mental development, thought patterns and world perspective. It must be done during childhood while the brain is still pliable, and continue until adulthood or the language will be lost.

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These parents obviously understand the value of what they are doing. I hope the grandparents will support it.

BILINGUAL MOM IN OREGON DEAR BILINGUAL MOM: Thank you for lending your insight. I heard from others who, like you, have firsthand knowledge on this issue:

DEAR ABBY: My son also married a woman from another country. She has spoken only her native tongue to my granddaughter from day one.

My son speaks English to his daughter. My daughter-in-law speaks English to me.

I care for the little girl three days a week. She’s 4 and completely bilingual. I thank my lucky stars that she has this opportunity. And I’m glad for her other grandparents, who do not live in this country or speak English, but can communicate with her. I don’t worry that they’re secretly talking about me. “Left Out” should be

grateful her grandkids have this huge advantage.

JEAN IN MILLERSVILLE, MD.

Family Circus

DEAR ABBY:

I wish you had suggested to “Left Out” that she and her husband try to learn the language of their grandchildren. It’s not difficult to learn a few foreign conversational phrases, or even be able to carry on a coherent conversation using free or inexpensive tools available at the library or online.

Of course, in order to do that, they have to want to reach out and make the effort. Perhaps if they did, the daughter-in-law might feel a little more welcoming and less distant.

Ever since my grandkids started attending a bilingual school, I have been studying to try to keep up with them, and so have the other grandparents. Communication is a two-way street!

The Wizard of Id

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JUDI IN ELGIN, S.C.

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FROM HELOISE

KING FEATURES SYNDICATE Dear Heloise: Before plastic water bottles go in the recycling bin, I loosen the cap and SQUEEZE all the air I can out of them and then tighten the cap.

This can be done with milk cartons and other items as well.

John P., via email

Today’s Crossword Puzzle

John, thanks for recycling. Every little bit helps. Some recycling centers want you to leave the caps on; others don’t. It can get confusing for the consumer, can’t it? Readers, please call to find out what your recycling center wants you to do. The bottles and caps are made from different plastics, and some centers are able to process them both; others are unable to, and the tops should be separated from the bottle.

If you are doing this to compact items and save space in the recycling bin, here’s a hint from me: Take the tops off, be sure there’s no liquid left, and stomp on it. This works on cans, also. You’ll be happy with how much more you can stuff into the bin!

Heloise

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For Better or For Worse

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Dear Readers: Are you a renter of a home or apartment? If so, do you have renters insurance to protect valuable belongings? If not, you should — and it’s not as expensive as you think. Here are some important hints: * There are two types of renters insurance. One pays the cash value of belongings (minus depreciation).

The other pays replacement cost, which means today’s actual cost of the belongings. Check the policy closely for the monetary limits. * Not everyone needs renters insurance. College students and some other dependents may be covered under a parent’s policy. Check with your policy. * Renters insurance can cover expenses if you can’t live in the home or apartment because the damage is extensive. It can cover hotel bills, another rental and meals while displaced. * If you have an expensive collection or jewelry, you should add a floater to the policy to cover these specific items. Do check the limit on your policy for jewelry or artwork. It might be a blanket amount, like $500 or so. * Landlords insurance covers ONLY the structure, not anything in your home or apartment. * It’s not as costly as you think.

Try to guess? It can be as low as around $200 a year. That’s only about $17 a month! Hey, that’s a bargain.

Heloise

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Dear Heloise: After I decorated my house for Christmas a couple of years ago, I wanted it the same way each year.

I took a picture of my front-door decor, Christmas tree, different rooms with Christmas decor, the nativity set, dining-room table, etc.

My friend helped me decorate, and all we had to do was look at the pictures and find the matching decor in boxes I had labeled.

B. Robertson, Little Rock, Ark. This is one of those “Why didn’t I think of that?” hints.

Heloise

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How do you play a master painter? First: Learn to paint NEW YORK (AP) — Talk about suffering for your art.

Achieving his acclaimed performance as the masterful British landscape painter J.M.W. Turner in “Mr. Turner” took so much out of Timothy Spall, the veteran actor found himself kneeling down at the artist’s tomb in St. Paul’s Cathedral when it was all over — and crying.

“I just knelt down, had a bit of a weep, and wiped it off on my elbow,” the 57-yearold actor says. “It was quite a journey, you know.”

A jour ney indeed. Working with the famously exacting director Mike Leigh, as he has a number of times, Spall was tasked with what he calls detective work, delving deep into Turner’s art to ferret out Turner the man. The artist died in 1851 — “pre-psychoanalysis,” Spall notes. “And he never really explained himself. He didn’t want anybody to really know what he was up to.”

This meant that Spall, aside from reading everything he could get his hands on, had to learn to paint himself.

“Mike said, ‘Are you up for it? And I said, ‘All right, if this is what it’s gonna take,” Spall recalls. “And we just went and looked at these paintings, and I kept saying, ‘What IS that?’ And I realized my job was to look at this massive explosion of genius and implode it all back in, right back to where it started.”

So Spall studied — still life, real life, drawing in all its forms, even Greek and Roman architecture. “I even started reading about Goethe’s theory of light,” he

says.

Often, films about famous artists have portrayed them as rarified geniuses. “Mr. Turner” is different — the movie, which has earned raves for both Leigh and Spall, depicts an unassuming son of a barber who simply worked and worked, all the time. Indeed, Turner produced a staggering 20,000 works on paper, and more than 300 oil paintings.

“How did he do that? Well, he just never stopped,” Leigh says. “He was just at it all the time. I mean it’s a phenomenal amount of stuff. This is a guy who just does it, and what he does is extraordinary. And HOW he does it remains a mystery.”

The film was somewhat of a departure for Leigh, one of Britain’s most admired directors, who is known mostly for gritty contemporary films about working-class characters. But he says that once he made the 1999 “Topsy-Turvy” about Gilbert and Sullivan, he realized he was “over the idea that I was only ever going to make contemporary films.”

“I started to look into Turner having known the paintings, “ the director says, “and once I started to investigate Turner the character, I thought, this world is absolutely meant to be dramatized.” Turner was a man, for example, who had himself tied to the mast of a ship during a huge storm, in order to better understand the force of nature at sea — a scene recreated in “Mr. Turner.”

Spall and Leigh formulated the character over two years of study, and six months of rehearsal. Oh, and three trips by Spall to

Turner’s grave.

“First, when Mike asked me (to do the film), I went down there and pretended to tie my shoes, knelt by his grave and just had a quick word. I said, ‘Look, for what I’m about to do, please forgive me! And help me if you can.”’

A second trip came halfway through filming. “I went back and said, ‘Look, I don’t know if this is going the way you’d like!’ Again pretending to tie my shoes.”

The third trip came when he’d finished the film. This was when he wept. “This time I didn’t even bother to pretend to tie my shoes,” he says.

The film made a splash at the Cannes Film Festival last May, where Spall was named best actor. Then on Dec. 1, Spall was named best actor by the New York Film Critics Circle.

“I’m ... I’m just flabbergasted,” he said, having gotten the news moments before this interview. “My gast is absolutely flabbered! I suppose what’s lovely about it is that I’ve been around a bit, and you get plenty of kicks up the arse, you know? So it’s nice to get flowers every now and again.”

Spall is considered a contender — but perhaps an outside shot, in a very crowded field — for an Oscar nomination. But he’s just happy that all the recognition means more people are seeing the film — and Turner’s paintings, too, currently on display in an exhibit of the artist’s late work at the Tate Gallery in London.

“It seems that Turner’s working his magic at the moment,” the actor says.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Audiences had their pick of genres during the Christmas weekend, but despite a host of fresh arrivals, splashy holiday fare like “Unbroken” and “Into the Woods” proved no match for “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies.”

“The Interview,” meanwhile, wowed with $15 million from its 2 million online rentals and purchases.

The final installment in Peter Jackson’s trilogy marched to the top spot once again with an estimated $41.4 million take across the weekend ($54.5 including Christmas day earnings), according to studio estimates Sunday.

Universal’s World War II epic “Unbroken” took second place with $31.7 million from the weekend, bringing its domestic total to $47.3 million from its first four days in theaters.

“We’re all thrilled,” Nikki Rocco, Universal’s president of domestic distribution said of the Angelina Jolie-directed drama.

“It’s a testament to how great this movie is.

I’m so happy that America found out about it.”

Added Rentrak’s senior media analyst Paul Dergarabedian: “The story of Louis Zamperini really offered a nice alternative for moviegoers who weren’t looking for a fantasy world, a musical or a family film.”

Disney’s musical “Into the Woods,” boasting a star-packed cast and a PG rating, came in a close third with $31 million, and $46.1 million across the four-day period. It replaced “Mamma Mia” as the biggest opening for a screen adaptation of a Broadway musical ever.

“To be able to take (Stephen) Sondheim and (James) Lapine’s work and make it available to a mass audience? It’s a great holiday gift in and of itself,” Disney’s distribution Executive Vice President Dave Hollis said.

The rest of the top five was populated by holdovers “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb” and “Annie” and which earned $20.6 million and $16.6 million, respectively, in their second weekend in theaters.

“Their opening numbers didn’t really set the world on fire, but, as we thought, they

would play well over the Christmas holiday,” Dergarabedian said.

Sony’s “The Interview,” which earned $15 million from online rentals and purchases through Saturday, also took in $2.8 million from 331 theaters since its opening on Thursday. $1.8 million of that came from the weekend.

“I’m so grateful that the movie found its way into theaters, and I’m thrilled that people actually went out and saw it,” said writer, director and star Seth Rogen in a statement.

“We are very pleased with how it is doing both theatrically where we are seeing numerous sell-outs across the country, and online where it remains at the top of many charts” added Rory Bruer, Sony’s president of worldwide distribution.

Other weekend debuts include Paramount’s $25 million crime drama “The Gambler,” which took seventh place with a middling $9.3 million from 2,478 theaters.

The Weinstein Company’s “Big Eyes” earned only $2.97 million over the weekend from 1,307 screens and $4.4 million from the four-day. The haul is a career low for director Tim Burton compared with his other wide-release openings.

In limited release, Clint Eastwood’s factbased Iraq war drama “American Sniper” opened in four locations, taking in a phenomenal $610,000. The staggering $152,510 per-theater average is second this year only to “The Grand Budapest Hotel.”

Ava DuVernay’s Martin Luther King Jr. drama “Selma,” meanwhile, opened in 19 locations to $590,000 over the three-day weekend for a solid $31,053 per-theater average. The film expands nationwide on Jan. 9.

Dergarabedian thinks that less impressive debuts, such as awards hopeful “Big Eyes,” could find an audience in the coming weeks.

“It’s just very, very crowded out there,” Dergarabedian said. “The audience wins, though. There is so much choice out there.

If you can’t find a movie to your liking in this lineup, then you just don’t like movies.”

Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at U.S. and Canadian theaters, according to Rentrak. Where available, the latest international numbers are also included. Final domestic figures will be released Monday.

1. “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies,” $41.4 million ($89.2 million international).

2. “Unbroken,” $31.7 million ($2.7 million international).

3. “Into the Woods,” $31 million ($1.6 million international).

4. “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb,” $20.6 million ($30.3 million international).

5. “Annie,” $16.6 million ($5.9 million international).

6. “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1,” $10 million ($7.9 million international).

7. “The Gambler,” $9.3 million.

8. “The Imitation Game,” $7.9 million ($400,000 international).

9. “Exodus: Gods and Kings,” $6.8 million ($31 million international).

10. “Wild,” $5.4 million.

Box Office: ‘Hobbit’ wins, ‘Interview’ has strong VOD sales

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NEW MEXICO WATER TRUST BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS TO CONSIDER PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE REGULATIONS FOR REVIEW AND ELIGIBILITY OF PROPOSED WATER PROJECTS, 19.25.10 NMAC The New Mexico Water Trust Board (the “Board”) will hold two public hearings to consider proposed amendments to 19.25.10 NMAC, Review and Eligibility of Proposed Water Projects. The Board is the proponent of the proposed amendments.

The proposed amendments relate to the review and eligibility of proposed water projects, to provide the appropriate means for approval of qualified water projects, to clarify terms and conditions of financial assistance, and to ensure that the Rules are compatible with the Water Project Finance Act, Section 72-4A-1 et seq., NMSA 1978.

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Estimated ticket sales for Friday through Sunday at international theaters (excluding the U.S. and Canada), according to Rentrak: 1. “The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies,” $89.2 million.

2. “Exodus: Gods and Kings,” $31 million.

3. “Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb,” $30.3 million 4. “The Taking of Tiger Mountain,” $25 million.

5. “Big Hero 6,” $24.7 million.

6. “Penguins of Madagascar,” $16.1 million.

7. “P.K.,” $14.3 million.

8. “International Market,” $14 million.

9. “Paddington,” $12 million.

10. “Love on the Cloud,” $10 million.

Roswell Daily Record

How ‘The Interview’s’ VOD grosses could change the game

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Sony appears to have a win-win with “The Interview.” Not only did the studio score a moral victory by releasing the film in the face of hacker threats, the movie made at least $15 million from more than 2 million digital rentals and purchases in its first four days.

On Friday, it seemed unlikely we’d ever know if the simultaneous — or “day and date” — strategy paid off.

Now, it’s tempting to suggest this may be the start of a brave new world of distribution. Add in the $2.8 million from “The Interview’s” limited theatrical release and things aren’t looking so bleak for the Seth Rogen-James Franco R-rated comedy.

But the story is far from over and many are divided about its outcome.

For some, “The Interview’s” video-ondemand revenue signals a revolution.

“It’s a huge number and it’s one that is probably making the other studios salivate,” said Jeff Bock, a senior box office analyst for Exhibitor Relations. “Now there is something to put on the bulletin board that says, ‘Yes, VOD is definitely a viable option.”’

But one might also post on the bulletin board that it’s standard industry practice not to release VOD figures.

That’s why the public only hears about them when they’re good. For instance, 2011’s “Bridesmaids,” which had already been released theatrically, made $24 million from VOD in four months, allowing Universal to declare it the most popular VOD release of all time.

Also, if Sony hadn’t been hacked and this film wasn’t pushed to the center of a national conversation, it could have easily made $20 million to $25 million on opening weekend — not unlike “Pineapple Express,” a similarly raunchy R-rated comedy starring Rogen and Franco. This would have come closer to paying off “The Interview’s” $40 million production budget and roughly $10 million marketing cost.

Historically, the movies that have prospered with a simultaneous theatrical and VOD release have been the ones with the smaller budgets, destined for art houses and independent theater chains.

For example, J.C. Chandor’s Wall Street thriller “Margin Call,” a $3.5 million movie that Lionsgate and Roadside Attractions acquired for $1 million, was released in theaters and on demand in the fall of 2011 and picked up around $5.4 million from theatrical and another $5 million from VOD. Magnolia, IFC and Radius-TWC have all had similar success stories.

On the other hand, the major studios haven’t had the option to even test day-and-date strategies because it would jeopardize the 90-day release window required by big exhibitor chains. In 2011, Universal tried to release their Ben Stiller comedy “Tower Heist” on VOD for $59.99 just three weeks after its theatrical opening, but theater owners balked and chains like Cinemark threatened to cancel their showings. Universal ended up scrapping the plan.

Sony, meanwhile, only started pursing digital options after the major theater chains dropped the film following the hacker threats.

In addition, many exceptional conditions factored into “The Interview’s” first weekend. It became an unlikely event movie. And seeing “The Interview” was akin to asserting one’s freedom of speech. That’s buzz you can’t buy.

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The Town of Hagerman is offering the following vehicles/equipment for sale to the highest bidder(s):

1996 4x4 Ford F150 Pick-up 1/2 ton 1998 Chevrolet Cheyenne Pick-up 1/2 Ton 1998 1 Ton Chevrolet Flat Bed 1997 Chevrolet Suburban 1985 Ford Ambulance 1984 Sewer Vac Truck - (2 overhauled gas engines) Tool Boxes Headache rack Water Tank and Trailer Harley Davidson Golf Cart

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The public is invited to attend the regular meeting.

Eastern New Mexico University is an EEO/AA institution.

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RECOVERY SERVICES of Southern New Mexico is looking for LADAC or an LSAA counselor for full time position. Please email resumes to rsonm1@aol.com or fax to 505-242-6929.

You may also call 505-242-6919.

Veterinarian Assistant Casa Querencia Animal Health Center, LLC, is looking for part time Veterinarian Assistant/ Computer Technical & Client Communication Skills are required. Position would encompass all areas of the clinic.

Reception, Assisting, Kennel cleaning, lab work, horse handling, on-call weekends with rotation.

Must be able to work well with others in a fast paced environment. Please submit resumes to Casa Querencia Animal Health Center, LLC, 1607 Fowler Rd., Roswell, NM 88201 or email at casaquerencia@gmail.oom Attn: Office Manager or fax resumes to 1-866-521-7566, Attn: Office Manager.

NOW HIRING Servers/Bartenders: Now Hiring Servers/Bartenders at Pasta Café. The best tip environment in town.

Apply daily between the hours of 2:00 - 4:00PM. 1208 N. Main Street Roswell, NM 88201 WE ARE Comfort Keepers Experience the Joys and Rewards of Being a Comfort Keeper.

Quality of life is important to everyone. We offer flexible full-time and part-time hours with competitive pay. EOE 1410 S. Main St. Roswell, NM 88203 575-624-9999

045.

Employment Opportunities

COURIER DRIVERS wanted. Positions starts at $8 per hour. Applicants must have excellent driving record. Send driving record and resume to 1003 S. Main, Roswell, NM 88203.

BUSINESS OFFICE MANAGER Casa Maria Healthcare Center, a 118-bed skilled nursing facility, seeks a Business Office Manager to oversee the billing and follow-up of Medicare, Medicaid, private pay, co-insurance and managed care as well as cash collections.

Our ideal candidate has 3-5 yrs experience in a billing/business office management position within a LTC setting along with knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, co-insurance, managed care and private collections. Must be a skilled communicator with excellent management skills.

Competitive salary and benefits package available.

Submit resume or apply in person: Casa Maria Healthcare Center 1601 S. Main St Roswell, NM 88203 kathy.adams@ fundltc.com Ph: 575-623-6008 Fax: 575-622-6651

www.fundltc.com EOE, M/F/H/V, Drug-free workplace/Smoke-free building DREAM BIG Become an Owner Operator Gibson is expanding- we have oil to haul and equipment to Lease. Class A-CDL, 2 years' experience, hazmat and tanker endorsements required Call today and become your own boss!.

888-404-3529 www.drivegibson.com EOE MAINTENANCE POSITION open plus HVAC. Job includes working on equipment.

Salary depends on experience. Send resume or employment history to: MJG Corp, 204 W 4th St., Roswell, NM 88201 or call 575-622-8711 email to gchavesmjg@ qwestoffice.net.

TESTING ONE

PLANNING AND ZONING DIRECTOR Chaves County, Roswell, New Mexico is currently seeking an experienced Planning and Zoning Director. This is an at-will, appointed position which reports to the County Manager and is responsible for planning, development, enforcement and administration of flood plains, zoning, and subdivision regulations, serves as administrator for P&Z boards and the Public Lands Advisory Committee. Supervises the Building Inspector and the Codes Enforcement Officer and is responsible for rural addressing within the County. Position requires a Bachelors Degree in urban planning, engineering or related field plus five years related experience in a related area, three of which include high level supervisory or administrative capacity which includes knowledge of mapping, surveying, engineering, land use planning, zoning, building codes, and subdivisions. Applicant must reside in Chaves County or be willing to relocate, as a condition of employment. Salary: DOQ. Chaves County offers a competitive benefit package consisting of a retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave, holidays, health, life, vision and dental insurances.

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 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 website 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, Friday, January 9th, 2015.

EOE.

Tuesday, December 30, 2014

045.

Employment Opportunities

Dennis the Menace

B7

Phlebotomy Certification Class (Blood Drawing), January 17 & 18th, $300.

505-410-7889 or swphlebotomy.com RECOVERY SERVICES OF SOUTHERN NEW MEXICO 1107 S. Atkinson, Roswell, NM 88203 is looking for an RN or LPN to fill a position in our clinic in Roswell.

The position is part time and will require some weekend and holiday work for now. If you would like to know more about us check out our website at RecoveryNewMexico.com Please email resumes to rsonm1@aol.com or fax to 505-242-6929.

You may also call 505-242-6919.

HIRING FOR maintenance department. Ask for John, 2803 W. 2nd.

BOOKKEEPER WITH experience needed for small office. A/R, A/P, other duties. Must have experience with computers, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel and Word.

Send resume to Box 4510, Roswell, NM 88202.

PHYSICAL THERAPY Tech positions open for full & part time. You would be assisting the Physical Therapists in working with patients and some paperwork. We will train you on the job. Apply at 800 W. 2nd St., Roswell.

Looking for a new and exciting career where you can change lives and launch careers? Then consider joining the forces at Roswell Job Corps Center.

RJCC is currently accepting resumes for Independent Living Advisor Supervise students while in the dormitory and on Center sponsored activities Qualifications High School Diploma or GED, Associates degree preferred.

Valid drivers license and good driving record.

EOE/M/F/VET/DISABLED Please email resume to aranda.irma@jobcorps.org

ADMIRAL BEVERAGE is now hiring for warehouse loader. Great pay, great benefits, paid vacation. Complete application on line at www.admiralbeverage.com

OPENINGS AVAILABLE for all positions. 2009 SE Main. Call Action Auto for appt. 575-624-8510

LEARN TO drive in 5 short weeks. Artesia Training Academy has new classes forming. CDL Class A with endorsements. VA approved. 20 years of service to South East New Mexico. Call for more information 575-748-9766 or 1-888-586-0144 visit us at www.artesiatraining.com or visit us on Facebook.

SERVICES

140. Cleaning

JD CLEANING Service, Licensed and bonded.

References. 623-4252 HOUSE CLEANING to carpet cleaning. 420-0965

195. Elderly Care

I WILL care for your loved ones. 637-0972 or 291-5362

200. Fencing

M.G. HORIZONS free estimates for installation.

Chainlink, wood, metal & block. 575-623-1991 Rodriguez Construction FOR WOOD, metal, block, stucco fencing, Since 1974.

Lic. 22689. 420-0100

210.

Firewood/Coal

OAK, ELM or fur. Well seasoned. You pickup or delivery available. Graves Farm 575-420-9751 575-622-1889, credit card excepted. Mon-Sat 8:30-5:30, Closed on Sunday.

CEDAR firewood for sale $265/cord, split/deliver, $140/half. 575-420-4532

FIREWOOD CEDAR, Juniper, Pinon, Corona, delivery available, split or unsplit. Starting at $150 a cord. 505-238-0742 or 575-849-7000

SEASONED MOUNTAIN wood. Cord split/delivered, $220, 575-626-9803

225. General Construction

Alpha Construction New Construction, remodels, additions, concrete & painting. Lic. & Bonded Call Adam 626-2050 BREAKTHROUGH CONSTRUCTION licensed and bonded, serving Roswell, Artesia and surrounding areas. Edward Perez Jr. 575-420-3009

232. Chimney Sweep

CHIMNEY SWEEP Have your woodstove, fireplace, or pellet stove inspected and cleaned.

Dust free Guarantee.

39 yrs Exp., 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

Mow lawns, pickup trash, & clean-up jobs.

575-308-1227 Garcia’s Lawn Service, sprinklers, re-seeding, trash & more. 914-0803.

YARD CLEANING and tree trimming, mowing. Cheap prices. Jose 580-238-3430 PROFESSIONAL TREE trimming and removal.

Licensed/insured 910-4581 MOWING, TRIMMING, and cutting down trees.

Call 420-0965

285.

Miscellaneous Services

Canada Drug Center is your choice for safe and affordable medications.

Our licensed Canadian mail order pharmacy will provide you with savings of up to 90 percent on all your medication needs. Call today 1-800-661-3783, for $10.00 off your first prescription and free shipping.

ADVERTISE YOUR DRIVER JOBS in 28 New Mexico newspapers for only $100. Your 25-word classified ad will reach more than 205,000 readers. Call this newspaper to place your ad or log onto www.nmpress.org for more information.

DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 800-948-7239

310. Painting/ Decorating

410. Tree Service

STUMP GRINDING. Big Stumps & back yard stumps. Tree and shrub work. Free estimates.

317-8037 or 623-4185 Allen’s Tree Srvc. Tree top removal, good clean up, free estimates 626-1835 PROFESSIONAL TREE trimming and removal.

Licensed/insured 910-4581 QUICKCUT TREE Service 575-840-0228 financing available licensed affordable insured

FINANCIAL

REAL ESTATE

490. Homes For Sale PUBLISHER’S NOTICE:

All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.”

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

I’LL BUY your house today! Cash!!! Any area, Any condition. Call Freddy at 575-914-0018 2 AND 3 Bed Houses Owner financed $8000 dn payments as low as $800 must earn $3K month 575-420-1579/5930 2Bd $90K w/house in bk & 3Bd $65K, fncd yrds, call M-Th 8a-noon 624 1331 MOBILE HOME on 5 acres, South on 285 Floyd Rd., $159k. 806-777-9211 IMMACULATE CUSTOM home in Briar Ridge, 3br/2ba, 81 Bent Tree Rd., $134,900. 831-915-0226 $100K OBO FSBO: 3/2/1, completely remodeled, new appliances, all electric w/AC, 910-8170/840-4333

492. Homes for Sale/Rent

TIME TO PAINT? Quality int./ext. painting.

Call 637-9108.

345.

Remodeling

BERRONES CONSTRUCTION. Remodeling, painting, ceramic tile, sheds, additions, fencing. Licensed, Bonded. Ray: 626-4153.

NO JOB too small, repair, remodeling, etc. Reasonable rates, quality work.

Licensed and bonded. 5-C Const., Inc. 626-4079 or 622-2552.

HOLIDAY SPECIAL: Beautify your home with professional upgrades.

Kitchen and Bath remodel with granite or formica.

Tile and wood installation.

Kitchen and vanity cabinets, etc. Courtesy Consultation and design with Maynes Construction Licensed, Insured & Bonded. 575-313-2411.

395. Stucco Plastering

M. G. Horizons All types of Stucco and Wire lath. Free Estimates 623-1991

400. Tax Service

ARE YOU in BIG trouble with the IRS? Stop wage & bank levies, liens & audits, unfiled tax returns, payroll issues, & resolve tax debt FAST. Seen on CNN. A BBB. Call 1-800-921-5512

SELL OR RENT YOUR HOUSE FASTER! INCLUDE A PICTURE FOR JUST $5!

E-MAIL PICTURES TO: CLASSIFIEDS@ RDRNEWS.COM

505.

Investment/ Commercial/ Business Property

COMMERCIAL OR residential. Approx 1.5 acres fenced, Hwy frontage all utilities, 30X60ft shop 129,000. Owner financing.

6228 SE Main 910-3199

510. Resort-Out of Town

ADVERTISE YOUR VACATION PROPERTY, to more than 205,000 New Mexico newspaper readers.

Your 25-word classified ad will appear in 26 newspapers around the state for only $100. Call this newspaper for more details or visit www.nmpress.org for more info.

B8 Tuesday, December 30, 2014 515. Mobile Homes - Sale

MOBILE HOME, adult park, 1 owner, 1997 28x42 Fleetwood, 2 car carport plus storage building.

Call 575-622-5066

520. Lots for Sale

Mobile Home Lots for sale: Lot size 50x134 $16,500.

Owner financing w/ $4000 down. 50 lots to choose from. On Washington & Brasher. 420-1352.

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, 910-1913, 626-6791, 626-3848.

RENTALS

535.

Apartments Furnished

540.

Apartments Unfurnished

1&2Bd, 3 locations, pmt hist reqd, No Hud, No Pets, M-Th 8a-noon 624-1331

2bd/1ba central air, $600mo $500dep. 1003 W. Summit 317-4307

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.

2&3Bd, 1&2Ba, pmt hist reqd, No Hud, No Pets, call M-Th 8a-noon 624-1331

EFF, 1 & 2br, wtr paid, No pets, laundry fac, stove/ref.

Mirador Apts, 700 N. Missouri. 627-8348.

PICK UP A LIST OF AVAILABLE RENTALS AT BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOME SERVICES, 501 NORTH MAIN.

EFF, 1,2 BR, downtown, clean, wtr pd. Stove & frig.

No Pets/HUD. 623-8377 DOUBLE D Hud apartments available $450 a month & $550 a mon all bills pd Call Stephanie at 622-0021

2BR/2BA TOWNHOUSE, over 2000 sqft w/garage, washer & dryer, fenced yard, $1050/mo + dep.

2500 Bent Tree. Call for more info at 317-6408.

1BD 1700 N. Pontiac Apartment. stove & fridge, 575-317-5040 BETTER LIVING is within reach! 2br/1ba $592, 3br/2ba, $674, 5br/2ba $812, central H/C, fridge, stove, DW, GD, W/D hookups, 2 refreshing pools, Section 8 Vouchers accepted, 623-7711, Villas of Briar Ridge.

1BR COUNTRY executive apt. fully furnished & stocked, central ht/air, utilities, internet, sattelite TV & housekeeping, $1100/mo, $1100/dep.

575-840-5274 drg.casaq@gmail.com

SUNSET APARMENTS 1601 S. Sunset 623-2494 is currently accepting applicants over 62 yrs old.

Studio or 1bd Apts.

Utilities included.

Rent based on income

1&2Bd, util pd, pmt hist reqd, No Hud, No pets, call M-Th 8a-noon 624-1331

540.

Apartments Unfurnished

ALL BILLS PAID cable inc.

1BR $569, 2BR $677, 3br/2ba $777/mo., ref air, newly remodeled. 502 S. Wyoming. 622-4944 Town Plaza Apartments NO HUD ACCEPTED ALL UTILITIES PAID Seniors receive 10% discount 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. 575-623-2735.

550. Houses for RentUnfurnished

545. Houses for Rent-Furnished

1&2Bd, util pd, pmt hist reqd, No Hud, No Pets, call M-Th 8a-noon 624-1331 WORKERS! NEED furnished housing, all bills paid-at a lower cost than most hotels? We have houses! 575-624-3258 626-4848 www.cozycowboy.com 1 or 2bd, furnished-unfurnished, no smoking/Hudpets. all bills pd. 623-6281

550. Houses for RentUnfurnished

313 E. Poe, 3br/1ba, all appliances included, No HUD smokers or pets, $800/mo, $800/dep. 623-8731

COUNTRY LIVING, 4 miles from town 2br/2ba MH on large lot, new kitchen flooring & carpet throughout, fridge, stove, washer & dryer, water/trash pd, no smoking or HUD, outside pets only, large screened in front porch, references required of previous rental history, 6 month lease, $600/dep required, $750/mo. 622-0854 or 626-3806 1617 S. Pennsylvania, 2br/1ba, stove, fridge, w/d hookups, ht pump, ref. air, No HUD or pets, $600/mo, $500/dep. 914-5402 2706 S Lea, 3br/1ba, fenced yard, washer/dryer hookups, no inside pets, No HUD. $800/mo, $800/dep. 420-0744 TOWNHOUSE 2/2/1, $900mo., $700dep, 622-7010 or 910-6104 3/2/2 HOME NE 800 Twin Diamond Rd.$1500mo + utilities $1000dep.

No HUD. Pets negotiable, Available 1/5. Luis 575-637-1031 TIRED OF Landlord Headaches? We can help! Berkshire Hathaway Home Services. 575-624-2262 1br/1ba, W/D, $625/mo, $400/dep, utilities paid.

626-2510 1BD/1BA 1 kitchen, all bills pd, $500 dep.

First & last month pd.

205 S. Ohio 575-578-8173 504 W. Albuquerque 2bd washer/dryer hookup, refrigerated air, heat pump, stove & fridge, No Hud no pets. $550mo $500dep.

914-5402 2BD/2BA $1050mo $1050 dep. No Hud/pets 575-420-1579 or 420-5930 3/2, $850mo, $850dep.

No Hud/pets Call or txt 575-420-1579 or 420-5930 NICE, CLEAN 3br/1ba, $800/mo, $600/dep, w/d hookup, near elementary & middle school, no pets or HUD; Nice, clean 3br, 1 3/4ba, $800/mo, $600/dep, w/d hookup, near elementary & middle schools, no pets or HUD, 575-626-3769

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 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

CLASSIFIEDS

550. Houses for RentUnfurnished

1207 S. Michigan, 3br, 1 3/4 ba, single garage, cook stove, $700mo, $500dep, no bills pd. 623-7678 XNICE 3BR w/appliances, w/d hookups, no HUD or pets. 910-9357 3BD 1 1/4ba SW location in Roswell or 30 min from Artesia $700mo. 626-9347 REMODELED 3BD, 2ba $1,100mo. $900dep.

No pets, No Hud. 901 W. Hervey 626-3816 2BD CENTRAL air, chimney, all fenced $650 mo $400dep. 420-1005 507 S. Sycamore LARGE COUNTRY home East Marion Richards Rd next to Berrendo Middle School. 3bd 2 1/2 ba double car garage, $1275+bills $1275dep. 626-3977 5BR/1BA, 609 Alameda. $750mo $300dep.

575-317-5958 310 SUNRISE, 3/2/2, $1400/mo; 3303 Trailing Heart, 3/2/1, $1000/mo; 807 S. Adams, 3/2/1, $950/mo; 502 S. Delaware, 3/1/1, $700/mo; 84 G. St., 3/1, $600/mo; Country Home, 2/1, 3741 East Grand Plains, $650/mo.

American Realty & Mgmt, 575-623-9711.

580. Office or Business Places 1135 S. Main, approx.

2100 sqft, partition for individual offices, $1500/mo, 1st & last, 2 yr lease.

575-626-6765

PROFESSIONAL OFFICE Lease – 111 S Kentucky Ave (@ Walnut St) 150 or 185 SF, utilities pd – PH 575/623.8331 OFFICE OR Retail space for Rent. Prime downtown area. Please call 622-8711.

SMALL OFFICE, 311 W. 2nd. Great location, Call John Grieves 575-626-7813 FOR LEASE, space in Sunwest Centre Office Complex at 500 N. Main St. Various size spaces.

Owner-paid utilities and janitorial. Suite customization available. High floor space available for larger tenants. Call Ed McClelland, Broker or come by Suite 606. Office 575-623-1652 or mobile 575-420-2546

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

580. Office or Business Places Commercial buildings for lease, 301 W. McGaffey, 100 E. Linda Vista, 204 W. 2nd 637-5315.

FOR LEASE: (2) 3 office suites each with a large reception area, smaller suite 970 sqft, larger one is 1320 sqft, 110 W. Country Club, Claudette @ 575-420-2895 or Herb @ 622-0010.

MERCHANDISE

605.

Miscellaneous for Sale

NEED FURNITURE Shop Blair’s for the best prices on used furniture, beds, dressers, table & chairs, living room sets, patio sets, bookshelves, appliances, antiques, collectibles, home decor & housewares, saddles, tools, movies, plus lots more. Open daily 9-5, closes Wed. 627-2033 WHEELCHAIR, walker, commode chair, tub safety rail. 622-7638.

PAGOSA SPRINGS Colorado time sharing, make offer on 84k points (2 weeks transferrable), 575-622-5066.

DIRECTV'S THE Big Deal special! Only $19.99 per month - Free premium channels HBO, Starz, Cinemax and Showtime for 3 months and Free Receiver upgrade! NFL 2014 Season Included. Call Now 1-800-264-0340 SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS. Unable to work? Denied benefits? We Can Help!

WIN or Pay Nothing!

Contact Bill Gordon & Associates at 1-800-591-5109 to start your application today!

DISH TV Retailer -SAVE! Starting $19.99/month (for 12 months.) FREE Premium Movie Channels.

FREE Equipment, Installation & Activation. CALL, COMPARE LOCAL DEALS! 1-800-315-7043 GOT KNEE Pain? Back Pain? Shoulder Pain? Get a pain-relieving brace -little or NO cost to you. Medicare Patients Call Health Hotline Now! 1800-918-6159

Roswell Daily Record 605.

Miscellaneous for Sale

620. Wanted to Buy Miscellaneous

Power wheelchair, hospital bed, CPAP breathing unit, shwer chair 622-7638

AH NUTS is buying pecans Mon.-Fri 8-12 at 4402 N. Brown Rd. 575-208-9575

STIHL CHAINSAW 18” MS 270 like new $250, Sithl Rotor Tiller Yard Boss MM55 in Exc. Cond. $250, Husky Cement Mixer 5 Cu Ft GHM105890 $175, New Industrial Mortiser Delta model 14-651 $270, Tenion Tool Delta 34-184 in great cond. $100, 48” Belt/8” Disc Sander Grizzley G1014z. $300 Call 637-4097 or 637-0980

I AM interested in buying furniture and appliances.

Call 575-317-6285.

THE TREASURE Chest Fire King JADEITE sets, Dressers, gas HEATERS, dryer, thrifts, lots of Carnival & Depression glass, dinette set, dressers, Christmas.

Closed 12/25, 1204 W Hobbs 914-1855, Weds-Sat 10-5

LEGGETT & Pratt S-CAPE Adjustable Bed with Massaging System Wireless Remote Control Luxury Support Mattress with Organic Cotton Cover purchased at Whites Mattress Company, Roswell.

New was $1985.00 will sell for $1100.00. Call 637-4097 or 637-0980 GAS Furnace Armstrong Air 88,000 BTU 3 years old $ 400 OBO 637-6363 WASHER, ELECTRIC and gas dryer, mini fridge, glass dinette set, sleeper sofa, white sitting chair, beds, daybed, blue leather recliner, coffee tables, end tables, sofa table. Call 575-910-7455

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

630. Auction Sales

ADVERTISE YOUR AUCTION in 26 New Mexico newspapers for only $100. Your 25-word classified ad will reach more than 205,000 readers. Call this newspaper for more details. Or log onto www.nmpress.org for a list of participating newspapers.

SELL YOUR structured settlement or annuity payments for CASH NOW. You don't have to wait for your future payments any longer! Call 1-800-614-1524

HALEY FARMS wants to buy your pecans!

Tuesday and Thursday 2:00 to 5:00.

5018 W. Country Club Rd. Roswell. Also shaking pecan trees. 575-624-0271

435 Welding 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,

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

TRANSPORTATION 790. Autos for Sale

635. Good things to Eat

SHELLED WESTERN Pecans $8.00 per Lb. Call 575-623-3315

715. Hay and Feed Sale

2 STRING alfalfa bale $10 each, 4X8 alfalfa bales $200, 626-0159

745. Pets for Sale

ADD A PICTURE OF YOUR PET FOR SALE FOR JUST $5!

E-MAIL PICTURES TO: CLASSIFIEDS@ RDRNEWS.COM

620. Wanted to Buy Miscellaneous TOP DOLLAR Paid for furniture, collectibles, appliances, antiques, tools, saddles, plus anything else of value. We pay cash with same day removal of all items. Compete/partial households & personal estates welcome.

623-0136 or 910-6031

RECREATIONAL

T-CUP & TOY PUPS 910-1818 txt4 pics. $300-$1800. Some hypo-allergenic, non-shedding. Registered, shots, health guaranteedand POTTY PAD trained.

Great PAYMENT PLAN. Credit/debit cards accepted. PAYPAL. YORKIES, CHIHUAHUAS, POODLES, SHIHTZUS , POMERANIANS , MINI DACHSHUNDS and SCHNAUZER/MALTESE. USDA LICENSE. cingard1@hotmail.com in ARTESIA

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

SHOW US WHAT YOU’RE SELLING! INCLUDE A PICTURE IN YOUR AD FOR JUST $5!

E-MAIL PICTURES TO: CLASSIFIEDS@ RDRNEWS.COM

Tired of the Hassle In Trading Or Selling Your Car or Truck?

Economy Motors Will Either Purchase Your Vehicle Or Consign It For Sale At No Cost To You!!

Call Or Come By For Details. Economy Motors 2506 N. Main Roswell, NM 88201 625-2440 •18 Years In Business •Family Owned & Operated •Licensed, Bonded & Insured

795. Pickups/ Trucks/Vans AWESOME TRUCK 2009 Ford F150 Platinum 4X4, 4 door crew cab, loaded with leather power, heated, cooled seats, nav. system, back up camera, power sunroof, 5.4 engine, 66K miles, garage kept. $28,500 OBO. 623-6608 or 910-6031

796. SUVS

2005 CHEVY Trail Blazer, new tires, only 105k miles, excellent cond., $4500, 575-420-1352.

2013 NISSAN Rogue AWD 14K like new, $17550.00 575-626-6942

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