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Introduction to meditation

John Cianciosi, author of “The Meditative Path,” comes from the National Headquarters of the Theosophical Society in American and provides a workshop for this systematic training of the mind for cultivating inner peace and outer harmony. Ruidoso Public Library, 11 a.m. 5752578-3704. Free.

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TUESDAY, MARCH 6, 2012 • W W W . R U I D O S O F R E E P R E S S . C O M • VOL. 4, NO. 10

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celebrating the investment in today’s youth

By Eugene Heathman editor eugene@ruidosofreepress.com Saturday’s grand opening of the Sierra Blanca Boys and Girls Club acknowledged the tireless effort of Tim Coughlin and his board of directors to provide the community a safe place for boys and girls to learn and grow – all while having fun. That place is a portion of the former middle school and gym located at the Horton Complex, a facility that was being considered at one point for demolition. It is now the place where great futures are started each and every day. The move to step up to the standards, reputation and support dynamics of a national organization from its development at the Community Youth Warehouse at the Methodist Church was no less than a daunting task for Coughlin.

Once it was decided upon, Coughlin’s team accomplished in six months in what most clubs take 12 to 18 months to open the new center.

Just last week, Coughlin although close to his goal, faced a budget deficit as he presented a request for $15,000 from the City of Ruidoso Downs. “We may not be able to provide all the services we want right now, but we will be open,” Coughlin said.

Downs councilors amid some legal clarity and looming elections voted to postpone a decision until after the election.

Not to worry. As Coughlin and his

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ruidoso valley greeters and board members of the new Sierra Blanca Boys and girls club celebrate the grand opening during a day filled with activities for kids and thanks to those who helped launch the new venture to provide for Lincoln county youth. staff presented the citizens of Lincoln County the renovated gym, re-furbished computer, study See YOUTH, pg 21 Todd Fuqua/Ruidoso Free Press

robert Donaldson, director for the r.D. & Joan Dale Hubbard Foundation stepped up and presented the Sierra Blanca Boys and girls club with a $15,000 donation, much to the total surprise and heartfelt gratitude of a genuinely emotional coughlin.

Dignitaries hail wastewater treatment plant grand opening

By Eugene Heathman editor eugene@ruidosofreepress.com There couldn’t have been a better time to celebrate nearly a decade of quasi-governmental collaboration and local determination to replace the now antiquated sewage treatment plant than Wednesdays ribbon cutting ceremony for the Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs regional wastewater treatment plant.

The existing plant for Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs, built in 1978, was designed to last approximately 20 years and was beyond the end of its life-span. The new $32 million facility is on line and ready for the summer tourist season boasting 2.7 million gallons per day treatment capacity and short-term peak treatment of 3.62 million gallons per day.

The environmental protection requirements of the water discharged from the plant were the toughest of their kind,” said Del Archuleta, the CEO of Molzen, Corbin and Associates who engineered the state of the art facility, the first of its kind in the United See PLANT, pg 21

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This is a huge win for the environment downstream from Ruidoso, Ruidoso Downs and the Mescalero Reservation.

– Del Archuleta,

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CEO of Molzen, Corbin and Associates

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Bobby Snowden, waste management director for the new ruidoso and ruidoso Downs wastewater treatment plant, cuts the ribbon dedicating the new facility amongst local and federal dignitaries who assisted with the development of the decade-long project.

Bog Spring Wetland restoration a top priority for Warnack

By Sue Hutchison reporter suehutch@valornet.com A proposal to reclaim natural wetlands near Gavilan Canyon Road was presented at February’s county commission meeting by David Warnack, Smokey Bear District Ranger (SBDR). Delivering his monthly report, Warnack informed the commission of this and other current projects the forest service is managing.

Bog Springs Wetland was damaged by Ruidoso High School’s construction and, when funded, restoration “will contribute to the overall health of the Rio Ruidoso,” says Warnack.

Grant monies given in 2001 and 2007 supplied the funds for restoration projects near the schools and for student participation in a new Career Pathways forestry module. The Bog Springs Wetland project continues the rehabilitation of this area.

Although not affiliated with the forest service, the Ruidoso

River Restoration Committee will also provide students with training in wetland rehabilitation, giving opportunity for high school students to become involved in environmental health, while providing much of the labor. Warnack provided a list of the members of this committee which includes the Village of Ruidoso, City of Ruidoso Downs, Wild Earth Guardians, New Mexico Department of Game and Fish and a community member. “This committee is tasked with the responsibility to develop projects to improve the watershed and the health of the Rio Ruidoso.”

“There’s a constant balance between (providing) opportunities and managing resources,” remarks Warnack.

As the SBDR, his responsibilities cover a wide variety of issues as well as acreage.

Smokey Bear district oversight and management covers 423,416 acres according to Warnack.

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Co-workers also include wildlife biologists, grazing/ranging specialists, a hotshot team and trail managers.

Warnack says he loves coming to work. His start in public service began in the Gila National Forest near Silver City, where he participated in trail construction while in college.

Living in a remote work center gave him the solitude he needed to formulate his love for the land.

“People care about public land,” says Warnack, and he takes his responsibilities seriously.

Power and gas lines, communication towers and grazing cattle require forest service management as well. Warnack works in partnership with those who hold land use permits. Deal-

ing with constant drought issues requires additional resources to maintain forest integrity. Fulfilling federal requirements are also a part of the balancing act Warnack assumes.

Another project, the Habitat Stamp Program (funded through state hunting fees) currently searches for existing springs, deals with water treatment, and maintains more than 30 trick tanks on forest service land. Tanks are used as reservoirs for rainwater, and assist wildlife by providing water in drought conditions.

Presenting along with Warnack at the commission meeting, Ranger Todd Rawlinson delivered history, current and future projects of HSP. “We can’t ever forget the members of the Smokey Bear Ranger District,” states Warnack.

“They aren’t just employees, they’re community members. We care about our community and our forest.”

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March 6, 2012

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Worthy visit

The Ruidoso Chapter 65, Order of the Eastern Star, will host Worthy Grand Matron Pamela Mayne and Worthy Grand Patron James Thomas, March 10, at the Ruidoso Family Masonic Building at 144 Nob Hill. Breakfast will be served at 9 a.m., with a $5 per plate charge. The chapter meeting will begin at 11 a.m.

For more information, call Charlotte Musgrave at 808-0839.

100 year celebration Past and present Girl Scouts are invited to celebrate 100 years of Girl Scouting, March 12, at 6:30 p.m. at the Community United Methodist Church Warehouse at 220 Junction Road in Ruidoso. Join them for cake, creation of a time capsule and a celebration of sisterhood and scouting.

DAR meeting

meditation and aromatheraphy finale. Room temperature is warm, so wear layered clothing and bring water. Mats and props are provided. Call Marianne Mohr at 575-802-3013 for more information.

Fiesta practice The 2012 Ruidoso School Fiesta practices are starting soon in advance of the annual May 5 performance. This year’s program is open to any grade level, but practices will be held in evenings and not during school hours.

Those interested in dancing should attend a meeting to be held tonight at 6:30 p.m. at the Ruidoso Senior Center. Parents are also encouraged to attend.

There is no cost for the program, but students will have to provide their own dress, shoes, hats, shirts and pants or rent them for a fee.

For more information, call Debbie Jo Almager at 505-660-6652 or Angie at 973-4037.

The Sierra Blanca Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will meet at the Ruidoso Public Library, March 14, Free transportation at 1 p.m. For more information, Free transportation is available call Jennifer at 258-3704. in Ruidoso for senior citizens aged 60 years and older. For Breastfeeding details or to request transporworkshop tation services, please call one Lincoln County Medical Center day in advance. This service offers breastfeeding workshops is provided Monday through and a support group for new and Friday for local transportation expecting mothers, with meet- only. Contact the Ruidoso Seings held every other Friday. nior Center at 257-4565.

The workshop and support group will be held from 10 a.m.- Disc golf food drive noon in the physical therapy The Ruidoso Disc Golf Club is center conference room, lo- hosting a “Frisbee for Food” cated at 213 Sudderth Drive. drive, this March 24 at the The workshops are free to par- Grindstone Disc Golf Course. ticipants. For more information, Cost to enter the event is $20 call the LCMC labor and delivery plus five cans of non-perishable manager at 257-8279. food. The goal is to raise 500 pounds of food.

Tax preparation Cash and prizes will be presentFree tax preparation and E-filing ed to the top 25 percent of playis offered at the Ruidoso Senior ers over 27 holes. Sign up is at Center to all middle and low- 9 a.m. and the tournament beincome individuals and families, gins at 10 a.m. Contact Duane with no age limitations. Small Slatton at 973-4413 to enter. business owners are also wel- The public is invited to watch comed. If your income is less that the competition. $22,000 per year, you may be eligible for a refund from the state. american Legion Post 79 – JeThe help is offered from volun- rome D. Klein Post, meets on the teer tax councilors and auxil- third Saturday of each month at iary personnel under the AARP the American Legion building Foundation, in cooperation located at the southeast corner with the Internal Revenue Ser- of Spring Road and Highway 70 vice. The free service is offered at 11 a.m. For more information, Thursday and Friday afternoons or to join, call Vic Currier, Post from 1-4 p.m. and Saturdays Adjutant, at 802-5293. from 9 a.m.-noon through April 14. the arid group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 1216 Low-cost yoga Mechem at 7:30 a.m., noon A low-cost community yoga and 5:15 p.m. daily; Thursdays class for beginners and inter- at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday and mediate students is held every Sunday at 7 p.m. There is also Friday from 5:30-7 p.m. at the a Monday 6:30 p.m. women’s Blue Lotus Healing Arts Center, open meeting and beginners 2810 Sudderth in room 207 and young peoples’ big book above Schlotzsky’s. The class study Fridays at 7 p.m. includes strength and flexibility postures, restorative poses, the Sunny Spirit group of

Alcoholics Anonymous meets Monday and Thursday at noon and Friday at 5:30 p.m., while the women’s group meets Wednesdays at noon in the parish hall of the Episcopal Church of the Holy Mount at 121 Mescalero Trail.

tion, call 257-2309.

al anon of ruidoso – for family members of alcoholics – meet at 1216 Mechem Dr. Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. For more information, call 258-8885.

the Kiwanis club of Ruidoso meets every Tuesday at noon at K-Bobs.

Firefighters for christ meet monthly at the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack Chapel at 7 p.m. This service is open to firefighters and their families. For more information, call 258-4682.

the Lincoln county garden club meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Otero altrusa club of ruidoso meets County Electric co-op, on Highat 5 p.m. on the third Tuesday way 48 in Alto, at 9:45 a.m. Visiof the month at First Christian tors are welcome. The Garden Church, 1211 Hull Road. Al- Club’s purpose is to encourage trusa International of Ruidoso community beautification and was established in 1970 and conservation, and to educate it’s long running Annual Low members in the arts and sciCost Mammogram Program ences of horticulture. For more was established in 1988. Some information, call 973-2890. of the organizations Altrusa supports are the local food the Lincoln county fibromybank, women’s shelter, humane algia and chronic pain support society and others. One of Al- group meets on the third Thurstrusa’s focus is on literacy, in day of each month from noon-1 that they provide scholarships p.m. in the parlor at First Baptist to men and women returning Church, 270 Country Club Dr. to college, books three times a For information, contact Mary year to the children in the local Barnett at 257-9810.

Head Start programs and donations to the Literacy Council. If the Lincoln county Sheriff ’s you think an organization like Posse is part of American WestAltrusa may be a good fit for ern history that continues toyour volunteer efforts, contact day. The Posse has evolved into membership chair Judy Griffin an all-volunteer community service organization. Horsemen at 937-5437. skills are encouraged, but not the carrizozo roadrunners required. chapter of the Lincoln County The Posse meets the first SunExtension Association meetings day of each month at 2 p.m. at are held on the third Thursday the headquarters located a mile of every month at 1 p.m. at the south of Carrizozo on Highway Otero County Electric Coopera- 54. For more information, visit tive community room on 12th www.lincolncountysheriffsposStreet in Carrizozo. Chapter se.org or call 575-512-7077. meetings are open to anyone interested. For more informa- the mescalero responsible tion, call Barbara VanGorder at gaming Program meetings 575-648-9805 or Doris Cherry at are held in Ruidoso the first and third Wednesday of every 354-2673. month at 5:45 p.m. in the Linthe Democratic Women of the coln Tower, 1096 Mechem Dr., Sacramento Mountain Area meet Suite 212. The gambling supthe third Saturday of each month port meetings offer education, at 11:30 a.m. For more informa- information and referrals, and everyone is welcome. For more tion, visit www.dwsma.org. information, call Shannon Dictthe Federated republican son at 575-464-7106.

Women of Lincoln County meet the fourth Monday of each optimist club meets at noon month at Cree Meadows Coun- every Wednesday at K-Bobs in try Club at 11:30 a.m. For more Ruidoso. information, call 257-4160 or the Photographic Society visit www.frw.rplcnm.org of Lincoln County – dedicated the Federated Woman’s club to the advancement of digital of ruidoso, supporting com- photography – meets the secmunity service organizations ond Thursday of each month at and providing scholarships, 7 p.m. in the Region IX offices meets Mondays at 11 a.m. at at 237 Service Road. Annual 116 S. Evergreen Dr. A pot luck dues are $15 per family which lunch at noon is followed by includes lectures and field trips.

Contact Leland Deford at 257bridge and other card games.

A special program is also pre- 8662 or Herb Brunnell at 258sented most months. The group 4003. and hosts Yoga Wednesdays.

For times or further informa- rotary club of Ruidoso meets

at Cree Meadows Country Club Cree Meadows Country Club. noon every Tuesday. ruidoso masonic Lodge No. ruidoso evening Lions club 73 meets first Monday of each meets each Tuesday at 7 p.m. at month, 7:30 p.m. If the first Monday is a national holiday, 106 S. Overlook. the meeting will be held on the ruidoso Home care and Hos- second Monday. Dinner is at pice, offers bereavement and 6:30 p.m. For more information, grief support groups for those call 575-442-2026. who have had losses in their lives. Two groups are available – Saa meets every Thursday from Tuesday from 5-6 p.m. or Friday 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Episcopal Church at the Holy Mountain at from noon to 1 p.m.

The focus of the groups is edu- 321 Mescalero Trail Road. For more cation about managing grief information, call 575-385-3396. and developing a network of support with others who have Women Helping Women, a experienced losses. There is no support group for domestic charge for the group, and it is violence victims and survivors, open to anyone in the com- meets Wednesday’s from 2-3 munity. The groups meet at p.m. at Sweet Charity, 26156 Ruidoso Home Health and Hos- Highway 70. The group offers pice, in the conference room, support, resource referral and at 592 Gavilan Canyon Rd. For information about children’s isquestions or directions, call Lyn sues and problems. There is no cost and bilingual services are Shuler at 258-0028. available. the ruidoso noon Lions meet If you have questions, please at 11:30 a.m. each Tuesday at call the nest at 378-6378.

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March 6, 2012

Loc al government Ruidoso Downs City Council Item

What it’s about

Boys and Girls Club of Sierra Blanca funding

Emergency hiring for Ruidoso Downs Police Department

Resignation of Councilor Dean Holman as Mayor Pro Tem

How they voted

Club director Tim Coughlin went before the council, asking for $15,000 to help cover a budgeting shortfall

The council tabled the funding until after municipal elections which could seat an entirely new council

Chief Doug Babcock recommended the emergency temporary hiring of dispatchers from the Ruidoso Police department to cover shifts in the wake of two recent vacancies on the force

Councilors voted unanimously to hire Caydee Swanner, Waylon Wilcox, Aaron Quintana, Debra Neal, Laya Reyes and Leigh Norris on a temporary basis

Holman offered his resignation in advance of municipal elections, in which Holman is running for mayor

No action needed

Lincoln County Commission Item

Funding options for Lincoln County Detention Center

Indigent Health Care/ Sole Community Provider claims

What it’s about Loan from state finance authority to build the center is set to mature in 2030, but the county may refinance at a lower rate and reduce the maturity. Two refinance options were available – keep paying NMFA the same amount annually and a lower interest rate reducing the date to 2026, or pay a lower amount each year with a maturity date of 2029 Approve or disappove recommended claims from IHC administrator – 72 IHC claims worth $32,500.91, 85 recommended Sole Community Provider claims worth $116,105.84

How they voted

The motion for the first option (with a maturity date of 2026) passed unanimously

Passed unanimously

Resolution 2011-31, granting support for continued funding of the Lincoln County Cooperative Extension Service, allowing it to maintain the agent position of extension home economist

Due to a 22 percent reduction in state funding for the extension service, the organization was forced to downsize its staff, resulting in the termination of 10 agent positions and five specialist positions, including the position in Lincoln County

Resolution 2011-29, approving state highway funding projects

Runding for repairs on roads used for school bus routes

Passed unanimously

Budget and ICIP preparation and schedule by county manager

A draft memorandum completed by the county manager to provide a recommended budget timeline and procedures

Passed unanimously

Approval for a late payment from the county to Lincoln County Partnership for Animal Welfare

The county failed to make a payment to the organization before the final quarter of the 2011 fiscal year for $2,500

Passed unanimously

Existing lease agreement between the county and New Horizons is set to expire. The new option would call for a four-year agreement between the two entities. In lieu of rent money, New Horizons would agree to pay for all operating costs at the building

Passed unanimously

Possible renewal of lease agreement with the New Horizons Developmental Center

Passed 4-1, with Kathryn Minter voting no

Carrizozo Town Council Item

What it’s about

Discussion on mayoral appointment of new trustee

Action on the recommendation of Wes Lindsay as trustee to fill the vacancy

Mayoral recommendations for new members of the planning and zoning committee

Action on appointments of Ronnie Beltran, Bill Sjodahl and Amanda Garcia to the committee

Mayoral recommendation of Steve Fortelny as chairman of the zoning committee

Due to the resignation of zoning board members in recent months, there is a committee chair vacancy.

Approval of a replacement storage shed at 310 Cedar Street for Ann Tmczak and Al Marshall

Owners of the residence wish to replace a dilapidated shed with a metal shed.

Approval of business registrations

New or existing businesses in town awaiting license approval

Approval of livestock permits

New or existing livestock permits, according to town zoning ordinances

Approval of moving the next three council meetings to Tuesdays

Trustee Yovanne Lucero asked for the scheduling change in order to accommodate her school schedule

How they voted Passed unanimously

Passed unanimously

Motion to not approve Fortelny as chairman was approved unanimously.

Passed unanimously

Passed unanimously

Tabled Passed unanimously

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Commissioner candidates to speak at meeting

By Jack Shuster

Karyl Williams and Preston Stone, Republican candidates for the Lincoln County Commission in the upcoming Primary election will speak to the Republican Party of Lincoln County on Monday, March 12 at Cree Meadows Country Club in Ruidoso. Each candidate will be afforded time to address party members and then will have the opportunity to answer questions from the floor, according to Jack Shuster, 1st Vice Chair of the Republican Party of Lincoln County.

The Republican Party of Lincoln County seeks to inform the electorate on issues of the day as well as political party activities and invites the concerned community to become involved. Party Chairman John Billingsley will brief members on the results of the Municipal Elections, what is happening in New Mexico’s United States Senate race, the New Mexico GOP Pre-Primary Convention on March 17, and upcoming events with the Republican Party of Lincoln County, the GOP of New Mexico and nationally. “We pledge to advance policies that promote greater liberty, wider opportunity, a robust defense, and national economic prosperity. We pledge to honor families, traditional marriage, life, and the private and faith-based organizations

that form the core of our American values,” Billingsley said, pointing out that the mission of the Republican Party is to effectively communicate conservative principles to the people of New Mexico.

The Republican Party works hard to represent the interests of Lincoln County Republicans and money raised through memberships helps to make sure that the best candidates make it to the ballot and get the support needed to win. Memberships in the Republican Party of Lincoln County will be available at the meeting.

The Republican Party of Lincoln County meets on the second Monday of each month. Upcoming speakers and events on the Lincoln County Republican calendar include District Attorney Candidates RoxeAnne Esquibel and Diana Martwick in April, New Mexico Senators and Senatorial candidates in May, the Lincoln County Flag Day Celebration in June and a Lincoln County Republican Central Committee meeting in July.

Dinner is set for 6 p.m. and the meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Cree Meadows Country Club in Ruidoso. To help with a head count for the optional $14-per-person dinner, contact Barbara Dickinson at 336-7822 by 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 10.

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Opinion

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Vote the bums out!

To the Editor: If you are a resident, drive a motor vehicle in New Mexico and have a suspended or revoked driver’s license, no insurance, no registration, numerous outstanding unpaid citations and fines; then read no further, this doesn’t apply to you. I just received my auto insurance renewal premium which increased by $64 annually. With having no accidents or fines for more than 37 years, I phoned my insurance company to inquire about the reason for the increase. I was told that every licensed and insured driver of a motor vehicle in New Mexico would see an increase in 2012 because New Mexico’s national insurance rating was so terrible due to uninsured motorists, amount of DWI’s and number of accidents with vehicle damage, serious injuries or deaths.

Who’s at fault, you ask? It’s the District Attorneys who plea bargain every case that comes to their desk and liberal magistrate judges who put most offenders on unsupervised probation. These are the reasons you read or hear about repeat offenders time after time committing crimes; then getting back in their vehicles and out on the streets. The NM governor has tried twice to repeal the law allowing illegal immigrants to obtain drivers licenses and twice she was shot down by liberal democrats in Santa Fe. This outrageous trend will continue until we vote in strong law and order public servants. Don’t forget to vote the bums out.

Donald W. Grab, Sr. Nogal

Keep the motorcycle rallies

To the Editor: I understand that one of the candidates running for city council wants to get rid of the “Golden Aspencade Motorcycle Rally.” Personally, I love the sound American-made motorcycles make, much more

Sena@state.nm.us before the Transportation Commission’s March 15 meeting.

Don Jugenheimer Alto

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than that I love the mega bucks it pours into our community. I bought my 1940 Harley in 1968, I was 19 years old. I attended the first rally held here and rode up from El Paso on some 12 occasions. We would camp on Cedar Creek, the locals treated us very nicely and we always had a great time. I can truthfully say that riding that bike up to this beautiful mountain resort is one of the reasons why I moved here when I retired. We should thank folks like Ron and Jill Andrews for working so hard over the years to develop such a successful event that benefits our village and Lincoln County in so many ways.

As for that fellow running for city council I wouldn’t trust him with a dime of my money and wouldn’t vote for him even if he was my brother.

David Leo Milchen, community service volunteer; Sheriff’s Posse President 2 years; Hospice Foundation President 3rd year; Ruidoso Shrine Club President 2nd year

Neglected streets

To the Editor: Sudderth Drive in Ruidoso is in terrible condition: dips, uneven lane heights, poor lane markings, potholes, humps.

Because it is a state highway, NM 48, NMDOT should take responsibility. For the coming year, NMDOT is proposing to fix the sidewalks along Sudderth but not the street itself. If you wish to share your opinion, send an e-mail to Rebecca.

Civility

GUEST COLUMN

ode to ruidoso’s feral cats

Doggerel for Cats

His fingers roamed my body free; I’d fallen in his trap.

By Russ Vaughn

Around Cree Meadow’s grounds I roamed, So feral and so free.

Until I wandered to this home, Where they took note of me.

A hungry boy I took the bait, Food placed outside the door; A daily meal without a wait, I had to hunt no more.

The big man came and spoke to me, He scared me at the start; But talked to me of what could be, I sensed good in his heart.

Then one day trust came quick to me; I climbed upon his lap.

Friends we were and friends we are, And friends we’ll always be.

I cast my fate out foolish far, And my cast brought love to me.

A Lucky Boy no doubt I’ve been; My courage changed my state.

Welcome arms then pulled me in; Good fortune’s been my fate.

Observe, Mark Doth, my brothers; Feral sisters running free; I was just like all those others, What shame they’re all not me.

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To the Editor, Regarding the editorial in the Ruidoso Free Press titled “Lead or get out of the way,” clearly, Mrs. Bronaugh has a personal agenda here. Her lack of accuracy suggests that she has overreacted and failed to do any due diligence in her response. First of all, I said I was a Chamber VP, not the current VP. Secondly, she needs to understand that Mark Doth ran unopposed... that’s called election by acclamation. Thirdly, her understanding of higher education institutions is out of step with today’s reality. Fully credited colleges built Prescott, Ariz. and can do the same here. I do agree that taxpayers should not have to fund economic development for private firms, but that is the paradigm and to ignore it is to fall farther behind the competing communities who do offer incentives. For the record, neither of the ED organizations I worked with used taxpayer funds. They were both funded privately.

As to my voting record, Mrs. Bronaugh once again has allowed her personal agenda to cloud common sense. How does she know if I voted? I have not missed a vote in my entire adult life. In addition, I ran for Village Council four years ago, losing to my friend Don Williams by 9 votes.

I have served on dozens of committees, charity boards, community organizations and Government appointed boards in the ten years I have lived in Ruidoso. What have you done for the community? This type of vile discourse is what’s wrong with the country today. As a Tea Party supporter I would suggest we keep our minds open to dissent at all levels.

Chuck Duncan Ruidoso

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To the Editor: What has happened to civility? The recent tirade of Rush Limbaugh calling Sandra Fluke a “slut” and “prostitute” was in extremely poor taste. Why can’t we disagree in a civilized manner? This tirade

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is violence with words. When there are shootings like the one that recently happened in Ohio, everyone asks why. Bullying in schools is brought up and bullying is considered one of the biggest problems in schools today. Why is it never mentioned that what happens in schools is a reflection of what is happens in society? Adults in our society like Rush Limbaugh model violence for children. The scary part is the number of people in society who think what Rush Limbaugh did is okay. I’m not speaking about the disagreement but the failure to disagree in a civil manner. What Rush Limbaugh did was bullying.

How are children to learn to behave in a peaceful, civil manner if we as adults fail to be peaceful, civil role models?

There are many right-wing Christians who support Limbaugh’s behavior. Though I am not right wing, I do call myself a Christian. But the Christ I believe in is loving. The Christ I believe in would not approve of such behavior. The Christ I believe in loves unconditionally. He would not disagree by bullying someone.

R. Mark DeMoss began the CivilityProject.org. in an effort to promote civility nationwide. The project was build around a 32-word Civility Pledge: 1. I will be civil in my public discourse and behavior.

2. I will be respectful of others whether or not I agree with them.

3. I will stand against incivility when I see it.

Letters were sent to every member of Congress and sitting governor. Only one senator and two representatives were willing to make this pledge.

In a recent AARP Bulletin, Sara Hacala, author of Saving Civility and certified etiquette and protocol consultant, stated, “…the financial costs of incivility are astronomical—impacting our homes and relationships, schools, economy, health care and government.” She further states civility is the “glue that binds our society.

It can be the difference between life and death…Reversing the current course of incivility is a challenge for our times.” As adults, we must be up to this challenge if we are to change this current trend.

Susan Finch Ruidoso

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these are a few of my favorite bills In celebration of yet and thank every smoker. another session of the Their purchase and habit state Legislature coming could have given our to a close, I’d like to ofcommunities 0.83 percent fer my two cents about a of the revenues from the few of the bills that took cigarette tax. Granted it’s our elected officials’ time a tiny amount, but these and presence and our tax days money is money. dollars.

Former Gov. Bill RichThere are a bunch of ardson 86’d (it means to bills, friends. There are get rid of something) that bills for just about everyone back in 2005, and thing. Webster defines Cook has now tried twice bill as a draft of a law. to bring those smokin’ It also lists bill as the dollars back home.

Sue Hutchison bony structure of a bird’s Although it passed suehutch@valornet.com jaw. While I’m grateful the House Health and for those who work in Santa Fe on my Government Affairs Committee, this behalf, I do think there are moments bill died before it could be discussed by when a bird’s mouth might be the better the Revenue and Taxation Committee. choice of definition.

Nonetheless, keep buying cigs, Lincoln Here are three of my favorites from County. I’d also make sure you have a the recent list: current will.

House Bill 35 – This requires Senate Bill 131 – This would authoagendas for all public meetings subject rize money from the law enforcement to the notice provision of the Open fund to be used to purchase protective Meetings Act to be made available at vests for police dogs. Another fantastic least 72 hours rather than 24 hours as last line: “The language is vague about currently required. I picked this one for how the fund will be used for police the following line: Does not apply to dogs.” But that vagueness didn’t stop emergency matters that may arise due obvious dog lover Sen. Howie Morales, to unforeseen circumstances, nor does it a Democrat from Silver City, from sponaffect the 10 existing exceptions in the soring it. This bill funds vests for police act for personnel and other confidential dogs. Awesome! Somebody’s got to pay hearings. for canine personal protection.

I’m going to assume that those proAlas, the bill died before it could be crastinators who may work in the office discussed in the Senate Committee on that actually type agendas will definitely Committees. And Jane Q. Public might plan an emergency matter each time ask right here: Is there truly a committhey need to post one. I know I would. tee which studies committees? A savvy HB 35 passed the House 57-9 and friend of mine tried to explain what this was approved by two committees in the committee does and I’m still not certain Senate. However, the measure was never what it accomplishes, but there’s a combrought up for debate by the full Senate. mittee chair, Sen. Tim Jennings, who House Bill 75 – The piece of oversees 10 committee members. legislation establishes the creation of a I’ve told several of my friends that county and municipality recreation fund if they ever hear words from my mouth through a statewide cigarette tax. Kudos indicating the slightest interest in a to Rep. Zach Cook, who sponsored this personal run for public office, they need bill. The next time we all see the yellow to shoot me. smoker’s bus parked on Sudderth drive Sue Hutchison, laying low and off the during the height of fire season, each political radar, may be reached at sueand every one of us should suck in a hutch@valornet.com deep breath, stick our heads in the bus

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the nest honors Heroes with Heart

The legacy of heroes is the memory of a great name and the inheritance of a great example.

— Benjamin Disraeli

Help End Abuse for Life (HEAL) and the Nest Domestic Violence Shelter began the Heroes with Heart program in 2010 as a means of celebrating local heroes who have shown exceptional and unselfish caring for others. It awards local heroes who perform extraordinary acts of kindness and philanthropy and who significantly impact the lives of others in a positive way. These acts of heroism must have occurred in Lincoln County, on neighboring Mescalero Apache tribal land or involved a Lincoln County citizen.

HEAL believes it is important to honor those quiet souls in our community who go above and beyond the call of duty, who care for and assist those in need. The Heroes with Heart program was started as a way to give back to the community, in appreciation of all that is done in support of the Nest and the women and children who live at the shelter as they rebuild their lives from the devastation of domestic violence.

The 2012 Heroes with Heart program involves several different youth, who will explain to us why it is important for them to have Heroes they can look up to and emulate.

There is an art display about Heroes,

created by students from Sierra Vista Primary School and Nob Hill Early Childhood Center.

Ruidoso Middle School Student Council spoke at the ceremony this year, describing how Heroes have impacted their lives.

The Nest: Lincoln County’s first and only shelter for survivors of domestic violence

In 2005, stakeholders from Ruidoso and Mescalero came together to form Help End Abuse for Life (HEAL), the nonprofit organization formed to create the county’s first domestic violence shelter for women and children.

The charter Board of Directors consisted of community leaders who were appalled to know Lincoln County had recently been identified as having the highest rate of domestic violence per capita in the state. As the group struggled to understand why that was so, they launched into action to provide a resource for those seeking safe refuge and shelter.

That place came to be known as the Nest Domestic Violence Shelter. Since the economic downturn in 2008, the shelter has remained at or near capacity.

According to HEAL Executive Director Coleen Widell, “We serve over 300 women and children each year at the shelter, which is further testimony of the need.”

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terry thompson was honored with the Hero with Heart award Sunday at mountain annie’s during the nest’s third annual Honor Heroes with Heart awards gala. thompson was recognized with 12 other local heroes for her tireless advocacy for the nest.

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county extension services dwindling

By Sue Hutchison reporter suehutch@valornet.com Need to know what kind of bug is eating your lettuce before it has a chance to grow? Want to know how to save on your electric bill? How about a healthy choice for dinner tonight and all for free? Agents Pete Gnatkowski and Marsha Palmer, currently assist with services provided by the Lincoln County Extension Co-op. The possibly exists the services may not be around much longer.

Lincoln County Extension provides research-based community, agriculture, and home economic information to residents as a service of New Mexico State University in Las Cruces. A Land-Grant school, NMSU was founded in 1888 in part to assist settlers, and the county’s office has been operational since 1917. Funding cut-backs are affecting staffing and Lincoln County stands to lose an agent. There are only two at this point. “In the past three years, we’ve lost a lot of state funding,” says Gnatkowski.

“We offer lots of services and information we can give to county residents that they may not find anywhere else.” Gnatkowski and Palmer work with youth, community and agricultural groups, uniquely tailoring information to match Lincoln County needs. Available curricula

cover literally hundreds of topics.

Gnatkowski spoke at February’s county commission meeting to bring awareness to this issue. In years past, funding has been provided with the formula of one third federal, one third state and the final third county. Losing an agent may mean significant cutbacks in available services. The current resource list is long: climate studies, soil enrichment and conservation, efficiency, nature awareness and environmental concerns, health and nutrition, volunteerism, and youth enrichment programs like 4H all come under the Extension umbrella. Any of these areas or several others may need to be cut.

Lincoln County’s growth supports the need for at least two agents. Smaller counties have more. According to Extension administration, keeping the local Extension office going will mean shifting responsibilities and cutting back on employee hours. It also indicates current services will need to be cut back. Charlie Siepel, one of three district department heads, admitted to the commission he is filing for early retirement to try and not lose any more positions.

Statewide, according to Gnatkowski, 10 agent positions will be terminated, and not refilled. In addition, specialist positions will remain vacant, which means

information resourcing will be lost.

Youth programs are a focal function of the Extension. Gnatkowski and Palmer spend almost 60 percent of their time working with youth. In addition, Palmer initiated and leads an all-age health and fitness awareness group each Tuesday and Thursday in Carrizozo. Helping small businesses survive is another function of the Extension. Enjoying their assistance, the Capitan Farmer’s Market benefitted from Gnatkowski’s help.

Commissioner Eileen Sedillo remarked that she’s “definitely in support of this,” while Commissioner Jackie Powell said “I want to help support this program, but I’m not sure the county’s financial help is the only option.”

Commissioner Kathryn Minter, when presented with possible cutbacks in the area of home economics remarked that anyone could pull recipes off the Internet and that the county can’t make up the difference in shortfall.

“We need to question everything.”

Specific cutback changes remain to be seen. For now, Lincoln County residents still have a wealth of information available at the extension office. For more information, call the extension office at: 575 648-2311. To voice support of county Extension services, email the President’s office of New Mexico State University at president@nmsu.edu.

Downs withholds funds, but Boys and girls club is open

By Todd Fuqua reporter todd@ruidosofreepress.com Ruidoso now has a Boys and Girls Club, but the fundraising continues.

Tim Coughlin, executive director of the B&G Club of Sierra Blanca, recently went before the Ruidoso Downs City Council requesting $15,000 to help cover a $38,000-plus shortfall in the budget, but the council voted to postpone any decision 

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on the request until after today’s municipal elections. This occurred in spite of the fact that the Village of Ruidoso pledged $10,000 to the organization during the regular monthly council meeting Feb. 28.

Still, Coughlin wasn’t upset, and understood the city council’s concerns. “You never know what’s going to happen with a city council, and I respect their decision to do that,” Coughlin said during the club’s grand opening Saturday. “There are times when government agencies make a decision on the way out, and spend unwisely.

They’re letting the new councilors coming in to make that decision.

At the Feb. 27 Downs council meeting, Coughlin told the council the club would be open, whether the city approved funding or not. “We may not be able to provide all the services we want right now, but we will be open,” Coughlin said.

Among the concerns raised by the council was the state’s anti-donation clause, which city attorney John Underwood stated was meant to keep government out of private business. However, he also took into account that Ruidoso has already pledged funds and has spoken to village attorney Dan Bryant on what it takes to draft the funding agreement.

Underwood also suggested Ruidoso Downs provide 25 percent of what Ruidoso has pledged, to reflect the number of kids coming from Ruidoso Downs into the school district. Coughlin pointed out that the funding should actually be 50 percent, as another 25 percent of students come from the county.

Councilor Dean Holman pointed out the Rocks amateur boxing club at the Ruidoso Downs Baptist Church, stating it provides some of the same services as the

Boys and Girls Club.

“I would suggest the council factor that in if we decide to contribute,” Holman said. “Some of this money should go to a local club that is really affecting a lot of youth.”

Holman was also skeptical of the $10 membership fee, which he states could keep a lot of youth away. All the questioning prompted councilor Tommy Williams to suggesting postponing the decision until after the election – both to give the new council a clean slate on the question and to give Underwood time to put together a comprehensive contract with the club.

“We’re open. There’s a problem in the community and we have to address that problem,” Coughlin said. “We may have to cut some of our budget even further, but we’re open.”

Leadership Lincoln Leaders of the Week Paul Van Gulick

I was Born May 3, 1955 at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington D.C. where, incidentally, there were a lot of monkeys solving mazes and whatnot. I don’t remember if I solved any.

I spent my formative years in Delaware which is very small. About two and one-half Delawares would fit neatly into one Lincoln County - and I only lived in one tiny part of Delaware. Some time passed, and in my mid-thirties I retired from whatever it was that I was doing and rode a bicycle from Tampa, Fla. to Eugene Ore. Along the way I phoned semi-weekly travel notes to an answering service that friends could call and listen to - kind of a pre-internet proto-blog. I called it the “Sojourner News - All the News that’s Mostly True”.

More time passed, I got back to work, it’s all a blur - but I eventually arrived here, married, and now we’re living happily together on four acres of land on the river in Ruidoso Downs, my town of choice.

Rebecca and I get to participate in a fun community garden just two doors down, and sometimes I get to play guitar and mandolin with a buddy from the garden - we call Paul van gulick ourselves

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Minerva Davalos

I was born in Ruidoso, raised three children as single parent and am an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Capitan.

I began law enforcement career in 1990 and retired in December 2010 as the first female deputy to retire from Lincoln County Sheriff ’s Office. I am also a candidate for Lincoln County Sheriff.

My volunteer accomplishments include; working with kids as a two-year board member for the Lincoln County Rodeo Club. The rodeo club has participants ranging from 2 years to 19 years of age.

I currently serve as Vice President of the Lincoln County Sheriff ’s Posse.

The goal of the Sheriff ’s Posse is to raise money for scholarships awarded to local graduates to continue their studies.

I am also a member of the Sierra Blanca Disaster Response Team, a support group that responds to emergency incidents. This team supports the critical incident emergency responders with hydration, snacks and meals during critical hours of an emergency. I currently attend ENMUminerva Davalos Ruidoso

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Ask an entrepreneur –

taking responsibility

Today launches regular installments from “Entrepreneur 101, Inspiration and Plain Business Advice: Think and Act Like an Entrepreneur and See How They Treat You,” offering practical advice from my book based on years of trial and error as an entrepreneur in corporate America. For me, a path to success started by taking responsibility for everything. I learned in the worst of times, I was still free to create goodness, to take action and to choose my attitude. Armed with these basics, it was easier to overcome obstacles. While in today’s world, a happy personal life and fulfilled feeling at the workplace — can be mutually exclusive — with some adjustment, we can find more meaning and a better quality of life right at our place of work.

• You are responsible for your own happiness • Be clear about your priorities in life • Smile

• Remember names • Be courteous • Have clean nails If you’ve ever wondered whether you have the right stuff for starting a business, take this test at www. nmsbdc.org/pdf/003-Entrepreneur-Test.pdf prepared

by Sharon Boone and Lisa Aplin of the University of Mobile, found on the NM Small Business Development Center website. By taking the test you’ll find out what kind of entrepreneur you would make. With the top score at 140, I squeezed in at 126 for a score of “very strong”. Good thing too, as I am sure my boss would expect no less!

In other community news, Girl Scouts are celebrating their 100 year anniversary and coincidently, two local members, Brinna and Montana’s birthdays also fall on the same date! Congratulations to our young

lady leaders of the future! Look in Community Events for the invitation to the 100 Year Celebration and support “Girl Scouts Where Girls Grow Strong”.

Marianne Mohr

Business editor marianne@ruidosofreepress.com

Marianne Mohr is a retired investor and business consultant from Southern California and currently Multi-Media Program Manager at MTD Media.

Reach her at (575) 937-4015 or marianne@ruidosofreepress.com.

B U S I N E S S buzz February Champion of Service

The Wednesday Business Buzz at 9 a.m., on 1490AM and 105.1, is abuzz with Steve Duffy Consulting about grant writing and event planning; some of our favorite restaurants — Casa Blanca, Landlocked and Rickshaw; and a fabulous local contractor, AspenLeaf. We do business with those we know, so get to know our local businesses!

Rotary Club donates to OATH

Photo courtesy of Becky Brooks RVCC

Lisa morales, 201213 president elect of the ruidoso rotary club and general manager of mtD media, presents a $1,000 check to the organization against trafficking Humans (oatH) during a recent business after hours event hosted by the ruidoso valley chamber of commerce at the Swiss grill.

Photo courtesy of Linda McKinley, Ruidoso Valley Greeters

the ruidoso valley greeters announced Betty miranda as February’s champion of Service. miranda is an employee of Lawrence Brothers and goes beyond her job to help shoppers who need a helping hand. gary Henry nominated her as she helped him shop and put the groceries in his car on a day when he was not feeling up to par. She has done this for many shoppers. this help along with her smile invites people back into the store. the management of Lawrence Brothers presented her with a lovely bouquet of flowers.

Supporting local business Elizabeth was happy Last Monday I to work with me found myself with on a price that was a lengthy to do list. affordable and I was This list included able to purchase a purchasing a new box for each child to bed, replacing the take home with them bar stools in my after class to prekitchen, upgradpare a meal for their ing my cell phone, families. ordering supplies for an upcoming class I After that, I would be teaching, stopped at the locally and fixing my heater. owned Radio Shack What seemed like an to upgrade my phone overwhelming day of and was given red Angie Fernandez errands actually becarpet treatment.

Veggie.gurl09@gmail.com came a very pleasant Owner James Steexperience with my phens took the time neighbors and local business owners. to make sure my selections were right for my needs, not worrying about how My first stop was Fox Creek much profit he might make. He even Furniture to look for a bed. I was a offered his time to help me set up an little apprehensive at first; thinking they might be too expensive, but what iTunes account which was beneficial in the selection I made. The last store I found is they are reasonably priced.

I made a similar type purchase at just When I walked in, I was happily gave me my phone and my box and greeted by owner Mark Waldrop who sent me on my way. What incredible cheerfully assisted me in making my customer service I received from the selection. Employee RueLynn Maxfolks at Radio Shack. well assisted me with the paperwork I then raced home to meet the and staff member Al Busy was very guys from Herrera Plumbing, as they helpful in scheduling a convenient came to have a look at my heater. After delivery time. It just so happened that a quick examination, they were able my husband had a gift certificate that was generously donated by Fox Creek to pinpoint the problem as being as simple as a switch of a button. When to one of our local organizations as I asked what the charge would be, I a fundraiser which was beneficial was told there would not be a charge. in saving me some money. As the I offered to buy them lunch for their delivery truck pulled into my driveway right on time, I found the delivery time and they refused any offering of my money. personnel were courteous and profesI am very blessed to live in the sional as well. wonderful community of Lincoln In search of the bar stools, I County, not only for the natural beauty popped into Mountain Home Furthat surrounds me, but for the beauty nishings for a look. Although I did in all of its residents. An important not make any purchases, I did enjoy thing for us to remember in this tough looking at the beautiful antiques and different furnishings along with having economy is that there may not be much we can do about our global a wonderful conversation with owner economy, we can certainly do someJim Bauer. thing about our local economy and My next stop included a visit to that is supporting our local businesses. the Wild Herb Market. While I was Before we opt to order things from there, I was able to speak with busithe internet, or head to the nearest city ness owner Elizabeth Byers about a for a slightly “bigger” bargain, let us cooking class I am teaching in Mescalero and told her I was interested in remember to support our neighbors as they often support us right back. purchasing several boxes of Quinoa.

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Sikes construction –

Attention to unique and original craftsmanship

By Eugene Heathman editor eugene@ruidosofreepress.com Jay Sikes, owner of Sikes Construction brings a distinctive yet personal touch to each one of the home remodeling projects he undertakes. For the past eight years, Jay has learned to listen to the needs of the clients and turn their vision into a reality. Jay demonstrates a keen skill in developing what are very personal spaces in a home, kitchens and bathrooms.

The hand crafted workmanship gives each project its own elegant sense of character. Sikes Creative Construction is dedicated to quality.

“I personally manage every part of your job, including plan design and construction. An emphasis is placed on creating a one of a kind project, every time,” Sikes said.

As a small business and a licensed contractor each client has Jay’s undivided attention. “I am proud to be located in the Lincoln County area and serving New Mexico,” Sikes said.

Sikes Creative Construction pro-

vides a variety of specialty construction services including; Remodeling, complete renovations, deck repair, design and installation, new construction, handy man services, and now, with the creative talents of his wife; Sikes Creative Construction has introduced DIY consulting services with elegant and professional decorative and faux finish painting.

By taking an artistic approach to home remodeling, Sikes stands apart from the rest of the crowd. His diverse skill set and ability to adapt different techniques make Sikes Creative Construction projects the heart of every home. “There are some lovely homes in the county that I would just love to work on. It really makes me happy to give my clients the highest level quality and service, what we build in homes creates memories for a lifetime,” Sikes said.

Sikes Creative Construction is licensed and insured, NM Lic # 372188. Jay Sikes can be reached at 575-937-9598 and at www.sccbuilders.net

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Education

By Corey Bard

“March” is the Pulitzer Prize winning novel of Geraldine Brooks that creates an entire story line based on Louis May Alcott’s absent character, the husband Mr. March, away at war in “Little Women.” The story traces March’s life as he meets each of the other characters. March as peddler; March as husband; March going to war; March as a teacher. The narration of the book begins from March’s point of view, but half way through, Brooks switches to March’s wife telling the story. The technique is successful in defining husband, wife, and the marriage. The setting of the book before and during the American Civil War, in Boston, in Virginia, and Washington D.C. show the differences of life in the north and south. It raises issues of the day such as why slavery was not the reason for the war until after the Emancipation Proclamation.

The book clearly shows that most northerners were not abolitionists and were not calling for an end to slavery. Remember this is a historical novel: Brooks has March meet with John Brown at Harper’s Ferry. March also socializes with the Emerson and Thoreau families.

Geraldine Brooks wrote the book for the reader to understand the role of men, women, and slaves. It shows the mobility of people. During the war soldiers were traveling, but the socialites of Washington D.C. took carriages to the battle of First Manasas (Bull Run) to witness what was believed would be a short war. Mobility was also a factor in regards to social hierarchy in both the north and south. Education was available to the privileged, but it is noteworthy that at different times and different places in the south slaves were and were not encouraged to learn to read. Brooks does not ignore the harsh reality of how hard life was for the slave before and after the war as well as how hard life was for anyone working physical labor.

The Civil War tore the country apart and historians frequently note the South’s superiority in military leadership. Lesser known is that the richest counties in the U.S. were all in the south and the export of cotton was a larger percentage of the U.S. GNP than the contribution of the growing industrial cities in the north. Also, most farming was not on huge plantations and most southerners did not own slaves. Regardless, race would divide the country in the north and south even after the war and after the 13th and 14th amendments leading to the Civil Rights movements in the 1960’s.

2011 saw the release of another Geraldine Brooks’ book, “Caleb’s Crossing.” It takes place in Martha’s Vineyard in the 1600’s. It too deals with American society, education, a woman’s role in colonial America, but its central character, Caleb, is a Native American, tutored by a minister and his family, who becomes the first Native American to enter Harvard. Caleb is forced to reconcile leaving his family and traditions and enter the world of the people who encroached on his world. It is an interesting twist on assimilation.

It begins as a friendship between the daughter of the minister and Caleb, and then addresses her subordinate role because she is female while Caleb is encouraged to advance in colonial Massachusetts.

Both “March” and “Caleb’s Crossing” are very well crafted historical novels to be added to your reading list.

girl Scouts celebrate 100 years

By Marianne Mohr Business editor marianne@ruidosofreepress.com A wonderful antidote for many of the challenges we see with our youth today is the camaraderie and purposeful activities of the Girl Scouts organization.

The motto “Where Girls Grow Strong” reinforces what we know is so important to all children, nurturing, passing on skills and providing a place of encouragement. From the Girl Scout site at www. gsdsw.org: “Girl Scouts of the USA is the world’s preeminent organization dedicated solely to girls – all girls – where, in an accepting and nurturing environment, girls build character and skills for success in the real world. In partnership with committed adults, girls develop qualities that will serve them all their lives, like leadership, strong values, social conscience and conviction about their own potential and self-worth”. Wow, “grown girls” could use an organization with these values too! But local girls in Ruidoso do more than learn skills; they choose volunteer programs to

This week in Lincoln County History Courtesy of Gary Cozzens, President, Lincoln County Historical Society march 1, 1868 Detachments established on Hondo River 55 miles east of the Fort, at the junction of the Ruidoso and Bonito Rivers and at Nesmith’s Mill near Ruidoso. march 1, 1877 Col. John M. Isaacs badly burned at Fort Stanton march 2, 1881 Billy the Kid writes fourth letter to Governor Lew Wallace requesting a meeting march 3, 1832 Emil Fritz born in Eglosheim, Germany march 3, 1875 Susan and Alexander McSween arrive in Lincoln march 4, 1881 Billy the Kid writes to Governor Lew Wallace. march 6, 1853 John Tunstall born in London, England march 6, 1878 Regulators capture Morton and Baker. march 6, 1879 Lew Wallace arrives at Lincoln. Dolan, Evans, Bonney, Campbell and Wallace arrested and taken to Fort Stanton. march 7, 1879 Dudley suspended of command. Capt. Carroll takes command of Fort Stanton. march 7, 1935 Senior Surgeon Haterick visits post to condemn unserviceable property. march 8, 1839 2nd Lieutenant Henry W. Smith, Company H, 3rd Cavalry dies and is buried in the Fort Stanton Cemetery. march 9, 1878 Morton, Baker and William MCloskey killed at Auga Negra. march 10, 1879 Fort Stanton troops sent to prevent rustling of cattle and to retrieve stolen cattle. march 12, 1872 William Dayton appointed Post Sutler.

benefit the community including participation with the local Food Bank, Humane Society and the Care to Share Program where funds raised by the girls are used to send cookies to military service personnel overseas. A local troop recently had a military serviceman stop by their cookie sale booth to give big thanks, as he warmly recalled receiving the cookies while overseas.

On March 12, 1912, founder Juliette Gordon Low organized the first group of Girl Scouts in Savannah Georgia. Since then, through membership in the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts, GSUSA is a part of a worldwide family of ten million girls and adults spanning 145 countries.

The Girl Scout Law states: I will do my best to be Honest and fair, Friendly and helpful, Considerate and caring, Courageous and strong, and Responsible for what I say and do,

And to Respect myself and others, Respect authority, Use resources wisely, Make the world a better place, and Be a sister to every Girl Scout.

Other Ruidoso community activities of the Girl Scouts include: “Littlest Girl Scout” where each year on March 12 the first girl born in the county receives a gift; and “Day Campus” open to all girls whether a scout or not.

A celebration with our local troops will accompany the 100 Year Anniversary event held at the Community United Methodist Church Warehouse, 220 Junction Road on March 12 at 6:30 p.m. Join the girls and their supporters for cake, creation of time capsule and sisterhood.

‘Playwright’s nights’ on tap Friday and Saturday

By Georgene Inks Drama teacher/rHS & rmS The Ruidoso High School Red Feather Theater Company is once again set to entertain the community with a series of student-produced plays that run the gamut from serious to funny.

Playwright’s Nights has become an annual tradition and is a completely student-centered performance venue designed to focus on original plays by written and directed by RHS students. The four plays that will be featured during the two-night program were written as part of their first semester final.

Friday night, two plays dealing with serious subject matter are on tap: “Broken Wings” (written by RHS senior Mercedes

Espinoza and directed by RHS junior Tyler McKinley) and “The Grey Rose” (written by RHS senior Candace Christopher and directed by RHS sophomore Tommy Salas).

Saturday will feature “Grey World” (written by RHS senior Meagan Meyer and directed by Meyer and Luciana Schiavone) and “My Aladdin” (written

by RHS junior Jennah Castleman and directed by RHS sophomore Kayleen Schenk). Both plays are guaranteed to tickle your funny bone.

Tickets are $5 for each night and are available at the door or can be purchased in advance at Can’t Stop Smokin’ and the Ruidoso Chamber of Commerce. For more information, see page 17.

Youth of the Week Jayda Silva is a junior class president at Capitan High School and was a member of the volleyball team.

Jayda Silva

She is outgoing and known by many in her community. “My favorite thing to do is hang out with my family” said Silva. “I have a five-yearold brother; he’s the apple of my eye.”

She and her classmates will be setting up for prom and fundraising. “We want to find a venue for this year’s

prom that is elegant” said Silva.

Silva has a big appetite and enjoys eating.

“I would like to see an invention where you press a button and food pops out like the Jetson’s cartoon,” said Silva. “I also like the hair machine. You put it on your head and your hair is done in seconds.”

For more information about “Youth of the Week” contact Lisa Morales at 575-258-9922 or lisa@ruidosofreepress.com.

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Building tomorrow’s leaders, Youth Leadership Lincoln

By Susan Ancker Weir

Youth Leadership Lincoln began in December of 2009 at Ruidoso Middle School. Last fall it was implemented in all schools in Lincoln County. As part of the leadership program for eighth graders, students meet with the principal or other school leader to present their ideas for changes they would like to see in their school. In late January and February students completed the activity.

On March 1 at 10:30 a.m., at the ENMU White Mountain Annex, Youth Leadership Lincoln students from the entire county gathered to interview community leaders. There were approximately 75 students. Following the interviews, lunch and a graduation ceremony was held for YLL students.

The following are observations from volunteers in the Youth Leadership Lincoln Program: Susan Finch, Carol Howard, Dennis Dunnam, and Susan Weir Ancker.

In Carrizozo, all eighth graders participated in the Youth Leadership Lincoln program. The students were unable to meet with the principal, so they met with Mr. Porter Cutrell, head of technology and administration intern. Prior to Cutrell coming in, they were a little rowdy.

When he came in, there were a few stuttered welcomes, and then students made their requests and spoke their opinions respectfully, clearly, and concisely. Mr. Cutrell picked up on their respect and sincerity and encouraged them to dialogue. Dennis Dunnum, a Youth Leadership Lincoln volunteer, stated that observing the activity was a “heart-elevating” experience. He stated that all evidence pointed toward Mr.Cutrell having heard them and considering he promised doing something about what they asked. He will pass on their vision to Mrs. Patti Nesbit the principal in Carrizozo. Most of what students asked were actually things they wanted to volunteer to do to help improve the school. Finally their vision was to combine the interests of the sports enthusiast and the arts aficionado in a summer project.

Capitan students were hand-picked by Principal Mr. Jarrett Perry for the Leadership program. It was a small but willing group who set forward some goals to challenge their peers and the school in general. They were concerned about making a plan for the fair use of technology in the classroom, they felt that their education could be helped by monitored use of technology and

outlined a plan for student responsibility in the care of technology. Next they talked about challenging all levels of the student body. Particularly, the students were interested in algebra and college credit when they enter high school. Mr. Perry seriously addressed the problem of multiple level math classes that do not challenge the top students.

In early February Youth Leadership volunteers arrived in Corona to meet with the eighth grade class and their Principal, Mr. Rick Cogdill. Over the last couple of months the students had chosen two main spokespersons and intertwined two scripts to which they all had contributed. Their concerns ranged from poor sports equipment, to larger portions of food, and finally to a desire for reference books or folders for math. After welcoming and thanking Mr. Cogdill, the student progressed through their concerns and almost every student spoke on the various subjects. Though in the beginning the scripts broke the ice, so to speak, quickly a dialogue between the students and the principal followed. He was impressed with their concern and willingness to be a part of the solutions. At the close of the interview Mr. Cogdill promised to address all suggestions in a timely fashion. The students were especially concerned about nutrition on game days. Mr. Cogdill agreed with that issue as well as a need for practice basketballs with bounce. He promised to meet with the math teacher that week to talk about take home instructions for homework assignments. All in all everyone was pleased and the experience was considered successful.

Hondo students, last but by no means least, did a nice job of expressing their visions for their school to Mrs. Andrea Nieto, superintendent. Again two students welcomed Mrs. Nieto and introduced the three wishes to better their school. Amazingly every issue was one that was being addressed and the board of education was aware and working on these particular issues. One volunteer, Mrs. Coda Omness, stated, “My goodness you are all on the same page.” Hondo students thanked Mrs. Nieto for the Leadership Program that they said they enjoyed. They also, wanted more educationally based activities like Youth Leadership and educational fieldtrips.

Mrs. Nieto explained that some “trips” were already being considered through a program of bringing world trips to the classroom by means of technology. Students also

wanted bigger portions of food, especially on game days.

In addition, of prime importance to them, was the issue of the sports and playground areas needing expansion.

In Ruidoso, 15 of the 30 RMS students met with the assistant principal, Mr. Ford. The students’ three wishes were for larger portions of food at lunch, to have laptops for each student checked out at the beginning of the year, and changes regarding the uniform. The students planned their strategy prior to Mr. Ford’s arrival. They arranged the seating so that the person who was going to ask the question regarding the most challenging issue, uniforms, would be sitting beside Mr. Ford. They decided which of them would ask each question and how the questions would be phrased. The students presented themselves and their issues appropriately and positively.

They began by thanking Mr. Ford for his time. They asked questions like, “Is there anything we can do to help get what we want?” “What if we made a compromise…?” Mr. Ford explained to the students that the preparation of meals in the cafeteria is contracted out and that he could ask for larger portions but he had no control over the result. For the computers, he explained that it would be cost prohibitive to provided a computer for each student in the school but that there is a current initiative to repair all computers in the school that are not working. For the uniform, he stated that he was not in charge, that it was Mr. Heaton, the principal who would have to make any decisions about the uniform.

But he also asked them some questions. “How many currently follow the current uniform guidelines?” The students responded, “Not many.” One student stated, “If we had more freedom, maybe students would do better at following the rules.” Mr. Ford responded with a question, “In the overall scheme, how much does wearing a uniform affect your overall day?” The students responded, “Not much.” Mr. Ford went on to explain that wearing a tie was part of his uniform that he didn’t particularly like. He went on to explain to them that studies have shown that schools that have uniforms have better academic success and behavior. In the end, the students felt that Mr. Ford listened to them and heard what they had to say.

All in all, the expansion of Youth Leadership Lincoln into all of the middle-schools in the county was successful.

‘White nose Syndrome’ to be presented at the Hubbard museum on march 10

The Hubbard Museum is pleased to welcome Lincoln County’s Mike Bilbo back to the Johnny & Marty Cope Learning Center for a unique and informative presentation entitled “The White Nose Syndrome - Regional Preparation for its Unwanted Arrival” on Saturday, March 10 at 2 p.m. Bilbo’s presentation is one of many planned by the Museum in conjunction with the opening of its “Underground of Enchantment” 3-D exhibit of New Mexico’s famous Lechuguilla Cave which opened on Feb. 11. Mike Bilbo, cave programs manager with the Fort Stanton National Conservation Area, is in charge of the effort to explore and document the caves in the region including the famous Fort Stanton Cave and Snowy River. His presentation will cover the DNA signature for the White Nose Syndrome that has

shown up in a cave in western Oklahoma, about 250 miles from Fort Stanton Cave and all the other hibernacula in New Mexico. Since 2009, the Bureau of Land Management’s Roswell Field Office and its partners, Fort Stanton Cave Study Project, University of New Mexico and New Mexico Tech have taken precautionary measures in advance of a very unwanted arrival of the disease that has now killed an estimated 7 million bats in eastern and southern states.

The Hubbard Museum of the American West is located at 26301 Highway 70 in Ruidoso Downs and is open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Visit www.hubbardmuseum.org or call 575-378-4142 for information. The Hubbard Museum of the American West is owned and operated by the City of Ruidoso Downs.

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I LOST 100 LBS.

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I had been riding the 40-yearold steel, lugged-framed bicycle for two months in preparation for our annual sojourn to the Huntsman World Senior Games in St. George, Utah. My riding companions were on their carbon fiber wonder bikes which I had helped them purchase and I am often asked, “Why don’t you ride a newer, lighter, faster, and more competitive machine?” The answer is simply complicated.

The 11 tubes and 28 metal bits that come together to create the heart and soul of a modern, steel bicycle have their beginnings in 1885 when the Rover Safety was introduced in England. A machine with two same size wheels and a diamond frame set the historical standard that is basically unchanged today more than 125 years later.

Men and women have worked diligently over open hearths and alignment jigs wielding brazing torches melting either brass or silver alloys to bind the hand-worked metal pieces of the steel handmade bicycle frame and fork. And it is their toil that makes these bicycles bearing their names unique in a world of industrialized sameness.

The bike I chose to ride in last year’s senior games was technologically outclassed and two months of reconnected familiarity did nothing to overcome its deficits. The only update was to replace the worn tires. As I rode the bike one dawn developing the ride rhythm that would fluctuate during the ensuing 40 miles, I looked down at the fork

and admired its very gentle and continuous bend that was created by the builder himself without the use of a hydraulic press. Human strength over an oak last defined the curve. On a rough stretch of road I could watch the shock absorption that was designed to provide a comfortable, all day ride.

Paying attention to traffic and negotiating for a sliver of roadway, the bike performed without my notice. On Airport Road I could marvel at the craftsmanship of the frame and looked down at the top head tube lug which I knew had been cut, filed, and sanded by the same hand to perfection to accept the frame tubes. This builder had chosen to cut heart shaped windows in four of the lugs which, to me, symbolized the “heart” he had put into this frame’s construction for a British racer in 1971. I felt privileged to offer custodial care of this bike when I purchased it some 10 years ago.

Ron Cooper spent an entire day, 14 hours, fabricating the frame-set I was riding. His is a one man shop in England and today, at 80 years old, still builds frames and forks at the rate of two to three a week; at his peak in the late 70s, he built thirty frames a month. He lives in an apartment above his workshop and puts his heart and passion into every frame he builds. Every piece of the Ron Cooper frame I sometimes ride has been worked by his hands, the hands of one of the few Master Builders left in the

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world today. But the resurgence of the handmade steel framed bicycle is enabling a new generation of builders who have their roots in the English, French, and Italian bicycle art.

I know that upper level carbon frames are handmade but there is a sameness that is not evident in metal. Every builder using steel and lugs offers an undisputed uniqueness that fuses passion with functional art that anyone who rides can appreciate. The hands of the “constructeur” are truly an extension of the artist’s imagination and enable the rider to become one with the bike as a result of shared passion.

The front and back covers of Rouleur’s issue 19 have photos of Ron Cooper’s right and left hands respectively; there is nothing else.

It is a tribute to a master artesian who works in steel and produces the heart of man’s most efficient conveyance. And I am proud to have ridden one of his simply beautiful classic creations to a fifth place in last year’s Huntsman Games.

Healing through therapeutic friendship “To me, old age is always fifteen years older than I am.”

— Bernard M. Baruch (1870-1965).

Remark made on his 85th birthday

After my grandfather’s death my grandmother complained of loneliness. I remember her telling me that she knew more about Bo and Hope (two characters on her favorite soap, ‘Days of Our Lives’) than she did about my recent activities.

Her doctor told her she needed to ‘get out more,’ but she refused to go to the community senior center.

“I can’t stand being around all those old people! All they care to talk about is how sick they feel!” I told her she ought to give it a try anyway. After all, she ought to give Bo and Hope a chance to work things out on their own. We laughed and decided to play another round of ‘Wahoo.’

I’ve heard it said that life is about companionship. Even though there are ‘down’ times when we are convinced it is best to make life a ‘solo run,’ the truth is there’s more value in a kind word and a kick in the rump from a friend than with only a kind word. There is absolutely nothing in this world that can replace loving, accepting, and caring human contact.

One thing that I have found out about some older folk is they sometimes worry about complaining too much for fear of not being taken seriously later on.

As a result they may have a tendency to dismiss their needs and isolate themselves thus avoiding the inevitable part of aging and refusing to get help when they really need it.

Don’t get me wrong, there is no antidote that will ever completely free us from the pain of loss or the ‘bumps and bruises’ that accompany life’s journey.

However, the broken road of life is also populated by fellow travelers willing to lend a listening ear and lift a heavy heart.

My grandmother finally did go to the senior center.

She made new friends and was given the opportunity to encourage others. I don’t know what happened to Bo and Hope, but my grandmother sure did benefit from ‘getting out’ more.

James D. Martin is the program manager of the Heritage Program for Senior Adults at the Lincoln County Medical Center.

Heritage is a program designed to improve the quality of life for the older adult.

Confidential screenings are available by appointment. If interested please call 575-257-6283.

Hospital’s outreach promotes support and personal interactions for healthy babies Lincoln County Medical Center, LCMC, is offering breastfeeding workshops and support group for new and expecting mothers. The workshops and support group is meeting every other Friday beginning on March 2. The workshop and support group will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 12 p.m. and will be held in the Physical Therapy Center conference room located at 213 Sudderth Drive in Ruidoso.

These workshops are free to participants. Future workshops and support groups in 2012 will meet on March 16, March 30, April 13 and April 27 at the same time and location listed above. The workshops and support group will offer breastfeeding techniques from a lacta-

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tion educator and provide breastfeeding resources and support newborn care and breastfeeding. For additional information, contact the LCMC Labor and Delivery Manager at 575-257-8279.

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most interesting man to retire courtesy of ruidoso Downs racetrack

A man many local residents refer to as the ‘Most Interesting Man in Town’ is retiring from Ruidoso Downs Racetrack.

Gregorio Obregon is retiring after 12 years of service. Obregon was the Operations Manager at Billy the Kid Casino. He plans on spending more time with his family and pursuing his many personal interests.

“Greg will be sorely missed” says Terry Maines, Greg’s immediate supervisor. “Greg seems to know everyone that comes to the property and most people around town. He genuinely cares about them and their families. He is like a father to the employees here and has gone out of his way to help someone in need.”

Shaun Hubbard, General Manager of Ruidoso Downs Racetrack, reflects “Greg has been one of the shining constants here. Few people have been here longer. We are lucky to have had him for these years and will miss him.”

Obregon, an Alto resident, has lived in the area since 1999, in a home he has owned since the mid 1970’s. He became enamored with Ruidoso while attending Texas Tech University in 1965. He and his wife Becky (a Snyder, Texas native) were regular visitors before moving here full time. Becky Obregon retired from the Ruidoso School district last year, where she was a teacher at Ruidoso High School. They have two daughters, Cristina of Ruidoso and Veronica who lives in Houston, as well as four grandchildren.

Obregon was born in Bogota, Colombia. His father

test Dog

By Sue Hutchison reporter suehutch@valornet.com I’ve only myself to blame. For a couple years I’ve been thinking about a new dog.

Years ago we had a shepherd, and after him a golden retriever. They were both brilliant. I took credit for that. The goldie could stomach anything – playing cards, crayons, cough drops, chocolate kisses.

(He chose to eat all that – I didn’t feed him.) His motto: Bring it on!

I’m a lover of big dogs. None of these mini hang-out-of-a-purse creatures for me. I love dogs that have an all business bark. Furniture sized dogs.

was, at one time Mayor of Bogota. His time growing up was fascinating. From hunting or fishing in the varied terrain to summering in Europe, Greg had a diverse youth. In a country like Colombia though, being well off had its pitfalls also.“Kidnapping had taken hold in Latin America. Security was a constant concern.” Obregon says “You had to vary your schedules and routes.” After attending prep school in the United States, Greg enrolled at Texas Tech. There, he met Becky. Once married and with their educations completed, they returned to Columbia.

Most of his career was spent in International Banking. Greg’s positions with prestigious companies such as Banco de Bogota and Bankers Trust took them to locales such Courtesy photo as New York, Miami and Europe as well as gregorio obregon, former operations manager of ruidoso his native Colombia. When the Latin AmeriDowns racetrack. can economies were thrown into turmoil by a continent-wide financial crisis, in the late 90’s, the Obre- your eyes to what is important.”

Greg does not plan on a sedate life. He still skis gons returned to their home in New Mexico. Greg’s love nearly every weekend and plans on increasing that in the of people and action took him to Billy the Kid Casino.

“I’ve made a lot of good friends there” he says, “both fel- future. During the summers, he is a regular on the many hiking trails around the county. Soon on his agenda is a low employees and customers who came in.” trip to the Florida Keys, to visit friends. He also plans on In 2006, Greg was diagnosed with cancerous lymphoma. Subsequent chemotherapy was successful, but he occasionally helping out at the track with special events.

It will give him a chance to maintain those relationships is always on the lookout for a reoccurrence. The health and strike up some new ones. scare helped reshape his philosophy on life, “It opens

Dogs that make door to door sales people tremble. Dogs that when they walk with you command the trail.

Both our other dogs were test dogs.

I thought. Both of them learned quickly what was expected, how they fit into the family, and what was appropriate inside and outside. I probably would have given them back if they hadn’t.

I gave a nod to their breeds, but took credit for their quick assimilation. I’m just a fantastic dog trainer, I smiled.

At Christmas we found a sablecolored German shepherd puppy. We rescued him from a shelter in Alamogordo. (Email me if you want info about this great place.) Since the shelter provided a name for the pup, which is our son’s, we changed it to Rocky. No, his last name isn’t Balboa.

I held this quivering 2-month-old ball of black hair on our trip home, and he’s been glued to me since. He knows

there’s this man I live with, and they’re becoming friends, but Rocky considers me his. And the training is on.

Our slippers, socks and various garments are terrified. My new(ish) carpet has been baptized, and I’ve emptied four cans of carpet spray. Doors all through our home remain shut all day long – it’s just not worth the trouble of rescuing those rooms as well. Rocky has this look – he uses it on me hourly.

It conveys this thought: I know you’re the human here, but I just want to remind you that I am truly in charge of this home now.

And he is.

Sometimes you just commit to something and realize that it’s going to take time. Can you imagine what would happen to the human race if we were provided test kids? Would any of us have kept them? Would there be one human left on the planet?

There have been many moments these past two months that I’ve really wondered if I should have been evaluated by a certified counselor prior to Rocky. I’m no spring chicken. It’s truly a contact sport to train this guy. I’ve tried to develop a return look which might communicate: I am the human here, bigger and smarter than you (at the moment), and I hold your leash. I control your destiny, dog.

I’m committed to seeing this training period through. He’s coming along. It’s been a few days since I’ve lightened the carpet. I’m determined to make Rocky a part of our family.

Because sometimes you just commit to something and realize it’s going to take time. Did I say that already?

Trying to pair two matching, nonchewed socks, Sue Hutchison can be reached at suehutch@valornet.com.

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Boys basketball District 3B tournament Lake Arthur 52, Corona 24

By Todd Fuqua Sports editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com Was it a surprise that the Ruidoso girls defeated Hatch Friday in the first round of the Class 1A state tournament?

To some, maybe, but not necessarily to coach Dean Hood.

“We finally played ball tonight,” Hood said of the Lady Warriors’ 59-56 victory. “We didn’t really start making things happen until the second half, but we actually played well the whole game.”

Feb. 29

girls basketball District 3B tournament Hondo 51, Lake Arthur 22 District 4B tournament Carrizozo 63, Quemado 45

March 1

District 4B tournament Reserve 50, Carrizozo 27

March 2

girls basketball Class 3A State playoffs Ruidoso 59, Hatch Valley 56 Class 1A State playoffs Mescalero 63, Springer 57 Dora 45, Capitan 41 District 3B championship Corona 66, Hondo 39 District 4B championship Reserve 35, Carrizozo 25

Ruidoso (18-10) trailed by 19 at the break, but kept plugging away. Once the shots started falling for them in the second half, their comeback began.

The win was a big turnaround for the Lady Warriors, who came into Friday’s match having lost 48-11 to Portales in the District 4-3A championship.

Another omen which didn’t bode well for Ruidoso was the fact they lost twice to Hatch (20-8) in the regular season, both times by more than 20 points.

Boys basketball Class 3A State playoffs Sandia Prep 75, Ruidoso 33 Class 1A State playoffs Capitan 54, Menaul 25 Fort Sumner 74, Mescalero 35 District 3B championship Hondo 72, Vaughn 40

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March 5

Baseball Ruidoso at Eunice, 6 p.m.

March 6

girls basketball Class 3A state tournament at Albuquerque Ruidoso vs. Portales, 8 a.m.

Class 1A state tournament at Bernalillo Mescalero vs. Melrose, 6:30 p.m.

Class B state tournament at Bernalillo Hondo vs. Grady, 8 a.m.

Corona vs. Roy/Mosquero, 9:45 a.m. tennis Ruidoso at Mesilla Valley, 3 p.m.

March 7

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Boys basketball Class 1A state tournament at Bernalillo Capitan vs. Logan, 3 p.m.

Class B state tournament at Bernalillo Hondo vs. Roy/Mosquero, 1:15 p.m.

March 8

Softball Ruidoso at Hot Springs tournament, TBA Capitan at Artesia JV (2), 3 p.m. track and field Ruidoso at Socorro Quad, TBA

March 9

Softball Ruidoso at Hot Springs tournament, TBA track and field Carrizozo at Artesia, 3 p.m. tennis Ruidoso in Coyote Classic at Roswell, TBA golf Ruidoso in NMMI scrimmage at Roswell, 8 a.m.

Baseball Ruidoso vs. Dexter, 2 p.m.

Softball Ruidoso at Hot Springs tournament, TBA tennis Ruidoso in Coyote Classic at Roswell, TBA

capitan guard tory Padilla, left, races menaul’s malcolm King to the basket after Padilla had stolen the ball during Saturday’s class 1a state playoff game at capitan.

the ladies they’d have to play their best game against this team,” said Mescalero coach Nate Raynor.

“They had travelled a long ways and they didn’t want to go home disappointed. I told them to leave it on the court, and they did that tonight.”

The game was an 8 vs. 9 matchup, so it could be expected this game was going to be close, and the Red Devils (19-9) made it close with the shooting of guards Brandi Burton and Kyra Laumbach, who combined for 38 points.

But Springer coach Amadeo Soto felt his team could have done much better than it did.

“It came down to hustle,” Soto said. “They (Mescalero) got the loose balls, got the rebounds, and that’s what made the difference. They were getting a lot of rebounds for second opportunities, and you can’t do that with a team like this.”

The Red Devplayoffs ils actually took a

By Todd Fuqua Sports editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com MESCALERO – A week after they lost in disappointing fashion in their district championship, the Mescalero Lady Chiefs showed they belong in the Class 1A state playoffs, beating Springer Friday in the first round, 63-57.

The win was vindication for the Lady Chiefs (21-8) all of whom still had the bitter taste of their loss to Capitan in the District 7-1A championship game.

“That loss to Capitan was brutal on us,” said Mescalero guard Diona Chavez. “We’ve been focused on this game all week, though. We’ve been talking about it and drilling it in our heads. We knew we had to work hard as a team to pull it out. Our coaches really pushed us.”

“Before the game, we told

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mescalero forward valerie garcia, center, finds the going rough as she tries to score between teammate Diona chavez and Springer’s cordy tafoya Friday during the Lady chiefs’ first-round victory in the class 1a state playoffs at mescalero.

7-6 lead with 4:42 left in the first quarter on a layup by Burton, but then Mescalero got a jump shot and three-pointer from Valerie Garcia to go on a 8-0 run to close

out the first period and hold a lead they wouldn’t relinquish the rest of the game. see MESCALERO pg. 15

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up. It’s a real important thing to our offense,” said Capitan coach Marv Sanders. “But I was proud of the kids the way they hung on.

It was a period of adjustment.”

“When Jake goes out it’s a big loss for all of us. He’s a really good post,” said Capitan guard Tory Padilla. “He knows how to score for us, but Wyatt stepped up today.”

Menaul (24-6) actually had a 7-6 lead at the end of the first quarter on a layup by Dennis Smatana, and stayed uncomfortably close to the Tigers throughout the second quarter, regaining the lead and holding it until about two minutes left in the half.

Strait Sedillo, who ended up leading Capitan with 17 points, then led the Tiger charge with a layup and three-point play to give his team the lead for good with 1:28 left in the second quarter.

Those scores were the start

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Dora

By Todd Fuqua Sports editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com CAPITAN – The Capitan basketball team may be built around center Jake LaMay, but Saturday the Tigers had to prove they could win without him in the first round of the Class 1A state playoffs.

LaMay picked up two quick fouls in the first four minutes of the game and had to ride the bench for most of the first half, but Capitan picked up the slack and produced an impressive 5425 win over Menaul.

The Tigers (18-5) found the going rough to begin with.

With LaMay on the bench and Wyatt Berryhill on the floor, they weren’t able to pound it inside on Menaul as much as they’d like, although Berryhill was up to the challenge.

“That affects us, because when they try to double him (LaMay), it opens something else

Lady chiefs make a statement with victory

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Portales has consistently knocked the Lady Warriors out of the playoffs year after year, including a 45-33 decision against Ruidoso last season in the Pit in Albuquerque.

This year, however, the Lady Warriors have actually beaten Portales, and have the confidence they can do so again.

“I think we really have a shot,” Hood said. “They’ve got some great attitudes right now.”

The Ruidoso-Portales matchup is set bright and early at 8 a.m. today in the Pit.

But that didn’t matter to the Ruidoso girls, who were led by Brittanie Vega’s 19 points and Lyndsey Saenz with 16. Claudia Morales added 10.

“They came out with a lot of intensity tonight, and kept that going all night long,” Hood said. “The girls are really pumped right now.”

The omens continue for the Lady Warriors, as they face Portales – again – in the second round. The third-seeded Lady Rams won 47-25 over Pojoaque Friday.

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Allie Thompson

Three years experience Hobbies: Wakeboarding, hanging out with friends, reading “Cheerleading helps me make great bonds with people I love.”

Favorite quote: “Live like there’s no tomorrow!”

Danielle Grundseth First year cheerleader Hobbies: Athletics, long walks on the beach “I love to cheer and bring spirit.

Favorite quote: “We are Ruidoso girls living in a Ruidoso world!”

Tatiana Magaña

Two years experience Hobbies: School, soccer coach

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Qualifying marks already for ruidoso

mate – and defending state chamBy Todd Fuqua pion – Mitchell by almost a full Sports editor second. todd@ruidosofreepress.com Mitchell’s time of 51.03 secUsually, a track coach can’t onds was also impressive, given expect too much from his team in that the pressures and responsibiliterms of qualifying for the state ties had kept her from training as meet when it’s the first day of hard as she’d have liked entering March and you have a skeleton the first meet of the year. crew for a team.

“All her hard work has reBut three Ruidoso Warriors ally paid off,” Harrelson said of qualified for the meet in their first Flack’s time. “I have to give a lot day of live competition at the Soof credit to coach Lee and what corro triangular last week. he’s been able to accomplish.

“It was incredible how we Also, last year it took five meets did,” said Ruidoso coach Colt for Staci to qualify in this event, Harrelson. “We’re so far ahead of Photo by Yelena Temple and now we have two girls in it where we were last year.” after the first week.”

Senior Tanner Chavez got two ruidoso senior tanner chavez gets set to launch the discus during the Socorro triangular march 1. chavez qualified for The boys and girls 800-meter qualifying marks with a throw of relay teams were also very close to 130 feet, nine inches in the discus state in the event with a throw of 130 feet, nine inches. He also qualified in the shot put. qualifying with some young runand a 47-11 throw in shot put. ners in slots. Harrelson also said In both cases, he took first he’s got 10 boys that are within two seconds place in the meet, and Harrelson said those four inches. of qualifying in the 200-meter dash. marks were the result of a lot of offseason “I’ve had some athletes go to great levels “To think you have 10 boys that close training. in the last 25 years, but that was quite an this early in the year is ridiculous,” Harrelson “He’s been working hard every day, and achievement,” Harrelson said of Chavez’s said. “We’re so far ahead of where we were because there weren’t a lot of other throwers, throws. last year.” he worked out with the hurdles,” Harrelson Also qualifying in the girls 300 hurdles The Warriors return to Socorro this said. “Coaches Patrick Hodges and Dominic were senior Staci Mitchell and freshman Thursday for another meet, this one a quadGonzales put in a lot of time with him so that Ryann Flack, both of whom have benefitted rangular against Socorro, Hope Christian, he had the right mindset.” from the coaching of Sam Lee, who came on Robertson and Estancia. as the hurdle coach at Ruidoso after serving The only other thrower in shot to come as the boys track coach in Capitan last season.

The Hope Christian girls are the defendclose to Chavez was teammate Matthew Flack actually won the event at the meet ing Class 3A state champions, and Harrelson Carr – a qualifier last year in the event – who is looking forward to a challenging meet. threw 43-8, missing a qualifying mark by just with a time of 50.99 seconds, besting team-

Hondo boys run away with district title

By Todd Fuqua Sports editor “Cheertodd@ruidosofreepress.com leading HONDO – Hondo is fun. It coach Brad Holland was teaches most worried about Vaughn you in District 3B. The Eagles good were the only team that had morals, teamwork and dedication.” won every district game they had played except Favorite quote: against Hondo.

“Everything happens for a To start with in Saturreason.” day’s district championship game, Holland’s fears Devin Campos seemed to be well founded, Two years experience as the teams had battled Hobbies: Riding to a 2-all tie with just over horses three minutes left in the first with quarter. my It looked as though neimom, ther team was really going hangto take control until Hondo ing went on a 9-4 run to open with up the game and eventually friends, Facetake a 72-40 win. book “We’d been sitting a little bit before playing this “Cheerleading is really fun. I one,” Holland said of his meet new friends, have new team’s struggles early on. experiences and gain new “But we settled down and family.” defended much better in the Favorite quote: second half. We got a lot of “When one door closes, anoffense off our defense.” other one opens and that will Hondo (23-3) solidified lead you to the goal.” its No. 1 ranking in Class B and earned top seed in Sydney Werito the upcoming state tournaTwo years experience ment, but they weren’t able Hobbies: Choir, softball and cheerlead- to really put the game away ing until a 14-0 run in the third are my quarter that cost the Vaughn life. I Eagles (13-7) more than a also comfortable lead. love During a time out, my Vaughn coach Joe Gauna friends was given a techniand cal foul for an alleged family. profanity, then was T’ed up again shortly thereafter “Cheerleading has always and was kicked out of the been my goal and dream. I game. love making new friends, and That forced Vaughn this changed my life.” athletic director – and girls basketball coach – Steve Favorite quote: “Sometimes the smallest Baker to take the team over things take up the largest for the rest of the day. room in our hearts.”

–Winnie the Pooh

Brooklyn Vannoy

Six years experience Hobbies: Hanging out with friends.

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By that point, Hondo was scoring at will, with Billy Candelaria doing almost all the damage.

He scored 35 points to lead the game – many of which were layups following a steal – while Luis Montaño had 15 points.

Jonathan Padilla was the only Vaughn player in double figures with 14 points.

Montaño was battling back problems and had trouble finding the basket to begin with, but Holland said that was a problem every Eagle had to start.

“I thought the kids came out a little anxious and excited, particularly on the offensive end,” Holland said. “We didn’t shoot that well. We were amped up and ready to play.”

Montaño wasn’t the only Hondo Eagle battling injury. German Lerma was also back, while Beto Nores – who didn’t play Friday – is hoping he can contribute to the team once they get to Bernalillo. He’s been out for almost two weeks after suffering a collarbone injury against Lake Arthur in the final regular season game.

“We’re still banged up a little bit, and hopefully we’ll have our last piece to the puzzle by Wednesday,” Holland said. “If we can put a couple together, I’m excited because we can play with anyone in the state. When these boys defend, I think the sky’s the limit.”

Hondo starts the tournament Wednesday with a 1:15 p.m. game against Roy/Mosquero at Bernalillo.

DISTRICT CAPSULE ’Zozo boys

The Carrizozo boys’ basketball season came to an end March 2 with a 50-37 loss to Reserve in the District 4B tournament, but that doesn’t mean coach “HonPorter Cutrell is unhappy with how his team has done estly, this season.

I’m “I think we had a fairly good year,” Cutrell said. not “Maybe not in the record, but we set down some correally nerstones with what we wanted to do in the future, and cathe kids bought into it.” pable of any The Grizzlies (5-20) were actually tied with Reother serve at the half, 15-all, but the veteran Mountaineers sport. were able to make plays down the stretch and put the Also, cheerleading is a really game away. fun environment and we Dalton Vega had 12 points to lead Carrizozo while always travel and meet new Nick Chavez had 10. people. I also like watching “They’re a veteran team, but we’ll be good down all the other sports and cheerthe road,” Cutrell said. ing people on.”

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Hondo’s Billy candelaria, left, tries to get around vaughn’s omar casado Saturday during the District 3B championship at Hondo.

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corona’s taylor Huey, center, struggles for control of the ball with Hondo’s Selena chavez (33) and montana Prudencio Friday during the District 3B championship at corona.

Corona girls roll into state tournament

By Todd Fuqua Sports editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com It was the first game the Corona Lady Cardinals had played in almost two weeks, but you wouldn’t have known it from their performance in the District 3B championship Friday.

Corona put the pressure on Hondo early and didn’t let up in a 66-39 victory.

“There was a little bit of rust, but they more than made up for it,” said Corona coach Nicky Huey. “They wanted to get after somebody, and this was the toughest game they’d played all year.”

The Lady Eagles (10-17) didn’t exactly lay down, making Corona work for every point it scored.

“We played well, and we were right in there early,” said Hondo coach Brad Holland.

“We got into a little foul trouble, which took our point guard off the floor, and we weren’t able to keep up.”

“We pressed them from start to finish, but Hondo played hard against us,” Huey said.

Allysanne Huey poured in 18 points to lead the Lady Cardinals (18-4), followed by 12

points by Saige Bell with 16 points, Taylor Huey with 12 and Corey Egan with 11.

Montana Prudencio was the only Hondo girl in double figures with 10 points.

“That’s the thing about this team, lately I don’t know who will score in double figures for us,” said coach Huey. “But the girls are sky high right now.”

Next up is the Class B state tournament, starting Tuesday in Albuquerque. The Lady Cardinals will have to get through District 2B powers Grady and Elida if they want their schools’ first-ever state title.

Corona has lost to both teams this season, but Coach Huey is confident in his team’s ability, particularly now that Kelley Gensler is now eligible.

“The confidence level now is so much higher now. After 13 straight, they’ve got this winning thing down,” Huey said. “They understand if they do what they know how, no one can beat them.”

Corona, the third seed in the tournament, faces Roy/Mosquero in the first round at Bernalillo this Tuesday, while Hondo takes on No. 2 seed Grady at 8 a.m.

turning starters from last years

By Todd Fuqua squad that lost in the semifinals Sports editor at the state tournament. Also todd@ruidosofreepress.com back from last year will be CAPITAN – Capitan’s softMaritza Nava, Maribel Villeball team is almost cursed by the gas, Teyna Montoya, Kymbra school’s athletic prowess.

Espinosa, Celeste Salcido and Coach Rodney Griego has Ashley Reynolds. an almost embarrassment of Also joining the team will be riches when it comes to talent for senior Jamie Fields, who was unthis year’s squad, but so many of able to play last season because them were playing for the Lady of an injury she suffered at the Tiger basketball team up until end of basketball season. last weekend’s loss to Dora in the Fields, Montoya, Espinosa Class 1A playoffs, he’s had only and Nava were all on the roundseven girls out for practice the Todd Fuqua/Ruidoso Free Press ball squad this season, and are past month-and-a-half. capitan pitcher Sidni Hughes fires one joining the softball team late due “I won’t have a numbers in during practice at capitan. Hughes, a to the basketball team’s success problem once basketball is freshman, will be the no. 1 pitcher for the this year. done, but I have two pitchers Lady tigers this season.

While it makes for a rough who have had a solid month start to the spring season, that as the starter for Capitan, while of practice now,” Griego said. competitiveness gives Griego a lot of “We’ve been able to concentrating on sophomore Tera Herrera will be a confidence in how the Lady Tigers pitching, and that rules in softball.” strong No. 2 starter for the team. will end the season in May. Freshman Sidni Hughes is back The pair are two of eight re-

tiger nine back on championship quest

By Todd Fuqua Sports editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com CAPITAN – So, you’ve won a state championship. What’s next?

“We go back, that’s the plan,” says Capitan baseball coach James Weems.

The Tigers begin defending their Class 1A championship on the diamond March 12 with a game at Floyd. It’s a game they’ve had to add late thanks to some changes in the District 4-1A lineup.

Valley Christian and Lake Arthur dropped their programs, meaning the Tigers had to fill dates for six games. Floyd, Texico and Artesia’s junior varsity filled out four of those games.

The challenge is more than who Capitan will play this year, it’s also about who is available to play, and how they’ll be able to fill in some holes.

The Tigers lost a solid senior corps of Logan Eshom, Josh BellinGallagher, Rudy Chavez and Dustin Blowers from last year’s squad, leaving Weems with a young – but enthusiastic – group.

“There’s not a ton of experience, but they’ve

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The Ruidoso Junior Golf Association, in partnership with the Ruidoso High School golf teams, will host the first of six fundraising scrambles at Cree Meadows Country Club this Sunday at 1 p.m. Call Melissa Misquez at Cree Meadows, 257-5815, for more

Local triathlete Sarah Crewe won her age division in this year’s White Sands Missile Range Wind triathlon, Saturday, with a total time of 1:50:36, finishing as the eight-fastest female in the field.

Crewe wins age division

MESCALERO from pg. 13 Garcia had 21 points to lead the Lady Chiefs, while Chavez had 16 points.

Another one leading Mescalero was Ardis Holder, who had nine points but also led the game with 12 rebounds. Her performance was a testament to how much she’s progressed since first starting for the team last year as a sophomore.

“My coaches have

talked and worked with me a lot on my posting,” Holder said. “It took me a while to get inside. I was just shooting outside shots, but then my coaches got onto me. My mom too.”

With the victory, the Lady Chiefs earned a second-round matchup against No. 1-seeded Melrose in the second round.

The Lady Buffalos beat Floyd, 70-32, in their first

round game, but Raynor isn’t worried. In fact, he thinks the pressure is on the other team.

“This team has come a long way from the bottom up,” Raynor said of the Lady Chiefs. “We don’t have anything to lose now.

The pressure’s on the No. 1 team.”

The Lady Chiefs face off against Melrose today at 6:30 p.m. at Bernalillo High School.

CAPITAN from pg. 13 of a 26-0 run that included all of the third quarter and saw the Tigers start to run off huge sections of time with a patient halfcourt offense.

“We finally found a defense that was effective,” Sanders said. “It’s a defense we hadn’t run that much lately, but the kids did a good job.”

While Sedillo led the team in scoring, LaMay was able to get back on the floor in the second half and started to really make his presence known inside. He ended up with 12 points.

Another Tiger to make a difference

was Padilla, who scored 10 points thanks to so lightening-quick cuts to the basket for easy layups.

“I was getting good pics and good openings, that’s why I was able to see the basket,” Padilla said.

The victory sends Capitan to Bernalillo for the Class 1A quarterfinals. The Tigers will take on third-seeded Logan in a 3 p.m. game Wednesday.

“I haven’t even given any thought to how we’ll do,” Sanders said. “We need two days of practice to get ready for them.”

got what it takes to get us through, I think,” Weems said. “Experience is always a big key, but this isn’t really a rebuilding year. We’ll see some ups and downs.”

There are actually eight players returning from last year’s championship team, including five starters.

However, one of those starters – outfielder Ruben Mendoza – is unable to play right now because of a torn ACL. Also back from last year is Raul Villegas and Tracker Bowen, who will serve as the No. 1 and 2

pitchers for the team.

Bowen is still busy with the Capitan basketball team – which is in Bernalillo today in the Class 1A state playoffs – and the baseball squad has had to make do in practice until it has a full compliment of players.

Probably the biggest change affecting Capitan is one that affects every team in the state – the adoption by the New Mexico Activities Association of wood bats, replacing aluminum.

However, Weems said that change hasn’t been all that noticeable.

“We’ve always done well and put the ball in play, and you would think the wood bats would change our game up,” Weems said. “But we’ve already had a couple of kids putting the ball out of here in practice. Of course, they get a lot of cuts that way, and hitting in a game against live pitching is very different.

“We have a great chance to get back to state,” he added. “We have a strong group of kids that were on last year’s team and have the right attitude.

We’re looking forward to it.”

Bowling rUIDoSo BoWLIng center tuesday Senior team standings, week 24 of 32 Name Won Lost Larry Larry’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 9 Ageless Wonders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17½ 14½ The Who? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 16 Old Timers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 16 Serious Not. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15½ 16½ Spud & the Tater Tots. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 24 Last week’s high scores Handicap series – The Who? 2704, Spud & the Tater Tots 2599, Ageless Wonders 2377 Handicap game – Larry Larry’s 891, Serious Not 850, Old Timers 810 Men’s handicap series– Harry Allwein 742, Spud Mitchum 661, Larry Caywood 639 Men’s handicap game – Gene Nitz 278, Tom Douglas 261, Arden Eckersley 229 Women’s handicap series – Sandi Meek 712, Lucy Servies 653, Linda Cockrell 630 Women’s handicap game – Cindy Sanchez 256, Marcha Chavez 235, Linda Clements 220 tuesday night mixed team standings, week 6 of 12 Name Won Lost Rhino Rose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 5 Living Energies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 8 Homies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 8 Go Getters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 10 Choke and Stroke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 10 Four Feathers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 14 Mashed Taters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 17 Team 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 24 Last week’s high scores Handicap Series – Rhino Rose 2674, Choke and Stroke 2535, Go Getters 2508 Handicap Game – Living Energies 951, Hoies 874, Four Feathers 850 Men’s handicap series – Glenn Wagner 741, David Blackmon 725, Max Cimarron 671 Men’s handicap game – Tom Douglas 280, Lonnie Edwards 259, Joe Terell 259 Women’s handicap series – Leslie Blackmon 630, Lucy Servies 619, Pam Bernard 599 Women’s handicap game – Linda Mitchum 246, Millie Cimarron 234, Mary Gillett 228 Wednesday mixed team standings, week 23 of 32 Name Won Lost Ruidoso Bowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 0 Ruidoso U-Haul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2 Western Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 Even Par. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 Knight Riders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3

Car Quest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 4 No Doubt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5 Team 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 6 Evan’s Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 6 Wild Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 8 High scores Scratch series – Western Auto 2371, Ruidoso Bowl 2095, Car Quest 1564 Scratch game – Ruidoso U-Haul 765, Even Par 684 Handicap series – Evan’s Team 2629, No Doubt 2466 Handicap game – Knight Riders 888, Team 7 857 Men’s scratch series – Keith Brower 736, Tom Douglas 631, Jim McGarvey 610 Men’s scratch game – Evan Reed 289, Virgil Reynolds 245, Darryl Bagley 214 Men’s handicap series – Bob Layher 738, Mike Baker 662, Brad Archer 654 Men’s handicap game – Weldon Ganaway 279, Andrew Ramirez 231, Spud Mitchum 218 Women’s scratch series – Crystal Ingle 571, Sue Reed 476, Shelley McGarvey 446 Women’s scratch game – Pam Bernard 191, Jean Fanning 183, Lucy Servies 148 Women’s handicap series – Irene Pawlowski 704, Trina Thomas 662, Anne Lindsey 574 Women’s handicap game – Sharla Ganaway 257, Connie Reynolds 228, Christina Wall 213 thursday men’s team standings, week 23 of 32 Name Won Lost GSV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 1 Down’s Auto Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2 Insidhers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 Western Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 4 Buckner Electric. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 4 Ruidoso Septic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5 Ruidoso Bowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 5 Good Ole Boys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 8 Season high scores Scratch series – Western Auto 3113, GSV 3063 Scratch game – Down’s Auto Repair 1054, Insidhers 960 Handicap series – Buckner Electric 3258, Ruidoso Bowl 3046 Handicap game – Ruidoso Septic 1121, Good Ole Boys 986 Individual scratch series – Jim McGarvey 702, Keith Brower 696, Virgil Reynolds 652 Individual scratch game – Gene Nitz 258, David Hoffer 258, Hans Dubay 237 Individual handicap series – Max Cimaron 713, Billy Weddige 687, Ryan Cannon 678 Individual handicap game – Tom Douglas 264, Ronnie Wright 258, Terry Bernard 258

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March 6, 2012

When training, hope is not a plan

By Sarah Crewe with Ty Wyant

“It’s good to have an end to the journey, but it is the journey that matters in the end.”

— U. LeGuin Rested after a recovery week?

Good. Let’s roll.

You are 90 days from the Ruidoso Sprint Triathlon on June 9 and still have plenty of time. If your plan hasn’t been working for you, change the plan. If you missed a few workouts, move on.

Time is still on your side.

It is time for productive workouts through the month of March and no excuses, like these: 1- Time: You find you just have no time. Yeah, it’s hard. But, it’s not impossible.

Solutions: What if you rode your bike to work or the store? But, there are no bike lanes. If more people rode their bikes, would this not force the powers that be to spend the money to paint bike lanes? Are bike lanes less expensive than lawsuits?

Are adding bike lanes helping promote our area? So, ride your bike.

Too dark? Use a headlight. Ruidoso Outdoor Adventures in the Ruidoso Athletic Club (RAC) will take care of you. I lived in Chicago and bike-commuted to work three times a week and it was 26 miles each way. I left clothes at work and showered at a health club. Later, I worked seven miles from home. I wore a headlamp

and ran to work and had the same shower routine.

The point: There are no problems, only solutions.

2- I have to work.

Solutions: Do you get a lunch break?

Eat at your desk, or in a snack room before lunch. Lunchtime becomes workout time. Go to the RAC, walk The Links, run the fitness trail, do something active. You will feel refreshed and will be a more productive worker. Tell your boss your triathlon goal and ask to stay 15 minutes later so you can get your workout in without stress, have time to shower and be back at work an improved employee.

The point: We all have busy days. Deal with it.

3- I’ve been injured.

Solutions: Everyone gets injured. First, take a moment to feel sorry for yourself.

Then get creative. When I broke my hip (twice) I used my crutches to build my upper body strength and improve my swimming. Can you work on your core while recovering? Let’s say you broke your arm.

(If you need a cast, get a removable cast.)

What a great opportunity to work on your running. You can also ride a stationary bike or take an RPM class.

DISTRICT CAPSULES ’Zozo girls It might have been only a 10-point loss, but a loss is a loss, and it was a particularly disappointing one for the Carrizozo Lady Grizzlies in the District 4B championship against Reserve Friday.

“We went there to win, and I had a good feeling all day about it,” said Carrizozo coach George Vega. “But as soon as the tip-off, everything went south.”

Carrizozo scored only six points in the first half, all in the first quarter.

The Lady Grizzlies were able to put things back together in the second half, getting to within four at one point, but then fouls and turnovers gave Reserve the win in the end.

The Lady Grizzlies (8-17) might have earned a spot in the Class B state

tournament with its win over Quemado earlier in the week, but the loss to Reserve – their third of the year against the Mountaineers – kept them out of it.

Corona boys The first round of District 3B play ended in a familiar fashion for the Corona Cardinals, as they fell 52-24 to Lake Arthur Feb. 28.

Corona (1-21) again tried to slow the game down, and it was working to start, as the Cardinals led 8-6 after one quarter.

But the Panther’s pressure defense eventually gave Corona fits and brought things toa close.

Center Lane Carter had nine points to lead the Caridnals with nine points, while Chris Frandsen had six.

The point: Look at injuries as an opportunity to strengthen a weakness.

4- I can’t get motivated.

Solutions: Only you can motivate yourself. Once you feel the results of that small positive thing you did – taking a walk or doing some push ups – you will feel motivated. Some people are motivated out of fear, some out of anger and some out of love. I look to amazing people for motivation. Right here in Ruidoso we have June Hence, a seasoned winner of swimming gold medals at the Senior Olympics, and Bob Koenig, who wins running medals at the Senior Olympics. Motivation is everywhere, pick up your head and look.

The point: Discover what motivates you and use it every day.

Another point: You can only think about one thing at a time. When it’s time to work out, think only of working out. File everything else away. Take out the workout file, open it and make it happen.

March is our “build month.” We are building our aerobic base, building our strength and building our endurance.

This week, our aspiring triathletes – Bob, Betty and you – repeat their workouts from two weeks ago. If possible, add 5-10 minutes to one of your swim/bikes/runs or walks.

In coming weeks, we will be increasing time (no more than 10 percent) and

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inserting intensity into our workouts.

Remember, when you stress your body and then rest, your body will adapt and become stronger, fitter and faster.

Get ready, that hill you had to breathlessly walk up will become a playful jog.

Be patient, it will not happen overnight. Fitness is not easy; it’s your challenge. Make the effort for your plan to happen, starting now because hope is not a plan.

Time for my run. Taking out the run file. Later!

All columns are at http://www.ruidosofreepress.com/pages/sports_area.

Sarah Crewe is a USAT (USA Triathlon) Level 1 coach who coaches triathletes and is a certified RPM, yoga and American Swim Coach Association Level 2 coach.

She is lead faculty for health and physical education at ENMU. To contact Sarah Crewe for training or learn more about the Ruidoso Sprint Triathlon, call the Ruidoso Athletic Club at 257-4900.

If you have any training questions for Sarah Crewe, email them to editor@ruidosofreepress.com.

Always contact your doctor before beginning physical training and it is advisable to have a personal coach.

“I think we did some very good things this year,” Davis said. “I’m very proud of them for hanging in there during a long and difficult season.”

This year’s season for the Ruidoso boys basketball team ended the same as it did last year – with a loss to Sandia Prep in the first round of the Class 3A state tournament.

The Warriors (10-18) dropped a 75-33 decision Saturday, bringing to an end a season that was inconsistent, but showed signs of promise, according to coach Dennis Davis.

Capitan girls The Capitan girls might have got a raw deal in the seeding for this year’s Class 1A state tournament when they were seeded 12th and had to travel to Dora for the

first round, but the Lady Tigers almost pulled out a victory.

Capitan – which had lost at Dora earlier in the year in double overtime – made it another close one Friday, but ultimately fell 45-41.

“The kids still played hard, and I was especially pleased with the play of the seniors. They played their hearts out and left it out there,” Devine said.

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Emerging playwright, RHS junior Diego Rojas

By Desirae Stephenson rHS freshman RHS junior Diego Palocalceta Todd, who goes by Diego Rojas, is a person who is playing a very important role in RHS’ Red Feather Theater Company right now. It’s not his acting that grabs our attention; it’s the videos he made. For each upcoming play Red Feather is producing for Playwright’s Nights, Diego has made an amazing trailer.

Diego isn’t a trained professional, but from me watching him and being in his trailers, I can say he is on his way to being just as good. Diego started making videos back when he was a freshman. Thanks to his enthusiasm for films and the old “Windows Movie Maker,” he became the director he is today.

Diego makes movies because Courtesy photo he loves it. He says “It’s like escaprHS junior Diego rojas. ing reality and creating your own Quentin Tarantino and he likes to come for others to see. In the film business up with original ideas so he can’t be acthere’s endless possibilities to what you cused of plagiarism. He says that, “Trycan do, even if the film turns out awful ing to be original makes filming more because unlike live plays you can turn filming mistakes into bloopers, which can fun. It’s a very satisfying feeling when you look at something you created by get very funny!” Diego’s favorite part yourself and know that you made it and of filming is when it’s a wrap; he loves it looks very good.” Diego’s film inspirato edit the film. Editing is the best part because you can add music and get rid of tion is, “Good films that help me think differently and films that I can relate to a mistakes.

Diego has always admired film direc- certain character.”

Diego’s favorite play Red Feather tors like John Carpenter, Sam Raimi, and

‘Seeking god through visual art’ seminar On April 27 and 28, Bruce DeFoor, department chair of the art program at ENMU-Ruidoso, will host a two-day seminar at the San Patricio Retreat Center in the Hondo Valley. Several area artists are scheduled to share their thoughts on the transcendent relationship between God and mankind and to demonstrate how they manifest the spiritual in their own works. Peter Rogers will be the keynote speaker. Mr. Rogers is a visionary painter and lives on the nearby Hurd ranch. He is author of “A Painter’s Quest: Art as a Way of Revelation” and is currently exploring the Quest theme. In addition to the Hurd Gallery, other art venues are located in the valley, including John Kiker’s studio and the Hondo Iris Farm and Gallery. Ruidoso is located approximately thirty minutes away and has numerous galleries. Roswell and the Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art and the Roswell Museum and Art Center are an hour drive from the Retreat Center.

Students are encouraged to bring their own work as the basis for discussion. A “Spiritual Art” exhibit will follow the seminar.

The seminar may be taken for college credit or audited. Lodging and meals are available for an additional nominal fee. Arrangements must be made in advance through the Retreat Center at www.sanpatricioretreat.org.

To register please call ENMU-Ruidoso Student Services at 575-257-3007 or toll free at 800-934-ENMU (3668). For more information on the seminar itself, please contact Bruce DeFoor at 575258-9210 or bruce.defoor@enmu.edu.

We want you! calling all art jurors

By Roxie Langford rvcc The Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce is preparing for the 41st Annual Art Festival at the Ruidoso Convention Center this coming July 27-29. An essential component of this festival is the art jurying process. Local jurors will be selected by March 9 to review submissions from applicants to the art show. The goal is to select the most diverse selection of quality artworks from local, state and national artists.

Artists selected by our local jurors will be notified of their inclusion in the event by April 2.

The RVCC invites any community member interested in participating in the jury process to contact us immediately and answer a few questions about their availability and areas of interest & qualifications. Art categories include: acrylics and oils, watercolors, pastel, pen, pencil & ink, pottery & porcelain, woodwork, metalwork, glass, jewelry, mixed media, photography, sculpture, fabric, weaving,

and leather.

For those who have juried this show in the past, know that the jurying process has been revolutionized by the Chamber’s recent implementation of ZAPP software, an art show industry standard. From the jury standpoint, Zapp manages all disciplines, images and scores for each artist. The juror only has to view, via computer, high resolution images of works from each artist in their medium and score them. It is not only simple and less time consuming, it is totally blind (no artist names) and scores are hidden from other jurors. The final tally is not visible to jurors, only to the administrators. The overall jurying process will be more streamlined, comprehensive and fair with the use of this software.

The jurying process will be done at the Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce on Chamber laptops. Jury training will be offered prior to the actual process.

Those interested in jurying this amazing art show in Ruidoso. Call Roxie Langford at the Chamber office at 257-7395.

is producing right now is “Grey Rose,” written by RHS Senior Candace Christopher, because he loves the uncomfortable feeling of dread and suspense in a thriller, which he knows audiences will also feel.

If you want to see the fun trailers Diego has made for the upcoming Red Feather Playwright’s Nights, March 9

and 10 go to www.youtube.com/user/redfeatherplaywright . Be sure to come see all the productions from the very serious “Broken Wings” and “Grey Rose” on March 9 at 7 p.m., to the more humorous “Grey World” and “My Aladdin” on March 10 at 7 p.m. Tickets will be $5 each night.

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Lincoln County treated to an evening of classical music

By E. D. (Eric) Ehrich For the Ruidoso Free Press On March 3, aficionados of classical music in our mountain community – as well as sundry folks seeking a broader horizon – were treated to a sumptuous musical experience by the Las Cruces Symphony/Chamber Orchestra at our “venue on the mesa”, the Spencer Theater. Lead by renowned conductor, Lonnie Klein, the orchestra also featured Eva León, internationally celebrated violinist from Spain.

Besides the purely musical experience, the audience was treated to pleasing visual effects, such as the elegant red, full-length dress of statuesque Srta.

León. Members of the orchestra were all in black with men in black-tie attire and ladies in black dress, which used to be the norm but is no longer de rigueur.

Maestro Klein in tails gave a lively performance on the podium. The program called him dynamic, which in this reporter’s view is an understatement.

The audience in the intimate setting was witness to the vigorous, almost athletic body language of this tall and elegant conductor. All this, of course, had the effect of a precise and flawless performance by the orchestra.

The program, with the exception of the 6 Italian Dances for String Orchestra, consisted of well known works by Mozart and Rossini. Leading the performance was the overture to La Scala de Seta by Gioacchino Rossini. This overture with its signature tempo and spirit of Rossini, was a fitting lead in for the grand Mozart work that followed Mozart’s Violin concerto No. 5 in A major K.219 was next. Also known as the “Turkish”, the concerto is one of the composer’s most popular works and may frequently be heard on classical radio. Soloist Eva León was precise, though sensitive and exciting, never missing a cue. Similarly, the orchestra operated like a well oiled machine. The

concerto’s nickname came about because of the composer’s energetic use of Turkish music in the rondo which has some of the memorable and catchy melodies of the concerto. The violin solo came in with the adagio of the first movement and a gentle (dolce) and rather short passage and set the tone for the Ms. León’s play for the remainder of the concerto. The audience rewarded the orchestra, soloist and conductor with tumultuous applause.

After an intermission, the second part of the concert started with the 6 Italian Dances for string orchestra by Peter Warlock. The melodies of these short pieces provided an interesting change of pace and prelude for the imposing orchestral work that followed.

The last item on the program was Mozart’s symphony No. 35 in D-Major, K. 385 with the return of the full orchestra. The K. 385 is also known as the “Haffner” as it was commissioned by the Haffner’s, a prominent family in Salzburg. It is said the composer chose the key of D-major because it is favored by the woodwinds; he also used it in many of his chamber music works for wood winds.

The symphony is one of the most popular of Mozart’s 41 symphonies and one of the most performed. It is scored in four movements beginning with the lively Allegro, which Mozart intended to be played “with fire”. This is followed by the Andante, changing the mood from the lively Allegro to graceful and sedate phrases. The mood changes again from the “serious” Andante with the brisk Menuetto, the 4th movement, which recalls the “fire” of the allegro. I am sure that the music of this symphony had some in the audience tempted to hum or even foot tap. In any event it once again prompted thundering applause and a standing ovation. Against the hope of many, Maestro Klein did not return for an encore, perhaps due to exhaustion.

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Performance-based incentives versus coLa

By Sue Hutchison reporter suehutch@valornet.com The 180-plus employees of the Village of Ruidoso will receive a pay increase. According to Councilor Jim Stoddard, it’s been two years. At the Feb. 28 council meeting, councilors debated what kind of increase would be given.

Typically, a COLA increase is considered. cost of living adjustments are given to assist employees in covering rising costs of utilities, groceries and fuel.

Councilor Denise Dean brought her concern that a performance-based increase might be more productive.

Stating annual reviews and evaluations give employees an incentive to improve, Dean advocated replacing COLA which doesn’t encourage improvements, with PBI. “My experience in education dealing with PBI is that it takes a lot of education to train assessors,” said

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Stoddard who wondered about the timing of instituting the process.

Councilors and employees agree, due to a rising cost of living, a pay increase is needed, and overdue.

With a workforce which already operates “lean and mean,” according to village manager, Debi Lee, existing village employees are a valuable asset to the community. Both COLA and PBI are viable options but COLA would be able to be funded as soon as early March. Developing PBI could take months, according to Stoddard.

Councilor Dean wants to make sure personal and corporate improvement stays high on the list of goals for the village workforce.

“There’s been a discussion on performance based raises for years but I think it can’t be rushed,” says Councilor Ron Hardeman. “There are two different discussions; one is COLA, because of gas, insurance and rising costs. The other is performance based raises.

PBI is the icing, COLA is the cake.” Mayor Ray Alborn

weighed in: “Performance based is the way to go, but until it’s in place it’s unfair to employees. Let’s give a two percent increase now and put PBI in place and review. We need to have incentives (for village workers) to live here.”

However, Councilor Gloria Sayers thinks the “cake” is the job security a government position affords employees. Benefits are a part of the total package for village workers and she can’t see asking citizens who “are in worse situations to take on more.”

When asked about a timeframe to implement a performance based incentive, Lee agreed that three months would give the village committee time to focus their efforts and customize a plan by departments. Hardeman made a motion to fund a two percent COLA for village employees and work to make performance based incentives a reality as soon as possible, which was passed five to two, Dean and Sayers voting no. The raise will take effect mid March.

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Después de la muerte de mi abuelo, mi abuela se quejaba de la soledad. Recuerdo que ella me dijo que ella sabía más acerca de Bo y la Esperanza (dos personajes de su serie favorita, ‘Days of Our Lives’) que lo hizo sobre mis actividades recientes.

Su médico le dijo que tenía que “salir más,” pero ella se negó a ir al centro de la comunidad de alto nivel. “No puedo soportar estar cerca de todas las personas de edad! Todo lo que importa hablar es de qué tan enfermo se siente!” Le dije que debería darle una oportunidad de todos modos. Después de todo, ella debe dar Bo y esperanza la oportunidad de resolver las cosas por su cuenta. Nos reímos y decidió jugar otra ronda de “Wahoo.”

He oído decir que la vida es acerca de la compañía. A pesar de que existen ‘down’ momentos en los que están convencidos de que lo mejor es hacer la vida de una ‘carrera en solitario,’ la verdad es que hay más valor en una palabra amable

y una patada en el trasero de un amigo que con sólo una palabra amable. No hay absolutamente nada en este mundo que puede sustituir a amar, aceptar y cuidar el contacto humano.

Una cosa que he descubierto acerca de alguna gente mayor es que a veces se preocupan de quejarse demasiado por miedo a no ser tomado en serio más adelante. Como resultado, pueden tener una tendencia a despedir a sus necesidades y se aíslan evitando así la parte inevitable del envejecimiento y se niega a recibir ayuda cuando realmente la necesite.

No me malinterpreten, no hay antídoto que alguna vez nos libere por completo del dolor de la pérdida o los ‘golpes y contusiones de los que acompañan a la jornada de la vida. Sin embargo, el camino quebrado de la vida también está poblado por compañeros de viaje dispuestos a prestar un oído atento y levantar un peso en el corazón.

Mi abuela, finalmente fue al centro para personas mayores. Hizo nuevos amigos y se le dio la oportunidad de animar a otros. No sé lo que pasó con Bo y la esperanza, pero mi abuela que se benefició de ‘salir’ más.

James D. Martin es el director del programa del Programa de Patrimonio para el Adulto Mayor en el Centro Médico del Condado de Lincoln. Pat-

rimonio es un programa diseñado para mejorar la calidad de vida para el adulto mayor. Exámenes confidenciales están disponibles con cita previa. Si por favor llame al 575-257-6283 interesados.

Weekly Featured Adoptable Pets

JohnCena is a very laid back quiet cat who loves to just sit back and enjoy life. He loves being petted, brushed and sitting outside soaking up the sun.

He has been at the shelter longer than any other animal.

Mazda is a very outgoing friendly girl. She loves playing outside with other dogs, and loves playing with toys and going for walks. Mazda is also house broken, and enjoys being brushed.

Mazda has been at the shelter longer than any other dog.

To adopt one of these featured pets, contact the Humane Society of Lincoln County. Hours of operation: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11-5 and Saturday 11-2. Location: 422 Gavilan Canyon, Ruidoso. 575-257-9841.

Website: adoptnmpet.com

ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR • 3-6 thru 3-12

tUeSDaY MARCH 6 Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

WeDneSDaY MARCH 7 Farmer’s market at SBS Wood Shavings in Glencoe from 9 to 11 a.m.

Preschool story time at the Ruidoso Public Library at 10:30 a.m. Dragon & magical mystical stories. Craft: Make a dragon.

Children’s Dept is located downstairs. the Sterilizers perform at Casa Blanca Restaurant on Mechem Drive from 6 to 9 p.m.

Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. tHUrSDaY MARCH 8 Live music with tomtom and friends at Sanctuary on the River, 207 Eagle Drive, 12 - 1:30 p.m.

Enjoy hearty soups and salads at ChopChop Inspired Salads and have some lunch-time fun with live music performed by TomTom and friends every Thursday.

Come see what’s happening at the Sanctuary. Lunch hours 11-2 Tues-Sat. 575-630-1111.

Karaoke with DJ Pete! Cree Meadows Lounge, 6 - 11 p.m., every Thursday, evening, including all you can eat taco bar from 6 - 9 p.m. Pass the word, the Cree Meadows lounge is open to the public!

Luke West, at Sacred Grounds Coffee on Sudderth at Mechem Drive, 7 - 9 p.m. Presented by the NM-OATH Performing Arts Initiative, a program of NM Organized Against Trafficking Humans (NMOATH).

Hillbilly Potentates will be playing at O’Malley’s Pub from 7 - 10 p.m.

Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

FrIDaY MARCH 9 cantina night at Laughing Sheep Farm, 1 mile west of Lincoln, Hwy 380, mm 96, from 5 to 9 p.m. Live music with guitar and fiddle playing Western Swing. mike Sanjku performs in Wendell’s Restaurant at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino from 5 to 10 p.m.

Doug Fuqua performs in Wendell’s Lounge at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino from 5 to 11 p.m. cree meadows country club

Things to do every day Ruidoso Winter Park Tubing Area, located at 500 W. State Highway 532, a quarter of a mile west of Hwy 48 on lower Ski Run Road in Alto. Open from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and until 9 p.m. on designated nights. “A premier snow play area,” as Bert the Conqueror from the Travel Channel says: “This is the Holy Grail of snow tubing.” The �irst-class tubing experience offers twists, turns, bumps, jumps and bobsled curves. They have more lift capacity and the largest tubing snowmaking system in the Rockies. Featuring exclusively designed tubes for 3-6 riders and super size tubes for 3-10 riders. By popular demand they have expanded the Kidz Korral which is a designated area exclusively for the smaller guests! Full snack bar with hot chocolate, nachos, dogs and the best handmade pizza in town at the Pizza Stand! For more information: (575) 336-7079; www.

ruidosowinterpark.com. Kids thru 7 years of age $9; juniors 8-17 $17 regular rates and $20 holiday rates; adults 18 and up $20 regular rates and $25 holiday rates.

All tickets are good for 3 hours or until end of the day whichever is shorter. Snow clothing available for rent.

Ruidoso River Museum - Open at 101 Mechem Drive in the building which previously housed Rush Ski Shop. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursday through Monday. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children.

Smokey Bear Park is open in Capitan. The Smokey Bear Historical Park is located on highway 380 (better known as 118 Smokey Bear Blvd.) in the heart of the Village of Capitan and is open everyday of the year except Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s day. Entrance fees into the park are $2 for adults, $1 for children 7-12. Children 6 and under are free. Smokey Bear Historical Park is oper-

meditation, Ruidoso Public Library, 107 Kansas City Road, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. John Cianciosi, author, “The Meditative Path” is the visiting speaker from the National Headquarters of the Theosophical Society in America in Wheaton, Ill. Meditation is a systematic training of the mind for cultivating inner peace and outer harmony. In this workshop, John Cianciosi will offer participants an overview of the theory and practice of meditation. This presentation follows his book, “The Meditative Path.” Find out about simple relaxation techniques for relieving stress; the use of mindfulness of breathing to calm and concentrate the mind; and ways to cultivate awareness in daily life. Join in a guided meditation, followed by discussion. The Building Community, Civility & Compassion programs offered at the Ruidoso Public Library this month were made possible by a grant from the American Library Association and the Fetzer Institute. For more information, contact Corey Bard, 575-258-3704; www.youseemore.com/ruidosop. Free. mark Kashmar, acoustic guitars and vocals, performs at Zocca Coffee from 2-4 p.m.

Doug Fuqua performs in Wendell’s Lounge at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino from 5 to 11 p.m.

SatUrDaY mike Sanjku performs in MARCH 10 Wendell’s Restaurant at the Inn Building common ground: of the Mountain Gods Resort & reflections: Introduction to Casino from 5 to 10 p.m. is hosting a fish fry and live band. tomas vigil performs at Landlocked Restaurant on Mechem Drive from 6 to 9 p.m.

Susan Landers Kolb performs at the No Name Café 6 - 9 p.m. during Prime Time Fridays. 522 Sudderth, 575-257-2253. Friday evening dinners are by reservation.

Luke West live at Sacred Grounds, 7 - 9 p.m. Original Americana country blues to warm your soul! Presented by the NM-OATH Performing Arts Initiative, a program of NM Organized Against Trafficking Humans (NM-OATH). michael Beyer performs older songs and jazz at Kokopeli Country Club in Alto from 7 to 10 p.m.

Karaoke at The Elks Lodge on Highway 70, next to the Ruidoso Emporium, at 7 p.m. with All For Fun Karaoke. the eliminators perform at Casa Blanca Restaurant on Mechem Drive from 7 to 9 p.m.

Jace n Lee (Southern Roadhouse Rock) perform in Club 49 at Inn of the Mountain Gods, 8 p.m.

Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. aaron r. Lacombe and Company perform at Casa Blanca Restaurant on Mechem Drive from 9 to 10 p.m.

Live music downstairs at Lucy’s Cantina in Midtown Ruidoso from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

ated by EMNRD-Forestry Division.

Simulcast Horse Racing at Billy the Kid’s Race Book at Ruidoso Downs Race Track & Casino. Simulcast races are shown live from across the country and betting windows are open to place your wager. Billy’s Race Book also serves delicious food and has a full bar. If you love horse racing, it is the place to go.

Hubbard Museum of the American West, Ruidoso Downs - the �irst New Mexico museum to be granted “af�iliate” status with the Smithsonian Institution.

The Museum is home to an extensive permanent collection of magni�icent carriages, wagons, saddles, �irearms and Indian artifacts, as well as ever-changing traveling exhibits. Located just east of the Ruidoso Downs Race Track on Highway 70, the entrance to the Museum features the landmark bronze “Free Spirits of Noisy Water,” one of the largest equine sculptures in the U.S. with eight larger-

tomas vigil performs at Landlocked Restaurant & Bar on Mechem from 6 to 9 p.m.

Free movie at Sacred Grounds: “As It Is In Heaven”, 2825 Sudderth Dr., 6:30 - 9 p.m. Nominated for Best Foreign Film at the 2005 Academy Awards, this is the story of Daniel, a successful international conductor who returns to his childhood village in Sweden.

Soon thereafter, the local church choir seeks him out to solicit his advice. He can’t refuse, and nothing in the village is the same again. For more information, contact Sacred Grounds Coffee & Tea House: 575-257-2273. the eliminators perform at Casa Blanca Restaurant and Cantina on Mechem Drive from 7 to 9 p.m. michael Beyer performs older songs and jazz at Kokopeli Country Club in Alto from 7 to 10 p.m.

Jace n Lee (Southern Roadhouse Rock) perform in Club 49 at Inn of the Mountain Gods, 8 p.m.

Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. aaron Lacombe Band performs at Casa Blanca Restaurant and Cantina on Mechem Drive, 9 - 10 p.m.

Live music downstairs at Lucy’s Cantina in Midtown Ruidoso from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

SUnDaY MARCH 11 Daylight Savings time begins Don’t forget to turn your clock forward one hour!

than-life horses, representing seven different breeds. The Museum is open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Admission begins at $6 for adults with discounts available for seniors, military and youth. The Hubbard Museum of the American West is owned and operated by the City of Ruidoso Downs. To �ind more information on the Hubbard Museum of the American West, please visit www.hubbardmuseum.org or call 575-378-4142.

Pillow’s Funtrackers - Open weekends and most holidays throughout the year. 101 Carrizo Canyon Road just off Sudderth. Pillow’s Funtrackers is the premier family fun center in New Mexico.

We have been providing fun to thousands of families for over twenty years.

Our park includes three go-kart tracks, miniature golf, arcade, Mountain Maze, and seasonal attractions such as Bumper Boats, Panning for Gemstones, Rock Climbing Wall, Extreme Air, and Kiddie Bounce House.

Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. monDaY MARCH 12 Brain Stretching Forum at ENMU-Ruidoso, 10 a.m. - Noon.

An open forum for discussing ancient theories, modern dilemmas and current events returns. There is no fee and registration is not required. Local experts in a variety of fields act as facilitators and participants are encouraged to

bring their life experiences and opinions to share in the round table format. Areas of exploration include relationships, consciousness, the role of technology and the nature and limitations of knowledge. There are no prerequisites. Refreshments are provided. For more information, call the Community Education Department at 257-3012; www.ruidoso. enmu.edu/.

Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso from 8:30 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

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March 6, 2012

Building strength while harvesting grace

weaknesses. The cross is the only hope for mankind, and each of us has sinned and need the cross. Grace defined is: the free gift of Jesus Christ which, when received, rescues us from our lost and hopeless condition and empowers us through the Holy Spirit to enjoy eternal life.”

Founded by seven gentlemen who were contractors, the church was originally named Trinity Mountain Fellowship. Built on the principles of eldership-leadership, there were several who assumed oversight and management responsibilities. Through an extensive church metamorphosis, Grace Harvest now belongs to “Kerygma” (Greek for Gospel) network of churches.

Personal growth is paramount and GH facilitates several avenues. In progress now is a 12-week program named Cleansing Stream, which focuses on speaking, living and growing in the Holy Spirit. Community studies are also a part of the regular schedule at Grace Harvest.

Sue Hutchison/Ruidoso Free Press Teresa Barnett puts it this way, “Our community is a Bobby Barnett, pastor of grace Harvest church. gathering of grace-focused followers of Jesus Christ.

We are a Biblically sound and Spirit-filled family seeking to restore and heal people through loving Charles Clary relationships.”

For four or five weeks, a bronchial illness has been affecting up to a thouFor more information, sand of our ‘over-60’ residents. Not being an M.D., I certainly can not diagnose contact Pastor Barnett at: nor prescribe medication for the condition. But I have presonally suffered 575-336-4213. Grace Harfrom the congestion and coughing. vest Church is located at The bronchitis can easily turn into pneumonia without proper treatment.

806 Gavilan Canyon Road I advise our affl icted to see their physician if the situation lasts for more than in Ruidoso. Email them three days or is accompanied by fever, headache, etc. at graceharvestchurch@ If you are neighbors or friends with one of these more mature individuals, gmail.com or visit their you might want to check on them.

Some folks won’t ask for help, even though website: graceharvestruthey might need it.

Many do not have family members nearby. Be a good idoso.net. neighbor. You might check on church and social friends as well.

While I was ill, I received a few calls. I was grateful for them. I was so sick for two or three days, I was also grateful for those who didn’t call. I didn’t need Weekday Bible study any company. I didn’t want anyone getting what I had. I am thankful that I have a doctor who makes house calls. groups available I am recovering, but it sure took a lot out of me.

There are two Bible study groups at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran CHURCH SERVICES Church that meet during the week.

Sunday School 9:45 AM The men’s ministry group will WayneJoyce.com Morning Worship 10:45 AM meet on the first and third Thursday Sunday Night 6:00 PM Listen or Download FREE Wednesday Night 7:00 PM of each month at 8 a.m. at El Paraiso Restaurant, 721 Mechem Drive (in the Sierra Mall).

RUIDOSO BAPTIST CHURCH Hearts in Service women’s Bible Teaching you Chapter by Chapter & Verse by Verse. study meets on Tuesdays at 1:15 p.m.

126 Church Drive • Ruidoso, NM • 575-378-4174 at the church in the fellowship hall. All Next to Family Vision Center on Mescalero Drive are welcome.

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By Sue Hutchison reporter suehutch@valornet.com The name Barnett conjures up thoughts of floor covering for most Lincoln County residents. To some, however, that name brings to mind a shepherd.

Bobby and wife of almost 30 years, Teresa have been shepherding the flock at Grace Harvest Church on Gavilan Canyon Road coming up on four years in May. They took the leadership role after Vernon and Marcie Brinkley resigned. Three sons and a daughter, all adults, round out the family as well as two grandchildren.

Born in Roswell, Barnett graduated from Goddard High, attended Oklahoma University for a while, and ended up back home in 1981, helping in the family business. Family tragedies left an impression on Barnett when he was a youngster, and forced him to learn difficult lessons. As a result, and as a result of grace, Barnett has a unique perspective about shepherding.

Although the name on the door says Grace Harvest, Barnett thinks the church is all about harvesting grace.

“We have a lot of people who function in 12-step recovery programs,” and he wants to ask those who walk through the doors, “How can we help you?” The gift of grace is an integral part of the fellowship’s focus.

Grace Harvest wants to be a place where “AA” is practiced. Acceptance is offered “right where you are” and Authenticity in lifestyle are two main functions of the congregation. Barnett, no stranger to pain, has experienced grace at very deep levels in his personal life, and seeks to ensure the church offers the same. Yet, as a shepherd fiercely protects his flock, Barnett watches carefully to ensure his parishioners are nurtured and secure.

In explaining more of GH’s philosophy, Barnett states, “We boast only in the cross of Christ and our own

‘the sign of Jonah’

“The Sign of Jonah,” reflecting on Jesus’ words in Matthew 12, is the theme for the series of midweek Lenten services at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church.

Pastor Schoech’s message on March 7 will be “Our providing God,” based on Jonah 1:17. The 6:30 p.m.

Lenten service will be preceded by a soup supper at 5:30 p.m.

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ANGLICAN The Anglican Church of the Savior Fr. John Huffman, Pastor; 2816 Sudderth, Ruidoso. For more information, call Father John @ 9377977 Mescalero Family Worship Center Gary Dorsey, Pastor; 464-4741 ASSEMBLY OF GOD Carrizozo Community Church (AlG) Barbara Bradley, Pastor. Corner of C Ave. & Thirteenth One Church Pastor Todd Carter. 139 El Paso Road, Ruidoso. 575-257-2324. wwwonechurchnm.com BAPTIST Canaan Trail Baptist Roland Burnett, Pastor; Located just past milepost 14 on Hwy. 48, between Angus & Capitan. 336-1979 First Baptist Church - Carrizozo; 314 Tenth Ave., Carrizozo. 648-2968; Hayden Smith, Pastor First Baptist Church - Ruidoso 270 Country Club Drive, Ruidoso,NM 88345. (575) 257-2081; Dr. Allen Stoddard, Pastor First Baptist Church - Ruidoso Downs 361 E. Hwy 70, 378-4611, Randy Widener, Pastor First Baptist Church - Tinnie Bill Jones, Pastor Mescalero Baptist Mission 1016 Old Road Box 9, Mescalero, NM 88340, 585-973-0560, Pastor Zach Malott Mountain Baptist Church Independent-Fundamental KJV. 145 E. Grandview Capitan - (575) 937-4019 Ruidoso Baptist Church Wayne Joyce, Pastor; 126 Church Drive, Palmer Gateway. 378-4174 Trinity Southern Baptist Church (south on Highway 48) 700 Mt. Capitan Rd. 354-2044. Mel Gnatkowski, Pastor 808-0607 BAHA’I FAITH Baha’i Faith Meeting in members’ homes. 257-2987 or 258-5595 BUDDHIST Buddhism of the Lotus Sutra George Brown; 257-1569 CATHOLIC Saint Eleanor Catholic Church 120 Junction Road, Ruidoso, 257-2330.

Reverend AI Galvan Saint Theresa Catholic Church Corona. Sunday Mass: 6 p.m.

Saint Joseph’s Apache Mission Mescalero. Father Paul Botenhagen, OFM Our Lady of Guadalupe Bent. Father Larry Gosselin Sacred Heart Catholic Church 299 3rd St, Capitan, 354-9102 Santa Rita Catholic Church

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243 Birch, Carrizozo. 648-2853. Father Franklin Eichhorst CHRISTIAN Christian Community Church 127 Rio Corner w/Eagle, Mid-town. For more information call: 378-7076 First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Rev. Ryan Arnold; 1211 Hull at Gavilan Canyon Road, 258-4250 Carrizo Christian Fellowship Leonard Kanesewah Ill, Pastor. 56 White Mt. Dr., 3 mi. W of Inn of the Mountain Gods Mescalero. 464-4656 CHURCH OF CHRIST Gateway Church of Christ 415 Sudderth, Ruidoso, 257-4381 Church of Christ - Capitan Highway 48. Joshua Watkins, Minister CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST LDS Church of Jesus Christ LDS Ruidoso Ward, 1091 Mechem Bishop Jon Ogden, (575) 258-1253 Church of Jesus Christ LDS Mescalero Branch, Mormon Missionaries (575) 317-2375 EPISCOPAL Episcopal Church of the Holy Mount 121 Mescalero Trail, Ruidoso. Rev. Judith Burgess Rector 257-2356. Website: www.eclc.us St. Anne’s Episcopal Chapel in Glencoe Episcopal Chapel of San Juan in Lincoln St. Matthias Episcopal Chapel Carrizozo, 6th & E Street FOURSQUARE Capitan Foresquare Church Hwy 48, Capitan. Harold W. Perry, Pastor EVANGELICAL The Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Church 1035 Mechem Dr. (575) 802-5242 FULL GOSPEL Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship Int’l K-Bob’s Hwy. 70 in Ruidoso. Ron Rice, 354-0255, e-mail fgbmfi@ruidoso-online.com Mission Fountain of Living Water San Patricio JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES Jehovah’s Witness - Ruidoso Kingdom Hall 1102 Gavilan Canyon Rd., 336-4147, 257-7714 Congregacion Hispana de los Testigos de Jehova 1102 Gavilan Canyon Rd., 336-4147, 378-7095 JEWISH / HEBREW Kehilla Bat- Tzion & Hebrew Learning Center, Inc. 2204 Sudderth Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345 575-257-0122 LUTHERAN Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran

Church 575-258-4191; 1120 Hull Road. Pastor Thomas Schoech. www.shlcruidoso.org METHODIST Community United Methodist Church Junction Road, behind Wells Fargo Bank.

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Capitan United Methodist Church Pastor Jean Riley and the congregation of Capitan United Methodist. White Oaks and Third in Capitan. 575-648-2846 Trinity United Methodist Church 1000 D. Ave. 648-2893/648-2846. Carrizozo. Jean Riley, Pastor NAZARENE Angus Church of the Nazarene Angus, 12 miles north of Ruidoso on Hwy. 48, 336-8032. Rick Hutchison, Pastor QUAKER Quaker Worship Group Unprogrammed meeting at the Anderson-Freeman Visitor’s Center in Lincoln. For details of this and other Quaker activities contact Sandra Smith at 575-653-4951 PENTECOSTAL Apostolic Pentecostal Assembly Retired Pastor and author Harry A. Peyton Abundant Life United Pentecostal Church of Ruidoso 613 Sudderth Dr. Unit D. Pastor, Art Dunn, Youth Pastor, Nathaniel Dunn.

Free home Bible studies PRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church 101 Sulton Drive (Nob Hill), Ruidoso, 257-2220. Tony Chambless, Pastor Ancho Community Presbyterian Church Pastor Terry Aiello, CLP Corona United Presbyterian Church Pastor Terry Aiello, CLP Nogal Presbyterian Church Reverend E.W. “Bo” Lewis REFORMED CHURCH Mescalero Reformed Mescalero. Bob Schut, Pastor SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Ruidoso Seventh Day Adventist 207 Parkway, Agua Fria, Ruidoso Downs, 378-4161. Pastor Andrew Spooner 575-437-8916; 1st Elder Manuel Maya 575-9374487 UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIP Sacramento Mountains Unitarian Universalist Fellowship Call 336-2170 or 257-8912 for location NON-DENOMINATIONAL American Missionary Fellowship Rick Smith, 682-2999. E-mail: RickS@ americanmissionary.org Calvary Chapel 127 Vision, next to Cable Co., 257-5915.

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Pastor John Marshall Casa de Oracion Comunidad Cristiana Ruidoso 304 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345 (575) 257-6075. Pastor: Carlos & Gabby Carreon. *All Services are Bilingual* - Translators Available Centro Familiar Destino 304 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345, (575) 257-0447. Services are bilingual Christ Church in the Downs Ruidoso Downs, 378-8464. AI and Marty Lane, Pastors Christ Community Fellowship Capitan, Highway 380 West, 354-2458.

Ed Vinson, Pastor Church Out of Church Meeting at the Flying J Ranch, 1028 Hwy. 48, Alto. Pastors: Tim & Julie Gilliland. Mailing Address: 1009 Mechem #11 Ruidoso 88345. 575-2581388. www.churchoutofchurch.com.

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Cornerstone Church Cornerstone Square, 613 Sudderth Drive, 257-9265. John & Joy Wyatt, Pastors Cowboy Church Preacher Buster Reed of Amarillo. Call 378-4840 for more info Foot of the Cross Christian Ministries 2812 Sudderth (Pine Tree Shopping Center) Pastor, Phil Appel. For more info please call 937-8677 or visit our website at www.thefootofthecross.org Grace Harvest Church

1108 Gavilan Canyon Rd, 336-4213 Iglesia Bautista “Vida Eterna” Pastor Rev, Ramon Robledo. 207 East Circle, Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346, 361 E. Hwy. 70, (575) 378-8108. Email: revrobledo@lycos.com J Bar J Church 40 Hwy 70W, 575-257-6899 Pastor Charles W. Clary. E-mail: jbarjcountrychurcb@ruidoso.net Miracle Life Ministry Center Ron Rice & Catherine Callahan, Ministers Available 24 hours for healing, prayer.

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March 6, 2012

PLANT from pg. 1 States. “This is a huge win for the environment downstream from Ruidoso, Ruidoso Downs and the Mescalero Reservation. I feel great about this project for Lincoln County.”

Strict environmental scrutiny followed a lawsuit filed in federal district court regarding pollution of the riparian ecosystem below the plant. A settlement between Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs, the plant’s owners, and the plaintiffs, which include environmental groups and private property owners living downstream, determined the stringent pollution protections and habitat improvements for the Rio Ruidoso. Terry Brunner, Director for the New Mexico USDA Rural Development division in Albuquerque praised the facility. ”There’s more activity around that river area. Riparian wildlife is returning and this state of the art facility assures the protection of water quality and rejuvenation for your river,” Brunner said.

The Ruidoso/Ruidoso Downs Regional Wastewater Plant was funded by $8.7 million in Reinvestment Recovery Act and 9.75 million in USDA grant and low interest loan funding. Construction was put at $28.3 million while engineering expenses were $3.7 million. Zach Riley, field representative from

Congressman Steve Pearce’s office said, “Rural economies need these critical infrastructure projects as the previous treatment system here would not be able to sustain increased volume and economic growth.

During the VIP tour following the ribbon cutting ceremony, Waste Management Director Bobby Snowden pointed out the deficiencies of the antiquated sludge system currently in use said, “The treated effluent which is reintroduced to the river will be free of traditional hazardous chemicals such as chlorine and is organically friendly to the river ecosystem downstream.” The environment is a major benefactor of this advanced wastewater treatment system.

The current sludge piles from the present system can be used for a variety of agricultural fertilizer purposes. Snowden said; “Although they are not ideal for use in small gardens, the sludge, which resembles the consistency of mulch piles is great for croplands, grazing lands and even the shoulders of roadways which would assist in the revegetation of native plants while preventing erosion. “ He assures the by-product is safe for the described uses and is available at no charge.

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YOUTH from pg. 1 and recreational areas; Robert Donaldson, director for the R.D. & Joan Dale Hubbard Foundation stepped up and presented the Sierra Blanca Boys and Girls Club with a $15,000 donation, much to the total surprise and heartfelt gratitude of a genuinely emotional Coughlin.

“We were a supporter of the Community Youth Warehouse and the Foundation fully supports the Boys & Girls Club,” Donaldson said.

The grand opening festivities included a musical presentation from Up with People, a dance routine from the Ruidoso Dance Ensemble, martial arts demonstrations, food, games and the opportunity for par-

ticipants to place their handprints on the wall in the entryway. More than one hundred kids and their parents attended the grand opening.

Coughlin named dozens of supporters and thanked everyone who contributed to the organization, regardless of the amount of service. “Today, and from now on, it’s all about the boys and girls in Lincoln County and the future we are providing for them with this facility and developing this organization, right here,” Coughlin said. Boys & Girls Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.

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120 LEGAL NOTICES REGION IX EDUCATION COOPERATIVE COORDINATING COUNCIL MEETING - Thursday, March 15, 2012, 9:00 a.m. – REC IX Executive Director’s Office. The meeting is open to the public. Agenda items include budget adjustments/submissions, fiscal, program updates, and employment recommendations/resignations. In accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, community members are requested to contact Cathy Jones at (575)257-2368, if public accommodations are needed. /s/ Cathy Jones, Executive Director INVITATION FOR BID Notice is hereby given that the Village of Ruidoso, Lincoln County, New Mexico calls for sealed bids on Bid #2012-015B. The Village of Ruidoso is requesting sealed bids for Uniform Laundry service.

Interested bidders may secure a copy of the specifications from the Purchasing Department at 311 Center St. or will be mailed upon written request, email request or telephone request to Vicki Eichelberger, Purchasing Agent, at 575/257-2721, email VickiEichelberger@ruidoso-nm.gov Bids will be received at Village of Ruidoso Purchasing Warehouse if hand delivered - 311 Center St., Ruidoso, NM 88345, if mailed – Village of Ruidoso, Purchasing Dept., 313 Cree Meadows Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345, until Tuesday, March 20, 2012 at 2:00 P.M. Mountain Time.

Submitted bids will be transmitted and publicly opened at 2:10 P.M. Mountain Time and read aloud at the Annex Building at 421 Wingfield. Any bids received after closing time will be rejected and returned unopened.

The Village of Ruidoso reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids and waive all informalities as deemed in the best interest of the Village.

Vicki Eichelberger Village of Ruidoso Purchasing Agent INVITATION FOR BID Notice is hereby given that the Village of Ruidoso, Lincoln County, New Mexico calls for sealed competitive bids on IFB 2012-014B for the WATERLINE INSTALLATION WORK ON EMBDY ROAD AND RANDLE DRIVE. Bids will be received at Village of Ruidoso Purchasing Warehouse located at 311 Center St., Ruidoso, NM 88345 until 2:00 p.m. Mountain time, Friday, March 16, 2012. Submitted bids will be transported and opened at the Annex Building at 421 Wingfield at 2:15 p.m. Mountain Time. Any bids received after closing time will be rejected and returned unopened.

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Interested bidders may secure a copy of the bid at the Village of Ruidoso Purchasing warehouse at 311 Center St. Ruidoso, NM or by calling 575/257-2721.

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225 SANTIAGO CIRCLE – FURN or UNF 3 BDR / 2 BA w/2-car garage, microwave, dishwasher, & W/D. $3000/Mo includes utilities.

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Ruidoso Free Press

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