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happening May 3

Lincoln County Prayer Breakfast

61st National Day of Prayer at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Daughter of evangelist Billy Graham, Ruth Graham speaks about the struggles in her own life.

6:30 a.m. 937-2849. $10.

May 4 & 5

Derby Day at the Downs

All the action of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday and the Kentucky Oaks on Friday at Ruidoso Downs and Billy The Kid Casino. On Saturday, Billy’s Race Book opens at 8 a.m. with every race from Churchill Downs being simulcast with full wagering opportunities on Churchill Downs and other tracks from coast-to-coast.

The All American Turf Club will also be open with free seating and a lunch buffet.

10th Annual Smokey Bear Days

Celebrate Smokey and all he stands for: fire prevention and education, plus free live music, a street dance, visits from Smokey Bear, vendor’s marketplace, fun and education for the kids, chainsaw carving contest, auction of Smokey Bear memorabilia and much more. Parade Saturday at 10 a.m. www. sbhacapitan.org, 575-3542748. Free.

May 5

Flying J Wrangler Stage Show

With proceeds going to the Ruidoso Home Care & Hospice Foundation to assist Lincoln County residents with end of life care, the ‘Flying J Wranglers’ Stage Show and silent auction is one of the most fun fundraisers around. Doors open at 6 p.m., dinner at 7, show at 8:20. 575-258-0028. $25 adults, $15 children.

18th Annual Ruidoso Fiesta

Bright costumes, colorful music and incredible dancers celebrating the fiesta traditions, ages kindergarten through high school. Ruidoso High School Performing Arts Center, 125 Warrior Drive, 6:30 p.m. 505-6606652. $5.

Gary Puckett & The Union Gap

During the late 60s Gary Puckett & The Union Gap forged a series of massive chart ballads and ultimately garnered six consecutive gold records and 10 top billboard hits for their tunes “Young Girl,” “Woman Woman,” “Lady Willpower,” “Over You,” “Don’t Give In to Him” and “Home.” Spencer Theater, Angus burger buffet 5 p.m., show at 7 p.m. 1-888818-7872, www.spencertheater.com. $66 and $69.

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Lt. Governor Sanchez salutes responders, talks rural economics

By Eugene Heathman Aging utility Editor infrastructure eugene@ruidosofreepress.com Ruidoso shares similar resDuring an April 25 visit to ervoir problems with Las Vegas, Ruidoso for the Region III EMS N.M. which remains in a water conference and local candidate crisis due to leaking or inadreception held at the Lodge equate dams. Village officials at Sierra Blanca, Lt Governor have spent millions of dollars Sanchez affirmed that Lincoln and will spend millions more County is not some long, lost to repair Grindstone and Alto land south of I-40. reservoir but have been impeded Sanchez took to the radio by state and federal agencies airwaves at MTD Media to constantly adjusting the criteria. express his gratitude for the “In addition to our already sacrifices of New Mexico’s drought stricken climate, water first responders who Sanchez is a very important component proclaimed as local heroes in for the existence of the comadvance of what is predicted munities in Lincoln County and as a possibly worse fire season Photo courtesy of Sandi Aguilar these problems need to be fixed than last year. One aspect of Lt Gov. Sanchez takes to the airwaves at the MTD studios dur- while we have the opportunity,” Sanchez’s solutions to uncontrolSanchez said. The Lt. Governor ing his visit to Ruidoso for the EMS conference and election lable wildfires was responsible was made aware of the aging candidate meet and greet at the Lodge at Sierra Blanca. management of national forests and non-redundant electric and and public lands. is being lost to invasive tree species and lack broadband utility infrastructure. of timber management, particularly in this Power supplies are heavily burdened heavy drought cycle,” Sanchez said. “ Government interference during the peak tourist season and intermitThe Lt. Governor remains optimistic “Part of the problem is the federal tently disrupted for a variety of reasons and that New Mexicans, guided by responsible government overreach by restricting forest he found the deficiency unacceptable. “The government leadership over the long term, management specifically the harvesting of new administration has been much more can compete with anyone in the nation ecotimber. New Mexico used to have a vibrant responsive to the needs of communities and timber industry providing thousands of jobs,” nomically. “It’s not the job of government to their ability to attract more business which is create jobs but to provide a business friendly hard to do when you can’t turn the lights on Sanchez said. environment,” Sanchez said.

Sanchez contends that ethical forest or get Internet access,” Sanchez said.

According to Sanchez, industries such as management ties in with more effective watershed protection which will in turn develop tourism, agriculture in addition to oil and gas Tackling the issues development are the backbone of central and wildlife habitat for hunting and other recreAs a business owner for more than thirty ational uses thus boosting the local economy. southeastern New Mexico, yet are continuyears, Sanchez is very concerned about see saNCHeZ, pg 5 “We need to reclaim all the water we can that ally being hindered by federal regulation.

EMS conference an economic boost

By Sue Hutchison Reporter suehutch@valornet.com Firefighters, emergency medical personnel and nationally recognized presenters descended upon Ruidoso last week for the Region 3 Annual EMS (Emergency Medical Services) Convention. More than 1,200 participants registered to attend, according to Jim Stover, EMS coordinator for Lincoln County and Region 3 board member.

In its 17th year, the conference attracts speakers, many of whom ask for the privilege of presenting information at the Ruidoso Conference. “Around 60 to 70 percent of EMS workers who attend also use their vacation time and bring their families,” says Stover, who notes that most EMS personnel

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Members of the Santa Rosa Fire Department prepare to learn accident patient extraction skills using the Jaws of Life during the annual EMS Conference at the Ruidoso Convention Center. are bi-vocational by necessity. Families enjoy local attractions while EMS workers attend pre-conference classes and core continuing education courses throughout the week.

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Ruidoso Downs track opens for training

Photo courtesy of Ty Wyant

Training races for two-year-old Quarter Horses will be held May 7-9 at Ruidoso Downs after a very successful debut last year. The 300-yard training races begin each morning at 8:30 a.m. and post times will be 18 minutes apart. There will be a maximum of six horses in each race.

The entry deadline for training races is 11 a.m. on May 3, with a $50 entry fee for each horse. A welcome barbeque for horsemen will be held at the chapel following the training races on May 9. The training races precede the trials to the $600,000 Ruidoso Futurity on opening day, May 25, of the summer season.

The two-year-olds in the training races are also pointing to the $2.4 million All American Futurity on Labor Day. The All American Futurity is the world’s richest Quarter Horse race and boasts the largest purse for a two-year-old racehorse of any breed in North America.

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“They are so easy to work with and we’re always glad to come back to Ruidoso each year.” Elliott states that in 2010, more than 3.2 million in tourist dollars was injected into the local economy because of the conference.

Firefighters learn extrication in the parking lot at the Ruidoso Convention Center, along with EMTs (Emergency Medical Technician) getting practice with skills presented by the newest techniques. Inside the convention center, dozens of booths showing the latest in technology along with cutting edge vehicles and flight systems are presented.

Vendors enjoy coming to Region 3’s conferences. “It’s the biggest and most attended in all of New Mexico,” says Spencer W. Harris, executive territory manager for Laerdal Medical Corporation. “Region 3 takes good care of their vendors and offers the best exposure for our products.”

Because of their stellar reputation and results, Region 3 has been asked to take charge of the statewide EMS Convention in Albuquerque in July.

There are some who want to move the conference back to Clovis, but most agree that the Sacramento Mountains and Ruidoso offer the best location for the annual event, according to Elliot. Those who wish to offer opinions or learn more about the conference are encouraged to visit Region 3’s website: www.region3.org and contact the board of directors at the information listed.

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residents. Tickets are on sale at The Wild Herb, Ruidoso Chamber of Commerce, Prestige Cabinets and Ruidoso Home Care & Hospice. Call 258-0028 for more information. Cost is $25 per adult, $15 for kids 12 and under.

Republican primary candidates will be at Capitan Village Hall today from 6:30 p.m. for questions from the public. There will also be a meet-and-greet Thursday at Carrizozo Town Hall at 400 9th Street from 5-8 p.m.

Candidates to appear are Preston Stone and Karyl Williams for Lincoln County Commission, Sterling Spencer and Douglas Fuqua for Probate Judge, State Representative Nora Espinoza, State Senators Aubry Dunn and William Burt, U.S. Senate candidate Greg Sowards and Sheriff candidates Robert Sheppard, Minera Davalos and Miguel Garcia.

Republican convention The precinct caucuses and quadrennial Lincoln County Republican convention will be held May 12 beginning at 98 a.m. at Cree Meadows Country Club. The purpose of the convention is to elect delegates and alternate candidates to this year’s Republican state convention.

Free transportation

Alpine district meet

Free transportation is available in Ruidoso for senior citizens aged 60 years and older. For details or to request transportation services, please call one day in advance. This service is provided Monday through Friday for local transportation only. Contact the Ruidoso Senior Center at 257-4565.

The Alpine Village Water and Sanitation District’s regular monthly meeting is May 7 at 4 p.m. in the district’s building at 114 Alpine Meadows Trail.

Agendas are available at least 24 hours prior to meeting time.

Hospice fundraiser The annual Ruidoso Hospice Foundation fundraiser is coming to the Flying J Ranch, May 5. The event features a chuck wagon supper, silent auction with items donated by local businesses and artists, and an Old West stage show with music by the Flying J performers.

Doors open at 6 p.m., and proceeds provide end-of-life care for qualified Lincoln County

Summer meals The Boys & Girls Club of Sierra Blanca plans to increase the number of meals that were served last year as the Community Youth Center Warehouse.

More than 13,000 meals were served to youth throughout Lincoln County, and club Executive Director Tim Coughlin

wants to increase both the number of sites and total number of meals served in 2012.

There is no income requirement for a youth to participate in the program, only that the youth be between the ages of 5 and 18. For more information, call Coughlin at 575-80808338, or visit the club’s website at www.bgcSierraBlanca.org.

Helping enrich Hondo Thanks to a grant through Dreyers’ Fruit Bars and the Fruit Tree Planting Foundation’s “Communities Take Root” program, residents can vote to bring a fruit orchard to the Hondo Community Garden.

The garden was selected from hundreds of applications nationwide as one of the possible sites for an orchard provided by Dreyers, but now it’s up to residents to make it a reality by visiting www.CommunitiesTakeRoot.com to support the planting of this orchard. You can vote once a day, every day, through Aug. 29. Only the top 17 locations with the most votes will get this opportunity.

The Hondo Community Garden is part of the Lincoln and Otero County Healthy Life Initiative, a group of public and private agencies and local gardeners, supported by the U.S. Forest Service. In 2011, the program introduced more than 300 students to methods for cultivating a diverse, organic

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food garden. Learn more about the Healthy Life Initiative by visiting the NMAC’s website at www.nmhealthykids.org.

Low-cost yoga A low-cost community yoga class for beginners and intermediate students is held every Friday from 5:30-7 p.m. at the Blue Lotus Healing Arts Center, 2810 Sudderth in room 207 above Schlotzsky’s. The class includes strength and flexibility postures, restorative poses, 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.

The Arid Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 1216 Mechem at 7:30 a.m., noon and 5:15 p.m. daily; Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday at 7 p.m. There is also a Monday 6:30 p.m. women’s open meeting and beginners and young peoples’ big book study Fridays at 7 p.m.

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.

Al Anon of Ruidoso – for fam-

ily 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.

noon-1 p.m. in the parlor at First Baptist Church, 270 Country Club Dr. For information, contact Mary Barnett at 2579810.

The Federated Woman’s Club of Ruidoso, supporting community service organizations and providing scholarships, meets Mondays at 11 a.m. at 116 S. Evergreen Dr. A pot luck lunch at noon is followed by bridge and other card games.

A special program is also presented most months. The group and hosts Yoga Wednesdays. For times or further information, call 257-2309.

The Kiwanis Club of Ruidoso meets every Tuesday at noon at K-Bobs.

Inspired Living at Sanctuary on the River is held every week from Tuesday through Thursday with various disciplines offered.

Tuesday – Iyengar Yoga in the conservatory, intermediate 10 a.m.-noon, gentle 4-5 p.m., beginner/mixed 5:30-7 p.m.

Wednesday – Tai Chi. Develop balance, flexibility and movement, 10-11 a.m.

Thursday – Qi Gong. Cultivate energy, strength and health, 10-11 a.m.

Also on Thursday, music and lunch with TomTom and Friends, noon-1:30 p.m. For more information, call 6301111.

The Lincoln County fibromyalgia and chronic pain support group meets on the third Thursday of each month from

The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Posse is part of American Western history that continues today. The Posse has evolved into an all-volunteer community service organization. Horsemen skills are encouraged, but not required.

The Posse meets the first Sunday of each month at 2 p.m. at the headquarters located a mile south of Carrizozo on Highway 54. For more information, visit www.lincolncountysheriffsposse.org or call 575512-7077.

Optimist Club meets at noon every Wednesday at K-Bobs in Ruidoso.

Rotary Club of Ruidoso meets at Cree Meadows Country Club noon every Tuesday.

Ruidoso Evening Lions Club meets each Tuesday at 7 p.m. at 106 S. Overlook.

Ruidoso Gambling Support meets the first and third Wednesday of every month at 5:45 p.m. in the Lincoln Tower at 1096 Mechem Dr., Suite 212.

For more information, call 575464-7106.

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Lincoln County Prayer Breakfast

Ruidoso Convention Center 111 Sierra Blanca Drive

Thursday, May 3

Keynote Speaker:

Ruth Graham, daughter of Billy Graham Teen children struggle with bulimia, drugs, unplanned pregnancies. An unfaithful husband crashes a longtime marriage.

Divorces. A joyous period with a new mate crushed when he is involved in a near fatal automobile accident.

How does God test our faith? Ruth Graham has been down that road. She knows what it is like to doubt, and she knows what it is like to pick herself up in the Word and walk in His path. This courageous woman’s trials have led her to form the Ruth Graham and Friends Ministry that has special appeal to those who feel marginalized by life, those who might identify with the title of one of her books, In Every Pew Sits a Broken Heart.

The daughter of beloved and internationally known evangelist Billy Graham, Ruth will be the guest speaker at the Lincoln County Prayer Breakfast this year.

Ruth has appeared on a variety of radio and television shows including Good Morning, America, The Hour of Power, Focus on the Family, Fox & Friends, CBN, Life Today, and CNN. Because of the problems she has faced in her own life, Ruth says, she has a special feeling in her heart for those whose struggles make them doubt their faith and whose obstacles seem almost insurmountable. Reaching out to these people has been the underpinning of her new ministerial outreach and is the theme of a second book, Fear Not Tomorrow.

Doors open at 6:15 a.m.

Breakfast Buffet opens: 6:30 a.m.

Program begins: 6:50 a.m.

Tickets: Individual $10 Corporate Sponsors $200/table (10 seats)

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Wednesday, May 2 Angus Nazarene Church

Speaker: Malcolm Marshall Dinner: 5:30 p.m. • Speaker: 6:15 p.m.

Thursday, May 3 Speaker: 6:15 pm

Contact: Gary Woodward, 575-937-2849; R.B. Holmes, 575-937-4103; Mike Rice, 575-937-0071; KEDU Radio, 575-258-1386, 1009 Mechem Drive, Suite 11

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LOC AL GOVERNMENT Ruidoso Downs City Council Item

Resolution 2012-05, authorizing signatures for the city at local financial institutions.

What it’s about

How they voted

This is standard housekeeping, initiated each time there’s an election.

The resolution names Mayor Gary Williams, Mayor Pro Tem Dean Holman and City Clerk Carol Virden as the authorized officials.

Passed unanimously

Hiring of a new animal control officer.

Police Chief Doug Babcock recommended Charles Massey, a former police lieutenant from Forley, Ariz., whose duties included overseeing the animal control department.

Request for use of All American Park by Relay for Life, June 15-16.

Debbie Pacheco, cochair for Lincoln County Relay For Life, reported that last year’s event – also at All American Park – was “fantastic,” and that this year’s would be even bigger. Also included is a request to use the Ruidoso Downs Senior Center for the survivor dinner June 16.

Request for funds for Rox Boxing Club at Ruidoso First Baptist Church.

Scheduling of budget workshop.

Passed unanimously

Passed unanimously

David Ordorica and Michelle Mladek reported the club serves 23 boxers of various ages, including one who is an adult. There was no specific amount requested.

No action taken

The meeting – an annual event – will allow the city to figure out its annual budget.

The meeting is set for May 8 and 9, to start at 3:30 p.m. each day.

Village credit rating upgraded Things are looking up for the Village’s financial picture. After years of undoing damage from previous administrations through a series of grueling audits, Moodys has upgraded the VOR’s credit rating of A1, the same as Standard & Poor’s AA rating.

Moodys investors service assigned the A1 rating to the village’s $2.43 million Supplemental Municipal Gross Receipts Refunding Revenue Bonds, Series 2012.

Proceeds from the current sale will be used to fully refund the outstanding Series 2001 (SMGRT) bond for net present value savings with no extension of financial maturity. The bonds are payable and collectible solely from an irrevocable first lien on the SMGRT revenues, which consist of one percent of the gross receipts of any person engaging in business in the village.

The upgrade to A1 reflects the strength-

ened legal security and improved MADS coverage due to projected interest savings.

The rating also takes into consideration continued strong debt service coverage and lack of additional debt plans.

Untimely audits were recently an issue for the Village of Ruidoso; however, officials released fiscal 2009 and fiscal 2010 audits in August of 2011. Management has already released the fiscal 2011 audit and anticipates releasing future audits within 270 days of the fiscal year-end.

Village officials have been working with a consulting firm to address the number of efficiency and internal control measures reported in these audits. Village officials believe many of the remaining issues will be resolved with a new financial management software system, which is currently being implemented.

Wildlife feeding ban goes gray

By Eugene Heathman Editor eugene@ruidosofreepress.com A proposed wildlife feeding ban has gone from muddy to a solid gray as far as defining wildlife, feeders and enforcement after the last Parks and Recreation commission meeting. An ordinance of some sort is expected to be presented to Village Council perhaps sometime in May. The village Parks and Recreation commission accepted public input and advice from code enforcement officers during a second meeting. Proponents of the ban claim the ban is necessary citing a growing deer population that poses a hazard to motorists, become diseased, and that intentional feeding causes damage the health of wildlife, specifically deer.

A revised ordinance drafted by Quen-

tin Hays, a wildlife biologist and faculty member with the Science and Natural Resources Department at Eastern New Mexico University-Ruidoso, incorporated suggestions proposed by the Humane Society of Lincoln County which opened the first door for selective enforcement.

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Letters to the Editor To the Editor: Hooray for the redistricting of New Mexico. Now, perhaps some of the bright, enlightened, liberal, intelligent and sophisticated ideas of the northern part of the state will infuse the dull, unenlightened, conservative, and uninformed ideas of the southern part of the state. Mergers equal change.

Frank Thompson Ruidoso

ity of getting flooded should his belief in global-warming-caused ocean level rising become a reality?

True science may be sapiens Dr. Reimann. Unfortunately science is not immune to corruption. And as along as there are people who bend science to their personal aims, it deserves our vigilant skepticism.

E. D. Ehrich Nogal

Re.: Sapien Science by Dr. Bernhard E. F. Reimann

Global weirding

To the Editor: Unlike Dr. Reimann, I am no scientist; no Dr. in front of the name, just an ordinary citizen. But perhaps that is actually an advantage because it lets me look at both sides of the man-made global warming issue with a neutral attitude that has no axe to grind and no political factions to defend.

(As Dr. Reimann implies when he praises the Obama Administration, politics play an important part in the controversy).

Man-caused global warming is a worldwide issue and it is fraught with politics. It is also an issue that is fraught with fraud. Scientists on the pro side of the issue are always looking for grants for their work and will sometimes descend to the realm of the not-so-legitimate in their quest of proving that their work deserves government assistance, which is what happened in the UK at the University of East Anglia a few years ago, when it was found that scientists colluded in rigging, burying and destroying data that did not agree with their scientific/political agenda.

There are many more instances of unscientific science that report in favor of “climate change” – a more recent and less provocative designation for global warming – such as selective data that ignore anything that could render questionable the claims of the theory. Data taken in the South American Andes and the Himalayas of Asia have been shown to be selective in an effort to support the theory, as have findings of climate change affects on polar bears in the Arctic.

Books have been written by reputable authors, such as Roy W. Spencer, Ph.D. who is the principal research scientist at the University of Alabama at Huntsville, where he directs a variety of climate research projects. In his book, “Climate Confusion,” Spencer makes the observation that our obsession with global warming has only clouded the issue. Setting aside confusing technical statistics and doomsday scenarios, he explains in simple terms how climate systems really work, why man’s role in global warming is more myth than science and how the global warming hype has corrupted Washington and the scientific community.

Other experts like Dr. Fred Singer, distinguishes research professor at George Mason University and John Coleman, founder of the Weather Channel, have much to say about the lack of validity in the doctrine of man-made climate change.

And Coleman describes the theory as a complete scam. On the proponent side of it, Al Gore with his highly public campaign to stem the “tide of man-made global warming”, is possibly the least credible voice in the controversy as he has made hundreds of millions of dollars profit from investments in “climate friendly” industries. And isn’t it odd that he built himself a mansion on the Pacific shore of California, which stands the real possibil-

To the Editor: I commend the Free Press for publishing the letter of Dr. Reimann. Given the sometimes antagonistic environment in this our chosen home, I find this a refreshing change. I also am a fairly long-term resident, but unlike some of my peers I have had the opportunity to see this world as we know it begin to manifest what now seem to be near inevitable changes. I have seen the world, and in my unusual occupation (catastrophe adjusting) I have seen the USA show what a biologist friend calls “global weirding.”

Unlike some who receive most of their information via electronic media, I receive mine as I walk the devastated streets of America after natural disasters.

Virtually every storm I work, I meet some older farmer, or rancher, some person close to the land, and they will volunteer “I’ve lived here 70 years, and in the last 10 years everything has changed, the weather is more fierce. If it is cold, it will be more cold, same with windy, hot, dry or flooded.” This first-hand experience has led me to believe that the main on-the-ground result of climate change is not (as yet) major change in the “average” temperature of the globe, rather we have shortened the yo-yo string of the planet, we are beginning to damage the balancing effects of a healthy system.

I respect science as a discipline, as its fundamental principles are based upon observation and testing.

Due to life experience I’ve learned respect for the knowledge of anyone who has given their life to understanding any discipline. I think I know more than most about my work, and I give likewise credit to any person trying to move to the top of the learning curve in their work. I know I am not as good at electrical work as a professional electrician, or my mechanic (wow, there’s an under-appreciated group) same goes for any life work, be it teacher, truck driver, scientist, nurse or well driller.

The critical bit is the good intention of the person. This means that since 99.9 percent of the world’s scientists admit we are creating an untried experiment with our home, then I should respect and then research these effects for my family. I would never be arrogant enough to tell such a consensus that I know more about their job than them, I study, watch and then listen to the old timers. Sadly our radio and TV personalities do not have such respect, and too often (only in USA by the way) try to refute data they do not understand with emotional, self-serving bombast.

Like you in your life, what I see leads to action, so what I see has led me to make my home 100 percent solar, (a blessing New Mexico has only begun to appreciate) of course this is an ever evolving experiment of its own, but seems the least I can do to forestall the trouble my children are facing.

Michael S. New Capitan

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May 1, 2012

Thank you from Region IX Child Find

To the Editor: The Ruidoso Municipal School District and Region IX held its annual kindergarten registration and child find roundup April 5. More than 225 children processed through screenings for dental, nutrition, vision, hearing and developmental. The success of the event is attributed to the 94 staff and volunteers, who dedicated their time and service in order to meet the needs of the district. We recognize their selfless efforts to serve our families, school and community.

Thank you to: Ruidoso Valley Noon Lions Club; Dr. Ken Childress and the Children’s Dental Clinic Team; Ana Torres; Judy Lopez, Linda Montano and Sonya from the New Mexico Department of Health; National Honor Society members from Ruidoso High School; Lincoln County Literacy Council; Cecile Kinnan and her friends; Nob Hill Early Childhood Center staff; Lincoln County Head Start staff; school maintenance staff and Ruidoso Convention Center staff.

Region IX gratefully appreciates your commitment to the families in our districts. On behalf of all the staff at Region IX, thank you.

Martha Whipple Child Find Technician Region IX Education Cooperative

Search and Rescue needs your support

925,088 acres (or almost 30 percent) of Lincoln County is Federal Government land. The US government does not

pay property taxes on this land, but local governments do provide services in and around that land. “Payment in Lieu of Taxes” (or PILT) are Federal payments to local governments that help offset this lack of revenue. “The Law recognizes that the inability of local governments to collect property taxes on Federally-owned land can create a financial impact.”

“PILT payments help local governments carry out such vital services as firefighting and police protection, construction of public schools and roads and search and rescue operations.” Quotes are from http:// www.doi.gov/pilt/summary.html.

In 2011, according to the PILT website, Lincoln County received $1,474,786 in PILT funds. [See, for example: http:// www.nbc.gov/pilt/states.cfm] The Lincoln County Commission decided last year not to continue to support White Mountain Search and Rescue (WMSAR) as well as a number of other Lincoln county service organizations. Prior to that county commission decision, WMSAR periodically submitted to Lincoln County a detailed list of approved expenses which were then reimbursed to WMSAR by the county.

Over the last three years these expenses averaged $3,500 which amounts to 00.24 percent of the $1,474,786 PILT money. I’d like to remind the commissioners that each year some of those who enjoy our Federal lands — tourists, hunters and hikers — become lost and our WMSAR team and others respond to the call for assistance. In New Mexico, as a matter of policy, there is no charge to the individuals rescued by SAR services.

The Lincoln County Commission See LETTERS, pg 9

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SANCHEZ from pg. 1

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Lt. Gov. Sanchez endorsed Sen. Burt during a special candidate meet and greet April 25. Pictured are Senator Bill Burt and County Commission candidate Vic Currier with Sanchez. rural New Mexico’s oil and natural gas economy and opposes the federal governments Pit rule saying it’s bad for business.

On tougher sentencing for violent crime, Sanchez supports Governor Martinez’s history of being tough on crime. With strengthened sentencing against multiple DWI offenders and crimes against the children, Sanchez contends the Governor is on the right track in making the communities in New Mexico safer for everyone. “The driver’s license initiative actually dovetails with this because the governor does not want New Mexico to reward people in the country who are already here illegally and have New Mexico to become known as a safe haven for illegal activities,” Sanchez said.

The campaign trail

No trip during primary election season through Lincoln County is complete without a whistle stop at a local commissioner, county sheriff and state senate candidate meet and greet. Sanchez stopped by to proclaim his endorsement for Senator Burt (R). Burt was appointed

by Gov. Susana Martinez to occupy the District 40 seat held by Dianna Durán who resigned after being elected secretary of state. With senate redistricting, he may soon represent parts of Otero, Doña Ana, and Lincoln County. “I am fully support-

ive of the election process and encourage the friendly competition between candidates as long as they keep it clean,” Sanchez said.

Duties and assignments

Lieutenant Governor Sanchez serves as the president of the New Mexico state Senate, which has 42 members. Because the lieutenant governor is a part of the executive branch rather than the legislative branch, he doesn’t vote except when there’s a tie in the Senate The lieutenant governor serves on approximately ten commissions and boards, including the Border Authority, Military Base Planning Commission, Mortgage Finance Authority and State Board of Finance.

As a liaison between the state government and the people of New Mexico, the lieutenant governor assists the public in working with government agencies.

Sanchez explains the functions of individual departments to the public and refers complaints to the appropriate person or agency. Sanchez encourages the public to work with the state agencies.

The lieutenant governor also acts as governor when the governor is out of the state. Sanchez keeps record of his activities and creates a report for the governor at the end of each year.

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May 1, 2012

Experience Derby Day at the Downs You can’t get any closer to the action at the Kentucky Derby and the Kentucky Oaks than you can at Ruidoso Downs and Billy The Kid Casino unless you attend the races at Churchill Downs.

Even then you probably won’t have a decent view unless you are seated along Millionaire’s Row. All the action of the Kentucky Derby on Saturday and the Kentucky Oaks on Friday will be at Ruidoso Downs and Billy The Kid Casino.

On Saturday, Billy’s Race Book opens at 8 a.m. with every race from Churchill Downs being simulcast with full wagering opportunities on Churchill Downs and other tracks from coast-to-coast. The All American Turf Club will also be open with free seating

Time to vote

2012 Primary Election the Lincoln County Clerk’s office would like to remind all registered voters in Lincoln County: Absentee by Mail or In Person Lincoln County Clerk’s office 300 Central ave., Carrizozo, Nm may 8 through June 1 (closed may 28) mon- fri, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Early Voting ruidoso senior Center 501 sudderth dr., ruidoso, Nm may 19; may 22 – may 26; may 29 – June 2 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Lincoln County Courthouse 300 Central ave., Carrizozo, Nm may 21 – may 25; may 29 – June 1 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. and June 2, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

and a lunch buffet will be offered in the Turf Club.

There will be promotions in the Billy The Kid Casino and a “Best Hat Contest” in the best Kentucky tradition.

The fun includes cash prizes, a $500 second-chance drawing and drink specials throughout the day.

It’s also Cinco de Mayo and the Homegrown Boyz band takes the stage at 8 p.m.

Friday is Kentucky Oaks day featuring Thoroughbred racing’s best three-year-old fillies and there will be a special Kentucky Oaks-Kentucky Derby double wager offered. Advance wagering on the Kentucky Derby will be available on Friday.

This year’s Kentucky Derby field is comprised of horses who have vied for favoritism throughout the spring’s prep races. Union Rags was number one after his Fountain of Youth Stakes win, but then faltered as the 2-5 favorite in the

Florida Derby. Bodemeister did not race as a two-year-old and then became a prime derby prospect with a nearly 10-length romp in the Arkansas Derby.

Gemologist is undefeated from five starts and was a game neck winner of the Wood Memorial.

There are a pair of local connections to the Kentucky Derby.

Union Rags was bred and is owned

by Phyllis Wyeth of Chadds Ford Farm and the famed Wyeth family of American artists. She married James “Jamie” Wyeth, who was Andrew Wyeth’s youngest son. Andrew was the younger brother of Henriette Wyeth, wife of Peter Hurd. The couple lived in the Hondo Valley and the Hurd-Rinconada Gallery is located in San Patricio.

Sunland Derby winner Daddy Nose Best will be looking for his third derby score in the Kentucky Derby. He won the El Camino Real Derby at Golden Gate Fields in Northern California before coming to Sunland Park for his late-running Sunland Derby win. Daddy Nose Best is trained by Steve Asmussen, who started in New Mexico. His father Keith rode and his mother Marilyn (Sis) trained on the New Mexico circuit.

On Fire Baby is a filly to watch in the Kentucky Oaks. She has won four of five starts against fillies and was third in the Smarty Jones Stakes against males at Oaklawn Park as the 3-2 favorite. She prepared for the Kentucky Oaks with a two-length win at 2-5 odds in the Honeybee Stakes at Oaklawn.

CANDIDATE PROFILE: Dallas Draper Why the county comBy Sue Hutchison mission?

Draper feels it’s Reporter suehutch@valornet.com time to encourage civility within the ranks. He Dallas Draper has says, “it’s about common lived in a variety of places sense.” Wife, Robin, is a during his 45 years. New middle school educator, York, Seattle, LA, Housand young sons Jordan ton, Scottsdale and Little and Jaxon are students in Rock, to name a few. He the community. Draper’s calls Ruidoso home now, interest in making Lincoln and he’s thrown his hat in County a stellar place to the ring as a candidate for Dallas Draper live is personal.

Lincoln County CommisExtensive management experience sioner District three.

Being a fifth generation of the Lin- comes from Draper’s record at the Inn of the Mountain Gods, The Jockey coln County Coe/Draper families, and 30-year resident gives Draper a unique Club, Enchantment Inn, and community involvement. His list of board community perspective. He says, “I’m appointments and volunteer activities on the front line and face the everyday challenges of our community.” District is long and includes the Boys and Girls Club, Little League, and EcoServants. manager of restaurants Landlocked, When he speaks of the racetrack, Rickshaw and Casa Blanca, Draper ENMU-R, and Lincoln County Medisays he knows what it takes to keep a business successful in Lincoln County. cal Center Draper says, “If we’re going to have these, let’s have the best.”

With a degree in hotel management He’d like to see the track become more and a state Realtor’s license, he’s exof a family-friendly destination, and perienced highs and lows of a touristutilize the space for community events driven economy.

year-round. Draper would also like to see ENMU utilize Lincoln County’s present golf courses and offer a PGM Golf Management degree. Accessing the forest around Ruidoso, he feels fish and game and wildlife degree programs would abound. “Our college will have to grow to sustain (itself).”

Because he’s currently in the business market and not retired, he says his vantage point is fresh and accurate.

Mom, Fredda, who was the general manager of the Inn of the Mountain Gods for 17 years, and dad, Carl, who’s been a horse trainer/owner, reared Draper around responsibility. He says he has the benefit of being in the business world in the present while being able to harvest wisdom from the past.

Draper says, “I don’t like it when people complain and do nothing about it.” He welcomes insight and conversation in an effort to find solutions.

Persons interested in discussing current Lincoln County issues may find him at any one of the three restaurants he manages, all on Mechem Road in Ruidoso.

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By Sue Hutchison Reporter suehutch@valornet.com Capitan rancher Preston Stone ran for a seat on the county commission several years ago. He says he was beaten soundly. Now, he’s ready to try again. A candidate for county commission district one, Stone says, “our commission is right at the turning point.

I have no judgment for the existing commissioners. We elected them and put them in the chair.” He’d like to take a seat with those who will stay after the election.

Ranching Black Angus Cattle on his spread 16 miles northeast of Capitan, Stone and wife, Willa have been a part of Lincoln County’s landscape for decades. Stone’s family reaches back four generations in New Mexico, and their grandkids are the sixth. He married his Capitan High School sweetheart in 1969, entered the Army a short time later and fought in the Vietnam War. Stone has seen many changes in Lincoln County throughout his lifetime.

His wife, a breast cancer survivor, has weathered the changes with him.

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“Our county geographically serves many different cultures and entities,” says Stone. He’s seen many of them in his years of service on a variety of boards including Capitan School, Otero County Electric, Water Trust, Upper Hondo SWCD, and the NM State Electrical Board. In addition he’s serving as the chair for the Capitan Clinic Board.

“Karyl Williams is a fine candidate.” Stone speaks highly of his opponent but also speaks of his own candidacy by saying, “I have a connection with our people, and the best understanding of our issues. The political arena is not my focus. Personal agendas need to be left at the door.”

Stone says, “Each of us has been given a mind to use. When someone asks a question and we don’t give a direct answer, we do them a disservice.” If elected, Stone says he’ll pay attention to his constituents and vote as the majority directs. “What’s best in the Downs may not be what’s best for Capitan,” Stone says. “The job of bringing all entities together is no easy task. I believe each and every one of us has an obligation to change what we can change.”

Ranching brings its own challenges, according to Stone. “We deal with the elements 24/7. It’s who we are, not what we do. (Most people) can’t look through our eyes and see what we see.”

Stone sees the need for representation of ranchers and rural resident’s needs on the county commission.

Greater Lincoln County issues are a part of Stone’s concern. Four issues were presented for comment.

Of the hospital Stone remarks, “We’re extremely fortunate to have a hospital in our county. (LCMC Administrator) Al Santos is an unbelievably good administrator.” Regarding the presence of Lincoln County’s branch university, Willa serves on the ENMUR Board and Stone says he believes the university is prestigious, offering high school students dual credit opportunities. When asked about the racetrack, Stone said, “I can’t imagine the Downs without the track,” but also noted the recent decision to support the racetrack with GRT funds was “nearly like the Civil War.” Additionally, Stone states he knows tourism isn’t a rancher’s usual thought but “it does affect all of us.”

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Ask an entrepreneur –

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From the workplace guidebook “Entrepreneur 101 Think and Act Like an Entrepreneur” continuing tips for improving work life at the office, company or with your customers:

Excerpted from “The New Corporate Entrepreneur” by Marianne Mohr, 4 of 5

like you are accomplishing something. To create a new relationship, process, product, paradigm or sale, requires that you do more Rule Four: Stay close to revenuethan react. You must breathe life generating functions - the “How-tos.” where there was none. This is why successful entrepreneurs have Selling is the lifeblood of every failed as many times as they have organization but how can you mansucceeded. And it is also why not age the many activities in a day many take the path… because the which seem to detract from revenue act of creating “something from generation? And how can you juggle nothing” bears risk. the various priorities of a business If you are not in sales or do or job – while remaining stress-free? not own a business, you too have First to achieve success in your primany ways you can indirectly mary objective – to positively affect Marianne Mohr assist your organization with the organization’s ability to generate Business Editor revenue generation or retention, revenue – you need to “triage” or primarianne@ruidosofreepress.com cost reduction or more efficient oritize all your activities consciously.

Throughout the day there will be pressing issues, other’s revenue collection – all benefitting the bottom-line.

Manifest these in the same ways by focusing on the urgencies, phones and apparent emergencies. Steven “Not Urgent but Important” activities like planning, Covey’s “Seven Habits of Highly Successful People” streamlining, reducing waste, satisfying the cusreminds us that the most difficult to discern are activities which are “Urgent but Unimportant” (reduce these) tomer, improving the sale-ability of the products or services and by assisting the sales staff. and those activities which seem “Not Urgent” but are very important (planning, prospecting, selling and In many ways, being an entrepreneur is much like closing). “Not Urgent but Important” activities require being a successful and happy individual. Pick your that you get up and create movement. Yet it is often the spots, stay consistent with positive directions and other “Urgent/Unimportant” activities which seem more commitments and do not let yourself be swayed or compelling because they ask you to react – and you feel distracted by those activities which may please others

♦ Deliver results ♦ Don’t be sarcastic in email ♦ Don’t cc: everyone on non-essential email ♦ Use good vocabulary ♦ Read a biography ♦ Have a world map ♦ Expect happiness ♦ Work in a function where you can be measured and compensated on the results of your efforts ♦ Be nice to people trying to sell you something, you may need their services in the future ♦ Give everything your personal touch ♦ Manage expectations made of you closely; do not promise what you or your team cannot deliver ♦ It is a numbers game ♦ Know the lifecycle of your products or services ♦ Let someone else do trade shows ♦ Get a prospecting system ♦ Make time for follow-ups ♦ If it’s too good to be true, it probably is ♦ Manage your attitude. or feel like “fast pedaling” but do not move you toward your long-term goals!

Marianne Mohr is a retired investor and business consultant from Southern California and currently Advertising Director at MTD Media. Reach her at 575-937-4015 or marianne@ruidosofreepress.com.

The Nest… It takes a village

Before the Nest opened in Ruidoso Downs in 2007, the Lincoln County & Mescalero communities had already lined up to extend their support. Five years later, businesses big and small, churches and individuals continue to lend their time, talents and donations to sustain the Nest, our county’s only domestic violence shelter.

“The Nest is unique in so many ways, but what stands out the most is the enduring support of our local businesses and churches. The tour of donations begins in the courtyard with grills from Walmart, in the living room with a flat screen television from First Presbyterian Church and the steaming meal of brisket, beans and cobbler from Circle J Barbecue,” explains office manager Susanne Francis as she walks through the shelter. “The work we do here inspires me, so I understand it when volunteers come back; it’s because they feel the inspiration

and the magic of our mission.”

Even the “small” ways people choose to get involved are just as likely to make a significant difference in the life of a survivor. Consider the retired tailor who donates her time to babysit children at the Nest, allowing the child’s mother to attend GED classes in town.

How about the police officer (also a survivor) who teaches Zumba on Wednesday nights to the women and children in the shelter? Then there is Connie Hall, the owner of Papa Bear’s Cupcake Emporium, who donates a box of cupcakes to the Nest residents each week.

The list goes on and on. Massage therapists. Hair stylists and barbers. Restaurants. Theater tickets. Ice cream coupons.

Backpacks filled with school supplies for our kids. So many businesses and churches, essentially unrelated in most ways, bound tightly together in their desire to support the courageous

women in the shelter, in any way they can.

This past weekend, Selena Chino, a former shelter advocate and current manager of Burke’s Outlet, held a sidewalk sale designed to benefit the Nest. On Tuesday, Chino dropped off a hefty box full of robes, slippers and much needed youth clothing. Chino used the time not just to encourage donations but to hand out brochures and answer questions about available services at the Nest.

She also put her husband Mark to work, cooking the free hot dogs for the store patrons.

Amy Harris and Tonya Huber opened Coyote Howling in midtown Ruidoso this past November. The duo began collecting small donations from customers prior to Easter and is now donating 10 percent of their profits from the third Friday of the month to the Nest. They are also hosting a garage sale on May 18 and 19 at Two Rivers

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Pictured is Connie Hall, the owner of Papa Bear’s Cupcake Emporium, who donates a box of cupcakes to the Nest residents each week.

Park, all to benefit the Nest.

“As human beings, we are supposed to do the right thing, even when no one is looking or asking us for help. At Coyote Howling, being a Shop for a Cause, I am able to combine my two passions. At the shop we raise awareness of prevalent

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social justice causes in our community like the work of HEAL and The Nest. When we are able to offer our customers quality handcrafted products and educate them on these social justice causes, we can close our door at night knowing we have done the right thing,” shares Harris.

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We would like to thank the Altrusa Club of Ruidoso for their long-standing support of HEAL and the Nest Domestic Violence Shelter. The women and men of Altrusa have been among our first supporters in our community and we deeply appreciate the way this remarkable service club “pays it forward” by assisting our women and children. Here’s to Altrusa!

People on the Move

Fusion Medical Spa is excited to welcome our new, enthusiastic and dynamic Master Aesthetician, Brook McKenzie. A life long resident of Utah, she will now bring her experience, and expertise in the field of medical aesthetics to Ruidoso. After graduating with honors from SkinScience Institute of Laser and Esthetics in Salt Lake City, Brook worked for a prominent plastic surgeon in Ogden, Utah at McKay Dee Hospital in her role as the sole Master Aesthetician. She brings advanced knowledge of laser procedures including laser resurfacing, tattoo removal, photofacials, laser hair removal, plastic surgery pre and postoperative care, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels. Fusion Medical Spa is excited to

offer to our patients her knowledge and experience for the most advanced and effective treatments available.

In December of 2011, Fusion Medical Spa purchased Palomar’s newest and most advanced laser platform available, Brook McKenzie the Palomar Icon. As the first spa in Southern New Mexico to purchase this platform, Fusion Medical Spa proudly offers bladeless facelifts for deep and stubborn facial lines and wrinkles. Brook’s experience in pre and postoperative care will further enhance the services that Fusion Medical Spa provides. She also brings extensive training and knowledge in cosmetic chemistry to allow her to recommend appropriate skin care and cosmetic regimens.

With her previous experience in the cosmetic and laser industry, Brook will bring innovation to Fusion Medical Spa – stop by and welcome her!

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Education

By Corey Bard

A United States energy policy could provide an economic jumpstart and give the country direction like the NASA Space Program did in the 1960’s. Several years ago, two independent films were produced in Austin, Texas – “Nobelity” and “One Peace at a Time.” The first film interviews Nobel Prize winners and goes about trying to solve many of the world’s problems. Several of the people are in agreement that if we start with solving the world’s energy problems, many other things will be taken care of as well.

The second film finds people all over the world who really are making a difference locally. Starting in their backyards, they can begin to see the effects of their projects and people’s lives. If a woman in an African village can spend time receiving an education by attending school instead of walking miles each day to get clean water because now a well was dug in her village, the impact on their lives is tremendous.

In India, public computer stations have been placed in cities giving people Internet access who cannot afford the technology, software, or monthly Internet fees. One man received the Nobel Prize in economics for lending microloans predominantly to women to start small businesses. Ninetyseven percent of his loans are paid back to his finance company and he is not charging insurmountable interest.

Zbigniew Brzezinski, National Security Advisor in Jimmy Carter’s Presidency has written a book, “Strategic Vision” which outlines how the United States should redirect itself since the economic emergence of China, India, Russia, and Brazil. The United States still has the largest economy and remains the largest

consumer. The European nations together represent the second largest market.

Though we may have squandered our advantages and lived beyond our means, the world still marvels at the economic model of prosperity the United States experienced after World War II. It is not too late to provide leadership, innovation, and start rebuilding the aging infrastructure in our cities. An energy policy and rebuilding initiative could refocus the United States.

We have borrowed and become a debtor nation to finance our wars abroad.

We are on course to implode like the Soviet Union from spending on defense and ignoring education, infrastructure, and how our food is produced. There is greater disparity between rich and poor, and the middle class prosperity attainable to so many working people has disappeared.

We have become the nation of America’s “Next Top Model” or “Dancing with the Stars” because we value being discovered for talent. We lost sight that working hard for 20 or 30 years will separate you from the pack and can be an enriching and meaningful life. Why are so many playing the lottery and supporting the gambling industry? The business owners, doctors, lawyers, professors, teachers, librarians, contractors, electricians, plumbers, and real estate agents I have known have had ups and downs, good years and bad years, but most paid their dues and adjusted their lives to be able to carry on and were not lured by a quick fix or get rich scheme.

The mark of an intelligent work force are people who adapt and can teach themselves new skills and adjust.

Last week’s energy convention and solar tour allowed me to visit and learn how to convert a home to be more energy efficient including tips for rainwater harvesting, solar conversion, and temperature control. These are solutions to problems that can be made locally without waiting for the government to become involved with an energy policy.

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May 1, 2012

Astronomy, Geology at Valley of Fires

By John Pijawka

Nestled four miles west of Carrizozo is one of the most unique geological and astronomical viewing sites in Lincoln County. The Carrizozo Malpais, or “badlands” at the Valley of Fires Recreation Area has been hosting star parties for the public with the Alamogordo Astronomy Club and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) since 2005. Geologically, it is one of the most recent lava flows in the United States, dated approximately 1,000-1,500 years ago. It flowed a distance of about 44 miles and ranges in width from about a half mile to more than five miles within the Tularosa Valley.

Its featured characteristic fluidal “pahoehoe” flows are made up of alkali olivine basalt that was ejected from the 85’ tall cinder cone located 6 miles north called Little Black Peak. Areas in the southern part of the flow have been measured at over 160’ thick. An interpretive handicap accessible nature trail is also available within the park.

With this in mind, it makes for a great area for hosting star parties. The lava flow engulfs the camping and picnicking area that limits the lights of Carrizozo at night and keeps the wind at bay a majority of the time. Think of

the campground and picnic area as a “kiosk” nestled on sandstone rising above the lava flow.

However, as some folks can attest, the wind can get out of hand, especially in the spring time.

The club usually hosts two events a year, in the spring and fall. Participation has been the key to these successful star parties with 10-30 visitors partaking, coming from all over the United States. Plenty of enthusiastic volunteers from the club also donate their time, scopes and knowledge.

Both tent and RV camping, great open horizons, and limited night lighting are some of the perks offered.

The BLM will waive the entrance fee for the evening since not all people attending are from the campground. The club would like to thank Bill Murry, the Outdoor Recreational Planner for the BLM, Albert Najar, the Park Manager and the park volunteers who assist with organization of these events. Without them and club volunteers, these star parties would not be possible. The next star party will be Saturday, May 12, starting at 8:15 p.m. behind the visitor’s center/office. For more information call 575-648-2241. For more information on the Alamogordo Astronomy Club www. zianet.com/aacwp/.

Club launches monthly newsletter

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A group of young, aspiring journalists from the Sierra Blanca Boys and Girls Club will be launching a new monthly newsletter. “Speaking Out” will highlight Club programs, activities and feature staff profiles. The production of the newsletter and mentorship is sponsored by the Ruidoso Free Press. Members of the founding group are; Shaunna Gonzales, Lizette Harris, Enoch Rue and Amber Allen.

Tim Coughlin, executive director for the Sierra Blanca Boys and Girls Club said, “You should have seen them after you (Eugene Heathman, managing editor) left. They were already compiling questions and starting to gather the facts for their first assignments. Yesterday I got them little notebooks to carry and will be making each of them press passes before our next meeting.”

This week in Lincoln County History Courtesy of Gary Cozzens, President, Lincoln County Historical Society May 1, 1863 Major Joseph Smith assumes command of Fort Stanton.

Capitan Abreu and 15 men leave for the Tularosa region in search of marauding Indians.

May 1, 1864 Ojo Blanco and 42 Mescalero Apaches escape from Bosque Redondo.

The count of Mescalero Apaches at Bosque Redondo is 87 men, 120 women and 147 children for a total of 354.

May 12, 1859 Congress establishes Fort Stanton Reservation.

May 2, 1878 McSween, Widenmann, Ellis and others arrested for assault and battery with intent to kill and closely confined at Fort Stanton.

May 2, 1930 Work started on tennis court on parade, finished June 3.

May 2, 1939 Patient Kelley returned intoxicated.

May 4, 1855 Fort Stanton established on Bonito by Brig Gen David Garland.

Companies I and K, 1st Dragoons transferred to Fort Stanton.

May 4, 1909 William Brazel is acquitted for murdering Pat Garrett even though he confessed to the crime.

May 5, 1857 David Garland appointed the first postmaster of Fort Stanton. This is the first Post Office in Lincoln County.

May 6, 1933 Hospital grounds being landscaped, about 3,000 trees planted.

May 8, 1855 Brevet Lieutenant Colonel Isaac Van Dozier Reeve assumes command of Fort Stanton. Lieutenant Colonel Miles returns to Fort Fillmore.

May 8, 1845 Germany surrenders. There are 347 German seamen present at Fort Stanton, 239 from the S. S. Columbus.

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The psychling chronicles: Medicine the greats, near greats, The radio DJ anand soon to be greats nounced the question of of American Jazz and the day: “What did we I thought, “Smiles of do for almost eighteen participatory love.” I minutes a day in the didn’t have to read their 1950s and 1960s that profiles to understand we only do for up to six their love for music. minutes a day today?”

They emoted one of And since everyone in life’s quests, the search Ruidoso tunes in the for joy in what we do. local radio station before “Back in the day ...” the daily commute, the when I was a scheduling answer is now common maniac and I pedaled knowledge. thousands of hours in Now, it doesn’t take the heat, cold, wind, and much for me to use valuGalen Farrington sand of New Mexico’s able oxygen laughing on rablady@beyondbb.com eastern plains, I would my rides, and my riding race on the weekends and many thought partners over the years have learned to my practiced grin was the smile of etheincorporate humor at the precise moreal pleasure because I was having such a ment I need the air the most – during a good time. What my fellow competitors climb. That’s one way of interrupting my upward mobility as they then glide on by. didn’t know was that I was hiding the simple fact that my muscles were screamChuckling. ing for oxygen, a fact that could have been When I coached cycling, I inevitably used against me. ended my “Welcome to the sport” lecture The true smiles came on the group with, “The aspiring competitive cyclist rides when we all rode at a pace that perwill spend years on the road, most of it in mitted the communication of life experiisolation. There really is no ‘season.’ You will suffer the indignities of Mother Nature; ences while still able to breathe and stress the cardio-vascular system for biological we don’t cover the field when it rains. And Steven Spielberg’s director’s debut, “Duel,” strength. And then came a climb and the joke was on me as I would laugh my way may create a paranoia within you that will to the back of the pack gasping for air. terminate your desire to continue. Like The morning air was brisk as Paul anything done well, the element of challenge is at the highest level and to meet that and I met for a recent 45 mile ride and it challenge, we must laugh. And laugh lots.” doesn’t take long to start a climb in Ruidoso. It was a short one. None-the- less, I was perusing a jazz magazine last after a short punch-line comment, I was week and I commented to Chris that it on my way to collecting the valuable minwasn’t until I was about halfway through utes for my laugh bank that would enable that I noticed a musician in dark glasses me to “carpe diem.” not smiling. The photo stood out simSeize your day and laugh with life. ply because it was an atypical image in Laughter really is the best medicine. the publication. The magazine profiled LETTERS from pg. 4 withdrew funding of a number of Lincoln County service organizations that they thought should raise their own funds and/or request funding from other sources such as churches.

We at WMSAR have been doing some fund raising.

Maybe some of you have seen us. Several times we’ve had a fund raising booth at either Ski Apache or Lawrence Bros. IGA. Staffing the booth is time consuming and reduces the time we will have available for training or searches.

I’d like to point out to Lincoln County residents that WMSAR members are already contributing considerable investment of their own: in time while training and on searches, in equipment such as packs, special clothing, ATVs, search dogs, horses, ATV and horse trailers, etc.

Our other expenses are for equipment, equipment maintenance, equipment storage, recruitment, training, insurance, etc. We do have three vehicles provided by the county over the years which are 1984, 1991, and 1993 models which we maintain with our funds. The only gas reimbursement we get is from the NM State Police on actual search missions — none for maintenance or training.

So far this year we’ve had five searches. In some cases we go out of Lincoln County to help with searches in other counties but similarly search and rescue volunteers from other counties also come into Lincoln County to help us. An example is the San Patricio search last Nov. 29 for a downed airplane.

Lincoln County didn’t have to pay for the helicopter searching or the incident commander from Mesilla or the additional search teams from outside the county coming to Lincoln County in their own vehicles. We even received food support from Roswell.

Lincoln County often receives more than it gives.

Another benefit Lincoln County receives from Search and Rescue is the NM State SAR Convention “ESCAPE” now being held in Ruidoso almost every other year. As many as 200 SAR people come to this 3-day event. We in WMSAR help in promoting and setting it up and I wonder how often it would come to Ruidoso if White Mountain Search and Rescue were not here.

I ask the residents of

Lincoln County to help us convince the county commissioners that White Mountain Search and Rescue operating out of Ruidoso is worth at least one fourth of one percent of the PILT money given to Lincoln County by the Federal Government for “vital services” which includes “search and rescue operations.”

Dick Mastin Treasurer, White Mountain Search and Rescue

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LCMC: I don’t even know my patient number my birthdate around three It’s been 27 years thousand times to verify I since I’ve had major surwas actually me. Not my gery and now, at this point patient number, my name.

I have one remaining It was a two way street. I removable organ before was asked my name, and I start borrowing someeach staff member told me one else’s. I’ve been the theirs. recipient of both city and There are some hospismall town hospital care. tal experiences which are Emergency rooms and all the same, regardless. I patient rooms alike, I’ve was asked to change into been incarcerated in both. the luxurious hospital garb Some in our community (slit in back, thank you) say I should have headed and taken to a bed. And to Roswell or Alamogordo Sue Hutchison this, for me, is the hardest for this surgery. suehutch@valornet.com part of any procedure: the On April 16 I began my hospital experience at Lincoln County finding-the-IV-vein-and-sinking-it part.

Medical Center with the idea that I’d be a IV veins are a horse of a different color. I knew it was coming and there was nothing secret patient. Like a secret shopper with I could do about it. Kudos to Vanessa who organ removal. Let’s just see how LCMC tried twice. She had it, but my veins took stacks up, I thought. I’ve had friends who it back. Try number three was the winner said, years ago, they were misdiagnosed and I hoped the rest would be downhill. in our hospital, and those who just didn’t Both doctors Rath came in and chatlike the care. I also know those who say ted in pre-op, Keri to prepare for surgery, we should let it rot and ignore it and we Stephen to prepare me for anesthesia. just don’t need a hospital here.

Both were kind, professional, and did I came into it with my eyes wide their jobs well. And I, as the patient, just open (at least until Dr. Rath knocked me out). Here are my impressions, honest and laid there, as med after med was pushed into my one cooperative vein. I truly forthright – which for a newspaper writer don’t remember leaving pre-op at all. The may be unique. I know no one wants to read a boring blow-by-blow, but I need to beauty of anesthesia. I barely remember post-op. highlight a few standouts.

After any surgery, the canyon beThe 16th was my pre-op paperwork morning and the most amazing thing about tween the surgical bed and the room bed is daunting. When one scoots from one that morning was the lab phlebotomist to the other, one knows death is waiting Loretta. You see, I have just one cooperathrough the gap. I remember scooting, surtive vein. One. I try to tell all those who viving and trying to get comfortable and need my blood to use that vein. But most the staff doing all they could to assist me. lab rats believe they know more about my Multiple requests for additional pillows arm than I do and just stab until they realensued. And for the next several hours, ize they won’t find another one. Loretta however, didn’t try to re-invent the wheel. each staff member attentively took time to check and call me by name. When shifts She listened to me, stabbed my only vein, got right in, pulled three tubes and smiled. changed, the white board in my room was No bruise. Points awarded. Lots of points. changed to reflect new staff names. But they didn’t stop there. Each one came in, The 18th rolled around and I showed showed her face and introduced herself to up at the nurse’s station right on time at oh-dark-thirty, first on the docket, ready to me, explaining what function she would perform in my behalf. go. I was greeted with a smile, by name, My husband and daughter tell me (not by number) and didn’t wait long until that for the remainder of the day I faced I was ushered back to pre-op. And for the nausea and right-side referred pain. next 28 hours I was asked my name and

Because of an opportunity for the nursing resource. I could deliver statistics, tell staff to attend a training fair, there were about success stories and give info anyone times when different staff members came could find online. I could tell you about its to assist me. I’ve been told I was given 60-plus year history and about stellar staff a medication which made me feel even members. I could quote the Chair of the more nauseated. Apparently Dr. Keri Rath Board of Trustees, Gary Mitchell who’s was delivering a friend’s baby at that moexpounded on this issue. But this is my ment and multi-tasked in giving fresh orstory. My opinion. ders for my care. Incidentally, women are Honestly, I’ve stated publically that fantastic multi-taskers, but that’s another LCMC is just a triage hospital, one which article altogether. Finally, the mother of will stabilize and transport “tough” cases. all nausea meds was pushed through my I’ve said if you have a broken bone or IV and off to sleep I went. Blissful sleep. are delivering a baby, it’s fine, but beEven in a hospital. yond that, you may need to go elsewhere.

Whether it was Travis, who came to I’d like to offer my sincere apology and draw blood (and nailed it first stab, with retraction. a butterfly – way to go, Trav!), Kelly, the There are those who say we don’t night tech who walked a couple miles need LCMC in our community. There are with me (or rather ten steps) around those who are against its progress, against midnight, I was a person, not a number. funding and supporting the needed upAnd, about six the following morning, I grades and infrastructure improvements. realized I was a hungry person.

Some see it as unnecessary, saying we Tired of liquids, I communicated have hospitals in Roswell and Alamogorto Kelly that I love scrambled eggs for do which are available. I disagree. I’m breakfast and that I usually drench mine also an EMT and realize that the distance in ketchup. Don’t knock it – it’s fantastic. between a Lincoln County patient and any So, Kelly called to the kitchen, they made other hospital could kill them. scrambled eggs, and while I was takWe need LCMC. We need it right ing yet another walk, Kelly snuck three where it is. It’s a Sole Community ketchup packets into my room.

Provider hospital. It’s the place anyone Every staff member smiled and spoke can come to receive medical care 24/7. to me during my 28 hour stay. I was a They’re committed to never turning anyperson, a patient and not a number. one away until they’ve helped. With new Team Rath came in and chatted with doctors and new specialties arriving, the me after the most delicious scrambled glory days of LCMC may be just around eggs I’ve ever eaten, making sure I was the corner. improving and even their beautiful, five And if by chance, my one remaining year old daughter did rounds with her dad. removable organ needs to come out, I’m Thankfully she was tasked with asking coming here. questions and not diagnosing. I think this Sue Hutchison may be reached at suehushould be Standard Operating Procedure tch@valornet.com. for all hospitals everywhere.

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Sports

April 23

Baseball Capitan 6, Elida 4

April 24

Baseball Ruidoso 18, Hatch Valley 11 Ruidoso 14, Hatch Valley 3 Softball Lovington 16, Ruidoso 3 Lovington 14, Ruidoso 9 Capitan 31, Mescalero 0 Capitan 24, Mescalero 0

April 26

Baseball Artesia JV 9, Capitan 5 Capitan 10, Artesia JV 9 Softball Ruidoso 9, Mesilla Valley 7 Mesilla Valley 7, Ruidoso 5

April 27

Softball Portales 14, Ruidoso 3 Portales 19, Ruidoso 3

April 28

Baseball District 4-3A round robin play at White Mountain Athletic Complex Ruidoso 4, Lovington 1 Portales 14, Lovington 1 Portales 6, Ruidoso 3

Sports Upcoming

May 2

Baseball Class 1A State playoff Logan at Capitan, 3 p.m.

May 3

Softball Lordsburg at Mescalero (2), 3 p.m.

May 4

Baseball Class 3A State playoff Silver at Ruidoso, 4 p.m.

Track and field District 4-3A meet at Ruidoso High School, noon Class 1A/2A state meet at Albuquerque Field events begin 9 a.m.

Running events begin 1 p.m.

May 5

Baseball Class 3A State playoff Silver at Ruidoso, 11 a.m.

Silver at Ruidoso, 1 p.m. (if necessary) Softball Mesilla Valley at Capitan (2), noon Track and field Class 1A/2A state meet at Albuqeurque Field events begin 10 a.m.

Running events begin 2 p.m.

May 7

Golf Ruidoso in Class 1A/3A state tournament at UNM South Championship course in Albuquerque, 8 a.m.

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Warriors lose district, at home for state

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By Todd Fuqua Warriors 4, Wildcats 1 Ruidoso, meanwhile, was getting Sports Editor Lovington 100 000 0 – 1 3 2 runners on base, but could never get that todd@ruidosofreepress.com Ruidoso 000 040 – 4 6 1 elusive run. The closest the Warriors came It may have been disappointing for the Lov – Stephen Bass, Luis Carillo (5) and Josh Gutierrez. Rui – Denver Coronado and Ryan Yaksich. to a score was in the fifth inning, when Ruidoso Warriors to lose the District 4-3A W – Coronado. L – Bass. LOB – Lov 5, Rui 6.

Lopez reached on an error and moved to championship to Portales in the final game ––– second on single by Aaron Shalley. The of the regular season, but the New Mexico Rams 6, Warriors 3 pair moved up 90 feet on a ground out, but Activities Association still felt they were Portales 202 010 1 – 6 11 3 Ruidoso 000 003 0 – 3 5 0 good enough to host a first-round playoff in were stranded there.

Por – David Rodriguez and Matt Martinez. Rui – But then came the sixth, and Ruidoso the 3A state tournament.

Julian Lopez and Ryan Yaksich. W – Rodriguez. L – got three runs on three straight singles by Ruidoso beat Lovington 4-1 in comeLopez. 3B – Por (Rodriguez). 2B – Por (Rodriguez).

Denver Coronado, Lopez and Shalley. back fashion in the first game of round LOB – Por 7, Rui 6.

“You’re in a situation where you have robin-style play Saturday at White Mouna five-run lead, then it’s cut down to two, tain Athletic Complex. The Rams then lar, although the Warriors didn’t have as and you’re wondering what just happened,” much of a deficit to make up. brushed aside Lovington in the second said Portales coach Arturo Ontiveros. “It game of the day, making the final PortalesThe Wildcats (10-15, 1-5) opened with does make you nervous, but we had faith in a run in the first inning, as Josh Gutierrez Ruidoso showdown the equivalent of the Rodriguez (pitching).” district title game. got on with a single and eventually scored The Rams (20-5, 5-1 district) got an The Warriors spotted Portales a 5-0 on a wild pitch. insurance run in the top of the seventh on lead heading into the sixth inning, and put That was the only scoring in the game a sacrifice fly by Rodriguez to score Mike up three runs in the bottom of the frame until the fifth, when Ruidoso scored four Lovato, but they didn’t really need it. Roto get to within two, only to see the Rams runs, three of them without the benefit of a score one in the top of the seventh and hold driguez held Ruidoso scoreless in the final hit. half inning despite allowing two runners Ruidoso scoreless in the bottom half to They chased starter Stephen Bass from on, coaxing Ryan Yaksich into a 4-6 double retain the victory. the mound in that inning, after Bass had play to end the game.

The loss put the Warriors at an even held the Warriors to three hits and allowed “I really thought we would hit that kid 11-11, 3-3 in district. Not the best record in only three baserunners in the first four inthe state, but good enough for the selection a lot better in the late innings,” Alvarado nings. said of Rodriguez. “I knew they weren’t committee to seed Ruidoso 8th and give Coronado – who started for Ruidoso – going to take him out – I’ve seen him throw them a first round best of three series at was having a great day on the mound as 145 pitches in a game. They were either home this weekend against Silver. well, allowing just three hits and striking going to win or lose with him.”

“Home is nice, but I don’t really care, The game against Lovington was simi- out eight in getting the victory. as long as we’re in the playoffs and we get to keep playing,” said Ruidoso coach Gilbert Alvarado.

“It’s two out of three and I’ve still got three good starters.

Also, we had a few kids that had to sit out this game, but now they’re free and clear for the playoffs.”

Saturday’s finale against Portales was marked by frustration for the Warriors, as starter Julian Lopez held his own against a lineup that had scored 14 runs against Lovington earlier in the day.

Each of the six runs he allowed on the day were earned, but only two of the 11 base hits he allowed were for extra bases.

Those two were a triple and double

by Portales pitcher Todd Fuqua/Ruidoso Free Press David Rodriguez, Ruidoso’s David Kacena, right, dives back to the bag as Portales pitcher David Rodriguez throws to first who had four runs baseman Ryan Schmidt, Saturday, at White Mountain Athletic Complex.

Capitan gets a much-needed test L 0 0 3 4 6

April 23 – Jays 16, Phillies 2 April 25 – Jays 13, Red Sox 1 April 28 – Pirates 9, Dodgers 7 Farm April 23 – Mets 11, Tigers 10 April 24 – Pirates 8, A’s 7 April 25 – Mets 11, Yankees 0 April 26 – Tigers 9, D’Backs 5 April 27 – Pirates 11, Mets 10 April 28 – Tigers 13, Yankees 0 D’Backs 9, A’s 7 April 29 – A’s 14, D’Backs 3

Matthew Carr Ruidoso track and field Carr threw the shot 47 feet, 2½ inches at the Dave Mathieu Invitational last week at Socorro, marking his personal best and the first time he’s beat teammate Tanner Chavez in the event.

downs, and that’s what we do.

And I knew they’d have some quality players, even if it’s their junior varsity.”

Even with the loss, the Tigers earned the top seed in this year’s Class 1A state tournament, and will host Logan Wednesday in the first round.

Capitan (14-5) came into last week’s twin bill having won 12 in a row, including all nine of its District 4-1A contests. Their last regular season district win was a 6-4 victory over Elida on April 23, yet another example of what Weems feared could happen if the Tigers get complacent.

“I told the kids, we can’t come out flat like this anymore, or we’re through,” Weems said.

Game one was all Artesia, at least in the GAME ONE beginning.

The BullBulldogs 9, Tigers 5 Artesia JV 221 310 0 – 9 5 6 dogs scored at least Capitan 001 030 1 – 5 11 3 one run in each of the Art – Decker Reno, Aston Gomez (7) and first five innings, taking Triston Whitoni. Cap – Tracker Bowen and advantage of five CapiJacob Wilcox, Bobby Hughes (6). W – Reno.

L – Bown. 2B – Art (Spencer Liles). LOB – Art tan errors in that time.

8, Cap 7.

Weems said his team ––– would have been OK GAME TWO Tigers 10, Bulldogs 9 if they had been able to Artesia JV 500 04 – 9 10 2 settle down in the field.

Capitan 202 41 – 10 7 2 The Tigers finally Art – Whitoni, Liles (4) and Ben Kelley. Cap started a comeback in – Raul Villegas and Hughes. W – Villegas. L – Liles. HR – Art (Karson Bartley). 2B – Art (Liles), the bottom of the fifth, Rui (Dillon Trapp, Hughes, Wilcox, Dreamer scoring three runs on Whipple). LOB – Art 5, Cap 5 two hits, including a

By Todd Fuqua Sports Editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com CAPITAN – A split might not always be what’s best for a baseball team on the eve of a selection to the state tournament, but Capitan coach James Weems said that’s just what his squad needed.

The Tigers lost to the Artesia junior varsity 9-5 in game one April 26, and were able to come back to win the second, 10-9. It was a contest shortened to five innings due to darkness.

“We were hoping this would be exactly what it was,” Weems said of the Tigers’ struggles against Artesia. “We came out a little gun shy at first, and the second game, we had our ups and

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Capitan’s Dillon Trapp, left, slides safely into third as Artesia’s Chandler Johnson tries to tag him, April 26, at Capitan.

2-RBI single by Raul Villegas.

Capitan added another run in the bottom of the seventh, but left two men stranded in the end.

Artesia again wasted little time getting in front in game two, pushing five runs across in the first inning, keyed by a three-run home run over the left field fence

by Karson Bartley.

But that was all the runs Artesia got until the fifth inning, and in that time Capitan commenced a slow but steady comeback.

The Tigers scored two in the bottom of the first on a single see CapitaN pg. 14

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Lady Warriors still hoping for state berth

By Todd Fuqua Sports Editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com Frustration reigned last week during the Ruidoso Lady Warriors’ final District 4-3A games at Gavilan Canyon Field.

The Lady Warriors dropped two to Lovington April 24 – thanks to a pair of big scoring innings by the Lady Wildcats – then lost in a big way to topranked Portales in the season finale Friday.

In between those doubleheaders came a pair of games at Mesilla Valley, which saw Ruidoso win game one 9-7 and lose game to 7-5 Even with all the losses, coach Sal Beltran says there’s still a possibility the Lady Warriors could be one of the 16 teams selected to play in next week’s Class 3A state tournament.

“I think we do have a slim chance there,” said Ruidoso coach Sal Beltran. “I looked at the records today, and we’re right in there.”

Beating Portales was a tall order, and the Lady

Rams made it even more difficult with 14-3 and 19-3 victories.

Despite those losses, Beltran thinks his team has an outside chance at the playoffs, and his team’s no-quit attitude is why he’s optimistic.

“The kids knew they wouldn’t bow down,” Beltran said. “They wanted to go out fighting, and they did. They hit the ball against the No. 1 pitcher in the state.”

Portales coach Robbie Crowley was also impressed with the Lady Warriors’ attitude, but added her team’s determination was just too much for Ruidoso “I’ve got to start believing in them as much as they believe in each other,” Crowley said. “There are times when I’m worried at some of their situations, and they’re not. They’re always thinking what they have to do to get a win out of it.

“They play well together, and they’re on a mission.”

While Portales may have been an insurmountable task, Ruidoso (5-20,

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Ruidoso centerfielder Sarah Reynolds, right, catches a fly ball as left fielder Madigan Gonzales looks on, Friday, at Gavilan Canyon Field.

0-8 District 4-3A) didn’t give up in game one, even after the Lady Rams took a 4-0 lead in the first inning.

Lady Warrior starter Destri Vincent held Portales (24-1, 8-0) scoreless in the second with a pair of strikeouts, but Ruidoso was unable to capitalize. The Lady Rams scored at least one run in every inning after that.

Ruidoso, meanwhile,

didn’t get on the board until the fifth inning, when they were facing the game ending in five innings due to the ten run rule.

Ruidoso was down 11-0 by that point, but mustered three runs to pull within nine and force a sixth inning.

Marissa Gonzales and Vincent had back-to-back doubles as the big scoring blows for the Lady War-

riors.

Portales came back in the top of the sixth and scored three more runs of their own to go back ahead by 11 runs, and Lady Ram pitcher Kelsey Laurenz did her job in the bottom half, striking out two and retiring the side in order to secure the victory.

Laurenz had 12 strikeouts in getting the win for Portales.

Her numbers weren’t as high in game two, but that’s just because the game was much shorter.

Portales scored five runs each in the first two innings and kept the Lady Warriors scoreless in each inning although Ruidoso made it difficult.

Laurenz and company dodged a big bullet in the second inning, as Lorely Enriquez grounded out to second base, leaving the bases loaded.

One girl who didn’t leave ducks on the pond was Portales’ Vanessa Olivas, who hit a grand slam in the second inning that pretty much set the tone for the game.

The Lady Rams really got going in the third, pushing across nine runs – eight of them before the first out was recorded.

Beltran lifted Vincent for reliever Chelsea Kacena, who allowed a run, but was able to get the final two outs.

“We’re young and have a lot of growing to do,” Beltran said. “But hopefully, we’ll get to go to state this year.”

Ruidoso girls set for state golf tournament

By Todd Fuqua Sports Editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com It’s been a season of promise for the Ruidoso girls golf team. For the boys, it’s been a season of frustration.

Both teams were at UNM’s south golf course last Monday – the site of this year’s Class 1A/3A state tournament – and were at New Mexico Military Institute in Roswell as final tune-ups before the District 4-1A/3A tournament in Socorro.

The Lady Warriors had already earned their three legs to get to state – and got two more at Albuquerque and Roswell – but for the boys, the UNM and NMMI dates represented the last chances for them to get a state berth.

Tony Nanz was the closest Warrior to state with two individual legs, but neither he nor his team were able to earn low enough scores to get to state.

“We just didn’t get any better this year,” said Ruidoso coach Eric Eggleston. “We were still shooting the same scores we did at the beginning of the year, while all the other teams were getting better.”

It was even more frustrating for Eggleston, as Ruidoso had four seniors on this year’s squad.

The Warriors’ absolute last chance to get to state was to win district Monday over Socorro – a team that has finished ahead of Ruidoso in every tournament in which they’ve faced each other – and they had to do it with a state-qualifying score on Socorro’s home course.

The girls, meanwhile, used their last two dates before district to iust get better. Even though they got a qualifying score at UNM, coach Melissa Misquez said the real goal was to give her team a chance to look at a very difficult course

before returning to it in two weeks for the state meet.

“None of them broke 90, but that wasn’t the point,” Misquez said. “It’s a difficult course, and they had to make some mistakes and figure it out before state.”

At district Monday, Misquez had no illusions about where they’d finish.

“They may be playing for second behind Socorro,” Misquez said. “But they’ll be working to place as high as they can individuals and get their district medals for the year. They’re also going to work all summer and put a lot of pressure on Socorro next year. I know they can.”

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by Tracker Bowen, and two more in the third on a double by Dillon Trapp.

They took the lead with four runs in the fourth, as Bobby Hughes, Jacob Wilcox and Dreamer Whipple hit three straight doubles to chase Triston Whitoni from the mound.

Spencer Liles then struck out Bowen and Trapp to end the inning, but the Tigers had taken an 8-5 lead and needed only to retire Artesia in the top of the fifth to end it, as darkness approached.

But Artesia was able

to score four runs in the top fo the fifth, forcing the Tigers to hit in the bottom half if they wanted to win.

They the first when Dominic Salcido scored on a passed ball, the second came on a dropped ball in the outfield.

Sports in brief Full contact football Are you a former high school star wanting to relive your time on the gridiron? Are you interested in helping to raise funds for the Ruidoso High School athletic program?

If so, then you need to be on an alumni team that will play in a full contact – pads and everything – game at Horton Stadium May 12 against Tularosa.

All equipment will be supplied, and cost is $95 per player to participate.

You do not have to be a Ruidoso High School graduate to play.

Half of all proceeds will go directly to the RHS athletic program, and tickets are available by contacting Erik Padilla at 505-331-0353. Practices are Sundays at 3 p.m. at the RHS practice field.

Senior Olympics Qualifying for this year’s state Seniors Olympics has begun, and this year is also a qualifying year for the 2013 national games in Cleveland.

The age minimum is 50 years as of Dec. 31, 2012, and a $5 registration fee entitles the individual to participate in all offered events. Deadline for early bird registration of $45 for state games is May 31, while regular registration is

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by June 30. There is also an extra fee for bowling, golf, swimming and racquetball. To sign up for any event, call Sandee Jourden at 257-4565.

Dates for remaining events are: Horseshoes, May 22 at 10 a.m., Smokey Bear Forest Trail parking lot.

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Warrior track perfecting for state

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Ruidoso’s Chloe Whipple, right, hands the baton to teammate Maggie Black on the final leg of the girls 4x200 relay during the Warrior Invitational earlier this year.

By Todd Fuqua Sports Editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com Ruidoso’s performance at the Dave Mathieu Memorial at Socorro Thursday was a good preview of the Class 3A State meet next week, as 3A schools were the only competitors there.

About the only teams that weren’t there were District 4-3A opponents Lovington and Portales, who were at the Ross Black Relays in Lovington over the weekend.

The Warriors boys were fourth, while the girls were third, but there were enough new qualifiers and improved marks to make coach Colt Harrelson happy.

Ryann Flack added a qualifying time in the 100-meter hurdles for the Lady Warriors, turning in a time of 17.3 seconds, and was a member of the

4x200 relay squad – teaming up with Maggie Black, Chloe Whipple and Andi Harrelson to run in a time of 1:52.69.

The girls’ medley relay also turned in an improved time of 4:41.06.

“There were several people that were already qualified that had bettered their time,” said coach Harrelson. “That’s what you want them to do by this point in the year.”

Flack almost ran her best time in the 300 hurdles, while Andi – an eighth grader – won the long jump with a leap of 16 feet, two inches.

Other top performances at Socorro included Bryce Pompous’ second place finishes in both the long and triple jump, as well as a personal best by Matthew Carr in the shot put with a throw of 47-2½.

Carr was good enough to win the event over Tanner

Chavez, the first time that’s happened this year.

Harrelson is excited at the team’s prospects at the District 4-3A meet this Friday, hosted by RHS. He’ll have Parker Johnson and Devon Carr back from injuries, so the Warrior boys will be at full strength.

A downer is what’s happened to the girls. Staci Mitchell – defending state champion in the 300 hurdles and a state qualifier again this year – won’t be competing this year with an injured ankle, while Barbara Welch broke her ankle in the pole vault at Socorro.

“She was trying to figure out how to get more points for the team with new events when she got hurt,” Harrelson said.

“But bad things will happen, and you can’t predict it. Now we just have to maintain, polish it up and get ready for state.”

Small school track state meet looming

By Todd Fuqua Sports Editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com The end of the small school track and field season looms with the Class 1A/2A state meet this Friday and Saturday in Albuquerque, and there will be plenty of locals representing their schools.

Fourteen girls and 23 boys from the Lincoln County area will be present at UNM’s track stadium over the weekend, and a few have their sights set on some state titles.

Godfrey Cordova of Mescalero, Capitan’s Dustee Rae Eldridge and Corona’s Taylor Huey probably have the best shot at individual state titles, as the three have been ranked at or near the top of their events all year long.

Cordova’s best throw of 170 feet, 11 inches – set at the Ruidoso Warrior Invitational – is the longest throw in Class 1A by 15 feet, and he won the District 8-1A title over the weekend, even

though it wasn’t with his best throw.

Other Mescalero athletes include Dillon Cochise, who finished second behind Cordova in the javelin, while Valerie Garcia took second in girls javelin and qualified with a throw of 101-3.

Justin Franklin and Aaron Kaydahzinne have a good shot at medaling in the 2-mile run, while Cayleigh Palmer surprised in the girls 1-mile run by taking second.

“This is a good bunch of kids and they worked hard, that’s why they’re going to state,” said Mescalero coach Godfrey Cordova, Sr. “It comes down to being relaxed at state and focused on what they’re doing individually. Hopefully we can pull out a number of medals or a state champion.”

Another local runner looking to make his mark in distance running is Hondo’s Jesus Martinez, who will be in both the 1- and 2-mile runs. He’s seeded fourth in both events.

Eldridge, the defending Class 2A state champion in pole vault, is returning to defend her title, coming in as the top seed with a mark of 11 feet even. She’s one of only two Capitan girls qualified for state, as Kalyn Hazen is seeded fifth in pole vault with a height of 7-6.

Huey, who won a Class 1A title last year in the 400-meter dash, is back in the event this year, but is the second seed behind Tatum’s Adriana Alire. Huey is looking to score a lot of points for the Lady Cardinals with appearances in the 100 and 200-meter dashes, as well as the high jump and long jump competitions.

Huey has a mark of 5-foot-2 in the high jump and is seeded first, but is tied with the duo of Caley and Barnard Barnard of Melrose, and could face a stiff challenge from those two.

Carrizozo has its own pair of sisters in Analicia and Andrea Beltran, and both will be throwing in the discus competi-

tion. Analicia is second in the state with a throw of 7 feet, 7½ inches, less than two inches back of Melrose’s Kelsey Draper.

Another Grizzly making the trip to Albuquerque is Jace Hill, who was the high-point boy at the District 7-1A meet in Mountainair. He won the 100, 200 and 400-meter runs – quailing for state in each event – was third in triple jump and was a member of the 4x400 meter relay team that won. Other members of the relay team were Caleb Ventura, Nicholas Chavez and Don Myers. Myers also won the javelin competition.

As a team, the Capitan boys have the best shot at a Class 2A state title, and will be relying on the running of all four relay squads. They’ll need points from other events as well, such as Tory Padilla in high and long jumps and Tim Dickinson in the triple jump. Strait Sedillo could also shine in javelin or the 1-mile run.

Bowling RUIDOSO BOWLING CENTER Tuesday Senior team standings, week 31 of 32 Name Won Lost Larry Larry’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 20 Serious Not. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31½ 28½ The Who? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 30 Ageless Wonders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28½ 31½ Spud & the Tater Tots. . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 32 Old Timers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 38 Season high scores Handicap series – Larry Larry’s 2576, Ageless Wonders 2499, Old Timers 2356 Handicap game – Serious Not 884, Spud & the Tater Tots 821, The Who? 810 Men’s handicap series – Larry Caywood 680, Tom Bivens 669, Jim Clements 640 Men’s handicap game – Larry Hindes 237, Spud Mitchum 235, Gene Nitz 234 Women’s handicap series – Linda Mitchum 676, Myrna Douglas 646, Rose Bivens 626 Women’s handicap game – Lorene Caywood 260, Martha Chavez 233, Pat Townsend 226 Wednesday Mixed team standings, week 31 of 32 Name Won Lost Western Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 10 Ruidoso Bowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 12 Team 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22½ 17½ Car Quest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 20 Even Par. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19½ 20½ Ruidoso U-Haul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 21 Evan’s Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 22 Knight Riders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 23 No Doubt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 27 Wild Cards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 27 Season high scores Scratch series – Western Auto 2260, Even Par 1986, Ruidoso U-Haul 1848 Scratch game – Ruidoso Bowl 770, Evan’s Team 688 Handicap series – Team 7 2536, Car Quest 2443 Handicap game – Knight Riders 898, No Doubt 787 Men’s scratch series – Jim McGarvey 686, Wel-

don Ganaway 638, Bob Layher 533 Men’s scratch game – Zane Reed 257, Tom Douglas 244, Joe Shafer 190 Men’s handicap series – Ronnie Wright 714, Ken Brower 661, Dan Roller 628 Men’s handicap game – Mike Baker 266, Floyd Ganaway 239, Keith Clevenger 208 Women’s scratch series – TJ Romero 507, Sue Reed 440, Pam Bernard 432 Women’s scratch game – Crystal Ingle 171, Sharla Ganaway 160, Connie Reynolds 149 Women’s handicap series – Irene Pawlowski 673, Tamara 623, Anne Lindsey 581 Women’s handicap game – Christina Wall 246, Shelley McGarvey 215, Trina Thomas, Jean Fanning 215 Thursday Men’s team standings, week 31 of 32 Name Won Lost Western Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 15 Insidhers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 17 GSV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 17 Down’s Auto Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 17 Good Ole Boys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 22 Buckner Electric. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 24 Ruidoso Septic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 24 Ruidoso Bowl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 24 Season high scores Scratch series – Western Auto 3194, Ruidoso Bowl 2549 Scratch game – Down’s Auto Repair 1109, Good Ole Boys 854 Handicap series – Insidhers 3183, Ruidoso Septic 3010 Handicap game – GSV 1083, Buckner Electric 975 Individual scratch series – Virgil Reynolds 703, Darryl Bagley 680, David Hoffer 659 Individual scratch game – Terry Bernard 255, Keith Brower 246, Richard Guevara 244 Individual handicap series – John Cardone 749, Hubert Lee 691, Tom Douglas 663 Individual handicap game – Floyd Ganaway 271, Nick Vega 247, Jack Kannady 246

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Love your bike and it will love you

Bike Shop upon opening or another qualified mechanic to get your bike and helmet checked out.

Your training this week concentrates on loving your bike. Spend as much time as possible on your bike and become familiar with the bike course. Just leave from the Ruidoso Athletic Club and take Grindstone Canyon Road over to Carrizo Canyon Road and head up Carrizo Canyon past the Inn of the Mountain Gods.

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by Sarah Crewe with Ty Wyant

“The will to win means nothing without the will to prepare.”

— Juma Ikangaa

It’s a simple situation: Since the Ruidoso Sprint Triathlon is in Ruidoso, there are going to be hills.

Participants will be dealing with those hills during the run, (discussed last All columns are at http://www. week) and they will be dealruidosofreepress.com/pages/sports_ ing with those hills during area. the cycling leg. The hills are a signature component of the Sarah Crewe is a USAT (USA Ruidoso Sprint Triathlon on Triathlon) Level 1 coach who coachJune 9. es triathletes and is a certified RPM, Participants who are preyoga and American Swim Coach pared for hills – particularly Association Level 2 coach. She is the hills on the race course lead faculty for health and physi– will have less anxiety cal education at ENMU. To contact leading up to the race and Sarah Crewe for training or learn will have a better chance of more about the Ruidoso Sprint Trirealizing their triathlon goal. athlon, call the Ruidoso Athletic Club Cycling in hills involves at 257-4900. climbing (going up) and then descending (going down).

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Jace N’ Lee to headline Family N’ Friends Music Festival

On May 19 from 10 a.m until 10 p.m., at the Ruidoso Convention Center, the inaugural Family N’ Friends Music Festival, headlined by Jace N’ Lee will bring a variety of live music benefitting Lincoln County Juvenile Justice and Team Builders.

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THEIA IMPACT

May 19 • 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

COWBOY MAFIA

A local favorite, Cowboy Mafia, has played in the area venues and has a long, rich history of music and musicians.

They released their first CD, “No Scum Allowed” in May 2010 at, of course, the No Scum Allowed Saloon in White Oaks.

They are currently working on a new, yet unnamed, second CD. Currently on stage, you will find Mark “Packy” Paxton on guitar and lead vocals; Paul Coates on lead guitar and vocals; Albert Burch on bass guitar and vocals; and “Big Iron” on the drums. Dur-

ing the band’s long history, members have also included many great musicians from the Ruidoso area, such as the late Tommy Martin, Harvey Twite, Steve Guilez, Joey Everett, Spencer Gandy, and Myles Erdman, just to name a few.

Packy gives out a very special thanks to his good friend, Roy Graham, the author of the book “The Cowboy Mafia” for which the band is named and to Larry Hess, a talented local writer who wrote several of their most popular hit songs, including the crowds favorite “Old Man Talking.” (Hear their interview on NM in the Morning on W105.1 today at 9:20 a.m.)

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Gary Puckett & The Union Gap

A major force on the airwaves starting in the 60s, Gary Puckett & The Union Gap forged a series of massive chart-topping ballads with earnestness & melodrama. Theirs was a sophisticated, highly orchestrated pop-rock, and their swarms of fans responded with a dedication that continues to this day. With Puckett’s sweeping baritone & the band’s dreamy rhythms, they garnered six consecutive gold records & 10 top Billboard hits with tunes like “Young Girl,” “Woman Woman,” “Over You” and “Lady Willpower.”

According to Puckett, it was the tune “Woman Woman” that set their large stride in the industry, right out of the gate.

The tune, a ballad of heartbreak that features Puckett’s soaring vocals, was written

by the Nashville songwriting team of Jim Glaser and Jimmy Payne. The song, recorded and released on the airwaves in 1968, was an immediate hit, selling 1.5 million records.

Possibly the most famous tune of the group came in “Woman Woman”’s wake — the impassioned “Young Girl” — but it was “Woman Woman” that set the stride.

Today’s Union Gap consists of bass player & vocalist Woody Lingle; drummer & vocalist Mike Candito and keyboardist/ vocalist Jamie Hilboldt.

Puckett & The Union Gap will perform at the Spencer Theater May 5 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $69 and $66. Call 575336-4800 or go to www.spencertheater. com for tickets.

Theia Impact was masterminded in the early part of 2012 with musical direction and diversity of astounding frequency and influence as well as the creativity created and imbedded in the name Theia Impact.

Theia Impact hails from the scorching heat of Southwest Texas with Tony (guitars) formally of Frequency, Killing Our Own, Abnik and Stilafect; Jayson (bass) formally of Stilafect, Ramz (drums); Jesus (guitars) and Joe (vocals) formally of Pissing Razors and current member of The Sixth. Joe has five studio releases combined with Pissing Razors and The Sixth.

Crown Pawn Copyright © 2012 Jay McKittrick

I love eating at Burger King — I guess because I’m a health nut — and a Whopper Jr. for a buck, that’s what I call value shopping. What’s more, they give you a free crown.

Well…

The other day after enjoying a delicious Whopper Jr., I walked across the street to the pawn shop where the man behind the counter (bald, sleeved, and armed) asked me: “Whatcha’ got, man?”

“I’d like to pawn my crown,” I said.

Music is definitely at the core of each of these members and anticipate a collision of creativity to take them to the success.

Theia Impact is currently working on its debut material soon to be released.

(Hear their interview on NM in the Morning W105.1 on May 11, 9:20 a.m.)

“You want to pawn a Burger King crown?” he asked as he started laughing.

“Yes!” I answered with a straight face. “I just need fifty thousand, or so, to pay a few bills.”

“Fifty grand,” he shouted, “I wouldn’t give you 50 cents for the thing!”

I asked politely, “Would you give me 40 cents?”

Reaching into his pocket, he said, “I’ll give you a quarter just to get you the heck out of my store!”

“Ok,” I said. “I’ll take it.”

Jay McKittrick

jaymckittrick@gmail.com

And that’s how I became the first person in history to pawn a Burger King crown.

(My degree in business is starting to pay off.)

Photo by Brad Cooper

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Sketch of a museum and an artist

By Sue Hutchison Reporter suehutch@valornet.com

Imagine…

It’s a crisp, spring morning on the mountain. Thirty-five jacketed fourth graders whisper to each other excitedly as they quietly watch a raccoon amble past the walking bridge over Little Creek. She’s going home after a long night of scavenging. Sketch pads in their laps, charcoal pencils at the ready, they’re set for a morning appreciating nature and advancing their sketching skills from the terrace at The Snidow Museum of Art. Just one scenario, one moment, one morning at SMA. The footprint and renderings have been designed, and the Snidow Museum of Art will soon become an international art destination in Lincoln County. Renowned architects Conron and Woods have taken their inspiration from SMA’s board of directors and Snidow’s art. Snidows, long-time Ruidoso residents, have given themselves to the community in numerous ways throughout the years, and SMA will present a venue gift unlike any currently in Lincoln County.

“Gordon and I aren’t building ourselves a museum. It’s a community museum,” says Grace, who’s already been contacted by neighbors, ready to offer assistance once the museum is up and running.

The month-long process of interviewing, determining priorities and face-to-face meetings have given Roy Woods the direction to design a stellar facility.

Woods, a cowboy himself enjoyed meeting with Snidow. Swapping stories and memories gave the architect a unique

perspective in designing SMA. Viewing Snidow’s paintings from a cowboy’s perspective, Woods said, “He has it right.”

President of the Board of Directors, Lee Arnone and wife, Paulette, along with the Snidows, recently visited Woods’ Santa Fe office to view the design. “They laid these renderings in front of me – everything boiled down to this moment. How did they know? This they took right out of my mind. They got it right,” said Arnone, who was amazed that Conron and Woods had taken unspoken thoughts and dreams to reality in the finalized design. The four were overwhelmed.

Classrooms, exhibit space, community venues, and state-of-the-art display and art storage space are all included in the design. Indoor and outdoor spaces are equally spectacular. The Santa Fe-based architect team specializes in historical preservation, museum design and cultural projects. Arnone chose Conron and Woods for their ability to create a museum to match the personality and career of Snidow, contemporary western artist.

Snidow remarks there are four top art destinations: Paris, New York City, Santa Fe, and Taos. He wants to put Lincoln County on that map. Kurt Gross and the Laster Group, marketing consultants, El Paso have given Snidow’s signature and vision global appeal. Gross and his team have spent hours as a gift to SMA in the process of bringing the art world to Lincoln County. Gross designed the website: snidowmuseum.org and is in the process of updating information to keep readers current on the museum’s progress.

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Solo exhibits in the Smithsonian and across Europe, Snidow’s work graces the lives of George Bush, Bill Clinton, Melanie Griffith, and even Norman Schwarzkopf. He’s known throughout the world as an artist who doesn’t shy away from portraying realistic western subject matter.

His work treats women with dignity, the homeless with purpose, and even addresses the plight of veterans who are trying to find their way in a post-war world.

SMA’s board of directors has been hand selected by Arnone. Debbie HainesNix and Skip Nix operate Sanctuary on the River. Debbie sees the museum as part of a stellar Lincoln County trilogy: Spencer Theater, Hubbard Museum of the American West, and now The Snidow Museum of Art. Haines-Nix is especially moved by the museum’s focus on art education.

With her involvement in providing shelter for those dealing with domestic abuse, Haines-Nix says, “Without art for our children, a piece of their lives is missing.” The board also includes Tom Battin, who is the board’s treasurer and Joan Dale Hubbard.

The Ruidoso Free Press will showcase the architect’s renderings in exclusive coverage May 22.

What does Snidow think of all this fuss? When Grace and Arnone first discussed the possibility of creating SMA, Grace remarked, “But Lee, he’s not dead!”

No, he’s not. His studio is at home and

he’s in it, painting daily. His creativity is fresh, his perspective unique and he’s continuing to document the American West.

He’s not dead by a longshot. SMA will be a destination which will honor Snidow’s work but will also be a place for him to impart his perspective and continue his legacy. Where some museums are created posthumously, SMA will have the distinction of being a venue for Snidow’s fresh input to continue.

Many artists in past centuries have taken their inspirational thoughts and insights with them to the grave. The world may never know why Leonardo Da Vinci chose the model who portrays Mona Lisa.

Arnone and the board of directors are thrilled to have this opportunity to harvest Snidow’s thoughts as he creates his work.

Lincoln County and the art world will be the beneficiary of this gift.

The next step? Donors of all levels are invited to participate. By going to the website: thesnidowmuseum.org, donors will see how they may become involved.

Several designated levels are available, but every dollar is needed and important.

At the inception, corporate or individual naming opportunities are available for significant donations. Contact information is listed on the website, or interested patrons may phone 575-258-5776 Imagine… The Snidow Museum of Art. It’s coming.

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She has nice shiny fur, big beautiful eyes and a really neat smile. She is about 6 months old.

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.

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ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR • 5-1 thru 5-8

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

WEDNESDAY MAY 2 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.

Bug stories, craft: pony bead caterpillar. 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 MAY 3 Lincoln County Prayer Breakfast, Ruidoso Convention Center, 111 Sierra Blanca Dr., 6:30 - 8 a.m.

Breakfast buffet. Purchase tickets at Rio Ruidoso Realtors, 1204 Mechem Dr. or KEDU, 1009 Mechem Dr. For more information, contact Gary Woodward: 575-937-2849.

Altrusa International District Ten Conference, runs through May 5, Ruidoso Convention Center, 111 Sierra Blanca Dr. Altrusa International members from Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah will be attending this 3 day conference. For more information, contact Judy Griffin: 575-937-5437.

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. For more information, call 575-630-1111.

Mark Kashmar, country blues, Cafe Rio, Thursdays, 5:30 - 7:30.

Karaoke with DJ Pete! Cree Meadows Lounge, 6 - 11 p.m., every Thursday, evening, including allyou-can-eat taco bar from 6 - 9 p.m.

Pass the word, the Cree Meadows lounge is open to the public!

Luke West performs at the Swiss Grill at the Swiss Chalet, 1451 Mechem Dr., 6 - 9 p.m. Join us for this performance of our NM-OATH Performing Arts Initiative with Luke West in this beautiful setting at the Swiss Grill. For more information, contact Susan Travis: 575-937-0294; www.nm-oath.org.

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

FRIDAY MAY 4 10th Annual Smokey Bear Days, Capitan, May 4 & 5. The event includes fire prevention and educational booths, free live music, a street dance, visits from Smokey Bear and the cutting of his birthday cake during the street dance. There is also a vendor’s marketplace, fun and education for the kids, chainsaw carving contest, auction of Smokey Bear memorabilia and much more. Parade Saturday at 10 a.m. For more information, call 575354-2748; http://www.sbhacapitan. org/default.aspx.

Book Talk with Virginia A. Tepfer on Chamizal, Ruidoso Public Library, 10 - 11 a.m. Join Virginia A. Tepfer for a talk on her historical novel on the Chamizal territory (El Paso). The trilogy in one book: “Territory - War - Statehood.” For more information, contact Sharon at sharonstewart@ruidoso-nm.gov; www. youseemore.com/RuidosoPL. Free.

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 is

Things to do every day 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 operated by EMNRDForestry Division.

Simulcast Horse Racing at Billy the Kid’s Race Book at Ruidoso Downs Race hosting a fish fry and live band.

Tomas Vigil performs at Landlocked Restaurant on Mechem Drive from 6 to 9 p.m.

Mark Remington performs at the Swiss Chalet Inn, Mechem Drive, 6 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.

The Eliminators perform at Casa Blanca Restaurant, Mechem Drive, 6 p.m.

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.

Aaron LaCombe performs at Casa Blanca Restaurant, 7 - 8 p.m.

Fast Forward (Variety) performs 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.

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

SATURDAY MAY 5 12th Annual Capitan Public Library Plant, Garden & Mother’s Day Sale, Capitan Public Library, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Come shop for plants and planters, our unique totems and other yard art. Gifts for mother, and wonderful homemade baked goods. Many new items and many new artists. For more information, call the Capitan Public Library: 575354-3035; www.capitanlibrary.org.

Carrizozo Fire Department yard sale, at the Fire Station on Airport Road, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Benefits kids of Carrizozo. For more information, Call Allie, 575-648-4567.

Doug Fuqua performs in Wendell’s Lounge at the Inn of the

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-thanlife horses, representing seven different breeds. The Museum is open seven days a

Mountain Gods Resort & Casino from 5 to 11 p.m.

Mike Sanjku performs in Wendell’s Restaurant at the Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino from 5 to 10 p.m.

Flying J Wrangler Stage Show -- Fundraiser for Ruidoso Hospice, 6 - 9 p.m. Admission includes Chuck Wagon Supper at 7 p.m., ‘Flying J Wranglers’ Stage Show at 8:20 p.m., and a silent auction from 6 - 8 p.m.

Tickets available at: Ruidoso Chamber of Commerce, Prestige Cabinets, The Wild Herb Market and Ruidoso Home Care. Proceeds go to the Ruidoso Home Care & Hospice Foundation. For more information, call Britt Beaty: 575-258-0028. $25 adults and $15 Children (12 & under).

Tomas Vigil performs at Landlocked Restaurant & Bar on Mechem from 6 to 9 p.m.

Luke West performs at the Swiss Grill at the Swiss Chalet, 1451 Mechem Dr., 6 - 9 p.m. Join us for this performance of our NM-OATH Performing Arts Initiative with Luke West in this beautiful setting at the Swiss Grill. For more information, contact Susan Travis: 575-937-0294; www.nm-oath.org.

18th Annual Ruidoso Fiesta, Ruidoso High School Performing Arts Center, 125 Warrior Drive, 6:30 - 8: p.m. Kindergarten kids through high school kids perform. For more information, contact Debbie Jo Almager 505-660-6652. All tickets $5 - limited seating. Purchase tickets from dancers.

Free Movie at Sacred Grounds: “Death at a Funeral” (England), 2825 Sudderth Dr., 6:30 - 9 p.m.

The funeral for the patriarch of a wealthy but eccentric British clan is tuned topsy-turvy when a stranger appears, claiming to be the dead man’s gay lover, in this black comedy from director Frank Oz. The dysfunctional family grows wackier as the deceased’s sons decide they can’t let the rest of the guests get

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.

wind of this revelation. But can they get the cat back into the bag? For more information, 575-257-2273; www.sacredgroundscoffeeshop. com. Free.

Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, Spencer Theater for the Performing Arts, 108 Spencer Rd, Alto, 7 - 9 p.m.

During the late 60s Gary Puckett & The Union Gap forged a series of massive chart ballads and ultimately garnered six consecutive gold records and 10 top billboard hits for their tunes, “Young Girl,” “Woman Woman,” “Lady Willpower,” “Over You,” “Don’t Give In to Him” and “Home.” Puckett & The Union Gap became a force on the airwaves, headlining at The White House and Disneyland. There will be an Angus Burger buffet at 5 p.m. For more information, contact the Spencer

Theater: 1-888-818-7872; www. spencertheater.com. Buffet is $20.

Tickets are $69 & $66.

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.

Fast Forward (Variety) performs 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.

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

SUNDAY MAY 6 Full Moon Night at White Sands, 15 miles South of Alamogor-

do, Hwy 70, 8:30 - 9 p.m. Bring a picnic and enjoy the moonlight on the white sand! You will swear it looks like snow (without the cold). Or listen to music, learn about the monument and enjoy the beauty of the moonlit dunes. For more information, contact White Sands: 575-6792599; www.nps.gov/whsa/planyourvisit/full-moon-nights.htm.$3 per person, 16 years and older.

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

MONDAY MAY 7 Brain Stretching Forum at ENMU-R, 10 a.m. - noon. An open forum for discussing ancient theories, modern dilemmas and current events returns. Free 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, 257-3012; www.ruidoso.enmu.edu/.

Carson & Barnes Circus at White Mountain Elememtary School, Hull Rd. & Warrior Dr., 4:30 - 9 p.m. Everyone loves a circus! This is just for one day only. There will be a petting zoo and camel and elephant rides on the midway. Sponsored by the Optimist Club of Ruidoso. For more information, contact Carson & Barnes Circus: 580-326-2233, www.carsonbarnescircus.com. Tickets can be bought at the gate or online.

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

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May 1, 2012

Foot of the Cross

accepted. “We wanted to get past

By Sue Hutchison all the religiousness and be willReporter suehutch@valornet.com ing to be real in front of our peoChurch in a strip mall is common in urban setple.” Using Isaiah 43:3 from the tings across America. There are just a few in Lincoln Bible as a reference, they are still County. determined to be a place where Foot of the Cross Ministry is in the Schlotzsky’s those who have been bruised and strip mall on the northeast corner of Mechem and battered will find hope.

Sudderth. Pastor Phil Appel and wife, Laurel lead the Appel states, “The experiministry. A rather young church, its first service at the ment has become an experience.” current location was April 3, 2005.

He’s seen those who came The two shared several similarities early in life. without hope grow and offer Appel, born in Bishop, Calif., lived most of his young- hope to newcomers who are just er years in Grand Junction, Colo. Also born in Califor- beginning to find their way. His Sue Hutchison/Ruidoso Free Press nia, Laurel is a San Diego native who, with her retired personal goal is to make everyone Phil and Laurel Appel of Foot of the Cross Ministry.

Navy family, spent time in Grand Junction. Both feel special, needed and unique mend and to become part of a caring family, Foot of moved in and out of Colorado and both dads eventuat Foot of the Cross. Laurel has assumed leadership of ally worked together. They met at age 14, married at the Cross may be a good fit. Visitors are always welchildren at the church, teaching them as young as two age 21 in 1990 and added three kids to the mix. Their come. years of age about the Bible and life application. She eldest, Zach, 20, attending Calvary Chapel Bible Colleads with high expectations for each of them.

Services are Sundays at 10:30 a.m. with children’s lege, Murrieta, Calif., will soon be joined by Taylor, They like to think of Foot of the Cross as a famclasses running concurrently, and Thursday evenings 18. Their youngest, Calah, 12 will be home for a few ily kitchen table. “Real love is kind of messy,” states at 6:30 p.m. present “family table style” support study. more years. Laurel homeschooled all three.

Appel. They’re a committed family, sticking with each Phone 575-630-8060 for more information.

In 1997, the Appels moved to Ruidoso from Albuother through thick and querque where Appel worked with Sandia Labs. A 21 thin. “Everyone’s always year computer programmer for large corporations, Ap- welcome back to the table.” Appel recalls one pel has taken advantage of being able to work online family who, in the course and with phone consultations. “After we moved here, of a few weeks lost a we found we weren’t really walking the walk,” says Charles Clary baby through miscarriage, Appel and he and Laurel began to search for a church lost a job, and their home. which would give them the opportunity to study the The month of May has significance for different folks in different ways.

The Foot of the Cross Bible, and be surrounded by those who would love But for many, the significance is graduation. There are high school gradugroup surrounded them, them and show grace unconditionally. ates, college and university graduates. Both the graduates their families and and invested their lives Visiting in Port Angeles, Wash. five years later, friends celebrate their accomplishments. While the celebration is sweet and in support. “Where they they made the decision to move there. “It just felt like the accomplishment is notable, the graduation is closure for one phase of life are self-centered when home,” says Appel. They became connected with a and the beginning of the next step. There is the challenge of making the right they arrive, they quickly church which needed an onsite pastor. Still working decision in taking the next step. Life is made up of many steps, and some misbecome part of the givas a computer programmer, Appel remarked he also steps. There are forks in the road, some bridges are out and some roads are took a “crash course in ministry.” Laurel revamped the ing family at Foot of the dead ends. There are roads that challenge and roads that lead to mediocrity.

Cross,” says Appel. children’s program, Appel began preaching and both While formal education is comprised of important steps, the practical educaAppel states if you’re sensed that they were right where they needed to be. tion includes learning who one is. Learning how to recover from failure and looking for a place to Along with preaching, Appel began to work with disappointment, learning which things in life are of greatest value.

“U Turn for Christ.” Assisting in acI celebrate the accomplishments of our graduates. But I give them this bit countability for those recovering from of advice.

You never quit learning. One may not get a diploma from the school addiction, he learned quickly what it of life, but to keep on learning gives one a better life. takes for a pastor to invest in transitional lives. It wasn’t uncommon for Appel to There are two Bible study groups spend the night with families in crisis, at Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran CHURCH SERVICES deal with drug overdoses or attempted Church that meet during the week.

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ANGLICAN 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. 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. 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, 973-0560, Pastor Zach Malott Mountain Baptist Church Independent-Fundamental KJV. 145 E. Grandview Capitan. 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 243 Birch, Carrizozo. 648-2853. Father Franklin Eichhorst CHRISTIAN Christian Community Church 127 Rio Corner w/Eagle, Mid-town. For

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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. John Duncan, Minister 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, 258-1253 Church of Jesus Christ LDS Mescalero Branch, Mormon Missionaries 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. 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.

257-0122 LUTHERAN Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church 258-4191; 1120 Hull Road. Pastor

Thomas Schoech. www.shlcruidoso.org METHODIST Community United Methodist Church Junction Road, behind Wells Fargo Bank. Stephanie Harmon, Pastor.

257-4170 Capitan United Methodist Church Pastor Jean Riley and the congregation of Capitan United Methodist. White Oaks and Third in Capitan. 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 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 Sutton 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 437-8916; 1st Elder Manuel Maya 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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Casa de Oracion Comunidad Cristiana Ruidoso 304 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345. 257-6075. Pastor: Carlos & Gabby Carreon. *All Services are Bilingual* - Translators Available Centro Familiar Destino 304 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345, 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. 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

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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, 378-8108. Email: revrobledo@lycos.com J Bar J Church 40 Hwy 70W, 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. 354-0255; e-mail miraclelife@ruidoso-online.com Peace Chapel Interdenominational (ULC), Alto North, 336-7075. Jeamsie Price, Pastor Racetrack Chapel Horseman’s Entrance, Hwy 70, 3787264. Chaplain Darrell Winter The Word of Life Church Rev. Chuck Fulton, pastor/648-2339.

711 ‘E’ Ave., Carrizozo, NM. Afliated with the Evangelistic Assembly Church NON-SECTARIAN Spiritual Awareness Study Group Minister: George N. Brown, PhD. ULC. 257-1569 Men’s Bible Study, Band Of Brothers Call 937-0071 for times and location The 1st Iglesia Apostollca de la Fe en Cristo Jesus Located at: 613 Sudderth Dr. Suite D, Ruidoso. 937-7957 · 973-5413

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Annual gardening and plant sale in Capitan

WILDLIFE from pg. 3 mention of banning the feeding of feral cats and dogs in lieu of a trap, neuter and return program.

“I excluded feral cats and dogs at the request of the humane society. They’re doing a very good job managing feral domestic animals,” Hays said.

However, the draft left open to interpretation specifics identifying exactly what devices or methods are punishable under the guise of intentional feeding such as gardens, different types of bird feeders or people who feed their house pets on the porch. Other opponents of the ban in the meeting suggested ‘don’t feed the wildlife’ education and awareness campaigns rather than a forceful ordinance which some say would leave loopholes for selective enforcement and punishment.

Village animal control officers stated to the forum that they feel the ordinance is enforceable but hedged on whether tourists would get the same treatment as local property owners. “Sometimes people who visit the area do some stupid things just to see a bear, and that doesn’t necessarily justify a citation unless the reckless behavior continues,” said Code Enforcement Officer Chris Eisenberg.

Don Raney, who said he moved to Ruidoso ten months ago specifically to be around wildlife, emphatically opposes the ban. “The deer aren’t going to leave the village until fruit trees are cut down, golf courses are eliminated; they (the animals) were here for hundreds of years before we were. This was their (the animals’) home long before it was ours,” Raney said.

Raney offered to sell his house to the commission members so he could move to another town where people enjoy the wildlife.

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Capitan Public Library’s annual Plant & Garden Sale will be held on Saturday, May 5 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. For sale will be indoor plants, outdoor plants, bedding plants, succulents, and cacti as well as gifts for the special lady in your life. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, unique and one-of-a-kind gifts will be available. The ever popular totems will be set up for your perusal. To satisfy your sweet tooth, will be an abundance of baked goods. Come early for the best selection.

MAINTENANCE from pg. 8 car idle for too long is not good for our engine, nor our bodies. When our bodies are inactive for long periods of time, it takes some extra work to get them moving again. We can help our bodies stay agile by making them move and stretch throughout the day by incorporating simple stretches into our daily routine. For guided, yet gentle stretches; you may wish to

consider yoga, Tai chi or Qi gong.

Just as our car might feel a little funny or make strange noises to let us know something is wrong, our bodies do the same; all we have to do is pay attention. We should be mindful of the warnings our body may give us after eating a meal. Slight headaches, pinching in the abdominal area, excess mucus or acid build up

in our esophagus are all just a few indications that it is not happy with what we put into it. When it comes to moving our bodies, don’t overdo it and be attentive to its limits.

As the journey of life has enough obstacles to face, don’t let a “breakdown” be one of them. Instead, keep the engine tuned up and ready accelerate to the next adventure.

Classifieds

Call 258-9922 or stop by 1086 Mechem (MTD Media) to place your classified ad. Deadline for Legal Notices and Classified Display is Wed. at 5 p.m.; Deadline for Classified Liners is Thurs. at 5 p.m.

120 LEGAL NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE The Ruidoso Planning Commission will hold a public meeting at its regular meeting scheduled on May 15, 2012 at Village Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive. The meeting will begin at 2:00 p.m. The purpose of the public meeting is to consider case #PSD20120336 Commercial Site Development Request for the following property: 1110 & 1112 Mechem Drive H.F. Investments Tracts 4 & 5 By order of the Planning Commission Shawn Fort Building Official ALTO LAKES SPECIAL ZONING DISTRICT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the Alto Lakes Special Zoning District Commission will hold a public hearing on 17 May, 2012 during its regular meeting which begins at 9:00am in the Alto Lakes Golf and Country Club clubhouse to hear public testimony and vote on the application of Susan Morris for the granting of a variance applicable to the property located at lot 22 block 6 commonly known as 117 Mulligan Dr.

130 EMPLOYMENT HELP WANTED! Dishwashers, line cooks, servers and prep cooks.

Apply in person Tuesday-Friday 10 am-3 pm at Kokopelli Club 1200 High Mesa Rd. PART TIME MAINTENANCE PERSON NEEDED. General handyman knowledge required. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Please apply in person at the Holiday Inn Express.

400 W. Hwy 70.

PART TIME BREAKFAST HOST NEEDED. Must have prior serving experience. Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5:30am-11:00am Please apply in person at the Holiday Inn Express 400 W Hwy 70.

HOUSEKEEPERS NEEDED. Housekeeping department under new management. Experience required.

Please apply in person at the Holiday Inn Express 400 W Hwy 70.

FRONT DESK POSITION AVAILABLE at the Holiday Inn Express.

Must have knowledge of the local area, and possess strong customer service skills. Saturday-Tuesday, 3 pm - 11 pm. Please apply in person at 400 W Hwy 70.

NOW HIRING front desk, server, housekeeping supervisor, and experienced cook. Apply in person.

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Food Service Supervisor JOB SUMMARY: To train and supervise food service staff (wait staff and food servers) in proper procedures for all food service.

To fulfill duties and responsibilities in an independent manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Supervises and directs work in the food service department in accordance with established policies and procedures.

2. Inventories and orders food service supplies.

3. Prepares work schedule; monitors, and records employee attendance and performance.

4. Prepares and approves employee time cards and food consumption reports.

5. Identifies equipment problems and schedules repairs with service personnel.

6. Attends staff meetings.

7. Reports staffing, morale, work methods, and procedure problems to the department head.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 1. Two years’ restaurant or institutional food service experience, including knowledge of food handling, service, and sanitation.

2. Good communication and supervisory skills.

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MTD MEDIA IS SEEKING A VALUABLE MEMBER OF OUR ADMINISTRATIVE AND ADVERTISING STAFF: RECEPTIONIST/CLASSIFED ADVERTISING CLERK I Call Kim at 575-258-9922 or send your resume to marianne@ruidosofreepress.com Become a member of growing team and apply for our front office position where YOUR people and administrative skills are sought!

Job Purpose: This full-time position will place classified ads, make first contact with visitors, support the marketing/sales staff and backup the billing specialist and office manager.

Skills/Qualifications: We seek candidates with excellent skills in verbal & electronic communication, Microsoft Office, organization, marketing support and supply management.

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GREAT 1750 SQ FT High ceiling Retail space. Lots of Parking. Great location on Mechem. $1500 month 575-654-0365

$525/month, $350 deposit. Small pet OK w/ approval. Close to midtown. References required. Call days @ 257-0872.

210 ROOMMATE WANTED

RV SPACES FOR RENT. 575-258-3111

215 CABIN & RV RENTALS

220 MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE

ROOMMATE TO SHARE 3BD/2BA HOME in Capitan. Call 575-937-4866

2 BEDROOM CABIN. Furnished.

1997 CHAMPION. 16X80. Com-

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140 GENERAL HELP WANTED LIVE-WORK-PARTY-PLAY! Play in Vegas, Hang in LA, Jet to New York!

Hiring 18-24 girls/guys. $400-$800 wkly. Paid expenses. Signing Bonus. Are you energetic & fun? Call 877-259-6983.

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

101 RANCHER ROAD – UNF 2 BDR, 1 3/4 BA w/1 car garage, wood-burning FP & fenced yard. $950/Mo + utilities. (On the Market - Subject to showing with a lawful 30-day notice) MONTH to MONTH ONLY 323 HEATH DRIVE – FURN 4 BDR, 2 3/4 BA cabin with knotty pine interior and large wooded yard. $975/Mo + utilities.

HOUSES 100 ALLISON LANE – UNF 2 BDR, 1 BA. Wood-burning stove, hookups for stackable W/D. Pet OK w/owner approval. $750/Mo + utilities. (On the Market - Subject to showing with a lawful 30-day notice) CONDOS 1230 MECHEM DRIVE #15 – UNF 3 BDR, 3 BA condo at The Springs. $1200/Mo + utilities. (Available 5-21-12).

COMMERCIAL 2900 SUDDERTH DRIVE – Large building at the corner of Sudderth & Mechem with many potential uses. Come take a look.

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4 BR/ 3 BA + office or 5th BR. 2 car garage.

Granite countertops throughout, including bathrooms. Wood, tile, carpet & Pergo flooring. New light fixtures, new plumbing fixtures. 2 FPs, custom cabinetry. Master BR main level. Decks to enjoy the view.

Paved drive. $289,500 MLS #109278

pletely furnished, 3BD 2BA. Ceiling fans throughout, washer, dryer, fridge, water softener, AC, carpet throughout and storm windows.

Plus large deck. $34,500 Call 575973-0289.

AMY’S DOUBLE-WIDE 2004 Champion 3BR. $1000/month or will sell $36,000. 575-973-1242

This 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo overlooks the Innsbrook Village lake. Easy access, all one level. The property has been remodeled. Nice getaway condo! $104,999 MLS #110670

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260 APARTMENT RENTALS: FURN / UNFURN

SECTION 8 VOUCHERS WELCOME

235 HOMES FOR RENT: FURN / UNFURN

Inspiration Heights Apartment Homes 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms.

Nestled in the pines of Ruidoso Downs 301 Sierra Lane

AMY’S COTTAGES,3 bedroom for rent, furnished, perfect! 575-9731242

250 FARMS, RANCHES OR LAND/ACREAGE

378-4236

20 ACRES WITH WATER! Near Ruidoso, $34,900. New to market, municipal water, maintained roads and electric. Won’t last at this price!

Call NMRS 866-906-2857

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On approx. 9.5 ac. 3 BR, 2 1/2 BA, gourmet kitchen w/ Subzero fridge, dbl oven, granite countertops, tile, lrg walk-in pantry, the works!

Xeriscaping in front, 2 car garage, & 1 car carport. 3 loafing sheds, birthing stall, round pen, tack room & more! Extremely nice property w/ gorgeous views! $459,500 MLS #109835

INNSBROOK VILLAGE CONDO W/ LAKE & GOLF COURSE VIEW

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14x70 2 BEDROOM 2 BATH, includes porch and shed. Fully funished. 575-257-2756

BEAUTIFUL 4 ACRE PARCEL in Alto. Take Mesa Heights Dr. between TR’s Store and Post Office to second Rango Loop Road, go left to by owner sign, Beautiful trees, views, wildlife, privacy, constructed homes only. Asking $50,000 707-542-7408.

TERRITORIAL STYLE HOME WITH HORSE FACILITIES

Under New Ownership

This institution is an Equal Opportunity Provider.

ALTO 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH, washer and dryer hookups, covered front and back decks, fenced back yard, water and trash paid. $700 plus security deposit. References required.

575-937-2831 1 AND 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS for rent, Unfurnished, Bills paid. 575-258-3111.

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All AmericAn reAlty SALES & RENTALS

Commercial Investment Property 1300 sq.ft. metal building (leased) Plus two residences 707 sq.ft. and 452 sq.ft. $ 340,000 Call 257-8444 for info. ~~~

Unique furnishings/Décor One bedroom home in Alto $ 800/mo. Bills paid.

Very unique furnishings/décor Includes everything you’ll need for a short or long-term stay.

Call Pat at All American Realty 575-257-8444/575-937-7611

El Capitan Apartments Large 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, long or short term lease. $ 450-$550/ month.

Convenient Village location, School System walking distance.

354-0967 1BEDROOM WITH LOFT in midtown. Available midMay to mid-August. $700 575-973-7860

310 MISCELLANEOUS

Milagro Hill

Antiques & Mexican Furniture 175 Indian Divide (between Capitan & Carrizozo)

Thurs - Sat 10-4

All other days by appointment

575-354-4275 575-937-5854 AMY’S EVENT TENTS for Rent. 40x40 and bigger.

575-973-0964 CASH!!

Cash for your gold and silver.

575-937-3325 AIRLINES ARE HIRING – Train for hands-on Aviation Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified – Job placement assistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-886-7324.

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320 AUCTIONS ADVERTISE YOUR AUCTION in 33 New Mexico newspapers for only $100. You 25-word classified ad will reach more than 288,000 readers. Call this newspaper for more details. Or log onto www.nmpress. org for a list of participating newspapers

370 GARAGE SALES/ESTATE SALES 103 GRANITE DRIVE. Saturday May 5th, 7am. Lots of great household items.

Don’t miss it!

May 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th (Last Week!)

10 am - 5:30 pm

SATURDAY MAY 5TH 8AM at Community United Methodist Church Warehouse. 220 Junction Road behind Cornerstone Bakery

Cash & Carry (575) 808-3566

470 HORSES/STABLES/MISC. GALLUP BOY NEEDED. 575-3788163

(Across from Walmart)

550 AUTOS FOR SALE

English Saddles Tools Prom Dresses THE NEW MEXICO SEED LOAN PROGRAM is available to small businesses owned by individuals with disabilities and provides low interest loans for the purchase of equipment and related supplies needed to expand or start a business. Contact the New Mexico Seed Loan Program at 855-891-8295 or www.nmseedloans.org for more information. A low interest loan program of DVR; State of New Mexico 100 PERCENT GUARANTEED OMAHA STEAKS - SAVE 65 percent on the Family Value Collection. NOW ONLY $49.99 Plus 3 FREE GIFTS & right-to-the-door delivery in a reusable cooler. ORDER TODAY at 1-877-291-6597 or www.OmahaSteaks.com/family22, use code 45069TVP. EVER CONSIDER A REVERSE MORTGAGE? At least 62 years old?

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02’ SUBARU FORESTER AWD. 173,000 miles young, great working condition. $4600 call 575-3540967

630 GENERAL SERVICES COMPLETE LAWN TREE AND PINE NEEDLE SERVICES Affordable! Call Clay 575-937-4727

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