November 13, 2013

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Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club at IMG

Live Stand-Up Comedy Series with professional comedians performing every Wednesday night at Inn of the Mountain Gods. 7 p.m. 575-464-7053, Innofthemountaingods.com. $5 admission, must be 21 or older.

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Cornerstone for Lincoln County health care ready for patients Lincoln County Medical Complex celebrates POB construction completion

November 15

Rotary Enchilada Dinner & Bingo

Ruidoso Convention Center, 5 - 8 p.m. This is the first Rotary Club’s “Not Your Same Ol’ Enchilada Dinner” which will feature Bingo. 575-257-7395 or 575-258-0059. Tickets are $8 for adults and $4 for children.

November 16

Comedian Jay McKittrick with musical guest Charlie Elmer

Ruidoso High School Performing Arts Center, 125 Warrior Dr., 7 - 9 p.m. A benefit for Laughing Eyes Kennels – a nonprofit organization that provides service dogs for the disabled. Local comedian Jay McKittrick keeps audiences laughing with stories and observational humor. Charlie Elmer is a local folk singer and acoustic guitarist. Tickets are $20.

Broadway Revisited

Spencer Theater, 8 - 10 p.m. Broadway legends Dale Kristien and Bill Hutton present their favorite songs including, “Think of Me,” “The Music of the Night,” “All I Ask of You,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Close Every Door” and “Any Dream Will Do.” Kristien is best known for playing Christine Daae in “Phantom of the Opera.” Hutton garnered a Tony nomination for his role of Joseph in “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” Pre-performance Chipotle-glazed ham buffet, 6 p.m. ($20). 575-336-4800; spencertheater.com. Tickets for the performance are $66 or $69.

November 17

Lone Tree Camps Fall Fundraiser

Capitan, 5 - 8 p.m. Silent and live auctions, raffle prizes and incredible food. Proceeds benefit camp scholarships and special camp projects. 575-3543322; www.lonetreecamps.org. $12.50 per person.

Full Moon Gathering & Labyrinth Walk

High Mesa Healing Center, 133 Mader Lane, Alto, 6:30 - 9 p.m. Celebrate the full moon with a drumming circle and labyrinth walk – which can produce the “relaxation response,” effective for lowering blood pressure and breathing rates; decreasing chronic pain and helping with conflict resolution, grief and depression. 575-336-7777; www. highmesahealing.com. Free.

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Cree Meadows Country Club, 5 - 7 p.m. Open House, serving warm holiday beverages, delicious holiday sampler, complimentary wine and cash bar. Prizes will be given away, including one year Cree Meadows Country Club Membership; a 3-day, 2-night Las Vegas Trip and more. 575-257-7395.

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By Eugene Heathman Editor, with contributions from Michelle Caskey, Lincoln County Public Information Officer For the past 11 months, the $6 million Physician’s Office Building (POB) has been the largest new commercial construction project in several years for Ruidoso. Lincoln County Medical Center Officials are hosting a grand opening ceremony and tours Nov. 20 as the facility will then open for business. Al Santos, LCMC administrator, anticipates opening the POB’s doors at the grand opening event. The POB completes the current phase of the now renamed Lincoln County Medical Complexes master plan which will update and expand the available services Lincoln County Medical Complex will now be able to offer. The project was completed on

time and under budget. “This is the first project I’ve been involved with where our client can keep their contingency fund,” said Jason Parsons, Jaynes Construction’s project supervisor who has seen the building from conception to projected completion. Exam rooms and office space are dedicated to local and visiting physicians, along with cost effective lighting and energy reductions, Santos and Parsons are pleased with the results. LCMC, owned by Lincoln County and operated by Presbyterian Healthcare Services presents a collaborative effort to the community. Presbyterian Healthcare Services supplied more than $1.3 million in furniture, fixtures and supplies for the new building. “Lincoln County is realizing the goal of creating and maintaining See POB, pg. A3

Ordinary heroes: Preserving veterans’ history By Erik LeDuc Reporter erik@ruidosofreepress.com Jerry Webster will be the first to tell you that he’s no hero – a selfeffacing attitude shared by most every combat veteran. “I just did what they told me as best I could,” he summarized, deflecting praise towards his former comrades. Yet there’s more to heroism than being in the right place at the right time – sometimes heroism is simply the willingness to step up in the face of danger – a virtue readily found in those that served.

It’s a simple virtue that should be passed on before it, and the tales of those that exemplify it fade into obscurity, said Millie Wood, who hosted Webster and a trio of Capitan Middle School students for an evening video interview bound for the library of Congress. The project is part of a national effort to record the stories of veterSee HISTORY, pg. A3 Erik LeDuc/Ruidoso Free Press

Caleb Hightower holds up an image of a plane Jerry Webster once flew to war in as the veteran points out his place in the rear gunner’s compartment.

Feeding the hungry, local food banks gear up for the holidays By Hilary Romig

The Lincoln County Food Bank is gearing up for a busy season. On average they have about 50 volunteers, however this time of the year they could always use more help. There are no paid employers and the only bill the food bank has is the telephone service. First Baptist of Ruidoso Downs helps to cover the use of the building for the food bank. “It is a community-based organization,” said Pat Scott of the Lincoln County Food Bank. “We have been continuously running since the year 1986.” The location of the food bank has been moved from time to time. The food bank is now located at the First Baptist Church in Ruidoso Downs. Recently, they have seen a large increase in the number of people who receive food from them. “We had 39 new clients in the month of October,” Scott said. This year alone they have served more than 6,000 people. The criteria to receive food from the food bank are that you must be a resident of Lincoln County. Local

businesses donate on a regular basis. Lawrence Brothers, Starbucks, The Wild Herb Market and many more help the food bank to run all year long. “They are very faithful giving to us.” Coming up, Lawrence Brothers will team up with the Lincoln County Food bank in what is called ‘Fill the Bus.’ One school bus will be provided by the Ruidoso schools in December and residents of Lincoln County can bring contributions to load up the bus! “We can always use more non-perishable donations,” Scott stated. Both the Ruidoso Main Post Office as well as the Alto Post Office have big green trash cans sitting out front that are for donations to the food bank. “The last few holidays have been sparse.” The food bank is an important part of the Lincoln County community; if you would like to donate items to the food bank or be a volunteer, you can call at 575-378-8939. Their hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from noon until 4 p.m.

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Volunteers at the Lincoln County Food Bank help collect food donations sort into boxes for families in need.

Settlement reached in Grindstone turbidity claim By Eugene Heathman Editor eugene@ruidosofreepress.com Since the announcement of a potential $48,000 fine against the village and possible action against the certifications of two plant operators for an unauthorized filter at the Grindstone Reservoir water plant in June 2012 by the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), village residents have been demanding answers.

The village announced a settlement is in the final stages with the New Mexico Environment Department during Tuesday’s council meeting. The report presented by the Village of Ruidoso for the record in regards to the settlement outlined the timeline of the activities leading up to the violation and the collaboration with the NMED to correct what was essentially a compounded crisis with the extended S! VIEW NICE

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Community Calendar Chili supper Come join the United Methodist Men at the fellowship hall of Community United Methodist Church for their annual chili supper this Thursday from 5-7 p.m. An $8 for adults includes drink and dessert for dining in. Dessert only for to-go orders.

WMSAR meet The White Mountain Search and Rescue team holds its regular meeting on Nov. 18 at 7 p.m. upstairs at the First Christian Church, 1211 Hull Road in Ruidoso. Topics to include recent missions, election of board members and community events. For more information, call Tony Davis at 336-4501 or Carolyn Scarborough at 937-3454.

DAR chapter The Sierra Blanca Chapter of the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution met at the Ruidoso Public Library on Nov. 21 at noon.

Thanksgiving closure The Ruidoso Public Library will be closed Nov. 28-30 for the Thanksgiving holiday, and will return to normal hours on Dec. 2 at 9 a.m. For more information, call the library at 258-3704.

Christmas Bazaar The Capitan Women’s Club is seeking vendors for its Country Christmas Bazaar at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds on Dec. 7. Booth fees are reasonable and spaces are going quickly. For more information, contact Ashley Ivins at nmcanchaser@hotmail.com.

Dei Corps The Dei Corps Disaster Relief Ministry is seeking individuals to fill relief volunteer and rescue specialist positions in Ruidoso. The organization seeks those to fill positions in business affairs management and office assistance, relief Chaplains and assistant Chaplains, relief specialists and volunteers, and rescue, EMS and security specialists. Rescue, EMS and security volunteers should call Bill McGeachy at (575)-973-8782. Chaplains and Ministers should call (575)-3541573. Those wishing to make a financial donation to the Ruidoso Unit can do so through Wells Fargo Bank at 401 Sudderth Dr.

Firewood available For residents in Sun Valley, there will be wood until snowfall. Free, cut firewood and un-cut logs are available at the Sun Valley, La Junta and Little Creek subdivisions north of Ruidoso west of Highway 48, behind the Alto Post Office. Drive on the Sun Valley and connecting side roads; look for stacked wood next to County roads. Call Jim Miller for details and/or locations at 575-937-2873. 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. There is also a Monday 6:30 p.m. women’s open meeting. 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.

For more information regarding AA meetings in Lincoln and Otero counties, call 430-9502. Al Anon of Ruidoso – for family members of alcoholics – meet at 1216 Mechem Dr. Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous of Capitan meets every Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center, 115 Tiger Dr., just one block off of Highway 48. For more information, call Ted at 354-9031. Alcoholics Anonymous of Carrizozo meets every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Baptist Church Hall. American Legion Post 79 – Jerome D. Klein Post, meets on the third Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. at Veterans Plaza, 201 Second Dr. in Ruidoso Downs. For more information, or to join, call Harold Oakes, Post Commander, at 575-315-5374. American Legion Post 11 meets the third Saturday of each month at Wells Fargo Bank in Carrizozo at 9 a.m. Altrusa Club of Ruidoso meets at 5 p.m. on the third Tuesday of the month at First Christian Church, 1211 Hull Road. If you think an organization like Altrusa may be a good fit for your volunteer efforts, contact membership chair Barbara Dickinson at 336-7822. A bereavement support group meets Thursdays from 1-2 p.m. at the Ruidoso Public Library. All residents of Lincoln County are welcome. For more information, call Ruidoso Home Care & Hospice/Encompass at 258-0028. The Carrizozo Chamber of Commerce meets on the second Tuesday of every month at 5:15 p.m. at Otero Electric, 507 12th St. in Carrizozo. For more information, call Fran Altieri at 973-0571. The Federated Republican Women of Lincoln County meet the fourth Monday of each month at K-Bob’s at 11:30 a.m. For more information, call 3368011 or visit www.frw.rplcnm.org 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, and hosts Yoga Wednesdays. For times or further information, call 257-2309. Firefighters for Christ meet on the second Thursday of the month at the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack Chapel at 7 p.m. This service is open to firefighters and their families. For more information, call 258-4682. Gamblers Anonymous meets every Thursday at 7:15 p.m. in the Mescalero Reformed Church, 336 Wardlaw Dr. in Mescalero. For more information, call 575-6826200. The Kiwanis Club of Ruidoso meets every Tuesday at noon at K-Bobs. The Lincoln County Garden Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Otero County Electric co-op, on Highway 48 in Alto, at 9:45 a.m. Visitors are welcome. The Garden Club’s purpose is to encourage

community beautification and conservation, and to educate members in the arts and sciences of horticulture. For more information, call 973-2890. The Lincoln County Community Theater meets the fourth Monday of every month at 8:30 a.m. All are welcome to come. Call 808-0051 for the meeting location, or visit www.lcct-nm.com. The Lincoln County Regulators, members of the Single Action Shooters Society, hold matches the second Saturday of every month at the Ruidoso Gun Range located on Hale Lake Road. Registration is at 9 a.m., matches start at 10 a.m. The public is welcome to participate or watch the action. During the shooting matches, all other shooting is suspended. For more information, call Avery (AKA Rowdy Lane) at 937-9297. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Posse is part of American Western history that continues today. 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 575-512-7077. Optimist Club meets at noon every Wednesday at K-Bobs. The Photographic Society of Lincoln County – dedicated to the advancement of digital photography – meets the second Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. in the ENMU Community Education Annex on White Mountain Drive, the middle building of the three Ruidoso elementary school buildings. Annual dues are $15 per family which includes lectures and field trips. Contact Leland Deford at 257-8662 or Herb Brunnell at 258-4003 or 937-0291.

Ruidoso Masonic Lodge No. 73 meets first Monday of each month, 7:30 p.m. If the first Monday is a national holiday, the meeting will be held on the second Monday. Dinner is at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call 575-354-0111. Ruidoso Toastmasters meet every Thursday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the ENMU Annex, 201 E. White Mountain Dr., next to the elementary school. Ruidoso Toastmasters Club is for those who want to improve their thinking, listening, speaking and leadership skills for that next job, promotion, or just to be more effective. Call 575799-3215 or 832-444-3633 for more information. Free for guests and prospective members. There is a membership fee when you decide to join the club. SAA meets every Thursday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Church of the Holy Mount at 321 Mescalero Trail Road. For more information, call 575-956-3101 or 575-336-4187. Sacramento Mountain Village is a network of older adults in Ruidoso and surrounding communities who support independent living by offering services and activities that keep seniors healthy and happy in their own homes. Benefits of membership include

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• Ruidoso (Village Hall: 575-258-4343) Cemetery Board: Nov. 20 at noon at Village Hall Parks and Recreation Commission: Nov. 25, 5:30 p.m. at Village Hall • Carrizozo (Town Hall: 575-648-2371) Lodgers Tax: Nov. 21, 1 p.m., Town Hall Carrizozo Works, Inc.: Nov. 21, 5:30 p.m., Otero Electric P&Z: Nov. 26, 6 p.m., Town Hall • Capitan (Capitan School District: 575-354-8500) School Board, Nov. 14, 6 p.m. at CMS • Corona (Corona Public Schools: 575-849-1911) School Board, Nov. 13, 5:30 p.m. art and yoga classes, weekly walking and discussion groups, social functions and monthly member breakfasts at K-Bobs, on the fourth Saturday of the month at 9:30 a.m. Membership is open to any Lincoln County resident 49 years or older. For more information, call 258-2120 or visit www. sacmtnvillage.org. Veterans of Foreign Wars LCpl Steven M. Chavez Post 12071 meets on the third Monday of each month at Cree Meadows Country Club “North Forty” Room. Social hour starts at 6 p.m. with the regular meeting at 7 p.m. For more information or to join, call Commander Jerry Ligon at 575-808-1114 or Post Adjutant Jerry Grace at 575-973-0007.

Vietnam Veterans of America, PFC Robert G. “Bobby” Montoya Chapter 1062, meets every fourth Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Veterans Plaza, 201 Second Dr. in Ruidoso Downs. For more information, call President Vic Currier 575-802-5293. Women Helping Women, a support group for domestic violence victims and survivors, meets Wednesdays from 2-3 p.m. at Sweet Charity, 26156 Highway 70. The group offers support, resource referral and information about children’s issues and problems. There is no cost and bilingual services are available. If you have questions, please call the Nest at 378-6378.

Rotary Club of Ruidoso meets at Cree Meadows Country Club noon every Tuesday. Ruidoso Noon Lions Club meets every Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. at Cree Meadows Country Club. For more information, call 257-2476. 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.

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a local state of the art medical and hospital facility,” said Nita Taylor, Lincoln County manager, “County Commissioners have approved spending the savings generated from a 2 percent Mill Levy property tax assessment.” Mill Levy funds have paid for construction of the LCMC Physical Therapy Center, updating the Obstetrics Unit, remodeling the Operating Room and building the Ambulatory Surgery Center. Patients to the 12 providers occupying the Physician’s Office Building will benefit from the thoughtful design of the facility. Waiting areas serve each medical specialty to maximize the comfort of the patients. Children visiting the Pediatrician can enjoy an outdoor play space adjacent to a waiting room just for families, without disturbing other visitors. Convenient access to the outpatient lab, where blood draws are done, is near the entrance with a separate waiting area nearby. Exam rooms are computer networked and feature wall-mounted computer monitors allowing consultations with specialists off-site and review of other documents as needed. Doctors and nursing staff are excited about their move to the new building too. “Nurses

will finally have struction,” said room to work,” Nita Taylor. said Barb Valdez “We are also with Presbytepleased to see rian Healthcare, local con“We will be tractors used able to provide whenever posthem with the sible. Bonnell networking and Sand & Gravel, infrastructure Foxworth Galthat you would braith Lumber expect in a modCompany, ern healthcare DT Collins & facility.” NursAssociates, Ceing stations also Photo courtesy of Michelle Caskey mex, Renegade have access to a The nurses’ station inside the new Physicians Office Construction, live video feed and Continental Building. of parking lots, Termite and waiting rooms and other public areas. Pest Control all had a hand in building this beautiful new Physicians Office Building, Featuring LED lighting, high efficiency and we thank them. We couldn’t be happier boilers, hands free faucets and landscaping with the result.” which will largely be watered from water collected from the roof, the Physicians OfPresbyterian Healthcare has consistently fice Building is a welcome addition to the invested in providing premium healthcare Lincoln County Medical Complex. “The for Lincoln County residents. From 2010project completed on budget thanks to the 2013 LCMC has invested $50,000 in buildconscientious management by Jaynes Coning demolition for POB; $1.8 million MRI

replacement; $50,000 for Bone Densitometer, $4.3 million Electronic Health Record deployment (all LCMC clinics have already and the hospital will deploy next year); $561,000 for an ICD-10 coding system. In 2010, LCMC installed a new digital mammography machine. The Therapy Center opened in 2009 and Capitan Medical Clinic opened in November 2011. LCMC has made other regular reinvestments such as an Accudose Medication Safety system in all departments (Emergency Dept, Medical/Surgical, ICU, OR and EMS), room sanitizer to reduce the possibility of any infectious viruses, bacteria and fungal spores from contaminating rooms and infecting patients and LCEMS routinely replaces ambulances with either remounting the chassis or replacing the entire unit at the cost of $150,000-250,000 per unit with the approval of the County Commission. Some other mill levy investments have been the 2004-05 remodel of the operating room suites and warehouse at LCMC and the 1999-2000 outpatient lab/ emergency room remodel.

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ans, as well as to bring their tales into the lives of the youth of our nation, helped along by a few prize incentives from the Worthington Foundation. After the youth complete their video interviews, they will edit the clips into a three to five minute video, submitted before Nov. 20. Short notice for Stephen Ellison, Price Bowen and Caleb Hightower, but they managed to line up their ducks with equal alacrity, listening to Webster’s tales well on into the evening – for a man who’s not a hero, he certainly had some stories to share.

Enlistment

Webster joined the Marine Corps when he was 17, a move that took him overseas for about a year after he finished his training in San Diego, Calif., later moving over to Santa Barbara, Calif. It wasn’t easy and it wasn’t fun, but it was what had to be done. “I never realized that I was nothing but a gurmy worm, a piece of dirt,” he said, laughing off his time in boot camp. “They break you down to where you’re absolutely nothing and build you back up – the Marine Corps taught me when you give your word, you keep it – you don’t give it lightly and you earn respect by giving it.” He initially applied for gunnery school, aiming for a turret position on a bomber, only to find out he was three inches too tall, consigning him to the next best thing – bombardier school. Yet shortly before classes began, Webster took an emergency furlough to attend the funeral of his brother, arriving back on base two weeks behind the class and unable to catch up. Ironically, that delay allowed Webster to join a gunnery class kicking off around the same time, as his superior was unaware of the height requirement. Webster also found himself in charge of the class. “He said, ‘I’m holding you responsible for everything they do – if anything goes wrong, your rear end is mine,’” Webster recounted. “I was 17 years old and had never been in charge of anything in my life, but if you’re called on to fill GRINDSTONE from pg. A1

media outlets and Village Manager Debi Lee and Mayor Raymond Alborn have vehemently contended the reporting process is transparent and the village has a very cooperative relationship with NMED. On June 8, 2012, at Randall Camp Utility Director’s insistence, representatives from NMED came to Plant 4 and met with the Village Treatment Plant 4 Operators. During that meeting, Stewart was asked whether a filter was still in place. He responded that it was not, because he believed that the filter had been removed. When the Filter body was inspected it was learned by everyone present that the filter was indeed still in place. Stewart has since left his position with the village. Because of the filter placement, an investigation of the non-compliance was finally reported to the Village Manager who conducted an internal investigation and took appropriate disciplinary actions. It should be noted as well that the discovery and investigation conducted during the pendency of this administrative order has revealed that plant operational staff requested permission during the spring of 2012 to discuss their concerns about the color issue with upper management at Village Hall and that they were specifically instructed by both Camp and Stewart not to do so, according to the report of record. The report further states that on Oct. 30, Bryant, Debi Lee, J.R. Bauman and Randy Koehn met in a settlement conference to discuss the potential for settlement of this Administrative Order. Bryant presented the facts that supported the challenges leading up to the Administrative Order and also identified the numerous improvements made in the last four months under the new Utility Director leadership of Bauman and Koehn. As a result, NMED staff and supervisors were pleased to see the progress made and offered their support and assistance through a proposed settlement agreement which is in the process of being finalized.

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Shipping out

Webster, along with most of his class, shipped out on a trio of carriers, the Suwannee, Sangoman and Chenango, named after rivers in Florida, arriving at Esperitu Santo, an island in the Coral Sea in November of 1943. From there he went to the Solomon Islands, eventually taking part in the offensive on Guadalcanal as part of the Vertical Marine Torpedo Bomber squadron 134. Yet his first near-death experience happened well before he ever saw combat, following a mid-air collision between his plane and another that was attempting to take aerial photographs of the squadron’s formation. He survived, “thanks to the skill of my pilot,” he said. The errant plane struck a glancing blow to his ailerons, sending the aircraft spinning out of control. Webster begged the pilot not to tell them to bail out, barely managing a landing after a convection current from the steel mat landing strip stabilized them on their first pass. “What I didn’t tell him until 40 years later was that I couldn’t get out with my chute on.” He survived that, though two gunners in the errant plane did not, after the pilot bailed out, and went on to survive the next 28 combat missions he flew – the most hazardous being a “milk run” gone wrong, when a visiting pilot looking to get hours for combat pay “came in too low and too slow” on a bombing run on a radio tower – a perfect target for the anti-aircraft guns, which obligingly shot the plane down. That was when Webster learned about sharks, spending the next two hours alternately in or out of the water as the Japanese anti-aircraft gunners kept up a steady stream of low flying shells in an attempt to sink the crew’s raft. “We noticed, after a little while, these fins swimming in circles around us,” said the drylander. “I’d never seen anything bigger than a catfish.”

Homecoming

Webster shipped back to shore in September of 1944 and wasn’t looking forward to going back. “I’d been over there a year and had a few experiences that weren’t fun,” he said. “Coming back home was gratifying. Sooner or later the thought comes to mind, ‘there are people down there trying to kill me.’” Fortunately for Webster, the time he was getting ready to redeploy was around the time that the first nuclear bomb was deployed on Hiroshima in August of 1945. “That put a hold on things,” he said, and indeed, it put an end to his career in the military, leaving Webster with a handful of medals and a lifetime of memories, though many are slipping away. “It’s becoming more and more evident to me that I’m one of the last gunners alive.” For more information on the veterans story archive project or to participate, contact Millie Woods at 575-336-2828 or by email, milliew1933@aol.com

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I am writing on behalf of Nob Hill Early Childhood Center in Ruidoso. I want to thank our Village Manager, Village Council and our local community businesses for their support with the annual Fall Fun Fest, which was held on Oct. 26 at the Ruidoso Convention Center. This was the 31st year we hosted the Fall Fun Fest as a community fundraiser for our school. We generally raise between $8,000-9,000 each year for our school with this event, and this year was no exception. We raised $8,500! We use these funds to support our field trips, enrichment activities, and supply resources and materials for the classroom. In times of budget hardship, we are humbled to have the support and generosity from our village government and our local private businesses. Many items were donated such as: food from local restaurants for our food booth, supplies and prizes from retailers, and green fees, trinkets, and gift certificates for the silent auction. We could not do this fundraiser without the support of our community. So, with heartfelt thanks, the staff, students and parents of NHECC thank you, Ruidoso. Michelle Perry NHECC Principal

Veterans Day

We just celebrated Veterans Day across the U.S. with school veterans assemblies, parades, events held in parks, special recognition on billboards, a discounted meal at lunch, discounts on merchandise, and each and every one was a welcomed tribute to those who at one time signed a blank check that was good for an amount – up to and including their very life. There are three such events that I believe deserve to have special recognition. Ruidoso Middle School Veterans Assembly, took place Wednesday Nov. 7. It was a beautiful tribute to the veterans from WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq and Afghanistan, plus those who could not be there because they “gave it all.” Dana Lenzo delivered an impassioned speech that is worthy of special mention, having brought many of us to tears. Corrales Veterans Parade, held in Corrales, Sunday, Nov. 10. Parade Director Christina Stone wears a whistle around her neck, calls herself Commander Bossy Pants and calls all veterans “my boys.” She is a wonderful lady who loves our veterans and who humbled me by telling a large audience. K-Bobs owner, Ed Tinsley, went way over the top by offering free meals at all his KBobs location to our troops, veterans and reservists – not one meal, not one day, not

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two days, but three days, Nov. 10-12. This is an extremely generous offer from a man who has a heart for those who have put their lives on the line in the past and those who are doing that very thing today. I emailed his office and asked if he might run out of food with such a generous offer. A short time later, I was copied an email to all his General Managers, advising ”Stock more product and bring in more staff.” Ed is a much appreciated Patriot. This WWII jeep (pictured below) was my ride in the parade. Fred Griesbacher, retired Marine is on the left and Julio Carattini retired Army Special Ops Colonel and President of the New Mexico Museum of Military History on the right. They both bear scars and have multiple wounds, visible and not so visible, received while defending this nation. There are two very simple ways of showing your gratitude to our troops and veterans. Five words, “Thank you for your service.” There is also a hand signal – right hand from chin to waist and out – that every active duty troop recognizes as an expression of the same gratitude. There is a project, called “iHistory,” www. heroes-ww2.org, that is challenging young adults, ages 13 to 18, to seek out WWII veterans, interview them and send the video taped interview to the Library of Congress where the tapes are edited to three to five minutes, then archived in the Library of Congress for generations to come. The mission of iHistory is two-fold: to preserve the experiences and rich history of those who are dying off at an alarming rate and to instill in today’s youth an appreciation of, and respect for, our veterans. It does not matter where the WWII veteran lives as long as there is a school and a young student nearby who is willing to conduct the interview. There is a contest that is going on at this time with an entry deadline of Nov. 20. Check out the nice prizes and get more information online, and feel free to phone me for more information at 575-336-2828. I have the names and contact info of several WWII veterans who would love to tell a student about his experiences. These young people will soon be this nation’s leaders, and this initiative could change leg-

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Re.: Thank you Steve Pearce and Tea Party by Dick Mastin Dick, my friend, did someone put you up to this? I cannot believe this piece originated in your mind. You are much too smart for that. The Tea Party caused the shutdown? Really? I’m sure you’ve heard of the old adage, it takes two to tango. The House and Speaker Boehner offered a whole number of compromises after the Senate and Harry Reid rejected the original budget plan. He rejected every new proposal until Boehner finally folded and gave him 95 percent of what he wanted. And, of course, the president had made it clear that he would not compromise on Obamacare. Remember, it is the House that has the constitutional right to decide what money to spend, not the Senate nor the president. The Democrat-controlled Senate caused the shutdown by its obstinate

refusal to compromise. And if, in fact, your $24 billion figure is correct, it would be the responsibility of the Democrat controlled Senate and it’s leader Harry Reid. The bone of contention, of course, was the funding of Obamacare, the so-called “Affordable” Care Act. This law just got rolled out and it is already abundantly clear that it is a colossal boondoggle. The software, supposedly designed to make enrollment in the government sponsored health insurance easy and uncomplicated through a government website, has proven a total failure. It simply was not ready to be taking effect. Remember, all the house asked for was a delay. To call the shutdown Tea Party-caused is just another disingenuous, piece of leftist propaganda. That said, the Tea Party certainly was and remains steadfastly opposed to Obamacare. It was a nice gesture of Congressman Steve Pearce to give back the part of his salary for the period of the shutdown. It would have been much more appropriate for Harry Reid to make that same gesture. Now to the subject of “every living Continued on next page

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respected economist.” You must be talking about the likes of Robert Reich or Paul Krugman, Keynesian adherents all. They have never achieved any substantial merit in economic policy. Of course, one only needs to look at the state of the United States economy and recognize the painfully slow recovery, the lasting un- or underemployment and the expanded poverty level over the last five years. But much more important – when it comes to the health of the country’s economy – is the hair-raising accumulation of new debt under the current regime. President Bush was a big spender when he raised the U.S. national debt from $5 to $10 trillion in the eight years of his administration. On the campaign trail in 2008, Obama severely chastised Bush for bankrupting the country. Now consider the $7 trillion the debt has risen in only five years of his administration! The accusation that the Tea Party has slowed the economy is laughable. The stated goals of the Tea Party are fiscal responsibility, constitutionally limited government and free markets because these are the only way to prosperity. Finally, for the sake of fairness, I must admit I agree with you on your final statement. Congress, neither the House nor the Senate has done much to improve our economy. The only thing we can reliably expect from Congress is that the will continue to spend and spend and spend far more than it takes in. E. D. (Eric) Ehrich, Nogal

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The TEA of tea party stands for “taxed enough already,” and we surely are, although approximately 47 percent of the American

population doesn’t pay federal income taxes. “The fed” under Bernanke and soon under his successor, has been printing money as well as pumping it into the economy electronically. These practices devalue the currency and artificially prop up markets, creating a “bubble” which might well go the way of the housing bubble that burst in 2008. The housing bubble itself was an outgrowth of the Community Reinvestment Act passed under Jimmy Carter and given teeth under Bill Clinton where giving 105 percent mortgages to individuals who likely wouldn’t be able to keep up house payments was encouraged, even required, by your federal government. Our tax dollars are spent willy nilly by individuals whose money it isn’t. What in the world did the 2009 $800plus billion stimulus stimulate? The cost per job “created” is estimated at around $230,000, and the cost per so called “green job” created estimated at around $5 million! Through loan guarantees, Obama’s department of energy channeled millions more of our tax dollars to now bankrupt boondoggles like Solyndra and Abound Solar. Abound Solar installations in Colorado are now toxic waste sites. Interest alone on the 2013 national debt is about $416 billion. Economists? I suggest less Paul Krugman and more of two deceased economists, Adam Smith and Milton Friedman. It was Milton Friedman who observed relative to the socialist putsch everywhere: “Underlying most arguments against the free market is a lack of belief in freedom itself.” Virginia Thompson Alto

To the Editor: HEAL recently started an outreach program focused on reaching female offenders who are also domestic violence victims. It is called Advocacy in Corrections. We are very excited about this program and wanted to thank two local faith leaders who have donated meeting space for the program at their respective churches; Judith Burgess of the Episcopal Church of Lincoln County and Ben Landegent of the Mescalero Reformed Church. This program is very near and dear to our hearts at HEAL. The position was created by our Board of Directors when they identified this outreach as part of a goal in our agency’s Strategic Plan for 2014-2016. Women who have been incarcerated or are on probation or parole are eligible to participate. Advocacy in Corrections is a free and confidential program. Thanks to Reverend Burgess and Pastor Landegent, these women are now able to explore their lives, understand the trauma they have endured and plot a healthy path to reintegrate back into the community. Coleen Widell Executive Director Help End Abuse for Life (HEAL) Rebuttal to Dick Mastin’s article In last week’s Free Press, Mr. Dick Mastin made some assertions that I wish to challenge. First, he accused the Tea Party of shutting down the government. Mr. Mastin should remember that the Republican House was willing to fund all aspects of the government, except Obamacare. And given the mess that

that law has caused since the shutdown, it would seem that that would have been a very good thing. But President Obama let it be known that it was his way or the highway. He stated in no uncertain terms that he would not negotiate with the Republicans, so how is the shutdown solely the responsibility of the House Republicans, much less the Tea Party? Not only should he share the blame for the shutdown, he did everything in his power to see to it that ordinary Americans felt as much pain as possible. Secondly, I believe it is both inaccurate and disingenuous to claim that the 16-day government shutdown will reduce the economy’s growth by 25 percent this year. Mr. Mastin asserts that some unnamed economist estimates that the shutdown cost the U.S. economy $24 billion. To put that in perspective, the U.S. GDP this year is $16 trillion, so Mr. Mastin’s $24 billion is .0015 of the GDP. In any event, it should be noted that a 25 percent reduction in the growth of Obama’s economy would not be that much, considering that it has been less than 2.0 percent per annum during his tenure in office. Finally, Mr. Mastin says more stimulus is needed. More than the $7 trillion in debt that Obama has incurred in less than five years in office. And what we have to show for that “stimulus”? The slowest recovery from a recession since the Great Depression, unemployment above 7 percent during Obama’s five years in office and workers’ earnings that have dropped by $3,000 during that same period. President Obama can be accused of many things, but worrying about the economy is not one of them. Bill Haralson, Ruidoso

Put the permanently furloughed private-sector employees back to work

By Marita Noon Executive Director, Energy Makes America Great Inc. marita@responsiblenergy.org On Nov. 8, in New Orleans, President Obama talked about improving the U.S. economy. He addressed the already forgotten government shutdown: “there’s no question that the shutdown harmed our jobs market. The unemployment rate still ticked up. And we don’t yet know all the data for this final quarter of the year, but it could be down because of what happened in Washington.” Yes, 850,000 furloughed federal employees may have tipped the scales, but really they got a free 16-day vacation. They were, ultimately, all paid. Obama wants to blame the federal furloughs on the Republicans – and there may well be fault there. But what about the thousands of jobs that have been lost due to the policies of his administration? Because of what happens in Washington, thousands – if not millions – of private-sector employees have, effectively, been permanently furloughed and/or potential new jobs have not been created. EPA regulations are shutting down nearly 300 coal-fired power plants across the U.S. In Massachusetts, the closure of Brayton Point Power Station will cost 240 jobs. The closure of coal-fired plants in Georgia will result in the loss of 480 jobs. In Congressman Tim Murphy’s (R-PA) district the closure of two plants has resulted in the loss of 380 jobs. He laments: “The front line in the administration’s war on coal is right here in Southwestern Pennsylvania, and the casualties are the factories and homeowners, who will pay higher electric bills, as well as the hundreds of utility workers, boilermakers, and miners who will be out of work. With the shutdown of the Mitchell plant and Hatfield’s Ferry, which just four short years ago underwent $1 billion in upgrades, the president is making good on his promise to ‘bankrupt’ anyone who operates a coal plant.” These closures result in jobs lost at the power stations and the surrounding communities, but they – along with additional EPA regulations – also cause the loss of jobs at the coal mines. Much of the coal comes from Kentucky. Bill Bissett, President of the Kentucky Coal Association, told me about the loss of thousands of jobs as a result of EPA regulations: “Eastern Kentucky has lost more than 6,000 direct coal-mining jobs. For every one direct mining job lost, three other Kentuckians lose their livelihoods with the loss of indirect jobs. Beyond this loss of direct and indirect employment, you also have the loss of what is called induced jobs, which are unrelated directly to the mining of coal, but negatively impact automobile dealerships, restaurants and anywhere these former direct and indirect employees spent their paychecks.” The Obama Administration’s impact on jobs goes be-

yond coal-fired power plants and coal mines. It also hits the oil-and-gas industry, which, even in its fettered condition, is largely responsible for private sector job growth. A recent EIA report states that from the start of 2007 through the end of 2012, total U.S. private sector employment increased by about 1 percent. “Over the same period, the oil and natural gas industry increased by more than 162,000 jobs, a 40 percent increase.” But there could be much more. Before the Macondo Well accident, analysts expected 45 rigs to be operating in the Gulf by 2013. In a recent investors’ report, the International Strategy & Investment Group said: “After essentially being left for dead following the devastating Macondo blowout, we believe the deepwater Gulf of Mexico is in the early stages of an extended growth cycle.” Only 38 percent of deepwater reserves are currently producing oil, while an additional 60 percent are in appraisal, development, or discovery status. Today there are 40 rigs currently under contract in the gulf. While drilling permits are being issued in the gulf, the National Ocean Industries Association (NOIA) confirmed that it now takes on average 108 days to get an offshore drilling permit, twice as long as the average 54 days it took pre-Macondo. Earlier this year, the House of Representatives passed the Offshore Energy and Jobs Act (H.R. 2231), which directs the Secretary of the Interior to “implement a leasing program that includes at least 50 percent of the available unleased acreage within each Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) planning area...” Regarding H.R. 2231, Randall Luthi, President of NOIA,

issued a statement that includes: “opening up more of our OCS to energy exploration makes good sense and even better cents, adding thousands of domestic jobs and potentially billions of dollars in state and Federal revenues.” A report released last month from the Consumer Energy Alliance found that more than 10,000 new jobs could be created if exploration and production were to take place in just the mid-Atlantic region of the OCS. Yet, a statement from the White House starts with: “The Administration strongly opposes H.R. 2231.” And ends with: “If the President were presented with H.R. 2231, his senior advisors would recommend that he veto the bill.” President Obama wants to blame bad job numbers on “what happened in Washington” – as if he has no responsibility for the results. Yes, America’s job numbers are as a result of what happens in Washington – but the blame falls squarely on the White House’s energy policies. The energy industry is ready to put people to work, add revenues to the federal coffers, and fix the trade deficit. But the Obama Administration needs to take its boot off of the neck of the energy industry and encourage all domestic energy – not just that belonging to his cronies. The author of Energy Freedom, Marita Noon serves as the executive director for Energy Makes America Great Inc. and the companion educational organization, the Citizens’ Alliance for Responsible Energy (CARE). Together they work to educate the public and influence policy makers regarding energy, its role in freedom and the American way of life.

2013 Cream of the Crop Donors G.G. Armstrong & Sons Mack and Betty Ann Bell John and Diana Billingsley Bill and Sharon Bird Lerry and Martha Bond Bonnell Enterprises Robert and Sherrill Bradford Bruce and Judy Brandenburger Canyon CowBelles Bob Carter Jim and Mary Jane Cooper Corriente CowBelles El Capitan Ranch Jay and Crystal Eldridge Joseph and RoxAnne Erramouspe Escudilla Ranch Matt and Becca Ferguson Wally and Anne Ferguson Dwayne and Shelly Frost Hollis and Linda Fuchs Joy Gallacher Gray and Kellie Gallacher Shirley Goodloe Harkey Cattle Company Kathleen Phillips-Hellman John and Shannon Hemphill Bob and Judy Hemphill Gary and Beth Hightower

Hightower Land & Cattle Company Robbie and Kristal Hooten LaGrone Funeral Home L/S Cattle Company Lincoln County Farm & Livestock Bureau Bill and Dottie MacVeigh Maxwell Ranch Gerald and Liz Montes Lucky Mulqueen Rand and Inez Perkins Richard and Elissa Phillips Angie Provine Dave and Idy Schweitzer Jane Shafer Scott and Rosemary Shafer Jeanette Smoot Stephenson Ranch Johnson Stearns Preston and Willa Stone Allen and Kristen Sultemeier Clint and Lee Sultemeier Sultemeier Well Services Phoebe Taylor Gary and Sydney Tregembo Frances Traylor Upper Hondo SWCD Bill Wells Wendell and Jimmie Wells

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Right of way issue escalates in Capitan By Erik LeDuc Reporter erik@ruidosofreepress.com CAPITAN — Gary Caughron wasn’t at village hall for the special meeting on Oct. 29, but he wishes he had been able to make it to “set the record straight” for trustees as they reluctantly agreed to purchasing a small piece of his property to get Main Road in order. Though the road survived three surveys as it is now, those surveys neglected to take the original right-of-ways into consideration – potentially torpedoing the $600,000 improvements to Main Road if the village can’t provide deeds for the plats it needs to submit to the state. “Even though it is not this (village) council’s fault that the road was built on our property or that utilities were placed on our property without easements, it is their responsibility to fix it, as that is a requirement for funding of the road improvements,” Caughron wrote. “I understand this and was willing to help them fix a bad situation so that residents further along Main Road would have a better road. I thought $4,700 was a very fair amount and saw no problems with

base coarse as they had already done this in previous years.” That was before Capitan Mayor Sam Hammons stated that Caughron had the village “over a barrel” when it came to the deal – now Caughron is less willing to cooperate, and wants “the road moved off of our property and put in the recorded right of way,” he stated. Were the road in its proper, deeded position, Caughron’s property on the southern side would grow about .82 acres to its original deeded size of 1.1 acres, he stated. This would require the village to swing significantly further out with the road, putting a much greater curve to the N.M. 48 access to Main Road or, as Hammons previously mentioned, abandon that portion of the project. Village Clerk Kay Strickland said that the now-defunct deal had sent them back to the drawing board, with Village Road Superintendent Jonothan LaMay conferring with Dennis Engineering on Tuesday as how to best proceed on the issue. Caughron added that he and the village had dealt with a similar issue in 2008, when the village installed wa-

New local brew pub seeks suds license By Eugene Heathman Editor eugene@ruidosofreepress.com Suds will soon be flowing in Ruidoso’s new brew pub following Ruidoso Village Council’s recommendation Tuesday to allow a beer and wine license for Sierra Blanca Brewing Co., Inc. at the former Landlocked location being remodeled at 441 Mechem Drive. The proposed Rio Grande Grill and Tap Room is a homecoming for the founders of Sierra Blanca Brewing Co, Inc. The award winning micro-brewery has been a hit in the desert Southwest and Rocky Mountain region with its variety of beer made in New Mexico. Originally founded in Ruidoso, the owner relocated their brewing operations just outside Albuquerque, in Moriarty. Rich and Suzanne Weber established Sierra Blanca Brewery in 1996 and Rio Grande Brewery was purchased by the Webers in 2007. The Rio Grande beers continue to grow in production every day. The response from their customers has been great and distribution throughout New Mexico is strong.

The Webers have begun to expand into other states. In 2009, Alien Amber Ale landed in Texas and Louisiana. From there we ventured into Arizona and Oklahoma. You can currently find Alien Amber, Alien Wheat and Pancho Verde Cerveza in these states. Sierra Blanca Brewery’s craft beers are brewed in the Wild West and are out of this world. He owners are excited about our craft and excited to offer fellow beer enthusiasts the best in locally made flavors. In 2010 and 2011, Sierra Blanca Brewery was the New Mexico State Fair Winner in Best Overall Ale and a gold medal in the Brown category. In October 2012 – their Nut Brown Ale took the Gold Medal in the English Style Brown Ale Category at the Great American Beer Festival in Denver. Sierra Blanca Brewery’s noteworthy Outlaw Lager balances a rich caramel malt flavor with a smooth hop finish that keeps the palate crisp. Reddish-amber in color, this is a very complex California Common style beer with a great malt/hop balance was a silver medal winner at 2012 New Mexico State Fair.

ter lines through another of his easements. That issue was straightened out after the village offered base course to cover the purchase, rather than cash. As for the 2-inch water meter, approved along with $2,700 worth of base course during the special meeting, that was to go on a four-acre lot planned as a long-delayed mobile home park. “When we first went before the (village) council around 2000, asking for city water for the Mobile Home Park, they tried to stop us from building the park by denying us city water,” he stated. “The owner at that time, John Hall, (seller) was then going to sue the Village of Capitan and I told him that I would not be party to a lawsuit against my home town where my children go to school and would back out of the purchase. He reduced the price, we closed, and we drilled a well. The well was substantially more expensive than a 2-inch water meter that was approved by a subsequent (Village) Council. The reason I wanted a water meter for the four acres is because I remember how the council tried to enforce zoning, even though there is none in Capitan, by not giving us water.”

K-Bobs rolls out red carpet for veterans

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Lincoln County veterans of all ages gathered at K-Bobs Monday, Veterans Day, for camaraderie and to discuss ideas of what can be done to further the effort to assist veterans and their families. Ed Tinsley, owner of K-Bobs throughout New Mexico, implemented a Veteran’s Day program offering at all K-BOB’S Steakhouses, a complimentary All-American Burger or chicken-fried steak for any active duty veteran or reservist during Nov. 10-12. “We want to honor our Hometown Heroes and serving those who have served us seems like an important effort,” Tinsley said. Standing, from left to right: Hector Gomez, Navy River, two tours Mekong Delta, Vietnam; Bruce Ellis, Air Force, Tay Ninh Province, Vietnam; Mark Ballard, Army 82nd Airborne, OEF/OIF, Iraq; Doug Sabo, Army, Career Military Police, Korea; Tom Bivens, Army, Vietnam Era; Wayne Wilkinson, Army, Vietnam; Vic Currier, Air Force, 4-Tours, II-Corps, Vietnam; Bill Bridge, Army, “Jane Russell” Hill survivor, Korea; and seated: Jerry Meade, Army Flight operations, Vietnam; John Pacheco, Army, OEF/ OIF, Afghanistan; Mike Ruch, Navy, Vietnam Era, Adak, Alaska.

A trading post through the times By Janie Smith

Corona is in the uppermost northern corner of Lincoln County. It is in Corona that there is a building erected in 1902 that has one of the oldest continuous businesses in the county. While this business is called The Corona Trading Post, not much trading goes on there these days. The Corona Trading Post is a grocery store, and it always was. Back in the 1902 when the business was established there was trading. Corona then, and now, was more

than 50 miles from any other settlement. Travel in those days was over a rough narrow road by horse and wagon. Rather than a two days drive to another settlement, local residents would bring their home grown goods like eggs and chickens into the trading post to exchange for staples like flour and sugar. Behind the store were pens for animals, and no doubt a few hogs and cattle found residence there in exchange for groceries. This was in the days when money was scarce, and bartering was the norm. Today The Corona Trading Post is owned by Bessie Gage who bought the business in 1986. The groceries are trucked in from Affiliated Foods in Amarillo, Texas. The store still supplies the groceries for the surrounding community of 300 people. The fact that Corona is still 50 miles from the next town, coupled with the fact that the nearest Walmart

is 100 miles away assures that the local people still shop for groceries locally. Gage says, “I’m lucky to still be here because of Walmart.” With the price of vehicle fuel, no one is going to drive 100 miles to buy groceries cheaper at Walmart. While Corona is no longer the busy town it was when the railroad trains stopped there, the main street still remains the same. The Corona Trading Post still has the raised concrete front so that teams and wagons could pull up alongside the store back before the automobile era. This made loading easier. With the exception of modern wiring for lights and coolers, the inside of the store is also unchanged. And, as in days gone by, Gage said the store is still a place where every one knows every one, and local news is exchanged. In today’s rapidly changing technology, The Corona Trading Post is a reminder that there are still places where time has stood still.

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Local contractor Kevin Gronau has twice blessed HEAL with his generosity. Last summer, the shelter received a call from a man who was moving and had hundreds of cases of bottled water he wanted to donate. HEAL volunteer Mike Myers contacted Gronau, who agreed to loan HEAL a large trailer to haul the

water to the Nest. Next, when the HEAL board of directors decided to do the “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event during the Aspenfest parade, Gronau once again donated the use of the trailer as the float to transport our men in red high heels. Thank you, Kevin.

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Corona Trading Post unchanged from 1902. Below, Ryan Davidson buys goods from store owner Bessie Gage.

Business After Hours will be Tuesday, Nov. 19 from 5-7 p.m. at Cree Meadows. There will be an open house with warm holiday beverages, holiday food samplers, complimentary wine and cash bar. Prizes to be given away include a one year Cree Meadows Country Club membership, three-day two-night trip to Las Vegas plus four other prizes. Everyone is invited. For more information, call 257-7395.

What’s happening at the ski area

Ski Apache is on track for a Nov. 28 opening but the date is still tentative. Crews have started snowmaking operations and Mother Nature has been helpful with cooler nights and a sprinkling of natural snow. Highway 532, the road to the ski area, has been resurfaced this summer and is in good shape. The midway unload on Chair 2 will be open this year, once again making Snow Park and Smokey Bear accessible. The Torchlight Parade and Dummy Gelunde race will be on Dec. 21 this year. Beginning in January, Tuesdays will be known as “Town Tuesday” and Ski Apache will be offering special programs, races, etc. to local skiers. Look for more details on this in the near future.www.skiapache.com.

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November 13, 2013

Delegation frees small-business owners to grow By Finance New Mexico

Sooner or later, an entrepreneur has to know his limits and acknowledge that some tasks can and should be done by others to allow him to focus on the bigger picture. That requires delegation – trusting others, whether subordinates, partners or independent contractors, to complete an assignment as directed. As obvious as that sounds, an entrepreneur can have a hard time trusting others with his “baby,” ultimately defeating many business objectives and stunting the company’s natural growth. Many businesses in New Mexico start small, with the owner doing all the work that’s required to get off the ground. Success only increases the workload, and the owner who doesn’t delegate eventually will find her attention pulled away from mission-critical decisions into fussing with dayto-day minutia – answering phones or emails from clients or vendors, filing, blogging – or running in place trying to accomplish tasks outside her expertise. For example, keeping track of revenue and costs is essential to knowing how a business is doing, but the owner doesn’t need to do the bookkeeping and tax preparation. For the business owner, delegation involves letting go of some aspects of her creation and trusting others to do the job

competently. It’s not the same as “dumping” a project and forgetting about it. Successful delegation involves communicating expectations and monitoring results, intervening only when necessary for course correction.

What to delegate

Some jobs should be delegated, but others require direct involvement of the business owner. To decide which duties are appropriate for delegation and which belong on his to-do list, the owner should identify every task that’s involved in operating the business, from sweeping floors to pursuing equity investors. His goal should be to reserve for himself the strategic activities that affect the company’s long-term direction. For example, entering contracts, acquiring competitors and developing a new product are higher-level challenges that demand an owner’s attention, but restocking empty shelves is a routine task that any employee can do with

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proper training and direction. Once he’s decided what’s appropriate to delegate, the business owner should identify how each task should be done and communicate clear directions and expectations to those who will complete the task. Some tasks – such as accounting or wiring a home for electricity – require strict procedures for safety or legal reasons, but other tasks allow for creativity and can be accomplished just as effectively using a variety of approaches. Knowing when the process is critical and when it isn’t separates managers from micromanagers when it comes to delegation. Mistakes will be made and instructions will be misunderstood, but the business owner should see poor outcomes as an opportunity to improve his delegation skills – not as an excuse to fall back on controlling behaviors. With time and practice, the business owner will become more comfortable with the art of delegation, and his team will respond positively and productively to the higher level of trust. Finance New Mexico is a public service initiative to assist individuals and businesses with obtaining skills and funding resources for their business or idea. To learn more, go to www.FinanceNewMexico.org

Networking group for businesswomen: ‘Femfessionals’ By Leota Harriman The Independent, Edgewood Do women need to be like men to succeed in business? That was the question that a group called Femfessionals grappled with at a recent luncheon in Albuquerque. Guest speaker Jessica Eaves Mathews just published a book with an intriguing title: “Wonder Women: How Western Women Will Save the World.” The title is based on a quote by the Dalai Lama. Her talk started with the idea that women in business should rely on their inherent strengths as women, and not try to “out-male” the men. As a woman in a male-dominated field, I found the premise of this meeting interesting. Women in business face a double challenge in my experience: we have all the pressures of the work world, but we don’t

usually give up the pressures of home and family. If you are, like me, a single parent, those pressures are compounded – there simply is no help on the home front. According to Eaves Mathews, women are “expected to do everything well without complaining” in what she refers to as a “testosterone-driven cutthroat business model.” I’m as guilty of this as most women in the business world. I’m ambitious and have big dreams for this newspaper, for example. While working my way up the ladder at this business, I struggled (and still do) to balance a demanding and challenging job with home life. And parenting remains the most challenging and rewarding job I’ve ever done. So what is Eaves Mathews’ advice for women in business? Be women. She suggests a perhaps impossible task:

foster an environment devoid of stress, fear and competition, instead focusing on creating a workplace with a sense of meaning, where workers feel they are contributing to something. “Protect creativity,” she said. Eaves Mathews also offered practical advice for women in the business world. Be intimately familiar with the finances of your business. Know your profit margin and where the money comes from. Know your cash flow and how much it takes to keep your enterprise afloat. She also recommends taking your business seriously. Eaves Mathews said many women see their business as a hobby – perhaps it was started on the proverbial kitchen table. She says take it seriously, make sure that the legal structure, like an LLC, is in place to protect personal assets, and treat it

like a real business. I’m pretty sure we won’t be able to eliminate stress from the day-to-day operation of a community newspaper. But I do think we have achieved a family-friendly workplace that fosters creativity. Billed as “more than just trading business cards,” the local networking group is called FemCity ABQ, part of a national organization called Femfessionals, with chapters in about 60 cities. There are no other groups in New Mexico at this time. The talk I attended was the second event held by this group, and it sold out, even at $45 a plate for nonmembers. To find out more, visit femfessionals.com and look for Albuquerque, or look for FemCityABQ on Twitter, or FemCity Albuquerque on Facebook.

USDA looks to convert beetle-killed trees into renewable energy

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it has awarded nearly $10 million to a consortium of academic, industry and government organizations led by Colorado State University (CSU) and their partners to research using insect-killed trees in the Rockies as a sustainable feedstock for bioenergy. The award, provided under the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI), is part of USDA’s effort to develop modern solutions for climate challenges in agriculture and natural resource management. AFRI is provided under the Farm Bill, and Secretary Tom Vilsack highlighted the need for passage of a comprehensive, long-term Food, Farm and Jobs Bill to continue groundbreaking agricultural research across the nation. “Infestations of pine and spruce bark beetles have impacted more than 42 million acres of U.S. forests since 1996, and a changing climate threatens to expand the threat from bark beetle on our forest lands,” said Vilsack. “As we take steps to fight the bark beetle, this innovative research will help take the biomass that results from bark beetle infestation and create clean, renewable energy that holds potential for job creation and promises a cleaner future for America. This is yet another reminder of the critical investments provided by the Farm Bill for agricultural research, and I urge Congress to achieve passage of a new, long term Food, Farm and Jobs Bill as soon as possible.” Vilsack noted that the funding for this research is provided by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) under the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) – a 2008 Farm Bill program – and reiterated the critical need for passage of a new Food, Farm and Jobs Bill that adequately invests in groundbreaking agricultural research. There are many benefits to using beetle-killed wood for renewable fuel production. It requires no cultivation, circumvents food-versus-fuel concerns and likely has a highly favorable carbon balance. However, there are some challenges that have been a barrier to its widespread use. The wood is typically located far from urban industrial centers, often in relatively inaccessible areas with challenging topography, which increases harvest and transportation costs. In addition to technical barriers, environmental impacts, social issues and local policy constraints to using beetle-killed wood and other forest residues remain largely unexplored. CSU researchers, together with other scientists from universities, government and private industry in the region, created the Bioenergy Alliance Network of the Rockies (BANR) to address these challenges. The project will

Medicare, Medicaid information seminars Capitan Public Library

Medicare - Saturday, Nov. 16, 10:30 a.m. • How Medicare works – what’s covered and what’s not • What is the difference between a Medicare supplement and a Medicare Advantage Plan • How does Medicare Part D work and do you need it • What type of protection do you have from the high costs of long-term illness Medicaid - Friday, Nov. 22, 3 p.m. New Mexico’s Medicaid program has great news to share, including a new name, Centennial Care. The deadline for signing up for health care is Dec. 7. For more information, call 575-354-3035.

undertake comprehensive economic, environmental and social/policy assessment, and integrate research results into a web-based, user-friendly decision support system. CSU will collaborate with partners across four states to complete the project. Partners include: University of Idaho, University of Montana, Montana State University and the University of Wyoming, U.S. Forest Service Rocky Mountain Research Station, National Renewable Energy Lab and Cool Planet Energy Systems. More information is available on the project website at banr.colostate.edu. Specifically, the team will explore recent advances in scalable thermochemical conversion technologies, which enable the production of advanced liquid biofuel and co-products on-site. The project is working with Cool Planet Energy Systems, which is based out of Greenwood Village, Colorado. The company’s prototype pyrolysis system can be tailored to the amount of feedstock available and thus can be deployed in close proximity to stands of beetle-killed timber. This localized production leads to significantly lower costs related to wood harvest and transportation. Their distributed scalable biorefinery approach is a key element in making the use of insect-damaged trees as feedstock plausible.

As a NIFA Coordinated Agricultural Project (CAP), this grant brings together teams of researchers that represent various geographic areas to support discovery, applications and promote communication leading to innovative, sciencebased solutions to critical and emerging national priorities and needs. This year’s awards broaden NIFA’s CAP bioenergy portfolio, which includes six projects awarded since 2010 focusing on woody biomass, switchgrass and perennial grasses, energy cane and sorghum. NIFA made the awards through The AFRI Sustainable Bioenergy challenge area, which targets the development of regional systems for the sustainable production of bioenergy and biobased products that contribute significantly to reducing dependence on foreign oil; have net positive social, environmental and rural economic impacts; and are compatible with existing agricultural and forest production systems. All grants are awarded over a period of five years, with continued funding contingent on annual project success. Through federal funding and leadership for research, education and extension programs, NIFA focuses on investing in science and solving critical issues impacting people’s daily lives and the nation’s future. More information is available at: www.nifa.usda.gov.

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Hot business: Forestry collaboration By Erik LeDuc Reporter erik@ruidosofreepress.com Fire agencies from all across Lincoln County will be taking the cooler winter clime as an opportunity to practice their teamwork, starting with a prescribed burn kicking off soon up Cedar Creek Road – winter weather permitting. The project initially was scheduled to begin Tuesday, running through Wednesday and possible Thursday, but high moisture levels put a damper on the burn, stated Loretta Benavidez, public affairs officer for the Lincoln National Forest, who anticipated the project to begin as soon as the area was sufficiently dry. “We’re using these controlled burns as a training opportunity,” said Mike Caggiano, rural community forester with the South Central Mountain Resource Conservation and Development Council. “The US Forest Service will be in charge of the burn.” Dan Ray, fuel management specialist for the USFS Smokey Bear District, said the burn is to eliminate a “buildup of tall, cured grass and pine needles before going into the high fire danger seasons of spring and summer. If the weather’s cooperative we’ll burn the north side of Cedar Creek Road – that will be from Mechem Drive up to the group campgrounds. If things go well, we’ll move across the street.” Ray added that previous thinning projects had come through the region and had masticated much of the woody overgrowth. Overall, perhaps 81 acres, 45 on the north side and 36 on the south side, are targeted for the project. “It will generate some smoke, but not that much since it’s burning grasses and pine needles,” he said. “This won’t be like when we burn large slash piles.” Firefighters and for-

esters from SCMRC&D, the USFS, Ruidoso forestry and firefighters, Lincoln County Emergency Services, American Wildfire, a private agency; along with firefighters from Capitan, Mescalero, Bonito, White Oaks and other agencies besides would be on hand, Caggiano said. “We’re going to be doing a whole bunch of these cooperative burns throughout this winter and the next two years,” he said. “The goal is to get all of these guys used to working with one another to improve coordination on the next real wildfire. If they’ve worked with each other in the past, they’re familiar with the other’s capabilities and are more comfortable.” Inter-agency cooperation has become more emphasized in recent times, following periods of increased fire severity and decreased departmental budgets that leave agencies struggling to accomplish goals on its own. Most notable are the cuts to the USFS’ preventative budget, now down to $201 million from it’s initial $760 million

appropriation, affirmed in 2003 under the Healthy Forest Restoration Act. Lincoln County has been a landmark for future modeling, following the work of multiple agencies on recent disasters – most notably the Little Bear Fire, which occurred in March of last year. “Like we do a lot of times on wildfire suppression, it helps us stay up to speed,” Ray said. “This is part of a three-year grant program that Mike Caggiano set up. It involves some mechanical thinning, but quite a bit of it involves collaborative burn projects. Early September was the first one we did, Ruidoso and Bonito fire departments came out for a burn east of Ruidoso. That was very successful and this will be the second one.” For updates on the status of the project, visit www. nmfireinfo.com.

Forest Service commended for return of grazing leases

Washington, D.C. — Congressman Steve Pearce and Congresswoman Michelle Lujan Grisham commended the U.S. Forest Service’s decision to allow ranchers to return cattle to grazing leases on one allotment in the state, and to partner with the New Mexico Range Improvement Task Force to review data to make a decision on the remaining allotments. “I commend the U.S. Forest Service on choosing to correct their initial decision, which was not rooted in science,” Pearce said. “Reviewing the scientific data and allowing New Mexico’s ranchers to resume grazing on federal land is the right thing to do. This is a step in the right direction, and is the product of considerable bipartisan cooperation among my office, the Forest Service, the New Mexico Range Improvement Task Force at NMSU, the New Mexico Department of Agriculture, the NMSU Cooperative Extension Service, and the office of Congresswoman Michelle Lujan Grisham. I look forward to seeing the remaining ranchers return to their grazing allotments soon. My office is continuing to work closely with the Forest Service and with ranchers on this issue, and stands by

to assist New Mexico ranchers in every way we can.” “I applaud the U.S. Forest Service’s decision, and am proud to have worked on a bipartisan basis to support New Mexico’s ranchers,” said Lujan Grisham. “While the Forest Service reviews the remaining grazing allotments, I will continue to work with partners and agencies at the local, state and federal level to protect this vital aspect of our state’s economy and culture.” Earlier this year, ranchers were ordered to remove livestock from grazing allotments due to severe drought conditions. Ranchers raised concerns that the action was arbitrary, and would lead to severe economic hardship. Congressman Pearce has been working with ranchers and the Forest Service to reach a solution to the issue. The Forest Service agreed to work with the New Mexico Range Improvement Task Force to review scientific data on the allotments and determine whether the allotments could continue to support grazing. They have announced that data supports the return of cattle to the first allotment reviewed. A decision on the remaining 17 allotments is expected within the month.

November 13, 2013

Ruidoso Free Press

Sit a spell; take your shoes off

A few days ago I invitgarage door openers (or ed myself to tour a home they would bark at their a friend is building in the respective kiddos to lift burn scar of the Little the door), drive in, close Bear Fire. All around said doors and head into their site are blackened, their homes without wizened trees where lush ever speaking a word to forest once beautified the neighbors in the process. panorama. Gnarled and Moms would yell for kids twisted, the remaining to come home, and we’d trunks prick memories all hunker down, behind which will be lifelong for porchless front doors to my friends due to the fact spend the evening. Sue Hutchison that their original home, We learned to isolate suehutch@valornet.com mere feet away from their ourselves well. current site, was burned to Watching early TV like ash a year and a half ago. The Andy Griffith Show, I saw a lifestyle They lost everything, or so some would where folks would sit in rockers on porchsay. es in the evenings, cheerfully greet passing Their new home is perched on a hillside, neighbors, and while away depicted hours with views of the Capitan Mountain range, of relaxation. Andy usually had his gee-tar along with miles of landscape much like and strummed a tune, while listeners goodthe area surrounding their worksite. If one naturedly complained about the weather likes brown, it’s perfect. They have given and swapped stories of the day just passed. up estimating when they hope to move in Not on my block. because the first two attempts have come After a few years, neighbors we knew and gone. moved away, new folks moved in and we Building a home is like that. never found the time to get to know them I toured the three-level structure with beyond their names and what kind of car interest. Planned well, there are spaces for they parked in their garages. study, recreation and work, in addition to So when I was taking in the view from ample space for their friends and extended my friends’ new place, I compared their family to come visit. They’ve even planned porch to my first home and realized it is space to house folks who are trying to get more than three times the size of my parback on their feet after a setback. Incorpoent’s tract home, which, incidentally, we rating burned but strong timber as interest sold in 2005 for $510,000. points, along with a magnificent, reclaimed That wrap-around porch is planned to tree trunk as a lower level load-bearing be a treasured focal point when the home support, my friends’ brother-in-law has is finished and my friends begin the next showcased his artistic side throughout chapter of their lives. They’ve planned the home. Interestingly, this same famthe interior space well, but I suspect the ily member is a local volunteer firefighter porch will be one of the most prominent whose home was burned in the Little Bear memory-makers in their place of residence. as well. I’ve told them that I’ll show up when they One section of their home interested me least expect me, coffee in hand, and will more than the rest. Wrapped around the spend solitary time on their porch, with or exterior of the entire entry level is a porch. without an invitation. More than 3,000 square feet of it, there’s We need porch moments in our county not anywhere on that thing that lacks a and municipalities these days. Perhaps it view. Walk around the whole house and might be worth our collective tax nickels to take it all in, for miles and miles. commission a design and add a front porch I began to think about the fact that I was to our village halls and county buildings, reared in the heart of Southern California complete with enough rockers for staff. If it in a 900-square-foot tract home. In our worked for Mayberry, why not here? An orneighborhood, one could lean out a windinance could be written which would mandow and almost shake the hand of the next date a certain amount of hours all elected door neighbor leaning out his. Stacked, officials must spend on the municipal porch cookie-cutter, cul-de-sac living seemed to with each other prior to council or commisbe what World War II and Korean Conflict sion meetings. With the beverage of their veterans could manage back in the day and choice, a slice of Everett’s buttermilk pie I was born into the subdivision lifestyle. and enough rocking, our municipal leaders My Army-vet dad purchased the place on just might like each other enough to put a a VA Loan for the unfathomable sum of little more effort in the let’s-work-together $10,000 in the mid-50s. department to get things done. Tract homes may have been somewhat Then it hit me: there are several porches affordable then, but a vital component of at the White House. A person I know sugthe home was missing. None of the homes gested that at the First Residence a woodfor miles and miles had front porches. shed may be more in order. Not one. And although the kids in my Quite possibly, it’s not the porch that’s ’hood knew that generally, everyone had the point. the same house rules as we played together, there came that inviolate time daily Willing to spear-head the Municipal Porch when breadwinners would drive down Fundraising effort, Sue can be reached at the cul-de-sac, utilize their prized remote suehutch1958@gmail.com.

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Second in a series of essays on Lincoln County history

Hispanos and Mexicans in Lincoln County

By Dr. Cynthia E. Orozco Chair, History, Humanities and Social Sciences, ENMU Ruidoso & Interim Curator of Education, Hubbard Museum Hispanos and Mexicans established roots in what became Lincoln county in the late 1840s and early 1850s. They migrated south into Mescalero Apache homelands due to drought and/or the presence of US troops after the US/Mexico War. Hispanos moved from Manzano, Socorro, Lemitar, Polvadera, and La Joya to a community they called “Las Placitas del Rio Bonito.” Some residents like Jose Miranda were Penitentes, ritualistic Catholics. Captain Saturnino Baca and Florencio Gonzales helped to establish Lincoln County in 1869. In 1860 the area’s population numbered 261 in midst of a Mescalero population of around 4,000. The Hispanic population was 50 percent by 1900. Today Hispanics are about 35 percent of the population but almost half of the Ruidoso School District. Hispanos and Mexicans were farmers, ranchers (sheep, goats and cattle), sharecroppers, cowboys, sheep herders, laborers, soldiers, railroad workers and miners. Hispanos helped build Fort Stanton. The Herreras owned a transport business with ties to St. Louis and Chihuahua, Mexico and reportedly built the Torreon in Las Placitas. Hispano homes reflected various degrees of wealth with more substantial structures such as the Montano store and Juan Patron home to two room adobes to jacales (mud & stick huts). Women worked as farmers and ranchers and were servants and laundresses at Fort Stanton. Most women were homemakers. Families raised sheep, cattle, turkeys, pigs, chickens and grew beans, squash, corn, chiles; women ground corn and wheat for tortillas. Mariallita Urban Brady served as a midwife for some 200 children. Hispanas could also ride horse back; Prudencia Miranda, for example, competed with men in horsemanship. In 1868 Hispano lumberjacks helped to build the Old Mill in Ruidoso, a mill owned by Paul Dowlin and his Hispana wife. Although there were no Spanish/Mexican land grants in this region there has been significant Hispanic land ownership. An acequia association still exists today. A Hispanic family once owned land that became the ranch of Lawrence Murphy of Lincoln County War fame. Some lands were lost by unscrupulous means – the Andersons bought a Picacho property for about $30 in the late 19th century. Large family sizes also led to smaller land parcels; water rights also have been sold. Hispanic commanders at Fort Stanton included Rafael Chacon, prominent 19th century Nuevo Mexicano. Education was limited for most though Juan Patron, the first Lincoln County teacher, taught Hispanic and European Americans in Lincoln and Lawrence Murphy paid for Bonifacio Baca’s education at the University of Notre Dame. In the mid-20th century Saturnino Baca’s granddaughter Rafaelita Pryor taught school in Lincoln and Capitan as did Amanda Montes Torres in Hondo. Some intermarriage between European American and Hispanas occurred. Bonifacia Chavez married William Brady; Pat Garrett married Apolinaria Gutierrez; and Paul Dowlin of the Old Mill also married a Hispana. The Garrett’s daughter, who was blind, wrote the state of New Mexico’s song. The Horrell War concluded with the murder of at least six Hispanos due to anti-Mexican sentiment that Euro-Texans brought to the region in the early 1870s. Hispanos partici-

pated in the Lincoln County War on both sides and as neutral parties. Saturnino Baca, for whom Capitan is named after, asked Fort Stanton to intervene and later held numerous government posts such as sheriff and county commissioner. Jose Chavez y Chavez as well as 15-year-old Yginio Salazar, shot in the shoulder and back, survived the Five Day Battle and Salazar went on to become a county commissioner. Hispanos were killed in the war and Juanita Chavez y Baca and other women protested the war’s sexual assaults and violence. Prominent Hispanos in the Lincoln County War included Juan Patron, probate clerk, county commissioner, territorial legislator and Speaker of the House, who was assassinated in Puerto de Luna. Still, the Hispano community celebrated their lives with bailes, fandangos, fiestas, and celebrated the patron saints San Juan and San Patricio. Due to the Lincoln County War, some Hispanos left the Lincoln area and founded other Hispanic-dominant settlements. Ruidoso Downs was first called “Libertad,” “Hollywood” was San Juanito. The Hondo Valley (which includes present-day San Patricio, Hondo, Tinnie and Pichaco) as well as Reventon, Patos, Encinoso, Las Tablas, Deseo, Escondido, Los Palos, and Pueblo Colorado were largely Hispano. Reventon’s sheep ranchers supplied White Oaks miners with food. Hondo was once Chihuahua and then La Junta while Tinnie was originally named Analla after prominent rancher Jose Analla. Even though more European-Americans entered the county after 1870, Hispanic politicians were elected in each county election at the county level until 1974. R.A. Duran served four terms as county commissioner between 1906 and 1920. He and Porfirio Chavez belonged to the Alianza Hispano Americana, a Hispano American civic society in Lincoln. After 1974 only two Hispanic men – Monroy Montes in the 1990s and Leo Martinez in the 2000s – served on the county commission. Eileen Martinez Sedillo has been the only Hispanic woman elected county commissioner in 2005. Hispanic women elected at the county level in the 80s and 90s include Julia Samora, Flora Vega and Patricia Serna. Hispanics have also served as county assessor, county sheriff and probate judge. In the 1930s Hispanic women like Ramoncita Gurule were brought into Camp Capitan where they learned traditional colonial Spanish arts, the only such CCC camp in the nation. By the 1930s Roman and Theodora Maes opened La Paloma museum in Lincoln and the Otero family established “El Paraiso Restaurant” in Capitan. Artist Peter Hurd captured the humanity of Hondo Valley Hispanics in his paintings and painted the landscape of the Fresquez farm. The late 1940s witnessed Fermin and Cirenia Montes organize traditional ballet folklorico dancing in the Hondo schools. Perhaps no other community in the US has taught folklorico for so long. Hispanics like Barney Aldaz worked as a cowboy on the Fort Stanton Hospital Ranch in the 1940s. Likewise, Joe S. Chavez was a popular writer and printer for the Carrizozo Outlook and Lincoln County News. The

Joy for Kids launches season of giving

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Sunday’s annual Joy for Kids motorcycle Toy Run launched a season of giving for Lincoln County residents. The Toy Run helps the all-volunteer group, Santa’s Helpers deliver toys to needy children in Lincoln County.

Spanish language newspaper El Farol existed in Capitan for a short time. In the mid-40s and 1950s Mexican braceros sustained the apple industry in the Hondo Valley but were not replaced by native workers. In the 1950s Hispanic men helped build Smokey Bear Capitan museum. Some private businesses such as the Ice-o-matic skating rink in Ruidoso Downs were segregated and racial covenants existed in real estate in Ruidoso. Bilingual education programs finally began in the 1970s. Jockeys and horse trainers from Mexico have become commonplace in Ruidoso Downs. In the 1990s the Freeman-Anderson Museum in Lincoln added a Hispanic Lincoln exhibit probably under the Lincoln County Heritage Trust directorship of Colleen Salazar. After the year 2000 more Mexican immigrants entered the county especially in Ruidoso Downs. They have worked in hotels, restaurants, private homes, forest-thinning, and the construction industry but have also owned businesses especially Mexican restaurants and hair salons. Hispanics/Mexicans have also joined the middle class as teachers and government employees. Magdaleno and Irma Trujillo established the Capitan Museum in the 2000s. Also in the 2000s, a LULAC chapter raised scholarships for Hispanic students at ENMU Ruidoso; a Hispanic Chamber of Commerce was short-lived. Festivities commemorating traditional Hispanic fiestas – Cinco de Mayo, Diez-y-Seis and Dia de los Muertos – have been celebrated occasionally in the last decade. Much more common are family birthday parties and quinceneras. Churches offering services in Spanish are common. Veterans have included Placido Guevara (Union soldier); Pablo Alderete, (Confederate spy); Epifanio Carvajal (World War I); Romeo Klein (World War II); Magdaleno Trujillo (Korean prisoner of war); and recent vet Steven Chavez of Hondo. Prominent Hispanics in the area in recent times have included Amante Fresquez, Superintendent of the Roswell Schools who grew up in Arabela. Others have included US Treasurer Kathryn Ortega; sister and banker Ethel Olson; Ruidoso Judge Lorena La May; Ruidoso mayor Victor Alonso; Hondo Superintendent of Schools and past state legislator Barbara Casey; internationally recognized artist and sculptor Luis Jimenez; and Polly Chavez, reporter, columnist and santera. Manny Baldillo co-wrote a “History of Lincoln County Post Offices.” The Hispano and Mexican history of Lincoln county is a rich and fascinating history.

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Nov. 5

Volleyball District 4-3A tournament Ruidoso d. Lovington, 3-0 District 7-1A tournament Capitan d. Mescalero, 3-0 District 3B tournament Corona d. Vaughn, 3-0

Nov. 7 Volleyball District 4-3A championship Portales d. Ruidoso, 3-0 District 7-1A tournament Cloudcroft d. Capitan, 3-0 District 3B championship Corona d. Gateway Christian, 3-0

Nov. 8 Football Ruidoso 42, Lovington 0 Class 1A playoffs Capitan 27, Fort Sumner 12 Eight man playoffs Melrose 40, Carrizozo 12 Six-man semifinals Hondo 75, Dora 25

Nov. 9 Volleyball District 5A/4B championship Carrizozo d. Animas, 3-0

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Volleyball Class B state tournament Carrizozo, Corona in Pool B play at Rio Rancho High School, 1 p.m. Class 3A state tournament Ruidoso in Pool C play at Santa Ana Star Center, 1 p.m. First round of bracket play at Santa Ana Star Center, 7 p.m.

Nov. 15 Volleyball Class 3A state tournament Quarterfinals at Santa Ana Star Center, 3 p.m. Semifinals at Santa Ana Star Center, 8:15 p.m. Class B state tournament Quarterfinals at Cleveland High School, starting at 8 a.m. Semifinals at Santa Ana Star Center, starting at 6:30 p.m.

Nov. 16 Football Class 1A playoffs Capitan at Escalante, 1 p.m. Six man state championship Hondo at Lake Arthur, 5 p.m. Volleyball State tournament at Rio Rancho Class B championship, 9 a.m. Class 3A championship, 11 a.m.

Nov. 19 Boys basketball Roswell at Ruidoso, 7 p.m.

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By Todd Fuqua Sports Editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com Regan Werito probably ran the best race of her life at the Class 3A state meet in Rio Rancho over the weekend. The best news is, she’s just a junior. Werito ran the course at Rio Rancho High School in 20:12.15, good enough for a seventh place finish and an All-State honor. “I think Regan had a great run, she ran faster than she did at the Jamboree,” said Ruidoso coach Trevor Rabourn, referring to the meet on the same course held three weeks before. “For her to get an All-State spot is a great accomplishment.” As a team, the Lady Warriors

were just ahead of District 3-3A opponent Silver, just two points in front. Elyssa Douds was the nearest teammate to Werito in 36th place at 21:45.20., Werito while Elizabeth Morgan was at 54th place with a time of 23:14.10. “That’s probably the first time all year we’ve finished ahead of Silver,” Rabourn said. “They all peaked at the right time, and all felt a lot of pride about how they finished.” The younger members of the team finished near the end of the race, but See FINAL pg. B3

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Ruidoso runners Rylan Vega, left, and Cisco Bob compete at the Class 3A state meet in Rio Rancho on Saturday.

ANOTHER DISTRICT TITLE • Warriors leave little doubt who’s No. 1...er...2

By Todd Fuqua Sports Editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com As in their District 4-3A game against Portales, the Ruidoso Warriors scored 42 points against Lovington in Friday’s regular season finale. Unlike their game against the Rams, they didn’t allow any points, shutting out the once vaunted Wildcats to claim the district title and earn the No. 2 seed in the upcoming Class 3A state playoffs. “We weren’t expecting this kind of a score, but we knew we had to go down there and play some football,” said Ruidoso coach Kief Johnson. “We also had some good stops to keep them out of our endzone.” After the Warriors (7-2, 2-0 district) took a 14-0 lead midway through the first quarter – on the second of Parker Johnson’s three touchdowns on the night – Lovington (1-9, 0-2) was able to drive to the Ruidoso 7. Wildcat quarterback Zach Molinar attempted a touchdown throw but was intercepted by Johnson in the endzone to end the threat. After a three-and-out by the Warriors, Lovington drove to the Ruidoso 3, but a fumbled snap forced the Wildcats back 15 yards where they later turned the ball over on downs. The closest Lovington got after that was the Warrior 24, a drive that collapsed with a pair of negative-yard plays that gave Ruidoso the ball at their own 35 with just under a minute left in

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lustrated how Ruidoso may not seemed to dominate the Wildcats that much – they had only two more first downs in the game – but defensive plays continually gave the Warriors a short field. “We were able to take advantage of the opportunities we had,” said coach Johnson. “Our defense was getting the ball back in great field position.”

By Todd Fuqua Sports Editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com Hondo football coach Brandon Devine wasn’t taking Dora lightly, even if the Eagles had won their regular season game big to start the year. Turns out Devine didn’t have to worry too much, as Hondo swept aside Dora 74-25 to advance to their second state title game in as many years. “They played tough and never did lay down for us, but they were a little frustrated with how physical we were playing,” Devine said. “There were a few different wrinkles we put in that made the difference.” As a team, the Eagles (9-1) gained 476 yards, splitting it evenly between throwing and running. Beto Nores led the team with 124 yards on 14 carries and threw for an additional 198 yards. Billy Candelaria added 88 yards on the ground and was 5-for-6 passing for 57 yards. James Chavez led all receivers with 82 yards and a touchdown on seven catches. Now it’s on to the state championship game, a 5 p.m. matchup this Saturday at Lake Arthur. This marks the third time in five years the squads have faced each other in the title match, and the Panthers have won the last two times. Lake Arthur (10-0) is seeking

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Ruidoso running back Parker Johnson, left, turns upfield to gain some yards during his team’s win at Lovington on Friday. the first half. Ruidoso then drove 65 yards in seven plays, ending with a 1-yard touchdown carry by quarterback Cade Patterson as time ran out. Gavin Eidson added an interception with 1:03 left in the third quarter, putting the Warriors at the Lovington 14. Three plays later, Johnson ran the ball in for the score. Eidson’s interception il-

Lady Warriors earn No. 6 seed

By Todd Fuqua Sports Editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com Even after a 25-8, 25-19, 25-9 blowout at Portales in the District 4-3A championship, the Ruidoso volleyball team improved their seeding from last season for this weekend’s Class 3A state tournament. The Lady Warriors (10-11) earned a No. 6 seed and are placed in a pool with No. 3 Pojoaque and No. 11 Shiprock when pool play starts Thursday at 1 p.m. in the Santa Ana Star Center in Rio Rancho.

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Ruidoso defenders Lia Mosher, far left, and Chloe Whipple attempt to block the ball hit by Lovington’s Mayra Gonzalez at Ruidoso High School. For more photos, visit www.ruidosofreepress.com.

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All the area teams There’s no photo this week, because there’s not enough room to show all the athletes that have done their schools proud with their accomplishments near the end of the fall season. Ruidoso’s cross country teams put in a solid performance at

the state meet, Capitan and Hondo won their state football playoff games, the Ruidoso Warriors earned another District 4-3A title, The Ruidoso, Carrizozo and Corona volleyball teams are making a return trip to state and are hoping to better their performance from last season. The Carrizozo football team may have lost their playoff game, but their season was a stepping stone to greater things.

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Hoops season set to go for Ruidoso By Todd Fuqua Sports Editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com After a season which saw the Ruidoso boys basketball team on the wrong end of several narrow scores, the Warriors are ready to turn some of those losses into victories. They’ll have a good chance to do it with a returning corps of seniors. “I think we’ll be in pretty good shape to start with, my only complaint would be the lack of time to get prepared for an actual game,” said Ruidoso coach Dennis Davis, whose team starts the season Nov. 19 at home against Roswell. “I think we have a pretty good group, and could be better off this year than last year.”

Ruidoso High School Date Opponent Site Nov. 19. . . . . . . . . . . Roswell Home Nov. 21. . . . . . . . . . . . NMMI Home Nov. 23. . . . . . . . . . . . Cobre Home Nov. 26. . . . . . . . . . .Goddard Home Dec. 10. . . . . . . . . . . .Artesia Away Dec. 12-14. . . . . Sandia Prep T Albuquerque Dec. 20. . . . . . . . . . . .Artesia Home Jan. 3 . . . . . . . . .West Las Vegas Home Jan. 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . Socorro Home Jan. 10 . . . . . . . . . . . .Dexter Home Jan. 11 . . . . . . . . . Hot Springs Home Jan. 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . Hatch Home Jan. 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . Cobre Away Jan. 21 . . . . . . . . . . . .Dexter Away Jan. 23 . . . . . . . . . . . Socorro Away Jan. 25 . . . . . . . . . . .Goddard Away Jan. 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . NMMI Away Jan. 31 . . . . . . . . . Lovington* Home Feb. 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . Roswell Away Feb. 7 . . . . . . . . . . . .Portales* Away Feb. 11 . . . . . . . . . Hot Springs Away Feb. 14 . . . . . . . . . Lovington* Away Feb. 21 . . . . . . . . . . .Portales* Home *District 4-3A

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Senior Adam Ramos makes a reverse layup during Ruidoso basketball practice. Ramos and the Warriors are getting ready for this season, which starts Nov. 19.

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Ruidoso returns seniors Rylan Vega – fresh off his time on the cross country team – Luis Marquez, Adam Ramos, Blaine Maldonado, Justin Platta, and welcomes Anfernee Rocha, who moved in from Tularosa. “It’s been a progressions for the last five years, gaining more experience, depth and skill,” Davis said. “This is probably the most skillful bunch of guys we’ve had since I became head coach.” Ruidoso was 8-17 last season and winless in District 4-3A, but four of those losses were by a bucket or less – including two one-point losses to Portales. Four more were decided by 10 points or less. Rather than let those wins get away, Davis said his team will work harder to finish things when they have a chance. “We’ve got to do a better job of finishing and win some of those close games,” Davis said. “I think they’ll be close games again, and I think we’ll have a good shot at getting some of those wins.”

Bowling RUIDOSO BOWLING CENTER Tuesday Seniors standings, week 8 of 28 Name Won Lost Marx O Lot? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 9 BLJ Trio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20½ 11½ Two Ace’s & a Queen. . . . . . . . . 19½ 12½ Amigos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 15 Golden Oldies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 19 Last week’s high scores Handicap series – BLJ Trio 1,881, Two Ace’s & a Queen 1,881, Amigos 1,800. Handicap game – Golden Oldies 653, Marx O Lot? 642 Individual scores Men’s handicap series – Hubert Lee 667, Bob McCann 659, Gene Nitz 652 Men’s handicap game – Tom Douglas 239, Joe Shafer 239, Bob McCann 238 Women’s handicap series – Martha Chavez 614, Lucy Servies 596, Linda Clements 594 Women’s handicap game – Lucy Servies 208, Martha Chavez 206, Linda Clements 205 ––– Tuesday Night Mixed standings, week 9 of 16 Name Won Lost Rhinorose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 0 Zocca . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2 Sh”Dam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2 Four Feathers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 Scorgasm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 Lane Violators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 Bowl Movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 4 Ruidoso Bowl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 7 Gypsyhound Outla . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 8 Last week’s high scores Handicap series – Rhinorose 2,639, Bowl Movement 2,509, Ruidoso Bowl 2,480 Handicap game – Lane Violators 879, Zocca 861, Four Feathers 836 Individual scores Men’s handicap series – Eddie Silva 751, Tom Douglas 721, Ruben Peso 687 Men’s handicap game – Michael Glass 263, Jake White 258, Ronnie Wright 245 Women’s handicap series – Gloria Wheeler 673, Misty Barnes 619, Dena Mitchell 611 Women’s handicap game – Britany Gibson 227, Patty Kim 218, Shannon Silva, Pam Bernard 211 ––– Wednesday Night Mixed standings, week 9 of 32 Name Won Lost

Team 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Team 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Ruidoso Bowl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Team 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Western Auto- Napa 2 . . . . . . . . . 4 Western Auto- Napa . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Down’s U-Haul. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Team 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Living Energies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Team 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

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Last week’s high scores Handicap series – Ruidoso Bowl 2,547, Team 7 2,440, Team 6 2,396 Handicap game – Team 4 860, Western AutoNapa 2 856, Down’s U-Haul, Team 9 831 Individual scores Men’s handicap series – Phil Fanning 675, Ken Brower 671, Bob Layher 654 Men’s handicap game – Tom Douglas 266, David Cason 254, Jim McGarvey 243 Women’s handicap series – Nancy Seidel 650, Crystal Roller 645, Pam Bernard 615 Women’s handicap game – Michelle Lopez 237, Jean Fanning 217, Connie Giles 217 ––– Thursday Night Men’s standings, week 9 of 32 Name Won Lost Good Ole Boys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2 Buckner Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 2 Team 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 Western Auto- Napa . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 Down’s U-Haul. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 3 GSV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 7 Ruidoso Bowl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 8 Last week’s high scores Stratch series – Western Auto- Napa 2,777, GSV 2,539 Scratch game – Down’s U-Haul 961, Good Ole Boys 750 Handicap series – Buckner Electric 2,964, Ruidoso Bowl 2,783 Handicap game – Team 4 1,005 Individual scores Scratch series – Richard Guevara 652, Bob Layher 563, Tom Douglas 563 Scratch game – Billy Weddige 263, Jim McGarvey 210, Gene Nitz, Evan Reed 202 Handicap series – Darron Sanders 660, Chris Carter 643, Ryan Cannon 618 Handicap game – Fred Vega 243, Max Cimmaron 224, Keith Brower 216

Getting those close wins will be crucial in a district that Davis sees as anyone’s to win. “Both Lovington and Portales are ranked ahead of us, but I don’t think anyone will walk away with the district easily,” Davis said. “There’s a lot of talent, and it will be difficult.” Beyond district is the state tournament, a tournament that’s been dominated by private schools like Sandia Prep, Hope Christian and St. Michael’s the last five years. “This is probably the greatest opportunity we’ve had to get in there and compete with those guys at that level,” Davis said. “They’ve got 5A talent, but we’re happy with the guys we have. We play pretty good teams to get us ready.”

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Anfernee Rocha may be a new face to the Warriors, having moved in from Tularosa, but his senior leadership could serve Ruidoso well this year.

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Bracket play begins at 7 p.m. Ruidoso coach Bernadette Garcia said Thursday’s loss at Portales may have been a completely different match from when the teams met up a week before, but the loss could actually serve the Lady Warriors well as they move into the post season. “All the players had the same shutdown all at once,” Garcia said. “They did some things well and gave each other encouragement. It just wasn’t enough. They now know that and we can use that at state.” If anyone knows a team can shock the world, it’s the Lady Warriors, who were the No. 7 seed last season and made it all the way to the state title match against Pojoaque. Garcia doesn’t think that’s out of the question this time. “Anything can happen, we’ve already proved that,” Garcia said. “But there’s more to give and we just have to finish strong.”

Win over Lovington Ruidoso earned their spot in the District 4-3A championship match with a 25-15, 25-17, 25-18 victory over Lovington on Nov. 5. It was a three-game win, but the Lady Warriors did it in unorthodox fashion, relying more on the Lady Wildcats’ mistakes than their own ability to put the ball on the floor. “I wanted them to bring the offense,

whether on the serving line or at the net,” Garcia said. “You can’t rely on teams to make mistakes. We weren’t creating that difficult a game for them.” “The whole team was kind of off, because their hits weren’t as hard as we’re used to,” said Ruidoso back row player Ryann Flack. “We were kind of hesitating to go for some balls.” That was evident to start the second game, as Lovington (5-16) was able to maintain a tenuous lead through the first 12 points despite strong kills by Lady Warriors Marikka Temple, Lia Mosher and Chloe Whipple. Every time Ruidoso got the serve, they’d give it right back with an error or net serve. The Lady Warriors were finally able to take the lead on a kill by Whipple, and the lead became permanent when Andi Harrelson sent the ball down to make it 10-9. Even then, Ruidoso didn’t truly take charge until a Mosher block and fantastic save by Rachel Davis gave the Lady Warriors the momentum to finish it out. Game three was pretty much a replay, although the Lady Warriors went on an 8-0 run to bring them to match point serve. Still, it took four serves before Ruidoso finally got the victory.

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Tigers win, to take on Escalante By Todd Fuqua Sports Editor todd@ruidosofreepress.com Capitan fans celebrated the good news of their football team’s 27-12 victory over Fort Sumner in the first round of the Class 1A playoffs Friday. The bad (-ish) news, they now face Escalante in the state semifinals. Capitan (7-4) scored twice in the first four minutes and never trailed, but Tiger coach Jim Hughes said his team wasn’t in control really until the second half. “We were up only 14-6 at the half,” Hughes said. “They got into scoring position later on and were in the red zone, but we made a defensive stand. That took the wind out of their sails.” Fort Sumner (4-6) got their six first-half points on a 35-yard pass from Garrett Hisel to Nick Sanchez, and scored again in the third quarter on a 55-yard run by Michael Giannini. But it wasn’t enough to counter two touchdowns each by Tracker Bowen and Tucker Fields. With the victory, Capitan takes to the road to face No. 2 seed Escalante in the state semifinals this Saturday at 1 p.m. It’s a rematch from last year’s

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Capitan’s Ruben Mendoza, left, intercepts a pass meant for Fort Sumner receiver Nick Sanchez during Friday’s Class 1A state playoff game at Capitan.

state championship game won by the Lobos. Escalante also beat Capitan 38-7 earlier this year. “They’ve beat us twice in a row,

but now we’re in a better position,” Hughes said. “The kids are a lot more focused and are excited to show what kind of team we really are.”

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Rabourn was pleased with how they performed, particularly Morgan. “Her finishing 10th at district is what allowed us to get to state as a team,” Rabourn said. “She’s a cross country runner now.” Ruidoso’s boys were in 10th place overall, with Rylan Vega taking 27th individually with a time of 18:05.75. Teammate Cisco

Bob was just two places back at 18:09.20. Freshman Tyler Davis also put in a good time of 18:33.95 to finish 42nd overall. “Cisco peaked at the right time, and could be a capable runner in the future,” Rabourn said. “His time was great for an eighth grader, and I don’t know of many other eighth graders

competing at that kind of level. “Rylan ended his season with a good run,” Rabourn added. “He worked well as the sole senior on the team and filled the leadership position well.”

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Volleyball look Corona earns district title, awaiting state Gateway Christian has consistently been the toughest test for Corona’s volleyball team this season. Thursday – in the District 3B championship – was the toughest test yet for the Lady Cardinals. Corona won 25-10, 26-24, 25-18, but the scores – particularly in that second game – shows how the Lady Warriors weren’t going to lay down. “That was the fourth time we’d played them, and it was the best match they put on the floor,” said Corona coach Richard Gage. “They played us really tough, but my girls were just a little bit tougher.” Gage considers Thursday’s match the best his team has played since the Gateway Christian tournament two months ago. “We missed just two serves all night, and one was on a five-second call. “Gage said. “My hitters were on, and a lot got through. It was a great match for us heading into the state tournament. At 21-1 and district champs, the Lady Cardinals are locked into a Class B state berth at No. 3 for pool play – which begins Thursday at Rio Rancho. “All of these girls were on the team last year, a team that made it to the semifinals,” Gage said. “They’re excited to go back because they’re playing really well together as a team.”

’Zozo at No. 2 Carrizozo volleyball coach Pam Allen is a little disappointed that her team is a spot behind Elida in this year’s state tournament, given that her squad is 20-1 after Saturday’s 25-19, 25-11, 25-16 victory over Animas. Regardless of where the team is seeded, however, she’s just happy the Lady Grizzlies are headed back to Rio Rancho. “We’re really excited about makin that trip, and I feel we’re playing quite well,” said Allen, whose team is seeded second in a pool with Corona, San Jon and Gateway Christian. “When you get to a state tournament, you have to play.”

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Ruidoso’s Tyler Davis, left, turns the corner during Saturday’s Class 3A state meet at Rio Rancho.

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its third straight championship, and owns a 56-42 victory over the Eagles. It was the only loss Hondo has suffered all year. “It’s possible to beat them, even on their own field,” Devine said. “They’re the ones going for their third straight title and an unbeaten season, we have no pressure. They’re the ones with things to prove. “We’ll give it all we got. The kids and the coaching staff are all ready for this one,” he added. “We were more nervous about the Dora game than this one coming up.”

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The 2013 District 4B champion Carrizozo Lady Grizzlies.

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Hondo’s Beto Nores, right, breaks free of a Dora tackler during Friday’s six-man semifinal win at Hondo’s Steven Chavez Field. For more photos, visit www.ruidosofreepress.com

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With their No. 2 seed in the playoffs, the Warriors have a bye as other teams take to the field this weekend. Johnson will keenly watch the Albuquerque Academy-Pojoaque tilt, as the winner comes to Ruidoso the following week for the quarterfinals. “A rematch with Albuquerque Academy would be great, but they have to beat Pojoaque first,” Johnson said. “Pojoaque can spread the football out, but I don’t know if they could pull off the upset. Academy plays a single wing offense, and that’s really hard to defend.”

No. 62 Daniel Marshall Senior defensive lineman

Plenty of tackles for losses by Marshall, who was part of a defense that shut out Lovington and gave the Warriors their second District 4-3A title in as many yers. Ruidoso also earned the No. 2 seed in the upcoming Class 3A state playoffs.

The LOBO howl

Lobos outlast Air Force

By Richard Stevens Senior Writer/GoLobos.com ALBUQUERQUE – Maybe the Lobos should have another Brian Urlacher Night. On a night the Lobos retired Urlacher’s No. 44, the New Mexico Lobos snapped a three-game losing skid and registered their first Mountain West win of the 2013 season with a 45-37 win over the Air Force Falcons. “To just have the type of discipline, courage and resiliency to beat an Academy, I’m just proud we are in a position to be able to do that,” said Lobo Coach Bob Davie. “We just beat a team we had beaten only twice in ten years. “We just played the Air Force Academy and did not turn the ball over and had two penalties on the night.”

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Education By Jennifer AW Stubbs

Occasionally I hear debate about what services libraries provide in the Internet Age. “Why visit a library when I can Google at home?” or “Amazon makes it so easy to have the book I want delivered, why drive over to the library or wait for a popular book?” Ruidoso Public Library cannot afford to fight Google or Amazon mano a mano, but that’s OK in my book. Libraries, like nurses, provide high-touch, irreplaceable services. Let me share with you. One patron wanted to read a book discussed on the morning radio show. Sadly, radio does not provide a picture to search by cover art, and worse, the title and author information had disappeared. This is where library staff saved the day. We looked up the radio show’s website where the headlines included the book review. Voila! Was it on the shelf? No, but our patron joined the request queue and received an email when the book returned in two weeks. When my mom searches for information online, she often calls or emails me, “I could not find anything useful.” For questions like my mom asks, library staff applies search skills, from selecting synonyms or phrases to refine search results, to

searching subscription databases outside the “free” Internet. The Internet is a vast, Wild West of data, which may become information when organized (such as the Dewey numbers for reference books), and then become knowledge when seen in context (basic to intermediate information, such as you find in an encyclopedia). Wisdom takes time and experience, something the library cannot provide. Many people think of the library when a research paper or science experiment assignment appears. While we are thrilled to help find books on your topic, we can provide even more. How to instill critical thinking in students not only deters plagiarism, but ensures students understand why we read, research, and write in the first place. Ruidoso Public Library has books, links, and worksheets to help you and your student outline a paper, create topics and conclusions, or format your reference citations. Beyond MLA style guides, we can help you format hanging indents in your office software. Libraries remain relevant places to learn. Books and computers provide self-guided instruction on skills from bicycle maintenance to cake decorating, how to use a mouse’s left button to finding the Accelerated Reading score for a book. Information is online, but you don’t have to blaze the trail alone; look to your local public library for a Sherpa.

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November 13, 2013

Auctions and vittles at the Fort By Sue Hutchison

It takes a bit of time and a lot of dust, but the drive to Fort Lone Tree east of Capitan Nov. 11 will be worth the investment, says Tim Worrell, president and founder of Lone Tree Camps. Both a silent and live auction and all sorts of food options will be presented to benefit the scholarship program at the Fort. “When I went to camp at age 8, I would sit in chapel services beside the door. I probably missed valuable teaching from the platform because I was waiting for the activities to begin. I learned so many life lessons through those activities,” says Worrell. He believes Christian camping provides Photo courtesy of Sue Hutchison a place for kids to learn valuable life Tim Worrell and Shana Gardner at Fort Lone Tree. skills and growth while playing. “We provide high adventure activities at Lone camps have flourished since moving to New Mexico Tree,” says Worrell. “When trust is earned, a relain 1980. With a logging permit, horses and chaintionship can develop and it’s in those relationships saws, logs were harvested to build the first of several that life changes can happen.” Water slides, high camp lodges. Their doors opened for camp in the and low ropes course, as well as rock climbing to summer of 1981. Tim and wife Charlene have been name a few, Worrell is interested in providing as involved and dedicated from the beginning, to the exmany activities as he can fit into each day at the Fort. tent of living in a canvas tent for the first two months. With the tallest spiral staircase in Lincoln County, From one rustic location to six unique settings, horseback riding bordering national forest and more, year round activities are now available. Four Lone exercise comes naturally when campers participate. Tree facilities are located in New Mexico, with two “When we’re done with them, the campers want to east of Capitan. “Fort Lone Tree is geared for kids, go to sleep,” he laughs. age 8-12 and can house up to 120. The Bible Ranch Initially begun near Glendo, Wyo., Lone Tree Continued on next page

Turning the page on Carrizozo’s library By Erik LeDuc Reporter erik@ruidosofreepress.com CARRIZOZO — It’s a long road towards a library, and the doors won’t be opening this year. Yet there is progress, and there will be a building to house the thousands of donated books. “This is going to happen, we are going to have a library in Carrizozo,” said Paulette Lovelace, new chairperson of library committee, following the resignation of Sheila Lynch. “Everything is lining up and I am so happy to be a part of this.” The library committee, plus a few interested residents, met on Oct. 30 for the final time in a year-end wrap-up of their work. Ray Dean, president of Carrizozo Works Inc., the non-profit under which the library is growing, said the biggest battle – finding a building – was halfway won. “For a long time we were told that the Rec center was never going to open again,” Dean said. “Then we got a new mayor.” The center, donated by Mr. and Mrs. A.N. Spencer and dedicated in 1973, offers more possibilities than just books – more than half the building is taken up by bowling lanes and a concession area, though all of that will have to wait for future funding once the library partition goes up, he added. Though Wes Lindsay, the town’s mayor, couldn’t promise an easy ride for the renovations, tentatively budgeted around $25,000, he could offer some support from town maintenance staff, whose ongoing work is visible through the gaps in ceiling tiles that illuminate fresh wiring that only recently brought power back to the building and in the now-clean floors and counters, some still bearing the traces of vandals over the years. “We are working on it and we’ve come a long way,” Lindsay said. “We had a contractor appraise it, and I think it’s a pretty reasonable price. I have no date right now, but we’re doing what we can. How we can do it, I don’t know, but we will work on it.” Dean added that the upcoming library’s role model, the Capitan Public Library, also was on board to help with the project, offering its expertise on how to keep a public library funded

Seventy-year-olds think a nap is a necessity. Forty-year-olds wish they could. Four-year-olds think it is a total waste of time but... the state regs require them to have a quiet time. Consequently, if you work with kids, you try. I put the kids on their mats, read them a story and leave with these words, “Good night, sleep tight, don’t let the bedbugs bite, wake up with a happy face and I love you all very much.” If I forget, I do not make it out the door without being reminded that I have forgotten something. Nisha Hoffman Tyler and James are brothers nishahoffman@yahoo.com and both were in my class during the summer. Tyler has a bit of a temper. In the course of the morning he had gotten frustrated with James and grabbed a doll and slammed it onto the floor. I picked up the doll and took it and Tyler to the table for a talk. His first remark was, “It’s only a doll, Ms. Nisha. It’s not real.” I agreed with him and then began talking about the girls who played with the dolls and how they sometimes thought of the babies as real. We also talked about using the dolls to teach us how to act when we are around the real deal. Sometime later, Tyler had declared the home living center his nap space. James had moved into the tent. I watched as Tyler picked up a doll, very gently wrapped it in a blanket and took it to James to kiss good night. When Tyler glanced up and caught me watching he told me, “Ms. Nisha, I’ve already told it good night, sleep tight, don’t let the bedbugs bite, wake up with a happy face and I love you very much.” There are days when it seems like everyone has a case of the grumps. After a couple of hours of this I called them to the circle and confronted them with their behavior. Then I asked, “Why are you all so grumpy today?” Zach: “I got up on the wrong side of the bed and I’ve been a mess ever since.” Sandra: “I’ve been having a lot of bad dreams lately, especially about dinosaurs.” Lana: “My dad was gone and my mama wouldn’t let me sleep in her bed.” Amy: “Because my mama woke me up too early.” “Boys will be boys” and they like to be competitive about almost everything. It doesn’t make any difference whether they are lining Courtesy photo up, picking up, washing hands, Back row left to right: Lillieann Wilson, Virginia Ruiz, Omari Clemins, Levi the words I hear most are “I’m Kennedy, Brennen Brashear, Kai Clem, Lesley Guzman, Nickolas Warren and winning.” Our bathroom has three Jonas Barnett; middle row: Anya Kirkham, Oscar Marmolejo, Cade Holland, stalls. Each has a boy in it. They Levi Price, Alexandra Gordon, Nicole Montelongo, Reese Treptow and Allysa get down to business and what do I Greene; front row: AJ Mitchell, Camila Rodriguez, Marlen Gonzalez, Cristal Romero, Alexis Serna, Jack Wisdom and Alexandra Sidwell. hear, “I’m winning!” And no, I did not make a judgment call.

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From left, Carrizozo Works President Ray Dean and Carrizozo Mayor Wes Lindsay toured through the future site of the library. Below, Carrizozo Works President Ray Dean and Polly E. Chavez take a look at the Rec Center’s bowling lanes, looking almost ready to roll.

– along with plenty of donated books as well. “The library that they have in Capitan is our model – that’s one of the best-run libraries in the state,” he said. “We’re really fortunate to have them help us along the way.” However, there still is much work to be done, especially in the realms of public awareness and support. “We really want to make some noise in the community, we want to let everyone know that this isn’t just another committee going on in Carrizozo,” Lovelace said. “This is serious, and we need the community’s help and involvement.” For more information, contact Carrizozo Works, 575-648-8500 or visit carrizozoworks.org.

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New lease ratified for Boys and Girls Club By Eugene Heathman Editor eugene@ruidosofreepress.com A new lease for the Boys and Girls Club of Sierra Blanca was ratified by the Ruidoso Municipal School Board Tuesday which will secure the location at 134 Reese Drive for the club through June 30, 2015. Outlined in the agreement is a clause allowing re-negotiations at the end of each fiscal year with a term that is mutually agreed upon unless notification by either party of intent to terminate. Each party is instructed give notice of intent to negotiate a new lease or terminate this lease at least 60 days prior to the expiration of the lease. The location for the Boys and Girls Club contains approximately 22,046 sq. ft. of space to allow for program growth and for the 10,368-square-foot upper gym area that

is included in the cost of utilities for the term of the lease. Beginning Jan. 1, the lease rate is $1,000 per month. Utilities are to be disbursed to the school district according to the actual sq. ft. percentage of space utilized. Utility costs paid by the Boys and Girls Club shall be the actual cost of utilities incurred by the school district for the previous year (2012-2013FY) plus any additional leased space as negotiated for the term of the lease. The Boys & Girls Club of Sierra Blanca recently celebrated the anniversary of serving the needs of youth in Lincoln County. On March 5, 2012 the doors opened and youth began to arrive. The Club is a drop in after school program, providing a fun safe place to children after school each day. With homework help, fun games, programs that help children learn about handling money, journalism, building relationships,

job skills and even some learning thrown in when they least expect it, parents and children are both excited about our programs. The Club accepts members from kindergarten through 12th grade with a monthly membership fee of only $10. Boys and Girls club executive director Tim Coughlin said,”We must thank the Lincoln County/Ruidoso Board of Realtors for their support and sponsorship of the recent iPad raffle to benefit the Club. This raffle brought nearly $2000 in needed funds. We also thank Walmart for their assistance in this raffle.” The newest community partner is Schlotzsky’s restaurant. Recognizing the importance of the programs and building the community, they have committed to providing a monthly donation to the Club. Those who would like to join the list of community partners, contact the Club at 575-808-8338.”

‘Lincoln County, New Mexico, Tells Its Stories’ ity of the stories, though, are about the ordinary people who lived in Lincoln County, with their struggles and joys. We let them tell their own stories with very little editing. Many stories mentioned living in places in Lincoln County that are no longer in existence, such as Reventon, Encinoso, Coalora, Richarson, Parson, Las Tablas and others. There were even some that the members of the historical society had never even heard of before, such as Bethel, better known as Hogwaller, Las Palas, Walnut, Texas Park, Lon and others. This led to researching old maps from the LCHS’s collection of maps, as well as other places. All of this research resulted in a map of Lincoln County showing both the current towns and communities as well as those that no longer exist. The two-page color map is in the book. Some of the major Lincoln War

By Marilyn Burchett

Have you ever wondered about the people who lived in Lincoln County, other than Billy the Kid and those in the Lincoln County War? Now is your chance to find out. The Lincoln County Historical Society published such a book in 2012, titled “Lincoln County, New Mexico, Tells Its Stories”. This 498-page indexed book is chock full of stories and photos about people who lived in Lincoln County. It began seven years earlier when the Lincoln County Historical Society decided it wanted to collect as many stories as it could about the people who lived in Lincoln County at anytime from the past to the present. Word was spread throughout the county about collecting and publishing the stories. This took quite a while as Lincoln County is such a vast county, but eventually the stories started coming in. Some of the stories were hand-written, typed, on CDs, articles saved from old newspapers, or sent by email. We welcomed them all. Many people sent in several stories, talking about the various families. The word even spread to people in other states, some from Texas and California, and as far away as New York. People wanted the stories told about their ancestors and relatives from Lincoln County. Two women, Dana Kusianovich Henderson and Claire Boyd Fluharty, sent us a CD full of stories telling about growing up at Fort Stanton, called “Fort Stanton Children.” A couple of stories are about the first Anglo family in Lincoln County,

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Robert and Ellen Casey. There are also many stories about the Hispanics who already lived in Lincoln County real early as well as later, such as “The Man Who Created Lincoln County” – Captain Saturino Baca. Many of the families were homesteaders, with some of them losing their homesteads or ranches after living through some tough times in Lincoln County. It even contains stories about Billy the Kid, as he was mentioned in many of the family stories. Many other stories are also written by descendants of the participants of the Lincoln County War. The major-

Travel to Russia

Arm Chair Travel across Russia on the trans-Siberian Railroad Friday, Nov. 15, at 11 a.m., The Ruidoso Public Library hosts a trip to the other side of the globe from the comfort of 107 Kansas City Road. Library Assistant, Jennifer Stubbs, shares her amateur photos, from Saint Petersburg to Irkutsk. Have you wondered what it means to study abroad? Would you like to reminisce with fellow globe-trotters about cultureshock? If nature is more to your taste, the trip culminates at the deepest lake in the world. Lake Baikal is a UNESCO designated site and home to one-fifth of the planet’s

unfrozen fresh water. If you read Tom Clancy, Daniel Silva, or Ian Fleming, here is an opportunity to see Russia in 2003. Jennifer Stubbs spent about half a year in St. Petersburg, Russia, over the course of three exchange programs. Scholarships helped fund part of the journeys in 1996, 2001, and 2003. Host families and immersion language programs provided very deep and inclusive cultural education. Come enjoy a slice of life in 60 slides or less. Ruidoso Public Library is

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located at 107 Kansas City Road. Hours are: Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. www.youseemore.com/ ruidosopl/ or http://ruidosopubliclibrary.blogspot.com.

Connecting with the world of art

Do not miss this opportunity to enter the world of art. The White Mountain Art Connection, WMAC, is an art group formed under the auspices of Eastern New Mexico University-Ruidoso. WMAC sponsors an exhibit of student art work twice a year and would like to invite the general public to attend the “Fall 2013 Art Exhibit” beginning with a free reception from 6 - 8 p.m. on the evening of Tuesday, Nov. 18 located at the White Mountain Annex at 201 White Mountain Drive, Ruidoso. Thereafter, the exhibit will remain open and free to the public for viewing on weekdays only from Wednesday, Nov. 19 through Monday, Dec. 9. All entries in the exhibit are by current students of ENMU-Ruidoso and include: • Original paintings in oil, watercolor, pastel, acrylic and mixed media done by members of the Painting I, Plein Air and Masters Painting Classes, instructor Bruce DeFoor.

sites are marked on the map, as well as some of the old major ranches, such as the famous Block Ranch. Also Gary Cozzens did further research on the communities, ranches, landmarks and etc. and that is in a 31-page section at the front of the book, called “Lincoln County Communities”. The map is located between on page 32 between that section and the family stories. The “Lincoln County, New Mexico, Tells Its Stories” currently sells for $60, but it on sale now for $50 until the end of the year. It would make a great Christmas gift. The book can be purchased at the Ruidoso Chamber of Commerce, or at the Archives Department (Karen Mills) at the Lincoln County Courthouse in Carrizozo. It can also be ordered by calling Sadie Mann at 575-653-4272. For more information, contact Marilyn Burchett at marilynb@pvtnetworks.net or 575-653-4360.

• Original drawings in pencil, pen and ink, charcoal and colored pencil done by members of the Drawing I and Human Figure Drawing Classes, instructors, Bruce DeFoor and Marty Lane. • Photography done by members of the photography classes, instructor Leland DeFord. • Ceramic pottery and clay figures made by members of the Ceramics I, Ceramics II and Sculpting the Human Figure Classes, instructors Renee Bradley and Alan Miner. • Prints of work done at any time by any current ENMU student. Some of the works will be for sale and this is n opportunity to add wonderful, exciting pieces to your art collection at very reasonable prices. For further information, call Charmaine O’Rourke at 575-973-8490.

down the road can handle 170,” says Worrell who says campers come from Arizona, Texas as well as New Mexico. The Lone Tree Camp staff is excited to host its 12th Annual Silent and Live Auction Fundraiser Sunday Nov. 17 from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Our event is hosted at Fort Lone Tree in Capitan and for just $12.50 you get great food and an exciting live and silent auction. “We have close to 200 items this year from local businesses and guests can bid on a trip to Hawaii, Africa, Santa Fe or Albuquerque as well as golf packages, jewelry, home décor and much more,” says Shana Gardner, marketing and development director. The camps also have facilities at Elephant Butte (Lakeshore) and a mission focused camp near the Alamo Navajo Reservation west of Socorro. Fundraising activities are regularly planned to provide scholarships for campers who need financial assistance to experience the Lone Tree difference. All Lone Tree camps operate debt free. Lone Tree is a 501 c-3 corporation. Its mission statement declares the camp is committed to excellence in Christian camping, sharing the outdoors and adventure based activities in gentle, natural ways. Through personal relationships and attention, staff members are given opportunities to live

their faith before campers, treating them as special individuals. “This event benefits our James McDaniel Scholarship Fund and offers local students the opportunity to receive financial assistance to attend one of our summer camps. We were able to help more than 65 students this summer and hope to raise more funds this year for summer 2014,” Gardner said. Area restaurateurs, vendors and camp staff will provide a variety of dining choices from brisket to shrimp and guests will be able to eat as long as they choose. For directions: take Highway 246 (near the bank in Capitan) 4.2 miles to the Fort Lone Tree sign. Turn right on C006, drive 2 miles east to the second Fort Lone Tree sign. Turn left, head over the cattle guard and straight uphill one-half mile to camp headquarters where the event takes place. Phone 575-354-3322 to make reservations or 575-354-4265 for information.

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Weekly Featured Adoptable Pets This is Quint; a Brindle mix. He is about 11 months old and is a very smart boy. Quint is very social with other dogs, male and female, he is slightly kennel trained, and does great walking on a leash. He is very easy going, and is playful when the time calls for it. Quint is a good listener and would be easy to train. He is very sociable with people, and loves to play outside and go for long walks. Quint has been in our facility since September of this year. His adoption fee is $50 and it includes getting him neutered, a microchip, free pet insurance for 30 days,

and current on vaccinations. Sullivan is a 9 month old charcoal grey tabby. He is already neutered, and doesn’t mind cat friendly dogs. Sullivan has been in our shelter since May of this year. He is very social with people and loves to play with other cats and kittens. Sullivan’s adoption fee is $40.00 and it includes: current vaccinations, free pet insurance for 30 days, and a microchip. He very affectionate, and doesn’t mind being held or cuddled, in fact he really enjoys hanging out in our office to meet and greet all the new people and pets who come visit our facility.

Come and see our adoptable pets at 422 Gavilan Canyon Road or check out the rest of our adoptable pets at our new website at: www.petango.com/hslc

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Community news exchange of New Mexico NOVEMBER 8 Wastewater upgrade plan moves forward

GRANTS — City officials approved Oct. 31 a financial assistance application to the New Mexico Finance Authority to start the process of upgrading the wastewater treatment facility. According to Mayor Joe Murrietta, the plant was built nearly 23 years ago and the estimated life of one is from 20 to 25 years. “It’s about time we start looking into the project,” Murrietta said. The estimated cost now is anywhere from $8 million to $12 million, and the mayor said it will be done in phases. A few months ago the estimated cost was as high as $25 million, but Murrietta said at an Oct. 29 council meeting that the estimated cost would be much less. “Understand, it won’t be a completely

new facility, however, it will be a heck of an upgrade,” Murrietta added. Councilors approved the first step, an application for assistance, unanimously. The upgrade is expected to start within the next three to four years. — Cibola Beacon

Affordable Care Act assistance available

Hidalgo Medical Services Grant County and Gila Regional Medical Center, working with community partners, will host several Affordable Care Act enrollment fairs and events around the area. “One-on-one help will be available for Centennial Care (Medicaid) enrollment and health care guides for the New Mexico Insurance Exchange,” according to a news release. The fairs will be held on Nov. 9 and Nov. 23 at the Grant County Veterans’ Memorial

Ruidoso Magistrate Court SEPTEMBER 25

Suspended license

Steven Walker, 28, pled no contest to driving on a suspended license and no registration and was sentenced to 160 days unsupervised probation and charged $242 in fines and fees.

SEPTEMBER 26

Shoplifting

Jeffery Edward Stringer, Jr., 26, was found guilty of shoplifting, with unsupervised probation for 182 days and fees of $73.

Driving under the influence

Alvaro Villa, 22, pled guilty to counts of driving under the influence and no drivers license and was sentenced to a total of one year of supervised probation and levied $552 in fines and court fees. Lorenzo Uribe Regalado, 35, was sentenced to a year’s probation and charged $532 in fines and fees after pleading guilty to driving under the influence and speeding.

Probation violation

Robert V. Essary, 30, admitted to a probation violation and was ordered to serve 182 days in LCDC and will receive an unsatisfactory discharge from probation after the sentence is served. He was also given two years’ probation after release. Elias C. Rue, 20, also admitted to probation violation and had his probation revoked, being required to complete a Victory Outreach Treatment program. Sam Chino, 30, was ordered to serve a term at LCDC through Jan. 30, 2014 with the possibility of being furloughed to a treatment program after admitting to a probation violation.

Embezzlement

Brady Herring, 24, was found guilty of embezzlement and received a deferred sentence of 60 days unsupervised probation and charged $73 in court fees.

Littering

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Jill Yates, 46, pled no contest to littering and sentenced to 182 days probation and charged $73 in court fees.

Driving under the influence

Battery

Armando Barraza Villa, 62, was found guilty of driving under the influence and sentenced to a year of supervised probation while being levied for $241 in fees. James Kevin Bryant, 33, pled no contest to driving under the influence and was sentenced to two years’ probation and ordered to pay $741 in fines and fees.

Probation violation

Buddie Hirsch, 28, admitted to a probation violation and will be given an unsatisfactory discharge from probation once all fees are paid. Kelani Poncho, 24, also admitted to a probation violation and given a new sentence of 90 days in LCDC, with 364 days supervised probation.

Disorderly conduct

Rodney L. Simpson, 41, was charged $126 in fees and sentenced to 10 months at Lincoln County Detention Center after pleading guilty to disorderly conduct and concealing identity. He also pled guilty to aggravated DWI and open container and sentenced to an additional seven months’ confinement while being charged $802 in fines and fees.

No drivers’ license

Faustino E. Miranda, 38, was sentenced to 90 days unsupervised probation and charged $231 in fines and fees after being found guilty for driving without a drivers’ license.

OCTOBER 10

No drivers’ license

Santos Hernandez-Carillo, 43, pled no contest to driving without a license and was sentenced to 30 days’ unsupervised probation and ordered to pay $81 in court fees.

Concealing identity

Gonzalez Gonzales, 30, was sentenced to a 359 days of unsupervised probation and charged $226 in fines and fees after pleading no contest to concealing identity and resisting an officer.

OCTOBER 17

Selling to a minor

Gabriel Villanueva, 39, pled no contest to an attempt to sell or give alcoholic beverages to a minor and sentenced to a year or unsupervised probation and charged $73 in fees.

Resisting an officer

Robert Waylon Salas, 28, was sentenced to 10 months in LCDC and charged $73 in fees after being found guilty for resisting an officer.

Jose E. Porras-Srmiento, 47, was sentenced to two years probation and charged $73 in court fees after being found guilty of battery on a household member. Thomas A. Yahnahki, Jr., was found guilty of battery on a household member and given two years’ probation and ordered to pay $73 in court fees.

Criminal damage

Randall Eikanger, 31, pled no contest to the charge of criminal damage to property and sentenced to 90 days unsupervised probation and charged $73 in court fees.

OCTOBER 24

Intimidation

Jonathan Warren, 28, was found guilty of using a phone to threaten or intimidate and was sentenced to a year’s probation and charged $73 in court fees.

Battery and assault

Nathaniel A. Tejeda, 26, was found guilty of battery on a household member and sentenced to 2 years’ probation and charged $73 in court fees. Eduardo Lara, 41, was ordered to 32 days unsupervised probation and charged $73 in court fees after being found guilty of assault on a household member. Guillermo Jimenez, Jr., 53, pled no contest to a charge of battery and ordered to serve 96 days of probation and charged $126 in court fees.

No license

Annette Chavez, 45, was found guilty of driving without a license and sentenced to 357 days suspension and ordered to pay $381 in fines and fees.

Drug possession

Wesley Gonzales, 34, pled no contest to possession of marijuana and ordered to pay $148 in fines and fees, given credit for 15 days served at LCDC.

Probation violation

Crystal Silva, 24, admitted to violating probation and ordered to continue with probation conditions as originally imposed. She was also given credit for 83 days served at LCDC. Troy L. Warren, 47, was given credit for 75 days served at LCDC and given an unsatisfactory release after admitting to probation violation. Shanta Leander, 32, admitted to probation violation and ordered to continue with her probation, given credit for 83 days served at LCDC. The probation is extended to Aug. 4, 2014.

Business and Conference Center. The public is invited to attend free of charge. — Silver City Daily Press

NOVEMBER 7 Healthcare contract adjustments postponed

CARRIZOZO — The contractual agreement between Lincoln County and Presbyterian Healthcare Services for the operation and administration of county-owned healthcare delivery systems and facilities came up for renewal this week, and some changes were made. The contract covers leasing of the Lincoln County Medical Center including a four-year-old physical therapy building, the new physicians’ office building now formally named the Lincoln County Medical Complex, which will officially open later this month, the Lincoln County Emergency medical Services’ medical technicians, paramedics and ambulance services and the county-owned healthcare clinics in Carrizozo, Corona and Capitan. While Presbyterian has managed the hospital for 40 years, the standing 20-year contract was agreed upon in 2006 and is eligible for adjustments every five years. The county board opted to postpone adjustments to the lease in 2012 until after the purchase of land for the medical center’s expansion and until the new constructions were completed and assessed for value. Under the previous terms of the contract, Presbyterian paid the county $800,000 annually; the $800,000 gained by the county is used to support the county’s healthcare facility funding obligations. — Lincoln County News

Biker killed in collision with pickup truck

ROSWELL — A Roswell man, Chad Jessup, 37, died Nov. 6 following a crash between the motorcycle he was riding and a pickup on Highway 285. The New Mexico State Police reported that the 2009 black Harley-Davidson motorcycle collided with a 2000 tan Ford truck, which pulled onto the highway from a side road. The driver of the pickup, Martin Muñoz of Dexter, told officials he had just entered U.S. Highway 285 eastbound on Darby Road and crossed the median to turn northbound when he felt something strike his vehicle from the rear. The State Police investigation determined the Harley-Davidson was driving northbound and collided with the truck. Jessup was thrown from the motorcycle, landing on the roadway. He succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead on the scene. Jessup was a member of the Guerreros Riders. He had a wife and two children. Jessup participated in the Casa Toy Run in 2011 and was supposed to ride in this year’s Casa Toy Drive. State Police ruled that one of the contributing factors in this crash has been identified as driver inattention. Sgt. Roberto Diaz said the truck exhibited a large amount of dam-

age, which could indicate excessive speed on the part of the motorcycle, but agreed that he did not believe the truck driver saw the motorcycle. The case is still under investigation, with results pending an autopsy. — Roswell Daily Record

School bond passes by a 5-to-1 margin

LOVINGTON — Lovington School District voters approved $35 million in general obligation bonds during a Nov. 5 special election by a five-to-one margin. Unofficially, voters cast 441 votes for the bond, while 85 opposed the measure. There was a nine percent increase in voter turnout compared to the last school election. The school board is poised to move ahead with what it is calling “critical needs” by constructing new classrooms, improving traffic flow at each school by building pull-through areas and parking, expanding and remodeling the Arts and Vocation/Agriculture facilities and update and expand sports facilities. — Lovington Leader

Town doubles parking fines, meter fee

TAOS — Facilities director Steve Kennebeck pointed out a problem with each parking meter he passed while walking along a downtown street. Several meters were completely broken or were missing a mechanism to accept coins. One meter only accepted two hours of payment at a time while the one next to it accepted four hours. What Kennebeck calls an “inconsistent” and “unreliable” parking situation has prompted the town of Taos to buy more than 240 secondhand meters and double the cost of hourly parking downtown. Officials call the overhaul a “bargain” and say it will generate money for downtown improvements. But some merchants worry the increases will anger visitors who already complain about parking costs. — The Taos News

NOVEMBER 5 Study suggests formation of hospital district

LOVINGTON — For the last several months, the Lea County Commission has taken up the cause of trying to improve health care services in the area. The monthlong study was conducted by Howard Gershon of the New Heights Group of Albuquerque. On Oct. 31, Gershon presented the findings of the study to the commission and ultimately made the recommendation that the city of Hobbs from its own hospital district. That recommendation came as a direct result of three goals that came out of the study – improving the supply of clinicians, retaining a greater share of hospital business in Lea County, and encouraging the coordinated development of new and existing comprehensive health care system. — Lovington Leader

Fast food dieting Copyright © 2013 Jay McKittrick I’ve been on a fast food diet for about a week now, and let me just say that it’s really working out well. Here’s what I’m doing: I eat all the French fries, but I give the last bite of my cheese burger to the dog – it’s that simple. I haven’t lost any weight to brag about, but I’ve been getting licked a lot more, and I don’t feel guilty. Of course the cat keeps meowing, “order a Filet-O-Fish, so I can diet with you guys.” But the other night, I had the pleasure of watching a movie called “Super Size Me.” If you haven’t seen the movie yet, I highly recommend it – it’s both entertaining

and informative. It’s about this guy who experiments with eating nothing but McDonalds (three meals a day) for one month. Can you imagine what happens next? Yep! You guessed it. He rapidly gains weight and experiences noticeable changes to his attitude and general health. Well… No duh, stupid! Even I could tell you that would happen, but then common sense would suggest that you can’t just eat McDonalds food and expect to get into shape. You have to eat at the other fast food restaurants also! That’s why God generously provides the American people with Wendy’s, Carls Jr., Burger King, Jack in the Box, Sonic and

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In-N-Out Burger for the other six days a week that they need to eat. Of course there is always the option of eating at A&W, Dairy Queen and Blake’s Lotaburger in those months that have more than 28 days. Now I’m not a nutritionist, but I believe they call that dietary diversification. Individual results may vary.

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Nov. 13 through Nov. 19 WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 13 Pre-school Story Time, Ruidoso Public Library, 107 Kansas City Road, 10:30 a.m. This week: Stories about books; Make a paperbag book. 575258-3704. Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club, Club 49, Inn of the Mountain Gods, 7 p.m. Professional comedians will perform live every Wednesday night. $5 admission. Must be 21 or older to attend. 575-464-7053. Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso, 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. THURSDAY NOVEMBER 14 Tiny Tots Program, Ruidoso Public Library, 107 Kansas City Road, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. For infants and children through 3 years old. Programs can include: stories, dance, music, free play and sometimes a craft. Mark Kashmar, country blues, Café Rio, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Karaoke with DJ Pete, Cree Meadows Lounge, 6 - 11 p.m. All-you-can-eat taco bar from 6 - 9 p.m. Open to the public. Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso, 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.

at Casa Blanca Restaurant, Mechem Dr., 6 p.m. Open Mic Night, Sacred Grounds, 2825 Sudderth in the Boulder Plaza, 6:30 - 8 p.m. Hosted by Tradd Tidwell. 575-257-2273; www.sacredgroundscoffee.net. Free. Michael Beyer performs older songs and jazz at Kokopelli Country Club in Alto from 7 - 10 p.m. Karaoke at The Elks Lodge on Highway 70, next to the Ruidoso Emporium, at 7 p.m. Southbound 35, Country, Club 49 at Inn of the Mountain Gods, 8 p.m. Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso, 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.

p.m. This week: “History of Ruidoso Downs.” 575-378-4142; www.hubbardmuseum.org/ schedule-of-events. Free with admission. Susan Kolb performs at Tina’s Cafe, dinner reservations recommended. 257-8930. Mike Sanjku performs in Wendell’s Restaurant at the Inn of the Mountain Gods, 5 10 p.m. Mark Remington performs at the Swiss Chalet Inn, Mechem Dr., 6 p.m. Free movie “Together,” Sacred Grounds, 2825 Sudderth Dr., 6:30 - 9 p.m. Violin prodigy Xiaochun and his father head to Beijing seeking fame and fortune and they discover a fierce world of cutthroat ambition. But when Xiaochun is adopted by a famous music tutor, success finally seems within reach until a shocking discovery begins to unravel his entire world and the boy must make the most difficult choice of his life. Can he achieve the fame his father had always hoped for without losing the extraordinary passion that sets him apart? 575-257-2273. Comedian Jay McKittrick with musical guest Charlie Elmer, Ruidoso High School Performing Arts Center, 125 Warrior Dr., 7 - 9 p.m. A benefit for Laughing Eyes Kennels. There will also be a silent auction with proceeds also going to the Laughing Eyes Kennels. Jay McKittrick is a local come-

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 16 Medicare Information Program, Capitan Public Library, 101 E. 2nd St., 10:30 11:30 a.m. This program will help seniors understand: how Medicare works; what is covered and what is not; the difference between a Medicare supplement and a Medicare Advantage Plan; how does Medicare Part D work and do you need it; what type of protection do you have from the high costs of long-term illness. 575-354-3035. Free. FRIDAY Hubbard Museum/ENMUNOVEMBER 15 Ruidoso lecture series on Susan Kolb performs at Ti- Lincoln County history, at na’s Cafe, dinner reservations the museum, 26301 Highway 70 West, Ruidoso Downs, 2 recommended. 257-8930. Rotary Enchilada Dinner & Bingo, Ruidoso Convention Center, 5 - 8 p.m. This is the first Rotary Club’s “Not Your Same Ol’ Enchilada Dinner” Ruidoso River Museum - Open at which will feature Bingo. Enjoy 101 Mechem Drive. Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 the enchiladas and maybe win p.m. Thurs. - Mon. Admission is $5 for money playing Bingo. 257adults and $2 for children. 7395 or 575-258-0059. Tickets Simulcast Horse Racing at Billy the are $8 for adults and $4 for Kid’s Race Book at Ruidoso Downs Race children. Track & Casino. Simulcast races are shown live from across the country and Mike Sanjku performs in betting windows are open to place your Wendell’s Restaurant at the wager. Billy’s Race Book also serves Inn of the Mountain Gods, 5 delicious food and has a full bar. If you 10 p.m. love horse racing, it is the place to go. Terry Bullard Band perSmokey Bear Park is open in forms at Cree Meadows CounCapitan, located on Highway 380. Open try Club, 5:30 - 8 p.m. Friday every day of the year except Thanksgivnight fish fry. ing, Christmas, and New Year’s day. $2 Mark Remington perfor adults, $1 for children 7-12. Chilforms at the Swiss Chalet Inn, dren 6 and under are free. Smokey Bear Mechem Dr., 6 p.m. The Eliminators perform

dian who has been applauded by audiences of all diversities for his uproarious stories and observational humor. Musician Charlie Elmer is a local folk singer and acoustic guitarist. Laughing Eyes Kennels is a nonprofit organization in Lincoln County providing service dogs for persons disabled by conditions affecting their mobility and psychiatric wellness. Tickets are $20 and can be bought at the door or at Ruidoso Chamber of Commerce. The Eliminators perform at Casa Blanca Restaurant, 7 - 9 p.m. Michael Beyer performs older songs and jazz at Kokopelli Country Club in Alto from 7 - 10 p.m. Broadway Revisited with Dale Kristien and Bill Hutton, Spencer Theater, 108 Spencer Rd., Alto, 8 - 10 p.m. Broadway legends Dale Kristien and Bill Hutton present an evening of music from their distinguished careers as well as a selection of their favorite songs from other great Broadway musicals including, “Think of Me,” “The Music of the Night,” “All I Ask of You,” “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Close Every Door” and “Any Dream Will Do.” Kristien is best known for playing Christine Daae in “Phantom of the Opera”. She played the part more than any other actress, beginning on Broadway with Michael Crawford. Hutton garnered a Tony nomination

for creating the role of Joseph in “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” on Broadway. There will be a Chipotle Glazed Ham Buffet at 6 p.m. ($20). 575-336-4800; spencertheater.com. Tickets for the performance are $66 or $69. Southbound 35, Country, Club 49 at Inn of the Mountain Gods, 8 p.m. Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso, 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. SUNDAY NOVEMBER 17 Lone Tree Camps Fall Fundraiser, Capitan, 5 - 8 p.m. For a great cause: Silent and live auctions, raffle prizes and incredible food. Proceeds benefit camp scholarships and special camp projects. 575-354-3322; www.lonetreecamps.org. $12.50 per person Full Moon Gathering & Labyrinth Walk, High Mesa Healing Center, 133 Mader Lane, Alto, 6:30 - 9 p.m. Celebrate the full moon with a drumming circle and labyrinth walk. Walking a labyrinth is effective for reducing anxiety and producing what is called the relaxation response, which can lower blood pressure and breathing rates and decrease chronic pain. It can also help with conflict resolution, grief and depression. 575-3367777; www.highmesahealing. com. Free.

Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso, 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. MONDAY NOVEMBER 18 Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso, 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. TUESDAY NOVEMBER 19 Jesus, Mommy & Me. Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 1120 Hull Rd., Tuesday mornings, 9:30-11 a.m. for preschool-aged children. Bible story, songs, finger plays, craft/art/learning activities and snack. No fee. 575-2584191. Business After Hours, Cree Meadows Country Club, 5 - 7 p.m. Open House, serving warm holiday beverages, delicious holiday sampler, complimentary wine and cash bar. Prizes will be given away, including one year Cree Meadows Country Club Membership; a 3-day, 2-night Las Vegas Trip and four other prizes. 575-257-7395. Everyone is welcome. Live music at WPS in Midtown Ruidoso, 8:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m.

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The Word of God is absolutely amazing, life changing, invigorating, beautiful, powerful, endearing, enduring, enabling, and in every way rewarding to those who would willingly allow Him to search us out and read us. Wait Phil, you messed up that last sentence. You were talking about reading Phil Appel the Bible, right? But phillip.appel@thefootofthecross.org then you referred to it as “Him” and you said that He reads us? Yes, the Word is a Him. It is THE HIM, Jesus! And ideally, we make ourselves so available to His leading that we allow Him to read us, interpret us. Hebrews tells us that the Word of God is alive and active and sharper than any two edged sword. It goes on to say that the Word discerns the thoughts and intents of our hearts. Wow, no book on the Oprah list can claim that! This Living Word actually reads us as we read and live through Him. So as we read Him, He reads us and even re-writes us. We are literally called His living epistles. Friends, I want to ask you some very personal and honest questions today: Are you growing a little cold in your faith? Are there areas in your life that you have all but given up on God changing? Well, today is the day to offer those questions up to God and expect that He can and will answer them for you in very real ways. The Word of God, Jesus, does not want to be an esoteric concept in your life. He wants to be your real, tangible, Provider, Savior, Confidant, and the closest companion you have ever known. He wants to help you and heal you and just spend time with you. In other words, He doesn’t just love you, he LIKES you! So take some time and relax into the arms of your Savior Jesus today. Open up His Word and let Him open up a fresh perspective on your life. Don’t just read the words, let the Word read you!

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evangelism and reaching out to new folks who have moved Football is running wild all across the nation. Johnny in to the community. Football is continuing his unbelievable exploits on the The successful pastors fit their ministry to the football field. The great players in the pro ranks are still community that God has given to them. I am speaking accomplishing records in passing, running, and catching. of the methodologies. The message is unchanging but Some coaches are extending their winning records. Some the methods change according to the make up of the coaches are changing positions and schools because of community. Take a look at the success of the “cowboy success or lack of the same. churches” that have sprung up in the ranching and farming I am always amazed at the fluidity of the football coaches. Some are here today, and then, gone tomorrow. areas of our land. Some churches have learned that “feed The coaches that stay in a school for many years are few and them and they will come.” far between. I watch Mac Brown at the University of Texas. Of course, the important thing is to feed the Word of I watched Tom Landry with the Cowboys. I have watched God to the people. The important thing is to minister the some high school coaches stay for a long time in a school. Love of God to the people. The important thing is to equip Some coaches find a home and others are looking for a the people and train them to do the Work of God in the home. But, mainly, most coaches are really trying to climb community. In all of this, the Will of God is accomplished. the ladder of success. The same thing is true for pastors. You hardly ever see a successful pastor in a large church, move to a small church. But, you see many pastors who have success in small churches moving on up to the big time. I am not sure that many coaches pray and seek God’s will for a move to another coaching job. But, I hope that pastors pray and seek God’s will for a move to another church. CHURCH SERVICES College and university Sunday School 9:45 AM WayneJoyce.com Morning Worship 10:45 AM coaches recruit to the Sunday Night 6:00 PM Listen or Download FREE best of their abilities. Wednesday Night 7:00 PM Professional coaches bid in a monetary way for players RUIDOSO BAPTIST CHURCH that they want. High school Teaching you Chapter by Chapter & Verse by Verse. coaches, basically, must produce a team with the 126 Church Drive • Ruidoso, NM • 575-378-4174 players that are available. Next to Family Vision Center on Mescalero Drive Pastors have the ability to Plenty of Parking! recruit members through

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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, preaching minister Church of Christ - Capitan Highway 48. Joshua Watkins, preaching minister CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST LDS Church of Jesus Christ LDS Ruidoso Ward, 1091 Mechem Bishop Melvin Jenson, 258-1253 Church of Jesus Christ LDS Mescalero Branch, Mormon Missionaries 3172375 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 EVANGELICAL The Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Church 1035 Mechem Dr. 258-8594 FOURSQUARE Capitan Foresquare Church Hwy 48, Capitan. Harold W. Perry, Pastor, 9377383 FULL GOSPEL Mission Fountain of Living Water San Patricio Full Gospel Church Seed of Faith Fellowship, 517 West Smokey Bear Blvd, Capitan. Pastor Beverly Sills, 973-3721. 6 p.m. Sundays & Wednesdays, pastorbev1@ gmail.com JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES Jehovah’s Witness - Ruidoso Kingdom Hall 1102 Gavilan Canyon Rd., 3364147, 257-7714 Congregacion Hispana de los Testigos de Jehova 1102 Gavilan Canyon Rd., 336-4147, 378-7095 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. Judy Shema, pastor. 257-4170 Capitan United Methodist Church Pastor Jean Riley and the congregation of Capitan United Methodist. White Oaks and Third in

Capitan. 354-2288 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 AndersonFreeman Visitor’s Center in Lincoln. For details, 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 The 1st Iglesia Apostollca de la Fe en Cristo Jesus 613 Sudderth Dr. Suite D, Ruidoso. 257-

8053. Pastor Alex Castillo 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, 3784161. Pastor Chuck Workman, 575-636-3773; 1st Elder Manuel Maya 937-4487 SPANISH SERVICES Iglesia del Nazareno Angus Church, 12 mi north of Ruidoso on Hwy 48. Marco Sanchez, Pastor. 336-8032

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. Pastor John Marshall 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. 258-1388. www. churchoutofchurch.com. Keepin’ it simple ... Keepin’ it real! Cornerstone Church Cornerstone Square, 613 Sudderth Drive, 2579265. John & Joy Wyatt, Pastors Foot of the Cross Christian Ministries, 2812 Sudderth (Pine Tree Shopping Center) Pastor, Phil Appel. For more info please call 937-8677 or visit our website at www.thefootofthecross.org Grace Harvest Church 1108 Gavilan Canyon Rd, 336-4213 Iglesia Bautista “Vida Eterna” Pastor Rev, Ramon Robledo. 207 East Circle, Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346, 361 E. Hwy. 70, 3788108. 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 Open Circle - High Mesa Healing Center, Sundays, 10-11 a.m. Call 575-336-7777 for information Pacto Viviente 25974 Highway 70, la iglesia “J Bar J” en la granja roja. Domingos 12:30 p.m., Jueves 7 p.m. 937-6664. Es un lugar de familia, amistades y de crecimiento spiritual Racetrack Chapel Horseman’s Entrance, Hwy 70, 378-7264. Chaplain Darrell Winter 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

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Obituary

November 13, 2013

Edward “Eddie Joe” Josiah Foster, Jr.

Edward Josiah Foster, Jr., 77, was blessed by the Lord’s angels and whisked away to Glory Land Monday, Nov. 11, following a short stay in the hospital. Eddie Joe was born in Artesia to Edward Josiah Foster, “Joe” and Birda Ann (Hastings) Foster July 27, 1936. Eddie Joe’s family moved to Lockney, Texas where he started as a freshman at Lockney High School. While only a sophomore, he began an everlasting love, for the love of his life, in Elizabeth Ann (Belt). Following high school Eddie Joe attended Southern Methodist University where he was a member of Phi Delta Theta. After the first year he transferred to Texas Tech University where he needed to protect his interest in Ann. They were married while attending college. Eddie graduated with a Bachelors of Business Administration in Accounting. Eddie Joe was a hard worker in every aspect of his life. While at Texas Tech University he was the president of the Air Force ROTC. Following college he served in the Air Force as a Second Lt. in the payroll accounting division stationed at Sheppard Air Force Base and Chennault Air Force Base. While in Lake Charles Louisiana Eddie was the state treasurer for the Louisiana Jaycees. After an honorable discharge he and Ann moved back to Lockney with

two sons, David Alan and Edward Josiah III (Jody), where he started a life of farming, raising cattle and soon after added two daughters, Melanie Ann and Karyn Maye. His drive for serving others and his community didn’t stop there, Eddie was a long time member of the Floyd County Fair and served as president, officer of the Lions Club, and then the work really began once his children became members of 4-H. Eddie touched many young people’s lives while an adult leader for Floyd County 4-H and presided as president of the Floyd County junior livestock show association. He also coached many baseball and basketball teams. He served nine years on the Lockney Independent School Board as a trustee and president. Once his sons had finished college the challenges kept coming. His drive to excel was evident as the family embarked into the cotton ginning industry, D&J Gin, and served as a director for the Texas Independent Ginners Association. Eddie Joe enjoyed a “good argument” but more so, he enjoyed spending time getting to know people. He would take the time to really get to know you. Eddie is survived by his wife Ann Foster, two sons, David and wife Dar Lee (McPherson) Foster, Jody and

wife Shawnda Ann (Brock) Foster, two daughters, Melanie Foster and Karyn Murray. Five grandchildren, Addie Lee Foster, Elizabeth Senee’ Foster, William David Foster, Segale Rose Foster, and SyAnn McKay Foster. Preceded in death were his parents and a sister Betty Jean Steelman, and a grandson Luke Foster. 2nd Timothy 4:6-8 – For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. Titus 1:8 – But a lover of hospitality, a lover of good men, sober, just, holy, temperate. Psalms 23 Family visitation will be Wednesday, Nov. 13, 5 - 7 p.m. at Moore-Rose Funeral Home, Lockney, Texas. Services Thursday 2 p.m., Nov. 14, Main Street Church of Christ, Lockney. Memorials: Lubbock Children’s Home, Main Street Church of Christ, or a special Charity of your choice.

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120 LEGAL NOTICES REGION IX EDUCATION COOPERATIVE COORDINATING COUNCIL MEETING - Thursday, November 21, 2013, 9:00 a.m. – REC IX, Executive Director’s Office. The meeting is open to the public. Agenda items include: Review and approval of Annual Audit, Fiscal Budget, Budget Adjustments, IGA’s, Travel, and Employment Recommendations. The agenda can be downloaded from our website, rec9nm.org, 72 hours before the meeting. In accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act, community members are requested to contact Mary Reeve at (575) 2572368, if public accommodations are needed. /s/ Mary Reeve, Executive Director RESOLUTION NO. 2013/2014-02 ELECTION NOTICE WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of Alpine Village Sanitation District in the County of Lincoln and the State of New Mexico has determined to submit to a vote selection of one director, Position 3, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE GOVERNING BODY (I.E., THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS) OF ALPINE VILLAGE SANITATION DISTRICT: Section 1. In compliance with Section 73-21-14 NMSA 1978, an election shall be held in Alpine Village Sanitation District at 114 Alpine Meadows Trail on Tuesday, January 14, 2014, at which time there shall be submitted to the taxpaying electors of Alpine Village a slate of persons interested in becoming a member of the Board of Directors to Alpine Village Sanitation District, Position 3. Section 2. Position 3 shall have a term of six (6) years beginning January 15, 2014. Section 3. Nominations for places on the ballot for Board Position 3 must be filed with the Secretary of the Board, Cheryl Knobel, Post Office Box 699, Ruidoso, NM 88355 on or before November 14, 2013. Section 4. The polls for said election will be opened at 10:00 a.m. on the day of said election and will be closed at 7:00 p.m. Each voter, except absentee voters, will cast his or her ballot at the polling place. Section 5. The election committee shall receive no ballot unless the person offering to vote is a taxpaying elector of Alpine Village Sanitation District. A “taxpaying elector” means a person, qualified to vote at general elections in the State, who either has paid or incurred a general tax liability on real property within the District in the twelve months immediately preceding the election or who is purchasing real property within the district under a real estate contract where a property tax has been paid or incurred on the real property in the twelve months immediately preceding the election. Section 6. Absentee voting will be permitted by following the instructions on the absentee ballots sent out to non-resident electors who reside in the State of New Mexico. Absentee ballots will be mailed to all New Mexico residents who wish to vote in the election prior to the January election. However, at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, January 13, 2014 (the day before the election), the secretary is required to destroy all unused absentee ballots. In accordance with Sections 1-6-1 through 1-6-18 NMSA 1978, the completed official mailing envelope containing the absentee ballots will be accepted until 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January

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I’d Go Wireless, your local Verizon Wireless Premium Retail in Ruidoso is now accepting applications for a friendly, outgoing, professional Sales Manager/Customer Sales & Service Rep. Sales experience a plus. Will train. Please inquire in person at 26126 US Highway 70, Ruidoso, NM. EMPLOYMENT NOTICE Lincoln County is now accepting applications for the position of PART TIME TRANSPORT OFFICER until filled in the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Department, located in Carrizozo, New Mexico. Applicant must be 18 years or over, must possess a valid NM Drivers License, have a high school diploma or GED, and have no felony convictions. Applicant should have experience in restraint and transportation of prisoners. Prior Law enforcement experience preferred. Employment will be condition upon applicant’s successful completion of a physical examination and substance abuse test. Obtain application and job description from Billie-Jo Guevara at 575/648-2385 ext. 100. Applications accepted until 5:00 p.m., November 15, 2013. Lincoln County, Equal Opportunity Employer and in Compliance with ADA Requirements, Title II-A.

Water/Wastewater Operator II for the City of Ruidoso Downs Public Works Department Starting pay $12.12 hr. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 29, 2013. Complete job description and application at the City of Ruidoso Downs, 123 Downs Drive, Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346. Phone 575-378-4422 or Fax 575-378-4586. Website www.ruidosodowns.us “Drug free Workplace” EEOE. 14, 2014 so that they can be counted with the election tally on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 (election day). PASSED, ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED this October 7, 2013. /s/ William Hanson, President /s/ Cheryl Knobel, Secretary

130 EMPLOYMENT NOTICE OF EMPLOYMENT. The town of Carrizozo is seeking applications for a full-time New Mexico Certified Police Officer or eligible to certify by waiver. Salary starts at $16.50hr. plus health insurance and retirement. Complete job description and applications are available at the Town of Carrizozo City Hall, 400 9th St., P.O. Box 247, Carrizozo, NM 88301. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please mail completed applications along with resume to Town of Carrizozo, P.O. Box 828, Carrizozo, NM 88301 Att: Chief Barnett or deliver them to 404 Central St., Carrizozo, NM 88301. Phone # 575-648-2351 E-mail: carrizozopolice@tularosa.net

140 GENERAL HELP WANTED CONSTRUCTION LABORER NEEDED. Call Jim 575-808-1959.

SALES AND OFFICE POSITION. Mature/Apply in person at Dale’s Furniture. 1 mi. east of racetrack on Hwy 70, Ruidoso Downs. THE BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF SIERRA BLANCA has part-time openings for after school program aides. You must have a passion for working with kids, be energetic, be able to pass a background and drug test. Applications are available at 134 Reese Drive. 378-808-8338. EXPERIENCED TOW TRUCK DRIVER wanted. Experienced only – apply in person Sierra Blanca Collision Center 201 Hwy70 W next to Dollar Tree. NAVY RESERVE HIRING in all fields. Serve part-time. Paid training & potential sign-on bonus. Great benefits. $ for school. Call Mon-Fri (800) 354-9627 $1500 SIGN-ON BONUS for experienced CDL-A drivers. Get home often & earn 38 cpm. Excellent benefits & CSA friendly equipment. Call 855430-8869. Paid training for CDL-A school recent grads and drivers with limited experience. Apply online at AverittCareers.com. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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310 MISCELLANEOUS TOPSOIL FOR SALE. Please call 575-937-3015 KOKOPELLI FULL GOLF MEMBERSHIP for sale. 512-401-9601 HONDA WALK-BEHIND SNOW BLOWER $600. Commercial concrete roof tiles 2 styles $1,500 each. 95’ Nissan Sentra real clean, good body, needs engine and starter - 86’ Subaru GL4 for parts. 354-0468 or 937-7611 TOPSOIL FOR SALE. Please call 575-937-3092.

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323 HEATH DRIVE – FURN 3 BDR, 2 BA (showers only) with knotty pine walls & wood floors. Approx. 1337 sq.ft. $975/Mo + utilities. 111 FIR – UNF 2 BDR, 2 BA. Approx 1168 sq.ft. Pets ok with owner approval. $800/ Mo + utilities. (On the Market - Subject to showing with a lawful 30-day notice) 962 GAVILAN CANYON – UNF 2 BDR, 2 BA. Approx. 1070 sq.ft. $975/Mo + utilities. 964 GAVILAN CANYON – UNF 2 BDR, 2 BA. Approx. 1011 sq.ft. $975/Mo + utilities. 114 LARCH – UNF 3 BDR, 2 BA. Approx. 1326 sq.ft. $1050/Mo + utilities.

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