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Immigration advocates let down Rising deportations and lack of action to legalize the estimated 11 million undocumented immigrants in the country frustrate those seeking reform. PAGE C-1

As New Mexico ramps up efforts to combat prescription drug abuse, rule makers try to strike a balance between public protection and care for patients with real need

Memo: Horse program in trouble The head of the federal Wild Horse and Burro Division recommends sterilization and euthanasia on the range as alternatives to costly roundups. PAGE C-1

Pollster: Session did little to boost those vying for governor’s seat

By Steve Terrell The New Mexican

In an election year with an incumbent governor seeking re-election and two sitting state senators among the candidates who want the job themselves, political watchers might have expected to see 30 days of jousting for headlines during the legislative session that ended last week.

And there was some of that. One of the Democratic candidates, Sen. Linda Lopez, as chairwoman of the Senate Rules Committee, was at the center of several days of controversy-filled hearings — on the contentious Downs Racetrack & Casino lease at the state Susana fairgrounds in Albuquerque and on the Martinez nomination of Hanna Skandera for public education secretary. The hearings were aimed squarely at Republican Gov. Susana Martinez’s administration, which labeled them as “petty political sideshows.”

Another Democratic candidate, Sen. Howie Morales of Silver City, maintained a relatively low-key presence during the session, and the other Democratic gubernatorial contenders were rarely heard from, except for some committee appearances by Attorney General Gary King and occasional tweets from Alan Webber and Lawrence Rael.

As for Martinez, she was virtually invisible during the session — at least inside the Roundhouse.

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Obituaries Charlie C. Anaya, 80, Stanley, Jan. 24 Ernestine Valdez Babcock, 83, Feb. 19 George Nicholas Buffington, 87, Santa Fe, Nov. 9

Betty R. Caldwell, 83, Santa Fe, Feb. 12 Douglas Warren Fraser, 72, Feb. 15 Alfonso (Fonzie) Maes, 77, Pecos, Feb. 18 Robert P. Maes, 92, Santa Fe, Feb. 20

Ramon N. Montoya, 91, Santa Fe, Feb. 19 Philip M. Smith, Santa Fe, Feb. 16 Lesli Surette, Santa Fe, Feb. 15

TOP: Laura, who requested her last name not be published, has tried to ease the pain of rheumatoid arthritis with massage, acupuncture and surgeries on her hands and feet, but she has found that opioid medications are essential. ‘I consider the medications such an incredible blessing,’ she said.

We have two “ public health crises: One is chronic pain, and the other arose because of our attempt to treat chronic pain.”

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eth Leopold slammed into the edge of a door when she was 10, causing permanent nerve damage to her face.

In the decades since, she has met with neurologists and pain specialists. She’s tried surgeries, self-hypnosis and meditation. She even learned to coax herself to sleep to deal with the constant, piercing pain. She compares it to an ice-cream headache that won’t go away.

She’s found that opioid medications, such as oxycodone, help deaden her pain. They worked well enough that Leopold, 62, could work full-time, writing and editing for a state agency, until she retired last year.

But getting doctors to write prescriptions for these narcotics — and then getting pharmacies to fill them — has become an increasing challenge for many patients as medical professionals and state regulators weigh the risks of addiction and overdose.

“When I was young, I was treated as a drug seeker,” said Leopold, who lives in Santa Fe. “I’m getting that same vibe now.”

New Mexico is becoming a national leader in its efforts to deter prescription drug abuse,

u A look at how telemedicine at The University of New Mexico is helping treat pain for patients around the state.

but some worry the lengths the state has gone — with stricter requirements for health care providers and increased scrutiny on prescriptions — are making it too difficult for patients with chronic pain to get the medicine they need.

Rise in painkiller deaths New Mexico has a reason to be cautious.

The state has led the country in drug overdose deaths per capita since the 1990s. Its rate typically has been twice the national average.

In 2010, the most recent year for state comparisons, New Mexico was ranked second in the nation for the number of drug overdose deaths per capita, including fatalities from heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine and prescription drugs, according to the New Mexico Department of Health.

For many years, heroin was the No. 1 contributor to drug overdoses in New Mexico.

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Stick-on privacy An architect finds a creative solution for guest houses in close quarters.

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Kids with seizures turn to pot oil for relief Girl’s story inspires others to move to states where ailing children can try medical cannabis called Charlotte’s Web

By Nicholas Riccardi The Associated Press

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — The doctors were out of ideas to help 5-yearold Charlotte Figi.

Suffering from a rare genetic disorder, she had as many as 300 grand mal seizures a week, used a wheelchair, went into repeated cardiac arrest and could barely speak. As a last resort, her mother began calling medical marijuana shops.

Two years later, Charlotte is largely seizure-free and able to walk, talk and feed

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herself after taking oil infused with a special pot strain. Her recovery has inspired both a name for the strain of marijuana she takes that is bred not to make users high — Charlotte’s Web — and an influx of families with seizure-stricken children to Colorado from states that ban the drug.

“She can walk, talk; she ate chile in the car,” her mother, Paige Figi, said as her dark-haired daughter strolled through a cavernous greenhouse full of marijuana plants that will later be broken down

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Maria von Trapp of ‘Sound of Music’ fame dies at 99 STOWE, Vt. — Maria von Trapp, a member of the musical family whose escape from Nazioccupied Austria was the basis for The Sound of Music, died this week, her brother said.

Von Trapp, 99, died Tuesday at her home in Vermont, Johannes von Trapp said.

“She was a lovely woman who was one of the few truly good people,” he said.

Maria von Maria von Trapp was the last surviving member of the Trapp seven original Trapp Family Singers made famous in The Sound of Music. Their story was turned into the film and Broadway musical.

After India farm suicides, families inherit debt BOLLIKUNTA, India — A current of dread runs through the farmland in India. In Andhra Pradesh, the suicide rate among farmers is nearly three times the national average; since 1995, the number of suicides by India’s farmers has passed 290,000, according to the national crime records bureau. India’s small farmers, once the country’s economic backbone, are increasingly being left behind. With global competition and rising costs cutting into their lean profits, their ranks are dwindling, as is their contribution to the gross domestic product.

Even death brings no release: When farmers take their own lives, their debts pass from husband to widow, from father to children.

Spain convicts woman of inciting terror over Twitter MADRID — The line between youthful rebelliousness and something more dangerous is not always clear. But in her angry musings on Twitter, Alba González Camacho, 21, who describes herself as a “very normal girl,” sailed across it. After she posted messages calling for a far-left terrorist organization to return to arms and kill politicians, Spain’s national court convicted her of inciting terrorism using a social media network, the first verdict of its kind. She was sentenced to one year in prison, but will avoid jail time under a plea bargain. González Camacho, a student in southern Spain, says she is unaffiliated with any political organization.

Obama to propose shift in wildfire funding WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama’s upcoming budget will include a proposal to change the way the federal government pays to fight wildfires, a White House official said Saturday.

The proposal is part of the White House’s effort to ramp up its focus on what officials say are the growing impacts of climate change.

The president will discuss the proposal Monday during a meeting with Western governors from states impacted by wildfires and drought.

Obama wants the Interior and Agriculture Departments, the two agencies tasked with fighting wildfires, to be able to draw funds from a special disaster account when the cost of tackling fires exceeds their annual budget. That’s the same approach the federal government currently takes when responding to hurricanes and tornadoes.

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A dog named Daisy and its owner are stopped by police officers last month in Naples, Italy. The officers were handing out fines to pet owners who did not pick up after their pets. GIANNI CIPRIANO/THE NEW YORK TIMES

Naples bags dog-doo scofflaws with DNA Officials begin campaign to track down owners who do not pick up after pets

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APLES, Italy — Problems? Yes, conceded Tommaso Sodano, the vice mayor here, Naples has problems. Unpaid debts have reportedly topped $2 billion. Many streets are pocked with potholes. The Police Department is underfunded, organized crime operates like a shadow state, and illegal dumps are scattered around what is still a grittily beautiful port city.

And then there is what dogs leave behind on the sidewalks.

Naples has no shortage of that, either. Yet to the surprise of some people, including more than a few Neapolitans, the municipal administration is trying to stake out a reputation as a civic innovator by positioning Naples at the cutting edge of dog-waste eradication. By taking DNA samples. Of dogs.

“I know some people find it funny,” Sodano said, smiling, “that with all the problems the city has, we would focus on dog poop. I know that.”

Well, yes, maybe it is a bit funny. But another thing also appears to be true: For many Neapolitans who must navigate the city’s sidewalks, the initiative is far from unwelcome. In the affluent neighborhood of Vomero, which is serving as a testing ground for the cleanup campaign, many residents are quite pleased, if surprised, that it is happening in Naples.

“This seems more German or Finnish than Italian,” said Virpi Sihvonen, a Finn who moved to Naples in the late 1980s after marrying a local man. In the mornings, Sihvonen said, she often watches a man release his three dogs into the streets to run off to do their business. He whistles, the dogs return, and their waste is left behind.

“He’s not the only one,” she added.

The problem is as universal as cockroaches, and seemingly as unsolvable. Urban dog ownership demands a balance of love and duty,

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and not everyone is dutiful about cleaning up after the morning walk. Cities have tried everything from using the postal service (a Spanish mayor mailed the stuff back to dog owners) to shaming (some cities have publicized the names of offending owners) to bribery (some parks in Mexico City offered free Wi-Fi in exchange for bags of waste).

Naples has opted for science and technology. The idea is that every dog in the city will be given a blood test for DNA profiling in order to create a database of dogs and owners.

When an offending pile is discovered, it will be scraped up and subjected to DNA testing.

If a match is made in the database, the owner will face a fine of up to 500 euros ($685).

The DNA initiative might seem a tad ambitious for Naples, a city that struggles to collect the garbage. Apartment complexes and condo associations across the United States are increasingly using similar programs, but Naples represents a much bigger canine population, with estimates of more than 80,000 dogs in the city.

Sodano and other city employees are confident the program will work, noting that a similar campaign has been successful on the nearby resort island of Capri. In Naples, the campaign so far is limited to Vomero and the adjacent neighborhood of Arenella and costs more than $27,000. Teams of police officers and health workers started joint patrols in January to spread awareness of the program and hand out a few fines. At the city’s veterinary hospital, technicians have taken blood samples from about 200 dogs, many of them accompanied by owners who were appalled by the problem.

“It’s really disgusting,” said Dr. Maria Teresa Ceccarelli, who came to the hospital with her rambunctious yellow Labrador, Tommy. “I don’t see people walking their dogs. I just see the results in the street.”

On a recent drizzly morning, Capt. Enrico Del Gaudio of the Municipal Police led a patrol down Via Luca Giordano, a major commercial street in Vomero, where several residents were walking their dogs before work. Dressed undercover in jeans and hiking boots for the patrol, Del Gaudio is diplomatic — he describes dog waste as “presences” — and finds nothing silly about the campaign. At his children’s school, he is known as the dog-waste cop.

“I’m a hero,” he said, laughing.

ear readers, Some months ago, we asked you to tell us your favorite comics and which ones you’d rather see disappear. You responded in the hundreds.

Some of you said hands off, why change a good thing? Many of you said make them bigger. Non Sequitur, a favorite among readers, also is particularly hard to read at the size we publish it. Most of you gave impassioned pleas in both the save and cut boxes. Your favorite was Without Reservations. Your least favorite was Knight Life.

We’re happy to say that beginning Monday, we will be incorporating many of your suggestions on the comics page, as well as making a number of other changes to our news pages. We know not everyone will be happy. But we hope the alterations will provide a livelier and more informative reading experience. The changes: u We recently added The New York Times to our wire services lineup, joining The Washington Post, Bloomberg News and The Associated Press. u Beginning Monday, we’ll also begin running The New York Times crossword every day, replacing the Los Angeles Times crossword. We will continue to run The New York Times’ Sunday crossword as we have for years. Fun as the Los Angeles Times’ crossword was, the NYT puzzle is in a class by itself. We hope you enjoy it. u We are improving our Family page and moving it to Saturdays so parents and their children have more time to spend reading it together. The modified section will include a full-page Kid Scoop on most Saturdays, with puzzles and fun suggestions for activities with kids. We’re also bringing back John Rosemond, whose popular “Living With Children” column is a must-read for parents eager for a plain-spoken, common-sense guide for raising children. u To accommodate the Family page move, our Life & Science page will shift from Saturday to Monday. u Starting this Tuesday, we will begin running the irreverent “¡Ask a Mexican!” column by Gustavo Arellano. The Tuesday E-xtra page, opposite the Opinions page, is set aside for views from outside our region and area. Arellano’s take on Mexican life in these United States is definitely a different point of view. He takes questions, answers and has a lot of fun as he writes. We know you will enjoy it. u Finally, along with the changes to our comics and Opinions pages, Doonesbury will be replaced on the Opinions page with La Cucaracha as a liberal antidote to Mallard Fillmore. This was a change readers in our comics survey wanted, and we think it’s a good idea. We will continue to run new Doonesbury cartoons every Sunday, but Gary Trudeau is no longer creating daily cartoons and they have gone into reruns, so we have decided to discontinue them.

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Sunday, Feb. 23 WINTER DANCE ESCAPE: National Dance Institute of New Mexico student showcase; featuring Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf, encores through Sunday, 2 p.m., 1140 Alto St. JOURNEY SANTA FE: At 11 a.m. at Collected Works Bookstore, Katya Franzgen, New Mexico Adaptive Ski Program director, in conversation with KSFR Radio host Xubi Wilson, 202 Galisteo St. JUDITH FEIN: From 2 to 4 p.m. at Temple Beth Shalom, the author celebrates the launch of The Spoon From Minkowitz: A Bittersweet Roots Journey to Ancestral Lands, 205 E. Barcelona Road.

MELANIE MONSOUR: From noon to 2 p.m. at Museum Hill Café, piano recital with bassist Paul Brown; jazz, Middle Eastern and Latin music, 710 Camino Lejo.

MUSE TIMES TWO POETRY SERIES: At 4 p.m. at Collected Works Bookstore, readings

by Craig Morgan Teicher and James Thomas Stevens, 202 Galisteo St. PERFORMANCE AT THE SCREEN: The broadcast series continues with Puccini’s La Boheme at London’s Royal Opera House, 11 a.m., Santa Fe University of Art and Design,

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NIGHTLIFE Saturday, Feb. 23 COWGIRL BBQ: Cowgirl Brunch with The Country Blues Revue, noon-3 p.m.; bluesman Sean Farley, 8 p.m., noon, 319 S. Guadalupe St. LA POSADA DE SANTA FE RESORT AND SPA: Wily Jim, Western swingabilly, 7-10 p.m., 330 E. Palace Ave. PETER MULVEY: At 7:30 p.m. at Gig Performance Space, singer/songwriter/guitarist performs, 7:30 p.m., 1808-H Second St. VANESSIE: Pianist/vocalist Bob Finnie, ’50s-’70s pop, 6:30 p.m., 427 W. Water St.

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Political order overturns in Ukraine President ousted by parliament as rival freed from prison

By William Booth The Washington Post

Joaquín ‘El Chapo’ Guzmán is escorted to a helicopter in handcuffs by Mexican Navy commandos Saturday in Mexico City. EDUARDO VERDUGO/THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mexico captures world’s most-wanted drug lord Holder calls arrest of Guzmán a ‘landmark achievement’

By Joshua Partlow and Nick Miroff The Washington Post

MEXICO CITY — Joaquín “El Chapo” Guzmán, the man who supplied more illegal drugs to the United States than anyone else on Earth, was captured by Mexican Navy commandos without a shot early Saturday morning in the Pacific coast resort town of Mazatlan, according to U.S. and Mexican authorities.

The arrest of the world’s most-wanted drug lord was electrifying news in Mexico and a major political victory for its president, Enrique Peña Nieto.

On Saturday afternoon, Peña Nieto confirmed the capture in a tweet and thanked his security forces. “Congratulations to all,” he wrote.

After 13 years on the lam, Guzmán was found, with the help of information provided by U.S. law enforcement officials, in a light-yellow, multistory condo building known as Miramar, several blocks off the beach in Mazatlan. He was arrested, flown to Mexico City and frogmarched by the back of the neck in front of TV cameras across a Navy base tarmac to prove he had finally been found.

The arrest challenges two central criticisms of the Mexican government: that security cooperation with the United States had deteriorated, and that it had eased off on Guzmán’s cartel in favor of other targets.

U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder Jr. called the arrest a “landmark achievement, and a victory for the citizens of both Mexico and the United States.”

Guzmán ran an organized crime empire that spanned several continents and earned billions of dollars. He built a shipping and transport empire that plied air, sea and roads to sate the world’s demand for

cocaine, heroin and marijuana.

From Los Angeles warehouses to Chicago barrios, his network criss-crossed America to supply customers.

His Sinaloa cartel is the grandfather of Mexican drugrunning organizations, the wealthiest and most powerful corporation in the business, whose riches have corrupted generations of Mexican politicians and corroded the nation’s democracy.

“He’s a legend,” security analyst Jorge Chabat said in Mexico City. “He is the jewel of the crown.”

Authorities had been closing in on Guzmán and his associates over the past few weeks with operations in his home state of Sinaloa, a sliver of land on the Pacific coast. Several of his associates had been arrested, and authorities found houses with fortified-steel doors and linked by sewer-system tunnels used by the cartel.

In a brief news conference announcing his capture, Attorney General Jesus Murillo Karam said that the arrest was performed “impeccably.” “There was not one bit of damage or anyone injured,” he said.

Guzmán separated himself from other drug lords because of his longevity and ability to evade the law for years. Captured in Guatemala in 1993, Guzmán was sent to Mexico’s high-security Puente Grande prison, only to escape in 2001, on the eve of his extradition to the United States.

Legend has it that he snuck out in a laundry cart.

Guzmán has been on the run ever since, periodically surfacing in Mexican beach resorts, Central American villages, even South America, only to vanish before authorities arrived.

“Chapo Guzmán has been that mythical narco-ghost,” said David Gaddis, former chief of enforcement operations at the Drug Enforcement Administration, who runs G-Global Protection Solutions, a security consultancy. “He became one of these isolated traffickers who seemed to be ‘untouchable.’ ”

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KIEV, Ukraine — In a single climactic day, the political order of Ukraine was overturned, more or less peacefully, when the Ukrainian parliament voted Saturday evening to dismiss President Viktor Yanukovych from office and to free jailed opposition leader Yulia Tymoshenko, who went directly from a prison hospital bed to a stage at Independence Square to address an audience of tens of thousands.

“A day for the history books,” tweeted Geoffrey Pyatt, U.S. ambassador to Ukraine.

The parliament plans to quickly name a prime minister and Cabinet to act as a caretaker government before elections scheduled for May. Still unknown is whether a defiant Yanukovych and a bitterly divided Ukraine will accept the parliament’s decrees. Leaders of the ousted government, especially those from Ukraine’s east and south, said they would oppose the new measures.

Just hours after parliament voted to remove the president, his arch rival Tymoshenko, a key figure in Ukraine’s 2004 Orange Revolution, was released from prison after serving 30 months.

Tymoshenko, suffering from a back injury, was rolled onstage in a pink wheelchair.

She gave an emotional, forceful speech, honoring the 88 Ukrainians killed in street fighting and by riot police since Tuesday.

The opposition leader, who

still has her trademark blond braids, said that Ukraine would not be truly free until “everyone bears a responsibility for what they have done,” a clear reference to the president and his ousted interior minister, who controlled the riot police forces that used live ammunition against protesters. “If we don’t prosecute, we should be ashamed.”

She told the crowd, “You changed everything — not the politicians, not the diplomats, you changed the world,” and called the ousted government “a cancer.”

Tymoshenko, a former twoterm prime minister, was sentenced to seven years in prison in a 2011 trial charging her with abuse of power and embezzlement over her role in a deal to purchase natural gas from Russia. Her supporters and many Western countries said the trial and conviction were politically motivated.

In an emergency session, the Ukraine parliament voted 380 to 0 on Saturday to remove Yanukovych from office, saying he was guilty of gross human rights violations and dereliction of duty. Many of Yanukovych’s allies were absent or abstained from voting.

Then the parliament, now dominated by opposition politi-

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It’s a badge of honor, in many ways, commemorating over 35 years of service to the St. Vincent Hospital Auxiliary.

Founded in 1951, the St. Vincent Hospital Auxiliary is a cherished organization of approximately 215 Santa Fe community men and women who donate over 38,000 volunteer hours to the hospital and its patients and their families each year.

Sam’s service started when a friend and long-term Auxilian told her the hospital – what is now CHRISTUS St. Vincent Regional Medical Center – was going to start a new service: taking pictures of the newborn babies.

In February of 1977, Sam put on the pink vest for the first time and began taking baby photos when she wasn’t at the hospital’s information desk as a volunteer.

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The Auxilians, or “Pink Ladies” as they used to be called, perform over 35 services at CHRISTUS St. Vincent ranging from staffing the hospital’s information desk and gift shop and crafting Christmas stockings for babies, to preparing tray favors for patients and answering phones.

Frequently, the Auxilians are there to provide much needed emotional support on the units and in the surgery waiting rooms.

“There have been a number of times when I ask ‘How are you?’ and I end up having to put my arms around them,” said Joyce Martinez, Auxiliary President.

“Something I really enjoy is helping those people.”

Sam agreed. “People come in and they’re anxious and upset. If we can alleviate some of that for them, that’s our duty. When you think about it, we’re ambassadors for

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your own land.”

She ran for president in 2010, but lost to Yanukovych, and most people here assume Tymoshenko would run in the May contest.

Yanukovych, his exact whereabouts unknown since Friday evening, appeared on television Saturday afternoon in a prerecorded interview to say, “I am not planning to leave the country. I am the legitimate president and I am not going to resign.”

He called the opposition politicians in parliament “bandits,” their actions “illegal,” and described the protesters as “hooligans.”

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“The hospital and the Auxiliary have always been a prominent part of the community,” Sam said. “We treasure our hospital, and we need our hospital.”

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cians, declared that early presidential elections would be held on May 25.

Thousands filled Independence Square in the capital, which is still ringed by barricades erected by protesters and “self-defense” militias. The militia members kept order and continued to march in military columns, brandishing home-made metal shields, with wooden clubs and axes over their shoulders.

Tymoshenko, who blinked back tears several times, promised, “I am coming back to work. I won’t waste a minute to make sure you are happy in

the hospital. We’re generally the first people that visitors will see. That’s why we’re here, to help with fears.”

In addition to providing volunteer service, the Auxiliary helps raise approximately $70,000 annually for the hospital. This money is used to fund projects like the Chemo Infusion Room and the remodeling of the Intensive Care and Critical Care Units Waiting Room.

Approximately $6,000 annually is donated for grants for hospital employees to pay for “wish list” items such as attending conferences or other expenses related to continuing education.

The St. Vincent Hospital Auxiliary is always looking for new volunteers in the community who want to give back to the hospital. Qualifications include a sincere interest in serving the hospital, a businesslike approach to volunteer work, a willingness to accept standards of orientation, conduct and supervision of the hospital, a sense of humor, a sense of responsibility and dependability, and a congenial, patient, and warm personality.

“The more volunteers we have, the more service we can provide to the hospital and the community,” Sam said. “The bottom line is the commitment to our community hospital and providing service for Santa Fe and its surrounding area.”

What’s the bonus to being part of the Auxiliary? According to Sam, it’s the friendships formed within the group.

“This is a great group of people,” she said. “You will have made friends for a lifetime.”

For more information about the St. Vincent Hospital Auxiliary, or to inquire about membership, please contact (505) 983-5714 or e-mail volunteer@stvin.org.

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TIPS FOR PAIN PATIENTS u Only take medications that are prescribed to you. u Never share your pain medications. u Do not take more pain medication than instructed. If your pain gets worse, call your doctor. u Store all of your medications securely — lock them up. u Ask your pharmacist about the possibility of drug interactions. Some drugs, such as sleeping pills in combination with your pain medication, can increase the risk of overdose. u Never mix opioid pain medication with alcohol. u Teach your family and friends how to recognize and respond to an opioid overdose by administering naloxone, the medication that reverses opioid overdose. u Talk to your doctor about getting a naloxone rescue kit. u If you suspect that someone has overdosed, call 911 immediately, perform rescue breathing and administer naloxone if you have it. u Never flush your unused prescription medications down the toilet or drain.

To dispose of your medications safely, check with your city or county’s office of household waste and recycling to find out if there’s a Drug Take Back Day scheduled in your community or look up www.smarxtdisposal.net. u If you live in Taos, take your unused prescription medications to a permanent drop box located at the Taos Police Department on Civic Plaza, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

RESPONDING TO THE CRISIS OF PRESCRIPTION DRUG DEATHS: A TIMELINE 2001: New Mexico begins offering drug addicts Narcan to reverse the effects of opioid drugs and prevent overdoses.

2005: New Mexico establishes the Prescription Monitoring Program, which requires pharmacists to report patients’ prescriptions for controlled substances, including opioids.

2006: New Mexico first reports that prescription drug overdoses surpassed illegal-drug overdoses.

2007: New Mexico is the first state in the country to pass the Good Samaritan Law that provides immunity to individuals who are seeking help for themselves or others experiencing an overdose.

2010: New Mexico ranks No. 2 in the country for drug overdose deaths per capita.

2010: New Mexico passes legislation requiring patients to show identification to receive opioid prescriptions.

2011: The University of New Mexico starts offering pain-management education to doctors, nurses, dentists and pharmacists across the state.

2012: New Mexico passes legislation mandating that all health care providers who have a Drug Enforcement Agency license take pain-management education.

2012: New Mexico licensing boards for health care providers pass rules that require their practitioners to use the Prescription Monitoring Program.

2012: The New Mexico Medical Board, New Mexico Board of Nursing and New Mexico Board of Pharmacy tighten rules around prescribing and dispensing opioids.

2012: New Mexico upgrades its Prescription Monitoring Program so users can share data with other states and users can see data in real time.

2012: New Mexico establishes the Governor’s New Mexico Prescription Drug Misuse and Overdose Prevention and Pain Management Advisory Council.

2013: Trust for America’s Health issues report naming New Mexico and Vermont as the two states that are doing everything they can to deter prescription drug abuse.

Pain: State’s efforts are gaining national attention Continued from Page A-1 But over the past decade, more people have been dying from prescription drugs such as morphine, oxycodone and hydrocodone. There is no national ranking for prescription drug overdoses, but the state Health Department first reported in 2006 that more New Mexicans died from prescription drug overdoses than from illegal drugs.

These alarming statistics prompted the state to form collaborations among medical boards, government agencies, clinics and educational institutions like The University of New Mexico to help prevent prescription drug abuse, according to Dr. Joanna Katzman, a neurologist and director of UNM’s Pain Consultation and Treatment Center.

Dr. Michael Landen, the state epidemiologist, said New Mexico’s efforts to prevent overdoses increased due to legislation in 2012. One bill passed that year requires pain-management education for all health care providers who prescribe opioid medications.

“There were several bills that shifted the policy debate around prescription drug overdose prevention from ‘Will New Mexico do something?’ to ‘What will New Mexico do?’ ” Landen said.

The state claims some success in its fight against prescription drug abuse. According to the New Mexico Board of Pharmacy, which tracks all prescriptions, including painkillers, the number of drugs dispensed in New Mexico has been steadily, from about 1.6 million prescriptions in 2010 to almost 1.8 million in 2013. However, the average daily dose and strength of those prescriptions have decreased each year since 2011, down 5 percent in 2011; 6 percent in 2012; and 11 percent in 2013. Katzman and Larry Loring, executive director of the Board of Pharmacy, attribute the drop to the state’s required education for health care providers.

“There is probably some safer prescribing going on,” Katzman said.

The state’s efforts are gaining attention. In its October 2013 report, “Prescription Drug Abuse: Strategies to Stop the Epidemic,” Trust for America’s Health spotlighted work by New Mexico and Vermont to deter prescription drug abuse through education, prescription monitoring and laws that prevent patients from doctor-hopping.

“New Mexico is on the forefront of trying to explore how to create that balance between safety and patient care,” said Sherry Green, CEO of the National Alliance for Model State Drug Laws in Santa Fe for the past 20 years.

The balancing act is trickier than ever today.

Pain is the top reason people go to the doctor, according to the National Institutes of Health, and the treatment costs surpass the costs for all other chronic diseases combined, including diabetes, cancer, stroke and heart disease.

“We have two public health crises: One is chronic pain, and the other arose because of our attempt to treat chronic pain,” said Dr. Cynthia Geppert, a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs psychiatrist and internal medicine physician who helps provide education at UNM on how to safely and effectively treat pain.

How did we get here?

Opioids — including heroin, morphine, codeine, fentanyl, oxycodone and hydocodone — block pain messages from getting to the brain by attaching to proteins in the body called opioid receptors. The drugs are widely controversial for their addiction potential. For most of the 20th century, medical professionals cautiously limited opioid prescriptions.

In the 1990s, a few factors converged to change that: the recognition of the devastation caused by undertreating pain, the development of drugs like OxyContin (high-dose, time-release pain medication) and intense drug marketing. Taking pills to manage pain skyrocketed.

Abuse of pain pills also skyrocketed. In 2011, 35 million Americans older than 12 had taken a pain reliever at least once to get high, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health.

Trust for America’s Health reported that New Mexico deaths involving prescription opioids rose 90 percent from 2004 to 2012.

PAIN MANAGEMENT: LOOKING AHEAD Those involved in pain management speak highly of the steps the state has taken so far, but look to do more. Several groups have made recommendations that include increasing access to Narcan, which reverses opioid overdoses, establishing permanent drop boxes to discard unused prescriptions, and increasing funding for substance abuse and prevention programs.

The Governor’s New Mexico Prescription Drug Misuse and Overdose Prevention and Pain Management Advisory Council, which includes representatives from medical boards, clinics, government agencies and a chronic-pain patient, is the latest to bring forward recommendations for preventing prescription drug misuse. It has discussed such issues as mandatory urine testing of patients and education for patients and the public. New Mexico’s next likely step will be a public-awareness campaign about how to safely take and store prescriptions.

Debra Newman, a physician assistant at Santa Fe Pain and Spine Specialists, recommended to the council that providers check the state’s Prescription Monitoring Program for every patient every time, instead of just twice a year, which is currently required.

She envisions a computer system in which the monitoring system automatically pops up when someone writes an electronic prescription. “It would make things safer,” she said.

Bob Twillman, deputy executive director of policy and advocacy at the American Academy of Pain Management, sees hope in federal health care reform because insurance companies will receive greater reimbursements for keeping their patients healthy rather than being paid per procedure.

“I think the biggest thing we can do is increase access to care other than prescriptions,” he said. “To the extent that New Mexico could use Medicaid dollars to support acupuncture, massage, psychologists, chiropractor care, I think they would find they get good results and more cost-effective results.”

State leads national efforts One of the first significant steps New Mexico took to deter misuse of prescriptions was establishing the Prescription Monitoring Program.

Since 2005, pharmacies have had to report all controlled substance prescriptions through an electronic system. New Mexico is one of 16 states that uses the program.

Providers must check the system twice a year to see if patients are receiving drugs from other sources. If they don’t comply, they could face fines or see their licenses revoked or sanctioned.

Debra Newman, who specializes in treatment of chronic pain, said the online monitoring helps her provide better care for the 60 to 70 patients she sees a week at Santa Fe Pain and Spine Specialists. She said she puts an alert on a patient about once a month through the program, indicating suspicious activity. Other providers who see the alert might have to avoid prescribing opioids for that patient.

The monitoring program also is a tool for the New Mexico Medical Board to track prescription trends. It helped the board discover that some doctors were ignorant of state regulations.

In other cases, the board has revoked licenses of providers who found “opioid prescriptions is a money-making business,” said Debbie Dieterich, one of three board investigators.

“I think the majority [of providers] now are legitimate doctors who are helping pain patients and maybe need assistance,” Dieterich said.

Barriers to care The extra diligence required to ensure patients aren’t doctor- or pharmacy-hopping can affect patients like 53-year-old Laura, one of Newman’s

patients, who suffers from rheumatoid arthritis.

The Santa Fe resident, who asked that her last name not be published, said she came from the school of “no pain, no gain,” avoiding pain medication for years, even as she endured 35 surgeries to fuse or remove her inflamed joints.

But after she pinched a nerve in her neck about a year and a half ago, there was no way to cope without opioids.

When Laura moved here from California about a year ago, she said, she was taken aback by the attitudes of doctors and pharmacists, who were more controlling and judgmental about opioid medications than providers in California.

“There are real people in real pain, and anyone who takes narcotics now has a real stigma attached to them,” Laura said.

But she knows about the potential for narcotics falling into the wrong hands — she and her husband worry someone may try to steal her opioid medications, a common crime across the country.

Newman, like many pain-management providers, requires a “pharmacy lock-in,” so patients only go to one place to have prescriptions filled. Laura signed a contract with Newman that stipulates her requirements as a patient — including participation in random drug tests. But she doesn’t mind the requirements.

“I consider the medications such an incredible blessing,” Laura said. “ … I would rather have protective measures in place. If more people overdose, that class of narcotics will go away, and that is a class of narcotics that makes my life bearable.”

Some barriers to pain care come from pharmacies that are under pressure to keep patients safe.

Beth Leopold said she couldn’t get her entire prescription filled at a Walgreens last spring after the drug store chain implemented new restrictions on opioids that required additional information from health care providers. Patients had to wait days for prescriptions to be filled, and physicians complained to the New Mexico Medical Society about interference.

The society mediated in that case, but pharmacy restrictions are becoming more common across the country, said Green of the National Alliance for Model State Drug Laws.

“I think the large chains are trying to figure out how to address this,” Green said. “I also think they are in a difficult spot. They are the last stop before a person gets the drugs in their hands. There’s a lot of pressure on them to monitor that.”

Physicians are feeling the pressure, too. Some doctors objected to the New Mexico Medical Board’s new rules requiring more patient documentation, treatment plans, Prescription Monitoring Program review and proof they had exhausted every treatment option before prescribing opioids.

They warned they wouldn’t prescribe anymore, said Lynn Hart, the board’s executive director.

But so far, there is no evidence fewer doctors are prescribing painkillers.

Education is key component Katzman has championed the new educational requirements as a way to help primary care providers feel more confident that they can follow state regulations while prescribing opioids.

UNM started hosting packed educational sessions last year to teach providers best practices and current regulations to treat chronic pain and addiction. Katzman said participants reported in a survey that the sessions helped them gain knowledge and confidence, as well as improved their attitudes toward people with addictions.

While the state works to deter prescription drug abuse, she said, it is important to New Mexico’s health care providers that officials don’t pursue abuse so aggressively that they take patient care out of the hands of doctors, as the state of Washington did in 2012, with a law establishing a maximum quantity of opioids that providers can prescribe.

“Every year, there are bills trying to do that here, and we’ve said, ‘No. We can do it through education,’ ” Katzman said. “And we’ve shown that education is the right way.”

Contact Deborah Busemeyer at dbusemeyer@gmail.com.

Session: Majority of candidates did little to make themselves seen Continued from Page A-1 So, who were the winners and losers of the session, as far as the governor’s race goes?

Though Lopez might have helped her name recognition with her hearings, the effect of the 2014 Legislature on the race probably is negligible.

That’s the opinion of Albuquerque pollster Brian Sanderoff.

Most voters aren’t yet tuned in to the gubernatorial race, Sanderoff said Friday, and most don’t really care about “the inner machinations of what goes on in the Roundhouse.”

Former Lt. Gov. Diane Denish, a Democrat who lost the governor’s race to Martinez in 2010, agreed with Sanderoff that the session did little to move the needle.

“This session won’t have much impact on the 2014 governor’s race because it was a sputtering waste of time. Martinez, once again, showed no vision or leadership,” Denish said Friday. “Both Democrats and Republicans cowered from doing anything meaningful.”

Denish said she is not currently backing any of the Democratic contenders.

The invisible woman At the end of the session, as governors normally do, Martinez conducted

a news conference to talk about how her initiatives had fared.

What was unusual about this appearance is that for some reporters, it was the first time they’d seen her in person since the opening of the 30-day session.

Martinez didn’t hold any formal news conferences to discuss legislation. And, unlike recent years, there weren’t even any informal sessions in which reporters asked her questions following appearances at events in the Capitol Rotunda.

Martinez cut off Thursday’s news conference after only 15 minutes. She was going to Washington, D.C., that afternoon to attend a meeting of the National Governors Association.

A reporter tried to get in one more question: “Governor, we didn’t see much of you this session … ” But before he could finish asking why she hadn’t been seen, her spokesman, Enrique Knell, intervened.

“We’ve got to run,” he said. “We’ve got a flight to catch.”

And that was that.

It’s not as if Martinez was hiding during the session. During the 30 days, she did appearances in locations around the state, including Las Vegas, Española, Albuquerque, Socorro and Las Cruces.

Was she purposely avoiding the Capitol news corps? Was she perhaps concerned that an ill-considered word to political reporters might upset the delicate budget negotiations that were

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going on behind closed doors in the Roundhouse?

Sanderoff said Martinez can get good publicity by “following her formula” of making appearances — and staging photo opportunities — around the state with children, veterans and law enforcement officers.

Sanderoff recalled that during Martinez’s first legislative session, her political team bought radio ads blasting Democrats who opposed her move to prohibit undocumented immigrants from getting driver’s licenses. But in the past couple of sessions, the governor has emphasized a more bipartisan tone, the pollster noted.

In order to win a state where Democrats have a voter-registration edge, Sanderoff said, Martinez has to appeal to moderate Democrats.

(Though Martinez didn’t emphasize the driver’s license issue during the session and didn’t even mention it at her Thursday news conference, on

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the day after the session ended, the Martinez campaign’s Facebook page published a message to followers touting her position on the issue.)

Lopez’s hearings One thing for certain about the hearings on The Downs lease — which went to a group including large campaign contributors to Martinez’s 2010 campaign — is that they angered Martinez and her allies.

“Sen. Lopez has had three years to hold these hearings, she has revealed nothing new, and the only reason she continues to hold them is to prop up her flailing campaign for governor,” Knell said in an email during the hearings.

Lopez, during the session, said such hearings were the duty of her committee.

The question is whether the hearings will be viewed as a blatant politi-

cal stunt, as Knell says, or whether this will be seen by Democratic primary voters as the work of a bold leader who is not afraid to stand up to the governor, as Lopez surely hopes.

Sanderoff said he doesn’t think The Downs hearings or the Skandera hearing — in which the committee refused to let the nomination go to the full Senate for a confirmation vote — will have much effect on Martinez’s popularity.

However, he added, the hearings might benefit Lopez by lifting her profile among her party’s primary voters. “It’s smart politics to send a tough message,” he said.

“After the session is over, individual legislators have little clout,” Sanderoff said. “This was her best opportunity.”

On the other hand, Morales, by not being more vocal during the session, probably missed an opportunity, Sanderoff said.

But about three and half hours after the session was over, it was no more “Mr. Nice Guy” for Morales.

“Today marks the end of the last legislative session besmirched by Susana Martinez’s fear mongering and obstruction,” Morales said in a fundraising email.

The question here is whether this is too little and too late.

Contact Steve Terrell at sterrell@ sfnewmexican.com. Read his political blog at roundhouseroundup.com.

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ABOVE: A bottle of cannabis-infused oil used as medicine for a child who suffers from severe epilepsy.

LEFT: Elizabeth Burger, 4, at home in Colorado Springs, Colo., suffers from severe epilepsy and is receiving experimental treatment with a special strain of medical marijuana, which she takes orally as drops of oil.

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Pot: Doctors say there’s no proof Charlotte’s Web is safe or effective Continued from Page A-1 into their anti-seizure components and mixed with olive oil so patients can consume them. “So I’ll fight for whomever wants this.”

Doctors warn there is no proof that Charlotte’s Web is effective, or even safe.

In the frenzy to find the drug, there have been reports of unauthorized suppliers offering bogus strains of Charlotte’s Web. In one case, a doctor said, parents were told they could replicate the strain by cooking marijuana in butter. Their child went into heavy seizures.

“We don’t have any peer-reviewed, published literature to support it,” Dr. Larry Wolk, the state Health Department’s chief medical officer, said of Charlotte’s Web. Still, more than 100 families have relocated since Charlotte’s story first began spreading last summer, according to Figi and her husband.

The relocated families have formed a close-knit group in Colorado Springs, the law-and-order town where the dispensary selling the drug is located.

They meet for lunch, support sessions and hikes.

“It’s the most hope lots of us have

ever had,” said Holli Brown, whose 9-year-old daughter, Sydni, began speaking in sentences and laughing since moving to Colorado from Kansas City and taking the marijuana strain.

Amy Brooks-Kayal, vice president of the American Epilepsy Society, warned that a few miraculous stories may not mean anything — epileptic seizures come and go for no apparent reason — and scientists do not know what sort of damage Charlotte’s Web could be doing to young brains.

“Until we have that information, as physicians, we can’t follow our first creed, which is do no harm,” she said, suggesting that parents relocate so their children can get treated at one of the nation’s 28 top-tier pediatric epilepsy centers rather than move to Colorado.

However, the society urges more study of pot’s possibilities. The families using Charlotte’s Web, as well as the brothers who grow it, say they want the drug rigorously tested, and their efforts to ensure its purity have won them praise from skeptics like Wolk.

For many, Charlotte’s story was something they couldn’t ignore.

Charlotte is a twin, but her sister, Chase, doesn’t have Dravet’s syn-

drome, which kills kids before they reach adulthood.

In early 2012, it seemed Charlotte would be added to that grim roster.

Her vital signs flat-lined three times, leading her parents to begin preparing for her death. They even signed an order for doctors not to take heroic measures to save her life again should she go into cardiac arrest.

Her father, Matt, a former Green Beret who took a job as a contractor working in Afghanistan, started looking online for ways to help his daughter and thought they should give pot a try. But there was a danger: Marijuana’s psychoactive ingredient, THC, can trigger seizures.

The drug also contains another chemical known as CBD that may have seizure-fighting properties. In October, the Food and Drug Administration approved testing a British pharmaceutical firm’s marijuana-derived drug that is CBD-based and has all its THC removed.

Few dispensaries stock CBD-heavy weed that doesn’t get you high. Then Paige Figi found Joel Stanley.

One of 11 siblings raised by a single mother and their grandmother in Oklahoma, Stanley and four of his brothers had found themselves in

the medical marijuana business after moving to Colorado. Almost as an experiment, they bred a low-THC, high-CBD plant after hearing it could fight tumors.

Stanley went to the Figis’ house with reservations about giving pot to a child.

“But she had done her homework,” Stanley said of Paige Figi. “She wasn’t a pot activist or a hippy, just a conservative mom.”

Now, Stanley and his brothers provide the marijuana to nearly 300 patients and have a waitlist of 2,000.

The CBD is extracted by a chemist who once worked for drug giant Pfizer, mixed with olive oil so it can be ingested through the mouth or the feeding tube that many sufferers from childhood epilepsy use, then sent to a third-party lab to test its purity.

Charlotte takes the medication twice a day. “A year ago, she could only say one word,” her father said. “Now she says complete sentences.”

The recovery of Charlotte and other kids has inspired the Figis and others to travel the country, pushing for medical marijuana laws or statutes that would allow high-CBD, low-THC pot strains.

Donald Burger recently urged a New York state legislative panel to

legalize medical marijuana while his wife, Aileen, was in the family’s new rental house in Colorado Springs, giving Charlotte’s Web to their daughter Elizabeth, 4. The family only relocated to Colorado after neurologists told them Elizabeth’s best hope — brain surgery — could only stop some of her seizures.

“It’s a very big strain being away from the rest of our family,” Aileen Burger said recently while waiting for her husband to return from a trip to sell their Long Island house. “But she doesn’t have to have pieces of her brain removed.”

Ray Mirazabegian, an optician in Glendale, Calif., brought Charlotte’s Web to his state, where medical marijuana is legal. He convinced the Stanley brothers to give him some seeds he could use to treat his 9-year-old daughter, Emily, who spent her days slumped on the couch. Now, she’s running, jumping and talking. Mirazabegian is cloning the Charlotte’s Web seeds and has opened the California branch of the Stanleys’ foundation.

Mirazabegian has begun to distribute the strain to 25 families and has a waitlist of 400. It includes, he said, families willing to move from Japan and the Philippines.

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U.N. orders warring sides in Syria to allow humanitarian aid reports, and while it does not threaten sanctions, economic or otherwise, it promises to take UNITED NATIONS — In a “further steps” against those rare show of unity among world who do not comply. Britain and powers, the U.N. Security Coun- France, among Syria’s most cil unanimously adopted a reso- biting critics on the council, lution on Saturday ordering the indicated their readiness to warring parties in Syria to stop introduce a resolution calling blocking the delivery of humanifor tougher measures in the tarian aid, though without the event of noncompliance. immediate prospect of punishBefore the vote, council dipment for those who disobey. lomats said it was clear there The resolution, which is would be no chance of approval legally binding, addresses a confrom Russia, Syria’s strongest flict that has gone on for nearly ally, if the measure contained three years, killing more than any language on sanctions. So 100,000 people and creating just before the text was finalmore than 6 million refugees. ized Wednesday night, the sugIt calls on the Syrian governgestion of sanctions came out; ment to allow relief agencies late Friday afternoon, Moscow to enter the country, including signaled its assent. The counfrom across national borders; tries pushing for the resolution decries the dropping of barrel were clearly aiming to put it up bombs by government aircraft; for a vote during the Olympic and strongly condemns terror attacks, plainly referring to some Games in Sochi to exert the greatest leverage on Russia. of the rebels fighting to overOn Saturday, the Russian throw President Bashar Assad.

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Members of the U.S. and Japanese military gather Wednesday during an amphibious joint exercise called Iron Fist in Camp Pendleton, Calif. T. LYNNE PIXLEY/THE NEW YORK TIMES

Japan hones military skills alongside U.S. ingly allied in alarm with Japan over China’s flexing of military muscle. Capt. James Fanell, director of intelligence and information operations with the U.S. Pacific Fleet, recently said in San Diego that China was training its forces to be capable of carrying out a “short, sharp” war with

By Helene Cooper Japan in the East China Sea. The New York Times In a sign of continuing concern, Gen. Ray Odierno, the Army chief of staff, was in China during CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. — In the early the weekend seeking to improve the limited relamorning along a barren stretch of beach here last tionship between the U.S. and Chinese militaries, week, Japanese soldiers and U.S. Marines pracperhaps through exchanges of top officers. In ticed how to invade and retake an island captured recent years, the Pentagon has worried about the by hostile forces. buildup of China’s military and a lack of transparMemo to Beijing: Be forewarned. ency among its leaders.

One Marine sergeant yelled for his men, The islands at the center of the dispute, known guns drawn, to push into the right building, as as the Senkaku in Japanese and the Diaoyu in they climbed through the window of an empty Chinese, are a seven-hour boat ride from Japan, house meant to simulate a seaside dwelling. even farther from China, and thought to be surThe Marines had poured out of four amphibirounded by man-eating sharks. Japan has long ous assault vehicles as another group of smaller inflatable boats carrying soldiers of Japan’s West- administered the islands, but they are claimed by ern Army Infantry Regiment landed in an accom- China and Taiwan.

Last year, China set off a trans-Pacific uproar panying beachhead assault. when it declared that an “air defense identificaThere were shouts in Japanese. There were tion zone” gave it the right to identify and posshouts in Marine English. There was air support, from Huey and Cobra helicopters hovering sibly take military action against aircraft near the islands. Japan refused to recognize China’s claim, above. Then larger Navy hovercraft roared in, spitting up a spray of seawater before burping out and the United States defied China by sending military planes into the zone unannounced — Humvees and more Japanese troops, their faces even as the Obama administration advised U.S. blackened with camouflage paint. commercial airlines to comply with China’s U.S. military officials, viewing the cooperative demand and notify Beijing in advance of flights action of the former World War II enemies from through the area. a nearby hillside, insisted that the annual exerA few weeks later, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe cise, called Iron Fist, had nothing to do with last fall’s game of chicken between Tokyo and Beijing of Japan approved a five-year defense plan that took the pacifist nation further toward its most over islands that are largely piles of rocks in the assertive military posture since World War II. East China Sea. But Lt. Col. John O’Neal, comThis year, when Japanese troops showed up for mander of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, the exercise with the Marines at Camp Pendlesaid that this year, the Japanese team came with ton, they came packing. Instead of the platoon of “a new sense of purpose.”

25 soldiers they sent to the exercise in 2006, the “There are certainly current events that have first year it was conducted, the Japanese arrived added emphasis to this exercise,” he said, as nearly 250 strong. They brought along their own Japanese soldiers made their way up into the rocks before disappearing into the hills above the Humvees, gear and paraphernalia for retaking islands — or, in Marine parlance, “amphibious beach. “Is there a heightened awareness? Yes.” In the U.S. military, commanders are increasassault with the intent to seize objectives inland.”

reporters: “Of course we’re going to support it. It’s a pretty good resolution.”

Inside, Churkin made a point to say that the Assad government had made “progress” in facilitating the delivery of humanitarian aid. There was no suggestion that Moscow’s support for the Assad government was diminishing, though one U.N. diplomat said Russia’s vote could be a sign of its “uneasiness” over the government’s unwillingness to make aid delivery easier.

The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, Samantha Power, emphasized that Churkin had joined in the condemnation of the Syrian government.

“We are heartened that our Russian colleagues have joined us in demanding the end of the use of indiscriminate weapons like barrel bombs,” she told reporters after the vote, “and how all the parties, but particularly the regime, need to stop using food and medicine as a weapon of war.”

American officials insist ‘Iron Fist’ event has no connection to dispute over islands

than 840 demonstrators during the 18-day revolt. That’s as Mubarak’s successor, ousted Islamist President Mohammed Morsi, finds himself entangled in multiple court cases that CAIRO — An Egyptian court carry the death penalty. acquitted six police officers “The sequence of events Saturday on charges of killing 83 show that Mubarak will most protesters during the country’s probably get acquitted,” said 2011 uprising, something rights human rights lawyer Mohsen activists say could allow toppled el-Bahnasi, who also represents autocrat Hosni Mubarak to walk the families of 83 protesters free on similar charges. killed in Alexandria.

It’s the last case in a string of Mubarak and his top security acquittals for nearly 100 officers official Habib el-Adly were sentenced to life imprisonment charged in the killings of more

Egypt police officers acquitted of 2011 killings

in June 2012 before a court overturned the verdict on appeal.

They also face a retrial with others for failing to stop killings of protesters.

Rights groups say the military-backed interim government is trying to scrub the image of the country’s police, notorious for the torture and abuse that sparked the 2011 uprising. That’s as pro-government media outlets depict anti-Mubarak revolutionaries as foreign agents who orchestrated chaos.

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Robotic sentinels penetrate drug routes High-tech tactic keeps tabs on border tunnels

By Fernanda Santos The New York Times

Gladys Hirayda Shahian, 42, originally from Guatemala, works at a business in Los Angeles. Shahian has been trying to obtain a green card through her American husband for more than a decade. DAMIAN DOVARGANES/THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Shutdown backlog keeps immigrants in long lines on immigrants has been uneven.

Those with strong cases for staying in the U.S. are left in limbo for even longer, while

By Amy Taxin those who face likely deportaThe Associated Press tion have won more time in the United States.

LOS ANGELES — The fed“For some people, it proberal government shutdown ably was a huge reprieve,” said last year delayed more than Andres Benach, an immigration 37,000 immigration hearings by attorney in Washington. “Just months or years for immigrants not my clients.” already waiting in lengthy lines About 70 percent of all immito plead for asylum or green gration court hearings were cards. put on hold, and all involved While the country’s immiimmigrants who were not held gration courts are now runin detention centers. The rest — ning as usual, immigrants who immigrants in detention facilihad hoped to have their cases ties — proceeded with their resolved in October so they hearings as scheduled. About could travel abroad to see family or get a job have instead had half of immigrants in detention have criminal records. their lives put on hold. Many The situation is especially had already waited years to get dire for asylum seekers who a hearing date in the notoriously backlogged courts, which may have left family behind in determine whether immigrants dangerous conditions. They cannot apply to bring relatives should be deported or allowed to the United States unless they to stay in the country. win their cases.

Now, some hearings have For others, the delay means been pushed into later this more uncertainty. Gladys year, and thousands more have been shelved until 2015 or later, Hirayda Shahian said she has according to emails obtained by been trying to obtain a green card through her American husThe Associated Press. band for more than a decade.

“This is a big task, and not After getting turned away at the one that will be accomplished airport after a trip back to her quickly, especially given our native Guatemala in the 1990s, current staffing shortage,” Shahian said she crossed the Chief Immigration Judge Brian border illegally to reunite with O’Leary wrote in an Oct. 17 email to immigration judges and him and filed her residency application. court administrators obtained Since then, the 42-year-old through a Freedom of Informafrom Encino, Calif., has been tion Act request. A day earlier, unable to take her U.S.-born O’Leary wrote in a separate children to visit family in Guaemail to staff that the tally of deferred hearings had surpassed temala or accept a job outside her home. After waiting nearly 37,000 and many immigrants two years to get an immigraprobably wouldn’t get their tion court date in Los Angeles cases heard until at least 2015. in October, she now has to wait The delays triggered by last year’s federal government shut- until August because of the down that closed national parks shutdown. and furloughed government “Every time I go to that court, workers has further strained I come out broken, in tears,” an immigration court system said Shahian, who has been already beset with ballooning married for two decades and caseloads, yearslong waits and a helps run her husband’s clothshortage of judges. The impact ing design business.

Ballooning caseload strains court system

NOGALES, Ariz. — Tom Pittman has made a career as a U.S. Border Patrol agent here guarding this city’s underground drainage system, where the tunnels that carry sewage and storm runoff between the United States and Mexico are also busy drug-smuggling routes. Over the years, he has crawled and slithered past putrid puddles, makeshift latrines and discarded needles left behind by drug users, relying on instincts, mostly, to gauge the risks ahead.

It is a dirty and dangerous business, but these days, there is a robot for that.

Three robots, out of four in use by the agency along the entire southern border, are newly assigned to the Border Patrol station here. The reason is in the numbers: Most of the tunnels discovered along the border lead from Nogales, Mexico, to Nogales, Ariz., out of sight of the agents, cameras and drones that blanket the ground above. This month, federal agents closed the largest one found so far, a 481-foot pas-

Kevin Hecht, deputy patrol agent in charge of the Border Patrol station, demonstrates the use of the ARA Pointman Tactical Robot in Nogales, Ariz. SAMANTHA SAIS/THE NEW YORK TIMES

sageway aired by fans and lit by lamps hanging from wires that ran along the tunnel’s walls.

The robots are just the latest tactic in a vexing battle by the federal authorities to try to stem the flow of drugs through the tunnels, considered prime pieces of real estate by the smuggling groups that build and control them. Border Patrol agents have tried dumping concrete inside the tunnels to render them unusable, and installing cameras and motion detectors to alert them of suspicious movement underground. But still, the tunnel diggers persist.

The robots, valued for their speed and maneuverability,

can serve as the first eyes on places considered too risky for humans to explore.

“If anyone is going to get hurt, it better be that robot,” said Pittman, a supervisory agent here.

Along the southern border, drug smuggling has remained stubbornly prolific, with seizures happening not just in the tunnels, but also at legal ports of entry and among illegal border crossers carrying bales of marijuana in their backpacks.

Some 2.9 million pounds of drugs, mostly marijuana, were seized by Customs and Border Protection agents in the past fiscal year; 1.3 million of those

Kansas bill to track student citizenship worries community in the annual reports, but Garden City Superintendent Rick GARDEN CITY, Kan. — A Atha said merely asking about Kansas lawmaker’s proposal to a student’s citizenship status track the citizenship status of would imperil the trusting relapublic schoolchildren has raised tionship the district has tried to alarm in one of the state’s most build with all families. diverse communities, where Meatpacking is a major district administrators worry industry in Garden City and that even raising the question its surrounding areas. An estiwith parents and students mated 20 percent of its nearly would damage the welcoming 27,000 residents were foreignenvironment they have tried to born as of 2012, compared to create.

6.5 percent for Kansas as a Republican Rep. Allan Rothwhole, according to census data. lisberg and officials of the The census also estimates that Garden City district in western a language other than English is Kansas agree that under a 1982 spoken in 40 percent of Garden U.S. Supreme Court ruling, all City homes, compared to 11 perstudents are entitled to a public cent of all homes statewide. education regardless of their “To do what I interpret this citizenship status or that of bill is asking school districts to their parents. But Rothlisberg, do, we’re creating an uncomof Grandview Plaza, introduced fortable environment for that his bill with the goal of calculat- child to go to school by asking ing how much Kansas is spend- that information of whether or ing to educate children who are not the student is documented in the U.S. without legal permis- or undocumented,” Atha said. sion.

“We’re in the business of want“What I’m trying to get across ing to make kids and their here is where our tax money is parents feel welcome to come being diverted to,” Rothlisberg to school, that school is a safe told The Garden City Telegram. place for them.”

“It’s not going to our children or Atha said Garden City does grandchildren.” ask students who enroll for Rothlisberg’s bill would proof of residency, such as a require every child who enrolls utility bill or rental agreement. in a public school for the first It also asks for a copy of a time to present proof of lawchild’s birth certificate to estabful presence, such as a Social lish who can make decisions on Security card, birth certificate the student’s behalf. or other document. Districts Beyond that, he said he would submit annual reports doesn’t know how many — if to the state on the total number any — students are in the U.S. of children they enrolled who illegally, “because we don’t track failed to provide such proof. that information or ask for it. It’s No child would be identified irrelevant.”

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pounds were seized in Arizona, the largest amount among the four states that border Mexico, according to agency statistics.

Of the 45 cross-border tunnels found in the Southwest in the past three years, 25 were in Nogales — not counting the partly finished tunnels the agents found — and three more have been uncovered this year.

The tunnels are part of a sophisticated enterprise. The groups that control the smuggling routes in the Mexican Nogales — the Sinaloa cartel on the east side of the city, the Beltrán-Leyva cartel on the west — have an understanding: One side pays the other to use the areas it holds, both “above ground and underground,” said Special Agent Alex Garcia of Homeland Security Investigations, who leads the border tunnel task force here.

A senior U.S. law enforcement official said Saturday that the leader of the Sinaloa cartel, Joaquín Guzmán Loera, the world’s most-wanted drug lord, had been captured.

Many of the tunnel diggers are believed to come from the copper mines of Cananea, Mexico, about 45 miles southeast of Nogales. They use tools with short handles because, in the tunnels here, there is no room to stand up straight, Garcia said.

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’ve covered I don’t know how many legislative races in the past 30 years, but I don’t remember any candidate ever saying, “Vote for me and I’ll introduce more memorials than my opponent.”

Nevertheless, people who dropped in on a House or Senate floor session at any given time in the first three weeks or so of the recent legislative session more likely would have heard lawmakers “debating” some memorial than any actual bill. Though lawmakers always argue that they eventually get to the serious stuff, one not versed in Steve Terrell the ways of the Roundhouse Roundhouse — Roundup and some, like House Republican Leader Don Bratton of Hobbs, who are deeply knowledgeable of the system — might tend to think this amounts to a lot of wasted time.

If I had to choose a “Quote of the Session,” it probably would be something that Bratton said during a committee meeting following a lengthy debate over a nonbinding piece of legislation: “I’m not sure why we’re killing trees for these memorials.”

Bratton’s words of wisdom — and no, I’m not being sarcastic here — didn’t actually make our “Quote of the Day” during the session. But he hit the nail on the head. I’m in complete solidarity with him on this one.

I even supported his 2012 memorial that called for a second legislative session just to handle memorials. In that remarkable piece of legislation, Bratton noted, “Memorials cost the taxpayers of New Mexico roughly [$35] per page for four hundred fifty pages … The House of Representatives has spent an average of two hours per day debating and passing memorials, at a cost to the taxpayers of [$25,000] per day, not including printing expenses.”

Unfortunately, one of the few memorials the House didn’t hear that year was this one.

I asked House Speaker Kenny Martinez about this immediately after the session. He acknowledged the possible public perception and said that the Democrat and Republican whips actually tried to weed out the number of memorials that would be heard.

This year the House passed 89 memorials, while the Senate passed a modest 66. In addition, there were 25 joint memorials — which are just as nonbinding and take up just as much time in floor sessions and committee meetings — that passed both chambers.

House members introduced a total of 101 memorials and 23 joint memorials, while senators introduced 102 memorials plus 28 joint memorials.

These numbers indicate that senators are a little more fond of this method of wasting time than House members.

The average senator introduced about three memorials or joint memorials a year, while the average House member introduced fewer than two.

In all fairness, some memorials actually call for some action and thus tend to be less frivolous than those honoring politicians or high school sports teams. These are ones that request (it’s a nicer word than “demand”) various state agencies to study various issues. Frequently these studies are used as the basis of future of legislation. The House seems especially fond of these. It passed 16 “study” memorials, while the Senate passed one. Both chambers passed an additional four joint memorials calling for studies.

Among the issues state agencies will be studying this year thanks to memorials are the effect of marijuana legalization in Colorado and Washington; state services to sexually exploited minors; building statewide broadband infrastructure; pre-booking criminal diversion programs; using methane from coal as fuel; post-traumatic stress syndrome for first responders; and bridges in McKinley County.

Speaker Martinez said it’s possible one day there might be a memorial limit. But he said legislators do like their memorials and believe they are important. Somehow I don’t think any curtailment on memorials is in the cards for the near future.

Contact Steve Terrell at sterrell@ sfnewmexican.com. Read his political blog at roundhouseroundup.com.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Santa Fe needs government that can make a difference

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hy will I vote for a candidate who wants to “fix potholes and confirm garbage pickup?” Because that is the job description. City government should focus on the issues that it can affect. Time is a limited resource, and all too often, it is used pursuing memorials and nonbinding resolutions, leaving the important work undone. Global climate change and gay marriage are important issues, but not something that can be affected at City Hall by high-level debate. Conservation of water and energy at city buildings, equal protection of rights for all under the existing laws, these are the things that City Hall can impact.

Part of being a citizen is acting at the level where you can have an impact. Write your senator, email your congressman, but elect a city government that can and will do its job. Vote for service, not politics.

Scott Rogers

Santa Fe

Leading full-time As the chairman and vice chairwoman of the Charter Review Commission, we held 16 public hearings around the city over seven months. After four more public hearings and making balanced and thoughtful changes to our recommendation, the City Council voted to put Charter Amendment 9 on the ballot for approval.

As Santa Feans who love and care deeply about the future of our city, we have been working hard to win voter approval of Charter Amendment 9 by serving as cochairpersons and co-treasurers of Vote for 9 for a Full-Time-Mayor.

Santa Fe and the world have changed; we face complex new chal-

lenges to grow our economy and to preserve our unique history and culture. We believe that full-time leadership from a mayor who represents all the citizens of Santa Fe is critical to a better future for Santa Fe. Patricio M. Serna

chairman, Charter Review Commission Nancy Long

vice chairwoman, Charter Review Commission

Rituals in the wrong It is interesting that folks have finally gotten around to criticizing Angel Fire Resort’s “Pray for Snow Party,” when the same pagan rite — but with the active involvement of the misguided Catholic Church — has been performed in Santa Fe’s front yard for many decades.

Angel Fire celebrates the snow and prays for more; Santa Fe celebrates the Spanish defeat of Native Americans. It is clear that, in Santa Fe, the church and the descendants of the Spanish or Mexican soldiers pat each other on the back for conquering the Indians. There is no difference. Both public celebrations employ prayer (and in Santa Fe, hold elaborate Masses); and both are disgraceful events that dishonor God, the Christian faith and the principles of a broader morality.

Christians should pray, to God, that the leaders of Santa Fe and the Angel Fire Resort will awaken and banish these shameful, pagan rituals.

Ray Besing

Santa Fe

The small picture Recently, the Senate Conservation Committee voted against Senate Bill 89 introduced by Sen. Peter Wirth that would have put $82 mil-

lion in federal funding toward conservation projects in the Gila River system instead of being used for a river diversion. They did not think like a watershed. They failed to see water management as a whole system, where water conservation, efficiency improvements and watershed restoration could secure water benefits for New Mexico. Instead, the committee opted for supporting a water diversion solution, which like so many similar projects throughout the West is expensive and would move a relatively small amount of water. They also failed to see a solution that is sustainable.

According to the 2004 Arizona Water Rights Settlement Act, New Mexico can only make diversions from the Gila River during high flow periods. Building a costly diversion structure that could end up being mostly empty if runoff levels are below normal is not a cost-effective solution. Making improvements to the upper Gila watershed would pay dividends in the long run to meet our future demands for water.

Steven Hamp

Santa Fe

A far cry Michelle Obama wore a $12,000 Carolina Herrera gown to a White House dinner for France’s president and they dined on caviar, quail eggs and aged rib-eye steak. This is a far cry from her claims when entering the White House that she shopped at T.J. Maxx.

This conspicuous consumption is a slap in the face to every hardworking American who is struggling to make ends meet. Hail to the king and queen. Oh, I forgot, this is a democracy.

Joette O’Connor

Santa Fe

MY VIEW: CAROL NORRIS

Police training: Tone down ‘evil’ rhetoric

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he following statement that appeared in The Santa Fe New Mexican from Jack Jones, the director of the Law Enforcement Academy, is worrisome: “Evil has come to the state of New Mexico, evil has come to the Southwest, evil has come to the United States.”

As a psychotherapist who has worked with many violent and nonviolent offenders over the years, as well as innumerable survivors of these crimes, I’ve heard countless stories of violence and criminal activity. In addition to working with offenders and survivors, I worked alongside a police department on a mobile crisis team for a brief time and saw the daily challenges police officers face. I am in no way naïve about the realities on the street.

Some people are doing dreadful, frightening things in Santa Fe, the Southwest and across the United States, as Jones says. Something needs to change and those whose behavior is out of control need to be contained, to be sure. But branding people and their actions as “evil” suggests, intentionally or not, that

they are not within the limits of “normal” humankind.

This is the very psychology used in wars, regardless of the side one is on, to devalue and dehumanize “the Carol Norris other” so a soldier can do things she/ he would normally be unable to do to another human being.

Do we really want to train police officers to dehumanize our neighbors and our citizens? In the heat of the moment, where is the line drawn between “misbehaving people,” “bad people” and “evil people”? What kind of force will be used on which people?

In addition, using dehumanizing terms alienates and further marginalizes the very folks who are often already alienated and marginalized, and are expressing that via their crimes. These folks absolutely need to be held accountable, but they also need to be integrated into society so as to function productively in that society. That is to everyone’s benefit.

Editorial page editor: Inez Russell Gomez, 986-3053, igomez@sfnewmexican.com Design and headlines: Brian Barker, bbarker@sfnewmexican.com

To do the opposite has never proven to work and never will.

I applaud Jones for taking his training duty seriously. He needs to appear “tough on crime.” But being tough on crime is being smart on crime. It’s resisting the urge to be reactionary. It’s having the guts to take a hard look at the underpinnings of crime to help make meaningful, lasting changes to thwart it: Considering the effects of poverty and the resulting desperation would be just one of the places to start.

We all want the streets to be safer for our citizens and for the men and women who are charged with policing those streets. We want and need substantive action and results.

Dehumanizing hyperbole is exactly what we do not need. Sanctioning additional force will only encourage an “us vs. them” mentality, perpetuating an ever-growing view among law-abiding citizens that we are moving toward a police state, further alienating the very citizens the police are sworn to protect.

Carol Norris is a psychotherapist who specializes in trauma and a freelance writer.

o let me get this straight: An award-winning television show featuring a fictitious chemistry teacher turned methamphetamine kingpin gets hailed by practically everybody as the greatest thing to come out of New Mexico since green chile, but another TV show about real-life police officers fighting crime supposedly makes Albuquerque look so toxic that city officials want the producers of the show to hit the road?

Yes, it appears some elected officials in the state’s largest city have gone from Breaking Bad to Skating Schizophrenic.

Rob Throughout the Nikolewski show’s five-year run, politicos fell Commentary over themselves to praise Breaking Bad and cozy up to its stars, but now, at least two county commissioners and the mayor of Albuquerque say a reality crime drama — Cops — is not welcome in the Duke City.

That brings up a couple of questions, the first of which is, uh, Cops is still on the air?

And second, why is one show — that brilliantly yet graphically depicted the violence and tragedy of the meth epidemic — embraced while another is repudiated?

“I don’t see how [Cops] brings anything positive to the county,” said Commissioner Debbie O’Malley.

Right. And Walter White strangling a guy in the basement with a bicycle lock in Season 1 was a fine example of the New Mexico pledge of “perfect friendship among united cultures.”

Last week, Mayor Richard Berry told city attorneys to send a letter to the producers of Cops instructing them that the Albuquerque Police Department shall not be videotaped in the making of the show that will focus on Bernalillo County Sheriff’s officers — even when sheriff’s officers work in joint operations with APD. “We understand [the show’s producers] have a First Amendment right to do what they want,” Berry told the Albuquerque Journal last week.

Well, thanks, Mr. Mayor, for not trampling on that little First Amendment thingy just because Cops may make life in the 505 look a bit rough around the edges.

But Berry is just following in the footsteps of his predecessor, Marty Chavez, who loved Breaking Bad and was endorsed by the show’s star, Bryan Cranston, in a run for Congress but banished Cops from APD back in 2004 because Chavez thought the show made Albuquerque look bad.

Now I was a fan of Breaking Bad, which tackled the effects of the oldfashioned theme of the wages of sin with such pitch-perfect storytelling that it almost seemed as if Fyodor Dostoevsky was transplanted from the Russian taiga of the late 19th century to the American Southwest in the early 21st century.

But while the story was gripping, I never bought into the idea that the show’s success corresponded with an equal elevation of Albuquerque in particular and New Mexico in general.

Given the serious drug abuse problem afflicting our state, it was jarring to see the almost giddy reception given to a candy-maker in Albuquerque who created a line of rock sugar that imitated the blue crystal meth the show’s characters were cooking.

The same sort of disconnect occurred when, after the airing of the final episode of Breaking Bad, a couple hundred people showed up for the faux-funeral for Walter White at a cemetery in Old Town and cheered and applauded during the pseudoservice.

So why is Cops getting dissed?

After all, according to the New Mexico Film Office, the show figures to be eligible for New Mexico’s 25 percent film subsidy rate.

We’ve been told that any and all TV and film production in the state is always a good thing — so good that the Legislature passed the “Breaking Bad bill” in the final moments of the 2013 session.

If you want to adopt — as so many states have — a beggar-thy-neighbor policy when it comes to luring Hollywood producers, it’s cheesy to be choosy.

Contact Rob Nikolewski at the website he edits, www.newmexicowatchdog.org.

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For mayor, no perfect choice

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he mayor of Santa Fe serves in four-year terms.

The system of public financing that voters approved — taxing themselves to keep elections free of special interests — could, treated right, last forever. With three mayoral candidates allotted $60,000 each and the seven City Council candidates who qualified for public financing another $15,000 apiece, citizens are shelling out nearly $300,000 this election to keep monied interests out of their business.

That is why we are torn about who should be the next mayor of Santa Fe. It is easy to be dazzled by the campaign put together by Javier Gonzales, former Santa Fe County commissioner and vice president for corporate responsibility and sustainability for Rosemont Realty. It is a campaign demonstrating both style and substance. Gonzales has met the people in their houses, at coffee shops and theaters, in old folks’ homes and hotels, gathering the best minds on various issues to discuss solutions to make Santa Fe a better place. His comments about the freedom he feels talking to voters without ever having to mention money (he knows fundraising as a former state Democratic Party chairman) underscore why protecting public financing is so important.

Because Gonzales comes from outside City Hall, he would bring fresh eyes to the always fascinating place that is Santa Fe. With experience in county government, private enterprise, as a regent at two of New Mexico’s universities, as well as a father and native Santa Fean, he offers the vigor of youth with practical knowledge of success.

Early on, as a young county commissioner, Gonzales persuaded fellow Santa Fe County commissioners to spend $30 million protecting open spaces. That has meant protection for miles of land along the Santa Fe River as well as historic and cultural sites. He helped establish the Regional Planning Authority, the group that addresses land use and development issues along the city/county border. He has learned from mistakes, first supporting a plan to round up and jail undocumented immigrants and then changing his mind. If elected, Gonzales brings real achievements both in public and private life, a record of bringing people together to find common ground and an ability to listen, to hear, what people are concerned about. So much promise is why the unfolding of this campaign has been disheartening.

The collection of political action groups and special interests — whatever their progressive or labor origins — spending money to support Gonzales are tainting the electoral process, perhaps making the next election even more prone to outside meddling. We believe him when he says he didn’t want or need the money. Still, the money is here, and he has done little to stop the flow of slick mailers, polls and other bought-and-paid-for support.

Yet we believe Gonzales would be a fine mayor. In fact, we think he is likely to win — but he cannot be our choice in this election while his friends and acquaintances keep trying to buy their way into influence.

If not Gonzales, then who?

First, consider City Councilor Patti Bushee. With 20 years on the City Council, she is knowledgeable about city issues and the mechanisms of city government. She would bring to the job of mayor of Santa Fe a passion for public service and solid accomplishments. But while Bushee has worked with other councilors over the past two decades to pass legislation, improve the trails systems, improve our water resources and increase recycling — just to name a few of her signature issues — something about the way in which she works leaves a bad taste with other public officials. At least 10 current and former city councilors oppose her for mayor. It’s hard to lead when the people whose votes you need don’t trust you.

Then there’s Bill Dimas, a city councilor with an accomplished record of civic service both in government, as a judge and as a youth sports volunteer. Yet he studiously avoided voters at forums and preferred to meet the public one on one. Voters lacked the opportunity to see him argue his positions or debate the facts (one fix for public financing: Candidates who take public money must participate in debates and forums). As a councilor, because he is such a focus-on-the-basics public servant, Dimas has brought forth few initiatives or led on issues. The mayor also must express a vision of how to move Santa Fe through the 21st century. Dimas has yet to show he can do this.

In elections, as in life, there are few perfect choices.

Javier Gonzales must find a way to reclaim the election for himself and his supporters (return a portion of his campaign dollars to the taxpayers?). The men and women of Santa Fe deserve a mayor who belongs to them, rather than even the best-intentioned of special interests. By reclaiming the high road, Gonzales would earn the support of citizens and enter office with goodwill and good wishes. Otherwise, the voters can choose between a smart councilor who alienates her allies or a good-hearted councilor with a too-narrow focus.

Santa Fe, the choice is yours.

COMMENTARY: ALEX BEAM

Drought emergency? Not in the city LOS ANGELES alifornia is experiencing a “severe drought emergency,” declared by Gov. Jerry Brown last month. The electronic highway signs that used to warn you about catastrophic traffic meltdowns now say: “Serious Drought. Help Save Water.” President Barack Obama traveled to the Fresno area recently for a photo op with Brown and some vague promises of federal aid.

But here on the ground, as it were, there is no water shortage at all. L.A.’s notoriously emerald lawns have never looked better. Water fountains flow freely, everywhere. Children are frolicking on the interactive “splash pad” in downtown’s multi-tiered Grand Park — think the Spanish Steps, in molded asphalt. When I asked people how they were adjusting to the drought, I drew blank stares.

Water is the story of Southern California. L.A.’s first major water grab, from eastern California’s Owens Valley, is the city’s foundation myth. If you followed the convoluted plot of the movie Chinatown, you remember that the John Huston character, Noah Cross, was conspiring to cheat rural farmers out of their land and water. As the late Marc Reisner argued in his book, Cadillac Desert, abundant pilfered water not only nourished the city’s development, but also gave L.A. its ineffable L.A.-ness: “The Owens River created Los Angeles, letting a great city grow where common sense dictated that one should never be,” Reisner wrote. Water-swollen Los Angeles, he thought, “was doomed to become a huge, sprawling, one-story

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conurbation, hopelessly dependent on the automobile. The Owens River made Los Angeles large and wealthy enough to go out and capture any river within 600 miles, and that made it larger, wealthier, and a good deal more awful.”

Awful? Naaah. I love it. I used to live here, and savored each serial catastrophe: the unbreathable air (better now), the 1977 drought, the wildfires, and of course the premonitory, fixture-jiggling tremors of the Big One, the storied earthquake that may or may not lie in the city’s future.

Why do I love L.A.? Because my son found a flier from “Kingston Care Delivery” in his apartment building, offering 24-7 marijuana delivery. “Must be 18 and over … In Strick (sic) Compliance with Prop 215 (the Compassionate Use Act) and B420 (the Medical Marijuana Program Act)!” the flier insisted.

But I digress.

So why am I ultra-hydrating here in Los Angeles to avoid kidney stones, while farmers just a few hundred miles away have parched fields? Because, counter-intuitively, California’s cities spent the past several decades planning for droughts and severe water shortages, and the farmers did not. For now, the only cities likely to impose water rationing are in Sonoma, Mendocino and Fresno counties, where super-thirsty commercial users are soaking up regional water allocations.

In Los Angeles, things are different.

The city receives its water from multiple sources, including the Colorado River and the Sacramento River delta. Aston-

ishingly, Angelenos consume less water than when I lived here in the late 1970s.

And there are a million more of them.

Which is not to say that they are water sippers. A Cohasset, Mass., resident (64 gallons a day as of 2011) consumes about half as much water as the average Los Angeleno (123 gallons a day in 2012).

“The drought is statewide, but the emergency is not,” according to Jeffrey Mount, a senior fellow at the Public Policy Institute of California. The previous droughts “scared the major metropolitan areas into making some smart investments in their water supply systems.

They diversified their sources, and they make terrific use of groundwater basins to catch and retain stormwater when it rains.” Mount is speaking to me from San Francisco. “There’s no sign of drought here,” he says.

I asked Mount: Is this the crisis before the real crisis? “That’s a good question,” he replied. “If it rains next winter, the economic dislocations will be forgotten very quickly. Disaster memory half life is very short in California. If it’s dry next year, we’ll have a full-scale crisis that will hurt L.A. and [San Francisco] much more.”

It’s hard to explain the drought; theories abound. El Niño this, global warming that. Gov. Brown, who spent three years in a Jesuit seminary, has a serviceable explanation: “When God doesn’t provide the water it’s not here.”

Pray for rain.

Alex Beam writes regularly for the Boston Globe. He can be reached at alexbeam hotmail.com.

COMMENTARY: JIM YONG KIM

Preparing for disaster can save lives

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yphoon Haiyan, which killed more than 6,000 people in the Philippines last fall, reminded us how much suffering and damage nature can cause, and how important it is to invest in resilience and be ready to respond.

As climate change and booming urbanization leave more and more people exposed to hazard, governments worldwide want to make sure their roads, buildings and public services can withstand natural disasters such as floods, storms and earthquakes.

Here are seven lessons, culled from years of experience, on how to reduce risks: u Identify those risks. Indonesia has shown how this can be done. There, the government and partners developed InaSAFE, a free interactive software program that allows local officials to ask questions that help them quantify the damage a disaster might cause. If an earthquake hit tomorrow, for example, how many schools would be affected? How many students would be at risk? By helping to estimate the number of people and facilities in danger, the tool helps decision makers better prepare for, and respond to, disaster risks. u Make it clear that prevention is possible and often easy. Early-warning systems are among the most cost-effective solutions to reducing the worst effects of disasters. These can be as simple as megaphones to spread alerts to local communities or as advanced as Japan’s earthquake technology, which can stop Shinkansen high-speed trains before an earthquake strikes to avoid derailment.

Just $1 invested in early-warning systems can save as much as $35 in damages — and protect untold numbers of lives.

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When Cyclone Phailin hit India in the fall of 2013, a new early-warning system and a network of cyclone shelters kept 900,000 people out of harm’s way. Forty people died in that storm — a tragic number, but far fewer than the 10,000 who died in a storm of the same size in 1999.

Sometimes avoiding catastrophe is as simple as ensuring that drains aren’t clogged (one of the most common causes of urban flooding) and that infrastructure is well maintained so roads and bridges don’t crumble with the first heavy rain.

Although it’s difficult to measure how much damage or loss of life such precautions prevent, citizens should be made aware of the value of being prepared so they can hold public officials accountable for making proper investments. u All public investments and policies should be guided by detailed risk assessments that incorporate up-to-date models.

The 2010 earthquake in Haiti, with a magnitude of 7.0, killed more than 220,000 people. Just a month later, the much stronger earthquake in Chile, magnitude 8.8, caused only about 500 deaths.

What was the difference in Chile? Up-todate building codes that take into account the country’s high seismic risk and are strictly enforced. u Give everyone free access to information about dangers posed by storms, earthquakes and other disasters. Opensource tools such as the World Bank’s Open Data for Resilience Initiative make it easy for countries to collect and share information on risk, and allow people with a variety of expertise to participate in the challenge of building resilience. u Healthy ecosystems save lives and money. An investment of $1.1 million in

mangrove forests in northern Vietnam provided a buffer against the floods and storm surges of Typhoon Wukong in 2000, significantly reducing the loss of life and property there compared with other areas. (The forests also save Vietnam an estimated $7.3 million a year in dike maintenance.) u Find political champions. In tight fiscal environments, every government needs a strong political champion to keep the focus on climate and disaster risk management.

Countries can learn from Peru, where the head of disaster risk management reports directly to the prime minister and works closely with the ministry of finance, or from New York City, where former Mayor Michael Bloomberg (the founder and majority owner of Bloomberg LP, the parent of Bloomberg News) personally fought for investments in preparing for climate change. u Build back better. Reconstruction after a disaster presents a golden opportunity to make buildings and infrastructure more resilient to future events. In Indonesia, reconstruction after the 2004 tsunami even brought about the political will to end the 30-year conflict in Aceh, creating the foundations for a prosperous future.

Even as climate change increases the risk of natural disaster, cities can be made increasingly safe, as long as policymakers carefully prepare.

Jim Yong Kim, a former president of Dartmouth College, is the president of the World Bank Group. He wrote this for Bloomberg News.

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Sunday, February 23, 2014

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MY VIEW: KAREN HELDMEYER

MY VIEW: MIKE LOFTIN

Amendment 9 not ready for prime time

Amendment 9: Santa Fe needs a full-time mayor

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hen you go to the polls on March 4, there will be more on the ballot than candidates for mayor and the City Council.

There will be nine charter amendments, each one designed to change the way city government works.

The first eight are pretty noncontroversial, put forward by long-standing good government groups to improve city government. I am supporting all of these.

Charter Amendment 9 is more problematic. It is called the “full-time mayor” amendment by some and the “strong mayor” amendment by others.

In fact, it is a combination of these two independent ideas.

This amendment does call for the mayor to be “full-time” and to receive a salary of at least $74,000 a year. However, it does not define what it means to be full-time, and this remains an unanswered question.

But the “full-time” idea is only part of Amendment 9, despite what is being touted in the PAC-financed campaign for this amendment. This amendment also includes a number of other changes that shift the balance of power at City Hall away from the City Council and city manager and toward the mayor, and that is why many people call this the “strong mayor” amendment.

If Charter Amendment 9 is passed, the mayor would have the sole authority to appoint and control the city manager, city attorney and city clerk, without input from the council. The mayor could also fire any of these

A major change in government such as this one needs to be more carefully crafted and subject to much more public input and debate. individuals without council approval.

The proponents of this measure give several reasons for wanting a stronger mayor, including decreasing the turnover of city managers and making the city more business-friendly.

But the turnover in managers is due to many factors, and historically, friction between a manager and the mayor has been one of the main ones, something that Charter Amendment 9 will only make worse. And being “businessfriendly” is just code for making it easier for businesses to deal with one person rather than having to consider the many constituencies of the city that are represented by the City Council.

Sure, certain deals at City Hall might be easier to do if there was only one powerful executive, but I prefer the messiness of a democracy where all voices are heard.

The Charter Review Commission did recommend an even stronger

MY VIEW: SANDRA WECHSLER

The real fix for public financing T he Santa Fe New Mexican decries the existence of political action committees in Santa Fe’s municipal election (“Get special money out of city election,” Feb. 13).

The New Mexican confirms that PACs are “indeed legal” and underscores the progressive values behind the efforts.

They go on to ask the reader to imagine if the candidate being supported were “a libertarianleaning business owner.” We can’t have it both ways, says The New Mexican. As often happens, I couldn’t agree with The New Mexican more.

Sandra But where Wechsler The New Mexican got it wrong is in the choice on who to villainize.

The main problem, which The New Mexican has been inexcusably silent on, is that after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a critical matching fund provision in 2011, Common Cause and Santa Fe’s City Council failed to create a new policy that would disincentivize independent campaign spending. James Harrington, chairman of Common Cause, addressed this in his My View (“Outside groups threaten public financing system,” Feb. 15).

Without that critical change in the law, the solution in The New Mexican’s editorial — for PACs to simply voluntarily withdraw — would do absolutely nothing for the example they cite, a libertarian or right-wing candidate might run. Other jurisdictions have enacted simple changes to local public financing laws.

New York City has a matching fund provision for small donations, for example, which is a potential fix in Santa Fe. Unfortunately, by asking progressive groups to “come to their senses,” Harrington is relying on the same logic as The New Mexican — hoping that conservative PACs will simply volunteer to opt-out.

Let’s agree that the law is flawed. But Harrington can’t shirk responsibility for a flawed law that Common Cause and Patti Bushee helped to create and then blame progressive groups who are playing by the rules. Common Cause has been asleep at the wheel on this one.

What’s worse is The New Mexican’s hypocrisy around the “spirit” of public financing.

One can argue that newspapers, for-profit entities, are just as much a “special interest” as the entities they castigate.

PACs and unions have as much right to talk to voters as say, The New Mexican does. After all, The New Mexican’s editors write editorials and make endorsements in every election, worth hundreds of thousands of dollars in in-kind support for candidates with whom The New Mexican agrees and against candidates that oppose The New Mexican’s ideology.

The New Mexican even makes these endorsements in publicly financed elections. Ninety-five percent of the time I agree with The New Mexican. But if we applied The New Mexican’s logic against PACs, what happens if say, a paper with a conservative ideology endorses a libertarian or conservative candidate in the election? At least candidates and PACs must disclose its income and expenditures — newspapers do not.

In fact, one can argue that newspapers, for-profit entities, are just as much a “special interest” as the entities they castigate.

If The New Mexican wants to fix public financing, then it should lead the charge to change the rules. And, again using the same logic The New Mexican proposed, The New Mexican and our other papers could lead by example and volunteer to stop editorializing and endorsing in this election and those to follow. There is a growing trend in newspapers deciding to no longer make political endorsements. If The New Mexican really believes in voluntary disarmament, then it should stop choosing to make political endorsements. But the paper won’t because it knows well that elections are not won through silence. They are won by speaking up for what you believe in.

Sandra Wechsler is a political consultant from Santa Fe who managed Mayor David Coss’ re-election and his Legislature bid. She is also the spokesperson for Progressive Santa Fe PAC.

version of “strong mayor,” which the council amended to take back some limited power (such as the ability to fire a city manager if six councilors concurred and allowing some say in policy matters), but this amendment as it stands greatly changes the balance of power at City Hall. Several councilors have said recently that they support some aspects of this amendment (usually the full-time mayor) and reject others.

This amendment is not ready for prime time. A major change in government such as this one needs to be more carefully crafted and subject to much more public input and debate.

This amendment was not heard until the very end of the charter review process and was further amended at council without much public input. It combines two separate ideas, the fulltime mayor and the strong mayor, into one package, making it impossible to vote for one change and not the other.

The provisions of Charter Amendment 9 are not scheduled to go into effect until 2018. There is plenty of time to discuss these issues and put an improved amendment (or amendments) on the ballot in 2016 if the public is interested in addressing these questions.

A “no” vote on Charter Amendment 9 can be the start of a better public dialogue on the way city government should function.

Karen Heldmeyer is a former city councilor and an observer of the charter review process.

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s a longtime advocate of affordable housing, I have learned that the role of local government is key to providing housing opportunities for members of our community’s workforce. But for local government to be effective in supporting programs and policies that improve the lives of our citizens, local government must itself be effective and efficient in carrying out its own operations.

Over many years of working with city government, including working with four different mayors, from Sam Pick to David Coss, I have also learned that our current part-time mayor system needs to be reformed.

Under the current system, the mayor is only part-time, although the issues affecting our future demand full-time attention. Under the current system, the mayor doesn’t even get to vote on important policies (unless his or her vote is required to break a tie), even though the mayor is the only city official elected by the entire city.

Under the current system, the city manager can’t be hired without council approval and can be removed without cause by a simple majority of the City Council. This effectively gives the manager nine bosses (eight councilors and the mayor) and causes the city manager

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to be pulled in multiple directions, making it nearly impossible to carry out his/her job. This has made the city manager’s office a revolving door, with 11 city managers during the last three mayoral administrations alone. This is an average time in office of 21 months. It takes this long to learn an organization with a $320 million budget and more than 1,500 employees.

Fortunately, on March 4, we have an opportunity to vote for more effective city government by voting for Charter Amendment 9. Amendment 9 will require the mayor to work full-time on behalf of Santa Fe. Amendment 9 will make city government more accountable and transparent. Amendment 9 will still allow the council to remove a city manager, but will require six council votes to take such a drastic action. This will allow the city manager, who is responsible for the day-to-day management of the city, to focus on managing city affairs rather than worry about council politics to keep his or her job.

Charter Amendment 9 is a modest step in improving the effectiveness our city government. Please vote for this important reform.

Mike Loftin is the executive director of Homewise Inc.

MY VIEW: CHRIS FURLANETTO

Charter amendments that deserve voter support

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he League of Women Voters of Santa Fe County is urging its members and the citizens of Santa Fe to vote in support of the following charter amendments. The league bases these recommendations on positions adopted through study, research, discussion and the consensus of its members.

Charter Amendment 1 will add water quality and availability to the list of resources needing environmental protection through regulation, conservation and relating development to water availability. The league believes that water is not only a necessity of life but must also be a key factor in any future growth. Because of Santa Fe’s arid climate, water is and will remain an ongoing governmental concern.

Charter Amendment 4 will establish an independent citizens’ redistricting commission for the purpose of designating municipal voting districts at least every 10 years. The league believes this new commission will help our community achieve a fair, rational and less political process for assigning voters to districts.

Charter Amendment 5 directs the Santa Fe governing body to limit the amount of campaign contributions that can be accepted by all candidates. The league consistently works to establish good practices in local campaign laws that effectively remove the undue influence of political contributions.

Charter Amendment 6 will ensure that timely disclosure of the purposes of tax increases and bond measures presented to voters is provided by the Santa Fe governing body. The league believes that voters can best make informed decisions on tax increases and bonds when they have accurate, timely and detailed information regarding the proposed use of these funds.

Charter Amendment 8 allows the mayor to have a vote on all matters before the Santa Fe governing body. The league believes knowing the position of the mayor on all issues improves transparency by having the mayor’s support or opposition on the record.

The league neither supports nor opposes charter amendments 2, 3, 7 and 9.

Don’t forget to vote on March 4 or consider early voting at the City Clerk’s Office by Feb. 28.

Chris Furlanetto is vice president and action and advocacy chairwoman of the League of Women Voters of Santa Fe County.

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THE NEW MEXICAN Sunday, February 23, 2014

MY VIEW: STEPHEN WIMAN

MY VIEW: MOLLY H. WHITTED

For real change, Dimas best choice Ask candidates about water T What are the T candidates’ he upcoming city election is the most important election we have had in many years. To all voters in Santa Fe: If you really want to make a change in our city, we have only one choice.

He is the only candidate who is committed to running our city government and who will address the city issues that have been forgotten over the past 10 to 15 years.

He will focus on our city streets that are in complete disrepair and on city facilities that have not been maintained and in some instances are not even being cleaned. He will focus on our city parks, which

have lacked the proper staffing to provide the upkeep they require. We need to stop making political appointments to run our city departments who do not have the proper experience, and most importantly, we need to get our city finances back in order. We need to audit each and every city department to find a baseline for the cost of operation.

We need a mayor who will hire professionals who meet the qualifications for the very important positions. A mayor who cares about this city, who has lived here all his life and has been dedicated to our youth.

A mayor who will get our city

police department back on line with the commitment to address our drug problem and crime that has gone unchecked for years. A mayor who will bring back morale among our city employees. Finally, we need a man who has lived a life of honesty, integrity and commitment to his family, his career and most importantly, our city.

Only one candidate can fill these requirements. This is a man I have known all my life, watching him devote his time in all the areas stated. He is a man who had the courage to stand up to the political pressure to participate in forums that focus on social issues and not the

important city problems facing our community.

This man is Bill Dimas — family man, city councilor, past magistrate judge, youth coach, local musician and the most honest man I know (except for my dad).

I’m asking all of you, if you are a citizen who really wants to change the direction of our city government, vote for the change that will move us forward.

Vote Bill Dimas. You won’t regret it.

Molly H. Whitted is a former city councilor and a native Santa Fean.

MY VIEW: JUDY KLINGER

Special interests, special attention I n response to the article (“Six Degrees of Javier Gonzales,” Feb. 16), Javier Gonzales wrote, “Others have tried to demean our efforts to strengthen community bonds, dismissing the success of our campaign as simply charisma and popularity. I don’t get it.”

What Gonzales apparently doesn’t get is that this isn’t about his campaign style or who his friends are. It is really about his campaign condoning the financial involvement of several PACs while taking $60,000 of publicly financed taxpayer money. He added that, “We absolutely have not coordinated anything with any outside groups. Period.” But his disavowal of the PACs is disingenuous at best. Here is why: u The Gonzales campaign headquarters, the Central Labor Council (which is paying union workers to work for his campaign, according to a notice on the AFSCME union website) and the Santa Fe County Democratic Party all share the same

one-story building at 1420 Cerrillos Road. u Next door at 1418 Cerrillos Road is the office of the IATSE union and Jon Hendry, who helped found the first known PAC in this election, Progressive Santa Fe. u Progressive Santa Fe is now run by Sandra Wechsler, David Coss’ campaign manager in 2010. In 2010, Morty Simon was Coss’ campaign committee chairman. Simon’s wife, Carol Oppenheimer, is now co-chairwoman of the Gonzales campaign. u Simon and Oppenheimer formerly were attorneys for AFSCME in Santa Fe. The national AFSCME office gave $5,000 to Santa Fe Working Families PAC, which supports Gonzales.

Are we still supposed to believe that there is “no coordination” between “outside” groups and the Gonzales campaign?

The Ethics and Campaign Review Board might rule

whether these PACs are legal in regards to public financing of campaigns. Nonetheless, Gonzales should not be allowed to use $60,000 of taxpayer money, a process voters approved to keep private money out of public elections.

By even passively working with all these PACs, he is showing his willingness to circumvent the intent if not the letter of the rules on public financing.

There is certainly nothing wrong with being a successful businessman. But I’m concerned that these ties might lead to conflicts of interest down the road in dealing with city contracts or development processes. Gonzales said this himself last month at a forum when asked about possible conflicts of interest. He responded that one possibility could be his job as vice president of corporate sustainability and responsibility at Rosemont Realty. (Although at another forum, he replied that he had none.)

Gonzales has spoken of

Judy Klinger is a retired reference librarian, having worked at the Santa Fe Public Library for 34 years. Klinger is also a former AFSCME union member.

specific ideas to improve our water conservation? and list some risk factors for each. (Hint: That list should include treated wastewater and water conservation.) Ask them if they are concerned about our heavy reliance on Upper Colorado River Basin water from the San JuanChama Project and whether they are concerned about declining levels in the Rio Grande and how both these factors might impact the Buckman Direct Diversion. And, in this time of uncertain recharge, what about pumping the aquifer when the BDD is unable to divert water?

Santa Fe is indeed a leader in water conservation, but we can do more. What are the candidates’ specific ideas to improve water conservation?

Planning for and developing future water supplies can take decades. What are their plans to ensure our water supply for future generations?

And how will those ideas be financed? How will climate change impact the Santa Fe River watershed? What about drought and fire danger? What do candidates think about thinning the forest in the watershed? What about the use of private wells in the city? What is the gallons per capita per day usage of our potable water supply in Santa Fe? How can the city do a better job of leading by example? How much does the average resident use per day and what percentage of that treated water is used for landscape irrigation?

I suggest that we all step up to query city candidates on these and other water-related issues as the election victors will be part of a governing body making important water policy decisions on our behalf.

Stephen Wiman has a background in Earth science (master’s and doctorate in geology), and he is the owner of Good Water Co. and a member of the city of Santa Fe’s Water Conservation Committee.

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That’s all well and good, but I can’t help but wonder whether his allegiance to various connections might signal an administration where special interests may receive special attention.

he city of Santa Fe’s Water Conservation Committee functions now as five task-specific working groups (also including interested citizens), which convene independently and then present their findings and progress at scheduled monthly meetings open to the public.

Two years ago, fellow conservation committee member Doug Pushard and I developed a slide presentation titled, “Water Conservation in Santa Fe.” Recently it was revised by the Water Conservation Education/Outreach Working Group, with assistance from the Water Conservation Office.

It is available for presentation to groups and organizations.

The presentation includes an overview of the diverse sources of supply that comprise our water portfolio, the percentage breakdown of our annual consumption by sector (citywide and single-family residences), the concept of gallons per capita per day, a comparison of Santa Fe’s gallons per capita per day with that of other cities, our ability to meet future demand, and reasons, rebates and incentives to encourage residents to conserve water.

We think that it is important to make this information available to all city election candidates. As an alternative to a public meeting, which has not been scheduled to date, Education/Outreach Working Group members sent a letter to all candidates (mayoral and council) describing the contents of the presentation and stating that we would gladly send the presentation to them upon request. We used their campaign email addresses registered with the city clerk.

After one week, there was not a single response.

Giving the candidates the benefit of the doubt, maybe they presume to have adequate knowledge about our water system, our sources of supply and the importance of water conservation in our future. But maybe not. I certainly do not gain that level of confidence from reading their campaign literature and from hearing their positions, which are replete with platitudes and generalizations but lacking in specifics regarding critical local water issues.

I encourage you to call the candidates to task. Ask them to name our six water sources

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Sunday, February 23, 2014

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MY VIEW: REBECCA WURZBURGER AND MATT ORTIZ

Web of supporters could Gonzales is the mayor city needs destroy public financing T T here have been some tough ones, but this election season is the most disheartening one I have experienced in all my years in Santa Fe. A publicity stunt was initiated

by Javier Gonzales’ campaign featuring the candidate and the city’s mayor pro tem (both of whom should have known better) who filed a “petition” or “open letter” — but did not file a required sworn complaint — to the Ethics and Campaign Review Board against Patti Bushee. They accused her of violating the city’s ethics code. The ethics panel began a hearing, but the accusers withdrew their “petition” from the floor before it could be heard, thus confirming suspicions that their action was nothing but a political ploy.

That attempt to smear Bushee was compounded by a serious complaint against Patti by a former consultant who was fired, and who then sought employment with Working America, a labor organization and an endorser of the Gonzales campaign. Both efforts were dismissed by the Ethics and Campaign Review Board.

The first pro-Gonzales politi-

cal action committee arrived in July, the first ever in Santa Fe elections. It arrived in this, the first year of a communityapproved public financing system in a mayoral election. Now there are several independent groups. Each has exercised its legal right to independently offer (and report) financial support for Gonzales. Those, in conjunction with an AFSCME labor union, have to date contributed $20,000 (not to mention paid “volunteers”) to the Gonzales campaign. That’s on top of the $60,000 limited spending cap available to each mayoral candidate through public financing.

You can be sure there will be more such contributions leading up to election day.

The president and treasurer of the first Gonzales PAC also headed the AFL-CIO labor union representing the film industry.

Until he withdrew, he also was a volunteer for the Gonzales campaign. (As he said in an article in The New Mexican on Oct. 11, “We are all interrelated.”) The office of the Gonzales campaign is in the Santa Fe County Democratic Party headquarters. The office of at least one PAC is in the county

Democratic Party headquarters. The AFSCME labor union, which also endorsed Gonzales, has its office (you guessed it) in the county Democratic Party headquarters.

Although all three mayoral candidates are Democrats, the Democratic Party machine has chosen publicly one candidate, Gonzales, to support and promote as our next “progressive” mayor.

I’m a lifelong, liberal (OK, “progressive”) Democrat. I support Patti Bushee for mayor.

I also have a regard for Bill Dimas. What I have no regard for are the tactics and behavior of the Democratic Party and the Gonzales campaign “handlers” of their candidate.

After the Gonzales campaign’s maneuvers and machinations, Santa Fe elections will never be the same. What we are seeing is a disgrace to our city and to our electoral process.

This could well ensure the end of a workable public financing system. Shame on them.

Marilyn Bane serves on several community boards and advocates for neighborhood protection and historic preservation efforts.

here are many reasons why 10 past and current councilors are supporting Javier Gonzales. Our 100 years of collective council service, under three mayors, has provided each of us the opportunity to learn firsthand what the important personal and leadership attributes of an effective mayor are.

Santa Fe needs a mayor with the personal attributes of integrity, a clear vision for our community, respect for others, truthfulness, clear values, openness to new ideas and a commitment to good policy vs. good press.

Santa Fe needs a mayor who has demonstrated leadership skills and ability to: u Bring together the diverse interests of Santa Fe. u Promote inclusive/non-

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his letter is to endorse Javier Gonzales for mayor of Santa Fe. First, as a county resident, his governmental experience at the county and in higher education will encourage this important relationship.

This will serve mutual and important citizen interests.

Second, I am impressed with the broad and diverse numbers of individuals and organizations and groups from the social action community that have endorsed his candidacy. This includes environmentalists, leaders in the water policy, community advocates for the concept of a “living wage,” organized labor, immigrants rights groups, cultural leaders, progressive business persons and other members of our important, progressive and activist community. They will have a sympathetic ally for those who work for social and economic justice.

Third, while he is committed to good government that responds effectively to the dayto-day issues such as potholes, he also shows an understanding of the importance of social and economic issues impacted by federal, state and county government policies that affect the health of our city. This includes war and peace, and the protection of minority, environmental and worker rights, to mention a few.

Lastly, lusty expression of political views in all campaigns and during the ongoing political process is and should be a part of American politics. In my judgment, Javier will be a unifier, respecting difference and open to all opinions and ideas.

Vote in this important election on March 4.

Stanley Rosebud Rosen is a professor emertius writing from Santa Fe.

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Gonzales has proven record of success former Councilor Cris Moore and myself, Javier was a staunch supporter of the Mountain Ordinance. He later advocated for the purchase of significant open space in Santa Fe County for the use of future generations.

Since Javier’s days as a county commissioner, he has demonstrated his ability to be a leader at different levels and on various issues. His experiences are more varied and extensive.

Most recently, because of the annexation of new sections of the county into the city, he is the only candidate for mayor that recognizes the need for the City Council districts to be redis-

best choice for mayor because he has all these personal characteristics and leadership skills.

He is unique among the mayoral candidates in presenting an economic and financial platform for building the publicprivate partnerships necessary to create a vibrant sustainable economy for Santa Fe. This is the No. 1 job of the mayor at this point if the city is to deliver the public services our citizens need and want. Javier is the best candidate to do this job because he has the positive vision, the will and the proven collaborative experience to deliver results. That is why we are supporting Javier Gonzales as Santa Fe’s next mayor.

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MY VIEW: FRANK MONTAÑO

t is with great pleasure that I endorse Javier Gonzales to become the next mayor of Santa Fe. When I was a city councilor, I had the opportunity to work with former County Commissioner Gonzales. At that time, I was chairman of the Extraterritorial Zoning Authority, which was a joint city and county authority.

Commissioner Gonzales was a member of the authority.

One of the most important laws to come of the EZA was the Mountain Ordinance, which forever protects the views of our mountains just outside the city limits for all to enjoy. Along with

divisive public policy. u Develop and move forward a citywide agenda with city councilors. u Implement — move ideas into measurable action. u Collaborate locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. u Communicate — both listening and speaking — with all constituents. u Recognize and honor the work done by city staff and councilors. u Create a climate at City Hall of responsiveness, respect and results. u Focus with the ability to make decisions. u Provide financial acumen to oversee management of the city’s $300 million budget.

When evaluated on these attributes, Javier Gonzales is the

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Javier, better than the other two candidates for mayor, understands the needs of our youth, education, seniors, economy and environment.

He has a proven record of success. He is the best candidate for mayor. I urge the voters of Santa Fe to help move our community forward by electing a progressive and visionary leader, Javier Gonzales, for our next mayor of Santa Fe.

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A Message from Bill Dimas I want to take this opportunity to share with you my concerns regarding the mayoral race and the conduct by one of my opponents. All three of us – Javier, Patti and myself – agreed to finance our campaigns under the city’s Public Financing process whereby there is a “level playing field” for the candidates using this approach. Unfortunately, special interest PAC’s have decided to get involved in this election. By doing so, they have violated the spirit and intent of the Public Financing process. These PAC’s have tainted the process and their candidate, putting both Patti and myself at a great disadvantage.

One would think that the PAC’s would cease and desist as requested by their candidate, but they continue to pour money into the election by financing direct mail communications, polling, paid staff, etc. I am of the opinion that Santa Feans oppose this blatant circumvention of what was supposed to ensure a fair and honest election process. Apparently, the PAC’s and their candidate believe that the end justifies the means.

I am proud to tell you that I have not had any ethics complaints either during this campaign nor when I served as your Magistrate Judge.

Instead of attending the various forums, I have taken my campaign directly to the people. My message to you is simple: BACK TO BASICS! I have published in this newspaper (every Sunday) the various initiatives I hope to implement if I am elected as your Mayor.

They include: • • • • • • • •

Crime Deterrence Programs Take Drugs Off Our Street Programs The Veteran’s Hiring Initiatives Workforce Housing Program for Teachers, Nurses, Police Officers & Firefighters A Business Friendly City Hall Tax Incentives for New Businesses No Increase in the Gross Receipts Tax Tighten Our Belt at City Hall; Cut Waste

“Bringing Our Community Together” • A Family Man – Married to his Candy for 31 years • Former Santa Fe Police Officer • Established Santa Fe’s first Neighborhood Watch Program • Boy’s / Girl’s Basketball Coach – 27 years • Magistrate Judge – 12 years on the bench

I hope you will join our effort to move Santa Fe forward by voting for me on March 4th. Thank you!

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MY VIEW: RICH DEPIPPO

MY VIEW: BERNARD FOY

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andidates for mayor and City Council have been staking out positions on issues recently, but an issue that I have not seen addressed is the installation of new cellphone and Wi-Fi towers in city limits.

Good or bad? Safe or dangerous?

I will be watching closely.

There is a surprisingly strong lobby in Santa Fe opposing new cellphone towers on the basis that they cause human illness.

I suspect it is a small group of residents, Bernard Foy although it is hard to gauge.

It’s a certainty, though, that they are misguided and decidedly uninformed.

The notion that cellphone radiation causes cancer and other human illnesses violates almost everything that we know about the science. The experience of knowledgeable researchers shows that the type of low-power radiation emitted by cellphone towers cannot induce chemical reactions. It is too feeble and much weaker than chemical bonds by several orders of magnitude. Damage to genetic material in cells, the first step in development of cancer, is a chemical reaction.

Therefore, among knowledgeable scientists there is not even any serious debate on the matter: Cellphones and cellphone towers cannot possibly cause cancer. We can rule out other human health effects on similar grounds.

For the claim of health problems to be correct, whole portions of modern biology, chemistry and physics would have to be shown incorrect. The foundations of science that have been reinforced by a century of experimental observations would all have to be discarded.

Not going to happen, folks.

So why does this issue refuse to die? I wish I knew how the Santa Fe school board, which is charged with ensuring a quality science education for our children, could have adopted such a terribly unwise resolution against a tower at its March

2013 meeting. Neighborhood associations, such as mine in Casa Solana, have also been tragically misled, pushing the towers into other neighborhoods. I won’t attempt to delve into the psychology of misunderstood threats, but I think it might be useful to draw an analogy with cold fusion.

Another provocative claim that surfaced in 1989. Alarmingly inconsistent with decades of careful physics experiments and supporting theory, it lasted for a few months and was then debunked. Strangely, however, a tiny number of people refused to give it up. A few journalists then declared that “the evidence is conflicting.” You be the judge of that assessment.

Actually, though, “cellphone cancer” is even worse than cold fusion. In the latter, there were laboratory results that were just wrongly interpreted. With cellphone cancer, there are no laboratory results at all. Claims of health problems have appeared in technical papers, but in journals that nobody has ever heard of — “journals” that do not employ basic peer review. All of the reputable epidemiological studies are showing unmeasurable effects, as expected.

(These studies have diverted a disgraceful sum of money away from needed health research, too.)

One similarity between the two controversies is that a tiny handful of people with the letters Ph.D or M.D. after their names continue to advocate for the discredited theory. This is shameful behavior. The best description of the situation comes from physicist Robert L. Park, who quipped “having a Ph.D is not an inoculation against foolishness.”

So what say you, decisionmakers of Santa Fe? Will you put aside this unscientific nonsense and permit access by residents to modern telecommunications technology? Or will you continue to deprive residents, notably the low-income, of the basic tools they need to succeed in today’s society? I am listening.

Bernard Foy has spent more than three decades professionally conducting laboratory research.

The past 100 years From The Santa Fe New Mexican: Feb. 23, 1914: Detroit — A WAR ON MORMONISM — A worldwide campaign against Mormonism to be launched in Detroit February 19, when former Senator Frank J. Cannon, of Utah, and Dr. James S. Martin, superintendent of the National Reform association, will speak at the First Presbyterian church. Following the Detroit meeting, leaders announce, similar demonstrations will be held in 50 other cities throughout the United States, culminating in a monster mass meeting in the American Academy of Music, Philadelphia. A joint demonstration, it is announced, will also be held in Carnegie hall, New York, April 23, under the auspices of the International Council for Patriotic Service. The campaign will be pushed with the ultimate intention to influence congress in enacting a constitutional amendment prohibiting polygamy. Ed: (In 1890 church president Wilford Woodruff issued a manifesto that officially terminated the practice of polygamy. In 1904 church president Joseph F. Smith disavowed polygamy before Congress and issued a second manifesto calling for all plural marriages in the church to cease.

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oming out” has been an extremely powerful engine for human rights. Millions of gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgendered Americans have come out over the past several decades. We are doctors and lawyers, soldiers and accountants, interior designers and football players.

Seeing such diverse people who are out and proud has helped to destroy mean and misleading stereotypes, and this is why our laws are finally changing to provide equal rights. This cause is particularly important if you care about our children. Being a teenager is tough, and being a GLBT teenager (enduring bullying, being made to feel ashamed, a suicide rate four times the average, etc.) has historically been much worse.

Those who have been out and proud for many years, and those who have supported us, have made a better life possible for the next generation, and that is reason to celebrate. We risked our jobs and our relationships with friends and family, but

our lives have also been more fulfilling because we channeled our energy into authentic relationships, building a good life and contributing to our society.

On the other hand, coming out only to get ahead of rumors because you are running for elected office seems less admirable. Attempting to position yourself as a leader, especially in the area of human rights, after sitting out this important fight for so many years is not credible. I would compare it to someone who did not run a marathon jumping onto the course to run the last mile ahead of those who ran the whole race. It may be a standard political tactic, but it bothers me.

It is good that Javier Gonzales finally came out, and I wish him well. We should remember that some people struggle to overcome their fear, and they deserve our support and understanding. However, his inability to deal with this issue until it was a political necessity is a concern, because he wants to be our next mayor. We need a

strong leader, and leaders must sometimes make tough, potentially unpopular decisions. We already have plenty of politicians who sweep problems under the rug, tell their supporters what they want to hear, and the result is that problems get worse and the solutions become more painful.

I will support the next mayor. I am sure that Javier Gonzales is a nice person, but I will be voting for Patti Bushee. She had the courage to come out many years ago, helped found the Human Rights Alliance, is an experienced business person, and over the past 20 years of service has shown herself to be an independent and criticalthinking city counselor. She has demonstrated the traits of a good leader.

Richard DePippo is a Santa Fe resident who has worked as chief executive of a local health care company, a business consultant and financial adviser. In 2006, he relocated from New York. He is a longtime supporter and activist in the GLBT community.

MY VIEW: MICHAEL E. VIGIL

Gonzales: ‘He knows what it means to struggle’

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very four years the citizens of Santa Fe elect a mayor to lead our city government. Every mayor must be ready to face numerous challenges involved in governing our city, including water and land, economic development, wages, jobs, transit, parking, police and fire, waste and recycling, senior and youth services, libraries and parks as well as unpredictable weatherrelated or other crises that come along.

Over the years, I have watched Javier Gonzales gain the experience and the knowledge that have prepared him well to serve as the next mayor of our city. I have

seen him grow from a young, inexperienced county commissioner into a mature and thoughtful business person ready to take on all the challenges our city faces. He has a demonstrated record of bringing people together to reach consensus in a respectful and ethical manner. In a time when division and stubbornness keeps government from functioning effectively, Javier’s ability to bring people together is not only sorely needed, it is also a breath of fresh air.

His experience as a regent at New Mexico State and New Mexico Highlands universities gives him a background in

education that will assist him in developing and supporting programs that will help our schools prepare our young people to succeed in college or careers.

Javier comes from a family that has been committed to service to our community for the past 60 years. He saw his family face challenges and make sacrifices, so he knows what it means to struggle and will not forget what families in Santa Fe are experiencing. Javier is prepared to lead our city. I urge the citizens of Santa Fe to elect Javier Gonzales as our next mayor.

Michael E. Vigil is a retired district judge.

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Memo: Wild horse management faces collapse decline to near-death condition as a result of declining water and forage resources.”

Those are among the few realistic alternatives given a crippling combination of congressional budget cuts, spiraling costs, lingering drought, a record 49,000 mustangs in long- and short-term holding, and an on-range population that doubles every four years and is expected to surpass 60,000 in 2015, Guilfoyle said.

It’s “nearing the point of financial insolvency due to undesirable trends in every aspect of the program,” she said in the

Budget cuts and spiraling costs, coupled with drought and overpopulation, could force ‘drastic changes’ to herds In a strongly worded internal memo to an assistant director of the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, Wild Horse and Burro Division Chief Joan Guilfoyle recommended suspending all roundups until thousands of mustangs currently in federal corrals are sold or adopted.

Guilfoyle also said sterilization should be considered, and she recommended for the first time euthanizing wild horses on the range “as an act of mercy if animals

By Scott Sonner The Associated Press

RENO, Nev — The head of the government’s $70 million wild-horse management program warned last summer that it is headed for financial collapse unless “drastic changes” are made in the decadesold roundup policy she said could be setting U.S. rangeland-improvement goals back 20 years.

Horses stand behind a fence at the Bureau of Land Management’s holding facility in Palomino Valley, Nev., in June 2013.

Budget cuts and overpopulation threaten the program’s future.

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Initiatives target life on city’s south side

Immigrants hoping for reform say lawmakers let them down once again

Sen. Martin Heinrich tours area, hears of efforts to improve living conditions

By Staci Matlock The New Mexican

Mauro Ortiz, 55, of Albuquerque, shown at his home Friday, is an undocumented immigrant from Chihuahua. He said lawmakers have been only playing with the immigrant community’s hopes and emotions as they fail to pass immigration reform legislation. LUIS SÁNCHEZ SATURNO/THE NEW MEXICAN

‘Playing with our pain’

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auro Ortiz has lived in New Mexico for the past 19 years without immigration status. He had hoped Congress would create a pathway to citizenship this year, so he was devastated when federal lawmakers announced weeks ago that, once again, immigration reform was likely going nowhere.

“You can only imagine how we felt,” Ortiz said.

“It’s like they’re laughing at us [and] playing with our pain.”

With deportations on the rise and no actions to legalize the estimated 11 million undocumented immigrants in the country, many pro-immigrant advocates have felt let down by lawmakers, who for the past decade have found various reasons

not to pass reform. The most recent reason given by lawmakers: President Barack Obama doesn’t enforce immigration laws.

The U.S. House Speaker John Boehner released a one-page document Jan. 30 on the GOP’s blueprint for overhauling immigration laws. Apart from more border security, the document says, Republican lawmakers would support a pathway to citizenship for immigrants brought to the country as children, and would allow other immigrants to obtain legal work status.

But a week after releasing the document, Boehner changed his tone again, saying it would be hard to take up immigration reform this year because fellow Republicans in Congress don’t trust Obama to enforce laws.

“That’s just pretty much a smoke screen,” said Richard Schaefer, an associate professor at The

University of New Mexico’s communication and journalism department.

Schaefer, who studies immigration policy, said tea-party Republicans are facing a minor, but vocal, group of constituents who will oppose anything Obama proposes when it comes immigration reform. And with the midterm election season approaching, those lawmakers are more worried about their seats than legalizing millions of undocumented immigrants, he said.

After Boehner said the House wouldn’t be taking up the immigration measure, Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-New York, encouraged House Democrats on Feb. 13 to revive the bill through a congressional maneuver known as a discharge petition. The effort would bring the bill, which

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IMMIGRATION IN THE UNITED STATES BY THE NUMBERS

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Percentage of foreign-born population in the United States in 2011.

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Percentage of foreign-born population in New Mexico in 2011.

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Number, in millions, of estimated undocumented people in the U.S. in 2011.

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Cost, in millions of dollars, of undocumented people in the U.S. in 2011.

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Number, in millions, of people deported during the Obama administration.

At La Familia Medical and Dental Clinic in the Agua Fría village on Saturday, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich glimpsed the efforts of a community working to reinvent itself.

The challenges are many, noted City Councilor Carmichael Dominguez, who represents the city’s south side. Some students in the area lack Internet access, so they struggle to finish homework assignments. Many adults spend hours getting food because they have to catch a bus or walk more than a mile to reach a store. And the area is lacking safe places to walk.

Dominguez and others have been working on several initiatives aimed at improving living conditions in the fastestgrowing sector of the city.

During his visit Saturday, Heinrich heard about the Quality of Life Initiative, which is hosting events to bring together service providers, nonprofits, employers, educators and residents to address southside needs.

He also heard from staff at La Familia who work with a program launched last year called Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health. That program is designed to get service providers and community leaders homing in on problems like the high school dropout rate, health problems and food insecurity, said Andrew Black, Heinrich’s field representative in Santa Fe. Funded by a grant from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the program also is working to address the south side’s high rates of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes and hypertension.

“The root cause of these health problems is the lack of access to healthy foods and physical activity,” said Bonnie Lochner, who runs the program for La Familia.

Lochner said 23,000 Santa Fe residents live in four “food deserts” within the city, meaning they live a mile or more from the closest store with fresh food. More than 15,000 are low-income, she said. To help alleviate the problem, the Community Health program has increased the number of farmers selling at the Southside Farmers Market and is launching a mobile fresh food vending service and

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City seeks ‘shared vision’ for St. Francis pedestrian underpass Public event offers ideas for making crossing safer

By Uriel J. Garcia The New Mexican

Santa Fe officials are inviting the public to take part in a “design charrette” for a long-debated St. Francis Drive crossing at the Acequia Trail, north of the Cerrillos Road intersection.

A city team will present some of its ideas for making a safer crossing for pedestrians and bicyclists. Then the community will be invited to develop a

“shared vision” for the project by contributing ideas for the underpass design.

The meeting will be held from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, at El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe, 555 Camino de la Familia in the Railyard.

Last year, the City Council approved the underpass as a way to connect the Railyard to the Acequia Trail, which runs behind the New Mexico School for the Deaf and the neighborhood west of St. Francis Drive.

“Comments will be accepted on bicycle, pedestrian and equestrian issues as well as natural resources and cultural resources,” says a city news release on the design charrette.

Section editor: Howard Houghton, 986-3015, hhoughton@sfnewmexican.com

The city already has federal government approval for the project. That was needed because St. Francis Drive is part of U.S. 84/285, a federal highway.

The estimated cost of the underpass project is $3.5 million.

The city has been discussing the project since at least 2012. The public has shown support for an alternative to an at-grade crossing, with most in favor of an underpass, although some people have opposed creating any crossing for the trail.

Contact Uriel J. Garcia at 986-3062 or ugarcia@sfnewmexican.com. Follow him on Twitter at @ujohnnyg.

A Santa Fe city government preliminary design for an underpass crossing for walkers and bicyclists beneath St. Francis Drive and north of Cerrillos Road. COURTESY GRAPHIC

IF YOU GO What: Design charrette for the Acequia Trail Open-Underpass Crossing of St. Francis Drive Where: El Museo Cultural de Santa Fe, 555 Camino de la Familia When: 4 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 27

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FUNERAL SERVICES & MEMORIALS

GEORGE NICHOLAS BUFFINGTON

PHILIP M. SMITH

IN LOVING MEMORY

George Nicholas Buffington, cowboy, lawyer, and author, died on November 9, 2013, at his home in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He was 87.

Infinitely curious and always youthful, with boundless energy and a broad range of interests, Nick packed a great deal into "The Hyphen" between 1926 and 2013 . . .

Nick was born in Evanston, Illinois, the second of three children, to Sarah Louise Buffington and George Nicholas Buffington. An enthusiastic Western-style horseback rider from the age of 4, Nick also attended the Farm School System - in which education was taught to Grades 1-4 in one-room country schoolhouses. Restless and dyslexic, long before dyslexia was commonly understood, Nick attended five additional Midwestern schools before his parents sent him East, hoping that by age 15 he was ready for a serious education. It was 1941, and Nick lasted one year plus summer school at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts. Nick’s greatest recollection of his time at Andover - besides his frequent escapades - was when the Headmaster interrupted class to announce the beginning of World War II, saying "Gentlemen, the age of the playboy is over." Eager to join the military which Nick equated with excitement - he entered Preparatory School for the Naval Academy and West Point. The discipline didn’t suit Nick there either, and he next found himself at the Hill School in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Two months of more misadventures resulted in expulsion again. Finally, having spent family vacations in Arizona and New Mexico, Nick’s parents sent him West to the Judson School in Phoenix, where he fell in love with rodeoing and the dude wrangler life at Squaw Peak Ranch. Book learning took a definite back seat to bronc riding, calf roping, team tying, and dreaming of someday having his own ranch in Silver City, New Mexico. Some of these experiences would be captured over half a century later in his first novel, Virgin Spring.

At age 17, with parental permission, Nick joined the U. S. Navy from 1944-1946. He trained to be an Aviation Radioman-Gunner in TBM Avenger torpedo bombers in the Navy Air Corps, but by the time he was set with his PBM squadron in Corpus Christi, Texas, World War II ended. Nick was tremendously disappointed he was never able to see "action."

With both the war and his teenage years over, Nick moved into a boarding house in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and attended a "cram school," where he made up 3 years’ worth of high school in half that time. When he applied to Harvard, he discovered that the new Dean of Admissions was the same history teacher who had kicked him out of Andover. Harvard Dean Wilbur Bender declared, "Nick Buffington will be admitted over my dead body!" Nonetheless, Nick entered Harvard College in 1947. By the second year he was on the Honor Roll, and by the third year had accelerated to graduate with the Class of 1950. He then went to Harvard Law School, graduating with the Class of 1953.

Nick belonged to the Owl Club, and was a member of the Harvard Club of NYC for over 50 years.

G. N. Buffington, Esq., began his career as an attorney specializing in Federal tax matters. He became licensed to practice law in three jurisdictions - Massachusetts, Washington, D. C., and New York. From 1957-1961 he worked on international taxes at the United States Treasury Department.

He also collaborated with the Assistant Treasury Secretary designing tax reform proposals, many of which were later implemented by Ronald Reagan in the 1986 Tax Reform Act. He spent 7 years as Tax Counsel and Assistant Treasurer at International Paper Company. He was Trustee and Secretary of the Boston office of North American Mortgage Investors, and in 1971 moved to Washington, D. C., as Executive Vice President and General Counsel at the National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts. His final years of employment were as Of Counsel at the law firms of Fulbright & Jaworski and Lane & Edson.

Disenchanted with the practice of law, which he felt had become greedy and no longer collegial, Nick retired to Santa Fe, New Mexico. Here he wrote four books of fiction: Virgin Spring - A Southwest Story of Romance and Adventure (published in 2001); Apache Casino (which was published in 2006 and won the 2007 New Mexico Book Award); The Patriarch - A Novel of Corruption and Terrorism, Love and Loss (published in 2007 and awarded Editor’s Choice); and High Tide (still to be edited).

Nick loved the high-tech world, but continued to be a voracious reader of hardcover books as well as an inveterate crossword puzzler. Along with his mug of coffee, he devoured The New York Times, The New Yorker, and numerous literary and left-wing magazines. A long-time compassionate liberal, Nick was politically engaged with informed opinions, and his great sense of humor frequently acknowledged life’s absurdities.

In addition to bareback riding, Nick was a guitarist, lifeguard-certified swimmer, sailor, skier, runner, tennis player, and excellent figure skater - from the 1950s to 1970 he was a member of the Washington Figure Skating Club and the Skating Club of New York City at Madison Square Garden.

Nick Buffington was married in 1947 to Alice Hall, with whom he had three children: George, Anne, and John. In 1965, he married Patricia Richards, with whom he had son Michael. Both his previous marriages ended in divorce. In 1972, in New York City, Nick met and promptly married Pamela Cady Schaeffer, the love of his life for 41 years. Along with his wife Pamela, of Santa Fe, Nick is survived by his four children: George Buffington, of San Francisco, California; Anne Buffington, of Little Falls, New York, and Brewster, Massachusetts; John Buffington, of Princeton, Massachusetts; and Michael Buffington, of Rio Rancho. In addition, he leaves four grandchildren: Camille and Adam Kardash, Jessica Buffington, and Luke Buffington, as well as several nieces and nephews. Nick is also survived by his sister Anne Cole, of Lincoln and Sippewissett, Massachusetts, and Delray Beach, Florida; and sister Drucilla Buffington, of Arlington, Massachusetts, and Delray Beach, Florida.

Nick faced his many significant health challenges admirably - with exceptional courage, hope, and good humor. The family would like to thank the staff of the PMS Hospice Center, especially nurse Ken Peterson, for his wise and compassionate care. Memorial donations may be made in Nick’s name to his favorite nonprofit organizations: The Hospice Center, 1400 Chama Avenue, Santa Fe, NM 87505; or to Mayo Clinic, 13400 East Shea Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ 85259.

BETTY R. CALDWELL Of Santa Fe, NM, was born in Dallas at Baylor Hospital on February 11, 193l to her late parents, Elizabeth Laird Caldwell of Dallas, TX and Jimmy Caldwell of New Mexico. Betty had serious health issues and had been in severe pain for many months. She celebrated her 83rd birthday with close friends, beautiful flowers, lots of cards, delicious food, and her favorite wine. The following evening, February 12, 2014, while watching the Olympics, she died in a matter of moments at home. She will be missed by her family and many friends all over the country.

Betty is survived by her partner of 52 years, Norma ("Niki") Kearby, M.D. They were married September 1, 2013 at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Santa Fe. She is also survived by her sister, Jamie Dietrich and brother-in-law, Bob Dietrich of New York City as well as her brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Larry and Diana Alders of Brenham, TX. She has two nieces, Patricia Andrus and Angela Hicks and two great nephews, Michael Andrus and Kevin Hicks. Additionally, she is survived by her adopted daughter, Mary Catherine Casey, M. Div., and her partner, Robin Connell of Albuquerque and her spouse’s adopted daugher, Kathryn PhilpottHill, D.D.S., and her partner, Pamela Branning, M.D. of New Orleans.

Betty was valedictorian of her high school in Dallas, and received her college education at LSU in Baton Rouge, LA. She majored in French language and studies, during which time she also learned to pilot a plane, and solo.....before she had learned how to drive a car! Betty was a Fulbright scholar and spent a year abroad studying in France. She especially enjoyed buying a scooter and driving all over the French Alps...including arriving in Rome on Easter weekend...with no reservation! When she returned to New York she studied at Columbia University and received her Masters degree in French.

She returned to Louisiana and taught French at St.Mary’s Dominican College and Loyola University, both in New Orleans. She retired Emeritus at 50 after developing hypertension.

Betty and Niki met on New Year’s Eve, 1961, at the home of mutual friends in the French Quarter in New Orleans. They bought and renovated a home on Decatur St, built in 1835. Betty loved to cook like Julia Child, and actually met Julia one afternoon on her own street. She was able to have wonderful dinners...always using Julia’s recipes. Betty was a passionate Francophile and celebrated all things French-the language, music, food, wine, movies and art of France where she returned frequently throughout her lifetime.

In 1982, Caldwell and Kearby were founding members of the New Orleans chapter of PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) and were later active in the Santa Fe chapter. They were instrumental in creating annual PFLAG scholarships that continue in both chapters.

They owned homes in historic districts of New Orleans and Santa Fe and were ardent preservationists and members of the Vieux Carre Property Owners Association and Historic Santa Fe Foundation. The Santa Fe property was purchased and renovated by her late father.

In the springtime, there will be a celebration of Betty’s life in Santa Fe with the time and location as yet undetermined. Additionally, there will be a celebration in New Orleans. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations be sent to either the PFLAG Santa Fe Scholarship Fund, PO Box 32053, Santa Fe, NM 87594; PFLAG Scholarship Fund, New Orleans, PO Box 15515, New Orleans, LA 70175; Santa Fe Animal Shelter and Humane Society, 100 Caja del Rio Road, Santa Fe, NM 87507 or Jefferson SPCA, 4421 Jefferson Hwy, Jefferson, LA 70121.

Philip M. Smith, of Santa Fe, New Mexico, died on February 16 after a brief illness. A leader in national and international science and technology policy and in the management of federally sponsored research and development for more than five decades, Mr. Smith was Director of the National Research Council of the National Academies of Sciences and Engineering for thirteen years in the 1980s and 1990s, and remained active on Academy committees after his retirement. He previously was an Associate Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy in the Ford and Carter administrations, and branch chief for science at the Office of Management and Budget during the Nixon administration.

From 1959 through 1971 he directed polar and oceanographic research at the National Science Foundation. He was a glaciologist in the International Geophysical Year in 1957-1958, and was centrally involved in the organization of the U.S. Antarctic Research Program that followed the IGY. In his early years, he was active in cave exploration, and helped establish the Cave Research Foundation.

Mr. Smith was an active outdoorsman, and throughout his life explored the rivers and mountains of the American West, Alaska, the Appalachians, and Africa. He was a member of the team that famously staged in 1960, in New Zealand-designed jet boats, the first and only up-canyon run of the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon.

An ardent supporter of the arts, he was a theatre, classical music and dance devotee, and an avid art collector. Mr. Smith was especially interested in the work of the Washington Color School artists such as Sam Gilliam, and the works of contemporary Southwest American artists. His collection of works by the extended Dan Namingha family form the basis of a permanent display at the Museum of Northern Arizona. Mr. Smith was actively engaged in promoting young artists, and as part of his endowment to NMA is the creation of the Namingha Institute-an annual master class retreat for emerging artists to study with masters of contemporary art.

A native of Springfield, Ohio, Mr. Smith held a B.S. and M.A. from Ohio State University and an honorary doctorate from North Carolina State University. He was the recipient of many awards and honors-most recently honorary membership in the Scientific Committee for Antarctic Research, an international committee of the International Council for Science. He is survived by a brother, David Smith, of Centerville, Ohio; two nieces, Diane Lutter, of Spring Valley, Ohio, and Karen Melin, of Findlay, Ohio; and their children Emily Lutter, Brian Lutter, Amanda Lutter, Benjamin Lutter, and Laura Melin. He is also survived by a worldwide network of people who proudly call themselves "Friends of Phil."

RAMON N. MONTOYA Age 91, of Santa Fe passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2014. He was born on August 20, 1922 to Delfina Sanchez and Juan Montoya. He was married to Virginia Espinoza.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Espinoza Montoya, parents, Juan and Delfina Montoya, sons: Phillip and Johnny Montoya, sisters: Maria Segura, Irene Montoya, Emila Duran, Lucy Ortega, brothers: Joe, Pete, Horace Montoya, son in law, Henry Quintana, grandson, Kriz Henry Quintana.

He is survived by his companion, Helen Rivera, daughters: Elsie Ruiz(Joe), Josie Jacquez (Henry), Rose Quintana (Albie), sons: James Montoya (Lucy), Ray Montoya (Marie), Joseph Montoya (Carla), many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great great grandchildren, nephews, and nieces.

A special thank you to the Rivera Family for the Love You Gave Ramon, He loved his family deeply and was very proud of all of them. He was a wonderful father and grandfather, also a great provider. Ramon enjoyed collecting antique automobiles like Model T’s, Model A’s. There was always an antique car in front of his home. He was also a member of Vintage Car Club of NM. Ramon loved to dance, you would always see him on the dance floor.

Ramon was the owner of Ramon Montoya Construction for over 60 years. He left his mark all over Santa Fe, with his art of masonry, along with the beautiful red brick walls, fireplaces, and homes he built. In the late 40’s Ramon was an officer for the Sheriff Department. Special thanks to Kelly Ortiz for the care you gave Ramon.

A Rosary will be held on Monday, February 24, 2014 at 7 p.m. at St. John’s the Baptist Catholic Church. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at 9 a.m. at St. John’s the Baptist Catholic Church followed by interment at Rosario Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be: Joshua Quintana, Joseph Montoya Jr., Michael Montoya, Richard Montoya, Robert Montoya, Joe Ruiz Jr. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Ray Montoya Jr., Chris Montoya, Leonard Jacquez.

417 East Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87505 Phone: (505)989-7032 Fax: (505)820-0435 santafefuneraloption.com CHARLIE C. ANAYA Charlie C. Anaya 80 of Stanley, NM passed away on January 24, 2014, to complications of diabetes and a massive heart attack.

Charlie was born on October 14, 1933 in Galisteo, NM to parents Virginia and Frank S. Anaya.

He retired from the Stanley Landfill as a caretaker for 29 years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Virginia and Frank S. Anaya, Mela and John Romero, Frank, Julia and Donna, Alfonso, Arthur and Ventura.

He is survived by his sister, Michelle Robles, brother, Cipriano Anaya (Pauline), sister in law, Annette Anaya, and many nieces, great nieces, nephews, great nephews, relatives and friends.

We sincerely thank Rosa Chavez, his caretaker and her children Ruben & Camila who loved Charlie very much. We also want to express thanks to the immediate family, relatives and friends who visited Charlie at the hospital. Thanks to the Doctors, nurses and PMS Hospice Staff making Charlie comfortable.

Services will be held in Galisteo, NM on March 1, 2014 at Nuestra Sonora de los Remedios. Rosary will be recited at 11 a.m. and Mass to follow at 11:30 a.m. Burial will take place at the Galisteo Cemetery at a later date. A Reception will follow after mass at the Galisteo Community Center.

Arrangements by Rivera Family Funeral Home, (505)753-2288. To share a memory, please visit our website at www.riverafuneralhome.com

ALFONSO (FONZIE) MAES

Alfonso (Fonzie) Maes, 77, of Pecos, NM passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in La Cueva, NM on November 15, 1936 to Julianita Lujan and Abel Maez Sr. Alfonso was a very loving and caring person. He enjoyed working outdoors and he loved being a carpenter.

Spending time with family and friends and cruising through the town of Pecos were also some of the things he loved to do.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Julie A. Maes, grandson, Jose Chavez, parents, Abel Maez Sr. and Julianita Lujan as well as other family members.

He is survived by his sons: Anthony and Rudy, daughters: Helen (Alvie), Patricia (Jesus), Lisa (Luis), as well as many friends and family.

A Visitation will be held on Monday, February 24, 2014 from 5 - 7 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 7 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. A Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at 9 a.m. at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church. Interment will follow immediately at the Pecos Cemetery.

Memorial Contributions can be made at Rivera Family Funeral Home or the account of Alfonso P. Maes memorial at Wells Fargo Bank.

Pallbearers will be: Anthony, Rudy, Miguel, Jerry, Lonnie, and Patrick.

Honorary Pallbearers will be: Marina, Melissa, Jessica, Manny, Monica, Jennifer, Bridgette, Ashley, Veronica, Angelica, Jacklyn, Armando, Joaquin, Joshua, and many great grandkids.

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Police notes The Santa Fe Police Department is investigating the following reports: u Dominic A. Baca, 22, 4760 Vista del Sol, was arrested Friday on a charge of driving with a revoked license.

He was booked into the Santa Fe County jail. u John F. Chavez, 35, 135 Juan de Rios, was arrested Friday at the Santa Fe County jail on an outstanding District Court warrant on a charge of receiving stolen property valued at between $500 and $2,500. u Unknown suspects broke into a house in the 100 block of San Salvador on Friday.

Jewelry, a laptop computer, an iPod, cameras and silver were stolen from the residence. u Tommy T. Mares, 56, 2101 Calle Tecolote, was arrested Friday on charges of driving on a revoked license, having an open container alcohol and prohibited use of a cellphone. He was booked into the county jail on a $1,000 cash bond. u A 2006 Rocky Mountain bicycle and the cable lock around it were both stolen Friday between 5 and 6:30 p.m. from an apartment in the 2500 block of West Zia Road.

Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the following reports: u A juvenile male inmate was arrested Saturday on a charge of battery on a peace officer at the Santa Fe County Juvenile Detention Center after he allegedly charged a guard and hit him in the face.

The officer was uninjured. u Joseph Martinez, 29, of Santa Fe was arrested Saturday at the Buffalo Thunder Resort & Casino in Pojoaque on a charge of assault on a peace officer. Police and casino security reported Martinez was being loud and threatening law enforcement officers. He allegedly attempted to strike a police officer as he was being escorted from the casino.

Martinez was booked into the county jail.

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Man found dead in Montana river was featured in documentary about methamphetamine BILLINGS, Mont. — A 24-year-old man whose body was found in the Missouri River behind Black Eagle Dam was featured in the 2006 HBO documentary Montana Meth.

Toward the end of the film, the then 16-year-old Graham Macker is asked by his mother, “How does it end?”

Macker says, “I don’t know.”

On Wednesday his body was found as PPL Montana workers broke up ice near the dam.

Cascade County officials said he drowned.

“Our condolences, thoughts and prayers go out to his family,” Amy Rue, executive director of the Montana Meth Proj-

ect, told the Billings Gazette on Friday. “Meth use continues to be a serious issue in our communities. It is a highly addictive substance that destroys lives.”

On Nov. 14, Macker was reported as a walk-away from the pre-release center. It was suspected that he hid in vegetation along the south side of the

Missouri River. Sheriff’s deputies, Great Falls police dogs and a Homeland Security helicopter were unable to find Macker.

There was no indication he went into the river that evening, authorities said.

Macker had been sent to the pre-release center for probation violations relating to

2009 forgery and bad-check charges in Kalispell.

“He was a son, a brother and a wonderful friend to so many people,” Rue said.

“There is so much more to Graham than just this one experience.”

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DWI arrests u Elliot Chavez, 24, 1414 MaClovia St., was arrested by city police Saturday on charges of aggravated DWI, his third offense, driving on a revoked license and concealing identity. u Santigo RamirezVelazquez, 32, of Santa Fe was arrested Saturday on charges of possession of a controlled substance (cocaine), having an open container of alcohol and aggravated DWI at Zepol Road at Calle Nueva Vista after sheriff’s deputies allegedly found him passed out in his car with the engine running. Ramirez-Velazquez had a breath alcohol content of 0.16 or greater, according to the report, and was found with a $5 bill containing a white powdery substance suspected of being cocaine. Two open bottles of Modelo beer were in the center console.

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Lesli Surette, resident of Santa Fe NM, died on February 15, 2014. Lesli was born on July 5th, 1956 in Roswell NM. She is survived by her mother, Eulalia Surette, her brother and three sisters.

Lesli was the head Concierge at Rainbow vision in Santa Fe NM and an Aflac agent. Lesli was a loving advocate for animals, a strong community activist and a cherished daughter, sister, aunt and friend.

Her sisters thank the friends and family across the US for their love and support always.

ERNESTINE VALDEZ BABCOCK 83, went home to God on February 19, 2014, while surrounded by her family.

Ernestine was a devoted librarian who worked in the Santa Fe Public Schools.

She loved children and family. She was a devout Catholic and a member of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites.

Ernestine is preceded in death by her husband, Robert Babcock, son, Billy Babcock, and several siblings. Ernestine is survived by her daughters, Angela Gomez (Saul), Anita Babcock, Cathy Quintana, Patsy Cross (Jerry), Roberta Garcia (Tommy), Evelyn Quintana (Ron), Ruth Muller (Philippe), and son, Paul Babcock (Katharina), many grandchildren and great grand children, her sister, Rebecca Friday (Joe), her brother, Eddie Valdez, and sister-in-law, Felipa Valdez. Ernestine was loved throughout her life. Serving as pallbearers: Saul Gomez, Jerry Cross Jr., Tommy Garcia, Tomas Garcia, Philippe Muller and Dennis Romero. Honorary pallbearers: Ron Quintana, Jerry Cross Sr., Cody, Tyler and William Babcock, Robert and Ryan Baca. A visitation and Rosary will be held on Saturday, February 22, at 6pm at Berardinelli. A Rosary will also be held on Sunday, February 23, at Cristo Rey Church at 6pm. Funeral Mass will be recited on Monday, February 24, at 9:30am at Cristo Rey Church with the burial immediately following at 11:15am at the National Cemetery.

Berardinelli Family Funeral Service 1399 Luisa Street Santa Fe, NM 87505 (505)984-8600 Please sign our guestbook for the family at: www.berardinellifuneralhome.com ROBERT P. MAES ROBERT P. MAES, 92, of Santa Fe, passed away Thursday, February 20, 2014. He was born October 2, 1921 at Cat Creek Homestead in Colorado. Robert and Euralia "Lala" Lopez were married on November 4, 1944. She preceded him in death on January 1, 1973. He married Lela Marie Wilson on June 6, 1975; she preceded him in death on September 25, 2011. He was also preceded in death by his son, Bobby Maes; grandson, Ryan Maes; granddaughter, Roberta Vigil; and son-in-law, John McLaughlin. Robert served with the United States Army and retired from New Mexico State Government through the Department of Public Safety. Robert is survived by his loving daughters, Patricia McLaughlin, Sandra Ramirez and husband Michael Ramirez, Melinda Carrillo and husband Andres F. Carrillo. Also surviving are many grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom he loved and who loved him very much, and all will miss him greatly.

Visitation will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at Rivera Family Chapel, 417 E. Rodeo Rd. Interment service with full military honors will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at 11:15 am at the Santa Fe National Cemetery.

Pallbearers will include Andres Carrillo, Jr, Erik Ramirez, Alberto Gurule, Alessandro Gurule, Augustine Carrillo, and Gabriel Carrillo. A Memorial Service is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at the Church of Christ, 1205 Galisteo, with Pastor Kent Hayhurst officiating.

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In loving memory DOUGLAS WARREN FRASER Douglas Warren Fraser, 72, died in his home in the early morning of February 15, 2014, surrounded by loving family members and friends.

Doug’s heart was always with the environment and the "critters." He loved the outdoors, skiing, hiking, sailing, camping, horseback riding, and river running. He guided his own boat through the Grand Canyon four times.

Doug was born in Hackensack, NJ on September 21, 1941 to Frances Van Valkenburg and Robert T. Fraser. He spent his early years on Staten Island, later attending 12 schools in the western U.S. He graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy in Prescott, Arizona, in 1959. He worked at Friendly Pines Camp near Prescott as a counselor and wrangler after graduation.

Doug then returned to New Mexico, where his family had deep roots. His great-grandfather, James Fraser, was a Presbyterian minister in Las Vegas from 1883-1888. Doug graduated from the University of New Mexico with a B.S. in Civil Engineering in 1964 and served as an Engineer for the New Mexico Highway Department and the New Mexico State Engineer’s Office, while attending UNM Law School. He received his Juris Doctor in 1971 and served as Assistant Attorney General and Chief Attorney for the, then, New Mexico Environmental Improvement Agency as well as the New Mexico Environmental Improvement Board and the New Mexico Water Quality Control Commission until 1977 when he became the City/County Attorney of Los Alamos. He served Los Alamos until 1985. In 1986 he became General Counsel to New Mexico Governor Toney Anaya. From 1987 to 1988, Doug served as Assistant City Attorney in Albuquerque. He then attended St. John’s College, and received an M.A. in 1990 from the Annapolis campus, when he entered private practice. That did not cause him to stop his public activities. In 1991 he served as Administrative Assistant for the New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department, and from 1994-95 he was Special Assistant to the Santa Fe City Attorney’s Office in the acquisition from PNM of the water system.

He served as a Lobbyist during legislative sessions from 1993 to 2011 for conservation and public interest organizations, including the Sierra Club and the New Mexico Credit Union Association.

Beginning in 1970 as a law student intern, he worked as draftsman and lobbyist on many pieces of legislation dealing in zoning, environment (water, air, occupational health and safety, etc.), liquor, bonding, municipal ordinance development, and charter amendments. He was instrumental in the passage of the Hardrock Mining Act of 1993 and worked on Endangered Species and Tire Recycling Acts and Anti-SLAPP Suit legislation.

Doug joined the Sierra Club in 1977 and served it in various capacities. He was Chair of the Santa Fe Group from 1997-2004 and Chair of the Rio Grande Chapter from 2004-2006.

He joined the Del Norte Credit Union Board of Directors in 2001, and served as Vice Chair and Chair, retiring in 2013.

In 2006, he became the founding Chair of Los Amigos de Valles Caldera, the friends group of the Valles Caldera National Preserve. He was serving in that capacity at the time of his death.

In between these activities, Doug realized another dream of his: to build his own "mud hut." Doug’s modernized yet authentic adobe dream house is a beautiful tribute to his talents.

Doug married his wife, Kathleen, a retired teacher, in 1988. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frances and Robert, by his step-daughter, Sebastiana Amy Sloan, and by his aunt, Edna Holden. He is survived by his wife, two daughters, Laura Fraser of Los Alamos and Margaret Fraser of Arizona, his son-in-law Kirk Thompson of Los Alamos, and a number of cousins.

Doug will be remembered at a Memorial Service on Thursday, March 13, 2014 at 2 p.m. at St. Bede’s Episcopal Church at 1601 S. Saint Francis Dr. in Santa Fe. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you honor Doug by donating to Los Amigos de Valles Caldera (www.losamigosdevallescaldera.org) or the environmental or animal protection organization of your choice.

The family has entrusted their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the Española Valley. You may leave your thoughts about Doug on their website www.devargasfuneral.com.

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Governors: Legalized pot buzz is ‘just smoke’ Republican, Democratic state chief executives urge cautious approach

By Ken Thomas and Steve Peoples The Associated Press

WASHINGTON — All the buzz at the National Governors Association meeting over legalizing pot, some say, is just smoke.

Nearly three months after Colorado began selling recreational marijuana, the nation’s governors are taking a cautious approach to loosening their drug laws despite growing support for legalization.

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chief executives meeting in Washington this weekend expressed broad concern for children and public safety should recreational marijuana use spread. At the same time, Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper is warning other governors against rushing to follow his lead.

He said he’s spoken to “half a dozen” governors with questions about his state’s experience, including some who “felt this was a wave” headed to their states.

“When governors have asked me, and several have, I say that we don’t have the facts. We don’t know what the unintended consequences are going to be,” Hickenlooper said. “I urge caution.”

The Democrat continued: “I say, if it was me, I’d wait a couple of years.”

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LAS CRUCES — A new government survey shows New Mexico has more farms and ranches than it did five years ago.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture survey also shows the state has seen significant increases in the number of young and minority farmers in recent years.

State Agriculture Secretary Jeff Witte said he’s glad to see a wider diversity of people getting into farming and ranching across the state. That diversity will help create more opportunity, he said.

“I’m proud of the increased numbers of young and beginning farmers and ranchers in the state, which assures us that agriculture will continue to be a major economic driver in New Mexico for years to come,” Witte said.

The 2012 agriculture census shows there are more than 24,700 farms and ranches in New Mexico, an 18 percent increase since 2007. That bucks a long-term national trend that has seen the number of U.S. farms drop. Meanwhile, the

amount of land for farming in the state has remained steady at about 43.2 million acres.

The survey also found that the number of minority-operated farms rose in the last five years, especially in the Hispanic community. The number of Hispanic-operated farms climbed from approximately 6,400 to more than 9,300.

The value of New Mexico agriculture products in 2012 came to $2.6 billion, a 17 percent jump from 2007.

“Part of what we are seeing is that more farmers and ranchers in New Mexico are taking the time to fill out the census as they understand the importance of having data that reflects agriculture trends in their communities,” New Mexico State Statistician Longino Bustillos said.

According to the USDA, a farm is any place that produced or sold at least $1,000 worth of agricultural products during the census year. As a result, the agency also classifies nurseries and greenhouses as farms.

A final report from the Census of Agriculture is expected in May with information about New Mexico farm operators down to the county level.

Four decades later, San Antonio man glad about receiving medal

By Olga R. Rodriguez The Associated Press

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Former Sgt. Santiago Erevia remembers the day in May 1969 when his Army unit came under heavy enemy fire in Vietnam. While crawling from one wounded solder to the next, the radio telephone operator used two M-16s and several grenades to single-handedly destroy four enemy bunkers and their occupants.

Decades later, the Texas man’s heroic feat earned him the Medal of Honor.

“I thought I was going to get killed when I started to advance because when you fight battles like that you don’t expect to live,” Erevia told The Associated Press on Saturday.

Erevia is one of 24 veterans who served in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam to receive the U.S. military’s highest honor after a congressionally mandated review of minorities who may have been passed over because of long-held prejudices.

The veterans — most of Hispanic or Jewish heritage — will be recognized in a March 18 ceremony that will try to correct the long-ignored ethnic and religious discrimination in the armed forces The 68-year-old retired postal worker is one of 18 Latinos whose heroic deeds earned them the Distinguished Service Cross, the nation’s secondhighest award for gallantry, and whose recognition is bringing to light the long history of military service among the Latino community — despite the prejudice they faced.

“For Mexican-American and Latino veterans, it’s a really high point,” Ignacio Garcia, a Vietnam veteran and Latino history professor at Brigham Young University, said. “It highlights the notion of duty — in spite of problems, and despite limitations that people put upon the Latino community, and despite having being treated as second-

class citizens.”

Erevia, cited for courage during a search and clear mission near Tam Ky, South Vietnam, on Santiago May 21, 1969, Erevia is one of three of the 24 veterans who will be honored who are still alive. Former Sgt. Jose Rodela, from Corpus Christi, Texas, who will receive the medal for bravery during fighting in Phuoc Long province, Vietnam, in early September 1969, also lives in San Antonio.

States are watching closely as Colorado and Washington establish themselves as national pioneers after becoming the first states to approve recreational marijuana use in 2012. A group is hoping to add Alaska as the third state.

Colorado became the first to allow legal retail sales of recreational marijuana on Jan. 1 and Washington is expected to launch its marketplace soon.

Hickenlooper confirmed that early tax revenue collections on Colorado pot sales have exceeded projections but cautioned that tax revenue “is absolutely the wrong reason to even think about legalizing recreational marijuana.”

Medical marijuana, meanwhile, is

legal in 20 states and the District of Columbia. Florida voters will decide on a proposed constitutional amendment to allow medical marijuana in November.

President Barack Obama’s administration has given states the green light to experiment with marijuana regulation.

Obama recently generated headlines when he said in an interview that he didn’t think marijuana was more dangerous than alcohol “in terms of its impact on the individual consumer.”

He said smoking marijuana is “not something I encourage, and I’ve told my daughters I think it’s a bad idea, a waste of time, not very healthy.”

Recent polling suggests that a majority of Americans support efforts to

legalize the drug. The issue cuts across party lines as liberals and libertarianminded Republicans favor the shift.

But governors gathered in Washington this weekend had a more cautious approach.

“I just had a longstanding belief that legalizing marijuana would not be in the interest of our youth or our people,” said Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, a Republican. “And I’ll maintain my position in opposition to legalization as long as I’m governor.”

New Hampshire Democratic Gov. Maggie Hassan says she’s opposed to legalization because her state already struggles with high rates of youth substance abuse. But she called for a “comprehensive look at our criminal laws and sentencing practices.”

In brief Governor: No ties to Twitter feed Gov. Susana Martinez’s gubernatorial re-election campaign denied Saturday that it is behind a Twitter account promoting her as a possible presidential candidate in 2016.

The Twitter feed, @martinez4prez, in its biography information, states, “Our mission is to raise awareness of New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez, a solid conservative who can beat [Democrat] Hillary [Clinton] in 2016.

“There is no affiliation at all” between Martinez’s gubernatorial campaign and the Twitter account, Jay McCleskey, Martinez’s political adviser, said Saturday.

Man surrenders in beating case LAS CRUCES — A Mesilla Park man sought by authorities in the beating of his girlfriend has surrendered to the Doña Ana County Sheriff’s Office.

Doña Ana County Sheriff’s investigators say 30-year-old Ernesto Vasquez turned himself in Friday in Las Cruces.

Vasquez is suspected of hitting his 28-year-old girlfriend in the face during an argument Feb. 1.

Authorities say the victim’s eye was swollen shut and will require plastic surgery.

Vasquez has been charged with one count of aggravated battery against a household member causing great bodily harm and one count of battery against a household member.

He is being held at a county detention center on $25,000 bond.

IN SOLIDARITY WITH VENEZUELANS Mauricio Gonzales, who is from Venezuela but lives in Albuquerque, participates in a demonstration Saturday in support of the Venezuelan people at The University of New Mexico.

About 80 people attended the demonstration. LUIS SÁNCHEZ SATURNO/THE NEW MEXICAN

Jury finds man guilty in shooting A man accused of threatening two women and several children at an Isleta Pueblo home with a rifle has been found guilty of federal assault and firearms charges.

Acting U.S. Attorney Steven Yarbrough says a jury in Santa Fe convicted 26-year-old Federico Lujan late Friday of discharging a firearm and two aggravated assault charges.

Prosecutors say Lujan, of Serafina, showed up at the residence July 5, 2012, with a .22 caliber rifle carrying almost 50 rounds of ammunition.

They say he fired shots outside while the two women gathered the 10 children inside to safety.

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When one of the women approached him and denied

the accusation, Lujan allegedly threatened to kill her and fired his rifle. No one was hurt.

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Case #H-13-036. 60 E. San Francisco. Downtown & Eastside Historic District. Duty & Germanas Architects, agent for Santa Fe Dining, owners, proposes to expand an existing portal on a non-contributing commercial property as remanded by the Governing Body on July 31, 2013. (David Rasch).

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Case #H-12-068. 825 El Caminito. Downtown & Eastside Historic District. Monica Montoya, agent for Cal & Donna Sugg, owners, proposes to increase the height of a street-facing yardwall at a contributing residential property above the maximum allowable height of 5’5”. A height exception is requested (Section 14-5.2(D)(9)).

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Case #H-11-105. 237 & 239 DeVargas Street. Downtown & Eastside Historic District. Duty & Germanas Architects, agent for El Castillo Retirement Residence, owners, proposes to construct a 300 sq. ft. trash enclosure at 7’ high with brown-painted metal gates, screen a hot box with a coyote fence and gate, and paint roof-mounted mechanical equipment an earth-tone color. (David Rasch).

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Santa Fe City Councilor Carmichael Dominguez and U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., talk about efforts to improve the city’s southwest side through collaborations between service providers and residents. STACI MATLOCK/THE NEW MEXICAN

Life: Bill increases health care centers Continued from Page C-1 neighborhood cooking classes.

Many families in the area can’t afford to get their kids into organized sports activities, “so we brought physical activity to the schools in after-school programs,” Lochner said, noting soccer and yoga classes have started at some of the south-side schools.

Heinrich said he was “blown away” by the collaborative efforts of the community and the organizations.

He has co-sponsored a bill introduced by Sen. Tom Udall to increase the number of primary health care services in New Mexico and across the U.S. He says an additional 219 primary care doctors are needed in rural New Mexico communities and underserved areas such as the city’s south side.

Contact Staci Matlock at 986-3055 or smatlock@ sfnewmexican.com. Follow her on Twitter @stacimatlock.

Memo: Activists say euthanasia violates act and Congress. She said things “we can’t do” include “remove August memo to Greg Shoop, animals,” ”new research” and assistant director for renewable “reduce or curb on-range popuresources and planning. lation growth.”

“Drastic changes in course “Funding and space prohibit are mandatory to remain the removal of any animals in financially solvent and reverse the near future. Euthanasia of trends” undermining the near-death animals is the only Bureau of Land Management’s responsible alternative,” she goals, she wrote. “Considering said. the circumstances, on-range While Guilfoyle’s assessment management goals may not be was unusually frank, it echoes achieved for another 20 years.” the General Accounting Office’s Labeled “Internal Working conclusion in a 2008 report to Document,” the Texas-based Congress that there was no end Wild Horse Freedom Federain sight to rising holding costs. tion obtained the memo under A year later, then-Interior Secthe Freedom of Information retary Ken Salazar warned “the Act and first posted it on its current path of the wild horse website Wednesday. The Associated Press also independently and burro program is not susobtained a copy Wednesday but tainable.”

Last June, Arizona Rep. Raul couldn’t confirm its authenticity Grijalva, the ranking Democrat until Friday. on a public lands subcommittee, Bureau of Land Management and 29 colleagues including Rep. spokesman Tom Gorey said it Dina Titus, D-Nev., told Interior was a “preliminary discussion document” produced in “recog- Secretary Sally Jewell the pronition of the tight fiscal climate” gram’s soaring costs had created an “untenable situation” for both and based on projections Conthe mustangs and taxpayers. gress would cut more from the The Bureau of Land Managency’s budget than it ended agement suspended roundups up doing last fall.

“It explores a range of interim shortly after Guilfoyle’s memo and has not formally scheduled measures that could be impleany this year. mented until more sustainable The Nevada Farm Bureau actions are available, such as the Federation and Nevada Associadevelopment of longer-acting, tion Counties argue roundups effective contraceptives and are necessary to cull overpoputhe reduction of holding costs,” Gorey said in an email to the AP. lated herds competing with livestock for forage. They filed The three-page memo offers a lawsuit in December trying a candid look at the political to force the Bureau of Land and public pressure fueling the Management to sell some older controversy that has raged for horses deemed unadoptable decades but intensified since without the usual prohibition the number of animals in holdon resale for slaughter — an ing first exceeded those on the idea the agency has opposed. range two years ago. Last fiscal Ginger Kathrens, executive year, holding costs topped $46 million — 61 percent of the director of the Colorado-based horse program’s overall budget. Cloud Foundation, said euthanizing or sterilizing mustangs Guilfoyle noted “heightened would violate the 1971 Wild and increasing interest” in polFree-Roaming Horses and Buricy changes among conservationists, ranchers, horse activists ros Act.

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Firefighters douse Isleta Pueblo blaze ISLETA PUEBLO — Firefighters have contained a fire on Isleta Pueblo that has burned nearly 80 acres.

KOAT-TV reports the West Lagoon Fire broke out around midnight Saturday and damaged about 76 acres near N.M. 314.

Authorities say nobody was injured.

They are warning drivers in the area of Belen and Los Lunas to proceed with caution because the air may be very smoky.

This is the second fire to break out in Isleta Pueblo in less than a week.

A fire in the same area occurred Sunday.

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“I hate to say it, but [immigration reform] is dead,” said Daniel Chand, a New Mexico State University professor who studies immigration enforcement policies.

Chand said a discharge petition is rarely successful, and if it’s used on a hot-button issue like immigration, it would most likely fail because it would still need support from more than a dozen House Republicans.

Immigrant-rights advocates say it’s disappointing that the chances for immigration reform are slim, especially during a time when deportations are at an all-time high.

The Obama administration

has deported 1.9 million immigrants, well more than any other president. Activists across the country have been targeting federal lawmakers by protesting at their district offices. In Washington, D.C., some activists have started a fasting campaign in order to bring attention to the issue.

Ortiz, 55, who is originally from Chihuahua, brought his wife and three children to Albuquerque almost two decades ago after construction jobs in his own country dried up.

“The only jobs left were low-paid, and with three kids, it was just hard to live on so little,” Ortiz said. “I just wanted to give them a better livelihood and a good education.”

Ortiz’s children — between the ages of 20 and 30 — have taken advantage of Obama’s Deferred Action for Childhood

Arrivals program, in which immigrants who came to the U.S. as children are allowed to apply for work permits and, eventually, a Social Security number. Now they are able to work in the country legally.

Ortiz is happy for them, he said, but he and his wife still have to live in the shadows.

He said he feels trapped.

“We just stay in, and it feels like we’re in a jail.”

Amparo Guerrero, a member of an immigration committee in Santa Fe, said, “Immigrants had hope, and we don’t want to lose that hope.”

With prospects of reform looking dim, she said, many immigrants are asking themselves, “We are human beings, too. Do we not deserve some respect?”

Ortiz said his bosses have taken advantage of his immigration status. He said they

have used it against him by withholding overtime wages, or they pay him less than someone who is living here legally.

Not having papers also means he cannot return to Mexico when he would like, forcing him to miss important family events back home.

When his mother-in-law died a few years ago, Ortiz’s wife didn’t attend the funeral because she worried she would not be able to get back into the U.S., he said. These are the type of sacrifices he and his wife have had to make, but now he said he wonders how much longer he can take it.

“There’s not much to do but keep working until our bodies last,” Ortiz said.

Contact Uriel J. Garcia at 986-3062 or ugarcia@ sfnewmexican.com. Follow him on Twitter at @ujohnnyg.

Woman held in tribal shooting known as bully

By Jeff Barnard The Associated Press

CEDARVILLE, Calif. — Practically everyone in this tiny town in the high desert of northeastern California’s Surprise Valley knew Cherie Lash Rhoades.

A leader of the Cedarville Rancheria, she worked in the tribe’s gas station and convenience store and wore brightly colored tank tops that showed off her tattoos.

But it is tough to find anyone with a kind word to say about her.

“She bullied her way through life,” said Sandra Parriott, a lifelong resident of Cedarville and owner of two downtown markets. “But I would never think she would start blowing people away in a meeting.”

Police arrested Rhoades on suspicion that she did just that Thursday in Alturas, leaving four dead and two wounded in a gun and knife attack at a meeting on whether to evict Rhoades from one of the nine little houses on the rancheria.

Eviction from tribal housing is among the most serious punishments for American Indians. Though police have said they are still working on a motive, a nephew who lived with her, Jacob Penn, said she snapped under the pressure of her brother trying to evict her. The brother, Rurik Davis, who lived down the street on the Rancheria, had apparently taken over as tribal chairman and was among the dead.

Investigators had been looking into whether Rhoades took federal grant money meant for the rancheria she once led, a person familiar with the tribe’s situation told The Associated Press. The person spoke only on condition of anonymity.

Alturas Police Chief Ken Barnes said they were looking into whether the embezzlement allegations spurred the tribe’s efforts to evict Rhoades but they had not established any definitive motive.

The investigation was no secret around town, where several people interviewed by the AP mentioned it, though Cherie Lash they said they Rhoades had not been contacted by investigators and did not want to give their names.

Though Rhoades was always ready to share a joke, “you did not want to get on her bad side,” said Penny Nash, Parriott’s sister. “She has a powerful personality.”

It was not immediately known if Rhoades had a lawyer. She was being held at an undisclosed location because the husband of one of the dead, the only nonrelative to be shot,

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Rhoades has yet to appear in court, where she would be given a lawyer if she could not afford one herself. Her father, Larry Lash, declined to comment. Penn, who lived with Rhoades and was raised by her after her sister gave him up as a child, had little to say but a

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shrug of the shoulders about his aunt, whom he called, “my mom.” He said two of the dead were his brother and sister, Rhoades’ nephew and niece.

Most of the 35 registered members of the rancheria appear to have been related to Rhodes. Parriott ticked off 20 people on her fingers she knew were relatives of Rhoades.

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Santa Fe group creates home for orphaned girls in Mexican town plagued by violence

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alomas, Mexico, just across the border from Columbus, N.M., has known years of violence. Its popular mayor was murdered in 2009. A dentist was kidnapped and never seen again.

Heads were found at the entrance to the Catholic church, and 20 bodies were discovered in a mass grave. Many businesses have closed and residents have fled to safer places.

But a little orphanage in the city has survived.

About a dozen years ago, Santa Fe attorney Jim Noble, his wife, Pat, and some friends acquired a building in Palomas and began running a program that cared for dozens of children ranging from newborns to 12-yearolds. Many had been abandoned — sometimes temporarily, by a family going through a crisis. A father might have crossed the border looking for work and stayed, leaving the mother struggling to survive or battling problems with drugs.

The program, La Casa de Amor Para Niños, has faced setbacks in the city, and was even forced to shut down briefly a couple of years ago. But its volunteers have persevered, and the facility now serves as a home for older orphaned girls.

Noble said the girls and teens at the shelter were institutionalized when they were very young. “They have never had the chance to learn how to live and function in a real family,” he said. “This is what we are providing them, a family environment, where everyone learns how to support one another. Hopefully, they will learn skills that will make them successful parents.”

La Casa is among several humanitarian programs in Mexico supported by Santa Feans. St. Bede’s Episcopal Church, for exam-

ple, just finished building its 21st house for poor families living in Anapra, a community close to downtown Juárez. Carlos and Hector Garcia founded Amigo Fiel, a program for children at risk, also in Juárez, and they manage Operation Christmas Child, which provides shoebox gifts to Mexican children.

Volunteers with La Casa bring food and supplies to the orphanage — and goods for the whole town — on the second weekend of every month. In addition to Noble and his wife, the volunteers include Eunice Herrera, an intern in Noble’s law office who is working toward her law degree; Margie Acuña and her fiancé, Orlando Roybal; Randy Murray; Ángel and Cecilia Gonzalez; and José Luis Vasquez and his wife, Eva. Acuña has only missed six weekends in the last 12 years.

While La Casa now has strong ties to the community, it struggled for a time in 2012, after a mayor who had been a supporter of the program left office. The orphanage’s relationship with a local child agency, Desarrollo Integral de la Familia, had soured, and fewer children were being referred.

But instead of giving up, La Casa’s volunteers shifted gears and began sponsoring schoolchildren. They have secured sponsorships for 134 children, at a cost of $150 a year for instruction fees, new shoes and school supplies for an elementary student, $250 for a junior high student and $500 for a high school student. In addition, they’re helping a young woman attend a community college in El Paso and a young man pay for college in Juárez.

In February 2013, the program saw a major breakthrough. Noble had met with the Chihuahua state director of the DIF, who said she needed a shelter for girls 11 and older who aren’t easily adoptable because of their ages.

Noble and his volunteers accepted the challenge and began a major renovation of their

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El mitote New Mexico’s David Brownlow is nominated for an Academy Award for his sound mixing in the made-in-New Mexico film Lone Survivor, but what is sound mixing, really?

Brownlow, and fellow sound mixer and Oscar nominee Chris Munro, sat down with showbiz mag Variety to explain their craft.

Brownlow mentions coming onto the set with documentary experience, which helped him capture the sound he needed for some of the most heart-pounding scenes. Read the full article here: http://sfnm.co/1mu5Wiz. A new series set in New Mexico is hold-

facility. The upgrades involved painting; electrical, tile and plumbing work; a sewer line; improved bathrooms to provide more privacy; a computer area; and a more secure entry gate.

In mid-October, the first girls arrived.

Since then, La Casa volunteers have worked to make them feel at home and to give them a sense of family.

In early November, they staged a quinceañera, or 15th birthday celebration, for two girls, Perla from the small town of San Juanito and Victoria from Chihuahua. Acuña not only made both of their dresses but also did extensive work on the dresses worn by the 12 damas, or escorts, who accompanied the girls. Other volunteers brought shoes and dispensas, or gift packages, and decorated a huge meeting hall that had been offered by Talaco Sanchez, the new mayor.

There was a band, small gifts, or recuerdos, for everyone, songs by Eunice Herrera with her guitar and a prayer in which the local pastor referred to Perla and Victoria as dos florecitas. Noble, as the padrino, or godfather, danced a waltz with them, and more than 200 people attended.

In December, the volunteers held their annual Christmas fiesta for the public, drawing between 850 and 1,000 people. Herrera was the master of ceremonies. There was a feast prepared by Acuña and Roybal, a band and booths with games for the kids. Many people posed for Perla, who had been given a digital camera.

“The possibilities for this shelter for girls are fantastic,” Noble said. “Here is a group of orphan children who would normally just be thrust out onto the streets at age 18 with no support and no resources. Their chances of success would be nil. But we have promised to be their family, their support to help them get the education they need and the support they need to get on their feet and become all they can be.”

Morgan Smith is a freelance writer living in Santa Fe who travels to the border at least monthly to write about border issues. He can be reached at Morgan-smith@comcast.net.

o become internationally known in the world of opera — it’s a tall dream for a singer with less than four months of formal voice training under his belt.

But Robert Duran has seen how quickly his musical abilities can progress, and he’s comfortable with dreaming big. For now, though, the Las Vegas, N.M., native — who works as a management analyst in the state Human Services Department — is more than happy as a new member of the Santa Fe SymGussie phony Orchestra Chorus.

Fauntleroy Duran, 43, grew up with music.

Public Works His mother is a pianist, and one of Duran’s earliest memories is of being a little fellow on stage in a local event, singing and hearing all the clapping. Then school and other activities took center stage, and music waited in the wings.

During the summer after his sophomore year, he asked his mother to teach him piano. After 30 days of lessons, he was reading music and playing Beethoven’s “Moonlight Sonata.”

As a teen, Duran also began singing again and composing music on the piano. In high school, he played trumpet and started learning violin, although, as he puts it, “that didn’t take off.” What did take off was his love of voice. He sang with the New Mexico Highlands University Choir as an undergraduate and later joined the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi Choir when he moved to Santa Fe. Recently, Duran has begun expanding his dramatic, wide-range tenor further into the upper ranges with assistance from a voice teacher, who described his voice as one of the most powerful instruments she has heard in 20 years of teaching. Duran’s first formal voice lesson was in October 2013, and by December, his voice teacher suggested he audition for the Symphony Orchestra Chorus. As soon as he finished singing at the audition in late January, the chorus director handed him the musical score for the piece.

“I knew in that instant that I was in,” he recalled.

Duran does some singing in Russian and German with the Symphony Orchestra Chorus — good experience for one who loves opera — and hopes to reach the level of earning solo parts.

In the meantime, he continues to hone his voice and enjoys playing piano most evenings at home, serenading his wife and 12-year-old daughter with romantic pieces by Beethoven and Chopin.

This spring, the Santa Fe Symphony Orchestra Chorus will perform on March 23, May 17 and May 18 at the Lensic Performing Arts Center, and in late April at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. (See santafesymphony.org for details.) On his own time, Duran also refines his photographic skills, on view at his website, robduranphotography.com.

Faces and places Cornell College in Mount Vernon, Iowa, named 280 students to the Dean’s List for the fall semester.

The following local students earned honors and were named to the list: Robin Bulger of Galisteo and Clare McCarthy of Glorieta. uuu

In February, Lukas Ian Schmitt received a doctorate from Tufts University in neuroscience. Schmitt will be continuing his postdoctoral research in neuroscience at MIT in Boston and NYU in New York City.

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ing a casting call. The series, called The Manhattan Project, will film in the state and is looking for extras, including scientists’ family members and Military Police types. Find out more here: http://sfnm.co/1buqbaX. uuu

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It has been confirmed that the Breaking Bad spinoff Better Call Saul will indeed film in Albuquerque: http://sfnm. co/MJypRs. uuu

A couple of cool concerts are coming to the Cowgirl BBQ , and El Mitotero wants to give you the heads up.

Up-and-coming blues rocker Cody Jasper will take the stage March 7, in support of his new self-titled album.

Jasper has got a sound that seems like it could get very big very soon, so take advan-

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tage and see him for free next week.

Folkster Adam Aruragi will follow up Jasper on Sunday, March 9. The singer/songwriter hasn’t released an album in a couple of years, but his music is definitely worth checking out. uuu

The good folks over at NewCastic have compiled a list of 10 ways to tick off a New Mexican. As you may have guessed from the recent scandal involving Colorado and green chile (#chilegate2014), claiming green chile as your own tops the list. Other entries include, “assuming we’re all from Albuquerque or Santa Fe,” and “Spelling chile wrong.”

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According to a Redditor who matched musi-

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Michael Sisneros of Santa Fe accepted an invitation to join the Phi Theta Kappa-Alpha Kappa Xi Chapter academic honors fraternity. Sisneros is a teacher at Capital High School and has a master’s degree in public administration and a bachelor’s degree in science.

He is completing a master’s degree in educational leadership at the University of Texas.

cians with their birth states, John Denver is the top-selling artist in New Mexico who was born in this state. Yes, despite his name, Denver was born in the Land of Enchantment.

Of course, the top-selling musician from New Jersey is Bruce Springsteen. And the best-seller from New York is Billy Joel. Prince is king in the twin cities. And, surprisingly, smooth operator Kenny G is the best-selling musician who hails from Washington state.

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Horoscope HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Sunday, Feb. 23, 2014: This year you will greet professional change, and you’ll need to assume that it will be for the better. YMake a point of loosening up and enjoying yourself more often. If you are single, consider the next few months a prime time for meeting someone of significance.

You will see this period through July as being unusually important in your evolvement, even if Mr. or Ms. Right does not appear. If you are attached, the two of you enjoy a warm closeness this year.

Sagittarius knows how to make you respond.

The stars show the kind of day you’ll have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHH Only those close to you will understand why you are heading in an undiscussed direction.

A call involving a matter at a distance could encourage a lively discussion. You will feel better if you share more of what you are thinking. Tonight: Add your imaginative touch.

This Week: Roll with demands.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHHH A partner might not mean to be so demanding. Make plans, and be willing to share the day with your sweetie. As a result, you will feel much more fulfilled and a lot happier. Discuss what is going on with you. Open up to different ideas. Tonight: Live for the moment.

This Week: Take charge, and know what is expected of you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) HHHH Understand what is happening with a relative. You could be surprised by news from a distance. Apparently, you might have distorted some information about this situation. You will have an opportunity to revise your thinking. Tonight: Get a head start on tomorrow.

This Week: Deal with a financial matter.

CANCER (June 21-July 22) HHH Use today just for you. Your emotional nature will come out when dealing with a loved at a distance. A conversation could reveal more information. What you think is going on might not be connected to reality. Listen and ask questions. Tonight: Get some exercise.

This Week: An agreement is possible.

Last week’s answers

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) HHHH Check in with someone whom you care a lot about. This person will understand the importance of frolicking around, and he or she will express it. You relate well to each other. You could experience a very strong connection with a loved one.

Tonight: Relax.

This Week: Work hard Monday and Tuesday, and play hard later.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) HHHH How you handle a personal matter could reveal much about your chosen direction. Your sense of what is appropriate will feel right to a close loved one. A conversation with a child will allow you explain what you are feeling. Tonight: Stay close to home.

This Week: Tap into your imagination for unusual answers to a daily life issue.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHH You’ll say what’s on your mind, yet someone might not grasp the full meaning of your words. You could be doing a lot of thinking about a domestic matter right now. Allow more creativity to float through your daily routine. Tonight: Hang out with friends.

This Week: You might not want to go to work on Monday, but you have to.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHH Your finances could be off, and you might not even realize it. A conversation about a recent purchase could distort

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this situation. Take another look at what is happening, and you could find a solution. Trust your instincts with a loved one.

Tonight: Aren’t we playful?

This Week: Resolve a problem before it becomes unmanageable.

SAGITTARIUS(Nov.22-Dec.21) HHHH You will enjoy yourself, despite having a reservation that nags at you. A domestic matter could keep popping up. You will need to resolve this issue, but you can let it go for now. Understand where someone else is coming from.

Tonight: Ask, and you shall receive.

This Week: Your ability to understand financial matters emerges.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) HHH You might want to take some extra downtime and relax. You could feel overwhelmed by what is on your mind. Let go, and revisit the issue once you detach and recharge your batteries. You might have a totally different opinion afterward.

Tonight: Not to be found.

This Week: Don’t hesitate to zero in on what you want.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) HHHH You love your friends, and so the opportunity to spend a day with some of them will delight you. Don’t overthink an issue, as sometimes you worry too much about how others view you.

Tonight: Invite a friend over for dinner.

This Week: You might not want to discuss a problem, but you won’t have a choice.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) HHH You’ll have to make an appearance, even if you don’t want to. Your creativity will emerge in a conversation with a parent, older friend or relative.

You might discover great ideas in this discussion. Be sure to jot down at least a couple of them.

Tonight: In the limelight.

This Week: Success greets you Monday and Tuesday.

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n a recent trip to Dallas, I stayed at the Adolphus Hotel, a place so elegant and stately that it has survived the name “The Adolphus Hotel.” After check-in, I got on the elevator. Inside were two girls of 14 or 15 — pretty, perky, ponytailed. Each might tip the scales at 85 pounds, including barrettes and scrunchies.

I don’t think they even noticed me, because every molecule within them was engaged in intense full-body conversation, which required hand semaphores, swaying and bouncing. I tried not to eavesdrop, but it soon became plain that their friends Kyra and Kaylee had done something absolutely amazeballs behind Chloe’s back.

It was at this point that I noticed that all the elevator buttons had been pushed.

Gene My room was on Floor 10. We were Weingarten on Floor 2. Settling in for the long haul, I found a pen and took furtive notes on The Washington the back of a magazine. (I tried my best Post to get the names straight, but it wasn’t easy; there are no guarantees.)

At Floor 3, the doors opened on a gaggle of 85-pounders.

Ponytails. Bouncy. Amazeballs. I realized I had the wrong species-specific collective noun. Teenage girls swarming an elevator are not a gaggle. They are a giggle.

Mild chaos ensued. Enthusiasm trebled. Persons had not seen other persons in, like, foreverrrrr. Squealing became appropriate. OMIGOD, you GUYS! I calculate that a giggle of girls produces 40 million ergs of energy per second.

Mikayla stepped into the elevator, as did Tessa, but Tessa got pulled back out by another. I learned from context that one of my original two girls was Lexi. The door kept trying to close, but this was deterred by urgently reconsidered entrances and exits.

Finally we were off again, with Lexi now gone but Mikayla and Shonda aboard. The elevator’s dead weight tonnage had experienced a net gain of 90 pounds. Shonda had glitter on one eyelid. Someone (I suspect, but cannot prove, it was Mikayla) wore emphatic amounts of what I believe to be watermelon perfume.

Someone said that someone else, from Boston, had been observed by Olivia and Kaycee in the company of someone whom I surmised was unacceptable, because Shonda said, sonorously, “S.M.H.!” which apparently was hilarious, because everyone began to falsetto chatter-laugh. It sounded exactly like Alvin and Theodore making fun of Dave.

I am ordinarily an extremely impatient person, and generally I would find this sort of delay intolerable; I seldom complain out loud, but in my in-brain scenarios, those delaying me are heretics and I am Torquemada. However, as a 62-year-old man whose once-14-year-old daughter is now 32, I was enjoying this enormously. It brought me all the way back. Why, I felt a sprightly 44!

On Floor 5, the doors opened to two full-grown women. A sudden silence descended. I inferred that these women were supervisory. An urgent maturity settled on the occupants of the elevator. The women did not enter, but one of them looked me up and down in what I took to be part threatassessment, and part threat. I attempted to project benign avuncularity. I believe I was successful because their attention quickly fell back on the girls.

“Ladies, remember, 9:30.” Solemn nods. Amazing maturity and restraint prevailed. When the door closed, there was synchronized eye-rolling.

We moved on to Floor 6.

OMIGOD, you GUYS! More door-holding and indecisive exiting and entering.

The final group departed on Floor 8 in a cloud of watermelon and chatter. The last girl out — pretty sure it was Tessa, who had reconnected with the vehicle on 7 — looked back at me. I smiled. She smiled. As the doors began to close, she said: “It’s the national cheerleaders’ competition!”

I yelled back, through the last of the door slit: “I NEVER WOULD HAVE GUESSED!”

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UNM BASKETBALL New Mexico’s Alex Kirk shoots over San Diego State’s Matt Shrigley during the second half of Saturday’s game in The Pit. New Mexico won the game 58-44.

Lobos throttle No. 6 Aztecs sixth-ranked team, the University of SDSU 44 New Mexico men’s basketball team steamrolled visiting San Diego State

By Will Webber 58-44 before a packed house Saturday The New Mexican night in The Pit. ALBUQUERQUE — Hello first The win elevates the Lobos (21-5 place. overall, 12-2 in the Mountain West) It’s been a while. into a tie for first place in the conferBehind an all-world defensive effort ence standings alongside the Aztecs that completely shut down the nation’s (23-3, 12-2). With both teams now on

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equal footing in league play, they’ll have mano-a-mano sprint to the finish over the course of the final two weeks of the regular season.

Each team has four games remaining, the last of which will be a rematch between San Diego State and New Mexico in the Aztecs’ Viejas Arena on March 8. In all likelihood it will have at least a partial impact on who wins the

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PREP SWIMMING STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

PREP WRESTLING STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

Northern athletes pile up gold medals, cap stellar careers

Title takedown

Humble Hilltopper shatters records Sophomore takes first in 100-yard freestyle

By Edmundo Carrillo The New Mexican

Piedra Vista’s Dillon Strunk, right, lifts the hand of Capital’s Ernesto Salvidrez as he is declared the winner of their weight class Saturday at the State Wrestling Tournament finals at the Santa Ana Star Center. For more photos from the finals, go to tinyurl.com/m4f39ad.

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a number for Ernesto Salvidrez.

Northern wrestlers piled up the individual state titles during the final RIO RANCHO day of the State Wrestling Championive was never finer for Koery ships in the Santa Ana Star Center on Saturday, but Windham joined a Windham. unique group that has collected more It could be for Rico Mongold medals than anyone else in the toya and Jose Tapia. state.

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Martinez) to accomplish the feat.

While Windham wound down his prep career, Montoya is charging his way down the same path. The Las Vegas Robertson junior collected his fourth state title with a 14-2 win over Geno Palermo of St. Michael’s.

The St. Michael’s senior completed a stellar prep career with his fifth individual title, as he won the Class A-AAA 160-pound title by pinning Bloomfield’s J.D. Robinson in the third period. He joined just three other wrestlers (Carlsbad’s Michael Scott Own, Rio Rancho’s Max Ortega and Las Vegas Robertson’s Daniel

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ALBUQUERQUE — Sarah Lott just doesn’t know how good she really is.

In the preliminaries of the state swimming and diving championships Friday in the Albuquerque Academy Natatorium, Lott, a sophomore from Los Alamos, had the fastest time in the 100-yard freestyle with a mark of 53.13 seconds. That was also a new Los Alamos record.

But even though she got the fastest time and a new school record, she still wasn’t sure it would translate to a title in the finals on Saturday.

“I still don’t think I can get first place.” Lott told The New Mexican on Friday. “Maybe next year or senior year.”

Maybe now? Despite a lack of confidence — or maybe a lack of arrogance — Lott took first place in the 100 freestyle on Saturday in 52.07.

On top of being good enough for a state championship, the time also broke the school record she set a mere 24 hours earlier by more than a second.

Lott was surprised when she came out of the water and saw she had posted the fastest time in the field.

“It feels awesome, I was not expecting that,” Lott said. “Everyone I was going against was really fast, so I didn’t think I would be able to beat them, and when I did I was like ‘Oh, OK, that’s cool.’ I’m really excited.”

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WINTER OLYMPICS ANALYSIS

Mixed reviews as Games wind down smiles taming ice and snow, going faster, higher and gnarlier; or militiamen horsewhipping and pepper-spraying the women SOCHI, Russia — For organization, the from Pussy Riot, shocking footage the punk Sochi Games deserve a solid 7 marks out of band then exploited in its new video.

10. Unless, of course, you had to shower in Many Russians will award high marks, cold, brown water in an unfinished mountain proud of their Olympians’ record haul of hotel and griped about it to #SochiProblems medals, of brand new venues and the canon Twitter. do capacity it took to transform Sochi from For atmosphere and a feel-good factor, decaying Soviet-era resort to the newest outanywhere from zero to 10, depending on post on the International Olympic Commitwhere you’re from and which of the miltee’s global march. And those visiting from lions of images beamed from Sochi struck you most: glowing Olympians with electric elsewhere, their minds still filled with Soviet-

By John Leicester

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From left, Russian speedskaters Olga Graf, Yulia Skokova and Yekaterina Shikhova compete in the women’s speedskating team pursuit semifinals Saturday.

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WHAT TO WATCH Find complete Olympics coverage at www.santafenewmexican.com

SOCHI HIGHLIGHTS Busted: Ukrainian cross-country skier Marina Lisogor fails a doping test, her country’s Olympic committee said. It is the third positive result of the Sochi Games, all tied to banned stimulants.

Defending the Queen: South Korea is protesting the results of women’s figure skating in which Russia’s Adelina Sotnikova won the title. The South Koreans believe biased judging cost Yuna Kim, the country’s beloved “Queen,” a gold medal.

5 a.m., NBC LIVE: Men’s Hockey, Gold Medal Final, Sweden vs. Canada

7:30 p.m., NBC SAME-DAY TAPE: Closing ceremony

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MEDAL COUNT G Russia 11 U.S. 9 Norway 11 Canada 9 Netherlands 8 Germany 8 Austria 4 France 4 Sweden 2 Switzerland 6 China 3

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era imagery, found some stereotypes broken and others reinforced as they encountered the country’s first Winter Games.

President Vladimir Putin’s government likes to think the Olympics burnished Russia’s reputation overseas, too. That’s why it threw open the public coffers and leaned on oligarchs to finance Putin’s pharaonic winter wonderland in subtropical Russia. One can now swim with dolphins or (as U.S. skier Julia Mancuso did) surf in the Black Sea in the morning. They can take a new train or

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GOLD FOR THE AGES Mario Matt, men’s slalom, Austria: Leave it to the veteran to handle the tough gates and soft snow better than anyone, clocking in at 1 minute, 41.84 seconds to become the oldest Alpine gold medalist in Winter Games history.

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THE NEW MEXICAN Sunday, February 23, 2014

Pacers 110, Bucks 100

BASKETBALL BASKETBALL NBA Eastern Conference Atlantic Toronto Brooklyn New York Boston Philadelphia Southeast Miami Washington Charlotte Atlanta Orlando Central Indiana Chicago Detroit Cleveland Milwaukee

W 30 25 21 19 15 W 39 27 27 26 17 W 42 29 23 22 10

L 25 28 35 38 41 L 14 28 30 29 40 L 13 25 33 34 45

Pct .545 .472 .375 .333 .268 Pct .736 .491 .474 .473 .298 Pct .764 .537 .411 .393 .182

GB — 4 9½ 12 15½ GB — 13 14 14 24 GB — 12½ 19½ 20½ 32

Western Conference Southwest W L Pct GB San Antonio 40 16 .714 — Houston 37 18 .673 2½ Dallas 34 23 .596 6½ Memphis 31 24 .564 8½ New Orleans 23 32 .418 16½ Northwest W L Pct GB Oklahoma City 43 13 .768 — Portland 37 18 .673 5½ Minnesota 27 28 .491 15½ Denver 25 29 .463 17 Utah 19 36 .345 23½ Pacific W L Pct GB L.A. Clippers 37 20 .649 — Phoenix 33 21 .611 2½ Golden State 34 22 .607 2½ L.A. Lakers 19 36 .345 17 Sacramento 19 36 .345 17 Saturday’s Games Washington 94, New Orleans 93 Charlotte 92, Memphis 89 Dallas 113, Detroit 102 Atlanta 107, New York 98 Indiana 110, Milwaukee 100 Minnesota 121, Utah 104 Sacramento 105, Boston 98 Golden State 93, Brooklyn 86 Sunday’s Games L.A. Clippers at Oklahoma City, 11 a.m.

Chicago at Miami, 1:30 p.m.

Washington at Cleveland, 4 p.m.

Orlando at Toronto, 4 p.m.

Sacramento at Denver, 6 p.m.

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

Minnesota at Portland, 7 p.m.

Houston at Phoenix, 7 p.m.

Saturday Bobcats 92, Grizzlies 89 MEMPHIS (89) Prince 1-4 0-1 2, Randolph 5-12 2-4 12, Gasol 5-15 5-6 15, Conley 6-16 4-5 16, Lee 4-13 1-1 10, Calathes 2-2 0-0 4, Koufos 2-2 0-0 4, Allen 4-7 1-1 9, Miller 4-6 0-0 11, Johnson 1-2 4-4 6, Davis 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 34-79 17-22 89.

CHARLOTTE (92) Kidd-Gilchrist 2-5 2-2 6, McRoberts 3-11 4-4 12, Jefferson 2-13 2-2 6, Walker 9-20 10-10 31, Henderson 4-9 1-2 9, Tolliver 3-5 0-0 9, Zeller 2-6 3-3 7, Gordon 1-7 2-2 4, Biyombo 3-3 0-2 6, Pargo 1-3 0-0 2. Totals 30-82 24-27 92.

Memphis 21 27 15 26—89 Charlotte 28 14 22 28—92 3-Point Goals—Memphis 4-15 (Miller 3-5, Lee 1-4, Johnson 0-1, Conley 0-5), Charlotte 8-20 (Tolliver 3-5, Walker 3-7, McRoberts 2-5, Gordon 0-1, Pargo 0-2). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds— Memphis 51 (Randolph 11), Charlotte 54 (Jefferson 9). Assists—Memphis 17 (Conley 5), Charlotte 16 (Walker 5).

Total Fouls—Memphis 24, Charlotte 18. Technicals—Calathes, Charlotte Coach Clifford, Charlotte defensive three second. A—18,317.

INDIANA (110) George 10-18 7-9 32, West 11-16 8-10 30, Hibbert 1-9 2-3 4, Stephenson 7-13 7-10 24, G.Hill 0-3 0-0 0, Mahinmi 1-2 3-4 5, R.Butler 3-10 1-2 8, Watson 1-2 0-0 2, Scola 2-7 1-2 5. Totals 36-80 29-40 110.

MILWAUKEE (100) Middleton 5-11 0-0 13, Ilyasova 5-9 1-1 12, Pachulia 1-5 8-10 10, Wolters 0-2 0-0 0, Knight 12-23 3-6 30, Mayo 3-8 0-0 8, Antetokounmpo 2-6 4-4 8, Henson 3-7 0-5 6, Adrien 3-7 0-0 6, Sessions 1-5 5-6 7. Totals 35-83 21-32 100.

Indiana 27 24 24 35—110 Milwaukee 18 21 29 32—100 3-Point Goals—Indiana 9-18 (George 5-7, Stephenson 3-4, R.Butler 1-6, G.Hill 0-1), Milwaukee 9-27 (Middleton 3-7, Knight 3-9, Mayo 2-6, Ilyasova 1-3, Antetokounmpo 0-2). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds—Indiana 52 (Stephenson 9), Milwaukee 62 (Adrien 11). Assists—Indiana 19 (Stephenson 8), Milwaukee 20 (Knight 8).

Total Fouls—Indiana 23, Milwaukee 32. A—17,165.

Timberwolves 121, Jazz 104 MINNESOTA (121) Brewer 5-12 3-3 13, Cunningham 5-8 1-2 11, Love 11-20 9-10 37, Rubio 5-7 4-5 15, Budinger 4-6 2-2 13, Dieng 4-5 0-2 8, Mbah a Moute 2-4 4-5 8, Barea 3-9 1-4 7, Muhammad 3-8 0-0 6, Hummel 1-4 0-0 3, Price 0-1 0-0 0. Totals 43-84 24-33 121.

UTAH (104) Jefferson 5-10 4-4 14, Williams 2-3 0-0 5, Kanter 11-14 3-5 25, Burke 7-19 0-0 16, Hayward 2-10 1-2 5, Burks 2-11 11-14 15, Evans 2-3 5-6 9, Garrett 3-4 0-0 6, Gobert 1-1 3-5 5, Rush 0-1 0-0 0, Thomas 2-3 0-0 4. Totals 37-79 27-36 104.

Minnesota 26 33 35 27—121 Utah 21 28 32 23—104 3-Point Goals—Minnesota 11-23 (Love 6-10, Budinger 3-4, Rubio 1-1, Hummel 1-2, Price 0-1, Muhammad 0-1, Barea 0-2, Brewer 0-2), Utah 3-19 (Burke 2-9, Williams 1-1, Thomas 0-1, Hayward 0-2, Burks 0-2, Jefferson 0-4). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds—Minnesota 61 (Love 12), Utah 40 (Gobert 9).

Assists—Minnesota 31 (Love 10), Utah 16 (Burke 6). Total Fouls—Minnesota 24, Utah 25. A—19,323.

Kings 105, Celtics 98 BOSTON (98) Green 7-25 13-18 29, Bass 4-10 4-6 12, Humphries 9-15 1-1 19, Pressey 1-4 0-0 2, Wallace 3-7 1-2 8, Bayless 6-14 4-7 16, Olynyk 1-4 1-2 4, Johnson 2-5 0-0 6, Anthony 1-3 0-0 2. Totals 34-87 24-36 98.

SACRAMENTO (105) Gay 8-18 4-4 22, Thompson 5-7 0-0 10, Cousins 4-8 5-8 13, Thomas 6-12 9-10 21, McLemore 4-9 2-2 11, Williams 4-7 2-2 10, Landry 4-6 2-2 10, Acy 1-2 0-0 2, Outlaw 2-3 0-0 6, McCallum 0-1 0-0 0. Totals 38-73 24-28 105.

Boston 16 27 27 28—98 Sacramento 23 28 26 28—105 3-Point Goals—Boston 6-21 (Johnson 2-5, Green 2-9, Wallace 1-1, Olynyk 1-2, Pressey 0-1, Bayless 0-3), Sacramento 5-9 (Outlaw 2-2, Gay 2-3, McLemore 1-3, Thomas 0-1). Fouled Out—Cousins. Rebounds—Boston 58 (Humphries 8), Sacramento 46 (Gay, Cousins 7). Assists—Boston 17 (Humphries, Bayless 4), Sacramento 18 (Thomas 12). Total Fouls—Boston 19, Sacramento 27. Technicals— Humphries, Boston Coach Stevens, Wallace, Cousins. Flagrant Fouls— Landry. Ejected—Boston Coach Stevens, Wallace. A—17,317.

Wizards 94, Pelicans 93

Warriors 93, Nets 86

NEW ORLEANS (93) Aminu 2-5 0-0 5, Davis 11-18 4-4 26, Stiemsma 0-1 0-0 0, Roberts 2-13 3-4 7, Gordon 3-10 3-3 10, Ajinca 3-9 3-3 9, Evans 3-8 1-1 8, Morrow 7-8 1-2 18, Rivers 3-5 1-2 7, Babbitt 0-2 0-0 0, Withey 1-2 1-2 3. Totals 35-81 17-21 93.

WASHINGTON (94) Ariza 2-5 0-0 4, Nene 13-19 4-6 30, Gortat 6-9 4-7 16, Wall 4-9 2-3 10, Beal 4-13 3-3 11, Webster 4-9 1-1 12, Booker 0-3 0-0 0, A.Miller 1-3 3-4 5, Seraphin 2-4 2-2 6, Harrington 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 36-74 19-26 94.

New Orleans 21 22 23 27—93 Washington 24 19 23 28—94 3-Point Goals—New Orleans 6-13 (Morrow 3-3, Aminu 1-1, Evans 1-2, Gordon 1-3, Babbitt 0-1, Roberts 0-3), Washington 3-14 (Webster 3-6, Ariza 0-1, Wall 0-2, Beal 0-5). Fouled Out— None. Rebounds—New Orleans 46 (Davis 11), Washington 49 (Gortat 10).

Assists—New Orleans 20 (Roberts 9), Washington 23 (Wall 12). Total Fouls— New Orleans 22, Washington 15.

Technicals—Stiemsma, New Orleans defensive three second, Washington defensive three second. A—18,385.

BROOKLYN (86) Johnson 5-16 4-4 15, Pierce 3-11 5-5 11, Garnett 3-7 0-1 6, Williams 8-16 4-4 20, Livingston 1-1 2-2 4, Blatche 6-9 2-4 14, Kirilenko 2-5 2-2 6, Anderson 2-6 1-1 6, Teletovic 2-7 0-1 4.

Totals 32-78 20-24 86.

GOLDEN STATE (93) Iguodala 4-8 0-0 8, Green 5-16 8-10 18, O’Neal 10-13 3-3 23, Curry 7-13 0-0 17, Thompson 3-10 0-0 6, Barnes 1-7 1-2 3, Blake 2-4 0-0 6, Speights 3-4 0-0 6, Crawford 2-10 1-2 6. Totals 37-85 13-17 93.

Brooklyn 23 23 18 22—86 Golden State 28 21 19 25—93 3-Point Goals—Brooklyn 2-21 (Anderson 1-4, Johnson 1-5, Williams 0-2, Teletovic 0-5, Pierce 0-5), Golden State 6-20 (Curry 3-4, Blake 2-3, Crawford 1-5, Barnes 0-1, Thompson 0-2, Green 0-2, Iguodala 0-3). Fouled Out—None. Rebounds—Brooklyn 47 (Kirilenko 9), Golden State 55 (O’Neal 13). Assists—Brooklyn 11 (Williams 6), Golden State 26 (Curry 8). Total Fouls—Brooklyn 14, Golden State 22.

A—19,596.

Mavericks 113, Pistons 102 DALLAS (113) Marion 5-12 0-0 10, Nowitzki 9-19 4-4 24, Dalembert 6-9 0-3 12, Calderon 4-8 1-2 11, Ellis 5-9 2-2 12, Carter 5-13 5-6 18, Blair 2-5 0-0 4, Harris 2-5 2-2 6, Ellington 2-3 2-2 7, Wright 4-7 1-1 9, Larkin 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 44-90 17-22 113.

DETROIT (102) Smith 14-20 3-4 32, Monroe 7-13 3-6 17, Drummond 3-6 2-4 8, Jennings 1-7 0-0 2, Singler 3-8 0-2 7, Stuckey 2-9 5-5 9, Bynum 7-12 3-4 17, CaldwellPope 2-5 1-2 5, Jerebko 1-2 3-3 5.

Totals 40-82 20-30 102.

Dallas 29 35 24 25—113 Detroit 27 27 28 20—102 3-Point Goals—Dallas 8-23 (Carter 3-6, Calderon 2-4, Nowitzki 2-7, Ellington 1-2, Harris 0-1, Marion 0-3), Detroit 2-11 (Smith 1-1, Singler 1-3, Jerebko 0-1, Stuckey 0-1, Caldwell-Pope 0-2, Jennings 0-3). Fouled Out—None.

Rebounds—Dallas 56 (Dalembert, Marion 11), Detroit 47 (Monroe 17).

Assists—Dallas 31 (Ellis 13), Detroit 21 (Bynum 8). Total Fouls—Dallas 19, Detroit 19. Technicals—Dallas defensive three second. A—15,213.

Hawks 107, Knicks 98 NEW YORK (98) Smith 4-13 2-4 11, Anthony 13-25 5-6 35, Chandler 5-13 0-0 10, Felton 6-15 2-2 16, Prigioni 3-6 0-0 8, Hardaway Jr. 3-10 0-0 7, Stoudemire 4-6 0-0 8, Tyler 1-1 1-4 3, Aldrich 0-0 0-0 0, Murry 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 39-89 10-16 98.

ATLANTA (107) Korver 2-8 1-1 7, Carroll 8-14 4-5 24, Brand 0-3 1-2 1, Teague 7-12 13-15 28, Mack 1-9 1-2 3, Williams 3-12 5-6 14, C.Martin 0-2 0-0 0, Scott 11-14 2-2 30, Schroder 0-0 0-0 0. Totals 32-74 27-33 107.

New York 23 29 21 25—98 Atlanta 24 15 29 39—107 3-Point Goals—New York 10-28 (Anthony 4-8, Prigioni 2-5, Felton 2-6, Smith 1-4, Hardaway Jr. 1-5), Atlanta 16-31 (Scott 6-7, Carroll 4-8, Williams 3-7, Korver 2-4, Teague 1-1, Mack 0-4). Fouled Out—Hardaway Jr.. Rebounds—New York 55 (Chandler 23), Atlanta 49 (Williams 9). Assists—New York 22 (Felton 10), Atlanta 19 (Williams 7). Total Fouls—New York 24, Atlanta 18. Technicals—Anthony, New York Coach Woodson, Carroll, Atlanta defensive three second. A—19,045.

NCAA Men’s Top 25 Saturday’s Games No. 5 Duke 66, No. 1 Syracuse 60 No. 2 Florida 75, Mississippi 71 No. 3 Wichita State 83, Drake 54 No. 4 Arizona 88, Colorado 61 New Mexico 58, No. 6 San Diego State 44 No. 11 Louisville 58, No. 7 Cincinnati 57 No. 8 Kansas 85, No. 19 Texas 54 No. 9 Villanova 57 St. John’s 54 No. 10 Saint Louis 66, George Washington 59 No. 14 Virginia 70, Notre Dame 49 No. 16 Wisconsin 79, No. 15 Iowa 74 No. 17 Iowa State 71, TCU 60 No. 18 Kentucky 77, LSU 76 No. 22 Memphis 82, Temple 79, OT Stanford 83, No. 23 UCLA 74 No. 24 Ohio State 64, Minnesota 46 No. 25 Gonzaga at San Diego Sunday’s Games No. 11 Creighton vs. Seton Hall, 3:02 p.m.

No. 13 Michigan State at No. 20 Michigan, 10 a.m.

No. 21 UConn vs. SMU, Noon Monday, Feb. 24 No. 1 Syracuse at Maryland, 5 p.m.

No. 8 Kansas vs. Oklahoma, 7 p.m.

Men’s Division I Saturday’s Games East American U. 58, Army 54 Baylor 88, West Virginia 75 Binghamton 72, UMBC 70 Brown 81, Cornell 75, OT Bryant 68, CCSU 65 Canisius 90, Fairfield 78 Colgate 84, Loyola (Md.) 60 Dayton 57, Duquesne 54 Fairleigh Dickinson 73, Sacred Heart 66 Georgetown 74, Xavier 52 Harvard 59, Princeton 47 Mass.-Lowell 58, New Hampshire 52 NJIT 99, Fisher 67 Penn 74, Dartmouth 65 Quinnipiac 90, Niagara 88 Rhode Island 87, St. Bonaventure 78 Robert Morris 71, St. Francis (NY) 70, OT Saint Joseph’s 87, Fordham 72 St. Francis (Pa.) 83, LIU Brooklyn 64 St. Peter’s 61, Monmouth (NJ) 51 Towson 83, Hofstra 77 Villanova 57, St. John’s 54 Wagner 71, Mount St. Mary’s 66

Midwest Bradley 55, Loyola of Chicago 38 Buffalo 78, Kent St. 69 Chicago St. 73, CS Bakersfield 68 Cleveland St. 74, Milwaukee 50 IPFW 84, IUPUI 60 Indiana 61, Northwestern 56 Kansas 85, Texas 54 Louisville 58, Cincinnati 57 Marquette 96, DePaul 94, OT Missouri St. 77, Indiana St. 66 N. Dakota St. 74, S. Dakota St. 59 Ohio 66, Akron 50 Ohio St. 64, Minnesota 46 S. Illinois 61, Evansville 56 Saint Louis 66, George Washington 59 South Dakota 64, W. Illinois 54 UMKC 74, Utah Valley 56 Valparaiso 68, Youngstown St. 66 Wichita St. 83, Drake 54 Wisconsin 79, Iowa 74 South Alabama 80, Missouri 73 Alabama St. 92, Alcorn St. 86 Arkansas 73, Mississippi St. 69 Charleston Southern 86, Presbyterian 47 Clemson 63, Georgia Tech 55 Davidson 59, Wofford 49 Delaware St. 84, Md.-Eastern Shore 71 Duke 66, Syracuse 60 E. Kentucky 96, Austin Peay 75 ETSU 88, North Florida 85 East Carolina 67, Rice 55 Elon 66, Georgia Southern 61 Florida 75, Mississippi 71 Florida A&M 80, Bethune-Cookman 75 Furman 68, Appalachian St. 53 Gardner-Webb 85, Winthrop 79, OT Georgia 73, South Carolina 56 Georgia St. 80, Louisiana-Lafayette 77 Hampton 81, Howard 78 High Point 85, Longwood 59 Jackson St. 79, Grambling St. 59 Jacksonville 88, SC-Upstate 82 Kentucky 77, LSU 76, OT Liberty 79, Campbell 59 Louisiana Tech 71, Old Dominion 66 Memphis 82, Temple 79, OT Miami 69, Boston College 42 Middle Tennessee 56, Marshall 53 Murray St. 69, Morehead St. 58 NC Central 73, NC A&T 55 NC State 71, Virginia Tech 64 Nicholls St. 68, McNeese St. 59 Norfolk St. 73, Coppin St. 68 North Carolina 105, Wake Forest 72 North Texas 78, FAU 76 Richmond 62, La Salle 49 SE Missouri 77, UT-Martin 74 Savannah St. 75, SC State 65 South Alabama 86, Troy 78 Southern Miss. 77, UTEP 68 Southern U. 70, Alabama A&M 62 Tennessee Tech 69, Jacksonville St. 57 Texas Southern 73, MVSU 65 Tulane 68, UTSA 56 Tulsa 77, FIU 65 UAB 64, Charlotte 62 UNC Asheville 100, Coastal Carolina 85 UNC Wilmington 57, Coll. of Charleston 55, 2OT VMI 88, Radford 76 Vanderbilt 67, Auburn 59 Virginia 70, Notre Dame 49 W. Carolina 70, The Citadel 52 W. Kentucky 72, Louisiana-Monroe 63 William & Mary 81, Northeastern 67 Southwest Abilene Christian 124, SW Adventist 57 Ark.-Pine Bluff 76, Prairie View 61 Arkansas St. 73, Texas St. 68 Houston 88, UCF 84 Iowa St. 71, TCU 60 Oklahoma 86, Kansas St. 73 Oklahoma St. 84, Texas Tech 62 Oral Roberts 63, Cent. Arkansas 50 Sam Houston St. 74, Lamar 71 Stephen F. Austin 70, Northwestern St. 68 Texas A&M 68, Tennessee 65, OT Texas A&M-CC 66, Houston Baptist 61 Texas-Arlington 75, UALR 71 Far West Arizona 88, Colorado 61 BYU 89, Portland 72 Boise St. 91, UNLV 90, OT CS Northridge 81, UC Irvine 75 Cal Poly 69, UC Riverside 64 Colorado St. 82, Wyoming 67 Denver 72, Nebraska-Omaha 60 E. Washington 85, S. Utah 74 Fresno St. 79, Utah St. 76 Idaho 83, Grand Canyon 77 Montana 62, Idaho St. 61 Nevada 75, Air Force 56 New Mexico 58, San Diego St. 44 North Dakota 75, N. Arizona 63 Sacramento St. 79, N. Colorado 58 Saint Mary’s (Cal) 76, Santa Clara 54 San Francisco 64, Pacific 59 Stanford 83, UCLA 74 UC Santa Barbara 80, Cal St.-Fullerton 65 Washington 86, Oregon St. 62 Weber St. 86, Montana St. 68

Women’s Top 25 Saturday’s Games No. 1 UConn 92, Houston 41 No. 6 Baylor 69, TCU 46 No. 13 West Virginia 61, Kansas State 40 No. 24 Gonzaga 72, Portland 61 Friday’s Games No. 5 Stanford 64 Southern Cal 59 No. 18 California 77 UCLA 72 No. 20 Arizona State 55 Colorado 51 Sunday’s Games No. 2 Notre Dame vs. No. 7 Duke, 11 a.m.

No. 3 Louisville vs. No. 25 Rutgers, 1 p.m.

No. 4 South Carolina vs. Florida, 11 a.m.

No. 5 Stanford at UCLA, 5 p.m.

No. 8 Maryland at Georgia Tech, 2 p.m.

No. 10 Tennessee at Missouri, noon No. 11 N. Carolina vs. Virginia Tech, noon No. 12 Oklahoma St. at Texas Tech, 1 p.m.

No. 14 N.C. State vs. Virginia, noon No. 15 Kentucky at No. 16 Texas A&M, noon No. 18 California at Southern Cal, 1 p.m.

No. 19 LSU vs. Arkansas, noon No. 20 Arizona State vs. Utah, 1 p.m.

No. 21 Purdue vs. Wisconsin, noon No. 22 St. John’s at Creighton, 1:05 p.m.

Women’s Division I Saturday’s Games East Army 64, American U. 60 Bowling Green 73, Buffalo 63 Bucknell 62, Boston U. 50 CCSU 63, Sacred Heart 53 Cornell 78, Brown 53 Dartmouth 53, Penn 50 Duquesne 60, Fordham 51 Hartford 80, UMBC 64 Iona 69, Canisius 52 LIU Brooklyn 77, Wagner 51 Lehigh 73, Lafayette 59 Mount St. Mary’s 70, Fairleigh Dickinson 35 Navy 64, Holy Cross 57 Niagara 85, Monmouth (NJ) 57 Princeton 69, Harvard 64 Providence 61, Xavier 59 Quinnipiac 67, St. Peter’s 44 Robert Morris 73, Bryant 62 Seton Hall 90, Marquette 86, OT South Florida 72, Temple 69 St. Bonaventure 57, George Mason 53 St. Francis (NY) 82, St. Francis (Pa.) 74 Stony Brook 73, Maine 65 Vermont 74, Binghamton 48 Yale 73, Columbia 68

Midwest Akron 88, Ohio 76 Cent. Michigan 85, N. Illinois 77 DePaul 97, Butler 64 IPFW 78, IUPUI 73 Indiana 79, Illinois 61 Iowa 74, Michigan 70 Iowa St. 81, Texas 64 Nebraska-Omaha 65, Denver 41 North Dakota 87, Sacramento St. 57 S. Dakota St. 75, N. Dakota St. 53 SE Missouri 59, Jacksonville St. 48 South Dakota 79, W. Illinois 76 Valparaiso 84, Oakland 70 West Virginia 61, Kansas St. 40 Wright St. 102, Detroit 82 South Alabama St. 68, Alcorn St. 59 Bethune-Cookman 76, Florida A&M 62 Campbell 65, Gardner-Webb 62 Cincinnati 50, UCF 49 Coastal Carolina 57, Presbyterian 50 Coppin St. 63, Norfolk St. 51 Davidson 83, W. Carolina 73 Delaware St. 79, Md.-Eastern Shore 68 E. Illinois 54, Belmont 48 E. Kentucky 79, Austin Peay 71 Elon 82, Wofford 59 FIU 77, Marshall 66 Florida Gulf Coast 80, North Florida 54 Furman 77, UNC-Greensboro 64 George Washington 72, Richmond 58 Georgia Southern 74, Appalachian St. 72 Hampton 59, Howard 52 High Point 82, UNC Asheville 75 Jackson St. 64, Grambling St. 51 Liberty 80, Winthrop 69 Longwood 76, Radford 70 Louisiana-Lafayette 67, Georgia St. 63 Mercer 80, ETSU 50 Middle Tennessee 48, Charlotte 46 N. Kentucky 61, Lipscomb 57 NC A&T 79, NC Central 51 Nicholls St. 76, McNeese St. 66 Rice 61, Louisiana Tech 56 SC State 66, Savannah St. 62 SC-Upstate 90, Kennesaw St. 78 SIU-Edwardsville 74, Tennessee St. 66 SMU 78, Memphis 74 Southern Miss. 78, FAU 70 Southern U. 94, Alabama A&M 82 Stetson 85, Jacksonville 63 Texas Southern 66, MVSU 56 Troy 86, South Alabama 76 UAB 81, Tulane 79 UT-Martin 84, Murray St. 67 VCU 74, Saint Louis 67 W. Kentucky 92, Louisiana-Monroe 63 Southwest Arkansas St. 74, Texas St. 55 Baylor 69, TCU 46 Cent. Arkansas 62, Oral Roberts 54 Lamar 81, Sam Houston St. 64 NJIT 57, Incarnate Word 48 Oklahoma 64, Kansas 61 Old Dominion 68, UTSA 57 Prairie View 80, Ark.-Pine Bluff 67 Stephen F. Austin 68, Northwestern St. 51 Texas A&M-CC 74, Houston Baptist 62 Tulsa 63, North Texas 43 UALR 69, Texas-Arlington 60 UConn 92, Houston 41 UTEP 81, East Carolina 74 Far West BYU 91, Loyola Marymount 67 Boise St. 75, UNLV 72 CS Bakersfield 99, Chicago St. 58 Cal Poly 83, UC Riverside 72 Fresno St. 72, Utah St. 70 Gonzaga 72, Portland 61 Idaho 68, Grand Canyon 54 Montana 76, Idaho St. 67 Montana St. 75, Weber St. 71 N. Arizona 86, N. Colorado 70 Nevada 76, Air Force 43 Pacific 83, San Francisco 65 S. Utah 86, Portland St. 79 San Diego 73, Pepperdine 46 San Diego St. 53, New Mexico 48 Santa Clara 89, Saint Mary’s (Cal) 83 UC Davis 56, Hawaii 52 UC Irvine 76, CS Northridge 72 UC Santa Barbara 64, Cal St.-Fullerton 54 Utah Valley 49, UMKC 43 Wyoming 75, Colorado St. 49

OLYMPICS OLYMPICS MEDALS TABLE (Through Saturday) (95 of 98 events) Nation G S B Russia 11 10 8 United States 9 7 11 Norway 11 5 10 Canada 9 10 5 Netherlands 8 7 9 Germany 8 6 5 Austria 4 8 5 France 4 4 7 Sweden 2 6 6 Switzerland 6 3 2 China 3 4 2 South Korea 3 3 2 Czech Republic 2 4 2 Slovenia 2 2 4 Japan 1 4 3 Italy 0 2 6 Belarus 5 0 1 Poland 4 1 1 Finland 1 3 1 Britain 1 1 2 Australia 0 2 1 Latvia 0 1 2 Ukraine 1 0 1 Slovakia 1 0 0 Croatia 0 1 0 Kazakhstan 0 0 1

Tot 29 27 26 24 24 19 17 15 14 11 9 8 8 8 8 8 6 6 5 4 3 3 2 1 1 1

SATURDAY’S U.S. OLYMPIANS FARED ALPINE SKIING Men’s Slalom Final Ranking (First and second runs in parentheses) 13. Nolan Kasper, Warren, Vt., (18, 48.70; 10, 55.52) 1:44.22.

NR. Ted Ligety, Park City, Utah, (6, 47.56, DNF), DNF. NR. David Chodounsky, Crested Butte, Colo., DNF. BIATHLON Men’s 4x7.5km Relay 16. United States (Lowell Bailey, Lake Placid, N.Y., Russell Currier, Stockholm, Maine, Sean Doherty, Center Conway, N.H., Leif Nordgren, Marine on St. Croix, Minn.), 1:17:39.1 (3+0).

BOBSLEIGH Men’s Four-Man Through Two Runs 4. United States 1 (Steven Holcomb, Park City, Utah, Curt Tomasevicz, Shelby, Neb., Steve Langton, Melrose, Mass., Chris Fogt, Alpine, Utah), 1:50.36.

11. United States 2 (Nick Cunningham, Monterey, Calif., Justin Olsen, San Antonio, Johnny Quinn, McKinney, Texas, Dallas Robinson, Georgetown, Ky.), 1:51.09.

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING Women’s 30km Mass Start 24. Liz Stephen, East Montpelier, Vt., 1:14:11.8.

27. Holly Brooks, Anchorage, Alaska, 1:14:58.3.

28. Kikkan Randall, Anchorage, Alaska, 1:15:10.7.

40. Jessie Diggins, Afton, Minn., 1:18:13.0.

SNOWBOARD Men’s Parallel Slalom Qualifying (First and second runs followed by total time) NR. (6) Justin Reiter, Steamboat Springs, Colo., DSQ. SPEEDSKATING Men’s Team Pursuit Final D 04. (W) United States (Brian Hansen, Glenview, Ill., Jonathan Kuck, Champaign, Ill., Joey Mantia, Ocala, Fla.).

04. (L) France (Alexis Contin, Ewen Fernandez, Benjamin Mace).

Women’s Team Pursuit Final C 3. (W) Canada (Ivanie Blondin, Kali Christ, Brittany Schussler).

3. (L) United States (Brittany Bowe, Ocala, Fla., Heather Richardson, High Point, N.C., Jilleanne Rookard, Woodhaven, Mich.).

SATURDAY’S MEDALISTS ALPINE SKIING Men’s Slalom GOLD—Mario Matt, Austria SILVER—Marcel Hirscher, Austria BRONZE—Henrik Kristoffersen, Norway BIATHLON Men’s 4x7.5km Relay GOLD—Russia (Alexey Volkov, Evgeny Ustyugov, Dmitry Malyshko, Anton Shipulin) SILVER—Germany (Erik Lesser, Daniel Boehm, Arnd Peiffer, Simon Schempp) BRONZE—Austria (Christoph Sumann, Daniel Mesotitsch, Simon Eder, Dominik Landertinger) CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING Women’s 30km Mass Start GOLD—Marit Bjoergen, Norway SILVER—Therese Johaug, Norway BRONZE—Kristin Stoermer Steira, Norway ICE HOCKEY Men BRONZE—Finland (Olli Maatta, Ossi Vaananen, Lasse Kukkonen, Sami Salo, Teemu Selanne, Olli Jokinen, Tuomo Ruutu, Aleksander Barkov, Sami Lepisto, Jori Lehtera, Sakari Salminen, Jarkko Immonen, Petri Kontiola, Lauri Korpikoski, Antti Niemi, Kari Lehtonen, Jussi Jokinen, Juuso Hietanen, Tuukka Rask, Antti Pihlstrom, Kimmo Timonen, Sami Vatanen, Juhamatti Aaltonen, Mikael Granlund, Leo Komarov) SNOWBOARD Men’s Parallel Slalom GOLD—Vic Wild, Russia SILVER—Zan Kosir, Slovenia BRONZE—Benjamin Karl, Austria Women’s Parallel Slalom GOLD—Julia Dujmovits, Austria SILVER—Anke Karstens, Germany BRONZE—Amelie Kober, Germany SPEEDSKATING Men’s Team Pursuit GOLD—Netherlands (Jan Blokhuijsen, Sven Kramer, Koen Verweij) SILVER—South Korea (Joo Hyong Jun, Kim Cheol Min, Lee Seung Hoon) BRONZE—Poland (Zbigniew Brodka, Konrad Niedzwiedzki, Jan Szymanski) Women’s Team Pursuit GOLD—Netherlands (Marrit Leenstra, Jorien ter Mors, Lotte van Beek, Ireen Wust) SILVER—Poland (Katarzyna Bachleda - Curus, Natalia Czerwonka, Katarzyna Wozniak, Luiza Zlotkowska) BRONZE—Russia (Olga Graf, Yekaterina Lobysheva, Yekaterina Shikhova, Yuliya Skokova)

MEN’S HOCKEY Saturday’s Game Bronze Medal Finland 5, United States 0 Sunday’s Game Gold Medal Sweden vs. Canada, 7 a.m.

Finland 5, United States 0 Finland 0 2 3 —5 United States 0 0 0 —0 First Period—No scoring. Penalties— Teemu Selanne, Finland (Tripping); Max Pacioretty, United States (high sticking); Kimmo Timonen, Finland (throwing a stick or any object); Sakari Salminen, Finland (Tripping).

Second Period—1, Finland, Teemu Selanne (Mikael Granlund, Lauri Korpikoski), 1:27. 2, Finland, Jussi Jokinen (Jori Lehtera, Petri Kontiola), 1:38. Penalties—Leo Komarov, Finland (slashing); David Backes, United States (Tripping).

Third Period—3, Finland, Juuso Hietanen (Tuomo Ruutu, Sami Lepisto), 6:10. 4, Finland, Teemu Selanne (Mikael Granlund, Lauri Korpikoski), 9:06 (pp). 5, Finland, Olli Maatta (Jori Lehtera, Jussi Jokinen), 13:09 (pp). Penalties—Patrick Kane, United States (Tripping); T.J. Oshie, United States (interference); Ryan Suter, United States (high sticking); Patrick Kane, United States (slashing).

Shots on Goal—Finland 8-12-9—29.

United States 12-10-5—27.

Goalies—Finland, Tuukka Rask. United States, Jonathan Quick.

HOCKEY HOCKEY NHL Eastern Conference Atlantic GP Boston 57 Tampa Bay 58 Montreal 59 Toronto 60 Detroit 58 Ottawa 59 Florida 58 Buffalo 57 Metro GP Pittsburgh 58 N.Y. Rangers 59 Philadelphia 59 Columbus 58 Washington 59 Carolina 57 New Jersey 59 N.Y. Islndrs 60

W 37 33 32 32 26 26 22 15 W 40 32 30 29 27 26 24 22

L OL Pts GF 16 4 78 176 20 5 71 168 21 6 70 148 22 6 70 178 20 12 64 151 22 11 63 169 29 7 51 139 34 8 38 110 L OL Pts GF 15 3 83 186 24 3 67 155 23 6 66 162 24 5 63 170 23 9 63 171 22 9 61 144 22 13 61 135 30 8 52 164

GA 125 145 142 182 163 191 183 172 GA 138 146 167 161 175 158 146 200

Western Conference Central GP W L OL Pts GF St. Louis 57 39 12 6 84 196 Chicago 60 35 11 14 84 207 Colorado 58 37 16 5 79 174 Minnesota 59 31 21 7 69 145 Dallas 58 27 21 10 64 164 Winnipeg 60 28 26 6 62 168 Nashville 59 25 24 10 60 146 Pacific GP W L OL Pts GF Anaheim 60 41 14 5 87 196 San Jose 59 37 16 6 80 175 Los Angeles 59 31 22 6 68 139 Phoenix 58 27 21 10 64 163 Vancouver 60 27 24 9 63 146 Calgary 58 22 29 7 51 137 Edmonton 60 20 33 7 47 153 Saturday - February 24 No games scheduled.

GA 135 163 153 147 164 175 180 GA 147 142 128 169 160 179 199

NHL Calendar Feb. 23 — Olympic men’s hockey gold-medal game: Sochi, Russia.

Feb. 26 — NHL regular season resumes.

March 1 — NHL Stadium Series: Pittsburgh Penguins at Chicago Blackhawks, Soldier Field.

March 5 — Trade deadline, 1 p.m.

March 10-12 — NHL general managers meeting, Boca Raton, Fla.

AUTO RACING AUTO RACING NASCAR-SPRINT CUP Daytona 500 Lineup After Thursday qualifying; race Sunday At Daytona International Speedway Daytona Beach, Fla. Lap length: 2.5 miles (Car number in parentheses) 1. (3) Austin Dillon, Chevrolet, 196.019 mph.

2. (78) Martin Truex Jr., Chevrolet, 195.852.

3. (20) Matt Kenseth, Toyota, 194.574.

4. (11) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 194.477.

5. (5) Kasey Kahne, Chev., 194.544.

6. (24) Jeff Gordon, Chev., 195.042.

7. (9) Marcos Ambrose, Ford, 194.894.

8. (41) Kurt Busch, Chevrolet, 194.078.

9. (88) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chev., 195.211.

10. (27) Paul Menard, Chev., 194.919.

11. (98) Josh Wise, Ford, 192.061.

12. (33) Brian Scott, Chev., 194.776.

13. (43) Aric Almirola, Ford, 194.658.

14. (21) Trevor Bayne, Ford, 194.334.

15. (47) A J Allmendinger, Chev., 194.108.

16. (42) Kyle Larson, Chev., 194.41.

17. (38) David Gilliland, Ford, 193.736.

18. (40) Landon Cassill, Chev., 193.732.

19. (31) Ryan Newman, Chev., 195.707.

20. (15) Clint Bowyer, Toyota, 194.523.

21. (14) Tony Stewart, Chev., 193.365.

22. (1) Jamie McMurray, Chev., 192.695.

23. (26) Cole Whitt, Toyota, 192.538.

24. (32) Terry Labonte, Ford, 192.135.

25. (16) Greg Biffle, Ford, 195.818.

26. (52) Bobby Labonte, Chev., 191.493.

27. (10) Danica Patrick, Chev., 194.38.

28. (13) Casey Mears, Chev., 194.582.

29. (23) Alex Bowman, Toyota, 189.685.

30. (99) Carl Edwards, Ford, 195.712.

NASCAR NATIONWIDE DRIVE4COPD 300 Saturday At Daytona International Speedway Daytona Beach, Fla. Lap length: 2.5 miles (Start position in parentheses) 1. (19) Regan Smith, Chevrolet, 121 laps, 109.7 rating, 47 points, $122,152.

2. (17) Brad Keselowski, Ford, 121, 101.3, 0, $92,585.

3. (31) Trevor Bayne, Ford, 121, 86.1, 41, $87,066.

4. (4) Kyle Busch, Toyota, 121, 129.5, 0, $74,785.

5. (5) Elliott Sadler, Toyota, 121, 118.1, 39, $70,051.

6. (27) Brendan Gaughan, Chevrolet, 121, 87.2, 38, $65,276.

7. (23) Ty Dillon, Chevrolet, 121, 110.6, 37, $63,776.

8. (1) Dylan Kwasniewski, Chevrolet, 121, 102.2, 36, $65,601.

9. (29) Ryan Sieg, Chevrolet, 121, 73.5, 0, $60,851.

10. (2) Kyle Larson, Chevrolet, 121, 106.9, 0, $61,001.

11. (16) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 121, 90.4, 0, $52,195.

12. (24) Joe Nemechek, Toyota, 121, 73.2, 32, $58,026.

13. (25) Mike Wallace, Dodge, 121, 70.3, 31, $51,345.

14. (6) Matt Kenseth, Toyota, 121, 82.4, 0, $51,020.

15. (26) Chase Elliott, Chevrolet, 121, 90.5, 29, $57,576.

16. (14) James Buescher, Toyota, 121, 89.8, 28, $56,826.

17. (20) Brian Scott, Chevrolet, 121, 82.4, 27, $56,376.

18. (39) Ryan Reed, Ford, 121, 65.2, 26, $56,251.

19. (3) Danica Patrick, Chevrolet, 121, 72.4, 0, $50,070.

20. (12) Mike Bliss, Toyota, 121, 85.8, 24, $56,701.

21. (34) Landon Cassill, Chevrolet, 121, 58.9, 23, $55,876.

22. (11) Blake Koch, Toyota, 121, 77.2, 22, $55,746.

23. (30) Dakoda Armstrong, Ford, 121, 55.8, 21, $55,571.

24. (40) Chad Boat, Chevrolet, 121, 58.4, 20, $49,240.

25. (10) David Starr, Toyota, 121, 65.4, 19, $55,796.

26. (22) Scott Lagasse Jr., Toyota, 121, 56, 18, $55,171.

27. (7) Jamie Dick, Chevrolet, 121, 84.6, 18, $55,071.

28. (9) Johnny Sauter, Toyota, 120, 79.2, 0, $48,765.

29. (33) Jeremy Clements, Chevrolet, 120, 40.2, 15, $54,871.

30. (37) Jeffrey Earnhardt, Chevrolet, 120, 36.9, 14, $55,046.

Race Statistics Average Speed of Race Winner: 148.204 mph.

Time of Race: 2 hours, 2 minutes, 28 seconds.

Margin of Victory: 0.013 seconds.

Caution Flags: 5 for 20 laps.

GOLF GOLF PGA TOUR WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship Saturday At Dove Mountain, The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club Marana, Ariz.

Purse: $9 million Yardage: 7,791; Par: 72 Quarterfinals (Seedings in parentheses) Jason Day (8), Australia, def. Louis Oosthuizen (32), South Africa, 2 and 1.

Rickie Fowler (53), United States, def.

Jim Furyk (20), United States, 1 up.

Ernie Els (31), South Africa, def.

Jordan Spieth (10), United States, 4 and 2.

Victor Dubuisson (27), France, def.

Graeme McDowell (14), Northern Ireland, 1 up.

LPGA TOUR Honda LPGA Thailand Saturday At Siam Country Club (Pattaya Old Course) Chonburi, Thailand Purse: $1.5 million Yardage: 6,568; Par: 72 a-amateur Third Round Anna Nordqvis 66-72-67—205 Inbee Park 71-71-67—209 Michelle Wie 67-73-69—209 Julieta Granada 71-68-71—210 Yani Tseng 72-73-66—211 Cristie Kerr 71-72-68—211 Lydia Ko 72-70-69—211 Lexi Thompson 68-74-69—211 Catriona Matthew 76-71-65—212 Se Ri Pak 72-72-68—212 Shanshan Feng 71-72-69—212 Caroline Hedwall 69-73-70—212 Jenny Shin 72-70-70—212 Jennifer Johnson 68-73-71—212 So Yeon Ryu 69-72-71—212 Angela Stanford 68-73-71—212 Karrie Webb 71-70-71—212 Sandra Gal 69-70-73—212 Gerina Piller 70-73-70—213 Thidapa Suwannapura 73-70-70—213 Stacy Lewis 71-69-73—213 Azahara Munoz 71-68-74—213 Suzann Pettersen 69-73-72—214

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Title: Windham wins with pin for 1st time

So, does Lott lack confidence in herself, or is she just one to not to toot her own horn? The jury is still out on that one.

“I think she definitely lacks the confidence,” said Lott’s mother, Wendy, who was a swimmer at Louisiana State University. “We like to call her the ‘Race Horse’ because she likes to come from behind and is driven by competition. She likes to race, so she’s just naturally talented at it.”

That’s one theory, but there are others who believe that she doesn’t want to come off as overconfident.

“Personally, I would rather talk softly and carry a big stick, and she probably has the same idea,” Los Alamos head coach Stu Corliss said. “I think she has a quiet confidence. She’s not the bragging type.”

Now that she has a gold medal as well as

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Robertson’s Rico Montoya, top, tries to pin St. Michael’s Geno Palermo on Saturday at the State Wrestling Tournament finals at the Santa Ana Star Center.

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its first AAAA team trophy, but the Jaguars struggled to a fourth-place finish with 140 points — 13 behind Deming for third. Capital could take consolation in Tapia’s second straight title and Salvidrez’s second championship after two years of heartbreak.

Tapia told the coaching staff he was going to pin Piedra Vista’s Wes Rayburn after winning his semifinal match. It took Tapia some time, but he finally pulled it off with :36 left in the match.

“He beat me up in Colorado [during the club season],” Tapia said. “I owed him one.”

Salvidrez’s win was redemption for the Capital junior. He lost 2-0 to Valencia’s Carlos Montano for the 132 championship in 2012 and then Belen’s Wyatt Robinson beat him 9-5 at 145 last year. Salvidrez admitted the losses lingered with him and made him doubt his ability to be the championship wrestler he was as an eighth grader.

“I hit that slump, and I had to get back on my feet,” Salvidrez said. “It was hard, but I’m glad I had [Capital assistant coach] Trey Saxon [a two-time state champion from Santa Fe High]. He was my workout partner. He was great.”

While Salvidrez overcame his demons, the Jaguars will have an offseason to wonder what could have been. They came in as one of the favorites in AAAA, but they needed some strong performances

on Saturday.

Lucas Romero took fifth place at 106 and Miguel Loya was sixth in 170, but the Jaguars needed a couple of more podium finishes. Gilbert Mancha lost in the quarterfinals at 132 on Friday and the consolation semifinals a day later. At 195, Jacob Esquibel lost 2-1 in a consolation semifinal.

Capital head coach Marcos Gallegos hopes that the near-miss propels the team next fall.

“If this doesn’t put it in them, I’ll put it in them,” Gallegos said. “We need to get on the podium. I need to get a district title and get on the podium.”

Los Alamos will be right on the Jaguars’ heels next year, though. While senior Brian Geyer finished his career with a 7-0 win in the 195 championship over Farmington’s Cesar Haro to take his second title, Lane Saunders will continue the Hilltoppers’ legacy. The sophomore beat Piedra Vista’s Aaron Rino 5-4 for his first medal, and will lead the charge in a district that will be tough.

Capital only loses Anaya, Mancha and Loya to graduation, and Albuquerque Del Norte will move into 2AAAA, taking the place of Santa Fe High.

“It’s going to be tough next year,” Saunders said. “A lot tougher than this year, I can tell you that.”

two school records in two days in the event, Lott is starting to realize how talented she is really is.

“I don’t find myself extremely, extremely fast, but when I did that, I was like ‘Oh, I guess I am really good,’ ” Lott said. “I wasn’t expecting to do that well, and now that I have, I’m happy and ecstatic. It was one of the best meets I’ve ever had.”

Oh, and she took second in the 200 freestyle with a time of 1:53.68, also a new school record, making that three individual broken records for Lott over a stretch of two days.

It’s a good thing for Corliss that she is going to be around for two more years, which will give her time to develop even further.

“She’s on a star trajectory, for sure,” Corliss said. “We expect great things out of her, and she’s only going to get better.”

Lott had herself a very good weekend, but she was part of a Lady Hilltoppers team that took third overall behind Albuquerque Eldorado and Albuquerque La Cueva. She was a part of a 400 freestyle relay team that took second and, no surprise, set a new school record in 3:39.23.

“I think when you have someone like Sarah doing as well as she was, it gives confidence to everybody,” Corliss said. “I have no complaints. I am very proud of the team.”

And now that the season is over and the Los Alamos record books have been severely edited, Lott is going to celebrate with something she has tried to refrain from all season.

“I’m really hoping that we go to 5 Guys and I can eat a really big burger,” she said.

“That’s how I’m hoping to celebrate.”

And that’s something she knows for sure.

Lobos: Led by as many as 24 in second half Continued from Page D-1 MWC banner.

The Lobos had been looking up at SDSU in the standings since mid-January when UNLV dealt UNM its lone home loss of the conference season. The Aztecs, meanwhile, won their first 10 MWC games.

SDSU head coach Steve Fisher said the Lobos are in line with the top teams in the country. This coming from a man whose team went into Allen Fieldhouse and beat Kansas back on Jan. 5.

“In my opinion, not just because of the fact that we got beat and beat badly, that’s the best team we’ve played,” he said of UNM. “They got size, they got strength, they got veteran leaders. And they’re good.”

The Lobos led by as many as 24 points in the second half, holding SDSU to 26 points through the first 29 minutes, 47 seconds of the game. Aztecs guard Xavier Thames — averaging 18.5 points per game in conference games — had just seven points on 3-for-15 shooting. He was a non-factor the entire way.

SDSU’s inability to generate any kind of offense led to a dismal shooting night. As a team the shot 32.3 percent, but only

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Continued from Page D-1 Chasing him is Capital freshman Jose Tapia, who won his second title, this one at at 113 pounds, to keep pace with the “Drive for Five.”

But the night was a coronation of Windham, who becomes the most decorated wrestler in the program’s history. Along with five individual titles, he helped the Horsemen to three team championships.

“He’s not a cocky kid,” said Joaquin Garcia, the Horsemen head coach. “When he wins, he wins with class, and that is a big thing in my estimation. We don’t go and showboat out there.”

Of the five, this title was by far the easiest for Windham. He garnered a first-period takedown to open the scoring, then had a pair of near-falls in the second for a 10-0 lead before finally pinning Robinson with 1:30 left in his career. It was the first time he won a title by a pin, which is a far cry from the pair of overtime victories he had to start his medal run.

Yet the soft-spoken Horseman never even considered a pin until his first takedown.

“At first, I wanted to ride it out,” Windham said. “Then, after the first takedown, I was like, ‘Well, I’ve never gotten a pin.’ So I thought I’d try for that.”

Montoya had his eyes on a pin, but for different reasons. He looked at the team standings and wanted to give his team six points for a pin. Palermo, while overmatched almost from the start, was agile enough to stave off Montoya’s attempts. In the end, he settled for a majority decision.

While he enjoyed the individual championships, Montoya has made it clear his career is missing one important piece — a team title. Robertson finished third in A-AAA with 167 points, which put the team on the podium after missing the top-three for the first time in 12 years in 2013.

The Cardinals rallied from a rough start in which the first four wrestlers lost in the opening round and only five made it to the semifinals. They had five make it to the consolation championship, with three taking third, while Montoya, Dominic Lucero (152) and Kenneth Yara (220) all won their weight classes.

“In a two-day tournament, you have a good day and a bad day,” Montoya said. “[Saturday], everybody showed up to wrestle and that got us some big points.”

The goal for Capital entering the tournament was to score enough points to earn

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after a late flourish padded the stats as the Aztecs scored 18 points in the final 10 minutes of the game.

“Obviously we wanted to get to a quick start and we managed to do that,” said Lobos forward Cameron Bairstow, a player Fisher described as one of the best in the country at his position. “We let them back a bit in the second half but besides that I thought our defense was outstanding.”

The Lobos turned up the defensive heat in the first half, holding the Aztecs to just 29.7 percent shooting (11-for-37).

New Mexico led by as many as 11 and carried a 29-22 lead into the break as Bairstow scored all 10 of his points in the first half during an 18-10 run to start the game.

After J.J. O’Brien started the second half with a bucket to draw the Aztecs within 29-24, the Lobos put the game away with a 21-2 run punctuated by the roof-raising support of a home crowd that hit 118 on the decibel meter.

It was apparent the game was well in hand when freshman Cullen Neal banked in a 3-pointer from 28 feet out at the top of the key to end the run.

“Man, they were just hit-

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ting some shots,” Thames said.

“They played good. We didn’t get to the line, but neither did they. I had some good shots but nothing was going in.”

The teams combined to take nine free throws. SDSU was 0-for-3 from the line, the first time all year they have been shut out from the stripe.

As the game got out of hand, things got chippy. Lobos guard Kendall Williams put an exclamation point on the final score by dribbling into the lane in the closing seconds, planting the ball in the paint, then leaping up to grab the rim as the clock expired.

During the postgame handshake a few players exchanged heated words, forcing Lobos head coach Craig Neal to separate his players from the Aztecs as SDSU made its way toward

the locker room.

Just as the Aztecs reached the ramp that leads away from the floor, a UNM fan threw a drink in their direction from the chairback section. SDSU players Skyler Spencer and Dwayne Polee exchanged words with fans and one of them appeared to approach an animated Lobo fan hanging over the railing.

“I was the first guy to shake hands and the first guy up the tunnel, so I have no idea what happened in the handshake line,” Fisher said.

“Handshake lines aren’t good, I still don’t understand them,” Neal said. “When two competitive people go to war, two competitive teams go to war there’re not nice. I don’t know what happened, but I was just trying to get my team out.”

Regardless, it sets up what promises to be a wild rematch in two weeks on the West Coast.

Bairstow finished with a game-high 26 points and nine rebounds. Williams was the only other Lobo in double figures with 10 points. He also had seven assists — three more than SDSU’s entire team.

Winston Shepard was the only Aztec in double figures with 10 points.

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Española Valley stomps Bernalillo The New Mexican

The Española Valley boys basketball team knew what was at stake on Saturday night.

A loss to end the regular season could have had dire consequences for the Sundevils, but they took care of business and were rewarded with a District 2AAAA title with a 67-50 win over Bernalillo in Edward Medina Gymnasium.

The win gives Española (15-11 overall, 6-2 2AAAA) the top seed for next week’s district tournament and an automatic berth into the Class AAAA State Tournament.

Bernalillo (11-15, 4-4) cut a 48-37 deficit to 48-43 early in the fourth quarter, but the Sundevils went on a 19-6 run to secure the win. Had the Spartans pulled out the win, Española would have fallen into a three-way tie with Bernalillo and Capital, which beat Santa Fe High 46-40. The tie-breaking scenario did not favor the Sundevils. They would have finished third, with Capital and Bernalillo playing for the district top seed.

“I don’t think people knew what was at stake tonight,” Española head coach Richard Martinez said. “We could have been third with a chance to not get into the state tournament. … This was a big win.”

Big wins need big performances, and few were bigger than Jared Garduno, who had 23 points to lead the Sundevils. Joseph Trujillo added 14, while Elias Archuleta had eight.

Bernalillo had Carl Herrera with 17 points.

It completed a wild final week that saw Capital (9-15, 5-3) win its last two games to take second place, while Santa Fe High (6-19, 4-4) went from a half-game out of first into a tie for third with Bernalillo. The tiebreaker went to the Demons, whose district point differential (based on a system that caps winning and losing margins at plus/minus-10) was better than Bernalillo’s (plus-2 versus minus-3).

POJOAQUE VALLEY 70, LAS VEGAS ROBERTSON 57 The Elks closed out the season by avenging a 63-46 loss to the Cardinals on Feb. 6 in Ben Luján Gymnasium. In doing so, they secured third place in 2AAA. Anthony Rodriguez led Pojoaque (13-13, 4-4) with 16 points while teammate Chris Martinez added 12. The Cardinals (10-16, 3-5) were paced by Ricardo Martinez, who scored 14 points.

The Elks will host the winner of Robertson-Raton on Feb. 26 in the 2AAA tournament.

GIRLS LOS ALAMOS 57, ARTESIA 56 (OT) The Lady Hilltoppers moved to 13-14 overall with a nondistrict win over the Lady Bulldogs. McKenzie Logan led Los Alamos with 24 points.

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THE NEW MEXICAN Sunday, February 23, 2014

MEN’S HOCKEY

Finland embarrasses U.S. to take home bronze be at home.

“It was just something special,” Selanne said. “I’m so proud.”

The Americans, meanwhile, were humiliated.

By Larry Lage “I’m kind of embarrassed The Associated Press where we’re at now,” U.S. defenseman Ryan Suter said.

SOCHI, Russia — Teemu Selanne has helped Finland Selanne led his team around win four medals in the past five the ice, with a bronze medal draped around his neck, after he Olympics, more than any other nation in the NHL era. finished off his sixth Olympics Before the match became a with a sweet victory.

If the Finn- rout, it was a game of missed Finland 5 opportunities for the Americans. ish Flash is U.S. 0 Patrick Kane couldn’t convert retiring and on a penalty shot in each of the hanging up his skates after the NHL season, first two periods. He missed the net to the right on his first onehe picked a pretty good way to on-one duel and hit the right go out on the world’s stage.

Selanne scored two goals, and crossbar on his second.

“Just didn’t really capitalize Tuukka Rask had a 27-save shuton anything,” he acknowledged. out, helping Finland rout the Kane, who also missed a United States 5-0 Saturday to breakaway in overtime against win hockey bronze at Sochi.

The 43-year-old, smooth-skat- Russia, said Saturday’s setback was one of the most frustrating ing forward with a lightninggames of his career. quick shot and Jussi Jokinen “Whether it was confidence scored 11 seconds apart early in or not getting enough chances, pivotal second period. who really knows at the end of Selanne and his teammates were not finished, scoring three the day,” he said. “I thought I goals in the third against a team had opportunities. … You think that looked like it would rather you’re in three times against the

Finns have medaled in 4 of past 5 Games

USA defenseman Justin Faulk and forward Joe Pavelski react as Finland celebrates a goal during the third period of the men’s hockey game Saturday. MARK HUMPHREY/THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

goaltender alone and hopefully you could score a couple of times out of that. It just wasn’t meant to be.”

No, it wasn’t.

The Americans wasted a chance to earn medals in consecutive Olympic hockey tour-

naments for the first time since winning gold in 1960 and silver in 1956.

Finland, meanwhile, took advantage of two power plays in the third period with goals to put the U.S. away in a game it didn’t look interested in after falling behind 2-0.

If the league and players’ union do not let the world’s best players go to South Korea in four years, Kane and Co. may never get a shot to help the Americans win gold that has been elusive since the 1980 “Miracle on Ice.” Jonathan Quick, starting ahead of silver-medal winning goaltender Ryan Miller, stopped all eight shots that got to him in the first before giving up five goals on just 21 shots over the last two periods.

“Absolutely not secondguessing the decision to go with Quick in net,” U.S. coach Dan Bylsma said. “He was our best player in the semifinal game.

“He was excellent again tonight. He made five, six or seven excellent saves in the first half of this game. And no, I did not consider pulling him as the

game went to four and five.”

Selanne, who has said he will retire after playing for the Anaheim Ducks this season, skated off the ice in Sochi for the final time with 20 seconds to play and hugged two teammates on the bench before leaping back over the boards at the final buzzer.

From the ice, Selanne reached over the boards to embrace every assistant coach and executive on Finland’s bench. The popular player got lifted off his skates more than once by hugs.

“Maybe this was his last game for national team and as a captain,” Finland coach Erkka Westerlund. “It was excellent game to finish.”

Finland won bronze for the second straight Olympics and third time since 1998, the first with NHL players. It lost to rival Sweden in the 2006 gold-medal game and in Friday’s semifinals.

The Finns were fired up for the consolation prize and weren’t satisfied with a two-goal lead after two periods, pouring it on with Juuso Hietanen’s goal 6:10 into the third and Selanne scored for a second time less than two minutes later.

Winter Games morph into X Games

By Tim Dahlberg The Associated Press

Austria’s Mario Matt celebrates winning the gold medal in the men’s slalom Saturday. CHRISTOPHE ENA/THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

MEN’S SLALOM

Mario Matt, 34, becomes oldest Alpine champ “I was really disappointed after the first run, but when I saw the course … I thought that I might have a chance,”

By Howard Fendrich Kristoffersen said, “so thank The Associated Press you, Ante Kostelic.”

Not many agreed.

KRASNAYA POLYANA, Ted Ligety, the American Russia — One racer called the who won the giant slalom course “borderline unsportsWednesday, was sixth after manlike.” Another said it was the slalom’s first run but skied “brutal.” Five of the top eight out less than halfway through skiers in the opening leg failed the second. to even finish the second.

“The snow is just really Leave it to 34-year-old bad, and Ante set a really difMario Matt to handle the ficult, ‘typical Ante’ course tough gates and soft snow set, which is borderline better than anyone. The Aus- unsportsmanlike,” Ligety said. trian veteran added a safe “But that’s how it goes. Everysecond run to his fantastic body had to ski it.” first run, and won the OlymOf the 30 who were fastest pic slalom Saturday night to in the first run, 13 didn’t finish become the oldest Alpine or were disqualified in the gold medalist in Winter second.

Games history.

“The course set is within “We are used to tricky the rules. I think it draws an course-setting,” Matt said, ethical question when you “but today, I have to say, it have a dad setting for a son — was a lot.” not that Ivica ever does well In the last Alpine event, in his dad’s sets,” Ligety said.

Matt’s combined time of “But this is the Olympics.

1 minute, 41.84 seconds allowed him to edge the run- You’re trying to showcase our sport to the rest of the world. ner-up, Austrian teammate Marcel Hirscher, by 0.28 sec- And I don’t think this does us any favors.” onds. They raised their skiU.S. men’s head coach loving country’s total to an Sasha Rearick said the Alpine-leading nine medals course “didn’t have any flow,” in Sochi, quite a turnaround after only four — zero for the because of gates placed at men — at the 2010 Vancouver seemingly random intervals and odd angles.

Games.

“It challenged the athletes “For us,” said Hans Pum, sports director of the Austrian in ways that they normally don’t train or see,” Rearick ski federation, “it’s perfect.” said. “Today, the course set The bronze went to 19-year-old Henrik Kristoffer- got into … people’s heads.”

Ante Kostelic watched the sen of Norway, the youngest man with an Olympic Alpine race from near the finish line, smiling. Asked by a reporter medal. He was only 15thfastest in the opening leg but about the course, he said, “I’m a sportsman,” and referenced was superb under the artificial lights at night to move up the Olympic motto of “faster, higher, stronger” before walkwhile plenty of men fell. ing away.

He actually was delighted His son Ivica, the silver to see gate placements by medalist in the Sochi superAnte Kostelic, the father of combined, said of Saturday’s ninth-place finisher Ivica Kostelic of Croatia and a man setup: “Even if it is negative, known for his challenging it is good for skiing. It was a and unorthodox designs. spectacle for the spectators.”

‘Brutal’ course set throws some skiers

SOCHI, Russia — Without them, the U.S. would have just a few gold medals, and NBC would have trouble getting the younger eyeballs it needs to justify the $775 million it spent to land the Winter Olympics.

With them, it sure doesn’t look like Sonja Henie’s Olympics anymore.

Snowboarders flying upside down high above the halfpipe. Skicross racers crashing in tandem and sliding across the line in a photo finish. Thrills and spills that make the bobsled look so yesteryear.

The Winter Olympics have morphed into the Winter X Games. Or maybe it’s the other way around.

They’re no longer just stoked to be here. Extreme athletes are changing the look of the games and shaping them for future generations to come.

“I think the Olympics needed this energy,” said Gretchen Bleiler, a snowboarder cut her competitive chops in the

X Games before winning silver in the 2006 Olympics. “The Olympics looked at ESPN’s X Games and saw the enormous popularity, and they wanted in on something that was new, exciting and fresh.”

Just six Olympics after the first freestyle skiing medals were awarded in 1992, athletes in Sochi will split 60 medals across both freestyle and snowboarding events.

Another 24 medals will be given out in short track speedskating which, if not technically an X Games event, sure looks like one.

No, snowmobile aerials won’t be added at the next games, and the luge won’t be combined with the biathlon in some crazy new sport. But there’s a good chance another 12 extreme athlete medals will be available with the addition of ski and snowboard big air competitions.

“When the X games came to be in the 90s, it sort of gave a little bit of a wake-up call to the Olympics and said these are the sports kids are into these days,” said Mike Douglas, a Canadian known as “The Godfather of freeskiing.” “I watch all the

sports during the Olympics, but something like two-man luge, I shake my head and wonder why. In skicross or boardcross, there’s a lot of action and it’s easy to see who is going to win.”

Adding extreme sports has been the mission of the IOC since the early 1990s, when even the stodgiest Olympic officials began realizing that there was a need to grow the audience for the Winter Games.

Skiing aerials came first, then snowboarding in the 1998 games, and more events have been added to each in almost every Olympics since.

Medal counts have soared. There will be a total of 294 medals awarded in Sochi, compared to just 138 in the Calgary Games of 1988.

“It just gives more options for kids to be inspired and to have that Olympic gold,” said Julia Mancuso, a four-time U.S. Olympic medalist. “The kids are looking up to those other sports that were just X Games or action sports before. It’s cool to have different avenues to do your best.

There’s nothing wrong with that.”

Pyeongchang ready to take the baton

By John Pye The Associated Press

SOCHI, Russia — Even before the Sochi Games come to a close, organizers of the next Winter Olympics are promising to do them Gangwon style.

After two failed bids to host the Winter Games, the South Korean city of Pyeongchang won the right to stage the 2018 edition in the mountains of Gangwon province east of Seoul.

Organizing committee President Kim Jin-sun held a news conference Saturday to provide an update on preparations and to answer questions

about issues including security, North Korea’s participation and whether NHL players would compete in the Olympic hockey tournament.

“Tomorrow, the Sochi Games will be closed and the Olympic flag will be handed over to Pyeongchang,” Kim said. “That’s the moment the Pyeongchang Games essentially begin” It has become a tradition for the current and next Olympic host cities to complete a symbolic exchange of the baton during the closing ceremony.

From his side, handover ceremony executive director Yoon Ho-jin is promising the Pyeongchang segment will

Kim Jin-sun

“showcase Korea’s unique artistry and culture in a global format” in a show featuring “world renowned cast mem-

bers” on Sunday.

Could that mean PSY performing “Gangnam Style” in Sochi? They’re not saying.

What the Korean organizers were willing to discuss is planning and construction for 2018, with Kim saying they’re moving “in the right direction for all functional areas.”

Russian organizers were heavily criticized for a budget that reached a reported $51 billion due to costs associated with building almost all the venues and infrastructure from scratch. The 2014 organizing committee also attracted criticism for the late delivery of many official hotels and because the weather — not surprisingly for a Black Sea coastal resort — was a touch warm for the Winter Games.

The Pyeongchang committee said many of its venues in the ski resort area were already built, and the cost of staging the games would be around $2 billion, plus $7 billion for infrastructure.

Review: IOC’s host selection questioned women’s downhill, a first in 78 years of Olympic Alpine skiing. Overwhelming ride the new highway into the snowy Cau- Dutch dominance in speedskating raised casus Mountains and ski on manufactured questions about a lack of depth in that snow for the afternoon. sport. High-adrenaline imports from “Smiley faces, Sochi’s warm sunshine X Games created increasing shade for and the glow of the Olympic gold have traditional sports. The U.S. and Russia, melted the ice of skepticism about playing hockey and evoking a fabled 1980 the new Russia. The Games made our game that was drenched in tense detente, country, our culture, our people closer played to an American-won shootout this and easier to understand for the whole time around before Russia folded and the world,” Dmitry Kozak, Russia’s deputy rivalry fizzled. prime minister, said Saturday, before The Olympics welcomed women ski Sunday’s last medal events and closing jumpers for the first time, not a moment ceremonies. too soon. Adelina Sotnikova gave Russia a And the athletes of the Sochi Games — gold-medal high and a signature moment they were a tapestry of accomplishment for its games when she beat Yuna Kim with only a few stray threads. in figure skating, showing in the process American Sage Kotsenburg got the that the sport needs to make its opaque first gold in Sochi, and pity the translaand complex judging system more undertors who had to make sense of his snowstandable. Increasingly targeted drug boarder’s jargon — “stoked,” “sick” — in testing caught a Ukrainian cross-country multiple languages. Shaun White — the skier, a German biathlete and an Italian franchise — faltered and fell. Tina Maze bobsledder. A young Russian and her and Dominique Gisin tied for gold in naturalized, American-born husband won

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snowboarding medals on the same day and grinned together afterward, poster children for a post-Cold War reality.

But those who were mistrustful of Russia were never going to be seduced by precious Olympic metals.

After the harassment and detention of gay rights protesters and environmentalists who documented Olympic-related pollution, the IOC leaves Russia facing tough questions about how it selects Olympic hosts: Should human rights guarantees be a must-have? The IOC kept insisting that the games are above politics, despite evidence everywhere to the contrary.

“The Olympic Games are meant to contribute to a peaceful and better world.

This goal was not achieved in Sochi,” said Sergei Nikitin, director of Amnesty International’s Moscow office. “Russia’s repression continued unabated throughout the games, and the Olympic movement failed to challenge the host country on its pledge to promote human rights.”

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Sunday, February 23, 2014 THE NEW MEXICAN

NASCAR

Confident Michael Sam wishes focus could remain on football course, and there was a predictable theme to the responses.

“It’s a results business. Can Michael Sam help us win?”

Cleveland Browns coach Mike Pettine said.

Sam said he was not worried about being accepted, either, in

By Dave Campbell light of the bullying scandal that The Associated Press emerged involving Miami Dolphins offensive linemen.

INDIANAPOLIS — Michael “If the Miami Dolphins drafted Sam needed no introduction. me, I would be excited to be a He provided one anyway, part of that organization,” Sam subtly spelling out his desire to said. “But I’m not afraid of going be known simply as a football into that environment. I know player whose sexuality isn’t a how to handle myself. I know national story. how to communicate with my “Good afternoon. My name is teammates. I know how to comMichael Sam. I play football for municate with the coaches and the University of Missouri,” he said to commence his first public other staff.”

Sam has heard the slurs before, appearance since announcing but if he’s in any way anxious he’s gay.

Sam smiled and laughed often about entering such a macho environment, he has not shown during a 12½-minute news conit. ference at Lucas Oil Stadium, “If someone wants to call me looking relaxed, jovial and confident while taking questions from a name, I’ll have a conversation with that guy and hopefully it the hundreds of reporters surwon’t lead to nothing else,” he rounding the podium. said.

Though Sam said he’s been Sam wore a rainbow-colored too busy working out to absorb button that read “Stand with the coverage in the two weeks Sam,” given to him by a woman since his revelation, he chided at a recent Missouri basketball the media a bit for the volume game. Sam beamed about all the of analysis of this watershed moment in sports. Sam could be support he’s received, originating the first openly gay player in the on campus.

“M-i-z-z-o-u. I’m a Tiger forNFL. ever,” he said.

“I wish you guys would just The Missouri teammates who say, ‘Michael Sam, how’s football joined him this weekend at the going? How’s training going?’ league’s annual scouting comI would love for you to ask me bine were returning the praise. that question. But it is what it “Mike Sam is the toughest guy is. And I just wish you guys I know. He knew what was going would just see me as Michael to come of this. He’s ready to Sam the football player instead embrace it all. He’s fearless. He’s of Michael Sam the gay football courageous. He’s ready,” wide player.” receiver L’Damian Washington Coaches and executives said. around the league were asked Other players, too, downoften this weekend for their played the significance of Sam’s thoughts on how Sam would sexual orientation. fit, both on the field and in the “It’s not the 1950s. We’re not in locker room. Nobody would a backward society. I think things acknowledge any hesitation, of

Dillon, Larson at the top of rookie class

If drafted, Missouri defensive end would become first openly gay player in NFL

By Dan Gelston The Associated Press

Missouri defensive end Michael Sam speaks during a news conference Saturday at the NFL scouting combine in Indianapolis. Sam came out to the entire country Feb. 9.

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move on,” said Memphis punter Tom Hornsey, who has the same agent as Sam. “It’s in the media at the moment, it’s all the talk, but I believe when it comes down to it, when he can prove he can play football, everything’s going to take care of itself and it won’t be a distraction.”

Despite credentials featuring the Southeastern Conference defensive player of the year award, Sam is projected only as a mid-round pick in the draft in May. He’s 6-foot-2 and 260 pounds, falling somewhere between a defensive end in a 4-3 scheme and an outside linebacker in a 3-4 system.

“He’s a tweener, and I think

that’s why people are having trouble with the evaluation,” NFL Network analyst Mike Mayock said, adding: “He’s got linebacker size, but he’s got the physical skill set of a defensive end. He’s a tough fit.”

Where he winds up, Sam said he doesn’t care.

“I’m a pass rusher. If you put me in a situation to get the quarterback, I’m going to get the quarterback. Whoever coaches or GMs, this league is a passing league. I’d like to believe in myself as a good pass rusher,” said Sam, who mentioned singleseason sacks record-holder Michael Strahan as a player he’s patterned his style after.

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No. 5 Duke upsets No. 1 Syracuse The Associated Press

DURHAM, N.C. — The rematch of one of college basketball’s best games of the season ended with Hall of Fame coach Jim Boeheim getting ejected after he charged onto the court to argue a block/charge call.

Rodney Hood scored 13 points and drew that game-changing charging call that helped No. 5 Duke beat No. 1 Syracuse 66-60 Saturday night.

NO. 8 KANSAS 85, NO. 19 TEXAS 54 In Lawrence, Kan., Andrew Wiggins scored 21 points, Joel Embiid briefly flirted with a triple-double, and Kansas trounced Texas to seize control of the Big 12.

Embiid finished with 13 points, seven rebounds and six blocks for the Jayhawks (21-6, 12-2), who lead the league race by three games with four to play. Kansas can wrap up at least a share of its 10th straight title when Oklahoma visits Allen Fieldhouse on Monday night.

open a close game and go on to its 11th consecutive victory.

NO. 2 FLORIDA 75, MISSISSIPPI 71 In Oxford, Miss., Scottie Wilbekin scored 18 points, Michael Frazier II added 17, and Florida rallied to beat Mississippi.

The Gators (25-2, 14-0 Southeastern Conference) extended their school-record winning streak to 19 games. Ole Miss (16-11, 7-7) has lost four in a row.

NO. 11 LOUISVILLE 58, NO. 7 CINCINNATI 57 In Cincinnati, Russ Smith’s 18-foot jumper with 2.2 seconds left gave Louisville its sixth straight win and 10th in 11 games.

Louisville (23-4, 12-2 American Athletic Conference) started the winning streak after a last-second 69-66 home loss to the Bearcats (24-4, 13-2) three weeks ago.

NO. 17 IOWA ST. 71, TCU 60 In Fort Worth, Texas, DeAndre Kane scored 20 points, and Georges Niang had 19 points and eight rebounds as Iowa State kept TCU winless in the Big 12.

Niang had two three-point plays in the last 5 minutes to help the Cyclones (21-5, 9-5 Big 12) build a cushion.

NO. 3 WICHITA STATE 83, DRAKE 54 In Wichita, Kan., Tekele Cotton had 21 points, Darius Carter came off the bench to score 15, and Wichita State pounded Drake.

Wichita State (29-0, 16-0 Missouri Valley Conference) is the first team to start 29-0 since Illinois in 2004-05 and is two wins away from a perfect regular season.

NO. 9 VILLANOVA 57, ST. JOHN’S 54 In Philadelphia, Darrun Hilliard scored 18 points, and Ryan Arcidiacono had 12 for Villanova.

It was the second straight win for Villanova (24-3, 12-2 Big East) since its second loss of the season to No. 11 Creighton.

NO. 18 KENTUCKY 77, LSU 76, OT In Lexington, Ky., Julius Randle scored in the lane with 3.9 seconds remaining in overtime to give Kentucky the hard-earned win.

NO. 4 ARIZONA 88, COLORADO 61 In Boulder, Colo., freshman Aaron Gordon scored 21 of his season-best 23 points in the second half and Nick Johnson added 20 points as Arizona won at Colorado for the first time since 1973.

It was a rare breather for the Wildcats (25-2, 12-2 Pac-12), who scrapped their way through a series of close games since beating Colorado by 12 in Tempe, Ariz., on Jan. 23.

They since had a two-point loss at Cal and a three-point loss in double-overtime at archrival Arizona State.

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NO. 10 ST. LOUIS 66, GEORGE WASHINGTON 59 In St. Louis, Jordair Jett scored 16 points, Rob Loe added 12, and Saint Louis earned its 19th straight win by holding off George Washington.

Reserve Grandy Glaze added 10 points for the Billikens (25-2, 12-0 Atlantic 10), and Austin McBroom and Mike McCall both sank two free throws in the final 20.7 seconds to seal the win.

NO. 14 VIRGINIA 70, NOTRE DAME 49 In Charlottesville, Va., Akil Mitchell and Anthony Gill both scored 15 points, and Virginia used a 30-2 second-half run to blow

NO. 16 WISCONSIN 79, NO. 15 IOWA 74 In Iowa City, Iowa, Frank Kaminsky had 21 points and a crucial late steal as Wisconsin won its fifth straight.

Sam Dekker added 15 points and 11 rebounds for the Badgers (22-5, 9-5 Big Ten), who swept the season series and moved a half-game ahead of the Hawkeyes (19-7, 8-5) in the Big Ten standings.

STANFORD 83, NO. 23 UCLA 74 In Stanford, Calif., Chasson Randle made a career-high seven 3-pointers and scored 26 points to help Stanford boost its case for an at-large NCAA tournament berth with a victory over UCLA. Josh Huestis tied a career high with 22 points and Anthony Brown had 18 for the Cardinal (18-8, 9-5 Pac-12), who have won five of six.

NO. 24 OHIO ST. 64, MINNESOTA 46 In Columbus, Ohio, Sam Thompson scored 16 of his 19 points in the second half, leading Ohio State back from a 12-point deficit to defeat Minnesota.

The Buckeyes outscored the Golden Gophers 46-18 in the second half.

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Say hello to the new guys in NASCAR. Don’t worry if you can’t remember them all just yet, because they’re coming in one booming wave.

They already made a splash at Daytona — and they’re in it to win big over the long haul.

Austin Dillon holds the top spot for the Daytona 500.

Kyle Larson wants to finish as the top rookie in NASCAR. The two preseason favorites for rookie of the year have to hold off a crowded field of six other drivers — a whopping number for NASCAR — eligible for the award. The new faces have squeezed veteran stalwarts like Jeff Burton and Mark Martin out of rides, leaving open the possibility that Sunday’s Daytona 500 could be viewed down the road as one that swept in a new era in NASCAR. Austin Dillon “I don’t think there has been a rookie of the year battle in quite a while like this one,” Larson said.

Larson and Dillon are the lynchpins of a class that include Justin Allgaier, Michael Annett, Alex Bowman, Ryan Truex, Parker Kligerman and Cole Whitt.

“Austin Dillon’s got to be the favorite for that with everything he Kyle Larson has accomplished,” Larson said. “If I could beat him I think that would say a lot about myself and our team.”

The 21-year-old Larson has been touted as racing’s next big shining star for the last few years. Larson ran four races last season as a warm-up for his move to Chip Ganassi Racing to drive the No. 42 Chevrolet. Tony Stewart and Jeff Gordon are among the NASCAR champions that have been wowed by the natural speed, talent and versatility flashed by Larson.

Gordon once said, “he makes me look like nothing,” at his age.

His A-list fan club has only boosted his profile.

“It’s definitely helped me get me to where I’m at right now,” Larson said. “Having guys that everybody looks up to talk about me, I definitely pay attention to it, or have. I try not to pay too much attention to it because I don’t want to add any much pressure to myself or even let me get cocky or anything like that.”

Larson won a low-level NASCAR developmental series championship in 2012, the first time he raced in stock cars. He finished eighth in the standings with nine top-fives in his first full season in the Nationwide Series.

Larson, whose mother is Japanese and father is of Native American descent, is just one of the prospects set to take over as today’s crop of 40-something Cup drivers inch closer toward retirement.

Martin, who went 0 for 29 in “The Great American Race,” has no races scheduled for this season and consults for Stewart-Haas Racing. Burton parted ways with Richard Childress Racing and joined NBC Sports. Gordon even said he’d consider retirement if he could win a fifth championship.

Burton’s busiest ride these days is the one that flies him to Connecticut for TV work. Unlike Martin, Burton has been around at Speedweeks.

“It was a little awkward when I first got here and rolled into the racetrack and knew I wasn’t going to drive,” Burton said. “But I’m happy. I like my new role.

I’ve embraced what I’m doing.”

NASCAR’s rookie classes have produced few stars the last several years. Future Cup champions, and Daytona 500 and Brickyard winners Stewart, Matt Kenseth, Kevin Harvick, Ryan Newman and Jamie McMurray each won the award in the late 1990s-early 2000s.

Some lean seasons followed. Juan Pablo Montoya, Kevin Conway, Andy Lally and Stephen Leicht were among the recent underwhelming winners no longer with full-time rides in NASCAR. Ricky Stenhouse Jr., last year’s top rookie, is known as much for dating Danica Patrick.

Kligerman, who drives for Swan Racing, said it’s an easy call for teams to ditch the aging veterans and groom the next generation of stars.

“Would you take the guy on the way out who’s going to produce the same as this guy, or get the guy that has a ton of upside,” Kligerman asked. “Any business owner would say you want the upside. On the sponsorship side, there is an idea in our sport that having young faces and young attitudes and trendy attitudes can help drive an organization to another level.”

Those are the kind of attitudes found at Swan Racing.

NBA

Bobcats hold off Grizzlies The Associated Press

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Kemba Walker scored 31 points and the Charlotte Bobcats won for the fourth time in five nights, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 92-89 Saturday night.

Charlotte is 4-0 since the AllStar break, marking its longest winning streak since March 2011.

TIMBERWOLVES 121, JAZZ 104 In Salt Lake City, Kevin Love had 37 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists for his first career triple-double to help Minnesota cruise past Utah.

Minnesota was again playing without starters Nikola Pekovic (ankle) and Kevin Martin (finger), but Love filled the void, keeping one step ahead of the Jazz through the game. He compiled all his statistics in 32 minutes to earn a spot on the bench

for the final nine minutes of the Wolves’ third runaway win against the Jazz this season.

HAWKS 107, KNICKS 98 In Atlanta, Mike Scott scored a career-high 30 points, Jeff Teague added 28, and Atlanta snapped an eight-game losing streak by beating New York.

Carmelo Anthony finished with 35 points for the Knicks, who blew a double-digit, thirdquarter lead for the second

straight night.

WIZARDS 94, PELICANS 93 In Seattle, Nene made the go-ahead dunk with 0.9 seconds left and matched a season high with 30 points to propel Washington past New Orleans.

Washington trailed 93-92 when Anthony Davis hit two free throws with seven seconds left. After a timeout, the Wizards inbounded to John Wall, who dribbled to the lane, drew the defense, and dished to a cutting Nene, who slammed the ball with his right hand. It was the 12th assist of the night for Wall.

PACERS 110, BUCKS 100 In Milwaukee, Paul George scored 32 points and David West tied a season high with 30, helping Indiana hang on to beat Milwaukee.

Lance Stephenson added 24 points, nine rebounds and eight assists for the Pacers, who had lost three of their previous five games. Stephenson scored seven straight points to open the fourth quarter.

KINGS 105, CELTICS 98 In Sacramento, Calif., Rudy Gay scored eight of his 22 points over the final six minutes, Isaiah Thomas added 21 points and

matched his career high with 12 assists, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Boston Celtics.

DeMarcus Cousins had 13 points, while Derrick Williams and Carl Landry added 10 points apiece off the bench for Sacramento.

WARRIORS 93, NETS 86 In Oakland, Calif., Jermaine O’Neal had season highs of 23 points and 13 rebounds, Stephen Curry banked in a big 3-pointer in the final minute to finish with 17 points, and the Golden State Warriors held off the Brooklyn Nets for their third straight victory since the All-Star break.

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THE NEW MEXICAN Sunday, February 23, 2014

The weather

For current, detailed weather conditions in downtown Santa Fe, visit our online weather stations at www.santafenewmexican.com/weather/

7-day forecast for Santa Fe Tonight

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New Mexico weather

Almanac Santa Fe Airport through 6 p.m. Saturday Santa Fe Airport Temperatures High/low ......................................... 58°/19° Normal high/low ............................ 51°/24° Record high ............................... 63° in 2009 Record low .................................. 0° in 1971 Santa Fe Airport Precipitation 24 hours through 6 p.m. yest. ............ 0.00” Month/year to date .................. 0.09”/0.09” Normal month/year to date ..... 0.38”/0.99” Santa Fe Farmers Market 24 hours through 6 p.m. yest. ............ 0.00” Month/year to date .................. 0.07”/0.07”

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The following water statistics of February 20 are the most recent supplied by the City Water Division (in millions of gallons).

Total water produced from: Canyon Water Treatment Plant: 1.400 Buckman Water Treatment Plant: 3.570 City Wells: 0.777 Buckman Wells: 0.000 Total water produced by water system: 5.747 Amount delivered to Las Campanas: Golf course: 0.000, domestic: 0.084 Santa Fe Canyon reservoir storage: 63.2 percent of capacity; daily inflow 0.65 million gallons.

A partial list of the City of Santa Fe’s Comprehensive Water Conservation Requirements currently in effect: • Irrigation water leaving the intended area is not permitted. Wasting water is not allowed.

• Using water to clean hard surfaces with a hose or power washer is prohibited.

• Hoses used in manual car washing MUST be equipped with a positive shut-off nozzle.

• Swimming pools and spas must be covered when not in use.

For a complete list of requirements call: 955-4225 http://www.santafenm.gov/waterconservation

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Saturday’s rating ................................ Good Today’s forecast ................................. Good 0-50, Good; 51-100, Moderate; 101-150, Unhealthy for sensitive groups; 151-200, Unhealthy; 201-300, Very Unhealthy, 301500, Hazardous Source: EPA

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Show made its return to New New York’s mayor believes York City with a splashy openthe show’s relocation was a ing sequence showcasing triumph with wide-ranging Grand Central Terminal, the Chrysler Building, Lincoln Cen- benefits.

“Bringing The Tonight Show ter and Jimmy Fallon’s glamorback to our city means we’re ous new studio at Rockefeller bringing more than a hundred Center — a fitting tribute to the jobs to hardworking New Yorkplace that helped foot the bill.

An unconventional 30 percent ers, and giving travelers another tax credit aimed at luring Tonight great reason to visit,” said Mayor Bill de Blasio. away from California after four Others are less certain of the decades is reportedly saving NBC show’s benefit — or the need to more than $20 million a year.

The network said that while use a tax incentive to lure it back.

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“We’re going to change our tax policy — in the heaviesttaxed city and state in the country — to get another late night show in Manhattan?” asked E.J. McMahon, head of The Empire Center for Public Policy, a nonpartisan think tank. “Even the money that they bring is a rounding error in the New York City economy.”

“Other industries don’t get 30 percent credit,” he continued. “It’s because it’s a glamorous industry.”

The tax incentives were inserted into the state budget by Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s adminis-

tration in early 2013 as NBC was debating dropping the show’s then-host, Jay Leno, for Fallon and potentially leaving Los Angeles to return to New York, where the show started in 1954.

The language of the 30 percent annual tax credit was remarkably specific: It would only benefit a show that had filmed at least five years in another state before moving to New York (check), spends at least $30 million in production costs (check) and films in front of a studio audience of at least 200 people (check). In other words: The Tonight Show.

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PASADENA, Calif. — Streetside viewing of the nationally televised annual New Year’s Day Rose Parade isn’t the only free thing to attract visitors to Pasadena, Calif., a mere 10 miles northeast of downtown Los Angeles.

A charmingly quaint, quiet city flanked by the San Gabriel Mountains, Pasadena was founded in 1874 by folks from Indiana desperate to escape their winter doldrums for warmer Southern California weather. The nice climate means Pasadena boasts plenty to do year-round, and many of them at no cost. Too broke to see tourist highlights such as architecture gem the Gamble House and the Norton Simon Museum of Art? Check out the five free things on this list. Pasadena is nicknamed “Crown of the Valley,” but you don’t need a crown to enjoy it.

known to residents as “the Arroyo.” The leafy hiking, running and dog-walking mainstay on the western edge of Pasadena includes about 22 miles of trails next to a seasonal river and canyon. For one easy hike, start out from Pasadena’s Lower Arroyo Nature Park, where parking is ample and free. To get there, exit the 134 Freeway at Orange Grove Boulevard, head south on Orange Grove, turn right onto California Boulevard and right again onto Arroyo Boulevard. The park entrance is on the left, before Norwood Drive.

City College Flea Market

With summery temps almost the entire year, Pasadena is home to three certified weekly farmers markets. Vendors sell everything from tangerines in the winter to asparagus and tender-skinned cherries in the spring, all locally grown, plus jams, roasted granola and more.

The Victory Park Saturday market on Sierra Madre Boulevard and Paloma Street in front of Pasadena High School is especially good, with colors and smells that make you want to eat everything in sight.

Pasadena’s fun monthly Rose Bowl Flea Market can bring on exhaustion with its collection of 2,500 vendors and charges a pricey admission fee. The lesser known Pasadena City College Flea Market is more curated, less cramped, and, yes, completely free. Held the first Sunday of every month, the nonprofit market was launched by students in the 1970s as a way to raise money for school programs. Spread across multiple parking lots on the Pasadena City College campus, it’s also an antiques bonanza and go-to paradise for music collectors.

More than 70 of the market’s 500 vendors sell records. Pick up a rare Mod 1960s album or a mid-century modern chair while there. Parking costs $2 for the day on campus, unless you snag a spot on the street.

Old Pasadena

Bungalow Heaven

Old Pasadena, also called Old Town Pasadena, is the city’s main drag, a walkable 22-block historic district brimming with boutiques, cafes, bars and movies theaters that of course cost money, but window-shopping and people-gawking are absolutely free. Scurry down Colorado Boulevard, Old Pasadena’s lengthy main street and prime Rose Parade route, and you’ll get in a good walk as well.

Sure, the coy name “Bungalow Heaven” may induce eye-rolling. But the 16-block neighborhood located north of the 210 Freeway, designated Pasadena’s very first preserved historic landmark district in 1989, is a treasure trove of more than 1,000 gorgeous lowslung bungalow homes mainly from the early 20th-century Arts and Crafts era. Particular to that time, these Craftsman houses are made out of wood and natural materials. Huge smooth stones form porch pillars, and swooping Japaneseinfluenced angular beams jut out of roofs.

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A second home for a tenant, right, in the backyard of a deep, narrow lot in Los Angeles. Many of the city’s spacious backyards are filling up with revenue-earning second units, and the architect here found a novel solution to the privacy conundrum — the facing windows of both homes are covered in giant graphic stickers similar to the advertising wraps on city buses.

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LOS ANGELES he idea of wrapping a house in giant graphic stickers, like the ones used for ads on city buses, appealed to Eric Chu the moment his architect suggested it.

But then, Chu, 38, rarely shies away from trying something new. After becoming a founder of a computer hardware and software business when he was barely 20, Chu, who was born in Taiwan, owned a restaurant, invested in real estate and designed furniture that he welded himself.

As he put it, “I definitely approach life with a ‘why not?’ philosophy.”

Like many Los Angeles homeowners whose property is zoned R-2 (or two-family), Chu had decided to replace the single, modest home on his lot with two houses — one to live in and the other to rent out. But as spacious backyards throughout the city give way to revenue-earning second units, the land between the front and back houses can be odd territory, where privacy is elusive.

Applying colorful, blown-up photos to the exterior glass walls — allowing daytime views out, but not in — was the unconventional solution proposed by Chu’s architect, Whitney Sander, who runs Sander Architects with his wife, Catherine Holliss.

For a lot nearly 150 feet deep but little more than 40 feet wide, Sander designed two three-story houses — Chu’s 2,200-square-foot unit and a slightly larger one behind — separated by a drive-in courtyard.

Sander was planning to use translucent acrylic panels for the two walls that face each other when he chanced upon something much better: a perforated, adhesive-backed film, custom-printed by Astek Wallcoverings, which was suitable for floor-to-ceiling windows. A close-up photo Chu had snapped of a sapling, and then computer-manipulated, became the wrapping for those two facades.

Suddenly, they could have it all: daylight, views out and privacy. (The sustainability-minded architects were also pleased to discover that the film offered another benefit: a 50 percent reduction in sun infiltration.)

For the other facades, the designers chose a different strategy, veiling them in a sunshade of diagonal aluminum angles. But long before the building’s skin went up, the skeleton was stopping traffic, Sander said: “People would pull up in their cars and ask, ‘What’s going on?’ ” Passers-by were curious about the diagonal screen, as well as the quickly assembled structural-steel frame. Common to much of Sander’s work, it is a custom-modified prefab system of recycled-metal compo-

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nents typically used in pre-engineered warehouses or agricultural buildings.

One of those who stopped was Lucas Ma, an architect-turned-realestate-investor, who was eyeing the rental unit. After it was completed two years ago, he and his wife, Joyce Wong, moved in with their young daughter. Chu now lives in the twobedroom front house with his longtime girlfriend, Katie Freeman, 29, a massage therapist; one of the bedrooms is his office.

The paired townhouses, which cost about $1.4 million, share a material and stylistic sensibility, with rooftop decks, floors of concrete, hardwood

or bamboo, vivid ceramic tile, rawsteel stairways and professional-grade appliances. But they differ in layout: While the soaring, double-height main space in the tenants’ unit is a kitchen-and-dining area, it’s a living room in the owner’s home.

“The front house feels very well suited to my needs,” Chu said. But since moving in, he added, he has learned at least one surprising thing: During the day, light-colored graphics offer more privacy than dark ones.

Still, “that’s an easy fix,” he said.

“We could swap the image. Maybe next time, it’ll be a photo of dandelions.”

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Question: I want my shower to look as high-end as possible, but I’m on a budget: Which is better, shower curtain or glass door?

Answer: The choice between a shower curtain and a glass enclosure depends largely on the layout of your bathroom and the style of your home. For a stand-alone, walkin shower, the answer is simple, said Jessica Helgerson, an interior designer in Portland, Ore. “Glass doors are almost always preferable,” she said, noting that companies like Century Bathworks and American Shower Door make some appealing options.

For a combination tub and shower, the answer isn’t as clear cut. In that situation, she said, you could go either way. Glass panels provide a clean, modern appearance, but shower curtains also have advantages.

A shower curtain made from a textural material like linen in a solid color, she said, offers a simple, appealing look. And if it gets dirty, it’s easy to take down and wash. In a tight space, a shower curtain also “provides better accessibility,” she said, because it can be pulled all the way to one side. “With small kids, it’s easier to lean into the tub.”

For a custom look, Helgerson recommended installing a shower curtain rod in a finish that matches the

bathroom fixtures, whether they are brass, chrome, nickel or oil-rubbed bronze.

Charles Homet, a real estate broker in Manhattan, agreed that one type of shower enclosure doesn’t necessarily look more high-end than the other. Either can be luxurious, he said, depending on the products you choose.

“A shower curtain doesn’t have to have that standard blah look,” he said, like vinyl or polyester panels suspended from cheap tension rods.

“I’ve seen a shower where the curtain was mounted floor-to-ceiling on a track, and it was really elegant.”

Glass panels can look beautiful and modern, he said, but they’re not ideal for every bathroom.

“With glass enclosures, you have to be very careful with the clearance next to the vanity, because you may end up with issues related to cleaning,” he said, particularly if it’s difficult to reach into the gap between the glass panel and the vanity. “You have to make sure you have access, because you do get mildew and things building up along the bottom.”

If you decide to use a shower curtain, but you don’t plan to put your home on the market right away, Helgerson offered one final piece of advice. Before you show your home, she said, “You absolutely want to throw away whatever shower curtain you have and get a brand-new pristine one.”

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1106 Bishop's Lodge - A fabulous chic Santa Fe style home is just minutes from the Plaza. Designed by Feather and Gill and completed in 2007, this sophisticated home has a spectacular gourmet kitchen. There are high viga ceilings and a wet bar in the living room. 3 br, 3 ba, 2,930 sq.ft., 3-car garage, 1.4 acres. SantaFeProperties.com/201302097 Gwen Gilligan 505.660.0500 $990,000

1342 Upper Canyon - This authentic original 1920's adobe sits on a large lot in the heart of the eastside. In a rural setting, this magnificent home features wood floors, five fireplaces, vigas and wood beams and generous spaces.

2 br, 1 ba, 2,400 sq.ft., 1.65 acres. Directions: East Alameda, Left on Upper Canyon. SantaFeProperties.com/201306019 Nancy Lewis 505.231.5337 $850,000

401 Vera Drive - This tasteful contemporary remodel sits on a large, private in-town lot very close to downtown.

There are fabulous views of city lights and Sangres, and a lovely entry gate. 3 br, 2 ba, 2,178 sq.ft., 0.76 acre.

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3101 Old Pecos Trail, Unit 105 - This ground-floor Plaza Plan A condo has parking in front of the walled patio and in the underground garage. There is a fireplace in the living room, and the floor plan offers plenty of space for entertaining. 2 br, 2 ba, 1,138 sq.ft., 1-car garage. Directions: Old Pecos Trail to Quail Run. SantaFeProperties.com/201303151 Susan Munroe & Terry Smith 505.577.0648 $325,000

1907 Kiva Road - Casa Alegre - This charming Stamm has an enlarged kitchen opening to a huge family room, adding flexibility to the floorplan. It is freshly painted with a kiva fireplace and many upgrades, and good access to shopping, schools, city trails and transportation. 3 br, 2 ba, 2,135 sq.ft., 0.18 acre. SantaFeProperties.com/201305101 Kate Prusack 505.670.1409 $279,000

952 Camino Anasazi - Across the street from the green grass park, this charming home has a bonus room that would make a perfect studio or office. There is a kiva fireplace, and tile and carpet floors. 2 br, 2 ba, 1,420 sq.ft., 2-car garage, 0.13 acre. Directions: From Agua Fria take Camino de Chelly to Camino Anasazi. SantaFeProperties.com/201400498 Steve Rizika 505.577.8240 $265,000

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17 RANCHO DE BOSQUE SOUTH $1,445,000 Architect-designed contemporary home, plus guest house and exceptional artist studio. Many green features and high-end finishes throughout. Sangre de Cristo and Galisteo Basin views.

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90 RITO GUICU $849,000 Surrounded by ponds, views and trees, this adobe hacienda is 15 minutes southwest of the Plaza.The 4,895 sq ft Northern New Mexico-style 3BR main house sits on 1.28 acres. Historic 1,772 sq ft guesthouse.

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6 OLD PECOS COURT $798,000 The enchanting 3 bedroom residence owes much of its appeal to an open, graceful flow and brilliant natural light. Built by a local contractor as his personal home.This is an utterly charming Santa Fe retreat.

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5 COLIBRI TIERRA $1,041,000 Pueblo-style single-level 3BR, 3BA residence on 2.5 private acres with fabulous views of the Sangre de Cristo and Jemez Mountains. The gated acreage and beautiful landscaping create an estate-like feel.

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8 CAMINO SERPIENTE $725,000 Beautiful 3,000 sq ft, single level home on 2.5 acres with a great design, an open living area, a chef’s kitchen, two master suites plus a guest room and office, high-end finishes, views and patio.

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13 LAS CABALLERAS $599,000 Northern New Mexico horse property with tremendous views and charm. The home consists of a 3,097 sq ft main residence with 3BR, 3BA, a sun porch, and formal living and dining areas. Guest house offers privacy.

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447 CERRILLOS ROAD, #5 $550,000 Lovely two bedroom condo minutes to the Plaza and Railyard District. Charming New Mexico style throughout with the historic charm of a turn-of-thecentury adobe. Established vacation rental.

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2713 VENTOSO $565,000 NEW LISTING. Warm inviting home in a central location with views of the Santa Fe mountains. Open kitchen dining and living areas, and great outdoor spaces. Large master suite with kiva and large closet.

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5 ALTURA VISTA $545,000 Located in Aldea de Santa Fe, this sophisticated home offers a warm and comfortable environment, and includes top quality finishes, an upstairs guest casita, an enchanting entry courtyard, and stunning views.

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43 CIBOLA CIRCLE $479,000 A lovely country home plus attached guest house on 2+ tree-covered acres. Views and privacy. Recently remodeled kitchen and other improvements. Spacious floor plan, outdoor patios and portales.

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805 APODACA HILL $389,000 This 1,510 sq ft, 2BR adobe home is in a quiet spot with hiking out your back door. Lots of character with vigas and beams, river rock fireplace, beautiful brick floors, and many nichos. Loft/studio with views.

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1301 SAN JOSE AVENUE $318,500 Thoroughly updated, cool, stylish, thoughtfully refurbished three bedroom, two bath Stamm home, a mere few minutes from downtown Santa Fe in the desirable Casa Alegre neighborhood.

Jody Spehar 505.946.2871 #201400627

557 ONATE PLACE $299,000 Terrific blend of old and new. Original house is 2BR 1BA, with wood floors, fireplace, and 9-ft ceilings.

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1066 CAMINO SAN ACACIO $475,000 Historic Eastside adobe nestled above Canyon Road.

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By Paul Weideman The New Mexican

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he hikes and falls and spasms that describe various moments in the real-estate industry during the last five years make market analyses and predictions in “the old days” seem like child’s play. It’s no wonder that experienced professionals like Cate Adams (in the Santa Fe office of Sotheby’s International Realty) find themselves relying on one simple statement when asked why Santa Fe is taking so long to recover from the crash: “I don’t know.”

The fourth-quarter report from the Santa Fe Association of Realtors says both sales volume and home prices “were broadly higher across the nation, while foreclosure loads, the number of homes for sale and the number of days it took to sell a home were all much lower. Multiple-offer situations became commonplace again and prices in many areas rallied to multi-year highs.”

Rising home prices based on stronger demand would signal recovery in this market, but that’s not yet happening in Santa Fe. “I see an improvement in the attitude of buyers and their confidence in the market, but there’s really very little improvement in pricing,” Adams said. “Prices are staying flat.”

A year or two ago, many brokers said their clients were waiting for the market to hit the bottom, not wanting to buy if prices were going to sink more. That refrain is much less common today. “That’s right. Nobody’s talking about it anymore; everybody’s talking about the improvement in numbers,” Adams said. “Sales are up, prices are not. Everybody’s saying that across the board. Why is Santa Fe so slow to recover? I don’t know. We were obviously very much affected by the real-estate bubble, if there was such a thing.”

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As home sales began to fall off in many U.S. markets — after the subprime mortgage crisis and the September 2008 collapse of Lehman Brothers, AIG, and other investment firms — some began to worry that Santa Fe’s “bubble” was about to burst as most obviously happened in Phoenix, Las Vegas, Nev., and other municipalities that had seen dramatic housing-industry spikes.

“Our market is not nearly as large as Phoenix and Las Vegas,” Adams responded. “We have a much smaller buyer pool, and we have a very specific appeal, which is why we all live here. And I’m not sure we would want to get back to 2005/2006. The market was artificially inflated by the bad-mortgage issues. There was a bit

of a frenzy, too, as prices continued to spiral upward: a frenzy to get into the market, which unfortunately too many people are paying for now.

“I think the issue of why prices aren’t increasing commensurate with sales is that we have to look at price points, not the market as a whole.

Looking at the overall median prices and average prices in Santa Fe doesn’t really tell you that much.”

Another window into Santa Fe’s real estate scene is the construction business. Builders have not responded to the idea of a healthier market; this is evident in the low numbers of building permits issued recently by the city of Santa Fe and Santa Fe County.

Adams said it is an unfortunate reality that home prices have dropped and the cost of building materials has gone up. “That is a significant factor in new construction. Also, the banks are much more careful” than they were before about financing homebuilding and homebuying.

Her husband, owner of Ron Adams Construction, has compensated — as have most other builders — by focusing more on remodeling jobs. “There’s a wonderful market for remodeling in Santa Fe,” she said.

Cate Adams is optimistic about 2014. “Actually 2013 was a great year for me — not what I would have called great in 2007, but I was busy the entire time and successful in getting things closed, which had been an issue.”

That’s a positive sign, that buyers are deciding to complete the process, and that banks are permitting it.

“It’s a complicated issue,” Adams said about Santa Fe’s recovery. “We can look at the statistics and talk about what we believe is going on, but that’s about it.”

It’s always fun to look at stats and try to figure everything out. Here are a few highlights from Santa Fe County Real Estate 2000-2013, a report released recently by Barker Realty:

2013 Santa Fe home sale stats

SOURCE: SANTA FE ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

X Real estate sales have increased the last four consecutive years; X 2013 was the first year since 2009 that realized price stabilization, or slight increases, in every segment; and X The number of luxury sales ($1 million and up) in 2013 was over 100, the first time that number has been surpassed since 2008.

According to Barker figures, residential sales decreased by 47 percent from the 2005 high of 2,290 sales to just 1,213 in 2009, the year after the onset of the recession; home sales had climbed back up to 1,767 last year. The shift in sales of land parcels was even more dramatic: an 80 percent drop (658 to 133) from 2005 to 2009, and the

activity level increased only to 195 sales in 2013.

In his blog, Realtor Alan Ball (Keller Williams Realty) recently wrote that 2013 “came out a bit better than 2012, but only in small increments. The fact that we had positive numbers is not to be missed, but they were not big numbers and the improvements were in single digits. “ ‘Increase in annual unit sales for Santa Fe residential real estate,’ said the headline. How much of an increase? For unit sales, it was 7 percent,” Ball wrote. “This is considered a good number for most. Some might wish to see a double-digit increase, as

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But Santa Fe is just a tortoise compared to the hare of Phoenix or Denver. Our increases are steady and historically have built a solid foundation for future growth rather than race up and down the course setting higher and lower records every few years.

“A growth in home sales is a sign that some sellers were finally able to get beyond the burden of owning a home that they formerly could not sell. And since very few new homes are being built, the inventory that did sell had a very high percentage of existing homes.”

What to expect for 2014? “The real estate experts all agree that interest rates will climb, which will certainly keep a lid on our ongoing market recovery,” Ball continued.

“The pressure for newly built housing will increase as the ‘quality’ homes in the existing inventory continue to sell. The best ones sell first, you know. And land sales and spec building will still be virtually dormant as mortgage lenders are still hanging back and builders still are nursing wounds from recent market conditions.”

David Dougherty, Dougherty Real Estate, is principally involved in the commercial real estate realm. That’s been all about “musical chairs” lately, he said, “people moving around Santa Fe because of better prices and better locations, but I wouldn’t say the market is healthy because there’s no new

demand. Part of the problem is that there is a lot of really aged product out there that is becoming obsolescent. In the historic district it’s going to take enormous amounts of money to either remodel it or refurbish it, or it just has to be torn down. It can be two or three times more expensive to refurbish than to tear down and rebuild.”

Also in the Dougherty firm are brokers Clara Dougherty, Jennifer Tomes, and Warren Thompson, who concentrate on the residential segment of the market. About that, David said he has a theory: “We are dependent on other markets and always have been. It takes the other markets improving over a period of time and a development of comfort there before people can sell their homes in Chicago or L.A. and find that Santa Fe is a real bargain.

That’s how we started in the 1990s, particularly the California buyers who were selling their houses for terrific amounts of money and seeing Santa Fe as a wonderful bargain. I’m slightly optimistic that as those markets improve we will see improvement here.”

At present, inventory is just under 2,000 homes on the market in the Santa Fe area (down from about 3,300 before the crash).

“From what I’m hearing from our agents, it seems to me that the very good stuff has been bought up and now we’re getting to where finding quality product — well-designed, well-built homes — is a little more difficult.”

Santa Fe’s draw — hinging on the climate, the unique architecture, the intermingling of three cultures, the art market, The Santa Fe Opera, and other factors — is a powerful constant. There are few negatives, but one of them that has become more significant in recent drought times is the impact of forest fires: definitely bad publicity for people thinking about buying in Santa Fe. “Yeah, if we have another bad fire season, all bets are off,” Dougherty said. “The reason a lot of people come here is the beautiful blue skies and clean air, and fires just eliminate all that.”

Asked for his outlook for 2014, he said he is not optimistic about the commercial real-estate market.

“In the residential, I’m cautiously optimistic that those buyers in other markets will perceive our value and become more serious buyers.”

The lookie-loo phenomenon — people going out to look at houses with no real intention of buying, basically making a hobby out of it — appears to be subsiding.

“I do think the lookers got a little spoiled in 2009, 2010 and 2011 in that they would go out to look at houses thinking the market was still going down so they weren’t that serious. I do think we’ve reached the bottom, but some potential buyers aren’t convinced.

They’re still thinking, ‘It’s overpriced. I’ll wait a while for it to come down.’ But I think those days are gone.”

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2.5 ACRES WITH 2 RENOVATED MOBILE HOME, 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH. Private 22 GPM well, 20 miles South of Santa Fe, Hwy 14. $185,000, $65,000 down. stanhelp@gmail.com . 505-4731526.

OPEN HOUSE, 1-3 SUNDAY ELDORADO 6 Casa Del Oro Court. 2 bedroom 2 bath, passive solar, brick floors thru-out, beams and wood ceilings, kiva fireplace, 1 car garage, outdoor flagstone deck, great views! $214,900

TAYLOR PROPERTIES 505-470-0818

(3) 2.5 Acre Lots, Senda Artemisia, Old Galisteo Road, Close to town.

Easy building sites. Views, utilities, shared well. Owner financing. No Mobile homes. $119,700- $129,700 each.

Greg. 505-690-8503, Equity Real Estate.

2014 KARSTEN 16X80 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH FOR SALE. $56,062 plus tax.

Move-in ready! Located in the Rancho Zia MHP Space #26. Banks offer rates as low as 4.5%. Shown by appointment only. Call Tim, 505-6992955

40 ACRES in state of COLORADO. $19,000! Cash or terms. $195 down, and $195 monthly.

Surrounded by beautiful mountains. Year around access. Near hunting, fishing. Owner 806376-8690 diane.steed@att.net

OUT OF TOWN WANTED 25 +/- rural acres north of Santa Fe with trees, water, grazing, and view. I’m in New Mexico now.

716-361-3618

Moriarty. Two 40 acre Farm-Land Parcels with irrigation and domestic wells, water and mineral rights.

Owner Finance. 505-471-0365, 505310-0566.

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LOTS & ACREAGE Two Tanks Ranch 574 Acres Spectacular Ranch. Excellent grasses & water, Well, long range mountain views, private. San Miguel County. $499,900. Owner Financing. 802-2361314 Owner, 802-236-0151 Owner.

HOUSES PART FURNISHED

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1 bedroom, 1 bath Los Arroyos. small Pet ok. Washer, Dryer. $975, water, gas included. 505-603-1111, 505-984NO 0011, stormymiller@msn.com SMOKING.

DOWNTOWN RAILYARD Charming adobe 1 1/2 bedroom, office, laundry.

Spacious flagstone great room, fireplace. Walled courtyard. $975. Pet welcome. 505-898-4168.

A 1 Bedroom Apt. $0 Security Deposit For Qualified Applicants & No deposit required for Utilities, Ask me How!!

SAN MIGUEL COURT APARTMENTS 2029 CALLE LORCA (February move in, 12 Mo. Lease, required for special)

REMODELED OFFICE CONDO with reception, 5 private offices, conference room, file room, break area, 2 baths & storage closet. 1511 sq.ft. at St. Michaels Dr. & Old Pecos Trail.

Plenty of parking. Great views! $350,000. Owner-Broker 505-690-4709

MANUFACTURED HOMES RE 2014 KARSTEN 16X80 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH FOR SALE. $55,717 plus tax.

Move-in ready! Located in the Casitas De Santa Fe MHP, Space #119. Banks offer rates as low as 4.5%. Shown by appointment only.

Call Tim, 505-699-2955.

$1200 1 BEDROOM, 1100 sq.ft. with detached studio. Close to downtown.

Fireplace, yard, off-street parking, washer, dryer. Pets negotiable. Nonsmoking. 505-231-0506

1425 PASEO DE PERALTA, 1 bedroom, full kitchen, bath. Tile throughout.

Free laundry. $735 utilities paid. No Pets! 505-471-4405 DARLING 1 bedroom. Yard, parking, central location, no pets. $750. Nancy Gilorteanu Realtor, 983-9302.

LARGE STUDIO: 5360 AGUA FRIA STREET. $700 monthly, $700 deposit.

Includes water, sewer, toolshed. No pets. Plenty of parking. 505-204-4008 RENOVATED 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH tri-plex apartment. $750 + security deposit. Utilities paid, "private" washer & dryer, yard, parking. No smoking. Section 8, ok. 505-699-5047.

IMPECCABLE 3 BEDROOM 2 BATH, Northwest side . Quiet neighborhood, near Santa Fe River. Walk or bike to Plaza! Garden, views. $1250 monthly + utilities. Pets negotiable, non-smoking. 505-699-3118.

MARCH 1- APRIL 30th. MOUNTAIN SUNRISE VIEWS. Elegantly furnished. Wi-fi, dish, 2 televisions, gas fireplace, washer, dryer. $1,200 monthly.

505-670-3971.

Rancho Viejo Townhome

R-20 1:00PM-3:00PM - 29 Rabbitbrush - Be ready for Spring entertaining on your dual portals! This 3 bed/3bath soft contemporary home is sited on 2.25 acres with mountain views and delights with a chef’s kitchen and space to entertain. $788,000. MLS 201305680. (599 to Camino La Tierra to Las Campanas Dr. Left on Los Suenos Trail, Left on La Serena Trail, Right onto Rabbitbrush. Home is on the right.) Robin Brown/Lisa Block 505-216-6154 Keller Williams Realty.

GUESTHOUSES A-Poco Self Storage 2235 Henry Lynch Rd Santa Fe, NM 87507 505-471-1122 12X24 FOR ONLY $195.00.

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OLD ADOBE OFFICE

Brick floors, large vigas, fire places, ample parking 300, 800, or 2100 sq. ft. $12 per sq. ft. per month.

THE LOFTS ON CERRILLOS RD

1100 sq. ft. Live or work. Pergo floors, stained concrete, natural lighting, baseboard heat. $995. Per month plus utilities.

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1 BEDROOM, 1 bath Casita. Full kitchen, vigas, skylights. Parking on property. Very Clean. $500 Deposit, $875 monthly. 505-424-3235.

CASITA, RANCHO ALEGRA AREA. 1 bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, $950 monthly plus deposit includes: heat, water, satellite tv. 505-473-3936 EASTSIDE, WALK TO CANYON ROAD! Furnished, short-term vacation home. Walled .5 acre, mountain views, fireplace, 2 bedroom, washer, dryer. Private. Pets okay. Large yard. 970-626-5936.

12:00PM-4:00PM - 1103 Bishops Lodge Road - With mesmerizing views, this completely remodeled adobe is less than two miles to Plaza. There are stunning finishes throughout and top-of-the-line appliances in the kitchen. $1,250,000. MLS 201305598. (4 br, 4 ba, Bishops Lodge road north from Paseo de Peralta, home is on the right before Circle Drive.) Laurie Farber-Condon 505-412-9912 Santa Fe Properties.

U-38 1:30PM-3:30PM - 624 Paseo De La Cuma #9 - 2 bed 2 bath Santa Fe Style Adobe condo with 2 private courtyards and lots of natural light and views. high ceilings, kiva fireplace.Many Santa Fe touches throughout. $425,000. MLS 20140089. (Paseo De Peralta to Paseo De La Cuma left to top of the hill and then left again.) Valerie Brier 505-690-0553 Keller Williams.

X-43 12:00PM-4:00PM - 707 E Palace 3 - Seconds from Canyon Road, this nice end unit condo in the La Vereda Compound has good separation of space between public spaces and private rooms, and a cozy passive solar sunroom. $599,500. MLS 201400481. (3 br, 3 ba, La Vereda Compound first right after entry.) Linda Murphy 505-7807711 Santa Fe Properties.

Chamisa Management Corp. 988-5299

MONTE AZUL LOOP, 3 Bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage, washer, dryer hook-ups, fireplace, covered patio, large backyard. $1395 monthly. No application fees.

ELDORADO New, Large 3 bedroom, 3 bath, Highend contemporary home: Super Energy efficient, hilltop views, 12.5 acres, paved access. 505-660-5603

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HOUSES FURNISHED EAST SIDE one bedroom. 2 kiva fireplaces, private patio, and skylights. 3 or 6 month lease. $1,450 monthly. 800-272-5678.

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2:00PM-4:00PM - 805 Apodaca Hill - This 1,510 sq ft, 2BR adobe home is in a quiet spot with hiking out your back door. Lots of character with vigas and beams, river rock fireplace, beautiful brick floors, and many nichos. $389,000. MLS 201304214. (Camino Cabra to Camino Ribera. Stay to right on dirt road past Christo Rey Cemetary (Ribera merges into Apodaca Hill) to the end on the left.) Katherine Blagden 505-490-2400 Sotheby’s International Realty.

12:00PM-4:30PM - 7213 Rio del Luna - Come see our three move-in-ready new-construction homes, and find out why our homes rate high in quality performance and energy efficiency. Move-in ready from $249,900. Plans start at $214,900. (Located near the Santa Fe Country Club. From Airport Road, turn on Paseo del Sol WEST, then turn right at Plaza Central. Turn left on Contenta Ridge to the model home.) Patrice Von Eschen 505-6901811 Homewise, Inc.

1:00PM-4:00PM - 3101 Old Pecos Trail Unit 105 Ground level Plaza A. Easy parking; portals & patio; living room with fireplace; master with Mexican tile BA; French doors, guest BR/BA; good kitchen; etc. Quail Run amenities. Home Warranty Contract $325,000. MLS 201303151. (2 br, 2 ba, Old Pecos Trail to Quail Run) Terry Smith 505-577-0648 Santa Fe Properties.

SOUTH WEST 1:00PM-3:00PM - 7 Rocky Slope - Situated on an estate lot with soft, southwestern contemporary styling, this home feels almost new. Open concept home with a grand foyer entrance, well appointed chef’s kitchen, 4bed/3bath/3garage. $499,000. MLS 201400011. (Rancho Veijo Blvd to Canada Del Rancho to Arroyo Ridge to Rocky Slope) Melissa Pippin Carson 505-699-3112 Carson & Carson at Keller Williams.

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NEWLY REMODELED, CENTRALLY L O C A T E D . 3 BEDROOM 1 BATH DUPLEX . Large yard, front & back. $1150 monthly, utilities included, $1000 deposit. Prefer long term. Pets negotiable. CALL FOR APPOINTMENT 505-204-1685.

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2:00PM-4:00PM - 8 Camino Serpiente - Beautiful 3,000 sq ft, single level home on 2.5 acres with a great design, an open living area, a chef’s kitchen, two master suites plus a guest room and office, high-end finishes, views & patio. $725,000. MLS 201301002. (599 to Camino La Tierra, Frontage Rd to Sierra Azul, left on Bosque Azul to Cam Serpiente) Bonnie Sorenson 505-660-0825 Sotheby’s International Realty.

2:00PM-4:00PM - 226 Camino Del Norte - Spaciously designed 2993 square foot home with classical Santa Fe styling. 4beds/3.5baths. Huge sunset views, 5 minutes to the Plaza, this property is perfect or ready for further expansion. $789,000. MLS 201400323. (Bishops Lodge Road to Camino Encantado to Camino Del Norte) Roger Carson 505-699-8759 Carson & Carson at Keller Williams.

1 BEDROOM and 2 bedroom units available. 1 Bedroom unit is furnished. Great, safe, location. Walled yard, Fireplace, all appliances, TV and Wifi. references required. 303-908-5250.

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1 BEDROOM, 1 bath. $750 monthly. $750 damage deposit. No pets. Baseboard heat. 1 year lease. Owner Broker. 505-850-5005.

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NORTH EAST

18 MILES SOUTH OF SANTA FE. 1 bedroom, 1 bath, office space, den, $800 first and last plus deposit. 505-4734186

2 BEDROOM 1 bath. Fenced yard, Fireplace, washer, dryer, vigas. $995 monthly. Available for showing Monday through Wednesday. 505-6901803

360 degree views, Spectacular walking trails, Automated drip watering, Finished 2 car garage, 2 BDR, 2 ½ bath plus office. $1,350 montly, $1,200 deposit. Available March 1st.

Please call 575-694-5444.

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COMMERCIAL SPACE

805 EARLY STREET. 2700 SQ.FT. ARCHITECTURALLY DESIGNED SPACE, high ceilings, open floor plan along with conventional space. Property can be divided into two spaces. Good for hair salon, art or yoga studio, retail, or office. Call Phillip, 505-9847343 Owner NMREB.

APARTMENTS UNFURNISHED

2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH CONDO, Zia Vista. Washer, dryer, dishwasher, microwave, air, fireplace. Ground floor. $925 monthly + utilities. $900 deposit. non-smoking. no pets. 505-9544378

505-471-8325

1,900 sq.ft. Warehouse, 600 sq.ft Office Space, reception area, two offices, kitchen, security, fenced yard, On-site parking. $1,500 plus utilities.

505-982-2511.

SPECTACULAR VIEWS! Beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath, 18ft. ceilings, radiant heat, 3 car garage, 5.8 acres.

Silver Water RE 505-690-3075

146.17 AC. 1 hour from Albuquerque and Santa Fe. Electricity, views of Sangre De Cristo Mnts and Glorieta Mesa. $675/acre, 20 year owner financing. Toll Free 8 7 7 - 7 9 7 - 2 6 2 4 newmexicoranchland.net

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VV-28 1:00PM-3:30PM - 21 East Saddleback Mesa - Immaculate end unit townhome in Rancho Viejo Windmill edition. 2 BR, 2.5 Bath, 2 Car finished Garage For Sale By Owner. 575-694-5444 $229,500. (Richards drive from Santa Fe Community College towards IAIA and left on Saddleback Mesa. Third row of units. End unit.) Tamara Hand 575-694-5444, Owner.

Y-36 1:00PM-4:00PM - 557 Onate Place - Terrific blend of old and new. Original house is 2BR 1BA, wood floors, fireplace, 9-ft ceilings. Architect designed addition also has 1BR, high ceiling with lots of light and 3/4BA. Good sized lot. $299,000. MLS 201305297. (From St. Francis, turn west on Agua Fria. Onate is first left.) Charles Weber 505-670-9377 Sotheby’s International Realty.

KK-32 1:00PM-4:00PM - 2959 Viaje Pavo Real - Great townhouse centrally located to shopping, medical & restaurants! Features tall vigas ceiling, f/p, new kitchen countertops! Front gated courtyard; large walled back area patio . 15 min to Plaza! $249,000. MLS 201305749.

(Rodeo Road to Left on Yucca to Right on Vista Caballero to Right on Via Caballero del Norte to Left on Viaje Pavo Real) Rose Lopez-Brown, CRS, Rsps, Sres, Wcr 505-490-0615 Keller Williams Realty.

LL-31 2:30PM-4:30PM - 2837 Cliff Palace - Designer touches thru-out, wonderful entertaining spaces inside & out, lush landscaping & expansive views! Totally upgraded from tile & bamboo floors to the lighting, appliances, fixtures & more! $364,500. MLS TBD. (You really must come see this gorgeous home! Camino Carlos Rey south or Governor Miles east to Cliff Palace) Richard Anderson 505-670-9293 Keller Williams Realty Santa Fe.

12:00PM-4:30PM - 7364 Avenida El Nido - Brand-new home in Las Palomas development of Tierra Contenta.

Stop in to find out how Homewise can help you buy the perfect resale or new home for you. New home plans starting at $212,900. (From Airport Road, turn onto Paseo del Sol WEST. Turn right on Jaguar Road to the dead end, then turn right on Avenida El Nido. Model homes are on the right on Avenida El Nido.) Patrice Von Eschen 505690-1811 Homewise, Inc.

SOUTH EAST

JJ-37 1:00PM-3:00PM - 2713 Ventoso - Warm inviting home in a great location with views of the Santa Fe Mountains. Open kitchen dining and living areas, and great outdoor spaces for entertaining. Large master suite with kiva, large closet $565,000. MLS 201400608. (Sawmill Road to Ventoso.) Laurie Hilton 505-780-3237 Sotheby’s International Realty.

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12:00PM-3:00PM - 447 Cerrillos Road #5 - Lovely 2 bedroom condo minutes to the Plaza and Rail Yard District. Charming New Mexico style throughout with the historic charm of a turn of the century adobe. Established vacation rental. $550,000. MLS 201400069. (1/2 Block toward Plaza from Manhattan, between Read and Aztec) Diane Harrison 505-412-9918 Sotheby’s International Realty.

1:00PM-2:30PM - 3 Ladera Place - Perched high on a park like almost 2 acre setting sits this lovely custom designed home built by Marsh Homes. High ceilings & Santa Fe details throughout. Portals with SF awnings & mature landscaping. $439,000. MLS 201304930. (3 br, 3 ba, West on Avenida Vista Grande, left on Avenida Casa del Oro, right on Ladera Road, left on Ladera Place.) Fred Raznick 505-577-0143 Santa Fe Properties.

Z-44 12:00PM-2:00PM - 1066 Camino San Acacio - Nestled above Canyon Road this Historic Eastside adobe casita is perfect for the discerning buyer. This special pied-aterre combines the charm of authentic Santa Fe living with modern conveniences. $475,000. MLS 201305872.

(Acequia Madre to Camino Don Miguel, left on Camino San Acacio.) Wendi Odai 505-699-8823 Sotheby’s International Realty.

FF-37 12:30PM-2:00PM - 2210 Miguel Chavez No.1115 Stunning 1st flr 2 Bd/2 Ba totally upgraded condo (929sf) Wood & tile flooring, gorgeous tile work, fireplace, designer finishes, detailing and upgraded cabinets, lighting, fixtures & appliances. $135,900. MLS 201400653.

(Washer/Dryer&fenced yard. St. Francis, east on Siringo (light), right on Miguel Chavez to 1st gate. Push 345 on keypad to call me to open the gate. Then, turn left & follow drive around to 1115.) Richard Anderson 505-6709293 Keller Williams Realty Santa Fe.

FF-41 1:00PM-3:00PM - 3101 Old Pecos Trail #663 - Low maintenance, high quality living in convenient and luxurious Quail Run! This single-level detached condo is move-in ready with open floor plan, detailed finishes and private, landscaped patio. $549,000. MLS 201305822.

(Old Pecos Trail to Quail Run. From gate, go straight til the first stop sign. Turn right - street will split into a V. Keep to the right at the V. #663 is in the last cul de sac on the right.) Rachel Rosebery 505-570-9365 Coldwell Banker Trails West Realty.

R-60 1:00PM-3:00PM - 132 Mejor Lado - Newly completed

by Aram Farber! Lit pilaster entry to lovely open-plan, split bedroom design, coved viga ceilings, large study.

Sweeping mountain views, paved cul-de-sac, nat. gas & community water. $565,000. MLS 201305092. (3 br, 2 ba, West on Avenida Eldorado, left on Ave de Compadres, right on paved Mejor Lado, right into the cul-de-sac.)

Sue Garfitt 505-577-2007 Santa Fe Properties.

ELDORADO EAST

H-73 1:00PM-3:00PM - 47 Camino Dimitrio - A showplace in Dos Griegos. This 3 bed 2.5 bath 2,605 sq ft home is exceptional. High ceilings, abundant skylight and windows, great views. Wonderful separation of bedrooms and open flow-through plan. $520,000. MLS 201304988.

(Hwy 285 to first entrance, Ave. Amistad, right to first left on Electra, left on Camino Dimitrio) Jenny Bishop, Trudi Conkling 505-469-0469 Barker Realty.

N-69 12:30PM-2:00PM - 22 Avila Road - Built by SF Tectonics with Santa Fe detailing throughout. Walled courtyard w/double gates, professionally landscaped gardens & portal. Tile/wood floors, viga ceilings. Private library/office. Studio. $550,000. MLS 201400658. (3 br, 2 ba, Avenida Eldorado - west, left onto Avila Rd.) Sue Garfitt 505-577-2007 Santa Fe Properties.

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DIRECTOR OF HEAD START – MAIN OFFICE Responsible for the overall administration and management of the ENIPC’s Head Start Program and compliance monitoring of ENIPC’s delegate agencies. Carry out day- to-day administration, management, and supervision of the Head Start Program. Supervise Lead Teachers and any administrative staff. Provide support for all other Head Start staff. Oversee the implementation of family assistance and social services to Head Start families in accordance with the Head Start Program Standards. Coordinate the activities of the Head Start Policy Council and fosters shared decision making in accordance with the Head Start Performance standards. Provide screening, assessment, evaluation and diagnosis of children with suspected disabilities. Oversee and maintain the program governance structure. Maintain the current grant and budget, search for additional funding. .Establish the Head Start grant application process and oversee the review and recommended approval of the all application. Bachelor’s Degree with Master’s preferred in Early Childhood Education, Social Work Administration, Human and Disability services, Elementary Education, or Business Administration. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in supervisory/ administration position in human services programs or business management

Director of Athletics For a complete job description see: www.nmhu.edu/jobs New Mexico Highlands University is accepting application for a Director of Athletics. The Director of Athletics is responsible for planning, directing and evaluating the operational, financial and personnel activities of the athletic department within the context of institutional, RMAC, and NCAA policies and procedures.

NMHU is committed to student success in the classroom as well as in competition and supports the NCAA DII Life in the Balance initiative. Athletic success at Highlands is a long tradition and the University expects to be competitive in those sports that it offers. MINIMUM JOB REOUIREMENTS: Education: Master’s Degree in any field. Experience: Five (5) years coaching experience. Preferred: Administrative experience in intercollegiate athletics. Demonstrated success with fund raising. Collegiate coaching experience.

Master’s degree in Sports Administration, Business, Educational Leadership, or Exercise and Sports Science.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Candidates must submit 1) a letter of interest; 2) resume; 3) University Employment Application; 4) Copies of advanced degree transcripts; 5) Names/address/phone numbers of 3 professional references. References will be contacted in conjunction with on-campus interviews and official transcripts should be requested upon acceptance of the on-campus interview.

New Mexico Highlands University Human Resources Athletic Director Search Box 9000 Las Vegas, NM 87701 Email applications will be accepted: jobs@nmhu.edu For disabled access or services call 505-454-3242 or TDD 505-454-3003.

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CLINICAL DIRECTOR – TAOS The Butterfly Healing Center Clinical Director will assure appropriate clinical management and services provided to the residents of ENIPC, Inc.’s Butterfly Healing Center. The Clinical Director will provide direct psychological services, clinical management in inpatient and outpatient settings, clinical leadership, supervision, and training to all BHC staff. Incumbent shall assure program compliance in order to maintain C.Y.F.D., Optum Health, D.O.J. as well as Indian Health Services and any additional funding sources and requirements thereof. Position also requires participation and direction in areas of marketing and outreach services representing Circle of Life and all network services delivered by the organization. Must have prior successful management experience. Minimum a Master’s Degree in Counseling, Psychology or Social Work. Licensed in the State of New Mexico as an LISW, LPCC, or Ph.D. Must be licensed in the State of NM

Social Worker – Children’s Medical Services (DOH-Espanola) Family –centered medical care coordination; BSW or MSW

FAMILY THERAPIST – ALBUQUERQUE AND ESPANOLA Will provide individual and family therapy, group, psychotherapy, substance abuse counseling, mental health/substance abuse evals, case mgmt, etc. Mstrs in counseling, psychology or social work. Must be licensed in the State of NM as an LMSWM< LISW< LPCC< LMHC or Ph.D. IMMEDIATE OPENING.

Licensed in NM. Bilingual. Salary DOE. Call 505-231-8750.

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WIC BREASTFEEDING PEER COUNSELOR – ESPANOLA Provide one-on-one and group breastfeeding support/classes to WIC mothers. Will make hospital visits and work with local health professionals. Some clerical duties. Must be a past or current breastfeeding mother. Can work a minimum 10 hours per week, and has reliable transportation.

Santa Fe Community College invites you to apply for the position(s) noted below:

Generous Benefits Package: All Employee Medical Premiums Paid, Employer Match 401k, PTO, and Much More!

Employment with ENIPC requires a valid NM State Driver License and must be insurable under ENIPC’s auto insurance. All required certificates and licensures must be valid and current prior to employment.

Positions close when filled, unless otherwise noted.

Send resume to: RCata@enipc.org or 505.747.1599 (fax) 505.747.1593 (office) ENIPC ensures Native American Preference ENIPC, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace.

Adjunct Faculty Figure Painting/Drama/Piano/Fashion Design Communications and Digital Media Coordinator Database Administrator Full Time Assistant Professor & Program Head of Photography Network Technician To apply, go to jobs.sfcc.edu and follow the instructions for submitting an on-line application.

For further information or assistance, call (505) 428-1228.

Santa Fe Community College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and encourages applications from women and members of minority groups.

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505-992-1205 valdezandassociates.com CONVENIENTLY LOCATED

2 bedroom, 1 bath, on-site laundry, close to parks $600 plus utilities

LOVELY CONDO

2 bedrooms and 1 bath, granite counter tops, washer, dryer, kiva fireplace, vigas, tile, carpet flooring, conveniently located. $850 plus utilities.

LOCATED AT THE LOFTS ON CERRILLOS

This live & work studio offers high ceilings, kitchenette, bathroom with shower, 2 separate entrances, ground, corner unit with lots of natural lighting. $1000 plus utilities

ADMINISTRATIVE DIRKS, VAN ESSEN & MURRAY, a national merger and acquisition firm specializing in the newspaper industry, is looking for an associate to join our firm. The Candidate must possess strong writing and analytical skills to help in the preparation of marketing materials and other documents. Previous experience in media is a plus, but not necessary. $45k to $60k plus benefits; opportunity for bonus. Send resume and writing samples to phil@dirksvanessen.com

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OLD SANTA FE CHARM

2 bedroom, 1 bath, fire place, wood floors Saltillo tile, carpet, washer. $850.00 plus utilities.

5 PLEX CONVENIENTLY LOCATED ON CAMINO CAPITAN

this unit is a one bedroom loft, fireplace, and fenced back yard $650 plus utilities

ADOBE GUEST HOUSE

with kitchenette, vigas, kiva fireplace and patio area. $450 Includes electric, water and trash.

921 NICOLE Place, 3 bed, 2 bath, 2 car garage. Beautiful home. Available 3/1. $1,600 monthly, first, last deposit. 505-474-6460.

FAIRWAY VILLAGE. 3 Bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. $1150 monthly plus utilities. Washer, Dryer, Enclosed back yard. Gated community.

Close to I-25, 599. 505-690-6707 HOUSE FOR Rent: 2 bedroom house in Tesuque, $800 per month, No pets, 505-983-4962

Salary: $18.00-$28.0485 hourly Closing Date: March 3, 2014 Complete job description: santafecounty.gov, 505-992-9880

EXPERIENCED ASSISTANT Manager for busy, exciting Santa Fe Apartments. Sharp dresser, motivated, organized, team player with positive attitude. Great phone, PC, writing skills. $15 hour + bonuses & benefits.

Resume & cover letter to: santaferesume@gmail.com

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HINKLE LAW FIRM in Santa Fe is seeking litigation paralegal Experience (2-3 years) required in general civil practice, including labor and employment, insurance defense, and professional malpractice defense. Candidates should have excellent writing and research skills, and the ability to work independently. Paralegal certificate or degree is necessary.

Those who do not meet this criteria need not apply. Competitive salary and benefits. All inquires kept confidential. E-mail resume to: gromero@hinklelawfirm.com

LA CIENEGA ADOBE. 1 Bedroom, 500 sq.ft., kiva, Shed, screened porch, enclosed yard. No laundry hook-ups. $660, deposit $400. 505-690-7159 NEWLY REMODELED 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH. $950 sunny, hardwood floors, woodstove, fenced, pet ok. Lone Butte area, LP gas, $950 plus utilities, deposit. Call Steve 505-470-3238.

SANTA FE COMMUNITY COLLEGE Hiring Multiple Positions

To apply, go to jobs.sfcc.edu to submit an on-line application.

Questions: (505) 428-1228.

SFSWMA BuRRT Transfer Operator Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Agency is accepting applications for a full-time BuRRT Transfer Operator ($15.80 hourly), #2014-001 (HS diploma or GED; NM CDL Class A license; and a minimum of 1 year experience in operating commercial vehicles or heavy equipment.

Job announcement and application can be found at www.sfswma.org or call Rosalie at 505-424-1850 ext. 150. EEO/AA

ART HANDLER: Need reliable person to join Santa Fe art processing team preparing and installing large volumes of artwork for auction sales.

Computer skills required. Box # 1005 c/o The New Mexican, PO Box 2048, Santa Fe, NM 87504.

EDUCATION COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS of NM (CISNM) is seeking FullTime SITE COORDINATORS for two Kindergarten through 8th grade schools in the Santa Fe Public Schools.

CISNM Site Coordinators work to redress student dropout in public schools utilizing the nationally recognized Communities In Schools integrated student services framework. Working in partnership with a school principal, the Site Coordinator is responsible for the overall planning, integration and implementation of student and family supports and services designed to increase student attendance, improve behavior and academic performance, and provide basic needs supports. Bilingual Spanish-English required.

Experience working with children and or youth in an educational setting, strong interpersonal and organization skills are essential. Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree and demonstrated relevant equivalent experience in education, social work or related field. Please submit cover letter, resume, and three references by email to: johnsona@ cisnew m exico.org

by February 24, 2014. No Phone Calls, please.

1200 & 1300 SQUARE FEET. 800 square feet downstairs, 400 - 500 square foot living area upstairs. Skylights, high ceilings. Wayne Nichols, 505-6997280.

FRONTING ON 2ND STREET 2160 sq.ft on 2nd Street.

Live- Work. Studio. Gallery, or Office.

High ceilings, 2-story. Handicap bath.

Wayne Nichols, 505-699-7280

LIVE-IN STUDIOS

OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN TRAINEE Santa Fe Clinic Eye Associates of New Mexico is the largest ophthalmology and optometry practice in the Southwest. We currently have the above-listed positions open at our Santa Fe Surgery Center and Santa Fe Clinic. Some positions require travel between our Northern New Mexico clinics, please check the listing.

To learn more about these positions and our organization, see the expanded information on www.jobing.com.

S kylights, overhead doors, 2500 square feet, $975. 4100 square feet, 3 phase electric, $1175. La Mesilla. No dogs. 505-753-5906.

Seeking Data Entry Operators

MOBILE HOME SPACE FOR RENT in Tesuque, Sol Y Sombra Trailer Park. $400 per month, No pets. 983-4962.

COLAB AT 2ND STREET A CO-WORK OFFICE

Desks and private offices, complete facilities, conference room, $300 monthly. Wayne Nichols, 505-699-7280

The Developmental Disabilities Supports Division of the New Mexico Department of Health is seeking a

Medical Director

to oversee our Clinical Services Bureau, Office of Behavioral Supports and Mortality Review Committee as well as provide medical consultation to nurses working in our Regional Offices, interdisciplinary teams and to collaborate with our partners at UNM School of Medicine. This opportunity is currently posted on the State Personnel website as Position number 31335 at http://agency.governmentjobs.co m/newmexico.

For more information please contact Jennifer Thorne-Lehman at 505-2226693 or via email at J e n n i f e r . T h o r n e Lehman@state.nm.us.

MEDICAL DENTAL

CLINICAL NURSE SOUTHWEST CARE CENTER

is looking for Licensed Clinical N u r s e s for both full time and PRN positions.

Holidays off with a great benefit package! *Must have at least 1 year experience working in a primary care setting *Must have excellent assessment skills *Must be able to operate in a fast paced environment *Experience working in an electronic medical record is recommended *Current Licensure required *Excellent customer service skills a must *Must be able to multi-task and prioritize *Bi-lingual preferred (English, Spanish) If you feel you fit these requirements, please email your resume and cover letter to: Joan Romin, jromin@southwestcare.org or fax to 505-216-1552. Please specify the position (Full-time or PRN) that you are applying for. No phone calls.

Southwest CARE Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer

COMFORT KEEPERS

Seeking compassionate caregivers experienced in personal care willing to work in the Santa Fe and Los Alamos area. Please call 505988-8851 to inquire.

DENTAL ASSISTANT, Full time. Competitive salary & excellent benefit package. Experience required. Fax resume to 505-884-0479 DENTAL ASSISTANT OR STERILIZATION TECH wanted for busy practice.

Full time, Monday - Thursday. Experience preferred. Salary DOE. Email resume to: admin@childs2thdr.com

HEAD DENTAL ASSISTANT Rare Opportunity!!!

Progressive Taos Dental Office has immemdiate opening for Full-time certified head dental assistant, 575-7794532.

LAMCC seeks LPN / RN

3 DAYS a week Santa Fe, Los Alamos office. Non-smoker nonsmoking household, no weekends.

Email resume: jperkins@cybermesa.com or call Julie at: 505-662-4351

MEDICAL DENTAL MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST - ADMIN. Experienced. Medical transcription, practice systems, client reception, patient schedule, proactive communication. Admin Assistant for Front Desk Manager. Internet and Microsoft Office. Santa Fe - Albuquerque.

Generous benefits. Email resume to: info@vetcancercare.com .

PCM IS hiring a dependable RN-Case Manager for in-home care in the Santa Fe, NM area. $32 per hour.

Apply at: www.procasemanagement.com or call 866-902-7187 Ext. 350. EOE.

CREWMAN/SR (Repost) Job ID 1636 • Santa Fe, NM New Mexico Gas Company has an immediate opening for a Crewman/SR in our Santa Fe office. The Crewman ‘level is an entry level position with company provided training.

This position provides labor support for gas distribution and transmission construction, maintenance, installation and emergency response. The Crewman level requires the successful candidate be able to obtain a Class A CDL within six months of hire. Must have a high school diploma or GED with an acceptable driving record. To be considered go to the careers page at www.nmgco.com, review the position description, register, upload a resume, apply and answer all posting questions. You must complete the online application process no later than February 23, 2014 to be considered. Previous applicants do not need to reapply.

New Mexico Gas Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, disabled individuals and veterans are encouraged to apply.

WE GET RESULTS!

View full ad at www.sfnewmexican.com Deadline: February 23, 2014.

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Agave Health, Inc. seeks solutions and creates change through quality behavioral health care. Our recent acquisition by Southwest Behavioral Health Services has created the following opportunities: Behavior Management Specialist Grants, Santa Fe, Santa Rosa Community Support Worker Grants, Santa Fe, Santa Rosa – Spanish Speaking

Recruiter Santa Fe Therapist Grants, Santa Fe, Santa Rosa

Psychiatrist (Adult/Child) Santa Fe Agave Health offers competitive pay, full medical, dental and vision benefits, PTO, holidays, and 403 (b). To apply, please visit us online at jobs.agavehealth.org. Pre-employment drug screening and background check required. EOE M/H/F/V

Please send resume and cover letter stating the specific POSITION and LOCATION for which you are applying to: Eye Associates of New Mexico, 8801 Horizon Blvd. NE #360, Albuquerque, NM 87113 Attn: Human Resources; fax to (800) 548-5213 or email to employment@eyenm.com.

No phone calls please. Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-FreeWorkplace.

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OPERATING ROOM TECHNICIAN Santa Fe Surgery Center Casual/prn

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for a 3-6month project in Santa Fe starting in March.

Must have data entry skills (alpha/numeric). Must be able to toggle between multiple computer screens and enter data and answer client questions over the phone. Must be detailed oriented with good work ethic. Mon-Fri 8-5pm.

STORAGE SPACE 10x30 Move-in-Special, $180 monthly.

Airport Cerrillos Storage. Wide, Rollup doors. U-haul Cargo Van. Professional, Resident Manager. 505-4744450. www.airportcerrillos.com

Please complete our registration process online at www.excelstaff.com (job seeker).

An Uploaded resume is required.

Once completed email lola@excelstaff.com with “registration Complete” in the subject line.

Background check required EOE/AA.

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Los Alamos Public Schools HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL Los Alamos Public Schools, an internationally accredited school district in New Mexico, with a reputation for outstanding academics, commitment to the arts, and expanding opportunities for all students seeks an innovative and energetic instructional leader for its high school.

Must possess or be eligible for a NM Administrative license and have a minimum of 5 years experience as an administrator in an education related position. The successful candidate will provide leadership for all building programs and activities; work collaboratively with staff to develop and implement action plans for raising student achievement; support and foster current instructional practice; coordinate hiring; supervising and evaluating staff; coordinate and monitor the budget process; and serve as a visible and articulate presence within the community to enhance support for education. Experience with successful dual credit programs and Early College in High School desired. Starting salary range $93,000 to $110,000.

APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING: Completion of Online Administrative employment application (http://www.laschools.net/page/4903), resume, transcripts, letters of recommendation (minimum of three, less than one year old), and a letter of application which speaks to the applicant’s interest/qualifications for the position, describes his/her educational leadership skills, human relation skills and describes training and experience in curriculum, instruction, scheduling and supervision.

Call and talk to one of our friendly Ad-visors today!

Application Deadline: February 28, 2014

986-3000

Interviews for finalists scheduled for March 6 and March 7, 2014.

BRING INNOVATION HOME Direct Sales Representative Santa Fe, NM Comcast residential sales pros demo our XFINITY® high-speed telecom, Internet, media and home automation products to customers who want the most innovative content and technology. You’ll learn everything you need to know from the best in the business, so you can get better every day.

Benefits Competitive base pay with uncapped commission potential Flexible schedule and convenient hours

Preferred Qualifications A high school diploma or its equivalent Exceptional communication, interpersonal and customer service skills 1-3+ years in a sales or retail environment preferred

FAST FORWARD TO TOMORROW’S NEXT BIG IDEA.

COMCAST.JOBS/2569 Comcast is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug-Free workplace employer.

Drury Plaza Hotel - Redefining Hospitality in Santa Fe Drury Plaza Hotel Santa Fe, the new hotel in the heart of historic Santa Fe, sits on five beautiful acres and is looking for candidates who possess the right combination of energy, people skills and experience. Family ownership makes Drury Hotels distinctly different and assures guests quality and consistency, every time they stay at our hotels.

Now hiring for the following positions:  Housekeepers  Breakfast Host  Maintenance Technician  Guest Service Agent  Night Auditor  Valet Attendant  Concierge  Bartender/Evening Beverage Server  Lead Maintenance Person  Guest Service Supervisors  Valet Supervisor  Assistant Executive Housekeeper  Sales Coordinators Reserve your career today at www.drurycareers.com Drury Plaza Hotel  228 East Palace Avenue  Santa Fe, NM 

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2014 CHEVROLET SONIC HATCH RS AUTO. 3,872 miles! One owner no accidents. $22,999. Schedule a test drive today!

2001 CHRYSLER PT C R U I S E R 4 door Wagon. WOW! Amazing deal! $3,000. Schedule a test drive today, 505-629-1357.

PART TIME TELEMARKETING PRO

The Santa Fe New Mexican has a great position for a telemarketing professional.

FOUND 2 SOFA PILLOWS, blown out of pickup near Salazar & Agua Fria on Wednesday 2/19 near laundrymat. Call to identify, 505-424-4236.

FOUND DOG, 2/17 at 6 pm, on W. Alameda. Female white pit bull with brown patches. Call 505-471-5569 to identify.

FOUR KEYS, Red Key tag, with leather strap. Found at intersection of Solana and Paseo De Peralta. 505920-9933.

LOST

We are seeking a part time Telemarketing Representative to make outbound sales calls to current and potential subscribers.

Hours are Monday-Friday from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Hourly pay rate plus commission. No benefits.

Submit references and job application or resume by Friday, February 28, 2014, to: Human Resources The Santa Fe New Mexican 202 East Marcy Street Santa Fe, NM 87501-2021 Or by email to: gbudenholzer@ sfnew m exican. com You may access an online job application at h t t p : / / s f n m . c o / 1 e U K C c D or pick up an application at above address or 1 New Mexican Plaza, off the 1-25 frontage road. EOE

S O U T H W E S T STYLE C A B I N E T S (black with brown top). Salt cedar inlay panels. $450 each. 505-417-4499 or chavezmilo55@yahoo.com for information.

WHITE MELAMINE TechLine Wall Bed in excellent condition. Single bed with mattress and two vertical cabinets, full unit 75" wide, 91" high and 20" deep. Can deliver within one hour of Santa Fe. Asking $1500. $3000 new. Call 505 455-1894.

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT 3 WHEEL ELECTRIC SCOOTER. 3 years old, perfect condition. Asking $1800, paid $3600. Call 505-469-6075 or 505820-3523

MISCELLANEOUS AFRICAN SPUR Thigh Tortoise, Sulcata, 100 pounds. Last seen in Mountain Road & Old Santa Fe Trail Area.

505-795-9981.

TRADES REPUTABLE RESTORATION & CLEANING COMPANY

is hiring Service Technician.

Specializing in carpet, upholstery, rug, hard surface cleaning & water, fire, smoke and mold remediation. 24 hour emergency on call service.

Experience, certification is a plus. 1 week PTO after 1 year of employment. Pay DOE. Call 505-4717711 for interview.

LOST GRAY & WHITE MALE PITTBULL that responds to "Smokey". Last seen E. Pecos on 2/15/2014. Please call 505-757-2638, 505-603-8058.

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JIM BEAM DECANTER SET of four whiskey bottles, assorted colors. $100. 505-570-0213

MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS

YORKIES, CHIHUAHUAS, POODLES, MINI DACHSHUNDS, DESIGNER MALTESE, YORKY-POOS, SHIHTZUS, DESIGNER SCHNAUZERS, MORKIES. Papers, shots, health guarantee, POTTY-PAD trained. Most hypo-allergic, nonshedding. PAYMENT PLAN. Debit, Credit cards or PAYPAL. $300 - $2,200.

Call or text for pictures 575-9101818. cingard1@hotmail.com

2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT. Extra year of bumper to bumper warranty. 32,689 miles. $13,999. Schedule a test drive today!

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SCHAFFER GRAND UPRIGHT PIANO, Approximately 100 years old, Ivory Keys, Solid Oak, Good Condition.

Make Offer. 505-501-0646

»merchandise«

MEDICAL DENTAL

WM KNABE & Company Piano Mignotte Used Piano Circa 1951-1952.

May need minor adjustments and tuning. 58" across, 40" high, 2" deep.

Has electrical power. 505-603-9700.

MAMMOGRAPHER X-RAY TECH FT Mammographer X-Ray Tech open in Santa Fe. Will include screening and diagnostic mammography and xrays. Must be ARRT and NM State registered with CPR. Day shift, and excellent salary, benefits. Email to resumes@xraynm.com or fax to 505998-3100. EOEor fax to 505-998-3100.

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MISCELLANEOUS JOBS

»animals« ANTIQUES

2004 SAAB-9.3 SEDAN MANUAL FWD

GARAGE SALE NORTH 204 ALAMO DRIVE MOVING SALE , Sunday February 23rd 8:00 a.m. Sofas, chairs, entertainment center, silverware, rugs etc.

2009 CHEVROLET Malibu LT. 63,839 miles. Gorgeous car! $12,999.

Schedule a test drive today!

The Santa Fe New Mexican is seeking a multitalented editor with excellent news judgment to help anchor the presentation desk at night, including working on the front page and special projects. Our editors do it all: Write accurate, punchy headlines; spot holes in stories while editing for AP style; design clean, eye-catching pages and graphics; and keep our revamped website up-to-date and looking sharp. We’re seeking candidates proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite with at least one year of experience in editing and design, although recent college graduates with excellent clips will be considered.

At night, you’ll work in a collaborative environment with an award-winning group of writers, editors and photographers.

We offer a competitive salary, health, dental, vision and 401k benefits, and a free gym membership.

To apply, email your cover letter, résumé and five best design clips to Presentation Editor Brian Barker at bbarker@sfnewmexican.com .

RESALE STORE ASSOCIATE- MOVER The Santa Fe Animal Shelter’s northside resale store, Cat 2, seeks a parttime sales associate & furniture mover. Heavy lifting required. resumes to: ablalock@sfhumanesociety.org

»cars & trucks«

MERRY FOSS, Latin American ETHNOGRAPHIC & ANTIQUE DEALER moving. Selling her COLLECTION, Household FURNITURE & EVERYTHING! By appt 505-7957222.

ELECTRIC OVEN WITH four burners.

Black glass-top and front. Selfcleaning. Clean! Works well. $100.

505-986-1199

ART

FARM EQUIPMENT

FEED EQUIPMENT SERVICES ALFALFA BALES & ALFAFLA ORCHARD GRASS BALES. $9.50 each bale. 100 or more, $9.00 each. Barn stored in Ribera, NM. Call 505-473-5300.

Hay for sale Barn-stored pasture grass.

Bales average 60 lbs. $13 per bale.

Load your own in Nambé.

505-455-2562.

MAGNIFICENT STONE Cliff Fragua sculpture, 30" high, rare 2003. $4,950 firm. Must sell. Santa Fe 505-471-4316 Lowered from $6,000. Last chance offer, retails at $10,500.

BUILDING MATERIALS

PETS SUPPLIES AKC REGISTERED German Shepherd Puppies (Eastern European Bloodline). 5 Females, $500 each.

4 Males, $600 each. Sable, Black, Black-Tan. Call 505-490-1748.

PLYWOOD. CABINET GRADE. 4’x8’ sheets.

Never used.

Different thicknesses. 505-983-8448

L-2800 KUBOTA 4 wheel drive, 580 hours, 1 owner, comes with post hole digger, brush cutter, box blade, rear blade, $13,800. Call, 505-470-3227

CLASSIC CARS Toy Box Too Full?

CAR STORAGE FACILITY

2007 CHEVY COBALT. THE WHITE ONE AT THE WHITE PRICE. $8,988.

Call 505-473-1234.

CLASSIFIEDS Where treasures are found daily

2007 CHRYSLER 300-Series 4 door Sedan RWD. Gorgeous car! $10,000. Schedule a test drive today, 505-629-1357.

Sell your car in a hurry!

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BLACK & TAN Australian Kelpie, lost in Nambe area Sunday afternoon.

Answers to Nala. $200 Reward for return. Call 505-577-6301 or 505-4734761.

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SEASONED FIREWOOD. Ponderosa $80.00 per load. Pinion or Cedar $120.00 per load. Tel# 508-4440087 Delivery free.

FURNITURE

SALES MARKETING Santa Fe Harley-Davidson® Now Hiring: Sales Position

Check out this gorgeous girl!

D a l l a s is a year old spayed German Shepherd cross. She enjoys long walks, chasing balls and play time at the dog park with calm, large dogs. She would love to be part of an active family who will take her for long hikes or perhaps a daily jog. To learn even more about Dallas, call her good friend and sponsor, Katya, at 505-501-0790.

Apply in person to John Del Valle, Sales Manager. 4360 Rodeo Rd. Santa Fe, NM 87507.

BEAT THE HEAT FEBRUARY ONLY

Have an empty house or apartment you need to rent?

Read the WANT TO RENT column for prospective tenants.

Place an ad in the Classifieds 986-3000

Get Your Female Cat Fixed For

Firewood for sale A full measured cord for $150. Split and stacked.

Mostly cottonwood.

505-455-2562.

2 positions available, Salesperson and Merchandiser, for friendly professional selling ladies clothing, southwestern jewelry, art, gifts.

Apply at 201 W. San Francisco St.

4X4s

2013 CHEVROLET OUTLANDER. 130 miles and SO MUCH FUN! $10,999.

Schedule a test drive today!

Airport Road and 599 505-660-3039

Place an ad Today!

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Another One Owner, Local, Carfax, 75,843 Miles, Garaged, Non-Smoker, X-Keys, Manuals, Every Service Record, Loaded, Sooo Affordable. $6,950.

WE PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR VEHICLE! VIEW VEHICLE santafeautoshowcase.com Paul 505-983-4945

APPLIANCES

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2008 Hummer H2 SUT - REALLY! ONLY 38k miles, totally loaded with leather, NAV and chrome brush guard, clean CarFax, this one’s HOT $46,731. 505-216-3800.

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BEAUTIFUL COUCH WITH LOVELY ACCENTS. FROM A SMOKE AND PET FREE HOME. $300. PLEASE CALL, 505-238-5711 TO SCHEDULE A VIEWING.

ENGLISH BULLDOG MALE Puppies, AKC Registered. First shots. Take home 2/23/14. $1,800 each. 575-7609961, 575-762-7174, 575-356-6102 for pictures and information.

Must mention this ad when making appointment.

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2008 TOYOTA FJ Cruiser. Another Lexus trade-in! 60k miles, 4x4, lifted, super nice, clean CarFax, $23,951. Call 505-216-3800.

2010 BMW 335Xi - Another Lexus trade! Low miles, AWD, completely loaded with Navigation, still under warranty! clean CarFax $27,817.

Call 505-216-3800.

IMPORTS

SPECIAL

2005 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500 4WD LT. Power everything, third row seating. $8,000 Schedule a test drive today, 505-629-1357.

2012 JEEP WRANGLER 4X4. FUN! GO TOPLESS FOR THE SUMMER. $27,995. Call 505-473-1234.

2008 BMW 535-XI, WAGON AWD

Local Owner, Carfax,Garaged,NonSmoker, X-Keys, Manuals, Automatic, Every Service Record, Navigation, Heated Steering Wheel, Moonroof, Every Available Option, Pristine, Soooo Rare $20,450.

WE PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR VEHICLE!

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2002 BMW 330i

Ultimate sport sedan with 5 speed manual. Big 6 cylinder, moonroof, alloys, no accidents, excellent condition, Carfax, warranty.

Sweet price. $6995. www.sweetmotorsales.com. 505954-1054.

IMPORTS

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2001 CHEVROLET TAHOE 4 door 4WD LT. Lots of features! $6,000.

Schedule a test drive today, 505629-1357.

2004 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE LIMIT E D 4WD. Great car for snow days! $8,000. Schedule a test drive today, 505-629-1357.

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2010 BMW 535Xi AWD. Recent trade-in, factory CERTIFIED with warranty & maintenance until 3/2016, fully loaded, clean CarFax $23,897. Call 505-216-3800.

2005 Acura MDX AWD

Sweet MDX loaded with leather, navigation, new tires, in excellent condition. No accidents, CarFax, warranty $9,995. 505-954-1054. www.sweetmotorsales.com .

2011 HONDA CR-V EX-L - another 1owner Lexus trade-in, AWD, leather, moonroof, clean CarFax, don’t miss this one! $20,981. 505-2163800.

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2007 BMW 328XI - WOW! Just 43k miles and a single owner! AWD, navigation, NEW tires and brakes, clean CarFax, what a gem! $18,821. Call 505-216-3800.

2001 DODGE RAM 1500 4X4. ONE OWNER, THIS IS SHARP. $8,999.

Call 505-473-1234.

2003 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY 4 door HSE. Luxury, style, off road capabilities. $7,000. Schedule a test drive today. 505-629-1357.

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2004 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER-SUV 4X4

Another One Owner, Local, Carfax, 85,126 Miles, Garaged, Non-Smoker, X-Keys, Manuals, Every Service Record, 7 Passenger, Leather, New Tires, Loaded, Pristine, Soooo Family Oriented. $12,250.

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CALL 986-3000 1997 DODGE RAM 1500 4WD Club Cab 6.5 Ft Box. $6,000. Schedule a test drive today, 505-629-1357.

2009 HONDA CR-V AUTOMATIC

2011 AUDI A3 TDI - DIESEL, 40+ mpg, well equipped, clean CarFax, excellently maintained, beautiful condition $21,851

Local Owner, Carfax, 76,569 Miles, Garaged, Non-Smoker, manuals, XKeys, Service Records, All Wheel Drive, Moonroof, Pristine, So Perfect $15,950.

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2006 BMW X5 4.4V8

Immaculate X5 with V8, Automatic, DVD, Satellite radio, chrome wheels, 71k miles, Carfax, Warranty. $16,1995. 505-954-1054. www.sweetmotorsales.com

2009 NISSAN 370Z NISMO - Just 25k miles, rare performace package, collector condition, clean CarFax, don’t pass on this one! $27,992.

505-216-3800.

www.furrysbuickgmc.com 2012 TOYOTA 4Runner SR5. 18,489 miles. This is an outstanding and very reliable vehicle. $32,800. Schedule a test drive today!

1989 FORD F150 with snow plow. $3,200, V8 Great working Truck. 505920-3309

2005.5 AUDI A4 3.2 QUATTRO. 63k miles. One owner. Always garaged.

No accidents. Leather seats, navigation, cold-weather package, sports package, Bose stereo, Xenon headlights. $13,250. 505-577-5342

2004 BMW X3 AWD

Sweet, mint condition, low mileage, panoramic moonroof, CD, alloys with new tires. Carfax, warranty. $9,995. 505-954-1054. www.sweetmotorsales.com .

2006 Nissan Xterra SE 4X4

Sweet pristine condition inside and out, V6, Automatic, Rockford Fosgate Audio, Power windows & locks, Alloys with new tires Carfax, warranty. $9,995. www.sweetmotorsales.com . 505954-1054.

2005 GMC 3500 CREW CAB DURAMAX 4WD. Awesome work truck! $22,000. Schedule a test drive today, 505-629-1357.

2004 AUDI 5 door Wagon 2.7T Quattro AWD Auto. Luxurious and functional. $7,000. Schedule a test drive today, 505-629-1357.

2012 Toyota Tundra Double Cab 4x4, rare TRD Rock Warrior, good miles, 1 owner, clean CarFax, HOT! $30,981. Call 505-216-3800.

www.furrysbuickgmc.com 2000 SAAB 9-3 TURBO SE. 5-Door Hatchback.

Automatic, Sunroof, Leather. 122,824 miles. $3,200 or make offer. 505-983-2931

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2002 NISSAN Xterra SE SC. 4 wheel drive, supercharged, and lifted! $4,995. Schedule a test drive today!

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2011 TOYOTA RAV4. UNBELIEVABLE! Just 5k miles. This is the way to buy pre-owned, 4x4, 1 owner clean. CarFax $19,971. Call 505216-3800.

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2011 TOYOTA Tacoma Double Cab 4WD. Good miles, local vehicle, well maintained, TRD Off-Road, clean CarFax, NICE! $29,421. Call 505-216-3800.

2008 FORD F-250 DIESEL 6.4 A/T KING OF THE HILL. $35,995. Call 505-473-1234.

2004 BUICK RENDEZVOUS 4 door AWD. Drive with style. $4,000.

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2011 Lexus CT200h - Recent trade!

Factory Certified with 100k mile warranty, hybrid 42+ mpg, 1 owner clean CarFax, forget Prius for $23,841. 505-216-3800.

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2007 SUBARU FORESTER

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Another One Owner, Local, Carfax, 69454 Miles, Garaged, NonSmoker,X-Keys,Manuals,Service Records, New Tires, Sunroof, Bluetooth, XM Radio, Front Wheel Drive, Pristine Soooo Desirable $13,950 WE PAY TOP DOLLAR FOR YOUR VEHICLE! VIEW VEHICLE santafeautoshowcase.com Paul 505-983-4945

2001 FORD SUPER DUTY F-250 2WD Crew Cab 6-3/4 Ft Box XLT. $5,000.

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2010 LEXUS RX 450h - Another 1 owner Lexus trade, Factory Certified with 3 year warranty, HYBRID, all the options, clean CarFax $34,971. Call 505-216-3800.

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Drive All Season, Pristine, So Beautiful $14,250.

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2013 CHEVROLET CAPTIVA LTZ. One owner, no accidents. Certified Pre-Owned! 26,249 miles. $21,999. Schedule a test drive today.

1999 Subaru GT Wagon AWD

Sweet accident free GT. Leather, panoramic moonroof, power seats, windows, locks, cruise, CD Low miles, Carfax, warranty $6,995.

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2011 VOLKSWAGEN CC - Merely 15k miles! 4 cylinder turbo with over 30 mpg, leather, one owner, clean CarFax, like new $19,921. Call 505216-3800.

1996 FORD RANGER 2 DOOR .

79,387 miles, good condition. Asking $4,000.00 CASH. Please call 505-988-3263 for more information.

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2005 LEXUS RX 330. Fresh Lexus trade-in! Fully serviced (90k just completed!) and in excellent condition, clean. CarFax. $15,371. Call 505-216-3800.

2008 ISUZU i-290 2WD Extended Cab Auto S. Tough and long lasting. $10,000. Schedule a test drive today, 505-629-1357.

2009 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN SE AWD, navigation, moonroof, turbo, clean CarFax, prisitine! $15,897. Call 505-216-3800.

2008 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER-SPORT AWD

Another One Owner, Carfax, 84,000 Miles, Garaged, NonSmoker, Service Records, New Tires, Manuals, Seven Passenger, Moon-Roof, Loaded.

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2004 LEXUS RX-330 AWD

Another One Owner, Carfax, 80,014 Miles, Garaged, Non-Smoker, Service Records, New Tires, Chrome Wheels, Moon-Roof, Loaded. Soooo Beautiful, Pristine. $16,250.

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One Owner, Carfax, Records, Garaged, Non-Smoker, X-Keys, 14,710 Miles, City 53, Highway 46, Navigation, Remaining Factory Warranty. $18,950.

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PICKUP TRUCKS 2011 FORD ECONOLINE WAGON E350 Super Duty Ext XLT. 15 passenger seating. $21,000. Schedule a test drive today, 505-629-1357.

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2013 RAM 1500 Tradesman/Express Quad Cab. Only 2,219 miles! This truck is downright awesome! $25,900. Schedule a test drive today.

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2011 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 4Wheel Drive LT. Rare - try finding another one like this! 23,874 miles. $36,999. Schedule a test drive today!

2013 SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5i Premium.

31,475 miles, one owner, AWD, tons of extras. $21,900. Schedule a test drive today!

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2005 HONDA O D Y S S E Y EXL AT with Navigation and DVD. Perfect family car. $9,000. Schedule a test drive today, 505-629-1357.

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TOYOTA PICKUP 1994 121K original miles, new windshield, fiberglass shell included. Call John 505-367-0856 1994 LEXUS LS 400. We’re practically giving it away! Only $3,000!

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2004 CHEVROLET A V A L A N C H E 1500 4WD Crew Cab. $10,000.

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2011 SUBARU Legacy 2.5i Premium. Merely 18k miles! One owner clean CarFax, heated seats, AWD & 31 mpg highway! Immaculate $18,991. Call 505-216-3800.

2012 TOYOTA RAV4, 4WD, V6, 29k miles, sunroof, warranty snow tires with extra wheels, nice! $20,500. 505-699-8339

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Absolutely cherry, 87k miles.

Loaded, heated seats, moonroof, 6 CD changer, spotless inside and out. Clean title, no accidents, includes 3 month, 3,000 mile warranty.

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1995 CHEVROLET C1500 C H E Y ENNE. Lots of life left in this truck! $2,000 Schedule a test drice today, 505-629-1357.

2008 BUICK ENCLAVE FWD 4 door CXL V6. Great family vehicle. $19,000. Schedule a test drive today, 505-629-1357.

sweetmotorsales.com 2010 SUBARU Impreza 2.5i Premium. Good miles, AWD, auto, heated seats, excellent condition & the right price! $15,921. Call 505216-3800.

2011 TOYOTA AVALON LIMITED. Another 1 owner Lexus trade, only 20k miles, loaded, navigation, clean CarFax, pristine condition $25,881. Call 505-216-3800.

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2004 HONDA CR-V AUTOMATIC. 79,810 miles, manuals, extra key, service records, AWD, moonroof, new tires, DVD player. $10,500.

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