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‘Coppelia’ presented by the Ruidoso Dance EnsembleThefull-length,classictaleisaheart-warmingstoryabouttwoyoungloversandaromantictoy-makerwhothinkshehasmagicalpowers.PerformedbylocaldancersfromtheRuidosodanceensembleatthespencerTheaterforthePer-formingArts,108spencerRd.2p.m.and7p.m.1-888-818-7872,www.spencerthe-ater.com.$28.

Carrizozo Renaissance FestivalJousting,musicandmedi-evalfestivitiesinthestreetsofCarrizozo.McdonaldParkand12thstreet.9:30a.m.–5p.m.

Tea for Two orJust for YouThePresbyterianWomenofRuidososponsor“WomenofCamp Capitan”, presented bylocalhistorianandspeak-erPollye.ChavezandmusicbyLouAnnellison.Aftertheprogram,sharea“hightea”servedinthefellowshiphall.2-4p.m.Reservationsrec-ommended.575-257-2220FirstPresbyterianChurchofRuidoso,1211hullRd.Free.

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation banquetOpentoallenthusiastswhowishtoensurethefutureofelk,otherwildlifeandtheirhabitat.silentandliveauctions,gamesandrafflesalongwithdinnerattheinnoftheMountainGods.5p.m.www.rmef.org,575-354-2451.BenefitsthesierraBlancaChapterofRMeF.

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Historical Heritage Act passes House in DC

Conference energizes local businesses

Water challenges priority at Ruidoso conference

On April 17 the Sportsmen’s Heritage Act of 2012, legislation, which preserves access to hunt and fi sh on federal lands, passed the House of Representatives with bi-partisan support.

H.R. 4089 included four separate parts. Title I requires hunting and recreational shooting and fi shing to be recognized activi-ties on all Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management lands; Title II protects recre-ational shooting on National Monuments under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management; Title III amends the Marine Mammal Protection Act to allow hunters who legally harvested polar bears in Canada prior to its listing under the Endangered Species Act to purchase permits in order to transport their trophies into the U.S.; and Title IV clarifi es that the Environmental Pro-tection Agency does not have the jurisdiction to regulate traditional lead component am-munition and lead fi shing tackle

New Mexico Congressman, Steve Pearce supported the bill. “In New Mexico, hunting and fi shing are among the most popular recreational activities, and the rights of New Mexicans to utilize the land around them should be protected. Our state has

many natural treasures and valued lands placed under federal protection, and New Mexicans deserve the opportunity to re-sponsibly utilize these areas,” Pearce said. Approximately two-thirds of the geographic areas in Lincoln County consist of Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management lands and designated wilderness areas.

Safari Club International expressed its appreciation to the U.S. House of Represen-tatives for passing the Sportsmen’s Heritage Act of 2012. The legislation passed on a bipartisan vote and will now be reported the Senate for consideration.

“The Sportsmen’s Heritage Act of 2012 will preserve the rightful place of hunting, fi shing and target shooting on U.S. public lands for generations to come,” said SCI President Kevin Anderson. “Millions of Americans, including thousands of SCI Members, hunt and shoot on our nation’s public lands. By passing this legislation, Congress has helped protect our hunting heritage for the future outdoorsmen and women.”

SCI Chief Communications Offi cer Larry Rudolph asserted, “Our national heri-tage of hunting, fi shing and target shooting is

constantly under attack by eco-maniac spe-cial interests who want to lock up our public lands and prohibit recreational uses. “

Importantly, the bill also includes language to create a greater level of account-ability in monument designations made by the President. Under this legislation, Presi-dential monument declarations will require approval from the state legislature and the Governor of the state where the monument is proposed. This is an important safeguard against federal overreach, and ensures ample public input on how to best protect our natu-ral resources.

“Regulations have hampered people’s access to utilize federal lands in environmen-tally friendly ways, especially the elderly, the disabled and families with young children. H.R. 4089 will allow the public more recre-ational uses,” Pearce said.

The Sportsmen’s Heritage Act of 2012 was supported by a coalition that included Safari Club International, National Rifl e Association, the Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation, the Boone & Crockett Club, the National Shooting Sports Foundation, the U.S. Sportsmen’s Alliance, and more than 30 other hunter-conservation organizations.

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The third annual Lincoln County Re-newable Energy Conference April 19 and 20, attracted hundreds of participants with a variety of residential and commercial natural resource conservation and sustainable energy solutions.

PNM held workshops for small busi-nesses looking to reduce their energy con-sumption by offering rebates and services to electric customers to reduce the initial cost of energy effi ciency improvements and shorten the investment payback period. More than 30 Ruidoso area businesses have taken advantage of PNM’s business energy effi ciency programs.

Local businesses adapt to changeThe Ruidoso Downs Race Track and

Casino recently implemented an energy ef-fi ciency program and electricity cost savings have been about 10 percent. Racetrack elec-tricians Gary Colomon and Ron Anderson conducted an energy audit with the purpose of impacting the bottom line. “We attacked our 24-hour lighting – the casino fl oor – fi rst,” Colomon said.

The casino was a primary focus as every light in there remains on, for security pur-poses, even when the casino is closed. All of the incandescent lights in the casino were changed to LED (light emitting diode) or fl orescent, including room lighting, signage and slot machines. The neon lights, indoors and outdoors, are also being changed to LED. Moving to LED is seen as the most cost ef-

fective measure, as their life span is estimat-ed at 50,000 hours (fi ve years).

Bartz-Spencer Solar & Wind Turbine Pumping Systems is one of several business-es in Lincoln County harnessing the power of the sun and regular intervals of wind gusts into a more effi cient way of generating en-

ergy to pump water from wells.The concept for the company is the cre-

ation of Stirling Spencer, a former chemical engineer, in a partnership with his son, Bryan Bartz.

The idea is to replace the traditional

By Ty WyantFor the Ruidoso Free Press

Water issues are a major pri-ority facing our region according

to state engineer Scott Verhines, who made a presentation during the Focus on the Future: Water and Energy in Southern New

Mexico conference on Friday at the Ruidoso Convention Center.

He said New Mexico water rights are worth between $16-18

million and that total does not include value added to the water through farming and many other uses. Wa-ter, obviously, is a most critical resource.

New Mexicans need to become more educated and involved in water is-sues, according to Ver-hines.

He brought up the contentious fi ghts about water issues when he said, “We need to solve more and fi ght less.”

Verhines concluded his pre-sentation by saying true conser-vation is a major component of overall water health.

Appointed by Governor Susana Martinez (R), Verhines spoke to a variety of water issues during his 45-minute power-point presentation.

“We don’t take care of the framework … we give every-body a little money instead of making hard decisions of priori-tizing what we need to do,” he told the lunch gathering.

Verhines projected that our region has an even chance of slightly above or slightly below precipitation through August.

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Eugene Heathman/Ruidoso Free PressRuidoso Mayor Alborn reads Earth Day stories to a group of children attend-ing the annual Earth Day picnic and hoe-down held Sunday at Wingfi eld Park. Hundreds of people attended the event which featured live music, food, ven-dors, dancing and crafts celebrating global conservation awareness.

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“New Mexicans need to become more educated and involved in water issues.”– Scott Verhines,

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Tea For TwoTheeighthannual“TeaforTwoor Just for You” is scheduledforsaturdayat2p.m.The tea,sponsoredbythePresbyterianWomen of First PresbyterianChurch, is anafternoonofen-tertainmentandfellowship.The special program will fea-turethe“WomenofCampCap-itan,” presented by historianand speaker Polly e. Chavez.CampCapitanwasestablishedin1935undertheWPAfortheeducationandtrainingofhun-dreds of young girls duringthe Great depression. specialmusicwillbepresentedbyLouAnnellison.Followingtheprogram,guestsare invited to share in a hightea served in the fellowshiphall. space is limited, so res-ervations are recommended.Costperpersonis$10.Formoreinformation,call257-2220 or 257-1142. Proceedswill be donated to C.O.P.e., anon-profit organization thatprovides for non-residentialvictimsofdomesticviolenceinLincolnCounty.

Piñon potteryVickiConleywillhostamosaictiled flower pot workshop atPiñonPotterysundayfrom1-4p.m.Cost is$20andcoversallmaterials. All proceeds go tothe episcopal Church in Lin-coln County’s outreach fund.Toreserveaspace,[email protected].

Capitan forumRepublicanprimarycandidateswill be at Capitan Village hallMay1from6:30p.m.forques-tions from the public. Candi-dates to appear are Preston stone and Karyl Williams forLincoln County Commission,sterling spencer and douglasFuquaforProbateJudge,stateRepresentative Nora espinoza,state senator Aubry dunn,and sheriff candidates Robertsheppard,MineradavalosandMiguelGarcia.

Hospice fundraiserThe annual Ruidoso hospiceFoundation fundraiser is com-ingtotheFlyingJRanch,May5. The event features a chuckwagon supper, silent auctionwith items donated by localbusinesses and artists, and anOldWeststageshowwithmu-sicbytheFlyingJperformers.doorsopenat6p.m.,andpro-ceeds provide end-of-life carefor qualified Lincoln Countyresidents.TicketsareonsaleatTheWildherb,RuidosoCham-ber of Commerce, PrestigeCabinets and Ruidoso homeCare & hospice. Call 258-0028for more information. Cost is$25 per adult, $15 for kids 12andunder.

Alpine district meetThe Alpine Village Water andsanitation district’s regularmonthly meeting is May 7 at4p.m. inthedistrict’sbuildingat 114 Alpine Meadows Trail.Agendas are available at least24hourspriortomeetingtime.

Summer mealsTheBoys&GirlsClubofsierraBlanca plans to increase thenumber of meals that wereserved last year as the Commu-nity Youth Center Warehouse.More than 13,000meals wereserved to youth throughoutLincoln County, and club ex-ecutive director Tim Coughlinwants to increase both thenumberofsitesandtotalnum-berofmealsservedin2012.There is no income require-mentforayouthtoparticipatein the program, only that theyouthbebetweentheagesof5 and 18. For more informa-tion,callCoughlinat575-8080-8338,orvisittheclub’swebsiteatwww.bgcsierraBlanca.org.

Helping enrich HondoThanks to a grant throughdreyers’ Fruit Bars and theFruit Tree Planting Founda-

tion’s“CommunitiesTakeRoot”program, residents can votetobring a fruit orchard to thehondoCommunityGarden.Thegardenwasselected fromhundreds of applications na-tionwideasoneofthepossiblesites for an orchard providedbydreyers, but now it’s up toresidents to make it a realitybyvisitingwww.Communities-TakeRoot.com to support theplanting of this orchard. Youcanvoteonceaday,everyday,throughAug.29.Only thetop17 locations with the mostvoteswillgetthisopportunity.The hondo Community Gar-den ispart of the Lincoln andOtero Countyhealthy Life ini-tiative, a group of public andprivate agencies and localgardeners, supported by theu.s.Forestservice.in2011,theprogramintroducedmorethan300 students to methods forcultivating a diverse, organicfoodgarden.Learnmoreaboutthe healthy Life initiative byvisitingtheNMAC’swebsiteatwww.nmhealthykids.org.

Free transportationFreetransportationisavailablein Ruidoso for senior citizensaged 60 years and older. Fordetails or to request transpor-tationservices,pleasecalloneday in advance. This serviceis provided Monday throughFriday for local transportationonly. Contact the Ruidoso se-niorCenterat257-4565.

Low-cost yogaA low-cost community yogaclass for beginners and inter-mediate students is held every Friday from 5:30-7 p.m. at theBlueLotushealingArtsCenter,2810 sudderth in room 207above schlotzsky’s. The classincludes strength and flexibil-ity postures, restorative poses,

meditation and aromathera-phy finale. Room temperatureiswarm,sowearlayeredcloth-ingandbringwater.Matsandprops are provided. Call Mari-anneMohrat575-802-3013formoreinformation.

American Legion Post 79 – Je-romed.KleinPost,meetsonthethirdsaturdayofeachmonthatthe American Legion buildinglocatedatthesoutheastcornerofspringRoadandhighway70at11a.m.Formoreinformation,or to join, call Vic Currier, PostAdjutant,at802-5293.

The Arid Group of Alcohol-icsAnonymousmeets at 1216Mechem at 7:30 a.m., noonand5:15p.m.daily;Thursdaysat6:30p.m. andsaturdayandsunday at 7p.m.There is alsoa Monday 6:30 p.m. women’sopen meeting and beginnersand young peoples’ big bookstudyFridaysat7p.m.

The Sunny Spirit Group ofAlcoholics Anonymous meetsMondayandThursdayatnoonand Friday at 5:30 p.m., whilethe women’s group meetsWednesdays at noon in theparish hall of the episcopalChurch of the holy Mount at121MescaleroTrail.

Al Anon of Ruidoso–forfam-ily members of alcoholics –meetat1216Mechemdr.Tues-daysat6:30p.m.andsaturdaysat10:30a.m.Formoreinforma-tion,call258-8885.

Altrusa Club of Ruidoso meets at 5 p.m. on the thirdTuesday of themonth at FirstChristian Church, 1211 hullRoad. Altrusa international ofRuidoso was established in1970andit’slongrunningAn-nual Low Cost Mammogram

Program was established in1988. some of the organiza-tions Altrusa supports are the local food bank, women’sshelter, humane society andothers. One of Altrusa’s focusison literacy, in that theypro-vide scholarships to men andwomen returning to college,booksthreetimesayeartothechildreninthelocalheadstartprogramsanddonationstotheLiteracyCouncil.ifyouthinkanorganization like Altrusa maybeagoodfitforyourvolunteerefforts, contact membershipchairJudyGriffinat937-5437.

The Carrizozo Roadrun-ners Chapter of the LincolnCounty extension AssociationmeetingsareheldonthethirdThursday of everymonth at 1p.m.attheOteroCountyelec-tric Cooperative communityroomon12thstreetinCarrizo-zo.Chaptermeetingsareopentoanyoneinterested.Formoreinformation, call Barbara Van-Gorderat575-648-9805ordo-risCherryat354-2673.

The Democratic Women ofthe sacramento MountainArea meet the third Saturday ofeachmonthat11:30a.m.Formore information, visit www.dwsma.org.

The Federated Republican Women of Lincoln Countymeet the fourth Monday ofeachmonth atCreeMeadowsCountryClubat11:30a.m.Formore information, call 257-4160 or visit www.frw.rplcnm.org

The Federated Woman’s Club of Ruidoso, supporting com-munity service organizationsand providing scholarships,meets Mondays at 11 a.m. at116s.evergreendr.Apotluck

lunch at noon is followed bybridgeandothercardgames.A special program is also pre-sented most months. ThegroupandhostsYogaWednes-days.Fortimesorfurtherinfor-mation,call257-2309.

Firefi ghters for Christ meet monthly at the Ruidoso Downs RacetrackChapelat7p.m.Thisservice is open to firefightersandtheirfamilies.Formorein-formation,call258-4682.

Inspired Living at sanctuaryontheRiverisheldeveryweekfrom Tuesday through Thurs-day with various disciplinesoffered.Tuesday– iyengarYoga in theconservatory, intermediate 10a.m.-noon,gentle4-5p.m.,be-ginner/mixed5:30-7p.m.

Wednesday –Tai Chi.developbalance, flexibility and move-ment,10-11a.m.Thursday –Qi Gong. Cultivateenergy, strength and health,10-11a.m.Also on Thursday, music andlunchwithTomTomandFriends,noon-1:30p.m.Formore infor-mation,call630-1111.

The Kiwanis Club of Ruidosomeets every Tuesday at noon atK-Bobs.

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What happens in the ladies’ room stays in the ladies’ room

Huge differences exist between women and men. This is news to some of you. Really. And some enormous differences are located right behind the little blue placard with a skirt. This was reaffi rmed to me recently at a Lincoln County event which shall remain nameless.

Women are notorious for several restroom eti-quettes, none of which are biological. This column may become research for men, and for women, validation. I’ve noticed these differences throughout my fi fty-plus years of visiting the room. It’s time for the world to know.

Women go to the restroom in clumps. Where men simply duck out of a conver-sation and head to the head, women ask every other woman present if any of them need a restroom break and want to go with. (I fi nd this amazing.) It’s truly a so-cial event. Chatting occurs. Problems are solved. Friendships are formed. Through-out the entire trip to, in and from the restroom entire lives are either affi rmed or ripped to shreds.

Ladies must also stand in restroom lines far more frequently than men. Men consider the restroom a place of business, women consider it everything else. Lines, at times, form outside the ladies’ restroom and follow the nearest wall. If there were refl ective signs in women’s restrooms de-manding silence, I wonder if the line issue would trickle down.

Women also notice things like: did I hear a fl ush from that stall? Did she wash her hands? Just how many kids are in

that stall with that poor lady? We think a multitude of thoughts while line-standing.

I was in a LC rest-room a few weeks ago, and someone I admire was also there. We were conducting business, yet being social as well. We’re women. We multi-task. I chatted, she chatted back. And then, she wanted to tell me something private

and as she was exiting the restroom, came back in. She shut the door, said

what she wanted to say in a low voice, and then exited. What she told me made my day. Yep, in the ladies’ room.

And then I realized: this ladies’ room communication thing just might be the ticket! Why not conduct counseling ses-sions, summits, and negotiations in the restroom? Think of the benefi ts: time limits; sinks, mirrors and paper towels for washing faces after sobbing; stalls for pri-vacy should negotiations become tedious. I think all politicians and psychologists should have a large restroom built into their offi ces.

Men have their own restroom issues, I’m told. This column won’t address them. For obvious reasons. But this insightful article may have the capacity to transform lives and bring peace to all LC homes.

For now, just remember: what hap-pens in the ladies’ room stays in the ladies’ room. Unless you’re a columnist.

Sue Hutchison, thinking that Mars/Venus has nothing on restroom negotiations, may be reached at [email protected].

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ObituariesJames R. Miller II

James R. Miller II, a resident of Ruidoso, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side, on April 10. Jim was a wonderful father to his three chil-dren; Jim, Trish and Madison. His pres-ence will always be missed. In life, Jim dedicated his time to mentoring and fos-tering at-risk children. He acted as Board Chairman of the NM Child Abuse and Neglect Citizen Review Board, Lincoln County, and worked as a Treatment Foster Care Parent for Mesilla Valley Hospital and Family Pride Foundation.

Jim was born Sept. 20, 1950, in Portales. He attended Lee High School, in Midland, Texas, and went onto study at Rice University in Houston, on a football scholarship.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents: J.W. and Patri-cia Miller and J.R. and Gertrude Miller; his uncle, Forrest Miller; aunts, Loredo McKinney and Evelyn Dorothy Miller and his nephew, Tony R. Conley, Jr. He is

survived by his wife, Cheryl; son, James Robert Miller III; two daughters, Patricia Evelyn-Elaine and Madison Lillian-Grace Miller; brother, John W. Miller; sisters, Patricia Ann Conley, and Ann Elizabeth Miller; and many cherished cousins, nieces, nephews, in-laws, and numerous life-long friends who loved him dearly. He will always be remembered for his wonderful intellect, his tremendous sense of humor, and his kind and gentle spirit. A memorial in his honor will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 5 at the Washing-ton Ranch Headquarters, 18 Rattlesnake Springs Road, located fi ve miles south of White’s City, N.M.

Ralph DunlapA memorial service was held for

Ralph Dunlap, 1927-2012, April 21 at the Lincoln County Fairgrounds in Capitan. In the last years of his life, Ralph spent his time talking to the many visitors that stopped by his shop in Lincoln. They all listened attentively while he discussed the way things were done in Lincoln in the “old days.”

His service to the Lincoln County community starts back in early 1952 when he was a county extension agent and later as a Lincoln County commissioner among many other community service organiza-tions over the next four decades. He and Rosalie were active in the Lincoln County Republican Party and the Federated Re-publican Women.

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Sapien scienceTo the Editor:

I am a scientist. I have learned to ask questions and to know and to find out. This remains so even if one gets old. I came to the United States because I was asked to come and work as a scientist.

In January 1961 when I arrived I at-tended a lecture by Dr. Rodger Revelle. At the time Dr. Revelle was the director of the largest institute of oceanography in the world. He reported about the findings he and his colleagues had made during a research cruise in the Indian and Pacific oceans. One of the most alarming facts they reported was the

uptake of carbon dioxide by the phyto-plankton coordinated with the increase in temperature on our globe. The term “global warming” had not been invented yet. There is also the terra firma, the continents, with their rain forests which take up carbon dioxide; but the territory they encompass is too small and dimin-ishes daily.

I was surprised that these facts were not immediately picked up by the press at the time. Of course, those who are a little familiar with geology and the climatic history globe know that there were ice ages as well as periods of higher temperatures over the millions of years of history. As far as we know these

were usually produced by super volcanic events or the collisions with things from space like large asteroids. These events are somewhat time limited.

Here we have now a rather short increase of carbon dioxide. And that is still increasing alarmingly! Where does this stuff come from? It started one and a half centuries ago. Historically, it coincides with the beginning of the industrial change in our society. We, the people, are responsible for that; and that is scary. It is not a cataclysmic event but a slow growing malignancy.

We define our species as “sapiens.” Is it somehow possible to employ our wisdom? One does not have to be a politician to find an answer, but finding the answer requires political courage. The only courage I see in our local and global thinking and doing is the pres-ent Obama administration. It may be a difficult undertaking to have a change in our present “oxidative” energy produc-tion but it will be necessary and it will not only be the global warming, we may have to look at our supply of oxygen as well. We may have to look at time periods of millenniums. Perhaps Homo sapiens will not exist then?

Dr. Bernhard E.F. ReimannCapitan

To the Editor:The following are excerpts from a

letter that I sent to the Deputy Secretary of the New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department, Edna Reyes-Wilson:

As a 26-year resident of Lincoln County, N.M., I strongly oppose the reopening of the juvenile offender camp west of Fort Stanton, N.M., because Lincoln County doesn’t provide a proper environment for our youth. In fact, the vast majority of our adults, including our politician and judges, are sending the wrong message to our youth by glorifying or silently condoning the glo-rification of Billy the Kid and outlawry, including murder. And we wonder why Lincoln County has a juvenile delinquency, including a gang (e.g. the Norteno and the Sureno street gangs) problem.

How would you feel if a killer was glorified… after he murdered one of your kith or kin?

We adults must set a proper example for our youth by touting lawful instead of unlawful behavior!

Be an advocate for our youth! Remember, New Mexico is pathetically ranked, by the Kids Count organiza-tions, as our nation’s fifth-worst state in which to raise children.

Franklin L. BorenTinnie

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Ruidoso Free Press retracts the statement that Jay McKittrick is an attorney at law as written in the article “Citizens want stronger voice at public meetings” printed April 17.

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By Eugene [email protected]

Another general election is upon us and there are some mighty big changes on the horizon for Lincoln County voters to decide upon with plenty of new faces in town as a result of the new redistricting boundaries.

Unfortunately, most of the new faces campaigning through these parts don’t even live in Lincoln County and the local primary tickets are once again void of ANY challengers from the Democrat Party. Once again – as in the last general election, county commission seats will be “all but the victory lap” decided in the June primary. Whoever wins in the 2012 primary race which is all Republican, can pretty much announce themselves as “commissioners-elect.”

The Chairman of the Lincoln County Democrat Party stated that only 27 percent of registered voters in Lincoln County are Democrats as the reason for not putting anyone in the race. That’s a pretty feeble excuse to not play ball in the spirit of chal-lenge, diversity and now relatively few choices in what the founding fathers of this country intended while crafting the election process.

In sports, this is known as a forfeit; a team refusing to play, or if a side does not show up. However, horse racing rewards competitors with Win, Place and Show standings. This means

that although the participant may not win, or get second place for that mat-ter, the effort is recognized as a worthy accomplishment for competing, sometimes against all odds. Although against all-odds; Corrine Haley is the ONLY non- Republican or indepen-dent to step up to the plate and at least swing at some pitches.

The Ruidoso Free Press has published, almost weekly during the past several months, detailed coverage regarding state senate redistricting. Since the time that the State Supreme Court ratified the new boundaries of District 39 to include Bernalillo, Lin-coln, San Miguel, Santa Fe, Torrance and Valencia counties; candidates from north of I-40, specifically of the Fanta Se… I mean, Santa Fe contingent have swarmed into Lincoln County for their ‘obligatory’ campaign whistle stops. They were ready and are pouncing at the opportunity for a few hip pocket votes from Lincoln County for the price of some gas and a few lunch tick-ets. It is quite likely; Lincoln County will be represented in the State Senate by someone who visits Lincoln County almost as often as we visit Fanta Se… I mean Santa Fe for Ruidoso Day. All are Democrats except Aubrey Dunn, Jr., a local Republican, outnumbered and against the odds who has at least shown up to play ball.

It’s better to play and lose than to forfeit and complain from the side-lines.

Win, place or… forfeit


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windmill that is used to pump water into water tanks for livestock to drink from with a combination of solar panels that track the sun’s movements and the imple-mentation of a more modern wind turbine.

Spencer said that a slow cattle busi-ness since 1996 was the motivating factor behind the company. “We’ve had a lot of experience working on windmills and wells,” he said. “We use those compo-nents all the time in our business.” Most of the solar and wind turbine generators that he has installed have mostly been in residential and rural areas, where most cattle and other livestock roam, though he mentioned that his company would soon get into installing the system in commer-cial businesses.

Renewable energy workforce and education funds available

The “clean” or “green” economy is an important element of New Mexico’s emerging economy and will provide op-portunity for workers at all levels of the

income and skills distributions.According to John Hemphill of

the One-Stop Career Center in Lincoln County, “Renewable energy job train-ing resources have been allocated to our region through the New Mexico State Energy Sector Partnership (SESP). These funds will allow for area residents to obtain training in all four sectors of the re-newable energy industry in New Mexico.” The courses will be offered at little or no cost to workforce development trainees.

Employment opportunities in the New Mexico renewable energy fi eld are divided into four sectors; biofuel, green building/energy effi ciency, solar and wind industries. The goal of the SESP through the NM Department of Workforce Solu-tions is to train and employ at least 1,600 workers by the end of 2013.

“We are very pleased to have the abil-ity to offer the Lincoln County workforce an opportunity to step up and into renew-able energy careers in New Mexico,” Hemphill said.

Photo courtesy of Sandi AguilarKeep Ruidoso Beautiful held its annual Bank Challenge Clean Up on Satur-day, April 21. More than 95 volunteers, including Ruidoso Mayor Alborn, Ruidoso Downs Mayor Williams, Village Manager Debi Lee and Police Chief Magill, gathered to pick up trash throughout Ruidoso. More than 250 bags of trash were collected by City Bank, Southwest Securities, Washington Mutual, Wells Fargo and First National. Rotary and the Boys & Girls Club also volunteered. City Bank won the challenge collecting over 70 bags.

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BusinessCOPE cashes in with inaugural Casino Gala

County commissioners get down to business

By Ingrid Fowler

The Center of Protective Environment, Inc. (COPE) hosted its 1st Annual Casino Gala on the evening of Friday, April 13 at the Swiss Bar and Grill of the Swiss Chalet Inn. Those in attendance played blackjack and roulette, bid on silent and live auction items, and enjoyed good food, good music and good company. COPE’s Lincoln County Advisory Board spearheaded this event to support the nonresidential services provided by COPE for survivors of domestic violence and their children at its offi ce at 1204 Mechem, Suite 12. “This is the fi rst time we have done anything like this event,” said Kay Gomo-lak, COPE’s Executive Director, “and our fi gures are still preliminary but we believe we netted $9,000.”

Twenty-fi ve live auction items included outstanding artwork from local artists, gift certifi cates for lodging, golf lessons, rounds of golf, “a day at the races,” Spencer Theater tickets, and a beautiful basket of wine and food items that was donated by the Spencer Theater ushers. In all, $3,000 was raised from the live auction which was conducted by Perry Champion with able assistance from COPE’s Advisory Board members.

The silent auction featured more than 100 items, including artwork, jewelry, gift certifi cates and unique items donated by local businesses and individual artisans.

The silent auction was held on the top fl oor of the Swiss Bar and Grill, and those who went up to bid on the silent auction items also enjoyed a magnifi cent view of the mountains. On the main fl oor, more than 150 people enjoyed the music of Susan Kolb, hors d’oeuvres, and played Blackjack and roulette throughout the evening.

“We want to thank everyone who donated items and volunteered their time to help with this event,” said Mike Mauldin, chairman of COPE’s Advisory Council in Lincoln County. “Our efforts will help to keep a vital service in our community alive for those who need it.” Since 2002 COPE has provided domestic violence services to survivors of domestic violence and their children, reaching more than 200 people each year. In addition to counseling, advo-cacy and legal services for domestic violence survivors and their children, COPE operates the only state certi-

fi ed 52-week program for domestic violence offenders in Lincoln County.

By Sue [email protected] center bondrefi nancing public hearing

After signifi cant discussion and with a unanimous vote, commissioners proceed-ed with the next step in refi nancing bonds for the detention center which originated in 2002.

Step one was initiated at the February commission meeting, adopting a refund-ing option for the Lincoln County Deten-tion Center that would reduce interest rates from 5.06 percent to 3.02 percent, saving the County nearly $1 million over the life of the debt. The maturity of the debt would be reduced from 2030 to 2026.

Step two, the adoption of an Intent Resolution Allowing Publication of the Notice of Meeting and Intent to Adopt Ordinance for the Refunding Option for the detention center was accomplished at the March Commission meeting.

Step three took place at this meeting at a public hearing, the offi cial adoption of Ordinance 2012-02 which defi nes param-

eters for the Bond Ordinance. The county treasurer and manager have the authority to enter into agreements with Modrall Firm as bond counsel, and First American Financial Advisors, Inc., and RBC Dain Rauscher as underwriters.

A “special limited obligation bond” is typical in cases like Lincoln County’s ac-cording to Chris Muirhead of the Modrall Firm. He states it allows refi nancing to occur. Interest rates and county rating will be presented in May with a target of June 1 for refunding/refi nancing.

County to change towersNita Taylor, country manager reported

from the Smokey Bear Ranger District Report a rejection of the county’s request to add another radio tower to Buck Moun-tain for the county’s use. Citing the fact that Holloman Air Force Base is request-ing installation of a taller tower, Lincoln County can choose to share their space.

“Once Holloman’s tower is erected, we’ll move our equipment to their tower and will link us into their system without delay,” stated Travis Atwell, Emergency Services Director.

Taylor asked if our current contract noted fi nes that would be levied should

the county move tenancy before the end of the contract. Atwell indicated the county most likely needed to give 30 days’ notice.

Commissioner Kathryn Minter asked about current ordinances which indicated mandatory inspections, and Atwell respond-ed the ordinances related to safety issues.

Orio Fire reportEddie Tudor and Atwell reported on

the Orio Fire (named in memory of Jack Orio, volunteer fi refi ghter), which burned approximately 830 acres east of Capi-tan on April 1. Several fi re crews were dispatched. The Incident Status Summary provided by State Forestry reported the fi re began around 4 p.m. and was fully contained April 4 at approximately 6 p.m.

Cost of fi ghting the Orio fi re is estimated to be $60,000. An air tanker, previously ordered for Mescalero was in the area and assisted in containment. At-well reported there are only 11 air tanker planes nationwide in use currently, and are sourced from Boise, Idaho.

Commissioner Jackie Powell re-marked about the endangered species sta-tus claims which may impede fi refi ghters by limiting access; however no structure threat was present.

The fi nal incident report lists equip-ment use as the general cause of the Orio Fire.

Lodger’s tax activities andapplications

Commissioner Kathryn Minter op-poses giving any money to events at the Inn of the Mountain Gods, stating events held there should apply for Otero County assistance. She was outvoted by three to one and commissioners voted to fund $5,000 for advertising at the Golden Aspen Motorcycle Rally, stating the event brings in millions of tourist dollars to Lincoln County.

Minter also opposed funding $1,000 for the annual Christmas Jubilee, and op-posed the request for $2,500 for advertis-ing in New Mexico and Texas for Tour de Ruidoso Bike Race. Both passed with Battin, Doth, and Powell voting for and Minter voting against.

Other Lodger’s Tax applications fund-ed were: $3,500 for Ski Apache’s Disabled Skier Program; $1,000 for Ruidoso Sprint Kids’s Triathalon; $800 for Alto Artist Stu-dio Tour; $1,500 for Porto Potties Adver-tising; $4,000 for Aspencash Motorcycle Rally and $1,575 for Zia Rides.

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In October 2010, Heathman plunged into a local multi-media and news reporting posi-tion with MTD Media, The Ruidoso Free Press. In August of 2011, Heathman became the managing editor for the Ruidoso Free Press.

Heathman is a member of The Ruidoso/Lincoln County Association of Realtors, Ru-idoso Gun Club, and President of the Ruidoso Valley Economic Development Corporation.

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La Fave was born in Carrizozo in the old hospital run by Dr. Paul Turner and Dr. A.N. Spencer. “My birthday was November 24 as was Dr. Turner’s so he was asking my mother to hurry through the delivery because he was missing his birthday party,” La Fave said. His stepfather was in the armed services and was transferred to Germany so he and his broth-

ers had to change their name to La Fave from their birth name, Martinez. “While living in Germany on the out-skirts of Mannheim, I learned to swim in the Rhine River. We returned to Carrizozo where I graduated from Car-rizozo High School in 1967. I worked for the local newspaper for eight years and learned how to set type, work in the dark-room and operate the printing presses,” La Fave said. La Fave then moved to Albuquerque where he worked for a printing company for six years. La Fave returned to Carrizozo and was employed in the Assessor’s

offi ce for eight years, then left there to work for Jete and Pat Voss at Lincoln County Abstract Company doing title searches and abstracts.

After fi ve years La Fave returned to the As-sessor’s Offi ce and where he pursued a career as a GIS mapper for Lincoln County, retiring af-ter twenty years of service. La Fave is currently employed part-time at Superior Title Company performing title searches and examination.

La Fave served as Carrizozo Town Trustee for six plus years and have been a member of the Carrizozo Volunteer Fire Department for twenty years. La Fave also served as the department secretary earning twenty years of service. La Fave continues to serve the com-munity in that capacity and is honored to be a part of this year’s Leadership Lincoln program.

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Rule Four: Stay close to revenue-generating functions.

Selling is the lifeblood of every organization. If products or services aren’t sold, it doesn’t matter how well you fashion the product, or perform operational or administrative functions. The harsh reality is that your boss has to worry about revenue, and so as an aspiring entrepreneur – so do you! If you are operating a business, you understand this better than most. At the end of the day, “goodwill” does not pay the rent or utility bill. Whether you are an employee or seeking employment or starting a business, position yourself to understand that your every action and decision must contribute to revenue generation. In this way, you will put yourself in the “can do” group, poised for success in your client’s or boss’ eyes – or to do what it takes to succeed in your own enterprise.

I am not advocating that everyone takes a “sales job”, but in reality all functions can contribute to positively affect the ability to generate revenue. Entrepreneurs understand this and contribute individually or lead their teams to contribute to the primary revenue goals of the enterprise. They do not allow themselves to be swayed from this singular objective – even when given contrary assign-ments. Has this happened to you: your boss gives you “another assignment” and you think “how the heck am I to do this and my real job?” Or an emergency oc-

curs in your own business drawing you from your revenue activities?

This is the crux of the matter: the boss (or your enterprise) does require you to do two things at once (or four). A successful entrepreneur can stay on the beam of the primary objective (revenue) and do some due diligence on secondary assignments (being a “team player”). Next week we continue to highlight

ways to manage confl icting priorities while staying focused on revenue (and keeping your sanity).

Marianne Mohr is a retired investor and business con-sultant from Southern California and currently Advertis-ing Director at MTD Media. Reach her at 575-937-4015 or [email protected].

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♦ Take time to think before responding ♦ Think ROI♦ Speak ROI♦ Be quiet♦ Don’t frequent company lunches and parties♦ Success is more important than popularity♦ Be terribly serious about results♦ Be relaxed about other things♦ Keep your focus on those things in your control♦ Keep your inbox empty♦ Don’t read magazines at work♦ Use a daily planner♦ Momentum is more important than perfection; don’t get bogged down with minutiae♦ 75-80 percent is good enough♦ Learn the Internet and use it♦ When it’s really important, walk down the hall or use the phone – not email.

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The Nest would like to extend a very special thank you to the employees of the Ruidoso Sud-derth branch of BBVA Compass Bank. Thank you for choosing the Nest as your non-profi t organiza-tion for the month of April. We appreciate your continued support of the Nest!

Money Smart triple-header at theRuidoso Public Library

During this “Week to Wise Up” the library will host several local experts sharing advice on how to handle your money. We believe Benjamin Frank-lin’s fi nancial wisdom lives on, and this is just one week to highlight how we can all help each other.

Wednesday, April 25, from 4 - 5 p.m., join Mar-sha Palmer of Lincoln County’s Extension Offi ce for the “Power of Prevention.” She shares diet and exercise plans that combat chronic diseases.

Thursday, April 26, 4 - 5 p.m., Rachel Weber and Stephanie Gillespie of the local Workforce So-lutions Offi ce look at your budget and describe how you can get a better job to improve your fi nances.

Friday, April 27, from 10 - 11 a.m., Rob Turner of First National Bank will present information on how a bank can help you reach your fi nancial goals.

Ruidoso Public Library is located at 107 Kansas City Road, Ruidoso. Library hours are: Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. http://www.youseemore.com/ruidosopl/ or http://ruidosopublicli-brary.blogspot.com.

FHA to tighten buyer responsibilitiesDaily Real Estate News

The Federal Housing Administration announced that starting April 1 it will not insure mortgages to borrowers who have an ongoing credit dispute of $1,000 or more on their fi le.

To be considered for an FHA-backed loan, borrowers will either have to pay the remaining balance on the credit dispute or enter into a payment plan, making at least three payments on it. Any payment plans will need to be documented and submitted to FHA, which will then fi gure it into the debt-to-income ratio for the new mortgage.

FHA’s new rule does not include disputed credit accounts from more than two years ago or any related to reported identity theft.

Still, the new rule has some in the housing industry worried that it’s going to keep more potential home buyers from securing a mortgage.

“We expect this revision will certainly kick some buyers out of the marketplace, and we’re in ongoing efforts to quantify how extreme the impact will be,” Lisa Jackson, senior vice president of research at John Burns Real Estate Consulting, told HousingWire.

Jeremy Radack, a real estate attorney in Houston who assists with fi nancing, estimated FHA originations may be reduced by 33 percent to 50 percent this year due to the new rule.

FHA says the rule is aimed at protecting the FHA’s emergency fund, which has fallen below the mandated amount Congress requires.

“We found that many borrowers with mortgage pay-ment delinquencies had prior credit defi ciencies includ-ing unpaid collections and unresolved disputed accounts prior to the approval of their loan,” the spokesman said. “This change was made to eliminate this layer of risk to FHA-insured loans and help protect our insurance fund.”

Also in reimbursing the emergency fund, FHA an-nounced it would raise its insurance premiums starting April 1.

Leadership Lincoln seeking applicantsfor 2012-13

Student enrollment applications for the eleventh class of Leadership Lincoln are available now and due by May 21. To apply to the 2012-2013 Leadership Lincoln pro-gram, go to www.ruidosofreepress.com for an application. Submit your completed application to: leadershiplincol-

[email protected], or by mail to PO Box 2731, Ruidoso, NM 88355.

The Leadership Lincoln student class will be selected in June 2012 and sessions will begin on the second Thursday of every month from September 2012 through May of 2013.

More than 100 Lincoln County and Mescalero Apache Res-ervation residents have graduated from the program in the fi rst 10 years of the program.

Leadership Lincoln is one of more than 2,000 nationwide programs designed to develop emerging leaders. The mission of Leadership Lincoln is to identify, enlighten, encourage, and retain leaders of diverse backgrounds, occupations, and cul-tures for the purpose of enhancing the quality of leadership in our communities. The program exposes leaders to the realities, problems, and opportunities of Lincoln County, the Mescalero Apache Reservation and, in general, southeastern New Mexico.

The Leadership Lincoln program includes: group dynam-ics and methods used to promote teamwork in any commu-nity; identifi cation and observation of special interest groups; how the region is affected by and contributes to national and international trends; how a strong vision can be created; methods of identifying and soliciting resources for assistance; methods of dealing with public opinion and the media; vital issues impacting our area; avenues to promote networking; and leadership skills development.

Graduates of Leadership Lincoln are expected to assume active roles as Leadership Lincoln alumni by attending alumni activities and supporting Leadership Lincoln endeavors.

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Ribbon Cutting for Capitan Women’s Club

Courtesy photoCapitan Women’s Club President Jill Schmitz cut the ribbon at their open house on April 20 located at 103 W. 2nd Street. Join-ing her are members of the Capitan Women’s Club and the Ru-idoso Valley Greeters. The club’s mission is to improve the com-munity by enhancing the lives of children through volunteer service. Interested in joining? Contact Jill Schmitz at 354-0402.


EducationEarth Day should not be the

only day we recycle, reuse, practice conservation and teach people to be more aware of the fragile environ-ment where we live. The Library held a story time in Wingfi eld Park Sunday at the Earth Day Picnic and Hoedown. Thanks to Sean Parker, Gloria Sayers, Andrea Reed, Mayor Alborn, Debi Lee, Laura Eisenberg, Lynn Crawford and Rifl e Salas for entertaining chil-dren and adults and promoting reading.

Here are some of the stories that we shared in the park:

“Whales Passing” by Eve Bunting reminded me of the more than 10,000 gray whales that migrated between Hawaii and Alaska passing the Oregon

coast twice a year. I never actually saw a whale in Oregon, but the newspapers always would high-light the migration and point out the best places and times. It was suggested to me that Depot Bay, Ore. was a place to view the lazy whales who chose not to make the full trip north and would spend the summer there because the feeding was plentiful.

“Someday a Tree” also by Eve Bunting is a story of hope. A tree is dying and when efforts to save it fail, Alice realizes we must act and continue planting new trees for the future.

“Everyday is Earth Day” by Kathy Ross is a resource book on recycling, reusing, conserving and creative ways to do arts and crafts.

“Let’s Celebrate Earth Day” by Connie and Peter Roop chronicles the founding of Earth Day and an introduction to nature and how we must live as a part of the complex ecosystem.

“The Story of the Frog Belly Rat Bone” is a creative look at planting a garden and the lasting friendship that can be created from a community working together.

“Dancing Deer and the Foolish Hunter” by Elisa Klevin is a tale of man’s attempt to tame na-ture and control his environment when he should be striving to live in harmony with nature.

The recent release of the movie “The Lorax” made this story a favorite at Earth Day – again a cautionary tale of neglect and mishandling our liv-ing in harmony with our surroundings.

Johnny Appleseed is an American Folk leg-end about John Chapman who walked across the northeastern United States promoting the planting of trees. Disney has a cartoon called “American Legends” that includes Johnny Appleseed, Paul Bunyan, and John Henry and wonderful animation and songs. The book, “Johnny Appleseed,” is also available in Spanish.

“Wilson’s World” is a creative child painting how he wishes the world could be. A thinly dis-guised creation story – it reminded me of a collec-tion I read years ago about how the creation myth exists in almost every culture and country of the world each telling how the world began. Earth Day is a reminder that we have lost our way and need to protect the environment because we are all from the same matter and chemistry and how we treat the Earth effects each and every one of us.

By Bea Etta Harris, Ed.D.Superintendent

An RMSD committee met to review the contractor proposals for the White Mountain Elementary playground and completing the Ru-idoso Middle School site. For each site, four proposals met the deadline and met all the criteria for review.

It was a tedious but exciting day to review the proposals and score each one. After scoring the propos-als, the price proposal was opened. When all the scores and the price were entered in the formula (pro-vided by the Public School Facilities Authority), Wooten Construction from Las Cruces was awarded the contract for both sites.

The Award Letter has been sent to Wooten, and we expect work at both sites to begin May 29, the day after Memorial Day. In the next few weeks, materials will be ordered and there will be delivery of some materials so you may see some work happening before May 29.

We anticipate the WME play-ground will be completed before the fi rst day of school in August. The RMS work is more extensive

and some of the work will be completed before the fi rst day of school; specifi cally, we have requested that the road up to the school will be altered, and the land-scaping in front of the building will be completed by the fi rst day of school. The early completion re-quests for RMS were determined by what needs to be done so traffi c can fl ow the fi rst day. The work behind the school, at each end of the school, and on the playfi eld will not inter-rupt traffi c and pedestrian fl ow after school begins. We are anxious for the entire project to be completed, but understand the complexity of the RMS project will require many subcontractors and a great deal of coordination.

Morrow Reardon Wilkinson Miller, Ltd. Landscape Architects will be monitoring the work on both WME and RMS in the coming months.

ASA Architects have been working with the District on the demolition at the old middle school, the roofi ng project at Hor-ton Complex, and the retaining wall project at Horton Field. They have begun meeting with the high school science teachers regarding the remodel of the Science Wing. Those plans should be

fi nished by early fall, then out to bid, and construction may begin as early as January 2013.

ASA will begin this fall work-ing with Nob Hill and SVP teachers planning the move of the Pre-K stu-dents to the SVP site. The architec-tural planning will happen next year in preparation for the 2015 GOBond election.

All these projects are made pos-sible because this great community passed the GOBond proposal in 2011! Thank you for your commit-ment to keeping our facilities in top-notch condition.

RMS GOBond projects moving alongBy Corey Bard

Bea Harris

Learning history by immersionBy Jack Shuster

One of the best ways to learn history is to im-merse yourself in it. That’s what Jason Everitt is doing. Everitt, a teacher at Dexter High School in Dexter, N.M. is bringing 40 students and three adults to historic Fort Stanton State Monument for a guided tour on April 27.

Few sites in the nation encompass the breadth of history seen at the Fort Stanton State Monument, the best preserved fort in New Mexico. A must-see at-traction, Fort Stanton State Monument is in Lincoln County, nestled on Highway 220 that bisects the Billy the Kid Scenic Byway. New Mexico’s newest State Monument features more than 155 years of southwest-ern history ranging from its initial creation as a mili-tary garrison to its signifi cance as the fi rst tuberculosis hospital in the state, to an internment camp for German seaman during World War II.

Everitt and the students from Dexter High School will begin their journey through the fascinating history of Fort Stanton at the museum which features an excel-lent exhibit and introductory video that provides breath-taking images and informative interpretive content that bring the rich history and heritage of Fort Stanton to life. The Fort Stanton Museum store sells a variety of gifts and keepsakes that support the mission of Fort Stanton, Inc, in their efforts to preserve the history of New Mexico and the West as well as educate the public about the historical signifi cance of Fort Stanton.

The Museum at Fort Stanton State Monument is open Thursday through Monday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday hours are from noon to 4 p.m. The museum is closed on Tuesday and Wednesday.

The Dexter High School students will then tour the parade grounds, look at the historic buildings and have the undivided attention of four tour guides and two museum docents.

Photo courtesy of Sandi Aguilar

The 31st Annual Academic Awards for Ruidoso High School was held on April 16 at Spencer Theater honoring more than 65 students for their dedication, hard work, commitment and achieve-ment. The students earned a 3.8 GPA or higher during the school year. Pictured are Hannah Lindsey, Jennah Castleman, Marikka Temple and Kalen Freed.

Winter reading program winnerCourtesy photoAllen Sherrill was the winner of Capitan Public Library’s winter reading program. Presenting the winner with a Walmart gift card is staff person, Debbie Myers. Capitan Public Library is one of just three full service public libraries in Lincoln County. Founded in 1996, it’s become a vital, steadily growing and constantly evolving community resource. Everyone is welcome to use the library and library cards are free to all Lincoln County residents.

Lincoln County ‘Robot Regulators’Courtesy photo

The Lincoln County “Robot Regulators,” a team of students composed of middle school and high school students from Capitan and Car-

rizozo competed April 14 at the New Mexico Regional Botball Tournament in Las Cruces.

The team consisted of Wade Stearns (Capitan- Grade 8), Clay Bob Stearns (Capitan, Grade 6),

Sam Edington (Capitan, Grade 10), Harrison Moore (Capitan, Grade 6), Johnathan Smith

(Carrizozo, Grade 10) and Rylah Zamora (Car-rizozo, Grade 10). The Robot Regulators was

fully funded by generous support of the KISS Institute for Practical Robotics in Norman,

Okla., and their supporters as well as the Society for Science and public donations. The team worked evenings and weekends during the course of several weeks to prepare for the competition. Coordinator

of the team, Ashley Ivins said, “I’m working to try to fi gure out how to make robotics, engineering and scientifi c research available to students of Lincoln County since it’s not currently off ered in schools. With

budget cuts and a back to basics of reading and math attitude, unfortunately it’s not on the horizon.” The Robot Regulators won a “Judge’s Choice Award for Rookie of the Year” at the event and will be heading to the RoboRAVE state

competition on May 5 at the Albuquerque Convention Center.

RHS students honored for academic excellence


April 24, 1877 Tunstall ranch established on Rio Feliz.

James J. Dolan becomes Postmaster of Lincoln.

April 25, 1913 Joseph H. Gentry appointed Post Master at Fort Stanton.

April 27, 1899 Merchant Marine Hospital opened.

April 28, 1855 Miles and Carleton consoli-date forces at Camp Stanton.

April 28, 1881 Billy the Kid kills J. W. Bell and Bob Olinger and escapes from the Lincoln County jail.

April 28, 1936 Dr. Porter goes to Santa Fe to attend conference on tuberculosis among transients.

April 28, 1939 Baby Sanchez admitted with depressed skull fracture.

April 29, 1855 Construction begins on two blockhouses and defensive works for one company at Camp Stanton.

April 29, 1878 Frank McNab killed, Ab Sanders wounded and Frank Coe cap-tured.

2nd Lieutenant George W. Smith and 20 men arrest 22 “Seven Rivers” men in Lincoln.

April 29, 1880 Captain Charles Steelham-mer returns from detached service at Mescalero Agency.

April 29, 1939 Baby Sanchez expired. Sher-iff notifi ed.

April 30, 1881 Governor Lew Wallace posts $500 reward for Billy the Kid.

April 30, 1971 Pauline Britton appointed Post Master at Fort Stanton.

This week in Lincoln County HistoryCourtesy of Gary Cozzens, President, Lincoln County Historical Society

Over my right shoul-der as I ascended the almost windless airport plateau I heard the shrill of the twin engine jet ap-proaching for its landing with its ailerons fully de-ployed. It was indeed a beautiful sight. I slowed my “speeding” bicycle to watch in awe as the aircraft landed and I ap-preciated that hallowed mile between mileposts nine and ten paralleling the runway. This particu-lar mid-week morning I thought of how the bicycling Wright brothers would have been proud of the performance capabili-ties of modern aircraft. And I thought of the performance discussion in my moto-lit class of the night before.

A now defunct motorcycle publica-tion was involved in a comparison test of the latest big bike of the mid to late 70’s. I recall the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide (not in blue), the BMW R 90, a Moto Guzzi, and offerings from the Japanese big four. All the bikes were put through their accepted performance parameters to determine the “best” bike. One of the timed tests was unique. Traveling mo-torcyclists of the time dealt with spoked wheels and tube tires and replacing a rear inner tube was the dreaded trip-interrupter. The test? How long did it take to remove and reinstall the rear wheel in the event of a fl at? I remember the performance stan-dard being set by the BMW’s 15-minute test result.

I also remember the Japanese bikes trouncing the pretenders to the perfor-mance throne with the Harley unable to break 100 miles an hour. The numbers

posted by the Asian en-tries were amazing and the three camps of con-sumers were set in stone. Those who thought per-formance was measured linearly a quarter mile at a time chose what they could afford from the orient. The “seasoned” riders often chose Euro-pean offerings. And who chose the Harley?

There was an unex-pected performance test that, as far as my literary wanderings have led me, I’ve never seen repeated.

The small motor-home that was the tes-ters’ support and photographic base failed to continue running and many options were considered when one of the journal-ists jokingly said, “Tie it to the Harley.” The Harley towed the motor-home (albeit slowly) to the nearest service station a few miles down the road. No other bike in the test could even come close to the Harley’s performance.

I’ve ridden the Black Range (near Silver City) on a Harley, a Ducati and a Schwinn, a triangle of extremes and all were “high performance” machines within their elements. All were enjoyed. All were satisfying. All were different.

As I passed the terminal building, I slowed to view the now resting jet, a high-performance machine by any standard, poised with nothing to prove. And I thought for a moment that con-tinuous improvement is the goal of the high-performance experience and like the Harley of the magazine test many years ago, when called upon to perform, high-performance individuals are in a league of their own – unique.

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In this day and age, humanity is busier than ever. We are constantly on the go and multitasking has become a require-ment for life. Work-ing, raising kids, preparing meals, paying bills, grocer-ies shopping, help-ing with homework, and the like, are just a few things on our daily to do list. When we get a moment to relax; you can bet we are going to take that time and enjoy it!

There are many ways for us to relax, such as enjoying a good book, watching television, a good meal, catching up with old friends on the phone or via social networks and so forth. But unfortunately we often over-look one of the most important ways to relax, and that is the quieting of our minds.

I once heard a speaker compare our busy brain functions to that of the muscles in our legs. Our legs are often on the move as they take us to this place and that, and some of us enjoy other activities that use those muscles and help us feel good, such as jogging, running or swimming. We often give those muscles a break throughout the day, and when we sleep, we give them an even longer rest. So why do we allow our brains to keep going without any kind of break? (Even as we dream our mind is still busy). As I learn the importance of giving my brain a rest, I learn to understand there are several health benefi ts as well. Here are a few thoughts and activities to consider as you too may see the importance of giv-ing your mind a break.

Meditation - I have found this type of break to be both calming and rejuvenating. There are many forms of meditation and I suggest you research

the type of medita-tion that works for you. It can be as simple as slowing your mind by focus-ing on breathing, to practicing the power of intent and taking a moment to speak to your wise inner self or your higher power.

Media Break - I often set aside time to be away from any outside infl uences. I take this break from

all media sources, including books, music and television, as words, phrases and rhythms can often distract my brain and guide me down an infl uenced path; rather than what might come naturally. I also encourage a break from media sources before sleeping, as I feel they interrupt thoughts about my day as I relive the day’s activities, both good and bad experiences; to fi nd answers for a better tomorrow. I also believe it is possible that exposure to media before bed can infl uence our dreams and sleeping patterns. As a par-ent, I encourage this quiet time for my children, at least one hour before bed.

Morning thoughts - each morn-ing I reserve the fi rst fi ve minutes after waking for a quiet moment of gratitude for the wonderful blessings in my life. I also take a minute to set my intent for the day, such as keeping a good attitude regardless of what I may face during my day, along with the ability to understand and accept others, and practicing the power of forgiveness. I have found that on the days I practice my morning thoughts, I am happier and more productive, and am often accompanied by an extra pep in my step.

Whatever you choose as your relaxation technique I hope you enjoy it, as I am sure you deserve it!

Angie [email protected]

Quiet time for your mind

The Nest – a place to heal childrenApril is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. At

the Nest, professional advocates, counselors and admin-istrators focus on how the cycle of violence and abuse affects children.

The U.S. Advisory Board on Child Abuse and Ne-glect suggests that domestic violence may be the single major precursor to child abuse and neglect fatalities in this country.

Domestic violence and child abuse often occurs within the same families. In a national survey of more than 6,000 families, researchers found that 50 percent of the men who frequently assaulted their wives also frequently assaulted their children. Children are also injured when they attempt to intervene in the violence, stepping between the abuser and the victim. In its role as a model shelter, the Nest continues to evolve to meet the needs of child witnesses of domestic violence. Our in-house counselors, Nancy Harkey La Pointe and Maurice Gudgel, provide much needed therapy to both women and children at the Nest.

Gudgel states, “When a child grows up in an envi-ronment of domestic violence, they become emotionally damaged and sometimes they suffer physical damage. If these issues are not dealt with through counseling or

therapy, the symptoms can surface in later years through anger and believ-ing that the violence was acceptable. The cycle continues with the child-turned-adult following the abusive pattern he or she

grew up with in their home. They use violence as the only coping skill they know.”

A pilot children’s program utilizing art was imple-mented in July of 2011. Art therapy has long been a tool used to reach traumatized children. The program helps children bring their concerns and feelings to the fore-front. “In instances of domestic violence, education is always the key. Our mission is to end domestic violence and we cannot do that without reaching the child wit-nesses and breaking that pervasive pattern of abuse,” explains La Pointe.

Miriam Moreno, one of the Nest’s Advocates charged with spearheading the children’s program recently presented a program on healthy parenting styles to the Mescalero Head Start Program. Moreno made the point that as parents, grandparents and role models to children, we must all be more aware of how our actions affect the children around us.

Shelter staff has noted the success of the children’s program. Advocates and counselors use tools such as art therapy to connect with the children. Within the safe, secure environment of the Nest, children come alive. Given tools such as art therapy, children make tremen-dous progress with regard to sharing experiences and fears that they might have otherwise kept to themselves.

The Nest Domestic Violence Shelter serves women and children of any nationality, background or immigra-tion status. Crisis Counselors are available 24 hours a day through the Nest Hotline 1-888-378-6378.

Courtesy photoPictured is Nest Advocate Miriam Moreno, speak-ing to the Head Start Program in Mescalero.

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CAPITAN – All season long, the Capi-tan Tigers have been the team to beat in District 4-1A.

After their doubleheader sweep of Gateway Christian Friday, they’re still the team to beat.

But while the Tigers may have secured their second straight District 4-1A title – and another trip to the state tournament – the Warriors didn’t make it easy on them. They also showed they had no quit in them, scoring two runs in the top of the seventh inning of game two to give Capitan coach James Weems fi ts.

“Finishing a game like we did, we had a chance to put them away, and we just didn’t do it,” Weems said. “The bats stalled, pitching kind of fl ies away. But the outs came, so it ended up good for us.”

“We’ve got to battle our way through

adversity to win,” said Gateway coach Rick Rapp. “We knew we had to win both games if we wanted to win district.”

Game one started unevent-fully, as Gateway starter Andrew Meeks – who had thrown in the Warriors’ two previous games with Capitan – dueled to a score-less tie through two innings with Capitan’s Raul Villegas.

Gateway (6-7, 3-3 district) was able to take the lead by pushing across a run in the third without the benefi t of a hit. Jacob Moody – on with an error by Tiger shortstop Jacob Wilcox – stole second and later scored when Meeks hit a ground ball that should have been a routine throw to fi rst, only the throw was wild and Moody scored.

But the Tigers (12-4, 8-0) got things going in the bottom of the frame, pushing across two runs and loading the bases before Meeks had to retire from the mound with a tight shoulder.

Reliever Chris Taylor – who was sup-posed to start game two – didn’t have much better luck, allowing two hits and watching as all three inherited runners came in to score.

While Taylor’s shoulder didn’t help matters for Gateway, Weems said it was really only a matter of time.

“In our fi rst district game, we faced him,” Weems said of Taylor. “We kind of jumped on him after a while. I had a feeling it was going to happened.”

“It shouldn’t have, but it kind of took the wind out of our sails when Andrew couldn’t keep pitching,” Rapp said. “This week, he’s been to the doctor and we thought he was going to be OK. He was for two innings, and then it started knotting up on him.”

By the end of the third, Capitan had a 5-1 lead and cruised the rest of the way. Villegas pitched the whole game for the victory.

The Warriors were able to score fi rst in game two, as well, getting a leadoff double by Moody, who later scored on a grounder

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Ruidoso baseballPatrick Lundquist had an out-standing day against Tularosa Saturday, going 5-for-6 at the plate with a triple, double and two runs batted in during the

Warriors’ doubleheader sweep over Tularosa.

Patrick Lundquist

Little League

By Todd Fuqua

Sports [email protected]

Following a pair of big non-district losses to Artesia, the Ruidoso baseball team re-ally needed a pick-me-up.

They got it in the form of a pair of victories over Tularosa Saturday, winning 17-2 and 16-7.

While the Warriors (8-10) found things easy in the fi rst game – shutting out Tularosa until the fourth inning – the Wildcats actually took a 5-1 lead in game two.

Alvarado said that was due his team’s somewhat lax atti-tude following a big blowout.

“It started out a little shaky,” Alvarado said of the second game. “Our focus wasn’t there from the start,

sometimes kids will have a ten-dency to expect someone to roll over after they’ve beaten them, and that’s not always the case.”

Denver Coronado went the distance in game one, hold-ing the Wildcats to four hits through fi ve innings, while the Warriors turned in a 10-run second inning. They did it with

only three hits, thanks to two Tularosa errors, four walks and two hit batters by starter Nate Aragon.

Ruidoso pretty much cruised the rest of the way, as Coronado kept Tularosa off the bases – for the most part.

One Wildcat that wouldn’t be silenced was Cameron Mar-

tinez, who was 5-for-6 at the plate with a double, triple and three runs batted in in the two games.

He was particularly ef-fective in game two, when he capped off a four-run second inning for the Wildcats with his 2RBI triple.

That gave Tularosa (3-16) a 5-1 lead, and it was obvious the Ruidoso bats would have to come alive.

That didn’t happen until the third inning, when the Warriors pushed eight runs across on just three hits, chasing Tularosa starter Brett Saenz from the mound.

“The kids just had to get refocused and do what they do best, play good baseball,” Alvarado said.

Alvarado turned to a com-mittee of pitchers for the second game, starting with Julien Lopez, then turning to Ryan Yaksich in the third. He got the win when Ruidoso pushed all those runs across in the bottom of the frame, and allowed just two more Wildcat runs before being lifted for Ryan Francis in the sixth.

Patrick Lundquist had prob-ably the best day of any Warrior at the plate, going 5-for-6 with a triple, double and two runs batted in, but with 18 hits total, the entire Ruidoso team had a good day hitting.

The Warriors are at Hatch today , then host Portales and Lovington in the fi nal District 4-3A games of the regular season. The Warriors – 2-2 in district after a sweep of Portales and Lovington two weeks ago, need two more wins next Satur-day to clinch the district title.

“This was a very good pair of wins, because we need to keep the roll going when we play Hatch,” Alvarado said. “I want to see them start reaching their peak, and this was the start of it.”

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Ruidoso earns big sweep over Tulie

Todd Fuqua/Ruidoso Free PressRuidoso’s Denver Coronado slides safely into third base as Tularosa’s Cameron Martinez ap-plies the tag, Saturday, at White Mountain Athletic Complex.

Tiger nine secures district title

GAME ONETigers 7, Warriors 1Gateway Chr 001 000 0 – 1 1 1Capitan 005 200 - – 7 8 2GC–AndrewMeeks,ChrisTaylor (3) andste-phen Bechtel. Cap – RaulVillegas and Bobbyhughes.W–Villegas.L–Meeks.2B–Cap(Ja-cobWilcox)LOB–GC4,Cap7.–––GAME TWOTigers 10, Warriors 4Gateway Chr 100 100 2 – 4 7 5Capitan 142 120 - – 10 11 1GC – Bechtel, Chris Bonham (6) and TylerRaines, Bechtel (6). Cap – Tracker Bowen andWilcox.W–Bowen.L–Bechtel.2B–GC(Taylor2),Cap(Wilcox).LOB–GC7,Cap11.

Todd Fuqua/Ruidoso Free PressCapitan fi rst baseman Dillon Trapp catches a popup in foul territory, Friday, during the Tigers’ wins over Gateway Christian at Capitan.

see TiGers pg. 15


Full contact footballAre you a former high school star

wanting to relive your time on the gridiron? Are you interested in helping to raise funds for the Ruidoso High School athletic program?

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

All equipment will be supplied, and cost is $95 per player to partici-pate. You do not have to be a Ruidoso High School graduate to play.

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

Senior OlympicsQualifying for this year’s state

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

The age minimum is 50 years as of Dec. 31, 2012, and a $5 registration fee entitles the individual to partici-pate in all offered events. Deadline for early bird registration of $45 for state games is May 31, while regular registration is $60 by June 15. Late registration is $70 by June 30. There is also an extra fee for bowling, golf, swimming and racquetball. To sign up

for any event, call Sandee Jourden at 257-4565.

Dates for events are:Swimming –April 24 at 19 a.m.,

the RAC.Billiards – April 24 at 10:30 a.m.

at Ruidoso Senior Center.Basketball free throw and three

pointers – April 28, 10 a.m. at the Middle School outdoor courts.

Horseshoes, May 22 at 10 a.m., Smokey Bear Forest Trail parking lot.

Recreational events – May 25, 9 a.m. at Ruidoso High School track.

Track and fi eld – May 26, 9 a.m., Ruidoso High School track.

Pickleball – First week of May, call 630-1099 to enter.

Raquetball and tennis, contact Bart Young at 257-3193.

Big Willie ClassicA golf fundraiser for People for

Kids will be held June 16 at Valle Del Sol Golf Course in Carrizozo. The tournament is also accepting prize or cash donations to keep the event fun and interesting for participants.

Prizes may include – but are not limited to – golf bags, golf clubs, balls, towels, trophies and gift cards.

This event is named after Willie Silva, a long-time business owner in Carrizozo. He contributed greatly over many years to his community, and we would like to continue that tradition.

For more information, contact James Silva at 480-332-4354.

Sports in brief


Yes, yes, the Ruidoso girls got two more state qualifying legs in this year’s Spring Classic at Roswell’s Spring River and New Mexico Mili-tary Institute golf courses.

But the Lady Warriors had already secured their spots at state the week before during the Leroy Gooch, and coach Melissa Misquez said the goal now is to start placing in the top three at these tournaments.

“Getting our legs isn’t good enough for them anymore,” Misquez said. “Now they want to push harder and place higher.”

The Lady Warriors scored a 497 on the tournament’s fi rst day at Spring River Monday, then shot 482 on Tues-day at NMMI. They fi nished seventh out of a fi eld of 12.

Taylor Fjelland shot 89 both days, and Misquez said she’s transformed into a leader in the course of the year.

“Taylor is leading them to practice harder and develop a will to win,” Misquez said. “She’s risen to the chal-lenge and has come around to be a great leader for the team.”

Both Ruidoso teams have only one more meet left before the district tour-nament at Socorro, having played in a three-team meet Monday at UNM’s Championship South course in Albu-querque. They’ll be at a last-chance qualifi er Friday at NMMI.

“They really want to shoot a respectable score at UNM, since that’s where the state tournament is,” Misquez said. “They’re wanting to learn as much as they can about that course and be competitive at state.”

The Ruidoso boys struggled in the two-day event, shooting 346 at NMMI Monday and 349 on Tuesday at Spring River. Neither score was good enough for a qualifying leg. Tony Nanz shot 82 and 80 – not bad scores, but not good enough for individual legs, either.

“He had a couple of bad breaks that kept him from putting a good round together,” said boys coach Eric Eggleston. “He could have really spiraled down today (Tuesday), but was able to catch himself and turn in a respectable score, but was still one shot short of his fi nal individual leg. He’s right there.”

The boys still have only one team leg to get to state, meaning they need to shoot qualifying scores at both UNM and NMMI this week to get in. They could secure a spot at state with a win at the district tournament, but Eggleston said that’s kind of a tall order.

“Not only would we have to win, we’d have to shoot a qualifying score,” Eggleston said. “That’s a tough course (New Mexico Tech), and it’s Socorro’s home course. They beat us by 35 shots at Spring River, and district is on their home turf. We’d have our work cut out for us.”

By Todd Fuqua

Sports [email protected]

The Ruidoso softball team started the year with three straight wins – and might have had a tourna-ment trophy if the season-opening Hot Springs tournament hadn’t been snowed out in the cham-pionship game.

But since then, the Lady Warriors have won only one game.

The Lady Warriors are 4-15 overall and winless in District 4-3A, following a week in which they’ve dropped four games to top 10 teams Cobre at home and West Las Vegas on the road, and a pair of district games to top-ranked Portales.

Ruidoso began the week with Cobre April

16, dropping 14-6 and 15-5 decisions to Cobre, ranked No. 4 by NMOTC.com.

“I just wanted these to be some good games, to have some decent defense and hit the ball,” said Ruidoso coach Sal Beltran. “We did that, except for one or two innings, and that’s what killed us.”

Ruidoso wasn’t ex-actly steamrolled to begin with in each game. The Lady Warriors trailed by only a run heading into the fourth inning of the fi rst game, and made an attempt at a comeback in the bottom of that frame, but literally ran themselves out of a big-ger inning when Marissa Gonzales was thrown out at the plate, trying to score on a double by Destri Vincent.

After spotting the Lady Indians (14-3) fi ve more runs in the top of the sixth and one more in the seventh off Ruidoso starter Amanda Bryant, the Lady Warriors again tried a comeback in their fi nal at-bats. Marissa Gonzales reached on a walk and then was driven home by a two-run home run by Vincent.

Lorely Enriquez then reached on an error. But after Shanna Sandoval fl ew out to right fi eld, En-riquez was erased as part of a 6-4-3 double play hit into by Sarah Reynolds to bring the game to a close.

Cobre opened game two with four runs in the fi rst two innings, taking advantage of six walks issued by Vincent, who started the contest.

The Lady Indians really opened things up in

the fourth inning, though, exploding for eight runs on fi ve hits, including a grand slam by Kayla Rodriguez which landed in the bleachers beyond the left fi eld fence.

At Portales, Ruidoso lost by identical scores of 11-1, but Beltran said his team actually did better

than the scores refl ect.“The scores could

have been even more lopsided, but we were holding them to just one or two runs per inning instead of 7 or 8,” Beltran said. “Also, we lasted into the fi fth inning instead of bowing out in the third. There were some posi-

tives.”While Ruidoso was

at least keeping the Lady Rams from running completely rampant over the course of fi ve innings, Portales pitcher Kelsey Laurenz held the Lady Warriors to just three hits in both contests.

Lady Warriors to try to stop losing skid

Ruidoso girls’ goals getting bigger

Photo by Karen BoehlerRuidoso’s Kaylor Grado follows her shot at Spring River golf course in Roswell during the fi rst day of the Spring Classic, April 16.


to fi rst by Chris Taylor.The lead didn’t last

long, as Capitan got a run on a hard hit double by Wilcox to score Bobby Hughes. The ball hit the top six inches of the fence before falling back to the fi eld. Just three inches higher, Wilcox would have had a two run home run.

The Tigers then got four runs in the second inning and scored in every inning from then on excepting the sixth.

That inning was particularly frustrating for Capitan, as they had the bases loaded with two outs, needing just two to bring the game to a close on the 10-run rule. But a hard grounder hit by Wil-cox went straight to War-rior third baseman Tucker Bruns, who fi elded it and stepped on third to retire Villegas for the third out.

No runs for Capitan,

and Gateway coming to bat. Rapp said his team never quit, and their per-formance in the top of the seventh proved it.

The Warriors scored two runs on a sacrifi ce fl y to center by Taylor and an RBI single by Stephen Bechtel, but Tiger pitcher Tracker Bowen – who also went the distance for Capi-tan – struck out Chris Bonham to end the game.

The Tigers faced Elida on the road Mon-day in their fi nal District 4-1A game of the season,

and are at home this Thursday for a double-header against Artesia’s junior varsity to end the regular season.

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CAPITAN – Capitan softball coach Rodney Griego knows it’s dan-gerous to overestimate a team.

Two days after they swept Me-silla Valley to remain undefeated in District 4-1A/2A, the Lady Tigers learned just how dangerous under-estimating a team can be, falling to Dexter 7-5, April 19, in what was the Lady Demons’ sixth win of the season.

For one inning at least, it looked as though the Lady Tigers would continue Dexter’s losing ways by taking a 3-1 lead, but then the Lady Demons scored four runs in the top of the second to take a lead they wouldn’t relinquish.

Dexter (6-14) took advantage of walks and wild pitches by Lady Tiger starter Sidni Hughes, who allowed those four runs in the second inning thanks to fi ve walks and two wild pitches. The Lady Demons had only one hit in the frame, and were held to just three base knocks in the entire game.

The biggest hit for Dexter was a 2-RBI single by Sandra Madrid in the second inning.

Capitan (12-5) had problems hitting against Lady Demon starter Taylor Miles, whose fastball wasn’t as fast as the Lady Tigers are accus-tomed to seeing.

“We have a harder time with pitchers that are a bit slower. She’s a fi ne pitcher, but it’s just slower than we’re used to,” Griego said. “We also had only about six girls hitting today, instead of all nine.”

After spotting Dexter a 1-0 lead in the top of the fi rst, Capitan wasted little time evening things up in the bottom of the frame when leadoff hitter Teyna Montoya slammed a pitch over left fi elder Arianna Otero’s head.

Otero fell down on the play and the ball rolled to the fence. That al-lowed the speedy Montoya to round the bases for an inside-the park home run.

The Lady Tigers scored two more runs on a run scoring single by Kymbra Espinosa and RBI double by

Hughes, but Hughes was thrown out trying to stretch it into a triple, which stopped the momentum.

Each team later scored a run each, then both defenses settled down to hold each other scoreless until the fi nal inning.

Dexter again took advantage of a little Hughes wildness, as the Capitan pitcher hit Haley Norris to put her on base. Norris stole second base, advanced to third on a groundout by Pearl Duran, then scored on a wild pitch.

Capitan got two hits in the fi nal half inning, but only scored once, and even that was almost an out.

Montoya, on with a fi elders choice with two outs, almost record-ed the fi nal out of the game when she rounded the bag at third follow-ing a Fields single and was caught in a rundown. She was able to score when a throw by Dexter third baseman Ari-anna Chavez went awry.

“There were a couple of bad calls on the basepaths, but I’m aggres-sive and it’s hard to change that from game to game,” Griego said. “Of course, Teyna said she always had that under control.”

Espinosa got a hold of a pitch and drove it to left center fi eld after that, but Lady Demon center-fi elder Haley

Norris was able to run it down for the fi nal out, and the Dexter celebration began.

Thursday’s game marked the fi nal non-district tilt for Capitan. Griego said the loss may have been disappointing for his team, but it actually didn’t hurt the Lady Tigers as much as some might thing.

“This was good timing for some-thing like this. We can learn from it,” Griego said. “This wasn’t a district game, and it wasn’t in the state tour-nament. I would rather have a game like this than beat someone 40-0. This was more of a challenge.”Wins at Cruces

The Lady Tigers’ day at Mesilla Valley was good in more ways than one.

Capitan won 14-0 and 14-1 thanks to a lot of hitting.

“This was actually a challenge for us, although the scoring doesn’t refl ect it,” Griego said. “Their start-ing pitcher was about as good as it gets, and that shows how well our girls hit the ball.”

Griego said every member of his team (6-0 district) hit the ball well, while pitcher Sidni Hughes allowed no hits at all in the two games.


It has not been an easy season for the Ru-idoso tennis team, but on April 19, the Lady Warriors came close to earning a District 3-1A/3A victory over New Mexico Military Institute.

Ruidoso lost 5-4, but had some really good matches and wins that gave both them and coach Dennis Johnston some confi dence.

Probably the most excit-ing victory for Ruidoso came at No. 5 singles, which pitted eighth grader Erika French against NMMI’s Choe Ikard.

French won 7-6, 7-6 (7-5), 6-3 in an ex-hausting match that pitted two players whose playing styles were almost identical.

“That was an awesome match,” Johnston said. “Both were so similar and kept hitting that ball back and forth. There were a lot of great volleys.”

The team match came down to No. 3 singles, with Frida Moheng taking NMMI’s Mariah Garcia to three sets before falling 6-3, 3-6, 6-2. That tipped the scale in the Lady Colts’ favor.

“It would have been nice to win this, to give us a better seed in district,” Johnston said. “But the matches gave them a lot of confi dence.”

On the boys side, NMMI made short work of the Warriors, sweeping to a 9-0 vic-tory.

Daniel Marshall at No. 1 singles gave Gavin Lynch a run for his money, though, falling 6-3, 6-2.

“That was their best player, and the best Daniel’s played all year,” Johnston said. “He knew what he had to do to be competitive.”

Ruidoso district season continued Mon-day at Lovington, and the Warriors will be back in Lovington this weekend for the dis-trict tournament.


Ruidoso’s track squad got a real test of its mettle at Artesia on Friday.

The Warriors were one of only four 3A schools at the meet – Hope Christian, Lovington and Socorro were the other – and the competition from big and mid-sized schools alike was brutal.

As a result, neither the boys or girls placed very high in the team standings – but while the Ruidoso

boys trailed defending state champion Lovington and challenger Socorro, they didn’t trail them by much.

There were even some new state qualifi ers, something that didn’t hap-pen at last week’s Warrior Invitational in Ruidoso.

“We were just trying to improve on individual marks, for the most part,” said Ruidoso coach Colt Harrelson.

Freshman Travis Mosher qualifi ed in the high jump with a leap of

5 feet, 10 inches, while the Lady Warrior mile relay got in with a time of 4:23.25. Freshman Andi Harrelson also got a time of 1:02.95 to qualify in the 400, and was fourth over-all in the long jump with a leap of 16-2.

Tanner Chavez was one of those that improved on his state qualifying mark, doing so in the shot put with a throw of 48-10½. He was third overall, while teammate Matthew Carr was fi fth with a heave of 46 feet even.

As well as the War-rior duo has done in the event this season, Har-relson said they’ll fi nd the going rough at state.

“To have two in the top six with this level of competition is really good, but four out of the top six were in 3A,” Harrelson said. “That’s how tough Class 3A is in this event.”

This coming Friday is the Socorro Invita-tional, a meet Harrelson opted for instead of the Mirmanian Invite in Las Cruces.

“This will be an all 3A meet, and we’ll be seeing a lot of schools from up north there,” Harrelson said. “Por-tales and Lovington are about the only teams that won’t be there, but they’re in our district, so we’ve seen them plenty.

“This is pretty much a preview of the 3A state meet,” he added. “This will help us with strategy when we get to state.”

Ruidoso girls fall just short

Erika French

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Todd Fuqua/Ruidoso Free PressRuidoso second baseman Teyna Montoya connects for a hit during her team’s softball game against Dexter at Capitan April 26.

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“Great men are rarely isolated mountain peaks, they are the sum-mits of ranges.”

– Thomas W. Higginson

If you watched this year’s Bos-ton Marathon, you surely noticed the smooth, seemingly effortless running displayed by the world’s elite marathoners.

With temperatures soaring into the 80s, it was also a case study on how to run – and not to run — in the heat. And the hills, those dreaded hills. The iconic Boston Marathon point-to-point course features the Newton hills, starting at the 16-mile mark, and is high-lighted by the notorious Heartbreak Hill at the 20-mile mark, just when many runners are “hitting the wall.”

Watch the footage on Universal Sports online at http://universal-sports.com/?s=boston+marathon. You will see perfect form, from all angles. Uphill and down. It looks so easy, but alas, if it were so we would all run sub-fi ve-minute miles for 26.2 miles.

How do they get so fast? For-getting genes and upbringing for a moment (which makes up much of what makes them fast … think few school buses in Kenya), let’s pinpoint how normal folks like you and me can run like a pro, or at least improve a bit, to get through

the hills on the Ruidoso Sprint Triathlon run on June 9.

“Speed kills.” That’s a quote that most runners utter when they’re injured from doing too much speed work on a track. In-stead of risking injury, run the hills. “There is nothing better for devel-oping speed and muscle power”, says Brad Hudson, marathon coach to the stars.

Running hills helps leg strength, effi ciency and your ability to use oxygen. More importantly, you are less prone to injuries run-ning hills than you are by running track repeats because the “slope shortens the distance you have to … land, reducing impact,” accord-ing to Marc Bloom, running expert at Runner’s World.

“You can certainly replace hill running for track work. It’s the same result,” says the United States’ only Olympic marathon gold medalist Frank Shorter. He gained prominence racing on the track as a member of the legend-ary Florida Track Club and has since been running the hills around Boulder, Colorado for more than 30 years.

Running up hills fast, but short, helps. The great thing about Ru-idoso is that everywhere you look there are hills, it’s a tremendous local resource. Find a short but steep hill (6-percent-plus grade). In fact, pick a hill on the Ruidoso Sprint Triathlon run course. After a 20-minute warm-up, run as fast as

you can up that hill for 10 seconds. Walk back down the hill and jog easily for two minutes. Repeat. Cool down. Do this once a week. Each week add one repeat until you get to eight. Take a couple of weeks off after you do eight, then start all over again. Mark where you are af-ter the 10 seconds. After the second round, see if you run farther with each 10-second repeat.

Now, rest assured the win-ners of the Boston Marathon do a bit more than run 10-second hill repeats, but everyone has to start somewhere.

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

Sarah Crewe is a USAT (USA Triathlon) Level 1 coach who coaches triathletes and is a certi-fi ed RPM, yoga and American Swim Coach Association Level 2 coach. She is lead faculty for health and physical education at ENMU. To contact Sarah Crewe for training or learn more about the Ruidoso Sprint Triathlon, call the Ruidoso Athletic Club at 257-4900.

If you have any training ques-tions for Sarah Crewe, email them to [email protected].

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

Gotta love those hills when marathoning

CourtesyBoston Marathon winner Wesley Korir running through the Newton hills on his way to victory on April 16. ‘’I knew it was going to be hot, and one important thing that I had to take care of today ... was really hydrate as much as possible. I guess my biology degree kicked in a little bit,’’ he said after the victory.


It’s been quite a week for coach Collin Justiss and the Capitan boys track team.

The Tiger relays – which Justiss has called the backbone of the team – were missing qualifying one event, the 4x400, and were hoping to get that all-important time at their own Tiger Relays on Thursday.

But the meet – which would have also featured

every small school in the area – was cancelled due to roots coming up through the track, so Jus-tiss found himself scram-bling to get into another meet.

He got Capitan in to the Estancia meet on Saturday, but then found he couldn’t go himself because of a family emergency, so girls coach Vicki Sedillo was in charge – with a little help.

Sedillo had her hands full with Dustee Rae Eldridge, who was

competing in fi ve differ-ent events.

“I was back and forth a lot with Dustee,” Sedillo said. “But it was exciting to see those boys get in.”

The Tiger 4x400 squad turned in a time of 3:36.78, just over three seconds better than the qualifying mark.

Eldridge has qualifi ed in two events, and cur-rently leads all state quali-fi ers in the pole vault – an even in which she’s the defending state champion

– by a full foot.Next up is the District

5-2A meet at Lordsburg this Saturday. This is the last chance to get quali-fi ed for the state meet,

to be held May 4-5 in Albuquerque. Justiss is just glad he’s got all the relay teams in already, and now it’s a matter of fi ne tuning.

“We’ll be working on the handoffs and start times,” Justiss said. “We also need points from other events if we want to challenge for a state title.”

Final Capitan boys relay team qualifi es for state


EntertainmentOn May 19 from 10 a.m until 10

p.m., at the Ruidoso Convention Center, the inaugural Family n’ Friends Music Festival, headlined by Jace N’ Lee will bring a variety of live music benefi tting Lincoln County Juvenile Justice and Team Builders.

Each of the 10 bands will be featured on W105 and KRUI during NM in the Morning.

JACE N’ LEEJace n’ Lee is a sextet of highly

professional musicians that are true road warriors. Playing a mixture of Southern Rock, Country, Rock, and ballads, the dance fl oor is fi lled everywhere they play. Jace Cadle met B.B. Lee in 2005 during an open mic night at a venue just north of Atlanta. B.B. plays lead guitar, sings and writes music. Jace has since played exten-sively around the Atlanta area. Jace plays rhythm guitar, sings lead vocals, writes music and is an accomplished artist. Over the next several years, while playing in different projects, their paths continued to cross. In 2009, they decided to join forces, creating Jace n’ Lee. Steve “Song Rider” Dempsey was asked to play bass (the famous Thunderbird bass), vocals and song writing. Next was B.B.’s lifelong friend, Lou Park. Lou’s talents include rhythm guitar, mandolin, harmonica, keyboard, vocals as well as song writ-ing. To round it off, Dawg Burnett, Steve’s close friend, was brought in to play drums and so began Jace n’ Lee. Currently traveling with Jace n’ Lee are two valuable new members. Miss Kelly Green and Rick, “Mr. Smee.” The various members of the band have played and toured with artists such as: Confederate Railroad, David Allan Coe, Molly Hatchet, the Byrds, Government Mule, Eric Quincy Tate, Hank Williams, Jr. and more. Now, as a cohesive unit, Jace n’ Lee is road-tested and crowd-approved.

PYREX PERCULATORSThe Pyrex Perculators were founded

six years ago in Ruidoso and still feature all of the original band members: Josh Tauric - rhythm/lead guitar and vocals, was born in San José, Calif.; Calibur Clark - bass guitar and vocals, was born in Austin; Zeke Sanchez - drums and vocals, was born and raised in Ruidoso. One of the Pyrex Perculators original cast members, Anthony McTiegue, started another favorite local rock band, Home Grown Boyz.

Pyrex Perculators playlist is inspired by bands like Motorhead and Metallica. They are excited about being part of the May 19 fundraiser supporting the youth of Ruidoso.

HOMEGROWN BOYZNew Mexico’s very own “Home-

Grown Boyz” is a band on the rise that is well known around the south-west for performing live, and play-ing a wide range of variety music, including Alternative Rock, Spanish, Country and Western, Cumbias, Clas-sic Rock, Blues, Oldies and many more. This versatile band has been

playing all over New Mexico and West Texas, and is creating a large fan base who are all looking forward to the release of their debut rock album. The Home-Grown Boyz feature Anthony McTeigue - vocals, guitar; Chris Greigo - vocals, bass and Leo Chavez - drummer. The Home-Grown Boyz have performed in front of large crowds opening up for worldwide acts such as: Tommy Chong, War, Los Lobos and many more. The band is about to release their debut rock album in 2012.

CallingDr. LauraCopyright © 2012Jay McKittrick

I called Dr. Laura the other day because I love listening to her radio show, (it’s a guy thing) and after waiting 20 minutes to get on the air, I said to her: “Dr. Laura, I sure hope that you can help me.”

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I said, “Well… it’s my pig, Dr. Laura, he thinks he’s a super hero.”

“A super hero?” she questioned. “What are you trying to say — that he’s got a superior-ity complex — that he thinks he’s better than the rest of us?”

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61st National Day of Prayer“One Nation Under God”

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Prayer BreakfastRuidoso Convention Center

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Thursday, May 3Doors open at 6:15 a.m.

Breakfast Bu� et opens: 6:30 a.m.Program begins: 6:50 a.m.

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Youth RallyWednesday, May 2Angus Nazarene ChurchSpeaker: Malcolm Marshall

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

Thursday, May 3Speaker: 6:15 pm

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Keynote Speaker:Ruth Graham, daughter of Billy GrahamTeen children struggle with bulimia, drugs, unplanned preg-nancies. An unfaithful husband crashes a longtime marriage. Divorces. A joyous period with a new mate crushed when he is involved in a near fatal automobile accident.

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

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

Ruth has appeared on a variety of radio and television shows including Good Morning, America, � e Hour of Power, Focus on the Family, Fox & Friends, CBN, Life Today, and CNN.

Because of the problems she has faced in her own life, Ruth says, she has a special feeling in her heart for those whose struggles make them doubt their faith and whose obstacles seem almost insurmountable. Reaching out to these people has been the underpinning of her new ministerial outreach and is the theme of a second book, Fear Not Tomorrow.

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By William HarelsonThe Humane Society of Lincoln County

A major source of homeless dogs and cats is the breeding of unwanted animals. Some puppies and kit-tens are born to domesticated dogs and cats; however, by far the most signifi cant cause of births of unwanted kittens is the breeding of free-roaming cats. An edu-cated guess by the executive director of the Humane Society of Lincoln County (HSLC) puts the number of free-roaming cats in the county at as high as 4,000 animals.

The problem with unwanted puppies is far less for the simple reason that dogs are less capable of surviv-ing on their own, compared to cats. Nevertheless, there are a signifi cant number of unwanted puppies and dogs in Lincoln County as evidenced by the number of ani-mals that pass through our shelter each year.

To combat the problem of the over-population of unwanted kittens and puppies, the HSLC has applied for and received grants for spay and neuter programs.

To address the free-roaming cat problem, the HSLC applied for a grant available from PetSmart Charities®. The amount of the grant is $127,000 and the funds are to be used to pay for spay and neuter surgeries.

The HSLC has put out a call for residents of Lincoln County to identify candidates for the PetSmart program.

Those wishing to have free-roaming cats fi xed and vaccinated for rabies at no cost to them should contact Betty at 575-378-1039.

Once a free-roaming cat has been spayed or neutered, it will be re-turned to the area it came from where it will be monitored and cared for by its caretaker.

For dogs, two grants for spay and neuter assis-tance programs (SNAP) have been awarded. The terms of agreement stipu-late complete anonymity of the donor. One grant applies to dogs of 40 pounds or more and the second grant is for dogs less than 40 pounds. Both grants are to be used to pay for spay and neuter services whose owners could not otherwise afford the procedures.

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To adopt one of these featured pets, contact the Humane Society of Lincoln County. Hours of operation: Monday, Tuesday, � ursday, Friday 11-5 and

Saturday 11-2. Location: 422 Gavilan Canyon, Ruidoso. 575-257-9841.Website: adoptnmpet.com

Annual Fundraiser to assistLincoln County residents with the cost of end-of-life care.Ruidoso Hospice Foundation is a 501(c) (3) organization. Public Charity Status: 170(b) (1) (A) (vi)

~ GOLD SPONSOR ~ ~ BRONZE SPONSORS ~ ~ COPPER SPONOSRS ~

Dr. Stephen Rathwww.fusionmedicalspa.net

Golden Yarn FlooringPrestige Cabinets

City BankVillage Ace Hardware

1st National Bank of RuidosoLinco Medical Supply

Rotary Club of RuidosoLincoln County Medical Center

Josie’s FrameryFoxworth-Galbraith Lumber

Pioneer BankSouthwest SecuritiesWrite Designs, LTD

Tickets on sale at:� e Wild Herb Market • 1715 Sudderth • 257-0138

Ruidoso Home Care • 590 Gavilan Canyon • 258-0028 • *Credit Card PurchasesPrestige Cabinets • 1023 Mechem • 258-3435

Ruidoso Valley Chamber of Commerce • 720 Sudderth Drive • 257-7395

Photo by Brad Cooper

Remembering Alex BrownBy Madison MillerRHS student

On April 21 the “Students Against Destructive Decisions” (S.A.D.D.) spon-sored an assembly at the Ruidoso High School for the “Remember Alex Brown Foundation” (R.A.B.), who’s mission is to ask everyone to sign a pledge to refrain from texting while driving. The Brown family, Johnny, Jeanne, and Katrina Brown, came to the high school to give a presentation about the dangers inherent to texting and driving. The Brown’s spoke of the heartache they felt when they lost their oldest daughter, and sister, Alex Brown.

Alex was killed in a single-car accident that occurred while she was texting and driving on her way to school, in November of 2009; she never made it to her destination. Jeanne Brown, Alex’s mother, told of how she had gone look-

ing for Alex after she had been notifi ed that Alex hadn’t made it to school that day. She found her daughter’s white truck, mangled and wrecked, off the side of the road. Alex had been thrown from the vehicle and critically injured as the truck rolled over her. Alex was airlifted to the nearest trauma center, but shortly after passed away.

The Brown family believes that their daughter’s death could have been avoided. As part of their presentation, they displayed the actual wreckage of Alex’s truck, strapped onto a trailer. Students were encouraged to climb up and view the inside of the vehicle. They wanted to make it clear, that driving a motor vehicle can be very dangerous unto itself, much less with the distraction of a cell phone.

Jeanne gave students optional apps to download free to the their phones

that either will read any text messages coming in or send an automatic reply that states that the person is busy driving and will call the sender back later.

There is no text message that is worth taking a life. For your own safety, and the sake of loved ones, please don’t text and drive. For more information, or to take the pledge, go to rememberalexbrownfoundation.org.

Ruidoso SADD encourages parents to have their family members download the free apps: www.PhoneGuard.com, www.TextToggle.com, www.drivesafe.ly

(Reads text messages to you.)The RHS SADD members would

also like to thank The Lodge at Sierra Blanca for donating the accommodations for the Brown family. Also attending were some students from Capitan and Carrizozo high schools.

Spay and neuter programs help reduce unwanted animals

Courtesy photoThe Alex Brown family along with SADD president, Dana O’Toole.


TUESDAYAPRIL 24

Money Smart Week: Budgets, Credit Risk and Credit Scores, Ru-idosoPublicLibrary,107KansasCityRd,Ruidoso,4-5p.m.Gregshaverof Otero Federal Credit union ex-plainsbudgeting,whatiscreditrisk,& how to interpret or improve your credit score. Formore information,contact Jennifer stubbs, 575-258-3704; www.youseemore.com/ruid-osopl.Free.

Live Music atWPs in MidtownRuidosofrom8:30p.m.to1:30a.m.

WEDNESDAYAPRIL 25

Farmer’s Market at sBs Woodshavings in Glencoe from 9 to 11a.m.

Preschool story time at the Ru-idoso Public Library at 10:30 a.m.Bug stories, craft: pony bead cat-erpillar. Children’s dept. is locateddownstairs.

Money Smart Week: Health Savings through Exercise, Ruido-soPublicLibrary,4-5p.m.MarshaPalmer, of Lincoln County’s exten-sionOffice, sharesheart-wiseexer-cisesandtakesyourquestions.Formore information, contact Jenniferstubbs, 575-258-3704; www.you-seemore.com/ruidosopl.Free.

The Sterilizers perform at CasaBlanca Restaurant on Mechemdrivefrom6to9p.m.


THURSDAYAPRIL 26

2012 EMS Region III “Partners for Life” Golf Tournament, Rain-makersGolfResort,10a.m.-4p.m.Two-Person scramble: 2 personteamsonafirstcome,firstpaybasis.18holes, includinggreen fee, cart,range balls, gift certificates, t-shirt,cap, twomulligansperplayer, andcatered lunch. Poker golf will alsobeavailable.Formoreinformation,contact eMs Region iii 575-769-2497.$120perteam.

Live Music with TomTom and friends at sanctuary on the River,207 eagle drive, 12 - 1:30 p.m.Enjoy hearty soups and salads at ChopChop Inspired Salads and havesomelunch-timefunwithlivemusic performed by TomTom andfriendseveryThursday.Formorein-formation,call575-630-1111.

Money Smart Week: Budgets and Getting a Better Job, Ruidoso Public Library, 4 - 5 p.m. As partof Money smartWeek at RuidosoPublic Library, Rachel Weber andstephanieGillespieofNewMexicoWorkforce solutions, present twoshorttalks:oneonpersonalfinanceor‘budgeting’andanotheronhowyoucangetabetterpayingjob.Formore information, contact Jenniferstubbs, 575-258-3704; www.you-seemore.com/ruidosopl.Free.

VIP Casino Night - Business Af-ter HoursattheinnoftheMountainGods, Mescalero, White Mountainand sierra Blanca lobby areas, 5:30-8p.m.Want toknowmoreabouttablegames?Playa livegamewitha real dealer! This is your chanceto ask questions and practicewithchipsprovidedateachtableforyourlearningexperience.ThePlayMon-eyyouhaveremainingattheendofthe evening is yours tobidon realprizes at our auction. Registration,4 - 5:30 p.m.; Reception and tablegameinstruction,5:30-6p.m.;Livetableauction,6-7p.m.;Playmoneyauction,7:30-8p.m.Formoreinfor-mation,contactCharlesMeeks:575-464-7024.

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

Karaoke with DJ Pete! Cree MeadowsLounge,6-11p.m.,everyThursday, evening, including all-you-can-eattacobarfrom6-9p.m.Pass the word, the CreeMeadowsloungeisopentothepublic!

Luke West performs at theswissGrillattheswissChalet,1451Mechemdr., 6 - 9 p.m. Join us forthis performance of ourNM-OAThPerformingArtsinitiativewithLukeWestinthisbeautifulsettingattheswiss Grill. For more information,contactsusanTravis:575-937-0294;www.nm-oath.org.

“The Wizard of OZ” performedbytheRhsRedFeatherTheaterCo.,Ruidoso high school PerformingArtsCenter,Warriordr., 7p.m.TheRed Feather Theatre Co. will pres-entL.FrankBaum’s,“TheWizardofOz”-atwo-actplay.dinnerwillbeprovidedbyCan’tstopsmokin’BBQat 5:30 p.m. Formore information,contacttheTheaterBoxOffice:575-630-7495.Allticketsare$10.Ticketpriceincludesthedinnerandshow.


FRIDAYAPRIL 27

Money Smart Week: Banking Smart, RuidosoPublic Library, 107Kansas City Road, 10 - 11 a.m. MrTurner,ofFirstNationalBank,edu-catesaboutpersonalfinanceissuesas part of Money smart Week atRuidosoPublicLibrary.Formorein-formation,contactJenniferstubbs,575-258-370; www.youseemore.com/ruidosopl.Free.

Cantina Night at LaughingsheepFarm,1milewestofLincoln,hwy380,mm96, from5 to9p.m.Live music with guitar and fiddleplayingWesternswing.

Mike Sanjku performs inWen-dell’s Restaurant at the inn of theMountain Gods Resort & Casinofrom5to10p.m.

Doug Fuqua performs in Wen-dell’s Lounge at the inn of theMountain Gods Resort & Casinofrom5to11p.m.

Cree Meadows Country Club is hostingafishfryandliveband.

Tomas Vigil performs at Land-locked Restaurant on Mechemdrivefrom6to9p.m.

Mark Remington performs attheswissChaletinn,Mechemdrive,6p.m.

Susan Landers KolbperformsattheNoNameCafé6-9p.m.duringPrime Time Fridays. 522 sudderth,575-257-2253. Friday evening din-nersarebyreservation.

The EliminatorsperformatCasaBlanca Restaurant, Mechem drive,6p.m.

Michael Beyer performs oldersongsandjazzatKokopeliCountryClubinAltofrom7to10p.m.

“The Wizard of OZ” performedbytheRhsRedFeatherTheaterCo.,Ruidoso high school PerformingArtsCenter,Warriordr., 7p.m.TheRed Feather Theatre Co. will pres-entL.FrankBaum’s,“TheWizardofOz”-atwoactplay.dinnerwillbeprovidedbyCan’tstopsmokin’BBQat 5:30 p.m. Formore information,contacttheTheaterBoxOffice:575-630-7495.Allticketsare$10.Ticketpriceincludesthedinnerandshow.

Karaoke at The elks Lodge onhighway 70, next to the Ruidosoemporium, at 7 p.m. with All ForFunKaraoke.

Aaron LaCombe performs atCasaBlancaRestaurant,7-8p.m.

Iron Chiwawa (ClassicRock)per-formsinClub49atinnoftheMoun-tainGods,8p.m.


Live music downstairs at Lucy’sCantinainMidtownRuidosofrom9p.m.to1a.m.

SATURDAYAPRIL 28

Schlotzsky’s Bun Run,WingfieldPark,8 -10a.m.Thisevent is spon-soredbyschlotzsky’s,TheVillageofRuidoso Parks & Rec, The RuidosoAthletic Club, KBuY/KWes, MTdMedia,ThedoveKedu,eJsigns,theRuidoso News,andthePostalAnnex,tobenefittheRuidosospecialOlym-pics.Thereisa5Krace,aKid’sK,andaK-9run.Formoreinformation,con-tacttheRAC:575-257-4900.informa-tion available at schlotzsky’s, 2812sudderthorRAC,415WingfieldRd.

2nd Annual Ruidoso Lincoln County Crimestoppers Identity Theft Shred Day, LawrenceBroth-ersiGAparkinglot,721Mechem,9a.m.-1p.m.suggested$5ormorefor personal shredding; businesseswill be assessed additional fee. Allproceeds benefite Lincoln CountyCrimestoppers.

2nd Annual Renaissance Festi-val of Carrizozo, Mcdonald, a.k.a.spider Park, and a portion of 12thstreet,10a.m.-6p.m.Paradeat9:30a.m.Boothspaceisfreeforartisans,crafters,vendorsandentertainers.

Hidden in Holland - History comes alive! Ruidoso Public Li-brary, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Andyholten-“hiddeninholland.”similarto Annie Frank, holten at the ageof 5was hidden from theNazis inAmsterdam. Come hear this true-lifestory fromoneof thesurvivorsofhitler’sWorldWarii.Formorein-formation, contact sharon stewart258-3704; www.youseemore.com/ruidosopl.Free.

“Tea For Two or Just for You” at FirstChristianChurch,1211hullRd.,2-4p.m.Thisisanafternoonofen-tertainment and fellowship spon-sored by the PresbyterianWomenofFirstPresbyterianChurchofRuid-oso.Theprogram,“WomenofCampCapitan”,willbepresentedbylocalhistorian Polly e. Chavez. specialmusicwillbeprovidedbyLouAnnellison. After the program guestswillsharea“hightea”servedinthefellowshiphall.Reservationsrecom-mended.Formoreinformation,call:575-257-2220or575-257-1142.

Ruidoso Dance Ensemble pres-ents “Coppelia,” spencer Theaterfor thePerformingArts, 108spen-cerRd.,Alto,2-9p.m.Theballetisperformed by local dancers fromthe Ruidoso dance ensemble. Thefull-length, classic tale is a livelier,morerealisticstorythanmostotherballet classics: it’s aheart-warmingstory about two young lovers anda romantic toy-maker who thinkshehasmagicalpowers.Olddr.Cop-peliusletseveryonebelievehiscre-

ation,Coppelia,amechanicaldoll,isarealperson,andyoungFranzfallsin love with her. A true marriageof romance and hilarity, the balletendswithatouchingreconciliationandtherealityoflove.Formorein-formation,contactthespencerThe-ater: 1-888-818-7872; www.spen-certheater.com.Ticketsare$28.

“Just A Little More About Caves,” hubbard Museum, 26301hwy 70, Ruidosodowns, 2 - 3 p.m.“LivingWith Karst The Benefits andChallengesofLiving inaCavernousenvironment,“bydr.Veni,theexecu-tivedirectoroftheNationalCaveandKarst Research institute. he will ex-plainwhatkarstis,howitworks,theunique benefits and challenges oflivinginkarstandwhatpeopleneedtoknowto live inkarstareas.MuchofsoutheasternNMiskarst.Karstar-easaretheworld’smorediverse,re-source-rich,yetproblematicterrains.Theycontainthelargestspringsandmost productive groundwater sup-pliesonearth.Formoreinformation,contactthehubbardMuseumoftheAmericanWest:575-378-4142;www.hubbardmuseum.org. Free with ad-missiontothemuseum.

Rocky Mountain Elk Founda-tion Banquet, innoftheMountainGodsResortandCasino,5-10p.m.Therewillbesilentandliveauctions,games and lots of raffled items.Great foodby innofTheMountainGods. For more information, callJean Cunningham: 575-354-2451or575-937-5628ordavidCunning-

ham:575-973-8222;www.rmef.org.Doug Fuqua performs inWen-

dell’s Lounge at the inn of theMountain Gods Resort & Casinofrom5to11p.m.

Mike Sanjku performs inWen-dell’s Restaurant at the inn of theMountain Gods Resort & Casinofrom5to10p.m.

Tomas Vigil performs at Land-lockedRestaurant&BaronMechemfrom6to9p.m.

Luke West performs at theswissGrillattheswissChalet,1451Mechemdr., 6 - 9 p.m. Join us forthis performance of ourNM-OAThPerformingArtsinitiativewithLukeWestinthisbeautifulsettingattheswiss Grill. For more information,contactsusanTravis:575-937-0294;www.nm-oath.org.

Free Movie at Sacred Grounds: “Departures,” 2825 Sudderth Drive, 6:30-9:30p.m.Thismaybethegen-tlest, sweetest movie about deaththatyouwilleversee.Acellistnameddiagocomes to theconclusion thathe’snot talentedenoughtomakeacareerasamusician;having just re-turned to his hometown, he answers ajobadforwhathethinksisatravelagency... only todiscover that com-panypreparesbodiestobeplacedincoffins.Fearfulofhiswife’sresponse,he hides his new job—but as hegrowstoappreciatehisbossandtheeffectthattheceremonyofcleaningand dressing the deceased has ontheir families, diago discovers thathemighthaveacalling.Formorein-

formation,call575-257-2273.The EliminatorsperformatCasa

Blanca Restaurant and Cantina onMechemdrivefrom7to9p.m.

Michael Beyer performs oldersongsandjazzatKokopeliCountryClubinAltofrom7to10p.m.

Iron Chiwawa (ClassicRock)per-formsinClub49atinnoftheMoun-tainGods,8p.m.


Live music downstairs at Lucy’sCantinainMidtownRuidosofrom9p.m.to1a.m.

SUNDAYAPRIL 29

Piñon Pottery Mosaic Flower Pot Workshop, 26465 e highway70,Ruidosodowns,1-4p.m.VickiConley will be holding a mosaictiledflowerpotworkshop.Thecostis $20 and covers all materials.All proceeds go to The episcopalChurch in Lincoln County’s out-reach fund. For more information,callVickiat575-937-0873.

Rockin’ H 4-H Club Benefi t Golf Scramble,innoftheMountainGodsChampionship Golf Course, Car-rizoCanyonRd.,1 -3p.m.4persongolf scramble. 1 p.m. shotgun start.Awardsforhole-in-one,closesttothepin, longest putt made, and manymore.Prizesforeachhole!Comeout,play and enjoy your day while sup-porting our “Leaders of Tomorrow”.For more information, contact theinn of the Mountain Gods Golf Proshop:575-464-7941.entryfeeis$75perpersonor$300perteam.


MONDAYAPRIL 30

Brain Stretching Forum at eN-Mu-R,10a.m.-noon.Anopenforumfordiscussingancienttheories,mod-ern dilemmas and current eventsreturns. Free and registration is notrequired. Local experts in a varietyof fields act as facilitators and par-ticipants are encouraged to bringtheir life experiences and opinionsto share in the round table format.Areas of exploration include rela-tionships, consciousness, the roleoftechnologyandthenatureandlimi-tations of knowledge. There are noprerequisites.Refreshmentsarepro-vided.Formoreinformation,calltheCommunity education department,257-3012;www.ruidoso.enmu.edu/.


ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR • 4-24 thru 4-30Things to do every day

Ruidoso River Museum - Open at 101 Mechem Drive in the building which previ-ously housed Rush Ski Shop. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday through Monday. Admission is $5 for adults and $2 for children.

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

Simulcast Horse Racing at Billy the Kid’s Race Book at Ruidoso Downs Race

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

Hubbard Museum of the American West, Ruidoso Downs - the �irst New Mexico museum to be granted “af�iliate” status with the Smithsonian Institution. The Museum is home to an extensive permanent collection of magni�icent carriages, wagons, saddles, �irearms and Indian artifacts, as well as ever-changing traveling exhibits. Located just east of the Ruidoso Downs Race Track on Highway 70, the entrance to the Museum features the landmark bronze “Free Spirits of Noisy Water,” one of the largest equine sculptures in the U.S. with eight larger-than-life horses, representing seven different breeds. The Museum is open seven days a

week from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Admission begins at $6 for adults with discounts avail-able for seniors, military and youth. The Hubbard Museum of the American West is owned and operated by the City of Ruidoso Downs. To �ind more information on the Hubbard Museum of the American West, please visit www.hubbardmuseum.org or call 575-378-4142.

Pillow’s Funtrackers - Open weekends and most holidays throughout the year. 101 Carrizo Canyon Road just off Sudderth. Pillow’s Funtrackers is the premier family fun center in New Mexico. We have been providing fun to thousands of families for over twenty years. Our park includes three go-kart tracks, miniature golf, arcade, Mountain Maze, and seasonal attractions such as Bumper Boats, Panning for Gem-stones, Rock Climbing Wall, Extreme Air, and Kiddie Bounce House.

Bright lights, big makeup, big acts and... barbeque?By Emily KnoxRHS sophomore and Red Feather member

The Red Feather Theater Company is known for its brilliant students and wacky, almost too involved teacher. Does the community really understand the behind-the-scenes action? Red Feather is about theater and it’s about running a business. For the past four years, the high school theatre students have teamed up with several lo-cal businesses in search of support and they have found it. Ruidoso’s Rose Furniture, Golden Yarn Flooring and Inn of the Mountain Gods are a few great examples of businesses supporting Red Feather.

Now, the successful restaurant Can’t Stop Smokin’ has become involved the current “The Wizard of Oz” production by providing posters

to advertise, tickets to sell and a spread of food included in the $10- show and dinner price. Cas-sandra and Jhett Schiavone, the mother and son duo of Can’t Stop Smokin’, are the ones to thank for this spectacular act of kindness to support the high school theatre arts. Cassandra is also pro-viding several amazing extras to the upcoming stars in the company supplying healthy snacks during most rehearsals, staking out posters, and most importantly gracing the imaginations of the future with advice. The stage is more than a place of entertainment to those involved in Red Feather. It’s our home, and with the assistance of the Schiavone family we are happy to share that home with you.

Photo courtesy of Emily KnoxJhett Schiavone of Can’t Stop Smokin’.


Worship Services

ANGLICANMescalero Family Wor ship Center Gary Dorsey, Pastor; 464-4741 ASSEMBLY OF GODCarrizozo Community Church (AlG) Barbara Bradley, Pastor. Corner of C Ave. & Thir teenthOne ChurchPastor Todd Carter. 139 El Paso Road, Ruidoso. 257-2324. wwwonechurchnm.comBAPTIST Canaan Trail BaptistRoland Burnett, Pastor; Located just past milepost 14 on Hwy. 48, between Angus & Capitan. 336-1979First Baptist Church - Carrizozo; 314 Tenth Ave., Carrizozo. 648-2968; Hayden Smith, PastorFirst Baptist Church - Ruidoso270 Country Club Drive, Ruidoso,NM 88345. 257-2081; Dr. Allen Stoddard, PastorFirst Baptist Church - Ruidoso Downs361 E. Hwy 70, 378-4611, Randy Widener, PastorFirst Baptist Church - TinnieBill Jones, PastorMescalero Baptist Mission1016 Old Road Box 9, Mescalero, NM 88340, 973-0560, Pastor Zach MalottMountain Baptist ChurchIndependent-Fundamental KJV. 145 E. Grandview Capitan. 937-4019 Ruidoso Baptist ChurchWayne Joyce, Pastor; 126 Church Drive, Palmer Gateway. 378-4174Trinity Southern Baptist Church(south on Highway 48) 700 Mt. Capitan Rd. 354 -2044. Mel Gnatkowski, Pastor 808-0607 BAHA’I FAITH Baha’i FaithMeeting in members’ homes. 257-2987 or 258-5595 BUDDHIST Buddhism of the Lotus SutraGeorge Brown; 257-1569 CATHOLIC Saint Eleanor Catholic Church120 Junction Road, Ruidoso, 257- 2330. Reverend AI GalvanSaint Theresa Catholic ChurchCorona. Sunday Mass: 6 p.m. Saint Joseph’s Apache MissionMescalero. Father Paul Botenhagen, OFMOur Lady of GuadalupeBent. Father Larry GosselinSacred Heart Catholic Church 299 3rd St, Capitan, 354-9102Santa Rita Catholic Church 243 Birch, Carrizozo. 648-2853. Father Franklin EichhorstCHRISTIAN Christian Community Church127 Rio Corner w/Eagle, Mid-town. For

more information call: 378-7076 First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)Rev. Ryan Arnold; 1211 Hull at Gavilan Canyon Road, 258-4250Carrizo Christian FellowshipLeonard Kanese wah Ill, Pastor. 56 White Mt. Dr., 3 mi. W of Inn of the Mountain Gods Mescalero. 464-4656CHURCH OF CHRISTGateway Church of Christ415 Sudderth, Rui doso, 257-4381. John Duncan, MinisterChurch of Christ - CapitanHighway 48. Joshua Watkins, MinisterCHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST LDS Church of Jesus Christ LDSRuidoso Ward, 1091 Mechem Bishop Jon Ogden, 258-1253Church of Jesus Christ LDSMescalero Branch, Mormon Missionaries 317-2375EPISCOPAL Episcopal Church of the Holy Mount121 Mescalero Trail, Ruidoso. Rev. Judith Burgess Rec tor 257-2356. Website: www.eclc.us St. Anne’s Episcopal Chapel in GlencoeEpiscopal Chapel of San Juan in Lincoln St. Matthias Episcopal Chapel Carrizozo, 6th & E StreetFOURSQUARECapitan Foresquare ChurchHwy 48, Capitan. Harold W. Perry, PastorEVANGELICAL The Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Church1035 Mechem Dr. 802-5242FULL GOSPEL Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship Int’lK-Bob’s Hwy. 70 in Rui doso. Ron Rice, 354-0255, e-mail [email protected] Mission Fountain of Living WaterSan PatricioJEHOVAH’S WITNESSESJehovah’s Witness - RuidosoKingdom Hall 1102 Gavilan Canyon Rd., 336-4147, 257-7714Congregacion Hispana de los Testigos de Je hova1102 Gavilan Canyon Rd., 336-4147, 378-7095JEWISH / HEBREWKehilla Bat- Tzion & Hebrew Learning Center, Inc.2204 Sudderth Dr. Ruidoso, NM 88345. 257-0122LUTHERANShepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church258-4191; 1120 Hull Road. Pastor

Thomas Schoech. www.shlcruidoso.org METHODISTCommunity United Methodist ChurchJunc tion Road, behind Wells Fargo Bank. Stephanie Harmon, Pastor. 257-4170Capitan United Methodist Church Pastor Jean Riley and the congregation of Capitan United Methodist. White Oaks and Third in Capitan. 648-2846Trinity United Methodist Church 1000 D. Ave. 648-2893/648-2846. Car rizozo. Jean Riley, PastorNAZARENE Angus Church of the NazareneAngus, 12 miles north of Ruidoso on Hwy. 48, 336-8032. Rick Hutchison, Pastor QUAKERQuaker Worship GroupUnpro grammed meeting at the Anderson-Freeman Visi tor’s Center in Lincoln. For details of this and other Quaker activities contact Sandra Smith at 653-4951 PENTECOSTALApostolic Pentecostal AssemblyRetired Pastor and author Harry A. PeytonAbundant Life United Pentecostal Church of Ruidoso613 Sudderth Dr. Unit D. Pastor, Art Dunn, Youth Pastor, Nathaniel Dunn. Free home Bible studiesPRESBYTERIAN First Presbyterian Church101 Sutton Drive (Nob Hill), Ruidoso, 257-2220. Tony Chambless, PastorAncho Community Presbyterian ChurchPastor Terry Aiello, CLPCorona United Presby terian ChurchPastor Terry Aiello, CLPNogal Presbyterian Church Reverend E.W. “Bo” LewisREFORMED CHURCHMescalero ReformedMescalero. Bob Schut, PastorSEVENTH DAY ADVEN TIST Ruidoso Seventh Day Adventist207 Parkway, Agua Fria, Ruidoso Downs, 378-4161. Pastor Andrew Spooner 437-8916; 1st Elder Manuel Maya 937 4487UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST FELLOWSHIPSacramento Mountains Unitarian Universalist FellowshipCall 336-2170 or 257-8912 for locationNON-DENOMINATIONAL American Missionary FellowshipRick Smith, 682-2999. E-mail: RickS@americanmission ary.org Calvary Chapel127 Vi sion, next to Cable Co., 257-5915. Pastor John Mar shall

Casa de Oracion Comu nidad CristianaRuidoso 304 Sudderth Dr., Ruidoso, NM 88345. 257-6075. Pas tor: Carlos & Gabby Carreon. *All Services are Bilingual* - Translators AvailableCentro Familiar Des tino304 Sudderth Dr., Rui doso, NM 88345, 257-0447. Services are bilin gualChrist Church in the DownsRuidoso Downs, 378-8464. AI and Marty Lane, PastorsChrist Community Fel lowshipCapitan, High way 380 West, 354-2458. Ed Vinson, PastorChurch Out of ChurchMeeting at the Flying J Ranch, 1028 Hwy. 48, Alto. Pastors: Tim & Julie Gilliland. Mailing Address: 1009 Mechem #11 Ruidoso 88345. 258-1388. www.churchoutofchurch.com. Keepin’ it simple ... Keepin’ it real!Cornerstone ChurchCornerstone Square, 613 Sudderth Drive, 257-9265. John & Joy Wyatt, PastorsCowboy ChurchPreacher Buster Reed of Amarillo. Call 378-4840 for more infoFoot of the Cross Chris tian Ministries2812 Sud derth (Pine Tree Shopping Center) Pastor, Phil Appel. For more info please call 937-8677 or visit our web site at www.thefootofthe cross.org Grace Harvest Church

1108 Gavilan Canyon Rd, 336-4213Iglesia Bautista “Vida Eterna”Pastor Rev, Ramon Robledo. 207 East Circle, Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346, 361 E. Hwy. 70, 378-8108. Email: [email protected] J Bar J Church40 Hwy 70W, 257-6899 Pastor Charles W. Clary. E-mail: [email protected] Miracle Life Ministry CenterRon Rice & Cather ine Callahan, Ministers Available 24 hours for heal ing, prayer. 354-0255; e-mail miraclelife@ruidoso-on line.com Peace Chapel Interde nominational (ULC), Alto North, 336-7075. Jeamsie Price, PastorRacetrack ChapelHorseman’s Entrance, Hwy 70, 378-7264. Chaplain Darrell WinterThe Word of Life Church Rev. Chuck Fulton, pas tor/648-2339. 711 ‘E’ Ave., Carrizozo, NM. Af liated with the Evangelistic Assembly ChurchNON-SECTARIANSpiritual Awareness Study GroupMinister: George N. Brown, PhD. ULC. 257-1569 Men’s Bible Study, Band Of BrothersCall 937-0071 for times and location The 1st Iglesia Apos tollca de la Fe en Cristo JesusLocated at: 613 Sudderth Dr. Suite D, Ruidoso. 937-7957 · 973-5413

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email: [email protected]

341 Sudderth Drive575.257.7303

www.lagroneruidoso.com

YesterdayAn Antiques

& Collectibles Mall1001 Mechem • Ruidoso

575-937-2839 • 575-258-3250~ OPEN DAILY ~

www.yesterdayantiques.com

1509 Sudderth Drive575-257-2057

www.goldenyarnflooring.com

L & PBUILDING SUPPLY

805 MECHEM DRIVE575-257-0724

26147 US Hwy 7Ruidoso Downs, NM 88346

575.378.3333

P.O. Box 2308 RAY L. BAKER Ruidoso, NM 88355 Off (575) 258-2860 NM Lic. 355202 Cell (575) 937-9147

First Christian ChurchChild Development Center

1211 Hull575-258-1490

Hands-On Developmentally Appropriate Curriculum • A 4-Star FacilityAccepting 8 Weeks to 12 Years

OPEN: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

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Xeriscaping • Landscaping • Pavers • Natural Stone & Patios • Lawn Design & Maintenance

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MOTEL 6of Ruidoso

412 US Hwy 70 West575-630-11661-800-4MOTEL6

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GMRELECTRICAL SERVICE

Residential & CommercialLicensed & Bonded575-937-8786575-937-8787

SKI RUIDOSOSKI SHOP

1133 Mechem575-258-3024

575-937-3437 cell

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Casita de CuraLive with Dignity, Live with Beauty

THEBEHR BARN

FLEA MARKET310 Sudderth • Ruidoso, NM

575.257.8467Open 9 am - 5 pm

708 Mechem, Suite A575-257-5900

800-257-5925

BOOTS & JEANS134 SUDDERTH • RUIDOSO

575-630-8034

2850 N. WHITE SANDS BLVD.ALAMOGORDO575-437-4721

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CHURCH SERVICESSunday School 9:45 AMMorning Worship 10:45 AMSunday Night 6:00 PMWednesday Night 7:00 PM

RUIDOSO BAPTIST CHURCHTeaching you Chapter by Chapter & Verse by Verse.

126 Church Drive • Ruidoso, NM • 575-378-4174Next to Family Vision Center on Mescalero Drive

Plenty of Parking!

Angus Church WednesdaysBy Sue [email protected]

Not often will a youth pastor be equally comfortable with a Bible and a chain saw. That’s Phil Jones. Angus Church’s youth pastor since 2005, Jones can carve a bear in the morning and preach in the afternoon, but those are just two of Jones’ abilities. There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to Jones and his heart for Lincoln County youth.

Born in Weatherford, Texas, he lived in several West Texas towns as a kid. Jones fell in love with Shelly Harris at Loop, Texas high school but when he headed to South Plains College, she went to Texas Tech. After Shelly headed out to Oceanside, Calif. to operate a beauty sup-ply shop, Jones followed her and asked for her hand.

They married and settled in Lincoln County, assisting in several local business ventures with Shelly’s parents, Eldon and Lois Harris. Two daughters, Paige and Dani-elle were added to their family.

Eldon and Lois Harris, Shelly’s parents, opened Bent Tree Jamboree on Airport Road, and hired musi-cal performers from South Plains College to provide entertainment for the dinner show. Jones began to teach himself how to play guitar and eventually became the entertainment anchor for the Jamboree, saying, “They were having so much fun up there I decided to be up there with them.” Phil and Shelly also managed another Harris business venture, The Branding Iron restaurant in Upper Canyon from 1994-97. Shelly’s still famous for her dinner rolls, which are featured frequently at Angus Church gatherings.

Jones’ love for music became the avenue for his soul to be expressed. At the time, Jones relates Shelly was the “spiritual head” of their family, bringing their two daughters to Angus Church on her own. Jones says God began to communicate with him through music. “I saw God could use my music and that’s how my heart was changed. God will use the gifts He’s given us and He won’t waste anything.”

“I know what it is to live without and with Christ and how miserable I made others around me when I wasn’t living with Him.” Jones committed his life to Christ and began attending church with his family.

From ’97 to ’05, Jones earned a living carving chain saw bears. Another self-taught skill, Jones watched chain saw artists and decided to follow in their steps. Those who own one of his bears comment the faces he carves are distinctive and “the best around.”

In 2005, Pastor Rick Hutchison of Angus Church was making a change in staff, and met Phil and Shelly at Taco Bell to discuss the possibility of joining forces. The Jones had been involved with the youth as volunteers. Their heart for youth was evident and Hutchison asked Jones and his wife to consider becoming part of the Angus Church staff. Jones recalls at

the time, both of them were beginning to sense they were being called into full time ministry of some sort. Youth ministry was a good fi t.

They make a formidable team at Angus Church. Beginning around 3 p.m. each Wednesday Jones will make sure Angus Church’s vans are fueled and ready to make multiple trips to pick up Capitan students. Back and forth he goes, along with Shelly and several volunteers who assist in the program. From 75-150 students between elemen-tary – high school aged students attend the program. A full dinner, open time for homework or fun with outdoor and indoor activities, music and a lesson are all a part of Wednesday evenings at Angus.

Capitan High School assistant football coach James Hightower contacted Jones a few years ago and asked what time he needed to release his football players from practice each Wednesday. Hightower knew most of his team attended the Wednesday program at Angus Church and in a “if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em” effort decided to work with Jones’ schedule.

Rhonica (Angus Church’s Director of Children) and Tucker Toler manage the children’s program on Wednesdays and provide transportation as well, utilizing volun-teers Christal Christensen and several others. Rose Gomez, Sharron Gray and her food service team are all background checked and ready to assist each Wednesday, many times showing up at 1 p.m. to prepare. Claude and Ilene Marsh faithfully provide valuable kitchen clean-up

assistance. There are many adults who provide supervision in the unifi ed goal of showing youth love and compassion.

“Our goal at Angus is to be a blessing to our com-munity. We don’t just want to maintain ourselves, we want to be ready to focus on the needs all around us.” Phil and Shelly Jones are a vital part of the ministry team at Angus Church.

Sue Hutchison/Ruidoso Free PressPhil Jones at Angus Church.

Thought for the week...Charles Clary

The scriptures warn us about measuring, commending and comparing ourselves with one another. Paul writes in ll Corinthians 10:12-18, that the Lord Jesus is the one whose commendation counts.

When I was coaching, we would have preseason workouts to determine who would be our starters. In the second week, we would have intra-squad scrimmages. Our starters would look good as we compared and measured ourselves with ourselves.

We might even be so bold as to commend ourselves. “We will have a good year.” “When you measure yourself by yourself, and compare yourself with yourself, you are not wise.” In the midst of this political process of choosing candidates and then electing one for o� ce, we have polls. The polls tell us who will win the nominations, and who will win the elections. But, just like in football and other sports, upsets take place in the political arena. In 1948, Truman upset Dewey in the presidential election. In 1969, Joe Namath led the Jets to the Super Bowl, an upset of the Colts. We tire of all the candi-dates and their comparisons and commendations of themselves. But, it is our responsi-bility to look through all the comparisons and self-commendations to determine which candidate is best for our nation, state, county, and municipality. Don’t vote the polls, vote for the candidate of your choice.

Weekday Bible study groups available

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

The men’s ministry group will meet on the fi rst and third Thursday of each month at 8 a.m. at El Paraiso Restaurant, 721 Mechem Drive (in the Sierra Mall).

Hearts in Service women’s Bible study meets on Tuesdays at 1:15 p.m. at the church in the fellowship hall. All are welcome.


130 EMPLOYMENTHELP WANTED! Dishwashers, line cooks, servers and prep cooks. Apply in person Tuesday-Friday 10 am-3 pm at Kokopelli Club 1200 High Mesa Rd.

PART TIME MAINTENANCE PER-SON NEEDED. General handyman knowledge required. Fridays, Satur-days and Sundays. Please apply in person at the Holiday Inn Express. 400 W. Hwy 70.

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

HOUSEKEEPERS NEEDED. House-keeping department under new management. Experience required. Please apply in person at the Holi-day Inn Express 400 W Hwy 70.

FRONT DESK POSITION AVAIL-ABLE at the Holiday Inn Express. Must have knowledge of the local area, and possess strong customer service skills. Saturday-Tuesday, 3 pm - 11 pm. Please apply in person at 400 W Hwy 70.

COOK/DISHWASHER HELP NEEDED. Apply in person. Cree Meadows Country Club 301 Country Club Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345

SUMMER HELP WANTED for outdoor general yard work. $8.50hr 575-257-8835

NOW HIRING front desk, server, housekeeping supervisor, and ex-perienced cook. Apply in person. Swiss Chalet Inn.

150 HEALTHCAREATTENTION SLEEP APNEA SUF-FERERS with Medicare. Get FREE CPAP Replacement Supplies at NO COST, plus FREE home delivery! Best of all, prevent red skin sores and bac-terial infection! Call 866-938-5101

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190 REAL ESTATE

LOVELY 3 BD 2 BA, 2 car ga-rage with a 2 bedroom guest house. Horse barn, horse walker and hot tub on 3.3 acres. River front. Both houses totally furnished. 309 Parker Rd. Ruidoso Downs 575-378-8933 or 575-808-2568

210 ROOMMATE WANTED1 BEDROOM 1 BATH $400 in-cludes utilities plus deposit. 575-808-8329

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

215 CABIN & RV RENTALS

RV SPACES FOR RENT.575-258-3111

2 BEDROOM CABIN. Partially fur-nished. $525.00 per month $350.00 deposit. Small pet ok w/ approval. Close to mid-town. References required. Call days @ 257-0872 & leave message.

RV SPACE FOR RENT. $250 a month plus deposit. 575-378-4661

220 MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE

1997 CHAMPION. 16X80. Com-pletely furnished, 3BD 2BA. Ceiling fans throughout, washer, dryer, fridge, water softener, AC, carpet throughout and storm windows. Plus large deck. $34,500 Call 575-973-0289.

225 MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT

MOBILE HOME WITH ADD-ON FOR RENT. Ruidoso Downs local. Unfurnished, 3BD/1BA. Electric range, dish washer, refrigerator/freezer, gas dryer, Evaporative AC, central heat and washing machine hook-up. No pets allowed. Garbage and water paid. $550 per month. Ref-erences required. Call 575-973-0830

235 HOMES FOR RENT: FURN / UNFURN

3 BD 2 BA 2 stories, 2 decks, yard. $900 + utilities. NP/NS 575-430-7009.

AMY’S COTTAGES, 3 bedroom for rent, furnished, perfect! 575-973-1241

3 BD / 2 BA UNFURNISHED HOUSE. Fenced yard, Agua Fria subdivision. Ruidoso Downs. $1100 plus Deposit. 378-4661

ADVERTISE YOUR VACATION PROPERTY, to more than 284,000 New Mexico newspaper readers. Your 25-word classi� ed ad will appear in 32 newspapers around the state for only $100. Call this newspaper for more details or visit www.nmpress.org for more details.

250 FARMS, RANCHES OR LAND/ACREAGE

20 ACRES WITH WATER! Near Ruidoso, $34,900. New to market, municipal water, maintained roads and electric. Won’t last at this price! Call NMRS 866-906-2857

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

260 APARTMENT RENTALS: FURN / UNFURN

ALTO 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH, wash-er and dryer hookups, covered front and back decks, fenced back yard, water and trash paid. $700 plus se-curity deposit. References required. 575-937-2831

EFF APARTMENT. Bills paid, Wi-Fi,

Furnished, $500 a month. 575-937-9160

1 AND 2 BEDROOM APART-MENTS for rent, Unfurnished, Bills paid. 575-258-3111..

3

1BEDROOM WITH LOFTin midtown. Available mid-May to mid-August. $700

575-973-7860

310 MISCELLANEOUS

TENTS FOR RENTEddie 575-973-0964

CASH!!Cash for your

gold and silver.575-937-3325

NICE COVERED GOLF-CART super powered. $1500.00 575-336-2059

THE NEW MEXICO SEED LOAN PROGRAM is available to small businesses owned by individuals with disabilities and provides low interest loans for the purchase of equipment and related supplies needed to expand or start a busi-ness. Contact the New Mexico Seed Loan Program at 855-891-8295 or www.nmseedloans.org for more information. A low interest loan program of DVR; State of New Mexico

100 PERCENT GUARANTEED OMAHA STEAKS - SAVE 65 per-cent on the Family Value Collec-tion. NOW ONLY $49.99 Plus 3 FREE GIFTS & right-to-the-door delivery in a reusable cooler. ORDER TODAY at 1-877-291-6597 or www.Oma-haSteaks.com/family22, use code 45069TVP.

DISH NETWORK. Starting at $19.99/month PLUS 30 Premium Movie Channels FREE for 3 Months! SAVE! & Ask About SAME DAY In-stallation! CALL - 877-867-1441

AIRLINES ARE HIRING – Train for hands-on Aviation Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if quali� ed – Job placement as-sistance. CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-886-7324.

EVER CONSIDER A REVERSE MORTGAGE? At least 62 years old? Stay in your home & increase cash � ow! Safe & e� ective! Call Now for your FREE DVD! Call Now 877-841-2034

330 ANTIQUES/UNIQUE

510 CAMPERS/TRAVEL TRAILERS

2006 PILGRIM OPEN ROAD 5TH WHEEL, 36 Ft,. Triple pullouts,

has regular ball hitch. Very good condition. $18,500.00 OBO. 575-361-1627.

550 AUTOS FOR SALE02’ SUBARU FORESTER AWD. 173,000 miles young, great work-ing condition. $4600 call 575-354-0967

630 GENERAL SERVICES

COMPLETE LAWN TREEAND PINE NEEDLE SERVICES

A� ordable! Call Clay575-937-4727

Call 258-9922to place your Classi� ed ad!

Call258-9922orstopby1086Mechem(MTdMedia)toplaceyourclassifiedad.deadlineforLegalNoticesandClassifieddisplayisWed.at5p.m.;deadlineforClassifiedLinersisThurs.at5p.m.

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616 Mechem • Ruidoso, NM • (575) 257-4011 • 800-530-4597© 2012 BRER Affiliates Inc. An independently owned and operated broker member of BRER Affiliates, Inc. Prudential, the Prudential logo and the rock symbol are registered service marks of Prudential Financial, Inc. and its related entities, registered in many jurisdictions worldwide. Used under license with no other affiliation with Prudential. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Looking for a career in Real Estate? Call us! For additional listings & other valuable information:www.PrudentialLynchRealty.com

A LITTLE BITOF COUNTRY

3 BR, 2 BA ranch-style home on 1.8 acres!! Large and open kitchen/living area. Roomy master suite. Wood floor-ing, beams & accent walls. Huge cov-ered porch with valley and mountain views. Large garden area and fruit trees. $179,500 MLS #110630

HIGH TRAFFICCOMMERCIAL LOCATION

at the corner of Sudderth & Mechem Drives. Owner will consider financing. Two buildings - could be separate rent-als. Many potential uses. Call for details. $299,500 MLS #110607

CUTE CABIN - CORNER LOT

with easy access. Two bedrooms and one bathroom. Natural cabin feeling, nice remodeled deck with view. Could make a primary residence or seasonal vacation home. $97,800 MLS #110608

VENDORS WANTED9th Annual

SMOKEY BEAR DAYSCapitan, NM

May 4 & 5, 2012Booth space is 10’ x 10’

Booth fee for the event is $50 untilApril 20th and $60 after that date.

There is also a $10/day fee for atemporary business license.

Application deadline is April 27th.This is a rain or shine or wind

event. Please be prepared.All the information that you need

to apply is on the web site atwww.sbhacapitan.org

Food Service SupervisorJOB SUMMARY:

To train and supervise food service staff (wait staff and food servers) in proper

procedures for all food service.To fulfill duties and responsibilities in an

independent manner.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:1. Supervises and directs work in the food service department in

accordance with established policies and procedures.2. Inventories and orders food service supplies.3. Prepares work schedule; monitors, and records employee at-

tendance and performance.4. Prepares and approves employee time cards and food con-

sumption reports.5. Identifies equipment problems and schedules repairs with ser-

vice personnel.6. Attends staff meetings.7. Reports staffing, morale, work methods, and procedure prob-

lems to the department head.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:1. Two years’ restaurant or institutional food service experience,

including knowledge of food handling, service, and sanitation.2. Good communication and supervisory skills.

Applications are available at the Receptionist Desk located on the 2nd floor of the Executive Offices. RUIDOSO DOWNS RACE TRACK & CASINO IS A DRUG – FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT AS WELL AS AN EQUAL

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY. Employment with Ruidoso Downs Race Track & Casino is contingent upon a successful drug screening test.

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© 2012 BRER Affiliates Inc. An independently owned and operated broker member of BRER Affiliates, Inc. Prudential, the Prudential logo and the rock symbol are registered service marks of Prudential Financial, Inc. and its related entities, registered in many jurisdictions worldwide. Used under license with no other affiliation with Prudential. Equal Housing Opportunity.

RENTALSHOUSES

225 SANTIAGO CIRCLE – FURN or UNF 3 BDR / 2 BA w/2-car garage, microwave, dishwasher, & W/D. $3000/Mo includes utilities.101 RANCHER ROAD – UNF 2 BDR, 1 3/4 BA w/1 car garage, wood-burning FP & fenced yard. $950/Mo + utilities. (On the Market - Subject to show-ing with a lawful 30-day notice) MONTH to MONTH ONLY

258 DEER PARK DRIVE – UNF 3 BDR, 2 BA w/2-car garage, elec. range, refrigera-tor, microwave, dishwasher & W/D. Gas log FP, A/C & Water softener. $1800/Mo + utilities. (Available 4-30-12. Shown by Appt. ONLY)

HOUSES100 ALLISON LANE – UNF 2 BDR, 1 BA. Wood-burning stove, hookups for stackable W/D. Pet OK w/owner approval. $750/Mo + utilities. (On the Market - Subject to showing with a lawful 30-day notice)323 HEATH DRIVE – FURN 4 BDR, 2 3/4 BA cabin with knotty pine interior and large wooded yard. $975/Mo + utilities.

CONDOS1230 MECHEM DRIVE #15 – UNF 3 BDR, 3 BA condo at The Springs. $1200/Mo + utilities. (Available 5-21-12).

COMMERCIAL2900 SUDDERTH DRIVE – Large building at the corner of Sudderth & Mechem with many potential uses. Come take a look.

MTD MEDIA IS SEEKING A VALUABLE MEMBER OF OUR ADMINISTRATIVE AND ADVERTISING STAFF:

RECEPTIONIST/CLASSIFED ADVERTISING CLERK ICall Kim at 575-258-9922 or send your resume

to [email protected] a member of growing team and apply for our front office position where YOUR people and

administrative skills are sought!Job Purpose: This full-time position will placeclassified ads, make first contact with visitors,

support the marketing/sales staff and backup the billing specialist and office manager.

Skills/Qualifications: We seek candidates with ex-cellent skills in verbal & electronic communication, Microsoft Office, organization, marketing support

and supply management.

All AmericAn reAltySALES & RENTALS

CommercialInvestment Property

1300 sq.ft. metal building (leased)Plus two residences

707 sq.ft. and 452 sq.ft.$340,000

Call 257-8444 for info.~ ~ ~

Unique furnishings/DécorOne bedroom home in Alto

$800/mo. Bills paid.Very unique furnishings/décor

Includes everything you’ll need fora short or long-term stay.

Call Pat at All American Realty575-257-8444/575-937-7611

SECTION 8VOUCHERS WELCOME

Inspiration Heights Apartment Homes

1, 2, and3 bedrooms.

Nestled in the pines of Ruidoso Downs

301 Sierra Lane378-4236

Under New OwnershipThis institution is an Equal

Opportunity Provider.

175 Indian Divide (between Capitan

& Carrizozo)

Thurs - Sat10-4

All other daysby appointment

575-354-4275575-937-5854

Milagro Hill

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El CapitanApartments

Large 1 & 2bedroom apartments,

long or shortterm lease.

$450-$550/ month. Convenient Village

location, School Sys-tem walking distance.

354-0967

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April 25th, 26th, 27th & 28th

May 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th

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