Immigration Bill Heads To Full Senate
The Senate Judiciary Committee approves a sweeping immigration bill 13-5, setting up a floor fight on border security, same sex marriage provisions, and paths to citizenship. President Obama endorses the plan as a framework for reform amid party and interest group pressures.
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Dysfunction on Capitol Hill Slows Obama Agenda
Washington seeks to curb filibusters and holds as investigations fuel gridlock. Senate obstacles and tea party resistance complicate Obama nominees and policy aims despite broad public backing for gun checks and higher taxes on the wealthy. The ATF has lacked a confirmed director amid ongoing partisan standoff.
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Urlacher's Lovington roots spark NFL fame and later charity
Urlacher kept ties to Lovington while excelling in the NFL thanks to his charity work with the Lovington school system. He helped fund the Wildcats blue turf and a new conditioning facility and provided free Nike shoes to the team through his endorsement deal. In federal politics, Senate gridlock hampers Obama champions as 85 judgeships sit vacant amid GOP resistance and party polarization.
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NMJC Youth College Offers Wide Range of Summer Classes
NMJC Training and Outreach invites children to a varied summer program at 4000 West Millen Drive Hobbs. Courses include Excel PowerPoint Paint drawing in 3D and an online scavenger hunt with a house design project. Grades 1 through 8 have a schedule of reading, science, math and fitness classes at $25 per class with some supply fees.
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School Board Discusses Bond Plans and Staffing Changes
The board discussed brick and mortar school buildings over portable options, with a 2015 completion note on bonds. Eight district retirees and 16 resignations were reported, while seven new hires and 27 open positions were noted amid staffing pressures. A five year Facility Master Plan and various 2013 2014 budget items were unanimously approved.
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Lori Justus
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Gloria Torres
Jason Walker
Maria Walker
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Sadie Ratliff
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Mary Shivers
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