Winds of change in Roosevelt County cotton farming
Portales farmers shift to irrigated cotton due to drought and low rainfall. Colin Chandler says acreage won’t drop but will tilt toward irrigation. The insured planting deadline is today and acreage estimates will follow. ARGEN DUNCAN reports from Portales.
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D and D Backhoe Plumbing and Heating Opens Locally
D and D Backhoe Plumbing and Heating at 713 E First St runs 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday. Services include water gas and sewer lines plumbing repairs septic tank leads excavation and water heaters. Locally owned and family operated, compiled by Linda Long.
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Blood drive for Aplastic Anemia awareness at Portales McDonald’s
A blood drive to raise awareness of Aplastic Anemia will be held Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 30 p.m. at the Portales McDonald’s. Entertainment will be by WILL BANISTER and the MULBERRY BAND. For information contact Joyce Price at 359 0237 or visit bloodhero.com.
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Summer reading program registration at Portales Library
Morning briefing notes that registration opens at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Portales Public Library. Activities include jump houses and games. More details available at pntonline.com.
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Soda water memories from Lubbock and family summers
Helena Rodriguez recalls summers with Grandpa Chico and Grandma Chaya in Lubbock. She remembers soda water as a preferred treat, the family’s Kool-Aid with summer squash, and local water taste issues. She notes regional terms for carbonated drinks and hints at cutting back on soda.
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Teen Movie at Portales Library Friday Afternoon
Portales Public Library screens The Last Airbender at 2 p.m. for youth ages 12 to 18. The PG rated film is free and open to the public.
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