Abilities Conference Aims to Shift Hiring Mindset
The Eastern Plains Council of Government hosts a FOA conference at Eastern New Mexico University from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. focusing on employing people with disabilities. EPCOG's David Brown, who is over 80 percent deaf, highlights assistive tech like text messaging and Bluetooth aids to help both deaf and blind workers. Pat White of the New Mexico Commission for the Blind discusses blind people’s job potential and independence.
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Sign of the Times Alisa Boswell Portales News Tribune
Alisa Boswell reports on cultural or community developments as Portales News-Tribune notes shifts in local scenes. Details focus on evolving social trends and notable local figures impacting Portales.
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Three foods Bobbie Bruffett would choose for life
Portales business owner Bobbie Bruffett says if limited to three foods for life, beef chicken and milk top her list. She cites nutrition and taste as the reasons. Compiled by PNT correspondent Linda Long.
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DairyFest at Curry County Events Center Saturday
The DairyFest runs 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday at the Curry County Events Center. Admission is 1. Entertainment includes singer Mark Chesnutt. Details are on pntonline.com.
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Aging no excuse for inaction and new glasses
A writer shares visits to eye and dental professionals highlighting aging as not a justification for inaction. The piece reflects on past abilities, now challenged, and ends with a nod to Lonnie in the Lions Club and an email contact.
World Craft Fair Lantern Workshop at Portales Library
Portales Public Library hosts a multicultural summer program workshop for second to sixth graders to make paper lanterns at 10 30 a m. The event is free and open to the public.
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