Pioneer Profiles Kennedy grows roots in Roosevelt County faith
Third in a series on Roosevelt County 2003 Pioneer of the Year profiles Maureen Ferris Kennedy recalls moving to Causey in 1936 after which church welcomed her family She taught at Causey Elementary for 21 years including 20 years driving a school bus and earned a BS in 1957 and a MS in 1968 from Eastern New Mexico University Kennedy married Hollis B Kennedy in 1980 and lived in Portales before his 1994 death Her children grandchildren and great grandchildren number 10 4 9 respectively Kennedy credits hard work and staying active for her long life with family visits and farm work as ongoing joys.
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Justices Endorse Michigan Law School Race Program
The Supreme Court upholds a race conscious admissions approach in a University of Michigan law school program while striking down a rigid point based policy for undergraduates. The opinion favors diverse classrooms and allows race as one factor among many, rejecting inflexible preferences.
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High Court Divides Over Law School Admissions Racial Policy
Justices split over Michigan Law School admissions practices with dissenters led by Rehnquist and Scalia arguing against race based bonuses. Concerns cited include exclusionary systems producing racially disproportionate results and calls to uphold academic qualification standards.
New Mexico Talks Tipped Wage Gap and State Law Fix
A business group leader notes federal tipped wage at 2.13 dollars while total pay must meet 5.15 dollars. If state law adds 0.45 dollars, many firms would pay more than federal minimums. Lawmakers expect a revamp before the special session to align with federal provisions.
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Two Artists Exhibit at Golden Library ENMU July to August
Eastern New Mexico Universitys Golden Library hosts Joyce Fraze and Zillah Fraze from Texas for a July 3 to August 1 art show. Joyce cites arthritis hindering painting while Zillah enjoys landscapes windmills horses cattle and wildlife. Community Services Center fundraiser June 13 raised about 1000 for United Way with local business support.
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Protesters rally against condo plan in peaceful demonstrations
Demonstrators in Sacramento lament city proposals to build a condo development near the capitol. One speaker named Sage praises civic engagement as police deter disruptions with measured force. The protest stalls traffic and highlights concerns about biotech crops and hunger at the agriculture conference.
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Debate over biotech farming and hunger relief protests
U S officials argue biotechnology can cut pesticide use and boost yields to fight world hunger while activists warn about long term health risks and corporate influence on farming. J B Penn of the USDA says demonstrations show a poor grasp of goals and questions the protest against helping the hungry.
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New Mexico DHS Urges ID Checks in Minor Sting Cases
An undercover minor sting in New Mexico sparked caution from agents about disguising ages. Officials say strict rules prevent dressing minors to appear older and emphasize clerks check IDs to curb sales to underage customers. Public safety officials stressed routine inspections and potential penalties for retailers violating age laws.
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Judge Hearings Highlight Nuckols Comment on Fair Decision
Nuckols defended following advice and said a judge can critique methods and fine him a dollar. He argued judges listen to both sides to reach a fair ruling.
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