Roswell celebrates Pacific Island culture and care for others
Luan Hart advocates global awareness and simple acts of kindness as NMMI cadets showcase Pacific island cultures at Sweet Leilani’s. The event honors local supporters including Debra Young, Pioneer Bank, Laurie Jorge, KBIM Radio, and Roswell officials.
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Roswell Veteran Cemetery Move Nears Realization
Eldridge, city officials, and Willis have worked for about a year to establish a Roswell veterans cemetery. Once land improvements like irrigation roads and fencing are in place, the city will maintain it. Eldridge cites easingburial costs for veterans and visiting families as primary motivation.
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Hopi Code Talkers Identified Total Reaches Ten
The Hopi Nation recognizes ten WWII Code Talkers after two more were identified. Elders recall the secrecy and reluctance to discuss the war while veterans faced cleansing rituals after returning home. Officials note Hopi tradition de-emphasizes military pride and record-keeping.
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French Brothers begin expansion with model home in new Chaves County project
Tom French and his brothers Jim and Billy plan to complete 50 more homes in the Sorrento development over the next two years. The Alamogordo builders are expanding outside their home area and will offer 15 floor plans with a model home open daily for walk ins. The model site will be accessible seven days a week with hours from 10 to 5 Monday through Saturday and 1 to 5 on Sunday.
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States weigh Arizona style immigration laws across the nation
The Supreme Court decision on SB 1070 could spur similar measures in Alabama Georgia Indiana South Carolina and Utah while Mississippi Pennsylvania and others signal eagerness if allowed. Some states face farm labor concerns and political divides complicating adoption. An estimated 11 million illegal immigrants exist in the United States with about 6.1 million from Mexico according to Pew.
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