Roswell names interim city manager as Kath Phillips takes post
The Roswell City Council approved Kath Phillips as interim city manager starting July 5 at 135000 per year with a 400 monthly car allowance and 890 monthly phone stipend. Jonathan Phillips resigns effective Sept 6 and city attorney William Zarr leaves for Albuquerque. A permanent replacement search is launched with Waters & Co. to field 3 to 5 finalists over up to six months.
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Dry conditions dominate most of New Mexico in monsoon period
Data from the U S Drought Monitor shows 95 percent of New Mexico at least abnormally dry with 27 percent under moderate drought. Record July heat and low rainfall followed a wetter prior year, with Roswell averaging 86.5 degrees and Sunport July rainfall well below average.
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Roswell shops lure bargain buyers during tax free weekend
Weekend estimates NM sales tax losses reach 3.5 million statewide in 2015 with city costs near 5 million. Downtown Roswell stores urge shoppers to consider local options offering lower prices and near new items. Bows & Britches owner Samantha Wagoner notes shirts from 1 and up and bargain bar items. Once Again Consignments highlights designer items at steep discounts.
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Man Arrested for Marijuana Possession and Paraphernalia
Toby J. Riggs, 33, was arrested in the 100 block of West 19th Street at 6 20 p m on charges of possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia after investigators found a baggie of marijuana and a glass smoking device. An arson report notes a sedan fire on Jackson Drive at 9 p m Wednesday.
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First West Nile case reported in New Mexico this year
State health officials announced the first human West Nile case in New Mexico for the year. A 40 year old Rio Arriba County woman was hospitalized with neuroinvasive disease but is recovering at home. Authorities warn risk rises for older adults and those with health issues.
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