NMFA oversight debated as officials miss meetings
The New Mexico Finance Authority faces scrutiny over governance as two Cabinet secretaries on the board missed meetings while others sent reps. Critics say staff drive board work, raising accountability concerns and prompting calls to tighten structure and oversight.
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Corn for People Not Fuel Editorial St Louis Post-Dispatch
The editorial urges trimming or waiving the ethanol mandate as drought raises corn prices and risks food shortages in the Sahel. It argues car fuel demands distort markets and warns of global hunger, urging policy to favor people over fuel. It cites EPA decisions and economic studies.
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Extremist label used against Paul Ryan sparks debate
The New York Times branded Paul Ryan an extremist in a lead editorial arguing his budget plan and entitlement reforms would slash federal programs. The piece contrasts Ryan’s positions with President Obama’s large spending approach, and cites conservative tax and gun rights stances as examples often labeled extreme.
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Doonesbury Dear Doctor K Insect Repellent Guidance
The advice covers safe, effective repellents: DEET remains most effective in high tick or disease areas. Lemon eucalyptus PMD, and Picaridin offer good Mosquito protection. 2-undecanone lasts hours but requires caution. IR3535 provides short-term protection. Avoid frequent reapplication. for long exposures prioritize DEET or PMD.
Dinwiddie triumphs in barrel racing at Chaves County Rodeo
Deedra Dinwiddie of Roswell dominated the Senior Division at the Chaves County 4-H Junior Rodeo held at the Eastern New Mexico State Fairgrounds. Dinwiddie clocked 18.301 unofficially, about three‑quarters of a second faster than Robin Clavel of Roy at 19.217 and Dallas Sullivan of Winston at 19.483.
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