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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 2011
Page
1
Santa Fe police detective James Vigil, fighting to reclaim his job, claims a federal investigation focused on the city manager and a state official. He spoke at a Wednesday press conference as reports emerged on the case.
Gov voices doubt on tax cap as policy debate grows. A third Valero suspect surrenders. Enmar plane finally unveiled. Rio Rancho tests Goddard in Week 1. Gateway Christian earns a measured evaluation.
In a sluggish start to the Goddard and NMMI boys soccer season, GHS defeated NMMI 2-0 as both teams failed to finish early chance after early saves and miscues kept scoring at bay. NMMI's Angel Reyes had an open look in the second minute but was unable to convert.
A monstrous Hurricane Irene tightened its path along the Eastern Seaboard threatening 65 million along a shore hugging route from North Carolina to New England. The Category 3 storm with 115 mph winds was expected to bring widespread misery to major cities on the I 95 corridor including Washington New York and Boston. Max Mayfield called it one of his three worst possible situations predicting billions in damage and an impact on the U S economy. Ships were ordered to sea as towns emptied and crops were pulled up in North Carolina.
Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge near Roswell, famed as a desert oasis for migratory birds and endangered species, faces extreme drought. Biologist Jeffrey Sanchez says wetlands are at historic lows, with only about half an inch of rain received and capacity under 50 percent this season.
Jeannie Madsen trial was vacated after a last minute settlement though listed on the docket. A Roswell police officer witness reportedly did not receive cancellation notice and the District Attorney noted the schedule remained as of Wednesday. The incident dates to January when detective Jeannie Madsen and husband Eric Madsen argued. he said she kicked and struck him causing bruises and scrapes.
Governor Susana Martinez announced the sale of the state owned twin engine Cessna Citation Bravo for 2.5 million dollars. The buyers are a retired Anchorage Alaska couple Robert and Linda Felland who plan to use the aircraft in Wisconsin as well. The jet was purchased in 2005 by the Richardson administration for 5.5 million dollars and used by the former governor.
A natural gas leak in Melendez Park Roswell forced about 20 residences a preschool and several businesses to evacuate Thursday morning. The leak was caused when firefighters damaged a 2 inch distribution line while moving a park fence with a Bobcat near Roswell Fire Station No. 2. The New Mexico Gas Company controlled the leak within an hour.
In a blue Roswell home Esperanza House Inc. offers child victims a friendly alternative to police interviews. Mandy Airhart says relaxed clothing and trained interviewers help children talk easier. Founder Mike Turner notes the 20 year mission to provide compassionate care to abuse and sexual assault victims.
Roswell's Economic Development Committee told the City Council that area employers will need 443 workers in the coming 12 months, spanning skilled and general labor. EDC discussed local expansions, challenges, opportunities, and goals for the year as Jessica Armendariz stressed retention to ensure hires align with new company openings.
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