New Mexico Board Orders Recount At Over One Million
The canvassing board voted to authorize a presidential recount in 11 precincts across Colfax Taos and Union counties. Frost’s challenge to Harden will trigger costs exceeding 1.1 million with 765130 for poll workers and 241620 for sheriff summonses.
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Stress drops after Lightspan testing ends in RISD schools
Roswell Independent School District elementary teachers report lower stress this year after the district halted weekly and triweekly Lightspan tests mandated by former Superintendent Manny Rodriguez. Teachers say the testing created daily workload and stress from frequent reports, a concern raised by educators including fifth grade Nancy Lopez Elementary’s Cheryl Rumbaugh.
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Hearing for NMMI suit postponed in May
District Judge Jay Forbes would decide on a possible permanent injunction for 14 cadets who allege due process rights were violated by NMMI officials suspending them over a Thanksgiving party with alcohol. Cadets' attorney Stuart Shaner would not explain cancellation or rescheduling. NMMI spokesperson Chief Warrant Officer Carl Hansen said he was informed the hearing was canceled with no date set.
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Sierra Middle School students shop Angel Tree in Roswell
Angel Tree volunteers from Sierra Middle School eighth grade Honors Society buy gifts at Target for Salvation Army angels. Chris Lewis chooses Mega Bloks and a stuffed dog for a 1 year old boy, while Meghan Sanchez selects for a 12 year old girl. More than 850 families will be aided by this year’s Angel Tree, now in its sixth year of Sierra’s participation.
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Iraq to bring top Saddam figures to court next week
In Baghdad, top figures of Saddam Hussein's ousted regime will face court next week for the first time since a five months ago appearance. They may receive formal indictments next month. Detainees have not met with lawyers, angering Saddam's lawyers. Charged crimes include war crimes mass killings and suppression of the 1991 Shiite uprising. Saddam himself will not appear next week.
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Cadet Cleared of Rape Charge in Santa Fe Case
Former NMMI cadet Christopher Martinez, 17, was acquitted of rape and kidnapping charges after a jury in Santa Fe found him guilty only of contributing to the delinquency of a minor. Co-defendant Ryan Park pleaded guilty to lesser charges. sentencing date pending. Judge Barbara Vigil barred the girl's prior sexual assault history from trial.
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Roswell
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New Roswell Daily Record Names Circulation Director
Tara May reports Josh Stephenson is named the new circulation director of the Roswell Daily Record. He has 25 years in Roswell, rising from district manager of circulation to lead the mail room, subscription payments, and customer concerns after deputy Aric Griffin’s death. He lives in Roswell with his wife and six week old son David.
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