New Mexico Centennial Posts Highlight State History And Redistricting
Roswell author Dave Clary notes NM nearly became a state in 1850 as California joined the union while disputes over slavery delayed statehood. The article also recounts the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant opening in 1988 and a 1972 Baloon Fiesta date correction, plus a January 6 Grand Centennial Ball funding children’s initiatives. The piece ends with Gov Susana Martinez’s redistricting dispute and looming legal costs as cases proceed before an early January ruling.
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New Mexico
State Department of Cultural Affairs
Dave Clary
Roswell
California
Clary
Zachary Taylor
New Mexico Territory
Texas
Albuquerque
Santa Fe
Children's Legacy Fund
New Mexico Governors’ Initiative
Museum of
Arizona
Alamogordo
Portales
There Is a Santa Claus, Virginia
In a famous editorial, the New York Sun declares There is a Santa Claus, asserting belief in wonder and faith over skepticism. It emphasizes that love, generosity, and childhood joy prove Santa’s presence beyond what is seen and measurable.
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Santa Claus
Papa
Virginia
Virginias
New York
Why You blush more than others and what to do
Blushing happens when facial capillaries widen due to brain signals from emotions or irritation. Spicy foods alcohol or illness can trigger it. Sudden flushing with wheezing diarrhea or hives may signal carcinoid syndrome. seek medical advice for such red flag symptoms. Regular blushing is not under conscious control.
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Doctor K
Rosace
Christmas grief on war and freedom at Arlington
The piece mourns families of Iraq and Afghanistan dead this Christmas and contrasts holiday joy with loss. It notes Arlington National Cemetery near the Pentagon, wreaths on headstones, and calls for war to be a last resort. It argues freedom costs blood, not cash, amid debates on oppression and rights.
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Andy Williams
Iraq
Afghanistan
Christ
Arlington National Cemetery
Pentagon
Arlington
Fox
Wayland Campus Favorite Ronny Bowen Named 1986 87
Ronny Bowen of Roswell has been selected as Wayland Baptist University 1986 87 Campus Favorite during the Christmas banquet. Bowen, 22, is a senior public relations major and 1982 Goddard High School graduate, noted for SGA leadership and his election victory. Flora Vista Elementary names November Falcons of the Month across all grades with Rigoberto Ocon as sportsman of the month.
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Ronny Bowen
Roswell
Wayland Baptist University
Bowen
Pat Bowen
Goddard High School
Flora Vista Elementary School
Flora Vista
Daniel Gomez
Felicia Rodriguez
Julia Stone
Erwin Larios
Angelica Lucero
Cruz Zavala
Rafael Gutierrez
Lorenza Rivera
Maria Munoz
Rudy de la Rosa
Sde
Monica Ceballos
el Flores
Selene
Brandon
Martin Duran
Monica Talamantes
Rita Espinosa
Veronica Juarez
Melissa
Rigoberto Ocon
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Fray Angelico Chavez History Library
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Virginia O’hanlon
Ninety-Fifth Street
Doonesbury
Uttle Girlz
Dr. K
United Media Syndicate
Kath Bell
Cal
Thomas
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