Four teenagers tried in Cahoon Park double murder case
Jaqvin Montoya, 17, convicted in May of two counts each of first degree murder and other charges for the 2022 Cahoon Park killings of Cameron Luna and Jorge Armendariz Jr. Montoya given two life sentences with possible parole after 25 years. Two co defendants Gallegos and Romero convicted in November, while David Salas-Silva received two years probation after no contest plea to tampering with evidence.
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Cahoon Park
Jaqvin Montoya
Montoya
Cameron Luna
Jorge Luis Armendariz Jr
Roswell
Thomas Lilley
New Mexico
Sandra Gallagher
Carlos Gallegos
Damian Romero
Dou
Luna
Armendariz
Gallegos
Romero
Salas-Silva
Jessica Montoya
County projects advance plans for Roswell outdoor venue
Chaves County Commissioners discussed 2024 progress on planned projects including a downtown outdoor entertainment venue near the Roswell Cultural Plaza two blocks east of the county courthouse. The plan envisions a permanent stage, seating, public art, shade, restrooms and electricity, aiming for a city feel in a small town.
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Chaves County
Roswell
Bill Williams
Big City
13 year old Jace Green wins U.S. youth bull riding abroad
Dex ter native Jace Green, aged 13, traveled to Australia with the U.S. youth bull riding team to compete in Mount Isa Rodeo and Elite Rodeo in Townsville Queensland. The team scored 714.5 points to beat Australia 635. Green won multiple events and earned 284.5 personal points, expressing pride in representing the United States. He plans to ride with the U.S. team again.
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Jace Green
Team USA
Townsville
Queensland
Australia
United States
Dexter
U.S
Mount Isa
Ing
Jace
New Mexico
Roswell and Lena coordinate FEMA flood relief plan
Roswell progresses with FEMA aid through a Public Assistance expert and forensic accountants. Lena Lena notes fast project categorization and cost estimation to secure timely reimbursements, allowing Roswell to fund flood repairs without draining local operations. Cole stresses rapid funding through FEMA standards and contractor bids for damaged waterways roads facilities and equipment.
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Ruidoso
Eric Queller
Cole
Ron Sena
Sena
Lena
Chad
FEMA
Roswell
Roswell Wins Bid to Host National Championship Air Races 2025
Roswell Air Center emerged as the chosen site for the National Championship Air Races, with RARA officials citing open land for race courses and long term growth. Key figures Fred Telling and Terry Matter highlighted safety, medical resources, and large guest parking as decisive factors. The event debuts September 10 14 2025, promising large crowds and extensive logistical support.
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Fred Telling
RARA
Roswell
Telling
Vals
Terry Matter
Rara Board
Air Center
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