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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 2012
Page
1
Actress and comedian Roseanne Barr announced on Thursday her candidacy for the Green Party presidential nomination saying she is a longtime supporter and eager to work with like minded people.
Local news roundup highlights from Tucumcari include Alex Escobar's coverage of key developments. Artesia's girls team defeats Goddard, with updates on the Boomer Expo set for Saturday and BBBS naming Bill Wolf as CEO.
The Lake Arthur basketball team played tough defense and hustle but could not score enough, losing 35-27 to NMMIC. Lake Arthur trailed 6-5 after the first quarter and 12-10 at halftime, then fell further behind as the Colts outscored the Panthers 15-11 in the final period.
Obituary for Jacky Weir and Vanita Jean Propes listed on page A6. Also brief sports and weather sections with a low temperature and precipitation outlook noted.
Senate leader Tim Jennings questions governor webcasting of Legislature alleging political motives. He cites uneven coverage claiming cameras favored Democrats and calls for uniform, transparent webcasting with clear funding sources. Page A7.
The New Mexico House sped through measures to streamline the Public Regulation Commission and set minimum qualifications for elected members. Supporters say the changes will boost efficiency and better prepare regulators for complex utility and telecommunications issues. See PRC, Page A7.
Roswell Regional Hospital staff enjoyed a day of celebration as the sale to Lovelace Health System Inc. was finalized with the contract signed on Thursday. Frederick French, a gastroenterologist and original owner, confirmed the official transaction.
Donald Trump endorsed Mitt Romney for president in Las Vegas amid rival rumors about Newt Gingrich. Romney welcomed the support and joked about the Trump drama as Nevada caucus coverage intensified.
Roswell City Administrator Larry Fry said Jeannie Madsen is reinstated with the Roswell Police Department after a Labor Relations Board ruling but remains on paid administrative leave. Madsen, an RPD detective, faced arrest Jan 9 2011 for a domestic violence incident involving her spouse Sgt Eric Madsen. He was discharged in February 2011 for a related matter and Madsen’s case was placed on probation under Pre-Prosecution Diversion.
Artesia police concluded the investigation into the murder of security guard Michael Evans. The agency linked an aggravated assault at a Circle K on Wednesday to a drive by shooting that killed Evans on Sunday. Detectives found items used in the assault during a search of a residence connected to suspect Bobby Smith.
In a wheelchair and with an oxygen machine, 85 year old Reies Lopez Tijerina attended a Santa Fe event marking the 1848 signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. He helped ignite the Chicano Movement after leading an armed raid over land rights. He contends the U S government seized millions of acres from Latinos after the war. The treaty pledged respect for private land holdings and grants from Spanish and Mexican periods.
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