Tractor Supply and FFA seek local ag projects funding in NM
Tractor Supply Co. stores in New Mexico launch the third Grants for Growing campaign to fund agricultural projects through local FFA chapters. Applications due February 14 require a detailed proposal. grants range from 500 to 5000 dollars. A 10 day in store fundraiser runs February 16 to 25 with all donations staying in-state.
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Gorge Bridge officer plan defeated at New Mexico Capitol
The House Finance and Appropriations Committee unanimously blocked House Bill 166 to fund three state police officers at the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge with $156,000 a year. Opponents questioned effectiveness and cost, noting salaries would total $288,000 annually and suggesting security or railing modifications may be impractical.
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Pruitt outlines office operations and qualifications in local race
Pruitt explains how the office operates and taxes are computed and who receives tax funds. He aims to train staff for smooth succession. The candidate, a 2011 13 Army veteran with ENMU Roswell degrees, serves as treasurer for Leadership Roswell and is a Chaves County GOP delegate. He is engaged to Evelynn Lopez with four children. Willard unavailable for comment. he holds an associate from NMMI and a finance degree, and has worked in the Chaves County Assessor's Office since 1992.
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County boosts revenue with Safety Net Care Pool tax rise
Continued from Page A1 the county plans a 1/12 increase in gross receipts taxes for the Safety Net Care Pool. Approved last year the levy should bring in nearly 2 million for the indigent fund preserving the general fund. Oil and gas revenue also rises to about 14 million from 13.45 million this year. General assignment reporter Mike Smith can be reached at 575-622-7710 ext 307 or sports2 rdrnews.com.
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Intersection to close for construction
The West Country Club Road and Union Montana Avenue intersection will close for about six weeks starting Monday for a four lane expansion on North Union between West 19th Avenue. Access to Peachtree Village and Crossroads Assembly of God Church remains via Montana Avenue. Country Club Road access will be cut.
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Anthony Cazares Charged In Marijuana Possession
Police blotter reports 25 year old Anthony Cazares charged with possession of marijuana at 11 29 a m near West Second Street and North Lea Avenue. Do not confuse with 48 year old Anthony Casarez of Tonex Solutions.
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