Firing of Quintana Sparks County Commission Debate
Two of three Chaves County Commissioners explained their reasons for firing County Manager Hubert Quintana at a recent meeting. Commissioner Ortega pressed for accountability questioning hospital ties and tax policy while Hobson faced accusations of hurting staff morale amid budget concerns.
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Waylon Jennings Dies at 64 in Arizona Sunset
Singer Waylon Jennings died at his home in Arizona after a long battle with diabetes related health problems. The outlaw country icon had 60 albums and 16 No 1 singles in a five decade career and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Fellow stars Johnny Cash Willie Nelson Kris Kristofferson and Emmylou Harris mourned his loss. Jennings and wife Jessi Colter had relocated from Nashville to Chandler Arizona after selling their home.
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Four Republicans to speak at Roswell candidate forum
Four of six Republican candidates for New Mexico 2nd Congressional District will attend a Friday forum at the Spanish Presbyterian Church in Roswell. Speakers include Andy Kissner Las Cruces C Earl Greer Truth or Consequences Leo Martinez Ruidoso and Steve Pearce Hobbs outlining positions and goals.
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Legislature Passes 3.9 Billion Budget to Gov Johnson
The New Mexico Legislature sent a 3.9 billion budget package to Gov Gary Johnson as adjournment nears. Johnson may veto citing an unworkable plan though he could veto line items or sign with cuts. House okayed the Senate bill 43-24 amid GOP opposition and a proposed 4.5 percent across the board cut for Medicaid.
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