Roswell Police Department Earns State Accreditation in 2014
Roswell Police Chief Phil Smith celebrates state accreditation by the New Mexico Law Enforcement Professional Standards Council in May 2014. The department passed its first evaluation with flying colors, showcasing professional training, state of the art equipment, and strong community service standards.
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Phil Smith
Roswell
New Mexico Law Enforcement Professional Standards Council
Smith
Scott Chambers
New Mexico
Joe Smith
Phi Smith
State of New Mexico
Polar Party Kicks Off Girl Scout Cookie Season
The Polar Party marks the New Year for the Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest with a polar bears theme. Rebecca Taylor notes activities from blubber science to igloo building and cookie sales kickoff January 17. Last year Chaves County sold over 45,000 boxes. proceeds stay locally for council programs and district archery offerings.
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Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest
Rebecca Taylor
Chaves County
Taylor
Council
Girl Scouts
Glitter helicopters in Roswell spark moonlit mystery
In Roswell on January 5 2015 residents report glittering helicopters seen at night and yards later covered with a shiny material prompting questions about government tests or extraterrestrial origins. The town recalls a cold winter evening as the incident unfolds under a bright full moon.
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Roswell
Rip Taylor
Olsen seeks more green thumbs to join Garden Club
Isabel Olsen, long time Home Garden Club member and NMGC Inc state president, urges Roswell residents to join and grow club membership. She notes the value of soil and water differences, her statewide travel as president, and hosting the Pecos Valley Iris Society Iris Show each May.
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Garden Club
Isabel Olsen
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Chaves
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New Mexico
Roswell
San Diego
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Second Saturday Students Create Flutter Flags for Display
Students in Roswell participated in Second Saturday crafting flutter flags led by artist in residence Rachel Hayes. The finished works were hung outside the Roswell Museum and Art Center for public display, highlighting local arts engagement.
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Rachel Hayes
Roswell
Roswell Museum and Art Center
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