Lawmakers back ranchers in antelope fence dispute
A bipartisan group led by Lt. Gov. Ferguson formed to back Roswell area ranchers in the antelope fence controversy. Sen. Bill Lee will head the effort with Rep. Colin McMillan as spokesman. The BLM fence changes aim to ease antelope movement, but ranchers warn of impacts on predator control and breeding.
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Roswell approves track bid and school hires
Roswell School Board approves Armstrong Construction Co. bid of 25 586 for a Goddard High School track build set to begin in February and finish in about 60 days. Three teachers are hired to replace leave and resignations. Board members want applicants present at voting time.
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Ferguson eyes race for governor in New Mexico
Lt. Gov. Robert E. Ferguson weighs a gubernatorial bid as he sends more than 1,000 mail surveys across New Mexico to test support. He is the only serious candidate conducting a mail survey amid a field watching announcements and fundraising. He notes concerns over funding and future contenders, while former Gov. Bruce King runs a telephone poll that overlaps with Ferguson’s efforts.
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Bob” Ferguson
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Carter's comin Washington Inauguration Rolls On
President elect Carter prepares for his Washington arrival from Plains Georgia. He leaves Plains to join an inaugural gala at the Kennedy Center amid preinaugural events while outgoing President Ford hosts a surprise party for Betty Ford. John Carter, 52, says he feels a bit sad about leaving home but awaits the move.
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Ford hosts surprise party as term nears end
President Ford marks his final full day in office with a 100-guest White House gathering including Cabinet members. He plans to invite new Republican lawmakers to visit before Carter’s swearing in, while other officials discuss federal land use and antelope fencing with state leaders and the Game and Fish director.
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New Mexico Considers Tax Relief Amid Budget Debate
Gov. Apodaca backs grocery tax exemption but urges caution on relief bills. Senate momentum grows for immediate $45 million yearly tax rebate via $35 checks, while mining taxes could rise about $41 million annually to bolster state finances. Rep. Edward Lopez plays a pivotal role in shaping the package.
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