Wildfire Expands Near Timberon in Otero County
Otero County Sheriff Benny House said about 15 structures were burned along the fire perimeter near Timberon on Wednesday night. Timberon lies 25 miles southeast of Alamogordo in wooded hills as multiagency teams prepare to take command. Deputies urged evacuation door to door, with several dozen residents staying at a Cloudcroft shelter while many found other accommodations.
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Roswell Woman Pleads Guilty in Meth Trafficking Case
Desti ny Stephenson, 35, of Roswell, pleaded guilty in Las Cruces federal court to conspiracy and possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. She admitted involvement in a June July 2015 conspiracy and was tied to 58.5 grams found in her vehicle. The plea comes as OCIDET FBI DEA task force continues the larger OCDETF investigation in Chaves County. A sentencing date is not set. co defendant Susan Ceballos also pleaded guilty to related charges.
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Rough Rock Navajo community endures water outage
The Rough Rock area on the Navajo Nation lost water for five days after a pump motor failed July 3, affecting 371 customers. Repairs began July 7 but storage levels dropped again, prompting conservation to about 100 gallons per day. A replacement part was ordered for Friday. Livestock owners were told to obtain water from other chapters.
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Steve Wolfe Named Outstanding Citizen for Second Quarter
Roswell resident Steve Wolfe received the Outstanding Citizen award for the second quarter of 2016 at a City Council meeting. A Neighborhood Watch advisor since 2009 and former Chaves County Crime Stoppers president, he led crime-prevention efforts with local police and fire departments and organized programs to combat bullying in Roswell schools.
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McGaffey Street Closure For Water Main Repairs
Beginning Monday West McGaffey Street will close from Washington Avenue to Missouri Avenue for five days to repair a leaking water main. The truck route detours traffic at Union Avenue to Hobbs Street and Lea Avenue. Water pressure may drop for nearby residents. city crews aim to minimize impact. Contact Roswell Central Control at 347 5412 with concerns.
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