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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 2011
Page
1
NASA reported the flare peaked early Tuesday creating a large cloud obscuring nearly half the sun’s surface and prompting observations from space agencies.
In a recent incident at a Valero gas station, authorities name Coon as a suspect in the robbery. Nearby, Riverside police report an arrest in a related case during the past 24 hours. Sanchez is taken into custody in connection with a separate 3 to 10 shooting case. A Roswell woman marks her birthday with a fortuitous result.
Chris Nunez was selected by the Florida Marlins in the 48th round of the 2011 MLB Draft. He signed to play at the University of New Mexico after a standout senior season hit .464 with a .929 slugging percentage, 10 homers and 46 RBIs.
Obituaries notice reports the deaths of Sandra Whitten and Pauline Lara Najar. The brief entry lists their names and a page reference to A6. The content provides no biographical details or dates.
A massive 607 square mile wildfire in eastern Arizona advances toward transmission lines that feed electricity to millions as far as Texas. Authorities order evacuation of Springerville and Eagar residents by Wednesday evening amid flames that have scorched 389000 acres, destroyed 11 structures, and raised concerns over spillover outages in New Mexico and Texas.
Gov Susana Martinez orders 145 National Guard troops to Reserve New Mexico to assist evacuations security and emergency communications as a nearby Arizona fire threatens Luna and surrounding areas. Tourism dept notes hotels offer discounted rates for residents with respiratory issues due to smoke.
New Mexico's Corrections Department allegedly overcharged by contractors, totaling about four million dollars in questionable payments during Governor Richardson's term. State Auditor Balderas said findings were referred to federal and state law enforcement for possible criminal violations. One former official faces charges over selecting maintenance and construction firms.
Kimberly Smith, 53, faces charges including attempt to commit violent felony and murder after allegedly stabbing a driver through a car window when a vehicle crashed into her garage at 411 S. Lea Roswell. Police found the driver injured and a child in the back seat after witnesses said Smith exited with a large knife.
Portales artist Andy Mason and Roswell Public Library hosted two children's concerts during Library Story Time. Mason has performed at RPL during the summer for more than six years.
The U S Fish and Wildlife Service adds about 73 acres at Bitter Lake NWR plus 61 acres in Pecos County Texas to protected critical habitat for three endangered snails and a freshwater shrimp. Environmental groups celebrate after years of litigation seeking endangered listings and habitat protections.
Artist Karen Aqua, Roswell Artist-in-Residence alumna, died May 30 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston after fighting ovarian cancer. Her husband Ken Field spoke from Cambridge about Aqua’s Roswell ties with RAIR Roswell Museum and Art Center and Roswell Independent School District programs.
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