Wildfire Rages Across New Mexico Forcing Evacuations
Fire crews contend with 75 percent of anticipated costs as evacuees seek shelter at the Raton Convention Center. Residents rush to move livestock away from the fire while Riley notes her historic bed and breakfast and local hotels are full amid interstate closures. Forecasters warn of continued critical fire weather with dry, windy, hot conditions likely through the weekend. Southeast New Mexico reports a 500 acre Carlsbad Caverns blaze prompting park closure until safe.
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Economy hits slow patch as housing slump drags on
The article notes a sluggish economy with a housing price collapse and weak sales. Economists cut growth forecasts to about 2.3 percent this quarter and 2.6 percent for 2011, citing higher oil prices and the Japan crisis, while Obama pushes targeted hiring programs and debt considerations.
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Massachusetts
Mitt Romney
Wallow Fire threatens Luna amid Colorado New Mexico line burn
Firefighters hold the line along U S 180 as the Wallow Fire expands near the New Mexico border. Crews clear brush and set backfires to protect Luna New Mexico and nearby Alpine Nutrioso Greer while I-25 closures and evacuations impact hundreds. The blaze has grown to about 9 square miles on the northern flank and 706 square miles overall with 10 percent containment. Residents return home in some towns but thousands remain evacuated across Eagar Springerville and Apache Sitgreaves.
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Xeriscaping at Spring River Zoo Shows Green Hope
Roswell’s Spring River Zoo demonstrates xeriscaping with native and wildflowers to create color year round. Sandra Key Barraza notes soil in Roswell is alkaline and plants must be grouped by water needs. The project aims to label plants, cut water use, and rely on local outlets for supplies.
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Debates Highlight GOP Candidates Eyeing 2012 Race
Newt Gingrich leads seven contenders at St Anselm College criticizing Obama economic policy. Michele Bachmann announces her candidacy papers as Romney remains front runner amid evolving field and uncertain polls.
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