Council votes on zoo RFP amid abstentions and recusal
Roswell City Council debated the zoo and Christmas Railway RFP with Roebuck abstaining and recusing from discussion and voting. Final tally 5 to 4 in favor with Foster Peterson Stubbs Grant and Henderson supporting while Moore Oropesa Best Sanchez opposed. Proposals would be scored on event quality, concept, marketing, plan, and cost, with annual open RFP cycles and city ownership noted.
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Roswell Fire Rescue Leaders Laud First Responders After Explosion
Community members gather as Roswell Fire Department and volunteer units from Dexter and nearby towns respond to a blast. Residents like Ginger Gonzales share how the event hits home, while fundraisers for Stroble and Bonham’s families show broad support. Local officials emphasize gratitude for first responders and community resilience.
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Sheriff probes shelter housing dozens in 20 by 20 foot trailer
Investigators from Homeland Security are examining the shelter case in Dexter after 67 malnourished people from Guatemala and Ecuador were found crowded into a small trailer. Tomas Mateo, 38, was arrested on harboring aliens and unlawful re-entry charges. Spokespersons from ICE and the U.S. Attorney declined to comment on the ongoing probe.
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Iran moves toward surpassing nuclear stockpile limits
Iran said its uranium reserve would exceed the JCPOA limit, drawing sharp rebukes from the United States and Western allies. The administration pressed for Iran to remain in the deal while warning against any move that could shorten breakout time or raise regional tensions. Diplomatic talks with Britain, France, and Germany were expected to address whether Tehran stays within the accord and how to respond if violations occur.
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Oil boom fuels New Mexico coffers with over billion forecast
State Senate Finance Committee Chair John Arthur Smith says if oil prices hold, New Mexico could gain 1.1 to 1.3 billion in extra tax revenue next year. The oil and gas surge in southeastern New Mexico keeps funds flowing to state government, despite earlier price dips and later rallies around 52 dollars a barrel.
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