Obama marks Bloody Sunday tribute at Edmund Pettus Bridge
President Obama and tens of thousands gather in Selma to honor the 1965 Bloody Sunday march. Rep. John Lewis urges continued action as the crowd reflects on civil rights progress and the path to a more perfect union. Attendees include Madeiline McCloud and Peggy Wallace Kennedy.
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Soup n Bowl fundraiser bowls over 1300 ceramic pieces
More than 1300 handmade bowls donated to Saturdays Soup n Bowl at Anderson Museum of Contemporary Art. Pecos Valley Potters Guild led most pieces with help from Roswell Museum students. A $25 ticket let attendees choose a bowl and enjoy soups as funds go to L J Reichman Park. About 500 people attended.
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New Mexico House Backs Late Term Abortion Ban
The New Mexico House passes a late term abortion ban by 42 to 26 after hours of debate and a separate 39 to 28 vote to require parental notification 48 hours before a minor ends a pregnancy. Both bills go to the Senate. Supporters cite alignment with 42 states. opponents urge safe access without government interference.
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Roswell Literacy Council Announces 18th Knowledge Bowl
Entry forms for the 18th annual Knowledge Bowl are now available. The event offers a 2:30 p.m. start on Sunday April 19 at the Chaves County J.O.Y. Center in Roswell. Teams pay 125 dollars, sponsors 200, with prize auctions and literacy focus.
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Young Republican Megan De La Rosa Aims High in New Mexico Politics
The 22 year old Hagerman native works as a legislative assistant for state Rep Don Tripp and aspires to become New Mexico s second Latina governor. She interned for Gov Susana Martinez in 2014 and says Martinez is her mentor. De La Rosa handles scheduling rostrum guests meetings and constituent inquiries in the House Speaker s office in the Roundhouse in Santa Fe.
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