Veterans push for Roswell hospital amid VA budget strains
Area veterans led by Frank Reineman argue for a new VA hospital in Roswell due to distance from Albuquerque and delays to emergency care. They cite 1996 VA budget cuts and Congress funding deletions that shift toward outpatient clinics, leaving clinics in Artesia and Hobbs, with Albuquerque still far away for emergencies. Officials from Sen. Domenici and Rep. Skeen offices acknowledge veterans’ concerns and possible meetings to discuss funding and services.
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Saunders Barracks Dedication Honors Col Saunders At NMMI
On a sunny day about 100 people gathered at the New Mexico Military Institute to dedicate the rebuilt Saunders Barracks to Col H P Saunders. Gen Winfield W Scott Jr praised him as the father of NMMI and his cadet care. The 1964 building underwent an 18 month 7.5 million upgrade adding computer and Internet access for cadets.
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Skip” Scott Jr
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Forecast for Southeastern New Mexico Today
Southeastern New Mexico's largest newspaper reports a warm sunny day with southeast to south winds 10 to 20 mph. Tonight will be fair with a low around 48 degrees. Highs near 80 today and clear skies tonight.
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New Mexico
McVeigh lawyer hits penalty in bombing case
Defense lawyers in the Oklahoma City bombing trial press for penalties amid procedural delays. The related note mentions the Goddard Rockets preparing for a playoff game, with the item appearing on page 11.
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State policeman ready to be municipal judge if appointed
Rob Coon, a 23 year state police veteran, is among four finalists for the municipal judge post in Lee Barracks. He cites his bench experience and aims to restore integrity after Judge Richard Hoover's removal for misconduct. City Council to select by May 9.
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Dallas Girl Wins Texas Handwriting Award
Jennie Anderson, a Mary Immaculate Catholic School student from Farmers Branch, scored best in Texas sixth grade handwriting and will compete in a national penmanship contest. She cites technique and practice as keys, noting Q letters are hardest. Her sample was sent to the national judge with winners to be announced next month.
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Farmers Branch
Dexter seeks white cat with gray spots after eye injury
Dexter authorities hunt a white cat with gray spots and a speck of black that scratched a two year old girl in the Dexter area. The child was hospitalized and may need rabies treatment if the cat is not found. Call the Dexter Police Department at 734-5404 with sightings. The last neighborhood sighting was near Caddo and Vineyard Road.
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