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Newspaper
Roswell Daily Record
Location
Roswell, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
May 19, 2012
Page
1
In Livermore Colorado a fast spreading wildfire driven by warm dry weather prompted evacuations for more than a dozen homes. Federal officials said the camp store sparked the blaze which has expanded to about 12 square miles.
The 2011 Sci Fi Film Fest in Roswell draws crowds to celebrate science fiction works and literacy themed programming. Tiara DuBois announces an interest in Senate District 33. Coronado hands Invaders their first loss in a local league.
Kentucky Derby winner I'll Have Another trainer Doug O’Neill has spent days in Baltimore ahead of the Preakness. He socialized with Ravens coach John Harbaugh, threw the first ball at an Orioles game, and discussed racing with Ron Turcotte while holding daily news briefings despite past violations for improper horse drugs.
Obituary notice lists Sherry James and John J Chappell with a brief funeral notice and burial plans. Readership is advised to consult Page A7 for full details and dates.
French President Francois Hollande said France will withdraw all combat troops from Afghanistan by year’s end, signaling a timeline that will not undercut his campaign pledge. President Obama acknowledged but did not comment. NATO plans and allied burden sharing remain in focus as Hollande promises continued noncombat support.
About 200 cancer survivors completed the first lap at Cielo Grande Park during the third Walk for Hope raising funds for the Chaves County Cancer Fund. Breast cancer survivor Theresa Brunton joined with community members operating fundraiser booths, signaling resilience and community support.
A Santa Fe jury could not decide on the death penalty for Michael Astorga in the 2006 murder of Deputy James McGrane. The judge sentenced him to life in prison plus 13 years. Astorga had fled to Mexico after the traffic stop shooting.
Janetta Hicks runs for re election as District Attorney for New Mexico's 5th Judicial District covering Chaves Eddy and Lea counties. She faces Janet Ellis in the Republican primary, with Ellis having served as a prosecutor under former District Attorney Tom Rutledge.
East Grand Plains students Even Berg and Jennifer Jimenez were honored by Mayor Del Jurney for finishing a district wide program that challenged Roswell ISD third graders to adopt healthier eating and fitness habits after his October tour of 12 elementary schools.
Mike Lee grew up in Archer City Texas inspired by his grandfather Carl who flew private planes. Tales of near crashes and an old Curtiss Robin shaped Lee’s love of aviation. At 38 he finally earned a private pilot license and later pursued further flying interests.
Lee, oldest of five, grew up moving between states including Alaska and attended 13 schools. He earned a BA from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene and a master's in music education from Texas Tech. He developed a passion for music inspired by his grandfather who played the saxophone.
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