Roswell eyed as film site with new city board plan
The New Mexico Film Office directory notes Roswell hosts several studios as city officials seek a formal film liaison and board to streamline productions. Members include Alan Trever and Jacob Roebuck among others. the group may not secure funding yet. Roswell saw 30 projects over $1 million in 2016 directing 260,307 worker days and 387.2 million in direct state spending.
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International Ufo Museum and Research Center
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Cellphone ban at NM polls draws ACLU protest
The ACLU of New Mexico urged county clerks to lift or avoid cellphone restrictions at polling places after Rio Arriba County posted no cell phone use signs. Officials defend the policy as protecting privacy while voters worry about ballots being photographed. Early voting began in mid October.
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Nonpartisan poll watchers prep for NM elections
Common Cause New Mexico will deploy about 140 volunteer observers to polling sites across the state on Election Day. The move aims to deter intimidation amid calls by Donald Trump for supporters to monitor for fraud. Observers stand outside locations and guide voters, reporting serious issues to authorities.
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United Way Day at Peppers to Benefit Chaves County
United Way of Chaves County teams with Peppers Grill & Bar for United Way Day on November 18. Ten percent of all sales will fund 17 local nonprofits providing shelter, meals, after school programs, and advocacy for children. 2016 fundraising goal is $500,000. Peppers at 500 N Main St. Call 622-4150.
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District attorney to prosecute officer in drugs-for-sex probe
Las Cruces police officer Sgt. Alex Smith, who resigned in June amid allegations he supplied methamphetamine to a woman in exchange for sexual favors, faces potential drug charges as the Dona Ana County District Attorney plans to present the case to a grand jury. The case stems from an investigation by local law enforcement and follows a separate federal prison sentence tied to sexual misconduct by another Las Cruces officer.
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