Tiny glimmer for New Mexico economy amid construction rebound
Economist Alison Felix of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City reports a slim economic light for New Mexico with wage jobs down 1.3 percent year over year and personal income near prerecession levels. County data shows Lea and Eddy gaining jobs while Los Alamos faces federal spending risks. Construction and housing activity improve, with residential contracts up about one third in 2012 and Albuquerque sales rising through the year. The audience heard consumer spending remains, and rates likely stay near zero through 2015.
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Editorial: GOP shift on immigration reform gains momentum
The piece notes Senator Lindsey Graham signals willingness to pursue comprehensive immigration reform after poor Hispanic vote performance by Republicans. It recalls Bush's 2006 plan with legalization for about 11 million immigrants, border security, and enforcement funding. It argues for attracting Hispanic voters and keeping values while fixing illegal immigration.
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U S to Become Top Oil and Gas Producer by 2017
An International Energy Agency report predicts the United States will lead world oil production by 2017 and become the largest natural gas producer within three years, with Saudi Arabia shifting to China and India for crude. The study also foresees US energy self sufficiency within two decades and notes global gas pricing remains market driven.
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Entitlements influence voting in Obama Romney race
The piece argues that many low income Americans supported Obama due to means tested entitlements, not moral appeal. It notes about 7 million more votes for Obama from those earning under 30k, and 3.5 million overall margin, attributing motivation to safety nets like food stamps Medicaid welfare and Obamacare affecting turnout and loyalties.
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Dear Doctor K ADHD signs in kids and adults
Doonesbury notes ADHD can disrupt schoolwork friendships and parent child relationships. It describes inattention hyperactivity and impulsivity as core traits and explains that many kids show these behaviors at times, but those with ADHD show them more often.
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ADHD signs in children observation and diagnosis guidance
Dr K outlines home and school observation to spot inattention hyperactivity and impulsivity before age seven. He notes no single test exists and diagnosis relies on caregivers reports plus a medical exam to rule out other conditions. Treatment combines medication and behavior therapy for improved focus and behavior.
Roswell NCO Staff Sgt. Calvin Stewart Graduates Leadership School
Staff Sgt. Calvin Stewart, son of Mr and Mrs Neal J Stewart of Roswell, has graduated from the Air Force non commissioned officer leadership school. The administration specialist with the 32nd Tactical Fighter Squadron at Camp New Amsterdam Air Base studied leadership management and supervision. Stewart is a Roswell High School graduate of 1974.
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