City invites public input on Roswell zoo future
Roswell seeks resident comments on the Spring River Park and Zoo development plans a public forum later this month and a survey. The move follows online and written complaints about exhibits and animal welfare including the controversial offer from PETA to fund bear relocation in exchange for releasing two black bears Ursula and Sierra from the zoo.
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Pence Praises US Resolve After Las Vegas Tragedy
Vice President Mike Pence praised police bravery and American resilience at a Las Vegas prayer service honoring victims of the mass shooting. About 300 attendees heard Pence vow to remember the 58 killed as federal agents removed backpacks strollers and chairs left by fleeing concertgoers.
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Nelson 98 Years Linked to Roswell Move in 1924
Nelson recounts a life beginning in Artesia and Pecos Texas, moving to Roswell in 1924 at age five. He recalls his father losing everything after World War I and facing jackrabbits and salt water issues before returning to New Mexico to seek opportunities in the late 1920s.
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Pecos
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Inspiring life story of Nelson from cotton town to college
Nelson grew up in East Grand Plains where he helped on cotton farms. He attended New Mexico State University and earned a mechanical engineering degree with a minor in aeronautical studies, graduating in 1941. His draft number is noted in the spotlight.
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Roswell considers third site for homeless housing
City officials weigh a southeast Roswell property on South Grand Avenue and East Alameda Street as a potential temporary housing site for the homeless. This follows a Planning and Zoning denial of variances for two other city properties approved by the City Council. If approved by required officials, the site would move forward.
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