Roswell Responds to Terrorist Attacks with Solidarity Drive
Roswell residents show sympathy for victims in New York City Washington D C and Shanksville Pa with schools churches and groups planning observances. Roswell High School students run a drive collecting food clothing medical supplies and money to aid the three affected areas and hold a bake sale at Albertson's and the North Farmer's County Market.
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Congress Unites to Approve 40 Billion Aid for Terror Attacks
Congress moved swiftly toward approving 40 billion dollars to combat terrorism and aid recovery after the World Trade Center and Pentagon attacks. Lawmakers debated a second measure granting authority for force in retaliation, while some balked at blanket support for future deterrence. Final action expected by Thursday evening.
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Roswell City Council Honors Community Tributes
At Thursday's Roswell City Council meeting a moment of silence honored victims of recent attacks. The Hispano Chamber announced PisiataFest raised 8000 dollars with 600 for needy students, and presented certificates to police fire departments and Mayor Owens. The chamber promoted Roswell to potential retirees with 450 information packets and a recruitment CD.
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House approves redistricting plan adding Dona Ana district
Democrats in Dona Ana County cheered as the House passed a redistricting plan that creates a new district for the county by shifting territory from the east side of New Mexico. The 41 to 28 vote largely along party lines hinges on Gov. Gary Johnson's veto power over the measure, which also removes a Curry County seat and merges two Albuquerque Republican seats.
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Minority voters sue over redistricting stalemate in Santa Fe
In Santa Fe Democrats and Republicans clash in the Capitol over redistricting. Minorities and several Democrats seek court intervention to force a legally required redistricting plan, asking for a court ordered timetable if talks fail. Governor Johnson has threatened to veto largely Democratic bills amid the dispute.
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