Humane Society releases video of cattle being abused Jun 26, 2008
The group said an investigator watched three cows and calves "being mistreated and tormented in order to get them to stand and walk" into an auction ring in Portales ... Many cows sold at the Portales auction are processed at an Amarillo, Texas, plant that is a top supplier to the program, Pacelle said. (USA Today)
Edris signs with Central Methodist University Jun 25, 2008
Justin Reynolds, a 6-1 guard from Danville, Va, signed a national letter of intent with the Greyhounds of Eastern New Mexico University, an NCAA Division II program located in Portales, N.M.. Keenan Stanbridge, a 6-4 wing from Quincy, signed a national letter of intent with the Tigers of Iowa Wesleyan College, an NAIA Division II program in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. (Carthage (Hancock County) Journal Pilot, IL)
Shallenberger loves baseball, new challenge Jun 1, 2008
Like most ballplayers, Shallenberger played Little League ball before making the team at Portales High, where he graduated in 1991. Although Baltimore drafted him in the 35th round that summer, Shallenberger, a left fielder, opted to play college ball. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Storm tabs Potter as its first football coach May 13, 2008
Potter attended Portales High and then Dulce High, where his father was principal and Potter got his diploma. He obtained his bachelor s degree at Eastern New Mexico University in 1978 and his master s at New Mexico State University in 2002. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Photos: Readers' tattoos May 10, 2008
I got this at American Eagle in Portales, New Mexico. 1 of 51. (Anchorage Daily News)
Renewable energy spots to air on KUNM Apr 21, 2008
5 in Portales and on other stations throughout the state, but no schedules have yet been released. The series will be permanently logged as podcasts on Vision Trust's Web site at. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Eastern New Mexico Tops Lady Buffs in Series Finale Apr 14, 2008
PORTALES, N.M. - The Lady Buffs could not maintain the momentum gained from a quick start on Sunday as the West Texas Aball team dropped the rubber match-up of a three-game Lone Star Conference South Division set against Eastern New Mexico by the score of 10-2. The loss drops WT's overall record to 20-29 on the year and more importantly its mark in LSC South action to 5-10, leaving them on the outside looking in during the race for the LSC Tournament with only one league series to go. (Gobuffsgo.com)
O'Dea Lifts Lady Buffs to Win Over Zias Apr 13, 2008
PORTALES, N.M. - A solid outing by freshman got the West Texas Aball team in the win column on Saturday afternoon as WT defeated Lone Star Conference South Division rival Eastern New Mexico, 5-4, during the second game of a doubleheader at Zia Ballpark. The Lady Buffs did not fair as well during the opening game of the twin bill, dropping a 7-2 decision. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Rio Rancho coaches trade schools Apr 13, 2008
Chavez later said he was hopeful of getting a job at the new high school, after spending a year golfing and taking time to head to Portales to watch his daughter Hilaree, a member of the Eastern New Mexico University track and field team, compete in her senior season. His son Lawrence, on the ENMU men s track and field team, will be a sophomore next season. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
TexAnns Complete Sweep of WT Softball with 13-2 Win Apr 7, 2008
Lady Buffs back in action next weekend as they travel to Portales to face ENMU ... The Lady Buffs will look to get back on the right track next weekend when they travel to Portales, N.M., to battle LSC South rival Eastern New Mexico. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Pioneers pull out win in extra innings 03-19-2008 Mar 21, 2008
Portales, NM Wayland Baptist shelled out 21 hits, but it took an extra inning before the Pioneers could finally come home with an 11-8 win Tuesday night at Greyhound Field. Brett Sheppard led the hit parade with five hits, including a home run, and four RBIs. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Brister, Lady Buffs Dominate Zias 78-57 Feb 17, 2008
The Zias scored 10 points in the last 5:09 of the game, but the Lady Buffs' lead was too much for the visitors from Portales, N.M., to overcome and the game ended with West Texas A&M ahead by 21. The Lady Buffs return to action next Wednesday as they host Texas A&M-Kingsville in a 6 p.m. match-up at the First United Bank Center. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Behind Big Night from Hinz, Buffs Down Eastern New Mexico 72-58 Feb 17, 2008
The visitors from Portales, N.M., took their first lead since the 8:02 mark of the second half when Clark scored to make it 42-41in favor of ENMU.. Lee was able to put the Buffs back on top as he made both free throws of a one-and-one opportunity with 9:07 left on the clock. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Buffs Return Home to Renew Rivalry with Eastern New Mexico Feb 16, 2008
ENMU (6-17; 0-8 LSC-South) trails the all-time series with WT by the tally of 55-12, including a 63-52 loss to the Buffs in Portales, N.M., back on Jan. 19. Redman-Trotter has been the `Hounds leader this season, averaging 17. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Lady Buffs to Host Border Rival in Return to FUBC Feb 16, 2008
However, last week ENMU suffered an 80-60 loss to Abilene Christian in Portales, N.M. Til-Lois Fifer leads the way for the Zias with averages of 10. 3 points per game and 5. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Democratic Udall Running Strong in New Mexico Senate Race Feb 12, 2008
"I trust people much more than I trust government," she said, according to the Portales News-Tribune ... Portales News-Tribune. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Junior Achievement initiates financial literacy effort Jan 24, 2008
The series will begin airing on Jan. 27 on New Mexico stations KNME-HD in Albuquerque, KRWG-DT in Las Cruces and KENW-DT1 in Portales. The first 13 episodes are slated to run on Sundays at 3 p.m.. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
WT Hoops Set to Face Border Rival Eastern New Mexico Jan 20, 2008
CANYON, Texas - After picking up wins in their Lone Star Conference South Division openers against Angelo State earlier this week, both the Buff and Lady Buff basketball teams continue conference action on Saturday as they head to Portales, N.M., to face border rival Eastern New Mexico. The women hold an overall record of 11-3 and a 1-0 conference mark after beating Angelo State, 74-53, on Wednesday to keep their home win streak alive at 39 games in addition to ending ASU's 10-game unbeaten... (Gobuffsgo.com)
Buff Basketball Beats Eastern New Mexico, 63-52 Jan 20, 2008
PORTALES, N.M - The West Texas As basketball team improved to 12-5 overall and 2-0 in Lone Star Conference South play on Saturday by way of a 63-52 win over Eastern New Mexico at Greyhound Arena. Junior point guard exploded for 14 points in the first half en route to his new career-high 16 points while senior narrowly missed his third career double-double as he tallied nine points and tied his career-high 11 rebounds in the victory. (Gobuffsgo.com)
WT Women's Hoops Picks Up 85-60 Victory Over Eastern New Mexico Jan 20, 2008
PORTALES, N.M. - The West Texas An's basketball team went on a 23-4 run midway through the first half en route to a 85-60 rout of the Eastern New Mexico Zias on Saturday at Greyhound Arena, improving their overall record to 12-3 and their Lone Star Conference South mark to 2-0. The 25-point win marked WT's sixth victory of 20 or more points this season. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Lady Buffs Down Rambelles, 74-53, in LSC South Opener Jan 17, 2008
The Lady Buffs continue Lone Star Conference South action on Saturday as they travel to Portales, N.M., to battle boarder rival Eastern New Mexico in a rare Saturday night battle between the schools. Tip-off from Greyhound Arena is set for 6:30 p.m. (CST). (Gobuffsgo.com)
Cooper's Buzzer Beater Lifts Buffs to 71-68 Win over ASU Jan 17, 2008
Tip off for the WT-ENMU contest is set for 8:30 p.m. (CST) from Greyhound Arena in Portales, N.M.. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Case May Test Death Penalty Dec 28, 2007
But Judge Stephen Quinn of Portales denied a motion to dismiss based on similar arguments in the death case against Stanley Bedford, though he agreed to move the trial to Albuquerque. Bedford was convicted but sentenced to life imprisonment. (Cedar Crest East Mountain Telegraph, NM)
Rams knock off top-10 teams in run to Otero title Dec 20, 2007
Las Cruces beat Portales 54-43 on Thursday and Sandia, 61-51, Friday to set up the meeting between the Dawgs and Rams. Unlike their semifinal game, in which they shot 60 percent from the field in the first half against Clovis, including 7 of 9 in the second period, the Rams struggled early. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Rams girls second at APS, here for annual Otero Invite Dec 13, 2007
In other first-round games at the RAC today, Del Norte meets Sandia, coached by former Knights coach Susan Kubala, at 1 p.m. Clovis tackles Aztec at 3, and Las Cruces meets Portales at 5. The Rams face Clovis or Aztec on Friday, at 1 with a loss today or at 7 with a victory this evening. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Top-notch field here for annual Otero tournament this week Dec 12, 2007
The other first-round matchups are Sandia vs. Del Norte at 1, No. 3 Clovis vs. Aztec at 3, and No. 7 vs. Portales at 5 ... Las Cruces and Portales that s a game that s going to be a contrast of styles and press, he predicted, in light of the PHS Rams new coach. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
At our best: College graduates Dec 11, 2007
Eastern New Mexico University, Portales, N.M. Nerissa M. Custer of Corvallis is a candidate for graduation this fall for a Master of Arts in communication. OSU students inducted into honor society. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Big Mac attack’ debuts Tuesday Nov 26, 2007
Also in the field are Clovis, Aztec, Las Cruces, Portales, Sandia and Del Norte. We re trying to find any edge we can so we have focused on conditioning and skill development. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Angel Flight West Recognizes New Mexico Pilots and Receives Grant to Improve Access to Health Care Nov 17, 2007
Courtright, from Albuquerque, has flown 27 missions in the past year, which have included flying a now 2 year old boy from Portales, NM to Los Angeles, CA for retinal blastoma treatment. Executive Director Michael Nanko recognizes the valuable support from the entire New Mexico Wing of Angel Flight West. (PR Newswire)
Big playoff weekend in New Mexico Nov 10, 2007
Lovington at Portales 4-3A District Championship Another huge game is going to be decided this coming weekend down at Eastern New Mexico's Stadium between these two 3A powers ... I picked Portales in this one as I feel that Chris Mosier and the Rams "O" are going to be to much for the inexperienced Wildcats, but Urlacher's home town is looking pretty promising these next couple of years. (Prep Sports Sports -- Rivals.com)
Top 100 Cable Systems - Systems Directory Oct 10, 2007
NEAlbuquerque, NM 87107505-761-6200Ownership: Comcast Basic subs: 230,000 (Albuquerque, Deming, Farmington, Gallup, Grants, Las Cruces, Las Vegas, Los Alamos, Lovington, Portales, Raton, Santa Fe, Silver City, Socorro, Taos and Tucumcari)Expanded basic: $38. 29 for 72 channelsPenetration:Pay: NADigital: 4. (Multichannel News)
College rodeo: Wranglers send eight to short-go in Portales Sep 25, 2007
2007-09-25 00:30:00 PORTALES, N.M. Odessa College started its fall rodeo season with eight of its athletes advancing to the short-go in their respective events this past weekend at Eastern New Mexico College. Cory Baudoin finished seventh in the bareback competition, while Aaron Lide was sixth in saddle bronc. (Odessa American, TX)
John Hoover Named WBKB Director of Basketball Operations Sep 7, 2007
Hoover's basketball background includes a three-year playing career at Eastern New Mexico State University in Portales, New Mexico. He completed his eligibility there, then returned to his native Indiana and finished his college degree at Indiana State University in Terre Haute. (Gotigersgo.com)
UNM finds talent in state Sep 3, 2007
There also are players from Rio Rancho, Carlsbad, Los Lunas, Taos, Portales, Gallup, Hobbs, Kirtland and Santa Fe. La Cueva almost seems like a minor-league team for the Lobos: There are eight former Bears on the roster in '07. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Larry Chavez announces retirement Aug 16, 2007
"Soon - at least sooner than it seems - Chavez will be able to lead the life of Riley, spending more time playing golf and making springtime trips to Portales to watch his youngest children, Hilaree and Lawrence, compete for track and field teams at Eastern New Mexico University.Free and clear in 2009, Chavez will get to see Hilaree's senior season as a javelin thrower for the Zias; son Lawrence will be in his sophomore season as an 800-meter runner for the Greyhounds.And he'll also closely... (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
UNM establishes Bob Hoffman endowment Aug 1, 2007
He became director of the and went on to lead chambers in Portales, Roswell and Albuquerque. In the late 1960s, when Roswell was rocked by the closure of Walker Air Force Base, Hoffman earned legendary status when he established the and convinced a fireworks company to locate at the old munitions dump. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Shhhh!!!!!!! Tell All Your Friends ... 'COMEDY CENTRAL Live: Mike Birbiglia's Secret Public Tour' Kicks Off at Eastern Carolina University in Greenville, NC on Sunday, August 19 and Travels to Over 30 Cities Nationwide Jul 31, 2007
DATE CITY VENUE August 19 Greenville, NC Eastern Carolina University August 23 Portales, NM Eastern New Mexico University August 26 Washington, DC Georgetown University August 27 St. Louis, MO St. Louis University September 7 Rochester, NY Univ. of Rochester w/ Christian Finnegan September 8 Buffalo, NY Towne Ballroom September 15 Flagstaff, AZ Northern Arizona Univ. w/ Zack Galifianakis September 20 Lexington, KY Opera House September 21 Cincinnati, OH Bogarts September 22 Indianapolis, IN... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Public meeting on Portales housing set for Wed. Jul 11, 2007
Public meeting on Portales housing set for Wed ... Public meeting on Portales housing set for Wed ... The (MFA) will hold its sixth and final Housing Town Hall meeting this year in Portales on Wednesday, July 11. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
L A T E S T N E W S">LSC, Bartlesville Sports Commission agree to 3-year deal that will see men's and women"s basketball tournaments played in Bartlesville, Okla. Jun 29, 2007
Eastern New Mexico, in Portales, N.M., rounds out the membership. Bartlesville, a city of nearly 40,000, is located 40 miles north of Tulsa, Okla. (Gobuffsgo.com)
When Earl Diddle talks, kids listen - they'd better, anyway Jun 28, 2007
Diddle, whom McIntyre initially became aware of when Diddle was coaching the men's team at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, could be heard telling the kids Monday afternoon that "offense is not a democracy," trying to get them to understand that not everyone is a scorer. There were other roles to be played, ultimately getting the ball to the players deemed scorers. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Board reopens search for Southeastern president Jun 13, 2007
or Robert Vartabedian, the vice president for academic affairs at Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, N.M.. But at that meeting, regents were unable to reach a consensus and reopened their search. (Durant Daily Democrat, OK)
Garcia has a hand in West rout Jun 9, 2007
In Portales, she may be moving to shortstop for the Zias. In spite of their tenuous existence together at RRHS, Rue said Kohman was one of the first to call and offer congratulations after she was named a third-team All-American. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Housing affordability town halls scheduled May 17, 2007
The 's series of Town Hall meetings continues in Deming, Gallup, Eunice and Portales over the next eight weeks ... The schedule includes: Deming on May 23 from 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Mimbres Valley Special Events Center; Gallup, June 1, 10 a.m. to noon at the UNM Gallup campus; June 20 at the Eunice Community Center from 10 a.m. to noon and at Portales' Memorial Building from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. on July 11. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
MFA schedules town hall on housing May 12, 2007
July 11 in Portales at 9:30 a.m. in the Memorial Building. Extra. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
More of this story May 8, 2007
In his depiction of the Santo Nino Otero incorporated the pueblo Spanish architectural details of portales, vigas, turquoise and amber. Otero uses all indigenous materials found in the state. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
Rural communities awarded federal block grants May 6, 2007
Another $5 million will go to 12 small cities that include Silver City, Jal, Alamagordo, Gallup, Roswell, Portales, Tucumcari, Lovington, Aztec, Grants, Belen and Socorro. The money will fund improvements to water systems, waste water systems, streets and drainage. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Ashley Furniture moves into Albuquerque May 2, 2007
There are currently Ashley stores in Las Cruces and Portales, N.M. The new location will employ about 100 people full-time at the store and at a distribution center. That number will likely grow to 150 by year end, says Jeff Golner, spokesman for the Arcadia-based private company. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Michael Worley named Rams new football coach Apr 22, 2007
"Certainly one of the most educated among the final six, Worley holds a master's degree in exercise science from Auburn University (1991). His bachelor's degree in English and P.E. came from Eastern New Mexico University in Portales, not far from where he gained extensive coaching expertise while working under longtime Artesia coach Cooper Henderson.Worley is teaching this year at Mesquite High School in Gilbert, Ariz., and also serving as an assistant track coach.From 1992-2004, he taught... (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Program teaches students about governing Apr 21, 2007
This year, both Girls' State and Boys' State will be held on the campus of Eastern New Mexico University in Portales. Girls' State is from May 27 to June 1 and Boys' State is from June 3 to June 8. (Raton Range, AL)
UNM Softball Faces Eastern New Mexico and New Mexico State Mar 28, 2007
The series dates back to the 1990 season, when the Lobos traveled to Portales, N.M., for a doubleheader on March 12. The last meeting between the two schools came on April 6, 2004 in Albuquerque with UNM winning 1-0. (Golobos.com)
Pioneers drop two of three to OBU 03-18-2007 Mar 18, 2007
The Pioneers travel to Portales N.M. Tuesday for a 6 p.m. game against Eastern New Mexico University. Friday Game 1. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Blue-in-the-face ads fire up secondhand smoke campaign Mar 9, 2007
The ads ran primarily in Albuquerque, but also in Clovis, Portales and Roswell, and were for radio stations, gyms, political candidates, car dealerships and sports teams. In those first blue-faced ads, no explanation was given for their Smurfy hue. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Buffs Return to Win Column with 87-72 Victory over ENMU Feb 1, 2007
PORTALES, N.M. - The West Texas As basketball team, led by senior 32 points, shot a blistering 60 percent from the field as a team to capture a important road victory on Monday night, defeating Lone Star Conference South Division foe Eastern New Mexico, 87-72, in front of 1,024 fans at Greyhound Arena. Sparked by junior forward , the Buffs jumped out of the gate with an 8-2 run to start the game and did not looked back as they held the lead for the entirety of the contest. (Gobuffsgo.com)
WTAMU Men's Hoops Drops Tough Road Tilt at MSU Jan 28, 2007
West Texas As basketball is back on the road on Monday as they travel to Portales, N.M., to square off against Eastern New Mexico in a 8 p.m. (CST) contest. After facing Texas Asville in South Texas on Thursday, the Buffs will return to action at home on Feb. 5 against Eastern New Mexico. (Gobuffsgo.com)
Through the lens: Photography career began as 'dumb luck' Jan 21, 2007
" Moots was offered a job at KOB-TV and, shortly after receiving his diploma and driving back to Rio Rancho from Portales, he began what turned out to be a 20-year stint at KOB.His first day on the job, he was driving to Belen to cover a train wreck, which included hazardous materials."It was exciting," he said. Although a lot of TV news involves mundane stories, such as ribbon-cuttings and mayoral news conferences, Moots found plenty of excitement, occasionally feeling his life was on the... (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
