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THE VOICE OF THE PECOS VALLEY
June 24, 2012
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the Los Angeles musical group UFOetry. Braydon, who has appeared on such television shows as “Community” and “Good Luck Charlie,” said the trip represented her first to Roswell, an experience she won’t soon forget.
“It’s nice to be in a small town and see a culture that really does revolve around the existence or non-existence of UFOs and aliens,” Braydon said. “Roswell has always intrigued me; I’ve always been curious! There’s such an intrigue to what the local experience is, having spent most of their lives where there’s such an association with otherworldly events.”
Sustainability? Environmentalism? Tree cookies? These are just a few terms that were introduced to area children last year, during Roswell’s first-ever Earth Camp. Spearheaded mostly by Roswell Marketing Director and Keep Roswell Beautiful Coordinator Renée Roach, Earth Camp is a weeklong environmental program ... - PAGE C1
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• Elton Dilbeck preached first ... • Cosmic-Con kicks off with costumes • County approves rezone requests • Statewide burn ban • CFCC honors grassroots organizer ...
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A zombie flash mob dances to Michael Jackson’s Thriller during kick-off ceremonies for the Roswell Cosmic-Con and Film Fest at the Roswell Civic Center, Saturday morning.
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Participants of the Roswell Cosmic-Con and
Film Fest paved a path through the preternatural Saturday, enjoying a hodgepodge of films, TV shows, documentaries,
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Colorado Rockies starter Josh Outman went to the mound for the fifth inning with a 10-run lead. While the Rockies held on for a much-needed 11-7 victory over the Texas Rangers, it ended up being a no-decision for the right-hander who was the first to start on short rest since manager Jim Tracy’s decision this week to go with a four-man rotation. Even given extra pitches and another chance through the heart of the Texas lineup, Outman fell one out short of the required five innings to be eligible for his first victory with Colorado. - PAGE B1
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and Tasha Tacosa attended the festival dressed as flight attendants to outer space, on hand to perform background dancing for
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the Don and Doña is traditionally awarded to a husband and wife in acknowledgement of valuable work that has received little or no recognition. “They’ve contributed so much,” Gottlieb said. “... When we do our annual awards, it is to honor people who have gone that extra mile for us, supporting us in so many different ways — not just by being members, but participating in any of the activities that we have. ... And if we ever needed help with anything, they were always willing to volunteer.” Rudy, who for many years served as director of
Hispano Chamber honors Burrolas at banquet
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informative panel discussions and the charismatic company of costumed cohorts.
Bill Mumy, best known for his role on the television series “Lost in Space,” also made his first trip to Roswell for the festival, and said he has always been intrigued with that famous day in 1947. “I sure wish I could go into a time machine and delve deeper into that subject that has put you guys on the map because I’m fascinated by it. I’ve studied a
Traditional Folklorico dancers entertain guests during the Roswell Hispano Chamber of Commerce 2012 annual awards banquet at First Baptist Church, Friday evening.
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The Roswell Hispano Chamber of Commerce celebrated 25 years in business at its annual awards banquet on Friday at First Baptist Church, recognizing local businesses and community members for outstanding contributions. Rudy and Mary Lou Burrola, of CRM Discount Awards & Screen Printing, were presented with the Don and Doña award of respect, honored for decades of service in the Roswell community. Sofia Gottlieb, Hispano Chamber executive assistant, said
City gives OK for veterans cemetery JULIA BERGMAN RECORD STAFF WRITER
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Bert Eldridge kneels in front of property adjacent to South Park Cemetery that will eventually become a veterans cemetery. Those wishing more information are welcome to contact Eldridge at 575-914-1250.
The city of Roswell gave the final go ahead, Thursday, for the development of a new veterans cemetery in the city, which will provide those who served in the U.S. military a final resting place closer to home. The cemetery will be located just north of South Park Cemetery, and will hold more than 2,000 plots, free for veterans and their spouses. Vietnam veteran Bert
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the Boys & Girls Club, commented, “It feels wonderful. It’s a great honor to be recognized by the Hispano Chamber on its Silver Anniversary. “... We just do as much as we can for the city, the county and especially the youth. Working from football to baseball, basketball, racquetball, all the activities with the youth for the past 30 years, this makes it even more special when you’re honored for your efforts. It’s hard to explain — it’s just a great feeling.” Rudy said the work that the Hispano Chamber has See CHAMBER, Page A3
Amateur Radio Club
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Garry Blosser, left, and Kevin Hogan of the Pecos Valley Amatuer Radio Club set up a 9-band antenna during the Nationwide Amateur Radio Field Day, Saturday, at Cahoon Park.
Utah wildfire evacuees return to homes; Colo. fires rage on See CEMETERY, Page A3
UNDATED (AP) — About 2,300 Utah wildfire evacuees were allowed to return to their homes Saturday evening after officials determined the blaze no longer posed a threat to them.
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The decision came after the fire had burned Friday within a quarter mile of some homes in Saratoga Springs and Eagle Mountain, about 40 miles south of Salt Lake City, Bureau of Land Management spokeswoman Teresa Rigby said. AP Photo
Along Larimer County Road 74W as a wildfire continues to burn near Livermore, Colo., on Saturday.
No homes have burned, she said, and fire officials were comfortable with the decision to lift the evacuation order after seeing how the 9-square-mile blaze
behaved Saturday afternoon during high winds and high temperatures. “The fire itself is still active but it no longer is a direct threat to homes,” Rigby told The Associated Press. “Most of the fire is up on the mountain at this time and not near the subdivisions.” The evacuation order, imposed Friday, affected nearly 600 homes and roughly 2,300 residents, according to an updated count released Saturday by fire officials. Winds pushed some of the fire back on itself Saturday after noon, Rigby said, and crews managed to
put out “hot spots” closest to homes. The fire that of ficials believe was started Thursday by target shooters was 30 percent contained Saturday evening, with full containment expected Tuesday. Crews also were battling a 16,500-acre brush fire on high desert near the town of Delta in central Utah. The human-caused fire was 60 percent contained Saturday evening, BLM spokesman Don Carpenter said, and had burned no homes after breaking out Friday. See FIRES, Page A3