GOP clown bill asking money for ‘circus arts’

The Democratic proposal seeks to allocate $100,000 for “circus arts” education in New Mexico.

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Calendar

Valentine's Day events highlight this week's entertainment offerings in Farmington area.

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How Social Security benefits could get boosted

Despite a looming funding shortfall, proposals to enhance Social Security benefits are being circulated.

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Teen in school shooting detained for evaluation

A state district judge rejected on Monday a request from a defense attorney to release the 16-year-old suspect.

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Bill seeks to develop MMIW task force

The task force would conduct a study to determine how to increase state resources for reporting, identifying such cases in the state.

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Fatal fire deemed ‘possibly suspicious’

A fatal fire last month is being investigated as possibly suspicious because the man who died was one of the alleged victims of a racketeering ring.

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Kirtland No. 1 in 4A girls hoops poll

Lady Broncos, who have won 17 of their last 18 games, are one win away from clinching a District 1-4A title outright.

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PHOTOS: San Juan County sees heavy snowfall | Feb. 19

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Farmington police blotter for Feb. 14

Below is a digest of service calls performed by the Farmington Police Department.

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Officials: Storms helping, but drought persists

A winter storm warning was issued for much of northern and western New Mexico Monday and Tuesday. Public schools canceled classes Tuesday.

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NM to sue Trump over emergency wall declaration

AG Hector Balderas and Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said that New Mexico will join with other states in suing to block Donald Trump’s effort.

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Girls hoops team stats, games to watch

Area team stats (overall and in district play) through Saturday.

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Two men sentenced in Albuquerque federal court

Two men were sentenced in federal court in separate cases for selling firearms as a convicted felon and assaulting and battering a woman in Shiprock.

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Bill challenges county’s right to work ordinance

Ten counties and the village of Ruidoso have passed right to work ordinances. A bill sponsored by Rep. Daymon Ely would do away with those ordinances.

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Various bills take aim at climate change

Sen. Sharer is one of the legislators to introduce a bill focused on climate change. His bill would provide incentives to the energy industry.

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SJ College nominated as Center of Excellence

San Juan College could receive funding to restart its renewable energy program, which was once ranked as top in the nation.

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Caleb Varzeas pinning foes fast and often

Aztec wrestler Caleb Varzeas has pinned 13 opponents on the mat since Jan. 12, including 10 during the first period.

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Navajo weavers enhance skills at spin off

The sessions are designed to promote weaving by teaching the basics and encouraging communication between weavers.

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Navajo Film Festival organizers hope for growth

The festival is planned for late June somewhere in the Four Corners area.

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Bills introduced to finance SJGS closure

Ratepayers could be responsible for paying to close the San Juan Generating Station.

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San Juan County sports schedule

Area events for week of Feb. 18

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Meeting roundup: Guns, trash among agenda topics

San Juan County could reject gun control measures currently making their way through the state Legislature.

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Aztec wins District 1-4A wrestling title

Tigers now eye back-to-back state championships next weekend in Rio Rancho.

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District 1-4A wrestling championships | Feb. 16

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Weavers converge at Crownpoint Spin Off

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Farmington teens face burglary, weapons charges

The arrests stemmed from an incident Thursday at Piedra Vista High School.

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Students receive citizenship awards from DAR

The students were recognized during a ceremony last week at the Farmington Civic Center.

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Universal health care proposal gains traction

New Mexico legislators are considering bills that would pave the way for universal health care.

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Boys hoops team stats, games to watch

Team stats (overall and in district play) through Thursday night

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PHOTOS: Pets of the week | Feb. 15

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Prep vs. Thoreau girls basketball | Feb. 14

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Aztec vs. Bloomfield boys basketball | Feb. 14

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Rainy Crisp talks clinching share of district

Prep tops Thoreau 55-34 Thursday at the Eagles Nest in Farmington. Lady Eagles 1 win away from clinching district outright

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FHS alum competes on NBC dance series

John Austin will be competing for a grand prize of $1 million when the "World of Dance" TV series kicks off its third season later this month.

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Evaluation continues for NGS, mine acquisition

The Navajo Transitional Energy Company updated tribal council delegates about the possible Navajo Generating Station, Kayenta Mine acquisition.

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High school student in custody after gunshot

Police and school officials said no one was injured, but the incident sparked an evacuation.

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FBI hikes reward for info about 2014 homicide

The FBI will pay $10,000 to anyone who provides information leading to the arrest and conviction of a 75-year-old Counselor man's murderer.

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Piedra Vista boys golf spring schedule

Panthers, who will open spring portion of season on April 1, eye back-to-back state championships

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Lottery scholarship bill clears second panel

The bill would establish a required minimum amount transferred to the lottery scholarship program for New Mexico university students.

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