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CYFD hold Child Care Provider Recruitment Event in Deming

7/21/2017

(Deming) - Would you like to become a child care provider, but don’t know where to start?
There will be a Child care provider recruitment event held in Deming Tuesday July 25th. The event will be at the Deming Literacy Center 2301 S. Tin from 5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
According to a media release, the local Children Youth and Family Department will have snacks and beverages available to those who attend along with information being provided on how you can become a registered or licensed child care provider in New Mexico.
CYFD staff will be on hand to answer your questions, and assist you in starting the process of being a child care provider.
For more information contact Anna Chavez at 546-6557.

Local Crime Report for Friday July 21, 2017

7/21/2017

(Deming) – Here’s today’s local crime report:
Ismael Carreon, age 24, arrested for DWI and a traffic violation… Benjamin Gutierrez, age 21, arrested on a 6th Judicial District Court warrant for violating conditions of probation… Larry Ponce, age 24, arrested on a 6th Judicial District Court warrant for violating conditions of probation… Horacio Villegas, age 42, arrested on a Magistrate warrant for failure to pay fines… Socorro Anchondo, age 50, charged with driving with a suspended or revoked license… Irvinn Eduardo Villalba, age 20, arrested on a Magistrate court warrant for failure to appear… Anthony Meraz, age 37, arrested on a Municipal warrant for failure to appear… David Crumpton, age 47, arrested on a Magistrate warrant for failure to pay fines… Jerry Nick Encinas, age 46, charged with interfering with officers and concealing identity… Jimmy Kennedy, age 41, arrested for false imprisonment and battery against a household member and on a Magistrate warrant for failure to pay fines.
In other reports, a window air conditioning unit was taken from a residence on 4th street. A blue Marlin bicycle valued at $850 was stolen from a residence on East Florida Street. Rings and other items with a value of $200 were taken from a residence on South Whittier Street. A Honda Civic was keyed on Santa Monica Street, damage was listed at $200. A chain link fence gate with a value of $100 was stolen from a residence on Okelly Drive. Finally, over $12,000 worth of industrial tools and a utility trailer was stolen from a residence on Fairfield Road.

Deming Celebrates Pride with Local events

7/20/2017

(Deming) - A local colorful celebration being called Celebration of Unity is happening in Deming this Friday and Saturday as part of Deming Pride’s annual Pride celebration.
The celebration begins Friday night at 7 with the pride social and sponsor party held at Margaritas Bar and Grill inside Starmax. The Diamond Divas from Tucson, AZ will be preforming.
     Events over the two days will be held at Starmax, Voiers Pit Park and the pavilion.
     On Saturday, Deming Pride will host a Vendor's Market, food court and Entertainment Showcase event with gates open at 6 p.m. and showtime starts at 7.
     Tickets are available for both Friday and Saturday’s events at $25 per couple and $15 for singles. Kids 5 and under get in free.   Proceeds go towards college scholarships for local high school students as well as other local charities.
     Deming Pride LGBT organization in Deming is organizing the weekend’s events and details can be found on Facebook key words Deming Pride or online at demingpride.org.

Local Crime Report for Thursday July 20, 2017

7/20/2017

(Deming) – Here’s today’s local crime report:
James L. Butler, age 54, arrested on a District court warrant for failure to appear… Efren Medrano, age 36, arrested on a Deming Municipal warrant for failure to appear and possession of drug paraphernalia… Abel Tijerina, age 30, of T or C, was arrested on a 6thJudicial District court warrant for violation of conditions of release… Lloyd Anthony Candelaria, age 49, arrested on an out of county warrant… Jerry Nick Encinias, age 46, arrested for interference with officers and concealing identity… David Crumpton, age 47, arrested on a Magistrate court warrant for failure to pay fines and Anthony R. Meraz, age 37, arrested on a Deming Municipal warrant for failure to appear… Jesus Madrid, age 26, cited for dogs running at large.
In other reports, a 2003 Ford F250 was reported stolen from the 1000 block of West Pine Street and a CD player, valued at $200 was taken from a vehicle on West Buckeye Street.

DCCCHS Schedule Pickup is August 2nd

7/19/2017

(Deming) – Deming Cesar Chavez Charter High School officials announced that schedule pickup and new student registration will be held Wednesday, August 2nd, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the school, located at 315 E. 1st Street.
     Hot dogs and refreshments will be served from noon-4 p.m. that day.
     Programs offered at Deming Cesar Chavez Charter High School include job skills development, child care, cosmetology, and culinary arts.
     The charter school schedule will be Monday through Thursday from 8:04 a.m. to 4:10 p.m. Charter school classes begin Monday, August 7th. All other Deming schools begin Monday, August 14th.
     Parents or guardians must be present for registration before their student may attend the charter school.
     All interested new students must bring their birth certificate, immunization records, proof of address, and transcripts from the school they previously attended.
     For more information, call 544-8404.
     Again, schedule pickup and new student registration at Deming Cesar Chavez Charter High School will be held Wednesday, August 2nd, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. at the school, 315 E. 1st Street.

School Board Meets Thursday

7/19/2017

(Deming) – The Deming School Board will meet in executive and regular sessions Thursday afternoon.
     According to the legal notice, the executive – or closed – session will begin at 4 p.m. Thursday.
     The executive session agenda includes administrative assignment changes, threatened or pending litigation pertaining to collective bargaining, and the acquisition or disposal of real property.
     The board’s regular monthly meeting will follow at 5 p.m.
     Included on the regular meeting agenda are four memorandums of understanding with Deming Cesar Chavez Charter High School… the Advanced Placement Social Studies adoption recommendation… bids for bread and dairy products… and the 2017-2018 New Mexico School Board Association membership dues.
     Also, Superintendent Dr. Arsenio Romero will update the board on the district’s construction projects.
     Again, the executive session will begin at 4 p.m., followed by the board’s regular monthly meeting at 5 p.m., this Thursday, July 20th, in the board room of the Emmett Shockley Administration Building, 400 Cody Road.
     The regular monthly meeting will be open to the public.

Commissioner Milo Dies

7/19/2017

(Deming) – Luna County Commissioner Joe “Oleo” Milo passed away Wednesday afternoon at Mimbres Memorial Hospital in Deming. He was 56.
     Milo was first elected to represent Luna County Commission District 1 in November of 2010, and was re-elected to a second four-year term in November of 2014.
     He served as chair of the commission in 2015.
     Colleagues and friends were quick to offer compliments on Milo’s public service and standing in the community.
     Comments included that Milo was always supportive of community and county projects – particularly those involving youth and the district he represented. He also was a strong advocate for agriculture and small business in the county.
     Gov. Susana Martinez will appoint someone to fulfill the remainder of Milo’s term on the commission, which runs through December of 2018.

Local Crime Report for Tuesday July 18, 2017

7/18/2017

(Deming) - Here's the area crime report:
Enrique Madrid, age 19, was arrested on a Pima County, AZ, warrant for transporting marijuana… James Blackham, age 50, was arrested for battery against a household member… Angel Lucero, age 18, was arrested for resisting, evading or obstructing an officer, driving while license was suspended or revoked and speeding…
Ernesto Dominguez, age 19, was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia, shoplifting and trespassing… Wyman Burns, age 27, of Benson, AZ, was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia and on a Hidalgo County warrant for failure to pay fines… Gilbert Barela, age 57, was arrested for drunkenness… Robin Baum, age 50, was arrested on a Municipal warrant for failure to pay fines… and Lisa Ortiz, age 43, was arrested on a Municipal warrant for failure to pay fines.

Luna 4-H Wins Five State Championships

7/18/2017

(Deming) - Luna County 4-H members brought home five state championships during last week’s State 4-H Conference in Las Cruces.
     The local Agronomy team placed first, with Truett Shafer placing as the high-point individual, Kylan Swinney as second-high, Reid Swinney as third-high, and Poppy Schultz as fifth-high.
     The Entomology team placed first, with Reid Swinney as high-point individual and recipient of a $500 scholarship from New Mexico State University. Poppy Schultz was second-high, and Kamryn Zachek and Melody Ruebush were on the winning team.
     The Pasture and Range team placed first, with Sam Turner as second-high individual and recipient of a $250 scholarship from the NMSU. Stacy Swope was third-high, and Kylan Swinney was fifth-high. Sylas Turner also was on the winning team.
     The Wildlife team placed first, with Warren Shafer as second-high individual, Michael Diaz as fourth-high, and Susan Turner as fifth-high. Jarrod Harrington also was on the winning team.
     And the Horticulture team placed first, with Kylan Swinney as fourth-high individual, and Reid Swinney as fifth-high. Truett Shafer and Destiny Parisi also were on the winning team.
     In addition, three Luna County 4-H volunteers were inducted into the State 4-H Hall of Fame. Honored were Teri Pickett, Candie Sweetser and Susan Swope.

Local Crime Report for Monday July 17, 2017

7/17/2017

(Deming) - Here's the area crime report:
     Arturo Molina, age 37, was arrested for aggravated DUI, possession of methamphetamine and driving while license was suspended or revoked… Ernesto Ibarra, age 26, was arrested on a Dona Ana County warrant for aggravated battery on a household member, battery on a household member, interference with communications, false imprisonment and kidnapping… Azua Pelayo, age 59, was arrested on a Magistrate warrant for two counts of forgery… Giberto Tagle, age 32, was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia and on a Magistrate warrant for failure to pay fines…
     Jennifer Rheam, age 42, was arrested on two counts of interference with officers… Mauricio Alvarado, age 43, was arrested for trespassing and drunkenness… Gemma Escobar-Ortiz, age 36, was arrested for trespassing and drunkenness… Arturo Lugo, age 60, was arrested for trespassing and drunkenness… Angel Aragon-Perez, age 53, was arrested for driving while license was suspended or revoked, no insurance and improper display of registration…
     Hermez Rodriguez-Lopez, age 19, was arrested on a Wyandotte County, KS, warrant for felony drug possession, and on a Jackson County, MO, warrant for failure to appear… Melissa Ortiz, age 40, was arrested on a District Court order for a probation violation… Hector Muniz, age 31, of Phoenix, AZ, was arrested on a Magistrate warrant for failure to appear… Jose Ruiz, age 35, of Tucson, AZ, was arrested on a Magistrate warrant for failure to appear… Rick Loya, age 31, was arrested on a Dona Ana County warrant for failure to appear… Oscar Madrid, age 20, was arrested on a Municipal warrant for failure to appear… and a 15-year-old girl was cited for resisting, evading or obstructing an officer.
     Also, $900 in miscellaneous items were taken from a business off E. Spruce… over $100 in criminal damage was reported to a vehicle parked off S. Tennyson after a tire was slashed… an air conditioner valued at $100 was taken from a location off S. Columbus Road… and a video gaming console valued at $100 was taken from a vehicle parked off S. Granite.

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