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Attempted Pedestrian Robbery reported to police

3/29/2013

(Deming) – There was an attempted robbery of a pedestrian early Friday morning in Deming.

     A 29-year-old man told Deming Police officials that he was walking in the area of Elm and Pearl at about 12:30 in the morning Friday when a man approached him, brandished a handgun, and demanded that the victim empty his pockets.

     When the would-be robber found out that the victim had no money or items of value on him, the robber yelled racial slurs, then got on a bicycle and rode off.

     The victim had only a sketchy description of the would-be robber.  He described him as male and wearing a white t-shirt and dark-colored shorts.

     Police are investigating.

Local Man killed by train identified

3/29/2013

Man Killed by Train Identified    3/29/13    11:21a

(Deming) – The man killed by a train early Thursday morning has been identified.

     State Police Lieutenant Robert McDonald said the victim was 58-year-old Michael Stanberry.

     McDonald said they were able to notify relatives of Stanberry’s in the Tyler, Texas, area.

     Stanberry had been living in Deming for several years, but was considered homeless by authorities who responded to incidents involving him over the years.

     It appeared Stanberry was attempting to cross the train tracks just north of the gas station off Railroad Avenue at about 1:20 a.m. Thursday when he was struck by the train.

Deming Wildcats doubleheader against Onate Knights

3/28/2013

(Deming) - Deming Wildcats doubleheader with Las Cruces Onate Knights at the newly remodeled Hooten Sports Complex.

Game 1 Deming 4 Las Cruces 1

Game 2 Deming 2 Las Cruces 12

Hooten Sports complex double header... Deming winning the first game 4-1

However, Onate came back and defeated the Cats 12-2 in the second game. The Cats now drop to 3-6 overall.

Next game for the Cats is another doubleheader Tuesday at 4 and 5 pm against the Silver High Colts, at home at Hooten Sports Complex.

Local Crime Report for Thursday March 28, 2013

3/28/2013

(Deming) – Here’s the area crime report:

Michael Mendoza, age 37, was arrested on a Magistrate warrant for receiving or transferring a stolen motor vehicle and unlawful taking of a motor vehicle… Eloy Aguilera, age 33, was arrested on an Adult Probation and Parole Office warrant for a probation violation… Anita Calderon, age 68, was arrested on a Magistrate warrant for failure to pay fines… and Daniel Perez, age 19, was picked up on a District court warrant.

Also… power tools, lawn and garden tools and other items totaling over $3,300 were taken from a residence off South Gold… and a bicycle valued at $100 was taken from a location off East Florida.

Mimbres Memorial Hospital Celebrates National Doctor's Day

3/28/2013

(Deming) – Mimbres Memorial Hospital and Nursing Home is honoring members of its medical staff Friday in celebration of National Doctor’s Day.

     Mimbres Memorial CEO Steve Westenhofer said one of the key factors in a strong and vibrant community is quality medical care.

     He added that Mimbres Memorial Hospital’s physicians represent a broad range of medical expertise.

     National Doctor’s Day was first observed on March 30th, 1933. It is celebrated annually to recognize the contributions of doctors around the country for their role in healing, patient safety, medical research and advances, and respect for human life and individual dignity.

     March 30th also is significant among the medical community because it marks the anniversary of the first surgery using anesthesia.

     Again, in recognition of National Doctor’s Day – March 30th, Saturday – Mimbres Memorial Hospital will be honoring its doctors this Friday.

Man Killed by Train Here

3/28/2013

(Deming) – A homeless man in his late 50s with a last known address in Texas was killed by a train early Thursday morning.

Reportedly, the accident occurred at about 1:20 a.m. within the Deming city limits just north of the service station off Railroad Avenue.

State Police are investigating.

Local Crime Report for Wednesday March 27, 2013

3/27/2013

(Deming) – Here’s the area crime report:

Eric Clayton, age 22, was arrested on a Magistrate warrant for larceny… Leslie Williams, age 48, was arrested on a District Court warrant for a probation violation… Alex Gamboa, age 32, of Albuquerque, was arrested on a Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court warrant for failure to appear… and Delores Almanza, age 37, was arrested on a Municipal warrant for failure to pay fines.

Local Elks Officers Installed

3/27/2013

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(Deming) -- The Deming Elks Lodge held its annual officer installation and awards ceremony Sunday at the lodge off Raymond Reed Boulevard.

     The newly re-elected Exalted Ruler – or president – is George Torres.  This will be Torres’ second year at the helm.

     Other newly installed officers for 2013-2014 are Leading Knight Ernie Arrey… Loyal Knight Anna Tobin… Lecturing Knight Roxy Dubiskas… Secretary Dave Johnson… Treasurer Dana Bivens… Esquire Jim Brannon… Chaplin Bettie Brannon… Inner Guard Harriet Kirich… Tiler Dennis Grier… Trustee Chairman Pat Bradberry… and Trustees Roger Bladow, Javier Gallosa, Fred Kent and Rob Kirich.

     The “Elk of the Year” was George Tobin, recognized for his work during the move to the new lodge in September and October… “Officer of the Year” was Rob Kirich, recognized for his many volunteer activities including bingo and helping with the lounge… and the “Distinguished Citizen of the Year” was Jennifer Morales, recognized for helping at various events and with donations to the lodge.

Deming High Looking at Seven-Period Day

3/27/2013

Harvilee Moore

(Deming) – Deming High School officials are looking to return to a seven-period day with year-round classes.

     Superintendent Harvielee Moore said the issue will be discussed at a special school board meeting Thursday afternoon.

     Moore said the high school leadership team, led by Principal Janean Garney, has been studying the pros and cons of a seven-period day with a year-round schedule as part of their continuous improvement plan.

     Moore said they have been analyzing ways to improve teaching and learning opportunities and to continue to support improvement in student achievement, including test scores.

     Currently, Deming High students have only four classes each semester, and their schedule changes completely in January so they have a different set of four classes for the second semester each year.

     Moore added that high school officials have visited another district that successfully transitioned from a four/four model to a seven-period block.

     Garney and her staff will present their information to the board members and administration at Thursday’s meeting, set to begin at 1:15 p.m. in the board room of the Emmett Shockley Administration Building, 400 Cody Road.  The meeting is open to the public, but no action will be taken.

     Moore said a survey will be sent to parents soliciting input before it is decided whether to change the schedule structure.

     Also on the agenda for Thursday’s special meeting is the district’s Facilities Master Plan.

Local Crime Report for Tuesday March 26, 2013

3/26/2013

(Deming) – Here’s the area crime report:

     Alonso Murrieta, age 27, was arrested on a Magistrate warrant for failure to pay fines… Ismael Chacon, age 22, was arrested on a Dona Ana County warrant for failure to pay fines… and an 11-year-old boy was cited for battery.

     Also… a doublewide trailer was engulfed in flames off the 9600 block of Hermanas Road Southwest Monday night; no one was home at the time of the blaze.

     And in other news… $500 in criminal damage occurred to the rear window of an SUV parked off Red Mountain Way Southwest… a display sword valued at $200 was taken from a residence off South 12th Street… and a window valued at $100 was broken on a residence off East Fourth Street.