New Mexico American Water is beginning construction work to improve the Clovis water system by replacing approximately 2,300 feet of aging, undersized water mains with new 6-inch PVC pipes to improve fire protection and water service. The total cost of the project is expected to be $250,000. “Most of our recent, large investments in the […]
McGee: Aging gracefully
June 10, 2011
By Grant McGee: CNJ columnist A friend of mine emailed me and reminded me to ask my doctor for the shingle vaccine. “That means he thinks you’re old,” she said from the next room. I ignored that comment. I was amazed to hear they had a vaccine for shingles. “Wow isn’t that amazing, a shot […]
Inventions target aging cowgirls
May 6, 2010
By Glenda Price: State columnist Have you been receiving “special offers” for hearing testing and hearing aids in the mail lately? I sure have, and that’s not all. I’m getting offers for long-term care and life insurance for myself and my animals along with special equipment for arthritic hands and fingers. I wonder if those […]
FIrst person: Awarded for service
January 14, 2010
CNJ staff photo: Liliana Castillo Nancy Taylor, executive director of the Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico, won the 2009 public service award by the New Mexico Aging and Long-term Services Department. Nancy Taylor, executive director of the Food Bank of Eastern New Mexico, was recently presented the 2009 public service award by the New […]
Feb. 24, 2008 Library Books
February 24, 2008
The following books are available at the Clovis-Carver Public Library: Shrink Yourself: Break Free from Emotional Eating Forever by Roger Gould identifies the basic emotions behind unhealthy eating habits and offers a manageable, step-by-step program to combat these stumbling blocks in your life. Justice Denied by J.A. Jance features Seattle investigator J.P. Beaumont who follows […]
Senior department holding meeting
August 6, 2005
CNJ staff The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department will be holding a series of educational meetings throughout the state to discuss the new Medicare prescription drug plans. Representatives will conduct a Clovis meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Friendship Senior Center located at 901 West 13th. The meeting is free and open […]
