Kent McManigal: FNM columnist Curry County employees really want a pay raise. Is there anyone who doesn’t? Even libertarian opinionizing isn’t as profitable as you might imagine (and yes, I’m being silly). There is no reason to feel an obligation to continue to work in a job that doesn’t pay what you think you are […]
Letters to the editor: New courthouse part of growth
October 26, 2010
It is up to voters to decide the question of general obligation bonds for the design and construction of a courthouse addition, as well as whether a 1/4 cent addition should be made to the county’s gross receipts tax, designated for the design and construction of detention center renovations and expansion. As a judge of […]
Air Force officials reduce Palace Chase obligation
April 14, 2010
By Daniel Elkins: Air Force Personnel Center Public Affairs RANDOLPH AIR FORCE BASE, Texas — Air Force officials here recently reduced the Reserve commitment for officers and enlisted members participating in Palace Chase temporarily as part of Air Force management measures to balance the force while meeting a congressionally mandated end strength. The three-to-one officer […]
We should do what is right, even if no one is looking
July 8, 2006
Master Sgt. Terry Mateka Being an Airman in today’s military requires more than being just a technical expert in a profession: it involves living to and by a higher standard. It’s a standard that’s in effect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and 365 days a year. Whether an Airman Basic, a captain, […]
Curry County sample ballot
October 30, 2004
General Election Nov. 2, 2004 In the Senate, House and county commission district races, only the precincts listed will be voting on these candidates U.S. President and Vice President (All Curry County precincts) • (Democrat) John Kerry and John Edwards • (Republican) George W. Bush and Dick Cheney • (Green) David Cobb and Patricia LaMarche […]
