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enmjobnder.com SATURDAY,JAN. 21, 2017 Inside: 75¢ Budget relief may place burden on schools — Page 5A Vol. 88 ◆ No. 254 SERVING CLOVIS, PORTALES AND THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES EasternNewMexicoNews.com Plenty to celebrate at Clovis chamber banquet ❏ Steve Rooney honored posthumously “This year,” Chamber Rooney. He died Dec. 17 in an businessman, proud employer, President Tammy Waters automobile accident, and was and a dedicated local communi- with lifetime achievement award. planned to say in a script pro- honored Friday with the cham- ty leader. He applied his on-air vided prior to the event by the ber’s lifetime achievement mantra, ‘Local, local, local,’ to BY THE STAFF OF THE NEWS off 2017 with its inaugural busi- chamber, “we have seen a award for his 14 years of serv- everything he did and he served ness to business expo. whole new side of this individ- ice to the area. He and partner to deliver that mantra.” Rooney There was plenty for the The chamber recognized its ual no one knew was there, Jeff McNaughton, who broad- Rooney’s broadcast partner Clovis/Curry County Chamber “Godfather” as citizen of the from the banker to the casts as Duffy Moon, purchased was also honored, as the cham- of Commerce to celebrate at its year in Citizens Bank of Clovis Godfather. We saw passion, a handful of stations from ber selected him Chamber annual banquet Friday night. President Kent Carruthers. His drive, competitiveness and Bergman Broadcasting in 2002. Volunteer of the Year. And, it turns out, there were resume for the honor was some serious smack-talking The two planned to flip the sta- Accomplishments noted includ- more people to do the celebrat- detailed, with service to the skills. But most importantly, we tions for a profit after a few ed his help with the chamber ing than in years past. chamber, the Committee of saw how much he loves his years, but ended up becoming membership drive, a free barbe- Chamber members, used a Fifty, the Clovis Music Festival community and how far he will community partners. cue during Draggin’ Main for “Roaring ’20s” theme to cele- and the Clovis Industrial go to keep it growing.” While Rooney was a giant retired and active duty military brate a roaring 2016, in which Development Corporation. One celebration was posthu- voice on the radio, Waters was and the broadcasting compa- Carruthers the chamber increased its mem- He earned the “Godfather” mous, as chamber members expected to say, “his legacy ny’s work putting together the bership by 40 percent, revived moniker for his work during the honored Steve Rooney of encompasses so much more its retail committee and kicked chamber membership drive. Rooney Moon Broadcasting. than that. He was a successful BANQUET on Page 2A Warrant issued in ‘car surfing’ ❏ Clovis teen charged with delinquent act of reckless driving. By David Stevens EDITOR [email protected] CLOVIS — A warrant was issued Tuesday for the arrest of a Clovis High School student involved in last month’s “car surfing” incident, District Attorney Andrea Reeb said. Reeb said the girl, 16, is charged with the delinquent act of reckless driving resulting in great bodily injury. Officials and family members said Los Angeles Times: Carolyn Cole Dakota Revell, 14, was riding on the Donald Trump raises his fist after being sworn in as the 45th President of the United States by U.S. Supreme Court Justice John outside of a moving vehicle on Dec. Roberts Friday in Washington, D.C. 21 in the parking lot at Clovis High School. Dakota fell off the car, and remains under medical care in Lubbock. Reeb said her instructions to police were to have the girl who was driving the car arrested and then “immediately Trump sworn in released” to the custody of her family. The Eastern New Mexico News does not routinely name juveniles ❏ Inauguration address includes promise to reclaim prosperity for ‘the forgotten.’ charged in criminal activity. Reeb said the girl’s case will be By Noah Bierman you, the people,” he said. “The forgotten sourcing and automation, helped Trump referred to the Juvenile Probation TRIBUNE WASHINGTON BUREAU men and women of our country will be compile a historic electoral upset in which Office, which will conduct interviews forgotten no longer.” he defeated 16 primary opponents and with the family before forwarding the WASHINGTON — Donald John Trump He made history on many levels Friday. trampled both the Bush and Clinton fami- case back to the District Attorney’s swore the oath of office Friday as the 45th At 70, he is the oldest president to begin a ly political dynasties. office. president of the United States, one of the first term. The brash business mogul also As he and his wife, Melania, took their If the Juvenile Probation Office rec- most polarizing figures to assume the became the only commander in chief to first steps into the White House on Friday, ommends filing a petition, it will go to office shouldering a promise to reclaim enter the White House with neither gov- they were greeted with hugs by the first court. prosperity for millions who have felt ernment nor military service. And while lady and President Obama — whose legit- Veronica Revell said her daughter abandoned by their government. his predecessors included a screen actor imacy he questioned and whose legacy suffered severe head trauma, but has Trump, who won the presidency by and several war heroes, none became was at the center of Trump’s attacks. made great strides since the accident. smashing nearly every convention in poli- international celebrities in the era of real- Trump lost the popular vote to She was moved out of intensive care tics, celebrated one of the most solemn ity television. Democratic rival Hillary Clinton by more last week and into a rehabilitation cen- and sober rituals in American democracy, The gut-check moments along Trump’s than 2.8 million, and he has failed to build ter on Friday. a peaceful transfer of power that culmi- journey — winning his first primary, the support from skeptics who see his presi- “She is a miracle in that she is walk- ing and talking,” Veronica Revell said nated with him ascending to an office that Republican nomination and the election dency as divisive and even dangerous. in a telephone interview. “Granted it’s few thought was within his grasp. itself — have not mellowed his disdain During the transition period, something not a complete miracle yet because In his 16-minute inaugural address, for tradition. His refusal to conform to other modern presidents have used to she’s not running or doing flips, but Trump painted a stark portrait of a coun- political norms helped him attract mil- mend wounds from bitter elections, she is taking baby steps back.” try hobbled by lost jobs and threats from lions of voters who felt disconnected from Trump has sparred with enemies and Dakota is a varsity cheerleader. terrorism and immigrants. coastal power centers and eager to see a inflamed old divisions. He held victory Veronica Revell said she did not “This American carnage stops right here leader unafraid of offending people. rallies in states that helped win him the want criminal charges brought against and stops right now,” Trump said. Trump referred again to those voters, “the election and continued to criticize Clinton the girl who was driving the car, but In a speech that had the overtones of his forgotten man and the forgotten woman,” in public appearances weeks after she “everybody has to be accountable for divisive campaign rhetoric, he spoke as as he thanked supporters during a celebra- faded into the woods of New York for their actions.” well of giving power from politicians tion concert Thursday night overlooking long walks. “We do not wish her any harm. It is back to their constituents. the Washington Monument. That lingering sense of grievance, com- not just her fault. Kota was at fault, “We are transferring power from His unconventional qualities, and a Washington, D.C., and giving it back to promise to bring back jobs lost to out- TRUMP on Page 2A SURFING on Page 2A Forecast: Today Sunday Monday Index Calendars..........................2A Puzzles..............................5A High: 53 High: 54 High: 64 Classified ..........................6B Markets ............................2A Low: 32 Comics ..............................5B Obituaries..........................3A Low: 36 Low: 40 Sports ............................1-3B PAGE 2A ✦ SATURDAY, JAN. 21, 2017 LOCAL THE EASTERN NEW MEXICO NEWS Events calendar ENMU faculty putting on show Today Library. Information: 575-769-7840 ■ Voices of Freedom event — ■ Preschool storytime — 6 BY THE STAFF OF THE NEWS section, including two violins, a viola, something to enjoy, according to 7 p.m.-10 p.m. at Clovis Civic p.m. at Portales Public Library. and a cello, as well as Hersey’s vocal Hersey. Center. Featuring guest speaker Book: Now You See Me. PORTALES — Eastern New Mexico talents. “I can’t wait to share Hoiby’s beauti- Kris "Tanto" Paronto, hero from Information: 575-356-3940 University music department faculty The primary focus of the recital, ful songs — they range from beautiful- Benghazi, Libya attack, and patriot- ■ Tween program — 4:30 p.m. and guest musicians will offer a diverse Hersey added, is the work of William ly lyric and touching to spunky and ic rock music by Dave Bray. Tickets: at Portales Public Library for ages $25-$75. Information: 575-935- array of performances at a faculty Shakespeare, which Hoiby used as humorous. There is something for 9-12. Activity: Bookmarks. recital Monday. inspiration for his sonnets. everyone,” she said. 5000 Information: 575-356-3940 “David Sweeten, assistant professor Hersey added that she is also excited ■ Illusionists David & Teesha ■ Pre-K story hour — 10 a.m.