Whispering Pines Senior Center may shut down due to well problems, and alternative funding for a nearby center has sparked community concerns. Residents suggest a multi-generational approach, but challenges remain regarding reported usage and facility options.
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Estancia’s Calhoon Leads State in Rushing and Eighth Nationally
Estancia quarterback Josh Calhoon is enjoying about as much success as a senior can have on a team with a losing record. Calhoon, who runs with the ball more than he throws it, has tallied more yards than any running back in New Mexico. “Josh has been productive against everybody we’ve played,” Bears head coach […]
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Estancia’s Calhoon Leads State in Rushing and Eighth Nationally
Estancia quarterback Josh Calhoon is enjoying about as much success as a senior can have on a team with a losing record. Calhoon, who runs with the ball more than he throws it, has tallied more yards than any running back in New Mexico. “Josh has been productive against everybody we’ve played,” Bears head coach […]
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Community Briefs
East Mountain Named N.M.’s Top Charter School East Mountain High School is gathering national attention for its academic success. Niche.com – which is a review, and rating platform for colleges and K-12 schools – ranked the school as New Mexico’s top public charter high school, and the No. 3 overall public high school in the […]
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Community Briefs
East Mountain Named N.M.’s Top Charter School East Mountain High School is gathering national attention for its academic success. Niche.com – which is a review, and rating platform for colleges and K-12 schools – ranked the school as New Mexico’s top public charter high school, and the No. 3 overall public high school in the […]
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The Independent’s Fall Football Roundup
Estancia The Bears suffered a through an uncomfortable outing against rival Santa Rosa last week, 56-14, finishing up non-district play 2-5 and are ranked eighth in the coaches poll. With a bye this week before going into district play, the Bears get a chance for a little breather. “It just gives us a chance to […]
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The Independent’s Fall Football Roundup
Estancia The Bears suffered a through an uncomfortable outing against rival Santa Rosa last week, 56-14, finishing up non-district play 2-5 and are ranked eighth in the coaches poll. With a bye this week before going into district play, the Bears get a chance for a little breather. “It just gives us a chance to […]
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The Independent’s Fall Sports Roundup
Boys Soccer Sept. 26 Oak Grove Classical Academy 5, East Mountain 1 The Owls made four goals in the first half and one in the second. Trevor Head’s goal for the Timberwolves in the second half wasn’t enough to spark a comeback. Sept. 28 Rehoboth Christian 3, East Mountain 2, 1 OT The visiting Timberwolves […]
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The Independent’s Fall Sports Roundup
Boys Soccer Sept. 26 Oak Grove Classical Academy 5, East Mountain 1 The Owls made four goals in the first half and one in the second. Trevor Head’s goal for the Timberwolves in the second half wasn’t enough to spark a comeback. Sept. 28 Rehoboth Christian 3, East Mountain 2, 1 OT The visiting Timberwolves […]
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CoreCivic Claims Allegations in Inmate Death are False
CoreCivic, a private prison operations corporation which was recently sued in connection with a wrongful death that occurred at the Torrance County Detention Facility in Estancia, has denied the allegations of the lawsuit. “We are deeply saddened by and take very seriously the passing of any individual in our care,” CoreCivic spokesperson Brian Todd wrote […]