Roswell-Chaves County EDC News
September 30, 2011
Xcel Energy Honors Leprino Foods with Environmental Leadership Award. Roswell, N.M. – Xcel Energy has honored Leprino Foods with its 2011 Environmental Leadership Award, recognizing Leprino’s energy efficiency retrofits to lighting and electrical equipment at its Roswell cheese processing facility. Since 2009, Leprino has submitted six applications for projects that qualified for Xcel Energy’s Lighting Efficiency and Motors & Drives Programs, which are energy efficiency programs designed to help customers maximize the use of electricity and save money. Leprino currently is participating in the second phase of the large commercial and industrial study program, which offers assistance in formulating a long-term energy plan. Total annual estimated savings from the Leprino efforts are 3.6 million kilowatt-hours, which translates to a cost savings of 8,834. For full story click here.
August 25, 2011
Governor: Capping Tax doesn't Make Sense. Roswell, N.M. – In her remarks at the annual members dinner of the Economic Development Corporation of Roswell-Chaves County, Wednesday night, Gov. Susana Martinez focused largely on the oil and gas industry, specifically addressing New Mexico's Pit Rule and Greenhouse Gas rules. The Governor outlined her priorities for the upcoming Legislative Special Session, the issues facing the oil and gas industry, and the importance of job creation in the State of New Mexico. Martinez applauded Roswell for strengthening and expanding its economic base, citing the city's expansion of its capabilities in the aircraft industry and its distinction as having the world's largest mozarella cheese factory, which she promised she would be back to visit. She stated that job creation is her top priority, but gave credit to New Mexico businesses and not the government for creating jobs. For full story click here.
August 19, 2011
We are the Champions! Invaders take first Pecos League Title. Roswell, N.M. – In May 2011, professional baseball returned to Roswell for the first time since 1959. Three months and 74 games later, the Invaders brought the city its first ever pro baseball title with a 4-2 victory over Ruidoso Thursday. “It was a long, exhausting, tiring season at different points throughout the year,” said Manager Chris Paterson. “I’m glad it’s over with, but at the same time I’m sad it’s over with. These are great people I’ve been around all year. Great players.” For full story click here.
May 14, 2011
Invaders go 10, Win in Home Debut. Roswell, N.M. – Sports fans hear the phrase all the time, “From goat to hero.” Never was the phrase more appropriate than in the Roswell Invaders’ home opener against Ruidoso on Friday night. Invader center fielder Cliff Thomas dropped a potential game-winning fly ball in the top of the ninth, but ended up scoring the winning run in the bottom of the 10th as Roswell downed Ruidoso 6-5 to improve its record to 1-2. The Invaders grabbed the lead in the home half of the seventh. For full story click here.
March 29, 2011
ENMU-Roswell Aviation Program to Offer Shorter Training Curriculum. Roswell, N.M. – The Aviation Maintenance Technology (AMT) program at ENMU-Roswell has revised its training curriculum. Students can now complete the requirements for a Certificate of Completion in only 14.5 months. The classes and labs have been restructured to better meet the needs of students and industry. The revised curriculum was recently approved by the Federal Aviation Administration. A new class of students is expected to begin the new program this coming fall semester. AMT students currently enrolled will continue in their existing courses through completion. For full story click here.
March 22, 2011
Great Southwest Aviation impacting Roswell community. Roswell, N.M. – Great Southwest Aviation, full service aviation facility located at the Roswell International Air Center, is quietly making a large impact on the Roswell community. Their business plan ranges from a Fixed Based Operator (FBO), flight training, hangar storage, aircraft management/maintenance/aircraft sales to managing American Eagle Airlines operations and Government fueling contracts. The current clients that have been performing testing and utilizing GSA’s facilities are Boeing, Gulfstream, Cessna and the U.S. Air Force. These clients heavily impact the local economy whether it’s through the rental car agencies, hotels, restaurants or retail shops. Larry Jessen, President/CEO of Great Southwest Aviation stated, “There are three main reasons why the Roswell International Air Center is attracting these customers: 1. the longest runway, 3-21, is 13,000 ft. long with a width of 150 ft. 2. Taxiways are 174 ft. wide and are stressed to hold up to a million pounds and 3. The airport is tower controlled with controlled airspace and fire protection on the field. You have all the benefits of a larger airport like the Sunport and Dallas/Ft. Worth, without the congestion!” For full story click here.
March 18, 2011
City Population Up 6.8%. Roswell, NM. U.S. Census Bureau data released Tuesday for New Mexico reveals that although Chaves County didn’t witness a loss of population from 2000, its modest growth falls short of booms witnessed in other areas of the state — especially considering that Roswell is the state’s fifth most populated city.
Roswell’s 6.8 percent population increase wasn’t enough to push the city over the 50,000 mark that many local officials were hoping for, and it also paled in comparison with other city and county growth in the state. For full story click here.
March 16, 2011
ENMU-Roswell Students Receive National Recognition. Roswell, NM. The Spring 2011 edition of “Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges” will include the names of 20 students from Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell who have been selected as national outstanding campus leaders.
Campus nominating committees and editors of the annual directory have included the names of these students based on their academic achievement, service to the community, leadership in extracurricular activities and potential for continued success. They join an elite group of students from more than 1,000 institutions of higher learning in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and several foreign nations. Outstanding students have been honored in the annual directory since it was first published in 1934.
Students recognized this year from ENMU-Roswell are: Irma L. Acosta, Randall D. Caple, Raquel M. Carson, Marely Castro, Katherine Cibak, Vandy Cloud, Dustin Gilliland, Wendy A. Gonzalez, Heather A. Hicks, Dawnielle D. Israelson Evita M. Jauregui, Krystal V. Lara, Jaqueline Lozano, Zackery R. McPherson, Michelle H. Moore, Kathleen M. Owen, Christopher C. Rierson, Victoria Sifuentes, Anastacio R. Valverde, and Toni M. Woods.
March 4, 2011
Roswell Invaders Looking for Host Families. Roswell, NM. The Roswell Invaders of the Pecos League of Professional Baseball Clubs will hold a meeting for those interested in becoming a Host Family for the 2011 Season. Andrew Dunn, Pecos League Commissioner, stated, “Host families have always been the unsung heroes of the team. While big-league ballplayers make big-league bucks, the vast majority of minor-league players are young athletes who need not only a place to stay, but also some helpful guidance as they may be far from home for the first time in their lives. A host family gives a player a home away from home, and allows him to relax and pursue his dream of making it to the major leagues.” For full story click here.
March 3, 2011
Local Economic Development Organizations conducting Labor Study. The Artesia Chamber of Commerce (ACC) and the Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corporation (R-CCEDC) are pleased to announce a long-awaited area labor study is now underway. Foote Consulting Group, LLC (FCG), a global site selection and economic development consulting company, was contracted to conduct the labor shed analysis for our region. For full story click here.
February 22, 2011
Ferguson to Open Operations in Roswell, NM. The Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corporation announced today that Ferguson, the largest U.S. distributor of plumbing supplies and pipe, valves and fittings (PVF), will open their 7th New Mexico storefront in Roswell. “I want to welcome Ferguson Plumbing Supply and extend our congratulations on the opening of their new location, stated Mayor Del Jurney, City of Roswell.” “We’re excited to include them as yet another quality addition to our business community and I wish them well as they prepare to open. We appreciate their confidence in selecting Roswell.” For full story click here.
February 6, 2011
Pearce Opens Roswell Office. Congressman Steve Pearce, R-N.M, re-opened the doors to his old Roswell office, Saturday afternoon. About 40 supporters were there to welcome back the lawmaker, who served as the state’s 2nd District’s representative from 2002 to 2008. Pearce told the crowd that he was humbled to be back in office after a two year hiatus that followed an unsuccessful bid for the U.S. Senate. For full story click here.
January 20, 2011
Senator Udall visits with Local Aviation Leaders. U.S. Sen. Tom Udall met with Roswell aviation leaders at the Roswell International Air Center, Wednesday. “It’s a real pleasure to have him and be able to facilitate businesses meeting directly with him,” Councilwoman Judy Stubbs said. Mayor Del Jurney, Stubbs and RIAC Manager Jennifer Brady led the meeting, where community leaders and aviation experts voiced their concerns and needs, and issued many thanks to the senator for his work with RIAC. For full story click here.
January 1, 2011
Return on Educational Investment. The report is a culmination of a yearling effort to study the efficiency of the nation's public education system and includes the first-ever attempt to evaluate the productivity of almost every major school district in the country. In the business world, the notion of productivity describes the benefit received in exchange for effort or money expended. The project measures the academic achievement a school district produces relative to its educational spending, while conrolling for factors outside a district's control, such as cost of living and students in poverty. The Roswell ISD received "Green" for basic ROI, adjusted ROI and production ROI, which is the Highes Achievement a district can receive. For more information click here.
December 15, 2010
Roswell Invaders Baseball Team names local Marketing Representative. The Roswell Invaders of the Pecos League of Professional Baseball Clubs announced Desiree Rogers as Roswell’s Marketing Representative. “We are excited to have Desiree on board for the 2011 baseball season. Her involvement in the local community shows her passion to move Roswell forward,” stated Andrew Dunn, commissioner of the Pecos League. Over the next few months, Desiree will be contacting local businesses in regards to sponsorships for the Roswell Invaders. Desiree Rogers stated, “I’m honored to be a part of the Roswell Invaders management team. This will be a great addition to the local dynamics bringing many evenings of family fun to the Roswell area.” For full story click here.
December 10, 2010
Fallen soldier's family treated to trip. Roswell’s airport terminal was crowded with city officials and well-wishers Thursday, as a local family took to the skies for an all expense paid trip to Dallas as part of the Snowball Express program. The American Airlines charity organizes events for surviving children and spouses of soldiers who have died while on active duty since Sept. 11, 2001. “Our soldiers give us our freedom,” said state Senate President Pro Tem Tim Jennings, who was among the officials present to send off April Baca- Salas and her two children. “We are freer than any other nation in the world and we wouldn’t have that without your sacrifices,” he said. Ricky Salas Jr. was killed in Iraq by an IED explosion in March 2006. For full story click here or watch the newsclip from KOB-TV.
December 8, 2010
ENMU-R opens Health Center. Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell opened its new Health Science Center on Tuesday. “This was a vision in 1999,” Jane Batson, dean of ENMU-R division of health, said. “It was on the horizon (to build this facility) on a statewide dental plan as well as here (in Roswell) years before that. It has been a couple of years in the making — to get it all put together.” The 16,720-square-foot facility, at 75 University Blvd., features an anatomy lab, auditorium, community pharmacy, 11 dental operatories and smart-classrooms equipped with state of the art machinery for health center programs. According to Batson, the facility will allow programs to admit more students because of classroom sizes and its auditorium, which can hold 65 students. For full story click here.
December 1, 2010
Roswell ISD: Modern Learning. Michael Gottlieb, superintendent of New Mexico’s Roswell Independent School District, had quite a challenge on his hands when he took on his role seven years ago. The district is made up of 21 schools, none of which had seen updates or construction of any kind since 1964. “We had to make sure we were providing what was needed to our students and staff,” said Gottlieb. “We had a company come in and help us develop a plan of what had to be done to revitalize the entire school district.” For full story click here.
November 25, 2010
Pro Baseball returns to Roswell. Minor league baseball is officially returning to Roswell after a 50-plus year absence. The Roswell Invaders, an independent minor league team in the Pecos League, finalized a two-year lease for the use of Joe Bauman Stadium on Nov. 11 when the Roswell City Council approved the lease at its regular board meeting. League commissioner Andrew Dunn was happy that all the paperwork was finally completed and the team could move forward with preparing for the 2011 season. For full story click here.
November 22, 2010
Four daily non-stops link Southeast New Mexico with America's largest hub. American Eagle, the regional affiliate of American Airlines, will increase its service to Roswell, N.M., beginning April 5, 2011, adding a fourth daily round trip between Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Roswell International Air Center (ROW). Eagle flies 50-seat Embraer ERJ-145 jets between DFW and Roswell. For full story click here.
October 1, 2010
Meet the Manager-Roswell Invaders. Roswell Invaders owner, Andrew Dunn, has formally announced the Manager of Roswell Invaders, Chris Paterson. Owner Andrew Dunn stated, “We are pleased to have such great talent managing this team with Head Coach Chris Paterson and Assistant Coach Robert Nordorf. We have signed 9 players, so we are off to a great start!” The Roswell Invaders are part of the Pecos League, which will operate with at least six teams in 2011 Season in Southeastern New Mexico and West Texas. For full story click here or click here to watch short interview.
September 30, 2010
Solar Project Opens on ENMU-Roswell Campus. Xcel Energy’s new community solar energy demonstration site on the ENMU-Roswell campus was officially opened to the public September 30 with a ribbon cutting ceremony. About 200 community leaders, RISD students, college officials and college students attended the ceremony. The 35 kilowatt solar installation demonstrates six photovoltaic (PV) solar technologies that can be installed on homes or businesses, including rooftop, lollipop array, single axis array, and dual axis array. The project covers 22,000 square feet and includes a walking path with information markers describing the types of technology being demonstrated and interesting solar facts. Meters also show the output of the power being generated. For full story click here.
September 22, 2010
FatMan's Beef Jerky to Break Ground. Hagerman—The Town of Hagerman and Fat Man’s Beef Jerky have announced the groundbreaking of a new beef jerky facility for Fat Man’s Beef Jerky at the Hagerman Industrial Park. The new 6000 square foot food manufacturing facility will be located on the recently completed 80 acre Industrial Park. For full story click here or watch the news feed at http://www.kob.com/article/11687/?vid=1720428&v=1.
September 21, 2010
ENMMC Announces New Chest Pain Center Accreditation. Eastern New Mexico Medical Center is proud to announce it is now the first Accredited Chest Pain Center in the southern region of New Mexico and only the 2nd in the state. Building on its long-established reputation as a leader in cardiac care, ENMMC recently applied for and was granted full accreditation by the Society of Chest Pain Centers (SCPC) – a designation held by only 12 percent of hospitals in the United States. To receive accreditation, ENMMC has demonstrated its expertise and commitment to quality patient care by meeting or exceeding a wide set of stringent criteria and completing on-site evaluations by a SCPC review team. “This is momentous not only for our hospital and patients, but the community as well,” said ENMMC CEO Brad McGrath. “It’s another step in our commitment to providing superior emergency and cardiac care to the residents of Roswell and all of southern New Mexico. While the focus is on our emergency department, this accreditation is possible because of the work and commitment of a multi-disciplinary team that includes employees, physicians and EMS.” For full story click here.
September 19, 2010
Walker Aviation Museum becomes reality. Nothing was more packed than the parking lot, more crowded than the standing-room only auditorium than the love for country. The who’s-who of Roswell and its former base lined the stage. The patriotism was palpable. Such was the scene at Saturday afternoon’s events commemorating Walker Air Force Base and its predecessor, the Roswell Army Air Field. The Remembering Walker Air Force Base program began with a ceremony at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell’s Performing Arts Center and was immediately followed by a ribbon-cutting and museum dedication at the neighboring Roswell International Air Terminal. For full story click here.
September 3, 2010
Leprino to expand local operation. City economic development officials say they’re excited about new changes happening at Leprino Foods’ Roswell facility. The Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corp. announced the local cheese and dairy products manufacturing facility is investing about 1 million into the plant and plans to hire 20 to 25 new employees. "I think it's fantastic for Roswell," said Bob Donnell, Executive Director of the Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corp. " I think it's a very positive statement." For full story click here.
August 27, 2010
RCC-EDC elects 3 Board Members. The mood was upbeat at the “first annual dinner” of the Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corp, held at Anderson Museum on Thursday. Bill Owen, the corporation’s president, noted the purpose of the annual membership meeting was to vote in three new board members to the 25-member board and to thank the outgoing members. For full story click here.
August 20, 2010
County OK's 4 Solar Permits. Chaves County Commissioners unanimously approved four special-use permits for solar power during their monthly meeting, Thursday. The permits are associated with 13 separate locations in the county where solar panels are being set up to power agricultural equipment. For full story click here.
August 14, 2010
Energy providers oppose change. Business leaders and state and local lawmakers gathered in the Roswell Chamber of Commerce conference room, Friday, to discuss two petitions going before the State Environmental Improvement Board, which would regulate greenhouse gases. A guest panel spoke to the group about the proposed regulations, economic implications should they become law and strategies for opposing them. Both of the new regulations could be approved by the EIB as early as the fall. The EIB consists of seven members whose responsibility is to regulate air and water quality. The board is appointed by Gov. Bill Richardson. For full story click here.
July 31, 2010
Pro ball may be invading Roswell in 2011. The owner of a regional baseball league met with community leaders Friday to gather support for bringing an independent minor league team to Roswell. The team would be part of the Pecos League, an independent professional baseball league headquartered in Houston, and could arrive as early as 2011. The Pecos League plays from May through August and consists of small cities throughout West Texas, New Mexico, eastern Arizona and southern Colorado. “Roswell is in the center of that and it’s got a stadium, it’s got people that want a team and it’s 50,000 people,” said Andrew Dunn, commissioner of the Pecos League. "It’s the perfect city for what we’re doing.” For full story click here.
June 25, 2010
Device creates power from waste heat. Tucked away in a corner of Roswell is a budding company whose president says is on the verge of a revolutionary change in how people and industrial companies get electricity. Ken Newman, president of Berken Energy LLC, says his small team of employees developed a new device that turns waste heat into energy using thermoelectric technology. Researchers developed thin solid-state materials capable of powering up a factory with heated water or vapor, for example. For full story click here.
June 18, 2010
Berken boosts waste energy power generation big time. A homegrown technology from Roswell could substantially boost energy savings at industrial complexes worldwide. Berken Energy LLC has developed a new thermo-electric device that it says efficiently turns heat into electricity. The generators are about the size of a mini van and can generate up to 1 megawatt of electricity from waste heat at industrial sites, such as oil and gas operations, said President Ken Newman. For full story click here.
June 2, 2010
Governor Bill Richardson announces AerSale, Inc. expanding to Roswell. Governor Bill Richardson is in Roswell today to announce that AerSale, Inc. has acquired Great Southwest Aviation including its 15 employees, and plans to add 100 to 200 mechanics, inspectors and support staff as it grows its aircraft leasing business. AerSale, a Florida based company, has also acquired approximately 200,000 square feet of aircraft hangar and warehouse space at the Roswell International Air Center, and plans to acquire overthe next five years. For full story click here.
April 19, 2010
Hitchcock honored for his work. A local resident was honored for his work within the community on Monday during the the Roswell Association of Realtors 2010 Citizen of the Year Luncheon. Jon Hitchcock, president and CEO of Pioneer Bank, was the focus of attention at the luncheon that awarded him for his outstanding community work. The association has honored citizens who go above and beyond, since 1961. For full story click here.
March 10, 2010
2010 Census Community Kick-Off. Census Committee members and community leaders held the 2010 Roswell Census Community Kick-Off at the Roswell Convention and Civic Center, Tuesday. The event included hors d’oeuvers, several guest speakers and live entertainment by Roswell and Goddard high school cheerleaders. Committee chairwoman Judy Armstrong said the event was held to remind everyone to fill out their census forms and also showcase Roswell youth. For full story click here.
March 9, 2010
Swearing in of new City officials. Council chambers in City Hall was packed with family, friends and well-wishers for the swearing in of seven new city officials on Monday. Roswell’s newly-elected mayor, Del Jurney, and six council members formally took office after being sworn in by Judge Charles Currier of the Fifth District Court.. For full story click here.
February 25, 2010
ATF opens office at RPD; A federal law enforcement officer announced the opening of a satellite station of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives in Roswell, Wednesday. Two ATF agents, with the possibility of two more before the end of the year, have begun working out of the Roswell Police Department headquarters with local law enforcement personnel. The agents will focus primarily on locking up violent criminals and repeat offenders, said William Newell, special agent in charge of the ATF Phoenix Field Division. For full story click here.
February 21, 2010
Pilots return to Roswell; The 120 aviators and Navy support personnel are staying for three months. The 60 young Marine and Navy pilots are here for their military flight training, and the naval aircraft workers travel with the 16 turbo T-34c Beech craft planes. Their job is to keep the small orange and white planes safe to fly.. For full story click here.
December 15, 2009
Xcel Energy and Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell are breaking ground today on a 35-kilowatt solar installation at ENMU-R's campus at the Roswell International Air Center The project is part of Xcel Energy's New Mexico Community Solar program, which is placing solar installations in four eastern and southeastern New Mexico communities as a means of educating the public about the benefits of solar power in New Mexico. For full story click here.
August 26, 2009
The Eagle has landed! Roswell's first flight from Los Angeles International Airport was greeted with water cannons, a balloon release and refreshments as it pulled into the Roswell International Air Center on Tuesday. Flight 3113 arrived at 6 p.m., right on time. On hand to welcome the travelers were Roswell Mayor Sam LaGrone, County Commissioner Michael Trujillo, and Bob Donnell, executive director of the Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corporation. "To say we're excited would be an understatement," Donnell said. "The connectivity that we have now east-and west-bound out of Roswell is going to have a huge economic impact on Roswell, Chaves County and throughout the valley, as well as Ruidoso and Lincoln County." Donnell said both flights leaving in the morning - one to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and one to Los Angeles International Airport - are at full capacity. "We're going to have almost 90 people in our waiting room tomorrow morning," he said. Brian Coutts, managing director of sales for American Eagle Airlines, said the airline is approached by many cities who would like to have air service. "We chose Roswell because of the people," he said. "I've met a lot of great people here - the county commissioners, the mayors, the service committee members - and it's a very talented group of people and they were very dedicated and committed to making this a reality." "We look forward to a long, long relationship with the airport, the city, and the state of New Mexico," he said. For full story, visit http://www.roswell-record.com/main.asp?FromHome=1&TypeID=1&ArticleID=45189&SectionID=49&SubSectionID=112.
May, 18, 2009
American Eagle Airlines launches service from Los Angeles, Calf. to Roswell, NM. American Eagle, the regional affiliate of American Airlines, will increase its service to eastern New Mexico with four nonstop flights per week from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Roswell International Air Center (ROW). The new service begins Aug. 25, 2009, and is in addition to the three daily round-trip flights now offered between Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Roswell. The new service will be operated with 44-seat Embraer ERJ-140 regional jets. The communities of eastern New Mexico have been extremely supportive of our DFW service, so we are delighted to be able to offer convenient jet service to the West Coast, said American Eagle President and CEO Peter Bowler. Customers can arrive in Los Angeles first thing in the morning and connect to popular Western destinations such as Las Vegas, San Francisco and San Diego or to cities throughout the American and American Eagle network. For full story click here. For more information, visit www.aa.com.
May 13, 2009
Voters approve school bonds! Both Roswell Independent School District bonds on Tuesday's ballot passed by a landslide. Bond 1 for million, which will fund the district's master plan for renovating and updating aging buildings, passed by 72 percent. Bond 2, which will pay million to replace the heating and cooling system at Roswell High School and update science labs at Roswell and Goddard high schools, passed by 70 percent. Director of Instructional Programs Brian Shea, who staked out the county clerk's office as the numbers rolled in, said he was pleased, but not surprised. "I never like to guess, but we were confident," he said. "We hoped they would support us, and they have. They always have." For full story click here. For more information, visit www.risd.k12.nm.us.
April 30, 2009
Western Emulsions opens Manufacturing Plant in Roswell, New Mexico. Western Emulsions, Inc. (Western Emulsions), a leading innovator and supplier of asphalt emulsions products used for pavement preservation, repair and restoration, today announced the completion and opening of a new emulsions manufacturing and asphalt storage facility located on 15-acre rail-served site within Roswell International Air Center in Roswell, New Mexico. For full story click here. For more information, visit www.westernemulsions.com.
March 26, 2009
US News and World Report name Roswell, NM as one of the "10 Affordable Places to Retire". Many of the most exciting activities, of course, cost barely anything at all. Be on the lookout for low-cost and free things to do, like learning about comets, quasars, black holes at the Goddard Planetarium or hiking through the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Roswell, N.M. And don't forget to ask for a senior discount. For more information, visit www.usnews.com/articles/business/retirement/2009/03/26/10-affordable-places-to-retire.html?PageNr=2.
February 20, 2009
Great Southwest Aviation buys AAR and plans to add maintenance and repair divsion. Great Southwest Aviation is expanding its footprint at the Roswell International Air Center in two moves that together could add as many as 160 employees to its payroll. GSA has acquired AAR Aircraft Services in Roswell and also will be adding a maintenance, repair and overhaul division to its operations. Company officials expect the MRO division to be in operation in three or four months. The acquisition of AAR adds 100,000 square feet of hangar space to the company plant at the RIAC and triples the company's workforce, adding 60 employees to the 30 now employed. The opening of the MRO division is expected to add another 50-100 employees. For more information on Great Southwest, visit www.greatsouthwestaviation.com.
February 9, 2009
Solar company coming to Roswell. Berken Solar, a company on the forefront of thin-film solar alternative energy technology, has occupied a large warehouse on the city's south side, and will begin production in as little as three months. The company is currently in the research and development phase, and is awaiting delivery on another large piece of equipment from France. Ken Newman, Director of Business Development, said the proximity to Eastern NM University-Roswell made the city a natural choice as well as the support from the community. According to Newman, the company currently has six full-time employees. If everything goes well, he added, the company will have between 30 and 50 employees by the end of the year. For full story click here. For more information on Berken Solar, visit www.berkensolar.com.
January 23, 2009
Solar pump plant coming to Roswell area. Sustainable Resources Inc., a company on the forefront of an emerging technology involving the desalinization of brackish and salt water through solar power, was recently awarded a one-year lease by the City of Roswell on a facility east of town. The company has committed to a five-year renewable lease on the former Roswell National Desalinization Test Facility, pending research to ensure that the building will meet its needs. SRI makes solar powered pumps for desalinization units, which filter the salt and pollutants out of salt and brackish water by pushing it through a series of membranes. For full story click here. For more information on SRI, visit www.sriglobal.org.
September 15, 2008
RISD awarded technology grant. The Roswell Independent School District has been awarded with a technology grant that will help schools provide up-to-date technology and cutting edge learning techniques to their students. The competitive grant, won by Dr. Suchint Sarangarm and the Assessment, Evaluation, and Technology Department, consists of approximately ,983.00 for the proposed project, and a chance for further funding depending on the results of the initial plan. The Activclassroom project is scheduled to begin in November, 2008. For more information on RISD, visit www.risd.k12.nm.us.
September 15, 2008
RISD awarded grant for Singapore Math Institutes. The New Mexico Public Education Department Math and Science Bureau has awarded the Roswell Independent School District with a grant for Singapore Math Institutes. The grant, which consists of ,000 and possible future financing depending on institute outcomes, will allow the district to conduct special workshops for educators that will not only introduce them to the concept of Singapore Math, but will give them hands on experience with the technique through math problems that are relevant to their specific grade level of teaching. For more information on RISD, visit www.risd.k12.nm.us.
June 3, 2008
Verety announces expansion in Roswell, NM. In March, Verety announced that it would be expanding operations in Roswell, N.M., with initial plans to bring 100 new jobs to the area by the end of 2008. However, it now has plans to hire 250 new specialists by the end of the year. To date, the company has hired 49 remote order specialists and is working closely with Chaves County Development Foundation to increase its recruitment efforts in the region. In addition, Verety conducts regular training classes for its new specialists at Eastern New Mexico University’s Roswell campus. For more information on Verety, LLC, visit www.verety.com.
March 7, 2008
Verety to bring 100 new work at home jobs to New Mexico. Roswell, NM – The New Mexico Economic Development Partnership (NMEDP) and The Chaves County Development Foundation announced today that Verety, LLC will establish its remote order services operation in Roswell, NM, bringing 100 new work-at-home jobs to Chaves County. For more information on Verety, LLC, visit www.verety.com.
January 21, 2008
American Eagle Airlines to increase service from Dallas/Ft. Worth to Roswell, NM. FORT WORTH, Texas – American Eagle, the regional affiliate of American Airlines, will increase its service to Roswell, N.M., beginning April. 7 by adding a third daily round trip between Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and Roswell International Air Center, using 50-seat ERJ-145 aircraft. For more information, visit www.flyroswell.com.
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million into the plant and plans to hire 20 to 25 new employees. The local facility employs 550 people and receives about 6 million pounds of milk per day, Donnell said. Leprino acquired the facility in 1993 and has expanded and upgraded it numerous times. For full story click here.
August 27, 2010
RCC-EDC elects 3 Board Members. The mood was upbeat at the “first annual dinner” of the Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corp, held at Anderson Museum on Thursday. Bill Owen, the corporation’s president, noted the purpose of the annual membership meeting was to vote in three new board members to the 25-member board and to thank the outgoing members. For full story click here.
August 20, 2010
County OK's 4 Solar Permits. Chaves County Commissioners unanimously approved four special-use permits for solar power during their monthly meeting, Thursday. The permits are associated with 13 separate locations in the county where solar panels are being set up to power agricultural equipment. For full story click here.
August 14, 2010
Energy providers oppose change. Business leaders and state and local lawmakers gathered in the Roswell Chamber of Commerce conference room, Friday, to discuss two petitions going before the State Environmental Improvement Board, which would regulate greenhouse gases. A guest panel spoke to the group about the proposed regulations, economic implications should they become law and strategies for opposing them. Both of the new regulations could be approved by the EIB as early as the fall. The EIB consists of seven members whose responsibility is to regulate air and water quality. The board is appointed by Gov. Bill Richardson. For full story click here.
July 31, 2010
Pro ball may be invading Roswell in 2011. The owner of a regional baseball league met with community leaders Friday to gather support for bringing an independent minor league team to Roswell. The team would be part of the Pecos League, an independent professional baseball league headquartered in Houston, and could arrive as early as 2011. The Pecos League plays from May through August and consists of small cities throughout West Texas, New Mexico, eastern Arizona and southern Colorado. “Roswell is in the center of that and it’s got a stadium, it’s got people that want a team and it’s 50,000 people,” said Andrew Dunn, commissioner of the Pecos League. “It’s the perfect city for what we’re doing.” For full story click here.
June 25, 2010
Device creates power from waste heat. Tucked away in a corner of Roswell is a budding company whose president says is on the verge of a revolutionary change in how people and industrial companies get electricity. Ken Newman, president of Berken Energy LLC, says his small team of employees developed a new device that turns waste heat into energy using thermoelectric technology. Researchers developed thin solid-state materials capable of powering up a factory with heated water or vapor, for example. For full story click here.
June 18, 2010
Berken boosts waste energy power generation big time. A homegrown technology from Roswell could substantially boost energy savings at industrial complexes worldwide. Berken Energy LLC has developed a new thermo-electric device that it says efficiently turns heat into electricity. The generators are about the size of a mini van and can generate up to 1 megawatt of electricity from waste heat at industrial sites, such as oil and gas operations, said President Ken Newman. For full story click here.
June 2, 2010
Governor Bill Richardson announces AerSale, Inc. expanding to Roswell. Governor Bill Richardson is in Roswell today to announce that AerSale, Inc. has acquired Great Southwest Aviation including its 15 employees, and plans to add 100 to 200 mechanics, inspectors and support staff as it grows its aircraft leasing business. AerSale, a Florida based company, has also acquired approximately 200,000 square feet of aircraft hangar and warehouse space at the Roswell International Air Center, and plans to acquire overthe next five years. For full story click here.
April 19, 2010
Hitchcock honored for his work. A local resident was honored for his work within the community on Monday during the the Roswell Association of Realtors 2010 Citizen of the Year Luncheon. Jon Hitchcock, president and CEO of Pioneer Bank, was the focus of attention at the luncheon that awarded him for his outstanding community work. The association has honored citizens who go above and beyond, since 1961. For full story click here.
March 10, 2010
2010 Census Community Kick-Off. Census Committee members and community leaders held the 2010 Roswell Census Community Kick-Off at the Roswell Convention and Civic Center, Tuesday. The event included hors d’oeuvers, several guest speakers and live entertainment by Roswell and Goddard high school cheerleaders. Committee chairwoman Judy Armstrong said the event was held to remind everyone to fill out their census forms and also showcase Roswell youth. For full story click here.
March 9, 2010
Swearing in of new City officials. Council chambers in City Hall was packed with family, friends and well-wishers for the swearing in of seven new city officials on Monday. Roswell’s newly-elected mayor, Del Jurney, and six council members formally took office after being sworn in by Judge Charles Currier of the Fifth District Court.. For full story click here.
February 25, 2010
ATF opens office at RPD; A federal law enforcement officer announced the opening of a satellite station of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives in Roswell, Wednesday. Two ATF agents, with the possibility of two more before the end of the year, have begun working out of the Roswell Police Department headquarters with local law enforcement personnel. The agents will focus primarily on locking up violent criminals and repeat offenders, said William Newell, special agent in charge of the ATF Phoenix Field Division. For full story click here.
February 21, 2010
Pilots return to Roswell; The 120 aviators and Navy support personnel are staying for three months. The 60 young Marine and Navy pilots are here for their military flight training, and the naval aircraft workers travel with the 16 turbo T-34c Beech craft planes. Their job is to keep the small orange and white planes safe to fly.. For full story click here.
December 15, 2009
Xcel Energy and Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell are breaking ground today on a 35-kilowatt solar installation at ENMU-R's campus at the Roswell International Air Center The project is part of Xcel Energy's New Mexico Community Solar program, which is placing solar installations in four eastern and southeastern New Mexico communities as a means of educating the public about the benefits of solar power in New Mexico. For full story click here.
August 26, 2009
The Eagle has landed! Roswell's first flight from Los Angeles International Airport was greeted with water cannons, a balloon release and refreshments as it pulled into the Roswell International Air Center on Tuesday. Flight 3113 arrived at 6 p.m., right on time. On hand to welcome the travelers were Roswell Mayor Sam LaGrone, County Commissioner Michael Trujillo, and Bob Donnell, executive director of the Roswell-Chaves County Economic Development Corporation. "To say we're excited would be an understatement," Donnell said. "The connectivity that we have now east-and west-bound out of Roswell is going to have a huge economic impact on Roswell, Chaves County and throughout the valley, as well as Ruidoso and Lincoln County." Donnell said both flights leaving in the morning - one to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and one to Los Angeles International Airport - are at full capacity. "We're going to have almost 90 people in our waiting room tomorrow morning," he said. Brian Coutts, managing director of sales for American Eagle Airlines, said the airline is approached by many cities who would like to have air service. "We chose Roswell because of the people," he said. "I've met a lot of great people here - the county commissioners, the mayors, the service committee members - and it's a very talented group of people and they were very dedicated and committed to making this a reality." "We look forward to a long, long relationship with the airport, the city, and the state of New Mexico," he said. For full story, visit http://www.roswell-record.com/main.asp?FromHome=1&TypeID=1&ArticleID=45189&SectionID=49&SubSectionID=112.
May, 18, 2009
American Eagle Airlines launches service from Los Angeles, Calf. to Roswell, NM. American Eagle, the regional affiliate of American Airlines, will increase its service to eastern New Mexico with four nonstop flights per week from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Roswell International Air Center (ROW). The new service begins Aug. 25, 2009, and is in addition to the three daily round-trip flights now offered between Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Roswell. The new service will be operated with 44-seat Embraer ERJ-140 regional jets. The communities of eastern New Mexico have been extremely supportive of our DFW service, so we are delighted to be able to offer convenient jet service to the West Coast, said American Eagle President and CEO Peter Bowler. Customers can arrive in Los Angeles first thing in the morning and connect to popular Western destinations such as Las Vegas, San Francisco and San Diego or to cities throughout the American and American Eagle network. For full story click here. For more information, visit www.aa.com.
May 13, 2009
Voters approve school bonds! Both Roswell Independent School District bonds on Tuesday's ballot passed by a landslide. Bond 1 for million, which will fund the district's master plan for renovating and updating aging buildings, passed by 72 percent. Bond 2, which will pay million to replace the heating and cooling system at Roswell High School and update science labs at Roswell and Goddard high schools, passed by 70 percent. Director of Instructional Programs Brian Shea, who staked out the county clerk's office as the numbers rolled in, said he was pleased, but not surprised. "I never like to guess, but we were confident," he said. "We hoped they would support us, and they have. They always have." For full story click here. For more information, visit www.risd.k12.nm.us.
April 30, 2009
Western Emulsions opens Manufacturing Plant in Roswell, New Mexico. Western Emulsions, Inc. (Western Emulsions), a leading innovator and supplier of asphalt emulsions products used for pavement preservation, repair and restoration, today announced the completion and opening of a new emulsions manufacturing and asphalt storage facility located on 15-acre rail-served site within Roswell International Air Center in Roswell, New Mexico. For full story click here. For more information, visit www.westernemulsions.com.
March 26, 2009
US News and World Report name Roswell, NM as one of the "10 Affordable Places to Retire". Many of the most exciting activities, of course, cost barely anything at all. Be on the lookout for low-cost and free things to do, like learning about comets, quasars, black holes at the Goddard Planetarium or hiking through the Bitter Lake National Wildlife Refuge in Roswell, N.M. And don't forget to ask for a senior discount. For more information, visit www.usnews.com/articles/business/retirement/2009/03/26/10-affordable-places-to-retire.html?PageNr=2.
February 20, 2009
Great Southwest Aviation buys AAR and plans to add maintenance and repair divsion. Great Southwest Aviation is expanding its footprint at the Roswell International Air Center in two moves that together could add as many as 160 employees to its payroll. GSA has acquired AAR Aircraft Services in Roswell and also will be adding a maintenance, repair and overhaul division to its operations. Company officials expect the MRO division to be in operation in three or four months. The acquisition of AAR adds 100,000 square feet of hangar space to the company plant at the RIAC and triples the company's workforce, adding 60 employees to the 30 now employed. The opening of the MRO division is expected to add another 50-100 employees. For more information on Great Southwest, visit www.greatsouthwestaviation.com.
February 9, 2009
Solar company coming to Roswell. Berken Solar, a company on the forefront of thin-film solar alternative energy technology, has occupied a large warehouse on the city's south side, and will begin production in as little as three months. The company is currently in the research and development phase, and is awaiting delivery on another large piece of equipment from France. Ken Newman, Director of Business Development, said the proximity to Eastern NM University-Roswell made the city a natural choice as well as the support from the community. According to Newman, the company currently has six full-time employees. If everything goes well, he added, the company will have between 30 and 50 employees by the end of the year. For full story click here. For more information on Berken Solar, visit www.berkensolar.com.
January 23, 2009
Solar pump plant coming to Roswell area. Sustainable Resources Inc., a company on the forefront of an emerging technology involving the desalinization of brackish and salt water through solar power, was recently awarded a one-year lease by the City of Roswell on a facility east of town. The company has committed to a five-year renewable lease on the former Roswell National Desalinization Test Facility, pending research to ensure that the building will meet its needs. SRI makes solar powered pumps for desalinization units, which filter the salt and pollutants out of salt and brackish water by pushing it through a series of membranes. For full story click here. For more information on SRI, visit www.sriglobal.org.
September 15, 2008
RISD awarded technology grant. The Roswell Independent School District has been awarded with a technology grant that will help schools provide up-to-date technology and cutting edge learning techniques to their students. The competitive grant, won by Dr. Suchint Sarangarm and the Assessment, Evaluation, and Technology Department, consists of approximately ,983.00 for the proposed project, and a chance for further funding depending on the results of the initial plan. The Activclassroom project is scheduled to begin in November, 2008. For more information on RISD, visit www.risd.k12.nm.us.
September 15, 2008
RISD awarded grant for Singapore Math Institutes. The New Mexico Public Education Department Math and Science Bureau has awarded the Roswell Independent School District with a grant for Singapore Math Institutes. The grant, which consists of ,000 and possible future financing depending on institute outcomes, will allow the district to conduct special workshops for educators that will not only introduce them to the concept of Singapore Math, but will give them hands on experience with the technique through math problems that are relevant to their specific grade level of teaching. For more information on RISD, visit www.risd.k12.nm.us.
June 3, 2008
Verety announces expansion in Roswell, NM. In March, Verety announced that it would be expanding operations in Roswell, N.M., with initial plans to bring 100 new jobs to the area by the end of 2008. However, it now has plans to hire 250 new specialists by the end of the year. To date, the company has hired 49 remote order specialists and is working closely with Chaves County Development Foundation to increase its recruitment efforts in the region. In addition, Verety conducts regular training classes for its new specialists at Eastern New Mexico University’s Roswell campus. For more information on Verety, LLC, visit www.verety.com.
March 7, 2008
Verety to bring 100 new work at home jobs to New Mexico. Roswell, NM – The New Mexico Economic Development Partnership (NMEDP) and The Chaves County Development Foundation announced today that Verety, LLC will establish its remote order services operation in Roswell, NM, bringing 100 new work-at-home jobs to Chaves County. For more information on Verety, LLC, visit www.verety.com.
January 21, 2008
American Eagle Airlines to increase service from Dallas/Ft. Worth to Roswell, NM. FORT WORTH, Texas – American Eagle, the regional affiliate of American Airlines, will increase its service to Roswell, N.M., beginning April. 7 by adding a third daily round trip between Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport and Roswell International Air Center, using 50-seat ERJ-145 aircraft. For more information, visit www.flyroswell.com.
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