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Hello Curry County! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Charley Crockett pop-up show, Baby Shark, and free summer kid screening + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
More surprise performances ahead: After a Denver show today, Charley Crockett will play a pop-up at Mesa Theater at Norman & Vi Petty Performing Arts Center in Clovis, ahead of Dallas July 24 -- see the Dallas show dates.
Rural healthcare takes shape: Roosevelt General Hospital opened three operating rooms and added four specialties, including orthopedics and cardiology, part of a legislative push to expand rural care. More growth is planned -- explore the new hospital services.
A growing New Mexico hub: Portales was highlighted as State of the City on KFDA's Community Spotlight, showcasing Eastern New Mexico University. City leaders pursue water security, Ute Pipeline readiness, park renovations and cemetery expansion -- see Portales' next priorities.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Freshen up your space: Clovis folks, if your sofa is slouching or that guest room still screams dorm life, Furniture Source & Mattress Express has you covered with living room, bedroom, dining, and mattress picks that actually fit a real home... recliners, coffee tables, the works. Go browse, upgrade, enjoy the glow-up.
Beat the heat locally: When the temps spike, Hillcrest Splash Park is the easy, no-fuss cooldown for Clovis families, with splashy play zones that somehow tire out even the bounciest kiddos. Pack a towel, swing by after errands, and let the water do the parenting for a bit.
Healthy lunch cheat code: Whether you’re dodging another drive-thru or craving something bright and fresh, Root & Rind keeps it simple with hand crafted, freshly made food that tastes like actual ingredients. Quick stop, feel-good fuel, zero regret this week, and your future self in Clovis will high five you.
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04 — Our recommendations
We got your backA handful of products and services we think are worth a look.
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Once your car passes 50,000 miles, the odds of a big repair climb fast. That's usually right when your factory coverage starts running out. Engine, transmission, electrical, they fail on their own timeline, and the bills run into the thousands. An extended warranty covers them before they hit. You receive a free year of Elite Benefits, plus 30 days to change your mind. *$300 off right now →
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The fitness trend that doesn't require leaving your living room: Chair yoga is having a moment, and for good reason. It's low-impact, easy on the knees and back, and you do the whole thing seated. No floor, no equipment, no studio. A quick quiz turns it into a personalized plan built around your body and goals, then adjusts as you build the habit. *See your plan → |
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🦈 Baby Shark @ Clovis Community College | Thursday (7/23) at 1:00 PM – Treat your little ocean explorer, ages 3–7, to hands-on Shark Week with Ms. Tish, with songs, DIY shark teeth, a mini globe, and a 3D shark picture to take home. The earworm is real, but the smiles, keepsakes, and car ride after are worth $49.
🙏 Christian Believer's Block Party @ Christian Believers Education (Clovis) | Saturday (7/25) at 10:00 AM – This annual block party with Christian Believers turns their Clovis office into a friendly cul de sac, minus the HOA. Expect kid-friendly fun, easy music, and neighborly chat that outlasts your to-do list, ideally from a trusty lawn chair.
🎤 Sing @ North Plains 7 - Allen Theatres (Clovis) | Wednesday (7/29) at 9:00 AM – Every Wednesday, there’s a free screening of Sing for all ages as part of the Summer Kids Series. It’s an air-conditioned escape where popcorn diplomacy rules, seats are first come, and the early birds avoid negotiating with five-year-olds.
📚 Back to School Expo @ Clovis Civic Center | Saturday (8/1) at 10:00 AM – Back-to-school season is breezing into the Clovis Civic Center with a free expo doling out backpacks with supplies, free haircuts from House of Fadez, and kid-approved chaos, all for American Wind Week. Expect exhibitors, art, music, games, and raffle prizes like bikes and a laptop.
🛍 Mini Makers Market @ North Plains Mall (Clovis) | Saturday (8/1) at 11:00 AM – Mini Makers Market is popping up with kid-crafted art, scrappy inventions, and cupcakes that mysteriously vanish. Think farmer's market energy, but with glitter, ambition, and prices set by pint-sized CEOs. It is wholesome, mildly chaotic, and exactly the kind of local pride we quietly love.
🦎 Axoloti pouch @ JCPenney (Clovis) | Saturday (8/8) at 11:00 AM – Give your pens a quirky home with a color-your-own axolotl pencil pouch, a cheerful little salamander for your desk. Bring the kids, the grandkids, or your inner fourth grader, and enjoy low-stakes coloring, easy laughs, and a totally valid excuse to buy more gel pens.
🎬 Kids Night Out: Dinner, A Movie & Pottery Painting @ Just Kiln Me Now (Clovis) | Friday (8/14) at 6:00 PM – Parents’ night off, kid version of happy hour. Drop the crew for a Disney pick, pottery painting, supervised fun, and popcorn, with an optional pizza dinner, while you remember what quiet sounds like. Tickets from $13, pottery priced separately, with a cheeky 6% anniversary discount.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Curry County report Weather forecastToday — High: 98°F — Low: 69°F — Precip: 3%
Sunny, with a high near 98. South wind 5 to 15 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 69. South wind 10 to 15 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 100°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 1%
Sunny, with a high near 100. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 72. This house is wildThis rare 5-bedroom home offers 3 full baths plus a half bath, with an open living, kitchen, and dining layout that keeps things airy and connected. Set on almost an acre, it features plenty of storage, nice bathrooms, generous parking, a large backyard, an 8-foot-deep pool, and a workshop that adds extra utility and charm.
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