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Clovis Essential Info
Overview
Clovis is a city in the southeastern region of New Mexico, located in Curry County.
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Basics
Best Time To Go
Mar-Oct
Current Time
Current Weather
72 °F
Mostly Clear
Fun Facts
- The Hotel Clovis, a local landmark, opened on October 20, 1931. At the time of its construction it was the tallest building between Albuquerque and Dallas.
- On August 24, 2008, eight prisoners escaped from the Clovis Jail by shimmying up plumbing pipes. The escape was highlighted on the television show America's Most Wanted.
- Clovis achieved some local fame in the 1950s and 1960s when it was home to the Norman Petty Recording Studio, founded by musician Norman Petty.
- Matthew Brian "Matt" Othick, a retired American professional basketball player and an independent film producer, was born in Clovis.
- Artists such as Buddy Holly, Buddy Knox, Jimmy Gilmer & The Fireballs, and The String-A-Longs had top-charting hits recorded in Clovis.
Popular Foods
- Sopapillas
- Breakfast Burrito
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