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Archive For May 2013
Ute Blast in Slo-Mo
May 22nd, 2013
Here in slow motion is the first blast conducted to clear the way for the Ute Water Project's intake structure at Ute Lake. The blast occurred on Friday. More blasting was expected Wednesday. The...
Menus — May 22
May 21st, 2013
The following are the menus for the schools and senior center in Quay County for May 23-30.TucumcariThursdayBreakfast: Cinnamon toast, peanut butter, fruit, milkLunch: H...
La Mesa's final appeal denied for racino license
May 21st, 2013
Quay County is back in the running for the state's last racetrack and casino license after the Supreme Court of New Mexico denied La Mesa's final appeal on Monday."This means that it is f...
Official: City budget deficit expected, but reserves greater than prev...
May 21st, 2013
The city of Tucumcari's finances are "in better shape" for the fiscal year that ends June 30, fiscal 2013, than they were as fiscal 2012 drew to a close, Dennis Dysart, the city's finance manag...
Athletic banquet Monday
May 21st, 2013
The annual Diamondback Booster Club Athletic Banquet is 6 p.m. Memorial Day (Monday).The dinner will be held in the Tucumcari Convention Center, according to a booster club statement. The b...
Second controlled explosion planned at intake site
May 21st, 2013
A second scheduled controlled explosion is planned Thursday at the construction site of the Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority's Ute Water Project at Ute Lake near Logan.
Subdivision developers reapply
May 21st, 2013
On May 13, the Quay County Commission revoked its approval of the Saddleback Acres subdivision just east of Tucumcari, and on the next day, the owner and developers filed a new application to devel...
Comments from the canyons: Good luck, happiness to graduates
May 21st, 2013
High school seniors in our county are finishing a very special part of their lives and beginning a new pursuit.High school commencement marks the end of twelve years of aiming toward maturit...
Notes from the church lady: Time greatest investment in relationship
May 21st, 2013
"Two are better than one... For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow..." Ecclesiastes 4:9-10Cinnamon was missing. Ever since the dog chased all the cats away from their home they...
Graduates, take time to ponder the long road ahead
May 21st, 2013
An open letter to the class of 2013:Your day has arrived. You're taking another big step on your life's journey.You've walked across a stage, received a piece of paper with some en...
Calendar — May 22
May 21st, 2013
ThursdayHousing Authority Board at 5 p.m., City HallCity Commission at 6 p.m., City HallSaturdayWheatland School Reunion at 8 a.m., Allen Hall in GradyCity and Co...
"END OF CONSTRUCTION: THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE'
May 20th, 2013
In a recent column, I mentioned that among the highest points of arecent trip to Carolina, was a visit (two visits, actually) my wife andI made to the Billy Graham Libra...
Musical festival celebrating Route 66 set to kick off in Tucumcari
May 17th, 2013
Vive le Rock Productions and La Loca Magazine present Rockabilly on the Route 2013, June 7, 8, 9 in historic Tucumcari, nestled along old Route 66. For its inaugural year, Rockab...
2013 Rockabilly on the Route schedule
May 17th, 2013
2013 Rockabilly on the Route Schedule June 7-9 in Tucumcari June 7 Friday ...
Rattlers return from 2A state track and field competition with two cha...
May 15th, 2013
The Tucumcari Rattlers track team earned two state championships and 13 top-ten places at the 2A state track meet May 9-10 at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque.
School lockdown ends without incident
May 15th, 2013
A lockdown at Tucumcari Public Schools ended at 2:45 p.m. today following local law enforcement’s search for a man carrying a firearm.“The students are safe,” said Dave Joh...
Meetings watch: Quay County Commission
May 14th, 2013
The following items were before the Quay County Commission regular meeting on Monday:• There were no comments from the public.• Commissioners in attendance: Brad Bryant, ch...
Meetings watch: Mesalands Community College board
May 14th, 2013
The following items were before Mesalands Community College board during its meeting Tuesday at the college:• No public comments were made and no executive session held.• Ap...
Quay teams make show at meet
May 14th, 2013
ALBUQUERQUE — It was a rapt cat-and-mouse, catch-or-be-caught encounter that whipped fans at the University of New Mexico track and field complex into a collective bout of psychosis.
In my mind, I've gone to Carolina
May 14th, 2013
“In my mind I’m gone to Carolina,” sings James Taylor. Ever since my mind and the rest of me went to Carolina last week, that tune’s been playing in my head, and it s...
Mesalands president applications being reviewed
May 14th, 2013
Applications to fill Mesalands Community College's president vacancy are being reviewed by the appointed screening committee.The applications will be screened by the committee, which will m...
Low lake levels, silt buildup prevent water allocation
May 14th, 2013
The Arch Hurley Conservancy District board reduced member assessments Tuesday by a dollar.However, due to the low level of Conchas Lake and silt build up in the district's intake channel, t...
Workshop offers strategies in teaching autistic students
May 14th, 2013
About 40 teachers from nine area school districts attended a two-day workshop May 8-9 on strategies for teaching autistic students.
Meetings watch: Tucumcari City Commission
May 14th, 2013
The following items were before the Tucumcari City Commission Thursday:There was no comments from the public or executive session.Commissioners in attendance: Jimmy Sandoval, Ernest D...
Police seeking burglary information
May 14th, 2013
Local Crimestoppers and Tucumcari Police Department are seeking any information regarding the recent burglary of Outlaw Tattoo located on the 700 block of East Route 66.Items taken in the b...
Honors — May 15
May 14th, 2013
I am honored to announce my first granddaughter Alexus Ortiz was selected to participate in the 2013-2014 University of New Mexico all girls cheer team. Alexus attended West Mesa high school in Alb...
Menus — May 15
May 14th, 2013
The following are the menus for the schools and senior center in Quay County for May 16-22:TucumcariThursdayBreakfast: Breakfast pizza, fruit, milkLunch: Pizza, spinach...
Calendar — May 15
May 14th, 2013
TodayTucumcari Quay County Regional Emergency Communication Board at 10 a.m., City HallThursdayCemetery Advisory Board at noon City HallMondayLibrary Advisory Boa...
Police blotter — May 15
May 14th, 2013
The following is a sampling of calls received by the central dispatch office for Quay County based at the Tucumcari Police Department:Friday• At 2:33 a.m., a woman reported a pro...
Thomas: Office lizard creates moral dilemma
May 14th, 2013
As the weather continues to warm up more and more some of my scaly friends have begun to show up around the office.Just today a lizard that darted away from the desk I was walking towards su...
Lauriault: Our faith must remain above our trials
May 14th, 2013
I'm getting a lot of mileage out of the incident upon which I've already based a couple of recent articles related to how God doesn't treat us as our sins deserve (Quay County Sun, April 17, 201...
Comments from the canyons: Even a little rain brings hope to area
May 14th, 2013
Last Tuesday, many people were driving around to see the results of the rainfall. They had all begun to smile on Monday when the first sprinkles landed and had watched eagerly all day as more moist...
Justice Department's intrusion demands explanation
May 14th, 2013
The U.S. Justice Department appears to have crossed a bright line that shields one of the cherished tenets of the nation's Constitution that the agency's top officers take an oath to protect and...
Third pipe bomb found in Clovis
May 14th, 2013
A pipe bond - the third found in Clovis since March 5 - was discovered by city workers about 8 a.m. today near the entrance to the landfill.
It is the second pipe bomb found near the landfill.
State...
Mesalands Community College holds commencement ceremony
May 10th, 2013
More than 120 received their associate degree, certification or general education diploma Friday during Mesalands Community College’s graduation ceremony.
Traffic on U.S. 54 reopened after fiery crash
May 9th, 2013
Police said a Colorado man injured in a crash Friday on U.S. 54 near Tucumcari died three days later at an Amarillo hospital.
Sports schedule
May 7th, 2013
All area schools will be competing in state competition in baseball and track and field this week.The 1A-2A state baseball tournamentThe 7 seed (10-8) (9-3) Logan Longhorns play at 4...
Officials prepare for fire season
May 7th, 2013
Scott Jaynes, Tucumcari's emergency manager, said in preparation for the upcoming and ongoing fire season that he has been in touch with the Red Cross and they have set up several shelter sites in...
Rodeo team sending 10 to national finals
May 7th, 2013
The Mesalands Rodeo Team is sending 10 members to national finals and the women's team has captured a regional championship for the first time in the program's history.Both developments fr...
Thomas: Country could stand to learn more about New Mexico
May 7th, 2013
I've long known that most if not all of the U.S. outside the Four Corners and Texas Panhandle regions have little to no idea about what's really out here in New Mexico.In the past I have b...
Comments from the canyons: Fortunate to grow up during more relaxed ti...
May 7th, 2013
Last week, while writing about the older houses in our town, I began remembering my early years here when I was privileged to walk to school and had the opportunity to visit with many of the people...
Notes from the church lady: Don't wait for special day to appreciate...
May 7th, 2013
"How do you know what your life will be like tomorrow?..." James 4:14 NLTMay is a milestone month for many people, however every month could fall in that category.This month, I watc...
Ticket calendar — May 8
May 7th, 2013
The Ticket Calendar is a listing of upcoming events and places of general interest in the area and across the region:Eastern New Mexico Bluegrass and Old Tyme Music Association Festival. Ma...
Police blotter — May 8
May 7th, 2013
The following is a sampling of calls received by the central dispatch office for Quay County based at the Tucumcari Police Department:Friday• At 1:10 a.m. an alarm was reported o...
Calendar — May 8
May 7th, 2013
ThursdayCity Commission work session at 5 p.m., City HallCity Commission at 6 p.m., City HallFridayMesalands Community College's Graduation at 6 p.m., Tucumcari Convent...
Menus — May 8
May 7th, 2013
The following are the menus for schools and senior center in Quay County for May 9 - May 15:TucumcariThursdayBreakfast: Biscuit, sausage, fruit, milkLunch: Hamburgers, F...
Sen. Pat Woods appointed to legislative committees
May 7th, 2013
The Legislative Council made up of leaders of both the state Senate and House appointed Sen. Pat Woods as a voting member on three legislative committees.Woods, a Broadview Republican, was a...
Mesalands graduation set for Friday
May 7th, 2013
Mesalands Community College will hold their graduation ceremony at 6 p.m., Friday at the Tucumcari Convention Center.This year's commencement speech will be given by Tucumcari Attorney at L...
Treasures in heaven only thing worth piling up
May 7th, 2013
A few weeks after my father passed away in January 2000, my siblings and I re-gathered to go through his stuff. And I resolved to keep less stuff. Dad left us, and many more people as well,...
Press release: Great White, Night Ranger highlight Clovis Music Festiv...
May 6th, 2013
From the Clovis-Curry County Chamber of CommerceThis year will mark the 26th anniversary of the Clovis Music Festival which honors one of Clovis' most influential and succe...
New Mexico State Police will be cracking down on seat belt violations...
May 2nd, 2013
Santa Fe- The New Mexico State Police will team up with law enforcement agencies in seven other states in the “Get Your 'Clicks' on Route 66” seat belt crackdown on Friday, May 3, 201...
