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Texas schools start grid practice Monday
July 31st, 2010
It’s August, and that means it’s time for the start of high school football practice.
At least in Texas.
Muleshoe, Farwell and Bovina all open practice officially on Monda...
Commission approves grants
July 27th, 2010
Tucumcari City Commission approved the submission of two Tucumcari Community Development grant applications for 2011.
The commission approved the grant submission to the New Mexico Energy an...
God always reliable to give straight answer
July 27th, 2010
My wife often chides me for not giving a straight answer when she asks me what I want for dinner.
I don’t tell her what I want for dinner because I don’t know what she has in the...
Rattler Reunion schedule
July 27th, 2010
The 2010 Rattler Reunion will be held on August 5-7. The Class of 1980 is hosting the event themed “Forever Young, For-ever Rattler.”
“We are hoping for a good turnout this...
Fishing report — July 28
July 27th, 2010
The fishing report from New Mexico Wildlife Department is generated by officers and anglers.
Area lake reports:
Clayton Lake: The lake is mossy and rains have kept fishermen aw...
Consequences of health care bill unfolding
July 27th, 2010
During the debates on federalized health care, there was no shortage of people projecting the negative consequences of such a policy. Those consequences are beginning to be realized.
Two of...
Environmental activists' emissions toxic
July 27th, 2010
Many of us use references to help us make decisions, confirm our beliefs, or for inspiration.
That means books (or online versions), such as the “Statistical Abstract of the United Sta...
Sayings add color to local language
July 27th, 2010
My wife thinks I just like to embarrass her in public, but it’s probably just the way I was raised.
We were out of town in a restaurant recently and while we waited on our food I was b...
Book review — July 28
July 27th, 2010
"It was a time of unrest, unemployment, and the search by Americans for stability and security, when J. H. 'Jim' Stiles opened his sign shop in Tucumcari, New Mexico. The date was 1935, and he sa...
Sports drinks not often beneficial for regular activity
July 27th, 2010
If watching sports on TV is any indication, you would think sports drinks are critical for optimal performance. During almost every professional sporting event you see, your favorite athletes are...
Meeting former students brings back fond memories
July 27th, 2010
Once again, this teacher had a great week in which she was greeted and treated by former students. Of course, I am privileged to see some former students almost every day, but those from last week...
Senior menus — July 28
July 27th, 2010
The following are the lunch menus for July 29 — August 4 for the Tucumcari Senior Center.
Thursday
Pork ribs, corn, broccoli, wheat roll with margarine, pear cobbl...
Community calendar — July 28
July 27th, 2010
Today
• Tucumcari/Quay Regional Emergency Communication Board at 10 a.m., City Hall.
Saturday
• Cake Walk benefit for Lewis (Louie) Martinez at 2 p.m.,...
Police blotter — July 28
July 27th, 2010
The following is a sampling of calls recently received by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.
Friday
• At 9:43 a.m., a man repo...
New Logan superintendent: AYP priority
July 27th, 2010
Maintaining the students' achievements in Adequate Yearly Progress is one of the main goals of Logan Municipal School District's new superintendent.
“This school has a great record of...
God constant presence in our lives
July 20th, 2010
Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
— Matthew 11:28
Floating in the pool I enjoyed the sensation of weightlessness whil...
Fishing report — July 21
July 20th, 2010
The fishing report from New Mexico Wildlife Department is generated by officers and anglers.
Area lake reports:
• Clayton Lake: Walleye are...
Fussy horse smarter than estimated
July 20th, 2010
The owner told Warren that Della had a reputation of being hard to shoe.
She was an 18-year-old mare whose foals were sought after for the cutting genes she passed down. He had been offered...
Immigration debate not first divisive issue
July 20th, 2010
It’s nothing short of civil war, according to Al Kreiger. The Yuma, Ariz., mayor told a forum on immigration last week that the issue of immigration enforcement authority has torn this countr...
Loyalty important trait for employees
July 20th, 2010
I think modern society has almost lost touch with the concept of loyalty.
The most recent example of this was when basketball superstar LeBron James used free agency to leave the team and fa...
On the shelves — July 21
July 20th, 2010
The following books are available from the Tucumcari Public Library. For more information call 461-0295.
Fiction
“The Overton Window” by...
Letter to the editor: Price hike in line with economy
July 20th, 2010
The editorial “Privat-izing mail delivery could save the post office” is a part of the ongoing effort to try to discredit the government.
The proposed stamp price increase is use...
Fat not good measure of fitness
July 20th, 2010
In 1979, Covert Bailey first published a popular book entitled “Fit or Fat.” The book has sold nearly 900,000 copies to date.
The premise of his book was that the typical out-of...
Self-centeredness easy to fall into
July 20th, 2010
Of late, one of the topics of conversation at the coffee table has been about the 11 plagues of self-centeredness, which seems to have overtaken all too many of us these days.
We first discu...
Senior menus — July 21
July 20th, 2010
The following are the lunch menus for July 22 - July 28 for the Tucumcari Senior Center.
Thursday
Chicken taquito, spanish rice, garden salad with broccoli, onion, to...
Lujan to hold office hours
July 20th, 2010
U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Luján’s district staff will hold mobile office hours in Tucumcari on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The staff will meet with the public at the Tucumcari Senio...
Community calendar — July 21
July 20th, 2010
Today
• Canadian River Soil and Water Conservation District meeting at 7 p.m., at the NRCS Conference Room.
• Southwest Quay Soil Conservation District meet...
Police blotter — July 21
July 20th, 2010
The following is a sampling of calls recently received by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.
Friday
• At 10:11 a...
Snake surprises resident
July 20th, 2010
A non-lethal reptilian predator surprised and shocked a local resident with its natural behavior and origins.
Jan Fort has seen her share of snakes living in eastern New Mexico but on July 1...
State 4-H Conference results
July 19th, 2010
4-Hers represent Quay County at State 4-H Conference
Twelve Quay County 4-Hers attended the 2010 State 4-H Conference July 12-16 in Las Cruces. They competed in contests, atten...
State 4-H Horse Show, County 4-H Rodeo this weekend
July 19th, 2010
The 2010 State 4-H Horse Show and Quay County 4-H Rodeo contestants are coming to town.
Quay County is set to again host the State 4-H Horse Show, as it has done...
Senior menu — July 14
July 13th, 2010
The following are the lunch menus for July 15 - July 21 for the Tucumcari Senior Center.
Thursday
Frito pie, pinto beans, crackers, pineapple and cantaloupe chunks.
Police blotter — July 14
July 13th, 2010
The following is a sampling of calls recently received by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.
Friday
Community calendar — July 14
July 13th, 2010
Friday
• Library Advisory Board at noon, Tucumcari Public Library.
Saturday
• Third annual Celebrando nuestra Cultura Car...
On the shelves — July 14
July 13th, 2010
The following books are available from the Tucumcari Public Library. For more information call 461-0295.
Fiction
“The Spy” by Cli...
When faith with God, GPS not necessary
July 13th, 2010
I was given a global positioning system (GPS) unit recently to help find our way while traveling. I had never had a problem with getting lost before because I’ve never hesitated to stop and a...
Privatizing mail delivery could save post office
July 13th, 2010
The U.S. Postal Service has increased rates so often in recent years it came out with the Forever Stamp, which is good for a first-class mailing into the indefinite future.
On July 6, the US...
Yoga positions not for public exhibition
July 13th, 2010
It was one of those surreal moments in a cowboy’s life that you’ll recall in vivid technicolor years later when you’re living in the senior center trying to balance your checkbook...
Commanding animals natural
July 13th, 2010
My authority makes my wife jealous.
To clarify, I have little or no authority over her but the fact that our dogs actually listen to me and occasionally do what I say makes her mad. They don...
Rattler football workouts set
July 13th, 2010
Rattler football workouts are being held from 6 a.m. to 7:45 a.m., Monday-Thursday. These workouts are for all the incoming football players 9th-12th grade....
Fishing report
July 13th, 2010
The fishing report from New Mexico Wildlife Department is generated by officers and anglers.
Area lake reports:
• Clayton Lake: Trout are reported as fair with w...
Letter to the editor: Elks Club display amazing
July 13th, 2010
I would like to say a big thank you to the Elks Club for the great display of fireworks for the Fourth of July.
It was an amazing show and hats off to the guys that set them off. They do suc...
Mosquero Cowboy Camp schedule
July 13th, 2010
Bring your own chair (BYOC)
Friday
• 7 p.m., Campfire meal
• 8 p.m., Cowboy Service
Saturday
•...
Children at risk for obesity
July 13th, 2010
Current research indicates that over 20 percent of all children in the United States have two or more risk factors for coronary artery disease. Two or more risk factors place a child at a “m...
News Channel 10 Summer Celebration tour
July 13th, 2010
News Channel 10 will be coming to Tucumcari on Monday to celebrate our community. Local organizations have planned a day of community Events.
• 3 p.m.-6 p.m. — Vario...
Mount Tucumcari refuge for Navajo tribe
July 13th, 2010
This week, we're going to present "The Legend of Tucumcari Mountain" as it appeared in the 1924 edition of The Yucca, the Tucumcari High School yearbook.
"There have been many legends told c...
Tucumcari food cooperative set for third delivery
July 13th, 2010
The Tucumcari Food Cooperative is set to conduct its third monthly food delivery July 30 at the Quay County Fairgrounds.
David Swenson, president of the board, said approximately 65 buyers h...
Portales officials wary of Ute Water Authority
July 13th, 2010
Two Portales city councilors are concerned about how much power the Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority will have, and why there’s only one elected official representing the city.
...
South rolls to win in Class 3A all-star game
July 10th, 2010
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — Estevan Varela of Hatch Valley caught one touchdown pass and threw for another, leading the South All-Stars to a 30-0 rout of the North in the Class 3A North-South All-Star...
North-South basketball games end in split
July 9th, 2010
LAS VEGAS, N.M. — A pair of Portales players saw action as the North and South split their Class 3A basketball doubleheader at John A. Wilson Gymnasium.
The North rolled to an 83-62 vi...
City treasurer fired; lawsuit filed
July 9th, 2010
John “Marty” Garcia has been terminated as Tucumcari's city treasurer and he's filed a lawsuit alleging the city took action against him in violation of the Whistleblower Protection Act...
Logan schools awarded nutrition grant
July 6th, 2010
Logan Schools received a state grant which will aid in efforts to promote healthy eating habits among the student body.
Small acts of kindness count as ministry
July 6th, 2010
“As ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.”
— Matthew 25:40
I...
Exit strategy for Afghanistan should be priority
July 6th, 2010
Last month the Afghan war became America’s longest, surpassing the previous record of eight years and seven months set by the Vietnam War.
In his Dec. 1, 2009, speech to the nation ann...
American citizenship precious to all
July 6th, 2010
What a country!
July Fourth, Indepen-dence Day 2010 — as dissent and malaise fill the headlines, and bitter diatribe and blame mongering flood the airwaves, the question we should each...
An interview with Thomas Jefferson
July 6th, 2010
It’s Independence Day in the United States and some would argue the father of our nation’s independence was Thomas Jefferson.
The third president of the U.S. and the primary auth...
Cultural event scheduled
July 6th, 2010
The third annual Celebrando nuestra Cultura will be held at 10 a.m., at Wailes Park on July 17. The event will feature live music from local talent Audriana LaLane De Garcia, Ernestine Romero and K...
County fair books available
July 6th, 2010
Powder Blue Premium Books for the Quay County Fair are now available free of charge. Pick up yours at the Extension Office located in the Terry Turner Building at 216 E Center or at various busine...
Fishing report — July 7
July 6th, 2010
The fishing report from New Mexico Wildlife Department is generated by officers and anglers.
Area lake reports
Clayton Lake: Heavy rains over the wee...
Blanchard to be honored with day
July 6th, 2010
QCS STAFF
Sydni Blanchard of Mesalands Community College got one more honor for her barrel racing performance last month — a day in her honor.
According to a proclamation from G...
Physical activity options plenty
July 6th, 2010
“If physical activity could be put in the form of a pill, it would be the most highly prescribed medication in the world”, say the vast majority of health professionals. The Surgeon Ge...
Sharing memories with long-time friend always pleasant
July 6th, 2010
Rarely does a day go by without there being pleasant experiences and surprises from friends. Last week, for instance, Roy Penix and his wife Rita were here from Utah and took the time to call to as...
Senior menu — July 7
July 6th, 2010
The following are the lunch menus for the upcoming week for the Tucumcari Senior Center.
Thursday
Chili relleno with cheese, tossed salad with dressing, pinto beans,...
Community calendar — July 7
July 6th, 2010
Thursday
• City Commission at 6 p.m., City Hall.
Monday
• Quay County Commission at 9 a.m., Quay County Court House.
• E...
Police blotter — July 7
July 6th, 2010
The following is a sampling of calls recently received by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.
Saturd...
Press release: Interim committees now broadcast live
July 6th, 2010
State lawmakers are in Santa Fe right now, discussing behavioral-health services.
A live, streaming audio feed of interim legislative committees is now available online at
District 3 Little League Tournament brackets
July 5th, 2010
Little League
District 3 Tournaments
9-10
Wednesday
Game 1: Zia 8, Roosevelt 7
Friday
Press Release: On Line Predator Unit Makes Another Arrest
July 2nd, 2010
Tucumcari – Stephen Hensley, 41 of Tucumcari was arrested after agents
linked Hensley to an on line profile of trading child pornography.
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