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Archive For August 2012
Fishing report — Aug. 30
August 29th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after t...
Rattlers football team win season opener against Raton Tigers
August 31st, 2012
The Tucumcari Rattlers started the season Friday night with a 35-13 victory over the Raton Tigers at Rattler Stadium.
Swallows won’t be gone for very long
August 24th, 2012
Just when I was beginning to think it was safe to go out on the front porch again — they’re back.Several years ago I wrote about the barn swallows nesting on my front...
Editorial: DWI laws need to be enforced, not increased
August 28th, 2012
What happened to Aileen Smith as she drove through New Mexico on one of the happiest journeys in a woman's life is a mind-numbing tragedy.But adding to the state's DWI laws in the name of...
Parent committee meeting set
August 28th, 2012
The Class of 2017 Parent Committee will meet 5:30 p.m. Sept. 4 at the Tucumcari Public Schools Central Office. It is important that all parents attend this meeting.Information: Jerry Lopez,...
Senior menus — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2012
The following are the lunch menus for August 30- September 5 for the Tucumcari Senior Center.ThursdayTuna salad sandwich, wild rice, buttered squash, strawberry, banana, peach and c...
On the shelves — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2012
The following books are available from the Tucumcari Public Library. For information call 461-0295.Fiction"Black List," by Brad Thor. If the counterterrorism ope...
Chamber of commerce budget OK’d
August 28th, 2012
With an outpouring of support from more than 50 residents the city commission approved the 2013 budget for the Tucumcari/Quay County Chamber of Commerce.Commissioners voted unanimously to ap...
Mesalands, UNM expand partnership
August 28th, 2012
Mildred P. Lovato, president of Mesalands Community College, and Jerónimo Dominguez, vice provost, distance education programs and services at the University of New Mexico, recently signed a...
Animal ordinance up for commission vote
August 28th, 2012
The Quay County Commission will vote on a proposed animal ordinance during its regular meeting Sept. 7.The commission meeting has been moved to 9 a.m., Sept 7 from Sept. 10, said County Mang...
Commissioners approve Route 66 museum
August 28th, 2012
A local committee received approval from the Tucumcari City Commission to convert portions of the Tucumcari Convention Center into the New Mexico Route 66 Museum.
Police blotter — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2012
The following is a sampling of calls received by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.Friday• At 12:31 a.m., a...
Senior menus — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2012
The following are the lunch menus for August 30- September 5 for theTucumcari Senior Center.ThursdayTuna salad sandwich, wild rice, buttered squash, strawberry, banana, pea...
Slice of life: Lunch and traveling
August 28th, 2012
I spent 30 minutes Tuesday afternoon at the corner of First Street and Miel de Luna, watching life pass in front of me.Here's what I saw:
School menus — Aug. 29
August 28th, 2012
The following are the menus for schools in Quay County.LoganTuesdayBreakfast: Sausage rolls, cereal, fruit, juice, milk.Lunch: Chicken nuggets/strips, mashed potatoe...
Comments from the Canyons: Start of school special time
August 28th, 2012
For those of us who enjoyed our school years, this is a special time as school begins. We were eager to meet our new teachers and to see all our friends again after a summer of work and or play. We...
Notes from the Church Lady: There is a season and time for everything
August 28th, 2012
"To everything there is a season..." Ecclesiastes 3:1Where did summer go? It seems as though we were just celebrating Memorial Day and already it is time for the last hurrah of summer with...
Letter to the editor: Important to look at candidate's history
August 28th, 2012
When considering someone to fill a responsible position you have to carefully investigate their record. Let's look at GOP vice presidential candidate Paul Ryan's record.He supported Bush t...
Tumcumcari volunteer firefighter charged with DWI
August 28th, 2012
A Tucumcari volunteer firefighter involved in a collision while responding to a fire call Sunday has been charged with driving while intoxicated.Edgar Shipley III, 36, failed to stop at a re...
Tucumcari volunteer firefighter charged with DWI
August 28th, 2012
A Tucumcari volunteer firefighter involved in a collision while responding to a fire call Sunday has been charged with driving while intoxicated. Edgar Shipley III, 36, failed to...
Tucumcari man arrested for shooting another resident in the leg
August 25th, 2012
A Tucumcari man was in jail Monday in connection with a shooting Friday night.
State Police investigate theft of 300 laptops in San Jon
August 24th, 2012
San Jon-On Aug. 12, New Mexico State Police responded to a call in San Jon, New Mexico reference the burglary of a Commercial Motor Vehicle. Investigation revealed that a commercial motor vehicle...
Report: Jail short-handed, guard failed to notice broom-handle attack
August 23rd, 2012
A Curry County detention officer watching jail inmates with surveillance cameras told investigators she didn’t see Louis Guerra attack Jaime Perez. She didn’t realize there was a fight...
2012 Quay County Fair results
August 21st, 2012
Quay County Fair Booth ResultsOrganizational1. Daughters of the American Revolution2. Right to Life3. Tucumcari Chamber of CommerceCommercial1. Top It Off...
Senior menus — Aug. 22
August 21st, 2012
The following are the lunch menus for the upcoming week for the Tucumcari Senior Center.ThursdayBarbecue chicken thighs, broccoli, cauliflower and carrot salad, fried okra, roll wit...
God’s care for us always brings about good
August 21st, 2012
While on vacation this summer, at a road construction zone in Missouri was a sign saying, "Don't barrel through work zones – MODOT cares." "That's nice," I thought smugly as I drove the...
Editorial: Tenth Circuit model of fiscal responsibility
August 21st, 2012
Shame on the Department of Veterans Affairs for drawing a cloud of suspicion over what should be an honored organization that serves our military men and women.And kudos to the Tenth Circuit...
Elida brothers will be missed
August 21st, 2012
One minute two brothers are on a community mission, the next a whole community is wondering how they'll get by without them.The hurting was focused on the community of Elida recently as Ron...
College honors staff, faculty
August 21st, 2012
Mesalands Community College recently awarded the College's first faculty of the year and staff of the year awards during Convocation. The College is pleased to announce that Janet Griffiths, Pre-C...
Three things about Sen. Bingaman
August 21st, 2012
Clovis Media Inc. Editor David Stevens writes about regional history on his blog at:www.highplainsyesterdays.comHere are some recent posts:Jeff Bingaman of yesteryear: U.S. Sen...
School menus — Aug. 22
August 21st, 2012
The following are the menus for schools in Quay County.LoganMondayBreakfast: Pancake on a stick, cereal, fruit, juice, milk.Lunch: Nachos with or wi...
County clerk warns of offers for property deeds, profiles
August 21st, 2012
Residents are urged to be on the lookout for offers involving property deeds or profiles, according to Quay County Clerk Ellen White.White said residents have contacted her office about a le...
Slice of life: Quay County Fair
August 21st, 2012
I spent 30 minutes Friday afternoon at the county fair, watching life pass in front on me.
Midway carnival adds glamour to fair
August 21st, 2012
Bright neon lights, the sound of milk bottles being knocked over with a proclamation of, "We have a winner," and the smell of funnel cakes brought back a lot of great memories for me this weekend...
Comments from the Canyons: County fairs remain important
August 21st, 2012
Let's thank all those people who participated in the Quay County Fair. Their efforts and talents are most definitely appreciated. Although the drought adversely affected the produce exhibits, we d...
Police Blotter — Aug. 22
August 21st, 2012
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 12:1...
Midway boosts fair attendance
August 21st, 2012
The return of a midway helped to increase the number of people who attended the Quay County Fair this weekend.
Mesalands trustee steps down
August 21st, 2012
A member of the Mesalands Community College board of trustees has stepped down after 19 years of service.
Superintendent’s contract extended
August 21st, 2012
The Tucumcari Public Schools Board of Education approved a one-year contract extension for superintendent Aaron McKinney.
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 10 p.m.
August 20th, 2012
A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 10 p.m. Monday, according to the National Weather Service.Hail up to 1/2 inch in diameter and wind gusts up to 55 mph are expected with this st...
New Mexico Selective Service Office seeking local board members
August 17th, 2012
Residents of New Mexico are needed to represent the state, as Selective Service Local Board members. A Selective Service Local Board is a group of five citizen volun...
Quay County Fair results
August 16th, 2012
The following are some of the results from events held at the Quay County Fair in Tucumcari. Quay County Fair Booth ResultsOrganizational1. Daughters o...
Quay County Fair schedule
August 14th, 2012
WednesdayEntries in all deparments8 a.m. — Departments open to receive entriesNoon — Entry Deadline: Home arts sweepstakes applications due, agriculture products,...
Notes from the Church lady: Good idea to take breaks from technology
August 14th, 2012
"Teach me, O LORD, the way of thy statues..."Technology is a wonderful thing which makes life easier for us (most of the time). Typing this column is much easier than writing it with pen a...
Senior fitness program offered
August 14th, 2012
The Quay County Extension Service and Mesalands Community College will offer the Strong Seniors Stay Young Program, an exercise program for middle-aged and older men and women in Tucumcari, startin...
Senior Olympic team competes at state games
August 14th, 2012
Despite having half the number of its normal competitors, the Tucumcari Senior Olympic team won 16 medals at the State Senior Olympics in Las Cruces."This year we only had five compete in t...
Volleyball teams start practice
August 14th, 2012
Area high school volleyball practices are in full swing this week in preparation of the 2012-2013 season.
‘Texas’ timeless tale for everyone
August 14th, 2012
It had been awhile since we'd all been to "Texas" and a recent trip to Palo Duro Canyon didn't disappoint.We had great weather, if anything it was a little too hot in the amphitheatre wi...
Editorial: Football exciting sport, but filled with danger
August 14th, 2012
If you're ready to play some football, make sure your safety gear fits properly, it's used properly and you pay close attention to the rules related to contact.One of our favorite sports c...
Senior menus — Aug. 15
August 14th, 2012
The following are the menus for schools in Quay County. LoganMondayBreakfast: Baked cheese sticks, cereal, fruit, juice, milk.Lunch: Spaghetti with or with...
Quay County all-stars finish season with district title
August 14th, 2012
The Quay County Senior League all-stars finish their year with a district championship and a state tournament appearance."I am so proud of these guys. They were a very dedicated group, coac...
Comments from the Canyons: Exhibit features Rattler spirit
August 14th, 2012
If you didn't have time during Rattler Reunion to visit the special Rattler Exhibit at Tucumcari Historical Museum, you still have until the end of the month to enjoy it.Thanks to Elizabeth...
Free certification training continues
August 14th, 2012
The North American Wind Research and Training Center of Mesalands Community College will feature a one-semester occupational certificate in basic wind energy technology.A total of 28 student...
Police blotter — Aug. 15
August 14th, 2012
The following is a sampling of calls received by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.Friday• At 3:02 a.m., a woman reported a...
Spay/neutering bus services 102 pets
August 14th, 2012
Quay County residents are thankful to Santa Fe Humane Society's spay and neutering bus and the organizers of this weekends Dog and Cat health fair.
Teen wins country music contest
August 14th, 2012
A Tucumcari teen won the Texaco Country Showdown Saturday night earning her an opportunity to compete at the State Fair at Albuquerque.
Water allocation withheld
August 14th, 2012
The Arch Hurley Conservancy District is continuing to maintain and repair canals in hopes of future water allocations.There has not been a water allocation since 2009, which was only 2 inche...
Press release: Xcel asks customers to curb electricity use
August 10th, 2012
AMARILLO, Texas – Xcel Energy is asking electricity customers in its Texas and New Mexico service territory to conserve...
Xcel Energy asks customers to curb electricity use
August 10th, 2012
AMARILLO, Texas – Xcel Energy is asking electricity customers in its Texas and New Mexico service territory to conserve energy because of expected high electricity demand and limited supplies...
Fishing report — Aug. 9
August 8th, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after t...
Press release: Drought assistance available for NM farmers
August 8th, 2012
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Today U.S. SENATORS TOM UDALL AND JEFF BINGAMAN announced that in light of historic drought conditions, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking steps to immedi...
Tucumcari Olympian misses qualifying by one spot
August 8th, 2012
Former Tucumcari resident Amber Campbell missed qualifying for finals of the women's hammer throw by one spot Wednesday at the Summer Olympic games in London.Campbell, who lived in Tucumari...
Carnival rides back at county fair
August 7th, 2012
After a four year-absence a carnival midway will return for the 2012 Quay County Fair, according to fair officials."We moved our fair up to accommodate the school system and that created a...
Coaches altering practices
August 7th, 2012
A lack of effectiveness and health concerns have area coaches changing their strategies when it comes to two-a-day football practices."There is a concern for the children when it comes to t...
New high school opens
August 7th, 2012
More than 100 attended the official opening of the completed $22 million Tucumcari High School building."The students will have a chance to start the year off right in this newly constructe...
More than 400 alumni attend 51st annual Rattler Reunion
August 7th, 2012
Whether it was a few blocks or 4,000 miles, more than 400 traveled to attend the 51st annual Rattler Reunion in Tucumcari.
Local singers to compete
August 7th, 2012
Three local youths will compete in a country music singing competition Saturday in Tucumcari.The KTNM radio station will hold the Texaco Country Showdown at 8 p.m. at the Pow Wow Lizard Loun...
Police blotter — Aug. 8
August 7th, 2012
The following is a sampling of calls received by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.Friday• At 3:42 a.m., an alarm was report...
Officials seek simpler budget breakdown
August 7th, 2012
City commissioners expressed an interest to have a simpler breakdown of the $15.772 million 2012-2013 budget."I would just like a simple budget comparison for straight answers to straight f...
Comments from the Canyons: Meeting former students, classmates touchin...
August 7th, 2012
Thanks to the Rattler Alumni Board of Directors and the many people who helped them, we had one more great Rattler Reunion! Seeing so many classmates, friends, and former students was a major thril...
Officials break ground on new power station
August 7th, 2012
More than a dozen residents, city and county officials joined the staff of Xcel Energy Tuesday to break ground on a new backup power plant in Tucumcari.
Event offers health care for animals
August 7th, 2012
More than 100 animals will receive services at the 2012 Dog and Cat Health Fair at the Tucumcari Convention Center this weekend.There are only 105 reservations for the spay and neutering ser...
My past now belongs in museum
August 7th, 2012
We all want some of the things we touched in life to live on for posterity but it's a shock to walk into a history museum and find an item you had personal experience operating.Such was the...
Editorial: State needs better oversight over agencies
August 7th, 2012
A potential financial quagmire at the New Mexico Finance Authority, brought to light by a fraudulent 2011 audit report, has spurred concern about oversight of quasi-governmental agencies.Dis...
Lauriault:Christians should help guide others to right path
August 7th, 2012
One dark night recently, while traveling north on U.S. 285 where it's divided between Roswell and Vaughn, we noticed another traveler also headed north, but in the southbound lanes. Although that...
Science center celebrates centennial
August 3rd, 2012
More than 100 residents attended the New Mexico State University Agricultural Science Center Centen...
Friend: Nancy Taylor’s death personal, communal
August 2nd, 2012
Eastern New Mexico lost a "loyal friend" with a "passion to feed the hungry," when Nancy Taylor died on Thursday, friends said.
A multi-state safety crackdown set for Friday along Route 66
August 2nd, 2012
The New Mexico State Police will team up Friday with law enforcement agencies in seven other states in the “Get Your ‘Clicks’ on Route 66” seat belt crackdown.T...
Fishing report — Aug. 2
August 1st, 2012
This fishing report, provided by Bill Dunn and the Department of Game and Fish, has been generated from the best information available from area officers and anglers. Conditions encountered...
