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Interstate Automotive plans to close its dealership in Tucumcari, employees said this morning. The service department finished the projects it was working on and left on Monday, said Joey Haas, a sales associate. Haas said the notice of closure from corporate representatives came last week, though there has been no official closing date set. Interstate Automotive, formerly Brian Urlacher Cross Country Auto Sales, employed 13 people — six in the service department, five sales associates and two business office associates. Interstate Automotive i...
Courtesy photo KJ DWE Sheila 457Y, owned by Kyle and Tonya Perez, was named 2013 National Champion Horned Female at the National Western Stock Show in Denver. C&M Herefords of Nara Visa New Mexico was awarded top honors at two of North America most prestigious Hereford Show. KJ DWE Sheila 457Y owned by Kyle and Tonya Perez was named 2013 National Champion Horned Female at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Col. KJ DWE Sheila 457Y was also named Canadian National Champion Horned Female at the Canadian Western Agribition in Regina,...
The New Mexico State Game Commission elect recently appointed Scott Bidegain of Tucumcari as chairman. Bidegain, 33, was selected to serve as the chairman during the March 21 meeting in Albuquerque. Bidegain succeeds Jim McClintic, who died Feb. 15 after a battle with cancer. The state game commission is composed of seven members who represent the state's diverse interests in wildlife-associated recreation and conservation. Members are appointed by the governor and subject to confirmation by the state Senate. Sen. Pat Woods, R-Broadview,...
QCS photo: Jerenne Bradley Concerned farmers and ranchers were in attendance for the Hay Growers roundtable discussion on Thursday afternoon. The Quay County Hay Growers roundtable discussion was held on Thursday afternoon at the convention center with about 20 farmers and ranchers in attendance. Leonard Lauriault of the New Mexico Agriculture Science Center said 107 years of data shows that last year was the hottest year on record for Quay County and the drought has been the most critical for the county. Jim Norris with the Natural Resources...
Tucumcari will be the site of a new business with Kodiak Fresh Produce set to open in mid-April, soon, Site Manager John Perry said Monday. Perry, who is from Logan, said their goal is to be the biggest employer in Quay County. He said that they will start with about 25 employees and plan to hire more in the future. Applications can be picked up at the old broom corn factory at 815 East Whitmore St., between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. There is a background check and when hired, there will be a drug screen. Perry said that the...
Coyotes trapped by U.S. Department of Agriculture's Wildlife Services outside Tucumcari have tested positive for contagious-strain mange. During a meeting of the Quay County Commission Monday, Ron Jones, USDA wildlife specialist, said two of 12 coyotes trapped in the past three weeks have tested positive for red mange. Jones said the coyotes have moved closer to Tucumcari and residents have reported them killing cats and trying to get into yards after small dogs. He said because of the drought, the coyotes are moving closer to town in search of...
The Terry Turner building, home to the Quay County Extension Office, could be reopening next week. On Jan. 7, fire in the building damaged a small room and the back of the facility. A restoration crew cleaned up smoke and water damage, replacing ceiling tiles and carpet and painted the walls. County Manager Richard Primrose said he was pleased with the good work by the crew. He said the county is still waiting on getting telephones and Internet service back in operation. Primose and that the restoration crew told them that the Extension Office...
Three Quay County high school basketball teams are set to play for a district championship. QCS Photo:James Lout The (11-16) (3-4) Tucumcari Lady Rattlers will play at 6 p.m., Friday against the (18-7) (6-0) Lady Wolverines for the district 4 2A championship at Texico. The Lady Rattlers advanced to the championship game by beating the (14-13) (4-3) Lady Yellowjackets 51-49 Wednesday night at Clayton. The (16-10) (2-2) Logan Longhorns will play at 6 p.m., Friday against the (17-8) (4-0) Foxes for the district 3 1 A championship at Fort Sumner....
Quay County Commissioners on Tuesday unanimously approved a grievance board decision regarding termination of a Quay County Detention Center employee. Barbara Jimenez was terminated in October 2012, accused of giving the wrong medication to an inmate a fourth time. The grievance board made the right decision by terminating Jimenez, said County Manager Richard Primrose. Jail Administrator Don Rich said Jimenez was warned and disciplined for three prior incidents involving inmates medication. Rich said he followed procedure and policy in regards...
The Tucumcari Public Library will be hosting the annual Dr. Seuss Birthday Celebration on 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Tucumcari Convention Center. There will be storytellers, door prizes and refreshments provided and served by the Altrusa members. A birthday card contest is being held for students in Head Start, pre-school and kindergarten through fifth grade. A first, second and third place prize will be given for each grade. Winners will be announced at the birthday celebration....
The snow Tucumcari and Quay County has ended -- for now. Another storm system will move into the area late Tuesday afternoon, with a chance of slight dusting of snowfall for Tucumcari and less than an inch for Logan, said Tim Shy, senior forecaster National Weather Service Albuquerque. Shy said the higher concentrations of snowfall will be in the northeastern portions of New Mexico. The primary concern for Tucumcari and Quay County this afternoon is blowing snow, Sly said. He said the northern winds will slow the clearing of roads, primarily...
QCS staff photo: Jerrene Bradley K-Bee Home Care Services held a grand opening and ribbon cutting Wednesday. A grand opening and ribbon cutting was held on Wednesday afternoon at the K-Bee Home Care Services. Tucumcari Quay County Chamber of Commerce were in attendance for the event to welcome the new chamber member. Viola Godwin, K-Bee general manager, said that in Clovis they had 50 consumers and in Tucumcari they have three. Godwin said their services offer a worry free life and help with daily activities such as trips to stores, doctor...
Courtesy Photo: James Lout Quay County high school's basketball teams are in the heat of their district competition for the regular season. The (15-5) (2-1) San Jon Coyotes and (4-15) (1-2) Lady Coyotes will play at 4 p.m., Thursday against Grady. The (11-9) (2-3) Tucumcari Rattlers and (7-14) (1-2) Lady Rattlers will play at 6 p.m. Friday vs Santa Rosa. The (14-9) (2-2) Logan Loghorns and (17-6) (2-2) Lady Longhorns will play at 6 p.m., Thursday vs Springer....
Courtesy photo Former Quay County resident Stassi Pyne won her second consecutive World Champion Barrel Racing Title at the International Professional Finals Rodeo Jan. 18-20 at Oklahoma City, Okla. Once again the International Professional Finals Rodeo is history and Stassi Pyne, a 2000 graduate of then-Mesa Technical College, has claimed her second consecutive World Champion Barrel Racing Title. Pyne is a former resident of Quay County, student of Logan High School and Mesalands Community College graduate. The IFR43 was held in Oklahoma City...
Cancer Services of New Mexico's Family Cancer Retreat is being held May 3-5 at the Marriott Albuquerque Pyramid North. This free program provides adult cancer patients and survivors and their loved ones with tools and information they need to manage treatment and survival. Sessions on treatment options, navigating the health care system, palliative care, meditation, family communications, nutrition, using the Internet effectively and a variety of other topics will be offered. To receive an application packet go to www.cancerservicesnm.org or...
QCS photo: Jerrene Bradley Glenda Reid presents new flags to Fred Porter, commander of the VFW during their luncheon on Friday. The Tucumcari chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution recently presented awards to the essay winners for Constitution Week. Fifth grader Jackson Rodgers was selected for his essay on "Forgotten Patriots" who supported the American struggle for Independence. Rodgers read his essay to everyone who attended the DAR luncheon on Friday. QCS photo: Jerrene Bradley Gi Gi Parker presents Jackson Rodgers with his...
Friends of the National Rifle Association will hold their fifth annual banquet at the Tucumcari Convention Center on March 9 at 6 p.m. Tim Bishop, Quay County FNRA event coordinator, said tickets are going fast and anyone wanting to attend will need to get their tickets soon. Ticket prices are $25 for a single and $45 for a couple, children under 6 are free and ages 6 to 16 are $15. Tickets are available at Tucumcari Ranch Supply, Dickenson Implement, Burns Hardware and Bob's Budget Pharmacy in Tucumcari and at Bruhn Hardware in Logan or by...
Mesalands Community College will be hosting its annual "FAFSA Free-For-All" event on Feb. 22, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. FAFSA Free-For-All provides college students free professional assistance completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is the form that colleges, universities, and vocational schools use to determine a student's complete financial aid package, which can include grants, scholarships, work-study awards, and federal loan assistance. The financial aid application can be a daunting step in the college...
The Quay County Clerk is reminding business owners that Jan. 31 was the deadline for all county businesses located outside of Tucumcari, Logan, San Jon and House to renew their county Occupation License. If the business is no longer in operation, a representative needs to let the clerk's office know. If a new business has been established in the county, they can contact the clerk at 300 South Third Street or call 461-0510 for an application....
Tucumcari School District residents will vote on continuing a 20-year-old tax to fund school operations in a special election on Feb. 5. The tax of $2 for every $1,000 in assessed property value funds maintenance and repairs, construction services, the purchase of computer software and similar activities, according to Leola Patterson, business manager for the Tucumcari Public School District. The tax is expected to raise about $165,000 this year, and similar amounts through 2018. Proceeds go to a capital improvement fund that is specified in...
Mesalands Community College is currently preparing for their 15th Annual Iron Pour on March 10-16 at the foundry. The iron pour attracts students from all over the U.S. and many return year after year to participate in this workshop because of the state-of-the-art facilities at the foundry and the hospitality of Tucumcari residents. Mesalands needs donations of cast iron, such as radiators, bath tubs, and sinks. These items must be able to be broken with a sledge hammer. Engine blocks cannot be used for this purpose. Mesalands will also accept...
The 11-4 San Jon Coyotes face the 5-13 Broncos Thursday at Floyd. The Coyotes are coming off a narrow 55-54 win over the 10-6 Quemado Eagles Saturday at San Jon. Trailing throughout most of the game, the Coyotes managed to gain a single point lead in the closing seconds of final period and hold on for the win. The Broncos lost Friday, 72-36, to the Longhorns for Logan's Homecoming. The 3-9 Lady Coyotes will be heading into Floyd off the momentum of Saturday's 36-29 win over the Quemado Lady Eagles. The 10-7 Lady Broncos will be looking to bounc...
The Tucumcari Public School District is asking voters to approve continuing a two-mill property tax in a Feb. 5 special election. QCS Photo: Jerrene Bradley The front of the newly remodeled Tucumcari High School. Money from the two-mill property tax levy was used to remodel the school. School officials said approval of the extension won't increase property taxes. According to school officials the two-mills will: - Provide schools with funds to maintain and improve buildings and purchase equipment. - Provide approximately $165,000 annually to...
The following filed Jan. 16 for Mesalands Community College board of trustee positions: - Board member position No. 2 for a six-year term commencing April 1, Jimmy R. Sandoval. - Board member position No. 3 for a two-year tern (unfulfilled term, commencing April 1), Maria Teresa Stephenson. - Board member position No. 4 for a six-year term commencing April 1, J. Bronson Moore....
The use of the Wind Center of Excellence grant at Mesalands Community College's North American Wind Research and Training Center has increased the number of student enrollment and programs offered. Since receiving the $523,751 grant in January 2011, Mesalands has been able to assist students in gaining the skills, the knowledge, and the hands-on training necessary to secure jobs in the growing wind energy field, said Natalie Gillard, vice president of academic affairs. Gillard said the grant has also given the Wind Center at Mesalands the...