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After years of living in eastern New Mexico's climate, former Nara Visa resident could not believe the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, which forced her family to evacuate their home. "I told my fiancé, 'I'm from New Mexico, I've never seen this much water at one time,'" said Dessaray Padilla, now of Baytown, Texas. Padilla, who moved from Nara Visa in 1998, said she is currently living in Baytown with her fiancee, Austin Wilson. She said the couple has been staying at the home of Wilson's...
One person is dead, another is detained in what New Mexico State Police officials are calling a homicide investigation Tuesday morning on the 400 block of North College Street in Tucumcari. State police are investigating this incident as a homicide, said Lt. Herbert Hinders. "I was drinking my coffee outside when I heard a gunshot, then I heard a second gun shot and a woman screaming," said Pablo Benavidez, a neighbor. Hinders said NMSP has taken the lead in this investigation and are awaiting...
Two area high school volleyball teams are working shake off their opening week struggles while one prepares to start the season. The San Jon Lady Coyotes will start their season Thursday with a home opener against the Vaughn Lady Eagles. The team has grown so much since last season, mentally and physically, said Head coach Jaree Elliott. Elliott said through the summer and start of practice the Lady Coyotes have been hard at work to improve themselves. She said the once green and young players...
The Tucumcari Rattlers Football team will travel Saturday to Albuquerque for the second game of the season against the Albuquerque Academy Chargers. While the score might not reflect it, the Rattlers had strong moments on defense during Friday loss to Escalante, said Wayne Ferguson, Rattlers head coach. The Rattlers loss 28-7 to the Lobos Friday at the Snake Pit. Holding a 7-6 lead at half time the Rattlers struggled with possession of the ball on offense turning the ball over 11 times total....
Five local church parishioners gathered Monday at the corner of South Seventh Street and Route 66 in Tucumcari for a protest against abortion. "We are out here to spread the word, that abortion is against the law, commandments of God," said Gordan Runyan, Pastor of the Emmanuel Baptist Church of Tucumcari. Runyan, along with four members of the church, stood bearing signs reading, "Abortion is our national sin," and, "Abortion is not the answer." Runyan said the protest was peaceful. He said...
An outline of the new services for patients at Dan C. Trigg Memorial Hospital was presented to the Quay County Commissioners by the Administrator Vincent DiFranco. During Monday’s regular meeting DiFranco said since taking over as the administrator six months ago he has had a productive experience with the physicians and staff at the hospital. He said one of the newer services the hospital has begun is home sleep studies. These studies can be conducted by the patients in their own homes. “Patients have reported it is easier for them to con...
Funding for the senior citizens center, water concerns, damage from the recent rainfalls are just a few of the day-to-day issues the new Village of Logan manager has fielded since starting on Wednesday. “I look forward to working with the village staff and residents on promoting and improving Logan,” said Trevor Thompson. Thompson said with the help of interim village manager Larry Wallin, he has dove right into the responsibilities that will be his priorities as manager. He said Wallin has helped him to get up to speed on the issues that hav...
A pair of Tucumcari residents are out on bond, charged in connection with the 2016 death of a 1-year-old boy. Hope Bass and Daniel Martinez were arrested Aug. 10, and both entered no plea to four counts of child abuse - one resulting in death. The charges stem from the Aug. 5, 2016, death of Chase Bass. The two were arraigned Monday before Quay County Magistrate Judge TJ O'Quinn and released on $20,000 appearance bonds, with caveats including house arrest, GPS ankle bracelets and the consent to...
A rash of overnight vandalism resulted in thousands of dollars of damages for more than 20 residents and a local business in Tucumcari. There are still reports coming in today from residents who are returning home from the weekend to discover their vehicles were damaged, said Pete Rivera, Tucumcari Deputy Chief of Police. Rivera said officers responded to reports of vandalism late Saturday night, early Sunday morning on South Adams Street and South Second Street. He said a male subject, later...
Area high school football teams are prepping for their first game of the season, with Logan and San Jon traveling and Tucumcari at home to face Escalante. "We expect to see the same type of play out from Escalante that we have seen over the past three years," said Wayne Ferguson, Rattlers head coach, of the 7 p.m. Friday matchup. This is the fourth-straight year the Lobos and Rattlers have faced off, with Escalante winning by counts of 34-28, 18-0 and 34-6. Ferguson said the Lobos will like to...
By Thomas Garcia QCS Senior Writer [email protected] A rash of overnight vandalism resulted in thousands of dollars of damages for more than 20 residents and a local business in Tucumcari. There are still reports coming in today from residents who are returning home from the weekend to discover their vehicles were damaged, said Pete Rivera, Tucumcari Deputy Chief of Police. Rivera said officers responded to reports of vandalism late Saturday night and early Sunday morning on South Adams...
TUCUMCARI — A pair of Tucumcari residents are out on bond, charged in connection with the 2016 death of a 1-year-old boy. Hope Bass and Daniel Martinez were arrested Aug. 10, and both entered no plea to four counts of child abuse — one resulting in death. The charges stem from the Aug. 5, 2016, death of Chase Bass. The two were arraigned Monday before Quay County Magistrate Judge TJ O’Quinn and released on $20,000 appearance bonds, with caveats including house arrest, GPS ankle bracelets and t...
Despite a lower attendance than its prior year iteration, the annual field day at the New Mexico State Universities Ag Science Center in Tucumcari was a success, said Leonard Lauariault, center director. Lauriault said this year 120 people attended the field day, 14 less than last year's event. He said even with the lower numbers, the field day met and surpassed his expectations. "One of the field day's goals is to give those farmers, ranchers who are involved or interested in our research a...
The instructor of a new course beginning this fall at Mesalands Community College aims to reduce the shortage of certified Emergency Medical Technicians. "The shortage of certified EMTs is a problem felt locally, across the state and nation," said Matthew Williams, Mesalands EMS faculty. Williams will begin teaching three EMT courses at Mesalands starting on Aug. 25, said Kimberly Hanna, public relations director. Hanna said it is important to understand the courses offered at Mesalands do not...
The Quay County Commission took steps Monday to help an existing wind farm near House expand as part of a potential $150 million injection into the local economy. A pair of resolutions were introduced for industrial revenue bonds for both the current New Mexico Wind Energy Center and the proposed Casa Mesa Wind Project. NextEra Energy Resources Project Director Christopher Cothran presented information about the company’s proposed upgrades and new project construction during the commission’s regular meeting. Cothran said the existing 1.5-megawa...
The 2016 state champion San Jon/Grady Coyotes will start the 2017-2018 season under the direction of new head coach. Adrian Jones of Tucumcari has taken the helm of the San Jon/Grady Coyotes six-man football team. "I have not coached a varsity level team, but I'm ready to work with the athletes to defend and win another state championship," Jones said. Jones is assuming control of the program following Coach Bobby Gomez's departure. Gomez led the (7-0) Coyotes to a 47-46 victory over Lake Arthur...
A convention at the Tucumcari Railroad Museum this weekend gave railroad enthusiasts a chance to find, trade and buy new historic treasures, meet fellow enthusiasts and preserve New Mexico's railroad history. The east wing of the museum located inside the Tucumcari Railroad Depot was filled with displays, merchandise from railroad memorabilia and date nail collectors. "Conventions like this are held across the nation bringing together railroad enthusiast from all corners of the nation," said...
While attendance was smaller than expected, organizers, locals and Tucumcari High School alumni from abroad feel this year's Rattler Reunion was successful and will continue to grow. "The Rattler Reunion board was pleased with the turnout but the hope is the attendance will grow in the years to come," said David Hale, board president. Hale said the board will hold a wrapup meeting to discuss this year's reunion later in the month. He said with this year under their belt and actual reunion...
Recent rainfall has beneficial impacts for the area irrigation district, but it has resulted in concerns for the city of Tucumcari over a possible contamination of the water table. Between July 31 and Aug. 3 a total of 1.81 inches of rainfall was reported near Tucumcari, said Andrew Church, meteorologist, National Weather Service Albuquerque. Church said the bulk of the rainfall, 1.18 inches, was recorded on Aug. 3. He said on July 31, .63 of rainfall was reported north of Tucumcari. Church said the increased rainfall has helped offset a dryer...
An annual water sports camp gave disabled veterans, individuals and their families a chance to enjoy a weekend at Ute Lake State Park in Logan featuring recreation, camping and camaraderie. Adaptive Sports Program of New Mexico's goal is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities through forms of recreation, said Jason Cline, director of operations. Cline said the event, in its fourth year at Ute Lake State Park, was created to give disabled veterans, their families or caretakers a...
Rattlers and Lady Rattlers current and past had a chance to compete in the Snake Pit again during an alumni volleyball and basketball tournaments for Rattler Reunion. "There was a great turnout for both tournaments; it was nice to see so many alumni come out and compete," said Dana Benavidez, event coordinator. Benavidez said overall there was a positive response by those who competed in the events and those who came out to support the athletes. She said this is the third year for the alumni...
Recognition for winning the 3A boys track and field championship is an honor but more of a testament to the commitment of the athletes and coaches, said Wayne Ferguson, Rattlers head track and field coach. Ferguson was recognized for winning the 3A state championship in July during the New Mexico Activities Association coaches clinic in Albuquerque. "This would not have not been possible without the dedication of the assistant coaches to the program," Ferguson said. "The coaches work with each athlete to push them to their full potential."...
Tucumcari High School alumni of different eras agree the annual Rattler Reunion is a time to come together, catch up and appreciate the finer things in life. Superintendent of Tucumcari Public Schools Aaron McKinney is certainly no stranger to school events. However, this weekend, McKinney's role will not be as an administrator but as a member of the Rattler Reunion host class of 1987. "I am looking forward to seeing many of my former classmates and friends," McKinney said. McKinney said there...
Friday's dedication of the Victor C. Breen 10th Judicial District Attorney's Office honored the memory of a dedicated prosecutor and civil servant while bringing a measure of peace and healing to the family. "After 40 years it is healing to see the people of Tucumcari, friends and family here to honor our father," said Vicki Breen, daughter. "The amazing thing," daughter Nancy Breen-Nunn said, "is after all these years everyone remembers our father as a honest and good man." Victor C. Breen is...
The Agricultural Science Center in Tucumcari will hold its annual field day, which will give residents and visitors an opportunity to see applications and contributions New Mexico State University is making to the agricultural industry regionally and statewide. "In such difficult times of funding the center must find new ways to push forward with their research and applications for its results," said Leonard Lauriault, center superintendent. Registration for dinner and the evening program...