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The quick actions of a neighbor and the Village of Logan’s Volunteer Fire Department saved the lives of residents, the family pet and the home. The fire department was first paged out at 3:45 a.m,. on Saturday morning to a report of a recreation vehicle fire, said Rex Stall, Logan Fire Chief. Stall said when he arrived on the scene on the 500 block of Zuni, the fire had fully engulfed the RV and a passenger car and had begun spreading to the carport. He said the firefighters began efforts to control and extinguish the fire. Stall said he and a...
Coordination between Tucumcari and Quay County for warning sirens as well as the duties and funding of the Quay County Emergency Manager were discussed during Monday’s regular county commission meeting. “I have been working with the City of Tucumcari to develop the best plan for the use of the new warning siren system,” said Daniel Zamora, county emergency manager. Zamora said after discussion with Project Manager Ralph Lopez, it has been decided that having one alert tone and one all clear tone would be the best for alerting residents. “How...
The Tucumcari Rattlers baseball could set its own path to hosting a first round state game if it can sweep the Santa Rosa Lions Friday during a District 5-3A double header. The Rattlers (5-9, 2-4) will start a double header at 4 p.m., Friday against the Lions (16-6, 4-2) at Tucumcari. "We need to stay focused and communicate on the field," said Josh Walker, Rattlers pitcher. Walker said a lack of communication in the past games has led to extended innings. He said mental errors kept the inning g...
A DWI charge against a Tucumcari municipal judge has been dismissed due to the lack of probable cause for the traffic stop in February that led to his arrest by New Mexico State Police. The motion to not pursue the case was entered on April 10 by Fourth Judicial Deputy District Attorney R. Lance Miller before Harding County Magistrate Judge Karen Mitchell in Tucumcari. Quay County Magistrate Judge TJ O’Quinn and the 10th Judicial District Attorney’s Office requested and received a recusal from the case in February. Dominguez was arrested Feb...
The Tucumcari City Commission focused much of its efforts at Thursday’s regular meeting on the promotion of Tucumcari to tourist and funding of local events. The city has entered into a one-year, $50,000 contract with the Albuquerque based marketing firm, Griffin and Associates to develop a new marketing plan for Tucumcari, said Mark Martinez, interim city manager. Martinez said the service from the contract will help develop a promotional campaign for local events, attractions. He said the contract also covers the development, maintenance o...
More than 500 area supporters helped to raise more than $50,000 to support local shooting sports, gun clubs and the Second Amendment overall Saturday during the Quay County Friends of the National Rifle Association Banquet. "The level of support from our area residents continues to amaze me every years," said Kent Terry, QCFNRA chairman. The banquet was held at the Tucumcari Convention Center. Terry said thanks to the support from the residents this year's banquet may have raised more than last...
The first Quay County Wellness Fair in four years was a success, as residents took advantage of more than 20 health screenings and more than 60 information booths, said Brenda Bishop, Quay County Extension Agent. "There was a large variety of information from many organizations for residents to benefit from," Bishop said. Bishop admitted there was concern public participation would wane due to the four-year gap between fairs, but Saturday's turnout quickly alleviated those concerns. Bishop said...
Quay County commissioners had cautious optimism about a software upgrade that could allow the county’s treasurer’s and clerk’s offices to accept debit and credit card payments. “It would be convenient for the taxpayers and residents, but we must first learn of the cost associated with acquiring this service,” said Franklin McCasland, commission chair. Quay County Treasurer Patsy Gresham requested the commission look into an purchase of an Eagle web software addition during Monday’s regular meeting. Gresham said the $16,000 software would allow...
Three applicants for the Tucumcari city manager position were discussed in executive session by City Commissioners Thursday during a special meeting at City Hall. No decision was made after commissioners returned to regular session. The applicants are Britt Lusk of Hobbs, Robert Ratliff of Bucyrus, Ohio; and D. Sam Hughes of Tri Cities, Washington. Commissioners also approved offering a contract to an Albuquerque-based marketing firm that would help promote events and attractions in Tucumcari and revamp the city’s website and Interstate 40 b...
Quay County commissioners said the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s predator damage management services have been a good investment, protecting an estimated 3,200 head of livestock worth more than $1 million in 2017. Commissioners approved continuing the program at a $37,500 cost to the county. “This program has the overwhelming support of the livestock owners of the county,” said Sue Dowell District 1 commissioner.“Year after year the livestock owners donate funds to help pay for the salary of the wildlife specialist’s services.” USDA Distri...
The Tucumcari Lady Rattlers softball team needs to believe in its abilities and remain confident as it progresses through district play, said coach Donnie Garcia. Garcia said the Lady Rattlers (4-4, 3-2) need to always have the confidence they had in the late innings of Monday's 8-7 win over Estancia at Tucumcari. He said this is the second time in the season that the Lady Rattlers have rallied back in late innings for an emotional victory. "It makes for a great game, but these girls have the ab...
Residents may have heard the testing of three new warning sirens Tuesday morning as crews work to bring the system online before storm season. "The plan is to have the system up and operational later this month," said Ralph Lopez, project manager. Work first began on replacing the city's aged warning sirens in Dec. 2015, the Tucumcari City Commission approved a $37,400 grant agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture to help with the purchase of the sirens. The commission...
A federal resources road show headed by U.S. Sen. Tom Udall brought together several state, federal agencies with officials of Eastern New Mexico communities to discuss available resources. "The purpose of this event is to bring these agencies to an area where the officials of rural communities can meet with them," Udall said. "If these meetings were to be held in Albuquerque only, there would be a great many officials who would not be able to attend." The event, held Wednesday at Mesalands...
Learning on the go is how the new director of the Tucumcari/Quay County Chamber of Commerce, Carmen Runyan, describes her first three weeks on the job. "I am getting up to speed on the current planned events for our community while working on new ideas for promotion," Runyan said. Runyan said she is getting adjusted to the day-to-day duties as director and becoming familiar with the many groups, organizations and entities she will be working with to promote the area. "I look forward to the...
Rattlers will look to carry the momentum of Monday's seventh inning rally win over Dora into their upcoming double header at Laguna Acoma. Two outs, a 3-2 count and Lady Rattlers right fielder, Tianna Peterson, said all she could think about was making contact with ball. Peterson's final swing was a line drive down the first base line, the Lady Coyotes first baseman could not field the ball in time allowing the winning run to cross home plate. "We keep telling the girls to believe in their...
The generosity of area organizations and Tucumcari Public Schools has provided a musical gift for a group of elementary students who performance venues have included the State Capital Roundhouse. "On behalf of the children, I would like to thank Altrusa, the McMullen Foundation and Tucumcari Public schools," said Andrew Kesten, TES music teacher. The three entities each donated $5,300 for the purchase of a three marimbas, a percussion instrument much like a xylophone. Kesten said the...
The Tucumcari Rattlers baseball team has shown it can earn runs, but will need to focus on eliminating errors this weekend at the Santa Rosa tournament, said Dwayne Roberts, head coach. "The guys put up some impressive numbers last week against Grady," Roberts said. Roberts said the Rattlers will start the three-day tournament playing Laguna Acoma at 3 p.m., Thursday. The Rattlers (1-2) last played in a 19-17 win over the Grady Bronchos (0-3) on Thursday at Tucumcari. During that game the...
TUCUMCARI - A Tucumcari man faces up to 12 years in prison after pleading guilty Wednesday to charges of criminal sexual penetration involving two minors. Anthony Groomas, 29, appeared before District Judge Albert J. Mitchell to enter four guilty pleas to felony charges stemming from his arrest last August. Mitchell accepted the guilty plea and ordered Groomas sent to the state's Department of Corrections for a 60-day pre-sentencing evaluation. "Protecting New Mexico's children from sexual...
The Tucumcari Rattlers finished first and the Logan Lady Longhorns placed second as teams had several area track and field athletes qualify for state on Saturday at the Rattler Relays in Tucumcari. "It was a smaller field than we had last year but it was still a good turnout," said Wayne Ferguson, Tucumcari head track coach. Ferguson said several schools had to cancel at the last minute due to various conflicts of schedules with other functions. He said the Rattlers boys team had a good outing,...
More than 50 artists, students and area residents took part in the 20th anniversary Iron Pour this weekend at Mesalands Community College in Tucumcari. "This is not how I envisioned it would be 20 years ago," said D'Jean Jawrunner, faculty, event founder. Jawrunner said she had no idea what was to come from the first batch of molten iron being poured all those years ago. She said since its start the iron pour has become a living breathing extension of the college, community and participants....
County Commissioners are seeking answers after residents raised concerns about the billing at Dan C. Trigg Memorial Hospital's Emergency Room. "It has been brought to my attention that local residents are being billed as out-of-network patients at our own ER," said Sue Dowell, District 2 Commissioner. Dowell brought the issue up to County Manager Richard Primrose following his report during Monday's regular meeting. "We need to have this issue addressed," said Mike Cherry, District 1...
The Tucumcari Lady Rattlers basketball season ended with a loss to a district opponent in the quarterfinals of the 3A state tournament in Albuquerque. "I am proud of how the girls played," said Gary Hittson, Lady Rattlers head coach. Hittson said in their final game of the season several of the younger Rattlers showed a spark that has him excited about the future. "We had some bench players step up in a big way," Hittson said. "There is plenty of reasons to still be excited about Lady Rattler...
Quay County received more than $1 million from the latest New Mexico Legislative session for improvements to multiple agencies — including the Quay County Detention Center, Tucumcari, Logan Senior Citizens Centers and Arch Hurley Conservancy District. “I consider it a great privilege to advocate for important projects throughout northeastern New Mexico,” said District 67 State Rep. Dennis Roch (R-Logan). “This is why I was proud to support this legislation, which contains funding for so many of our area’s local priorities.” According t...
Just over a year after resigning as the Village of Logan mayor, David Babb defeated TJ Smith in the mayoral race in the March 6 Municipal Election. Quay County Magistrate Judge TJ O’Quin certified the election results March 7 at the Village Office. Babb took 175 votes to Smith’s 170. “I think the election shows that we are a community that is divided,” said Smith. “I wish those that got elected well as they continue to work towards the things that are for the best for the Village of Logan.” Smith said he appreciated all the residents w...
Artists and fine art students have begun creating their one-of-a-kind molds that will become works of art from the 20th annual Iron Pour at Mesalands Community College in Tucumcari. More than 30 people were on hand for the first day of the iron pour festivities. Each year this unique workshop brings together a variety of fine arts students who, throughout the week, work to create their molds out of sand and plaster. At the climax of the Iron Pour molten iron reaching 2,800 degrees is poured...