Serving the High Plains
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The Tucumcari Rattlers wrestling team will get a chance to see potential state competition this weekend at Los Alamos. "We will have a chance to see what we will be up against," said Rattlers head coach Eddie Encinias. Encinias said the Rattlers team has been doing great the past two weeks, competing at Ruidoso and Robertson. Rattlers senior Esteban Martinez said he was able to win against some potential state competition at the two tournaments. "It gave me a chance to see where I am," Martinez said. "I know I can beat them now it is on me too... Full story
Thomas Garcia The Tucumcari Rattlers wrestling team will get a chance to see potential state competition this weekend at Los Alamos. “We will have a chance to see what we will be up against,” said Rattlers head coach Eddie Encinias. Encinias said the Rattlers team has been doing great the past two weeks, competing at Ruidoso and Robertson. Rattlers senior Esteban Martinez said he was able to win against some potential state competition at the two tournaments. “It gave me a chance to see where I am,” Martinez said. “I know I can beat them now... Full story
Special to the QCS The Mesalands Community College's Rodeo Team finished the fall semester strong and has big plans for the spring. The Men's Team is currently ranked third in the nation and second in the Grand Canyon Region, behind New Mexico State University (NMSU). The Women's Team also performed well last semester, and is currently ranked third in the region. Both teams will need to finish the season in the top two in the region to qualify for the College National Finals Rodeo in June. “More than likely we will be sending a large team to n...
A new 12-week program available at the North American Wind Research and Training Center will increase employment opportunities for those interested in wind energy studies. Jim Morgan, Director of the NAWRTC said Mesalands Community College is now offering an Occupational Certificate in Basic Wind Energy Technology. "The certification is tailored for workforce development," Morgan said. "It will consists of all technical course available in the college's first-year degree program." Morgan said students enrolled in the program, will learn wind...
The following are the lunch for the upcoming week at the Tucumcari Senior Center. Thursday Beef tips, egg noodles, salad, peas and carrots, pears, oatmeal cookie. Friday Liver and onions, wild rice, green beans with almonds, dinner roll and margarine, orange. Monday Burrito supreme, Spanish rice, green salad with dressing, apricots. Tuesday Baked pork chop, stuffing, parmesan potato rounds, carrots, cottage cheese with peaches. Wednesday Dill baked fish, corn and peppers, breadsticks with margarine, pears, yogurt....
A number of you have asked about the new friend who has moved in on this corner. Yes, Prissy, a beautiful black lab has taken up residence here and has been training me for several months. She is three years old and weighs only 110 pounds, thus being active and very noticeable when she lands on one of my feet. She certainly keeps me guessing as to what she will do next. Although she is reasonably well trained and fairly well behaved, she is lively and very mischievous. Because she was emptying waste baskets in both the kitchen and bathroom, I... Full story
The following are the lunch for the upcoming week at the Tucumcari Senior Center. Thursday Beef tips, egg noodles, salad, peas and carrots, pears, oatmeal cookie. Friday Liver and onions, wild rice, green beans with almonds, dinner roll and margarine, orange. Monday Burrito supreme, Spanish rice, green salad with dressing, apricots. Tuesday Baked pork chop, stuffing, parmesan potato rounds, carrots, cottage cheese with peaches. Wednesday Dill baked fish, corn and peppers, breadsticks with margarine, pears, yogurt.... Full story
A number of you have asked about the new friend who has moved in on this corner. Yes, Prissy, a beautiful black lab has taken up residence here and has been training me for several months. She is three years old and weighs only 110 pounds, thus being active and very noticeable when she lands on one of my feet. She certainly keeps me guessing as to what she will do next. Although she is reasonably well trained and fairly well behaved, she is lively and very mischievous. Because she was emptying waste baskets in both the kitchen and bathroom, I...
The following is a sampling of calls received by the central dispatch office for Quay County,based at the Tucumcari Police Department. Friday - At 11:48 a.m., a man reported harassment at a residence on the 100 block of Garret Lane. - At 12:07 a.m., a man reported an unwanted man at a fuel station on the 2300 block of S. First Street. - At 1:37 p.m., a woman reported an unwanted man at a hotel on the 1000 block of E. Route 66. - At 2:35 p.m., a man reported a burglary at a residence on the 800 block of W. Route 66. - At 7:42 p.m., a woman... Full story
The following is a sampling of calls received by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department. Friday • At 11:48 a.m., a man reported harassment at a residence on the 100 block of Garret Lane. • At 12:07 a.m., a man reported an unwanted man at a fuel station on the 2300 block of S. First Street. • At 1:37 p.m., a woman reported an unwanted man at a hotel on the 1000 block of E. Route 66. • At 2:35 p.m., a man reported a burglary at a residence on the 800 block of W. Route 66. •... Full story
Editor’s note: The following candidate is running for the four-year term of city commissioner for District 1. Candidates were asked the same questions and asked to keep their responses to 100 words or less. The municipal election is March 6. Tuesday was the first day for absentee voting. Feb. 15 is the first day for early voting. Name: Dora Salinas-McTigue Age: Candidate declined to answer. Occupation: Real Estate Property Owner/ Manager Please list previous or current elected offices or other organizations you feel prepare you for a commission...
Editor's note: The following candidate is running for the four-year term of city commissioner for District 1. Candidates were asked the same questions and asked to keep their responses to 100 words or less. The municipal election is March 6. Tuesday was the first day for absentee voting. Feb. 15 is the first day for early voting. Name: Dora Salinas-McTigue Age: Candidate declined to answer. Occupation: Real Estate Property Owner/ Manager Please list previous or current elected offices or other organizations you feel prepare you for a commission...
Editor's note: The following candidate is running for the four-year term of city commissioner for District 1. Candidates were asked the same questions and asked to keep their responses to 100 words or less. The municipal election is March 6. Tuesday was the first day for absentee voting. Feb. 15 is the first day for early voting. Name: Antonio J. Apodaca Age: 64 Occupation: Retired Please list previous or current elected offices or other organizations you feel prepare you for a commission seat: I have served as the commissioner for District 1... Full story
Thomas Garcia A new 12-week program available at the North American Wind Research and Training Center will increase employment opportunities for those interested in wind energy studies. Jim Morgan, Director of the NAWRTC said Mesalands Community College is now offering an Occupational Certificate in Basic Wind Energy Technology. “The certification is tailored for workforce development,” Morgan said. “It will consists of all technical course available in the college’s first-year degree program.” Morgan said students enrolled in the program,...
Editor’s note: The following candidate is running for the four-year term of city commissioner for District 1. Candidates were asked the same questions and asked to keep their responses to 100 words or less. The municipal election is March 6. Tuesday was the first day for absentee voting. Feb. 15 is the first day for early voting. Name: Antonio J. Apodaca Age: 64 Occupation: Retired Please list previous or current elected offices or other organizations you feel prepare you for a commission seat: I have served as the commissioner for District 1... Full story