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The Children, Youth and Families Department has unveiled a tool that will save lives, literally. It’s called the Law Enforcement Portal, a database that officers can access from their computers or mobile devices. It lets law enforcement access CYFD records, including previous referrals and contacts with children and families, whether any of those referrals were substantiated, and the names and phone numbers of case workers. The goal is giving police officers quick access to background information that allows them to quickly focus their i...
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...
I must congratulate the local editorial policy makers of Clovis Media Inc. — owners of this newspaper and the one in Clovis — who are officially and staunchly libertarian in their editorial views. It turns out that researchers have found that, by and large, libertarians are smarter than Republicans or Democrats. This is not to deny the Harvard credentials of Stephen Bannon (business) or Ted Cruz (law), or the Yale credentials of Bill Clinton or the Harvard Law credential of Barack Obama. On average, researchers have found that liberals are a l...
One of the most debated topics within Christian theology is “Eschatology,” or the study of last things, the end-times. These discussions get heated, but we generally agree that we can hold different opinions without having to accuse each other of heresy. I can acknowledge your right to be wrong, and we can still be brothers in Christ’s kingdom. However, Jesus did warn about some dangerous errors with regard to his Second Coming. These are not so much errors regarding how we think unful...
As Jesus stated, he was in the grave for three days and three nights (Matthew 12:39-41; 16:21; 17:22-23; Luke 18:31-34; 24:1-7). Evil men had torn down his temple and he built it back in three days (John 2:18-22). It’s now been three days since Easter and I wondered what Jesus’ disciples were doing three days after his resurrection. When Jesus was arrested, his disciples deserted him and fled, although, at least two of them went to his first trial (Matthew 26:47-56; Mark 14:43-51; Luke 22:54; John 18:12-16; bookmark these passages, they’ll all...
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...
The following are the menus for the Tucumcari and Logan senior centers and schools in Quay County for today through April 18: Senior centers Coffee, tea and milk served daily Logan Thursday: Chicken spaghetti, beets, green salad with dressing, garlic bread, pears Friday: Green chile pork stew, mexicorn, salad with dressing, flour tortilla, cinnamon apples Monday: Meatloaf, garlic mashed potatoes, cauliflower with cheese, dinner roll, margarine, vanilla pudding Tuesday: Chili dog, baked potato wedges, mixed vegetables, mandarin oranges...
Quay County Commission At their April 9 meeting, Quay County commissioners took the following actions: • Quay County Sheriff Russell Shafer requested permission to apply for a $1,542 Combat DWI grant. The commission approved the request. • Quay County Community Development Block Grant Coordinator Darla Munsell requested the approval of a CDBG application for $750,000 to be used towards the improvements on a two mile section of Quay Road AR north from Quay Road 63. Munsell said two public meetings were held on March 19 and March 26 seeking inp...
April 1987 • Police warned parents to look out for "blue star" tattoos on white paper that their children may have. Officers said the paper had LSD in it, and children could absorb the drug through the mouth or the skin innocently. • David Foote was the Arch Hurley Conservancy District Manager. • Rattler Bill Ortiz took nearly four seconds off the 3200 meter run school record at the Clovis Invitational Track and Field Meet. He placed fourth at the meet with a time of 10:29:21. • Stacey Wooten, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Wooten was crowned...
Thursday • City Commission Work Session: 5 p.m., Tucumcari City Hall • City Commission: 6 p.m., Tucumcari City Hall Saturday • Quay County NRA Banquet: 6 p.m., Tucumcari Convention Center Wednesday • Tucumcari/Quay Regional Emergency Communication Board: 10 a.m., Tucumcari City Hall April 19-21 • National Active and Retired Federal Employees Associations, Tucumcari Convention Center April 23 • Quay County Commission: 9 a.m., Quay County Courthouse • Library Advisory Board: 5:15 p.m., Tucumcari Library April 24 • City Finance Board: 10 a.m.,...
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...