Serving the High Plains
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- Bob McClelland Jr, 54, Bob's Budget Pharmacy "My first plane ride was at an air show in Las Cruces. They charged a fee based on how much you weighed, I was 5 or 6 years old so I'm sure it didn't cost my dad very much. I was amazed at how big the planes were." - Jamie Johnson, 35, member specialist at Quay Schools Federal Credit Union "My first plane ride is when I flew to Las Vegas, Nev. I was so afraid to get on the plane. I flew with my dad, sister and step-mom. On the way back we were in an electrical storm. I was 25 years old." - Rachel J... Full story
Otero Emily Otero Melanie Otero Sisters Emily and Melanie Otero celebrated their birthdays Sept. 1 at the Elks Lodge swimming pool with family and friends. Emily turned 7 on Aug. 31 and celebrated with a peace sign themed party complete with tie dye cupcakes. Melanie turned 3 on Sept. 4 and celebrated with a Sesame Street birthday party complete with Elmo cupcakes. Emily and Melanie's parents are Gino and Miquela Otero. Grandparents are Charlie Valverde, Judy Martinez and Gene and Evelyn Otero. Great-grandparents are Vera Cordova and Rose...
Despite the early difference in records, the Tucumcari Rattlers aren't going in overconfident against the winless West Las Vegas Dons. QCS Photos:Thomas Garcia The Rattlers' ground attack has earned them over 500 yards of offense in the past two games. Above, Rattlers quarterback hands off the football to running back Jeffery Cordova. "We never take any team lightly," said Rattlers head coach Wayne Ferguson. Ferguson said the Dons (0-2) have good speed and skilled position players, which they will be working on containing Friday night. The... Full story
A new Tucumcari-based medical airlift service will provide a timely response during critical medical situations. QCS photo: Jerrene Bradley Western States Air Medical services out of Las Vegas has stationed their aircrafts in Tucumcari. The medical flight service is owned/operated by Steven and Susan Spande "We saw a great opportunity for the service being stationed in Tucumcari," said Scott Stamper, public relations with Care Flight. Stamper said after they visited with residents they came to realize a locally-based medical air service was a n...
The following books are available from the Tucumcari Public Library. For information call 461-0295. Fiction "The Light Between Oceans," by M. L. Stedman. An Australian lighthouse keeper and his wife decide to keep a baby who has washed ashore. "Odd Apocalypse," by Dean Koontz. Odd Thomas, who can communicate with the dead, explores the mysteries of an old estate now owned by a billionaire. "Where We Belong," by Emily Giffin. A woman's successful life is disrupted by the appearance of an 18 year-old girl with a link to her past. "Undead and Unst... Full story
The following are the menus for schools in Quay County. House Monday Breakfast: Breakfast burrito, variety of cereal, muffins, juice, milk. Lunch: Barbecue chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, hot rolls, salad bar, milk. Tuesday Breakfast: Sausage on a stick, variety of cereal, muffins, juice, milk. Lunch: Hot dog, mixed vegetables, French fries, salad bar, fruit, milk. Wednesday Breakfast: Variety of muffins, variety of cereal, yogurt, juice, milk. Lunch: Beef and bean chalupa, corn, salad bar, fruit, milk. Thursday Breakfast:...
Altrusa International of Tucumcari is pleased to announce that their annual Cash Party will be held 6 p.m. Nov. 10, at the Quay County Exhibition Center. Tickets to this event are $100. Three hundred tickets will be sold and the last number drawn will win $15,000. The runner up will also win $500, and every 25th number called will win a door prize worth at least $100. Proceeds of this event will benefit Altrusa community service projects. "Your purchase of a ticket is more than just a chance to win $15,000. It's a chance to help improve our... Full story
During the many years in which I taught English, I worked hard to avoid making grammatical errors in order to set an example for the students and to avoid ridicule from my colleagues. I also paid strict attention to correct pronunciation, again to allow students to hear the difference between the correct and incorrect pronunciations. Of course, I have now relaxed much, but I still hear and read mistakes, especially those made by the media. My teeth get on edge easily when I see and hear so many mistakes while reading newspapers and listening...
The following is a sampling of calls received by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department. Friday - At 9:34 a.m., a woman reported harassment at a residence on the 800 block of E. Laughlin Avenue. - At 11:06 a.m., a man reported a burglary at a business on the 1500 block of Highway 252. - At 11:08 a.m., a woman reported vandalism of a vehicle on the 400 block of E. Center Street. - At 7:06 p.m., a man reported vandalism of a vehicle on the 400 block of E. Heman Avenue. - At 10:04 p.m., a man...
More than 60 residents, EMS, firefighters and police attended the 9-11 ceremony Tuesday night at the American Legion Post 77 in Logan. QCS Photos:Thomas Garcia Logan residents and Quay County first responders took park in a candle light march Tuesday in remembrance of Sept. 11. "We would like to thank the legion for honoring us today and to all those veterans who have served," said Teressa Bruhn, EMS first responder. Members of Post 77 prepared a chicken fired steak dinner and held a memorial service and candlelight parade in remembrance of...
The Quay County Commission on Friday approved the formation of a committee to draft a new animal ordinance. The commission decision followed a tabling of a proposed animal control ordinance, which drew concerns from numerous residents. Commission Chairman Bill Curry said the commission has been working on an ordinance for two years, and adoption of one is inevitable. But he also noted that an ordinance must satisfy certain requirements to be approved, including prior publication and opportunities for public comments and suggestions. Commissione...
Continued reports of stolen vehicles have prompted local law enforcement officials to urge residents to lock their vehicles under all circumstances "We are asking that residents be vigil during the evening hours and please remove your keys from your vehicles at night," said Jason Braziel, Tucumcari police chief. Braziel said there have been 10 reports of stolen vehicles since June inside the city limits, with one resulting in a high-speed pursuit and crash. According to Braziel: - On Aug. 6, a 1990s model Chevy Corvette was reported stolen... Full story
The University of New Mexico Cancer Center is adding a new tool to its kit to diagnose and fight cancer. This fall the center will be among the first of a small number of sites worldwide to acquire a technology that can sequence an entire human genome in half a day for about $1,000. Whole genome sequencing now costs UNM about $10,000 per patient and takes an out-of-state company at least two weeks. To get a sense of how much of a giant leap forward this is, consider that the human genome consists of about 3 billion DNA rungs in a ladder-like st...
County commissioners approved the use of a Taser at the Quay County Detention Center. A Taser is a tool which can be used to keep down confrontations and ensure the safety of the guards, said T.J. Rich, QCDC administrator. Rich said the use of a Taser is safer as far as all parties are concerned. He said in the past when the use of gas or mace had to be used, the substance would get in to the ventilation systems, affecting other inmates and guards. "We have to consider the other intimates, and the effectiveness of our guards," Rich said. Rich...
"Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise" Proverbs 6:6 It doesn't take much to entertain me. Oh sure, I love a huge fireworks display as much as the next person but I don't always need excitement that is over the top. No, most of the time it is watching the clouds or looking at my flower garden that floats my boat. The other day it was ants that caught my interest. I fed the cats a little extra and after they were through eating there were a few kernels of cat food left. I was enjoying the change of weather and especially...