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Black Friday turnouts have been steady, showing an increased effort by the community to buy locally, said local retail store managers. "We have had a steady crowd since the three days of sales began Thursday night," said Caesar Martinez, K-Mart store manager. Martinez said the items being purchased by shoppers included electronics, home appliances and jewelry. He said the sales will continue until 9 p.m. Saturday. "I found a lot of good deals," said Sandra Baker, Tucumcari resident. Baker said...
The generosity of local agencies helps those in need have a happy Thanksgiving. The Ministry of Hope along with the Salvation Army and donations from local organizations helped provide a holiday meal for 130 local families. "This would not have been possible without the help of so many generous people," said Doyle Fraiser, MOH director. On Wednesday Fraiser and staff handed out the holiday dinner packages. The packages included canned vegetables, stuffing, pie crust and filling and the families...
Editor's note: This is part of a weekly series of introductions to our neighbors in Quay County. Name: Hannah Mericle Date of birth: June 15, 1993 Occupation: Dance instructor What is your idea of a perfect day? I wake up feeling good; I'm able to tackle everything on my to-do list. What's your greatest fear? I have an irrational fear of spider webs. What's on your bucket list? Dance with Derek Hough, visit Japan. Talk about a time you laughed. Recently, I talked my family into doing the "You...
A wide assortment of issue advocates who oppose the president-elect have reacted to Donald Trump’s victory with emotions ranging from serious and legitimate concern to hysteria. Organizations that advocate for immigrants in the country illegally are among those spreading fear that is unlikely to match reality. Without question, Trump often spoke in harsh terms when discussing illegal immigration during both the primary and general elections. In late August, after meeting with Mexican President Enrique Peña Nieto, Trump seemed to sum up a vi...
I hope everybody's Thanksgiving was as good as mine. Some thoughts while reading newspapers over the holiday: Why does "politicizing" an issue mean that "somebody is saying or doing something I disagree with?" It's all politics. If Hillary's "atrocities" were at all serious, why are they being pardoned now? Could it be that they were blown way out of proportion in the first place? The left's hand-wringing long before Trump even gets close to occupying the Oval Office is every bit as annoying as was the right's instant panic over Obama. So is th...
At one time in America we had financial crises that were reported as "panics," as in the "financial panic of 1873." Panics were considered too harsh a term to describe a financial decline so they became depressions, as in the "great depression of the 1930s." Once again depressions became too harsh to define a financial downturn so they became recessions, as in "the great recession of 2008." A recession is defined as a financial downturn wherein your neighbor loses his job. A depression is...
The Tucumcari Rattlers and Lady Rattlers swept Floyd in their home openers Tuesday at the Snake Pit. The Lady Rattlers' game was never in doubt, as they forced 38 turnovers in a 72-13 rout. The boys claimed a 59-49 victory in the nightcap. "I'm proud of our team and the way that they stepped up tonight," said Tucumcari guard Kaycee Lease, who led the team with 16 points and five steals. Despite the score, the Lady Broncos forced 10 turnovers and controlled the rebounds in the first half. "We...
By Thomas Garcia QCS Senior Writer The outlook for this season is high for both coach and the athletes of the Tucumcari Rattlers varsity wrestling team. "I have high expectations for the team this year, but my expectations don't matter," said coach Eddie Encinias. "The only thing that matters is how hard they are willing to work for their expectations." Encinias said while he helps to push and train the wrestlers, all achievements are the sum of their dedication. "We have all of our wrestlers...
There is something about the smell of turkey and the gathering of family and friends that make you appreciate the holidays. Even a normal conversation can seem like you're retelling a great novel. My friends brought their twin sons to visit for Thanksgiving. While most of the family was busy trying to get a new heater installed, I was spending time with the twins. They were very curious about the hi jinx I got into as a child and teen while attending school. I made sure not to elaborate too much or mention any stories that might encourage them...
Staff Report Tucumcari — On Nov. 14, Quay County became the second county in New Mexico to earn a Work Ready Community designation from ACT, a non-profit testing company. “Our Work Read Community status will encourage businesses to expand or locate operations in the county,” Patrick Vanderpool, executive director of the Tucumcari Economic Development Corporation, said. “It is a nationally-recognized demonstration that the county's workforce is ready to help employers succeed in Quay County.” Vanderpool said Quay and San Juan counties are the o...