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Upcoming events during July 4 weekend
June 30th, 2009
Lujan set to open distirct office...U.S. Rep. Ben Ray Lujan (D) will be in Tucumcari to officially open his district here at 1:30 p.m. on Friday. The Tucumcari District Office is at...
07-01-09: Calendar
June 30th, 2009
Today: 7 p.m., VFW Post # 2528 Bingo, 105 E. Main St., Tucumcari. Call 461-3061.Thursday: 5:30 p.m., monthly meeting, Liberty Mutual Domestic Water Association, Arch Hurley Meeting Room...
Quay County Sun becoming weekly
June 30th, 2009
To our readers,
This year and last have been the most challenging facing media companies, large and small, around the country. As you have read or heard, the economic slump Ameri...
Freedom Communications announces company-wide wage reduction
June 30th, 2009
Freedom
Communications, Inc. announced a five percent across-the-board
reduction in base pay today for employees at all levels of the company.
The reduction is effective July 13....
07-01-09: Police Blotter
June 30th, 2009
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.Saturdayl At 12:52 a.m.,...
06-30-09: Fishing Report
June 30th, 2009
This June 30 fishing report has been generated from the best
information available from officers and anglers. Conditions encountered
after the report is compiled may differ, however, as stream, lak...
Winning our independence from sin
June 30th, 2009
Well, this year is half over, almost. Yes, we’ve completed six months, but January through June account for only 181 of the 365 days. Consequently, while the year is half over for most all pr...
Mesalands rodeo team sends two riders to CNFR
June 29th, 2009
Two freshmen from Mesalands Community College Rodeo Team competed at the 2009 College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo., on June 14-20, according to a press release from the college...
Ten guidelines for brush management
June 26th, 2009
New Mexico rangelands sustain many species of weeds and brush. Weed and brush intrusion can be caused by several factors, the major players being drought and over grazing.When consideri...
06-27-09: Calendar
June 26th, 2009
Today: 4-6 p.m., First Spanish Baptist Church Neighborhood Block Party, corner of College and Main Street. Food, games, and music.Today: 5:30 p.m. Pot Luck gathering, Eastern New Mexico Blueg...
Single payer system would be cheaper
June 26th, 2009
The June 13 editorial headlined “Health plan may be harder to fund than thought,” portrayed a single-payer system as too expensive and the Democrats wanting to fund it on the back...
Seredipity: Brings friends together at right time
June 26th, 2009
Being in the right place at just the right time can bring about most pleasant experiences — the kind that really cannot be planned.For instance, a couple of weeks ago, Mrs. Dorothy Rand...
Exploratory campaigns concerning
June 26th, 2009
“Hey, since you work for the newspaper, there’s a guy I know...”
I hear this statement a lot, but I’m finding these guys they know are most often considering ru...
06-27-09: Police Blotter
June 26th, 2009
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.Mondayl At 7:39 a.m., a f...
City investigating partial demolition of Sands Dorsey
June 26th, 2009
The Tucumcari City Commission on Thursday has asked the city manager to explore ways and costs that the Sands Dorsey could be partially demolished.
Businesswoman Ruth Nelson said it ha...
Safe, sane 4th of July holidays
June 26th, 2009
No fireworks are being allowed in Quay County because of the fire ban, but fireworks can be set off in the Tucumcari city limits, according to city and county officials.
“No fire...
Scholarship awards, engagement announcement
June 26th, 2009
Scholarships awarded...Altrusa awarded $1,500 in scholarships. Each student received a $300 award. Tammy Hall, vocation chairwoman, made the award presentations. This year's Altrusa Scholarsh...
Press Release: Discounts available for disabled veterans on game and f...
June 25th, 2009
SANTA FE -- Starting July 1, service-connected disabled veterans who are New Mexico residents will be eligible to buy an annual combination fishing and small-game hunting license for $10. The licen...
Press Release: Game commission may change deer draw dates
June 24th, 2009
The State Game Commission will meet July 2 at Heron Lake State Park
to consider changing the date of the annual application deadline and
drawing for deer hunting licenses, and to set season dates a...
Raton race track named at groundbreaking
June 23rd, 2009
New Mexico Gov. Bill Richardson, was in Raton today for the groundbreaking ceremonies of the La Mesa Race Track and Casino, said T.J Mileta, Raton city manager."This was...
Garage building students learn construction skills
June 23rd, 2009
While some high school students were taking a break this summer, others were learning how to build a garage.
Mesalands Community College offered a class in garage construction this sum...
06-24-09: Police Blotter
June 23rd, 2009
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.Fridayl At 12:28 a.m....
06-24-09: Calendar
June 23rd, 2009
Today: 10 a.m., regular meeting, Tucumcari/Quay County Regional Emergency Communications Board, City Hall, 215 E. Center St. Call 461-4403.Today: RENEW 09. For information visit: empoweringth...
06-23-09: Fishing Report
June 23rd, 2009
This June 23 fishing report has been generated from the best information available from officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after the report is compiled may differ, however, as stream, lak...
From this moment you can live with Jesus for the rest of your life
June 22nd, 2009
That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God; Colossians 1:10 The last two week...
06-20-09: Library Books
June 20th, 2009
The following books are available from the Tucumcari Public Library. For more information call 461-0295.FictionThe Scarecrow by Michael Connelly. A Los Angeles Times r...
Spirit of Rattlers needed for 'The Rattler' reunion paper
June 20th, 2009
As always, Tucumcari High School alumni and teachers were pleased to receive this year’s copy of “The Rattler.” No doubt, most of us quit whatever we were doing and perused the pu...
Tucumcari Rotary set for tourney
June 20th, 2009
The Tucumcari Rotary Club is set for its Two Man Golf Tournament on June 27. Proceeds from the event will benefit the 2009 Rotary Airshow.Cost is $50 per golfer and includes...
06-20-09: Calendar
June 20th, 2009
Saturday: 7 p.m., Triple Feature, Conchas Lake State Park, Don’t Get Rattled by Rattlesnakes. Visitor Center. Call 575-868-2270.Saturday: 8 p.m., Firefly Fling. Conchas Lake State Park,...
Advocates sought for children
June 20th, 2009
Volunteers are needed to serve on the Citizen Review Board to provide advocacy and oversight for abused and neglected children who are in the state’s custody, according to a press release fro...
06-20-09: Police Blotter
June 20th, 2009
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department. Tuesday ...
Dora's Lieb impressive in UNM camp
June 19th, 2009
Dora junior-to-be Lathan Lieb was a recent invite to the University of New Mexico Elite basketball camp held earlier this month at the college.
Coyotes coach Ty Thatcher said Lieb was lookin...
Press Release: Hantavirus found in San Miguel County male
June 18th, 2009
SANTA FE - The New Mexico Department of Health announced today that a 65-year-old man from San Miguel County is hospitalized in critical condition at University of New Mexico Hospital in Albuquerqu...
Rally: Party on with Route 66 schedule
June 18th, 2009
Rally: Party on with Route 66
• Events: Biker games and bike and car show
• When: June 19-20 at the Quay County Fairgrounds
June 19
• Noon:...
Freedom names interim CEO
June 17th, 2009
IRVINE, Calif. — Freedom Communications,
Inc., parent company of the Quay County Sun, on Wednesday named independent director and media veteran Burl Osborne as
its Interim CEO. He replaces Sc...
Assistant DA to speak at ASAP
June 17th, 2009
The Quay County ASAP Coalition invites all alcohol beverage and tobacco licensees, sales distributors, employees and parents to attend a meeting at noon on Tuesday at the Pow Wow Restaurant.
06-17-09: Police Blotter
June 16th, 2009
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department. Friday l At 12:42 a....
Sister seeks help for brother, shooting victim
June 16th, 2009
Tina Molina, the sister of Russell King, 45, who was shot June 1 at the Red-wood Lodge, is seeking funds on King's behalf for his medical expenses.
King was paralyzed from the shooting...
More than 2,000 acres charred in area fires
June 16th, 2009
Two brush fires on Monday burned more than 2,000 acres, said Quay County Fire Marshal Don Adams.
A first fire burned about 500 acres on Monday morning near the Anniston Cemetery on Hig...
Air Force exercise alarms residents
June 16th, 2009
A large prop plane that circled Tucumcari for about a half hour Tuesday night left residents wondering what was happening in the airways above.
“It was out of the ordin...
Large prop plane circling over Tucumcari worries residents
June 16th, 2009
A large prop plane that circled Tucumcari for about a half hour Tuesday night left residents wondering what was happening in the airways above.
“It was out of the ordinary,&rdq...
Conchas set to offer special programs on Saturday
June 16th, 2009
Conchas Lake State Park will be hosting three events on Saturday.
Here's the Saturday schedule:
7 p.m., Don't Get Rattled by Rattlesnakes. Discover fascinati...
06-16-09: Fishing Report
June 16th, 2009
This fishing report of June 16 has been generated from the best information available from officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after the report is compiled may differ, however, as stream,...
June 21, Begin a new season of adventure as a member of God’s fa...
June 15th, 2009
This coming Sunday is June 21st, which all recognize as the first day of summer and a new season giving many the opportunity for new adventures. This year it also is Father’s Day. For my fami...
06-13-09: Around Town
June 12th, 2009
Lets dance on 4th ...Taylor Lopez recently celebrated her fourth birthday at Dunns Park with family and friends. Lopez, who was born on May 12 in Tucumcari, is the daughter of Amber Ousley an...
Quay County gaming officials still hopeful for racino license
June 12th, 2009
Even though the state awarded Raton the last gaming license on Tuesday, the Quay County Gaming Authority remains vigilant and hopeful Tucumcari's bid for a "racino" is still a viable option.
City striving to meet deadline for new state animal law
June 12th, 2009
With a June 19 deadline looming for all animal shelters to use lethal injections to put down animals, Tucumcari is striving to find ways to meet that state requirement.
The city of Tuc...
Tucumcari preps for RENEW 09, June 23-24
June 12th, 2009
The board of the Greater Tucumcari Economic Development Corp. discussed the upcoming RENEW 2009 conference at the Tucumcari Convention Center. The conference is set for June 23-24.
"Th...
Senior Center Menu for June 15-19
June 12th, 2009
The following are the lunch menus for June 15-19 at the Tucumcari Senior Center. Monday:Lunch, Curried Chicken Kabobs, mashed potatoes with gravy, broccoli/cauliflower salad, whol...
TeamBuilders set to host basketball tourney June 27
June 12th, 2009
TeamBuilders Counseling Services is launching its first annual basketball tournament from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 27 at the Tucumcari Recreation Center, according to a press release. &...
06-13-09: Community Notes
June 12th, 2009
City Commission set for budget work session on MondayThe Tucumcari City Commission will hold a special workshop at 5 p.m. on Monday to discuss its budget.
On Tuesday, the commission wi...
06-13-09: Library Books
June 12th, 2009
The following books are available from the Tucumcari Public Library. For more information call 461-0295.FictionWicked Prey by John Sandford. The Minneapolis detective Lucas Dave...
Role models out there who teens can look up to
June 12th, 2009
Whenever possible, we like to recognize graduates of Tucumcari High School and tell a little about their accomplishments. We need to let our new graduates know how far they can go in life should th...
06-13-09: Calendar
June 12th, 2009
Today: 9 a.m. Field trip to the old Catholic churches in Gallegos and Bueyeros. Leave from the Tucumcari Historical Museum, 416 S. Adams St. Bring your own lunch. Non-members $10 per person,...
Portales seniors to play in North-South all-star baseball series
June 11th, 2009
Five Portales seniors get their last chance to shine this weekend when they take the field at the North/South All-Star baseball series, scheduled for Friday and Saturday at Socorro High School....
Press Release: State confirms third human plague case from Santa Fe Co...
June 10th, 2009
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health confirmed today a third case of bubonic plague in Santa Fe County so far this year. A 56-year-old man was hospitalized and is back home recoveri...
4-Hers compete in county elimination contest
June 9th, 2009
Quay County 4-Hers recently competed in their County Elimination Contests at the Quay County Fairgrounds. The 4-Hers spend hours studying and preparing for the contests. The novices and junio...
06-10-09: Calendar
June 9th, 2009
Today: Noon, Tucumcari Kiwanis Club, Pow Wow Restaurant, 801 W. Rt. 66 Blvd. Call 461-3715.Today: 2:00 p.m., regular meeting, Quay County Tourism Council, Chamber of Commerce Office, 40...
06-10-09: Police Blotter
June 9th, 2009
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.Fridayl At 11:23 a.m....
Will your TV go dark on DTV-day?
June 9th, 2009
Beginning Saturday all televisions in the United States are to transition to digital television marking the end of analog television.
Starting Friday at midnight television stations wi...
Arch Hurley files protest against Turner Enterprises water request
June 9th, 2009
The Arch Hurley Conservancy District has filed a protest with the Interstate Stream Commission against a request for the diversion of water in Colfax County by Turner Enterprises, Inc., a private c...
City wrestles with budget deficit
June 9th, 2009
Tucumcari Mayor Antonio Apodaca asked city staff Monday to come with several options to lower a proposed 15 percent increase in water rates.
Senior citizens, those on a fix...
06-09-09: Fishing Report
June 9th, 2009
This fishing report from June 9 has been generated from the best information available from officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after the report is compiled may differ, however, as s...
Take time to be still, hear the small voice
June 9th, 2009
Be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth. Psalm 46:10 And he said, Go forth, and stand upon the mo...
Press Release: State sets guidelines for small wind turbine installati...
June 9th, 2009
Guidelines and procedures pertaining to permitting and inspection requirements for TWTS, or Tower-Mounted Small Wind Terbuines Systems, have been approved by the Commission for New Mexico's Regulat...
Clovis to host state rodeo finals
June 8th, 2009
High school rodeo contestants will be converging on Clovis this week for the New Mexico High School Rodeo Finals.
The events are scheduled Wednesday through Sunday at the Curry County Specia...
Sports Notes: NMAA approves new alignment, NMSU to get bucks to play B...
June 6th, 2009
NMAA approves new alignment for sports classificationsBy QCS StaffThe New Mexico Activities Association's Board of Directors approved the Alignment and Classification for 2010-2011 thro...
Tucumcari Elementary School honors
June 6th, 2009
The following students made the fourth 9-weeks Honor Roll at Tucumcari Elementary School.Fifth GradeAll As Francine GalvanAs and BsAndreas AnayaAshle...
She's earned speaking privileges at 40th anniversary of grand opening
June 6th, 2009
The farther we get over the hill, the more strange experiences we seem to have.
I was asked to give a brief history of Tucumcari Historical Research Institute and wondered why someone...
Nominations sought for cowboy gathering's heritage award
June 6th, 2009
The annual Cowboy Gathering is looking forward to honoring those who carry on traditions.
The Nara Visa Cowboy Gathering is taking nominations for the Buck Ramsey Heritage Award...
Notable Notes: Commodity volunteers recognized
June 6th, 2009
The Food Bank Of Eastern New Mexico hosted its first annual luncheon and information sharing in Clovis.
At the May 29 event, volunteers that staff the USDA/TEFAP Commodity...
Summer reading program begins June 15
June 6th, 2009
The Tucumcari Public Library’s 2009 Summer Reading Program, “Be creative @ Your Library,” begins June 15.Registration will be from 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Howe...
Cochan to return for Stars on the Water event June 13
June 6th, 2009
Logan has set its second Stars on the Water for June 13.
The event will feature three entertainment segments. It is a fundraiser for the Friends of Ute Lake State Park. The...
Museum set for field trip to historic churches
June 6th, 2009
The Tucumcari Historical Research Institute is hosting a field trip for its membership on June 13 to the historic Catholic churches in Gallegos and Bueyeros.
Cars will leave at 9 a.m....
Suspect pleads not guilt in Redwood Lodge shooting
June 6th, 2009
Robert W. Wynashe, 66, pled not guilty on Thursday to charges stemming from shooting another man in the back of the neck in the parking lot of the Redwood Lodge in Tucumcari on Monday.
06-06-09: Police Blotter
June 5th, 2009
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.Tuesdayl At 8:26 a.m....
Farwell cowgirl among nation's best barrel racers
June 5th, 2009
CLOVIS – Of the dozens of competitors on the first night of the annual
Pioneer Days Rodeo, one resident of Farwell was sure sitting pretty
after taking a risk over a year ago. Cassie Moseley,...
Five chosen for all-star squad
June 5th, 2009
Five area schools have representation for the South squad in this weekend’s North-South All-Star 1A-2A baseball game.
The senior-only event starts 5 p.m. today at Socorro High School a...
Threes not company
June 3rd, 2009
Clovis High Athletic Director Brian Stacy has long argued against keeping Clovis in a three-team district while the rest of Class 5A competes in four- and five-team fields. For the next five years,...
Tucumcari man shot in neck
June 3rd, 2009
A
Tucumcari man is charged with a shooting another man in the back of the
neck in the parking lot of the Redwood Lodge in Tucumcari on Monday.
Howard Russell King, the victim, was transporte...
Old Testament festivals remind of us God's continuing gift of salvatio...
June 3rd, 2009
Much of what Israel did in the Old Testament was symbolic of life in the Christian era and eternity (Hebrews 8: 5; 9: 23; 10: 1). One example of that is the annual feasts of Passover, Pentecost (al...
Petty Recording Studio to be featured on public televison
June 3rd, 2009
Clovis and the Norman Petty Recording Studio are the focus of a The New Mexico Music Commission documentary set to air Thursday on PBS stations across the state.
Nancy Laflin, director...
NMAA may change sports classes
June 3rd, 2009
Area schools, like those across the state, may be affected by a New Mexico Activities Association proposal to split 1A schools into two classes for fall and winter sports.
If the...
Birthdays, weddings and military training completed
June 3rd, 2009
Turning two...Payson Ray Nials will turn 2 years old on Saturday. Payson is the son of Dustin and Relissa Nials. He's the grandson of Robin and Aleta Smith and Ray and Jo Ann Nials. His big s...
06-03-09: Calendar
June 3rd, 2009
Today: 10 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m., Story time for all children ages 2 1/2 to 5 years of age, Tucumcari Public Library, 602. Second St. Call 461-0295.Today: ...
06-03-09: Police Blotter
June 3rd, 2009
The following is a sample of calls received during the last few days by the central dispatch office for Quay County, based at the Tucumcari Police Department.FridaylAt 8:56 a.m.,...
Mesalands dean's list and president's citation honorees
June 3rd, 2009
The following are Mesalands Community College’s recipients of the 2008-2009 President's Citation and those who made the Dean's List for spring 2009. President’s citati...
Afternoon storms could produce hail
June 2nd, 2009
Numerous showers and thunderstorms will continue developing across the Eastern Plains, including Tucumcari, through 6 p.m., according to a 3:57 p.m. short-term forecast from the National Weather Se...
Press Release: RENEW 09 conference set for June 23-24 in Tucumcari
June 2nd, 2009
RENEW 09: Empowering the Land Conference and Expo, on June 23 -24 in Tucumcari, will highlight and feature many new and exciting developments in renewable energy.
Designed as a “nuts a...
05-26-09: Fishing Report
June 1st, 2009
This fishing report from May 26 has been generated from the best information available from officers and anglers. Conditions encountered after the report is compiled may differ, however, as s...
Saturday is free fishing day, no license required
June 1st, 2009
Whether you’re an old hand at fishing or if you feel like testing the waters for the first time, Saturday is the perfect time to get out and make a cast or two at lakes and streams acro...
