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Archive For July 2008
07-3-08: Fishing Report
July 30th, 2008
This 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, lake and we...
Rattler football camp starts Monday
July 30th, 2008
Rattler football camp starts MondayA three-day Rattler football camp for all students in 7th through 12th grade will begin Monday, said head football Coach Daniel Hutchins.Registration...
Rattler reunion events set to start Thursday
July 30th, 2008
All events take place at the Tucumcari Convention Center, 1500 W. Route 66 Blvd., unless otherwise noted.Thursday l 6 p.m. – 9 p.m., Rattler Mixer - Del’s delicious pl...
07-30-08: Police Blotter
July 30th, 2008
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. Saturday...
FTC puts a stop to 'vishing' scam
July 30th, 2008
Friday night residents in Northeast New Mexico started getting phone messages seeking personal banking and other information, but by Saturday morning the Federal Trade Commission had taken control...
Tucumcari gunshot victim in intensive care
July 30th, 2008
A 19-year-old Tucumcari man shot Monday night is in intensive care in an Amarillo hospital.
Nikko Nathan, 19, was shot about 8 p.m. Monday, Tucumcari Police Chief Roger Hatcher said.
Chavez named Coach of the Year
July 28th, 2008
Portales High School teacher and coach Ruth Chavez has some new hardware to go along with the four state volleyball championships she helped her Lady Rams win.
Earlier this month, Chav...
Gunshot wounds Tucumcari man
July 28th, 2008
A 19-year-old Tucumcari man was shot about 8 p.m. Monday, Tucumcari Police Chief Roger Hatcher said.Nikko Nathan is the man who was shot, Hatcher said.
Nathan was taken to Dan C....
Accident claims lives of three Logan men
July 26th, 2008
An accident near Endee early Saturday morning claimed the lives of three men from Logan.Killed in the single-vehicle accident were Trent Barber, 26, Trever Mitchell, 23, and Travis Robe...
Birthdays
July 26th, 2008
Three’s a charm ...Adriana Hernandez, who was born in Tucumcari, celebrated her third birthday on July 19, with a princess party with family and friends. Andriana’s mo...
07-26-08: Police Blotter
July 26th, 2008
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.TuesdayAt 12:48...
Coronado Park says it has the numbers
July 26th, 2008
About $250,000 was spent on economic research and feasibility studies, said Don Chalmers, the majority owner of Coronado Partners, LLC, which wants to build the proposed Coronado Park Race Tr...
Prosecution of Burleson case turned over to 2nd Judicial District
July 24th, 2008
The state’s case against Los Lunas fight promoter James Burleson — accused of killing Tucumcari’s Jason Pacheco on Feb. 1, 2007 — has been turned over to the 2nd Judic...
Preliminary agenda set for today's meeting of N.M. Racing Commission
July 24th, 2008
The following is the preliminary agenda for the public hearing by the New Mexico Racing Commission today at the Tucumcari Convention Center.5:15p.m.-5:30p.m. &nbs...
Logan School and Community reunion set for this weekend
July 23rd, 2008
QCS staffThe Logan School and Community Reunion will be Saturday and Sunday. All graduates and members of the community are invited to attend. Honored guests are those who g...
07-23-08: Police Blotter
July 23rd, 2008
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. According to reports: ...
Opportunities to minister can arise when lease expected
July 23rd, 2008
For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and sharper than any twoedged sword, piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit, and of the joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the th...
07-23-08: Calendar
July 23rd, 2008
Today: 10 a.m., regular meeting, Tucumcari/Quay County Regional Emergency Communications Board, City Hall, 215 E. Center St.Today: Noon, Tucumcari Kiwanis Club, Pow Wow Restaurant, 801...
July 1965
July 23rd, 2008
Conchas Lake flowed over the spillway for the first time in three years ... 98 acre feet of water ran into the lake in a 24-hour period. ... The Tucumcari Chamber of Commerce announced that t...
Ten questions about Tucumcari's bid for racetrack, casino
July 23rd, 2008
By Chelle DelaneyQuay County Sun 1. What are Racing Commission members looking for in Thursday’s presentation? From any applicant, we are looking for the type of support loc...
07-19-08: Library books
July 19th, 2008
The following books are available from the Tucumcari Public Library. For more information, call 461-0295.FictionNothing To Lose by Lee Child. Jack Reacher exposes the secret...
Simple steps help avoid mosquitos
July 19th, 2008
Recent rains have been a blessing to our parched land but have left a buzzing nuisance in the air. That buzz is being heard, seen and felt with the increase in humidity and moisture. No...
Region should support racino
July 19th, 2008
The New Mexico Racing Commission visits Tucumcari on Thursday where it will hear investors’ proposal for building a racetrack and casino at the edge of town.
We encourage area re...
Racino unhealthy for body, spirit
July 19th, 2008
I’m opposed to the racetrack/casino being promoted by the Greater Tucumcari Economic Development Corp., the City Council and Quay County commissioners, who apparently view the racino as a reg...
Despite fewer teams, competitive spirit still strong
July 19th, 2008
Recently, some of us were talking about the basketball teams of the past and the great fun we had during the County and District Tournaments in the days when we had many teams in our Quay County.
07-19-08: Police Blotter
July 19th, 2008
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. According to reports: ...
Latham pleads no contest in Throckmorton shooting
July 19th, 2008
A Tucumcari man on Friday was sentenced to 12 years in prison for the April 24, 2007, shooting death of Tiffany Throckmorton.
Phillip J. Latham Jr., 26, pleaded no contest to second-de...
Judge's order limiting CRP land riles farmers
July 16th, 2008
WASHINGTON — Eastern New Mexico farmers may be out thousands of dollars after a federal judge issued a temporary injunction to halt cattle grazing on federally protected land on their propert...
07-16-08: Police Blotter
July 16th, 2008
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. According to reports:
Building to be named in honor of Terry Turner
July 16th, 2008
The Quay County Commission agreed Monday to name the building at 216 E. Center St. in honor of the late Terry Turner.
Turner, 60, who served as Quay County manager, died Aug. 30, 20...
City is getting ready to make its bid for 'racino'
July 16th, 2008
About 120 citizens turned out Monday evening to learn how they could help investors and the Quay County Gaming Authority make their case before the state’s Racing Commission.
Cor...
Out of the mouth of babes
July 16th, 2008
The phrase, “Out of the mouths of babes,” now generally refers to times when youthful innocence blurts out some truth, usually at a most inopportune time. I wonder if God doesn’t...
Family Dollar set to re-open Thursday
July 14th, 2008
After a year's hiatus, the Family Dollar store will re-open at 9 a.m. Thursday, store officials said.The store at Third and Main streets closed in July 2007 after sustaining dam...
Letting your garden soak in the rains
July 12th, 2008
Thanks for the RAIN! Our thirsty earth has received a much-needed, refreshing soak. As dry as it is, any amount of rain is a blessing. Here are some suggestions on keeping your garden looking it&r...
Forrest reunion brings chance to relive youth
July 12th, 2008
In 1859, Oliver Wendell Holmes wrote the occasional poem called “The Boys” as a tribute to the Harvard graduates attending their 30th class reunion.“Has there any old...
Ute Lake State Park to host first Prairie Days Festival
July 12th, 2008
Dubbed the short grass and tall tales festival, the inaugural Ute Lake Prairie Days Festival will be on July 19-20 at Ute Lake State park.“This event will highlight the rich cultural an...
07-12-08: Calendar
July 12th, 2008
Today: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Tucumcari’s Car, Motorcycle, Kids Bikes and Box car Show, Wailes Park, Date Street and E. Tucumcari Boulevard. Entry fees: Car $10, call 403-6775; Motorcycle $10, call...
07-12-08: Police Blotter
July 12th, 2008
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. According to reports:
Raton makes its pitch to land track, casino
July 12th, 2008
Tucumcari will get its chance on July 24 to convince the state’s Racing Commission that it’s the best candidate for a race track and casino in the city.On Thursday, Raton told its...
City and Ute Lake Ranch need to draw up new water agreement
July 12th, 2008
A 2005 lease agreement for water between the city of Tucumcari and the developers of the Ute Lake Ranch is not recognized by state’s Interstate Stream Commission, said city manager John Sut...
Heavy rains cause road closure
July 9th, 2008
Heavy rains have closed a section of State Road 252 about two miles north of House, according a resident in the House area."There's a draw north of House and the road is blocked," said...
Arrest made in connection with slaying in Portales
July 9th, 2008
PORTALES – A 46-year-old Portales man has been arrested in connection with the Monday stabbing death of a 69-year-old man.Police are citing robbery as a motive for the slaying of Don Ch...
07-09-08: Police Blotter
July 9th, 2008
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. According to reports:
Cause of house fire unknown
July 9th, 2008
The cause of a house fire over the July 4th weekend has been turned over for investigation to the Tucumcari Police Department, said Tucumcari Fire Chief Mike Cherry.
The fire was repor...
Mesalands to start on $1.5 million project
July 9th, 2008
Mesalands Community College has requested and received $1.5 million from the state’s Higher Education Department for the construction of classrooms and offices.
The funds c...
A litte trust in the Lord goes a long way for movie
July 9th, 2008
Trust in the Lord, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed. Delight thyself also in the Lord: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. Commit thy way un...
West Nile virus found in mosquitoes in Las Cruces
July 4th, 2008
The New Mexico Department of Health recommends people protect themselves against mosquito bites and from exposure to rodents while enjoying the outdoors this summer.
The Departme...
Illegal activity blamed for death of two wolves
July 4th, 2008
Nine Mexican wolves have died in the wild since the beginning of 2008. Foul play was responsible for three of the deaths, according to a release from the the U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service.
Garden check list for July
July 4th, 2008
It’s time to evaluate the volume of water delivered from lawn sprinklers to ensure healthy, stress-free grass during the heat of the summer. One thorough watering which...
07-05-08: Library Books
July 4th, 2008
The following books are available from the Tucumcari Public Library. For more information, call 461-0295.FictionBlood Noir by Laurell Hamilton. The vampire hunter Ani...
Rattlers are looking forward to all-class reunion
July 4th, 2008
The arrival of the Rattler Reunion newspaper is always an exciting event because it reminds us of the great fun we had at last year’s gathering and let’s us know that the next gat...
07-05-08: Calendar
July 4th, 2008
Today: 10 a.m., Parade and craft fair, downtown Logan.Today: 4 p.m., Free Bean Feed, Ute Lake State Park, Logan.Today: Dark, Fireworks Display, Windy Point, Ute Lake State Park, Logan.
Police Blotter: 07-05-08
July 4th, 2008
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. According to reports: &nbs...
Alyssa's arrived
July 4th, 2008
Alyssa Zariah Roybal was born Jan. 1, 2008 in Clovis. she weighed 5 lbs, 15 oz. Her parents are Larry Roybal, Jr. and Myraima Baeza of Portales. Her grandparents are Lucinda and Larry Roybal, Sr. a...
San Jon entrepreneurs find opportunities at farmer's market
July 2nd, 2008
For Kelly Boney and Tyra Davis of San Jon, selling ground beef, lamb and goat aside homemade lip balm and soap at Clovis’ farmers’ market is more than an odd combination. It’s a n...
Last season in classroom for Dub Smith
July 2nd, 2008
Former Rattler footfall coach Dub Smith resigned Monday from his teaching duties at Tucumcari Middle School.
“I have taught for 42 years and now I’m going to start a new ca...
E. coli found in drinking water at Glenrio visitor center
July 2nd, 2008
All water was turned off at 8 p.m. on Sunday at the state’s new Glenrio Welcome Center when E. coli was found in the water, a Department of Transportation spokeswoman said.
07-02-08: Fishing Report
July 2nd, 2008
This 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, lake...
Freedom something to be shared among nations
July 2nd, 2008
I grew up during the Cold War – a period of tremendous international distrust and fear of eminent world war. Even in remote parts of the Amazonian jungle in eastern Peru, where I lived...
Second lion caught in Pinos Altos, snare catches bear in same area
July 2nd, 2008
The state's Department of Game and Fish and U.S.D.A. Wildlife Services captured and killed a second mountain lion Tuesday morning resulting from the search for the lion that killed a Pinos Al...
07-02-08: Police blotter
July 2nd, 2008
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. According to reports: ...
