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New tax proposed for back up of 911 system
August 30th, 2006
Tucumcari City Manager Richard Primrose proposed a sales tax increase in Quay County to cover the costs of radio back up system for the county’s consolidate dispatch, or 911 system, at Tuesday’s...
Baby can you drive my cars
August 30th, 2006
In several weeks vintage auto enthusiasts may want to take a look in the parking lot at the Blue Swallow motel. Five Austins 7s from England are scheduled to make a stop on Sept. 10 as they make the j...
Meslands puts together its new strategic plan
August 30th, 2006
Mesalands Community College keeps no secrets about how it accomplishes its goals and continues to grow and progress in its rural setting. It’s all done by establishing strategic plans that put in p...
Mary A. Dominguez
August 30th, 2006
Mary A. Dominguez
Services: 10 a.m. Friday at St. Anne’s Catholic Church,
Mary A. Dominguez, 81, died Sunday, Aug. 27, 2006 in Yuma, Ariz., following an extended illness.
She was born Aug. 26...
08-30-2006: Police Blotter
August 30th, 2006
The following is a sample of calls received by the central dispatch office for Quay County at the Tucumcari police headquarters, during the last few days. According to reports:
Saturday
l At 1...
Business venture makes downtown its base
August 30th, 2006
Main Street entrepreneur and interior designer Ruth Nelson is going back to the future.
Nelson bought the Jennings Furniture store on Main Street, between 2nd and 3rd streets, and renamed it Pajarit...
Good fruit comes from good soil
August 30th, 2006
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23
During my morning walks I pause to ch...
Time coming to enter state fair queen contest
August 30th, 2006
The Eastern New Mexico State Fair Queen contest will be Sept. 30 in Roswell. The application deadline is Sept. 26. The one-day queen contest will challenge the contestants in horsemanship, appearance,...
Forest Service holds firewood sale
August 29th, 2006
The Kiowa National Grassland is offering personal use firewood permits for sale beginning Friday. A designated firewood cutting area has been established along the rim of Mills Canyon near Roy.
Tr...
Soldier ready to re-enlist
August 29th, 2006
CLOVIS — Clovis Police Detective Roman Romero said he plans to renew his reserve contract with the Marine Corps in coming weeks even though it could mean being sent to Iraq.
The Clovis native said a...
08-30-2006: Calendar
August 29th, 2006
Today: 9 a.m., special meeting of the Arch Hurley Conservancy to discuss hiring of an interim district manger and appointment of a board member in Precinct #2, 101 E. High Street. For more information...
Lady Rattlers defeat Logan
August 29th, 2006
The Tucumcari Lady Rattlers fought back from a 2-0 deficit to win against the Logan Longhorns Saturday night in the Snake Pit.
“We did good to come back from 2-0,” Tucumcari coach Kaylene Davis...
Spotlight: A look at the San Jon varsity
August 29th, 2006
Coach: Tonya Davis
Education: Eastern New Mexico University, 1993. Bachelor’s degree in elementary and special education and aminor in health/physical education.
Years Coaching:
New general manager for Arch Hurley?
August 29th, 2006
A decision about the new intermin general manager of the The Arch Hurley Conservancy District could be made today at 9 a.m. at a special meeting of the district’s board of directors.
Included on th...
Country's sprawl is BANANAs
August 26th, 2006
It looks like the prices of homes are finally collapsing. Could that be a blessing for the nation? An end to the continuing suburban sprawl? A return to the American Dream?
Here in Tucumcari we've b...
Animal wordplay
August 26th, 2006
Since my (pig’s) ear was chewed off when I mistakenly referred to a sow as “he” last week, I will clear up some animal terminology. Not only does it show I admit mistakes, but it also means I ca...
Humor from both sides of the desk
August 26th, 2006
Although I have been away from the classroom for many years, I still tend to become a little excited when school begins because some of the best years of my life were spent on one side of the desk or...
08-26-2006
August 26th, 2006
Calendar
Saturday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., exhibit of entries in the Fourth Annual Tucumcari Arts Festival, Tucumcari Convention Center. Admission is free.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., exhibit of entries i...
Pep rally revs up Rattler spirit
August 26th, 2006
Students and athletes rallied under the Rattler banner on Thursday afternoon in anticipation of kicking off the 2006 sports season on Friday night.
The Rattler teams were introduced and welcomed by o...
Dance camp starts Aug. 28
August 26th, 2006
Dance camp coming to city next week
There will be an All Star Dance Camp Extreme from Monday through Thursday in Tucumcari. Boys and girls are welcome from age 4 through the 5th grader. Program includ...
Grant to bring digital broadcasting to the rural areas
August 26th, 2006
Eastern New Mexico University has been awarded a $629,898 grant from the USDA to bring digital broadcasting to the rural areas of eastern New Mexico, according to a press release from Sen. Pete Domeni...
08-26-2006: Police Blotter
August 26th, 2006
The following is a sample of calls received by the Tucumcari police during the last few days. According to reports
Wednesday
l At 12:56 a.m., a female reported a possible prowler walking around her h...
Spraying to eradicate salt cedars
August 26th, 2006
By Chelle Delaney
A spraying program to kill salt cedars on land along 160 miles of the Canadian River in New Mexico and Texas is hoped to help the flow of water into Lake Meredith, said officials of...
08-23-2006: Police Blotter
August 23rd, 2006
The Following is a sample of calls received by the Tucumcari police during the last few days. According to the reports:
Friday
• At 11:58 a.m., officers served a warrant on Eighth Street. A female...
Maintaining a good conscience
August 23rd, 2006
The word describing baptism in 1 Peter 3: 21 is most often translated pledge, response, or answer, but actually the translation should be plea, request, or appeal.
Still, when we appeal to God for...
The fair's many pictures
August 19th, 2006
A county fair means one thing. Crouching down into an immobile ball for several hours beside the pig pens.
No, I was not hiding from the cops. Nor was I attempting to steal a corncob from an unsuspec...
08-19-2006: Police Blotter
August 19th, 2006
The following is a sample of calls received by the Tucumcari police during the last few days. According to the reports:
Tuesday
At 10:52 a.m., a female reported a domestic disturbance...
08-19-2006: Calendar
August 19th, 2006
Today: Quay County Fair, Quay County Fairgrounds.
Monday: 5 p.m., special work session for facilities planning of the Tucumcari Public Schools Board of Education in the Administrative Conference Room...
Rexel F. Sparks
August 19th, 2006
Rexel F. Sparks
Services: At 10 a.m. today at Pine River Valley Baptist Church, 11942 Hwy. 172, Ignacio, Colo., followed by a reception for family and friends. Burial services will be at 10 a....
Picture worth a thousand words
August 19th, 2006
Now that the slave has finally finished writing about the Rattler Reunion, she has decided I could write the column this week while she takes a long nap. Although she seems to enjoy that gathering, I...
No one injured in house fire
August 16th, 2006
A fire destroyed a manufactured home on South Monroe Street early Tuesday afternoon.
No one was injured in the blaze that was thought to have started in one side of the home, where a bath and bedroo...
MainStreet initiative building support
August 16th, 2006
Business owners express interest
in the state MainStreet program
About 25 business owners and city officials met Tuesday morning to foster the beginning of what is hoped will become Tucumcari’s new...
Clovis soldier laid to rest
August 16th, 2006
Solemnly they stood, forming a tableau that stretched from a corner in Clovis to Melrose to Fort Sumner.
“We are here to support the family of the fallen soldier,” said Byron Cross, near a Clovis...
Senator Bingaman in Tucumcari today
August 16th, 2006
Bingaman to discuss renewable energy prospects
U.S. Sen. Jeff Bingaman (D-N.M.) will be in Tucumcari today to meet with local officials.
Bingaman visits Tucumcari at 2:30 p.m. today to participat...
Hunting for licenses on Internet postponed to Thursday
August 16th, 2006
Hunters hunt for licenses crashes Internet site
A proposed sale of hunting licenses on the Internet was canceled by the The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish, according to a statement released...
Odeon Theater added to Culutural Register
August 16th, 2006
Tucumcari’s Odeon Theater, built in 1936, is one of six theaters that were placed on Friday on the State Register of Cultural Properties, said John W. Murphey, state and national register coordinat...
08-16-2006: Calendar
August 16th, 2006
Today: Noon, Altrusa business meeting, including Card Party Planning and distribution of Yearbook, Pow Wow restaurant.
Today: 7 p.m., Southwest Quay Soil Conservation District, reg...
08-16-2006: Police Blotter
August 16th, 2006
The following is a sample of calls received by the Tucumcari police during the last few days, according to reports:
Saturday
At 12:30 a.m., a female reported an unwanted subject at her...
Animal Control officer shoots pit bull
August 16th, 2006
A pit bull was shot on Saturday morning by a Tucumcari animal control officer after the dog tried to attack him, Police Chief Larry Ham said.
Animal Control Officer Mike Martinez came into contact wi...
08-16-2006:Tuck's Turf
August 16th, 2006
It was a great weekend for the Elks Cerebral Palsy Scramble. Forty-nine players players helped the Elks CP to donate $500 to this worthwhile cause.
Results of the 2006 Elks Cerebral Palsy Scrambl...
Spotlight on Rattlers Volleyball Team
August 16th, 2006
A look at the Tucumcari varsity volleyball team:
Coach: Kaylene Davis
Education: Eastern New Mexico University, 1996 Master’s degree in secondary education and administration.
Yea...
Rattlers have successful scrimmage
August 12th, 2006
You could hear the hit from the sidelines as the helmet and pads collided.
There was silence from the sidelines for only a moment. Then came the loud cheers from the players and the coaches as Casey...
Agency drills focus on a mock bus attack
August 12th, 2006
On Wednesday, a 46-passenger bus exploded in Coronado Park on Camino del Coronado.
The explosion was caused by a 6-pound package of explosives that could have easily fit into a backpack and detonate...
New truck plaza - Flying J -coming to Tucumcari
August 12th, 2006
By Chelle Delaney
Quay County
The City Commission agreed on Thursday to rezone a section of Mountain Road at Highway 54, so that the Flying J, Inc. could develop a truck plaza on the property.
John M...
Board dismisses district manager of Arch Hurley Consevancy District
August 9th, 2006
The board of the Arch Hurley Conservancy District agreed Tuesday to dismiss district manager Wayne Cunningham in a closed executive session.
None of the board members offered an explanation for the a...
Rattlers kick off football practice
August 9th, 2006
Tucumcari football coach Dub Smith laid down the rules and outlined expectations Monday during the team’s first day of practice.
Smith told the players how important it was for them to have the rig...
Tucumcari schools review AYP ratings
August 9th, 2006
Tucumcari Municipal Schools principals and acting superintendent Aaron McKinney are reviewing the district’s Annual Yearly Progress (AYP) report from the New Mexico Public Education Department and...
Soldier from Clovis loses life in Iraq
August 9th, 2006
Leroy “J.R.” Segura Jr. had already earned a Purple Heart when he returned to Iraq for a second tour of duty in July.
Returning to the war-ravaged country just six months after his first tour was...
Sandra Hendren Cordova
August 9th, 2006
Sandra Hendren Cordova
Services: 10 a.m. today a Mass will be celebrated at St. Anne’s Catholic Church, Tucumcari.
Sandra Hendren Cordova, 58, died Friday, Aug. 4, 2006, in Bremerton, Wash....
You betcha
August 9th, 2006
Whenever I hear someone say, “You betcha,” I can’t help chuckling because it brings to mind a TV commercial I can identify with.
This guy’s reading the paper when his knockout wife appears i...
08-09-2006: Tuck's Turf
August 9th, 2006
oy what a good start for August. Great weather and great, great, golf.
Upcoming events
The annual Elks Scramble for Cerebral Palsy is scheduled for Saturday. Lunch begins at noon, the Scramble...
08-09-2006: Police Blotter
August 9th, 2006
The following is a sample of calls received by the Tucumcari police during the last few days. According to the reports:
Saturday
At 4:38 p.m., a female reported a domestic disturbance at a...
08- 9-2006: Calendar
August 9th, 2006
Today: 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tucumcari Public Library, Zoo to You. For information, call 461-0295.
Thursday: 1 p.m. San Jon Board of Education, special meeting to discuss pending litigation,...
Fair is fast approaching
August 5th, 2006
Grass Green fair books are out in businesses around town or available in the Extension Office. The county fair will be August 15 – 19, 2006. Pick up a fair book and make plans to enter your creation...
City seeks to finance revamping pool
August 5th, 2006
City officials and planners have been working to get the city pool repaired and back in swimming order for almost three years.
Now, it looks as if progress is being made.
Last week, city official...
Back hoe cuts off phone service in town
August 5th, 2006
For some, it was an eerie calm.
For others, it was a frustration and a natural cause of concern.
It was Wednesday, the day when nearly all of the town’s phone lines went dead, including the area...
Man thought to be electrocuted
August 5th, 2006
By QCS
The body of a Tucumcari man was found about 1 p.m. Friday near an old packing plant on East 10th Street.
Police said Mitch Coomes, 38, was probably electrocuted. His body was found near a power...
Isabel H. Valverde
August 5th, 2006
Isabel H. Valverde
Services: Visitation from 12:30 p.m.-1 p.m. today, immediately followed by a memorial mass at Santuario de San Martin de Porres Catholic Church, 8301 Camino San Martin, S.W.,...
8-05-2006 Calendaar
August 5th, 2006
Monday: Tucumcari Public Schools Board of Education, Summer Retreat Meeting, 8 a.m., Holiday Inn, East Tucumcari Boulevard.
Monday: Rural Area Development, Water User COOP, monthly meeting,...
Notable Notes
August 5th, 2006
Police set to employ saturation patrols
The Tucumcari Police Department will be conducting saturation patrols from now through Aug. 31 from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. During this time, officers will...
8-05-2006 Police Blotter
August 5th, 2006
The Following is a sample of calls received by the Tucumcari police during the last few days. According to the reports:
Tuesday
At 9:03 p.m., a male reported a male subject with a knife on R...
These rainbows double your pleasure
August 5th, 2006
It was in Ireland, quite a few years ago, when, on my grandfather's farm in County Tipperary, I saw a rainbow. It was an emotional moment. A good omen.
Why, after all, as Irish legend has it, seeing...
Rattlers relive memories
August 5th, 2006
When this column appears today, let’s hope some of the returning Rattlers will join in the sharing of memories of our school days as they are getting ready to attend the banquet. This is one of the...
Camaraderie drives Rattlers to scramble
August 5th, 2006
Rattlers from classes past came together to play golf for the annual Rattler Reunion Scramble at Tucumcari’s Municipal Golf Course beginning on Friday and continuing today.
“I really enjoy the ann...
Turk's Turf
August 5th, 2006
Yes, it’s still summer, but it’s not too early to begin thinking about winter projects. So, duuring the winter we will be discussing a couple of important items for all.
Some of the subjects up...
Tucumcari's schools don't make AYP grade
August 2nd, 2006
The failure of Tucumcari's Middle School to make a passing grade on its Adequate Yearly Progress, or AYP, report from the New Mexico Public Education Department has led to a no-pass grade for the Tuc...
House calls its 2006 football season off
August 2nd, 2006
The 2006-2006 football season at House has been canceled, said Art Brokenbek, superintendent of House Municipal Schools.
“It’s simply a matter of us not having a coach," Brokenbek said. "We are s...
Rattlers will begin practice Aug. 7
August 2nd, 2006
The Tucumcari Rattlers will have their first football training session at 7:30 a.m. Monday, said Coach Dub Smith.
“The boys know what we expect of them," Smith said. "They know we run a good hard p...
Aug. 2 - Police Blotter
August 2nd, 2006
The following is a sample of calls received by the Tucumcari Police during the last few days. According to reports:
Saturday
At 9:43 a.m., two jet skis collided on an area lake. A fema...
Robert Woods
August 2nd, 2006
Robert Woods
Services: Have been held.
Robert “Bob” Woods, 76, of Amarillo died Friday July 28, 2006 in Amarillo.
Mr. Woods was born March 18, 1930.
Mr. Woods enjoyed the outdoors, camp...
Community Notes
August 2nd, 2006
Zoo To You will be here for you
The Zoo To You Van will be coming to the Tucumcari Public Library.
The Zoo To You is a program from the Rio Grande Zoo that is free of charge, thanks to Phelps...
Hitting the AYP mark will get harder each year
August 2nd, 2006
Hitting the AYP mark will get harder each year
By QCS Staff
Out of the 800 public schools in the state, 46 percent made Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) and 54 percent did not make AYP in 2006, accordi...
Agricultural Science Center examines drought resistant forage
August 2nd, 2006
A growing dairy industry in the Southern High Plains and the Rio Grande and Pecos River valleys brings with it increased demands for forage crops that provide feed for dairy cattle.
But drought condi...
