Hobby shop owner takes model planes to new heights
SORTALES New Mexico, 2000 Keith Thomas runs The Cockpit Hobby Shop in SORTALES and builds large scale model planes, radio control cars, and kits. He shows an 18 foot wing span Piper J 3 Cub, discusses competitions in precision and scale aerobatics, and aims to inspire both youth and retirees through hands on flying and education. Intertwined with his business philosophy, he emphasizes community involvement and keeping kids away from gangs.
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Local man held on arson charge after northeast Amarillo fire
A 70-year-old Amarillo man was taken into custody after reportedly admitting to starting a mobile home fire at 137 Mobilehomestead Drive. Firefighters fought the blaze with the home heavily damaged and two burns reported. neighbor Dennis Ivy pulled the man from the burning residence. The suspect, later booked at Poor County Detention Center on arson charges, was treated for minor burns. The fire was the second at the address within a month.
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Poor County
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Opportunities and challenges for Indian women seeking jobs
Phoenix AP report outlines how 200 American Indian women at the Connecting Your Circle conference seek to move from welfare to work as gaming growth and off-reservation jobs expand options. Speakers warn of a dark side to gaming and stress need for financial skills while sharing practical steps to start businesses, balance culture, and advance education.
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Rally backs El Paso police chief amid probe
More than 130 community leaders and police officers rallied for police chief Carlos Leon, who faces an administrative investigation by city attorneys started in mid April over accusations from George De Angelis. Leon denies the charges as supporters held signs praising his leadership.
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Conservationists warn on safety of aerial coyote shooting program
In Reno Nevada a coalition of environmental groups argues USDA Wildlife Services aerial gunning of coyotes and other predators endangers human pilots and civilians. They cite 19 crashes, seven deaths since 1996, and 26 injuries, urging Congress to curb funding while farm groups cite livestock losses and defend the program.
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Firefighters praise save as two Colorado wildfires lag in containment
In Pine Junction Colorado helicopters dropped water on scattered smoke as calmer weather brought two wildfires toward containment. The Bobcat Gulch fire burned 10600 acres and 22 structures about 50 miles NW of Denver, 80 percent contained. The Hil Meadow fire damaged 42 structures and burned nearly 10800 acres about 35 miles SW of Denver, 90 percent contained. About 1600 firefighters battled both fires as crews built lines and erosion barriers. containment hoped for Bobcat Gulch by morning and Hil Meadow by Wednesday. Residents left thank you signs. one couple missed by reporters in fire retardant gear. Fire crews planned measures to prevent runoff and flooding with residents to discuss erosion barriers.
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Internet scams lure victims with home payroll promises
A San Francisco Examiner KTVU-TV investigation shows scammers recruit via private emails and cyberspace ads offering at home medical billing jobs. Victims like Pamela Brown paid fees for materials that never arrived, highlighting a shift from flyers to online ploys.
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Carlos Molina
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