Gallup murder case hearing postponed over media access
Jonah Jeter, 17, of Fontana Calif is charged with first degree murder in the stabbing death of Oliver Yazzie 30 of Gallup at the Pilot Travel Center Jamestown area. Held without bond at Gallup McKinley Juvenile Detention Center the hearing was postponed to December 17 after a defense request to close the proceeding citing sensational nature. DA Jim Bierly opposed the request.
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Exposure suspected death in Gallup identified man found
A snow covered body of an unidentified Native American man, estimated age 55 to 60, was found Tuesday morning in a vacant lot near Aztec Avenue and Patton by a passer-by who did not report the discovery. The incident is treated as an exposure death awaiting determination.
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Surprise witness appears at Isaac Lee murder trial
In Gallup the Isaac Lee trial proceeds in 11th Judicial District Court over the Oct. 10, 2009 murder of Tyrone White. Lee, 23, faces first degree murder and conspiracy charges as jurors were seated after peremptory challenges. Kevin and Casey Jim earlier received second degree murder convictions.
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New Mexico Culinary Treasures Highlight Gallup Eateries
The New Mexico Tourism Department spotlights Gallup and the state with 75 restaurants on its Culinary Treasures Trail. Earl's Family Restaurant El Rancho Hotel Virgie's Restaurant and Lounge are featured for their local flavor and culture.
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Gallup Council OKs six task force recommendations
Gallup City Council accepted six task force recommendations from senior centers veterans issues utilities golf course and other panels. The senior centers task force led by Councilor Mike Enfield debated keeping two centers or merging them at Canyaort and North Side sites. The utilities group led by Councilor E Bryan Wall urged better use of wastewater effluent and stormwater storage while improving annexation fee collection and infrastructure. Mayor Harry Mendoza heads the major facilities task force which flagged concerns over city facilities.
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