Murky Water Triggers Health Fears In Local Community
Residents report water quality concerns after weeks of murky supply. Parents describe rashes and itching following showers, with others noting rusty spots and mildew-like surface film. Community members urge tests as infants and immune-compromised individuals fear exposure.
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Paintball assault near Gallup ends with pursuit
Marcos Sanchez of Gallup reported a paintball attack on December 19 near Quaking Aspen campsite. He said two southbound trucks passed with open windows and a paintball hit his windshield after he heard a popping noise. He chased the truck toward McGaffey Lake and found three males inside.
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Marcos Sanchez
McKinley County Sheriff's Office
Merlin Benally
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Charges against Navajo Delegate Young Jeff Tom Dismissed
Window Rock District Judge Carol Perry dismissed the theft of discretionary funds charge against Navajo Nation Council Delegate Young Jeff Tom as defective. Tom, one of 77 delegates charged in October, spoke outside the courtroom thanking supporters including his aunt Louise Nez. He wished veterans abroad a safe return and a good New Year.
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Window Rock
Navajo Nation Council
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Carol Perry
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City Hall leak report on agenda for council meeting
Gallup City Council will hear presentations on the children's and main libraries and the reroofing project at City Hall plus a presentation by Presbyterian Medical Services. The regular meeting agenda includes these items after a rain caused roof leaks about 10 days ago.
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Grants district touts Bluewater as AYP success
Grants-Cibola County School District highlights Bluewater Elementary as the only district school to meet the states Adequate Yearly Progress for five years. Superintendent Kilino Marquez credits faculty staff students and parents and notes Blue Ribbon honor in 2009. He criticizes state expectations and explains AYP criteria while acknowledging margin for error across schools.
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Grants-Cibola County
Bluewater
Kilino Marquez
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Gwen Heinsohn
Brent Cooper
Bluewater Elementary School
Veronica Garcia
Navajo Nation Council approves 60 day travel deduction moratorium
Controller Mark Grant reports a 60 day halt on payroll deductions for delinquent travel advances to reassess balances after delegates raised concerns about accuracy and IRS settlement compliance. Reconciliation will involve P Card and Travel Office reviews, targeting clear balances within about two months.
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Window Rock
Mark Grant
Navajo Nation Council
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