New Mexico Racing Commission weighs license reopening
The New Mexico Racing Commission will discuss reopening the last racing license application at its April 25 meeting after a Court of Appeals ruling March 21 upholding the license revocation from La Mesa Racing in Raton. The panel will watch for a possible appeal by La Mesa developer Michael Moldenhauer within 30 days, per director Vince Mares.
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Heated Portales water meeting over $500 million Ute Pipeline
A Portales meeting on the Ute Water Pipeline Project erupted in a heated debate as residents opposed to the plan pressed officials from the Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority. Police attended to manage disruptions while opponents urged a halt to the April 22 start, proposing alternatives. ENMWUA announced it will proceed with building the intake at Ute Reservoir and begin first phase pumping to Curry and Roosevelt counties.
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Route 66 traveler supports Tucumcari students fundraiser
Retired Michigan resident Mel Townsend and his wife Charlotte stopped in Tucumcari on Route 66 for a spaghetti fundraiser supporting the THS Class of 2016. Townsend praised Norman Petty Studio memories of Buddy Holly and urged support for small towns along the historic route. Local organizers Veronica Marez and volunteers worked since 1 p.m. to host visitors and raise funds for students.
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Tucumcari Poll Shows Support For Racino Vote
Last week's poll asks if residents favor bringing a racino to Tucumcari and Quay County. Yes 84 percent No 7 percent No opinion 9 percent from 55 votes. The new poll asks which Hollywood remake should be next, with voting at gcsmonline.com.
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