Eight qualify for state wrestling tourney
Eight wrestlers advance to the state tournament after strong showings at the regional round. Notables include top seeds from local schools and several underclassmen earning first state berths amid close matches and decisive pins. The event sets up a high-stakes bracket with regional rivals seeking good seeding.
Weather Outlook With Cold Start Through Week
The forecast shows today’s high of 43 and low of 13 with a cold start. Thursday should reach 41 with a low around 14, followed by a milder 50 for Friday and a low near 26.
Contact details for senior writer Ron Warnick
Senior writer Ron Warnick can be reached at 575 461 1952 or rwarnick gcsunonline.com for further inquiries and article submissions.
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Two Charged in Fatal Dog Attack in Tucumcari
Mary Olimpia Montoya and her son Kristopher Jaquar Morris appeared in magistrate court after being charged with involuntary manslaughter and a dangerous dog death. The February 1 attack killed Stanley Hartt near Mesalands Community College. Both faced warrants, were jailed, and public defenders were appointed.
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Kristopher Jaquaris Morris
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Stanley Hartt
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Morris
Noreen Hendrickson
Hendrickson
Timothy Rose
Tucumcari City Accepts State Grant for Pool Repairs
Tucumcari officials approved a 216803 state grant to repair the municipal pool closed since 2019. City manager Paula Chacon aims to reopen by summer after bidding. If costs exceed the grant, additional funding will be sought. some urge considering a new indoor pool long term.
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Christopher Arias
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Mesalands Trustees Approve Insolvency Plan Amid Cash Crunch
The Mesalands Community College board, without President Gregg Busch, approved an insolvency plan that cuts pay for higher earners and trims programs while seeking 4.7 million dollars in emergency state funding to cover the end of the fiscal year. The action came after a closed session as officials disclosed they can cover only one more payroll period.
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Quay County Assessor Janie Hoffman to resign June 30
Quay County Assessor Janie Hoffman announced during a closed session that she will resign effective June 30 after 14 years in the post. She plans to help transition to owning Western Plains Title, stating a conflict of interest if she remains. Replacement duties will be advertised with a goal to appoint someone by late March.
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Janie Hoffman
Hoffman
Quay County Commissioners
Western Plains Title
Daniel Zamora
Michelle Lujan Grisham
Daniel C. Trigg
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