Washington legends and Presidents Day myths explored
Karl Terry recalls how Washington is portrayed in legends from the cherry tree tale to wooden teeth myths. He notes the holiday’s naming and marketing shifts and questions long standing beliefs about the nation’s first president.
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Couple's rugged Wyoming spirit echoed in frontier tale
Baxter Black reflects on hardworking ranchers and pioneers who thrive on struggle. A California bride joins a Wyoming couple raising stock and animals, embodying grit, self-reliance, and community spirit. He likens their effort to NASA astronaut preparations and imagines an enduring rural vision for Wyoming.
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Editorial and letters policy note from Quay County Sun
The page states that editorials reflect the paper and Freedom Communications opinions while unsigned. Letters to the editor must be topic-relevant, typed, double spaced, under 300 words, signed with city and daytime phone for verification, and may be edited. Unsigned letters or those to third parties will not be published.
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Guest column contact notice for editor David Stevens
Local item invites writers to submit guest columns. Contact Editor David Stevens by phone at 575-799-7022 or by email via the provided link.
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Quay County Sun Mission Statement Note
The Quay County Sun coalesces around a faith grounded liberty message declaring freedom from government as grounded in God and aligned with the Ten Commandments the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence. The publisher and editor emphasize self control and personal responsibility as key to human development.
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Patience Needed With Iran Green Movement Outlook
Our Views notes that Iran’s Green Movement, sparked by the 2009 presidential vote, shows deep societal rifts and protest persistence. The regime preemptively neutralized marches with arrests, internet shutdowns, and security deployment, signaling no imminent overthrow but lasting pressure for potential reforms.
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New Mexico Senators and Representative Contact Details
New Mexico lawmakers Sen Jeff Bingaman with Washington and toll free numbers and a web site, Sen Tom Udall with Washington and Albuquerque numbers, and Rep Ben Lujan with Washington and New Mexico contact numbers and a web site. The record lists offices and numbers for these officials.
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