Robotics team places sixth at world competition
The robotics team finished sixth at the world competition with competitors from multiple nations watching. Team members showcased their autonomous and manual control challenges, earning praise for strategy and teamwork.
Contact details for senior writer Ron Warnick
Senior writer Ron Warnick can be reached at 575 461 1952 or rwarnick gcsunonline.com for byline or story inquiries.
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Tucumcari Eyes 2.50 Hour Raises for Police Officers
City commissioners weigh 2.50 an hour raises for police staff citing past budget penalties and understaffing with seven of 14 officer positions filled. Acting Chief Rivera notes overtime and fentanyl abuse strain the department as officials study fiscal impacts before budgeting.
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Pete Rivera
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Neon Paint Night fundraiser sells out in Tucumcari
About 20 participants learned to paint a neon light effect at the Tucumcari Railroad Museum during Neon Paint Night. Emily Priddy led the session with snacks and sparkling wine poured by Connie Loveland. The event supported Tucumcari Talking Tour and sold out in under 24 hours with a fall repeat planned.
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Natasha Martinez
David Mardo
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Mesalands Receives 700 000 Grant to Start Nursing Program
Mesalands Community College announced a 700000 grant from the New Mexico Higher Education Department to launch its nursing program. A 500000 one time portion will fund materials for an education center while 200000 annually covers salaries. Final accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission is pending after an on site visit in fall.
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Tucumcari Board Approves Dress-Code Revisions
Tucumcari school board approved revised dress-code rules for tops and bottoms for the 2022 23 year and set a work session in August to discuss tattoos and hair styles. The panel backed limits on body piercings leggings with outer garments and shredded jeans with coverage rules while delaying hair and tattoo policy decisions.
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Aaron McKinney
Dave Johnson
Jerry Lopez
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