Local law enforcement drills active shooter preparedness after incidents
Quay County Sheriff Russell Shafer says officers routinely prepare for the worst as Orlando mass shooting suspect Omar Mateen and a Texas Amarillo hostage incident shape their mindset. Interagency response aided by New Mexico State Police followed a Tucumcari call about a gunman at a store near I 27. Mohammad Moghaddan, 45, was slain by officers and two hostages were rescued.
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Summer heat across the area prompts tips and receipts drive
Readers are invited to share heat beating ideas and photos while shopping. Tucumcari Elementary seeks Lowe's receipts to fund Save and take receipts to the South A office on South Ninth Street. Commemorative Johnson quote included.
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Poll on Logan bear danger prompts relocation rules
Voters weighed bear risks in a Logan residential area with 22 percent fearing danger to people and 60 percent urging capture and relocation. Expert input is requested to form clear relocation rules for future incidents.
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Missionaries aid Tucumcari residents as volunteers
Two Mormon missionaries Ryan Arave and Calvin Preisler live in Tucumcari for a two year mission. They help the community with tasks from mowing lawns to event support and museum work at the Tucumcari Historical Museum during Rawhide Days. The pair emphasize serving others without expectation of payment and view residents as family.
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Watershed plan eyed for Ute Lake Reservoir conservation
Officials outline the Ute Lake Reservoir Watershed Based Plan with private consultant Mark Murphy emphasizing early education of children and public outreach. The plan involves CRRRP and multiple districts and agencies to improve water quality, enable EPA funding, and reduce runoff and pollutants from grazing and wildlife.
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