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NEWS Gallup Film Fest brings stars to the stage SIXTH ANNUAL FESTIVAL OFFERS MOVIES, MUSIC AND SURPRISES
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ince its inception in 2013, the Gallup Film Festival has gone from a small event with just three films to an annual celebration with upward of 60 movies screened across three days. Knifewing Segura, the head of Knifewing Productions and director of the Gallup Film Festival, said the growth of the festival has been remarkable. “I think it’s been constantly growing,” he said in a Sept. 5 phone interview. “People love the idea of the festival growing.” Segura said part of the festival’s strategy was to watch how other film festivals grew and then figure out how to take those procedures and apply them in Gallup. The steps the Gallup festival has taken have paid off in the past three years, as the GFF has begun to draw the interest of filmmakers and prominent actors in the movie industry. “Competition is going to get tougher, but it will bring out the best of the best,” Segura said about the growing number of entrants. The appeal of the Gallup Film Festival has reached international filmmakers in India, Russia, and beyond, who want to get involved with various aspects of the festival. But despite the growing interest from abroad, Segura also aims to appeal to local filmmakers, sharing the creative spark of people from this area with the rest of the world. “[There are] stories about Gallup that need to get on out there,” he said. “I’m excited
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LEXINGTON HOTEL Residents wonder what the future will bring
Actor Wes Studi of Last of the Mohicans fame kicks off the opening on premiere night Sept. 13 at the Downtown Conference Center, 204 W. Coal Ave. Photo Credit: Courtesy
Comedian Marc Yaffee makes a special appearance at the GFF Comedy Night Fundraiser held at Downtown Conference Center, 204 W. Coal Ave., Sept. 10 at 6:30 pm; $10 at the door. Photo Credit: Courtesy
for what it’s going to do in the Gallup area.” In addition to screenings of over 40 films from a dozen countries, the headline of the 2018 Gallup Film Festival is
the opportunity to have Wes Studi attend the festival. “And he’s pretty excited about the festival.” I n a dd it ion t o S t ud i , renowned comedian Marc
screening at the festival. He said the public’s reception to GFF news has been positive. The increase in audience interest has led the Gallup Film
the special guest appearance by actor and musician Wes Studi, who has appeared in over 80 television and film productions including Dances with Wolves, The Last of the Mohicans, Heat, Avatar and most recently, Hostiles. “Everyone involved is really excited,” Segura said about
Yaffee will also make a special appearance at the festival. The Native American writer, comedian and actor will be featured Sept. 10 at the Comedy Night Fundraiser held at the Downtown Conference Center at 6:30 pm. Segura spoke about setting up meetings with directors for
Festival to move from the Gallup Downtown Conference Center to the El Morro Theatre, and then to the El Morro Event Center and the Gallup Cultural Center. “Movies are growing, so the building [spaces] are growing,” Segura said. The presence of features like Mankiller, Defending the Fire
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and My Amish World, as well as the many features by other filmmakers impressed Segura with their ability to talk about a variety of subjects in new and remarkable ways, he said. “I’m really impressed with a lot of them,” he said. “Some movies tell an incredible story.” Segura emphasized the importance of the festival’s location in Gallup, a town of both cultural and historical significance. He said he hopes the people and locations will spur both new and veteran filmmakers to continue producing and presenting their best work. “You can’t get a better place than Gallup,” he said. The festival is held Sept. 13 through 15, with tickets available at the Gallup Downtown Conference Center, 204 W. Coal Ave. The Q&A and Meet and Greet with Wes Studi takes place Sept. 13 at the Conference Center for $25.
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WEEKLY POLICE ACTIVITY REPORTS The chip thief is still on the lam
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New Mexico governor candidate holds rally in Gallup By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent
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he Gallup Downtown Conference Center hosted an eager crowd on Aug. 31 as part of the statewide bus tour for Democratic New Mexico governor candidate Michelle Lujan Grisham. Lu jan Grisham and her running mate, Howie Morales, spent nine days touring New Mexico, holding a number of public events that ranged from meet-and-greets to meals. Alray Nelson, the Native American outreach director for Lujan Grisham’s campaign, spoke to the crowd about the need to move on from failed, ineffective leadership. “We need someone to bring us together, fight for families, break down walls,” he said to the room. The event in Gallup drew in an array of government figures who gave their endorsements to Lujan Grisham and Mor a le s. T he se i ncluded Kristina Bogardus, one of five women running for different seats on the Court of Appeals,
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New Mexico Sen. John Pinto, D-Tohatchi, members of the Zuni council, and others. Several people spoke on behalf of Lu jan Grisham’s efforts. Al Henderson Henderson, a member of the Diné Chamber of Commerce and part-time teacher at Diné College, said businesses and community plans are at their forefront.
“We’ve had the opportunity to work closely with local chapters,” he said to the crowd. “They’ve had plans that are good to make a reality.” Henderson said obtaining the funds to work on these projects is difficult, as the people behind such projects have no collateral. He cited the dual taxation of the state and Navajo sales tax as a reason why only one percent of Navajos are
self-employed; he said they aim to grow that private sector through collaborations. “We’re all in this together, to state, local, county government,” Henderson said. Karen Bedonie The owner of Oops A Daisy Floral, a Navajo-owned business in Window Rock, Ariz., said business owners like herself came to the rally because they are being afflicted and must be proactive. “Economics is a big mystery on the Navajo Nation,” Bedonie said. “The realization of how hard it is [to operate a business] didn’t hit me until I started to struggle.” Bedonie said she began to trace where her business money goes and found that for
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every dollar she receives, 35 cents go to up to eight different taxes; 27 cents to utilities; 20 cents to rent; and 17 cents go to commercial health insurance. In the end, Bedonie was left with one cent toward everything else that must be done. She said business owners need help, and they are looking to
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Bidding farewell to life inside the Lexington Hotel the group’s mission of getting clients back on their feet, preparing them for achieving their goals, and showing them they are not condemned to the problems brought on by homelessness, drug abuse or mental illness.
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John “JB” Harris sits in this room in Lexington Hotel Aug. 29 for an oxygen treatment. Harris has emphysema, which requires him to keep tanks of oxygen on hand. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent
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ommunity A rea Resource Enterprise, Inc., known as Care 66, announced Aug. 16, the seemingly imminent closure of the cash-strapped Lexington Hotel Sept. 30. CARE 66, a nonprofit organization whose mission primarily focuses on creating opportunities to end homelessness, has operated the Lexington Hotel at 405 Route 66 in Gallup since 2009. In an Aug. 16 blog post, CARE 66 stated they ran out of funds and “will regroup and figure out how to address issues
like poverty, affordable housing and jobs in the community.” According to CARE 66’s blog, it costs $500,000 to provide case management, connect people to jobs and benefits, and get them into homes. Their revenues, however, were less than $80,000 per year. “It’s not easy to move and find a house, especially if you have no money,” Sanjay Choudhrie, the executive director of CARE 66, said to a room of residents on Aug. 29. “[It’s] hard to find friends and community, which makes a house a home.” Since taking the executive director role in Feb. 2005, Choudhrie reinforced
Some of the residents of the Lexington Hotel agreed to speak with the Gallup Sun and share how the closing of the hotel will impact them. Many will be left with no place to stay and few future prospects. Air Force veteran John “JB” Harris said he has no idea what he is going to do if the hotel is forced to close. “I never thought I’d have to
move again,” he said in an Aug. 29 group interview. “I feel like I got tossed under the bus here.” Harris said he was being cared for by the United States D epa r t ment of Vet er a n s Affairs, but it got to a point where he felt they dropped the ball and left him behind. Ending up without a home, Harris arrived at the Lexington Hotel and has spent five years there. He said his time living at the Hotel has helped him on his path of recovering from drugs and alcohol. Brian J. Hoskie, a Navy veteran, said the month-and-a-half timespan given to residents on Aug. 16 does not allow enough time for them find new places to stay. “If they could give us some reassurance, I need to get
resources together,” he said. “Expenses are high. [They should] give us a year to figure things out.” One source, who wished to remain anonymous, said they will probably be out on the streets if the hotel closes. Lexington Hotel resident Rebecca Gantar also had the thought of becoming homeless. Because of waiting lists, costs and limited income, Gantar said it’s difficult to pay rent and find other living spaces. “I was glad to get a place over here,” she said. “Wherever I go, they want more money.” Gantar added that additional homeless people are housed at the Lexington Hotel
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CARE 66 Executive Director Sanjay Choudhrie addresses Roger Abeita and eight other residents gathered in the lobby of the Lexington Hotel in Gallup Aug. 29. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo
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I N DOW ROCK , Ariz. – Joined by his supporters in the capital of the Navajo Nation, presidential candidate Jonathan Nez officially announced Navajo businessman Myron Lizer as his vice-presidential running mate for the 2018 Navajo Nation general election on Sept. 4. “A fter careful thought, prayer, and a thorough vetting process I have selected Myron Lizer to join the Nez ticket as my running mate,” Nez said. “He brings over 28 years of business management and experience working for Fortune 500 companies and has worked tirelessly at building an economy here on Dinétah. Mr. Lizer offers a wealth of ideas on how to improve our government and provide business opportunities for the benefit of all Navajo people.” Lizer’s family is originally
from a sma l l com mu n it y known as Coalmine, located just northeast of Tse Bonito, New Mexico. He is Numunu (Comanche Nation) and born for Tó’áhani. Lizer has served the Navajo Nation for years, founding the Window Rock chapter of the U.S. Junior Chamber of Commerce, providing financial literacy training to entrepreneurs, and is the president of the Navajo Westerners Ace Hardware Stores and Lumber Yards. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in business administration from Fort Lewis College, and before returning home, he was employed by the Southern Ute Indian Tribe as an accountant for the Southern Ute Growth Fund. Lizer and his wife Dottie reside in Window Rock and have three children, Dwayne, Kevin and Hallie. “From the start, this campaign has been about building unity among our Diné people
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New Mexicans granted access to more than 50,000 acres Staff Reports
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L BUQU ERQU E – At tor ney Genera l He c t or B a ld e r a s announced a major court victory on behalf of millions of New Mexicans Sept. 4, granting public access to thousands of acres of lands in Northern New Mexico, near White Peak, much of which had previously been blocked off by a landowner. “Access to and use of our state’s public lands is a crucial part of the cultural heritage of New Mexicans,” Balderas said. “New Mexicans have hunted, fished, camped and spent time on our public lands near White Peak for more than a century. Judge Backus’s decision reaffirms the right of every New Mexican to enjoy the natural beauty of our state.” The land in question was about 50,000 acres in Northern Mora and Colfax Counties. A wealthy, private landowner NEWS
sued to block hunters and other members of the public from traveling on historic roads across his property to reach state lands. The landowner threatened to deprive New Mexicans of the use of their public lands and to take away the public’s shared cultural and natural inheritance. The AG intervened in the case to protect public interest, and filed counterclaims to forever protect access to treasured state trust lands around White Peak. At trial, the AG’s office demonstrated the public nature of a network of 11 roads covering more than 70 miles in distance. Judge Backus agreed with the Attorney General’s Office that all 11 roads are public and may not be blocked by the landowner. The Judge’s ruling is an important victory for the people of New Mexico. Gallup Sun • Friday September 7, 2018
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LEXINGTON HOTEL | FROM PAGE 6 in the winter months. She said the efforts of the Hotel and CARE 66 have contributed to her 17 years of sobriety. Another resident, who gave the name Herb, said the eviction would result in loss of sobriety and cleanup efforts. “People will be going back to bad habits,” he said. “They need this place really bad. [It is] a sanctuary for them.” One resident named Charles agreed it’s sad the building is closing, because people do need help.
“There ain’t a no safer place than here,” he said. “People are great.”
A HOME OF THEIR OWN T he r e s id e nt s of t he Lexington Hotel have spent the past several years forming a community of their own. Hoskie said, like a family, the residents sometimes argue over small details. Gantar recounted how they spent one Thanksgiving feeding everyone at the hotel. “All these people I’ve been getting along with, they’re good,” said a resident named
Robert. Roger Abeita, a Lexington Hotel resident for over one year, said he feels the hotel and its residents have been overlooked and disregarded by many people, including the City of Gallup and the Navajo Nation, both of which he feels could step in and help keep the building open, a sentiment shared by other residents. “People here think we’re a bunch of alcoholics, and we’re not,” he said. “What kind of an opinion is that? We’re people.” When asked about the possibility of becoming involved with the Lexington Hotel, Gallup City Manager Maryann
Ustick said the city is aware of the situation and trying to find options even if there is no immediate solution. “It would take close to a year to put a funding package together,” she said in a Sept. 4 phone interview. “But lots of issues and challenges mean there is no quick solution. It can’t be done in a short period of time.” L ex i n g t on Hot el re sidents and Choudhrie both
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Brian J. Hoskie sits at the desk in his room at the Lexington Hotel. Hoskie, a Navy veteran and longest Hotel resident, has lived here Hotel for 11 years. He has personalized his room over the years and even has a mini fridge where he keeps his insulin to manage his Type II diabetes. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo
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mentioned a new potential buyer has entered the picture, with negotiations underway when the group interview was conducted. Apparently, a deal could be finalized by the end of September, but there were no other details given on the matter. “Someone needs to light a fire under these people to get the deal to happen,” Harris said.
9/4, Tse Bonito Apparently, getting thrown out of a moving vehicle is not that big a thing to a Klagetoh, Ariz. man who refused to tell McKinley County Sheriff’s Office deputies who tossed him onto the street. MCSO Deputy Ja smine Jaramillo said she was dispatched to the Giant Gas Station at Tse Bonito about 8 am on Sept. 4, where she met a middle-aged man. Medical personnel were treating the man, who had blood on his face. Jaramillo reported that the victim was highly intoxicated but lucid enough to tell her who threw him out of the car. “Yes, it was my friend but I will take care of it,” he told her. According to the victim, the car was going about 25 miles per hour when he was pushed out of the passenger side by his friend. After this brief outline of the incident, the man reportedly refused to answer any more questions and was taken to a nearby hospital, where it was found he had a broken nose, a right eye fracture, a sore back and neck, and cuts on the back of his head. According to the report, Jaramillo said without a name of the driver or any witnesses to the crime, there was nothing else she could do.
OH, CHIP! 9/3, Thoreau What is it about potato chips that make a man want to risk being caught shoplifting? On Sept. 3, MCSO deputies were dispatched to the Red
Mesa Express in Thoreau in response to a report of someone stealing three bags of potato chips valued at $5.07. Clerks at the store said a skinny Native American man entered the store about 5 pm and went straight to the potato chips. He reportedly grabbed three bags and walked out without paying. After leaving the store, he went east toward the Navajo Hou si n g Aut hor it y com plex. There are currently no suspects.
NO JUMPING 8/30, Gallup An employee of A-1 Towing reported to MCSO deputies that he was attacked by dog on Aug. 30, when he was jumpstarting a car in the Crestview area. The victim said the dog attacked his right calf and then his other leg; the man showed deputies puncture wounds on both of his legs. The police report said the wounds were deep and bleeding. The dog was located and was left tied up as the case was turned over to animal control.
ON WHEELS 8/20, Gamerco MCSO deputies are investigating a report of wheels and tires stolen from a residence in Gamerco on Aug. 20. A man reported that the tires were stolen from a 1967 Chev y Suburban that was parked on his property. Deputies on the scene confirmed that four wheels and tires were missing from the vehicle. An examination of the road around the vehicle showed no footprints. According to the report, there are no suspects. NEWS
WEEKLY DWI REPORT Staff Reports Ryan Morgan Sept. 1, 12:15 am 4th DWI, Refusal McKinley C o u n t y Sher iff ’s Of f ice Sg t. T a m m y Houghtaling reported that she was dispatched to about the 3-mile marker on U.S. Highway 491, near M&R Trading, in reference to a vehicle accident in which one of the drivers was suspected of intoxication. When she arrived at the scene, Houghtaling was told the driver had been seen walking toward the Navajo Shopping Center on Chino Loop. She was able to locate him and took him into custody. The man, identified as Ryan Morgan, 36, of Standing Rock, said he did not know what was going on where the accident occurred. He admitted he was in the car and took off walking when the accident happened, but claimed he was not driving it at the time. Morgan was asked if he was wearing a seatbelt, to which he replied yes. He was then asked how he was wearing it, and he said he clipped it on his right hip. He said he had been hitchhiking and was picked up near King Dragon. By this time, deputies had learned that the vehicle Morgan had been in was traveling west on Juniper Ridge and failed to yield when it went into Hwy 491, crashing into another car. Police were also able to find another occupant who had been in the vehicle. Although the car was registered in this man’s name, he said he was a bad driver and thus had not been driving. Houghtaling reported that the man showed signs of intoxication. When she spoke again with Morgan, he said he had been drinking and had been on his way home when the accident occurred. Witnesses from the other vehicle said they saw a man who was dressed like Morgan get out of the vehicle from the driver’s side. Since it was raining, Morgan was taken back to the Sheriff’s NEWS
Office for field sobriety tests, but once they arrived, he refused to take them, saying he had done nothing wrong. Morgan also refused to take a breath alcohol test, so a search warrant was obtained to take a blood alcohol sample. According to the report, Morgan had three other DWI convictions. He was also cited for failure to yield and leaving the scene of an accident. Orlando Benally Sept. 1, 9:01 pm 5th DWI M C S O Sgt. Tammy Houghtaling said she r e ceive d a warning from Zuni Dispatch about a drunk ma n on a motorcycle. She found the motorcycle driving north at the 26-mile marker of State Highway 602. According to the report, Houghtaling noticed the driver had difficulty staying in his lane. She conducted a traffic stop and Orlando Benally, 42, of Gallup, almost lost control of his cycle. As Houghtaling approached the motorcycle, she discovered that the registration had expired in 2017, and Benally showed signs of intoxication. He agreed to take a field sobriety test and failed. Benally then agreed to take a portable breath test and posted a sample of .117. According to the report, when asked who could come and pick up his cycle, Benally said he knew no one and it could be left on the side of the road. He was told this was not allowed and agreed to have it towed. At this point, Houghtaling reported that Benally became angry. He told her she should have allowed him to go on his way since he was almost home and she had better things to do. Houghtaling reportedly responded that one of her jobs was to check on calls like this. She took Benally back to the Sheriff’s Office and asked him to take a breath alcohol test, which he refused, saying he already did one by the roadside. When Benally was told Houghtaling would then have to get a search
warrant for a blood test, he agreed and posted two samples of .08. Benanlly had four other arrests for DWI. Manuel Chavez Sept. 1, 3:49 am DWI M C S O D e p u t y James Garylle reported that he was on reg u la r patrol near the South China Loop by Gamerco, when he noticed a vehicle without a light on its registration plate. He conducted a traffic stop because the driver appeared to be driving as if he was lost. Manuel Chavez, 23, of Gallup, showed signs of intoxication, so he was asked to take a field sobriety test. According to the report, he agreed and failed, so he was arrested for DWI. Later, he agreed to do a breath alcohol test and posted samples of .13 and .12.
Krystal Cachini Aug. 31, 4:17 pm Aggravated DWI M C S O Deputy Salina Brown said she was on DWI patrol, when she saw a vehicle traveling in the opposite lane of State Highway 602 at a high rate of speed. She turned around as conducted a traffic stop at about the 15-mile marker. Brown spoke with the driver, Krystal Cachini, 25, of Zuni, and asked her why she was in a hurry. Cachini said they wanted to beat traffic. She showed signs of intoxication and admitted she had been drinking about three hours earlier. She agreed to take a field sobriety test, and when she failed, Cachini was arrested for DWI. She was also charged with speeding and, because there were children in her vehicle, she was charged for child abuse, too. She later agreed to take a breath alcohol test and posted samples of .18 and .17. Rodger Lee Jr. Aug. 31, 3:15 pm
2nd DWI, Aggravated M C S O Deputy Eric Jim said he was traveling on U.S. Highway 491, when he was notified of a red Ford Focus that had pulled out of the parking lot of Sagebrush Liquors on State Highway 264 and almost ran head-on into another vehicle. Jim reported that he located the vehicle as it turned into Navajo Estates, and he conducted a traffic stop. When he approached the driver of the vehicle, Rodger Lee Jr., 39, of Iyanbito, Jim noticed signs of intoxication. Lee admitted to drinking two beers and agreed to take a field sobriety test, but he appeared to fall asleep in the middle of it. Lee was arrested for DWI and transported back to the Sheriff’s Office, where he agreed to take a breath alcohol test. According to the report, when Jim turned his back, Lee placed his head against the wall and seemed to pass out. He was transported to jail. The passengers in Lee’s vehicle were taken to detox.
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Eight confirmed dead in I-40 horror crash Staff Reports
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HOR E AU – New Mexico State Police repor t ed mu lt iple fatalities and injuries as a result of a collision between a semi-truck and a Greyhound bus heading to L os A ngeles a rou nd noon Aug. 30, nea r mile-ma rker 50, on I nt er st at e 40 nea r Thoreau. New Mexico State Police conf ir med eight fata lities from the bus that was ca r r y ing about 48 pa ssenger s Au g. 31. T he d r iver of the sem i-tr uck sus tained non-life-threatening injuries. As of Sept. 4, the Office of the Medical Investigator had identified all eight victims who died in the crash. The seven relea sed na mes a r e E m m e t t S t o k e r, 6 6 ; Raymon Michael A lbrecht, 27; Sadie Thomas, 50; Charla B a h e , 3 4 ; Te r r y M a s o n , 45; Lu i s A lv a rez , 49; a nd Veronica Jean Williams 49. OM I deter m i ned t hat
a l l eig ht i nd iv idua l s d ied from accidental blunt force trauma. According to a University of New Mex ico Hea lt h Sciences Center tweet, UNM Hospitals was treating six patients as of Sept. 5, after discharging several patients in the preceding days. Photos of the scene showed t he bu s h av i ng ex t en sive d a m a ge t o t he front end, while the trailer was on its side with the front por t ion tot a l ly de st royed and its contents spilling out into the road. People who went by the scene a nd posted rema rks on socia l med ia sa id it appeared the truck crossed the median and hit the bus head on. Accord i ng to a New Mexico State Police tweet, “Preliminary crash information indicates a semi-tractor-trailer traveling on I- 40 EB (ea stbound) had a tire blowout a nd cros sed i nto oncoming WB (westbound) t r a f f ic , c ol l id i n g w it h a
Greyhound bus.” One witness said he saw people tr ying to get out of the windows because it was impossible to do so through the front door due to damage to the front of the bus. A nother post said the people on the bus were being helped by other people that arrived on the scene shortly after the collision. “ The ages, genders, and seat position of t he v ict i m s w i l l not be rele a s ed u nt i l a l l proper not i f ic a t io n s a r e m a de ,” NMSP P ubl ic I n for mation O f f ic e r R ay W i l s o n s a id i n a pres s relea se. “St ate Police Commercial Vehicle En forcement Bu reau of f icers a re conducting a n investigation and inspection of the semi-truck.” T h e N a t i o n a l T ra n spor t at ion Sa fet y Boa rd a r r ived later on scene to conduct an investigation along with the New Mexico State Police Crash Reconstruction Unit, Wilson added.
Job Vacancy Announcement Maintenance Technician Gallup Housing Authority Person will perform a variety of maintenance and repair functions to housing units, such as: painting, taping and texturing walls, repair or replacement of sinks, toilet bowls, showers, tubs, �xtures, doors, screen doors, windows, electrical lights, water heaters, and appliances. Duties also include grounds maintenance. Person must be able to comprehend the Work Order System currently utilized by the GHA; to determine material requirements, tools, and equipment needed to perform the work; to work on site with minimal supervision; and to perform all other duties as assigned by supervisors. Person must be to read, write and complete required reports. Person will have to perform heavy liing; loading and unloading of service vehicle. Job involves climbing, crawling, bending and reaching. Current driver’s license required. Must pass background check if job offer is made. Medical physical may be required aer job offer is made. Applications may be picked up at the Main office of the Gallup Housing Authority located at 203 Debra Drive in Gallup, NM 87301; or requested by email at: GHA.main@galluphousing.com. Applicants may apply in person or submit by email the email address given above. Deadline: Open until Filled. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Aerial view of the tractor-trailer and Greyhound bus collision near Thoreau Aug. 30. Photo Credit: NMSP
Nearly 3,000 traffic citations issued during Labor Day weekend Staff Reports
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uring the Labor Day hol iday, t he New Mexico State Police participated in the Combined Accident Reduction Effort operation across all roadways within the state. The strong law enforcement presence during the initiative aimed to directly affect the driving behaviors of motorists during the holiday weekend to reduce the number of crashes and increase motorist safety. The NMSP provided an increased patrol presence during the CARE initiative on roadways throughout all State Police districts. Because of the increased traffic volume during the holiday, the NMSP conducted high-intensity traffic operations statewide on the busiest travel days of the Labor Day weekend, specifically Sept.
1-3. Operations over the holiday resulted in State Police officers issuing about 2,822 traffic citations (127 citations were for lack of seat belt usage) and arresting 44 drunk drivers state wide. Officers handled a total of 35 crashes, including one fatal accident, and made 18 arrests due to drug related crimes. The Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Bureau issued approximately 122 commercial vehicle citations and conducted over 400 commercial vehicle inspections. The safety of motorists is a top priority of the New Mexico State Police and officers will continue holiday travel operations throughout the upcoming winter season. NMSP encourages the public to drive safely and obey all laws while traveling the motorways of New Mexico. NEWS
RALLY | FROM PAGE 5 tribal government to alleviate the taxes. “The people are the most important resource,” she said. Navajo Nation Presidential Candidate Joe Shirley Jr. The former Navajo Nation president said the efforts of Lujan Grisham and Morales will help state and tribal governments obtain a more respected position on the national political scene. He said the current government administration does not give tribal groups like the Navajo Nation the attention and respect they deserve. “We have to stand together, have friends in high places,” he said to the room. “That is where Grisham and Morales come in. They are people who will fight for us.” Shirley said he appreciated the enthusiasm in the room and hoped it would translate into a large turnout at the general election in November. “Every vote counts,” he said. NM State Auditor candidate Brian Colón, D-Albuquerque Colón spoke of h is
experience tracking tax dollars through his background in finance, his law degree and his love for New Mexico. His words and energy elicited a number of laughs from the crowd. “[I’ve] never seen nominees reach out to all the communities and chapters,” he said, referring to Lujan Grisham and Morales. “[They are] out there meeting people, not just raising funds.” Colón said half of the items on the general election ticket will be related to education and a system that will serve the people in the room as well as their children. “[We will] fight for the children in this room, because they are our most important priority,” he said. N av a j o N at i o n V i c e President Jonathan Nez The Navajo Nation presidential candidate was one of the first tribal leaders to stand behind Lujan Grisham, and said he was there as part of the initiative to move forward and work together. “We need to let people know we need [Lujan Grisham],” Nez said to the room. He spoke about the importance of magnifying the candidate’s message. “We have to let the folks
know how [Lujan Grisham] has worked with grassroots people to make changes in healthcare, public safety,” he said. Sen. How ie Mora les, D-Silver City The candidate for lieutenant governor of New Mexico spoke about the impressive turnout from 33 counties in nine days. “New Mexicans are hungry for change,” he said. “People are excited for new things.” Morales said their tour will convey the message that every county, city, town and person matters to the campaign. “[We have to] get leadership where it needs to be — serving the people,” he said. Rep. M ichel le Lu ja n Grisham, D-N.M. When the candidate for governor took the stage toward the end of the rally, she told the crowd she works for them and will make sure the state government does, too. Lujan Grisham said she’d sor ted t h roug h vetera ns’ issues. Each month, she pulled anywhere from 50 to 100 cases that involved people getting access to the care they needed. “[The] state can make a difference in all of those areas, as long as the governor makes them a priority,” she said to the
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A large crowd of supporters gather at the downtown conference center in Gallup to hear Congresswoman Michelle Lujan Grisham speak as she campaigns for New Mexico governor. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo room. Lujan Grisham said the current political agenda leads to deadlocks on a number of issues, like veterans affairs, and to few opportunities for families. “[We can] create jobs by creating a vehicle and pathways, create an ecosystem,” Lujan Grisham said about plans for the state. She added that nothing would be left behind. “Governors ought to be the No. 1 advocate for their state,” she said. According to Lu ja n Grisham, the state’s assets and potential are higher than those of a number of other states, but governors must work together to utilize them. “If any state can get it right, we can,” she said to the room, urging attendees to get the message out. Rep. D. Wonda Johnson, D-Church Rock The New Mexico representative said the public is ready for a new beginning, and a 12th-generation New Mexican like Lujan Grisham is a good choice because of the time she spends helping others.
“ She u nder s t a nd s t he importance of family roots, the connection to our land, our sovereignty, generational ties that are there to this day,” Johnson said to the room. She praised the work ethic Lujan Grisham showed at the 2017 Navajo Nation Fair parade. “That’s the work ethic they will show,” Johnson said of the people the candidates meet and influence. “Be an example to the young people.” Rep. Patricia Lundstrom, D-Gallup The last speaker of the night and chair of the House Appropriations & Finance Committee for New Mexico spoke about how they have not had enough people to work with on numerous projects, and that motions involving money intended for Navajo chapters were vetoed. Despite such difficulties, Lundstrom said she will keep working. Change, she said, will happen when ineffective leaders are removed. “We need them as soon as we can get them,” she said of Lujan Grisham and Morales.
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OPINIONS Sorrow will turn into joy By Bill Emmerling Pastor-Gallup Christian Church “Truly, truly, I say to you, you will weep and lament, but the world will rejoice. You will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will turn into joy.” John 16:20 (ESV) ur congregation has recently been presented with ‘opportunities’ for sorrow, such as the death of a beloved
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member of the congregation, an accident which left a grandson with severe burns over his body, etc. While the above text was not planned to time with these events (at least not by this pastor), God’s timing brought this text when it was needed. It is not common for God to allow events to bring pain and suffering in place of things we thought were for our “good.’ If we accept what God has in mind for us, He moves in a
greater way through our sorrow and pain. Perhaps it is the death of a loved one that we struggle to get past, just as the disciples are about to experience with the death of Jesus, all their hopes and dreams dashed to the ground as he hung upon the cross. Yet the wonderful plan of God was not to be accomplished without this seed being planted in their sorrow. I n ver s e 21-2 2 , Je s u s uses one of the most vivid
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illustrations available that crosses time and culture, the pain and labor of childbirth. I recall when our first child was coming into this world, ironically on Labor Day. As a young husband and father, I was deeply troubled by the long labor, especially when near the end I watched my wife’s strength appear to ebb away, ebbing enough to cause me to wonder if I was about to lose both my wife and the child within her. Yet in one
tremendous final effort, the child came forth. My fears and concerns
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GUIDE TO THE STARS WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 10
Mars enters Aquarius on Sept. 10 and will remain there until Nov. 15. This is a fun and dynamic pairing. But the energy can become a little hectic and dysfunctional if you’re not careful. Madame G recommends you get creative, use your wits and have fun. However, be mindful of your energy and don’t put all your eggs in one basket. Make good decisions. Enjoy!
ARIES (March 21-April 19)
CANCER (June 21-July 22)
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.22)
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
What’s your life like? Maybe you’re a little on the introverted side and enjoy hiding away from humanity. Even if you head toward the more extroverted side, consider your social health. You may not have people in your life who support your growth. It’s important to test yourself and move forward. You don’t need to forget where you came from, to keep moving forward.
Don’t go crazy! It might be a legal term, but it’s not a clinical one. Labels mean different things to different people. If you’re not a lawyer or psychologist, crazy just refers to people who get mad easily, or seem a little off. So consider reigning in some of those emotions. Real adults deal with bullshit on a daily basis. But that’s OK. You’re not really crazy. You’ll be OK.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)
LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)
Do you know how much complaining is worth? That’s right—it’s zero! How about complaining to other people? That’s right! It’s worthless! So stop crying about what won’t change and what will never be, and start enjoying life right now, as it is. You think this world is nothing but an inconvenience, well nothing is less inconvenient than death. Let go! Breathe deep! Enjoy.
So you’re moving forward and you don’t know where you’re going. That’s awesome! It’s hard to make a change—you don’t always know how it will turn out. Save yourself a little anxiety and do your research. You don’t need to run into the unknown without a map. If you’re starting a business— there are resources. Whatever you’re doing, look it up and run toward your dreams!
You know the best way to someone’s heart is through their stomach. But if you want to get through to their mind, use conversation. If you want to appeal to their emotions—you must first listen. It’s easy to get to the point where you don’t want to hear what other people have to say. But that’s a very lonely place to be. Instead, reach forward and listen while you grill that steak.
Love is a beautiful thing. But you can’t get caught up in showing your loved ones that you care by buying them something. There is very little that can be shown with money. Apart from providing the very basic necessities, such as shelter, food and clothing—your loved ones need you. They don’t need something you picked up on the way from work. Think about it.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)
VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Hey, let’s have a talk. It’s not you, it’s me. Have you ever heard this line? Hopefully, not it’s garbage. There’s nothing worse than hearing a cliché come out of someone’s mouth when real feelings are involved. Remember, this says more about them than you. So whatever you’re doing, take really good care of you. You’re worth more than a tired excuse. You can do better!
Your mind is in chaos and you’re not sure why. Maybe you need to listen to your gut and think about what you want from life. Don’t just give yourself to whatever projects fall into your lap. Instead, take time out of your day to do what you should always do. Listen to your heart. Sometimes, it will break, but when you move forward, it will thank you with peace of mind.
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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Time marches on! That’s all you really need to know. One day, you will die. Madame G recommends you live the life of your dreams, now rather than later.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Your head is wrapped up in the clouds and you don’t even know it. You can see the Earth below you, but you’re not really paying attention. If you start to feel your soul leaving your body—you might have a problem. In other words, it might be time to come back to Earth. Dreaming high is great. But you still need to put in the work and get after it. GO! GO! GO!
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) You are almost there. Don’t give up on yourself. This is why you trained and why you practice. It’s all coming down to these few precious moments. Use what skills God or the Universe has provided and get back to doing what you love. Cut loose and live free. You’re more than capable.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) Slow your roll! You might be losing it. If you find that people run away when you walk up, or hide behind counters to avoid you, or shut their doors to block you out, you may need to rethink how you come across. Do you smell? If you don’t and practice proper hygiene, it might be your personality. Do you naysay others? Maybe you’re mad, pushy or needy. It might be time to stop. OPINIONS
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ditor, Never before has there been a field of eighteen (18) candidates contending for the seat of the Navajo Nation president until this election cycle 2018; a historic precedent that has been set which speaks to the leadership that is available to serve our great nation. Even more impressive is the number of women who stepped up to the challenge and took the initiative to set high standards for the Dine’ (Navajo) Nation, a matriarchal society. The biggest disappointment is the failure by both front-runners to have chosen a one as a vice-presidential running mate. Nez’s June 18 announcement of his candidacy for Nav a jo Nat ion pre sident stated his hometowns are Kayenta and Shonto, Arizona. His Phefelia Herbert-Nez was a help in his decision to toss his hat into the ring; his children’s names and clans are not cited. His other inspiration for public office were his grandparents, the elders and youth he met during his travels, notably at various concerts he attended. Nez is a well-known “metal-head”. Cur rent Vice-President Jonathan Nez chose Myron Lizer, a businessman who owns an Ace Hardware store on the reservation and is president of the Navajo Westerners Ace Hardware Stores and Lumber Yards as his running mate. Lizer’s background includes 28 years of business management and has worked for Fortune 500 companies. He was born in Ganado and raised in Ft. Defiance, Arizona. He is Numunu (Comanche Nation) and born for Tó’áhani. His family is originally from a sma l l com mu n it y k now n as Coalmine – located just northeast of Tse Bonito, New Mexico. On Lizer’s Facebook page, he has almost nothing posted as a background for referral to his political experience although he has Nez posted as his “friend” for two years on a “Friendversary Video. His Friendversary Video (since March 29, 2016) with Jonathan Nez states “Anybody know who this guy is who I’ve been friends with now for 2 Facebook Years (equivalent to 2 real years). Lol!” (about 5 months ago) On OPINIONS
his contact and basic info posting he describes himself as a “Follower of Jesus.” T r a d it io n a l l y, Na v a j o Nation presidential candidates chose their running mates from another state to increase their voter base, but Nez and Lizer are both from Arizona. Navajo elections do not have “party lines.” The first choice of former Navajo Nation president Joe Shirley Jr., as his vice presidential running mate was Peter Deswood III from Shiprock, NM. That changed when the tribe’s election office stated that Deswood was not a registered voter and is ineligible to be a vice presidential candidate. His second choice as running mate is Buu Van Nygren, a general contractor from the Utah portion of the reservation with a master’s degree in business administration from Arizona State University and doctoral program student at the University of Southern California. Buu Van Nygren is from Red Mesa, Utah. He is Oozéí Táchii’nii born for Náá’Ádaałts’ózí (Vietnamese). Nez and Shirley both are from the Arizona portion of the Navajo Nation reservation, the United States largest at 27,413 square miles that also extends into Utah and New Mexico. The three states have border towns that have serious disconnects when it comes to government functions; even the more so with other cities with large Navajo populations like Albuquerque and Phoenix, Ariz., and Gallup. The issues a re ser ious when it comes to representation and the absence of chapter houses. Educational funding, family resources, cultural teachings and childcare are coupled with violence, beatings, robberies, rapes and unsolved murders. With the Nov. 6 general elections upcoming, the choices have moved away from the traditional values of choosing our leadership. In this “Year of the Treaty of 1868” (“Year of the Naaltsoos San) the candidates have been chosen. With more than 93,000 Navajos registered to vote and 52,000 voters who were recently purged, a Navajo vote is more important than ever. Mervyn Tilden Gallup, New Mexico
FAITH | FROM PAGE 12 suddenly melted away as the midwives confirmed that all was well with both mother and child. My wife’s countenance changed as our child was placed upon her breast. This is a scene that men and women have experienced since the beginning. It was one with which the disciples certainly would have been familiar as a
father, son, brother. While the disciples grieved at the extreme measures taken as the solution for our sins, JOY is found in knowing that Jesus LIVES, and our sins are remembered no more than the labor of producing a child. The moment of the labor of forgiving sins is NOT forgotten, but the JOY of freedom from the bondage of sin overwhelms the price that was paid. The forgiveness of our sins gives us access to the
Father. Romans 8:31-39 comes to mind, which includes: “He [God the Father] who did not spare his own Son but gave him up for us all, how will he not also with him graciously give us all things?” And, “For I am sure that neither death nor life … nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”
DON – FORMER VIETNAM VET – Part Six – May 30, 2011 By Richard Kontz
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ontinuing a seven-part special by Richard F. Kontz on a Vietnam vet he met while running the Bread of Life Christian Bookstore in 2011 through mid-2015. As time passed, I took Don to my church one Sunday morning. He was very impressed with the size, the music and the preaching. Toward the end of the service, one of the Ushers came to get me. He said an older Navajo lady had asked if I could come out and talk with her — it was an emergency. Bessie [not her real name] was in the entry way of the Church. I recognized her from a series of Spiritual classes I had taught and she was one of the class participants. Long story short her father was in the hospital and not expected to live very much longer and she wanted to know if I could come pray for him. So, I told her as soon as Church was over I would come to the hospital. After church, I told Don about the situation and asked if he wanted to tag along or have me drop him off at the place he was staying at. He said “Hey Rich, I have nothing better to do so I’ll tag along.” We went to the hospital – several people were in the room with the old man and he looked like he was asleep. Bessie indicated he rarely awakes and when he was awake he didn’t seem to recognize them. Then Bessie introduced me and then I introduced Don. Then Bessie told them I was going to pray for their father. They said he was a believer and said he was ready to go. So, I prayed accordingly. Several times his eyes fluttered open and closed.
After finishing, I kind of felt a little awkward since I don’t know Navajo and couldn’t say anything in Navajo to comfort them and pray in Navajo. Then Don asked if he could pray for them. Bessie said sure. Don then asked me if I had any anointing oil, which I did and he anointed the old man and then began to pray in Navajo. You could feel the presence of the God in the room and several of the family were crying and praying also. I moved back a little to see the whole picture from the door way. The
old man opened his eyes and began to smile and laugh looking towards the ceiling. After Don finished they thanked him profusely and called him Pastor. Don was very gracious and tried to correct them on the “Pastor” title. I touched his arm and said, “That’s OK, Pastor Don.” Then Don and I left and went to get something to eat for Lunch. Don was very quiet and ate
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COMMUNITY 35th annual Summer Nightly Indian Dances come to a close DANCES DREW TOURISTS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
By Dee Velasco For the Sun
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ne cou ld n’t have asked for a more perfect evening — a be a ut i f u l New Mexico sunset splashed across the sky, a gentle breeze whisked by and the soothing melodic sounds of a flute danced in the air. The evening of Sept. 3 marked the end of another year for the Gallup Summer Nightly Indian Dances. In their 35th year, the nightly dances once again proved why they’re such an anticipated event. The dances highlight various Native American tribes, who display their culture through song and dance. Dressed in their tribal regalia, various groups come out and perform before audiences for one hour. Each year, the City of Gallup a nd t he Ga l lup -McK i n ley Chamber of Commerce collaborate to holf this unique event to showcase talented Native American dance groups
like the Taos Pueblo Flying Eagle Dancers, Polequaptewa Dancers from the Hopi tribe a nd t he W h ite Mou nt a i n Apache Crown Dancers, to name just a few. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the dances entertain crowds who turn out from the surrounding areas and all over the world. On the final night of the dances, well over 215 visitors from California, Texas, Colorado, and as far away as Australia and Germany, turned out to see the performance. A s k ids lined the concession stand to get their last Sno-cone, the Cellicion Zuni Dancers wrapped up the evening with Fernando Cellicion’s traditional Native flute music. Hailing from 33 miles south of Gallup, the group traveled in from the Pueblo of Zuni to perform dances and songs from their culture. Always a favorite with the audience, the group has been with the nightly dances for some time, and Cellicion said the group felt
Olla Maiden Calela Lamy performs the pottery dance Sept. 3 in downtown Gallup for the final Nightly Indian Dances of the season. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo honored to close out the year. “Wow, it makes me feel old,” he said, laughing. “It’s been nice to share our culture with the people from all over the
From left, Fernando Cellicion, Calela Lamy and Florentine Johnson sit and wait for their performance to begin Sept. 3 in downtown Gallup. The Cellicion Zuni dance group closed the nightly dance performances for the season. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo COMMUNITY
world. It’s an honor for us to open and close, so it’s always good to see all our friends.” While the dance groups bring their traditions and culture to life, what goes on behind the scenes makes the shows possible in the first place. Teri Fraizer, director of the Nightly Indian Dances, has significantly contributed to the success of the event, through scheduling performers with the help of her staff and through her own unique touch. When asked how it felt to close out the year, Fraizer said the tourist turnout speaks for itself. “It was a good summer,” she said. “The biggest change I saw this year was the presence of visitors from out [of] the country.” In his second year working for the Dances, Michael Nashboo, who handles the audio for the event, said he was glad he jumped on board. “It feels good to be a part of
it, when the opportunity came, I thought it was going to be boring,” he said. “It’s something different — a good challenge — and it came out to be really good. I love it, going on [my] second year.” The small staff said their work seems more like a family than a job, and each night is different. The staff consists of emcees, audio technicians and ambassadors who answer questions from the audience about the groups and announces points of interest around Gallup and its surroundings. Not on ly do t he tou rists enjoy the various dance groups, but local brother and sister Travis and Amy Wagner have diligently attended every performance for the entire 35 years, come rain or shine. One can always spot them in their usual spot, waiting for the dances to begin — the duo has simply become a part of the
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Navajo Nation honors Sen. John McCain Staff Reports
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HOENIX, Ariz. — On behalf of the Navajo Nation, Pres. Russell Begaye and Vice Pres. Jonathan Nez attended Sen. John McCain’s funeral service at the North Phoenix Baptist
Church on Aug. 30, in honor of the ideals he upheld as a veteran and as a statesman. “Navajos are paying tribute to the legacy of Sen. McCain shoulder-to-shoulder with fellow Americans,” Begaye said. “We had our differences and we shared common goals. In all, he
John Sidney McCain III: Aug. 29, 1936 - Aug. 25, 2018. Photo Credit: Courtesy
was a respectable man willing to sit down with the Navajo Nation to hear our concerns. He was a man of courage who served the country with valor. Godspeed, Sen. McCain.” McCain was elected to the House of Representatives in 1982 and to the Senate in 1986. For 60 years, he served the United States of America
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flutist Jonah Littlesunday. Sen. McCain ran twice for president. In 2000, he lost the Republican primary to President George W. Bush. In 2008, he lost the general election to President Barack Obama. On Saturday, Sept. 1, both presidents delivered eulogies during the Washington D.C. memorial service for Sen.
The entrance to Sen. John McCain’s memorial service at the North Phoenix Baptist Church on Aug. 30. Photo Credit: Courtesy of OPVP
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as a public servant in both Congress and the Navy. After having been shot down during the Vietnam War, McCain was taken prisoner and subjected to torture for five and a half years. Grant Woods, a longtime friend of the senator, gave a tribute at the memorial service recalling a story told to
him about Hỏa Lò Prison. Sen. McCain was bound tightly with his arms behind his back, but a Vietnamese guard came to him around midnight and loosened the ropes. A few weeks later, Sen. McCain found out why. The guard was standing nearby and with his sandals, wordlessly drew a cross into the sand. Joi n i ng Wood s i n g iving tributes on Aug. 30 were Tom my E s pi noz a , L a r r y Fitzgerald and former U.S. Vice Pres. Joe Biden. Musical performances were given by the Brophy Student Ensemble, Arizona Fire Service Pipes and Drum, and Navajo
McCain. Nez expressed appreciation to McCain for his service throughout Indian Country, especially in regard to the various issues facing the Navajo Nation. “Sen. McCain, you are a lodestar for the state of Arizona and Republicans around the country for your bipartisanship during a time when political ideologies are tearing the very fabric of our nation,” he said. “We salute you.” Sen. McCain is survived by his wife Cindy and his children Bridget, Andy, Jimmy, Jack, Doug, Sidney and Meghan.
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couple of Native Churches and he seemed more comfortable at those Churches. Then we got out of contact. As a side note: Bessie would later tell me that her dad was very much alive the rest of that day, had a good night’s rest and was very much alive all of the next day and then about 7 pm that evening he told them it was time to go – closed his eyes and died. Written by Richard F. Kontz. If you wish to comment, I can be reached at rmkontz@q.com
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Fernando Cellicion performs a flute solo, closing out the performances of nightly dances Sept. 3 in Gallup. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo
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Amy Wagner, left, and her brother Travis Wagner, middle, watch the Cellicion Zuni perform in downtown Gallup Sept. 3. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo
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Wise viewers should vow to stay away from The Nun By Glenn Kay For the Sun
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hile it’s only been five years since t he r ele a s e of t he super n a t u ral horror hit The Conjuring, the film’s heroic paranormal investigators have already inspired all kinds of sequels and spin-offs. The fifth and most recent entry is The Nun. While the titular demonic character certainly made an impression when it was introduced in The Conjuring 2, this prequel detailing the history of the sinister lifeform is easily the weakest and most unnecessary chapter in the horror franchise. Set in 1952, the plot involves the strange suicide of a nun at a remote abbey in Romania. The Vatican assigns Father Burke (Demian Bichir) to investigate the death and suggests he also procure the services of a young woman named Irene (Taissa Farmiga), who has experienced strange visions that may be connected to the event. Irene, a Novitiate in the Catholic Church, is waiting to take her vows and become a full-fledged nun. Upon arriving in Romania, the pair encounters Maurice
Demian Bichir and Taissa Farmiga star in The Nun, a disappointingly typical horror flick. Photo Credit: Warner Bros. (Jonas Bloquet), a deliveryman who first discovered the body of the nun. He takes them to the dilapidated abbey, where they investigate the occurrence and begin experiencing strange phenomena. The majority of events takes place in the old, run-down castle-turned-monastery as the trio tries to find any members
of the order who might still be living at the site. They do encounter a few figures, but find them to be incredibly secretive and unwilling to talk. Not that there’s a whole lot to glean from the screenplay in general. Ultimately, this being is a malevolent force of evil, raised by a duke who used to live on
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the property. After opening a gateway to Hell, the supernatural being has set out to possess a human target and takes on the appearance of a nun to move unnoticed. That’s about all the back story on the antagonist that v iewers will receive, with the plot simply providing an excuse to have nun figures appear in the background of the camera or hurry past the foreground, occa sionally brushing and tapping the leads. These and other overly similar situations are repeated ad nauseam; honestly, there are only so many
times one can see a cross t u r n upside dow n before it a ll becomes tir i ng a nd meaningless. As mentioned, the movie follows just about every horror movie trope in the book, with the characters separating in the darkened hallways to investigate strange noises and threatening shapes, only to find themselves targeted. After escaping, their reactions are equally inexplicable, warning that something evil must be in the area... and then putting themselves right back in the middle of danger. One particularly preposterous moment comes after a character is buried alive and physically attacked. After freeing himself, he finds a book and suddenly becomes fascinated in fact-finding, almost forgetting what had previously occurred. It’s an incredible under-reaction given what has transpired. Finally, it may have been the faulty projector bulb during the preview, but the movie itself appeared too dark as well. Often, one can’t even see the faces of the actors and there’s little to engage or relate to as they go about their hackneyed business. The film is a real step down in quality from all of the others in this series, doing little more than placing its characters in an old castle and relying on less-than-effective jump scares for the better part of the running time. Ultimately, most of them don’t work. There’s nothing here that’s nearly as frightening as what was featured in the previous Conjuring feature. The Nun doesn’t offer much that’s new or interesting and one should vow to stay away. Visit: www.CinemaStance.com
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DVD/Blu-ray Roundup for Sept. 7, 2018 By Glenn Kay For the Sun
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elcome to another look at highlights arriving on Blu-ray and DVD. If you can’t make it out to the movies this week, be sure to give one of these titles a try.
BIG NEW RELEASES! Adr ift Ba sed on a t r u e s t o r y, this film follows a couple who decides to sa i l from Tahiti to San Diego. Along the way, they encounter one of the most devastating hurricanes in history, damaging their craft and throwing their lives into jeopardy. Reviews for this drama were generally positive. A small group did complain that the story had been formatted to hit all of the expected beats minimizing its impact, but more liked the performers and found the storm and its aftermath compelling to watch. The cast includes Shailene Woodley, Sam Claflin and Jeffrey Thomas. Beast - This UK production involves a woman living under the thumb of her family in an isolated community. When she meets an outsider, the new arrival begins to influence the lead, who begins to dream of escaping her controlling clan. However, it is soon discovered that her new friend is a suspect in a series of murders. Notices were extremely strong for this independent feature. In fact, almost all write-ups complimented this slow-burn art-house entry for its striking imagery as well as for maintaining a tension-filled tone with plenty of solid performances. It features Geraldine James, Jessie Buckley and Johnny Flynn. Damascus Cover - A Israeli Mossad government agent is assigned to go into Syria and retrieve a chemical-weapons specialist from enemy forces. Unfortunately, the job doesn’t go according to plan, leaving the agent trapped behind enemy lines and on the run. He seeks out a deep-cover agent to help him escape the country. Critics roundly panned COMMUNITY
this UK production. A few appreciated what was accomplished on its limited budget, but most suggested that the script was sorely lacking. It stars Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Olivia Thirlby, John Hurt, Jurgen Prochnow and Navid Negahban. Dark River - Here’s another independent art-house entry from Britain. In this drama, a woman returns to her family’s farm after the death of her father. She makes a claim for the land, despite the fact that it has been left to her own brother. Tensions arise and the situation between the siblings veers toward violence. Overall, reaction to the feature was positive. About one-fifth of reviewers found it so grim and downbeat they couldn’t connect with it, but most said they couldn’t shake the dark, moody tone and called the end result memorably bleak. The cast includes Ruth Wilson, Mark Stanley and Sean Bean. G h o s t Stories – It’s been a while s i nc e we’ v e gotten an anthology horr or pic t u r e, but this independent effort from the UK attempts to revitalize the genre by presenting three tales of terror involving spirits. The wraparound involves a professor/TV-show host who debunks spiritualists. However, when three cases arrive that tie in to his personal life, the lead is forced to examine and perhaps change his views. A few didn’t care for its mix of humor and horror, but the vast majority called it assured, creepy, funny and surprisingly entertaining. It stars Andy Nyman, Martin Freeman, Paul Whitehouse, Alex Lawther and Jill Halfpenny. Godard Mon Amour - Set during the civil unrest in France during 1968, this biopic tells the story of filmmaker Jean-Luc Godard, his relationship with young actress Anne Wiazemsky and his work on the film, La Chinois. As the director becomes more and more involved in the cultural revolution, difficulties arise in the couple’s relationship. This comedy/drama from Michael Hazanavicius (T he Artist) appears to have garnered split reactions. About half
complained it felt like an ineffective attempt to emulate a Woody Allen picture, while the rest complimented its unusual mix of comedy and drama, stating that the approach suited the scenario. Louis Garrel and Stacy Martin play the leads. Hereditary - This creeper received a lot of at t ent ion earlier in the year. The story follows a troubl e d f a m i l y who must deal with a series of tragedies. When a worried mother begins to experience strange, supernatural phenomena, it sets her off on an investigation that causes further strife and reveals big hidden secrets about the clan. Reaction to this horror picture was very positive. There were a small handful who didn’t find it particularly scary, but just about everyone else said it was well-acted, well-shot and genuinely tense. The cast includes Toni Collette, Milly Shapiro, Gabriel Byrne and Alex Wolff. To read this site’s review of the film, click here. Ideal Home - A bickering gay couple (one of whom is a celebrity chef) living a wild and flashy lifestyle get a big surprise when a young boy knocks on the door and claims to be the grandson of one of them... and moves in. The adults certainly don’t feel ready to begin a family and struggle humorously with the sudden, unexpected transition. Reaction to this independent feature was generally positive. Some felt the material itself needed a softer and more subtle touch, but most were highly amused by the light and snappy script and appreciated the lead performances. It features Paul Rudd, Steve Coogan, Kate Walsh and Alison Pill. Won’t You Be My Neighbor? - This documentary tells the life story of Fred Rogers, host and creator of the popular children’s television show, Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood. The movie details how the program came to be, Rogers’ attempts to promote understanding and forward social issues with the series, and the struggles he faced as his onscreen career eventually came to a close. The press gave extremely high marks to the movie. They praised it as an affectionate
and informative tribute to a kind-hearted figure the likes of whom the world could use more of.
BLASTS FROM THE PAST! Kino has a trio of titles arriving in high definition for the first time. A couple of these are real guilty pleasures of mine. Amazingly, two of these movies opened on the same weekend, and I’ll also admit to having seen them (for review purposes, of course) both back to back. The first is Blame it on the Bellboy (1992). Set in Venice, the plot involves three men with similar sounding names arriving at a hotel. When they have their identities confused and their messages mixed up by an inattentive bellboy, they find themselves in bizarre situations. As events progress, the mixed up characters cross paths as they try to sort things out. Admittedly, this is no classic, but it does move at a quick pace and provides some amusing moments thanks to its great cast, which includes Dudley Moore, Bryan Brown, Richard Griffiths, Patsy Kensit, Alison Steadman, Penelope Wilton and Bronson Pinchot. Most hated this movie during its initial release, but writer/ director Mark Herman ended up doing just fine, following it up with the more well-regarded flicks like Brassed Off (1996) and Little Voice (1998). Once Upon a C r im e ... (1992) picks a simila rly swanky locale for its story. This one follow a group of U.S. tourists visiting Monte Carlo who get mixed up in a dog-snatching plot as well as a local murder. It stars John Candy, Jim Belushi, Cybill Shepherd, Sean Young, Richa rd Lewis, Gia nca rlo Giannini, Ornella Muti and George Hamilton. On that fateful evening in 1992, I saw this title first and found that it didn’t do a whole lot for me, providing only a chuckle or two despite the chaos on display. Perhaps it’ll play better today and I’m tempted to check it out again just to see for myself. Kino’s third release is Oscar (1991), Sylvester Stallone’s first
foray into comedy (which would continue and then abruptly end with 1992’s terrible Stop! Or My Mom Will Shoot). This one is about a mobster attempting to go straight, but finding a domestic drama involving his daughter causing strife at his home over the course of the day. Again, farces take their time to build momentum and the first act of this feature is somewhat slow, setting up the various characters and issues. However, from the moment we see a cutaway of a bunny with a shocked expression, the jokes start landing. The supporting cast of Marisa Tomei, Tim Curry, Chazz Palminteri, Peter Riegert, Harry Shearer, Don Ameche, Kirk Douglas (and many others) is great and the movie ends up delivering plenty of laughs. Finally, Criterion has a Blu-ray of Ingmar Bergman’s Sce nes from a Mar r iage (1973). This is a long dramatization of the trials and tribulations of a marital union. The release includes a Swedish miniseries version of the work as well as a three-hour theatrical cut for film audiences.
YOU KNOW, FOR KIDS! Here is a list of releases aimed at youngsters. Aliens Ate My Homework Curious George: Halloween Double Feature My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic: Pony Trick or Treat
ON THE TUBE! And these are the week’s TV-themed titles arriving on disc. Adventure Time: The Final Seasons (Cartoon Network) Bull: Season 2 The Goldbergs: Season 5 The Good Karma Hospital: Series 2 My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic: Pony Trick or Treat Peter Gunn: The Complete Series R o w a n a n d Ma r t i n’s Laugh-In: Season 6 Silicon Valley: Season 5 Supernatural: Season 13 Timeless: Season 2 W hen Calls the Heart: Weather the Storm (Lifetime) W h e n S h a r k s At t a c k: Season 4 (National Geographic) Wolfblood: Season 4 Young Sheldon: Season 1
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SPORTS 360 GHS comes out with a 26-point loss against Grants PHOTOS BY RYAN HUDGEONS
GHS Bengals’ Quincey Smith (40) and the Pirates’ Michael Ramsey (7) at an Aug. 31 game in Gallup.
Jacob Ramirez (15) passes the ball in an Aug. 31 home game against Grants. The Bengals lost 0-26.
In an Aug. 31 game against Grants, the Gallup High School Bengals lost 0-26, falling to 0-3 overall this season. GHS plays Window Rock on Sept. 7.
GHS Bengals’ Noah Oliver (88) goes after the ball at an Aug. 31 home game against the Grants Pirates. Gallup lost 0-26.
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Miyamura falls to 0-2 after a Sept. 1 loss against ABQ PHOTOS BY RYAN HUDGEONS
Miyamura Patriots’ Lance Evans (12) in a Sept. 1 home game against Albuquerque. Miyamura lost by 15 points.
Lance Evans (12) of the Patriots is on the ball at a Sept. 1 home game against the Albuquerque Bulldogs. Next up: Miyamura plays Grants High School on Sept. 7.
Miyamura High School lines up against Albuquerque in a Sept. 1 game. The Miyamura Patriots lost by a 20-35 margin, bringing their record to 0-2. SPORTS
Lance Evans (12) and Jason Cordova (21) play against the Albuquerque Bulldogs in a Sept. 1 losing game. Gallup Sun • Friday September 7, 2018
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COMMUNITY CALENDAR SEPT. 7-13, 2018 FRIDAY, Sept. 7 CREATION STATION 3D (AGES 9 AND UP) 2 pm @ Children’s Branch. This month, make custom keychains using the free online modeling TinkerCAD and print your creations on the Library’s 3D printer. Call (505) 726-6120. TECH TIME The library is offering one-on-one technology assistance. Bring your personal technology devices or software to one of the scheduled session and the technology trainer will guide you though the process. This week: One-2-One Tech Help is on a first come, first serve basis. Call (505) 863-1291; email libtrain@gallupnm. gov. SATURDAY, Sept. 08 STORY TIME (AGES 2-4) 11 am @ Children’s Branch. An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes and stories. OPENING RECEPTION 6-8 pm @ Main Branch. An opening reception during ArtsCrawl; refreshments will be served. Art opening: Changes: Coyote Canyon Rehabilitation Center Art Exhibit; on display through Oct. 5. GALLUPARTS The entire 2018 lineup is outlined below. This week: On the Wild Side. gallupARTS crawl. TUESDAY, Sept. 11 TECH TIME 3-5 pm @ Main Branch. Free Computer training is available each week. Class size is limited to 10 participants per session. No registration required. Come and learn. This week: Introduction to the Internet Class MAKER ZONE 4-5 pm @ Children’s Branch. We provide the supplies, you provide the ideas. WEDNESDAY, Sept. 12 STORY TIME (AGES 2-4) 10:30 am @ Children’s Branch. An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes and stories. TECH TIME: TECH TALK 3 pm: Discussions are held CALENDAR
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Closed-speaker meeting, limited to persons who have a desire to stop drinking. We cannot accommodate children. No attendance forms, smartphones. Visit aa-fc.org for more info. CELEBRATE RECOVERY A Christ-centered recovery program to help you heal from the pain of unmanaged hurts, habits and hangups. Tuesday, 6-8 pm. Journey Church, 501 S. Third St. (505) 979-0511. CITY OF GALLUP’S SUSTAINABLE GALLUP BOARD Meets on the first Monday from 3-5 pm at the Octavia Fellin Library. When those Mondays are holidays, the meetings are on the following Monday. Community members concerned about conservation, energy, water, recycling and other environmental issues are welcome. Call (505) 722-0039 for information. CHURCHROCK CHAPTER Churchrock Chapter is now accepting toy donations for the Christmas toy drive until Dec. 20. The toys will be distributed at the annual community Christmas dinner on Thursday Dec. 21. Please drop off an unwrapped toy for distribution at Churchrock Chapter. Let’s spread the Christmas cheer by giving. Call (505) 4882166. Churchrock Chapter Administration. CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS Meets Wednesday, 6-7 pm, at First United Methodist Church, 1800 Redrock Dr. (in the library). All are welcome. COMMUNITY PANTRY The Hope Garden offers organic produce for sale from 10 am-noon, Tue - Fri., 1130 E. Hassler Valley Road. All funds go to helping feed local folks. Call (505) 7268068 or when visiting, ask for Vernon Garcia. COMMUNITY PROVIDERS All meetings will be the last Thursday of every month. Speakers for the Community Providers Agenda Sept. 27 meeting are needed. Please contact Bill Camarota bcamorota@rmchcs.org or Ben Welch bwelch@gallupnm. gov. RMCHCS East Campus, 12 Noon in the Chapel. FRIDAY NIGHT HOOTENANNY Gallup’s longest-running live show! Every Friday night from 7-9 pm. Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe, 306 S. Second St. GALLUP-MCKINLEY COUNTY
HUMANE SOCIETY Wednesdays are low-cost Spay and Neuter Days, at the Gallup-McKinley County Humane Society. For more information, please call (505) 863-2616, or email: gmchumanesociety@gmail. com. Location: 1315 Hamilton Rd. GALLUP SOLAR Gallup Solar is hosting community conversations about all things solar Wednesdays from 6 to 8 pm at 113 E. Logan. Call: (505) 728-9246 for info on topics and directions. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY Habitat for Humanity yard sales are held every Saturday, 9 am-noon on Warehouse Lane, weather permitting. Volunteers wishing to serve on construction projects may sign up there or call (505) 722-4226. HABITAT FOR HUMANITY - WORK SESSIONS Habitat for Humanity work sessions held each week. Volunteers to serve on decision making meetings or wish to volunteer at or help fund construction projects. Call Bill Bright at (505) 722-4226. MCKINLEY COUNTY HEALTH ALLIANCE McKinley County Health Alliance convenes on the second Wednesday of the month from 11 am-1pm at the New Mexico Cancer Center across from UNM-Gallup. Everyone is welcome to attend and engage in discussions about health, education, economic, and environmental inequities and to help facilitate change in those systems. Call (505) 906-2671. OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS Overeaters Anonymous 12step meetings. Held every Saturday at 10 am. The First Methodist Church, 1800 Red Rock Drive. Open to anybody who has a desire to stop compulsive eating. Contact info. (505) 307-5999, (505) 721-9208, or (505) 8701483. RECYCLING COUNCIL McKinley Citizens Recycling Council is a local nonprofit working to increase recycling through education, community outreach, and partnership with local government agencies. MCRC
meets the first Saturday of the month at 2 pm, at Red Mesa on Hill St. For more information, please call (505) 722-5142 or visit Recylegallup.org. RECYCLING DEPOT The Recycling Depot will now be open from 12-1:30pm on the first Saturdays of the month. Educators and artists are encouraged to come by and see what’s available. Volunteers will accept some items, such as paper towels and toilet paper rolls. This is a free service of the McKinley Citizen’s Recycling Council. Call (505) 722-5152. SAVE THE DATE GALLUPARTS - ARTSCRAWL LINEUP The entire 2018 lineup: Oct. 13 – Sixth Sense; Nov. 10 – In Black & White; and Dec. 8 – Let’s Have a Ball. GALLUP INTERFAITH COMMUNITY On Sept. 18, the Gallup Interfaith Community will meet at 6:30pm. Bring food or drink for a shared mean. All are welcome in friendship and community. 151 State Hwy 564 (Boardman Drive near Orleans Manor apartments). Call (505) 8701942. RAINBOW CIRCLE MEETING On Sept. 30, the rescheduled Rainbow Circle meeting will take place at 5 pm. Location: Viro Circle Park, one block S. of Aztec and S. Clark. In the event of inclement weather: Red Mesa Center, 105 W. Hill. THE GALLUP VETERAN’S BENEFIT BALL 2018 On Nov. 2, an evening to honor and say thank you to our local veterans! Event proceeds will be donated to the local Veterans Helping Veterans organization. Dinner/Dance (semi-formal dress) Hilton Garden Inn 6-11 pm. Tickets can be picked up at Sundance Motors on 1121 N US 491; 10am-5pm. Call (505) 8705957. There will be a silent auction held the night of the event. All proceeds will be donated to benefit local Veterans Helping Veterans organization. To post a nonprofit or civic event in the calendar section, please email: gallupsunevents@gmail.com or fax: (505) 212-0391. Deadline: Monday at 5 pm.
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Gallup Film Festival Premiere Events GFF Comedy Night Fundraiser Marc Yaffee Downtown Conference Center Sept. 10, 6:30 pm Purchase Tickets: $10 at the door
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Wes Studi Special Guest Appearance Downtown Conference Center Sept. 13, 8 pm Purchase Tickets: www.filmfreeway.com/gallupfilmfestival
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