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NEWS Community celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day DAY-LONG EVENT HONORS NATIVE PEOPLE THROUGH MUSIC, RALLY, FILM By Dee Velasco For the Sun

ver the past nearly three decades many cit ies a nd st ates across the nation have opted to honor the Native people of the world on the second Monday in October. In Gallup, what was once Columbus Day has for the past three years been an official celebration of indigenous people. Gallup’s Oct. 8 Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebration featured displays and information booths, a forum and a few films at the Second Street Events Center. A demonstration and rally took place at the Gallup Cultural Center, and the day’s music was performed in honor of the world’s indigenous people — past, present and future. Despite rain, the event drew a crowd. Several individuals held signs as passerbys drove by and honked in comradery. R ye d a le L a r go, D i né / Me s c a le r o A p a c he , w a s asked to perform his songs for the event. Originally from

Churchrock, Largo is a youth solo artist who sings Round Dance and Apache songs. “I’m here to perform and show what indigenous is really about through my songs,” he said. “To me, indigenous is showing your culture and your own way of life as an indigenous American.” Since 1992, Mervyn Tilden, also from Churchrock, has orga nized the Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebration. Tilden said Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a day of awareness. He said Americans are taught at a young age to accept the false history of Christopher Columbus, who was simply a man lost at sea. “We are the history of the Americas, it’s time for the dominant society to recognize this holiday that we mark as the day of [them] being a part of our history,” he said. “Most importantly, it is to honor our ancestors of all the struggles they have been through, the hardships they have suffered, and the detrimental chaos in so many ways that have been

Mervyn Tilden, Gallup Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebration organizer, holds a sign that reads “Celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day 2018” for motorists to see along Historic Route 66 in downtown Gallup Oct. 8. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo taken. But it comes today to respect and honor the indigenous people everywhere in their own struggle, where ever they may be.” Tilden said indigenous

Larry Foster, right, and Mervyn Tilden hold signs in honor of and to inform the public about Indigenous Peoples’ Day along Historic Route 66 in downtown Gallup Oct. 8. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo

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people, who were placed on reservations by the U.S. government and military, are at the short end of the stick. He said the lands Native people were placed on were thought be the poorest, but ended up being abundant in oil, gas, coal and gold. Now, he said, the U.S. government wants the land back. Tilden’s concerned about several issues that impact indigenous people. “My greatest concern is that through passage of legislation, it is already happening to one tribe up north, that they are going to abrogate the treaty; they’re going to dissolve the reservation boundary lines; they’re going to strip our courts of authority that we have and take away what we call sovereignty,” he said. “They’re also going to allow

multi-million[-dollar] national corporations to pillage and plunder of what is left of our lands.” Among those who showed suppor t for the day were employees from the Octavia Fellin Public library, and Larry Foster and his wife Mattie Y. Foster of Gallup. The Fosters have been involved with the event for the past three years, and supported Indigenous Peoples’ Day by informing the public of issues that concern all Native Americans through hand-written signs about issues such as border-town justice, the ongoing fight with treaties and racism. The Fosters said they hoped to draw attention and educate

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PARCC test results show improvements for GMCS DISTRICT COMES IN AT TOP OF STATE FOR OVERALL STUDENT PROFICIENCY GROWTH By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

ack in August, Ga l lup -McK i n ley County Schools received the results for the Partnership for the A ssessment of Readiness for College and Career tests. Despite 10 schools out of 35 schools earned a 3.0 and above, the detailed results show great improvements, according to GMCS District

A s sist a nt Super i ntendent Gerald Horacek. Horacek said the 2017-18 PARCC results showed 600 more students proficient in English Language Arts and mathematics than last year, and 804 more students were proficient in both categories than in 2016. Accord i ng to the New Mex ico P ublic Education Department website, ELA and mathematics serve as accountability measures for state

school districts and charter schools. Horacek said GMCS is top in the state when it comes to overall proficiency growth because GMCS students more than doubled the state average of growth. This district came in at No. 3 in New Mexico for mathematics proficiency growth over the past three years, and it experienced an increase in schools that rose in school grade points — the number rose to 17 from

last year’s nine. Horacek said that number includes a mix of schools in Gallup and across McKinley County, including Catherine Miller Elementar y, Ramah Element a r y, T w i n L a ke s Elementary, Tohatchi Middle School, Miyamura High School and Gallup High School. Schools that rose 10 points or more include Stagecoach Elementary, Thoreau Middle School, Twin Lakes Elementary and Roosevelt Elementary. In addition, this year, 10 schools in the district rose one letter grade or more compared to last year’s four. When asked what lead to these improvements, Horacek

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said the district worked to align its curriculum with their interim assessments. “It helps teachers understand what to teach, and they determine how they’re going to teach it,” he said. To t h i s e nd , he s a id ,

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Gallup Sun Publishing, LLC Publisher/Editor Babette Herrmann Assistant Editor Mia Rose Poris Accounts Representative Raenona Harvey Calendar Editor Lealia Nelson Photography Cayla Nimmo Knifewing Segura Correspondents Cody Begaye Boderra Joe Design David Tsigelman Cover: Activists hold signs in honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day in front of a statue for Chief Manuelito in downtown Gallup Oct. 8. Photo by Cayla Nimmo The Gallup Sun, published Fridays, is not responsible or liable for any claims or offerings, nor responsible for availability of products advertised. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited. The Gallup Sun distributes newspapers in McKinley, Cibola and Apache counties. Office: 102 S. Second St., Gallup, NM 87301 The Gallup Sun, pending USPS number 1, is mailed weekly. Application to mail at periodical rates is pending in Gallup NM. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Gallup Sun, PO Box 1212, Gallup, NM. Mailing Address: PO Box 1212 Gallup, NM 87305 www.gallupsun.com Phone: (505) 722-8994 Fax: (505) 212-0391 gallupsun@gmail.com Letter to the editor/guest column ACCEPTED BY EMAIL ONLY. State full name and city/town. No pen names. ID required. All submissions subjected to editor’s approval. Guest columnists, email Sun for submission requirements.

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Leadership McKinley to host youth conference By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

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Gallup Fire Department Deputy Chief Jesus Morales. File Photo

he f i r st McK i n ley Yout h L e a der s h ip Conference, put on by Leadership McKinley, is slated to be held at Red Rock Park Oct. 26 through 28. Gallup Fire Department Deputy Chief Jesus Morales was present at the Oct. 9 regular meeting of the Gallup City Council to speak for the item. Specifically, he asked the City of Gallup to be a sponsor for the conference in order to waive attendance fees at Red Rock Park. The item discussion began with a video in which Gallup youth spoke about issues that were important to them, such as the justice system, the environment, steady income

a nd homele s sne s s. T hey also said they would like to become more involved in their community. “Our youth are faced with more challenges and distractions [than ever],” Morales said. McKinley Youth Leadership i s a ment or i ng prog r a m initiated by the McK inley Leadership class of 2018. The program is open to youth ages 12-15 who are interested in developing leadership abilities to take charge in their communities. According to the group’s website, the conference will help attendees build networks, share passions, discover strengths and develop a vision of the difference they will make in their community and beyond. T he t h ree - day con ference will include team-building exercises and breakout sessions on various topics including conflict management, social media and social styles. The sessions will be led by prominent Gallup figures including McKinley County Commissioner Bill Lee and Katherine Babcock. “[The future growth of kids] starts with what happens at Red Rock Park,” District 2 Councilor Allan Landavazo said. He said holding this conference “is a job well done.” The item was approved with a 5-0-0 vote. For more information and to register for the conference, visit: www.kickittoday.org.

City of Gallup consumer scam alert Staff Reports

he Cit y of Ga l lup wishes to advise its utility customers to be on alert for a consumer scam. Recently, several customers reported receiving phone calls from a (347) area code demanding payment for a delinquent utility bill to be paid with a credit card over the phone to prevent the shutoff of utility services.

“The City of Gallup will not call its customers to demand payments to be made over the telephone by credit card to prevent shutoff due to delinquent status,” the city stated in an Oct. 1 press release. “Should the City of Gallup contact you regarding your bill, the caller identification will state that the call is from the ‘City of Gallup.’” Contact the city’s utility customer care department with questions: (505) 863-1201. NEWS

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Williams Acres house lost to fire Staff Reports

cK i n ley Cou nt y firefighters were unable to save a house in Williams Acres that caught fire the afternoon of Oct. 10. McK i n ley Cou nt y F i re Chief Jason Carlisle said the house at 16 Zeta St. was a total loss. Over the years, he said, the house had several additions and was too far

gone when county firefighters arrived on the scene. According to fire logs, county firefighters arrived on the scene about eight minutes after receiving the initial call at 10:38 am. Units from five county fire stations responded to the call, as well as four units from the City of Gallup fire department. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Staff from the Gallup Fire Department and Sparky the dog mascot attended the Oct. 9 city council meeting to witness the proclamation of Fire Prevention Week. Photo Credit: Cody Begaye

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T County Commissioners approve County firefighters responded to a structure fire on Zeta Street in Williams Acres Oct. 10. Photo Credit: Courtesy

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t t he McK i n ley Cou nt y Boa rd of Commissioners regular commissioner

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he Cit y of Ga l lup declared Oct. 7 - 13 as Fire Prevention Week at the Oct. 9 regular city council meeting. At the meeting, the Gallup Fire Department was presented with a proclamation by the city for Fire Prevention Week, which involves basic fire-safety education for the public. At the meeting, Mayor Jackie McKinney shared a few statistics. For instance, he said 352,000 house fires are

responded to every year across the country, with about 2,735 deaths resulting from those fires. A key t heme of F i r e Prevention Week is to “Look, Listen, Learn,” McKinney said. “We need to take personal steps to increase our safety from fire.” GFD Deputy Chief Jesus Morales said another key point of Fire Prevention Week is to urge people to be safe from fire dangers all year round. He said a working smoke detector is the best way to defend against fires. GFD Fire Marshal Jacob

LaCroix said the department is conducting a smoke-detector check Oct. 19 and 20, when they’ll visit homes in the Gallup and Gamerco areas to inspect detectors. If the home does not have an operating smoke detector, the department can provide one free of charge as long as supplies last. LaCroix said the smoke detector s were prov ided through a $1,000 grant, and the average battery life is around two years. Contact the Gallup Fire Department at (505) 7224395 or (505) 726-5448 for more information or to set up an appointment.

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City approves Lodgers’ Tax Grant for Balloon Rally, Friends of Hubbell Auctions By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

he Gallup City Council discussed several grant awards from the Lodgers’ Tax Grant, which supports tourism and events, at the Oct. 9 regular meeting. The Red Rock Balloon Rally Association would receive an additional $35,000, and the Friends of Hubbell Native

American Art Auctions would receive an additional $4,100. As of Sept. 26, there was $143,445 available for grants in city funds. City Tourism and Marketing Manager Jennifer Lazarz spoke for the item. She said Balloon Rally funding was increased in order to grow the event. The available funds had been stagnant for nearly 20 years, she said. “They want to target crews

Commissioners approve spending for county water, sanitation districts By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

he McKinley C ou nt y B o a r d of Commissioners held its regular commissioner meeting on Oct. 2. At the meeting, Loline Hathaway, of the Ya-ta-hey Water and Sanitation District, requested a $25,000 loan for a new monitoring well. Potential issues facing the district included moving the well on property the district does not own, as well as changes in terrain, and making

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sure financial audits are clean. County Finance Director Sarah Keeler said funds for the project would have to come from the Environmental Gross Receipts Tax lease. In addition, Keeler said there’s a $75,000 grant from the NM Environment Department to acquire land to plan, design and construct water system improvements for a regional system that includes White Cliffs, Gamerco and Ya-ta-hey. Each region would get $25,000 from the total amount. Each item was approved with a 3-0-0 vote.

and crew opportunities,” Lazarz said when asked about what specific growths were planned. She said the city would formulate a social-media campaign to attract crews for the rally across the Southwest. An estimated 11,000 people are expected to attend the Balloon Rally from Nov. 30 - Dec. 2. The event is anticipated to cost around $75,000, with $35,000 from the Lodgers’ Tax Grant

and additional funds from local sponsorships. The Balloon Rally received $25,000 in Lodgers Tax monies last year. Meanwhile, the Friends of Hubbell Native American Art Auctions, a first-time recipient of the grant, expects to spend about $12,500 with $4,100 from the Lodgers’ Tax Grant and additional funds from the auction revenues. Lazarz said artists from th roughout the region

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submit an application to the New Mexico Department of Transportation for Federal Fiscal Year 2020/2021 for the RTP funds. Irving said these efforts are between the city and the county, and the proposed project that the application is for would cost around $164,000, with the county providing a match of up to 14.56 percent. Irving said funds would be used strictly for trails. The item was approved with a 5-0-0 vote.

Conser vation Corps about continuous improvements on county hiking trails over an eight-week span. Trails near Wingate and Mentmore were the focus of these projects, allowing local youth to take part in improving and maintaining the trails for the public. Irving spoke for the item on the agenda, which pert a i ned t o el ig ibi l it y a nd intent of McKinley County to

City Tourism and Marketing Manager Jennifer Lazarz. File Photo participate in the auction. The item was approved with a 4-0-1 vote. PET COSTUME CONTEST Dress up your pet dog, cat, or whatever? Or dress yourself and pet up! Rio West Mall Oct. 26, 6 pm $8 per entry Pre-register at mall office (505) 722-7281 Local sponsors needed to provide prizes to winners! All entry fees go to Four Corners Pet Alliance

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Weekly Police Activity Reports Staff Reports

FIGHTING FRIENDS 9/30, Gallup A fight between f r i e n d s ended with an arrest for an outstanding bench warrant and po s se s sion of drug paraphernalia. Gallup Police Department Patrolman Brandon Salazar s a id he wa s d i s pa t che d around 8:30 pm on Sept. 30 to America’s Best Value Inn at 2003 W. Highway 66 because of a fight in progress. When he arrived on scene, he found Aaron Mescale, 27, of Gallup, and another man, who had a sizable amount of blood on his collar and neck. Both individuals admitted they had been fighting. Mescale said his friend pulled his hair and punched him, so it became an issue of who sta r ted the fight.

Witnesses said the other man seemed to be the one who wanted to continue the fight, though both seemed to be actively involved. No one was arrested for the fight, but Mescale was placed under arrest for an outstanding bench warrant. Two glass pipes commonly used to smoke narcotics were found when he was searched.

ATTACKER UNKNOWN 9/29, Gallup The GPD is investigating an attack that occurred Sept. 29 when five unknown men accosted a man as he was walking on North Fifth Street. A Fort Defiance man told police he was walking along the street at about 8 pm when five men he did not know approached and attacked him for no apparent reason. He said they hit and kicked him in the face and body several times. He described the men as young and Native American. The victim reportedly suffered abrasions on his face and lips, and was was treated

by medical personnel. Police said there are currently no suspects.

DOLLAR DIPPING 9/29, Gallup A shoplifting incident at t he Fa m i ly Dollar Store at 3185 West Highway 66 resulted in one a r r e s t and a separate non-traffic citation for battery. It all began when a store clerk told GPD Patrol Officer Cindy Romancito that at about 3:30 pm on Sept. 29, she saw a man and woman walking out of the store with merchandise they did not pay for. She said she went outside to confront them and saw that the man had the merchandise, but the woman allegedly got in her face and attempted to hit her. The clerk said she blocked the blow. She said she was pushed back and watched the man enter a maroon truck while

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the woman walked away and joined two other women. Romancito said she later found a woman matching the suspect’s description on the 1300 block of West Highway 66. When she approached the woman, the suspect was crying

and said she was thirsty and tired. She admitted she was at the store but said she did not take anything. At that point, a nother

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The Gallup Police Department investigates the death of a man hit by a train across from Denny’s, 3810 East Hwy 66, on Oct. 4, after 10:30 pm. Photo Credit: Knifewing Segura

Man struck, killed by oncoming train Staff Reports

man was pronounced dead on the scene Oct. 4 after he was struck by a train. Gallup Police Department officers were called out to the area across from Denny’s, 3810 E. Hwy 66, just after 10:30 pm in regards to a train-versus-pedestrian collision. GPD Capt a i n Ma r i nda Spencer told the Sun Oct. 11 the deceased, a Native American male, was identified

as Terry Marvin, 50. “[It’s] still unknown why he was on the train tracks,” she said. According to Spencer, the driver of the westbound train reported seeing a person on the side or rail of the tracks. He blared his horn to alert the individual, who did not move and was eventually struck by the oncoming train. Marvin died on the scene from injuries received from the collision, Spencer said. Th is is a n ongoi ng investigation.

The Information Technology Department will be upgrading the City’s enterprise software (Naviline) and will need to shut off all services to the system to perform the upgrade. We will perform most of the upgrade on the weekend to minimize the disruption but will need a few hours to close out all systems to begin the upgrade. The Customer Care department, Planning and Development department, and City Clerk’s office will not be able to take any payments after 1:00 pm on Friday, October 12th, 2018.

The Customer Care department will be closed after 1 pm. This will also affect customers’ ability to make a telephone payment or online utility payment until Monday, October 15th, 2018. If you have a billing statement with a due date between Friday the 12th through Sunday the 14th, 2018, please make your payment before 1 pm or call 505-863-1201 to make payment arrangements to prevent any disruptions to your utility services. The Planning and Development department will not be able to print building permits and issue Certificate of Occupancies. If you have any Planning and Development questions, please call 505-863-1240.

The City Clerk’s office will not be able to print Business Licenses during this time as well. If you have any City Clerk’s office questions, please call 505-863-1254.

We apologize for this inconvenience, but the upgrade will greatly enhance the sustainability and effectiveness of our enterprise software to serve you, our customers.

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OPINIONS Zuni Pueblo artists take a stand for Native American art authenticity By Zuni Pueblo ArtWalk Organization

n t he c e nt e r of t he Universe sits the Pueblo of Zuni. Here all things exist in an intermingling balance represented best by the pueblo’s artwork. Using the gifts of the Earth, Zuni Artists transform natural materials to tell the story of their people. Zuni Pueblo artists are

internationally recognized for their master craftsmanship in silversmithing, stone inlay, beadwork, fetish carving, pottery and more. For the Zuni people Art is more than a part of culture and traditions, it is a way of life. Eig ht y-plus percent of households in Zuni pueblo make a portion of their income from the sale of arts and crafts. However, as Wells Mahkee Jr.,

Executive Director of Zuni Pueblo MainStreet explains, th is way of life is being threatened: Zuni artwork is being replicated and manufactured en masse to be sold as ‘authentic’ Zuni art. This makes it very difficult for our artists to get fair prices for their work, and

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Zuni potter Gaylon Westika demonstrates how he makes his pottery for ArtWalk visitors. Photo Credit: Carle Eustace

GUIDE TO THE STARS WEEK OF OCTOBER 15

Venus and Mercury are in Scorpio Oct. 9-31. Prepare for intense communications that are fair and balanced. This will be a welcome change from the chaos of the previous weeks. Now is the time to dig deep and look for the truth. Madame G recommends you embrace the truth (not fear it) for as Keats said: “Beauty is Truth, Truth Beauty.” Good luck!

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct.22)

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

The truth cannot hurt you, but fear of the truth will. You may not like what you hear and it might cause some emotional upset (or indigestion) but you’ll be grateful in the end. It’s like ripping off a band aide — rip it off quickly and don’t focus on it. In the end, it’s better to know where you stand and see the reality of the situation rather than focusing on a false sense of security.

Don’t dwell in all the possibilities. This is much too grand a scheme. The purpose of education is the help you figure out what you most enjoy, are good at and that provides value. It may take a while but keep searching for what you want to see in yourself. Keep yourself open to the future and don’t get stuck on an idea of perfection. Life rarely works out so neatly, and that’s good.

What does balance, justice and fairness look like in your life? How will you bring these wonderful concepts to life? Figure out how you can make a valuable difference by being yourself. Good luck!

Sometimes the best defense is a good offense. So take matters into your own hands and focus on yourself. What do you need to do to be protected? What do you need to feel safe? Whatever is the case, do what you think is best. Your life is valuable, too. Be grateful for what you’ve learned and just accept that somethings don’t change. Take care of you.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20)

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)

Don’t give up! But know when to quit. This is the challenge and balance in life. The Sun is in Libra and this is the sign of balance, justice and fairness under the law. Ask yourself what it will cost you to stay or leave. This analysis isn’t always about money. Sometimes, there is a much higher emotional or spiritual cost that will NOT be worth the money. Think about it.

Keep it up! You’re doing great. Even if you need to rest now and then push forward when you need to and just enjoy what you have. Don’t get trapped in what you’ve lost. Enjoy what you have each day. Be grateful for the life you’ve lived. Be grateful for the people you’ve met. Learn to let go of your idea of perfection. Enjoy your daily life with no activity.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)

What can you do but keep on trucking on and doing your best. Don’t be afraid off the future — this causes anxiety. Don’t dwell on the past — this causes depression. Instead focus on the here and now. What is the one thing (no matter how small) that will help you reach your goals? How can you improve by just one percent today? Focus on that one percent. Make that good.

Ebb and flow are what make life great. There are times you need to push and times you need to pull back. It’s not always easy to know which is necessary, but that is the benefit of experience. You’ve encountered this before. However, if you’re just starting out — that’s wonderful, too! That means you get the benefit of trying and failing over and over before you get it right! YES!

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SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) Fear is a great motivator. It’s also a great de-motivator. Where do you fit on the spectrum? You can use fear to push you — you can also let it drown you. However, if you want to be FREE and live the way you’ve always wanted, you might have to accept a certain level of fear. You don’t need to let it rule your life. But one day you will die. Are you living free? Are you being you?

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) As Harriet Beecher Stowe said, “When you get into a tight place and everything goes against you, till it seems as though you could not hang on a minute longer, never give up then, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.” Don’t give up! You’re almost there.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)

Don’t forget to pack a lunch. This is going to be a bumpy ride and you might just need a snack. If confrontation just isn’t your thing, you may have the urge to run and hide. Though understandable, it’s not practical. Instead, focus on what you’re learning. Listen to others without responding and remember their truth is not always yours. Just listen and learn. You’ll be fine.

It’s hard to accept the truth at times, especially when you don’t want to hear it. But consider that everyone has their own lives to live and is doing the best they can. Instead of overreacting think about how your behavior affects others. Is it off putting? If it is, consider changing a few things, especially if they are things that can be changed, such as spitting at people or interrupting.

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ZUNI PUEBLO | FROM PAGE 13 also targets unsuspecting buyers who end up buying cheaply manufactured replicas. A group of artists in Zuni Pueblo is taking a stand against faux Native art and cutting out the middle man all together. During the ArtWalk Tour on Oct. 13 and 14, more than 20 traditional and contemporary Zuni artists open their workshops, such as potter Noreen Simplicio, silversmith Carlton Jamon, and fetish carver Jeff Shetima. “I was amazed to actually hold a piece of clay. Totally different than what I thought. Ms. Simplicio’s demonstration and presentation were wonderful,” said an ArtWalk attendee. “We were delighted not only by the great talent of the artists but also by the impeccable organization, and the warmful, smiling welcome we got from everybody in Zuni,” said another visitor. Tucked away in the Zuni River Valley in Western New Mexico, the Zuni people have held on to their native language, culture and traditions. All of which still hold a significant part of day-to-day life in the pueblo.

“Art is a way of life, art is a form of life, and art is life in Zuni. Art has been handed down from generation to generation for centuries,” artist Jeff Shetima said. “It is our culture, our heritage, and our tradition in Zuni. I am proud to say that ‘I am a Zuni artist.’” Zuni is a welcoming community and invites visitors in to explore and experience their culture. Visit Zuni Pueblo and experience the authentic culture and traditions through

the eyes of Zuni artists. The Zuni Pueblo ArtWalk invites visitors in to artists’ workshops to see them at work and purchase one of a kind items directly from the artists. T h e n e x t A r tWa l k Studio Tour event is Oct. 13-14 from 10 am-6 pm on Saturday and Sunday. V i s i t : w w w. z u n i p u e b loart.org. Facebook and Instagram: @zunipuebloart #madeinzuni

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ditor, I a m a vetera n of the United States Army, having served four yea rs in the Korea n Conflict. I am 82 years old and I have served my country along with three of my brothers who are deceased. We served our country and we were honored to serve our country. Having served our country, I am eligible for the benefits that come as a result of my ser vice. Unfortunately, this service is very difficult to access. In order to be served by the Veterans Affairs, I have to wait long hours to be seen by a provider. I have to arrange to have my family members transport me to the Albuquerque VA Hospital for specialty care. This is a two-and-a-half-hour drive one way and then I must wait 5 to 6 hours to be seen and treated before our return to Gallup, another two-and-ahalf-hour drive home. When I am in need of health care, this long journey and wait only adds stress that comes with making arrangements, driving and wait time. I am in deep gratitude to Senator Martin Heinrich for his attention to the needs of myself and other veterans who live in rural areas who find themselves at a great distance from medical care, care we deserve, having served my country in a

difficult conflict. I live in rural McKinley County and am a community member of Gallup, a community, which is known for having many Native Americans who served their country. After all, we are the most Patriotic Town in America (2013). Ma ny of Ga l lup a nd McKinley County veterans from all walks of life, like me, have difficulty accessing the medical care needed. The care we are currently receiving at the Gallup VA are received because of Senator Martin Heinrich and his work to expand the clinic for veterans, but this is only the beginning. With Senator Ma r ti n Heinrich as our supporter, we can look forward to a time when the medical care we need will be available within our community, so we do not have to travel an entire day for services, especially, when we are in need of more timely care. Please join me in supporting Senator Martin Heinrich for another term as our U.S. Senator. Respectfully and in gratitude to Senator Heinrich, a friend of veterans, William H. Arviso L ifel on g R an ch er an d Community Member of Gallup, Springstead, New Mexico

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success, and the district’s goal will continue to be meeting the needs of the faculty, students and parents. “We strive to do what’s be s t for t hei r ch i ld ren ,” Horacek said. “Expectations are high that we support our children.” Out of 35 schools, 10 schools earned a 3.0 or higher during the 2017-18 PARCC testing season. Crownpoint Middle, Del Nor te Elementa r y, Ga llup Middle, Jefferson Elementary, Miyamura High School, Red Rock Elementary, Stagecoach Elementary and Tse’ Yi’ Gai High School received a “B” grade for their students’ collective performance on the mandated test. Middle College High, a charter school losing its charter with the district, received a n “A” g rade, a long w it h Ramah Elementary School.

the d istr ict prov ides pro fessiona l development for t e a c h e r s a n d pr i n c i p a l s t o i m pr ove s t ude nt p e rformance as well as afterschool t ut or i ng at a l l 3 4 schools in the district. The a fter-school tutori ng sessions cost a rou nd $860,000, which includes bus transportation and summer sessions, Horacek said. The district emphasizes student performance success, he said, by investing resources and time into improving student achievement. “We’re helping our students become college and c a reer re a dy, a nd t h a t ’s important,” Horacek said. Accord ing to Horacek, the current structures will remain in place to help students build on this level of

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COMMUNITY Wellness center offers myriad health treatments to area residents By William Madaras Glass Lantern PR

allup resident Don Holland attributes his 86 years of relatively good health to the Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services Wellness Center where he works out most mornings from 8:30 am to 11 am. He enjoys the comforts of the new facility such as the numerous workout machines, space to exercise and natural lighting. “The old building was okay, but it was small and crowded,” said Holland, whose nickname was “Roadrunner” at the original facility where he could run from machine to machine. “Now this place is like state of art with tons of equipment and you don’t have to be Arnold Schwarzenegger to come here. The body is a complex machine and has to be kept in good shape for a long, healthy life.” Holland began his association with the center when it was

in its original, smaller home, a former kidney dialysis center where Holland went for rehab treatment after suffering from West Nile disease he contracted for mosquitoes while campaign at Navajo Lake. The former IBM engineer who retired in 1995 attributed his walking with a walking stick and not needing a wheelchair to a workout routine of lifting 80 pounds of free weights, 30 minutes on an exercise bike and using a workout station with several pieces of equipment. He also uses hand weights along with leg and arm body strengthening equipment.

HUNDREDS OF RESIDENTS BENEFIT Holland is just one of hundreds of area residents that rely on the RMCHCS Wellness Center as part of its healthcare outreach to Gallup residents, one of the services the hospital employs in its ongoing effort to provide

Don Holland, who attributes his 86 years of good health to RMCHCS, is assisted on a medicine ball at RMCHCS Wellness Center. Photo Credit: Courtesy COMMUNITY

RMCHCS Wellness Center is the only facility in the Gallup area that provides three types of care: occupational, speech and physical therapy. Photo Credit: Courtesy residents with healthy lifestyle choices, most of which are free to area residents. The center is a regional therapy center unique in its offering as the only therapy facility in the Gallup area providing three types of care occupational, speech and physical therapy. The Wellness Center can receive up to 7,000 patient visits per year, receiving referrals from wound centers, orthopedists and other specialized treatments, even rare diseases. Residents are treated for occupational injuries, strokes, sports ailments and accidents. The center provides three physical therapists, two physical therapy assistants, two occupational therapists and three speech language pathologists. The center also houses the physical activity component of RMCHCS’s Diabetes Prevention Services, a five-year funded grant program. The 1.6 million-dollar center was built with funds raised from a two-year effort through the hospital’s fund-raising arm, the Western Health Foundation. “Situated in a former kidney dialysis building, the Wellness Center is a state-of-the-art facility, which complies with the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ line-of-sight standards that emphasize patient safety in rehab settings. Our top floor is 9,200 square feet with therapy offices that look out over the clinic along with numerous

windows and a centered skylight that illuminates the building with natural light,” Greg Kirk, director of the Wellness Center, said.

COMMUNITY CENTER In addition to traditional medical treatments, the center takes on the persona of a community center. The two-story facility offers rehab services on its top floor while the bottom-floor serves as a 24/7 hospital employee fitness center. The gym also operates the “Silver Sneaker” aftercare program where community

members who no longer require formal therapy treatment can continue using the gym to practice a healthy lifestyle at no charge. Fitness classes are conducted in the mornings and evenings. There is also a “teaching kitchen” designed for cooking demonstrations and space to provide healthy choices in a simulated grocery store setting, blood drawings and more. In addition to the center’s medical wellness outreach, it also reaches out to the community in

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Navajo Nation mourns loss of Delegate Steven Begay Staff Reports

I N D OW R O C K — Navajo Nation President Russell Begaye and Vice President Jonathan Nez said the Nava jo Nation lost a great leader in the passing of Honorable Delegate Steven Begay (Na schitti, Coyote Canyon, Mexican Springs, Tohatchi, Bahastl’a’a’) on Oct. 4. On behalf of the great Nava jo Nation, President Begaye and Vice President Nez sent their deepest condolences to the family of Delegate Begay. Originally from Nashchitti, Begay, 43, was Tł’ááshchí’í born for Áshįįhí. His maternal grandfathers are Tódích’íi’nii and his paternal grandfathers are Dólii Dine’é Táchii’nii. Delegate Begay was a strong advocate who provided traditional guidance and perspective in his decision-making. “Yesterday, we lost a great leader. Delegate Begay sponsored many important bills that

WELLNESS CENTER | FROM PAGE 15 other ways. The center partners with the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization by mentoring local youth. It also fixes up old bicycles for the local Boys and Girls Club, which not only provides youths with recreation but reinforces the center’s goal of wellness care by enabling the city’s kids to take advantage of Gallup’s numerous rocky terrains with a fleet of mountain bikes.

improved the lives of our people,” Begaye said. “We give our condolences to his children, his family and the community that he served. We also send our condolences to the 23rd Navajo Nation Council.” Delegate Begay co-sponsored the 2017 legislation to purchase the Wolf Springs Ranch in Westcliffe, Colo. The proximity of the Wolf Springs Ranch to Tsisnaasjiní, one of the Navajo’s sacred mountains, was important to Delegate Begay. “For the Navajo Nation to gain a foothold near our aboriginal homelands located in Colorado was a great victory,” Begaye said. “Delegate Begay’s legacy lies within the work he provided to the Nation. He will be remembered for years to come because of it.” Vice President Nez joined the Navajo Nation in mourning the loss of the young, vibrant lawmaker. «We join the Navajo Nation in prayer for the family of Navajo Nation Council Delegate Steven

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President Russell Begaye stands next to Honorable Delegate Steven Begay (fourth from left) during the opening exhibition of the Navajo Treaty of 1868 at the National Museum of the American Indian in Washington, D.C., on Feb. 20. Photo Credit: Courtesy OPVP Begay. We offer our heartfelt condolences to his family during this time,” Nez said. “Please be considerate of his family during this time of grief and respect their right to privacy. Let us pray to God in unity for strength and

courage for his family during this somber time.” Begaye is calling on the Navajo Nation to hold the family, friends and colleagues of Honorable Delegate Steven Begay in prayer during this

time of mourning and grief. “We will continue to remember Delegate Begay for all the important work he’s done on behalf of the Navajo people and the Navajo Nation,” Begaye said. “The Nation mourns his passing.”

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‘Bad Times at the El Royale’ builds suspense, but ends up crumbling RATING: «« OUT OF «««« RUNNING TIME: 141 MINUTES By Glenn Kay For the Sun

few ye a r s b a ck , writer/director/producer Drew Goddard sur prised many a critic with The Cabin in the Woods, a freaky and fun deconstruction of the horror genre, jesting at its many tropes and why audiences enjoy them so much. Bad Times at the El Royale certainly feels like the work of the same filmmaker, experimenting with narrative timelines and attempting to build suspense by revealing small pieces of information instead of directly spelling out what and why things are occurring. All of the events unfold at El Royale motel near Lake Tahoe, situated on the border of California and Nevada (with a running state line visible through the middle of the establishment and each half of the locale decorated in a style representing a state). This vacant locale suddenly meets with the arrival of several guests; aspiring singer Darlene Sweet (Cynthia Erivo), salesman Laramie Sullivan (Jon Hamm), man of the cloth Father Flynn (Jeff Bridges) and the curt, secretive Emily Summerspring (Dakota Johnson). As the

arrivals are checked in by meek desk clerk Wade (Manny Jacinto), it becomes clear that all is not what it seems, either with these oddballs or the actual dwelling itself. The movie asks viewers to accept a whole lot of coincidences as the characters are introduced into the same space. Yet the tale begins very well, emphasizing a sense of mystery and focusing on humorous interactions between the extremely unusual patrons. As the timeline shifts to flashbacks and new information is revealed about each character and why they’re at the El Royale, there’s a real sense of wonder about how things are all going to be tied together. Erivo serves as a likable, relatable entry point into the story, Bridges exudes charm as a priest with a dark secret and Hamm’s character earns laughs from some off-handed comments. There’s also a funny gag early on involving the desk clerk’s introduction to the motel and its amenities that gets repeated to each customer. As mentioned, the first hour offers a great deal of enjoyment and interest. This is also a very good-looking movie, with the locale’s period production design really standing out. Yet, while the movie features a game cast and does a commendable job of building suspense, as the jigsaw is put together, the final picture isn’t as striking. The film is strictly a redemption story (well, it is for

“Bad Times at the El Royale,” starring Chris Hemsworth, Jeff Bridges, Cynthia Erivo and Jon Hamm, begins with promise but runs long and doesn’t quite tie together. Photo Credit: 20th Century Fox a few of the characters), and all of the pieces don’t tie together so much as they provide simple obstacles. This approach ultimately makes all of the previous oddities on display seem all the more implausible. A character named Billy Lee (Chris Hemsworth) eventually shows up for an extended third act. The climax provides a bit of tension but involves a series of lengthy confessions and

monologues and they eventually grow tiresome. After the credits roll, one will likely still have plenty of questions as to whether several red herrings and character histories were really all that necessary... particularly for a film with a lengthy running-time of over two hours and twenty minutes. It probably isn’t fair to compare this title to the creator’s previous works, but the style displayed instantly reminded

me of his earlier feature and this title ends up lacking in comparison. Bad Times at the El Royale starts with great promise and has some fine individual performances and moments, but ultimately falls apart during its shaggy second half when viewers discover that the big reveal isn’t actually worth all the trouble. V i s i t : w w w . CinemaStance.com

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‘22 July’ is among the year’s most powerful films By Glenn Kay For the Sun

his movie is currently available for viewing on Netflix. O v e r t h e years, writer/director Paul Greengrass has made many a film based around real-life incidents, including Bloody S u n d a y, Un it e d 9 3 a nd Captain Phillips. His latest is 22 July, a dramatization of the horrific 2011 Norway attacks that left 77 dead. While the subject matter is recent and distressing, this exceptional feature finds a way to tell the story successfully, ultimately focusing on the aftermath. Among the filmmaker’s many effective projects that are based on true events, this is his best one yet. That one sentence summary written above may be oversimplifying the movie, which deals with a great number of the persons involved. It shows the preparations of farright, ultranationalist Anders Beh r i ng Breiv i k (A nder s Danielsen Lie), as well as his bombing attack on government offices in Oslo. T he mov ie a l so dea l s with the harrowing events at Utøya, where teenagers at a youth league summer camp (which was funded in part by the administration) were

“22 July,” with Anders Danielsen Lie and Thorbjørn Harr, follows the horrific 2011 Norway attacks and the aftermath. Photo Credit: Netflix targeted and shot by the very same assailant. However, most of the feature deals with what happened afterwards. Viewers follow the insanity case prepared by defense a t t or ney G ei r L ipp e s t a d (Jon Øigarden) after hearing Breivik’s rationalization for his actions (which involves hateful anti-immigration and anti-multiculturalism sentiment, describing his attacks on members of the Labour Party and youth league as a necessary step to preserve his cultural heritage). However, it is Viljar (Jonas

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Strand Gravli) who receives the most attention as a shooting victim and survivor. Latter sections detail his grief and trauma, as well as the stress of deciding whether or not to make a statement in front of his attacker. There are about 100 ways in which this production could have gone wrong, but everything about the film is note perfect. On a technical lever, the photography contrasts some beautiful locations with a cool palate and uses handheld framing, underpinning and emphasizing unease and tension during the first thirty minutes. These early scenes are incredibly unnerving and difficult to watch (as they

should be). The movie wisely takes a low-key and understated approach to the overall story, with the excellent performers lending further authenticity to the proceedings. It never resorts to sentiment or sensationalism, simply recreating the story as realistically a s possible a nd following how the various parties process the events and ultimately come together to deal with tragedy. The discussions that follow are equally moving as Viljar begins opening up to another youth named Lara Rashid (Seda Witt) who also endured the Utøya shooting. There are subtle comments placed throughout, including a

line in which the refugee Lara states she doesn’t understand how anyone could possibly be afraid of her. It’s an astute, unpretentious little moment. The movie presents this and other conversations with lines that resonate. Frankly, I can’t find any way in which this tale could have been handled more sensitively or with more skill. Admittedly, this is a long movie, running at close to two and a half hours, but it’s also paced remarkably well. There aren’t any slow spots and each development leads to a new complication or realization right up until the finale. Director Greengrass never hammers viewers over the head with the message, but as mentioned previously, the point is abundantly clear and effectively delivered. Some may question why a movie like this needs to be made this soon after such a horrific tragedy, but many of the demented ideas detailed by the attacker haven’t gone away in the passing years... in some ways, they have only spread further. The film also arrives with the support of the families and survivors of the attacks. 22 July is an excellent, important movie and one that, much like one of its teenage protagonists, feels compelled to stand up and speak out against intolerance and extremism. V i s i t : w w w . CinemaStance.com

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DVD/Blu-ray Roundup for Oct. 12, 2018 By Glenn Kay For the Sun

s always, it’s another bu s y we ek w i t h plenty of intriguing Blu-ray a nd DV D arrivals. So 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! D o n ’ t Wo r r y, He Won’t Get Far on Foot - This biopic tells the story or cartoonist John Callahan, an alcoholic and paraplegic who eventually began finding a creative outlet in his art and whose work became a regular fixture of a Washington newspaper. The drama follows the man before and after his life-altering car accident. Reviews were generally good for the feature. Everyone found the lead performance impressive. A percentage complained that this real-life story had difficultly translating to the big screen and felt a bit forced, although more thought the eccentric artist’s tale was effectively rendered. It stars Joaquin Phoenix, Jonah Hill, Rooney Mara and Jack Black. Eighth Grade - The trials and tribulations of an introverted youngster are chronicled in this coming-of-age drama. We follow her progress during the trying final week of her Grade-8 class before moving to high school. It also details how the lead character attempts to use social media to work her way through personal issues. This independent effort earned raves from the press, with few negative reactions. Almost all comments suggested that this was a perceptive and compelling little film that expertly incorporates modern and unique touches into what could have been a series of tropes. The cast includes Elsie Fisher, Josh Hamilton and Emily Robinson. Gold Star - A troubled young woman wanders aimlessly through life after dropping out of music school. When her father suffers a debilitating COMMUNITY

stroke, the ex-student returns home to serve as his primary ca retaker. Through these strange circumstances, the two are forced to reconnect and deal with the various problems in their life stages. Reaction to this indie drama was also largely positive. There was a small group who didn’t care for the central character or her plight, but the majority said the leads were good and the film presented a likable, affirming tale of redemption. It features Robert Vaughn and Catherine Curtin. H o t e l A r t e m i s - T he f i r st hotel-themed release of the week involves a Los Angeles establishment that caters to cold-blooded killers, serving mainly as a hospital for attendees after their violent activities. When a wounded gang of bank robbers arrive with a mob boss and police in pursuit, tension rises at the location. Notices were fairly mixed on this action/sci-fi entry, with a few more writers recommending the feature than panning it. Jodie Foster, Sterling K. Brown, Sofia Boutella, Jeff Goldblum, Brian Tyree Henry, Jenny Slate, Zachary Quinto, Charlie Day and Dave Bautista lead the cast. Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation - Box-office returns were big for this family friendly animated feature. It’s s a sequel involving a family of monsters who are also proprietors of a hotel. This time, the clan also decides to take their own vacation on a cruise ship that caters to creatures. They soon learn that the ship’s captain harbors a dark secret. The movie earned OK notices with slightly more positive reviews than negative ones. Pans called it nice to look at but strictly for kids with bland, juvenile jokes. More upbeat reviews felt it was pleasant family fare. The voice talent includes Adam Sandler, Andy Samberg and Selena Gomez. Skyscraper - In the latest action picture featuring Dwayne Johnson, the performer plays a veteran now working as a security expert. When the lead arrives at a massive new skyscraper in

Hong Kong hoping to sell his skills, he and his family become trapped after a fire breaks out and the building is engulfed in flames. The prot a gon i st attempts to save them while facing off against the sinister persons who started the blaze. The press were mixed about this title. Nearly half thought the star was fun to watch and the movie presented a few enjoyable thrills. Slightly more noted the story was lacking and there was nothing here that disaster-movie aficionados hadn’t seen dozens of times before. It stars Neve Campbell, Chin Han and Noah Taylor.

BLASTS FROM THE PAST! It’s once again a busy time for Blu-rays of older titles. The MVD Marquee Collection has an interesting one called Art School Confidential (2006). This dark comedy about students competing to win a prize from their illustrious art school program is from director Terry Zwigoff and comic book creator Daniel Clowes, who were also responsible for Ghost World (2001). They’re also putting out the Denzel Wa s h i n g t o n title, Out of Time (2003). In this thriller, the actor plays a d e t e c t i ve investigating a murder in a small Florida town. This Bluray includes an audio commentary with the director, numerous featurettes, outtakes, cast screen tests and publicity materials. A mer ic a n F i l m Gen re Archives has an interesting little oddity arriving exclusively on DVD. It’s Ninja Zombie (1992), a little no-budget feature made many years ago by a youngster on Super 8 film. Apparently, it intersperses zombies, ninjas and other genre tropes in a way only a kid’s mind could imagine. Shout! has some films of note coming your way, too. They include a Collector’s

Edition Bluray of the remake of House on Haunted Hill (19 9 9). T he plot involves a g roup of visitors challenged with visiting a creepy, old mansion and surviving the night... doing so will net them $1 million dollars. The disc comes with a 2K scan of the film, new interviews with the director, composer and visual effects supervisor. The Shout Select line is delivering The Man in the Iron Mask (1998) on Bluray in a 20th Anniversary Edition. This well-regarded Three Musketeers tale with Leonardo DiCaprio, Jeremy Irons, John Malkovich and Gerard Depardieu has been given a new 4K scan from the original camera negative, as well as new interviews with the film’s producer and production designer, a director commentary, featurettes and a theatrical trailer. Perhaps the most anticipated Blu-ray coming this week from Shout! is Trick ‘r Treat (2007). This very effective Halloween-themed anthology has become a real cult item and has developed a huge fan following despite Warner Brothers barely releasing it to theaters a decade ago. This Collector’s Edition is being released with a new, director approved 2K scan of the original film elements. There are so many new features that it’s impossible to list them all here, but some of them include new interviews with crew members discussing the production and the growing fan base, a 2K scan of a short film from the director, publicity materials and a filmmaker commentary track. You can really tell the fall is here, as there seem to be more horror-related releases. This includes a Blu-ray of The Unnamable (1988) from Unearthed Films. Based on an H.P. Lovecraft tale, this film involves a group of college students who retreat to a country house and are attacked by a vicious female beast. This small, independent horror flick has been outof-print for a long time and arrives in high definition with a cast and crew commentary,

interviews with the make-up effects team as well as performers in the movie. Remember the teen comedy, Can’t Hardly Wait (1997)? Well, if you don’t you’ll be forgiven, as it has been some time since this original release of this graduation party feature. Mill Creek are putting out a “20 Year Reunion Special Edition” of the film with some extras included. S’More Entertainment is bringing viewers a couple of obscure little genre films to DVD. They include the Drew Barrymore horror picture. Doppelganger (1993). The plot involves a man who falls for a young woman, only to wonder if he’s dating the same woman that he fell for or a sinister, psychopathic double. They are also putting out a DVD of the zombie-comedy, Ed and His Dead Mother (1993). This small, hard-to-find film is quite funny and comes recommended. It stars Steve Buscemi as a nebbish introvert whose mom passes away. He makes a deal with a traveling salesman who can return her from the dead. However, while she looks normal, her behavior is bizarre and she develops an abhorrent taste for flesh.

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ON THE TUBE! And here are the highlights of TV-themed releases. The 100: Season 5 America the Beautiful: Complete National Parks Collection - 10 Part Series with Bonus C o n st a n t i n e: C it y of Demons: The Movie (animated DC Superhero TV-movie connecting short episodes) Eight Hours Don’t Make A Day (1972 West German TV-miniseries) Killing Eve: Season 1 (BBC) POV: Dark Money (PBS) Private Eyes: Season 1

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SPORTS 360 Crosstown rivalry brings fans together LADY BENGALS WIN AGAINST LADY PATRIOTS; MIYAMURA BOYS TAKE LEAD By Boderra Joe Sun Correspondent

he growth of soccer in Gallup is unbelievable, especially with a ut u m n of f ic i a l ly here — and the temperatures sure have dropped. Crosstown rivals Gallup High School and Miyamura High School boys and girls soccer teams put on a show for the town and their fans during a chilly evening Oct. 9 at the Public School Stadium.

GIRLS Within the first minute of kickoff, Bengals captain and senior Alicia Retana scored to put one on the board. Then at 18:30, Patr iots sophomore Justice Manuelito answered back with a score of her own, which ended the first half, 1-1.

ROUND 2 From 40 minutes to the last two, neither team gave up. Although the cold caused numbness and leg cramps, both teams knew they had

to finish the game and keep themselves on their toes. The ball was controlled and dribbled, and it made contact with heads, knees and cleats. Even on the sideline, girls attempted to stay warm by trotting up a nd dow n the field. Coaches paced back and forth, setting up their players. Fans kept warm with blankets, jackets and signs to cheer their team on. During the second half, the Patriots had plenty of opportunities to put one on the board again with their speed and mentality. A few shots were close as Bengals goalkeeper Mariana Vega kept the goal clear from shots that were on the ground or almost in but blocked. Vega moved up and out of the goalie box to try and put one in on the other side of the field on free kicks. T he Pa t r iot s h a d few opportunities to push the ball forward as Vega protected the Bengals’ home. C o m i n g d ow n t o t h e five-minute mark, one team had to win, and fans were on their feet.

Miyamura Lady Patriots Tryshelle Trujillo (15) dribbles past a Gallup Lady Bengals defender during a rivalry game Oct. 9 at the Public School Stadium. Photo Credit: Boderra Joe

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At 4:30, Ga l lup wa s favored with a corner kick delivered in the center and knocked in by sophomore Jorda n Ha n ley to put the Bengals in the lead. Despite the score, Miyamura kept their heads up and pushed the ball more to score before the ref blew the whistle. But the Patriots came up short, 2-1. The Miya mu ra Lady Patriots had a home game against Kirtland Central High School Oct. 11. The Gallup Lady Bengals’ next game will be 6 pm on Oct. 16 at Kirtland Central High School.

BOYS The Miya mura Patr iots a nd Ga llup Benga ls boys’ teams matched up after the girls’ game. Patriots captains led their team to dominate the game within the first few minutes, as captain Jacob Mortensen scored at 36:10. Two minutes later, Patriots captain Josiah Kruis scored again — he broke away from Bengals’ defense, faked a shot and scored to put the Patriots, 2-0. Miyamura controlled the game by hav ing clear and open passes to teammates a nd by s end i n g t he ba l l quickly to score. At 22:40, Patriots captain Steven Marquez scored a goal by dribbling along the sideline to knock it in, ending the first half at 3-0. T he Pat r iot s were too quick and too clever; two more goals were scored in the second half by Kruis and John Montjoy. The Patriots won, 5-0. The Miya mura Patr iots took on Kirtland Central High School at Kirtland Oct. 11. The Gallup Bengals will take on Kirtland Central at Public School Stadium Oct. 16 at 4 pm. For more information, visit: www.maxpreps.com

A Gallup Lady Bengals player battles against Miyamura Lady Patriots’ Casie Taylor (8) during a rivalry game Oct. 9 at the Public School Stadium. The Lady Bengals wore pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month and won, 2-1. Photo Credit: Boderra Joe

Miyamura Patriots’ senior Jacob Mortensen (8) dribbles quickly toward GHS Bengals opponents during a rivalry game Oct. 9 at the Public School Stadium. The Patriots swept the Bengals, 5-0. Photo Credit: Boderra Joe

A Gallup High School Bengals player is up in mid air to try and control the ball against Miyamura senior Josiah Kruis (7) during a rivalry game Oct. 9 at the Public School Stadium. Photo Credit: Boderra Joe SPORTS

INDIGENOUS | FROM PAGE 4 those who came to the rally. “We are here to show support about all the negativity towa rds Native A mer ica n people and the issues affecting them,” Larry Foster said. “Some are Navajo issues such as defending our treaty rights, the issue of Free Big Mountain

and Standing Rock. Many of these issues are brought out on this Indigenous Day that we want the public to know about and to support these issues.” Representing all indigenous women, Mattie Y. Foster proudly displayed her sign and spoke about the struggles, setbacks and problems facing the world’s indigenous women. She said even today, many

Musician Ryedale Largo sings a song and plays his drum at a celebration for Indigenous Peoples’ Day in downtown Gallup Oct. 8. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo

Participants of the Gallup Indigenous Peoples’ Day celebration burn sage and smudge attendees Oct. 8. Photo Credit: Cayla Nimmo

POLICE ACTIVITY | FROM PAGE 12 woman came up and said she was helping the suspected shoplifter. When Romancito checked their names with Metro Dispatch, she discovered the second woman, Nina Sloan, 38, of Window Rock, had an outstanding felony warrant so she was arrested for that while the original suspect was given a citation for battery.

DOUBLE BATTERY 9/28, Gallup A Thoreau man was arrested Sept. 28 after police were d i s pa t ched just after midnight to investigate a fight in the 2500 block of West Aztec Avenue. When police arrived on scene, they found Arvin Billy, 23, and another man. The men were told to sit in the court while police tried to stop a fight that was going on nearby involving two women and a man. W he n t h a t f i g ht w a s stopped, police noticed that NEWS

Billy had left and he was later found sitting behind a dumpster at the Kentucky Fried Chicken. A woman involved later told police she and her two brothers were walking past the apartment on West Aztec when they saw two individuals bust the window to the apartment. She said they kept walking as Billy and another woman came running out if the building, blaming them for busting the window. The five then allegedly began fighting, and during the fight, Billy was accused of hitting her two brothers with a socket wrench several times. The brothers were treated for their injuries, which medical technicians said were non-life-threatening. Billy was transported to the hospital after complaining of injuries to his wrist, but these were found to have occurred long before the fight. Billy was then reportedly transported to the county jail and charged with two counts of aggravated battery.

Native women suffer and succumb to the problems facing them. The solution, she said, is in speaking with and showing young indigenous women that they can endure and become strong. “Lots of our Native women are missing, being used, and

most are young women,” Mattie Y. Foster said. “It’s sad because most of them do have children and are left orphaned. We have to take care of each other and tell our young ladies to not be out there in this world where this is happening.” Tobacco was lit and the

crowd was blessed. Tilden thanked everyone for showing up and said it was yet a not her g re a t ye a r for Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The celebration wrapped up at the Cultural Center to a melodic drum beat and voices chanting in unison.

charged with breaking into a car after Gallup police investigated thefts from two vehicles. Xzavriel Payaso, 16, and Nathaniel Naswood, 17, were both charged with battery and burglary of a vehicle and were transported to the San Juan Juvenile Detention Center. The two were arrested about 11:30 pm on Sept. 28 when Gallup police were called to the Alon Gas Station, 1500 South Second St., when an alarm went off. GPD Patrolman Julio Yazzie said when he first met the two, they said they were headed home. He said he also noticed Naswood drop a leather item near his feet as he approached. It also turned out that Naswood had a folded knife in

his pocket and the knife had blood on the blade. Yazzie said Payaso was seen dropping a wallet near his feet. When asked about the wallet, he said he didn’t have one. It turned out, there was a report of a 2017 Chevy that was broken into at the Sports Page earlier in the evening and a wallet matching the description of the one found near Payson’s shoe was reportedly stolen. A cell phone was also taken in that break-in and police reported finding the cell phone in Naswood’s pocket. The two were also implicated i n a st abbi ng t hat occurred earlier in the evening. A witness told police he noticed three indiv idua ls

walking toward the Sports Page parking lot and one of the individuals allegedly threw a rock at a window. He ran after that individual and managed to catch him. The man said the two suspects then came running toward him. Payaso reportedly hit him in the back of the head, knocking him to the ground. When he got up, he said he saw Payaso lunge at him, and one hand hit him in a stabbing motion. He said he stepped back and the three individuals ran away. It wasn’t until he walked away that he noticed his shirt was wet and covered with blood. The victim was later treated for two stab wounds in the stomach.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR OCT. 12-18, 2018 FRIDAY, Oct. 12 GET UP AND GAME Noon-4 pm @ Children’s Branch, 200 W. Aztec Ave. Drop in anytime. Unwind from a busy week with video games and fun for the whole family. SATURDAY, Oct. 13 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. 9 am, Register for DV Walk at Police Station on Boardman; 10 am DV Walk Begins and ends at Courthouse Square; 11 am arrive at Courthouse for speakers, free lunch games face painting, resource parade and music. If your organization would like to join the resource table, contact: Battered Families Services (505) 722-6389. BOOK CLUB 2-3 pm @ @ Octavia Fellin Public Library Main Branch, 115 W Hill Ave. Join the We READ, We TALK Book Club for their October meeting. This month book club pick is Killers of the Flower Moon by Davis Grann. Call (505) 863-1291 or email libsuper@ gallupnm.gov. Location: Meeting Room. RAPS, SLAMS, AND SONNETS POETRY WORKSHOP 3-4 pm @ Children’s Branch. If you like Tupac or Shakespeare, the library is exploring different kinds of poetry. For middle school and older, make blackout poems, listen to great slam poetry and play a few rounds of Tupac vs. Shakespeare. SHOW OPENING A show of local art by local artists. 7-9 pm, Art All Around Us at ART123 Gallery, 123 W. Coal Ave. KIWANIS HOLLYWOOD NIGHT The seventh annual Hollywood Night gala hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Gallup. Entrainment includes: cocktails, a dinner-dance with music by a professional DJ and door prizes. Don your best attire and join the Kiwanis for “Putting on the Ritz” at Hollywood. Proceeds from this year’s event benefit local children through Kiwanis youth-oriented programs. Event tickets are available from Kiwanians or at the door. 7 pm, Gallup Elks Club, 1112 Susan Ave. GALLUPARTS CRAWL 7-9 pm: Downtown Gallup. A monthly event with local and regional artists, musicians and beyond. Theme: Sixth Sense. Where: Downtown Gallup. CALENDAR

SUNDAY, Oct. 14 TAIZE SERVICE A Taize contemplative candlelight service will take place at 4 pm. This is an opportunity for silence and spiritual refreshment. This service’s theme is “community” and will be explored through music, chant, prayer, quiet time, Scripture and readings of various faith traditions. Westminster Presbyterian Church-Gallup, 151 State Highway 564 (Boardman Drive near Orleans Manor Apartments). Call Kathy Mezoff (505) 870-6136. DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. 6pm, “Remember My Name” Candlelight Vigil. Held at the Courthouse Square in memory of those who lost their lives due to domestic violence. There will be speakers, music, and light refreshments. MONDAY, Oct. 15 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 just come and learn. This week: Intermediate MS Excel. TUESDAY, Oct. 16 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 just come and learn. This week: MS Word for Beginners. MAKER ZONE 4-5 pm @ Children’s Branch. We provide the supplies, you provide the ideas. WEDNESDAY, Oct. 17 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 is a chance for the community to learn about technology related issues and opportunities. Join us each month for discussions on technology related topics that affect the community. Sessions are free and no registration is required. Call (505) 863-1291 or email libtrain@ gallupnm.gov. This month’s topic: Fake News. We hear the term fake news used all the time but what does it really mean. Does the media produce news stories to trick people on purpose or is there more to it? Learn the truth about “fake news” and how to spot it.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT FILMS 5:30-7 pm @ Main Branch. This week’s film: Ready Player One. THURSDAY, Oct. 18 WINE AND PAINTING Register for Wine and Painting at galluparts.org/wine-andpainting. 6-9 pm, at ART123 Gallery, 123 W. Coal Ave. CRAFTY KIDS 4-5 pm @ Children’s Branch. Fun crafts for the whole family. This week’s activity: Monster Hats. AN EVENING WITH AUTHOR CHARLOTTE J. FRISBIE Author of Food Sovereignty the Navajo Way: Cooking with Tall Woman will present a book talk and signing. Frisbie is a retired anthropology professor who received her PhD in anthropology from the University of New Mexico. She began living and working with Tall Woman, her husband Frank Mitchell, and the rest of her family in Chinle, AZ, in 1963. The recipes included in the book are from Tall Woman [1874-1977] and her daughter, Augusta Sandoval, who assisted in processing them for publication. ONGOING ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Window Rock AA Group meets at Fellowship Hall WR Christian Center across from N.N. Fairgrounds/Wellness Center, Hwy 264, Mondays at 5:45 PM. 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 that will help you heal from the pain of your un-managed hurts, habits and hangups. Starts Tuesday, Aug. 14, 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 Wed. 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) 488-2166. 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) 726-8068 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-1 pm 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.

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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) 7219208, or (505) 870-1483. 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 noon-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 RUMMAGE SALE On Oct. 20, “Save the Date,” Bethany Christian Reformed Church is having a rummage sale. 8 am-2 pm, Bethany Christian Reformed Church, 1110 S. Strong Dr. Proceeds are for the building expansion fund. The youth group will have a bake sale. PET COSTUME CONTEST On Oct. 26, dress up your pet and yourself (if you want) and head to Rio West Mall for the Pet Costume Contest. There will be a 50/50 raffle, bake sale, and entertainment for the whole family. This will benefit the Four Corners Pet Alliance. 6 pm, Rio West Mall. FAMILY FALL FESTIVAL On Oct. 27, please accept the invitation to participate in the “Family Fall Festival.” This will include: a health education program, music, interactive games, pumpkin patch, health booths, and more. 10 am-2 pm, at McKinley County Courthouse Square. Show off your Halloween Costumes! 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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