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VOL 5 | ISSUE 228 | AUGUST 16, 2019

ICON OF THE WEST

El Rancho Hotel designated as historic site. Story Page 22

Students, Families, and Community Members, Gallup McKinley County Schools (GMCS) is excited to welcome students back to school for the 2019-2020 school year! We are eager for the many opportunities this coming year to educate and support our students while they continue to outpace the academic growth of students across the state.

Our students’ academic improvements in recent years demonstrates their ability to not only meet, but exceed expectations.

We want to congratulate our students, families and staff for their hard work and accomplishments. We are proud of all our GMCS students.

Over the past two years GMCS students have outpaced the largest ten school districts in New Mexico in proficiency improvements. With respect to proficiency increases across the state in 2018, GMCS students were #1 in Reading and #3 in Math. In 2019 our students outpaced the state again and became #1 in Math and #2 in Reading. Throughout the state others are taking notice of our students’ rapid gains. Over the past few months we have heard the Lieutenant Governor, the New Mexico Public Education Department, and other Superintendents speak

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about GMCS students and their increasing academic performance. We love to celebrate our students’ successes.

We are focused on setting high expectations for our students to continue this positive achievement trend by building relevance in our curriculum and cultivating positive relationships in our schools. Below are some highlights of new initiatives we are implementing in the 2019-2020 school year: • Career Pathways – Career exploration will be provided for all students in all grades. High schools will focus on implementation of specific career skill building coursework for students this year. In the 20202021 school year each high school student will enroll in a specific career pathway.

• Employability Skills – 6th through 12th grade students will learn employability/workplace skills to prepare them for current and future employment.

• Accelerated Placement (AP) and Dual Credit courses - AP and dual credit course participation will dramatically increase in the 2019-2020 school year. The McKinley Academy early college

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program, which serves students from across McKinley County, is growing rapidly and the number of students in an Associate’s Degree pathway has exceeded 350 students in 1 year.

McKinley Academy is the largest and best performing early college program in western New Mexico.

• Retaining and Attracting qualified staff - GMCS has significantly increased take home pay for all staff over the last 3 years. We are focused on retaining the great staff we have, and attracting highly qualified new staff to serve our students by offering competitive salaries.

• Academic Parent Teacher Teams – All

elementary schools will be implementing a program that supports students, families, and teachers collaborating together to encourage classroom skill development.

• Positive Behavior training for Middle Schools Middle schools will receive support and training in positive behavior development to support student success. Positive behavior training is a system of school supports to build upon and encourage positive student behaviors to create an ideal learning environment for all students.

Please review our 3 year strategic plan titled “ELEVATE 2022” on our website at GMCS.org for additional information on our student success goals, and actions we plan to take to achieve those goals.

As a district, we are dedicated to providing a quality education to all of our students through targeted goals and actions. We strive to perfect the services we provide to our communities as we educate and prepare our students to meet their future career and life goals.

We welcome your continued support in these efforts and thank you for all you do to support GMCS as we empower our future generations.

Respectfully, Superintendent Mike Hyatt

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NEWS Window Rock honors Navajo Nation Code Talkers VP LIZER VOICES DESIRE FOR CODE TALKER MUSEUM

By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

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I N DOW ROCK , Ariz. – The Navajo Code Talkers Day parade Aug. 14 was a show of appreciation, with a procession of the remaining code talkers, memorial walkers for code talkers who have passed, and local native royalty like Tse Ho Tso Native American Princess Rayanne M. Ownes and Window Rock High School Miss Native American Princess Kaitlyn G. Toledo.

The Navajo Nation Code talkers played a pivotal role in World War II by relaying messages in their native language that the Japanese could not decode.

The code talkers received no recognition until the declassification of their operation in 1968. Then in 1982, the code

The Navajo Code Talkers Day event in Window Rock, Ariz. Aug. 14 began with a parade from the Navajo Nation Fairgrounds to the Veterans Memorial Park. Photo Credit: Cody Begaye

Members of local Native royalty, including, from left: Miss Hozho Naasha, Miss Dine Land Gourd Society, the Chinle Agency Veterans Princess, and Miss Eastern Navajo, marched in the parade on Navajo Code Talkers Day Aug. 14 in Window Rock, Ariz. Photo Credit: Cody Begaye

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talkers were given a Certificate of Recognition by President Ronald Reagan, who also named Aug. 14 as Navajo Code Talkers Day. This year, Navajo Code Talkers Day was commemorated when visitors and tribal members gathered at the Veterans Memorial Park in Window Rock.

Ma ster of Ceremon ies James June said it is always a joyous occasion when the Navajo Nation comes together.

Other participants at the event included the Tsozile/ Mount Taylor Color and Honor Guard, the 2019 Devil Pups, and enrolled members of the Young Marines.

Navajo Nation Chief Justice JoAnne Jayne said the code talkers fought for our freedom, so we have to be very thankful

for their efforts.

“They fought for our language,” Jayne said. “[Code talkers] also served at school, at home, and at work. You helped us become who we are.”

Jay ne sa id the Nava jo Nation has been able to exist as a sovereign nation for as long as it has in large part due to the work of the code talkers.

“I’m thankful we’re here with you, and I am honored,” she added.

Navajo Nation Speaker of the 24th Council Seth Damon said the event marks a great day in history for both the Navajo Nation and the United States.

“Just know in times like this, you’ll always remember you’re blessed to meet one of the Navajo Nation’s global ambassadors,” Damon said. “[Code talkers] bent the arc of history for what they’ve done for this United States. [The commemoration] means honoring the Navajo Nation itself for being a resilient nation that has put forth generations of individuals who’ve fought and bled for this country,” Damon continued.

Damon said it is important that each Navajo person knows they come from a great nation.

“This is so future generations can know we have a strong culture,” Damon said.

Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez said the Navajo language is important, and the legacy of the code talkers and the language they spoke should continue to future generations. “[Our language] is how we won the war,” Nez said. “It is how we can enjoy life in our community.”

This day is more than just

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WHAT’S INSIDE …

NATIVE AMERICAN CATHOLIC SAINT SHRINE Ground broken for St. Kateri Tekakwitha monument

12 16 23 26 TRAVELIN’ JACK The legacy of New Mexico’s Adventure Dog

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STOLEN GOODS Gallup police inundated with calls of robberies

CEREMONIAL PARADE Shots from Gallup’s big summer celebration

MOVIE REVIEW Are these “Good Boys” really good, or bad?

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THE KIWANIS CLUB OF GALLUP Thanks All Sponsors and Players For Their Support of Its July 27, 2019 Tournament Tournament Title Sponsor Pinnacle Bank

Golf Cart Sponsors iHeart Media

Speedy’s Convenience Store

Club House Sponsors Castle Furniture / Tanner Insurance Gallup Journey Magazine Greg Plese, CPA

Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital Shush Yaz Trading Sundance Dental Care

Dinner Sponsors Butler’s Office Supply Company Mason & Isaacson, PA Dr. Lidio Rainaldi Munoz Properties Dynamic Signs Nizhoni Vision Clinic Edward Jones Investments Re/Max Combined Investments Family Medicine Associates Red Rock Insurance Gurley Motor Company Rico Auto Complex Joe Milo’s Trading Company Tony Gonzales, CPA Washington Federal Savings Bank The Kiwanis Club of Gallup will be celebrating its 100th Anniversary in 2020.

One project which the Club sponsors is its' Dictionary Program. Each school year, the Club buys dictionaries and members deliver them to all third-grade students within McKinley County. At the end of the school year, the students take their dictionaries home to keep.

For more information about the Club, contact: Andrew Rodriguez (409-3174) Mary Ann Armijo (870-1076) John Taylor (863-3770) NEWS

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City council discusses area transportation safety plan

By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

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n an effort to address high area fatality and serious injury rates, the City of Gallup was chosen as the subject of a traffic and pedestrian safety analysis and plan, which was presented to the Gallup City Council at its

regular meeting Aug. 13.

R o s a K o z u b, go v e r n ment - t o - gover n ment u n it supervisor for the New Mexico Department of Transportation, said the department has been working on the safety plan with City of Gallup staff, the public works planning department, and the public safety department since May 2018.

“The plan emphasizes priority for fatality and serious injury incidents,” Kozub said.

The vision of the plan is to make Gallup a safer place for residents and visitors to walk, bicycle, and drive.

The plan has four goals: • to reduce the potential for vehicle/vehicle, vehicle/ pedestr ia n a nd vehicle/

bicycle fatality and serious injury incidents; • enhance the common understanding of need for roadway safety improvement in Gallup; • p a r t n e r w i t h s a f e t y

practitioners within and outside of the Gallup community to enhance roadway safety; • and evaluate opportunities to enhance roadway safety with all infrastructure projects.

Jim Townsend, of Wilson and Company, the project team, said public input was sought through four outlets.

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The Gallup City Council heard a presentation from the New Mexico Department of Transportation Aug. 13 about an area transportation safety plan intended to reduce fatalities and serious injuries in traffic hotspots across Gallup. Photo Credit: Cody Begaye

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Cody Begaye Design David Tsigelman On the Cover The El Rancho Hotel, 1000 E. Hwy. 66, served as a base for many Hollywood productions since it was built in 1936.

Stars such as Juliette Lewis, Katharine Hepburn, Kirk Douglas, and Woody Harrelson are just a few of the countless names who have been in films produced in and around Gallup. Photo by Cable Hoover 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.

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BOB ZOLLINGER HIRES KNOWN CONVICTED CHILD SEX OFFENDER TO REPORT ON CHILDREN

Bob Zollinger, owner of the Gallup Independent, hits a new low and knowingly hires a convicted child sex offender to report about education and to gather information about your children.

Bob Zollinger has repeatedly shown his lack of care about our youth and schools for many years in his attacks on them and school staff. And to now be so negligent, reckless and arrogant to think our community will put up with his repeated total disregard for our children by knowingly exposing them to a convicted child sex offender with a documented history of child abuse and child pornography. This is sickening and he needs to be stopped!

To prohibit Bob Zollinger from posing this risk to our students GMCS immediately notified the police and issued a no trespass notice. We are also asking that due to Bob Zollinger’s repeated careless attacks towards our students, staff and many other community members that any subscribers to his newspaper consider ending their subscriptions. We also ask that anyone still advertising in the Gallup Independent consider stopping their paid advertisements as so many of us have already done. There are many media sources that care about the safety of our children, provide un-bias reporting, and are here to serve our community in a positive way and provides you and opportunity to hear the news. We have found that these media outlets are here to use your advertising dollars in a productive and safe manner.

The only way to end Bob Zollinger’s attack on our children and community is to remove his funding. He has made a lucrative lifestyle for himself off of the citizens of our community by attacking our children, spreading false stories, pitting people/ entities against each other, and even manipulating his own reporters articles to print his false version of events. And now he has reached the bottom in his recent actions of hiring and sending a convicted child sex offender to report about our children.

Many of us will no longer be a part of financially supporting Bob Zollinger and we hope that others will also see that associating themselves with this type of behavior is not benefiting them and is not what our community deserves.

We thank the Gallup Sun for being a respectful, un-bias, and supportive of all of our children and for allowing an avenue for many of us to report the truth.

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First Native American Catholic saint gets shrine GROUNDBREAKING AUGUST 11

Traveling eastbound a mile west of Exit 39 on I-40 it is easy to see how the traffic backs up.

Photo Credit: Babette Herrmann

Avoid long waits TRAVEL ON WEEKDAY MORNINGS

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astbound I-40 travelers and truckers a re being encouraged to drive t h roug h t he a rea a rou nd Exit 39 on weekday mornings to avoid major delays.

At this time, eastbound I-40 is reduced to a single lane, while westbound I- 40 ha s two lanes open.

A spokeswoman for the New Mexico Department of Transpor tation contractor working on a bridge rehabilitation, ramp and roadway improvement project, says backups during afternoons after 2 pm and on weekends

can be as long as four to six hours.

Since there a re no v iable detou rs, travelers a re encou r a ged to pla n t r ips with extra time included and pay attention to slow-moving com mercia l veh icle s a nd obey all posted traffic signs in the construction zone.

The project underway is located 18.7 miles ea st of Gallup, north of Jamestown at Exit 39. It runs from Mile Marker 37.6 to Mile Marker 4 2 . 8 , i n c lu d i n g E x i t 3 9.

P rojec t of f icia l s hope t o complete con st r uct ion i n

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Members of the Riley family from Laguna Pueblo, including Laguna Drummers, Eagle Dancers, and Butterfly Dancers, perform the Eagle Dance together at the Aug. 11 groundbreaking of the St. Kateri Shrine in Gallup. Photo Credit: Suzanne Hammons Staff Reports

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round has been broken on a new shrine to honor St. Kateri Tek a k w it h a at Sacred Heart Retreat Center, Mile Marker 167, N.M. Hwy. 602, Gallup.

St . K at er i Tek a k w it h a was canonized as a saint in 2012 and is the first Native American Catholic saint.

She is the patron saint of

Native American, Indigenous and First Nations peoples.

The Diocese of Ga llup, Knights of Columbus, and the Southwest Indian Foundation broke ground on the shrine Aug. 11 at 2 pm.

Construction is scheduled to begin within days and completion is tentatively scheduled for August 2021. It will include a chapel, museum and 40 outdoor rosary stations. Each station will be

marked by a niche, and each niche will be designed by a Catholic artist from a distinct Native American tribe.

P resent at t he g rou ndbreaking event were Bishop Ja mes S. Wa ll, the fou r th bi shop of t he Dioce se of Gallup; Carl Anderson, the 13 t h supreme knight of the K nights of Columbus; a nd

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Boys and Girls Club of Gallup receives grant

By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

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he Boys and Girls Club of Gallup, a non-profit organization, recently received a boost for their efforts to help local children build positive relationships, develop attitudes and behaviors to succeed in school, and get ready for careers, according to their website.

High Desert QSRs, which operates numerous restaurants across the Four Corners region, presented a check of over $5,000 to the Boys and Girls Club of Gallup Aug. 14. The funds come through the Taco Bell Foundation Round Up Program, which aims to help young people across the nation pursue educational dreams, according to their website.

Ma r isa Hutch i nson, CEO of Boys and Girls Club expressed sheer gratitude for the award. “I was pretty excited, a nd happy to get that community support from the business,” she said. Mr. [James] Rich has always been such a great supporter of Boys and Girls Club of Gallup.”

Ja me s R ich, f r a nch i se owner of High Desert QSRs, said his company enjoys giving back to Boys and Girls Club in the form of the annual foundation scholarships and grants. We’re very proud to support them,” he said.

R ic h s a id t he c o nt r i but ion s of t he Ta co Bel l Fou ndat ion a l low H ig h Desert to continue supporting the local community, and it is very important they stay active with non-profits.

“We see the demand. We see the need to support the ef for ts of Boys a nd Gi rls Club,” Rich said.

Hutchinson said the grant funds will be used to continue some of the Boys and Girls Club’s programs, including opioid prevention, alcohol prevention, homework help, riding bicycles, science, arts and crafts, and financial literacy. The end goal is to help local youth become responsible citizens and give back to their community. “[The grant] is going to help us continue to give to t hese k id s t h roug h t hese excellent programs,” she said.

Marisa Hutchinson, CEO, Boys and Girls Club of Gallup, and James Rich, owner of High Desert QSRs, stand with the Boys and Girls Club check presented by Taco Bell, Aug. 14, north side Taco Bell, 838 N. U.S. Hwy. 491, Gallup, N.M. Photo Credit: Akila Martinez

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early September, depending upon weather conditions.

T he projec t i s needed b e c a u s e t h e br i d ge a n d roadway are old and need to be upgraded to today’s standards.

The contractor, F isher Sand and Gravel, is working from 6:30 am - 7 pm six days a week to complete construction as quickly as possible.

At this time, workers are tending to the final part of the project and hope to open two lanes to eastbound traffic by next month.

W h e n c o m pl e t e d , t h e 5.2 mile stretch of I-40 will

provide: - Improved safety; - Improved roadway structural integrity; - New acceleration a nd deceleration la nes for the ramps at Exit 39; - New guard rail, signage and roadway striping; and - Improved erosion control P roject of f icia ls noted construction is also taking place on I-40 about 4 miles ea st of t he A r i zon a / New Mex ico st at e l i ne a nd i n Cibola County at the bridge over Rio San Jose.

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GMCS 1 & 2 -YEAR PROFICIENCY LEVELS IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS English Lanugage Arts 1 year Change in Percent Proficient Among 10 Largest Districts 7 6

5 4 3 2 1 0 -1

1-year Growth (2018-2019)

Albuqurque Public Schools

Farmington Municipal Schools

Gadsden Independent Schools

Gallup McKinley County Schools

Hobbs Municipal Schools

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0.1

1.7

3.7

5.9

Las Cruces Los Lunas Rio Ranco Public Schools Public Schools Publis Schools 2.1

2.1

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Roswell Santa Fe Public Independent Schools Schools -0.3

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English Lanugage Arts 2 year Change in Percent Proficient Among 10 Largest Districts 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0

2-year Growth (2017-2019)

Albuqurque Public Schools

Farmington Municipal Schools

Gadsden Independent Schools

Gallup McKinley County Schools

Hobbs Municipal Schools

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3.4

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9.3

7.7

Las Cruces Los Lunas Rio Ranco Public Schools Public Schools Publis Schools 3.5

3.7

2.7

Roswell Santa Fe Public Independent Schools Schools 2.5

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AT GMCS…EDUCATION MATTERS GMCS 1 & 2 -YEAR PROFICIENCY LEVELS IN MATH Math 1 year Change in Percent Proficient Among 10 Largest Districts 2.0 1.0 0.0 -1.0 -2.0

-3.0 -4.0 -5.0

1-year Growth (2018-2019)

Albuqurque Public Schools

Farmington Municipal Schools

Gadsden Independent Schools

Gallup McKinley County Schools

Hobbs Municipal Schools

Las Cruces Public Schools

Los Lunas Public Schools

Rio Ranco Publis Schools

Roswell Independent Schools

Santa Fe Public Schools

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Math 2 year Change in Percent Proficient Among 10 Largest Districts 4 3 2 1 0 -1 -2 -3

2-year Growth (2017-2019)

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Albuqurque Public Schools

Farmington Municipal Schools

Gadsden Independent Schools

Gallup McKinley County Schools

Hobbs Municipal Schools

Las Cruces Public Schools

Los Lunas Public Schools

Rio Ranco Publis Schools

Roswell Independent Schools

Santa Fe Public Schools

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Travelin’ Jack’s Story

OLDE ENGLISH BULLDOGGE JULY 4, 2008 – AUGUST 10, 2019

participated in conferences and dog-hosted numerous pet-oriented events. And like any good celebrity, Jack adopted his own ‘pet project’ i.e. worthwhile cause. Travelin’ Jack’s favorite

By Jill Lane Travelin’ Jack’s Person, Co-Author, Fundraising Partner, PR Agent, Travel Partner, Chauffeur, Personal Chef & Partner in All Things Good For the Sun

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ack’s story began in January 2009 when I adopted him from the Pueblo Animal Shelter.

He was relinquished at the age of seven months old by his first owner because “he got big.”

This excuse by a non-committed owner was the greatest gift I ever received. From the beginning he was supposed to be a pet, but that first trip from Colorado to New Mexico began his legacy as Travelin’ Jack.

Travelin’ Jack was immediately put to the task of becoming the most famous … and hard-working dog in New Mexico. He quickly became New Mexico’s Adventure Dog and pre-eminent dog-expert on Pet Travel. Since his entrance into the public media arena, he

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Isotope Jack. Jack’s attempt to be one of the Boys of Summer. They wouldn’t draft him in spite of his good Travelin’ Jack. Ready for his next Pet-cation. He always carried his traveling tote looks. They said his bulldog legs were too short. Photo with his pet travel supplies, as well as his suitcase packed wardrobe. Sometimes Credit: Jill Lane he traveled Indognito ... to avoid the Puparazzi. Photo Credit: Jill Lane captured the hearts, attention and exposure of people and

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pets alike. Jack appeared on Television, Radio, and Print. He

charitable endeavor: promoting and sharing the message regarding Animal Adoptions, Rescue and Animal Welfare organizations.

His first book, Travelin’ Jack’s Story…from Shelter to Star, published in 2010 espoused the benefits of Pet Adoption. Jack also appeared on the cover or was incorporated into numerous other publications including books, magazines and internet sites.

Travelin’ Jack’s TV career started in December 2009 when he landed a role on the TV show “Travel Guide New Mexico”.

He had his own segment called JACK’S TRACKS where he reported on pet friendly travel destinations a rou nd New Mexico. That show carried over to regular monthly segments on the New Mexico CBS and Fox New Mexico TV affiliate shows where he and Jill reported on ANYTHING PET…from petfriendly travel to Fashion to Animal Health and Welfare. His last TV appearance was this 4th of July on the subject of pet safety during 4th of July fireworks. Jack also appeared in a number of TV commercials, including a Ford Commercial.

He partnered (and modeled for) PetSmart on pet product promotions and was even included in a Dr. Oz segment on national

TV. His dog adventures included travel, the likes of which most dogs only dream about.

Jack’s adventures have been shared throughout the media world, via TV, radio, magazines, brochures, websites, blogs & social media.

Always ready to share his adventures with his Facebook and real-life friends and fans, i n Ja ck’s wor d s…“Here are a few of my favorite pet adventures.”

• Hot Air Ballooning. While this adventure might not be the norm for the average JoeDog, I loved it and I know many balloonists’ dogs fly with their people. It’s a doggone grand adventure to fly high in the sky and look down on the world below.

• Zip Lining. I may be the 1st dog in the world to ride a Zip Line. And I reveled in this adventure at Ski Apache Ski Area, where they made an exception and included me on a special mile-long zip line ride. It was awesome!

But (disclaimer here), it is not an activity for the average Joe-Dog. • Ski Gondola Ride. Yes, this is a pet friendly adventure for the whole family. There are several ski areas in New Mexico that include the dog.

While some of the group skis down the slopes, Fido and Grandma…or whoever can hike around the mountain top, take pics galore and breathe in the fresh mountain air and beauty. Then re-board the gondola for the ride back down. This adventure is good for ANY dog!

• Boating. From kayaking to floating on a pontoon boat, the lakes and rivers provide many adventures for the outdoor lovers. I’ve experienced most of them.

• Cardboard Derby Race We’ve participated in a race at Sipapu Ski Area racing down a ski slope in our custom built ‘Dog Sled.’ Jill and I took a ‘spin’ down the mountain. I give this a paws-down for the less than crazy dog.

It’s better to watch from the sidelines and eat a burger later.

• Sa nd Du nes Sledd i ng W h it e S a nd s Na t io n a l Monument. This is FUN for even the most laidback pup.

You can also tour the park in your car and enjoy the

TRAVELIN’ JACK | SEE PAGE 28 NEWS

Department of Health Department of Health reports issues warning for first New Mexico West Nile case heat-related illness in southeast NM Staff Reports

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he New Mex ico Department of Health encourages persons i n sout hea st New Mexico to rest, drink a lot of water, and get under shade when they are outdoors to reduce the risk of heat-related illness as the temperatures will remain high this week, especially in the following counties: Chaves, Eddy, Lea, Roosevelt and Quay.

NMDOH conducts surveillance for heat-related illness and has received reports of 21 emergency depar tment visits and two hospitalizations in the past week due to HRI. Through recent data analysis, the New Mexico Environmental Public Health T ra ck i ng, Env i ron ment a l Health Epidemiology Bureau, Epidemiology and Response Division, has found that even though temperatures of 86 degrees Fahrenheit may not seem high, this is the temperature at which people start to go to the hospital for heat-related problems. It is anticipated that these high temperatures will persist into next week.

“People in southeast New Mexico who work outdoors should especially take precautions such as frequently going indoors to a place with

evaporative cooling or central air conditioning to cool off, staying well-hydrated, and by taking breaks often in shaded areas,” said Cabinet Secretary Kathy Kunkel. “These steps are also recommended if you play sports or are hiking, fishing, and camping so you can avoid getting ill.”

Heat-related illness can have many symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, cramping, and weakness. To help New Mexicans and visitors spot the signs of heat-related illnesses, and to help them avoid becoming ill, NMDOH offers tips at https://nmtracking.org/health/ heatstress/Heat.html During the hottest part of the day, 11 am to 6 pm, you should avoid being outside if you can. To cool off, NMDOH suggests you visit public spaces such as libraries, community centers, senior centers, local museums or learning centers, and public swimming pools. If your community offers a cooling center or station, stop by. If school is in session, it is recommend that classes have recess and P.E. early in the morning and move indoors for the hotter hours.

In addition, NMDOH urges New Mexicans to never leave anyone or pets in a parked car.

While running errands, take babies, children, pets, and elders inside with you.

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he first human case of West Nile virus infection in New Mexico in 2019 has been confirmed in a 42-year-old woman from Doña Ana County. The woman required hospitalization and is recovering from the disease, according to a N.M. Dept. of Health press release, issued Aug. 12.

West Nile virus is a disease transmitted by mosquitoes that can sometimes be fatal. In New Mexico, there have been cases of West Nile virus every year since the virus migrated to New Mexico in 2003.

Mo s q u it o p opu l a t ion s tend to rise all over the state of New Mexico following the increased precipitation originating from the monsoon rains. Female mosquitoes lay their eggs in standing water, where hundreds of mosquitoes can emerge at once. Mosquitoes can carry diseases, including West Nile virus, that can make you and your family sick. It only takes one bite from an infected mosquito for a person to get sick.

The New Mexico Department of Health urges New Mexicans to take precautions to protect themselves against West Nile virus. Last year there were seven confirmed cases in New Mexico, including one fatal case, and in 2017, there were 33 confirmed West Nile virus cases in New Mexico, with one reported death.

To continue reducing the chances of a mosquito bite that can transmit West Nile virus, NMDOH recommends that people should: Use an approved insect repellent ever y time they go outside and follow the instr uctions on the label.

A mong the EPA-approved repellents are those that contain DEET, picaridin, IR3535 and oil of lemon eucalyptus/ para-menthane-diol.

Regularly drain standing water, including water collecting in empty cans, tires, buckets, clogged rain gutters, saucers under potted plants, birdbaths, wading pools, and pet’s water bowls. Mosquitoes that spread West Nile virus breed in stagnant water.

Make sure rain barrels are tightly screened.

Wea r long sleeves a nd pants at dawn and dusk when mosquitoes are most active.

Use air conditioning or make sure there are screens on all doors and windows to keep mosquitoes from entering the home.

“West Nile virus can be a health concern anywhere in New Mexico until after the first hard frost in your area of the state,” said Department of Health Secretar y Kathy Kunkel. “Until colder weather takes hold, take precautions against mosquito bites wherever mosquitoes are active.”

There are no medications to treat or vaccines to prevent West Nile virus infection.

People 50 years of age and

older and those with other health issues are at a higher risk of becoming seriously ill or dying when they become infected with the virus. If people have symptoms and suspect West Nile virus infection, they should contact their healthcare provider.

Symptoms of the milder form of illness, West Nile fever, can include headache, fever, muscle and joint aches, nausea and fatigue. People with West Nile fever ty pically recover on their own, although symptoms may last for weeks to months.

Symptoms of West Nile neuroinvasive disease can include those of West Nile fever plus neck stiffness, stupor, disorientation, coma, tremors, convulsions, muscle weakness and paralysis.

Horses can get sick with West Nile virus too. To protect your horse against West Nile virus: Consult your veterinarian to ensure the current West Nile virus vaccination status of your horse.

Routinely apply horse-specific insect repellant on your horses.

Minimize horse exposure to mosquitoes during peak mosquito feeding periods at dawn and dusk.

For more i n for mat ion, i nclud i n g fa c t she et s i n English and Spanish, about how to protect against West Ni le v i r u s , v i s it ht t p s: // nmhealth.org/about/erd/ideb/ zdp/wnv/.

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A N TA F E , N M – T he New Mex ico Department of Health would like to clarify that the Alternative Wr it of Ma nda mus, which was signed by Judge Bryan Biedscheid on Aug. 5, which proposes to compel NMDOH to issue medical cannabis ca rds to out- of-state residents, is not a final decision NEWS

of the Court.

Pursuant to the A lter native Wr it of Ma nda mus, NMSA, 44 -2-7, the Depa r tment of Hea lth is permitted to file, in the ‘a lt er n at ive’ t o en rol l i ng non-residents, an Answer to the Alternative Writ to show why it should not be required to enroll non-residents.

The New Mexico Department of Health maintains that it is not required

by law to enroll non-New Mexico residents as qualified patients in the NMDOH Medical Cannabis Program a nd a nt icipates f i l i ng it s answer Aug. 19 and appearing before Judge Biedscheid at the hearing on Aug. 21.

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couple is now facing charges after getting into a confrontation w it h t wo Ga l lup police officers Aug. 7.

Gallup police officer Victor Madrid said he was dispatched to the Dollar General at 1701 S. Second St. about 2 pm in connection with a report of two females fighting.

When he got there, he saw Gallup Sgt. Emery Holly trying to hold down a woman, later identified as Maria Fastwolf, no age or home town listed.

Fastwolf was kicking and yelling, Madrid said, adding that he could see Holly was already bleeding from his face and arm.

Madrid said as he placed handcuffs on Fastwolf, she continued to kick and scream at another female. At that point, Fastwolf’s boyfriend, Charles Begay, 31, of Red Rock, walked into the store.

He grabbed Fastwolf by the foot and said, “Let’s go.” Madrid said he told Begay to back off, at which point Madrid said he stood up and started cursing at him.

Madrid said he continued to tell Begay to step back.

Mad r id sa id he wa s t hen told by Holly to detain Begay for obstruction. Begay then walked out of the store and Madrid followed him out, telling him to turn around and place his hands behind his back.

Madrid said he grabbed Begay’s wrist and he started b a c k i n g a w a y. T h e t w o

struggled and Begay stepped on Mad r id’s foot, causing Madrid to fall to the ground.

subdue him and put him in handcuffs. Begay was then

transported to county jail and charged with battery on

a peace officer and resisting arrest.

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CATHOLIC SAINT | FROM PAGE 8 Maria Fastwolf As he was getting up, he said Begay struck at him with his f ist, k nocking his gla sses off.

Madrid said he then backed away as Begay swung at him again with his fist. Madrid said he then pepper sprayed him, causing Begay to start running away. Madrid said he caught up with him but Begay continued fighting.

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Alleged child sex abuser absconds from pre-trial release FBI ASKING FOR PUBLIC’S HELP LOCATING MAN Staff Report

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ILMINGTON, Del. – David C. We i s s , Un i t e d States Attorney for the District of Delaware, announced that Stephen S. Landes, 29, of Roswell, N.M., pled guilty Aug. 12 to making interstate bomb threats, before the Honorable Richard G. Andrews, United States District Judge for the District

of Delaware.

I n M a y 2 018 , L a n d e s made bomb threats to the Walmart and the Georgetown Elementary School, both in Georgetown, Del. for the purpose of “swatting” a Delaware resident.

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LBUQUERQUE – A man charged federally with aggravated sexual abuse is being sought for allegedly absconding from pre-trial release in Albuquerque.

Jan Jay Moolenijzer’s last known location was Tucson, Ariz.

T h e F B I a r r e s t e d M o o l e n ij z e r i n Albuquerque on Sept. 8, 2018, after a federal criminal complaint was filed. He was indicted on four counts of aggravated sexual abuse on March 27.

Moolenijzer, 68, was placed on strict pre-trial conditions of release on Sept. 18. He allegedly left an Albuquerque halfway house without permission on Aug. 5.

A federal warrant has been issued for Moolenijzer’s arrest.

Moolenijzer was born in California, but has lived in New Mexico, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Boliva.

The following is a description of Moolenijzer: Race: White Height: 5’ 9” Weight: 185 pounds Hair: Blond

WANTED: Jan Jay Moolenijzer Eyes: Brown Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Moolenijzer is asked to contact the FBI at (505) 889-1300 or online at tips.fbi.gov.

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Weekly Police Activity Reports Staff Reports

MONEY THIEF Gallup, Aug. 1 Pamela Patterson, of Gallup, reported to police that she was robbed of $100 while she was shopping at Albertsons.

She said she was at the counter at about 1 pm getting ready to pay for her purchases when it happened. She said she had $400 and was preparing to pay, when she dropped her money.

She went to pick it up, but when she counted it, she only had $300. She reported that a n A fr ica n-A mer ica n ma n wa s sta nding next to her at t he cou nter. W hen she found out she was $100 shor t, she looked a rou nd a nd saw the ma n wa lk i ng away quickly.

She convinced management to allow her to view video taken during that time. She said she saw the man pick something up from the floor and place it in

his pocket.

Police have no suspects.

WINDOW BREAKER G a l lu p, Aug. 1 A St. Michaels man was cited for destruction of pr ivate property after Gallup police received a report of someone breaking windows at a local gas station.

Gallup Patrolman Harland Soseea h sa id he wa s dispatched to the 700 block of U.S. Highway 491 about 10:30 pm on Aug. 1 to respond to reports of a person throwing rocks at businesses in the area.

W hen he got there, he fou nd R oyce Q u i n n Henderson, 30, in the area. He matched the description from the report.

Soseeah said Henderson being confrontational at first,

claiming Soseeah was only a security guard and he was going to kill security. Once Soseeah identified himself as a police officer, Henderson calmed down, but denied that he had thrown any rocks.

Soseeah said he then met with the complaining party, who identified Henderson as the man he saw throwing rocks at businesses but the man then refused to identify himself, saying he wanted to remain anonymous.

Soseeah tried to convince him to give his name only for the official record, but he still refused and left. Soseeah said he decided to detain Henderson anyway.

A little later, he talked to the owner of the Alon Gas Station, 500 U.S. Hwy. 491, which had its two front windows broken by rocks. The man showed him a video which identified Henderson as the man responsible.

Henderson was given a summons to report to court for felony property damage.

ARGUMENT TO ASSAULT Gallup, July 31 Shavonne Paradise was arrested

by Ga l lup p o l i c e fo r repor tedly attacking her trailer roommate after an argument.

Gallup Patrolwoman Nicole Diswood said she was dispatched to the residence on Kevin Drive about 9 pm on July 31 where Paradise, 38, lived with Randy James.

James was hiding in a bedroom in the back of the trailer and Diswood said she saw that he had extensive bruising to the left side of his face.

He said when he came home, he found Pa radise talking to another man. The three got into a discussion which soon became an argument, a nd Ja mes sa id he decided to leave the two and

put on his headphones to listen to music.

James said a short time later he was jumped by both Paradise and the man, who hit him several times and then left the trailer.

He said he then fell asleep and woke up to see Paradise trying to crawl into the building through one of the windows. He said he let Paradise into the tra iler, at wh ich point she began screaming at him and pushed him, telling him he should leave the residence. He said he then went into a back room and called police because he was afraid Paradise would damage the trailer.

Diswood sa id she then attempted to talk to Paradise to get her side of the story but she became verbally aggressive. Because of the injuries to James, she was then a r rested a nd tra nspor ted to McKinley County Adult Detention Center for charges of battery against a household member.

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allup police are investigating reports of several break-ins that occurred in the area on July 31 and Aug. 1.

On July 31, Roger Lewis, who lives on the 2500 block of

East Aztec Avenue, reported a shed and a truck he owned had been broken into.

Entry to the shed had been made by breaking the front door lock. A pickup in the driveway had also been rummaged through. The door had been unlocked.

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At the time of the report, Lewis said he did not know if anything had been stolen.

The police received another report July 31 from Cammish Chischilly, who was visiting from Las Cruces.

She said her car was parked across from Goodfellas Sports Lounge when someone broke one of the windows. She said she had been involved in an argument with one of her relatives just before she discovered the damage,.

Police are still uncertain who was responsible, and no arrests have been made.

Also on July 31, police received a report from Alberta Bowman, who lives on the 300 block of Coyote Canyon Drive.

She sa id someone had broken into her shed. A lawn mower and a fan were reported stolen by Bowman. There are no suspects.

Another report on July 31 came in from David Perez whose home is listed as being in Carlsbad, Calif.

He and relatives had gone to the 9:30 pm show at the

Red Rock 10 movie theater.

When they came out, they found one of their car windows had been broken and his grandmother’s purse had been stolen.

The purse contained a small amount of cash, financial papers and credit cards. There are no suspects.

Sea n Sker sick, who lives on the 400 block of Boardman Drive, reported on Aug. 1 that someone had broken into his vehicle sometime during the night. There was no damage to the vehicle and Skersick said it may have been unlocked.

Several items, including $15 in cash, were reported stolen.

There are no suspects.

Virginia Yellowhorse, who lives on the 3100 block of Blue Hill Avenue, also reported on Aug. 1 that someone had broken into her car in her driveway sometime dur ing the night.

She told police she wasn’t sure if her car door had been locked. One of the items reported stolen was a black

wallet containing several credit cards.

She said that by the time she notified police at 10 am, her credit cards had already been used at several stores including Walmart and Safeway where someone had charged more than $1,000.

Francis Amthor, who is from Cook, Tex., told police Aug. 1 that he was staying at the Gardenia Motel, 1305 W. Hwy. 66.

He said sometime during t he n ig ht , s omeone h a d removed the cover in the bed of his pickup and stolen a barbell weight set valued at $60. There are no suspects.

James Pate, from Okla homa City, wa s staying at a local motel. He told police that when he got ready to leave Aug. 1, he found that someone had smashed the rear window of his vehicle and stolen a bunch of clothes a nd electronics va lued at more that $300.

He also said about $800 in damage was done to his vehicle. There are no suspects.

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WEEKLY DWI REPORT Staff Reports Ja’maurice Comeraux Aug. 11, 2:00 am Aggravated DWI McKinley County Deputy Frank Villa Jr. sa id he wa s on reg u l a r patrol going southbound on U.S. Highway 4 9 1 approaching Maloney Avenue when he saw a car being driven erratically.

He said the car appeared to make a turn onto Maloney Avenue, but instead it began t r a vel i n g s ou t h b ou nd i n t he nor t hbou nd la ne s on Munoz Overpass. As he pursued it, Villa said he saw it enter the westbound lane of Interstate 40 going the opposite direction.

He went on the eastbound lane to warn oncoming traffic that a car was driving the wrong way, but as he did, he

saw the car turn around and start driving in Munoz again.

He said he found a break in the median to turn around a nd b e g a n pu r s u i n g t he car again, finally catching up to it as it reached State Highway 602.

The driver finally stopped a nd Villa sa id he ordered him to get out of his car with his hands above his head. He was identified as Ja’maurice Comeraux, 26, of Opelousas, La . W hen a sked if he had been drinking, he said no, but then admitted to having two beers.

He a g reed t o t a ke t he sta nda rd f ield sobr iet y tests, but fa iled them. He then refused to take a breath alcohol test.

Comerau x wa s booked into McKinley County Adult Detention Center.

Pamela Yazzie Aug. 10, 2:06 am DWI (first offense) McKinley County Sheriff Deputy Eric Jim said he was driving east on Interstate 40

approaching Ex it 22 when he saw a ca r being driven er rat ica l ly, d r iv i ng of f onto the shoulder several times.

Jim said he followed the car as it left the interstate at Exit 22, and then stopped it shor tly a f ter the d r iver t u r ne d e a s t on H i g hw ay 66. Once t he veh icle wa s stopped, the driver was identified as Pamela Yazzie, 45, of Smith Lake.

W hen a sked if she had been drinking, she said she wouldn’t lie and said she had si x beers at the Sha lima r Inn. Yazzie agreed to do the standard field sobriety tests and failed. Later, she took a breat h a lcohol test a nd posted samples of .14, .11. and .11.

Yazzie was later booked into McKinley County Adult Detention Center.

PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING NOTICE DATE: Wednesday, August 21, 2019 TIME: 6:00 pm PLACE: Larry Brian Mitchell Recreation Center 700 Montoya Blvd., Gallup NM

PURPOSE OF MEETING: The City of Gallup and Councilor Linda Garcia, along with a representative from DePauli Engineering Services, will hold an informational public meeting to address any questions or concerns regarding the upcoming Whole Block Reconstruction Project.

Scope of work will be Marguerite Franco Street & Wilson Avenue between Montoya Blvd and McKinley Avenue. Project will consist of the removal of existing curb and gutter, soil and sidewalk, and replaced with improved curb and gutter and ADA compliant sidewalks. Work shall also include new drive pads, double C inlets,storm drain manholes with covers, base course and asphalt patching. Work is expected to begin August 27, 2019.

For any questions regarding the meeting, please contact the City of Gallup Public Works Department at 505-863-1290.

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Smith Lake man sentenced to 18 years on sexual abuse charges VICTIM UNDER THE AGE OF 12 Staff Reports

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L BUQU ERQU E – Galvan L. Betonie, 25, a n en rolled member of the Navajo Nation who resides i n Sm it h L a ke, N.M., wa s sentenced Aug. 14 i n federa l cour t in A lbuquerque to 216 months of imprisonment for his conv iction on two aggravated child sexual abuse charges.

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Galvan Betonie 18, 2016. According to the ple a a g r e eme nt , B e t on ie sexually abused a child who had not attained the age of 12 years.

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TRANSPORTATION | FROM PAGE 6 “We tried to create a very open, transparent environment to gain input from stakeholders, and those who know [the] community best,” Townsend said.

The team first spoke with stakeholders who are part of the planning group, including staff from the City of Gallup, the Gallup-McKinley County Chamber of Commerce, the Northwest New Mexico Council of Governments, the McKinley County Sheriff’s Department, the New Mexico Department of Transportation, and the New Mexico Department of Health.

Then, the sur vey asked members of the community to identify issues with traffic and pedestrian routes. Townsend said they received 38 survey responses.

The project team also provided information brochures about what the safety plan

entails.

Then there was a series of open houses and workshops in public spaces, where community members could hear about the safety plan.

Based on the data they o b t a i ne d a nd a n a l y z e d , Townsend said six focus areas were identified based on roadway types and crash trends.

The focus areas included a stretch of Highway 118 from Allison Road to Interstate 40; the stretch on Highway 491 from Interstate 40 to Ninth Street; Maloney Avenue; and three sections of Interstate 40 near the east and west exits of Highway 118 and Highway 491.

With these areas identified, Townsend said they can start to conduct in-depth location studies to obtain more specific data.

These new studies are called Phase A /B Location Studies, and include eight phases: develop a purpose and need statement, a technical/

engineering review, public review and stakeholder coordination, alternatives analysis, recommended concept for design, environmental review, detailed analysis, and a cost estimate development.

The priorities of the studies will be to find out how to deter pedestrians from Interstate 40 through a road safety audit, and address the hotspots of the Highway 66 corridor and the Interstate 40 and U.S. Highway 491 interchange through the Phase A/B Location Studies.

Kozub said the next step is to conduct the studies described to the city council while the council gives support and helps by raising internal awareness and taking action to improve transportation safety.

Mayor Jackie McKinney said the issues laid out by NMDOT are similar to those he personally has encountered at the Miyamura Overpass near Highway 66, along with drivers exiting Interstate 40, only to get

stuck on Maloney Avenue.

“There have been safety studies done lately, and there’s potential there,” McKinney said. “We’re going to do this.

You brought up critical needs for our community.”

McKinney said the city council would support the NMDOT studies, but also expressed a desire for the

council to be included in more of the department’s future meetings to offer feedback and perspective.

“You’re talking to people who’ve been raised here. We’ve had these issues ourselves,” he said.

The city council approved the area transportation safety plan with a 5-0-0 vote.

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n an action designed to protect against discrimination against women, people w it h d i s abi l ities, the LGBTQ community and other v ulnerable populations, Attorney General Hector Ba ldera s joi ned a coalition of 22 attorneys general in submitting a comment

letter that opposes the U. S. Depar tment of Health and Hu m a n S e r v ic e s’ ( H H S ) proposed rule to drastically undermine Section 1557 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), wh ich proh ibits d iscr im ination in federal healthcare programs, benefits, and services. Specifically, Section 1557 prohibits discrimination on the ba sis of race,

color, national origin, sex, disability, and age. The proposed rule would roll back anti-discrimination protect ion s for women, LGBTQ individuals, individuals with limited English proficiency, and individuals with disabilities by undermining critical legal protections that guarantee healthcare as a right.

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GUIDE TO THE STARS WEEK OF AUGUST 19

Madame G recommends that you get out there and take advantage of the summer sun.

ARIES (March 21-April 19)

CANCER (June 21-July 22)

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CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)

You’re heading toward new heights of indecision. Luckily, this is a good time to check for glitches in the system. Narrow down the options and watch out for Deja-vu. You know you’ve seen this hot mess before. You know it doesn’t really get any better. You may say you hate the drama, but if you don’t stop making it, it will go away.

You’re looking for the next big thing. Maybe it’s discovering how your child’s shoe has PB&J inside the toe. Do you have a culprit?

Angry toddlers are terrifying, but a parent on the case is unstoppable. Don’t just hang around looking for clues. You can solve this case on top of dinner, work problems, and running around with a toddler with one shoe. You’re amazing!

Stop waiting for tomorrow and take ownership today. You only have so many allotted days and you’re so lucky that you have the ones you do. It’s a gift! Use it wisely. You’re entitled to make the most out of this crazy life like anyone else. Make this life, your life, extraordinary.

You might have a little more control on the economic level since you have the free will to curb unnecessary spending, reassess your budget and credit card bills, and even increase your bottom line by creating a new income stream. Solidifying your financial status is a very important goal for your futureoriented sign

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22) Don’t waste this time! The Sun is in your house. Now is the time to use Mother Nature’s energy to your purpose. Be careful not to get carried away with your superpowers. Under the best of circumstances, you’re susceptible to flattery, Leo. Act wisely.

You may need to narrow down your options. If you don’t know what you want, it’s a good idea to filter out what you don’t want.

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)

Get a job! You may take all the time you need in life to discover the world around you.

It’s important to take time to re-think your life. But, there’s a difference between creating a life and waiting for it to happen. You can’t live in dream land forever. In fact, you may need to get a little more aggressive. Take ownership before it’s too late.

Don’t ask what the world will do for you. Ask what you can do for yourself. It doesn’t need to be grand or orchestrated.

Sometimes, the best things are in our daily interactions and habits.

If you find you’ve given too much, step back and give to yourself.

Only you can fill the void with what’s missing.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) This isn’t the end. It’s time to regroup and re-think your options.

If you’re heading away from a job, start by making the best you can of the situation. Do everything with enthusiasm and leave on a very high note. And remember. all your efforts of the past six months could finally reach the point of critical mass and come together with a flourish over the next two weeks

GEMINI (May 21-June 20) Even if you’re trying to be diplomatic, chances are high that your words will come out with a little more gusto than you intend. Just because you have someone’s attention doesn’t mean they’re in the mood to be lectured.

Remember, you catch more bees with honey than vinegar.

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AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) The year’s only full moon in your sign powers up your first house of self and identity. You’re heading in the right direction toward your dreams. This is the road less traveled and it’s covered in weeds.

Don’t stop here. Keep going. You have cosmic support to put your top priorities above anyone else’s and push a personal agenda with all your fierceness.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20) When it comes to your own professional work, check your satisfaction level. What aspects of your career bring the most contentment and pride? This is the beginning. You’re definitely starting out on a new path.

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More parents to get child care help under CYFD proposal

By Sylvia Ulloa, New Mexico In Depth New Mexico Voices for Children

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ore New Mexico families will qualify for child ca re a ssista nce without being wait-listed, and could stay longer on the prog r a m u nder proposed rules posted July 29 by the Children Youth and Families Department.

Under current eligibility limits put in place in the wake of a lawsuit against CYFD, families can qualify and stay on the child care program if they make less than two times the federal poverty level and not one dollar more. The proposal would take the exit point up from twice the poverty level to 250%.

To put the changes in perspective, a single mother with two children could make up to $42,660 per year and qualify, and could keep getting child care assistance with increasing co-pays until she earned $53,325. About 90 percent of

Sylvia Ulloa child care assistance recipients are single-parent households.

“It’s just our new approach and our plan to make New Mexico a safe place to be a child,” Charlie Moore-Pabst said. Moore-Pabst is a spokesman for CYFD. He said widening the eligibility window will help low-income fa milies keep their benefits as the state increases the minimum wage or be able to accept raises that might otherwise disqualify them from thousands of dollars in child care assistance.

“This is a huge (help) to working poor families, allowing them to come out of poverty

and stay out of poverty, which is why that exit level is important,” he said.

Mo or e - Pa b s t s a id t he depa r t ment ca lcu lated it would cost nearly $10 million to serve an additional 1,436 children from Oct. 1 through the end of the fiscal year on June 30 if the rules are approved. He said CYFD had cobbled together enough money from its current budget to ensure it would not need to put any eligible family on a waiting list.

For the fiscal year that begins July 1, 2020, however, CYFD would likely ask the Legislature to appropriate $26.3 million to add 4,163 additional children. If demand was higher than it calculated however, the department would need to ask for supplemental money or use emergency procedures to reinstate a waiting list.

The proposed rules are in response to a lawsuit by OLÉ and the New Mexico Center on Law and Poverty that accused CYFD, under then Secretary Monique Jacobson, of making

rules without public input, and making confusing and arbitrary decisions on eligibility for the program.

Attorney Sovereign Hager said the center was pleased overall with the proposal, especially the expanded eligibility and a posted formula that lays out how CYFD determines eligibility and what parents pay in cost-sharing, so people can see whether co-pays are calculated correctly, and they can appeal denials.

But even with the proposed changes, Hager said there is still work to be done to make child care in New Mexico affordable.

“What we see is that families end up paying upward of 10 to 15% of their income toward child care costs, even when they are getting assistance,” she said. “Families have been pretty clear that it’s too much.

It’s one reason why only a third of eligible folk access the program as it is.”

Federal guideline considers spending 7% of income on childcare affordable.

New Mexico Voices for

Children, a nonprofit that has advocated for wider eligibility to ease the child care assistance “cliff effect,” also praised the proposal. It pushed a bill in the 2019 legislative session that would have taken the exit point to 300% of the federal poverty level.

“It’s fantastic. It’s a really significant step forward for child care assistance in New Mexico,” Amber Wallin said.

Wallin is the New Mexico d i r e c t or for t he a n nu a l Kids Count report on child wellbeing.

There will be a hearing on the proposed rules changes at 10 am, Aug. 30 at Apodaca Hall, 1120 Paseo de Peralta in Santa Fe. The public can comment online on the CYFD website at www.newmexicokids.org/ proposed-regulation-changesto-8-15-2-nmac/ or ema il CY FD -ECS PublicComment@state.nm.us with the subject line “8.15.2 NMAC Public Comment.”

The comment period ends at the conclusion of the public hearing Aug 30.

Haaland joins Booker on a climate change bill FOCUSES ON FARM CONSERVATION, REFORESTATION, WETLANDS

By office of U. S. Representative Deb Haaland 1st District of New Mexico

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. S. Representative Deb Haaland (D-NM) joined with U. S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) Aug. 8 to release a climate change bill focused on voluntary farm and ranch conservation practices, massive reforestation and wetlands restoration.

The Climate Stewardship A c t of 2 019 i n s pi r e d by mea su res i mplemented i n P re sident F ra n k l i n D. Roosevelt’s New Deal, would suppor t voluntar y climate stewa rdsh ip practices on more than 100 million acres of farmland, plant more than 15 billion trees to revive deforested landscapes and expand urban tree cover, reestablish the Civ ilia n Conser vation Corps - one of the New Deal’s mo s t popu l a r pr og r a m s , restore over t wo m i l l ion acres of coastal wetlands, and

Rep. Debra Haaland invest in renewable energy for farmers and rural small businesses in the spirit of the New Deal’s Rural Electrification Act, which provided low-cost loans to help bring electricity to rural America.

Rep. Deb Ha a la nd (D-NM), Chairwoman of the House Natura l Resources Subcommittee on National Parks, Forests, and Public Lands will lead companion legislation in the House of Representatives.

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report detailing the urgency and scale at which we must act to address the climate change crisis and reach net zero em i s sion s, t h i s legi slat ion prov ides nat u re based solutions to remove heat-trapping carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Federal greenhouse gas inventories show that currently our soils, forests, and wetlands sequester approximately 11 percent of all U.S. emissions.

A recent report identified tree planting and ecosystem restoration as one of the most effective potential solutions to mitigating climate change.

The trees planted by this bill will sequester over 13 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide – equivalent to more than two years of current total U.S. greenhouse gas emissions.

“Climate cha nge is a n immediate threat our communities face that calls for bold solutions. However, deforestation and some current agricultural practices are making global warming worse. I’m

excited to work with Senator Cory Booker on the Climate Stewardship Act, to incentivize farming practices that reduce emissions and promote reforestation. These steps are important to reversing climate change impacts that threaten the health and safety of our communities and our planet,” Haaland said.

The 2018 National Climate Assessment details how farmers and ranchers are already bei ng ha r med by cl i mate change, and outlines how rising temperatures and extreme weather could lead to substantial reductions in future crop yields in many regions of the country.

The Climate Stewardship Act will: · Plant over 4 billion trees by 2030, and 15 billion trees by 2050, on a combination of federal, state, local, tribal, and non-governmental lands. The ambitious level of tree planting outlined in the Climate Stewardship Act makes it the biggest reforestation measure

ever to be i nt roduced i n Congress. · Plant over 100 million of these trees in urban neighborhoods across America, with the priority going to low-income neighborhoods and communities of color. In addition to sequestering carbon, trees also absorb harmful air pollutants and reduce temperatures in urban areas. · Support voluntar y climate stewardship practices on over 100 million acres of farmland, reducing or offsetting agricultural emissions by one-third by 2025, through: Providing tens of billions of dollars of supplemental funding for USDA working lands conservation programs, with new funding dedicated to stewa rd sh ip pra ct ices such a s rot a t ion a l g r a z ing, improved fertilizer efficiency, and planting tens of millions of new acres of cover crops.

CLIMATE CHANGE | SEE PAGE 21 OPINIONS

CLIMATE CHANGE | FROM PAGE 20 · Protecting millions of acres of environmentally sensitive farmland. · Doubling funding for agricultural research programs, including more funding for soil health demonstration trials. · Tripling USDA funding t o pr ov ide fa r mer s w it h expert technical assistance on cl i mate stewa rd sh ip practices. · Providing grant funding to tens of thousands of farmers, ranchers and rural businesses for renewable energy production, such as solar panels and wind turbines, and energy efficiency improvements. · I nve s t i n lo c a l a nd

POPULATIONS | FROM PAGE 19 a nd take va luable hea lthcare away from women and minorities.”

The ACA prohibits discr i m i n at ion i n feder a l healthcare - from Medicaid, Medica re, a nd the healthcare exchanges, to federal healthcare grant programs providing safeguards against discrimination. Further, the ACA expressly seeks to prov ide equ it y i n hea lthca re and prohibits any regulation that creates unreasonable barriers for individuals to obtain healthcare. The proposed rule contradicts this and other federal civil rights laws by sanctioning discrimination in ou r hea lthca re system. It will withdraw key protections, placing patients at greater risk of discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, and age.

In the letter dated Aug. 14, t he at tor neys genera l emph a s i z e t h a t t he r u le would undermine the robust anti-discrimination protections set under current law.

This would specifically harm: Women: T he proposed r u le rever ses protections against discr imination on the basis of pregnancy, false pregnancy, termination of pregna ncy, recover y from childbirth or related conditions. It would lead to the den ia l of ser v ice related to reproductive hea lt h, resulting in an increase in OPINIONS

regiona l food systems to increase resilience in rural and urban communities. · Restore or protect over 2 million acres of coastal wetlands by 2030 to sequester carbon emissions and reduce coa sta l f looding. Coa sta l wetlands act as an important sponge during extreme weather events with heavy rainfall. · Reestablish the Civilian Conservation Corps to provide youth from low-income com mu n it ies, i nd igenou s communities, and communities of color with skills and work experience in forestry and wetlands restoration.

The Climate Stewardship Act of 2019 is endorsed by more than 60 farmer, environmental, restoration, and forestry organizations. unintended pregnancies.

LGBTQ Ind iv idua ls: The proposed rule reverses protections against discrimination on the basis of sex s t ereot y pi n g a nd gender identity. It would lead LGBTQ i nd iv idua l s, who a l rea dy experience barriers to receiving medical services, to avoid seeking healthcare services.

Individuals with Limited English Proficiency: The proposed r u le rever ses protections for nearly 25 million people i n the Un ited States who do not speak English “very well” and may be considered limited English proficient.

It would reverse language assistance requirements that ensure individuals are able to communicate with their healthcare service and coverage providers.

Individuals Living with Disabilities: The proposed rule seeks to reverse requirements set in place to ensure providers make reasonable modif ications to policies, pr a c t ice s, or procedu re s when necessa r y, to avoid discrimination on the basis of disability.

Attorney General B a lder a s joi ne d a coa l it ion i n f i l i n g t he let t er, a lon g s ide t he A t t or ney s G e ner a l of C on ne c t ic ut , Delaware, Hawai’i, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada , New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pe n n s y l v a n i a , Ve r m o n t , Virginia, Washington, and the District of Columbia.

‘I support an impeachment inquiry’

Meanwhile, the President and his Administration stonewall Congress and refuse to cooperate

with Congressional investigations; they are impeding the ability of Congress to get to the truth.

Robert Mueller said it plainly: ‘the special counsel’s report does not exonerate this President.’

Congress has a constitutional tool to shed light on what this Administration is hiding and to hold the President accountable,” Haaland continued. “This isn’t political. There is growing evidence of impeachable offenses and I believe we have a responsibility to defend our Constitution and our Democracy. We must move forward with an impeachment inquiry. The President is not above the law.”

responded to the Walmart and evacuated the store. K9 units searched the Walmart but did not find any bomb.

A few minutes later, at a p p r ox i m a t e l y 1: 5 6 p m , Landes called Georgetown Elementary School. Landes again claimed to be a certain resident of Georgetown, and told the person who answered the phone that he had two children buried in his basement and that there was a bomb in the school. School administrators locked down the school and called 911.

Law enforcement units from the Delaware State Police and the Georgetown Police Depa r tment responded to the elementary school immediately. K9 units searched the school but found no bomb or other threats.

“Bomb threats and swatt i n g c a l l s, e s p e c i a l ly t o schools and highly trafficked retail stores, are designed to cause intense fear,” U.S. Attorney Weiss said. “They

also necessitate an immed iate re spon se f rom law enforcement, diverting the limited resources of local law enforcement and emergency service agencies away from true emergencies where these agencies are critical to the health and safety of our communities. When these violent threats are directed towards an elementary school, they have a particularly lasting p s ycholog ic a l i mpa c t on members of our community.

My office will vigorously prosecute those who engage in bomb threats, swatting calls and other similar terroristic activity.”

Georgetown Police Chief R.L. Hughes said, “Stephen L a nde s’ a c t ion s ex po sed our children and community to fear and a real potential for injury. I am proud of the profe s siona l re spon se of our police officers and the exceptional investigation and prosecution by our state and federal partners.”

By Office of U. S. Representative Deb Haaland 1st District of New Mexico

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n a statement on Aug. 14 , C o n g r e s s w o m a n Deb Haala nd, D -N.M., expressed her views about an impeachment investigation.

“From day one, President Trump has proven he’s unfit to serve as president. I can’t sit back while our communities live in fear because of this President,” Haaland said. He and his friends continue to enrich themselves and abuse their power while New Mexicans are struggling.

BOMB THREATS | FROM PAGE 15 response (e.g., from a SWAT tea m) to ha ra ss someone believed to be at the location of the purported emergency.

Landes’ sentencing is scheduled for Nov. 27. Landes faces a maximum penalty of 10 years imprisonment.

According to court documents and statements made in open court, on May 9, 2018, at approximately 1:43 pm, Landes called the Walmart in Georgetown from Roswell.

He asked to speak with a manager. Landes impersonated a cer tain resident of Georgetown, and then stated that he had a bomb and a child hostage in the bathroom. He demanded $20,000 and threatened to blow-up the Walmart if he did not receive the money.

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COMMUNITY El Rancho Hotel designated as historic site GALLUP HOTEL NOW PART OF HOLLYWOOD HISTORY

By Cody Begaye Sun Correspondent

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he Lost Dutchman C h a pt er No. 5917 of the Ancient and Honorable Order of E Clampus Vitus, a fraternal organization dedicated to preserving the heritage of the American West, dedicated a plaque to the El Rancho Hotel, Aug. 10. The location, at 1000 E. Hwy. 66, is now a historical site.

The El Rancho Hotel was constructed in 1936 for R.E. Griffith, brother of filmmaker D.W. Griffith, and served as a base camp for movie crews and actors. That site and its proximity to western landscapes, made it an ideal place to make movies.

W he n L oi s L a ne w a s trapped on the road as an earthquake struck in the 1978 epic Superman, it was filmed

on State Road 43A, east of Gallup.

When Woody Harrelson and Juliette Lewis took their crime spree on the road in Natural Born Killers (1994), the cameras were filming along Highway 666 (now known as U.S. Highway 491) and downtown Gallup.

Leroy McCray, who worked the front desk of El Rancho for 27 years recalled,“People like Kirk Douglas, John Wayne, Katharine Hepburn stayed here, and made movies, worldwide movies.”

Decades ago, he said, when these actors made their movies, Interstate 40 did not exist, but Highway 66 did. “Anyone traveling on [Highway] 66 can stop here and be where movie stars stayed. And when you see their movies, you’ll recognize these areas.”

A s a ch i ld who wa s raised traditionally by his

Ameliana Chavez, great-granddaughter of Armand Ortega, who bought the El Rancho Hotel in 1986, holding the E Clampus Vitus dedication plaque Aug. 10 in the El Rancho Hotel lobby in Gallup. Photo Credit: Cody Begaye

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Navajo weaver Lois Becenti works with her loom in the lobby of El Rancho Hotel in Gallup Aug. 14. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover grandparents, McCray recalled the heady experience of seeing nearby locations on the big screen at the former drive-in movie theater.

With all the stage a nd screen actors and directors who passed through the lobby, McCray still remembers the many westerns filmed in the region, one recent example being The Lone Ranger (2013).

He told about how production

crews and their trucks would park in a lot across from El Rancho and make the nearly 200-mile drive to and from Monument Valley every day.

But, there was always a slump in business once the movies finished production, McCray said. Then there was a particularly bad stretch that nearly forced the hotel to close.

In 1984, the El Rancho Hotel went bankrupt. The doors were

locked, and the marks from the big padlocks are still visible.

The hotel eventually became run down.

Locals started to talk about the possibility of tearing down the El Ra ncho. But some wanted to save it. McCray said area residents began writing in, in support of the landmark.

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Hotel guests come and go through the front entrance of El Rancho Hotel in Gallup Aug. 14. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover COMMUNITY

Views from the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial Parade

Santiago Garcia, center, Mylan Archuleta, Darien Archuleta and other Ohkay Owingeh dancers laugh and chat together while they prepare for the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial Parade in downtown Gallup, Aug. 10. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover

Rodeo performer John Payne rides atop his horse trailer with his horse, at the start of the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial Parade in downtown Gallup, Aug. 10. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover

Kayla Pinto rides in a cart with a procession of descendants of Senator John Pinto during the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial Parade in downtown Gallup, Aug. 10. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover

Ohkay Owingeh deer dancers march down Coal Avenue during the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial Parade in downtown Gallup, Aug. 10. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover COMMUNITY

Iva Tsethliki, right, and Kallen Lasiloo, left, help Amani Waatsa tie on a sash and concho belt as they all prepare to march with the Zuni A:Shiwi Awan Band during the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial Parade in downtown Gallup, Aug. 10. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover

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Newly-crowned Ceremonial Queen Autumn Pilcher waves to the crowd as she marches in the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial Parade in downtown Gallup, Aug. 10. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover

EL RANCHO | FROM PAGE 22 The idea caught on and in 1986, the El Rancho was auctioned off in its very own lobby, the same place where the dedication ceremony was held, Aug.

10.

“The hotel was sold lock, stock, and barrel to Armand O r t e g a ,” M c C r a y s a i d .

“Ortega saved it from closing down.”

Efforts to restore the hotel to its glory days took time, but

Mi-Wuk dancers Xavier Ramirez, left, and Cruz Ramirez don their traditional regalia at the start of the Gallup InterTribal Ceremonial Parade in downtown Gallup, Aug. 10. Photo Credit: Cable Hoover

the hotel eventually reopened to the public in 1987. El Rancho has been owned by the Ortega family ever since.

McCr ay i s excit ed. He says more restorations are underway. “We want to live up to what the banner outside says, ‘Cha r m of yes t e r d a y. . .C o n v e n i e n c e o f tomorrow.’”

Ken Dorsal, one of the Ex Noble Grand Humbug members of ECV, spoke about the El

Rancho Hotel joining the ranks of over 65 other historical sites ECV has dedicated.

A plaque was presented to Amelia Ortega-Crowther, daughter of Armand Ortega, the person who saved the hotel from demolition when he pu rch a sed it 3 3 yea r s ago.

“I love it when the hotel gets recognition for anything we do, especially if it’s preserving history,” Ortega-Crowther said

after the dedication.

Members of ECV and the Gallup community turned out for the event, which included a history of the El Rancho, song and dance performances by the Zuni Pueblo, and was followed by the adult guests mingling in the 49er Lounge.

“People won’t forget what happened here,” Dorsal said.

“We’re so excited to give [El Rancho] this monument dedication.”

E Clampus Vitus XNGH Tom Garland presents the plaque designating the El Rancho Hotel as a historical landmark to members of the Ortega family, Amelia Ortega-Crowther and Amelianna Chavez Aug. 10 in Gallup. Photo Credit: Cody Begaye

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CODE TALKERS | FROM PAGE 4 the code talkers’ service to the United States, Nez continued.

“It is about being of service to our Navajo culture and tradition so it can continue,” Nez said.

“The war was a historic occurrence that showed [Navajo] resilience, and overcoming the monsters of the time.”

Nez said the history of the code talkers should continue to be taught to help people fight off their own modern-day

monsters.

“We need to share our language, our way of life to fight,” he said. “Our language is very powerful, because it can either encou ra ge or d i scou ra ge someone.”

The tendency to think and say positive things to another person is in the Navajo language, Nez continued. This is why younger generations should be encouraged and told they have the potential to succeed.

“Encouragement should

Back row left: Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez, First Lady Phefelia Nez, Vice President Myron Lizer, Second Lady Dottie Lizer, Chief Justice JoAnn Jayne, USMC Sgt. Maj. Harold G. Overstreet; Front left: Navajo Code Talkers Joe Vandever, Peter MacDonald, U.S. Senator Martha McSally (R-AZ), Thomas H. Begay, and John Kinsel during the Navajo Code Talker Day celebration on Aug. 14 at the Veterans Memorial Park in Window Rock, Ariz. Photo Credit: Courtesy of OPVP

Several remaining Navajo Nation Code Talkers, including from the left: Peter MacDonald Sr., U.S. Marine Corps, shaking hands with Council Delegate Edmund Yazzie; John Kinsel Sr., U.S. Marine Corps Third Divison; and Thomas H. Begay, U.S. Marine Corps Fifth Division, were present to be recognized Aug. 14 for their efforts in relaying information in their native language during World War II. Photo Credit: Cody Begaye

continue to the next generation,” Nez said. “We are resilient.”

Nez pointed to another instance that demonstrated the resilience of the Navajo people, when they were forced to march to Fort Sumner, N.M. and held at camps for several years.

Working together and helping each other is how people will show that resilience today, Nez continued.

“Let’s help one another out, working alongside each other should be a goal and challenge for us,” he said.

Nava jo Nation Vice President Myron Lizer spoke about the recognition the code talkers have received over the years, and emphasized that getting a code talker museum built should be a goal for the Navajo Nation.

“These indigenous people have defended the only

land they’ve known,” Lizer said. “We need to remind the United States of what has been achieved here.”

“Let’s build another wall of honor for these, our Navajo Nation Code Talkers, in the hallowed halls of a museum,” he said.

Lizer said getting a code talker museum built would be the nation’s way of being invited into the American Dream.

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‘Good Boys’ is a fast-paced and often amusing gross-out comedy

By Glenn Kay For the Sun

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ver the past couple of years, there have been plenty of coming-of-age comedies about kids growing up, dealing with conflict and strife in their personal relationships and coming away with strengthened bonds. Good Boys veers in a slightly different direction, taking its tween leads and putting them in increasingly exaggerated, over-the-top and, well, gross situations. Along the way, they find themselves broaching the barrier into, if not adulthood, then adolescence. Thankfully, there are enough big laughs to earn it a recommendation.

Max (Jacob Tremblay), Lucas (Keith L. Williams) and Thor (Brady Noon) are 12-years-old, inseparable best friends and outcasts who each find themselves at something of an individual crossroads. Thor

Max (Jacob Tremblay), Lucas (Keith L. Williams), and Thor (Brady Noon), inseparable best friends acting innocent in “Good Boys” as they launch themselves on an adventure that’s bound to go wrong. Photo Credit: Universal Pictures is dealing with a family-related crisis, Lucas wants to join a surreal school production of the musical Rock of Ages but fears being teased by other students, and Max can’t stop thinking about classmate Brixlee (Millie Davis). When the popular kids invite Max to a spin-the-bottle party, the three team up to prepare him for potentially kissing the person he believes could be his future wife. Things go sideways awfully quickly, with the children getting mixed up in drugs, alcohol and drones as they struggle to prepare themselves.

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The child stars are sweet, which makes the boorish situations they get themselves into all the more amusing. Most remarkably, the three have good comic timing and play well off each other. Much of the humor revolves around the trio and all of the school kids posturing too hard to try to convince others of their life experience.

Frequently, they misuse terminology and even cuss in bizarre ways that result in unintended double-entendres. It’s fun to see the group try to relay parental advice given to them and mix up the intent, or brag to others in their age group about their knowledge of vices and then resort to childish taunts or terrified screams. The kids even

deliver a couple of entertaining physical gags, including a hilariously wince-inducing arm injury.

Things get even sillier when they interact with the older cast members. There are some comical scenes involving a variety of familiar faces that result in hysterical moments. This includes shady business dealings, a drug purchase that goes wrong, as well as an encounter with a cop finishing his shift who does not want to be bothered with hearing the boys confess to him about their activities, skipping school, or being involved in an illegal drug trade.

Admittedly, not all of the mater ia l delivered la nds.

However, the pacing never

lags, so even when a couple of lines or gags miss the target, the movie doesn’t flag for too long. This also isn’t a story with particularly high stakes for the characters. Still, the fear, concern and seriousness with which the kids take every ridiculous situation they find themselves in, adds to the entertainment value.

On a personal note, this reviewer also appreciated the overarching themes. The boys often find themselves reassessing their relationships with those they’ve known their entire lives. Many recent movies on the same subject, while impeccably made, seem to resolve their affairs cleanly, strengthening and solidifying unions between the protagonists. This flick should be given credit for, between its cruder gags, dealing more honestly with the changing status and interests linking and breaking apart friendships.

The movie certainly isn’t a classic (and most definitely is an R-rated film not appropriate for younger children or even kids close to the same age as the protagonists), but it does have several enjoyable moments and even subtly manages to deliver a relatable and authentic message. While these Good Boys aren’t exactly angelic, their escapades are fun to witness. www.CinemaStance.com

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DVD/Blu-Ray Roundup for August 16, 2019

By Glenn Kay For the Sun

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he summer’s really heating up not just at cinemas, but also with new Blu-ray and DVD releases. There’s plenty to choose from once again (including the highest grossing film of the year) and all the highlights are included below.

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! All is True Shakespeare is the subject of this biographical drama from a c t o r /d i r e c tor Ken neth Branagh. This picture is set in 1613, when the playwright had become incredibly successful. After the Globe Theatre burns down and he is forced to return to Stratford, the writer must deal with past relationships and issues that have fallen by the wayside.

The press generally enjoyed the feature.

About one third did criticize the picture for being too over-baked for its own good.

However, more commented that the film’s photography was gorgeous to behold, and many admired its attempts to show a different and lesser known history of the bard. The cast also includes Judi Dench and Ian McKellen.

Ame r ican Bistro - A n accountant’s world is destroyed after he learns that his seemingly perfect marriage is a sham and that his wife has been having an affair behind his back. The man leaves, deciding to fulfill an old dream. He immediately sets out to open a restaurant despite having little or no experience in this type of business. The lead teams up with his estranged, deadbeat nephew and together they try to use the venture as a way to make new beginnings. This small, independent comedy is premiering on disc and doesn’t have any ratings available yet.

So those interested will just have to take a chance on this confection. It features Arthur Diennet and Marcel Diennet.

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This Marvel superhero movie team-up is the highest grossing film of the year in North America and picks up right after the previous installment’s cliffhanger ending. With the world devastated after villain Thanos completes his plan, the remaining characters attempt one final and desperate move to save the universe.

Critics gave the title as much praise as enthusiasts. One or two wrote that it was overlong and noted the denouement as being sappy. Still, almost everyone else stated that it was better than the last entry and about as strong a finale as one could possibly hope for, giving every character a moment to shine. It stars Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Chris Hemsworth, Scarlett Johansson, Jeremy Renner, Don Cheadle, Paul Rudd, Bened ict Cu mberbatch, Chadw ick Bosema n, Br ie Larson, Tom Holland, and almost every actor who has prev iously appea red in a Marvel movie.

E n e m y Within - This period drama has UK production credits and begins with a Japanese pilot crashing near the remote Hawaiian island of Ni’ihau. The friendly locals rescue and take the survivor in. However, after treating and caring for him they learn about the recent attack on Pearl Harbor. Naturally, the group must then decide on what to do with the aviator.

It looks as if this title is premiering on disc and through streaming services on Amazon Prime. There aren’t any reviews right now, so those who are curious about the movie will just have to take a chance on it.

Rila Fukushima, Beulah Koale, Matt Riedy and Melissa Paulo headline the feature.

Finding Steve McQueen - Based on a real 1972 heist known as the United California Bank robbery, this action comedy involves a fan of actor Steve McQueen who is inspired to break into a vault containing the alleged illegal slush fund of President Richard Nixon.

After the attempt, the hero goes on the run and tries to evade authorities in pursuit, also putting a strain on his personal relationships. This

effort received split notices.

Roughly half suggested that while the concept was intriguing, as presented, the storytelling wasn’t nearly as exciting or thrilling as it should have been. Rega rdless, just a s many opined that it was fun and a nostalgic trip, even if it didn’t quite hit full throttle. The cast includes Travis Fimmel, R a ch a el Taylor, Wi l l i a m Fichtner, Lily Rabe and Forest Whitaker.

Shadow Relea sed i n China as Ying, this foreign-language per iod e f fo r t t a ke s pla ce about 1800 years ago during the era of kings and warring empires. The movie incorporates black and white along with color photography and begins with a youthful and inexperienced leader taking the throne. Using a mysterious figure known as “The Shadow” who can take the form of anyone he chooses, the new King of Pei must try to lead his realm to victory in a great war.

The press was incredibly taken with the feature. Only one or two had minor issues, saying the striking visuals actually distracted from the script and story. Still, almost everyone called the inky cinematography and fight choreography absolutely jaw-dropping, even suggesting that the film marked a new landmark in martial arts filmmaking. They suggested seeing it on the largest screen possible. It features Deng Chao, Sun Li, Leo Wu and Ryan Zheng.

Unplanned - This ver y religious, faith-based feature from the writers of the God’s Not Dead series deals with abortion. Specifically, it tells the story of a Planned Parenthood clinic director and spokesperson who worked to protect women’s rights before eventually becoming a prolife activist. Reviews for the picture were extremely poor.

While a small group did give it a pass for presenting a different side to the abortion debate, almost everyone suggested that it was a blatant propaganda piece. Some reviewers noted that at its best the film was clumsily made and wouldn’t change minds on either side.

They said that at its worst moments, it was an ugly movie,

sermonizing in an incredibly ignorant and out-of-touch manner. Ashley Bratcher, Brooks Ryan and Robia Scott headline the picture.

Vault - Based on a true story from 1975, this thriller involves a group of criminals who set out to commit the largest heist ever in the U.S. No, this isn’t a sequel to Finding Steve McQueen, but another robbery flick. This time, the leads plot to steal $34 million in loot from the Mafia in Rhode Island. As one might expect, there are some complications after setting out to complete the task.

Alas, the movie debuted on streaming formats a month or so ago and is now making its debut on disc. Notices have been less than complimentary, calling it bland and clichéd, and mentioning that the many impressive g uest appea rances simply can’t salvage it. It stars Theo Rossi, Clive Standen, Samira Wiley, Chazz Palminter i, Don Johnson, William Forsythe and Burt Young.

T h e VelociPastor This tongue-incheek B-movie is exactly what you might ex pect given the title. After his elder family members pass away, a priest decides on a change of pace and heads off to work in China. He soon inherits an extremely odd condition and an ability that allows him to transform into a dinosaur.

The pastor befriends a local prostitute who convinces him to use his newfound power to

fight crime.

His new calling puts him in danger as he takes on evil ninjas and sinister hoods. This title is streaming and premiering on disc at the same time.

So far, there’s only one review available but it has been positive, saying that the flick works hard to deliver laughs and manages to earn some chuckles. Greg Cohan and Alyssa Kempinski lead the cast.

BLASTS FROM THE PAST! It’s an absolutely great week for classic titles getting high definition upgrades. First off, Shout! Factory is delivering a Blu-ray of the teen romance, Endless Love (1981), starring Brooke Shields, Martin Hewitt and James Spader (along with Ian Ziering, Jami Gertz and Tom Cruise). It’s an adaptation of a novel about a student who really, really falls for a classmate. When the girl’s parents try to split them up, he becomes unhinged and takes some crazy steps to try and stay in contact.

The movie was directed

by Franco Zeffirelli (Romeo and Juliet, Otello) but was panned as being an ineffective adaptation of the book.

Still, it is remembered for its Oscar-nominated theme song performed by Diana Ross and Lionel Ritchie. And it’s probably better than the 2014 remake.

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TRAVELIN’ JACK | FROM PAGE 12 sedentary travel experience.

• City Touring. New Mexico is a state filled with history, culture and beautiful scenery. A tour is a great way to experience an area in a short time. It’s a big surprise to many visitors that several bus and trolley tour companies include pets.

• W i n e - i n g , & D i n i n g : OK…no wine for the Jackster, but I do like an H2O Bowser Brew while dining on a PET-IO at a pet-friendly restaurant. Because of New Mexico’s pet-friendly laws, there are MANY places to enjoy dining al fresco with your pet here.

• Pet Friendly Lodging.

Whether it’s a posh resort or an economical motel, quaint B&B, rustic cabin or even RVing, there is something for every pup and person in New Mexico. I have stayed in Presidential Suites at historic luxury resorts, relaxed in cozy riverside cabins, snoozed in lakeside campgrounds and shady RV parks that welcome the 4-footed adventurer. Why, I have even convinced some non-pet friendly establishments to change their ways

by including pets.”

Travelin’ Jack and Jill just introduced their latest book just this June, a pet travel guide to New Mexico. ON THE ROAD WITH JACK AND JILL. In addition to sharing info on great New Mexico destinations (Gallup is included) and pet-friendly options, proceeds from the book are donated to New Mexico animal shelters.

This philanthropy with a focus on shelter adoptions is perhaps the most important part of Jack’s legacy. Over the course of his 10-year animal welfare campaign, he helped raise around $40,000 for New Mexico shelters and animal welfare groups.

Travelin’ Jack was recognized by Mayor Berry of A lbuquerque for his phila nt h ropic work w it h t he Albuquerque Animal Welfare Department. He was also the 1st dog ever recognized by the Governor of New Mexico for his impactful work in travel.

While most of Travelin’ Jack’s work revolved around travel adventures, animal advocacy and philanthropy, he also incorporated a public servant role into the mix of his workday.

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$6000 for twelve animal organizations in just one month of campaigning. And he was elected 1st ever Dog-Governor of New Mexico by 798 fourfooted compadres. Since then, he was ‘re-elected’ in 2014 and 2018 and was uncontested by any opponents…because ‘they recognized and voted in a true leader of 4-feet’.

Another area of PUBLIC SERVICE lay in his Military role. Since the Bulldog is the official mascot for the Marines, Travelin’ Jack volunteered his service as official Mascot for the Delta Company Marine Corps reserve unit in Albuquerque.

Every December he donned his Marine Dress Blues and helped raise money, toys and awareness for TOYS FOR TOTS. He has been recognized by the Marines as one of their Top Supporters and he holds the honor of being the largest Dog Donor for the New Mexico Toys for Tots Campaign. The past 2 years he also traveled to Gallup to hold a TOYS FOR TOTS campaign, in support of local Gallup children and families.

Travelin’ Jack may have started life out as a shelter pup, but he accomplished a lot in his 11 years. He dedicated his life to supporting his 4-footed compadres. His work helped hundreds of pets get adopted into forever families and raise much needed funds for deserving Animal Welfare organizations. He proudly shared his experiences (and has been recognized in local, state and national arenas) in the pet travel arena as one of the top Pet Travel Experts in America.

He is a New Mexico True icon!

Travelin’ Jack was blessed

with amazing adventures and opportunities. And while a catastrophic heart issue cut his life short, he’s not finished yet…his legacy will carr y on. There are many more miles and milestones down the road for Travelin’ Jack as we continue to move h i s le g a c y for w a r d . H i s impor tant role as co-pilot for travel adventures and to raise awareness for animals will continue! Soon there will be a Memorial Tour …to continue Jack’s Legacy.

We thank everyone for the endless Love shared with Jack, from tiny tots to elders, from handicapped individuals to large groups. We feel blessed with all the amazing support he received from everyone, from well-known politicians and military heroes, to the New Mexico travel and tourism industry-all who embraced him as their ‘pet expert’. From the myriads of friends and supporters he made both in dog-person and via Facebook and social media forums. From his compadres in media, including TV, radio, magazines and social media, he has been embraced by friends far and wide. His story and personality have been shared worldwide.

I feel blessed to have shared this unique adventure with this very special 4-footed person!

May he romp through Doggie Heaven and hold paws with friends who will welcome him there.

Thank you to everyone who loved and shared life with Travelin’ Jack. May his motto ‘DOGGY HUGS AND SLURPY KISSES’ and his good work continue forward…one pawprint at a time!

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Fans of Roger Corman monster movies will also be happy to see upgrades of two Shout! titles in new SteelBook packaging. They’re both sci-fi movies with creatures that were made around the same period.

Forbidden World (1982) is about an experimental life created by scientists that attack a crew. This Blu-ray comes with all of the extras from the previous edition, but includes a new 4K scan of the theatrical cut from the original elements, and a 2K upgrade taken of the Director’s Cut from the only existing film print. The other title is Galaxy of Terror (1981), about a space crew coming face to face with a lifeforce that can take the form of their innermost fears. The Blu-ray includes a new 4K scan of the original film elements and all of the extras included on the last release.

The action B-movie Vice Squad (1982) is also arriving on Blu-ray as a Collector’s Edition. It’s about a prostitute and cop in Hollywood who team up to catch a murderous, psychopathic pimp (played by an entertainingly over-the-top Wings Hauser). This cult flick has been given all kinds of incredible brand new bonuses.

They include a 4K scan of the negative, an audio commentary with the director and producer, interviews with the filmmaker, producer, co-star Gary Swanson and other actors appearing in the movie. You’ll also get a look at all of the locations used, a second audio track with the director and loads of publicity materials.

Remember the hit buddy cop film, St ak eout (19 87 ), w it h R i c h a r d Drey fuss a nd Emilio E st evez?

Incredibly enough, as of this date the film has yet to receive an actual Blu-ray release (I think that Disney may own the rights and they don’t appear to be interested in releasing it). Well, in the meantime Kino has licensed the rights to the sequel, Anoth e r Stakeout (1993), and is making a Bluray available for purchase. It COMMUNITY

comes with a theatrical trailer but no other extras, and sadly, no explanation as to why the first movie still hasn’t been made available.

The distributor is also releasing a few early cinemas classics. They have a Special Edition Blu-ray of the Alfred Hitchcock thriller, Blackmail (1929), which arrives with a second, silent version of the movie, an introduction, a film historian commentary, a cast member’s screen test, and audio interviews with Hitchcock. Murder!

(1930) is another title from the famed moviemaker and it arrives with many of the same features, as well as an alternate ending.

Additionally, you can pick up a Special Edition Blu-ray of the French thriller, Port of Shadows (1938). It comes with a film critic introduction and a documentary on the production, as well as a trailer.

Speaking of Gallic features, Kino is presenting Razzia sur la chnouf (1955) aka Razzia in high definition with an expert commentary and a Special Edition of Touchez Pas au Grisbi (1954) aka Don’t Touch the Loot. It includes a critic commentary, interviews with the director and star, in addition to a discussion with a film professor about the movie’s significance.

Mill Creek has some fantastic titles making Blu-ray debuts Most of these releases will include their great ‘80s retro VHS style slipcovers. The first is the teen thriller, The New Kids (1985). James Spader appears as a high school student/gang leader who takes a liking to a new arrival (Lori Loughlin) and begins to harass, pursue and threaten her. The heroine and her brother must learn to fight back, fending the villain and his cronies off at a local amusement park. It’s certainly no classic, but it does provide plenty of cheeseball, B-movie fun and was directed by Sean S. Cunningham (Friday the 13th, DeepStar Six).

They also have the well-received Steve Martin /Daryl Hannah romantic comedy, Roxanne (1987). This modern adaptation of Cyrano de Bergerac features star Martin as an intelligent and kind man who is very sensitive about a particular facial feature.

So much so that he cannot approach the woman he loves.

Comedic hijinks follow as he attempts to muster up some courage.

T he cou r t room cr i me drama True Believer (1989) is also getting a Blu-ray release.

It’s about an attorney and clerk played by James Woods and Robert Downey Jr. who attempt to free a man who may have been wrongfully convicted.

And the distributor is a l s o put t i n g out the Marlon Brando adventure film, The Ugly American (19 6 3). T h i s is a n older release, so it doesn’t include the retro VHS cover. Finally, Mill Creek is giving the SlipJacket treatment to the Jan-Michael Vincent trucker action picture, White Line Fever (1975). And as always, all of their titles typically sell for less than $10, making them great deals.

Criterion has a Blu-ray this week in the form of the unique documentary, The Inland Sea (1991). It’s a travelogue of sorts about a movie maker inspired by the writing of film scholar Donald Richie. Apparently, in 1971 Richie took a trip to Japan and composed a poetic travelogue. The documentarian undertakes the exact same journey he did, visiting the places chronicled in the written work and meditating on the themes of being a foreigner in a new country. The film has been given a new, restored 4K digital transfer supervised by the cinematographer and includes a recent interview with the filmmaker, a talk about the author as well as a 1991 interview with Richie himself.

And there’s more. Universal has dug into the vaults to debut some Blu-rays of a few lost titles. The first is Fierce Creatures (1997) with John Cleese, Jamie Lee Curtis, Kevin Kline and Michael Palin, which was a follow-up to the 1988 smash A Fish Called Wanda.

The story involves a group of zoo employees dealing with the strange ramifications of their site being bought out by a commercial corporation.

This flick didn’t make much of a splash upon its original release and disappeared from view for some time. However, it

most definitely has some great moments...and now it can be purchased in high definition in its original widescreen aspect ratio.

Additionally, they are bringing the film adaptation of the TV-series Leave It to Beaver (1997) to disc. And Universal is delivering Radioland Murders (1994). This is another feature that got a great deal of publicity during its initial release, but vanished soon afterward.

It’s a murder-mystery comedy film set at a radio station in the 1930s that features a very impressive cast. Interestingly enough, George Lucas wrote the story, which may also make it worth a look as a curiosity.

VCI is releasing a 12-episode serial to Blu-ray. The Vanishing Shadow (1934) is an adventure series involving a hero trying to stop some corrupt politicians and facing off against robots and ray guns in his heroic quest.

LionsGate has recently started producing its own line of made-to-order Blu-rays, following in the footsteps of companies like the Warner Archive.

This week, customers can order the Rob Lowe/Bill Paxton western, Frank & Jesse (1994) in high definition. You’ll also be able to pick up the period drama, In Secret (2013). The title features Elizabeth Olsen, Oscar Isaac, Tom Felton and Jessica Lange.

And they also have the Spa n ish d ra ma /th r iller Open Your Eyes (1997) with Penélope Cruz. This well-regarded film about a man who experiences a facial disfigurement and falls in love, was later remade for US audiences in 2001 as Vanilla Sky. And if you’re not excited about going to the studio store, you’ll definitely be able to order these Blu-rays on Amazon.

Synapse always does a spectacular job of bringing cult and B-movie titles to Blu-ray. This week they have Django the Bastard (1969), a violent Spaghetti Western that bears some similarity to the later Clint Eastwood picture, High Plains Drifter. This disc contains the alternate English language U.S. version titled The Strangers Gundown. It has

been remastered in high-definition widescreen from its original 35mm negative element. And Unearthed Films has found an obscure little horror picture in the form of Nightwish (1989). The Bluray will include trailers and a commentary.

Finally, Warner Archive is releasing Blu-rays of the Fritz Lang adventure film Moonfleet (1955) as well as the John Ford western, Wagon Master (1950).

YOU KNOW, FOR KIDS! There’s plenty of family-friendly material to choose from. Here are some highlights.

Adventures of Sonic the He d ge h og: T he Complete Animated Series D o u bl e D r a go n: T he Animated Series Highlights: Fall Fun! Leave It to Beaver (1997) Leave It to Beaver: Seasons 1&2 Scooby-Doo!: Best of Warner Bros. 50 Cartoon Collection T.O.T.S.: Bringing This Baby Home (Disney Junior) Wi l d K r a t t s : C r e e p y Creatures (PBS Kids)

ON THE TUBE! And here are the week’s TV-themed releases.

Blacklist: Season 6 D o u bl e D r a go n: T he Animated Series Hart to Hart - Movies are Murder Collection (All 89 Made-for-TV Movies) Homeland: Season 7 I Love Lucy - Colorized Collection Leave It to Beaver: Seasons 1&2 Love Struck Cafe (Hallmark TV-movie) Mr. Mercedes: Season 2 New Amsterdam: Season 1 NOVA: Lost Viking Army (PBS) Primal Survivor: Season 3 Riverdale: Season 3 Scooby-Doo!: Best of Warner Bros. 50 Cartoon Collection T h e Spanish Pr in cess (Starz mini-series) W hen Calls the Heart: Heart of a Mountie Wicked Tuna: Season 8 (National Geographic)

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SUMMER NIGHTLY INDIAN DANCES

7 pm-8 pm nightly through September 2 @ The Courthouse Square on Aztec between Second and Third Streets. .Admission is free.

For more information call (505) 722-2228.

GET UP AND GAME

12 pm-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.

FACULTY DEVELOPMENT WEEK

9:30 am-11 am @ SSTC 130 FAHSS Conference Room UNM-Gallup. Curricula Committee Meeting with Dr. Carolyn Kuchera.

FACULTY DEVELOPMENT WEEK

12:30 pm-2:30 pm @ SSTC 200 UNM-Gallup. Faculty Assembly Meeting with Prof. John Zimmerman.

BOTTLE CAP RAINBOW

4 pm @ Children’s Branch.

Start new beginnings by painting plastic bottle cap lids to make a rainbow. For more information: jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or (505) 726-6120.

FIRST ANNUAL SOCIAL POWWOW CELEBRATING MOTHERS AND BABIES

6 pm Grand Entry @ Window Rock Sports Center in Window Rock, Arizona. For more information: nativekeebler@ hotmail.com or (928) 309-7558 or (928) 225-1612.

ASTRONOMY TALK AND NIGHT SKY VIEWING

8 pm @ El Malpais National Monument Visitor Center.

Free indoor astronomy talk and outdoor night sky viewing. For more information: (505) 876-2783.

SATURDAY, August 17

STORY TIME

9:30 am-10 am @ Children’s Branch. All about the alphabet. Storytime will be exploring the alphabet, letters and sounds during August. An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories. This program is intended for children ages two - four years old.

FIRST ANNUAL SOCIAL POWWOW CELEBRATING MOTHERS AND BABIES

12 pm and 6 pm Grand Entry @ Window Rock Sports Center in Window Rock, Arizona. For more information: nativekeebler@hotmail.com or (928) 309-7558 or (928) 225-1612.

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JANIE LEE HALL PRESENTATION

2 pm@ Red Mesa Center. The Plateau Sciences Society welcomes a presentation by Area 6 Program Director for Special Olympics of New Mexico, Janie Lee Hall. A brief intermission will be followed by a business meeting. For more information: call Rachel (505) 980-5437.

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4 pm @ Main Library. Workshop about creating codebased programs. For more information email jwhitman@ gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291.

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WEDNESDAY, August 21

STORY TIME WEDNESDAYS

10:30 am-11 am @ Children’s Branch. All about the alphabet. Storytime will be exploring the alphabet, letters and sounds during August. An active and energetic program for toddlers, featuring music, movement, rhymes, and stories. This program is intended for children ages two - four years old.

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5:30 pm- 7:30 pm @ Main Branch 115 W. Hill Ave. This week’s film: Confessions of a Shopaholic

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6 pm-8 pm @Larry Brian Mitchell Recreation Center.

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For more information: https:// octaviafellin.libguides.com/ classes.

ONGOING

FUTURE FOUNDATIONS: BABY BOUNCE & BOOGIE

10 am-11 am @ Future Foundations Family Center.

Baby Bounce and Boogie is designed for newborn to 3 years of age and their parents.

Offered free of charge, however donations are welcome!

Every other Wednesday. For more information: (505) 2853542.

CROWNPOINT NAVAJO RUG AUCTION

7 pm-10 pm @ New Crownpoint Elementary School gymnasium. Second Friday of the month. For more information, call (505) 879-9460

GALLUP STORYTELLERS TOASTMASTERS

6:30 pm @ Earl’s Restaurant, 1400 East Highway 66, Gallup.

Toastmasters meets every Thursday (except holidays).

Guests welcome. For more information : Fran Palochak (505)-879-6570 or Carl Ballenger (505) 879-0191.

RECYCLING COUNCIL

2 pm first Saturday of the month @ Red Mesa on Hill Street. McKinley Citizens Recycling Council is a local nonprofit working to increase recycling through education, community outreach, and partnership with local government agencies. For more information, call (505) 722-5142 or visit www.recyclegallup.org.

RECYCLING DEPOT

12 pm-1:30 pm first Saturday of the month. The Recycling Depot volunteers will accept some items, such as paper towels and toilet paper rolls.

This is a free service of the McKinley Citizens’ Recycling Council. Call (505) 722-5152.

CITY OF GALLUP’S SUSTAINABLE GALLUP BOARD

3:30 pm-5 pm @ the Octavia Fellin Library first Monday of the month. Community members concerned about environmental issues are welcome. Call (505) 722-0039 for information.

GALLUP SOLAR

6 pm-8 pm Wednesday @ 113 E. Logan. Free community classes and presentations about all things solar. For more information: (505) 7289246.

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 Road.

ROCKIN J REAWAKENINGS DOG TRAINING

2 pm every Friday and 9:30 am every Saturday dog training needs and assistance.

Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM).

ROCKIN J REAWAKENINGS HORSE DEMO

11 am every Saturday. Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM).

For more information email reawakeningsinc@gmail.com.

ROCKIN J REAWAKENINGS BASIC SELF-DEFENSE CLASS

1 pm free for anyone. Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM).

For more information email reawakeningsinc@gmail.com.

ROCKIN J REAWAKENINGS WELCOME CENTER

10 am-2 pm Tuesday through Saturday. Reawakenings Veterans Center & Ranch (2 miles North on County Rd 19, Prewitt, NM). For more information email reawakeningsinc@gmail.com.

CHESS CLUB

4 pm @ Children’s Branch.

Refreshments provided. Club meets on first and fourth Tuesday of the month. For more information: jwhitman@ gallyupnm.gov or (505) 7266120.

FREE HIV RAPID TESTING

9:30 am-4:30 pm Monday Thursday @ First Nations Community HealthSource, 1630 S. Second St., Cedar Hills Plaza 262-#11. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call (505) 863-8827.

OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS

10 am every Saturday @ the First Methodist Church, 1800 Redrock Drive. Overeaters Anonymous 12-step meetings.

Contact info. (505) 307-5999, (505) 721-9208, or (505) 8701483.

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

5:45 pm Mondays @ Fellowship Hall WR Christian Center across from N.N. Fairgrounds/ Wellness Center, Hwy 264.

Window Rock AA Group. Visit aa-fc.org for more info.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

6 pm-8 pm Tuesdays @ 1375 Elva Dr. A Christ-centered recovery program that will help you heal from the pain of your unmanaged hurts, habits and hang-ups. Joshua Generation for Jesus. For information, call (505) 870-2175.

CO-DEPENDENTS ANONYMOUS

6 pm - 7 pm Wednesdays,

@ First United Methodist Church, 1800 Redrock Dr. (in the library). All are welcome.

COMMUNITY PANTRY

10 am-4 pm, Tuesday through Friday @ 1130 E. Hassler Valley Road. The Hope Garden offers organic produce for sale. All funds go to helping feed local folks. Call (505) 726-8068 or when visiting, ask for Vernon Garcia.

FRIDAY NIGHT HOOTENANNY

7 pm-9 pm Friday @ Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe, 306 S. Second St. Gallup’s longest-running live show!

GALLUP SOLAR

6 pm-8 pm Wednesdays @ 113 E. Logan. Gallup Solar is hosting community classes and presentations about all things solar. Call (505) 728-9246 for info.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY YARD SALE

9 am-1 pm. on Warehouse Lane. Habitat for Humanity fundraising yard sales are held every Sat. Volunteers for various kinds of community services needed. For info call (505) 722-4226

RECOVERING ADDICTS FOR JESUS

6 pm Thursday @ 309 Chino Loop, Gamerco. New Life ministries holds weekly meetings for anyone who is on the Recovering path from alcohol and drug abuse. Phone: (505) 722-8973.

SAVE THE DATE

CLOSED FOR STAFF DEVELOPMENT

Octavia Fellin Public Librrary and Children’s Branch closed for staff development Friday, August 23. Will reopen at 9 am Saturday, August 24.

ARTIST TALK AND ART123 GALLERY

7:30 pm August 27 Part of 2nd Look on 2nd Street.

REAWAKENINGS VETERANS BENEFIT RODEO

10 am @ Prewitt Rodeo Grounds, Prewitt http:// reawakenings.rockin-j.com/ rodeo. Friday, August 30 Sunday, September 1.

MADDYS MISSION 5K RUN/WALK

8 am @ Gallup Sports Complex. Saturday, Aug. 31. Register at Gallup Humane Society.

All proceeds benefit McKinley County Humane Society. Early registration $20; day of race $25. For more information: MaddysMission2017@gmail. com or Tiffany (505) 979-0664 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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