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Hyatt: Article on GMCS expulsions is ‘bad journalism’ DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT ARGUES MEDIA OUTLET DIDN’T DO THEIR RESEARCH, CREATED THEIR OWN NARRATIVE

By Molly Ann Howell Sun Correspondent

GMCS records list 15 expulsions in past seven years

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hen a non-profit online publication published a series of articles claiming that Gallup-McKinley County Schools is responsible for the majority of the state’s expulsions of Native American students from schools, GMCS Superintendent Mike Hyatt spoke out against the accusations.

The Dec. 21 article from the publication alleged the district has a quarter of New Mexico’s Native American students, but it also had “at least three-quarters of Native student expulsions in the state during the four school years ending in 2020.”

The ar ticle went on to explain that the reporter interviewed 80 people, and he studied data he received from the New Mexico Public Education Department, as every New Mexico school district must submit ever y disciplinar y action to the NMPED. The article focused on one Native American seventh-grade boy who wa s repor ted ly expelled from GMCS. In the article, the boy said that he was getting written up for “everything” before he was expelled

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D GMCS superintendent Mike Hyatt – for being “off-task” to “playing on the school elevator” and a list of other items.

Hyatt took time during the Jan. 9 GMCS school board meeting to address the article.

He began by stating the article was “bad journalism” and false. Then, he called the piece “an attack” on GMCS. “... [The] unfortunate part about this is they’re falsely attacking our staff, our teachers, our administration and stating that our people who live in this community, who are of a diverse nature in the first place, who live here and support our students and do their best to support our students and do

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uring the school board meeting in which Gallup-McKinley County Schools Superintendent Mike Hyatt addressed a recent article published by a New Mexico publication, he told the school board that the school district had only expelled 15 students in the past seven years. The Sun was able to obtain the list of expulsions.

These expulsions are from the 2015-2016 through the 2022-2023 school years.

• Two students in the 2015-2016 school year. One H ispa n ic st udent f rom Crow npoint High School was expelled for multiple drug charges. One Native A mer ic a n s t udent f r om Ra ma h High School wa s expelled for possession of a firearm.

• Four students in the 2016-2017 school year. One

Native A merican student from Thoreau High School was expelled for multiple drug charges. One Native A mer ic a n s t udent f r om Ga l lup H ig h School wa s expelled for multiple drug cha rge s, i nclud i ng d r ug trafficking. One Caucasian student from Gallup Central High School was expelled for a ssau lt i ng a teacher and drug trafficking. One Native A merican student from Gallup High School was expelled for stabbing someone with a knife.

• O ne s t udent i n t he 2 017- 2 018 s c h o o l y e a r.

One Native American student from Chief Manuelito Middle School was expelled for mu lt iple phy sic a l attacks.

• Two students in the 2019-2020 school year. One Native A merican student from Gallup High School wa s ex pel led for a sexual attack. One Hispanic student from Gallup High School wa s ex pelled for

drug trafficking.

• O ne s t udent i n t he 2021-2022 school year. One Native A merican student from Gallup High School was expelled for “multiple serious infractions.”

• F ive students in the 2022-2023 school year (so far). One Native American/ Cauca sia n st udent f rom H i ro sh i M iya mu r a H ig h School wa s ex pelled for possession of a f irea r m.

One Native American student from Crownpoint High School wa s ex pelled for possession of a f irea r m.

One Native American student from Hiroshi Miyamura High School was expelled for possession of a firearm, a k n i fe, a nd d r ugs. One Native A merican student f rom H i ro sh i M iya mu r a High School was expelled for theft and possession of a firearm. One Hispanic student from Hiroshi Miyamura High School was expelled for physical attacks on students, staff, and security.

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our best to educate students, they’re saying that they are making racial decisions when they implement discipline,” Hyatt said.

During the meeting, Hyatt told the board members that the district had only had 15 expulsions in the last seven years.

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According to the article, GMCS reported at least 211 expulsions in the four years between the 2016-2017 school year and the 2019-2020 school year.

But in an interview with the Sun on Jan. 20, Hyatt said that the number was incorrect. Besides the 15 students previously mentioned, the 196 other students were eventually allowed back to school.

He explained how the district reports its disciplinary actions to the NMPED. All New Mexico schools must submit their disciplinary actions in the Student Teacher Accountability Supporting System. STARS is where school districts record everything from their students’ attendance to their disciplinary records.

The disciplinary section has categories and asks questions such as ‘How many expulsions did you have? How

many suspensions or long-term suspensions?’

But Hyatt said STARS falls a bit short when it comes to discipline. According to Hyatt, the form doesn’t ask every question about discipline, and the discipline categories aren’t clearly defi ned.

“There’s nothing in the STARS manual that says ‘this is what an expulsion is,’ but in general an expulsion should have been – and as a district this is what we refer to now – an indefi nite removal from school,” Hyatt said. “There’s no date for a student to return.”

Hyatt said the STARS manual’s lack of a defi nition could lead to different districts having different definitions for disciplinary categories. He said that is what happened at GMCS. Each principal is responsible for reporting the disciplinary records for their school,

and then a secretary at the district’s central office puts them into one big document for the district. Hyatt said that multiple defi nitions of expulsion and suspension were used, and many suspensions and longterm suspensions were marked down as expulsions, hence the larger number.

After hearing Hyatt speak on the subject during the latest school board meeting, GMCS board member Michael Schaaf voiced his opinion to the Sun about the mistake.

“We need to report the incidents correctly to the state,” Schaaf said. “But I think Mike Hyatt’s doing a great job. We’re going to support Mike.”

Hyatt said part of the problem was recently found in the district’s student handbook.

In the handbook, a long-term

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Miyamura JROTC cadets travel to Texas for fi rst competition

By Molly Ann Howell Sun Correspondent

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ccording to their website, the U.S. Army Junior Reserve Officers’

Training Corps is one of the “largest character development and citizenship program for youth in the world.” JROTC’S mission is “to motivate young people to be better citizens.”

Miyamura Cadets during their Armed Drill Performance at the 5th Brigade Drill Team Championship at the Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. The team was led by Cadet Captain Faith Lujan. Photo Credit: Major Royal Atwood The program “instills in students in United States secondary educational institutions the value of citizenship, service to the United States, and personal responsibility and a sense of accomplishment.”

The program teaches high school students fi rst aid, how to study better, and other life skills.

Miya mura High School recently opened their own chapter of the program in August, and over the weekend of Jan. 20 the cadets attended their fi rst drill competition in San Antonio, Texas.

Instructor Major Royal Atwood and the team of 14 cadets drove 15 hours to the competition, but Atwood said it was all worth it once they got to the convention center where the 2023 Brigade Drill Team Championship was held.

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“My favorite part was the look on the cadets’ faces when they arrived at the convention center,” Atwood said. “It was almost hard to grab their attention because it was very overwhelming [for them]. For most of them it was the first time they’d been out of the [Gallup] area.”

The results of the competition were not available at press time, but Atwood said this first competition wasn’t about winning or losing.

“This is the first competition for these kids. The intent was to initiate them into the JROTC drill culture, … to indoctrinate them [into the culture], and then get them excited about future drill meets [and] how to improve their performance,” Atwood said.

One of the cadets, Dominque Nez, said that the

competition was a great learning experience for her.

“I liked meeting new people and seeing how they did their drill,” she said.

Faith Lujan is the Cadet Captain for the team. She also said she appreciated the learning experience.

“The judges were kind enough to tell me what to do,” Lujan said.

Besides competing, the cadets also went shopping and saw the San A ntonio Riverwalk.

Atwood said that this competition was a major learning curve for the cadets, but that he’s very proud of what they accomplished regardless of the results.

“I’m just really proud of the kids. They really came out of their comfort zones to do this,” Atwood said.

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Water infrastructure tops chamber’s legislative hotlist

By Holly J. Wagner Sun Correspondent

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ater is at the top of Gallup’s list of legislative priorities this

year.

The city is asking the state to budget for $30 million for water infrastructure, and that’s the McKinley-Gallup Chamber of Commerce’s top legislative priority, said Executive Director Bill Lee, who spent the week carrying the region’s banner, meeting with legislators in Santa Fe. The issue surfaced at the

city’s water rate hearings late last year: the city has been asking for (and getting some) state and federal funding for water projects for years, but most often the ask has been for water itself, often in the form of new wells to keep water flowing until the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project is fi nished.

This year the focus is on shoring up the city’s water delivery infrastructure, for now and the future.

Gallupians are familiar with water line breaks and other issues stemming from the age – in some cases 100

years – of the pipes delivering water. What they may not know is that not only are the existing pipes fragile because of age, but they need to be replaced ahead of connecting to the NGWSP because the switch from groundwater to surface water threatens to dislodge whatever scale has built up in the old pipes.

That’s a few years off, but the immediate needs are still looming. The city has been trying for a year to set a new water rate structure, and until it does the water department can’t borrow or bond for major system improvements.

LOSING THE CHAIR Lee is dismayed that New Mexico’s new House Speaker Javier Martinez booted Greater Gallup Economic Development Cor porat ion Execut ive Director Patty Lundstrom from the chair of the state House Appropriations and Finance Committee. Lundstrom remains on the committee, but no longer leads it.

“We consider that a real blow to Gallup and McKinley County,” Lee said. “Patty has done a wonderful job with the state budget over the last few years. We think it was a big mistake and it was schoolyard politics.”

That won’t keep Gallup from pursuing its goals, Lee said, “but they have taken her out of any key committees and

McKinley-Gallup Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Bill Lee removed her as chair of appropriations and fi nance.”

OTHER PRIORITIES W h a t doe s encou r a ge Lee is that Gov. Michelle

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Rep. Patty Lundstrom removed as chairwoman of House Appropriations, Finance Committee Staff Reports

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he new legislative session started with Rep. Patty Lundstrom, D-Gallup, being removed from her position as chairwoman of the House Appropriations and Finance Committee.

The new Speaker of the Hou s e Ja v i e r M a r t i n e z , D -A lbuq uer q ue, s t r ippe d Lundstrum of her title during an evening floor session on committee assignments on Jan. 17.

Lundstrom will be succeeded by Rep. Nathan Small, D-Las Cruces.

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Infrastructure, water top the councilors’ list of goals for 2023

By Molly Ann Howell Sun Correspondent

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new year brings a chance for people to get a new start and set goals for the upcoming year. The Sun recently sat down with city leaders to discuss their goals for 2023.

The biggest sha red goal among the city council was improving the city’s infrastructure.

“Infrastructure affects everything else,” Councilor Sarah Piano, Dist. 3, said. “If we don’t have money for infrastructure and we don’t put more money in the budget for that, then how can we build on top of it? How can we build anything if we don’t

Councilor Michael Schaaf, Dist. 2 Photo Credit: Merrisha Livingston

Councilor Sarah Piano, Dist. 3. Photo Credit: Merrisha Livingston

have infrastructure?”

Councilor Michael Schaff, Dist. 2, agreed with Piano.

“We need to get new infrastructure for the water and sewer lines. We’ve got some pipes that are 100 years old,” Schaaf said. “Hopefully we can

get that through the legislation, [so] that they’ll give us money for that.”

Getting funds for projects is another top concern for the council.

“The things that we want to get done are really heavily

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Along the lines of infrastructure, the city’s roads are also a concern for the councilors.

“We’ve just had failing infrastructure with roads – especially roads – and water,” Piano said.

“Those are our kind of big infrastructure needs. ….”

Mayor Louie Bonaguidi also chimed in on the subject of roads, mentioning the potholes that are all around town, and the

weather conditions this winter that have only made them worse.

Water is also a top concern for the council. During this year’s legislative session, the city is asking the state to budget $30 million for water infrastructure.

Before the pandemic the Navajo-Gallup Water Supply Project was projected to be finished by 2024, but now Bonaguidi believes it will be closer to 2030.

Existing pipes will need to be replaced ahead of connecting to the NGWSP when the switch from groundwater to surface water threatens to dislodge whatever scale has built up in the old pipes.

The water rate is also something that’s on Bonaguidi’s mind.

He said the council will be making an official decision on that in the coming weeks since they weren’t able to make one by the end of 2022.

This list is just a fraction of the council’s priorities. They will lay out more of their goals and priorities during the annual Strategic Planning meeting, which will take place Feb. 27 March 2.

But the councilors’ true goal is just to improve Gallup.

“It’s a great place to live, but we need to improve some things,” Schaaf concluded.

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Retiring Chief Boyd leaves a legacy to build on

By Holly J. Wagner Sun Correspondent

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he most important thing newly retired Chief Franklin Boyd learned in his nearly 25 years with the Gallup Police Department isn’t something you can teach in a classroom: Compassion.

Boyd, who had been chief since April 19, 2019, joined the department in 1998 after attending the police academy in Gallup. He’d grown up and gone to school in Fort Defiance, Ariz., and spent seven years in the U.S. Marine Corps before that.

He started out on patrol and worked his way up from there.

But those early experiences on the street taught him that the world isn’t black and white, even if your car is.

“When I was a very young officer, knowing the basics in terms of dealing with the public, I thought I had to enforce the law in the strictest manner possible…I didn’t care, I didn’t know any better,” he said in an interview with the Sun. Back then, he might have given a speeder a ticket without considering mitigating circumstances, like someone racing to a hospital when a family member had an emergency.

“Cops have a lot of discretion in dealing with things like that,” Boyd said. “Was it justice? Did I give someone justice that day?

No, I didn’t do justice. I should have been more compassionate.

Obviously experience and maturity tells you otherwise now.”

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Gallup Police Chief Franklin Boyd that takes care of their mental health and helps them cope with a tough job, and constant training to do that job better and advance.

“One of my greatest joys was concentrating on investing in human capital. When I took over as chief I wanted to increase our accountability and professionalism, giving officers everything they need to do their jobs,” he said.

That was part of restructuring the department to be more proactive, an effort that took years to bring about.

“We were very heavily reactive. To have a successful police department you have to have a proactive component to your policing,” he said. “You need a special unit in the department that will go out there and answer the community’s needs.”

One thing he developed is a team that can go after “hot spots” when citizens report problems with things like drugs or speeders creating a dangerous environment. But that’s a challenge for officers already on duty; his successor’s biggest challenge will be staffing.

In an Oct. 21 issue, the Sun reported that the GPD had 10 vacancies they needed to fill. Boyd commented on the national police shortage, saying

that a department is nothing without some manpower.

“You can have a great blueprint, you can have a great structure, but if you don’t have the manpower it’s all for naught,” he said. You’re just going to go back to being reactive. Unfortunately that’s what happens to a lot of PDs.” It’s not all about money. The department tries to offer competitive salaries, but a key to its cohesion is making employees feel supported.

“It’s their mental health and well being, their need for training and equipment,” Boyd explained. “That’s how you start building the culture. Then they realize after a while, ‘Wow this

PD really cares about me, my professional development and my well being.’”

Boyd won’t be around to enjoy one of his crowning achievements, but he’s proud that construction has begun on the John Arviso Public Safety building.

“Every chief wants to leave his profession when things are going in a positive direction and I’m so happy for that,” Boyd said. “The officers need a new public safety building.”

City Manager Mar yann Ustick worked with Boyd throughout his career, from lieutenant all the way up to chief. She did nothing but praise him at the end of his career.

“He took over the department when it was really challenged after his boss was terminated…he really built the bench. He really put together a succession plan so the department is in really good shape all the way down to the sergeants,” Ustick said.

Reflecting on his career, Boyd said one of his most memorable moments was a chance encounter at the post office while he was still on patrol.

“This young lady approached me. At this point in my career I had responded to thousands

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Weekly Police Activity Reports Staff Reports D O L L A R G EN ER A L FIGHT Gallup, Jan. 20 A fight at Dollar General led to one ma n, John Shirley, getting arrested.

On Jan. 20, a round 8:3 0 pm, a n employee of the Dollar General at 805 S. Second St. called the police when Shirley, 50, started fighting with another store employee. According to the report, the caller said that

Shirley was using his keys as a weapon.

The store employee Shirley had gotten into a fight with told the officers that Shirley had come into the store earlier that night and told him he was going to come back and rob the store.

He then proceeded to drive off, swerving on to Second Street.

About five minutes later, Shirley came back into the store, and began arguing with the employee.

T he employee sa id he started fighting with Shirley, and that he tried to get him in an arm lock but couldn’t. The fight continued outside, and that’s when Shirley held his

keys in between his fi ngers and hit the employee in the mouth with them.

According to the police report, the employee had an open cut on his top lip.

Shirley was arrested and charged with aggravated battery. His preliminary examination is scheduled for Feb. 1.

SWINGING AN AX Gallup, Jan. 14 A man named Brandon Long was arrested after officers watched a surveillance video of him threatening his neighbor with an ax.

On Jan. 14 around 2:30 am Gallup Police Officer Julio

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Ya z z i e w a s dispatched to 910 N. F i r st St. when some people living in the apartment complex called saying a woman was screaming and a man, who was later identified as Long, 39, was carrying an ax around.

When Yazzie arrived at the scene, he met a man who said a woman had knocked on his door, but when he opened it, she ran away screaming. That’s when Long reportedly came at the man with the ax and swung it at him.

The man said Long was his neighbor. The man was able to close the door before the ax hit him, but it did hit his door.

Yazzie was able to watch a video that backed up the man’s claims. Another neighbor was also able to confi rm the man’s story.

Off icers were not able to fi nd the woman or Long.

Yazzie filed a warrant for Long’s arrest, and he was finally arrested on Jan. 19.

He was charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and criminal damage to property. His preliminary examination is scheduled for Feb. 15.

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– The 25th Navajo Nation Council convened for the opening day of the Winter Council Session on Jan. 23 and elected Council Delegate Crystalyne Curley to serve a two-year term as the new Speaker and head of the Legislative Branch. This marks the very first time a Navajo woman has been selected to serve in the role of the Speaker.

“I extend my appreciation to my colleagues of the 25th Navajo Nation Council for having the confidence in me to lead the Legislative Branch and to serve as the Speaker of the Council,” Curley said in a press release published on Jan. 25. “We have many challenging issues to address and I look forward to working collectively with my colleagues and the other branches of government to make progress for our people and communities across the Nation. Through dedication, hard work, and prayer, the 25th Navajo Nation Council will remain committed to positive changes and accountability as we move forward together.”

The newly-elected Speaker is Tsenjikini and born for To’aheedliinii. Her maternal grandfather is Kinyaa’aanii and her paternal grandfather is Dził t’aadi Kinyaa’áanii. She is originally from the community of Fish Point, Ariz., located within the Tsélání/ INDIAN COUNTRY

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Navajo Nation Chief Justice JoAnn Jayne administering the Oath of Office to Madam Speaker Crystalyne Curley in the Navajo Nation Council Chamber on Jan. 23. Photo Credit: 25th Navajo Nation Council Cottonwood Chapter and she is fluent in the English and Navajo languages.

During the presentation of her platform, Curley said that she strives to be a voice for Navajo people living in remote areas without basic infrastructure and amenities, which she attributed to growing up in a rural community. Despite the challenges of living in such conditions, Curley earned two Bachelor’s Degrees from Arizona State University and a Masters in Public Administration from the University of New Mexico.

She previously served as a policy analyst with Diné C ol le ge a nd t he Na v a j o Gover nment Development Office. In addition, she served a s a L eg i sl at ive Di s t r ic t Assistant and Senior Public Information Officer for the Office of the Speaker and

Office of the President and Vice President before being elected to t he cou nci l i n November, representing the communities of Tachee/Blue Gap, Many Farms, Nazlini, Tselani/Cottonwood, and Low Mountain. From 2011-2012, she ser ved as Miss Navajo Nation.

During the Jan. 23 session, four members of the council were nominated and given 15 minutes to present their respective platform. Among ot her s nom i nated were Council Delegates Eugenia Ch a rle s -New t on, Ca rl R .

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HHS awards $139 million for Special Diabetes Program for Indians 11 ORGANIZATIONS, TRIBES ARE BEING FUNDED FOR THE FIRST TIME Staff Reports

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he U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service, is investing $139 million in funding for the Fiscal Year 2023 Special Diabetes Program for Indians to provide diabetes prevention and treatment services for American Indian and Alaska Native communities.

Funding awards have been made to 302 tribal, urban, and IHS sites in 35 states under the new, five-year grant cycle that began on Jan. 1. Eleven organizations and tribes are being funded for the fi rst time.

“HHS is committed to eliminating health disparities in communities across the country,” HHS Secretary Xavier Becerra said in a press release published on Jan. 25. “American Indian and Alaska Native communities have historically had

IHS Director Roselyn Tso disproportionately higher rates of diabetes than other populations. Through education and outreach programs like the Special Diabetes Program for Indians, we are successfully implementing evidence-based and community-driven strategies to prevent and treat diabetes in tribal and urban Indian communities.”

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kidney failure decreased by half after implementing population-based diabetes treatment and prevention services like SDPI. The prevalence of diabetic eye disease (retinopathy) has also fallen in American Indian and Alaska Native adults by more than 50% compared to reports from the 1980s and 1990s. This is a substantial reduction in the risk of vision problems and blindness in American Indian and Alaska Native adults with diabetes.

Although it is not possible to determine specific reasons for these decreases, the diabetes prevention services provided by IHS, tribal and urban Indian health facilities very likely contributed.

“IHS is committed to continuing its support for diabetes prevention and treatment for IHS, tribal, and urban Indian health programs,” IHS Director

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Lady Patriot Aubrey Tah (24) looks for an open teammate during the game against the Bloomfield Lady Bobcats Jan. 21. The Lady Patriots lost 5443. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Lady Patriot Laurn Begay (42) guards the basket as Lady Bobcat Delanna Russel (22) attempts to score. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

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Sports scores for Jan. 18 - Jan. 24 Boys Basketball 1/19 72-40 (L) Miyamura v.

Kirtland Central 1/19 66-54 (L) Ramah v.

To’hajiilee 1/19 69-67 (W) Tohatchi v.

Newcomb 1/19 60-44 (L) Tse’ Yi’ Ga v.

Hozho Academy 1/19 55-40 (W) Zuni @ Crownpoint 1/21 51-37 (L) Miyamura v.

Bloomfield 1/21 50-46 (W) Ramah v.

Hozho Academy 1/21 66-49 (W) Rehoboth Christian v. Estanci 1/21 61-43 (W) Tohatchi v.

Wingate 1/21 71-23 (L) Tse’ Yi’ Ga v.

Pine Hill 1/23 61-44 (W) Gallup v.

Bloomfield 1/23 83-41 (W) Thoreau @ Tohatchi 1/24 81-40 (L) Crownpoint v.

Navajo Prep 1/24 85-44 (W) Gallup v. Aztec 1/24 67-64 (W) Miyamura v.

Shiprock 1/24 63-29 (W) Rehoboth Christian v. Laguna Acoma 1/24 66-61 (L) Thoreau v. Fort

Wingate 1/24 65-29 (L) Tse’ Yi’ Ga v.

To’hajilee Girls Basketball 1/19 83-21 (W) Gallup v.

Bloomfield 1/19 82-36 (L) Miyamura v.

Kirtland Central 1/19 70-45 (L) Ramah v.

To’hajiilee 1/19 36-28 (W) Tse’ Yi’ Ga v.

Hozho Academy 1/21 57-43 (W) Crownpoint v.

Newcomb 1/21 86-13 (W) Gallup v.

Shiprock 1/21 54-43 (L) Miyamura v.

Bloomfield 1/21 57-24 (W) Ramah v.

Hozho Academy 1/21 52-40 (L) Tohatchi v.

Navajo Prep 1/21 34-33 (L) Tse’ Yi’ Ga v.

Pine Hill 1/23 57-40 (L) Crownpoint v.

Zuni 1/23 50-47 (L) Thoreau v.

Navajo Prep 1/24 53-37 (L) Rehoboth Christian v. Laguna Acoma 1/24 47-9 (L) Tse’ Yi’ Ga v.

To’hajiilee

Sports schedule for week of Jan. 27 Boys Basketball 1/27 Gallup v. Kirtland Central 7 pm Away 1/27 Miyamura v. Aztec 7 pm Home 1/27 Ramah @ Navajo Pine 7 pm 1/27 Rehoboth Christian v.

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T he W hale is a unique drama that poses remarkable risks and challenges for its fi lmmakers. It is a gloomy tale set entirely within one tiny location featuring a small number of characters with a lead who is an empathetic yet deeply flawed individual.

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Charlie (Brendan Fraser) is an online English teacher suffering from morbid obesity and, as the film opens, life-threatening chest pains. His condition has spiraled so out-of-control that his frustrated friend/nurse Liz (Hong Chau) begs Charlie to seek medical assistance before his heart gives out. Unwilling to do so, he instead focuses on his work, grading essays and rereading a less-than-complimentary opinion written about a classic novel.

Over the course of a few days, the lead is visited by Thomas (Ty Simpkins), a young missionary hoping to convert him to a local religious group.

Charlie also reaches out to his estranged and troubled daughter Ellie (Sadie Sink), who deeply resents him for disappearing years earlier. In the process, viewers begin to get a sense of why the man’s life has taken an unfortunate turn.

As mentioned, for a very small film like this to affect viewers, the entire cast must be exceptional. There has been a great deal of awards buzz surrounding Fraser’s performance and the talk is completely warranted. It is a challenge to emote under prosthetics and the make-up effects in the fi lm are extremely convincing, so much so for this reviewer that he soon forgot about them.

This is also because Fraser brilliantly conveys Charlie’s pain and inner turmoil in

Brendan Fraser wears prosthetics in his role as a troubled obese English teacher in ‘The Whale.’ Photo Credit: A24 ever y scene. There’s a lot going on with this protagonist, who binge-eats in order to deal with a loss in his life, as well as feelings of guilt over not being involved in his youngster’s life. His depressed mindset (and fear of judgment from others) has seemingly led him into a spiral of repetitive behavior that further pushes him towards his end.

Yet, the unusual situation is accessible in that it’s not so far removed from other addictions and issues like alcoholism. As such, his problems and stumbling blocks were relatable, with Fraser adding incredible empathy to the character with a self-deprecating, gentle manner and earnestness. And while some may be confused early on as to the lead’s refusal to get help, Charlie’s understanding of his dire situation and fi nal reasoning eventually becomes

understandable.

Another big plus is the stirring work of Chau as the protagonist’s lone helper. She’s Charlie’s sole confidant, constantly juggling her affection for him with irate fury at his continually deteriorating state.

Additionally, Charlie’s meetings with Ellie and ex-wife Mary (Samantha Morton) are tense. Ellie delivers harsh words and insults to her father, making a quick path to reconciliation seemingly impossible and their interactions uncomfortable. But this approach adds an air of authenticity and realism to the proceedings – a lengthy session with the ex is also fi lled with a seemingly appropriate sense of anger, dismay and sadness between the adults.

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English course that Charlie teaches) and for the most part the fi lm holds true to this mantra. Thus, the fi nal interactions between Charlie, Ellie and Liz are believable, deeply moving and leave a mark on the viewer.

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In the end, T he W hale makes a deep imprint and isn’t easily forgotten.

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Have you considered a living trust?

Lawrence Castillo “Perspectives”

By Lawrence Castillo Guest Columnist “A living trust…is more flexible and more private than a will. It affords you, your assets, and your heirs greater protections should you become incapacitated.”Consumer Reports Most people understand that a will is an estate management document that takes effect after a person dies.

However, there is also a way to administer your estate and ensure your wishes are followed.

A living trust is a fund set up while you are alive to help you plan your estate more efficiently and privately.

A living trust is a legal vehicle used to pass on the assets of an estate, such as property, investments, collectibles, and other assets. It is sometimes chosen by people who want to help their

heirs avoid a lengthy and expensive probate process or fear they may become incapacitated later in life.

A living trust provides clear instructions about dividing assets once the original owner passes away.

You can fund a trust using several sources, including: Cash and bank accounts Real estate Insurance Intellectual property, including patents, copyrights, and trademarks Formation of a living trust involves the owner of the assets, called the “grantor,” removing his or her name from ownership.

Then, the assets are placed into the trust’s name. This process is known as funding the trust.

Once funding occurs, the grantor designates a “trustee,” charged with ensuring that all the trust provisions execute correctly. A trustee must be carefully

selected and could be a relative or close associate of the grantor, or even a reputable third party such as a lawyer, banker, or accountant.

Establishing a trust fund enables the grantor to leave an inheritance to their heirs, also called “beneficiaries.” The grantor can even place specific conditions on receiving trust items.

Living trusts come in two different versions: revocable and irrevocable. Revocable trusts tend to be the least complex and most common type. Revocable trusts offer flexibility in that they can be changed or canceled by a grantor.

Advantages of a Living Trust All living trusts offer some unique estate management advantages. These include: Increased privacy.

Unlike wills, living trusts are not public documents. The public cannot get copies of a living trust without permission from the trustee.

Shorter, less expensive probate. With a trust, the trustee can take care of end-of-life issues, like dealing with creditors, more efficiently. The trustee can act immediately, without the need to wait for a probate judge to decide.

The Downsides of a Living Trust Before deciding to set up a trust, you should recognize that there are potential downsides.

Tr usts ca n be costly: Depending on your circumstances and your goals for a trust, it can be expensive to set up. Some people attempt to set up trusts themselves, using forms or an online platform to avoid this.

You must participate in the process: When a grantor establishes a trust, he or she has the sometimes tedious job of retitling assets. Failing to retitle assets means the trust will not perform to expectations.

Whatever you decide, always use an authorized attorney to prepare your trust. Never use an insurance agent who claims

Lawrence Castillo to be working with an attorney; these can be more costly and are frowned upon by the legal community.

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Baby got back slang ‘Grammar Guy’

By Curtis Honeycutt Guest Columnist

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s I approach the magical age of 40, I’m supposedly getting to the peak of my life (and then it’s all downhill from there). What I didn’t realize is what a rude awakening this would be for my newly aching body. My kids all still want to be held from time to time, which is killing my back. Now, before you recommend your favorite chiropractor, allow me to make a

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segue as weak as my back.

Today I want to introduce you to the idea of “back slang.” Feel free to groan all you want, but I had to whet your appetite for a healthy dose of word nerdery.

For those of you who love wordplay, back slang is a way to play with language in which you speak or spell a word backward.

Easy as “eip,” right?

Originally conceived in Victorian-era London, back slang began as a clandestine way for costermongerers (street merchants who sold produce) to

Curtis Honeycutt talk to each other about things they wanted to keep secret. I know this sounds weird, but

GRAMMAR GUY | SEE PAGE 17 OPINIONS

GMCS | FROM PAGE 5 suspension shared a similar definition to an expulsion.

Hyatt said that’s where a lot of the confusion could’ve happened.

T he 2 0 2 2 - 2 0 2 3 GMC S Student Behavior Handbook defi nes a long-term suspension as “a suspension from school for more than 10 consecutive school days.” A long-term suspension requires a due process hearing at the district level.

Sometimes a student who has been long-term suspended can be placed in an “alternative program.”

Whereas an expulsion is an indefinite removal from school. According to the handbook, an expulsion requires a formal long-term suspension/ expulsion due process hearing at the district level. A student who is expelled may be placed in an “alternative program.” An expelled student must return back to school if the due process hearing is delayed more than 10 days until a decision is made.

Hyatt said the mistake led

GRAMMAR GUY | FROM PAGE 16 I’m guessing the sellers wanted to communicate freely to each other about things like problem customers, prices for cabbage and private theories about the identity of Jack the Ripper.

Imagine a loud, crowded street market where you needed to share trade secrets with your fellow carrot-seller across the way. If you shouted something about “storrac,” you’d be talking about “carrots.” As this secret way of communicating evolved, the sellers developed a fast way of talking that made no sense to their clientele. For instance, if you could get away NEWS

to lots of misinformation, and made the data inapplicable when it comes to what each district in the state might define an expulsion. The article is actually what led the district to look into their data and discover the mistake.

“So when we looked at the data you’re not comparing apples to apples across the state. You’re comparing whatever that district’s defi nition of that category is,” Hyatt said.

The alleged incorrect data is what led Hyatt to the suspicion that the reporter wasn’t going to be handling his story about GMCS correctly.

“When [he] received [the data from the NMPED, the reporter] started putting that together and he started asking me questions about the data,” Hyatt said. “But he didn’t ask it in a way like ‘what is this data?,’ it was almost like ‘are you racist?’ It wasn’t a fair, unbiased question.”

As previously stated, the article alleged 25% of the state’s Native American students attend GMCS but at least 75% of the expulsions of Native American students came from

the district.

But Hyatt argued that the amount of Native American students GMCS has skewed the data.

Accor d i n g t o d i s t r ic t records, the district had over 9,000 Native American students attending its schools in the 2020-2021 school year. Hyatt noted that in schools such as Crownpoint High School and Tohatchi High School, the Native American population greatly outnumbers other races.

Crownpoint High had 295 enrolled Native American students in the 2020-2021 school year, while only having two enrolled Caucasian students and seven Asian students.

Tohatchi High had 265 enrolled Native American students, one African American student, and one Caucasian student in the 2020-2021 school year.

Hyatt argued that when the statistics are looked at properly, the angle that the article was trying to take doesn’t hold up.

“You can quickly see how statistically, the narrative that they’re trying to create falls

flat. If they’d just done their homework [they would’ve seen that], but unfortunately they were just working out of ignorance,” Hyatt said.

Hyatt said he felt that the reporter had already come to a conclusion about the data and what it said about GMCS. He refused to do an interview with the publication.

“It was obvious that he’d already come to the conclusion that he wanted because he felt he understood the data. When anybody approaches me with those types of questions, I don’t respond to them,” Hyatt said. “… I could already tell this is a story being created rather than being found.”

As for the kid featured in the article, Hyatt said what was written made it sound as if the student was expelled from GMCS, when he was not. The student was allowed back to school, and even when he left the school district to attend a different one, he eventually came back to GMCS. Hyatt said the student also had some trouble at the other district, but that GMCS welcomed him back, and allowed

him to take summer classes.

SCHOOL BOARD SUPPORT During the school board meeting the school board members backed up Hyatt’s statements against the publication and showed their support for the superintendent.

In an interview with the Sun, GMCS board President Ch r istopher Mor ten sen restated his support for Hyatt and his comments against the publication.

“We want to make sure people understand that this isn’t impartial news. [Two New Mexico publications] have an ax to grind, they’re out for us, and it’s unfortunate,” Mortensen said. “...We don’t have time to deal with these guys, these bush-league media outlets that put stuff out there without really looking hard into it, doing real journalism work.”

The Sun did fi le a request for the public records from NMPED detailing GMCS’s disciplinary records on Jan. 20, but did not receive any materials from NMPED by press time.

with swindling an old man, you could tell your friend to “les eht delo nam mus deliops jabbac,” which translates to, “Sell the old man some spoiled cabbage.”

You’ll notice the spelling in the back slang example above isn’t truly backward. That’s because back slang attempts to spell words as phonetically as possible once the words are reversed. It seems difficult to understand at first glance, but the costermongerers were experts.

My favorite contemporary example of back slang comes from the world of combat robotics. Yes, Grammar Guy is part of a BattleBots team, and you can see me on TV competing

with the 250-pound robot called Bloodsport. But, as it relates to back slang, you’ve got to go down to the 12-pound weight class.

At a smaller robotics tournament called Norwalk Havoc Robot Combat, builder Kris Rummel competes with a robot called Yob Gnol, pronounced “yob guh-nol.” Yob Gnol placed second in the NHRL 12-pound finals in December, and I can’t get enough of it.

You can have “snut fo nuf” with back slang, and now your assignment is to introduce it to a friend through a text conversation this week. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I need to apply some Icy Hot to my lower back.

Curtis Honeycutt is an

award-winning syndicated humor columnist and author.

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In Loving Memory Betty Johnson, of Gallup, died Jan. 20. She was 86.

She was born in Gallup on Oct. 22, 1936.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents John and Pearl Bertinetti, and her sister Patti Doty.

She is survived by her husband Riley “Cookie” Johnson;

her sons Riley Jr., wife Ann, Rick, wife Pam, and John, wife Kelly; her eight grandchildren; 22 great grandchildren; and numerous family members and friends.

Funeral services will be held at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints at 21320 S. Greenfield Rd. in Gilbert, Ariz., on Feb. 4 at 11 am.

Memorials and flowers can be sent to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

CHIEF BOYD RETIRES | FROM PAGE 9

Betty Jo Johnson

and thousands of calls. She called me by my name but I didn’t recognize her,” he said.

She reminded him he’d been to a past domestic violence call at her home, where he made an arrest and helped the woman get shelter and resources. “She said, ‘If it weren’t for you, I’d have been stuck in that cycle of violence.’ That meant a lot to me. I’ll never forget it,” Boyd said.

Boyd’s future plans include attending to his own business rehabbing rental units,

CHAMBER PRIORITIES | FROM PAGE 7

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Lu ja n- Gr isha m is pay i ng attention to organized retail theft, which he says is a bigger problem than many realize. The crimes may be swarms of shoplifters like the incidents that make headlines, or individuals “stealing large quantities of an item and then putting it on the Internet for sale.”

But Lee and Lujan-Grisham don’t always agree. Among the chamber’s other priorities: • The chamber is against “more onerous regulations on oil and gas, which is what powers our state,” and it’s for the tri-state Hydrogen Hub initiative. “Right now we think there should be a ‘use everything’ approach with balance,” Lee said.

• Lujan-Grisham has said she’s open to reforming the state’s gross receipts tax, something the chamber also hopes to do away with because it has the effect of layering taxes.

“Chambers across the state have been asking for this for a long time. It’s basically an economic development killer for

charity work, catching up on reading and hitching a camper to his pickup truck to see the southwest.

He’s not sure if he’ll stay in Gallup or move to another community, but he’s sure of one thing: “I’m looking for something that’s very rural-oriented,” he said. “I want my closest neighbor to be a few miles away. I want a little solitude.”

Boyd’s last day on the job was Jan. 20. The city is actively searching for a new chief, but in the meantime Capt. Erin Toadlena-Pablo will be acting chief and Capt. Billy Padavich will serve as acting deputy chief.

our state,” Lee said.

• The chamber opposes a proposed $16-per-hour minimum wage, which Lee said “would make us the second highest in the nation” and he fears will hurt or drive out businesses.

• The chamber supports better pay for teachers, Lee said, but not without strings; the organization also wants the school day extended by two hours “to make up what was lost during the pandemic,” and more oversight of results.

“The governor talked about increasing teacher pay. We’re not opposed to that, we just want to see what happened to the funding from last year,” Lee said “We want to see what the data says, how the money is spent.”

• The pandemic was bad for almost everyone including schools, but it gave states a windfall of federal funds.

“In this time of large surpluses in cash, states being responsible are putting aside a 30% reserve for when the bottom falls out,” Lee said.

The New Mexico legislative session started on Jan. 17. It ends on March 18.

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public relations role.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication.

• Strong understanding of the media, including social media.

• Organized and detail-oriented work ethic.

• Ability to travel on short notice.

• Valid driver’s license. *** GMCS Education/Sports Journalist Non-CBA 203 Day Contract $66,196 Supervisor: Public Information Officer (PIO) General Job Description: The sports journalist is responsible for covering sporting events and writing about the athletes, teams, and coaches involved. Must be able to create content around other aspects of sports culture, such as trends in equipment or apparel design, fan behavior, etc.

The Sports Journalist must have strong knowledge of the sport they are covering to be able to write informed articles that will appeal to readers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - Essential duties may include, but are not limited to the following: • Write articles on a variety of sports topics, including game previews and recaps, player profiles, and league news • Take photos or videos at sporting events to accompany your articles • Conduct interviews with player, coaches, and other personnel • Attend press conferences

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CLASSIFIEDS | FROM PAGE 19 and other events related to the team or league you are covering • Stay up-to-date on the latest news and developments in the world of sports • Use social media to promote your work and engage with readers • Work closely with admin to ensure that your articles meet their standards • Meet deadlines set by supervisor • Fact-check your articles before they are published • Research potential story ideas and develop pitches for new articles • Perform other duties as assigned Preferred Skills and Qualifications • Social media or content marketing experience a plus • Proofreading experience and familiarity with standard style guides a plus • A keen eye for detail and appreciation of great design Required Skills and Qualifications • Bachelor’s deg ree i n

journalism, English, communications, or related discipline preferred • Exceptional writing and research skill • Ability to work independently and with a team to meet deadlines • Excellent organizational skill and multitasking ability • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, a nd Adobe Acrobat Pro Physical Requirements: Ability to perform the job and access the environment for which you are hired. The following may be required: Sitting, standing, lifting, moving about the room or school, carrying (up to 50 pounds), reaching, squatting, kneeling, prolonged typing, physical ability to type on a keyboard terminal, and moving light furniture.

Equipment/Technology Handled: Must know how to properly operate or be willing to learn to operate all multimedia equipment including current technology. ***

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Job Vacancy Announcement Maintenance Technician Gallup Housing Authority Issued: January 23, 2023 Responsible for maintenance of buildings, facilities, grounds, and light equipment. Performs some carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and other repairs in response to Tenant Work Order requests and/or results of inspections of units. Typical duties include: repainting of exteriors and interiors of housing units; repair or replacement of sinks, toilet bowls, showers, tubs and fixtures, screen doors, windows electrical light fixtures, etc. as needed; repair and/or replacement of water heaters and appliances. Successful applicant must be able to: determine materials, tools and equipment needed to perform each task; and work on site with minimal supervision.

Must be able to read, write and complete required reports. Successful applicant should have significant experience in performing the tasks listed above.

Current Driver’s license required. Must pass background check. This is a non-exempt full-time position. Applications are available at the Gallup Housing Authority located at 203 Debra Drive in Gallup, NM 87301, or can be requested and submitted by email at: GHA. Main@galluphousing.com .

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Positions Open Until Filled Gallup Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. *** McKinley County is now accepting applications for the following positions: POSITION RRP Maintenance Prevention Specialist

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25 WORD OR LESS: $10 26-50 WORDS: $20 51-75 WORDS: $30 76-100 WORDS: $40 $10 FOR EACH ADD’L 25 WORDS EXTRAS - $10 PER WEEK, PER ITEM: TEXT BOX, YELLOW HIGHLIGHT, PIC, AND/OR LOGO Newspaper published Fridays. Prepayment required. Classifi eds due Wednesday Noon.

Deadline subject to change Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s.

Email: gallupsunlegals@gmail.com Offi ce (505) 722-8994

DEPARTMENT Red Rock Park Community Services FOR BEST CONSIDERATION DATE January 29, 2023 January 30, 2023 Applications and additional information regarding positions can be found on the County web site www.co.mckinley. nm.us Dezirie Gomez, CPO Human Resource Director *** Job Vacancy Announcement Administrative Assistant – Front Desk Gallup Housing Authority (GHA) General Job Description: This person serves as general secretarial support for the GHA Housing Management and Maintenance Departments and reports to the Housing Manager. Employee performs general office duties and various administrative and clerical support functions. The successful candidate must have excellent computer skills and experience with Word, Outlook,

and Excel. Must be skilled in standard office procedures and operations. Must have the ability to communicate effectively with applicants, tenants, other employees, and the public.

Must be fluent in the English language. Applicant must have and maintain a current valid driver’s license.

This is a non-exempt, full-time position Applications are available at the Gallup Housing Authority located at 203 Debra Drive in Gallup, NM 87301, or by request at GHA.Main@galluphousing. com .

DEADLINE TO APPLY: Position Open Until Filled Gallup Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. *** TAOS (Tohatchi Area of Opportunity & Services, Inc.) JOB VACANCIES We are looking for sincere and dedicated Staff to work with DD Individuals

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CLASSIFIEDS | FROM PAGE 20 2 – Case Managers Performs case management services of individuals with Developmental Disabilities.

Work closely with families of the individual’s in development of Individualized Service Plans.

Must have BS Degree in related field requirement and 3-years’ experience in implementation of ISP and IDT Mtgs. Have 3-Years’ Exp in working with DD. Strong Mgmt / Supervisory skills.

1 – Administrative Assistant Provide excellent office management for Executive Director, Board of Directors, Administration and outside entities.

Meeting deadlines is crucial.

Schedule meetings and taking meeting minutes. Proficient in computers with Microsoft Office family and software is required. AA Degree in Administrative Assistant.

DSP Workers – (Direct Care Staff) $13 p/h To provide direct care clients with guidance, home maintenance, transportation, implementing and documenting individual service plans daily.

EEO / NNPE Positions OUF. For more Info call 505-488-2691 or P/U Apps @ TAOS, Inc., Gallup HR Office at 122 Boardman – Across East McDonald’s *** Skilled Laborer Needed Drywall, paint, demo, framing, $15-18/hr. Must be dependable with reliable transportation.

Ken (505) 333-0934 *** Reporter Wanted CLASSIFIEDS

The Gallup Sun seeks a stringer or two to cover general assignment in Gallup and surrounding areas. Please email resume to: gallupsun@ gmail.com LEGAL/PUBLIC NOTICES ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF McKINLEY STATE OF NEW MEXICO CRISTINA VILLICANA, Plaintiff, Vs. No. D-1113-CV-2022-00461 JOAN ARTIAGA SANCHEZ and ANY UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS OF INTEREST IN THE PREMISES ADVERSE TO THE PLAINTIFF, Defendants.

NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF ACTION THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO TO: ANY UNKNOWN CLAIMANTS OF INTEREST IN THE PREMISES ADVERSE TO THE PLAINTIFF PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Plaintiff CRISTINA VILLICANA has commenced an action to quiet title to the premises described below: NW ¼ of SE ¼ of NE ¼ of Section Fifteen (15), Township Twelve North (T12N), Range Sixteen West (R16W), N.M.P.M., as shown on the Plat showing split lands of Joan Artiaga Sanchez being the Southeast One-Quarter of the Northeast One-Quarter of Section 15, Township 12 North, Range 16 West, filed in the office of the County clerk of McKinley County, New Mexico on June 27, 1994 in Plat Cabinet “D”, Folio 26.

The above described property is an 11 acre tract of land located in Ramah, McKinley County, New Mexico.

You are hereby notified that unless you file a responsive pleading on or before March 13, 2023, with the above Court, the Judgment or other appropriate relief will be rendered against you by default.

You are further notified that the name of Plaintiff’s attorney is Douglas W. Fowles, Rosebrough, Fowles & Foutz, P.C., 101 West Aztec Ave., Gallup, New Mexico 87301, (505) 7229121. /s/ Douglas W. Fowles Douglas W. Fowles Rosebrough, Fowles & Foutz, P.C. Attorney for Plaintiff P.O. Box 1027 Gallup, New Mexico 87305

(505) 722-9121 Published: Gallup Sun January 27, 2023 February 3, 2023 February 10, 2023 *** ADVERTISEMENT BIDS

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CITY OF GALLUP, NEW MEXICO FORMAL BID NO. 2303 Public notice is hereby given that the City of Gallup, New Mexico, desires to purchase the following: Replacement of Automatic Transfer Switch at Wastewater Treatment Plant As more particularly set out in the Bid documents, copies of

which may be obtained from the City of Gallup Purchasing Division, 110 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup, New Mexico 87301; or contact Frances Rodriguez, Purchasing Director via email at frodriguez@gallupnm.gov.

Copies are available for viewing or can be downloaded from: https://app.negometrix. com/buyer/3226 Electronically submitted bids for such will be received at the Office of the Purchasing Department until 2:00 P.M. (LOCAL TIME) on February 9, 2023 when bids will be opened and read aloud in the City Hall Purchasing Conference Room via virtual conference/video calls or through other virtual means.

The City of Gallup has transitioned to a new e-Bid/RFP

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CAREER HIGHLIGHTS WORKING TOGETHER FOR OUR COMMUNITY! Patient Financial Services Credit Balance Specialist

Admissions Patient Access Clerk Patient Access Supervisor

Pharmacy Pharmacist

Case Management Case Manager Clinics Nurse Practitioner (NP) Physician Assistant (PA) Medical Assistant Patient Access Clerk Emergency Room ER Technicians Patient Care Tech

Quality Quality Assurance Coordinator Radiology Radiographer $10K sign-on bonus & relocation Respiratory Therapy Licensed Respiratory Therapist - $10K Sign-on-Bonus & Relocation Security Security Officer

Information Systems Clinical Informatics Specialist Laboratory Medical Laboratory Technician Laboratory Assistant Med/Surg/Pediatrics Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

RN positions - $12K sign-on Bonus & Relocation Emergency Room Home Health & Hospice Intensive Care Unit Med/Surg/Peds Operating Room

#Careers #RMCHCS #OneteamOnefamily Please apply online at: https://www.rmch.org/jobs/index.php?sub+Careers RMCHCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) WWW.RMCH.ORG

(505) 863-7000

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CLASSIFIEDS | FROM PAGE 21 software system powered by Mercell. All solicitations will be released electronically through Mercell and responses from bidders must be submitted electronically through this online platform. By using Mercell, prospective bidders will be provided with all information regarding a bid including addendums and changes to the project requirements.

Mercell is a completely free service for all respondents.

Prior to submitting a proposal, respondents are required to set up their free account with Mercell. Register your company at Negometrix.com. Only ELECTRONICALLY SUBMITTED BID PROPOSALS will now beaccepted; system will not accept bids submitted AFTER due date and time.

Dated this 23th day of January 2023 By: /S/ Louie Bonaguidi, Mayor Classified Legal Column: Gallup Sun Publishing Date: Friday-January 27, 2023 *** PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the McKinley County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Friday, February 3, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. This meeting will be held “In-Person” -- Adhering to the Social Distancing Protocols in effect for the meeting day -- including room capacity limits, mask requirements and other safety practices issued by the Governor’s Office due to the COVID-19 pandemic; and the requirements of the Open Meetings Act allowing members of the public to attend and listen to meetings of the

quorum of the governing body.

This meeting will be held in the Commission Chambers, Third Floor of the McKinley County Courthouse, 207 West Hill, Gallup, New Mexico.

Purchasing Director at frodriguez@gallupnm.gov.

Copies are available for viewing or can be downloaded from: https:// app.negometrix.com/buyer/3226

A copy of the agenda will be available 72 hours prior to the meeting in the Manager’s Office and the County Clerk’s Office.

The agenda can be sent electronically upon request. Auxiliary aides for the disabled are available upon request; please contact Shawna Garnenez at (505) 863-1400 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting to make any necessary arrangements.

Electronically submitted proposals shall be received via electronic bidding platform until 2:00 P.M. (LOCAL TIME) on or before February 22, 2023 where proposals will be received and recorded by the City of Gallup Purchasing Department via virtual conference/video calls or through other virtual means.

All interested parties are invited to view.

Done this 24 th day of January 2023 McKINLEY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS /S/ Robert Baca, Chairperson Publication Gallup Sun date: January 27, 2023 *** ADVERTISEMENT PROPOSALS

FOR

CITY OF GALLUP, NEW MEXICO Request for Proposals (RFP) NO. 2022/2023/04/P Public notice is hereby given that the City of Gallup, New Mexico, is accepting sealed proposals for the following: Protective Custody, Social Detoxification and Emergency Shelter Services GALLUP, NM As more particularly set out in the RFP documents, copies of which may be obtained from the City of Gallup Purchasing Division, 110 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup, New Mexico 87301; or contact Frances Rodriguez,

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The City of Gallup has transitioned to a new e-Bid/RFP software system powered by Mercell. All solicitations will be released electronically through Mercell and responses from proponents must be submitted electronically through this online platform. By using Mercell, prospective proponents will be provided with all information regarding a bid including addendums and changes to the project requirements. Mercell is a completely free service for all respondents. Prior to submitting a proposal, respondents are required to set up their free account with Mercell. Register your company at Negometrix. com. Only ELECTRONICALLY SUBMITTED PROPOSALS will now be accepted; system will not accept proposals submitted AFTER due date and time.

Dated this 25 th day of January 2023 By: /S/ Louie Bonaguidi, Mayor Classified Legal Column: Gallup Sun Publishing Date: Friday, January 27, 2023 *** Public Notice PROPOSED RENEWAL

OF

PART 71 PERMIT EL PASO NATURAL GAS COMPANY GALLUP COMPRESSOR STATION LOCATED NEAR TOHATCHI, NEW MEXICO The Navajo Nation Environmental Protection Agency (NNEPA), Navajo Air Quality Control Program (NAQCP), Operating Permit Program (OPP) is accepting written comments on the renewal of Part 71 permit for El Paso Natural Gas Company (EPNG) Gallup Compressor Station.

The station performs natural gas inlet filtration, compression, and gas cooling for the purpose of natural gas transmission.

The Gallup Compressor Station is located 31miles North of Gallup, New Mexico in McKinley County on the Navajo Nation. The facility was initially constructed in 1953 and modified in 1991. The facility currently consists of two natural gas-fired regenerative-cycle turbines, and one natural gas-fired RICE emergency generator. The existing Title V operating permit was issued on September 21, 2016.

The recent Title V renewal application was received by NNEPA on March 18, 2021, within this renewal application the Gallup Compressor Station did not propose any changes to their facility or operations. However, additional 40 CFR Part 63, Subpart ZZZZ requirements were added for the emergency generator. All other requirements have been carried over from the existing permit. This notice of draft Part 71 renewal permit fulfills the public notice procedure to which the draft permit is subject to.

Written

comments,

written

requests for a public hearing, written requests for notification of the final decision regarding these permit actions, or inquiries or requests for additional information regarding these permit actions should be submitted to Natasha Yazzie at nyazzie1@navajo-nsn.gov, or by mail to NAQCP/OPP P.O. Box 529, Fort Defiance, AZ 86504. Written comments and/or written requests must be received by 5:00 pm (MST), February 21, 2022. Written comments will be considered prior to final permit decisions.

A public workshop will be held at Tohatchi Chapter House on February 9, 2023 (10am to 2pm). If NNEPA finds a significant degree of public interest, a public hearing will be held.

NNEPA will send notification of the final permit decision to the applicant and to each person who has submitted written comments or a written request for notification of the final decision.

The applications, proposed air permits, and statements of basis are available for review at NNEPA, NAQCP/OPP website at: https://navajoepa. org. These materials may also be viewed in person at NNEPA/OPP office at Route 112, Bldg. # 2837 Fort Defiance, AZ 86504. Viewing hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday (except holidays).

Persons wishing to be included on the NAQCP permit public notice mailing list should contact Angie Frank in writing at NAQCP/OPP at the above address, by phone at (928) 729-4096, or by email at angiefrank@navajo-nsn.gov.

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Community Calendar Jan. 27 - Feb. 2, 2023 FRIDAY, JAN. 27

CREATIVE CORNER - POLLOCK SPLASH PAINTING

4 pm @ OFPL’s main library (115 W. Hill Ave.).Celebrate and honor Jackson Pollock’s birthday by creating expressionist-style painting using the drip technique. Email jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

CHESS CLUB

4:30 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Join the chess club at OFPL! Email pneilson@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

GET UP AND GAME

1 pm - 5 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Every Friday, come to the children’s library to unwind from a busy week!

Email pneilson@gallupnm. gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

SATURDAY, JAN. 28

GALLUP 9TH ST. FLEA MARKET

9 am - 5 pm @ 340 9th Street. The Gallup 9th Street Flea Market is one of the largest Native American markets in the United States.

KIDZ CINEMA

2 pm every Saturday @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec. Ave.) for weekly family oriented film screenings. This week’s movie is Tomorrowland (2015).

Email bmartin@gallupnm. gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

MONDAY, JAN. 30

FAMILY STORYTIME

11 am @ the Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.).

This week, the theme is yummy food. Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more CALENDAR

information.

EUREKA!

4 pm @ the Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.).

Explore gravity and friction by designing a mini skatepark, then challenge friends to navigate the course! Email pneilson@ gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

TUESDAY, JAN. 31

CHESS CLUB

4:30 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Join the chess club at OFPL! Email pneilson@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 1

REVOLUTION CHESS CLUB

6 pm - 7:30 pm @ Rio West Mall’s food court (1300 W. Maloney Ave.) A free chess club that is open to players of all ages and skill levels.

For more information email revolutionchessclub@ gmail.com.

MIDWEEK MATINEE AT OFPL

4 pm every Wednesday @ OFPL’s main library (115 W. Hill Ave.). This week’s film is Harriet in honor of Black History Month.

FAMILY STORYTIME

11 am @ the Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.).

This week, the theme is yummy food. Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

TINKER TECH

4 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.) for an interactive, hands-on tech program for tweens & teens.

THURSDAY, FEB. 2

FEBRUARY FILMS

4 pm @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). This month Zolinger Library is celebrating Black History Month by

showing Kanopy films. This week’s film is Alice.

CRAFTY KIDS

4 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.).

For more information email: bmartin@gallupnm. gov or call (505) 863-1291.

SAVE THE DATE FRIDAY, FEB. 3

REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING

9 am @ 207 W. Hill Ave.

BIGGEST BUBBLE CHALLENGE

12 pm - 2 pm @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). To celebrate National Bubble Gum Day, the library will hold a challenge to see who can blow the biggest bubble gum bubble. Prizes will be awarded. For details or questions, please call 505-863-7531 or email markos@unm.edu.

SATURDAY, FEB. 4

COMMUNITY “QUCK DRAW'

1 pm - 3 pm @ @ ART123 Gallery (123. W. Coal Ave.). Come get a taste of gallupARTS’s 5th Annual Artist Challenge and paint a 5” x 5” canvas in response to a surprise prompt to contribute to the “5-and-20 “group show.

WE READ, WE TALK HYBRID BOOK CLUB

2 pm in-person at the Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.) or on Zoom. OFPL’s book club book for January is Shutter by Ramona Emerson. The author will be present at this meeting.

Email bmartin@gallupnm. gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.

FAMILY STORY TIME WITH AUTHOR CAMERON BOURG

2 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.).

Author Cameorn Bourg will be reading from his books and offering literacy tips for the whole family! Email pneilson@gallupnm.gov

or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8

A CULTURAL HISTORY OF JAZZ

5:30 pm @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). Zollinger Library will host Dr. Andrew McFeaters as he presents a history of jazz and the cultural significance it holds.

Part of the Z-Talks series.

For details or questions, please call 505-863-7531 or email markos@unm.edu.

TEEN PAINT NIGHT

5 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.).

Create Kawaii art using acrylics. In this immersive workshop, learn about Kawaii, a Japanese-inspired art. Email jwhitman@ gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

SATURDAY, FEB. 11

SHOW OPENING OF “5-AND-20 “

4 pm - 6 pm @ ART123 Gallery (123 W. Coal Ave.).

Be the first to see the 420 5” x 5” artworks completed by 21 local artists in five weeks as part of the 5th Annual Artist Challenge.

HEART-Y CRAFTS

12 pm - 4 pm @ Rio West Mall (1300 W. Maloney Ave.). Get festive for Valentine’s Day and celebrate National Heart Month by making some crafts. Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

jwhitman@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

BUILD-YOUR-OWN-BUNDLE

OFPL staff who will create a bundle of material specially for you! Let them know what type of materials and genres you are interested in, and they’ll browse for you and create a custom bundle of material for you to pick-up curbside. Email bmartin@ gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

WE READ, WE TALK HYBRID BOOK CLUB

OFPL’s book club book for January is Shutter by Ramona Emerson. Discussions will be held in February on Zoom or in person at the Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Email bmartin@ gallupnm.gov or call 505863-1291 for more information.

INTER-TRIBAL INDIAN CEREMONIAL: A PHOTO RETROSPECTIVE

The City of Gallup invites you to celebrate the centennial of Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial through images and objects, an exhibition curated by OFPL. Email tmoe@gallupnm.gov for more information. gallupARTS EXTENDS HOURS 12 pm-6 pm Tuesdays through Saturdays (123 W. Coal Ave.)

GOOGLE CAREER CERTIFICATE SCHOLARSHIP

FRIENDS OF OFPL MEMBERSHIP DRIVE

Jump-start your career with a Google Career Certificate scholarship. For more info email bmartin@gallupnm. gov or call (505) 863-1291.

ONGOING

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.

12 pm - 4 pm @ Rio West Mall (1300 W. Maloney Ave.). Email bmartin@ gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

THIRD ANNUAL VALENTINE ART SWAP

Join OFPL AND ART123 by decorating a canvas. Email

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