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Most county offices will soon be closed on Fridays LAUREN DUFF Tri-City Tribune Most San Juan County government offices, beginning in 60 days, will close each Friday after County Commissioners unanimously approved a four day, 10 hour work week during a July 2 regular meeting. County employees will work Monday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and they will have Friday off. This will be done on a one-year trial basis. The employees originally worked Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. In April, the county conducted
For cost-saving measures, San Juan County offices will be closed on Fridays. County departments that will remain open on Fridays include the Clerk’s Office, Sheriff’s Office, Fire Department, Parks and Facilities, Adult Detention Center, Juvenile Services, and Alternative Sentencing Division.
were in favor of the new schedule. “If this was a sole benefit for (county) employees it would have been hard pressed for me to want
an employee survey as a way to receive feedback on the new work schedule. Out of the 184 county employee responses, 79 percent
to bring this to you,” Carpenter explained to commissioners. “But looking at it from the standpoint
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DEBRA MAYEUX Tri-City Tribune The Farmington Animal Shelter is a “department in crisis” with problems that include everything from having too many animals to not enough staff, according to Farmington City Councilor Mary Fischer. “I am extremely concerned with what I am being told is happening at the animal shelter. Not a day goes by where I am not receiving horror stories,” Fischer said during the July 10 Council meeting. “We have three different factions at the shelter. I call them rogue elements – they all seem to be going off in their own separate directions and they are not a cohesive unit.” Those elements include the shelter staff, the city run spay/neuter clinic and the animal control officers. The shelter has been without an active director since February 2013, and shelter consultant Marcy Eckhardt has been attempting
DA wants Willis here for Sept. court date Bobby Willis should appear in a San Juan County Courtroom in mid-September as the district attorney’s office moves forward with plans for a preliminary hearing. Willis is charged with Willis multiple counts of embezzlement, racketeering, securities fraud and fraud in two cases, where it is alleged he stole and misappropriated money, stole jewelry and defrauded people who invested in a proposed Veterans’ Hospital in Kirtland. The victim in the first case is Mike Atchison, who reportedly gave Willis $1.5 million as an investment, but it is alleged Willis
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This is one of many groups of kittens available for adoption at the Farmington Animal Shelter. They are available for a discounted price of $25 each Wednesday. – Debra Mayeux photo
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“I am being told by a reliable source that we are no longer picking up traps and we are leaving dead animals on the street,” Fischer said, asking for a report from staff about the animal shelter and animal control practices within the city. Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Director Cory Styron confirmed that he put the new prohibition into place after receiving a June 2013 memo from
Farmington Animal Control has been told to stop its longtime policy of removing dead, injured and trapped animals from the city’s rights of way and from public property. The issue was brought up July 9 by Farmington City Councilor Mary Fischer, who was concerned about the new practice. * wildlife A7
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The Farmington City Council approved campaign finance legislation that mandates campaign contributions and reporting of those contributions for municipal elections. The issue was brought forward by City Councilor Jason Sandel, who wanted to make municipal elections more transparent. It was a process that took several months to complete and was the subject of debate up until its approval during the July 9 Council meeting. “My overall view of this is what started out as a simple, noble and, I think, needed resolution … has ended up creating a whole new
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Willis used the funds to pay for box seats at Bronco’s Stadium in Denver, as well as to purchase a home for his former attorneys. Willis was charged with embezzlement, racketeering and securities fraud. The second victim is Quentin Smith, who reportedly gave Willis $5.056 million in precious gemstones and jewelry for safe keeping. When he asked for the items back, Willis allegedly refused.
Willis has been the focus of a local, state and federal investigation since his business New Mexico Title closed in January 2012. The company’s abrupt closing was investigated by the New Mexico Financial Institutions Division as well as the insurance arm of the Public Regulation Commission, because it was a property title and insurance company. It is alleged the business was greatly mismanaged and that money coming into the
business was not being used to pay liens on properties or to pay title insurance premiums but, reportedly, to pay for Willis’ lavish lifestyle. The feds also began investigating Willis for similar crimes related to the title company and other allegations. Defense Attorney Mark Donatelli brought this up during the July 10 status hearing in front of San Juan County Magistrate Mark
Hawkinson. While Donatelli agreed that Hawkinson should set a preliminary hearing, he told the judge that it could be a waste of “massive resources,” after the feds pursue their charges against Willis. “We don’t want to waste the court’s time,” Donatelli said, adding the he knows a federal grand jury is in the works. “We can’t get any direct information about the federal grand jury schedule. … We know it is in
the works.” While Donatelli claimed the federal case is a much larger investigation than the local charges, Deputy District Attorney Dustin O’Brien said the San Juan County District Attorney’s Office will actively pursue its case against the former Kirtland businessman, who is now residing in Branson, Mo. Assistant District Attorney Ken Stalter also told the judge that his office has a
“discovery plan,” and that plan will need to be implemented before the preliminary hearing. He also pointed out that the prosecution will need a two-day setting for the hearing. Hawkinson said he would look for a date and get the hearing set. It will be a hearing that Willis should attend, and O’Brien said if defense files a motion to have Willis attend telephonically, the DA will oppose it.
$2,300. This was an issue Mayor Tommy Roberts supported from the beginning. He said it was his belief that he could limit candidate spending by limiting the contributions they receive. “I would like to set limits on campaign spending, but I have been told that that violates the law of the land,” Roberts said. The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that placing limits on campaign spending violates a candidate’s freedom of speech. “One of the things that limits spending is to place a cap on contributions that can be made. That would limit what could be spent,” Roberts said, adding he supported lowering the cap from $2,300 to $250. “That sends the message that we are serious about campaign spending at the local level.”
Roberts said if there was a limit on contribution amounts, a candidate would have to work harder to achieve the elected office, particularly if they had to raise money to run. “There is hardly any way to control what an individual candidate spends of his or her own moneys to finance a campaign,” he added. Roberts also asked the Council to consider changing the ordinance to limit the use of anonymous campaign contributions, so that a candidate would be required to donate any anonymous contributions to the charity of their choice. Sandel agreed with the anonymous contributions provision and made a motion to approve the ordinance as it was read, with limiting the use of anonymous contributions. Before he could get a second,
Darnell made another motion to amend the ordinance and cap individual contributions at $250. Sandel asked if the cap would be lowered for organizations and political action committees, which had a limit of $5,000. Darnell said the Council could deal with that later.
“Organizations can give $5,000, individual candidates can give as much as they want, but a friend or neighbor can only give $250?” Sandel pressed the question. “Apparently, yes,” Darnell answered. Roberts seconded Darnell’s motion, which was voted down when it re-
ceived one vote from Darnell. The council then voted on the ordinance as it stood with the change to anonymous contributions and it was passed on a three-to-one vote, with Councilors Gayla McCulloch, Mary Fischer and Sandel voting in favor, while Darnell opposed it.
how it would affect the county’s accessibility to the public. The Clerk’s Office always has been open from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, which has provided citizens a longer span of time to visit the office. Since January of this year, 197 citizens have visited the Clerk’s Office between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m. and 29 citizens have visited the office after 5 p.m., according to County Operations Officer Mike Stark. “The majority of county employees are in favor of this, but we are not just thinking in terms of county employees. We provide a service. If we close one day a week, we should be more accessible for the public those other four days,” Commissioner Jack Fortner
said. Other benefits of a “410” work schedule include the opportunity to reduce energy costs for the county, reduce fuel costs for county employees, and reduce medical claims and sick leave, Stark said. There will be a 60-day implementation window so the county can educate the citizens about the change in operational hours. This also is expected to help county employees make adjustments to their schedules. “This is a trial period and it is not something that would be set in stone,” Stark said. “We can provide quarterly basis reports to let you know how things are going and what types of issues or concerns we are dealing with, if any.”
finance layer of bureaucracy,” said Councilor Dan Darnell, who added that the document has so “many moving parts” that are unnecessary. He questioned a section of the ordinance which said that if a contributor to a campaign were allowed to give an “unlimited amount to a candidate’s campaign” it could “lead to the use of undue influence or the appearance of undue influence on the candidate” Darnell said he “didn’t catch” that statement before and wasn’t sure he agreed with it. “Thank goodness in three terms I’ve never had anyone put any pressure on me that they had given to my campaign,” he said, adding that he would like to see campaign contributions from individuals limited to $250, which contrasts to the state’s limit of
hours of extended hours, I’ve had citizens come up to me and say ‘if you’re open at 7 a.m. that is a benefit for me.’” Some county departments will not be affected by the change of schedule. They are the County Clerk’s Office, Sheriff ’s Office, Fire Department, Parks and Facilities, Adult Detention Center, Juvenile Services, and Alternative Sentencing Division. The Treasurer’s Office will be open five days a week during tax season but will remain closed on Fridays outside of that time period. “I’m happy the Clerk’s Office and Treasurer’s Office will be available to the public” on Fridays, Commissioner Margaret McDaniel said, adding her biggest concern about switching to the “4-10” schedule was
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calendar ONGOING EVENTS BIRD WATCHING RIVERSIDE NATURE CENTER Enjoy bird watching and a beautiful walk through Farmington’s riverside trails every Tuesday morning. More than 100 species of birds have been noted throughout Animas Park and new birds fly in each season. Meet at the Riverside Nature Center, located in Animas Park off Browning Parkway, to join the friendly RNC staff for leisurely walk of 1to 2 miles. Information: 505.599.1422 or www.fmtn.org/museum GREASE, OUTDOOR SUMMER THEATER Come experience live local theater in a beautiful natural sandstone amphitheater. Performances are held Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., June 20 through Aug. 3, at Lions Wilderness Park. Concessions available onsite or bring a picnic and eat before the show. Information: 877.599.3331 or www.fmtn.org/sandstone SUMMER TERRACE SERIES The Farmington Museum hosts outdoor concerts Saturday nights throughout the summer. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. and are held at the Farmington Museum on the picturesque terrace next to the river at the Gateway Park Museum & Visitors Center, 3041 E. Main St., through August. Call for performance schedule. Information: 505.599.1174 or www.fmtn.org/museum MUSIC IN THE WINERY’S COURTYARD Enjoy live music & great wine at Wines of the San Juan from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. ever y Sunday from May through September 22. Wines of the San Juan is located at 233 Hwy. 511 in Turley, N.M. Information: 505.632.0879 o r www.winesofthesanjuan.com TGIF Grab some lunch and listen to live music and relax on your lunch break, at Orchard Park in Downtown Farmington, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Friday after noon, June through July 29. Three Rivers Eatery & Brew House will sell burgers and hotdogs. TGIF is a Farmington Downtown Association and City of Farmington Parks,
Recreation, & Cultural Affairs event. Information: 505.599.1419
FRI JULY 12 POETRY PICNIC Bring a picnic supper and eat in the garden at 6 p.m. There will be a program of poetry for about 20 minutes, and then stay to walk in the park and through the Riverside Nature Center Xeriscape Gardens. Information: 505.599.1422 CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION 300 to 400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month at the Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371. American Indian arts and crafts vendors will also be onsite. Auction is sponsored by the Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., auction begins at 7 p.m. Information: 505.785.7386, 505.610.6797 and Christinae2011@Live.com
SAT JULY 13 THE ANNUAL ANIMAS RIVER BLUES FESTIVAL Blues, Brews and BBQ at Riverside Park in Aztec from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Information: 505.330.4616 or www.animasriverblues.com
SAT JULY 20 31ST ANNUAL LAND OF ENCHANTMENT ROD RUN From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., join the Nor thern New Mexico Street Rodders in Historic Downtown Farmington for their annual Rod Run block party. Hot cars under the stars, great entertainment and lots of food! Information: 505.599.1419
WED JULY 24 HEATHER MCGAUGHY CHILDREN’S SUMMER THEATER PRODUCTION Experience live theater performed by local children in the beautiful natural sandstone outdoor amphitheater at Lions Wilderness Park, 5800 College Blvd. Performance starts at 7 p.m. and is the culmination of a summer theater children’s workshop. Information: 505.599.3331 or www.fmtn.org/sandstone
FRI JULY 26 POETRY PICNIC Bring a picnic supper and eat in the garden at 6 p.m. There will be a program of poetry for about 20 minutes and then, stay to walk in the park and through the River side Nature Center Xeriscape Gardens. Information: 505.599.1422
FRI JULY 26 – SAT JULY 27 THE ANNUAL INDIAN MARKET & FESTIVAL This annual festival includes singing, dancing, food and arts & craft vendors, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in Berg Park in Farmington. Information: 505.947.3332
EVENTS FOR ADULTS THE BONNIE DALLAS SENIOR CENTER 109 E. La Plata St. and 208 N. Wall Ave. Farmington, NM 87401 Information Numbers: Main Building: 505.599.1380 or 505.599.1390 Senior Center Annex: 505.566.2256 Senior Center Activity Center: 505.566.2288 The Silver Fitness Center: 505.566.2287 50+SATURDAY NIGHT DANCES 7 – 10 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity Center behind the Annex, 208 N. Wall Ave. July 13 - Off the Interstate July 20 - Grant & Randy
July 27 - The Vintage People 50+ FREE WEDNESDAY DAYTIME DANCE 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Main Building, 109 E. La Plata St. July 17 – Country Jammers Info: 505.599.1380 50 +AARP DRIVERS’ SAFETY CLASS 8 a.m. – noon Friday, July 12 Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity Center behind the Annex, 208 N. Wall Ave. Discount on your insurance can be good for two to three years, check your policy. Cost: $14; $12 for card carrying AARP Members. Preregistration is required by calling 505.566.2256. Payment is due to the instructor on the day of class. ON-GOING CLASSES AT THE SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITY CENTER & ANNEX 208 N. Wall Ave. Call 505.566.2256 for more information THE SILVER FITNESS CENTER 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. & 13:30 p.m. Monday – Friday Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity
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TAI CHI 9:30 a.m. Thursdays Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity Center behind the Annex, 208 N. Wall Ave. Tai Chi is a series of fluid movements that can help with balance, flexibility, and muscle tone. These gentle exercises will leave you feeling refreshed. Free to anyone 50+. Info: 505.599.1390 ZUMBA GOLD 50+ 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity Center behind the Annex, 208 N. Wall Ave. Party on the floor with Latin dance music that will make you smile. This exhilarating exercise class will get you moving to the beat. Cost is $2.50 per session. Info: 505.566.2288 FARMINGTON RECREATION CENTER 1101 Fairgrounds Road Call 505.599.1184 for more information Monday through Friday, noon to 1 p.m., no charge – Walk Laps in the Gym Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to Noon, no charge – Shuffleboard and Ping Pong
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calendar ZUMBA Wednesday, 7 – 8 p.m. Saturday, 10 – 11 a.m. At the Farmington Recreation Center, with instructor Shirley Murphy, inter val-training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt the body while burning fat. Check out the website at www.farmingtonzumba.com. Info: 505.599.1184 JAZZERCISE Monday/Wednesday/Friday/S aturday, 8:30 a.m. Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday, 5:30 p.m. At the Farmington Recreation Center, with Jazzercise, in just 60 minutes you’ll tighten and tone with dance, yoga, Pilates, and kickboxing movements choreographed to fun music. This is your hour. Come try it out – 1st class is free. For more info
call 505.320.5364 or 505.599.1184, or visit www.jazzercise.com LIONS POOL 405 N. Wall Ave. Call 505.599.1187 for more information ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS 7 – 8:30 a.m., noon – 1 p.m., 4 – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday Adult Swimming Lessons will be offered at Lions Pool during lap swim. Four 30minute lessons are $20; eight 30-minute lessons are $35. Info: 505.599.1167. MORNING AQUACISE 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Monday – Friday SENIOR LAP* 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Monday – Friday
MORNING SPLASHERCISE* 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Monday/Wednesday/Friday MORNING ARTHRITIS* 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Tuesday/Thursday CROSS POOL* 11:15 am – noon Monday – Friday EVENING AQUACISE 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Monday – Friday Aquacise classes, $2 a visit *All adult aquatic exercise classes, $1.50 a visit FARMINGTON AQUATIC CENTER 1151 N. Sullivan Road Call 505.599.1167 for more information EARLY BIRD SPLASH 8 – 8:45 a.m. Monday/Wednesday
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Join Nexal Flores-Baez for the free community Fit Club fitness class at Sycamore Park Community Center. This is a great cardiovascular workout that is sure to get your heart pumping! Info: 505.566.2480 -8111 SAN JUAN COUNTY VICTIM IMPACT PANEL Doors open 6:30 p.m., presentation begins 7 p.m. Thursday, July 18 Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St., is home of the San Juan County Impact Panel. Visitors are welcome at no cost. If you need additional information or have questions, please contact Carol Kohler, coordinator at 505.334.8111 or 505.566.2480 COMMUNITY YARD SALE AND CRAFT FAIR 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Get a booth and mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept. 7 Join us for the Sycamore Park Community Yard Sale and Craft Fair. Booths are $10 per table for both the yard sale and craft fair. This will be an outdoor event. Bring the family and enjoy a fun day in the park. Info: 505.566.2480 FARMINGTON MUSEUM 3041 E. Main St. Call 505.599.1174 for more information www.farmingtonmuseum.org FARMINGTON MUSEUM EXHIBIT TOURS By appointment Let an experienced docent at the Farmington Museum be your host for guided tours of the permanent and visiting exhibits. Tours are FREE and available to the public by appointment. Any
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Come on New Mexico – do better than 50th We’re dead last. That’s the sorry news according to the latest “Kids Count” report. The gist of the report is that in terms of health care, education, economic conditions, and family unit cohesiveness, New Mexico children are worse off than kids in other states. The report was co-released by the Annie E. Casey Foundation and New Mexico Voices for Children. While Voices and Rio Grande Foundation would generally be considered the opposite ends of the political spectrum, the report itself was data-driven and informational. However, the news is not good, but it is refreshing to see the political left decrying New Mexico’s serious economic and educational problems. Within the last year, we at the Rio Grande Foundation have pointed out that New Mexico is 50th in economic freedom, was named the number one “death spiral”
state by Forbes for its poor maker/taker ratio, has the lowest graduation rate in the nation according to the Diplomas Count report, and was named by United Van Lines as the only state west of the Mississippi to be a “top-outbound” state in 2012. New Mexicans can be forgiven for losing hope that things can improve. But, for the sake of our children and grandchildren things must get better. The negative results boil down to a poor economy and a poor educational system. There are other issues, including family cohesiveness and health, but if you improve the economy and educational outcomes, you improving everything else. Fortunately, economic and education policies are the central focus of the Rio Grande Foundation’s work, and we have several policy ideas that must be considered
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RIO GRANDE FOUNDATION if New Mexico is to get out of 50th place. 1. Adoption of a Right to Work law: Such an initiative costs taxpayers nothing and can have positive economic results. Such laws are not “anti-union.” Rather they simply ensure that workers can choose whether or not to join a union and they cannot be coerced into joining as a condition of employment. In addition to respecting individual rights of association, such laws have spurred economic growth where they have been adopted. Oklahoma, which adopted such a law in 2001, has seen a dramatic improvement in its economy in recent years;
2. Elimination of Personal Income Tax: There is an old saying in tax policy, “If you want more of something, tax it less, if you want less of something, tax it more.” Turning around New Mexico’s economy requires going beyond “job creation” to focusing on “wealth creation.” Creating wealth means incentivizing business formation and entrepreneurship. New Mexico needs more of its people in the work force. In part this means creating jobs for them, but these jobs must create real wealth and should not necessitate business-specific tax breaks or outright subsidies designed to cover for the fact that New Mexico’s labor, tax, and work force are less com-
petitive than necessary. 3. “Rampant” School Choice: While the aforementioned items directly impact poverty in our state, choice-driven education reform is the most direct means of improving the lives of young people in New Mexico. School choice empowers parents and students to choose the educational option that best serves them and not bureaucrats or “the system.” In just one example of their success, African-American kids in New York were 24 percent more likely to attend college if they won a scholarship to attend private school. In states where aggressive school choice programs have been adopted, graduation rates have soared. According to the Diplomas Count report, between 1999 and 2010, Florida and Arizona saw their graduation rates rise from 52.5 percent and
48.2 percent to 72.9 percent and 67.2 percent respectively. New Mexico, in the meantime, saw its graduation rate go from 58.1 percent to 59.4 percent, an insignificant increase by comparison. The latest in a string of negative news for New Mexico families must be a wakeup call for its political leaders that the time for half-measures has passed. Tough decisions and dramatic reforms are needed to improve our economy, reduce poverty, and ensure that our children and grandchildren have the opportunity to succeed here in New Mexico. Paul Gessing is the President of New Mexico’s Rio Grande Foundation. The Rio Grande Foundation is an independent, non-partisan, tax-exempt research and educational organization dedicated to promoting prosperity for New Mexico based on principles of limited government, economic freedom and individual responsibility
Has our ‘temp’ economy become a permanent one? Jobs are much less permanent than they used to be. An investigation by the nonprofit journalism group ProPublica finds that for millions of Americans, “temporary work has become a mainstay of the economy.” The U.S. Department of Labor last month reported that 2.7 million Americans did temp work, and nearly one-fifth of the job growth since the recession ended officially in 2009 has been in the temporary sector, the ProPublica story notes. Are recent job trends temporary? Or are they a more permanent feature of the U.S. economy? Can policymakers do anything to help longterm employment and economic growth? Ben Boychuk and Joel Mathis, the RedBlueAmerica columnists, weigh in. BOYCHUK: Traditionally, a sharp increase in “temporary” hires has led to more permanent hiring in the private sector. But if we’ve learned anything from the Great Recession, this recovery – the most anemic in U.S.
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history – is anything but traditional. Terrible public policy made the recession “great.” And terrible policy is making the recovery lame. ProPublica’s report on the robust growth of the temporary job sector reveals a great deal more than its authors intended. The story focuses on “temp towns,” which are “often dense Latino neighborhoods teeming with temp agencies.” That’s an interesting detail, coming at a time when a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators voted to expand the number of foreign workers from Mexico and Latin America. Evidently, the “jobs Americans won’t do” include manufacturing, warehouse work and retail sales, if Labor Department stats on temporary help are any indication. The ProPublica story also points out how the burgeon-
ing world of temporary work “insulates host companies from workers’ compensation claims, unemployment taxes, union drives and the duty to ensure their workers are citizens or legal immigrants.” And don’t forget health insurance! Companies like Applebee’s, Denny’s, Papa John’s Pizza, and Darden Restaurants (Olive Garden and Red Lobster) have announced they would cut hours to avoid the employer-mandates under the Affordable Care Act, or Obamacare. An explosion of temporary hires, in short, is a symptom and a consequence of bad policy. For a few years now, Republican lawmakers claimed “regulatory uncertainty” was holding down job growth. Clearly, that’s not the case. The problem our economy faces isn’t uncertainty, but rather the cer-
tainty of Obamacare to raise insurance rates; the certainty of the Dodd-Frank law’s unaccountable and overreaching “consumer protection” rules to raise compliance costs; the certainty of the Environmental Protection Agency’s “war on coal” to raise energy prices. So it’s no mystery why temporary hiring is way, way up. The real mystery is why Congress and the administration continue their antigrowth policies. MATHIS: For as long as capitalism has existed, there’s been one surefire way to maximize profits: Keep worker compensation as low as possible. Money you don’t pay employees, is money you keep in your pockets. Republicans would have you believe the emergence of millions of super-lowpaying temporary jobs is the fault of government – of requirements that companies do unfair, anti-growth things like “pay a fair wage” and “not kill their employees.” You’d almost think American history wasn’t full of
examples from the pre-regulatory era of, for example, mine owners treating miners as virtual slaves, keeping them isolated in company towns and in debt to the company store. And you’d think, even now, Wall Street didn’t regularly respond to a company’s workforce reductions with an increase in stock prices. You’d think CEOs, trained to maximize profits and stock prices, wouldn’t respond to such incentives by cutting, cutting, cutting wherever they can. “Do more with less” isn’t just a pithy slogan: It’s capitalism’s organizing principle. Is there a policy failure here? Sure. For more than 30 years, it’s been the policy of Republicans to undercut and undermine unions wherever they exist. American workers were, collectively, at their most prosperous when unions were at their strongest – because unions offered workers a counterweight against the relentless forces of downsizing-tomaximize profit. Now unions
have been largely emasculated, and America is returning to Gilded Age standards of income inequality. That’s no coincidence. And capitalism, it should be noted, also thrived in America when unions were at their most powerful. So there are two responses to the rise of the “temp economy.” Increase regulations and the safety net so employees can survive on the compensation offered by such work. Or officials can choose to unleash unions again and let them face off against CEOs on roughly equal terms. The “temp economy” isn’t an accident: It’s the obvious next stage in American capitalism. But it’s a lousy stage. And getting rid of regulations isn’t the answer. Ben Boychuk is associate editor of the Manhattan Institute’s City Journal. Joel Mathis is a contributing editor to The Philly Post. Reach them at bboychuk@city-journal. org, joelmmathis@gmail.com or www.facebook.com/benandjoel.
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shelter to manage the facility, while developing a plan for the new shelter which will open in the fall. Eckhardt is expected to give the Council a report on the shelter during the July 23 meeting. Meanwhile the hiring of a shelter director was postponed after interviews in May for the director fell through when the three finalists were not deemed suitable for the position. “We have decided to continue our search for an Animal Services Director,” Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Director Cory Styron wrote in a May 31 email to city officials. “I know you are all anxious to have a person in place. However, you also know it is important to make a good selection for our future.” The job was advertised
as an “animal welfare director,” whose responsibilities would include management of the Farmington Animal Shelter staff and the animals in the shelter’s care. The city also is searching for an animal care leader that would manage the staff, provide customer service and report to the director. In addition, the city is advertising a need for four animal care technicians who would “perform routine animal care, facility cleaning, customer service, and related duties at the Animal Shelter.” There are temporary, seasonal openings for this position, as well. Fischer brought up the lack of staff at the shelter, saying she understood that animals were being euthanized because there were not enough staff members to care for them.
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Emails from Eckhardt sent to Assistant City Manager Bob Campbell also show that staffing has been a problem at the facility. On April 3, Eckhardt told Campbell she was working on the staff schedule. “I’ve been trying different ways of doing the schedule to try to man this building seven days a week with seven bodies but I’m having a really hard time making it work,” she wrote, adding that there was little to no supervisory coverage with Animal Control Officers Virgie Jim and Dave McClanahan patrolling the streets. By April 8, the email was slugged “crucial” with regard to staffing shortages. “I’m writing to you (Bob Campbell) under the auspice of Consultant, rather than Acting Director, to let you know of the dire conditions we are in at the shelter due to the severe staffing shortage we find ourselves in,” Eckhardt began. She pointed out that the city had wanted to have the current shelter running just like the new one by July 1, and that would mean improving
the quality of the animals’ experience at the shelter by providing intake exams, doing hourly checks on the animals, making food and water available, providing basic medical care, holding animals while space is available, creating practices and procedures for euthanasia, front desk operations, and opening and closing of the shelter. Eckhardt also was tasked with implementing community outreach programs that include animal foster care and volunteerism. “All of these items are in place and available to the staff to be worked at daily. But because we are so horribly understaffed, few of the items can get the attention they deserve,” she wrote. “I have been told by you to ask our current employees to work an additional 10 hours a week each.” She stated that Styron told her to have Animal Control Officers come in as additional bodies in the shelter. “Both of these solutions could be used as a stop-gap but neither are long-term or even short-term solutions to our issue.” When the Animal Control Officers come in, Eckhardt wrote, they revert
to old habits and begin euthanizing healthy animals, or questionable animals on intake, without doing an appropriate exam, which is against New Mexico State Law. Eckhardt also raised concerns that she heard the Parks Department “floated” an idea to “euthanizing healthy animals so we’re only housing the number we can adequately feed with the staff provided,” and/or cut the shelters hours. These were not scenarios she could support. “As acting director I will not euthanize healthy dogs because of poor staffing decisions. Also, limiting adoption hours is the last thing we want to do now – we need longer adoption hours, not shorter,” Eckhardt stated. She pleaded with Campbell to find more people to work at the shelter, even if they were to come from other city departments “PLEASE – please don’t ask us to euthanize healthy animals just because it’s easier than moving people between departments. I realize everyone is feeling the tightening budget and moving people is not ideal,
but we’re talking about lives – lives that shouldn’t be ended just because the city hasn’t staffed the shelter appropriately for more than 20 years.” Campbell, Styron and Eckhardt had a meeting about the staffing issues not long after this email, but according to Fischer the problems still exist. “I hope we are not euthanizing for space or for staffing, but I believe we are,” Fischer said during the Council meeting. “The lack of staff is making it so they are unable to get to the animals to feed them.” City Manager Rob Mayes admitted the city is “always euthanizing because of capacity.” Styron added that he agrees with Fischer – the shelter is “in a crisis right now,” because it is over capacity with a “supply that is just too great.” He stated that 75 percent of his new job as director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs is spent dealing with animal shelter issues, but he promised Fischer that he is “taking things seriously.” “I am hoping we can see some progress very shortly,” Fischer said.
There have been cases of bobcats with babies on roofs of flat-topped houses or in quiet backyards in quiet neighborhoods, according to Kerry Mower, wildlife health specialist for New Mexico Game and Fish. If these animals and their babies are found, New Mexico Game and Fish needs to be notified in order to end the potential spread of rabies, should the bobcat or her babies be infected. As of June 26, 2013, there have been five confirmed cases of rabies this year in New Mexico. The cases, according to the New Mexico Department of
Health, included a fox in Socorro County, a skunk in Eddy County and three bats – one in Eddy County, one in Santa Fe County and one in Bernalillo County. There were 48 cases of rabies in 2012 with the majority of them being in Eddy County. The edict came down because of the high number of these animals found throughout the state and, more specifically, the greater numbers in San Juan County where there is water. Game and Fish officials say they are “worried” about
wildlife the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish. The memo cited several cases of rabies that had been confirmed in New Mexico and the department was asking animal control to stop “rehabilitating” or “translocating” wildlife species that are “reservoirs of rabies.” This includes raccoons, foxes, bats, skunks, bobcats and coyotes, according to the memo. It also stated that the public should be advised to avoid direct contact with wild animals even if those animals are babies that appear to be orphaned or abandoned.
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Each nanny situation should be judged individually A mom asked me a most interesting and currently pertinent question the other day: “How much one-on-one interaction should take place between a nanny and a child under her supervision?” The question is pertinent because increasing numbers of upper-middle-class parents are choosing to use nannies for daily childcare instead of, or in addition to, day care centers and preschools. I will say up front, that I have no general opinion of this trend at all. Each nanny situation should be judged on its own merits or lack thereof. I have some personal experience with this issue because during my preschool years, when my mom was a single parent and we lived in Charleston, S.C., she hired a woman to come in to our flat and supervise me when she was working
LIVING WITH CHILDREN John Rosemond them. In a word, they entertain. I have no memories of Gertie Mae ever playing with me or providing me with entertainment. Both she and my mother expected me to entertain myself, which is one of the most important life skills a child ever acquires, and the earlier acquired, the better for all concerned. The child who learns to entertain himself is also, later on, more likely to do his own homework without much if any supervision, perform regular household responsibilities without prompting, solve peer problems without coming to adults, and so on. None of the nanny websites that I looked at used the word “entertain-
freedoms commensurate with the responsibility they are willing to assume for themselves and their behavior. To use a political analogy, it’s a libertarian parenting philosophy that allows children to learn, largely by trial and error, how to run their lives with minimal need for Big Parental Government. Speaking personally, it was not so much my mother’s job to be involved with me as it was my job to keep her from getting involved. This creates a mutual state of liberation for both parents
– especially the mom – and the child. This is the way children were raised two generations and more ago, when they emancipated much earlier and more successfully than has been the case since. That’s why my answer to the question posed in paragraph one above is “As little as possible,” and why it applies to both the parents and nannies. Family psychologist John Rosemond answers parent questions at www.rosemond.com.
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and attending college. Gertie Mae, to whom I grew quite attached, also performed housekeeping responsibilities outside of my supervision, but her role was similar, in many respects, to that of today’s nanny. Outside of the fact that she occasionally insisted I eat food I did not like, my experience of the relationship was completely positive. She was an important figure in my life and I remember her fondly. I am aware that many of today’s nannies are expected to – or feel they cannot adequately justify their salaries – play with their charges and otherwise provide a good amount of stimulating and enjoyable activities for
ment” when describing nanny responsibilities. The website www.nannies4hire .com for example, listed preparing children’s meals, providing mental stimulation, doing children’s laundry, and reinforcing appropriate discipline as primary nanny responsibilities. Facilitating playgroups was mentioned as an “additional” responsibility, but facilitating and entertaining are horses of different colors. As most of my readers know, I advocate a lowinvolvement parenting style where children enjoy
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A good time Rod Run Block Party a tradition for car lovers LAUREN DUFF Tri-City Tribune Classic stock cars and modified cars will fill downtown Farmington streets on Saturday, July 20, in
celebration of the 31st annual Rod Run Block Party. The free family friendly event will be from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will feature more than 200 unique vehicles. The event is spon-
sored by the Northern New Mexico Street Rodders and the Farmington Downtown Association. “It’s definitely a tradition and one of the biggest events in downtown,” Downtown Coordinator Elizabeth Isenberg said. “Anyone who has a car they are proud of can bring it to downtown and park it and show off their cars.” To allow the public to view the parked vehicles, five blocks will be closed in the downtown area including from Commercial Avenue to Auburn Avenue, North Allen Avenue to West Arrington Street, West Arrington Street to North Behrend Avenue, and West Arrington Street and North Behrend Avenue to West Main Street. “We started doing this in 1982, and it has grown from just a few cars to what it is now – 272 cars,” said Northern New Mexico Street Rodders President
Bob Fuller. Food vendors and live music will be available for guests to enjoy. The band, Cooltones, will perform at the Gazebo in Orchard Park, the San Juan College Company band will perform at Auburn Avenue and Main Street, Doghouse will perform at the Civic Center, and vendors from the New Mexico Lottery to Big Belly BBQ will line the streets. Before enjoying the evening Block Party, the public also has the opportunity to visit the ShowN-Shine car show in Civitan Park in Farmington from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. “This car show is the biggest one around the area and I think the biggest one in the Four Corners,” Fuller explained. Car-lovers from California, Utah, Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico will travel to Farmington to showcase their unique vehicles.
Fuller said there will be 21 various classes in which people may enter their vehicles, and trophies will be presented to first, second, and third place winners in each class. “We have a mix of everything, and will even have a motorcycle class.” There are 45 members in the Northern New Mexico Street Rodders club. For anyone who wishes to join the club or enter a ve-
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The insects of summer are out in full force Summertime means picnics and outdoor living – as well as bees, wasps, hornets, fire ants and other biting and stinging bugs that can make life miserable. Various members of the insect family can cause problems not just for us, but also for our pets. Bees, wasps, yellow jackets and hornets are commonly encountered in both urban and rural landscapes. Some pets are fascinated with these flying insects and will endlessly try to catch them – with occasionally painful results. Unfortunately, sometimes these insects’ activities or nests place them close to the ground where pet attention is almost guaranteed. Bee Stings With most stings, you won’t know anything has occurred until you see your pet with a swollen face or notice him limping. Facial swelling (angioedema), eyelid swelling and hives are commonly seen after a pet is stung. In the case of a bee, if you can locate the stinger, use a credit card or fingernail to gently scrape it out. Many times, however, the stinger cannot be located. You can use a cool compress on the affected area to help reduce the swelling and pain. Do not use an ice pack as that can cause frost bite. Monitor your pet for a couple of hours to make sure signs are not worsening. Discuss with your veterinarian if there are any additional home remedies you can use. Aloe Vera gel or a baking soda paste can be used, but you will need to keep the animal from licking the area. Antihistamines can be used in mild cases, but be sure to call your veterinarian to find out which product is safe for your pet and what the appropriate dose is.
PAWSITIVELY PETS Darren Woodson If your pet experiences a severe reaction such as anaphylaxis, see the veterinarian immediately. Anaphylaxis is a shock type of reaction. Your pet may have difficulty breathing and exhibit trembling, diarrhea, pale gums or weakness, or may even be unconscious. If any of these symptoms occur, take him immediately to your veterinarian – this is an emergency! Your veterinarian may need to administer antihistamines, steroids or other medications to help reverse the problems. In sensitive animals, a single sting can result in anaphylaxis. Many times, veterinarians will prescribe an epi-pen-type auto injector for animals with a history of anaphylaxis.
Owners are then able to start treatment on the way to the veterinarian. Encounters with Africanized bees, with animals getting more than 10 stings per pound, can result in death. These animals can die from multiple organ failure. If your pet received multiple stings, you must get your animal to the veterinarian immediately. You can help keep your pet safe by placing low fenced borders around flowering plants and by noticing and avoiding any insect nest sites. Fire Ants People living in the southern United Sates also have to contend with fire ants, an invasive species that was first accidentally 7:30 a.m.: New Mexico Mile Marker: Spanish Market in Santa Fe Jul 27-28 7:55 a.m.: San Juan Smart Talk with Jan Morgen
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imported into this country from Brazil in the early 1900s. Fire ants are extremely aggressive and will bite anyone or anything that they feel is threatening them or their mound. Fire ant bites are extremely painful. The ants inject oily venom that produces a reddened, raised bump. With some species of fire ants, within 24 hours these reddened bumps will turn into a white pustule that can become infected. Do not allow your pet to scratch the bites. If fire ants have attacked your pet, remove the animal from the area to stop additional ants from attacking. Carefully brush off the fire ants that you see on your pet’s body – attempting to slap them can simply aggravate them more. Make sure that you are wearing gloves and protective clothing, as the fire ants will attack you during this process. Don’t spray water on your
make sure to keep your pets away from treated areas. Scorpion Stings Scorpion stings are rarely life threatening and typically cause an allergic reaction, similar to a wasp sting. Pain and swelling and numbness will occur and occasion hypertension (high blood pressure). Most animals recover without a problem and can again be treated with antihistamines such as Benadryl and a cold compress, but be aware of the previously mentioned anaphylaxis shock that can occur with any insect bite if that particular animal is sensitive. In my experience, the smaller sized dogs and cats are more sensitive to an insect bite than a larger pet. In any case of an insect bite, call your family veterinarian for his or her advice.
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prca tracks wards, you may enjoy strolling in the park until sunset. Poetry Picnics are free and will continue to meet on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month through August. For more information call 505.599.1422.
Poetry Picnics Friday, July 12, at 6 p.m., bring your picnic to the Riverside Nature Center in Animas Park off Browning P a r k w a y. Eat a picnic dinner in our beautiful gardens or sheltered picnic area, and enjoy a short program of poetry readings in the cool summer evening. Learn about some poets new to you and hear old favorites read aloud. Feel free to bring your favorite poem with the featured theme. July 12 features Nature and July 26 features Ralph Waldo Emerson. After-
Family Scrambles and Twilight League During the summer months Civitan Par 3 Golf Course, 2100 N. Dustin Ave., will host a once-amonth Friday family night, a 9-hole scramble where kids play FREE!
Join us at 5:30 p.m. July 12 for a shotgun start. Also during the summer months, Piñon Hills Golf Course, 2101 Sunrise Parkway, will offer a bimonthly event. Play is open to anyone — regardless of handicap. This will be a fun, quick, ninehole, early evening event with a payout each play day. Some weeks we will play the front nine, others the back nine. The entry fee is only $10, and the special Twilight League rate of only $15 includes your green fee and cart. Pass-holders pay a $10 cart fee to play. All you need to do is visit or call the Pro Shop and register by 5 p.m. on the Monday prior to play day. Let us know by Monday, July
15, to join us for play on Tuesday, July 16. Info: 505.326.6066 or www.pinonhillsgolf.com.
Branch Library, please go to www.infoway.org.
reading at the Shiprock Branch Library, please go to www.infoway.org.
Hike to Geyser Spring On Saturday, July 13, meet at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., at 8 a.m. for this month’s History Hike. The program continues on the second Saturday of the month, through September. Enjoy a fun and informative hike that explores the cultural and natural history of the Four Corners region. In July, participants will have the opportunity to see the only true geyser in the state of Colorado. Space is limited. Registration is required and can be com-
pleted by registering online at webtrac.fmtn.org or by coming into the Museum. The cost of $10 per person includes transportation and lunch. We will return to the Museum at approximately 3 p.m. This is an adults-only program. Please call 505.599.1169 for more information. NASA comes to Farmington Christopher Blair, NASA Education Program Coordinator from Johnson Space Center, will present a public and a Professional Development Teachers/ Homeschool presentation at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16. The public is invited
to this special engagement. At 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 17, Professional Development Teachers and Homeschool parents can learn how to bring new and exciting hands-on science to your home or classroom. Get your children excited about science, technology, engineering, and math, or STEM, related learning. Take the opportunity to Explore, Experience, and Enjoy. These programs are free and brought to you by E³ Children’s Museum and Science Center. The Farmington Museum is located at 3041 E. Main St. in Farmington. For more information call 505.599.1174. To find out more about these programs, call 505.566.2279.
library events Sign up for the 2013 “Dig in to Reading” summer reading program at the Farmington Public Library and Shiprock Branch Library. Log the books you’ve read and earn a free limited edition summer reading T-shirt. Details and registration at www.infoway.org.
Monday, July 15 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. Summer reading Story Time! “Dig in to Reading” at the Farmington Public Library with today’s Story Time featuring this week’s theme Rock Your World. For more information about summer reading at the Farmington Public Library and Shiprock
Monday, July 15 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. Summer reading Story Time and craft at the Shiprock Branch Library! “Dig Into Reading” with this week’s theme Rock Your World. For more information about summer
Tuesday, July 16 10 a.m. Stop by the Farmington Public Library between 10 a.m. and noon for crafts, science and a movie. All craft supplies are provided, but some younger children may need parental assistance. For more information about summer reading at the Farmington Public Library and Shiprock Branch Library, please go to www.infoway.org. Tuesday, July 16 – 10 a.m. Tweens, ages 8 through 12, are invited to “Dig in to Reading” at the Shiprock Branch Library. Today’s activity will be “Chalk Art.” For more in-
formation about summer reading at the Farmington Public Library and Shiprock Branch Library, please go to www.infoway.org. Wednesday, July 17 2 p.m. Nashville’s Conductor Jack will be at the Shiprock Branch Library with the “The Zinghoppers Show, LLC.” Enjoy an Emmy Award winning show for all ages, introducing young children to the elements that make up their world. For more information about summer reading events at the Shiprock Branch Library, please go to www.infoway.org . Thursday, July 18 10 a.m., and 2 p.m. Nashville’s Conductor
Jack will be at the Farmington Public Library with the “The Zinghoppers Show, LLC.” Enjoy an Emmy Award winning show for all ages, introducing young children to the elements that make up their world. For more information about summer reading events at the Farmington Public Library, please go to www.infoway.org. Thursday, July 18 6 p.m. Enjoy a night with the family with Nashville’s Conductor Jack at the Farmington Public Library. Teens can join in the fun with “The Zinghoppers Songwriting Workshop. For more information about summer reading events at the Farmington Public Library, please go to www.infoway.org.
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Fort Lewis announces lineup for 2013-2014 season ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your persistence pays off as the information you demanded starts to come through. The pace is slow at first, but it begins to speed up as the week draws to a close. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) An unwelcome bit of news jolts the Bovine, who would prefer that things proceed smoothly. But it's at most a momentary setback. A Leo brings more welcome tidings. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You need to pay close attention to the details before making a commitment. Don't accept anything that seems questionable, unless you get an answer that can be backed up.
Tickets for confirmed shows for the 2013-2014 performing arts series at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College are set to go on sale at 9 a.m. on Monday, July 1, online at www.durangoconcerts.com, and beginning at 10 a.m. by phone, 970.247.7657, or in person at the Ticket Office inside the Durango Welcome Center at 8th Street and Main Avenue. The lineup of confirmed shows for 2013-2014, including brief show descriptions, follows below. This lineup is subject to change. The Community Concert Hall is a not-for-profit, multi-use performance venue located on the campus of Fort Lewis College. Its ability to bring a diverse spectrum of shows to Southwest Colorado is made possible through a partnership with the college, a state-supported, independent institution of higher education, and financial and in-kind contributions from generous members of the community.
CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Congratulations on getting that project up and running. But as exciting as it is, don't let it carry you away. Make sure you set aside time to spend with family and friends. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Be sure you're part of the discussion involving your suggestions. Your presence ensures that you can defend your work, if necessary. It also helps gain your colleagues' support. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) A misunderstanding needs to be dealt with, or it can grow and cause more problems later on. Be the bigger person and take the first step to clear the air. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Set some strict guidelines for yourself so your heavier-than-usual work schedule doesn't overwhelm the time you need to spend relaxing with loved ones. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) You might feel a little uncomfortable being among people you hardly know. But remember that today's strangers can become tomorrow's valuable contacts. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Reward yourself for all that you've accomplished despite some annoying situations that got in your way. Enjoy a well-earned getaway with someone special. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Realizing that someone else is taking credit for what you did is bound to get anyone's goat, but especially yours. Be patient. The truth soon comes out. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Forget about opposites attracting. What you need is to find someone who thinks like you and will support your ideas, even if others say they're too radical. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Workplace problems can affect your financial plans. Be prudent and avoid running up bills or making commitments until things begin to ease up by the 26th. BORN THIS WEEK: Your intuition helps you communicate easily with people and understand their needs.
Los Lonely Boys With special guest Thom Chacon Friday, Aug. 2 7:30 p.m. $35/$45 Readily recognized for the No. 1 chart topper Heaven, Los Lonely Boys is an Austin-based, Grammy Award-winning group of brothers – Henry, Jojo and Ringo Garza. The band is noted for a unique style of music that combines elements of blues, soul, country and Tejano, which the brothers have dubbed as Texican rock ’n’ roll. The band’s most recent release, Rockpango is a spirit and sound coined by Los Lonely Boys that takes the next step from fandango (a beat of loving celebration) and then huapango (another infectious Latin rhythm that gets the fiesta cooking) to a full-scale Tex-Mex American roots rock party. Joining Los Lonely Boys is special guest singer/songwriter and guitarist Thom Chacon, christened the “Dylan of Durango.” Chacon meshes the dynamic influences of Bob Dylan, John Prine, Bruce Springsteen, Tom Petty, Neil Young and more for a nostalgic, classic folk rock sound. Asleep at the Wheel Sunday, Aug. 11 7:30 p.m. $24/$34 Asleep at the Wheel, the Grammyawarding winning band revered for sustaining Texas-based Western Swing, once again returns to Durango by popular demand. Since the early ’70s, Asleep at
the Wheel has been the most important force in Western swing – a mix of big band, country and dance music popularized in the 1930s and 1940s by Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys. Now included in the tour repertoire is music from the Wheel’s criticallyacclaimed musical play, A Ride With Bob, which starred the band’s larger-than-life founder and lead vocalist Ray Benson encountering the ghost of Bob Wills on a tour bus. Jazz on the Hill Featuring Joyce Lyons and friends A fundraiser for the Russ & Bette Serzen Endowment Fund for Concert Hall operations Saturday, Sept. 14 6 p.m. $100 Jazz on the Hill features an evening of fine food and music in support of the Community Concert Hall. Guests dine on the Concert Hall stage and, this year, a performance by Joyce Lyons. Lyons’ rich alto has been compared to Dianne Reeves and Oleta Adams as she digs into the lyrics and meaning of a song, whether it’s classic Broadway, the Great American Songbook or hardswinging Jazz. Elaine Stritch, Bobby Short and Jonathan Schwartz all have highly praised Lyons’ talent, and according to Tony Award-winning composer Stephen Flaherty, “Joyce Lyons makes each and every song truly her own. Her performances are both timeless and timely. Joyce is a true original.” Seating is limited. Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA Thursday, Sept. 26 7:30 p.m. $29/$34 Founded in 1995 in Gothenburg, Sweden, Arrival from Sweden is celebrated as the “best” and most authentic ABBA tribute show in the world. Since 2007, Arrival from Sweden has been touring in the United States to sold-out shows, receiving reviews that laud the accuracy – down to the clothing – of the group. Hits such as “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “Take a Chance,” “Waterloo” and more ABBA hits leave audiences amazed that it is not the original ABBA on stage.
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Canadian Brass Wednesday, Oct. 2 7:30 p.m. $35/$49 Five tremendous brass musicians – each a virtuoso in his own right – form the legendary Canadian Brass. With a vast repertoire from Baroque masters to marches, holiday favorites to Dixieland, and jazz to Broadway, Canadian Brass has proven itself an important pioneer in bringing brass music to mass audiences everywhere. Noted Tom Huizenga of NPR: Tiny Desk Concert, “After four decades, it’s great to see Canadian Brass – practically an institution at this point – still sounding fresh, still attracting young virtuosos and, above all, still having fun with the music.” Jim Breuer Saturday, Oct. 26 7:30 p.m. $19/$32 Named as one of Comedy Central’s “100 Greatest Stand-Ups of All Time,” comedian Jim Breuer wins over audiences with his offthe-wall humor and loveable personality. Currently touring with his “Heavy Metal Family Man” show, Breuer can also be heard on his weekly Sirius/XM radio show, “Fridays with Breuer.” A veteran of “Saturday Night Live,” Breuer was a fan-favorite for his original character “Goat Boy” and his dead-on impressions of actor Joe Pesci. Patrons are advised, this
John Denver: “The Tribute” The John Adams Band Saturday, Nov. 2 7:30 p.m. $18/$27 Since John Denver’s untimely death in 1997, vocalist John Adams has been committed to keeping Denver’s music alive, performing the iconic artist’s songs true to their original intent and sound to encore-demanding audiences throughout the world. The Tribute, returning to Durango by popular demand, is a two-plus hour memorable, magical and poignant journey featuring the classic songs and Adam’s personal stories of his time with John Denver. After Adams performed with John Denver, Denver is reported to have said, “He sounds exactly like me.” Robin & Linda Williams Thursday, Nov. 7 7 p.m. $18/$24 Virginia-based Robin and Linda Williams are known for their rich harmonies and original songwriting rooted in the country/bluegrass/gospel tradition. Enjoying widespread national prominence on Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion (including performing in the Robert Altman film of the same name), Robin and Linda Williams are said to create music that is both comfortable and thoughtful, which has enabled them to keep an even keel while musical trends come and go.
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Justin’s road to public speaking Two years ago at this time, Piedra Vista’s Justin Solomon had a plan. He was going to win another state baseball title and go on to play college ball. That plan changed. He knew his body wasn’t right when he had a small pain in his hip. Slowly it worsened. One day he woke up with tears, screaming for his dad to take him to the hospital. On July 22, 2011, Justin was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, a rare life threatening disease. “I’ve played baseball since I was 4 years old,” explained Solomon. “I wanted to play pro baseball more than anything, and suddenly the word cancer was being thrown around.” Now he has a different plan. Along with his personal battle with leukemia, Justin has decided to deliver his message to others. Earlier this month, Justin spoke to several of his peers about the importance of savoring the little moments in life, because you never know when it’s going to be taken away. It was his first formal speaking engagement,
and, it is hoped, not his last, considering the impact he had on the audience. “For another baseball player to go through that is tough,” said Rio Rancho first baseman Evan Offutt. “It really opened my eyes that any day could be your last in the field.” “I want them to leave (my speech) and not take anything for granted, to live in the moments in between,” said Solomon. Justin’s road to public speaking started after a friend of his suggested the idea. This past year, Justin was invited by his friend Blake Swihart to visit his minor league squad in Salem. “I went in their clubhouse and I was just telling them my story. Blake later told me everyone was in there crying.” It was at that point that Justin realized he could maybe affect others with more public speaking. Justin tries to speak in
By this time next month fall sports will be in kicking off and many teams are getting a head start with summer camps and off-season workouts. The fields are full, as are the weight rooms and running trails. The fields at PV were extra busy this week with the Charly Martin Football Academy on Monday and Tuesday where over 200 elementary school players got to meet the Seahawk wideout. Connie Mack City Tournament The Connie Mack City Tournament ends this weekend with the Strike Zone looking to represent the host city for a fourth straight year. However, this year there are threats to the Strike Zone’s reign. As the tournament concludes on Saturday, look for a matchup between Strike Zone and the DC
Mob, both of which came up with easy victories in the opening round. The winner will get a couple of weeks to scout the best regional pitching talent for pickups for the Series. New Year’s Resolutions halfway point So, it’s a little past the halfway point in the calendar year and time to check on how the ol’ New Year’s resolutions are going… Just like everyone else, lose some weight – Not going too bad. After one year, lost 38.6 pounds. Still needs some work, though. Write nothing negative about the NMAA – So far so good. I’m sure that will change now that I’m returning to the bench this basketball season. Shoot 30 in nine holes at Civitan – Not quite, but close. Shot 32 on Monday.
THIS WEEK IN SPORTS JP Murrieta a language his peers can understand – baseball. “Life is never going to give you that pitch that you can send over the fence,” Solomon said during his speech. “It’s going to send you off-speed pitches and fastballs and change ups, and it’s up to you whether or not you can come out on top of those situations.” Justin’s been hospitalized more times than he could count. He’s had to endure a bone marrow transplant. He developed an infection that nearly cost him his life. He’s had pneumonia four times and went into respiratory failure twice. During one stretch he wasn’t able to feel his own feet for more than a year. He was bedridden for months. “Then I decided this isn’t me,” said Solomon. He’s currently in kidney failure and needs a kidney transplant. But through all that pain, he still managed to get up in front of an audience
and give them some motivational words. “Life is going to throw all kinds of obstacles in our direction. It’s how we jump over those hurdles that make us who we are.” “My coach used to always say, ‘Get it in your head that you’ve already beat this team before you walk onto the field.’ So when they told me I had cancer, I got it in my head that I’ve already won this battle.” That’s a message we could all learn from. Best wishes, Justin. We’re pulling for you! Welcome back Demetrius Walker found a new basketball home. The former Lobo will play for Grand Canyon University this season. Walker spent the past three years at the University of New Mexico. He was kicked off the team near the end of the season. Walker played in 23 games with UNM last year, averaging five points a night. "We are excited to have a player of Demetrius’ ability that has played at
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Rick Hoerner Stop referring to my daughter as “Marshmallow” on the basketball court – Haven’t done it once ! Wear my Chiefs and Cardinals shirts in public with no jacket over them – Done and done. Both teams should be rejuvenated under new head coaches, and with both teams having new starting quarterbacks, hope springs eternal in the preseason. Cut back to watching Sportscenter only once a day – Doing pretty good on that one too, especially now that the NBA Playoffs are over and I can only take so much Dwight Howard talk. Keep up with grading papers on a regular basis –
Good there too, but we’ll see how it goes in 30 days. Minimize consumption of domestic canned or bottled beer – Check. Addicted to Carver’s Raspberry Wheat and Three River’s Berry Confused, but still fall back to the old faithful every now and then. Finish my Master’s thesis – A big NO. Get back to playing basketball and bowl more – Played a few times this summer and bowled a couple of times this year; vast improvement. Buy some new music for my iPod dated later than 1993 – Bought the new Springsteen and the new Bon Jovi, but that really
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Keeping the golf ball in front of you FIRST TEE Tom Yost Ask any advanced participants of The First Tee of San Juan County, N.M., and they will tell you how much I stress accuracy over distance. It is quite a challenge sometimes to convince teenage youth to stay within themselves instead of trying to hit the golf ball as far as they possibly can. In fact, my favorite saying to them is, “You can play golf from there.” This usually means that they have hit a less than satisfactory golf shot and have the look of disappointment with how far their shot has traveled. My point is that if a player can hit a bad shot that stays in the grass – instead of finishing in the desert – then they still have a chance to salvage the hole and make a decent score. Golf is not about hitting a perfect shot every time – or even an above average shot. Golf is about controlling the damage when
you hit a less than average shot. When a player hits it perfectly, they know where it is going and usually how far it is going. The average golfer might hit one or two perfect shots a round – which means that player has to control the damage on the other 99 percent of their shots to play good golf. To put this into better perspective, Ben Hogan – arguably the greatest ball striker ever – said that he, even, only hit three perfect shots every round. Learning how to hit the ball straight and “keeping the golf ball in front of you” is a skill that is learned with solid fundamentals on the driving range. The key aspects to work on are setting a good foundation with your grip, stance and setup positions, then swinging within yourself and finishing the swing in a balanced position with the weight completely on
shouldn’t count. How about Neon Trees ? That counts, right ? Stop arguing politics on Facebook or challenging every stupid comment – Picked the first. Arguing on Facebook is even more of a waste of time than stupid cat videos. Have slipped a few times, though – arguing, not stupid cat videos. Provide less stress to my editor by actually getting articles in by the deadline – No, but trying. Watch less television and stop watching movies I’ve seen a hundred times – Not so good; summertime adds to my addiction with extra free time on my hands. Watching a lot of Bar Rescue and Kitchen Nightmares – Don’t judge me. Care a little more and complain a little less – A never-ending process. All in all, better than 50
percent – more than I can say for most of the teams I root for. Government forms I’m not sure where most people’s political beliefs lie, but we can all agree that government forms are a waste of time and effort, only providing the ability to rewrite redundant information over and over and trying not to get sued. So in place of my usual complaining about the school’s athletic forms, I thought I would give those of you without a child in high school athletics a breakdown on the counts of the superfluous information on this year’s 18-page athletic document. Printed Kira Hoerner 15 times Wrote her date of birth 9 times
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tee the front foot and the torso facing the target. We encourage our youth participants to hold this balanced finish for a few seconds, or until the golf ball has landed. This allows
them to obtain balance and good form throughout the shot, even when they hit one less than perfect – or not at all. So I encourage my readers to end the nonsense of
over-swinging to achieve maximum distance. Instead, focus on good form, good fundamentals, good tempo and a balanced finish. The results might not increase the number of perfect
shots you hit, but it should decrease the number of times you slow your group down because you are looking for your 300-yard drive which landed 100 yards out into the desert.
him here at GCU, as he brings with him a lot of experience and can score the basketball. He will be big for our team next season,
having a guy that we can go to. " Walker graduated from New Mexico in May of 2013 and will pursue his
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times I realize that everyone is worried about the almighty
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all "Kobe and Lebron" until the playoffs. Meanwhile, the NHL season seemed just right. I know die-hard fans and the entire nation of Canada want to see every game, all the time, but for the casual fan, the shortened season distilled the season into games between division rivals. Every game seemed to matter for once during a regular season. And they lost the All-Star game due to the lockout! These were good things. The Chicago Blackhawks started the season with a 21-0-3 unbeaten streak, shattering records along the way. Though not favored to do so, and absent a star of Wayne Gretzky, Mario Lemieux, Sidney Crosby-like fame, it went on to win the Stanley Cup. The finals versus the Boston Bruins were some of the greatest hockey games I have ever seen. I gladly stayed up
graduate degree at Grand Canyon. GCU will come to The Pit this season to play the Lobos in November.
Civitan Golf Course will host an Adult-Junior Scramble on Saturday, July 20. Fun for families on the lush, par 3 Civitan Golf Course, play a 9-hole twoperson scramble, one adult and one junior under the age of 13. Both players will tee off, the best shot selected, and both players will play from there. Cups will be 8 inches and used
on all holes. Entry fee of $30 per team includes prize money and lunch. Civitan Golf Course is located at 2100 N. Dustin Ave. in Farmington. To register, contact the Piñon Hills Golf Course Pro Shop at 505.326.6066. Get more information online at www.pinonhillsgolf .com.
lawsuit, but really – is all this necessary? No wonder we all have lost faith in the
system. As every coach tells you, KISS – Keep It Simple, Stupid.
Sports on the radio Prep Sports Weekly with Rick Hoerner & Walter
Dorman every Saturday at noon on KENN 1390, 92.1 FM and kennradio.com.
well past my bedtime to watch those overtime classics. If my kid was a little bit older, I would have woken him up to watch them, too. The Miami Heat won the NBA championship. Nobody was surprised. With an all-star team led by Lebron James and Chris Bosh, the Heat became the team everyone hoped to see lose (save for the Miami fans). But as the NBA Finals lumbered on in characteristic smash foul style, something happened during the championship round: a classic match up between Tim Duncan and the white-hat San Antonio Spurs and King James' Heat. Game 6, in which the Heat came back to win, and a game 7 featuring death-defying shots and stunning grace were two of the greatest games of all-time, and nobody disputes that. Image problem? What
image problem? With the exception of the Chicago Sun-Times post-Stanley Cup photography (its front page after winning the Cup featured a dourfaced player holding the Cup like a crate of cabbages on a truck dock. Great time to fire your entire photography staff, Sun-Times), the celebrations and the ratings from both finals were enough to dispel any notion. The image problems suggested earlier were larger than
they appeared. These two teams made one thing crystal clear: the NBA and NHL can look at themselves in the
mirror and like what they see staring back at them. Mark Vasto is a veteran sportswriter who lives in Kansas City.
sports both New Mexico and Arizona State," said Grand Canyon head coach Dan Majerle in a released statement. "It is good to have
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wildlife a possible rabies outbreak in the region, because of the “high population” of rabies reservoir animals in the area. If one animal were to be infected with the disease, the wildlife officials say “it would move fast up and down the rivers,” according
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to Kerry Mower, wildlife health specialist for New Mexico Game and Fish. The department is expecting more rabies in New Mexico this year because the extreme drought conditions are forcing these animals to move into places where food and water can be found. Once they are here, they establish a territory. If a raccoon or skunk is trapped and moved into another location there is a high likelihood that it would be placed in the territory of another species. “This disrupts the equilibrium causing more scuffling and more fighting. We upset the balance, and if there is a disease it gets spread,” Mower said. The animal that does not win the fight will most likely leave and set up a new territory, which in turn causes the disease to spread to a new area. “We don’t want to translocate these animals,” Mower said. “We want to remove them completely.” Styron kept the policy in place, despite a July 3, 2013, memo that changed a portion of the edict. “We were told to use good judgment – if the animal is not injured or not a danger to people or property, to relocate it within reason,” said Richard McDonald, media contact with the New Mexico Game and Fish Department.
The second memo gave animal control the OK to dispose of dead animals. “Any problems with dead animals on the list only need to be reported to us (Game and Fish) if there is a possibility that the animal was killed illegally or if a member of the public wishes to purchase the carcass, otherwise the carcass can be removed by any agency that covers these matters in their respective jurisdictions,” it stated. The animals listed as protected species are deer, elk, bear, fox, raccoon, bobcat, badger, beaver, mountain lion, wild waterfowl, all birds of prey, ringtail cats, antelope, wild turkey, marmots, doves, quail and pheasants. Non-protected species are coyote, squirrels, prairie dogs, gophers, skunks, common pigeons, sparrows, domestic ducks and turkeys. These animal species “may be handled by the appropriate agency based on their policies and protocols,” according to the memo. Styron also put a stop to having animal control officers pick up trapped animals on private property. “We have asked people to bring animals in traps back to the animal shelter,” he said, adding that his staff would respond in certain cases where a person is unable to return to the trap.
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aztec pets of the week
These are funny Paude and excited Buster. Paude is a neutered 3-year-old Heeler/Border Collie mix. Buster is a 2-year-old male Lab/Pit mix. Both love to soak up attention and will be forever faithful. Please give these two some chew toys, a big yard, and hugs and kisses every day.
The Aztec Animal Shelter, 825 Sabena, is open from noon to 4 p.m. daily.
farmington pets of the week
(Above) Hello there, loving family. Our names are Tina and Marie. Tina is a 2-year-old female Ger. Shepherd/Lab mix. Marie is a 10-monthold female Aussie/Heeler mix. These gals are so much fun and will make your kids happy. Adopt these good girls today. (Right) These are Gummy Bear and Gum Drop. These 1-year-old Pug/Pit mixes have come a long ways since they came to the shelter. When they came in they were shy and scared, but they have blossomed into affectionate and happy companions. Please come rescue their little hearts. (Above right) Our names are Tidbit and Carla. Tidbit is a 1 þ-year-old female Heeler/Lab mix. Carla is a spayed 6-year-old Heeler. Both of these sweet, loving gals love to be adored and showered with affection. Please bring these good girls home.
Info Session & Open House Thursday, July 18 4:00 - 6:00 pm RSVP: 505-566-3480 Freckles is a shy young guy. He is a red heeler mix with a little bobbed tail. He is great with other dogs, and loves to go to the park to play. He is looking for a Forever Home with a family that could take him to the beach, or hiking on the weekends.
The Farmington Animal Shelter Hours are Mon. - Fri. 10 a.m. to 5:30p.m.; Sat. and Sun. noon to 3p.m. Also on Sundays at PETCO from noon to 3 p.m. Adoption Prices (Dogs): $10 is refundable when the Rabies shot is given by a vet; 6 wk. to 6 mo. $100; 6 mo. to 6 yrs. $80; Over 6 yrs. $50 Senior Citizen Costs: Adopter must be 50 or older and the dog must be over the age or 6 yrs. $33 ($10 is refundable when the Rabies shot is given by a vet.) Adoption Prices (Cats): $10 is refundable when the Rabies shot is given by a vet; 6 wk. to 6 mo. $70; 6 mo. to a 6 yrs $60; Over 6 yrs. $50. Senior Citizen Costs: Adopter must be 50 or older and the cat must be over the age or 6 yrs. $33 ($10 is refundable when the Rabies shot is given by a vet.) If you are interested in any of these animals, please give us a
Koda is a beautiful flame point Siamese kitty, about 6 months old, and already spayed. She is ready to go. She has a beautiful coat, and is very VERY affectionate. Her purr is very sweet, and her soft ‘meow’ would melt your heart.
call at 505.599.1098. We have a large variety from which to choose, and we want to take the opportunity to thank everyone who chooses to save a life and adopt a local shelter animal.
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Let the light Homes are places where memories are made. They are our refuge, the place that we can’t wait to get home to after a hard days work. This 3-bedroom, 2bath home is stylishly designed for relaxation and will instantly make you feel that this is not just a house, but it’s your home. The kitchen is filled with natural light and lots of storage. It is efficiently designed for the cook in the family. It features ceramic tile floors, a cook top on the breakfast bar and lots of storage space, and it has a great dine-in area with two large windows looking out into the pristine backyard. The master bedroom features two closets and double sinks in the master bath. Filled with large custom windows, the versatile rooms can be set up as living or dining. Other amenities include in-floor heat and a central vacuum. There are built-in shelves in the living room, and landscaping and sprinklers in the front and backyards. Summer evenings are best spent on the covered back patio listening to the waterfall that flows into a small pond in the beautifully landscaped backyard. This home is a steal at $174,900 and is located in the Puesta Del Sol Subdivision at 2900 Municipal Drive. The residence is pre-inspected and offers more than 1,600 square feet and a double-car garage. For more information or to set up a private showing call Sam Todd at RE/MAX of Farmington at 505.327.4777.
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Pesky pests
Insects can be controlled with a couple easy steps This time of year, most of our spring plantings should be well on their way to providing us with what they were supposed to. The alyssum should now be a beautiful splash of color in the yard. Tomato plants should be big and starting to produce juicy red tomatoes. Petunias and Geraniums are in full bloom and adding that pop of color they always provide. This being said, this is also the time of year when those little pests show up and prevent many of these
ADVICE YOU CAN GROW WITH Donnie Pigford plants from fulfilling their destiny. Flea beetles are common annoyances to numerous vegetable crops such as potatoes, tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, eggplant and many other leafy crops. Flea beetles also attack alyssum, absolutely devastating them. Bud worms show up now and consume the flowers on geraniums and petunias
while staying unnoticed by most. People usually write off the lack of flowers to heat or wind, not realizing these worms are eating them up. Adult flea beetles, which produce most plant injuries, are typically small, often shiny, and have large rear legs that allow them to jump like a flea when disturbed. There are many
different species of flea beetles, with different colors and shapes. The beetles chew countless small holes in the leaves, leaving significant damage to the plant foliage. Young plants
and seedlings are particularly susceptible. Growth may be extremely retarded and plants may even be killed. Budworms, on the other hand, do not create obvious signs of damage.
These small green worms appear in late June and July and consume the buds of your favorite flowering plants. You won’t often see the worm itself. Instead, you’ll see the droppings, which often are thought to be insects themselves. The black or dark brown budworm droppings look a lot like tiny seeds. The worms feed on the flower buds, making small holes in the buds and the leaves.Controlling both of these insects is relatively easy. For control on flea beetle, spray infected plants early morning or early evening with a product containing Bifenthrin. This is a broad spectrum insecticide that controls most garden and household pests. Thuricide or Spinosad are both great pesticides for budworm and both are organic. Sprayings should be applied in early evening, as this is when the worms become most active. Both pesticides should be applied a couple of times 7 to 10 days apart.
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One lemonade at a time
Keely Stockham’s determined to help find a cure for cancer LAUREN DUFF Tri-City Tribune A glass of lemonade may not seem like much, but to one local 12-year-old girl who set up a lemonade stand, purchasing a glass of lemonade is one step closer to finding a cure for cancer. For the last four summers, Keely Stockham from Farmington, has stood under her handmade red and yellow painted lemonade stand calling out to cars passing by her home at 901 N. Orchard Ave., “Lemonade! Help us cure cancer!” She shouted, while holding a colorful sign. The opening day of the lemonade stand was on Wednesday, July 10, and it will be opened until 5 p.m. on Friday, July 12. “I love doing this because I think I finally found something I can work on and it’s something I can feel great about and help people at the same time,” Stockham said. Over the last three years
Stockham has raised more than $6,000, which was donated to the American Cancer Society. “We are very proud that she is such a dedicated child,” said Stockham’s mother, Liz Stockham. “She is a crusader.” The community has been generous and supportive of Stockham’s lemonade stand, Liz explained, adding organizations such as the Farmington Chamber of Commerce and San Juan Regional Medical Center Foundation plan to stop by for a refreshing glass of lemonade. “We love it when Farmington (residents) come by and tell us their stories. Last year, quite a few cancer survivors came by and this year we are hoping more will come by to tell their stories,” Liz said. Many years ago, Stockham’s Aunt Jenny, or “Aunt Ninny,” was diagnosed with leukemia. This is one reason why she wanted to begin her lemonade stand. Even though her aunt is healthy today, Stockham still wants
From left, Keely Stockham and her brother, Brody, hold up signs to attract people to their lemonade stand. Stockham has set up the lemonade stand to raise money for the American Cancer Society.
to raise as much money as possible to help cure cancer. Her goal for this year is to raise $2,500. For her dedication and volunteerism, Stockham was one of three individuals in New Mexico who was recognized by the company Kohl’s scholarship program. Since 2001, Kohl’s Cares Scholarship Program has recognized more than 17,500 children and
teenagers with nearly $3.5 million in scholarships and prizes. Stockham’s 9-year-old brother Brody also wanted to be involved with the lemonade stand. This year, he made Jolly Rancher lollipops to sell alongside the lemonade. “I wanted to help fight cancer,” Brody said, whose close friend has a grandfather battling cancer. “Cancer hits you at any
age whether you lose a loved one or if someone gets sick,” Liz explained. When people purchase a glass of lemonade, they may sign a large “get well” card that Stockham will bring to the local Relay for Life, an American Cancer Society fundraising event. “It lets people with cancer know people are out there helping them,” Stockham said, adding her family or-
ganized a “Keely and Brody’s Lemonade Stand” team that will participate in Relay for Life. Farmington’s Relay for Life Co-Chair Mychelle McGee, a teacher at Ladera Del Norte Elementary School, said it makes her happy when children participate in the cause. “I think it is a great idea when children reach out and I think they bring a lot of awareness to the community,” McGee said. “My passion is kids and when Keely does this it makes me happy seeing kids are doing great things.” McGee said teams may still sign up and participate in Relay for Life by visiting the website www.relayforlife.org/farmingtonnm. So far, 18 teams are participating and they have raised more than $14,000. For anyone who wishes to attend Relay for Life, the event will be from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. July 12 through July 13 at San Juan College Health and Human Performance Center.
A key to state’s stability
WESST working for small businesses in New Mexico DEBRA MAYEUX Tri-City Tribune Small businesses are finally getting the respect they deserve in New Mexico, and they could be the backbone to economic diversity and stability in the state, according to Agnes Noonan, president of WESST. Noonan visited Farmington July 8 to meet with several of the non-profit organization’s 20 clients from Northwest New Mexico. She also visited with various entities, such as San Juan College, which have supported the work of WESST in the state. WESST is an organization dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs so they have an opportunity to grow their business through market penetration, job creation and capital accumulation. Noonan has been with the organization for 23 years and has seen all types of
businesses come and go in New Mexico. Some worked out, such as Intel, while others did not, such as call centers. She stated that previously the idea of economic development in this state was to recruit the next big business that would bring in jobs. That goal, however, is changing as people are realizing that successful small businesses can make a difference. Noonan added that when the business is a good fit with the owner then good things happen for the entrepreneur and good things happen for New Mexico.
“It takes all sorts of pieces to make up an economy,” she said. “The reality is that when you look at who is creating jobs in this state, it is the small businesses. We’ve got this very vibrant small business economy in New Mexico.” The small businesses that are successful are those following a very precise recipe of offering a product or service that can be differentiated from the competition; providing exceptional customer service; placing a value on employees and paying attention to cash flow. “If you have those things, there will always be a spot for small business,” said Chris Hunter, regional manager for WESST. One of the things unique to New Mexico is the number of artists and artisans in the region, and Noonan said WESST has worked with them to boost their presence not only in the state, but throughout the world.
She suggested an on-line tool kit available through WESST. It helps get the artist or artisan on the World Wide Web where their skill can be noticed by people all over the world. “We work with anybody in the creative field to help them marry the technical ability with the business end of their business,” Noonan said. “If they want to grow their business, they have to mentally put their arms around it.” If they want to be financially successful, they have to do whatever it takes to grow the business, and that includes Internet marketing, according to Noonan, who said that only 38 percent of businesses in New Mexico have a website. “Every small business needs to get into the 21st century,” she said. WESST can help provide the tools for small business success, and that is part of Hunter’s job in Northwest New Mexico. He also has
been boosting the organization’s presence in San Juan County. Noonan joked that she was in town to check up on Hunter, but later clarified that WESST was lucky to find him, because of his experience. He is set up to work with businesses, but also has a good deal of knowledge into the workings of small business. Noonan said it was difficult to find some such as Hunter – someone with a “business background and great interpersonal skills to relate to people and be supportive.” Hunter is a longtime area business development consultant who owned and operated a Farmington-based business development practice for more than 10 years. His more than 20 years experience includes working in a variety of financial, operations and communications capacities at several large domestic
and international companies including PNM, PacifiCorp and Peabody Coal Company. Hunter provides assistance to business owners in Gallup, Grants, San Juan County and across the Navajo Nation. His goal is to help them understand self-employment and the workings of business. “Many people explore selfemployment instead of a minimum wage job,” Noonan said. “They might have an idea and don’t know what to do with that idea.” WESST will assist by helping the client form a business plan that includes what the person is selling, how it will be priced, how it will be marketed and how a person will pay for it. “That numerical literacy is the acid test,” Hunter said, adding WESST provides the “deeper, longer-term relationship with the client.” For more information call Hunter at 505.566.3715.
New marketing coordinator Triplett joins staff at Four Corners Community bank Four Corners Community Bank welcomes Nicole Triplett to assist with the mission to serve the Four Corners with better than expected service. Farmington, N.M., June
20 – Four Corners Community Bank is pleased to announce that Nicole Triplett has joined their locally owned full service community bank serving Northern New Mexico and Southwestern Col-
orado. Mrs. Triplett is a native of the Midwest. She brings the experience of marketing for small businesses to the table and understands the importance of forging strong ties with
businesses in the Four Corners. Most recently she was a recruiter for the Toyota, Chrysler, and General Motors Programs at San Juan College. In that capacity she traveled through seven states to
maintain relationships with over 200 automotive dealerships to ensure technician standards were met. “Going above and beyond customer service and making our customer relations a top priority is a
key role to our success” said Triplett. She looks forward to giving attention to the future banking needs of the Four Corners region and becoming more involved in the community.
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LEGALS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY LIQUOR HEARING OFFICER REGARDING LIQUOR LICENSE CITY OF FARMINGTON, NEW MEXICO Notice is hereby given that the City Liquor Hearing Officer will hold a public hearing in the Executive Conference Room at the Municipal Building, 800 Municipal Drive, Farmington, New Mexico at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 to consider the following request: Application for new Beer and Wine Restaurant Liquor License from Sauce, LLC, 5600 Mickey Dr., Farmington, New Mexico doing business as Sauce Restaurant, 5600 Mickey Dr. Ste. A, Farmington, New Mexico. The Director of the Alcohol and Gaming Division of the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department has given this application preliminary approval. Further details regarding this application may be examined at the aforementioned hearing or by contacting F. Chester Miller III, Esq. (505-327-0428), 907 W. Apache Street, Farmington, New Mexico. Dianne Smylie, City Clerk Legal No.103 Dates 7/12, 7/19/2013
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James Dance PO Box 6791 Farmington NM 87499
IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KEITH LYNN ISLE, Deceased.
Gerald/Imogene White PO Box 1476 Fruitland NM 87416
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Heather Holtman has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of Keith Lynn Isle, deceased. All persons having claims against this Estate are required to present their claims within two (2) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented either to the Personal Representative at 5708 Sierra Grande Dr., Taylorsville, UT 84129, Dylan O’Reilly and William T. Denning at P.O. Box 869, Farmington, NM 87499-0869, or filed with the District Court of San Juan County, New Mexico.
Keith Yazzie PO Box 3074 Kirtland NM 87417 Notice is hereby given that a sale of miscellaneous and personal items will be held to satisfy debt of back rent. The sale will be held on or after July 20, 2013 at Cubby Mini Storage 4340 US Hwy 64 Kirtland, NM 87417. Legal No. 100 Dates 7/5, 7/12/2013
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HEATHER HOLTMAN,Personal Representative M I L L E R STRATVERT P.A. DYLAN O’REILLY WILLIAM T. DENNING Attorneys for Personal Representative P.O. Box 869 Farmington, NM 874990869 T: (505)326-4521 Legal No. 99 Dates 7/19/2013
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unique style of Western music, cowboy poetry and humor. The Christmas Jubilee is a warmhearted and fun-filled show that inspires the entire family to remember the true meaning of the holidays.
NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to the provisions of Section 317-5 N.M.S.A., of the title and of a general summary of the subject matter contained in Ordinance No. 2013-1265, duly adopted and approved by the Farmington City Council at its regular meeting held on the 9th day of July 2013. The title and a summary of such ordinance are as follows: AN ORDINANCE ADDING DIVISION 3, TO ARTICLE 2 OF CHAPTER 2 (ADMINISTRATION) OF THE FARMINGTON CITY CODE ENTITLED “CAMPAIGN FINANCING” The four recital paragraphs recite the findings of the City Council and state that the Council has determined it is in the best interest of citizens to continue to provide transparency in its elections for Mayor, Council and Municipal Judge by enacting local regulation in the area of campaign finance reporting and they desire to establish guidelines for the Mayor, Councilors and Municipal Judge for disclosures of campaign contributions, gifts, expenditures and reporting of same. Section One of the ordinance adds a new Division 3, entitled “Campaign Financing” to Article 2, Chapter 2, of the Farmington City Code, that includes the following provisions: definitions, applicability of article, paid political ads, reports required, forms furnished by city, contents, time for filing, late filing penalty, failure to file report, political committee treasurer, contribution limitations, election financial records, and committee statement. Section Two of the ordinance is a general clause stating that all other provisions of Article 2, Chapter 2 of the Farmington City Code shall remain unchanged. The ordinance contains a date of adoption and signature lines. COMPLETE COPIES of this ordinance are on file in the office of the City Clerk, 800 Municipal Drive, Farmington, New Mexico and are available for inspection and/or purchase during regular office hours.
Maura O’Connell Friday, Nov. 15 7 p.m. $24/$29 A singer known for blending Celtic and folk sounds from her formative years in Ireland, and filtering them through contemporary American country and bluegrass music, Maura O’Connell is called a captivating stylist, introspective chanteuse, musical explorer and songwriter’s singer. O’Connell’s multi-decade career has earned her international acclaim, plus two Grammy nominations – including one in 2010 for her most recent release Naked With Friends. Robert Mirabal presents: BLUE CORN The Journey Tuesday, Nov. 19 7 p.m. $23/$33 Two-time Grammy award-winning Native American flutist and composer Robert Mirabal lives at the foot of the sacred Taos Mountain in northern New Mexico and maintains a traditional life, keeping the centuries-old customs of the Taos Pueblo people. Mirabal has been described as an American Indian “Renaissance man” – musician, composer, painter, master craftsman, poet, actor, screenwriter, horseman and farmer – and he travels extensively playing his music throughout the world. Offering “exquisitely nuanced flute playing,” according to the New York Times, Mirabal creates music from his soul that honors the spirits of the earth. State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara Nutcracker Friday, Dec. 13 - Sunday, Dec. 15 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. $29/$39 As has become tradition at the Community Concert Hall, the magical holiday ballet, Nutcracker, performed by the highly-acclaimed State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara, will usher in the holidays with two matinee and two evening performances. Artistic Director Rodney Gustafson holds true to the original classical ballet in this Tchaikovsky masterpiece, creating a traditional Nutcracker set in Victorian times and suited for all ages.
WITNESS my hand and seal of office this 10th day of July, 2013. SEAL Dianne Smylie, City Clerk Legal No.104 Date 7/12/2013
Bar D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee 2013 Thursday, Dec. 19 7 p.m. $18/$28 Durango’s much-beloved cowboy crooners come off the Bar D and return to the Community Concert Hall stage for their traditional cowboy Christmas show. Founded by Cy Scarborough in 1969, the Bar D Wranglers offer their own
The Duhks Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014 7 p.m. $18/$24 A Canadian folk music group formed in 2002, the Duhks (pronounced “ducks”) offers a blend of Canadian soul, gospel, North American folk, old-time country string band, zydeco, and Irish dance music, while successfully integrating Latin-music-influenced percussion. The Duhks’ innovative approach to modern bluegrass music is reminiscent of other great young grassrock bands such as Nickel Creek and Yonder Mountain String Band. The Duhks’ band name comes from banjo player Leonard Podolak’s former band, Scruj MacDuhk – a tribute to a Scottish warrior who fought alongside William Wallace. YESTERDAY A Tribute to the Beatles Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2014 7 p.m. $18/$28 A live and spirited journey of the revolutionary sounds introducing the first wave of British rock music to the American audience, Yesterday performs the Beatles original hits and covers they loved to perform with spot on accuracy. Complete with vintage video, authentic accents, costumes and instruments, Yesterday takes its audience on a rousing tour to Liverpool's Cavern Club, the Ed Sullivan show, the historic Hollywood Bowl and Shea Stadium performances, into the Sgt. Pepper era with “Walrus,” “Come Together” and “Revolution” and beyond. TAO: Phoenix Rising Sunday, Feb. 23, 2014 7 p.m. $29/$39 Powerful, dynamic and unique, TAO offers a new production, “Phoenix Rising,” which combines explosive Taiko drumming and innovative choreography. The stars of TAO live and train in the mountains of Japan, achieving the highest level of virtuosity only after years of intensive study. The performers each bring nontraditional flair to the troupe by drawing on their diverse backgrounds, including a hard rock musician, gymnast, classical composer and more. With hundreds of sold-out shows and more than a million spectators, TAO has proven that modern entertainment based on the traditional art of Japanese drumming has massive international appeal. Christian McBride Trio Wednesday, March 5, 2014 7 p.m. $29/$39 Bassist extraordinaire, composer, arranger, educator, curator and administrator, Christian McBride has been one of the most important and most omnipresent figures in the jazz world for 20 years. McBride consistently combines his musical virtuosity with an innate ability to communicate his enthusiasm to an audience – a warm showmanship that transforms his passion into infectious joy. Wrote Miamiartzine of a performance last fall, “If the Olympics had a category for jazz trios, the Christian McBride Trio took the Gold Medal.” Les Ballets Trockadero De Monte Carlo Wednesday, March 12, 2014 7:30 p.m. $35/$49 Founded in 1974 by a group of ballet enthusiasts for the purpose of presenting a playful, entertaining view of traditional, classi-
cal ballet in parody form and en travesti, Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo, has become a major dance phenomenon throughout the world. The Trocks, as affectionately referenced, are now known for the dancers’ inspired blend of their loving knowledge of dance, their comic approach and the astounding fact that men can, indeed, dance en pointe without falling flat on their faces. The show is a unique performance not to be missed. Masters of Tradition Wednesday, April 2, 2014 7:30 p.m. $24/$34 As Artistic Director of Masters of Tradition, Martin Hayes has brought together seven of the most compelling artists in Irish music today for a unique show celebrating the art form. With performances of solos, duets, trios and full group collaborations, the show’s format provides insight into the musical journeys that these musicians, and the masterful music they play, have taken over the years. As noted by The New Yorker, “Masters of Tradition lives up to its name … not to be missed.” Kathleen Madigan: “Gone Madigan” Thursday, April 3, 2014 7:30 p.m. $24/$27/$39 Called by Jay Leno “One of America’s funniest female comics,” stand-up comedienne Kathleen Madigan offers exceptional comedic timing, the right amount of irreverence and a hilarious perspective on life’s everyday occurrences. The only comedian ever to go unchallenged on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing,” Madigan also defeated the ever-popular Larry the Cable Guy and other notable comics to win the 2007 Sirius Radio Comedy Cup. Patrons are advised, this show does include mature content and may not be appropriate for all audiences.
California Guitar Trio Wednesday, April 16, 2014 7:30 p.m. $14/$29 With a whirlwind of instrumental styles fusing classical, rock, blues, jazz, world music and progressive, as well as the quintessential California “surf” music, the California Guitar Trio offers stunning virtuosity and a sly sense of humor that has earned the trio an enthusiastic following and wide notoriety that spans a variety of musical scenes. According to Acoustic Musician magazine, “A California Guitar Trio performance is like a night at the theater: Drama, passion, humor, joy, pathos. It’s all there.” Golden Dragon Acrobats Wednesday, April 23, 2014 7:30 p.m. $24/$34 Returning once again by popular demand, the Chinese Golden Dragon Acrobats will astound and amaze as the troupe delivers, as the New York Post reported, “… beautifully choreographed routines showcasing their amazing skills and physicality, accompanied by a musical score of traditional Chinese music filtered through a New Age sensibility ... Juggling everything from umbrellas to soccer balls – and with props as varied as ladders and giant spinning wheels – the performers show just why they’re world-famous.
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SBDC workshop Small business and the impact of healthcare reform The San Juan College Small Business Development Center will partner with Alicia Manzano, MPA and Senior Director of Client Relations with Strategies 360
NM to provide information about the upcoming healthcare reform and what changes will affect small businesses. The free workshop will be held in the Zia Conference
Center, located on the San Juan College Farmington campus in the Health and Human Performance Center, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Monday, July 15.
Manzano will help answer these questions and more, including: How does the new healthcare legislation affect my business? How will the health insurance ex-
change work? What will the plans look like? The workshop is free; however, participants are asked to register in advance. For more information or to
register for the session, contact Candice Archuleta at 505.566.3528 or via email at archuletacj@sanjuancollege.edu. Deadline to register is Friday, July 12.
Nosey Nellie is just pretty proud of Ashley Dye, who NN considers her own, even though Ginger Palmer went through the pregnancy, labor and childbirth part of being a mother. Still, NN and Ashley look so much alike, it’s scary. Prob’ly scarier to Ashley than NN, but whatever. Ashley, along with her business partner, Robert Settles, formed Dye Hard Productions, LLC, and the X Run was their first, but likely not their last, fun event. NN considered being part of the X Run, but after reviewing the description of events, thought better of it. The X Run included an “epic challenge,” a “wave not for the faint of heart,” crossing the finish line with three other members of the team, and they all hadda cross the line at the same time (!), and the Industry Cup Team Challenge, “perfect for policemen, firemen, oilfield workers, churches and other industry/organizations who wish to sacrifice their best four.” ’K, just so’s ya know, NN does have a faint heart, is
not up for an epic challenge, hasn’t met anyone yet she can keep up with in her hooker heels unless it’s a great hooker heel/handbag sale, and has no desire to sacrifice her best four of anything. The X Run offered great prizes and bragging rights and beer and food. The beer and food parts NN liked. The great prizes did not include hooker heels from Frederick’s of Hollywood or designer handbags from Don’t Ask Where We Got ’Em From Or You’ll Be Charged for Possession of Questionable Taste. And NN gave up her bragging rights one year when someone suggested she didn’t have much to brag about and took her bragging rights AND left. Whatever. There were lotsa people who did the whole X Run thingey and because NN has been known to occasionally steal someone else’s idea and make it her own (only occasionally, on accounta if you steal someone else’s idea on a regular basis, the law enforcement people, the FBI and the Mickey Mouse Club call it Almost Grand Theft and make you do time and revoke your lifetime membership to the MMC. NN isn’t afraid to do time, but
losing her lifetime membership to the MMC would desecrate the memories of Annette, Cubby, Karen, Lonnie, Darlene, Bobby and Doreen. Just sayin’. . . .) So, NN is considering having the Y Run. The Y Run would offer spectacular events like putting oranges between your knees and making it to the orange barrel, where participants would smash the orange, scoop it up with a slotted spoon and carry it to the adult beverage glass, where Y Vodka would be. Winners would enjoy the fruits of their labors and everyone would be happy. Then there would be the event where participants sit in a rocking chair with a fake cat on the floor, swishing its fake tail. The epic challenge would be to rock to Lawrence Welk’s Champagne Music while singing along to the Mickey Mouse Club Theme Song. Winners would receive rare bottles of Lawrence Welk’s Faux Champagne Faux Fun. Another event would include a cup challenge in which teams would use a sippy cup to put out a tiki flame. The winners would receive gift certificates to spas for trims to their hair, eyelashes and eyebrows. NN is nothing if not considerate. While Dye Hard’s X Run started at 10 a.m. “sharp,” NN’s Y Run would start whenever enough people gathered after their morning constitutional and before their Y Me attitude kicks in. NN will form her own company and call it Y Not and will cater to a slightly older crowd than Ashley and Robert did. A less competitive crowd – a crowd that fights
to get to the head of the line at the Early Bird Special All You Can Eat Buffet. Just sayin’. . . . NN is still in the planning stages of the Y Run challenge, but stay tuned for regular updates, additional events and Emergency Room and Urgent Care hours. In other news important to NN, which should be equally important to you – just so’s ya know – five wonderful and dedicated citizens were inducted into the History Makers Hall of Fame last week. Dr. John Brown, Russell Allen, Charlie Keller, Mary Lou Jacobs and Tom Taylor joined other Hall of Famers, all of whom have been instrumental in making Farmington and San Juan County the best places ever to live. NN, herownself, did not know Dr. Brown or Mr. Allen, but she knows they cared about the community and its residents. NN loved Charlie Keller, who was a pilot and was one of the nicest people ever and had great stories to tell about the War and the older days of San Juan County. NN also loves Mary Lou Jacobs, who is the definition of what a good person and wonderful volunteer should be. Mary Lou is beautiful inside and out, and NN admires her and respects her a lot. Tom Taylor is one of NN’s faves, but then Tom Taylor is one of everyone’s faves. There isn’t much ole Tom hasn’t done to help our community and he does it with dignity and charm. He has been known, however, to sacrifice some dignity – but never the charm – to tell a good joke, which he does pretty often. NN appreciates all that these fine people have done and, for Mary Lou and Tom, continue to do. Gotta love ’em! There were birthdays this week. NN bought a birthday cake and 14 gallons of Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream to cel-
ebrate, since no one ever, ever invites her to the party. Whatever. This week Roger Sitton and Michael Sitton celebrated, and NN knows Cheryl Sitton (wife and mother of said dudes) baked ’em a birthday cake, but did Cheryl invite NN over for cake, even when CS knows how much NN loves her cakes? No. Still NN takes the high road and wishes Rog and Michael a happy day anyway. The beautiful Cheryl Ragsdale celebrated her 21st birthday; Connie Schulz, the talented and gorgeous musician, celebrated; Damon Weems, who is as good a citizen as anyone can be and loves our rivers, also had a day of presents and cake. Anthony Ashcroft, Dan Darnell and Debbie Doggett are celebrating this weekend, so will have threeday parties. That’s the way to go, NN believes. Or a whole birthday month, with presents every day. Yep, that would do. NN ran into Millie Howle – the beautiful wife of Jeff and the wonderful mother of Whitney – over the weekend. MH was with her sister, who is equally beautiful and, NN guesses, just as wonderful. NN also bumped grocery carts with Vic Sutton and Laura Huish, one of NN’s ’nother perfect children (along with Bobby, Billy and Carla) and Laura and Bobby’s boys, Bradley and Josh. NN loves Bradley and Josh like her own, but questions their taste in NASCAR drivers, just so’s ya know. NN has been mad at Kyle ‘Boo-hoo’ Busch since he stole M&Ms from Elliott Sadler, who would still love NN if he’d let the restraining order go and just get to know her. Whatever. NN offers her sympathies to Terri Lee on the loss of her wonderful mother, and condolences to Becky Henry, who lost Maggie, her best four-legged friend ever. Hugs to both of these amazing
women and thoughts and prayers are with them both. NN fully intended to crash the big Third of July Party Terri and Jack Fortner hosted at their beautiful home, but NN’s most wonderful and amazing boss, Randy Pacheco, made NN work (!) late (!) which gave NN good reason to have her own fireworks. Not that RP cared much, and it didn’t do a thing to help NN’s plea for a $50,000 a year salary increase and a work week that gives NN five days off. Whatever. Other people did make the T&JF party, though. Among them were Judge Bill Liese and his Judgette wife, Ariel, Bloomfield’s First Power Couple and San Juan County’s Power Couple, Scott and Tonya Eckstein (if you haven’t seen Scott in the FireBall Run video, you MUST do so. It is hysterical and so very, very Scott!); Scott Bird of Vectra Bank and his adorable wife, Shanna, of Ashley Furniture, also joined the fun. National Coach of the Year Kevin Werth and his National Coachette Wife of the Year, Becky, celebrated the Third of July and the Coaching Win with T&JF. J. Paul and Krista McWilliams joined Jack’s wonderful and amazing mother, Corky Trimble, in the pool and at the party. Well, Corky may not have actually been in the pool, but she is one of NN’s BFFs. New Mexico State University Star Pitcher Karysta Donisthorpe joined a gazillion other friends of Suzanne and Krissy Fortner for fun and fireworks, and making sure everyone was blessed, as they do at every event they attend on accounta they are blessings, were Pastor Randy Joslin and his wife, Debbie. It woulda been a fun time if NN hadn’t hadda work late and was cranky about workin’ late and went home late and had a pity party for herownself.
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thought for the week “The difference between school and life? In school, you’re taught a lesson and then given a test. In life, you’re given a test that teaches you a lesson.”
— Tom Bodett
Answers to this week’s puzzles are on page A23
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at the movies GROWN UPS 2
PACIFIC RIM
Rating: PG-13 Synopsis: The all-star comedy cast from Grown Ups returns (with some exciting new additions) for more summertime laughs. Lenny (Adam Sandler) has relocated his family back to the small town where he and his friends grew up. This time around, the grown ups are the ones learning lessons from their kids on a day notoriously full of surprises: the last day of school.
Rating: PG-13 Synopsis: When legions of monstrous creatures, known as Kaiju, started rising from the sea, a war began that would take millions of lives and consume humanity's resources for years on end. To combat the giant Kaiju, a special type of weapon was devised: massive robots, called Jaegers, which are controlled simultaneously by two pilots whose minds are locked in a neural bridge. But even the Jaegers are proving nearly defenseless in the face of the relentless Kaiju. On the verge of defeat, the forces defending mankind have no choice but to turn to two unlikely heroesa washed up former pilot (Charlie Hunnam) and an untested trainee (Rinko Kikuchi)-who are teamed to drive a legendary but seemingly obsolete Jaeger from the past. Together, they stand as mankind's last hope against the mounting apocalypse.
WORLD WAR Z Rating: PG-13 Synopsis: The story revolves around United Nations employee Gerry Lane (Pitt), who traverses the world in a race against time to stop a pandemic that is toppling armies and governments and threatening to decimate humanity itself.
WHITE HOUSE DOWN Rating: PG-13 Synopsis: The White House is under siege in this action thriller from Independence Day director Roland Emmerich and The Amazing Spider-Man's writer James Vanderbilt in this Sony Pictures release. Channing Tatum stars.
THE HEAT Rating: R Synopsis: Uptight FBI Special Agent Sarah Ashburn (Sandra Bullock) and foul-mouthed Boston cop Shannon Mullins (Melissa McCarthy) couldn't be more incompatible. But when they join forces to bring down a ruthless drug lord, they become the last thing anyone expected: buddies. From Paul Feig, director of "Bridesmaids."
MAN OF STEEL Rating: PG-13 Synopsis: A young boy learns that he has extraordinary powers and is not of this Earth. As a young man, he journeys to discover where he came from and what he was sent here to do. But the hero in him must emerge if he is to save the world from annihilation and become the symbol of hope for all mankind.
MONSTERS UNIVERSITY Rating: G Synopsis: Mike Wazowski and James P. Sullivan are an inseparable pair, but that wasn't always the case. From the moment these two mismatched monsters met they couldn't stand each other. "Monsters University" unlocks the door to how Mike and Sulley overcame their differences and became the best of friends.
THE LONE RANGER Rating: PG-13 Synopsis: From producer Jerry Bruckheimer and director Gore Verbinski, the filmmaking team behind the blockbuster "Pirates of the Caribbean" franchise, comes Disney/ Jerry Bruckheimer Films' "The Lone Ranger," a thrilling adventure infused with action and humor, in which the famed masked hero is brought to life through new eyes. Native American spirit warrior Tonto (Johnny Depp) recounts the untold tales that transformed John Reid (Armie Hammer), a man of the law, into a legend of justice-taking the audience on a runaway train of epic surprises and humorous friction as the two unlikely heroes must learn to work together and fight against greed and corruption. Movie information and ratings are from Rotten Tomatoes. Ratings are based on 0 - 100%; each star represents a 20% rating.
DESPICABLE ME 2 Rating: PG Synopsis: Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment's worldwide blockbuster Despicable Me entertained audiences around the globe in 2010, grossing more than $540 million and becoming the 10thbiggest animated motion picture in U.S. history. In summer 2013, get ready for more Minion madness in Despicable Me 2.
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Touch-A-Truck
Annual event at Piñon Hills Community Church Saturday LAUREN DUFF Tri-City Tribune Piñon Hills Community Church children’s center, Promiseland, will host an educational event that allows children and adults to learn about various trucks and service vehicles during the fourth annual Touch-A-Truck. The free event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, in the Piñon Hills Community Church parking lot. “It ’s educational for (children) in the sense they get hands-on exploration with different cars, especially with the community service cars, because a lot of kids want to be a fire-
fighter or police officer – so they are in awe,” of the vehicles, Piñon Hills Marketing Director Lynne Howle said. In past years, TouchA-Truck was organized by the Moms Club of Farmington. Howle explained the club was not hosting the event this year, so Piñon Hills church staff asked “if we could host it and they didn’t mind at all.” An array of vehicles will be at the event for the public to view and touch, including the Farmington Police Department bomb squad vehicle, tow trucks, cranes, Waste Management vehicles, water hauling trucks, and tractors.
Businesses also will showcase their vehicles including R. A. Biel Plumbing and Heating Inc. and local catering companies. “Each vehicle that participates is required to have an attendant there letting kids interact with the vehicle as much as they want them to,” Howle said. “The attendants will explain the functions of the vehicle and how it serves the community.” For anyone who has sensitive ears, there will be a horn-free hour from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Piñon Hills Community Church is located at 5101 N. Dustin Ave. in Farmington.
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Animas River Blues & Brews Fest starts today LAUREN DUFF Tri-City Tribune Blues music will ring throughout areas in Aztec next week with five national blues bands performing during the 8th Annual Animas River Blues & Brews Fest hosted by Animas River Arts and Entertainment and Crash Music The festival spans a twoday event with the first opportunity to listen to music at 7 p.m. Friday, July 12, at the Historic Aztec Theater. Crash Music is hosting this Blues festival kickoff concert. Tickets cost $12 per person and can be purchased by calling Crash Music at
505.427.6748. “We are trying to foster cooperation and get the music scene going in this part of the world,” said Susan Rys, Crash Music manager. The two singers who will perform at the kickoff concert are CW Ayon, a
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performer from Las Cruces, who had won the “Best Blues Song” at the 2010 New Mexico Music Awards, and The Michael Lee Band from Texas. Recently, Crash Music moved into the Historic Aztec Theater to provide more room for guests who
attend concerts. “There is so much room for everyone here and the seats and sound are great,” Rys said. Then, from noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 13, at Riverside Park, 500 S. Lightplant Road, the public can lean back in lawn chairs, relax and enjoy a variety of blues music. Tickets to the Saturday festival cost $22 per person and can be purchased at animasriverblues.com. Kids 12 years old and under may attend the festival free. This year’s performers include The Avey Brothers, a band from Iowa that won the 2008 and 2009 Iowa Blues Challenge; The Todd Wolf Band, a Pennsylvania group where the lead singer was once the lead guitarist for Sheryl Crow; The Daddy Mack Blues Band, an urban blues band from Tennessee; Shari Puorto, a singer from California who won at the 2010 Los Angeles Music Awards for her song Free in the “Americana, Blues, Roots Song of the Year” category; and The Michael Lee Band. “(The bands) are awesome,” said Katee McClure, Animas River Arts and Entertainment president. “There are so many good
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Noon: Doors Open 1 p.m.: The Michael Lee Band 2:45 p.m.: Shari Puorto
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bands out there and it’s hard to choose. We didn’t want all the bands to sound alike.” All of the performers have never played in this festival before except for The Avey Brothers, who were the headline band last year. McClure said The Avey Brothers are returning this year because they were “very impressive” last year and their Cajun swamp with blues-rock style was
“well received” by the audience. “Every music genre has different styles and sounds within that genre,” McClure said. Beer will be sold by the micro-brewery Rio Grande & Sierra Blanca Brewing Company based in Moriarty. For more information about the Animas River Blues and Brews Fest visit the website www.animasriverblues.com.
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Learning culture The students who participated in the San Juan College Kids Kollege Chaco Canyon Camp gave Chaco Canyon Ranger Cindy Winkler a handmade “thank you” card on June 29, when they visited Chaco Canyon with their families.
A corner window inside one of the many rooms at Pueblo Bonito in Chaco Canyon Nation Historic Park. – Debra Mayeux photos
Kids Kollege students, parents tour ancient ruins DEBRA MAYEUX Tri-City Tribune More than 1,000 years ago, an ancient race traveled the Southwest in search of a place to settle and build homes. They were told of rock formations and cliffs that would mark the right location. When they found Fajada Butte in a canyon of what would later be Northwest New Mexico, the Ancient Puebloans knew they had located their homeland. They constructed homes, kivas, marketplaces and other structures throughout Chaco Canyon. They lived, worked and played there. They worshipped there; created art there; and left clues for future generations there. A group of Kids Kollege students at San Juan College spent the week of June 24 learning about the Chacoan Culture with Debbi Gregory and Kathee Bayfus de Garcia – two local educators who spend their summers as park rangers. The National Parks
Service Program is called Teachers-Rangers-Teachers and it gives educators an opportunity to spend the summer living and working in the park while also developing a curriculum that could be used in the classroom. Gregory and Garcia worked on developing a curriculum and then presented it for the first time during the Kids Kollege program, which was open to children ages 9 through 14. “Over the course of the week we had rangers, a geologist, an archeo-anthropologist, a ranger who has spent 25 years in the park – G.B. Cornucopia – and a leading authority in Navajo rock art visit with the students,” Gregory said. The students, on June 25, were immersed in Chacoan culture with a day trip to Chaco Canyon National Historic Park, where they toured Pueblo Bonito and Una Vida, and also looked at Petroglyphs. The students were encouraged to document their visit in a journal. They developed presentations, which were given to their parents in the Visitor’s Center at Chaco Canyon where the families visited together on June 29. “The petroglyphs were really cool, because I like art, and it was great to see other ancient cultures
making art,” said Nick Mayeux, 13, in his presentation. “Looking at the petroglyphs, you’ll never really know what story they were trying to tell.” Nick took the class with his younger brother Alexander Mayeux, 9, whose favorite part of the experience was Pueblo Bonito. “I really liked Pueblo Bonito, where there were doors, doors, doors and more doors,” he said. “It was all made of brick,
and I thought it was cool.” Taryn Yazzie also enjoyed Pueblo Bonito. “It was a big building with hundreds of rooms connected together with doors,” she said. “It was built according to the Earth and the sun and the moon.” Yazzie touched on the theory that the Ancient Puebloans kept track of the seasons by creating solstice markers in their buildings and on the top of Fajada Butte. “They read the land and the moon and the sun and the stars,” Yazzie said. “They told their story on petroglyphs, because they did not want to be forgotten.” Hazelina Peete took a lot of photographs of what she saw, and said Pueblo Bonito was her favorite place in the park. “They had many doors in lines,” she said. “It was really fun to learn their history.” After the presentations, the families drove to Pueblo Bonito, where the students led their parents and siblings on a tour of the ancient dwelling. The students were tasked with acting as tour guides, ex-
plaining the structures and the petroglyphs nearby. Gregory and Garcia stayed with the group to ensure everyone was safe and stayed hydrated on the hot summer day in a park with plenty to see, but very few trees. The families, after touring Pueblo Bonito and nearby petroglyphs, had a picnic lunch and then returned to the visitor’s center for a free movie about Chaco Canyon. It included a history of the park and stories from Pueblo Indians whose ancestors lived at Chaco Canyon. They pointed that the park is considered sacred as are the dwellings and
any item that might be on the ground, including pottery shards, animals and rocks. They were taught to respect the place and leave everything intact so the next visitor can enjoy it as well. This Chaco Canyon immersion camp was the first to be offered through the San Juan College Kids Kollege program. It was free to the participants in cooperation with a grant from the National Parks Service. “We are very excited about sharing this week of learning and fun with the children and their families,” Gregory and Garcia said.
Chaco Ranger and educator Kathee Bayfus de Garcia shows a replica of Chacoan pottery found in the original dig at Pueblo Bonito. She said there was evidence of cocoa beans in the pot, which led archaeologist to believe it was used for hot chocolate used in ceremonies.
Students from the University of New Mexico are doing an archeological dig in Pueblo Bonito to learn more about the Chacoan Culture.
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Hot, dry Southwest
High temps bring out rattlesnakes in area DEBRA MAYEUX Tri-City Tribune When summer arrives in the deserts of the Southwest, snakes become more active and venture into areas that are sunny and moist. Rattlesnakes can be found in the rock formations in and around Chokecherry Canyon and Pinon Hills Boulevard, and more recently these critters have been visiting the Farmington Sports Complex at 2301 Piñon Hills Blvd. The city of Farmington, which owns and operates the complex, was made aware of a rattlesnake problem in an April 26 email from Andy Tarkington to parks and recreation department officials. Less than one month later, a city of Farmington employee was bitten by a “small” rattlesnake near the tennis center. The New Mexico Wildlife Department said that approximately 1,000 people are bitten by rattlesnakes each year in the U.S., with only 3 percent being fatal. Seeking medical treatment as soon as possible after the bite is the best way to treat it. The city did get the seasonal parks employee to the hospital for treatment, and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Director Cory Styron said the employee is back at work. Styron received the email
The Western Diamondback Rattlesnake is commonly found in Northwest New Mexico. – New Mexico State Wildlife Photo
from Tarkington warning about the presence of snakes in the area. It stated that on the afternoon of April 26 there “was a snake coiled up around the temporary outfield fence and it was hissing at the center fielder,” of the PV girls softball team. Earlier that week in April there were several snakes outside the permanent outfield fence. “We had several instances of rattlesnakes last year such as one in the tennis center office and one in the Field 3 press box,” Tarkington wrote. Styron contacted Marcy Eckhardt from the animal shelter and asked her to continue the park ranger call-out policy for rattlesnakes for “non-work hour
issues.” He also asked that staff make a final walk-through at the end of the day to check for snakes. The policy has continued, and Styron reported July 1 that the city purchased a repellant to put around the perimeter of the sports complex fields. James E. Knight, a former wildlife specialist with the New Mexico State University Extension Service, said in a write-up about snakes that the only efficient method of discouraging snakes is to modify the environment and making it unattractive to them. “No fumigants or poisons are registered for snake control. Although there are chemicals that
are said to repel snakes, most scientific investigations have found them ineffective,” Knight wrote, saying the best way to discourage them is to change the environment. The Colorado State University Extension Service also stated that a mixture of 7 percent naphthalene and 28 percent sulfur, found in commercial snake repellent, was not successful in repelling western rattlesnakes, nor was it successful in repelling gopher snakes, brown tree snakes or garter snakes. “Snakes often live in dark, cool places where food is abundant,” Knight said. They will go into grassy areas that are unkempt and with tall vegetation. They also tend to gravitate toward places where there is “abundant debris or trash,” including areas with rodent, bird or bat problems. Stryon said rodents, specifically rats, field mice and grasshoppers, are the reason for the rattlesnake activity at the Farmington Sports Complex. “The snakes come because of the rodents, and the rodents come because of the food such as sunflower seeds dropped or deposited by people at the games,” he said. “They’re always going to be out there.” Styron said he has made all of the youth leagues and school
teams aware of rattlesnakes at the location. He claimed the city had posted signs at the complex about the snakes, but a July 1 visit to the complex proved there were no signs, and multiple softball players in the women’s league stated they had not been told about the presence of rattlers. “Staff remains on the lookout for them,” Sytron said of the snakes. The staff would be looking for one or more of seven rattlesnake species that live in New Mexico. These snakes vary in size and color and their scales often match the environment – brown, gray, green, red, pink or yellow, according to Knight. The seven species found in New Mexico include the rock rattlesnake in isolated mountain ranges in southern New Mexico; the western diamondback rattlesnake, found throughout the state; the western (prairie) rattlesnake, distributed across New Mexico, much of the western U.S. and into Canada; the Mojave rattlesnake, found in extreme southern New Mexico, but more common in southern California, Nevada, Arizona and Texas; the black-tailed rattlesnake, distributed in southwestern and central New Mexico; the massasauga found in
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Arizona reviewing possible deregulation of Four Corners Power Plant In disrepair
Old District Attorney’s Office will be torn down LAUREN DUFF Tri-City Tribune
LAUREN DUFF Tri-City Tribune The Navajo Nation’s potential ownership of Navajo Mine has been put on hold, while the Arizona state government reviews the possible deregulation of Four Corners Power Plant in Fruitland. The Arizona Corporation Commission is responsible for regulating public utilities in the state of Arizona. It functions as an executive body that adopts rules and regulations regarding utilities, railroads and pipeline safety, according to the commission’s website. The commission is looking into whether the electric utility in Arizona should be deregulated or whether to open the state’s electric supply to free market competition. Deregulation could affect the future of the Four Corners Power Plant, which in turn would affect Navajo Mine, which supplies coal to the facility, according to
Pat Risner, asset president of BHP Billiton, owner of Navajo Mine. He spoke to the San Juan County Commission during its regular July 2 meeting in Aztec. “We understand from APS that they will need to gain more clarity as to how the market will function, and if deregulation will proceed before they enter into the long-term agreements necessary for us to conclude our transactions to sign the agreements and ensure the power plant runs beyond 2016,” Risner said. Navajo Mine is supposed to supply coal to the plant through 2031, according to a coal sales agreement, but if the plant undergoes deregulation, the need for coal could be cut short. Despite a possible setback in the ownership transfer, Risner said BHP Billiton will continue to work out an agreement with the Navajo Nation. “Our intention is to move forward and get the agreements in place, and
wait for the (Arizona Corporation Commission’s)” decision on deregulation. County CEO Kim Carpenter said he heard a “rumor” that if deregulation occurred the APS Four Corners Power Plant would shut down. “But it doesn’t sound like that is fully the case. Are you saying until they get their hands around what the deregulation would comprise of they will evaluate their situation and then make a determination,” Carpenter asked. “It is our understanding the decision to proceed with retail competition or not is a significant factor in the (Arizona Corporation Commission’s) decision in entering into these long-term agreements,” Risner said, adding that APS also is considering whether it will buy out the ownership of Southern California Edison in Units 4 and 5. Four Corners Power Plant has five units that provide
coal-fired electricity to Arizona, California and Nevada. Southern California Edison owns 48 percent of the shares in Units 4 and 5, and if APS purchased those shares the company planned to shut down Units 1, 2, and 3, according to Risner. While the plant’s future remains uncertain, Risner said APS intends to run all five units at APS until BHP and the Navajo Nation complete the proposed sale of Navajo Mine. Risner added it is important to complete the mine’s ownership transfer, because Four Corners Power Plant and Navajo Mine will generate $5.6 billion for San Juan County’s economy between 2016 and 2031, according to a recent study conducted by the business school at Arizona State University. Navajo Mine employs 400 workers, of which 85 percent are American Indian. The mine has been operated by BHP Billiton for 50 years.
A building that formerly housed the San Juan County District Attorney’s Office has been a “thorn in the county’s side” since it was purchased from Jerry Clayton in early 2001. The 18,000-sqaure-foot building at 710 E. 20th St. was Clayton’s offices for his Thriftway Corporation, prior to being sold to the county. After a July 2 county commission vote, the county will schedule to have the building demolished.It was built in 1978 and had several problems including leaking roofs and broken water pipes. Commissioner Keith Johns said the county had to spend more than $13,373 for utilities and maintenance on the structure, which was appraised in December 2012, for $80,000. The county also tried to sell it twice, but was unsuccessful. “Each time we had no takers,” County Deputy CEO Linda Thompson said. “We had a couple of people look at it” but “once they saw the condition of the building and we disclosed to them the collapsed sewer line and condition of the roof, they were not interested.” There also is asbestos in the building’s tiles that needs to be removed, Thompson said. Commissioner Jack Fortner wanted to know if there would be value in repairing the structure.
“I don’t know if our maintenance (department) priced that out, but I think that was taken into consideration when the appraisal was initially done, which is why the facility was valued so low,” Thompson said. Johns wanted to know if a buyer might be interested in purchasing the property for the value of the land, which was appraised at $260,000. Thompson said that while no one wanted to purchase the building, there was interest from potential buyers wanting the land, once the building is removed. The building was vacated in January, after the District Attorney Rick Tedrow moved his offices into a new building at 335 S. Miller Ave. This was a project Tedrow began working on when he took office more than 5 years ago. The new building was located in the Metropolitan Redevelopment Area of downtown Farmington to help in the revitalization of the community south of Broadway. The old building is now set for demolition at a cost to the county of approximately $70,000. “We would hire an engineering firm to come in and evaluate the best way to (demolish the building) so we would have minimal impact on surrounding neighbors,” Thompson said, adding that the cost includes hiring an engineering firm and disposal fees.
Negotiations begin City in talks to acquire power from PNM DEBRA MAYEUX Tri-City Tribune Four owners of Unit 4 at PNM’s San Juan Generating Station want out and are willing to give away 119 megawatts of coalfired power. The Farmington Electric Utility wants in on the deal and began negotiating with three California entities and Tri-State Generation, out of Colorado, to acquire 65 megawatts of the 119 available. The city of Los Alamos and a Utah-based power company will take the rest, if the negotiations go as planned. This was the message Jim McNichol, of the Farmington Electric Utility, gave the Farmington City Council during a July 2 work session at city hall. “Those owners are looking for a clean break,” McNichol said. “We believe if Farmington didn’t pursue this opportunity, someone else will.”
San Juan Generating Station, owned and operated by Public Service Company of New Mexico, will go through major changes in the next five years. The company entered an agreement with the state of New Mexico and the Environmental Protection Agency
to retrofit two units with Selective Non-Catalytic Converters, SNCR, and to close down Units 2 and 3 by 2018. This is being done to meet the Best Available Retrofit Technology, or BART, to cut down on the area’s regional haze. As the plant moves toward
these changes in operation, the California owners need to pull out, along with Tri-State Generation. California will no longer be able to purchase coal-fired power, because of state law, and Tri-State is diversifying its portfolio by focusing on natural gas fired power. McNichol said these entities need to get out of the plant, and therefore Farmington will be able to acquire 65 megawatts at “zero” cost to the city. “We are not constructing a new plant; there won’t be any fees or transaction or financial closing costs.” This would increase the city’s ownership in San Juan Generating Station to 20.2 percent, which would come with some financial responsibilities, including paying a portion of the SNCR upgrades and having to pay for the decommissioning of the plant when it closes. “A big topic is eventual plant decommissioning. There will be
costs associated with that, there will be liabilities associated with that,” McNichol said. Electric Utility Director Mike Sims added that the decommissioning would most likely be less than $40 million and the city’s share would be around $900,000. “It’s not huge.” There also are costs associated with paying for the power. Although the ownership would be free, the city would still have to pay anywhere from $200 to $400 per kilowatt hour. “In aggregate we still believe the range of $200 to $400 kilowatts is a good number,” McNichol said. Councilor Gayla McCulloch said she thought the entities should pay the city take over the 65 megawatts. “I would hope instead of these people wanting out and going away with nothing – I would hope they would walk away paying us to take the liability. I hope we maintain a bullish seat
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Bisti Writing Project helps educators improve skills DEBRA MAYEUX Tri-City Tribune It’s for teachers who write and writers who teach, and the Bisti Writing Project has been going strong since 2005 when it became an independent affiliate of the National Writing Project. The Bisti Writing Project was developed by local educators who wanted to improve writing in the schools while working on their own writing. The group puts on a summer writing institute each year with the hope of encouraging teachers to become better writers so that they might instill a love of writing in their students. There were approximately 20 teachers who gathered for four weeks in the San Juan College Cultural Center to hone their writing skills, share with other educators and develop outreach programs that will continue throughout the school year. The goal was to work on their own writing, work in writing groups, read professional books and share best practices, according to Vicki Holmsten, an English professor at San Juan College and founder of the Bisti Writing Project. “When you write alongside your students it changes the whole experience,” said Frances Vitali, another writing project coordinator. “Writing is a very powerful art.” Vitali, who works at
Frances Vitali, a UNM professor and coordinator of the Bisti Writing Project, speaks to educators about the importance of writing with a purpose during the June 28 meeting of the group at the San Juan College Cultural Center.
UNM, encouraged the educators to teach their students to write with purpose. “The more we can make writing an extension of who you are, it is writing with a purpose. You have a voice, and it is courageous,” she said. The four-week course focused on writing with purpose and teaching children to write daily through journals or school projects. Vitali told the teachers to approach writing from a natural purpose as a joy. “Teachers figure out relationships with writing, and it will help children learn to use their voice,” she said. There were educators from
all over the Four Corners including Durango, where Tiffany Mapel teaches elementary school and said the writing project excited her about the upcoming school year. “I enjoyed this fourweek writing conference and I’m sad it had to end,” she said, adding this gave her new ideas to improve her “stagnant” writing. The teachers take the writing skills they have honed throughout the summer into the classroom and encourage the children to write. It follows the new Common Core Standards developed by the local school districts and it helps students learn to ap-
preciate writing, whether it is for fun in a journal or for a non-fiction term paper. In order to accomplish this goal throughout the school year, Coila King, Jennifer Choate and others who participated in the writing project will write a grant request for $20,000 to develop a writing partnership with Blanco Elementary School. The purpose would be to empower and engage teachers in writing, so that they might involve children in writing each day. “This will be a pilot project so the Bisti Writing Project can build a relationship with the schools,” King said. “It
has a broad purpose that is a much needed one.” Choate added that it “also will help teachers do placebased education.” Another new project affiliated with this one will be three tech conferences on Sept. 14, Dec. 7 and Feb. 22 at the CATE Center in Farmington. “What we are trying to do is we are trying to take something and work with a group of teachers so they understand it and use it in their classroom,” said Jillian Kennard, who is working on the tech conferences. These will be fee-based as a way for the writing project to raise funds to continue operating. Those instructors who get involved in the tech conferences also will have an opportunity to visit a collaborative website developed as an educational tool. A third project will consist of monthly workshops fo-
The coal contract between PNM and BHP ends in 2017, which is one year before Farmington would take over ownership, Sims said. “We have been in talks with BHP for years in anticipation of the expiration of this contract. PNM and the owners have options, outside of what BHP might be willing to negotiate with us or not,” he said, adding that one of those options
is “confidential.” As far as water, Sims said the need for water will be reduced by 50 percent because two units will be shut down. Mayor Tommy Roberts also asked about the availability of coal with the Obama Administration’s recent stance against the fossil fuel. “There’s been a lot of press recently on what the
president came out with potential new environmental regulations on existing and new coal fired power plants. This is nothing new. The president ran on this platform in 2008,” Sims said, adding that Congress did not pass the Cap and Trade bill and would not likely allow for further reductions in carbon emissions. “He (Obama) is somewhat limited – there are laws that restrict the EPA from imposing regulations that cannot be met.” Councilor Dan Darnell wanted to know if the state of New Mexico or the Federal government might place a mandate on municipalities with regard to what type of power generation is in their portfolio. “We don’t anticipate it, but it is something that could happen,” Sims said. Councilor Jason Sandel said he heard from two Public Regulation Commissioners that mandating a diverse electric portfolio could be coming. Sims stated that would be “difficult” to do. Sandel, however, pressed the issue, pointing out that a study completed in 2012
by Pace Global showed the city would be better off by diversifying its electric generation to include less coal and more natural gas and solar. Pace Global representatives, however, were at the July 2 meeting and stated that they changed their mind on that issue, “because there is an opportunity to acquire it at zero costs. The cost is zero on a purchase basis, but there is a $500 kilowatt cost on it,” said Pat Augustine with Pace. “The impression I have is we went and sought out a study to justify our position,” Sandel said. “Six months later we hear (from Pace Global), ‘Coal is OK, as long as we can add natural gas to it.’ My concern is that we wanted the results that we got and justified the position that we take.” Gary Vicinus, also of Pace Global, stated his company’s opinions are independent. “We have been asked to look at options and work to create options with a completely independent view. The analyses and conclusions of our analyses have always been ours,” he said, adding that
Jillian Kinnard, left, listens to Stephanie Jaquez, right, speak about the Bisti Writing Project’s Technology Conferences, which will be offered three times during the 2013-2014 school year. Both were participants in the four-week Bisti Writing Project seminar at San Juan College.
cused on the Common Core Standards. Holmsten said this is the first year the writing project has developed activities outside of the summer venue. It is being done to allow the Bisti group to branch out, raise awareness and raise funds to continue. The Bisti Writing Project had been funded annually with a $47,000 grant from the National Writing Project. That funding went away this year, so the founders are developing the outreach programs as a way to continue, according to Holmsten. There also are opportunities for the public to support the program through donations and grants to the San Juan College Foundation. All of the educators who have been involved in the writing project tout its importance and how it inspires them to live as writers, work as teachers and create future writers in America.
the conclusions were reached independently with no pressure in coming up with an answer.” Sandel stated that he is in favor of natural gas-fired power and believes the city ought to build a natural gas plant and say that the natural gas needs to come from San Juan County. “Yes we need power, but the risk of coal is tremendous. We went down the road that we need to build natural gas and we need renewable. I don’t think this is surprise to us, I think we realized that it would be available once all of these bad deals were made. It’s time for us to commit to a future. This is an energy conversation going on across the U.S.,” he said. Darnell compared the quest for power as an “incredible journey,” when he made the motion to continue negotiations for PNM’s 65 megawatts. McCulloch seconded the motion, which was approved on a three-to-two vote, with Sandel and Fischer voting against the plan. Roberts broke the tie vote, in favor of the negotiations.
PNM at the table. I am very much for us aggressively negotiating this,” she said. Councilor Mary Fischer asked about the cost of coal, whether that would increase if BHP pulls out and shuts down San Juan Mine. She also wanted to know if PNM had secured water rights from the Jicarilla Apache Tribe for continued operation of the power plant.
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calendar ONGOING EVENTS BIRD WATCHING RIVERSIDE NATURE CENTER Enjoy bird watching and a beautiful walk through Farmington’s riverside trails every Tuesday morning. More than 100 species of birds have been noted throughout Animas Park and new birds fly in each season. Meet at the Riverside Nature Center, located in Animas Park off Browning Parkway, to join the friendly RNC staff for leisurely walk of 1to 2 miles. Information: 505.599.1422 or www.fmtn.org/museum GREASE, OUTDOOR SUMMER THEATER Come experience live local theater in a beautiful natural sandstone amphitheater. Performances are held Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., June 20 through Aug. 3, at Lions Wilderness Park. Concessions available onsite or bring a picnic and eat before the show. Information: 877.599.3331 or www.fmtn.org/sandstone SUMMER TERRACE SERIES The Farmington Museum hosts outdoor concerts Saturday nights throughout the summer. Concerts begin at 6 p.m. and are held at the Farmington Museum on the picturesque terrace next to the river at the Gateway Park Museum & Visitors Center, 3041 E. Main St., through August. Call for performance schedule. Information: 505.599.1174 or www.fmtn.org/museum MUSIC IN THE WINERY’S COURTYARD Enjoy live music & great wine at Wines of the San Juan from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. ever y Sunday from May through September 22. Wines of the San Juan is located at 233 Hwy. 511 in Turley, N.M. Information: 505.632.0879 o r www.winesofthesanjuan.com TGIF Grab some lunch and listen to live music and relax on your lunch break, at Orchard Park in Downtown Farmington, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Friday after noon, June through July 29. Three Rivers Eatery & Brew House will sell burgers and hotdogs. TGIF is a Farmington Downtown Association and City of Farmington Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Affairs event. Information: 505.599.1419
FRI JULY 12 POETRY PICNIC Bring a picnic supper and eat in the garden at 6 p.m. There will be a program of poetry for about 20 minutes, and then stay to walk in the park and through the Riverside Nature Center Xeriscape Gardens.
Information: 505.599.1422 CROWNPOINT RUG AUCTION 300 to 400 hand woven Navajo rugs are auctioned off each month at the Crownpoint Elementary School, 72 miles south of Farmington on Hwy. 371. American Indian arts and crafts vendors will also be onsite. Auction is sponsored by the Crownpoint Rug Weavers Association. Rug viewing from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., auction begins at 7 p.m. Information: 505.785.7386, 505.610.6797 and Christinae2011@Live.com
SAT JULY 13 THE ANNUAL ANIMAS RIVER BLUES FESTIVAL Blues, Brews and BBQ at Riverside Park in Aztec from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Information: 505.330.4616 or www.animasriverblues.com
SAT JULY 20 31ST ANNUAL LAND OF ENCHANTMENT ROD RUN From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., join the Nor thern New Mexico Street Rodders in Historic Downtown Farmington for their annual Rod Run block party. Hot cars under the stars, great entertainment and lots of food! Information: 505.599.1419
WED JULY 24 HEATHER MCGAUGHY CHILDREN’S SUMMER THEATER PRODUCTION Experience live theater performed by local children in the beautiful natural sandstone outdoor amphitheater at Lions Wilderness Park, 5800 College Blvd. Performance star ts at 7 p.m. and is the culmination of a summer theater children’s workshop. Information: 505.599.3331 or www.fmtn.org/sandstone
FRI JULY 26 POETRY PICNIC Bring a picnic supper and eat in the garden at 6 p.m. There will be a program of poetry for about 20 minutes and then, stay to walk in the park and through the River side Nature Center Xeriscape Gardens. Information: 505.599.1422
FRI JULY 26 – SAT JULY 27 THE ANNUAL INDIAN MARKET & FESTIVAL This annual festival includes singing, dancing, food and arts & craft vendors, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in Berg Park in Farmington. Information: 505.947.3332
EVENTS FOR ADULTS THE BONNIE DALLAS SENIOR CENTER 109 E. La Plata St. and 208
N. Wall Ave. Farmington, NM 87401 Information Numbers: Main Building: 505.599.1380 or 505.599.1390 Senior Center Annex: 505.566.2256 Senior Center Activity Center: 505.566.2288 The Silver Fitness Center: 505.566.2287 50+SATURDAY NIGHT DANCES 7 – 10 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity Center behind the Annex, 208 N. Wall Ave. July 13 - Off the Interstate July 20 - Grant & Randy July 27 - The Vintage People 50+ FREE WEDNESDAY DAYTIME DANCE 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Main Building, 109 E. La Plata St. July 17 – Country Jammers Info: 505.599.1380 50 +AARP DRIVERS’ SAFETY CLASS 8 a.m. – noon Friday, July 12 Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity Center behind the Annex, 208 N. Wall Ave. Discount on your insurance can be good for two to three years, check your policy. Cost: $14; $12 for card carrying AARP Members. Preregistration is required by calling 505.566.2256. Payment is due to the instructor on the day of class. ON-GOING CLASSES AT THE SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITY CENTER & ANNEX 208 N. Wall Ave. Call 505.566.2256 for more information THE SILVER FITNESS CENTER 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. & 13:30 p.m. Monday – Friday Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity Center behind the Annex, 208 N. Wall Ave. We feature exercise equipment that is extremely safe and easy to use. Perfect for improving your overall health, stamina, and range of motion. Cost is $20 a year. Call 505.599.1390 for more information. EXERCISE CLASS – WITH JEAN ELISE 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. or 1 - 2 p.m. Monday/Wednesday/Friday Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity Center behind the Annex, 208 N. Wall Ave. Cost: 50 cents per session. Are you losing flexibility and want more energy to do the things you enjoy? If so, this class is what you need to get back into a good exercise program. Work at your own level and build up to where you want to be. Call 505.599.1390 for more information.
DRAWING & CALLIGRAPHY 9:30 a.m. Tuesdays Bonnie Dallas Senior Center Annex, 208 N. Wall Ave. Bring your own materials and learn some new techniques. Call 505.599.1380 for more information. TAI CHI 9:30 a.m. Thursdays Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity Center behind the Annex, 208 N. Wall Ave. Tai Chi is a series of fluid movements that can help with balance, flexibility, and muscle tone. These gentle exercises will leave you feeling refreshed. Free to anyone 50+. Info: 505.599.1390 ZUMBA GOLD 50+ 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays Bonnie Dallas Senior Activity Center behind the Annex, 208 N. Wall Ave. Party on the floor with Latin dance music that will make you smile. This exhilarating exercise class will get you moving to the beat. Cost is $2.50 per session. Info: 505.566.2288 FARMINGTON RECREATION CENTER 1101 Fairgrounds Road Call 505.599.1184 for more information Monday through Friday, noon to 1 p.m., no charge – Walk Laps in the Gym Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. to Noon, no charge – Shuffleboard and Ping Pong ZUMBA Wednesday, 7 – 8 p.m. Saturday, 10 – 11 a.m. At the Farmington Recreation Center, with instructor Shirley Murphy, inter val-training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt the body while burning fat. Check out the website at www.farmingtonzumba.com. Info: 505.599.1184 JAZZERCISE Monday/Wednesday/Friday/S aturday, 8:30 a.m. Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday, 5:30 p.m. At the Farmington Recreation Center, with Jazzercise, in just 60 minutes you’ll tighten and tone with dance, yoga, Pilates, and kickboxing movements choreographed to fun music. This is your hour. Come try it out – 1st class is free. For more info call 505.320.5364 or 505.599.1184, or visit www.jazzercise.com LIONS POOL 405 N. Wall Ave. Call 505.599.1187 for more information ADULT SWIMMING LESSONS 7 – 8:30 a.m., noon – 1 p.m., 4 – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday
Adult Swimming Lessons will be offered at Lions Pool during lap swim. Four 30minute lessons are $20; eight 30-minute lessons are $35. Info: 505.599.1167. MORNING AQUACISE 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Monday – Friday SENIOR LAP* 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Monday – Friday MORNING SPLASHERCISE* 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Monday/Wednesday/Friday MORNING ARTHRITIS* 10:30 – 11:15 a.m. Tuesday/Thursday CROSS POOL* 11:15 am – noon Monday – Friday EVENING AQUACISE 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Monday – Friday Aquacise classes, $2 a visit *All adult aquatic exercise classes, $1.50 a visit FARMINGTON AQUATIC CENTER 1151 N. Sullivan Road Call 505.599.1167 for more information EARLY BIRD SPLASH 8 – 8:45 a.m. Monday/Wednesday AQUA JOGGER 8 – 8:45 a.m. Tuesday/Thursday Classes are $2.50 a visit SYCAMORE PARK COMMUNITY CENTER 1051 Sycamore St. Call 505.566.2480 for more information DO YOU SAVE BOX TOPS? Please save your box top labels which can be found on office supplies and all General Mills foods. Bring them to the Sycamore Park Community Center to help us earn free recreational supplies. Please call us with any questions at 505.566.2480. BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF SJC Want to help a “Little?” Sycamore Park Community Center is par tnering with Big Brothers Big Sisters. Find out more. Call 505.566.2481 SENIOR FITNESS 9 – 10 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays Senior Fitness is offered at Sycamore Park Community Center through the San Juan College ENCORE program. Info: 505.566.2481 COMMUNITY LINE DANCE CLASS 6 – 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays Floread Hodgson is teaching
a free line dancing class each Tuesday from 6 – 7 p.m. at Sycamore Park Community Center. You will enjoy lear ning different line dances and have a lot of fun along the way. Info: 505.566.2480 FIT CLUB 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays Join Nexal Flores-Baez for the free community Fit Club fitness class at Sycamore Park Community Center. This is a great cardiovascular workout that is sure to get your heart pumping! Info: 505.566.2480 -8111 SAN JUAN COUNTY VICTIM IMPACT PANEL Doors open 6:30 p.m., presentation begins 7 p.m. Thursday, July 18 Sycamore Park Community Center, 1051 Sycamore St., is home of the San Juan County Impact Panel. Visitors are welcome at no cost. If you need additional information or have questions, please contact Carol Kohler, coordinator at 505.334.8111 or 505.566.2480 COMMUNITY YARD SALE AND CRAFT FAIR 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Get a booth and mark your calendars for Saturday, Sept. 7 Join us for the Sycamore Park Community Yard Sale and Craft Fair. Booths are $10 per table for both the yard sale and craft fair. This will be an outdoor event. Bring the family and enjoy a fun day in the park. Info: 505.566.2480 FARMINGTON MUSEUM 3041 E. Main St. Call 505.599.1174 for more information www.farmingtonmuseum.org FARMINGTON MUSEUM EXHIBIT TOURS By appointment Let an experienced docent at the Farmington Museum be your host for guided tours of the permanent and visiting exhibits. Tours are FREE and available to the public by appointment. Any size group is welcome! Call 505.599.1169 for more information about the Museum’s current exhibits or to schedule a guided tour. SUMMER TERRACE MUSIC SERIES 6 – 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, June – August Join the Farmington Museum at Gateway Park each Saturday evening during the summer months for some live, local entertainment at our 10th Annual Summer Terrace Music Series. Admission to this program is FREE. Don’t forget your folding chair and dancing shoes. Info: 505.599.1174 July 13 – Grant & Randy July 20 – Gypsyfire July 27 – Donny Johnson
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Shelly ready to OK emergency drought declaration WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – Navajo Nation President Ben Shelly said he is ready to sign an emergency declaration regarding drought conditions on the Navajo Nation after an Emergency Commission Meeting approved an emergency declaration. “We need to help our
people right now. We have wells that are dry. We have livestock that are thirsty and crops that are in dire need of water. Declaring this emergency will release emergency funding for chapters to take care of needs they see in their communities,” President Shelly said.
According to tribal precipitation statistics, Western Agency is about 65 percent below normal precipitation amounts this year, while Fort Defiance Agency is about 63 percent below normal. Northern and Eastern Agency are about 55 percent below average, while Chinle Agency is
about 30 percent below average precipitation levels. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration officials expect above normal temperatures to continue through the summer months with below average precipitation. The emergency declaration is being drafted and
is expected to be signed soon. “We are going to do everything we can to ensure that we deal with drought conditions (in ways) that are consistent with the ramifications of the Navajo government. Also, declaring an emergency will allow us to appeal to President
Obama for funding,” President Shelly said. President Shelly added that everyone needs to help conserve water. “We are in this together, so we all need to conserve water. Our livestock and crops will be depending on our conservation too,” President Shelly said.
Traveling with pets The trip doesn’t have to drive you crazy With their own seatbelts, luggage and collapsible food and water bowls, our pets are now, more than ever, ready to travel with us. So, what can you do to insure that your pet will arrive safely and ready to enjoy your vacation? According to a survey of pet owners by the American Animal Hospital Association, or AAHA, more than 53 percent of dog and cats will travel with their owners. With the upcoming busy travel season, what are the best ways of traveling with your best friend? Of the four major travel choices that Americans have, pets are not allowed to travel on half of them. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (www.avma.org), pets are prohibited from traveling by bus or train in most states. That means that our friends will either be flying the friendly skies or rolling down Route 66 with us during
our time away from home. In both cases, there are many
and needed medications easily accessible during the trip.
simple things pet owners can do to insure their pet’s comfort and safety during the trip. It has been said that “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” For pet owners preparing to travel by plane or car, a few ounces of preparation and time will prevent future heartaches and frustration on the trip. First, make sure that your pet has proper identification on him or her at all times. This can be something as simple as an ID tag on his collar, but a more permanent solution would be the use of an implantable microchip. Next, make sure you have copies of vaccination records
You might even ask your family veterinarian for a recommendation of an emergency hospital near your destination. And finally, do your homework. Some airlines and travel sites may require a health certificate for your pet. This document must be dated within 10 days of the start of your travels. For pets that will be flying with owners, good communication with the airlines is a must. In all cases, your four-legged friend needs to be older than 8 weeks and weaned for at least 5 days. Most airlines will require the above-mentioned health certificate and all recommended
arriving at the airport early to insure the smooth checkin of your pet. Kennels that will be checked into the cargo area must be non-collapsible, large enough to allow the pet to stand, and have a leak-proof bottom covered with absorbent material. Be sure to check the weather at home and at your destination. Some specific breeds and individual pets may not do well, especially during the warmer temperatures of summer. Airlines may refuse to transport pets if the temperature exceeds 85 degrees in the cargo hold or is less than 45 degrees anywhere along the itinerary. American Airlines, for example, requires a veterinarian’s statement that the pet is acclimated to cold weather if the temperature drops below 45 degrees. Many owners are very worried about the safety of their pets in flight and during boarding procedures. Ac-
snake bite is to be aware of your surroundings and understand that while in snake habitat you might encounter a snake. The extension service recommends you wear long, loose pants and calf high leather boots in areas where snakes are to be
found. “Alert them of your approach by sweeping grassy areas with a long stick before entering. Never jump over logs, turn over rocks, put your hands in rock crevices, or sit down without first carefully checking for
snakes,” the Colorado Extension Service stated on its website. “Remember, rattlesnakes do not always shake their rattles before striking, so do not rely solely on your sense of hearing. If you are confronted with a rattlesnake, remain calm and
PAWSITIVELY PETS Darren Woodson
cording to the website, www.dryfur.com, the majority of accidents and injuries that happen to pets are the result of poor quality carriers or kennels that have pieces missing. Again, a few moments of preparation by the owner can avoid the loss or even the death of their pet. And for these owners who have contemplated sedation for their pets, the answer is a resounding NO! The AVMA, and the American Humane Association both agree emphatically that sedation during flight is a risk pet owners should not take. When you reach your destination, be sure you are aware of pet-friendly hotels and campsites in the area. Also, veterinary and animal experts recommend owners to be “considerate” and have a kennel or crate available. There are many sites online that can help you find lodging that allow pets. At www.petswelcome.com, over 25,000 hotels and other lo-
cations that allow pets are listed. For owners who will be camping with their dogs, veterinarians recommend the application of a topical flea and tick preventive to help avoid bringing home any unwanted guests. Just as with their owners, many pets are individuals and won’t accept the changes that travel brings to their lives. For these pets, having the name of a good local boarding or reliable pet sitter is probably the smartest idea. As always, your family veterinarian likely has information about local boarding facilities that he or she trusts with the care of your pet. So, as the busy travel season gets underway, remember that many problems and potential injuries can easily be avoided with a little bit of preparation and homework. Be sure to talk with your veterinarian about your pet’s special travel needs and what he or she recommends for traveling.
still at first, then try to back away slowly and carefully.” If bitten by a rattlesnake, it is best to remain calm – panicking will spread the venom more quickly. It is best to leave the snake alone and get to a hospital immediately. Most U.S. hos-
pitals stock rattlesnake antivenom, which will help, according to the extension service. If you come upon a snake within city of Farmington limits, animal control can be called out to assist in its removal.
snakes southern, central and eastern New Mexico; and the ridgenose rattlesnake, a threatened species found in a small part of the southwestern bootheel of the state, according to the NMSU Extension Service. The best way to avoid a
calendar HANDMADE FINE ART SHOW NOW – Saturday, Sept. 7 Come explore the artistic wealth of the Four Corners region at Handmade, the newest temporary art exhibit at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St. Admission to the exhibit is free. Please call 505.599.1174 for more information. HISTORY HIKE – GEYSER SPRING 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday, July 13 On the second Saturday of each month, through September, meet at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., for a fun and informative hike that explores the cultural and natural history of the Four Corners region. In July participants will have the opportunity to see the only true geyser in the state of Colorado. Space is limited. Register online at webtrac.fmtn.org or come into the Museum. The cost is $10 per person and includes transportation and lunch. This is an adults-only program. Info: 505.599.1169
AN ADVENTURE IN THE ARTS Saturday, July 20 – Saturday, Sept. 21 Great art is coming to the Four Corners! Jackson Pollock and Andy Warhol are just two of the many talented and famous 20th-century artists whose work will be featured this summer at the Farmington Museum, 3041 E. Main St., in the visiting exhibition, An Adventure in the Arts. Admission for this special exhibition will be $5 for adults, $3 for students with ID, and $2 for children over 2 years. For more information call 505.599.1174.
Join Donna Thatcher, Education Specialist, and other birders for bird watching from the Riverside Nature Center and a leisurely walk of one to two miles in Animas and Berg parks. Info: 505.599.1422
RIVERSIDE NATURE CENTER In Animas Park off Browning Parkway Call 505.599.1422 for more information Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sunday 1 – 4 p.m. Please note that Tuesday Birders begin at 9 a.m., October through March.
POETRY PICNICS 6:30 p.m. Fridays, July 12 & 26 Bring your picnic and favorite poems to the Riverside Nature Center in Animas Park off Browning Parkway on these summer Friday evenings to eat in the beautiful Xeriscape Gardens. Then stay for a short program of poetry readings. Learn about some poets new to you, and hear old favorites read aloud. Afterwards, you may enjoy
BIRD WATCHING 8 – 10 a.m. Tuesdays
BROWN BAG BIRDING Noon – 1 p.m. Thursdays Bring your lunch and join Riverside Nature Center staff and volunteers in the observation room to watch wildlife as we eat. Info: 505.599.1422
strolling in the park until sunset. Info: 505.599.1422. BIRD WALK 8 – 10 a.m. Saturday, July 13 Meet at the Riverside Nature Center, in Animas Park off Browning Parkway. The river parks are the home of over 135 species of birds, and we can see many of them on this morning walk. We may see some nests, and some young birds hatched here this year. Dress for a walk of about two miles, and bring binoculars if you have them. No dogs, please. Info: 505.599.1422 SUNSET AND MOONRISE WALK 8 – 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20 Meet at the Riverside Nature Center in Animas Park off Browning Parkway, for a walk in the river parks at sunset. Enjoy glimpses of wildlife and the cool evening breezes along the river by the light of the full moon. Our walk
will be about two miles, including a visit to the lighted Veterans Memorial. Info: 505.599.1422 BUTTERFLY WALK 10 a.m. - noon Saturday, July 27 Meet at the Riverside Nature Center in Animas Park off Browning Parkway to learn about butterflies and other insects on this “catch and release” walk of about one mile in Animas park. Learn what plants attract butterflies, what their caterpillars need as food, and how to identify some of our common species. We provide nets and containers for temporarily observing our insect discoveries. This is a program for all ages. Dress for the weather and for walking off the trails through tall grass. Info: 505.599.1422 FARMINGTON INDIAN CENTER 100 W. Elm St. Call 505.327.6296 for more information
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