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The future of Coal Carbon Road

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández, D-N.M., met with local leaders to discuss potential uses for the land adjacent to Coal Carbon Road on Aug 9. She also presented a check to McKinley County on Aug. 8 during the 102nd Annual Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial for improvements to Red Rock Park. She secured the $850,000 to revitalize and reinvigorate the park. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

CITY COUNCIL APPROVES WASTEWATER RATE CHANGE By Molly Ann Howell Managing Editor

he wait is finally over: the Gallup city council approved a wastewater rate change during their July 23 regular meeting. City staff recommended a 25% increase for fiscal year 2025, and then a 3% increase for the following four years, ending in 2029. The city’s goal with raising the wastewater rate was to try and balance replacing and repairing lines that are past their life expectancy – causing dozens of breaks around the city every year – with making the rate increase palatable to residents and business owners. City staff expect the rate increase to provide sufficient cash flow to fund debt payments as well as capital investment. PAY HOW MUCH

MORE? During the meeting, Gallup’s Chief Financial Officer Patty Holland estimated how much each Gallup resident would see their wastewaters increase by. She said the people who use the least amount of wastewater may see an increase of anywhere from $4 to $7 on each bill. Someone who uses a bit more might see a price jump of $10-$15 on each bill. And someone who uses a lot of wastewater could pay $20 to $25 more. Hol l a nd compa r e d the rate increase and the improvements the city will be able to make to the wastewater treatment plant with the additional money to buying and operating a new vehicle. “Your cost to operate your vehicle goes down when you buy the new vehicle,” she said. “Once you get it paid for, then it’s much

more efficient, it’s easier to maintain, and that’s what we’re doing. We’re asking for this [rate increase] so that we can buy that new ‘vehicle.’” Holland also took time

residents are paying $155. However, the low cost is putting Santa Fe in a difficult spot. The city’s wastewater system is failing, and now they’re having to take out loans to make

really hate to [do this increase], but I also look through the budget and I also see the struggles we have." Gallup Chief Financial Officer Patty Holland

to share what residents in other municipalities across the state are paying on a yearly basis. Gallup’s rate is the highest, with the average customer paying $336 a year. Rio Rancho residents pay about $226, people in Roswell pay $231, Farmington residents pay $288 and Santa Fe

the necessary improveme nt s . Hol l a nd s a id they’ve been in violation of multiple Environmental Protection Agency rules for years now, and the New Mexico Environmental Depa r t ment h a s now become involved. Hol l a nd s a id t h a t Gallup could be in a similar situation if the city doesn’t start making improvements to the wastewater system. “[Santa Fe is] kind of our future if we don’t realize that we need to invest in this,” she said. But there is a small light at the end of the tunnel for Gallup. The NMED has seen the city’s predicament, and offered to pay a loan of $21 million to help the city improve its wastewater system. The loan would have a 0% interest rate, and they’re also willing to provide a $1 million grant to help the city start investing back into the wastewater treatment plant. The only catch? NMED wants to see the City of Gallup increase its

water rates before they give them the money. Holland expressed how important the loan would be for the city. “I really hate to [do this increase], but I also look through the budget and I also see the struggles we have,” she said. “And this loan is the best opportunity we’re going to have for a long time. I really like having that. This is going to free up $20 million to start putting back into our system.” The average residence in Gallup has a ⅝-inch meter. Holland said the service rate is based on the size of the meter. According to the ordinance, a ⅝-inch meter would add a $10.40

increase to a resident’s bill. C U R R E N T PROBLEMS WITH THE WA STEWATER TREATMENT PLANT In an interview with the Sun, the city’s Water and Sanitation Director Clark Tallis explained the importance of the wastewater facility. “The wa ste that is produced by a residential home has the potential to be a health risk or danger to health,” he said. “If you look at history or even some places around the world, if we don’t contend with the wastewater there is potential to put some of the public at risk because

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Weekly DWI Report Staff Reports Featured DWI Tara Smith Aug. 1, 1:47 am DWI (Second) McK i n ley Cou nt y Sheriff’s Officers stopped a vehicle that was swerving across the road and arrested the driver, Tara Ann Smith, 31, of Gallup, for her second DWI. Deputy Aaron Marquez responded to a call near the intersection of Fifth Street and Highway 66. Deputy Frank Villa Jr. had advised officers of a dark SUV with a broken taillight that was swerving between lanes on Highway 66. Marquez drove to Four Corners Welding, 606 E. Hwy. 66, and found a vehicle matching the description that had been stopped

by New Mexico State Police. State Officer Matthew Williams h a d pu l led t he vehicle over for speeding. Metro Dispatch advised the vehicle’s insurance and registration were both suspended. Marquez met the driver, Smith, who said she was driving home after dropping off her sister. Smith repor tedly showed signs of intoxication including bloodshot eyes and smelling of alcohol. She also would not make eye contact with Marquez and denied drinking any alcohol. She agreed to take the Standard Field Sobriety Tests and then alternative tests. However, she performed poorly on

each test and blew a sample of .084 on a portable breath test. Villa arrived at t he scene a n d v e r i f ie d the vehicle as the one he saw swerving between lanes and the shoulder of traffic. Based on the investigation, Marquez placed Smith under arrest. She agreed to give a breath sample and was transported to the sheriff’s office for the breath test, where she posted two samples of .07. Smith was then transported to McKinley County Adult Detention Center and booked for DWI (second), failure to maintain lane, and no insurance or registration. Her pretrial hearing is set for Sept. 3.

Transporting a truckload of drugs SEMI-TRUCK DRIVER CAUGHT WITH OVER 500 POUNDS OF ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES Staff Reports

tr uck dr iver is facing drug trafficking charges after he was caught with a truckload of marijuana, cocaine, fentanyl, edible THC products, and psychedelic mushrooms. On Jan. 12, 2022, New Mexico State Police Officer Chaz Troncoso was dispatched to the Gallup Port of Entry after public safety officers stopped two men in a semi-truck. When Troncoso arrived at the scene he met with a transportation inspector, who told him he’d had the two men who were in the truck get out after he suspected they were transporting potentially illegal items. The co-driver of the semi-truck was identified as Terrence Hicks by his Texas driver’s license. The company the two men were allegedly working for was TC Logistics, LCC. According to Troncoso’s report, the transportation inspector found several black duffle bags. He had

Terrence Hicks Hicks, who was 46 years old at the time of the incident, open one of the bags because it allegedly wasn’t listed on the bill of lading, a legal document that’s issued by a transportation company to a shipper. It lists the type, quantity, and destination of the goods being carried. Hicks allegedly gave the inspector permission to take the duffle out of the truck. The inspector could reportedly smell the strong odor of marijuana coming from the bag when he went to open it. He found several vacuumed-sealed bags of marijuana inside it. But that wasn’t the only place the two men had been

hiding marijuana. In total 15 containers that were not on the bill of landing were unloaded from the semitruck. Almost 400 individual vacuum-sealed bags of marijuana were found in the containers, which varied from cardboard boxes to duffle bags. The officers also found edible THC products, cocaine, fentanyl, and some psychedelic mushrooms. In total, the two men had almost 500 pounds of marijuana inside the semitruck. There was almost 24 pounds of cocaine, almost 30 pounds of edible THC products, a pound of psychedelic mushrooms, and two and a half pounds of fentanyl. Hicks was transported to the McKinley County Adult Detention Center. He was charged with two counts of trafficking controlled substances. On Aug. 7, he was sentenced to nine years in prison, with two years of mandatory parole after his release from prison and five years of supervised probation after he finishes parole.

Name: Adoralenn Plante Age: 27 Arrested: Aug. 1 Charge: Aggravated DWI Status: Pretrial hearing on Aug. 20

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Name: Charlene Leah Tsosie Age: 18 Arrested: July 31 Charge: DWI Status: Pretrial hearing on Aug. 22

Name: Tristina Tso Age: 29 Arrested: July 30 Charge: Aggravated DWI Status: Pretrial hearing on Aug. 20 Name: Shanda Sherman Age: 48 Arrested: July 29 Charge: Aggravated DWI Status: Pretrial hearing on Aug. 29 Name: Luis Rene Escobar Lopez Age: 41 Arrested: July 29 Charge: Aggravated DWI (Second) Status: Pretrial hearing on Aug. 29

Gallup Police searching for two people in reference to Rio West Mall shooting Staff Reports

allup Police are trying to locate two men so that they can ask them some questions related to the July 26 Rio West Mall shooting. About, at 5:45 pm, Gallup Police officers were dispatched to Rio West Mall located at 1300 West Maloney Ave. in reference to a shooting. There was one victim that sustained a gunshot wound. At the time of the incident, eyewitnesses said a white car drove away from the scene of the shooting. That car has now been identified as a white Chrysler 200 with Arizona license plate V3A413. The vehicle ha s da mages to the front driver door. The vehicle is possibly owned by a man named Melric Nelson. The GPD is seeki n g i n for m a t ion on t he whereabout s of Nelson a nd a not her possible suspect named Colton Bahe. Bahe was reported as a missing

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Witnesses saw a white Chrysler 200 driving away from the scene of the July 26 Rio West Mall shooting. The vehicle is possibly owned by Melric Nelson. File Photo

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On Aug. 7, around 3:45 pm, Gallup Police Officer Victor Madrid was dispatched to the Walmart at 1650 W. Maloney Ave. around 3:45 pm after a man was allegedly caught shoplifting. When Madrid arrived at the scene he met with a store employee, who said he saw a man who was later identified as Kyle Marler place some items into an empty Monster energy drink box. Marler, 22, then reportedly went over to a self-checkout lane ans scanned the box, but not the items inside it. Store employees stopped Ma rler from exiting the store. They reportedly found a massager and an air duster can. In total, the items cost almost $150. When Madrid spoke to Marler he initially told him his name was Kyle Lee. But when he ran his name by Metro Dispatch, Madrid learned Marler’s real name. He allegedly had a no bond warrant out of t he McK i n ley County Magistrate Court. As Madrid went to arrest Marler, he asked him if he had any weapons or drugs in his pockets. Marler said he didn’t, but then he began resisting arrest by pulling away and trying to run. Madrid had to take him to the ground to get him to stop resisting. O nce M a rler h a d calmed down, Madrid searched his pockets and found a clear bag with a crystal-like substance inside it. He also had some folded-up aluminum foil. W hen Madr id wa s able to look at the items he fou nd on M a rler closely, he found 20 small blue fentanyl pills inside the aluminum foil. He had a total of three grams of methamphetamine on him as well. According to Madrid’s report, Marler was charged with two counts of possession of a controlled substance, resisting, evading, or obstructing an officer, conce a l i n g ide nt it y, a nd shopl i f t i ng. H i s

Gallup, June 13 On June 13, around 4:45 pm, Gallup Police Officer Gilbert Gonzales was dispatched to the alley behind Gallup City Hall after someone called Metro Dispatch and said two people were allegedly smoking drugs. W hen Gonzales arrived at the scene, he noticed two individuals sitting at the corner of a building. A man, who was later identified as Kyle Largo, had a tube in his mouth and he was allegedly smoking from a piece of foil. A woman was sitting next to him. As Gonzales approached them, Largo, 24, reportedly crumbled the foil and threw the tube. According to Gonzales’ report, Largo had several crumbled-up pieces of aluminum foil in his lap. There was also aluminum foil scattered around the area. Gonzales confronted Largo and told him he’d seen him smoking fentanyl. Largo tried to deny it, but he then shortly admitted that there was fentanyl inside a heartshaped container in his lap. Gonzales found three fentanyl pills inside. According to Gonzales’ report, another half-burnt pill was found in Largo’s pocket. Largo reportedly said he found the pills. He was charged with possession of a controlled substance. On July 9, Largo’s case was moved to Gallup District Court. His jury trial is scheduled for Nov. 11. However, this wasn't Largo's only drug charge. He was also caught smoking fentanyl on June 5. That case was moved over to district court on July 10. BREAKING WINDOWS Gallup, June 12 A man is facing multiple charges after he allegedly threw rocks at a local gas station’s windows.

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On June 12, around 2:45 am, Gallup Police Officer Iris Pinero was dispatched to the Love's Travel Shop located at 3380 W. Hwy. 66 after an employee called Metro Dispatch and said some property had been damaged. When she arrived at the scene she met the employee and a man who was later identified as Jarvis Canuto, 49. A Loves’ employee told Pinero that Canuto had walked into the business with a backpack on. He allegedly asked to use the phone, and the employee told him that they don’t allow the public to use the business’ phone. Canuto said he needed a ride. He then walked out of the business. Ten minutes later, the employee allegedly heard

a bang from outside. He went to investigate, thinking something had fallen. Then suddenly, a rock flew through the window. The employee said he saw Canuto grab the rock. Another employee said he also saw him throw the rock. According to Pinero’s report Canuto broke four windows, and it would cost the business about $6,000 to fix them. Pinero placed Canuto under arrest and transported him to the Gallup Police Department. During the drive, he began kicking her seat. After this, other officers helped her transfer him to a public safety officer van. During this transfer, Canuto’s wallet fell out of his pocket and the officers realized he’d given them a false name.

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Navajo Nation pays tribute to World War II veterans at Navajo Code Talkers Day event Staff Reports

INDOW ROCK, A r i z . — T he Navajo Nation commemorated its a n nua l Nava jo Code Talker Day at the Navajo Nation Fairgrounds on Aug. 14, honoring the contributions of the Navajo Code Talkers who played a critical role during World War II. This annual event honors the legacy of the Navajo Code Talkers and the significant role they played during World War II, while also recognizing the efforts of current Navajo leaders and community members in preserving their memory. The event brought together distinguished guests, veterans, and community members. In attendance from the 25th Navajo Nation Council were Council Delegates A mber Ka nazba h C r o t t y, C u r t i s Yanito, Shawna Ann Claw, Norman M. Begay, and Speaker Crystalyne Curley. T he cer emony bega n with the Posting of Colors by the Navajo Women Veterans Honor Guard, followed by the National Anthem performed by Miss Navajo Na t ion A my Na z ba h Begaye. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by students from Chooshgai C om mu n it y S c ho ol’s Navajo Language Class, followed by a solemn TapsGun Salute performed by the American Legion Post 112 from Leupp, Ariz. Lt. Gen. Michael S. Cederholm, Commanding Genera l of the F i r st Marine Expeditionary Force, del ivered t he key note a dd res s, a n acknowledgment of the bravery and ingenuity of the Navajo Code Talkers. “This is their day, this is our way of showing appreciation for the courage, sacrifice, and bringing honor to our language and culture,” Curley said. She also extended prayers to those in attendance, acknowledging the heavy hearts of family and friends of Code Talkers who have passed. The event featured numerous special guests including Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren, Ch ief Ju st ice JoA n n B. Jayne, New Mexico Deput y Secret a r y of Indian Affairs and former Speaker Seth Damon, former Navajo Nation Vice President Myron L i z e r, C o n g r e s s m a n Eli Crane, R-Ariz., and Navajo Nation Veterans Administration Director Bobbie A nn Baldwin. A mon g t he honor e d g uest s were w idows and family members of late Navajo Code Talkers,

Navajo Nation leaders, inluding Council Delegates Amber Kanazbah Crotty, Curtis Yanito, Shawna Ann Claw, Norman M. Begay, and Speaker Crystalyne Curley, celebrate two of the remaining Navajo Code Talkers in a ceremony in Window Rock Aug. 14. Photo Credit: Courtesy of OPVP

Navajo Code Talker and former Navajo Tribal Chairman Peter MacDonald speaks at the Aug. 14 event in Window Rock. Photo Credit: Courtesy of OPVP

The Navajo Code Talkers were crucial to the U.S. victory in World War II, delivering coded messages in their Navajo language that the Japanese could not decipher. Photo Credit: Courtesy of OPVP

ref lect i ng t he la st i ng impact of their sacrifice and service. The event also included a proclamation signing by Nygren, Curley, and Jayne honoring the Navajo Code Talkers and recognizing the national holiday established by President Ronald Reagan in 1982. Claw presented certificates of recognition to the Devil Pups Youth Program of America and stated, “The Devil Pups Youth Program was started because of the Navajo Code Talkers.” Navajo Code Talker a nd for mer Nava jo Tribal Chairman Peter MacDonald was in attendance and spoke about the power of the Navajo language, reflecting on his days in boarding school as a young student and paying tribute to the original 29 Code Talkers who helped to develop the coded language. “We were forbidden to speak our language in boarding school, but little did they know that it was one of the biggest weapons in the Pacific war,” MacDonald said. “We told everyone we were only radio men, not knowing the significant role we played in World War II.” The Navajo Nation continues to honor the enduring legacy of the Navajo Code Talkers, whose contributions during World War II remain a source of pride and inspiration. This annual event serves as a reminder of their invaluable service and the importance of preserving the Navajo language and culture for future generations.

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The ceremony included Posting of Colors, the National Anthem, a proclamation signing, keynote address, and walk from the President's Office towards Window Rock on Aug. 14. Photo Credit: Courtesy of OPVP

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MMDR Task Force receives report from the Navajo Nation Victim Witness Advocacy program missing persons. “There is a severe lack of personal accountability in reporting arrest INDOW ROCK, data and pursuing accuAriz. — During rate reporting,” she said, a regular meetreflecting the broader ing of the Missing and frustrations of many famMurdered Diné Relatives ilies within the Navajo Ta sk Force on Au g. Nation. 8, the Nava jo Nation T he M M DR Ta sk Victim Witness Advocacy Force is actively addressProgra m prov ided a n i n g t he s e concer n s update on the program’s recent accomplishments. Juanita Martinez, Principal Victim Witness Advocate for the Office of the by advocating for the MMDR Ta sk Force Prosecutor, provided an update on the Office’s progress since her appoint- expansion of the Victim Chair, Council Delegate ment on July 1 during an Aug. 8 Missing and Murdered Diné Relatives Task Advocacy Program. This includes securing addiAmber Kanazbah Force meeting. File Photo tional funding, hiring Crotty (Cove, Toadlena/ Deiandra Reid, whose more advocates, a nd T wo Grey H i l ls, Red employs three dedicated Valley, Tse’alnaozt’i’i’, Victim Witness Advocates sister Tiffany Reid has been enhancing coordination Sheepsprings, Beclabito, stationed in Chinle, Ariz., missing for 20 years, shared with other services, such Gadiiahi/To’Koi), opened Toh a ji lee, N.M ., a nd the emotional toll her fam- as behavioral health and the meeting by sharing Window Rock, offering ily has endured due to sys- law enforcement. The Task Force is also focusvictim advocacy resources round-the-clock support temic failures. “In those 20 years, we ing on improving interthat are offered on and off to victims. the Navajo Nation. Martinez highlighted found that she was purged agency collaboration and “I want to make sure the need for strengthened from the system early data sharing to ensure you’re aware of these communication between on, and it wasn’t until 15 that victims receive the resources because they victim’s advocates and years later that we found comprehensive support provide training, and I law enforcement agen- out. This should not have they need. “The path to justice think they could enhance cies when requesting and happened to her and to support for advocates in accessing police reports us," Deianira said, urg- and healing is long, but very rural communities,” that are crucial for pursuing the adoption of trau- through continued collabCrotty said. ing compensation claims ma-informed practices oration and dedication, we in working with families can make a real difference The discussions under- and legal proceedings. scored the urgent need for She announced plans of missing and murdered in the lives of those who a robust victim support to create a dedicated web- Indigenous people. have suffered,” Crotty said. system, especially for site for the program and Similarly, Stephanie “The voices of the families cases involving missing distribute informational Tsosie, representing the are driving these efforts, and murdered Indigenous brochures to educate the Davidson Tso family, and we are committed relatives. The meeting public about their rights voiced concerns about the to ensuring that they are brought together repre- under the Navajo Nation transparency and effective- supported every step of sentatives of the 25th Victims’ Rights Act of ness of managing cases of the way.” Navajo Nation Council, 2023. Judicial Branch, advocacy The meeting provided groups, and community a platform for affected stakeholders. families to share their Ju a n it a M a r t i ne z , experiences. Cindy Hayes, Principal Victim Witness who s e br ot her L e on Advocate for the Office of Hayes remains missing, the Prosecutor, provided advocated on behalf of an update on the Office’s victim’s families who are • On Aug. 26, 1791, M T V received h a t e • On July 1958, response to mailin“from the older progress since her appoint- frustrated by the unsolved John Fitch and 29, James the Soviet Union’s launch of its first ment on July 1. Martinez cases of their loved ones. 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To’Hajiilee Navajo Chapter President Jimmy R. Secatero brought attention to issues within the Veterans Administration, particularly issues regarding Diné veterans housing, during the Aug. 12 Budget and Finance Committee public hearing on the Navajo Nation Fiscal Year 2025 Comprehensive Budget at the Crownpoint Chapter. Photo Credit: Courtesy of the 25th Navajo Nation Council

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ROW N POI N T — T he Bud get and Finance Com m it tee held t he f i r st publ ic hea r i ng on the Navajo Nation F i s c a l Ye a r 2 0 2 5 Comprehensive Budget at t he Crow npoi nt Chapter on Aug. 12. Over 30 attendees participated in the public hearing. T he pu bl ic he a rings focus on gathering public input a nd concer n s f rom Di né citizens regarding the upcoming fiscal year’s comprehensive budget. The hearing was led by BFC Chair Shaandiin Parrish, with Vice Chair Carl Slater, and Council D e le g a t e s L o m a r d o A s e r e t , Nor m a n M . Begay, Amber Kanazbah Crotty, and Lester Yazzie actively engaged with community members. In her opening remarks, Parrish emphasized the significance of these hea r ings in ensuring that the voices of the Diné people are reflected in the Nation’s budgetary decisions. "Our goal with these public hearings is to ensure that the priorities of our communities are heard and integrated into the Navajo Nation’s pla ns," Pa r r ish sa id. “During this first public hearing, we received valuable recommendations, and I believe we aligned closely with the community’s needs." Attendees discussed the deteriorating infrastr ucture w ithin the Eastern Agency, particularly the condition of child daycare centers, preschool bu i ld i ngs, a nd s en ior cent er s. Community members expressed their frustration over the neglect of these critical facilities, underscoring the need for safe and well-maintained spaces for the Na t io n’s you t h a nd elderly. Slater addressed t hese concer n s by reaffirming the BFC’s commitment to infrastructure improvements. “We’re committed to prioritizing and securing the necessary resources to address these concerns, focusing on sustainable solutions,” he

said. “To that end, we are working with our executive branch programs to fulfill their obligations in relation to the capital improvement pla n under the Appropriations Act.” D u r i n g t he he a ring, officials from the Crownpoint and Church Rock Chapter Houses raised critical issues regarding the challenges in securing approvals for infrastructure projects, the need for increased funding for higher education, and the necessity of full-time maintenance workers to ensure the proper upkeep of chapter facilities. T o ’ H a j i i l e e Navajo Chapter P re sident Ji m my R . Secatero brought a t t e nt io n t o i s s u e s w it h i n t he Vetera n s Administration, particularly issues regarding Di né vetera ns hous ing. Secatero shared a story of a veteran’s family who was promised a new home by the Navajo Nation Veterans Ad m i n ist rat ion. T he vet er a n’s home wa s d e c o n s t r uc t e d , a nd the veteran has yet to receive a new home, leaving the family in despair. The impact of the COV I D -19 pa ndem ic on the Navajo Nation’s chapter hou se s wa s addressed by chapter of f icia l s who spoke a b ou t t he p e r s o n a l s a c r i f ic e s m a de by community members during the pandemic, with some still awaiting compensation for their contributions. Crotty acknowledged the resilience and dedication of these individuals, praising their leadership during such challenging times. The BFC is focused on integrating the input gathered from these public hearings into the final budget proposal, which is a nticipated to be presented to the Navajo Nation Council in September. There a re two remaining public hearings: one on Aug. 16 at the Chinle Chapter House and another on Aug. 19 at the Shiprock Chapter House. Both hearings will last from 10 am until 5 pm.

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Ebon Solar picks New Mexico for major solar factory INVESTMENT BRINGING PROJECTED $942 MILLION, OVER 900 JOBS Ebon Solar plans to construct an estimated 834,000-square-foot

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LBUQUERQUE – New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and Ebon Solar jointly announced an estimated $942 million investment in New Mexico’s solar industry on Aug. 7. Ebon Solar LLC (Ebon Solar) is a Delaware-based, U.S. solar cell manufacturing company. “We have succeeded in making New Mexico a global center for advanced energy manufacturing,” Lujan Grisham said. “Ebon Solar joins other leading companies in embracing New Mexico’s com m it ment to renewable energy, its talented, dedicated workforce, and the opportunities we provide for job training and tuition-free college.” ‘We welcome Ebon Solar. This is a company that wants to diversify its business mix and sees New Mexico as the place to develop its innovative solar technology and build a skilled, high-paid workforce,” Melinda Allen, president and CEO of the New Mexico Partnership, the nonprofit private marketing arm of the New Mexico Economic Development Department, said.

solar cell manufacturing facility in Albuquerque’s Mesa del Sol industrial development area, creating over 900 new jobs. “We are bringing in more opportunities for our families in industries that will help us build a sustainable economy and a sustainable city,” Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller said. “This means more high-paying jobs for locals as Albuquerque continues to become a leader in clean energy.” The significant greenfield investment for Ebon Solar’s New Mexico production complex is

aimed at developing beginningto-end advanced manufacturing

of solar cells. The Albuquerque Regional Economic A lliance (AREA) served as a key project management partner throughout Ebon Solar’s market evaluation process, facilitating numerous visits, interviews, and data analysis of the region as well as site selection support. “We are thrilled to welcome Ebon Solar to the market; it not only represents a significant capital investment and new jobs to the community but aligns with PNM’s sustainability goals,” Don Tarry, president and CEO of PNM

and the 2024 AREA Board Chair, said. “We are excited to support Ebon Solar with consideration of their Industrial Revenue Bond application because this is the type of advanced renewable energy manufacturing I want in my district, Bernalillo County, and our state. This project is also expected to bring over 900 new jobs to central New Mexico which is a huge win for the region,” District 2 Commissioner Steven Michael Quezada said. “Ebon Solar is proud to be an innovator in technologies that support renewable energy,” Ebon Solar CEO Judy Cai said. “The choice of Albuquerque for our investment aligns with our commitment to sustainable innovation, and New Mexico offers abundant solar resources, favorable renewable energy policies, and a dedicated, skilled workforce. These factors enhance Ebon Solar’s capital investment and production capabilities and make the City of Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, and the State of New Mexico ideal partners as we integrate into the clean energy market.”

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ANTA FE – Governor Michelle Lu ja n Gr i s h a m’s newly created Office of Housing aims to improve housing availability and affordability across the state. T he gover nor is now accepting applications for the team that will tackle these issues, including the position of Director of Statewide Homelessness Initiatives. A core part of the work of the Office of Housing will be to create a coordinated a nd strategic response to the growing number of unhoused persons, and the new Director of Statewide

MURDER | from A4 shoot her and the rest of his family. This was not the first time he had made such threats. Yazzie then shot and killed his father and his brother using the firearm. He admitted to

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of what they may come in contact with. So, we’ve got to be able to take that waste and transform it into a condition where it’s not harming the public or the environment.” One of the biggest problems with the wastewater treatment plant’s current situation is that a lot of the equipment is outdated – some of it was installed in 1972. City staff have been working with RBC Wealth Management, a company that helps organizations

Homelessness Initiatives will lead this important effort. “There is no single way to address the issue of homelessness but continuing down a path that has led to record increases in homelessness is simply not an option,” Lujan Grisham said. “The Director of Statewide Homelessness Initiatives will be an integral part of my administration as I do all I can to help provide housing to those who need it.” The Director of Homelessness Initiatives will be responsible for leading the development and implementation of a statew ide strategic approach to addressing

homelessness and its relationship to broader statewide housing strategies. That includes expanding access to a range of housing interventions including supportive housing and bridge housing solutions, and behavior health interventions. In addition, the Office of Housing is seeking people with experience in housing development,

programs, policy, regulatory frameworks, data, and demographics, among others. Rather than hire for specific positions, the talent-based hiring approach encourages applicants to explain how they want to apply their skillsets to the challenge of solving New Mexico’s housing crisis. The Office is especially seeking talented and innovative thinkers to build out a strategic approach for the State. The Office of Housing is led by Daniel Werwath, who joined the Governor’s office in January 2024 after having served on the Governor’s Housing and Community Revitalization Investment Council the

previous year. Werwath has over two decades of experience in affordable housing development, consumer housing services, housing planning and policy development in New Mexico and nationally. “The housing landscape has changed monumentally in the last few years, and it’s time for new models and new levels of coordination,” Werwath said. “The Governor is assembling an experienced team with broad expertise to develop innovative ways to combat the unprecedented housing crisis facing New Mexico.” Both listings can be found online at www. nm.gov.

being angry and aware of the risk of causing death and to intending to do serious bodily injury. A f t er k i l l i n g h i s father and brother, Yazzie turned the firearm on his sister, shooting her in her lower extremities approximately six times,

causing life-threatening injuries. He then fired shots at his mother, who was crawling on the kitchen floor trying to escape. Following the shootings, Yazzie went upst a i r s to ret r ieve a nother f irea r m a nd

more ammunition before returning downstairs and shooting himself. At sentencing, Yazzie faces up to 30 years in prison. Upon his release from prison, Yazzie will be subject to up to five yea r s of super v ised release.

The Gallup Resident A ge nc y of t he F BI Albuquerque Field Office investigated this case with assistance from the Ramah Navajo Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Caitlin L. Dillon and Jena Ritchey are prosecuting the case.

manage their financial goals, to determine how much money the city would need for the wastewater treatment plant’s repairs. Dur ing the May 14 meeting one of RBC’s Managing Directors Erik Harrigan told the council that about 10 months ago they had thought the plant would need about $90 million worth of capital improvements. After receiving some feedback, the city staff reconfigured that number and brought it down to $45 million. One of the biggest concerns is the wastewater

plant’s belt press machine. A belt press machine sorts through wetter solids and squeezes fluid out from them. The solids are then transported to a landfill. As of June 1, the roof of building where the belt press machine is housed was severely damaged, and there is now a giant hole in it. This makes it unsuitable for the workers, and for a while they weren’t allowed inside. Tallis explained what not having a proper building for the belt press machine means for the city’s Water and Sanitation

Department. “Having money sooner rather than later will help us reconstruct a belt press building,” he said. “If we continue to not have a belt press building that’s meant to control some of the environmental temperatures for that belt press, we’ll have to contend with freezing issues, which might be more difficult and more expensive than the wastewater treatment operation [itself].” The council ultimately approved the rate changes. And even though they didn’t do so until July 23,

the ordinance states that the rate change would go into effect at the beginning of Fiscal Year 2025, which started on July 1. As for a water rate, an outside agency is currently conducting a water rate study for the city. It’s not expected to be finished until the fall, but it will give the city some insight into how much they should charge different groups, such as businesses and residents. Once the study is complete, the agency will meet with the council to suggest appropriate rate changes.

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Giving Native students a step up SILVERSMITH TEACHES SKILLS TO PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES By Molly Ann Howell Managing Editor

t 19 yea rs old, Ly ndon Ts o sie had a choice: he could keep drinking and partying, or he could find a job. His mother had told him he couldn’t stay at her house anymore, so he found a job in Gallup as a stamper at a jewelry production center. “I didn’t know jewelry making, although I did take some classes in high school when they use to have that,” Tsosie said. “[But I] never really lea r ned a ny t h i ng i n there, I was a wild child in high school.” That wa s Tsosie’s first step into the jewelry-making business. However, his journey didn’t end there. He had many ups and downs before he could stand where he is today. T H E PI VOTA L MOMENT For a while, Tsosie Students gather around Lyndon Tsosie while he teaches a silversmithing lesson. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Lyndon Tsosie

Young Lyndon Tsosie poses for his high school senior photo. He took jewelry-making classes in high school, but didn't think of it as a career at the time. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Lyndon Tsosie

saw his jewelry-making as simply “tourist stuff.” He produced si mple stamp work for his day job, creating items that he felt lacked color and complexity. In his bedroom at home, he would create his true art. At the time, he wasn’t thriving with his artwork, instead he was simply surviving. But then, in 1992, he and his young daughter were walking around an Albuquerque shopping

mall when he walked into a bookstore and noticed a book titled Southwester n India n Jewelry. On his website Tsosie says that he was mesmerized by the book’s extradentary designs, the colors, and the layers of detail created by true Native artisans, master silversmiths who were doing work the likes of which Tsosie had never seen. The spark had been

lit, but Tsosie’s journey still had multiple twists and turns. He continued to struggle with alcoholism, until he finally became sober on May 2, 1995. To d ay, T s o s ie i s a n a w a r d -w i n n i n g , internationally known si lver sm it h w it h 32 years in the business, who produces his own shows abroad. He is the President of James & Tsosie, Inc. and the owner of The House of Stamps, where traditional Navajo made stamps are sold and seasonal Navajo stamping workshops are held, as well as Navajo stamping workshops for Senior Living communities. He is a n Ad ju nct I n s t r u c t o r fo r t h e Bachelors of A r ts in Silversmithing at Diné College, and the founder of the Coyote Canyon Rehabilitation Center’s Art Program for adults with menta l disabilit ie s on t he Nava jo Reservation. G U I D I N G F U T U R E GENERATIONS In 2023, he decided he wanted to take on a new adventure: helping

young Diné students learn about silversmithi ng. He created t he non-profit The Lyndon Fou nd a t io n , a nd it started taking students in June 2023. T he Fou ndat ion’s mission is to serve as an instructional resource to propel the minds of young Native American st udent s t owa rd a n oppor tune ca reer in the Arts. Tsosie said his main goal is to help the young artists become self-sustaining. “Our goal is to help within this region to help you ng Nat ive A mer ica n st udent s achieve a goal so that they don’t end up in a gas station or a car wash or on the street drinking or doing other negative things in their life that will affect them and the community in the long run,” Tsosie said. “Our goal is to teach them something valuable so that they can pursue their goals and become self-sufficient.” So far, Tsosie has taught three sy mp o s iu m s u n d e r t h e Foundation’s umbrella. Zefren A nder son signed up for one of the

earlier symposiums, and is a proud student of the Ly ndon Fou nd at ion. He is also a student at Di né College, where he is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Navajo silversmithing. In an interview with the Sun, he explained that his first venture into the art world was strictly in weaving. “ I ’m p r i m a r i l y a Nav a jo we aver, but my projects typically take six to 14 months t o c om ple t e , a nd I needed to diversify my career to draw in some income between projects,” Anderson said. “Silversmithing was a minor I could pick up while I was here [at Diné College].” Anderson met Tsosie through his silversmithing classes and decided to join the Foundation as a way to keep practicing his skill. “Lyndon has taught us that we can dig ourselves out of [any hole we find ourselves in], we can help each other,” A nderson sa id. “ The foundation’s help here will make all these students better philanthropists [and] make them

altruistic when it comes to art and their people and educating the next generation.” LOOKING TOWARD THE FUTURE Tsosie said he hopes to keep growing the foundation. One way he hopes to do that is by bringing in other silversmiths to teach classes so he’s isn’t the only one giving instruction and perspective. When an artist comes into town to teach a class, the Foundation will pay for their housing and provide them with a salary that would allow them to stay in Gallup for a few months. “We just want the foundation to grow and get bigger,” Tsosie said. “I want this foundation to be around longer than I’ll be on this Earth. I want this foundation to be like any foundation, like the Red Cross, or the United Way.” The Lyndon Foundation is located wi th i n th e Ho u s e of Stamps at 14 S. Bradley St. For more information about the non-profit, visit their website at thelyndonfoundation.org.

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Salad rolls filled with crisp veggies and shrimp, perfect for summer meals. it’s soft but still slightly firm (it will continue to soften while rolling). Lay the softened rice paper on a clean, f lat su r fa ce. T he se are stick y; you may wish to use parchment paper as your preparation surface. Word of advice: Rolling these takes a little practice. Don’t expect your first try to come out perfect. Remember, even the ugly ones are still delicious! In the lower third of the wrapper, place a small handful of vermicelli noodles, followed by a few pieces

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looked so authentic that cashiers would override their registers, allowing them to go through. The manufacturers apparently suffered losses of hundreds of millions of dollars, according to EW. None of the characters in the movie were exactly based on the real-life perpetrators or those involved in the investigation. Kristen Bell and Kirby HowellBaptiste, who both starred in the NBC comedy series The Good Place, played the fictional characters of a former Olympic gold medalist and a wannabe influencer, who both become counterfeiters. Singer-songwriter Bebe Rexha co-starred as a computer hacker, alongside Vince Vaughn (Bad Monkey) who portrayed a postal officer. *** Q: When is Chicago Med returning with new episodes? Are there any big changes in the cast? — F.W. A: NBC’s Chicago Med returns for its 10th season on Wednesdays beginning Sept. 25 at 8 pm ET, followed by Chicago Fire and Chicago P.D. on the same night. Dominic Rains, who played Dr. Crockett Marcel, has exited the show after five seasons, paving the way for two new characters. Sarah Ramos (Parenthood) and Darren Barnet (Never Have I Ever) joined the medical team as physicians. Meanwhile, season 12 of Chicago P.D. will welcome Toya Turner (New Amsterdam) as a new officer, and Dermot Mulroney (My Best Friend’s Wedding) will debut as the new chief on Chicago Fire, following Eammon Walker’s departure last season. Send me your questions at NewCelebrityExtra@ gmail.com, or write me at KFWS, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. © 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.

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Did Cameron Diaz completely retire from true thatQ: Mandy Patinkin acting? last thing I remember her in was the returning toThe“Criminal Is she ever coming back? — E.M. Wasn’tmusical he on Annie. the first seaA: A-list actress Cameron Diaz announced her got replaced? — K.K. retirement from professional acting in 2018, four years dy Patinkin two came full out, which was sadly conafter thelasted movie Annie a box-office bomb. She devoted the next several ons on sidered the hit crime drama to lifechoosing with her family Minds”years before to and appeared not to have plansthree. to workHe in Hollywood again. y on in any season had Cameron Diaz (Upcoming in “Back in Action” and “Shrek 5” But in 2023, she returned with a new project, a film ith the moral content of the with Jamie Foxx (her co-star from Annie) titled Back g that he never thought they in Action. While filming in Atlanta, Foxx collapsed on screens. to conduct such violent acts the set and endured a lengthy hospitalization. It was *** men “every every day, touch night, and go for a while, but Foxx fortunately survived. Q: I recently watched the movie Queenpins on week, Filming year after year.” resumed earlierHe this year, and Back in Action Netflix, starring Kristen Bell. Is the movie based York Magazine, “It was very on Netflix in November. is scheduled to be released on a true story, and was one of them really a forto my soul and my personDiaz is continuing to build her filmography with mer Olympian? — K.L. Outcome, filmwouldn’t written by, directed by and starring A: Yes and no. Queenpins, a buddy comedy that was worried thatahe Hillwas (Moneyball). She will follow this with voic- “takes coupon clipping to a criminal level,” according again, Jonah but he soon cast the role of Princess Fiona again in Shrek 5. After to Entertainment Weekly, is loosely based on a scam owtime ing drama “Homeland,” that, Diaz might to take another break, but if not, started by three women in Arizona who sold counterfeit was nominated for anwant Emmy Courtesy of Hulu we’ll be thrilled to see her back on the big and small coupons to purchasers in bulk. The fraudulent coupons arate occasions. Mandy Patinkin egna filled the void left by (“Criminal Minds”) when he joined “Criminal eason three. The show ended Jensen Ackles (“Supernatural”) will 2020 after 15 seasons, and a be returning for a few episodes. He was Criminal Minds: Evolution,” introduced later in the first season as n Paramount+, with Manteg- Hartley’s brother. Melissa Roxburgh ral other cast members of the (“Manifest”) is also expected to return as another sibling. So, in a way, you’re inkin, you might be confused getting to see Hartley in another family Jared Wes Todacheenie married Rayel Whitney Holys that he’s guest-starring on a drama. It might not be the same as “This an on Aug. 2 pisodes of an upcoming new Is Us,” but perhaps it’ll do. d “Brilliant Minds.” Zachary *** eroes”) stars as a neurologist Hector R. Escarcega married Sandra Christine CoIs “Severance” ever returnOliver Wolf, who is based on ing to Apple TV+? I know it physician and author Dr. Olichrane on Aug. 6 was delayed, but I thought they iant Minds,” Quinto’s Dr. started filming again. — D.J. a team of interns at a fictionYes, the second season of “SevTy Hanin R. Tsosie married Cassandra Megan Taylor ospital “as they explore the erance” will premiere on Apple on Aug. 6 rontier — the human mind TV+ on Jan. 17, 2025. It’s still a long appling with their own rela- way off, but it’ll give you plenty of time nd mental health.” It will air to rewatch the complex but gripping first Scott Edward Brummitt married Mary Cosette Balok ginning Monday, Sept. 23, at season, in case you’ve forgotten all of on Aug. 8 the intricate details. Adam Scott, Britt Lower, Zach Cherry *** Send wedding announcements and birth and death and John Turturro will all be back as the Justin Hartley’s new notices to gallupsuncirculation@gmail.com w coming back with new severed workers, along with some new faces like Bob Balaban (“The Chair”), his fall? I still miss “This Gwendoline Christie (“Game of t I’m happy if he’s on my Thrones”), and Alia Shawkat (“Arrested less. — D.A. Development”). there will be a sophomore Send me your questions at on of “Tracker” on the CBS NewCelebrityExtra@gmail.com, e, but not until Oct. 27. Justin or write me at KFWS, 628 Virginia urns as an “experienced surDrive, Orlando, FL 32803. ho travels the country using © 2024 King Features Synd., Inc. help solve crimes, including sons cases.

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his feature from 20th Centu r y St u d io s op e n s exclusively at theaters on Saturday, Aug. 17. The “Alien” franchise is one of the biggest in horror movie history. The original classic has spawned numerous follow-ups of varying quality. Personally, I really appreciated the first two films in the series, as well as Prometheus (a follow-up which still divides fans). It has been seven years since the less-engaging Alie n: Co v e n a nt , but now the latest chapter is finally arriving at theaters. Alien: Romulus takes things back to basics, at least to some degree. The cast is tiny and the setting is more claustrophobic than the previous few chapters. While the end result isn’t perfect, this is a tense effort that delivers a lot of what initially drew fans to the series. S et b et we e n t he events of the first and second Alien pictures, the plot follows Rain C a r r a d i n e (C a i l e e S p a e n y) , a y o u n g

‘Alien: Romulus’ returns to the basics Cailee Spaeny plays Rain Carradine, a young woman who has lived her entire life on a planetary mining colony run by the sinister Weyland-Yutani corporation in “Alien: Romulus.” She joins a crew who discovered an abandoned space station and plot to scavenge valuable parts from it before it is destroyed by icy, rocky rings sweeping around the planet. But after boarding, they discover much more than they bargained for. Photo Credit: Courtesy of 20th Century Studios woman who has lived her entire life on a planetary mining colony run by the sinister WeylandYut a n i cor por at ion. With her father now deceased, Rain devotes most of her time to protecting a surrogate brother of sorts named Andy (David Jonsson) and working enough hours to allow her to leave the colony. When she discovers that Weyland-Yutani has no interest in letting her go, she makes alternate plans with associate Tyler (Archie Renaux) and his crew. They have discovered an abandoned space station and

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heart of the film. And when the time comes to take a stand, use her wits and fight back, the performer sells it convincingly. W h i le some have called this film a standalone sequel, it is not the case. Alas, the story doesn’t answer all the questions raised in the previous chapter. But for those familiar with the first Alien, there i s a m a jor con nec tion that results in the unexpected return of a familiar visage. The ar tificial technology used to bring this figure back is not always convincing, but the jarring appearance isn’t as hard to accept as it could have been, especially given the nature of the revived standout. Of course, what the movie really excels at is thrills and action. Director Fede Alvarez s t a r t ed h i s fe a t u re career with the Evil Dead remake and the

remarkably effective Don’t Breathe, and his skill set ser ves this picture well. Despite taking place on a grand space station, this is a claustrophobic film with some striking visuals. The filmmaker hides the monsters in plumes of steam or conceals them in water, frequently jolting the viewer when they suddenly slither and appear. Even when the camera moves outside the orbiting spacecraft as it drifts closer and closer to jagged and icy planetary rings, it’s as distressing as it is epic and beautiful. A nd there are some chilling, graphic sequences that use the famous monsters in new and interesting ways. This includes the leads attempting a new way to avoid detection from the creatures, as well as a thrilling confrontation in zero gravity. In fact, the final 30 minutes are particularly wild (with

one notably ghastly and graphic development), delivering an intense finale as those attempting to survive the ordeal make their last stand. Ye s , fa n s of t he s er ie s shou ld ke ep their expectations in check. This certainly isn’t the best Alien film and it could have used a few more minutes ea rly on to develop supporting characters. But this is an effective, straight-forward science-fiction/horror picture that delivers plenty of jolts that will keep fans on the edges of their seats. In the end, it probably ranks somewhere in the middle of all the entries. Alien: Romulus keeps it simple, and thanks to its two leads and some wonderfully captured shocks, ma nages to keep the franchise from going stale. V I S I T : W W W. C I N E M A S TA N C E . COM

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or zucchini, sliced bell peppers, fresh basil and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Don’t forget the dipping sauces! Here are a couple of quick options: Peanut Sauce: Mix peanut butter with soy sauce, lime juice and a bit of water to reach desired consistency. Hoisin Sauce: Simple and classic, just serve straight or mix with a little sriracha for heat. R e m e m b e r, y o u can prep the fillings in advance and assemble the rolls just before serving to keep everything fresh. To serve, keep the rolls covered with a damp paper towel to prevent them from drying out. S o why not r ol l

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rolls: Shrimp & Avocado: Cooked shrimp (peeled and deveined), sliced avocado, lime juice for extra flavor. Tof u & M a n go: Firm tofu (pressed and sl iced), r ipe ma ngo slices, fresh cilantro. Chicken & Peanut Sauce: Grilled chicken breast (sliced), shredded cabbage, drizzle with peanut sauce before rolling. Pork & P ick led Ve g g i e s : C o o k e d pork (thinly sliced), quick-pickled carrots and daikon radish, fresh mint. Vegetarian Delight: Grilled eggplant and/

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4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray/DVD Roundup for August 16, 2024 By Glenn Kay For the Sun

elcome to another look at highlights arriving on 4K Ultra HD, Bluray and DVD. There are plenty of major releases appearing on disc, as well as notable independents and some exciting older features. So, if you can’t make it out to the movies this week or need to stay indoors for a few days, be sure to give one of these titles a try! B I G N E W RELEASES!

THE BIKERIDERS: This period drama is set in the 1960s is loosely based on true stories of the members of the Chicago-based Vandals Motorcycle Club. A photography student interviews various members of the group over a period of years and learns how the gang was formed, their aspirations as well as details about their members. It focuses on the relationship between one charismatic but fight-prone biker and his wife. Reaction was positive toward this feature. A small group of rev iews complained that, to them, the movie didn’t make a clear

statement about the gang or create enough memorable story moments. However, most thought the film effectively focused on characters, accurately depicting life in a motorcycle gang. They believed it also benefited from an amazing cast. This picture will be available as in a 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray combo set and as a standalone Blu-ray. It stars Jodie Comer, Austin Butler, Tom Hardy and Michael Shannon.

BONEYARD: The 2009 West Mesa murders in New Mexico are the inspiration for this crime drama. After the bodies of 11 women and one unborn child are discovered, the FBI are called in to help investigate. They team with the local chief of police to find the responsible party. It eventually becomes clear that the psychopath (whom the press give the nickname “The Bone Collector”) may actually be a member of law enforcement. Critics weren’t overly impressed with this title. A little more than one-third of them stated that while this wasn’t a big budget effort, it was well-acted and presented the general facts of the case in a compelling manner. More thought the film was exploitative, lacked

tension and didn’t deliver a satisfying finale. The cast includes Brian Van Holt, Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson, Mel Gibson, Nora Zehetner and Michael Sirow. C O C A I N E WEREWOLF: With a title like this, you can have no doubts about the tone of this picture. It’s a low-budget independent horror/comedy from Mark Polonia (Cocaine Shark, Amityville in Space, Sharkula) about a drug-addled young movie crew in the remote Pennsylvania woods shooting a horror picture. They are all shocked when an actual werewolf appears on set;. The beast presumably steals some nose candy and goes on a rampage. Apparently, this filmma ker, who i s k now n for working with Wild Eye P roduc t ion s, wa s approached by another production company and given more money on this effort. But as of this writing, no one has seen it and there are no reviews available. It i s d e bu t i n g o n disc and on streaming sites. It features Brice Kennedy, Yolie Canales, James Carolus and Marie DeLorenzo.

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actually a prequel detailing the past of Furiosa, a character from the previous entry. A young version of this character is introduced into the wasteland. After being kidnapped by marauders, she is forced to do anything she can to survive. Her difficult experiences ultimately turn her into a deadly warrior. This picture was well-received by the press. A small number commented that the movie didn’t have enough meat on its bones and was too long and meandering in comparison to its predecessors. Still, the vast majority thought that, while not quite as amazing as the previous installment, this was an excellent feature that expanded the Mad Max universe, delivering some of the best and most thrilling action set pieces of the year. Multiple versions of the title will be available, including a 4K Ultra HD only release, a 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray Steelbook, as well as a regular Blu-ray. It stars Anya Taylor-Joy, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Burke and Alyla Browne. THE H A NGM A N: Hoping to bond, a father takes his son camping in the Appalachian Mountains. The dad wakes up the next morning to discover his car won’t start and that his son has completely disappeared. Panicked, he searches the area and encounters a racist backwoods cult who have also summoned an evil demon to do their bidding. The protagonist must face off against the monster and locals to save his boy. This independent chiller hasn’t been seen by many a nd, t hus fa r, gen re rev iewers have given it mixed reviews. Most state that the concept is interesting and that the cast is strong, but that the finished product is tonally all over the place. Many specified that while the central father-son drama was effective, the horror elements didn’t make as strong of a strong impression. LeJon Woods, Mar Cellus and Ameerah Briggs.

IF: A child going t h r ou g h a p er s o n a l trauma suddenly gains the ability to see everyone’s imaginary friends. She discovers that one other seemingly human figure can see them as well. The lead introduces herself to the man and creatures, discovering the beasts have all been left behind because their young friends have all

grown up. Determined to help them, the girl sets out to help find these unique lifeforms new kids to pal around with. This picture split critics. Almost half called the movie a sweet and sincere tearjerker bolstered by good performances and fun visual effects. The same number and one or two more didn’t think that the humor worked or that the drama was compelling enough to truly engage them in the story. A few were also taken aback by some of the film’s unexpectedly heavy themes. This title will be available in either a 4K Ultra HD or Blu-ray edition. The cast includes Cailey Fleming, Rya n Rey nold s, F iona Shaw and the voices of Jon Krasinski, Phoebe WallerBridge, Steve Carell and Louis Gossett Jr.. IT’S A GOOD DAY TO DIE: Hoping to leave the mob for good, an assassin tries to remove himself from a mafia organization after his latest assignment. He ends up getting a ride from a stranger who works as a go-go dancer, and the two instantly make a connection. They decide to go on the run together and find themselves ensnared in a series of unexpected twists and turns while attempting to start a new life. This is a n Englishla ng uage th r iller from France that appears to be debuting on disc, as well as a video-on-demand title in this part of the world. Unfortunately, no one has seen it as of yet and so no write-ups are available. Those interested will simply have to take a chance on the film and hope for the best. Julie Dray, Daniel Lundh, Vassilis Koukalani, Jeanne Bournaud and Ana Adams headline the feature. JUNE ZERO: This international co-production between Israel and the U.S. was completed in 2022, but is only now arriving at theaters and on disc. Based on a true story and broken into three tales, the film examines Adolf Eichmann’s trial after World War II. Eichmann is notorious for organizing the Holocaust and ordering the construction of crematoriums. Viewers see various characters try to figure out how to enact justice on the man after his conviction. Reaction to the foreign-language picture was quite strong. A few d id n’t appreciate the darkly comic tone and didn’t think the film’s varied stories gelled together. Still, most called the film unique and stated that it asked many insightful questions. They admitted that some segments were better than others, but thought that the focus on individuals discussing various forms of retribution were intriguing.

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It features Tzahi Grad, Joy Rieger and Tom Hagi. THE MOUSE TRAP: You’ll recall that a year or so ago, the character of Winnie the Pooh went into the public domain. Almost immediately afterward, a low-budget horror film appeared that featured the character as a violent, monstrous killer. Well, that’s now also happened with Disney’s Mickey Mouse, at least, the character in its original “Steamboat Willie” iteration. A young woman celebrating her 21st birthday goes to an amusement park with friends, where they are hunted by a killer dressed like this early version of the famous children’s character. So far, genre critics have generally hated this independent horror picture. They suggest that the experience is similar to watching the Pooh film. They call it a quick cash-in on a famous figure with a poor story, shoddy production value and zero suspense. It stars Simon Phillips, Sophie McIntosh and Madeline Kelman. ON OUR WAY: Here is another title that was made a few years ago. It debuted on the internet and was made available to stream a year ago, but is only now arriving on disc. This independent drama involves a suicidal screenwriter grieving over the tragic loss of his girlfriend. Just before he is about to kill himself, a mysterious muse appears before him. She discusses his latest scr ipt a nd shows him that he actually has a lot to live for. There aren’t many reviews for the film, but those that have appeared online have been all over the place. A few have written that the picture is moving and does a nice job of examining grief. But just as many called the storytelling confusing and the final product cliched and uninvolving. The ca st i ncludes M icha el Richa rd son, Soph ie L a ne Cu r t i s, Jordana Brewster, Keith Powers, Franco Nero and Vanessa Redgrave. T H E PEO PL E ’ S JOKER: This independent effort begins with a legal disclaimer stating that it is using “fair use” guidelines to present a satire of DC comic characters. It is a coming-ofage film about a comedian grappling with gender identity who begins to see themselves relating more to a Harlequin-like figure than the Joker. As the person undergoes a big change, they must square off against a fascistic caped crusader. The picture was produced in 2022 but took some time to find a distributor. In fact, it was pulled from the Toronto Film Festival after its debut when Wa r ner Bros. threatened to sue. The issue appears to have now been resolved. Reviewers were positive about what they saw. Write-ups suggested that it is a very amusing,

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It’s also a busy week if you appreciate older titles. A r row Video is releasing the “Limited Edition” box set called When Titans Ruled the Earth on 4K Ultra HD (you can also purchase it as a standalone Blu-ray set). This release contains the remake Clash of the Titans (2010) and its sequel Wrath of the Titans (2012) both starring Sam Worthington as the Greek hero Perseus. In these titles the character squares off against various beasts and Hades himself. Besides the improved picture quality, the movies arrive with new interviews with the producer, as well as tons of featurettes (from earlier editions) on the productions, deleted scenes, publicity materials and more.

If you’re an enthusiast of 1980s European horror movies, you may be familiar with the following crazy gorefests that were produced by Dario Argento. Demons (1985) is being put out on 4K Ultra HD by Synapse Films, and it’s a wild one. A group of patrons are invited to a preview screening of a horror movie, only to find the monsters from the show crawling out of the screen and turning them into beasts. This admittedly stylish and entertaining bloodbath is full of overthe-top moments and graphic make-up effects. The new remaster has been taken from the original camera negative and includes the full-length original cut in English and Italian, along with the shorter U.S. version. There is a new film critic audio commentary, as well as an archived track with director Lamberto Bava, SPFX artist Sergio Stivaletti, the composer a nd a ca st member. Additionally, there is a new featurette on all of the films and T.V. projects produced by Dario Argento. If that wasn’t enough, all bonuses from the previous Synapse edition have also been included. A Blu-ray only version is also available. You can’t have one of these pictures without the other, so Demons 2 (1986) is also arriving on 4K Ultra HD (or Bluray). This one is set in an apartment complex and features the titular monsters coming out of televisions and creating

Gallup Sun • Friday, August 16, 2024 chaos in the building. It isn’t quite as intense as the original, but comes pretty darn close and features more inventive demonic mayhem. Like the first title, the picture has been remastered in 4K from the original camera negative. You’ll get a new film historian commentary, a recently recorded visual essay on the use of space and technology in the movies, and all previously released bonuses. Cauldron Film is presenting a couple of cult titles on Blu-ray. Rat Man (1988) is an Italian production about, as you may have already guessed, a monstrous being that is part human, part rodent attacking travelers at a Caribbean resort. This “Special Edition” includes a 4K Picture restoration, a film historian commentary, crew interviews, a trailer and reversible cover artwork. Top Line (1988) aka Alie n Te r minator is another Italian genre f lick starring Franco Nero as an adventurer in Columbia who discovers a UFO. George Kennedy also appears in the movie. The feature has been given a 2K restoration for this release and arrives with a Nero interview, a film historian commentary (that includes case and crew interviews), a featurette with alien theories, and more! On a completely different note, you can purchase Brief Encounters/ The Long Farewell: Two Films by Kira Muratova on Blu-ray courtesy of Criterion. The comedy/ drama titles were made by Ukrainian filmmaker Muratova in 1967 and 1971. They both were either banned or shelved by Soviet censors and didn’t see the light of cinema projectors until the late 1980s. Both features arrive on disc with 4K digital restorations, film expert interviews on their importance, an archival interview with Muratova and a movie critic essay.

You ca n also pick up the Academy Award winning period epic, The Last Emperor (1987) on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray. It’s a biopic of the fascinating life of Emperor Pu Yi, who became the monarch and leader of China at age two. Reportedly, it comes with a wonderful and sharper picture on the theatrical cut, and also includes the longer T.V. version. Bonuses i nclude a B er n a r do Bertolucci director commentary (with other crew members) recorded in the mid-2000s, an archiva l docu ment a r y on Bertolucci, footage from a scouting trip to China, two documentaries on the production, as well as an episode of the TV program The Southbank Show that is devoted to the movie. There is also a 2007 discussion with composer David Byrne on the score, a featurette on Chinese culture, a T.V. appearance and interview with Bertolucci and a trailer. Mirror Mirror (1990) is a genre film that is arriving exclusively on

4K Ultra HD from Dark Force Entertainment. It follows a teenager who communicates with an evil force in her mirror that helps her take revenge on tormentors at school. The supporting cast includes Karen Black, Yvonne De Carlo, Williamm Sanderson and Stephen Tobolowsky. The new 4K scan is from the or igina l ca mera negative and the release includes a film historian commentary.

And if you’re into Full Moon Pictures, you can now pick up a Blu-ray of The Gingerdead Man (2005). Apparently, it has been remastered for this release and arrives with plenty of extras.

Kino is putting out several notable titles as well. 99 River Street (1953) is a film noir about an ex-boxer suspected of murdering his wife (who was having an affair). This “Special Edition” Blu-ray contains a 2K film transfer, a movie expert commentary and a trailer.

Annie Laurie (1927) is a Lilian Gish film set in the Scottish Highlands that follows a kidnapping during a feud between two fa milies. It a lso comes with a film historian commentary track. “Bob le Flambeur” (1956) is a French casino heist film that is arriving in a 4K Ultra HD and Bluray combo pack. The 4K restoration was taken from the original camera negative and bonuses include a film critic commentary, a trailer, and a documentary about the villain of the feature. Le Doulos (1963) is a French gangster film a b ou t b a ck s t a bbi n g crooks that is also getting the 4K Ultra HD and Bluray treatment. Besides the picture improvement, it comes with a movie historian commentary, an interview with the first assistant director, a documentary on the beginnings of the detective story and a trailer.

There is also a Bluray “Special Edition” of Navajo Joe (1966), an Italian/Spanish western with Burt Reynolds as a man who swears revenge on those who tried to kill him. The disc features a commentary from western expert and filmmaker Alex Cox (Repo Man), a scene-specific track with a biographer of Ennio Morricone (who wrote the score) and a trailer.

Based on the Charles Dickens novel, the Ealing Studios production of Nicholas Nickleby (1947) is arriving on Blu-ray. This disc features an interview with the curators of the BFI Dickens Season and a 1903 short adaptation of the story. A trailer is also included. Shout! Factory is putting out a pair of interesting releases. This effort won’t play as well today as it did in the 1980s, but the Chuck Norris and Lee Marvin Cannon Films action picture The Delta Force (1986) is coming out in a 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray set. The performers play leaders of a secret team of U.S. commandos who use any means necessary to wipe out a group of terrorists after they hijack a plane. It includes a 4K image restoration from the original camera negative and a trailer.

Observe and Report (2009) is a dark comedy with Seth Rogen about an unhinged individual who is hired as a mall security guard. The 2K remaster of the image has been approved by writer/director Jody Hill. There is a picture-in-picture commentary with Rogen, Hill and co-star Anna Faris. The disc also comes with featurettes on the production, outtakes, additional scenes and a gag reel. If you enjoy classic comedy, Sony is putting out The Three Stooges Collection on Blu-ray.

This is a 20-disc box set with over 120 shorts and 8 full-length features sta r r i ng t he comedy troupe. It also contains a scrapbook and a button-activated sound chip w ith cla ssic Stooges noises. T he Bat W hispers (1930) is a crime/chiller that is being released as a “Restored Collector’s Edition” Blu-ray from VCI Entertainment. The distr ibutor is also putting out the Dick Tracy RKO Classics Collection Blu-ray set, containing Dick Tracy (1945), Dick Tracy vs. Cueba l l (1946), Dick Tra cy’s Dil e mm a (1947) and Dick Tracy Meets Gruesome (1947), all adaptations of the famous comic strip character. The latter title features Boris Karloff as Gruesome. You can also pick up a Blu-ray of the Basil R a t h b o n e c o m e d y, Hillbillys in a Haunted House (1967). The plot involves two country and western singers who end up in a ghastly mansion. The disc comes with a film historian commentary track, photo gallery and trailer.

Warner Bros. is presenting a tr io of big titles as 4K Ultra HD exclusives (no Blu-rays are included). The first is the gangster biopic B l a c k M a s s (2 015 ) starring Johnny Depp, Benedict Cumberbatch, Dakota Johnson and Joel Edgerton.

Speaking of stars, the comedy Game Night (2018) is also getting the 4K Ultra HD upgrade. Ja s on B a t em a n a nd Rachel McAdams play a couple who play week ly boa rd ga mes w it h f r ie nd s . W he n the husband’s brother shows up unexpectedly and is kidnapped, the entire group end up on a wild and dangerous adventure.

The Michael B. Jorda n /Ja m ie Fox x drama Just Mercy (2019) i s t he t h i rd feat u re getting a 4K Ultra HD release. This biopic tells the story of civil rights defense attorney Bryan Stevenson and his work in proving the innocence of a death row prisoner.

The Warner Archives made-to-order Blu-ray collection is also adding several options for purchasers. They including the Elvis Presley musical Harum Scarum (1965), the Clark Gable romcom and dark comedy Idiot’s Delight (1939), as well as the Sissy Spacek biopic Marie (1985) aka Marie: A True Story and the Spencer Tracy western, Northwest Passage (1940). F a m i l ie s m ay b e excited to learn they can pick up a double-feature Blu-ray of the animated direct-to -v ideo f ilms Scooby-Doo an d th e Witch’s Ghost (1999) and Scooby-Doo and the Alien Invaders (2000). T he Stars Fell on Henrietta (1995) is a period oil drama with Robert Duvall that is also being released, and you can also check out the Ireland-set War of the Buttons (1994) on Blu-ray too. YOU KNOW, FOR KIDS! Her e i s a l i s t of releases that may be of interest to youngsters. Scooby-Doo and the Witch’s Ghost (1999) and Scooby-Doo and the Alien Invaders (2000) (Warner Archive) Blu-ray T he T hree Stooges Collection (Sony) Blu-ray box set War of the Buttons (for older kids) (Warner Archive) Blu-ray ON THE TUBE! Below you’ll find all of the week’s TV-themed discs. Beyond Paradise Season 2 (BBC) DVD Chuck y Sea son 3 (Universal) Blu-ray Hallmark Movies & My s t e r i e s 2 - Mo v i e Collection: Shifting Gears & A Taste of Love (Hallmark) DVD Hope in the Water (PBS) DVD Mon ster High 2 (TV-movie) (Paramount) DVD NCIS S ea son 21 (Paramount) DVD Sister Boniface Mysteries Season 3 (BBC) DVD VISIT: WWW. CINEMASTANCE.COM

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Celebrating different cultures at the Gallup Inter-Tribal Ceremonial Parade Miss Navajo Nation Amy Begaye just arrived back from her trip to the 2024 Paris Olympics where she proudly represented the Navajo people. She is accompanied by fellow contestants during the 102nd Gallup InterTribal Ceremonial Parade. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond

An Aztec dancer performs during the 102nd Gallup Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial parade in Downtown Gallup Aug. 10. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond Parade goers are greeted by the Dineh Tah Navajo dancers as they make their way along the parade route at the 102nd Gallup InterTribal Ceremonial Parade on Aug. 10. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond

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The TJX Companies, Inc, which is Marshall’s parent company, presented The Community Pantry with a $10,000 donation to help provide proteins. From left, Gallup’s store manager Humberto Basurto, Marshall’s Regional Staff Member Scott Doepke, COO of The Community Pantry Hilda Kendall, Wesley Deats, Gallup’s Marshall’s Store Manager Rachelle Jayroudi, and The Community Pantry’s Executive Director Alice Perez. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Marshall’s held its ribbon cutting ceremony at American Heritage Plaza Aug. 15. From left, Marshalls Regional Staff Member Scott Doepke, Gallup’s Store Managers Humberto Basurto and Rachelle Jayroudi, and Mayor Louis Bonaguidi cut the ribbon to open the new Marshalls clothing store. The store is located in the American Heritage Plaza at 702 U.S. Hwy. 491. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

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Six UNM-Gallup students achieve top 15 at SkillsUSA Championship TWO-TIME NEW MEXICO PIN DESIGNER REPRESENTS NAVAJO CULTURE AT NATIONAL CONFERENCE

UNM-Gallup student Kayliegh Begay’s SkillsUSA pin design won her fourth place in the post-secondary Pin Design category. Her design this year features an original painting with the lettering “2024 SkillsUSA New Mexico” alongside an image of Shiprock, the massive rock formation near the community of Shiprock. Photo Credit: UNM-Gallup SkillsUSA Chapter advisor Ann Jarvis

UNM-Gallup SkillsUSA Chapter President Orlan Dale wears a red chile hat, which all New Mexico participants received, during the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta in June. Photo Credit: UNMGallup SkillsUSA Chapter advisor Ann Jarvis

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UNM-Gallup student Kayliegh Begay poses for a photo in front of her pin design display during the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. Photo Credit: UNM-Gallup SkillsUSA Chapter advisor Ann Jarvis

ix students from The University of New MexicoGallup, including the state pin design winner, represented the Land of Enchantment at the 2024 SkillsUSA Championship in June. UNM-Gallup students Kayliegh Begay, Sonny Gene, Kitana James, Mason Joe, Layla Perry and Carlos Silva competed in the championship during the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference in Atlanta from June 23-27. All six students placed in the top 13 of their respective categories. “I think the students surprised themselves,” UNMGallup SkillsUSA Chapter advisor Ann Jarvis said. “Many of the students put in a lot of extra practice sessions, doing presentations out in the community before the state conference. You could see it was evident that those practice sessions helped them get out in front of the judges.” SkillsUSA is a workforce development organization that empowers students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders and responsible community members. UNM-Gallup formed its SkillsUSA Chapter in 2014 and has seen success at both the state and national competitions in recent years.

BLOSSOMING THROUGH SKILLSUSA This year, Begay was the top finisher for UNMGallup at the national championship, placing fourth in the post-secondary Pin Design category. Gene placed 13th in the post-secondary Job Demonstration Open category, James placed fifth in the Prepared Speech category, Joe placed seventh in the secondary Action Skills category, Perry placed 11th in the secondary Job Demonstration Open category, and Silva placed eighth in the secondary Job Interview category. Begay’s pin design this year features an original painting with the lettering “2024 SkillsUSA New Mexico” alongside an image of Shiprock, the massive rock formation near the community of Shiprock, N.M., which is located on the Navajo Nation about 93 miles north of Gallup. The pin also showcases a pair of wrap moccasins and a piece of silver jewelry in the shape of the Zia symbol with a turquoise stone in the middle. Begay’s design was turned into a real pin that represented the entire state of New Mexico at the national conference. It is customary for L L C SkillsUSA students to bring their home state pins to nationals and trade pins with students from other states. “She’s very competitive,” Jarvis said of Begay. “She knows what she wants, and she goes for it. She always used to talk about before she joined SkillsUSA that she was very quiet, not involved,

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and into her own things. Then with Skills, she really blossomed and opened up.” At the national conference, Begay used a Navajo weaving loom to display an enlarged version of her pin design and to teach people about her culture and heritage. GOING FOR GOLD At the state SkillsUSA competition in Albuquerque back in April, UNM-Gallup students earned a total of seven gold medals, two silver medals and three bronze medals. “This is the most gold medals we’ve ever earned at a state competition,” Jarvis said. Begay won a gold medal in the pin design category for the second year in a row — first as a high school student, then as a college student. She also placed first in the post-secondary Job Skill Demonstration Open category at the state competition, making her a double gold medalist. However, because Begay competed in the pin design contest at nationals, Gene was selected to take her place in the Job Skill Demonstration Open category because he placed second at state, earning a silver medal. James, Joe, Perry and Silva each earned gold in their respective categories. In addition, Kiefer Yazzie earned gold in the post-secondary Job Skill Demonstration A category, but he opted not to attend the national competition. UNM-Gallup’s other silver medalists were Kellan Benally in the post-secondary Extemporaneous Speaking category and Raine Segura in the secondary Job Skill Demonstration A category. UNM-Gallup’s bronze medalists were Orlan Dale, the president of the SkillsUSA Chapter, in the post-secondary Job Skill Demonstration A category; Ryan Descheny in the post-secondary welding sculpture category; and Bryan Herold, Tyler Smith and Isaiah Tsosie as a team in the secondary Career Pathways Showcase/Human Services category. COMMUNITY SUPPORT Prior to the state and national competitions, the students honed their skills and improved their presentations by practicing throughout Gallup. UNM-Gallup’s Zollinger Library hosted weekly practice sessions so students could become more comfortable presenting in front of an audience. Jarvis applauded Library Director Markos Chavez for pitching in and volunteering as a judge at the state and national competitions as well. Jarvis also recognized the Gallup Kiwanis Club, Gallup Rotary Club, Gallup Toastmasters, Gallup Police Department, Amigo Automotive Group, and UNM-Gallup’s Staff Council and College Council for welcoming students to practice their presentations. “Our students wouldn’t have felt as much at ease as they did in front of the judges without those practice sessions,” Jarvis said. To learn more about the UNM-Gallup SkillsUSA Chapter and learn how to become a member, contact Ann Jarvis at aejarvis@unm.edu.

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ca mpa ig n i n 2024 is meant to limit her exposure to keep her from inadvertently bursting the media bubble that’s been created around her. In that, her campaign may resemble the pre-debate Biden approach this year more than his limited stumping in 2020. Biden’s operation feared putting him out in any setting where he’d be challenged, and when his abysmal debate performance forced them to do so anyway (to prove he’d just had “a bad night”), the additional exposure resulted in predictable disaster. K a ma la’s problem isn’t messing up names or dates or losing her train of thought — hallmarks of aging. Rather, she of ten end s up repeating the same (usually banal) thought in slightly different words, so she expresses herself in an endless loop of vacuity. In one of her few of f- scr ipt com ment s since her ascension, she explained why Biden should get credit for the prisoner swap with Russia: “This is just extraordinary testament to the importance of having a president who understa nds the power of diplomacy and understands the strength that rests i n u nder sta nding the significance of

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happened, and the party line was inoperative. There were attempts to revive it, but it was a little like being a Communist in the 1930s when Stalin wrenched the party into a totally new position. It didn’t matter whether the new line had any connection to the prior line; it had poverty: The bill will legislation will help proto be followed. raise the cap on the Child vide more than 200,000 So, Joe Scarborough of MSNBC, Tax Credit for low-in- additional affordable whofamilies, monthsmaking earlierhomes, had issued forth come by enhancing them for a full LIHTC to boost that state witheligible table-thumping assurances $2,000 CTC. The bill allocations and free Joe Biden was at the absolute top ofup will also stop the long- financing space for the his game, suddenly 31thought he are might standing discrimination states that at or have low-income to step aside. against fam- above their private activiliesGeorge who have multiple who ity bond caps. Clooney, co-hosted the kids. The bill will help • Support small busiaforementioned Hollywood fundrais16 million kids, includ- nesses: This legislation er,6.2wrote The New York Times that ing millioninHispanic restores the research at thatand event, Bidenand wascapital a shadow of children 2.5 million investment children living rural incentives the 3.8 his self, andin suddenly formerfor Obama areas, from low-income million small businesses speechwriter Jon Favreau could say families and lift 500,000 that lost them from the

that everyone he talked to at the event was appalled by Biden’s state. The president can be forgiven for being disappointed and angry that everyone who had been covering for him switched overnight. There’s no honor among thieves, but shouldn’t there be at least a little among political co-conspirators? Biden showed monumentally poor judgment in deciding to run again last year. He almost certainly was in the grips of Bylegitimate Sen. Ben Rayself-delusion, Luján though. It’s natural that an old person Ray is Luján, D-N.M., Chair oforthe who isen. in Ben decline the last to realize Subcommittee on Communications, Media, admit and it, and his belief that, on paper, Broadband, and member of the Senate heCommittee was a onstronger candidate Indian Affairs, issued thethan following statement the Federal Communications Kamala Harrisonwasn’t crazy. Commission adoption of a new Biden’s enablers were the alert trulyoption cyn- to deliver critical messages to the public over teleical andanddishonest that vision radio aboutones, missinghoping and endangered their fake narrative about Biden’s conpersons: “Under the could leadership of Chairwoman tinued vitality see them through Rosenworcel, the FCC is taking an important until November. step to address the scourge of violence against Their credibility Luján should shot Native communities,” said.be “This newas alert code will help enforcement the pubthey make thelaw switcheroo toprovide Harris. lic with time-sensitive information to save lives The same Democratic establishment and keep families together. Similar to AMBER that gave you Joe Biden without offerAlerts that are used to find children, this alert ing Democratic voters a legitimate code will be dedicated to missing and endangered persons.” choice (serious primary challengers a new code to the wereAdding warned off“MEP” this event year), now is nation’s givEmergency Alert System would help law enforceing youagencies KamalatoHarris without ment galvanize public offering attention to Democratic voters a legitimate choice. missing and endangered people of all ages who do not qualify AMBERthat Alerts,lied including those The same forparty about who meet the criteria for Ashanti Alerts. Joe Similar Biden towithout compunction or how law enforcement agencies remorse nowusewants tooncredit successfully AMBERyou Alerts T.V. and radio to help mobilize everything it is going public to tellattention us aboutand abducted children, this new Missing and therecover marvelous, heretofore unappreciEndangered Persons event code would mobiated qualities of Kamala Harris. lize the public’s help in recovering missing and The same vice president who insisted, endangered persons more broadly. statedthe thatday he hopes thisyesterday, new alert sysas ofLuján roughly before tem will save lives in New Mexico. that Joe Biden was the very picture of “I am hopeful that this new code will save energy nowthe wants us he lives inand Neweffectiveness Mexico and across nation,” tosaid. believe everything else she’s going to “As a member of the Senate Committee onafter Indian Affairs, remainfrom focused prosay he’s been Iforced the on race tecting Native communities, improving public bysafety, his feeble state. and ensuring that no one is left behind The same people who thought Joe or forgotten.” Biden was incapable of doing interviews and teleprompter speeches on the campaign trail will tell us he’s perfectly capable of fulfilling his duties in the most trying job on the planet. Finally, the same Democrats who were threatening Joe Biden with ignominy and exclusion if he stayed in families hit abycouple disasters, the race of more weeks now including hurricanes and want us to buy their paeans to his great wildfires, by expanding statesmanship. casualty loss deductions Inexempting sum, thecertain perpetrators of a shameand compensation ful cover-uppayments want us to move on as if from income. nothing happened, when the stink of • Address tax fraud: theirlegislation rank deception This would should dog their be fully pa id by party the rest of candidate andfortheir stamping out fraud this campaign. in the Employee Retention Rich Lowry is editor of the National Tax Credit. Although the ERTC was aimed Review.

Child Tax Credit benefits 140,000 New Mexico children By Sen. Ben Ray Luján

.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján, D -N.M., issued the following statement on the Senate vote of the bipartisan Tax Relief for American Workers and Families Act: “Fa m i l ies i n New Me x ic o a nd a c r o s s A mer ica need a nd deserve a fair tax system that works for them, not just corporations and billionaires,” Luján said. “From helping put food on the table to cutting housing costs, this bipartisan tax relief legislation would uplift millions of families and children out of poverty. The expanded Child Tax Credit would benef it 140,000 New Mexico children – a true game-changer for our youngest and most

vulnerable. And while I will still fight to continue to expand the Child Tax Credit, this legislation is a significant step forward for New Mexican families.” He sa id it a lso addresses previous tax cuts. “This legislation also addresses the Trump tax cuts that hurt small businesses and put the biggest corporations ahead of workers and families,” he said. “This package is fully paid for by addressing tax fraud and ensuring that this relief truly works for the people. I am disappointed that S en a t e R epubl ic a n s blocked this relief for so many families.” The Tax Relief for American Workers and Families Act would: • P rov ide rel ief and lift families out of

out of poverty. This bill would have provided immediate relief granting $900 on average this tax filing season. • Help reduce housing costs: The Low-Income Housing Tax Credit is the largest and most s ucc e s s f u l fe de r a l incentive to increase the supply of affordable hou si ng. T h i s

2017 Trump tax bill. • Relief for victims of disasters: The bill incor porates bipar tisan legislation that will help communities and

at helping businesses U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján, D-N.M. © 2024during by King Features Synd., Inc. avoid layoffs the pandemic in 2020 and some legitimate busi2021, a shocking num- nesses have waited years ber of new ERTC claims to receive their ERTC continue to come in, and claims, as processing by some accounts, up has been slowed by the to 95%Thank are fraud- volume of fraudulent ulent. In the meantime, claims.

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State reps call for immediate action to back FEMA's disaster relief fund

Leger Fernández introduces bill to maintain access to tribal telehealth BILL COULD HELP 60% OF MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES WHO ACCESS HEALTHCARE THROUGH THE IHS By Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández

Rep. Melanie Stansbury

U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández

By Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández

. S . R e p s . Te r e s a L e g e r Fernández, Melanie Stansbury and Gabe Vasquez called on House leadership to fully fund the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Disaster Relief Fund on Aug. 1. In a letter to House leadership, they emphasized the urgent need for federal disaster relief funding to support New Mexico communities affected by recent natural disasters. “As Representatives from the state of New Mexico, we have seen firsthand how natural disasters have affected our state. Federal disaster relief funding has been crucial to helping our communities recover and rebuild, but we must act now to restore New Mexico’s trust in the federal government,” Reps. Leger Fernández, Vasquez and Stansbury wrote in the letter. FEMA’s DRF is vital for New Mexico’s recovery efforts following natural disasters. Recently, the Salt Fire and South Fork Fire devastated more than 25,000 acres across the

Rep. Gabe Vasquez

Mescalero Apache Reservation and the Ruidoso area. Over 2,600 New Mexicans have sought federal disaster assistance, with FEMA approving more than $3.85 million in housing and rental assistance to date. Additionally, storm and flooding events in Rio Arriba, San Juan and San Miguel Counties have caused extensive damage to homes, farms, roads, and other infrastructure. The Department of Homeland Security projects a $6.6 billion deficit in the DRF by September 30, jeopardizing the ability of disaster-stricken communities to recover. Despite the Administration’s request last fall for $9 billion in supplemental funding for the DRF, Congress has yet to appropriate these funds. As wildfires continue to spread across the West, the need for this funding is more critical than ever. The New Mexico House Delegation emphasized the importance of immediate action to ensure FEMA can continue its essential work in aiding communities across New Mexico and the nation.

Senators secure confirmation of Barnett as the U.S. Marshal for the District of N.M. By Sens. Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján

and a provider, requiring only a working phone. According to the Government Accountability Office, in 2020, 18% of people living on tribal lands couldn’t access broadband service, compared to 4% of people in non-tribal areas. During the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, Medicare began reimbursing IHS for specific audio-only telehealth ser v ices prov ided to Medicare beneficiaries. This included allowing patients to receive care from the com for t of their homes. Although t he PU bl ic Hea lt h Emergency ended on May 11, 2023, Congress extended this flexibility through Dec. 31, 2024, under the Consolidated A ppr opr i a t ion s Ac t . Without further extension through this new legislation, Medica re may cease to reimburse IHS for these essential services, jeopardizing healthcare access for tribal communities. The bill removes originating site requirements, allowing Medicare beneficiaries to remain in their homes for audio-only telehealth visits, rather than needing to travel to a healthcare facility.

County invites state reps, senators to town hall

A S H I NGT ON D.C. — U. S . S e n a t or s Martin Heinrich, D-N.M., a nd Ben Ray Lu já n, D-N.M., announced on Aug. 1 that they have successfully secured the confirmation of David O. Barnett, Jr. for U.S. Marshal for the District of New Mexico. Barnett has served as a Counterintelligence S u p e r v i s o r y Special Agent in the A lbuquerque, New Mexico, Field Office of the FBI since 2018. Previously, he was a Special Agent in the Washington, D.C. Field Office of the FBI. Prior to becoming an FBI Special Agent in 2006, he was an FBI Intelligence Analyst and support staff in the National Capital Region from 1990 to 2006. He has received multiple commendations for exemplary service, including an FBI Commendation for Exceptional Service while deployed in a combat zone for his service in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan. He received his B.A. from the University of Phoenix in 2002. “Dav id Barnett br i ngs decades of experience to his new

ong re s swoma n Tere s a L eger Fernández, N.M., Dist. 3, introduced the Telehealth Access for Tribal Communities Act of 2024, crucial legislation designed to protect access to essential he a lt hc a r e s e r v ic e s t h roug h aud io - on ly telehealth for Medicare beneficiaries in tribal communities. T he bi l l seek s to extend the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency provision that allows audio-only telehealth services for Medicare beneficiaries receiving ca re t h roug h I nd ia n he a lt h pr og r a m s or urban Indian organizations beyond 2024. This provision addresses the persistent challenge of access to healthcare in Indian Country where many residents face long drives to see a medical professional and millions don’t have access to reliable high-speed internet. As the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency expired in May 2023, IHS patients used audio only services 60% of the time and video 39% of the time. “Not ever yone has a c c e s s t o Z o om or

t he i nt er net ,” L eger Fernández said. “Indeed, the folks most in need of healthcare services don’t. Access to healthcare should not be determined by zip code or internet speed.” She explained that audio-only telehealth is the only option for some people. “For m a ny t r iba l communities, audio-only telehealth services are a lifeline, providing vital access to medical professionals without the burden of travel,” she said. “While audio-only telehealth should not be the only way to access hea lt hc a re ser v ice s, it should be protected for those who may not have other options. The Telehealth Access for T r iba l Com mu n it ie s Act will ensure that our elders, fa milies, a nd those living in remote areas continue to receive the care they need.” The bill is co-sponsored in the House by Congressman Raúl M. Grijalva, Ariz., Dist. 7, Congresswoman Gwen Moore, WI, Dist. 4, and Congressman Raul Ruiz, CA, Dist. 25. Audio-only telehealth involves real-time interactive voice-only discussions between a patient

TOPICS INCLUDE RECENT FIBER CUTS THROUGHOUT COUNTY, LACK OF MIDDLE MILE REDUNDANCY David Barnett Jr. received the FBI Director’s Award for Excellence for Outstanding Service in Diversity & Inclusion from Special Agent in Charge Raul Bujanda in June 2021 when he was a Counterintelligence Supervisory Special Agent for the FBI in Albuquerque. Photo Credit: Courtesy of the FBI position, joining New Mexico’s federal law enforcement leadership and stepping into this role at a critical moment in New Mexico’s fight aga inst cr ime a nd addiction in our commu n it ie s ,” Hei n r ich sa id. “Dav id w ill be charged with enforcing new federal criminal provisions that I have enacted in Congress, while deploying increased law enforcement resources that I have worked to secure for New Mexica ns. I am eager to welcome D av id t o t h i s r ole, where he can join our fight against the spread of illicit fentanyl and other deadly opioids, locate missing persons, and pursue all offenders who have evaded our justice system. I fought hard to secure David’s

confirmation because I know he understands the very real impacts of crime in the lives of New Mexicans and will help deliver for our communities.” Lu ján backed Heinrich’s sentiment. “A s t h e F B I ’ s C ou nt er i nt el l i ge nc e S u p e r v i s o r y Special Agent in the A lbuquerque F ield Office, David O. Barnett Jr. is a tested public servant who has kept our state and country safe,” Lu já n sa id. “Specia l Agent Barnett’s experience and commitment to our country will make him an exceptional U.S. Marshal for the District of New Mexico and I look forward to seeing his continued impact in our state.” U.S. Marshals are the enforcement and security arm of federal courts. They help locate and apprehend cr i m i na l f ug it ives, transport federal prisoners, protect federal c ou r t hou s e s , f i nd missing persons, and operate the Federal Witness Protection System. The U.S. Marshal for the District of New Mexico nomination was delayed for nearly a year due to Senate Republicans holding up t he nom i nat ion process.

By McKinley County Manager Anthony Dimas

ear Representatives/ Senators, O n beh a l f of t he McK i n ley Cou nt y Commission, we would like to invite you to be part of the Townhall Meeting scheduled for Aug. 19 at 5:30 pm at Red Rock Park. We would like to discuss the recent issues with the fiber lines being cut/down, the middle mile re-dundancy, how it affects public safety, how it effects our businesses and the overall harm it does to our

McKinley County Manager Anthony Dimas community. We will also ask the Cha mber s, i nclud i ng Gallup-McKinley County Chamber of Commerce

CEO Bill Lee, to help us get the message out to the business owners and the public in general. Our Lobbyist, Marco Gonzales, will reach out to the Governor's Office to see if we can get a rep from there, some from state IT, from Broadband, etc. Marco will also assist in reaching out to Cen-tury Link and see if we can get them to the meeting. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us. Sincerely, Anthony Dimas McK inley Cou nt y Manager

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$20/month. For more information, call 1-833651-2183 LEGAL/PUBLIC NOTICES CITY OF GALLUP, NEW MEXICO Request for Proposals (RFP) NO. 2025-RFP004 Public notice is hereby given that the City of Gallup, New Mexico, is accepting sealed proposals for the following: Provide Legal Representation Services for Indigent Defendants in Municipal Court GALLUP, NM As more particularly set out in the RFP documents, copies of which may be obtained via the City’s eProcurement Portal. Copies are also available for viewing Electronically submitted proposals shall be received via electronic bidding platform before 2:00 pm (LOCAL TIME) on or before Tuesday, September 17, 2024 where proposals will be received and recorded by the City of Gallup Purchasing Department via virtual conference/video calls or through other virtual means. The City of Gallup has transitioned to a new e-Bid/RFP software system powered by OpenGov. All solicitations will be released electronically through OpenGov and responses from proponents must be submitted electronically through this online platform. By using OpenGov, prospective proponents will be provided with all information regarding a bid including addendums and changes to the project requirements. OpenGov is a completely free service for all respondents. Prior to submitting a proposal, respondents are required to set up their free account with OpenGov. Register your company at City’s eProcurement Portal. Only ELECTRONICALLY SUBMITTED PROPOSALS will now be accepted; system will not accept proposals submitted AFTER due date and time. Dated: 13th of August, 2024 By: /S/ By: Louie Bonaguidi , Mayor Classified Legal Column: Gallup Sun Publishing Date: Friday, August 16, 2024 *** CITY OF GALLUP Joint Pole Management for City of Gallup Electric Department CITY OF GALLUP, NEW MEXICO

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CLASSIFIEDS | FROM PAGE C5 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 2025RFP-003 As more particularly set out in the RFP documents, copies of which may be obtained via the City’s eProcurement Portal. Copies are also available for viewing. Electronically submitted proposals shall be received via electronic bidding platform before 2:00 pm (LOCAL TIME) on or before Thursday, September 12, 2024 where proposals will be received and recorded by the City of Gallup Purchasing Department via virtual conference/ video calls or through other virtual means. The City of Gallup has transitioned to a new e-Bid/RFP software system powered by OpenGov. All solicitations will be released electronically through OpenGov and responses from proponents must be submitted electronically through this online platform. By using OpenGov, prospective proponents will be provided with all information regarding a bid including addendums and changes to the project requirements. OpenGov is a completely free service for all respondents. Prior to submitting a proposal, respondents are required to set up their free account with OpenGov. Register your company at City’s eProcurement Portal. Only ELECTRONICALLY SUBMITTED PROPOSALS will now be accepted; system will not accept proposals submitted AFTER due date and time. Dated: on the 13th August, 2024 By:/S/ by: Louie Bonaguidi, Mayor Gallup Sun Publishing Date: Friday – August 16, 2024 *** PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the McKinley County Board of Commission will hold Townhall Meeting on Monday August 19, 2024 at 5:30 pm regarding recent Fiber Cuts throughout McKinley County and Lack of the Middle Mile Redundancy. This meeting will take place at Red Rock Park at 5757 Red Rock Dr., Church Rock, New

Mexico. Auxiliary aides for the disabled are available upon request; please contact Shawna Garnenez at (505) 8631400 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting to make any necessary arrangements. All interested parties are invited to attend. Done this 13th of August 2024 McKINLEY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS /S/ Robert Baca, Chairperson Publication date: August 16, 2024 *** Pursuant of the New Mexico Self Storage Lien Act, the following Items will be sold or disposed of in order to satisfy a lien for delinquent rent and/or related charges. Property is located at: Sunrise II Self Storage 3000 W. Hwy 66 Gallup, NM 87301. Sale will take place TBD Please call 505722-7989 for more information. Last Known Address of Tenant: Raul R. Castillo Marquez 903 E. Logan Ave. Gallup, NM 87301 Table Julia Morgan P.O. Box 1170 Chinle, AZ 86503 Toys, Kitchen items, Boxes & Bags of Misc. items Items may be viewed on the day of sale only. CASH ONLY Please call office to verify Info. Sale May Be Canceled By Right of Lien Holder. Published: Gallup Sun August 16, 2024 August 23, 2024 *** PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the McKinley County Board of Commissioners will hold a RegularMeeting on Tuesday August 20, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. This meeting will be held in the Commission Chambers, Third Floor of theMcKinley County Courthouse, 207 West Hill, Gallup, New Mexico. The Commission will also have a Special Meeting Tuesday August 20, 2024 at 4:00 pm regarding a Cell Tower. This meeting will take place at Thoreau Fire Department at 114 State Hwy 371, Thoreau, New Mexico. A

CLASSIFIEDS copy of the agenda will be available 72 hours prior to the meeting in the Manager’s Office and the County Clerk’s Office. The agenda can be sent electronically upon request. Auxiliary aides for the disabled are available upon request; please contact Shawna Garnenez at (505) 863-1400 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting to make any necessary arrangements. All interested parties are invited to attend. Done this 30th of June 2024 McKINLEY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS /S/ Robert Baca, Chairperson Publication date: August 2, 2024 *** Summons Case Number: CV2024-011568 SUPERIOR COURT OF ARIZONA IN MARICOPA COUNTY Thomas Ira Ashcroft, et al. Name of Plaintiff AND Robyn Lynn Tso, et al. Name of Defendant WARNING: This is an official document from the court that affects your rights. Read this carefully. If you do not understand it, contact a lawyer for help. FROM THE STATE OF ARIZONA TO: Robyn Lynn Tso 1. A lawsuit has been filed against you. A copy of the lawsuit and other court papers are served on you with this “Summons”. 2. If you do not want a judgment or order entered against you without your input, you must file an “Answer” or a “Response” in writing with the court and pay the filing fee. If you do not file an “Answer” or “Response” the other party may be given the relief requested in his/her Petition or Complaint. To file your “Answer” or “Response” take, or send, the «Answer» or «Response» to Clerk of the Superior Court, Clerk of the Superior Court, or electronically file your Answer through one of Arizona’s approved electronic filing systems at http://www. azcourts.gov/efilinginformation. Mail a copy of your “Response” or “Answer” to the other party at the address listed on top of this Summons. Note: If you do not file electronically, you will not have electronic access to the document in this case. 3. If this “Summons” and the other court papers were served

on you by a registered process server or the Sheriff, within the State of Arizona, your “Response” or “Answer” must be filed within TWENTY (20) CALENDAR DAYS from the date you were served, not counting the day you were served. If this “Summons” and the other papers were served on you by a registered process server or the Sheriff outside the State of Arizona, your Response must be filed within THIRTY (30) CALENDAR DAYS from the date you were served, not counting the day you were served. Service by a registered process server or the Sheriff is complete when made. Service by Publication is complete thirty (30) days after the date of the first publication. 4. You can get a copy of the court papers filed in this case from the Petitioner at the address at the top of this paper, or from the Clerk of the Superior Court. 5. Requests for reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities must be made to the office of the judge or commissioner assigned to the case, at least ten (10) judicial days before your scheduled court date. 6. Requests for an interpreter for persons with limited English proficiency must be made to the office of the judge or commissioner assigned to the case at least ten (10) judicial days in advance of your scheduled court date. SIGNED AND SEALED this Date: May 10, 2024, JEFF FINE Clerk of Superior Court By: A. MARQUEZ Deputy Clerk Requests for an interpreter for persons with limited English proficiency must be made to the division assigned to the case by the party needing the interpreter and/or translator or his/her counsel at least ten (10) judicial days in advance of a scheduled court proceeding. If you would like legal advice from a lawyer, contact Lawyer Referral Service at 602-2574434 or https://maricopabar.org. Sponsored by the Maricopa County Bar Association. A copy of the Summons and Complaint may be obtained by contacting Plaintiff’s attorney, David Shapiro, at David Shapiro Law, 5725 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite C-110, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, (480)300-5405 Published: Gallup Sun August 16, 2024 August 23, 2024 August 30, 2024 September 6, 2024 ***

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CITY OF GALLUP, MCKINLEY COUNTY, NEW MEXICO NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE Notice is hereby given of the title and of a general summary of the subject matter contained in Ordinance No. S2024-3, duly adopted and approved by the City Council of City of Gallup on August 13, 2024. A complete copy of the Ordinance is available for public inspection during normal and regular business hours in the office of the City Clerk, at 110 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup, New Mexico 87301.

The title of the Ordinance is: CITY OF GALLUP, MCKINLEY COUNTY, NEW MEXICO ORDINANCE NO. S2024-3 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LOAN AND SUBSIDY AGREEMENT (“LOAN AGREEMENT”) BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF GALLUP, NEW MEXICO (THE “GOVERNMENTAL UNIT”) AND THE NEW MEXICO FINANCE AUTHORITY (“NMFA”), IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000) (“LOAN”) EVIDENCING A SPECIAL LIMITED OBLIGATION OF THE GOVERNMENTAL UNIT TO PAY A MAXIMUM REPAYABLE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF NO MORE THAN SEVEN HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($700,000), TOGETHER WITH INTEREST, AND ADMINISTRATIVE FEES FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING THE COSTS OF IMPROVING THE SYSTEM BY CONDUCTING A LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PROJECT AND ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES DIRECTLY CONNECTED TO PLANNING, DESIGNING AND REPLACING OF LEAD SERVICE LINES, INCLUDING AN INVENTORY/SURVEY TO DETERMINE IF LEAD EXISTS IN THE GOVERNMENTAL UNIT’S WATER UTILITY SYSTEM LINES AND SHALL INCLUDE DRINKING WATER FACILITY CONSTRUCTION PROJECT WORK NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT (“PROJECT”), AND SOLELY IN THE MANNER DESCRIBED IN THE LOAN AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR THE PLEDGE AND PAYMENT OF THE LOAN SOLELY FROM THE NET REVENUES OF THE WATER SYSTEM OF THE GOVERNMENTAL UNIT; APPROVING THE FORM OF AND OTHER DETAILS CONCERNING THE LOAN AGREEMENT; RATIFYING ACTIONS HERETOFORE TAKEN; REPEALING ALL ACTION INCONSISTENT WITH THIS ORDINANCE; AND AUTHORIZING THE TAKING OF OTHER ACTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF THE LOAN AGREEMENT. A general summary of the subject matter of the Ordinance is contained in its title. This notice constitutes compliance with NMSA 1978, § 6-14-6, as amended. Published: Gallup Sun August 16, 2024 *** CITY OF GALLUP, MCKINLEY COUNTY, NEW MEXICO NOTICE OF ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE Notice is hereby given of the title and of a general summary of the subject matter contained in Ordinance No. S2024-3, duly adopted and approved by the City Council of the City of Gallup on August 13,

2024. A complete copy of the Ordinance is available for public inspection during normal and regular business hours in the office of the City Clerk at 110 W. Aztec Ave., Gallup, New Mexico 87301. The title of the Ordinance is: CITY OF GALLUP, MCKINLEY COUNTY, NEW MEXICO ORDINANCE NO. S2024-3 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A LOAN AND SUBSIDY AGREEMENT (“LOAN AGREEMENT”) BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF GALLUP, NEW MEXICO (THE “GOVERNMENTAL UNIT”) AND THE NEW MEXICO FINANCE AUTHORITY (“NMFA”), IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF ONE MILLION DOLLARS ($1,000,000) (“LOAN”) EVIDENCING A SPECIAL LIMITED OBLIGATION OF THE GOVERNMENTAL UNIT TO PAY A MAXIMUM REPAYABLE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF NO MORE THAN SEVEN HUNDRED THOUSAND DOLLARS ($700,000), TOGETHER WITH INTEREST, AND ADMINISTRATIVE FEES FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING THE COSTS OF IMPROVING THE SYSTEM BY CONDUCTING A LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENT PROJECT AND ASSOCIATED ACTIVITIES DIRECTLY CONNECTED TO PLANNING, DESIGNING AND REPLACING OF LEAD SERVICE LINES, INCLUDING AN INVENTORY/SURVEY TO DETERMINE IF LEAD EXISTS IN THE GOVERNMENTAL UNIT’S WATER UTILITY SYSTEM LINES AND SHALL INCLUDE DRINKING WATER FACILITY CONSTRUCTION PROJECT WORK NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT (“PROJECT”), AND SOLELY IN THE MANNER DESCRIBED IN THE LOAN AGREEMENT; PROVIDING FOR THE PLEDGE AND PAYMENT OF THE LOAN SOLELY FROM THE NET REVENUES OF THE WATER SYSTEM OF THE GOVERNMENTAL UNIT; APPROVING THE FORM OF AND OTHER DETAILS CONCERNING THE LOAN AGREEMENT; RATIFYING ACTIONS HERETOFORE TAKEN; REPEALING ALL ACTION INCONSISTENT WITH THIS ORDINANCE; AND AUTHORIZING THE TAKING OF OTHER ACTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF THE LOAN AGREEMENT. A general summary of the subject matter of the Ordinance is contained in its title. This notice constitutes compliance with NMSA 1978, § 6-14-6, as amended. Published: Gallup Sun August 16, 2024 *** LEGAL NOTICE

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CALENDAR

COMMUNITY CALENDAR AUG. 16 - AUG. 22 FRIDAY, AUG. 16

GALLUP HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING

9 am @ 203 Debra Dr.

CLOSED SESSION OF THE GALLUP CITY COUNCIL

3:30 pm @ City Council Chambers, Gallup City Hall (110 W. Aztec Ave.). This meeting is regarding the matter of hiring a new city manager.

SATURDAY, AUG. 17 SUNDAY, AUG. 18

TURQUOISE CLASSIC NTR TEAM ROPING EVENT

@ Red Rock Park (825 Outlaw Rd., Church Rock). Don’t miss the beauty of the red rocks at the Turquoise Roping at Red Rock Park. Spectator entrance is free! SUNDAY, AUG. 18

MONDAY, AUG. 19 - FRIDAY, AUG. 23

CHESS CLUB

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

GET UP AND GAME

3 pm - 5 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Every Friday, come to the children’s library to unwind from a busy week! Email pneilson@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information. SATURDAY, AUG. 17

BACK-TO-SCHOOL CRAFT @ RIO WEST MALL

12 pm - 4 pm @ Rio West Mall (1300 W. Maloney Ave.). In honor of National Back-to-School Day, join OFPL and Rio West Mall to make custom backpack tags.

STRESS REDUCTION CLINIC

1 pm - 3 pm @ OFPL’s main library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Beginning Aug. 1, OFPL will host Acudetox ear acupuncture clinics every Thursday and Saturday. Treatments can be helpful to relieve stress, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and irritability.

WELCOME BACK WEEK @ ZOLLINGER LIBRARY @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). Participate in a scavenger hunt for a chance to win a gift certificate. MONDAY, AUG. 19

MCKINLEY COUNTY TOWNHALL MEETING

6:30 pm @ Red Rock Park (5757 Red Rock Park Dr.) and on Zoom. The town hall will be held to discuss the recent fiber cuts throughout the county and the lack of middle mile redundancy.

FAMILY STORYTIME

11 am @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Throughout August our storytimes will celebrate all things transportation-related. Email bmartin@gallupnm. gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

EUREKA!

4 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.) Water clocks are one of the oldest time measuring systems. But how can you measure time with water? Find out by building your own water clock. Email pneilson@gallupnm. gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information. TUESDAY, AUG. 20

LEVITT AMP CONCERT SERIES

7 pm - 10 pm @ Courthouse Square. Come join the fun in the heart of downtown Gallup at this free concert series brought to you by the Levitt Amp Foundation, Gallup Mainstreet Arts & Cultural District, Visit Gallup & the City of Gallup.

KIDZ CINEMA

2 pm every Saturday @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec. Ave.) for weekly family oriented film screenings. This week’s movie is Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (2022). Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information

GALLUP 9TH ST. FLEA MARKET

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

CLASSIFIEDS | FROM PAGE C6 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Public Notice is hereby provided that the Gallup-McKinley County Schools is accepting competitive sealed proposals for: VIDEOGRAPHER PRODUCTION SERVICES RFP-2025-03GH Commodity Code(s): 915, 91522, 91876 As more particularly set out in the RFP documents, copies of which may be obtained by downloading from the Gallup-McKinley County Schools eBidding platform website https:// gmcs.bonfirehub.com Sealed proposals for such will be received until 2:00 P.M. (LOCAL TIME) on, September 17, 2024. FAX and HARDCOPY PROPOSALS will NOT be accepted. Offerors will not be able to upload propos-

SPECIAL COMMISSION MEETING

9 am @ 207 W. Hill Ave.

SURPRISE GIVEAWAY DAY

@ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). Check-out an item from the library or complete the self-guided tour and get a special gift.

SEW HAPPY

4 pm - 6 pm @ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Create a headband in seven easy-to-follow steps! Email ctatsukawa@ gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

ear acupuncture clinics every Thursday and Saturday. Treatments can be helpful to relieve stress, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and irritability.

CHESS CLUB

4 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Create a mixed-media painting using crayons and watercolor paints. For more information email: besitty@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291.

SUMMER INDIAN DANCES

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 21 WELCOME BACK POKÉMON GO NIGHT 5 pm @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). Enjoy the company of fellow Pokémon trainers, share ideas, trade, battle, and more.

SAVE THE DATE

FAMILY STORYTIME

11 am @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Throughout August the storytimes will celebrate all things transportation-related. Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

OPEN MAKERSPACE TIME

4 pm - 6 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). OFPL’s MakerSpace is a collaborative work space for making, learning, and exploring. Participants ages 5 and up can come in to create their own design for the 3D printers or explore the many engineering activities and equipment!

MIDWEEK MATINEE AT OFPL

4 pm every Wednesday @ OFPL’s main library (115 W. Hill Ave.). This week’s film is Arthur the King.

GOOGLE CAREER ACADEMY MEMBER NIGHT

6 pm - 8 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Gallup Career Academy invites members of the Spring 2024 Cohort to OFPL’’s Makerspace This is your time to create and collaborate! Get help with your Google coursework, or use the MakerSpace equipment. The MakerSpace will be closed to the general public at this time.

SUMMER INDIAN DANCES

6 pm - 8 pm @ Courthouse Square (215 W. Aztec Ave.). THURSDAY, AUG. 22

MOVIE NIGHTS

4 pm @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). Zollinger Library will be showing Rent.

STRESS REDUCTION CLINIC

als or documents after the specified CLOSING date and time.

Plaintiff,

The Gallup-McKinley County School Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, waive any formalities or minor inconsistencies, and/or cancel this solicitation in its entirety.

No. D-113CV-2024-00332

By: /S/ Chris Mortensen, President Board of Education Gallup-McKinley County School District No. 1 ITB ISSUE DATE: August 16, 2024 PUBLICATION DATES: August 16, 2024 (Gallup Sun) *** ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF McKINLEY STATE OF NEW MEXICO BANK OF COLORADO d/b/a PINNACLE BANK

SUMMER INDIAN DANCES

6 pm - 8 pm @ Courthouse Square (215 W. Aztec Ave.).

4 pm - 6 pm @ OFPL’s main library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Beginning Aug. 1, OFPL will host Acudetox

Dated the 16th Day of August 2024

CRAFTY KIDS

6 pm - 8 pm @ Courthouse Square (215 W. Aztec Ave.).

HACK CLUB

4 pm - 5 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Hack Club is

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a nonprofit organization that provides community and support to teen coding groups across the country. Participants learn how to use code to create real-world projects. 4:30 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.). Join the chess club at OFPL! Email pneilson@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

Vs.

TED SCOOPMIRE, Defendant NOTICE OF PENDENCY OF SUIT TO: “Unknown Claimants Interest Adverse to Plaintiff.” You or your attorney are hereby directed to file a pleading or motion in response to the Complaint for Foreclosure of Mortgage on file herein on or before 2 days from the date of the last publication of the Notice in the Office of the Clerk of District Court, Eleventh Judicial District of the State of New Mexico, sitting within and for the County of Cibola, that being the Court in which said Complaint is filed and to serve a copy of the same pleading or motion upon Plaintiff or Plaintiff’s attorney, Mason & Issacson, P.A., 104 East Aztec, P.O.

FRIDAY, AUG. 23

NAVAJO RUG WEAVING

10 am - 2 pm @ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Learn the fundamentals and techniques of rug weaving in traditional Diné style, including warping, carding and spinning. Please bring your own weaving materials and/or projects. Email bmartin@ gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information. SATURDAY, AUG. 24

K-POP FAN PARTY

6 pm @ El Morro Events Center (210 S. Second St.). Join OFPL for a K-pop fan party. Celebrate the 4th anniversary of BTS’ “Dynamite” by making buttons, jewelry, photo cards, bookmarks, and stickers using OPFL MakerSpace equipment. Challenge your friends to trivia or karaoke! MONDAY, AUG. 26

CANVAS WORKSHOP

5 pm @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). If you need to learn about Canvas, then this basic workshop is for you. Learn how to sign-in to your online class, access your course syllabus, navigate modules, and more.

LAB MEETING AND WORK SESSION

4 pm @ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Join in-person or on Zoom. The meetings are scheduled for the fourth Monday of every month. This month, the board will have a work session before the meeting. TUESDAY, AUG. 27

FREE NARCAN TRAINING

12 pm @ OFPL’s main library (115 W. Hill Ave.). A paramedic and a case manager from the First Responders Comprehensive Addiction Recovery Act will present available resources and Narcan training. Each individual will get a box of Narcan. A Q&A to follow. Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov, or call (505) 863-1291 for more information. Box 1772, Gallup, New Mexico 87305, (505-7224463). Unless a responsive pleading or motion is entered by you in tis cause on or before the above date, judgment will be rendered against you by default. The general object of said action is to quiet the title of the following-described property in McKinley County New Mexico. Lot Nine (9) in Block D of BURKE HIGHWAY “66” ADDITION, to the City of Gallup, New Mexico, as the same is shown and designated on the plat of said addition filed in the office of the County Clerk of McKinley County, New Mexico on August 26, 1953. SUBJECT TO all legally existing easements, restrictions and reservations. August 23, 2024 WITNESS the District Judge of the Eleventh District Court of the State of New Mexico, and the seal of said Court this____day of August, 2024.

EATING THE MED WAY

4 pm - 6 pm @ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Learn about the Mediterranean diet with Patricia Largo from New Mexico State University, College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences!

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING

6 pm @ City Council Chambers, Gallup City Hall (110 W. Aztec Ave.). The meeting will also be streamed on the City of Gallup’s Facebook page at City of Gallup, New Mexico Government. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 28

CANVAS WORKSHOP

3 pm @ the UNM-Gallup Zollinger Library (705 Gurley Ave.). If you need to learn about Canvas, then this basic workshop is for you. Learn how to sign-in to your online class, access your course syllabus, navigate modules, and more.

PAINT AND SIP

6 pm - 9 pm @ ART123 Gallery (123 W. Coal Ave.). Have a creative night out! SATURDAY, AUG. 31

JUNK JOURNALING WORKSHOP: BELLY BEADS

1 pm - 3 pm @ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). A junk journal is a handmade book made up of recycled items such as pages from magazines, brochures, patterned paper, music sheets, envelopes, packaging, and more. Belly bands are strips of paper or fabric used to hold other embellishments in place. This workshop is for people 12 years old and older. Email ctatsukawa@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

WE READ, WE TALK HYBRID BOOK CLUB

2 pm in-person at OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.) or on Zoom. OFPL’s book club book for August is Sisters of the Lost Nation by Nick Medina. Email bmartin@ gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.

ONGOING TERRA FIRMA ART SHOW

@ ART123 Gallery (123 W. Coal Ave.). This show features paintings, photographs, quilt squares, sculpture, and prints about the land, working the land, being grounded, holding your ground, and breaking new ground. It will be on display until Sept. 7.

Clerk of the District Court By________________ Deputy Publish: Gallup Sun Publishing, August 9, 2024 August 16, 2024 August 23, 2024 *** ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF McKinley STATE of NEW MEXICO No. D-1113PB-2024-00026 In the Matter of the Estate WINSTON BRUCE TEKALA, Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS VANESSA MICHELLE TEKALA has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of WINSTON BRUCE TEKALA, deceased. All persons having claims against this estate are required to present their claims within four (4)

SMOKEY BEAR READING CHALLENGE

Help Smokey celebrate his 80th birthday by joining the national Smokey Bear Reading Challenge! Read three books and earn four badges to complete the challenge and earn a prize. This challenge is geared towards children ages 4-10, but all ages are welcome to participate. You may pick up and return reading challenge cards at either the OFPL’s Children & Youth Library or Main Library.

FRIENDS OF OFPL BOOK SALE

@ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Browse hundreds of already-enjoyed books that have been handpicked by the library’s staff. Friends of OFPL will have an ongoing book sale at the main library with new materials added daily! Fill up a bag with books for $5 or buy one for $1. Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

FREE HIV, SYPHILIS, AND HEPATITIS C TESTING

@ First Nations Community HealthSource-Gallup (1630 S. Second St.). First Nations Community HealthSource-Gallup offers Free Rapid HIV, Syphilis and Hep C Testing, Monday – Friday from 1 pm to 6:30 pm by appointment. Get your results within minutes. To schedule an appointment call (505) 863-8827.

BUILD-YOUR-OWN-BUNDLE

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

GOOGLE CAREER CERTIFICATE SCHOLARSHIP

Gallup Career Academy is an OFPL MakerSpace and Grow with Google partnership. Designed to help employees get the skills they need to grow in their careers. Average starting salaries of $63,600 per year.Visit ofpl.online. Enroll and start on your career path today!

To post a nonprofit or civic event in the calendar section, please email: gallupsunevents@gmail. com or fax: (505) 2120391. Deadline: Monday at 5 pm.

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 the offices of Mason & Isaacson, P.A., 104 East Aztec Avenue, Gallup, New Mexico, 87301, attorneys for the Personal Representative, or filed with the District Court of McKinley County, New Mexico. Dated: July 25, 2024 VANESSA MICHELLE TEKALA Personal Representative MASON & ISAACSON, P.A. By: Thomas Lynn Isaacson Attorneys for Personal Representative 104 East Aztec Avenue Gallup, New Mexico 87031 (505) 722-4463 tli@milawfirm.net Publish: Gallup Sun August 2, 2024 August 9, 2024 August 16 2024

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