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The mystery of Billy the Kid DID THE WILD WEST MYTH HAVE GALLUP/RAMAH TIES?

By Molly Ann Howell Sun Correspondent

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illy the Kid is a bit of a wild west myth. Something to hold on to, something to remember the olden days by.

But who was he, really? Who is really buried in the ground out at Fort Sumner? Some people don’t think that it’s Billy the Kid – who was born Henry McCarthy – who was buried there on July 14, 1881. Instead, some people believe someone else is buried at the gravesite and that the Kid actually escaped, changed his name, and was able to live somewhere else – perhaps in Ramah.

Billy the Kid was born sometime around between 1859-1861, according to aboutbillythekid. com, although his actual date of birth is unknown. His mother died when he was 15, and after that, McCarthy’s life took a turn for the worst. He began stealing and picking fights.

But it wasn’t until the Lincoln County War in 1878 that McCarthy became a true outlaw.

The War started when a man named John Turnstall came to Lincoln County, N.M., and set up a store. Businessman and store owner Lawrence Murphy and his business partners dominated

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the town and county of Lincoln, and they were not happy when Turnstall arrived.

The conflict came to a head when Turnstall was shot on Feb. 18, 1878. Turnstall’s cowboys, who called themselves “the Regulators,” went out to avenge him, and McCarthy was a part of that group. A battle ensued, lasting five days in Lincoln.

After the battle, McCarthy fled, officially labeled an outlaw.

McCarthy and three other men were eventually accused of murdering a man named Morris Bernstein, who was simply caught up in the gunfire of the war on Aug. 5, 1878.

McCarthy, a.k.a. “Billy the Kid,” was captured in December 1880 by Lincoln County Sheriff Pat Garrett and stood trial for Bernstein’s murder. He was sentenced to death by hanging in April 1881 but escaped jail on April 28, 1881, after he killed two deputies.

McCarthy was able to remain on the run until Garrett tracked him down on July 14 at a ranch in Fort Sumner, N.M., and shot him.

Or did he?

Many men have claimed to have been Billy the Kid, but the one with local ties was from Ramah and his name was John Miller.

Billy the Kid, on the left, playing croquet in New Mexico in 1878. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Wikimedia W H O WA S J O H N MILLER? In an interview with the Sun, Michael Giudicissi, a man who has a podcast about Billy the Kid, titled All Things Billy the Kid, explained John’s background, and shared some evidence that backs the theory that John was indeed Billy the Kid. Giudicissi started his podcast

on Jan. 2, 2022. He’s been interested in Billy the Kid and the legend behind him ever since he saw the movie Young Guns as a teenager on a date. He said he hadn’t really wanted to see the movie, but the girl he was dating was “in love with Kiefer Sutherland,” who played Josiah Gordon “Doc” Scurlock, a founding member of the Regulators.

However, he said once he saw all the action on screen, he was hooked on the story of Billy the Kid. “I was fascinated, wondering if what I was seeing on the screen was actually the truth,” Giudicissi said.

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The first record of John is his marriage license from Aug. 8, 1881, which was less than a month from when Billy the Kid allegedly died. John married a woman named Isadora in Las Vegas, N.M. During the wedding ceremony, John was allegedly seen with a gunshot wound, Giudiccisi said.

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“John Miller has not been proven not to be Billy the Kid. But the reason for that is because there’s essentially zero information, data, facts, or evidence about John Miller’s existence before 1881 or so,” Giudicissi said. “So while you can look circumstantially and say he probably wasn’t [Billy the Kid] for a number of these reasons, we can’t place him anywhere else that would exclude him from being Billy the Kid, and I think that’s the part that fascinates some people, and that’s why the legend of John Miller potentially being the Kid grew.”

Giudicissi listed a few facts that point to the possibility of John being the Kid. “If you look at pictures of Miller later in life, he’s got the narrow shoulders like Billy did …. You can look at him and ‘okay, that’s a guy who could’ve been Billy,’” Giudicissi said.

“The one photo that we have

John Lewis purchased this gun at an estate sale in 2008. When he brought it back to the Stagecoach Cafe, a woman approached him and told him that the gun belonged to her grandfather, but it originally belonged to Billy the Kid. Photo Credit: Jenny Pond definitively of Billy was taken in 1879, maybe 1880, when he was no more than 20 years old, and could’ve been as young as 17 at that time. So to try and compare that old photo, which is in horrible shape, to a photo of a guy that was taken 60-70 years

later, it’s pretty challenging. But there’s no obvious thing that says it couldn’t be him because John Miller had four arms or something like that.”

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Max Miller was the adoptive son of John Miller. His great-granddaughter Leeah N. LongEdwards said this photo was taken sometime between 1964 and 1967. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Leeah N. Long-Edwards Another fact that suggests that John may have been Billy the Kid is the lifestyle he and his wife led. Although they did live in Ramah for a time managing cattle, they often moved around.

“The second thing is John Miller and his wife lived a kind of nomadic lifestyle. Almost as if they didn’t want to stay in one place too long,” Giudicissi explained. “So people who believe [John Miller is Billy the Kid] seize upon that and say, ‘well of course if he was Billy he wouldn’t want to hang around

admitted to being Billy the Kid while he was drunk, but once he sobered up the next day, he would deny what he’d previously said.

John died in 1937 in Prescott, Ariz., in a nursing home, according to Giudicissi. Isadora had died years earlier in a fire that consumed their home.

Giudicissi noted that after John died, a probate officer found a trunk in John’s room at

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BILLY THE KID | FROM PAGE 6 the nursing home he was living in. He knew it needed to go to the next of kin, so he went on a mission to the Gallup/Ramah area to find someone related to John.

John and Isadora never had

biological children, but they did adopt a Native American boy named Max. Giudicissi said he wasn’t sure if the man was able to find Max Miller when he traveled to the Ramah/Gallup area.

The trunk supposedly contained information proving that John was Billy the Kid. However,

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Giudicissi said the contents of the trunk were never disclosed publicly.

“I think the idea that there’s a trunk out there with something in it that could prove John Miller was Billy the Kid still fascinates some people,” Giudicissi said.

JOHN MILLER’S LEGACY Max may have been adopted, but the family he would go on to have still claim John Miller as their own and believe that he was, in fact, Billy the Kid. Leeah N. Long-Edwards, Max’s biological great-granddaughter, said she thinks her adopted great-great-grandfather was the famous outlaw.

“I believe what I’ve read and what I’ve heard from family members that John Miller was Billy the Kid,” Long-Edwards said. “My interest was first sparked when my dad had me read Whatever Happened to Billy the Kid? by Helen Airy, and since then I’ve done a lot of research and I’ve been so involved in everything and anything that mentions Billy the Kid. So, for me, it can’t not be true.”

Giudicissi has also read Airy’s book, although he has a bit of a different opinion than LongEdwards. He said the book was filled with “hearsay” rather than facts and that Airy used recollections from people who reported stories they heard from other people.

As for the trunk, LongEdwards said her dad, Lloyd Long, heard about it but that her family ultimately believes that the trunk was lost in the fire that killed Isadora. However, the family does believe that the trunk held a pistol and rifle inside it.

In 2008, Stagecoach Café owner John Lewis may have actually found one of the guns that might have belonged to John.

He bought the gun at an estate sale. He brought his new purchase back to the Café, where a group gathered to take a look

at it.

Lewis said that’s when a woman approached him and said the gun belonged to her grandfather and that Billy the Kid originally owned it. Lewis never caught the woman’s name, and he said he hasn’t heard from her since.

When Long-Edwards heard Lewis’s story, she immediately reached out to him and set up a meeting so that she and her dad could see the gun. In her interview with the Sun, LongEdwards said that the meeting was scheduled for the week of Jan. 2, weather permitting.

Long-Edwards said she’s looking forward to talking to Lewis and learning what he knows about John and Billy the Kid in general.

As for Lloyd, he grew up with people telling him that his grandfather Max was Billy the Kid’s kid.

Long-Edwards says her dad wishes he had written down the things that were discussed about John Miller and Billy the Kid when he was younger. It was his mother, Maxine Miller, who knew the stories about Billy the Kid. Her father was Max, and he always told her stories about her grandfather.

Maxine died in July 2008 when she was 74 years old. LongEdwards said a lot of the Billy the Kid family stories died with her grandmother.

As for John, the family is just as uncertain as the rest of the world of when he was born. But Long-Edwards confirmed he did die in November 1937.

Nowadays, the story of Billy the Kid and their family connection to the myth is something that brings Long-Edwards’s family together. She said that when someone in the family, such as herself, her dad, her husband, or her older sister, finds something new about Billy the Kid, they all gather to discuss it.

“It brings us together because

we all share the same interest, and we can all agree about it,” Long-Edwards said. “It’s also a way to keep my grandma Maxine around because when we talk about it, we usually venture out and my dad starts talking about his younger days, or about my grandma.”

THE MYSTERY PERSISTS So while it is still unknown whether Billy the Kid died on July 14, 1881, or if he escaped and lived his life under another name (perhaps John Miller), Long-Edwards says that’s what makes the Billy the Kid story fun.

“That’s the beauty of it,” LongEdwards said. “It’s what you believe, and there’s just something really special about not knowing.”

John is buried in Prescott, Ariz. In May 2005, the former sheriff of Lincoln County, Tom Sullivan, and the former mayor of Capitan, N.M., Steve Sederwall, exhumed John’s body.

Giudicissi said they were able to find remains of John’s skull, and it did have two “buck teeth” similar to Billy’s.

The two men soon faced legal troubles and lots of backlash.

According to a 2005 Tucson Weekly article, Fredrick Nolan, author of The West of Billy the Kid, declared the dig-up effort ridiculous and the two men “ignorant of history.”

Giudicissi said that at the time, there was nothing to compare John’s DNA to, so people could learn if he was the real Billy the Kid. At the time, there was discussion about exhuming the body of Billy’s mother, Catherine Antrim.

However, almost 20 years later, there is still no clear answer. And Long-Edwards and her family are okay with that.

She said they would not want John’s body exhumed again.

“I hope [the myth] is continued,” Long-Edwards said. “I hope it’s questioned for generations.”

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Man shot during New Year’s Eve argument Staff Reports

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wo men got into an argument over rent, and it ended with one man, Lazaro Lutsie, shooting the other in the head.

On Dec. 31, around 6 pm, McKinley County Sheriff’s deputies were called to 702 Pillar Ave. in Gamerco when they received the call about a possible gunshot victim.

When the deputies entered the trailer, they found the victim lying on the ground with a gunshot wound to the head.

Two women were at the scene, and they told deputies that the victim and Lutsie, 24, had gotten into an argument about rent.

The women said that the four of them had been drinking when the victim and Lutsie began arguing. All four of them live in the trailer, and their

landlord had stopped by and asked for the rent.

According to the deputies’ report, the women were able to separate the two men into different room s, but they just kept yelling at each other.

Eventua lly, t he v ic t i m Lazaro Lutsie entered the room Lutsie was in, and that’s when he picked up his 9mm pistol and shot the victim.

The victim was taken to the hospital, where he is currently in critical condition.

As he fled the scene Lutsie dropped the gun in the trash.

I n a n i nt er v iew w it h the Sun, McKinley County Undersheriff James Maiorano III said that around 3 am on Jan. 1, about nine hours

after the shooting, Lutsie approached a Gallup Police officer and turned himself in.

He was booked into the McK i n l e y C o u n t y A d u l t Detention Center around 6 am.

Lutsie is facing charges of aggravated battery and tampering with evidence. His fi rst appearance in court was on Jan. 3.

Maiorano said he was proud of how his deputies handled the situation.

“I think they did an outstanding job. Our response time for the original call for service was less than two minutes … and our investigations division agents did an excellent job coming out in the middle of the night to fi le the warrant and make sure our suspect was put in jail that day,” Maiorano said. “I’m very happy that we were able to resolve that in less than 24 hours.”

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Weekly DWI Report Staff Reports Featured DWI Nastassia Martinez Dec. 19, 1:34 pm DWI (Fourth) Reck less d r iving led to a Gallup woman, Nastassia Martinez, 41, being arrested and charged with her fourth DWI. A calling party informed M e t r o Dispatch of a black Chevrolet SUV driving recklessly westbound on Highway 118 from Highway 566. McKinley County Sheriff’s Deputy Brandon Salazar responded to the attemptto-locate that was issued by Metro Dispatch and located the suspect

vehicle with further assistance from the caller.

The SUV was reportedly found weaving through traffic and driving on the shoulder near the New Mexico State Police Office at 4200 U.S. Hwy. 66. Salazar pulled the SUV over and conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of Highway 118 and Toltec Drive.

Salazar approached the vehicle from the passenger side and met the driver, Martinez. Salazar noted in the report Martinez looked visibly confused and did not respond to his questions. She also showed signs of intoxication including bloodshot eyes and a strong smell of alcohol coming from inside the vehicle along with numerous open containers.

Martinez did not respond to Salazar’s commands and exited the vehicle with his assistance.

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Standard Field Sobriety Tests as well as the alternative tests once she noted she had an issue with her leg. She was placed under arrest for her refusal and Salazar was advised by Metro Dispatch that she had three prior DWIs. After obtaining a blood draw warrant from the District Court, Salazar transported Martinez to Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services for the draw before transporting her to McKinley Count y Adult Detention Center, where she was booked for DWI (third), reckless driving, suspended license, and having an open container in a vehicle. Her preliminary examination was on Jan. 4. No further court updates were available at press time.

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“Our faith in the law derives from its unwavering commitment to include the interest of all and not the favored few.

Justice is our North Star and the guiding principle of a free

people.”

Torrez, after taking his oath, appointed his new leadership team; James Grayson, Ch ief Deput y At tor ney Gener a l, Ca rla Ma r t i nez, Chief Administrative Officer, Taylor Bui, Chief of Sta ff and Adolfo Mendez, Special Counsel.

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ANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced the appointment of Gabriel Aguilera, Brian Moore, and Patrick O’Connell to the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission on Dec. 30, who all began their roles at the PRC the next day. “ T hese appoi ntees a re experienced professionals who have the skills needed to oversee an energy transition that is affordable, effective and equitable for every New Mexico community,” Lu jan Gr i sh a m sa id i n a pre s s release published Dec. 30.

“I’m grateful to each of these individuals for providing their expertise in service of our state.”

The governor also signed an executive order creating a Tribal Advisory Council to provide input to the commission on Dec. 30. The executive order proposes the selection of one representative from the eight northern Pueblos, one from the 10 souther n Pueblos, one from one of the Apache tribes and one from the Nava jo Nation. In the executive order, the governor strongly encourages the PRC to meet with the Tribal Advisory Council on a regular basis and consult with its leadership at PRC meetings.

“It’s extremely important that we ensure tribal voices are heard on issues before the PRC, regardless of who is appointed to the commission now and into the future, i nc lud i n g t he c ont i nue d STATE & REGION

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implementation of the landmark Energy Transition Act in tribal communities,” Lujan Grisham said.

A g u i l e r a h a s wo r ke d fo r t h e Fe d e r a l E n e r g y Regulatory Commission since 2007, most recently serving as Senior Policy Advisor for the Commission’s Office of Energy Market Regulation western region. He is a graduate of New Mexico State University and holds a Master of Business Administration f r o m t h e Un i v e r s i t y o f M a r yl a nd . H i s t e r m of appointment is four years.

Moore is a former state legislator representing eastern New Mexico counties.

He is the President and CEO of Ranch Market supermarket in Clayton, N.M. Moore previously served as the legislative team leader for the New Mexico Association of Counties, as well as on the state’s Renewable Energ y T ra n sm is sion Aut hor it y Board and Lujan Grisham’s Economic Recovery Council.

He attended the University of D e n v e r. H i s t e r m of

appointment is two years.

O’Con nel l i s a profe s sional engineer with more than 28 years of experience in New Mexico utilities. He is the Clean Energy Program Interim Director at Western Resource Advocates. He previously worked for the Public Ser v ice Compa ny of New Mex ico, New Mex ico Ga s Company and the Sangre de Cristo Water Company.

He holds a civil engineering degree from the University of New Mexico. His term of appointment is six years.

Pr ior to these appointments, members of the PRC

were elected to office. In 2020, the New Mexico voters ratified the Legislature’s proposal to amend the state constitution to change the makeup of the Commission from a five-member elected body to a three-member governor-appointed panel starting in January 2023.

The governor selected the three new commissioners from a group of nine individuals vetted and submitted by the PRC Nominating Committee. This process was established in the 2020 constitutional amendment reforming the commission.

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Legislations approved by Naabik’íyáti’ Committee move forward to Navajo Nation Council special session Staff Reports

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INDOW ROCK, ARIZ. – Over the span of two days, the Naabik’íyáti’ Committee of the 24th Navajo Nation Council held a Special Meeting to pass 21 legislations, with 18 legislations moving forward to the Navajo Nation Council. Due to time constraints during the Special Meeting, Legislation No. 024022 and Legislation No. 0251-22 timed out but have the opportunity to move onto the next Special Session.

During old business of the approved agenda, Legislation No. 0232-21, sponsored by Hon. Seth Damon and co-sponsored

by Hon. Elmer P. Begay, passed to approve oil and gas operating agreements between the Navajo Nation and Navajo Nation Oil and Gas Company for Tohachee Wash, Beautiful Mountain, and Porcupine Dome in San Juan

The Great Seal of the Navajo Nation in the Navajo Nation Council Chamber in Window Rock, Ariz. Photo Credit: Courtesy of Kyron Hardy County.

Legislation No. 0232-21 would allow NNOGC to conduct oil and gas explorations in these areas and begin production of the resources found.

Although the bill passed, concerns surrounding the language within the Memorandum of

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Understanding were voiced.

On new business, two consent agendas with 12 legislations were unanimously passed which would approve Navajo Nation Fiscal Recovery Fund Delegate Region Project Plans for Hon. Amber K. Crotty, Hon. Wilson C. Stewart, Elmer, Hon. Vince

R. James, Hon. Kee Allen Begay, Jr., Hon. Eugene Tso, and Hon. Nathaniel Brown, among others.

Furthermore, Legislation No. 0241-22 sponsored by Hon. Jamie Henio and co-sponsors Hon. Pernell Halona and Hon. Daniel E. Tso was passed to approve the purchase of the 6,349 acre property near Tohajíílee, N.M., known as the Chaves Ranch.

Wit h t he approx i mate $19 million purchase, the bill would also direct the Executive Director of the Division of Natural Resources and the Department Manager of the Navajo Land Department to immediately initiate and process the purchase of the Chaves Ranch.

In addition, Legislation No. 0259-22 was passed to approve an allocation of $8 million from the Síhasin Fund to provide loans and support for microenterprises, small businesses, businesses, and community development projects across the Navajo Nation. The Navajo Com mu n it y Development Financial Institution will utilize these funds over the course of five years with a portion provided for administrative and support costs.

The Síhasin Fund provides financial support and/or fi nancing for community and regional infrastructure to promote economic development within the Navajo Nation. Hon. Jimmy Yellowhair was the sponsor and Hon. Edison J. Wauneka is the co-sponsor for this bill.

During the Special Meeting, Legislation No. 0238-22 was also approved, which would appropriate over $1.8 million from

the Unreserved, Undesignated Fund Balance for Navajo Nation Chapters to respond to weather-related emergencies expected this winter season.

Sponsored by Eugene and co-sponsored Daniel and Hon. Thomas Walker, Jr., the bill would approve all 110 Chapters to receive sufficient funding to replenish each of their Emergency Fund accounts back to the established amount of $25,000.

Legislation No. 0232-22 as the last bill approved, would allocate over $17.5 million from the Síhasin Fund for the Navajo Nation Shopping Centers, Inc. to implement and complete its proposed expansion project for the Dilkon Shopping Center along with the project’s expenditure plan.

Sponsored by Elmer and co-sponsored by Walker, the bill explains the estimated costs of the project, anticipated local economic benefits, potential tax revenues, and other matters regarding the expansion project.

Additionally, Dilkon Chapter subm it ted a resolut ion expressing their full support for NNSCI’s project as it would bring in additional tax revenue to the Navajo Nation.

I m med iately fol low i ng the conclusion of the Special Meeting, the 24th Navajo Nation Council will convene to begin a two-day Special Session to hear over 30 legislations. All legislations needing Navajo Nation Council as fi nal authority and are not considered during the Special Session will expire at the end of the year.

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he 24th Navajo Nation Council honored the life of former Arizona Senator James Henderson Jr. in a press release published on Jan. 2. Henderson passed away in Gallup on Dec. 30.

“It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of an amazing father, grandfather, husband, and leader who advocated for his constituents on a state and federal level,” Hon. Speaker Otto Tso said. “During his career as an elected official, Honorable Senator James Henderson Jr. made it his priority to be the voice of our children, elders, a nd fa m i l ie s a c r o s s t he Navajo Nation and the State of Arizona.”

Henderson was born on May 15, 1942, in Ga nado, A r i z . He t hen g r a du at ed from Riverside Indian School located in Anadarko, Okla.

Before serving as an elected of f ic i a l , He nder s on w a s drafted to the U.S Army in 1966 where he served in the Vietnam War until 1968.

Due to being wounded during the war, Henderson was honorably discharged and was awarded the Purple Heart medal.

Upon retur ning, he attended Uta h State Un i v e r s i t y. A f t e r w a r d s , he worked for the Arizona Depa r tment of Econom ic Security as an Employment Counselor. Later in his early career, Henderson worked for the Bureau of Indian Affairs as a manager for seven years.

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In 1985, Henderson was s wor n i nt o t he A r i z on a State Senate representing District 3 and served until 1999. Additionally, he served as National Commander of the Navajo Nation Veterans Organization. He spent his years advocating on behalf of veterans, elders and youth.

He i s su r v ived by h i s w i fe E l a i ne He nd e r s o n , sister Ma rcel la Hubba rd, his daughters, Dr. Sharon Henderson, Valerie Henderson, Karlene Henderson, Valencia

Henderson, Clarissa Henderson-Smith, Jamesina Henderson, a nd Adr ienne Moya, sons; Toby Henderson, A lt on Hender s on , Ja i me Hender son a nd Ma rcus Henderson, Jeffrey Moya , and Daniel Moya, 46 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Phoebe Henderson, siblings Milton Henderson, Ruth Ann Henderson and Melinda Henderson.

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Close call in hoops Taos Tiger Noah Washington (10) looks to make a shot as Gallup Bengal Kristian Touchine (4) defends the basket. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Taos Tiger Mateo Chavez (3) advances down the court as the Gallup Bengals defend the goal during the Dec. 28 game. The Bengals won 63-60. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

Gallup Bengal Nathaniel Yazzie (25) looks for an open teammate as Taos Tiger Mateo Chavez (3) moves to block him. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

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Gallup Bengal Brett Baker (42) shoots a free throw during the game on Dec. 28. Photo Credit: Kim Helfenbein

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Sports schedule for week of Jan. 6 Boys Basketball 1/7 Thoreau v. West Las Vegas 3 pm Away 1/9 Nava jo Pine v.

Newcomb 7 pm Home 1/10 Gallup v. Grants 7 pm Away 1 /10 M iy a mu r a v.

Farmington 7 pm Home 1/10 Ramah @ Zuni 7:30 pm 1 / 10 T h o r e a u v.

Newcomb 7 pm Home 1/10 Tohatchi v. Navajo Prep 7 pm Home 1/11 Crownpoint v.

Fort Wingate 7 pm Home 1/11 Tse’ Yi’ Ga v.

Coronado 6:30 pm Home 1/12 Navajo Pine v.

Northwest 6:30 pm Away 1/12 Thoreau v. Navajo Prep 7 pm Away 1 / 1 2 To h a t c h i @ Crownpoint 7 pm

Girls Basketball 1/6 Miyamura v. Grants 7 pm Away 1/7 Thoreau v. Grants 7 pm Home 1 / 7 T o h a t c h i v.

Kirtland Central 4 pm Home 1 / 9 M i y a m u r a v.

Farmington 7 pm Away 1/9 Nava jo Pine v.

Newcomb 5:30 pm Home 1/9 Tohatchi v. Piedra Vista 7 pm Away 1/10 Gallup v. Grants 7 pm Home 1/10 Ramah @ Zuni 6 pm 1/11 Crownpoint v.

Fort Wingate 7 pm Home 1 / 1 1 T h o r e a u v.

Newcomb 7 pm Away 1/11 Tse’ Yi’ Ga v.

Coronado 5 pm Home 1/12 Navajo Pine v.

Northwest 5 pm Away

Sports scores for Dec. 21 - Jan. 3 Boys Basketball 12/21 61-47 (L) Miyamura v. Magdalena 12/21 63-60 (W) Thoreau v. Pine Hill 12/21 61-22 (L) Tse’ Yi’ Gai vs. Jemez Valley 12/22 55-44 (L) Crownpoint v. Kirtland Central 12/27 48-41 (L) Ramah v. Native American Community Academy 12/27 82-18 (L) Tse’ Yi’ Ga v. Alamo Navajo 12/28 63-60 (W) Gallup v. Taos 12/28 61-40 (W) Tse’ Yi’ Ga @ Ramah 12/29 61-50 (W) Ramah v. Hozho Academy 12/29 54-39 (L) Tse’ Yi’ Ga v. Jemez Valley 12/30 75-38 (L) Navajo Pine v. Escalante 1/3 77-46 (W) Crownpoint v. Laguna Academy

Girls Basketball 12/21 52-14 (W) Tohatchi v. Cuba 12/21 79-37 (L) Tse’ Yi’ Ga v. Jemez Valley 12/27 50-42 (L) Ramah v. Cimarron 12/27 82-39 (L) Tse’ Yi’ Ga v. Jemez Valley 12/28 50-25 (W) Miyamura v. Dexter 12/28 61-39 (L) Ramah v. Mescalero Apache 12/29 36-24 (W) Miyamura v. Belen 12/29 68 -22 (W) Ramah v. Hozho Academy 12/29 55-44 (W) Thoreau v. Santa Rosa 12/29 49-33 (L) Tse’ Yi’ Ga v. Cimarron 12/30 64-16 (L) Navajo Pine v. Escalante 12/30 51-50 (W) Thoreau v. Tucumcari 12/31 49-21 (W) Thoreau v. Raton 1/3 63-57 (W) Gallup v. Hope Christian

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‘White Noise’ is a mixed bag

By Glenn Kay For the Sun RATING:  OUT OF  RUNNING TIME: 136 MINUTES T h i s feat u re i s now streaming on Netflix.

As 2022 came to an end, it certainly seemed as if there were a lot of grandiose (and lengthy) features striving to combine many elements and ideas into a cohesive whole. Based on a well-regarded book by Don DeLillo, White Noise attempts to combine comedy with personal drama, as well as elements from disaster pictures. Heck, it even throws in a dance number for good measure. It’s all a bit messy and the results are ultimately uneven, but at least there are individual sections that do work and a few fun moments to behold.

The film starts in 1984 and focuses on a charismatic but

Adam Driver and Greta Gerwig play a couple who have to escape their hometown when disaster strikes in ‘White Noise.’ Photo Credit: Netflix death-obsessed college professor named Jack Gladney (Adam Driver). He spends his days teaching “Hitler” studies, as well as hearing colleagues like Murray Siskind (Don Cheadle) talk about subjects like popular culture. He returns home to a very eccentric family.

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to find some form of psychological relief for his condition.

As mentioned, the movie generally emphasizes humor when dealing with the lead’s fear of death, but it does lead to various scenarios that are quite different in tone. The shifting plot elements could have resulted in a total mess, but the cast are all excellent and there are certainly some funny moments. Early on, a couple of lectures given by Siskind on popular culture will raise a smile from anyone who has taken a film or media studies course. Some of his theories on violence and its effects on the psyche are both diverting and rib-tickling.

And when literal disaster strikes the town and the family is forced to evacuate, the movie effectively pokes fun at tropes common in disaster pictures.

Some of these really enjoyable bits include the family stuck on a highway and peering into other cars to figure out the

proper reaction to their surreal situation. When events turn chaotic, there’s a humorous bit involving Jack reentering a fracas to retrieve a young family member’s stuffed animal. And the best scene involves the leads taking their car on an ill-advised back route to avoid the masses of reckless drivers.

But for all of the successful bits, there are several that don’t hit the mark. The last third of the movie deals with marital strife and a very extreme act that Jack takes in order to both deal with a problem and make himself feel more alive in the process.

Besides a joke involving a light source, the humor doesn’t work as effectively in this part of the film as the tone becomes more dramatic. And the movie’s summation on how and where to find hope results in an unexpected musical sequence – while the setting is visually impressive and the choreography is elaborate, in the end it doesn’t overwhelm or leave a big impression.

Overall, White Noise is a bit of a mixed bag, both in terms of its content and the effectiveness of the end result. We are seeing a man going through an existential crisis on how to deal with his own inevitable demise and some of the story’s humorous observations are sharp. When the movie satirizes the disaster genre, many of the gags earn chuckles.

Unfortunately, it is also overstuffed and suffers from a slower-pace during its final third and a finale that doesn’t overwhelm.

In the end, this is an ambitious effort with enough goodwill to earn it a modest recommendation… viewers just shouldn’t be expecting a film that will earn a great many award nominations over the coming months.

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Blu-ray/DVD Roundup for January 6, 2022

By Glenn Kay For the Sun

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elcome back to another look at highlights arriving on Bluray and DVD. With the holiday season just ending, it’s a shorter list than usual, but there are still plenty of interesting titles coming your way. So, if you can’t make it out to the movies this week or need to stay indoors, be sure to check out one of these titles.

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ARMAGEDDON TIME: This period drama is loosely based on the personal exper iences of writer/director Ja mes Gray (A d A s t r a ,T h e Lost City of Z). A young boy struggles at school and has a difficult time getting on with his parents, but shows interest in other areas. When he meets a young black student being treated unfairly by teachers, the two become fast friends. As the school year passes, both of the kids face challenges and plot to run away from home.

Reaction towards the picture was generally positive.

About one-quarter of reviewers had trouble connecting with the characters and found it overly sentimental. Regardless, the majority liked the young actors, found that the movie handled its themes in a thoughtful manner. They also said it perfectly captured the era it was set in. It stars Anne Hathaway, Jeremy Strong, Banks Repeta, Jaylin Webb and Anthony Hopkins.

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THE BARN PART II: The 2016 independent horror fi lm The Barn was set in 1989 and followed a group of friends driving to a concert. They awaken an evil force after their car breaks next to a barn.

This sequel picks up after the end of a lengthy ban on holiday festivities in the area.

A sorority decides to turn the very same barn into a haunted house and open it to the public. They soon discover the evil forces residing within the building.

This effort is debuting on disc and thus far there are only a few notices from genre fans available. They enjoyed the picture, commenting that it effectively recreates the feeling of old, direct-to-video horror movies from the early 1990s.

These writers also appreciated the numerous cameos from genre veterans. The cast includes Diana Prince, Linnea Quigley, Doug Bradley, Julie Anne Prescott, Lloyd Kaufman and John Blood (aka Joe Bob Briggs).

BLACK ADAM: The latest comic book superhero movie adaptation to arrive on disc features this character from the DC universe.

It all starts 5,000 years ago with an Egyptian boy bei ng bestowed with incredible powers by ancient gods. A fter being imprisoned for centuries, Black Adam returns when a new villain arises with plans to rule the world. The mighty figure must adapt to the modern world and learn who he can trust before trying to mete out justice.

Reviews were surprisingly poor for this expensive epic.

Slightly more than one-third of write-ups thought it delivered enough action and star power to overcome its story flaws and earn the movie a modest recommendation. But the majority thought the lead’s charisma was wasted and that the fi lm was over-the-top, repetitive and ultimately a slog to watch.

It features Dwayne Johnson, Aldis Hodge, Pierce Brosnan, Noah Centineo, Sarah Shahi, Quintessa Swindell, Marwan Kenzari and Henry Winkler.

M EMO R I E S O F M Y FATHER: Those looking for an international drama can check out this effort from Spain.

It’s a biopic detailing the life of Héctor Abad Gómez, a doctor and human rights activ ist in Columbia during the 1970s.

The fi lm was made by the man’s son and it begins with Gómez teaching his family tolerance and love. Unfortunately, they are faced with terrible challenges after cancer takes the life of one of his children.

He begins fighting for social and political causes, putting his life at risk in the process.

The press rated this feature quite highly. A small contingent thought it was slow and lacked tension, also suggesting that the fi nal act was overly melodramatic. Still, everyone else thought the father-son connection in the fi lm was authentic and on-point, calling the end result well-acted and moving.

It stars Javier Cámara and Nicolás Reyes Cano.

ON THE L INE: T h is independent thriller follows a radio talk show host who goes through an ordeal one night on the job. While broadcasting, he gets a call from a maniac who has stalked the lead and is threatening to kill his family live on the air while they talk.

To save his loved ones, the host plays a survival game with his tormentor and tries to keep the figure on the line until police can help.

This effort didn’t impress critics and is debuting on disc as a DVD-only title. A few found the movie tense, thought the lead was good in the role and complimented the feature as one that left a longer impression than expected. The rest criticized the screenplay for having outrageous and unbelievable plot twists that took them out of the story. The cast includes Mel Gibson, William Moseley, Alia Seror-O’Neill, Paul Spera and Kevin Dillon.

PREY FOR THE DEVIL: According to the writers behind this horror movie, the number of recent demonic possessions have been going through the roof. Learning about the

shortage of exorcists, Si st er A n n de c ide s t o become one.

She joins a s c ho ol fo r wannabe exorcists o p e ne d by the Catholic Church. After meeting with some resistance as the institute’s first female student, the lead fi nds herself locked in a battle to save the soul of a young, possessed girl.

Reviewers generally panned this release. A few were amused by the concept and thought it contained a few decent jumpscares. Everyone else thought it was derivative, poorly written and, at times, ridiculous to the point of being unintentionally funny. The movie features Jacqueline Byers, Colin Salmon, Christian Navarro, Lisa Palfrey and Ben Cross.

THE SYSTEM: A young soldier returns from abroad only to fi nd himself accidentally caught up in the middle

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How do annuities work?

By Lawrence Castillo Guest Columnist

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nnuities are financial products that provide a guaranteed income stream in exchange for a lump sum payment or series of payments. There are several different types of annuities, including fixed, variable, and indexed, each with its own features and benefits.

Here is an overview of how annuities work: 1. A n i nd iv idua l enter s into a contract with an insurance company to purchase an

annuity.

2. The individual makes a lump sum payment or a series of payments to the insurance company.

3. The insurance company invests the payments and earns a return on the investment.

4. The individual can choose to receive the income from the annuity in a number of ways, such as: • A fixed amount each month, quarter, or year • A variable amount that depends on the performance of the underlying investments • A combination of the two

5. The income payments from the annuity are guaranteed for a specified period of time or for the remainder of the individual’s life.

One common type of annuity is a fixed annuity, which provides a guaranteed rate of return and a guaranteed income stream for a specified period of time. The income stream can be received all at once in a lump sum, or it can be received in installments over a period of time.

Before making a purchase, it is important to carefully review the terms of the annuity

contract, including the fees, surrender charges, and any restrictions on withdrawing funds.

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It’s not as bad as it sounds ‘Grammar Guy’

By Curtis Honeycutt Guest Columnist

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’ve been accused of acting my shoe size more times than I can count. I’m OK with that. Why is that, you ask?

Kids have way more fun.

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If we take ourselves too seriously, we’ll turn into gargoyles — stiffly observing the world around us from our lofty perches. No thanks.

With that in mind, here are some words I’ve collected that only sound bad — they’re actually completely innocent words (I promise!).

Let’s start with the word you know about: masticate. All masticate means is to chew.

There’s no need to have your

Curtis Honeycutt mind in the gutter when someone utters “masticate.”

Have you ever seen an aholehole? Before you ask me if I kiss my mother with

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that mouth, let me assure you that an aholehole can be found swimming around the Hawaiian Islands. In fact, an aholehole is a species of fl agtail fi sh. Aholeholes are silver and have big tails that kind of look like fl ags.

Speaking of fi sh, have you ever heard of a lumpsucker?

Don’t wor r y — you don’t have to shield your children’s eyes. In fact, a lumpsucker is another name for a lumpfi sh.

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CURTIS HONEYCUTT | FROM PAGE 18 These fi sh, which come in a few lumpy, frumpy varieties, can be found in an ocean near you.

Fun fact: lumpsuckers have pelvic fi ns that act as suction discs, allowing them to attach themselves to other objects.

While those words were

BLU-RAY/DVD | FROM PAGE 17 of a drug bust. Authorities tell the lead that he shows promise as an agent and hire him. He is assigned to go undercover as an inmate and investigate illegal activities at a penitentiary.

But after arriving, the hero discovers that the sinister warden organizes and forces prisoners to participate in an underground fighting ring. The lead has to use his fists and his brains to outsmart the warden and survive.

Response towards this independent action film was mixed-negative. Nearly half suggested that it reminded them of 80s genre pictures and effectively depicted criminal behavior on the part of prison staff.

Still, the consensus was that the movie was exaggerated, unmemorable and ultimately silly. It stars Tyrese Gibson, Terrence Howard, Jeremy Piven and Lil Yachty.

BL ASTS FROM THE PAST! This edition is a little lean on classic releases getting upgrades, but there are a couple of noteworthy products arriving on store shelves.

First up is The Adventures of Baron Munchausen (1988) from Criterion. For those unfamiliar with this title from OPINIONS

admittedly fishy, the next word will make you blush. In fact, it may replace “moist” as your new least-favorite word.

The word is “invagination.”

Before you cancel your subscription, let me assure you that “invagination” is the act of putting a sword into its sheath. When you “invaginate” something, you put an object into a sheath or pocket. Don’t

look at me — I didn’t make it up.

Have you ever ex per ienced a fartlek? If you think this word doesn’t pass the sniff test, then think again!

Fartlek is a Swedish method of long-distance running training that involves variations in speed and intensity. A good fartlek allows you to get your second wind, so to speak.

If you’re from the South, you’ve probably had a hoecake.

And — no — hoecake isn’t an insulting name; a hoecake is a thick cornmeal pancake! Also called johnnycakes, hoecakes are called “hoecakes” because they were originally made over campfi res on the back of hoes.

Believe me in knowing there are plenty of words I wasn’t able to tackle today,

including “titter,” “dipthong,” “haboob” and “peniaphobia.”

If you want to fi nd out these defi nitions yourself, I suggest deleting your internet search history afterward.

Terry Gilliam ( M o n t y Python and the Holy Grail, Time Bandits, Brazil, The Fisher King, 12 Monkeys, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas), this period tale is about a young girl who meets a well-intentioned but exaggerated storyteller in a small town that is being invaded by Turkish forces. The famous figure decides to set the record straight and tells a wildly fantastic tale about his life and how he can help the citizens avoid invasion.

T he mov ie st a r s Joh n Neville as the title character and Sarah Polley (writer/ director of the upcoming fi lm, Women Talking) as his young friend. Eric Idle, Oliver Reed, Jonathan Pryce, Bill Paterson, Uma Thur man and Robin Williams also appear in the movie.

The movie flopped upon its original release, largely due to a bad publicity campaign and stories about its very troubled production. Despite the behind-the-scenes issues, the fi nal product is phenomenal to behold. The visuals are outstanding and the imaginative storytelling techniques a re beautifully rendered.

Additionally, the cast is great, making the movie a lot of fun.

This edition presents a 4K Ultra HD version and a Blu-ray (you can also purchase a standalone Blu-ray). Extras include a 2008 audio commentary with Gilliam, an archival documentary that runs about 70 minutes, special effects footage featuring new comments from the director, four brief deleted scenes, storyboards for unfinished bits that weren’t shot, marketing materials, a new video essay on the feature, a television show detailing the filmmaker and his works, as well as an animated short by Gillam and an essay on the movie. Sounds like an incredible disc.

in a Bottle (1999), T he Notebook ( 2 0 0 4 ) , Night s in Rodanthe (20 0 8) a nd T h e L u c ky One (2012).

(PBS) DVD Andy Richter Controls the Universe The Complete Series (CBS) DVD Chesapeake Shores Season 6 (Hallmark) DVD Christmas at Castle Hart (Hallmark) DVD The Christmas Contest (Hallmark) DVD Love in the Limelight (Hallmark) DVD NAT U R E: Can a d a – Surviving the Wild North (PBS) DVD NOVA: Ending HI V in America (PBS) DVD Open by Chr istmas (Hallmark) DVD Star Trek: Prodigy Season 1 (Paramount) Blu-ray V ISIT: W W W. CINEMASTANCE.COM

K ino is presenting the Bradford Dillman/Peter Graves Korean War feature Sergeant Ryker (1968) on Blu-ray. This tale involves a soldier who is accused by his superiors of bei ng a spy. The disc includes a 2K re stor at ion of the fi lm, a new film historian commentary and a trailer.

Finally, Warner Bros. is putting together a set called the Nicholas Sparks 4-Film Collection, which is only available on DVD. It contains fi lm adaptations of the following romance fl icks (in chronological order of release) – Message

YOU KNOW, FOR KIDS! Unfor tunately, there is nothing for the kids this week.

ON THE TUBE! And here is a listing of all the TV-themed releases coming your way.

Amer ican Masters: Groucho & Cavett (PBS) DVD Amer ican Masters: Mar ian An d e rso n – T h e Whole World in Her Hands

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Dated: 1/6/23 JOSEPHINE DANIELLE PADILLA MASON & ISAACSON, P.A. James J. Mason Attorney for Personal Representative 104 East Aztec Avenue Gallup, New Mexico 87301 (505) 722-4463

No. D-1113-PB-2022-00058 Metro Dispatch FOR BEST CONSIDERATION DATE January 15, 2023 January 15, 2023 Applications and additional information regarding positions can be found on the County web site www.co.mckinley. nm.us Dezirie Gomez, CPO Human Resource Director *** Reporter Wanted The Gallup Sun seeks a stringer or two to cover general assignment in Gallup and surrounding areas. Please

NOTICE TO CREDITORS JOSEPHINE DANIELLE PADILLA has been appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of YVONNE PADILLA, deceased. All persons having claims against this estate are required to present their claims within four (4) 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.

Published: Gallup Sun December 23, 2022 December 30, 2022 January 6, 2023 *** THIRTEENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT COUNTY OF CIBOLA STATE OF NEW MEXICO In the Matter of the Estate Of ALBERTO AVELLA, Deceased.

No. D-1333-PB-2022-00026 NOTICE TO CREDITORS MARIA ROJAS has been

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CLASSIFIEDS | FROM PAGE 20 appointed Personal Representative of the Estate of ALBERTO AVELLA, deceased.

All persons having claims against this estate are required to present their claims within four (4) 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 Cibola County, New Mexico.

Dated: MARIA ROJAS

January 6, 2023 *** Car Auction 1994 Red Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4x4 VIN: 1J4GZ78Y7RC107785 Vehicle was abandoned, taking up space and is in bad shape Starting Bid at $300 Location: #235 Purity Rock Road Mentmore, NM 87319 Date/Time: January 20th at 8 am Published: Gallup Sun December 30, 2022 January 6, 2023 *** STATE OF NEW MEXICO COUNTY OF MCKINLEY ELEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT

for the Personal Representative at the address below or filed with the Eleventh Judicial District Court, located at 207 W. Will Avenue, 2nd Floor, Room 200, Gallup, New Mexico 87301.

Date: December 15, 2022 Respectfully Submitted, /s/ Kat Fox Kat Fox NM Financial & Family Law, P.C. 320 Gold Avenue SW, Suite 1401 Albuquerque, NM 87102 Phone: 505-503-1637 Email: kaf@nmfinanciallaw. com Published: Gallup Sun January 6, 2023 January 13, 2023 January 20, 2023

MASON & ISAACSON, P.A. No. D-202-PB-2022-00052 By: James J. Mason Attorneys for Personal Representative 104 East Aztec Avenue Gallup, New Mexico 87301 (505) 722-4463 Publication: Gallup Sun December 30, 2022 January 6, 2023 January 13, 2023 *** Public Notice Public Notice is hereby given that Gallup Business Improvement District, Inc. will conduct its regular monthly Board of Directors Meeting to be held virtually on Thursday, January 12, 2023 at 3 PM. The agenda and log-in information will be available 72 hours prior to the meeting from fb.gallupbid@mailfence.com and on City of Gallup website.

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IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF CRIS TODD EDWARDS, DECEASED.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Clay Edwards has been appointed as Personal Representative of the Estate of the Decedent Cris Todd Edwards. All personals having claims against the Estate of the Decedent are required to present their claims within four (4) months after the date of the first publication of any published Notice to Creditors or sixty (60) days after the date of mailing or other delivery of this Notice, whichever is later, or the claims will be forever barred. Claims must be presented either to the undersigned counsel of record

*** COUNTY ASSESSOR ORDER NO. 22-18 NOTICE OF REQUIREMENTS TO REPORT CERTAIN MATTERS RELATING TO PROPERTY VALUATION AND CLAIMING EXEMPTION FROM PROPERTY TAXATION The County Assessor hereby publishes notice to property owners, pursuant to Section 7-38-18 NMSA 1978, as follows: 1. All Property subject to valuation for property taxation purposes not valued by the Assessor in 2022 for property taxation purposes must be reported to the Assessor no later than the last day of February 2023, unless it is not subject to valuation for property taxation purposes in

CLASSIFIEDS Read online at gallupsun.com 2023. The report must contain the required information and be on a form that is obtained from the Assessor’s office.

Section 7-38-8 NMSA 1978.

2. If you have made improvements to real property during 2022 and the improvements cost more than Ten Thousand Dollars ($10,000), the improvements must be reported to the Assessor no later than the last day of February 2023. The information required and the form may be obtained from the Assessor’s office. Section 7-38-8 (c) NMSA 1978.

3. All real property owned by any nongovernmental entity and claimed to be exempt from property taxation under the provisions of Paragraph (1) of Subsection B of Section 7-36-7 NMSA 1978 shall be reported for valuation purposes to the appropriate valuation authority. If a change in eligibility status or ownership of the property has changed, the change shall be reported no later than the last day of February 2023. Section 7-388.1 NMSA 1978.

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CLASSIFIEDS | FROM PAGE 21 4. If you own property that has decreased in value during 2022, and that property is subject to valuation for property taxation purposes, you must report the decrease in value to the Assessor no later than the last day of February 2023. The report must contain the required information and must be on a form that is obtained from the Assessor’s office.

Section 7-38-13 NMSA 1978.

5. If you have believed that your real property is entitled to head-of-family exemption, veteran exemption or disabled veteran exemption from property taxation, you must apply to the Assessor for exempt status no later than thirty (30) days after the mailing of the County Assessor’s notices of valuation in order to be entitled to the exemption from taxation in 2023. Exceptions: If an exemption from taxation was in effect for 2022 and the basis of the exempt status or use is unchanged from that year, application for exemption need not be made for 2023. If you have previously been granted an exemption and now have a change in ownership or status you must notify the Assessor of the change no later than the last day of February 2023 of the change. If required, applica-

tion for exemption must contain the required information and must be on a form that is obtained from the Assessor’s office. Section 7-38-17 NMSA 1978.

6. Property subject to valuation is presumed to be nonresidential and will be so recorded by the Assessor unless you declare the property to be residential no later than the last day of February 2023.

If your property has changed in use from residential to nonresidential or from nonresidential to residential use you must declare this status to the Assessor no later than the last day of February 2023.

The declaration must contain the required information and must be in a form that may be obtained from the Assessor’s office. Section 7-38-17.1 NMSA 1978.

7. If you are a person who is sixty-five (65) years of age or older or disabled, and whose “modified gross income” was not greater than $40,400 in 2022 and you own and occupy a single-family dwelling you may be eligible for a limitation on the taxable value of your residence in 2023. The limitation of value specified in Subsections. A, B and C under Section 7-36-21.3 NMSA 1978 shall be applied in the tax year in which the owner claiming entitlement files

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with the county assessor an application for the limitation.

The application must contain the required information and must be on a form that is obtained from the Assessor’s office. Section 7-36-21.3 NMSA 1978.

8. If your land was valued in 2022 in accordance with the special method of valuation for land used primarily for agricultural purposes, and the land is still used primarily for agricultural purposes, you need not reapply for that special method of valuation in 2022, but it is no longer used primarily for agricultural purposes, you must report the change to the Assessor no later than the last day of February 2023. If your land was not valued in accordance with that method of valuation in 2022 and it is now used primarily for agricultural purposes, application must be made under oath, in a form and contain the information required by department rules and must be made no later than thirty (30) days after the mailing of the County Assessor’s notices of valuation in order to be entitled to the exemption from taxation in 2023. Section 7-36-20 NMSA 1978.

9. If you own “livestock” that is subject to valuation for property taxation purposes, you must report such livestock to the Assessor.

All such livestock present in the county on January 1, 2023 must be reported to the Assessor no later than the last day of February 2023. If the livestock is transported into the county after January 1, 2023, it must be reported to the Assessor no later than the first day of the month following the first month in which the livestock has been present in the county for twenty (20)

days. The report must contain the required information and must be on forms obtained from the Assessor’s office.

Section 7-36-21 NMSA 1978.

10. If you own a manufactured home [that was not previously assessed] and it was present in the county on January 1, 2023, you must report it to the Assessor no later than the last day of February 2023. The report must contain certain required information and must be on a form obtained from the Assessor’s office.

Section 7-36-26 NMSA 1978.

THIS NOTICE IS ONLY A BRIEF STATEMENT OF THE PROVISIONS OF SECTIONS 7-38-8, 7-38-8.1, 7-38-13, 7-3817, 7-38-17.1, 7-36-7, 7-36-21.3, 7-36-20, 7-36-21, and 7-36-26 NMSA 1978, and related Taxation & Revenue Department Regulations. It is not intended to reflect the full content of these provisions, which may be examined at the office of the County Assessor.

Done this 22nd day of November 2022 in Santa Fe, New Mexico.

Santiago Chavez, Director Property Tax Division Publication: Gallup Sun January 6, 2023 January 13, 2023 January 20, 2023 *** PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the McKinley County Board of Commissioners will hold a Regular Meeting on Monday, January 9 th , 2023 at 9:00 a.m.

Among the other items, the commission will conduct the second public hearing and decision

pursuant to NMSA 1978 §7-2-14.3 to consider whether McKinley County should adopt an ordinance giving an Income tax rebate Discussing the Tax; and, adoption of the McKinley County Indigent Health Care Assistance Program.

This meeting will be held “In-Person” -- Adhering to the Social Distancing Protocols in effect for the meeting day -- including room capacity limits, mask requirements and other safety practices issued by the Governor’s Office due to the COVID-19 pandemic; and the requirements of the Open Meetings Act allowing members of the public to attend and listen to meetings of the quorum of the governing body. This meeting will be held in the Commission Chambers, Third Floor of the McKinley County Courthouse, 207 West Hill, Gallup, New Mexico.

A copy of the agenda will be available 72 hours prior to the meeting in the Manager’s Office and the County Clerk’s Office. The agenda can be sent electronically upon request. Auxiliary aides for the disabled are available upon request; please contact Shawna Garnenez at (505) 863-1400 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting to make any necessary arrangements.

All interested parties are invited to view.

Done this 3 rd day of January 2023 McKINLEY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS /S/ Robert Baca, Chairperson Publication Gallup Sun date: January 6, 2023 CLASSIFIEDS

CALENDAR

Community Calendar Jan. 6 - Jan. 12, 2023 FRIDAY, JAN. 6

CREATIVE CORNER - NEW MEXICO ART 3 pm @ OFPL’s main library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Celebrate the 110th annual statehood of the 47th state by creating your own New Mexican-themed art. Email jwhitman@ gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

CHESS CLUB 4:30 pm @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.).

Join the chess club at OFPL! Email pneilson@gallupnm. gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

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

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

SATURDAY, JAN. 7

GALLUP 9TH ST. FLEA MARKET 9 am - 5 pm @ 340 9th Street.

The Gallup 9th Street Flea Market is one of the largest Native American markets in the United States.

KIDZ CINEMA 2 pm every Saturday @ OFPL’s Children’s Branch (200 W. Aztec. Ave.) for weekly family oriented film screenings. This week’s movie is Big Hero 6 (2014). Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

MONDAY, JAN. 9

REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING 9 am @ 207 W. Hill Ave.

GMCS SCHOOL BOARD MEETING 1 pm-2 pm @ SSC 640 Boardman Dr.

FAMILY STORYTIME 11 am @ the Children’s CALENDAR

Branch (200 W. Aztec Ave.).

This week, the theme is “Different and the Same.”

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

EUREKA!

MIDWEEK MATINEE AT OFPL 4 pm every Wednesday @ OFPL’s main library (115 W. Hill Ave.). This week’s film is Selma in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

FAMILY STORYTIME

4 pm @ OFPL’s Facebook page. This week explore the world of electricity by inventing a flashlight, then create an on/off switch for it! Email pneilson@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 8631291 for more information.

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

This week, the theme is “Different and the Same.” Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

TUESDAY, JAN. 10

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

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.

WOMEN VETERAN & FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP 6 pm @ Veterans Helping Veterans (908 E. Buena Vista Ave.). This meeting is for Women Veterans, veteran wives and widows or any woman related to a veteran.

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

WEDNESDAY, JAN. 11

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

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

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

For more information email revolutionchessclub@gmail. com.

TINKER TECH

THURSDAY, JAN. 12

EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 9 am - 12 pm. The Emergency Rental Assistance Program makes funding available to assist households that are unable to pay rent or utilities. Email: bmartin@ gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

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

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

SAVE THE DATE SATURDAY, JAN. 14

SHOW OPENING: REFLECT AND REFRACT 4 pm - 6 pm @ ART123 Gallery (123 W. Coal Ave.).

Reflect & Refract: Diné Photography & Visual Sovereignty celebrates select artists’ relationships to and perspective of Dinétah, the Navajo homeland. The show will be at the gallery until Feb. 4.

MONDAY, JAN. 16

OFPL HOLIDAY CLOSURE FOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

TUESDAY, JAN. 17

CHUNKY KNIT BLANKET WORKSHOP 4 pm @ OFPL’s Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Make your own chunky knit blanket to keep warm this season and enjoy a nice cup of hot cocoa at OFPL. Email jwhitman@ gallupnm.gov or call (505) 863-1291 for more information.

THURSDAY, AN. 19

GUEST CURATOR TALK 6 pm @ ART123 Gallery (123 W. Coal Ave.) and on the gallery’s Facebook page. Go behind the scenes of Reflect and Refract with artist Raphael Begay.

SATURDAY, JAN. 21

KEVA PLANK BUILD-OFF 12 pm - 4 pm @ @ Rio West Mall (1300 W. Maloney Ave.).

Join OFPL and Rio West Mall and celebrate International Creativity Month by engineering and building creations with Keva Planks, or tackle one of their Keva challenges.

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

TUESDAY, JAN. 24

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, JAN. 25

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

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

WINE AND PAINTING 6 pm - 9 pm @ ART123 Gallery (123. W. Coal Ave.). $35/ person. Purchase tickets at www.galluparts.org/wineand-painting.

THURSDAY, JAN. 26

NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING WITH COUNCILOR LINDA GARCIA, DIST. 1 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm @ Gallup Senior Center (607 N. 4th St.).

ONGOING

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) 8631291 for more information.

WE READ, WE TALK HYBRID BOOK CLUB OFPL’s book club book for January is Shutter by Ramona Emerson. Discussions will be held in February on Zoom or in person at the Main Library (115 W. Hill Ave.). Email bmartin@gallupnm.gov or call 505-863-1291 for more information.

INTER-TRIBAL INDIAN CEREMONIAL: A PHOTO RETROSPECTIVE The City of Gallup invites you to celebrate the centennial of Inter-Tribal Indian Ceremonial through images and objects, an exhibition curated by OFPL. Email tmoe@gallupnm. gov for more information.

GALLUPARTS EXTENDS HOURS 12 pm-6 pm Tuesdays through Saturdays (123 W. Coal Ave.)

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

To post a nonprofit or civic event in the calendar section, please email: gallupsunevents@gmail.com or fax: (505) 212-0391. Deadline: Monday at 5 pm.

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