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The largest radioactive disaster in U.S. history happened on the Navajo Nation 45 years ago
On July 16, 1979, the largest radioactive spill in U.S. history happened on the Navajo Nation, and those most harmed by it are thinking about the risk that new uranium mining poses near the Grand Canyon. Larry King worked as an underground surveyor at the Northeast Church Rock Mine. It’s...
Brenda Nichols Tapped to Lead WNMU Women's Basketball
SILVER CITY, N.M. – Executive Director of Athletics, Scott Noble, has named Brenda Nichols to lead the Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball program as their new head coach. "After an extensive search, we are excited to announce our new head women's basketball coach Brenda Nichols." Said Executive Director...
Clovis woman who kicked officer in the head gets prison
CLOVIS, N.M.— Cheryl Yazzie, 31, of Clovis was sentenced to one and a half years in the Department of Corrections for Battery on a peace officer, on Wednesday, July 3, the Ninth Judicial District Attorney, Quentin Ray announced in a press release. On May 12, officers with the Clovis Police Department placed Yazzie “under arrest […]
Navajo Tech student Jonathan Chinana recognized for innovation in technology
CROWNPOINT, N.M. — Navajo Technical University (NTU) senior Jonathan Chinana from Cuba, New Mexico, is being recognized for developing an affordable Kibble balance based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology. A Kibble balance is an electromechanical measuring instrument that measures the weight of a test object very...
My So-Called Millennial Life
Las Cruces, NM – On this edition of PUENTES a la comunidad, Bridges to the community, host Emily Guerra spoke with local writer and Las Cruces City Councilor for District 1, Cassie McClure, about a book signing for her new book – “My so-called Millennial Life” from 10am – 12noon on Saturday July 20th at COAS Books, 317 N. Main Street, Las Cruces, NM. Information www.cassiemcclure.com or www.creators.com.
Best bets: Key events in Farmington, Bloomfield and Aztec
The Street Slayerz Car Club will host a benefit raffle, starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, July 19, in the Farmington Fun Center parking lot at 6520 E. Main St. There is a $5 car cruise entry fee, and all makes and models are encouraged to participate. The raffle tickets will start at $10 per raffle ticket, or two tickets for $18 or three tickets for $25. All proceeds raised from the event will benefit fallen peace officer Bill Hooser's family. Hooser served locally for some time as a San Juan County Sheriff’s Deputy.
Heavy rain possible through early next week, bringing a threat of flash flooding
An active monsoon weather pattern continues through early next week. Storms will bring a threat of heavy rain and flash flooding each afternoon. More storms developed Wednesday across New Mexico. Some storms dropped heavy rain in parts of the state today, which prompted Flash Flood Warnings, including in Albuquerque. All Flash Flood Warnings have expired tonight, but some showers and storms are fizzling out by sunrise Thursday.
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