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A C O M M U N I T Y - I N P U T N E W S PA P E R July 16 - 31 • 2011 • BLANCO • BLOOMFIELD • CEDAR HILL • CENTER POINT • FLORA VISTA Vol. 19 No. 14 AZTEC S I N C E 19 93 • NAVA JO DAM • LA PLATA TALON 2011 BULK RATE US POSTAGE PAID AZTEC, NM PERMIT #106 FREE twice a month In this issue • Letters: 2 • Aztec City: 8 • Crossword: 9 • Green Living: 13 • Obits: 21 • Classifieds: 22 • Advertisers: 23 PO BOX 275 • AZTEC, NEW MEXICO 87410 • 505-334-1039 505-334-1039 (main) • 334-1551 (fax/phone) • e-mail: [email protected] • www.aztecnews.com Aztec Mayor Sally Burbridge, Suzanne Cartier-Bowker of Aztec Urgent Care and David Bruzzese of Mercy Regional Medical Center Public-private partnership will enhance Aztec Over 1000 people cheer on the Blues Festival. Photo by Katee McClure By Joshua Ray, Aztec City Manager Blues crowds weather the weather by Katee McClure with his style. By the time Grady was on stage the clouds rolled in to cool off the audience. After Grady came the rain, and then some more rain, and then even more rain. It's a good thing that a lot of people brought umbrellas to shade themselves from the sun because they sure came in handy for the rain. The rain delayed the headline band of Davy Knowles and Back Door Slam, but Davy insisted on playing rain or shine. Knowles had the entire crowd on their feet right up to the stage during his performance. Heat, rain and wicked winds couldn't stop the show and that is a testament to the folks who attended, the vendors, the musicians and the scores of volunteers. The committee who puts on the event would like to thank the City of Aztec, especially the Parks Dept. and the Electric Dept. for their incredible support. Also the dozens of volunteers who donated so much time ... Thank You! Thank you to our awesome sponsors: Majestic Media, the Dog 96.9, Main St. Music, Aztec Well, Cascade Bottled Water Co., City of Aztec Lodgers Tax, Hidden Valley Golf Course, KSUT Aztec Urgent Care, Citizens Bank, Noel's Inc, Vic Titus - Titus Murphy Law Firm, Directory Plus, Aztec Machine & Repair, Durango Party Rental, Priscilla Shannon, Attorney, Andrea Kristina's Bookstore, Animas Trading Company, Transit Waste, Serranos, the Main Street Bistro, Aztec Feed and Supply, Garrick's RV Rentals, Twice the Ice, Finish Line Graphics and of course ... TALON. Part of the proceeds of this year's event will be donated to the Aztec Animal Shelter and the Aztec Boys & Girls club. But mum's the word since they haven't been told yet. In this issue... Page 10 ✦ AZTEC Municipal School District 2011-2012 ✦ Page 24 Page 15 Page 11 This year's Animas River Blues Festival crowds sat through blistering hot temperatures and driving rain to hear the five bands that performed. The one thing they didn't do was leave (except for a few). The weather at the fest couldn't have been more diverse yet over 1000 people stuck around to enjoy the show. This year's promoters were concerned about putting on the Fest at a different place in Riverside Park but had to for the sake of the bands (who usually get fried on stage) and to accommodate the larger crown. A few umbrellas were provided for shade and the promoters plan to supply many more for next year’s event. There was a great cooling off area that the kids and adults enjoyed with a water misting tent and water wiggles to really get you wet. The Plateros, a Native American Blues band, started off the day with an introduction by Ambrose Teasyatwho who announced them both in English and the Navajo language. It was a proper tribute to acknowledge the many different cultures that are represented here in San Juan County. Next up was Teresa Lynne and the Dreamboats from Denver with smokin' hot vocals and harmonica playing by Teresa. The Jeff Strahan Band from Texas started getting the bands on their feet with his soulful and rock blues. Grady Champion from Mississippi thrilled the crowds On Tuesday, June 21, Mercy Regional Medical Center, Aztec Urgent Care, and the City of Aztec entered into a public-private partnership that will result in two positive community enhancing projects. Suzanne Cartier-Bowker of Aztec Urgent Care and David Bruzzese of Mercy Regional Medical Center attended the Aztec City Commission meeting and presented checks to Mayor Sally Burbridge (see attached picture) on behalf of their organizations. Mercy Regional Medical Center and Aztec Urgent Care opened offices in Aztec in 2010 and immediately became active in the community. They established a presence at local community events, on City advisory boards, and throughout the community. Suzanne CartierBowker became active with Aztec Trails and Open Spaces (ATOS) and with the Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB). Through these meetings, she became aware of new projects within the City and with potential areas for Aztec Urgent Care and Mercy Regional Medical Center to become actively involved. The Mercy Regional Medical Center and Aztec Urgent Care offices are located at 604 S. Rio Grande Ave., on the south entrance into the City of Aztec. Upon arrival in 2010, Suzanne Cartier Bowker approached the Community Development Director Roshana Moojen to begin discussing sign options for these businesses. Sign concepts were brought before the City and instantly a larger project took shape. The City was working to rebuild the three main gateway entrances to the City and this project was ideal for the City’s master plan for the Southern Gateway. Project Manager Ed Kotyk worked with Aztec Urgent Care staff and with City staff to develop a conceptual for the project and then Sherri Gurule, Aztec Police Department, took those plans to the New Mexico Department of Transportation to seek approval for the gateway project. In addition to the Southern Gateway project, Mercy Regional Medical Center and Aztec Urgent Care also entered into a partnership with ATOS to assist with educational kiosks along the newly created trail system. These kiosks will include information about the City’s trail system and educational information about health and wellness. This project is designed to help Aztec become a completely walk-able comPage 5 munity, focusing on its wealth of natural beauty and amenities and encouraging citizens to live active lifestyles. These projects are excellent examples of public private partnerships and how they can have a positive impact on the community. All three entities will invest dollars into this project in an effort to create aesthetically pleasing additions to the community that everyone can enjoy. In addition, such projects strengthen the relationship between the City and the business community. PAGE 2 TALON notes For TALON info, call Candy 334-1039 Media matters Bloomfield, like all of our Tri-City area residents, has a number of aged, infirmed, and disabled residents. For Early stages of those who own or discard vs. deliver are able to rent a syndrome private residence, there's no need to detail the responsibilities regarding upkeep in order to maintain some semblance of curb appeal. It goes without saying that the effort involved in doing so can appear to be exhausting and even expensive unless of course, you're affluent enough to be able to hire people to maintain your property. The problem here of course, is that most folks who fall into these categories are living off of very little as it is and so the end of each month (after bills) leaves very little to lavish on professionals in order to maintain a well manicured minimansion although it may well have always been a dream in spite of our best efforts to attain that end. Bloomfield, like other municipalities has ordinances that force residents to observe certain codes that adhere to the curb-appeal concept; City beatification projects are a primary goal of any municipality. Courting and attracting the advent of new business prospects, after all, is how a community grows and develops. I want to thank TALON for its approach to disseminating the local news since it relies on single copy stands around town, strategically placed in areas of high foot-traffic as opposed to having incompetent delivery personnel sling or otherwise recklessly “Discard” as oppose to “Deliver” (one atop another atop another atop another {etc.} their publication). For years the Sun (and now the new Tribune) insist upon this practice which only results in either the wind blowing the discarded pub all over the yards of people who have neither the inclination nor the physical ability to handle these repercussions or find their local “Street-cleaner squandering their tax dollars on cleaning-up after the mess these other pubs leave behind. Moreover, these unprincipled practices not only create extra work for residents that they can not physically accomplish but also set them up for thieves who see the pile of discarded papers at the bottom of drives as great targeting for a B&E. Ask yourself this: If you or I were to drive down any road and simply throw something into private residences or public throughways and be seen or reported, would we not be subject to fines for littering? I'm to the point where I'm considering a formal Restraining Order through the court system. Why should anyone have to go that far to keep someone from littering on your property or public roadway? For 12 years now I've had to go headto-head with the Sun over this very issue and have had to confront the Tribune once already since they were instituted. I'm always promised to be put on a “Do Not Throw” list yet somehow always find their litter on my property and usually after the wind has scattered it to all parts of my yard. It's not unusual to ride throughout our neighborhoods and find evidence of weeks of blatant disrespect at the foot of driveways or even in the streets where a street cleaner is forced to deal with their mess. Again, I want to thank TALON for not engaging in this practice; it's refreshing to know that at least one of our local TriCity publications respects its readers by relying on the conventional means of dissemination. “Discarding” as opposed to “Delivering” news is a burden to all and in the end it's because, at least to some “MEDIA MATTERS.” G.N. Lepire, Bloomfield JULY 16 - 31 • 2011 Local dog club needs your support Some folks may remember seeing an article for a Dog Show & Frisbee Competition in TALON about this time last year. A new club to the area, the 4 Corners Australian Shepherd Association (4CASA) hosted the event in hopes of getting the word out about the club, and ultimately to increase its size. I'd like to stop and thank everyone that did come out to watch or participate, your response was very encouraging. 4CASA was formed in order to provide a place for local dog lovers to learn, compete and socialize their canine pals. Participation is open to all dogs and breeds, not just Australian Shepherds. Eventually, the club hopes to become an affiliate club of the Australian Shepherd Club of America (ASCA), chosen because nearly all ASCA-sanctioned events (agility, herding, tracking, obedience) are open to all breeds, including mixed. Anyone in the Four Comers that enjoys competing in such events may appreciate not having to make the drive to Albuquerque to participate, Unfortunately, 2011 has not been kind to 4CASA. Membership numbers are dropping, leaving fewer people to help organize events, which in turn means fewer activities. If you would like to see this club succeed, please show them your support. Let them know you're out there, and that you ARE interested. Write a letter, send an email, make a call - one kind word can make a world of difference. 4CASA, P.O. Box 1216, Bloomfield, NM 87413; visit their website at: www.windy mesaaussies.com/4CASAJhome.htm. 1st Anniversary! AZTEC URGENT CARE is proud to be celebrating our first anniversary. It is a pleasure serving the Aztec and Bloomfield communities and we look forward to many more years ahead. We thank you for your support over the past year. Aztec Urgent Care is located at 604 S. Rio Grande in Aztec. We are open 8am to 6pm everyday including weekends. Lab and X-ray services are on site provided by Mercy Regional Medical Center. No appointment needed. We would like to thank City of Aztec and Aztec Chamber for all their support this year as well. It is an honor to be part of such a fantastic community. Aztec Trails & Open Space Meeting July 19th (3rd Tuesday of each month) @ Cottonwood Cycles in Aztec Info: 334-2828 or [email protected] Piñon Hills Classic to benefit First Tee Piñon Hills Golf Course is currently taking registrations for the annual Piñon Hills Classic to be held Saturday & Sunday, July 30 & 31, 2011. Registration ends Friday, July 22, 2011. The entry fee is $150 per amateur player and $200 per professional player – includes green fee, cart, range balls, lunch both days, and awards. $10 of every entry fee will go to First Tee of SJC. This is a 36-hole stroke play event by USGA rules for 18 holes per day with an optional Skins game. The tournament is open to the first 120 amateur golfers (with an active USGAGHIN handicap or approved USGA index) and the first 20 professionals. Flights will include professionals, men’s flights, seniors age 50 & up, and ladies. Registration deadline is Fri, Jul 22 at 5pm. No refunds after the deadline. Piñon Hills Golf Course is located at 2101 Sunrise Pkwy in Farmington. FMI on the Piñon Hills Classic, contact the Pro Shop at (505) 326-6066. Trying to keep up with you all... We have been investigating a house. The people are real nice, they have kids. They were scared to do anything upstairs in their home. They wanted whatever it was to go away, so we went in and got rid of it for them. They are very happy. There is another place behind the mall in Farmington, and this weekend levels were high. It is on two acres, with the house built in the 1920s. We are looking to go in to a place in Aztec, just waiting for a call from the lady. I am also looking to get into the train station off of Rio Grande, and need to call them. Just been so busy. But, hey, we are hanging in there and still hunting. Whispering Spirits Paranormal Research Society Krystal Hepner, Founder Milton Hepner NOTICE The Aztec Senior Community Center has canceled the yard sale scheduled for Saturday, July 23rd. Nominate a Sorehead! August 10th deadline Being an Old Aztec Sorehead is a treasured position that few will hold. The earliest local Old Sorehead selection was in 1969, and the six citizens chosen were incognito, sporting brown paper bags over their heads. Requirements for election as an Old Sorehead include interest and participation in community affairs and - most importantly - a sense of humor. To win the coveted position of “Old Sorehead,” the nominees, by means of collection cans, collect money for votes. The collected money supports two local community projects (TBA). Don’t delay - it only takes a minute to get a Sorehead nominee called in and the deadline for nominations is Friday, August 10th. This year, the unbagging of the 6 new Old Soreheads will be held during the Aztec Founders Day parade on Saturday, September 17th, 2011 and winners will reign for the next year (but they will always be Old Soreheads). Drop your nomination for the Sorehead roster in the TALON drop box at Zip & Ship, 1409 W. Aztec Blvd., call in your nominations to 334-1039, mail them to TALON, P.O. Box 275, Aztec, NM 87410 or email to [email protected]. Nominators remain anonymous. Suggestions for (Aztec) recipients of this fundraiser are also welcome. TALON is the sponsor for the Old Soreheads and Stephanie Sandoval and Nick will again help TALON organize the Sorehead contest and the accompanying fundraiser. If you have any questions, call the TALON office at 334-1039 or Stephanie at 609-1204. Celebrations!! • I want to wish my awesome & wonderful husband, Kevin Ahlgrim, a very Happy 50th Birthday on July 28, 2011! That's 5 decades or half a century. However you want to put it, it's still 50 years. I love you! Love Always, Melody • Wishing our special friend, Joanne O'Neal, a Happy Birthday on July 27, 2011. We ALL love you very much! Love, Melody, Kevin and Kaylee Happy July Birthday to: Kevin Ahlgrim-50, Joanne O'Neal, Debbie Flournoy, Laticia King-15, Christen Castel-24, Eric Thornton, Mark McDonald, Sammy Garcia-6, Kelly Garlington-17, Jon Olson-30, Billy Mobley, Lori Martin, Brenda Clayton, and Belinda Preston. Happy July Anniversary Wishing Joanne and Terry O'Neal a Happy Anniversary! Love, Melody, Kevin & Kaylee • T h e TA LO N R e g u l a r s • Susan Barnes, Natural Health 327-1914 Bert Bennett, Fire Department 334-9271 Mike Heal, Chief’s Corner 334-7620 Book Nook, Library Staff 334-7658 Superintendent’s Corner, Kirk Carpenter Marriage Matters 327-7870 John Rees, Bird Talk 632-8335 Oil & Gas Basics, Susan Franzheim Bruce Salisbury 334-2398 Cindy Iacovetto, Senior Center 334-2881 Nick Garcia, The Big C 334-2434 Sustainable Living, Elisa Bird 334-1840 Water, Robert Oxford 330-2284 Recreation w/ Ryno, Ryan Lane tryanlane@gmail These folks share their time on a regular basis to write in their field of interest. If you have subjects and tidbits they might be interested in, give them a call. If you would like to try your hand at writing, give us a call at 334-1039. Many others have submitted stories, poems and information on an occasional or one-time basis. Thanks to everyone, it sure makes for good reading. Don’t Be Left Out Next (preferred) Deadline: July 21st You are encouraged to send your articles, photos, ads, etc. in early (but send in even if past deadline, if there’s room it could run). The Aztec Local News, 334-1039 PO Box 275, Aztec 87410 Drop box at Zip and Ship Send via email: [email protected] INDEPENDENTLY OWNED SINCE 1993 TA L O N The Aztec Local News PO Box 275 • Aztec, NM 87410 505-334-1039 • fax/voice 334-1551 [email protected] The Aztec Local News (TALON) is published semimonthly, on the 1st and middle of each month. As a community-input newspaper, serving the Aztec, Bloomfield, Cedar Hill, Center Point, Flora Vista, La Plata, Navajo Dam, and Blanco areas, we welcome stories, news, events, poetry, photos, etc. from area residents. 6500 copies of The Aztec Local News are delivered to over 150 locations in the area for free pickup and mailed to those who prefer the convenience of a subscription. Editor & Publisher: Candy Frizzell, 334-1039 Writers: Katee McClure, 330-4616, Debra Mayeux, 320-6512 Advertising info: 505-334-1039 Distribution: Lee Potter, Stephanie Sandoval, Melody Ahlgrim Proofreaders: Gina Martinez, Linda Lawson, Debbie Israel © Copyright 1993-2011 by The Aztec Local News. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the written permission of the editor. Printed at The Gallup Independent. The Aztec Local News is a compilation of articles, poems, stories, opinions, etc. written by area residents. The opinions expressed in these articles are those of the individual authors, and do not necessarily reflect those of TALON. If information is presented as fact and it is relevant to you, verify it. Although we strive for correctness and honesty, this community paper does not have the resources to check all incoming info. Be aware also that what’s in TALON, ends up on the internet.. Subscribe to TALON Make it easy on yourself and get The Aztec Local News delivered to your house or business, relative or friend. Name: __________________________ Address: __________________________ City, State, Zip: _____________________ Send a check for $16 / year (24 issues) to: TALON, PO Box 275, Aztec, NM 87410 THE AZTEC LOCAL NEWS PAGE 3 Navajo Water Settlement and La Plata River Section Adjudication continues I have not received notice yet but I am told by Victor Marshall a meeting on scheduling the Navajo Water Settlement court will be held July 19, 2011 by Stephen Snyder, the Special Master appointed by the court, to conduct hearings as to what can be challenged. This meeting will be at the District Court house in Aztec. This meeting concerns how the settling parties determined who to send notices to and did they sufficiently satisfy this requirement. The last public meeting conducted by the State, Navajos and Federal Government occurred in the Bloomfield High School auditorium on June 29, 2011. I was not able to attend but I am told as many as 500 people showed up. This meeting was attended by John D’ Antonio, State Engineer, whereas I don’t believe he attended the County Chambers meeting or the Piedra Vista school meeting in Farmington. The State took more than their allotted 2 hrs at the Bloomfield meeting I am told possibly to shorten the time of the San Juan Agricultural Water Users Association and Victor Marshals time after the State presentation. I did attend Dear Editor, Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village would like to publicly thank Elder’s Greenhouse and Gardens for their generous donation of seven flats of annual flowers, including orange zinnias, assorted colors of verbenas, gorgeous black petunias, bright red salvia, florescent lilac petunias, and many more. These cheerful posies now adorn our courtyard and can be seen from Main Street for the public to enjoy. We at Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village feel that these flowers add greatly to the beauty of our grounds, and we are thrilled to have them here! Elder’s Greenhouse and Gardens also provides the flowers for the City of Aztec that can be seen on Main Street. Elders is located at #30 County Road 3008 in Aztec. Just visiting their greenhouses is like a short vacation to a tropical wonderland. We are so appreciative of their thoughtfulness and generosity to the Aztec Museum. Thank You, Sue Tilley, Museum Technician Aztec Museum and Pioneer Village Thank you... The Swope family of Aztec extends a heartfelt "thank you" to all of the people who supported us through Patrick's surgery and ordeal. Our family was literally lifted up and carried along with all the kind thoughts, prayers, and support that were sent our way. Thank you! The Swopes A helping hand www.360financialliteracy.org The 360 Degrees of Financial Literacy website offers information to help consumers make sound financial decisions at every stage of their lives. www.FeedthePig.org Free financial information and tools to empower 2534 year olds to take charge of their personal finances. the State’s La Plata River Adjudication meeting held earlier that same day of June 29, 2011 at the Aztec District Court house beginning at 1 pm. At this meeting, conducted by the new Adjudication Judge, the new State Attorney, Gary Storm, announced he was only working part time on this adjudication, as he is not done on the Carlsbad Adjudication case. He did seem like he was trying to get on top of the La/Plata River. I was not aware that PNM and San Juan County, with their attorneys, have yet to settle their water rights. I am guessing there were 30 or so water users at this hearing yet to have agreed to the State position on how much water they will get to keep. There was talk of field checks yet to be performed by the State but the State will have very little money in their budget to close out the La Plata River Section before moving to the San Juan River Section. Robert E. Oxford Cell 505-330-2284 PHONE 505-334-9270 Sangre Joven to play at Sutherland Farms August 6th Harvest Fiesta Sangre Joven, New Mexico’s newest rising stars will be featuring their traditional New Mexico music as the feature band at Sutherland Farms August 6th Harvest Fiesta. Daniel Lee Gallegos, of Las Vegas, NM is no stranger to the music industry. He and his brothers credit their parents for taking the time to teach them how to sing and play guitar. Their style of music is performed in El Estillo Del Norte Nuevo Mexico and consists of Rancheras, a few Cumbias and Valses traditional to their heritage for centuries, country and some oldies in the mix. The band has recorded seven very successful albums. They have had the opportunity to open for Los Lobos and their song Besitos de Amor was nominated for best SALSA/Tropical song of the year. The band is currently showcasing their music all over the southwest. The band will play at Sutherland Farms NM Harvest Fiesta from 6-9 p.m. following an afternoon of music that begins at 1:30 PM that will showcase local musicians. Admission is $8.00 for 12 & up and $2.00 under 12 for a great family afternoon of music and free fun activities for the children with train rides, games and piñata fun every hour! Sundance Salon 920 N.E. Aztec Blvd. • 334-5250 is under new management! xing ites • wa il h • s r olo ets • cuts • c facials • roller s • s g m r in e •p edd & prom, w -do’s • ls e e p • up ccasion special o Call 505-334-5250 to schedule your next appointment with Tania Mon - Fri: 9 - 7 Sat: 9 - 2 Men, women & Children welcome • Senior Discounts Same low prices with exceptional customer service! Page 11 Cattle Hornfly Lick Just $50 Aztec Feed & Supply 216 S. Main • Aztec • 334-8911 PAGE 4 JULY 16 - 31 • 2011 Depression Recovery and San Juan “Local First” Mental-Emotional Logo Contest Wellness course Aztec Outlaw Days On Thursday, July 14, 2011 Governor Susana Martinez made the very exciting announcement about the New Mexico Tourism Departments “Catch the Kid” summer promotion. Governor Martinez also announced at this time that the City of Aztec was one of only 10 places in the entire state of New Mexico to be featured in this promotion. To celebrate this exciting promotion, the City of Aztec is hosting a new event for the City called Aztec Outlaw Days, on Saturday, August 13, 2011 in celebration of our fine community. This celebration will include a Flap Jack Feed, hosted by the Aztec Senior Center, the opening of “Journey Stories” Smithsonian Exhibit, at the Aztec Museum, a High Noon Shoot Out on Main Ave., historic demonstrations in Pioneer Village, a Marshmallow Shoot Out, a presentation on the real outlaws of San Juan County by local author Mike Maddox, an evening dance, and other activities too numerous to mention. Collaborators on this event include the Aztec Ruins National Monument, the Aztec Chamber of Commerce, The Aztec Museum, San Juan County Historical Society, Four Corners Equine Rescue, Four Corners Backcountry Horsemen, Rein Dance, the Step Back Inn, Heaven and Earth, and numerous other businesses and organizations. The New Mexico Tourism Department will be present with their official Tourism trailer complete with tourist information and all sorts of goodies. We will have vendors, games, and even the opportunity to have your photo taken with the amazing “Rocky the performing miniature horse.” On Friday evening the Step Back Inn will have a Cowboy Reception for guests, as well as the community beginning at 6:00. The reception will include pioneer ancestors talking about the founding settlers and the stories of old Aztec. We would like to take this opportunity to invite the entire Tri-City community to come out, see the saloon girls and outlaws, help us celebrate, and “Catch the Kid.’ So mark your calendars to dress in your best “Outlaw duds” and come join us. If you would like to have a vendor booth or if you need more information on Aztec Outlaw Days, please contact the Aztec Visitor Center at 505-334-9551 or email [email protected]. A Paraprosdokian... from Thomas Welts A paraprosdokian is a two part quotation in which the second part puts a different twist on the first part, most often with a humorous effect and something to think about. • Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level and beat you with his experience. • I wish I could agree with you; but, then we'd both be wrong. • Knowledge is knowing a tomato is a fruit. Wisdom is not putting it in a fruit salad. • It only takes one careless match to start a forest fire; yet somehow, it takes a whole box of matches to start a campfire. • You do not need a parachute to skydive; but, you do need one to skydive again. • Some cause happiness wherever they go, others whenever they go. • Sometimes my mind wanders and other times it goes away completely. Subscribe to TALON! $16/ year • 24 issues delivered to your mail box. Send info & check to: TALON POB 275, Aztec, NM 87410 Being human is a wonderful experience that can be extremely challenging at times. For most all of us life can get overwhelming and seemingly too difficult to bear. Yet somehow we manage to suck it up and keep going. It’s sorta like the old backpacker’s prayer: “Lord, you lift em up and I’ll put em down.” Another all too common challenge for most of us is occasional bouts with depression and/or anxiety. Some of us, to be sure, deal with these conditions on a much more serious and deep level than the rest of us, but all of us are prone to down moments in our lives. Usually we handle these moments relatively well, but sometimes they can keep us from performing at our peak. If this sounds familiar to you, I may have some good news for you. Beginning on August 15, I will be facilitating a Depression Recovery and Mental-Emotional Wellness course designed by Dr. Neil Nedley. Dr. Nedley is an internist who realized that depression complaints were very common among his patients. He decided to investigate this area of wellness and was chagrined with what he found. Dr. Nedley learned that efforts to heal and eliminate depression and anxiety were not at all the common practice among his peers. He embarked on a research project to change this and to help patients come out from under their clouds of depression rather than just be medicated and placated. I, like Dr. Nedley, do not in any way recommend folks stop taking their medications unless directed to do so by their prescribing physician. His program, however, has had success in helping patients do just that and to live lives less burdened and encumbered by their seemingly endless barrages of negative thoughts. In this course participants will learn of what Dr. Nedley calls ten “hits” which contribute to a state of depression. To be actually diagnosed as having more than common sadness one would have to score positive in at least 4 of these ten areas. Two of these areas are ones which you simply cannot do anything about – genetics and upbringing. The other 8, however, are areas which can be addressed successfully and which can have a dramatic impact on improving one’s mood and overall life satisfaction. There are obviously numerous factors which contribute to divorce and the breakup of families. I haven’t checked the research for specific numbers, but I’m confident that depression and anxiety rank high as causes, and results, of divorce. What if this didn’t have to be the case? What if we could learn to overcome past hurts and make meaningful changes in our lifestyles that would enable us to be healthier mentally and emotionally? What impact could that have on our marriages and parenting? Well that’s exactly what this course offers. For more information feel free to visit Dr. Nedley’s web site at www.drnedley.com. I just checked and we are not yet listed on their schedule, but will be soon. For questions about the local course, please call 505 334-3504. Survivors Motorcycle Club puts together benefit run for Animal Shelter The Survivors Clean and Sober Motorcycle Club is putting on a benefit run for the La Plata County Humane Society (LPCHS). The money raised will go towards remodeling the Shelter’s dog isolation room. Last year was the first year that the Survivors did a benefit run for LPCHS and because it was such a big success, they wanted to make another go at it this year. They were able to raise over $1000 which went towards the Shelter’s fundraiser, the Bark and Wine. The Critter Crawl will start at Desperados Bar and Grill, 351 S. Camino Del Rio, Durango, on Saturday July 16th at 10am – first vehicle out at 10am, last vehicle out by 11am. This “poker run” has several stops, and will end back at Desperados around 1pm. There they will have an auction, raffles and door prizes – everybody wins something! Cars are more than welcome to join the fun as well! The Survivors is a brotherhood of clean and sober bikers whose primary purpose is to be in the community for the brother or sister who wants to stop drinking and using drugs. “We have more folks pitching-in to help this year – sponsors, helpers, and participants. So we’re really excited about this year’s benefit run – the second annual Critter Crawl. Please come join us for fun in service,” says Joey Mueller, current Survivors local president. FMI call (970)946-0337 or email at [email protected]. Several local independent businesses from San Juan County are planning a Local First campaign. A Local First campaign educates consumers about the economic and social advantages that independent and local businesses bring to a community. The goal is to create a thriving local economy by maximizing the potential of local businesses, and transferring market share (business, government, and consumer purchases) from nonlocally owned businesses to local independently owned businesses. One of the greatest things an individual can do to support his or her local community is to patronize its locally owned businesses. Compared to their national competitors, local independent businesses recycle more money back into the local economy and give greater support to a community's nonprofit and civic needs. They are better positioned to respond to the special needs of the community, and they are more tied to the community's future. Additionally, unlike a homogenized Anyplace, USA, a community with vibrant independent businesses retains its unique character as a great place to live and visit. San Juan Local First, (SJLF), is inviting the public to participate in a logo design contest. The logo will be used in all promotional advertising for the organization. The contest is open only to residents of San Juan County. There is no age limit; however, any entrant under the age of 18 must have a parent or guardian’s signature. The winning logo designer will win $500 cash. For more details, and submission rules, interested individuals can download an electronic version at www.SanJuanLocalFirst.org. Hard copy applications can be picked up at the following locations: Animas Credit Union - all locations ~ Arts & Crafts in Animas Valley Mall ~ Brown’s Shoe Fit, 124 W. Main St, Farmington Budget Blinds, 825 Sullivan Ave., Farmington ~ Majestic Media, 2604 E. Main, Farmington Parker’s Office Products, 714 W. Main, Farmington ~ Wines of the San Juan, 233 Hwy. 511, Blanco. Submissions will be accepted until 5PM August 1, 2011. After the winning logo is announced, SJLF will follow up with a kick-off campaign in early September. Local independent business owners will be invited to join the organization. At the kick-off, membership benefits will be shared, along with plans for the upcoming holiday season. For more information: phone (505) 419-2605 Welcome to National Night Out 2011! WELL IT IS THAT TIME AGAIN! Everyone get ready to come celebrate in the park and help us strengthen neighborhood and community policing. This year’s National Night out is Tuesday August 2, 2011, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. and will be held at Minium Park. National Night Out is designed to: Heighten crime awareness and drug prevention awareness; generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime efforts. This is done to strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a strong message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods and local businesses are organized and fighting back and they are not welcomed. From 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. we will be celebrating in the park with great fun, entertainment, games, food plus don’t miss out on our “famous” donut eating contest featuring our very own Chief of Police, and City Manager and maybe we can talk our Mayor into some fun! From 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Residents and local businesses throughout the City of Aztec and across the nation, are asked to lock their doors, turn on porch lights and go outside. This will send criminals lurking a strong message that we have all united to make our City of Aztec a SAFER community to live in. This is a very important night for the citizens of Aztec to stand together to promote awareness and safety. This event allows all local businesses to show case their business to the local community and show support in getting the message out that criminals are not welcomed in our community. We will have live music, food, activities and many displays at this year’s event…so bring your family and say no to CRIME! Coming Soon Sorehead Elections Contact TALON with your Sorehead nomination: 334-1039 / [email protected] THE AZTEC LOCAL NEWS PAGE 5 New Report Reveals Toxic Air Near Natural Gas Operations Citizen Samples Confirm Neighboring Communities at Risk El Cerrito, CA - Citizen sampling of air quality near natural gas production facilities has identified highly unsafe levels of toxic chemicals near homes, playgrounds, schools and community centers in Colorado and New Mexico. A new report issued by Global Community Monitor, GASSED! Citizen Investigation of Toxic Air Pollution from Natural Gas Development, details the air sampling results, environmental and public health threats with living amid the natural gas boom. A coalition of environmental and community based organizations in Colorado and New Mexico collected nine air samples that were analyzed by a certified lab. The lab detected a total of 22 toxic chemicals in the air samples, including four known carcinogens, as well as toxins known to damage the nervous system and respiratory irritants. The chemicals detected ranged from 3 to 3,000 times higher than what is considered safe by state and federal agencies. Sampling was conducted in the San Juan Basin area of Colorado and New Mexico, as well as Garfield County in western Colorado. “Carcinogenic chemicals like benzene and acrylonitrile should not be in the air we breathe – and certainly not at these potentially harmful levels," said Dr. Mark Chernaik, scientist. “These results suggest neighboring communities are not being protected and their long-term health is being put at risk.” "My husband, pets, and I have experienced respiratory and other health related problems during the twelve years we have lived on Cow Canyon Road in La Plata County, Colorado. We believe these health issues are related to the air quality in our neighborhood and in the area,” said Jeri L. Montgomery, neighbor of natural gas development. Through the course of the pilot study, neighbors of natural gas production facilities documented chemical odors and sampled the air. Neighbors have appealed to local, state and national government agencies to investigate their air quality complaints, to limited recourse. "We are very concerned about the total disregard for the health and welfare of the people "existing" near the sickening toxic oil and gas industry dumps located in neighborhoods such as the land farm on Crouch Mesa and the waste disposal facility in Bloomfield that are permitted and approved by the State of New Mexico and Federal EPA,” said Shirley McNall, member of San Juan County, NM Residents Worried About Our Health. "Experts and agencies recognize more air monitoring is needed, but it's not happening," said Paul Light, cochair of the Battlement Concerned Citizens. "Rather than wait for the government, we used the Bucket Brigade to collect much-needed air quality information." The community and environmental groups in the San Juan Basin and western Colorado worked with Global Community Monitor, which trains community members living near industrial operations to run their own “Bucket Brigade” to sample their air. The Bucket Brigade has been used in 27 countries internationally. The bucket uses EPA methods for testing and an independent lab for air sample analysis. Complaints about air quality have also surfaced in other states around the country, including West Virginia, Arkansas, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Wyoming. Little Hypnotherapy • stress relief • pain control • smoking cessation • sports enhancement A New Beginning #4 Road 3641 • Aztec information exists to educate and inform citizens about the chemicals being stored, emitted into the air, ground or water in close proximity to their homes. “People are getting gassed, and they don’t even know what is coming at them. The air monitoring provides crucial information in understanding what families are being exposed to on a day-to-day basis,” said Denny Larson of Global Community Monitor. Federal loopholes in the Clean Air Act allow major corporations to circumvent basic protections that put public health first. US EPA is currently drafting new regulations to control and monitor air pollution from natural gas development. Congress is debating new legislation, such as the Bringing Reductions to Energies Air Born Toxic Health Effects (BREATHE) Act. As regulation moves forward, GASSED! states that solutions are possible. The natural gas industry should invest in pollution controls to increase efficiency and reduce the amount of chemicals in the air. The report also calls for mandatory air monitoring at all natural gas operations and disclosure of chemicals used in the process to local residents. In addition, the proximity of neighbors and wells is often too close. The report recommends a minimum quarter mile buffer zone between homes, schools and natural gas operations. This is similar to regulations enacted by Tulare County, CA on pesticide spray and St. Charles Parish, LA on industrial development. The report further states, “As the natural gas industry continues to grow, so will the number of families neighboring and affected by the emissions. Industry and government leaders have a unique opportunity to address public health and environmental issues. For coexistence between communities and gas industry to be possible, chemical exposure has to be immediately addressed.” The full report can be viewed at: www.gcmonitor.org. Marcia Robin clinical hypnotherapist by appointment, 320-9709 A New Beginning - see a difference today! It’s all about Summer!! at All About Style 220 N. Main, Aztec Give one of our hair specialists a call Wilma, Gail or Melanie Owner Judy Johnson Cuts, Color, Perms, Weaves Men, Women & Children CALL A MY FOR N AILS, PEDICURE S, WAXIN BY APP G T ONLY Walk-ins Welcome For appointments: 505-334-7214 Tuesday-Friday, 8:30-5:30 • Saturday, 8:30 until ? Open for the Season and all bridges are open!! Fresh Sugar Snap Peas, Onions, New Potatoes, Green Beans and Summer Squash. It doesn’t get any fresher than this! You can also purchase fresh granola, canned goods, chile powders, pods and ristras! Located at #745 CR 2900 (Ruins Rd.) 7 1/2 miles north of Aztec or 3 1/2 mi. west of 550, turn onto CR 2900 at Cedar Hill. Mon-Sat 9-6, Sun 10-6. Visit our website at www.sutherlandfarms.net for more info. • 334-3578 • Coming August 6th: Sutherland Farms Harvest Fiesta featuring Sangre Joven Keep Kids Safe by dialing #SAFE (#7233) Report suspected child abuse or neglect by calling #SAFE (#7233) from a cell phone or 1-855-333-SAFE. PAGE 6 JULY 16 - 31 • 2011 The Preferred Personal Care Provider 505-324-8269 800-461-1218 Offices in Farmington, Gallup and Grants Help from your friends or family. Call us to see if you qualify TRWC Art Center All Day Silver PMC Workshop with Sue Johnson Saturday August 13 from 9 am to 5 pm This full day workshop is for all levels. Pre-registration and prepayment are required as space is limited. Workshop Fee (Includes all materials): Members: $170 • Non Members: $195 Reserve a space by paying 1/2 down with balance due no later than 2 weeks prior to class. Sorry, no refunds or credits. One full day class working with silver PMC to create your own unique fine silver pendant and earrings. The fee includes tools and silver clay - tool kit and finished jewelry will go home with each student Wear clothes that can get dirty! Why so expensive? The main material for this class is the PMC clay—the clay contains silver. Market price for silver has been rising dramatically. For more information - email [email protected], call the TRWC Art Center at 505-716-7660, or stop by at 109 N. Allen Avenue in Farmington! Readers are Leaders prize redemption By Catherine Walker Grobler Pam Shenton of the Vanilla Moose graciously accommodated Cub Scout Pack 325 on the back patio of the local ice cream establishment on July 5, 2011. The boys and their families tucked under umbrellas during the brief rain. Andrew Grobler, who, with the help of many, collected gently used children's books for a Mosaic Academy Book Drive in May, was the winner of a $100 Vanilla Moose gift certificate. He used the certificate for the Tuesday meeting. After the scouts and their siblings enjoyed ice cream cones topped with a cherry, they had a Lego build off. The boys created their version of the Empire State Building and the abominable snowman topped one of the towers. Time to watch 'King Kong' at the next pack meeting?? According to Andrew, "Scouting is great because it is so much fun. Having a nice, sugary treat is good, too!" If you are interested in scouting in Aztec, please contact Darren Smith of Pack 325 at [email protected]. Pack 325 meets most Tuesday evenings at 6:30pm (in Minium Park during the summer and at Aztec Presbyterian Church during the rest of the year). Get a Head Start for your child! Presbyterian Medical Services accepts applications for their early childhood education programs all year long. Services include center-based Early Head Start, Head Start and Pre-K programs. We also offer home-based Early Head Start services. These programs accept children aged six weeks to four years old including children with special needs. Centers are located in Aztec, Bloomfield, Kirtland, and Farmington and the Little Feet Center in the Sky View Mesa housing area off Highway 371. Applications can be submitted at the Presbyterian Medical Services regional office in Farmington at 608 Reilly. Services are free to those who qualify. Call PMS - San Juan Children’s Services at 326-6434, or come by 608 Reilly for more information or an application. TALON is Read in Far Out Places by Far Out People! TALON is read in Johannesburg, South Africa THE AZTEC LOCAL NEWS PAGE 7 And the winners are... The 2011 Aztec Lady Tiger Soccer Team would like to thank everyone who supported us by participating in our raffle. Congratulations to Rita Rodarte, Riley Roland and Darla Chavez for purchasing the winning tickets! 1st Prize - Rita Rodarte won the New Honda 4-Wheeler 2nd Prize - Riley Roland won the 60" Mitsubishi HDTV Calling All Four Corners Brave Heart Women! BE INSPIRATION IN ACTION! Durango has an exciting Brave Heart Women’s Event coming up on Sunday, August 28. Dr. Ellie Drake, founder of Brave Heart Women, is including Durango on her Big City National Tour as the only small town stop for a full day of bringing women together for inspiration, learning, networking and entertainment at the beautiful Sleeping Beauty Ranch. Participants will find their passion, explore their life’s purpose, build self esteem and discover how they can contribute to the vision of global peace. Dr. Ellie Drake is an Iranian born, naturalized American medical doctor who has chosen to devote her life to empowering women to make the really big changes that are so needed at this time. Brave Heart Women is endorsed by people that include Maya Angelou, Carol Channing, Courtney Cox and so many other women you may admire and be inspired by. For a limited time, you can still get a free $97 ticket and a free book ($24.95 value), a compilation of writings by visionary women authors), including Mariel Hemingway. Shipping & handling is the only cost! An optional organic lunch is available for $20. To register, go to www. BraveHeartWomenTour.com and put in referred by Sondra Joyce, Nanci Moore or Penny Wanger. For questions, call Susan Urban at 970-317-0939. TALON is Read in Far Out Places by Far Out People! TALON is read in Barcelona, Spain Eleanor and Kelly Townsend and daughter Jerra Gonzales read TALON at the Basilica De La Sagrada Familia (Sacred Family) in Barcelona during a June 2011 visit. It is the unfinished masterpiece of Antoni Gaudi who started building it in 1882 and died in 1926. They said they would probably be working on it another 30 years. There is a great photo gallery of the building with a little history at www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/en/albums-en/gaudisagrada-familia/pages/sagrada-familia-01_jpg.html If you are homeless, help is available! www.hud.gov 3rd Prize - Darla Chavez won the16GB I-PAD2 PAGE 8 JULY 16 - 31 • 2011 THE AZTEC LOCAL NEWS PAGE 9 Naturopathic Notes: fat burners To lose fat, eat fat. Really?? Yes, really. However, first you need to know what foods will burn the most fat, and what foods prevent the fat from burning. It is important to eat foods you enjoy. Here is a list of foods that help to burn fat: sprouted grains organic butter rice eggs spelt coconut oil sweet potato olive oil all fresh fruits avocados all fresh vegetables nuts It is also important to know which foods prevent your body from burning fat. These foods are: hydrogenated anything substitute butters canola substitute margarines margarine sugar sodas processed foods artificial sweeteners soy high fructose corn syrup What are the foods that take more energy to digest than they deliver to your body? These foods are an important source of phytonutrients, yet are not sources of fat-packing calories. 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Your stomach will sense that it is full and signal you to stop eating. Even drinking a glass of water BEFORE each meal is a proven weight loss strategy. All of the following foods contain a lot of water in a fibrous matrix. Water may be the most effective appetite control substance. Celery: One cup of celery contains only 19 calories. It takes far more than 19 calories to prepare, eat, digest and eliminate this one cup of celery, therefore qualifying it as a negative-calorie food. You can eat as much celery as you want. Celery does contain powerful medicine. Celery juice is a powerful anti-inflammatory. One of the active constituents in celery, apigenin, cuts the risk of ovarian cancer. Celery is high in sodium and balances the electrolites in the cells. It is also high in potassium, calcium folic acid, Vitamins A & C. It is thought to have a relaxing effect by calming the nerves. Lettuce, onions and greens: are all water vegetables. Onions contain an assortment of anti-cancer nutrients and immune-boosting properties. It is also high in vitamins C, E and A, selenium and zinc. Pickles: being made from cucumbers, a water veggie, is a negative-calorie food. However, many pickles are also packed with sugar AND FD&C yellow #5 (which may contribute to behavior problems and lower IQ). The vinegar will aid in digestion, increasing HCl. Make sure you read labels before purchasing, even in a natural foods store. Grapefruit: contains naringenin, an antioxidant which triggers the liver to break down fat. Naringenin activates two kinds of enzymes that tricks the liver into believing it is fasting, thereby breaking down fatty acids instead of carbohydrates. Only raw grapefruit – not juice – offer this benefit. Grapefruit contains 75 mg. of vitamin C, some potassium, calcium, magnesium, and phosphorus. Full spectrum sea salt: We are not speaking of processed white salt (sodium chloride). The body needs full spectrum salt which is rich in minerals to stave off food cravings. Food cravings are really just cravings for minerals. This can be done by adding REAL salt, which is either pink or gray in color, to the diet. Going on a diet is not in your highest interest. If you are looking to lose pounds, you must change your lifestyle. In eating foods that are whole, natural and pure, you are making steps to a healthier and happier way of living. What is the state of your health? Let us help you find a healthier way to spend the rest of your life. For comments and questions e-mail: [email protected]. Susan (a nationally certified tui-na practitioner and instructor, and certified by ANCB as a Certified Traditional Naturopath) can be reached at her office at #4 Road 3641, Aztec, 327-1914. by Susan Barnes, ND RYAN LANE Attorney at Law Aztec Native Proudly Serving the Four Corners Community • • Civil Litigation • Business Law • Trusts • Wills • Guardianships 325-1804 304 N. Behrend • Farmington BLM at Stage 2 fire restrictions Jicarilla Ranger District of forest still at Stage 1 Some fire restriction exemptions allowed for oil and gas industry Lack of precipitation, high temperatures and low humidity has forced the Bureau of Land Management Farmington District Office to prohibit the use of campfires, charcoal grills and chainsaws on BLM land. The restrictions are what the BLM refers to as Stage 2 fire restrictions on public land administered by the Farmington District office. The BLM Farmington District Office includes the Farmington Field Office and the Taos Field Office. Stage 2 restrictions also restrict smoking to inside buildings and in vehicles, or at developed recreation areas while parked or standing in an area that is clear of flammable material for at least three feet in all directions. Also banned under Stage 2 fire restrictions are any type of combustion engine – including ATVs and motorized dirt bikes – not equipped with a spark arrestor. A spark arrestor prevents sparks from coming out the exhaust. Meanwhile, as of Monday (July, 11) the Jicarilla Ranger District of Carson National Forest east of San Juan County, in Rio Arriba County, was still at Stage 1 fire restrictions. Under Stage 1 restrictions, campfires are allowed in developed campfire rings in developed campgrounds. The rules for smoking during Stage 1 restrictions are the same as those for Stage 2. Stage 1 and Stage 2 fire restrictions also are the same for fireworks - always prohibited on any federal lands. The threat of fire is so severe in some other parts of the Carson National Forest that the areas have been closed to the public. Oil and gas operator Stage 2 exemptions The BLM Farmington District Office has granted some exemptions to Stage 2 fire restrictions to permitted oil and natural gas operators. The BLM is allowing operators to weld and use acetylene torches and other open flame devices if the work area is clear of flammable material for at least 20 feet in all directions from where work is being performed. The exemption criteria require that operators must function as two-member teams when welding and using acetylene torches and other open flame devices. The exemption criteria requires each team to have on-site fire suppression material available, including shovels, water and at least two 20-pound fire extinguishers of Class A,B,C. PAGE 10 JULY 16 - 31 • 2011 Esteemed local program trains area residents for careers in water purification By Debra Mayeux The world’s population increases by 2.5 people every second, with six new babies born each minute in the United States. All of these 7 billion people need clean drinking water to survive, and according to David H. Paul, a world leader in water purification, we ran out of pure water years ago. The world needs water purification plants to create good water. “We have to treat it,” David told a group of government officials during a July 8 tour of his new educational facility. Aztec City Commissioner Jim Crowley and City Manager Josh Ray joined Bloomfield Mayor Scott Eckstein, Bloomfield City Manager David Fuqua and San Juan County Commissioner Margaret McDaniel on a tour of the David H. Paul Water Technologies Training Institute, which recently relocated to 1911 Rustic Place in Farmington. “We moved to make sure students have a better facility to learn in,” said Charlie Bedford, of the company. The facility houses several working examples of water purification systems and filters, a water testing laboratory and a computer center. In this building students will receive hands-on training in a career that almost guarantees a job upon certification. “We’re training people who have never been in water quality to get into the business, and companies are looking for people who’ve really got that background,” Charlie said. Since the institute was founded in 1988 more than 16,000 people have been trained in water treatment. Many had little to no knowledge of the industry, but were professionals after completing the program. Others already were employed in water treatment but needed additional training and were sent to the Farmington facility to learn more. “We’ve trained almost all of the Navy ships and U.S. military. … We train everyone in the world,” David said. An industry visionary, David left his job at Public Service Company of New Mexico’s San Juan Generating Station to open a water-treatment consulting business. His services became a commodity desired at plants and facilities around the world. Then, he decided to develop a water technologies training program in his hometown of Farmington. He first worked with San Juan College to offer water-treatment certification at an accredited college. He also was asked to develop similar programs in Yuma, Ariz., San Antonio, Texas, and Tampa Bay, Fla. He had several years of success in the community college circuit, but regulations led him to create his own college. David H. Paul Inc. grew to include the technologies training institute. “We want to cookie-cutter have colleges all around the country and run it like a business,” David said. The home base would remain in San Juan County, where area residents continue to receive training in the four-semester program. Students, who average between the ages of 35-45, participate in four semesters. During that time, they work on four individual water-treatment units and learn to troubleshoot possible problems with the unit’s parts and membranes, which are at the heart of water purification. The membranes act as filters that attract and remove impurities in water. They differ in size and cost. Companies need the membranes to run efficiently for long periods of time. “We teach them how to maintain these things (membranes); how to troubleshoot and that saves companies millions of dollars,” said Bill Dees, instructor. The large membranes cost up to $4,000 each and can operate for 10 years if maintained. “We train people on how to operate them properly.” Students learn how to test water in a laboratory. They Aztec City Commissioner Jim Crowley points to a water-treatment machine, as Travis Caveney, instructor for David H. Paul Water Treatment Training Institute, explains how it works, during a tour on July 8 at the institute's new facility in Farmington. learn leadership, and in the third semester, students also learn professional development. “Part of their assignment is to work on resumes and look for jobs,” Charlie said. If a student finds a job, they can start right away and continue their education through a correspondence program. A job with a competitive salary is guaranteed, if the student works for it. “Almost every industry uses hi-tech water treatment. … There have always been more jobs than we can fill,” David said. Those jobs have salaries that range from $43,000 to $100,000 depending on the company and location. Students have received jobs with companies such as General Electric and Intel. There are jobs overseas and even in the energy industry here. “We’ve placed more people in the Four Corners area,” David said. “We’ve also placed people in Iraq and Afghanistan.” He added that most Middle Eastern countries don’t have fresh water sources. Their water comes from the sea, so water-treatment jobs in the Middle East pay the highest salaries, according to David. In many ways, the institute prepares local students for a career in an industry that takes them away from the region. But it also put San Juan County on the map as having one of the world’s best water technologies consulting firms and training programs. A new group of students will enter the program on Aug. 27. Three have registered, but there is room for up to 16 students per class. The entire cost of the program is $8,200, and Charlie said a payment plan is available. The institute could be accredited in about 12 to 18 months, making financial aid available. For more information about the David H. Paul Water Technologies Training Institute call (505) 599-0241 or go online at www.watertechtraining.com. Pictured left to right are Aztec City Manager Josh Ray, Bloomfield Mayor Scott Eckstein, David H. Paul, Bloomfield City Manager David Fuqua, San Juan County Commissioner Margaret McDaniel and Charlie Bradford. They are looking at a water-treatment membrane in the student resource room at the David H. Paul Water Treatment Training Institute. Moving? Downsizing? Collecting? Crowded? Store Your Stuff in Aztec! Animas Storage • Security Fence • Lighted • Paved • Dumpster on site Summer Special! 2nd month FREE • 2 locations in Aztec • 16173 Hwy 550 (.5 mile north of town) 111 Hilltop Rd. (behind Aztec Quick Lube) Mention this ad for $5 off your first month! David H. Paul, left, explains how a water-treatment membrane works as he shows it to Aztec City Commissioner Jim Crowley during a July 8 tour of the David H. Paul Water Treatment Training Institute. Instructor Travis Caveney looks on in that back. Call 334-1039 to get your stories, ads, events, etc. in TALON THE AZTEC LOCAL NEWS Cedar Hill School PAGE 11 Cedar Hill 1908-1910 San Juan County Early Pioneer - George Albert Tinker by Janelle McEwen Osborn, La Mesa, CA As the state of New Mexico enters into its Centennial we should respectfully pay tribute to our courageous pioneer ancestors who settled the territory and paved its way to statehood. One of these pioneers was George Albert Tinker, my great grandfather. George Albert Tinker was born on 3 Mar 1852 in Lawrenceville, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania to Joseph Wainwright Tinker and Eva Jane Billingsley. In 1868 the family migrated to Poweshiek County, Iowa where they purchased land and began farming. George left his parents’ Iowa home in August of 1876 traveling on foot. Although his mode of transportation is uncertain, oral history states that he walked over a thousand miles to reach Lake City, Colorado and then crossed over the mountain into Silverton where he hoped to seek a fortune in silver mining. While working in the mines at Silverton, he met and fell in love with Emma Happs, and they married on 22 October 1880. Their first child, Martha (Eve) Tinker, my grandmother, was born in Silverton in 1883. The following year they left Silverton to begin a new life in the territory of New Mexico and settled in what is now San Juan County. George was drawn to the area’s rich land where he could successfully raise crops and livestock. In a letter he wrote to his family he stated that he could acquire a New Mexico land patent which he eventually did. The couple’s first residence was in Riverside where George ran a stage coach crossing at Twin Crossing. In 1885 the family relocated to Cox Crossing which was later named Cedar Hill. The story of the community’s naming was often told by family members, since my great grandmother was instrumental in the decision making process. It was sometime between 1887 and 1892 when the Literary Society had a meeting to name the settlement. Each member wrote the name of their choice on a piece of paper, and the winning name was drawn from a hat. The name submitted by my great grandmother, Emma Happs Tinker, was drawn and the community officially became Cedar Hill. As the community began to grow, responsible citizens like George Tinker adopted leadership roles. George was civic minded and became deeply involved in the development of Cedar Hill. He was a Justice of Peace, a Notary Republic, and a proponent of Cedar Hill’s first educational system where he taught school in a small cabin near Cox Canyon. As an advocate of education, he donated the land for the official Cedar Hill School in Live in fear Don’t live your life in fear, if you believe the end is near. Don’t bother clinging to those you love dear. Think of the one who gave you the gift of life. No: Not your mom or your dad nor husband or wife. Don't put your treasures here on this earth. Cause when it's all over, they’ll be of no worth. Forgive all your enemies, give to the poor. Cause that is one sure way to see Heaven's door. It won't be so hard to cope, if you never give up on hope. By:Margaret A Trujillo Tinkers first cabin in Cedar Hill Amy Ginn, CNM, MSN Mary Louise Walton, CNM, MSN Heidi Zink, CNM, MS Caring for women of all ages George Tinker Family 1906 and supervised its building. The school house still stands today and is used for community functions. George’s personal life expanded along with Cedar Hill. He and Emma had four more children after Martha (Eve). Mary Edith (Edie) was born in Riverside. Joseph William (Joe), Zadie Emma, and George Albert Jr. were born in Cedar Hill. Emma died on 5 August 1895 at the age of 29. In 1896, George was remarried to Lula Smith Carmon and became a stepfather to her two children, Jesse Paul Carmon and Inez (Dolly) Carmon. George and Lula went on to have five children of their own: Belle Elizabeth, Hannah Ethel, Charlotte (Lottie) Esther, John Augustus, and Lula (Ena). Collectively, the couple had 12 children. In addition, George was a resourceful farmer. When challenged with getting water up the Animas River’s bank, he built a water wheel to irrigate his fields. Consequently, he raised excellent crops and was well known for his Elberta peaches. In 1909, a Durango newspaper reported that he sold 312 dollars worth of peaches, all from 14 young Elberta peach trees. Sometime around 1909 George purchased a thrashing machine and went into the thrashing business, but on 12 November 1909 he stepped off his thrashing machine and fell in his yard. According to a Durango obituary he died of a stroke. He was 57 years old. George Albert Tinker was more than a civically active businessman and farmer. He was my great grandfather; a man of faith and hope who courageously left his Iowa home and headed west in search of a better life. As a result of his perseverance and ambition he successfully began the expansion into the New Mexico territory, leaving a legacy of strength and integrity along with the pioneering spirit and determination to follow one’s dreams. Rod Run Block Party in downtown Farmington The Farmington Downtown Association will host the 29th Annual Rod Run Block Party in downtown Farmington on Saturday, July 16 from 6 to 10pm. The Rod Run Block Party will follow an all day Show 'n Shine in Civitan Park sponsored by the Northern New Mexico Street Rodders. The Block Party will feature cool cars under the stars, great music by Durango based band Freeplay, and lots of food and activities for the entire family. FMI or additional photos, please contact Elizabeth Isenberg, Downtown Coordinator at 599-1419. • Prenatal care • Hospital births (at Mercy Medical Center in Durango) • Annual exams and pap smears • Contraceptive counseling We accept most insurances: Presbyterian Health Plan, Cigna, Blue Cross/Blue Shield - New Mexico, and New Mexico Medicaid. Midwife care in Aztec 604 S. Rio Grande Aztec, NM 87410 Toll free: 1-877-371-2011 • www.southwestmidwives.com • Too Hot? Call Home Plumbing & Heating We can service your current A/C or SWAMP COOLER, or Install a new one for you! We also have a Service Plan to fit your needs! 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Service & Repairs New Construction Remodeling Residential Commercial NM License #91085 Rising Sun Plumbing “We’re here to help!” 505-333-2550 There are probably many residents throughout San Juan County who don't even realize that under the Community Development Project (333-3130/334-4552), help with their property is only a phone call away. Larry Hathaway oversees the program while Fred Frost supervises the actual work as the County's Public Works/ Citizens Liaison. Under recently passed County legislation intended to improve the appearance of the County, the existing program has now taken on a more prominent role with regard to both residents as well as the aims of the initial ordinances. At the advent, the program targeted residents with infirmities, the aged, and those with disabilities but today it has expanded to include the impoverished or even those who are simply without means. Property demands can become more than one can handle when so afflicted and that's where Fred and the County can step in with a helping hand. Tree branches, twigs, a build-up of leaves and other natural property burdens are no problem for this program since County inmates, anxious for fresh air and exercise, are more than willing to supply a little muscle. When it comes to the actual removal, the County supplies the backhoe, flat beds, hauling cages, and other equipment needed for the job. The scope of the program is not limited to fallen tree limbs and such but also includes old refrigerators, junk cars that have been sitting in the yard as an eye sore for years, or that old Silver-Stream that's been sittin' there since... well, forever. They also clean up County roadways and highways of debris and other trash that only deters from the beauty of San Juan County. Fred says, “If we're able to help citizens to come into compliance with current County ordinances, home values and both residential and business properties will also rise while simultaneously beautifying the County; it's a win/win situation.” Once the Community Development Office is contacted at the above numbers within the County annex building, the process is officially in swing. Shortly thereafter, Fred will be returning the call and setting up an agreeable day and time for him to inspect the property and take pictures. After discussing the property needs and with pictures in-tow, Fred then sets about to ensure that the paper-work is submitted with dotted-I's and crossed T's. Not long after that he'll again call to set up yet another agreeable day and time to bring in the equipment and crew and get the job done. This is a beneficial program that serves both the aims of the County as well as residents/residences in need of help which should come as a comfort to all in knowing that “Hey – The County Cares.” THE AZTEC LOCAL NEWS PAGE 13 Living Green in San Juan County Elisa Bird [email protected] Need more storage? Have shelves and cabinets custom fit to the strangest spaces. What does “green” mean? For the last few weeks I have been looking at starting a Green Living Consulting Service; assisting individuals and businesses in setting up and implementing green practices and systems. In testing the waters I spoke to a couple of people in passing about such a service and they asked “what is green?” This took me back as the term Green is such an over used catch phrase these days. In an earlier article I wrote how the concept of simple living gave rise to sustainable living which evolved into green living and is now being referred to as local living. On the Sustainable San Juan website it states Green Living is meeting our everyday needs locally - being locally self reliant and less reliant on national or global economies, supporting and enhancing the resources and skills of our local people while conserving our resources. My quick response is Green Living increases our economy, improves our lives and conserves the very resources that support us. But how does the philosophy and concept of Green Living interpret into a day to day practice? Living green can be broken down into several areas of our lives: Food – eating and supporting locally produced food Energy – local produced energy – wind, solar, conserving energy Water – conserving our water use: rain water, grey water, drip system Transportation – energy saving driving practices plus walking, bike riding Economy – buy local first, keep our shopping dollars in town with small businesses Resource conservation - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Replace Building – energy efficient homes & materials - insulation You could include in this list, healthy living – healthy diet, exercise, and using - people and pet safe - cleaning supplies. Sustainable San Juan’s website has information on all of these areas, wwwSustainableSanJuan.com. Green Living Audit: The first step in going green, is to do a green living audit to determine areas you would like to make greener, don’t try to take on making your whole life green at once. Just pick the areas that are easiest to green and build from there, most people already do some form of green living. Involve your children in this activity. OBSERVE HABITS How do you use water and electricity? How do you drive, how often do you drive? Where does your food come from, how much does your food dollar stay in San Juan County? How much trash do you generate; what can be reduced, reused, recycled? How well is your house insulated? How do you heat and cool your house? Another great audit is to check your carbon foot print: Ecological Footprint Quiz from Center for Sustainable Economy - http://myfootprint.org From Sustainable San Juan’s website is the following: Home Repairs & Remodels Additions * Remodels * Repairs Painting * Drywall * Decks Tilework * Door installation Wildwood Trim & Remodel Remodeling • Repairs • Large or Small Jobs General Contractor • NM lic 16778 • 30+ YEARS EXPERIENCE 505-330-2960 Green living in practice - rainwater catchment and simple garden. Community Garden welcomes helping hands! We are fortunate to have in San Juan County two great community gardens, in Shiprock and at the Good Samaritan Village here in Aztec. In some areas of the country, location to community gardens is a strong selling and renting point for properties. Community gardens are a great way to garden together and to share the experience of gardening. A new community gardening experience is taking place on West Apache in Farmington, across from Creamland and next to Navajo Prep. Talking to Matt Camacho, this is the beginning of a garden but at this point it is a composting project utilizing worms, donated woodchips from area companies and tossed out veggies from local stores. The garden space has been donated by Navajo United Methodist and recently a visiting church group put in a watering system. But what is needed most at these county wide community gardens, is community - community involvement! The work of gardening has fallen onto the shoulders of just a handful of folks. Matt mentioned community gardens does take a lot of work; digging, watering, but this comes with great satisfaction of being a part of building our local food system. All three garden projects need volunteers to come and help out at the gardens with a tasty harvest as an additional reward. So come and bring community into community gardens! Aztec Village Community Garden – Joann 947-2542 Farmington Garden Project – Matt 947-4776 Shiprock Community Garden – Colin 734 347 9866 5 Easy Ways to go green 1) Change margins on paper from standard 1.25 inches to 75 inches 2) Use Compaq Florescents 3) Use cloth shopping bags 4) Don’t top trees just trim the top 1/3 of canopy 5) Unplug electronic appliances when not in use Here’s to simple/sustainable/green/local living here in San Juan County! Greenhouse Growing With Joe and Marti Macaluso August 8th • 6 - 8 pm Aztec Library At Sustainable San Juan’s August meeting we will be having Joe and Marti Macaluso talk about their experiences growing veggies in a green house. All are welcomed. 716-3915 NM Poison Center 1-800-222-1222 Green living in practice - the solar dryer PAGE 14 Halt GM planting until Dr. Huber's research is completed! US scientists claim to have discovered a type of microscopic organism linked to genetically modified crops and the pesticides used on them. The research, which is yet to be completed, suggests the pathogen could be the cause of recent widespread crop failure and miscarriages in livestock. Emeritus Professor Don Huber from Perdue University says his research shows that animals fed on GM corn or soybeans may suffer serious health problems due the pathogen. Learn more and sign the petition to Agriculture Secretary Vilsack to stop the planting of these seeds until further research is done. http://action.fooddemocracynow.org/sign/dr_hubers_war ning/ Industry and regulators covered up Roundup/birth defect link for decades The pesticide industry knew from its own studies (including one by Monsanto) as long ago as the 1980s— and EU regulators knew since the 1990s—that the bestselling herbicide Roundup causes birth defects. A new report by international scientists now exposes the 30year cover-up, including efforts as recent as last year by the German government's consumer protection office to rebut a 2010 study showing Roundup causes birth defects in frogs and chickens at tiny doses. The study was prompted by reports of high rates of birth defects and cancers in areas of South America growing GM Roundup Ready soy, which is sprayed with high doses of the herbicide. Read a lengthy article on this in the Huffington Post (www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/06/24/roundup-scientistsbirth-defects_n_883578.html), a summary in The Ecologist, or the full report "Roundup and birth defects: Is the public being kept in the dark?" at www.scribd.com/doc/57277946/ RoundupandBirthDefectsv5. Monsanto responded to the report, but the report's authors pick apart the company's statements, showing how they are unsupported and unscientific. The Institute for Responsible Technology is working to end the genetic engineering of our food supply and the outdoor release of GM crops. Safeway launches summer food drive to help feed the hungry Partners with Salvation Army and other local food banks to end hunger Denver, Colo. (July 7, 2011) –Safeway’s Denver Division today launched a food drive to help feed the hungry during the crucial summer months when food banks are often overlooked. Beginning this week, local Safeway stores will offer a specially produced grocery bag containing tuna, peanut butter, cereal, canned vegetables, spaghetti, macaroni and cheese, and instant mashed potatoes for $10 a bag. The program, which runs through July 24, 2011, strives to make donating easier for shoppers and help ensure the food bank recipients receive the quality items they need. Safeway’s Denver Division includes 140 stores in a five state region (Colo., Wyo., N.M., S.D. and Neb.). “We hope that all local residents help us with this drive. Our supplies tend to be lower at this time of year, yet our clients need for food remains the same,” said Lt. Colonel Daniel Starrett, Intermountain Divisional Commander. “With school out of session, many of our clients have lost another opportunity to receive food. These pre-packaged bags will help us secure the products our clients most desire.” The pre-produced bags can be found at the entrance of every Safeway store. A shopper simply adds the bag to their cart of groceries and pays the $10 fee at checkout before dropping the bag in the marked bins. Safeway contributes $175 million in food donations to food banks each year across the U.S. and partners with local organizations in the summer and fall by placing food collection barrels in stores. “We are proud to be partnering with our area food banks on this community-wide collection effort,” said Kris Staaf, Safeway’s Director of Public Affairs. “We hope customers will help us end hunger by purchasing the items most needed by our food banks. Every bag, every can and every dollar does count!” Industry statistics show that the demand for food via local food banks has increased by 45% since 2008. In the Rocky Mountain Region, one in eight people struggle with hunger and more than 40 percent of those seeking food come from a household with at least one working adult. JULY 16 - 31 • 2011 Emotional hijacking by Ron Price I hope some of you were able to remember to grab your thumb when you were angry or upset since I wrote about it in my last article in May. I’m confident you had occasion to put it into practice. Life, it seems, provides us with numerous opportunities to react or respond to what other people do or say to us. When we choose our response we’re likely in good shape. When we just react, however, we are capable of outrageous, unfortunate and regrettable behavior. We’re all human and we can easily get our feelings hurt by the actions, or misdeeds of others. In most instances we are able to maintain composure and deal with the situation in an appropriate, thoughtful manner. There are times however, when we experience “emotional hijacking” when the emotional part of our brain (the Limbic System) is so activated and engaged that it literally overrules the thinking part (the Frontal Lobe). When this happens trouble is usually not far behind. Road rage is a classic example of “emotional hijacking.” You’re driving down the road enjoying the day when someone cuts you off or does something else to irritate you. What do you do? Well if you’re not thinking, you’re likely going to run them off the road or worse. It’s a common occurrence in our society today and it need not occur – on the roadways or in our homes. John Gottman, a marriage and family researcher, professor at the University of Washington and co-founder, co-director of the Gottman Institute calls this “flooding” Join us for the 1st Annual Koogler Tigers Gridiron Challenge 7 on 7 Football Tournament WHERE: Aztec YAFL Field/Hartman Park WHEN: July 21-22 TIME: 5:30-8:30PM COST: $20.00 per child Registration: JULY 21 FROM 4:00-5:30PM, at the AZTEC YAFL FIELD. Registration form and Waiver of Liability must be completed by a parent or guardian before your child can participate. Cash or money orders only, no checks!!! This double elimination tournament is open to all upcoming 4-7 grade players in San Juan County No contact format/1 hand touch PLAYERS, please wear shorts, t-shirt and cleats if you have them. For more information please contact: ERIC STOVALL: 505-860-4535 KASH DONALDSON: 505-860-4726 CHARLOTTE PARKER: 505-330-2110 DELEA TAYLOR: 505-330-6680 Remembering a wonderful Aunt by Bruce L Salisbury My Aunt Dorothy Johnson Haynes lived most of one hundred years. She was born on July 26, 1907 and departed from this life on January 03 2007. The closing years of her life were clouded with Alzheimer’s but even in those last years I enjoyed visiting with her as she would sit at the window and watch the birds visiting in the feeders outside. She always treated us like honored guests and made polite conversation. I once showed her an old photo which had shown up in someone’s trunk. It was of a dignified looking gentleman with a beard and wearing a suit. We had kept it because the studio which made it was Brady, famous for Civil War Pictures. She looked at it for a moment and you could see the clouds lift from her face as she declared: “Oh my Bruce! That is my Grandpa!” When at last Dorothy died she was buried in Farmington with as many surviving children and friends as possible to bid her farewell and we were delighted when during a quiet moment toward the end of the graveside services we heard the rustle of wings and looked up to see Geese floated above us in perfect formation. My wife and I chuckled to realize that this beautiful human was being saluted at her goodbye with a “fly over” of Canadian Honkers. I am attaching my favorite photo of Dorothy Johnson Haynes. Sometimes we don’t remember how beautiful people are. I often think that young people are like cottonwood tree saplings, there being little difference in appearance from one to the next and they tend to bend whatever direction the breeze blows. When they are mature and their bark gets tough they are even more beautiful. when your emotions displace your thoughts. Most of us are old enough to remember cars with carburetors and most of us can remember getting a car flooded. I’m told it was possible to get the car started if you simply held down the gas pedal. I didn’t know that then, so for me the only remedy was to sit and wait for the gas to drain from the carburetor and then I could start the car. Being flooded was not good for cars. I propose it’s not good for marriage and other relationships either. When you and/or another are flooded – literally not in your thinking brain – that is not the time to try to resolve differences or address issues. You’ve heard the expression “I was so mad I couldn’t see (or think) straight? Well, it turns out that is literally true and therefore you will not be at your best in those circumstances. You can likely go back in time and quickly identify situations when you were in a heated exchange with a loved one. Chances are huge that one or both of you were flooded at the time, yet you continued to turn the key and give the situation more gas. If you did that with a car you would only make the condition worse. Same goes for a relationship. We simply cannot continue to engage in a conversation when we ourselves or the other are not in the right frame of mind to converse calmly and respectfully. We, or they, will eventually say or do something so horrific that the relationship could be in great jeopardy for its very survival. And this need not be the case. All that is required is for either party to call a time-out to give each an opportunity to calm down and get back into the thinking portion of their brain. That’s where grabbing the thumb can really help but anything that serves to remind you that despite the fact that you are at that moment angry as all get out, you really do not want to inflict pain and suffering on your loved one. You will if you’re not careful so please let me implore you to develop a time out signal. Form the habit of taking a time out so that words you will later regret don’t just come flying out of your mouth. Harley’s Humor Laws of Parenting 1. The later you stay up, the earlier your child will wake up the next morning. 2. For a child to become clean, something else must become dirty. 3. Toys multiply to fill any space available. 4. The longer it takes you to make a meal, the less your child will like it. 5. Yours is always the only child who doesn't behave. 6. If the shoe fits...it's expensive. 7. The surest way to get something done is to tell a child not to do it. 8. The gooier the food, the more likely it is to end up on the carpet. 9. Backing the car out to the driveway causes your child to have to go to the bathroom. Aztec Chamber Luncheon What: Chamber Luncheon – Sally Burbridge-Mayor, City of Aztec & Christa Romme-Director, Chamber of Commerce When: Thursday, July 21, 2011, Noon- 1 pm Where: Hidden Valley Golf Club, Aztec Sally Burbridge, Mayor with the City of Aztec, and Christa Romme, Director with the Aztec Chamber of Commerce will be speaking about the Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB) for the City of Aztec. Information will include the composition and purpose of the board as well as some of the exciting projects that have come from this board’s activities. There will also be a brief information and question session about the revisions to the Business Licensing Ordinance and processes for the City. The luncheon will be from 12-1 pm, Thursday, July 21st at the Hidden Valley Golf Club in Aztec. Attendees will order and pay from the menu. You must RSVP to the Aztec Chamber at 334-7646 or [email protected] by 5 pm on Tuesday, July 19th. For more info, contact Christa Romme, Executive Director, 505-334-7646. "Eyes on Drilling" Tipline The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced the creation of the "Eyes on Drilling" tipline for citizens to report non-emergency suspicious activity related to oil and natural gas development. The agency is asking citizens to call 1-877-919-4EPA (toll free) if they observe what appears to be illegal disposal of wastes or other suspicious activity. Anyone may also send reports by email to [email protected]. Citizens may provide tips anonymously if they don't want to identify themselves. In the event of an emergency, such as a spill or release of hazardous material, including oil, to the environment, citizens are advised to call the National Response Center at 1-800-424-8802. THE AZTEC LOCAL NEWS PAGE 15 Neighborhood Watch Round Valley Flora Vista by Joan Earnshaw The June 29 meeting of the Flora Vista Neighborhood Watch was full of excitement. We got to see the SWAT vehicle up close and personal. The kids especially enjoyed taking a really close look at the vehicle. Lt. Shane Ferrari showed us some of the weapons from the SWAT vehicle and explained how it is used to catch criminals and protect officers. He also answered all our questions. And just as Lt. Ferrari was answering the last of our questions, the Sheriff’s Office helicopter landed! We had not expected to see the helicopter, but Deputy Gross stayed long enough to tell us all about it and let us take a good look. )GV TKF QH VJCV FKTV[ UYCOR EQQNGT CPF JCXG WU KPUVCNN C PGY GHHKEKGPV CKT EQPFKVKQPGT HQT CU NKVVNG CU C OQPVJ 'UVKOCVGFRC[OGPVU CPF CUUWOGU OKPKOWO OQPVJN[ RC[OGPV KU OCFG CPF PQ NCVG EJCTIGU CTG KPEWTTGF We even got to hear how much the SWAT vehicle cost, but fortunately grants paid for most of it. 505-334-7220 Meet the authors: Travel writers Mark and Amy Williams We were in the right place at the right time! We very much appreciate both officers taking some of their personal time to show us important equipment as well as explaining how it’s used. They even thanked everyone for paying their taxes—some of which helped pay for that equipment. Salt cedar eater returns An exotic insect with origins in Eurasia that eats invasive salt cedar (tamarisk) is alive and well in San Juan County. Last summer was the first time the Bureau of Land Management Farmington Field Office began monitoring the bug’s arrival here. This summer the bug (scientific name Diorhabda spp.) is back and thriving. “We are monitoring its movement,” said Sarah Scott, a natural resource specialist at the BLM Farmington Field Office. Salt cedar was introduced to the United States from Eurasia in the 1900s to control erosion along waterways. Today it grows out of control in parts of San Juan County, becoming so dense in some riparian areas there is no room for native vegetation to grow. Last week (June 30) Scott was examining a stand of salt cedar along the La Plata River, near where La Plata Highway meets U.S. 64. Salt cedar bug larvae were all over the plants. The larvae stage is when the bug eats the most and does the most damage to salt cedar. The larvae stage is expected to soon become a beetle. The insect was first openly introduced as a salt cedar biocontrol agent in Utah in 2004. As the BLM monitors the bug’s movements in San Juan County, the agency is making plans for what to plant in place of salt cedar when it dies. Studies have shown salt cedar dies after four or five summers of the bug defoliating the plant. Scott said the salt cedar bug also has been discovered along the San Juan River below Navajo Dam and along the Animas River near Aztec. “This is a good time to start planning rehabilitation projects,” Scott said. “We can plant native cottonwoods and willows where the salt cedar is expected to die, so that other invasive plants such as knapweed don’t move in to take the place of salt cedar,” Scott said. Salt cedar plants along the La Plata River on Farmington’s west side are being defoliated by exotic bugs. DURANGO — Maria’s Bookshop will host book signing for travel writers Mark and Amy Williams, authors of Top 30 Things to Do in Durango on Tuesday, August 2nd from 6:30 to 7:30 at 960 Main Avenue in Durango. Mark and Amy Williams are husband and wife and live much of the year in Bayfield, Colorado. They have written two regional travel books, Top 30 Things to Do in Telluride and Top 30 Things to Do in Durango, both from Ridgeway publisher Wayfinder Press. They will speak about their experiences writing flyfishing and travel guides in the Southwest, and will be signing copies of Top 30 Things to Do in Durango as well as three regional flyfishing books. For more information about this event and others coming up at Maria’s Bookshop, call (970) 247-1438 or visit www.mariasbookshop.com. PAGE 16 JULY 16 - 31 • 2011 Anatomy of gas-pump prices Part 33 Dan Froomkin, of the The Huffington Post wrote April 29, 2011: "The next time you're gritting your teeth as you fill your tank with $4 gas, here's something to consider: Your pain is their gain. "The ...Big Five oil companies announced first-quarter earnings ... Between ...them, ExxonMobil, BP, Shell, Chevron, and ConocoPhillips made $34B in profits in the first three months of 2011 - up 42% from (2010). "That's about $110 for every man, woman, and child in (America) - in just three months. Exxon alone cleared a cool $10.7B profit from January through March, up 69% from 2010. That's $82,175 a minute. "Why the staggering increase in earnings? Precisely because you're paying $4 a gallon for gas. "Gas prices shoot up when oil prices shoot up, and when oil prices shoot up for reasons that have nothing to do with how much it costs to bring it out of the ground, it's a windfall for the folks who produce it. "The average cost to produce a barrel of oil, including exploration, development, extraction and taxes, is about $30, according to a U.S. Energy Information Administration survey. The going rate to buy one is about $113. "Why is the price so high? Part of it is increased demand and geopolitical worries. But no less an authority on the matter than GoldmanSachs acknowledged earlier this month that speculation is at least partially responsible, driving oil prices up faster and higher than supply and demand could possibly explain. "That means the people who are betting on oil prices are actually making the price of oil go up. "And while the pain is widely felt ... the benefits are not being widely shared. "The industry's powerful Washington mouthpiece, the American Petroleum Institute, argues that the staggering earnings simply reflect oil and gas companies' tremendous contributions to the economy, and that their stock prices are shoring up the nation’s pension funds. "Adam Sieminski, chief energy economist for Deutsche Bank, thinks the numbers get too much attention. ‘The overall profit numbers look really big because OIL & GAS Basics they're really big companies that move a lot of product around,’ he says. ‘To say that they're enormous profits only works if you're talking about the total number. They're not enormous profits if you compare them across other companies and other industries.’ "Siemenski even accentuates the positive. ‘Yes, when gas goes up, everybody squeaks, because it's uncomfortable,’ he says. But high oil prices mean, among other things, that ‘it becomes more attractive to do alternative energy… The worst thing that ever happened to wind and solar power companies was when oil prices collapsed in 2008 and early 2009,’ he says. Furthermore, when gas gets pricey, ‘people who made a decision to get a Prius instead of a Hummer get a payback, and from a societal standpoint, that's probably good.’ ...(E)very visit to the gas pump reflects a transfer of money from the many to the few - and in most cases, from the not-so-rich to the super-rich. "By and large, the oil companies' profits are not finding their way back into the communities from which they came; are not being used to create more jobs; and are not being invested in new equipment and exploration. "Some of that money is going back out the door in the form of larger dividends to stockholders. But in the case of two of the big five in particular - Exxon and ConocoPhillips - more than half of their total profits are being used to buy back their own stock. "Fully $5.7B of Exxon's haul went to buy back its own stock - and the company announced that it expects to buy back yet another $5B's worth in the second quarter of the year. Conoco earned $3B in the first by Susan Franzheim three months of 2011 - and spent $1.6B of that to buy back 21M of its own shares. "Buying back stock is not an uncommon tactic among publicly held companies, particularly when they experience a sudden and possibly temporary up-tick in revenue. Buybacks are almost guaranteed to send stock prices up, by boosting earnings per outstanding share, increasing the demand for the stock and sending a signal that the company thinks its stock is undervalued. "But from the viewpoint of a company's CEO, other top brass and its board of directors, stock buybacks have all sorts of particular advantages, as well. "Top executives, after all, often get significant stock options. If stock prices don't go up, such options are worthless. By contrast, the higher the stock price goes, the more valuable the option. (Exxon's stock is up 32% from six months ago.) "Companies that buy back their stock can either retire it or simply keep it themselves, under the control of the board of directors, to reissue later or award as bonuses. "Dividends, by contrast, are not nearly as good a deal for company executives. For one thing, they are taxed as income. An increase in the stock price is not taxed as income; it's not taxed at all until the stock is sold -- and only then at the capital gains tax rate, which is limited to 15% (15% would be a lot for the median American family, which pays less than 5% of its income in federal taxes. But it's a huge break to those paying income tax at the highest marginal rate of 35%.) "’Buying back shares benefits existing shareholders, no one else. And more than anyone else, it benefits existing management,’ says Henry Banta, an energy industry analyst and partner in the Washington D.C. law firm of Lobel, Novins & Lamont. "’They're basically enriching themselves,’ says Daniel J. Weiss, a senior fellow at the Center for American Progress. ‘With this windfall, they enrich the board of directors, senior managers, and shareholders.’ "And in 2007, when Exxon was using $30B a year from the previous oil-price bubble to buy back its shares, Bloomberg columnist David Pauly wrote: ‘In most cases, stock buybacks are suspect…. Managements should ignore investors' call to repurchase their shares and invest money in ways that will increase profit, not just earnings per share.’ "As for the dividends paid by Exxon and the other oil giants, there may be a lot of shareholders, total -- including a lot of pension funds and mutual funds -- but the vast majority of shares are held by a very small elite. "Edward N. Wolff, an economics professor at New York University, studies wealth distribution. His latest study includes data through 2007. When it comes to total equity in stocks, Wolff says, ‘it's still very concentrated in the hands of the rich.’ "’Less than half of households owned stock as of 2007,’ he says. ‘Probably less now’ because of the financial crisis, he suspects: ‘Probably more like 45%, maybe less.’ That includes 401ks, mutual funds and the like. "’Even that really overstates things because a lot of the people who do own stock own very small amounts,’ Wolff says. As of 2007, the percentage of households that owned $5,000 or more of stock was 35%; only 22% owned $25,000 or more. "Who's got the rest? The wealthiest 1% of households has 38%, Wolff found; the wealthiest 5% has 69%; the wealthiest 10% has 81%. "The bottom 60% of households owns 2.5% of the total stock. ... "There's another thing the big oil companies are doing with their profits: they're hoarding them. If precedent holds, as soon as oil prices started shooting up again, a lot of that money started going into the bank for safekeeping -- and adding yet more to the $1 trillion or so in corporate cash lying fallow and slowing the recovery. "And as it happens, a not insubstantial chunk of last quarter's profits were a direct gift -- from the taxpayers. Somewhere between $4B and $9B of the industry's annual profits comes from federal subsidies. "President Barack Obama has proposed repealing $4B a year in subsidies; the American Petroleum Institute says the proposal would actually cost the industry about $90B over the next decade. "Response to Obama's proposal was lackluster at first, from both sides of the aisle. But Democrats, afraid of being thrown out of the White House by an angry, gas-impoverished voting public, are suddenly seeing the fight to repeal those subsidies as a winning political issue. "Although the repeal would neither increase nor decrease the price of gas, it would take a bite out of Big Oil. And pushing for the repeal will almost inevitably highlight the modern Republican Party's nearly lockstep allegiance to the thriving oil and gas interests -- something that, in a period of high gas prices and even higher profits, couldn't be good for them. "But yet another thing the industry does with all its cash is buy influence in Washington. ...For instance, Exxon, during the same quarter it made nearly $11B, spent just a tiny fraction of that on lobbying. But that was still a whopping $3M." Can diet soda make you fat? (SPM Wire) Diet soda may not be a good weapon in your battle of the bulge. So says two new studies that indicate diet soda may contribute to larger waistlines and even to diabetes. Two studies presented at a recent conference held by the American Diabetes Association indicate that diet soda may be free of calories but not of consequences. Epidemiologists from the School of Medicine at The University of Texas reported data showing diet soda consumption is associated with increased waist circumference in humans, and a second study found aspartame raised blood sugar in diabetes-prone mice. THE AZTEC LOCAL NEWS PAGE 17 Deb Jacupke, Director of Marketing, Good It’s All about Living! BySamaritan Society - Four Corners Village The Village welcomes Delane Wilson When Delane Wilson applied for the Maintenance Supervisor position at Good Sam he looked like a “walking, talking, baseball cap wearing” answer to our prayers! We were thrilled to find out that he had owned his own business and his 30 year career featured experience in every skilled trade we would need including plumbing, electrical, HVAC concrete/masonry, drywall, and painting to name a few. Then, during the interview process he advised the hiring committee “I’m looking for my LAST job.” Yup, he’s our kind of guy for sure! Delane’s broad background is critical because maintaining the Good Sam campus can be a real challenge. For starters, the original building was constructed in 1978 after the Aztec community leaders approached the Society Delane Wilson, the new maintenance about the need for a senior care supervisor at Good Samaritan Society – facility in the Four Corners. Then Four Corners Village shown in the over the years, the Village service mechanical room. lines grew to include Long Term Skilled Care, Memory Care (Alzheimer’s Care), Short-Term Skilled Rehab, Assisted Living and Senior Independent Housing with Services. The original base building was expanded to accommodate most of the new service lines which meant that the new added-on building systems were sometimes patched into the OLD systems. Anyway, you’ve got to know your stuff to make sure that everything is working properly. Starting with his first day of work, Delane set about making the facility his own, climbing on the roofs, digging through storage areas, testing equipment and generally taking over. He also added a very capable assistant named Mike Nez to his staff as the work is just too much for one person alone. Together they are revamping systems, updating the maintenance program and overall making life much nicer for staff and residents alike. If you ask him why he likes it at Good Sam he grins when he tells you, “It’s never the same day-to-day and it has a lot of variety. Between the staff and residents it’s like having 115 WIVES to look after!” On a serious note he admitted that he likes that Good Sam is a faith-based organization and he says he could feel that difference when he entered the building. Delane is happily married to wife, Addie and together they have 2 sons and 1 daughter - and one 9 month old granddaughter. Vaughan Auctioneers now open for business Greetings to our old friends and all the new ones we will make. Ken Vaughan has reopened Vaughan Auctioneers, a business his father, Vergil Vaughan, started and operated here for many years. Our new location is 5631 Hwy. 64 in Farmington, NM 87401 (that’s one mile west of SunRay Park). Ken will have an auction every Thursday night starting at 7 pm, unless it falls on a holiday. Vaughan Auctioneers serves the Four Corners area. Consignments are welcome for equipment, autos, boats, furniture, appliances anything and everything. We welcome estate sales, business closings or downsizings. Thanks to all for your support. We look forward to serving you, or just stop by to visit. For more information, call Ken 505-860-7708 or 505-325-8145. TALON is Read in Far Out Places by Far Out People! TALON is read in Morroco! Molly and John took the Talon on their tour of Morocco. “We shook off the sand and read it in the desert near the Chigga dunes. It traveled well.” Call 505-334-1039 to get your stories, ads, birthdays, photos, events, etc. in T A L O N (aka The Aztec Local News) PAGE 18 JULY 16 - 31 • 2011 Even a Green Light doesn't guarantee that there won't be Speed Bumps Part-III by G.N. Lepire It is a buyers Market Low interest rates + lower prices = a GREAT time to BUY! Let us help you find the right property, call Ramsey Realty today. 100 N. Main Aztec 334-6187 Get Fit in Aztec on your schedule! • Treadmills • Stationary Bikes • Elliptical Cross Trainers • Full line of Free Weights & more TV and stereo entertainment 300 N. Main • Aztec • 334-7468 4:30 am - 10 pm • 7 days a week I can remember a time not so long ago when a debate raged over the possession and use of nuclear weapons. It was a time some insisted that mankind's technological advancements had exceeded his ability to socially apply those technological abilities. Opponents, on the other hand insisted that the Cold War dictated that all parties concerned should rely on common sense and Faith (of sorts) in order to curb (MAD) Mutually Assured Destruction. We are still here. Our survival is attributed to the open-minded attitude that men do not intentionally seek to destroy themselves and hence, we are still here. But ignorance could've easily rendered our reality in a quite different light; we explored, we, learned, and we grew as a people globally. Ignorance and rash judgments could've resulted a very different reality than that which we know today. Indeed, there are still some countries today who have yet to work their way through the growing pains that the USA, China, and the (then) Soviet Union had to learn the hard way. Countries like Pakistan and India, long time enemies over the disputed Kashmir region have also joined the nuclear family and attained a sense of reason but not without the usual close-calls and posturing that could've ended everything. Since the 1980's, much exploration and research has similarly diffused the many myths regarding medical marijuana use. That's only happened since open-minded medical professionals have withheld and/or restrained from rash decisions/judgments regarding its use and value with regard to treatment of a wide variety of legitimate medical conditions. Indeed, even legislators of certain states (even if grudgingly so) have dropped the veneer and accusatory finger-pointing in favor of documented clinical quantification that THC-9 has its effective and justified uses. Unfortunately, the usual appointed boards who oversee certification for either individual use or for that of growing & harvesting stubbornly hold to their own preconceived notions while ignoring the people who can truly benefit from the sympathy and understanding of an open mind. The Hippocratic Oath states that as a medical professional you must first (as in deny medical relief to no one) “Do no harm.” When certification, whether for individuals or for that of dispensaries, becomes such a complex exercise that it even impedes, blocks, and hinders, then are such people ignoring the Hippocratic Oath? For any who suffer the chronic pain of legitimate medical conditions that restrict them from a highfunctioning existence, free of narcotic and other prescribed (but accepted) analgesics, one question reverberates loud and clear: “Are these over-seers following the Hippocratic Oath or are they simply establishing themselves as mere hypocrites?” If you were to ask any of the (labeled) “criminals” who must seek mollification by obtaining their only source of relief through illegal means, they'll likely respond with a very loud and resounding “YES THEY ARE!” New Mexico Greenlight Services (POC: Kristina Sells @ (634-6620) is a professionals relative to this field of endeavor who, through her enlightenment and compassion for human suffering, have availed to those who are continually stymied and rejected for certification requirements. A more compassionate and understanding of human suffering, free of pre-conceived notions, can only honor, as opposed to rejecting, the most basic principals of the Hippocratic Oath. Perhaps government and politicians are better served to direct their energies in areas wherein they are better versed. Since the meticulous crossing of T's and dotting of the I's is the political rather than the humane focus of the certifying authority, Greenlight is the only likely candidate to assist those in true need of THC-9 to have (lawful) access to a legitimate drug. You see? Even a Green Light doesn't guarantee that there won't be Speed Bumps. TIRED, STRESSED, DEPRESSED? In today’s fast-paced, hurry, hurry world, almost all of us are fatigued, under a mountain of stress, and often feeling the blues. In fact, as a country we spend an estimated $80 billion annually trying to feel better with coffee, energy drinks, sleep aids, and antidepressants. 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John Blazaitis enjoys breakfast with Chip and Dale in the Storyteller Cafe at the Grand California Hotel in Disneyland. He was celebrating his retirement from Arizona Public Service Four Corners Power Plant. Walk to End Alzheimer’s TM The Alzheimer’s Association New Mexico Chapter invites Four Corner area residents to unite in a movement to reclaim the future for Farmington families by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Berg Park and the beautiful River Walk will be the site of the Walk on September 10, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is an experience where area residents will learn about Alzheimer's disease and how to get involved with the association and make a difference in lives of more than 100,000 New Mexicans who are impacted by this overwhelming disease every day. The goal of this year’s Walk is to raise $14,000 through sponsorships and Walk fundraising. Each walker will also join in a meaningful ceremony to honor those affected by Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer’s disease is a growing epidemic in New Mexico and is the nation’s sixth-leading cause of death. Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease takes a heavy emotional toll on family providers. The Alzheimer’s Association New Mexico Chapter provides free services that include support groups, safety programs, care consultation, 24/7 helpline, respite reimbursement, information & referral, The Savvy Caregiver Program and The Veterans’ Project. Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the association’s largest fundraiser and it helps the Alzheimer’s Assoc. continue to provide support services and training in NM. Walk to End Alzheimer’s Information: Date: September 10, 2011 • Time: 8:00 a.m. Location: Berg Park, Farmington, NM www.walktoendalz2011.kintera.org/farmington Tammy Austin at 575-326-3680 or [email protected] THE AZTEC LOCAL NEWS A comfortable reflection By Debra Mayeux Little Callie Frost can’t stop looking at herself in the mirror. The 8-year-old has a full head of hair for the first time in 6 years, and she likes it. “I can’t wait to see all of my friends when school starts,” she said with a big smile. “My one friend didn’t recognize me at first, but she figured out who I was after I told her.” Callie, of Flora Vista, has lived the past 6 years of her life without hair on the left side of her head. Instead the child’s scalp was covered with scar tissue from a bad burn in December of 2004. Twenty-five percent of her body was covered in 2nd and 3rd degree burns, scarring her scalp, face, neck and arms. She received the injuries in a horrible kitchen accident when she was 2 years old. Callie tried to hand her mother, Bobbi Frost, a plastic grocery bag. Bobbi was cooking sopapillas in hot oil. The bag hooked on the panhandle, and Callie pulled the pan down on herself. Since that day, she has been receiving specialized care for burn victims from Shriners International. The most recent part of her recovery included a threemonth procedure that stretched her scalp, allowing doctors to pull the scalp over, remove the scar tissue and cover her entire head with her existing hair. The Frost family left for California in March, with Callie’s first surgery happening on March 16. Doctors placed a balloon under the skin of her scalp with a tube attached behind her ear. Then, Bobbi had to inject 22 ccs of saline solution into the balloon, stretching out the scalp. The procedure was repeated each day for three months. “It hurt but it was worth it,” Callie said. The liquid put pressure on her head and neck, because of its weight. “My neck hurt a lot.” Callie was hospitalized at the Shriners Hospital for Children in Los Angeles. She said it was a great place with a playroom for making crafts and other children’s activities. “Once in a while we would go down there and play, but when I was really sore I didn’t,” Callie said. There also was a zoo that was brought in to visit the children. “They had eggs of different birds.” When not at the hospital, the Frost’s visited Universal Studios, the beach, Hollywood and Disneyland, and they stayed at the Los Angeles Ronald McDonald House. “I loved it,” Callie said. She had to wear a bandage and hat to cover her swollen head, but that didn’t keep her from enjoying herself. It was a day at the beach that led to the finalization of PAGE 19 her procedure. Liquid started leaking from the tube, and Callie was rushed to the hospital. “I was scared, but I went into the hospital for surgery. The next day I had hair,” Callie said with a big giggle, running her hands through her hair. “The nurses and doctors said Callie shows off her new hair Callie was a and haircut after a three-month trooper,” Bobbi surgical procedure that removed said. The doctor scarring from her scalp and even gave Callie stretched out the skin of her a hairline to head to give her hair. match her mother’s. Despite the matching hairline, Callie was anxious for a haircut. “When we got back home I told my mom I wanted bangs.” This youngster has come out of her shell. “She’s gotten sassy. She is a lot more confident and awesome,” Bobbi said. Callie admitted she is a stronger person because of her medical experi- Callie, right, with her brother J.D., and mom, Bobbi, when ences, and even the family visited Universal though she has Studios, while Callie hair, her road to underwent treatment. recovery will not end for a very long time. “We have constant follow ups,” Bobbi said. Callie has to visit the doctor twice a year in Albuquerque, and most likely will return to California for two more surgeries. On those return visits, she wants to go back to Disneyland and ride the Matterhorn, Space Mountain, Splash Mountain and Thunder Mountain. That’s a lot of mountains, but Callie said she is up for the climb that will leave her and her new hair standing on top of the world with a great big smile. Hot Nails! by Amy Amy is now at Johnny’s Wild Hare at 2012 Hutton Rd. in Farmington 793-6245 Cell CLASSES: July 16 9am-5pm FIRST TIME HOMEBUYER EDUCATION CLASS Farmington Civic Center or Sept.17 9am-5pm Farmington Civic Center or Nov.12 9am – 5pm Farmington Civic Center Still renting? Think you can’t afford a home? Join us and find out about special programs that enable individuals and families with low to moderate income to own their own home. To register call: ECHO HOPE 505-325-7466 Pre-Purchase Counseling can be scheduled as needed. The class is free Programs currently available will be presented. Applications provided. Certificate of Completion offered Register early! Seating is limited. ECHO is an equal opportunity housing provider ECHO HOPE HOUSING PROGRAM 1921 E. Murray Dr. Farmington, NM 87401 Phone: 505-325-7466 Fax: 505-326-5025 Quality meats, sides and Aztec ambiance found at new Red Barn Bar-b-que restaurant By Debra Mayeux The food of the west and a tribute to Aztec is what Carl Vandruff had in mind when he built a new restaurant from the ground up at 200 S. Ash Ave. The property once housed Carl’s childhood home, but he decided to use it to fulfill his dream of owning a restaurant. Red Barn Bar-b-que opened its doors in April, and the staff has been serving up wood-smoked meats and homemade side dishes since that time. “All of the recipes for the sides come from his wife. They are made from scratch every morning, and we are very picky about the exact ingredients we put in them,” said Ted Chester, general manager. Management is so picky that it ships in wood from Texas to smoke the meats. “We only smoke with Texas oak,” Ted said. “We smoke our meat twice a day, and we smoke it until it’s finished.” Many barbecue restaurants will cook their meats with electric heat and add smoke at the end. “We generate our heat from smoke. We smoke it 100 percent through, and we don’t allow any electric or gas heating our meat. That’s pretty important to us,” Ted said. The meat – pork, beef, turkey and ham – is smoked overnight for the lunchtime crowd, and during the day for the dinner rush. “It’s fresh all day,” Ted said. When Carl decided to open a business, he didn’t know if he would offer tacos or barbecue. He wanted to offer a fast-casual dining experience that rivaled the typical fast-food restaurants that line Aztec Boulevard. He also wanted to bring the Aztec experience to diners. The lights on the property are the old Main Avenue street fixtures, and Carl even purchased the old rocket slide from Minium Park. The slide soon will grace the property. “We’re kind of off the beaten path, but we’re dedicating the whole restaurant to Aztec,” Ted said. “We’re trying to change it up and provide something that wasn’t there before.” The new business also brought in 15 new service-oriented jobs for Aztec. The staff is happy and helpful, and they rave about the meat-based menu that also touts low prices. A half-pound of meat starts at $6.50 and increases to $13 for a pound. Pork ribs are $8.50 for a half-rack or $17 for a full rack. Sides are $1.50, and kids can eat for $2. “Meat is expensive, it’s always going up. We try to Patrons enjoy a barbecue lunch on July 8 at the new Red Barn Bar-B-Que at 200 S. Ash, Aztec. Meals are prepared, according to the order, during lunchtime rush at Red Barn in Aztec. control our costs everywhere, so we can to keep the meat at an affordable price,” Ted said. Affordable lunch combos also were added to the menu, so diners “could have a good amount of food for an affordable price.” Homemade desserts are available to finish off the meal. “Our business is steadily getting better, but we need to get busier,” Ted said, inviting folks to drop in and give Red Barn Bar-b-que a try. It is located at 200 S. Ash Ave. The telephone number is (505) 334-0100. Let me help you get the coverage you need. People who switched to Allstate saved money and got more protection. Dollar for dollar, nobody protects you like Allstate. So don’t wait! Call me today. KELLY J BERHOST (505) 334 6177 1415 W AZTEC BLV #9 AZTEC [email protected] Come and compare your current policy with one from Allstate. Coverage and savings based on policy features selected and are subject to terms, conditions and availability. Allstate Fire And Casualty Insurance Company: Northbrook, IL. © 2010 Allstate Insurance Company PAGE 20 JULY 16 - 31 • 2011 Flora Vista man and his 60-plus pets receive a stay of execution By Debra Mayeux Judge grants extension allowing Kurt Kutzner to get things in order FARMINGTON – A Flora Vista man will be allowed to keep his 60-plus pets for an additional 60 days, as he attempts to turn his property into a full-fledged animal rescue kennel and cattery. Kurt Kutzner faced the removal of his 51 cats, 10 dogs, 10 kittens and a rabbit, after being in violation of a county ordinance that stated he had toom many pets. San Juan County Animal Control officers wanted Kurt to vaccinate all of the pets, and file for a kennel permit that would allow him to keep the animals, which set to be removed from his care in early June. He filed a temporary injunction against the sheriff’s office and San Juan County Animal Control, as he hoped for a “stay of execution.” Were the animals siezed, they would have been taken to the Aztec and Farmington Animal Shelters, where their health and adoption status would have been determined. Kurt feared the animals would be euthanized as it is difficult to find homes for shelter animals, his attorney Priscilla Shannon said. She argued Kurt’s case on July 12, in front of District Judge John Dean, who said he did not want to see any animals’ “lives put in danger.” Kurt’s problems began in May, when San Juan County Animal Control discovered that he had far more animals living on his property than was allowed under the County Ordinance No. 10. The ordinance allows up to three dogs and five cats per household. He applied for a kennel license and asked to be able to keep the animals that he began collecting five years ago. “I was living in Crawford’s Pen, near Bloomfield. There were a lot of animals over there that people were neglecting and abusing,” Kurt said. “I decided to rescue those animals. They were all hungry. I don’t think any were injured. They were just wandering around with nowhere to go.” Kurt later moved to Flora Vista, where he purchased 12 acres with the purpose of “living out in the country away from people” with his pets. They all moved into a single-wide mobile home, that Kurt called a “fixerupper.” The home was not in a good condition, according to Animal Control Officer Connie Jordan, who testified in court that there was an “odor coming from the house.” County Attorney Doug Echols asked animal rescue expert Padgie Kimmick if the ammonia smell could be harmful to the pets in Kurt’s house. “I don’t know if the smell bothers the cats as much as the people taking care of them,” she said. Reports stated that Kurt’s home was not sanitary and the animals posed a health threat, because none were vaccinated. Kurt testified that he tried to clean up, and he tried to have his pets vaccinated. “Every chance I had to try (to comply) the officers turned me down,” he said. Priscilla had contacted animal-rescue experts in Colorado and asked for help in securing the vaccines, medical care and spay-and-neuter services. Her contact was Padgie, who runs a cattery in her home, along with a trap-neuter-and-release program for feral cats. “I’ve neutered about 5,000 cats,” she said. “For me it’s all about the cats.” She was going to transport vaccines from Durango, Colo., to Flora Vista and have a veterinary technician administer rabies shots to Kurt’s animals, but animal control told her that would not meet the requirements set out in the ordinance county and state statute. According to law, a veterinarian must administer vaccines, and the county also wanted the animals to receive a clean bill of health. Priscilla said other options were visited, but all were met with deadends. She stated that Kurt continued to try and find help, but he was not being given enough time. “There are a number of things in place for Mr. Kutzner to retain his animals. He has not received clear guidelines,” she said. “Is death preferrable to the living conditions they are in?” Tina Roper, of the Aztec Animal Shelter, stated that “death” was not imminent, even if the animals were seized, because the shelter has an “extended-stay” policy and also works with animal rescue organizations. Dean stated that he would retain the “status quo” by not allowing for seizure of the animals, giving Kurt another 60 days to comply. He did, however, say that he wanted animal control to have access to look at the animals and determine their health. Should one or more of the animals be in questionable condition, it could be taken and treated by a veterinarian. Animal control visited Kurt’s home on July 13 and took three of his cats to review their health, according to the man’s attorney. In the meantime, Kurt needs to get busy fixing up his property. He said he has a plan for a cattery that includes laying a cement slab with drainage and placing an aluminum-corrugated building on the slab. The building would be wired for electricity and would have running water. Padgie said that she would transport the cats to Kurt Kutzner spends time on his day off, July 10, with his dogs in an outdoor dog run/kennel at his Flora Vista home. Kurt Kutzner, right, listens to his attorney, Priscilla Shannon, just before a hearing in the Elevent Judicial District Court on July 12. Cat-rescue specialist Padgie Kimmick, of Durango, Colo., sits in the back ready to offer advice. Durango and have them spayed or neutered. “I’m going to pay for the vaccinations and the animals will be tested for feline leukemia,” she said. “I’ve offered to take all of the kittens and find homes for them.” Padgie also would refer Kurt’s case to an organization called Dogster, which helps people care for their dogs. Priscilla added that area residents were offering Kurt help in the construction of his cattery and also to help clean up his home, which does have stains from animal urine and a strong smell of ammonia inside of it. The smell, stains and cat hair found throughout the home are one of the reasons his home was considered to be unsuitable, according to Doug Echols, who asked witnesses questions, which hinted that Kurt could be considered a hoarder. “I don’t judge people by how they’re living, I judge them by how they take care of their cats,” Padgie said. Kurt said that he cared about his cats and dogs. “I’m trying to put together a picture of what would make the animals the happiest. I’m hoping to take my monies and contributions from people to make this happen.” Kurt has 60 days to succeed in bringing his home up to par and constructing the cattery. The animals need to have their medical certificates within 30 days. “I’m not changing anything, I’m just extending the time. The county will have open access to these animals. … I’m not going to stop them from doing their job,” Judge Dean said. “Your job is to comply with that they say.” Help wanted In order to comply with the court ordered upgrades to his home and dog kennel and to construct the cattery, Kurt could use help with materials, labor, and financing. Please call Chuck Holmes at 860-4252 if you can help. Artists in Bloom Artists Janet Grenawalt and Sandy Martin will once again share the stage at Feat of Clay’s July reception and show. The artists share a common bond. Both work for Basin Home Health, Janet as a physical therapist assistant and Sandy as a registered nurse. But more that that, the women share the love of creating beautiful things from old, lost or forgotten items. Last year their show was dubbed “A Prescription for Art.” This year they consider this a “refill” on their first prescription. Martin states “I enjoy showing with Janet. We share a love of giving new life to what some would see as trash. I hope we are able to continue to “refill” this “prescription” for many years.” Grenawalt works primarily in mosaics. She uses stained glass and Milliefiori to create sun catchers, lamps and candle holders. Grenawalt also often uses broken china, and Italian glass called smalti. She states “I just love the rustic look the smalti can add to a mosaic and I use it every chance I get.” Martin, primarily a jewelry designer, also works in by Janet Grenawalt mixed media. She has used old text from an 1860’s encyclopedia as a background for her paintings. She also used a variety of silversmith techniques to create three-dimensional jewelry. Although the women work in different media, they have both focused on floral motifs’ as the theme of the show. Janet has created wall hangings, mirrors, and decorative trays with daisies and sunflowers as her subject matter. Sandy has chosen to highlight the poppy in both her paintings and jewelry. The show will open with a reception on July 22nd at 5:00 pm at Feat of Clayy. The show will run from July 22nd through August 20th. The gallery is located at 107 Main Ave., Aztec. Feat of Clay is a local artist Co-op featuring contemporary art. The hours are Wednesday through Saturday, 10am-5pm. by Sandy Martin THE AZTEC LOCAL NEWS Obituaries Baldonado Kimberly L. "Kim" Baldonado, 45, of Aztec, died on Monday, June 27, 2011, in Aztec. She was born July 3, 1965, in Alexandria, La., to Karl and Lillie Selph. She was a loving wife, exceptional mom, wonderful and loving grandma who dedicated her life to making everyone happy and feeling welcome. She always had a smile on her face and brightened our day with laughter. She always put everyone first and herself last. She had phenomenal hugs and kisses and unconditional love. A perfect problem solver, she was our 24-hour doctor. She always loved spending time with her family, especially with her grand-babies. They were her life. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Noreen Selph; and grandparents, Jose and Claudita Martinez. She is survived by her husband, Raymond Baldonado; son, Nick Baldonado; daughters, Melinda (Jared) Anaya and Adrian Baldonado; brothers, Kenneth Selph, Nathan (Stormy) Selph and Benjamin Selph; sisters, Nancy (Jeff) Casados and Kathy (Chuck) McIntire; and grandchildren, Katelyn and Olivya Anaya. She was loved by everyone and will be missed by all, especially her husband, kids and grand-kids. We love you always, Mom! Mass of Christian Burial was held July 2, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Aztec, with Father Joe Blonski as the celebrant. Interment was at Aztec Cemetery. Pallbearers were Nick Baldonado, Chance Justis, Chris Casados, Jeff Casados Jr., Manuel Casados and Javier Prada. Arrangements were with Angel Valley Funeral Home in Farmington. Garcia Fedelina "Feddie" Garcia, 65, of Aztec, passed from this life on Sunday, July 10, 2011, in Farmington. She was born Sept. 14, 1945, in Bernalillo, to Vidal and Gavina Sanchez. Fedelina was a resident of La Jara, N.M. She moved to Aztec and graduated from Aztec High School in 1964. She then met the love of her life, Emilio Garcia Jr. They were married Sept. 21, 1965, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Aztec. Jr. and Feddie would have celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary in September. Feddie had five boys, 14 grandchildren and one greatgrandchild that she adored; they all were her angels. She loved her Bingo and said "Bingo!" a million times. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary for 35 years. She worked at American legion Post No. 9, cooking her delicious chile in the kitchen, selling Bingo cards and visiting all the Bingo players. They were all family to her; not one person was a stranger. Feddie loved everyone and once you met her you were loved by her. Feddie was very generous and never knew the word, NO. Her boys, daughters-in-law, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and sister will miss Fedelina dearly. She was an amazing woman and will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emilio Garcia Jr.; father, Vidal Sanchez; sister, Theresa Garcia; and grandparents, Napolon Trujillo, Josefita Montoya, Amalia Sanchez and Helario Sanchez. She is survived by her sons, Nathan (Stephanie Sandoval) Garcia, Emilio Garcia, Francisco (Dorothy Beebe) Garcia, Joseph (Chastity Garcia) Garcia and Erick (Amanda Bradd) Garcia; mother, Gavina Sanchez; sisters, Nora Gonzales and Georgia Ruybalid; 14 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Rosary will be at 7 p.m. Friday, July 15, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 500 N. Mesa Verde Ave. in Aztec. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 16, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Father Tom will be the celebrant. Interment will be at noon, Saturday, July 16, at the Gobernador Community Cemetery in Gobernador. The reception will be between 2:30 and 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 16, in the parish hall of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Pallbearers are Francisco Garcia, Santiago Sandoval, Marcos Garcia, Emilio Garcia, Joe Sanchez, Mario Guterez, Joseph Garcia and Josh Archibeque. Arrangements are with Angel Valley Funeral Home, 2111 W. Apache St. in Farmington. Lanier Stanley Leo Lanier, 74, of Farmington, died on Wednesday, June 29, 2011, at his home. He was born July 19, 1936, in La Plata, to Sidney Leo Lanier and Bonnie Hazel Cox Lanier. Stanley and Judy Lanier were married in May of 1962, in Aztec. He worked for a freight company for 25 years, and in the oil field for 10 years. He was always farming on the side, which he loved, especially his cows and growing green chili. For many years, Stanley raced at the Aztec Speedway, driving his Purple People-Eater and The Roadrunner. He never met a stranger and loved to talk. PAGE 21 He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Elmer Lanier; and sisters, Norma and Lorna. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Judy Lanier; sons, Jimmy D. Lanier and Rodger Lanier; brothers, Jimmy, Gary and Jackson Wayne Lanier; five grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held July 2, at Cope Memorial Chapel of Aztec, with Pastor Dennis Vaughn officiating. Interment was at Cedar Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers were Jennifer Meador, Wayne Meador, Andy Lee, Camron Lanier, Breanna Lanier and Jeromy Lanier. Arrangements were with Cope Memorial Chapel of Aztec. Martinez Dana Marie Martinez, 48, of Bloomfield, died on Thursday, June 30, 2011, in Albuquerque. She was born Dec. 13, 1962, in Chicago, Ill., to Frank Descourouez and Mary Hughs. Dana was a special education teacher at Blanco Elementary School. She held a Master's degree in Special Education K-12, from New Mexico State University. She is survived by her husband, Jeffrey J. Martinez; father, Frank Descourouez and stepmother, Cammie Descourouez; mother, Mary Hughs; brothers, Lance (Shawn) Descourouez, Blair Descourouez and Frank (Lynette) Descourouez; sisters, Joy (Tom) St. Andrews and Gigi (Joel) Penticoff; and 33 nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass was held July 9, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Tim Farrell as the celebrant. Arrangements were with Angel Valley Funeral Home in Farmington. McKnight Jimmy Lee McKnight Sr., 64, of Bloomfield, went from his home and this world of strife to a world of glory on Thursday, June 30, 2011, in Bloomfield. He was born July 28, 1946, in Athens, Ala., to Flossie and Edward McKnight. The family relocated to New Mexico in 1960. Jimmy was preceded in death by his parents; parentsin-law; grandparents; his sister, Phyllis (Ralph) Mangum; his brothers, Ronnie (Brenda) McKnight and Don (Helen) Mannino. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Mary; and his truly loved children, Michelle (Stacy) Hickox, Melinda McKnight, Melanie (Daryl) Brock, Lee (Christie) McKnight, Janie (Jeff) Denny and Jeremy (Kali) McKnight; his sisters, Helen Mannino and Betty Brelia; his brother, James (Dolores) McKnight; his nieces and nephews; sister, Jan Brashear and brother, Andy (Barbara) Brashear. He lived to love his 13 grandchildren, including the grandson he was blessed with 13 hours after he passed. Memorial services were held July 6, at Angel Valley Funeral Home in Farmington. Arrangements were with Angel Valley Funeral Home in Farmington. Nicks Martha May Nicks, 64, of Aztec, joined her Lord in Heaven on Wednesday, June 29, 2011, after a brief and sudden illness. She was born Feb. 10, 1947, in Farmington. Martha loved serving her customers throughout the years and was a dedicated employee of Dad's Diner. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jerry and Rose Gonzales; and siblings, Lucy, Josie, Tommy, Mele and C.B. Martha will be missed by her four children, Shirley Dick and husband, Ray, Daryell Gilday, Rosanna Leach and husband, Dave, and Leandr Nicks; grandchildren, Michel, Michelle and Charley of Des Moines, Iowa, Lyle, Mariah and Ryan of Farmington, Rebecca and Sean of Brighton, Colo., and Maiya May of Aztec. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Jane, Marian, Peggy, Helen, Jerry, Frank, Abie, Richard, Lucky and Tim. Funeral services have taken place. Arrangements were with Daniels Family Funeral Services in Farmington. Simpson Darlene L. Simpson, 80, of Aztec, died on Tuesday, July 5, 2011, in Aztec. She was born July 11, 1930, in Durango, Colo., to Helen and Dave Burkett. She leaves behind a legacy of friendships and memories. She will be missed by all. Darlene was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Gene Simpson. She is survived by her son, Kevin (Theresa) Simpson; her daughters, Darla (David) Boggs and Patty Smith; brother, Bud (Nyla) Burkett; sister, Marie Shilling; six grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held July 9 at First Baptist Church of Aztec, with Terry Eagle and Mike Hunter officiating. The family would like to thank Guardian Angel Hospice for their loving care of our family, and San Juan Oncology Staff. Memorials may be made to the Aztec Firefighter's Association, 201 W. Chaco Ave., Aztec NM 87410. Arrangements were with Cope Memorial Chapel of Aztec. Thank You We would like to thank everyone who hugged our necks, cried with us and shared memories. Thanks to those who washed dishes, kept the food hot and ready. May God Bless you. A special thanks to those officers and medics whose compassion and caring hand made a difference. Thanks to the Olive Garden for a wonderful lunch. To the staff and management of the Hiway Grill: there will surely be a place in heaven and in our hearts for your loving support and all you did for us. The family of Rodney Dean Williams The purpose of Celebrate Recovery is to fellowship and celebrate God’s healing power in our lives through the eight recovery principals found in the Beatitudes and Christ-centered 12 steps. This experience allows us to be changed. We open the door by sharing our experiences, victories and hopes with one another. In addition, we become willing to accept. Every Friday Night at First Baptist Church 700 Navajo Ave, Aztec, NM 87410 • 505-334-6833 What Time: Dinner is served at 6:15 (no charge) Large Group Meeting begins at 7:00 pm Child care is provided! Gotsch to Sign “Belle’s Star” and “Belle’s Trial” Farmington author Connie Gotsch will sign her youth novels, Belle's Star and Belle’s Trial at Valley Veterinary Clinic in Farmington Sat., July 16 from 8 am to noon. Gotsch based the stories loosely on the life of her own dogs, Kiri and Ben, who brought love and laughter to her for many years. Her new dog, Miribelle will appear in future Belle books and will be on hand to pawdagraph books at Valley Vet. For every book Gotsch sells, she will donate a dollar to the Farmington Animal Shelter Project Written from Belle’s point of view and illustrated by Farmington artist, John Cogan, Belle's Star and Belle’s Trial encourage kids to treat animals and each other with respect; empower children to make good choices when they face difficult situations, and encourage self discipline. In Belle’s Star, Darcy, a spunky soccer playing girl, and her Aunt Ellen rescue Belle from abusive owners and offer her love. Belle has never met a kind human. Living with Darcy terrifies her. Other people and animals, including a cat, teach her about trust. In Belle’s Trial, Belle finds life as a pet boring when Darcy goes to school. Looking for a challenge, Belle digs her way out of the yard, turns over waste baskets, and chews furniture. Darcy’s Mom and Dad consider finding her a new home where someone can give her a job. Darcy provides employment that challenges Belle’s mind and body. However to do the work, Belle must learn self discipline. Darcy must make a hard choice. Both must cope with someone who has made their lives difficult. Award winning journalist and retired Farmington elementary school counselor Margaret Cheasebro has designed activities booklets for Belle's Star and Belle’s Trial. The booklets are available in downloadable form from apbooks.net upon purchase of the novels. The guides can assist in classroom sessions designed to help elementary school students learn to interact with people and animals. Home schooling parents, who like to read and discuss stories with kids, can use the guides. Families and community groups can work on projects that foster strong community ties. Veterinarians, pet store owners, and animal shelter workers can use the guides to promote pet care. John Cogan has created black-and-white illustrations for each of the chapters in Belle’s Star and Belle’s Trial; and a color image for each book’s cover. Known for his landscape acrylics still life, portraits, and wildlife images, he shows work at El Prado Galleries in Sedona, Arizona; Galleries West in Jackson, Wyoming; and Southwest Galleries in Dallas, Texas. Gotsch plans additional signings in at Petco July 24, and at In Cahoots Gallery on August 12th. Both are in Farmington. PAGE 22 no charge - no frills 20 word personal classified. $5 ad - 21 words, $1 each additional 10 words. $10 ad - 3.25 X .75, single line frame $15 ad - 3.25 X 1, deco type, single line frame $20 ad - 3.35 X 1.5 - deco type, single line frame $30 ad - 3.25 X 2 - deco type, frame, graphic Send your ad with payment to The Aztec Local News, PO Box 275, Aztec, NM 87410, or drop in the drop box at the Aztec Chamber of Commerce or Zip and Ship. NM Animal Cruelty Taskforce Hotline: 888-260-2178 Health Center Family Clinic 1601 E. 20th • Farmington Open Afternoons and Evenings By Appointment ONLY: 564-3628 Urgent Pager: 505-716-0102 AliceMarie Slaven-Emond RN, MSN, FNP-C Uninsured Patients Welcome • Discounts for CASH Payments INSURANCES ACCEPTED including JULY 16 - 31 • 2011 TA L O N C l a s s i f i e d s Green Living Website for living green in San Juan County: Renewable Energy, Increasing Economy and Local Food Production, Green Building and much more: www.SustainableSanJuan.com. Help Wanted, Medical Assistant (MA) for Aztec Urgent Care. Minimum of 2 years clinical experience in an Urgent Care, ED or similar medical setting required. Including 2 years IV insertion, Critical Thinking, CPR, ACLS, Triage, IV & IM medication administration skills. Salary DOE. Please drop off resume to 604 S Rio Grande Ave, Aztec NM or e-mail to [email protected]. Handyman Services: very reasonable prices. I do any job a homemaker can do, but doesn’t, doesn’t know how, or is not able. Minor repairs, tile, wallpaper, paint, garden/lawn. Pet friendly and reliable. Carl @ 333-2443. For sale: gas stove, top condition, $100; big boys bicycle, new, $75; 74 Dodge pickup 3/4 ton 200 series, 318 V8, $1200 or best offer. Hwy frontage in Flora Vista w/ mobile home & second hookup, 1.5 acres. $175,000. 334-2086. Listen live online to progressive radio: www.am1090seattle.com “The Dog Lady” training, nutrition, behavior. All breeds. Call Judy Dette, 334-7159. Concrete work: Make deteriorated steps like new. Very experienced. 330-1432. Wanted: small all terrain motorcycle (50cc or smaller) in decent condition, 334-5444 (if no answer, leave message). Want to join or start a Sabbath home Bible study / fellowship group, full gospel. 334-5121. Steel Buildings Factory Direct Medicare and Medicaid Discounted inventory 33x39, 42x57, 54x99, 60x156 Misc. Material Available www.sunwardsteel.com Source # 129 505-349-0493 SAGE DEMOLITION & CONSTRUCTION CO. DEMOLITION – BUILDINGS AND SITES TOTAL OR PARTIAL • COMPLETE CLEAN-UP OF BUILDINGS AND SITES • SITE CLEARING • LAND RESTORATION American Legion Post 93 will be canceling meetings in July and August 2011. COMPLETE RIGGING SERVICES INSTALLATION and/or REMOVAL of EQUIPMENT WE BUY ESTATE GOODS / HOUSEHOLDS, COMPLETE PO BOX 969, AZTEC, NEW MEXICO 87410 505-334-3317 or 505-280-6996 FULLY LICENSED, INSURED AND BONDED I do construction/repair work. 330-5431. Wanted: Independent Contract Drivers- Drive rental vehicles throughout 4-Corners region. Drive on days when you’re available. Must be non-smoker, provide copy of DMV clean driving record and be at least age 30 with your own cell phone. No CDL required. Contact Audra Law at 564-3509 or [email protected]. For Sale Two banjos, $125 each. Both in good condition. Guitar zither made in East Germany. Beautiful unique instrument, $100. 505-334-6534 Lost on May 26th, ruby and gold bracelet. Very precious and irreplaceable. If found please contact Joy at 801-5380, Reward!! Doublewide for sale, Aztec: Clean 3 bdrm, 2ba, 2car oversized garage, chicken coop/ 2 horse stalls, lattice covered patio from house to garage. 5 1/2 years old on 1.6 acres. #5 CR 3171, Aztec. 334-1404. For sale Aztec: One acre fenced at HWY 574 and corner of CR 3089. Mobile home, 2 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths. Large utility room, enclosed porch. Has 2 storage buildings. Includes appliances (washer, dryer, stove and fridge). $50,000. 505-334-1083 or 505-333-4322. For sale: Sears rototiller-4 years old $125; 2 lawn mowers, green one $10, red one $15. Home made flatbed, $200. Misc. tools, various prices. Whirlpool deep freeze, 2 1/2 years old, $250. Macrame’ cord 6mm, $1.50 per skein; macrame’ cord 3 mm, $1 per skein. Other misc. crafts. Located at 1001 Rd. 574 and corner of CR 3089. Call 334-1083, 333-4322 For sale: Ifit.com walker. Certified Personal Trainers program/Heart Rate Control Program, manual & CD, $700. Call 334-1083, 333-4322. For sale: 1973 Volkswagen Vanagon, needs engine. $1000 obo. 860-6976. For sale: black walnut wood; 12 1/2” Dewalt planner; 6 X 48” belt sander; 2004 Moped Scooter; small rototiller Craftsman; 2003 Starcraft pop-up camper; Honda generator; Airco welder. 334-2586. For rent: 3bdrm, 2 bath doublewide mobile home in Farmington. $400 deposit, $1000/mo. All utilities paid. 860-0082. For sale: Singer sewing machine Model 534 w/wood cabinet. Large decorative wall mirror. 505-320-1224. For sale: 1992 BMW 325-I, maroon 5-speed, 4-door. 505-360-2048. Volunteer needed to help me ride my ATV again since my disability. Experienced riders only. Call for details, 320-6165. For sale: 4-piece sectional - rust color.clean and untorn. $400, paid $2000. 505-258-5190 For sale: refrigerator, runs well, $25. 947-0708. Looking for a lead receptionist for a growing medical office in Aztec New Mexico. Candidate will have previous office experience, including knowledge of Microsoft Office. Maturity a plus and a proven track record of commitment to current and/or past employers. Customer service is a must. Salary DOE with benefits. Please send cover letter, resume and references to [email protected] VAUGHAN AUCTIONEERS Auction every Thursday @ 7 PM 5631 HWY. 64-Bloomfield HWY. Contact Ken: 505-860-7708 CONSIGNMENTS WELCOME! Aztec Recycle Center 303 South Ash Street (behind the metal building) • Sports Physicals • • Drug Screens • DOT Physicals • Respirator Exams • PFTs • Tuesday Friday: 10 am to 4 pm • Saturday: 8 am to noon Large trash drop-off bins Recycle your newspaper, corrugated cardboard, brown paper bags, white office paper, clear, brown and green glass, #1 and #2 plastics, aluminum cans and foil, tin, & steel cans THE AZTEC LOCAL NEWS Priscilla A. Shannon Attorney at Law Divorce, Child Custody Grandparents Rights Guardianships, Probate and Wills • 333-2055 • 105 East Chaco • Aztec Flora Vista Mutual Domestic Water Assoc. will have its regular monthly Board of Directors Meeting on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm. 334-6045 Visit us at our website: www.floravistawater.com Sewers & Drains $75 7 am - 7 pm, no OT charges Monday - Saturday • 334-9353 (reference #3) Rabies Clinic in Aztec Sunday, July 31, 2011 The San Juan Animal League will be holding its RABIES CLINIC on Sunday July 31, 2011 at the AZTEC SENIOR CITIZEN'S CENTER, 101 South Park, Aztec, NM. The clinic is held at 12:30 to 4:30. This clinic offers discount vaccinations to dogs and cats and is operated by volunteers. Check us out on Facebook. For questions, contact us on the web www.sanjuananimalleague.com or call 505-327-7802. Free music series “Fridays at the Fort” continues July 29 Robby Overfield and D.L. Marble to perform at Community Concert Hall The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, in partnership with Alpine Bank Durango, continues its “Friday’s at the Fort” free music series Friday, July 29, 2011, 5-7 p.m. Local country artists Robby Overfield and D.L. Marble are set to perform. Robby Overfield, opening the show at 5 p.m., is lauded as an acoustic musician who blends the art of storytelling and genuine lyrics with a powerful voice. Originally from Detroit, Mich., Overfield has continued to expand his musical framework from his base in Durango, Colo., including unique perspectives on his own life and encounters. With an ability to captivate with his live performances, Overfield is said to leave his audiences changed by the power of music and emotion. At 6 p.m. D.L. Marble will take the stage. Considered one-of-a-kind and the best of the local up-and-coming Alt-Country/Americana artists, Marble was raised by his mother, never knowing much of his father who spent most of his life in a Texas prison. He rode bareback horses and was a high school football star, but his passion was music, and he performed for all who would listen. Marble, who admittedly has taken the long road, is said to write songs not for critics or music executives, but to release his internal feelings as well as rock his audiences. Fridays at the Fort will conclude for the summer on August 26 – with artists to be announced. Tickets are not required for Fridays at the Fort, and the doors to the hall will open at 4:30 p.m., with no reserved seating. Refreshments are available for sale, and patrons may take beverages into the hall. For further information, visit www.durangoconcerts.com, call 970.247.7657, or visit the Ticket Office in Downtown Durango at 7th St. and Main Ave. Hotline number (505-324-1807) For an updated schedule of area meetings, check out www.riograndena.org Support TALON advertisers! Dispatch: 325-3409 320-6372 Narcotics Anonymous • 334-3965 • Red Apple Bus “Providing the most elite care in the Four Corners” Pest Control Bugs-A-Winginit • Residential & Rental Properties Crane’s Roost Care Home 333-2604 Commercial • Residential TREE & WEED SPRAYING Allan Walraven Jewell’s Carpet Cleaning The Farmington Red Apple Transit • Good Rates • Different sizes • RV and Open Space available Limited hours: 2- 6 pm, Call 334-6111 or 334-7175, leave message Services • Business Builders Need a ride? 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SUITE A, FARMINGTON Local Mobile Blood Drives Find the hero in you. Give blood 3 times a year. Any donor that wishes to donate at any of the New Mexico drives can call to set an appointment or get more information at 505 325-1505, Monday and Tuesday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Friday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Or Sign Up Online at www.bloodhero.com. Local Mobile Blood Drives (See complete list online) Farmington Weekly Draw Hours at Farmington office Monday, 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm Tuesday, 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm Wednesday and Thursday, CLOSED Friday, 10:00 am – 2:00 pm Saturday, 9:00 am – 1:00 pm KD’s Video movie reviews by Martha Pereyra July 19th, 2011: LIMITLESS starring Bradley Cooper, Robert DeNiro-UG-Action. Eddie, a burned-out writer, discovers a top-secret pill that unlocks 100% of his brain's capacity. He soon acquires limitless success, but his dream life soon becomes a nightmare, as the drug's brutal side takes effect. TAKE ME HOME TONIGHT starring Toper Grace, Teresa Palmer-RComedy. When Matt's high-school crush shows up at his dead-end mall job, he & his buddy devise a wild scheme for Matt to finally win the girl of his dreams. Direct to Video DESERT FLOWER starring Liya Kebede, Sally Hawkins-R-Drama. Based on the best selling book & true story of a woman who achieves stardom as a top model & uses her celebrity to make a difference in the land she left behind. LOU starring John Hurt, Emily Barclay-NR-Drama. A tender story of the relationship between 11yr old Lou & her grandfather Doyle. Not long after Lou's father walks out of her life, her irascible grandfather crashes in bringing with him the healing power of love TEKKEN starring Jon Foo-R-Action. The year is 2039 & the world wars have destroyed everything & territories are run by corporations. In the midst of this society, a young man with raw fighting skills is driven to defeat the world's most elite fighters. WAY OF THE WEST starring Jessica Pare, Tony Munch-R-Western. A lone Mountie has come to town to clean up its crime & corruption after finding an innocent man dead. THANKS to our advertisers who support TALON and the free services it offers. 505-334-1039 NM Poison Center: 1-800-222-1222 July 26, releases: SOURCE CODE starring Jake Gylenhaal-PG-13-Thriller, Action. When Captain Colter Stevens wakes up in the body of an unknown man, he discovers he's part of an experimental government program that enables him to cross over into another man's identity in the last 8 min. of his life. Direct to Video DYLAN DOG: DEAD OF NIGHT- starring Brandon Routh, Sam Huntington-PG-13-Horror. Dylan Dog is a world famous private investigator specializing in affairs of the undead. He must track down a dangerous artifact before a war ensues. IRONCLAD starring Paul Giamatti-R-Action. Set in the time of King John's signing of the Magna Carta, a group of Knights Templar hold out for months against the hard-fought siege of Rochester Castle. TRUST starring Clive Owen, Catherine Keener-R-Thriller. When 14 yrold Annie made a new friend online - a 16yr-old boy named Charlie, her parents don't think much of it. Slowly she learns he is not who he claims to be, setting in motion devastating revelations that forever change her family's life. These and many more at KD's Video in Bloomfield-632-8579. Thank you for your patronage. KDs Video - 302 N. 1st St. Bloomfield, 632-8579. RAPE CRISIS CENTER NEW MEXICO • 888-811-8282 • You can call the Rape Crisis Center from anywhere in the state and call an advocate any time (24 hours/7 days a week) and not have to worry about a phone charge. AZTEC ANIMAL SHELTER 825 E. Sabena Street • Aztec 505-334-6819 • Noon - 4:00 pm Seven days a week A call for San Juan County artists The 2012 edition of Handmade: Guide to the Arts in San Juan County is being prepared, and there is a call for all artists in San Juan County to be a part of this arts and entertainment publication. The booklet is dedicated to promoting San Juan County as an art and cultural destination in the Four Corners. Publisher Michael Bulloch and Editor Debra Mayeux invite artists of every genre to consider being a part of this publication. “Artists, writers, actors and craftsmen are asked to contact us no later than Sept. 30th, if they want to be included in the next guide,” Mayeux said. “We printed more than 7,000 copies and distributed them throughout the U.S. in 2011. We hope to build upon that this upcoming year. We only need your support.” The guide also includes art organizations, theatre organizations, galleries and venues. Advertising prices vary, so for more information please visit: www.handmadeartistguide.com or call Debra, 505.320.6512; Michael, 505.716.6057 or Tim, 505.486.0403. Lost a pet? Looking to Adopt? Come see us! 5 8 % ( ( 1 2 6 3 ) 5 / 2 $ ' 6 1 ( $ 7 ( 5 * 2 ( ) 6 $ 7 , / 7 7 2 0 / : $ 6 ( % ( 7 $ 5 ( 6 6 2 1 7 6 , 6 8 ' 1 ( 6 7 2 $ 0 $ 1 , 6 ( % 8 / $ 6 8 7 2 6 1 ( 8 ( $ 5 7 6 ( & 7 / 2 ( , 1 ( 6 7 7 + , 5 * 8 0 / ( 6 2 6 2 $ 7 2 + $ 7 ( 5 2 1 ( $ $ = $ $ / 5 ( 0 $ 0 , & . ( < ) 1 , 3 ( 1 2 : 1 5 7 7 6 $ 1 & / ( $ $ 5 0 2 5 ( 2 1 ( 5 6 $ 5 1 ( ' 6 6 3 ( 6 2 $ 6 7 $ PAGE 24 JULY 16 - 31 • 2011 ✦ AZTEC Municipal School District 2011-2012 ✦ TRWC Art Center Classes July, August and September scheduled classes at TRWC Art Center are: August 13 – PMC (Precious Metal Clay) with Sue Johnson. Create 1 of a kind earrings, pendant and broach with .99 pure silver. Class fees TBA – based on market price of silver. September 10 – Fun with Line – Learn to look more closely at subject matter and use line in an expressive way. $20 members, $30 non members. Drop-In Watercolor classes – every Saturday at 10 am (unless another event is scheduled in the classroom). Call for more info. All levels welcome. $5 members, $10 non members. Punchcards available. FMI call 716-7660, visit us on facebook “TRWC Art Center & In Cahoots!” or our website threeriverswomen.com, or drop by the Art Center at 109 N. Allen Avenue in historic downtown Farmington. TRWC Art Center is a 501 (c)(3) all volunteer, local non profit with the mission of fostering, promoting, educating and encouraging the creative artists of San Juan County – and we believe there is an artist in everyone. Membership open to anyone wishing to support TRWC’s mission, vision and goals. New Mexico's best high school football players showcased at Rio Rancho High School Stadium July 23, 2011– spectators welcome On Saturday, July 23, 2011, the 4th annual NMpreps.com Elite 100 Combine will take place showcasing 150+ of New Mexico's best high school athletes. The event will be held 8am to 3pm at the Rio Rancho High School Football Stadium, 301 Loma Colorado NE, Rio Rancho, NM. All media outlets and spectators are welcome to attend, FREE admission. Each athlete will be tested in four core events: Bench Press, 40-Time, Vertical Jump, and the 20Yard Shuttle Run. Combine Details: http://nmpreps.rivals.com/content.asp?SID=1172&CID=1060860 Numbers for each player are recorded and sent out to regional college coaches. A representative from the National Collegiate Scouting Association, Inc. (NCSA) will be present to talk to parents and attendees about the complex college recruiting process, http://www.ncsasports.org. Aztec Athletes: Adam Lucero, Andrew Pope, Bradley Hardin, Cory Saxon, Jeremy Hathcock, Michael Cowden, and Xavier Salazar Farmington Athletes: Daniel Lacey, Essiel Camasco, John Garcia, Sear Farley, and Shawn Gonzalez. For more information: http://www.nmpreps.rivals.com