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Speaking about suicide with youth

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Talking to your child about suicide may be one of the most difficult and uncomfortable conversations you’ll have, but it may also be the most important. Do not be afraid of the word “suicide.” According to research, talking to kids about suicide does not cause or increase suicide. Please read that again. By talking...

Navajo DPS investigating possible homicide

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Potential suspect in custody

KAYENTA, Ariz. -  The Navajo Division of Public Safety, in partnership with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, are investigating a possible homicide.

On Feb. 5 about 2:25 pm, the Navajo Police Department received a call reporting a man was shot north of Vendor Village in Kayenta, Ariz. Officers immediately responded to the area and found the victim, who was transported to the Kayenta hospital where he died from his injury.

Officers located and apprehended the suspect 6 miles south of Kayenta without incident. Due to the ongoing investigation, details available for release are limited.

This case has been referred to the Navajo Department of Criminal...

RMCHCS hosts Auxiliary Blood Drive

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Community “challenged” to deliver 65 pints of blood; bikers and fire department pitch in

Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services will be holding its Auxiliary Blood Drive on Feb. 13 from 2 - 7 pm and Feb. 14 from 8 am - 1 pm at the RMCH Third Floor Solarium at 1901 Red Rock Dr., Gallup. Volunteers can call Mary Ann at 505-863-3098 or Eileen at 505-879-5576 for an appointment or sign up online at http://www.bloodhero.com, enter the sponsor code: Gallup. Walk-ins are also welcome.

The hospital is requesting type O and Rh Negative types A- and B- which are currently in shorter supply. Donors are urged to drink plenty of water and eat a full meal, must be 16 years of age...

Historic neighborhood in the gutter

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Chihuahuita due for city council help

By a vote of 5-0, the Gallup City Council decided to spend potential grant funds to restoring roads in the historic neighborhood of Chihuahuita, which has been waiting for help with its water drainage for years.

The funds are from the imminent 2020 Community Development Block Grant funding cycle, and the Gallup City Council discussed the plans at their Jan. 28 meeting.

The Chihuahuita neighborhood, particularly a stretch of Logan Avenue, has dealt with stormwater drainage challenges for years, which has resulted in flooded yards and basements. Residents currently have no means of preventing these issues.

The city previously held two public...

Del Norte teacher emphasizes independence

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From peeling oranges to picking themselves up when they fall

Each month, Camille’s Sidewalk Cafe recognizes one local teacher within the Gallup area for his or her determination to help students go above and beyond. Prospective teachers are nominated by students who feel they deserve to be recognized.

Thedeous Tah, of Del Norte Elementary School, has taught in the Gallup area for over 20 years at a number of schools. But, he said this was not quite the career he imagined himself having when he started out.



BACKGROUND

Tah grew up in Church Rock and attended numerous schools in the region, graduated from the old Gallup High School, and then moved on to obtain an education...

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