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Continuous Revitalization

Friday, 12 May 2017 02:02 By Francis Bee, Executive Director Gallup Business Improvement District

New Mexico’s Business Improvement District Act was created to “provide municipalities and entrepreneurs a more flexible and proactive vehicle to collaborate in the revitalization efforts of their downtowns, commercial districts and central business districts.”

In enacting the Business Improvement District Act, New Mexico’s legislature recognized that in many cases improvements and action are more quickly addressed through the private sector.

Gallup BID has enjoyed the ability to respond to capital proposals, event sponsorship requests, maintenance projects, marketing concepts, and other initiatives in a timely manner.

Gallup Business Improvement District is a partner with...

A contest for the rankest shoes around

Friday, 12 May 2017 02:01 By Dee Velasco For the Sun

Odor-Eaters smelly shoes contest

The smell of victory was literally in the air as 15-year-old Quannie Burnham took home first place in the fifth annual “Odor-Eaters Rotten Sneaker Contest” at Walmart May 6.

Boys and girls, ages 5-15, competed in the contest hoping that their stinky, wretched sneakers would win them cool prizes like Burnham, who won a trophy, a year supply of Odor-Eaters, and a $250 gift card from Walmart. When asked how he got his sneakers so smelly, Burnham said it didn’t take much effort.

“I just don’t wash them and often I go sockless which is the key,” he said. “I’ve gotten use to the smell.”

Second runner up 10-year-old Sirvondo B., and...

Local players bring American history, Shakespeare comedies to life

Friday, 12 May 2017 02:00 Staff Reports

Something has been missing at the El Morro Theatre for some time – theatrical plays that is, featuring local actors.

This weekend the El Morro presents an encore presentation of “The Complete History of America (Abridged).” It’s not that the players can capture 241 years into a short hour or so, but they must make every minute count, punching up the level of comedic timing and delivery.

And tickets are only $5. There will be a performance at ArtsCrawl 7 pm on May 13. Bring the family. Kids 12 and under get in free.

For fans of the Bard in Gallup who have been waiting for this day to come, you can’t miss “The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged).” It’s a fun...

Local kids clean up at Denver Colorado State Championship

Friday, 05 May 2017 10:48 Gallupsun Staff

Over 160 players attend the April 8 event, with 8 hours of competition. Kids from the Garcia’s Judo Club came away winners, or a bit more experienced from this tournament.

How to ‘Dress for Success’ 101

Friday, 05 May 2017 10:46 Staff Reports

Dine Hoghaan Bii Development, Inc. collaborated with the Vet Center of Farmington, Workforce Connection of New Mexico, and United Healthcare for the “Dress for Success” workshop at Rehoboth McKinley Christian Hospital May 2.

JCPenney brought a mobile fashion show to the event to demonstrate to participants how to dress for an interview. Afterwards, participants received some clothing to help get them started in their search for a new job. There we’re countless other local sponsors involved in the feel-good event that lasted for more than four hours.

Speakers discussed how to break down the barriers of employment and find a job, and engaged participants in interview...