Gallup Sun

Meet Jenny and Liberty! They’re both currently at the McKinley County Humane Society. Jenny is about 2 years old and Liberty is about 4 years old.

Jenny is a very expressive dog. When she gets excited she shakes her whole body. The humane society staff say she’s not good on a leash, but she is very trainable and smart. She would make a great hiking dog.

She is good with other dogs and cats.  She does have a lot of energy though, and will need room to run.

Liberty came into the shelter as a stray. She does have mange, but the humane society is currently treating it and she is responding to the treatment and is almost healed up!

She is super great with kids and loves other...

Eric Norman Van Hartesveldt, of Gallup, died June 5. He was 70.

He was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on July 26, 1953.

Eric is survived by Elizabeth (Betsy) Windisch, his wife of 46 years; his son Peter Nathaniel Van Hartesveldt; his daughter, Kyna Wade; his sisters, Linda and Marcia Van Hartesveldt; his brother Fred Van Hartesveldt III; and four grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held at The McKinley Wildlife Federation Building in McGaffey on June 29 at 1 pm.

Donations in Eric’s honor can be made to: Relay for Life, c/o 3708 Zia, Gallup, NM 87301 or to the NM Beekeepers Association, 8 Lacy Rd., Edgewood, NM, 87015.

This week summer officially arrived in all its sunny, sizzling glory. With temperatures climbing, often higher than usual, it’s crucial to stay hydrated. But let’s face it, not everyone — especially kids — jumps for joy at the idea of drinking plain water. I’d like to introduce you to agua fresca, the delightful, refreshing and incredibly affordable beverage that’s here to save the day!

Agua fresca, which translates to “fresh water” or “cool water,” is a beloved drink in Mexico and beyond. It’s essentially water infused with fruit, sometimes herbs, and other natural flavorings. Unlike sodas and fruit punches, which can be expensive and are often loaded with sugars...

Welcome to another look at highlights arriving on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD. Last week was remarkably busy so this edition is slower, but there is one big title and some interesting independent fare to choose from. So, if you can’t make it out to the movies this week or need to stay indoors for a few days, be sure to give one of these titles a try!

 

BIG NEW RELEASES!

AMERICAN FICTION: An African-American author and professor becomes frustrated that his acclaimed works aren’t selling. After being told that his recent manuscript isn’t “black enough” and seeing other writers achieve great success using stereotypes, the lead decides to play a prank...