Gallup Sun

Manuelito Children’s Home ready for their biggest fundraiser of the year

The calendar has turned to July and all the signs posted around Gallup can only mean one thing: it is almost time for WildThing Championship Bullriding.

As stated in last week’s issue of the Sun, WildThing has been bringing the thunder for over 30 years. But it also brings more than spectacle and excitement, it brings people together and gives them an opportunity to support Gallup businesses and services.

One of the biggest benefactors, as previously stated, is Manuelito Children’s Home. Located west of Gallup at 12 Theta St., the home runs the concessions and parking for WildThing, and it has long...

Four students from The University of New Mexico-Gallup earned the rare opportunity to conduct undergraduate research in their microbiology class and present their findings at an annual UNM conference in April.

UNM-Gallup students Arleth Arreguin, Jordan Belmont, Chalanie Davis and Angelina Romero participated in the 2024 Undergraduate Research Opportunity Conference in Albuquerque on April 12. The professional research conference is reserved solely for undergraduates to spotlight their research, explain their ideas and display what they have to offer in their respective fields and majors.

“I was hesitant at first hearing about this opportunity because I’ve never done anything like...

KAYENTA, Ariz.—The Navajo Nation Shopping Centers Inc. Fourth of July Celebration was a success.

 

It was an opportunity for the tribal corporation to give back to loyal customers for their patronage through public outreach and family-oriented activities.

 

The day began with the Kayenta Fourth of July Parade and NNSCI participated with a parade entry that had a Peanuts theme, featuring Snoopy and Woodstock.

 

Two banners highlighting the parade theme, “Celebrating Freedom Together,” were displayed, including multicolored stars, red, white, and blue flags, and an arch comprised of colorful balloons.

 

Staff walked alongside the NNSCI parade entry, handing out beach...

Meet Loki!

Loki was actually adopted from the McKinley County Humane Society two years ago, but his owner recently surrendered him back to the shelter.

The shelter staff said he has no behavioral problems at all. He is a very sweet and smart dog. He loves going on walks and is great on a leash as well. When not going for a walk, he enjoys lounging around.

The shelter recommends that Loki be the only dog in your home, but if you already have a dog you are more than welcome to come to the shelter for a dog test.

Loki is up to date on all his vaccines and is neutered. His adoption fee has been reduced to only $85, and the right person could take him home that day.

Anyone interested in...