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Catron County News by Richard Torres

December, 2010

The Village of Reserve Downtown Drainage Project, started this past September, has been granted a twenty-two day extension. Originally projected to finish December 22, the extension was granted due to delays in obtaining construction materials. “Everyone on this project wishes to thank the townspeople for their patience and understanding,” stated Tony Gomez. He is the on-site project supervisor. Most of the major underground work has been completed. Still to be completed are sidewalks, installation of street paving stones, lights, and landscaping.

Catron County Deputy Ian Fletcher displayed the newly obtained AR15 rifles just procured for the Catron County Sheriff Department.”These eight rifles were donated to this department by the Colt Defense Company. They heard of our need for rifle replacements, and they graciously donated these up-to-date rifles for our use. Our old rifles have been in use since the early 90’s,” said Ian. Current officers will soon qualify and be issued the new rifle.”All the officers are extremely happy to be receiving these quality rifles,” said Ian.

The Double C Ranch & Rural Ministries, based just outside the Village of Reserve, is pleased to announce the installation of their newly obtained tent. “We can accommodate close to eighty members once completely installed,” said Loren Cushman. Mike and Elaine Walden painted the new sign. This is a non-denominational ministry, welcoming everyone every Sunday at 5pm to listen, sing, and to enjoy a pot-luck. For additional information, call Mark Sprague at 533-6330.

Nancy Coggeshall, author and resident of Catron County, won the New Mexico Book Co-Op’s First Book Award. Her book, Gila Country Legend: The Life and Times of Quentin Hulse, shared first prize with two other books. Her book was also a finalist for their award for Biography. Her book was published last year, and is in its third printing. The book has been reviewed positively across the boards in New Mexico, Denver, Arizona, Rhode Island, and England, and including three five-star reviews on amazon.com. For more information, contact Nancy at 533-6174.

Quemado H.S. hosted this year's Game of Life for students from Reserve and
Quemado schools. Held on November 23 for seventh thru twelfth graders, the Game of Life offers choices, decision making, and consequences for students to experience.