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Chess Corner
Bishops are like dolphins
White to move and win Bottlenose dolphins coordinate to use mudflats and beaches to trap their prey. In this week’s position white similarly traps black’s knight against the edge of…
This Week In Local History
A look back at the week July 20-26
Shiprock Vet Chris Brasmer, 1990. Aztec Museum Daily Times Photo Archives The following is a recap of local events for this time period throughout history. 25 years ago (2001) A…
Lessons from the Sandbox
Grab Your Thumb Before You Lose Your Head
Courtesy Ron Price Managing anger begins by understanding what lies beneath it I appreciate several features of the Tri-City Record. One is the Mr. Know-It-All column from my friend and…
The Weekly Wag
Why the eight-week mark is one of the most important milestones in a kitten’s life
This week’s featured pets are a couple of kittens, Carrot and Beetroot. Courtesy During kitten season, animal shelters across the country see an influx of kittens in need, many of them…
Chess Corner
What is white’s best move?
A fork says to a spoon, “Who was that ladle I saw you with last night?” Spoon replies, “That was no ladle, that was my knife.” In this week’s position,…
This Week In Local History
A look back at the week July 13-19
Norman Dufur unloads a rusting old-time washing machine, just oneitem from 100 tons of tin he collected this summer from the backroads of the county, 1991. Aztec Museum Daily Times…
Mr. Know It All
Stay in Your Lane
Farmington’s two-lane Piñon Hills Boulevard, seen recently near 30th Street, will probably stay that way for years to come. Scott Michlin/Tri-City Record Dear Mr. Know-It-All: The recently completed Piñon Hills…
The Weekly Wag
Find a Stray? Aztec Animal Shelter has some suggestions
This week’s featured pet is Purrito (like burrito with a 'p'), a good-natured, happy-go- lucky smaller mixed breed. Courtesy When it comes to stray animals, Aztec Animal Shelter asks you…
This Week In Local History
A look back at the week July 6-12
Vintage postcard, circa 1953. Aztec Museum Postcard Collection The following is a recap of local events for this time period throughout history. 25 years ago (2001) Artist Wanda Coffey of…
Lessons from the Sandbox
Road Rage and Relationship Rage
The same emotional hijack that causes trouble on the highway can damage relationships at home and work.
The Weekly Wag
Fireworks, Festivities and Keeping Pets Calm
Molly is a nine-month-old bundle of wiggling puppy exuberance who is ready to play. Courtesy Ahead of the fireworks, barbecues and summer camaraderie during the Fourth of July holiday weekend, it’s important…
Sports
The art of the scorebook makes for a great game of baseball
FARMINGTON – There are several traditions within the sport of baseball that I genuinely enjoy. In addition to finding colorful and sometimes inappropriate nicknames for players, many fans—myself included—enjoy a…
Mr. Know It All
Who Goes There?
The city of Farmington has made good on it's promise to add some control to the intersection of W. 32nd St. and Mesa Dr. Scott Michlin/Tri-City Record Dear Mr. Know-It-All:…
This Week In Local History
A look back at the week June 29-July 5
Stacie Brennise, Freedom Days Triathlon women’s winner, 1990. Aztec Museum Daily Times Photo Archives 25 years ago (2001) Farmington’s Planning and Zoning Commission decided Thursday not to recommend that the…
The Weekly Wag
Pet safety tips for hot summer days
Cabana is an outgoing and playful mixed breed currently residing at the Aztec Animal Shelter. Courtesy As temperatures rise and summer activities heat up, more people are spending time outdoors with their…
This Week In Local History
A look back at the week June 22-28
Interior of Bill Faverino’s Bar on N. Mesa Verde Ave., Aztec, 1951. Aztec Museum Henry L. Jackson Photo Archives The following is a recap of local events for this time…