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Luke Ramirez, left, Johnson Lee and Aidan Garcia test the knee deep waters Friday afternoon on Maloney Avenue after heavy rains flooded the street and police officers diverted traffic. A crew from the department of transportation removed a jacket that was lodged in the drain near the pump, and the road cleared of water a short time later. [photo by Jeff Jones / Independent]

Regular Meeting

ST. MICHAELS — Regular meeting will be 9 a.m., July 13, at the St. Michaels Chapter.

Workshop

GANADO — Mini sheep and life workshop will be 9 a.m.-5 p.m., July 13. Sheep to loom demonstrations will include shearing, spinning, and weaving, with opportunities for hands-on learning. Visit the Navajo Churro sheep park. Bring your picnic lunch to eat under the trees. You are encouraged to bring your weaving tools and projects as we share information and learn together. More info call 928-755-3475.

Chapter Meeting

COYOTE CANYON — Coyote Canyon Chapter regular chapter meeting will be 1 p.m., July 13, at the Coyote Canyon Chapter.

Veterans Meeting

CHINLE — Black Mesa veterans meeting will be 1 p.m. July 13. at the Chinle (Thunder Bird) Park. All commanders and family members are encouraged to attend. Questions call Richard Claw 928-725-3954.

Veterans Meeting

CHURCHROCK — Churchrock Veterans Organization Meeting will be 1:30 p.m.m, July 13, at the Churchrock Chapter. All members encouraged to attend. Pot lunch, bring dish.

Flea Market

IYANBITO — Flea Market will be 8 a.m., July 13, at the Iyanbito Chapter. Free bingo at 10:30 a.m., door prize drawing for vendors. No vending fee. Everyone welcome. Entertainment by “Blue Nativez Band”.

Kiddie Camp

GALLUP — Cheerleading Kiddie Camp will be 9 am.-12 p.m., July 14-17, at the Gallup High School Gym. Ages pre-school-8th grade. $25 per child (T-shirt included). More info call 870-3745.

Registrations

SANDERS — Valley High School will start their registration for upcoming school year on July 14. Seniors(12th grade), July 14, 9 am.-3 pm.; Juniors(11th grade), July 15, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sophomores(10th grade), July 17, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Freshman(9th), 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Roads Committee

SHIPROCK — The Northern Navajo Agency Roads Committee will meet 9 a.m., July 14, at Shiprock B.I.A. Conference Room. All membership urged to attend. Public invited. More info call 505-368-1552.

Appreciation Event

BODAWAY/GAP — A dedication and appreciation event will be July 14, at the Bodaway/Gap Chapter House acknowledging the completion of projects: The new bridge and N20 Road, The new Gap express gas station, and more.

Discretionary Meeting

WINDOW ROCK — Housing Discretionary meeting will be 9 a.m., (D.S.T.), July 14, at the Oak Springs Chapter.

Committee Retreat

KIRTLAND — Central Consolidated School District No. 22, Indian Education Committee retreat will be 9 a.m.-3 p.m., July 14-15, at the San Juan College, West in Room 15, Kirtland. Topics include the CCSD Indian Policies and Procedures.

Committee Meeting

GALLUP — A Gallup McKinley County Schools Johnson O’Malley Indian Education Committee Meeting will be 9 a.m., July 14, at the Title I Conference Room, Gallup. Questions call 505-721-1044/1045.

Closure

WINDOW ROCK — The Navajo Land Department Offices will be closed from July 14-18. The NLD is hosting presentations at the 2nd annual division of national resources “2008 DNR Conference” at NAU. Office will resume business July 21.

Chapter Meeting

IYANBITO — Regular chapter meeting will be 3 p.m., July 14, at the Iyabito Chapter. Be on time. Very important.

Music Workshop

GALLUP — Mexican Music Workshop for kids and youth will be 10 a.m.-12 p.m., July 14-15 at the Gallup Performing Arts Center. $15/day. Clinician: Antonio Parra and Dr. Roy Howard.

Chapter Meeting

BAAHAALI — Regular chapter meeting will be 10 a.m., July 14, at the Baahaali Chapter. Discussion: Government reform, council reduction and more.

Weekend
July 12-13, 2008

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Seeing red at the MVD

Deaths

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