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š± Why Tucumcariās chamber lease and flood project decisions matter now
Tucumcari, New Mexico Patch AM: a 4 min readMorning Tucumcari! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- Why Tucumcariās chamber lease and flood project decisions matter now
- How will Tucumcariās new head coach revive Rattler football pride?
- How a rare BMW made Tucumcari the star of Route 66
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Thunderstorms, with a high of 75 and low of 60 degrees.
- Thursday: A thunderstorm in spots, temps: high: 84, low: 61.
- Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 90 and low of 61 degrees. š¶ Hot!
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Tucumcari chamber tries to get lease renewed (easternnewmexiconews.com) ā Tucumcari city commissioners have delayed renewing the Chamber of Commerceās $1, tenāyear lease on the Route 66 visitors center building, demanding more answers at a June 9 work session. They also approved funding for several upcoming Tucumcari events, advanced a major Rankin Avenue floodācontrol project, updated shortāterm rental rules, and heard about animal rescue successes and plans for this summerās farmers market and fair. 
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ā¢ Tucumcari hires alum as football head coach (easternnewmexiconews.com) ā Tucumcari High School has promoted alum Adrian Jones to head football coach, aiming to build on last seasonās playoff run and renewed community pride. Jones, a member of the 2002 state-title team, plans immediate meetings, weight training starting June 8, and more community-focused events at Rattler Stadium. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ Wild Burros, $7 Gas, and a BMW i8 Roadster on Route 66 (bmwblog.com) ā A Seattle couple chose Tucumcari as the turnaround point for a threeāweek Route 66 adventure in a rare BMW i8 Roadster, even staying at the iconic Blue Swallow Motel. Their 4,500āmile journey highlights how Tucumcari still anchors classic Mother Road nostalgia while showcasing a futuristic plugāin hybrid that drew curious crowds at every stop. Ā Ā Ā
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š Events Nearby
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Preschool Storytime ā
Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N Main St, Clovis
10:00 am -
City Commission Meeting ā
Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N Main St, Clovis
5:15 pm -
Mario Kart Tournament ā
Cannon Library, 107 Albright Ave Building 75, Cannon AFB
11:00 am -
STEAM Club: Volcanoes - Kids & Teens ā
Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N Main St, Clovis
2:00 pm -
June First Friday: Wings Over Cannon Kickoff Party ā
Landing Zone, 211 Levitow Ave, Cannon AFB
5:00 pm -
Cosmic Bowling ā
Cannon Lanes, 105 Albright Ave, Cannon AFB
8:00 pm -
Summer Kick Off Doubles ā
Cannon Lanes, 105 Albright Ave, Cannon AFB
1:00 pm -
Summer Kick-Off Chalk Party - Kids & Teens ā
Clovis-Carver Public Library, 701 N Main St, Clovis
2:00 pm -
Evening Embroidery Stitch & Chat ā
Cannon Library, 107 Albright Ave Building 75, Cannon AFB
5:00 pm -
Preschool Story Time ā
Cannon Library, 107 Albright Ave Building 75, Cannon AFB
10:00 am -
Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Party ā Letās Grow! ā
Cannon Library, 107 Albright Ave Building 75, Cannon AFB
11:00 am -
Partido de tiktokers new mexico vs Honduras ā
Clovis High School, 1900 N Thornton St, Clovis
7:00 pm
Thursday June 4
Friday June 5
Saturday June 6
Tuesday June 9
Wednesday June 10
Saturday June 13
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š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Pizza Hut, Inc. posted a job opening for Team Member in Tucumcari. Apply here.
- Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores, Inc. posted a job opening for Retail Cashier Part Time in Tucumcari. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Tucumcari here.
š Nearby News
Clovis
- Lady Buff Basketball Adds Zarai Lewis for the 2026-27 Campaign (gobuffsgo.com)
- Murder arrest made after shooting outside of Clovis church (koat.com)
- A U.S. reckoning over chemical pollution from military bases (spokesman.com)
Las Vegas
- New Mexico Highlands University President files lawsuit over removal from office (krqe.com)
- Denish: The Best 250 Anniversary Celebration Is Just Outside Your Door (ladailypost.com)
Ok Tucumcari! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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