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A New Day in Red River for Memorial Day Weekend
Another Memorial Day weekend celebration will occur in our mountain communities this month—but it will look different than previous years. In response to last year’s tragedy in Red River, the Town has worked to rebrand its Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally to a more family-friendly event called “Mayfest in the Mountains.”
New Youth Coordinator
Vida Del Norte has been busy over the last couple of months with reorganizing and recruiting new members. In February, we had our annual retreat where we discussed data that helps guide the process of supporting the needs of our youth. Vida has been seeking individuals who are passionate about...
8750′ BBQ & Music Festival Lineup Announced
Red River’s highly anticipated 8750’ BBQ & Music Festival (pronounced eighty-seven-fifty) is set to take place from August 15 to August 18, 2024. According to a press release sent by the Town of Red River, the four-day extravaganza is expected to be an unforgettable experience for all attendees, combining mouth-watering BBQ and chili with thrilling live music in the Red River Valley. The event is co-hosted by Red River Events Inc. and the Town of Red River.
Recognition for Years of Service: Teacher Diane León
I will be completing my 18th year of teaching this year. All my time has been spent in the Questa Independent School District. Over the years, I have taught Spanish for grades 7 through 12, as well as dual-credit Spanish III, introduction to Chicano studies, and career explorations/academic foundations through the University of New Mexcico-Taos here at Questa High School. A couple of years I also taught English language development. Additionally, I have served as the district bilingual and title III coordinator since 2014 where I oversee the bilingual Spanish heritage program in grades Kindergarten through 10, as well as serving English language learners in our schools. For a few months I was the interim district principal, in the spring of 2021.
A Mother’s Advice For Mother’s Day
Beloved mother and grandmother Pauline Ortega was born in Denver, Colorado. She was raised in Cerro and moved to Questa after she married Jake Ortega, who she has been married to for 60 years. Together, they have four sons: Jake Jr., Mark, Robert, and Victor, as well as 10 grandchildren,...
Questa VFW Chapter in Danger of Closing Amidst Low Membership
The local Questa VFW chapter 7688 is at risk of closing its doors and operations permanently amidst low membership numbers. Commander Danny Garcia says it’s a troubling predicament. “We don’t have the membership we’ve had in years past. We used to have a lot of involvement from the Korean...
QISD Board Approves 150-day Calendarfor 2024-25 Despite State Overhaul
Questa Independent School District (QISD) tentatively approved a new calendar for the 2024-25 academic year comprising 150 days, or a 4-day school week, the same as the current schedule. However, the district will most likely not meet a state-mandated 15 percent test score increase and therefore be forced into a 180-day academic calendar.
Senior Navigates Serious Health Conditions and Defies All Odds
Questa High School senior Faith Cisneros was recently named Prom Princess by her peers. Meeting Faith is knowing kindness, as she meets everyone with a sweet smile and generous heart. Little do many know she has fought battles others could never fathom. Jessica Cisneros, Faith’s mother, was told at 28...
Letter to Questa Community from Mayor John Ortega
I realize some of the Village roads are in bad shape and have lots of potholes. My staff and I are working diligently to get funding to repave all these roads. Last year we applied for funding for seven roads projects, and we were awarded DOT funding on three of those road projects. This year we will again apply for the funding to repave the roads that weren’t funded last year. We do have partial funding on some of these roads, but it is not enough to complete the projects.
Fiestas de San Antonio delRio Colorado Set for June
The Fiestas de San Antonio del Rio Colorado will take place again this year on Saturday June 15 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at Molycorp Field. The Fiesta Committee, led by Village Councilwoman Katrina Gonzales, is planning for another successful year and they need the support of the community.
Opinion: Colorado must prioritize students in how it funds schools, and current legislation can update 30-year-old formula
As leaders of districts serving in the urban fringe of Denver and part of the San Luis Valley, we both face significant challenges in serving students and families in our communities. In the San Luis Valley, the rural Center Consolidated School District serves a community of only 600 learners in...
Contribute to Village of Questa’s Comprehensive Plan
The Village of Questa’s Comprehensive Plan is being established to create a vision and framework for its implementation. The executive leaders of the Village are “working with Village staff, community members, businesses, and leaders to understand what Questa is today and what you hope it will become in the future,” according to a press release sent by the Village.
Music Lineup At Questa Farmers Market, Opening May 26
Come enjoy live music at Questa Farmers Market with Michael Rael & Friends on opening day, May 26. We love every bit of the local food, youth intern energy and entrepreneurial spirit, but what connects all of us, rain or shine, is the music! Local musicians, you bring hearts together, make us dance, and keep good vibes flowing.
EPA Reps Speak With Local Residents
Officials from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) visited the Village of Questa on April 16 to talk about progress in the Superfund cleanup of the old Chevron mine. EPA Environmental Engineer Nicole Foster focused her talk on the mine site to the east of the Village and the tailings facility to the west.
Presentation of a Questa Agricultural Cooperative
The idea of an agricultural cooperative in the Questa area is something that has been explored many times over the years. In 2023 the Questa Economic Development Fund held several public “listening” sessions to collectively envision a viable co-op program that could benefit our community and the growers in the region. QEDF Director Lynn Skall stated, “We now have an agricultural co-op model and recommendations to present.”
Attend Questa̕s 20th Annual VeteransHealing Field Celebration
For those of you who may not know or realize what the Veterans Healing Field of Honor is and why we put it up every year, I will try and explain what it is and why it is so important to us. I believe the meaning is worth repeating and reminding people.
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