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Baseball Recap: Taos snaps three-game streak of wins at home
After a string of three wins, Taos's good fortune finally ran out on Saturday. They fell 11-6 to the Moriarty Pintos. Taos has struggled against Moriarty recently, as their game on Saturday was their fifth consecutive lost matchup. For Moriarty's part, Amare Gonzales and Aidyn Pacheco made a big impact...
2024 She Rises Music Festival lineup unveiled
Following a triumphant and empowering 2023 debut, Andrea Magee’s She Rises Music Festival is returning for its second year in the vibrant backdrop of Taos, New Mexico, this Labor Day weekend (Aug. 30 - Sept. 1) at Kit Carson Park, located at 211 Paseo Del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571. This year's stellar roster boasts an extraordinary lineup featuring the talents of 6x GRAMMY-nominated artist YOLA, KT Tunstall, Jade Bird, Big Richard Band, Andrea Magee, Three Women & The Truth, the Women's Indigenous Choir and more to be announced. VIP tickets are now on sale and include an exclusive private VIP concert on Friday, Aug. 30, featuring performances by 5x platinum album artist Deana Carter and Austin supergroup PAACK, composed of front women from Madam Radar, Andrea Magee / Beat Root Revival, The Reverent Few and Cari Hutson & Good Company, welcome VIP cocktails, an official She Rises Festival t-shirt and swag bags, a signed poster from She Rises 2024 artists, early entry to the festival, and more. VIP tickets can be purchased here. General Admission Presale is available now and tickets can be purchased here. General admission pricing will increase on June 1. For more information about She Rises Festival, see here.
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.
Publisher’s Note: The Father of the Taos Art Colony
Joseph Henry Sharp [1859 – 1953] was one of the most accomplished artists of the 1900s. As a painter, he was an adventurer and storyteller who helped shape the image of the American West. Often referred to as “the father of the Taos Art Colony,” he influenced the genre...
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...
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.”
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.
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...
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.
Remembering Amber Archuleta
The eighth-grade class at Questa Junior Senior High School paid tribute to their classmate, Amber Archuleta, on what would have been her 14th birthday. The class, along with their teacher Mr. Spencer Wornock, principal Mrs. Kimber MacDonald, and several other staff members, planted a lilac bush and a dahlia on school grounds on April 17, 2024.
Mattress Mary sells Alamosa Business to Locals
Mary Domito, known as “Mattress Mary” of Taos Lifestyle Furnishings has sold her Alamosa-based store, Alamosa Home, to locals Hunter Jack and Erin Keck. Domito recently expanded her Taos Lifestyle operation and moved into a 24,000-foot space in Taos, New Mexico, and commented on the sale. “I started and branded Alamosa Home after discovering the vibrant town of Alamosa and its surrounding communities. It’s been a wonderful nine years but my future lies in Taos. The store is deserving of local stewards who can take it to the next level.
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.
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.
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