Sugar Lane murder suspect denied bail
A defense attorney assigned to represent a Taos man charged with shooting and killing another man on Sugar Lane in October did not dispute a judge's ruling Monday (Nov. 18) to deny his client bail.
New Mexico educator to stand in for Questa school board
Thomas L. Sullivan, a longtime New Mexico teacher and superintendent who has headed districts in Farmington and Moriarty, has been appointed by the New Mexico Public Education Department to serve in lieu of the recently suspended Questa school board until Jan. 1, 2020.
Monday Lowdown
Public meetings this week: Mill levy for Holy Cross, two CD3 candidates, Questa school board calls for special meeting
Monday (Nov. 18)
Tuesday (Nov. 19)
Marco Serna, one of several candidates for the Congressional District 3 Senate seat, will be at the Hotel Don Fernando to talk with voters …
Because men deserve to scratch
Taos resident Kenton Pass recently launched the first product ever designed to allow men to scratch their itch - in his terms, "the perfect scrotum scratcher, the great gonad groomer."
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Discover Taos preview: Taos Ski Valley’s patron saint of skiers
Taos is not a cookie-cutter mountain town and it’s not trying to be. We’re not meaning to be full of ourselves, but we love the quaint, casual and historic fabric of our beautiful Sangre de Cristo Mountain home in the Southern Rockies.
In the 188 - page complimentary Discover Taos winter guide - in this week's edition of the Taos News - discover the heart of Taos at this time of year and meet some of its people, like Jean Mayer:
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Trending stories
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Photo Gallery: First on the slopes
A mini slier flies down the slopes Sunday (Nov. 10) at Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort.
A snowboarder catches air off a jump Sunday (Nov. 10) at Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort.
Siblings Hero and Takara Mertes roll a snowball Sunday (Nov. 10) at Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort.
Snowboarders ride one of two open chairlifts Sunday (Nov. 10) at Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort.
Pass holders board down the mountain Sunday (Nov. 10) at Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort.
Jed Brock, of Placitas, helps his 2-year-old daughter, Amelie Brock, keep her skis straight as the pair slide down the hill Sunday (Nov. 10) at Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort.
A snowboarder slides backwards on the ice Sunday (Nov. 10) at Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort.
Skiers and snowboarded enjoy Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort, which remains the only open ski area in New Mexico.
Skiers and snowboarded enjoy Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort, which remains the only open ski area in New Mexico.
Local news
Sugar Lane murder suspect denied bail
A defense attorney assigned to represent a Taos man charged with shooting and killing another man on Sugar Lane in October did not dispute a judge's ruling Monday (Nov. 18) to deny his client bail.
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Historic Preservation meeting cancelled
The regular scheduled Taos historic Preservation Commission meeting has been canceled for this …
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Public meetings this week: Mill levy for Holy Cross, two CD3 candidates, Questa school board calls for special meeting
Monday (Nov. 18) Tuesday (Nov. 19) Marco Serna, one of several candidates for the …
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District Attorney's Office to call witnesses in Larkin murder case
The 8th Judicial District Attorney's Office filed a notice this week to call witnesses in a murder case …
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KNOW YOUR NEIGHBOR: Stephen Lieurance
Self-made man Stephen Lieurance learned much in his lifetime due to his own efforts and many interests. …
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Teen group receives hefty donation toward building renovation
The nonprofit Common Grounds recently received a generous $50,000 donation toward renovating the former …
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Alleged drug, alcohol violations investigated at NFO
Not Forgotten Outreach, a nonprofit in Taos that provides recreational and therapeutic services for local …
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Picking up trash, raising donations
A group of Taoseños calling themselves the Taos Privateers have embarked on a mission with a dual …
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A day to remember
TAOS PUEBLO - Robert Tsoodle began to choke up as he looked at his father, Wendell. Asked what …
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Peñasco robbery trio arraigned in Taos
Three men accused in an armed robbery of a Peñasco food market this week appeared for arraignments …
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Allsup’s suspect schizophrenic, but will remain in Taos jail
A Taos District Court judge denied bail on Thursday (Nov. 14) for a schizophrenic man accused of …
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Taos Feeds Taos deadline near
Every year since 1986, a slew of volunteers have turned out at the National Guard Armory to box up …
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Who will governor choose?
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham asked four counties for their pick to finish out the …
Taos Opinions
Living in a place like Taos comes with many amazing pluses to life that you cannot find in any big city. The beauty is beyond compare, …
Many of us at this point in history realize that we are at a crossroads. While some focus on President Trump specifically, I think the …
What is more important: money or the environment? It pains me to have to put glass and plastic in the trash, knowing that it will stay …
The loyalty of the Trump base would be admirable if the "mistakes" of Trump would not all pertain to matters of national security.
New Mexico's acequias are celebrating a major milestone: the 30th anniversary of the New Mexico Acequia Association.
I am a resident of Arroyo Hondo and have been a parciante for many years on the Acequia de Atalaya. I am deeply concerned about the …
Obituaries
Randall David Moore
Randall David Moore was Born in West Memphis AR, the second of four sons born of Albert and Sara Moore. He graduated from West Memphis HS in 1972. He ended up in Taos NM in 1977 and took up residence at the famed Mabel-Dodge commune where he began to pursue his lifelong passion of Silversmithing.
William C. Davis
William C. Davis The well-known fused glass artist, William C. Davis, 88, of Taos passed away on January 10, 2019 at his home in Ranchos de Taos, NM, while surrounded by his wife and children. He was born in Tacoma, Washington and grew up in California, he later moved to New Mexico in 2005.
William Francis Arko,
William Francis Arko, Age 62, of Eagle Nest passed away from a tragic accident on November 13, 2019. He is preceded in death by his son, Scott Arko, parents, Lorene and Leo Arko and sister, …
Bart Hazleton,
Bart Hazleton, GO BLUE – The University of Michigan sports lost one of its biggest fans and quite a few more trout will be spared the hook of a master angler.
Jesus Santistevan,
Jesus Santistevan, Age 37, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away on November 14, 2019. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Soveda Varos and J. Felix Santistevan; and aunt Yvonne Washington, along with many loving, caring, family members. He is survived by his children Noah Santistevan and Jacob Santistevan;
William Francis Arko,
William Francis Arko, 62, of Eagle Nest passed away from a tragic accident on November 13, 2019. He is preceded in death by his son, Scott Arko, parents, Lorene and Leo Arko and sister, Janet Arko Johnson.
Viola Romo,
Viola Romo, Age 82, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly on October 29, 2019.She is preceded in death by her parents Bonifacio and Isabel Pacheco; siblings Ramona Pacheco, Samuel Pacheco, Suzie Tighe, Manuel Pacheco, and the father of her children Carlos Romo.
Dr Kathryn Lund, Phd.
Dr Kathryn Lund, Phd. Passed away September 26th, 2019 at the age of 76, in Taos New Mexico. She was born December 25, 1942 in SanFrancisco California to Donald and Eva Hamer.
Robert M. Goodman
Robert M. Goodman, age 75, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. Please visit our online guestbook for Robert at www.FrenchFunerals.com
La Vida
Repensando el pastel de frutas
En la década de los sesenta, Johnny Carson, entonces presentador de "The Tonight Show," bromeaba: "El peor regalo de Navidad es el pastel de frutas…Solo hay un pastel de frutas en todo el mundo y la gente sigue enviándoselo, unos a otros, año tras año."
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Restoring fruitcake's glory
In the 1960s, Johnny Carson, then host of "The Tonight Show," famously joked, "The worst Christmas gift …
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Fascinating flickers abundant in Northern New Mexico
The northern flicker is the only woodpecker to regularly feed on the ground. It has a long, barbed tongue …
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Mercury to cross in front of the sun on Veterans Day
Since ancient times, planet Mercury has been shrouded in mystery primarily because it's so close to the …
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What is the difference between sadness and depression?
This column seeks to help educate our community about emotional healing through grief. People may …
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How the seasons impact your emotional stability
This column seeks to help educate our community about emotional healing through grief. People may …
Tempo Arts & Entertainment
The new car racing film "Ford v Ferrari" by James Mangold is a well-designed bit of semi-macho fluff based upon a real life rivalry …
"So, my listening platform according to the algorithm was that all my listeners listen to rap music and, as I evolved as a songwriter …
Skiers and snowboarders were treated to a crisp, bluebird day at Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort Sunday (Nov. 10), as they took to the …
Alex Murzyn is coming to town and he might as well be the Big Bad Wolf. This talented sax player is set for some serious huffing and …
"Acoustic Americana, folk expressions and personal revelations sprung from the backfields of Illinois" is the latest self-described …
"Nothing in this world such a pure delight, as a fais do-do on a Saturday night," sang the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band in their 1975 …
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Sports
Sidelines
The Taos Winter Sports Team will be hosting its annual Ski Swap on Saturday-Sunday (Nov. 16-17) at the Sagebrush Inn, 1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos. The swap starts at 10 a.m. on both days. If you're interested in selling snow sports equipment, you can drop it off on Friday (Nov. 15) between noon and 6 p.m.
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Sports Roundup
After reeling off an important win over Valley in the first round of the state soccer tournament, the …
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Snag a tiger muskie using a yellow lure with red diamonds
This fishing report, provided by Dustin Berg and Go Unlimited (supporting disabled anglers) and the …
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Peñasco Lady Panthers win district title
The Peñasco Lady Panthers are district champions. After defeating Escalante in their first matchup of …
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Checking out Taos ice hockey
On Saturday (Nov. 9), boys and girls of all ages got onto the ice for the Try Hockey for Free event …
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Giving it their all
By Matthew Narvaizsports@taosnews.comThe Taos cross-country team traveled to Río Rancho High School on …
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Peñasco wins district meet, competes at state
The Peñasco Panthers cross-country team recently won the District 5-A/2A meet in Mora a little …
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Tigers fall to Silver in state playoffs
The defending Class 4A state champion Taos Tigers fought all the way until the end. Down 26-17, …
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Tigers make late rally, but Silver takes first round of Class 4A state playoffs
The No. 7 Taos Tigers found themselves down 14 points at halftime to No. 10 Silver. But the …
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Soccer: Taos falls in quarterfinals to St. Pius X
The No. 6 Taos Tigers got off to a good start in the state soccer tournament, as they defeated No. …
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Taos earns hard-fought victory over Valley in first round of state soccer tournament
It wasn't an easy game by any means. The Valley High School Vikings had the speed, the soccer IQ …
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