Acting Questa school board upholds firing of former teacher and coach
The acting Questa school board voted Monday (Dec. 2) to uphold the discharge of Paul Passino, 49, a former Questa High School teacher and athletic coach who was terminated in September by former Superintendent Michael Lovato.
Bakers vie for Taos biscochito title
It's that delicious time of year, when a group of hard-core Taos bakers gather for one of the most competitive events in the region - the annual biscochito contest at Taos Herb Company.
Snowstorms provide strong start to season
A few more inches of powder were expected Wednesday night (Dec. 4) as another storm rolls into north central New Mexico, according to a forecast by the National Weather Service in Albuquerque. A weather advisory is in effect for the region until 6 p.m. Thursday (Dec. 5). West winds are expected to drive down temperature, impact visibility on roads and make for slick conditions for drivers.
Here's how to help Taos Feeds Taos
The big push to collect nonperishable food items for Taos Feeds Taos is underway. Volunteers with Taos Feeds Taos collect, box and deliver food to 1,200 families during mid-December.
Give: Holiday giving, local shopping
Looking for that unique, artsy gift? Something on a budget? Something sparkly?
Here are some shopping ideas, all available right here in Taos.
Winter 2020 Dining Out Guide publishes this week
Taos is a culinary destination and the dining scene seems to change with every season.
Benefit powwow offers thanks to all
Kiana Bozzuto poses for a photo during the 34th annual Thanksgiving Powwow, Thursday (Nov. 28) at the Taos Pueblo Community Center. The powwow was a benefit for the Taos Day School and Headstart.
Thomas Levi Concha and Mason Meyers stood still long enough for a photo during the 2019 Taos Day School Thanksgiving Powwow, Thursday (Nov. 28) at the Taos Pueblo Community Center.
For one youngster maybe Hail Creek's drumming was a little loud during the 34th annual Thanksgiving Powwow, Thursday (Nov. 28) at the Taos Pueblo Community Center.
Ashkia Trujillo of Ohkay Owiingeh Pueblo poses for a photo during a break in the dancing at the 34th annual Thanksgiving Powwow at the Taos Pueblo Community Center, Thursday (Nov. 28).
Dancers of all ages dance at the 34th annual Taos Day School Thanksgiving Powwow, Thursday (Nov. 28) at the Taos Pueblo Community Center.
Ashkia Trujillo, left, dances at the 2019 Thanksgiving Powwow, Thursday (Nov. 28) at the Taos Pueblo Community Center.
Taos Day School and Headstart students join in the Grand Entry during the 34th annual Thanksgiving Powwow, Thursday (Nov. 28) at the Taos Pueblo Community Center.
The guys in Hail Creek, head drum group at the powwow, take a break.
Taos Day School Parent-Teacher Organization President Kimberly Marcus says, "If you don't know anything about the powwow, come see me. I'll talk your ear off." Marcus was speaking to the audience at the 2019 Thanksgiving Powwow, Thursday (Nov. 28) at the Taos Pueblo Community Center.
Pat Romero, center, and Daniel Escalante, right, give a contribution during a blanket dance at the 34th annual Thanksgiving Powwow, Thursday (Nov. 28) at the Taos Pueblo Community Center. Romero, of the popular 'Moccassin Wire' radio show on KTAO-FM 101.9, was emcee for the powwow.
Local news
Casetta holds Indian Hills renaming party
Would you change the name of the Indian Hills Inn in Taos? New owners Casetta Group have announced a party for Taos community members to share in the opportunity to rename the property of the Indian Hills Inn, a dilapidated downtown hotel.
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Bakers vie for Taos biscochito title
It's that delicious time of year, when a group of hard-core Taos bakers gather for one of the most …
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Here's how to help Taos Feeds Taos
The big push to collect nonperishable food items for Taos Feeds Taos is underway. Volunteers with Taos …
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Snowstorms provide strong start to season
A few more inches of powder were expected Wednesday night (Dec. 4) as another storm rolls into north …
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Town of Taos welcomes Yuletide
Tis’ the season and the town of Taos is ready to welcome in the holidays with the annual Yuletide tree …
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Acting Questa school board upholds firing of former teacher and coach
The acting Questa school board voted Monday (Dec. 2) to uphold the discharge of Paul Passino, 49, a …
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Kitchen fire erupts at Taos residence
Residents on Maria Lane in Taos crowded around a neighbor's house as firefighters fought to control …
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Enchantment Delivered: U.S. Capitol Tree to be lit Wednesday
After a 2,000 mile trek from the Questa Ranger District of the Carson National Forest to the west …
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Planning and zoning hears subdivision presentation
A 15-acre subdivision could be the newest housing development in the town of Taos. The town's …
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Storms dump several inches of snow in Northern NM mountains
The 2019-2020 ski season in Northern New Mexico opened with a bang as storms dumped more than ten …
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Downed electrical pole at Overland Sheepskin Company causes power outage
Update, 3:00 p.m.: Richard Martinez, an engineer with Kit Carson Electric Cooperative, confirmed …
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Photo Gallery: Thanksgiving in Taos
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Photo Gallery: Taos Ski Valley officially opens
Taos Opinions
The shopping ... er … Christmas season ... is here.
It is loads of fun to pick out special gifts for loved ones in anticipation …
A few years ago, I moved out West for the same reasons many young people are doing so these days - I was in awe of the mountains, and …
Many cultures around the world celebrate and give thanks during the autumn harvests. While the history of the official Thanksgiving …
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Many of the people I know have not spent the hours I have in the last two weeks listening to the impeachment hearings. But I have been …
Unlike many other nonprofits, we aren't able to rely on large endowments or grants when our community fundraising isn't enough to pay …
On Nov. 5, I headed to the courthouse around 4 p.m. to vote. The clerk explained there was no voting at the courthouse, only local …
Access to a legal medical procedure - abortion - is significantly unavailable in New Mexico's rural areas. This is unconstitutional …
New Mexico has lost a unique public servant in the recent passing of Senator Carlos Cisneros.
Obituaries
Ernest A. Martinez
Age 85, of Questa, New Mexico, passed away on November 24, 2019. Ernest is preceded in death by his parents Eliz and Candido Martinez and stepfather Fred Martinez, along with his brothers Modesto Martinez and Joseph Martinez, sisters Stella Martinez (Barela) and Victoria Martinez (Rodriguez).
Dolores M. Trujillo
Dolores M. Trujillo, Age 98, of Ranchos de Taos passed away on November 25, 2019. She is preceded in death by her husband, Eliud J. Trujillo, parents, Eseqiuel and Siria Martinez, daughters, Nora …
Elisa Quintana Romero,
Elisa Quintana Romero, Our beloved Elisa Quintana Romero, 97, born July 1922, a lifelong resident of Arroyo Seco, passed away peacefully of natural causes on November 29, 2019. Elisa was predeceased by her parents, Jose Maria Quintana and Alicia Torres Quintana, and four siblings, Pablo Quintana, Feloniz Homdus, Azucena Feliz, and Amada Quintana.
Cathy Amador
Cathy Amador Age 65, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on November 19, 2019. She is preceded in death by her father Eloy Valerio. Cathy was a devoted family woman, raised by her parents with strong Christian values. She was a school bus driver for over 20 years, the children’s safety was her priority.
Kayla Monique Valerio-Romo,
Kayla Monique Valerio-Romo, Age 24, a resident of Ranchos de Taos, passed away unexpectedly on November 18, 2019. She is preceded in death by her uncle Anthony Romo; uncle Ivan Valerio (Wedo); great-grandmother Augustina Valerio;
Audrey B. Abeyta,
Audrey B. Abeyta, Age 51, a resident of Taos, passed away after a short battle with cancer on November 19, 2019. She is preceded in death by her mother Dorothy Gutierrez; maternal grandmother Alice Vigil; grandfather Cesario Vigil; paternal grandfather Edwardo Gutierrez; paternal grandmother Teresina Gutierrez; father-in-law Flavio Abeyta;
John Squier (Jack) Crellin
John Squier (Jack) Crellin, A 12 year resident of Perkins, Ok passed away November 17, 2019 at his home. Services will be November 22, 2019 at (Time and date) at Dighton Marler Funeral Home, 5106 N Washington Stillwater, OK 74075, with Pastor Paul Dawson officiating. Dighton Marler Funeral Home of Stillwater is in charge of arrangements. He was born June 27, 1928 in Coleridge,
La Vida
Speedy Abert's squirrels build treetop nests
Abert's squirrel (Sciurus aberti), also called the tassel-eared squirrel, inhabits dry ponderosa pine forests of New Mexico and extends up into Colorado, Utah and northern Arizona. There are four separate populations of Abert's squirrels across their range, all occurring in areas where ponderosa pine forests are present.
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Grace in the air
There's something celestial about the Taos Aerial Gym. On a recent afternoon, the high-ceilinged space …
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Holidays - the emotional roller coaster
Dear Dr. Ted: 'Tis the season to be jolly has hit me like a fist in my belly. Why is it that I'm …
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briefs
Enroll now for health insurance Taos County residents and all New Mexicans have until Dec. 15 to sign …
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Let's talk turkey
Countdown to Turkey Day has begun. A turkey is one of the most common main courses for many holiday …
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Pumpkin Cheesecake: An easy alternative to pie
For some people, Thanksgiving would not be complete without at least one kind of pie -- pumpkin. While …
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A few side dishes to expand the meal
Tradition is the foundation of Thanksgiving dinner. A savory turkey surrounded by tasty side dishes …
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How to geek out on Beaujolais
Recently, I've had several conversations with other wine professionals in town about Beaujolais. And …
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Repensando el pastel de frutas
En la década de los sesenta, Johnny Carson, entonces presentador de "The Tonight Show," bromeaba: "El …
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Restoring fruitcake's glory
In the 1960s, Johnny Carson, then host of "The Tonight Show," famously joked, "The worst Christmas …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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Ponies help Enos students thrive
The shiny blue pickup drives into the Enos Garcia Elementary School parking lot pulling a large red …
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Think beyond rosé for wines from Provence
Think of Provence, and you probably think of lavender fields, ample sunshine, charming villages and …
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Day of the Dead: the richness of the ritual
Day of the Dead evokes images of loved ones, wax-dripping candles and tantalizing smells coming …
Tempo Arts & Entertainment
Creativity craves change, movement, unknowns, surprise, wonder - all elements fiber artist Faith Welsh can't get enough of."I'm …
In the wide open spaces of Jaroso, Colorado, there stands an old adobe building. Originally built as a Catholic church, it was …
Taos artists Abby Salsbury and Dean Pulver celebrate recent renovations to their passive solar studios and Taos Mesa Arts - an arts …
The cedar chests, the cabinets and the benches of Costilla furniture maker David Satrun present a quality and a durability that …
It's hard to believe we're smack in the middle of the 2019 holiday season, but here we are. The last 12 months have flown by fast and …
In considering the many December festivities throughout town, Lighting Ledoux is one of the most anticipated and, well, enchanting ...
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Sports
Defense, defense, defense
Nothing easy on the defensive end. This is the mantra of this Taos Tigers basketball team, according to head coach Hernando Chavez, who is in his third season leading the program.
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Taos hockey JV team looks to improve ice skills
Taos hockey doesn't have a varsity team this season. But they do have an 18U midget team, which is for …
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Young team, big hopes
Taos swimming's season is in full swing. With the first swimming meet of the season starting on …
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Sports Roundup
The Taos middle school classic dance team headed down south to participate in the Cleveland Challenge …
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Finally here
Thanksgiving day? Try Opening Day. Taos Ski Valley will open up its trails to skiers and snowboarders …
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'Different energy'
The Taos Lady Tigers are looking to improve this season. Head coach David Sanchez said since last …
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Sports Sidelines: Open ski season
Red River Ski Area opens today The Red River ski area opened its doors today to snow sports …
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Roundup
Los Lunas, the No. 4 seed in the Class 4A state soccer tournament, added a state championship to …
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Gold, silver, pink and purple lures land big fish
This fishing report, provided by Dustin Berg and Go Unlimited (supporting disabled anglers) and the …
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Running with friends
Gilbert "Gilly" Valdez and Eddie Duran are runners, first and foremost. Sometimes they're …
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Basketball tryouts test physical, mental toughness in players
With the fall prep sports coming to an end, it is basketball that will now reign supreme in New …
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