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CCSD Preschool receives perfect score in health inspection

Center Consolidated School District’s Preschool received a perfect score during a health inspection. Pictured here are the preschool staff.

CENTER – Janet Sanchez, director of the Center Consolidated School District's Preschool, was all smiles and excited to talk about the award that they received from Environmental Health Program Manager and Inspector Gary Bruder.

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Sutherland Company Ranch: Conserving a legacy in the San Luis Valley

DEL NORTE — The Rio Grande Headwaters Land Trust (RiGHT) proudly announces the successful conservation of the historic Sutherland Company Ranch, marking our 60th conservation easement and a major milestone of over 35,000 acres conserved across the San Luis Valley.

Great Sand Dunes bird count shows diversity

GREAT SAND DUNES NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE — The results of the annual Christmas Bird Count have been compiled, showing a remarkable diversity of species for winter and an unexpected abundance of some species.

Two Adams State scholarships named in honor of graduate, Amalia Dorion

ALAMOSA – A collegiate distance runner, artist, and social media influencer, Amalia Dorion inspires entire communities. She earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with an emphasis in painting from Adams State University in the spring of 2024.

Alamosa/Great Sand Dunes KOA earns Award for Excellence

BILLINGS, MONT. — Kampgrounds of America, Inc. (KOA), the largest system of privately owned campgrounds in the world, is proud to announce that Alamosa/Great Sand Dunes KOA Journey has been recognized with the prestigious KOA ICON Award. This recognition highlights campgrounds that demonstrate exceptional operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and a commitment to the KOA brand.

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From left to right are Commissioner Arlan VanRy, employees, Shelly Rodman, Veronica Knecht, and Elizabeth Sumner, Commissioner Lori Laske, and Commissioner Vern Heersink.

Alamosa County celebrates dedicated employees

In recognition of employees who go above and beyond their expected job duties, Alamosa County presented its 2025 Employee of the Quarter winners at the January 22 meeting of the Alamosa County …

Rep. Matt Martinez (right) and former Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar (left) spoke from the first floor of the state Capitol about legislation impacting the San Luis Valley.

Lawmakers take a stand for land and people

ALAMOSA – A bi-partisan coalition of lawmakers along with former Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar held a press conference on the first floor of the state Capitol Friday morning, Jan. 24, where they expressed their strong support for a bill that empowers local government by strengthening laws governing fence construction in the San Luis Valley.

Corral expected to plead not guilty

ALAMOSA — Henry Corral, 44, appeared in court this week in connection to his alleged involvement in the murder of two men – Aurelio Piña, 61, and his son Gabriel Piña, 37 - and attempted murder of a third – Manuel Flores, 43 - at the Sunset Inn in Alamosa during the early morning hours of June 23, 2024.

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My wife broke her tailbone

First of all, let's stop the rumors before they get started. No, me and Miss Trixie are not married. And no, I am not married to someone else. And it’s not Trixie with the broken coccyx (pronounced cock-seek) so you all can rest easy and she can sit without pain. If you hang with me on here, though, Ol’ Dutch will spin you a yarn worthy of even the most sour puss amongst you.

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Classifieds for week of Jan. 22

01 Tickets 02 Card of Thanks 03 Memorials 04 Lost & Found 05 Notices For information on meetings for ALANON NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS …

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Alamosa wrestlers defeat Monte Vista in final match of the night

Alamosa High School’s Uriah Martine (back) takes down Monte Vista’s Elijah Baumgardner in Thursday’s dual meet at the MVHS gym. Martinez won the match by a 7-1 decision, and the Mean Moose defeated the Pirates 42-34.

MONTE VISTA – It all came down to the final match when the Monte Vista High School wrestling team, ranked seventh in Class 2A, hosted Alamosa, ranked second in 3A, Thursday at the MVHS gym. …

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Alamosa girl wrestlers edge Monte Vista

MONTE VISTA – The 10th-ranked Alamosa High School girls wrestling team defeated Monte Vista 30-24 Thursday at the MVHS gym. “I was happy to see that they wrestled well,” said …

Mean Moose back at second in On the Mat rankings

ALAMOSA – Tim Yount released his sixth On the Mat rankings of the season on Thursday with several local competitors being recognized. Class 3A Alamosa returned to the No. 2 position …

Both sides make 10 3-pointers as Mean Moose lose to Taos

ALAMOSA – Both teams were shooting a lot from beyond the arc when the Alamosa High School boys basketball team hosted Taos (N.M.) Tuesday at the AHS gym. Both made 10 3-point baskets. …

Obituaries

Mary Patricia Karr

Mary Patricia Karr, 76, of Creede, Colo., passed away in peace on Dec. 16, 2024. Mary was born April 27, 1948, in Milwaukee, Wis., the daughter of John E. Crowley, Sr. and Delores "Pat" Patricia Conley.

Robin Medina

Robin Medina passed away Dec. 14, 2024, at the age of 58, at Parkview Medical Center, in Pueblo, Colo.

Joseph ‘Joey’ Michael Salazar

It is with great sorrow the we share the news that our beloved dad, grandfather, son and brother Joseph “Joey” Michael Salazar, 70 of Albuquerque, NM has passed away after a short and difficult battle with cancer.

Wilma Jean Flaspohler

Wilma Jean Flaspohler, beloved wife, mother, and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on Dec. 21, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on Oct. 7, 1935, in Vinita, Okla., Wilma's warm spirit and gentle nature touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Mary Ann (Tootie) Mickelsen

Mary Ann Mickelsen passed away Nov. 22, 2024, in Alamosa, Colo., at the age of 91. She was born on March 25, 1933, in Lamar, Colo., to Mable (Ramsdale) and Charles Grett.

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Solar energy innovations consumers will love from CES 2025

(BPT) - Eager to discover the latest and greatest technology? If so, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the highlight of the year, and the 2025 offerings were bolder than ever. Consumers seeking …

5 Ways to Stick to Your 2025 Healthy Commitments

(BPT) - Research shows that by the start of February, up to 94% of people abandon the New Year's resolutions they made. In fact, two separate dates have been coined "Quitter's Day" and "Ditch Your …

Agriculture secretary oversees food production, rural life, and nutrition programs that help millions afford healthy diets

The USDA oversees food production and much more. However, it has little direct power to reduce food prices – a centerpiece of President Trump’s campaign.