For generations, La Jara residents have gathered each summer to celebrate the town's history, and enjoy a day dedicated to hometown pride. On Saturday, July 26, that tradition continues as La Jara Glory Days returns with a full schedule of family activities, live music, a community breakfast, parade, car show and opportunities for neighbors and visitors alike to reconnect. 

mmccolm@valleypublishinginc.com  MANASSA - One of the San Luis Valley's longest-standing summer traditions returns Thursday, July 16, through Saturday, July 18, as Manassa Pioneer Days …

 As the crowd watched in silence, two small children led by their parents walked out into the Ski-Hi Stampede arena on Saturday night to be presented with belt buckles and cowboy hats, but it was their bravery and resilience that took center stage.  

The New Mexico stars were shining bright over Center on Saturday, July 4, as Casa Blanca Park hosted an Independence Day celebration that drew residents and visitors from across the San Luis Valley. 

For Jarod Johnson, founder of Snakeman Reptiles and Arachnids, a lifelong fascination with misunderstood creatures has transformed into a community-wide educational mission.

History has a way of shaping the future, and this weekend the Saguache County Museum is inviting the public to take a closer look at one of the cornerstones of American democracy through the lens of Colorado's past. 

The San Luis Valley Remembrance Walk will take place on Friday, June 26, at Blanca Vista Park in Alamosa. Check-in begins at 9:30 a.m., with the walk starting at 10 a.m. The event is free and open to the public.

 For approximately 12 youth gathered at the Ski-Hi Stampede Grounds, on Saturday June 13 beginning at 1 p.m., a day spent learning about horses became much more than a riding lesson. For some, it was their first experience with horses. For one young boy, it meant overcoming fear and finding the confidence to climb into the saddle for the very first time.

LA JARA — Attention, Centauri alumni. The Centauri Class Reunion for 1965-70 is coming up; all classes are invited to attend. The event is set for Thursday, July 16, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Cattails …

LA JARA — Packed to near-capacity, the Centauri High School gymnasium erupted in cheers on Saturday morning, May 23, as 85 graduating seniors walked across the stage to receive their diplomas. 

Residents of the San Luis Valley are invited to grab their sombreros and maracas for the 2026 Cinco de Mayo festival, returning to Monte Vista on Saturday, May 2. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and features a classic car show, food trucks, local vendors, and live music from Colorado and New Mexico artists.

The Sargent School District is celebrating a season of remarkable accomplishments for both students and staff, while also preparing for major financial challenges in the years ahead. 

The Valley Courier and San Luis Valley Journal today announced they are combining operations to create a single newspaper with stories from all 6 counties, including some stories we haven't covered outside of Alamosa before. 

Oklahoma City–based jamgrass band The Steppers will be performing at Trade & Post in Del Norte on April 11.

SANFORD- “The outstanding staff at Sanford Schools did their best to hide the secret from Kristie Duran. The students and staff were called into the auxiliary gym Tuesday for an after-lunch …

About 100 people lined up with their children on the big lawn at the Center Consolidated School District campus for a giant Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, hosted by many wonderful organizations. This was one of many Easter egg hunts held in the Valley. 

Local radio station KRZA will be hosting its Spring Fund Drive on April 1-10 with hopes of raising more money and awareness to keep the historical station on the air.  

Saint Patrick’s Day is here, and the first-grade classrooms at Center Consolidated School District, were all asked the same question, “How do you catch a Leprechaun.”  On Thursday, March 12, Center Consolidated School District had a mini open house for the first graders, from 2 to 3 p.m., so that students could show off their Leprechaun Traps, and how they planned to catch a Leprechaun for Saint Patrick’s Day.  

RIO GRANDE COUNTY – For the past two meetings, Rio Grande County Commissioners have had discussions considering changing the Rio Grande County Clerk office hours back to Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Ent Credit Union is accepting applications for their 2026 YES Grants, supporting Colorado nonprofits serving children and youth.