Fiesta Council’s Finances Remain a Mystery

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The charitable organization that puts on the annual Fiesta del Valle de Española receives governmental funds and in-kind support, but financial records of the...

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Man Accused of Driving Through Crash Scene

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An Española man is facing a felony charge of child abuse after he allegedly barreled through a vehicle crash scene, hitting a police car, while his infant child crawled around on the passenger floorboard.Española City Police...

Los Alamos Man’s Sentence Suspended

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A Los Alamos man who kicked and punched Española police officers after an April 3 drunk driving arrest and was then held without bail as a danger to the community, received a suspended seven-and-a-half year sentence.David...

Pets of the Week

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Domino is only 3 months old and already a tiny legend at Española Humane. He arrived with a whole litter of homeless babies, but this little gentleman had a problem of his own: one ear was...

Police Blotter: New Neighbors Threaten Woman Who Greeted Them

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The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration of what local law enforcement, funded by taxpayers, must deal with daily...
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Get The Information You Need to Vote on Judges Standing for Retention

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A 2024 survey by the Pew Charitable Trusts found that about 35 percent of adults report they or someone in their household has been part of a legal case in a local or state court.That means...

Support N.M.’s Public Colleges, Universities and a Specialty School

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In 2026, earning a certificate, two-year or four-year college degree is not a luxury — it’s an economic necessity. General Obligation Bond 3 will help many New Mexico students achieve their dreams, provide for their future...

Haaland and Too Many Dems are Beholden to Trial Lawyers

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Rep. Marian Matthews, a champion of medical malpractice reform and healthcare compacts, has been a thorn in the side of trial lawyers. So they got rid of her in the Democratic primary.Lisa Curtis, queen of trial...

Obituaries

Alex Carrillo

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Alex Carrillo entered his eternal home into the arms of his savior, Jesus Christ, on September 24, 2026, and to celebrate his son’s birthday. Born in Carrizo Springs, Texas, on February 17, 1954, to Uvaldo and...

Lorence Martinez

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Lorence Martinez, age 92, of Petaca, NM, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026. She was born on May 17, 1934, to Eugenio and Fedelina Martinez.  She lived and spent most of her life in Petaca, NM,...

George F. Morse

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George Fischer Morse July 30, 1947 – September 19, 2026 A very unique person was the first-born son of William Morse and Thedora Doris Pulone. They named him George Fischer, a name chosen from the paternal side of...

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Blueberries, Cake and Goat Cheese — Oh My!

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Every year, my partner and I host a seafood boil: Lobsters, stone crabs, mussels, clams (when the price is right) potatoes and butter. Sticks...

Get The Information You Need to Vote on Judges Standing for Retention

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A 2024 survey by the Pew Charitable Trusts found that about 35 percent of adults report they or someone in their household has been...

Northern Briefs 10/22/26

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Items for Northern Briefs may be submitted by sending them to jgarcia@riograndesun.com Submissions must be received no later than noon Monday for publication...

Board Puts Mesa Vista Superintendent on Leave

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The Mesa Vista Consolidated Schools Board of Education voted 4-1 Sunday night, during a special meeting, to place interim superintendent Dr. Esmeralda Valdez on...

Montoya’s Goal: Win the Conference Championship

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Year one under coach Mandy Montoya was a success as the Northern New Mexico College women’s team reached the finals of the California Pacific...

Man Accused of Driving Through Crash Scene

Cops Courts
An Española man is facing a felony charge of child abuse after he allegedly barreled through a vehicle crash scene, hitting a police car,...

Los Alamos Man’s Sentence Suspended

Cops Courts
A Los Alamos man who kicked and punched Española police officers after an April 3 drunk driving arrest and was then held without bail...

Some Teams Looking Forward to Playoffs

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It’s that time of year where the haves are starting to look forward to the playoffs and the have nots are trying to figure...

Pets of the Week

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Domino is only 3 months old and already a tiny legend at Española Humane. He arrived with a whole litter of homeless babies, but...

Tough Week for Prep Football

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In a light week with just three local prep football teams playing, things did not go well, expect for Pojoaque Valley, which came up...

Police Blotter: New Neighbors Threaten Woman Who Greeted Them

Cops Courts
The police blotter is published to give readers an abridged look at criminal activity in their community and neighborhood. It is simply an illustration...

SUN Brings Home 7 Awards

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The Rio Grande SUN brought home seven awards over the weekend during the New Mexico Press Association Foundation’s Better Newspaper Awards Gala.The event, Oct....
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