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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Period Pod Unveiled at NNMC

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Free Flow NM and Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) unveiled a new Period Pod Wednesday at the Ben Lujan Library, 921 N Paseo De Oñate.This new Period Pod offers 24/7 access to menstrual products for NNMC...

Fiesta Del Valle de Española Corporation Disbanded

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Leaders of the nonprofit that coordinated and managed the Española Fiesta voluntarily dissolved the organization, leaving the immediate future of the events unknown.Fiesta del Valle de Española Corp. made the announcement on Facebook Oct. 15.“The Española...

School Employee Charged With Embezzlement

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New Mexico State Police officers have charged one Mesa Vista Consolidated Schools employee with embezzlement between $2,500 and $20,000, for the alleged fraudulent purchase of $3,416 of diesel, following a fuel card audit.David Martinez, 38, of...

Passed Out, Then Picked Up

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A man who was passed out in his vehicle ended up in jail on an outstanding warrant after an Española City Police officer found him, then picked up an additional charge.Officer J. Quintana was on patrol...
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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...

Accountability and Fair Pay Are Not Competing Values

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I have spent much of my career studying state legislatures: how they work, who serves in them, and how the rules governing legislative service shape representation.That research is one reason I support Constitutional Amendment 4, which...

Obituaries

Alex Carrillo

Obituaries
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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Charges Against Former Fiesta Council VP Dropped

City
Prosecutors dismissed charges Oct. 5 against ousted Española Valley Fiesta Council vice president Adam Enciñas.The Fiesta Council voted Sept. 20 to remove Enciñas from...

Win and Milestone Victory are This Week’s Highlights

Sports
A big cross country win and a milestone victory on the pitch mark the highlights for the week for the fall sports teams. Cross...

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

Columnists
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...

Period Pod Unveiled at NNMC

Education
Free Flow NM and Northern New Mexico College (NNMC) unveiled a new Period Pod Wednesday at the Ben Lujan Library, 921 N Paseo De...

Fiesta Del Valle de Española Corporation Disbanded

City
Leaders of the nonprofit that coordinated and managed the Española Fiesta voluntarily dissolved the organization, leaving the immediate future of the events unknown.Fiesta del...

Passed Out, Then Picked Up

Cops Courts
A man who was passed out in his vehicle ended up in jail on an outstanding warrant after an Española City Police officer found...

School Employee Charged With Embezzlement

Cops Courts
New Mexico State Police officers have charged one Mesa Vista Consolidated Schools employee with embezzlement between $2,500 and $20,000, for the alleged fraudulent purchase...

Northern Briefs

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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...

Chimayó Man Wanted on Warrant

Cops Courts
A Chimayó man, who pleaded down a child rape case to aggravated battery, is wanted on a warrant for a probation violation, 10 days...

Haaland and Too Many Dems are Beholden to Trial Lawyers

Columnists
Rep. Marian Matthews, a champion of medical malpractice reform and healthcare compacts, has been a thorn in the side of trial lawyers. So they...

Loss Should Give McCurdy Motivation

Sports
The showcase event this week turned into something of a dud as the McCurdy volleyball team did fairly well in its first meeting of...

Football is a Family Affair

Sports
A quick peek down the Española Valley football roster shows there are a few Trujillos on the list. Well more than a few. More...
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