Communities Voice Concern Over Landfill Study

The plan to develop a landfill on 31 Mile Road has been in the works since 2022, but it has recently faced backlash due...

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Española City Police officers charged an Española man with felony larceny between $500 and $2,500, after he allegedly stole a phone from a gas station clerk, who left it in an aisle while stocking.Sgt. Francisco Lovato...

A Tale of Two Fiesta Council Meetings

Members of the nonprofit that ran Española’s annual fiesta voluntarily dissolved the organization on Oct. 14, but some who were directly involved have conflicting versions of what occurred during the final meeting.Fiesta del Valle de Española...

Why Did the Woman Cross the Bridge? To Get Undressed

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...

Metal Detectors in Place at EVHS

Students at Española Valley High School are now passing through metal detectors as part of enhanced security measures implemented by Española Public Schools following reports of violence, drugs and weapons on campus. The district has also...
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The Northern Rio Arriba Electric Cooperative (NORA) has been a part of our Northern New Mexico community for nearly 80 years. Since 1948, we have been dedicated to providing courteous, reliable and affordable service to all...

El Rito Media Endorses Gregg Hull for New Mexico Governor

With New Mexico facing severe challenges in crime, education, poverty, economic freedom and healthcare, El Rito Media compares gubernatorial candidates Deb Haaland and Gregg Hull. The editorial criticizes Haaland’s progressive policies and refusal to debate, while highlighting Hull’s record as Rio Rancho mayor and proposals for tax, regulatory, education and malpractice reform before endorsing him for governor.

Editorial Endorsement: Martin Zamora for New Mexico’s 3rd Congressional District

The editorial board endorses Republican Martin Zamora for New Mexico’s 3rd Congressional District. A lifelong Clovis-area rancher, farmer and state representative since 2019, Zamora brings bipartisan experience and strong knowledge of agriculture, water and conservation. His priorities include compensating Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon fire victims, creating jobs and addressing housing and infrastructure needs tied to Los Alamos National Laboratory’s expansion.

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Hestle Davis

Hestle “Bud” Davis was born in Olustee, Oklahoma in 1931 and moved to Espanola, New Mexico in the early 1940s where he attended and graduated from McCurdy High in 1951. He joined the Navy in June...
Edna Maria Inez Garcia died peacefully on September 30, 2026, in Los Lunas, New Mexico where she lived with her daughter. She was born Edna Maria Inez Valdez, daughter of Erminia and Jose Maria Valdez, on...

Dora Cruz

In loving Memory May 9, 1950 -June 8, 2026 Dora Mae Cruz 76, was born on May 9, 1950, a lifelong resident of Ohkay Owingeh, NM.  Dora passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2026, surrounded by her 2 daughters...

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Hestle Davis

Hestle “Bud” Davis was born in Olustee, Oklahoma in 1931 and moved to Espanola, New Mexico in the early 1940s where he attended and...

Edna Mariz Inez Garcia

Edna Maria Inez Garcia died peacefully on September 30, 2026, in Los Lunas, New Mexico where she lived with her daughter. She was born...

Man Faces Felony Charge for Stolen Phone

Española City Police officers charged an Española man with felony larceny between $500 and $2,500, after he allegedly stole a phone from a gas...

Pets of the Week 10/29/26

Vinny is a big-hearted boy with a face made for smooches. At 2 years old, Vinny is a squishy-faced teddy bear, professional people lover,...

Dora Cruz

In loving Memory May 9, 1950 -June 8, 2026 Dora Mae Cruz 76, was born on May 9, 1950, a lifelong resident of Ohkay Owingeh, NM.  Dora...

A Tale of Two Fiesta Council Meetings

Members of the nonprofit that ran Española’s annual fiesta voluntarily dissolved the organization on Oct. 14, but some who were directly involved have conflicting...

Why Did the Woman Cross the Bridge? To Get Undressed

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

Northern Briefs 10/29/26

  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 that...

Elkettes Soccer Team Makes History

Just two years removed from a winless season in which the Pojoaque Valley High School girls soccer team did not score, the Elkettes are...

Preparing for a Changing Wildfire Landscape

The Northern Rio Arriba Electric Cooperative (NORA) has been a part of our Northern New Mexico community for nearly 80 years. Since 1948, we...