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Kit Carson Electric Cooperative (KCEC) announced via press release that it received a $95.6 million award to fund green hydrogen in Questa.
The fall season in New Mexico is underrated. The changing of the leaves, the smell of green chile roasting outside any given
This year’s general election is on November 5, 2024. You can register to vote and update your voter registration by visiting www.sos.nm.gov.
Being a civil engineer in his hometown was something Lawrence Ortega had wanted to do ever since he was in junior high
A Facebook post shook social media with the announcement of the planned closing of the historic St. James Hotel in Cimarron on
What is compound living? And why are so many people on social media suddenly obsessed with the idea of living on a
On September 9, hungry fairgoers gathered to watch the Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge. Restaurants from across the state brought their best green
Leadership is both a talent and a skill that is developed over time. To learn leadership, you need mentors, training, and practical
Being raised in a community where your history connects to every part of your present, it is difficult to find the courage
In August, we covered the work that Native Bound Unbound (NBU) is doing to break the silence of historic captivity, documenting indigenous
What: Taos County Historical Society program “Off the Beaten Path: Discovering My Roots Via the Southwestern Indian Detours”Who: Maggie Duval, presenterWhen: Saturday,
L to R: Lynnae Rael, Issac Ortega, and Jocelyne Ortega stand proudly after completing their 100-mile pilgrimage in the summer of 2024
The Questa Achievers 4-H group, led by Denise Winslow-Lawrence has closed out another successful year, helping local area students ages 5 through
Schools across the country saw students chronically absent post-pandemic, with New Mexico one of the hardest hit. However, the state public education
The STEMarts Lab is looking for local starts in northern New Mexico to participate in the STEMarts Lab Challenge. Space technology allows
The Sights of Homecoming: A Wildcat’s Tale This year’s homecoming theme was “A Wildcat’s Tale.” It was special for the students, staff
We are excited to announce that the Ceramic Cafe is reopening after a summertime hiatus! Since the cafe’s initial opening one year
On September 7, the Questa Library held an unveiling of a new permanent display entitled “Our Historical Images,” giving local residents a
Questa’s “Dropped Stitch” knitting group brought home multiple awards in the Taos County Fair. The results are as follows: Congratulations to the
On Saturday, September 7, the Latir Volunteer Fire Department (LVFD) celebrated their 40th anniversary with a family-friendly free event that welcomed neighbors
I think one of the best parts about the beginning of fall is the weather, the smells, and the changing leaves that
Red River’s Oktoberfest, presented in partnership with Red River Brewery & Distillery, Edelweiss Condominiums, and Rio Colorado Cabins, will take place October
I have lots of memories of my grandfather taking care of his trees. He planted trees, trimmed his trees, always making sure
We’ve probably all done this as children, but I spent a decent amount of time as a young boy contemplating which would
The New Mexico Energy Policy Symposium, held on September 12 and 13 in Española, brought together state leaders, experts, and community members
The Department of Game and Fish has announced via press release that they are starting to conduct checkpoints throughout the state. The
A pair of recent studies has shed light on the complex world of avian communication, and adds further support to the argument
The Therapy Of Tears I have been exploring information on a therapy that I have been using for many, many years: the
Senior Menu (Printable) This Senior Lunch Menu applies to all Senior Centers in Taos County. Meals are cooked fresh at each location.Lunch
Don’t Worry. Be Happy. Don’t worry?!! Easy to say—hard to do.Yep! However, worry causes harmful stress, which is the number one aging
Who Are You? Halloween, one of the best fantasy days we celebrate with all ages, is here. Many folks begin making their
The Questa Public Library gets by with a LOT of help from our Friends! Established in 2011, the Friends of the Questa
Printable Version (2 page 8.5″ x 11″ letter size ) Fall Comfort Food As the fall season settles in, there’s no better
Starring: Anya Taylor Joy, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Burke Directed by: George Miller Rated R Streaming on Max First Impression: It’s a mixed
The cover story of the Questa Del Rio News’ September issue was heartbreaking: the life of a beautiful 15-year-old, full of so
d. September 3, 2024 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother Connie Leon, who at
Join our “Celebration of Life” Gathering Ronald J. Acosta, age 67, was born in Los Angeles, California, and passed away unexpectedly on
d. September 6, 2024 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa, brother,
d. August 21, 2024 Gustavo Vallejos made his journey to meet his Lord and Savior on Monday, September 2, 2024.Gus was born
d. September 15, 2024 Ronald B. Rutledge passed peacefully in his home on September 15, 2024. He is survived by his wife,
d. July 23, 2024 Sherley J. Gonzales-Ortiz passed away on July 23, 2024, in Questa, New Mexico. She was a 1977 graduate
d. August 21, 2024 Edna Mascarenas, age 73, a resident of Questa, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024.She was preceded in
SEEKING BALANCE “If you are planning for a year, sow rice; if you are planning for a decade, plant trees; if you
The Questa Ladycats are leading this 2024/2025 season, winning nearly every single game. Currently, the Ladycats hold an impressive 16-1 record, with
Valdemar DeHerrera turned 105 on October 8, 2024. He is a decorated war veteran and prisoner of war. He says there are
It’s a question we ask ourselves often: what is the power of local news? The Questa del Rio News has been providing
The Town of Red River Office of Economic Development & Tourism announced via press release that it is honored to be nominated
Located at 32 Sagebrush Road in Questa, New Mexico, is a community staple currently known as C&M Self Storage. The family-owned business
The Questa Business Bridge (QBB) at the Questa Public Library is working to make a significant impact on the local business community
Before you start house hunting, you need to know how much you can afford and what a practical fit for your budget
On October 15, the Taos County Board of Commissioners formalized several contracted services with local community partners to invest their remaining American
Each month Questa community officer Maria Gonzalez fields an array of questions from Questa residents. Some locals will ask Gonzalez about community
Taos Regional Airport is expanding its options to those who want to get out of town, on a JetSuiteX, Inc. 30-seat aircraft.
Last month, we announced that $95.6 million had been designated to Kit Carson Electric Cooperative to fund the Green Hydrogen Project. Following
On Thursday, October 17, the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office and the New Mexico Department of Justice published their updated General
Being raised in a community where your history connects to every part of your present, it is difficult to find the courage
Congratulations to Darin Padilla and Armando Segura of Questa Independent Schools, who received the Ben Lujan Facility Manager of the Year Award
In late September, Questa Independent Schools sent a letter to parents, detailing a new “No Cellphone” policy for all students, effective immediately.
L to R: Lynnae Rael, Issac Ortega, and Jocelyne Ortega stand proudly after completing their 100-mile pilgrimage in the summer of 2024
The Questa Wildcat Soccer team ended their season with a loss against the Tierra Encantada Charter School with the final score of
The Questa Wildcat Football team is headed to the State Playoffs for the first time in nearly a decade. News of making
The Questa Varsity Volleyball Team is off to a strong start for the season. So far, the team has a strong winning
KUNM More than half a million New Mexicans saw their monthly grocery budgets shrink significantly when the U.S. government cut off extra
With the changing seasons, colder weather often causes an uptick in flu and COVID-19 cases. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and
By LEAH ROMERO SOURCE NM Programs such as refundable tax credits play a major role in lifting New Mexican children out of
PBS News traveled to Questa to highlight inequity in opportunities for students to attend college. Stephanie Sy, the PBS reporter, traveled with
A mural has emerged in Costilla, causing tourists and locals alike to stop and admire the new beautiful piece of art. Costilla
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The ninth-annual Questa Art Tour this past summer was the most successful ever. Our new executive director, Sierra Hedberg, obtained increased grant
Bill Nevins and Jeannie Allen are hosting a free poetry event at SOMOS in Taos on Wednesday, October 30. According to a
It seems like just yesterday that the mountains were waking up from one of the more normal of recent winters. We had
Questa native Michael Cordova has been named New Mexico Fire Chief of the Year by the New Mexico Fire and EMS Expo
As I stood in line to vote this year, I thought about the birds migrating thousands of miles above my head. How
By: Bryce Dix, KUNM News Environmentalists are now threatening to sue the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) after significant bureaucratic delays
The Old Farmer’s Almanac has been predicting weather since 1792. Using a complex series of natural cycles data, editors have devised a
Did you notice the red and blue lights in the sky in mid-October? Your eyes were not tricking you, those were the
Senior Menu (Printable) This Senior Lunch Menu applies to all Senior Centers in Taos County. Meals are cooked fresh at each location.Lunch
The Nature of our Thinking Mind Some time ago, I was blessed with a new and incredibly beautiful way to be with
At 88, I’m still young. As a cell biologist doing research some 40 years ago, Dr. Bruce Lipton stumbled on some fascinating
The Ones Left Behind In Grief As difficult as this information is to write, it will be infinitely more difficult for some
Thanksgiving October was a busy, crazy month for me. I turned seventy, had eye surgery, and my horse got very sick (and
Printable Version (2 page 8.5″ x 11″ letter size ) Thanksgiving Flavors with a New Mexico Twist As the crisp autumn air
Starring: Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, Phyllis Smith, Louis Black, and Tony Hale Directed by: Kelsey Mann Rated PG Steaming on Disney+ First
GRAND TIMES “You never change things by fighting the existing reality. To change something, build a new model that makes the existing
d. October 19, 2024 Elsie Rael, 64, a resident of Questa, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024 at Presbyterian hospital in Albuquerque
d. September 24, 2024 Roger “PO” Archuleta passed away Tuesday September 24, 2024 at St. Vincent’s Hospital surrounded by loving family. He
d. September 28, 2024 Tina Marie Romero passed away peacefully at home on September 28, 2024, with her parents by her side.Tina
d. September 18, 2024 Lawrence Martinez, age 72, a resident of Taos, passed away unexpectedly September 18, 2024.He was preceded in death
d. October 12, 2024 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Floraida Archuleta Sanchez.Floraida was