For so many of us, the Christmas season brings back many memories, often taking us back to simpler times as a child.
On Friday, November 15, I had the honor of representing the Questa del Rio News as a panelist at the New Mexico
Aria Duran is ten years old and is in fifth grade at Alta Vista Elementary School in Questa. She lives with her
The Village Stop & Go has been a town staple, and according to current business owner Berna Trujillo, the business has been
Questa’s longtime dentist, Dr. Keith D. Jameson, has decided to retire at the end of 2024, after serving the northern New Mexico
The Sangre de Cristo Market in Questa has been open and operating under owner Dominick Apodaca, grandson of the original owners, Gomersindo
The Town of Red River received it’s first-ever ‘Judges’ Choice Award’ at the 2024 New Mexico Top Hospitality & Tourism Award Ceremony
New Mexico’s commercial real estate market offers a unique blend of opportunities, driven by the state’s diverse economy, growing industries, and distinctive
According to a press release, the Red River Brewery & Distillery has earned a spot on the USA TODAY “10 Best” list
The historic St. James Hotel in Cimarron, New Mexico, opened in 1872 and has hosted numerous Wild West legends including Jesse James,
Things are crazy—we get it. It’s the holiday season. You’ve got to feed and occupy your family. People are traveling. Kids are
By Alexandra Goldman,Most of the Questa community thinks it is difficult to find safe and affordable housing in Questa, according to a
Questa’s North Central Food Pantry is constantly working to ensure local northern Taos County residents have access to basic food necessities. President
Across the country, VFWs are feeling the impact of member attrition. Many veterans of foreign wars are passing away. In May of
The Village of Questa is calling on all full-time residents to participate in an important income survey that will help secure funding
New Mexico stands at a crossroads. As the state grapples with economic challenges and seeks to diversify its revenue streams, it must
Over the past 19 months, faithful parishioners from the five Catholic Churches in northern Taos County have worked together to fundraise and
By LORA ARCINIEGAThe tradition of Las Posadas has been occurring in New Mexico for many years. It’s a time of preparation and
TAOS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY Perhaps the most tumultuous era in northern New Mexico history was the territorial period. This was a time
The Questa Ladycats broke many records this year, ending the regular season with 21 wins and 2 sole losses. They ended district
Teaching may be one of the oldest professions in the world. It’s defined as the practice of transmitting skills and knowledge to
Being raised in a community where your history connects to every part of your present, it is difficult to find the courage
L to R: Lynnae Rael, Issac Ortega, and Jocelyne Ortega stand proudly after completing their 100-mile pilgrimage in the summer of 2024
¡Es hora de alumbrar el árbol de Navidad! And not just our Christmas trees, it’s time for all the candles and farolitos
Upcoming Library Family EventsFriday, December 6Free “Art Kits for Kids”pickup: 12 – 5 p.m.Holiday Maker Space:1 – 3 p.m.Friday, December 13Steam Ornaments
The Questa Public Library is proud to present David Zimmerman’s photography display entitled “A Life Lived with Intention, Creativity, and Love.” This
In early October, I received the following message from Rio Grande Basin Native Fish Supervisor Bryan Bakevich, from the New Mexico Department
If you have a 2023-24 fishing license, it’s no longer valid. A 2024-25 fishing license is now required. Purchasing a license is
Each summer, flocks of Dark-eyed Juncos make their way to northern reaches of Canada in search of a mate. Then, as temperatures
The U.S. Forest Service has had a busy fall, managing multiple prescribed burns across central and northern Taos County. The cold, wet,
The NA Gift For Yourself In our journey through this labyrinth called life, we encounter any number of challenges that can catch
Joyful Holidays: Six Ways to Beat the Winter Blues The nights are long and dark, the sun doesn’t shine as much, money
Favorite Foods This time of year I love to eat comforting food that are warm and soothing. Ice skating and skiing and
Paint The Pig My daughter asked if she could share the following for the December paper. Not only is she the best
Happy Holidays! and for this special edition of Streaming Wars, Merry Christmas! I hope the holidays have found you in good spirits
THE FUTURE “The conquests of science, the conquests of nations, and the conquests of territory are all indicative of the Piscean method,
The holiday season in northern New Mexico is a time to celebrate family, tradition, and the rich culinary heritage that brings people
d. November 14, 2024 On November 14, 2024, Kenneth Jassmann of Questa, New Mexico, left this world to begin his new journey,
d. October 25, 2024 It is with the greatest of sorrows that we announce the passing of our mother, Gloria Vigil.Gloria was
d. October 18, 2024 Ricky Nicanor Trujillo, age 77, was born in Taos, New Mexico, and was a resident of Albuquerque, New
d. November 17, 2024 Jessica Salazar, 42, a resident of Questa, passed away unexpectedly on November 17, 2024. Jessica was truly one-of-a-kind—a