MONTE VISTA Following what has been a contentious few months with the old versus the new, Monte Vista City Councilor Joe Schlabach has resigned, effective immediately. In 1966, John Lennon of The Beatles was quoted in the London Evening Standard as saying, Were more popular than Jesus now, a comment that caused an angry backlash in the United States. LA JARA Investigation is continuing into the theft of an ATM machine from the Guadalupe Credit Union offices over the past weekend. During his Thursday sentencing hearing former Boulder Mayor Bob Greenlee, 78, listened as members of Pat Luceros family members talked of their irreparable loss Dec. 28, 2016 when Greenlees vehicle caused a five-car crash that took the 70-year-old womans life. When the late Heyward Reece learned his daughter Janice was planning to have a petting farm at Hillcrest Orchards, the idea didnt sit so well. Alamosa County Judge Daniel Walzl on Tuesday advised Amanda McDonald, 41, of theft and embezzlement charges against her and scheduled a preliminary hearing for later this month. You have permission to edit this article. The Board of Trustees for Adams State University will consider a resolution to declare Adams State a Sanctuary Campus. Sending fewer people to jail and making that less of an option to begin with is one of the goals for the Alamosa city council decriminalizing municipal offenses. The Alamosa County Chamber of Commerce welcomes new business Alamosa Eye Care. During the proceeding, both the prosecution and defense lawyers described the circumstances of Papini's arrest on March 3. ALAMOSA Colorados fourteeners are losing ground and its state capital is just shy of a mile high under new standards being put into play in the U.S. to measure heights, formerly referred to as elevations. Between 2016 and 2020, 7,220 DUI arrests were made in Larimer County. Mailing Address: VALLEY Applications are now being accepted for upcoming vacancies on Judicial District Nominating Commissions throughout Colorado. VALLEY The San Luis Valley concluded another year of milestones. Alamosa firefighters visit Gingerbread House. The front bumper hangs off a car after colliding with another vehicle at the intersection of West Avenue and Sixth Street at approximately 2:25 p.m. on Thursday. The Teacher Pipeline Grant Program would target vacancies in 170 school districts that account for 80% of all unfilled teaching positions in Illinois. Colorado Gov. Best trending stories from the week. ALAMOSA Members of the Alamosa County Economic Development Corporation (ACEDC) impressed on Alamosa city councilors during a work session Wednesday night the value of city support for the organization. Growing up with asthma in an underserved community in East St. Louis, Illinois, Olympic gold medalist Jackie Joyner-Kersee credits her local Boys and Girls Club for her success. ALAMOSA COUNTY Moffat resident Mitzi Hunter-Young, 50, died at the scene of a two-vehicle accident on Monday evening, August 20, about 6:20 p.m. at the intersections of Alamosa County Road 4 North and County Road 6 East. DENVER The Department of Justices announcement on Thursday of its plan to rescind the Cole Memo drew similar reactions across party lines from within Colorado, one of the states affected by the Cole Memo Colorado will uphold the will of its citizens who voted to legalize marijuana. ALAMOSA Alamosa residents are now under watering restrictions, which are voluntary at this point. Of the three candidates vying for the Alamosa School District Board of Education District 1, Dr. Thom Miller was chosen to fill the seat vacated by Charlie Sanchez. Chen tried to flee the scene, but was arrested, Chang said. David Silvas, one of the last defendants implicated in the 2016 death of Floyd Dale McBride to appear in court, waived a preliminary hearing in Alamosa County Court on Monday. The commissioners also granted Alamosa County Sheriff Robert Jackson t. Local animal lovers are leaving their paw prints on a city ordinance amendment primarily dealing with feral cats. Ellijay. After granting approval to the various requests from marijuana growers for changes to their plan or expansion of their operation, Saguache commissioners learned Tuesday during a regular meeting the excise tax is bringing in much needed revenue. Although he said the assignment was nearly offensive to him, as a result of questions raised during a recent candidate forum Alamosa City Public Works Director Pat Steenburg presented to the city council Wednesday night totals the city has spent on major projects on the north and south sides of the railroad track in recent years. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. ALAMOSA Just as the City of Alamosa acquired a disc golf course as a result of an Eagle Scout project, the city will also welcome an archery range on the Alamosa ranch, thanks to another Eagle Scout project. ANTONITO The Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad has received a $20,000 grant for its Engine 168 Project from the Narrow Gauge Preservation Foundation. SAN LUIS Celebrated at the end of July each year to honor patron saints, the Santa Ana y Santiago Fiesta welcomes residents and visitors this weekend to the town of San Luis. During Wednesdays Alamosa city council meeting Deputy Alamosa City Clerk Lochelle Montano, right, administers the oath of office to Kristina Daniel, left, who was appointed Tuesday night to serve the remainder of Ty Colemans at-large term. @E:7:65 E96 F?56C4@G6C @77:46C E92E 96 H2D :? So far this year, shootings and killings for the first half of 2022 are down roughly 17% and 10%, respectively. Our #1 tip to put money back in your pocket, Hillcrest Orchards celebrating its 75th anniversary, GHS Lady Cat soccer still unbeaten at 3-0, GHS baseball rolls past Gordon Central, 10-0, Mark Millican - Special to the Times-Courier, Gilmer High School teacher arrested, resigns. During a Wednesday press conference in Denver, Colorado superintendents from across the state presented their plan to fix school funding via a new formula that changes the current distribution model. With a promise to Keep Colorado Climbing, Colorado Lt. ALAMOSA Alamosa County commissioners this week authorized intern David Strawn to apply for a $15,000 grant from the State Historical Fund for an assessment of the old courthouse that will be vacated when the new justice center is completed. On May 1 San Luis Valley residents will no longer be able to fly to Albuquerque International Sunport. ALAMOSA Alamosa residents will soon be able to tap into solar energy to lower their utility bills. Alamosa firefighter Devon Haynie applies oil dry at the scene of a two-car accident early Wednesday afternoon in the 600 block of Fourth Street. Dont let the March winds keep you from enjoying all that the Alamosa Senior Citizens have to offer! Mailing Address: P.O. The Tainan Bureau of Education has removed plaques on campuses containing the words jie shou (), a term for wishing longevity for Chiang Kai-shek (), and Zhong Zheng (), an alternative name for Chiang. That was the verdict of the all-female jury in the case of People vs. Goldilocks on Monday at Alamosa Elementary. ALAMOSA Alamosa high school senior Vanessa Thong is this years Miss Merry Christmas and will be joined by Alexia Montoya, 8, as Little Miss Merry Christmas. Exhibiting the signs of a tornado or similar violent weather activity, Greer Roofing in south Alamosa was hit by extreme weather on Sunday, with extensive damage to the building. However, the viruses and bacteria that cause vaccine-preventable disease still exist and can cause illness in people who are not protected by vaccines. Conroe considers land annex for massive new development with 858 single-family homes, elementary school. ]k^Am, kAms2=E@? VALLEY The effects of homelessness and poverty can be felt all across the San Luis Valley. ALAMOSA The Board of Managers of Special Improvement District No. The Taichung District Court sentenced Chang Tun-liang () to nine years in prison for attempted murder and coercion, and Lee Wei-lin () and Chen Ching-hao () to four years and eight months in jail for coercion and aggravated assault. During their first meeting in the new year next Wednesday, Alamosa city council will likely act on an ordinance proposed the end of 2017 to enact a permanent ban on marijuana consumption clubs. ALAMOSA COUNTY Three people have been safely rescued after spending almost 24 hours on top of Little Bear Peak. Please log in, or sign up for a new account and purchase a subscription to continue reading. Senator Michael Bennet joined his colleagues in introducing a bill to protect a womans right to safe and legal abortion by blocking restrictive regulations and laws intended to curtail reproductive health services. CREEDEThe Del Norte Bank has been in the Creede area for almost a year now, bringing not only banking services to the community, but also making a difference as they go. ALAMOSA Beginning with the graduating class of 2021, all Alamosa High School and Alamosa Ombudsman School of Excellence students need 25.5 credits to graduate. SAND DUNES After completing a thorough public involvement process, Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve will increase its entrance fees on January 1, 2018 in order to align with the National Park Service fee rate schedule and help fund important maintenance and improvement projects within the park. DEL NORTE A suspect in a multi-defendant sexual assault case hung himself in his jail cell Tuesday morning, according to the Rio Grande County Sheriffs Office. Alamosa native and Adams State alumnus Chris Lopez has been named director of Public Relations and Marketing at Adams State University. While her case is pending on her involvement in the 2016 Floyd McBride homicide, Theodora Travers, 29, will be spending time in prison on another case at her request. Teaching is often a thankless job, however 14 educators from around the San Luis Valley were recognized for their hard work and dedication on Wednesday night. Abigail Burrows walks down the aisle with her father before marrying Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe on Feb. 25. According to a Saguache County Sheriffs office spokesperson, 194 mature and trimmed plants were seized from an illegal marijuana grow in the Baca Grande subdivision outside Crestone May 2, following a tip to the sheriffs office. ALAMOSA The City of Alamosa is hosting a community meeting on September 27 at 6 p.m. at Alamosa Family Rec Center, 2222 Old Sanford Road, to review and receive comments from the public regarding the proposed budget for the Fiscal Year 2018. ALAMOSA The United States Department of Agricultures (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Colorado, in partnership with the Rio Grande Water Conservation District- Special Improvement District #1 (Subdistrict #1) recently announced funding availability to assist producers in addressing issues of drought and aquifer depletions within Subdistrict #1. VALLEY Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williams rolled out a campaign intended to help unaffiliated voters correctly fill out their ballots in the June 26 primary election. ALAMOSA Ahead of schedule, the trial on groundwater regulations for the Rio Grande Basin concluded its second week with proponents finishing their testimony and objectors introducing their witnesses. During a work session Wednesday night Alamosa city councilors appeared receptive to a proposal to locate an RV resort by the Cattails Golf Course. When she came outside the building, a waiting FBI agent told her she was under arrest. $3.00
Make sure you allocate extra airport time if you're planning on flying Boutique Air soon. ALAMOSA Adams State University maintained an A3 bond rating as established by Moodys Investors Service, which released the rating May 4. As the City of Alamosa takes applications for a new municipal judge, the city council is trying to determine what kind of judge it wants to succeed Judge Daniel Powell on the bench. Burlington County. Local banks hosted holiday open houses on Friday. ALAMOSA A sentencing for Naomi Olguin had to be rescheduled again, and this time the defendant will be kept under strict supervision until she is sentenced for her part in the 2016 Floyd Dale McBride murder case. Here are some of the notable people celebrating birthdays today, includingAudrey Esparza,Emilio Estefan,Mykelti Williamson,Patricia Heaton,Scott Michael Foster andSteven Weber. The print was auctioned for $300. Its also the perfect time to make sure children are up to date on their vaccines. DFCG6:==2?46] s2G:5 {] (2EE[ da[ @7 }6H r2DE=6[ C6A@CE65=J 2CC:G65 2E E96 56D:8?2E65 E:>6 @? SAN LUIS The Costilla County Sheriffs Office arrested two men early Saturday morning on multiple charges including unlawful drug and weapon possession. ALAMOSA Alamosa city council meets at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 20, at city hall, 300 Hunt Ave. CREEDE The Creede Town Board of Trustees has three seats open for election this coming April and petitions are available until Jan. 22. Senators Michael Bennet (D-CO), Edward J. Markey (D-MA), Rob Portman (R-OH), and John Cornyn (R-TX) on Friday reintroduced legislation to convert the Independence at Home (IAH) demonstration into a permanent, national program. BLANCA Blanca will hold an election for three trustees on April 3. Images shared from the annual Bolos and Boots event in Alamosa. In addition, he was a high school English teach. Valley Courier Editor Ruth Heide and Staff Writer Jefferson Geiger received awards during the Colorado Press Association convention this past weekend. SOUTH FORKDue to the dry conditions, high temperatures and extreme fire danger, the July 3rd Fireworks Show has been cancelled this year. District Judge Michael Gonzales on Tuesday scheduled a four-day trial beginning October 10 for Kelvin Ruybal, 34, one of the codefendants in the Floyd Dale McBride murder. SAN LUIS Costilla County Commissioner Augustine Roy Esquibel, 50, has been cited with harassment and first-degree official misconduct, according to the Costilla County Sheriffs Office. Moose gently greets young library patrons during the Alamosa Public Librarys 115th anniversary celebration on Sunday afternoon. PUEBLO Two Regional Advisory Councils of El Pomar Foundation assisted in bringing the original Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo to Pueblo. ALAMOSA As a part of the relocation of the power poles and associated electric lines on the north side of First Street, Xcel has scheduled the tie over for 6:30 a.m. Saturday morning. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph.. Brianna Nicole Gordon, 24, originally from Mosca, has been reported missing. Adams State University's interim president search committee has a lot of work on their hands to select a candidate before July 1. Dr. James Jim Harding of Harding Dental Group ceremoniously broke ground on a state-of-the-art, 2,000 square foot advanced dental facility located at 688 Del Sol, Alamosa (northwest corner of the Social Security Administration Building lot) on August 14. RIO GRANDE COUNTY In cooperation with the Rio Grande County sheriff, Rio Grande County commissioners and the South Fork Fire District, effective on June 18 the South Fork Fire District will be placed under a Stage 1 fire restriction. ALAMOSA An Ice Age paleontological-turned-archaeological site in San Diego, California, preserves 130,000-year-old bones and teeth of a mastodon that show evidence of modification by early humans. Four of the eight people killed in a fire in Hsinchu City on Wednesday night were children and the other four were adults who died while trying to rescue the children from the second floor of the burning building, the citys Fire Bureau said yesterday. ALAMOSA Alamosa firefighters responded to a fire at 2232 Thomas Avenue, Apartment A, one of the Alamosa Housing Authority apartments, at 9:20 a.m. on Tuesday, May 8. Meanwhile, the Hsinchu City Government said it is providing emergency counseling services to the surviving family members and had approved compassionate funding of NT$200,000 for each person who died. SAN LUIS -- The Spring Fire, allegedly started June 27 five miles east of Fort Garland by 52-year-old Jesper Joergensen, reportedly exceeded 108,000 acres and destroyed more than 200 homes in Costilla and Huerfano Counties. ALAMOSA Petitioners submitted to Alamosa City Clerk Holly Martinez on Monday signatures to place medical and retail marijuana questions on this Novembers ballot. Gov. ALAMOSA This years class of the Medical Hall of Fame for the San Luis Valley for 2018 does not disappoint. Alamosa resident Jeremiah Kennedy, 24, was arrested Wednesday night after allegedly robbing 412 Denver Avenue at approximately 7:36 p.m. Congressional Western Caucus Chairman Paul A. Gosar D.D.S. Investigation is continuing into the death of an inmate in the Conejos County Jail early Saturday. Bush and as ordered by President Trump. In November Alamosa may be home to Colorado's first farm brewery. ALAMOSA There may never be closure in the presumed homicide of a man last seen alive last summer at the McDonalds in Alamosa and believed to have been killed shortly afterwards, Jefferson County Assistant District Attorney Michael Dougherty said during a recent visit to Alamosa. ALAMOSA As Colorado continues to be one of the most wildland fire hazardous states, the Colorado Wildland Fire & Incident Management Academy (CWFIMA) continued on Monday with 16 classes at Adams State University in Alamosa. Stemming from a routine traffic stop, warrant for failure to appear, to an execution of a search warrant several people have been cited and arrested on drug. ALAMOSA COUNTY Alamosa resident Donna Griego has announced her candidacy for Alamosa County treasurer. VALLEY October is Domestic Violence Awareness month. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! ALAMOSA The Adjutant General of Colorado, U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Michael A. Loh, conducted an annual statewide tour of Colorado Army National Guard facilities to enhance situational awareness and community connections Aug. 22-24. Sergeant Dave Whitinger, Pendleton District, was patrolling U.S. 36 near County Road 100 E. when he noticed a disabled black, 2003 Ford pickup truck being pulled by a tan, 2006 . To help make sure no one goes hungry the new Fort Garland Food Bank opened Monday to serve the community. ALAMOSA The Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP) recently granted accreditation to Adams State Universitys online doctoral program in Counselor Education and Supervision. ALAMOSA A little bit of land could go a long way towards river levee work and trails, Alamosa City Manager Heather Brooks told Adams State University trustees on Friday when she asked them to consider giving just under two acres to the city.