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ALAMOSA — Beginning Jan. 11 and running until Jan. 26, the National Western Stock Show is in full swing in Denver, bringing to the forefront (and economy) not just an expansive event like no other but also one that, by its existence, is held in homage to the agrarian roots that run deep in Colorado and have since the state first became a territory.  

ALAMOSA — First Southwest Bank (FSWB), a locally owned, independent community bank and one of two Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) banks in Colorado, proudly announces that CEO Kent Curtis has received the 2024 Who’s Who in Impact Investing. 

ALAMOSA — The actions and contributions of women have been left out in history’s telling. As writers and researchers J.v.L. Bell and Jan Gunia quickly discovered in writing “Women of the Colorado Gold Rush Era,” that women played a hugely pivotal and impactful but unacknowledged role in the formation of the state as we know it. 

ALAMOSA — Legendary singer-songwriter Tish Hinojosa is known around the world for the strength, melodic beauty and pure clarity of her singing, drawing comparisons to Joan Baez, Emmy Lou Harris and Nanci Griffith. 

RIO GRANDE COUNTY — Following the pursuit of a man on a motorcycle for a traffic violation, a deputy with the Rio Grande County Sheriff’s Office ended up taking the suspect into custody on drugs and a weapon charge.  

ALAMOSA – The Adams State University School of Education faculty recognizes Cana Myers as an outstanding graduate from the fall 2024 class. 

ALAMOSA — Winter athletes and recreationalists get ready for the annual Rio Frio festival. From cross country skiing to the polar plunge in the frigid Rio, and the spectacular Fire and Ice Bonfire in downtown, there is something for everyone. 

ALAMOSA – Scott Honeycutt started at the Alamosa School District in 2003 driving buses. Now he makes sure that every student gets to school safely and on time, and that while they’re at school they are safe there, too. Honeycutt sits so he always faces the door. You could say his job is to expect surprises. 

CENTER – On Monday, Dec. 16, the Center Viking Youth Club held its annual Christmas Dinner, and this year they served delicious pancakes. Santa Claus was at the dinner and handed out gifts to children.  

MONTE VISTA – Valley Veterans Recreation founder and president DJ Salazar was all smiles in the group’s new building at 9 Washington St. Salazar and executive director Craig Rauwolf are excited to be hosting the group’s coffee socials at the building. 

COLORADO — Will this be a white Christmas?  December 2024 has been warmer-than-average conditions across almost the entire state, with very little snowfall. The National Weather Service is forecasting a 40% chance of snow for Alamosa on Christmas Day. This means that there is a moderate likelihood of snowfall in this area on that day.

ALAMOSA — The San Luis Valley Community Band under the direction of Dr. Kerry Hart, gave a stunning Christmas/Holiday concert at Richardson Hall on the campus of Adams State University on Saturday, December 21.

Local music legend Don Richmond led a group of Christmas carolers at Milagros Coffee House in Alamosa on the evening of Dec. 22.

Tears rolled down Lisa Lucero’s eyes when Adams State’s Acacia Nadeau-Lara presented her with the Educator Highlight Award this week in recognition of her work with pre-school children at Moffat Schools. 

ALAMOSA — The SLV Teen Prevention Coalition had a celebration on Friday, honoring Hiliana Baroz, Myissa Duran, Stefany Moreno and Leilany Soto who completed 75 volunteer/community service hours as part of the Prevention Program with the SLV Teen Prevention Coalition.  

CENTER – Recently Martina Thompson’s third grade class had a fun experience making homemade ice cream in class. Thompson said that the kids enjoyed it, and she loved seeing their smiles. The kids said that the ice cream was delicious. Thompson got the recipe for the ice cream from the internet. She thought the ice cream would be a fun and delicious project for her class.

ALAMOSA — Members of Alamosa’s Women’s Citizenship Club were at the historic Spanish Cemetery on Tuesday, placing wreaths on the graves of veterans. The action was part of “Wreaths Across America,” a practice where, across the nation, fresh wreaths adorned with red ribbons are placed on the graves of those who spent part of their lives serving their country.  

ALAMOSA — All are invited to the annual community Christmas Party on Dec. 21 at La Puente.  To celebrate the holiday season, La Puente is hosting a celebration where you can visit with Santa Claus, enjoy hot chocolate and cookies, and feast on a lasagna lunch with your neighbors, coworkers, classmates, friends, and family. Every attendee will take home a gift from this community event.  

ALAMOSA – Society Hall is pleased to welcome back northern New Mexico native, Max Gomez on Sunday, Dec. 22. He will be playing with a full band. 

ALAMOSA — The Southern Colorado Science Center (SCSC), in collaboration with the Artisans of Florence, are excited to announce that the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America is in the final stages of approval to establish its first permanent location in Pueblo, Colorado. This groundbreaking museum will showcase interactive exhibits, life-sized machine replicas, and educational programs dedicated to the genius of Leonardo da Vinci.

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