RIO GRANDE COUNTY The Rio Grande County Sheriffs Office is investigating the October 6 shooting deaths of Leonard Leyba, 45, and Frank Leyba, 19, according to a statement released on Monday by Sheriff Brian Norton. Turning readers into leaders. The members of the American Legion, Post 113 are celebrating their 98th birthday on Saturday, March 18. With 1 in 12 people receiving care from community health centers like Valley-Wide Health Systems, the impact of such health care organizations is significant. STATEWIDE The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) reminds drivers to anticipate heavy traffic in many areas of the state due to the number of events and activities taking place over the Labor Day weekend. During the Thursday, Feb. 23 meeting the board heard an update on the proces. The third annual Chalk-A-Walk was held at the Colorado Welcome Center on Saturday. DEL NORTE Del Norte resident Dale Wiescamp, who had been missing from the Del Norte area since April 17, was found deceased in Gunnison County on April 27. Jim Clare talks to the San Luis Valley County Commissioners Association on Monday about the self-contained breathing apparatus on the relatively new hazmat truck that the San Luis Valley Hazardous Material Team purchased in 2005. Attorneys are working their way through legal motions and logistics for the February trial for Perry Hotz, 21, charged with the October 2016 death of his 5 1/2-month-old daughter. ALAMOSA One driver was cited and another injured in a two-vehicle crash at Highway 370 and Road 106 on Wednesday afternoon, March 10. Officers with the Chicago Police Department are out on patrol in the city's lakefront area during Fourth of July weekend. A six-person panel led by John DiAntonio, far left, presented the first of three small business panel discussions Saturday following a performance of the world premiere of General Store on the Creede Theatre main stage. Students shared a special holiday program at Alamosa Elementary. Published: Nov. 24, 2021 at 4:24 AM PST. ALAMOSA Kay Crowder, director of SLV Emergency Management, gave a presentation on disaster preparedness at the Alamosa Senior Citizens Center on Thursday. CREEDEThe Mineral County Board of County Commissioners heard from Sheriff Fred Hosselkus on the recent missing persons case during the monthly meeting on Nov. 6. . ALAMOSA A day after Monte Vista School District enjoyed quinoa, Sanford School was served a special treat on Thursday as their food service staff and members of the Farm to School Task Force doled out roasted local fingerling potatoes while dressed in vegetable costumes. ALAMOSA One of the biggest needs in San Luis Valley healthcare is finding workers. With the possibility the East Alamosa Water and Sanitation District may want to participate in the City of Alamosas water augmentation plan, the Alamosa city council this week set a higher augmentation plan spending cap. LA JARA Conejos County Sheriffs deputies and Colorado State Patrol troopers responding to a possible threat at Centauri High School on Monday found that the threat was unfounded, according to Conejos County Undersheriff Christopher Crown. Though the raced narrowed, David Broyles will officially be the new City of Alamosa Councilor for Ward 2. Gov. On Friday, Dec. 29 at about 12:56 p.m. the Alamosa Police Department Officers responded to a report of shots fired in the vicinity of the 1100 block of Railroad Avenue. ALAMOSA Every year eighth grade students at OMS are given the chance to get a taste of their future. SAGUACHE According to reports from the Saguache Sheriffs Office, two Saguache residents died under tragic circumstances in the town of Saguache on the same day last week, one of them a young adult male found hanging from playground equipment in Otto Mears Park. BLANCA On Wednesday, December 13th, Sierra Grande School District Design Advisory Group along with the architectural firms of CSHQA and Aland Ford hosted the second community meeting to discuss the facility master plan, which includes a new PreK-12 School Facility. Not only is October a time to highlight that relationship violence is not OK and it is OK to ask for help, but it should remain a focus year round. Joe R. Norris. This is a developing story that will be updated. 2 of the Rio Grande Water Conservation District (Subdistrict No. DEL NORTE A masked male entered Del Norte Banks branch in Del Norte during business hours on Friday, Dec. 8. MONTE VISTA Aaron Termain has seen first-hand the life of a veteran and recently expressed amazement at what the Colorado Veterans Community Living Center (CVCLC) at Homelake has done and is doing for veterans. Copyright 2023. ALAMOSA Although ice skating seemed a distant dream in the heat of summer on Tuesday, Alamosas ice rink/multipurpose pavilion became more than a dream with the first ceremonial shovels full of dirt moved during the groundbreaking for the new facility. In the end there could only be one. WASHINGTON, D.C. Colorado U.S. "And if that means going out there and not doing anything, then that means going out there and not doing anything.". A man suspected of burglarizing a motor home in the Lazy KV Estates subdivision was quickly apprehended last week after victims and a witness collaborated to quickly identify and arrest him. Thunderstorms likely. ALAMOSA The Great American Cookout Tour presented by the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS.us), the largest non-profit barbeque association in the world will feature food sampling and a lively, interactive pitmaster demo tour as part of the San Lui. Abbott touts private school voucher plan to crowd of 300 in Conroe. After discussing the item at its Feb. 21 budget retreat, the Person County Board of Commissioners will consider funding Person County Schools' facility needs to address deferred maintenance, safety, accessibility and . Senators Michael Bennet (D) and Cory Gardner (R), along with a bipartisan group of lawmakers, today introduced the Alternatives to Opioids (ALTO) in the Emergency Department Act to fund innovative approaches to combat the opioid epidemic. After hearing a presentation from Monte Robertson of the San Luis Valley Hemp Company, the San Luis Valley County Commissioners Association unanimously voted to sign a letter addressed to Third Congressional District Representative Scott Tipton along with Sens. MONTE VISTAThe Monte Vista City Council met in its last regular session of the year on Thursday, Dec. 7. Travis Clark, right, and his daughter Madison of Clark Crew BBQ proudly pose with their trophy for being the overall winner at Beat the Heat BBQ in Cole Park on August 5 out of 44 teams. Error! Gov. Bear encounters increase year to year in Colorado, according to state agency. Geiger receives awards for photos at Colorado Press Association convention. After raising funds for over three years, San Luis Valley Health and its foundation broke ground for the new cancer and infusion center Tuesday morning. CREEDEA fire burning above Blue Creek Lodge was reported mid-morning on Tuesday by Mineral County officials. District Judge Michael Gonzales on Thursday set an autumn trial for Angel Nieto, 31, who is charged with vehicular homicide in connection with the January 16th death of Marcie Quintana, 24, of Alamosa, a passenger in the car he was driving when it was inv, STATEWIDE The American Red Cross of Colorado & Wyoming responded to calls for assistance, on average, twice to three times a day to disasters of all types in June from flooding and house fires, to the collapsed roofs of two apartment buildings in Lakewo. $3.00 ALAMOSA Driver Marissa Black, 23, was cited for careless driving causing injury on Tuesday, Oct. 9, after the vehicle she was driving struck pedestrian William Drain, 71, at Fourth Street and State Avenue, Alamosa. homes have been lost or damaged by the Spring Fire. Latest e-Edition The Courier-Times. VALLEY As La Puentes Hunger Education Week wraps up, its time to highlight how the community came together to fight hunger not only in the Valley but worldwide. Your current subscription does not provide access to this content. Born in Bucks county, she was the daughter of . VALLEY Senators Cory Gardner (R-CO) and Michael Bennet (D-CO) this week announced Colorado will receive $36.6 million in Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) funding for 2017, with more than $3 million going to San Luis Valley counties. Billy Adams founding spirit is demonstrated by alumni like Dr. Camila Alire, who has found ways to give back to her alma mater. Ellijay. Alamosa County was more than $4.5 million over budget to build the new courthouse and expand the detention center, so almost $300,000 was cut from the jail. Folks will soon be able to access the internet in Alamosas Cole Park. Device Fraud and Theft By Unlawful Taking. ALAMOSA The institution founded by Billy Adams in 1921 has produced graduates who share his dedication to higher education. ALAMOSA A bear that has been roaming a neighborhood on the north side of Alamosa during the last two weeks was euthanized on Sunday by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. VALLEY Maintenance personnel with the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) will conduct repair operations on the US Highway (US) 160 Rio Grande Bridge in Alamosa later this month. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. ALAMOSA COUNTY Three people have been safely rescued after spending almost 24 hours on top of Little Bear Peak. STATEWIDE But in case your next spring celebration includes alcohol or marijuana, know that law enforcement will be on heightened alert to keep impaired drivers off the road. It appears to be evidence of being caught by surprise.". John Hickenlooper appointed Heather Dutton of Del Norte to the Colorado Water Conservation Board. Best trending stories from the week. CONEJOS Murder suspect Michael Robinson, 33, will likely enter a plea in district court in May, his attorney Public Defender Amanda Hopkins told Chief District Judge Pattie Swift on Thursday. VALLEY The San Luis Valley concluded another year of milestones. ALAMOSA Though relations between The Alamosa County Local Marketing District Board and San Luis Valley Development Resources Group have mended, the board decided to decline SLVDRG Executive Director Kevin Wilkins offer to serve as interim director. Papini was not able to get far before the agent arrested her, Alegra said. ALAMOSA The City of Alamosa has already addressed some of the concerns raised in an American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) report on the Alamosa Municipal Court, city staff told Alamosa city councilors during a Wednesday evening work session. ALAMOSA After responding to questions and critiques from candidate David Broyles during the City of Alamosa budget hearing Wednesday night, the Alamosa city council approved its $21.8 million budget for 2018. Alamosa County commissioners on Wednesday approved the Alamosa County Fireworks Ban, the first since 2002 and in line with a similar ban passed by the Alamosa city council. ALAMOSA The Adams State University Board of Trustees met on Friday. Interim Saguache County Clerk and Recorder Trish Gilbert has announced she will run for election as the countys clerk and recorder. CONEJOS A preliminary hearing has been set at 9 a.m. Sept. 21 for Michael John Robinson, 32, who faces seven counts in connection with the suspected murder of his step-grandfather, James H. Sprouse, 77, sometime between June 3 and 12, 2016. Although still under investigation by the Colorado State Patrol, the extreme wind conditions on Tuesday, April 17, apparently were to blame so no one was cited, and fortunately there were no serious injuries, in this multi-vehicle pile up on Highway 17 south of Saguache County Road G. Amid high winds, Alamosa and supporting fire departments fought back a brush fire on Tuesday that consumed nearly 300 acres and evacuated area residents. VALLEY The Colorado State Court Administrators Office issued a statement on Tuesday that jury files containing personal information had been exposed for 8,878 Rio Grande County residents in addition to potential jurors in Pueblo, Weld and Crowley Count. The 1992 consensus a term that former Mainland Affairs Council chairman Su Chi, SEQUENCE OF EVENTS: Chicago police have arrested the fewest number of suspects in at least 20 years amid a crime wave that has continued raging in the city since 2020. "We can only support each other at the lowest ranks," the officer said. St. Wendelin High School graduate is scheduled to . Catching a whopper, this woman on a float sponsored by Canon Bonito has snagged a huge trout. WASHINGTON, D.C. Senator Cory Gardner (R-CO) on Thursday was happy to announce the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committees approval of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act. Alamosa Mayor Josef Lucero reads a proclamation in recognition of the Alamosa Public Library's 115th anniversary. William G. Friemann Jr., 51, was arrested Wednesday after methamphetamine was found in his Bristol Township home, according to authorities. HUERFANO COUNTYCrews are currently working on roadway improvements to US Highway 160 and will continue on a regular schedule from 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday, throughout June. The City of Alamosa Department of Parks and Recreation and the Alamosa Tree Board have received a $3,000 grant from the XCEL Energy Vegetation Management/Colorado Tree Coalition (CTC) grant program for their Greening Alamosa's Airport Gateway Corridor Under Powerlines Project. CREEDE A fresh set of eyes and a unique perspective are just two qualities that Michael Averette believes will help him win the Mineral County treasurer seat during the November election. Sorry, no promotional deals were found matching that code. San Luis Valley Federal Bank Board Chairman LeRoy Salazar, SLV Federal Bank President Duane Bussey, Adams State University Theatre Director John Taylor and ASU President Beverlee McClure stand in front of the new San Luis Valley Federal Bank Main Stage Theatre signage before the premiere of The Diary of Anne Frank on Friday. ALAMOSA Charged with attempted first-degree murder and arson in connection with a house fire occurring nearly a year ago, Nazzreth DeLuna, 30, told District Judge Michael Gonzales on Tuesday he was not happy with his legal representation and was considering representing himself. SAGUACHE On Dec. 14 the Saguache Planning Commission met and approved four new marijuana applications during its monthly meeting. Following are the results from the 2017 election. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Colorado State Patrol responded to a crash involving five separate vehicles on Tuesday, and Highway 17 was closed for a time. 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. RIO GRANDE COUNTYThe Rio Grande County Republican Central Committee will be holding its County Assembly on Tuesday, March 20. SOUTH FORK On June 21, at approximately 3:23 p.m. South Fork Fire Rescue Received a report of a life vest in the Rio Grande River just north of Masonic Park. John Hickenlooper joined some of Colorados leading health organizations to raise their voices in concern over Colorados youth vaping rate. 6 gift ideas for the outdoorsy person in your life. 5 things to know about the Holi festival at Hindu Temple of The Woodlands. While Alamosa city council and staff continue conversations concerning the 325-space Rio Bravo RV resort that may include a portion of the citys ranch property, the council placed its stamp of approval on another 40-space RV park during Wednesday nights city council meeting. ALAMOSA Elk and bison herd management is necessary to maintain the landscape at the Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve and expanded former Medano Zapata Ranch area, dunes staff and contractors reported during a Wednesday evening meeting concerning the proposed management plan. Hickenlooper on Friday appointed Chief Duane Charles Oakes of Alamosa to the Automobile Theft Prevention Board for a term expiring Feb. 1, 2024. Telling the judge, I see better now with one eye than I ever did with two, Cristo Esquibel, 37, said he hoped his appearance for sentencing in court on Thursday would his last. SOUTHWESTERN COLORADO (CSP District 5) After a recent string of fatal crashes in Southwestern Colorado, the Colorado State Patrol reminds drivers that it is imperative to pay complete attention to the only task that is important while operating a motor vehicle. VALLEY The Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) announced the award of $2,030,895 as part of the Tier I Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance Funds (EIAF) program. Legal Statement. After three years of payments, the Alamosa Pentecostal Church owes no back taxes to Alamosa County. Reenacting the pie-eating contests of old, Ralph Brooks III, of Jefferson, Georgia (in the hat), beat out the other 10 or so contestants to win the Creede 125th anniversary pie eating contest Saturday. Though Adams State University's financials and low enrollment are still an issue, the institution can take a quick breather knowing its efforts are working. DENVER Thornton resident Travis Malouff, 42, formerly from Alamosa, died as a result of a tragic accident in Denver early Sunday morning. ALAMOSA Adams State Universitys graduation rate for their six-year cohort for 2010 is up 1.5 percent from the 2009 data. The Alamosa Police Department is requesting the assistance of citizens across the San Luis Valley in locating James Mitchell McNeill, a 31-year-old San Luis Valley resident. ALAMOSA Arnold Salazar was honored by the Board of Trustees of Adams State University upon the conclusion of his service as a trustee and board chair. Burlington County. Alamosa police are seeking a suspect in the shooting of a male victim on Monday afternoon, May 1, in south Alamosa. ALAMOSA Water leaders helped conserve two area ranches on Tuesday. CRIMEWATCH and the Eye Design are registered trademarks of CRIMEWATCH Technologies, Inc. 2023 CRIMEWATCH Technologies, Inc. Coles, David Sr. - Unlawful Contact with a Minor and 5 additional charges, Ressler, Jacob - (1 count) (18) 2701 (a)(1) Simple Assault and 1 additional charge, (1 count) (18) 2701 (a)(1) Simple Assault, Bacon, Edward Vincent - Child Pornography (F2) and 1 additional charge, Criminal Use Of Communication Facility (F3), Dean, Anthony Michael - Simple Assault (M2) and 1 additional charge, Wills, Moyo Hashimu - Strangulation and 1 additional charge, Iafelice, Anthony Michael - Retail Theft, Reed, Chelsea Leigh - Possession of Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia, Possession of Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia. Adams State University's interim president search committee has a lot of work on their hands to select a candidate before July 1. The Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO) board on Thursday announced funding awards for two San Luis Valley projects. 3 will be required to either join a subdistrict, obtain an individual augmentation plan or cea, In celebration of local foods and agritourism, the community is invited to the 2nd Annual AgriSummit. San Luis Valley native Ken Salazar could be a contender for governor in 2018. District Judge Michael Gonzales on Tuesday granted one further extension of the plea hearing for former City of Alamosa Finance Director Amanda McDonald, 41. Rain, freezing rain, sleet, snow and strong winds were reported in Michigan and Indiana. Youngster find the brightly colored eggs left in Boyd Park by American Legion members and volunteers during the Legions annual Easter Egg Hunt on Easter Sunday. Black residents make up just 12% of the state's population, yet 31% of suspects arrested for marijuana possession in 2020 were identified as Black or African American by Pennsylvania State Police . Long-time city prosecutor Gene Farish weighed in on proposed municipal court and code changes during a work session with the Alamosa city council on Wednesday evening. @7 A2C2A96C?2=:2]k^Am, kAm%96 ps%u H6C6 2DD:DE65 3J E96 w6?CJ r@] $96C:77D ~77:46]k^Am. Kagen Picou, 19, 402 Paris Lane, Houma, resisting an officer, two counts of simple burglary, criminal trespass. Ballots are out, and San Luis Valley voters have several big decisions to make, with ballot questions ranging from marijuana to new school buildings. ALAMOSA Two of three men facing murder charges for the August 9th death of Alamosa resident Mathias Fritz, 40, made their first appearances in court on those charges on Thursday. Democrat Jared Polis, prospective candidate for governor of Colorado, attracted an enthusiastic crowd of about 35 Sunday night to a meet and greet presentation at the Locavores restaurant in Alamosa. To view our latest e-Edition click the image on the left. Perform a free Ellijay, GA public arrest records search, including current & recent arrests, arrest inquiries, warrants, reports, logs, and mugshots. Alamosa city and county officials cleared the air over jail overcrowding misunderstandings during a recent work session. The nations earliest victory in the war against educational segregation took place in the San Luis Valley and only recently came to light. more. ALAMOSA On Friday, December 1 at approximately 9:31 p.m. an unidentified male subject wearing dark clothing and a ski mask entered the Alamosa High School during a basketball tournament. ALAMOSA Marvellous Mimi Anderson, 55-year-old granny and mother of three, from Edinburgh, Scotland arrived in Alamosa to a warm reception by the townsfolk on September 23rd en route to her bid to break the Guinness World Record by running coast-to-coast across America. ALAMOSA A rural Alamosa County man lost his home in a fire on Sunday morning. Alamosa County Commissioner Michael Yohn, Alamosa County Executive Assistant Belina Ramirez, Alamosa County Commissioner Helen Sigmond and Alamosa County Department of Public Health employee Margie Martinez stand together after the pair were recognized for the second Employee of the Quarter awards at Wednesday's county commissioners meeting. STATEWIDE The Colorado Division of Criminal Justice Office of Research and Statistics on Friday released Impacts on Marijuana Legalization in Colorado, a report that compiles and analyzes data on marijuana-related topics including crime, impaired driving, hospitalizations and ER visits, usage rates, effects on youth, and more. ALAMOSA First Street in Alamosa will be closed to all traffic between Faculty Drive and Sierra Avenue through the end of the project. Alamosa firefighters used the Jaws of Life and other tools to remove the roof of a car in a matter of minutes after a rear-end collision at the corner of the 10 South and Road 106 about 2 p.m. Wednesday. The print was auctioned for $300. The stars came out in the middle of the day, zoo animals ran in agitated circles, crickets chirped, birds fell silent and a chilly darkness settled upon the land Monday as the U.S. witnessed its first full-blown, coast-to-coast solar eclipse since World War I. ALAMOSA Alamosa city officials are considering curbside recycling and will be seeking public input on whether or not city customers would be willing to pay extra for the service. Receive classifieds from local advertisers. 0:57. BLANCA In response to requests from the State of Colorado Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and the municipal government of La Veta. 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. ALAMOSA Authorities this week arrested James Mitchell McNeill, 31, who had been a fugitive for more than two months. SAND DUNES After more than a week of intense effort, the National Park Service is reducing the scale of the search and rescue effort initiated on Sunday, May 14, for a presumed missing hiker at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve.