Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: monsoon rainfall totals for southern New Mexico collection points; "moderate" Albuquerque Journal endorses Gabe Vasquez; the death of a genetically valuable wolf released in 2021 from the Ladder Ranch recovery station
Read MoreStuff you need to know, 10.21.22
Issues from flooding and requests for assistance by residents dominated public comment, while emergency services administrator Williams and road director Neeley updated the county’s efforts. Accepting an appropriation for law enforcement was tabled for additional information. Lease agreement for extension office approved after removal of “offensive language” from the contract.
Read MoreSierra county commission meeting 10/17/22: highlights
Even with the ethics bar set low in New Mexico politics, Mark Ronchetti manages to slither under it. Among his bad acts: campaign ads that stretch the truth, accepting contributions from fake electors (again), and his refusal to provide press credentials for a reporter to attend his campaign event.
Read MorePolitical Limbo
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: an argument for government funding to address the crisis of declining local news reporting in America
Read MoreStuff you need to know, 10.19.22
Must-see reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: an investigation of fatalities arising from U.S. Border Patrol car chases
Read MoreStuff you need to know, 10.17.22The county commission will hold their monthly meeting on Monday October 17 in their chambers at 1712 N. Date Street in Truth or Consequences. The public can attend the meeting in person or listen on the radio at 101.9 FM or observe either live or later on facebook.
Read MoreA preview of the county commission meeting 10/17/22
The two sheriff's candidates were asked 11 questions and given five days to respond. Sierra County Sheriff's Deputy Lieutenant Joshua Baker responded to all questions. He is running as a Republican. Michael Lanford did not respond, indicating a disinclination to be transparent. He is running as a Democrat.
Read MoreSheriff candidates’ responses to questions—Baker answers, Lanford doesn’t
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: accounts of flooding damage in southwestern New Mexico and a prediction of more damaging rain
Read MoreStuff you need to know, 10.13.22
Each season seems to bring a new face to the landscape. This year had 2 prolific performers.
Read MoreHelianthus annuus
Must-read reporting and commentary from around the state and the country. Today's intelligence: Oil and gas money is papering New Mexico with large campaign donations and industry messages.
Read MoreStuff you need to know, 10.11.22
Truth or Consequences attracted one of the greats, Tom Hamil. He had an enormous talent for painting music, his auditory and visual synesthesia giving us visual jazz.
Read MoreHipster, beatnik, philosopher, artist Tom Hamil–in remembrance
What is it that says Fall has arrived?
Read MoreChanging seasons