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Enchanted Forest turns 25, looks to the future

RED RIVER — Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski and Snowshoe Area celebrated its 25th birthday Saturday (Jan. 30) . more

Shovel Races slide into Angel Fire

ANGEL FIRE — At the base of Exhibition, in the shadow of the run where shovel racing was born and where the World Shovel Racing Championships were held for 30 years, the Haukebo kids argue over who's going to get the first ride. more

Online school blazing trail toward the future

TAOS — As education continues to evolve, more-and-more schools are looking for better ways to teach young people. more

Principal appalled by hay theft at Eagle Nest School

EAGLE NEST — Some 15 bales of hay were lifted from Eagle Nest Elementary School's horse program. more

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Last Week:

Powderkeg packs a punch, keeps pushing

ANGEL FIRE —So far the Powderkeg Mountain Festival has lived up to the hype, combining a frenzy of music and events with the blessing of massive January snows.
And it’s only halfway done. more

New board member wins by luck of the draw

CIMARRON — In a tie vote, new-comer Scott Shaffer was elected Cimarron Municipal School Board of Education in a game of chance — a draw of high card to break the tie. Shaffer won. more

Local Haiti hero provides helicopter support

ANGEL FIRE — Stories about heroes working for Haiti relief are all over the national news right now. Throughout the country, folks from all walks of life are finding ways to assist in relief efforts; and locally, Angel Fire resident Dee Cross is involved in those efforts. more

Death of young resort employee shocks community

ANGEL FIRE — Over 200 people filled Angel Fire Resort’s conference rooms to pay respects to a fellow coworker whose life ended before it really began. more

Early morning main break washes street out

ANGEL FIRE — At least a dozen residents living on and around Pinehurst Drive woke up to no water Tuesday morning (Jan. 26) due to a water main break.
According to Glenn Boone, public works director for the Village of Angel Fire, crews closed the street to repair the line and the portions of the road that were washed away. more

Record crowds at sixth annual ice fishing tourney

EAGLE NEST — Conditions were ideal for the Sixth Annual Eagle Nest Ice Fishing Tournament Saturday (Jan. 16). Blue skies, warm weather and thick ice drew a record crowd of over 200 fishermen who flocked to the lake to take part in the tournament. more

Powderkeg bursting with festival talent

ANGEL FIRE — In addition to mechanical bull riding, a steak
eating challenge and a Texas hold’em tournament, this year’s Powderkeg Mountain Festival also boasts plenty of musicians to keep crowds entertained throughout the week.
Headliners for Powderkeg represent an impressive lineup that expands on what has historically been a country-fried weekend of music. more

Three locals face felony burglary charges

ANGEL FIRE — Three Angel Fire men were arrested and charged with burglary of a building/structure and conspiracy to commit burglary in connection with a theft at a local restaurant. more

Shovel racing: Keeping it fun and simple at 70 m.p.h.

ANGEL FIRE — Competitors from across the nation are already dusting off their #12 grain shovels for the revival of shovel racing at Angel Fire Resort.
The resort announced last year that it would revive the once-legendary shovel racing competition Feb. 5 to 7 following a five-year hiatus. more

Length matters at ice fishing tourney

EAGLE NEST — Mark Stewart stands behind the counter at his fishing shop in Eagle Nest, answering questions about the upcoming ice fishing tournament with a customer on the phone.
His golden retriever, Roy, stands guard at the door, greeting the regulars stopping in with eager leaps and a wagging tail. more

Candidates file for March elections

Candidates wishing to appear on the ballot for municipal elections in March filed their paperwork with local clerks Tuesday (Jan. 5). The deadline was 5 p.m. more

Mayor Odum to seek reelection as write-in candidate

EAGLE NEST — Incumbent Billie Odum will run as a write-in candidate for the Eagle Nest mayoral election this March.
Odum originally chose not to file paperwork with the village clerk Tuesday (Jan. 2) — the deadline for candidates to have their names included on the official ballot. more

Teenage cancer survivor gets his wish

ANGEL FIRE — On just his second day of snowboarding, 15-year-old Christian Touchin is already making turns, switching from his heel side and his toe side as he crisscrosses the fall line.
The unwieldy board is still awkward under his skinny legs, but he’s finding his rhythm as he listens to his instructor at Angel Fire Resort. more

2009 home sales peak in last quarter

MORENO VALLEY — Last year, the real estate market saw varied extremes. The lows were low and the highs were high. But as the final numbers were tallied, 2009 ended up better than expected and signs indicate sales came back stronger in the final quarter of the year than how 2008 ended up.
“The first six months of the year, sales were not strong,” Mike Woolley, owner of Prudential Angel Fire Real Estate said. “In July things started to turn around, we started working again. In November we saw a lot of traffic.” more

Candidates file for March elections

Candidates wishing to appear on the ballot for municipal elections in March filed their paperwork with local clerks Tuesday (Jan. 5). The deadline was 5 p.m.

New Year’s blowout in Eagle Nest

EAGLE NEST — The citizens of Eagle Nest are coming together to create New Year’s celebration that not only attracts visitors to their community but gives residents something to be proud of as well. more

Candidates deadline approaches

Deadlines to toss your hat into the ring for the upcoming municipal elections Tuesday (March 2) are fast approaching. To be on the ballot, candidates must turn in the necessary paperwork to their respective municipal clerk Tuesday (Jan. 5) between 8 a.m and 5 p.m. more

A traditional family Christmas

ANGEL FIRE — Less than a week before Christmas, the Stidham family has just pulled out the boxes of decorations to add a little holiday charm to their house. more

Larry Leahy takes helm as village administrator

ANGEL FIRE — Former Angel Fire Mayor Larry Leahy was given a two year contract for the open village administrator position during last week’s council meeting. more

Red River lifts open full time

RED RIVER — Two young skiers banter back and forth on their way up the triple chair. The boys are on vacation for the week from Texas, and they playfully taunt each other the entire ride to the summit. more

Area ski resorts enjoy recent snow

ANGEL FIRE — Skiers and boarders were met with gusty winds, snow flurries and cold temperatures on opening day at the Angel Fire Resort Saturday (Dec. 12). more

Village says 'No' to medical marijuana

Cimarron — On its first reading ordinance 252 which would have allowed a business wanting to distribute medical marijuana to set up shop in Cimarron, was defeated in a four to zero vote. more

Shovel races coming back to Angel Fire Resort

ANGEL FIRE — Officials at Angel Fire Resort announced the return of snow shovel racing to its winter slopes this season. more

Pratt out as development director

ANGEL FIRE — Marianne Pratt is no longer contracted with the Village of Angel Fire as its chief executive officer of the economic development department. more

New and Improved Angel Fire Resort

ANGEL FIRE — From the summit of Angel Fire Resort, the untracked trails rolling off the mountain’s peak look unspoiled and inviting. more

Leahy mayor’s pick for village administrator

ANGEL FIRE — Angel Fire Mayor Stuart Hamilton says he is giving former mayor Larry Leahy the nod for the open village administrator position. more

Chronicle voted state’s best small weekly newspaper

ALBUQUERQUE — The Sangre de Cristo Chronicle was voted the best small weekly newspaper in New Mexico, and picking up the coveted ‘General Excellence’ honor during ceremonies held Saturday (Nov. 14). more

Village to scrutinize all lodgers tax requests

ANGEL FIRE — For entities who are using village lodgers tax to advertise or operate their event, requests for funds will become a bit more rigorous. more

County to reschedule public meeting

RATON — Although conditions are currently mild, everyone in Northern New Mexico knows these conditions won’t last forever. In order to make sure residents and Colfax County officials are on the same page, county officials scheduled a forum to discuss county snow removal policies. more

Area Black Friday sales not spectacular

With the annual Holiday Market in the Angel Fire Community Center for two days and retailers staying open late on Black Friday around Angel Fire, it didn’t seem to matter for boosting sales. more

Improvement district suit dismissed

RATON — Eighth Judicial District Court Judge John Paternoster dismissed a $4 million law suit against some 20 plaintiffs Monday (Nov. 9) and the public improvement district. more

Calling All Flakes hopes to let it snow

ANGEL FIRE — Unlike last year, two early season snowfalls have brought excitement to skiers, snowboarders and snow enthusiasts in Northern New Mexico. more

New Angel Fire mayor steps into busy agenda

ANGEL FIRE — Newly appointed Angel Fire Mayor Stuart Hamilton has his work cut out for him over the next two years and he says he’s up to the challenge. more

Hamilton appointed new mayor

ANGEL FIRE — Under much anticipation about whom would become Angel Fire’s next mayor, Stuart Hamilton was nominated and appointed to the post during the council meeting Tuesday (Nov. 3). more

Administrator search pending mayor selection

ANGEL FIRE — With the selections down to four candidates for the open administrator position for the Village of Angel Fire, interviews were put on hold until a mayor was selected. more

Green outlook for businesses owners

ANGEL FIRE — Business owners had the opportunity to get tips from New Mexico Environment Department’s Pollution Prevention Coordinator Michelle Vattano, about ways to run a “Greener” business during a “green” workshop last week. mor

Council waits to tap new mayor

ANGEL FIRE ­— Angel Fire Mayor Pro Tem Chuck Howe has been acting as Angel Fire mayor since Friday (Oct. 16) the day Larry Leahy resigned his position to seek the open village administrator position. more

Administrator search narrowed to four candidates

ANGEL FIRE — A total of 28 people from all over the country sent resumes for the open village administrator position. more

Red River Ski Area prepares for opening day

RED RIVER - With less than a month away from the beginning of the ski season, staff at the ski area is busy preparing for opening day, Wednesday (Nov. 25). more

Council gives Inn Center owner 10 days to comply

ANGEL FIRE — By a vote of three to one the Angel Fire Village Council last Wednesday (Sept. 23) passed a resolution saying the owner of the Inn Business Center will have to bring the property up to compliance with village codes. more

Medical conference brings in over 200 pros

RED RIVER — Crews from the Enchanted Circle emergency services departments and from as far away as Ojo Caliente met this weekend at the Red River Convention Center for the Eighth Annual Emergency Services Conference. more

Fishing and feasting lure anglers to Eagle Nest tradition

EAGLE NEST — The 17th Annual Fish Fest has brought good luck to some and great times to many. At the halfway point, there is still plenty of angling and festivities to come.
The 9-day fishing tournament started Saturday (Sept. 19) at 6 a.m. with novice and experienced sportsmen trying to outwit the 300 specially tagged rainbow trout in Eagle Nest Lake’s vast waters. more

Veterans healing retreat comes to Angel Fire

ANGEL FIRE — The mountains in and around the Moreno Valley are majestic to those who embrace their charm and beauty. They have a calming effect as the clouds collide with their peaks or the morning fog rises above their foothills. more

Musicians bring a spicy mix during music festival

CIMARRON — Chuy Martinez and Oti Ruiz lit up the stage, Friday (Sept. 18) at Sister Hildegrade Smith Parish Hall in Cimarron, with their spicy mix of Spanish melodies from every nook and cranny of the Spanish speaking world. more

Aspencade falls on Red River’s autumn beauty

RED RIVER — With uncanny timing, Red River’s Aspencade ushered in autumn with three days of arts & craft shopping and live music, as warm sunny days gave way to cool rainy nights. more