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Muscadine Bloodline headlining Stampede concert

Muscadine Bloodline members Charlie Muncaster and Gary Stanton were nominated for Duo of the Year at the Academy of Country Music Awards in May. They will be headlining the Ski-Hi Stampede concert on July 10 in Monte Vista.
MONTE VISTA - Alabama duo Muscadine Bloodline will be the headliner of the Ski-Hi Stampede’s opening concert on July 10 in Monte Vista. Special guest Aaron Watson will be opening for the rising country duo. The Stampede, Colorado’s oldest rodeo, runs from July 10-13 at the Ski-Hi Complex.

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Kristof Kosmowski: Art symposium at Shumei on July 20 

CRESTONE - Kristof Kosmowski’s work will be on display at the Shumei Gallery in Crestone during July, August, and September. A symposium with Kristof will take place on Sunday, July 20, starting at 3 p.m. A reception will follow until 5 p.m. 

Bike 2 Build set for June 28

ALAMOSA — SLV Habitat for Humanity is hosting Bike 2 Build, the San Luis Valley Century on Saturday, June 28. A most scenic way to experience the beautiful San Luis Valley and support a great cause. 

Summer kicks off at the Boys and Girls Clubs of SLV

ALAMOSA — Summer is officially underway at the Boys and Girls Clubs of the San Luis Valley, and across all six sites, kids are diving into adventure, creativity, and connection. 

Del Norte Music in the Park lineup announced

DEL NORTE - Summer has finally arrived in Del Norte and though the construction is blocking what is sure to be a wonderful view, Music in the Park is the place to be on Thursday nights. It is sponsored by Rhythms on the Rio. 

Kids learn about safety at Bike Rodeo

MONTE VISTA - It was a beautiful morning and sunny afternoon, with about 11 children at the Bike Rodeo at Fullenwider Park on June 14. 

South Fork Youth Fishing Clinic catches a good time

SOUTH FORK - June 14, several young anglers gathered with their families at Saddlebrook Pond just outside of South Fork to enjoy a morning packed full of fishing and fun. The Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) along with the South Fork Visitor Center have hosted this event for well over 10 years and helped spread the joy of fishing to younger generations. 

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Chavez appointed to Colorado DFS Board of Directors by Gov. Polis

DENVER — Guadalupe Parish Credit Union recently announced that Robert A. Chavez, President and Chief Executive Officer, has been appointed by Colorado Governor Jared Polis to serve on the Division of Financial Services Board of Directors. 

Town of Del Norte updates 

DEL NORTE - For almost a year, the Town of Del Norte has been in one phase of construction or another but thanks to precise planning by the team of engineers, the end is finally in sight. According to Del Norte Town Mayor Shelly Burnett, the construction is nearing its end, and the results will be more than wonderful for the beginning of summer. Reminder that businesses on the south side of Grand Avenue are open and can be accessed by way of 6th Street. 

RG County clarifies it is not a sanctuary county

RIO GRANDE COUNTY - At the end of May, Rio Grande County officials received notice of a list of sanctuary counties from concerned residents published by the Colorado Department of Homeland Security (CDHS) and were surprised to find Rio Grande County on the list. The document was published on a website at www.dhs.gov/sanctuary-jurisdictions. This page, along with the list, has since been removed.  

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Second week of Alamosa Round-UP kicks off

Ellanora O’Dell rode backwards and had the best score among 4-year-olds.
ALAMOSA – The second week of the 2025 Alamosa Round-UP started on Thursday with the mutton bustin’ and the open ladies’ barrel race. A total of 51 children ages 4-7 …

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Brittney Hawley had the best time in ladies barrel racing in the slack in 17.53 seconds.
ALAMOSA – The 2025 Alamosa Round-UP got under way on Friday morning with the slack performance. There were three times events in the slack – ladies barrel racing, tie-down roping and …
Dakota Canfield of Damnera Ranch rides John in ranch bronc riding at the Alamosa Round-up ranch rodeo Friday at the rodeo grounds. Canfield won the event with 83 points, and Damnera Ranch won the team competition for the third year in a row with 16 points.
ALAMOSA – For the third straight year, Damnera Ranch from the Lamar area has won the Alamosa Round-Up ranch rodeo. Damnera, which consists of Josh Weimer, Tyler Hainer, Wyatt Wollert, …
Teeka Chacon (left) smashes into Ryan Cordova in the old school class at the Alamosa Round-up demolition derby on Saturday. Chacon won this events as well as large cars, and Cordova was second.
ALAMOSA – The annual Alamosa Round-Up demolition derby took place Saturday with several cars entered. The story of the derby was Teeka Chacon, who won two events. Chacon started by …
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 Robert W Naudack
Robert W Naudack passes away on June 3, 2025, at the age of 95 in Denver, Colo.  Robert was born in Alamosa, Colo., on Dec. 24, 1929, to Robert (Doc) Naudack and Eunice Barnes. 
Dale T. Berkbigler, M.D.
Dale passed away peacefully on June 2, 2025, surrounded by his family at his mountain home near Del Norte, Colo. 
Steve Willard Lawton
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Steven Willard Lawton, a cherished member of our community, who departed this life on May 24, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on Dec. 16, 1953, in Monte Vista, Colo., Steve spent his entire life in the San Luis Valley, a place he truly loved. 
Evelyn Farish
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Evelyn Farish, who departed this life peacefully with her family at her side on May 27, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on Dec. 2, 1942, in Pulaski, Tenn., Evelyn was a cherished resident of Monte Vista, Colo. She is survived by her beloved husband, Eugene Lee Farish, whom she married on June 29, 1996. 
Charlotte June Sheely
Charlotte June Sheely slipped the surly bonds of earth and touched the face of God on Feb. 12, 2025. 

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