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Harold Hugh Hiatt, affectionately known as "Hughie," passed away on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024, at the age of 82. He fought bravely in his last few years, continuing to embrace his bachelor days at his long-term residence in Alamosa. 

Beloved Alamosa resident Sadie Elizabeth Martinez, 83, departed this life on Sept. 17, 2024. Born on Jan. 12, 1941, in Alamosa, Colo., to Scotty Garcia and Maria (Padilla) Garcia, Sadie was the twinkle in her parents' eyes. 

Herbert James Taylor III, 89, known affectionately as Herb and professionally as Jim, passed away peacefully on Sept. 4, 2024, at the Evergreen Nursing Home in Alamosa, Colo. Born on Feb. 27, 1935, in a modest railroad house between the tracks on the south side of Alamosa, Herb's journey through life was as remarkable as the man himself. 

ALAMOSA — Close to 60 volunteers gathered for more than four hours Friday morning to thoroughly clean a stretch of land that runs along the banks of the Rio Grande. 

ALAMOSA – Adams State University is dedicated to the safety and well-being of all students, faculty, and staff. The campus community now has an award-winning uSafeUS app, to improve safety and reinforce consent and how to report sexual assault, relationship violence or stalking. 

ALAMOSA — The Velhagen clock has been restored to its original glory and is ready to be installed on Sept. 25 and 26 in downtown Alamosa. Such a simple sentence falls far short of capturing the devotion and determination it took to get the clock restored, starting with the efforts of John Davis who, years ago, saved the clock from being hauled away to the dump. 

SLV Appliance, 239 Walker Rd., Alamosa, celebrates their new business and membership with the Alamosa Chamber of Commerce on Sept. 19.  

ALAMOSA – Adams State University is proud to host Tom Bruscino, Ph.D., ’99, a former football star and currently professor in the Department of Military Strategy, Planning, and Operations at the U. S. Army War College in Carlisle Barracks, Penn. His talk begins at 12 p.m., Friday, Sept. 27, in McDaniel Hall 101. 

I am excited to announce that I am running for re-election for Alamosa County Commissioner, District 1. I was born and raised in Alamosa County, I attended Alamosa High School, I have a bachelor's and master's degree from Adams State University, I am a small business owner with my husband, and we have a small ranch.

I have called the San Luis Valley home for nearly five decades. Married with four children and four grandchildren, I am deeply rooted in the community I serve. With over 30 years in law enforcement, including roles as a police chief and detective, I have dedicated my life to public safety and community well-being.

ALAMOSA — When Anne Kelly was first appointed and then elected as the district attorney for the 12th Judicial District, she made a promise to the public to be transparent. Kelly made good on that promise Thursday night, Sept. 19, with a forum on violence in Alamosa, organized in response to a spate of violent crimes this summer. 

MOSCA – The 10th-ranked Sargent High School volleyball team had a tough task on Thursday as it traveled to face perennial power Sangre de Cristo. The Lady Farmers got a tough contest early …

SARGENT SCHOOL – The Sargent High School football team returned home on Friday for a game against winless Custer County at the SHS field. The visiting Bobcats proved to be no match for the …

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John Buhr, 91, passed away in Colorado Springs, (Penrose Hospital), on Sept. 13, 2024. John was born on Feb. 15, 1933, on a small farm in Mesita, Colo. He was the 5th child of 6 from Orville and Ebba Buhr. 

Irene Soares Falk passed away on Sept. 11, 2024, at her residence in Del Norte, Colo. Born on Dec. 16, 1937, in Redding, Calif., Irene's life was one filled with compassion, creativity, and a deep …

Doris Lucile Hathaway has left her earthly journey to celebrate her eternal destination. Doris was born on June 30, 1938, in Monte Vista, Colo., and entered into her eternal rest on Sept. 8, 2024, at Pikes Peak Hospice Care in Colorado Springs. Doris lived at the Tri County Senior Center in Monte Vista, for the past 5 years.  

Dustin Ray Marion, a beloved figure in his community and a cherished husband, father, son, and brother, passed away on Sept. 15, 2024, in Monte Vista, Colo. Born in Farmington, N.M., on May 13, 1991, Dustin's life was one filled with passion, creativity, and love for those closest to him.