Editorial: Drug rehab center idea deserves public discussion
An editorial urges Northern New Mexico to consider an ecumenical drug rehabilitation center in Taos as a humane alternative to incarceration. It cites law enforcement limits, calls for church and school partnerships, and invites diverse public involvement and questions on funding staffing and services. A community meeting is planned December 13 at Taos High School cafeteria to gauge interest.
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Taos
Michael Sheehan
Terry Brennan
Holy Trinity Parish
Enos Garcia
Clorinda Gonzales
Brennan
Gonzales
Taos High School
America
National Public Radio
Network TV
Taos County Democrats Set Election Amid Challenges
Taos County Democrats plan Dec 8 voting to pick county chairs and four precinct leaders after challenges from James Duran and Andy Vigil supporters. Taos Health Systems sues the county for at least $58,000 withheld from the indigent fund. Juvenile officer Mary Martinez notes parents keeping kids home to “get back” at welfare workers over new requirements.
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Taos County
James Duran
Andy Vigil
Taos Health Systems, Inc
Holy Cross Hospital
Mary Martinez
Taos letter praises Sheriff Martinez amid county dispute
Cecilia Quintana defends Sheriff Martinez against County Attorney Morrison and media scrutiny. The letter commends Martinez for protecting Taos residents and urges officials to focus on community growth, while urging support for his re election.
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Jeffrey Martinez
Dale Morrison
Charlie] Martinez
Taos
Martinez
Morrison
Sheriff Martinez
Cecilia Quintana Taos
Readings on the Koran Spark Turn Debate
In the My Turns column readers express hand wringing over why others hate the United States. The piece probes whether policies or actions have fueled resentment and calls for reflection on how to respond. The tone is cautious and seeks understandings rather than blame.
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Letters on publishing policies and controversial views
Community letters must be original brief, hand signed, with verification details. They may include a photo and be edited for style. Writers are limited in frequency. The text discusses wartime policy, religious extremism, and editorials about George Bush, Iraq, and Taliban liberation, urging readers to study the Koran and note conflicts.
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Pearl Harbor
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Hussein
Kuwait
Nazi Germany
Kabul
Taliban
Mohammed
Jim Cuayrou Taog
Tradiciones supplement honors and community tributes in Taos News
A Taos News supplement debut on October 26 titled Tradiciones prompts praise for the tradition rich issue. Congratulations go to Luis Reyes Jr for Citizen of the Year and to the Gonzales family for dedicating the Raices section in memory of their mother.
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Taos
Tradiciones
Luis Reyes Jr
Francis
Bertha Quintana
Gonzales
Questioning authority and choosing peace over war
Ken O'Neil argues that questioning authority strengthens democracy and urges redirecting defense funds to social needs. He cautions against collateral damage and insists that true security comes from peace, understanding grievances, and embracing nonviolent strength over military escalation.
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