Taos County Declares Disaster After Record Snowstorm
A major snowstorm on the first winter day cripples Taos area with 15 to 20 inches of snow. County officials declare disaster status, schools close, and road crews struggle with limited equipment as private contractors are mobilized. Temperatures plunge to minus 36 degrees in places. Government operations run late. ski valley reports 18 inches in 24 hours. Page A-2 storm note.
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Christmas Storm Brings Record Snow to New Mexico Resorts
Skiers enjoyed exceptional early season snow across New Mexico as a major storm delivered heavy totals to Taos Ski Valley Red River Angel Fire and Sipapu. Bases ranged from 60 to 96 inches with lifts running though temps stayed frigid. Torchlight parades and fireworks planned for New Year’s Eve as crowds anticipate continued powder through the holiday weekend.
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Blizzard Task Yet Taos Ski Valley Draws Skier Crowd
Blizzard conditions on Friday December 21 failed to deter 1500 hardy skiers who headed to Taos Ski Valley. With only one lift operating due to severe weather, guests found soft early season snow on Jean's Glade where Gary Parker of Arroyo Seco sped through trees on a steep protected run.
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New Year Offices Set to Close Across Agencies
Government offices from federal to local plan closures on New Year’s Day January 1, with varying hours on December 31. Town offices shut New Year’s Eve, county offices open. district court decision pending. Banks trim hours on New Year’s Eve and close for New Year’s Day.
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Taos News corrects CTBS scores for Taos Valley School
The Taos News clarifies that Normal Curve Equivalent scores were reported for Taos Valley School in the December 13 edition, not NP scores. For Taos Valley, Grade 3 reading 79 language 81 math 87 battery 85. Grade 5 reading 82 language 63 math 62 battery 71. Grade 8 reading 85 language 79 math 67 battery 79.
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Co op power poles halt road projects
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative poles block Cruz Alta and Gusdorf roads slowing sewer and road work in Cruz Alta. Mayor Eloy Jeantete and public works director cite winter delays and potholes as reasons to compel relocation by spring. Town to issue formal notice to co op with a deadline.
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Taos Yacht and Sports Club Expands Charity Work
Inside GOOD SPORTS: Taos Yacht and Sports Club, a membership only club, expands into charity efforts alongside its recreational focus. Weather records show a chilling December with highs near 38 and lows down to minus 27, a warming trend then an arctic outbreak expected by Saturday.
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