Fire restrictions hit Taos Pecos closed amid wildfires
Wildfires blaze across Northern New Mexico trigger Pecos Wilderness closure east of Taos and BLM Stage 1 fire restrictions for Taos. Tres Lagunas Fire nears 9,000 acres at 15 percent containment. Thompson Ridge Fire surpasses 7,000 acres. Stage 2 possible June 10 as fires grow.
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Taos Blizzard win on walk-off homer amid Tundra clash
The Taos Blizzard improved to 3-1 on the Taos Tundra by a walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth to beat Trinidad on June 3. Also in sports, local obituaries note the deaths of Harvey L. Abeyta, Rena Lou Cunico Ballew, Ermy Roy Chacon, and Matthew H. Vigil.
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Penasco Pushes Tax Renewal for School Levy
With under two weeks until the election only a few Penasco voters have cast early ballots on a six year two mill levy for school facilities. Superintendent Theresa Baca-Watson warns nonrenewal by June 18 could leave buildings without needed maintenance or force closing a heated wing. The district appeals to voters after previous failure in February.
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Portables prep for Mumford and Sons Taos concert
Taos anticipates about 8000 attendees for a single evening Mumford and Sons show. Cindy Coss of Bob's Yard estimates 50 toilets inside the venue and 30 around town to handle alcohol, with Solar Fest typically using about 30 toilets for a smaller multi day crowd.
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Gringo Souvenir Sweepstakes fuels Taos controversy
Griffin & Associates faced backlash online after renaming a promotional giveaway to Gringo Souvenir Sweepstakes for Mumford and Sons fans in Taos. The prize includes a two night stay at The Taos Inn and outdoor activities. The name shift followed producer pushback on Dia de los Mumford, tied to a Maldonado artwork inspired by José Posada. The artist says the term reflects context, not offense.
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