Evans Fernandez win Taos Town Council race in landslide
Taos natives Nathaniel Evans and Darren Fernandez won the Taos Town Council contest on March 1 in a field of 11. They defeated Meliton Struck, Pasqualito Maestas and Pavel Lukes as Evans claimed one of the largest margins in recent races, aided by strong ground game. Evans, a Taos Charter School teacher, highlighted housing and youth opportunities as priorities, thanking supporters and noting a learning curve on council duties.
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Taos Teams Set For Playoff Runs In Regional Showdowns
Taos boys and girls basketball teams prep for playoff matchups with West Las Vegas and St. Michael’s while Questa heads to Mora for its playoff game. Taos Ice Tigers aim for state tournament berth in Taos. Also on sports page, obituaries note deaths of Margarita Lucia Pacheco of Taos on Feb 22, Florence Rael of Questa on Feb 27, Deacon Clarence DeLozier on Feb 26, Vicente Martinez of Taos on Feb 24, Pete Farrow of Tucumcari on Feb 20, Robert Martinez of Taos on Feb 21.
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Alvan Edward “Pete” Farrow
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Robert N. Martinez
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Holy Cross seeks mill levy to stabilize fragile finances
Holy Cross Hospital faces long running losses with audits showing more than $21 million in deficits from 2010 to 2015. Officials urge a temporary mill levy to generate about $5 million over four years to fund infrastructure and equipment, while ongoing care remains tied to government insurance reimbursements that fall short of costs. Early voting already underway with over 1,300 ballots cast and Election Day set for March 8.
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New Mexico Supreme Court reprimands DA and judge
The New Mexico Supreme Court reprimanded district attorney Donald Gallegos of Taos and former prosecutor Emilio Chavez, now a district judge, over 94 subpoenas issued in 2012-2013 without judge or grand jury approval. The board said the practice skirted oversight. defense argued it was a legal gray area to expedite investigations.
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Taos Plans Forum On Controversial Rezoning Proposal
Taos will host an informational forum on a rezoning plan for about 20 acres near Paseo del Pueblo Sur. The March 3 session 6 to 8 p.m. at Town Council Chambers will include a staff presentation and a Q&A. The goal is guiding development south of the historic district. approval hinges on Planning and Zoning Commission recommendation and Town Council vote.
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Paseo del Pueblo Sur
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Taos Planning and Zoning Commission
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