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Alamogordo Daily Digest Thursday, June 18, 2026

Ty McDuffey

18 Jun 2026 — 2 min read

Ty's Take

Milton Johnson spent fifty years in that hat shop on New York Avenue turning felt and ribbon into something that looked like it came from another century, and most of us just walked past without thinking much about it. But that's how it works in a town like this—the real craftspeople don't advertise themselves, they just show up and do the work until one day somebody finally asks how long they've been at it and realizes decades have gone by. The district playoffs are running this week, the Father's Day specials are up, and life keeps moving forward the way it always does here. But it's worth stopping by Montecristi before Milton's hands decide they've done enough, because some things don't get made the same way twice.

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‘Magical realism’ defines decades-long career of iconic New Mexico hatmaker Milton Johnson at Montecristi Hat Works

Milton Johnson has spent decades crafting hats at Montecristi Hat Works in New Mexico, building an iconic career rooted in entrepreneurial spirit and artisanal skill. His decades-long dedication to the craft has earned him recognition as a master hatmaker in the region.

Here’s what’s happening in Alamogordo

The Alamogordo area is hosting a variety of community events this week, with activities planned across Alamogordo, Tularosa, Cloudcroft, and Holloman Air Force Base. Residents interested in submitting upcoming events to the community calendar can contact the Alamogordo Daily News at...

Tularosa Basin teams in district playoffs

Youth baseball teams from Alamogordo and Tularosa are competing in Little League District 2 tournaments this week, with multiple teams from the Alamogordo Rotary and Tularosa entering the 8-10 Minors division. The district playoffs are taking place in Roswell.

Father’s Day Feast: 16 oz Rib Eye with Hatch Garlic Butter

A recipe for Father's Day features a hearty 16-ounce rib eye steak topped with Hatch garlic butter, served alongside mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables for a restaurant-quality meal at home. The dish offers a bold and memorable way to celebrate dads this weekend.

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