Alamogordo Daily Digest Sunday, August 16, 2026
Ty's Take
Violence on a Tuesday afternoon reminds you that Alamogordo's still a town where things can flip hard and fast, but what sticks with me today is the photographer story, the one about the person who spent years capturing this basin and nobody around here knew his name. That's the real weight of a small place sometimes, not the arrests or the court dockets, but the quiet work that happens in plain sight and doesn't get seen until somebody finally bothers to look back. The fishing's good right now if you've got time to get out before the heat breaks, and Cloudcroft's volleyball team's got their shot at state, so there's plenty of reasons to get outside and remember why we live in this particular corner of the high desert. Just matters what you choose to notice while you're here.
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Man and woman arrested following stabbing incident in Alamogordo
An Alamogordo man and a Tularosa woman have been arrested and charged with felonies following a stabbing incident that occurred in Alamogordo on August 2. Kristopher George, 28, was arrested on a single count of aggravated battery for his alleged role in the attack.
Tales from the Tularosa BasinThe famous photographer whose name no one knew
A columnist reflects on the legacy of a celebrated but largely anonymous photographer whose work captured the beauty of the Tularosa Basin region. The piece explores how certain artists and their contributions can fade from public memory despite their significant impact on their communities.
Take advantage of summer’s last fishing gasp
As August arrives and summer winds down across New Mexico, outdoor enthusiasts still have time to enjoy fishing before school returns and fall approaches. The New Mexico Department of Wildlife encourages families to make the most of the remaining warm weather opportunities.
Cloudcroft volleyball seeks success on state’s biggest stage
Cloudcroft High School's volleyball team is aiming to return to championship glory after a successful run three years ago when the Bears posted a 24-1 record and reached the state Final Four. The team is preparing to compete at the highest level of state play this season.
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