Alamosa Daily Digest Saturday, May 30, 2026
Ty's Take
Two of the valley's oldest news voices decided this week they're stronger together than apart, which says something about where we are right now—smaller papers everywhere are figuring out that survival means consolidation, and our region's no different. But here's what matters more than the business side: the Valley Courier and SLV Journal both understand that covering water fights, land use battles, and how adobe adobe holds together centuries of culture takes roots in a place, not just a bureau in Denver. If they keep that local spine intact, this merger could actually mean more reporting on the things that matter here—not fewer.
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Alamosa News
Live from Adams State! It’s Saturday night!!
Adams State University President David Tandberg will join the campus improv troupe on stage this Saturday for a spontaneous performance with no script or rehearsal. The university leader says his experience giving speeches will help, though he admits feeling some nervousness about the unexpected...
Valley Courier, SLV Journal unite to form regional publication
The Valley Courier and San Luis Valley Journal are merging operations to create a single regional newspaper serving all six counties starting April 29. The combined publication will expand news coverage, adopt a smaller community-size format preferred by readers, and partner with local...
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Valley Courier
Sierra Grande’s new recruitment tool: Housing
Sierra Grande School District is building four affordable housing units on school grounds to recruit and retain teachers and staff in the rural community. With rents set between $600 and $800 monthly, the district hopes to fill the homes by August as it experiences steady enrollment growth.
List of contested primary races in the Valley
The San Luis Valley's six counties will see multiple competitive races in the June 30 primary election, with positions including clerk, assessor, sheriff, and county commissioner contested in several areas. Voters affiliated with a political party must finalize their status by June 8 to participate...
‘She makes students rise to their best selves’
Centauri Middle School art teacher Kirsten Riccatone earned the Educator Highlight Award from Adams State University for inspiring students to create their best work and connect with local artistic traditions. Her students regularly earn top honors at regional art competitions through her emphasis...
How adobe binds art, architecture, tradition
A new exhibition titled 'Unearthing Futures / Desenterrando Futuros' at Fort Garland Museum & Cultural Center explores how adobe construction binds together art, architecture, and cultural traditions in the San Luis Valley.
Help Alamosa make its next comprehensive plan
The City of Alamosa is inviting residents to participate in planning the town's future through the We Are Alamosa Project, which promises to make the comprehensive planning process collaborative, inclusive, and engaging for the community.
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