Antonito Daily Digest Sunday, May 24, 2026
Ty's Take
The news out of the valley this week runs the full spectrum—relief that a missing woman's been found safe, word that two papers are joining forces to cover more ground, and the usual reminders that we're living between bigger forces that don't much care about our ZIP codes. The Surface Transportation Board's final call on rail abandonment, Xcel's talk of power shutoffs come fire season, immigration meetings in town—these aren't separate stories in a place like Antonito. They're all part of the same pressure: the question of whether the old infrastructure and the old ways hold, or whether we adapt or get left behind. Good thing we've got music at Society Hall and a comedy coming around, because some weeks you need those things to remember why you're still here.
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Conejos County Citizen
Missing Alamosa woman Tiffany Ortiz has been found safe, according to the Alamosa Police Department. Police thanked the public and partner agencies for their assistance in locating her.
Crys Matthews, acclaimed singer for the times, at Society Hall
Singer-songwriter Crys Matthews, a Nashville-based artist known for blending country, folk, and blues with socially conscious lyrics, will perform at Society Hall in Alamosa on Thursday, April 30 at 7:30 p.m. Matthews is recognized as one of the leading voices in contemporary social justice music.
Airness- an energetic comedy with a feel good message
ASU's Theatre Department is staging "Airness," a comedy about young air guitar enthusiasts competing in a national championship that delivers both laughs and a heartfelt message about friendship and belonging. The energetic production features standout performances and a welcoming yet gritty...
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 covering all six San Luis Valley counties starting April 29. The new publication will feature a community-size format, expanded color pages, and increased news coverage with additional staff...
Xcel Energy is preparing for possible Public Safety Power Shutoffs beginning Wednesday to reduce wildfire risk, with outages expected around 9 a.m. in western Colorado counties and around 11 a.m. in San Luis Valley counties including Alamosa, Conejos, Costilla, Rio Grande, and Saguache.
Surface Transportation Board makes final decision on rail abandonment
The federal Surface Transportation Board has approved Colorado Pacific Rio Grande Railroad's request to withdraw its abandonment notice for the 26.5-mile rail line between Monte Vista and South Fork. The railroad withdrew the abandonment after local property owners objected to plans converting the...
Hurd meets with immigration advocates
Congressman Jeff Hurd met privately with San Luis Valley immigration advocates who demanded action on improving conditions for immigrants held in ICE detention facilities. Faith-based and community groups presented Hurd with a declaration signed by 1,500 people calling for an end to inhumane...
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