Chama Valley & Abiquiú Daily Digest Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Ty's Take
The Chama's running cold and clear this time of year, which is about the only thing a lot of folks around here want to think about come July—never mind the heat or whatever trouble's brewing in town. We've got water, we've got shade under the cottonwoods, and if you're smart you get up early and fish before the sun turns the whole valley into a skillet. It's the rhythm that keeps us here, the one thing that hasn't changed much since our grandfathers were wading the same bends. Everything else—the meth, the sentences handing down from Dulce, even the old Roswell paper closing its doors—that's the world intruding. But the river doesn't care about any of that.
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Fishing Waters Offer Relief from New Mexico Summer Heat
New Mexico's lakes and streams are drawing visitors seeking relief from triple-digit summer heat, according to the state Department of Game and Fish. The cooling waters offer a welcome escape as temperatures continue to climb throughout the season.
A Tierra Amarilla man accused of methamphetamine use and facing federal charges for felon gun possession and stalking was released to a behavioral health facility in Rio Rancho following a federal judge's decision. Ronnie Martinez, 50, remains entangled in the federal justice system over the...
Roswell Daily Record ceases operations
The Roswell Daily Record, a century-old New Mexico newspaper, announced its closure this week while attempting to find new ownership or pursue alternative arrangements to continue serving readers. El Rito Media, which operates several regional papers including the Rio Grande Sun, plans to expand...
Roswell celebrated its famous UFO lore with a new installation unveiled at the annual UFO Festival, continuing the city's tradition of embracing its extraterrestrial cultural identity. The artwork reflects Roswell's ongoing connection to the 1947 alleged alien sighting that put the town on the...
The Española Public Library is hosting Gino's Creative Writing Workshop at 4 p.m. on Wednesday and July 15, with limited seating available for interested participants. Community members can reserve their spots by calling ahead in advance.
Culinary ConfidentialChili Rellenos Wontons With Hot Honey Soy Sauce
Chef Bruce Lesman shares a recipe for Chili Rellenos Wontons that combines Hatch chile and melted cheese in crispy wonton wrappers, served with a sweet-and-spicy hot honey soy sauce. The fusion dish brings Southwestern flavors together with an Asian twist.
Dulce Man Gets 14-Year Sentence
A Dulce man received a 14-year federal prison sentence after fatally shooting his mother's boyfriend during a violent confrontation. Federal Judge Kea Riggs handed down the substantial sentence following the deadly incident.
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