Taos News

11/29/2025

Taos schools join statewide electric bus pilot program

The Taos Municipal Schools District has joined a statewide pilot program testing the viability of electric buses across New Mexico’s varied climate and terrain.

The program launched this fall through a partnership between the New Mexico Economic Development Department and GreenPower Motor Company. The electric buses pose no cost to school districts and are funded by a $5 million capital outlay appropriation passed by the State Legislature.

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The Taos Municipal Schools District has joined a statewide pilot program testing the viability of electric buses across New Mexico’s varied climate and terrain. The program launched this fall …

11/29/2025

Missing Santa Fe mother, child found safe in Taos County, police say

A mother and her 6-year-old son from Santa Fe who had been reported missing have been located safe in Taos County, according to police.

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A mother and her 6-year-old son from Santa Fe who had been reported missing have been located safe in Taos County, according to police.

11/29/2025

Stray Hearts preps Dec. 1 shelter reopening

Stray Hearts held an open house at its shelter facility Saturday (Nov. 22) in anticipation of the shelter reopening Monday (Dec. 1). The shelter has been closed since June due to a funding crisis and loss of staff.

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Stray Hearts held an open house at its shelter facility Saturday (Nov. 22) in anticipation of the shelter reopening Monday (Dec. 1). The shelter has been closed since June due

11/28/2025

Questa secures $375K for new fire truck

Village of Questa Fire/EMS will acquire a new brush truck soon, thanks to a $375,000 federal appropriation.

Questa Mayor John Ortega said the village currently has one wildland fire truck that has been in service since 2009.

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Village of Questa Fire/EMS will acquire a new brush truck soon, thanks to a $375,000 federal appropriation. Questa Mayor John Ortega said the village currently has one wildland fire truck

11/28/2025

Students step into flamenco and a drug-free future

Students at Arroyos del Norte Elementary spent the week learning the rhythms and discipline of flamenco as part of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency Educational Foundation’s Youth Dance Program, which returned to Taos for its second year. The residency, led by artists from the Santa Fe–based EmiArteFlamenco Academy, brought professional instruction, cultural education and drug-free messaging to classrooms through daily movement and music sessions. The week culminated with a student performance.

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Students at Arroyos del Norte Elementary spent the week learning the rhythms and discipline of flamenco as part of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency Educational Foundation’s Youth Dance Program, …

11/28/2025

The Taos Pueblo Day School Giving Thanks Powwow was held on Thursday (Nov. 27) inside the Taos Pueblo Community Center, 220 Rotten Tree Road.

Video by Geoffrey Plant

11/28/2025

The Taos Pueblo Day School Giving Thanks Powwow is happening right now inside the Taos Pueblo community Community Center, 220 Rotten Tree Road.

11/27/2025

Taos MainStreet seeks to fund cultural events

Taos MainStreet is looking for ideas for new events that highlight local traditions and culture.

As part of the ongoing Destination Stewardship Network effort in Taos, Taos MainStreet is launching a Cultural Events Fund to provide financial and technical support for cultural events that invite both locals and visitors to engage in Northern New Mexico’s cultural traditions, according to a Nov. 21 announcement.

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Taos MainStreet is looking for ideas for new events that highlight local traditions and culture. As part of the ongoing Destination Stewardship Network effort in Taos, Taos MainStreet is launching

11/27/2025

Thanksgiving your way: From buttermilk turkey to Spam sculptures

The Thanksgiving holiday means different things to different people and traditions come in all shapes, sizes and flavors. In a town filled with creative minds, some traditions go beyond turkey, tamales and opening-day ski runs.

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The Thanksgiving holiday means different things to different people and traditions come in all shapes, sizes and flavors. In a town filled with creative minds, some traditions go beyond turkey,

11/27/2025

UNM-Taos seeks to strengthen tribal partnerships

UNM-Taos and Taos Pueblo continue to expand a partnership aimed at improving access to higher education, honoring Pueblo sovereignty, and increasing culturally responsive support for Tribal students, according to a press release from the university.

The partnership began under former UNM-Taos Executive Director Kate O’Neill, who served from 2006 to 2016, and gained momentum last year. In December 2024, Taos Pueblo Governor Fred L. Romero and the University of New Mexico signed a memorandum of agreement to formalize the collaboration.

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UNM-Taos and Taos Pueblo continue to expand a partnership aimed at improving access to higher education, honoring Pueblo sovereignty, and increasing culturally responsive support for Tribal students, …

11/27/2025

Hungry for something new? Our Dining Out Winter 2026 magazine is landing soon, and it's packed with sizzling burgers, international bites, warm winter cocktails, and insider picks for every kind of foodie.

It’s your seasonal map to eating, sipping, and savoring across Taos and the Enchanted Circle. Stay tuned… your next great meal is right around the corner.

Find your copy in the December 11 edition!

11/26/2025

Town waives utility late fees

The Town of Taos is waiving late fees on water bills for the next six months, after a switch to a new utility billing system led to a host of issues for the town and customers.

From April through October, some customers never received a bill, while others received exorbitant and incorrect bills.

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The Town of Taos is waiving late fees on water bills for the next six months, after a switch to a new utility billing system led to a host of