As the year draws to a close, the Rio Grande SUN is reflecting on the stories that have shaped Española and Rio Arriba County.
These stories are like the threads in a rich tapestry, interwoven with the strength, challenges and triumphs of our community.
Our coverage of local crime and law enforcement are well read and a reminder of the realities we face.
These stories, however, also underscored our community’s resilience.
They highlighted the dedication of our law enforcement and the community’s collective stand against adversity, striving to make Española a safer place for all.
We continue to battle unsavory politics ridden with nepotism and favoritism. As we step into the new year, the Rio Grande SUN remains committed to telling the stories of our community; stories of courage and hope.
To the people of Rio Arriba County, we extend our deepest gratitude.
Thank you for sharing your stories, for your trust, and for making our community a tapestry of diverse and powerful narratives.
Here’s to a new year filled with more stories of our shared journey, our challenges, victories and unbreakable spirit.
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1. Dead After Late Night Car Crash
http://www.riograndesun.com/news/1-dead-after-late-night-car-crash/article_3b53e994-f658-4737-b7e1-eef6e60558e2.html.
10,002 views
2. County Ready in Case of Evacuations
www.riograndesun.com/news/county-ready-in-case-of-evacuations/article_aa9cef14-b469-4542-a7c6-50fed522a5a5.html
6,956 views
3. Woman’s Body Found on Trail
www.riograndesun.com/news/woman-s-body-found-on-trail/article_1092959a-807c-434b-b04e-b7c2b38d5bd8.html
5,744 views
4. 911 Call Sheds Some Light on Sheriff’s Death
www.riograndesun.com/news/911-call-sheds-some-light-on-sheriff-s-death/article_ebe94609-0d42-4fb3-9e82-b21f6102853c.html
5,530 views
5. Judge Orders Shooter Jailed Until He Turns 21
www.riograndesun.com/news/judge-orders-shooter-jailed-until-he-turns-21/article_ed9b8af3-d721-4223-ac04-0e87ad5de1c7.html
5,217 views
6. YouTuber Declares Española is the ‘New Drug Capital of the United States’
www.riograndesun.com/news/youtuber-declares-espa-ola-is-the-new-drug-capital-of-the-united-states/article_e2c2b535-4448-4bb0-8034-fece37ee4015.html
5,093 views
7. Restraining Order Filed Against Mayor
www.riograndesun.com/news/restraining-order-filed-against-mayor/article_e84e63a3-76a9-49da-b67b-2b5cde2ae2a4.html
4,956 views
8. Deputy on Leave After Embezzlement Accusation
www.riograndesun.com/news/deputy-on-leave-after-embezzlement-accusation/article_057d893e-2fb5-4a5f-9989-ce837bdf9dd9.html
4,895 views
9. NMSP Report IDs Mystery Woman, Friend With Merrifield
www.riograndesun.com/news/nmsp-report-ids-mystery-woman-friend-with-merrifield/article_4d80fa87-b94d-4bc1-9f75-4d452a41c835.html
4,726 views
10. Mayor Accused of Sexual Assault
www.riograndesun.com/news/mayor-accused-of-sexual-assault/article_d307005d-a52d-4e06-b238-06f115289550.html
4,317 views