The Enchanted Circle News
A New Year, A Choice We Still Have to Make
JPublisher/Editor, anuary doesn’t arrive with argument ends. fireworks in the Enchanted We also see the quiet good. The Circle. steady good. The kind that never It shows up quietly — after demands attention. the decorations come down, after Neighbors...
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A Wild West Christmas in Early Moreno Valley
Long before Eagle Nest was a village — and long before anyone thought to map the Moreno Valley — a handful of ranchers, miners, homesteaders, and drifting cowhands carved out a life in the high country. Winters were harsh in the 1880s, with snow...
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EVERY VOTE MATTERS – Especially Here at Home
When it comes to voting, it’s easy to believe the myth that one person’s ballot doesn’t really make a difference. In national elections, where millions of votes are counted across states and time zones, it can feel like individual voices get lost in...
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1st-Generation Students: Building Bridges to the Future
The American Dream is one of aspiration. It is built on the premise that a great idea, a good education, and hard work can ensure a bright future. That dream is alive in the hearts and minds of so many students who aspire to a higher education. And...
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Bears, Sunsets, & the Secret Life of Fuzzy Philosophers
What if I told you that sometimes, New Mexico’s black bears— the shaggy, cinnamon-, chocolate-, or bonde-colored locals of our mountain forests— hit pause on their survival routine just to…watch the sunset? Sounds like a tall tale, right? After all,...
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Loose Dogs, Lost Lives: A Wake-Up Call for Dog Owners
Atragedy occurred just north of Eagle Nest this month—one that should shake every responsible pet owner to their core. On the quiet morning of July 7th, local rancher Dave Mutz and his family made their usual rounds to feed their rescue animals. But...
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What is a Patriot?
Patriot” is a word we hear constantly, especially around Independence Day, election season, or any time the American flag waves high. It’s printed on bumper stickers, shouted from podiums, and used to question people’s loyalty—or prove it. But...
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Don’t Miss the Forest for the Trees...
With wildfire season looming and minimal snowfall over the winter, Northern New Mexico officials are ramping up forest thinning and fire prevention efforts across Colfax County. Crews are currently at work on multiple large-scale projects aimed at...
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Greenie Peak Trail System Closed for Elk Calving
Every year, confusion arises among both locals and visitors regarding the seasonal closure of the Greenie Peak Trail System for elk calving. To help protect this important natural habitat and avoid any misunderstandings, it’s crucial to clarify the...
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The Vital Role of Local Newspapers
In small towns across the country, newspapers are more than just sources of information – they are the heartbeat of the community. They document the stories that define us, from local government decisions and school events to business milestones and...
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Rockin’ the Roundhouse ‘25 Cimarron Bands Style
Can you imagine the thrill it would be for a group of Middle School band students to play “America the Beautiful”, and “God Bless America”, under the massive New Mexico State Capitol rotunda? Well, thanks to Cimarron’s & Eagle Nest’s Band Director,...
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Land Grab Scripted Right Out of a Taylor Sheridan Show “”
Publisher/Editor On December 16th, 2024, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced that it is moving forward with three potential National Interest Electric Transmission Corridors (NIETCs) and issued a notice in the Federal Register seeking comment on...
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Up, Up, & Away!
Ihad the supreme honor of being Official Passenger #1 (Boarding pass #1) on the inaugural flight from Angel Fire Airport on December 19th, 2024. The welcome sight of the aircraft was delightful, and the weather was simply paradise perfect. Advance Air...
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And Snow it Goes
As the sun rises over the snow-capped peaks, the fruits of the night’s labor become evident. The once-empty slopes now glisten under the morning light, transformed into a winter wonderland ready to welcome skiers and snowboarders. The meticulous...
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More Than A Village, It’s Taken A Valley...
December 6th marks St. Nicholas Day, a celebration honoring a saint renowned for his giftgiving, who inspired the modern-day figure of Santa Claus. This year, there’s an additional reason to celebrate that weekend: Holy Angels Mission Church in Angel...
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Ms NM Saloon Girls ‘24
The Miss New Mexico Saloon Girls of 2024 are: Roni, Jessica, Kaycee, Jamie & Leanne! Great event put on by the Laguna Vista Saloon (aka The Goonie)in Eagle Nest along with the Annual Worm Eating Contest,
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Just a Cheeseburger in Paradise...
There is an expression from one of my favorite baseball movies, Field of Dreams, that rings true for so many situations in life. “If you build it, they will come.” In this case, Eagle Nest-based realtor Stacie Ewing, of American West Ranches, had the...
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Celebrating the Retirement of Chuck Howe and Dan Rakes From the National Veterans Wellness and Healing Center
In a heartfelt announcement, the National Veterans Wellness and Healing Center (NVWHC) is both proud and emotional as it announces the retirement of two of its founding pillars: LTC (R) Chuck Howe and Mr. Dan Rakes. After years of unwavering dedication...
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We the People of the United States,
in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this...
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