Apr 9, 2026
In the latest episode of Preserving History and Democracy, we sit down with local historian and author David Thomas to explore the fascinating life of Giovanni Maria de Agostini, the mysterious hermit who traveled across South America before arriving in the Mesilla Valley. Drawing from his book Giovanni Maria de...
Apr 2, 2026
Take a behind-the-scenes look at election administration in this special “on tour” episode of the Preserving History and Democracy podcast, recorded live at the New Mexico Secretary of State’s Office in Santa Fe. Host Caroline Zamora is joined by Election Director Mandy Vigil and Bureau of Elections...
Mar 27, 2026
In our latest episode of Preserving History and Democracy, we sit down with Emily Wilson of the Taylor-Mesilla Historic Site to uncover the lives of J. Paul Taylor and Mary Daniels, and how their home became a living time capsule of Southern New Mexico history. From rich cultural artifacts to stories of community, art,...
Mar 19, 2026
In this episode of Preserving History and Democracy, we recap Filing Day in Doña Ana County—an exciting kickoff to the election season filled with enthusiastic candidates, community spirit, and behind-the-scenes moments. Hear directly from local candidates about why they’re running and what drives their commitment...
Mar 13, 2026
In this special milestone episode, the Doña Ana County Clerk’s Office celebrates 100 episodes of Preserving History and Democracy—a journey dedicated to telling the stories that shape our community. From historic documents stored deep in the county archives to heartfelt memories shared by guests and historians,...