Even as wages inch upward across Sandoval County, many residents still earn far less than what experts say it takes to cover basic needs like rent, food and child care. New data from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Living Wage Calculator shows a single adult needs $24.64 per hour to survive in the county, or […]
Kevin Hendricks
Kevin Hendricks is a local news editor with nm.news. He is a two-decade veteran of local news as a sportswriter and assistant editor with the ABQ Journal and Rio Rancho Observer.
Posted inLocal Government, Sandoval Signpost, Town of Bernalillo
Bernalillo Town Council to consider zoning changes, drainage projects
The Bernalillo Town Council will hold its regular meeting Monday at 6:30 p.m. at Town Hall, with zoning changes, several drainage improvement contracts and personnel matters on the agenda. The council will open the meeting by recognizing the Bernalillo High School Bowling Team as the state 4A champions before moving into a public hearing on […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy, Sandoval Signpost, Town of Bernalillo
U.S. Eagle celebrates 90 years
U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union, the state’s longest-running member-owned financial institution, is celebrating its 90th anniversary this year after nine decades of serving New Mexicans. The credit union opened Dec. 5, 1935, as Albuquerque U.S. Employees Federal Credit Union at 123 4th St. SW — the corner of 4th Street and Gold Avenue, where Amy […]
Posted inLocal Government, Rio Rancho, The 528 Rio Rancho
Why is a mayoral candidate suing the City of Rio Rancho?
A federal lawsuit alleging that Rio Rancho has systematically ignored its own legislative rules has become a central pillar for one candidate in the city’s upcoming mayoral race. The city denies the allegations in the lawsuit and maintains that it has complied with all applicable rules and regulations. Corrine Rios, the lead plaintiff in Rios […]
Posted inRio Rancho, The 528 Rio Rancho
New Mexico Goatheads unveil mascot, Avalanche affiliation
The New Mexico Goatheads have announced a multi-year NHL affiliation agreement with the Colorado Avalanche, establishing a formal player development pipeline as the franchise prepares to begin play in fall 2026. Under the agreement, the Goatheads will serve as the ECHL affiliate of both the Avalanche and their American Hockey League affiliate, the Colorado Eagles. […]
Posted inNew Mexico State Gov., Placitas
Placitas residents trying to end unwarranted flood control agency payments
Some residents of Placitas are crying foul over a special district tax assessment they keep paying, though the debt they’re being taxed for has been paid off. George Franzen, president of the Eastern Sandoval Citizens Association (ESCA), said property owners in Placitas have been overcharged for debt service to the local flood control agency. He […]
Posted inLocal Government, Rio Rancho, The 528 Rio Rancho
High demand sparks growth: Broadmoor Senior Center’s Phase 2 nears completion
Construction on a major expansion of the Broadmoor Senior Center is expected to wrap up by the end of March, adding a new multipurpose room and a sprawling outdoor terrace to the facility. The Broadmoor Senior Center is undergoing planned renovations as part of its second phase after serving thousands of senior citizens over the […]
Posted inNM Political Report
Legislators deliver wins for Gov, land punches against Trump in action-packed 30-day session
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s final regular legislative session started a little rocky but delivered her many of her biggest priorities and legislators introduced dozens of bills responding to federal policy changes implemented under President Donald Trump’s return to office. In the 30-day session, legislators sent the governor bills effectively closing private prisons detaining federal immigration […]
Posted inLocal Government, Placitas
Placitas goes digital: Community lands free pro web development for ‘one-stop-shop’ community website
Placitas is getting a professional website and community calendar, thanks to a free technical assistance program run by the New Mexico Economic Development Department. The Las Placitas Association said the idea grew out of informal conversations among residents. “As things often happen in Placitas, conversations over coffee led to an idea — how cool it […]
Posted inEvents, Rio Rancho
Bowling tournament set to raise funds for veteran-owned businesses in Rio Rancho
The Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce’s “Back Our Veterans” Bowling Tournament has sold out, organizers announced, signaling strong community support for an event aimed at raising grant funding for veteran-owned businesses. The tournament is scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 22, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Tenpins & More, 1416 Deborah Road, Rio Rancho. “To […]