Staff report ARCA is inviting the Rio Rancho and Albuquerque communities to its 14th annual Bowl-A-Thon, a Beach Party Bowling celebration. The event will take place on Saturday, June 7th, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Ten Pins & More, located at 1416 Deborah Rd SE in Rio Rancho. This fundraising event will support […]
Kevin Hendricks, nm.news
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 inEducation, New Mexico Statewide News, rio-rancho
Senator Heinrich holds roundtable in Rio Rancho to discuss public education concerns
By Kevin Hendricks U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich hosted a roundtable discussion with educators in Rio Rancho on April 16 to address concerns about federal funding cuts and their impact on public education. The conversation at Rio TECH, home of Rio Rancho Public Schools’ Career Technical Education program, focused on President Donald Trump’s policies and their […]
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BernCo warns of possible service adjustments Thursday as PNM considers Public Safety Power Shutoff
Staff report Bernalillo County is preparing for potential service adjustments on Thursday as PNM considers a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) in the East Mountains due to extreme wildfire risk. PNM alerted customers Tuesday to prepare for possible weather-related power outages this week due to strong winds and low humidity combining to increase wildfire risk. […]
Posted inNew Mexico Legislature #nmleg, nmstatewide, rio-rancho
Rio Rancho mayor will join race for GOP nomination for governor
Kevin Hendricks The mayor of Rio Rancho will run for the Republican nomination for governor of New Mexico next year. Gregg Hull, who is in the middle of his third term as mayor of New Mexico’s second most populous city, has been toying with the idea of running for months. Hull announced he will speak […]
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‘Star Wars Fest 2025: Rise of a Thousand Vaders’ coming to Loma Colorado Main Library
Staff report Star Wars fans of all ages are invited to “Star Wars Fest 2025: Rise of a Thousand Vaders,” which promises a dive into the Star Wars universe. The free event at the Loma Colorado Main Library is set for Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. More than 1,000 people turned out for […]
Posted inEast Mountains
PNM warns of potential power outages due to wildfire risk
Staff report PNM is alerting customers to prepare for possible weather-related power outages this week due to strong winds and low humidity combining to increase wildfire risk. The National Weather Service has issued Red Flag Warnings for several parts of the state, prompting PNM to adjust system settings to mitigate the risk of power lines […]
Posted inEdgewood, Events
Edgewood to host Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Hop Run/Walk
Staff report It will be a busy Easter weekend in Edgewood with two events at Venus Park.. The Town of Edgewood’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Teen Advisory Council are again partnering for the town’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday from 1- 3 p.m.The free event will feature activities, the Daily Bread food […]
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Water Planning Committee expresses concerns about Campbell Ranch
By Hannah Grover Members of the Estancia Basin Water Planning Committee expressed concerns during an April meeting about how a proposed subdivision could impact water resources in the East Mountains. The proposed Campbell Ranch development could lead to 4,000 new homes as well as two golf courses being built in the East Mountains area. The […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Moriarty
Cibola Arts Gallery celebrates 30 Years of creativity in Mountainair
Staff report Cibola Arts Gallery celebrated its 30th anniversary this month, marking three decades of artistic collaboration and community involvement. Founded by Mary Shultz and a dozen local artists, the gallery has operated as an artist-run cooperative since its inception. Over 50 artists have contributed to the gallery over the years, reflecting Mountainair’s evolving culture. […]
Opinion
Letter to the Editor: Bassett family touched by condalances
Submitted by Frances, Eugene, Bill, John and Kenneth Bassett The family of Josephine Bassett wishes to thank everyone who reached out to us upon Jospehine’s passing. Our family deeply appreciated all those who sent floral arrangements, planted trees in mom’s memory, provided food and who attended or participated in her visitation, rosary and celebration of […]