B Street Market Farm will receive more than $83,000 in federal funding to purchase equipment that will help extend the harvest season for local produce. The Mountainair business is among 18 New Mexico agribusinesses awarded grants totaling $3.54 million through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure program. The grants, distributed in partnership […]
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East Mountain Toy Exchange returns for holiday season
The East Mountain Toy Exchange will return this month to collect and distribute gently used toys to families in need throughout the community. The free toy shopping event will take place Dec. 12-14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 65 Rainbow Rd. in the Sandia Airpark. Signs will direct visitors to the location. Organizers […]
Posted inEdgewood
Edgewood to host annual Twinkle Light Parade, tree lighting
The town of Edgewood will hold its annual holiday celebration Dec. 5, featuring a Twinkle Light Parade, tree lighting ceremony and the kickoff of Route 66 Centennial festivities. The evening begins at 6 p.m. with the Twinkle Light Parade, which will travel along Municipal Way and New Mexico 344 before concluding at Venus Park, located […]
Posted inEast Mountains
Annual New Mexico Ski Swap returns this weekend
Winter sports enthusiasts across New Mexico have a chance to stock up on gear and equipment this weekend as the annual New Mexico Ski Swap returns to Expo New Mexico. The three-day event, which began Friday, serves as the largest fundraiser for the all-volunteer Sandia Peak Ski Patrol and has been a state tradition since […]
Posted inTorrance County
Torrance County sheriff seeks community input for employee awards
Torrance County Sheriff David Frazee is requesting residents nominate deputies and civilian employees for the department’s annual “Deputy of the Year Award and Civilian of the Year Award,” according to a press release issued by the sheriff’s office. The awards recognize outstanding service to the community, with selections based on exemplary service, bravery, leadership and […]
Posted inMoriarty
City’s alcohol policy prompts new event coordinator to resign at City Council meeting
By Lauren Lifke Moriarty event coordinator Debbie Adcock resigned from her position at the Moriarty City Council meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 12, because she was given the requirement to work with alcohol licenses, which was not in her job description, she said. During public comment, Adcock told the council that, although she has enjoyed the […]
Posted inMountainair
Jazz & Blues Festival to feature award-winning artists in Mountainair
The Manzano Mountain Arts Council will host its Jazz & Blues Festival on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the MMAC Center, 101 E. Broadway. The free event will feature performances by Tracey Whitney and Oscar Butler, with an art exhibit opening and wine tasting also scheduled. Whitney, a former Raelette who […]
Posted inEdgewood
Town of Edgewood to discuss Marathon Pipeline, water rights, town manager position
By Lauren Lifke The Town of Edgewood commission will discuss, consider and take action on a proposed pipeline reroute, road equipment issues, water rights, and finding an interim town manager during Wednesday’s meeting, which starts at 6 p.m. at Town Hall. Following Nina McCracken’s departure from the town manager position at the last meeting, the […]
Posted inMoriarty
Moriarty City Council to consider $1.4 million in public safety vehicle purchases
The Moriarty City Council will consider spending more than $1.4 million on new police vehicles and ambulances during its regular meeting Wednesday evening. The council will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Moriarty Civic Center, 202 Broadway Street South. The fire department is seeking approval to purchase two ambulances, including one four-wheel-drive gasoline model, for […]
Posted inTorrance County
They’ll have to kill me: Torrance County suspect threatened suicide by cop during domestic violence standoff
A 38-year-old man faces multiple charges, including attempted burglary and battery, following a domestic violence incident in Torrance County, according to a criminal complaint filed Wednesday in magistrate court. The Torrance County Sheriff’s Office responded to a domestic violence call at approximately 9:24 a.m. on Nov. 11 in Moriarty, according to the affidavit. The complaint […]