A community-organized group is hosting a forum for commissioner candidates next month, aiming to foster dialogue between local officials and residents. The Edgewood CommQuest Committee will hold a “Meet the Candidates” meeting Oct. 19 at 2 p.m. at the Edgewood Community Center, according to Barbara Evans, who heads the ad-hoc committee. The forum, titled “Charging […]
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Artists open studios along historic New Mexico byway for annual tour
More than 45 artists will open their studios to the public during the annual Turquoise Trail Studio Tour, scheduled for the last two weekends of September along one of New Mexico’s most scenic routes. The self-guided tour runs Sept. 20-21 and Sept. 27-28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, featuring painters, sculptors, jewelers, photographers, […]
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Double feature: Edgewood to host pet adoption event, summer festival this weekend
The Town of Edgewood will host two back-to-back community events Saturday, Sept. 20, at Venus Park, combining the state’s largest pet adoption event with the debut of a new summer festival. Woofstock, described by town officials as New Mexico’s largest pet adoption event, will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and feature 15 adoption […]
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East Mountains Celebration returns this weekend with car show, live music
Bernalillo County Commissioner Eric Olivas will host the annual East Mountains Celebration on Sunday, Sept. 21, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Vista Grande Community Center. The free community event at 15 La Madera Road will feature live entertainment by Grant Knoxlyn, along with the annual car show presented by the Village of Tijeras. […]
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New Mexico woman’s gun show protest triggers constitutional case after arrest
A 70-year-old woman filed a civil rights lawsuit Monday against the City of Moriarty and Torrance County after being arrested and detained for three days while peacefully protesting outside a gun show in February. Jill Gatwood, an Albuquerque resident represented by the American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico, alleges in the lawsuit that she […]
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Gov. Lujan Grisham proclaims Sept. 13 as New Mexico Lions Food Drive Day
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has proclaimed Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025, as the inaugural “New Mexico Lions Food Drive Day,” establishing an annual statewide initiative to combat food insecurity across the state. The proclamation recognizes the efforts of District 40 Lions Clubs, which serve communities throughout New Mexico, and creates a permanent platform for community action […]
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Ctrl+P & nm.news wins national “Product of the Year” award for local news solutions
Ctrl+P Publishing’s nm.news local news network has been recognized as a 2025 national “Product of the Year” by LION Publishers, a leading organization focused on innovation and sustainability in local news. Based in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, Ctrl+P Publishing manages seven local newsroom brands. Finding existing integrated solutions for websites, newsletters, and print to be […]
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Longtime Moriarty councilor to step down after 33 years, reflects on achievements amid financial challenges
Steve Anaya, who has served on the Moriarty City Council for 33 years, will not seek reelection as the city continues to address financial management issues stemming from a failed software conversion. Anaya, first elected in 1992, said his decision was driven by personal circumstances, including caring for his 96-year-old father and wanting to spend […]
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Tijeras to host final summer concert Saturday
The Village of Tijeras will present its final summer concert of the season Saturday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Luis Garcia Park & Veterans Memorial. The free outdoor event will feature live music by Misdemeaner and will include food and beverages for attendees. Rock Canyon Hard Cider will sponsor a beer tent at the […]
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Muddy conditions force closure of Horton Road section in Edgewood
Edgewood authorities have issued a travel advisory warning drivers to avoid an unimproved section of Horton Road between Nugent and Frost roads due to impassable muddy conditions. The Edgewood Police Department reported Thursday that recent rains have created deep mud on the unpaved portion of Horton Road north of Nugent, making the roadway impassable for […]