New protections for Chaco Culture National Historical Park have ignited a debate among Indigenous groups. While some view it as the preservation of their ancestral home, others argue that it hampers economic opportunities, underscoring the challenge of balancing cultural heritage preservation with economic needs.
Pat Davis
Pat Davis is the founder and publisher of City Desk ABQ. In a prior life he served as an Albuquerque City Councilor.
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First Responder Hero Highlight
Charlie Merow, Bernalillo’s sole female firefighter/EMT, made her way from Regina, New Mexico, to the Bernalillo Fire Department. Known as “Dr. Charlie” to local kids, she appreciates community trust and the department’s close-knit atmosphere.
Posted inSandoval County
County Hosts Workshops for Fentanyl Awareness Week
Sandoval County hosts Fentanyl Awareness Week information sessions to combat the deadly fentanyl epidemic, collaborating with organizations and law enforcement.
Posted inPolitics & Elections, Sandoval County
Conservation Agency on the Local Ballot
Five candidates are competing for four supervisor positions in the Coronado Soil and Water Conservation District in Bernalillo. This district, founded in the 1930s to combat soil erosion, has gained renewed attention. Early voting began on October 10, and the election will determine the conservation agency’s leadership.
Posted inEstancia, Moriarty, Torrance County, Uncategorized
Local Cowboy Rodeo Moving to Santa Fe
The Estancia Valley Ranch Rodeo relocates to Santa Fe in 2024 due to its popular success.
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Accused Oñate Statue Shooter to Remain in Jail while Awaiting Trial
This story originally appeared in the Rio Grande Sun, an independent community newspaper. It is republished here with permission as a part of our commitment to bringing you the best […]
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Accused Oñate Statue Shooter to Remain in Jail while Awaiting Trial
This story originally appeared in the Rio Grande Sun, an independent community newspaper. It is republished here with permission as a part of our commitment to bringing you the best […]
Posted inUncategorized
Accused Oñate Statue Shooter to Remain in Jail while Awaiting Trial
This story originally appeared in the Rio Grande Sun, an independent community newspaper. It is republished here with permission as a part of our commitment to bringing you the best […]
Posted inEstancia, Torrance County, Uncategorized
Chunkin’ Punkins Take to the Skies Again
The annual Estancia Punkin Chunkin’ event is back on October 14, featuring pumpkin-launching machines and scholarship fundraising by the Estancia Rotary.
Posted inEstancia, Moriarty, Torrance County, Uncategorized
Rodeo Raffle To Fallen Rider’s Family
Jackson Taylor’s tragic death at the Estancia Valley Ranch Rodeo in Moriarty deeply impacted the local community. The East Mountain Rodeo Association is organizing a raffle to support Taylor’s family, underscoring the unity of the ranching community during tough times.