Downtown sometimes gets a bad rap, but a premier growers’ market and a slew of art events remained undeniable bright spots in 2024. Some of the most well-known attractions are headed up by the Downtown ABQ MainStreet initiative — a community redevelopment nonprofit that’s been in operation since 2008. The initiative includes the Downtown Albuquerque […]
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Downtown MainStreet reports bustling year for growers’ market, art events
Downtown sometimes gets a bad rap, but a premier growers’ market and a slew of art events remained undeniable bright spots in 2024. Some of the most well-known attractions are headed up by the Downtown ABQ MainStreet initiative — a community redevelopment nonprofit that’s been in operation since 2008. The initiative includes the Downtown Albuquerque […]
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WESST Appoints New President
WESST, a nonprofit dedicated to fostering economic growth and entrepreneurship, announced the appointment of Lindsey Kay as its new President, effective January 1. Kay, a seasoned leader and entrepreneur, brings over 14 years of experience to the role. She founded Paws and Stripes at the age of 24 and served as its Executive Director for […]
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Rio Rancho Couple Rolls Out Old-School Glamour with Vintage Limousine Service
In Rio Rancho, Legendary Limo Service is bringing back luxury travel with a vintage twist to Sandoval, Bernalillo and Santa Fe counties. The company offers a one-of-a-kind luxury experience evoking the glamour and elegance of a bygone era. Bobbi and Curt Huber founded Legendary Limo Service in 2023, offering a unique vintage chauffeur experience perfect […]
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Brewing a Better Future
Kaktus Brewing Company in Bernalillo is tapping into community support with a crowdfunding campaign designed to expand its operations, introduce innovative offerings and deepen its connection with locals. Now in its 11th year, Kaktus Brewing Company has grown significantly and is inviting the community to join its next phase of development. Recently transitioned to an […]
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Bernalillo Nominated for Top HAT Award
The Sandoval County Tourism Department and the Sandoval County Tourism Alliance announced last week the Mountain West Brew Fest in Bernalillo has been nominated for the New Mexico Top HAT Finalist Award for the first time. The Mountain West Brew Fest, held Aug. 24 at Loretto Park, featured beers from seven New Mexican breweries and […]
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Marble Brewery set for new ownership, details unclear
Marble Brewery has announced it found a buyer. Scant details were available Wednesday afternoon, but owners of the establishment posted on social media they have entered a purchase agreement with a potential new and local owner. “We expect to have the purchase completed by the end of the year, and all brewing and taproom operations […]
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Marble Brewery set for new ownership, details unclear
Marble Brewery has announced it found a buyer. Scant details were available Wednesday afternoon, but owners of the establishment posted on social media they have entered a purchase agreement with a potential new and local owner. “We expect to have the purchase completed by the end of the year, and all brewing and taproom operations […]
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St. Felix Pantry hires New President/CEO
Tim Sheahan has been named president and CEO of St. Felix Pantry in Rio Rancho. Sheahan joined the team Oct. 1, succeeding Mary Angela Parkins, who retired in November after seven years with the organization. “I have incredible shoes to fill and look forward to the challenge of continuing the legacy of serving the people […]
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Downtown’s Wells Fargo tower could see apartment conversions
The Middle Rio Grande Housing Collaborative (MRGHC) recently released a list of projects it thinks are primed and ready to help increase the availability of affordable housing in the Albuquerque metro area. One of the more intriguing prospects on the list is an office-to-apartment conversion at the Wells Fargo Bank building Downtown. The 17-story office […]