Staff report Mandy’s Farm is set to host its annual Derby Watch Party on May 3 from 2-6 p.m. at its original residential location in Albuquerque’s South Valley. This year’s event will be even more special as the organization celebrates its 25th anniversary. The Derby Day event, a beloved community tradition, draws hundreds of guests […]
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Posted inArts & Culture, Placitas
Placitas gallery to host ‘Joan Fenicle: In Praise of Clouds’ exhibition
Staff report Wild Hearts Gallery in Placitas will feature “Joan Fenicle: In Praise of Clouds,” an exhibition of oil paintings by local artist Joan Fenicle, running from April 29 to May 25. Fenicle’s work, inspired by the landscapes of Colorado and New Mexico, explores the theme of clouds as a connection between earth and the […]
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Reviewing the environmental bills that passed during this year’s legislative session
By Hannah Grover As Earth Day arrives and the legislative session just behind New Mexico, we took a look at new laws areto protect the state’s environment. Each year, legislators bring hundreds of proposals to address climate change, water, wildfires, energy resources and other environmental topics. While not all of the efforts were successful, some […]
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Roadwork begins on Meadowlark in Corrales
Staff report Roadwork began on Meadowlark west of Loma Larga in Corrales on April 21. According to an announcement from the village, lanes will be closed to through traffic during the construction period. However, residents will still have access to their homes. The road closure is expected to last approximately four weeks. Authorities advise drivers […]
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Explore Corrales through art
By Jesse Jones Corrales is about to open its doors and studios for one of the state’s most anticipated art events, the Corrales Art Studio Tour. Now in its 27th year, the Corrales Art Studio Tour (CAST) returns May 3–4 with 84 artists at 35 studio stops, showing work for 50 Corrales elementary students and […]
Posted inCommunity Content, Moriarty
Local business to host ‘Love Donation Day’ for grieving family
Staff report Buttercrust Pizza, a local staple in Moriarty, is holding a “Love Donation Day” on April 23 to support the Brewer family, who recently experienced the loss of their husband and father, Rodney Brewer. Fifty percent of the day’s profits will be donated to the family. Rodney Brewer passed away on April 12, leaving […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Sandoval County
Bernalillo Indian Arts Festival moves indoors for 2025 event
Staff report The 8th Annual Bernalillo Indian Arts Festival is set to take place on May 3 and 4 at a new indoor location: the Sid Cutter Pilots Pavilion at Balloon Fiesta Park in Albuquerque. The festival will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. […]
Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County
Bernalillo lands record $5.4M for new fire station in historic state funding win
By Jesse Jones The Town of Bernalillo will receive $5.4 million in state capital outlay to build a new fire station, the largest single investment in the town’s history. During the Town Council meeting on April 15, Mayor Jack Torres announced a record-setting capital outlay award that will fund a long-anticipated fire station. The funding, […]
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Council defers one Gateway Center contract
By Rodd Cayton Albuquerque City Councilors Monday approved one of two contracts for services at the Gateway Center. Councilors voted to defer a proposed professional services agreement with Chicanos Por La Causa, which would pay the organization up to $1.8 million after some councilors had questions about work it is already doing for the city. […]
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Edgewood announces Dumpster Days event
Staff report The Town of Edgewood will hold its “Dumpster Days” community service event on Saturday, May 17. The event is exclusively for Edgewood residents, who will be required to show ID. Hours of operation are Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. If the dumpsters are not full, the event will reopen on Sunday […]