The Rio Rancho City Council will consider three resolutions Thursday that would commit the city to supporting a proposed hypersonic missile manufacturing facility outside its borders, a decision that has drawn significant public opposition. The council meeting, scheduled for 6 p.m. at City Hall, features agenda items authorizing up to $1 million in economic development […]
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Sen. Nava to kick off community dialogue series in Bernalillo
New Mexico Sen. Cindy Nava is hosting a series of community dialogues this month, offering constituents an opportunity to discuss issues facing District 9, which covers Placitas, Algodones, Bernalillo, Corrales and parts of Rio Rancho. The first event, titled “SD9 Community Dialogue,” is scheduled for 9:30-11 a.m. Dec. 6 at 282 S. Camino del Pueblo […]
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Sandoval County Commission to discuss Roundhouse priorities for 2026
Sandoval County Commissioners will be thinking about Santa Fe Wednesday evening. Commissioners are expected to discuss and identify legislative priorities for next year at the meeting. A list proposed by county staff places four items related to the operations of public safety agencies on the list of 12 priorities. At the top is legislation that […]
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Estancia Valley Classical Academy to host Veterans Day ceremony, breakfast
Estancia Valley Classical Academy will honor military veterans with its annual Veterans Day flag ceremony and breakfast on Tuesday morning. The flag ceremony will begin at 7:45 a.m., followed by breakfast at approximately 8 a.m. in the EVCA gymnasium. The public ceremony provides an opportunity for students and community members to express gratitude to those […]
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Gubernatorial candidate to outline education plans at Rio Rancho stop on statewide policy tour
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman will bring his “Common Sense Over Chaos” policy tour to Rio Rancho on Tuesday, where he plans to discuss his education proposals with residents at Sandoval Academy of Bilingual Education. The 5:30 p.m. event is part of an 11-stop tour spanning November that will take Bregman to communities across New […]
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Local artists to showcase work at annual Enchanted Vision show in Rio Rancho
Enchanted Vision, a celebration of local art and artists, will present its fourth annual show Nov. 14-16 at the Unitarian Universalist Westside Congregation in Rio Rancho. The exhibition will feature 88 works from 31 artists in various mediums, along with prints, calendars and cards. The venue is located at 1650 Abrazo Road NE. A gala […]
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Sandoval County Cooperative Extension announces November, December programming
The Sandoval County Cooperative Extension has announced a series of educational programs focused on gardening, composting and agriculture for November and December. The extension service, part of New Mexico State University, provides research-based knowledge and programs to improve quality of life for New Mexico residents. Upcoming events include a Master Gardeners session on America Recycles […]
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Sandoval County’s popular chile stickers sit out 2025 election
Voters in Sandoval County who cast ballots this week might have noticed something missing from the voting experience. The county’s popular “Red or Green” chile-themed “I Voted” stickers that have become a local tradition in recent elections were not handed out to voters after they did their civic duty. Instead, the county’s Bureau of Elections […]
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Rio Rancho to host Veterans Day parade, ceremony
The City of Rio Rancho will honor veterans with a parade and ceremony Tuesday, Nov. 11, with a portion of Southern Boulevard closing to traffic during the event. The parade begins at 10 a.m. and will travel east along Southern Boulevard, ending at Veterans Monument Park near the intersection of Southern Boulevard and Pinetree Road. […]
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What Rio Rancho’s $80 million bond approval means for students
The overwhelming approval of Rio Rancho Public Schools’ $80 million bond Tuesday means students across the district will learn in modernized buildings with improved safety features, expanded athletic facilities and new educational opportunities beginning next year. The measure passed with approximately 76% support, with 8,749 voting in favor and 2,738 against, according to unofficial results. […]