By Andrea Vasquez A proposed bill, HB9, is currently facing opposition due to concerns about its negative impacts on local communities, especially the Town of Estancia and elsewhere in Torrance County. The Immigrant Safety Act aims to prevent state and local governments from participating in detention agreements with the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). […]
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Sandoval County Treasurer Elected to National Hispanic County Officials Post
By Sandoval Signpost Staff Sandoval County Treasurer Jennifer Taylor has been elected Secretary of the National Association of Hispanic County Officials (NAHCO). Her two-year term begins March 1. NAHCO, which was created about 45 years ago as a Caucus within the National Association of County Officials (NACo), works to bring members together to advance Hispanic […]
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Cochiti Dam Mishap Sends Surge Down Rio Grande
By Jesse Jones The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Albuquerque District (USACE) announced that on the morning of Feb. 25, an unintended water release from Cochiti Dam released water at a rate of about 8,000 cubic feet per second (cfs) into the Rio Grande, raising concerns about potential flooding in the middle Rio Grande valley. USACE […]
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Sandoval County Approves Controversial Solar Project
By Kevin Hendricks Despite fervent opposition from local residents, the Sandoval County Commission last week gave the green light to a controversial solar power and battery storage development in the East Mountains. The 3-2 vote on Feb. 18 approved a zoning request that allows the Diamond Tail solar and storage project to proceed. The Diamond […]
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Rio Rancho Tech Company Secures $100,000 Grant
By Sandoval Signpost Staff The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announced Feb. 24 that a Rio Rancho tech company has received a Small Business Innovation Research Matching Grant to advance its technologies. 8D Photonics LLC, located at 4901 Taurus Rd. NE in Rio Rancho, will receive a $100,000 grant as one of eight companies […]
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Placitas Homebuilder Wins National Award for Sustainable Design
By Sandoval Signpost Staff Spiegel-Kinsley, a local homebuilder specializing in Net Zero construction, has received national recognition for its commitment to sustainable building practices. The Structural Insulated Panel Association (SIPA) awarded Spiegel-Kinsley second place in its annual Building Excellence Awards in the 3,000 square-foot category for the builder’s Net Zero Placitas home. According to a […]
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New Mexico Faces Flu and Measles Outbreaks
By Jesse Jones At recent Corrales Village Council meetings, Deputy Fire Chief Tanya Lattin warned New Mexico is facing its worst flu season since 2009, mirroring national trends. A measles outbreak was declared in Lea County, raising concerns among health officials. Lattin urged Corraleños to take precautions against both highly contagious illnesses. Mayor James Fahey, […]
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Icarus Behavioral Health Expands Rio Rancho Rehab Programs
By Signpost Staff Icarus Behavioral Health New Mexico announced on Feb. 23 that it is expanding its rehabilitation programs in Rio Rancho. The goal is to provide increased access to high-quality, accredited addiction and mental health treatment services for those in need. According to a press release, the expansion reflects the facility’s dedication to helping […]
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Placitas Gallery to Feature Whimsical Animal Art in March Exhibit
By Sandoval Signpost Staff Wild Hearts Gallery will present “Roger Evans: The Lighter Side of Art,” an exhibit of mixed-media paintings and sculptures by artist Roger Evans, next month. The exhibit runs from March 4-30 with an artist reception set for March 8, from 1-3 pm. According to a press release, Evans is known for […]
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Trump’s honeymoon is over
By Aaron Blake · The Washington Post (c) 2025 President Donald Trump came into office claiming a sweeping and historic mandate, but that was always oversold. Trump’s win was relatively modest, historically speaking. And while his approval rating upon taking office reached a new all-time high for him – around 50 percent – his “honeymoon” phase still paled […]