New Mexico’s water governing board approved a petition Tuesday to safeguard 250 miles of stream and river segments under the state’s strongest water quality protections. The Water Quality Control Commission […]
Sandoval County
Posted inPlacitas
Former State Senator to Speak at Placitas Library
Former New Mexico state Sen. Dede Feldman will speak at the Placitas Community Library Jan. 4 at 2 p.m. Feldman, who served 16 years in the Legislature, will discuss the […]
Posted inPlacitas
Placitas Radio Station KUPR Ready to Celebrate 10 Years
Good news for fans of local radio: KUPR, a beloved community radio station in Placitas, is gearing up to celebrate a decade of serving the community. KUPR relies solely on […]
Posted inSandoval County
Sandoval County Planning and Zoning Commission Unanimously Supports Controversial Solar Project
The Sandoval County Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommends that the county commission approve a request by an Argentina-based energy developer for a zoning change that would allow a controversial […]
Posted inCorrales, Placitas
Placitas Gets National Acclaim for Eco-friendly Vibes
Solar and battery warranty provider Solar Insure conducted a nationwide survey asking what ‘green’ suburbs and neighborhoods people would most like to move to for an eco-friendly lifestyle, and Placitas […]
Posted inPlacitas, Sandoval County
Donations are being accepted for Sandoval County Treasurer’s Office and Sheriff’s Office Toy Drive
The 2024 Sandoval County Treasurer’s Office and Sheriff’s Office Toy Drive is now underway. The annual toy drive collects new toys for children of families experiencing economic hardship and for […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Sandoval County
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation Announce $122 Million from the America the Beautiful Challenge to Restore Lands and Waters
The Biden-Harris administration, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and public and private sector partners announced $122.4 million in grants Dec. 2 through the America the Beautiful Challenge (ATBC). […]
Posted inPolitics & Elections, Sandoval County
State Canvass Board Certifies 2024 General Election Results, Orders Automatic Recounts
New Mexico’s State Canvass Board unanimously certified the results of the 2024 General Election at its Nov. 26 meeting in Santa Fe. The State Canvass Board is composed of the […]
Posted inPlacitas
Reclamation, Recreation and Restoration
The Eastern Sandoval Citizens Association (ESCA) heard updates on Vulcan Materials’ mine reclamation, the Buffalo Tract recreation area and the Forest Service’s North Sandia fuels reduction project at its annual […]
Posted inCorrales
New Mexico leaders mourn Corrales icon Sen. Fred Harris
Fred Harris, a Corrales resident, former U.S. senator from Oklahoma, presidential hopeful and de facto leader of the Democratic Party in the 1960s and 70s, died Nov. 23. He was […]