By Andrea Vasquez Bernalillo County and Sandoval County, in partnership with several organizations, are again offering the “Take a Ride on Us” program this weekend. This initiative aims to team up to keep the roads safe in anticipation of the Cinco de Mayo celebrations and to provide the community with a safe means of sober […]
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Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County
Sandoval County’s financial health shines with clean audit and strong bond deals
By Jesse Jones Sandoval County earned a clean bill of financial health for fiscal year 2024, receiving the highest possible audit rating with no issues found. The Sandoval County Commissioners got the news as they zipped through their April 23 meeting, where auditors confirmed the county’s finances are solid. The clean audit reflects strong management […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Sandoval County
W.D. Carroll Elementary’s Cultural Day returns with music, dance and global flavor
By Jesse Jones W.D. Carroll Elementary in Bernalillo will celebrate cultures from around the world on May 9, with student performances, music, food trucks and activities. The event invites families and the community to share in the school’s cultural diversity. Running from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the kindergarten courtyard, Cultural Day brings together […]
Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval County
Bernalillo earns clean audit, eyes safer streets and smarter spending
By Jesse Jones The Town of Bernalillo’s books are in good shape — auditors gave the town a clean bill of financial health for its 2024 fiscal year, with no findings or red flags. The April 28 Town Council meeting also recognized the community art project behind the fire department’s new ladder truck mural, designed […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Pueblos, Sandoval County
USPS unveils ‘Powwows: Celebrating Native American Culture’ stamps at Gathering of Nations
Staff report The U.S. Postal Service has launched its new “Powwows: Celebrating Native American Culture” stamps at a ceremony held at the Gathering of Nations Pow Wow in Albuquerque. The event, which took place on April 25 at Tingley Coliseum/Expo New Mexico, celebrated Native American music, dance, and culture with over 100,000 attendees. Steve Monteith, […]
Posted inEast Mountains, Energy Transition, Sandoval County
Concerned citizens file district court appeal against Sandoval County and PCR Investments
In an ongoing dispute over the proposed 1,833-acre Diamond Tail Solar and Storage Project in the East Mountains, several advocacy groups and concerned parties have filed an appeal in the 13th Judicial District Court of Sandoval County. The appeal, filed on April 3, challenges the decision by the Sandoval County Board of Commissioners in February […]
Posted inCorrales, News, Rio Rancho, rio-rancho
Decades later, Meadowlark Lane finally under construction in Corrales
By Jesse Jones Construction crews began work this week in Corrales on stretches of Meadowlark Lane west of Loma Larga Lane, finally breaking ground on the long-anticipated overhaul nearly two decades in the making. The full rebuild of Meadowlark is a major milestone for Corrales and is also impacting Rio Rancho, as the closure is […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Sandoval County
Safe Haven aims to prevent infant deaths in New Mexico
By Jesse Jones The Albuquerque Police Department is currently investigating the death of a baby found in a dumpster in Northwest Albuquerque. Police say officers responded to a 911 call at 3:45 a.m. on April 22. A security guard told police the baby was found by people in the area. According to APD, the baby […]
Posted inArts + Culture, Pueblos, santa-ana-pueblo
Horseshoes & Heels Gala tickets now available to benefit unwanted and abused horses
Staff report The Tamaya Horse Rescue Program, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located at the Stables at Tamaya on the Santa Ana Pueblo, has announced that tickets for the Tamaya Horseshoes & Heels Gala on November 29 are now on sale. This charity event aims to raise awareness about the plight of unwanted horses in New […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Sandoval County
Sandoval County Spring Craft Fair returns Friday
Staff report The Sandoval County Spring Craft Fair is returning May 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The seventh annual event will take place in the lobby of the Sandoval County Administration Building, located at 1500 Idalia Road, Building D, in Bernalillo. Hosted by the Sandoval County Employee Appreciation Committee (SCEAC), the craft fair […]