Bernalillo Public Schools will launch a series of family engagement nights focused on early literacy, with the first event scheduled for Tuesday at Placitas Elementary School, according to Just Right […]
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Bernalillo Public Schools partner with Just Right Reader to boost early literacy
The District of Bernalillo Public Schools is partnering with Just Right Reader to provide personalized literacy materials to students in kindergarten through third grade, the district announced. Students will receive […]
Posted inFood, Sandoval County
Sandoval County treasurer launches food drive
Thanksgiving dinner isn’t a guarantee for everyone, but the Sandoval County Treasurer’s Office is trying to make it possible for some of the area’s neediest residents. Starting Monday, the treasurer’s […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov
Heinrich agrees with Cardi B’s cost-of-living comments
New Mexico Democratic Sen. Martin Heinrich has come to the defense of rapper Cardi B, following comments she made about the economy. Earlier this week, the outspoken rapper and recording […]
Posted inPolitics & Elections
Zamora edges out Leger Fernandez in latest fundraising period; Other Congressional candidates, incumbents report big numbers
By Alex Ross — Three months after filing the paperwork to run for Congress, new campaign finance reports show that State Rep. Martin Zamora (R-Clovis) edged out Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez […]
Posted inEvents, Sandoval County
New Mexico cowgirls to compete in inaugural rodeo benefiting horse rescue
New Mexico’s top cowgirls will saddle up Saturday for the state’s first Women of the West Rodeo, a charity event showcasing female rodeo talent while raising funds for abused and […]
Posted inEdgewood
East Mountains activist group continues fight against Campbell Farming development plans
An environmental coalition is moving to join a legal battle over a rejected housing development after the project’s developer appealed a town commission’s denial to district court. The East Mountains […]
Posted inEdgewood
Midnight decisions in Edgewood: Commission tackles town manager’s review, unresolved audits
By Lauren Lifke Edgewood town commissioners deliberated until after midnight on Tuesday, Oct. 16, with staff and citizens bringing to light financial recordkeeping discrepancies and rumors of the town manager’s […]
Posted inBernalillo, General Interest
Free composting workshop set for Saturday in Bernalillo
A free workshop on desert composting for beginners will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at El Zocalo Plaza in Bernalillo. Master Composter John Zarola will lead […]
Posted inBernalillo, Education
Bernalillo schools celebrate major academic leap
Bernalillo Public Schools has achieved substantial academic improvements over the past three years, with literacy proficiency jumping 14 percentage points and steady gains in math and science, according to a […]