By Hannah Grover Alpana Adair has been trying to make a difference in Albuquerque since moving to the area about three years ago. She said she has reached out to city leaders about her concerns regarding crime and homelessness and has not been impressed by the responses she’s received. “I wasn’t getting the kind of […]
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Keller signs an executive order to protect open spaces, push back on Trump
At an Earth Day event on Sunday, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller signed an executive order aimed at defending open spaces and natural resources in the city. Keller says the move, the second executive order in less than a week, is aimed at protecting Albuquerque from the executive orders issued by President Donald Trump. “Trump is […]
Posted inEast Mountains
PNM warns of potential power outages due to wildfire risk
Staff report PNM is alerting customers to prepare for possible weather-related power outages this week due to strong winds and low humidity combining to increase wildfire risk. The National Weather Service has issued Red Flag Warnings for several parts of the state, prompting PNM to adjust system settings to mitigate the risk of power lines […]
Posted inEdgewood, Events
Edgewood to host Easter Egg Hunt and Bunny Hop Run/Walk
Staff report It will be a busy Easter weekend in Edgewood with two events at Venus Park.. The Town of Edgewood’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Teen Advisory Council are again partnering for the town’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday from 1- 3 p.m.The free event will feature activities, the Daily Bread food […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Politics & Elections
Former HR consultant and aspiring filmmaker throws her hat into the mayor’s race
By Hannah Grover Alpana Adair has been trying to make a difference in Albuquerque since moving to the area about three years ago. She said she has reached out to city leaders about her concerns regarding crime and homelessness and has not been impressed by the responses she’s received. “I wasn’t getting the kind of […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Politics & Elections
Former HR consultant and aspiring filmmaker throws her hat into the mayor’s race
By Hannah Grover Alpana Adair has been trying to make a difference in Albuquerque since moving to the area about three years ago. She said she has reached out to city leaders about her concerns regarding crime and homelessness and has not been impressed by the responses she’s received. “I wasn’t getting the kind of […]
Opinion
Education in New Mexico: A crisis of low expectations
Submitted by Trey Smith, Executive Director of East Mountain High School When the most recent legislative session adjourned in Santa Fe, those of us in education who were following the action looked around in bewilderment. Sixty days of hearings and hundreds of bills debated and what were we left with? For schools looking for leadership […]
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Placitas Community Library hosting family-friendly events in May
Staff report The Placitas Community Library has released its schedule of events for May, featuring activities for children and families. Pre-K Story Time will be held on May 13 at 10 a.m. The theme is “Birds, Eggs, and Nests.” Children will hear “Birds” by Kevin Henkes and “A Home For Bird” by Phillip Stead. An […]
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Keller signs an executive order to protect open spaces, push back on Trump
At an Earth Day event on Sunday, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller signed an executive order aimed at defending open spaces and natural resources in the city. Keller says the move, the second executive order in less than a week, is aimed at protecting Albuquerque from the executive orders issued by President Donald Trump. “Trump is […]
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Bernalillo Elementary students learn historic significance of camels in New Mexico
By Andrea Vasquez The Coronado Historic Site, in partnership with Texas Camel Corps, hosted an educational field trip for students from Bernalillo Elementary School before an announced “Camels at Coronado” event that took place on April 12. The April 11 excursion gave children the opportunity to not only learn about the historic importance of camels […]