If the weather holds up, Sandoval County residents will be treated to a free half-day of dumping at the county landfill. From 8 a.m. to noon. Saturday, residents won’t be charged disposal fees at the landfill, 2708 Iris Road NE. Customers may make multiple trips, but are limited to dumping four tires, two TVs and […]
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Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Pueblos
Nearly 400 more teachers to receive student loan forgiveness for teaching in high-need schools, subjects
Nearly 400 teachers working in New Mexico classrooms will receive student loan forgiveness this year through the state’s Teacher Loan Repayment Program, officials announced. The state awarded funding to 387 new teachers, adding to the 529 educators already receiving benefits through the program, which launched in 2013 to attract more teachers to the state. The […]
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Star party set for Saturday at Placitas Community Library
The Placitas Community Library will host a free star party Saturday evening, offering residents a chance to view celestial objects through various telescopes. The event begins at 5 p.m. with solar viewing and continues until 10 p.m. At 7 p.m., a presenter from The Albuquerque Astronomical Society will discuss stars and planets visible that night. […]
Posted inWestside Albuquerque
Torrance County sheriff seeks community input for employee awards
Torrance County Sheriff David Frazee is requesting residents nominate deputies and civilian employees for the department’s annual “Deputy of the Year Award and Civilian of the Year Award,” according to a press release issued by the sheriff’s office. The awards recognize outstanding service to the community, with selections based on exemplary service, bravery, leadership and […]
Posted inLocal Government, Pueblos
City’s alcohol policy prompts new event coordinator to resign at City Council meeting
By Lauren Lifke Moriarty event coordinator Debbie Adcock resigned from her position at the Moriarty City Council meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 12, because she was given the requirement to work with alcohol licenses, which was not in her job description, she said. During public comment, Adcock told the council that, although she has enjoyed the […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Westside Albuquerque
Sen. Heinrich calls for evacuation of Torrance County ICE facility after contract lapse
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich is demanding answers from federal immigration officials about the continued operation of a New Mexico detention facility despite the expiration of its contract more than two weeks ago. The New Mexico Democrat sent a letter to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Acting Director Todd Lyons last week questioning the legal authority […]
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Placitas Chamber to host Turkey Bingo fundraiser for elementary school
The Placitas Chamber of Commerce will host a Turkey Bingo event on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Placitas Elementary School cafeteria, 5 Calle Del Carbon. Participants can play 10 regular games for $20, with special bingo games available for $3 and blackout bingo for $5. A 50/50 raffle will also be […]
Posted inMountainair
Jazz & Blues Festival to feature award-winning artists in Mountainair
The Manzano Mountain Arts Council will host its Jazz & Blues Festival on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 1 to 5 p.m. at the MMAC Center, 101 E. Broadway. The free event will feature performances by Tracey Whitney and Oscar Butler, with an art exhibit opening and wine tasting also scheduled. Whitney, a former Raelette who […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Westside Albuquerque
Craft fair coming to Sandoval County HQ
Most New Mexicans know someone who appreciates handcrafted gifts. With the holiday shopping season approaching, the Sandoval County Employee Appreciation Committee (SCEAC) is hosting its seventh annual holiday craft fair in the lobby of the county administration building. More than 30 vendors will be offering items such as toys, jewelry, clothing and food delicacies at […]
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Public invited to design discussion for Las Huertas Plaza
There’s a blank canvas in Placitas (figuratively speaking), and the community is encouraged to help decide how that eight-acre space will be colored in. The Placitas Artists Series will host a charrette — a meeting of stakeholders in an agricultural or design planning process — at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Las Placitas Presbyterian Church, 7 […]