The Placitas Community Library will be the backdrop for a new exhibition celebrating the diversity of America. The exhibit “Our America” represents a tapestry of cultural diversity bound together by […]
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Posted inEstancia, Torrance County, Uncategorized
‘It’s About the Kids’
After serving his community for almost 13 years, Milton Harbert is retiring from his role as an agriculture teacher and Future Farmers of America (FFA) advisor for the Estancia Municipal […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy, Sandoval County
Caesars Sportsbook to Open at Route 66 Casino
Laguna Development Corporation (LDC) announced May 20 a partnership with Caesars Entertainment, Inc. to open multiple in-person sportsbooks at three gaming properties in New Mexico. In a press release, LDC […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
Edgewood Nears Completion of First Major Road Project
Repaving and upgrading the town’s rural roads has been a major project for Edgewood. Since the town’s incorporation as a municipality in 1999, residents and town officials have said repaving […]
Posted inBernalillo County, Housing & Homelessness, Local Gov., Opinion, Uncategorized
Commissioners: Input wanted on ordinance to prioritize county behavioral health funds
This letter is provided as opinion/commentary from the authors. Commissioner Adriann Barboa represents District 3 which includes the SE heights, UNM, and the International District. Commissioner Eric Olivas represents District […]
Posted inArts & Culture, New Mexico Statewide News
NM Stands in for California in McConaughey Film About 2018 Deadly Wildfire
By Susan Montoya Bryan Associated Press ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico is standing in for California in a new film as Jamie Lee Curtis’ production company and others tell […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Courts, Justice & Safety
Violence Intervention Program manager charged with battery
A program manager with the city’s Violence Intervention Program has been charged with misdemeanor battery. According to court documents filed on May 8 in Metropolitan Court, a woman accused Angel […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Courts, Justice & Safety
Ultimate sacrifice: APD hosts law enforcement memorial on Civic Plaza
The Albuquerque Police Department hosted a memorial on Civic Plaza on Thursday to honor law enforcement officers who “made the ultimate sacrifice.” Leaders of state, federal and local law enforcement […]
Posted inLocal Gov.
Joe Craig, newly elected Los Ranchos mayor, dies
Joe Craig, the mayor of the Village of Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, died Tuesday, May 22. Craig was known for leading the charge against high-density development in the village. Craig, […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy, New Mexico Statewide News, Syndicated
Navajo Nation approves proposed settlement to secure Colorado River water
ASSOCIATED PRESS The Navajo Nation Council has signed off on a proposed water rights settlement that carries a price tag larger than any such agreement enacted by Congress would ensure water for […]