Indigenous Peoples’ Day Everywhere U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján and U.S. Representative Norma Torres (D-Calif.) introduced legislation to replace the official holiday recognized on the second Monday of October as Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The bill would also replace any mention of Columbus Day in all federal laws or regulations with Indigenous Peoples’ […]
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Clerk Announces Early Vote Locations
Sandoval County Clerk Anne Brady-Romero posted the Regular Local Election 2023 Notice of Early Voting Locations and Hours of Operation for Sandoval County. “Providing our residents with multiple voting sites at easily accessed locations is a priority,” Brady-Romero said. “We want everyone in Sandoval County to be able to cast their vote with confidence and […]
Election Guide: 2023 Sandoval County School Board Races
Why are school board races so important? Once upon a time, not a lot of attention was paid to school board races, especially by those who didn’t have children in that district. Times have changed. According to Ballotpedia, school board races are now one of the hottest seats on the ballot. What Do School Boards […]
Jemez Springs Hosting National Bike Theatre Tour
Jemez Springs is working to become an arts destination in Sandoval County. National traveling theater troupe, Agile Rascal Bike Theatre, is making New Mexico the focus of their 2023 tour, which will include a stop to Jemez Springs on Sunday, Oct. 8 for a free performance at the Village Plaza. The bicycle-based theatre troupe will […]
Call-to-Action & Changes to Las Placitas Association October Meeting
Last weekend, as our deadline for the Signpost was upon us, we scheduled a community meeting to occur prior to the BLM’s community meeting regarding the proposed administrative withdrawal to protect the Buffalo Tract, the Crest of Montezuma and two small parcels in Placitas. Several calls later and believing that support for this administrative action runs all […]
Sandoval County School Bond Measures
On the November ballot, there are several bond questions relating to public schools throughout Sandoval County. Cuba Independent Public Schools Cuba Independent Schools district has a total of $6,500,000 in bond questions to support capital projects such as remodeling existing school buildings, teacher salaries, building upgrades and other improvements. The bond would be funded in […]
Solo Guitarist Is Placitas Artist Series October Performer
By Sandoval Signpost Staff JIJI is an acclaimed guitarist praised by The Washington Post for her mesmerizing performances and versatile repertoire. An adventurous artist with expertise in both acoustic and electric guitar, she explores traditional and contemporary classical music, as well as free improvisation. JIJI’s impeccable musicianship, captivating stage presence, and dedication to commissioning and performing new […]
Funding for Third Rio Rancho High School Up For Vote
Rio Rancho may soon get a third high school if voters approve Capital Improvement bonds or SB9 in the upcoming November election. Two bond projects that will be up for a vote. One: allocating $80 million in available resources, over four years, for the Rio Rancho school system, with no tax rate increase: for increased […]
Rio Rancho Outdoor Watering Limits Remain in Effect
City of Rio Rancho outdoor watering restrictions are currently in effect through October 31, 2023. To prevent water waste, spray irrigation (sprinkler or device that propels water through the air in the form of small particles or droplets) during the hours of 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. is prohibited for all properties within the City […]
Arguments in Gerrymandering Trial End, Judge Waits for Evidence Before Ruling Deadline
By Nicole Maxwell, New Mexico Political Report The bench trial alleging egregious gerrymandering in the 2nd Congressional District has ended. Arguments in the case that Ninth Judicial District Court Judge Fred T. van Soelen heard in Lovington ended Thursday. Van Soelen said he needed more evidence from the New Mexico Legislature prior to making a […]