In just its second year, the Estancia High School robotics team took a giant step, finishing third in the state competition to earn a trip to Dallas, Texas, at the end of the month for a regional competition. “I was just super proud of them,” said coach Jaime Silva, who teaches the school’s Science, Technology, […]
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Posted inPueblos, Uncategorized
East Mountain Chamber Closing Shop
After more than a 30-year run, the Greater East Mountain Chamber of Commerce is shutting its doors. “I will say after the last four years or so, the changes in the economy and challenges for businesses, the chamber had the same things to contend with and deal with,” said Linda Burke, chamber executive director. “Our […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
Signpost Community Briefs
Take a Safe Ride on Uber Be safe this holiday weekend, and take an Uber ride Sandoval County! Take A Ride with Uber special thanks to Sandoval County. Make sure to use the App between 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, through 2:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 27. Bernalillo and Sandoval County residents can open the […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos
Who Gave Money to Rio Rancho School Board Candidates?
The public won’t have a full picture about campaign spending in the five largest school districts until Dec. 7, when reports detailing donations and spending from mid-October until Election Day are due.
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos, Westside Albuquerque
Just 15% of Voters in Sandoval County Voted in 2023 Election
Just over 20% of registered New Mexico voters turned out for the 2023 local elections, about 5,000 more people than participated in the 2021 local elections.
Posted inPueblos, Westside Albuquerque
Placitas Garden Tour Donates $4,000 to Sandoval County Nonprofits
Approximately 575 people visited the six gardens on tour Sept. 10 at the 7th annual Placitas Garden Tour, making it possible for the tour’s nonprofit organizer to donate $4,000 to two local nonprofits.
Posted inPueblos
Placitas Speaks Against Mineral Mining on Its Public Lands
The topic on Tuesday was gravel mining, but along the way the standing-room-only crowd at the Placitas Community Library vented on money in politics, wild horses, million-dollar homes and grievances involving the federal government and local elected officials. Taking it all in were staff from area offices of the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) there […]
Posted inCommunity Content, Westside Albuquerque
First Responder Spotlight
The Sandoval County Optimist Club highlights a first responder each month, highlighting their community contributions. Vincenzo Jaramillo always wanted to be a fireman. As a youth, with both his mother and step-father being firefighters, most family activities centered around the fire station. He took his emergency medical technician training (EMT) as a class in high school. Upon graduating […]
Posted inPueblos, Uncategorized
Moriarty Milestone as Muñoz Commits to Run for Lobos
Moriarty senior sprinter Antonio Muñoz has won medals and set a school record as a member of the Pintos track team, but he recently reached a milestone that is rarely achieved.
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Pueblos, Uncategorized, Westside Albuquerque
Community Briefs
Explore a range of festive events in Edgewood and surrounding areas, from art showcases and book sales to holiday bazaars, parades, and charitable initiatives, embracing the spirit of the season.