Abortion rights opponents in Texas dictated terms and pressured officials in New Mexico municipalities to pass ordinances restricting clinics, according to public records — potentially as part of a bigger legal strategy. Emails show former Texas Solicitor General Jonathan Mitchell and Mark Lee Dickson, founder of the “Sanctuary Cities for the Unborn” initiative, succeeded in […]
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Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos
Buckle Up for the Placitas Petroglyphs Rally
A unique road rally will take car lovers and explorers through Placitas next month. The inaugural Placitas Petroglyphs Rally is scheduled for Saturday, April 13. The event is organized by the ALFA Romeo Owners Club of New Mexico and sponsored by Red Fox Realty. This particular rally defies the typical expectations associated with a car […]
Posted inPueblos, Westside Albuquerque
Clerks Detail Cost and Turnout of the 2024 Local Elections
A week after the 2024 Municipal Officer Elections in Sandoval County, municipal clerks can take a breath and look at the numbers. Most of the incorporated municipalities in Sandoval County held their officer elections on March 5, but some are still in the process. Recounts and runoff elections will take place after county commissioners hold […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Uncategorized, Westside Albuquerque
Estancia Girls Basketball Secures First Playoff Berth in 5 Years
For the first time since 2019 the Estancia girls basketball team is headed to the state playoffs. Despite losing to the Menaul School Panthers in the District 2-2A tournament championship, Estancia’s 18-8 overall record was strong enough to secure the No. 12 seed in the Class 2A state tournament. Menaul (21-4) earned the No. 5 […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Uncategorized, Westside Albuquerque
Estancia Girls Basketball Secures First Playoff Berth in 5 Years
For the first time since 2019 the Estancia girls basketball team is headed to the state playoffs. Despite losing to the Menaul School Panthers in the District 2-2A tournament championship, Estancia’s 18-8 overall record was strong enough to secure the No. 12 seed in the Class 2A state tournament. Menaul (21-4) earned the No. 5 […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
Old Wood, New Life
When looking at an old barn, many people may only see old wood, but Steve Huchting, co-owner of Rangewood Ranch in Carnuel, sees New Mexico’s history, stories and culture. “We realize that it is not just preserving the history, but it is about preserving the stories,” Huchting said. “When someone buys wood from us, we […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
Old Wood, New Life
When looking at an old barn, many people may only see old wood, but Steve Huchting, co-owner of Rangewood Ranch in Carnuel, sees New Mexico’s history, stories and culture. “We realize that it is not just preserving the history, but it is about preserving the stories,” Huchting said. “When someone buys wood from us, we […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
Albuquerque Brewery Opens Edgewood Location
Within the last year, Edgewood acquired new additions to expand the town, such as the new Champion Xpress Car Wash, Blake’s Express and Starbucks. Now the community is touting a new brewery. Juno Brewery’s seats have been full since its Edgewood location at 1913 U.S. Route 66, opened on Feb. 15. Jason and Maxine Marks […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
Albuquerque Brewery Opens Edgewood Location
Within the last year, Edgewood acquired new additions to expand the town, such as the new Champion Xpress Car Wash, Blake’s Express and Starbucks. Now the community is touting a new brewery. Juno Brewery’s seats have been full since its Edgewood location at 1913 U.S. Route 66, opened on Feb. 15. Jason and Maxine Marks […]
Posted inEdgewood, Uncategorized
Commissioner to Take Inventory of East Mountain Roads in Need of Repair
Bernalillo Commissioner Eric Olivas acknowledges that there are pretty poor road conditions in the East Mountains and is taking steps for a maintenance plan and budget for how to fix them. “The number one complaint I get in my district is about roads, specifically in the East Mountains,” said Olivas. “I am trying to dedicate […]