Tijeras Mayor Jake Bruton says he’s been spending much of his time on the phone with residents concerned about a potential new development near I-40 and State Route 14, and he’s still listening. He’s inviting community members to share their thoughts at a special town hall Sunday. The Village Council will consider a zoning change […]
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Posted inElections & Politics, Rio Rancho
Meet the new guard, same as the old guard: Rio Rancho councilors, judge sworn in for new terms
Three reelected city officials officially took their oaths of office Thursday night during a public ceremony at Rio Rancho City Hall, marking the transition to their new leadership terms that begin April 1. The ceremony, presided over by Mayor Gregg Hull, honored the victors of the March 3 Municipal Officer Election. Taking their oaths were […]
Posted inLocal Government, Rio Rancho
Rio Rancho keeps growing: Council greenlights 109 new townhomes, $3.8 million in infrastructure spending
The Rio Rancho Governing Body greenlit a major multi-family housing development and several infrastructure improvements during its meeting Thursday, signaling continued growth for the city. Councilors voted to approve a site plan for the Encore multi-family subdivision, an 11-acre project located along Broadmoor Boulevard. The development will feature 109 units across 28 lots, designed as […]
Posted inArt & Artists, Placitas
Artist Bunny Bowen explores lifelong connection to trees in new Placitas exhibition
Artist Bunny Bowen will debut her latest exhibition, We are in the Trees, at Wild Hearts Gallery starting March 31. The show presents a collection of wood, fiber, painting and clay works inspired by Bowen’s nearly 50-year relationship with the forests surrounding her land in the shadow of Sandia Mountain. “I am in these trees, […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Sandoval Signpost, Town of Bernalillo
Bernalillo firefighters set to get new gear from $1.6M state grant program
Bernalillo firefighters could soon get new protective gear and breathing equipment under a $1.6 million state grant program targeting 30 fire departments across New Mexico, the Department of Finance and Administration announced. The grants fund high-priority equipment for new hires — including self-contained breathing apparatuses, turnout coats and pants, helmets, face shields and safety goggles. […]
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New Mexico Ballet Company and New Mexico Philharmonic Combine Their Magical Powers for Aladdin and the Magic Lamp
By Sara Atencio-Gonzales, The Paper — A familiar tale filled with magic, adventure and romance will return to the stage this month as the New Mexico Ballet Company and the New Mexico Philharmonic collaborate once again for a fully staged ballet performance at Popejoy Hall. The two organizations will present Aladdin and the Magic Lamp on Saturday, […]
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Get Out: Unicorn runs, rallies, recitals, ‘Topes and a Trans Day of Visibility. What a weekend!
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Break out your walking (or running) shoes because this weekend’s big events have a lot, like a lot lot, of steps included. Start your Saturday with a brisk Unicorn fun run half-marathon and 5K starting at Canteen Brewing. Conveniently, the Unicorn run takes you along the North […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Art & Artists, Music, The Paper.
Voices unite: Community ensembles come together for major choral concert
By Sara Atencio- Gonzales, The Paper – On a weekend later this month, singers and musicians from across New Mexico will gather for a collaborative performance celebrating the power of music and community. Voices of Our Community, presented by the New Mexico Gay Men’s Chorus (NMGMC), will bring together five ensembles for a concert of choral […]
Posted inElections & Politics
‘No Kings’ organizers plan for 40K & Stacey Abrams in rally, march through ABQ Sat.
By Kevin Hendricks — Organizers of Albuquerque’s “NO KINGS” rally are planning for more than 37,000 people to participate in a planned 3-mile march and rally on Saturday – prompting police to issue warnings of impromptu road closures along some of the city’s busiest thoroughfares. The “NO KINGS” movement began in 2025 and has since […]
Posted inLocal Government, Sandoval County, Sandoval Signpost
Sandoval County firefighters get expanded health screenings, including cancer testing
Sandoval County firefighters now get cancer screenings on top of their annual physicals after county commissioners approved a new contract Wednesday with the company that has handled fire and rescue health evaluations for the past eight years. The Board of Commissioners voted to authorize the county manager to approve a Professional Service Agreement with IH2S, […]