New Mexico State Auditor Joseph Maestas officially announced his reelection bid on Tuesday, vowing to continue what he described as a “fight for accountability, transparency, and innovation in New Mexico’s public entities and officials.” Maestas, a Democrat, touted in a campaign press release a first-term record that he described as uncovering millions of dollars of […]
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Rio Rancho Public Schools asks for community input on replacing longtime superintendent
Rio Rancho Public Schools officials are seeking extensive community feedback as the district begins searching for a new superintendent to replace Dr. V. Sue Cleveland, who announced her retirement in September after more than 30 years leading the district. The Rio Rancho Board of Education will hold public meetings Oct. 15 and 16 to gather […]
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Rio Rancho Public Schools hosting UFO Historical Records Center open house
The National UFO Historical Records Center will open its doors to the public Saturday at its location on the Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School campus, marking an unusual partnership between Rio Rancho Public Schools and the archive facility. The open house runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the center’s new home […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Westside Albuquerque
Man accused of threatening women with hatchet outside Eye Associates
By Lauren Lifke An Albuquerque man was arrested on Monday, Oct. 13, after allegedly using a hatchet to threaten three women in Rio Rancho. Officers responded to the Eye Associates of New Mexico at about 8:30 a.m. to a call about a man threatening three women in their car. The caller said she, her mother […]
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Man accused of assault with deadly weapon in McIntosh
The Torrance County Sheriff’s Office issued a warrant for a man’s arrest in McIntosh after he allegedly threatened his neighbors with a handgun near the Dollar General near NM-41 and Shondale Lane on Sunday, Oct. 12. Officers arrived to meet the victim and his girlfriend at the Dollar General parking lot. The victim’s girlfriend said […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Pueblos
New Mexico Cattle Growers to address herd health threats at December conference
The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association will host its annual Cattlemen’s College focused on protecting livestock from emerging disease threats Dec. 10 at the Hotel Albuquerque. The one-day conference, titled “The Healthy Herd: What is it? What’s It Take? How to Protect or Reclaim It?” will address biosecurity measures and best practices as ranchers face […]
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Sandoval County groups receive $192,153 in outdoor equity grants
Five Sandoval County organizations will share $192,153 in state grants to provide outdoor education programs for youth from low-income families and tribal communities. The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Outdoor Recreation Division announced Tuesday that it awarded $2.2 million to 61 programs statewide from its Outdoor Equity Fund. The programs are expected to serve more […]
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St. Felix Pantry to host 9th annual toy drive
St. Felix Pantry will host its ninth annual toy drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Brew Lab 101, 3301 Southern Blvd. SE. The family-friendly event will feature a bike show, with entry costing $20 or an unwrapped toy. All toys collected will be distributed to children in need through the pantry’s holiday […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Pueblos
Heinrich touts proposal to protect govt workers during shutdown, Vasquez backs one-year extension of health insurance tax credits
The federal shutdown is entering a third week and there is little prospect for a solution anytime soon. But New Mexico legislators in Washington are using their privileges to introduce legislation by pushing for a path to compromise and help for federal workers stuck without a paycheck until a compromise is reached. Sen. Martin Heinrich […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Pueblos, Westside Albuquerque
Herrell backs Cunningham for GOP nomination in key congressional race
Former Rep. Yvette Herrell (R-NM-02) has officially endorsed Greg Cunningham to be the Republican nominee in the race for the congressional district she previously represented. Cunningham, who earlier this month launched his bid for the seat now held by U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-NM-02), went public with Herrell’s support Monday with a statement from his […]