Kukri Chicken Tikka Tenders is celebrating the opening of its newest location by giving away free chicken sandwiches and supporting a good cause. Kukri’s fourth location will have its debut at The BLOCK in Rio Rancho on Sept. 18. Any customer who shows they are following one of Kukri’s social media platforms will get a […]
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Sandoval County Treasurer’s Office offering property tax collection outreach services
The Sandoval County Treasurer’s Office will be hosting several property tax collection outreach events this winter. According to county treasurer Jennifer Taylor, property tax collection is a critical component of municipal revenue that funds essential services such as education, public safety and infrastructure. The Sandoval County Tax Collection Outreach Program began in 2014 to help […]
DA Romo visits with community members
Once again, 13th Judicial District Attorney Barbara Romo welcomed the community to her office in Bernalillo for a networking event Sept. 10. The annual business after hours event was presented by the Rio Rancho Regional Chamber of Commerce and featured a meet and greet with the DA, food, drinks, prizes and, most importantly, community engagement. […]
Reclamation Set to Begin in Placitas as Vulcan to End Mining in 2026
Reclamation efforts will begin this fall at the Vulcan Materials Plant in Placitas as Vulcan prepares to halt operations at the gravel mine by the summer of 2026 with full closure expected by 2027, following a 2016 lawsuit settlement agreement with Sandoval County. According to George Franzen, president of the Eastern Sandoval Citizens Association (ESCA), […]
Giving makes us happy….. Let’s talk about sharing wealth without worries
by Maggie Huber, Treasurer, Placitas Community Library Please join us for two programs at the Placitas Community Library on September 28th at 1pm and October 5th at 1pm presented by Kelley and Ric Tredwin of Altalune. Sharing our resources, giving to causes and people we love, makes us all feel good. With that joy may come worry. […]
Plant Aficionados Flock to Placitas for the Annual Garden Tour
The 8th Annual Placitas Garden Tour will welcome visitors from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, showcasing some of the community’s finest gardens. This year’s theme, “Seeding for Sustainability,” highlights Placitas’ eco-friendly gardens, with the tour featuring seven gardens that blend sustainable practices with local artistry. “We try to be protective of our […]
The Soulful Child: Twelve Years in the Wilderness with Chloe Rachel Gallaway at Placitas Community Library
The Soulful Child: Twelve Years in the Wilderness with Chloe Rachel Gallaway By Anne Frost Placitas Community Library welcomes author Chloe Rachel Gallaway on September 14 at 2pm. Chloe describes herself as an author and ‘Story Medicine Guide’. This Book talk will offer an opportunity for engaged discussion about using Story as Medicine in our lives. […]
Placitas Artists Series Returns With Renowned Classical Duo
The Placitas Artists Series organizers took a much-needed summer vacation and are launching the 38th season on Sept. 22 with the renowned Patterson/Sutton Duo. The cello and guitar duo has graced international festivals and concert series worldwide. They serve as Juilliard Global Visiting Artists and have released two acclaimed studio albums, “Cold Dark Matter” and […]
Ready, Set, Prepare
As the country grapples with escalating wildfires, Sandoval County communities in high-risk areas like Placitas are bracing for a possible fall fire season as drier conditions loom. Despite a recent lull in fire activity, forecasts by the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC) predict that New Mexico will face intensified wildfire threats through September and October, […]
Home on the Range
In the heart of Placitas, overlooking Highway 165, the Elk Ridge Ranch offers visitors a unique opportunity to get up close with elk and bison. Founded by Dale and Sue Spencer in 2022, Elk Ridge Ranch spans 7 acres and invites visitors to feed and pet elk and bison, savor fresh fruit from the trees […]