Phyllis Searle Hamilton, born September 3, 1927 in Topeka Kansas, died at the age of 97 on March 4, 2025 at home in Edgewood, NM. She is survived by three daughters, Barbara Maxey (Wayne), Elizabeth Hamilton, Catharine Roelfs (Greg), one grandson and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Jerald Hamilton. A […]
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Walmart Pharmacy delivery services now available in Edgewood
By Andrea Vasquez Walmart Pharmacy recently announced the expansion of its delivery services nationwide, including the Walmart Supercenter in Edgewood. Same-day pharmacy delivery is a more convenient and faster service that allows customers to receive prescription medications and groceries directly to their homes. “Pharmacy delivery at Walmart allows customers to combine prescription medications with groceries […]
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Strong winds knock out power in East Mountains
By Kevin Hendricks PNM crews responded to multiple weather-related power outages throughout its service areas Tuesday as strong winds wreaked havoc across the state. By 3 p.m. Tuesday, PNM’s outage map showed dozens of power outages affecting over 6,500 customers, including over 1,000 near Edgewood, 500 in Cedar Crest and over 2,000 in Sandoval County. […]
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COW Awards return: A moo-ving celebration of Edgewood volunteers
By Andrea Vasquez The town of Edgewood recognized the remarkable efforts of a select group of individuals through the annual COW (Community On the Way) Awards on March 13 at the Estancia Valley Classical Academy. Mayor Ken Brennan and Town Manager Nina McCracken hosted the event amidst a field of cow-print tablecloths and sunflower centerpieces. […]
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Another high wind, fire alert on tap for residents from East Mountains to Texas line
Due to extreme weather conditions such as a combination of high winds, low humidity and elevated temperatures that can increase wildfire risk, residents of New Mexico are urged to take precautionary measures. Local experts recommend avoiding outdoor burning and checking for ignited fires that could spread quickly. You should also remain in the lower levels […]
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Edgewood Introduces New Commissioner
During Edgewood’s Regular Commission Meeting on March 11, Mike Rariden was appointed District 5 Commissioner after an exhaustive search. While two candidates closely contended for this seat at the Commission Chambers, Rariden was selected and sworn in after a unanimous vote. However, Commissioner Stephen Murrillo initially voted for the other candidate, Nathan Ashbaugh, from District […]
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Edgewood Commission Sends Controversial Campbell Farming Approval Back to P&Z
By Andrea Vasquez The long-awaited public hearing at Edgewood’s Town Hall on March 6, turned contentious as the Town Commission reviewed an appeal challenging the approval of a minor subdivision for Campbell Farming Corporation. With a unanimous decision from the three commissioners present, Edgewood representatives voted to remand the subdivision application to the Planning and […]
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Hop to it! Edgewood to host Bunny Hop and Easter Egg Hunt
It will be a busy Easter weekend in Edgewood next month. The Town of Edgewood’s Parks and Recreation Department and the Teen Advisory Council are again partnering for the town’s annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19 from 1- 3 p.m. at Venus Park. There will be activities, a food truck and a display […]
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PNM Decides Not to Cut Power to East Mountains Residents
By Hannah Grover The Public Service Company of New Mexico had plans to shut off power to 10,000 customers in the East Mountains at noon Thursday due to high wind conditions that could make utility equipment more likely to start a fire. By late afternoon, PNM announced it would no longer implement a Public Safety […]
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PNM Plans to Cut Power to 10,000 East Mountains Residents
By Hannah Grover Editor’s note: This story has been updated throughout the day with the latest closures and updates from PNM and local officials. Check back often for the latest. 3:30 pm: As of 3:30 pm, PNM announced that they no longer planned to cut power to this area. Read more here. The Public Service […]