Bugs are important. Even the ones who bother us. That’s the gist of the message of scientists at the University of New Mexico Museum of Southwestern Biology, who made a presentation last week to the Corrales Village Council. Dewey DeVivi, a museum technician and volunteer coordinator, said their main role is as pollinators. For example, […]
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Which dispensaries have gained and lost licenses since last year?
By Lauren Lifke and Josh Lee Since 2024, the cannabis industry in New Mexico has seen growth and changes amid broader industry consolidation. Data published yearly by the New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department shows Cannabis Control Division licensing for dispensaries across the state. In Sandoval County, three new dispensaries have popped up, and three […]
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Sandoval County relocates Cuba Senior Center after mold discovery
Sandoval County has moved its Cuba Senior Center to a new location at the county fairgrounds after mold was discovered in the facility’s previous building. The senior center reopened Monday at the Community Center located at 57 Rodeo Road in Cuba, according to a county press release. The facility had previously operated from the Village […]
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Sandoval County Tourism Alliance receives $20,000 state grant
The Sandoval County Tourism Alliance has been awarded $20,000 from the New Mexico Tourism Department to support regional tourism marketing efforts. The grant is part of $3.8 million in funding distributed to 45 entities statewide through the Tourism Department’s Cooperative Marketing Grant Program for Fiscal Year 2026. Dora Dominguez, director of business development and tourism […]
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National Park Service to host Valles Caldera Fall Fiesta
The National Park Service will host the 2025 Valles Caldera Fall Fiesta from Oct. 4-12, celebrating the cultural heritage of the volcanic landscape. The opening weekend at the national preserve located at 39201 NM-4 in Jemez Springs features guided ranger programs, art activities, guest speakers and demonstrations by tribal artisans. Artists and educators will offer […]
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Final approval for rocket plant leases expected next month in Sandoval County
Sandoval County Commissioners are interested in hearing more about a rocket manufacturing and testing plant that would bring hundreds of jobs to the area. Commissioners voted Wednesday to approve a notice of intent to enter three leases related to a possible Castelion Corporation plant in Rio Rancho Estates. Jill Sweeney of Taft Stettinius & Hollister […]
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Stanley community fights for water accessibility
By Lauren Lifke Residents of the unincorporated community of Stanley, north of Moriarty, are initiating a grassroots effort to resolve ongoing water availability issues for the community. Stanley residents met for their sixth meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at the Stanley firehouse, where several community members expressed their issues with accessing water in their homes […]
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Rio Rancho City Council to consider renewable energy projects
The Rio Rancho City Council will consider two renewable energy proposals and several budget adjustments during its regular meeting on Thursday at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers. The council will hold public hearings on two related items concerning the Loma Barbon area. The first involves amending the Loma Barbon Master Plan to add a renewable […]
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Sandoval County nonprofit receives $60k grant for home accessibility modifications
Rebuilding Together Sandoval County has received a $60,000 grant from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico to provide free home modifications for low-income residents with disabilities, the organization announced Tuesday. The Blue Impact grant will fund wheelchair ramps, doorway widening, bathtub-to-shower conversions, comfort-height toilet installations and safety bar installations for medically diagnosed disabled […]
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Sandoval Commission to consider rocket deals
The next phase of a deal that could bring hundreds of jobs to the area goes before Sandoval County commissioners on Wednesday. Castelion Corporation is considering building a hypersonic rocket manufacturing and testing site in unincorporated Rio Rancho Estates. Commissioners will weigh leases and a financial assistance agreement tied to that project. The site, on […]