Corrales resident Jim Tritten’s photo graces this month’s cover of Military Writers Society of America magazine as the organization’s Writer of the Year. On the heels of that, he was recognized by SouthWest Writers as the recipient of its annual Parris Award, the organization’s most prestigious award. The Parris Award has been given for the […]
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State Seeks to Shut Down Two Local Pot Farms
Two Torrance County marijuana farming operations – including one already under investigation by state Attorney General’s Office — are facing preliminary injunctions tohalt production for a laundry list of violations under the Cannabis Control Division of the state Regulation Licensing Department. The first company, Bliss Farm – also doing business as Love 420 and Grown […]
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State Seeks to Shut Down Two Local Pot Farms
Two Torrance County marijuana farming operations – including one already under investigation by state Attorney General’s Office — are facing preliminary injunctions tohalt production for a laundry list of violations under the Cannabis Control Division of the state Regulation Licensing Department. The first company, Bliss Farm – also doing business as Love 420 and Grown […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Uncategorized, Westside Albuquerque
Estancia Digs Pink
For Estancia junior setter Molli Garcia, emotions ran high last week when the Bears volleyball program faced rival Santa Rosa in the annual Dig Pink match. At Estancia in between the junior varsity and varsity matches, players honored their loved ones who have been besieged by cancer. For Garcia, that meant walking out on the […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Uncategorized, Westside Albuquerque
Estancia Digs Pink
For Estancia junior setter Molli Garcia, emotions ran high last week when the Bears volleyball program faced rival Santa Rosa in the annual Dig Pink match. At Estancia in between the junior varsity and varsity matches, players honored their loved ones who have been besieged by cancer. For Garcia, that meant walking out on the […]
Posted inEdgewood, Housing & Homelessness, Uncategorized, Westside Albuquerque
Edgewood Commission Candidates Discuss Local Issues
Six candidates vying for three spots on the Edgewood Town Commission spoke their truth during a candidate forum in front of about 75 local residents. The Greater East Mountain Chamber of Commerce put on the forum Oct. 18 at the Estancia Valley Classical Academy. Choices Edgewood Commission candidates include District 2, incumbent Jerry Powers who […]
Posted inEdgewood, Housing & Homelessness, Uncategorized, Westside Albuquerque
Edgewood Commission Candidates Discuss Local Issues
Six candidates vying for three spots on the Edgewood Town Commission spoke their truth during a candidate forum in front of about 75 local residents. The Greater East Mountain Chamber of Commerce put on the forum Oct. 18 at the Estancia Valley Classical Academy. Choices Edgewood Commission candidates include District 2, incumbent Jerry Powers who […]
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Corrales’ ‘Hometown Heroes’ to be Honored
Veterans Day is just around the corner, and the village of Corrales is organizing a special way for veterans to be recognized and remembered each year. And you can get involved too, supplying photos of family and friends who served our country in the military. Deputy Clerk Skye Devivi curates the different displays that grace […]
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Unique Yarn that Tells a Story
After COVID-19 reared its ugly head in early 2020 and many found themselves stuck at home looking for ways to keep their minds calm and hands occupied, analog activities like baking and knitting saw a resurgence. The following year became, for many, the year of knitting slow fashion clothing—a trend aimed at less mass manufacturing—in […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Pueblos, Westside Albuquerque
Community Briefs: Trunk or Treat and Coats for Kids
Trunk or Treat The Sandoval County Sheriff’s Office is holding a safe, candy-filled Trunk or Treat for families this year. This year’s event will be Wednesday, Oct. 25 from 3-8pm at the Walmart on 460 NM-528 in Bernalillo. Firehouse Halloween Rio Rancho Fire and Rescue is hosting its annual Halloween Open House events throughout the […]