Sandoval County Animal Services will showcase its adoptable dogs during a Halloween-themed “Tricks for Treats” pet parade Saturday at PetSmart Enchanted Hills. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with the pet parade beginning at noon. Shelter dogs will demonstrate tricks as part of the adoption promotion effort. Community members are invited to […]
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Cedar Crest Sunday Market to host farewell celebration this weekend
The Cedar Crest Sunday Market will host its final event of the season this Sunday, Oct. 26, from noon to 4 p.m. in the parking lot next to Triangle Grocery, with organizers aiming to draw a record crowd of 2,000 attendees. The farewell celebration will feature family-friendly activities, including trick-or-treating, a costume contest at 2 […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy
New Mexicans to see insurance rate hikes 35% – 52% on exchange plans in January, but state subsidies help some buyers
By Jesse Jones, with research assistance from Noah Gollin – About 75,000 New Mexicans who buy coverage through the state’s health insurance exchange will see health insurance rates increase between 35% and 52% starting in January, though state subsidies could help mitigate those increases for lower income families. Earlier this year, the State’s Superintendent of […]
Posted inLocal Government, Westside Albuquerque
Hypersonic missile plant draws hundreds to community meeting in Rio Rancho
Hundreds of residents packed an elementary school cafeteria Tuesday night to question representatives from Castelion Corporation about a proposed hypersonic missile manufacturing facility planned for just outside of Rio Rancho. The company unveiled plans for Project Ranger, a $100 million facility that would manufacture solid rocket motors and assemble complete missiles for the U.S. military […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Pueblos
State warns food banks to prep for 400,000 in need; Feds warn SNAP will “not be issued to New Mexico families” next week
More than 400,000 New Mexicans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) could see a halt to their food assistance next month due to the ongoing government shutdown, according to a top state health official. Healthcare Authority Secretary Kari Armijo told lawmakers on the Legislative Finance Committee at their Oct. 15 meeting that […]
Posted inLocal Government, Westside Albuquerque
Rio Rancho council to vote on $25 million water infrastructure bond
The Rio Rancho City Council will consider authorizing up to $25 million in revenue bonds to finance improvements to the city’s water and wastewater system when it meets Thursday. The bonds, designated as the Water and Wastewater System Improvement Revenue Bonds Series 2026, would be repaid solely through revenues generated by the utility system rather […]
Posted inLocal Government, Westside Albuquerque
Torrance County approves inmate housing agreement with CoreCivic
The Torrance County Commission approved an inmate confinement agreement with CoreCivic, Inc. during its meeting Wednesday morning to house county inmates at a rate of $66.48 per detainee per day. The rate remains unchanged from the current contract, which runs through October 26, 2028. The agreement includes an annual inflationary adjustment capped at 2.5% or […]
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East Mountain Food Pantry launches holiday fundraising campaign
The East Mountain Food Pantry has launched its annual Holiday Food Program, aiming to raise $20,000 to provide gift cards to 800 families during the holiday season. The 501(c)(3) organization plans to distribute $25 food-only gift cards to families in need, departing from its traditional food drive approach due to limited storage space. “We want […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Pueblos
Moriarty woman arrested on domestic battery charge following altercation
A Moriarty woman was arrested Monday on a misdemeanor charge of battery against a household member following a domestic dispute at her residence. According to a criminal complaint filed in Torrance County Magistrate Court, deputies responded to a call for service at approximately 9:49 p.m. regarding an unwanted person at the address. The complaint states […]
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Spitting mad: Woman arrested after altercation with police at Santa Ana casino
A woman was arrested Monday on charges of battery upon a peace officer following an incident in a casino parking lot that escalated into a physical confrontation with law enforcement. Officers with the Santa Ana Pueblo Police Department responded to a call at the Santa Ana Star Casino after receiving reports of a highly intoxicated […]