Posted inLocal Government, Westside Albuquerque

Public meeting on proposed hypersonic rocket plant set for Tuesday

The Sandoval Economic Alliance will host a community informational meeting Tuesday to discuss Project Ranger, a proposed hypersonic rocket manufacturing and testing facility being considered for development in Sandoval County west of Rio Rancho. The meeting will be held from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Cielo Azul Elementary School cafeteria. Representatives from the project team will […]

Posted inNew Mexico State Gov.

New Mexico boosts school security with $35 million investment

Millions of dollars in one-time spending authorized by state lawmakers earlier this year are set to be dispersed to school districts across New Mexico, including funding meant to strengthen school security.   Earlier this year, New Mexico lawmakers passed House Bill 450, which included $50 million for school security improvements, career technical education facilities, and repairs […]

Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside Albuquerque

Rio Rancho to host annual Fall Festival Saturday at Campus Park

The City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation and Community Services Department will present its annual Fall Festival from 2 to 8 p.m. Saturday at Campus Park, 2516 King Blvd. NE, featuring free admission and activities for all ages. The community event, co-hosted with The Rio Rancho Events Center, will include live music, food trucks, pumpkin […]

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov.

Tijeras joins national ‘No Kings’ protest movement Saturday

The Village of Tijeras will add its voice to a nationwide protest movement Saturday when demonstrators gather at the Tijeras Public Library for a “No Kings 2.0” rally against Trump administration policies. The two-hour demonstration, scheduled from 10 a.m. to noon at the library on Route 66, represents one of 25 New Mexico communities participating […]

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Westside Albuquerque

Rio Rancho Public Schools asks for community input on replacing longtime superintendent

Rio Rancho Public Schools officials are seeking extensive community feedback as the district begins searching for a new superintendent to replace Dr. V. Sue Cleveland, who announced her retirement in September after more than 30 years leading the district. The Rio Rancho Board of Education will hold public meetings Oct. 15 and 16 to gather […]

Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Westside Albuquerque

Man accused of assault with deadly weapon in McIntosh

The Torrance County Sheriff’s Office issued a warrant for a man’s arrest in McIntosh after he allegedly threatened his neighbors with a handgun near the Dollar General near NM-41 and Shondale Lane on Sunday, Oct. 12. Officers arrived to meet the victim and his girlfriend at the Dollar General parking lot. The victim’s girlfriend said […]

Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Pueblos

New Mexico Cattle Growers to address herd health threats at December conference

The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association will host its annual Cattlemen’s College focused on protecting livestock from emerging disease threats Dec. 10 at the Hotel Albuquerque. The one-day conference, titled “The Healthy Herd: What is it? What’s It Take? How to Protect or Reclaim It?” will address biosecurity measures and best practices as ranchers face […]

Posted inCongress & Federal Gov.

Bernalillo County offers free green waste disposal for East Mountain residents

Bernalillo County announced the return of Green Waste Days, offering East Mountain residents free disposal of yard debris from Oct. 25 through Nov. 9 at the East Mountain Transfer Station. The program, aimed at helping property owners reduce wildfire risk, allows residents to drop off green waste at no charge at the transfer station located […]