Sandoval County commissioners on Wednesday approved what is normally a routine request, but not before several Placitas residents voiced their opposition to the project at its center. The Placitas Artists Series is seeking grant money for planning and design of a plaza-style outdoor space in the unincorporated village. The description in the agenda reads in […]
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Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Pueblos
Vasquez warns funding crisis endangers Bosque del Apache’s vital role in local economy
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez, D-N.M., visited the Bosque del Apache National Wildlife Refuge on Dec. 6 to assess the impact of federal budget cuts and staffing shortages on the site. Vasquez met with Deputy Refuge Manager Bernard Lujan, refuge staff and leadership from the Friends of the Bosque to discuss operational challenges facing the 57,000-acre […]
Posted inEdgewood, Housing & Homelessness
Edgewood to host holiday events including toy drive, balloon glow
The Town of Edgewood will host a series of holiday events as Christmas nears, including a toy drive with Santa photos, an ornament decorating workshop and a balloon glow festival. The toy drive will take place Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to noon at Edgewood Town Hall, 171A N.M. 344. Residents can donate toys for […]
Posted inEdgewood, Local Government
‘Abysmal’ morale: Edgewood commissioners accept clerk-treasurer’s resignation
Town of Edgewood commissioners voted to accept the resignation of Shaline Lopez, clerk-treasurer for the town, during the regular session Town Commission meeting on Tuesday evening. “Staff morale is abysmal right now,” Lopez said in her presentation early in the meeting. At the end of the meeting, after a closed session, commissioners moved to accept […]
Posted inLocal Government, Westside Albuquerque
Sandoval County Commission approves new department
Sandoval County Commissioners Wednesday voted 4-1 to create a new county department. Sort of. The new General Services Department, County Manager Wayne Johnson told commissioners, is a continuation of a grant services office and intended as a support apparatus for other departments. He said no immediate hiring is anticipated, as the person chosen as the […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside Albuquerque
Sandoval County Historical Society hosting free holiday potluck, open house
The Sandoval County Historical Society & Museum will host a free holiday open house and potluck on Sunday, Dec. 14, at 1 p.m. to celebrate the community and showcase its newly refurbished meeting room. The event will feature artwork by Edmond DeLavy, holiday music, food and non-alcoholic beverages. Attendees are encouraged to bring a favorite […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Pueblos
New Mexico textile artists’ diverse works on display at Placitas Community Library
The Placitas Community Library is showcasing works by the Mixed Media Textile Artists of New Mexico in its year-end exhibition “All Mixed Up,” running through Jan. 1 in the Gracie Lee Community Room. A public reception is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 12, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. The exhibition features 50 pieces by 13 artists […]
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East Mountain Toy Exchange opens Friday for holiday season
The East Mountain Toy Exchange will open its doors Friday for a three-day event offering free toys to families in need. The pop-up shop, located at 65 Rainbow Road, will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through Sunday. All items are free, and organizers encourage visitors to give what they can and […]
Posted inEdgewood, Housing & Homelessness
Santa’s Village event set for Saturday in Edgewood
Families can meet Santa Claus and enjoy holiday festivities this weekend at Santa’s Village, a free community event scheduled for Saturday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. The event will take place at Graceland Portable Buildings, located at 10 Edgewood 7 in Edgewood. Organizers promise festive activities, holiday decorations and an appearance by Santa Claus throughout […]
Posted inCongress & Federal Gov., Westside Albuquerque
Candidates to helm Rio Rancho schools will appear at public event
The search for Rio Rancho Public Schools’ second-ever leader is nearing its final stages. The next step will be the candidates introducing themselves to the community. The Board of Education Tuesday selected three finalists as it looks to replace V. Sue Cleveland, the only superintendent RRPS has had: Dr. Heather Sanchez, chief operating officer for […]