Guest Commentary by Dave Contarino – Governor Bill Richardson was always forward thinking and he pressed those of us closest to him to follow suit. Whether challenging staff to look skyward with Spaceport America or building on the transcontinental spirit of America’s railroads with the Railrunner, Richardson imparted on his team the value of always […]
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Posted inBernalillo County
Remembering everyone: Ceremony offers final respect to indigent, unclaimed neighbors
By Rodd Cayton, The Paper.– The main theme of the Sept. 3 burial service at Fairview Memorial Park was that everyone matters. Robert Noblin, speaking at the Bernalillo County annual memorial ceremony described the act of remembering the community’s indigent and unconnected as a solemn and sacred purpose. “It’s a time for us as a […]
Posted inCorrales
Corrales’ favorite fall weekend is back: What to know before you go
By Kevin Hendricks Corrales’ “Not-So-Rapid-Transit” tractor wagons roll again this month as the Corrales Harvest Festival returns for its 41st year, running Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 26-27, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the village. The Kiwanis Club of Corrales Foundation, a nonprofit run entirely by unpaid board and committee members, organizes the free […]
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Corrales Ditch Run turns 30, keeps ditch banks and donations flowing
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Corrales runners will lace up for a milestone this month: the 30th annual Corrales Ditch Run winds along the village’s dirt acequias and tree-lined ditch banks Sunday, Sept. 13, with Sandia Mountain views built into every stride. Race day kicks off with the 10K at 8:30 a.m., the 5K at […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News
A day off and a day out? Labor Day weekend offers a plethora of leisure options
By Rodd Cayton For some, Labor Day Weekend is a chance to relax at home with burgers and hot dogs, honoring the progress of the American labor movement. For others, it’s an opportunity to turn the extra day off into a special end-of-summer adventure. Those in the Albuquerque area will have a variety of options […]
Posted inSandoval County
The Rio Rancho weekend guide: Concerts, markets and must-see events
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. Labor Day weekend in Rio Rancho comes with an unusual problem: too many good options. The Events Center hosts back-to-back major shows Friday and Sunday, while local markets, a green chile festival, a Placitas blues concert and a comedy legend fill the rest of the long weekend. Friday: Brantley Gilbert […]
Posted inPlacitas
Decade of blooms: Placitas Garden Tour celebrates 10 years
Six Placitas gardens open their gates to the public Sept. 13 as the Placitas Garden Tour marks its 10th year highlighting high desert landscaping and habitat for birds and pollinators. This year’s self-guided tour stretches from the west side of Placitas to the far northeast end of the community, featuring gardens named “Wildlife Sanctuary,” “A […]
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Las Placitas Association September report: Honoring a leader and navigating local wildlife
Submitted by the Las Placitas Association A sad announcement: We are devastated to announce the untimely death of our fearless leader, Sandra Johnson. Longtime LPA president, founder and benefactor of Placitas Wild, member of Placitas Community Library art committee, skilled silversmith and member of Wild Hearts Gallery. Sandy was our friend and our inspiration. No […]
Posted inSandoval County
August ends on a high note in Sandoval County: Here’s what’s happening this weekend
By Kevin Hendricks, The Paper. August doesn’t go quietly in Sandoval County. The final weekend of the month brings a four-time New Mexico Music Award winner to The BLOCK, a Vegas legend to Quezada’s and free trivia and a classic movie to close it all out Sunday. Friday: Eryn Bent closes out August at The […]
Posted inTown of Bernalillo
Bernalillo job fair serves up careers — and tacos
Job seekers in Bernalillo won’t have to look far this week — a career and resource fair rolls into the Recreation Center Thursday with employers, blood donors and free tacos all under one roof. The Bernalillo Community Career & Resource Fair runs 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 27 at 370 Rotary Park Road, according […]