With temperatures soaring into the triple digits, the City of Albuquerque is equipping residents with the best ways to stay safe from extreme heat this summer. City officials are urging the community to take all necessary precautions and to take advantage of the available resources, such as expanded shelter options and splash pads, among others. […]
General Interest
Posted inEast Mountains
Juneteenth closures announced across East Mountains, Edgewood, Moriarty
On Thursday, June 19, several communities across New Mexico’s East Mountains—including Edgewood, Moriarty, and surrounding areas—will pause routine operations in observance of Juneteenth. Also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, Juneteenth is a federal holiday commemorating the effective end of slavery in the United States. The Town of Edgewood has confirmed a full closure […]
Posted inAlbuquerque
What is closed for Juneteenth?
By Abby McDonald Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, commemorates June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, learned of their freedom. It became a federal holiday in 2021. The Albuquerque City Council voted unanimously in 2015 to declare Juneteenth, an annual holiday celebrated on June 19th to commemorate the end […]
Posted inPlacitas
Forest Service proposes major Sandia Cave upgrades, seeks public input
The U.S. Forest Service is seeking public input on a plan to restore and upgrade Sandia Cave, a historic and culturally significant site in the Sandia Mountains. The proposed improvements aim to protect the landmark from ongoing damage while enhancing safety and access for the growing number of visitors. The Sandia Cave Improvements Project, led […]
Posted inEast Mountains
East Mountain Historical Society hopes to transform 100+ year old house
The East Mountain Historical Society hopes to one day conduct operations out of a stone house that was built more than 100 years ago in the unincorporated community of San Antonio, located between Tijeras and Cedar Crest. “It’ll be a repository for the area’s history, and through utilization of the meeting rooms, serve as a […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News
Say ‘I do’ then pay more: Marriage license fees more than double on June 20
Couples planning to get married in New Mexico will see an increase in marriage license costs. The Sandoval County Clerk’s Office announced that starting June 20, marriage license fees have increased from $25 to $55 statewide. The increase is the result of Senate Bill 290, which was signed into law by the governor on April […]
Posted inAlbuquerque
Major intersection closure scheduled for South Valley for railroad crossing upgrade
Drivers in the South Valley are advised to prepare for detours as a major transportation upgrade will temporarily close a key intersection next week. The intersection of Rio Bravo Boulevard and Second Street SE will be shut down from Tuesday, June 18, through Saturday, June 22, as crews work to upgrade the existing railroad crossing. […]
Posted inAlbuquerque, Downtown, General Interest
Downtown Albuquerque Rail Trail construction starts June 16
Construction will begin Monday, June 16, on the Central Crossing Bridge at Central Avenue and First Street, part of the planned seven-mile Albuquerque Rail Trail that will affect downtown travel for nearly a year. The 10-month project will reshape a key downtown intersection, shifting bus routes, limiting vehicle turns and closing parts of the sidewalk […]
Posted inEdgewood, General Interest
Edgewood takes a real ride: Carnival delivers great times, memories and revenue boost for the town
The town of Edgewood thanked the community and Sun Valley Rides for a great weekend filled with family fun. Edgewood saw a strong turnout for its annual summer carnival, a gathering filled with crowds and fun for everyone. The event, hosted in partnership with Sun Valley Rides, featured a variety of rides, games and food […]
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New Mexico United unveils 2025 Pride Kit benefiting Transgender Resource Center
New Mexico United is throwing a party at the United Team Store this Friday. United’s 2025 Pride Kit Launch Event is set for 5 p.m. and will offer fans the chance to get the new kit ahead of the team’s Pride on the Pitch Match set for June 28. The launch party will feature United’s […]