By Lauren Lifke An Albuquerque man was arrested on Monday, Oct. 13, after allegedly using a hatchet to threaten three women in Rio Rancho. Officers responded to the Eye Associates of New Mexico at about 8:30 a.m. to a call about a man threatening three women in their car. The caller said she, her mother […]
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Posted inTorrance County
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 inMoriarty
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 inGeneral Interest, Sandoval County
Sandoval County groups receive $192,153 in outdoor equity grants
Five Sandoval County organizations will share $192,153 in state grants to provide outdoor education programs for youth from low-income families and tribal communities. The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Outdoor Recreation Division announced Tuesday that it awarded $2.2 million to 61 programs statewide from its Outdoor Equity Fund. The programs are expected to serve more […]
Posted inGeneral Interest, Rio Rancho
St. Felix Pantry to host 9th annual toy drive
St. Felix Pantry will host its ninth annual toy drive from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Brew Lab 101, 3301 Southern Blvd. SE. The family-friendly event will feature a bike show, with entry costing $20 or an unwrapped toy. All toys collected will be distributed to children in need through the pantry’s holiday […]
Posted inEast Mountains
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 […]
Posted inBernalillo County
Bernalillo County leaders urge federal delegation to protect public lands
Bernalillo County commissioners are calling on New Mexico’s congressional delegation to oppose any federal legislation that would reduce public land protections, citing concerns about potential sales or transfers of federal lands that include the Sandia Ranger District near Tijeras. Commission Chair Eric Olivas and Commissioner Barbara Baca introduced a resolution at Tuesday night’s meeting supporting […]
Posted inEdgewood
Edgewood commission to review budget adjustment, maintenance and more at regular meeting
By Lauren Lifke The Town of Edgewood Commission will move to discuss staffing, budget adjustments, zoning ordinances and maintenance on Range Road during its regular meeting on Tuesday at 6 p.m. The commission will review and take action on Resolution 2025-039, which will adjust the previously approved budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, according to […]
Posted inBernalillo County
Bernalillo County Commission to address immigration protections, affordable housing projects
The Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners will consider strengthening protections for immigrant residents and approving multiple affordable housing developments when it meets at 5 p.m. Tuesday at the Ken Sanchez Commission Chambers. Vice Chair Adriann Barboa and Commissioner Barbara Baca are sponsoring legislation that would establish “safe community spaces” and affirm the county’s commitment to […]
Posted inRio Rancho
Rio Rancho Public Schools to host livestream on $80 million bond measure
Rio Rancho Public Schools will host an informational livestream Wednesday about an $80 million bond measure that voters will decide in the Nov. 4 regular local election. The virtual event will run from noon to 1 p.m. Oct. 15 on the district’s YouTube channel. Community members can submit questions during the livestream about how the […]