The sister of a man who was shot and killed by Rio Rancho police officers in January 2022 has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the city and the police department. According to the lawsuit, on January 26, 2022, police responded to a 911 call involving domestic disturbance at a home on the 4600 block […]
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Mary & Karl Hofmann: A Retrospective
A retrospective featuring works by longtime Placitas residents Mary and Karl Hofmann will begin the Placitas Community Library’s 2024 exhibition series in the Gracie Lee Community Room. The couple is being celebrated for their collaborative efforts throughout the nearly fifty years they’ve lived and worked together in New Mexico producing ceramics and sculpture, paintings, pastels, […]
Bernalillo Schools Offering Frozen Meals for the Winter Break
Bernalillo Public Schools will offer 11 days of frozen school meals for students who rely on school meals to meet their child’s meal needs.
Sue Cleveland Teacher Wins Prestigious Educator Award
Cleveland High School was abuzz with excitement today for New Mexico Secretary of Public Education Dr. Arsenio Romero’s visit, but the …
Bernalillo County Commission Updates
County Commissioner Eric Olivas, who represents the East Mountains and neighborhoods in Albuquerque’s Far Heights and foothills. His office provided the following updates to recent legislation before the commission. FR 2023-112 One-Time Appropriations Passed 3-2 Sponsored by Commissioner Olivas this resolution allocated nearly $20 million from surplus county general fund dollars to many one-time projects in Bernalillo […]
Applications Open for Home Repair Program
From now until Jan. 5, 2024, low to moderate-income Rio Rancho homeowners can apply for home repair assistance. The City of Rio Rancho has once again partnered with the non-profit Homewise, Inc., to administer this program. Assistance is capped at $25,000 for each home. Eligible expenses include: heating/mechanical systems, plumbing systems, roofs, door, windows, siding, […]
Rio Rancho Police Warn of Officer Impersonators
Rio Rancho Police say they have taken several calls where individuals are calling citizens pretending to be RRPD officers. The scammers are advising people they have warrants, and requesting money over the phone to resolve them. RRPD issued an alert letting people know they will never request money for warrants. If you receive a similar […]
Bernalillo County Commission Updates
County Commissioner Eric Olivas, who represents the East Mountains and neighborhoods in Albuquerque’s Far Heights and foothills. His office provided the following updates to recent legislation before the commission. FR 2023-112 One-Time Appropriations Passed 3-2 Sponsored by Commissioner Olivas this resolution allocated nearly $20 million from surplus county general fund dollars to many one-time projects in Bernalillo […]
New Mexico’s Outdoor Economy is Booming
New data from the US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis shows the outdoor recreation sector’s growing impact on the national and local economy. Nationally, BEA reports outdoor recreation generates $1.1 trillion in economic output—2.2% of the gross domestic product—4.98 million jobs and comprises 3.2% of US employees. According to the state, New Mexico’s […]
Business Grants Awarded to Local Veteran-Owned Businesses
VBSC & RRCF support local veterans, granting small business aid to Popped Candy and Tanta Solutions & Acquisitions Inc. in Rio Rancho.