The Rio Rancho City Council voted Thursday to approve a renewable energy project that would place thousands of solar panels on 80 acres of state trust land in the northern part of the city, despite criticism from some residents about the developer’s business practices. The council voted 5-1 to approve both a master plan amendment […]
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Rio Rancho plans roundabout for Sara Road-Meadowlark Lane intersection
A virtual public meeting will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at 6 p.m. to discuss reconstruction plans for Sara Road and Meadowlark Lane, including the proposed installation of a roundabout at their intersection. The project aims to improve roadway conditions, enhance pedestrian access and upgrade utilities along the corridor, according to meeting organizers. The […]
Posted inEdgewood
Which East Mountain dispensaries have gained and lost licenses since last year?
By Lauren Lifke and Josh Lee Since 2024, the cannabis industry in New Mexico has seen growth and changes amid a broader industry consolidation that has reshaped the state’s cannabis landscape. Data published yearly by the New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department shows Cannabis Control Division licensing for dispensaries across the state. In the East […]
Posted inSandoval County
Which dispensaries have gained and lost licenses since last year?
By Lauren Lifke and Josh Lee Since 2024, the cannabis industry in New Mexico has seen growth and changes amid broader industry consolidation. Data published yearly by the New Mexico Regulation & Licensing Department shows Cannabis Control Division licensing for dispensaries across the state. In Sandoval County, three new dispensaries have popped up, and three […]
Posted inGeneral Interest, Sandoval County
Sandoval County relocates Cuba Senior Center after mold discovery
Sandoval County has moved its Cuba Senior Center to a new location at the county fairgrounds after mold was discovered in the facility’s previous building. The senior center reopened Monday at the Community Center located at 57 Rodeo Road in Cuba, according to a county press release. The facility had previously operated from the Village […]
Posted inEdgewood
Edgewood seeks public input on wayfinding design project
The town of Edgewood is asking residents to help shape its visual identity through a new wayfinding design survey aimed at improving navigation throughout the community. The nine-question survey, which takes five to 10 minutes to complete, asks residents to weigh in on sign designs, site furnishing styles and plant palettes that best reflect Edgewood’s […]
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Edgewood to begin major paving project on West Venus Road
The Town of Edgewood will begin a major road construction project on West Venus Road starting Wednesday, with work expected to continue through Dec. 20. The hot mix asphalt paving project will involve traffic control measures and intermittent road closures along the affected stretch, town officials said. Edgewood Middle School will remain accessible during construction, […]
Posted inEast Mountains
Cedar Crest art gallery to celebrate first anniversary
Enchanted Soul Art Creatives’ Gallery & Shop will mark its first anniversary with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Oct. 1 at 2 p.m., celebrating a year of community engagement and support for local artists. The Cedar Crest gallery, located at 12220 N. Highway 14, Suite A, specializes in New Mexico and Native Contemporary Art and has […]
Posted inEconomy & Labor
Albertsons recalls deli pasta sold in New Mexico over Listeria concerns
Albertsons customers who purchased deli-prepared pastas from stores in New Mexico and other western states over the past few weeks are being asked to return or destroy them. Some store-made pasta dishes were found to contain Listeria monocytogenes, an organizsm that can cause serious illness and even death in some cases. Albertsons is offering a […]
Posted inEast Mountains
Trail Rider Pizza to take over Greenside Cafe space
By Lauren Lifke After a series of negative health inspection reports, Greenside Cafe is closing down, making room for its Cedar Crest neighbor, Trail Rider Pizza, to acquire a larger space. Trail Rider Pizza manager Chris White said the restaurant has been wanting to move into the Greenside space for several years, and after Greenside’s […]