Sammy Lopez, a long-time New Mexican media leader, passed away surrounded by his family on Sunday, Oct. 6. He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Kathy Lou Lopez; his cherished daughter, Melinda Lopez; his devoted brother, Victor Lopez; his caring sister, Bertha Benavidez; and his loving grandchildren, Javaris Smith, Jazmine Lopez, and […]
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Trial in 2023 Oñate shooting canceled after defendant takes plea deal
The attempted murder trial of a man who shot a Native activist at a protest over a controversial monument in northern New Mexico was canceled at the 11th hour. In what local prosecutors are framing as “a surprise change of events,” Ryan Martinez on Monday morning pleaded no contest to aggravated battery against Jacob Johns and aggravated […]
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Trial in 2023 Oñate shooting canceled after defendant takes plea deal
The attempted murder trial of a man who shot a Native activist at a protest over a controversial monument in northern New Mexico was canceled at the 11th hour. In what local prosecutors are framing as “a surprise change of events,” Ryan Martinez on Monday morning pleaded no contest to aggravated battery against Jacob Johns and aggravated […]
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Walkin N Circles Ranch hosting fundraiser for neglected horses
Walkin N Circles Ranch, a nonprofit horse rescue in Edgewood, will be hosting a fundraising horse show this month. The ranch has been working since 2002 to rehabilitate and find homes for abandoned and neglected horses. The Halloween Fun Open Equine fundraiser show is set for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 19 at the […]
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Letter to the Editor: New Mexico ’emerges’ as worst state in union
Submitted by state Rep. Stefani Lord, Sandia Park New Mexicans are beginning to ask – why our state is ranked last in the nation in every important category (from education, to crime, addiction, and child welfare); and why isn’t their legislator proposing solutions to fix these problems? Both are fair questions. The answer partially […]
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Letter to the Editor: New Mexico ’emerges’ as worst state in union
Submitted by state Rep. Stefani Lord, Sandia Park New Mexicans are beginning to ask – why our state is ranked last in the nation in every important category (from education, to crime, addiction, and child welfare); and why isn’t their legislator proposing solutions to fix these problems? Both are fair questions. The answer partially […]
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MyBlue Ride-Sharing Service Launches in Edgewood
The North Central Regional Transit District Blue Bus (NCRTD) announced the launch of its MyBlue ride-sharing service in Edgewood starting Oct. 15. The new service will operate from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, offering residents a transportation option within the Edgewood MyBlue zone. According to a press release, MyBlue is similar to […]
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Mountainair Mayor Addresses Rumors About New Police Chief
Mountainair Mayor Peter Nieto announced on social media that the town had hired Paul Lucero as the new chief of police on Sept. 17. Less than two weeks later, Nieto took to social media to address “some rumors that have been circulating lately” about a connection between Lucero and the former police chief, Juan Reyes. […]
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Mountainair Mayor Addresses Rumors About New Police Chief
Mountainair Mayor Peter Nieto announced on social media that the town had hired Paul Lucero as the new chief of police on Sept. 17. Less than two weeks later, Nieto took to social media to address “some rumors that have been circulating lately” about a connection between Lucero and the former police chief, Juan Reyes. […]
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Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round: The Importance of Prescribed Burning in New Mexico
Fall in New Mexico means the Balloon Fiesta, roasting green chile and prescribed burns. Many prescribed burning operations by various land management agencies and private landowners are set for this month, including several that will impact the East Mountains. During the prescribed burns, the public can expect increased visibility of smoke in certain areas. According […]