The Cibola National Forest and Grasslands announced this week that the Mountainair and Sandia ranger districts will enter stage II fire restrictions on Thursday, which will last through August. The […]
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Road maintenance project moves forward in Mountainair
Mountainair Mayor Peter Nieto announced through social media that important road work is set to begin in July. The town of Mountainair is scheduled for significant road improvements and local […]
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Tijeras kicks off summer with three-part concert series
The village of Tijeras is launching its 2025 summer concert series starting in June. The event will feature live music, community events and outdoor fun for the entire family in […]
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East Mountain High School to launch middle school program in 2026
By Kevin Hendricks East Mountain High School, a charter school in Sandia Park recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School, has announced plans to expand its program to include middle […]
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East Mountain High School earns national award, $10,000 Grant at Building Hope IMPACT Summit
By Kevin Hendricks East Mountain High School, a charter school in Sandia Park, was awarded a $10,000 grant at the fourth annual Building Hope IMPACT Summit in Miami. The summit, […]
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‘Here’s Your Sign’ to decide Sandia Park’s new welcome
By Kevin Hendricks Voting opens Tuesday for a new project that would create a sign that welcomes visitors and residents to Sandia Park. The “Here’s Your Sign” project invites the […]
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East Mountain Historical Society to host public meeting on Campo Stone House restoration
By Kevin Hendricks The East Mountain Historical Society has announced a public meeting to discuss the restoration of the historic Campo Stone House and plans for a community cultural and […]
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Torrance County announces 2025 Summer Internship Program
Torrance County has announced its 2025 Summer Enrichment Internship Program, which will offer paid work experience to students aged 14 to 18. Interns will work 20 hours per week at […]
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Department of Health issues measles exposure warning in Cedar Crest
By Kevin Hendricks The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has confirmed the first measles cases in Sandoval County, involving an adult with unknown vaccination status and an unvaccinated child […]
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Torrance County
Torrance County firefighter named finalist for New Mexico 2025 Firefighter of the Year
Torrance County Fire and Emergency Services has announced that Firefighter/EMT-Intermediate Nicaea Spomer is a finalist for the New Mexico 2025 Firefighter of the Year Award. Spomer has served with Torrance […]