Submitted by Democratic Senator Cindy Nava and Republican Senator Craig Brandt The political climate these days feels tense. Nationally, we see gridlock everywhere, preventing proven policies that can help our cities and towns thrive. That’s why, in New Mexico, it’s so important that we work together in a bipartisan fashion to get real work done […]
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Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside Albuquerque
Celebrating 150 years of Casa San Ysidro: A landmark of New Mexico’s heritage
Staff report The Albuquerque Museum is celebrating the 150th anniversary of Casa San Ysidro: The Gutiérrez/Minge House in Corrales with a series of special events throughout 2025. Casa San Ysidro, a satellite of the Albuquerque Museum, preserves a collection of New Mexican art, furnishings and historic artifacts. Built around 1875, the house was named for […]
Posted inPueblos, Westside Albuquerque
Placitas community to conduct major highway cleanup
By Signpost Staff Residents of Placitas and surrounding areas should expect to see increased activity along NM State Highway 165 Saturday as over 65 volunteers participate in a major trash pickup. Jardineros de Placitas, a local charitable and social organization celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2025, is leading the effort. The group is expanding its […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
Sandoval County groups protest Musk and Trump policies at Tesla showroom
By Kevin Hendricks Two Sandoval County groups combined forces on March 13 to hold a peaceful protest outside the Tesla showroom on Santa Ana Pueblo. The Democratic Party of Sandoval County and Sandoval County Indivisible organized the demonstration, which included over 100 people voicing their displeasure with Tesla CEO Elon Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
Sandoval County celebrates 122nd birthday
By Kevin Hendricks Happy birthday, Sandoval County. Sandoval County was founded on March 10, 1903. 122 years later, elected officials, first responders, county residents and employees gathered at the Sandoval County Administration Building in Bernalillo to celebrate. Sandoval County Commission Chair Michael Meek kicked off the festivities. “Thank you so much for celebrating a great […]
Posted inWestside Albuquerque
Free Uber Rides Available for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
By Signpost staff Sandoval County is again partnering with local organizations to offer free and safe rides for St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. The “Take a Ride on Us” program provides residents in Sandoval, Bernalillo and Santa Fe counties a reliable alternative to driving under the influence. Beginning March 14 at 10 a.m. and running through […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
Viral posts resurrect month-old Tesla vandalism incident in New Mexico
By Kevin Hendricks As the Tesla Takedown gains steam, a viral post flooded local social media Tuesday night and early Wednesday showing the burnt husk of a Tesla sedan outside of the salesroom on Santa Ana Pueblo. The only problem? The incident happened over a month ago, the Sandoval Signpost found out after digging into […]
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News, Westside Albuquerque
Bernalillo Council Rundown
By Jesse Jones At the March 10 Bernalillo Town Council meeting, Councilor Phillip Valverde announced that the Bernalillo Fire Department’s fundraiser raised over $7,000 for the Safe Haven Baby Box project. The meeting nearly didn’t have a quorum until the last minute, when two councilors arrived and one joined by phone. The funds will help […]
Posted inWestside Albuquerque
A new home for a hero
By Kevin Hendricks Two programs began constructing a mortgage-free home for U.S. Army Sergeant David Halona, a three-tour Iraq veteran. Building Homes for Heroes and the Built to Honor program at home construction company PulteGroup hosted the groundbreaking ceremony on March 5 in Rio Rancho, marking a step in honoring Halona’s service and sacrifice. Halona, […]
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Shaving heads and saving lives
By Kevin Hendricks A wave of support and shaved heads marked the 19th annual St. Baldrick’s Foundation fundraiser in Rio Rancho, bringing in thousands of dollars for childhood cancer research. The event, held March 1 at the Rio Rancho Events Center, raised about $33,500. In exchange for donations, people signed up for head shaves and […]