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Santa Fe TradFest asks a simple question: Do you like acoustic instruments?. If you count the old Santa Fe Banjo & Fiddle Contest from which the ongoing Santa Fe TradFest evolved, the annual three-day traditional music festival turns 50 in 2024. That’s 50 years of folk, Americana, bluegrass, regional tunes and more acoustic guitars, banjos, upright basses and fiddles than even seems possible.
Lawsuit filed a year after deadly plane crash
SANTA FE, N.M. — A family who lost their home after a plane crash is now suing the aircraft's owner and its homeowner's insurance company. The lawyer of the property owner claims several protocols were not followed before the crash. On July 18, 2023, Randolph Sherman had just taken...
Suspect in Santa Fe murder waives detention hearing in federal carjacking case
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A man facing federal charges for carjacking and using a gun to commit a crime in connection to the shooting death of an elderly man in Santa Fe will not fight being held behind bars until trial on the charges. Zachary Babitz waived his detention hearing in federal court. According to the criminal […]
CHS cross-country gets moving at 15th annual Snow Ball Run
RIO RANCHO — It was a blistering hot afternoon at Cleveland High School Aug. 16 as the cross-country squad took to the course for the annual Snow Ball Run, a time trial to determine placement of runners. Luckily, frozen-treat truck Kona Ice was on hand to cool things off.
The Art of Lowrider Bicycle
Recognized worldwide in the lowrider bicycle scene, co-founder of Albuquerque’s Oddfellas Bike Club, Aaron Gonzales builds community along with his custom low-to-the-ground bicycles. THE ZYDECO KRUSH. Leader of the band “The Zydeco Krush,” Rusty Metoyer brings the upbeat sound of Zydeco music to the world. PATTERNS IN...
Las Cruces’ sanctioned homeless encampment works
Since the U.S. Supreme Court blessed local government bans on public camping, many have tried to sweep away their homeless camps. They just pop up again somewhere else, or individuals fan out to new places. Where are they supposed to go? Courts don’t answer that question. Neither do local governments....
PSA 8/20/2024 City of Las Vegas Lifts All Water Restrictions
Las Vegas, NM – The City of Las Vegas is pleased to announce the lifting of all water restrictions, following a period of stabilized water reserves. With this update, businesses and residents can now operate without limitations. The City will continue to monitor water reserves to stay prepared for any future impacts, and we encourage all residents to practice water conservation when possible.
Residents, workers near Cannon AFB can get free blood tests for PFAS chemicals
CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) – Residents and workers surrounding Cannon Air Force Base near Clovis will be able to get free blood tests to check for PFAS. The tests are available to adults who have lived or worked in certain areas around the base where PFAS have contaminated the local water supply.
Maxeon promises solar jobs. Reality is less certain.
On a vast shrubby mesa in Southeast Albuquerque, local politicians and developers for years have envisioned a master-planned urban community with more than 10,000 homes in close proximity to a jobs center with high-tech factories, film production facilities, and retail businesses. They named the development Mesa del Sol. After fits...
Lobo Talk at Sandia Debuts on Tuesday, August 20
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Lobo Talk has moved to Tuesday night, and to first edition of Lobo Talk will take place on Tuesday night, August 20. This year Lobo Talk will take place in the beautiful Sandia Resort Sports Bar. The show will be from 6-7 p.m., and it will be on The Sports Animal KNML 95.9 FM/610 AM, and online right here.
Walkin’ N Circles Ranch holding Riding for Rescues fundraiser
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – New Mexico Horse Rescue at Walkin’ N Circles Ranch is a nonprofit horse rescue that rehabilitates and finds homes for abandoned, abused and neglected horses. Walkin’ N Circles is currently caring for about 50 horses. Starting August 31, the Riding for Rescues Fundraiser will begin. Bud Kingston will make a 400-mile journey on horseback […]
Cannon Air Force Base 27th Special Operations Wing mourns loss of deployed airman
Officials with Cannon Air Force Base announced that 28-year-old U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Tristen Wright of Palm Bay, Florida died on Aug. 15 in a non-combat-related incident at an undisclosed location.
Santa Clara County supervisor to leave for New Mexico
Santa Clara County Supervisor Cindy Chavez has cemented her next role in New Mexico. Bernalillo County officials announced Tuesday that they’ve finalized a contract with Chavez for the role of county manager, the county’s top administrator. The final contract will go before Bernalillo County leaders at their meeting next week and if approved, her first... The post Santa Clara County supervisor to leave for New Mexico appeared first on San José Spotlight.
Marco’s Pizza Debuts in New Mexico with 9-Unit Area Development Agreement
Albuquerque, N.M. — Marco’s Pizza, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pizza brands, announces a 9-unit area development agreement in New Mexico. This marks a milestone for the brand as it breaks into a new state, with its nationwide footprint now spanning 35 states. Site selection is currently underway, with the first two locations slated to open in the Albuquerque and Rio Rancho areas before the end of first quarter 2025.
Results of the 2024 Cat’s Classic
ALAMOSA – The Cat’s Classic motocross races returned to the valley Sunday at Sutak Raceway with several riders from Colorado, New Mexico and Wyoming competing. Here are the winners in each division. Modern Open Intermediate – Derek Lucero, Alamosa (race 1&2) Modern Open Expert – Louis Gallegos,...
UPDATED: Alabama Street shooting locks down WNMU
Students and staff at the Western New Mexico University main campus were briefly asked to shelter in place Tuesday afternoon after an apparent shooting near the intersection of 13th and Gordon streets, two blocks north of the Harlan Hall science building on campus. At 4:47 p.m., Silver City Police Chief...
The Next Alexander McQueen, a Rush of Rooster Feathers and Trippy Quills: Indigenous Designers Celebrate Heritage and Innovation at SWAIA Native Fashion Show
SANTA FE, New Mexico — “I want to be creative director of Alexander McQueen,” rising Plains Cree designer Jontay Kahm said backstage after showing his collection Sunday night at the Southwestern Association for Indian Arts Fashion Show here, with a rush of ancient-meets-avant garde rooster feathers, trippy quills and pony beads on the runway.WWD Time Capsule: Designer Isabel Toledo, in the Height of Her Career, Talks About Her Signature Comfortable but Fitted Designs Kahm’s dream could be a real possibility now that Indigenous designers are rightfully taking their place in the fashion conversation, with Santa Fe as a major hub and...
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