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Butterfly Flutterby returns to Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park
Did you know that New Mexico attracts more butterflies than any other state except Texas and Arizona? With over 300 different species, including swallowtails, skippers, brushfoots and the state butterfly, the Sandia Hairstreak, New Mexico is a butterfly mecca. The Asombro Institute for Science Education invites you to celebrate these...
WW2 veteran laid to rest in Clovis decades after his death
CLOVIS, N.M. (KRQE) – A World War 2 veteran and prisoner of war captive was laid to rest in Clovis 82 years after his death. The remains of Sgt. Sam A. Prince were repatriated to the United States last week after he passed away as a POW in World War 2. The Defense POW/MIA Personnel Agency accounted […]
Zozobra monument unveiled before centennial burning
SANTA FE, N.M. — The statue creation ahead of the 100th Zozobra is a combination of art and technology. Zozobra is centered around the burning of Old Man Gloom. Santa Fe has been terrorized by Zozobra for 100 years and now the community has a central area to honor the beast.
331 Years of Las Fiestas de San Lorenzo
For the past 331 years, the town of Bernalillo has upheld a longstanding tradition celebrating the resettlement of New Mexico following a revolt in Texas. Las Fiestas de San Lorenzo is an annual event that has been passed down from generation to generation since Aug. 10, 1693.
Isotopes and Dion’s summer reading program sees record-breaking participation
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It was a record-breaking turnout for this year’s summer reading program hosted by Dions and the Albuquerque Isotopes. More than 7,600 students participated in this year’s Club Read with more than 55,000 books being read for the program. The program encourages students to keep reading during the summer and rewards them with […]
Albuquerque cemetery could be added to the city’s landmark list
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – It’s a cemetery in southeast Albuquerque, with many styles of headstones and tombs and with names you might recognize from downtown street signs. It’s where city founders, governors, and rough riders, to name a few, were laid to rest. “This is an important place for the city of Albuquerque and the history […]
Costco Confirms Major Shake Up for Texas Shoppers
Do you remember the day the Costco store opened its doors in Texas? Actually, there were two Costco stores that opened about the same time back in 2000. Those locations were in Ft. Worth, Texas, and East Plano, Texas. Since that time Costco has opened stores in Austin, Arlington, Cypress, Cedar Park, Houston, San Antonio, El Paso, and a number of other Texas cities. All in all there are 38 Costco locations in the Lone Star State.
Central Oklahoma Braces for Early Morning Flooding as Storms Strike Norman Area
Norman, OK – Severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall have prompted flood advisories across central Oklahoma, particularly affecting the Norman area. The National Weather Service (NWS) issued multiple warnings early Sunday as storms moved through the region, bringing much-needed rain but also raising concerns over potential flooding. According to the...
Triple-digit heat returns, with possible late-week rain relief, in North Texas
NORTH TEXAS – A brief and limited heat advisory is possible Sunday afternoon, with returning Gulf winds and humidity. Model projections indicate heat indices could rise by a degree or two.A small impulse could trigger storms in parts of Oklahoma overnight, potentially developing into a more complex system. We'll need to monitor radar overnight to see if they maintain strength while moving southeast. Model trends suggest this convection may weaken before reaching the metroplex. However, northern Collin and Denton counties could still see some activity early Sunday morning, particularly north of Highway 380.This week, the heat dome will rebuild over the...
ABC-7 StormTrack: Above normal temperatures continue in the Borderland, rain chance remains slim
Happy Saturday to the Borderland! I am forecasting mostly dry and above-normal temperatures for the Borderland this weekend. Chances for showers and thunderstorms are low, but I cannot rule out a stray shower or two this weekend. Daily highs will be approximately in the mid to upper 90s some areas may see triple-digits.
NASA will launch 8 scientific balloons from New Mexico
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – NASA will launch eight scientific balloons at the agency’s balloon launch facility in Fort Sumner, New Mexico. The balloon flights carrying “scientific experiments and technology demonstrations” are scheduled to launch from mid-August through mid-October. NASA said the flights will support 16 missions,...
Tri-Cities Events Calendar: Things to do in northwestern New Mexico
Small Business Opportunity Day, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. San Juan College, 4601 College Blvd. Free. Brings small businesses with procurement buyers from local companies to network and discover opportunities together. Details: The Small Business Development Center (505) 566-3528 or visit, nmsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events/13931. Wednesday, Aug. 14. Michael Kilgore presents “Drive-Ins...
Ebon Solar to build solar factory in New Mexico
(The Center Square) – A green energy firm from the Northeast plans to make a sizeable investment in New Mexico. Ebon Solar LLC (Ebon Solar), a Delaware-based U.S. solar cell manufacturing company, will invest $942 million into New Mexico’s solar industry. “We have succeeded in making New Mexico...
State wants to address drinking water issues at 138 local systems
New Mexico environment officials put more than 100 drinking water systems on notice last week that they need to provide plans to address drinking water deficiencies by mid-August or potentially face steep fines. The 138 letters sent on July 29 by the New Mexico Environment Department declare that those drinking water systems responsible for sending […]
New Mexico Weather Alert: Thunderstorms Expected Near Rio Rancho
Albuquerque, NM – New Mexico will experience scattered showers and thunderstorms on Sunday, with western and northern regions seeing the brunt of the activity. While thunderstorms are predicted to be more prevalent in these areas, fewer storms are expected across the eastern plains, where hot temperatures will continue. According...
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