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Santa Fe Shelter Going Strong
The transfer operation began in Santa Fe, with staff workers and volunteers collaborating with the ASPCA. Santa Fe Humane Society and Shelter (SFHSS) The Santa Fe Humane Society and Shelter has spent most of its time this year—and other years—filled to near-capacity with animals. But when floods hit...
Art is the Solution Fund open for applications
When the Santa Fe Arts Commission kicked off its Art is the Solution Fund grant program in 2022, it tasked applying artists with creating works on the theme of “water & displacement.” In 2023, the fund adopted a theme of “structural inequity.” For the now-open 2024-2025 cycle however, the constraints are much looser and instead ask applicants to simply consider how or what art might be the solution to, be it personal, societal, environmental or otherwise—and there are five $10,000 grants available to make that happen.
La Cueva football looks to repeat as 6A state champions
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The goal for the La Cueva Bears football team is simple: Win back-to-back state championships. For La Cueva star quarterback Cameron Dyer, he said the team will be on notice every week after securing the 6A state championship in 2023. "I feel like we're the new...
Man arrested in Northern Meadows shooting last week
Aiden Burke, 21, of Rio Rancho, was arrested Aug. 13 for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, shooting at or from a motor vehicle and negligent use of deadly weapon in the 3800 block of Clear Creek Road. A caller reported that a man had shot at him in his...
Celebrating a Century of Zozobra: Santa Fe’s Iconic Tradition Comes to the Big Screen
As Santa Fe prepares to bid farewell to its glooms for the 100th time, a new documentary captures one of the city’s most beloved traditions. Zozobra: 100 Years of Fire and Redemption, produced by Hutton Video Productions, offers an intimate look at the history, artistry, and community spirit behind the annual burning of Old Man Gloom. For more behind-the-scenes insights and additional content, check out their dedicated page.
Experience high-speed fun for the whole family at Vado Speedway Park
VADO, NM- Vado Speedway Park is gearing up for another thrilling season, where speed racing excitement meets family fun. Founded by Royal Jones, who has been passionate about speed racing for over 40 years, the park was created to share the joy of the sport with everyone. The cars at...
NMSU Extension hosts virtual green chile preservation workshop
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KRQE) – A virtual Green Chile Preservation Workshop is being put on by the New Mexico State University (NMSU) Cooperative Extension Service later this year. The workshop will cover safe home food preservation techniques on drying, canning, freezing, and preserving. The workshops are free and open to all New Mexicans. The deadline to […]
In this tiny New Mexico town, the air quality is worse than in downtown L.A.
A group of air quality scientists with decades of experience have found some of the worst air pollution they’ve encountered in years in the tiny town of Loving, New Mexico, where the ozone level is often worse than it is in downtown Los Angeles. Despite the elevated readings, the Environmental Protection Agency — the primary […]
Albuquerque adds drinking fountains and shade structures to parks
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – As hot heat continues, the City of Albuquerque’s Parks and Recreation Department is making sure residents are prepared. The department has added shade structures and drinking foundations to dozens of parks across the city. Right now, 29 parks have drinking fountains including Old Town Plaza, Tingley, and Sierra Sunset. The city said […]
New Mexico State soccer strengthens record over Big Ten teams against Oregon
New Mexico State soccer (2-0-1) defeated Oregon (2-1) 2-1 at home on Thursday evening. It was the Aggies' first win over the Ducks and their first win against a power-four conference opponent. Senior defender Ariana Leamons opened the scoring with a shot in the 28th minute. Sophomore forward Shila Rasoul was credited with...
Artesia High cheerleaders ready for 2024
The Artesia High School cheerleaders return to the sidelines of Bulldog Bowl Friday night for the 2024 football season opener. The Bulldogs start the season against in-county rival Carlsbad High School. Cheerleading head coach Sabrina Roybal said the squad had a successful summer. “We went to a Universal Cheerleading Association...
Bubonicon Sci-Fi and Fantasy literary and arts convention returns for 55th year
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Bubonicon is the longest running Sci-Fi and Fantasy literary and arts convention. Bubonicon is returning for its 55th year from August 23-25 at the Albuquerque Marriott Uptown. Bubonicon’s focus is on science fiction, fantasy and horror books. This year will include a costume contest, art show, charity auctions, vendor room, gaming and more […]
Matches met, still got some totes left
With your support, we have met all of our matching grants for our Summer 2024 Pledge Drive! That’s $4,930 in matching grants doubled—and then some—to total over $10,000!. We are still in stock of our limited edition KURU tote bags with around 25 left, in addition to our regular turquoise on black shirts (except for Mediums)
Bronco Volleyball opens 2024 season in the win column
On Thursday night, No. 12 New Mexico Military Institute battled against No.7 Weatherford College in the 16th annual NMMI Classic to settle a 3-1 victory at the Cahoon Armory Gym. After weeks of seeing the same faces at practice, 19-year head coach Shelby Forchtner was relieved to see another team...
City of Belen moves forward with new standard operating procedure for baby box
BELEN, N.M. (KRQE) – Belen city councilors approved procedures for the baby box the city unveiled last year. Those rules are aimed at ensuring that whoever surrenders the baby, is left completely anonymous. “This is about providing a safe, anonymous surrender of a child,” said City of Belen Mayor, Robert Noblin. Back in October, the City […]
Rio Rancho City Council votes to convert land into open space
*Editor’s note: This article has been updated to reflect the correct ownership of Black Arroyo by SSCAFCA rather than the City of Rio Rancho. RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – The Rio Rancho City Council voted unanimously to convert some land into open space. Black Arroyo, a property owned by the Southern Sandoval County Arroyo Flood Control Authority […]
2024 Montezuma Ball Committee hosting Art Auction Friday
The Montezuma Ball committee is hosting an online art auction to raise money for its 2024 beneficiaries, R4Creating and Mandy’s Farm. Montezuma Ball, one of New Mexico’s oldest traditions and largest fundraisers to benefit area nonprofit organizations, will hold its annual fundraising ball Nov. 23 at Hotel Albuquerque in Old Town.
Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Complex holds grand opening Friday
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The new Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Complex will be holding a grand opening and ribbon-cutting on Friday morning. The complex is geared towards supporting those in New Mexico’s food and agriculture industries. The Public Service Company of New Mexico contributed $100,000 to the project. The funds went towards phase one of the […]
Albuquerque leaders celebrate reopening of Foothills trail
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – City leaders came out to the far east side of Albuquerque on Thursday morning to dedicate a reopened trail that connects neighbors to Foothills walking trails. The Allaso High Desert Community, near Tramway and Academy, will continue to have access to the newly dedicated Polly Rogers Trail. It’s a pathway that the builders […]
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