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NM State auditor taking a look at CRRUA finances
The New Mexico state auditor’s office confirmed it’s taking a closer look at the books of a water utility for Sunland Park, Santa Teresa, and southern Doña Ana county. State Auditor Joseph Maestas said the Camino Real Regional Utility Authority (CRRUA) was under scrutiny in an Aug. 19 letter to New Mexico Environmental Law Center […]
New Mexico Department of Justice sues more landowners over blocked waterways
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The New Mexico Department of Justice is expanding its lawsuit against landowners accused of blocking public waterways. The state is including property owners Richard and Jean Jenkins in the lawsuit. The NMDOJ said they met with Jenkins and Erik Briones and told them they needed to remove obstructions and signs falsely claiming access […]
High plutonium levels found near New Mexico neighborhood, research group claims
A group of researchers is warning that testing around a Los Alamos, New Mexico neighborhood has revealed what it calls "alarmingly high levels of plutonium." But to Department of Energy officials, the area remains safe.
Birth Announcement: Zoe Marie Carter – Aug. 30, 2024
Ashley Land and Tyler Carter of Los Alamos announce the birth of their daughter Zoe Marie Carter at 8:10 a.m. on Friday, August 30. She weighed 7 pounds 12 ounces and was 20 inches long. Zoe joins her big brother Colton Carter. Maternal grandparents are David Levings and Pamela Land. Paternal grandparents are Jeff Grider, Cristie Carter, and Aunt Jaicee Grider. Courtesy photo.
Predictions: Hezgothelook Z will win 2024 All American Futurity, make Triple Crown history
Monday is the day many quarter horse racing fans have been waiting for after a challenging year in Ruidoso. Hezgothelook Z will attempt to win the Quarter Horse Triple Crown for 2-year-olds for just the second time in history when he goes to post in the Grade 1, 440-yard All American Futurity at the Downs of Albuquerque. ...
100th Burning of Zozobra ushers tradition into a new era
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The 100th Burning of Zozobra brought more than 50,000 people of all ages and from various parts of the world to Fort Marcy Park in Santa Fe on Friday. The centennial celebration put on by the Kiwanis Club of Santa was packed full of...
Yard Sales – Labor Day Weekend
2377 45th St., Los Alamos. Garage Sale on Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. Stop by and help us out! Most items are priced $2. Bring your dollar bills. Lots and lots of kitchen, cooking, vintage Pyrex, carts/tables and hosting items. 3909 Arizona Ave, Los Alamos. Moving Sale from 7...
UNM president appoints new executive leader to Health Sciences Center
This post is created and promoted by the sponsor because they are interested in sharing their news with local news lovers. The newsroom at City Desk ABQ is not involved in the creation of this content. Learn more about sponsored content here. To advance the mission of fostering an ‘educated,...
Secret City Car Show Is Saturday, Aug. 31 At Overlook Park In White Rock
The Secret City Car Show at Overlook Park on Saturday, Aug. 31 is free to attend but vendor and car showing is either $20 or $20 food donation for LA Cares. They will have a table there to promote their program and provide information on what they offer for those in need.
3rd Annual Atomicon Saturday, Aug. 31 Features Diverse Lineup For Fans
On Saturday, Aug. 31, join us for the 3rd Atomicon at the Los Alamos Public Library. We will host a day of fandom and excitement that includes costume contests, crafts, adventures, and more! Check out the panels of writers and illustrators who have published their own comics and games. Take part in workshops where you learn world-building and illustration from experts.
LAPS Announces Los Alamos High School 2024 Homecoming Details
The community is invited to join in this year’s Homecoming as Los Alamos High School will say, “Night, Night, Knights!” when they play against the Del Norte Knights in the Homecoming Football Game Friday Sept. 27. Homecoming Week is Sept. 23-27. The Homecoming Parade will be held Friday, Sept. 27 on Central Avenue.
Topper Volleyball Falls To St. Michael’s Lady Horsemen
The Topper Varsity Volleyball Team traveled Tuesday evening to St. Michael’s High School to take on the Lady Horsemen. The Toppers were no match for the powerful team and lost 0-3. Here Alyssa Herrera digs a ball in the second set. She had 12 digs for the game. Photo by John McHale/ladailypost.com.
Scoggins Top Predictor In Pace Race On Kwage Mesa Trail
Scene from the Atomic City Road Runners weekly pace race Tuesday on Kwage Mesa Trail. Courtesy/ACRR. Scene from the Atomic City Road Runners weekly pace race Tuesday on Kwage Mesa Trail. Courtesy/ACRR. ACRR News:. Warren Scoggins was the best predictor in the Atomic City Road Runners weekly pace race held...
Community Conversations: ‘Bridging The Gap: Communicating With Children And Teens’ Sept. 5
The next Community Conversations event “Bridging the Gap: Communicating with Children and Teens,” is scheduled for 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 5 at Fuller Lodge, 2132 Central Ave. Appetizers will be served. Register in advance for this free event at losalamosjjab.com/events. Local experts in adolescent psychology and youth communication...
Albuquerque bartender wins national competition
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A New Mexican bartender has put Albuquerque on the map after winning a national title with proceeds from the competition going to charities that support breast cancer research. “It really… almost was like a dream-like state,” explained Tammy Bouma describing what it was like to win the competition. Bouma is a bar […]
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