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Former UNM coach selected to American baseball coaches hall of fame
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The winningest coach in Lobo baseball history is now hall of fame bound. On Wednesday, the American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) announced its next hall of fame class which includes former UNM skipper, Rich Alday. Alday served as New Mexico’s head coach from 1990-2007. During his time with the Lobos, he racked […]
Horsemen, track officials hope to resume regular schedule at Ruidoso Downs
RUIDOSO – It will be a busy weekend of quarter horse racing at Ruidoso Downs with trials for several of the track’s biggest stakes races set to take place – if everything goes according to plan. Last weekend’s trial races for the upcoming Rainbow Derby and Rainbow...
New disaster recovery center opens in Ruidoso on 4th of July
RUIDOSO, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — A center aimed at helping Ruidoso residents and business owners get back on their feet after the two deadly and devastating wildfires will open on Thursday. A Disaster Recovery Center will open at the Mescalero Apache School-- located at 249 White Mountain Drive-- to help...
KSJE honored two state awards for Connie Mack coverage
According to a news release, KSJE 90.9 FM received two 2024 New Mexico Broadcasters Association Excellence in Broadcasting Awards for its exceptional coverage of the 2023 Connie Mack World Series. Along with KSJE, Kirk Carpenter was named Best in Sports Play-by-Play coverage. Keith Neil and KSJE were honored as Best...
Tips to enjoy fireworks without risk of fire this 4th of July
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Spectacular firework displays wouldn't have the same "spark" without ... "fire". As you prepare to host your IIndependence Day bash here are some safety tips to keep your celebrations from going up in flames. "They could quickly get out of control, especially during this, this time of extreme drought," said Danny Medrano The post Tips to enjoy fireworks without risk of fire this 4th of July appeared first on KVIA.
Best bets: Key events in Farmington, Bloomfield and Aztec
If you are in the Tri-City area this weekend, there will be a Veterans breakfast that happens monthly, a community potluck in Aztec while McGee Park will be providing a safe firework lighting area for the public in the interest of fire safety. The northern parking lot at McGee Park,...
Torrance County Notice of Rescheduled Public Hearing re Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP)
Torrance County Notice of Rescheduled Public Hearing. Torrance County gives notice that the Public Hearing previously scheduled on July 10, 2024, pertaining to the Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP), is rescheduled for the regular Commission Meeting on July 24, 2024, at 9:00 AM, via Zoom and in the Commission Chambers at the Torrance County Administrative Offices located at 205 S. Ninth St., Estancia, NM. Details on Zoom access and the agenda will be posted on the Torrance County website calendar.
Rich Alday to be inducted into the ABCA Hall of Fame; Alyssa Aguilar named Big 12 All-Academic
The American Baseball Coaches Association (ABSA) announced the eight coaches who will be inducted into its Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025 and former Pima and New Mexico coach Rich Alday was at the top of the list. “Alday began his illustrious coaching career at Pima...
Story time in the park continues at Albuquerque’s Jade Park
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – In partnership with Albuquerque Public Schools’ Story Time in the Park, the City of Albuquerque, and Bernalillo County, KRQE Cares Books for Kids was out at Jade Park, where some students were read to by KRQE Chief Meteorologist Grant Tosterud. The students were read the children’s book “Grandma’s Feather Bed.” Students received lunch, a copy […]
Celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks
Your browser does not support the audio element. Thursday, the Artesia Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual Fourth of July fireworks show at Jaycee Park. The show will begin when the sky is totally dark, likely around 9 p.m., according to Jessica Bollema, the Assistant Director of the Chamber of Commerce. The show will include choreographed music, which viewers can hear by tuning into the radio stations AM 990 and FM 93.7, Bollema said. There will be a reading of the Declaration of Independence at 8:30 p.m.
Albuquerque mayor vetoes plan to change election thresholds; city council may override decision
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – City councilors recently approved a ballot measure to let voters decide if the election for mayor and city council seats should be based on who receives the most votes or if there should be a minimum threshold. However, Mayor Tim Keller has vetoed the proposal. Currently, to get elected, a candidate needs […]
Wilderwood nonprofit for autistic support holding fundraiser
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Wilderwood is a nonprofit providing equine inspired, autistic-led, services, research, and programs for the autistic community with a focus on women. The organization is holding a major fundraising event, AutFest New Mexico on July 13 at Hotel Andaluz. The fest informs, educates and celebrates achievements and talents of autistic women. The event will […]
Winning $138 Million Powerball Ticket Purchased at This Walmart
One person matched all six numbers in Wednesday's Powerball drawing. The winning 'auto-pick' ticket was purchased at this Walmart in Huber Heights, Ohio, a northern suburb of Dayton. The winning numbers were 2-26-33-55-57-22. The approximate jackpot was $138 million, with an estimated cash payout of $66.5 million. The Powerball jackpot...
Vehicle fire closes SB I-25 in Colorado near New Mexico border, 1 lane back open
WALSENBURG, Colo. (KKTV) - A vehicle fire closed southbound I-25 in Colorado near the New Mexico border Thursday morning. The Colorado Department of Transportation is reporting the closure happened at about 9:30 a.m. just south of Walsenburg. “All southbound lanes are blocked due to a crash. Use alternate route and...
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