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Official 2024 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta poster released
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta has released the Official Balloon Fiesta Serigraph Poster for the 2024 event. A committee of judges reviewed 73 entries and chose Jake Gushard’s artwork. The collectible item depicts a scene of a fantasy Balloon Glow. “I really enjoyed the night glows at the Balloon Fiesta. And there’s […]
Assessor’s Office to Host “Lunch and Learn” Event for Home Buyers and Sellers
Bernalillo County – Residents in the market to buy or sell a home, whether new or existing, will have the opportunity to gather information at a one-stop-shop event. The Bernalillo County Assessor’s Office is hosting a Bring Your Own Brown Bag lunch and learn event which will offer information from the Assessor’s Office, mortgage lenders, realtors, AARP and more.
RRPD, Fire Rescue team up for school supply drive
Rio Rancho Police Department chief Stewart Steele was all smiles in the crowded lobby of Premiere Cinema Tuesday evening. The chief not only watched as dozens of community members donated bags full of school supplies to Rio Rancho schools, he also watched a movie with his granddaughter.
The largest radioactive disaster in U.S. history happened on the Navajo Nation 45 years ago
On July 16, 1979, the largest radioactive spill in U.S. history happened on the Navajo Nation, and those most harmed by it are thinking about the risk that new uranium mining poses near the Grand Canyon. Larry King worked as an underground surveyor at the Northeast Church Rock Mine. It’s...
Opera Stars Align for a Sensational Vocal Performance July 28th
Performance Santa Fe’s Festival of Song three-show series begins Sunday, July 28, and will feature some of the biggest stars in opera today. For the first performance in the series, the Scottish Rite Temple will be filled with the beautiful tones of two operatic luminaries, mezzo-soprano Jennifer Johnson Cano and countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo, who will be joined by esteemed pianist Robert Tweten. This promises to be an afternoon of unforgettable vocal artistry.
Jon Jones pleads not guilty to two misdemeanor charges stemming from alleged drug test incident
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor charges Wednesday in Bernalillo County (N.M.) court arraignment Wednesday. Jones, 36, appeared virtually with attorney Christopher Dodd at the hearing, which was presided over by Judge Brittany Maldonado Malott. Jones pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor charges of assault and interference with communications. MMA Fighting first reported details of the proceeding. With Jones released on his own recognizance, Malott ruled conditions for his continued release included that he not violate any laws, possess firearms, or consume alcohol or illegal drugs. He must also not contact the case victims. Jones awaits a bench...
Portales woman missing since Saturday found dead
PORTALES, N.M. (KVII) — A Portales woman missing since Saturday was found dead on Wednesday morning. According to the Eastern New Mexico News, Roosevelt County Sheriff Javier Sanchez said Mary Stinnett, 58, was found by family members on the opposite side of the railroad tracks from US 70. The...
Brenda Nichols Tapped to Lead WNMU Women's Basketball
SILVER CITY, N.M. – Executive Director of Athletics, Scott Noble, has named Brenda Nichols to lead the Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball program as their new head coach. "After an extensive search, we are excited to announce our new head women's basketball coach Brenda Nichols." Said Executive Director...
What to expect: APS board to discuss possible changes to strategic plan
Gabriella Durán Blakey’s first official meeting as superintendent could include revisions to some of Albuquerque Public Schools’ short-term performance metrics. The APS board will discuss its goals, and strategies for achieving them, at the regular meeting and possibly change the schedule for monitoring progress toward them. The...
Clovis woman who kicked officer in the head gets prison
CLOVIS, N.M.— Cheryl Yazzie, 31, of Clovis was sentenced to one and a half years in the Department of Corrections for Battery on a peace officer, on Wednesday, July 3, the Ninth Judicial District Attorney, Quentin Ray announced in a press release. On May 12, officers with the Clovis Police Department placed Yazzie “under arrest […]
Navajo Tech student Jonathan Chinana recognized for innovation in technology
CROWNPOINT, N.M. — Navajo Technical University (NTU) senior Jonathan Chinana from Cuba, New Mexico, is being recognized for developing an affordable Kibble balance based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology. A Kibble balance is an electromechanical measuring instrument that measures the weight of a test object very...
Zuni Youth Enrichment Project focuses on student health with games and team building
ZUNI, N.M. — The Zuni Youth Enrichment Project’s (ZYEP) in- and after-school programs served 563 students during this past school year. The programs were conducted in partnership with the New Mexico Department of Healthy’s Healthy Kids Healthy Communities initiative, Centers for Disease Control’s Tribal Practices for Wellness in Indian Country, Zuni Education and Career Development Center and Zuni Public School District.
Plenty of beds at Albuquerque Homeless shelter
Recently the Albuquerque Journal had an article discussing the need for a new contractor at the West Side homeless shelter. The article included one noteworthy line which we have highlighted below. According to it on June 20, 2024 the West Side shelter had 170 open beds. Now, thanks to a recent US Supreme Court decision cities are confirmed nationwide to be allowed to clear “homeless” off public rights-of-way and parks and other public spaces.
Lobo Round-up: Track Programs Achieve Academic Excellence, Volleyball Schedule Unveiled, and More
As offseason preparation continues for many of the UNM Athletic programs, the department wasn’t short on announcements this week. Here’s a look at the news coming out of the Lobo locker rooms. Track and Field Programs Garner USTFCCCA All-Academic Honors. The UNM track and field programs have been...
Taxation and Revenue Dept. expands disaster filing extensions for New Mexicans
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Taxation and Revenue Department has expanded the filing extensions it has made available for taxpayers affected by the fires in the Ruidoso area. People affected by the fire who had returns with normal due dates of June 25, 2024, and July 25, 2024, can now file on September 25, 2024, according to a news release.
Albuquerque Housing Authority accepting Section 8 Housing Voucher applications
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Albuquerque Housing Authority (AHA) is accepting pre-applications from July 15 – August 15 for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. Anyone interested in the program is invited to pre-apply. The pre-applications are accepted annually and selected randomly for eligibility screening. People who applied in previous years and were not selected […]
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