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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 […]
Rams wreak havoc in season opener
ALBUQUERQUE — RRHS Rams football opened the season Aug. 22 with a decisive 54-15 victory over out-of-district, westside rivals Atrisco Heritage at Nusenda Community Stadium. The Atrisco Heritage Jaguars may have returned 10 of 11 starters from their defense, but it still proved too little for the high-flying offense of the Rams. Senior quarterback JJ Arellano aired it out for six touchdowns before sophomore quarterback Micah Takahashi relieved him at the start of the fourth quarter.
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.
Business After Hours Event To Provide Networking And Information About New Community Resources Aug. 28
The Española Valley Chamber of Commerce invites the community to a networking event that explores the McCurdy Ministries/United Way of Northern New Mexico (UWNNM) partnership, 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28 at McCurdy Ministries Community Center, 362 South McCurdy Road in Española. Tour the new Locker#505 program and learn...
Five Things to Do This Weekend
Exciting events happening this weekend in New Mexico include the debut of a new Zozobra exhibition, a bear festival, an improv show, a car show fiesta, and a live concert featuring Dwight Yoakam & The Mavericks. 1 Burn him!. Just in time for the 100th burning of Zozobra—which happens next...
New Mexico awards two long-term leases for wind projects
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Two wind projects are coming to New Mexico and are expected to generate around 550 megawatts of power combined. The state announced two long-term leases for wind projects. The first lease was awarded to EDF Renewables to develop a nearly 24,000 acre project in Grant County. The second was awarded to Innegrex Renewable […]
Mike Johnson scrambles to endorse Republican candidate in tight New Mexico House race
With less than 80 days to the November general election, Democrats and Republicans are gearing up for more intense campaigning as they seek to dominate not only the White House, but also both chambers of Congress. All races are expected to be tight, and that's why House Speaker Mike Johnson...
Early childhood home visiting program challenged by some NM legislators during LFC meeting
Lawmakers questioned the effectiveness of an early childhood home visiting program Wednesday during a Legislative Finance Committee meeting in Mescalero. The program, run through the Early Childhood Education & Care Department, is meant to better outcomes for young children and families in New Mexico. Home visits can start prenatally, and eventually, providers assist with lactation, […]
NM Dems to choose replacement for Jon Hill, House District 53 candidate
Seven New Mexico Democratic party members will select a replacement candidate on Friday from a pool of three people running to replace Jon Hill on the ballot for House District 53. After winning the primary for the Southern New Mexico House seat with 58% of the vote, Hill stepped down in early August, saying he’d […]
Abiquiu Inn Presents Artist Rick Hilsabeck’s Exhibit ‘East to West’ Opening Aug. 30
Abiquiu Inn presents the artwork of renowned artist and actor, Rick Hilsabeck, in the Main Salon of Café Abiquiu, with an opening reception on Friday, Aug. 30, from 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. This solo exhibition, East to West, features a captivating collection of works inspired by Rick’s journey from the East Coast to New Mexico; and runs through the month of September.
New Mexico Starbucks nicknamed 'Charbucks' after arson attacks
TAOS, New Mexico (Reuters) - After two arson attacks at a Starbucks construction site in Taos, New Mexico, a developer is trying again to build the chain's first drive-through cafe in the mountain town with a history of revolts and opposition by some to national chains. It did not take...
New ice bag technique helping save lives in Sunland Park, fire chief says
SUNLAND PARK, New Mexico (KVIA) -- Sunland Park Fire Chief Daniel Medrano is crediting a new technique with helping save additional lives in the desert. In May, the small department introduced the ice bag technique to assist patients suffering from heat-related illnesses. Each summer, SPFD receives dozens of calls from...
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