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Union Fights Hospital Over Wage Increase
A labor union is fighting for the right of some nurses and hospital staff at the University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC) to receive a wage increase that employees at UNM Hospital (UNMH) in Albuquerque and other clinics were given. On Aug. 9, UNMH announced that all...
Las Cruces Comic Con 2024 set for Aug. 17-18
Have you been out to a ball game this season? El Paso Chihuahuas continue with homestand games. Among the most fun games will be Sunday's Bark at the Park, sponsored by GECU, when guests can bring their pets. Kids will be able to run the bases afterward. For those wanting some female rabble-rousing, there's the Roller Derby in the Northeast this weekend. Two exciting home bouts will be hitting the rink. ...
'Exciting things are happening': Las Cruces Sun-News welcomes new sports reporter
Ever since I started this job on Aug. 5, I've heard from countless people about how there wasn't enough sports coverage around these parts. If you've read the Sun-News recently, you'll know that's changing. My name is Nick Coppola, and I'm the new sports reporter at the Las Cruces Sun-News. First, I want to say how excited I am to be here and be a part of this community. Many exciting things are happening around New Mexico...
NMSU's iconic Alumni 'Duck' Pond remains dry 1 year after leak prompts closure
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — It's been one full year since New Mexico State University closed down its well-known Alumni 'Duck' Pond. The spot has been popular for fishing and recreation. The pond is frequently used as a point of reference for students on campus. However, the pond remains...
Bulldogs prepare for Aug. 23 season opener against Carlsbad
Aug. 8 varsity and junior student-athletes of the Artesia High School football team gathered for team pictures at the Bulldog Bowl. The annual team photo was taken on opening day for the Artesia Public Schools as students reported for the 2024-2025 academic year. The Bulldogs are the defending 2023 New...
Eddy County Fairgrounds being upgraded with indoor livestock facility
Demolition work started last week at the Eddy County Fairgrounds in Artesia for a new livestock barn and multi-use building, fair officials said. A long-standing cattle barn with wash basins and restrooms were in the process of being torn down making way for a new indoor multi-use facility with an estimated cost of $25 million presented earlier this year to the Eddy County Board of County Commissioners.
Animal services team recognized for wildfire response efforts
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A group of animal service responders are being honored for their work during recent wildfires in New Mexico. The Bernalillo county Commission recognized the Animal Care Services Emergency Response Team. While the South Fork and Salt fires burned, the ACS team set up an emergency animal shelter in the area. “Their efforts […]
Housing New Mexico celebrates groundbreaking of Route 66 Flats in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. –Albuquerque residents will have another affordable housing option with the construction of Route 66 Flats, a new development in the northwest part of the city. Housing New Mexico | MFA representatives, along with various partners, gathered for the groundbreaking ceremony on Aug. 7. Housing New Mexico, otherwise...
Best bets: Key events in Farmington, Bloomfield and Aztec
If you are looking for a schedule of the weekend events at the San Juan County Fair, we have their schedule listed here below. Friday through Sunday, Aug. 16-18, the fairgrounds will open at 8 a.m. They will close at midnight on Friday and Saturday nights for the carnival. They will close the fairgrounds at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18, but the carnival will be open until 8 p.m.
Rio Rancho bodybuilder takes her talents to Tampa Bay
RIO RANCHO — Rio Rancho strongwoman Michelle Johnston has taken on all challengers and come out on top, which is why she is packing her bags to head to Tampa Bay, Florida, to compete at the USS Masters Pro Worlds with a chance to earn her Pro Card. Earning...
Dona Ana County welcomes new county veterinarian after extended vacancy
DONA ANA COUNTY, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — Dona Ana County announced Monday that it hired a new county veterinarian, filling a much-needed role that had been vacant for an "extended period." Dr. Zoann "Zoey" McKenzie will fill the long-vacant role as county veterinarian for Dona Ana County (DAC), marking a...
NMSU to host 40th annual Career Expo, Engineering, Science and Technology Fair
New Mexico State University’s Office of Experiential Learning will host the 40th annual Career Expo Fair and Engineering, Science and Technology Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 17-18. The fair will be held at Corbett Center Student Union, third floor. The event is open to NMSU students, alumni and community members.
Plein air show opens Saturday with demonstration, reception
The 24th annual Plein Air Painters of the Four Corners Annual Juried Art Show opens this weekend with a special demonstration from juror John Cogan. Cogan, an internationally acclaimed artist from Farmington, will demonstrate the difference between notan and chiaroscuro by painting outdoors from 3-4 p.m. Saturday at the Farmington Museum at Gateway Park.
Valley looking to repeat as district champ
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The Valley High School football team is coming off a district championship and a third consecutive postseason berth. Now heading into year three under head coach Billy Cobos, the Vikings are not only confident in another district title, but a deep run into the postseason. As class 5A is now split into […]
Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce to host scholarship fund softball tournament
The Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the City of Albuquerque to present the Camino Real Hispanic Heritage Softball Tournament. The tournament will benefit the Male and Female Hispanic Scholarship Fund in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. The tournament will be held starting on Thursday, September 12, in...
Expansion project begins at Joan Jones Community Center
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Nine years after the completion of the first phase of a westside community center, construction on phase two begins Thursday. The Joan Jones Community Center near the corner of Central and Atrisco has been closed several times over the last few years. Along with the celebration of the upcoming construction, they also […]
Environmental Planning Commission votes on Westside airport expansion
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – While Albuquerque works to expand the Westside’s Double Eagle Airport, there are growing concerns from some neighbors about the potential of taller buildings that could reshape the area’s desert landscape. The city has been considering a plan to allow for up to 85-foot-tall buildings at Double Eagle, right across from the Petroglyph National […]
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