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Supply chain issues delay opening of transitional housing on Albuquerque’s west side
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A promising new development on Albuquerque’s west side aims to help homeless families transition off the streets. The ADC Family Campus, an initiative by the nonprofit organization Saranam, is designed to provide transitional housing coupled with educational and vocational training to support these families. However, supply chain issues have delayed the move-in […]
Captor of Billy the Kid Tombstone to be Dedicated in Raton
Tombstone of a Captor of Billy the Kid to be Dedicated at Raton, New Mexico. The Wild West History Association (WWHA) is pleased to announce the completed installation of a grave marker for Frank Stewart (alias of John Wallace Green) in Raton, New Mexico. Stewart was the co-leader, with Pat Garrett, of the posse that captured Billy the Kid and his small group of cohorts at Stinking Spring, east of Fort Sumner, on December 23, 1880.
Raton Receives $500,000 EPA Grant to Assess Pollution at 3 Business Sites
WASHINGTON — $1 million in grants from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) were recently announced and awarded to Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) and the City of Ratón. This funding was made possible through the Infrastructure Law, which was passed by the N.M. Congressional Delegation, U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján, and U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernández.
Albuquerque's homeless crisis amid housing shortages, rising rent
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Video above: New Mexico's Homeless Coalition point-in-time count report shows an increase in homelessness over a three-year span in Albuquerque. The point-in-time count report reveals 1,152 people experienced homelessness in 2021 compared to 1,311 in 2022—a 13.8% increase from the year before. In 2023, the report revealed 2,394 people experienced homelessness, which more than doubled its original numbers with an 83% increase from 2022. 2024's report is not available.
NM high court backs district court’s malpractice case decision
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – The state Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that an ethical rule of attorneys in dealing with non-clients does not establish a legal responsibility for lawyers that could result in liability for alleged malpractice in their professional actions. The high court ruled unanimously on Thursday, affirming the district court’s decision in a […]
Column: A day at the ballpark
FARMINGTON – The process, for many, starts in the wee hours of the morning. Parents, coaches, umpires and players take part in their daily rituals, whether it’s the powerful blend of coffee and sugar, or the preparation for the run in the cool air of early sunlight. The...
Hospital opens new delivery unit
The delivery was delayed somewhat, but Gila Regional Medical Center opened its new Women and Newborn Services Unit with a baby shower-themed opening Wednesday. The completion of the project, funded by $2 million in capital outlay from the state, was delayed somewhat by plan revision approvals, but it will be open for patients on Friday, said Jasmine Parra, director of the unit. Construction on renovations to the former Maternal Child Department started in January.
More Little Walnut work on the way
The next phase of improvements to Little Walnut Road will get underway in about a month, thanks to a bid awarded by the Silver City Town Council at their meeting Tuesday. The council voted to award phase four of the Little Walnut project to Deming Excavating Inc. for $2.9 million, which includes a little more than $223,000 in gross receipts taxes to be paid by the town.
Connie Mack World Series teams arrive at Civic Center
FARMINGTON – With the 2024 Connie Mack World Series just hours away, teams from across America arrived via police escort Thursday afternoon at the Farmington Civic Center. Shortly after the host Frackers team arrived for introductions and meetings with local CMWS officials, representatives from the Texas Twelve Red Sox and Midland (Ohio) Redskins met with host families and coaches as the annual tournament gets underway Friday across Farmington.
Lone Star Conference preseason poll released
Official Athletics Site of the Greyhounds | Eastern New Mexico University MCKINNEY, Texas – Eastern New Mexico University football is slated seventh in the 2024 Lone Star Conference preseason poll. The poll was announced at LSC media day. The full slate of teams include: Central Washington Angelo State UT Permian Basin Texas A&M-Kingsville Midwestern State West Texas A&M Eastern New Mexico Western Oregon Western New Mexico Sul Ross The 2024 preseason player of the years are Tyler Flanagan (offensive - CWU) and Tanner Volk (defensive - CWU). ENMU now sets their focus on the 2024 campaign with the first game...
National Night Out is Aug. 6
National Night Out – the annual event that promotes drug and crime prevention, strengthens community relations, and encourages neighborhood camaraderie – will be held Tuesday, Aug. 6, in downtown Las Cruces. The free and kid-friendly event is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024, along Main Street...
Vitalant urges community to donate blood amid shortage
Because of a 30% shortfall in blood donations during the Fourth of July holiday week and an overall decline in donor turnout this summer, nonprofit blood services provider Vitalant faces an emergency shortage of Type O blood, according to a news release. Serving as the community blood center for 900...
Playing golf to raise money for Sun Country Golf and UNM Children’s Hospital
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Sun Country Golf Foundation is operated in partnership by the Sun Country PGA Section and Sun Country Amateur Golf Association. Their goal is to impact lives through golf. The foundation operates junior programs, offers scholarships and gives veterans and active duty military members a way to use golf as a tool for […]
Three Lobos Named GCAA All-America Scholars
NORMAN, Okla. –– Three members of the New Mexico men’s golf program were named 2023-24 GCAA All-American Scholars, the Golf Coaches Association of America announced Thursday. Bastien Amat, Albert Boneta and Carson Herron were the Lobos selected to the team. Amat received the honor for the third...
Rio Rancho is the 35th best place in America for families
The city of Rio Rancho continues to garner national acclaim. After a national study has ranked Rio Rancho as the second most affordable city in the western United States last week, Fortune released a report Thursday that ranked Rio Rancho as the 35th best place in America for families to live.
Bernalillo Public Schools Graduation Rates Surpass State Average for First Time
Bernalillo Public Schools (BPS) has outperformed state averages in graduation rates for the first time. That’s according to a news release from the school district citing the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED). The achievement marks a milestone in the district’s ongoing efforts to raise educational standards and student outcomes. According to the NMPED, improvement has been noticeable among economically disadvantaged students, English learners and students with disabilities. “This is a first for our district […]
Officials warn public about 'hot and heavy' bear activity in Colorado
The season of hyperphagia is still months away and officials are already concerned about a spike in human-bear interactions that have been taking place in southwest Colorado. “We are having to handle a lot of bears right now,” said Colorado Parks and Wildlife Area Wildlife Manager Adrian Archuleta of Durango. “It’s been hot and heavy here for the last two or three weeks, and it’s not showing signs of slowing down. ...
Colorado's released wolves move away from Rocky Mountain National Park
The latest Colorado wolf activity map shows a retraction of the reintroduced predator in Routt and Grand counties, still, those two counties saw three confirmed wolf depredations of livestock during the June 25 to July 23 mapping period. A collared wolf or wolves killed a sheep July 17 in Grand County and calves...
Food trucks popping up in Rio Rancho
RIO RANCHO, N.M. — Whether you like it cold or hot, it's all food you can find pretty quickly. Especially if you live in Rio Rancho. And we're not talking restaurants. But rather, food trucks. They've been popping up around town since May. "We have a variety of food...
Placitas Garden Tour set for September
Placitas will host its ninth annual garden tour Sept. 8 with seven gardens featured. "This year's theme is Seeding for Sustainability, with gardens that showcase seed-saving techniques, maximizing views, incorporating art, creating peace and choosing xeric and native species," states a release.
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