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Monterey Bay Heads to Albuquerque for Fixture with New Mexico United
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico (Friday, August 16, 2024) – Monterey Bay F.C. (7-10-6, 27 points) travels to Albuquerque for a 6:00 p.m. PT kickoff on Saturday against New Mexico United (13-6-3, 42 points) at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park in Week 24 of the 2024 USL Championship regular season. Live streaming of the match will be available on ESPN+.
Precautionary Measures Underway Due to Possible Inmate Infectious Disease Case
Bernalillo County – Precautionary measures are underway at MDC after an inmate was discovered to possibly have an infectious disease Friday morning. While testing is underway, UNM Hospital staff are conducting contact tracing within the facility, to determine any possible exposures. Three housing units, including where the inmate was previously housed, have been placed on quarantine and full personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for entry.
20th Annual "Festival of Fine Arts" - Labor Day Weekend - Holy Cross Retreat Center
Las Cruces, NM – On this edition of PUENTES a la comunidad, Bridges to the community, host Emily Guerra spoke with Director of Holy Cross Retreat Center, Father Tom Smith, a Conventual Franciscan Priest for nearly 50 years. The 20th Annual Franciscan Festival of Fine Arts will be hosted by Holy Cross Retreat Center on Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, August 31st from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, September 1st from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 600 Holy Cross Road, Mesilla Park, NM 88047. Something new this year, all but 13 artists can be visited in air-conditioned rooms, with others in the shade. Also, new food vendors; beer from Little Toad Creek Brewery; and wine from Mesa Vista Winery. More information on Facebook and www.holycrossretreat.org. Fr. Smith also talks about a book he wrote – “Poor Tom”: Living With our Limitations, available on Amazon and Holy Cross Retreat Center.
New Mexico State soccer pulls off impressive comeback against No. 23 USC to start season
New Mexico State (0-0-1) drew No. 23 USC (0-0-1) 2-2 at home on Thursday evening’s season-opening contest. The match marked the Aggies’ first time hosting a Big Ten opponent. The Trojans took a 1-0 lead in the first half on a goal in the 20th minute from senior forward Maile Hayes. USC took...
Albuquerque leaders unveil new security plan for Old Town
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Responding to a streak of vandalism in a historic corner of Albuquerque, the city is unveiling a new plan to help fight back. Some Old Town leaders say this plan is long overdue. It comes after thousands of dollars in damage to the Albuquerque Museum and neighboring businesses early Tuesday morning. “From […]
Los Alamos Bear Festival returns August 23-24
LOS ALAMOS, N.M. (KRQE) – The Los Alamos Bear Festival is returning to the Los Alamos Nature Center August 23 – 24. The festival will feature an interactive celebration of the life, habits and diets of the New Mexico black bear. The festival kicks off Friday, August 23 with the Bear Dinner. Experts will be on […]
UNM Hospital and some SRMC health care workers to receive raises
The University of New Mexico Hospital announced wage increases on Aug. 9 for all of its employees who work at the campus on Lomas Boulevard, the hospital’s clinics and for many of the employees who work at UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center – A Campus of UNM Hospital (SRMC).
BernCo Seeks Qualified Candidates for Critical Emergency Communications Director Position
Bernalillo County – Bernalillo County is seeking highly qualified candidates for the vital role of Emergency Communications Director. This senior-level position is key to ensuring the efficient operation and administration of the county’s 911 emergency communications services, which are essential to the safety and well-being of the community.
UNM C&J department boasts new streaming studio
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The student broadcast studio at the University of New Mexico (UNM) got a makeover. The television studio is now decked out with new cameras and equipment that support live streams. Students will be able to create high-quality video productions that can be streamed live on YouTube and Facebook. “We are very excited […]
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 […]
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 […]
Lobos Open 2024 Season at New Mexico State Sunday
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.— The 2024 campaign starts on the road for the Lobo soccer program with an in-state matchup against New Mexico State on Sunday at 1 p.m. MT. Sunday’s match will be streamed on ESPN+ with live stats available (links above). While UNM gets its season started on...
Bernalillo Cleans Up Its Alleys
At the Aug. 12 council meeting, the Bernalillo Town Council amended the weed ordinance, making the town responsible for alleyway cleanup instead of residents, to provide consistent maintenance and address safety concerns. The Town Council, despite the absence of Mayor Pro Tem Dale Prairie and Councilor Vincent Montoya, was able...
PEC Approves New Waldorf Charter School
About a year after the private Santa Fe Waldorf School unexpectedly shut its doors due to low enrollment before the start of school last year, the Public Education Commission (PEC) has given Waldorf education a chance to re-open—this time as a tuition-free charter school. The PEC—authorizer of all state...
Rainbow Ryders founder dies at age 66
Rainbow Ryders founder Scott Appelman has died. He was 66 years old. Rainbow Ryders said the death of Appelman was unexpected. The company made the announcement on Thursday, Aug. 15. Appelman led the company for more than four decades after he founded Rainbow Ryders in 1983. The Rainbow Ryders family...
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...
Santa Fe National Forest Implements Closure Order In Española Ranger District
The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) has issued a temporary closure for the Tesuque Peak area in the Española Ranger District to protect the public’s health and safety during the rebuilding and environmental restoration of the Tesuque Peak Powerline. This Order shall be in effect from today, Aug....
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