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That Time A Dam Burst, Irradiating New Mexico & Arizona
Way more radioactive waste was released in this accident than at 3 Mile Island a few months prior. Not many know this though, despite an annual remembrance march. March 28, 1979, a meltdown at 3 Mile Island released tons of radioactive gasses and iodine into the atmosphere in what is considered the worst nuclear power accident in history.
Monsoon momentum: More of Southwest US braces for thunderstorms
Thunderstorms have been a frequent flyer in parts of the Southwest and just about non-existent in other portions of the region. However, that will soon change. Summertime conditions have allowed parts of the southwestern United States to experience locally drenching and gusty thunderstorm activity, but storms have been scarce from western Arizona and Nevada to California thus far. However, AccuWeather meteorologists believe that may change as the calendar turns to August.
Arizona hospital reinstates mask mandates due to COVID-19 cases
COCONINO COUNTY, Ariz. — The Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation in northern Arizona is requiring staff and patients to again wear masks at its facilities due to a rising number of COVID-19 cases. The mask mandate took effect July 19 and will be enforced at the TCRHCC facilities...
Arizona tribes show support for San Carlos Apache amid wildfire
SAN CARLOS, Ariz. — Several Arizona tribes have extended support to the San Carlos Apache Tribe following a devastating wildfire that broke out July 11. The Watch Fire destroyed 13 homes and burned over 1,110 acres, leaving 75 people homeless and forcing the evacuation of more than 400 residents, according to the San Carlos Apache Tribe. The fire is the most serious structural blaze the area has seen in at least 30 years.
Mariners and Phillies are Kayenta Little League champs
The 2024 Li’l Mustang Co-Ed Baseball and T-ball League Championship took place July 13 in Kayenta. The T-ball division for ages 4-9 was won by the Mariners, with D-backs as the runners-up. The baseball division for ages 10-14 was won by the Phillies, with the Dodgers the runners-up. Kayenta Fire Department made a waterslide for the kids and the community donated trophies, jerseys, water, snacks and more. (Photos/Kayenta Township)
AZ Attorney General demands Phoenix apartment complex fix air conditioning units
Mayes said the complex needs to have working A/C in all affected units by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 26, 2024, and provide written confirmation of compliance by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, July 29, 2024.
Colorado GOP leaders meet under a bridge to hide from other members
BAYFIELD, Colo. — Money. Power. Drama. Those are key elements of a soap opera. Political spending. Trying to oust the top boss. Drama. Those are also key elements of a soap opera and the current state of the Colorado GOP. There is ongoing internal fighting within the party. Late...
30,000 feet in air, Jewish scouts from New York, New Jersey perform CPR to save a life
Be prepared for whatever life throws your way. That's the motto scout leader Evan Gilder tries to live by. Before he set out with 10 scouts from New York and New Jersey on a backpacking trip through the New Mexico wilderness this summer, he was trained and ready for any medical emergencies he thought might surface.
CanyonLands Youth Center finds healing in new hogan
BLANDING, Utah — Representing a mother’s protection and creation, a Hooghan Nimazi, or hogan, was built at the CanyonLands Youth Center for at-risk youth to heal from any potentially traumatic events. On July 10, the Youth Center held a ribbon cutting for their new hooghan nimazi to culturally...
Los Lunas Schools holds special 3 mill levy election
Los Lunas is home to 16 schools and approximately 8,500 students. The district also prides itself on an individualized and personalized approach to educating its students. This year, the Los Lunas schools are holding a 3 Mill Levy Special Election to help fund technology in their district. The 3 Mill...
School board celebrates Vision 2024 conference organizers
It was a youthful evening at the July 23 school board meeting as Rio Rancho High School students filed into the conference room, followed by administrators and parents, to be celebrated for their efforts in making the Vision 2024 conference a success. Vision 2024 — a gathering of student council...
School choice is taking root all across America, despite the teacher unions
The Rio Grande Foundation recently hosted Corey DeAngelis for a series of events in New Mexico. DeAngelis is one of the most prominent voices for private school choice in the nation, and at events located in Albuquerque and Alamogordo, he discussed the shortcomings of government-operated educational systems and the strategic methods of the left used to gain control of America’s schools.
After more than a year sitting vacant, International District Walmart may get new owner
The Walmart in Albuquerque’s International District has been closed for more than 16 months — but the 206,000-square-foot building may not remain vacant much longer. On July 5, a commercial real estate website updated the listing of the former Walmart on San Mateo Boulevard near Central Avenue SE to “under contract.” The supercenter was built in 1994 and was added to the website on May 1, 2023.
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