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Motorcycle crashes in north Bloomfield
A motorcycle crash in north Bloomfield restricted U.S. Highway 550 between Aztec and Bloomfield to two lanes for two hours. Bloomfield police was called to the crash just before 1:15 p.m. Wednesday. The motorcycle was traveling near the intersection of North First Street and Florida Avenue when the crash occurred.
New disaster recovery center opens in Ruidoso on 4th of July
RUIDOSO, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — A center aimed at helping Ruidoso residents and business owners get back on their feet after the two deadly and devastating wildfires will open on Thursday. A Disaster Recovery Center will open at the Mescalero Apache School-- located at 249 White Mountain Drive-- to help...
Rust Safety Advisor Says Alec Baldwin Pushed Back Against His Riding Advice: ‘There Was A Bit of Yelling’
Alec Baldwin argued about horseback riding on the set of Rust to the point that “a bit of yelling” took place, according to a safety advisor who worked on the Western movie after production resumed following the accidental shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Hutchins died from gunshot...
Former Dora Schools Employee Sentenced
The former head of maintenance for Dora Consolidated Schools was found guilty of six counts involving unfair bidding practices in April after reportedly using his position to gain favorable bids for his own company with the school district. In a follow up to the story we covered, the Ninth Judicial District Attorney announced that Steven Butler, age 56, of Dora, NM, was sentenced to 3 years in the Department of Corrections for 6 counts involving unfair biding practices with the Dora Schools. The sentence includes 3 years in prison followed by 5 years of supervised probation. Butler was taken into custody with an appeal bond set at $10,000.00.
Atomic City Commercial Cleaning Helps Clients Sparkle
Atomic City Commercial Cleaning Owner Sarah Scammell-Downs, left, and Jennifer Scammell on the job Monday shining up businesses on Central Avenue. Photo by Kirsten Laskey/ladailypost.com. Los Alamos Daily Post. caclark@ladailypost.com. Sarah Scammell-Downs seeks every opportunity to help commercial clients sparkle through her business, Atomic City Commercial Cleaning, LLC. “We are...
Story time in the park continues at Albuquerque’s Jade Park
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – In partnership with Albuquerque Public Schools’ Story Time in the Park, the City of Albuquerque, and Bernalillo County, KRQE Cares Books for Kids was out at Jade Park, where some students were read to by KRQE Chief Meteorologist Grant Tosterud. The students were read the children’s book “Grandma’s Feather Bed.” Students received lunch, a copy […]
County Commission pauses on demolition of Otis Gymnasium
Your browser does not support the audio element. The old Otis Gym south of Carlsbad will remain standing for now. Eddy County’s Board of County Commissioners canceled a bid to tear down the building, which has not had any use for several years. Built in 1947, the building has...
Celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks
Your browser does not support the audio element. Thursday, the Artesia Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual Fourth of July fireworks show at Jaycee Park. The show will begin when the sky is totally dark, likely around 9 p.m., according to Jessica Bollema, the Assistant Director of the Chamber of Commerce. The show will include choreographed music, which viewers can hear by tuning into the radio stations AM 990 and FM 93.7, Bollema said. There will be a reading of the Declaration of Independence at 8:30 p.m.
Albuquerque mayor vetoes plan to change election thresholds
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – City councilors recently approved a ballot measure to let voters decide if the election for mayor and city council seats should be based on who receives the most votes or if there should be a minimum threshold. However, Mayor Tim Keller has vetoed the proposal. Currently, to get elected, a candidate needs […]
Lightning starts fire in San Mateo Mountains, west of Socorro
SOCORRO, N.M. (KRQE) – The U.S. Forest Service says lightning has sparked a new fire west of Socorro. The fire, called the Fisher Fire, was reported July 1, 2024. Fire crews were initially delayed due to weather issues, the Forest Service says. July 3, crews were able to access the fire to begin their response. Fire […]
Moving Arts Española looking for new location after lease won’t be renewed
ESPAÑOLA, N.M. (KRQE) – One of the most influential programs in northern New Mexico is looking for a new place to call home and they only have a few months left to do so. This program was highlighted on CNN Heroes back in 2019. For those in the Espanola Valley, it’s a special place. “I’ve been […]
KSJE honored two state awards for Connie Mack coverage
According to a news release, KSJE 90.9 FM received two 2024 New Mexico Broadcasters Association Excellence in Broadcasting Awards for its exceptional coverage of the 2023 Connie Mack World Series. Along with KSJE, Kirk Carpenter was named Best in Sports Play-by-Play coverage. Keith Neil and KSJE were honored as Best...
Rich Alday to be inducted into the ABCA Hall of Fame; Alyssa Aguilar named Big 12 All-Academic
The American Baseball Coaches Association (ABSA) announced the eight coaches who will be inducted into its Hall of Fame as part of the Class of 2025 and former Pima and New Mexico coach Rich Alday was at the top of the list. “Alday began his illustrious coaching career at Pima...
Ruidoso community asked to refrain from using fireworks
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — With the Fourth of July holiday coming up, the New Mexico Forestry Division is asking the community to refrain from using fireworks as they can cause new fires. The Forestry Division says fireworks are always prohibited at the Lincoln National Forest and fireworks are only allowed as part of an […]
Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Company temporarily closes location following fire
Following damage from a recent fire and flooding in New Mexico, Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Company has temporarily closed one of its locations. The company made the announcement via social media:. “Due to the recent fire damage and flooding, our Ruidoso location is currently non-operational. We are working hard to restore access...
Wilderwood nonprofit for autistic support holding fundraiser
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Wilderwood is a nonprofit providing equine inspired, autistic-led, services, research, and programs for the autistic community with a focus on women. The organization is holding a major fundraising event, AutFest New Mexico on July 13 at Hotel Andaluz. The fest informs, educates and celebrates achievements and talents of autistic women. The event will […]
Removal of paintings shocks Mescalero Catholics: UPDATE 10 p.m. 7/3/2024, Paintings returned
Created by Robert Lentz OFM, an American Franciscan friar and religious icon painter, the Apache Christ originates from the culture of the Mescalero Apache. Christ is depicted as a Mescalero holy man, greeting the sun of the fourth morning of the woman's puberty rites. These are the most sacred of the Apache ceremonies, celebrating the sanctity of the gift of producing new life. A sun symbol is painted on his left palm, and he holds a deer hoof rattle in his right hand. A basket at his feet holds an eagle feather, a grass brush, and bags of tobacco and cattail pollen – items used in the rites. He stands atop 12,000-foot Sierra Blanca, the sacred mountain of the Mescalero. Behind him flies an eagle, the guide who first led the Apache to their "promised land!" The inscription at the bottom of the icon is Apache for "Giver of Life," one of their names for God. The letters in Christ's halo are the Greek version of that name. The Greek letters in the upper corners of the icon are abbreviations for "Jesus Christ."
New Mexico Philharmonic to perform live during ‘The Princess Bride’ film
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Philarmonic is offering a new to experience The Princess Bridge. The orchestra will perform the score from the popular 1980s adventure film as it plays on a 40-foot screen. The performance is set for October 26 at Popejoy Hall with tickets going on sale on July 12 at 10 […]
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