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Sandoval County
THE BLOCK announces Summer Event Series in Rio Rancho
Staff report THE BLOCK, a Rio Rancho container park, has announced its Summer Event Series. According to a press release, the series aims to bring the community together for live music, food, shopping and entertainment from May through September 2025. The series will feature various events, including local vendor markets, outdoor movie screenings, yoga, bi-weekly…
‘Sandoval Star’ remains unidentified two years later, authorities seek public help
By Kevin Hendricks and Jesse Jones Local law enforcement is seeking public assistance in identifying a deceased woman discovered two years ago under a bridge in the Cibola National Forest, now known as “Sandoval Star.” On April 18, 2023, Placitas residents found the woman’s remains partially submerged in a creek under a bridge off Route…
Reel Gems: Overlooked films currently streaming: Sunshine Cleaning (2008)
By Douglas Wood Rated R Currently streaming on Prime, Hulu, Apple TV+, YouTube and Peacock Sunshine Cleaning is the deceptively cheery title of the 2008 dramedy about biohazard waste removal. It’s also the name of the crime scene clean-up business started by Rose Lorkowski (Amy Adams, Doubt, Arrival) and her younger sister, Norah (Emily Blunt,…
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Bernalillo
Rio Rancho to host ARCA’s Bowl-A-Thon Beach Party
Staff report ARCA is inviting the Rio Rancho and Albuquerque communities to its 14th annual Bowl-A-Thon, a Beach Party Bowling celebration. The event will take place on Saturday, June 7th, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Ten Pins & More, located at 1416 Deborah Rd SE in Rio Rancho. This fundraising event will support…
Senator Heinrich holds roundtable in Rio Rancho to discuss public education concerns
By Kevin Hendricks U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich hosted a roundtable discussion with educators in Rio Rancho on April 16 to address concerns about federal funding cuts and their impact on public education. The conversation at Rio TECH, home of Rio Rancho Public Schools’ Career Technical Education program, focused on President Donald Trump’s policies and their…
Rio Rancho mayor will join race for GOP nomination for governor
Kevin Hendricks The mayor of Rio Rancho will run for the Republican nomination for governor of New Mexico next year. Gregg Hull, who is in the middle of his third term as mayor of New Mexico’s second most populous city, has been toying with the idea of running for months. Hull announced he will speak…
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Placitas
‘Star Wars Fest 2025: Rise of a Thousand Vaders’ coming to Loma Colorado Main Library
Staff report Star Wars fans of all ages are invited to “Star Wars Fest 2025: Rise of a Thousand Vaders,” which promises a dive into the Star Wars universe. The free event at the Loma Colorado Main Library is set for Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. More than 1,000 people turned out for…
Placitas Community Library hosting family-friendly events in May
Staff report The Placitas Community Library has released its schedule of events for May, featuring activities for children and families. Pre-K Story Time will be held on May 13 at 10 a.m. The theme is “Birds, Eggs, and Nests.” Children will hear “Birds” by Kevin Henkes and “A Home For Bird” by Phillip Stead. An…
Rio Rancho Youth and Children’s Choruses to present ‘A Beautiful Noise’ spring concert
Staff report The Rio Rancho Youth Chorus and the Children’s Chorus of Rio Rancho are set to present “A Beautiful Noise,” a spring concert celebrating nature, community, and the power of young voices. The performances will take place on Saturday and Sunday, May 3 and 4, 2025, at 3 p.m. at St. Francis Episcopal Church,…
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Rio Rancho
Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa announces Easter “Eggstravaganza”
Staff report Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, nestled between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, is set to host an Easter “Eggstravaganza” on April 20, featuring special dining experiences and family-friendly activities. The resort will offer a variety of activities for guests, including arts and crafts, a Tamaya Bunny Relay with a three-legged race, bunny hop,…
Placitas Artists Series to present Megan and James Holland with Judith Gordon
The Placitas Artists Series will present a concert featuring Megan and James Holland – Piano Trios with Judith Gordon on piano. The performance is set for April 27 at 3 p.m. at Las Placitas Presbyterian Church. The program will include works by Ludwig van Beethoven, Antonin Dvořák, Benjamin Godard and Hans Werner Henze. Tickets for…
Sandoval County Names Fire Chief Masterson as new deputy county manager
By Kevin Hendricks Eric Masterson, the current Sandoval County Fire and Rescue Chief, has been appointed as the new deputy county manager. The Sandoval County Board of County Commissioners approved the appointment at its April 9 meeting with Masterson’s term set to begin on April 12. “This position will allow me to continue to serve…
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Corrales
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