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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,…

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…

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Bernalillo

Rio Rancho mayor will join race for GOP nomination for governor

Hull is the longest-serving mayor in Rio Rancho history

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…

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…

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Placitas

Bernalillo Elementary students learn historic significance of camels in New Mexico

By Andrea Vasquez  The Coronado Historic Site, in partnership with Texas Camel Corps, hosted an educational field trip for students from Bernalillo Elementary School before an announced “Camels at Coronado” event that took place on April 12.  The April 11 excursion gave children the opportunity to not only learn about the historic importance of camels…

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,…

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Rio Rancho

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…

Annual Pow Wow returns to Rio Rancho to honor Native American heritage

Rio Rancho Public Schools will host its 17th annual Pow Wow at Rio Rancho High School gym on April 12, from noon to 6 p.m.  The district invites the community to join as they celebrate Native American culture and heritage, allowing younger generations to connect and widen their knowledge of these gatherings as well as…

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