Dear Editors and concerned citizens, I am writing regarding the ongoing sweeps of homeless encampments in Albuquerque. City police and sanitation workers have been, for the past year and a half, gathering en masse at outdoor campsites, terrorizing (and sometimes assaulting) residents and throwing all of their property into trash trucks and hauling it away. […]
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Albuquerque’s $1.5 billion budget is approved, but city councilors aren’t celebrating
Albuquerque City Councilors Monday night approved a $1.5 billion city budget that none of them seemed to love. Perhaps the council’s biggest disappointment was an inability to provide the pay hike they wanted for city employees. The budget, as amended, calls for many workers to receive a 2.5% pay raise. Mayor Tim Keller’s proposed budget […]
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Albuquerque begins major construction on downtown Rail Trail project
The City of Albuquerque has begun removing unused railroad tracks at Central Crossing, marking the start of significant construction on the downtown segment of the Rail Trail project, which aims to reshape Downtown Albuquerque and reconnect historic neighborhoods. The Rail Trail is planned as a 7-mile pedestrian parkway, envisioned as the “Trail of Enchantment,” reflecting […]
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NMexus Center launches in Mesa del Sol with $100 million investment
Just one week after Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham unveiled plans for a new global business accelerator, the NMexus Center, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Monday to celebrate its official launch. Hosted by the New Mexico Economic Development Department, the event brought together local and international business leaders at the center’s location in the Mesa del […]
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Tijeras kicks off summer with three-part concert series
The village of Tijeras is launching its 2025 summer concert series starting in June. The event will feature live music, community events and outdoor fun for the entire family in a three-part series. The series will begin with a free outdoor concert on Saturday, June 14, featuring the popular local band MISDEMEANOR. People of all […]
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Bernalillo County to launch environmental internships
Bernalillo County Commissioners are moving forward with a pilot program to create environmental and natural resources internships for young adults. Sponsored by Commission Chair Eric Olivas, the program aims to address challenges young adults face when entering the workforce, such as lack of experience and limited access to opportunities. The county also has high vacancies […]
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Albuquerque acquires historic Unser family property
By Kevin Hendricks A new chapter is set to begin on the city’s Westside with the acquisition of the historic Unser family property at Central and Unser. The City is planning to transform the landmark, deeply rooted in racing history and local pride, into a cultural and community hub. Public input is being sought to […]
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East Mountain High School to launch middle school program in 2026
By Kevin Hendricks East Mountain High School, a charter school in Sandia Park recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School, has announced plans to expand its program to include middle school grades. Beginning in the fall of 2026, the school will welcome sixth, seventh, and eighth-grade students. This expansion follows nearly three years after the […]
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East Mountain High School earns national award, $10,000 Grant at Building Hope IMPACT Summit
By Kevin Hendricks East Mountain High School, a charter school in Sandia Park, was awarded a $10,000 grant at the fourth annual Building Hope IMPACT Summit in Miami. The summit, hosted by the non-profit Building Hope, recognized outstanding charter school contributions nationwide. EMHS, one of the first charter schools in New Mexico, earned national recognition […]
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‘Here’s Your Sign’ to decide Sandia Park’s new welcome
By Kevin Hendricks Voting opens Tuesday for a new project that would create a sign that welcomes visitors and residents to Sandia Park. The “Here’s Your Sign” project invites the East Mountain community to contribute to the region’s history by designing the sign for Sandia Park. The project’s name references comedian Bill Engvall’s well-known joke, […]