The Village of Corrales has already protected approximately 70 acres of Corrales farmland and open space by purchasing conservation easements with bond funds approved by Corrales voters. On Nov. 7, Corraleños will have an opportunity to vote for another bond to add farmland and open space to the land already protected under conservation easements. Voting […]
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Posted inCorrales, Sandoval County
Corrales Bond Questions on the Ballot
Corrales voters will be asked three questions having to do with the village issuing General Obligation Bonds. Other questions pertain to the Central New Mexico Community College and the Southern Sandoval County Arroyo Flood Control Authority. Village of Corrales Questions Farmland Preservation: One question asks whether the village should issue up to $2 million in […]
Posted inSandoval County
Here is the List of Every Candidate Running for Local Office in Sandoval County
Sandoval County voters headed to the polls in November will have the option to vote on local bond questions for all county residents and some voters will have choices for local offices governing municipalities and school boards. Here are all the candidates qualified for November’s elections, according to the New Mexico Secretary of State. Corrales […]
Posted inSandoval County
Election Guide: 2023 Sandoval County School Board Races
Why are school board races so important? Once upon a time, not a lot of attention was paid to school board races, especially by those who didn’t have children in that district. Times have changed. According to Ballotpedia, school board races are now one of the hottest seats on the ballot. What Do School Boards […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Sandoval County
Jemez Springs Hosting National Bike Theatre Tour
Jemez Springs is working to become an arts destination in Sandoval County. National traveling theater troupe, Agile Rascal Bike Theatre, is making New Mexico the focus of their 2023 tour, which will include a stop to Jemez Springs on Sunday, Oct. 8 for a free performance at the Village Plaza. The bicycle-based theatre troupe will […]
Posted inSandoval County
Call-to-Action & Changes to Las Placitas Association October Meeting
Last weekend, as our deadline for the Signpost was upon us, we scheduled a community meeting to occur prior to the BLM’s community meeting regarding the proposed administrative withdrawal to protect the Buffalo Tract, the Crest of Montezuma and two small parcels in Placitas. Several calls later and believing that support for this administrative action runs all […]
Posted inSandoval County
Sandoval County School Bond Measures
On the November ballot, there are several bond questions relating to public schools throughout Sandoval County. Cuba Independent Public Schools Cuba Independent Schools district has a total of $6,500,000 in bond questions to support capital projects such as remodeling existing school buildings, teacher salaries, building upgrades and other improvements. The bond would be funded in […]
Posted inArts & Culture, Sandoval County
Solo Guitarist Is Placitas Artist Series October Performer
By Sandoval Signpost Staff JIJI is an acclaimed guitarist praised by The Washington Post for her mesmerizing performances and versatile repertoire. An adventurous artist with expertise in both acoustic and electric guitar, she explores traditional and contemporary classical music, as well as free improvisation. JIJI’s impeccable musicianship, captivating stage presence, and dedication to commissioning and performing new […]
Posted inCommunity Content, Sandoval County
Las Placitas Association Community News
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY LAS PLACITAS ASSOCIATION!What a wonderful gift for Las Placitas Association’s Golden Anniversary! A 50-year moratorium on mineral extraction in Placitas might be achieved as we celebrate our 50th year serving you. Action has finally been taken to safeguard sacred tribal lands, protect our air quality, conserve water and assure contiguous wildlife corridors through […]
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Torrance County, Uncategorized
Man Wanted in Estancia Shooting Incident
A local man is wanted in connection with a shooting that occurred on the morning of Sept. 20. Deputies from the Torrance County Sheriff’s Office were called to investigate a shooting incident in Estancia. It was determined that the suspect, Jeremiah Sanders, shot several times at another vehicle, striking the vehicle twice, according to a […]