Sandoval County’s toy drive, Bernalillo business renewals due Jan. 31, Rio Rancho seeks PID Board applicants, Sandoval County Animal Services waives adoption fees in December, Christmas BOGO Book Sale on Dec. 16!
Category: Communities
Posted inMoriarty, Uncategorized
“East of Albuquerque”
Most anyone who frequents music venues—or even local restaurants—in Albuquerque, has likely heard the soulful voice of singer-songwriter and performer Shane Wallin. His upcoming album, East of Albuquerque, set to be released in December, is an ode to his New Mexican heritage and features a love song for his wife. Growing up, Wallin listened to […]
Posted inMoriarty, Uncategorized
“East of Albuquerque”
Most anyone who frequents music venues—or even local restaurants—in Albuquerque, has likely heard the soulful voice of singer-songwriter and performer Shane Wallin. His upcoming album, East of Albuquerque, set to be released in December, is an ode to his New Mexican heritage and features a love song for his wife. Growing up, Wallin listened to […]
Posted inEstancia, Torrance County, Uncategorized
Estancia Swears in New Council Members
Town of Estancia swore in new village trustees Patrick Sanchez and Amy May at the to the Board of Trustees. Out-going members Albert Lovato and Stella Chavez were there for the ceremony. May grabbed 39% of the vote and surprising write-in candidate Sanchez took a seat with 27% in the November election.
Posted inEstancia, Torrance County, Uncategorized
Estancia Swears in New Council Members
Town of Estancia swore in new village trustees Patrick Sanchez and Amy May at the to the Board of Trustees. Out-going members Albert Lovato and Stella Chavez were there for the ceremony. May grabbed 39% of the vote and surprising write-in candidate Sanchez took a seat with 27% in the November election.
Posted inCorrales
Corrales Giving Tree In Need of Gifts
The annual holiday Giving Tree Gift Drive in Corrales needs more gifts for those in need this winter season. The fundraiser, held each year, in run by the Corrales Fire Dept. Currently they have over 25 families on the tree with well over 130 children who have basic needs on the tree from socks to […]
Posted inEast Mountains, Local Gov., Uncategorized
Bernalillo County Commission Updates
County Commissioner Eric Olivas, who represents the East Mountains and neighborhoods in Albuquerque’s Far Heights and foothills. His office provided the following updates to recent legislation before the commission. FR 2023-112 One-Time Appropriations Passed 3-2 Sponsored by Commissioner Olivas this resolution allocated nearly $20 million from surplus county general fund dollars to many one-time projects in Bernalillo […]
Posted inJobs, Workers & Economy, Sandoval County
New Mexico’s Outdoor Economy is Booming
New data from the US Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis shows the outdoor recreation sector’s growing impact on the national and local economy. Nationally, BEA reports outdoor recreation generates $1.1 trillion in economic output—2.2% of the gross domestic product—4.98 million jobs and comprises 3.2% of US employees. According to the state, New Mexico’s […]
Posted inSandoval County
Commission Certifies Election Results Despite Cries From Election Deniers
Serving as the election Canvassing Board on Nov. 17, the Sandoval County Commission got a unanimous vote to certify the results of last month’s local election, despite pleas from election deniers and voter reform advocates that they not certify the voting results. At its Nov. 8 meeting – a day after the local elections were […]
Posted inEstancia, Torrance County, Uncategorized
School Athletics Assoc. Changes Up the Rules
High school basketball fans hoping New Mexico will soon follow other states around the country in adopting a shot clock are in for some disappointment. The New Mexico Activities Association Board of Directors at a meeting Nov. 29 appeared decidedly lukewarm to the idea after listening to some facts from Sally Marquez, NMAA executive director. […]