Posted inArts & Culture, National News, Syndicated

In praise of George Wendt’s Norm

By Lili Loofbourow — Sure, “Cheers” billed itself as a place where everybody knows your name. But there was really only one name everyone in that famous TV bar knew. It belonged, of course, to Norm (née Hilary) Peterson, the amiable beer-swilling barfly played by George Wendt, and everyone roared it whenever he wandered in […]

Posted inEast Mountains, General Interest

Road maintenance project moves forward in Mountainair

Mountainair Mayor Peter Nieto announced through social media that important road work is set to begin in July.  The town of Mountainair is scheduled for significant road improvements and local investment to enhance transportation routes and public safety.  This comes following the Mountainair Town Council’s approval to micro-seal three key sections of town roads.  The […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Posted inEast Mountains, Education

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 […]

Posted inEast Mountains, Education

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 […]

ABQ council set to consider Mayor’s proposed budget

By Rodd Cayton Albuquerque City Councilors will consider Mayor Tim Keller’s proposed budget Monday evening, but they will also weigh several other matters, including a possible pause in new fiber internet installation permits. A proposed resolution would halt construction on fiber internet installations until the City Council creates new standards for the activity. The city […]