City Councilor Joaquin Baca says he’s pleased to see the former Century 14 movie theater going into a new life as a basketball hub. ABC Prep, a hoops-focused school designed to train athletes to compete at higher levels, could open its newest branch, at First Street and Central Avenue, by August. ABC Prep was founded […]
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Bernalillo hires new Economic Development Director
On January 22, the Town of Bernalillo welcomed Christina Jones to its leadership team, filling the position of Economic and Community Development Director. Prior to joining the Town of Bernalillo, Jones worked with Sandoval County Economic Development and Tourism Department for a total of seven years and three years in the Assessors office. Within her […]
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Food bank hosts annual Souper Bowl fundraiser
Roadrunner Food Bank’s 29th annual Souper Bowl, a soup and dessert sampling fundraising event, is this Saturday, Feb. 3 from 11-2 p.m. Local restaurants participate in the festive and family-friendly event providing savory samples of soup and dessert to guests. The Souper Bowl will at Roadrunner Food Bank. Guests of Souper Bowl will try samples […]
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A mission to wine and dine
Jessica and Seth Beecher’s hip and buzzy 2022 freshman effort in Nob Hill is being followed by an equally hip and buzzy sophomore one in 2024. After the launch of the Central Bodega restaurant with two partners, the couple has embarked on an even bigger project just across the street. That means the busy Nob […]
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Boeing expansion latest prize for bustling The 25 Way
As commercial developments in the city struggle with nagging vacancies and a wobbling economy, the bustling development known as The 25 Way along the north I-25 corridor remains a bright spot for economic activity – bolstered by Boeing Albuquerque’s recent expansion and a popular lineup of restaurants. Commercial real estate veteran Scott Whitefield, with CBRE, […]
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After two year closure, Sandia Peak Ski Area reopening date still unknown
Ski season is well underway in New Mexico, but the slopes remain empty at Sandia Peak Ski Area. The family owned business is actively working to invite skiers and snowboarders back soon, but a reopen date hasn’t been announced. Formally known as La Madera Ski Area, Sandia Peak Ski Area opened in 1936, making it […]
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New program restores vacant houses into affordable housing
A program aimed at turning vacant and abandoned houses across the state into livable and affordable housing has taken its next steps. The New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority (MFA) board said it approved three service providers for its “Restoring Our Communities” (ROC) program at a December 2023 meeting. The MFA made the announcement in a […]
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Journalists launch new news outlet to bring newspaper competition back to Albuquerque
City Desk ABQ launched today with a newsroom of seven journalists with years of experience in Albuquerque and New Mexico. City Desk will publish every weekday afternoon and Sundays online and will focus on the traditional “Metro section” of a daily newspaper: City Hall, county government, education, crime and courts, and our local economy. There […]
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Albuquerque rent prices ease in 2023 (a bit)
While the cost to rent an apartment in Albuquerque remains at eye-popping levels for many of its residents, it appears that an ease is underway. For now. The issue is top of mind as rent prices have outpaced wages for many in the city, which places the issue of affordable housing as an urgent priority […]
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Applications Open for Home Repair Program
From now until Jan. 5, 2024, low to moderate-income Rio Rancho homeowners can apply for home repair assistance. The City of Rio Rancho has once again partnered with the non-profit Homewise, Inc., to administer this program. Assistance is capped at $25,000 for each home. Eligible expenses include: heating/mechanical systems, plumbing systems, roofs, door, windows, siding, […]