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Internet provider Sparklight announced Monday it will donate money to St. Felix Pantry through a new customer referral program that rewards both existing and new customers. (Kevin Hendricks)

Food, Rio Rancho

Sparklight hosting food drive for St. Felix Pantry through Dec. 2

by Kevin Hendricks November 25th, 2025November 25th, 2025

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman is shown during his campaign announcement in April in Las Vegas, NM. (Kevin Hendricks)

Politics & Elections, Sandoval County

Bregman touts high-tech future for Sandoval County

by Kevin Hendricks November 25th, 2025November 24th, 2025

Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo, Local Gov.

Will Bernalillo raise sales tax for economic development?

by Kevin Hendricks November 24th, 2025November 24th, 2025

The Rio Rancho Police Department's 17th annual food drive Saturday collected more than 5,000 pounds of food for St. Felix Pantry and about 4,000 pounds for Storehouse West.

Food, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho police food drive collects over 9,000 pounds

by Kevin Hendricks November 24th, 2025November 24th, 2025

NM State Gov., Sandoval County

Sandoval County fire departments receive $1.5 million in state grants

by Kevin Hendricks November 24th, 2025November 24th, 2025

From left: Sandoval County Clerk Anne Brady-Romero, Castelion co-founder and CFO Andrew Kreitz, and Sandoval County Manager Wayne Johnson

Bernalillo, Local Gov.

Rocket plant approval brings questions in Bernalillo

by Kevin Hendricks November 24th, 2025November 24th, 2025

Internet provider Sparklight announced Monday it will donate money to St. Felix Pantry through a new customer referral program that rewards both existing and new customers. (Kevin Hendricks)

Food, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho police to hold 17th annual food drive Saturday

by Kevin Hendricks November 21st, 2025November 21st, 2025

Casa Perea Art Space, 4829 Corrales Road, will host a sale running through Nov. 29, featuring musical instruments, traditional jewelry, weaving tools, canes, folk pottery, tribal baskets, masks, indigenous clothing and saint figures from Egan's extensive collection.

Collector opens 60-year Latin American folk art collection to public at Corrales sale

by Kevin Hendricks November 21st, 2025November 21st, 2025

A major water main break near the intersection of Western Hills Drive and Lema Road is causing service disruptions and road closures in Rio Rancho, city officials announced Friday morning.

Water main break causes road closure, service disruptions in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks November 21st, 2025November 21st, 2025

Bernalillo Mayor Jack Torres is seeking a fifth term in the March election, saying experienced leadership will be vital for the town in the coming years.

Politics & Elections, Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo mayor announces plan to seek a fifth term

by Kevin Hendricks November 21st, 2025November 21st, 2025

The Corrales Equestrian Advisory Committee voted Thursday to cancel Sunday's Christmas de los Caballos parade, citing concerns about a highly contagious equine herpes virus outbreak in New Mexico.

Corrales cancels Christmas de los Caballos parade due to equine herpes outbreak

by Kevin Hendricks November 21st, 2025November 21st, 2025

John Franklin, who operates the cafe with his wife Christine, suffered a stroke approximately one week ago and was hospitalized before being discharged to continue rehabilitation at home, according to a GoFundMe page created by family friend Virginia.

General Interest, Placitas

Placitas Cafe owner recovering from stroke as community rallies support

by Kevin Hendricks November 20th, 2025November 20th, 2025

More than 100 local artists and crafters will showcase their work at six venues across this small mountain community Saturday and Sunday as the Placitas Holiday Market returns for its fifth year.

Events, Placitas

Placitas Holiday Market returns for fifth year this weekend

by Kevin Hendricks November 20th, 2025November 20th, 2025

Castelion

Letters to the Editor, Sandoval County

Letter to the Editor: Project Ranger or Project Undercover?

by Kevin Hendricks November 20th, 2025November 20th, 2025

Nineteen water system operators, board members and community leaders from six northern New Mexico communities graduated Tuesday from the Cuba Water Leadership Institute, a program designed to strengthen regional collaboration on water management in rural areas.

General Interest, Sandoval County

19 rural water leaders graduate from Cuba Water Leadership Institute

by Kevin Hendricks November 20th, 2025November 20th, 2025

Bernalillo PD

Bernalillo, Courts, Justice & Safety

Bernalillo Man arrested after voices tell him to steal father’s truck

by Kevin Hendricks November 19th, 2025November 19th, 2025

Sandoval County held a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 24 to celebrate its new dispatch center, even as the facility remains unable to independently handle approximately 85% of 911 calls from the county's estimated 42,000 non-Rio Rancho residents.

Local Gov., Sandoval County

New dispatch center struggles with staffing

by Kevin Hendricks November 19th, 2025November 19th, 2025

It’s official: City Councilor Paul Wymer announced his candidacy for mayor Tuesday night, entering the race to succeed Mayor Gregg Hull, who is running for governor.

Politics & Elections, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho City Councilor officially announces mayoral bid

by Kevin Hendricks November 19th, 2025November 19th, 2025

Rio Rancho Mayor Gregg Hull announced Tuesday he will not seek re-election in March, ending nearly 12 years leading one of New Mexico's largest cities as he campaigns for governor. Hull, a Republican first elected in April 2014, made the announcement alongside his wife, Carrie, highlighting infrastructure improvements and quality-of-life investments during his tenure.

Politics & Elections, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho Mayor will not seek fourth term, focuses on governor’s race

by Kevin Hendricks November 19th, 2025November 19th, 2025

City Councilor Paul Wymer will run for mayor in March as three-term Mayor Gregg Hull steps aside to focus on his campaign for New Mexico governor.

Rio Rancho Councilor Wymer to run for mayor as Hull eyes Santa Fe

by Kevin Hendricks November 18th, 2025November 18th, 2025

"Sounds of the Season" will feature the Rio Rancho Youth Chorus and the Children's Chorus of Rio Rancho performing holiday classics, folk tunes and contemporary pieces. Both performances will begin at 3 p.m. at the church, located at 2903 Cabezon Blvd.

Music, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho youth choruses to present holiday concert

by Kevin Hendricks November 18th, 2025November 18th, 2025

Rio Rancho City Councilor Bob Tyler announced Monday he will seek a third consecutive term representing District 3 in the March 2026 municipal election.

Politics & Elections, Rio Rancho

Infrastructure, growth top priority as Councilor Tyler campaigns for third term

by Kevin Hendricks November 18th, 2025November 18th, 2025

Students at San Antonito Elementary School in Sandia Park came together on Monday, Nov. 17, to feed East Mountains community members in need during its food drive that lasted throughout the first half of November.

San Antonito Elementary students collect thousands of food items to donate

by Kevin Hendricks November 17th, 2025November 17th, 2025

Michael Farrell

Local Gov., Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho residents sound alarm over hypersonic missile plant

by Kevin Hendricks November 17th, 2025November 17th, 2025

Sandoval County Commission

Local Gov., Sandoval County

County greenlights legislative agenda targeting IPRA, dispatchers and detention officer retention

by Kevin Hendricks November 17th, 2025November 17th, 2025

Rio Rancho Fire Chief James Wenzel warned city councilors Thursday that a proposed high-hazard facility in Sandoval County could strain the city's fire department resources and pose unique safety challenges.

Local Gov., Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho fire chief raises concerns about Project Ranger’s impact

by Kevin Hendricks November 17th, 2025November 17th, 2025

The Rio Rancho City Council closed out a marathon meeting Wednesday night by voting to contribute $1 million toward a road extension project linked to a planned hypersonic missile manufacturing facility outside city limits, but only after adding safeguards requiring formal agreements on emergency response and road construction before releasing funds.

Sandoval County

Sandoval County selected for hypersonic missile manufacturing facility

by Kevin Hendricks November 17th, 2025November 17th, 2025

On Election Day, Kenneth Snow and Robin Spalding were voted in to fill the two open candidate seats for the Moriarty City Council, beating out incumbent Bobby Ortiz amid an ongoing controversy about the city’s financial recordkeeping.

Newly elected Moriarty city councilors to prioritize training and transparency

by Kevin Hendricks November 14th, 2025November 14th, 2025

The Rio Rancho City Council closed out a marathon meeting Wednesday night by voting to contribute $1 million toward a road extension project linked to a planned hypersonic missile manufacturing facility outside city limits, but only after adding safeguards requiring formal agreements on emergency response and road construction before releasing funds.

Rio Rancho approves $1 million supporting controversial hypersonic missile facility

by Kevin Hendricks November 14th, 2025November 14th, 2025

Nearly 400 teachers working in New Mexico classrooms will receive student loan forgiveness this year through the state's Teacher Loan Repayment Program, officials announced.

Nearly 400 more teachers to receive student loan forgiveness for teaching in high-need schools, subjects

by Kevin Hendricks November 14th, 2025November 17th, 2025

The Placitas Community Library will host a free star party Saturday evening, offering residents a chance to view celestial objects through various telescopes.

General Interest, Placitas

Star party set for Saturday at Placitas Community Library

by Kevin Hendricks November 14th, 2025November 14th, 2025

Torrance County

Sen. Heinrich calls for evacuation of Torrance County ICE facility after contract lapse

by Kevin Hendricks November 13th, 2025November 13th, 2025

The Placitas Chamber of Commerce will host a Turkey Bingo event on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Placitas Elementary School cafeteria, 5 Calle Del Carbon.

General Interest, Placitas

Placitas Chamber to host Turkey Bingo fundraiser for elementary school

by Kevin Hendricks November 13th, 2025November 13th, 2025

Sandoval County commissioners approved an economic development agreement related to Project Ranger and a grant agreement covering an adjacent road construction project.

Local Gov., Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho council to vote on controversial missile plant support

by Kevin Hendricks November 12th, 2025November 12th, 2025

jemez broadband

General Interest, Jemez

Jemez Pueblo receives state award for broadband infrastructure project

by Kevin Hendricks November 10th, 2025November 10th, 2025

Sam Bregman at his Las Vegas gubernatorial campaign announcement, speaking to Juliette Gallegos.

Politics & Elections

Gubernatorial candidate to outline education plans at Rio Rancho stop on statewide policy tour

by Kevin Hendricks November 10th, 2025November 10th, 2025

A single-engine aircraft crashed in a field near McNabb and New Mexico Highway 41 on Tuesday afternoon, killing one person and injuring another, according to the Moriarty Fire Department. (Moriarty Fire Department)

Albuquerque, General Interest

Albuquerque pilot among three killed in Louisville UPS plane crash

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

Enchanted Vision, a celebration of local art and artists, will present its fourth annual show Nov. 14-16 at the Unitarian Universalist Westside Congregation in Rio Rancho.

Arts & Culture, Rio Rancho

Local artists to showcase work at annual Enchanted Vision show in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

The Sandoval County Cooperative Extension has announced a series of educational programs focused on gardening, composting and agriculture for November and December.

Food, Sandoval County

Sandoval County Cooperative Extension announces November, December programming

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

Governor calls special session to extend food benefits amid federal shutdown

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo, Local Gov.

Bernalillo meeting likely to be brief

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

As Election Day arrives in Sandoval County, dozens of candidates are asking the voters to choose them.

General Interest, Sandoval County

Sandoval County’s popular chile stickers sit out 2025 election

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

A preventative maintenance project on Camino Don Tomas has taken longer than expected due to contractor issues, however, Town of Bernalillo officials expect the work to be completed by the end of November.

General Interest, Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo road project on Camino Don Tomas nears completion after delays

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

The City of Rio Rancho will honor veterans with a parade and ceremony Tuesday, Nov. 11, with a portion of Southern Boulevard closing to traffic during the event.

General Interest, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho to host Veterans Day parade, ceremony

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

Albuquerque police were on scene on Piñon Road in Cedar Crest Thursday afternoon following an APD officer, who was wanted for numerous crimes, committing suicide during a standoff with police early Thursday. / The Independent staff photo

Courts, Justice & Safety

APD officer dies by suicide after domestic violence investigation in Cedar Crest

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025

Rio Rancho Public Schools has an $80 million bond measure on the Nov. 4 local election ballot, seeking voter approval for infrastructure upgrades, security enhancements and facility improvements across the district.

What Rio Rancho’s $80 million bond approval means for students

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 5th, 2025

Congress & Federal Gov.

Trump nominates former New Mexico Rep. Steve Pearce to lead Bureau of Land Management

by Kevin Hendricks November 5th, 2025November 5th, 2025

San Juan Rodworks will compete at Adventure Pitch Fest on Nov. 6 at the Albuquerque Rail Yards, according to a New Mexico Economic Development Department press release. The company produces fly-fishing rods.

Business, Rio Rancho

Rio Rancho fly-fishing company competes in pitch battle Thursday

by Kevin Hendricks November 5th, 2025November 5th, 2025

Matt Armenta held a lead in the race for Tijeras village councilor Tuesday night, capturing 39% of the vote with partial returns from all four precincts, according to unofficial election results as of 10 p.m.

Armenta, Ortiz win Tijeras council seats

by Kevin Hendricks November 4th, 2025November 5th, 2025

Peter Nieto was decisively on top in the Mountainair mayoral race as of 10 p.m. on Election Night. (Courtesy photo)

Politics & Elections

Nieto elected Mountainair mayor, challenger within five votes of Dial in Estancia

by Kevin Hendricks November 4th, 2025November 5th, 2025