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R4 Creating students test out their robot. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inGeneral Interest, Rio Rancho

R4Creating enjoying new space, planning new programs

by Rodd Cayton January 5th, 2026January 5th, 2026

Shelly Gruenig was just a mom looking for a fun, hands-on activity she could share with her children. Where that led her was to a mission to bring STEM activities to kids across New Mexico. The organization Gruenig founded, R4Creating, provides a variety of activities out of and alongside New Mexico schools, working to get […]

New Mexico will receive about $211 million over five years to expand rural health care access under a new $50 billion federal program, though state officials have not yet said which hospitals or communities will benefit when funding begins in 2026.
Posted inGeneral Interest, New Mexico Statewide News

New Mexico secures $211M for rural hospitals

by Kevin Hendricks January 5th, 2026January 5th, 2026
Santa Ana Pueblo Governor Myron Armijo, left, and Interim Lieutenant Governor Joe Montoya break ground on multimillion-dollar intersection project on NM 313 and Dove Rd. (Courtesy photo)
Posted inGeneral Interest, Pueblos

Santa Ana Pueblo, NMDOT break ground on I-313/Dove Road project

by Rodd Cayton December 22nd, 2025December 22nd, 2025
Wild Hearts Gallery presented a donation of $1,282 to Humberto Macias, District Battalion Chief, and members of the Placitas Volunteer Fire Brigade on December 18. This donation was the result of a Boot Drive in honor of former gallery member David Johnson that raised $414, plus $868 which was 15% of the galleryโ€™s holiday sales.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Pueblos

Placitas Holiday Market raises over $18,000 for local nonprofits

by Kevin Hendricks December 22nd, 2025
Relatives of Darian Nevayaktewa, who went missing from the Hopi reservation in 2008, hold posters for him outside the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center on May 5, 2025. Credit: Bella Davis/New Mexico In Depth
Posted inGeneral Interest, Pueblos

A new alert for missing Native people has been issued just six times since July implementation

by NM Political Report December 17th, 2025December 17th, 2025
Rep. Alan Martinez looks on during the Gov.'s State of the State speech Jan. 21 in Santa Fe. (Jesse Jones)
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

New Mexico lawmaker demands release of delayed highway safety study

by Kevin Hendricks December 16th, 2025
Thereโ€™s a blank canvas in Placitas (figuratively speaking), and the community is encouraged to help decide how that eight-acre space will be colored in.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Pueblos

PREP opening 2026 schedule with insurance presentation

by Kevin Hendricks and Rodd Cayton December 15th, 2025December 15th, 2025
Salce Park
Posted inGeneral Interest, Housing & Homelessness

Building the perfect park? Corrales Council will see survey results regarding gifted land

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ December 12th, 2025December 8th, 2025
The Rio Rancho Police Department will replace its current mobile speed enforcement cameras with updated equipment on Dec. 13.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

New spots, new tech: Here are the 10 locations for Rio Rancho’s next-gen traffic cameras

by Kevin Hendricks December 12th, 2025December 11th, 2025
Sandoval County Animal Care Services will host a holiday dog adoption event Saturday, Dec. 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bernalillo Community Museum as part of the worldwide Blue Buffalo Home 4 the Holidays campaign.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Sandoval County Animal Services to host holiday dog adoption event

by Kevin Hendricks December 11th, 2025December 11th, 2025
Posted inGeneral Interest, Housing & Homelessness

Reel Gems โ€“ Overlooked Films Currently Streaming: Mr. Magooโ€™s Christmas Carolย 

by Guest commentary December 9th, 2025December 9th, 2025
The Texas Camel Corps at a historical re-enactment campout. Credit: Courtesy of Doug Baum, Texas Camel Corps
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Sandoval County campaign wins Top Hat marketing award for camel eventย 

by Kevin Hendricks December 8th, 2025December 8th, 2025
Brush Truck 4551 at the Trout Fire in the Gila National Forest on night operations. Trout Fire started June 2025.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Sandoval County to implement fire station in Cuba

by Kevin Hendricks December 5th, 2025December 5th, 2025
NMDA
Posted inGeneral Interest, Housing & Homelessness

Two Corrales farms awarded nearly $180,000 in federal food system grants

by Kevin Hendricks December 5th, 2025December 5th, 2025
Commentary

Your bus route is about to change. Hereโ€™s what you need to know

Offered as Commentary December 5th, 2025December 5th, 2025
A new state grant will extend enjoyment of Rio Ranchoโ€™s trails to more residents and visitors.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Rio Rancho gets design money for replacement pathway in Enchanted Hills

by Kevin Hendricks December 4th, 2025December 4th, 2025
Santuario de San Lorenzo, a historic 1867 church in Bernalillo, is a finalist in a nationwide photo contest sponsored by Partners for Sacred Places. Former White House photographer Leroy Sanchez captured the image, which is vying for a cash prize to help fund the church's estimated $1 million-plus repair costs. You can vote for the photo here.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Town of Bernalillo

Historic Bernalillo church finalist in nationwide photo contest

by Rodd Cayton December 2nd, 2025December 2nd, 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.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Fundraiser launched for Rio Rancho family after water main break destroys home

by Kevin Hendricks December 2nd, 2025December 2nd, 2025
The Town of Bernalillo is inviting residents and business owners to participate in its "Brighten Bernalillo 2025" holiday decoration contest, with prizes awarded for the best-decorated properties.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo launches holiday decoration contest with prizes for homes, businesses

by Kevin Hendricks December 1st, 2025December 1st, 2025
"Exploring Human Origins: What Does It Mean to Be Human?" opened Dec. 1 and runs through Jan. 15. The exhibition features interactive kiosks, hands-on displays, video presentations, and informational panels that examine milestones in human evolution.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Rio Rancho library to host Smithsonian human origins exhibition

by Kevin Hendricks December 1st, 2025December 1st, 2025
Posted inSandoval Signpost

Thankful for locals who’ll be buying local and reading local this season

by Pat Davis November 26th, 2025November 26th, 2025
A Giving Tree displaying tags with children's wish list items and essential needs such as clothing, coats and shoes is now available at Village Hall. Additional tags will be added during the first week of December as organizers work with participating families.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Housing & Homelessness

Corrales holiday giving program seeks donations for local families

by Kevin Hendricks November 26th, 2025November 26th, 2025
Posted inNew Mexico Statewide News

Many New Mexicans lack access to “trustworthy local news,” new study finds

by Alex Ross November 26th, 2025December 9th, 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.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

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

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.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Housing & Homelessness

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

by Kevin Hendricks November 21st, 2025November 21st, 2025
Posted inGeneral Interest, Housing & Homelessness

Reel Gems โ€“ Overlooked Films Currently Streaming: Pieces of April (2003)

by Guest commentary November 20th, 2025November 20th, 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.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Pueblos

Placitas Cafe owner recovering from stroke as community rallies support

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.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

19 rural water leaders graduate from Cuba Water Leadership Institute

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

San Antonito Elementary students collect thousands of food items to donate

Offered as Commentary November 17th, 2025November 17th, 2025
If the weather holds up, Sandoval County residents will be treated to a free half-day of dumping at the county landfill.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Sandoval County Landfill offering free half-day Saturday

by Rodd Cayton November 14th, 2025November 14th, 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.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Housing & Homelessness

Corrales Mayor advising of donation and assistance opportunities

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ November 14th, 2025November 14th, 2025
The Placitas Community Library will host a free star party Saturday evening, offering residents a chance to view celestial objects through various telescopes.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Pueblos

Star party set for Saturday at Placitas Community Library

by Kevin Hendricks November 14th, 2025November 14th, 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.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Pueblos

Placitas Chamber to host Turkey Bingo fundraiser for elementary school

by Kevin Hendricks November 13th, 2025November 13th, 2025
jemez broadband
Posted inGeneral Interest, Jemez & Jemez Springs

Jemez Pueblo receives state award for broadband infrastructure project

by Kevin Hendricks November 10th, 2025November 10th, 2025
As Election Day arrives in Sandoval County, dozens of candidates are asking the voters to choose them.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

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.
Posted inGeneral 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.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Rio Rancho to host Veterans Day parade, ceremonyย 

by Kevin Hendricks November 6th, 2025November 6th, 2025
A Veterans Services Fair will be held Wednesday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Sandoval County Government Complex to help veterans apply for benefits.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Veterans Services Fair set for Wednesday in Bernalillo

by Kevin Hendricks November 4th, 2025November 4th, 2025
The Tamaya Horse Rehab Program will hold its seventh annual Horseshoes & Heels Gala on Nov. 29 at the Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa to raise funds for rescuing and rehabilitating abandoned horses in New Mexico.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Hyatt Regency Tamaya to host Horseshoes & Heels Gala for horse rescue program

by Kevin Hendricks November 3rd, 2025November 3rd, 2025
The Rio Rancho Police Department will replace its current mobile speed enforcement cameras with updated equipment on Dec. 13.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Rio Rancho police to deploy new speed enforcement cameras in December

by Kevin Hendricks November 3rd, 2025November 3rd, 2025
An explosion at the HF Sinclair Navajo Refinery prompted authorities to urge residents to shelter indoors Friday as thick smoke drifted over parts of this southeastern New Mexico city.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Pueblos

Explosion rocks Artesia refinery

by Kevin Hendricks October 31st, 2025October 31st, 2025
The interior restoration of Corrales' historic Old San Ysidro Church has been completed, with crews now moving equipment and furnishings back into the 156-year-old adobe building, Mayor James Fahey announced. (Corrales Historical Society)
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

A less scary Halloween?

by Kevin Hendricks October 30th, 2025October 30th, 2025
Apple
Posted inGeneral Interest, Pueblos

Las Placitas Association Report: Forest service work continues, community efforts and native plants

by Kevin Hendricks October 29th, 2025October 29th, 2025
The Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority is joining other utilities in offering a break to furloughed federal workers, allowing them to defer water bill payments without penalties as the government shutdown enters its fourth week.
Commentary

Furloughed in Albuquerque? Here’s how to defer your water & other utility bill

Offered as Commentary October 24th, 2025October 24th, 2025
The Placitas Artists Series has been awarded $240,000 to develop Las Huertas Plaza in the heart of the Sandoval County community.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Pueblos

Placitas Artists Series receives $240,000 grant for community plaza project

by Kevin Hendricks October 24th, 2025October 24th, 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.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Rio Rancho fly-fishing company to compete in state pitch battle

by Kevin Hendricks October 23rd, 2025October 23rd, 2025
Placitas residents looking to be updated on all the major issues in the community may get their wish Oct. 12. The Eastern Sandoval Citizens Association's annual meeting will feature guest speakers with new information on prescribed burns, fire insurance, the end of a nearby mining operation and other topics.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

New community center coming to Placitas, mining going away

by Rodd Cayton October 20th, 2025October 20th, 2025
Paranormal research investigator Hank Estrada will present "Unforgettable Ghost Story Interviews" at the Historic Old San Ysidro Church on Oct. 19 at 2 p.m., according to the Corrales Historical Society.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Housing & Homelessness

Paranormal investigator to present ghost stories at historic Corrales church

by Corrales Comment Staff October 17th, 2025October 17th, 2025
A free workshop on desert composting for beginners will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at El Zocalo Plaza in Bernalillo.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Town of Bernalillo

Free composting workshop set for Saturday in Bernalillo

by Kevin Hendricks October 17th, 2025October 17th, 2025
On June 14, thousands in the Albuquerque community showed up for the No Kings Rally held at Mariposa Basin Park in Taylor Ranch. This is one of thousands planned throughout the country on Saturday. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales /City Desk Abq
Commentary

Tijeras joins national ‘No Kings’ protest movement Saturday

Offered as Commentary October 16th, 2025October 16th, 2025

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