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THE BLOCK, a Rio Rancho food hall, is celebrating its one-year anniversary this weekend. (Kevin Hendricks)
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside

THE BLOCK to celebrate first anniversary with day-long festival

by Kevin Hendricks September 10th, 2025September 10th, 2025
Chamisa Hills
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

Rio Rancho council set to vote on controversial Chamisa Hills development plan

by Kevin Hendricks September 10th, 2025September 10th, 2025
Attorney General Raúl Torrez announced a former Sandoval County Sheriff's Office detective was sentenced Friday to six years in prison after pleading no contest to charges related to child sexual exploitation material. (NMDOJ)
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Westside

Former Sandoval County detective sentenced to 6 years for child exploitation crimes

by Kevin Hendricks September 9th, 2025September 9th, 2025
Sandoval County Commission
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

SandCo commission to consider bonds, landfill rate increases

by Rodd Cayton September 9th, 2025September 10th, 2025
Sandoval County officials launched a vending machine Friday that provides free Narcan and gun locks to residents and visitors at the county's Health Commons facility.
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside

Sandoval County launches free Narcan, gun lock vending machine

by Kevin Hendricks September 9th, 2025September 9th, 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)
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside

Sparklight launches campaign to support Rio Rancho food pantry

by Kevin Hendricks September 9th, 2025September 9th, 2025
Santa Fe Public Schools Board of Education member Sarah Boses announced her candidacy Monday for the New Mexico House of Representatives, seeking to represent District 50.
Posted inPueblos, Westside

Santa Fe School Board member announces run for state House

by NM Political Report September 8th, 2025September 8th, 2025
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Sandoval County Extension offers fall programming on gardening, food preservation

by Kevin Hendricks September 5th, 2025September 5th, 2025
The marker honors Don Anacleto Bernardo Miera y Pacheco, a Spanish colonial soldier who served 25 years at the Santa Fe Presidio and later became a regional mayor and judge.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Sandoval County honors 18th-century veteran with plaque

by Kevin Hendricks September 5th, 2025September 5th, 2025
Posted inOpinion, Westside

Letter to the Editor: Torrance County allows any event, any size, any time in conservation district

by Guest Commentary September 4th, 2025September 25th, 2025
Valles Caldera National Preserve has received federal approval to implement an expanded fire management plan designed to reduce wildfire risks and promote ecosystem health, the National Park Service announced Wednesday.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Valles Caldera National Preserve receives approval for enhanced fire management strategy

by Kevin Hendricks September 4th, 2025September 4th, 2025
More than 48 communities across the United States will present readings of short plays written by teenagers about gun violence on Oct. 6, including a performance in Rio Rancho featuring local youth performers.
Commentary

National initiative to end gun violence coming to Rio Rancho

Offered as Commentary September 4th, 2025September 4th, 2025
The City of Rio Rancho Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Department will host its annual Pooch Plunge and Adopt-a-thon Saturday at Haynes Pool as the outdoor swimming season comes to a close. (City of Rio Rancho)
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside

Rio Rancho to host annual Pooch Plunge and adoption event Saturday

by Kevin Hendricks September 4th, 2025September 4th, 2025
Posted inNM State Gov., Westside

Torrance County manager warns of economic ruin if detention facility closes

by Alex Ross September 3rd, 2025September 3rd, 2025
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Sandoval County partners with Uber for Labor Day weekend safety campaign

by Kevin Hendricks August 28th, 2025August 28th, 2025
Castelion
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

Prepare for launch

by Kevin Hendricks August 28th, 2025August 28th, 2025
Volunteers placed nearly 3,000 flags at Vista Verde Memorial Park in honor of the victims of the 9/11 attacks. (Kevin Hendricks)
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside

Rio Rancho honors 9/11 victims with flag placement, memorial service

by Kevin Hendricks August 27th, 2025September 11th, 2025
Posted inPueblos, Westside

Hats are in the ring for November elections

by Rodd Cayton August 27th, 2025August 27th, 2025
Castelion
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

Sandoval Commission to contemplate rocket bonds

by Rodd Cayton August 26th, 2025August 26th, 2025
Rio Rancho City Hall. (City of Rio Rancho)
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

Rio Rancho council to consider major residential development projects Thursday

by Kevin Hendricks August 26th, 2025August 26th, 2025
Two Rio Rancho libraries are launching monthly reading programs featuring volunteer therapy dogs to help children practice their literacy skills in a relaxed environment.
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Rio Rancho libraries introduce therapy dog reading programs

by Kevin Hendricks August 26th, 2025August 26th, 2025
Posted inPueblos, Westside

Sandoval County candidates to file Tuesday for November elections

by Kevin Hendricks August 25th, 2025August 25th, 2025
Castelion
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Defense company eyes Sandoval County for hypersonic rocket facility

by Kevin Hendricks August 22nd, 2025August 22nd, 2025
All but one of Rio Rancho Public Schools' middle and high schools have Evolv weapons detection systems, like this one at Independence High School, this year. (RRPS)
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Westside

RRPS keeping guns away through manpower and technology

by Rodd Cayton August 22nd, 2025August 22nd, 2025
Pride Parade 2024 in Albuquerque along Nob Hill. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales/City Desk Abq
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Rio Rancho to host first Pride celebration in 2026

by Kevin Hendricks August 22nd, 2025August 22nd, 2025
Commentary

Mariposa Community Association to host Harvest Festival in Rio Rancho

Offered as Commentary August 21st, 2025August 21st, 2025
Commentary

Mariposa Community Association to host Harvest Festival in Rio Rancho

Offered as Commentary August 21st, 2025August 21st, 2025
The Rio Rancho City Council unanimously postponed a vote on the controversial Chamisa Hills Master Plan for the second time in three months during its Aug. 14 meeting, pushing the decision to Sept. 11.
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

Rio Rancho postpones Chamisa Hills development vote for second time

by Kevin Hendricks August 20th, 2025August 20th, 2025
The $312 million TAG solar-plus-storage project in Rio Rancho is now online. (Exus Renewables North America)
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside

$312 million solar project now online in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks August 19th, 2025August 19th, 2025
Greater Albuquerque Habitat for Humanity will hold a grand opening Saturday for its new donation drop-off center in Rio Rancho, expanding the organization's reach into Sandoval County.
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside

Habitat for Humanity opens new donation center in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025
Posted inPueblos, Westside

Sandoval County residents have one week to file to run for local office

by Kevin Hendricks August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025
County commissioners and staff pose as National Dog Month was proclaimed Aug. 13 in Sandoval County. (Rodd Cayton)
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

Sandoval County going to the dogs

by Rodd Cayton August 18th, 2025August 18th, 2025
Sandoval County commissioners Wednesday approved a plan intended to lessen the area’s wildfire risk.
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

Sandoval County tackles wildfire risk with new protection plan

by Kevin Hendricks August 15th, 2025August 15th, 2025
Posted inEnvironment & Conservation, NM Political Report, Westside

99.7% of residents tested near Cannon AFB have PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ in their blood

by NM Political Report August 14th, 2025August 14th, 2025
Measles rash
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside

New Mexico reaches 100 measles cases as outbreak continues to spread

by nm.news August 14th, 2025August 14th, 2025
The climbing wall is always a hit at the Mayor's Sunday is Funday, which returns for its 20th edition this weekend. (Kevin Hendricks)
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside

Rio Rancho’s 20th annual Sunday is Funday returns this weekend

by Kevin Hendricks August 13th, 2025August 13th, 2025
Rio Rancho City Hall. (City of Rio Rancho)
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

Rio Rancho council to consider development plans at Thursday meeting

by Kevin Hendricks August 12th, 2025August 12th, 2025
Sandoval County Commission
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

529 acres in Rio Rancho Estates eyed for industrial development

by Rodd Cayton August 12th, 2025August 12th, 2025
Representatives Catherine Cullen, Alan Martinez and Joshua Hernandez will host Early Childhood Education Day on Aug.15 at 2:30 p.m. at the Loma Colorado Library, located at 755 Loma Colorado Blvd. NE.
Commentary

Rio Rancho lawmakers to host early childhood education event for local families

Offered as Commentary August 11th, 2025August 11th, 2025
Thousands of Sandoval County residents who struggle with unpaved roads that become impassable during storms could get relief from a $77.9 million state highway project that would create the first major north-south paved route west of Unser Boulevard.
Posted inLocal Gov., Sandoval Signpost, Westside

$78M road project could end muddy commutes for thousands in Sandoval County

by Kevin Hendricks August 8th, 2025August 8th, 2025
Wrestling history will be made in Rio Rancho this fall when WWE Raw broadcasts live from Rio Rancho Events Center on Monday, Nov. 3 at 5:30 p.m., marking the first time WWE's flagship program has originated from New Mexico in the show's 31-year history.
Posted inHousing & Homelessness, Westside

WWE Raw to make historic New Mexico debut in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks August 8th, 2025August 15th, 2025
Sandoval County Treasurer Jennifer Taylor welcomed four high school juniors and seniors into the third year of the county's Junior Treasurer Program on Aug. 6, marking the program's expansion from two to four participants and the addition of high school elective course credit.
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

Sandoval County expands student government program, now offers high school credit

by Kevin Hendricks August 8th, 2025August 8th, 2025
from left: Animal Care Associates Karol Mata, Analyice Yarnell, and Kim Jaramillo, Animal Care Supervisor Mark Webb, and Animal Control Officer Kimberly Ashcraft. Dogs from left: Kiwi and Teddy
Posted inGeneral Interest, Westside

Sandoval County Animal Services earns national no-kill recognition

by Kevin Hendricks August 7th, 2025August 7th, 2025
The Rio Rancho Police Department launched a School Zone Speed Blitz this week ahead of classes starting on Aug. 7. The enforcement campaign increases patrols during morning and afternoon hours across all city schools.
Posted inCourts, Justice & Safety, Westside

Rio Rancho police launch zero-tolerance school zone speed enforcement

by Kevin Hendricks August 6th, 2025August 6th, 2025
Posted inMusic, Westside

Rio Rancho youth choruses open doors to new singers ahead of 2025 season

by Kevin Hendricks August 5th, 2025August 5th, 2025
RioTECH Career Technical Education High School opens as a $55 million state-of-the-art facility designed to prepare students for high-demand careers in skilled trades and technology.
Commentary

RioTECH unveils $50M campus for trades education

Offered as Commentary August 1st, 2025August 1st, 2025
Rio Rancho Public Schools leaders are seeking ways to absorb the loss of about $780,000 in federal aid due to a pause in payments.
Commentary

Back-to-school guide 2025: What Sandoval County families need to know

Offered as Commentary August 1st, 2025August 1st, 2025
Victor Rodriguez, who previously served as a lieutenant with the Sandoval County Sheriff's Office, told supporters at a campaign rally last weekend that he's running to become sheriff in the November 2026 election.
Posted inPueblos, Westside

From controversy to candidacy: Former Belen police chief seeks Sandoval County’s top law enforcement job

by Kevin Hendricks July 29th, 2025August 4th, 2025
James Green, center, received a donated wheelchair July 26 that his family desperately needed after encountering delays in the federal veterans' system, highlighting challenges faced by disabled veterans across the state.
Commentary

Veteran receives donated wheelchair after being ‘abandoned’ by VA 

Offered as Commentary July 28th, 2025July 29th, 2025
Posted inLocal Gov., Westside

Sandoval County fire services consolidate finances

by Kevin Hendricks July 28th, 2025July 28th, 2025

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