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A new state grant will extend enjoyment of Rio Rancho’s trails to more residents and visitors.

General Interest, Westside

Rio Rancho gets design money for replacement pathway in Enchanted Hills

by Kevin Hendricks December 4th, 2025December 4th, 2025

There’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.

Housing & Homelessness, Pueblos

Placitas Chamber of Commerce highlights year of community support

by Kevin Hendricks December 4th, 2025December 4th, 2025

The Town of Bernalillo will host a weekend of holiday festivities this weekend, featuring a Christmas tree lighting ceremony and an annual parade on Main Street.

Housing & Homelessness, Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo plans two-day Christmas celebration with parade, tree lighting

by Kevin Hendricks December 4th, 2025December 4th, 2025

Rio Rancho’s winter wonderland will be on display Saturday. The 2025 version of Winterfest represents the latest iteration of an event that began more than two decades ago as a parade.

Housing & Homelessness, Westside

Winterfest coming to newly finished Campus Park

by Kevin Hendricks December 4th, 2025December 4th, 2025

Donors open their wallets for White in 5-week sprint to pick our next mayor

by City Desk ABQ December 4th, 2025December 4th, 2025

Internet provider Sparklight has donated $6,500 to St. Felix Pantry to help address food insecurity in Rio Rancho as demand for assistance increases during the holiday season.

Housing & Homelessness, Westside

Sparklight donates $6,500 to Rio Rancho food pantry

by Kevin Hendricks December 3rd, 2025December 3rd, 2025

Del Norte Credit Union will open a new branch in Rio Rancho in early 2026, marking the latest expansion for the Albuquerque-based financial institution.

Business, Westside

Del Norte Credit Union to open new Rio Rancho branch in 2026

by Kevin Hendricks December 3rd, 2025December 3rd, 2025

Bernalillo Police Department officers seized multiple controlled substances after executing a search warrant on a vehicle and a backpack, authorities announced on social media Tuesday.

Courts, Justice & Safety, Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo police seize fentanyl, methamphetamine in search warrant execution

by Kevin Hendricks December 3rd, 2025December 3rd, 2025

Wikimedia Commons

Corporate Responsibility, Pueblos

$350,000 set aside for victims of Santa Fe spa’s deceptive sales tactics

by Kevin Hendricks December 2nd, 2025December 2nd, 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.

General Interest, Town of Bernalillo

Historic Bernalillo church finalist in nationwide photo contest

by Rodd Cayton December 2nd, 2025December 2nd, 2025

Hundreds of residents packed an elementary school cafeteria Tuesday night to question representatives from Castelion Corporation about a proposed hypersonic missile manufacturing facility planned for just outside of Rio Rancho.

Local Gov., Westside

Castelion to hold community meetings in Rio Rancho on controversial missile facility

by Kevin Hendricks December 2nd, 2025December 8th, 2025

A dog was shot five times during a walk on a rural trail north of Rio Rancho on Friday, prompting a search for the shooter and a fundraising campaign to cover emergency veterinary care.

Courts, Justice & Safety, Westside

Dog shot multiple times during walk in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks 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.

General Interest, Westside

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

by Kevin Hendricks December 2nd, 2025December 2nd, 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.

Courts, Justice & Safety, Westside

Activist launches legal challenge to Sandoval County missile facility

by Kevin Hendricks December 1st, 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.

General 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.

General Interest, Westside

Rio Rancho library to host Smithsonian human origins exhibition

by Kevin Hendricks December 1st, 2025December 1st, 2025

New Mexico Statewide News

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

by Alex Ross November 26th, 2025December 9th, 2025

Opinion, Pueblos

Commentary: From conflict to collaboration — How a New Mexico transmission line will protect power delivery and prairie chickens

by Pat Davis November 26th, 2025

Bernalillo Town councilors want to hear more about a possible economic development sales tax and a proposed recreational vehicle campground.

Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo eyes new sales tax, major RV campground project

by Rodd Cayton November 25th, 2025November 26th, 2025

Wild Hearts Gallery in Placitas will present Enchanted Forest: An Invitational Show, Dec. 2 - 28, 2025, featuring guest artists Sandra and Michael Kadisak, Alfons Schuster and Katie Thomas, according to a release by artist and gallery member Colleen Gregoire. An artist reception is planned for Sunday, Dec. 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wild Hearts Gallery to present ‘Enchanted Forest’ holiday exhibition

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)

Housing & Homelessness, Westside

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)

Pueblos, Westside

Bregman touts high-tech future for Sandoval County

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

nm.news | merritt hamilton allen

On raising our children

We asked readers to tell us whether City Desk mattered. Here’s what they said.

by Pat Davis November 24th, 2025November 28th, 2025

Town of Bernalillo

Local Gov., Town of Bernalillo

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.

Housing & Homelessness, Westside

Rio Rancho police food drive collects over 9,000 pounds

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

NM State Gov., Westside

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

Local Gov., Town of Bernalillo

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)

Housing & Homelessness, Westside

Rio Rancho police to hold 17th annual food drive Saturday

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.

General Interest, Westside

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.

Pueblos, Town of Bernalillo

Bernalillo mayor announces plan to seek a fifth term

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

Congress & Federal Gov

Leger Fernández: GOPers who back extending tax credits need to step up

by Alex Ross 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, Pueblos

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.

Housing & Homelessness, Pueblos

Placitas Holiday Market returns for fifth year this weekend

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

Castelion

Pueblos, Westside

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, Westside

19 rural water leaders graduate from Cuba Water Leadership Institute

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

Bernalillo PD

Courts, Justice & Safety, Town of Bernalillo

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., Westside

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.

Pueblos, Westside

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.

Pueblos, Westside

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

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

Courts, Justice & Safety, Pueblos

Undercover tribal cops lure Arizona man to Isleta Pueblo with 37,000 fentanyl pills

by Pat Davis November 19th, 2025November 19th, 2025

Opinion: Getting capital outlay moving

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.

Pueblos, Westside

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, Westside

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.

Pueblos, Westside

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

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

Navajo Tech Univ graduation, 2023

$120 million in cuts to New Mexico colleges, universities targeted DEI, energy

Diane Denish | nm.news

Hope and aspiration: 62 years after JFK’s assasination, what have we learned?

nm.news | merritt hamilton allen

On The Golden Rule

According to the state’s Department of Justice (NMDOJ), several New?Mexicans reported being enrolled unwillingly or unknowingly in a JustFab membership program that charged recurring fees. The state’s AG’s Office said these enrollments were done using unfair and deceptive practices.

Corporate Responsibility, New Mexico Statewide News

NM consumers eligible for refunds as JustFab settles deceptive practices lawsuit

by Josh Lee, nm.news November 17th, 2025November 17th, 2025

Michael Farrell

Local Gov., Westside

Rio Rancho residents sound alarm over hypersonic missile plant

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