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From left: Vice Chair Jon Herr, District 2; Commissioner Michael Meek, District 3; Assessor Edward D. Olona, County Clerk Anne Brady-Romero, Commissioner Katherine A. Bruch, District 1; and Chair Jordan Juarez, District 4. (Courtesy photo)

Sandoval County appoints new assessor following controversial Gallegos resignation

by Kevin Hendricks July 27th, 2026

‘Enough is Enough’: Rep. Cates challenges industry over PFAS labeling law

by Kevin Hendricks July 23rd, 2026

The first Brew Lab 101 location is on Southern Blvd in Rio Rancho. (Kevin Hendricks)

Events, Sandoval County

Mariachi, charity bingo, a Fox News comedian and a Route 66 history lesson cap a packed weekend

by Kevin Hendricks July 23rd, 2026

Op-Ed: Making NM government more accessible for persons with disabilities

Opinion: It’s time for Sandoval County to adopt an independent redistricting commission

Horse lovers can now grab tickets to the 2026 Horseshoes & Heels Gala, the annual fundraiser keeping rescued and rehabilitated horses fed, trained and cared for at the Stables at Tamaya. (Courtesy photo)

+Arts & Culture, Sandoval County

Tickets On Sale for Tamaya’s Horseshoes & Heels Gala Benefiting Rescued Horses

by Kevin Hendricks July 22nd, 2026

Parts of the Rio Grande flowing through Albuquerque will go dry again this summer, water managers warned Wednesday — repeating a pattern that has now struck the region multiple times in recent years — unless monsoon conditions improve significantly. (Roberto E. Rosales)

Corrales, Local Government

Securing Corrales’ water future: A 40-year roadmap

by Rodd Cayton July 22nd, 2026

A state judge has ordered Sandoval County to redraw its commission district boundaries, ruling the county's 2021 map failed to consult tribal nations and didn't give Native American and Hispanic voters an equal say.

Local Government, Sandoval County

Sandoval County rejects redistricting ruling, says current maps are legal

by Kevin Hendricks July 22nd, 2026

The Village of Corrales. (Kevin Hendricks)

Corrales, Local Government

Traffic code update hits Corrales council

by Rodd Cayton July 21st, 2026

Khalil Lorando, the 11-year-old CEO of Kyreeze Lemonade, manages orders at a recent community event. Lorando balances school with his growing business, saving his earnings to purchase a Jeep Wrangler by age 16.

Food & Drink, Rio Rancho

Squeezing success: How an 11-year-old turned a lemonade stand into a legit business

by tristencritchfield July 21st, 2026

Local Government, Sandoval County

Sandoval County commissioners to weigh $34.4M in bond asks, ethics overhaul and a new assessor Wednesday

by Kevin Hendricks July 21st, 2026

Juan Escobar and his son, Andrew, are pictured together before his disappearance. (Courtesy photo)

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

After three years of searching, Rio Rancho father reunited with son

by Julian Paras July 20th, 2026July 20th, 2026

Events, Rio Rancho

PHOTOS: Rio Rancho leaders, friends and family turn out to support The Paper.

by Kevin Hendricks July 17th, 2026

Elections & Politics, Sandoval County

Tribal nations, Democratic Party win major redistricting ruling in Sandoval County

by Kevin Hendricks July 16th, 2026July 17th, 2026

Sandoval County Assessor Linda Gallegos speaks during public comment at the June 10 commission meeting, where a resolution was passed that requests Gallegos step down from the position. (Kevin Hendricks)

Local Government, Sandoval County

Defiant to the end: Assessor Linda Gallegos resigns, criticizes commissioners

by Kevin Hendricks July 16th, 2026

Rio Rancho readers get a reason to celebrate — and a reason to party as The Paper. throws open the doors Thursday for a free Summer BLOCK Party marking its expansion into the City of Vision.

+Arts & Culture, Rio Rancho

Summer BLOCK Party and beyond: What to do in and around Rio Rancho this weekend

by Kevin Hendricks July 16th, 2026

Village Historian Mary Davis died June 28 from surgery complications, according to an announcement from the Corrales Historical Society. She lived in the village for more than 50 years. (Courtesy photo)

Corrales, Obituaries

Memorial service set for Corrales historian

by Rodd Cayton July 13th, 2026July 15th, 2026

Corrales siphon. (Source: Village of Corrales)

Corrales, Local Government

Village unveils draft 40-Year water plan Thursday

by Kevin Hendricks July 10th, 2026

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

+Arts & Culture, Rio Rancho

Free movies, live music and living history: Your weekend guide

by Kevin Hendricks July 9th, 2026

Local businesses and nonprofits lose money to hackers every year, and three Sandoval County-area legislators want to talk about what state law should do about it. Reps. Kathleen Cates and Joshua Hernandez and Sen. Jay Block join a bipartisan panel of lawmakers July 24 for a forum examining cybersecurity's grip on New Mexico's economy.

New Mexico State Gov., Sandoval County

Sandoval County lawmakers join statewide cybersecurity forum July 24

by Kevin Hendricks July 8th, 2026

Community Content, Corrales

Photos: Celebrating 250, Corrales-style

by Rodd Cayton July 7th, 2026

A bat found inside a Corrales home tested positive for rabies, marking the state's ninth confirmed animal case of 2026 and prompting health officials to renew warnings about handling wildlife.

Corrales, Healthcare

Rabid bat found in Corrales home marks ninth case this year

by Kevin Hendricks July 6th, 2026

Corrales Village Councilor John Alsobrook II died Friday, village staff have announced. (Courtesy photo)

Community Content, Corrales

Corrales park to get a tractor tribute for the councilor who loved them

by Kevin Hendricks July 6th, 2026

Events, Sandoval County

From parades to fireworks: Where to celebrate Independence Day in Sandoval County

by Kevin Hendricks June 30th, 2026

Commission member Stevie Kuenzler wants to make the village's love for bikes more apparent. He and others have launched a project that could see several new bike racks placed around Corrales. The conservation-minded group plans to create the racks from discarded bicycle frames. Kuenzler told the Corrales Comment that he should definitely have it up by the end of the month. (Julian Paras)

Art & Artists, Corrales

Recycling rides: A creative new life for discarded bicycles in Corrales

by Rodd Cayton June 30th, 2026

Sandoval County is rolling out a new weapon in its war on mosquitoes this summer — a specialized truck that shoots a bacteria-laced mist 100 feet into the air to kill larvae before they ever become adults.

Environment, Conservation & Climate, Sandoval County

Sandoval County deploys mist truck to zap mosquitoes before they hatch

by Kevin Hendricks June 29th, 2026

Lisa Brown, a longtime Corrales resident and water-rights attorney has been named to the Village Council. Brown was sworn in immediately after Councilors ratified her appointment by Mayor Fred Hashimoto at the June 23 meeting.

Corrales, Local Government

Brown appointed to Corrales council as replacement for Alsobrook

by Kevin Hendricks June 29th, 2026

Local Government, Sandoval County

Sandoval County hands salary power to the people

by Kevin Hendricks June 29th, 2026

Bob Dylan plays the Sandia Resort & Casino Amphitheater Friday night, with doors at 7 p.m. and the show at 8 p.m. Tickets are available at etix.com.

Events, Sandoval County

Bob Dylan, drive-in movies and the mother road cap a loaded weekend

by Kevin Hendricks June 25th, 2026June 25th, 2026

Corrales, Local Government

Corrales parking compromise follows long debate

by Rodd Cayton June 24th, 2026

Local Government, Sandoval County

Sandoval County commissioners set to vote on elected official pay commission, hospital mil levy deal

by Kevin Hendricks June 23rd, 2026

Corrales, Local Government

Corrales council set to fill vacant seat, weigh fireworks ban, PNM deal

by Kevin Hendricks June 22nd, 2026

Rio Rancho and Sandoval County families have plenty of reasons to leave the air conditioning behind this weekend, starting with the city's official Juneteenth Celebration Saturday at Haynes Park. (CoRR)

Events, Sandoval County

From Juneteenth to RanchFest: Your Sandoval County weekend planner

by Kevin Hendricks June 18th, 2026

Corrales, Local Government

Memorial for Corrales councilor set

by Rodd Cayton June 16th, 2026

Corrales, Local Government

Corrales enhances retirement benefits to support police and fire recruitment

by Rodd Cayton June 16th, 2026

A mini pig named Apple was sworn in Saturday as Corrales' Pet Mayor for 2025 after winning a competitive fundraising election that raised $7,000 for the village's animal services organization. (Courtesy photo)

Corrales, Elections & Politics

Corrales’ 2026 Pet Mayor race Is open — apply by July 15

by Kevin Hendricks June 15th, 2026

Corrales, Local Government

Village briefs: Council seat deadline, P&Z meeting, road cleanup and plague alert

by Kevin Hendricks June 15th, 2026June 15th, 2026

Players at the 2026 SWILLLS Scrabble tournament in Corrales. First place finisher Carl Johnson (back row, middle), formerly of Rio Rancho, now lives in Oregon. Host Mike Baron and hostess Pamina Deutsch front row on left. Tourney Director Cornelia Guest lower right.

+Arts & Culture, Corrales

Tiles and smiles: Corrales Scrabble tourney starts somber, moves on to fun

by Rodd Cayton June 12th, 2026

Corrales, Local Government

Corrales parking update stalls again

by Rodd Cayton June 10th, 2026

Local Government, Sandoval County

Sandoval County commissioners face full agenda: assessor ouster, $15M in bonds, labor contracts

by Kevin Hendricks June 9th, 2026

Corrales, Courts, Justice & Safety

Carjacked ABQ vehicle found in Corrales

by Rodd Cayton June 9th, 2026

Corrales, Local Government

New rules at last? Parking ordinance update headlines Corrales council meeting

by Rodd Cayton June 8th, 2026

The Corrales irrigation ditch. (Jesse Jones)

Corrales, Environment, Conservation & Climate

Mayor Hashimoto: Corraleños need to keep up water conservation efforts

by Rodd Cayton June 4th, 2026

Events, Rio Rancho

Weekend preview: What’s happening in and around Rio Rancho (June 5-7)

by Kevin Hendricks June 4th, 2026

Gregg Hull talks with a voter during the primary election on June 2. (Kevin Hendricks)

Elections & Politics, Sandoval County

Rio Rancho’s Hull wins Republican nomination for governor, sets up fall race against Haaland

by Kevin Hendricks June 3rd, 2026June 3rd, 2026

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Deb Haaland campaigns along Coors Blvd in Albuquerque’s westside Tuesday morning near the Andalucia Shopping Center. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales for the Paper

Elections & Politics, Sandoval County

New Mexico voters reshape political landscape, set up fierce November battles

by Kevin Hendricks June 3rd, 2026

Elections & Politics, Sandoval County

Election Day voting gets underway — here’s what you need to know

by Kevin Hendricks June 2nd, 2026June 2nd, 2026

The bridge in Bernalillo is one of a few ways to cross the Rio Grande. (Roberto E. Rosales)

Environment, Conservation & Climate, Sandoval County

The uncrossable Rio Grande: Gregg Hull says a new bridge will never happen

by Kevin Hendricks June 1st, 2026June 5th, 2026

Sandoval County voters head to the polls Tuesday for the June 2 primary — and more than 16,300 ballots are already in the books after early and absentee voting closed Saturday, May 30.

Elections & Politics, Sandoval County

Election Day is Tuesday — here’s what Sandoval County voters need to know

by Kevin Hendricks June 1st, 2026

Deb Haaland, left, and Gregg Hull talk before a forum for gubernatorial candidates on April 28 in Rio Rancho. (Kevin Hendricks)

Elections & Politics, Sandoval County

Early voting ends tomorrow — here’s what you need to know before you cast your ballot

by Kevin Hendricks May 29th, 2026May 29th, 2026