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The Village of Ruidoso confirmed that three people have died as a result of the historic flash flooding that deluged the community on July 8. The victims were swept downstream by unprecedented floodwaters.

Environment & Conservation, New Mexico

More bad news for Ruidoso as NWS issues flood watch

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 9th, 2025July 9th, 2025

Residents of the town of Ruidoso, New Mexico walk back to their neighborhood to find what’s left of their homes a day after major flooding washed away properties and Rv’s Tuesday afternoon. Ruidoso, N.M. (AP Photo/Roberto E. Rosales)

Congress & Federal Gov.

New Mexican Congressional Delegation calls on President Trump to approve major disaster declaration request for federal aid

by nm.news July 9th, 2025July 12th, 2025

Mexican wolf pups. (U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service)

General Interest, New Mexico Statewide News

Conservation groups demand immediate release of popular Mexican gray wolf

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 9th, 2025July 9th, 2025

Community gathering to rally support against East Mountains development

by nm.news July 9th, 2025July 9th, 2025

It’s almost time for the Torrance County Fair — an opportunity for families to enjoy time together and for children to show off their 4-H or Future Farmers of America projects.

Torrance County

Torrance County Fair to bring smiles to faces in August

by Hannah Grover, nm.news July 9th, 2025July 25th, 2025

Lovelace Medical Group is expanding its healthcare footprint in the Albuquerque metro area with a new hybrid urgent and primary care facility in Bernalillo, scheduled to open in mid-December.

Healthcare, Sandoval Signpost, Town of Bernalillo

Lovelace to open new hybrid healthcare facility in Bernalillo

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 9th, 2025July 9th, 2025

The Village of Ruidoso confirmed that three people have died as a result of the historic flash flooding that deluged the community on July 8. The victims were swept downstream by unprecedented floodwaters.

Historic Ruidoso flash flooding kills three people, including two children

by nm.news July 9th, 2025July 9th, 2025

Dr. Paul Sandoval, an epidemiologist with Roadrunner Health, told village councilors in Corrales Tuesday that the mosquito has been in the area for nearly two years and is proving difficult to evict.

Corrales Comment

A familiar pest

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ July 9th, 2025July 9th, 2025

Kristy LaMariana has opened up a grief spa in Corrales. The theme of the Corrales Grief Spa is, “Customized care for grief, loss and life’s transitions.” (Courtesy photo)

Corrales Comment

Corrales Grief Spa offers customized care for loss and life transitions

by Corrales Comment Staff July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

Corrales Village Hall

Corrales Comment

Mosquitoes and growth on the table at upcoming Corrales Council meeting

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

Members of Protect Tesque board members Rusty Day, Clara Dougherty and attorney Tom Hnasko speak with Tesuque Village residents after the New Mexico Supreme Court ruling, which denied the group’s emergency petition in a dispute over a wastewater permit. (Danielle Prokop, Source NM)

Environment & Conservation, New Mexico Statewide News

Supreme Court allows Bishop’s Lodge wastewater permit process to proceed

by Source NM July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico

High-speed internet expands in rural New Mexico

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

Families can catch a free screening of 10 Things I Hate About You under the stars Wednesday night at Balloon Fiesta Park. The event, part of the ongoing Summer of Nonviolence series, kicks off at 6:30 p.m. in the east parking lot, with the film starting at 8 p.m.

Albuquerque, Bernalillo County, City Desk ABQ, Events

Free drive-in movie returns to Balloon Fiesta Park for Summer of Nonviolence

by nm.news July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

The New Mexico Semi-Quincentennial Commission has announced the official launch of "NM 1776," a statewide initiative designed to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the founding of the United States of America.

New Mexico launches ‘NM 1776’ to commemorate America’s founding

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

The Manzano Mountain Arts Council is inviting the community to an afternoon of local talent and family fun at the Second Annual Community Talent Show and Silent Auction, set for July 13 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the MMAC Center.

East Mountains, East Mountains, Events

Sing, dance and bid: Mountainair will host second annual talent show and silent auction

by Andrea Vasquez, nm.news July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

The Placitas Community Library is commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Trinity atomic explosion, a pivotal moment in human history that occurred on July 16, 1945, just 133 miles south of Placitas.

Events, Placitas, Sandoval Signpost

Placitas Library to commemorate 80th anniversary of Trinity explosion

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

Sandoval Signpost

New Mexico Legislature #nmleg, Rio Rancho, Sandoval Signpost

Veterans workshop to offer benefit assistance, legislative Q&A in Rio Rancho

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

Edgewood. (Source: Town of Edgewood)

Edgewood Independent

Edgewood Lions Club to host 2nd Annual Senior Health Fair

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

Corrales Comment

Reel Gems – Overlooked Films Currently Streaming: Something Wild (1986)

by Guest commentary July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

New Mexico United fans are one step closer to their dream stadium after a District Judge ended a lawsuit that sought to halt construction at Balloon Fiesta Park.

New Mexico United stadium cleared for takeoff at Balloon Fiesta Park

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 8th, 2025July 8th, 2025

Anthony Yepa talks during a roundtable discussion about Medicaid cuts while Sen. Martin Heinrich listens.

Don’t gamble with Medicaid: Rural New Mexico can’t afford newly passed funding cuts

Councilor Louie Sanchez wants federal grant rules overhauled in the 2025 transportation bill, saying the Albuquerque Rapid Transit (ART) bus line is doing more harm than good.

Rapid Transit line’s impact on Central sparks call for federal rule changes

by Jesse Jones, nm.news July 7th, 2025July 7th, 2025

Corrales Police Department

Pistol found near Corrales residence

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ July 7th, 2025July 7th, 2025

Live music Casa Vieja in Corrales sparks a call for a village noise ordinance // Roberto Rosales, nm.news

Corrales Comment

A debate on decibels

by Rodd Cayton, City Desk ABQ July 7th, 2025July 7th, 2025

Dr. Paul Sandoval, an epidemiologist with Roadrunner Health, told village councilors in Corrales Tuesday that the mosquito has been in the area for nearly two years and is proving difficult to evict.

Healthcare, New Mexico Statewide News

Health officials issue West Nile Virus warning for New Mexico

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 7th, 2025July 7th, 2025

New Mexico United has launched a special limited-edition "Salute to Service" merchandise collection, marking a first in the club's history.

General Interest, New Mexico Statewide News

New Mexico United unveils limited edition ‘Salute to Service’ camo collection

by nm.news July 7th, 2025July 7th, 2025

Michael Perry, a Chaves County Commissioner with two decades of experience in natural resource management, officially announced his campaign Monday for the Republican nomination for New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands.

New Mexico Statewide News, Politics & Elections

First Republican enters race for New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 7th, 2025July 7th, 2025

Corrales MainStreet is bringing the beach to the bosque with its annual “Starry Night” fundraiser, themed Margaritaville this year. The event will take place on Saturday, August 23 at 5:30 p.m. at the Trees of Corrales.

Corrales MainStreet’s ‘Starry Night: Margaritaville’ set for Aug. 23

by Corrales Comment Staff July 6th, 2025July 6th, 2025

the Village of Corrales 4th of July Parade made its case for best parade in the state, which included all the usual small-town marchers: a color guard, military veterans, local organizations, equestrians and packs of vintage cars and tractors. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales / New Mexico News

Splish, splash, Corrales has a blast: A ‘wet’ and ‘dry’ 4th of July celebration

by Corrales Comment Staff July 6th, 2025July 6th, 2025

The Milligan Ranch Petting Zoo will be bringing animals to Venus Park on July 10. (Milligan Ranch Petting Zoo)

Edgewood Independent

From park to barn: Petting zoo pops up at Venus Park summer reading event

by Andrea Vasquez, nm.news July 3rd, 2025July 3rd, 2025

Sandia Resort and Casino celebrated the reopening of its renovated bingo hall Thursday. (Abby McDonald)

General Interest

Sandia Resort and Casino celebrates 41 Years of bingo with grand reopening and festivities

by nm.news July 3rd, 2025July 3rd, 2025

Charles Sallee, right, speaks to a legislative committee in 2023 in Santa Fe. Sallee, the Legislative Finance Committee director, presented some lawmakers Wednesday with a sense of the tough choices they’ll have to make if the “Big, Beautiful Bill” becomes law in a state with the highest per-capita reliance on SNAP and Medicaid. (Photo by Austin Fisher / Source NM)

NM lawmakers presented with tough choices amid federal cuts to Medicaid, SNAP

by Source NM July 3rd, 2025July 3rd, 2025

The Rail Runner Loop includes a stretch of well-groomed unpaved trail in the Rio Rancho Bosque.

General Interest, Sandoval County

How to explore Sandoval County by bike and train

by Guest Commentary July 3rd, 2025July 3rd, 2025

Sen. Jay Block and Rep. Joshua Hernandez cut the ribbon to celebrate the opening of their in-district legislative office in Rio Rancho. (Rodd Cayton)

New Mexico Legislature #nmleg, NM Political Report, Rio Rancho

State legislators Block and Hernandez open new office in Rio Rancho, tout greater accessibility

by Rodd Cayton, nm.news July 2nd, 2025July 2nd, 2025

Bernalillo County and its partners are once again providing free and safe rides for Independence Day weekend through the "Take a Ride on Us" program.

Bernalillo County

Bernalillo County offers ‘Take a Ride on Us’ for Independence Day weekend

by nm.news July 2nd, 2025July 2nd, 2025

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico Statewide News

All of New Mexico’s downwinders could be compensated under Senate’s ‘big, beautiful bill’

by Patrick Davis July 2nd, 2025July 2nd, 2025

Environment & Conservation, New Mexico

New Mexico’s PFAS claim against Air Force base advances as federal bellwether case

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 2nd, 2025July 2nd, 2025

New Mexico, Politics & Elections

Automatic voter registration begins in New Mexico

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 2nd, 2025July 2nd, 2025

General Interest, New Mexico Statewide News

Broadband office notifies providers of new federal rules, restructuring state’s $675 million program

by nm.news July 2nd, 2025July 2nd, 2025

View from the Porch by Karl Hoffman.

Nearly 50 years of art: Hofmann duo featured at Wild Hearts Gallery

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news July 2nd, 2025July 2nd, 2025

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Jobs, Workers & Economy, New Mexico Statewide News, NM Political Report

Nursing home sued for age discrimination

by Josh Lee, nm.news June 30th, 2025June 30th, 2025

State Representative and conservation attorney Matthew McQueen announced Monday his bid for New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands in the 2026 election.

New Mexico, Politics & Elections

State Rep. McQueen announces candidacy for New Mexico Commissioner of Public Lands

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news June 30th, 2025June 30th, 2025

United States Education Secretary Linda McMahon, right, listens in as Western governors ask her questions about President Donald Trump’s vision for the Education Department. Also pictured are Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, left, and South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden, second from left. (Photo by Patrick Lohmann / Source NM)

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico Statewide News, NM Political Report

US Education Secretary defends resumption of student loan collections in NM speech

by Source NM June 27th, 2025June 27th, 2025

New Mexico State Treasurer Laura Montoya. (NM Legislature)

Congress & Federal Gov., New Mexico, NM Political Report

State financial leaders slam GOP budget as ‘Big Bogus Mistake’

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news June 27th, 2025June 27th, 2025

Manzano Mountains State Park.

New Mexico Statewide News, NM Political Report, NM State Gov.

New Mexico veterans to receive lifetime access to State Parks starting July 1

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news June 27th, 2025June 27th, 2025

Pictured are the Route 66 Flats, a new affordable housing apartment complex being built in Albuquerque’s westside near 98th.

Albuquerque’s new opt-in zoning plan aims to ease housing crunch

by Jesse Jones, nm.news June 27th, 2025June 27th, 2025

If you live in the East Mountains area, you can likely sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The program is open to children from birth to age five who reside within a participating area, such as the Estancia Valley Imagination Library.

East Mountains, Education

Reading 9 to 5: Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library expands to Estancia Valley

by Andrea Vasquez, nm.news June 27th, 2025June 27th, 2025

A fire alarm at the Albuquerque Air Route Traffic Control Center on Thursday afternoon led to a complete ground stop at the Albuquerque Sunport, affecting all flights through ABQ airspace.

Ground stop issued at Albuquerque Sunport because of fire alarm

by Kevin Hendricks, nm.news June 26th, 2025June 26th, 2025

Chirs Bagley

Local Gov., Sandoval County, Sandoval Signpost

New Sandoval County fire leader takes oath

by Rodd Cayton, nm.news June 26th, 2025June 26th, 2025

Columnists, New Mexico Statewide News, NM Political Report, Opinion

Fed Chairman Powell: stay boring, my friend

by Guest Commentary June 26th, 2025June 26th, 2025