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Balloons Aloft Event Brings Hot-Air Balloon Education to Albuquerque and Rio Rancho Schools

Balloons Aloft Event Brings Hot-Air Balloon Education to Albuquerque and Rio Rancho Schools

The Balloons Aloft event is currently bringing nearly 200 hot-air balloon pilots to schools across Albuquerque and Rio Rancho. This initiative allows students to experience hot-air balloons up close and learn about the science behind their flight. The event, which began in 2005, serves as an unofficial kickoff to the Balloon Fiesta, providing an opportunity for students, parents, and staff to interact with pilots and crews. Aimee Sewell, assistant principal at Janet Kahn School of Integrated Arts, noted the event's significance for students who might not otherwise attend the Balloon Fiesta. Students at Janet Kahn have been studying hot-air balloons in class, and two balloons are present at the school, with some students even getting the chance to step into a balloon basket.
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Taco Cabana Locations in New Mexico to Be Renamed 'Roja Verde' Following Franchise Agreement Termination

Taco Cabana Locations in New Mexico to Be Renamed 'Roja Verde' Following Franchise Agreement Termination

Taco Cabana Locations in New Mexico to Be Renamed 'Roja Verde' Following Franchise Agreement Termination
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Senior Living Investment Brokerage Facilitates Sale of 110-Unit Community in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Senior Living Investment Brokerage Facilitates Sale of 110-Unit Community in Rio Rancho, New Mexico

Senior Living Investment Brokerage Facilitates Sale of 110-Unit Community in Rio Rancho, New Mexico
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University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center Provides Sideline Medical Support at High School Football Games

University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center Provides Sideline Medical Support at High School Football Games

Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation team members from The University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC) are volunteering their time to provide medical support at high school football games in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, and surrounding areas. SRMC orthopaedic surgeon Christopher Shultz, MD, is a key figure in this initiative, spending his Friday nights on the sidelines to identify and address player injuries. The team collaborates with athletic trainers and emergency medical services personnel to offer comprehensive medical assistance, including concussion monitoring, diagnosis, assessment, and recommendations for return to play. This service extends beyond immediate care, as the SRMC team also helps student-athletes and their families navigate the healthcare system for follow-up appointments and rehabilitation. An example cited is a player who sustained an injury during a game at V. Sue Cleveland High School, whose mother expressed relief and gratitude for Dr. Shultz's prompt and thorough care, w...
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Where is the best Halloween street in the US? Nationwide search is on

Where is the best Halloween street in the US? Nationwide search is on

Where is the trick-or-treatiest street in the country? Reese's is hosting a contest to find out. See which streets made the short list of 150.
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Longstanding fashion retailer to close 120 stores by end of 2026

Longstanding fashion retailer to close 120 stores by end of 2026

The company previously announced a plan to open 10 stores and close between 40 to 50 this year. The number of closures has since risen to 120.
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Las Vegas, New Mexico, Launches Self-Guided Historic Home Trail Walking Tour

Las Vegas, New Mexico, Launches Self-Guided Historic Home Trail Walking Tour

Las Vegas, New Mexico, has introduced a self-guided Historic Home Trail, offering residents and visitors an opportunity to explore the city's rich architectural and historical landscape. This walking tour guides participants through one of the Southwest's most distinctive architectural destinations, showcasing a blend of adobe traditions, Victorian ambition, railroad-era prosperity, and modern design. The trail highlights the Las Vegas Plaza, Bridge Street, historic neighborhoods, architectural landmarks, and locations used in films. With over 900 registered historic structures, Las Vegas, New Mexico, is recognized as a significant destination for historic architecture. The self-guided format allows individuals to explore at their own pace, focusing on specific districts or combining several sections. The tour provides insights into the city's past, including its role as the largest city on the Santa Fe Trail and a gateway to the American West, where Indigenous, Hispanic, European, and American histories c...
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States and cities sue over Trump's EPA eliminating rule that limits emissions from power plants

States and cities sue over Trump's EPA eliminating rule that limits emissions from power plants

States and cities are suing the Trump administration for repealing rules that limit planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants fueled by coal and natural gas
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Presidents rarely visit Indian Country. Trump’s planned Choctaw Nation rally will be the latest

Presidents rarely visit Indian Country. Trump’s planned Choctaw Nation rally will be the latest

President Donald Trump is holding a campaign rally in the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
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Remnants of Hurricane Polo Cause Widespread Flooding and Evacuations Across New Mexico

Remnants of Hurricane Polo Cause Widespread Flooding and Evacuations Across New Mexico

The remnants of Hurricane Polo have brought widespread rain and flooding across New Mexico, leading to emergencies, evacuations, and significant infrastructure damage. Southern New Mexico, particularly the Rincon Valley, was severely impacted, with evacuations ordered for towns including Hatch, Rincon, Salem, and Garfield. Concerns have been raised about the potential collapse of the McLeod dam. Roswell Mayor Timothy Jennings expressed worries that rapid, heavy rainfall could overwhelm the city's drainage system if three inches fall quickly, as the city lacks the channel capacity to handle such volumes. Other areas, including Northwest Albuquerque, Rio Rancho, and parts of the Four Corners region, have also experienced road closures, pooling, and infrastructure damage, such as a collapsed road in San Juan County and a growing hole along a dirt road in Rio Rancho. The New Mexico National Guard has been deployed to assist with flood preparations.
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Data center bill falls short in Senate as lawmakers take final votes before the midterms

Data center bill falls short in Senate as lawmakers take final votes before the midterms

The Senate has failed to advance a bill that attempts to address voter worries about data centers and their impact on energy bills
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Trauma charge nurse credits South Plains College for career readiness

Trauma charge nurse credits South Plains College for career readiness

Tending to severe medical cases as a trauma charge nurse is a responsibility Bret Jett fulfills using the skills and values she gained at SPC.