George Willis News
Domestic Violence Resource Center 'provides advocacy' for victims
By George Willis | Oct 29, 2022
The Domestic Violence Resource Center is using Domestic Violence awareness month to advise the public about the resources available to those looking to escape domestic violence.
Albuquerque vintage shop stocked for Halloween: 'They are either going to be custom-made or a true vintage piece'
By George Willis | Oct 28, 2022
An Albuquerque vintage shop is ready to meet the demand for last-minute Halloween costumes.
Farmington's renovated Totah Theater ready: 'It is what I would describe as an asset'
By George Willis | Oct 27, 2022
Farmington's Totah Theater is ready to host movies and special events again after a renovation that has turned the historic building into a state-of-the-art venue.
Transuranic waste project continues 'important national mission' under Carlsbad salt deposits
By George Willis | Oct 27, 2022
A seven-room section carved out of the underground salt deposits near Carlsbad, New Mexico, has become the final resting place for transuranic waste.
Health officials issue warning to get flu, COVID vaccines: 'Now is not the time to suffer from vaccine fatigue'
By George Willis | Oct 27, 2022
State and local medical officials are concerned about the low percentage of New Mexicans who have received their Omicron booster shots and flu vaccines.
Electric mobile carts helping feed New Mexico high school students
By George Willis | Oct 27, 2022
Electric mobile carts are being used at New Mexico schools to get food to students during breakfast and lunch.
USDA to waive cost-sharing requirements for wildfire victims: 'Families deserve relief'
By George Willis | Oct 26, 2022
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Lujan announced last week that the U.S. Department of Agriculture will waive cost-sharing requirements for New Mexico farmers and ranchers impacted by the recent wildfires.
Ex-manager of Luna Mansion: 'I see things that aren’t supposed to happen'
By George Willis | Oct 26, 2022
The Luna Mansion in Los Lunas closed these days, but that hasn’t stopped its reputation for being a haunted house.
Santa Fe-area RV campground makes national list for haunted reputation
By George Willis | Oct 26, 2022
An RV campground in New Mexico has made the list of ghostly getaways in the National Travel Blog.
Issues facing Albuquerque PD are 'going around nationwide'
By George Willis | Oct 25, 2022
Albuquerque Police Department Chief Harold Medina returned from a conference in Dallas recently with the understanding that his department isn’t the only law enforcement agency facing difficult issues.
Pilot program looks to reduce time before cases go to trial: 'It’s much more organized'
By George Willis | Oct 25, 2022
A pilot program to reduce the time it takes for a criminal case to go to trial is being tested in the 8th judicial district.
Keller says International District Harvest Market will 'generate more positive activity.'
By George Willis | Oct 24, 2022
The International District Harvest Market celebrated its grand opening recently, ready to be used for micro-businesses, community events and fairs.
Retired Albuquerque firefighter still documents job through social media: Your FD is 'busy and they're working hard'
By George Willis | Oct 24, 2022
A retired firefighter is using social media to show the public what local firefighters encounter on a nightly basis.
APS executive director on Silver Leaf Farms partnership: 'Silver Leaf has given us a great opportunity to have fresh salad greens'
By George Willis | Oct 24, 2022
Albuquerque Public Schools partnered with Silver Leaf Farms in Corrales to provide a year-round treat for students.
Artist, students collaborate on Albuquerque mural with message to prevent gun violence
By George Willis | Oct 23, 2022
Artist Warren Montoya and students at RFK Charter Middle School in Albuquerque have collaborated on a work of art aimed at preventing gun violence in New Mexico.
Albuquerque mayor wants 5,000 units by 2025 to help with housing crisis
By George Willis | Oct 23, 2022
The City of Albuquerque is looking to create 5,000 housing units by 2025 to help fight the city’s housing shortage.
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APD issues warning about app being used to sell drugs: 'Be focused on any medium kids are using'
By George Willis | Oct 22, 2022
Telegram, an app that has been around since 2013, is being used to sell drugs in New Mexico, APD officials said during a recent summit on the fentanyl crisis.
La Familia Growers Market remains popular in South Valley
By George Willis | Oct 22, 2022
The La Familia Growers Market continues to be a popular destination in the South Valley.
Works by homeless artists prove they're 'capable of doing amazing things.'
By George Willis | Oct 21, 2022
Art pieces made by someone who has experienced homelessness were showcased at Albuquerque’s Civic Plaza last week.
Family says paralyzed dog 'has fulfilled our lives and the love that we all feel.'
By George Willis | Oct 21, 2022
Wanda was hit in her spine by a bullet in January but was welcomed into the Thatcher family in March where she serves as a devoted pet to her owners.