News from March 2022
City of Santa Fe Library Board met March 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 29, 2022
City of Santa Fe Library Board met Tuesday, March 15.
City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met March 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 29, 2022
City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, March 15.
Balloonists to return to Albuquerque skies: 'The real winners are the hundreds of thousands of visitors'
By George Willis | Mar 28, 2022
Thousands of balloonists will fly the skies in Albuquerque this year when the International Balloon Festival returns to its pre-pandemic glory.
Albuquerque schools see large drop in enrollment during pandemic
By George Willis | Mar 28, 2022
Enrollment in Albuquerque Public Schools has been declining annually for several years. But an annual loss of about 2,000 students due to various circumstances more than doubled during the pandemic, creating a $17.5 million budget shortfall that must be addressed.
Accused killer released on house arrest
By George Willis | Mar 28, 2022
A Santa Fe man charged for killing a fellow city employee will be released on house arrest to prepare for his upcoming trial. Karl Rougemont was released to his parents to stay in their home where he’ll wear an ankle monitor to detect his location.
In bid for New Mexico state rep seat, Bernal's 'inspiration comes from me not seeing things getting done in my home'
By George Willis | Mar 28, 2022
Danny Bernal Jr. might be young, but he has plenty of energy that he hopes to use as New Mexico’s youngest state representative.
Joye 'honored' to be named Santa Fe's top cop
By George Willis | Mar 28, 2022
Paul Joye began a career in public safety to serve and protect. He'll do that at the highest level after being named the new chief of the Santa Fe Police Department.
City of Santa Fe Buckman Direct Diversion Board met March 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 28, 2022
City of Santa Fe Buckman Direct Diversion Board met Tuesday, March 15.
City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met March 7
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 28, 2022
City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, March 7.
‘I am grateful’: Manriquez appointed to cybersecurity position
By John Kelly | Mar 27, 2022
A new senior advisor for cybersecurity and critical infrastructure has been appointed in New Mexico.
Santa Fe Parks’ McDonald: Feedback on parks’ improvements to help ‘in updating our master plan’
By Tamara Browning | Mar 27, 2022
The City of Santa Fe welcomes public input to identify priorities in improving city parks.
Enjoy a bike tour, art exhibit, or live music next week in ABQ
By Julie Giyer | Mar 26, 2022
Enjoy a bike tour, art exhibit, or live music next week in ABQ
Join a painting class or restaurant walking tour next week in Santa Fe
By Julie Giyer | Mar 26, 2022
Join a painting class or restaurant walking tour next week in Santa Fe
Chasey: New bill could 'reduce trauma [in] children,' provide legal help for families
By George Willis | Mar 26, 2022
A new bill signed by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (D-N.M.) should help facilitate legal representation to children, parents, and guardians in child abuse and neglect cases.
New Mexico distributes $100 million to residents 'who need help paying for rent and utilities'
By David Beasley | Mar 26, 2022
The state of New Mexico distributed more than $100 million to help residents pay rent and utility bills during the COVID-19 pandemic, KRQE reported.
Spirit Airlines to begin ABQ-Vegas service: 'We’re committed to serving you'
By Glenn Minnis | Mar 26, 2022
Starting in August, Spirit Airlines will offer daily service to Las Vegas, Nev., joining Albuquerque Sunport in offering such regular service.
Upcoming Nolan movie filming in New Mexico, ‘employing thousands of New Mexicans’
By John Kelly | Mar 26, 2022
The New Mexico Film Office confirmed that the new feature movie “Oppenheimer” is currently being filmed in the state.
SEC proposes climate report requirements to provide reliable information for 'informed investment decisions'
By Karla Florez | Mar 26, 2022
The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) presented a proposal March 21 that would require U.S companies to submit a climate report.