By Kevin Hendricks Eric Masterson, the current Sandoval County Fire and Rescue Chief, has been appointed as the new deputy county manager. The Sandoval County Board of County Commissioners approved the appointment at its April 9 meeting with Masterson’s term set to begin on April 12. “This position will allow me to continue to serve […]

By Kevin Hendricks and Jesse Jones Local law enforcement is seeking public assistance in identifying a deceased woman discovered two years ago under a bridge in the Cibola National Forest, now known as “Sandoval Star.” On April 18, 2023, Placitas residents found the woman’s remains partially submerged in a creek under a bridge off Route […]

Submitted by Kenneth and Kathleen DeHoff, Bad Coyote Farm The recent defeat of the ACD and the engagement of Corralenos on the comprehensive plan update have shown that our community is adept at intelligently addressing issues that affect us all.  An issue that I believe many of us are aware of, but which is typically […]

By Jesse Jones Corraleño artists took center stage at the April 8 Village Council meeting, expressing disappointment over the surprise rejection of the Arts and Culture District plan and urging officials to reconsider the proposal. The meeting also included updates on infrastructure projects, legislative news from Rep. Kathleen Cates, a liquor license transfer and discussed […]

By Kevin Hendricks In a pair of town hall meetings last week, U.S. Rep. Melanie Stansbury issued a strong warning about the current state of American democracy, urging constituents to take action against what she describes as unprecedented challenges under the current administration.  Addressing a large audience in La Entrada Park in Corrales, Stansbury, a […]

By Kevin Hendricks A controversial proposal to establish an Arts and Culture District (ACD) in Corrales was voted down by the Village Council on March 25. The 4-2 decision came after months of debate and public opposition to the plan, which was spearheaded by Corrales MainStreet. The ACD Economic Development Plan, which had been in […]

By Kevin Hendricks The Sandoval County Commission honored women’s achievements during a proclamation ceremony on March 12, celebrating Women’s History Month. The official resolution highlighted the critical roles women have played in shaping the county and nation. Commissioner Katherine Bruch noted that women currently represent 45% of county staff, 60% of elected officials and over […]

Dozens of protesters gathered Thursday afternoon to voice their anger at Elon Musk in front to a Tesla dealership near the intersection of route 550 and 528 in Bernalillo, New Mexico. Photo by Roberto E. Rosales / City Desk Abq By Kevin Hendricks Two Sandoval County groups combined forces on March 13 to hold a […]

By Kevin Hendricks Happy birthday, Sandoval County. Sandoval County was founded on March 10, 1903. 122 years and two days later, elected officials, first responders, county residents and employees gathered at the Sandoval County Administration Building in Bernalillo to celebrate before the March 12 commission meeting. Sandoval County Commission Chair Michael Meek kicked off the […]

By Kevin Hendricks Cindy Nava made history in November when she was elected to the New Mexico state legislature, becoming the first former undocumented person and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipient to be elected to a public office in America.  Since then, Nava has racked up a few more accolades.  Nava, a Bernalillo […]