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Frank Smith. (Courtesy photo)

Opinion & Analysis, Sandoval County

Opinion: It’s time for Sandoval County to adopt an independent redistricting commission

by Guest Commentary in NMPR 7 days ago

Horse lovers can now grab tickets to the 2026 Horseshoes & Heels Gala, the annual fundraiser keeping rescued and rehabilitated horses fed, trained and cared for at the Stables at Tamaya. (Courtesy photo)

+Arts & Culture, Sandoval County

Tickets On Sale for Tamaya’s Horseshoes & Heels Gala Benefiting Rescued Horses

by Kevin Hendricks 7 days ago

Randy Brokeshoulder, who carries Hopi, Navajo and Absentee Shawnee heritage, works from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 2, finishing each figure with natural pigments, yarn, feathers and horsehair. (Courtesy photo)

+Arts & Culture, Sandoval County

Hopi carver turns cottonwood root into art at Coronado Historic Site Aug. 2

by Kevin Hendricks 7 days ago

The Rio Rancho Police Department confirmed officers are practicing active shooter response tactics on campus, working alongside paramedic crews to rapidly mitigate threats if a real one ever emerges.

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

Police presence at Rio Rancho High School? Just training, officials say

by Kevin Hendricks 7 days ago

A state judge has ordered Sandoval County to redraw its commission district boundaries, ruling the county's 2021 map failed to consult tribal nations and didn't give Native American and Hispanic voters an equal say.

Local Government, Sandoval County

Sandoval County rejects redistricting ruling, says current maps are legal

by Kevin Hendricks 7 days ago

Rio Rancho City Hall. (Kevin Hendricks)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

New District 4 councilor, final FY2027 budget approval on tap for Rio Rancho’s Thursday meeting

by Kevin Hendricks 7 days ago

A Rio Rancho woman fired a gun at her partner during a domestic argument early April 18, police say — leaving bullet holes in two homes and her children inside.

Courts, Justice & Safety, NM.news, Rio Rancho

Fewer crimes, more tickets: Inside the RRPD’s 2025 Annual Report

by Kevin Hendricks 1 week ago

Khalil Lorando, the 11-year-old CEO of Kyreeze Lemonade, manages orders at a recent community event. Lorando balances school with his growing business, saving his earnings to purchase a Jeep Wrangler by age 16.

Food & Drink, Rio Rancho

Squeezing success: How an 11-year-old turned a lemonade stand into a legit business

by Tristen Critchfield 1 week ago

Sandoval County Commission

Local Government, Sandoval County

Sandoval County commissioners to weigh $34.4M in bond asks, ethics overhaul and a new assessor Wednesday

by Kevin Hendricks 1 week ago

Juan Escobar and his son, Andrew, are pictured together before his disappearance. (Courtesy photo)

Courts, Justice & Safety, Rio Rancho

After three years of searching, Rio Rancho father reunited with son

by juliannmnews 1 week agoJuly 20, 2026