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Lomas Encantadas neighbors want the city to slam the brakes on a plan for the city to sell a part of their neighborhood park to a developer who plans to build more than 50 apartments and shops. The Planning and Zoning Board is scheduled to take up the issue at 6 p.m. Tuesday night. (Courtesy photo)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Controversial Lomas Encantadas vote postponed amid heated exchange and councilor apology

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 28, 2026

County Manager Wayne Johnson delivered Sandoval County's first formal State of the County address since 2020 Wednesday, using a "Six Years of Progress" slide deck to argue the county is "stronger, safer" than in July 2020 — and pitching the report itself as a new annual tradition.

Local Government, Sandoval County

‘Stronger, safer’: Johnson’s first State of the County touts six years of gains

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 24, 2026

Drivers heading south on Western Hills Drive will have to take the long way around starting Monday, when the city closes the southbound lanes between Southern and Cabezon boulevards for a $2.3 million rebuild.

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Southbound and down: Western Hills lanes close Monday for $2.3M rebuild

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 24, 2026

Mayor Paul Wymer and the Governing Body meet at 3:30 p.m. Sept. 24 for a special work session, according to the city's agenda. On the list are an update on the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan, the 2026-2027 planning calendar, and goals for City Manager Matt Geisel.

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Are we there yet? Rio Rancho leaders check the map on the city’s five-year road trip

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 23, 2026September 23, 2026

Rio Rancho City Hall. (Kevin Hendricks)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Wine not? Rio Rancho council to decide whether a Northern Meadows home can uncork a licensed winery

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 23, 2026

Commissioners will vote on their intent to issue industrial revenue bonds for two battery storage projects on Exus Renewables North America land. Encino Storage LLC would build up to 110 megawatts, backed by up to $280 million in bonds. TAG II Storage LLC would build up to 90 megawatts in Rio Rancho Estates, backed by up to $230 million.

Local Government, Sandoval County

Fully charged: Sandoval County to weigh battery farm bonds, bridge fix and road cash

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 22, 2026

Superintendent Robert Dodd and three top administrators introduced the proposed name, Horizon 2040, at last week’s school board meeting. The plan would run from 2027 to 2032 while looking ahead to the Class of 2040, today's 4-year-olds in early childhood programs.

Education, Rio Rancho

RRPS wants your input on ‘Horizon 2040,’ a five-year plan to become NM’s top district

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 22, 2026

Lomas Encantadas neighbors want the city to slam the brakes on a plan for the city to sell a part of their neighborhood park to a developer who plans to build more than 50 apartments and shops. The Planning and Zoning Board is scheduled to take up the issue at 6 p.m. Tuesday night. (Courtesy photo)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Lomas Encantadas residents push back against proposed development that could take away part of their neighborhood park

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 21, 2026September 21, 2026

Rio Rancho drivers tired of squeezing through Northern Boulevard's current lanes will get their first look at the finished expansion design during a virtual public meeting Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 6 p.m.

Local Government, Rio Rancho

Northern Boulevard’s four-lane makeover hits 99% design — but the orange cones are still years out

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 16, 2026

Rio Rancho's automated license plate reader network has grown to 19 cameras citywide, and police say the system — all of it run through vendor Flock Safety — is paying off in stolen vehicle recoveries and arrests. (Roberto E. Rosales)

Local Government, Rio Rancho

‘Every stop is a lawsuit waiting to happen’: Residents again press council to ax Flock cameras

by Kevin Hendricks, Editor September 15, 2026