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The Town of Edgewood is drafting an ordinance to restrict large grass areas and regulate future golf course development as officials grapple with declining water resources in the semi-arid region.

Edgewood, Local Gov.

Edgewood considers water conservation ordinance targeting large grass areas, golf courses

by Kevin Hendricks September 24, 2025

Moriarty Mayor Brandon Webb resigned from office during a special city council meeting Monday night, citing ongoing political opposition and frustration with what he called constant resistance to his reform efforts.

Local Gov., Sandoval County, Westside

Moriarty mayor resigns amid city’s financial crisis

by Kevin Hendricks September 24, 2025September 25, 2025

During raids in January, federal agents seized more than 8,500 pounds of marijuana and found 10 Chinese nationals working illegally Dineh Benally's Estancia operation. (Roberto E. Rosales)

Courts, Justice & Safety, Housing & Homelessness, Westside

Dineh Benally pleads guilty in Estancia marijuana scheme, using illegal Chinese workers

by Kevin Hendricks September 24, 2025September 25, 2025

Police records from the investigation into a 2-year-old girl's death at an Edgewood AutoZone parking lot in August reveal new details about the incident, including that no charges have been filed despite safety violations and the father's admission that he left the scene.

Courts, Justice & Safety, Edgewood

Police records reveal new details in 2-year-old’s parking lot death in Edgewood

by Kevin Hendricks September 17, 2025

The Sandia Crest House sits atop the Sandia Mountains. (Courtesy photo)

Edgewood, Local Gov.

Edgewood Commission approves letter supporting preservation of Sandia Crest House

by Kevin Hendricks September 16, 2025

New Mexico outdoor recreation businesses can compete for $15,000 in cash prizes through the state's newly expanded Adventure Pitch Fest, officials announced Wednesday.

General Interest, Sandoval County

New Mexico launches $15,000 Adventure Pitch Fest for outdoor recreation businesses

by Kevin Hendricks August 28, 2025August 28, 2025

State Land Commissioner Stephanie Garcia Richard at the groundbreaking of a community solar project in Valencia County.

Housing & Homelessness, Sandoval County

New Mexico Land Office proposes updated geothermal leasing rules

by Kevin Hendricks August 28, 2025August 30, 2025

U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján has secured more than $12 million in federal funding for New Mexico projects focused on health care, workforce training and education through a committee-approved spending bill for fiscal year 2026.

Congress & Federal Gov., Sandoval County

Sen. Lujan: Trump Administration retreats from pharmaceutical tariffs after warning

by Kevin Hendricks August 28, 2025August 30, 2025

The New Mexico State Fair is now accepting applications for one of its most popular culinary competitions: the Original Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge

Housing & Homelessness, Sandoval County

New Mexico State Fair sets lineup for Green Chile Cheeseburger Challenge, Unique Foods Contest

by Kevin Hendricks August 28, 2025August 28, 2025

Castelion

Local Gov., Sandoval County

Prepare for launch

by Kevin Hendricks August 28, 2025August 28, 2025