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Special Collections Library listed on National Register of Historic Places

By ABQ Times | Sep 18, 2024

The Public Library of Albuquerque/BernCo has announced that the Special Collections Library has been officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places as of August 9, 2024. This recognition underscores the building’s significant contribution to the cultural and architectural heritage of Albuquerque.

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UNM medical student Andrea Howard wins MLB Home Run Derby

By ABQ Times | Sep 18, 2024

Andrea Howard, a second-year student at The University of New Mexico School of Medicine and a former Olympian, exemplifies the pursuit of excellence both academically and athletically. On Friday, August 23rd, Howard's team secured the MLB Home Run Derby X (HRDX) championship trophy at Isotopes Park. The team, including former Washington Nationals star Ryan Zimmerman and current UNM Lobo sophomore baseball player Gene Trujillo, demonstrated exceptional skill and teamwork. Howard stood out by scoring 10 points in the semifinals and an impressive 16 points in the finals,...

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UNM-Gallup student turns pandemic hobby into associate degree

By ABQ Times | Sep 18, 2024

GALLUP, N.M. — Emergency medical services graduate Raquel Martinez returned to The University of New Mexico-Gallup to take a welding class to de-stress from work, but her new hobby led to an associate degree in welding and a massive metal sculpture.

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Podcast examines impact of microplastics on human health

By ABQ Times | Sep 18, 2024

It’s (Probably Not) Rocket Science (IPNRS) has launched its second season with a focus on microplastics. The episode, titled “Everything You Should Know About Microplastics,” discusses recent research from The University of New Mexico, revealing significant findings about microplastics in the human body.

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APD arrests two suspects overnight for auto theft

By ABQ Times | Sep 18, 2024

The Albuquerque Police Department arrested two offenders overnight on auto theft charges, one involving a city-owned bait vehicle.

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UNM's PAÍS building enhances STEM education through GO Bond funding

By ABQ Times | Sep 18, 2024

In 2016, the University of New Mexico's (UNM) 60-year-old Physics & Astronomy building was deemed inadequate for high-end research. The building lacked modern teaching facilities and had heating and cooling issues that impacted temperature-sensitive research. Located on Lomas Boulevard, across from the main campus, students had to cross a busy road to attend classes, and vibrations from passing vehicles disrupted laser-based research.

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UNM postdoc delves into orbital homeostasis using control theory

By ABQ Times | Sep 17, 2024

Most days for Rosalyn Devonport are spent in her office working on advanced and abstract math problems, interspersed with computer programming. If she’s having a particularly stimulating day, coffee with a friend is one of her first stopping points. “You’d be surprised by how much advanced math is done over a freshly brewed cup of coffee,” she noted.

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Fly mask aids ABQ BioPark rhino with allergy relief

By ABQ Times | Sep 17, 2024

An animal at the BioPark Zoo has donned a new accessory. Guests may see Bertha, a Southern white rhinoceros, wearing a fly mask. The use of the fly mask is completely voluntary, and through extensive desensitization training, Bertha has allowed trusted keepers to put on and remove the fly mask for her care.

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Bilingual art exhibit explores immigration through student-created doors

By ABQ Times | Sep 17, 2024

Albuquerque Museum presents Puertas fronterizas / Border Doors, a bilingual exhibition running from October 5, 2024, to May 4, 2025. The exhibition aims to showcase how education fosters understanding and inspires new perspectives.

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UNM partners with Vets for Pets to aid homeless individuals' pets

By ABQ Times | Sep 17, 2024

The University of New Mexico’s Street Medicine program aims to meet people in the community and provide them with necessary care and resources. Recognizing that individuals living on the streets often have pets needing care, a new partnership has been formed to address this need.

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Sue Foley & The Texas Horns headline Blues Night at Civic Plaza

By ABQ Times | Sep 16, 2024

The 18th Annual New Mexico Jazz Festival, in partnership with the City of Albuquerque, is bringing blues back to downtown's Civic Plaza for a free concert on Saturday, September 21 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Headlining the event is Sue Foley & The Texas Horns. Foley is an award-winning musician and one of the finest blues and roots artists working today.

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UNM College of Nursing leader makes history with academy induction

By ABQ Times | Sep 16, 2024

A leader in The University of New Mexico College of Nursing and a former nurse at UNM Children’s Hospital has made history as the first nurse from New Mexico to be inducted into the Academy of Emergency Nursing. This achievement highlights her work and its impact on the Land of Enchantment and beyond.

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City celebrates four decades of open space preservation

By ABQ Times | Sep 16, 2024

Over the weekend, the City Open Space Division and its partners celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Open Space program at a day-long event at the Open Space Visitor Center. The celebration included a guided Bosque hike, a panel discussion on the Past, Present, and Future of Open Space, music by High Desert Playboys with special guest musicians Dogs on Leash, and other family activities. This milestone honors four decades of dedication and passion while setting the stage for future advancements in preserving Albuquerque’s public lands legacy.

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Kairos Power expands operations in New Mexico creating 100 jobs

By ABQ Times | Sep 16, 2024

Kairos Power LLC, a clean energy technology, engineering, and manufacturing company, is expanding its operations in New Mexico with plans to build three facilities and create 100 jobs. Headquartered in Alameda, California, Kairos Power initially expanded to Albuquerque’s Mesa del Sol community in 2019 for its research and development engineering center to support the commercialization of its advanced reactor technology. The company also has locations in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Albuquerque police arrest teen following street racing incident

By ABQ Times | Sep 16, 2024

The Albuquerque Police Department’s Traffic Unit arrested an 18-year-old Friday night following a street racing event in the southeast part of the city.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Bernalillo County in week ending Sept. 7?

By ABQ Times | Sep 15, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Bernalillo County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former ABQ Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 16?

By ABQ Times | Sep 15, 2024

These former ABQ Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 16.

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ABQ Times area weekly mass times

By ABQ Times | Sep 14, 2024

The following parishes in the ABQ Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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UNM-Taos holds first paramedic graduation ceremony in over 20 years

By ABQ Times | Sep 14, 2024

On Tuesday, Sept. 10, UNM-Taos hosted a paramedic graduation ceremony for the first time in over 20 years. Under the leadership of Josh Wright, director of EMS and chair of health sciences, the program was revived with support from the EMS Academy and UNM-Taos administration to address the need for emergency medical professionals in the community.

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Zero-fare bus rides boost attendance at Winrock Park Market

By ABQ Times | Sep 14, 2024

Today, riders were rewarded with prizes for taking zero-fare transit to the Winrock Park Market to shop with local vendors. City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn, ABQ RIDE, and Winrock Town Center encourage transit ridership whenever possible. Access to Saturday’s market allows for less wait time during construction and eliminates the hassle of busy parking areas ramping up to the holiday season. As an incentive, Saturday’s riders were greeted at the Route 766 bus stop, given gift bags with prizes, and directed to Winrock Park.