Morning
Albuquerque
Monday, February 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 10th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bike lanes are set to be added along Central Avenue in Downtown, with associated lane closures for the painting process. Albuquerque Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Akilan Sankaran, a senior at Albuquerque Academy, was recognized as a top 40 finalist in the Regeneron STS competition for his innovative research project exploring the behavior of water drops. KOAT
- ➤ A seventh-grade history teacher at James Monroe Middle School in Albuquerque introduces students to the history of Blackdom, a town established by Black sharecroppers in New Mexico, during Black History Month. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ Barbara Brown Simmons, a pioneering advocate for equal rights and racial equality, was the first Black woman to graduate from the University of New Mexico School of Law and the first to join the New Mexico State Bar, significantly shaping the university’s approach to civil rights during the 1960s. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ At the University of New Mexico, Assistant Coach Tarvish Felton and Director of Player Development Isaiah Fernandez discuss the influence of Black History Month on athletics and the role of sports in creating opportunities and shaping future generations. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ Black students at the University of New Mexico have historically engaged in protests to advocate for justice and equality, challenging racist practices and policies from 1969 to recent Black Lives Matter demonstrations. New Mexico Daily Lobo
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ University of New Mexico lineman Richard Pearce shares the importance of family, aspirations for the NFL, and the significance of Black history in his life. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ Five exceptional Black athletes from UNM's history excelled in their sports, achieving national recognition and contributing significantly to the university's athletic legacy. New Mexico Daily Lobo
TRAVEL NEWS
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Albuquerque Speed Dating for Singles in Their 30s and 40s
An organized speed dating event offering singles the opportunity to meet potential matches in a relaxed environment.
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Ballet Folklorico de Mexico: De Amalia Hernandez
Ballet Folklorico de Mexico, founded by Amalia Hernandez, showcases the rich traditions of Mexican dance through a repertoire that celebrates diverse folk music and regional costumes.
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Free Seminar on Senior Planning
This seminar offers essential insights for seniors and their families from experienced senior care advisors.
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Jordan World Circus: A Fun-Filled Family Show
The Jordan World Circus presents a thrilling 90-minute performance featuring a variety of circus acts suitable for family audiences.
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VR New Mexico: Exploring New Horizons in Virtual Reality
This event introduces Chuck as the new organizer of VR New Mexico, focusing on evolving the group with fresh ideas in virtual and augmented reality, while encouraging community input.
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Destroy Lonely: FOREVER TOUR at Revel Entertainment
Destroy Lonely will perform as part of the FOREVER TOUR at Revel Entertainment in Albuquerque.
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Opera Southwest Presents: Del Monte's Llantos 1492
Experience the soulful performance of 'Llantos 1492' by Opera Southwest at the National Hispanic Cultural Center in Albuquerque.
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The Prairie Desert Band Live at Canteen Brewhouse
The Prairie Desert Band, known for their unique blend of Americana and Country, will perform live at Canteen Brewhouse.
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Preservation Hall Jazz Band Performance
Experience the vibrant sounds of New Orleans as the Preservation Hall Jazz Band presents a living history of jazz music.
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Walking Through History Tour at Wheels Museum
Explore the Wheels Museum, which showcases the history of transportation in New Mexico, during a guided walking tour led by the Albuquerque Historical Society.
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