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Albuquerque
Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rio Rancho will host its first-ever Pride celebration on June 6 at Haynes Park; organizers aim for a free + family-friendly event with food trucks, vendors and live entertainment to mark a new chapter for Pride in Sandoval County. Sandoval Signpost
- ➤ Rio Rancho will host the 21st annual NM Shamrock Shuffle on Sunday, March 15 at the Aquatic Center near Loma Colorado Park, with packet pickup Saturday from 11 a.m. Other events include art exhibitions, library talks, and live comedy & music shows at local venues. Sandoval Signpost
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Scientists at the New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science said Thursday a dinosaur tibia found near Navajo Nation belongs to an early T. rex ancestor that roamed 74-75 million years ago (first excavated in 1997, it closely matches a T. rex ankle). The finding will support future research. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ At UNM's central campus, UNM Food and Aramark Collegiate Hospitality launched Fare Share, an initiative that lets Lobos pay what they can for a meal while extra funds boost the Lobo Food Pantry + build campus support for those facing food insecurity. University of New Mexico
- ➤ University of New Mexico President Garnett S. Stokes will host a fireside chat with UNM alum Mark Woodbury and present the 2025 Architecture+Planning Distinguished Alumni Award on Wednesday, Mar. 25 from 11 a.m. to 12 noon at Garcia Honda Auditorium (in George Pearl Hall on campus). University of New Mexico
- ➤ New Mexico education leaders plan to introduce a civics diploma seal to recognize high school seniors who excel in community engagement and civics coursework. Leaders will meet today at the University of New Mexico Civics Symposium to discuss the proposal, which may be considered by lawmakers next year. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ UNM Ph.D. student Jegason Diviant is researching AI misinformation's impact on public health in Albuquerque while advising schools to integrate AI literacy to prepare students for future work—his work grew from observing misinformation during Hurricane Helene in 2024 and the COVID-19 pandemic. University of New Mexico
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Environment officials announced agreements with four Curry County dairies to test groundwater for forever chemicals from Cannon Air Force Base. The state spent $12 million on cleanup & will seek federal reimbursement while helping local dairy farmers protect water quality. Source NM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, NMDOJ is hosting its seventh Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples task force meeting in Acoma at the Sky City Cultural Center from noon through 4 p.m.—law enforcement, tribal leaders, and grassroots groups will share updates while inviting public input on potential legislative changes. KUNM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An Inseparable report from March 12 showed that New Mexico met only 30% of its mental health needs because low provider pay led to longer wait times and forced many to seek out-of-network care. The study found that 144 million Americans live in shortage areas, highlighting a national gap. KUNM
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Tito Torbellino Jr Concert
8 PM — Adios Mama — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of regional music and immerse yourself in the rhythm with Tito Torbellino Jr.
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Abilene Christian Wildcats vs. New Mexico Lobos Baseball
6:00 p.m. — Santa Ana Star Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement as the Wildcats battle the Lobos in a thrilling baseball showdown.
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OhGeesy Live in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Sunshine Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience high-energy hip hop with OhGeesy's signature hits and new tracks in an intimate setting.
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Snow Tha Product Live
8-9:30 p.m. — Perico's Taco's & Burritos at Revel Entertainment Center — Cost info unavailable — Experience Latin GRAMMY-nominated artist Snow Tha Product bring her dynamic performance to Albuquerque.
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The Slackers Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — 21+ only — An evening of live ska music with The Slackers and local favorites.
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Ply-Split Braiding for Basketry
Class duration — Fiber Arts on 4th — Includes materials — Master the art of ply-split braiding for unique basketry creations.
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Jesús Muñoz Flamenco Performance
7:30-8:30 p.m. — Flamenco Works, Inc. — $10 off with a friend — Experience apasionate flamenco fused with American roots in a celebration of love and community.
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Route 66 Centennial Speaker Series
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM — Wheels Museum — Free entry — Discover captivating stories from the history of Route 66 during this informative monthly speaker series.
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Jaime French Live Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Hyena's Comedy Nightclub — Tickets available — Experience the comedic brilliance of Jaime French, a dynamic performer reshaping the comedy scene.
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AMP Concerts: Cassie and Maggie
12-1 p.m. — Erna Fergusson Public Library — Free entry — Experience the enchanting folk harmonies of JUNO-nominated sisters Cassie and Maggie as they blend tradition with innovation.
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