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Albuquerque
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KUPR has activated a new solar power backup system at its broadcast studio to keep emergency alerts on during power outages — similar technology will soon be installed at the transmitter site to boost communication for residents in Placitas, a high wildfire-risk area. Sandoval Signpost
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ APS police now monitor campuses using live cameras & drones from the Real-Time Crime Center to speed up responses during emergencies. The new role adds a layer of safety for APS students and staff. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ New Mexico ranks 20th in adult education nationwide per the federal Office of Career and Technical Education—a jump from 50th seven years ago—thanks to skill gains and a $20 million boost for distance learning and workforce programs. State leaders credit teacher support investments for the progress. KUNM
- ➤ Bernalillo Public Schools board passed resolutions Dec. 22 to expand Placitas Elementary to a K-8 school so more students can remain local. Infrastructure upgrades (including a new gym and scoreboards) are underway while state approval is pending. Sandoval Signpost
- ➤ UNM President Garnett Stokes will deliver her annual address in Keller Hall on Monday, March 23 at 11 a.m. to review UNM's achievements and discuss its future with executive leaders (the speech will also be streamed online). University of New Mexico
- ➤ UNM executive chef Franco Lossio won the regional Aramark Culinary Excellence Competition at UNLV and will represent the campus at the national championships in July — a win that brings creative global flavors to campus dining. University of New Mexico
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Officials are finalizing a master plan for the state fairgrounds redevelopment in Northeast Albuquerque, and New Mexico United is considered a candidate to anchor the upgrade as they weigh a proposal for a new sports stadium. Recommendations will be discussed next week — no final decisions have been made yet. KUNM
- ➤ New Mexico's Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples Task Force met Friday in Acoma Pueblo to review funding priorities & to boost forensic testing and support services for affected Indigenous families. Lawmakers urged sustained, year-over-year appropriations to strengthen the state's response plan. Source NM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ David Betts of Mount Washington has developed an app called Talk To Me, Goose that preserves users’ natural voices using AI to convert text into speech. The tool, inspired by a Top Gun line, is free on iPhone and Android and is available now in the U.S. and Canada. KOAT
- ➤ A bobcat that tested positive for rabies was euthanized after attacking several dogs in Sierra County; affected pets are now monitored (for 45 days) as health officials urge residents to vaccinate pets and avoid wild animals. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ State health officials reported on Monday the first rabies case of 2026 when a bobcat bit several dogs in Sierra County. They noted last week’s first plague and hantavirus cases in Santa Fe County and urged pet owners to update vaccinations — a precaution as warmer weather may boost exposure risks. Source NM
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Let’s Talk New Mexico will examine the housing shortage with just 41 affordable homes per 100 low-income residents while rents surged 60% by 2024. The program invites locals to share experiences and ideas on easing building restrictions, airing Thursday, March 19 at 9 a.m. KUNM
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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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Ashes To Amber Live
7:30-11 p.m. — Backstage at Revel — Tickets starting at $75 — Experience the unforgettable performance of Ashes To Amber in Albuquerque.
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