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Albuquerque
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local theatre groups worry that a shift to for-profit management at the KiMo Theatre — a hub for community events — could raise rental fees and restrict access. City officials cancelled a review after one low-scoring bid, and the arts community has started a petition ahead of the theater’s centennial. The Paper.
- ➤ Tamara Righettini left her healthcare career to open Burque Throwdown near Downtown Albuquerque; the studio offers six-week pottery classes and open studio hours to build a vibrant, welcoming community — a creative space designed to inspire everyone. The Paper.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A recent EIA report showed most states had higher electricity prices in December, with New Mexico posting the lowest average bill at $84.23 compared to the national $132.85. Analysts say factors such as demand, weather, and state policies drove the increases. KOAT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNM did not move forward with a 1% tuition increase after regents voted Tuesday to approve a budget draft without the fee jump (avoiding an $86 per undergraduate rise), while university officials plan to seek alternative funding for upcoming projects. KUNM
- ➤ UNM College of Education and Human Sciences will host the in-person Dr. Jane Blumenfeld Lecture Series on Wednesday, Apr. 15 at Travelstead Hall with refreshments starting at 5:30 p.m. & a virtual Zoom option available for the keynote address by Shahla Alai-Rosales from 6 to 7:30 p.m. University of New Mexico
- ➤ APS tests show that eighth-grade math proficiency dropped slightly to 19.2% compared with last year, while sixth and seventh grades saw marginal gains; the district must boost scores by year-end and is rolling out teacher training and new assessment strategies + extra support for historically underserved groups. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ The University of New Mexico will host talk 'Venezuela After Maduro' on April 2 at 3 p.m. in Ortega Hall (Reading Room 335) featuring New York Times correspondent Simon Romero, who will explain Venezuela’s political and economic changes after Maduro’s capture. University of New Mexico
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials announced an extra $20M funding to reclaim dozens of abandoned uranium sites and support legal research to track down past mining operators, following last week's budget signed by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham. The Environment Department began work at four sites to safely remove hazardous waste. Source NM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico has set up a $630,000 treatment equity fund to expand its medical psilocybin program, signed into law by Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on March 10. Health officials said the program will launch by the end of 2026 to serve more low-income and rural patients. Source NM
- ➤ A CDC report on last year’s measles outbreak praised local health officials for clear messaging and 60 mobile vaccination clinics in 11 counties—boosting vaccination rates by 55% as more than 38,000 people got their shots. Health experts call this strategy a blueprint for future public health efforts. Source NM
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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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