Good morning, Albuquerque.

Valencia County officials have ordered evacuations near Rio Communities because a rapidly spreading bosque fire is burning south of the town—live video is airing on Sky 7.

The University of New Mexico Board of Regents approved a project to install four automated security gates on Central Ave. campus entrances starting in May.

Gates will close from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. and cost $1.43 million+ from plant reserves, with completion by September.

At UNM, the Outdoor Adventure Center gives students hands-on work experience and real-world skills through programs like the Lobo Bike Shop and scuba diving excursions — a living, learning lab at 2400 Redondo Drive NE that promotes outdoor safety and community.

Garnett Stokes, the first woman to serve as UNM president, delivered her farewell address yesterday — she thanked faculty, staff and students as she announced she will retire in July once a project wraps up by April next year.

Albuquerque Public Schools announced that Alvaro Ramazzini resigned as principal at Corrales K-8 on Thursday, Mar.

19. Craig Robinson has been named interim site administrator for the rest of the school year while a search for a permanent leader begins (APS).

Today is set for record high temperatures with highs in the upper 80s and a warm morning low that may break records; tomorrow is expected to be even hotter while strong winds on Friday will push cooler air into Albuquerque (gusts over 40 mph likely).

Albuquerque City Council unanimously denied a zoning appeal from the Pueblos of Santa Clara and Laguna and a local coalition to stop Jubilee Development’s planned 238-unit complex next to Petroglyph National Monument on March 16.

The decision allows construction to move forward.

The Center for Biological Diversity asked FERC to re-check a $400M stock sale between TXNM Energy and Blackstone after state regulators began investigating whether the transfer violated law (its Monday filing raised questions about federal approval).

Kristin Varela is the first woman chief investment officer for the State Investment Council, tasked with managing New Mexico's $71 billion sovereign wealth fund.

Appointed Tuesday, she will start her role on June 8 — using her local roots and extensive finance expertise to guide the fund through volatile markets.

Tuesday, Albuquerque opened a $17 million homeless youth center at a renovated motel on San Mateo and Cutler NE for 18-24-year-olds.

Operated by Youth Development Inc., the facility will house 41 residents in phase one and expand to 91 while offering life skills and job training (gifts celebrated the launch).

Drivers traveling between Albuquerque and Santa Fe will face delays on I-25 for two weeks due to maintenance work.

Crews will reduce lanes; southbound work begins today between mile markers 264 and 250 and shifts northbound next week (9 a.m. to 3 p.m.).

A New Mexico jury ruled yesterday that Meta violated state law by hiding risks that harmed children’s mental health.

The verdict in Santa Fe County followed a nearly seven-week trial and counted thousands of violations toward a $375 million penalty.

Ply-Split Braiding for Basketry

Class duration — Fiber Arts on 4th — Includes materials — Master the art of ply-split braiding for unique basketry creations.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Rabbit Run

9-11 a.m. — Los Poblanos Fields Open Space — Cost info not available — Participate in the lively 5th annual Rabbit Run this Easter weekend.

Saintseneca Live Performance

7-9:30 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — Ticket info not provided — Experience the intriguing blend of metaphysics and rock and roll with the new Saintseneca album.

Curren$y Live in Concert

9 PM – 12 AM — Backstage at Revel — Tickets starting at $120 — Experience a night of unforgettable music with Curren$y in Albuquerque.

Saturdays At Your Place: Retirement Party

6:30-9:00 p.m. — The Historic El Rey Theater — All Ages — Celebrate a retirement with Kerosene Heights and enjoy an evening of music.