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Albuquerque
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sandoval County Animal Care Services received $9,500 on March 27 through the Home 4 the Holidays Initiative and a volunteer donation from Jessica Clark + the funds will support spay/neuter, vaccinations and emergency care for rescued animals. The Paper.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alice the 52 year old elephant escaped her BioPark enclosure Sunday morning, taking a stroll along Main Street before safely returning. Zoo officials reinforced weak fence sections & inspected other areas as welders complete repairs. KOAT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The New Mexico Public Education Department asked the court to approve its final remedial plan for the Yazzie/Martinez equity case today. The state says its plan meets court requirements despite plaintiffs' objections (citing undefined goals and unclear funding) and legal review continues. Source NM
- ➤ UNM’s Museum of Southwestern Biology has named assistant professor Diana Gamba as its new herbarium curator — she brings international research experience from Colombia and the Andes and completed a five-year postdoctoral fellowship, enhancing local botanical study. University of New Mexico
- ➤ Julia Fulghum, a longtime professor and director of ADVANCE at UNM, will retire on June 30 as she hands over her role to Lisa Broidy on July 1. Fulghum spent over 20 years building a strong faculty support system at UNM & will continue advising during retirement. University of New Mexico
- ➤ Lobo Wrapped is now live at the University, offering students a review of their on-campus activities such as library visits, gym check-ins, and meal swipes today. The tool has sparked mixed reactions + some students enjoy the detailed recap while others feel singled out. New Mexico Daily Lobo
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 100 wildland firefighters are containing a 282-acre wildfire on the Mescalero Apache Reservation near Cow Camp Facilities north of Lincoln National Forest after its discovery Thursday with 17% containment by Monday morning — red flag conditions with 40 mph wind gusts are forecast for later this week. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ Water levels in the Rio Grande have dropped to 30% of early March totals, prompting the Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District to rotate irrigation deliveries today for its 11,000 farmers; officials warn that future water is not guaranteed while they monitor snowpack (which might bring a secondary runoff). Sandoval Signpost
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials are closing an 18-acre Bosque area north of Campbell Rd. to remove Jetty Jacks and woody debris for wildfire prevention. The NM Forestry Division will treat 20 acres of a planned 126-acre project this week with more work in fall and spring. The Paper.
- ➤ New Mexico Pueblo governors endorsed draft federal legislation to protect the 107,000-acre Caja del Rio plateau—an area with cultural, environmental and historical importance—when Sen. Martin Heinrich will introduce the bill in April, local leaders said. Source NM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chrissy Baines, who served 23 years with the Isotopes, has been named the new general manager—succeeding John Traub. She will build on the franchise's legacy at Isotopes Park. KOAT
- ➤ At a local Lobo basketball game, a misdirected shot hit Lobo Louie’s costume and revealed he is a man in a suit. University officials confirmed that Lobo Lucy is a real wolf and campus discussion continues. New Mexico Daily Lobo
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Spinning Yarn on a Wheel
9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Fiber Arts on 4th — Check website for cost — Dive into the enchanting craft of spinning yarn and enhance your fiber arts experience.
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NHPA U.S. Open Championship
Apr 10-12 — Mariposa Basin Park — Registration required — Compete in exciting US Open tournaments in the heart of Albuquerque!
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Mental Health Fair
2-6 p.m. — National Hispanic Cultural Center — Free entry — Engage in workshops and activities promoting mental health awareness and resources for all ages.
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2026 Southwest Chocolate & Coffee Fest
3-9 p.m. — Expo New Mexico — Event admission required — Experience the world’s largest festival featuring chocolate, coffee, and gourmet foods with tastings and hands-on classes.
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Twen Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Launchpad — All ages — Experience an electrifying live show from Twen with doors opening at 7 PM.
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Chelsea Handler Live
8-10 p.m. — Kiva Auditorium — Tickets from $63 — Experience an unforgettable live event with comedian Chelsea Handler in Albuquerque.
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