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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two years after 82-year-old Juneanne Fannell was shot in her Rio Rancho home by her caretaker, her estate filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the Rio Rancho Police Department—along with the city and Adult Protective Services—for ignoring clear warning signs, while Cardana pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter and is serving a six-year sentence. KOAT
- ➤ On Tuesday, New Mexico State Police responded to a shooting at 5 Prairie Hill Road in Las Vegas when a verbal argument between 20 year old Trevor Szalai and 21 year old Cody Ramone escalated, resulting in Szalai being fatally shot & Ramone being arrested on second degree murder charges as police said the investigation remains ongoing. KKOB
- ➤ Two Albuquerque men and a Mexican national were sentenced to federal prison for a 2023 smuggling attempt that ended with a crash which killed two migrants in southern New Mexico. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ The Albuquerque Police Department arrested a suspect after a stabbing on April 4th at Jim McDowell Road near Atrisco Vista Boulevard NW — the victim sustained only superficial injuries. KOAT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Contemporary dance company BODYTRAFFIC traveled from Los Angeles to perform at Popejoy Hall on April 4. Artistic Director Tina Finkelman Berkett led the group — founded in 2007 to mix ballet, contemporary, modern, Afro-Cuban and hip-hop styles to expand Albuquerque’s dance scene. New Mexico Daily Lobo
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNM departments are hosting The Real Flex conference on violence prevention on Tuesday, April 8 from 8:30 a.m. — 5 p.m. in the Student Union Building, inviting students, alumni, staff and faculty to join workshops, survivor panels and discussions on bystander intervention and toxic masculinity. University of New Mexico
- ➤ University Libraries will host National Library Week from April 6–12 to celebrate how libraries support learning by offering books, digital resources and creative programming. The event invites community members to explore services such as Ask A Librarian Chat Services and Interlibrary Loan. University of New Mexico
- ➤ Recent research in Albuquerque shows that most high school and college students are unprepared to manage their money—putting them at risk of debt and poor credit—and financial literacy educator Matias Fontenla says schools should begin teaching money management in high school and continue through college. KOAT
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Heirloom Grains and Sourdough Workshop
11:30 p.m. — 4920 Rio Grande Blvd NW — Cost not specified — Learn about heritage grains and create your own rye sourdough starter.
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Healers Garden Hops Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Old Town Herbal — Refunds available up to 7 days before — Explore the medicinal benefits of hops and leave with your own jar of vinegar based hops bitters.
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Lunar Vacation
7-9:30 p.m. — Launchpad — All ages welcome — Enjoy an evening of music and entertainment under the moonlight.
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New Mexico United vs. North Carolina FC
7-11 p.m. — Isotopes Park — Tickets starting from $21 — Catch the exciting match as New Mexico United faces off against North Carolina FC.
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Military Veterans Meetup
2-4 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Free entry — A supportive space for veterans to share experiences and build friendships.
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New Mexico Photographer Community Round-Up
6-8 p.m. — Sawmill Market — Free entry — Connect with photographers from various genres in a vibrant community gathering.
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Santana: Oneness 2025 Tour
6:00 PM — Isleta Amphitheater — Tickets from $56 — Experience the legendary Santana live with a blend of rock, jazz, and Latin rhythms.
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Great New Mexico Food Truck & Craft Beer Festival
12-5 p.m. — Balloon Fiesta Park — Cost varies — Dive into the flavors of the Southwest with a variety of food trucks and craft beers.
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Duke City Pedaler | Sawmill Pub Crawl
12-2:30 p.m. — TourABQ — Drinks not included — Enjoy a fun, eco-friendly ride through Albuquerque's vibrant pub scene on a party bike.
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Fozzy 25th Anniversary Tour
6:30-10 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — $25-$75 — Celebrate 25 years of Fozzy with special guests Liliac and The Nocturnal Affair.
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