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Albuquerque
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Albuquerque Fire Rescue contained a small bosque fire near Alcalde Place and Tingley Drive last Thursday afternoon as nine units responded at 5:10 p.m. to control the blaze burning about one-fourth of an acre; firefighters had it contained by 7:50 p.m. with no injuries, and the cause is under investigation. KOAT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On May 20, the National Trust for Historic Preservation added New Mexico’s Greater Chaco Cultural Landscape to America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places. The announcement warns that fragmented management and policy shifts put this ancestral homeland at risk and urges residents to contact their congressional representatives to support stronger protections — ensuring coordinated stewardship. The Paper.
- ➤ Sabaku Con begins today at the Crowne Plaza Albuquerque and runs through May 24. Organized by Monkey Paw Entertainment, the three-day event will offer panels, concerts, cosplay, workshops, and community events for anime and gaming fans. The Paper.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNM students Adrienne Garcia (a sophomore in chemical engineering with a bioengineering focus) and Richard Justice (a junior in biochemistry) earned Goldwater Scholarships as part of the 2026 class. Garcia will attend MIT’s Summer Research Program in Boston this summer. University of New Mexico
- ➤ Graduate Studies honored 13 winners at the Poster Showcase 2026 held at the Student Union Building. Nearly 100 graduate students from five schools displayed research in 13 tracks as judges from UNM and the local community reviewed the work. University of New Mexico
- ➤ Rio Grande High School celebrated 291 seniors with improved graduation rates (up nearly 20% over three years) during Wednesday’s ceremony at Tingley Coliseum. The school’s success took it off the state’s struggling list, and many graduates plan to attend college or start vocational training. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ Administrators, faculty, and local dignitaries celebrated UNM President Garnett S. Stokes at the Student Union Building on Thursday, May 21, marking eight years of her leadership. Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller proclaimed President Stokes Day in honor of her enduring legacy (a milestone for the university). University of New Mexico
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials have started construction today on a neon-inspired East Central Gateway sign along Central Avenue near Juan Tabo Boulevard that will display turquoise, pink and yellow lighting with a 'Come Back Soon' message, with temporary lane closures occurring during work and expectations of further revitalization ahead of centennial celebrations. KOAT
- ➤ State officials approved $92.9 million for 23 tribal infrastructure projects aimed at upgrading water systems, roads, and health care facilities today (with $24 million allocated for Navajo Nation water improvements and nearly $14 million earmarked to expand health services at Sandia Pueblo). KOAT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The New Mexico State Land Office issued an RFI for development partners for four state-owned parcels in Albuquerque to create affordable housing and boost community economic growth. Proposals must be submitted by Monday, July 6 at 5 p.m. via an online portal. KOAT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico Goatheads will start their inaugural ECHL season this fall with a home opener on Friday, Oct. 16 and strong community support, as Manager Jared Johnson said upcoming announcements on the schedule, jerseys and head coach are expected (with a free watch party at The Block in Rio Rancho). KOAT
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Route 66 Connected: A Photo-Ethnographic Exploration
11 a.m. — Wheels Museum — Free entry — Explore the heritage and narratives of Route 66 in New Mexico through visual storytelling.
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Gardening U Class
1-2 p.m. — Albuquerque Garden Center — Free entry — Enhance your green thumb with insights from Master Gardener Barb Shapiro.
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Albuquerque Isotopes vs. El Paso Chihuahuas
6:35-7:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking — Cheer on the Albuquerque Isotopes as they face off against the El Paso Chihuahuas.
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Windwaker Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Launchpad — All ages — Experience live music from Windwaker, If Not For Me, and Colorblind at the Hounds of the Underground Tour.
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El Paso Chihuahuas at Albuquerque Isotopes
12:05 – 1:05 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking — Cheer on the Albuquerque Isotopes as they take on the El Paso Chihuahuas.
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Albuquerque Isotopes vs. El Paso Chihuahuas - Dinosaur Night
6:35-7:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking — Celebrate Dinosaur Night with the Albuquerque Isotopes as they face off against the El Paso Chihuahuas with special promotions for young fans.
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Travis Tritt Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Isleta Resort & Casino — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Southern rock vibes of Travis Tritt, a timeless icon in country music.
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NM Chupacabras vs. San Diego Strike Force
6:30 p.m. — Tingley Coliseum — Tickets required — Experience fast-paced indoor football with the NM Chupacabras as they battle the San Diego Strike Force.
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The Kid LAROI - A Perfect World Tour
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Revel — Ticket prices vary — Experience the high-energy performance of The Kid LAROI with special guests Tommy Richman and WizTheMC.
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Ryan Sickler Comedy Show
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hyena's Comedy Nightclub — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with stand-up comedian Ryan Sickler in Albuquerque.
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