Good morning, Albuquerque.

Albuquerque Gold Star Mother Joyce Paulsen visited a WWI grave in France on May 17 (honoring fallen soldier Tomas Herrera and her son) and collected dirt for a new Sacred Soil Marker bound for Arlington National Cemetery.

She plans to continue her veteran support work.

Dozens of volunteers placed U.S. flags on nearly 55,000 graves at Santa Fe National Cemetery Saturday in preparation for Monday's Memorial Day celebrations featuring Santa Fe Mayor Michael Garcia as keynote; additional ceremonies will be held in Albuquerque (10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and Rio Rancho (10 a.m.).

Firefighters battled a blaze at the South-Valley recycling plant near Prosperity and Broadway on Saturday, May 23, when a large plume of smoke spread over the area.

UNM associate professor Dimitri Kapelianis has been chosen for the first NMBA Innovation & Workforce Development Award.

He will be honored at the NMBA Awards Gala on June 5 for his role at the UNM Center for Sales and Business Development, which helped place 44 students with local companies.

Ruidoso Downs opened its 2026 racing season in Albuquerque after flooding affected earlier races—General Manager Rick Baugh said the track’s move brings an estimated $160 to $180 million economic impact, while efforts continue to return racing to Ruidoso next summer.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Great Unconformity at Casa Rondena

2:30-6:30 p.m. — Casa Rondeña Winery — Music experience — Enjoy the elegant and powerful performance of Anne Luna on bass.

Nekromantix Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Backstage At Revel — Tickets from $89 — Experience an unforgettable live show featuring Nekromantix in Albuquerque.