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Albuquerque
Monday, June 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 9th of June.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lure Raw Bar, a new oyster and raw bar, will open this month in Nob Hill—offering local diners a fresh place to try seafood. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ Sawmill developers transformed Park Square into Uptown Albuquerque’s newest food hall hub—featuring 12 local food and beverage spots that offer wood fired pizza, ice cream, salad and pasta amid fresh landscaping. Albuquerque Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ CURRENTS Art and Technology Festival in Albuquerque (sponsored by local arts groups) will feature interactive exhibits where visitors can try a bat mask (designed for an echolocation experience) and explore creative technology. Albuquerque Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Peter Lorenz came to Albuquerque with a solar company and is now working to shape the city’s economic future — his role is expected to boost local growth. Albuquerque Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico Lt. Governor Howie Morales said he will not run for governor in 2026 because he wants to spend more time with his family and focus on education. He said he and Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham will work on public safety and mental health, and he may consider a role at Western New Mexico University after his term ends. KOAT
- ➤ Military leaders and officials gathered in a makeshift war room to plot strategies to save Kirtland Air Force Base — two generals, a colonel, a base commander, a science adviser and one civilian worked together on the plan. Albuquerque Journal
SHOP NEWS
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Albuquerque Isotopes vs Oklahoma City Comets
6:35-8:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $10 - $30 — Catch the action as the Isotopes take on the Comets in a thrilling baseball matchup.
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Space Fiesta - Atomic 66
4-9 p.m. — Historic Lobo Theater & Event Center — Free entry — Celebrate New Mexico's space narrative through art, tech exhibits, and culinary delights.
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EBYL Paint Night Fundraiser
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $39 per person — Enjoy a night of creativity while supporting a local charity.
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Learnmore Jonasi: Comedy Night
8-9:30 p.m. — Hyena's Comedy Nightclub — Standard ticket pricing — Enjoy rib-tickling laughter from Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi, a rising star in stand-up comedy.
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ABQ Junk Journal Club
12-2 p.m. — Found on 4th — Limited spaces available — Create a unique junk journal and unleash your creativity in a collaborative space.
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DAD GAMES 2025 Competition
1 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Albuquerque — Ticket includes game play and banquet — Bring your family for an epic arcade showdown and a chance to win great prizes!
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Book Club: Hip to the Trip
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Cherry Hills Public Library — Free entry — Discuss the cultural history of Route 66 in a friendly and casual atmosphere.
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The Blue Stones Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Backstage at Revel — 21+ event — Enjoy an electrifying performance by The Blue Stones with special guests MELTT.
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Afternoon Clay Session: Masks and Wall Art
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Creativity Warehouse — Cost varies — Create unique clay masks and wall art in this engaging afternoon workshop.
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Iceland: The Complete Tour Presentation
10:00-11:00 a.m. — SUN TOURS — Free admission — Discover Iceland’s breathtaking landscapes and unspoiled nature in this comprehensive tour presentation.
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