Good morning, Albuquerque.

Albuquerque’s AmeriCorps Seniors program has only 13 volunteers to serve over 100 seniors on a waitlist as it pairs independent seniors with companions for errands and daily tasks.

Organizers urge more active volunteers from neighborhoods (Uptown, Four Hills, and Taylor Ranch) to join.

On Jul. 18, New Mexico Gas Company celebrated its 15th year of awarding $3,000 scholarships to 20 Native American students, totaling $60,000, at a banquet where recipients shared plans to further their education and support their communities.

Pueblo Collective in Bernalillo turned its Christmas in July sale into a donation drive for flood victims on Zuni Pueblo.

The group will deliver donated items today and accepts drop-offs at 925 South Camino Del Pueblo.

On Saturday, members of the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club celebrated Buffalo Soldier Day (honoring local heritage) at Historic Fairview Cemetery by raising guidon and POW flags and riding through the grounds.

Harwood Museum of Art bought the historic Peyton Wright Gallery property in Santa Fe to build ties with UNM, and it will spend the next few years planning the project.

The new site is expected to open in two to three years.

Two UNM graduate students received Fulbright awards for the 26-27 school year; Chavez will travel to Aldea, Spain in August to teach English while Rangel heads to Mexico for dissertation data collection.

In 2025, over 6,200 NM homeowners lost their insurance policies amid rising wildfire fears as insurers issued nonrenewals, state officials report.

Nonrenewals nearly tripled since 2021 in fire-prone areas — officials are tracking trends and urging risk-mitigation measures.

Rail Runner Express turned 20 today as ridership rises amid new midday schedules, and Rio Metro has approved a $55 million maintenance facility set to open in late 2028—despite concerns over its $21.4M annual cost.

Four candidates presented their final appeals Saturday via a virtual meeting to join Deb Haaland as lieutenant governor ahead of the November election.

The 500-member committee will cast votes until 5 p.m. Wednesday, with the winning candidate announced Thursday.

Two New Mexico residents have tested positive for West Nile virus; a woman in her 70s from Bernalillo County is hospitalized while a man in his 30s from Otero County recovers at home.

Health officials urge using EPA-approved insect repellent and removing standing water from yards.

New Mexico Cancer Center will soon offer advanced estrogen receptor-targeted PET imaging for recurrent or metastatic breast cancer to help patients receive specialized care locally.

The all-female team said the new service will allow patients to avoid long trips + extra costs.

A state report shows that 2021 saw a spike in pregnancy-related deaths in New Mexico, with American Indian women in the northwest region disproportionately affected.

Health officials cite mental health issues & lack of prenatal care as key factors in nearly all preventable cases.

Albuquerque Speed Dating for Ages 25-45

7-9 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 singles in a fun and friendly speed dating atmosphere.

2026 Dive-In Movies Film Fiesta

7 p.m. — Hotel Zazz — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with short films showcased poolside under the stars.

The Technicolors Live

8-11 p.m. — Launchpad — Tickets from $69 — Experience an unforgettable night with The Technicolors in Albuquerque.

Simple Plan Concert

7:00-8:30 p.m. — First Financial Credit Union Amphitheater — Tickets from $46 — Be there live for an exciting performance by Simple Plan in Albuquerque.

Olivia O'Brien Presents: The PIXIE Tour

7-10 p.m. — Launchpad — $21.50+ — Celebrate a night of pop music with Olivia O'Brien's vibrant performance.

Sugar Land Space Cowboys at Albuquerque Isotopes

6:35-7:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking for vehicles with three or fewer people — Celebrate Native American Heritage Night with the Isotopes and enjoy post-game fireworks.

Sugar Land Space Cowboys at Albuquerque Isotopes

1:35 – 2:35 PM — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — $7 parking — Catch an exciting Minor League Baseball matchup with local flair as the Isotopes face off against the Space Cowboys.