Good morning, Albuquerque.

Residents gathered across Albuquerque on Tuesday, Aug.

4 for National Night Out, an event that featured community block parties, cookouts and park gatherings to strengthen connections with local law enforcement. Officers and city officials visited events to answer public safety questions.

The new Indigenous Farmers Market at SIPI, launched late July, offers Native vendors a venue to sell produce, arts, and crafts while featuring future market days (Aug.

15, Sept. 12, and Sept. 26) at 9169 Coors Blvd. NW.

Three UNM pre-law students took part in the National Model Constitutional Convention at Washington University in St. Louis in May to study constitutional amendment processes, representing Arizona, New Mexico, and New Jersey.

UNM advisor Lawrence R-Jones said the experience helped strengthen young delegates' skills and cooperation.

Albuquerque Public Schools are converting air systems from evaporative to refrigerated at eight schools to keep kids cool, as part of a $40 million plan approved last year.

The district is running tests over the summer to catch any issues+ has 12 additional projects in design.

Attorneys for Albuquerque nonprofit Prosperity Works said in a filing Monday that TXNM Energy Inc. (PNM’s parent company) may have waived a $350 million termination fee from Blackstone after regulators blocked a controversial stock sale.

They asked state utility regulators to review the merger agreement, arguing the waiver could lower rates by 16%.

Crews are repairing a collapsed sewer line on 2nd Street between Barelas Railroad Park and Woodward Road in southwest Albuquerque, which has closed both lanes.

The work uses trenchless technology and is expected to finish by end of January 2027—drivers are advised to detour via Broadway SW.

The Parks & Recreation Department has scheduled sprinklers at rotating parks from Tuesday, Aug.

4 through Thursday, Aug. 6 at 1 to 1:30 p.m. to help residents combat triple-digit heat — officials remind locals that pools and splash pads remain open for cooling off.

State veterinarian Samantha Holeck warned state lawmakers that screwworm cases are expected to rise after an infected dog was detected in Lea County, and the state will soon launch a one-day inspector certification course — modeled after Texas' course — to help avert a livestock crisis.

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.