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Albuquerque
Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
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Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ School of Rock Albuquerque, a performance-based music school in town for 10 years, will hit Rio Bravo Brewing on Aug. 17 at 5 p.m. — a live dad rock show for music lovers — and then host its 10th anniversary open house performance on Sept. 6 at 2 p.m. at its headquarters on Candelaria Road. The Paper.
- ➤ The Launchpad (618 Central Ave. SW) will host its '28 Years Later Birthday Party' this weekend with over 20 bands performing on August 15 at 8 p.m. and August 16 at 6 p.m.; tickets range from $10 to $15 as the venue marks its legacy in Albuquerque's music scene. The Paper.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNM students Celeste Maldonado Taheri and Anthony Languit spent nine weeks in Baltimore at Johns Hopkins researching pulmonary and critical care medicine. Languit, who returned for a second time, praised the strong mentorship while both students shadowed in the ICU — a key highlight that will boost their future careers. University of New Mexico
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The New Mexico board overseeing water regulations allowed a proposal for wider use of oil and gas wastewater to proceed after rejecting motions from environmental groups during Tuesday's meeting, and it scheduled a public hearing for November to review the plan—opponents warned the move could risk the state's drinking water supply. Source NM
- ➤ New Mexico Safety Over Profit — a nonprofit group that has opposed changes to medical malpractice laws — disclosed nearly $1.3 million in trial lawyer donations after settling a lawsuit with the State Ethics Commission that required it to reveal its donor list and pay a $5,000 fine. KUNM
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Mercy Medical Center doctor said ovarian cancer can be treated successfully if caught early and advised women in their late 40s to mid-60s to watch for signs such as bloating, pelvic pain, and early satiety—symptoms that may be mistaken for less serious issues. Women with new or persistent symptoms should take note and tell their doctor. KOAT
TRAVEL NEWS
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Okra Pickling Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Los Ranchos Agri-Nature Center — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Learn the art of pickling with fresh okra and take home your own jar of tangy goodness.
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Vibestrong Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Marble Brewery — Entry fee not specified — Experience the dynamic rhythms of a vibrant reggae/rock band from Albuquerque.
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Walking Through History Tour: National Museum of Nuclear Science and History
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — National Museum of Nuclear Science & History — Entry fee required — Explore the significance of the Atomic Age during this commemorative tour.
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Children's Entrepreneur Market at Sunday is Funday
12-4 p.m. — Haynes Community Center and Park — $1 entry — A vibrant market showcasing kid-run businesses with fun activities and entertainment for all ages.
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LIVE and Collective Soul Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Isleta Amphitheater — Check for pricing — Enjoy a night of classic rock hits with LIVE and Collective Soul.
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Lock Smith Concert
6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Sister — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Bury The Hatchet tour with Locksmith and support acts for an unforgettable night of music.
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Las Vegas Aviators vs Albuquerque Isotopes
6:35-8:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — Cost info not specified — Catch a thrilling baseball game as the Aviators face off against the Isotopes.
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Earthen Yoga
1-2 a.m. — 4920 Rio Grande Blvd NW — No cost mentioned — Experience a unique blend of yoga and herbal exploration amidst the Healers Garden.
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2025 DVRC Golf Tournament
7 a.m. — Paradise Hills Golf Course — All proceeds benefit victims of domestic violence — A day of golfing fun with contests to support a vital cause.
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Modest Mouse Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Perico's Taco's & Burritos at Revel Entertainment Center — Ticket info not provided — Experience Modest Mouse live in a casual dining atmosphere.
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