Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of September.
Good morning, Albuquerque.
🎭 Culture
The New Mexico Philharmonic held a concert under the stars Saturday at the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden with local audiences relaxing in lawn chairs and dancing as guest conductor Jason Altieri led the performance.
The season opens Oct. 3 at Pope Joy Hall.
The New Mexico State Fair runs Sept.
10–20 at Expo New Mexico in Albuquerque, featuring concerts, rodeos, kiddie land, and park plus ride options (with varied prices). Tickets are available online for different age groups.
The Albuquerque-filmed comedy Coyote Vs.
Acme, starring John Cena and Will Forte (filmed in New Mexico in 2022), landed third globally after a strong box office weekend following its Aug. 28 debut as Warner Bros. released it under public pressure.
📰 Economy
Ruidoso Downs will move its Triple Crown races, including the All American Futurity, to Lone Star Park in Texas starting in 2027, raising concerns among local fans & businesses about losing a key economic driver.
🌲 Environment
Record-challenging heat pushes Albuquerque temperatures into the low- to mid-90s this week against an average of 85° while a heat dome shifts east + rising monsoon moisture boosts rain chances for the weekend into early next week.
Drivers are urged to stay alert after four bears were fatally struck by vehicles on I-25 (near Bernalillo) in the past two weeks, and wildlife officials warn motorists not to approach injured bears.
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