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Albuquerque
Monday, September 15th, 2025
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cinelease has listed its Albuquerque studio for $34 million—expanding its partnership with Netflix while keeping current operations and planning to sell the property to continue renting the space. Albuquerque Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Taylor Rolan became New Mexico State Fair Queen on Sunday at Tingley Coliseum, carrying on a family legacy as her mother once did. The NMSU student was chosen by a three-person panel for her skills in horsemanship, public speaking, and interviews (she studies animal science with minors in biology and chemistry). KOAT
- ➤ The New Mexico State Fair Junior Livestock Sale raised $738,700—second highest in its history—with FFA and 4-H youth preparing their animals for the event, and Samuel Fodge’s steer brought the top price of $29,000. Officials said the record totals reflected the hard work of young exhibitors from across the state. KOAT
- ➤ Hispanic Heritage Month starts today with a celebration at the National Hispanic Cultural Center — 1701 4th Street SW — from 5 to 8 p.m. that honors Mexican independence and marks a historical moment for Albuquerque. KOAT
- ➤ At the New Mexico State Fair at EXPO New Mexico that began on Sept. 4, a local review noted a variety of tasty options including well-seasoned carne asada tacos from The Taco Guy, crisp corn on the cob, powdered funnel cake, and a flavorful ice cream cone. The review observed that while prices ranged from $9 to $15, the vendors delivered quality food and kind service—typical of fair treats. New Mexico Daily Lobo
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Two companies in Albuquerque and Las Cruces will lay off 225 workers over the next several weeks, state workforce filings show — the job cuts will affect both local offices. Albuquerque Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of New Mexico’s Passport Center, located in the bookstore near the Mercado at 2301 Central Ave., N.E., helps students, staff, and Albuquerque visitors with passport applications, renewals, and photos while funding student scholarships for international travel. It operates Tuesday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with walk-in hours and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—processing over 5,500 applications last year and offering a personal service as noted by lead agent Linda Contreras Ridlington. University of New Mexico
- ➤ On Sept. 3, AAPIRC reopened its office in Mesa Vista Hall after 18 months of renovations that followed the demolition of its former College of Education classroom building—transformed into a green space. The center now supports 14 AAPI student organizations and offers updated facilities for student services and events. New Mexico Daily Lobo
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced a partnership with DARPA to form the Quantum Frontiers Project, which will link local innovators, labs, and universities for quantum computing research. Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller said the project—backed by a $25 million investment from Roadrunner Venture Studio—will create jobs and help keep New Mexicans working here. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ ABQ Ride is adding 55 smart shelter bus stops on Central Ave that will use solar-powered lighting and real-time arrival screens — features that will make riding safer and more comfortable. The first batch will begin at the end of this year and the project will be completed next summer. KOAT
- ➤ Pueblo governors are heading to Washington D.C. to advocate for keeping the Chaco Canyon buffer zone that bans oil drilling—officials say the effort will protect ancient ruins and cultural heritage. They plan to meet with lawmakers to urge continued safeguards for the area. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ The National Weather Service reported a scientific balloon was stationary east of the Albuquerque Sunport near Kirtland at about 18,000 feet high yesterday—launched by NASA from Fort Sumner for atmospheric research. KOAT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A new project near North Valley will deliver affordable housing—opening several businesses to boost local economic activity in the area. Albuquerque Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lobo Aquatic Club hosted the Jeff Mortensen Memorial Open swim meet at UNM Seidler Natatorium on Sept 13-14 where swimmers set new personal best times and more than 400 people attended. Coach Jarrod Trainor (in his final year as head coach) led the team in honoring Jeffrey Mortensen (a longtime club member who died in 2016) as the club prepares to compete at the Four Corners Aquatic Team Fall Open on Sept 20-21. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ The Lobo football team beat the Bruins 35—10 at Rose Bowl Stadium on Sept. 12, marking its first win over a Big Ten opponent and its first victory against a Power Conference team since 2008—showing aggressive play with early trick plays and a dominant run game with 298 yards. The team now enters a bye week before facing the Aggies on Sept. 27. New Mexico Daily Lobo
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Albuquerque Isotopes vs Reno Aces
6:35-8:35 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting minor league baseball matchup under the Albuquerque sky.
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Googly Eye Collages
Store hours — Color Wheel Toys LLC — Free entry — Help create fun critter collages filled with googly eyes and take your art home.
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Albuquerque Isotopes vs. Reno Aces
11:05 a.m. – 1:05 p.m. — RGCU Field at Isotopes Park — Check local listings for ticket prices — Catch a thrilling baseball matchup as the Isotopes take on the Aces.
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Los Lonely Boys Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Isleta Resort & Casino — No Discounts on Aisle Seats — Experience the musical journey of the Grammy-winning trio from Texas.
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Lil Tracy - The Blood Moon Tour
8:00-12:00 a.m. — The Historic El Rey Theater — All Ages — Experience Lil Tracy live with Cold Hart on an energetic night of music.
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Suzzallo Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — Backstage at Revel — Tickets starting at $76 — Experience an unforgettable live performance by Suzzallo in Albuquerque.
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