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Albuquerque
Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Albuquerque is launching a big public art road trip on Route 66 for its centennial—showing virtual flamenco dancers, big and small murals, and spoken word poetry that celebrates the city. This event brings art and local culture together along the historic route. Albuquerque Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico has opened an economic office in Mexico City to help facilitate trade with Mexico and create new business opportunities. The new office is expected to boost cross-border relations between the two regions. Albuquerque Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Albuquerque Public Schools settled a claim with a Volcano Vista High School student injured in a sword-fighting incident in 2022 — agreeing to pay over $3 million — to resolve the case. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ Indigenous education experts and advocates criticized the state’s draft education plan for lacking clear steps to support Native language instruction and cultural education at a gathering north of Albuquerque Tuesday. The Public Education Department is accepting online comments through today — feedback that will shape the final plan due Nov. 3. New Mexico In Depth
- ➤ A University of New Mexico team received a $2.7 million NSF grant on Oct. 1 to study ways to lower STEM course barriers and improve early access for students. The project will build redesigned gateway courses—curricular safety nets and added teaching support—to help more undergraduates complete their science, engineering and math majors. University of New Mexico
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Researchers led by Colorado State University and UNM found that four years of extreme drought nearly doubled plant productivity loss in grasslands compared to moderate drought—raising concerns for lasting ecosystem damage. The study simulated dry conditions at 70 global sites to show that prolonged drought hinders recovery and may worsen climate change impacts. University of New Mexico
- ➤ Last month DOGE partnered with the Department of Interior to cut $14 million in environmental grants, including $2.5 million for New Mexico conservation—forcing local groups like the Institute of Applied Ecology to adjust projects and lay off staff amid funding shortfalls. KUNM
- ➤ Visitors to ABQ BioPark Zoo can now see a new baby hippo born Tuesday morning in the zoo's hippopotamus habitat—an event that offers a rare chance to witness the species' latest arrival. Albuquerque Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The city approved a permit for Serenade at Park Central—transforming a long-vacant 10-story office tower at 300 San Mateo Blvd. NE into 110 mixed-income apartments with 41 affordable units and market-rate studios and one-bedroom units. Silverstone Equity Partners will lead the redevelopment backed by a $2 million investment and a nearly $750,000 tax abatement, with construction set to begin later this year and completion expected in fall. KOAT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico’s cross country runner Habtom Samuel is set to make his season debut today at the Nuttycombe Invitational in Madison, Wisconsin. Albuquerque Journal
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Easton Corbin Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Dirty Bourbon — Ticket info unavailable — Enjoy a night of traditional and modern country music with the talented Easton Corbin.
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SkyDxddy Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Launchpad — All Ages — Experience a night of music with SkyDxddy featuring Demi The Daredevil.
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Black Jacket Symphony Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Kimo Theatre — Tickets on sale now — Experience a live rendition of AC/DC’s 'Back in Black' along with greatest hits in a full rock-and-roll spectacle.
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MasterChef All-Stars Live! Featuring Past Contestants
7-8:30 p.m. — Kiva Auditorium — Tickets start at $88 — Experience a culinary journey with beloved MasterChef contestants live on stage.
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FrankenToys Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Central & Unser Public Library — Free entry — Breathe new life into forgotten toys in a creatively monstrous workshop.
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Alice Cooper & Judas Priest Tour
6:45-8:15 p.m. — Isleta Amphitheater — Ticket resale available — Experience a heavy metal extravaganza with legends Alice Cooper and Judas Priest in Albuquerque.
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Dia De Los Muertos Celebration
Multi-day event — Time varies — Old Town Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate life and memory with vibrant art, music, and the Catrina Procession.
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Great Pumpkin Chase
9-11 a.m. — Rio Grande Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Halloween with a fun-filled day of races including a 10K and kids activities.
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Emorfik Live Performance
9:30-11 p.m. — Electric Playhouse — Tickets available — Experience the energetic DJ Emorfik bringing his unique stage presence to Albuquerque.
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Opiuo Live Performance
9:30 p.m. — Electric Playhouse — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night filled with funky beats and warm, syrupy bass for a unique adventure.
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