Morning
Albuquerque
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The University of New Mexico worked with the city on a new Route 66 Remixed mural called 'Mother: Moment' at the ARTS Lab as part of a project that adds 18 art stops along Central Avenue to mark the Route 66 Centennial—this initiative uses murals, sculptures, and digital features to show Albuquerque’s rich past and evolving future. University of New Mexico
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A guide prepared by City Desk ABQ and The Paper presented candidate responses for APS Board seats, detailing each candidate’s background, endorsements, and priorities for local schools—voters now have clear information to compare the contenders. The Paper.
- ➤ Dr. Shengjie Lin, an educational psychologist at UNM, received an early career grant from the American Psychological Association to study how parent behaviors affect student mindsets—he will work with Albuquerque Public Schools to start with parent focus groups and later develop a scale to measure these behaviors. His work aims to build a tool for researchers and help improve math education in the community. University of New Mexico
- ➤ The University of New Mexico’s Open Educational Resources Consortium will host a free book fair today outside Zimmerman Library near the Stone, Paper, Scissors statue—offering free books to show how open textbooks save money and improve access. The event follows a week of webinars and workshops that started October 1—continuing International Open Access Week. KUNM
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Last month, the Department of Government Efficiency partnered with the Department of the Interior to cut $14M in environmental grants—$2.5M of which was allocated to conservation efforts in New Mexico. The funding cuts forced the Institute of Applied Ecology to reduce projects and lay off several employees. Source NM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham met with Japanese Ambassador Shigeo Yamada in Santa Fe Monday to explain a plan for Rocky Mountain states to export liquefied natural gas to Asia. Officials said no contracts are signed and that new large-scale infrastructure is needed—an effort that may pave the way for long-term job opportunities in the region. Source NM
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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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Albuquerque Running Fiesta
7 AM – 12 PM — Civic Plaza — Race entry fee varies — Participate in a scenic race with stunning views of the Sandia Mountains and celebrate local running culture.
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Monday Night NFL Watch Parties
6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Food and drink specials — Gather for live NFL action with giveaways and a chance to win a football getaway.
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Mike Mares Solo Performance
6-8 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Free entry — Enjoy a night of blues country soul dash from the talented Mike Mares of The NOMS.
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Mix, Mingle & Munch
5:30-6:45 p.m. — Anew Boutique — Light dinner included — Network with local professionals and enjoy community updates.
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