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Albuquerque
Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cardboard Playhouse Theatre Company announced that young actors chose 'Descendants: The Musical' as the final show of the season. The production will offer a festive close to the season at the theater (schedule details pending). Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ Documentary Stripped for Parts shows how hedge funds reshape newspapers while highlighting local nonprofit reporting like New Mexico In Depth. The film features background cameos from reporters and reminds viewers of the enduring value of thorough news coverage. New Mexico In Depth
- ➤ A Christmas Story: The Musical, a holiday classic, opens today at Albuquerque Little Theatre — inviting local audiences to enjoy a festive show at a community venue. Albuquerque Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UNM teams captured first and second place at the inaugural Rio Grande Research Challenge in Albuquerque—judges praised their strong stock pitch for John Deere and thorough analysis while the winning team earned a trophy, $2,000, and individual awards; the challenge will return at NMSU next year. University of New Mexico
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ UNM researchers found that southwestern deserts produce more dust during warm interglacial periods using a 230,000-year record from Stoneman Lake—showing that shifting landscapes may boost regional dust emissions and prompting further studies in New Mexico. University of New Mexico
- ➤ Albuquerque city crews worked overnight to salt and de-ice roads after solid snowfall, keeping streets safe; around 50 residents were taken to shelters and officials warned against using ovens or stoves for heating — cautioning about fire hazards. KOAT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lobos beat the Highlands Cowboys 97 to 47 on Monday, Dec. 1 in The Pit (their home arena) as UNM used strong offense and defense with Jake Hall scoring 21 points. The team looks ahead to a home game against the Santa Clara Broncos on Saturday, Dec. 6. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ At a Thursday, Dec. 4 board meeting, UNM athletics director asked how to build better partnerships & address reclassification concerns as other issues were discussed. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ The Lobos signed new athletes on Wednesday as part of the early signing period, securing a fourth-ranked 2026 class in the Mountain West and placing behind UNLV, Northern Illinois and UTEP. Albuquerque Journal
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Emo Night Karaoke
7-9:30 p.m. — 120 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM — 21+ Ages — Sing your heart out with a live band at this vibrant karaoke night.
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Monday Night Watch Parties with 100.3 The Peak
6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Great food and drink specials with live NFL action — Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere complete with giveaways and delicious food.
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The Bouncing Souls Concert
6-9 p.m. — Sunshine Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening with punk rock legends The Bouncing Souls in their energetic live performance.
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Aaron Watson Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Sunshine Building — Tickets from $67 — Experience a night of country music with Aaron Watson in Albuquerque.
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The Legacy Continues: 2 Seasons Beatings
7-9 p.m. — Kiva Auditorium — Ticket required — Experience an electrifying showdown as top athletes compete for glory in a thrilling celebration of sport's legacy.
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Albuquerque December Brunch
11:30 a.m. — Central Grill and Coffee House — $10 reservation fee — Celebrate the season in your ugliest holiday sweater with delicious food and new connections.
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2nd Annual Luminito Celebration
5:30-11:30 p.m. — National Hispanic Cultural Center — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with cultural performances, music, and local vendors in a festive outdoor setting.
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Monday Night Watch Parties with 100.3 The Peak at Steel Bender Brewyard
6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Food and drink specials available — Enjoy live NFL broadcasts with chances to win a football getaway.
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Levi Dean Live at El Vado
6:00–8:30 p.m. — El Vado Motel — Cost varies — Experience the soulful sounds of Americana and blues with Levi Dean's live performance.
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Saad K’idilyé Winter Solstice Gala
4:30-9:30 p.m. — Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown — Tickets available — Celebrate the achievements of a Navajo language immersion school with food, live music, and a silent auction.
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