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Albuquerque
Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of New Mexico will hold two commencement ceremonies at University Arena for over 2,000 graduates, with the graduate event on Thursday, Dec. 11 and the undergraduate ceremony on Dec. 12 at 6 p.m. (Livestream and program details are available online.) University of New Mexico
- ➤ Araceli Ramirez, a first-generation college graduate, earned her BFA and enrolled in UNM’s master’s program after succeeding with the LUE Scholarship and tuition remission. She credits her progress to strong family support and key mentors (including Dennis-Ray Armijo and Lea Briggs). University of New Mexico
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Developers behind Project Jupiter in Doña Ana County asked state officials for permits to allow over 14 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions per year (exceeding Albuquerque and Las Cruces combined) and generate electricity equal to the state’s largest power company. The plan faces concerns over clean energy law compliance. Source NM
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ CYFD officials reported ongoing improvements in foster care, including a faster hiring process + closing over 1,300 cases since July as part of a 2018 settlement agreement. Experts, however, have yet to validate the new figures and said they will review the data at the next status meeting in January. KUNM
- ➤ Albuquerque will update nine ABQ Ride routes effective Dec. 13 as part of a 16-phase plan to adjust frequency; Route 66 wait times drop, Route 53 adds Sunday trips, and one route is replaced by a new service zone — officials ask riders to be patient. KUNM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Nov. 30, the University of New Mexico announced that football coach Jason Eck signed a five-year extension through 2030 with $400,000 in base pay, media and promotion fees & annual increases; Eck led the Lobos to a 9-3 season and earned Mountain West coach of the year. New Mexico Daily Lobo
- ➤ Saturday, the Lobos host ranked Santa Clara at the Pit as UNM hopes for a large crowd to watch its highest ranked nonconference opponent this season. Albuquerque Journal
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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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Monday Night Watch Parties with 100.3 The Peak
6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Food and drink specials available — Enjoy live NFL broadcasts with giveaways and delicious eats.
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