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Albuquerque
Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
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Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Diego Leyva, 16, arrested after confessing to the killing of four family members in Belen, leaving the community and local students in mourning. KOAT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The 2024 Pitch Deck Competition, co-hosted by UNM Rainforest Innovations and the UNM Innovation Academy, awarded a $20,000 prize pool to student entrepreneurs for pitching their innovative business ideas. University of New Mexico
- ➤ The University of New Mexico's Lobo Welcome Center has been awarded the AIA Merit Award for its innovative redesign that marries historical preservation with modern functionality. University of New Mexico
- ➤ Ray Renteria is retiring after a remarkable 56-year career at The University of New Mexico, spanning numerous departments and witnessing vast changes in the campus and its operations. University of New Mexico
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bernalillo officials met with legislators to discuss town achievements, priorities for funding on police, water infrastructure, and future legislative support needs. Sandoval Signpost
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of New Mexico Hospital will offer free flu vaccines to individuals aged 5 and older before the men's basketball game against Virginia Commonwealth University on December 18. KOAT
TRAVEL NEWS
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Stand-Up Comedy with Adam Cayton-Holland
Nationally recognized comedian Adam Cayton-Holland will perform a special stand-up show at the Launchpad in Albuquerque.
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Live Music Day at Belen Public Library
Cultural Enhancement for Valencia County Elders presents a free live music event featuring Gair Linhart, along with dancing and fun at the Belen Public Library.
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Albuquerque's Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl
Participate in a fun pub crawl featuring various venues with games, contests, and food & drink specials, all while wearing your favorite ugly sweater.
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New Mexico Bowl - College Football Post-Season Game
The New Mexico Bowl is an NCAA-sanctioned post-season college football bowl game held annually at University Stadium in Albuquerque, featuring teams from across the country.
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1920s New Year's Eve Gala at JUNO Brewery
Celebrate the New Year in style with a swing dance gala featuring live music, a dance lesson, and a midnight champagne toast.
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Air Supply Live Concert
Legendary soft-rock band Air Supply will perform their classic love songs and new material live at Route 66 Casino Hotel.
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Albuquerque Comic Con 2025: A Premier Cosplay and Pop Culture Event
Albuquerque Comic Con is a three-day event featuring celebrity appearances, cosplay competitions, interactive panels, and vendor areas filled with collectibles and artwork.
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