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Monday, December 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 22nd of December.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A mobile home fire displaced one resident early Monday morning near Carlisle Boulevard and Candelaria Road, as firefighters quickly extinguished the flames while the Red Cross assisted the displaced person and investigators worked to determine the cause.  KOAT
  • Bernalillo County firefighter Richard Hollingshead III, 21, died in an off-duty vehicle accident on Friday — officials noted his willingness to help others and said support services are now available for his colleagues.  Albuquerque Journal

ECONOMY NEWS

  • A federal rollback cutting oil royalty rates to 12.5% is set to reduce New Mexico’s lease revenue, and state lawmakers raised their own rates on new leases to support education & key public services. Officials say these moves aim to ease the fiscal squeeze on state budgets.  Albuquerque Journal

HEALTH NEWS

  • Rock Steady Boxing in Northeast Albuquerque serves 138 fighters with Parkinson’s who attend one-hour exercise sessions three times a week — the program has grown significantly since opening in 2016.  Albuquerque Journal

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Candlelight Christmas Carols on Strings

    6:30-7:30 p.m. — African American Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting sounds of Christmas carols performed by a string quartet in a beautiful candlelit setting.

    Sat, 12/27/25

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  • River of Lights

    5-10 p.m. — ABQ BioPark - Botanic Garden — Adults $21, Youth $12 — Experience New Mexico's largest walk-through holiday light show with dazzling displays and festive activities.

    Sun, 12/28/25

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  • Monday Night Watch Parties at Steel Bender Brewyard

    6-7:30 p.m. — Steel Bender Brewyard — Food and drink specials available — Enjoy live NFL action with giveaways and great food.

    Mon, 12/29/25

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  • Midland Concert

    6:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Route 66 Casino Hotel — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the energetic sounds of Midland this New Year's Eve.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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  • Albuquerque Career Fair

    9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid North — Free entry — Meet live with hiring employers and explore career opportunities.

    Fri, 1/16/26

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  • Gene Simmons Concert

    6:30-10:30 p.m. — Backstage at Revel — Ticketed event — Experience an unforgettable live performance by the legendary Gene Simmons.

    Sat, 1/17/26

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  • International District Book Group

    5-6:30 p.m. — International District Library — Free entry — Engage in lively discussions about inclusive YA books with diverse characters and themes.

    Mon, 1/19/26

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