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Albuquerque
Monday, December 29th, 2025
Good morning, Albuquerque. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sport Systems offers a free 2026 dog calendar featuring shop dogs like Grit and Wheezy; it includes business card slots for a $50 gift card while raising funds for local pets with medical needs via a QR code (Run with Grit campaign). Albuquerque Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Pueblo Dance Group performed two dances in the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center courtyard on Dec. 20, honoring ancestors and traditions with dancers from Laguna, Acoma, Hopi and Zuni (each offering a blessing) as the center remains the only North American venue to host Native American dances year-round. Albuquerque Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Nature Conservancy purchased Dawson Elk Valley Ranch—a 50,000-acre tract that was once a coal town site with deadly mine disasters—for an undisclosed amount on Dec. 15. Management plans are still in development, and the property will be protected in perpetuity to preserve its unique history. Albuquerque Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hyundai and Kia reached a $9M settlement — a ruling over missing anti-theft tech that left cars vulnerable — and must pay penalties while offering free installation of zinc-reinforced protectors for eligible vehicles. New Mexicans can schedule appointments at local dealerships within one year of receiving notice. Albuquerque Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Genesis HealthCare nursing home in Albuquerque (Sandia Ridge Center) has faced repeated regulatory citations for failing to prevent neglect and misconduct, part of a larger national bankruptcy effort that has delayed settlement payments to affected families. Albuquerque Journal
- ➤ Albuquerque shoppers are warned by health experts that food labeled with buzzwords (like all natural) might hide high levels of added sugar even though labels now show added sugar amounts. Consumers should check nutrition labels carefully to manage their sugar intake. KOAT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fernando Lovo, UNM Athletic Director, was reportedly approached by Colorado for the Buffaloes AD opening on Saturday (Dec. 28), though UNM confirmed no leadership changes and noted his contract runs through 2029. KOAT
- ➤ At a news conference Saturday in Albuquerque, the NM Sports Hall of Fame announced its five inductees who will be honored in June. The group includes Olympic medalist Courtney Frerichs, top scorer Anita Maxwell, longtime coach Miles Watters, golf coach John Fields, and football standout Landry Jones. KOAT
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Giant Kaleidoscope Experience
10 AM – 5 PM — Color Wheel Toys LLC — Free entry — Explore an 8-foot kaleidoscope and create stunning visual patterns with various items.
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Visit the Giant Kaleidoscope
11 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Color Wheel Toys LLC — Free entry — Explore an 8-foot kaleidoscope and create stunning patterns with your chosen items.
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Functional Programming Through Construction
6-8 p.m. — CG Infinity, Inc. — Free entry — Explore functional programming concepts like pure functions and immutability while enjoying dinner and insights from Cameron Presley.
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