Independence Day parade draws Rio Rancho crowds
American flags were in full display at the 4th of July parade in Rio Rancho Monday. Under cloudy...
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Serving Sandoval County, Rio Rancho, Bernalillo, Placitas, & Corrales
Serving Sandoval County, Rio Rancho, Bernalillo, Placitas, & Corrales
By Garrison Wells | Jul 5, 2022
American flags were in full display at the 4th of July parade in Rio Rancho Monday. Under cloudy...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jul 2, 2022
“Pomegranates” by Lani Hitchens SHADES OF RED Gracie Lee Community Room, Placitas...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jul 1, 2022
The New Mexico monsoon is making a comeback over the weekend, so get ready for some possible thunderstorms and showers potentially impacting Independence Day celebrations. Through Friday, expect scattered showers and...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 30, 2022
Fourth of July in the City of Rio Rancho Monday, July 4 5 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. Campus Park in City...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 30, 2022
Rio Rancho is on the verge of getting another hockey team. The team, which will be named the Raptors, is expected to be part of the ECHL, a 27-team league in 20 states and two provinces in Canada. Play will start in October 2023...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 29, 2022
Kristen Warren has accepted the position as Acting District Ranger for the Kiowa and Rita Blanca...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 24, 2022
A former Rio Rancho police officer has been indicted by a Grand Jury on five counts related to sexual contact with a minor. The indictment against Joseph Frantz, 37, includes Criminal Sexual Contact of a Minor, Criminal Sexual...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells and Matt Hollinshead | Staff writer | Jun 24, 2022
The U.S. Supreme Court in a historic decision Friday overturned Roe v. Wade. The pending decision had already sparked rallies and protest nationwide. It is expected to light the fire for even more in the coming days. The...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 23, 2022
The study is in its beginning phases and the next steps include seeking public input and hosting public meetings. Rio Rancho residents, business owners, and anyone who works in Rio Rancho can offer input by completing an online...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 23, 2022
Our staff captured a lot of the goings-on including a “special” Special Olympics, the...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 23, 2022
Busy Girl Social Event @ Ex Novo 7 p.m. Sat. June 25 Ex Novo Brewing Company 4895 Corrales Road...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 18, 2022
From high-profile shows at the Rio Rancho Events Center to a kickball fundraiser, country music and a car show in Bernalillo. It’s been a busy couple weeks in Rio Rancho. Photos by Gary Herron, Garrison Wells, Bonnie...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 16, 2022
Juneteenth Freedom Day Event Friday, June 17 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Campus Park at City Center...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 15, 2022
Rio Rancho police on May 19 arrested a man for allegedly committing fraud at State Employees...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 11, 2022
The Resource Center for Victims of Violent Death hosted a fund-raising kickball tournament...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 11, 2022
Parks shut by the Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon Fires are starting to reopen. Eagles Nest State...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 10, 2022
New Mexico’s monsoon season could make a difference this year on the spiraling, near-record heat. Last year, according to the National Weather Service, monsoon season hit hard and fast in July. The season typically kicks...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 9, 2022
The Great New Mexico Beer Festival June 17, 18 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Balloon Fiesta Park 4401 Alameda...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 9, 2022
With the elevated danger of wildfire, caused by drought and unseasonably high temperatures, the...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 8, 2022
By Garrison Wells | Jun 8, 2022
The Denver Broncos and the Walton-Penner family have entered into a purchase and sale agreement, wrapping up a long bidding war. The purchase and sale agreement calls for the Walton-Penner family to acquire the Denver Broncos...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 7, 2022
Voting site Broadmoor Senior Center (Garrison Wells/The Observer) Voters turned out at...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 7, 2022
From left, Clemy Garza, Rio Rancho seniors Carrie Merrill, Amanda Mendoza, Kiala Rogers and Paula...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 5, 2022
Country music artist Cody Johnson was a hit at the Rio Rancho Events Center with his sold-out...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 3, 2022
Albuquerque – The statewide gas price average in New Mexico is $4.51 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA New Mexico Weekend Gas Watch. That price is 19 cents more when compared to this day last week and...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 3, 2022
A busy week in Rio Rancho. Memorial Day celebration by the city, a flooded street, horses, horses...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 3, 2022
ALBUQUERQUE — A woman who shoplifted while armed with a crossbow has been “preventatively...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 2, 2022
Annual Corrales Garden Tour 11th Anniversary Sunday, June 5 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. According to the...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | Jun 2, 2022
Tamaya horse rescue chief volunteer Ben Braden and one of the many horses at Tamaya Horse...
Read MoreBy Garrison Wells | May 31, 2022
The Rio Rancho Memorial Day ceremony May 30 was full of moments of the heart caught here in this...
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