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Upcoming Events for September 29, 2025

Upcoming Events for September 29, 2025

Do you want to advertise your event in the Mountainair Dispatch? I’d love to publish it. Email todd@mountainairdispatch.com with the details. There is no cost to publish upcoming events. Federal Government National Science Foundation Very Large Array (VLA) Fall Open House * October 11, 2025, from 9:00

Flood Watch in Effect for Torrance County and Central New Mexico

Flood Watch in Effect for Torrance County and Central New Mexico

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Flood Watch for much of central New Mexico, including Torrance County and the Estancia Valley, through midnight MDT Sunday, September 28, 2025. The alert also covers the Sandia and Manzano Mountains, the Santa Fe metro area, the Central Highlands, and the

Upcoming Events for September 22, 2025

Upcoming Events for September 22, 2025

Do you want to advertise your event in the Mountainair Dispatch? I’d love to publish it. Email todd@mountainairdispatch.com with the details. There is no cost to publish upcoming events. Federal Government National Science Foundation Very Large Array (VLA) Fall Open House * October 11, 2025, from 9:00

Gusty Showers Moving Into Northwestern Torrance County

Gusty Showers Moving Into Northwestern Torrance County

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque issued a Special Weather Statement at 3:22 p.m. MDT on Monday, September 22, 2025, warning of a line of gusty showers moving quickly east across central New Mexico. The system is expected to affect northwestern Torrance County, including the Estancia Valley, until

Mountainair Council Hires New Officer, Secures Gas Rates, and Initiates Emergency Services Land Deal

Mountainair Council Hires New Officer, Secures Gas Rates, and Initiates Emergency Services Land Deal

The Mountainair Town Council meeting began with Mayor Peter Nieto's remarks on the recent killings of Charlie Kirk this month and Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband in June 2025. During the meeting's opening, Nieto said, "... Let us reflect on America's

Upcoming Events for September 15, 2025

Upcoming Events for September 15, 2025

Do you want to advertise your event in the Mountainair Dispatch? I’d love to publish it. Email todd@mountainairdispatch.com with the details. There is no cost to publish upcoming events. Federal Government Department of Veterans Affairs Monthly Food Distribution with Roadrunner Food Bank * Every Fourth Thursday of the

Strong Thunderstorm Moving East Across Central New Mexico

Strong Thunderstorm Moving East Across Central New Mexico

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque reported a strong thunderstorm at 1:40 p.m. MDT on Saturday, September 13, 2025, near Albuquerque, moving east at 30 mph. The storm is producing wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea-size hail. Expected Impacts: * Strong winds may knock down

Retraction Pertaining to the October 13, 2023 Article "A History of Violence and Financial Troubles"

History of the Article On October 13, 2023, the Mountainair Dispatch published A History of Violence and Financial Troubles. This article addressed the legal history of former town council member Ernie Lopez. Prior to the publication of this article, I attempted, unsuccessfully, to contact Mr. Lopez via telephone on October

Upcoming Blood Drive and Health Fair

Upcoming Blood Drive and Health Fair

Tuesday, September 16, 2025, Health Fair, Blood Drive, and Colonial Life Insurance Q&A - Torrance County Administrative Offices, 205 South 9th Street, Estancia, NM 87016 Please mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 16, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM (for the blood drive) and from 11:

Flood Watch Issued for Torrance County and Central New Mexico

Flood Watch Issued for Torrance County and Central New Mexico

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Flood Watch effective from Friday morning, September 12, through late Friday evening, warning of possible flash flooding across central, north central, northwest, and west central New Mexico. The watch includes Torrance County, the Sandia and Manzano Mountains, and surrounding areas such

Strong Thunderstorm Moving East Toward Central New Mexico

Strong Thunderstorm Moving East Toward Central New Mexico

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque reported a strong thunderstorm at 8:47 PM MDT on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, near Bosque Farms, about 7 miles northeast of Los Lunas. The storm is moving east at 15 mph and is capable of producing wind gusts up to 50 mph and

Strong Thunderstorms Moving Toward Central New Mexico

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Strong Thunderstorms Moving Toward Central New Mexico

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque issued a Special Weather Statement at 8:15 p.m. MDT on Saturday, September 6, 2025, as Doppler radar tracked a line of strong thunderstorms moving through central New Mexico. At the time of the alert, storms extended from near Cochiti Pueblo to about

Upcoming Events for September 1, 2025

Upcoming Events for September 1, 2025

Do you want to advertise your event in the Mountainair Dispatch? I’d love to publish it. Email todd@mountainairdispatch.com with the details. There is no cost to publish upcoming events. Federal Government Department of Veterans Affairs Monthly Food Distribution with Roadrunner Food Bank * Every Fourth Thursday of the