Rio Rancho Local News – Thursday, February 26th, 2026

Daily Rio Rancho

Thursday, February 26th, 2026

Good morning, Rio Rancho. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ The Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office invites locals to help decorate a memorial for Sgt. Michael Schlattman (killed during a traffic stop on I-40 near Carnuel) outside the East Area Command Center off Public School Road, and community members have already left heartfelt tributes. KOAT

CULTURE NEWS

➤ The 'Green Book' served as a vital guide for Black travelers facing discrimination from 1936+1967. UNM Professor Hardeman recalled her family's experience and explained how this resource helped drivers on Route 66 find safe stops during challenging times. KOAT

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