Saturday, May 10th, 2025
Good morning, Rio Rancho. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Morrison Outdoors, a local company with about $1 million in annual sales, will appear on Shark Tank on Friday, May 16th as founder Tavis Malcolm showcases his sleeping bag with sleeves that he created on a camping trip seven years ago — a watch party is set at Civic Plaza downtown at 6:00 p.m. and the episode airs at 7:00 p.m. on KOAT. KOAT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Santa Ana police officer named Kristofer Martin was arrested for aggravated DWI on Thursday night after Rio Rancho police stopped him in Corrales Heights during a welfare check and he admitted to drinking three shots before his breath test registered 0.16 & he was taken to the Sandoval County Detention Center while remaining employed with his department. KOAT
- ➤ Rio Rancho saw a 16% drop in reported crime from 2022 to 2024 as offenses fell from 8,681 to 7,283—declining in both violent and property crimes. City officials said increased police funding and specialized units helped keep the city safe as its population grew. Sandoval Signpost
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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
7-8 p.m. — The Clyde Hotel — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons under candlelight in a stunning setting.
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Virtual Tour of Senior Living
9 AM - 7 PM — The Rio Grande Gracious Retirement Living — Free entry — Explore award-winning senior living options and enjoy guided tours of exceptional facilities.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Ursula K. Le Guin
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