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Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Rio Rancho. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ PNM’s parent company TXNM filed an application on Monday to sell PNM to Blackstone for $11.5 billion and detailed a deal that includes a $105 million acquisition rate credit to lower residential bills by 3.5% if state and federal regulators approve. The deal keeps PNM locally managed—ensuring investments in clean energy and the local workforce while Blackstone holds TXNM for at least 10 years. KOAT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A viewer video captured a bear crossing a dirt road near Chessman Drive NE in northern Rio Rancho on Monday, Aug. 25, and KOAT has contacted New Mexico Game & Fish for further updates. KOAT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Engineer Elizabeth Anderson denied the transfer of water rights needed to reopen the Copper Flat Mine near Hillsboro because it could lower future water supply and break state water deals with Texas—concerns that affect local homes and farms. KOAT
SEASONAL NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR One of our top fall decor picks is this true-to-life fall foliage garland. It’s perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more. The Buy
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Falling for Fall: Our Favorite Early Autumn Decor Picks
Psst. Is it too soon to say…boo? Look away, summer fans. If you’re ready for fall, read on for our top decor picks:
- This true-to-life fall foliage garland is perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more.
- Add these pumpkin-shaped “Hello Fall” coasters to your dinner table or coffee bar.
- Pet + autumn lovers, this embroidered ”Happy Pawtumn” hand towel may be your favorite find of the season.
- Sprinkle these cute ceramic ghosts around the house for an understated nod to Halloween.
- Create a beautiful autumnal tablescape with this burlap runner + best-selling set of assorted mini pumpkins, leaves, and acorns.
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