Wednesday, November 20th, 2024

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Good morning, Rio Rancho. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Santa and Mrs. Claus joined hundreds of early Christmas shoppers at the Sandoval County Holiday Craft Fair, featuring over 30 vendors and hosted by the Sandoval County Employee Appreciation Committee. Sandoval Signpost
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A tragic two-vehicle crash in Rio Rancho claimed the lives of Craig Miller, his two children, and their unborn sibling, leaving the family and community in mourning. Sandoval Signpost
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ashli Knoell, a Cleveland High School STEAM and robotics teacher, was named a 2023-24 New Mexico Milken Educator Award recipient and has been selected as an ARTEFFECT Ambassador for the 2024-2025 cohort by the Lowell Milken Family Foundation. Sandoval Signpost
- ➤ Manzano High School implemented an early warning system, reducing chronic absenteeism from 65% to 35% by focusing on attendance, behavior, and course performance. KOAT
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Sandoval County Commission certified the General Election results on Nov. 15 with a 4-1 vote, despite acknowledging procedural errors and disqualification of ballots due to staffing challenges and oversight. Sandoval Signpost
SHOP NEWS
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NM Hobbler Gobbler Thanksgiving Day Run
Experience a festive running event in Rio Rancho with options for all ages, including 10K, 5K, and Kids K races, plus virtual participation.
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Transformative Wellness Weekend at Mesa Baptist Church
Experience a supportive weekend focused on healing from stress, anxiety, and burnout through guided sessions and fellowship.
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Patti LaBelle Concert with Brian Culbertson and Leela James
Patti LaBelle will perform live at the Rio Rancho Events Center, joined by Brian Culbertson and Leela James.
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