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Mountainair Town Council Votes To Clean Things Up

Mountainair Town Council Votes To Clean Things Up

The January 7, 2025, meeting of the Mountainair Town Council was primarily focused on Ordinance 01-2025, the proposed property maintenance ordinance. Nonetheless, the town council addressed multiple other matters as well, including the 2024 activities of Mountainair’s Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services (EMS), an Open Meetings Act resolution,

Upcoming Events for January 13, 2025

Upcoming Events for January 13, 2025

Do you want to advertise your Torrance County 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 This Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, has been declared a National Day of Mourning in

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Sandia and Manzano Mountains

Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Sandia and Manzano Mountains

At 7:40 PM on January 7, 2025, the National Weather Service’s (NWS) Albuquerque office issued a winter weather advisory for the Sandia and Manzano Mountains. This advisory will be in effect until 8:00 AM on January 8, 2025. What to Expect The NWS reported that residents should

Upcoming Events for January 6, 2025

Upcoming Events for January 6, 2025

Do you want to advertise your Torrance County 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 This Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, has been declared a National Day of Mourning in

Winter Weather Returns Midweek with Snow and Cold Temperatures

Winter Weather Returns Midweek with Snow and Cold Temperatures

The Albuquerque office of the National Oceanagraphic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has issued a special weather statement for next week. After a stretch of record-breaking warmth, winter will make a strong comeback this week across northern and central New Mexico, bringing widespread snowfall and significantly colder temperatures. Starting Tuesday through

NMSU Extension Classes Teach Preservation and Prepping Skills

NMSU Extension Classes Teach Preservation and Prepping Skills

Throughout December 2024, New Mexico State University's (NMSU) Extension Program offered classes in Torrance County regarding dehydrating food for long-term storage and preparing and canning jams and jellies. On December 16, 2024, Maberry, CES County Program Director, Extension Family and Consumer Science Agent/4-H Representative, and Deborah Olivas,

Mountainair Meds & More Fundraiser by MMAC

Mountainair Meds & More Fundraiser by MMAC

On January 12, 2025, beginning at 2:00 PM, the Manzano Mountain Art Council (MMAC) will be hosting a fundraiser musical performance to benefit Mountainair Meds & More. This will be the very first organ recital at MMAC, and will include the following pieces: * W.A. Mozart’s Adagio and

Fire Weather Watch Issued for Saturday: High Fire Risk Due to Low Humidity, Strong Winds, and Warm Temperatures

Fire Weather Watch Issued for Saturday: High Fire Risk Due to Low Humidity, Strong Winds, and Warm Temperatures

The National Weather Service in Albuquerque has issued a Fire Weather Watch from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Saturday, January 4, 2025.

Upcoming Events for December 30, 2024

Upcoming Events for December 30, 2024

Do you want to advertise your Torrance County 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 Advanced Care Planning Workshop * First and third Tuesdays of every

Upcoming Events for December 23, 2024

Upcoming Events for December 23, 2024

Do you want to advertise your Torrance County 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 Advanced Care Planning Workshop * First and third Tuesdays of every

MMAC Hosts Papier-Mâché Workshop for Community Members

MMAC Hosts Papier-Mâché Workshop for Community Members

On Sunday, December 8, 2024, the Manzano Mountain Art Council (MMAC) hosted a lively and hands-on papier-mâché workshop led by local artist Samantha Kaye. The event drew Mountainair residents eager to explore the art of sculpting with papier-mâché. Participants got their hands messy crafting unique creations, with some choosing to

Upcoming Events for December 16, 2024

Upcoming Events for December 16, 2024

Do you want to advertise your Torrance County 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 Advanced Care Planning Workshop * First and third Tuesdays of every

What Goes Into a Story And How You Can Help

Editorial Update

What Goes Into a Story And How You Can Help

Dear friend, Today marks the second week of Mountainair Dispatch's year-end campaign, and I couldn’t be more grateful to share how your support made a big impact in 2024 and give a glimpse into my plans for 2025. As a reader of the Mountainair Dispatch, you know

Upcoming Events for December 9, 2024

Upcoming Events for December 9, 2024

Do you want to advertise your Torrance County 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 Advanced Care Planning Workshop * First and third Tuesdays of every

Arts and Crafts Fair Bring Gifts to MMAC

Arts and Crafts Fair Bring Gifts to MMAC

This Saturday, December 7, 2024, the Manzano Mountain Art Council and the Mountainair Rotary co-hosted the annual Christmas Arts and Crafts Fair with a sizable turnout of customers.

Police Uniforms and a Possible Chamber of Commerce Return Addressed by Town Council

Police Uniforms and a Possible Chamber of Commerce Return Addressed by Town Council

On the corner of Broadway and Sunset Avenue, opposite the metal cowboy sculpture posting guard at the United Business Bank, Mountainair’s lone police vehicle sat in the growing dark. Sunset came to an end just before the Mountainair Town Council meeting began on December 3, 2024. During the department

Salinas Pueblo Missions Seeking Two Park Guides

Salinas Pueblo Missions Seeking Two Park Guides

Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument is hiring two Park Guide positions to join our Interpretation and Visitor Services Team for the Summer 2025 season! This is the perfect position for aspiring leaders. The position is open to those who have maintained a permanent and exclusive residence for a minimum of

Torrance County Accepting Letters of Interest for Planning and Zoning Board

Torrance County Accepting Letters of Interest for Planning and Zoning Board

The Torrance County Commission is accepting letters of interest from the populace of either District 1 or District 2 to fill an “at large” vacancy on the Planning and Zoning Board. Eligible applicants for appointment to the Planning and Zoning Board shall meet the following minimum requirements: A. Own or

Upcoming Events for December 2, 2024

Upcoming Events for December 2, 2024

Do you want to advertise your Torrance County 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 Advanced Care Planning Workshop * First and third Tuesdays of every

Upcoming Events for November 25, 2024

Upcoming Events for November 25, 2024

Do you want to advertise your Torrance County 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 Advanced Care Planning Workshop * First and third Tuesdays of every

B Street Market Thanksgiving Dinner

B Street Market Thanksgiving Dinner

B Street Market will be hosting its Thanksgiving Dinner again for the seventh year. The Thanksgiving Dinner will take place on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Each plate will be $16.00. The menu will be as follows: * Turkey or ham

Senior Citizens Christmas Gift Baskets

Senior Citizens Christmas Gift Baskets

The Estancia Public Library is seeking donations for its Senior Citizens Christmas Gift Baskets program now through December 20, 2024. This is an opportunity to bring holiday cheer to senior citizens. The library has said that its biggest needs are snacks (including diabetes-friendly snacks), puzzle books (large print is an

Upcoming Event: Bingo Night

Upcoming Event: Bingo Night

The Torrance County DWI Prevention Program and the Partnership for a Healthy Torrance County are hosting a bingo night tonight, Friday, November 22, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the DWI Memorial of Perpetual Tears, 600 N Broadway, Moriarty, NM 87035. (Click here for a link

Follow-up on November 20, 2024, Rural Virtual Networking Meeting

Paid-members only

Follow-up on November 20, 2024, Rural Virtual Networking Meeting

RAVEN Meeting Details: November 20, 2024

Paid-members only

RAVEN Meeting Details: November 20, 2024

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