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From a hypersonic missile factory to breaking news in Bernalillo and a playful Boba Catch photo, Observer journalists earned 18 New Mexico Press Association awards. 🏆https://t.co/ff5psJVVFF

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Down a goal with under 10 seconds left, the Goatheads tied Saturday’s game with one second to go. Idaho won in overtime, then swept the series. 🏒https://t.co/imz23Fs0JY

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The Goatheads’ first night ended 4-1—but not without a milestone. Cameron Buhl scored the first goal in New Mexico franchise history in front of a sold-out crowd. 🏒https://t.co/YClt9fv9mW

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New Mexico has seen pro hockey teams fold, leagues run out of money and a nearly 20-year gap. Now the Goatheads are set to write the next chapter. 🏒 https://t.co/s6ioJkZJ9U

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“An acceptable number of loss of life ... should be zero.” After years of deadly crashes on US 550, Sandoval County commissioners say it’s time for action. https://t.co/YWEXpZC0Gs

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For 17 years, New Mexico has waited for pro hockey. Tommorow, the Goatheads bring it back—giving local fans a new team to rally behind and coach Zack Stortini a first season full of unknowns, ambition and the promise of a fresh start. https://t.co/5Rcz9YcTIL

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Residents overwhelmingly opposed it. Still, Rio Rancho’s P&Z Board approved rezoning for a 55-unit luxury apartment complex 4-1. 🏢 https://t.co/ARDbqXZuCV

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Final round of voting for the 2026 Rio Rancho Observer Readers' Choice is now open! Vote once per day per email address through Sept. 6. https://t.co/16pK079J9V

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Residents spoke out against Flock cameras last night during the Rio Rancho Governing Body meeting while city officials defended their use https://t.co/r2yYgbR93X

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Final round of voting for the 2026 Rio Rancho Observer Readers' Choice is now open! Vote once per day per email address through Sept. 6. https://t.co/16pK079J9V

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Final round of voting for the 2026 Rio Rancho Observer Readers' Choice is now open! Vote once per day per email address through Sept. 6. https://t.co/16pK079J9V

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As drought continues, Corrales approves its 40-year water plan https://t.co/5fwyf5iU3i

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What impact could Castelion's latest round of investments have on Sandoval County's Project Ranger site? https://t.co/RHnPiO3kYB

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A local poet has been recognized on the national stage as part of Freedom 250 https://t.co/0nZRilwYMr

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A Rio Rancho city councilor announced his November resignation this morning

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Rio Rancho's municipal elections have been held separately from state elections due to a voter ID clause in the city charter. However, the city clerk reviewed the heavy financial and time costs of the current model, proposing potential changes for the future. Link in comments

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Hundreds of pages of documents outline what allegedly happened the day 15-year-old Adrian Maestas was shot and killed in Rio Rancho

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Isotopes Tickets are now all gone! Thank you to everyone who came out! Enjoy the game! ⚾️

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Readers!

After last week's customer service event, a limited number of Isotopes tickets remain for the game Tuesday, July 21, 6:35 vs. Round Rock Express. While supplies last, first come, first served. Limit 6. Our office is located at 2316 Southern Blvd. Suite B.

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