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Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Business
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Reno Air Racing Association offering scholarships for aspiring pilots
ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – The organization behind the National Championship Air Races is offering tens of thousands of dollars in scholarships for aspiring pilots. Multiple scholarships are up for grabs, covering $10,000 each. NMSU breaks ground on expansion for Aggie Innovation Space The program is in partnership with Eastern New Mexico University in Roswell. For more information on the scholarships that are available, click this link. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Health
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Roswell Animal Services facility to re-open Friday following deep cleaning for canine distemper
ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) — The Roswell Animal Services facility announced on Wednesday it will re-open on Friday after being deep cleaned. The organization says canine distemper was brought into the facility at 705 East McGaffey St. by one or more dogs from outside. Organizers address lodging concerns for National Championship Air Races in Roswell Full operations, including carrying out adoptions, accepting animals, and sending animal control officers to service calls, are expected to resume once that deep cleaning is finished. The facility has been closed since March 7. According to the American Veterinary Association, canine distemper is a contagious and serious disease that all dogs are at risk for. This virus attacks the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervous systems. As the virus spreads, dogs may display these symptoms: Discharge from the eyes and nose Fever Coughing Lethargy Reduced appetite Vomiting Diarrhea The virus is typically spread through airborne exposure, like sneezing, coughing, or barking. This can come from an infected dog or a wild animal. It can also be spread through shared food and water bowls. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
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Lovington man accused of stabbing woman, two minors
LOVINGTON, N.M. (KRQE) – A Lovington man accused in a recent stabbing was arrested Monday. Police say they were called to a home on the 900 block of W. Harrison to reports that a woman and two minors were stabbed. Organizers address lodging concerns for National Championship Air Races in Roswell Police say 33-year-old Oscar Herrera fled the scene on foot. Law enforcement canvassed the area and Herrera was found nearby and arrested. Police say all three victims were treated at the hospital and released. Herrera is now facing several charges. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
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KRQE Newsfeed: DWI scandal, Body cam released, Cloudier and warm, Housing shortage, Lodging concerns
Lobo basketball coach Richard Pitino leaves UNM for Big East job WATCH: DWI cases Albuquerque officers and paralegal made disappear Rio Rancho to review plans to redevelop old country club golf course Woman accused of damaging 21 government vehicles in Albuquerque New Mexico researcher helps discover new dinosaur species UNM researchers release study on hantavirus in New Mexico Gunman who killed 23 in racist attack at Texas Walmart is offered plea deal [1] Albuquerque police fire two officers who worked in DWI Unit – The Albuquerque Police Department announced on Tuesday that two officers who were part of the DWI Unit have been fired. Gustvo Gomez, a deputy commander, and Matthew Chavez, a lieutenant in the Valley Area Command, were both fired. Thirteen APD officers have left the department as part of the federal investigation. Four of them have pled guilty to federal charges. [2] Body camera footage shows moments after deputies discover Gene Hackman's body – Footage shows Santa Fe Sheriff's Deputies trying to figure out what led to the death of actor Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Arakawa. The medical investigation would later reveal that Arakawa died first of hantavirus. Authorities said Hackman died more than a week later of heart disease with complications from Alzheimer's. It was determined that one of their dogs died of starvation and dehydration. [3] Clouds moving in, weather still warm & dry – Isolated showers and thunderstorms will move into southern New Mexico and the northern mountains Wednesday and Thursday. Most of the rain though will evaporate before reaching the ground. This could cause locally gusty winds. Drier weather returns Friday, but so does the wind. Westerly winds could gust as high as 45 to 50 mph Friday. [4] Housing New Mexico launches program aiming to increase affordable housing – Housing New Mexico and the state department of finance are working together to increase affordable housing. The departments are launching the Rehab to Rental program. The program will offer forgivable loans up to $25,000 per unit to landlords who currently lease or agree to lease their properties to renters who use housing vouchers. The loans will allow landlords to make improvements that will make necessary improvements to the rental units. Housing partners are currently being invited to submit applications to become service providers. [5] Organizers address lodging concerns for National Championship Air Races in Roswell – The city of Roswell is addressing some lodging concerns as the city prepares to host the National Championship Air Races. A quick search for a room shows how scarce hotels and motels are going to be for the event. Organizers say they are confident in their decision to name Roswell as the host city. They are currently working on providing shuttles to the event from Carlsbad and Artesia. The air races will take place September 10 – 14. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Sport
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Organizers address lodging concerns for National Championship Air Races in Roswell
ROSWELL, N.M. (KRQE) – Excitement is building with just months until Roswell hosts thousands at the National Championship Air Races for the first time. But if you're looking for hotels to stay at during your visit, you might come across a message already showing they are sold out. Story continues below DWI Scandal: APD sergeant placed on leave in connection to DWI Unit scandal Local: Las Cruces community members mourn after deadly shooting at Young Park News Insiders: Albuquerque city councilors quash fire chief's staffing plans For the past six decades, the National Championship Air Races were hosted in Reno, Nevada. Upwards of 85,000 visitors attended the event last year. Roswell's mayor confirmed, the city's lack of lodging is a concern when it comes to hosting tens of thousands of people, but said the support of surrounding cities will help the event take flight. 'We're anticipating a large number of vehicles, a lot of campers, a lot of motor homes, and hotels are getting to be pretty scarce now,' said Mayor Timothy Jennings, City of Roswell. A quick search for a room shows just how scarce but organizers are confident in their decision to tap Roswell as the hosting city. 'Between the location, the safety, emergency services, and the commitment of the community and the state, those were all in Roswell's favor. But we knew from the beginning that Roswell only had about 2,500 hotel rooms,' said Frederick Telling, CEO for the National Championship Air Races. Organizers emphasized the event is designed to be regional, 'You can't look at this as a Roswell-only event. You have to look at it as a southeastern New Mexico event. And so, to that extent, we knew from the beginning that housing would be a challenge,' said Telling. The CEO is encouraging visitors to stay in surrounding towns like Artesia, Carlsbad, Portales, Clovis, or Ruidoso. So far, they're working on providing shuttles to the event from Carlsbad and Artesia. When asked if there's concern over not as many people coming out to the races, because of the extra inconvenience of driving, Telling responded, 'Yes, I'd be an idiot if I looked at you and said I don't have a concern. It's one of many things that keep me awake at night. The reality is we have traditionally had close to 50,000 extraordinarily loyal and supportive fans.' 'People come to see the airplanes, but they come back for the people,' said Telling. Other efforts to mitigate the shortage in lodging include building upwards of 400 RV spaces for racers, on-site camping options, increasing Airbnb's, and coordinating with rental car companies. 'While it is going to be a challenge for many, I think that at the same time, there's a whole new population who might say, you know, I think I ought to go to Roswell and see what these races are all about,' said Telling. Organizers said much of the funding for the added infrastructure, like the new grandstands, came from the state, city, and county. The air races will take place September 10-14. For more information, go to Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
