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Bright Spot - Albuquerque Journal | ABQ Good News Stories

Rescued tiger cub gets new home at Colorado animal sanctuary

The male Bengal tiger cub that Albuquerque police found inside a mobile home while investigating a shooting last month is healthy and content in his new Colorado home — and has gained 5 pounds since he entered quarantine at the ABQ BioPark Zoo.

Published: Friday, February 17th, 2023 at 9:35AM
Updated: Friday, February 17th, 2023 at 10:23PM

Roosevelt students are learning futuristic farming

A simple question — “What are the major challenges facing food production for the future?” — grew into a research project on how to sustainably grow food indoors.

Thursday, February 16th, 2023 at 9:42PM

Passion’s Story: Nonprofit salon in Albuquerque plans to help at-risk women learn the business of beauty

Gala scheduled for Feb. 18 at the Albuquerque Marriott Pyramid to promote the project.

Monday, February 13th, 2023 at 9:32PM

Diné weaver Tyra Preston, who is crafting a rug for the Balloon Museum, embraces her culture through art

Preston weaves every weekend and estimates her rug, 'Let Hope Float,' will be 8 feet by 7 feet.

Published: Saturday, February 11th, 2023 at 7:00AM
Updated: Saturday, February 11th, 2023 at 7:15AM

These New Mexicans are thrilled to participate in Super Bowl flyover

New Mexicans thrilled to participate in flyover at Sunday's big game, making history as part of a flyover that for the first time is piloted by an all-female team of pilots.

Published: Thursday, February 9th, 2023 at 8:25PM
Updated: Thursday, February 9th, 2023 at 9:23PM

Nervous flyer? These therapy dogs at ABQ Sunport can help

One handler says the dogs have magical powers to ease anxiety.

Thursday, February 9th, 2023 at 6:40PM

Slurpers show up for Roadrunner Food Bank's Souper Bowl

It was the chefs — not the Chiefs — who battled in this Souper Bowl.

Saturday, February 4th, 2023 at 8:55PM

Metro Court judges to conduct Valentine's Day weddings

The Bernalillo County Metropolitan Court will be sharing the love when judges perform Valentine's Day weddings for the public. The long-standing tradition is now in its 23rd year. The weddings...

Published: Thursday, January 26th, 2023 at 3:32PM
Updated: Saturday, February 4th, 2023 at 6:09PM

'Travels with Darley': PBS travel show visits New Mexico, where host started her career

Darley Newman is host of "Travels with Darley," which airs nationally. "New Mexico always holds a special place in my heart," she said. "This is why I always get back there."

Published: Thursday, January 26th, 2023 at 9:40PM
Updated: Thursday, January 26th, 2023 at 10:07PM

'Early Show with Alax': In new show, an alien visits New Mexico to learn about childcare

The state's Early Childhood Education Department is producing a program designed to inform families with little ones. Here's how to watch.

Thursday, January 26th, 2023 at 3:04PM

70 years, one family and all the red and green you can eat

Company started out as a family-owned store, and has grown to nearly 300 regular employees.

May 14, 2021 5:25PM

Book looks at the brilliant but brief life of Native American cartoonist Eva Mirabal

Eva Mirabal was a firebrand, a painter and muralist and likely the first female Native…

May 1, 2021 5:02PM

Albuquerque teen launches pop-up aimed at helping the planet

Gabrielle Parrulli is changing the community one refill at a time.Parrulli, 17, is the ...

April 10, 2021 5:02PM

Going above and bee-yond: Off duty firefighter removes swarm from car

Hobby beekeeper relocates 15,000 bees that invaded a vehicle while driver grocery shopped

March 29, 2021 4:01PM

Without fear: Diagnosed with a rare disease, New Mexican uses his experiences to uplift others

George Mendoza is trailblazing.Over the course of his life, there have been many chapt ...

March 13, 2021 4:02PM

Forging the future: Four Black leaders in New Mexico talk about those who inspired them

This month across the United States, people are shining the spotlight on the achievements of…

February 27, 2021 4:02PM

New Mexico State cools off UNM bats in 2-0 baseball win

New Mexico passed laws protecting access to abortion. Opponents ready for legal fight — even to U.S. Supreme Court.

Comstock Act: How does it fit in the abortion debate?

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Kids connect with nature at ABQ BioPark’s spring break ...

Nearly 50 elementary school kids are ... Nearly 50 elementary school kids are spending all or some of the five days of their spring break visiting the attractions that make up ...

March 21, 2023 4:30AM

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Santa Fe santero Luis Tapia has won the nation’s ...

Famed for blending the Hispanic carving ... Famed for blending the Hispanic carving tradition with contemporary commentary, Santa Fe santero Lui ...

March 19, 2023 7:15AM

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10-year-old spurs family's business to take on adopting Albuquerque ...

At only 10 years old, Lleyton ... At only 10 years old, Lleyton Kelly was the impetus behind his family's business choosing the ABQ Ride Adopt-A-Stop program for their community service ...

March 17, 2023 5:11PM

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ABQ BioPark Zoo program aims to recycle old cellphones

The ABQ BioPark Zoo is collaborating ... The ABQ BioPark Zoo is collaborating on a program with ECO-CELL to recycle old cellphones.

March 17, 2023 1:15PM

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Lensic 360 set to bring music programming across NM

Longtime promoters Jamie Lenfestey, Tim Franke ... Longtime promoters Jamie Lenfestey, Tim Franke to run initiative

March 11, 2023 3:15PM

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Grant to help Indigenous students in New Mexico pursue ...

Two New Mexico teachers are celebrating ... Two New Mexico teachers are celebrating after getting a grant to help their Indigenous students purs ...

March 10, 2023 3:37AM

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GallupARTS receives $400,000 grant for virtual project

The Gallup New Deal Art Virtual ... The Gallup New Deal Art Virtual Museum has received another big boost from the National Endowment fo ...

March 3, 2023 3:40AM

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Grant to allow Georgia O'Keeffe's home to host children's ...

Thanks to an $18,000 grant from ... Thanks to an $18,000 grant from the National Trust for Historic Preservation, Georgia O'Keeffe's Abiquiú home will be open for field trips for students ...

February 26, 2023 4:30AM

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Votes are in: Journal readers pick clear favorite in ...

Four flavors snubbed by poll-takers. Four flavors snubbed by poll-takers.

February 21, 2023 6:03PM