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Attorneys representing Joaquin Sanchez, convicted in late April of killing Joshua Vigil during a New Year’s Eve party on Dec. 31, 2021, filed a motion Monday requesting a new trial, citing missteps by the judge and the court that may have unfairly affected his chances at a fair trial. Sanchez was convicted of second-degree murder following a ...Vanessa Maciel. Published on Apr 4, 2024. Artist, author and educator Bernadette Maldonado holds copies of her books, “Color as You Like” and “Asha Goes North” at the Corner Art Gallery on March 27. Maldonado will have a book signing for her books on Saturday from 1-4 p.m. at the gallery, 1815 Plaza Road. Vanessa Maciel/Optic …Published on Feb 17, 2022. Optic file photo. New Mexico Highlands University has 17 deficiencies in its annual audit, including nine significant deficiencies, according to the New Mexico State Auditor's office. Many of the findings dealt with inadequate control over finances and delegation of duties, including a pair of repeat findings.Published on Aug 11, 2022. Benjamin (Benjie) Torres. Benjamin “Benjie” Torres, 64, a resident of Guadalupita, N.M., passed away tragically on Sunday, Aug. 7, 2022. He was born on Sept. 9, 1957. He was preceded in death by his parents, Policarpio and Lorencita Candelario Torres; and brother Johnny Johnson. Benjie is survived by his daughter ...A New Mexico judge on Thursday granted Mark Zuckerberg’s request to be dropped from a lawsuit that alleges his company has failed to protect young users from …Here in New Mexico, we're trying to figure out how to lift our schools out of the cellar. School districts are giving new emphasis to Career Technical Education, which combines "book learning" with on-the-job training to prepare high school students for the working world. Plus, the state just passed a $1.3 billion budget for higher ...Published on Apr 10, 2024. Stock photo. A cyberattack has shut down most operations on the New Mexico Highlands University campus and led to the canceling of most classes for at least 11 days. David Lepre, vice president of marketing, communications and government relations for NMHU, confirmed via an email statement sent on Tuesday that the ...La Cocina Lucero is located inside the Villanueva General Store, 1227 State Highway 3. It is currently only open on Saturdays and Sundays, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information about La Cocina Lucero, search for the restaurant on Facebook, or call the Villanueva General Store at 575-421-2265.Yolanda graduated from Peñasco High School in 1988. She lived in Las Vegas, N.M. for many years and attended New Mexico Highlands University receiving her bachelors in Business Administration in 1992. After completing internships in Phoenix, Ariz., Alamogordo, N.M. and Vera Cruz, Mexico, she moved to Kansas, working at several …Although born in Maryland, Clayton said he has lived in Las Vegas his entire life. He said that, through his mother’s side of his family, he has strong roots that go deep into Northern New Mexico. “I am the son of Maria Conferina Peña and the grandson of Eisabel Peña (and) Matilde Sanchez,” Clayton said.Jail Log 3/8/2024. Published on Mar 7, 2024. The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between February 27 and March 4, 2024: Abra Bustos, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony). Robert Bowie, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony), Bench Warrant Failure to Comply.Published on Dec 28, 2023. Las Vegas City Schools Board of Education Superintendent L. Larryssa Archuleta's current contract has been extended by two years, according to a press release from the Board. Archuleta's contract was discussed and renewed during a regular school board meeting on Dec. 21. The vote was 3-2 in favor of Archuleta ...Jail Log 4/12/2024. Published on Apr 11, 2024. The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between April 2 and April 8, 2024: Dale Marvin Benavidez, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Felony), Disorderly Conduct. Britten Mount, Probation Violation (Adult).Las Vegas Optic e-Edition. Receive our newspaper electronically with the e-Edition email. Latest Headlines. Have the latest local news delivered so you don't miss out on updates. Manage your lists. ... Las Vegas, NM 87701 Phone: 505-425-6796 Email: [email protected]. Follow UsI thank President Biden for his signature today and the administration's ongoing support for New Mexicans." Las Vegas Mayor Louie Trujillo told the Optic on Thursday, "The passage of the federal legislation will restore hope for the people and local governments in northern New Mexico who have suffered horrific damage."Las Vegas is a popular destination for tourists, and the city is served by McCarran International Airport. With so many people coming and going, it can be difficult to find the bes...Gilbert G. Lopez. Gilbert G. Lopez, 72, passed away suddenly at his home on March 2, 2024. He was born in Las Vegas N.M. to the Late Pedro and Arselia Lopez on Jan. 17, 1952. Gilbert was known to many as MacGyver, Covas, and Uncle Gillie. He was known for the work he did in the community for his plumbing business “Lopez Plumbing and Heating ...Las Vegas Optic. To view our latest e-Edition click the image on the left. Submit Your News We're always interested in hearing about news in our community. Let us know what's going on! Go to form ... Las Vegas, NM 87701 Phone: 505-425-6796 Email: [email protected]. Follow UsPublished on Mar 14, 2024. Photo courtesy of Robert Archuleta. The New Mexico Attorney General’s Office has opened a satellite office of its consumer protection division in Las Vegas, with the goal that it will be a resource for those navigating issues related to the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire. This satellite office for consumer protection ...Las Vegas Optic reports. The Calf Canyon/Hermits Peak Fire was the largest and most destructive wildfire in recorded New Mexico history, burning from April to August 2022 in San Miguel, Mora and Taos counties. The fire was formed through the merging of two individual wildfires, which started on April 6 and April 19 and merged together on …Claims must be presented either to the undersigned personal representative at the address listed below, or filed with the Probate Court of San Miguel County, New Mexico, located at the following address: 500 West National Ave., Las Vegas, N.M. 87701. Dated: 4/23/2024 /s/ Charles A. Gabbert, personal representative 1021 Jackson Street Las Vegas ...Oct 17, 2023 · Ryan Lowery. Las Vegas Chief of Police Antonio Salazar was placed on paid administrative leave Tuesday as the city investigates a “police call for service” at Salazar’s home, Mayor Louie Trujillo told the Optic in a text message. Salazar was appointed by Trujillo in the summer of 2021 and approved by the Las Vegas City Council during an ...Published by Las Vegas Optic from Aug. 14 to Aug. 15, 2015. ... New Mexico. August 16, 2015. OUR CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO THE GARZA FAMILY,GOD BLESS YOU ALL. DARLENE LUCERO. August 16, 2015.Published on Aug 31, 2023. The following individuals were booked into the San Miguel County Detention Center between August 22 and August 28, 2023: Karrie Archuleta, APO Arrest Order, Possession of a Controlled Substance (Misdemeanor). James P. Garza, Shoplifting (Over $500 But Not More Than $2,500) (Two Counts), Shoplifting ($250 or Less ...

Vanessa Maciel. A chef who helped Bar Castañeda take off after its 2019 reopening has been recognized as a 2023 Local Hero by Edible New Mexico magazine. Jeremy Schmidt, 36, executive sous chef at Bar Castañeda, was given the Spotlight Award: Back of House recognition, which is one of several of the magazine's local hero subcategories.A year and a half ago, NM Justice40 was formed as a way to disseminate information to groups hoping to access federal Justice40 funding. Los Jardines Institute, along with the Las Vegas Peace & Justice Center and more than 60 other organizations from around New Mexico have been holding virtual meetings twice a month to organize, …Browse or search for obituaries in the Las Vegas Optic (Las Vegas, New Mexico) on Ancestry®.The property to be sold is located at 747 Kathryn Drive, Las Vegas, New Mexico 87701, and is more particularly described as follows: LOT TWO (2) OF THE BROWN SUBDIVISION, IN LAS VEGAS, SAN MIGUEL COUNTY, NEW MEXICO, AS SHOWN ON PLAT FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE SAN MIGUEL CLERK, SEPTEMBER 25, 1958 IN BOOK 196, PAGE 240,

Courtesy photo. A little blue bus that once helped transport people from Holman to Las Vegas and back has had its route suspended due to lack of a driver. “Due to a shortage of drivers available, at this stage we regretfully had to suspend the route,” said Rick L’Amie, communications and marketing manager for North Central Regional ...News. Business. Data shows Las Vegas’ Main Street District continues to grow. Las Vegas Optic reports. Published on Mar 2, 2023. Courtesy photo. New economic development data released in February ……

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