UNM basketball teams return to action as details remain unclear
By Jesus Mata / NM News Port The University of New Mexico’s women’s and men’s basketball teams will be returning to the court this winter after a long delay caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The women’s team kicked off the season with two non-conference wins last week, beating Midwestern State 93-65 on Friday and Sam […]
Video games offer escape for stressed, overworked students
By Jesus Mata / The Daily Lobo Editor’s Note: This story was originally published by the Daily Lobo, minus the YouTube video below. Video games have become a refuge in many people’s lives during the coronavirus pandemic, and studies show that video games are a ray of light for mental health amid dark times. Video […]
NM United supporters make it their goal to uplift community
By Bodie “Bo” Russell / NM News Port Fans of Albuquerque’s professional soccer team, New Mexico United, are not letting up. Despite a rough year, disrupted by the pandemic, they’re still showing their support of the team and the community. “We’re having to come up with creative ways, ways to support the team,” said supporter […]
Local restaurants navigate new dining rules after latest health order
By Gabrielle Hockstra-Johnson / NM News Port New Mexico’s restaurants just endured another statewide ban on in-person dining due to the coronavirus — crippling income and forcing layoffs. Now Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has enacted a new health order which started December 2, providing at least a little more room for restaurants to serve customers. […]
The Albuquerque Artwalk is up and walking
By Gabrielle Hockstra-Johnson / NM News Port COVID-19 has taken out sporting events, concerts and other gatherings during its long stay in New Mexico, but the Albuquerque Artwalk has adapted to all the restrictions that come with the pandemic. The next monthly art walk is scheduled for Nov. 6. Gabriel Gallegos, the ABQ Artwalk program […]
New Mexico’s film industry reckons with COVID-19
By William Jennings / NM News Port The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has introduced an unprecedented crisis for the film and television industry, causing productions to shutter almost entirely while venues like theaters and festivals have also been forced to close their doors. What few productions that have started filming again must follow strict safety precautions, […]
With Balloon Fiesta grounded, local businesses struggle
By Spencer Butler / NM News Port One of New Mexico’s highest-profile COVID cancelations year was that of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, an annual nine-day hot air balloon festival and the largest annual tourist draw for the city. In the wake of the cancellation, the Balloon Fall Fest, was created by the city of […]
The Guild Cinema prepares to reopen safely
By William Jennings / NM News Port The Guild Cinema on Central Ave. in Albuquerque’s Nob Hill area is just one of nearly 60 theaters in New Mexico that have been closed the last five months because of the coronavirus pandemic. Keif Henley, the Guild’s owner, says he’s ready to get the theater back up […]
Drive-in movie theaters appear as safe alternatives to indoor screenings
By Jesus Mata / NM News Port The summer movie season was largely lost due to COVID-19 measures that forced the closure of indoor theaters but, thanks to some entrepreneurial individuals, drive-ins have appeared as suitable and safe substitutes. Motorama, located at a former horse racing track in Santa Fe, is a new addition to […]
State park hours cut, visitations down as COVID restrictions continue
By Gabrielle Hockstra-Johnson / NM News Port Serene, silent and green. The Rio Grande Nature Center, along the Bosque in Albuquerque’s North Valley, has enjoyed a slow summer thanks to changes forced by COVID-19. The state park, like many around New Mexico, is open only three days a week. The visitor center is closed as […]