SANDIA PARK, N.M. — High in the Cibola National Forest, chain saws and hand tools have been steadily cutting through years of silence and overgrown deadfall. Sandia Peak Ski Area, New Mexico’s oldest ski destination, is deep in the middle of a ground-up restoration aimed at turning the historic mountain

TIJERAS, N.M. — Under the wide shade of an old trampoline in the East Mountains, a half-dozen pigs nap through the midday heat, oblivious to how narrow their escape from slaughter really was. Just a few yards away, an overweight pot-bellied pig named Rosie waddles toward the fence line at

TIJERAS, N.M. — Tackling metal storage containers packed with years of clutter might not sound like a community celebration, but volunteers turned out in force Saturday for a Day of Service at the East Mountain Food Pantry — clearing the path for a major expansion while pantry leaders grapple with

ESTANCIA, N.M. — Joshua Villafuerte pulled up on a trick-play sweep and delivered a 7-yard touchdown pass to Michael Murray through double coverage with 31 seconds remaining, lifting Estancia to a wild 40-39 victory over Raton on Friday night. In an explosive showdown featuring seven combined touchdowns of 30 or

Janessa Torres netted a brace and Moriarty’s defense clamped down as the Lady Pintos shut out Belen 2-0 on Thursday. With 27 goals through just seven games, Torres continues to pace the state in scoring. Junior keeper McKayla Miller preserved the clean sheet with four saves, bringing her season total

Following a 30-minute lightning delay on Thursday, Moriarty erupted for a dominant 5-0 shutout victory over St. Michael’s, improving to 5-4 on the season. The Pintos already held a 1-0 edge off a Jonah Buck strike when area thunderstorms halted play. Head coach Jordon Allcorn and his squad clearly made

TIJERAS, N.M. — For years, the East Mountain Food Pantry has served as a vital lifeline for local families facing food insecurity. On Saturday, the organization is asking the community to return the favor. The pantry is calling for volunteers to participate in a Day of Service on Sept. 19

SANTA FE, N.M. — The New Mexico Public Education Department has released its 2025–26 NM Vistas school performance and accountability data, establishing updated interim progress targets under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act and offering a detailed lens into performance across East Mountain and Estancia Valley school communities. Developed by

EDGEWOOD, N.M. — Sharp shooting and a sweep of the girls division by high school team captain Lily Baldonado highlighted the 2026 First Shot Archery Tournament, where Estancia Valley Classical Academy archers across three divisions tested their aim in both Bullseye and 3D competitions. The intra-squad event served as the

MORIARTY, N.M. — History was made inside a deafening, electric Moriarty High School gymnasium Tuesday night. After dropping the opening set and facing years of frustration against their Torrance County neighbors, the East Mountain Lady Timberwolves rallied with three straight masterclasses in composure to defeat the Moriarty Lady Pintos 3-1