AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoWildfire Watch: A lightning-sparked Deer Canyon fire in Torrance County grew to 117 acres and triggered evacuations as smoke pushed toward homes; officials say no structures were hit so far. Road Closures: Albuquerque’s I-25 Montgomery Boulevard bridge demolition starts with full northbound and southbound closures for about five days starting June 28, with overnight work and detours via frontage roads. Public Lands Funding: The Gila, Lincoln and Cibola national forests are seeking applicants for a Southern New Mexico Resource Advisory Committee to help review projects funded under Secure Rural Schools. Screwworm Alert (Travel + Livestock): New World screwworm has been confirmed in Texas and a first New Mexico case (a dog), with officials urging calm and preparedness rather than panic. Local Culture + Shopping: Xol Original opened a new Indigenous trading post and gallery at Hotel Chaco’s Sawmill District, including a tamales-for-moccasins exchange. Tourism Spotlight: Santa Fe is being celebrated nationally after ranking No. 1 for “Best Cities in the U.S.” and No. 19 globally, with more group-friendly convention growth. Summer Road Trip Deals: Choice Hotels launched a “Detours Worth Taking” guide that spotlights Taos, New Mexico, among other unexpected summer stops. Pet Safety: Bernalillo County is hosting free microchip blitz events at Santa Fe Village Dog Park (June 22), Tingley Field (June 24), and North Domingo Dog Park (June 26).
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