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Albuquerque takes a day to promote swimming safety for all ages
1+ hour, 50+ min ago (272+ words) Aquatics Lesson Program manager Julia Romero said folks should know all the city has to offer at its public pools. The entire month of May has been designated for promoting water safety nationwide, and Sunday was a special day for…...
Nexus Summer Camps registration open
1+ week, 4+ day ago (67+ words) KOAT Search location by ZIP code Nexus Summer Camps registration open Registration for Rio Rancho Public Schools Nexus Summer Camp is now open. The summer camp is for sixth through eighth graders looking to dive into science, technology, engineering, math…...
Albuquerque summer program registration opens today
1+ week, 6+ day ago (182+ words) The program runs from June 15 through July 31 at 20 community centers and two multigenerational centers. Registration will remain open for the next two weeks, but officials note that participation is determined through a lottery system, meaning it is not guaranteed. After…...
Bruce Campbell, 'Evil Dead' actor, says he has cancer that is not 'curable"
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (245+ words) Bruce Campbell, star of "Evil Dead," announced that he was diagnosed with cancer that is "treatable" but not curable. Campbell posted to X, the app formerly known as Twitter, saying, "Hi folks, these. .. Bruce Campbell, star of "Evil Dead," announced…...
Tradition renewed with Zozobra torch passing down
10+ mon, 21+ hour ago (380+ words) The fourth-ever fire dancer is preparing the next generation to wield the torch Thousands gather every year for the annual Burning of Zozobra. And one essential part of the fiery ritual is the Fire Spirit, a powerful dancing figure that…...
Albuquerque Public Schools working to keep classrooms cool
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (257+ words) Some schools are still facing cooling issues, even as APS rolls out a new system to replace failing HVAC units and improve reliability As the school year begins and temperatures continue to soar, keeping classrooms cool is a top priority…...
Extreme heat this afternoon with virga storms in western region
9+ mon, 1+ week ago (63+ words) IT IS 523 NOW. WE ARE TRACKING EXTREME HEAT ACROSS THE STATE THIS AFTERNOON. SO IT IS AN IMPACT DAY. WE HAVE SOME STORMS THAT ARE GOING TO DEVELOP AS WELL FOR THE WESTERN REGION, AND THAT'S. .. Search location by ZIP…...
Summer is prime time for moving company scams
11+ mon, 1+ day ago (202+ words) Better Business Bureau says watch for red flags, and protect yourself Summer is a popular time for moving. However, it's important to do homework to avoid becoming a victim of moving scammers who operate illegally and dishonestly, and can rob…...
Sunscreen is recommended, whichever you choose
10+ mon, 1+ day ago (202+ words) Chemical sunscreen soaks up UV rays; physical sunscreen blocks rays like a mirror Even if you love the sun, it can be dangerous. One in five people in the U. S. get skin cancer, but only 14% use sunscreen every day, says KOAT…...
Heat and medications don't always mix. Here's how to stay safe this summer
10+ mon, 3+ week ago (204+ words) As summer temperatures rise, the risk of heat-related illnesses increases, especially for those on certain medications. Some commonly prescribed medications can heighten the body's susceptibility to heat, according to Dr. Jesse Bracamonte, a family physician at the Mayo Clinic. "People…...