Rio Rancho Local News

Two separate armed threats hit Rio Rancho schools just 18 minutes apart on the first full week of classes.

• 8:07 a.m.: Man pointed a firearm at...

St. Felix Pantry is raffling a $25,000 AC unit with installation for just $40 to fund food support for over 600 weekly guests during slow summer...

• Long-awaited launch: Rio Rancho Public Schools welcomed its first full-day preschool class at Puesta Del Sol on Monday, fulfilling years of parent...

Rio Rancho High briefly entered shelter-in-place Monday after an adult threatened security staff, but the individual left immediately with no student...

A proposed state trust land sale is expected to increase Rio Rancho's housing supply with up to 1,400 new homes.

Rio Rancho families explored hands-on robotics, drones, and 3D printing at R4 Creating's fourth annual free STEM festival held in its new building. Founding Executive Director Dr. Shelly Gruenig encouraged ongoing visits for tours and learning.

Two flexible customer service roles are hiring locally for Rio Rancho residents.

• Wireless Sales Pro (Premium Retail Services): $12.50/hour base...

O'Hare's Grille & Pub has anchored Rio Rancho since 1996 as a family-owned Irish-themed spot where locals gather for consistent comfort food and craft...

Rio Rancho residents should brace for dangerous heat near 100 degrees under advisories through Friday evening, plus weekend risks of strong storms with hail, gusty winds and heavy rain in the Albuquerque metro area.

Sandoval County high school juniors and seniors now have until Aug. 21 to apply for the Junior County Treasurer Program, which includes a new $5,000...

Three Rio Rancho dogs need patient adopters who can meet their unique needs.

• Fisher, a 2-year-old silver Lab, requires an experienced owner for...

Meals on Wheels has expanded face-to-face deliveries from Albuquerque and Rio Rancho to Bernalillo and Placitas while aiming to serve 330,000 meals...

Three new speed cameras go live in Rio Rancho. Residents should watch for these enforcement tools on local roads.

The Rio Rancho Public Library Bookmobile brings books, audiobooks, movies, video games, and free Wi-Fi to parks, senior centers, and community spots...

Rio Rancho's service sector shows steady hiring across grocery and hospitality roles.

• Grocery retail options include part-time dairy clerk, night...

• Campus security leads priorities with Evolv weapons detection at most middle and high schools, plus new vape detection tech and electronic door...

Shoppers get free entry to local vendors selling goods at Cabezon Park this Saturday.

• Date & Time: August 8, 8 AM–2 PM
• Location: 2307 Cabezon Blvd, Rio Rancho
• Details: All ages welcome; vendor spots were $35 (registration closed July 31)

Rio Rancho saw 13 arrests in the weekly RRPD report, spanning DWI, property crimes, and violations.

• DWI cases included Adrian Apodaca near Unser and...

Despite 100-degree heat, Mariposa families attended National Night Out to connect with Rio Rancho police and build trust. The event let officers answer questions, hand out treats, and emphasize community partnerships for crime prevention.

• August 22-23 at Expo New Mexico: hundreds of vehicles on display
• Family-friendly fun includes live entertainment, vendor fair, and food
• Benefits...