Good morning, this is Albuquerque Local Pulse for Sunday, August seventeenth. Our city is waking up to an August morning that is full of news, events, and a little cosmic wonder. Let’s start with the weather. Today we expect clear skies and warm summer sun, with highs in the mid-nineties pushing folks to seek shade or head down to the Bosque. Be sure to stay hydrated and keep an eye on the kids and pets if you’re out enjoying the trails. Early risers might have already caught a rare sight this morning—a six-planet parade lighting up Albuquerque’s dawn sky, visible through August twentieth. Astronomers say it’s a treat we won’t see again for years, perfect for families at UNM’s observatory or anyone with a clear view of the Sandias.Now in breaking local news, organizers of the world-famous Gathering of Nations Powwow have announced that after more than forty years, 2026 will mark the final year for the event in Albuquerque. The last dance, as they’ve named it, is expected to draw record crowds to the New Mexico fairgrounds. The decision comes as the state considers changes to the fairgrounds and after years of debate about the cultural and commercial balance of the powwow. For now, though, locals and visitors have two more chances to experience this incredible showcase of Indigenous music, dance, and art.Turning to City Hall, the Personnel Board is meeting soon to review hiring and workplace policy. While these meetings might fly under the radar, outcomes like changes to city job requirements and benefits often impact many city workers and potential applicants. In the job market, reports show steady hiring in the hospitality and healthcare sectors, with roughly three hundred new positions posted in Albuquerque this month. On the housing front, home listings are relatively flat but prices are holding steady, with the typical home now going for just over three hundred and sixty thousand dollars.We’re seeing new business activity as well. The district’s first shared state office, celebrated last weekend near Central and Louisiana, aims to expand access to government services on the east side. Meanwhile, it’s National Thrift Store Day—local shops in Nob Hill and along Menaul are marking the occasion with sales and special finds. A perfect excuse to update your wardrobe or hunt for vintage vinyl.Community events stay lively. This week brings more live music in Old Town Plaza, and several school districts are prepping for back-to-school events and fall sports sign-ups. On the sports front, La Cueva High School’s girls soccer team made headlines with a close win over Volcano Vista on Friday. Congratulations bears.Looking at public safety, federal prosecutors in Albuquerque indicted several people this week in connection with a conspiracy to harbor undocumented immigrants and launder money through local real estate. Authorities say these cases reflect increased coordination with border agencies and ongoing efforts under Operation Take Back America. Residents are urged to remain alert and report suspicious activity, especially in neighborhoods seeing increased law enforcement.On a lighter note, the North Valley community came together yesterday at 4th Street and Griegos for a neighborhood clean-up, collecting dozens of bags of litter and planting sunflowers along the ditch—a small but uplifting example of the pride we share in keeping Albuquerque beautiful.Thanks for tuning in to Albuquerque Local Pulse. Don’t forget to subscribe to stay connected with everything happening in your city. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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