Santa Fe Local Update: GCCC Ice Arena Repairs, Intersection Caution, SWAN Park Expansion

13/05/2025 2 min
Santa Fe Local Update: GCCC Ice Arena Repairs, Intersection Caution, SWAN Park Expansion

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Good morning, this is your Santa Fe Local Frequency for Tuesday, May 13, 2025.We start with an update on city facilities - the GCCC Ice Arena remains closed for repairs. The closure began in late February, and city officials have yet to announce a reopening date, so skaters should continue to make alternative arrangements.In traffic news, drivers should be aware that the stoplight at the intersection of Guadalupe and Paseo de Peralta has been malfunctioning since late February. City crews are working on repairs, but until then, please treat this intersection as a four-way stop and proceed with caution.The Santa Fe Parks and Open Space Division is moving forward with Phase 2 of the SWAN Park expansion. While planning began several years ago, recent developments suggest construction may begin soon. The expansion aims to provide additional recreational spaces for residents of all ages.In local sports, the high school tournament season has been heating up. The Pecos Panthers demonstrated their SEC dominance with an impressive victory over Mora, while the Trojans overwhelmed the Silverbacks to advance to the semifinals for the second consecutive year. Unfortunately for local fans, Taos' surprising playoff run came to an end against Albuquerque Academy.Concerning state agencies, the Children, Youth and Families Department is reportedly several months behind on reporting performance data, raising concerns about transparency and oversight. Community advocates are calling for more accountability from the department.On the international front that affects our community, while tensions between India and Pakistan have subsided, the situation remains volatile. For Santa Fe residents with connections to the region, this may bring some relief, though caution is still advised for those with travel plans.For those looking ahead, remember that the city's ongoing Orange Barrel road work continues this week. The Public Works Department recommends checking their website for specific road closures and detours before commuting.And finally, we'd like to acknowledge the passing of Denise Kusel, a beloved member of our Santa Fe community. Our thoughts are with her family and friends during this difficult time.This has been Santa Fe Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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