Today
in Santa Fe
Sunday, January 11th, 2026
Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two New Mexico women have been named the state's first Matriarchs of Agriculture. The award honors a longtime rancher (from Glenwood) and a chile processor from Hatch Valley who have dedicated their lives to local farming. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ James 'Jim' McKay, a longtime Santa Fe veteran (remembered for his service in Vietnam and continued local engagement), died Dec. 26, 2025 after battling ALS for over a year. Santa Fe New Mexican
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Architect John Murphey released a report on the history of the Soldiers' Monument at Santa Fe Plaza obelisk, contending that the landmark is state owned & not managed by the city. His research spans a century-long conflict over ownership. Santa Fe New Mexican
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The UN declared 2026 the Year of the Woman Farmer, and four in 10 agriculture producers in New Mexico are women who are gaining recognition despite ongoing challenges. Santa Fe New Mexican
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers at Abiquiú Lake counted 11 bald eagles during the midwinter eagle count aimed at tracking conservation efforts for the national bird. Santa Fe New Mexican
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Saturday, the Lobos defeated the Air Force Falcons 91-49 with Jake Hall scoring 24 points — the win boosts their conference record. Santa Fe New Mexican
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QUINTESSENTIAL - Five Jazz Masters with Eliana Joy
7:30-10 p.m. — Paradiso — Tickets available — Experience an evening of captivating jazz featuring New Mexico's finest musicians alongside special guest Eliana Joy.
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The Winter's Tale Performance by Upstart Crows
2-4 p.m. — Fusion Tacos El Dorado — Admission: $15 — Enjoy a unique production of Shakespeare's timeless tale featuring young local talent.
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Nathan Brown & John Roche Poetry Reading
4-5:30 p.m. — Geronimo's Books — Free — Enjoy an evening of poetry with esteemed artists John Roche and Nathan Brown.
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Matteo Mancuso Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Lensic Performing Arts Center — $70+ — Experience the mind-blowing guitar virtuosity of Matteo Mancuso as he performs new material from his Route 96 Tour.
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