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in Santa Fe
Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Jay Drayer, CEO and founder of CareFlash, moved his company from Texas to Santa Fe — he said the city’s values match his mission. Santa Fe New Mexican
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico native Kathleen Crook, co-founder and executive chef of Market Steer Steakhouse, was named one of the James Beard Foundation’s TasteTwenty Chefs for 2025-26 — she will travel to Los Angeles at the end of July for the Kickoff Event and host a special tasting event at her restaurant in November. KOB 4
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Mexico met deadlines to overhaul its child welfare system and is boosting its workforce for high-needs areas—such as overnight shifts and foster home recruitment. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Jacob Johns—shot on Sept 28, 2023, at an Oñate protest—is suing Rio Arriba County leaders, including a former sheriff and county officials, for allegedly failing to protect protesters and is seeking compensatory damages and attorney fees. KOB 4
- ➤ Social worker Liz Barrett, wife of former candidate Phil Lucero, declared her bid for the Santa Fe City Council District 2 seat — she said she will focus on affordable housing, public safety and making the city more family friendly. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ The Water Quality Control Commission is close to deciding on a rule for the reuse of produced water—an oil and gas byproduct as required by the 2019 Produced Water Act. Santa Fe New Mexican
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR The No. 1 best-selling apparel item on Amazon and your new shoe of the summer: Crocs. If you haven’t tried them, Crocs are having a comeback, beloved for being lightweight, comfortable, and easy to slip on and off. The Buy
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Bike America by Mike Lew
7:30-9:30 p.m. — New Mexico Actors Lab — $40 adults, $20 discounted, $5 rush — Experience a cross-country bike journey that explores the search for happiness through friendship and adventure.
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Acoustic Evening with Mark Winters
6-10 p.m. — The Bridge At Santa Fe Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of Acoustic Rock with a positive vibe in Santa Fe.
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Intro to Chess at Santa Fe Community College
7-9 p.m. — Santa Fe Community College — Check website for registration details — Enjoy learning chess with fellow beginners in a friendly environment.
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Santa Fe Stargazers General Meeting
7-9 p.m. — Vista Grande Public Library — Free entry — Engage in sky reports, presentations, and community discussion at this monthly astronomy gathering.
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Santa Fe Moms' Night Out
6-7:30 p.m. — The Alley — $40 per person — An evening for moms to relax with bowling, appetizers, and drinks in great company.
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2025 Fiesta New Mexico
May 23-25 — La Fonda on the Plaza — $325 registration — Experience a thrilling weekend of Porsche camaraderie, scenic drives, and exciting competitions in Santa Fe.
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Santa Fe Farmers' Market
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Santa Fe Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore over 125 vendors showcasing fresh, locally produced goods and regional craftsmanship.
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The Wrecks Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Meow Wolf Santa Fe's House of Eternal Return — $54 — Last-minute tickets available for an electrifying night with The Wrecks.
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Junior Golf Tournament at Santa Fe Country Club
Event Time — Santa Fe Country Club — Cost Info — Compete in an exciting junior golf tournament at a beautiful local venue.
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Grace: Stories
7:30-9:00 p.m. — La Tienda at Eldorado — All tickets $15 — Celebrate 20 years of storytelling with five short plays exploring unexpected encounters and hometown musings.
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