Good morning, Santa Fe.

Advocate Tina Cordova of the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium is pushing for fair compensation and acknowledgment for downwinders on the Trinity Test anniversary — a culmination of decades of local activism to address historical exposure concerns.

After 7 years and 100,000 miles on Route 66, composer Nolan Stolz finished an eight-movement suite capturing the road’s history – including a nod to Albuquerque’s Doghouse.

He is in talks with local groups to stage a live performance soon.

State officials will expand free childcare by streamlining licensing for new daycare and preschool facilities, adding more slots for children.

The policy aims to improve care access for families across New Mexico.

Santa Fe kids film a tamale-heist tale at Reading Quest's 15th annual literacy camp (a project aimed at boosting reading confidence) that offers creative learning opportunities.

The Española center marked 40 years of wildlife care as it now treats about 150 animals and will expand its programs to help tens of thousands more in the coming years.

More than $107 million in opioid settlement funds remains unspent as many cities and counties have not set formal spending plans, state auditor Joseph Maestas said on Friday, July 17th.

Counties cite a shortage of providers (while cities fear future taxpayer costs) and urge clearer spending strategies.

A state auditor report finds that local governments have been slow to spend opioid settlement funds received over the past three years.

Officials will review the spending details to decide on next actions for better accountability.

Rufus Wainwright Concert

7-10 p.m. — Lensic Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of baroque pop and folk melodies from the talented Rufus Wainwright.

Wacky Wecord Wednesday

4:30 – 9:00 p.m. — Tumbleroot Tasting Room at Rancho Viejo — Check for RSVPs — Enjoy a community evening featuring a range of records.

Vivaldi Concertos

5-6 p.m. — New Mexico Museum of Art — Ticket prices vary — Experience the virtuosic talents of soloists performing Antonio Vivaldi's celebrated concertos.

Scott and Johanna Hongell-Darsee Performance

2 p.m. — Santa Fe Public Library - Southside Branch — Free entry — Experience enchanting Scandinavian and Celtic ballads with a magical storytelling twist.

Black Moth Super Rainbow Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Tumbleroot Brewery and Distillery — $28 plus fees — Experience the otherworldly sounds of Black Moth Super Rainbow’s psychedelic indie pop.