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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A memorial will be held on July 24 in Costilla for DeHerrera, a rancher and family man who was the last of New Mexico Bataan survivors born on Oct. 8, 1919. Santa Fe New Mexican
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Ranchos de Taos man faced a murder charge after a deadly shooting occurred on Espinosa Road around 2:26 p.m. Wednesday—state police said. Santa Fe New Mexican
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On July 16, the Santa Fe Film Institute announced it awarded a total of $40,000 in grants to emerging filmmakers—four New Mexican artists received up to $10,000 while out-of-state filmmakers received smaller amounts. The grants support new film projects and aim to boost Santa Fe as a film destination ahead of the upcoming international film festival. Santa Fe Reporter
- ➤ La Cofradia de la Conquistadora marked 400 years of Our Lady of Peace in Santa Fe today by honoring the icon with a display known as the Sacred Style of Our Lady — featuring Crown and Cloth. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Santa Fe Opera presented its production of Rigoletto titled 'Tears of a Clown' when Michael Chioldi replaced Spanish baritone Gerardo Bullón for personal reasons. The co-production with Irish National Opera and Opera Zuid began on July 16 at 8:30 p.m. and will continue on July 29, August 7, 15 and 20 — ticket prices range from $15 to $409. Santa Fe Reporter
- ➤ On July 16, 2025, a review of The Pink Adobe at 406 Old Santa Fe Trail said the historic restaurant from 1944 feels neat and serves a mix of New Mexican classics and upscale dishes. The review noted that former owner Isabelle Koomoa still helps keep the touch familiar, though some meals seem expensive + critics suggested small improvements in food and service. Santa Fe Reporter
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A newly formed energy special interest group has asked state regulators to hold a new rulemaking proceeding—one that will review the rules for reusing and discharging fracking wastewater in New Mexico. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ A new Turquoise Alert system went into effect Tuesday to help find missing Native people after Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed it into law in April; local police and sheriff offices are still working to set up rules for checking tribal enrollment. The state police plan to use local news and cell phone messages—officials say—to send alerts while some departments like Farmington are still developing their methods. Santa Fe Reporter
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Santa Fe Film Institute Black & White Ball
5:30 p.m. — La Fonda on the Plaza — Single Ticket $195, Table of Ten $1755 — Experience a glamorous evening of music, culinary delights, and entertainment while supporting emerging filmmakers.
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The Turn of the Screw
8:30-10 p.m. — Santa Fe Opera — Tickets from $230 — Experience a captivating performance of this classic opera at a premier venue.
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The Family Stone Concert
7-10 p.m. — Santa Fe Railyard Plaza — Free entry — Experience live music from The Family Stone along with Rev Karol King Kong in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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Traditional Spanish Market
All day — Santa Fe Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate the rich heritage of Spanish art and culture at the largest juried art show of its kind in the nation.
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Backpacking Adventure for Kids
12:00 AM — Patrick Smith Park — Cost TBA — A three-day outdoor backpacking adventure designed for ages 10-13.
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The Turn of the Screw Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Santa Fe Opera — Ticket prices vary — Experience a chilling opera performance in a stunning venue.
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Artist Weekend Book Fair
Join local non-profit art and photography publisher Radius Books for a festive community book fair at SITE SANTA FE. Browse hundreds of Radius titles and meet international and local contributing writers, curators, and artists who will be available to sign purchased books.
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Waxahatchee Live in Santa Fe
7-9 p.m. — The Bridge At Santa Fe Brewing Company — $46 — Experience the powerful songwriting of Katie Crutchfield, one of today’s hardest working singer-songwriters.
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The Turn of the Screw
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Santa Fe Opera — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling live performance of The Turn of the Screw at the renowned Santa Fe Opera.
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Yelawolf Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Bridge At Santa Fe Brewing Company — $52–$57, VIP Package $111.50 — Experience the chart-topping artist Yelawolf as he brings his unique blend of music to Santa Fe.
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