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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cathy Collins has taken charge as executive director at Santa Fe Habitat for Humanity and outlined a busy first five months—using her affordable housing experience to guide new projects and support local families. Santa Fe New Mexican
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Santa Fe Brewing Co. is partnering with the Santa Fe Kiwanis Club to launch Zozobra beer—described as a Mexican dark lager with hints of chocolate that will be available in a can. The new offering is expected to boost local business interest in craft beers. Santa Fe New Mexican
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Maria Carcamo-Olivares, 49, was arrested after firing several shots in the direction of an off-duty deputy near Capital High School — police said. Santa Fe New Mexican
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Santa Fe Public Schools Superintendent Christine Griffin discussed her first month on the job and back-to-school plans while addressing community concerns about federal funding cuts—an issue that may affect local schools. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ The New Mexico Public Education Department released guidelines for school districts on managing artificial intelligence as students head back to school today. The guidelines suggest ways to introduce AI to young learners and to curb cheating while districts develop their own policies—some schools are also using an AI reading tutor in early grades. KOB 4
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Santa Fe and nonprofit Urban Alchemy will open a temporary homeless shelter at an alternate location—while the shelter at 2801 Cerrillos Road is treated for bedbugs. Santa Fe New Mexican
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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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Santa Fe Career Fair
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Marriott, 330 E Palace Ave, Santa Fe, NM — Free entry — Connect with top employers across various industries at this career fair.
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National Night Out 2025
5-8:30 p.m. — General Franklin E Miles Park — Free entry — Engage with local first responders and enjoy community festivities at this beloved annual event.
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Indigenous Ways Festival 2025
5-11 p.m. — Santa Fe Railyard Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate Indigenous culture with live performances by Robert Mirabal and Innastate.
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2025 GloriDays Mountain Biking Event
12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Glorieta Adventure Camps — Registration required — Experience a challenging 50-mile mountain biking race through stunning New Mexico trails.
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Santa Fe Chamber Music Festival - Mozart and Brahms
6-9 p.m. — Lensic Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the timeless compositions of Mozart and Brahms performed by renowned musicians.
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The English Beat Concert
6:00-9:30 p.m. — Santa Fe Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of iconic ska sounds from The English Beat and special hits from their all-star band.
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Wine Wednesdays at Eldorado
Unspecified hours — Santa Fe Brewing Company Eldorado Taphouse — $1 off glasses of Vara Wine — Enjoy budget-friendly wine specials and unwind midweek.
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The Blue Ventures Summer Concert
6-9 p.m. — Santa Fe Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate the end of summer with the lively sounds of The Blue Ventures featuring cumbias and rancheras.
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50th Anniversary Screening of Jaws
7:30 p.m. — Center for Contemporary Arts Santa Fe — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate a cinematic classic that revolutionized summer blockbusters.
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