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Friday, August 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ NDI Dance Barns will host a free happiness activation workshop — it aims to help people of all ages and skill levels flex their happiness muscles. Santa Fe New Mexican
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Air Force personnel rescued three teen hikers from a high spot in the Sangre de Cristos near Lake Katherine earlier this month—ensuring they were safely extracted from the rugged area. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Kirtland airmen from the 58th Special Operations Wing braved fierce weather on August 2 to rescue three teenage hikers from a rough trail near Santa Fe—one hiker is now in the hospital after fainting and experiencing chest pain. KOB 4
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This weekend four Native markets in Santa Fe will host events with live shows, fashion displays and booths featuring work by over 1,000 artists. Residents and visitors can visit any market to check out new offerings—supporting local arts and traditions. Santa Fe New Mexican
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Santa Fe Community College is accepting applications for its free Environmental Technician Training Program—offering certifications in forklift operation, hazardous waste management, and hazmat. The program runs from Sept 29th to Oct 31st from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Santa Fe Higher Education Center and accepts applications until Sept 22. KOB 4
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former state government employee and consultant Aurora Martinez announced her bid as the fourth candidate for District 2 City Council today—adding to the growing field of local candidates. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Corrections Secretary Alisha Tafoya Lucero spoke about reentry programs and plans to improve inmate care and housing conditions—steps aimed at reducing recidivism and lowering future liabilities. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ The state removed Pack as a game commissioner after she failed to disclose a conflict involving a wolf media campaign and did not recuse herself from pertinent votes. A governor's spokesperson said the decision followed a review of her actions. Santa Fe New Mexican
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The state Health Department confirmed measles in three unvaccinated Santa Fe County residents, raising the statewide total to 100. Santa Fe New Mexican
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Mariachi Extravaganza de Santa Fe
7:30-10 p.m. — The Santa Fe Opera — Ticket Prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds and sights of traditional mariachi music as award-winning artists perform under the stunning sunset.
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