Good morning, Santa Fe.

Verizon won approval for a cell tower near Golden to expand service along the dead zone-prone Turquoise Trail in western Santa Fe County—officials said plans for the more controversial tower in Cerrillos are still being reviewed.

Owner Nick Salazar announced he will close Santa Fe Trail Outfitters downtown at the end of August—citing steep price increases and safety concerns—and he said tariffs will further worsen his business conditions.

PNM has filed a proposal for an $11.5B Blackstone deal with the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission — the plan offers about $105 million in customer rate credits as part of the takeover.

Paul Frenier, a 22-year-old from Tesuque, faces a homicide charge after striking educator Elaine Trujillo's car on I-25 while he reportedly had fentanyl and methadone in his system—Sandoval County sheriff's deputies said.

Santa Fe Fiesta Council President Krystle Lucero joined Conversations Different to discuss the cultural importance of Fiesta de Santa Fe—she shared her fondest memories of the annual celebration.

Andrew Wilkens of the Santa Fe Municipal Recreation Complex reduced its water use from 55 million to 40 million gallons per year over the past two years—this water conservation effort uses new management practices to save resources for local users.

A Valencia County man diagnosed with plague recovered, marking the state's first human case this year (officials say the event is not unusual).

A Santa Fe County dog contracted the disease in April (officials confirmed the diagnosis).

Book Discussion and Dinner on Beavers' Impact

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Double Dragon — Cash only — Explore the surprising role of beavers in ecosystems while enjoying a delicious dinner.

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.

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.

City Different Jazz Trio Performance

6-8 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company Eldorado Taphouse — Enjoy a night of smooth jazz with the City Different Jazz Trio.

World Summit on Eye Infections

7 PM – 11 AM — La Posada de Santa Fe, a Tribute Portfolio Resort & Spa — Registration fee required — Explore groundbreaking research aimed at preventing and treating eye infections.

The Fixx Live in Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Bridge At Santa Fe Brewing Company — $35–$40 — Experience the innovative sounds of The Fixx as they perform timeless hits from the MTV era.

Swing Soleil Live Performance

6-8 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company Eldorado Taphouse — Free entry — Enjoy an enchanting evening of acoustic swing music performed by the talented quartet Swing Soleil.

A Prairie Home Companion's 50th Anniversary Celebration

7:00-8:30 p.m. — The Santa Fe Opera — $39–$149 — Celebrate 50 years of humor and music with Garrison Keillor and special guests in a night of nostalgia and laughter.

Tab Benoit Concert

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Lensic Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $37 — Experience the blues and guitar brilliance of Tab Benoit, a Southern Louisiana musical gem.

Entreflamenco Fall Season 2025

6:15 p.m. — El Flamenco Cabaret — Tickets available — Experience the best Flamenco performance in New Mexico this fall.