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in Santa Fe
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Texas Roadhouse will open its new Santa Fe location on Labor Day along Cerrillos Road—joining other restaurants that have recently opened on that stretch. Santa Fe New Mexican
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police reported that four teens face felony hate crime charges after they broke into a shed—stealing spray paint to write profanities and racial slurs on Valley View Christian Church in Edgewood. Santa Fe New Mexican
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fort Marcy Ballpark is preparing for the 101st Burning of Zozobra with a steampunk-themed bogeyman set to send Santa Feans' woes up in smoke + organizers say the event will continue a long-standing local tradition. Santa Fe New Mexican
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Santa Fe school board elections are underway as Board Vice President Kate Noble faces no opposition after her only opponent was disqualified—three or four candidates are set to run for the District 5 seat. Santa Fe New Mexican
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Santa Fe Mayor Alan Webber is asking to raise the minimum wage from $15 to $17.50 an hour by 2027 to help residents with high living costs in the city — he will hold two town halls to gather public input on the plan. KOB 4
- ➤ Santa Feans will face a crowded mayoral contest and four council races in the upcoming municipal elections — with two council races competitive and two unopposed — as all candidates qualified for the ballot according to the secretary of state's office. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Emergency response teams from across the country, including Santa Fe firefighters + Los Alamos County firefighters and the Utah Army National Guard Civil Support Team, competed at Los Alamos National Lab’s Emergency Response Center in the annual hazmat challenge to test their skills in simulated real-life scenarios. KOB 4
SEASONAL NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR One of our top fall decor picks is this true-to-life fall foliage garland. It’s perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more. The Buy
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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.
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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.
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Cheeseburger Smackdown
12-5:30 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company (Beer Hall at HQ) — Ticket prices vary — Watch local chefs battle it out in the ultimate cheeseburger competition for tasty glory.
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First Sunday Route 66 Market
2-6 p.m. — Tumbleroot — Free entry — Explore local artistry with live music and seasonal drinks at this vibrant art market.
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Falling for Fall: Our Favorite Early Autumn Decor Picks
Psst. Is it too soon to say…boo? Look away, summer fans. If you’re ready for fall, read on for our top decor picks:
- This true-to-life fall foliage garland is perfect for staircases, mantles, door frames, and more.
- Add these pumpkin-shaped “Hello Fall” coasters to your dinner table or coffee bar.
- Pet + autumn lovers, this embroidered ”Happy Pawtumn” hand towel may be your favorite find of the season.
- Sprinkle these cute ceramic ghosts around the house for an understated nod to Halloween.
- Create a beautiful autumnal tablescape with this burlap runner + best-selling set of assorted mini pumpkins, leaves, and acorns.
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