Today
in Santa Fe
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Good morning, Santa Fe. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A store employee said the Santa Fe Plaza Starbucks—set to close today—will shut its doors following a closure plan announced Thursday. Santa Fe New Mexican
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials have detected a potentially harmful algae bloom at Santa Cruz Lake near Española — a popular recreation area at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains — and urge visitors to avoid contact with the water. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ Bishop's Lodge received a wastewater permit approval despite local opposition from Protect Tesuque—residents say the plan to discharge treated effluent near Little Tesuque Creek may risk water quality. Officials maintain that the permit meets regulatory standards while community members plan additional reviews. Santa Fe New Mexican
- ➤ The New Mexico Environment Department warned Friday that samples from Santa Cruz Lake near Española show a potentially harmful algae bloom, and it advised visitors to avoid untreated water—steps that help reduce health risks from the toxins. Officials are monitoring conditions and will update recommendations as needed. KOB 4
- ➤ Four New Mexico communities in Bernalillo, Sandoval, Taos — Colfax counties will receive $26 million in federal grants to cut wildfire risk, the USDA said. The grants will fund fuels reduction, clearing of evacuation routes, and forest thinning to help high-risk areas become safer. KOB 4
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Santa Fe’s new Vet Center facility now opens at more than twice the size of its previous location on Brothers Road—providing expanded care for veterans. Santa Fe New Mexican
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. John Pederson warned that as fall begins, respiratory illnesses will start to increase and may peak from January—April, though most children will do fine without treatment. He advised parents to wash hands, stay home when sick, eat well, exercise, and vaccinate as new tools against RSV become available. KOB 4
- ➤ The New Mexico Department of Health declared the state's measles outbreak over Friday—42 days passed without a new case—after the final case was reported in Santa Fe County on Aug. 14. Over 56,000 people received the MMR vaccine since Feb. 1. KOB 4
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New Mexico Recycling & Solid Waste Conference
September 30th - October 1st — Santa Fe Community Convention Center — Entry details not specified — Engage with experts on recycling and solid waste management in New Mexico.
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Built To Spill Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Bridge At Santa Fe Brewing Company — $34–$39 — Experience the iconic sound of Built to Spill with a relaxed outdoor vibe and your own chairs.
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The Amazing Peace Race
5:00-7:30 p.m. — La Fonda on the Plaza — $ — Engage in an interactive workshop exploring the eight pillars of Positive Peace through a dynamic team game.
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Season Opening Orchestra Concert
Santa Fe Pro Musica's Artistic Director and violinist, Colin Jacobsen, is joined by Gabriel Kahane, conductor, pianist, and singer, and Anthony McGill, clarinetist on Sunday, October 5, 2025 at 3pm. We present our Season Opening Orchestra Concert, featuring musical pieces by Dvořák and Kahane.
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