Good morning, Santa Fe.

A store employee said the Santa Fe Plaza Starbucks—set to close today—will shut its doors following a closure plan announced Thursday.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Soul Spa Santa Fe: A Weekend of Wellness

Oct 3-6 — 36 Bauer Rd, Santa Fe, NM — Varies — Immerse yourself in a rejuvenating weekend retreat led by Santa Fe’s top wellness experts with yoga, hiking, and personalized healing sessions.

Jeremiah Glauser Live Performance

6-8 p.m. — Santa Fe Brewing Company Eldorado Taphouse — Cost not specified — Enjoy a night of honky tonk dancing with New Mexico's premier country music solo artist.

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.

Route 66 Centennial Festival

3-4 p.m. — Santa Fe Farmers Market — Ticket proceeds support local agriculture — Celebrate with BBQ, live music, and community games.

Strawberry Guy Concert

8:00 – 10:00 p.m. — Meow Wolf Santa Fe's House of Eternal Return — Ticket info TBA — Enjoy an exciting performance by Strawberry Guy live in Santa Fe.

PINK 'ME' 3rd Annual Lace Up and Race 5K Walk/Run

October 18th — Santa Fe, NM — $40 in-person / $45 virtual — Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month with a 5K that combines fitness and community spirit.

96th Annual Meeting of The Society of Rheology

8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. — Santa Fe Community Convention Center — Registration fee required — Explore the latest in rheology with technical programs and symposiums.

Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training

5 days — Life Link Training Institute — $2250 — Enhance your software development skills with hands-on UML training.