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The Valencia County News-Bulletin is honored to once again publish its “Best of Valencia County” special section. Read more
TOME—Winter is fast approaching, and Tomé Art Gallery’s annual fiber show will help you prepare for the holidays. This year’s theme is “Warm Up Winter.” Read more
A 60-foot blue spruce from the Carson National Forest in northern New Mexico is on its way cross country to its honored place at the U.S. Capitol for the annual Tree Lighting on Dec. 4. Read more
RIO COMMUNITIES — A few more people might be moving into Rio Communities after Pecos Homes bought 14 lots near the golf course, and are ready to build. Read more
Clara Garcia
Editor/Publisher
Plans for a small business incubator in Valencia County are still moving forward. Read more
Julia M. Dendinger
Assistant Editor
ALBUQUERQUE — Cervantes Food Products Inc. will move its chile sauce and salsa business next year from a 2,000-square-foot manufacturing space in Albuquerque to a custom-built, 6,000-plus square foot facility in Los Lunas. Read more
PMAA Distinguished Service Award committee chairman Steve Clark (Genesee Energy, Seattle, Wash.) announced that Benny Hodges, president and CEO of Hodges Oil Company, Inc., has won the Petroleum Marketers Association of America’s prestigious 2019 Distinguished Service Award. Read more
LOS LUNAS—A new art studio and gallery has opened in Los Lunas. Read more
Anna Padilla
Staff Writer
BELEN — Belen Railway Employees Credit Union was honored with the Benefit of Members Award by the Credit Union National Association Office. Read more
BELEN — After three decades and three generations, Sisneros Bros. Manufacturing in Belen is going strong and looking to the future. Read more
Julia M. Dendinger
Assistant Editor
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LOS LUNAS—Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham attended Facebook’s Data Center official grand opening in Los Lunas on Feb. 7, along with about 50 local and state officials. Read more
PERALTA — Peralta officials are using the Bosque Farms commercial development ordinance to help them develop an overlay plan for its stretch of N.M. 47. Read more
PERALTA — Peralta residents will have opportunities to share their visions of the town’s N.M. 47 curb appeal, starting with a workshop on Dec. 11. Read more
It goes by many names — an apertif, a libation, the hair of the dog, hooch, booze. Read more
Julia M. Dendinger
Assistant Editor
Being a artist isn’t about how much money you can make or even how much you can produce. It’s about bringing your vision to life — creating pottery, a painting or even papier-mâché. Read more
Clara Garcia
Editor/Publisher
Valencia County’s recovery from the recession is in full swing in real estate. Property sales in the county have been increasing for the past two years, whether in the Los Lunas area and around Belen. Read more
Manufacturing in Valencia County is as strong as ever, according to leaders at Pro-Fab, Inc. in Bosque Farms, and Sisneros Bros. Manufacturing in Belen. Read more
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PERALTA — Patches of shade from cottonwoods and elms bring relief from the heat at Bluefly Farms, LLC, and a friendly dog with a group of inquisitive alpacas greet visitors. Read more
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BOSQUE FARMS — A new nonprofit is beginning the task of making small municipalities and rural areas of Valencia County more economically viable. Read more
Julia M. Dendinger
Assistant Editor
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BELEN — The city of Belen is negotiating with an Albuquerque-based company to bring a flight school and other services to the Belen Alexander Airport. Read more
Clara Garcia
Editor/Publisher
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JARALES — In 1914, the Valencia Flour Mill was found by Jose D. Cordova in Jarales. Read more
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BELEN — In 1967, CEMCO — Construction Engineering Manufacturing Company — literally changed the direction of the crusher industry. Read more
Julia M. Dendinger
Assistant Editor
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LOS LUNAS — Accurate Machine & Tool Company, a multi-generational family operation in Los Lunas, owes its success to the Pluemer family’s dogged perseverance. Read more
LOS LUNAS—The Central New Mexico Rail Park will soon be open for business in Los Lunas. Read more
BELEN—The flip. The beehive. The pixie cut. The up-do. Feathered waves. Shaggy layers. Read more
Clara Garcia
Editor/Publisher
LOS LUNAS—After sitting vacant for nearly two years, the old Staples building in Los Lunas, will soon be home to Ross Dress For Less. Read more
LOS LUNAS — Fall is right around the corner. Soon the sweet smell of New Mexicans favorite vegetable roasting will be in the air. Read more
United Business Bank of Walnut Creek, Calif., has agreed to buy New Mexico-based MyBank, which has five branches in the state. Read more
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LOS LUNAS — Expansion of the village of Los Lunas just received a boost from the U.S. Department of Commerce. Read more
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LOS LUNAS — One of Valencia County’s oldest auto dealerships is expected to change hands next week. Read more
Julia M. Dendinger
Assistant Editor
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BELEN — Valencia County News-Bulletin editor Clara Garcia has been promoted and named editor/publisher. Read more
LOS LUNAS — The Los Lunas Village Council held a public hearing and then approved a strategic tourism plan, which lays the foundation for a thriving tourism sector and outdoor recreation industry. Read more
LOS LUNAS — Presbyterian Healthcare Services welcomes two new providers to its Presbyterian Medical Group clinic, at 200 Emilio Lopez Road. Read more
LOS LUNAS—When local plumber Billy Ortega went into business for himself 14 years ago, he didn’t know much about owning a business but he had experience in his field, a dream and a whole lot of determination. Read more
The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission approved an application for three purchased power agreements in March, which were filed earlier this year, allowing PNM to acquire 266 MW of new renewable resources to power the expansion of the Facebook data center in Los Lunas. Read more
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BELEN — It’s been decades since a new subdivision has been built in the Hub City, but that dry spell seems to be over. Read more
Dish Out Delivery, LLC had two goals in mind when embarking on this new business venture: First, to offer a restaurant food delivery service for the residents of Valencia County; and second, to create jobs. Read more
BELEN—Belen Railway Employees Credit Union held their grand opening ceremony on Sunday, Feb. 18, at its new location, 300 N. Sixth St. in Belen. Read more
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LOS LUNAS — Henrietta’s American and New Mexico Food restaurant closed last week after 32 years in business. Read more
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LOS LUNAS — Starting a small business can be a challenge for the novice, but a small business incubator can help entrepreneurs with support services while they build their business. Read more
BELEN — As more and more businesses and industry move into Valencia County and revitalize the area’s economy, they’ll all soon gather together to let the public know who they are and what they can offer. Read more
Clara Garcia
Editor/Publisher
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BELEN—As more and more businesses and industry move into Valencia County and revitalize the area’s economy, they’ll all soon gather together to let the public know who they are and what they can offer. Read more
BELEN — It was a night of celebration and recognition as the Greater Belen Chamber of Commerce held its annual Board Installation and Awards Gala Saturday at the Sheriff’s Posse Cafe. Read more
Clara Garcia
Editor/Publisher
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