🌱 Strip Mall Fire + Solar Splash + Learning Day

Hello, neighbors! Helen Eckhard here with your fresh copy of the Albuquerque Daily, filled with all the things you need to know about what's going on locally.

First, today's weather:

An afternoon thunderstorm. High: 88 Low: 67.

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Here are the top three stories in Albuquerque today:

1. Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a strip mall fire near San Mateo and Candelaria. The incident was likely started by an electrical malfunction. Thankfully, nobody was injured during the fire and it did not spread to nearby businesses. (KRQE News 13)
2. The University of New Mexico placed third in the national solar-powered boat competition. This annual Solar Splash competition occurs in Ohio and pits engineering students against each other in a series of challenges. The challenges determine the fastest, sturdiest, and most nimble vehicles. (Albuquerque Journal)
3. Railyards Market celebrated Learning Day on Sunday. The event offered market visitors the opportunity to learn a variety of things ranging from gardening to STEAM. Booths were set up offering students resources. The Railyards Market is open every Saturday between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (KRQE News 13)

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Today in Albuquerque:

• An Itch To Stitch At The Cherry Hills Library (10:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• The Santa Fe Opera is presenting Carmen! The show will be performed through Aug. 27. Click for scheduling and tickets. (Santa Fe Opera via Facebook)
• Recycling is important - especially while cleaning up after Jul. 4. If you have any questions regarding what is recyclable in Albuquerque, please use the Recycle Coach app. (Twitter)
• Music in the Sky is every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at the Balloon Museum. Click for more details. (City of Albuquerque)

You're all caught up for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update.

— Helen Eckhard

About me: Helen Eckhard is a marketing assistant at Lightning Media Partners. She is a self-professed logophile who is currently pursuing her master’s degree in library science. Outside of work, you can find Helen constructing crossword puzzles, knitting, or devising increasingly crafty ways to kill off characters in her mystery novels.