Newscity
Rockets’ Red Glare
In the glow of wildfires, officials stare down the Fourth of July
Under state law, no one can ban fireworks completely. Not a city council or county commission, not a mayor or the governor. Not after the largest blaze in New Mexico history or the Bosque’s been charred.

Elizabeth W. Hughes
Get Out!
The Surreal Life
Sometimes I like to pretend I’m David Byrne exploring the fictional Texas town of Virgil in the 1986 art-house classic True Stories. That’s why I made the seven-hour car trip to Marfa, Texas (population: 1,981 in the last census).

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Wench, Please
Albuquerque Renaissance Faire
Experience the sights and sounds of another time with local artisans, food, libations and entertainment including equestrian jousting, battles, children’s realm, music and more.