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Hi Santa Fe, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Power shutoff alerts, a former art college revival with 1,100 apartments, and Breaking Bad desert drives + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

From today’s sponsor, FinanceBuzz: Many New Mexico drivers end up paying higher auto insurance premiums because they don’t shop around enough. The same driver with the same car can get wildly different quotes from different insurers, so it truly pays to compare. Their free tool makes it easy.*

📰 Most-clicked stories this week

Preemptive safety steps unveiled: PNM has launched an alert system to warn residents before power shutoffs, naming high fire risk areas including Santa Fe and the Sandia Mountains as windy conditions raise wildfire danger — see which areas are included.

Big step for redevelopment: Santa Fe now controls a key Midtown campus entrance, paving the way to revive the former art college with 1,100 apartments, 30 percent affordable, plus community, commercial, and innovation space — see what’s planned next.

Drive through iconic backdrops: A travel piece spotlights New Mexico desert drives that echo Breaking Bad, including Albuquerque to To’Hajiilee and the Jemez Mountain Trail from San Ysidro to Santa Fe, plus White Sands — see routes and filming spots.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.*

Gold & silver are hot: Last year was gold’s best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150%… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. Curious about precious metal investing? GoldCo has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.*

All the crowd favorites:

• Celebrate SHINE’s 15th, support assistance dogs
• Embroider and upcycle textiles with Ashita Singhal
• Learn pet nutrition from leading veterinarians

💎 This week’s top finds

Need a mood lift? Artichokes & Pomegranates crafts custom daily designs from farmer-sourced blooms, with thoughtful touches that make your table, desk, or entryway look effortlessly put-together. Fresh arrangements bring instant cozy vibes at home or work, no big occasion required; just beautiful flowers, thoughtfully styled.

Curtain call, Santa Fe: Close to home, Santa Fe Playhouse unveils its 2026 season in a historic downtown space, serving smart, funny, occasionally rowdy shows that fuel porch conversations long after the curtain. It’s an easy night out with a friend, a little lingering downtown, and stories that stick.

Serious sandwich upgrade: Since 1989, Mucho Gourmet Sandwich Shoppe has stacked craveable combos like the New Mexico BLT and Mucho Turkey Plus on sturdy bread that stays put. Ideal for lunch breaks when you want quick, fresh, satisfying food without overthinking.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements — they’re the local spots your fellow readers clicked on most this week.

🫶 We got your back

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Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

Paying full price is officially optional: Blu Dot just marked down dozens of their best sofas, beds, dining tables, outdoor pieces, and lighting by as much as 60%. Not because something’s wrong with them, but because every great design eventually has to make room for the next one. The deals change daily, so it’s always a new adventure. *See what’s on sale today →

Most people have no idea what’s happening inside their body: Not because the data doesn’t exist, but because no one’s collecting it. Routine annual checkups miss things like body composition, biological age, and the biomarkers that can help predict long-term patterns. The good news? HumeHealth offers tools to help you track all of that at home for less than the cost of a specialist visit. *Use code NEW20 to save 20% →

Something in your house is about to break: It might be your AC, your water heater, your fridge… doesn’t matter. Every major appliance has an expiration date, and when it goes, you’ll be staring down a repair bill that can climb into the thousands fast. An AHS home warranty covers these types of surprises + *select plans are $150 off right now →

📆 Sneak peek at next week

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

♻ Threads of Revival: Embroidering & Upcycling Textile Waste with Ashita @ International Folk Art Market Center | Friday (3/20) at 9:00 AM – Bring that pile of “I’ll fix it someday” clothes and learn embroidery and upcycling with Ashita Singhal at Folk Art Connections. Weekend workshops plus her pop-up at THE SHOP @ IFAM. She sold out last year, so snag tickets and a piece before they vanish.

📿 Whole Bead Show @ Santa Fe Community Convention Ctr | Friday (3/20) at 10:00 AM – Santa Fe Community Convention Center turns into bead heaven, with aisles of gemstones, vintage beads, pearls, and handmade treasures as far as the eye can squint. Free to enter, dangerous for the wallet, and the perfect excuse to finally restring that heirloom necklace.

🌿 Natural Fiber Workshop @ Willison West Art Space | Saturday (3/21) at 12:00 AM – Basket weaving is making a comeback, and Pam Gaskins is leading a hands-on workshop where you actually leave with something useful. All supplies provided, zero experience required. It pairs nicely with patience, good conversation, and not checking your email for a few hours.

🐦 Garden Bird Walk @ Santa Fe Botanical Garden | Saturday (3/21) at 8:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to trade your coffee for birdsong, this is it. Join a morning stroll at Santa Fe Botanical Garden to spot resident and migratory visitors, no experience needed, binoculars provided, and yes, register ahead before the flock fills.

🐾 Vet-Led Conversations on Pet Wellness & Nutrition @ Shine Pet Food | Saturday (3/21) at 1:00 PM – Consider this your smarter alternative to Dr. Google. SHINE is hosting a free, in-person conversation on real food, aging, and long-term pet health with Dr. Hatley of Boulder, Dr. Kim of Santa Fe, and founder Sandy. Bring questions, curiosity, and your most dramatic kibble story.

🎷 Band of Enchantment @ Paradiso | Saturday (3/21) at 7:30 PM – Whether you still remember your jitterbug or just tap a reliable toe, this 14-piece big band swings through favorites and fresh charts from bandleader Robert Beasley. Bring your dancing shoes, kids are free, seniors $20, everyone else $25, tickets online or at the door.

🎭 The Last Five Years @ New Mexico Actors Lab | Sunday (3/22) at 2:00 PM – Santa Fe theatre at its most intimate, The Last Five Years is a two-hander that sings through a relationship from giddy hello to goodbye. Tri-M keeps it close-up and honest, perfect for date night for realists, not fairy-tale hunters. No jazz hands required.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Santa Fe report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 55°F – Low: 22°F – Precip: 2%

Patchy blowing dust after 9am. Sunny, with a high near 55. Northwest wind 15 to 30 mph, with gusts as high as 40 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 22. Northeast wind 5 to 20 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 58°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 0%

Mostly sunny, with a high near 58. West wind 5 to 15 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 35.

Most popular house this week

This 3-bed, 6-bath Tesuque showpiece on 2.26 acres in Bishop’s Lodge Hills frames dramatic mountain vistas. Single level, it blends iconic vigas, nichos, and four kiva fireplaces with a Hogan-inspired foyer and a grand, beamed living room. A chef’s kitchen flaunts Viking appliances and a black-walnut island. Two wings, multiple portales, new roof 2024 and stucco 2025, Santa Fe access.

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