🌱 Expanded Rehabilitation Clinic + City Nature Challenge ABQ

Happy Friday, people of Albuquerque! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started off right. Here's everything happening around Albuquerque today.

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First, today's weather:

Blowing dust, becoming breezy. High: 77 Low: 47.

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Here are the top three stories in Albuquerque today:

1. Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a blaze at 1136 Turner Dr. NE on Thursday. The department's crews were able to evacuate the residence. According to the department, the cause of the fire has not yet been determined. (KRQE News 13)
2. Albuquerque's Lovelace Westside Hospital has unveiled a new outpatient rehabilitation clinic. The clinic is located at 10511 Golf Course NW with physical, occupational, speech, and massage therapies available to patients. The clinic has expanded from its 3,000 square foot space into a new 9,000 square foot space. (Albuquerque Journal)
3. Albuquerque Public Schools is inviting Bernalillo County to join the City Nature Challenge ABQ. The competition has children exploring outdoor spaces while competing against schools from around the globe. Click the link for participation details. (Albuquerque Public Schools)

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Today in Albuquerque:

• Orchid Guild Show At The Albuquerque Garden Center (9:30 AM)
• Senior Sunset At Atrisco Heritage Academy (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Dopey is adventurous, loyal, relaxed, and excited. Click to see if 7-year-old Dopey would be a good fit with your family. (Facebook)
• The Albuquerque Police Department issued 96 citations during its speeding operation along I-40 on Wednesday. Don't get a citation - drive safely. (Facebook)
• The annual Poets' Picnic returns on May 7 at 10:30 a.m. at Open Space Visitor Center. Click here for more information about this exciting event. (Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with your next update.

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.