🌱 Interstate 40 Construction Begins + BioPark Electric Tram

Hey, Albuquerque! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here's everything going on around town today.

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First, today's weather:

Sunny, but chilly. High: 44 Low: 22.

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Here are the top 3 stories today in Albuquerque:

1. Work on Interstate 40 between 98th and Coors begins today. The State Department of Transportation reports that the reconstruction work will cost $19.5 million and will be conducted by Mountain States Constructors. Authorities notify drivers that they should expect shoulder closures and temporary ramp closures along the area that is under construction. (Albuquerque Journal)
2. Albuquerque's BioPark visitors will soon experience rides on a new electric tram. The new addition will be able to transport visitors between the zoo, aquarium, and botanic garden. The new tram is intended to replace the train that was removed two years ago and will likely cost $400,000. (KRQE News 13)
3. A former APD academy commander filed a lawsuit against the City of Albuquerque over the loss of her job. Commander Angela Byrd was fired 2020 and it was allegedly related to her treats and retaliation against those who reported harassment in the Academy. The filed lawsuit alleges that Byrd was the victim of those same allegations from the City of Albuquerque. (KOB)

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Today in Albuquerque:

• Library Book Club At The Albuquerque Garden Center (2:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Albuquerque Animal Welfare is reminding the community that if they are looking for a companion then they only have to look as far as the Animal Welfare pets that are up for adoption. Click to find your friend who will remind you to go for a walk this winter. (Facebook)
• Albuquerque Fire Rescue congratulated Paramedic Lieutenant Greg Gonzales on his retirement from the department. Congratulations! (Facebook)
• Albuquerque Isotopes asks the community to share their baseball love stories. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update.

— Erica Zenn

About me: Erica Zenn is a Masters Student in Applied Psychology at the University of Southern California who originally hails from Chapel Hill, NC. With a bachelors degree from Cornell University, Erica is an expert verbal and written communicator who brings extensive experience in employee engagement and customer experience of companies. Erica is passionate about community building, and loves using her writing and communication skills to bring people together.