🌱 'One ABQ Cleanup Month' Returns + ABQ BioPark On Elephants

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First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy. High: 61 Low: 42.

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Here are the top three stories today in Albuquerque:

1. April marks "One Albuquerque Cleanup Month," a time for neighborhoods to pitch in to clean up their communities. Each Saturday this month, neighborhood associations, volunteers, and the City of Albuquerque will come together to clean up trash and illegal dumping. See the full story for more information on the city project, including dates and locations. (KOB)
2. International organization In Defense of Animals has alleged the ABQ BioPark to be one of the worst zoos in the nation for elephants. Officials with BioPark on Tuesday stated the zoo has expanded its exhibit with enhanced enrichment over the years. Additionally, concerning the tragic death of two young elephants due to a herpes virus, ABQ reports the staff continues to learn about the herpes virus and how to protect elephants from it. (KOB)
3. In partnership with Adelante DiverseIT, the Albuquerque Department of Senior Affairs is hosting a tech fair for residents age 50 and older. The free event, open to the public, is designed to help older adults get comfortable with and stay up to date with current technology. The fair is scheduled for Friday, Apr. 1 at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center. (KRQE News 13)

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Today in Albuquerque:

• Dogs Make Us More Human: The Benefits And Costs Of Pet Ownership By Christopher Blazina, Ph.D., Psy - New Mexico Museum Of Natural History And Science (5:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Are you looking for some-bunny special in your life? Albuquerque Animal Welfare has the cutest rabbits looking to hop into your home. (Facebook)
• Meet the 2022 Selfless Seniors, honored by Albuquerque Public Schools for their dedication to helping others without recognition. (Press Release Desk)
• The Albuquerque Police Department is searching for a suspect accused of murder at an illegal street racing event. (KRQE News 13)

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You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Danielle Fallon

About me: Danielle Fallon is a writer who loves using her creativity to fuel her passion for communication. She is an employee of 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.