🌱 Plastic Ban Repeal Veto Override + Recreational Cannabis Data

Happy Wednesday, people of Albuquerque! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.

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First, today's weather:

Becoming windier and cooler. High: 65 Low: 35.

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Here are the top three stories today in Albuquerque:

1. Albuquerque's Larry H. Miller Toyota has been acquired by Houston-based Group 1 Automotive Inc. The acquisition was announced on Monday with the dealership being effectively renamed Sandia Toyota. The dealership is the 17th Toyota dealership owned by the group and the 9th dealership the group operates in New Mexico. (Albuquerque Journal)
2. On Monday night, the Albuquerque City Council voted to override the mayor's veto on the plastic bag ban repeal. The vote was 6-3 and now allows businesses to hand out single-use plastic bags. The councilors reportedly repealed the ban because it put an unnecessary burden on consumers and business owners. (KOB)
3. Data provided by the New Mexico Cannabis Control Division indicates that Albuquerque leads the state in recreational cannabis sales. It was overwhelmingly clear that cannabis sales were off to a successful start over the weekend but the new data breaks the sales numbers down by individual city. According to the report, Albuquerque saw $1.3 million in recreational sales and $633,504 in medical. (KOAT New Mexico)

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Today in Albuquerque:

• Ikebana At Albuquerque Garden Center (11:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• Smiley dog Walter is looking for a forever home. He enjoys walking on his leash, smiling, and wagging his tail. Click to see if Walter is your new best friend. (Facebook)
• The Albuquerque Police Department is updating the community on its traffic enforcement efforts. Click for the full report. (Facebook)
• Today is free general admission at the ABQ Museum. Click to get your tickets. (Instagram)

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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with your next 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.