🌱 Two Teens Help Stranded Drivers + I-40 Construction Closures

Hey, Albuquerque! Let's get you all caught up to start this Saturday, February 5 off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know today in town.

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First, today's weather:

Sunny, but very cold. High: 39 Low: 20.

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Here are the top 3 stories in Albuquerque today:

1. The United States Postal Service has offered a $50,000 reward for information regarding an armed robbery in Albuquerque. The incident occurred last month and involved the armed robbery of a mail carrier along Zaltana and Eyota. Investigators are currently searching for two men and a woman who are suspected to be armed. (KRQE News 13)
2. A reconstruction project of a portion of I-40 in Albuquerque begins Monday. The work will be on the east and westbound lanes between 98th Street and Coors Boulevard with temporary ramp closures. All of the work is estimated to be done by this fall. (KOB)
3. Two local Albuquerque teens help stranded drivers during the winter storm. Jerimiah Castaneda, 18 years old, and Aidan Valdez, 17 years old, drove around the city during the recent storm and helped individuals who got caught in the severe weather. They were involved with helping the 30-car pile-up that occurred on the Alameda and Coors bypass. (KRQE News 13)

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Today in Albuquerque:

• Rosevelt MS utilizing the PAC At Manzano (All Day)
• Counselor Appreciation Week At Manzano (All Day)

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From my notebook:

• The Albuquerque Police Department celebrated its Employees of the Year award winners. Well done! (Facebook)
• Congratulations to Paramedic Lieutenant Michael Korpan on his recent retirement from Albuquerque Fire Rescue! (Facebook)
• Check out the Albuquerque Isotopes' newest merch drop! The team will have a total of five jersey and hat giveaways this season. (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with your next 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.