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1. Tuesday evening forecast: Rain to continue through Wednesday (kob.com) — Santa Rosa is under a serious flood threat as heavy rain from Hurricane Polo's remnants and a Pacific storm spreads across New Mexico tonight into Wednesday. Forecasters warn of 1 to 5 inches of additional rain in eastern areas, dangerous runoff in arroyos and low-water crossings, and lingering high river levels even after storms ease, urging residents to avoid flooded roads and waterways.
2. New Mexico high school volleyball rankings for Sept. 28, 2026 (abqjournal.com subscription) — Santa Rosa High's volleyball team is ranked in the Class 2A top ten, sitting at 7–4 with 48 points in the latest statewide coaches poll. The rankings, released September 28, stack Santa Rosa against programs from across New Mexico, giving local fans a clear snapshot of how their team measures up heading deeper into the season.
3. The Forgotten New Mexico Ghost Town With Ruins You Can Spot Right From The Highway (takingthekids.com) — If you're up for a short drive from Santa Rosa, you can explore the ghost town of Cuervo, whose stone ruins sit right off I-40 about 17 miles east. The piece explains how to spot the town from the highway, where to safely pull off, and why many visitors base up in Santa Rosa for fuel, food, and side trips like the Blue Hole and Santa Rosa Lake State Park.
4. 14 Affordable Small Towns for Retirement (cheapism.com) — Santa Rosa gets a nod here as an affordable retirement option, highlighting its Western scenery, Route 66 charm, lakes, fishing, hiking, and local healthcare for about 2,700 residents. The article notes relatively low housing costs in Guadalupe County but reminds potential retirees to factor in New Mexico's taxation of some retirement income before deciding whether Santa Rosa fits their long-term budget.
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