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20 hours ago
- Sport
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Jon Jones Responds to Dana White's Deadline with Blunt Update
Jon Jones Responds to Dana White's Deadline with Blunt Update originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The UFC heavyweight title scene remains in limbo, and the suspense is starting to wear thin. Jon Jones, arguably the most dominant force in MMA history, still hasn't given the green light on a showdown with interim champ Tom Aspinall. While Dana White has been working behind the curtain to make it happen, the champ's latest comments suggest the UFC might be left hanging. And if White's tone is any indication, patience is running out. Advertisement During a recent appearance on The Jim Rome Show, Dana White didn't sugarcoat the situation. The UFC president confirmed the clock is very much ticking. Feb 15, 2020; Rio Rancho, New Mexico, USA; UFC fighter Jon Jones attends the light heavyweight bout between Jan Blachowicz (blue) and Corey Anderson (red) during UFC Fight Night at Santa Ana Star Arena.© Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports 'We'll see how this thing plays out over the next couple of weeks. If we can't get this fight done, we'll move on quickly … We'll have answers in the next couple weeks.' When Rome pressed for a firm timeline, White held the line: 'A couple of weeks.' That's not exactly vague. The UFC is ready to move with or without Jones. But 'Bones' doesn't sound like a man feeling the heat. Speaking with Full Send Podcast, Jones delivered a response that felt more like a retirement tease than fight hype. 'I don't want to say that I'm retired because fighting is in my blood... but right now, I could really care less about fighting.' 'If the itch comes back—and if it comes back—then I'll do it with my whole heart.' On the subject of Tom Aspinall, Jones didn't mince words: 'He's just not in a position to excite me... If I whoop his ass, it's going to be the next guy. I've replayed this story so many times.' Translation? He's not in a rush. And with a decision looming in less than two weeks, White may be forced to pivot if Jones stays noncommittal. Whether that means elevating Aspinall or creating another interim detour, the UFC's heavyweight division can't afford to stay frozen. Advertisement This next move will be massive—not just for Dana White, but for the future of a division that's been stuck in neutral far too long. Related: UFC Abu Dhabi: Robert Whittaker Set to Face Fastest-Rising Middleweight Star in Legacy Fight Related: UFC Star Wants Dricus Du Plessis in Historic Africa vs. Africa Showdown This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 19, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
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Students calls for answers on why Rio Rancho HS band directors were reassigned
RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – Students and parents want answers as to why two beloved band directors at Rio Rancho High School are being reassigned to different schools within the district. Matthew Casarez has been with Rio Rancho High School for 15 years, and Alexander Austell has been with the district since 2016. Students rallied against the decision with a petition that has already received over 300 signatures. Rio Rancho High baseball player accused of urinating in water jug no longer faces charges RRHS Principal Millan Baca sent a letter to students and parents three days ago, saying they will not be returning to their positions, effective immediately. The district it is is a personnel issue, and is limited in what they can disclose. A spokesperson for Rio Rancho Public School said Casarez has since resigned. Thursday night, there was a closed meeting for parents discussing the recent move. Dear RRHS Band Community, As you may have heard, there has been a shift in the Rams Band Program. Mr. Casarez and Mr. Austell will not be returning to their positions at Rio Rancho High School, effective immediately. As this is a personnel issue, we are limited in what we are allowed to disclose, but please know that our main concern is the students of the Rio Rancho High School Band Program and how we will move forward through the summer and into the school year to give them the best experience possible. The administration of RRHS and the RRPS Fine Arts Department will be holding meetings with key constituencies of the band program over the next few days to assess the status of events such as the materials distribution this week, the Color Guard Camp in July, and the DCI Show on July 15. Our intent is to move forward with these events as planned, but we need to speak to the many people involved. The biggest event of this summer is Marching Band Camp, scheduled for July 21–August 1. Marching Band Camp will take place as planned. There will also be a general parent meeting this Thursday, June 5, at 6:00 PM in the RRHS Band Room. This is a change from the previously announced June 2 meeting. We encourage you to attend this meeting. Rio Rancho Public Schools has always been committed to the highest standards of excellence and achievement in the fine arts, and its devotion to the RRHS Band Program remains firm. The administration of RRHS and the RRPS Fine Arts Department are prepared to do whatever is necessary to support the band program as we move forward. However, please know that the support of the parents and guardians of these young musicians is vital to the RRHS band community. Only together can we ensure the continuity of great musical experiences for our students. We plan to communicate regularly with you throughout the next few months. We appreciate your patience as we move through this process. There will be a follow-up email later this evening with more information regarding the materials distribution scheduled for Tuesday and Wednesday this week. Please be sure to check your inboxes. Mr. Millan Baca, Principal, RRHS and Dr. Kurt Schmidt Executive Director of Fine Arts, RRPS Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Business
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Report: Progress made on capital outlay projects but billions of dollars still unused
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – There's some progress, but billions of dollars earmarked for projects around the state are still sitting unused. It's been an ongoing issue lawmakers have been vocal about: billions of dollars in outstanding capital outlay funds. 'It's getting out of hand. There's no other way to put it,' said Sen. George Muñoz, a Democrat from Gallup, in a Senate Finance Committee meeting last year. Story continues below Crime: Two ABQ police officers placed on leave in critical pedestrian crash on Central Real Estate: 'Nothing short of a personal resort' luxury property listed for $12M in Santa Fe National: 'I'm sincerely sorry': Billy Joel cancels all concerts due to brain disorder diagnosis In November 2024, there was $5.8 billion in outstanding capital outlay funds, spanning 5,300 projects. A new Legislative Finance Committee report from this month shows there is now $5.4 billion in outstanding funds spanning 4,700 projects. Some of those projects and unused funding include $33 million for a new magistrate court in Santa Fe, more than $4 million for a Paseo Del Norte Expansion, and $7 million for Department of Finance and Administration housing projects. 'There's some progress, but we're sitting there with over $5 billion that could be going into our economy and being used,' said Sen. Craig Brandt, a republican from Rio Rancho and ranking member on the Senate Finance Committee. He said two factors leading to the issue are inflation costs and funding projects too early. 'But there's also part of the problem that a lot of these projects aren't ready to actually get funding,' he said. Another factor, in addition to piecemeal funding, is the reauthorization of funds. This past session in SB425, lawmakers reauthorized 326 capital outlay projects authorized in previous years from various funds. The governor vetoed 97 of those, mostly targeting projects originally given funding in 2022 that they haven't used. To improve the outstanding funds in the interim, the LFC said lawmakers can modify the request system to better vet projects and their readiness. It also suggests limiting how many times a project can get money reauthorized, which is something Senator Brandt is on board with. 'I think that's the only way…this is going to quit happening is for us to say, there's no more reauthorizations, we're not doing them anymore,' said Sen. Brandt. Click here to find the full LFC report. The next legislative session begins on January 2, 2026. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Automotive
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CNM breaks ground on transportation technology center
RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – Local students pursuing a future in skilled trades will soon have an easier pathway into a career. Thursday morning, Central New Mexico Community College and Rio Rancho Public Schools broke ground on a new state-of-the-art transportation technology center on the RioTech campus. Gilman Tunnels in Santa Fe National Forest re-open to the public Once the center is complete, CNM will move its automotive and electric vehicle technology programs to the campus. This comes after the first RioTech campus building opened last month, offering programs in welding, plumbing, carpentry, and more. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Politics
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Rio Rancho City Council rejects ordinance that would allow state to run city elections
RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – Should Rio Rancho hand over its city-run election to the county and state? That question took center stage and drew strong opinions at Rio Rancho City Council this week as the potential shift would allow Rio Rancho Mayor Greg Hull to run for governor but also extend his current term in office an extra year and a half. Rio Rancho City Council delays vote on development after contentious meeting Just one of nine cities in New Mexico to do it, Rio Rancho still runs its own city elections with voters picking local officials in March of even-numbered years. But a change up for consideration this week would give city election control to the county and state. The potential shift would move the city's election to November in odd-numbered years while also extending the terms of current officials, including Mayor Greg Hull. His term is supposed to end in March, and he's planning to run for governor. The consideration of an election control shift comes as they've gotten more expensive under state law requiring more polling places. City administrators think they could save nearly half a million per election by handing election control to the county and state. The idea drew strong opinions. 'I get it is about money, you guys know how to cut costs, you do it all the time, we see it, so let's not talk about the money,' said Michael Farrell, Rio Rancho resident. 'Threats of extortionary costs by state officials to force municipalities to fold is unacceptable,' said Ramona Goolsby, Rio Rancho resident. Rio Rancho voters approved a rule in 2012 that requires photo ID for municipal elections. But if the city gave up control, that rule would also go away drawing strong feelings from some.'If go on a plane, go to the bank to do a transaction everywhere, you require a photo ID. For us to now to take steps back when everyone has waved the flag, we are helping with voter integrity,' said Anita Levo, Rio Rancho resident. After Mayor Hull recused himself from the discussion and vote, city councilors ended with a 3-3 tie on the potential election change, meaning the ordinance failed. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
