Local students compete in 2025 Civics Bee

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Several metro area students participated in the National Civics Bee this year, looking to take the next step towards a national competition. More than 150 students across the metro submitted essays on civic engagement and community improvement, with 20 finalists selected to compete in Saturday's event at UNM.The competition aims to inspire middle school-aged students to engage with government, leadership, and civic responsibility. Saturday's event was won by