ABQ among 31 locations contending to become home to U.S. Space Command

Albuquerque is in contention to become the full-time home for the U.S. Space Command.

Friday, city officials said Albuquerque is one of 31 cities vying for the facility, which could create more than 1,000 jobs along with defense contract opportunities, according to a news release. The city will receive further consideration and formal evaluation before the U.S. Air Force makes a final decision in early 2021, according to the release.

City of Albuquerque Economic Development Director Synthia Jaramillo…

Source: The Business Journal