Uniquely Albuquerque Valentine's Day: 'Friends & Lovers' balloon rally returns

RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) — Sparks aren't the only thing flying this Valentine's Day. Over in Rio Rancho, over 50 hot air balloons are expected to take to the skies for the annual "Friends & Lovers" balloon rally. It's an event by the Albuquerque Aerostat Ascension Association that's been painting local horizons for about 40 years. [...]