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FAI announces Neil Robertson and Aleš Kubíček as Hall of Fame Inductees

The Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) Ballooning Commission (CIA) Hall of Fame has unveiled its 2024 inductees. The announcement was made during the March 2024 plenary meeting held in Lausanne, Switzerland. The Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum, which houses the FAI CIA Balloon and Airship Hall of Fame, revealed that Neil Robertson from the United Kingdom and Aleš Kubíček from the Czech Republic are this year's honorees.


Christopher Harris appointed as NMHealth's new outreach director

Patrick Allen, Secretary of NMHealth, announced today the appointment of Christopher Harris as the Marketing Public Education Outreach Director for the department.


Albuquerque Community Safety intervenes in potential crisis involving teen gamer

Recently, Albuquerque Community Safety (ACS) responded to a call regarding suicidal ideation. The caller, located out of state, reported that a gamer friend had expressed emotional instability during a gaming session and mentioned suicidal thoughts.


University of New Mexico graduates nearly 3,000 students amidst pandemic challenges

The University of New Mexico (UNM) celebrated the graduation of nearly 3,000 students in a commencement ceremony held at the packed University Arena. The Class of 2024's journey to this moment was marked by unprecedented challenges as they began their college education during a pandemic.


Albuquerque's multicultural arts festival celebrates diversity in grand style

The East Gateway of Albuquerque was a spectacle of vibrant sights, sounds, and tastes on Saturday, May 11, as it played host to the Second Annual Singing Arrow Multicultural Arts Festival. The event took place at the Singing Arrow Community Center and Park and was co-sponsored by Council District 9 City Councilor Renée Grout and the City of Albuquerque Youth and Family Services Department.


Resilient nursing graduate Ashley McMains set for impactful healthcare career

Ashley McMains, a nursing student at The University of New Mexico College of Nursing, is not only a testament to resilience and determination but also an embodiment of compassion. Graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), McMains' journey has been punctuated by challenges and triumphs that have molded her into an exceptional individual ready to make significant contributions in the health care field.


City of Santa Fe Arts Commission met April 8

City of Santa Fe Arts Commission met Monday, April 8


City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met April 4

City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Thursday, April 4


City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met April 1

City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, April 1


City of Santa Fe Board of Adjustment met May 7

City of Santa Fe Board of Adjustment met Tuesday, May 7


City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met May 6

City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, May 6


City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met May 2

City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met Thursday, May 2


City of Santa Fe Buckman Direct Diversion Board met May 2

City of Santa Fe Buckman Direct Diversion Board met Thursday, May 2


City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met May 2

City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Thursday, May 2


City of Santa Fe Mayor's Committee on Disability met April 3

City of Santa Fe Mayor's Committee on Disability met Wednesday, April 3


City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met April 8

City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, April 8


City of Albuquerque City Council met April 3

City of Albuquerque City Council met Wednesday, April 3


City of Albuquerque City Council met May 6

City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, May 6


City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met May 2

City of Albuquerque Committee of the Whole met Thursday, May 2


Albuquerque appoints Sonya Lara as Director for Equity and Inclusion

The City of Albuquerque has appointed Sonya Lara as the new Director for the Office of Equity and Inclusion. The office's mandate is to cultivate a workforce that mirrors the community, boost local procurement and business with minority-owned enterprises, prioritize city investments in historically underfunded areas, and ensure that city services are delivered with an emphasis on equity.