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By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 7, 2024
City of Santa Fe Economic Development Advisory Committee met Wednesday, April 3
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 7, 2024
City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, April 3
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 7, 2024
City of Santa Fe Board of Adjustment met Tuesday, April 2
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 7, 2024
City of Santa Fe Film and Digital Media Commission met Tuesday, April 2
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 7, 2024
City of Santa Fe Mayor's Committee on Disability met Wednesday, March 6
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 7, 2024
City of Santa Fe Mayor's Committee on Disability met Wednesday, April 3
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 7, 2024
City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, March 4
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 7, 2024
City of Albuquerque Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee met Wednesday, April 3
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 7, 2024
City of Albuquerque City Council met Wednesday, April 3
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 7, 2024
City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, March 11
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 7, 2024
City of Albuquerque Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee met Wednesday, March 13
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 7, 2024
The University of New Mexico's duck pond has become a beloved spot for students, faculty, and local residents to gather, study, and unwind. Originating from humble beginnings, the pond has evolved into a central hub of activity on campus.Trinity Moody, a fourth-year undergrad, reminisced about the pond's transformation, stating, “Ducks always flew down to hang out and it was a popular duck spot for a long while. Eventually, planners — and perhaps students? — decided to make the lot a full-fledged pond so that the ducks would have a true designated spot to hang out.”...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 6, 2024
The University of New Mexico recently held a series of events as part of Farmworker’s Awareness Week to shed light on the challenges faced by farmworkers and the importance of their contributions to the food system. El Centro de la Raza, College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP), and other campus organizations organized various activities to raise awareness and educate the community about the realities of farm work.Rodolfo Becerril, El Centro de la Raza Student Success Specialist, emphasized the goal of bringing awareness to the challenges and situations that farmworkers...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 6, 2024
In its 20th consecutive year, the "Traditional Medicine without Borders: Curanderismo in the Southwest and Mexico" summer program led by Eliseo “Cheo” Torres and Mario Del Angel Guevara, University of New Mexico Chicana/o Studies professors, is set to return. This time, the two-week course will be held under the new Curanderismo Institute.The program serves as a platform for traditional healers from various Latin American countries and the U.S. to gather and exchange knowledge on "Curanderismo", the traditional holistic healing practice. Torres highlighted the unique...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 5, 2024
New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service is set to host a series of workshops focused on Small Acreage Stewardship and Homesteading Skills from April to October. The free workshops will take place at NMSU’s Sustainable Agriculture Science Center at Alcalde, New Mexico, with sessions scheduled for Thursdays at 6 p.m. and Saturdays at 9 a.m.According to Tom Dominguez, Santa Fe County Extension Agriculture agent, "Residents with 20 or fewer acres of land and the desire to put their resources to use... can attend any of the series events." The workshops aim...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 5, 2024
The largest esports tournament in New Mexico, the NM State Esports Invitational, is set to take place at New Mexico State University on April 6 and 7. According to Ryan May, NMSU esports liaison, this event is a significant one for the state as it gathers the largest number of esports competitors. May stated, "The invitational is the only event of its kind in New Mexico."Over 500 middle school, high school, and university students will participate in the tournament, competing in popular titles such as “League of Legends,” “Mario Kart 8,” “Rocket League,” “Splatoon 3,”...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 5, 2024
Santa Fe, NM- Santa Fe County is excited to announce its annual Earth Day celebration scheduled for Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Hondo Fire Station #1 from 9am-12pm in support of the global Earth Day proclamation adopted by the Board of County Commissioners."As part of our commitment to environmental stewardship, Santa Fe County will unveil a new rain garden at the Hondo Fire Station #1," said Santa Fe County. This green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) feature is designed to enhance local climate resilience by mitigating the impacts of droughts and flooding. The rain...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 5, 2024
Commissioner Hank Hughes and Commissioner Justin Greene are set to introduce a proclamation declaring April 11th as "New Mexico Electoral Excellence Day." The proclamation aims to recognize the efforts of the Secretary of State and the Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office in enhancing the fairness, efficiency, and transparency of elections, vital components of the democratic process.According to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Elections Performance Index (EPI), New Mexico achieved the remarkable position of #1 in the 2022 EPI with an index score of 88%. This...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 5, 2024
The Santa Fe County Water Policy Advisory Committee (WPAC) is actively seeking County residents to join its ranks, as reported on April 5, 2024. The committee plays a crucial role in advising the Board of County Commissioners on various water-related issues in the County and region.According to the announcement, the WPAC is looking for individuals with a diverse range of expertise and experience to ensure a well-rounded representation. As stated by the County, the committee's primary responsibilities include providing recommendations on sustainable utility services,...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 5, 2024
The City of Albuquerque is set to issue general obligation bonds totaling $111,850,000 for a range of community projects. This authorization comes under Council Bill No. O-24-4, sponsored by Klarissa Pena.The funds from the bonds will be allocated towards projects relating to public safety, community centers, homelessness, metropolitan redevelopment, community enhancement, parks and recreation, energy and water conservation, public buildings, facilities and systems, streets and transportation, museums, cultural facilities, libraries, and storm sewers. The bonds consist of...
