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City of Albuquerque Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee met Oct. 24

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 20, 2023

City of Albuquerque Intergovernmental Legislative Relations Committee met Tuesday, Oct. 24

City of Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Authority Joint Powers Board met Sept. 21

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 18, 2023

City of Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Authority Joint Powers Board met Thursday, Sept. 21

City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Oct. 24

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 18, 2023

City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, Oct. 24

Corporate Welfare

By Ramona Goolsby | Nov 17, 2023

I have been attending the Bernalillo County Commission meeting for well over a year now and things seem to be moving in the wrong direction. The Bernalillo County Commission and the City of Albuquerque are precariously sitting on a financial slope that the people may have a hard time recovering from.

City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Sept. 20

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 17, 2023

City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 20

City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Oct. 23

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 17, 2023

City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, Oct. 23

City of Albuquerque City Council met Sept. 18

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2023

City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, Sept. 18

City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Oct. 23

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 16, 2023

City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, Oct. 23

UNM welcomes In-N-Out Burger to South Campus TIDD

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 16, 2023

The University of New Mexico (UNM) announced the inclusion in the South Campus Tax Increment Development District (TIDD). The tax revenues generated by this enterprise will contribute to funding public infrastructure, including roads, utilities, and public facilities, in the specified area.

Sandia researchers elected associate fellows for aerospace contributions

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023

Sandia National Laboratories announced that two of its employees are set to become associate fellows in the class of 2024 at the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics. The individuals, selected based on their AIAA senior membership, over 12 years of professional experience, and recommendations from three AIAA associate fellows, will be recognized for their contributions to aerospace.

Sandia lab introduces tool for assessing viability of closed-loop geothermal systems

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023

Sandia National Laboratories announced the completion of a two-year computational modeling effort for closed-loop geothermal systems, led by a team of experts from various national laboratories. In this initiative, Sandia played a crucial role in the computational modeling of the belowground system, while the National Renewable Energy Laboratory utilized the numerical results to assess the economic viability of the system within their aboveground power plant and economic model.

Los Alamos Lab 2023 medal winners

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023

Los Alamos National Laboratory announced the recipients of its most esteemed medals in Community Relations, Operations, and Global Security for the year 2023. This group of winners is being recognized for their contributions to the laboratory's mission and impact in these areas.

Green certifications awarded to two labs at Los Alamos

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023

Los Alamos National Laboratory announced that the Chain Lab in Genomics and Bioanalytics and the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT) have been acknowledged for their commitment to sustainability. The recognition comes as a result of the two labs' participation in the "Green Lab" certification process offered by My Green Lab on Nov 15th.

NMSU's Korean exchange program to address global challenges

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023

New Mexico State University (NMSU) recently announced that students from Seoul's Sungkyunkwan University (SKKU) are scheduled to arrive in Las Cruces for collaborative projects with NMSU students. These interdisciplinary teams of four will work closely with professors and sustainability communication experts from SKKU and NMSU's Journalism and Media Studies and Creative Media Institute to produce videos addressing global issues, fostering international collaboration.

UNM WRC introduces 'Nurture And Thrive' fund in memory of late student

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023

The University of New Mexico announced the launch of the Nurture and Thrive (NAT) Fund for late student Natalie Jude through its Women's Resource Center (WRC). The fund aims to offer unwavering support and emergency financial assistance to student survivors facing intimate partner violence, student assault, gender-based harassment, and stalking on Nov 15th.

Community and courage celebrated at the 2023 New Mexico Heroes Banquet

By New Mexico Sun Reports | Nov 15, 2023

The New Mexico Business Coalition's (NMBC) 2023 Heroes Banquet, held recently in Albuquerque, celebrated local heroes who have made significant contributions to their communities across New Mexico.

CSVANW urges action after New Mexico disbands MMIWR task force

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023

The Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women (CSVANW) has voiced concern over the recent disbandment of the New Mexico Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Relatives (MMIWR) Task Force.

Greater Chaco Coalition urges follow-through on Honoring Chaco Initiative

By New Mexico Sun | Nov 15, 2023

On the second anniversary of the Honoring Chaco Initiative (HCI), the Greater Chaco Coalition has urged Interior Secretary Deb Haaland to fulfill her commitment to protect the Greater Chaco region.