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By New Mexico Sun | Sep 24, 2023
Three APS Magnet Schools Attain National Certification
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 24, 2023
The University of New Mexico's School of Public Administration (SPA) is set to host the highly anticipated 2023 Annual Arthur A. Blumenfeld VIP Networking Reception Fundraiser & Endowed Lecture Dinner. Taking place on October 16, 2023, this event is dedicated to raising funds for the Blumenfeld Endowment and students in SPA's Public Service & Leadership Programs, as announced by UNM on September 25, 2023.
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 23, 2023
City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, Aug. 7
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 23, 2023
City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, Aug. 28
By Jim Ellis | Sep 22, 2023
Southern New Mexico’s 2nd Congressional District is a toss-up seat, the type of which will largely determine the complexion of the House after the 2024 elections.
By Mick Rich | Sep 22, 2023
New Mexicans woke up to “Governor announces statewide enforcement plan for violence, fentanyl reduction – Plan includes 30-day suspension of concealed, open carry in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County.”
By Kenneth Costello | Sep 22, 2023
Most advocates of electrification – and there are many in New Mexico – fail to consider the downsides of electrification. With deepening concerns over climate change, politicians, policymakers, electric utilities, and environmentalists are pushing the idea of electrification: The replacement of fossil fuels with electricity for direct end uses like transportation and water and space heating.
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 22, 2023
City of Santa Fe Mayor's Committee on Disability met Wednesday, Aug. 2
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 22, 2023
City of Santa Fe Occupancy Tax Advisory Board met Friday, Aug. 25
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 21, 2023
Starting on September 25th, at-home COVID-19 tests will be available for free to Americans. The Biden administration has allocated $600 million for the production of these tests and is relaunching a website where individuals can order up to four tests per household. These tests are specifically designed to detect the currently circulating COVID variants and are expected to be available for use by the end of the year.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 21, 2023
In a groundbreaking collaboration, Project ECHO has partnered with the World Health Organization (WHO) to establish the WHO Collaborating Center for Digital Learning in Health Emergencies. This center, located at an academic institution in New Mexico, aims to enhance emergency preparedness and response through digital learning. It is the first of its kind, dedicated to this specific area of focus.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 21, 2023
NMSU Introduces Teacher Pipeline Program
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 21, 2023
Sandia National Laboratories has recently launched its Center for Cyber Defenders, an internship institute focused on cybersecurity. This program has been actively involving college students from all over the United States in critical national security issues for over two decades. Since its inception in 2021, the program has provided participants with networking opportunities, training, mentorship, and research experiences.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 21, 2023
Los Alamos National Laboratory has recently released a new documentary titled "Oppenheimer: Science, Mission, Legacy," which is now available for public viewing online. Produced by the Lab's National Security Research Center (NSRC) and Multimedia Production Group, this documentary consists of three episodes, each lasting one and a half hours. It features expert interviews and previously unreleased materials from the NSRC's unclassified collections, providing insights into the enduring legacy of J. Robert Oppenheimer and its relevance to the Lab's current mission.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 21, 2023
Albuquerque City Councilor, Klarissa Peña, is advocating for California's AB 436, a bill that aims to repeal anti-cruising regulations. In a letter addressed to California Governor Gavin Newsom, Councilor Peña urged his endorsement and signature on the legislation, emphasizing the potential for communities to strengthen local cruising events and their economic impact.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 21, 2023
Felecia Caton-Garcia, the Executive Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Central New Mexico Community College (CNM), has recently been recognized for her outstanding work in the field. On September 21, 2023, Caton-Garcia was announced as a fellow by the Hispanic Association of College and Universities (HACU). This prestigious fellowship will allow her to take part in leadership development activities and receive mentorship, among other opportunities.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 21, 2023
Sandia National Laboratories has recently announced its participation in the Rio Grande Consortium for Advanced Research on Exascale Simulation (Grande CARES), a government-funded program aimed at providing science and technology learning opportunities to student minorities. The initiative, supported by the National Nuclear Security Administration's Minority-Serving Institute Partnership Program, seeks to address the underrepresentation of minorities in the workforce at national laboratories.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 21, 2023
The New Mexico State University (NMSU) Cooperative Extension Service has recently announced that it will be offering emergency preparedness resources and training opportunities to residents of New Mexico. As a member of the Southwest Border Food Protection and Emergency Preparedness Center, the Cooperative Extension Service is well-equipped to respond to complex crises, according to a press release from NMSU.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 21, 2023
The grand opening of the Luna County Public Health Office in Deming, New Mexico was celebrated by the New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) and Luna County Government. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place on September 22, 2023, and was attended by representatives from both organizations, as well as the Deming-Luna County Chamber of Commerce.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 21, 2023
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has recently announced an allocation of $47.7 million in funding for 16 projects aimed at advancing clean hydrogen technologies. These initiatives, managed by the DOE's Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office, will be conducted across 13 states and will contribute to the ongoing efforts to reduce the production cost of clean hydrogen. The projects will focus on various aspects, such as developing fuel cells for zero-emission trucks, capturing lost hydrogen during transfers, designing composite tanks for hydrogen transport, and developing...
