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Eastern New Mexico falls to nationally-ranked Dallas Baptist in road soccer match

Eastern New Mexico University's women's soccer team was defeated by Dallas Baptist University in a conference match on Saturday, with a final score of 12-0.


Eastern New Mexico women’s soccer faces top-ranked DBU in Lone Star Conference matchup

The Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) women's soccer team will travel to Dallas, Texas, for a conference matchup against the nationally-ranked Dallas Baptist University (DBU) Patriots.


University of New Mexico seeks nominations for annual alumni awards

The University of New Mexico Alumni Association is seeking nominations for its annual UNM Alumni Awards, which recognize graduates who have made notable contributions in various fields.


New Mexico State Library staff to present at annual NMLA conference

New Mexico State Library staff will participate in the upcoming New Mexico Library Association (NMLA) Annual Conference by presenting a series of sessions and workshops.


Chama El Hadiri leads ENMU women’s cross country to fourth place at Hobbs meet

Eastern New Mexico University's women's cross country team finished fourth at the New Mexico Junior College Dr. Steve McCleery Invitational, held Friday morning at Harry McAdams Park in Hobbs, New Mexico.


Eastern New Mexico volleyball claims first win at Texas A&M International since 2021

The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team secured a 3-1 victory against Texas A&M International in Laredo, Texas, on Friday evening.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham highlights affordable housing and health care initiatives

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham addressed concerns about healthcare leadership, announced new senior housing in Las Cruces, and criticized federal lawmakers' handling of family protections in three posts dated October 1-3, 2025.


New Mexico allocates $2.2 million for job training at 12 companies statewide

The New Mexico Economic Development Department has announced that its Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) will allocate up to $2.2 million to support training for 225 employees at 12 companies throughout the state.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández voices concerns over shutdown's effect on healthcare access

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted several times on October 3, 2025 about how the government shutdown is affecting community clinics and healthcare costs.


New Mexico United faces crucial playoff test against Phoenix Rising FC

New Mexico United will face Phoenix Rising FC this Saturday in Arizona in a Western Conference match that could be decisive for the team's playoff ambitions.


New Mexico Primary Care Council schedules virtual quarterly meeting for October 9

The New Mexico Primary Care Council will hold its regular quarterly meeting on Thursday, October 9, beginning at 10:00 a.m. The meeting will take place virtually via Microsoft Teams and is open to the public.


Governor signs emergency bills deploying $162M after federal cuts

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed four emergency bills allocating $162 million in state funds to address the impact of recent federal cuts to food assistance and health care programs.


Los Alamos National Laboratory highlights history of scientific achievements in new video

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has released a new video that showcases its significant scientific achievements from its founding during the Manhattan Project to current research initiatives.


Eastern New Mexico men's cross country places sixth at NMJC Dr. Steve McCleery Invitational

Eastern New Mexico University's men's cross country team participated in the New Mexico Junior College Dr. Steve McCleery Invitational on Friday morning at Harry McAdams Park in Hobbs, New Mexico.


UNM researcher receives $12.9 million grant for endometrial cancer study

Kimberly Leslie, MD, a professor at The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center, has received a five-year grant totaling $12.9 million from the National Cancer Institute (NCI).


Fiesta of Cultures highlights diverse traditions at Coronado Historic Site

The annual Fiesta of Cultures will take place at the Coronado Historic Site in Bernalillo, New Mexico, on Saturday, October 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is organized by New Mexico Historic Sites and The Friends of Coronado and Jemez...


MountainView Regional Medical Center offers free drive-thru flu shots during annual event

Local hospitals in Las Cruces are again offering drive-thru flu vaccinations for people six months and older.


New Mexico Department of Public Safety schedules annual auto auction for October

The New Mexico Department of Public Safety, in partnership with the Department of Game and Fish, Santa Fe County, City of Santa Fe, and the Energy, Minerals, and Natural Resources Department, will hold its annual auto auction.


Eastern New Mexico cross country teams prepare for NMJC Dr. Steve McCleery Invitational

Eastern New Mexico University's women's and men's cross country teams are preparing to compete in the NMJC Dr. Steve McCleery Invitational, which will be hosted by New Mexico Junior College in Hobbs, New Mexico.


Albuquerque Isotopes lead Pacific Coast League in attendance for fourth consecutive season

The Albuquerque Isotopes led the Pacific Coast League in attendance for the fourth consecutive year, welcoming a total of 493,849 fans to Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park over 73 home openings during the 2025 season.