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Fire at Cerro Colorado Landfill contained; California wildfire smoke may reach Albuquerque

A fire began earlier this afternoon at the Cerro Colorado Landfill. As of 4:45 PM, the fire is contained and the plume of smoke from the fire is no longer visible from the Sunport.


Greater Albuquerque Chamber supports UNMH mill levy

Del Esparza, chairman of the board of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce, and Terri Cole, GACC president and CEO, have expressed their support for the University of New Mexico Hospital mill levy on the Nov. 5 ballot. In an op-ed published in The Sunday Journal on Sept. 8, they outlined their reasons for backing the measure.


Graduate student receives New Mexico Space Grant Consortium fellowship

A School of Engineering graduate student’s work in energy storage has received a significant boost, thanks to a prestigious fellowship she recently received.


Las Cruces to open new pickleball courts at East Mesa Public Recreation Complex

The City of Las Cruces Parks and Recreation Department will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3 p.m. on Friday, September 13, 2024, to mark the opening of the pickleball courts at the East Mesa Public Recreation Complex located at 4582 Sonoma Springs Avenue.


NMSU's Clayton Livestock Research Center unveils upgrades during annual field day

New Mexico State University’s Clayton Livestock Research Center will showcase its research and new amenities during the annual field day event on September 16. This year's event, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., will be held at the center located at 15 NMSU Lane in Clayton, New Mexico.


Maggie Toulouse Oliver testifies on U.S. election confidence ahead of 2024

New Mexico Secretary of State Maggie Toulouse Oliver addressed the U.S. House of Representatives’ Committee on House Administration during a hearing titled “American Confidence in Elections: Looking Ahead to the 2024 General Election.” The session aimed to tackle the declining public confidence in election processes and outcomes.


NMSU partners with Reynolds Field Station providing new opportunities for geology students

New Mexico State University (NMSU) geology students now have access to the Reynolds Field Station for Education and Science Research (RFS), thanks to a partnership between NMSU and RFS. This collaboration offers students opportunities for research, field courses, and educational outreach.


City of Santa Fe Women's Commission met Sept. 10

City of Santa Fe Women's Commission met Tuesday, Sept. 10


City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Sept. 10

City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Tuesday, Sept. 10


City of Santa Fe Veterans Advisory Board met Sept. 10

City of Santa Fe Veterans Advisory Board met Tuesday, Sept. 10


City of Santa Fe Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee met Aug. 8

City of Santa Fe Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee met Thursday, Aug. 8


City of Santa Fe Water Conservation Committee met Sept. 10

City of Santa Fe Water Conservation Committee met Tuesday, Sept. 10


City of Santa Fe Mayor's Youth Advisory Board met Sept. 9

City of Santa Fe Mayor's Youth Advisory Board met Monday, Sept. 9


City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Sept. 9

City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, Sept. 9


City of Santa Fe Buckman Direct Diversion Board met Aug. 1

City of Santa Fe Buckman Direct Diversion Board met Thursday, Aug. 1


City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Sept. 5

City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Thursday, Sept. 5


City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Sept. 4

City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 4


City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Sept. 10

City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, Sept. 10


City of Santa Fe Board of Adjustment met Sept. 10

City of Santa Fe Board of Adjustment met Tuesday, Sept. 10


Carlo Mora-Monge assumes new role at College of Business

Carlo Mora-Monge has been a significant contributor to the College of Business' mission of aiding students and faculty in achieving their highest potential for over 20 years.