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By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
On September 19, Del Esparza, chairman of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce (GACC) and founder and CEO of Esparza + Digital Advertising; Terri Cole, GACC president and CEO; and Doug Majewski, GACC Downtown Transformation BIG Chair and CEO of Hartman+Majewski Design Group, wrote a guest column in the Albuquerque Journal.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
The University of New Mexico Hospital (UNM Hospital) in Albuquerque, the state's only Level-I trauma center, recently played a critical role in saving the life of 72-year-old Richard Neely from Farmington. Last fall, Neely's heart unexpectedly stopped while he was at home.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
The Rio Grande Foundation's education reform division, OAK New Mexico, has conducted a survey among legislative candidates concerning key educational issues in the state.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
New Mexico voters will soon decide on the future of The University of New Mexico (UNM) College of Pharmacy building, along with other capital projects for higher education institutions across the state. During this year’s general election, voters will be asked to approve a series of General Obligation (GO) Bonds, including Higher Education GO Bond 3. If passed, GO Bond 3 will release $230 million to higher education institutions statewide.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
Santa Fe County has announced an address modification for its Administrative Complex, effective September 26, 2024. The change aims to enhance emergency response capabilities and improve public access.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
On Friday, Sept. 27, the San Francisco-based micromobility company Spin will start installing and testing e-scooter stations throughout Albuquerque. The locations of these stations can be found on Spin’s free mobile phone application.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
Eight New Mexico State University (NMSU) metalsmithing students and three alumni will participate in the inaugural exhibition of the Las Cruces Metals Guild this October.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
Las Cruces Public Libraries is offering Chair Laughter Yoga classes on Wednesdays at Thomas Branigan Memorial Library. The sessions are scheduled for 10:15 a.m. in the Roadrunner Room at Branigan Memorial Library, located at 200 E. Picacho Ave., accessible via Roadrunner Transit Route 1.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
Fentanyl overdoses are causing significant harm in New Mexico communities. Democrats Martin Heinrich and Gabe Vasquez are being criticized for allegedly exploiting the fentanyl crisis for political gain ahead of an election, despite previous inaction.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
The Santa Fe County Community Development Department, in partnership with the Santa Fe County Public Works Division, has announced the availability of funding for tourism-related events and facilities within Santa Fe County. The Tourism Event, Facilities, and Attractions Grant Program (TEFA) will provide financial support from December 2024 through December 2025.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
The Chile Pepper Institute at New Mexico State University has relocated to the Fabián García Science Center. For several decades, the institute operated out of Gerald Thomas Hall on NMSU’s Las Cruces campus. Recently, it moved into its new location where faculty members and students conduct research on chile peppers and other crops important to New Mexico’s economy.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
The New Mexico Department of Health has issued a health advisory urging workers in the state to be aware of potential occupational hazards related to their jobs. This advisory follows an investigation into chemical storage and handling at New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU), initiated by the New Mexico Environment Department’s Occupational Health and Safety Bureau (OHSB).
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
The City of Albuquerque’s Small Business Office (SBO) has received the Entrepreneurial & Small Business Development Award from New Mexico IDEA, a statewide economic development professional association. This award acknowledges the SBO's efforts to foster an entrepreneurial culture and support small businesses in Albuquerque.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
Biologist Shayne Halter is researching the health of hummingbirds in New Mexico as the region experiences warmer and drier conditions.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 26, 2024
As the November election approaches, it is important to consider a wide range of obstacles impacting Americans' access to cast their ballot across the country, ranging from photo-ID requirements in some states, misinformation aimed at confusing voters, and the fear of potential violence at polling locations. University of New Mexico Professor Gabriel Sanchez says all of these issues are more likely to impact Latino voters than voters from other racial and ethnic backgrounds.
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 25, 2024
City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Tuesday, Sept. 24
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 25, 2024
Mike Canfield, President and CEO of the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC), will retire in early 2025. Canfield, who has been with the organization since 2011, is a member of the Pueblo of Laguna and serves on the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce board.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 25, 2024
Sandoval County Commission Chair David J. Heil and County Manager Wayne Johnson congratulated Jeff Stow, Assistant Director of IT Services at Sandoval County, for completing the 2024 Leadership Sandoval Program.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 25, 2024
The Las Cruces Police Department and Las Cruces Public Schools are reminding students about the consequences of making, posting, or sharing threats of shootings.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 25, 2024
On Saturday, Paul Gessing, president of the Rio Grande Foundation (RGF), participated in a Braver Angels event held in the International District. During the event, he initiated a conversation on homeless policy. He argued that additional tax dollars are not necessary to provide housing for the homeless.
