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By New Mexico Sun | Jun 13, 2024
The City of Las Cruces is undertaking an update to the City's Land Development Code. The project, Realize Las Cruces, includes regulations that govern the use and development of land within the city limits and surrounding areas in some cases.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 13, 2024
Priscilla Carabajal, who grew up in Anthony, New Mexico, never considered college an option. Starting her career in corrections at age 19, she later worked for the health department and health and social services. Over the years, Carabajal has held positions with the city, county, and state.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 13, 2024
The University of New Mexico Geospatial and Population Studies (UNM-GPS) has launched two new dashboards aimed at examining data on crashes involving pedestrians and cyclists. Although pedestrians are involved in only about 2% of traffic crashes in New Mexico, they account for 20% of all crash-related fatalities.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 12, 2024
"Interpretive Reflections" on View at Gallery One
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 12, 2024
For eight years, the Feminist Border Arts Film Festival (FBAFF) at New Mexico State University has focused on short films. In its ninth year, the festival will also screen feature-length films and include a day-long zine fest from June 28-29 during International Pride Weekend. Zines are self-made, small circulation publications.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 12, 2024
Santa Fe, NM – On June 11, 2024, the Senior Services Division presented a proposal to the Board of County Commissioners to develop a potential partnership with Rio Arriba County. This collaboration aims to better serve area seniors and support the Chimayo community.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 12, 2024
With another 100+ degree day expected this week, the Parks & Recreation Department (PRD) will activate sprinklers in four parks on June 13 as part of “Operation Cooldown 2024.” Sprinkler play provides families a no-cost way to cool off. The following parks (Group 2) will host sprinkler play from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 13:
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 12, 2024
Researchers from The University of New Mexico's Hand and Machine Lab in the Department of Computer Science recently participated in the ACM Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems (ACM CHI) held in Hawaii. At this significant annual event, the team presented research papers, organized a workshop, and demonstrated their 3D printing technology.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 12, 2024
The New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) has issued a heat advisory as temperatures are expected to soar across the state. Forecasts predict temperatures will reach 105°F and higher in southern regions, and up to 100°F in Albuquerque and Farmington by Thursday.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 12, 2024
Earlier this month, Albuquerque Community Safety (ACS), The University of New Mexico Health Mobile Medicine Team, and the UNM Hospital Emergency Department collaborated to assist an unhoused, legally blind man in Albuquerque.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 11, 2024
A Commemoration of the Treaty of 1868 event will be held at the Bosque Redondo Memorial site on Saturday, June 15.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 11, 2024
The New Mexico State University (NMSU) College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences’ floral team offers more than just floral design skills to its students. The program emphasizes creativity, teamwork, and leadership to prepare students for their professional careers.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 11, 2024
Tara Drake, an assistant professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy at The University of New Mexico, has received a National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award. The award is NSF’s most prestigious recognition for early-career faculty who have the potential to serve as academic role models in research and education and to lead advances in their respective fields.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 11, 2024
The Political Science Honors Program at The University of New Mexico provides undergraduate students with an introduction to graduate-level research and the opportunity to write a senior thesis under faculty mentorship. Associate Professor Jessica Feezell, who directs the program, described it as a three-semester sequence where students engage in original research, gain data analysis skills, take a graduate-level seminar, and complete a senior thesis.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 11, 2024
Officers with the Albuquerque Police Department arrested Enzo Parra Jimenez, 21, and David Arias, 19, following ShotSpotter activations indicating a moving shooter.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 11, 2024
After nearly two years of construction, the highly anticipated Behavioral Health Crisis Center (BHCC) is set to take its first patients on June 25, 2024.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 11, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – The City of Albuquerque celebrated the grand opening of the new Santa Barbara Martineztown Multigenerational Center today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Mayor Tim Keller, area elected officials, and community members. Located at 1825 Edith Blvd NE, the facility aims to provide direct access to city services for residents of all ages and serve as a community hub for neighborhood families.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 10, 2024
The University of New Mexico-Valencia campus has announced the receipt of a new grant, which they describe as ‘revolutionary’ for their humanities curriculum. The grant, awarded by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), is titled ‘Centering Humanities Curriculum around Cultural Relevance at a Small, Rural, Hispanic-Serving Institution.’
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 10, 2024
The City of Albuquerque has appointed individuals to key positions within the Department of Municipal Development and the Gateway Health Hub to ensure the continuation of large projects. Jennifer Turner has been named Director of Municipal Development, Jennifer McDonald will serve as Operations Officer for the Gateway Health Hub, and Shawn Maden will take on the role of Capital Implementation Program Officer.
By New Mexico Sun | Jun 10, 2024
New Mexico State University’s Black Programs in the Office of Equity, Inclusion and Diversity will collaborate with the NAACP of Doña Ana County, the NMSU Library, and the NMSU Music Department to host a series of events celebrating Juneteenth.
