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Western New Mexico volleyball drops two matches at Mountain Lion Classic

Western New Mexico University’s volleyball team began play at the Mountain Lion Classic in Colorado Springs, facing Jamestown and the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) on Friday.


UNM College of Pharmacy begins major renovation aimed at modernization

The University of New Mexico (UNM) College of Pharmacy has started renovations on its 50-year-old facility, aiming to update the building and expand its capacity for training future pharmacists and researchers.


Eastern New Mexico women’s cross country finishes tenth at Texas Tech Open

Eastern New Mexico University's women's cross country team finished tenth out of 15 teams at the Texas Tech Open in Lubbock, Texas.


NM State Athletics launches updated mobile app for Aggie fans

NM State Athletics has launched an updated version of its official mobile app, aimed at enhancing the experience for Aggie sports fans.


Museum of International Folk Art hosts silent auction and party

The Museum of International Folk Art, in collaboration with the Friends of Folk Art, is organizing the World of Treasures Silent Auction and Party.


Arthur Sze named 25th Poet Laureate by Library of Congress

The Library of Congress has announced that Arthur Sze, a poet from Santa Fe, has been named the 25th Poet Laureate of the United States.


Albuquerque continues Rail Trail project despite loss of federal funding

The city of Albuquerque is moving forward with its Rail Trail project despite losing a significant portion of federal funding.


Women's Leadership Luncheon marks 10 years of empowering Santa Fe entrepreneurs

A decade ago, an article in Forbes highlighted Santa Fe as having the highest number of women entrepreneurs per capita in the United States.


Deb Haaland addresses campaign recruitment, healthcare access, and family economic pressures

Deb Haaland posted a series of messages on September 18-19, highlighting her campaign outreach efforts while addressing issues such as healthcare access through Planned Parenthood and the impact of rising grocery prices on families in New Mexico


Arts & Culture: New Mexico Actor’s Lab Showcases Sam Shepard’s Cowboy Mouth

Sam Shepard’s life unfolds like a play in four acts: a California boyhood under wide skies; the restless, electric rise in New York as an Obie-winning playwright; a New Mexico chapter...


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham highlights universal child care and historic military recognition

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham used social media on September 18-19, 2025 to spotlight New Mexico's universal child care initiative and honor Stella Lavadie for her military service.


Trump Administration withdraws $11.5M in federal funds from Albuquerque rail trail

Rio Grande Foundation president Paul Gessing recently spoke with KOAT Channel 7 about the Trump Administration's decision to eliminate $11.5 million in federal funding for the Albuquerque rail trail project.


Bernalillo County DA Sam Bregman reports arrests and convictions in major criminal cases

District Attorney Sam Bregman announced key developments in several Bernalillo County criminal cases on September 19, 2025.


Xavier Johnson rushes for over 100 yards as ENMU falls to Angelo State

Eastern New Mexico University faced No. 8 Angelo State in a Lone Star Conference football matchup on Saturday night, experiencing both weather disruptions and a strong opponent.


Eastern New Mexico volleyball falls to Lubbock Christian in straight sets

Eastern New Mexico University's volleyball team was defeated by Lubbock Christian University in straight sets during the final day of the MCM Chap Invite held at the Rip Griffin Center in Lubbock, Texas.


Eastern New Mexico men’s cross country competes at Lobo Invitational in Albuquerque

Eastern New Mexico University's men's cross country team participated in the Lobo Cross Country Invitational, held at the UNM North Golf Course in Albuquerque.


Eastern New Mexico women's soccer falls to Adams State on Colorado road trip

The Eastern New Mexico University women's soccer team concluded its Colorado road trip with a 3-0 defeat against Adams State University at the ASU Soccer Field in Alamosa.


Mustangs prepare for home football matchup after high-scoring loss

Last week, the Western New Mexico University Mustangs lost to New Mexico Highlands in a high-scoring football game, ending with a score of 69–55.


Deb Haaland addresses tribal partnerships and mental health needs in New Mexico

Deb Haaland posted a series of messages on September 17-18, 2025 addressing key issues facing New Mexicans—including tribal partnerships, rising suicide rates, and economic hardship—while emphasizing her commitment to supporting vulnerable...


Bob Perls on Breaking Partisan Gridlock with the Forward Party

Polarization fuels gridlock in New Mexico and across the country, while primary rules and party machinery narrow voter choice.