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By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 14, 2023
City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, July 10
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 12, 2023
City of Albuquerque Land Use, Planning, and Zoning Committee met Wednesday, June 14
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 12, 2023
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, July 17

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 11, 2023
On August 10, 2023, the Keller Administration welcomed a historic billion-dollar solar manufacturing investment. Maxeon Solar Technologies, a global frontrunner in solar advancements, is set to establish a $1 billion solar panel manufacturing plant in Albuquerque according to a press release.

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 11, 2023
This August, in observance of National Breastfeeding Month, New Mexico aligns with the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action's (WABA) theme, promoting comprehensive breastfeeding support that covers needs and rights throughout the childbirth journey, to provide an optimal environment for breastfeeding for all parents. The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) and the Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) program collaborate throughout the year to assist working families, particularly in addressing the breastfeeding needs of new parents and infants according to a press release.

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 11, 2023
In response to the risk of health threats from widespread smoke resulting from ongoing wildfires in New Mexico on Aug. 7 caused by factors such as high winds, heat and arid conditions, the New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) issued essential guidelines to ensure residents' safety, according to a press release. These recommendations are intended to mitigate the potential adverse effects of the smoke that has been generated by wildfires and human-induced fires occurring throughout the state.

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 11, 2023
At the 2023 Flash Memory Summit, Los Alamos National Laboratory and SK hynix are set to showcase the updated features of the ordered Key Value Store Computational Storage Device (KV-CSD). Building upon the previous year's collaboration, this project is an extension of the partnership between Los Alamos' High Performance Computing division and SK hynix, initially introduced at the 2022 Flash Memory Summit according to a press release.

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 11, 2023
From July 26, UNM Hospital has taken over the role of the new healthcare provider at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Bernalillo County. This transition, facilitated by the newly formed MDC Health Care Authority, signifies a partnership between Bernalillo County and UNM Hospital to ensure comprehensive medical, dental and behavioral health services for MDC inmates, according to a press release.

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 11, 2023
American Humane, the foremost national humane organization in the U.S. and the largest certifier of animal welfare practices globally, revealed on Aug. 10 that ABQ BioPark in Albuquerque, New Mexico has been awarded the esteemed American Humane Certified™ seal, according to a press release.
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 11, 2023
City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, June 12
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 11, 2023
City of Santa Fe City-County Advisory Council on Food Policy met Thursday, July 13

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 10, 2023
New Mexico Department of Tourism Secretary Jen Paul Schroer has been designated to head the Aging and Long-Term Services Department, succeeding Katrina Hotrum-Lopez, who retired in July, according to a press release. Lancing Adams, the existing development director, will take on the role of acting tourism secretary during this transition.

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 10, 2023
The Executive MBA Class of 2025 has been recently introduced by the University of New Mexico Anderson School of Management, commencing its 24-month program in June, according to a press release. The cohort convenes every other Saturday for full-day classes, including two consecutive online synchronous sessions and two on-campus orientation and immersion weeks, ultimately culminating in May 2025.

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 10, 2023
Central New Mexico Community College (CNM) recently highlighted the accomplishment of CNM Flamenco instructor Bridgit Luján, who engaged in a prestigious Fulbright research program in Spain. As a Fulbright Scholar, Luján resided in Seville, Spain, immersing herself in Spanish culture, exchanging American cultural insights and conducting in-depth research into the historical roots of Flamenco, according to a press release.

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 10, 2023
U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) and Edward Markey (D-MA) jointly corresponded with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Aug. 8, advocating for the enforcement of the Commission's existing regulations concerning consent for receiving telemarketing calls (robocalls).
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 10, 2023
City of Santa Fe Mayor's Committee on Disability met Wednesday, June 7
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 10, 2023
City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Thursday, July 13

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 9, 2023
On Aug. 7, the ABQ BioPark, in collaboration with Mayor Tim Keller, released its annual report, spotlighting the significant changes driven by the 1/8 cent gross receipts tax (GRT), according to a press release. Approved by voters and effective from July 2016, the GRT has spurred major renovations, highlighted in the report, which details completed, ongoing and upcoming projects.

By New Mexico Sun Report | Aug 9, 2023
The inaugural episode of "Take Another Look: 'What is Public Art?'" will be launched on Aug. 9 by the City of Albuquerque's Department of Arts & Culture's Public Art Urban Enhancement Division, according to a press release.
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 9, 2023
City of Santa Fe Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee met Thursday, July 13