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School of Law welcomes community at annual Back to School Fiesta

On August 22, the School of Law held its annual Back to School Fiesta on the back patio of the law school.


Eastern New Mexico University rodeo teams compete at Frank Phillips College event

Eastern New Mexico University's men's and women's rodeo teams participated in the Frank Phillips College rodeo held in Canadian, Texas over the weekend.


Western New Mexico volleyball falls to Lubbock Christian in five-set conference match

Lubbock Christian University defeated Western New Mexico University in a five-set volleyball match at Rip Griffin Center on Saturday.


Western New Mexico Mustangs host Central Washington in Lone Star Conference football matchup

The Western New Mexico Mustangs football team is set to face Central Washington University in a Lone Star Conference matchup tonight at Ben Altamirano Stadium.


Western New Mexico falls to Central Washington in high-scoring football contest

Western New Mexico University’s football team was defeated by Central Washington University, 91-31, in a Lone Star Conference matchup at Ben Altamirano Field on Saturday.


Western New Mexico falls to Midwestern State in Lone Star volleyball opener

Midwestern State University defeated Western New Mexico University in straight sets during their Lone Star Conference volleyball opener on Friday night at D.L. Ligon Coliseum in Wichita Falls, Texas.


Zico Bailey called up by Philippines for AFC Asian Cup qualifiers

New Mexico United defender Zico Bailey has been selected to join the Philippine Men’s National Football Team for the third round of the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.


MountainView Regional Medical Center opens new urgent care location on Lohman Avenue

MountainView Regional Medical Center has opened a new urgent care facility at 4351 E. Lohman Ave., Suite 100, in Las Cruces.


Joe Fields named director of athletics at New Mexico State University

New Mexico State University has named Joe Fields as its 24th Director of Athletics, concluding a national search for the position.


Touro College opens first dental school in New Mexico to address provider shortage

Touro College of Dental Medicine has officially opened its new facility in southeast Albuquerque, marking the state's first dental college.


Western New Mexico men's golf holds steady in DII Shootout after second round

The Western New Mexico University Men's Golf team completed the second round of the DII Shootout in Tulum, Mexico, maintaining their position in 12th place.


Western New Mexico men's golf sits tied for twelfth after first round at DII Shootout

The Western New Mexico University Men's Golf team completed the first round of the DII Shootout in Tulum, Mexico, ending the day tied for 12th place.


Anderson Theater reopens with upgraded facilities ahead of Balloon Fiesta

The Anderson Theater at the Anderson Abruzzo Albuquerque International Balloon Museum will reopen to the public on Saturday, October 4, at 9 a.m. The reopening follows renovations funded by the Anderson Family and the New Mexico Department of...


PNM CEO Don Tarry outlines Blackstone acquisition benefits at Chamber board meeting

Don Tarry, CEO of the Public Service Company of New Mexico (PNM), addressed the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors on September 25 regarding PNM's proposed acquisition by Blackstone Infrastructure.


Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women marks 30 years with events and awareness campaign

The Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women (CSVANW) is marking its 30th anniversary this October with a series of events and initiatives aimed at supporting survivors and raising awareness about domestic violence in Tribal Nations and...


Governor Lujan Grisham plans emergency funding bills amid federal cuts

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has announced her intention to sign a series of emergency bills aimed at protecting health care and food assistance for residents in response to recent federal budget cuts.


Deb Haaland highlights campaign progress and commitment to Indigenous reconciliation

Deb Haaland shared updates about her campaign activities and advocacy work through posts dated October 1-2, 2025.


Western New Mexico volleyball earns first Lone Star Conference win over Texas A&M International

Western New Mexico University’s volleyball team secured its first Lone Star Conference win of the season by defeating Texas A&M International University in four sets at Drag's Court in Silver City.


Sen. Thornton on malpractice reform: 'New Mexico has become a money haven for trial attorneys to litigate cases’

Ant Thornton, a state senator, said that New Mexico’s current liability climate inflates premiums and claim volumes and should be rebalanced to keep doctors practicing in the state.


Joel Grieshaber on 37 Years of Craft and Customer Loyalty

New Mexico’s small businesses keep travel, work, and outdoor life moving.