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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.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses government shutdown impacts and healthcare concerns

Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández posted on X about her office's continued operations during the government shutdown and raised concerns about rising healthcare costs in New Mexico through posts dated October 1-2, 2025.


Eastern New Mexico volleyball prepares for home opener against Texas Woman's and DBU

The Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) volleyball team is preparing for its 2025 home-opener, hosting Texas Woman's University on October 3 at 6 p.m., followed by a match against Dallas Baptist University (DBU) on October 4 at 2 p.m. Both...


New Mexico Ice Wolves host anti-bullying skate event for National Bullying Prevention Month

The New Mexico Ice Wolves will hold their annual "Be a Buddy, Not a Bully" event on Saturday, October 11 at the Outpost Ice Arenas.


Gabe Vasquez addresses government services, parks staffing amid political disputes

Gabe Vasquez, Congressman for New Mexico’s 2nd district as of October 2025 posts on topics including effective governance, support for National Park staff at sites such as White Sands and Carlsbad Caverns, and challenges facing local farmers under...


Marshall Martinez returns from sabbatical with renewed focus at Equality New Mexico

Marshall Martinez, Executive Director of Equality New Mexico (EQNM), has returned to his role after a 100-day sabbatical.


New Mexico Legislature ends special session after passing key healthcare bills

The New Mexico Legislature concluded its special session with both the Senate and House passing several key bills, which now await Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s signature.


El Palacio receives multiple honors at international media association conference

El Palacio, the official magazine of the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, has received multiple honors at the 45th annual International Regional Media Association (IRMA) conference in Calgary, Canada.