Laurie A. Luebbert News
Edgewood seeks to balance future of growth with longtime identity
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Mar 2, 2023
As Edgewood, New Mexico, gears up for a growth spurt in the coming months, the town is working to avoid becoming so big, so fast that it loses its identity.
Mora County's Emergency Firewood Project helps with residents' 'really big' need to heat homes
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Oct 5, 2022
This year’s wildfires have put Mora County, New Mexico, residents in a pinch in terms of how they plan to stay warm this winter.
Co-owner of Happy Accidents: ‘Humbled' with recognition as 'Best' cocktail bar in US
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Oct 5, 2022
A New Mexico bartender is shaking things up on the national scene.
New Mexico State University LGBT+ Programs director: School wants to 'create a culture where all Aggies can feel included’
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Oct 4, 2022
New Mexico State University has a busy month of activities for the LGBT+ community this month, which is being called OUTober.
Trujillo: ‘This fire was devastating, and it changed the trajectory of our water plan substantially’
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Oct 4, 2022
A fire in New Mexico is causing long-term concerns for the Las Vegas, New Mexico, area as potable water will be hard to come by.
NM education secretary: New student assessment results show ‘some real bright spots’
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Sep 6, 2022
New Mexico educators thought many of the state’s students were not being fairly assessed under the Partnership for Assessment of Readiness for College and Careers (PARCC) program.
Almodovar, manager of Old Santa Fee Inn: ‘We all love this property’
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Aug 5, 2022
The Old Santa Fe Inn has long maintained an air of history and, as a bed and breakfast, its team has long advertised that it strives to provide guests with “an authentic Santa Fe experience.” Now, it has been added to the list of 300 Historic Hotels of America.
Monagle: Lawyers seek order to ‘stabilize this land and prevent wind and dust erosion’
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Aug 5, 2022
When a housing development is being built, it’s normal that neighbors will experience some problems with noise and dirt, but residents of the Jubilee retirement community think contractors aren’t taking enough care as they build Sierra Vista.
Jenison on road safety after rain: ‘It was a river with standing waves and very muddy water’
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Aug 5, 2022
New Mexico fire and rescue officials reminded people to exercise caution any time they see water on streets, especially after heavy rains.
'Drop Your Weapons for Lawrence' to become an annual event in Albuquerque
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Aug 4, 2022
Almost a year ago, Lawrence Anzures was shot and killed near the Ojos Locos location in Albuquerque, but his name will continue to live on in the community.
Albuquerque student on 'Pictures of Hope' exhibit: 'We just want everything to stop – the violence and riots'
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Jul 21, 2022
Student artists have their dreams, and they were recently given the chance to use art to showcase their visions for life.
Oreskovich seeks more funding for school-based health centers: 'The funding has left the program in place'
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Jul 20, 2022
Advocates for student health services are asking state lawmakers to increase funding so they can expand healthcare offerings on school campuses.
Mayor Keller on award recipient: ‘He prioritized humane treatment of animals, and that’s something we always want to do’
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Jul 20, 2022
When you imagine an animal welfare officer, you picture someone who cares about four-legged friends, even when dealing with one that is putting humans in jeopardy.
Water quality pro: ‘I would recommend washing off with clean water… to rinse yourself off of any potential contamination’
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Jul 20, 2022
Blue-green algae is flourishing at a few lakes in New Mexico, making it more imperative that people take care of themselves and their pets should they encounter the algae.
N.M. health secretary on COVID-19 variants: 'The virus actually wants to live with us so it evolves over time'
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Jul 20, 2022
COVID-19 hasn’t gone away; rather, it is continuing to mutate, leading to multiple waves of infection.
Garrett: ‘This has been a familiar property since I’ve been PRT lieutenant here’
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Jul 19, 2022
The Four Hills Studios complex is getting a reputation that runs counter to the public relations image its management promotes.
Rio Rancho baseball coach says tourney ‘gives our New Mexico kids a chance to get looked at here’
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Jul 19, 2022
The Albuquerque Regional Sports Complex is paying off in terms of the revenue — and college and pro scouts — coming into the city when it hosts tournaments.
Lobos' head coach: 'We played a terrific game' against Fresno State
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Mar 20, 2022
A three-pointer in the final minute broke the tie to give Fresno State a 71-68 win over the visiting New Mexico Lobos men's basketball team Monday night.
New Mexico says to wear masks, 37% of people say 'no'
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Mar 1, 2022
Mask fatigue apparently has kicked in across New Mexico, where one in three people admitted they don’t wear face protection to stem the transmission of COVID-19, even though it has been ordered.
New Mexico Supreme Court rules medical marijuana can not be taxed
By Laurie A. Luebbert | Feb 27, 2022
One day before medical marijuana producers and state tax collectors were to face off before the New Mexico Supreme Court, the court ruled that cannabis used as a medical product can not be taxed.