By New Mexico Sun | Aug 15, 2024
The University of New Mexico (UNM) Center on Alcohol, Substance Use, and Addictions (CASAA) has announced the relaunch of the Collegiate Recovery Center (CRC) in collaboration with Student Health and Counseling (SHAC). The initiative aims to support students in recovery from substance use or those who are sober-curious.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
Two Albuquerque City Councilors support withdrawing “The Albuquerque Minimum Wage Ordinance” (C/S O-24-21) as proposed at the Council meeting on August 5. The measure, sponsored by District 6 Councilor Nichole Rogers, was postponed in a 5-4 vote after Councilor Rogers’s motions to postpone and withdraw the amended measure both failed.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
The University of New Mexico College of Nursing celebrates the achievements of its nursing graduates who are on the trajectory to achieving their goals and becoming valuable members of the healthcare community, locally and beyond. Some graduates demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and innovation in nursing education and scholarship and are honored with the Summer 2024 College of Nursing awards. These awards recognize the dedication and skill within the College, and its commitment to making a difference in the healthcare of New Mexico’s communities.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
A potential quorum of the New Mexico State University Board of Regents may participate in on-campus activities from Aug. 17 through Aug. 20, with potential quorums detailed as follows:
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
The University of New Mexico Foundation has announced a donation of $252,500 from UNM alumni and philanthropists Arishanda and Doug Campbell. This contribution will enhance nurse residency scholarships at UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC) and support the nursing workforce in rural New Mexico through the UNM College of Nursing.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
The Las Cruces International Film Festival (LCIFF) will host its first concert this fall, headlined by Los Lonely Boys. The band, known for their unique "Texican rock ’n’ roll" style, will perform on Friday, Sept. 20, at the Grapevine Plaza & Event Center in Las Cruces.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
The New Mexico State University Board of Regents will meet at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17, to conduct a work session at the University Center and Residence, located at 4501 Tortugas Trail in Las Cruces.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – APD Chief Harold Medina announced the tragic death of an APD field officer who was found deceased early this morning.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
One of the ABQ BioPark Aquarium’s longtime residents, a loggerhead sea turtle named Mimi, will be undergoing surgery soon.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
New Mexico State University (NMSU) will commence the 2024-2025 academic year with a series of events aimed at engaging students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. Each August, NMSU organizes Crimson Kickoff events to help students connect and explore opportunities.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
The Emmy Award-winning television series "Bands of Enchantment" returns to the historic KiMo Theatre in downtown Albuquerque for four nights of live entertainment. Filming its highly anticipated fourth season, the show promises a musical extravaganza as nine bands from across the globe gather to create an unforgettable musical experience in front of a live audience.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
New Mexico State University's Marketing and Communications department invites the NMSU and Las Cruces communities to the third annual Gratitude Walk/Run on Saturday, Sept. 14.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
Today, Mayor Tim Keller and city leaders joined business leaders and downtown property owners to outline a plan aimed at changing the trajectory of Downtown Albuquerque. Two pivotal initiatives were announced: a Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) and a Downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district. These initiatives aim to transform the economic landscape of downtown, empowering the community while reducing government intervention.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
The sixth annual Las Cruces Space Festival will take place from September 6-14, 2024. The festival celebrates space-related activities and history in the region. Established in 2018, it aims to make space accessible to everyone with free activities funded by sponsors.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
State health agencies will host a town hall in Taos to discuss the issues of health and housing.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – Today, Mayor Tim Keller and city leaders joined business leaders and downtown property owners to outline a game plan to change the trajectory of Downtown Albuquerque. Two pivotal initiatives—a Downtown Business Improvement District (BID) and a Downtown Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district—were announced to transform the economic landscape of downtown, putting power back into the hands of the community.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
New Mexico State University has received a five-year extension on its Innovation and Economic Prosperity Program designation from the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 14, 2024
The City of Las Cruces is hosting an open house to present a draft of the proposed updates to the Development Code: Realize Las Cruces. This event aims to engage the community in the process of revising the regulations that govern land use and development within city limits.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 13, 2024
The ABQ BioPark animal care team is mourning the passing of beloved African serval Savanna. At 22, Savanna far surpassed the median life expectancy for servals of 13.5 years. She came to the ABQ BioPark at around four months old and was hand-raised. This close relationship with her care team gave her the opportunity to become one of their Ambassador Animals.
By New Mexico Sun | Aug 13, 2024
New Mexico State University is collaborating with the University of New Mexico on a project funded by the National Science Foundation’s Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research Collaborations, or EPSCoR.
