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City of Santa Fe Occupancy Tax Advisory Board met Friday, Sept. 22


UNM nursing professor receives grant for lactation research

UNM Health Sciences announced that Dr. Katie Kivlighan, an assistant professor at the UNM College of Nursing, has received a sub-award as part of a federal R01 research grant. The study, funded by the federal government, aims to enhance understanding of lactation issues and provide culturally appropriate lactation assistance within the diverse communities of New Mexico.


NMSU Arrowhead Center has received funding to enhance NM economy

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has received funding from the United States Economic Development Administration to enhance the state's economy. The grant, totaling $130,000 annually for five years, will be used to strengthen NMSU's Arrowhead Center's Studio G student business incubator and establish a university center aimed at addressing economic challenges in New Mexico. The total cost match for the grant is $1.3 million over the same period.


NMSU to host two job fairs

New Mexico State University (NMSU) has announced that it will be hosting two job fairs to provide students and alumni with valuable networking and employment opportunities. According to a press release by NMSU, this will be the first time the university will host the City of Albuquerque Job Fair, and it will also be the ninth annual Health Professions Fair.


City of Santa Fe Mayor's Youth Advisory Board met Thursday, Sept. 21


City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Thursday, Sept. 21


Nusenda observed the seventh annual “Community Day”

Nusenda Credit Union announced that Nusenda Credit Union employees engaged in volunteer work statewide for the seventh annual Community Day. More than 450 staff members contributed their time, collectively dedicating over 1,600 hours to seven projects spanning Albuquerque, Las Cruces, Santa Fe, Socorro, and Taos according to a press release by Nusenda.


ECECD introduces the second season of  The Early Show with Alax

The New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) has announced the launch of the second season of "The Early Show with Alax," an online series designed for New Mexico families with young children. According to a press release by the ECECD, this new season will feature a micro-video series called "Ask Alax."


Albuquerque and Local 412 partner for the 31st Annual Project Heat's On

The City of Albuquerque has partnered with the United Association (UA) of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local Union 412 for the 31st Annual Project HEAT'S ON, according to a press release by the City of Albuquerque. Project HEAT'S ON, which stands for Handicapped and Elderly Assistance to Service Our Neighbors, is a nationwide effort aimed at helping vulnerable populations stay warm during the winter season.


Albuquerque City Council approves opioid settlement fund collaboration with Bernalillo County

The City of Albuquerque announced that Councilors approved legislation to establish the City's policy for utilizing funds received from opioid settlements to combat the damages caused by synthetic opioid misuse. This collaborative effort between the City and County aims to maximize the impact of these funds through strategic program spending according to a press release by the City of Albuquerque.


Los Alamos projects in artificial intelligence and machine learning

Los Alamos National Laboratory recently announced that several projects focusing on the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in science and energy have received funding from the Department of Energy Office of Science. These projects at Los Alamos National Laboratory utilize these advanced technologies to enhance accelerator performance and address challenges in fusion reactor design according to a press release by Los Alamos National Laboratory.


UNM introduces sustainability department

The University of New Mexico (UNM) has announced the establishment of a new Sustainability Department, according to a press release by UNM. The department is part of UNM's commitment to creating a more eco-friendly and environmentally responsible campus in alignment with the UNM 2040 Strategic Planning Framework.


While NMGOP is circling the drain, New Mexico Republicans can sail a course for success

Is the NMGOP inconsequential? The latest Albuquerque Journal and Foxnews.com headlines would lead you to believe the answer is yes. Foxnews.com headline, “How this western battleground state shifted from purple to solid blue.” Albuquerque Journal headline, “Republicans vow to appeal judge’s ruling upholding New Mexico’s congressional redistricting.”


City of Santa Fe Solid Waste Management Authority Joint Powers Board met Thursday, Sept. 21


City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met Wednesday, Sept. 20


Bernalillo County joins the "Just Breathe" campaign

Bernalillo County has announced its collaboration with the City of Albuquerque and Veronica Rael-Garcia, an Albuquerque mother, to revive the "Just Breathe" campaign. The campaign aims to address road safety and raise awareness. Veronica Rael-Garcia, who tragically lost her 4-year-old daughter Lilly Garcia in a road rage shooting on I-40 in 2015, is leading this effort, according to a press release by Bernalillo County.


Bernalillo County Assessor expands tax resources

Bernalillo County Assessor expands tax resources


Central NM gains Regional Infrastructure Accelerator status for I-40 Tradeport Corridor

Bernalillo County, along with Sandoval County and the Village of Los Lunas, has been designated as a Regional Infrastructure Accelerator (RIA) by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) for the I-40 TradePort Corridor.


Central NM gains Regional Infrastructure Accelerator status for I-40 Tradeport Corridor.

Bernalillo County, along with Sandoval County and the Village of Los Lunas, has been designated as a Regional Infrastructure Accelerator (RIA) by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) for the I-40 TradePort Corridor, according to a press release by Bernalillo County. The I-40 TradePort Corridor is an interconnected system of clean energy, logistics, and industrial hubs, and it involves collaboration with tri-state partners such as the Port of Los Angeles, California, Kingman, Arizona, and Winslow, Arizona.


Department of Health releases renewed public health order to address increasing syphilis cases

The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) has implemented a renewed public health order to combat the increasing occurrence of congenital syphilis, which arises from untreated syphilis, a sexually transmitted disease.