New Mexico Sun


Albuquerque hosts free senior fitness day event on May 29

In celebration of National Senior Health & Fitness Day, the Department of Senior Affairs and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Mexico will host a free health event for adults 50 and over on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at North Domingo Baca Multigenerational Center.


UNM Anderson hosts inaugural Hall of Fame golf tournament benefiting student scholarships

The University of New Mexico Anderson School of Management recently hosted its inaugural Hall of Fame golf tournament at the UNM South Championship Golf Course. All proceeds from the event will benefit Anderson's student scholarships.


Santa Fe County seeks applicants for Behavioral Health Leadership Council

Santa Fe County is currently accepting applications for service on its Behavioral Health Leadership Council. The Council will serve as an advisory body, providing recommendations to the Community Services Department and the larger community in developing a comprehensive system of behavioral health services to better meet the needs of Santa Fe County residents. The Council will be comprised of 15 voting members appointed by the Board of County Commissioners.


Polly’s Run fundraiser celebrates 15 years

Polly’s Run, the annual New Mexico fundraising event for pancreatic cancer, is celebrating their 15th Anniversary this year. They announced the special event in a press release.


UNM’s ASME student chapter wins national award for drone project

The student chapter of the University of New Mexico's American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) recently secured second place in the ASME Innovative Additive Manufacturing 3D (IAM3D) Challenge.


Groundbreaking held for new multigenerational center in northwest Albuquerque

City Council President and District 5 Councilor Dan Lewis, Mayor Tim Keller, and other city officials convened on Tuesday afternoon to initiate the construction of the Westside's first multigenerational center. The new Northwest Multigenerational Center (MGC), part of the planned four-phase Cibola Loop project, will be located at the intersection of Cuba Road and Cibola Loop. This facility will be Albuquerque's fourth multigenerational center.


UNM Hospital announces over 700 job openings for new critical care tower

The University of New Mexico Hospital is set to fill over 700 positions as it begins staffing its new Critical Care Tower (CCT). This recruitment drive aims to support the growing healthcare needs in New Mexico and boost the local economy with high-wage jobs.


UNM Maxwell Museum awarded $36K NEA grant for traveling photo exhibit

The Maxwell Museum of Anthropology at the University of New Mexico has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) for a Grants for Arts Projects award of $36,000. This grant will support "ALL REZ: Kéyah, Hooghan, K'é, Iiná / Land, Home, Kinship, Life," an innovative traveling photography exhibition and museological project featuring the work of Diné photographer and curator Rapheal Begay.


Record spring heat sends over 50 New Mexicans to ER with heat-related illnesses

Since April 1, there have been at least 51 heat-related visits to emergency departments across New Mexico. As temperatures are expected to climb to the mid to upper 90s in Roswell and Carlsbad and remain in the low 90s in Las Cruces this week, the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) is urging residents to take precautions to stay cool. The eastern part of the state will also experience high temperatures, reaching the upper 80s to 90°.


NMSU Board of Regents to hold virtual special meeting on May 29

The Board of Regents of New Mexico State University will hold a special meeting at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29. The meeting will be conducted virtually via Zoom and livestreamed for public viewing at https://regents.nmsu.edu/regent-meetings/.


University exhibit features middle schoolers' research on local wildlife

A new exhibit at The University of New Mexico will showcase local 8th graders' work related to the Museum of Southwestern Biology. Lobo Science, a yearlong museum science class, is taught in collaboration with the Museum of Southwestern Biology (MSB) and Jefferson Middle School. Since August, students have been working daily in the classroom and visiting campus weekly to explore UNM museums and work in the MSB labs. Their final projects on study species such as the White Sands pupfish, Jemez Mountains salamander, Sacramento Mountains checkerspot butterfly, and Sandhill Cranes...


UNM’s ‘Divine Nine’ receives official charter from National Pan-Hellenic Council

The University of New Mexico’s “Divine Nine,” a group of Black fraternities and sororities, was officially chartered as part of the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) in a recent ceremony at the UNM Student Union Building. This recognition makes UNM the first university in New Mexico with a nationally recognized NPHC collegiate council.


Rabbit Road opens as part of NE/SE Connector Project

Santa Fe, NM - The Santa Fe County Public Works Department (SFCPWD) has announced the opening of Rabbit Road from S. Saint Francis Dr. to the Richards Ave. roundabout, marking a significant milestone in the NE/SE Connector Road(s) Project. Starting Friday, May 31, 2024, this new route will provide direct access to the Community College District, reducing traffic through the Oshara community and improving overall traffic flow.


Westside Animal Shelter completes phase one renovations

Today, Mayor Tim Keller and the Animal Welfare Department (AWD) announced the near completion of phase one renovations to modernize the Westside Animal Shelter. The $4.5 million project aims to reduce stress for shelter animals while enhancing the experience for patrons, prospective adopters, and volunteers. Funding sources include Capital funding, GO Bonds, State Junior Bill, State Capital Outlay, General Fund, and donations.


Albuquerque launches rapid hire events for solid waste management jobs

In efforts to continue preserving a cleaner and more beautiful community, the City of Albuquerque officially launched a series of Rapid Hire Events today. Starting this morning and continuing every other Thursday through September, the department will open its doors to those seeking a rewarding career with competitive pay and exceptional benefits. Each event will provide job seekers with guidance and the tools needed to complete their application and begin the hiring process.


ABQ RIDE seeks volunteers for annual Route 66 bus stop cleanup

ALBUQUERQUE – ABQ RIDE and the Transit Advisory Board are seeking 100 community volunteers for a day of service to clean bus stops along the historic Route 66 on Saturday, June 1 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The 3rd Annual Adopt-A-Stop Community Bus Stop Cleanup will target bus stops in the International District from Girard to Wyoming, ensuring they are prepared for the Albuquerque Pride Parade the following Saturday.


UNM joins DOE's inaugural Faculty-Applied Clean Energy Sciences program

A faculty member from the University of New Mexico (UNM) School of Engineering is participating in the inaugural Faculty-Applied Clean Energy Sciences (FACES) program, funded by the Department of Energy. Tito Busani, an assistant professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, will represent UNM in this 10-week summer program. He joins approximately 60 faculty members nationwide who will travel to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) in Golden, Colorado, to collaborate with scientists and other cohort members on developing scalable education...


Fugitive captured after 16 years on the run

Oswaldo Corral has been taken into custody by the Doña Ana Sheriff’s Office after hiding in Mexico for nearly 16 years. Corral was wanted by the Doña Ana Sheriff’s Office since 2008 as a suspect in alleged criminal charges of first-degree murder, armed robbery, aggravated burglary, and conspiracy to commit aggravated burglary.


Westside Animal Shelter completes phase one renovations

ALBUQUERQUE — Today, Mayor Tim Keller and the Animal Welfare Department (AWD) announced the near completion of phase one renovations to improve and modernize the Westside Animal Shelter. The $4.5 million project aims to reduce stress for shelter animals while creating a welcoming experience for patrons, prospective adopters, and volunteers. Funding sources include Capital funding, GO Bonds, State Junior Bill, State Capital Outlay, General Fund, and donations.


19.9 million NIH grant extends NMSU's biomedical leadership

The New Mexico IDeA Networks of Biomedical Research (NM-INBRE), based at New Mexico State University (NMSU), has received a $19.9 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This grant continues NM-INBRE’s 20-plus-year leadership in biomedical research, which began in 2001 when NMSU chemistry and biochemistry professor Jeffrey Arterburn spearheaded a $5.5 million proposal to foster collaboration among New Mexico universities.