By New Mexico Sun | Mar 19, 2024
The 13th annual Folk Art Flea, organized by the Museum of International Folk Art (MOIFA) and the Friends of Folk Art (FOFA), is set to take place on Saturday, May 4 at the Santa Fe County Fairgrounds. The event aims to support MOIFA's education programs and exhibitions, such as La Cartonería Mexicana / The Mexican Art of Paper and Paste, Staff Picks: Favorites from the Collection, and Between the Lines: Prison Art & Advocacy.According to Marcia Lenihan, co-chair of the Flea, "The Folk Art Flea is a Santa Fe favorite; people come back year after year for the great...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 19, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – The Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency (MRA) in Albuquerque is set to revamp the existing Downtown Redevelopment Plan to align with the changing needs and vision of the neighborhood. Mayor Tim Keller emphasized the importance of downtown, stating, "Downtown Albuquerque plays a central role in our city's identity and economic success."MRA Director Terry Brunner highlighted the goal of the modernization efforts, saying, "By modernizing our Downtown Redevelopment Plan, we aim to spur growth, attract investment, and create a downtown that reflects the needs of...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 18, 2024
The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) and New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) proudly announced the certification of their Family Connects New Mexico (FCNM) program by Family Connects International. This achievement comes just a year after the program's launch and marks a significant milestone in providing support for caregivers and their babies during the crucial first 12 weeks of life.DOH Secretary Patrick Allen emphasized the program's commitment to equitable healthcare access, stating, "Family Connects embodies our commitment to...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 18, 2024
The ABQ BioPark has announced its acceptance as a Participating Institution with the Center for Plant Conservation (CPC), showcasing its dedication to saving endangered plant species regionally and nationally. The CPC, a network of 75 institutions focused on conserving North America's rarest plants, plays a vital role in caring for over half of the continent's 4,400 endangered plant species while upholding strict standards to ensure genetic diversity.New Mexico, the fourth most botanically diverse state in the United States, is a key focus for the BioPark's plant...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 18, 2024
Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is making significant strides in microneedle technology, with a focus on improving healthcare monitoring and diagnostics. Ronen Polsky, who heads the microneedle research at Sandia, explained that the goal is to develop microneedles as wearable sensors for real-time and continuous measurements of biomarkers. Polsky highlighted the potential of microneedles beyond blood sugar measurements, stating, "We want to expand this to a whole range of other conditions to take advantage of this minimally invasive sampling using...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 18, 2024
Santa Fe County is set to host a virtual community meeting on the FY 2026-2030 Infrastructure Capital Improvement Plan (ICIP) on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The meeting aims to provide community members the opportunity to submit capital project requests and gain insights into the prioritization of essential projects for the future development of Santa Fe County.According to the announcement, all proposed projects, including public infrastructure like roads and facilities, will undergo meticulous review as part of the County's comprehensive...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 18, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – The Albuquerque City Council has issued a proclamation in support of extending and expanding the nation’s Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA).Albuquerque City Councilor for District 7 Tammy Fiebelkorn crafted the proclamation in support of extending the act which is scheduled to expire this year on June 7. Fiebelkorn highlighted the importance of extending compensation to cover New Mexicans, stating, "It has been nearly 80 years since the first nuclear bomb was detonated in New Mexico and since then over one thousand atomic tests have been conducted...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 18, 2024
The University of New Mexico’s Optical Science and Engineering program recently marked its 40th anniversary with a series of events celebrating its contributions to the field of optics. The program, jointly administered by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and the Department of Physics and Astronomy, offers graduate degrees in optical science, photonics, quantum optics, and imaging.Daniel Feezell, professor and general chair of the OSE Program, highlighted the uniqueness of the program, stating, “The OSE Program is unique because it is a cross-college...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 18, 2024
The Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board has announced its potential attendance at the Citizen Police Academy training session scheduled for March 21, 2024. The event will take place at the Albuquerque Police Academy located at 5412 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107.According to the advisory board, "A quorum of the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board may be in attendance at the Albuquerque Police Academy, regarding the Citizen Police Academy." Additionally, they clarified that "No Board business will be discussed at the Citizen Police Academy training on...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 18, 2024
Albuquerque’s 21st Century Academy students recently had the opportunity to immerse themselves in history at the Coronado Historic Site. On March 14, 2024, the students explored the beauty of the location and visited Kuaua Pueblo, which was constructed by the Tiwa People over 700 years ago.During their visit, the students actively participated in various activities. As mentioned in the press release, they "ground corn, learned about traditional gardening methods, and toured the painted kiva."In addition to the educational experience, the Coronado Historic Site is...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 18, 2024
Albuquerque, NM – Officers with the Downtown Police Command have extra tools to increase their visibility and community presence with two new e-powered police bikes.Albuquerque City Councilor for District 2 Joaquín Baca and APD were listening when Downtown businesses and residents requested more foot patrols in the area. Through meetings with APD Downtown Command, Councilor Baca learned that officers on foot patrol downtown needed to be able to respond more quickly to calls for service. The councilor asked the patrol officers what they thought would help. The APD...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 16, 2024
The University of New Mexico is set to celebrate a significant milestone as the Bachelor of Arts in Native American Studies reaches its 20th year in 2024. To honor this achievement, the Department of Native American Studies (NAS) will host the 20th Viola F. Cordova Memorial Symposium on Tuesday, March 26, from 12 to 2 p.m.Under the theme "Looking Back, Moving Forward: 20 Years of the Native American Studies Bachelor of Arts Degree," the symposium will feature NAS alumni from 2011. These alumni will participate in panels discussing the practical application of their NAS...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2024
Residents in the northwest parts of the city are advised that some recycling routes will experience a delay in collection until Saturday, March 16. The affected streets have been listed, and residents are urged to check if their street is included in the list. For those whose streets are not listed but have not had their recycling picked up, the advice is to contact 311 or visit the city's website to report the missed pick-up.The extensive list of affected streets includes Upper Canyon NW, Black Volcano NW, Cliff Base NW, and many others. The city's recycling collection...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2024
Albuquerque, you did it! Thanks to the support of the community and everyone who voted, the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden has secured its spot on the list of Best Botanical Gardens. The prestigious recognition comes after previous acknowledgments from the Travel Channel, Trip Advisor, and other platforms that have lauded the garden as among the best in the nation.The news was met with excitement and gratitude from the ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden, with a spokesperson stating, "Albuquerque, you did it! Thanks to the support of the community and everyone who voted, we secured...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2024
The City of Albuquerque has announced a new funding opportunity aimed at creating affordable housing through the conversion of hotel and office buildings in and around the International District. Mayor Tim Keller expressed the city's commitment to affordable housing, stating, “We’re putting our money where our mouth is to make sure we’re creating housing for Albuquerque families.”The Request for Proposals (RFP) offers up to $4 million dollars to support housing projects that add affordable units in key Metropolitan Redevelopment Areas. District 6 Councilor Nichole Rodgers...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2024
A total of 38 major-party candidates have submitted their declarations to run for their respective offices for the 2024 Primary Election in Doña Ana County. The filing took place on Tuesday, March 12, at the Doña Ana County Government Center, as mandated by NM Stat 1-8-26.The candidates who filed included individuals running for non-federal, statewide, and countywide positions such as State Senator, State Representative, District Attorney, Magistrate Court Judge, County Clerk, County Treasurer, and County Commissioner. Candidates running for Federal offices had filed...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2024
The New Mexico Colorectal Cancer Screening ECHO Program has been launched to raise awareness about the importance of colorectal cancer screening in the state. The program, a joint effort between the New Mexico Department of Health’s Comprehensive Cancer Program, UNM’s Comprehensive Cancer Center, the American Cancer Society (ACS), and Project ECHO, aims to train and mentor healthcare providers across New Mexico.Dr. Prajakta Adsul from the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center emphasized the need for collaboration with a health equity lens to increase screening rates, stating,...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2024
4th graders at Zia Elementary School were treated to an interactive field trip with the City of Albuquerque, hosted by Mayor Tim Keller at Civic Plaza on Thursday morning. The event aimed to provide students with a firsthand experience of how the city operates and the various departments within it.Representatives from Albuquerque Police Department, Albuquerque Fire Rescue, Solid Waste Management, Sustainability, and the ABQ BioPark joined Mayor Keller to showcase their work and engage the students. The interactive sessions included demonstrations from three police cars,...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2024
Students from Albuquerque’s 21st Century Public Academy recently had the opportunity to immerse themselves in history at the Coronado Historic Site. The visit took place on March 14, 2024, where the students explored the beauty of the location and had the chance to visit Kuaua Pueblo, a structure built by the Tiwa People over 700 years ago.During their visit, the students engaged in various activities, including grinding corn, learning about traditional gardening methods, and touring the painted kiva. The experience provided them with a glimpse into the rich cultural...
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 15, 2024
Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller, alongside Councilor Brook Bassan, signed O-24-1 into law today, aiming to enhance the safety and quality of life in neighborhoods by streamlining the process for demolishing unsafe structures. The ordinance focuses on removing unsafe commercial buildings, accessory structures, and dwellings unfit for human habitation.According to Mayor Keller, dilapidated buildings pose significant risks to communities, attracting criminal activities, causing issues for neighbors, and draining city resources. Keller emphasized the city's commitment to...
