By New Mexico Sun | Feb 9, 2024
In a joint operation conducted this week, the Albuquerque Police Department's (APD) Northeast Proactive Response Team and Organized Crime Unit partnered with agents from the Attorney General's Office to combat shoplifting in the Uptown and San Mateo Blvd/Cutler Ave. shopping districts. The operation resulted in 7 felony arrests, including a repeat offender who continues to violate her conditions of release.APD officers worked closely with loss prevention staff from multiple businesses, maintaining constant and real-time communication during the operation. Undercover...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 9, 2024
The ABQ BioPark, which comprises the Zoo, Aquarium, Botanic Garden, and Tingley Beach, is offering an exciting job opportunity for individuals passionate about animal care and conservation. The position available is for an Assistant Elephant and Primate Keeper, responsible for providing top-notch care to the elephants and primates at the BioPark.According to the job posting, the successful candidate will work closely with the Elephant and Primate departments to ensure the well-being of the animals. A strong commitment to conservation and understanding of animal welfare is...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 9, 2024
The "Take a Ride on Us" program is offering a safe ride option for residents in Sandoval and Bernalillo Counties during February celebrations. With events such as the big game, Mardi Gras, and Valentine's Day approaching, the program aims to ensure that people have a reliable and secure transportation option.Starting from Sunday, February 11 at 10 a.m. until Thursday, February 14 at 2 a.m., the program will provide 2,500 trips on a first-come, first-served basis. To avail of this offer, riders can open the Uber app, go to the vouchers section, and enter the code BIGFEB24....
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 8, 2024
The ABQ BioPark in Albuquerque, New Mexico is currently seeking a Guest Operations Specialist to join their team and help create an exceptional experience for all visitors. The successful candidate will go above and beyond to welcome guests and ensure their visit is fun, safe, and educational.According to the job description, the Guest Operations Specialist will have a range of responsibilities, including coordinating a team of guest experience staff, driving a 60-passenger tram, narrating education programs and animal encounters, performing safety inspections, training...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 8, 2024
UNM Food, in collaboration with UNM Information Technologies (IT) and Honors College, has launched the LoboEats App, an innovative platform designed to address food waste and food insecurity on The University of New Mexico's main campus. Developed by UNM IT in partnership with alumnus Biraj Silwal and Honors College Associate Professor Sarita Cargas, the app aims to create a platform for sharing surplus food and reducing the stigma around food insecurity.The idea for the LoboEats App originated from Biraj Silwal, who won first place in the 2022 UNM & CNM App Contest with...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 8, 2024
Sandia National Laboratories, known for its commitment to innovation and technology development, has been recognized for its outstanding work in technology transfer. The Federal Laboratory Consortium has awarded Sandia with several prestigious honors, highlighting the laboratory's success in bringing cutting-edge technologies to the marketplace.One of the standout achievements is the development of Disinfectant 2.0, a product that kills viruses, bacteria, and fungi for long periods. This groundbreaking solution was created by materials scientist Hongyou Fan and his team,...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 8, 2024
Efficient and innovative ways to improve the health of all New Mexicans will be highlighted at the New Mexico Legislature at the 9th Annual Public Health Day at the State Capitol on Monday, February 12, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event, with the theme "Threads of Wellness: A Tapestry of Public Health," aims to showcase the Department of Health's (DOH) programs and services and the efforts of community organizations statewide to provide broad healthcare opportunities for all people."The Department of Health's goal is for New Mexico to become the healthiest state in the...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 8, 2024
Over 80 years ago, the U.S. removed the Gila Apache from the Office of Indian Affairs’ Indian Tribes list despite being recognized as a federal tribe for nearly nine decades. Today, the tribe has reclaimed their Gileño and Mimbreño identity in their language as Chíhéne Nde. Ruben Leyva, a Chíhéne historian and scholar, and Ph.D. student in the Department of Native American Studies, is working to ensure that they regain their sovereignty.Leyva will share his story on Feb. 9 as part of The Gila Wilderness: Before and Beyond, a centennial celebration in honor of the Gila and...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 8, 2024
The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) has announced that open enrollment for the 2024 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) will begin on February 15th. This program, overseen by the state's Women, Infants and Children program (WIC), aims to provide income-eligible seniors and elders with a shopper card that grants them a one-time annual benefit of up to $100. This benefit can be used to purchase locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey at participating farmers' markets and roadside stands throughout the state.Funding for the SFMNP comes from...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 8, 2024
The New Mexico Historic Preservation Division (NMHPD) is pleased to announce that three historic properties in New Mexico have been added to the National Register of Historic Places. The properties include Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary in Santa Fe County, Medical Arts Historic District in Bernalillo County, and Biavaschi Saloon-Capital Bar in Socorro County."These buildings showcase the broad range of architectural styles on display throughout New Mexico’s history,” said State Historic Preservation Officer Jeff Pappas. “On the surface, a seminary in Santa Fe might not...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 8, 2024
The New Mexico State University (NMSU) Board of Regents has announced that they will be holding a closed meeting on February 12th to discuss matters related to the hiring of the university's new president. The meeting will take place at the Santa Fe County Extension Office in Santa Fe.According to a statement released by the Board of Regents, the purpose of the meeting is to address "limited personnel matters" concerning the hiring process of NMSU's new president. This includes discussions on promotion, demotion, dismissal, assignment, or resignation of personnel, as...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 8, 2024
Bernalillo County has issued a warning to the public about potential delays on Bridge Boulevard this weekend. The delays are due to ongoing construction work as part of the Bridge Boulevard Corridor Redevelopment Plan. The project, which is currently in its second phase, aims to improve the corridor from the Atrisco Riverside Drain to Young Avenue.Starting from Friday, Feb. 9, traffic patterns and signals will be adjusted in the area to accommodate utility work. Motorists should anticipate longer wait times and delays until Tuesday, Feb. 13. The construction work is...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 8, 2024
In an effort to improve outreach and services for the unhoused community in Albuquerque, the City, along with its partners, has been working diligently to conduct the Point in Time Count (PIT) and connect with individuals in need of assistance.The PIT count, which is conducted annually in January, serves as a valuable tool to guide outreach and services for people experiencing homelessness. While it may not capture the full extent of homelessness in the city, it provides important data that helps the City's application for federal funding from the Department of Housing...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 7, 2024
The Doña Ana County Flood Commission has announced a temporary road closure in the Vado/Del Cerro area for the installation of a storm drain. Starting on Monday, February 12, Cristo Avenue will be closed between Ojito Avenue and Calle De La Cruz for a period of 45 days. The closure is necessary to facilitate storm drain improvements in the area.Motorists are advised to use alternate routes during the closure period. Detour signs will be in place to guide traffic around the affected area. The closure is expected to last until April 12, 2024."We apologize for the...
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 5, 2024
Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has announced that a joint team with D-Wave Quantum Systems is examining fluctuations in inducing magnetic ordering on a network of qubits. The team discovered that these fluctuations, when utilized on a D-Wave quantum annealing platform, can decrease the total energy of the interacting magnetic moments.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 5, 2024
Los Alamos National Laboratory has released its annual economic impact report, which underscores the laboratory's financial contributions for the fiscal year 2023. The report, built on a $4 billion budget, includes detailed statistics on procurement dollars, employee salaries by county, small business assistance, and labor union membership.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 5, 2024
The New Mexico House of Representatives recently conducted a hearing on H.B. 133, a bill proposing amendments to the state's existing Oil and Gas Act. The proposed changes sparked mixed reactions from citizens, with some expressing support while others voiced concerns. Carla Sonntag, President of the New Mexico Business Coalition, was among those who expressed apprehension about the potential impact of the bill on the oil and gas industry.
By New Mexico Sun | Feb 4, 2024
The legislative session in Santa Fe has reached its midpoint, with activity levels described as frenetic. Progress is being made on several core priorities, according to reports from those involved.
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 31, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE – The City of Albuquerque's Metropolitan Redevelopment Agency (MRA) has taken a significant step towards creating a more inclusive and vibrant urban environment by releasing the public comment draft of the comprehensive report "Advancing Inclusive Growth through the Albuquerque Rail Trail." Mayor Tim Keller emphasized the importance of community involvement in shaping the project, stating, “Input from the people who call this place home is key to ensuring that the trail not only reflects our authentic history but lifts up historic neighborhoods as our city...
By New Mexico Sun | Jan 31, 2024
The New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority (MFA) has announced that its board of directors has approved $1 million in funding for two projects through the MFA's Housing Innovation Program. The decision resulted in awards of $500,000 each to the New Mexico Ramp Project and the Town of Silver City’s Vista de Plata Affordable/Workforce Housing Subdivision.
