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Indian Pueblo Cultural Center opens entrepreneur complex

The Indian Pueblo Cultural Center (IPCC) has inaugurated the Indian Pueblo Entrepreneur Complex (IPEC), a new facility aimed at providing workspace for general businesses. The opening took place on August 23, 2024.


UNM celebrates Kimberly Gauderman's contributions at CERL event

For 14 years, University of New Mexico Associate Professor Kimberly Gauderman has advocated for individuals facing gender-, sexuality-, and racial-based violence in their home countries who seek asylum in the U.S. Next week, she will address a crowd of UNM students, faculty, staff, alumni, and her family as the 2024 Community Engaged Research Lecture (CERL) recipient.


Albuquerque launches grant program for businesses affected by vandalism

The city of Albuquerque has introduced a new initiative aimed at assisting businesses impacted by vandalism. The Window to Opportunity grant, a collaboration between the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) and the Economic Development Department’s Small Business Office, seeks to ease the financial strain on small businesses needing to replace or repair damaged windows.


City council approves four major redevelopment projects aimed at increasing affordable housing

Today, four Redevelopment Tax Abatement (RTA) applications for significant development projects have been approved by the City Council. These projects are poised to bring substantial investment and revitalization to Albuquerque.


NMSU Board of Regents to hold closed meeting for presidential interviews

The New Mexico State University Board of Regents will hold a closed meeting from 2:30 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11, in Hadley Hall, Room 130, on the Las Cruces campus.


Mayors gather in Albuquerque for session on bridging gaps with sovereign nations

ALBUQUERQUE – The City of Albuquerque welcomes the Mayor’s Institute on City Design (MICD) for the Bridging Boundaries Special Session. From September 4th to the 6th, Mass Design Group will host the Special Session dedicated to supporting Native American constituents across urban-rural communities. During this event, mayors and tribal leaders will gather to discuss ways to bridge the gap between sovereign nations and municipal jurisdictions to better serve Native American constituents and explore housing solutions.


Socrates Cafe sessions scheduled at Branigan Memorial Library

Las Cruces Public Libraries host Socrates Cafe the last Saturday of each month to promote critical thinking and understanding among people as they ponder the nature of the world around them.


City workers recognized for lifesaving effort at senior center

At Wednesday’s City Council Meeting, City Councilor Tammy Fiebelkorn recognized two City of Albuquerque employees for saving the life of a Senior Center member at the Palo Duro Senior Center.


UNM launches faculty expert website ahead of 2024 election

The University of New Mexico's Communication and Marketing team (UCAM) has officially launched a new website showcasing university experts to inform the media and public about issues relevant to the upcoming 2024 election.


New Mexico State Bar Foundation offers free legal webinar for elderly on Sept. 10

The New Mexico State Bar Foundation’s Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP) will host a free virtual legal webinar on September 10 at 11 a.m. (MT). The webinar aims to provide elderly individuals and their caretakers with essential tools and resources for future planning. Topics will include Powers of Attorney, Advance Health Care Directives, probate, non-probate transfers (such as Transfer on Death Deeds), and Institutional Medicaid.


Las Cruces library hosts paper zinnia flower crafting sessions

Las Cruces Public Libraries is hosting six sessions in September on crafting zinnia flowers out of paper.


Yazzie/Martinez plaintiffs demand expert-led education reform in New Mexico

New Mexico's at-risk students continue to face significant educational challenges, according to a motion filed by the Yazzie/Martinez plaintiffs with the First Judicial District Court. The motion claims that the state has failed to provide a constitutionally sufficient education and calls for a comprehensive action plan led by the Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC).


Las Cruces hosts public engagement event for University Avenue Corridor Study

The City of Las Cruces Public Works Department will host a public engagement event from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at the downtown Farmers & Crafts Market of Las Cruces on Main Street to review the University Avenue Corridor Study.


UNM professor's research finds no link between mild TBIs & adolescent depression

With about 214,110 traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and over 69,000 TBI-related deaths in 2021 according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), understanding the physical and mental consequences of TBI is critical for study.


Las Cruces Police Department opens applications for March 2025 training academy

The Las Cruces Police Department (LCPD) is currently accepting applications for its training academy, which is tentatively scheduled to commence in March 2025. Applications for the position of Police Cadet must be submitted by December 2, 2024.


Las Cruces holds meeting on new shopping cart ordinance

The City of Las Cruces will hold a Shopping Cart Ordinance Overview Meeting to help local businesses navigate through the compliance components of the Shopping Cart Ordinance.


UNM-Gallup hosts second annual Campus Safety Week this September

The University of New Mexico-Gallup will host a week of activities in September to observe National Campus Safety Awareness Month, aiming to enhance the safety and health of its branch campus.


Carlsbad considers potential impacts of proposed plastic bag ban

A plastic bag ban is under consideration for adoption at the Carlsbad City Council meeting on September 10. While the intention behind such a ban is commendable, Paul Gessing, president of New Mexico’s Rio Grande Foundation, argues that government mandates often have unintended consequences.


NMSU Board of Regents to attend presidential candidate events

Potential quorums of the New Mexico State University Board of Regents may occur as regents attend events with candidates vying to become NMSU’s next president. These events, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner gatherings, are scheduled between Sunday, Sept. 8, and Friday, Sept. 13. Additionally, the regents may attend the 2024 NMSU Gratitude Walk/Run on Saturday, Sept. 14, on the Las Cruces campus.


NMSU Art Museum opens three new exhibitions in September

The University Art Museum at New Mexico State University will host three new exhibitions starting Friday, Sept. 27. The opening receptions for "Carolyn Salas: Night Vision," "Carlos Rosales-Silva: Border Destroyer," and "Warhol & Friends" are scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the same day at the UAM, located at 1308 E University Ave.