New Mexico Sun

Recent News About Rio Grande Foundation

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  Welcome to 'Tamalewood': New Mexico presents itself as new haven for Hollywood-weary production studios

  New Mexico appears to be a magnet to many production studios seeking to move east from Hollywood, so much so that the Land of Enchantment has earned the nickname "Tamalewood."

  By John Suayan

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  'We lag the region': New Mexico’s high unemployment rate, low workforce participation continues to stall financial recovery

  In addition to reporting a significantly high unemployment rate for the state of New Mexico, a recent Rio Grande Foundation analysis revealed that the state is currently suffering from a low workforce engagement rate.

  By Karla Florez

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  Rio Grande Foundation settles $15,000 public records suit against Keller for actions 'antithetical to the principles of open government'

  The Rio Grande Foundation has settled its $15,000, 18-month public records suit against the City of Albuquerque and Mayor Tim Keller this week following complaints of a lack of transparency on the part of the mayor's office, according to a release from the foundation.

  By Ariana Chiarenza

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  Second Amendment supporters to host Fight for Freedom shooting event

  The Rio Grande Foundation is teaming up with the New Mexico Shooting Sports Association (NMSSA) to host the inaugural Fight for Freedom event, an effort to protect second amendment rights of gun ownership.

  By Art Benavidez

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  Oil and gas industry's continued growth may not be 'great politics'

  As the oil and gas industry continues to grow, but some are critical of while it may be good business, it may not be great politics.

  By Christina Heath

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