News from August 2021
Infrastructure bills would help deal with 'mess' of abandoned wells in New Mexico
By Solange DeLisle | Aug 27, 2021
Abandoned wells are the focal point of a renewed effort to clean up the wilderness of New Mexico, a project that even U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh has decided to work on with elected leaders.
New Mexico State Fair attendees must show COVID-19 vaccination or exemption proof to enter 'to ensure the safety of fair-goers'
By Trina Thomas | Aug 27, 2021
The State of New Mexico on Aug. 17 issued a public health order requiring proof of COVID-19 vaccination or exemption for the New Mexico State Fair that is set to begin on Sept. 9, according to a press release from the governor's office.
'It's Economics 101': Texas study offers cautionary tale for small business in wake of New Mexico's paid sick leave mandate
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 27, 2021
As many New Mexico businesses struggle to survive and recover from the economic effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, “paid sick leave” ordinances have been hampering many businesses' ability to recover.
'Boom, a change': NMPED recommends masking up for outdoor sports
By Glenn Minnis | Aug 27, 2021
Residents across New Mexico faced confusion over masking requirements for high school athletes involved in outdoor sports, KTSM reported.
Poll: Less than half of New Mexicans approve of Lujan Grisham's job performance
By Karen Kidd | Aug 27, 2021
Less than half of New Mexican participants in a recent poll approve of Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s job performance, but it was still slightly more than the number who disapprove.
Lobos add Kirkland to athletic communications staff in 'perfect fit'
By Glenn Minnis | Aug 27, 2021
The University of New Mexico athletic department has tabbed Steve Kirkland as Director of Athletic Communications.
Herrell decries New Mexico State Fair COVID-19 restrictions as 'punitive and coercive'
By Karla Florez | Aug 26, 2021
New Mexico state Rep. Yvette Herrell (R-NM) submitted a letter to Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham requesting permission to ban the unvaccinated individuals from attending the State Fair, scheduled to open Sept. 9.
Op-ed: Personal Freedoms
By Tom Vaillancourt | Aug 26, 2021
We are living in interesting times in the state of New Mexico. Our personal freedoms have been severely restricted under the guise of a COVID emergency.
Poll: Slim majority of Americans believe parents should take action if they oppose CRT
By Art Benavidez | Aug 26, 2021
A recent poll reveals that a slim majority of Americans believe parents opposed to their children learning about critical race theory should take action — which was supported by nearly 3 in 4 Republicans.
Lobos football 110th in AP preseason poll; New Mexico State riding JUCO QB Johnson
By Glenn Minnis | Aug 25, 2021
The Crimson Tide won’t have history on its side as Alabama enters the 2021 college football season ranked No. 1 in the country in the Associated Press preseason poll.
'People are not happy about this': New Mexico Business Coalition claims sick leave law will harm small businesses
By T.H. Lawrence | Aug 25, 2021
The New Mexico Healthy Workplaces Act is making many business owners sick, according to one business leader.
USDA Forest Service welcomes locals to 'work with us' on new forest plan
By Bree Gonzales | Aug 25, 2021
The public is invited to get involved in the revision of the forest plan that will guide the forest management practices for the 1.1 million-acre Lincoln National Forest in Southern New Mexico for the next 10 to 15 years.
University of New Mexico aims to find genetic secrets to some diabetics retaining good vision: 'What is protecting them?'
By Karla Florez | Aug 25, 2021
The University of New Mexico’s Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences confirmed plans to conduct a five-year Diabetic Retinopathy Genomics (DRGen) Study.
New Mexico schools to focus on enhanced COVID-19 safety practices in lieu of school closures, maintain in-person learning 'as long as possible'
By Trina Thomas | Aug 24, 2021
New Mexico schools will focus on implementing enhanced COVID-19 safety measures for Rapid Response protocols in lieu of requiring schools to close.
New Mexico's Lord lambasts Biden Administration amid reports that top U.S. officials wanted to begin Afghanistan evacuations months ago but 'weren't allowed'
By Trina Thomas | Aug 24, 2021
New Mexico Rep. Stefani Lord (R-Sante Fe) responds to the Afghanistan crisis as the Biden Administration makes attempts to evacuate U.S. and Afghan citizens from the country.
Wehan returns to New Mexico United in 'very easy' transition
By Trina Thomas | Aug 24, 2021
Chris Wehan signed a fresh contract with New Mexico United to play through the 2023 season.
'We've been grinding, man': New Mexico native Mendoza to headline Minneapolis fight card
By Trina Thomas | Aug 24, 2021
Boxer and native New Mexican Brian Mendoza will be the headliner in a PBC fight card against the undefeated Jesus Ramos Jr. on Sept. 5 at the Armory in Minneapolis, Minn.
Edward Joseph Gurule
By New Mexico Reports | Aug 24, 2021
Edward Joseph Gurule - July 3, 1961 ~ August 18, 2021 (age 60)
