News from September 2021
By Karla Florez | Sep 19, 2021
Rep. Herrell praised six Democrats who voiced concerns relating to the energy provision initiative section of a recently drafted spending package worth $3.5 trillion.
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 19, 2021
The "Move Ahead" trial is looking for people to participate and help find new ways to prevent and treat the coronavirus.
By Timothy Stuckey | Sep 19, 2021
Terry Wilson, a senior at New Mexico University, has been recognized for two separate honors this week, earning the Mountain West Offensive Player of the Week and the Manning Award Quarterback of the Week, according to a New Mexico Lobos press release.
By Carrie Bradon | Sep 18, 2021
Santa Fe has started work on the new Southside Teen Center which will be irreplaceable in its ability to create unique educational and career opportunities for young individuals, as well as programs for afterschool and health and wellness to improve outcomes for youth.
By Karla Florez | Sep 18, 2021
Director of New Mexico's Fines and Fees Justice Center, Monica Ault, detailed in an editorial for the Santa Fe New Mexican the various ways court fees are targeting residents already living in poverty.
By Karla Florez | Sep 18, 2021
The New Mexico Higher Education Department plans to prioritize adult education investments during the 2023 fiscal year by funding assistance initiatives for higher education student tuitions and helping teachers in need of student loan assistance.
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 18, 2021
A new study by WalletHub placed New Mexico last in the most hard-working states in the nation.
By Ariana Chiarenza | Sep 18, 2021
Made possible by the LEAP Project, 100 Santa Fe Community College students and their families will receive $400 a month towards their education as part of the Mayors for Guaranteed Income Pilot Project starting later this month.
By Juliette Fairley | Sep 17, 2021
Only about 1,650 people live in the village of Hatch, New Mexico, yet about 30,000 tourists descended upon the small town earlier in September to attend the annual Hatch Chile Festival.
By City of Santa Fe | Sep 17, 2021
Road Maintenance and Construction Updates
By Glenn Minnis | Sep 17, 2021
After more than seven years of scrutiny, the Albuquerque Police Department may soon welcome changes in the Department of Justice's (DOJ) oversight through a court-appointed monitor.
By Carrie Bradon | Sep 17, 2021
Over a year since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Santa Fe’s economy is beginning to turn around from what was a serious recession, giving local businesses and community leaders hope for the future of the city.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 17, 2021
Nearly a month after sending a letter to New Mexico Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Luján, lawmakers and environmental advocates gathered in Santa Fe to urge the senators to oppose fossil fuel subsidies in the federal budget reconciliation...
By Glenn Minnis | Sep 17, 2021
With upwards of 2,200 state residents diagnosed with having been hit with COVID-19 twice, New Mexico Department of Health State Epidemiologist Dr. Christine Ross admits it can be hard to get a true assessment.
By Valerie Bonk | Sep 16, 2021
State Rep. Debbie Armstrong thanked her supporters as she announced that she will not be running for reelection.
By Glenn Minnis | Sep 16, 2021
The city of Albuquerque has launched a new program designed to help homeowners make repairs to their homes as part of the millions officials say they continue to invest in supportive and low-income housing.
By Mary Lou Lang | Sep 16, 2021
Recent cannabis legalization could have a substantial negative impact on New Mexico's water supply, food security and quality of life, according to opponents.
By City of Santa Fe | Sep 16, 2021
Old Taos Hwy. Closed 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tomorrow
By Carrie Bradon | Sep 16, 2021
Much of the nation is in dire need of blood donations due not only to the pandemic but also the toll taken by Hurricane Ida and wildfires in the western U.S.; blood donation centers are trying to keep up with the demand despite hesitation due to the pandemic.
By City of Santa Fe | Sep 16, 2021
Key sectors of the Santa Fe economy performed well throughout the 2021 fiscal year that concluded in June, and other sectors that had lagged roared back to life starting in February.
