New Mexico Sun

News from December 2022


South Valley events honors those lost to COVID-19, warns 'people are still suffering'

.An event in the South Valley not only gave participants the chance to honor those who lost their lives to COVID-19 but also to donate toys and canned food for those in need during the holidays.


Reparation nation?

Everyone knows Lord Acton's quote about absolute power corrupting absolutely, but the same is true about guilt. While a little guilt goes a long way, embracing systemic guilt is destructive and inhibits our progress as a nation.


Albuquerque group, American Federation of Teachers New Mexico conduct book giveaway so children 'can have their own home library'

The Albuquerque Federation of Classified Professionals and the American Federation of Teachers New Mexico teamed up for a book giveaway and literacy event last weekend.


Magician: 'We took the spectacle of the Illusionist ... and added a spoonful of holiday cheer'

The Illusionists' Magic of the Holidays showcase will be performed in Albuquerque on Dec. 20 as part of a 40-city tour.


City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Tuesday, Aug. 15


City of Santa Fe Women's Commission met Tuesday, Nov. 15


Hotel association backs Safe Outdoor Spaces appeals: ‘SOSs actually increase crime, are harmful to the economy’

Karl Holme, executive director of the Greater Albuquerque Hotel & Lodging Association, fully supports Bob Reule of the Menaul Business Coalition in opposing the implementation of Safe Outdoor Spaces.


GAHLA director: 'SOSs are not the proper solution for the homeless occupants'

At least eight organizations have filed appeals against the Dawn Legacy Point Safe Outdoor Spaces homeless tent encampment, asking the Albuquerque City Planning Department to reverse its decision and deny the Safe Outdoor Space application of Dawn Legacy for 1250 Menaul Blvd. NE.


Chavez on flight program: 'They have to learn how to how to do over a dozen FAA maneuvers'

New Mexico high school students are getting an opportunity to earn a pilot's license through a program at Southwest Aeronautics Mathematics and Science (SAMS) Academy in Albuquerque.


UNMH's Ramirez on hospital operating above patient capacity: 'We are at a greater capacity today than at any point during the pandemic'

The University of New Mexico Hospital is undertaking creative measures to deal with the surge of patients suffering from respiratory illnesses.


Friend on passing of war hero Miyamura: 'It was a celebration of life, and I think that Hershey would be more than satisfied'

Hiroshi “Hershey” Miyamura, an American war hero, was laid to rest last weekend in his hometown of Gallup, N.M.


Manager: 'Amazing feeling' to offer expanded 9th annual Rail Yards Holiday Market

The Ninth Annual Rail Yards Holiday Market was more extensive this year, featuring twice as many vendors covering three times the space. The recently held two-day event was spread among three buildings, and the plaza offered residents and visitors a chance to purchase items produced locally.


City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, Aug. 15


City of Santa Fe MPO Technical Coordinating Committee met Monday, Nov. 14


City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, Aug.15


City of Santa Fe Charter Review Commission met Monday, Nov. 14


Strickland: 'Our projection shows that we’ll continue to grow as a community'

Hobbs will soon have a new middle school after its school board recently approved a plan to address the city’s growing population.


UNM and NMSU should drop their COVID-19 vaccine mandates now

COVID-19 vaccine mandates at the University of New Mexico (UNM) and New Mexico State University (NMSU) should be rescinded immediately.


City of Albuquerque Finance & Government Operations Committee met Monday, Nov. 14


City of Santa Fe Arts Commission met Monday, Nov. 14