News from July 2023
New Mexico Department of Game and Fish: 'Turtles are a vital part of riverine ecosystems'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 26, 2023
On July 17, ABQ BioPark announced the planned release of three Rio Grande cooters near Carlsbad, New Mexico, which took place on June 21.
Luján promotes bill to uphold funding for tribal programs to protect 'our trust responsibility to Tribal Nations'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 26, 2023
Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) and Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), along with Reps. Betty McCollum (D-MN) and Tom Cole (R-OK) have reintroduced the Indian Programs Advance Appropriations Act (IPAAA), which aims to provide advance appropriations for the Indian Health Service (IHS), Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), and the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), to fund critical public services for Tribal Nations.
Luján: 'New Mexico’s community and family-owned grocers are critical to our state'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 26, 2023
U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) and Peter Welch (D-VT) on July 24 introduced the Ensuring Fee-Free Benefits Transactions Act to permanently protect retailers from fees and costs beyond the normal costs of business that could make it harder for them to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
US Eagle Federal Credit Union 'will always put the needs of the people first'
By Solange DeLisle | Jul 26, 2023
Albuquerque-based US Eagle Federal Credit Union has grown substantially since it was established 88 years ago and has expanded with nine branches across New Mexico.
City of Albuquerque City Council met June 21
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 26, 2023
City of Albuquerque City Council met Thursday, June 21
City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met June 21
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 26, 2023
City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, June 21
City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met June 21
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 26, 2023
City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met Wednesday, June 21
Bratvold: 'This space will be critical to the pit mission'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 25, 2023
The Los Alamos National Laboratory, in partnership with subcontractor Hensel Phelps, has successfully completed the concrete placements for four expansive warehouses, adding over 80,000 square feet of additional storage capacity and workspace to their facilities.
Research VP: 'UNM recognizes the critical importance of water to our state and our nation'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 25, 2023
University of New Mexico understands the state's water issues, the university's research vice president said in a news release this week announcing a $4 million U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grant
Mark Krueger: 'As a Farm Bureau agent, I want to help make sure you have the coverage you need and are prepared for what lies ahead'
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 25, 2023
Farm Bureau Financial Services was originally established in 1939 to address the liability insurance requirements of Iowa farmers, but today the company offers a wide range of insurance services to customers in states across the U.S. including New Mexico. A former APD police officer sat down for an interview to provide some insight into how he found a thriving career with the company after retiring from the force.
Dinelli on city council elections: ‘The Nov. 7 municipal election could remake the council’
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 25, 2023
The Albuquerque municipal election will be held on Nov. 7, and 12 candidates made the ballot for four different city council seats that are up for election. Albuquerque attorney and political commentator Pete Dinelli believes that this election could be very impactful on the political future of the city.
City of Santa Fe Human Services Committee met June 20
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 25, 2023
City of Santa Fe Human Services Committee met Tuesday, June 20
Albuquerque Police Chief Harold Medina: New hires 'will be a huge help to the officers who are working so hard every day'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 24, 2023
The Albuquerque Police Department has announced the addition of 100 new officers and police service aides (PSAs) to the APD's workforce, the city announced in a news release on July 18.
Keller: 'The promise of Albuquerque is in full swing at Los Altos'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 24, 2023
Mayor Tim Keller, along with the Department of Municipal Development (DMD), the Parks and Recreation Department (PRD), and community leaders, made an announcement on July 20, 2023, regarding the substantial completion of Phase 1 renovation of Los Altos Park and the soft reopening of the softball field complex.
Advantage Capital's Gabe Rosen: 'Vibrant is exactly the type of growth-ready business to invest in'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 24, 2023
Impact investing firm Advantage Capital announced on July 18 that it has made a $3.35-million investment in Vibrant Corp., a company specializing in non-destructive testing (NDT) technology.
New Mexico's Heinrich on Convenient Contraception Act: 'Access to contraception is a fundamental right'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 24, 2023
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) recently collaborated with U.S. Sen. John Fetterman (D-PA) and several other senate colleagues, along with U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-IL), to introduce the Convenient Contraception Act, which aims to enhance access to contraceptive products including over-the-counter options.
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met June 20
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 24, 2023
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Tuesday, June 20
City of Santa Fe Public Safety Committee met June 20
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jul 24, 2023
City of Santa Fe Public Safety Committee met Tuesday, June 20
Santa Fe College President Rowley: 'Santa Fe Community College is thrilled to have the support of Apple as we strive to provide coding training and other creative digital skills to young people who have previously had limited access to such opportunities'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 24, 2023
Last week, Santa Fe Community College President Becky Rowley issued a press release announcing Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) will offer coding and creativity learning opportunities through a collaboration with Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) and Apple's Community Education Initiative for the fall curriculum.
Santa Fe College President Rowley: 'Santa Fe Community College is thrilled to have the support of Apple as we strive to provide coding training and other creative digital skills to young people who have previously had limited access to such opportunities'
By New Mexico Sun Report | Jul 24, 2023
Last week, Santa Fe Community College President Becky Rowley issued a press release announcing Santa Fe Public Schools (SFPS) will offer coding and creativity learning opportunities through a collaboration with Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) and Apple's Community Education Initiative for the fall curriculum.