News from October 2023
Federal government workers are advised to get ready for the possibility of a government shutdown if they intend to apply for Unemployment Insurance benefits
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 7, 2023
The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions (NMDWS) has advised federal employees in New Mexico who may face furlough during a temporary federal government shutdown to prepare for the possibility of applying for Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits. In a press release, NMDWS urged these federal employees to gather the necessary documentation and information ahead of time.
National defense labs collaborate on Scorpius
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 6, 2023
Sandia, Los Alamos, and Lawrence Livermore national laboratories, in partnership with the Nevada National Security Site, are collaborating on the development of Scorpius, a massive machine designed to capture images of plutonium as it undergoes compression using high explosives. The machine, which is being constructed a thousand feet below ground and spans the length of a football field, aims to replicate the conditions just prior to a nuclear explosion, providing valuable insights for national defense research.
Sandia National Laboratories said National defense labs collaborate on Scorpius
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 6, 2023
Sandia National Laboratories, in collaboration with Los Alamos and Lawrence Livermore national laboratories, as well as the Nevada National Security Site, is currently working on the development of Scorpius. This massive machine, spanning the length of a football field and located a thousand feet below ground, is being constructed to capture images of plutonium as it undergoes compression using high explosives, according to a press release.
NM Aging and Long-Term Services Department announces its 45th Annual Conference on Aging.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 6, 2023
The New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department has announced the 45th Annual Conference on Aging, a two-day event dedicated to celebrating and recognizing the vital contributions of seniors to the community. According to a press release, the conference aims to inspire, educate, and empower seniors and their caregivers.
NMSU establishes its inaugural faculty cluster with a primary focus on STEM+ education research
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 6, 2023
New Mexico State University (NMSU) has established its first-ever faculty cluster dedicated to STEM+ education research. The cluster, comprising five newly appointed professors, will work collaboratively on research initiatives aimed at enhancing STEM+ education. This move comes after the recent establishment of the STEM+ Education Research Institute at NMSU.
Albuquerque prepares for the 51st International Balloon Fiesta
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 6, 2023
The City of Albuquerque is gearing up for the 51st Annual Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta with a range of enhancements and activities. According to a press release, the city has collaborated with various entities to improve the public safety plan for the event.
City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Aug. 3
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 6, 2023
City of Santa Fe Planning Commission met Thursday, Aug. 3
City of Santa Fe Human Services Committee met Sept. 12
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 6, 2023
City of Santa Fe Human Services Committee met Tuesday, Sept. 12
Arrowhead Center at NMSU receives a substantial donation from the Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 5, 2023
New Mexico State University (NMSU) has announced a significant donation from the Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation to establish the Hunt Center for Entrepreneurship at Arrowhead Center. The foundation has pledged $2.5 million to support entrepreneurship initiatives at the university, according to a press release.
Arrowhead Center at NMSU receives a substantial donation from the Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation.
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 5, 2023
New Mexico State University (NMSU) has received a significant donation of $2.5 million from the Woody and Gayle Hunt Family Foundation. The donation is intended to support the establishment of the Hunt Center for Entrepreneurship at Arrowhead Center, a hub of innovation and entrepreneurship at NMSU.
'One Albuquerque, One Hundred Poets' wins Top Poetry Anthology Award at 2023 NM-AZ Book Awards
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 5, 2023
The City of Albuquerque's Department of Arts & Culture's poetry anthology, "One Albuquerque, One Hundred Poets," has been recognized as the Top Poetry Anthology at the 2023 NM-AZ Book Awards. The award was presented by the New Mexico Book Co-Op, and the publication was a collaboration with the Albuquerque Public Library Foundation.
Albuquerque City Councilors approve urging legislative action for public safety and behavioral health, and affirm constitutional right to keep and bear arms
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 5, 2023
The City of Albuquerque announced that Councilors approved two bills, R-23-170 and R-23-171. Both pieces of legislation were introduced by City Councilors Dan Lewis, Brook Bassan, Louie Sanchez, and Renée Grout according to the press release. The bills now go to the Mayor for signature.
New Mexico's inaugural creative industries grant awards benefit 18 projects statewide
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 5, 2023
The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has announced the recipients of the inaugural Creative Industries Grant Awards. These grants have been awarded to 18 projects across 15 communities and 3 pueblos in New Mexico. The aim of these grants is to promote progress and economic development in local communities and tribal regions through creative industries.
NM economic development partners with UNM Rainforest Innovations to empower underserved entrepreneurs
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 5, 2023
The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) has announced a strategic partnership with UNM Rainforest Innovations to support underserved business owners and entrepreneurs in the state. This collaboration brings together the EDD's Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Office (JEDI Office) and the New Mexico Tribal Entrepreneurship Enhancement Program (NMTEEP) to provide assistance and opportunities for entrepreneurs.
Local students graduate from Los Alamos waste operator boot camp
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 5, 2023
U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management has announced that twelve operators in nuclear waste processing have successfully completed a 16-week Nuclear Waste Processing Operator (NWPO) Boot Camp and obtained their certifications as nuclear waste processors or handlers. The program was provided by Newport News Nuclear BWXT Los Alamos (N3B), a legacy cleanup contractor for EM Los Alamos Field Office (EM-LA), in collaboration with the University of New Mexico-Los Alamos (UNM-LA).
Judge Enjoins APD From Enforcing Laws Against Homeless To Remove Them From Public Spaces
By Pete Dinelli | Oct 5, 2023
On Sept. 21, District Court Judge Josh Allison issued a Preliminary Injunction against the City of Albuquerque from “enforcing or threatening to enforce” statutes and city ordinance to displace the homeless from public spaces. The Court enjoined the city from seizing and destroying homeless belongings and mandates a warrant and post deprivation hearings regarding personal belongings seized.
MLG: A Legacy of Less Safety & More Subjugation
By Mick Rich | Oct 5, 2023
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan-Grisham (MLG) replaced our Second Amendment rights with her emergency regulations, penalizing the public possession of a firearm in Bernalillo County. MLG wanted us to believe that we are safer with her regulations, not our right to bear arms. But are we?
City of Santa Fe Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee met Sept. 14
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 5, 2023
City of Santa Fe Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee met Thursday, Sept. 14
City of Santa Fe Water Conservation Committee met Sept. 12
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 5, 2023
City of Santa Fe Water Conservation Committee met Tuesday, Sept. 12
Appointment of New Assistant Dean of Clinical Affairs at UNM College of Nursing
By New Mexico Sun | Oct 4, 2023
The University of New Mexico College of Nursing has appointed Van Roper, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, as its new Assistant Dean of Clinical Affairs. Roper's primary focus in this role will be on preparing nurses to serve the rural and metropolitan communities of New Mexico, according to a press release.