News from April 2024
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 29, 2024
Today, leaders from the Department of Arts & Culture and City Councilor Klarissa Peña dedicated the newest sculpture in the Public Art Program’s collection, Stalking Her Prey, by artist Reynaldo “Sonny” Rivera. The sculpture, located at Alamosa Park, emerged from a call for New Mexico artists to create a large-scale artwork to serve as a landmark for the Alamosa community and celebrate the history and beauty of the area. "Public art not only beautifies our city’s neighborhoods, it elevates the neighborhood environment, becoming a point of prestige for families who live...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 29, 2024
Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is set to host a small business forum on May 2, aimed at fostering connections with local small businesses and sharing upcoming opportunities for collaboration. The event will feature nearly 40 booths, offering resources from Sandia, other Department of Energy labs, and partners such as the Small Business Administration and various chambers of commerce.According to Sandia, in 2023, the laboratory allocated $1.08 billion to subcontracts with small businesses, with over $481 million directed towards small businesses...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 29, 2024
New Mexico State University researchers have collaborated with teams from France and Japan to develop a groundbreaking new map of the wind patterns on Jupiter. The study, published in the "Planetary Science Journal," marks a significant advancement in understanding the atmospheric dynamics of the gas giant planet.The research team, led by Observatoire de la Côte d'Azur (OCA, France), utilized Doppler spectroscopy to create the first comprehensive map of Jupiter's atmospheric circulation. Jason Jackiewicz, NMSU astronomy professor and department head, explained that while...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 29, 2024
New Mexico State University social work student Nicole Johnson has been awarded the Charles B. Rangel International Affairs Fellowship, a prestigious honor funded by the U.S. Department of State. Out of over 1,000 candidates nationwide, Johnson stood out for her dedication and potential in the field of Foreign Service.Johnson, who will graduate with honors in May, expressed her gratitude for the support she received at NMSU, stating, “I found a lot of support when I enrolled in NMSU and found so many opportunities through the government department.” As a first-generation...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 29, 2024
AGC New Mexico has announced that The University of New Mexico (UNM) has been recognized with the Outstanding Public Owner Industry Choice Award in the esteemed 2024 Best Buildings Awards. In a statement, AGC New Mexico congratulated UNM for this achievement, highlighting the university's dedication to excellence in various facets of its operations.The award specifically acknowledges UNM's exceptional performance as a public owner and commends the institution for its commitment to best practices in business operations, stakeholder interactions, and the delivery of...
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, March 26
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, March 27
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Airport Advisory Board met Thursday, March 14
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Archaeological Review Committee met Thursday, April 25
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Independent Salary Commission met Thursday, April 25
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, April 23
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Tuesday, April 23
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Finance Committee met Monday, April 22
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Liquor Commission met Monday, April 22
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe MPO Technical Coordinating Committee met Monday, April 22
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, April 24
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 27, 2024
Albuquerque/Bernalillo County Government Commission met Thursday, April 25
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 27, 2024
APD detectives have made a breakthrough in the case of the murder and robbery of Christopher Fallen, who was found bound and asphyxiated in his home near Carlisle Blvd. and Constitution Ave., N.E. Daniel Lee Hadders, 27, was arrested in connection with the crime, as reported by APD.According to the investigation, Fallen's body was discovered by his business partners on Feb. 6, showing signs of a violent death. Fallen, 48, was found with his head wrapped in tape, a belt around his neck, and his hands and shins bound with duct tape, leading to his death by asphyxiation....
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 27, 2024
UNM’s Speech & Hearing Sciences department is gearing up to host free screenings in honor of Better Speech & Hearing Month. The event, scheduled for Monday, May 6, will provide various screenings for individuals aged five and up, as well as preschoolers aged three to five years old.“This is an opportunity for New Mexicans to seek reassurance if, for example, they have concerns about their grandparents' hearing or their child’s speech or language development. ”It’s just another way that UNM makes New Mexico better,” shared Speech & Hearing Department Chair and Associate...
By New Mexico Sun | Apr 26, 2024
The Albuquerque Police Department’s Chaplain Unit is experiencing significant growth and expansion, offering crucial support and guidance to both department employees and community members in crisis. Chief Harold Medina highlighted the importance of the unit, stating, “Our Chaplains are there when people are experiencing some of the worst moments in their life.”Since its establishment in 1969 with eight volunteers, the Chaplain Unit has now expanded to 17 members, thanks to a successful recruitment drive in the fall of 2023. Unlike other units across the country, APD’s...
