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City of Santa Fe Film and Digital Media Commission met Tuesday, March 5

City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met March 4

City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met Monday, March 4

City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met March 4

City of Santa Fe Public Works and Utilities Committee met Monday, March 4

City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Feb. 27

City of Santa Fe Historic Districts Review Board met Tuesday, Feb. 27

City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Feb. 28

City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, Feb. 28

City of Albuquerque City Council met March 4

City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, March 4

Topic and speaker for Joel M. Jones lecture announced

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 9, 2024

UNM’s American Studies Department has announced Professor Phil Deloria as the featured speaker for this year's Joel M. Jones lecture. Deloria's lecture, titled “The Year the Stars Fell: Toward a Continental History of a Very Few Hours”, will take place on Thursday, March 21, 2024, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Bobo Room in Hodgin Hall. A reception will follow the lecture, and the event is open to the public.According to the announcement, Deloria will delve into the historical significance of the annual Leonid meteor shower that occurred almost two centuries ago. The lecture...

Equality New Mexico announces early endorsements for 2024 state legislative races

By New Mexico Sun | Mar 9, 2024

Equality New Mexico has announced its early endorsements for the 2024 state legislative races. The organization expressed pride in endorsing candidates they describe as "LGBTQ Fighters."

Update on Closure of Crisis Triage Center

Doña Ana County, NM - In response to the concern and urgency surrounding the closure of the Crisis Triage Center (CTC), officials in Doña Ana County are actively working to address the situation and are exploring options to reopen the center promptly.Residents are reassured that despite the closure of the CTC, help is still readily available for those in need. The public is encouraged to reach out to the national crisis hotline, 988, where individuals can connect with trained counselors for immediate support and referrals to local service providers. This service is...

Notice of Possible Quorum 03-12-2024 Citizen Police Academy

The Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board has issued a notice regarding a possible quorum at the upcoming Citizen Police Academy event on March 12, 2024. The event is scheduled to take place at the Albuquerque Police Academy located at 5412 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107.According to the notice, "No Board business will be discussed at the Citizen Police Academy training on March 12, 2024."The training session is set to commence at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Attendees can access the full notice for more information about the event.Participants and...

UNM Anderson School Celebrates the Hall of Fame’s 35th Class

The UNM Anderson School of Management recently celebrated the achievements of its newest Hall of Fame honorees at a dinner event, honoring individuals who have excelled in their professional careers and made significant contributions to their communities and families.Among the honorees were Stephen Griego, Kathryn Lueders, Shannon Rainosek, and Michael Duruaku. Stephen Griego, CEO and president of DMC Logistics and AeroLynx, shared his journey of entrepreneurial success, stating, "I learned many lessons along the way and strategically applied them to propel my business...

NMSU to host NM Youth Ranch Management Camp June 9-14

New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service is set to host the New Mexico Youth Ranch Management Camp from June 9 to 14 at the CS Ranch in Cimarron, New Mexico. According to Sid Gordon, NMSU Extension agriculture agent and NMYRMC co-chair, the camp offers a unique educational experience for youth interested in ranch management. “Going to camp was a life-changing experience for 27 New Mexico youth. They didn’t participate in recreational activities and crafts, but received college-level instruction in managing a ranch,” Gordon stated, emphasizing the focus on...

Rescue Pups Reunion: From Abandoned to Adored

On a cold day, Saturday, December 30, 2023, a good citizen found nine puppies abandoned in a Bernalillo County dumpster, left to die in the dead of winter. The City’s Animal Welfare Department (AWD) took the puppies in as an emergency case to help save their lives. Mayor Keller expressed, “It’s inspiring to see where these puppies are today considering the incredibly rough start they emerged from. No pet should ever be abandoned."The puppies, frail, malnourished, and dehydrated, weighing an average of 3 pounds, were nursed back to health by AWD. Carolyn Ortega, Director...

Department of Health Reports Death of Man from Plague in New Mexico

The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has sadly reported the death of a Lincoln County man from plague, marking the first human case of plague in the state since 2021 and the first death since 2020.State Public Health Veterinarian Erin Phipps, DVM, MPH, expressed condolences, stating, “We extend our deepest sympathy to the family of the Lincoln County man who succumbed to plague. This tragic incident serves as a clear reminder of the threat posed by this ancient disease and emphasizes the need for heightened community awareness and proactive measures to prevent its...

AFR Equipment Donation Finds Caribbean Home

Albuquerque District 6 City Councilor Nichole Rogers, Albuquerque Fire and Rescue Chief Emily Jaramillo, and Ralph L. Mims of R. Mims World Group have announced the successful delivery of donated surplus fire equipment from the Albuquerque Fire and Rescue Department to the Nation of Antigua and Barbuda in the Eastern Caribbean.Ralph L. Mims, President of the R. Mims World Group, expressed gratitude on behalf of Antigua and Barbuda's government for the generosity of New Mexico and the Albuquerque Fire Department. He stated, “This donation will help the nation of Antigua...

Santa Fe County Announces Temporary Closure of Rabbit Road for NE/SE Connector Road(s) Project

Santa Fe, NM– The Santa Fe County Public Works Department has announced a temporary closure of Rabbit Road for the NE/SE Connector Road(s) project. The closure is scheduled for Monday, March 11, 2024, to facilitate the installation of a 12-inch waterline at the Rabbit Road intersection of the Northeast Connector.During the closure, a segment of Rabbit Road will be closed from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, with traffic being rerouted through a temporary detour. The contractor working on the project will be responsible for providing adequate traffic control measures and advance...

Albuquerque Adds 23-Year-Old to Metro 15 List for Felony Warrant

ALBUQUERQUE - 23-year-old Kalani Hodges has been added to the Metro 15 List due to an active felony warrant for Homicide by Vehicle. The Metro 15 Operation, a targeted component of Mayor Keller's Violence Intervention Program, focuses on identifying and apprehending the top drivers of crime in Albuquerque. Since its inception, the program has led to the arrest of 130 offenders.Anyone with information on the whereabouts of a Metro 15 offender is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at (505) 843-STOP (7867) or visit p3tips.com/531.

UNM Scientists Discover Hidden Geological History of East Coast to Understand Pangea

Scientists from The University of New Mexico have delved into the hidden geological history of the East Coast of the United States in a bid to better understand the breakup of the supercontinent Pangea. The research, published in the Journal of Geophysical Research: Solid Earth, sheds light on the dynamic processes that shaped our planet millions of years ago.Lead researcher Lindsay Worthington and Ph.D. student Collin Brandl conducted a community experiment called the ENAM Community Seismic Experiment to investigate how supercontinents break apart. Brandl explained that...

City of Las Cruces Releases 2024 Annual Action Plan for Public Comment

The City of Las Cruces Housing & Neighborhood Services Section has prepared the 2024 Annual Action Plan. According to a statement from the department, "The City of Las Cruces Housing & Neighborhood Services Section has prepared the 2024 Annual Action Plan." This proposed plan outlines the City’s intended use of HUD funding. The department further clarified, "This proposed plan details the City’s proposed use of HUD funding."The 2024 Annual Action Plan will be available for public comment for a period of 30 days starting from March 11, 2024, until April 10, 2024. Residents...

New Mexico Department of Health Appoints Dr. José A. Acosta as Director for Public Health Division