News from March 2024
City of Santa Fe Airport Advisory Board met March 14
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 24, 2024
City of Santa Fe Airport Advisory Board met Thursday, March 14
City of Santa Fe City-County Advisory Council on Food Policy met March 14
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 24, 2024
City of Santa Fe City-County Advisory Council on Food Policy met Thursday, March 14
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Feb. 14
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 24, 2024
City of Santa Fe Governing Body met Wednesday, Feb. 14
City of Albuquerque City Council met March 18
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Mar 24, 2024
City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, March 18
On the Brinck Book Symposium brings authors to UNM School of Architecture + Planning
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 23, 2024
The School of Architecture + Planning (SA+P) at UNM recently held the first On the Brinck Book Awards symposium for the spring semester, featuring authors Rosetta S. Elkin and Whitney Martinko. The event, moderated by Associate Professor of Landscape Architecture Catherine Page Harris, showcased the authors' award-winning books and sparked discussions on various topics.During the symposium, Rosetta S. Elkin, author of "Plant Life: The Entangled Politics of Afforestation," and Whitney Martinko, author of "Historic Real Estate: Market Morality and the Politics of...
UNM-Taos Branch Lobos Awarded National Scholarships
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 23, 2024
Two students at UNM-Taos campus have been recognized for their academic achievements with national scholarships. Megan Beck and Colman Lee have been awarded prestigious scholarships that will help them pursue their educational and career goals.Megan Beck has been named a 2024 New Century Workforce Pathway Scholar, supported by the Coca-Cola Foundation and Phi Theta Kappa. Beck's outstanding academic performance, leadership skills, and service efforts set her apart from over 2,200 applicants, earning her the highest score in New Mexico. As part of this scholarship, Beck...
Research Shows Impact of 'Forever Chemicals' Near Holloman Air Force Base
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 22, 2024
Albuquerque, NM – New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) Bioscience Curator Dr. Jason Malaney, a key contributor to the research, revealed the startling findings of high levels of chemical contamination in wildlife near Holloman Air Force Base in Southern New Mexico. The study, published in Environmental Research, uncovered dangerously high concentrations of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as 'forever chemicals,' including perfluorooctanosulfonic acid and perfluorooctoanoic acid.Dr. Anthony Fiorillo, NMMNHS Executive Director,...
NMSU Board of Regents to convene for special meeting March 28
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 22, 2024
The Board of Regents of New Mexico State University has announced a special meeting scheduled for 8 a.m. on Thursday, March 28. The meeting will take place virtually on Zoom and will be livestreamed for public viewing at https://regents.nmsu.edu/regent-meetings/.According to the information provided, individuals interested in attending or participating in the meeting can access copies of the agenda at https://regents.nmsu.edu/regent-meetings/. The Board of Regents has also made accommodations for individuals with disabilities, stating, "If you are an individual with a...
Doña Ana County Administrative Offices to Close on March 29 for Spring Holiday
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 22, 2024
Doña Ana County has announced that its administrative offices will be closed on Friday, March 29, for the Spring Holiday. The closure is to thank employees for their dedication and service to the residents of the county throughout the year.In a statement, the county stated, "County administrative offices will be closed for Spring Holiday, Friday Mar. 29 to thank employees for their service and commitment to the residents of Doña Ana County, year-round."While the administrative offices will be closed, first responders for emergencies, such as fire and law enforcement, as...
Albuquerque City Council Introduces Bill O-24-7 to Amend General Provisions
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 22, 2024
Albuquerque City Council has recently introduced Council Bill No. O-24-7, sponsored by Brook Bassan, Dan Champine, Klarissa Pena, and Nichole Rogers. The bill, also known as Enactment No. O-2024-005, aims to amend general provisions within the city's ordinances.The proposed ordinance seeks to clarify time computation and transmittal procedures, as well as codify the effective date of resolutions. This initiative is part of the ongoing efforts to streamline and enhance the efficiency of administrative processes within Albuquerque's legislative framework.The specifics of...
New Mexico Film "Little Brother" to Open the Las Cruces International Film Festival April 3
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 22, 2024
The Las Cruces International Film Festival is set to kick off its opening night with showings of the New Mexico film "Little Brother," directed by Sheridan O’Donnell, a Korean American writer and director. The film, which has garnered multiple award nominations and accolades, will be featured on April 3 at the Allen Theatre Cineport 10 at 700 S. Telshor Boulevard."We are looking forward to the filmmakers and stars of the film who will attend and greet the audience and host a question-and-answer session after the screenings," expressed Ross Marks, the festival's executive...
Learning "the way it was" at Coronado Historic Site in Bernalillo
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 22, 2024
Students from Albuquerque’s Native American Community Academy recently had the opportunity to immerse themselves in history at the Coronado Historic Site and Kuaua Pueblo. According to a statement from the Department of Cultural Affairs, the students engaged in learning "about the old ways of corn grinding on a metate, irrigation of crops, and water management" during their visit.The educational experience allowed the students to gain insights into traditional practices and historical methods of living off the land. By interacting with the Department of Cultural Affairs...
Biology Ph.D. student Wins Competition for Fieldwork Photo
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 22, 2024
One University of New Mexico Ph.D. student, Joseph Kleinkopf, has recently made headlines by winning The American Institute of Biological Sciences' (AIBS) annual Faces of Biology Photo Contest. Kleinkopf's winning photo captured him in action atop Sheepshead Peak, collecting alpine plant specimens for his fieldwork in UNM's Biology Department.Kleinkopf expressed his surprise at winning the competition, stating, "I was surprised to win, because there are a lot of really cool science photos. At the same time, it's a really cool photo." He also highlighted the importance of...
New Ordinance Proposed for the Administrative Demolition of Unsafe Buildings
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 22, 2024
Council Bill No. O-24-1 has been introduced with Enactment No. O-2024-003 and is sponsored by Brook Bassan. The ordinance focuses on the administrative demolition of unsafe commercial buildings, unsafe accessory structures, or dwellings unfit for human habitation. It proposes adopting a new article in Chapter 14 and amending the Uniform Housing Code, Chapter 14, Article 3.
APD Connects Woman to Additional Fitness Center Theft
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 22, 2024
The Albuquerque Police Department has linked Angelique Silva to another fitness center theft that occurred in December of 2023. Silva, 43, was identified as the suspect in multiple cases where she targeted fitness center locker rooms, stealing items such as credit cards, vehicle keys, and even victims' vehicles.According to APD, Silva was originally charged with a list of offenses including burglary, unlawful taking of a motor vehicle, felony larceny, fraudulent use of a credit card, theft of a credit card, criminal damage, and misdemeanor larceny. She was taken into...
City Council Introduces Bill O-24-2 to Enhance Flood Hazard and Drainage Control Measures
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 22, 2024
The City Council has recently introduced a new bill, identified as O-24-2, aimed at improving flood hazard and drainage control measures within the jurisdiction. The bill, sponsored by Tammy Fiebelkorn, seeks to make significant amendments to existing regulations to enhance the city's resilience to potential flooding events.One of the key changes proposed in Council Bill No. O-24-2 is the replacement of FEMA zones designations with FEMA designated 100-year floodplain. Additionally, the bill aims to update the National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD) of 1929 to the Vertical...
Possible Quorum at Citizen Police Academy Training on March 26, 2024
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 22, 2024
The Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board has issued a notice regarding a possible quorum at the Citizen Police Academy training scheduled for March 26, 2024.According to the advisory board, "A quorum of the Civilian Police Oversight Advisory Board may be in attendance at the Albuquerque Police Academy, 5412 2nd Street NW, Albuquerque, NM, 87107, regarding the Citizen Police Academy. No Board business will be discussed at the Citizen Police Academy training on March 26, 2024."The training session is set to commence at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at the...
NMSU Tombaugh Scholar’s Research Explores Giant Planets
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 21, 2024
Stephen Markham, the latest Tombaugh Scholar at New Mexico State University, is delving into the seismology of giant planets such as Jupiter, Saturn, and Uranus. Markham's research adds a new dimension to the studies of atmospheric phenomena at the giant planet cloud tops conducted at NMSU's astronomy department.According to Nancy Chanover, an astronomy professor at NMSU, Markham's research brings excitement to the field, stating, “Steve Markham’s research on the interiors and deep atmospheres of the giant planets adds an exciting dimension to the previous and ongoing...
ABQ BioPark’s Zoe the Chimpanzee Expecting First Baby
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 21, 2024
The ABQ BioPark is excited to announce that their chimpanzee, Zoe, is expecting her first baby. The news was shared by BioPark veterinarians who have been closely monitoring Zoe's health since her pregnancy was confirmed last fall.Zoe's pregnancy was detected using a human home pregnancy test, and she has since been receiving regular prenatal care and ultrasounds. According to Amber Alink, curator of elephants and primates at ABQ BioPark, all indications suggest that Zoe's baby is healthy and on track to arrive within a month. Alink also highlighted the support Zoe will...
COEHS professors 'work out' the importance of physical educators
By New Mexico Sun | Mar 21, 2024
UNM College of Education & Human Sciences (COEHS) professors Karen Lux Gaudreault and Victoria N. Shiver have been working diligently to highlight the significance of physical educators through their Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE) program. Gaudreault emphasized the importance of providing opportunities for children in under-resourced populations to engage in physical activity and wellness programs. She stated, “It's very, very important to both of us that we continue to work in that space and bring our passions here to New Mexico.”In their research titled The...