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The City is seeking volunteers for a pollinator habitat planting project in the Rio Grande Bosque. The Parks and Recreation Department/Open Space Division (OSD), Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District (MRGCD), Institute for Applied Ecology, and Rocky Mountain Youth Corps are collaborating to plant a pollinator meadow on Saturday, September 28.

UNM's PAÍS building enhances STEM education through GO Bond funding

In 2016, the University of New Mexico's (UNM) 60-year-old Physics & Astronomy building was deemed inadequate for high-end research. The building lacked modern teaching facilities and had heating and cooling issues that impacted temperature-sensitive research. Located on Lomas Boulevard, across from the main campus, students had to cross a busy road to attend classes, and vibrations from passing vehicles disrupted laser-based research.

NM Senate Republicans: 'New Mexico desperately needs a sustained effort to combat these continuing and growing issues moving forward'

New Mexico Senate Republicans responded to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's new "Operation Disruption" initiative with cautious approval, saying its timing was politically motivated ahead of an election year.

Special Collections Library listed on National Register of Historic Places

The Public Library of Albuquerque/BernCo has announced that the Special Collections Library has been officially listed on the National Register of Historic Places as of August 9, 2024. This recognition underscores the building’s significant contribution to the cultural and architectural heritage of Albuquerque.

Legislative panel hear uranium enrichment, oil & gas setback problems

By Bob Pepalis | Sep 17, 2024

Experts tell legislators New Mexico needs to establish a one-mile setback from oil and gas operations to safeguard the state's children.

11-year-old charged for school threat in Las Cruces

An 11-year-old student has been charged for allegedly posting a threat on social media that suggested gun violence would occur Tuesday at Sierra Middle School.

Slime mold model helps NMSU researchers visualize cosmic web

When researchers in Japan conducted an experiment with slime mold that mirrored the Tokyo railway system back in 2010, it sparked the emergence of a theory known as biologically inspired adaptive network design. A New Mexico State University graduate student used the slime mold model as part of his Ph.D. thesis to improve the way astronomers identify the largest scale structures in the universe, the “cosmic web.”

UNM postdoc delves into orbital homeostasis using control theory

Most days for Rosalyn Devonport are spent in her office working on advanced and abstract math problems, interspersed with computer programming. If she’s having a particularly stimulating day, coffee with a friend is one of her first stopping points. “You’d be surprised by how much advanced math is done over a freshly brewed cup of coffee,” she noted.

UNM partners with Vets for Pets to aid homeless individuals' pets

The University of New Mexico’s Street Medicine program aims to meet people in the community and provide them with necessary care and resources. Recognizing that individuals living on the streets often have pets needing care, a new partnership has been formed to address this need.

Fly mask aids ABQ BioPark rhino with allergy relief

An animal at the BioPark Zoo has donned a new accessory. Guests may see Bertha, a Southern white rhinoceros, wearing a fly mask. The use of the fly mask is completely voluntary, and through extensive desensitization training, Bertha has allowed trusted keepers to put on and remove the fly mask for her care.

Bilingual art exhibit explores immigration through student-created doors

Albuquerque Museum presents Puertas fronterizas / Border Doors, a bilingual exhibition running from October 5, 2024, to May 4, 2025. The exhibition aims to showcase how education fosters understanding and inspires new perspectives.

Two students arrested for posting school shooting threats

Las Cruces police have arrested two students suspected of making online threats to carry out shootings at local schools.

Santa Fe County launches gravel adventure field guide for cyclists

Santa Fe, NM – For outdoor adventurers heading to Santa Fe County, planning is now made easier with the launch of the Santa Fe County Gravel Adventure Field Guide. This booklet highlights gravel bike trails in the area and provides information about attractions, history, and surrounding communities.

Kairos Power expands operations in New Mexico creating 100 jobs

Kairos Power LLC, a clean energy technology, engineering, and manufacturing company, is expanding its operations in New Mexico with plans to build three facilities and create 100 jobs. Headquartered in Alameda, California, Kairos Power initially expanded to Albuquerque’s Mesa del Sol community in 2019 for its research and development engineering center to support the commercialization of its advanced reactor technology. The company also has locations in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and Charlotte, North Carolina.

UNM College of Nursing leader makes history with academy induction

A leader in The University of New Mexico College of Nursing and a former nurse at UNM Children’s Hospital has made history as the first nurse from New Mexico to be inducted into the Academy of Emergency Nursing. This achievement highlights her work and its impact on the Land of Enchantment and beyond.

City celebrates four decades of open space preservation

Over the weekend, the City Open Space Division and its partners celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Open Space program at a day-long event at the Open Space Visitor Center. The celebration included a guided Bosque hike, a panel discussion on the Past, Present, and Future of Open Space, music by High Desert Playboys with special guest musicians Dogs on Leash, and other family activities. This milestone honors four decades of dedication and passion while setting the stage for future advancements in preserving Albuquerque’s public lands legacy.

Las Cruces Fire Department hosts practice physical ability tests for prospective applicants

The Las Cruces Fire Department will host three practice Physical Ability Tests to provide insight into the physical requirements of becoming a firefighter.

Santa Fe County announces upcoming Local Emergency Planning Committee meeting

Santa Fe, NM – The Santa Fe County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) has announced the next Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting, scheduled for Thursday, October 10, 2024, at 10:00 AM. The meeting will be held at the Nancy Rodriguez Community Center, located at 1 Prairie Dog Loop, Santa Fe, NM.

Albuquerque police arrest teen following street racing incident

The Albuquerque Police Department’s Traffic Unit arrested an 18-year-old Friday night following a street racing event in the southeast part of the city.

Griggs Walnut groundwater plume open house set for September