News from September 2024
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 4, 2024
The New Mexico State Bar Foundation’s Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (LREP) will host a free virtual legal webinar on September 10 at 11 a.m. (MT). The webinar aims to provide elderly individuals and their caretakers with essential tools and resources for future planning. Topics will include Powers of Attorney, Advance Health Care Directives, probate, non-probate transfers (such as Transfer on Death Deeds), and Institutional Medicaid.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 4, 2024
Las Cruces Public Libraries is hosting six sessions in September on crafting zinnia flowers out of paper.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 4, 2024
New Mexico's at-risk students continue to face significant educational challenges, according to a motion filed by the Yazzie/Martinez plaintiffs with the First Judicial District Court. The motion claims that the state has failed to provide a constitutionally sufficient education and calls for a comprehensive action plan led by the Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC).
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 4, 2024
The City of Las Cruces Public Works Department will host a public engagement event from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at the downtown Farmers & Crafts Market of Las Cruces on Main Street to review the University Avenue Corridor Study.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 4, 2024
With about 214,110 traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and over 69,000 TBI-related deaths in 2021 according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), understanding the physical and mental consequences of TBI is critical for study.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 4, 2024
The Las Cruces Police Department (LCPD) is currently accepting applications for its training academy, which is tentatively scheduled to commence in March 2025. Applications for the position of Police Cadet must be submitted by December 2, 2024.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 4, 2024
The City of Las Cruces will hold a Shopping Cart Ordinance Overview Meeting to help local businesses navigate through the compliance components of the Shopping Cart Ordinance.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
The University of New Mexico-Gallup will host a week of activities in September to observe National Campus Safety Awareness Month, aiming to enhance the safety and health of its branch campus.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
A plastic bag ban is under consideration for adoption at the Carlsbad City Council meeting on September 10. While the intention behind such a ban is commendable, Paul Gessing, president of New Mexico’s Rio Grande Foundation, argues that government mandates often have unintended consequences.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
Potential quorums of the New Mexico State University Board of Regents may occur as regents attend events with candidates vying to become NMSU’s next president. These events, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner gatherings, are scheduled between Sunday, Sept. 8, and Friday, Sept. 13. Additionally, the regents may attend the 2024 NMSU Gratitude Walk/Run on Saturday, Sept. 14, on the Las Cruces campus.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
The University Art Museum at New Mexico State University will host three new exhibitions starting Friday, Sept. 27. The opening receptions for "Carolyn Salas: Night Vision," "Carlos Rosales-Silva: Border Destroyer," and "Warhol & Friends" are scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on the same day at the UAM, located at 1308 E University Ave.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
At The University of New Mexico (UNM), the campus thrives on collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to improving everyday life for students, faculty, and staff. As part of that mission, the Parking and Transportation Services (PATS) team plays a vital role in keeping the community connected and moving smoothly.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
Five finalists for president of the New Mexico State University (NMSU) system will visit the Las Cruces campus next week, the Board of Regents announced Tuesday in a message to faculty, staff, and students. The visits will feature public forums, including evening sessions with each candidate, designed to allow members of the campus community and the public to hear from candidates directly about what they would bring to NMSU.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
The City of Albuquerque has introduced the Window to Opportunity grant to support businesses impacted by vandalism. This initiative, a collaboration between the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) and the Economic Development Department's Small Business Office, aims to ease the financial burden of replacing or repairing damaged windows for small businesses.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
The City of Las Cruces will hold a Shopping Cart Ordinance Overview Meeting to help local businesses navigate the compliance components of the Shopping Cart Ordinance.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
The American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) has recently elected a prominent faculty member from The University of New Mexico’s College of Pharmacy as its new President-elect and to a three-year term on the Board of Directors. It is the first time a president has been elected from New Mexico.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
The American Academy of Dental Hygiene, Inc. recently approved NMSU Global Campus and Doña Ana Community College as an accredited Continuing Education provider. This recognition enables NMSU-DACC to offer certified courses to dental professionals seeking to advance their skills and meet licensure requirements.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
Artist finalists for the proposed art project at the new East Mesa Public Recreation Complex will present their design concepts to the Quality of Life/Las Cruces Public Art selection committee on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
The New Mexico State Bar Foundation's Immediate Past-President, Hon. Carl J. Butkus, has been elected to the National Conference of Bar Foundations' Board of Directors. The announcement was made during the National Conference of Bar Foundations' Annual Meeting held from July 25 to 27 in Chicago, Illinois.
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
Today, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham announced “Operation Disruption,” an initiative to combat organized crime, drug smuggling, and human trafficking. This operation involves collaboration with New Mexico’s Department of Public Safety, New Mexico State Police, and various local, federal, and international agencies. The effort is part of the Organized Crime Commission's task force aimed at opposing cartel and criminal activities.
