News from September 2024

Santa Fe offers free green and residential waste disposal this fall
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
Santa Fe, NM - On March 12, 2024, the Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) approved Resolution No. 2024-035, authorizing the free disposal of green waste for county residents with a valid solid waste permit at the Stanley, Jacona, and Eldorado Convenience Centers on Friday, September 6 (8:00 am-5:00 pm) and Saturday, September 7 (8:00 am-5:00 pm), 2024.

Rio Unidos celebrates water and the Rio Grande at Tingley Beach
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
IPL New Mexico-El Paso hosted Rio Unidos: Rio Grande Project celebration at Tingley Beach Overlook on Saturday, August 24. This was a morning of reflections, blessings, and meditations.

Season of Creation encourages global environmental stewardship
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
The Season of Creation, which spans from September 1 to October 4, encourages a renewal of the relationship between people and their Creator through celebration, conversion, and commitment. This observance invites 2.2 billion Christians and others of faith to pray for and care for God's creation. During this period, participants join in prayer and action for the environment.

Brieanna Wells supports engineering research at NMSU
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
In 2015, Brieanna Wells began her career with the NMSU College of Arts and Sciences as a graduate assistant. Currently, she is a program manager for the Office of Engineering Research. Wells is a 2017 NMSU graduate who earned her master’s degree in English, with an emphasis in rhetoric and professional communication.

New Mexico police investigate fatal shooting involving Las Cruces SWAT
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
On August 29, 2024, the New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau was requested to investigate an officer-involved shooting involving the Las Cruces Police Department (LCPD).

NMSU Board of Regents to hold closed meeting on September 9
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
The New Mexico State University Board of Regents will hold a closed meeting from 2:30 to 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9, in Hadley Hall, Room 130, on the Las Cruces campus.

NMSU hosts Dress to Impress Fashion Show on September 12
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
New Mexico State University’s Office of Experiential Learning will host the second annual Dress to Impress Fashion Show: Career Edition at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12 at Corbett Center Student Union, first floor, Aggie Lounge.

UNM selects four students as URAD ambassadors
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
Four students at The University of New Mexico have been selected as Undergraduate Research, Arts and Design Network (URAD) ambassadors. These undergraduate researchers, representing a variety of majors and backgrounds, will run URAD tables at events, visit classes, and promote undergraduate research across all disciplines.

NMSU Board of Regents to hold closed meeting on September 10
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
The New Mexico State University Board of Regents will hold a closed meeting from 2:30 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, in Hadley Hall, Room 130, on the Las Cruces campus.

APS superintendent outlines plans to improve student outcomes
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 3, 2024
Last week, Albuquerque Public Schools’ Superintendent Dr. Gabriella Duran Blakey outlined her vision for the future during the first State of the District address. The event saw attendance from notable figures such as Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce’s Chairman Del Esparza, GACC CEO/President Terri Cole, and Sherman McCorkle, president of the Sandia Science and Technology Park.

UNM professor advocates adding 'street race' question to next U.S. Census
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 1, 2024
Dr. Nancy López, a Sociology Professor at The University of New Mexico, is advocating for the inclusion of a "Street Race" question in the next U.S. Census. This concept, which asks individuals how they believe others perceive their race based on physical attributes like skin color and facial features, aims to capture experiences of discrimination that may not be visible through self-identified race alone.

Community mourns loss of cherished leader Geraldine Ulibarri
By New Mexico Sun | Sep 1, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE - City Councilor Klarissa Peña has announced the passing of Geraldine Ulibarri, a community leader and dedicated volunteer. Ulibarri passed away unexpectedly on August 31, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, service, and commitment to the community.