New Mexico Sun

News from August 2025


Museum brings natural history programs to Albuquerque during renovation

With the New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science currently closed for renovations, its educators are taking natural history programs to the Albuquerque community.


New Mexico museums celebrate Gustave Baumann's legacy with 'Baumannia' events

Gustave Baumann's legacy is being celebrated at the New Mexico Museum of Art and the New Mexico History Museum through a series of events titled "Baumannia."


Downtown transformation group discusses progress on key revitalization projects

The Downtown Transformation Bold Issues Group (BIG) held its first meeting of the program year on August 7, providing updates on several projects aimed at revitalizing the Downtown area.


Former Chamber leader seeks business input for study on decision-making under uncertainty

Janice Honeycutt Hering, who spent nearly a decade leading the Leadership, Education & Small Business programs at the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce, is now focusing on academic research into leadership under high-risk uncertainty.


New Mexico United draws with Las Vegas Lights FC before over eleven thousand fans

New Mexico United played to a 2–2 draw against Las Vegas Lights FC on Saturday night at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park, with an announced attendance of 11,581.


Deb Haaland highlights education investment and water protection efforts in recent posts

Deb Haaland, governor of New Mexico and former U.S. Secretary of the Interior, reiterated her commitment to education investment and water resource protection in social media posts dated August 15-16, 2025.


New Mexico hosts virtual symposium on team leadership skills

The State of New Mexico is organizing a virtual symposium focused on team leadership, scheduled for Wednesday, August 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event aims to provide supervisors and managers with insights from state leaders on enhancing...


New Mexico United falls to FC Tulsa despite early lead

New Mexico United lost 5-2 to FC Tulsa in an away match on Saturday night in Oklahoma.


Senator Brantley addresses New Mexico Sheriffs' Association annual meeting

The New Mexico Sheriffs’ Association is holding its annual meeting in Ruidoso, with representatives from all 33 county sheriff’s departments attending.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses Trump actions and community outreach in new posts

U.S. Congresswoman Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández commented on political developments involving former President Trump and promoted constituent services between August 14-15, 2025.


Deb Haaland concludes statewide tour focusing on affordability and rural health care

Deb Haaland, former Secretary of the Interior and current candidate for New Mexico governor, recently concluded her “Lift Up New Mexico Tour,” visiting 15 rural communities throughout the state.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham addresses Social Security milestone, infrastructure investment, and school safety

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham marked Social Security's 90th anniversary on August 14-15, 2025 through several posts addressing federal programs, local infrastructure projects in Los Lunas, and student safety concerns.


Bosque Farms Public Library sees rise in participation during summer reading program

The Bosque Farms Public Library reported an increase in participation during its Summer Reading Program this year.


Goodwill Industries opens new West Side store with Chamber support

Goodwill Industries of New Mexico opened its 20th store in the state on August 7, marking a new location at 270 98th Street SW on Albuquerque’s West Side.


Lobos' Anderson, Brown, Jenkins named to MW watch list; team picked seventh

Nicole Anderson, Kennedy Brown, and Fiona Jenkins have been named to the 2025 Mountain West Women’s Soccer Watch List.


Pamela Kosgei named Mountain West Female Athlete of the Year

Pamela Kosgei has been recognized as the Mountain West Female Athlete of the Year for the 2024-25 academic year.


New Mexico United loses 5-2 to FC Tulsa

New Mexico United faced a challenging match against FC Tulsa, resulting in a 5-2 loss on Saturday night in Oklahoma.


Jim Lovell, Apollo astronaut known for Apollo 13 mission, dies at age 97

The New Mexico Museum of Space History announced the passing of Jim Lovell, a celebrated astronaut and space pioneer, on July 7, 2025.


New Mexico United to mark 100th home game against Las Vegas Lights FC

New Mexico United will play its 100th home game at Rio Grande Credit Union Field at Isotopes Park this weekend, hosting Las Vegas Lights FC in a Western Conference matchup.


New Mexico Music Commission awards grants to support local musical initiatives

Sparking curiosity and fostering musical understanding are among the goals of 12 organizations that have received funding from the New Mexico Music Commission's Music in the Community Grants Program.