New Mexico Sun

News from November 2025


Jacob Walters leads ENMU rodeo to strong finish at Texas Tech event

Eastern New Mexico University's rodeo teams achieved a fourth-place finish for both the men's and women's squads at the Texas Tech rodeo in Lubbock, Texas.


Western New Mexico Women’s Basketball releases full schedule for 2025–26 season

Western New Mexico University Women's Basketball has released its schedule for the 2025–26 season.


Greater Albuquerque Chamber sponsors food drive for Kirtland Air Force Base families

The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce has announced its sponsorship of the Kirtland Partnership Committee’s Food Drive, which will run through November 11.


Nicole Luna recognized for athletic achievements and leadership at Western New Mexico University

Nicole Luna, originally from Pueblo of Laguna, New Mexico, has built a notable career in athletics and academics at Western New Mexico University (WNMU).


Rep. Mark Murphy criticizes New Mexico regulators over unused well cleanup funds

New Mexico is holding onto more than $66 million intended for the cleanup of orphaned oil and gas wells, according to Rep. Mark Murphy (R-59, Roswell).


Moore and Quartieri stop last-second play as Greyhounds defeat Sul Ross State

Eastern New Mexico University’s football team secured a 40-34 win over Sul Ross State in a Lone Star Conference matchup, marking their second consecutive victory.


UT Permian Basin defeats Western New Mexico University football team in conference matchup

UT Permian Basin defeated Western New Mexico University 66-7 in a Lone Star Conference football game at Ben Altamirano Field in Silver City, New Mexico.


Western New Mexico volleyball falls to UT Dallas in straight sets

Western New Mexico University's volleyball team was defeated by the University of Texas at Dallas in straight sets on Friday at the UTD Activity Center.


Arts & Culture: Five Other New Mexico Poets You Should Know

With the appointment of Arthur Sze as the United States Poet Laureate in October 2025, New Mexico proudly celebrates one of its own being elevated to this distinguished honor.


UNM Hospital uses Dungeons & Dragons to help mental health clients build life skills

Clients in the University of New Mexico Hospital’s Psychosocial Rehabilitation (PSR) program are participating in weekly sessions of Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) as part of their outpatient mental health treatment.


Eastern New Mexico volleyball edged out by UT Permian Basin in five-set conference match

Eastern New Mexico University's volleyball team lost a closely contested match against UT Permian Basin, falling 3-2 in five sets on Saturday at the UTPB Gym Complex Falcon Dome in Odessa, Texas.


Greyhounds women's soccer falls to Midwestern State on Senior Day

Eastern New Mexico University's women's soccer team recognized six seniors during their final home game of the season but suffered a 5-0 defeat to Midwestern State on Saturday at Al Whitehead Field at Steve Loy Family Foundation Stadium.


ENMU volleyball prepares for road match against UT Permian Basin

The Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) volleyball team is set to play UT Permian Basin in a Lone Star Conference match on Saturday, Nov. 1.


UNM Sandoval Regional Medical Center launches advisory group focused on patient feedback

The University of New Mexico Sandoval Regional Medical Center (SRMC), a campus of UNM Hospital, is establishing a Patient Family Advisory Committee (PFAC) to incorporate patient perspectives into its care improvement efforts.


Burrell College graduates join MountainView Family Care Associates in Las Cruces

MountainView Regional Medical Center has announced the addition of two new family medicine physicians to its MountainView Family Care Associates team.


Eastern New Mexico volleyball falls to nationally-ranked Angelo State

The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team was defeated in three sets by nationally-ranked Angelo State on Thursday night at the Junell Center - Stephens Arena in San Angelo, Texas.


Eastern New Mexico prepares to host Sul Ross State following record-breaking football performance

Eastern New Mexico University’s football team will host Sul Ross State after a high-scoring win against Western New Mexico.


Eastern New Mexico volleyball travels to face nationally ranked Angelo State

The Eastern New Mexico University volleyball team is set to play Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas, on Friday in a Lone Star Conference match.


New Mexico DOJ warns residents about growing risks linked to kratom products

The New Mexico Department of Justice, led by Attorney General Raúl Torrez, has issued a warning about the risks associated with kratom products.


Tribal excellence recognized at New Mexico Infrastructure Finance Conference

The New Mexico Infrastructure Finance Conference recently took place at the Albuquerque Convention Center, where tribal projects were prominently recognized.