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New Mexico job training program supports over 300 trainees across multiple sectors
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The New Mexico Economic Development Department has approved support for 307 trainees at 12 companies through its Job Training Incentive Program (JTIP) in June and July, allocating more than $3.6 million in potential funding.

New Mexico’s CACFP continues providing free meals for families in fiscal year 2026
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The New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) announced that the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) will continue to provide free meals to thousands of New Mexicans in fiscal year 2026.

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Medicaid launches beneficiary advisory council for direct member input
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New Mexico’s Medicaid program has formed a new advisory council to give direct input from beneficiaries on the direction of services and administration that impact over 800,000 residents in the state.


Governor marks opening of $24M Church Rock bridge aimed at pedestrian safety
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A new $24 million bridge has opened on NM 566 near Church Rock, New Mexico, following a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and officials from the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT).


Governor opens new $24M Church Rock bridge focused on pedestrian safety
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A new $24 million bridge has opened on NM 566 near Church Rock, New Mexico, aiming to improve pedestrian safety and access.


Hailey Heinz appointed director of policy, research at NM Early Childhood Department
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Hailey Heinz has been named the new director of the Policy, Research, and Quality Initiatives Division at the New Mexico Early Childhood Education & Care Department (ECECD).


HCA seeks proposals for state employee dental and vision benefits
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The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) is inviting vendors to submit proposals for the provision of dental and vision benefits for state employees.


NMDOT launches humorous campaign against impaired driving
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The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has introduced a new campaign called "Are You Serious?


Ethanol plant in Portales receives support from New Mexico EDD
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Navitas Global, an ethanol production facility located in Portales, has been granted LEDA assistance to create jobs and expand its operations.


New Mexico dedicates sign for Trinity Downwinders on blast's 80th anniversary
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New Mexico will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Trinity Test with a new roadside sign honoring the Trinity Downwinders.


New Mexico receives Age-Friendly Employer certification for supporting multigenerational workforce
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New Mexico has been certified as an Age-Friendly Employer, a recognition that reflects the state's efforts to support workers of all ages through its hiring and workplace policies.


Governor allocates $750,000 for Doña Ana County flood response
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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has issued an emergency order to allocate $750,000 in state funding for the response to flooding in Doña Ana County.


Haaland meets Las Cruces coffee shop owner to discuss small business challenges
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Deb Haaland, a candidate for New Mexico governor, met with a small business owner at Picacho Coffee Roasters in Las Cruces to discuss the challenges that local businesses are facing due to rising costs.


Governor issues emergency order for flood relief in Doña Ana County
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Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has issued an emergency order to allocate $750,000 in state funding for the response to flooding in Doña Ana County. “Vado is facing devastating flooding, and this crisis demands immediate action,” said Gov. Lujan...


New Mexico awards $258K in economic development grants across 11 counties
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Twelve projects across eleven counties in New Mexico have been awarded economic development grants totaling $258,500.


Two NM projects reach semifinals in NSF's $160M innovation competition
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New Mexico is gaining attention with two local initiatives, Quantum Moonshot and Energized Watershed, being named among 29 semifinalists in the U.S. National Science Foundation’s $160 million Regional Innovation Engines competition.


Federal aid granted for flood recovery in Lincoln County
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The state of New Mexico has announced that the federal government has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for communities in New Mexico affected by recent flooding.


New Mexico extends deadline for Trout Fire SNAP benefits replacement
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) customers in Grant County, New Mexico, including the newly added Mimbres zip code (88049), have an extended deadline to request emergency food benefits until Monday, July 28.


New Mexico extends deadline for SNAP benefits replacement after Trout Fire impact
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SANTA FE — Residents of Grant County, New Mexico, who are part of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), have been given an extension until Monday, July 28, to apply for emergency food benefits.


NMDOH announces partnership with Mescalero Apache Tribe to expand primary care services
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The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) has announced an expansion of its primary care clinical services by partnering with the Mescalero Apache Tribe.