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U.S. Army awards Lockheed Martin $9.8 billion missile defense contract
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Lockheed Martin has received a $9.8 billion contract from the U.S. Army to produce 1,970 Patriot Advanced Capability – 3 Missile Segment Enhancement (PAC-3 MSE) interceptors and related hardware.


Santa Fe Institute researchers call for more interdisciplinary training in microbiology
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In 2023, a group of researchers from different disciplines and career stages participated in an Arctic field school to study floating sea ice.


Lockheed Martin selected by US Army as team lead for next-gen command system prototype
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Lockheed Martin's Rotary and Mission Systems division has been awarded a prototype agreement by the U.S. Army to serve as Team Lead for the development of a Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) prototype.


Eastern New Mexico University earns high marks in Niche.com's 2026 Best Colleges Rankings
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Eastern New Mexico University has been recognized both nationally and within New Mexico in the recently released Niche.com 2026 Best College Rankings.


New Mexico partners with DARPA on major quantum technology initiative
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed an agreement between the state of New Mexico and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to create the Quantum Frontier Project.


New Mexico Department of Agriculture selects two new chef ambassadors
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The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) has announced the selection of Chef Becky Windels from FARMesilla in Las Cruces and Chef Julian Griego of Albuquerque’s Street Food Institute as the latest NEW MEXICO–Taste the Tradition Chef...


New Mexico partners with DARPA on $120 million quantum technology initiative
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed an agreement between New Mexico and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to launch the Quantum Frontier Project.


Governor Lujan Grisham issues emergency order for Mora County flood response
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed two emergency orders to provide $1.5 million in state funding for agencies responding to recent flooding in Mora County.


Powerball jackpot reaches $1.3 billion; New Mexicans win nearly $2 million
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The Powerball jackpot for the drawing on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, is estimated at $1.3 billion, with a cash value of $589 million.


Powerball jackpot climbs to estimated $1 billion ahead of August 30 drawing
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The estimated Powerball jackpot for the Saturday, August 30, 2025 drawing has been increased to $1 billion, with a cash value of $453.1 million.


New Mexico to announce new partnership during international quantum conference
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New Mexico is preparing to host the IEEE International Conference on Quantum Computing and Engineering, also known as Quantum Week, at the Albuquerque Convention Center from August 31 to September 5.


Powerball jackpot rises to $950 million ahead of August 30 drawing
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The Powerball jackpot for the upcoming drawing on Saturday, August 30, 2025, has reached an estimated $950 million.


New Mexico leaders respond as SNAP marks anniversary amid federal funding cuts
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On the 61st anniversary of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham reaffirmed the state’s commitment to supporting families despite recent federal budget reductions to the program. “For...


Applied Research Associates appoints Curt Beckemeyer as new CEO; William Ratliff named COO
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Curt Beckemeyer has been appointed as the next president and CEO of Applied Research Associates (ARA), with his term beginning on October 1.


Private postsecondary enrollment rises as more institutions gain state approval in New Mexico
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Private postsecondary enrollment in New Mexico has increased by 6%, reaching a total of 10,685 students.


New Mexico addresses CDL English language rule enforcement amid recent incident reports
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New Mexico officials have responded to recent concerns about the enforcement of English language requirements for commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) in the state.


Powerball jackpot climbs to seventh largest ever ahead of August 27 drawing
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The Powerball jackpot has reached an estimated $815 million for the drawing scheduled on Wednesday, August 27, 2025.


New Mexico launches Adventure Pitch Fest with $15,000 prize pool for outdoor businesses
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Outdoor recreation businesses in New Mexico are being encouraged to participate in the expanded Adventure Pitch Fest, where they will compete for $15,000 in cash prizes.


New Mexico State Land Office schedules public meetings on proposed land swap with BLM
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The New Mexico State Land Office (NMSLO) will hold four public meetings in Southern New Mexico from September 22 to 25, 2025, to discuss a proposed land exchange with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM).


New Mexico selects Roadrunner Venture Studios for $25M statewide quantum initiative
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The New Mexico Economic Development Department has selected Roadrunner Venture Studios to lead a $25 million initiative aimed at establishing and operating a quantum venture studio in the state.