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Pacific Fusion invites local groups to holiday mixer focused on giving back
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Pacific Fusion is organizing a Community Benefits Holiday Mixer on Thursday, December 11.


Allison H. Block-Chavez to be sworn in as president of New Mexico State Bar on Dec. 10
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The State Bar of New Mexico has announced that Allison H. Block-Chavez will be sworn in as its next president on December 10 at the New Mexico Supreme Court in Santa Fe.


Webinar addresses impact of proposed WOTUS rule changes on tribal water protections
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Army Corps of Engineers have proposed changes to the definition of “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act.


Deb Haaland calls for federal action on food security and highlights New Mexico initiatives
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Deb Haaland addressed issues including food assistance policies under Trump-era politics and highlighted educational and environmental initiatives in New Mexico through tweets posted between December 3 and December 4, 2025.


UNM librarian Ingrid Hendrix receives inaugural diversity excellence award
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Ingrid Hendrix, librarian at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Library and Informatics Center (HSLIC), has been named the first recipient of the Dr. Valerie Romero-Leggott Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Excellence Award by the UNM...


Albuquerque International Sunport launches rail spur project with new private partner
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The Albuquerque International Sunport has taken a step forward in expanding its economic role by activating its rail spur and securing New Mexico Transloading, LLC as its first client.


Greater Albuquerque Chamber seeks business input for Fairgrounds redevelopment plan
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The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce is inviting its members to join a roundtable discussion focused on the future use of the Fairgrounds and how it can support business growth in the area.


UNM professor leads new federally funded studies on Veteran suicide prevention
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Davin Quinn, MD, a professor at The University of New Mexico (UNM) School of Medicine and clinical psychiatrist, is leading four new studies focused on predicting and treating suicidal ideation among U.S. Veterans.


Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham spotlights state sports wins and community events
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham celebrated recent successes in sports and tourism through posts made between December 2-4, 2025.


Sam Bregman details community outreach efforts and recent prosecutions in Bernalillo County
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District Attorney Sam Bregman shared updates between December 2-4 highlighting youth outreach at a local academy as well as convictions related to violent crime and animal cruelty investigations.


Central New Mexico Community College president addresses Chamber board on workforce development
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Tracy Hartzler, president of Central New Mexico Community College (CNM), addressed the Board of Directors of the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce on November 20.


Esparza Digital + Advertising to host free AI-focused marketing webinar December 9
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Esparza Digital + Advertising will hold a free webinar on December 9 focused on the use of artificial intelligence in marketing.


Conservation Voters New Mexico responds to new LCV report on state-level clean energy progress
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The League of Conservation Voters has released its annual Clean Energy Successes in the States report, which highlights actions taken by 30 states to promote clean energy, reduce pollution, and address climate change.


Deb Haaland addresses election integrity and launches holiday book drive in New Mexico
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Governor Deb Haaland shared updates on election protection efforts and launched a holiday book drive in New Mexico via social media posts dated December 3, 2025.


Sen Michael Padilla highlights broadband growth and energy policy at recent forums
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Senator Michael Padilla shared updates about New Mexico's progress in broadband access and economic development through energy strategy via social media posts dated December 1 and December 3, 2025.


Beehive Homes owner urges improvement of New Mexico liability environment
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Gerald Hamilton, owner of Beehive Homes Assisted Living, expressed concerns about New Mexico's liability climate, which he said makes it challenging for assisted living providers to secure insurance coverage that protects both residents and...


Deb Haaland addresses economic hardship and clean energy efforts in recent tweets
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Deb Haaland posted several tweets on December 2, 2025, discussing food insecurity, clean energy job creation in New Mexico through SunZia, and critiquing Donald Trump's understanding of everyday economic struggles.


UNM Health Sciences launches 2025 Academic Faculty Scholars Program supporting underrepresented junior faculty
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The University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center (HSC) Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion has announced the members of its 2025 Academic Faculty Scholars Program cohort.


Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández addresses nuclear legacy, athlete protections, and water safety
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U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández used social media posts between November 30 and December 2, 2025 to address nuclear fallout effects in New Mexico, call for stronger college athlete protections under Title IX legislation, and advocate for federal...


Bernalillo County DA Sam Bregman highlights public safety initiatives in recent social media posts
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District Attorney Sam Bregman used his official account in early December 2025 to report on legislative meetings addressing public safety concerns in Bernalillo County, student outreach at a local academy regarding gun violence prevention, and...