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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham highlights education milestone and environmental response

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham marked key developments in education and public health on her social media between November 15-17, 2025.


Gabe Vasquez addresses ICE raids, bipartisanship, and community victories in recent tweets

U.S. Congressman Gabe Vasquez used his Twitter account between November 14-17, 2025 to address ICE enforcement tactics, commend bipartisan efforts in Congress, and celebrate a local sports win.


NMDOT completes first phase of US 180 expansion between Bayard and Hurley

The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) has completed the first phase of the US 180 Four-Lane Safety Improvement Project, a $41.1 million initiative aimed at enhancing safety and connectivity in southwest New Mexico.


Lockheed Martin’s subsidiary PZL Mielec delivers first international order for firefighting helicopters

PZL Mielec, a subsidiary of Lockheed Martin, has announced an agreement with Česká Letecká Servisní (CLS) and the Czech Republic Ministry of Interior to supply two Sikorsky S-70 FIREHAWK helicopters.


Eastern New Mexico men's basketball hosts kids day event during home game

Eastern New Mexico University will host a special kids day event at the Steve Loy Family Foundation Arena on Tuesday, as the men's basketball team faces Northern New Mexico.


Eastern New Mexico University relieves head football coach Kelley Lee of duties

Eastern New Mexico University has removed Kelley Lee from his position as head football coach, effective immediately.


USDA offers over $500K in specialty crop grants for New Mexico producers

More than $500,000 in funding is now available to New Mexico producers through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program.


Deb Haaland addresses Medicaid cuts, tribal inclusion, and vocational education in recent posts

Deb Haaland posted about protecting Medicaid coverage (Nov. 15), increasing tribal participation (Nov. 16), and expanding trade education (Nov. 17) as part of her campaign for governor of New Mexico


Eastern New Mexico University launches 1ROO initiative for targeted annual giving

Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) will introduce a new fundraising initiative called “1ROO for ENMU” on November 20, 2025.


New Mexico Environment Department offers free water tests after PFAS found near Santa Fe

The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) is providing free water testing and filters to residents of La Cieneguilla and La Cienega.


Bataan Memorial Building's Red Room restoration underway with historic preservation division

The Bataan Memorial Building's "Red Room," a significant part of New Mexico's territorial history, is undergoing restoration with the assistance of the New Mexico Historic Preservation Division (NMHPD).


New Mexico court upholds conviction in child abuse case

Attorney General Raúl Torrez has commented on the New Mexico Court of Appeals' decision to uphold the conviction of Alexis Avila.


Western New Mexico women's basketball falls to UTEP in exhibition game

Western New Mexico University's women's basketball team was defeated by the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) 81-56 in an exhibition game at the Don Haskins Center.


ENMU volleyball seeks to break losing streak against Oklahoma Christian

The Eastern New Mexico University (ENMU) volleyball team is set to play Oklahoma Christian on Friday in a Lone Star Conference matchup.


Albuquerque opens first section of Rail Trail linking Sawmill Market to Tiguex Park

The first section of the Albuquerque Rail Trail, named The Aura of Sawmill, has opened to the public.


New Mexico General Services Department seeks associate insurance underwriter

The New Mexico General Services Department's Risk Management Division is seeking to fill the position of Associate Insurance Underwriter.


Arts & Culture: Christoph Wagner—A Conscientious Mind with a Musical Heart

In the high desert light of New Mexico, sound carries differently. It seems to hang in the air—softened by sand, sharpened by sun, luminous against silence.


Western New Mexico football falls to Midwestern State in season finale

Western New Mexico University ended its football season with a 70-23 loss to Midwestern State University at Ben Altamirano Field.


New Mexico United ends playoff run after loss to FC Tulsa

New Mexico United’s 2025 postseason ended with a 3–0 defeat to FC Tulsa in the USL Championship Western Conference Final on Saturday night.


Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce to host legislative session briefing with Charles Sallee

The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual 2026 Legislative Session Briefing featuring Charles Sallee, director of the Legislative Finance Committee.