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City of Santa Fe Sister Cities Committee met Wednesday, June 21


Sen. Heinrich: 'It is frustrating and deeply concerning to learn now that the Cerro Pelado Fire was also caused by an escaped prescribed fire'

The Forest Service has released its report on the origin of the Cerro Pelado fire in New Mexico's Santa Fe National Forest in April 2022. The cause of the fire that burned 46,000 acres was a prescribed burn, according to the report.


CNM Ingenuity's Lee: 'The union of NM-NEW and CNM Ingenuity is truly a win-win'

CNM Ingenuity Inc., the "enterprise arm" of Central New Mexico Community College (CNM), has acquired New Mexico-New Elder World (NM-NEW), a non-profit organization that connects older New Mexicans with mentoring and entrepreneurial opportunities.


New Mexico Historic Sites Deputy Director Barbour: 'Old Lincoln Days is one of my favorite events'

On July 25, the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs issued a press release announcing the upcoming Old Fort Lincoln Days event, scheduled for August 4th through the 6th.


Family and Community Services Division Manager on before- and after-school programming: 'We know that kids learn through play'

On July 24, the city of Albuquerque announced that it has officially opened registration for its before- and after-school programs. T


Palette Contemporary Art and Craft owner: ‘We're challenged to be inclusive'

For almost 20 years, Palette Contemporary Art and Craft in Albuquerque has been offering artwork for a wide range of customers and every type of budget. By searching locally, nationally and abroad, gallery owner Kurt Nelson takes pride in finding a range of modern art in all price ranges, ensuring that patrons with varying financial capacities can acquire special pieces that align with their taste.


MRA director: 'The Rail Trail is an investment that will connect our communities and activate the heart of our city'

Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller and world-renowned architect Antoine Predock unveiled a vision for the Albuquerque Rail Trail.


UMCCC's Schulke: ACS grants help to 'alleviate that stress so our patients can focus on getting better'

Jill Schulke, director of Patient Family Support Services at UNMCCC, stated that funding from the American Cancer Society assists in the care of people and families seeking treatment.


Martinez: 'HSD is committed to supporting low-income families in their community'

The New Mexico Human Services Department announced on July 24, 2023, that its office in Portales, N.M., will extend its office hours to better assist customers.


UNMCCC's Sequeira on Lobo Cancer Challenge: '100% of the funds raised by our Challengers go directly to their choice of program'

The University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center (UNMCCC) will host its Lobo Cancer Challenge on Saturday, Sept. 23, at University Stadium in Albuquerque.


New Mexico Department of Game and Fish: 'Turtles are a vital part of riverine ecosystems'

On July 17, ABQ BioPark announced the planned release of three Rio Grande cooters near Carlsbad, New Mexico, which took place on June 21.


Luján promotes bill to uphold funding for tribal programs to protect 'our trust responsibility to Tribal Nations'

Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) and Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), along with Reps. Betty McCollum (D-MN) and Tom Cole (R-OK) have reintroduced the Indian Programs Advance Appropriations Act (IPAAA), which aims to provide advance appropriations for the Indian Health Service (IHS), Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), and the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), to fund critical public services for Tribal Nations.


Luján: 'New Mexico’s community and family-owned grocers are critical to our state'

U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-NM) and Peter Welch (D-VT) on July 24 introduced the Ensuring Fee-Free Benefits Transactions Act to permanently protect retailers from fees and costs beyond the normal costs of business that could make it harder for them to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.


US Eagle Federal Credit Union 'will always put the needs of the people first'

Albuquerque-based US Eagle Federal Credit Union has grown substantially since it was established 88 years ago and has expanded with nine branches across New Mexico.


City of Albuquerque City Council met Thursday, June 21


City of Santa Fe Quality of Life Committee met Wednesday, June 21


City of Santa Fe Community Development Commission met Wednesday, June 21


Bratvold: 'This space will be critical to the pit mission'

The Los Alamos National Laboratory, in partnership with subcontractor Hensel Phelps, has successfully completed the concrete placements for four expansive warehouses, adding over 80,000 square feet of additional storage capacity and workspace to their facilities.


Research VP: 'UNM recognizes the critical importance of water to our state and our nation'

University of New Mexico understands the state's water issues, the university's research vice president said in a news release this week announcing a $4 million U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) grant


Mark Krueger: 'As a Farm Bureau agent, I want to help make sure you have the coverage you need and are prepared for what lies ahead'

Farm Bureau Financial Services was originally established in 1939 to address the liability insurance requirements of Iowa farmers, but today the company offers a wide range of insurance services to customers in states across the U.S. including New Mexico. A former APD police officer sat down for an interview to provide some insight into how he found a thriving career with the company after retiring from the force.