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ASC research director Marsalis: "This field day is an excellent chance for the community to come out and see firsthand the important research conducted at the science center"

New Mexico State University announced on July 18, 2023, that their Agricultural Science Center in Los Lunas will be hosting a field day on August 8. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to learn from NMSU researchers and extension staff about various agricultural topics according to the press release by NMSU.


Luján: 'I’m proud to join my colleagues in introducing the Small Farm Conservation Act to support small farmers and ranchers and help them access financial and technical assistance'

U.S. Senators Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) have teamed up with Senators Michael Bennet (D-Colo.) and Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) to introduce the Small Farm Conservation Act. This proposed legislation aims to assist small farms in accessing federal conservation programs offered through the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) according to a press release by U.S. Senators Ben Ray Luján on June 30, 2023.


'Everyone needs to know his story,' says NMSU professor and author of newly published book about Ted Mack and 'Peoples Beer'

For New Mexico State University professor Clint Lanier, his book about the nation's first Black-owned brewery isn't just about the business' rise and fall


'It's a real privilege': Central New Mexico Community College Biology Instructor receives USDA fellowship

Central New Mexico Community College Biology Instructor Sierra Netz says it's not what her students can do for her, it's what she can do for them


New Mexico Museum Foundation CEO Abigail Eaton: Foundation 'is grateful for this generous support from Verus Research'

Albuquerque-based Verus Research has announced that it awarded $50,000 to the New Mexico Museum of Natural History Foundation as the Presenting Sponsor of the Verus Research DynaTheater, according to a release by the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs.


New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs' office of Archaeological Studies new business operations director 'excited' about the job

New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs' office of Archaeological Studies has a new business operations director and he says he's excited to be there


Simon: 'Our plan to increase dog parks will get tails wagging all over Albuquerque'

On July 13, 2023, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller and the City of Albuquerque Parks and Recreation Department (PRD) unveiled plans to increase the number of dog parks in the city. With the goal of doubling the current count, this initiative aims to provide more recreational spaces for dogs and their owners, according to a press release by the City of Albuquerque.


Luján: 'This effort to plug abandoned wells and slash methane emissions is an issue I’ve championed – because the health of our communities and environment are at risk'

On July 12, 2023, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) expressed his approval of the allocation of $25 million to New Mexico for the implementation of the REGROW Act. This legislation, which he advocated for in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to address the cleanup and remediation of abandoned gas and oil wells in the state according to a press release.


Bregman: 'Just like with our pretrial detention motions, this money for warrants will help us get violent individuals off the streets'

On July 18, 2023, the state of New Mexico revealed the availability of $10 million in funding to be distributed among district attorney's offices throughout the state.


APD's Medina: 'Domestic violence tends to be more personal and usually impacts entire families, often with tragic consequences'

Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller and APD Chief Harold Medina, along with members of the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Commission, recently came together to highlight their efforts in combating domestic violence.


Trujillo, mayor of Las Vegas, NM, on aftermath of wildfire: 'Needless to say, what a difference a year makes'

Las Vegas, N.M., experienced the destruction caused by the largest wildfire in state history last year.


City of Albuquerque City Council met Monday, May 15


City of Santa Fe Mayor's Youth Advisory Board met Thursday, June 15


Encounter Culture Host Jusinski: 'New Mexico’s stories are deep and wide-reaching, and for season four, we took that to heart'

This week, the New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs issued a press release to announce the celebration of the 75th anniversary of Native American voting rights in New Mexico through Encounter Culture.


US Senator Heinrich: 'The Senate is delivering a strong and bipartisan defense bill that invests in the success of New Mexico’s military installations and the dedicated service members defending our freedom at home and abroad'

This week, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich made an announcement regarding his successful efforts in securing investments for New Mexico's military installations, national labs, and service members in the Senate version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).


Cabinet Secretary for Early Childhood Education Groginsky: 'Ninety percent of a child’s brain develops in their first five years of life'

This week, the state of New Mexico made an announcement regarding the largest-ever expansion of PreK programs in the state.


UNM Cancer Center’s Schulke: ‘Programs like these ACS grants help us try to alleviate that stress so our patients can focus on getting better’

Two grants of over $45,000 that the American Cancer Society gave to the University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center in Albuquerque will help with cancer patients’ transportation and lodging.


New Mexico Business Coalition's upcoming crime crisis event 'Great opportunity for New Mexicans,' President and CEO says

Carla Sonntag, president and CEO of New Mexico Business Coalition, supports the "Crime Crisis BASH" event as an opportunity to gain a better understanding of the crime epidemic in Albuquerque. The event is set to take place on the evening of the 10th of August.


Webber: 'We are committed to our children and young people'

On July 10, 2023, the City of Santa Fe made an announcement regarding its investment of $3.42 million to fund services for children and youth over the course of three years. Mayor Alan Webber emphasized the city's dedication to its young population, stating that this substantial investment reflects their commitment to shaping a promising future for the children and youth of Santa Fe, according to a press release by the City of Santa Fe.


Palette Contemporary Art and Craft owners on featured artist: ‘She attempts to explore her landscapes as an informal vessel for healing and comfort’

Albuquerque gallery Palette Contemporary Art and Craft will host an exhibit from July 22 to 31 featuring the work of abstract landscape artist Ginnie Baer.