Non-Local News Releases
This category will feature news releases from out-of-area government agencies and representatives, as well as events that are not taking place in the four-county area of Grant, Catron, Hidalgo or Luna. For local events please visit Local News Releases.
NMDOT Launches Inaugural Name a Snowplow Contest
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 12 December 2023 12 December 2023
SANTA FE - The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is launching a snowplow naming contest! Help us to start naming our snowplows! New Mexicans are some of the most creative, punny and witty people on the planet, that is why we want the public to send us their best names!
We depend on our fleet to serve our communities and make the roads safer for the traveling public, so we think our trucks should have some awesome names!
We encourage you to submit a unique, fun, winter-themed or New Mexico inspired snowplow name. Submissions will be accepted now through Friday, December 22, 2023, at noon!
Submit your name ideas!
Next Year’s Seedlings Available to Order Now
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 12 December 2023 12 December 2023
35,000 seedlings available through NMFD Conservation Seedling Program
Santa Fe – Winter may be upon us, but it’s never too early to start looking towards next spring’s planting season. The New Mexico Energy Minerals and Natural Resources Department’s Forestry Division is pleased to announce the winter conservation seedling sale is now open to the public.
Twenty-three varieties of seedlings will be available to order online, including long-time favorites, such as ponderosa pine, Douglas-fir, pinon pine, Rocky Mountain juniper, Scots pine, and a large variety of shrubs like chokecherry and wax currant. All proceeds from the winter seedling sale are reinvested back into the state’s Conservation Seedling Program.
DOH unveils comprehensive helpline to streamline public inquiries
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 11 December 2023 11 December 2023
DOH unveils comprehensive helpline to streamline public inquiries and make healthcare more accessible
Unified helpline provides New Mexicans with a centralized source for health assistance
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) announces the launch of a unified hotline, the "NM DOH Helpline,” aimed at consolidating the various DOH hotlines into a single point of contact for the public. The helpline will provide essential information and assistance on a wide range of health-related inquiries.
The DOH Helpline, accessible at (1-833-SWNURSE) 1-833-796-8773, will be staffed by dedicated nurses who are available to address questions and concerns from the public. The helpline merges multiple hotlines including those for COVID, reproductive health, epidemiology, and more into a streamlined and accessible resource.
Response to MLG gun ban update
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 11 December 2023 11 December 2023
"We can agree with the Governor, crime is out of control. It is certainly interesting that when you let law enforcement do their job, New Mexicans can see how out of control crime has become these past few years. Thank a law enforcement officer today for doing their job despite so many politicians being against them." – House Republican Leader Ryan Lane (Aztec)
NMSU’s Scale Up NM, NM Angels partner to host 2024 TechSprint accelerators
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 11 December 2023 11 December 2023
The Scale Up New Mexico program, funded in part by the United States Economic Development Administration and housed at New Mexico State University’s Arrowhead Center, has partnered with New Mexico Angels for TechSprint accelerator programs in 2024.
Scale Up NM provides a comprehensive suite of support programs for startups in the early stages of development. This initiative expands upon existing Arrowhead Center projects, including Sprint business accelerators, assistance with Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer and support for commercialization. The goals are to create more successful New Mexico-based businesses and generate more local, high-paying jobs.
Southwest Hay & Forage Conference
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 11 December 2023 11 December 2023
Vital forage information to be presented at 2024 Southwest Hay & Forage Conference
Forage growers in the Southwest will have access to important industry information at the 2024 Southwest Hay & Forage Conference in Ruidoso, New Mexico.
The conference will take place Jan. 25-26, 2024, at the Ruidoso Convention Center, 111 Sierra Blanca Drive. The event is hosted by the New Mexico Hay Association and New Mexico State University’s College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences.
Mark Marsalis, NMSU Extension forage specialist, said the conference addresses common issues that growers face daily, including high input costs, soil fertility, water management and pest control.
PNM highlights local nonprofit partner for NYSE Global Giving Campaign
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 11 December 2023 11 December 2023
Special ornament hung during NYSE’s annual tree lighting ceremony
Nonprofits are the key to a thriving New Mexico.
(Albuquerque, NM) – On November 30, a special ornament was hung during the NYSE’s 100th annual tree lighting ceremony. The ornament highlights PNM’s support of the New Mexico-based nonprofit Homewise.
As the only company based in New Mexico currently listed on the NYSE, PNM Resources is highlighting the local nonprofit Homewise with a special ornament. It is our hope that companies and individuals from throughout the U.S. will join PNM in supporting Homewise.
ENMU Celebrates Graduating Class of 451
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 08 December 2023 08 December 2023
Eastern New Mexico University Celebrates Graduating Class of 451 for Fall 2023 Commencement.
Portales, NM – Dec 8, 2023 – Eastern New Mexico University welcomes graduates and their families to Greyhound Arena on the Eastern New Mexico University campus on Saturday, December 16 at 10 a.m. to celebrate their academic achievements as part of the one hundred forty-fifth commencement ceremony.
“Commencement is the celebration we work towards. It is our time to recognize and honor the achievement of our students as they walk across the stage and become proud Greyhound alumni,” said James Johnston, ENMU Chancellor. “Earning a university degree is a life-changing milestone in a person’s life, and I look forward to congratulating each graduate on Saturday.”