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.
Germany-Based mtex Brings Investments
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 28 September 2023 28 September 2023
Germany-Based mtex Brings Investments in Technology, Engineering, Machining to Albuquerque
State and city funds assist high-tech telescope and antenna company expand to New Mexico
LEIPZIG, Germany – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, Mayor Tim Keller and mtex Antenna Technology USA announced Thursday the antenna and telescope technology company will open a facility in Albuquerque to fulfill obligations to North American customers, including the National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) and the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory in Cambridge, MA.
State Police Checkpoints and Saturation Patrols in Counties across the State in October 2023
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 28 September 2023 28 September 2023
Statewide, NM - State Police will be conducting sobriety checkpoints, saturation patrols; and registration, insurance, and driver's license checkpoints in all New Mexico counties during October 2023.
We are bringing awareness to these events to reduce impaired driving-related fatalities through continued media attention and intensive advertising.
These checkpoints are helping to change society's attitude about driving while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or drugs.
Helicopters to land on NMSU’s Pride Field for Air Force ROTC career fair
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 28 September 2023 28 September 2023
When you hear the helicopter blades overhead at New Mexico State University next month, it will signal that the university’s U.S. Air Force ROTC cadets’ career day will soon be underway.
"I plan to take advantage of the variety of experiences so I can not only learn more about careers, but also infer from leadership styles to refine my own method of leading to better the Air Force and the people around me,” said cadet Nicholas Cardona, a junior mechanical engineering major.
NM State Parks announces changes in services for upcoming fall and winter seasons
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 28 September 2023 28 September 2023
Santa Fe, NM – Following a long-established practice, the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department, State Parks Division announces seasonal changes to services within state parks, including changes to operational hours and some comfort stations. The seasonal changes vary by park and begin as soon as October 1st. Always check the website before traveling to a State Park for park-specific operational information.
Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekendstories of success
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 28 September 2023 28 September 2023
Santa Fe, NM – This month, hundreds of young, impressionable minds descended upon State Parks across the country and in New Mexico for the 5th Annual National Girl Scouts Love State Parks Weekend. This year’s theme was “Stewardship, let’s show the love” and it was a great success!
The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department State Parks Division partnered with Girl Scouts USA to assist scouts in activities required to earn the Girl Scouts Love the Outdoors Challenge Patch among several other patches that were earned over the weekend of September 9th and 10th.
ENMU to host U.S. Bank Family Weekend - Agricultural Day Tailgate
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 27 September 2023 27 September 2023
Eastern New Mexico University to host U.S. Bank Family Weekend and Annual Agricultural Day Tailgate sponsored by NM Farm and Livestock Bureau
Portales, NM – September 27, 2023 – Eastern New Mexico University will welcome over 100 families this weekend for their annual U.S. Bank Family Weekend.
Highlights from this year’s US Bank Family Weekend include a family weekend BBQ with the president, the Rally on Main weekend events, a Saturday morning mix and mingle with ENMU faculty and staff, the annual family weekend tailgate party, and admission to the football game vs. Angelo State.
ENMU and The City of Portales Host Rally on Main Street
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 26 September 2023 26 September 2023
Eastern New Mexico University and The City of Portales Host Rally on Main Street Sept. 29-30
Portales, NM – September 26, 2023– Eastern New Mexico University and the City of Portales are set to host the first-ever Rally on Main event this Friday and Saturday, September 29-30, hosted on Main Street in Downtown Portales.
“ENMU is very excited to co-host this event with the City of Portales,” said James Johnston, ENMU Chancellor. “This is Family Weekend at ENMU and an excellent opportunity to welcome back the families of our students and showcase our family-friendly community. I look forward to a great turnout and enjoying a fun-filled weekend.”
Stuffed animal drive
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 26 September 2023 26 September 2023
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Transportation Ports of Entry Division has teamed up with the New Mexico State Police and New Mexico Taxation & Revenue to collect stuffed animals to benefit the children of New Mexico.
This program was started to collect bears for police departments when responding to domestic violence calls that involve children, it’s a way to comfort the child in a negative situation. “I have seen firsthand the benefit of a police officer handing a scared child a stuffed animal, I would like to be a part of putting a smile on a child’s face at the scariest of times. Together we can make change.” states Teresa Valdez of NMDOT Ports & Entry Division.
Donation boxes are staged throughout New Mexico at our Port of Entry locations, New Mexico State Police locations and at New Mexico Taxation and Revenue locations. Donations accepted are any new small to medium stuffed animal and will be collected until Saturday, September 30, 2023.
The New Mexico Department of Transportation is committed to the safety of the traveling public. For updated roadway conditions visit: New Mexico Department of Transportation at www.nmroads.com or call 511.