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.
Mayor continues to silence community with removal of public input
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 24 July 2023 24 July 2023
Mayor continues to silence community with removal of public input and now with an attempt to remove New Mexico’s youngest elected official
Anthony, New Mexico – Nearly 9 months after City of Anthony Trustee, Gabriel I. Holguin filed thirteen ethics violations against Mayor Diana Murillo with several entities including the New Mexico State Ethics Commission, Office of the State Attorney General’s Office, State Auditor’s Office, and State Treasurer’s Office; Mayor Murillo has filed a civil complaint with the Third Judicial District Court to remove Trustee Holguin. The move comes three months after Mayor Murillo removed public comment input from all council meetings; not allowing constituents time to address their representatives at the council meetings.
Trustee Holguin is being represented by Las Cruces attorney, Yvonne K. Quintana.
Former Representative Phelps Anderson Joins Board of Think New Mexico
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 23 July 2023 23 July 2023
Think New Mexico, a results-oriented think tank serving New Mexicans, is pleased to announce that former New Mexico Representative Phelps Anderson (I-Roswell) has joined its Board of Directors.
Phelps Anderson represented southeastern New Mexico for four terms in the New Mexico legislature, from 1977-1981 and from 2019-2023. During his recent service, he co-sponsored Think New Mexico's legislation to end predatory lending by reducing the maximum annual interest rate on small loans from 175% to 36%, and he also led a successful bipartisan effort to repeal the state tax on military retirement benefits.
Born and raised in Roswell, New Mexico, Phelps earned his B.S. in Agricultural Economics from New Mexico State University. He went on to work in a wide range of businesses, including manufacturing, banking, the oil and gas industry, managing the Double Eagle Restaurant in Mesilla, and serving as foreman of the Diamond A cattle company. He is currently the president of SunValley Energy Corp. and Rio Magdalena Investments.
NM tribal governments to benefit from Land and Water Conservation Fund
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 21 July 2023 21 July 2023
New Mexico’s local, state, and tribal governments to benefit from nearly $3.2 million dollars for parks and outdoor recreation through the 2023 Land and Water Conservation Fund
Santa Fe, NM – The State Parks Division (State Parks) of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) announces the receipt of $3,193,100 million in federal funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF).
Heinrich Cosponsors Bicameral Legislation to Expand Access to Contraception
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 21 July 2023 21 July 2023
The Convenient Contraception Act would provide the option of receiving one year of contraception instead of the current three-month supply
WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Heinrich (D-N.M.) joined U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) and over a dozen of his Senate colleagues, along with U.S. Representative Lauren Underwood (D-Ill.), to introduce the Convenient Contraception Act, legislation that would improve access to contraceptive products, including over-the-counter contraceptives.
The bill provides individuals covered by private health insurance with the option to receive up to a full year of contraception at the time their prescription is issued instead of the current three-month supply or less that is standard in many states.
"Access to contraception is a fundamental right," said Heinrich. "By removing unnecessary barriers to contraception, this legislation helps protect the freedom of women to control their bodies and make their own health care decisions. I'm proud to lead this bill and will continue to stand up for the right to reproductive care."
"A woman's right to make her own health care decisions is sacred to me. I am proud to lead this first of its kind legislation to expand equitable access to contraceptives," said Fetterman. "Convenient and reliable access to contraceptives reduces unintended pregnancies, improves maternal health outcomes, and promotes equity. I will continue fighting to expand contraceptive access and protect reproductive freedom."
Traffic Report for week of July 23 to 30, 2023.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 21 July 2023 21 July 2023
In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continue to be cautious of heavy equipment and construction personnel in the area. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones may be in effect.
White Sands Missile Range Notification
For information regarding closures, you may call WSMR at 678-1178 or 678-2222 for updates.
Interstates:
Date St. Business Loop Roundabout Project, T or C CN1101231/32
La Calerita Construction LLC. (Contractor) construction, Phase 3 is expected to last about 4 (four) months, through September 2023, the following traffic impacts will be in place:
Traffic on North Date Street will be reduced to one lane in each direction (northbound and southbound) and will be shifted to the east (Northbound) lanes from north of New School Road to Ash Street. Motorists are encouraged to use extra caution in the construction zone, obey lower posted speed limits and allow extra time to reach their destinations. Regular work hours will be 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday although the contractor may work longer hours or on weekends as needed. Public Meeting scheduled for August 9th, 6 P.m. T or C Civic Center.
Mexican Wolf Update - April-June 2023
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 20 July 2023 20 July 2023
The following is a summary of Mexican Wolf Recovery Program activities in the Mexican Wolf Experimental Population Area (MWEPA) in Arizona, including the Fort Apache Indian Reservation (FAIR), San Carlos Apache Reservation (SCAR), and New Mexico. Additional Program information can be obtained by calling (928) 339-4329 or toll free at (888) 459-9653, or by visiting the Arizona Game and Fish Department website at www.azgfd.gov/wolf, or by visiting the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service website at fws.gov/southwest/es/mexicanwolf.
Spaceport America -Completion of First Successful Stratospheric Flight
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 20 July 2023 20 July 2023
PHASA-35® Announces Completion of First Successful Stratospheric Flight
Las Cruces, NM (July 14, 2023) Spaceport America, the world’s first purpose-built commercial spaceport, recently added another success story to its growing list of high-altitude pseudo satellite (HAPS) systems launched from the Land of Enchantment.
In June of 2023, British engineers from BAE Systems utilized Spaceport America, and its partner U.S. Army White Sands Missile Range, as a proving ground to complete a stratospheric flight of its HAPS Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS) – PHASA-35.
Attaining a peak altitude of over 66,000 feet through the course of its 24-hour flight period, PHASA-35 slowly powered its way into the stratosphere before successfully touching down at its home base at Spaceport America. The trial gave BAE Systems’ engineering team the ability to engage in performance assessments of the experimental solar-electric drone while it maneuvered to the far reaches of Earth’s atmosphere.
NM State Parks ranger saved a life
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 20 July 2023 20 July 2023
Matt Adamson, Leigh Kirkeeide, Sarah Cottrell Propst Cabinet Secretary for Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources DepartmentNew Mexico State Parks ranger receives double recognition, nationally as State Boating Officer of the Year and for saving the life of a 10-year-old drowning victim
Santa Fe, NM – Navajo Lake State Park Ranger Supervisor Leigh Kirkeeide was recently presented with a Life Saving Award for her skilled observation and swift action that saved the life of a 10-year-old child last month.
On Saturday, June 17, 2023, a 10-year-old boy went into the water from the shoreline near the Navajo Lake State Park Marina to retrieve a toy. The child, who could not swim and was not wearing a life jacket, went out too far and was overtaken by conditions. A family member pulled the boy from the water and Mr. Matt Adamson, who was nearby, started CPR. Officer Kirkeeide was on duty when she was flagged down by other park guests rushing to the scene. Officer Kirkeeide immediately moved the child to a flat location and continued CPR. The boy was unresponsive for approximately one to two minutes before she was able to get him breathing again. The boy was then air lifted to a regional hospital conscious, breathing, and talking.
Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) Cabinet Secretary Sarah Cottrell Propst honored Officer Kirkeeide with the State Parks Division Life Saving Award and Mr. Adamson with a Certificate of Appreciation during a presentation at Navajo Lake State Park on July 19.
“Officer Kirkeeide’s quick thinking and actions after the initial response of a good Samaritan undoubtedly helped save this child’s life,” said Secretary Cottrell Propst during Wednesday’s