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Arrowhead Center at NMSU, STTE Foundation partner to host El Paso startup accelerator

Success Through Technology Education Foundation has partnered with New Mexico State University's Arrowhead Center to offer a TechSprint online accelerator, STTE Ventures Sprint, to tech startups from El Paso.

STTE Ventures Sprint is one of the new several opportunities offered through STTE Ventures to empower El Paso startups. The accelerator program complements opportunities to pitch at the upcoming Dia de Los Muertos Startup Week, among other resources and opportunities for entrepreneurs.

"Our sprint model promotes the formation of partnerships between entrepreneurs and stakeholders, facilitating seamless integration into the entrepreneurship ecosystem and establishing significant relationships for potential investment," said Carlos Murguia, TechSprint program manager. "This assistance strategically positions startups to actively pursue subsequent funding opportunities by guiding them through activities centered on identifying customers and validating market feasibility."

The STTE Ventures Sprint is a comprehensive accelerator program tailored specifically for tech founders. It provides immersive guidance in validating the technology market. The program places particular emphasis on vital elements like customer discovery, gaining market insights, assessing commercial potential and attracting investment capital from investors. Each session consists of a combination of informative lectures, engaging presentations, interactive discussions, valuable feedback and mentorship from industry experts. To expedite progress for the startups involved, a minimum of three mentors and advisers – with expertise spanning various stages of entrepreneurship – actively support each session.

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Wildlife law violation checkpoints start for hunting, fishing seasons

The Department of Game and Fish will conduct checkpoints throughout the state this summer to collect biological data and to detect wildlife law violations. As a result, the public may encounter minor delays. Department officers may be assisted by other law enforcement agencies such as the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, New Mexico State Police or county sheriff's offices.

As a reminder, the 2023-2024 hunting and fishing season began April 1. All hunters and anglers are required to purchase a new license before hunting and fishing. Guides and outfitters are also reminded that new registration is required.

Please report any wildlife crime or suspected crime that you may observe while enjoying New Mexico's great outdoors. To report a wildlife crime, please call Operation Game Thief toll free at 1-800-432-GAME (4263). Callers can remain anonymous and earn cash rewards for information leading to charges being filed. Violations also can be reported online at Operation Game Thief.

Heinrich, Wyden, Lummis Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Americans' Data from Unfriendly Foreign Nations

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), and Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) introduced legislation to protect Americans' data from being exploited by unfriendly foreign nations and apply tough criminal and civil penalties to prevent employees of foreign corporations from accessing U.S. data from abroad.

"We don't export advanced technologies or weapon systems to our adversaries for good reason. We shouldn't allow data brokers to export Americans' personal data either," said Heinrich. "This bill would protect Americans' health care records, geolocations, web browsing activity, and other information from adversaries who could use it for nefarious purposes. Increasingly, data is the new gold – and we need to treat it accordingly."

Heinrich also noted concerns about the findings of a recently released report commissioned by the Office of the Director of National Intelligence confirming the widespread purchases by the Intelligence Community of Americans' commercially available data.

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Certified Prescribed Burn Committee Seeks Nominations

New committee will oversee process for certifying landowners to conduct prescribed burns

Santa Fe – Following the publication of the Prescribed Burn Manager Certification Program Rule, the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department's Forestry Division is establishing a committee to certify landowners who wish to conduct prescribed burns on their property.

The Forestry Division is also seeking applications or nominations for at least two individuals to serve on this newly formed committee. The Certified Prescribed Burn Committee will consist of at least three members: one from a non-governmental organization, one from the New Mexico Prescribed Fire Council, and one representative from the Forestry Division, appointed by the State Forester. Additional ad-hoc members may be added at the request of the Committee or State Forester.

Committee members will provide oversight of development and updates to training modules, refresher courses and recertification processes, and will align the training modules with previous prescribed fire training and experiences.

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Construction Update: Water Outage Scheduled Thursday, June 22, 2023

From 6-9 a.m. for Removal of Existing Fire Hydrant; Sierra County Building and Gateway Center Merchants Affected
Update as of Tuesday, June 20, 2023
NOTE: All construction is weather permitting and is subject to changes without notice.
CONTACTS for questions and concerns or to sign up for email updates on the project:
Patti Watson, 505-245-3134 office; 505-269-9691 cell; pattiw@cwastrategic.com
Ty Stevers, 505-245-3138 office: 505-417-9989 cell; tys@cwastrategic.com
Crews will relocate an existing fire hydrant from 6-9 a.m. Thursday, June 22, 2023. During this work, the water will be shut off

Affected businesses and organizations include:
• Lakeway Shopping Center, including Organtica Truth or Consequences, Subway, World Finance, Dollar General, Gila National Forest Black Range District Office, Metro by T-Mobile and Truth Smoke Shop & Vape
• Sierra County Government Building
We apologize for the inconvenience. Here are some steps you can take to have water available:
1) Fill tub(s) with water and use the water to refill toilet tanks, wash hands and water pets.
2) Fill containers for drinking and cooking.
Please keep taps closed until the water is back on. We recommend running a kitchen or bathroom faucet for 5-10 minutes after the water is turned back on to get rid of milky water, which indicates there is air in the water, or red or discolored water, which indicates there was debris in the pipeline.

NMDA re-launches NEW MEXICO–Taste the Tradition/Grown with Tradition Logo Program

New Mexico businesses encouraged to join free program to help bolster sales

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LAS CRUCES, N.M. – Over 20 years ago, the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) launched the NEW MEXICO–Taste the Tradition and NEW MEXICO–Grown with Tradition Logo Program to promote New Mexico products and identify them as grown or made in the state.

 NMDA is re-launching the free program this summer with refreshed logos businesses may use to promote their New Mexico products.

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PNM Resources Foundation 40th anniversary

PNM Resources Foundation 40th anniversary celebrated by world-renowned American troupe and local student-led performance Forty-four nonprofit grant recipients of $700,000 recognized (Albuquerque, NM) – PNM Resources Foundation is proud to announce its 40th anniversary with a commitment to give back to the community it serves. The Foundation awarded $700,000 in grants to 44 nonprofits that have demonstrated a commitment to important issues around education, inclusion, the environment, and community vitality. Artrageous, a world-renowned American troupe, celebrated the foundation's significant contributions to communities with a student-led performance and live art installation from Artrageous Artreach camp kids over the weekend at the African American Performing Arts Center in Albuquerque.

"As we celebrate 40 years of giving, we are reminded of the importance and responsibility of supporting the community" said Laurie Roach, PNM Resources Foundation executive director. "Artreach gives audiences and children a positive experience that changes their lives for the better. The Foundation is so honored and impressed by the incredible work done to showcase our Foundation's values in such a beautifully expressive way."

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New Mexico Delegation Welcomes $10.9 Million of Investments For N.M. Airports

WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.), and Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) announced a total of $10,916,787 in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) grants to repair the infrastructure at six airports in New Mexico.

"Local airports help sustain and grow New Mexico's economy. They also connect rural communities in our state to health care services and important economic opportunities," said Heinrich. "These investments will help our communities from Crownpoint to Jal remain connected to safe and reliable air transportation."

"New Mexico's local airports are hubs of transportation and economic growth," said Luján. "That's why I'm proud to welcome over $10 million in federal investments to the local airports across our state. From Lea County to Albuquerque, these investments will modernize infrastructure, improve travel, and connect communities."

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