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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.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Santa Fe, NM — Today, House and Senate Republican Leadership sent a joint letter to the Governor's Office requesting detailed information about anticipated policy proposals heading into the special legislative session. Contrary to the Governor's claim in her September 4th press release, she has had "discussions with legislative leaders," Republican lawmakers have been completely excluded from conversations leading up to the imminent special session.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Attributed to: Sandra Beery, Executive Director of New Mexico Connections Academy
National Online Learning Day (September 15)
Today, on National Online Learning Day, we celebrate the power of digital education making learning accessible, flexible, and engaging for people everywhere. As the executive director of New Mexico Connections Academy, a full-time, tuition-free online public school serving students in grades 4–12 across the state since 2013, I've seen firsthand how virtual learning gives families access to a personalized and supportive education.
I encourage families to explore the flexibility and strong circle of support that online school can provide. If you're thinking of transitioning to virtual learning, consider the following tips to help position your child for success in an online environment:
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Reported start date / time: September 14, 2025 / 1400
Cause: Undetermined, but lightning was detected in the area.
Size: 5 acres
Location: Mt. Taylor Ranger District – Zuni Mountains northwest of Quartz Hill.
Resources on Scene: Firefighters from USFS and NM State Forestry.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
2025 Spaceport America Open House Information
Attendees of all ages are welcome to visit the world's first purpose-built commercial spaceport to learn about the site, its tenants, and its operations.
Vendors (food and non-food), static aircraft displays, exhibitors, STEM-related activities, and guest presenters including NASA astronaut Wendy Lawrence, longtime NASA employee Michelle Lucas, New Mexico Lieutenant Governor Howie Morales, former Johnson Space Center flight director Ginger Kerrick, and Virgin Galactic pilot Jameel Janjua will be on hand for the open house.
To learn more about Spaceport America's 2025 open house and to register as an attendee, vendor, or exhibitor, visit the link above.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continuing 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:
I-25 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, Mile Marker 115 to 125, Socorro County CN1102180
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Supplemental analyses will resolve litigated leases in seven states
WASHINGTON – The Bureau of Land Management is moving forward with supplemental environmental assessments for litigated oil and gas leases in seven states. These analyses will satisfy court orders and settlement agreements stemming from legal challenges brought by WildEarth Guardians and other plaintiffs between 2016-2021 to oil and gas leases in Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Judicial Compensation Commission will meet virtually on Tuesday, Sept. 16, to consider recommendations to the 2026 Legislature for possible compensation changes for state court judges.
TIME: 1 p.m. (MDT).
DATE: Tuesday, Sept. 16.
PLACE: Live streamed on the New Mexico Courts YouTube channel and conducted virtually on the Google Meet platform.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Las Cruces office recognized for eliminating 150-foot cliff hazards at hiking spot
SANTA FE – The Las Cruces District Office of the U.S. Bureau of Land Management won a state reclamation award this week for transforming a dangerous rock quarry near Las Cruces into a safer destination for the hikers who frequently visited the site despite its 150-foot unstable cliffs.
The New Mexico Mining and Minerals Division also recognized Chevron Mining, Inc. with a second 2025 Excellence in Reclamation award for restoring natural vegetation to an area where coal had been mined for nearly 50 years.
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