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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
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:
I-25 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, Mile Marker 58 to 78, Caballo
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) announced that five advanced energy companies were awarded $3.3 million through the state's Advanced Energy Award Pilot Program to support innovation and commercialization.
The competitive state-funded grant is awarded through EDD's Office of Strategy, Science & Technology (OSST).
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Gallup, NM – May 1 2025 – The New Mexico Association of Non-public Schools (NMANS) is proud to announce the launch of its brand-new website, www.nmans.org , dedicated to promoting and supporting the vital work of non-public schools across the state of New Mexico.
This online hub is designed to celebrate the contributions of non-public schools—both accredited and non-accredited—while fostering stronger connections among school leaders, parents, and communities. Through the site, NMANS aims to:
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SOUTHWEST CATCHES OF THE WEEK
Bill Evans Lake: Jake and Nick Johnson caught and released six trout, as well as this 20-inch catfish, using PowerBait Mice Tails on April 26. CG Phillips (not pictured) and her husband each caught their limit of rainbow trout over a three-hour span using Green PowerBait on April 23.
Elephant Butte Lake: Brian Powers (above left) caught three white bass using a chrome Kastmaster on April 26. Timothy Wilkins (above right), his son and a guide combined to catch 22 catfish using cut bait on April 15.
Gila River: Tim (not pictured) caught three trout in the Catwalk area using dry flies and nymphs on April 27.
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ALBUQUERQUE – The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish has scheduled a public meeting regarding proposed revisions to the Upland Game Rule. Members of the public are invited to attend this hybrid public meeting in order to provide comments.
May 21, 2025, Albuquerque, 6:00 p.m.
Attend in person at 7816 Alamo Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Spring is in full bloom at the New Mexico Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum, and we have an exciting new exhibit and news to share with you!
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New Exhibit: AgrAbility– Opened on Jan. 23, this exhibit explores how farmers and ranchers with disabilities innovated and adapted to continue their agriculture careers through the AgrAbility program resources. Find this exhibit in the Traditions/Legacy Gallery.
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Her Land: Women in Agriculture – Emma Jean Cervantes will be featured in this rotating exhibit at the Musuem this June. In early May, our curatorial team will be installing a comprehensive version of the exhibit in the Governor’s Gallery in Santa Fe. Come see this exhibit in southern and/or northern New Mexico!
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SANTA FE – The New Mexico Youth Conservation Corps Commission (YCCC) has awarded $5.5 million to fund 39 programs across 19 counties, generating an estimated $1.2 million in matching project funds.
These initiatives will employ 607 youth (ages 14-25) in conservation projects including post-fire restoration, trail improvements, ecological monitoring, and cultural resource preservation. Each project provides paid training that builds career skills and outdoor knowledge.
2025 awarded projects include:
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
LAS CRUCES- White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) will have a planned road closure on US 70 for Thursday, May 1, 2025.
US 70 will be blocked one time beginning at 6:30 a.m. and lasting approximately 1 hour. This block will be located at BLUE Block (2 miles east of the access road - Mile Marker 172) and YELLOW Block (White Sands National Park /mile marker 200). San Augustin Pass and LC Gate are NOT affected; however, Nike Avenue will be affected by this block.
All roadblocks are subject to change without notice, please call WSMR at 575-678-2221/2222 for updates or go to New Mexico Department of Transportation: www.nmroads.com or call 511.
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