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
CHAMBERINO/ANTHONY – The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) District One will be reclosing NM 28 for a culvert pipe replacement.
Starting Monday, September 30, 2024, at 9 a.m., NM 28 will be closed from milepost 11.0 (NM 226, Berino Rd.) to milepost 7.9 (NM 186, W Ohara Rd.) for a culvert pipe replacement, which will take place at milepost 10.1, just north of Chamberino, NM.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Sandia Ranger District
Order Number 03-03-05-24-13
Albuquerque, NM, September 27, 2024 – The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands (NF&NGs) has issued an area closure order (Order 03-03-05-24-13) for the Cedro 4 Project Area north of Forest Road 462 on the Sandia Ranger District of the Cibola NF&NGs, described below and shown on the attached map.
This Order shall be in effect from October 7, 2024, at 0600 through May 3, 2025 at 0600, unless rescinded.
The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety during mechanized thinning work in the Cedro 4 project area north of Forest Road 462 as shown on attached map.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Santa Fe, NM - As part of an effort to raise awareness around pedestrian safety, the New Mexico Department of Transportation announces that our NMDOT Park and Ride service will be free for the month of October. Riders can just show up to a bus stop and hop on for free!
National Pedestrian Safety Month is celebrated in October to raise awareness of pedestrian safety and to advocate for safer streets. New Mexico is currently ranked #1 nationally for pedestrian fatalities.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Last month, the number of active listings increased 7.74% compared to this time last year. New Mexico Association of REALTORS® President Coleen Dearing shared, "While home sales in New Mexico saw a slight decrease in August 2024 compared to the previous month and last year, the year-over-year increase in median prices highlights continued strength in the market. The rise in active listings is also a positive sign, offering more opportunities for potential buyers. We're navigating a shifting market, but the fundamentals of New Mexico's real estate remain solid." See PDF of all stats below
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Statewide- The New Mexico State Police is set to conduct warrant round-up operations statewide. This operation is a proactive measure in attempts to apprehend individuals with outstanding warrants.
The New Mexico State Police is encouraging those individuals with outstanding warrants to address these matters voluntarily. By taking the opportunity to resolve the warrants, individuals can get ahead of an unexpected visit from New Mexico State Police Officers.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Join Bridget Harrington and Michael Moore, historic photojournalists, for an ONLINE lecture, as they share unique images of New Mexico, and discuss their related stories, as part of the Friends of History monthly lecture series.
Friends of History First Wednesday Lecture Series featuring historic photojournalists Bridget Harrington and Michael Moore. What started as a project to explore New Mexico has grown into a quest to create compelling images of little-known places in the state and share the stories behind them. After starting with an old-school road map, Moore has now spent almost 3,000 hours researching and creating a Google Earth map, with layers of settlements, mines, old rail lines, and wagon paths, that he and Bridget use for navigation. Harrington uses out-of-print books and maps, cemetery records, and newspapers to create narratives that make history real and relatable.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
LAS CRUCES/MESILLA- The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) District One, in collaboration with Cutler Repaving Inc., will begin a nighttime milling and paving operation along NM 28, known as "Avenida de Mesilla," spanning from Watson Lane to Stern Drive. This operation may cause intermitted delays.
Beginning on Sunday, September 29, 2024, drivers should anticipate closures of shoulders and side streets to facilitate the removal and replacement of pavement. The contractor will operate from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., Sunday through Friday. Completion of this project is scheduled for Friday, October 25, 2024, subject to weather conditions. Detour signs will guide motorists around side street closures, which will occur primarily during working hours and will be lifted during the day.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands
Waives Day-Use Fees for National Public Lands Day
on September 28, 2024
ALBUQUERQUE, NM – September 26, 2024 – The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands (NF & NGs) will waive fees at many day-use recreation sites for National Public Lands Day (NPLD) on Saturday, Sept. 28.
As the nation's largest, single-day volunteer effort for public lands, NPLD is a great opportunity for more Americans to get outdoors and connect with their public lands. https://www.neefusa.org/npld
The theme for NPLD 2024 is "Together for Tomorrow." From trail maintenance to tree planting, beach clean-ups to forest bathing, and more, volunteers of all ages and abilities will roll up their sleeves and join forces for a common goal—stewarding America's natural resources for future generations to enjoy.
www.neefusa.org/event/national-public-lands-day-2024
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