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.

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has appointed Manny Barreras as Cabinet Secretary of the Department of Information Technology (DoIT).

With over 26 years of professional experience in sales and business development, including 22 years dedicated to technical sales, marketing management, and public relations, Barreras brings a wealth of expertise to the role.

"Manny Barreras is an exceptional leader with a proven track record in driving innovative solutions and delivering critical communication systems for public safety," said Gov. Lujan Grisham. "His extensive experience and deep understanding of the challenges facing state and local agencies make him the ideal person to lead the Department of Information Technology. I am confident that under his leadership, New Mexico will continue to advance our technology infrastructure to better serve our communities."

Albuquerque, NM – The New Mexico State Fair, renowned for its celebration of the state's rich agricultural heritage and culinary creativity, has announced the winners of this year's highly anticipated Unique Foods and Beef Jerky competitions. These competitions showcased the finest and most innovative food creations from across the state, highlighting New Mexico's distinct flavors and culinary prowess.

Unique Foods Competition
The Unique Foods Competition lived up to its name, drawing entries that pushed the boundaries of creativity and taste. The Unique Foods Contest ended in a tie for the first time in the competition's history. The Conductor's Corn Dog from Gravy Train and Rex's Belgian waffle green chile cheeseburger wowed the judges with their incredible flavors and creativity and ended the competition in a dead heat for the top prize.

SANTA FE– The New Mexico State Treasurer's Office (STO) will begin a series of community events to share information about beneficial State Treasurer's Office programs and engage in community discussions to collaborate with and offer support to local governments; school, water, and special districts; the disability community; banks; and community organizations.

The first visit of the series will begin September 9th, 2024, in Las Cruces and Alamogordo.

Help Rural Communities in New Mexico Access Clean & Reliable Electricity, Lower Utility Costs

Tri-State's selection was made possible through the Inflation Reduction Act

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.) are welcoming the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) selection of the Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association to receive federal funding to help rural electric cooperatives throughout New Mexico transition to clean, affordable, and reliable electricity.

SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham today appointed Rob Black as Cabinet Secretary of the Economic Development Department, ushering in a bold new era of leadership at the agency charged with spurring private investment and growing new jobs New Mexico.

Black, a seasoned public policy and community relations expert with extensive experience in the private and public sectors, will assume the role September 16.

Success Project will break ground on a Center for Reproductive Health in Las Cruces, New Mexico on Thursday.
Groundbreaking at site of future new Center for Reproductive Health in Las Cruces

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, representatives of The University of New Mexico Health System, and the Reproductive Health Care Success Project.

10 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 5  - 4419 E. Lohman Ave., Las Cruces, New Mexico

BACKGROUND:
When opened, the Center will provide the following services:

Medication and procedural abortion

Miscarriage management

Range of contraception options including IUDs implants, emergency contraception, and hormonal and barrier contraception options

Pregnancy loss support and management

Lactation support

Women's Preventative care, sexually transmitted infection and cancer screenings

Adoption education and resources

Limited Primary Care including: STI screenings, cervical cancer screenings, checkups for sexual health care

Doula Support

Southern New Mexico is an area of the state where expansion of this type of clinical health care is critically needed. Additionally, these services will be available to residents of Texas and other states who currently face legal restrictions or bans.

This event will be heavily secured by law enforcement. Do not announce this event to your audiences, doing so could potentially place event attendees in danger. This event is not open to the public. Invited guests will be required to show a government issued photo ID. Due to safety concerns, we respectfully request you do not share the exact location of the future clinic with your audiences.

All members of the media must RSVP and provide credentials to enter the event.

SOUTHWEST CATCHES OF THE WEEK

Escondida Lake: Cynthia Gallegos Erven of Los Lunas caught a 14-inch catfish using catfish dough bait on Aug. 25.