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WASHINGTON — At 6 p.m. MT on Thursday, September 4, the offices of U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representatives Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.), Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), and Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) will bring together representatives from the U.S. Military Service Academies for a virtual Q&A session.

The Daughters of the American Revolution and the Queen Sofía Spanish Institute Host a Symposium to Spotlight Spain's Contributions to the American Revolution August 25, 2025

Spain and the Birth of American Democracy: A History Symposium, with free lectures, panel discussions, displays, and activities, will profile Spanish contributions to America's freedom. This free symposium September 19-20, 2025 in Washington DC in Constitution Hall at the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) headquarters will be the second symposium of QSSI's America&Spain250 initiative and a cornerstone event in DAR's America250 programming marking the 250th anniversary of America's founding. The two-day event is hosted by DAR in conjunction with the Queen Sofía Spanish Institute (QSSI) and the Fundación Ramón Areces (FRA).

SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Health reports a case of plague in a 43-year-old man from Valencia County. 

The man was hospitalized and has since been discharged. This marks the first human case of plague in New Mexico this year. 

 He recently spent time camping in Rio Arriba County, where he may have been exposed. Plague is known to circulate among wildlife throughout the western United States. 

"This case reminds us of the severe threat that can be posed by this ancient disease," said Erin Phipps, state public health veterinarian for NMDOH. "It also emphasizes the need for heightened community awareness and for taking measures to prevent further spread." 

(Albuquerque, NM) – Today PNM filed an application with the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC) seeking approval for TXNM Energy, PNM's parent company, to be acquired by Blackstone Infrastructure. 

If approved, the acquisition would deliver benefits of $175 million to customers and communities in New Mexico, including the largest acquisition rate credit in state history of $105 million – two times larger than the credit in any other New Mexico utility acquisition. These detailed commitments build on Blackstone Infrastructure's long-term, patient capital and a commitment to strong investment grade credit metrics.

Today's filing follows months of on-the-ground engagement from PNM and Blackstone Infrastructure with local stakeholders, public officials, and community groups to listen and develop a plan that responds to the needs of customers and all New Mexicans.

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department today announced the selection of Roadrunner Venture Studios as the state's partner to deploy $25 million to establish and operate a quantum venture studio, strengthening New Mexico's position as a hub for quantum technologies and industry growth.

Chosen after a rigorous evaluation process launched earlier this year, Roadrunner's proposal stood out for its strong industry partnerships, capital commitments, and integration with the state's growing quantum assets. The initiative will immediately bring three quantum companies to New Mexico, creating high-paying jobs and accelerating the growth of this rapidly expanding industry.

Thousands of jobs supported as visitors flock to New Mexico's parks

SANTA FE — New Mexico State Parks contributed $266 million to the state's economy in 2024, a new study shows, supporting thousands of jobs and enriching the quality of life for residents and out-of-state visitors.

"The numbers show that every visit to a state park contributes directly to New Mexico's economy," said EMNRD Sec. Melanie Kenderdine.

Luna County, N.M. – On Friday, August 22, 2025, New Mexico State Police officers located a kidnapped teenager and arrested her suspected abductor.

At about 7:46 p.m., license plate readers (LPRs) alerted officers to a Volkswagen sedan traveling westbound on Interstate 10. The LPR hit indicated the vehicle was connected to the disappearance of a 15-year-old girl from Texas.

Officers located the Volkswagen near milepost 88 on I-10. When they activated their emergency lights and sirens, the driver crossed the center median and eastbound lanes before crashing into a water-filled ditch.

After officers approached the vehicle, they found the suspect, identified as 20-year-old Kyle Steven Eckmann, and a girl standing outside. Eckmann threatened approaching officers, claiming he was armed and would shoot them while motioning toward his waistband. Officers determined he was, in fact, unarmed and arrested him soon after without incident. As Eckmann was being escorted to a patrol car, he ordered the girl with him not to speak to the police.

The Community of Faithful at the Santuario de Nuestro Señor de Esquipulas in Chimayo welcomes individuals, families and delegations from all faiths and walks of life to join in our first annual Pilgrimage of Hope on Sunday September 14, 2025. The pilgrimage, less than half a mile long, will include a procession led by our Hermanos Penitentes de Jesus Nazareno from the Potrero Campo Santo (Community Cemetery at 94 A Los Potreros Road Chimayo) to the Santuario Garden of the Madonna.

This year is a Jubilee year in the Catholic church, also known as a Holy year and a time to focus on forgiveness, reconciliation, and renewal. Our late Pope Francis designated the 2025 Holy Year as a time to renew ourselves as "Pilgrims of Hope." On September 14th the church also celebrates the Triumph of the Cross, which has become a day to ritually burn our prayers in offering as a community. The thousands of prayers left at the Santuario by visitors and pilgrims have long been burned on this day, but we wish to transform this into a larger regional gathering with an additional annual pilgrimage.