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New article:Democratic lawmaker defends campaign spending
By Justin Horwath | Apr 30, 2024 07:51 pm
Democrat State Rep. Ambrose Castellano in interviews justified expensing a trip to Hawaii, new vehicle tires and restaurant tabs of more than $1,000 to his campaign as not only allowable but necessary to perform his legislative and political duties.  Castellano's defense comes in response to the campaign of his primary opponent, Anita Gonzales, promoting a […]
Today, on the National Day of Prayer, let us take a moment to pause from our hectic lives and seek God in prayer for the safety, well-being, and prosperity of our state and nation.
As our country faces an ever-increasing number of crises, let us turn to our faith as an anchor to hold us steady as the winds of fear, worry, and anxiety pass over us. Now more than ever, Americans need the hope, peace, and comfort that comes from a life of faith.
HOBBS – The New Mexico State Game Commission will hold a meeting at 9 a.m., Thursday, May 16, 2024, at the Lea County Event Center, 5101 N. Lovington Hwy., Hobbs, New Mexico 88240. The full agenda, location details, attendee information and general information will be available on the Department of Game and Fish website.Â
If you are interested in participating or providing comments, but cannot attend the meeting in person, you are encouraged to pre-register to attend the meeting on the Zoom Webinar platform. For those who wish only to view the meeting, there will also be a live webcast on the Department's website.
Extremely dry conditions and multiple fire starts prompt action to prevent more fires
SANTA FE, NM – The New Mexico State Parks Division is announcing the implementation of Stage II fire restrictions for Pecos Canyon State Park in San Miguel County beginning Friday May 3, 2024 at 8:00 a.m.
"Due to dry conditions and two recent fire starts within outdoor recreation areas within Pecos Canyon, we feel it is prudent to restrict open campfires at this time," State Parks Division Director Toby Velasquez. "Fire restrictions are a proactive way to reduce the risk of human-caused wildfire, protect natural and cultural resources, and enhance public and firefighter safety."
May 1, 2024Â Â Vol 23Â Issue 4
Southwest Climate Outlook - April 2024
Welcome to this month's edition of the Southwest Climate Outlook!
In this Issue:
The New Mexico Interstate Stream Commission's (NMISC) planning team is hosting a statewide series of open houses to listen and learn from communities across New Mexico. These open houses will establish a roadmap for the future of water planning in our state.
AS BORDER CRISIS CONTINUES, NM HOUSE REPUBLICANS PUSH FOR ENHANCED MEASURES TO ADDRESS PUBLIC SAFETY
SANTA FE, NM - Today, following a visit to the U.S. - Mexico border on Tuesday, New Mexico House Republicans sent a letter to Governor Lujan Grisham formally asking her to include in her agenda for the July special session specific measures that will address the criminal activity occurring along the border that is resulting in our state's unacceptable violent crime problem and the growing problem of fentanyl abuse among our young people.Â
Tickets discounted to $5 for five hours on Cinco de Mayo
The New Mexico State Fair is kicking off Cinco de Mayo in style: with a five-hour flash sale for families to buy discounted fair admission tickets for $5.
The tickets will be on sale from noon to 5 p.m. during Cinco de Mayo celebrations across the state. The sale will be announced on the New Mexico State Fair social media channels. The sale will end at 5 p.m. Tickets are limited to five per email address. Tickets can be purchased by visiting: https://statefair.exponm.com /.
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