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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
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A former federal wildlife disease expert is now leading New Mexico's Veterinary Diagnostic Services (VDS) Division, bringing specialized experience in animal disease protection and surveillance to the state's agriculture agency.
Dr. Aaron Phillips, who served as a diagnostician with USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, began his role Feb. 16 at the New Mexico Department of Agriculture's (NMDA) Albuquerque facility. At USDA's National Wildlife Research Center in Fort Collins, Colorado, Dr. Phillips led wildlife disease diagnostics, research and surveillance.
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SANTA FE – The New Mexico Interstate Stream Commission (NMISC) has launched a free, web-based planning tool to help water systems across the state find funding, fix vulnerabilities and plan for a more reliable water future.
Across New Mexico, many communities—especially small and rural ones—depend on local public water systems that often have limited capacity to sift through complex technical information, funding pathways, and resilience strategies. WaterTAP is built to reduce that burden by organizing trusted information into a clear workflow that supports decision-making and next steps. New Mexicans are invited to customize their experience at WaterTAP.MainStreamNM.org.
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WASHINGTON, March 1, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is issuing a public health alert for beef jerky products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. The products may contain soy lecithin, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label. A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase.
The ready-to-eat beef jerky items bear best by dates of February 17, 2027 or prior. The following products subject to the public health alert are [view labels]:
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In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continuing 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 124-125, Socorro County CN1102180
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
SANTA FE — For the upcoming 2026–2027 license year, the Department is reducing the number of Persian ibex licenses based on the most recent population data. These adjustments are necessary to support long‑term population stability and maintain future hunting opportunities.
The Department will discontinue female/immature (F/IM) ibex licenses, reduce the number of either‑sex (ES) licenses, and eliminate the over‑the‑counter ibex hunt. For updated information please refer to the IBEX Hunt Table.
For customers that have questions please contact the Department's Information Center at 888-248-6866 or
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SANTA FE – The state has ordered a mandatory recall of a medical cannabis lollipop after regulators found it exceeded the legal THC limit.
The Cannabis Control Division determined that the edible cannabis product, manufactured by GH LLC and sold under the name "GH Kush Pops" contained 200 mg of total THC per package, with two individual 100 mg lollipops. Under New Mexico law, medical cannabis products may contain no more than 50 mg of THC per serving. No health-related complaints have been reported to the division in connection with this recall.
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. — The New Mexico Department of Agriculture's (NMDA) Standards & Consumer Services (SCS) Division and State Metrology Lab recognize Weights and Measures Week, observed annually from March 1-7. The week commemorates President John Adams' signing of the nation's first weights and measures law on March 2, 1799.
NMDA's SCS Division ensures the accuracy of commercial weighing and measuring devices that are installed, serviced, repaired or reconditioned and placed into service across the state. These efforts help ensure businesses meet the standards outlined in the New Mexico Administrative Code and that consumers receive fair and accurate transactions.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
SANTA FE —Early-stage quantum technology companies have until April 30 to apply for state grants worth up to $200,000 through a competitive program designed to grow New Mexico's quantum sector and expand high-tech job creation statewide.
The New Mexico Economic Development Department is now accepting applications for the New Mexico Quantum Technologies Award, a state-funded grant program supporting early-stage companies working in quantum and quantum-enabling technologies.
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