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.
N.M. Delegation Welcomes Over $9 Million
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 22 April 2024 22 April 2024
N.M. Delegation Welcomes Over $9 Million for New Mexico’s Schools, Roads, County Services, Wildfire Mitigation from Infrastructure Law
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 $9,309,362 to invest in New Mexico’s public schools, roads, wildfire mitigation, and county services. The funds will be allocated from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s Secure Rural Schools program, reauthorized through the Infrastructure Law, which New Mexico Democrats passed into law.
April is Alcohol Awareness Month - Created Office of Alcohol Misuse Prevention
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 22 April 2024 22 April 2024
SANTA FE — April is national Alcohol Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and understanding of alcohol abuse. Over time, excessive alcohol consumption can lead to the development of chronic diseases and other serious issues that affect your quality of life, both physically and mentally.
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham approved $2 million for the New Mexico Department of Health (NMHealth) to create the Office of Alcohol Misuse Prevention (OAMP) in her 2023 budget. This initiative aims to mitigate alcohol related harms through the coordination of prevention efforts across state agencies. It will promote FDA-approved treatments for alcohol use disorder, such as Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) in medical settings and evaluations of existing programs and interventions. Additionally, the OAMP will support communities and sovereignties (Tribes, Pueblos, and Nations) in their efforts to reduce excessive alcohol consumption by funding evidence-based prevention strategies.
Happy Passover from RPNM
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 22 April 2024 22 April 2024
This evening marks the beginning of Passover, a holiday commemorating the miraculous story of the Hebrews' exodus from slavery and bondage in Egypt. It is a celebration of liberation, miracles, and the resilience of the Jewish people.
Statewide safe surrender event
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 22 April 2024 22 April 2024
“Fresh Start in the First” statewide safe surrender event in Santa Fe, New Mexico
SANTA FE – People with outstanding bench warrants from any magistrate or district court in New Mexico can get a fresh start and safely surrender at the Santa Fe County District Courthouse, 225 Montezuma Avenue, on Friday, April 26th from 1-7 p.m. and Saturday, April 27th from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
“Nearly 1,400 warrants were cancelled during the three statewide safe surrender events we had last year,” said Administrative Office of the Courts Director Artie Pepin. “The opportunity to work on a solution is really what safe surrender events are all about.”
NM State Treasurer Montoya Calls on President Biden to Grant Work Permits to Long-term Immigrants
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 22 April 2024 22 April 2024
SANTA FE– New Mexico State Treasurer Laura M. Montoya joins federal, state, and local Latino elected officials in sending a letter to President Biden advocating for immigrant communities and recognizing their significant contributions to the U.S. by granting work permits to long-term immigrants.
"Immigrants are long-term contributors to our country that work hard, pay taxes, and add strength to our economy. As the first elected Latina State Treasurer, I will always advocate for our immigrant communities to have the opportunity to live the American Dream," said Treasurer Montoya.
The letter addresses the lack of work permit availability for long-term immigrant communities across the United States, and urges the Biden Administration to establish new work permit programs for the following groups:
Undocumented spouses and immediate family of U.S. citizens. “Dreamers” who, though ineligible for DACA due to age, significantly contribute to the U.S. economy. Long-term workers who have contributed and paid taxes for years but have been denied a path to legal status.
SBDC TCA at NM Tech 4th World Intellectual Property Day Celebratio
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 22 April 2024 22 April 2024
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FBI Honors Albuquerque Community Organization National Award
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 19 April 2024 19 April 2024
FBI Director Christopher Wray and Assistanace Dogs of the West founder, Jill FeliceOn Friday, April 19, 2024, FBI Director Christopher Wray presented Assistance Dogs of the West with the FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award (DCLA) for its service to the people of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Receiving the award on behalf of Assistance Dogs of the West was Jill Felice, the founder of the organization. This organization thoroughly trains courthouse and facility dogs for criminal justice settings to ease the stress felt by children and adult victims in the court system, and often aid prosecutors to achieve convictions.
Traffic Report for the week of April 21 to 28, 2024
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 19 April 2024 19 April 2024
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.
Interstates:
Date St. Business Loop Roundabout Project, T or C CN1101231/32