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PNM highlights local nonprofit partner for NYSE Global Giving Campaign

Special ornament hung during NYSE’s annual tree lighting ceremony

Nonprofits are the key to a thriving New Mexico.

(Albuquerque, NM) – On November 30, a special ornament was hung during the NYSE’s 100th annual tree lighting ceremony. The ornament highlights PNM’s support of the New Mexico-based nonprofit Homewise.

As the only company based in New Mexico currently listed on the NYSE, PNM Resources is highlighting the local nonprofit Homewise with a special ornament. It is our hope that companies and individuals from throughout the U.S. will join PNM in supporting Homewise.

ENMU Celebrates Graduating Class of 451

Eastern New Mexico University Celebrates Graduating Class of 451 for Fall 2023 Commencement.

Portales, NM – Dec 8, 2023 – Eastern New Mexico University welcomes graduates and their families to Greyhound Arena on the Eastern New Mexico University campus on Saturday, December 16 at 10 a.m. to celebrate their academic achievements as part of the one hundred forty-fifth commencement ceremony. 

“Commencement is the celebration we work towards. It is our time to recognize and honor the achievement of our students as they walk across the stage and become proud Greyhound alumni,” said James Johnston, ENMU Chancellor. “Earning a university degree is a life-changing milestone in a person’s life, and I look forward to congratulating each graduate on Saturday.”

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Overnight roadway closures on University Ave & S. Main St.

Traffic Alert
Overnight roadway closures on University Ave & S. Main St.

LAS CRUCES - The New Mexico Department of Transportation District One office will have overnight roadway closures in place for bridge sensor installation on NM 101 “University Ave.”, and NM 478 “S. Main St.”

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Eagle Nest Lake and Fenton Lake are closed effective immediately

Eagle Nest Lake and Fenton Lake are closed effective immediately due to unsafe, icy conditions on the water
Camping and day-use activities inside the state parks are still available to the public

Santa Fe, NM – The State Parks Division of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department announces that Eagle Nest Lake and Fenton Lake are closed to boating and ice-fishing effective immediately due to unsafe water conditions.

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RPNM Statement on National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Today, we honor the memory of the 2,403 service members and civilians who lost their lives during the unprovoked attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The "date which will live in infamy," as coined by President Franklin Roosevelt in his famous address to the nation, led America to enter WWII.

The President also promised, "No matter how long it may take us to overcome this premeditated invasion, the American people, in their righteous might, will win through to absolute victory."

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Happy Hanukkah from RPNM!

Tonight, Jewish families will gather to light the chanukiah candles and celebrate the miracle of Hanukkah. This year, the joyous 8-night celebration of Jewish survival against great odds will take on added meaning as antisemitism intensifies around the world amid the war in Israel. 

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NMSU-developed Math Snacks games now available on gaming platform

The popular Math Snacks suite of games, developed at New Mexico State University’s Learning Games Lab by NMSU faculty, is now available on Game Learning, a premier destination for online learning games.


 
With help from NMSU’s Arrowhead Center, the lab entered into a commercial licensing agreement with Game Learning to provide Math Snacks on its platform, which means Math Snacks is available to a broader audience.

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$10 Million in Capital Outlay Funding Awarded

$10 Million in Capital Outlay Funding Awarded to Public Infrastructure Projects in New Mexico MainStreet Districts

Strategic Investments Support Revitalization Efforts in 11 Communities to Improve Safety, Create Vibrant Destinations, and Support Local Economies

Santa Fe, N.M. – Today, the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) and New Mexico MainStreet (NMMS) awarded $10 million in Capital Outlay funding to 11 community revitalization projects in affiliated NMMS Districts. The NMMS Capital Outlay program funds public infrastructure upgrades in targeted public investment areas to positively impact local economies. Projects directly support economic growth, property renovation, public safety, business development, and job creation.

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