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.
‘Aggie-Rita’ to debut in growing line of NMSU licensed products
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- Published: 17 August 2023 17 August 2023
As Aggie fans prepare for the fall athletic season at New Mexico State University, another Aggie-branded beverage has joined the mix and will make its official debut in late August.
In collaboration with Little Toad Creek Brewery and Distillery and Mixed Up Cocktail Co., the new “Aggie-Rita” will hit the shelves and officially be introduced to the public during a launch event from 5 to 10 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 23, at Little Toad Creek’s downtown Las Cruces location, 119 N. Main St.
The canned spirit is best described as a raspberry margarita that tastes like a freshly made lime margarita with real raspberry fruit blended in.
"The raspberry and lime provide a tangy complement to the earthy distilled agave spirits (tequila) with a touch of orange peel, just lightly sweetened with agave nectar,” said Teresa Dahl-Bredine, co-owner of Little Toad Creek and Mixed Up Cocktail Co. “We use all-natural ingredients with no preservatives, and the cocktails are 6% alcohol by volume. We were excited to tweak the classic margarita we already make by adding the raspberry puree, which is the perfect crimson color for the Aggies.
NMDA seeks input on funding priorities for infrastructure grant
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- Published: 17 August 2023 17 August 2023
The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) encourages those in the agriculture industry to complete a survey to help identify infrastructure priorities that may be addressed with funding from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). New Mexico anticipates receiving $4.6 million in funding to assist the state’s agriculture industry with infrastructure needs through the USDA Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure grant program, including manufacturing. (Envato Elements photo)NMDA seeks input on funding priorities for $4.6 million USDA infrastructure grant
New Mexico agriculture industry encouraged to complete survey, attend Aug. 29 Zoom informational session
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LAS CRUCES, N.M. – If you work in the New Mexico agriculture sector, the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) – in collaboration with the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) and Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s Office (Governor’s Office) – encourages you to complete a survey to help identify infrastructure priorities that may be addressed with funding from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). In this case, infrastructure includes – but is not limited to – facilities, structures, equipment and storage needed to address the middle of the food supply chain for food crops.
Xfinity’s Storm-Ready WiFi Equipped with Cellular Back-Up
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- Published: 17 August 2023 17 August 2023
COMCAST IS THE FIRST INTERNET PROVIDER TO OFFER A BACK-UP CONNECTIVITY DEVICE DESIGNED TO KEEP CUSTOMERS CONNECTED DURING A STORM
Xfinity’s Storm-Ready WiFi Equipped with Cellular Back-Up Enabling Customers to Work and Stream Without Interruption
Device Doubles as a WiFi Extender; Delivers Strong WiFi Signal to Hard-to-Reach Corners of the Home
PHILADELPHIA, PA – August 15, 2023 – Today Comcast becomes the first Internet Provider to offer a product designed to maintain connectivity when a storm hits, trees are down, or a customer experiences a local outage, with the launch of Storm-Ready WiFi.
Game Commission to meet August 25, 2023
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- Published: 17 August 2023 17 August 2023
SANTA FE – The New Mexico State Game Commission will hold a meeting at 9 a.m., Friday, Aug. 25, 2023, in the City of Raton Commission Chambers, 224 Savage Ave.; Raton, New Mexico 87740. The full agenda, location details, attendee information and general information will be available on the Department of Game and Fish website.
If you are interested in participating and providing comments, but cannot attend the meeting in person, you are encouraged to pre-register to attend the meeting on the Zoom Webinar platform. In addition,there will be a live webcast on the Department’s website. Webcast participants can listen to the meeting using a desktop computer or mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.
If you are an individual with a disability who needs a reader, amplifier, qualified sign language interpreter or any other form of auxiliary aid or service to attend or participate in the meeting, please contact Darren Vaughan at 505-476-8027 or darren.vaughan@dgf.nm.gov . Public documents, including the agenda and minutes, can be provided in various accessible forms.
NMSU receives nearly $2.5 million in state funding for STEM graduate scholarships
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- Published: 16 August 2023 16 August 2023
The New Mexico Higher Education Department has allocated nearly $2.5 million to fund scholarships for graduate students from New Mexico studying science, technology, engineering or math at New Mexico State University.
The funding, which will be dispersed over three academic years, is part of a $10 million distribution from NMHED to graduate degree-granting state universities in New Mexico for graduate students in a STEM-related program. Eligible students will receive an award amount no greater than $7,200 per academic year.
To be eligible for the scholarships, students must have graduated from a New Mexico high school and enrolled full time in a master’s or doctoral degree program.
NM Arts Online Info Session for Military Mini-Grants is August 30
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- Published: 16 August 2023 16 August 2023
The New Mexico Arts organization will be holding an Online Information and Q&A session on Wednesday, August 30 at 10:30 am, to provide answers to questions about their Military Mini-Grants initiative.
BLM invests $1.2 million in financial assistance to reduce wildfire risk, increase awareness in New Mexico
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- Published: 16 August 2023 16 August 2023
NM BLM invests $1.2 million in financial assistance to reduce wildfire risk, increase awareness in New Mexico
SANTA FE, N.M. – The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico State Office today announced that it has awarded a new financial assistance agreement to New Mexico Counties for community wildfire risk reduction, planning, and outreach. The more than $1.2 million award is using funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to improve the wildfire resiliency of our nation’s lands and protect homes and businesses from increasingly extreme fire seasons being driven by climate change.
“This investment from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law enables us to continue partnering with New Mexico Counties, a partnership that began in 2005, to reduce wildfire risk in and near communities statewide,” said BLM New Mexico State Director Melanie Barnes. “The projects included in this award will continue this work, while stimulating local employment and business opportunities.”
Projects in the award include:
Empowering New Mexico: Bridging the Digital Divide Through Innovative Initiatives: Part 1
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- Published: 16 August 2023 16 August 2023
Santa Fe, NM - New Mexico is taking bold strides to bridge the digital divide, ensuring that every resident has equal access to the opportunities presented by the digital age. A series of groundbreaking initiatives have been launched across the state, playing a pivotal role in ensuring equitable access to technology and online resources.
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