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.
Traffic Report for the week of July 28 to August 4, 2024
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 26 July 2024 26 July 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.
Bush Valley Craft Club Annual Christmas Bazaar August 30, 2024
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 25 July 2024 25 July 2024
The Bush Valley Craft Club, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit club, will hold it Annual Christmas Bazaar for 2024 on Friday, August 30 from 9:00. a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, August 31 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the Alpine Community Center, 12 County Road 2061, next to the library, Alpine, AZ 85920.
Based in Alpine, AZ, residents and summer visitors meet each Monday during the summer to make handmade items for the Labor Day sale. Club members are busy year round creating all types of beautiful and interesting items for this annual event.
In addition to the craft sale, there will also be a much anticipated bake sale with a variety of homemade treats.
Senator Pat Woods to Attend Meeting Regarding "Muleshoe Land Grab"
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 25 July 2024 25 July 2024
PORTALES—Today, Senator Pat Woods (R-Broadview) will meet with Texas Commissioner of Agriculture Sid Miller who is hosting a meeting regarding the "Muleshoe Land Grab." This recent land acquisition plan is part of President Joe Biden's 30X30 plan enacted in 2021. Under the plan, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is setting in motion a Land Protection Plan (LPP) that would mark up to 700,000 acres in west Texas and eastern New Mexico for permanent conservation. The affected New Mexico counties are Lea, Chaves, Roosevelt, DeBaca, and Curry.
Senator Martin Heinrich Agrees to Two Debates This Fall
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 24 July 2024 24 July 2024
Heinrich's opponent has been criticized for refusing to answer tough questions from press
ALBUQUERQUE, NM — Senator Martin Heinrich has accepted two separate invitations to participate in debates against his multimillionaire former hedge fund executive opponent, Nella Domenici. Heinrich has agreed to two proposed debates—one sponsored by the Congregation Albert Brotherhood and the other jointly sponsored between KOAT, the Albuquerque Journal and NewsRadio KKOB—both scheduled to take place in October.
NM Superintendent Of Insurance Issues A Statement Following Santa Fe District Court's Decision
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 24 July 2024 24 July 2024
Santa Fe, NM – Today, the Santa Fe District Court ruled that it would not require State Farm and Casualty Company ("State Farm") to comply with the provision of the New Mexico Superintendent of Insurance's Amended Emergency Order that sought to require insurance companies to pay $5,000 in living expenses to policyholders forced to evacuate as a result of the South Fork and Salt Fires if the consumer's insurance policy covered Additional Living Expenses ("ALE").
The New Mexico Superintendent of Insurance, Alice T. Kane, issued the following statement:
Sierra County Calls for Article V Convention
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 24 July 2024 24 July 2024
The trend continued today in New Mexico as the Sierra County Commission adopted a resolution calling upon the New Mexico Legislature to petition for a convention of the states under Article V of the US Constitution. Sierra County became the sixth to adopt such a resolution, joining Hidalgo, Colfax, Otero, Catron, and Roosevelt.
A number of counties are considering similar actions to urge the New Mexico Legislature to call for a national convention to address (1) fiscal restraint, (2) federal overreach, and (3) term limits, all of which congress refuses to address.
School Zone Safety Reminders for Drivers and Pedestrians slowdown in school zones!
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 23 July 2024 23 July 2024
DEMING – School days are kicking off and the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) wants to remind everyone to slow down in school zones! Drivers and pedestrians need to slow down, be alert, and think about traffic laws when in or near a school zone.
Shana Baker Joins Thornburg Foundation to Support Pursuit of Federal Funds
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 23 July 2024 23 July 2024
SANTA FE – The Thornburg Foundation has announced Shana Baker will lead the Foundation's newly created strategic initiative for Pursuing Federal Funds. This latest initiative focuses on strengthening New Mexico's nonprofit sector's capacity to secure competitive federal grants.
The Foundation's latest strategic initiative will empower New Mexico communities to take advantage of the once-in-a-generation recovery funding available to states through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Inflation Reduction Act and the American Rescue Plan. Following the federal government's move toward making federal grants more accessible to underserved communities, Thornburg's initiative will support entities that have limited capacity or access to federal funding.