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{{/_source.additionalInfo}}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.
Record number of teachers benefit from loan repayment program
SANTA FE – Starting June 1, New Mexico teachers can apply for up to $6,000 a year in student loan assistance through the state's Teacher Loan Repayment Program.
The program received a record number of applications last year, helping more than 800 New Mexico teachers, and this year Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham backed a $5 million funding increase to support even more educators.
"The state's Teacher Loan Repayment Program works to alleviate the financial burden of student loan debt, allowing teachers to focus on what is most important – educating our children," said Higher Education Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez. "New Mexico is committed to helping educators by providing them with the support and respect they deserve as they teach the next generation of New Mexicans."
Summer is almost here, and that means there are lots of opportunities to get outside and enjoy all New Mexico has to offer!
Check out these upcoming events to get involved.
You can see all of the Department's upcoming events on our website.
Have you always wanted to drop a line in one of New Mexico's lakes, rivers or streams, but haven't had the chance? Are you and your kids looking for the opportunity to get outdoors and spend time together this summer? The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish's annual Free Fishing Weekend is the perfect time to get together with friends and family and experience all that New Mexico's waterways have to offer.
Quemado Lake: Andrew Medina’s grandson caught eight trout, including this nice one, using PowerBait on May 23.
Las Cruces, NM — Senator Crystal Diamond Brantley (R-Elephant Butte) was honored this week at the New Mexico FFA State Convention in Las Cruces with an Honorary State FFA Degree, recognizing her continued support and promotion of agricultural education and youth leadership in New Mexico. Lt. Governor Howie Morales also received the honorary distinction.
The annual convention gathered more than 700 FFA students from across the state for a week of leadership workshops, competitions, and recognition ceremonies hosted by the New Mexico FFA Association.
"It's an incredible honor to join my daughters and so many exceptional young leaders at this year's FFA Convention," said Senator Brantley. "The work FFA does to build confidence, leadership, and career readiness in our youth is second to none, and I'm proud to support their mission."
Brantley, who represents dozens of rural communities across Senate District 35, has consistently championed youth development, agriculture education, and career and technical training programs during her time in the Senate.
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:
I-25 Roadway Rehabilitation Project, Mile Marker 58 to 78, Caballo
Command of the Camp Fire Transitions back to BLM
This will be the final update for the Camp Fire unless there is a significant change.
Acres: 877
Cause: Under investigation
Containment: 76%
Total personnel: 69
Structures Damaged: 5
Start Date: May 25, 2025
Location: Fort Stanton - Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area
Acres: 877
Cause: Under investigation
Containment: 70%
Total personnel: 120
Structures Damaged: 4
Start Date: May 25, 2025
Location: Fort Stanton - Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area
DUE TO POSSIBLE FOREIGN MATTER CONTAMINATION
WASHINGTON, May 28, 2025 – Hormel Foods Corporation, a Tucker, Ga. establishment, is recalling approximately 256,185 pounds of canned beef stew product that may be contaminated with foreign material, specifically wood, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today.
The canned beef stew item was produced on February 4, 2025. The following product is subject to recall [view labels]:
20-oz. metal cans containing "Dinty Moore BEEF STEW" with "BEST BY FEB 2028" and lot code "T02045" printed on the can. The lot code may have an additional number at the end.
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