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.
Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 23 April 2024 23 April 2024
New Mexico launches Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan
Residents invited to help shape a more resilient future
SANTA FE, NM – Today, the state announced the release of New Mexico’s inaugural Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan (CARP). This pivotal document is now accessible for public viewing on the state’s Climate Change website.
The CARP was spearheaded by a dedicated project management team led by staff from the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) and other state agencies. State officials emphasize that this marks the inaugural edition of this significant document. Beginning in May, EMNRD will host a series of Community Conversations in which residents across the state will be able to provide suggestions for making the plan more responsive to their local needs.
FBI Offers Reward for The Bearded Bandit Responsible for Belen Robbery
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 23 April 2024 23 April 2024
The FBI and Belen Police Department are seeking the public’s assistance to identify the Bearded Bandit, who robbed the Wells Fargo Bank, located at 101 S. Main St. Belen NM, at approximately 4:29p.m. on Friday, April 5, 2024.
Suspect’s description:
Sex: Male
Race: White
Senate Republicans Propose Special Session Legislation to Secure Border, Target Fentanyl Dealers
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 23 April 2024 23 April 2024
SANTA FE—Today, Senate Republican Leader, Senator Greg Baca (R-Belen), and Senator Crystal Brantley (R-Elephant Butte) released a package of bills aimed at securing the border and increasing penalties for those who distribute fentanyl. The announcement comes on the heels of a recent letter from Senate Republicans to Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham urging her to address the escalating crisis at New Mexico’s southern border during the upcoming Special Session.
I-25 northbound closure all traffic to exit at milepost 75 T or C
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 23 April 2024 23 April 2024
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Senator Crystal Brantley Applauds District Attorney’s Effort to Prosecute Border Crimes
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- Published: 23 April 2024 23 April 2024
Third Judicial District Attorney Gerald Byers, federal authorities reach agreement to apply state charges for criminal activity at the border
LAS CRUCES—This week, it was reported that Third Judicial District Attorney Gerald Byers has reached an agreement with federal authorities to seek state charges for criminal activities encountered by border agents at New Mexico’s southern border. According to a press release from the District Attorney’s Office, the agreement between DA Byers and the El Paso Sector of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) “seeks to increase the safety and security of Doña Ana County” and “support local border communities to effectively target and address violent crime.”
Volunteer Appreciation Month Over 1.300 senior volunteers throughout NM
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- Published: 22 April 2024 22 April 2024
State celebrates the impact of older adult volunteers during Volunteer Appreciation Month Over 1.300 senior volunteers serve throughout New Mexico
SANTA FE – During the month of April, the New Mexico Aging and Long-Term Services Department (ALTSD) proudly celebrates the contributions of senior volunteers across the state.
Based on the national value of each volunteer hour in New Mexico, the financial impact of senior volunteers across the state is estimated at over $13 million. Over this last year, the 1,369 senior volunteers serving with initiatives that include Foster Grandparents, Senior Companion and the Retired Senior Volunteer Programs provided over 498,000 hours of service.
BLM seeks comment on oil and gas lease sale in New Mexico
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 22 April 2024 22 April 2024
BLM seeks comment on supplemental analysis of January 2021 oil and gas lease sale in New Mexico
SANTA FE, N.M. - The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico State Office is seeking public comment on the supplemental analysis for oil and gas lease parcels initially included in the January 2021 Carlsbad Field Office Oil and Gas Lease Sale.
On Jan. 29, 2021, the BLM issued a decision regarding the lease sale. BLM is now supplementing the analysis supporting that decision and will reassess the decision based on this new analysis.
N.M. Delegation Welcomes Over $9 Million
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- 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.