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.
NMSU Art Museum’s newest exhibit to feature decades of a border artist’s powerful work
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 09 October 2023 09 October 2023
Art lovers in the region have an opportunity to experience 40 years of boundary-breaking artwork by conceptual multimedia artist Celia Álvarez Muñoz. More than 35 of her works will be on display at the University Art Museum at New Mexico State University.
“Celia Álvarez Muñoz: Breaking the Binding” will open with a reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20 with the artist at the UAM in Devasthali Hall, 1308 E. University Ave. The reception and exhibit are free and open to the public. The show, which includes large-scale immersive installations, photographic series and book projects, will run through March 2.
RPNM Statement for Columbus Day
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 09 October 2023 09 October 2023
Today, we commemorate Columbus Day. In 1492, Italian explorer Christopher Columbus set forth on a historic voyage that led to the discovery of a passage into the Americas. With three ships, the Niña, Pinta, and Santa María, Columbus' journey across the Atlantic sparked the "Age of Discovery," which paved the way for Western civilization to flourish and for America to become the greatest nation in the world.
Many Italian Americans celebrate Columbus Day to honor their heritage and contributions. In 1892, the first national Columbus Day was proclaimed by President Benjamin Harrison after a terrible mob attack that led to the lynching of 11 Italian immigrants the year before. Columbus Day took on a much deeper significance to Italian Americans and Catholics and became a day they could celebrate their heritage with the rest of the nation.
NM SBDC Cybersecurity Awareness and Resources Webinar Oct. 26, 2023
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 09 October 2023 09 October 2023
If you are interested in a Cybersecurity Awareness and Resources Webinar presented by the New Mexico Small Business Development Center, please visit the following link to register:
Governor renews executive orders around gun violence
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 07 October 2023 07 October 2023
Governor renews executive orders around gun violence and substance misuse, DOH updates public health order
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham renewed executive orders on gun violence and substance misuse as the New Mexico Department of Health issued a revised public health order.
The new public health order includes an additional provision:
The New Mexico Department of Public Safety shall organize safe surrender events (also known as “gun buy-backs”) in the cities of Albuquerque, Española, and Las Cruces within thirty days.
“The fact of the matter is that New Mexicans are still being threatened, injured and killed by firearms. Just yesterday, two guns were found in the possession of students at an Albuquerque high school, and while thankfully no one was hurt, these incidents have profound psychological effects on our children,” said Gov. Lujan Grisham. “The last four weeks have clearly demonstrated the impact we can have on violent crime when we work in better coordination, but the situation remains dire. We’re not letting up, and I’m continuing to make investments that drive down violence in our communities and protect our children.”
"Gun violence is a leading cause of death among young people in New Mexico. That should horrify all of us,” said DOH Secretary Patrick Allen. “It’s vital that we all work to nurture a culture of responsible firearm ownership and safety. By supplying free trigger locks and orchestrating safe surrender events, we join forces with our communities, courageously tackling the menace of gun violence to ensure the safety and well-being of every New Mexican."
The governor and Secretary Allen remind New Mexicans that free trigger locks are available at www.safestoragenm.org .
The updated public health order is linked here.
Entrepreneurial-Minded Veterans, Service Members, and Spouses in the Southwest
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 07 October 2023 07 October 2023
Entrepreneurial-Minded Veterans, Service Members, and Spouses in the Southwest
Are Invited to Attend the 2023 New Mexico Veterans Business Summit
October 31 - November 1
8 a.m – 4p.m. both days
Las Cruces/New Mexico State University
Corbett Center Student Union
Las Cruces—Registration is open for the 2023 New Mexico Veterans Business Summit on October 31 & November 1 in Las Cruces at the New Mexico State University Corbett Center Student Union.
NMSU's first new faculty cluster to focus on STEM+ education research
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 06 October 2023 06 October 2023
New Mexico State University recently launched its STEM+ Education Research Institute to tackle issues facing STEM+ education with a team of researchers focused on K-12 and higher education.
The plus in the name indicates the integration of the humanities, arts and community needs along with global challenges in translating STEM research into practice.
NMSU’s first faculty cluster includes five newly hired professors who will work together, designing their own proposals and/or collaborating on research designed to improve the effectiveness of STEM+ education.
RPNM Statement on Judge's Ruling in Redistricting Case
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 06 October 2023 06 October 2023
Albuquerque, October 6—Today, Judge Fred T. Van Soelen issued his verdict on RPNM's redistricting case.
He wrote, "the Defendants' intentions were to entrench their party in CD 2, and they succeeded in substantially diluting their opponents' votes…,"
Then based solely on the past election with incumbent Yvette Herrell, who has very high name recognition and identification, Judge Van Soelen shockingly ruled that the vote dilution did not rise to the level of an egregious gerrymander.
The Republican Party of New Mexico Chairman and former Congressman Steve Pearce issued the following statement:
Traffic Report for week of October 8 to 15, 2023.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 06 October 2023 06 October 2023
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.
White Sands Missile Range (WSMR) posted an alert for Saturday, October 14, 2023, due to the solar eclipse that is taking place. White Sands Missile Range is supporting three (3) research rockets to capture scientific data. US 70 is planned to be closed from 9:35 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. This block will be located at BLUE Block (2 miles east of the WSMR access road - Mile Marker 172) and Yellow Block (located near White Sands National Park, mile marker 200).