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BLM seeks public input on new plan for recreation management. 


Blueprint will chart a course for future outdoor activities on America’s public lands

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Bureau of Land Management is welcoming public input on a plan to inform recreation management on America’s public lands. The new Blueprint for 21st Century Outdoor Recreation will guide Bureau decisions to proactively meet modern demands for exceptional and unique outdoor experiences, complementing the significant public land investments in President Biden’s Investing in America agenda.

“BLM hosted more than 81 million visitors on our public lands last fiscal year – a 40 percent increase since 2012. We are thrilled at this trend, but also recognize that more guests means a need for varied and diverse response strategies,” said BLM Director Tracy Stone-Manning. “The Blueprint aims to help BLM meet the growing demand for exceptional recreation experiences on our public lands.”

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NM Tourism Department Clean and Beautiful Grant Program

New Mexico Tourism Department takes Clean and Beautiful Grant Program to new heights
 Heavy investments in litter reduction community beautification initiatives tabbed for FY24


SANTA FE, NM – The New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) is setting a new standard for how it supports beautification and litter reduction efforts of New Mexico communities for fiscal year 2024.

NMTD is setting a new record for program participants and allocated funds for its Clean and Beautiful Grant Program in FY24 with a total of 59 entities set to receive $906,958 in grant funding. Prior to FY24, the record for awarded grant funds through this program came in FY23 when NMTD awarded $790,801 to 45 entities. Rural communities are set to receive roughly 75% of all grant funding for FY24.

The Clean and Beautiful Grant Program funds projects and initiatives that contribute to the following goals and objectives: end littering, reduce waste, beautify communities, empower youth and increase program capacity.

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This weekend marks the unofficial end to summer

Santa Fe, NM – This weekend marks the unofficial end to summer, and it’s expected to draw thousands of New Mexicans out to their state parks and waterways. The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department State Parks Division would like to remind visitors that life jackets save lives – wear them! Chalecos Salvavidas Salvan Vidas, Usalos!

Eleven people have died while boating in New Mexico since August of last year. Out of those, 75% died from drowning and most were not wearing a life jacket. Most of these deaths occurred on boats where the operator had not taken a boating safety course.

It’s equally important to wear a life jacket while swimming. Even strong swimmers have underestimated the water and overestimated their abilities. By then, it’s too late. Since August of last year, 5 people have drowned after voluntarily entering the water to wade or swim.

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Low and Slow: NMSU University Museum hosts lowrider culture exhibition

In the face of discrimination, lowrider culture has become a symbol celebrating heritage and identity for many Mexican Americans. “Low and Slow: Lowrider Culture on the Border” is the latest exhibition at the University Museum at New Mexico State University that touches on the history and culture of the lowrider.


 
Located in the East Gallery in Kent Hall, the exhibit will have its grand opening from 5 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 8. In conjunction with a show and shine event, the exhibition is free and open to the public.


 
Norma Chairez-Hartell, University Museum curator, talked about why lowrider culture is important to the community and how it reflects it.


 
“The lowrider culture is reflected in our local economy with southern New Mexico being home to many small businesses that specialize in pinstriping, airbrushing and other car customizations,” Chairez-Hartell said. “These businesses not only provide income for families and create jobs, but they also keep the lowrider community together.”

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NM Supreme Court issued order August 29, 2023

The state Supreme Court today issued an order scheduling an oral argument on Dec. 13, 2023 in a case brought by New Mexico’s attorney general to invalidate abortion-related ordinances approved by several local governments. The case is State of New Mexico v. Board of County Commissioners for Lea County, S-1-SC-39742.

The Court also issued a miscellaneous order addressing procedural matters in the case, including motions by several organizations to file briefs as amici curiae.

See both orders below:

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NMSU Art Museum hosts conversation with curator, artist and gallery owner

NMSU University Art Museum director Marisa Sage will spend an evening with artist Karen Yank and Tonya Turner Carroll, co-owner of Santa Fe’s Turner Carroll Gallery on Thursday, Aug. 31.


 
Sage, Yank and Turner Carroll will explore the themes of the UAM’s current exhibition “Agnes Martin and Karen Yank: Meditations on Mentor and Student,” on display in the Bunny Conlon Modern and Contemporary Art Gallery. They will discuss the practices Yank learned during her mentorship with the renowned artist Agnes Martin and how that relationship influenced her career.

 
“A Conversation with Karen Yank, Tonya Turner Carroll, and Marisa Sage” will be hosted from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, August 31 in room 106 in the University Art Museum inside Devasthali Hall, 1308 E. University Ave. Attending the panel discussion is free and open to the public. The panel discussion will be streamed live through Instagram and can be viewed immediately afterwards on the UAM account, @nmsuartmuseum.

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NMSU Regents professor receives national award for outstanding crop science work

A Regents professor at New Mexico State University is celebrating another milestone after receiving an award from the Crop Science Society of America this year for outstanding contributions to crop science through education, national and international service, and research.



Bernd Leinauer, Regents professor and turfgrass Extension specialist in the College of Agricultural, Consumer, and Environmental Sciences, was recently awarded the Fred V. Grau Turfgrass Science Award, which recognizes significant career contributions in turfgrass science during the last 15 years.



“I consider this award as the highlight of my academic career,” Leinauer said. “The award is the highest national research award given by our society. It rewards the efforts our team has put in over 20 years and recognizes the standing we have received nationally and internationally on the topic of turfgrass water conservation.”

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Traffic Report for week of August 27 to September 3, 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.  

Interstates:
I-10 to I-25 Ramp Closure, Las Cruces
The New Mexico Department of Transportation will keep the I-10 eastbound to I-25 northbound ramp closed until repairs can be made. Concrete repairs will begin in the next week. Citizens are strongly encouraged to obey the road closure and stay out of the area.  The ramp repairs are expected to be completed mid to late October, weather pending.

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