Carol A. Clark

Juror Appreciation Week Proclaimed May 4–8

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Chief Justice David K. Thomson

COURT News:

SANTA FE — Chief Justice David K. Thomson has designated Juror Appreciation Week in New Mexico as May 4-8, 2026 to honor the thousands of people who fulfill their civic obligation for jury duty.

A proclamation by the Chief Justice describes jury service as “indispensable to the judicial system.”

Nearly 45,000 New Mexicans reported to state courthouses for jury selection in 2025, and almost 8,200 of those were chosen to serve as a juror for a trial or a grand jury proceeding.

“New Mexicans play an essential role in preserving the rule of law by serving on Read More

ZYEP’s Emerging Artist Apprentices To Showcase Pueblo Weaving March 27 

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Courtesy/ZYEP

ZYEP News:

ZUNI — On Thursday, March 27, 10 Emerging Artist Apprentices from the Zuni Youth Enrichment Project will showcase and sell their work during a public event at Ho’n A:wan Park. The showcase is scheduled for 5–7:30 p.m., and community members are encouraged to attend and support the next generation of Pueblo weavers. Cash and credit card payments will be accepted.

The showcase wraps up a 10-week apprenticeship focused on Pueblo weaving, made possible with support from the Bezos Family Foundation and First Nations Development Institute. The students, ages 15 to 24, Read More

Reps. Vasquez, Davids Stand With Ranchers, Urge Reversal Of Plan To Increase Argentinian Beef Imports

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U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez

STATE News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — On March 23, 2026, U.S. Reps. Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) and Sharice Davids (KS-03) sent a letter demanding the Administration reverse its Argentinian beef import policy, condemning it for putting large foreign corporations over American ranchers and consumers. The Administration’s plan to import Argentinian beef has received bipartisan backlash due to its failure to lower costs for consumers and the harm it inflicts on American ranchers, who have already been facing headwinds from the New World Screwworm, severe drought, tariffs, wildfire Read More

Los Alamos High School Senior Stetson Trujillo Signs National Letter Of Intent To Rodeo For NMSU

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From left, NMSU Head Coach Brice Baggarly, LAHS Senior Stetson Trujillo and NMSU Assistant Coach Tate Harmon on National Signing Day, in which Trujillo signs his intent to join the New Mexico State University rodeo team this fall. Courtesy/NMSU

NMSU News:

Los Alamos High School senior and Abiqui resident Stetson Trujillo, has signed a National Letter of Intent to join the New Mexico State University rodeo team this fall. Family, friends, and coaches recently gathered to celebrate his achievement.

Trujillo, 18, has competed in NMHSRA, 4-H, and NMRA rodeo, earning top finishes in steer wrestling, Read More

Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble Presents ‘Music Above And Beyond For Spring’ May 9 & 10

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SFWE News:

The Santa Fe Women’s Ensemble’s 45th season treats audiences to “Music Above and Beyond” that will inspire and uplift your hearts and minds. This Mother’s Day weekend, join Music Director Linda Raney, the Ensemble’s 16 singers, trumpeter Jan McDonald and pianist Bill Epstein for an elevating and heartwarming musical experience.

The selections for their spring concerts include pieces written in a variety of musical eras, from Francesca Caccini’s “O vive rose,” composed in the 1600s, to the performances’ highlight, the world premiere of this year’s thrilling new commission, Read More

New Mexico Invests Up To $8M To Train 398 Workers

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Ideum, Inc. has been based in Corrales for two decades. Pictured above: Ideum interactive projection display at Valles Caldera. Courtesy/NMEDD

NMEDD News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Economic Development Department’s Job Training Incentive Program approved funding for 18 companies to hire, train and upskill 398 workers in the first quarter of 2026.

These awards support key growth industries, including intelligent manufacturing, aerospace, value-added agriculture, green energy, and film and media.

“Companies choose New Mexico because we have invested in our workforce from cradle to Read More

Northern New Mexico College Supports Students All The Way, From High School Equivalency To Degrees

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Matt Baldonado

NNMC News:

ESPAÑOLA — Matt Baldonado’s educational path has not been an easy one. When he dropped out of high school he was told he would never amount to anything. 

“I had the mentality that I wasn’t as smart as other kids,” Baldonado said.

With the help of Northern New Mexico College’s High School Equivalency Program (HEP) and College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP), Baldonado has not only earned his high school equivalency diploma and plumbing and pipefitting certificates, he has gained confidence in his ability to master the skills he needs to achieve his dreams. He now works Read More

Registration Open For SFWAF’s Annual Symposium: Democracy In Danger

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Liberty Bell. Courtesy photo

SFWAF News:

The Santa Fe World Affairs Forum with co-sponsorship from the Santa Fe Community College is pleased to announce that registration is now open for its 2026 symposium “Democracy in Danger” to be held Thursday April 30 and Friday May 1, in the college’s Lecture Hall (rm 216).

This two-day annual event will focus on the elements, values of and dangers to democratic governance in the US and abroad. We will begin by exploring democracy from its origins in ancient Greece and Rome then turn in more depth to an exploration of contemporary democracies. We will include Read More

Weekly Fishing Report: March 23, 2026 

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By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post 

The State Game and Fish Department was stocking trout all across the state last week. The Winter Stocking Program in Southern New Mexico is still being done and more locations in Northern New Mexico are being stocked now.  The Winter Stocking will end in March. 

The Department stocked a total of 46,321 rainbow trout weighing 21,373 pounds. That’s over 10 tons of trout. 

The weather has been unseasonably warm in Northern New Mexico this year. Fruit trees are blooming early and may get hit with frost. 

Winter is loosening its grip, Read More

Step Into The Spotlight: Queens Court Competition May 16

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COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Recreation Division invites young women from across Northern New Mexico to participate in the Northern New Mexico Fair & Rodeo Queens Court Competition from 9 a.m.–2 p.m., Saturday, May 16, 2026.

This annual event celebrates confidence, horsemanship, and public speaking, offering participants ages 6 to 25 the opportunity to showcase their skills, gain valuable experience, and represent their communities. 

Contestants will compete in several areas, including horsemanship, an interview and personality assessment, a written test, and public Read More