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Gubernatorial Candidate Sam Bregman Discusses Local, Regional, State Issues Today At Los Alamos Daily Post

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Gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman spent time this morning speaking with Publisher Carol A. Clark during a visit to the Los Alamos Daily Post. Courtesy photo

POST News:

Gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman visited the Los Alamos Daily Post this morning, speaking with Publisher Carol A. Clark about the importance of work being done at Los Alamos National Laboratory, Sandia National Laboratories, and research facilities at New Mexico Tech, UNM and more.

Bregman has extensive experience both as a public servant and an attorney, previously serving on the Albuquerque City Council before starting Read More

Nacimiento Wildfire Ignited Today In Cuba Ranger District

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The Nacimiento Wildfire began burning this morning in the Cuba Ranger District. Courtesy/SFNF

SFNF News:

SANTA FE— Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) fire managers were notified of a new wildfire start, named the Nacimiento Wildfire, this morning, March 22. The wildfire is in the Cuba Ranger District, located south of the Nacimiento Mine and south of N.M. 126. 

Fire crews are actively engaged in a direct extinguishment strategy on the 17-acre wildfire. Large Air Tankers (LAT) were ordered to drop retardant and slow forward progression. As hot and dry conditions persist, both forest service Read More

3rd Annual NM Higher Education Technical Summit March 23

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 NMHED News:

SANTA FE – State and national leaders in higher education will gather March 23-24 at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces for the 3rd Annual Higher Education Technical Summit to advance strategies for strengthening higher education across New Mexico. 

The summit will feature a dynamic lineup of guest speakers, including Lt. Gov. Howie Morales, House Speaker Javier Martinez, Rep. Nathan Small, Sen. Bill Soules, Tom Harnisch of the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (SHEEO) and Jennifer Torres of Complete College America, alongside national and Read More

UNM-Los Alamos Approved To Launch Associate Of Arts In Early Childhood Education

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A view of the UNM-Los Alamos campus at 4000 University Drive. Courtesy/UNM-LA

UNM-LA News:

UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) has received official approval to offer a new Associate of Arts in Early Childhood Education, marking an important step in expanding educational opportunities for students and supporting the early childhood workforce in northern New Mexico.

With approval granted by the state and the institution’s governing bodies, UNM‑LA is authorized to move forward with implementation of the program. The new degree is designed to prepare students for careers in early childhood education Read More

New Mexico School For The Arts Percussion Ensemble Presents: ‘Let’s Get Together And Hit Stuff’ April 9

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NMSA News:

The New Mexico School for the Arts (NMSA) Percussion Ensemble invites the community to an energetic and wide-ranging evening of percussion music titled “Let’s Get Together and Hit Stuff,” at 6 p.m., Thursday, April 9, in the Zane Bennett Gathering Space at NMSA, 201 Montezuma Ave. in Santa Fe. Admission is free.

The concert features the acclaimed NMSA Percussion Ensemble, recently recognized as the 2026 NMMEA Honor Ensemble and invited to perform at Popejoy Hall in Albuquerque for the New Mexico Music Educators Association All-State Conference—one of the state’s highest honors Read More

State Urges Residents To Protect Homes Amid Elevated Wildfire Risk Across New Mexico

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This home in Boulder, Colo., survived a wildfire with defensible space. Courtesy/Josh Schlossberg Boulder Weekly

EMNRD News:

SANTA FE — With New Mexico entering what state officials are calling an exceptionally dry fire season, the state Forestry Division is urging homeowners to take steps to protect their properties and their insurance coverage before fire season peaks this summer.

A historically low winter snowpack is creating dangerous conditions across the state, with dry grass fuels building in the eastern plains and heavy tree fuels accumulating in forested areas.

“We’re heading Read More

NMAA Board Of Directors’ Committee To Hold Appeal Hearing

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NMAA News:

The New Mexico Activities Association (NMAA) Board of Directors’ Committee will hold an Appeal Hearing at 9 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, via Zoom.

The meeting is open to the public.

The agenda, which includes Zoom login details, is available on the Board of Directors page of the NMAA website at https://www.nmact.org/board-of-directors/. View agenda here: https://www.nmact.org/file/Agenda_032426_BOD.pdf.

About the Board:

The Board is responsible for the fair and uniform application of federal, state and local laws as well as the rules and regulations of the Association in the

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Tourism Dept. Marks 10 Years Of New Mexico True Certified

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STATE News:

SANTA FE — In a year of significant milestones, headlined by the Route 66 centennial, the New Mexico Tourism Department has its own milestone to celebrate: the 10th anniversary of the New Mexico True Certified program.

The New Mexico True Certified program was an idea first hatched one decade ago in response to requests from local businesses who expressed interest in presenting their product as authentically “New Mexico True.” The New Mexico True Certified program was thus created as an extension of New Mexico True to allow New Mexico businesses to showcase their products as 100 Read More

Indoor Football, Halfway To Fair Celebration And More To Kick Off Spring At EXPO New Mexico

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STATE News:

ALBUQUERQUE – Expo New Mexico is in full spring swing with a weekend packed with family-friendly events.

Indoor football returns to Tingley Coliseum on Sunday, March 22, as the New Mexico Chupacabras make their debut against the Orlando Pirates. The game kicks off at 2 p.m., with tailgating getting underway at 10:30 a.m. Tickets can be purchased here.

The Treasures of the Earth Expo is also underway at EXPO New Mexico, open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 21 and 22. Attendees can expect over 50 dealers selling everything from amethyst cathedrals to Zebra rock, jewelry, supplies, beads, and more. Read More

Spaceport America To Host Second Annual Space Race

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Spaceport America News:

LAS CRUCES — Spaceport America, in partnership with New Mexico-based Wanderlust Running, is set to host the second annual Space Race on Saturday, May 9.

Occurring at the world’s first purpose-built commercial spaceport, the Space Race will feature a trio of races, including a 5K, 10K, and 15K. Participants in the 5K and 10K may run or walk their respective courses, while participants in the 15K must run.

Participants and spectators alike are encouraged to join the excitement. Please use the link below to register for one of the races, explore event details, and Read More