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EDD Announces Shani Harvie As New JEDI Coordinator

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Shani Harvie

EDD News:

SANTA FE — The Economic Development Department (EDD) announced today that Shani Harvie will be stepping into a newly created position as Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion coordinator (JEDI Coordinator), EDD Cabinet Secretary Alicia J. Keyes said. 

Harvie will be responsible for connecting minority-owned businesses and community organizations in underserved communities with economic development programs, resources, and opportunities. The position, approved through Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s office, will work to address systemic inequities Read More

New Mexico PRC Names April ‘Safe Digging Month’

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PRC News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (PRC) has voted unanimously to name the month of April “Safe Digging Month” to promote safe excavation activities around the state of New Mexico.

The National Association of Regulated Utility Commissioners encourages promotion of April as National Safe Digging Month nationwide.

The PRC Transportation Division Pipeline Safety Bureau is an active proponent of the 811 one-call service. One easy phone call to 811 a few days before any digging project quickly begins the process of getting underground utility lines marked for free. Read More

U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich, Senate Democrats Call On Biden Administration To Undo Changes To National Monuments

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From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, along with 18 of his Senate colleagues, sent a letter to U.S. Department of the Interior Secretary Deb Haaland urging her recommend that President Biden undo any unlawful attacks on the Antiquities Act.

Since 1906, 16 presidents from both parties have used the Antiquities Act to protect places across the nation.

“From Chaco Canyon in New Mexico to Harriet Tubman’s house in Maryland, the Antiquities Act has long protected key landscapes Read More

Cone Zone: Week Of April 19, 2021

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COUNTY News:

The projects listed in this section are being managed by County Public Works staff through contractors. For more information, email lacpw@lacnm.us, call 505.662.8150, or visit the “Projects/Public Works” link at www.losalamosnm.us.

Please slow down and use caution within the construction work zones.

Note: The below information is based on a schedule provided by the contractors and may change due to weather or other delays.  

Public Works Projects: 

Canyon Rim Trail Underpass 

AUI, Inc. of Albuquerque will continue work to construct the Canyon Rim Trail Underpass. The project Read More

New Mexico Rotary Telethon 17th Annual Virtual Music Celebration & Live Action Charity Auction April 24

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New Mexico Rotary Telethon 17th annual charity event 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Courtesy/Rotary

ROTARY News:

Gather in your homes with friends and family to join the Rotary Club of Albuquerque and the Rotary Club of Albuquerque Del Sol 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. April 24 for a 90-minute Live Stream Music Celebration & Live Action Charity Auction.

Albuquerque Rotary encourages everyone to attend. 

Registration is free and this event is for everyone. The registration and live-view link is available here. Read More

Los Alamos County 4-H Club Members Participate In Virtual New Mexico Horse Bowl Tournament

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Los Alamos County 4-H Club Horse Bowl Team members from left, Kadin Hansel, Nicholas Booton, Sam Prada and Kim Prada. Photo by Derek Rodriguez

By DEREK RODRIGUEZ
Club Reporter
Los Alamos County 4-H Club

Members of the Los Alamos County 4-H Club tested their horse knowledge against other 4-H
clubs in the state during the New Mexico Horse Bowl Tournament.

The New Mexico Horse Bowl Tournament was held in February in a virtual format.

Each member worked hard to answer questions created from other 4-H counties. Read More

DNCU Garners Five 2021 Readers’ Choice Awards

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DNCU News:

ESPAÑOLA — As part of its annual recognition of outstanding organizations and businesses in northern New Mexico, the Journal North has announced its 2021 Reader’s Choice Award recipients.

Del Norte Credit Union (DNCU) is a first place winner in five categories related to financial products and services.

DNCU Reader’s Choice Awards Include:

  • Best Credit Union
  • Best Bank
  • Best Mortgage Lender
  • Best Auto Loan
  • Best Financial Planner

DNCU President and CEO Chuck Valenti said, “this recognition is extra special for a year like no other, and I appreciate the many front-line staff that continued Read More

Community Asset Awards Pride In A Pandemic: Dr. Cyndi Wells, Ken Nebel And Laura Crucet Are Recognized

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Delicious goodies from Pig & Fig Café made by Laura Crucet. Courtesy photo

By BERNADETTE LAURITZEN
C’YA Executive Director

There have been many businesses going above and beyond the call of duty, during the last year, but the Champions of Youth Ambitions, (C’YA), will highlight just a few. 

The Pride in the Pandemic series has lasted a few months now, spotlighting the work of people, programs and projects that have made the last year a bit more bearable.

The Community Asset Awards announcements for 2020 kicked off on Martin Luther King Jr Day to highlight many of those of service. Work began Read More

LAPS Foundation: April Showers Campaign For Teachers

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Courtesy/LAPS Foundation

By Jenny McCumber
Executive Director
LAPS Foundation

The LAPS Foundation is sponsoring a community-wide campaign throughout April to “Shower” Los Alamos teachers with gifts they have chosen.

Show your appreciation for our teachers by going to this link to donate money for these wish list items.

Don’t want to donate for a specific item? Choose a school-wide project for a specific school or sponsor a Foundation grant! For only $5 per vote, vote for your favorite school. The LAPS Foundation will match per dollar up to $1,000 per school.

Let’s make our teachers feel appreciated! Read More