Celebrate Santa Fe Art Milestone With Meow Wolf: A Decade Inside House Of Eternal Return
MEOW WOLF News:
SANTA FE —Ten years ago, Meow Wolf was a DIY art collective of misfit dreamers, dumpster diving, throwing warehouse parties, and crafting unbelievable worlds together.
Since the moment the collective drew the words “Meow” and “Wolf” out of a hat in a fittingly absurdist naming ritual, the inception of their first permanent exhibition, backed by George R.R. Martin, House of Eternal Return, skyrocketed the group to fame and helped pioneer immersive art on a mass scale.
Meow Wolf has since transformed into a national B Corporation with millions of visitors, hundreds of artists Read More
New Mexico Wild Releases Comprehensive River Guide As State’s Waters Face Unprecedented Threats
NMWILD News:
ALBUQUERQUE — As New Mexico’s rivers were named America’s “Most Endangered” in 2024, New Mexico Wild today released Wild Waters: Passport to New Mexico’s Rivers, a comprehensive guide to 42 of the state’s most spectacular river segments.
The 262-page guide arrives at a critical moment: only one-tenth of one percent of New Mexico’s 108,000 miles of rivers enjoy permanent protection.
“For New Mexicans, rivers are inseparable from our history, our culture, and our very identity,” said Mark Allison, Executive Director of New Mexico Wild. “This guide will inspire people to experience Read More
Join Los Alamos Choral Society Tonight For Spring Semester
Vaccine Integrity Project & American Medical Association Launch Vaccine Evidence Review Process For 2026–27 Respiratory Virus Season
AMA News:
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — The Vaccine Integrity Project, in collaboration with the American Medical Association (AMA), today announced the kickoff of a structured, evidence-based review process to assess vaccine safety and effectiveness for the 2026–27 respiratory virus season. The review will focus on immunizations for influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).
Building on the thorough evidence review completed for the 2025–26 season, this new effort will establish a structured and durable process for evaluating the science underpinning respiratory virus Read More
Beso Jewels To Be At Village Arts Feb. 13 & 14
From left to right: diamond/sterling silver interlocking rings, 14k diamond heart–.68ctw, and peridot & diamond ring–14k. Courtesy photo
BUSINESS News:
Happy Valentine’s Day! Beso Jewels will be at Village Arts this Friday and Saturday. Village Arts has a great selection of Valentine’s gifts for all ages, and Beso Jewels has lots of things that sparkle.
- 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Friday, Feb. 13
- 10:30 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 14
Services:
- Repairs of all types
- Custom design
- Gold and Silver jewelry
- Silver Coins
- Appraisals
- Gemstones, Pearls and Diamonds
- Layaway
- I BUY Gold, Silver, & Jewelry
Blue Pony Energy Selects Lovington For Clean Fuels Manufacturing Facility
NMEDD News:
LOVINGTON — Houston-based Blue Pony Energy, a chemical manufacturing company specializing in synthetic, low-carbon products, will build its first facility in Lovington, New Mexico.
The company projects it will hire 90 New Mexicans over the next ten years and leverage approximately 221 in direct and indirect jobs. The New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD) estimates an economic impact of over $4.6 billion to the state over the next ten years.
“New Mexico is leading the nation as a place for advanced energy companies to build in,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said. “With Read More
FBI Honors Internship Program Open For Applications
FBI News:
College students who want to start a career of a lifetime are invited to apply for the Summer 2027 FBI Honors Internship Program.
The application window opened on February 9, 2026, the deadline to apply is March 5, 2026.
The FBI Honors Internship is open to full-time undergraduate and graduate students. This paid internship gives students the opportunity to work at FBI headquarters or in one of our 56 field offices located across the country.
Interns will spend ten weeks alongside FBI Special Agents and professional staff supporting investigations, working on a wide variety of projects, Read More
Exploring Fungi Of The Rio Grande Bosque Feb. 11
Rich Wagner
NMWF News:
Rich Wagner, an ecologist at the nonprofit Bosque Ecosystem Monitoring Program, has made extensive study of the fungi that have evolved alongside cottonwoods and other native plants in the Rio Grande Bosque. He will present a talk on his work Feb. 11 through the New Mexico Wildlife Federation’s “Wildlife Wednesday” series.
Wagner’s free talk will start at 5:30 p.m., Wed., Feb. 11, at Marble Brewery’s Northeast Heights Taproom, at 9904 Montgomery Blvd., NE, in Albuquerque.
Up until the last century or so, the Middle Rio Grande flooded every spring. The vast river flows Read More
NMELC Files Lawsuit Against Doña Ana County Commission
The Doña Ana County Commission held a hearing on funding for Project Jupiter on Sep.19, 2025. Photo by Leah Romero/Source NM
NMELC News:
LAS CRUCES — On Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, New Mexico Environmental Law Center filed a second lawsuit against the Doña Ana County Board of Commissioners in the Third Judicial District Court, for violating the New Mexico Open Meetings Act.
On Sep. 19, 2025, during a regular open meeting and public hearing by the Doña
Ana County Board of Commissioners (Board), the Board moved into closed session without proper notice and reasonable specificity for the closed session, Read More
Nearly 2,000 County Leaders Set To Visit Washington, D.C.
NACo News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — This year the National Association of Counties (NACo) will once again welcome cabinet secretaries, senior administration officials, members of Congress and private sector partners to its Legislative Conference, taking place Feb. 21-24 at the Washington Hilton Hotel.
Nearly 2,000 county leaders will attend from across the country with the goal of shaping NACo’s policy priorities, engaging on pressing policy issues facing county governments and building relationships with federal partners.
Among the topics being discussed at this week’s conference are Read More
County Seeks Volunteers For Comprehensive Plan Update Steering Committee
COUNTY News:
Los Alamos County is seeking community members interested in volunteering to serve on the County’s Comprehensive Plan Update Steering Committee.
The Steering Committee will help guide the comprehensive planning process by providing community perspective and furthering public engagement efforts. The Comprehensive Plan update will shape long-term decisions related to land use, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and overall community development.
Residents and stakeholders interested in participating or learning more about the Comprehensive Plan process Read More
House Of Representatives Passes Public Safety Bills With Strong Bipartisan Support
NMDP News:
SANTA FE — The House of Representatives passed two important public safety bills with strong bipartisan support.
Senate Bill 3 makes it easier to proactively intervene and direct someone into treatment if they are suffering from severe mental illness and pose a high risk of harming themselves or others. The bill passed by a vote of 58-10.
Under current statute, it can be difficult to direct individuals who may be a danger to themselves or others into treatment, unless they have already caused serious bodily injury to themselves or others, or have experienced repeated hospitalizations Read More
Legislative Roundup: 11 Days Left In Session
Father Lucas Grubbs, executive director of the New Mexico Conference of Churches, center, speaks during a news conference where faith leaders pushed for passage of Senate Bill 17. The bill would ban certain dangerous weapons and put a variety of new regulations on gun sellers, including a minimum age and background checks for workers. Photo by Gabriela Campos/The New Mexican
Santa Fe New Mexican Staff Report
Senate shenanigans: As the clock winds down at the state Capitol, expect Republicans to try to drag things out to prevent pieces of legislation they oppose from passing.
Case in point: Read More
GOP Senator: Feds Could Sue To Block New Mexico’s ICE Contract Ban
By Daniel J. Chacón
The Santa Fe New Mexican
As New Mexico lawmakers work on a plan to bail out three counties bracing for financial hardship under a new law that will force them to end their immigration detention contracts, the Trump administration could be considering litigation.
“They are evaluating their options,” state Sen. Jim Townsend, R-Artesia, said Monday in response to a request for an update on a letter he had sent to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi last month requesting her agency’s “attention and intervention” on House Bill 9.
“They believe Read More
FBI: Arizona Man Sentenced For Sexual Abuse
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — An Arizona man was sentenced to more than 11 years in prison for engaging in sexual acts with a minor victim using threats and intimidation.
There is no parole in the federal system.
In August of 2021, Fernando Yatsatie, Jr., 48, a member of the Zuni Pueblo, unlawfully engaged in a sexual act with a minor victim using threats and intimidation.
Yatsatie pleaded guilty to sexual abuse. Upon his release from prison, Yatsatie will be subject to fifteen years of supervised release and must register as a sex offender.
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison and Justin A. Garris, Read More
Los Alamos Lock & Key Celebrates 81 Years Of Service
LALK News:
Los Alamos Lock & Key celebrates 81 years of service to Northern New Mexico Feb. 17, 2026. There will be sales on all in stock merchandise from Feb. 16, 2026, to Feb. 27, 2026, to celebrate.
Online shopping is available at www.losalamoslock.com. Read More
House Education Committee Advances Pared-Down Virtual Education Bill
By Lily Alexander
The Santa Fe New Mexican
The House Education Committee has approved a slimmed-down version of a measure that would overhaul distance-learning regulations in New Mexico, removing provisions many in the virtual school community argued would eliminate such options in small districts.
An earlier version of House Bill 253 would have restricted the number of a district’s students who could enroll in virtual programs and would have prohibited districts from enrolling distance-learning students from outside their boundaries.
The committee voted 8-4 along party lines Read More
Senators Luján, Booker, Colleagues Introduce Legislation To Prevent Politicization Of Public Safety Grants
SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Sens. Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Tim Kaine (D-Va.), Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), and Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) introduced the Federal Grant Neutrality Act, legislation designed to stop the politicization of Department of Justice (DOJ) federal grants and prevent the DOJ from imposing unfair conditions on jurisdictions represented by Democrats.
The bill ensures that grants cannot be withheld to punish jurisdictions for refusing to enforce partisan federal immigration policies.
For years, DOJ grants have been essential for state, local, Read More
Daily Postcard: Bucks Spar At Mesa Public Library
Daily Postcard: Two bucks spar Monday morning in front of Mesa Public Library. Photo by Angelica Gurule Read More
NMDOT Cabinet Secretary Ricky Serna To Resign
Secretary Ricky Serna
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) Secretary Ricky Serna will resign his position effective Feb. 20 after three-and-a-half years in the role.
Before leading NMDOT, Serna served as acting secretary of the Department of Workforce Solutions and the acting director of the State Personnel Office.
“I thank the Governor for the confidence she put in me to serve my fellow New Mexicans,” Cabinet Secretary Serna said. “You have my commitment to a strong transition and my assurance that a capable and engaged team Read More
