Museum Of Natural History & Science Announces November Education Programs
NMMNHS News:
The New Mexico Museum of Natural History & Science (NMMNHS) Education team is continuing its offsite education efforts, with a new slate of free events for all ages and interests during November.
With the museum temporarily closed for a renovation project, NMMNHS educators are bringing natural history into the community with a full slate of public programs in Bernalillo County libraries and community spaces during the fall months through the Natural History in your Neighborhood program.
A full rundown of each program is available HERE.
When and Where:
- 4–5 p.m., Thursday,
Los Alamos Schools Credit Union Offering Member Assistance Options During Government Shutdown
Partridge: Thank You Los Alamos For Supporting The Fight Against Breast Cancer
By NANCY PARTRIDGE
Los Alamos
I would like to thank the Los Alamos community for your support for the fight against Breast Cancer this year.
This is my 25th year raising funds for breast cancer research and treatment, and this year the community came out in force for multiple fundraising events such as the Yard Sale for Breast Cancer, the Concert for Breast Cancer, and Kick for the Cure.
In early June, numerous individuals donated toys, kitchen items, furniture, electronics, bedding, and clothing to be re-sold to raise funds. Additionally, many people shopped at the Yard Sale for Breast Cancer Read More
New Mexico State Bar Foundation’s Legal Resources For Elderly Program To Host Free Virtual Legal Webinar Nov. 10
NMSBF News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico State Bar Foundation’s Legal Resources for the Elderly Program (“LREP”) will be hosting a free virtual legal webinar starting at 11 a.m. MT, Nov. 10. This webinar will cover Powers of Attorney, Advance Health Care Directives, probate, non-probate transfers (including Transfer on Death Deeds) and Institutional Medicaid.
New Mexico residents can register for this free webinar online at https://bit.ly/LREP-Nov-10 or by calling 505.797.6005 and providing their first and last name and email address. After registering, they will receive a confirmation Read More
New Mexico Higher Education Secretary Rodriguez Receives Outstanding Public Sector Partner Award
Stephanie M. Rodriguez
NMHED News:
SANTA FE — The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities announced Nov. 3 that New Mexico’s Higher Education Department (NMHED) Secretary Stephanie M. Rodriguez received its Outstanding Public Sector Partner Award.
The award recognizes Rodriguez’s leadership and commitment to advancing educational opportunities for underserved populations across New Mexico. It is a national recognition of public sector leaders who demonstrate extraordinary support for the association’s mission of championing Hispanic higher education success. Read More
State Public Education Department Updates Martinez/Yazzie Plan After Community Feedback
NMPED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Public Education Department submitted a revised Martinez/Yazzie Action Plan to the court Monday that adds clearer outcomes and accountability measures based on feedback from students, families, educators, tribal leaders and community members statewide.
The updated plan includes more specific performance targets and expands support for Native American students, English learners, students with disabilities and economically disadvantaged students.
The department gathered input through public meetings, listening sessions, a statewide Read More
Court Launches Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program In San Miguel, Mora, And Guadalupe Counties
NMSC News:
LAS VEGAS — Courts may order outpatient behavioral health treatment for certain people under a new program serving San Miguel, Mora and Guadalupe counties.
The Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) program offers help to people who repeatedly have failed to follow voluntary treatment for mental health disorders and been jailed or hospitalized. Family members, behavioral health providers and others can ask a district court to require qualifying individuals ages 18 and older to participate in community-based treatment. Decisions are made through a civil legal process that protects Read More
NMDOH: Public Health Offices To Close For Veterans Day
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — State public health offices and administrative offices will be closed Tuesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day to celebrate and remember all who have served in the military, both in wartime and peacetime.
All New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) offices will reopen as regularly scheduled Wednesday, Nov. 12.
The NMDOH Helpline, 1-833-SWNURSE (1.833.796.8773) will be available during regular business hours, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., on Veterans Day. The Helpline is staffed by nurses for health questions, health care connections and provider support. Read More
Enforcement Watch Alert: 175 Enforcement Actions Initiated & 45 Actions Resolved In October
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department is highlighting the ongoing success of its Enforcement Watch initiative, a transparency-focused program that provides the public with consistent and timely information about the Department’s enforcement actions across environmental protection, public health, and worker safety programs.
By making enforcement data accessible, Enforcement Watch reinforces NMED’s commitment to New Mexico residents for accountability and regulatory compliance statewide.
Launched in May 2023, Enforcement Watch shares monthly updates Read More
Biggest, Brightest Full Moon Of 2025 Viewed Early This Evening From Eastern Area
The biggest, brightest full moon of the year viewed early this evening from Eastern Area. Photo by Ron Roybal Read More
