Zamora Outraises Leger Fernandez In Q3—Building Momentum In New Mexico’s 3rd Congressional District
STATE News:
ROSWELL — Martin Zamora, Farmer, Rancher, Businessman, and State Representative from Clovis, N.M., is officially announcing his candidacy to challenge Teresa Leger Fernandez for New Mexico’s 3rd Congressional District.
Reports filed with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) show that Republican congressional candidate Martin Zamora outraised incumbent Democrat Teresa Leger Fernandez during the third quarter of 2025. Between July 1 and Sept. 30, Zamora’s campaign brought in $247,065, compared to the $236,834 raised by Leger Fernandez during the same period.
While Read More
Heinrich Emphasizes Need To Safeguard National Historic Preservation Act To Protect America’s Public Lands, Improve Permitting Processes
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) delivers opening remarks at a hearing to examine the Section 106 consultation process under the National Historic Preservation Act before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, Oct. 29, 2025. Courtesy photo
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In his opening statement at a U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing on the National Historic Preservation Act, U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), the Committee’s Ranking Member, emphasized the importance of protecting America’s public lands by preserving opportunities for Read More
Common Cause New Mexico Launches Statewide Voter Protection Program
ELECTION News:
ALBUQUERQUE — As voters prepare to cast their ballots on Election Day this Tuesday, Common Cause launched its nonpartisan voter protection program. The program features its bilingual hotline available to all voters as they navigate the election process, the largest such program in the state.
“We know voter enthusiasm is high and we want to make sure all voters know their rights and know how to cast their ballot,” said Molly Swank, executive director of Common Cause New Mexico. “That’s why our hotline is staffed with friendly, nonpartisan experts who can help voters navigate Read More
Gubernatorial Candidate Sam Bregman Launches Statewide ‘Common Sense Over Chaos’ Tour Throughout November
Sam Bregman
POLITICAL News:
ALBUQUERQUE — New Mexico gubernatorial candidate Sam Bregman announced his statewide “Common Sense Over Chaos” Policy Tour, which will take him to communities large and small across New Mexico throughout November.
At each stop, Bregman will meet with residents to discuss the challenges they face and share solutions from his Blueprint for New Mexico. A bold plan to strengthen the state, take on the chaos coming from Washington, stand up to Trump, and move New Mexico’s economy, schools, and quality of life forward.
“We need to stand up to Donald Trump and deal with Read More
Governor Announces $30 Million To Feed New Mexicans
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham
From the Office of the Governor:
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SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that the State of New Mexico will provide $30 million in state dollars starting Nov. 1 to ensure that low-income children and families, seniors and New Mexicans with disabilities continue to receive food benefits amidst an ongoing federal government shutdown.
The announcement comes in response to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s decision to suspend Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits Read More
Truth Through Traditions … Bold New Exhibition Set To Open At Museum Of International Folk Art
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NMDCA News:
SANTA FE — Truths Be Told: Artists Activate Traditions, a groundbreaking new exhibition, opens Dec. 5, 2025, through Jan. 20, 2027. Museum of International Folk Art proudly presents the timely show bringing together more than a dozen contemporary artists who draw on folk traditions from their own communities to address urgent social issues, reclaim erased histories, and accelerate a transformation through art.
Truths Be Told highlights how traditional art forms—ranging from quilt-making, ceramics, and regalia to basketry and video—are being reimagined Read More
New Mexico Manufacturing Organization To Host Workshop On Building A Stronger Cybersecurity And Information Technology Workforce In New Mexico Nov. 14
NAIMI News:
The North American Intelligent Manufacturing Initiative (NAIMI), in partnership with the University of New Mexico (UNM) Los Alamos branch and the Regional Development Corporation, will be hosting a workshop on building New Mexico’s cybersecurity and Information Technology (IT) workforce in New Mexico. This free workshop is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 14, at the UNM-Los Alamos branch campus.
In late 2022, the North American Intelligent Manufacturing Initiative (NAIMI) was awarded a grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration to help advance a strong cybersecurity Read More
Health Department Encourages Safe Trick Or Treating
NMDOH News:
SANTA FE — This Halloween, Friday, Oct. 31, putting safety and health first will help make trick or treating a great memory for all good ghouls.
The New Mexico Department of Health’s (NMDOH) Office of Oral Health recommends:
- Healthy dinners before Halloween festivities.
- Do not overindulge on the treat consumption.
- Drink water – it helps wash away food particles and reduce acidity caused by sugary treats.
- Brush and floss your teeth thoroughly, especially before bed.
As for costumes, remember, one size does not fit all:
- Make sure you and those with you can see clearly
Village Of Columbus Celebrates Broadband Milestone
OBAE News:
COLUMBUS — State and local officials gathered today in the Village of Columbus to celebrate a broadband infrastructure project that has made high-speed fiber internet available to 822 homes and businesses in the Luna County border community.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony at Columbus Public Plaza marked a major milestone for the Office of Broadband Access and Expansion (OBAE), which awarded a $3.7 million grant through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to Valley TeleCom Group for the project.
Valley TeleCom Group has installed nearly 50 miles of optic fiber since construction Read More
Reps. Stansbury, Vasquez, And Leger Fernández Introduce SNAP BACK Act To Protect Families From Federal Shutdown And Prevent Cuts To Food Assistance
U.S. CONGRESS News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the Trump administration plans to cut off food assistance for 42 million Americans on November 1, U.S. Reps. Melanie Stansbury (NM-01), Gabe Vasquez (NM-02), and Teresa Leger Fernández (NM-03) introduced the SNAP BACK Act to ensure that no child, parent, elder, or veteran goes hungry because of the Administration’s refusal to release SNAP benefits.
The SNAP BACK Act guarantees funding for SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) and WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) during the current government Read More
