NMDGF Resumes Debit, Credit Card Sales; Resolves Payment Processing System, Online License Sales Issues
NMDGF News:
SANTA FE — Issues affecting the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish’s payment processing system have been resolved, allowing the Department to process credit and debit cards for license and permit purchases.
Licenses and permits can now be purchased in-person using debit or credit cards at Department offices and vendors statewide, as well as through the Department’s online licensing system.
“We appreciate our customers’ patience,” Department director Mike Sloane said. “We know this situation was inconvenient and frustrating Read More
FBI: Brothers Sentenced For Child Exploitation
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE –—Two brothers were sentenced for sexually abusing a minor, with one receiving 204 months in prison and the other 135 months.
There is no parole in the federal system.
According to court documents, between 2019 and 2022, Dustin Roy Rockmen, 33, of Navajo, New Mexico, and Kenzie Roy Rockmen, 26, of Hunters Point, Arizona, both enrolled members of the Navajo Nation, used electronic communications to coerce a minor and engage in sexual acts with the child.
Dustin and Kenzie both pled guilty to one count of coercion and enticement of a minor. Upon their release from prison, Dustin Read More
FBI: Shiprock Man Charged With Assault And Federal Firearms Offenses
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Shiprock man is facing federal charges for firing multiple rounds at two people during a domestic dispute on the Navajo Nation.
According to court documents, on Aug. 1, 2025, Bryson Chee, 42, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, who had been drinking and behaving erratically, arrived at a residence in Shiprock as a passenger in a vehicle with two others. After exiting the vehicle, Chee retrieved a handgun, pointed it at the occupants, and then began shooting as they attempted to drive away. A nearby witness and child took cover as shots were fired. Investigators later Read More
New Mexico Archaeology Field Training Program Now Accepting Applications
NMDA News:
SANTA FE — The Office of Archaeological Studies (OAS) in partnership with the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA), is launching the New Mexico Archaeology Field Training Program, a new educational and workforce development initiative for aspiring archaeological field professionals.
Funded by the New Mexico Legislature in 2025, this statewide pilot program offers immersive, hands-on training designed to prepare participants for employment on professional archaeological projects. The program is open to permanent New Mexico residents and will run from September Read More
Flooding Recovery Event In Ruidoso Offers Free Legal Assistance And Donations Of Supplies
Part of the donations from state court personnel for a flooding recovery event on Saturday in Ruidoso. Courtesy/Twelfth Judicial District Court
Chief Justice David K. Thomson. Courtesy/New Mexico Supreme Court
NMSC News:
RUIDOSO – People recovering from recent flooding in Ruidoso can receive free legal help on Saturday and pick up donated goods ranging from clothing and nonperishable food to school and cleaning supplies.
The legal fair and relief effort will occur from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Eastern New Mexico University-Ruidoso Branch Community College at 709 Mechem Drive in Ruidoso. Read More
Dr. Yousef Aljamal To Share Stories Of Gaza At SALA’s Free Palestine Summer Series Sept. 10
Dr. Yousef Aljamal
COMMUNITY News:
The second featured speaker of the Free Palestine Summer Series is Dr. Yousef Aljamal, a Palestinian refugee, writer, and activist who serves as the Gaza Coordinator for the Palestine Activism Program with the American Friends Service Committee (AFSC). He will speak at 7 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 10 at SALA, following a viewing of the Promised Land Museum from 5–7 p.m.
Dr. Aljamal’s presentation comes in the shadow of a devastating personal loss. Aug. 7, an Israeli airstrike killed his sister Somaiya, her husband Anas, and two of their daughters, Hoor and Sham. Read More
NFIB August Jobs Report: Unfilled Job Openings Continue To Decline
NFIB News:
SANTA FE — NFIB’s August jobs report found that 32% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in August, down 1 point from July. The last time unfilled job openings fell below 32% was in July 2020. Twenty-eight percent have openings for skilled workers (down 1 point), and 13% have openings for unskilled labor (up 1 point).
“While the economy appears to be doing well, small businesses are scaling back on job openings,” Chief Economist Bill Dunkelberg said. “Small business owners with job openings are still looking for qualified applicants, Read More
Governor Announces Special Session To Begin Oct. 1
From the Office of the Governor:
SANTA FE – As deep federal budget cuts threaten to compound the challenges facing New Mexico communities, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that she will call lawmakers into a special session starting Oct. 1 to find solutions and mitigate harm.
“New Mexicans should not be forced to shoulder these heavy burdens without help from their elected officials,” Lujan Grisham said. “After discussions with legislative leaders, we’ve resolved to do everything possible to protect essential services and minimize the damage from President Trump’s disastrous Read More
State Treasurer Continues Statewide Tour, Webinar Series To Empower New Mexicans & Celebrate National Financial Literacy Day
STATE News:
SANTA FE — To mark National Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill, hosted by the Jump$tart Coalition and the National Endowment for Financial Education, State Treasurer Laura M. Montoya is continuing her Financial Fitness School Tour and Financial Fitness Webinar Series in partnership with J.P. Morgan.
The Financial Fitness School Tour introduces financial literacy education directly into classrooms across New Mexico to teach and contextualize foundational budgeting, saving, and money management skills for all ages. By visiting schools that either already have or are Read More
Las Cruces Awarded $11 Million For Housing Projects
Courtesy photo
NMDWS News:
LAS CRUCES– Las Cruces and Doña Ana County will receive $11 million for housing initiatives as part of a $120 million statewide investment announced by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham.
The strategy aims to expand attainable housing, create pathways out of homelessness and improve public safety across New Mexico. The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions’ (NMDWS) Office of Housing will oversee distribution of the funds.
“A home offers security, hope and the chance to put dreams about the future into action,” Lujan Grisham said. “With these investments, Read More
