Friends Of History Presents First Wednesday September ZOOM Lecture On The Genizaro
NMHM News:
Coming in September, from the Friends of History of the New Mexico History Museum, a first Wednesday lecture on the rarely told and often misunderstood history of the Genizaro.
Nación Genízara: Ethnogenesis, Place, and Identity in New Mexico will be presented by Moises Gonzales, Associate Professor, Urban Design; Chair, School of Architecture and Planning, University of New Mexico, from 12–1 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 3. The presentation will be streamed on YouTube.
Overview:
Genizaros are descendants of 18th and 19th Century Indian captives who, to varying degrees, were Read More
New Mexico State Fair Adds Park & Ride Service For 2025
STATE News:
The New Mexico State Fair has added park and ride services for the 2025 State Fair event to help ease traffic and congestion during prime hours at the Fair.
Park and ride buses will pick up fairgoers at Coronado Center on Saturdays and Sundays only (Sept. 6-7 and Sept. 13-14).
“We want to make getting to the Fair as easy and seamless as possible, so you spend less time in traffic and more time enjoying everything the State Fair has to offer,” Fair General Manager Dan Mourning said. “Not only does park and ride provide expedited transportation into the Fair, but you have the added benefit of Read More
Interfaith Coalition On Homelessness Announces Aug. 13 Talk: ‘A Game Changer Clinic Is Opening In The Valley’
Dr. Eric Ketcham
By TYLER TAYLOR, MD
From Interfaith Coalition on Homelessness:
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Odds are that you have not heard about the rapidly growing availability in our area of more successful and evidence-based treatment for addiction disorders. There are four clinics now offering this medically assisted treatment (MAT) in Española, and steadily more local people are now getting such help.
The most dramatic increase in such resources, though, is coming online this month Read More
WildEarth Guardians Welcomes New Executive Director
Sean Stevens, Executive Director of WildEarth
WILDEARTH News:
SANTA FE — Following a national search, the Board of Directors of WildEarth Guardians is delighted to welcome Sean Stevens as the organization’s next Executive Director. The Board, led by Gay Dillingham, unanimously confirmed the selection of Stevens for this leadership position.
“I’m incredibly excited for the opportunity to lead WildEarth Guardians at this critical time for the West,” Sean Stevens said, WildEarth Guardians’ new Executive Director. “It is an honor to be joining this team, whom I’ve gotten to know as a savvy Read More
Grant Recipients Get To The Heart Of New Mexico’s Musical Experiences And Traditions
Credit: New Mexico Arts © 2025
NMMC News:
SANTE FE — Sparking curiosity, creating musical understanding, hosting immersive concerts, and exposing people to various musical traditions are some of the goals of the 12 organizations receiving funding from the New Mexico Music Commission’s Music in the Community Grants Program. The Music Commission announces awardees for the 2026 season.
“The New Mexico Music Commission appreciates the chance to contribute to the vibrant music community within our state,” commission chair Carlos Medina said.
The 12 organizations, located Read More
NMED Issues Rule Banning Synthetic Hemp Manufacturing
NMED News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Environment Department this week issued an emergency rule banning the production of synthetic cannabinoids — man-made substances like Delta-8 THC — found in some hemp products sold in stores across the state.
These synthetic versions of THC, the primary intoxicating chemical found in cannabis, are often made using chemical processes that can pose serious health risks when inhaled or consumed. Health effects of these products include anxiety, confusion, seizures, trouble breathing, and even death.
The new rule blocks manufacturers from making intoxicating Read More
State Ethics Commission Announces Settlement Agreement With New Mexico Safety Over Profit
NMEC News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico State Ethics Commission has reached a settlement agreement with New Mexico Safety Over Profit (NMSOP), resolving allegations that NMSOP failed to comply with provisions of the Lobbyist Regulation Act during its 2024 advertising campaign opposing medical malpractice reform.
Section 2-11-6(I) of the Lobbyist Regulation Act mandates that organizations conducting advertising campaigns for the purpose of lobbying register with the Secretary of State and disclose campaign-related expenditures and contributions.
On June 10, 2025, the Commission Read More
New Mexico Actors Lab Announces Fall 2025 Season
NM Actors Lab News:
SANTA FE — Emily Rankin, Artistic Director of the New Mexico Actors Lab, has announced the Fall Season of three engaging and compelling plays by award-winning playwrights: Cowboy Mouth by Sam Shepard and Patti Smith (Sept. 11-28), Paula Vogel’s Pulitzer Prize-winning How I Learned to Drive (Oct. 16-Nov. 2), and The Half Life of Marie Curie by Lauren Gunderson (Nov. 20-Dec. 7).
Tickets are now on sale at the NMAL website, www.nmactorslab.com. Fall Season Flex Passes are $96 (a 20% discount off three regular admissions). Individual tickets are $40, with discounted tickets Read More
FBI: Woman Indicted For Child Abuse Resulting In Death
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Zuni woman has been indicted on federal charges for her alleged role in the death of a minor child.
According to court documents, on January 26, 2025, Miranda Cachini, 26, an enrolled member of the Zuni Pueblo, allowed a minor child to be placed in a dangerous situation which resulted in the child’s death.
Cachini is charged with abuse of a child resulting in death and will remain in third-party custody pending trial, which has not yet been scheduled. If convicted, Cachini faces up to 18 years in prison.
U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison and Philip Russell, Acting Special Read More
Weekly Fishing Report: Aug. 11, 2025
By GEORGE MORSE
Sports and Outdoors
Los Alamos Daily Post
Streamflows remain low in many parts of New Mexico. Unfortunately, the early predictions for the upcoming winter are for a weak La Nina pattern. La Nina usually means lower precipitation and warmer than average temperatures.
One river that seems to be holding up well is the Pecos River. The Eastern slopes of the Sangre de Cristo mountains have been getting more monsoon rain than North-Central and Northwestern New Mexico.
Some of the best fishing will be found below dams. Water released from the bottom of the lakes will be cooler so Read More
