Bipartisan Public Lands Caucus Supports America The Beautiful Act, Funding America’s Best Idea On Country’s 250th Birthday
Public Lands Caucus News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a major bipartisan push for conservation and outdoor access, U.S. Representatives Gabe Vasquez (NM-02), Ryan Zinke (MT-01), Mike Simpson (ID-02), and Debbie Dingell (MI-06)—the co-chairs of the Bipartisan Public Lands Caucus—were joined by 14 members of the Caucus to support the America the Beautiful Act on the eve of America’s 250th.
The bipartisan bill reauthorizes the Legacy Restoration Fund, investing $1.9 billion over the next five years in our national parks, forests, and public lands across America. This funding will speed up deferred Read More
LANL 2026 Summer Physics Camp Celebrates 10 Years Of Student Curiosity And Creativity
A Music House: Student Aryl L. Villa of Silver City demonstrates the electronic grand piano in her Santa Fe Opera House model to LANL Director Thom Mason and U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich. Photo by David Moore/LANL
Robotic Hand Meet Your Creator: A robotic hand was created and decorated by 8th grader Hina Sherhata, of Hilo, HI with floral motifs inspired by the legends and volcanic landscapes of the Big Island. Photo by Mark MacInnes/ladailypost.com
Group Shot: Students, mentors, and invited guests celebrate the conclusion of the 10th Annual Summer Physics Camp in Santa Fe. Photo by David Moore/ Read More
U.S. Forest Service Seeks Public Comment On Proposed Rule To Modernize Directives System
Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz
USFS News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) is inviting public comment on a proposed rule to modernize its directives system—the agency’s internal documentation that guides how employees carry out their work. The proposal would redefine the agency’s manual and handbooks to reduce procedural burdens, encourage innovation and return decision-making authority to employees closest to the land.
“Today, the Forest Service maintains more than 900 chapters of national guidance and thousands of additional regional and unit-level supplements,” Read More
State Awards $24.5 Million Under Behavioral Health Reform Law To Help Communities Move From Planning To Action
Health Cabinet Secretary Kari Armijo
NMHCA News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico approved the first round of funding under the Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act, known as SB3, awarding approximately $24.5 million to expand mental health, substance use disorder treatment and crisis services across all 13 behavioral health regions.
“This funding is about helping communities move from planning to action,” said Kari Armijo, cabinet secretary for the New Mexico Health Care Authority. “Regions have identified what their communities need most, and these investments will help expand services Read More
FBI: Woman Pleads Guilty To Assault With Dangerous Weapon
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Prewitt, N.M. woman pleaded guilty to stabbing a man during a dispute. According to court documents, on Jan. 6, 2026, Naomi Martinez, 24, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, kicked and stabbed John Doe in the face, head and neck with a kitchen knife, causing serious bodily harm.
Martinez pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon and faces up to 10 years in prison at sentencing.
First Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison and Justin A. Garris, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Albuquerque Field Office, made the announcement of Read More
County: 4th Of July Spectacular-2026 Schedule
COUNTY News:
The 4th of July is almost here, and Los Alamos County is ready to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. This year’s 4th of July Spectacular will take place 4-10 p.m. Saturday at Overlook Park in White Rock.
Important items to note for this year’s 4th of July Spectacular Event:
The Main event location will be Dara Jones Soccer Field, not Spiro Field;
Spirio Field is closed to pedestrians and spectators;
Only limited Handicapped Parking will be allowed within Overlook Park;
Atomic City Transit Riders will have to walk from the normal bus pick-up/drop-off location at Spirio Field Read More
NM Volleyball Coach Inducted Into NFHS Hall Of Fame
Flo Valdez and NMAA Executive Director Dusty Young. Courtesy photo
Flo Valdez during press conference. Full video can be viewed here. Courtesy photo
NMAA News:
On Monday, New Mexico’s longtime volleyball coach Flo Valdez was officially inducted into the National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Valdez and the Class of 2026 was honored at the 43rd induction ceremony of the National High School Hall of Fame, which was held at the 107th NFHS Summer Meeting in Salt Lake City, UT. A video of the induction ceremony can be found here.
Valdez is one of 12 individuals selected Read More
McCauley Springs Fire Update: July 1, 2026
PatRick crew mopping up along fireline June 29, 2026. Courtesy photo
USFS News:
Acres: 712
Containment: 43%
Start Date: June 24, 2026
Location: Jemez Ranger District, east of Battleship Rock
Cause: Undetermined
Fuels: Timber, grass & understory, hardwood litter
Personnel: 386
Highlights: Crews from the McCauley Springs Fire assisted local units in responding to a new start within the Valles Caldera National Preserve yesterday. The 6.8 acre Rendocito Fire near PC03 Road received water drops from helicopters, and an engine and three squads of hotshots were able to assist in quickly Read More
Forest Service Publishes Proposed Rule To Redefine, Streamline Guidance For Employees
USFS News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Forest Service is inviting public comment on a proposed rule to modernize its directives system – the agency’s internal documentation that guides how employees carry out their work. The proposal would redefine the agency’s manual and handbooks to reduce procedural burdens, encourage innovation and return decision-making authority to employees closest to the land.
“Today, the Forest Service maintains more than 900 chapters of national guidance and thousands of additional regional and unit-level supplements,” Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz Read More
McCauley Spring Fire Update: June 30, 2026
USFS News:
Acres: 712
Containment: 43%
Start Date: June 24, 2026
Location: Jemez Ranger District, east of Battleship Rock
Cause: Undetermined
Fuels: Timber, grass & understory, hardwood litter
Personnel: 384
Highlights: While the fire remains smoldering and creeping through dry fuels, suppression efforts Read More
