Small Volcanic Eruptions Could Be Slowing Global Warming
The Sarychev Peak Volcano, on Matua Island, erupted on June 12, 2009. New research shows that eruptions of this size may contribute more to the recent lull in global temperature increases than previously thought. Courtesy/NASA
AGU News:
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Small volcanic eruptions might eject more of an atmosphere-cooling gas into Earth’s upper atmosphere than previously thought, potentially contributing to the recent slowdown in global warming, according to a new study.
Scientists have long known that volcanoes can cool the atmosphere, mainly by means of sulfur dioxide gas that eruptions Read More
Chamisa Students Participate In Electric Car Challenge
A group of students from Chamisa Elementary School in White Rock participated in an Electric Car Challenge Nov. 22 at Highland High School in Albuquerque for grades 6-8. The Chamisa students took part in the Electric Car Challenge completion, which tests math, science and engineering skills. The group performed well during the initial competition and placed 4th and 8th out of more than 40 teams. The students who participated were Amalia Duffy, Rayna Morales, Eliana Rodriguez, Cameron Haag, Malik Abouda and Lidia Appel (not pictured). The students were mentored by Adelaide JacobsonInmates To Serve Thanksgiving Meals
Secretary Gregg Marcantel
NMCD News:
For the first time ever, the New Mexico Corrections Department (NMCD) will have 50 low level inmates serve Thanksgiving lunch to the homeless and those in need.
We are grateful to our partners at Joy Junction who are always welcoming to our offenders and give them a chance to serve others. We also appreciate the help and coordination of the Convention Center staff to make this happen today at 11 a.m. at the Convention Center in Albuquerque for the Joy Junctions annual holiday meal.
Secretary Gregg Marcantel, executive staff, probation and parole officers Read More
Couple Follows Dream With Cross Country Trek
Mike and Julie Pearson on the road. Mike Pearson joked that if any married couples need counseling, they should try a cross-country walk. You learn a lot about your spouse, he said. Courtesy photoLos Amigos Christmas Tree Sales Begin Friday
Christmas Trees go on sale Friday. Courtesy photo
LOS AMIGOS News:
Los Amigos is working with the Valles Caldera National Preserve to offer Christmas Trees once again. All proceeds from the sale go to help projects on the Preserve including restoration of wetlands, roads, streams and recreation opportunities.
Trees will be sold 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday from Thanksgiving to Christmas at the Valle Grande Staging area just off N.M. 4 between mile marker 39 and 40. Prices for the trees are $25 to $35 and most of the trees are beautiful white fir between 4-feet and 12-feet tall and
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Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel WalletHub Study: New Mexico Has Third Biggest Spenders
STAFF REPORT
WalletHub, a leading personal finance social network has issued an in-depth analysis of 2014’s States with the Biggest Spenders and ranks New Mexico as number three.
On the heels of its recent report on the Best & Worst Retailers for Black Friday Deals, the group sought to identify the states where Americans are spending the most cash. They did so by examining 10 key metrics such as personal spending on various categories, the number of cars per household, and auto and credit card debt.
Spending in New Mexico (1=Biggest; 25=Average)
- 3rd in Personal Expenditure
Governor To Recognize New Mexico True Heroes
Gov. Susana Martinez
STATE News:
Gov. Susana Martinez will be in Albuquerque at 2 p.m. today to recognize the extraordinary citizens being honored as New Mexico True Heroes.
Through a partnership with the Gildan New Mexico Bowl, the New Mexico True Heroes program honors four New Mexicans who contribute to making their communities a better place to live, work, and raise a family.
The Governor will recognize:
- John Masterson, Roswell, is being recognized for his bravery in ceasing a school shooting at Berrendo Middle School in early 2014. Masterson is a married father of three who teaches social
Egolf, Stapleton, Caballero Make Up House Democrats New Leadership Team For 2015-2016
STATE News:
SANTA FE – Democrats in the New Mexico House of Representatives have elected a new Floor Leader, Whip and Caucus Chair for the 52nd Legislature.
Floor Leader Rep. Brian Egolf
Rep. Brian Egolf, D-Santa Fe, who was elected on the first ballot, will represent the Democrats as their new Floor Leader.
Egolf has served in the House since 2009 and has chaired the Energy and Natural Resources Committee.
Minority Whip Rep. Sheryl Williams Stapleton
Rep. Sheryl Williams Stapleton, D-Bernalillo, elected in 1995, will represent the Democrats Read More
Udall, Heinrich Seek Additional Resources For WIPP
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – As Congress finalizes its fiscal year 2015 spending bills, U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich announced they are seeking continued support for funding for the recovery of the Waste Isolation Pilot Plant (WIPP) in Carlsbad.
In a letter to Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, the senators urged them to provide an additional $113 million above 2014 funding levels to ensure ongoing recovery efforts are maintained and the facility can safely resume operation.
WIPP has been closed Read More
