Andy Welch New Director Of New Mexico VA
STATE news:Valles Caldera Trust Plans Prescribed Burn
The Valles Caldera in summer. Courtesy/VCTVCT News:
The Valles Caldera Trust is planning a prescribed burn project on the Valles Caldera National Preserve that will begin as early as next Wednesday, Nov. 12 and last for one to three days.
The prescribed burn will target up to 1,471 acres of grass in the Valle Grande, adjacent to NM Highway 4 near mile marker 39.2. Some traffic delays may occur during the ignition phases of the burn but road closures are not expected.
If conditions permit, burn operations will occur during midday in order minimize impacts to morning and afternoon commuter traffic Read More
Taos County Historical Society Hosts Christmas Luncheon
TCHS News:
The Taos County Historical Society will host its annual Christmas Luncheon at noon Sunday, Dec. 7 in the Los Vaqueros Dining Room of the Sagebrush Inn, 1508 Paseo Del Pueblo Sur, in Taos.
Menu selections offer a choice of three entrees at $25 per person, and includes a salad, dessert, tea and gratuity. Reservations and payment is due by Nov. 27 to TCHS, PO Box 2447, Taos NM 87571. For more information, call Ernestina Cordova, president, at 575.770.0681.
Thomas A. Romero, executive director of the Northern Rio Grande National Heritage Area will be the speaker and his presentation is “Sustaining Read More
Rail Runner Express Launches Pilot Program To Provide Free Annual Passes For Veterans
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE – Just in time for Veterans Day, the New Mexico Rail Runner Express is launching a pilot program that gives veterans with a VHIC (VA Medical ID card an annual pass to ride the train for free!
The program starts this Veterans’ Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11 and runs through Dec. 31 of next year.
“The Rail Runner initiative is another key link the veterans of our highly rural state,” said Secretary Timothy Hale, New Mexico Department of Veterans’ Services. “The ability for veterans all along the Rail Runner corridor to utilize a variety of regional and community transit systems Read More
WIPP Reports Air Monitoring Results Following Fan Restart
WIPP News:
Laboratory results from air samplers located on and around the WIPP facility following the restart of the 860A fan Oct. 21 showed minimal levels of radioactive contamination detected at two of the on‐site air sampling locations.
The levels were well below that which would impact worker health or the environment, according to WIPP.
The 860A fan, which is part of the underground ventilation and filtration system, ran for approximately two months following the radiological incident before being taken off‐line for maintenance. Since that time, the 860B
or the 860C fans have been operating Read More
EPA, DOE Release 2015 Fuel Economy Guide For Car Buyers
EPA/DOE News:
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE) today released the 2015 Fuel Economy Guide, providing consumers with a valuable resource to help them choose the most fuel-efficient and low greenhouse gas emitting vehicles that meet their needs.
In comparison to previous years, the 2015 models include a greater number of fuel efficient and low-emission vehicles in a broader variety of classes and sizes.
“Automakers’ innovation is thriving, and Americans are benefiting from new consumer choices that limit carbon emissions and slow the effects Read More
U.S. Treasury Awards $4.4 Million To New Mexico To Aid Small Business And Economic Development
Deputy Treasury Secretary Sarah Bloom Raskin
STATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Treasury Department today announced that New Mexico has received $4,477,239 in State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) funds to help small businesses access the capital they need to grow and create jobs.
To date, $13,168,350 in SSBCI funds have been disbursed to the New Mexico Economic Development Department and the New Mexico Finance Authority to support businesses and the local economy.
“Small businesses are the engines of our nation’s economy, and they need access to capital in order to expand Read More
Santa Fe National Forest Waives Fees For Veterans Day
FOREST SERVICE News:
SANTA FE – The Santa Fe National Forest will waive fees at many recreation sites and amenities over the Veterans Day weekend from Nov. 8-11.
“We honor our veterans each Nov. 11 and every other day of the year,” U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell said. “We hope that this time will serve as a way for our veterans and other visitors to find our national forests and grasslands as a year-round respite, a place where they can take time out for themselves.”
Fees at all national forests and grasslands will be waived at many day-use sites, such as picnic grounds and developed trailheads, Read More
DOE Announces New Investments In Gasification Research
DOE News:
- Advanced Technologies Improve Gasification Systems, Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, as part of the Administration’s all-of-the-above energy approach, the Department of Energy has selected four projects to receive funding for next-generation gasification systems that also reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions.
Awardees will receive approximately $16 million to advance the gasification process, which converts carbon-based materials like coal into syngas for use as power, chemicals, hydrogen, and transportation fuels.
“By partnering with Read More
Los Alamos Police Sgt. Daniel Roberts Selected Commander Of Army National Guard 1209th ASMC
Capt. Daniel Roberts, left, of Los Alamos in front of 1209th ASMC with 1SG Bowyer. Photo by L&L productions
Capt. Daniel Roberts of Los Alamos with his wife Kim Roberts and grandfather Merle Roberts, a WWII Navy veteran. Photo by L&L productions
COMMUNITY News:
Daniel Roberts, a sergeant with the Los Alamos Police Department, has served 12 years with the United States Army and holds the rank of captain. At a Change of Command Ceremony Sunday, Nov. 2 in Albuquerque, Roberts became Commander of the Army National Guard 1209th ASCM (Area Support Medical Company).
The 1209thASMC is made up Read More
