New Mexico’s Bataan Memorial Building Added To National Register Of Historic Places
NMDCA News:
The New Mexico Historic Preservation Division has announced the Bataan Memorial Building, New Mexico’s former state and territorial capitol, has been listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
The addition comes following a cross-department effort from a number of New Mexico state agencies to recognize the historic building’s importance to the state’s history and its memorialization of New Mexico veterans.
The Bataan Memorial Building, located at 407 Galisteo Street in Santa Fe, served as the seat of New Mexico’s government for more than 60 years, first as a territory Read More
State Supreme Court Reaffirms Commitment To Provide Language Services For People Who Don’t Speak English
Supreme Court of New Mexico: Justice Julie J. Vargas (left), Justice Michael E. Vigil, Chief Justice David K. Thomson, Justice C. Shannon Bacon, and Justice Briana H. Zamora. Courtesy/Supreme Court
NMSC News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Supreme Court reaffirmed its commitment to providing access to language services for non-English speakers under New Mexico’s State Law and Constitution.
“The New Mexico Judiciary is committed to upholding our Constitution and the fundamental right to fairness, equality, and due process,” the Court wrote in an open letter to the public. “Without language Read More
ENMU System Receives $22.6 Million In Capital Outlay Funding From The New Mexico State Legislature
ENMU SAS Building Groundbreaking Fall 2024. Courtesy photo
STATE News:
Portales — The Eastern New Mexico University system announced April 17 that it received $22.6 million in capital outlay funding from the New Mexico State Legislature for the 25-26 fiscal year. ENMU-Portales received $11.483 million, ENMU-Roswell received $7.39 million, and ENMU-Ruidoso received $3.68 million.
“This total represents a continued investment by the state in the important work of ENMU,” James Johnston said, ENMU Chancellor. “I appreciate the efforts of all involved in this process, system-wide, our Read More
New Exhibition About Chimayó Pilgrimage At New Mexico History Museum April 26
NMDCA News:
Join the New Mexico History Museum from 1 – 3 p.m., Saturday, April 26 for a free public reception celebrating its new exhibition, “Chimayó: A Tradition of Faith,” as well as free admission to the museum all day.
A special reception celebrating the exhibition, “Chimayó: A Tradition of Faith,” will be hosted by the Women’s Board of the Museum of New Mexico Foundation. Visitors will have the chance to write their own reflections or prayers, similar to the ex-votos, or offerings, left at the Santuario. Special guest author Patricia Trujillo-Oviedo will attend the event Read More
Music Under The Stars At Los Alamos Nature Center Planetarium With Los Alamos Big Band Friday April 25
The planetarium at Los Alamos Nature Center. Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
The Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) announces a special evening of live music and stunning planetarium visuals in celebration of it 25th anniversary 7-8 p.m. Friday, April 25. Music Under the Stars will feature a performance by the Los Alamos Big Band, set against the magical backdrop of the stars.
Following the performance, PEEC will host its 25th Anniversary Earth Day Festival 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at Los Alamos Nature Center, 2600 Canyon Road.
About the Event:
- This unique event combines
DOE Awards Contract For Paducah Infrastructure Support Services To North Wind Dynamics, LLC
DOE News:
Cincinnati — The Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM) announced it is awarding the Paducah Infrastructure Support Services contract to North Wind Dynamics, LLC, a small business from Idaho Falls, Idaho. After a robust selection process, DOE determined the North Wind Dynamics is best suited to manage this contract based on key personnel, organization and management approach, past performance, and value to taxpayers.
The selected contractor will support EM’s mission by performing the following infrastructure support services at the Paducah Site Read More
CDT Completion Act Reintroduced Bicamerally
CDTC News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The bicameral Continental Divide Trail Completion Act was reintroduced last week, sponsored by Sens. Martin Heinrich (NM) and Steve Daines (MT) and Reps. Joe Neguse (CO) and Teresa Leger Fernandez (NM). The bill directs the Secretaries of Agriculture and the Interior to prioritize completion of the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail (CDT) within ten years of enactment.
The CDT was designated as a National Scenic Trail in 1978. Nearly fifty years later, 160 miles of the trail are still routed on highways and busy roadways. These “gap areas” are incompatible Read More
Global Community Science Event Coming To Northern New Mexico April 25 – May 4
PEEC News:
Residents across Northern New Mexico are preparing to join a global community science event with a very local focus: the wildlife in our urban environment.
The City Nature Challenge will happen from April 25 to May 4, with observations of nature taking place April 25 through April 28, and identifications through May 4. Thousands of people from across New Mexico are expected to participate. Their mission: to observe and identify as many species of wild animals, plants, and fungi as they can during the Challenge period – in local parks, neighborhoods, front stoops, and back yards. Read More
Monthly Housing Statistics–An Overview Of The March 2025 Real Estate Market
REAL ESTATE News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico housing market showed strong momentum in March 2025, according to the latest statewide and county-level data compiled by the New Mexico Association of REALTORS®. A comparison of Feb. and March performance indicates robust growth in key metrics such as sales activity, median prices, and market engagement, reflecting sustained demand and renewed confidence among buyers and sellers alike.
Year-to-Date (YTD) Sales climbed significantly, particularly in Bernalillo County, where sales surged by 596 units, up from 992 in Feb. to 1,588 in March. YTD Read More
NMDOT Prepares For Annual Good Friday Pilgrimage To El Santuario De Chimayó
NMDOT News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is actively preparing for the annual Good Friday pilgrimage to El Santuario de Chimayó, a tradition that draws thousands of walkers from across the region.
Crews have been working for weeks to prepare and will start 12-hour shifts this evening and will continue through Saturday to ensure pedestrian safety along key routes.
To support the pilgrimage, NMDOT has implemented a range of safety measures:
- Roadways are being swept, and cattle guards covered to accommodate foot traffic.
- More than 150 orange barrels and approximately
