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Moody’s Upgrades New Mexico To One Of Nation’s Highest Bond Rated States

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Finance Cabinet Secretary Wayne Propst

From the New Mexico Department of Finance and Administration:

SANTA FE — In clear affirmation of New Mexico’s fiscal discipline and leadership, Moody’s Ratings has upgraded the state’s issuer rating to Aa1 from Aa2, placing New Mexico among the top-tier rated states in the country.

“This upgrade is the result of years of smart, disciplined budgeting and strategic investments that benefit every New Mexican,” Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham said.

Moody’s cited New Mexico’s disciplined fiscal management and well-established governance practices, noting Read More

Beso Jewels At Village Arts Saturday, Jan. 17

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ART News:

Visit Beso Jewels this Saturday, Jan. 17 at Village Arts. The birthstone for this month is Garnet and I have a wide selection.

If you are thinking of an engagement ring, I have several and will return on Valentine’s weekend.

10:30 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 17

  • Repairs of all types
  • Custom design
  • Gold and Silver jewelry
  • Silver Coins
  • Appraisals
  • Gemstones, Pearls and Diamonds
  • Layaway
  • I BUY Gold, Silver, & Jewelry in any condition as well as coins, gemstones and diamonds.
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Artist INC Teaches Artists The Business End Of Creative Work In Workshops Across State

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Artist INC workshop participants in Albuquerque in May 2025. Photo by Christine West. Courtesy Mid-America Arts Alliance

NM ARTS News:

SANTA FE — Artists may spend the majority of their days focused on their craft, whether painting, sculpting, filming, or other creative ventures, but in order to make a living, many must also learn the business of their craft. To help artists working in any discipline develop the building blocks to support a thriving and enduring art practice, New Mexico’s federally authorized state arts agency, New Mexico Arts, offered Artist INC, a career development program Read More

New Mexico Unemployment Rate: 4.2% In November 2025

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NMDWS News:

New Mexico’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 4.2 percent in November, down from 4.4 percent the previous year. The national unemployment rate in November was 4.6 percent, up from 4.2 percent in November 2024.

The October 2025 unemployment rates for the U.S. and New Mexico are unavailable due to the 2025 lapse in Federal appropriations.

Total nonagricultural payroll employment grew by 11,600 jobs, or 1.3 percent, between November 2024 and November 2025. The majority of gains came from the private sector. The private sector was up 7,700 jobs, or 1.1 percent, while the Read More

Anytime Fitness To Celebrate Grand Opening Of Second Location In White Rock Jan. 17

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Anytime Fitness White Rock staff, from top left, Personal Trainers Bridger Spearing, Santana Orozco, Marissa Larribas, Ashley Land, Alina Hansell and Sophia Atencio. Bottom row from left, Regional Fitness Director Erin Heintschel, Co-owner Mayah McGowen, Co-owner Mariah Espeset and Owner Nicholas Muller. The new fitness center is at 134 A N.M. 4. Courtesy photo

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Anytime Fitness is expanding in Los Alamos. Owners Nicholas Muller and Mariah Espeset recently opened a second location with business partner Mayah McGowan in White Rock.

“The community has been asking for a second Read More

Los Alamos Medical Center Announces Retirement Of Vicki Martinez And Honors Her For 20 Years Of Dedication

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On her retirement Los Alamos Medical Center’s Vicki Martinez with Interim CEO Tony Young. Courtesy/LAMC

LAMC News:

After more than 20 incredible years at Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC), the hospital has bid a heartfelt farewell to Vicki Martinez as she begins her well-deserved retirement. Martinez has been a cornerstone of the LAMC hospital family, serving as the Executive Assistant in Administration for most of her tenure.

If you’ve ever walked into the administration suite, chances are her warm smile was the first to greet you. Known as the gatekeeper to the executive team, Martinez balanced Read More

Route 66 Centennial Passport Spotlights Businesses In Ten New Mexico MainStreet Districts

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EDD News:

SANTA FE — Ten New Mexico MainStreet districts along the iconic Route 66 highway invite travelers to visit local businesses and collect stickers as part of the Route 66 Centennial Passport program.

Throughout 2026, visitors can collect all ten stickers in their passport rack card from Gallup to Tucumcari as a memorable keepsake during the historic Centennial celebration.

“New Mexico’s iconic stretch of Route 66 is home to many welcoming small businesses,” said Cabinet Secretary Rob Black of the New Mexico Economic Development Department. “We invite all travelers, international Read More

Advanced Space Awarded Phase II Contract For Space Debris Tracking With IARPA

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ADVANCED SPACE News:

WESTMINSTER — Advanced Space, with partners Orion Space Solutions and ExoAnalytic Solutions, was recently awarded a Phase II contract with the IARPA Space Debris Identification and Tracking (SINTRA) program to continue the development of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML) and other novel approaches for the detection, tracking, and characterization of currently non-trackable space debris in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) to Geosynchronous Orbit (GEO). During Phase I, Advanced Space and partners found compelling evidence for using unique phenomena to Read More

Local Love Holiday Contest Announces Week 6 Winner: Laurie Glascock For Village Arts Post

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Image of the sixth winning entry in the Local Love Holiday ‘Snap, Tag, and Share’ contest, submitted by Laurie Glascock, for which she has won the Week 6 $100 Local Love Gift Card for showing her Local Love at Village Arts. Courtesy/Places & Spaces Los Alamos

From Places & Spaces Los Alamos:

Places and Spaces Los Alamos is excited to announce the Week 6 winner of the Local Love Holiday “Snap, Tag, and Share” contest! Congratulations to Laurie Glascock, who has won the Final Week $100 Local Love Gift Card for showing her Local Love at Village Arts. This gift card may be used for Read More

Shin: Thank You Council Vice Chair Ryn Herrmann

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By LISA SHIN
Los Alamos Family Eyecare PC

Dear Councilor Herrmann:

I am extremely grateful that you have requested a discussion about the option of creating a Metropolitan Redevelopment Area (MRA) Commission for the upcoming Jan. 13, 2026, meeting. Currently, the County Council serves as the decision making governing body having authority over the two MRAs in Los Alamos – White Rock and Los Alamos Downtown East.

As you know, I have been a strong advocate for Los Alamos following NM State Statutes governing MRAs and neighboring communities to form a citizen-led MRA Commission.

As in Counties Read More