Business
Back-To-School Tax-Free Holiday Weekend, Opportunity To Shop Small July 25–27
BUSINESS News:
SANTA FE — Ahead of the annual New Mexico Gross Receipts Tax Holiday, NFIB New Mexico is encouraging consumers to shop small. Beginning on Friday, July 25, through the weekend, the state suspends the collection of gross receipts tax on sales of certain items so consumers can purchase the items tax-free. This is a great opportunity to support local businesses.
“Main Street businesses are the foundation of our economy, creating good-paying jobs and supporting charitable organizations that keep our communities thriving,” NFIB State Director Jason Espinoza said. “When Read More
21st International Folk Art Market Sets Organizational Record
Multicolores at the IFAM Sustainability tent 2025. Photo © Christine Alexander
ART News:
SANTA FE — The International Folk Art Market (IFAM) has announced a record-breaking $3.88 million in sales during its 21st annual market that ran July 10-13, 2025, at the Railyard Park in Santa Fe.
In addition to this year’s record sales, IFAM hosted 20,000 visitors who attended to shop and interact with approximately 150 artists and cooperatives from 57 countries.
This is the first time since the pandemic that IFAM attendance has crossed the 20,000-visitor mark.
“In a world that too often divides us, the Read More
New Mexico Tourism Dept. Awards $3.8 Million To 45 Entities Through Cooperative Marketing Grant Program For FY26
NMTD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Tourism Department (NMTD) is awarding $3.8 million in grant funding to 45 entities, including $109,000 to Los Alamos County, through the Cooperative Marketing Grant Program for fiscal year 2026.
NMTD will again be instituting a 2-to-1 funding match for FY26, meaning the financial commitment from NMTD is double what grant partners are contributing for the fiscal year. As a result of the department’s 2-to-1 commitment, the total advertising investment for this program in FY26 will be $5.7 million.
“Continuing to administer this program with 2-to-1 matching Read More
Los Alamos Makers Now Accepting Applications For Free 3D Printing Summer School For High School Students
Los Alamos Makers News:
Los Alamos Makers is excited to announce a unique opportunity for high school students to dive into the world of 3D printing and design through a 4-day intensive summer school, held at Los Alamos Makers.
The program is completely free and open to students from underserved communities, including those in Española Valley, Pojoaque, and surrounding tribal communities.
The 3D Printing Summer School will welcome high school students to explore the exciting intersection of creativity, engineering, and technology.
Participants will:
- Learn Computer-Aided Design (CAD)
Houck: Buyer Tips For Making A Successful Offer In Today’s Market
By DAVID HOUCK
Qualifying Broker
Atomic Realty, LLC
While there are no guarantees when making an offer, the list below includes strategies we believe will help maximize your chances of success.
Negotiate your Broker Commission and sign a short time period agreement prior to engaging a broker. Ask your broker how to terminate your agreement if you want to change brokers.
If you’re planning to ask the seller to cover your broker’s commission, remember it reduces their net and may weaken your offer compared to others. All commissions are negotiable—talk to your broker about negotiating your Read More
FBI: $4.9 Million Secured For Ayudando Guardians Fraud Scheme Victims Through Settlement, Asset Forfeiture
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico announced Friday the recovery of $4.9 million for victims of the Ayudando Guardians fraud scheme. The U.S. Department of Justice has retained a third-party administrator to assist with disbursing the funds to victims of the decade-long embezzlement scheme that exploited vulnerable individuals under guardianship.
The U.S. Marshals Service demanded coverage from Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America (Travelers) under a “Wrap + Crime” policy for the losses sustained due to the criminal acts of Read More
EDD Awards $800K LEDA Grant To Navitas Global In Portales
Navitas Global in Portales has been awarded LEDA funds of $800,000 to create 31 jobs with an estimated annual payroll of $1.9 million and a capital investment of up to $42 million. Courtesy/Navitas Global
EDD News:
SANTA FE — Navitas Global, an advanced ethanol production facility in Portales, has been awarded LEDA assistance to add jobs and expand operations through a program administered by the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD).
Navitas specializes in converting whey derivatives, a sugar-rich byproduct of dairy processing, into advanced biofuels and high-protein animal Read More
UNM-LA On Another Successful Community Internship Collaboration Connecting Students With Local Businesses
Daisy Arevalo-Rodriguez, left, with mentor Megan Hesselink of Los Alamos Arts Council. Courtesy/UNM-LA
Jovanna Blea is prepping a loom at Española Valley Fiber Arts Center. Courtesy/UNM-LA
Rheanna Esparza (right) with her mentor Jordan Ray from Valles Caldera National Preserve. Courtesy/UNM-LA
UNM-LA News:
UNM-Los Alamos (UNM-LA) has announced the continued success of its Community Internship Collaboration (CIC) program, which provided valuable hands-on experience to students during the spring 2025 semester while supporting the needs of local organizations.
During the spring, Read More
Company Reviving Long-Shuttered Ethanol Plant Receives Support Through New Mexico EDD
Courtesy/Navitas Global
EDD News:
SANTA FE — Navitas Global, an advanced ethanol production facility in Portales, has been awarded LEDA assistance to add jobs and expand operations through a program administered by the New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD).
Navitas specializes in converting whey derivatives, a sugar-rich byproduct of dairy processing, into advanced biofuels and high-protein animal feed.
Ethanol, a renewable biofuel made from plants, is gaining attention as a green alternative to fossil fuels. Climate solutions and green and sustainable energy are top Read More