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Bandelier Offers Reward for Information on Elk Poaching

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Courtesy photo

BANDELIER News:

Between 6:15 a.m. and 7:15 a.m. Monday, Nov. 25, an elk was poached within Bandelier National Monument. The incident occurred along N.M. 4, west of the Sandoval and Los Alamos County Line, between mile markers 45 and 46. To someone driving past the suspect vehicle, it may have appeared to be stuck in the snow on the shoulder/ditch on the north side of the road.

Anyone who has any information they believe may be related is asked to call 505-672-3861 extension 402 or 401.  

A reward is being offered for information leading Read More

General Dynamics Hiring More than 200 New Employees in Las Cruces

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Courtesy/GDIT

 

STATE News:

 

SANTA FE – Gov. Susana Martinez and Economic Development Secretary Jon Barela announce the creation of 200 new jobs at the General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) Las Cruces location. The company, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), will also be adding 20,000 square feet to its existing facility.

“As a leader in the aerospace, health care, and defense industries, we are excited that General Dynamics Information Technology chose Las Cruces as the site of its latest expansion,” Martinez said. “In addition to our efforts to develop Read More

USDA Urges Shoppers to Support Local Businesses

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USDA Rural Development State Director Terry Brunner. Courtesy

USDA News:

ALBUQUERQUE – USDA Rural Development State Director Terry Brunner is urging everyone to support local small businesses this Small Business Saturday celebration this week end.

“Please take time to thank the small business owners in your community for their contributions to the local economy by purchasing their products and services,” Brunner said.

His comments coincide with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) partnership with the White House and the Small Business Administration’s support of small businesses Read More

Help Your Community … Shop Local This Holiday Season

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U.S. SENATE News:

  • Udall Cosponsors “Small Business Saturday” resolution in U.S. Senate

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Tom Udall issued the following statement announcing his cosponsorship of a resolution to designate Nov. 30, 2013, as “Small Business Saturday” and to increase awareness of the importance of locally owned small businesses. On Saturday, Udall will visit Albuquerque small businesses to talk to owners and shoppers about the important role small business plays in our economy.

“Small businesses have been the economic foundation of communities across America Read More

Governor to Light New Mexico State Christmas Tree

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Christmas candle. Courtesy photo

 

STATE News:

 

SANTA FE – Gov. Susana Martinez will participate in the annual lighting of the New Mexico State Christmas Tree Monday in Santa Fe.

 

The public is invited to attend this event and hot apple cider and biscochitos will be served.

 

When: Monday Dec. 2, 5:15 p.m.

 

Where: Southwest corner of State Capitol Grounds, 490 Old Santa Fe Trail. Read More

Udall, Heinrich Announce $1.49 Million Federal Grant for Innovation Center

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U.S. SENATE News:
 
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Tom Udall and Martin Heinrich announced federal funding to help develop a new high-tech business district in Albuquerque.
 
STC.UNM, the technology-transfer and economic-development arm of the University of New Mexico (UNM), will receive a $1,498,048 grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) to go toward the purchase of property to be developed into an innovation center between downtown Albuquerque’s central business district and the University of New Mexico. The City of
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Saturday: Udall to Discuss Toy Safety

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STATE News:

  • Udall, CPSC, UNM to provide tips to help parents avoid hazards, keep kids safe during the holidays

ALBUQUERQUE – As the holiday shopping season begins, parents across New Mexico will head to the stores to buy children’s gifts. Saturday, Nov. 30, U.S. Sen. Tom Udall will hold an informational news conference at UNM Children’s Hospital to announce tips that will help parents ensure the toys they buy are safe for their kids. Joining Udall at the event will be Commissioner Marietta Robinson of the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and Dr. Loretta Cordova de Read More

Governor Proposes $450,000 for Water Emergencies

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Gov. Susana Martinez

 

STATE News:

 

Plan Will Help Struggling Communities Ensure Safe and Secure Water Supply

 

SANTA FE – Gov. Susana Martinez has announced plans to include in her budget recommendation two new state funds that will support local communities dealing with water emergencies, and help struggling communities come up with sound technical plans for projects and upgrades to prevent such emergencies. Martinez’s proposal seeks to establish a Dry Community Water Emergency Fund and a Technical Assistance Planning Fund.

 

The Dry Community Water Emergency Read More

New Mexicans Show Support for Solar Energy at Santa Fe Town Hall

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STATE News:

SANTA FE– On Friday, New Mexicans from Albuquerque to Taos attended Environment New Mexico’s Go Solar, New Mexico! Town Hall to discuss the vital role of solar power in our state, the importance of further developing renewable energy, and the effects of the Public Regulation Commission recent ruling on renewable energy, which effectively cuts in half the quota of solar energy that New Mexico utilities are required to produce.

“We are the second sunniest state in the nation, with 310 days of sunshine per year. New Mexico should be a national capital of clean solar energy, and produce Read More

Winter Storm Warnings Across New Mexico

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A blanket of snow covers the Pinon Trails neighborhood in White Rock this morning. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

Snow covers the patio of a White Rock home this morning. Photo by Carol A. Clark/ladailypost.com

NWS News:

The National Weather Service reports for the Los Alamos area heavy snow at times with a high near 27, south wind around 10 mph and a total daytime snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible. Tonight there is a 50 percent chance of snow showers, cloudy, with a low around 18 and new snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible. Monday there is a 20 percent chance of snow showers, Read More