After moving to Peru with my husband, I travel back to the US for medical care. From New Mexico to Peru: My Journey Back to the US for Healthcare Iquitos: After two years of marriage, my Peruvian husband wanted to return to his home country. I’m all about adventures, so I packed up my life…
Dunkin’ stores in several states report a shortage of doughnuts due to a supplier issue Mysterious Doughnut Shortage Hits Dunkin’ Stores Across the US Omaha: So, it looks like some Dunkin’ stores are running low on doughnuts lately. Customers in places like Nebraska, New Mexico, and Arizona have been showing up only to find empty…
Eliseo Lee Alcon, a beloved former New Mexico representative, passed away at 74 after a battle with liver cancer, leaving behind a legacy of service. Colleagues Honor Former State Rep Eliseo Alcon for His Dedication Milan: Former New Mexico Rep. Eliseo Lee Alcon, a dedicated Democrat, passed away on January 13 at 74 after a…
The state has rebranded its workforce services to align with a national network, enhancing job support. New Mexico Workforce Connection Rebrands as America’s Job Center New Mexico Hobbs: So, New Mexico Workforce Connection just got a makeover! They’re now called America’s Job Center New Mexico. Pretty cool, right? This change is all about fitting in…
A recent homicide in Chimayó may be connected to a $10 debt, according to witness statements and court filings. Chimayó Homicide Linked to $10 Debt, Investigators Say Chimayó: So, there’s been a pretty shocking incident in Chimayó. A man was killed, and it looks like it might be over a $10 debt. Can you believe…
The Empty Stocking Fund helps local families in need during the holidays, but applications are currently paused due to high demand Empty Stocking Fund Aims to Support Community Needs This Holiday Season Santa Fe: The Empty Stocking Fund, run by the Santa Fe Community Foundation and The Santa Fe New Mexican, has been helping locals…
A judge has decided not to make Joseph Shepard return his $1.9 million severance from WNMU while legal issues are sorted out Judge Refuses to Force Shepard to Return $1.9 Million from WNMU Payout Grant County: A state judge recently ruled that Joseph Shepard, the outgoing president of Western New Mexico University, doesn’t have to…
New Mexico officials claim the cannabis tax program is compliant, despite a $6.4 million shortfall in collected taxes. State Declares Cannabis Tax Program ‘Highly Compliant’ Despite $6M Shortfall Santa Fe: So, the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department has revealed a $6.4 million shortfall in cannabis taxes. But they still say the program is “highly…
Fraction Farms is transforming food access and education in New Mexico, providing fresh produce and teaching sustainability to local communities Fraction Farms: Cultivating Community and Food Access in New Mexico Corrales: Fraction Farms is making waves in the Rio Grande Valley. This nonprofit started when Amanda Zich, a high school teacher, saw her students struggling…
Kit Carson Electric Cooperative receives significant funding for green hydrogen initiatives to boost renewable energy in New Mexico Northern NM utility secures $231M for green hydrogen projects Taos: The Kit Carson Electric Cooperative is making big moves in renewable energy. They just got a whopping $231 million from the USDA to kick off green hydrogen…
