BY PATRICK LOHMANN / Source NM New Mexico’s House candidates reported nearly $1.5 million donated in recent weeks to their campaigns. The filings come three weeks ahead of the June 4 primary election. Candidates were required to report by midnight May 14 all donations they received and how they spent it between April 2 and May […]
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Secretary of State Opens Online Absentee Ballot Requests and Permanent Absentee List Sign-Up for Primary Election
SANTA FE – Registered voters in New Mexico can now request an absentee ballot for the 2024 Primary Election at NMVOTE.ORG, the Secretary of State’s voter information portal. All registered voters in New Mexico can apply for, receive, and vote with an absentee ballot. This year, voters can also voluntarily opt-in to be part of the […]
Pro-Palestinian protests dwindle on campuses as some US college graduations marked by defiant acts
By MORIAH BALINGIT Associated Press A tiny contingent of Duke University graduates opposed pro-Israel comedian Jerry Seinfeld speaking at their commencement in North Carolina Sunday, with about 30 of the 7,000 students leaving their seats and chanting “free Palestine” amid a mix of boos and cheers. Some waved the red, green, black and white Palestinian […]
Heinrich Celebrates Buffalo Tract Victory in Placitas
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich joined Placitas-area residents on May 6 in celebrating the withdrawal of more than 4,000 acres of land from mineral leasing, including gravel mining. The community gathering of about 100 residents and several tribal officials was held at the Placitas Winery. Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland officially withdrew the area, including […]
How to vote
Do I need to present identification when I vote? What identification do I need to provide when I vote? A physical form of identification is only required for first-time New Mexico voters who registered by mail and did not include identification with their voter registration application form. Otherwise, you will be asked to provide a […]
Placitas Studio Tour Expected to Draw Thousands
The annual Placitas Studio Tour kicks off this Mother’s Day weekend featuring 79 artists, 61 studios and seven neighborhoods. The tour is now in its 27th year and welcomes thousands of visitors to Placitas. The tour is scheduled for 10 am to 5 pm, on Saturday and Sunday, May 11 and 12. With the help […]
Sandoval County Holds Voter Roll Event
To proactively ensure the accuracy of voter rolls and facilitate a seamless election process, the Sandoval County Clerk’s Office organized a voter rolls accuracy event May 6 at the County Administration building. The goal was to help registered voters in Sandoval County who wanted to verify their voter registration details or make updates ahead of […]
Letter to the Editor: Reinvigorated the Placitas Chamber of Commerce
By Jean Roberts The Placitas Chamber of Commerce is re-energized after a slowdown during and after the pandemic. The Chamber is a nonprofit organization that supports the Placitas community in many ways, and it is not affiliated with the national organization. Members of the Chamber include local businesses, as well as nonprofits such as local […]
The blind spot in the state’s most expensive election so far this year
By DANIELLE PROKOP AND PATRICK LOHMANN / Source NM The primary race for Albuquerque’s top prosecutor job is the most expensive in the state so far, between incumbent Sam Bregman and challenger Damon Martinez. But a gap in disclosure laws means voters have less information about one candidate’s finances and potential conflicts than the other’s. The sharp increase […]
Early voting begins today for statewide primaries
BY PATRICK LOHMANN / Source NM County clerks’ offices across the state are open today for early voting for the June 4 primary elections. The ballot includes state lawmakers from across New Mexico competing for spots on the general election ballot. Voters will also see primary races for congressional, county and local seats including water commissions. […]
