Children, Youth, and Families Department Secretary Teresa Casados is retiring from state government after leading comprehensive reforms at one of New Mexico’s most challenging agencies, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced Friday. Casados served as CYFD secretary since January 2024 and previously held the role on an interim basis from May 2023 until her Senate confirmation. […]
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Posted inGeneral Interest, Sandoval County
Sandoval County Extension offers fall programming on gardening, food preservation
The Sandoval County Cooperative Extension Service has announced a series of educational programs scheduled for September and October focusing on gardening, food preservation and composting techniques. The programming kicks off Sunday with the Placitas Garden Tour, according to Bethany Abrahamson, Extension Agriculture Agent for Sandoval County Cooperative Extension Service. “We provide the people of New […]
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Sandoval County honors 18th-century veteran with plaque
A plaque honoring an 18th-century soldier and civic leader was dedicated Thursday at the Sandoval County Administration Building, recognizing what organizers say is the oldest veteran in the county’s recorded history. The marker honors Don Anacleto Bernardo Miera y Pacheco, a Spanish colonial soldier who served 25 years at the Santa Fe Presidio and later […]
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Valles Caldera National Preserve receives approval for enhanced fire management strategy
Valles Caldera National Preserve has received federal approval to implement an expanded fire management plan designed to reduce wildfire risks and promote ecosystem health, the National Park Service announced Wednesday. The NPS approved a Finding of No Significant Impact for the preserve’s Fire Management Plan Environmental Assessment, clearing the way for new wildfire response protocols […]
Posted inEdgewood
Edgewood receives state grant for community cleanup program
The Town of Edgewood has been awarded $10,272 in grant funding from the New Mexico Tourism Department to support its monthly community cleanup initiative. The grant will fund Edgewood’s “Dumpster Days” program during fiscal year 2026, according to a news release from the town. Edgewood was among 71 communities statewide to receive funding this year […]
Posted inNew Mexico
New Mexico launches $15,000 Adventure Pitch Fest for outdoor recreation businesses
New Mexico outdoor recreation businesses can compete for $15,000 in cash prizes through the state’s newly expanded Adventure Pitch Fest, officials announced Wednesday. The reimagined competition, formerly part of the Outdoor Economics Conference, will be held as a standalone event on Nov. 6 at the Rail Yards in Albuquerque, according to the state Economic Development […]
Posted inSanta Fe County
Santa Fe County joins regional Labor Day weekend safety initiative
Residents in Edgewood, Madrid and the rest of Santa Fe County can receive discounted Uber rides during Labor Day weekend through a tri-county program aimed at preventing impaired driving incidents. The “Take A Ride On Us” campaign offers up to $10 credit per trip for a maximum of two rides from 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. […]
Posted inGeneral Interest, Sandoval County
Sandoval County partners with Uber for Labor Day weekend safety campaign
Sandoval County residents can receive up to $10 off Uber rides during Labor Day weekend as part of a regional safety initiative encouraging alternatives to impaired driving. The “Take A Ride On Us” campaign runs from 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 29, through 2 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 2. Participants can use promo code NMLD25 in the […]
Posted inTorrance County
4-H opens enrollment for new program year with over 200 youth projects
The New Mexico 4-H program is now accepting enrollment for its new program year beginning Oct. 1, offering youth participants access to more than 200 different projects and instructor-led programs. The youth development organization, administered through New Mexico State University’s Torrance County Cooperative Extension Service, provides opportunities in shooting sports, food and nutrition, fiber arts, […]
Posted inEast Mountains
Tijeras will soon have a brand new spot for unique drinks and hanging out
By Connor Currrier Starting in September, the Village of Tijeras will have a brand new spot for residents of the community to enjoy. Manzanita, created by Rock Canyon Cider, will be opening in a brand new spot near Roosevelt Manazo school, described as a “beautiful property” with lots of outdoor space at 488 NM-333, Tijeras, […]