New Mexico State Parks is offering an opportunity to enjoy the state’s natural beauty and outdoor recreation with free day-use access to all 35 state parks on Black Friday. According to a press release, visitors can take advantage of this offer Nov. 29 to explore New Mexico’s landscapes — from scenic lakes and mountains to […]
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Outdoor Recreation drives $3.2 billion economic impact in New Mexico
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis released new data last week exhibiting outdoor recreation’s economic impact on New Mexico. According to the latest data from the BEA Outdoor Recreation Satellite Account, outdoor recreation created $3.2 billion in value added for New Mexico, accounting for 2.4% of New Mexico GDP and 29,182 jobs […]
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Outdoor Recreation drives $3.2 billion economic impact in New Mexico
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Economic Analysis released new data last week exhibiting outdoor recreation’s economic impact on New Mexico. According to the latest data from the BEA Outdoor Recreation Satellite Account, outdoor recreation created $3.2 billion in value added for New Mexico, accounting for 2.4% of New Mexico GDP and 29,182 jobs […]
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Edgewood Moves Forward with 3-2 Decision: Controversial Subdivision Approved
After four hours of deliberation, Edgewood’s Planning and Zoning Commission approved the request for a plat (minor) subdivision of two properties on Nov. 21. With a final decision of 3-2 in favor, the Planning and Zoning Commission advised the public that affected parties have the right to appeal the decision within 15 calendar days. Members […]
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Culture war issues take time and understanding
Some 30 years ago, around a Thanksgiving dinner table, a gentleman in my family stated this opinion: Gay people should not be allowed to be schoolteachers because they wanted to recruit children into their way of life. The gentleman was then about 50-ish and had never had more than a superficial acquaintance with anyone he […]
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Culture war issues take time and understanding
Some 30 years ago, around a Thanksgiving dinner table, a gentleman in my family stated this opinion: Gay people should not be allowed to be schoolteachers because they wanted to recruit children into their way of life. The gentleman was then about 50-ish and had never had more than a superficial acquaintance with anyone he […]
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Project 2025 and the New Look of Disaster Recovery
In Roswell’s newly opened FEMA office, people who lost homes and vehicles in October flooding and people who are still trying to get the mold and muck out of their living quarters hope the government will help them get back on their feet. In Ruidoso FEMA ensnared flood and fire victims with red tape. And […]
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Project 2025 and the New Look of Disaster Recovery
In Roswell’s newly opened FEMA office, people who lost homes and vehicles in October flooding and people who are still trying to get the mold and muck out of their living quarters hope the government will help them get back on their feet. In Ruidoso FEMA ensnared flood and fire victims with red tape. And […]
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Letter to the Editor: Senators Heinrich and Lujan should be applauded for their votes on Israeli weapons resolutions
Submitted by Terry Hansen, Milwaukee I want to thank Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Lujan for voting to halt the transfer of offensive weapons to Israel because of its transgressions in the war against Hamas, including Israel’s blocking of U.S. humanitarian aid to Gaza. Unfortunately, despite their courageous votes, the resolutions did not pass. This spring, the […]
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Letter to the Editor: Senators Heinrich and Lujan should be applauded for their votes on Israeli weapons resolutions
Submitted by Terry Hansen, Milwaukee I want to thank Senators Martin Heinrich and Ben Ray Lujan for voting to halt the transfer of offensive weapons to Israel because of its transgressions in the war against Hamas, including Israel’s blocking of U.S. humanitarian aid to Gaza. Unfortunately, despite their courageous votes, the resolutions did not pass. This spring, the […]