Non-Local News Releases
This category will feature news releases from out-of-area government agencies and representatives, as well as events that are not taking place in the four-county area of Grant, Catron, Hidalgo or Luna. For local events please visit Local News Releases.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Wednesday, Oct. 9 at 6 p.m.
The New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) invites you to a public involvement meeting to discuss the study underway for US Highway 60 in Socorro between Mantanza Arroyo (milepost 136.2) and South California Street (milepost 139), which is funded under Control Number 1102050. Since the last public meeting hosted in 2023, the team considered all input received, refined the alternatives, and conducted a detailed evaluation to identify the recommended improvements for US 60.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee and the co-founder and co-chair of the Electrification Caucus, U.S. Senator Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), and U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) welcomed the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) announcement that its Grid Deployment Office (GDO) is investing $1.5 billion for five electric transmission projects— including the Southline Transmission Project in southern New Mexico.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continue to be cautious of heavy equipment and construction personnel in the area. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones may be in effect.
White Sands Missile Range Notification
For information regarding closures, you may call WSMR at 678-1178 or 678-2222 for updates.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Due to Heavy Equipment Hazards and Removal
Order Number 03-03-03-24-14
Albuquerque, NM, October 3, 2024 – The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands (NF&NGs) has issued a closure order (Order 03-03-03-24-14) for National Forest System (NFS) areas and roads in the Magdalena Ranger District, Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands, described below and shown on the attached map. This Order shall be in effect from October 4, 2024, at 12:00 a.m. through October 22, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. unless rescinded. The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety from post-accident hazards and removal of a large piece of equipment overturned on a steep slope above a trail.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Santa Fe, N.M - October 3rd, 2024 – In New Mexico, the fall season traditionally marks the beginning of prescribed burning operations by various land management agencies and private landowners. During this period, the public can anticipate increased visibility of smoke in certain areas as fuel treatment activities are implemented. These controlled burns are part of a comprehensive strategy to mitigate the risk of wildfires and enhance ecosystem resilience. By reducing hazardous fuel loads and restoring natural fire regimes, these efforts aim to safeguard communities and promote long-term ecological health across the state's diverse landscapes.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (October 1, 2024) – The 21st suborbital space flight by Colorado-based UP Aerospace from the world's first purpose-built commercial spaceport launched at 7:09 a.m. local time Tuesday (Oct. 1, 2024).
"We congratulate UP Aerospace on this spectacular and successful space launch," said Scott McLaughlin, Executive Director of the New Mexico Spaceport Authority. "It was quite beautiful, taking place just as the sun was rising over the quiet desert. We know how important this launch was to UP and its payload customers, some of which are from right here in New Mexico."
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
This evening begins Rosh Hashanah, also known as Yom Teruah, which is the beginning of the Jewish new year and the first of the Jewish High Holy Days. It is celebrated with feasting, shofar blasts and prayers for reconnection with God.
May this new year bring an end to the antisemitism in our country, a safe return of all the hostages and peace in Israel and the Middle East.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases
Order Number 03-03-02-24-12
Albuquerque, NM, October 2, 2024 – A Temporary Area Closure Order (03-03-02-24-12) has been reissued within the Mt. Taylor Ranger District, Cibola National Forest, McKinley County, New Mexico. The previously announced launch dates of Sept 25 and 28 were postponed by White Sands Missile Range. A launch is tentatively rescheduled for Saturday, Oct 5 with a backup date of Sunday Oct 13 requiring an area closure order within the Mt Taylor Ranger District.
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