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.
Dock fishing returns to Brantley Lake State Park
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 29 April 2024 29 April 2024
A donation from the Great Outdoors Fund and Occidental revived this popular attraction
CARLSBAD, NM – Calling all anglers! New Mexico State Parks is excited to announce the return of a floating fishing dock to Brantley Lake State Park, our southernmost lake and outdoor recreation area in Eddy County, New Mexico. New Mexico State Parks staff and volunteers with non-profit The Great Outdoors Fund and Occidental descended on the park to install a new walkway and floating fishing dock at the Seven Rivers Boat Ramp.
Closure removed: Partial opening on I-40 westbound 042824
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 28 April 2024 28 April 2024
I-40 both westbound and westbound lanes are now open. Heavy congestion should be expected on I-40, I-25, NM 26, and I-10.
ROAD ADVISORY UPDATE
ARIZONA TRAIN DERAILMENT- Traffic advised to
I-40 westbound lanes are now open, a slow roll is in place with police escort. Fires are still burning and traffic may encounter areas of heavy smoke. I-40 eastbound lanes are still closed with detour in place on I-10 to I-25, expected reopening late today April 28, 2024. Motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and watch for emergency personnel, and equipment. Please expect delays. This post will be updated as conditions change.
Heavy congestion should be expected on I-40, I-25, NM 26, and I-10.
NM House Republicans request to join lawsuit
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 28 April 2024 28 April 2024
Attached is the letter stating New Mexico House Republicans' intent to join the lawsuit NMSA v. PED.
i-40 closed in both directions at Grants due to train derailment 042624
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 26 April 2024 26 April 2024
ROAD CLOSURE UPDATE
ARIZONA TRAIN DERAILMENT
Due to a freight train derailment, I-40 is closed in both directions near the Arizona-New Mexico Stateline. I-40 westbound is closed at milepost 89 in Grants. CMV are advised to use NM 6 to access I-25 southbound if past Albuquerque.
Traffic including Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMV) highly recommended to use I-25 and I-10 into Arizona. At this time no oversized loads will be permitted. Heavy congestion should be expected on I-25, NM 26, and I-10.
Traffic Report for the week of April 28 to May 5, 2024.
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 26 April 2024 26 April 2024
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.
El Paso Symphony and World Ballet Company ‘Swan Lake’
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 26 April 2024 26 April 2024
El Paso Symphony collaborates with the World Ballet Company in May for the ballet of all ballets: ‘Swan Lake’
EL PASO, TX – In two weeks, the World Ballet Company will take over El Paso’s Plaza Theatre for two nights of Tchaikovsky’s “Swan Lake.” The ballet will be performed to a live score played by members of the El Paso Symphony Orchestra.
The two performances in El Paso are part of the World Ballet Company’s signature World Ballet Series. This season, dancers are performing “Swan Lake,” “Cinderella” and “The Nutcracker across the country.
Smokey Bear Days event returns to Capitan, NM
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 26 April 2024 26 April 2024
2-day event celebrates the Bear and his Birthplace
Capitan, NM – This year marks the 80th birthday of New Mexico’s most famous fire prevention icon – Smokey Bear. It also marks the return of Smokey Bear Days, with two days of family friendly events taking place in downtown Capitan, May 3-4.
Events will include a two-day folk music festival, a firefighter challenge competition, chainsaw carving demonstrations, conservation education and vendor booths, a home-town parade on Saturday morning, and more family-friendly activities. Visitors can also view the Rudy Wendelin Smokey Bear art exhibit, on display at the Smokey Bear Historical Park.
Link FIXED: Senate Republican Leader Asks Governor to Respond to Leaked Audio Conversation Regarding the Border
- Category: Non-Local News Releases Non-Local News Releases
- Published: 26 April 2024 26 April 2024
SANTA FE—In response to the Twitter (X) leak of an alleged conversation between Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and the Chief of Staff for U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Senate Republican Leader, Senator Greg Baca (R-Belen), today released the following statement:
“I urge the Governor to verify the validity and explain the context of this alleged conversation with a high-ranking federal official. In the leaked audio, there is a substantive discussion about the border crisis, including the flow of illegal immigrants and drugs into New Mexico, and the unwillingness of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to act. New Mexicans deserve to know what their elected officials are doing to keep our state safe, and I hope the Governor will bring some clarity to this matter.”