NM Rep. Christine Chandler Files For Re-Election
N.M. District 43 Rep. Christine Chandler files for re-election Tuesday morning inside Council Chambers at the Municipal Building. Chandler, Democrat, is currently serving her third term. She said she decided to run again because ‘I really enjoy working on the issues related to the state and trying to help people. I still think there’s a lot to do and I bring a lot of experience on how state and local government work.’ She added if elected she would like to continue address installing guardrails for social media and AI as well as continuing to support families in the state. Photo by Read More
Gov. Lujan Grisham Signs Four Education Bills
STATE News:
SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed four education bills Monday, putting years of investment and measurable student gains into permanent state law.
The legislation—covering literacy instruction, math teacher preparation, special education services and school employee insurance—passed both chambers of the legislature with near-unanimous or unanimous bipartisan support.
“Today marks another milestone in changing the trajectory of public education in New Mexico,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “Reading proficiency is up 10 percentage points Read More
Ben Ray Luján Earns Support Of Supermajority Of Democratic Party Delegates In Pre-Primary Convention
U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján
STATE News:
MESCALERO — U.S. Sen. Ben Ray Luján earned the support of 85.91 percent of delegates at the Democratic Party of New Mexico’s pre-primary convention this weekend in Mescalero, New Mexico.
“I’m deeply honored to have earned the support of my fellow Democrats at the pre-primary convention. I’m proud to stand with Democrats from every corner of our state, and I will continue fighting every day for the place we call home, holding this administration accountable, and delivering investments to all 33 counties.
“Democrats across New Mexico are energized and ready Read More
Town Of Red River Unveils Three New Public Transit Buses, Marking A Major Step Forward In Community Transportation
Courtesy photo
RR News:
RED RIVER — The Town of Red River officially unveiled three newly purchased public transit buses last week in a ceremony attended by town officials, community members, and local stakeholders. The new vehicles will replace the town’s existing fleet of three buses, ensuring continued and improved on-demand transit service for residents and visitors.
Red River’s transit service operates on an on-demand model, allowing riders to request transportation as needed rather than following fixed schedules. The no-cost ride can be requested by calling the transit dispatch Read More
New Mexico’s Flo Valdez To Be Inducted Into NFHS Hall Of Fame Class Of 2026
Flo Valdez
NMAA News:
The New Mexico Activities Association is proud to announce New Mexico’s longtime volleyball coach Flo Valdez will be inducted into the National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) Hall of Fame Class of 2026. Valdez and the Class of 2026 will be honored at the 43nd induction ceremony of the National High School Hall of Fame, which will be held at the 107th NFHS Summer Meeting in Salt Lake City, UT.
Valdez is one of 12 individuals selected for induction into the 2026 Class of the National High School Hall of Fame. “Flo Valdez’s career is defined not only by her achievements but by her Read More
National Park Service Announces Return Of Independence Day Fireworks To Mount Rushmore National Memorial
NPS News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Park Service today announced fireworks will again illuminate the sky above Mount Rushmore National Memorial July 3, 2026, to celebrate the country’s 250th anniversary. Public tickets for the event will be available through a lottery on Recreation.gov from April 8 – 12.
After a five-year absence, the return of fireworks to this iconic national memorial reflects President Donald J. Trump’s vision of a “grand celebration worthy of the momentous occasion of the 250th anniversary of American Independence.”
“In partnership with the State of South Dakota, Read More
Hilltoppers Softball Dominate Chargers In Home Matchup
Reyana Naranjo gets ready at bat in the 1st inning. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
Starting pitcher Adia Fortin sends in a strike in the top of the 2nd. Photo by Nate Limback/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School Hilltoppers girls varsity softball team hosted the Academy Chargers Saturday at Overlook Park in White Rock.
The Chargers jumped out to an early three-run lead in the top of the first inning, but the Toppers quickly responded in a big way.
In a dominant bottom half of the inning, the Hilltoppers exploded offensively, crossing Read More
New Mexico Health Care Authority: Parents Behind On Child Support Risk Losing Hunting And Fishing Licenses
HCA News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico parents who are behind on child support payments may be denied hunting or fishing licenses under the state’s Parental Responsibility Act.
“Enjoying the outdoors through hunting and fishing is a New Mexico tradition that parents often share with their kids,” said Betina Gonzales McCracken, director of the Health Care Authority’s Child Support Services Division. “We want to help parents meet their child support commitment and get a recreational license.”
Each month, the child support program provides a certified list of parents who are behind on child support Read More
Pancho Villa State Park Hosting Annual Camp Furlong Day March 14
NMSP News:
COLUMBUS — Pancho Villa State Park will host Camp Furlong Day from 10 a.m.–3 p.m., March 14, commemorating the history surrounding Pancho Villa’s 1916 raid on the Village of Columbus.
As part of the Cabalgata Fiesta de Amistad, presented by the Village of Columbus and held annually near the anniversary of the March 9, 1916, raid, Camp Furlong Day offers visitors an opportunity to explore the site where U.S. and Mexican history collided, shaping military strategy, border relations and life in southern New Mexico for generations.
“Events like Camp Furlong Day allow us to remember Read More
Heinrich Spotlights Economic Growth At Central New Mexico Manufacturing & Innovation Expo
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) speaks at the Central New Mexico Manufacturing & Innovation Expo, March 6, 2026. Courtesy photo
STATE News:
LOS LUNAS — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) spoke at the Central New Mexico Manufacturing and Innovation Expo, highlighting how his work to pass the Infrastructure Law, CHIPS and Science Act, and the Inflation Reduction Act, helped create the foundation for exponential economic growth in the region.
“Today is kind of a full circle moment for me, because six years ago, Congress hadn’t fully touched industrial policy in probably 50 years, Read More