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State Promotes Safe Boating As Recreation Season Nears

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Marine Ranger at Elephant Butte Lake State Park during annual balloon regatta. Courtesy/EMNRD

EMNRD News:

SANTA FE — As spring approaches and New Mexicans begin planning time on the water, New Mexico State Parks is encouraging boaters to take advantage of free boating safety courses offered statewide.  

Boating is one of the most popular outdoor activities in New Mexico. From paddling across quiet coves to waterskiing, tubing and operating personal watercraft, the state’s lakes provide opportunities for recreation, relaxation and adventure.  

But safe boating requires preparation.  Read More

‘Rooted Strong: Visions Of America From New Mexico’ Opens At New Mexico Museum Of Art

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NMDCA News:

SANTA FE — The New Mexico Museum of Art presents Rooted Strong: Visions of America from New Mexico, on view April 4 through September 7, 2026. Drawn from the museum’s collection, the exhibition explores the layered histories of New Mexico’s lands and peoples, highlighting the communities, traditions, and artistic voices that continue to shape the state and its place within the American story.

Featuring works by artists including Fritz Scholder, Emmi Whitehorse, Miguel Gandert, Janet Lippencott, and Luis Jiménez, the exhibition reflects both intimate moments of daily life Read More

Free Well Water Testing Available To Ruidoso Residents

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NMED News:

LINCOLN COUNTY — Ruidoso residents who rely on private wells for drinking water can get their water tested free of charge this Saturday, March 28, through a joint event hosted by the New Mexico Environment Department and the New Mexico Department of Health.

Testing will be available from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., at 2917 Sudderth Drive, Ruidoso, NM 88345. The event is free to the first 100 participants or while supplies last. Well water tests typically cost about $150. 

Residents must bring their own water samples to the event.

Well water tests typically cost about $150 but will be free to the first Read More

RPNM Releases Official Statement On All Qualified Candidates Ahead Of Primary Election

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Chairwoman Amy Barela

RPNM News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The Republican Party of New Mexico is proud to announce a full slate of qualified candidates across federal and statewide races, including write-in candidates for this year’s primary election on June 2.

New Mexico voters are tired of seeing elected Democrats take our great state in the wrong direction. Their radical agenda has created a laundry list of problems in our state, ranging from crime, drugs, and homelessness to poor public education, healthcare, and economic trouble. As we are just 70 days away from the primary election in New Mexico, Read More

Kristin Varela Appointed Chief Investment Officer Of New Mexico State Investment Council

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Kristin Varela

STATE News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico State Treasurer Laura M. Montoya is proud to congratulate and welcome Kristin Varela as the newly appointed Chief Investment Officer (CIO) of the New Mexico State Investment Council (SIC).

A native of Pecos, N.M., Varela returns to her home state following a distinguished tenure as the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) for the Employees’ Retirement System of the State of Hawaii, where she manages a $24 billion portfolio. 

Varela’s appointment marks a historic milestone for the SIC as its first female Chief Investment Officer. Her return to New Read More

Quay County, Village Of Logan Requests U.S. Attorney, NM General Attorney Investigate Fraud By ENMWUA

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LEGAL News:

LOGAN — Fraud has been committed by Eastern New Mexico Water Utility Authority in order to obtain funds from the federal and state governments, according to information sent by Quay County and Village of Logan to the U.S. Attorney, Inspector General for the U.S. Department of the Interior, New Mexico State Auditor and New Mexico Attorney General.

ENMWUA is a governmental entity created by the New Mexico legislature for the purpose of building a water pipeline from Ute Lake in Quay County south 120 miles to the Clovis area. Although the project was originally budgeted at $500 million, Read More

Rural Healthcare Providers Can Now Apply For $50M To Stabilize Access

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STATE News:

SANTA FE — New Mexico’s rural healthcare providers can now apply for a share of $50 million in healthcare funding as part of the State of New Mexico’s three-year, $146 million investment that has helped recruit more than 800 health care workers to underserved communities. 

The funding comes from New Mexico’s Rural Health Care Delivery Fund, established in 2023 and most recently replenished during the October 2025 special legislative session. To date, the program has helped ensure health care for more than 125,000 New Mexicans. 

Eligible applicants include rural healthcare providers Read More

Wildfire Notification: Unified Fire In Valencia County

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NMFD News:

The New Mexico Forestry Division would like to update you on a wildfire that is requiring the attention of suppression resources in New Mexico.  

Update: The Unified Fire was discovered at approximately 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 23 near Madrone, east of Interstate 25 and south of Rio Communities in Valencia County. The fire is active and running through bosque fuels including grass, brush, and timber. Fire crews are employing a full suppression strategy during this initial attack response period. 

Multiple structures are threatened and smoke is visible from I-25 and the surrounding Read More

New Mexico Jury Delivers $375 Million Verdict Against Meta In Landmark Case

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Feliz Rael
President
New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association

From New Mexico Trial Lawyers Association:

          • Lawyers Fight and Win for Kids to be Protected From Meta
          • New Mexico Jurors Are the Heroes

SANTA FE — In a major victory for consumers and families, a jury has awarded a $375 million verdict against Meta, finding the social media giant failed to disclose the potential mental health harms its platforms pose to minors.

The case, brought by New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez in partnership with nationally recognized trial firm Motley Rice LLC, resulted in $187.5 million in damages for each of Read More

FBI: Shiprock Woman Sentenced For Assault

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — A Shiprock woman was sentenced to two years in prison for assaulting and stabbing another woman.

There is no parole in the federal system.

According to court records, on Nov. 21, 2024, Angelia Garcia, 35, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, repeatedly stabbed Jane Doe in an unprovoked attack. As a result of the attack, the victim sustained serious wounds, including a wound to the back of her neck. During a subsequent interview with agents, Garcia admitted to stabbing the victim.

Garcia subsequently pled guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon. Upon her release from Read More