Chart 253: COVID-19 In New Mexico Nov. 22, 2020
New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 2,468 New Cases, Total Now 81,896 With 33 New Deaths, 28,574 Patients Recovered
STATE News:
SANTA FE – New Mexico state health officials have announced this afternoon 2,353 additional positive tests for COVID-19.
Los Alamos County reports 1 new case today … the total is now 111 people who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Today’s update includes 33 new deaths in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reported today the most recent cases:
- 710 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 1 new case in Catron County
- 82 new cases in Chaves County
- 58 new cases in Cibola County
- 4 new cases in Colfax County
- 45 new cases in Curry County
- 220 new cases in Doña Ana County
- 79
Posts From The Road: Turkey, Texas
Turkey Texas: An iron welded sign at the edge of town illustrates the ranching lifestyle and honors Turkey’s favorite son Bob Wills. Beyond the sign is a cotton field and a Turkey water tower stands above town a short distance away. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
Bob Wills Monument: The Bob Wills Monument is displayed in the city park on the main street in Turkey, Texas. Photo by Gary Warren/ladailypost.com
By GARY WARREN
Photographer
Formerly of Los Alamos
In the southern area of the Texas Panhandle is the town of Turkey, Texas.
This tiny town was the home of Bob Wills who is known as Read More
Trump Administration Strengthens Rapid Response To Protect Western Waters Against Invasive Mussels
Invasive quagga and zebra mussels produce millions of microscopic larvae that float freely on currents and attach to any object or substrate, including boat hulls, buoys, pipes, even other animals such as crayfish and turtles. Courtesy/wildlife.state.nm.us
From the Office of the Department of the Interior:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump Administration announced Tuesday a new interagency conservation agreement to protect western water supplies, power generation, outdoor recreation and aquatic ecosystems by strengthening efforts to combat invasive mussels.
New Mexico Unemployment Rate 8.1 Percent In October
NMDWS News:
New Mexico’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 8.1 percent in October 2020, down from 9.9 percent in September and up from 4.8 percent in the previous year.
The national unemployment rate in October was 6.9 percent, down from 7.9 percent in September and up from 3.6 percent in October 2019.
Total nonagricultural payroll employment fell by 54,700 jobs, or 6.3 percent, between October 2019 and October 2020. Most losses came from the private sector, which was down 52,400 jobs, or 7.8 percent. The public sector was down 2,300 jobs, or 1.2 percent.
Losses were reported in both Read More
Fall 2020 Edition Of New Mexico Wildlife Available Online
NMGF News:
The Department of Game and Fish has released its all-digital fall issue of New Mexico Wildlife.
This issue focuses on conservation efforts in southern New Mexico. Readers will notice an featured an oryx, one of the state’s exotic big game animals, on this season’s cover.
Also in this issue are articles about the science behind restoring New Mexico’s Gila trout population, playa restoration efforts in partnership with Playa Lakes Joint Venture and how the use of controlled burns is improving lesser prairie chicken habitat.
In addition to the magazine, take Read More
USDA Forest Service Invites Public Feedback On Proposed List Of Deferred Maintenance Projects For Fiscal Year 2022
USDA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — USDA Forest Service Southwestern Region is seeking public feedback on a proposed list of deferred maintenance projects under construction for Great American Outdoors Act funding in fiscal year 2022.
The Forest Service projects, which are now open for public feedback on the forest service website, aim to address the agency’s $5.2 billion deferred maintenance backlog and improve public access and quality of visitor experience through repair and restoration of roads, trails, bridges, recreation sites and other facilities. Information about Great American Read More
State Auditor Colón On Results Of Fraud Examination Of Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center
State Auditor Brian Colón
STATE News:
ALBUQUERQUE — State Auditor Brian Colón announced the results of a fraud examination identifying nearly $16,000 from the Metropolitan Detention Center in misappropriated Inmate Trust Account.
The forensic audit performed by an Independent Public Accountant (IPA) identified a significant breakdown of internal controls that resulted in possible embezzlement and fraud through the issuance of debit cards and use of misappropriated inmate funds that appear to have been converted.
“Incarcerated individuals have families and friends who contribute Read More
Chart 252: COVID-19 In New Mexico Nov. 21, 2020
New Mexico Higher Education Dept.: Students, Parents Can Explore Colleges, Get Admission Support Virtually
NMHED News:
Online Events and Resources put College Search at Students’ Fingertips
SANTA FE – New Mexico colleges, universities, and organizations are finding innovative ways to help prospective college students and their families navigate the college admissions process in a socially-distanced world.
The New Mexico College Access Council will host a virtual college fair 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday, Nov. 23 featuring online college “booths” and live Zoom sessions where students can chat with admissions representatives about applying, financial aid and scholarships, housing, campus Read More
New Mexico [External Sources]
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- Electric vehicle rules upheld by New Mexico amid local dealer anxiety - Carlsbad Current Argus
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