New Mexico COVID-19 Update: 543 New Cases, Total 201,186 With 3 New Deaths And 186,553 Recovered May 15-17
STATE News:SANTA FE – New Mexico Department of Health officials announced 543 new COVID-19 cases between Saturday and Today.
Los Alamos County reports 1 new case so the total is now 527 people who have tested positive for COVID-19. (County totals are subject to change upon further investigation and determination of residency of individuals positive for COVID-19.)
This update includes 3 new deaths over the 3-day period in New Mexico related to COVID-19.
The New Mexico Department of Health reports the most recent cases:
- 146 new cases in Bernalillo County
- 10 new cases in Chaves County
- 4 new cases
Chart 429 COVID-19 In New Mexico May 17
The bars in this chart show the change in the number of COVID-19 diagnoses over a 14-day period by state. For the first time since the start of the pandemic, cases are declining in all 50 states. Source: New York Times and the White House. Created by Eli Ben-NaimSFNF: FR 69 On Cuba Ranger District Closed For Elk Calving
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) reminds visitors to the Cuba Ranger District that Forest Road (FR) 69 is closed to all motorized vehicles, including motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), from May 15 to June 30 to protect elk cows during the calving season.
The seasonal road closure provides suitable habitat for elk cows during the calving season. During May and June each year, elk cows seek areas that have cover and forage. Disturbances, including motorized traffic and human interaction, can cause the cow to abort or abandon her calf. Once the calf is born, mother Read More
New Mexico Colleges And Universities Receive $207 Million In Federal Relief Funds Under American Rescue Plan
State Education News:
SANTA FE — The U.S. Department of Education has awarded $207 million to New Mexico public and Tribal colleges and universities under the American Rescue Plan, half of which will go directly to students in the form of emergency relief grants.
“As we move forward from the pandemic, the federal emergency relief funding going directly to students and higher education institutions, in addition to state financial aid programs and resources are more critical than ever,” Higher Education Secretary Stephanie Rodriguez said. “This is a lifeline for students pursuing higher
Brian Colón Launches Campaign For New Mexico Attorney General; Vows To Combat Sexual, Violent & Gun Crimes
Brian Colón announces candidacy for New Mexico Attorney General. Courtesy photo
From the Brian Colón for Attorney General Campaign:
ALBUQUERQUE – New Mexico State Auditor Brian Colón officially has announced his candidacy for New Mexico Attorney General.
“I’m running for Attorney General to continue my lifelong work standing up for New Mexicans as the people’s lawyer,” Colón said. “As State Auditor, I’ve protected our children and families, rooted out fraud, waste, and abuse, and held elected and public officials accountable when they break the law and abuse the system. As Attorney Read More
Heinrich, Luján Urging Immediate Ceasefire In Middle East
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON (May 17, 2021) – U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.), joined by a group of Senate colleagues led by U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) in calling for an immediate ceasefire agreement in Israel and the Palestinian territories to prevent further loss of life and further escalation of violence.
“To prevent any further loss of civilian life and to prevent further escalation of conflict in Israel and the Palestinian territories, we urge an immediate ceasefire,” the 28 Senators said in a joint statement.
In addition to Heinrich, Luján and Ossoff, Read More
LAHS Topper Boys And Girls Track Teams Take First With Impressive Totals At Albuquerque Academy Invitational!
Annie Beus ties for 2nd in the high jump, clearing 4′ 10″. Photo by Blake Wood
Jerry Hartzol leaps 18′ 5-3/4″ in the long jump. Photo by Blake Wood
SPORTS News:
The Los Alamos High School Hilltopper Track and Field Teams traveled to Albuquerque Academy Friday afternoon to compete against Albuquerque Academy, Sandia Prep and St. Pius.
Both the boys and girls took first place in the meet with impressive team totals.
The girls team earned 214.5 points in front of second place Albuquerque Academy with 92.5 points.
The boys team earned 179 points, in front of second place Albuquerque Read More
New Mexico Human Services Dept. Holds Listening Sessions
HSD News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Human Services Department (HSD) is holding public listening sessions to receive feedback regarding the department’s business processes and customer satisfaction.
The department is seeking input from customers, providers, employees, advocacy organizations and members of the public about how it can improve its services to New Mexicans.
Specifically, the department is requesting feedback regarding:
- Medicaid and Behavioral Health Services;
- Child Support Services; and
- Applying for HSD benefits and Customer Service.
Additionally, members of the Read More
LAMC Selects Jennifer King For 2021 Mercy Award
Los Alamos Medical Center 2021 Mercy Award Recipient Jennifer King. Courtesy/LAMC
LAMC News:
Los Alamos Medical Center (LAMC) has announced that Jennifer King has been recognized as the hospital’s 2021 Mercy Award winner.
The Mercy Award recognizes one employee from each of LifePoint Health’s hospitals who profoundly touches the lives of others and best represents the spirit and values on which the company was founded.
King is recognized for demonstrating compassion and unwavering commitment to helping others.
The Mercy Award is an annual recognition program established in 2002 to honor Read More
SFNF: Aerial Ignitions Underway On Cuervito Fire
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — The Type 3 Incident Management Team (IMT) in command of the lightning-caused Cuervito Fire on the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) has begun aerial ignitions in the fire’s interior.
The aerial ignitions are part of a management strategy to reintroduce low to moderate fire intensity into a primarily fire-adapted ecosystem and reduce the hazardous build-up of heavy and overgrown vegetation.
Location: 9 miles east of Pecos and 3 miles southwest of the Barillas Lookout on the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District
Start Date: May 9, 2021
Size: Approximately 1,000 acres with the potential Read More