I-40 & NM 344 Roadway Rehabilitation Project Begins May 27
NMDOT News:
EDGEWOOD — Travelers in Edgewood may experience traffic delays as a roadway rehabilitation project on the exit and entrance ramps from I-40 to N.M. 344 is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, May 27.
The project will include the milling and repaving of the existing roadway surface on both N.M. 344 and the entrance and exit ramps to and from I-40.
This structural pavement treatment involves removing the current asphalt layer and replacing it with new pavement to improve road conditions and extend roadway life.
Construction will take place from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday, and Read More
Legislative Education Study Committee To Meet May 27-29
LESC News:
SANTA FE — The Legislative Education Study Committee (LESC) will meet May 27-29 in Raton. The three-day meeting will convene lawmakers and state education officials to discuss ongoing public education initiatives and legislative priorities.
Day 1 – May 27, 2026
- LESC will begin its May hearings with a community welcome from Superintendent Kristie Medina of Raton Municipal Schools. The committee will also hear presentations on artificial intelligence in public education and implications for New Mexico, a panel of local superintendents discussing current initiatives and priorities,
New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau Awards 2026 Memorial Scholarships To Three Students Demonstrating Excellence
NMFLB News:
The New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau (NMFLB) has awarded its 2026 Memorial Scholarships to three outstanding New Mexico students who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, agricultural involvement, and community service.
Recipients include Wyatt Curry of Roswell, Alison Poling of Des Moines, and Denny Turner of Texico.
Wyatt Curry of Roswell will graduate from Goddard High School in May 2026 while simultaneously earning an Associate’s Degree in University Studies from Eastern New Mexico University. He earned Dean’s List honors during Fall 2024, Read More
State Awards $92.9M To New Mexico Tribal Communities
NMIFB News:
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Tribal Infrastructure Fund Board (NMIFB) has announced $92.9 million in awards to Nations, Pueblos and Tribes across New Mexico for transformational infrastructure projects.
This funding supports projects identified and prioritized by Nations, Pueblos, and Tribes, including critical water and wastewater systems, health care and wellness facilities, public safety infrastructure, educational facilities, roads, community centers, and government buildings.
These projects strengthen essential services, improve public health and safety, Read More
Free Admission To National Parks On Memorial Day
A field of Rocky Mountain iris in Valle Grande. Photo by Alex Arnold/NPS
VCNP News:
In honor of Memorial Day, all National Park Service sites that charge an entrance fee, including Valles Caldera National Preserve (VCNP), will offer free admission to U.S. citizens and residents on Monday, May 25.
Mark your calendar for these additional fee-free dates in 2026:
- June 14: Flag Day
- July 3-5: Independence Day weekend
- Aug. 25: 110th Birthday of the National Park Service
- Sept. 17: Constitution Day
- Oct. 27: Theodore Roosevelt’s birthday
- Nov. 11: Veterans Day
Kiwanis Hears Inspirational Talk From LAHS Student Celia Pesiri On Time As Salaam Shalom U.S. Peace Ambassador
Los Alamos High School student Celia Pesiri presents a talk on May 11 to the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos about her experience as a Salaam Shalom U.S. Peace Ambassador. Courtesy/Kiwanis
By KARIN CHURCH
Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos
On Monday, May 11, the Kiwanis Club of Los Alamos was inspired by a presentation from Los Alamos High School student Celia Pesiri about her experience as a Salaam Shalom U.S. Peace Ambassador.
Tomorrow’s Women, a 501(c)(3) organization founded in Santa Fe in 2003 to bring young Israeli and Palestinian women together, offers New Mexico high school students the opportunity Read More
Santa Fe National Forest Offices To Close On Memorial Day
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — All Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) District Offices and the Supervisor’s Office in Santa Fe will be closed Monday, May 25, on in observance of Memorial Day. All offices will resume regular business hours Tuesday, May 26.
Memorial Day is a federal holiday that honors all U.S. military personnel who lost their lives while serving in the armed forces, both in times of war and peace.
The long weekend is also the unofficial kick-off of summer and a time to enjoy the forest with your family and friends.
The holiday marks the first fee-free day of the summer season. This means fees are Read More
During Wildfire Awareness Month OSI Is Sharing Important Spring And Summer Safety Tips To Remember
OSI News:
SANTA FE — As New Mexicans head outdoors to enjoy warmer weather, the Office of the Superintendent of Insurance (OSI) is reminding residents to stay mindful of how small actions can make a big difference in preventing devastating fires.
OSI is reminding New Mexico residents to stay vigilant of outdoor activities that can unintentionally spark wildfire if proper precautions are not taken.
As residents are getting outside and having fun this spring and summer, follow these tips and tricks every day to help mitigate the start of wildfires:
- Never leave campfires unattended and always
NM Counties Awards $325,000 For Wildfire Risk Reduction
NM Counties News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico Counties awarded $325,000 to nine grant recipients for community wildfire protection plan updates, fuel reduction treatments, and education efforts through the 2026-2027 Wildfire Risk Reduction Grant Program.
The collaborative vetting process included the Bureau of Land Management, Forest Stewards Guild, NM Counties, NM Department of Game & Fish, NM Department of Homeland Security; Emergency Management, NM Forestry Division, NM State Land Office, and US Fish & Wildlife Service.
Grant recipients include:
- Catron County (CWPP update
New Mexico Launches Statewide Energy Dashboard
EMNRD News:
SANTA FE — New Mexico today launched a first-of-its kind energy dashboard, giving researchers, policymakers, businesses and the public a single source for data on the state’s energy production, emissions and infrastructure—and invites feedback to shape its development.
The DETECT dashboard, which stands for Data for the Energy Transition, Economy, Climate Change and Technologies, was created by the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department and the New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology. Today’s release is a test version; New Mexicans are encouraged Read More