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NMDOT To Present State Rail Plan Update

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 11, 2017

NMDOT News:

SANTA FE ― The New Mexico Department of Transportation has initiated an update of the New Mexico State Rail Plan, to be completed in 2018.

NMDOT Staff are making presentations to introduce the Rail Plan and solicit input from each of the State’s Metropolitan Planning Organizations (MPOs) and Regional Transportation Planning Organizations (RTPOs) during their public meetings in the Summer and Fall of 2017.

The schedule for all MPO and RTPO presentations is available on NMDOT’s Transit and Rail web page –http://dot.state.nm.us/content/nmdot/en/Transit_Rail.html

Pearce Calls For Investigation Of UNMHSC, SWWO

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 11, 2017

U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce

U.S. CONGRESSIONAL News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― U.S. Rep. Steve Pearce has sent a letter to the United States Attorney General Jeff Sessions to request an investigation into the wrongdoings between the University of New Mexico Health Service Center (UNMHSC) and Southwestern Women’s Options (SWWO).

“I’ve worked tirelessly with New Mexico officials and Members in Congress to ensure the rights and liberties of women and the unborn are protected. In 2016, an investigation by the U.S. House of Representatives Select Panel on Infant Lives raised serious

AG Files Lawsuit Against Opioid Manufacturers And Distributors For Fueling Epidemic Crippling New Mexico

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 11, 2017

AG News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― Attorney General Hector Balderas announced that he has brought a lawsuit on behalf of the State of New Mexico against the country’s largest manufacturers and wholesale distributors of opioids, a crucial first step toward holding these companies responsible for flooding New Mexico’s communities with prescription opioids and fueling the opioid epidemic by putting profits over people.

The State of New Mexico is filing suit against five of the largest manufacturers of prescription opioids and their related companies and against the country’s

SFNF Waives Fees For National Public Lands Day; Volunteers Needed For Trail Improvement Projects

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 11, 2017

SFNF News:

SANTA FE – National Public Lands Day on the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) is Saturday, Sept. 30 and volunteers are needed to work on popular multi-use trails that need a little TLC. Or take advantage of the third fee-free day of the year to visit a favorite sites on the forest for free.

National Public Lands Day is the largest single-day volunteer effort for public lands. Last year, more than 200,000 volunteers at 2,600 locations accomplished $18 million in public land improvements. This year, the SFNF is offering two great opportunities to get outside with friends and family while Read More

Scenes From Los Alamos Fire Department’s 9/11 Memorial Climb … May We Never Forget

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 10, 2017

Firefighters from the Los Alamos Fire Department and members of the community gather Saturday at Pajarito Mountain Ski Area for the Fourth Annual 9/11 Memorial Climb. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com

A bolt from the World Trade Center was passed from person to person Saturday morning during the Los Alamos Fire Department Honor Guard’s Fourth Annual 9/11 Memorial Climb at Pajarito Mountain Ski Area. Photo by Maire O’Neill/ladailypost.com

Los Alamos Fire Department Honor Guard members from left, David Palmer, Cmdr. Rick Acedo and David Apodaca prior to Saturday’s Read More

Reconstructing Records After A Natural Disaster Or Casualty Loss; IRS Provides Tips To Help Taxpayers

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 9, 2017

IRS News:

Reconstructing records after a disaster may be essential for tax purposes, getting federal assistance or insurance reimbursement.

After a disaster, taxpayers might need certain records to prove their loss. The more accurately the loss is estimated, the more loan and grant money there may be available.

For taxpayers who have lost some or all of their records during a disaster, there are some simple steps to take that can help. The following information includes steps to take after a disaster so taxpayers can reconstruct their records and prove loss of personal-use

Federal Grand Jury Files Obstruction Charges Against Santa Fe Cardiologist Awaiting Sentencing For Fraud

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 9, 2017

FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE ― Acting U.S. Attorney James D. Tierney and Special Agent in Charge Terry Wade of the FBI’s Albuquerque Division announced that a federal grand jury has returned a new indictment charging Roy G. Heilbron, 54, a cardiologist residing in Santa Fe, with false statements and obstruction charges.

The new charges against Heilbron arise out of his alleged attempt to obstruct and impede proceedings in a pending criminal case.

The two-count indictment, which was filed yesterday, charges Heilbron with making and presenting fraudulent documents

Former National Park Service Director Joins Endangered Species Coalition Board

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 9, 2017

NPS News:

WASHINGTON, D.C. ― Robert “Bob” Stanton, former Director of the National Park Service (NPS) and former Senior Advisor to the Secretary of the U.S. Department of the Interior, has joined the board of directors of the Endangered Species Coalition, a well-regarded advocacy nonprofit working tirelessly to protect our nation’s natural heritage.

“I am indeed honored and privileged to have been given this opportunity to serve on the Endangered Species Coalition Board. The work of the Endangered Species Coalition, through its cooperative and collaborative relationships

Man Wearing Chicago Bears Cap Robs Albq. Bank

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 9, 2017

FBI News:

A man wearing a Chicago Bears baseball cap robbed a northeast Albuquerque bank Thursday.

The suspect was described as a Hispanic male in his 30s, approximately 5’3” to 5’4” tall, with a slender build. He had an unshaven face. He wore a dark Chicago Bears baseball cap, a long-sleeve gray flannel shirt, and blue jeans.

At approximately 10:04 a.m., the suspect entered Bank of the West, located at 500 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Avenue NE. He presented a demand note to a teller, who handed over an undisclosed amount of money to the suspect. The suspect was last

Governor Orders Flags Flown At Half-Staff To Honor Victims Of Sept. 11, 2001 Terrorist Attacks

Submitted by Carol A. Clark on September 8, 2017

Courtesy photo

STATE News:

SANTA FE — Today, Gov. Susana Martinez issued an executive order for flags to be flown at half-staff from sunrise to sunset Monday, Sept. 11, 2017, in honor and remembrance of the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks.

The text of the executive order is below:

EXECUTIVE ORDER 2017-017

FLAGS FLOWN AT HALF-STAFF IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE SEPTEMBER 11, 2001 TERRORIST ATTACKS

WHEREAS, 16 years ago, deadly terrorist attacks took place in the United States in New York City, Washington, D.C., and near Shanksville, Pennsylvania; Read More

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