Though the New Mexico Gubernatorial election is over a year away, allegations of plagiarism have already been hurled between two leading candidates. Source| Plagiarism Today
The mostly redacted documents pertain to a New Mexico attorney general investigation that was launched in 2019 but never led to criminal charges.| The American Prospect
A vibrant, grassroots, bottom-up movement was behind the victory, offering a template that other states can follow.| Articles – Truthout
Enrique Romero joins Rin and I on Water Matters to discuss acequias and querencia. (This podcast thing is a blast!)| jfleck at inkstain
30 Wildlife Organizations Urge Reforms to Curb Losses, Restore Genes SILVER CITY, N.M.— Thirty conservation organizations today urged wildlife agencies to take science-based actions to protect Mexican gray wolves after… The post Mexican Wolf Genetic Diversity Declines for Fourth Straight Year first appeared on Wolf Conservation Center.| Wolf Conservation Center
Investor-owned utility (IOU) Southwestern Public Service Company (SPS) is seeking approval from the New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC) to construct a new eight-project portfolio of self-build energy assets.| Energy-Storage.News
September 2023. Carrizozo, New Mexico. As we traveled along US Highway 380 in New Mexico, we spotted a sign pointing toward the Valley of Fires Recreation Area. Shortly after turning off the highway, we discovered the recreation area offers camping and day-use facilities, RV hookups, picnic shelters, and a visitor center. The opening photo highlights […]| Journeys with Johnbo
Dreaming of a trip to the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta? This fun, comprehensive visitors guide covers everything you need to know to plan a bucket list-worthy experience at the popular Balloon Festival! This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta had been on my bucket... Read More The post Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta ... How to Plan the Perfect Trip appeared first on Hello Little Home.| Hello Little Home
This is the first article in an ongoing Barn Raiser series covering rural veterans issues. James Jones is a 54-year-old disabled Army veteran. After four years of active duty—some of it in the Gulf War—and four years in the reserves, Jones says he has a “multitude” of health care problems. Ask him to list his health care needs and he sighs and reels off a long list. “Oh my, I have a multitude of stuff. There’s PTSD [post-traumatic stress disorder], a right arm injury, my right sho...| Barn Raiser
Autumnal equinox news briefs: I was on the phone in the front room of our house yesterday evening, facing east, as the setting sun dropped beneath the clouds after a short burst of rain. Rainbow. And the conversation, with the cousin of an old friend who died earlier this year, was rich. The Rio Grande ...Continue reading ‘A rainbow, a river, and the first cranes of fall’ »| jfleck at inkstain
Deepening and widening of stream channels in the Southwest is a phenomenon that has taken place within the memory of men now living. It began at different dates from 1860 on and has progressed at d…| jfleck at inkstain
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Stacy helped me overcome my long-time fear of dogs.| Prison Journalism Project
Last Updated on February 2, 2025 by Dr. Gabriel O’Neill, Esq. Starting an LLC in New Mexico is a straightforward process that provides entrepreneurs with a flexible and efficient way to organize their businesses. With its welcoming business climate and simple regulations, forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in the Land of Enchantment involves a… Read More »How to Start an LLC in New Mexico in 7 Easy Steps 2025 The post How to Start an LLC in New Mexico in 7 Easy Steps 2025 appeare...| Manage Business
Albuquerque’s coffee scene is a mix of artistry, community, and flavors you won’t find anywhere else in New Mexico. From locally roasted espresso to Indigenous-inspired brunches, this city knows how to start your day right. On my latest trip, I set out to find the spots locals swear by and visitors accidentally fall in love with. I didn’t just stop in for a latte and leave. I lingered, I sipped slowly, I listened in on conversations, and I learned what makes each shop stand out. Here...| My Curly Adventures
Abstract painter Agnes Martin sought isolation in New Mexico to stoke her obsessive practice. She found vibrant community.| Southwest Contemporary
Artists c marquez, Susan York, and Judy Tuwaletstiwa reflect on their relationship with the material that has defined their practice.| Southwest Contemporary
Luca Berkley (AKA Jack Lope, Jenn Deere, and Piper Pelligrini) critiques narratives surrounding white American ranching through performance.| Southwest Contemporary
Experience New Mexico's living history with this immersive, two-day cultural tour bundle. Explore Acoma Pueblo's Sky City and UNESCO World Heritage Site Chaco Canyon with expert local guides.| Southwest Contemporary
We weren’t sure what to expect at Carlsbad Caverns—but the experience surprised us with jaw-dropping sights, unexpected quirks, and a few honest caveats. Here’s what stood out and what we’d tell any first-time visitor. The post What Surprised Us Most at Carlsbad Caverns—and Why It Might Be Worth Your Trip appeared first on Miles with McConkey.| Miles with McConkey
NEAR THE CONFLUENCE OF THE RIO PUERCO AND THE RIO GRANDE – The broad delta where the Rio Puerco meets the Rio Grande in central New Mexico has never been a great place to live, though people …| jfleck at inkstain
An updated Bureau of Land Management report offers a mixed outlook for oil and gas production in the state’s second largest drilling basin.| capitalandmain.com
Alert Inkstain reader Rolf asked in the comments of last weekend’s post for a version of the above graph – number of days of low flow at the Central Avenue Bridge – with a threshold above zero. I usually set the threshold at 25, because our experience in the last two drying episodes – 2022 ...Continue reading ‘New Mexico’s Dry Middle Rio Grande: More Data Visualizations’ »| jfleck at inkstain
I spent some time this morning crunching numbers, trying to make numerical sense of how bad this year is on New Mexico’s Middle Rio Grande. We keep saying it’s only the second time the Rio Grande has dried through Albuquerque since the 1980s, but that felt insufficient. Some data visualization experiments: By this measure – ...Continue reading ‘Driest on New Mexico’s Middle Rio Grande since when? 1972? 1964?’ »| jfleck at inkstain
Formed in a series of volcanic eruptions between 1 and 2 million years ago, the Jemez Mountains dominate the cultural and environmental history of central New Mexico. For more than four decades, fo…| jfleck at inkstain
If you have ever been to modern San Marcial, New Mexico – or what is left of it – the notion of an 86-pound catfish requires some explanation. The spot where D.C. George hooked his reco…| jfleck at inkstain
For Immediate Release, August 7, 2025 SILVER CITY, N.M. — The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today released into the wild an endangered Mexican gray wolf called Asha, along with… The post Captured Mexican Gray Wolf Asha Released With Mate, Pups in New Mexico first appeared on Wolf Conservation Center.| Wolf Conservation Center
Solomon Pena, a failed Republican candidate, was arrested in connection with a series of drive-by shootings targeting the homes of Democratic lawmakers in New Mexico’s largest city.| AP News
The threat of defunding this precious, influential university is heartbreaking to those of us who know the worth of the IAIA experience.| Hyperallergic
From nostalgia to neon, these Route 66 quotes capture the magic of America’s most famous road. Which one speaks to your inner road tripper?| Everyday Wanderer
The politics of immigration look different from communities on the Southwest border that are voting in hotly contested congressional races.| AP News
The state agency charged with ensuring children’s welfare has been beset by chronic failure and is often only in the news when something negative happens. For the story, corps member Esteban Candelaria aimed to tell one of the often underreported success stories of juveniles in the system breaking the cycle of poverty and crime. He The post More Juveniles Detained in New Mexico are Receiving GEDs appeared first on Report for America.| Report for America
Stakeholders reflect on the removal of an "Innovation" category at Traditional Spanish Market, and what it means for experimental artists.| Southwest Contemporary
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Are you planning to visit White Sands National Park? Check out our guide to find the best hotels near White Sands National Park!| CS Ginger Travel
Taos, New Mexico might fly under the radar for mountain biking, but it’s home to some seriously fun and scenic riding. From high-elevation backcountry loops to lift-accessed downhill, this underrated destionation is worth adding to your MTB road trip list.| Two Wheeled Wanderer
Looking for a big, beautiful backcountry ride near Taos? The Lost Lake Loop delivers. With alpine lakes, dense forest, wildflowers, and a mix of techy climbs and fast descents, this ride packs in the kind of adventure that makes the effort worth it.| Two Wheeled Wanderer
Discover the thrill of mountain biking New Mexico's South Boundary Trail. This comprehensive guide provides tips, routes, & essential ride info.| Two Wheeled Wanderer
On the street, one sign read “Defend Public Lands,” with an image of an assault rifle. Others bore creative and bilingual profanities directed at Trump, Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum, who oversees most of the country’s public acreage and Sen. Mike Lee, the Republican from Utah, who on June 11 had proposed a large-scale […]| Barn Raiser
Horsethief Mesa surprised me with fast, flowy singletrack and epic views—totally worth the ride. Here's what to know before you go.| Two Wheeled Wanderer
Start planning your trip to Angel Fire Bike Park with this complete guide including what trails to ride, where to eat, where camp, and more.| Two Wheeled Wanderer
LEO satellite technology is proving to be a cost-effective, high-quality solution for broadband deployment, the author writes.| Broadband Breakfast
For immediate release: July 8, 2025 ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Thirty-six conservation groups representing millions of members and supporters from across the United States today sent a formal letter to the U.S. Department of the… The post Letter Demands Release of Asha, Her Family first appeared on Wolf Conservation Center.| Wolf Conservation Center
Censored News is a service to grassroots Indigenous Peoples engaged in resistance and upholding human rights.| bsnorrell.blogspot.com
Hotel El Rancho in Gallup, New Mexico, is as much a draw for tourists as it was when it opened in 1937 and one of the first things anyone is told about the hotel is that it was owned by … Continue reading →| NEVER QUITE LOST
There has never been much to Bard, New Mexico, but, for decades it had a single store which was the centre of the tiny community. In his 1946 Guide, Jack Rittenhouse wrote that Bard ‘consists of a single building, but … Continue reading →| NEVER QUITE LOST
From neon signs to quirky roadside stops, take a nostalgic journey along historic US Route 66, America’s most iconic road trip from Chicago to Santa Monica.| Everyday Wanderer
When it comes to quirky charm and vintage vibes, nothing beats a classic Route 66 motel. With neon signs that glow like campfire stories waiting to be told, these roadside retreats are living souvenirs from America’s golden age of road trips. This article is Route 66 Centennial Certified, as part of the Official Route 66 […]| Everyday Wanderer
Cruise through the best Route 66 car museums! From muscle cars to movie icons, these must-visit stops keep classic auto history alive along the Mother Road. 🚗| Everyday Wanderer
From Searchlight New Mexico New Mexico is the second-largest oil producer in the U.S., behind Texas. Drawing immense wealth from the Permian Basin, the state relies on a workforce — often Latino men — who are subjected to harrowing conditions that lead to death, injury, disease and terrible tolls on mental health and family life.| Rosalynn Carter Fellowships
What is the West? Stepping onto most college campuses today, it is something to be reviled rather than defined. The Italian scholastic Thomas Aquinas (1225-1274 AD) is often most credited with arguing for a harmony of human reason and divine revelation as leading to truth, and the use of reason in approaching divine texts. Revelation […]| Minding The Campus
Last summer, when temperatures soared past 100 degrees, thousands of New Mexicans worried whether their power would stay on. Thankfully, our grid held up. But extreme heat and unpredictable weather are becoming a recurring challenge, and no one should have to live in fear of losing power when they need it most. New Mexico is one of the first states in the nation to pass legislation requiring the use of advanced transmission technologies, thanks to Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s signing...| Advanced Energy Perspectives
The 2025 New Mexico legislative session ended with both meaningful progress and frustrating setbacks for clean energy advocates. Advanced Energy United and our partners helped move forward legislation that will upgrade the state’s transmission system and support long-term affordability. But other transformative measures—including a bill to promote proactive distribution system planning and expanded electrification—fell short. This year’s session was defined by an intense focus on pu...| Advanced Energy Perspectives
March 21st through June 7th, 2025 Our original plan was to stay in Carlsbad for two weeks before heading northeast into the Midwest, but Monica had an opportunity to see some leadership from work in Amarillo in an additional two weeks. So, we made reservations to go through Amarillo and stay there for a week […]| MnM Go!
February 22nd through March 12th, 2025 We had a big year planned, and we were going to spend a couple of weeks in Carlsbad, New Mexico, on our way to the Midwest. Things turned bad while we were there, but…| MnM Go!
Denver, CO – A new publication from the Western Landowners Alliance will help agencies seeking to work more productively with private landowners, farmers and ranchers. The guide, Building Trust: A…| Western Landowners Alliance
Modern Makers: Submaterial - Atomic Ranch Nothing completes a Mid Century Modern space quite the element of texture. Submaterial knows this well. As design studio that produces everything from wall art to room dividers to artful curiosities that are most often also functional, Submaterial has been specializing in artful texture for almost two decades.| Atomic Ranch
CEA applauds the New Mexico Senate Finance Committee for shelving Senate Bill 4 due to its disproportionate impact on rural and tribal communities.| Consumer Energy Alliance
Death Comes for the Archbishop is a retelling of the story of Catholic priests Jean-Baptiste Lamy and Joseph Projectus Machebeuf and their mission to New Mexico. Set in the period shortly after New…| What I Think About When I Think About Reading
New Mexico is one of those states with a very unique identity. From the cuisine to the topography and especially the folklore, there is a reason New Mexico is known as the Land of Enchantment.| Parenthood and Passports
December 7th through 20th, 2024 We made it through Texas and landed in Las Cruces, New Mexico at the big "super site" at the KOA there. It was going to be an eventful stay, because we were getting married while we were there. Hooray! We got engaged in the summer and then stopped by Livingston […]| MnM Go!
Carlsbad Caverns National Park, New Mexico is one of the natural wonders of the world. From entrance fees & cave tours to bat flights & attractions find out everything you need ... The post Complete Guide to Visiting Carlsbad Caverns National Park appeared first on DIY Travel HQ.| DIY Travel HQ
Disclosure: This is written in two parts, the prelude, which chronicles a series of misadventures leading up to the main event. If you’re only interested in the main event skip the prelude. Only read the prelude if you have a sense of humor or need to laugh at the expense of someone else. The Prelude: […] The post Santa Fe Experience: Mystic Echos at The Mystic first appeared on Tout va bien! (tm).| Tout va bien! ™
Taos is one of the last remaining hippy-dippy, artist communities that hasn’t been completely gentrified by the big city slickers. Don’t get me wrong, there’s fine dining but if you’re wearing stilettos and designer duds you’re going to get a few dirty looks. Taos is known as an artist community (art geeks remember the Taos […] The post Taos: El Monte Sagrado first appeared on Tout va bien! (tm).| Tout va bien! ™
The countdown to ten days of dining bliss has commenced. Santa Fe Restaurant Week 2024 is less than two weeks away and the festivities run February 19-29th with approximately 36 restaurants participating this year. When I first moved to Santa Fe, I was on a frenzied mission to try as many new places as I […] The post Ready, Set, Dine: Santa Fe Restaurant Week 2024 first appeared on Tout va bien! (tm).| Tout va bien! ™
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Petroglyph National Monument in New Mexico is one of the biggest petroglyph sites in North America. It is definitely worth a visit!| Gone with the Gastons
Residents, businesses and local governments in the Ruidoso area continue to struggle with the financial toll of summer wildfires and floods, leaders and experts told lawmakers Tuesday. The Legislative Finance Committee gathered at the Inn of the Mountain Gods on Mescalero Apache land to hear from local leaders and experts on the aftermath of two […]| Source New Mexico
There's emerging evidence that seals of biliteracy benefit students, but more empirical data is needed.| Education Week
High schools are scrambling to help students navigate what was supposed to be a simpler process.| Education Week
Cochiti Lake is a picturesque community located in Sandoval County in the state of New Mexico, United States. Situated approximately 35 miles southwest of Santa Fe and 50 miles north of Albuquerque, Cochiti Lake offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage. The community is named after the nearby Cochiti Lake, a reservoir created by the Cochiti Dam on the Rio Grande.| Estonia Learning
Use this guide to plan the best things to do in Gallup, New Mexico for your visit! Including restaurants and where to stay, it is all here.| Karabou Adventures
When we were planning our recent coast-to-coast road trip, we had some “must-sees” along the way and a few hard arrival dates that we needed to hit. Mostly, though, we drove for as long as we felt …| Retirementally Challenged
Looking for a unique national park experience with less crowds? Check out one of these least visited national park ideas for your next adventure!| The Adventure Detour - Full-Time RV Living and Travel
This post may contain affiliate links. Despite best intentions, the cost of an RV road trip can often break the budget. And our latest journey from Tucson to Texas for the total solar eclipse was no exception. Spoiler Alert: this spring RV trip ended up costing us THREE times more than our recent winter adventure. ... Read more| RV Love
Peace In Ukraine protest is scheduled to take place March 18, 2023 at San Mateo and Gibson in Albuquerque at 1400 hrs.. This protest is hosted by the Party for Socialism and Liberation. There are no k| Public Intelligence
Planning a road trip for a dinosaur lover? You won't want to miss these dinosaur footprint locations in the United States!| Exploration America
Find directions to Valley of Dreams and GPS coordinates for Alien Throne along with other tips for hiking Valley of Dreams, New Mexico.| Live Love Run Travel
Get directions to the King of Wings New Mexico hike along with GPS coordinates and tips for finding the King of Wings.| Live Love Run Travel
Get directions to Valley of Dreams East along with GPS coordinates and tips for visiting the New Mexico badlands.| Live Love Run Travel
Head to New Mexico to visit the White Sands National Monument, a true natural wonder. The gleaming white sands will make you think you're on another planet!| Cultural Chromatics
As promised in my previous post, here’s the Amazon link to my latest novel, A MAN OF HONOR. I’m using the pseudonym of Lewis Kern for my westerns in homage to my grandfather and father,…| Chronicles of the Scribe
The first and only haircut I have given was to my mother, and because we were both nervous I took my time setting up a single-seat beauty parlor in her room at the hospital in Las Cruces, New Mexico. First, I settled her in a chair by the window where the light was good, and handed her a mirror so she could supervise my work. Then I arranged my tools. The Walmart barber’s kit came with scissors, electric clippers with attachments for varying lengths, a dozen cheap combs, and a nylon cape to...| Vela
The headline: New Mexico has the fifth-worst weekly COVID rate (as of November 29th), and Los Alamos County is the least-worst county in the state. Feature Chart: The featured image illustrates the…| Charted Territory
DISCLOSURE | This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Torreon. Is it just me or did this past spring seem even more stressful than usual? This summer I have big plans, lots of deep breaths, relaxing and peaceful moments, and counting my blessings for all the extra time my family has spent...Read More »| The Crafted Sparrow
We just got back from our most recent New Mexico adventure which was a one-week trip to Santa Fe. Here is exactly what our Santa Fe trip cost, plus tips for helping you create your own Santa Fe trip budget. Since we live in Oklahoma, Santa Fe is an easy (for us) eight-hour car ride| History Fangirl