ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, April 23 (TNSres) -- The city of Albuquerque issued the following news: The voter-approved 1/8-cent gross receipts tax (GRT) has transformed many parts of the ABQ BioPark since its implementation in 2016. An updated Facility Plan, released today by the BioPark and Mayor Tim Keller, lists projects planned through the end of the funding cycle in 2031. Completed projects, including Asia and Penguin Chill at the Zoo and North American river otters at the Aquarium, were inc  more

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, April 27 -- The city of Albuquerque issued the following news: The Albuquerque Police Department's Chaplain Unit is growing and expanding its services, providing resources and guidance for department employees and community members in crisis far beyond its previous reach. The Chaplain Unit which was first created in 1969 has grown from eight volunteers in recent years, to 17 members. In the fall of 2023, APD made a significant push to recruit more chaplains to the depa  more

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, April 27 -- Bernalillo County issued the following news release on April 26, 2024: Commissioner Walt Benson strongly supports the decision by the NMDOJ to conduct a thorough investigation regarding the passage of a resolution on April 9, 2024, outlining the procedures for the selection of the next Bernalillo County Manager. "I am encouraged by their decision," says Commissioner Benson. "The resolution included vital steps involving the selection process of the county m  more

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, April 27 -- Bernalillo County issued the following news release: Bernalillo County Manager Julie Morgas Baca is announcing the hiring of Steven Kai Smith as the new warden of the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC). "Mr. Smith brings a wealth of experience to this role. As the current warden at his facility, he has spent over 24 years in the field of corrections, demonstrating a deep understanding of correctional principles and a strong commitment to public safety, reh  more

LINCOLN COUNTY, New Mexico, April 27 -- The New Mexico Department of Environment issued the following news release on April 26, 2024: The New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) and the New Mexico Department of Health (DOH) is hosting a free domestic well water testing event at Smokey Bear Days in Capitan, New Mexico on May 4, 2024. Free testing will be available from 10 am to 2 pm, Saturday, May 4, 2024, at Smokey Bear Days at 118 Smokey Bear Boulevard, Capitan, NM. Well water tests typical  more

SANTA FE, New Mexico, April 27 -- The New Mexico State Film Office issued the following news release on April 26, 2024: Amber Dodson, the director of the New Mexico State Film Office, announced today that the growing new media project Meow Wolf will expand its immersive experience to Houston, TX. Led by Senior Creative Director Spencer Olsen (Omega Mart) and produced by Susie Cowan (Convergence Station), Meow Wolf Houston will be the fifth permanent immersive experience from the New Mexico-bas  more

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, April 27 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: The Department of Criminal Justice at New Mexico State University is partnering with the Tulsa Police Department (TPD) for a student internship program. TPD also will be on campus later this month. The paid internship offers students hands-on law enforcement experience while earning the final 15 credit hours needed for their bachelor's degrees in criminal justice. "Being in the criminal justice   more

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, April 27 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: Students from New Mexico State University's Graduate School were recognized earlier this week by the Dona Ana Board of County Commissioners with a proclamation that celebrates their remarkable achievements and engagement throughout the county. The proclamation highlights the impact of graduate students at NMSU and their diverse talents, perspective, and contribution to a dynamic and inclusive so  more

SANTA FE, New Mexico, April 27 (TNSres) -- Santa Fe County issued the following agency statement on April 26, 2024: * * * The Santa Fe County Economic Development Division, in collaboration with the Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Division and the County's Broadband Working Group is excited to announce a significant opportunity to improve broadband infrastructure and ensure reliable access to high-speed internet for all County residents. Recently, New Mexico secured over $675 million in B  more