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The New Mexico Independent going forward

By | 11.16.11

I am writing today to announce the closure of the New Mexico Independent. After three and a half years of operation in New Mexico, the board of the American Independent News Network, has decided to shift publication of its news…

EIB hears more anti-cap-and-trade testimony

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By | 11.10.11

While environmental activists played their part yesterday during demonstrations at the capitol building, going so far as to dress up as solar panels and to sing the tune of “You Are My Sunshine,” their counterparts, the anti-cap-and-trade contingency who has…

New Mexico’s largest university low in popularity

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By | 11.10.11

Roughly one quarter of University of New Mexico students are unimpressed with the state’s flagship public school, according to a survey that questioned college students about their higher education experiences.

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News from around the state

By | 04.30.10 | 10:44 am

New Mexico Business Weekly reports on the Property Assessed Clean Energy program, starting up this summer in Santa Fe.

The ex-director of the Curry County Jail is suing for being discriminated against as a black woman, says the…

News from around the state

By | 04.29.10 | 8:59 am

Rep. Harry Teague has received a pro-business award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, according to New Mexico Business Weekly.

Gov. Richardson’s charitable foundation gave its last donation to the Center for Civic Policy, The New Mexican reports.…

News from around the state

By | 04.28.10 | 10:21 am

The Santa Fe New Mexican reports that Santa Fe County has rejected all three affordable-housing proposals.

Secretary of Education Veronica Garcia has again threatened to suspend the Taos School Board’s authority because board members repeatedly usurped power of the…

News from around the state

By | 04.27.10 | 1:15 pm

The AP writes on state bishops’ criticisms of the new Arizona immigration law and the need for immigration reform.

The oil and gas industry has provided half of Susana Martinez’s campaign contributions, says the AP.

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News from around the state

By | 04.26.10 | 9:50 am

Ruidoso receives $2.4 million more in federal funding for a water treatment plant, says The Alamogordo Daily News.

The Las Vegas Optic reports on world-renowned scientist Jane Goodall’s visit to the United World College.

The AP reports that…

News from around the state

By | 04.23.10 | 11:15 am

New Mexico Business Weekly writes on a new advertising campaign urging New Mexicans to vacation in the state.

Los Alamos Monitor reports on the $1.5 million property tax reduction approved in Los Alamos County.

A Capitan health clinic…

News from around the state

By | 04.22.10 | 10:59 am

A legislative task force will focus on how to reorganize state government to avoid future financial crises, writes the AP.

New Mexico Business Weekly reports a 20% jump in Albuquerque home sales during the first quarter.

The AP…

News from around the state

By | 04.21.10 | 9:01 am

Belen lays off 25 percent of city workers because of a budget shortfall, says KOB-TV.

The Clovis News Journal reports that the Ute Water Project could begin construction next year.

The New Mexico Daily Lobo writes on the

News from around the state

By | 04.20.10 | 10:27 am

Albuquerque Public Schools may not lay off all 176 double-dippers, says The Albuquerque Journal.

KUNM reports on Sen. Bingman’s co-sponsored legislation that could relieve financial pressure facing school officials.

The Santa Fe New Mexican writes on the status

News from around the state

By | 04.19.10 | 9:15 am

The Rio Rancho Observer discusses how Rio Rancho will fill its $3.6 million budget gap, including installing red-light cameras and canceling popular events.

The Farmington Daily Times lists possible budget cuts as the Farmington City Council faces a…

News from around the state

By | 04.16.10 | 10:02 am

State Attorney General Gary King has added $60,000 to his campaign from personal loans, says The Los Alamos Monitor.

The Deming Headlight highlights local youth TEA Partiers and their conservative values.

The Las Vegas Optic follows the debate…

News from around the state

By | 04.15.10 | 12:11 pm

A federal report shows successes of the federal stimulus package in job creation and retention, says The New Mexico Business Weekly.

The Santa Fe New Mexico covers the 2010 Pig Book as the state slips from 6th to

News from around the state

By | 04.14.10 | 11:18 am

Sen. Udall’s recent visit to the Middle East has increased his concerns about the war, reports The Santa Fe New Mexican.

The state Attorney General has joined natural gas producers in their complaints against a gas pipeline monopoly,…

News from around the state

By | 04.13.10 | 10:02 am

The Santa Fe New Mexican reviews the difference an extra year can make in state high school graduation rates.

A Navajo water project promises access to running water for 10,000 people in two years, reports The Farmington Daily…

News from around the state

By | 04.12.10 | 9:29 am

Many San Juan County residents did not receive census questionnaires, reports The Farmington Daily Times.

The state Homeland Security Secretary has been appointed to a Federal Preparedness Task-force, says the AP.

The Deming Headlight covers the road to…

News from around the state

By | 04.09.10 | 11:36 am

Espanola’s new City Manager quits before his first day on the job, reports The Rio Grande Sun.

The Santa Fe New Mexican discusses the impact of “New Americans” on the state economy.

The Deming Headlight covers Gov. Richardson’s

News from around the state

By | 04.08.10 | 9:20 am

Lea County is becoming “Energy Plex” to attract the energy industry, says The Hobbs Sun-News.

KOB reports on Albuquerque Public School’s deep budget cuts in the face of a $43 million budget gap.

KUNM covers the state health

News from around the state

By | 04.07.10 | 10:21 am

The Clovis News Journal writes on state water issues regarding the Curry County Comission, New Mexico American Water, and state decisions.

The Los Alamos County Council has decided to try again for redevelopment at Trinity Site, writes the…

News from around the state

By | 04.06.10 | 9:58 am

The Clovis News Journal reports on new state regulations that could devastate many local dairy farmers.

State-sponsored workshops will be held across the state to teach how to audition for film roles, says the AP.

Doña Ana County…

Statewide News: Higher Ed at Higher Costs

By | 04.05.10 | 9:12 am

The Board of Regents has voted to increase tuition rates and student fees at The University of New Mexico, reports the Daily Lobo.

The Las Vegas Optic reviews tuition increases at Highlands University.

The Silver City Sun-News provides…