Daily Postcard: Smoky Sunrise Viewed From Quemazon
Daily Postcard: A smoky sunrise viewed Tuesday from Quemazon. Photo by DWDecker Read More
Economic Development Dept. Awards $125,000 Start Up Grants To 5 New Mexico Science & Technology Companies
EDD News:
SANTA FE — Economic Development Department’s (EDD) Cabinet Secretary Alicia J. Keyes announced that five New Mexico, high-growth potential companies were awarded Science & Technology Business Start Up Grants at $25,000 each.
Science & Technology Business Start Up Grants are available to New Mexico-based for profit science and technology companies with fewer than 50 employees. Eligible businesses must work in one of the following fields: aerospace, biosciences, cybersecurity, intelligent manufacturing, and sustainable and green energy.
The grant specifically Read More
New Mexico Heart Walk Day Of Celebration Saturday June 12
AHA News:
ALBUQUERQUE — The date June 12, 2021, has been designated “American Heart Association Day” with a proclamation issued recently by New Mexico Gov. Michelle Grisham.
On that day, thousands of New Mexicans will come together for the New Mexico Heart Walk, the signature event of the American Heart Association (AHA), the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all.
“We are moved that the governor chose to honor the New Mexico Heart Walk as a statewide day of celebration in the name of the American Heart Association,” said Sherri Wells, executive director Read More
Daily Postcard: Fragrant Honeysuckles Bloom In White Rock
Daily Postcard: Fragrant honeysuckles are spotted blooming during an early morning walk Monday in White Rock. Honeysuckles are a group of vigorous woody vines and shrubs that can be grown nearly anywhere. As a rule, they produce abundant foliage, flowers and fruit, and are nearly indestructible. The latter also explains why certain species of honeysuckle can quickly get out of control and become a pest in the landscape. Source: Curators of the University of Missouri. Photo by Nancy Ann Hibbs Read More
Celebrate Pollinators At PEEC’s Trivia Tuesday Game June 8
Join PEEC and the Xerces Society for Trivia Tuesday at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 8. June’s theme is pollinators. Compete for prizes like Chamber Checks from the Los Alamos Chamber of Commerce while playing a fun, interactive game. Be sure to take advantage of a special Trivia Tuesday offer from Bathtub Row Brewing Co-op, too! Courtesy/PEEC
PEEC News:
Test your nature knowledge at Trivia Tuesday with the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 8.
Learn something new, challenge friends and compete for prizes at this fun, interactive event. June’s trivia theme is pollinators Read More
Heinrich Calls For Action As Texas Commission Considers Permit Decision Opening Door To Hazardous Air Pollution
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:
WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) is calling on U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan to evaluate whether El Paso Electric’s air quality permit request puts El Paso and Doña Ana Counties at risk for hazardous air pollution and emissions, affecting the health and safety of residents in southern New Mexico that have already been subjected to declining air quality.
The permit decision, currently before the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), would grant El Paso Read More
Daily Postcard: Colorful View Of Ashley Pond Park
Daily Postcard: Colorful view Saturday of Ashley Pond Park. Photo by Norma Smith Read More
Bear Spotted Sauntering Along Rendija Trail Today
A bear spotted this morning on the Rendija Trail in Rendija Canyon. The bear was calmly walking along the trail heading toward Guaje Pines, appearing disinterested in hikers. It continued on its way ignoring hikers walking a ways behind him. Courtesy/Aidan Monteith, using telephoto setting. Read More
Heron With Chicks Spotted In Nest In The Jemez
A heron is spotted recently with two of its four chicks in a nest in a tree in the Jemez. Photo by Keith Kihara Read More
Sen. Heinrich Urges New Mexico Game Commission To Deny Applications To Block Public Stream Access
U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich
From the Office of U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, is urging the New Mexico State Game Commission to deny pending applications from landowners seeking state certifications that rivers crossing their property are non-navigable and therefore closed to the public.
In a letter to the Commission Friday, Sen. Heinrich writes that if the Commission were to grant the applications to deny public stream access it would open the door to giving “wealthy private Read More
Daily Postcard: Aspen Trees All Abloom In Jemez
Daily Postcard: Aspen trees are all abloom during a resent visit to the Jemez. Photo by Shari Mills Read More
Heinrich, Luján Welcome $1 Million For NMSU To Support Clean Energy Technology Development And Jobs
U.S. SENATE News:
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) announced that the Arrowhead Center at New Mexico State University (NMSU) will receive $1 million in new funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to encourage the growth of new high-tech jobs in New Mexico. The award is part of DOE’s Energy Program for Innovation Clusters (EPIC).
“Clean energy market forces – and the economic opportunities that come with them – are here. It’s time to ensure that New Mexico is best positioned to dive right in,” Heinrich said. “I’m proud to support this Read More
Northern Pygmy-Owl Spotted Deep In Pueblo Canyon
A little Northern Pygmy-Owl is spotted perched on a tree branch last Sunday deep in Pueblo Canyon. Follow Jonathan Dowell’s photography on Instagram @SnowyEgretPhotography, and learn more about nature at the PEEC Los Alamos Nature Center. Photo by Jonathan DowellSFNF Acquiring Historic Ranch Near Jemez Springs
The Village of Jemez Springs is almost completely surrounded by the Valley of the Spirit Ranch, which has hindered the public’s access to adjacent forest lands. Courtesy/USDA Forest Service
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — Nestled between spires of volcanic tuff and red rock mesas in the Jemez River Valley, the private property that surrounds the Village of Jemez Springs will become part of the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) in one of the largest acquisitions in the forest’s history.
Known as the Valley of the Spirit Ranch, the two parcels of land on both sides of the Jemez River will not only add 2,012 acres Read More
NMGF: Public Reminded To Leave Young Wildlife Alone
NMGF News:
Spring in New Mexico is an exciting time for wildlife. This is the time of year when most babies are born. The New Mexico Department of Game and Fish (NMGF) reminds the public to leave alone any deer or antelope fawns, elk calves, bear cubs or other wild animals they may find.
Most young-of-the-year wildlife that people discover are simply hiding while awaiting their parents’ return from foraging nearby.
Removing these young animals can cost them their lives, warned NMGF deer biologist Orrin Duvuvuei.
“For about a week after birth, young wildlife exhibit hiding behaviors to avoid detection Read More
Daily Postcard: Lizard Rests Near Flowers In White Rock
Daily Postcard: A lizard sits near flowers blooming Friday on Aster Street in White Rock. Photo by Joyce Wolff Read More
Fireworks Restrictions In Los Alamos Take Effect June 8
Fireworks restrictions in Los Alamos to take effect June 8 due to exceptional drought intensity. Courtesy photo
Editor’s note: The annual Kiwanis 4th of July Extravaganza is tentatively scheduled for Labor Day weekend in September.
COUNTY News:
The below PROCLAMATION will be considered by the Los Alamos County Council at its Tuesday, June 8 meeting, at the request of Los Alamos Fire Marshal Wendy Servey.
WHEREAS:
the weather in North Central New Mexico including Los Alamos County, has been extremely dry, resulting in conditions of exceptional drought in Los Alamos County; 47.8% of the State Read More
Spend National Trails Day On Santa Fe National Forest
SFNF News:
SANTA FE — This Saturday, June 5, is National Trails Day®, a day when thousands of people come together across the country to advocate for, maintain and clean up public lands and trails.
New Mexico Volunteers for the Outdoors (NMVFO) and the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) are sponsoring two trail maintenance events in the Pecos Wilderness on National Trails Day to highlight the value of trails and outdoor recreation in general to our collective well-being.
To participate in one of these events, register today:
- Holy Ghost Trail near Tererro. Volunteers will be cutting back brush,
Meet Raptors From New Mexico Wildlife Center At PEEC’s First Summer Family Evening Of 2021 Wednesday June 9
The Nature Center hosts the first Summer Family Evening of 2021 Wednesday, June 9. Photo by Thomas Graves
PEEC News:
Join the Pajarito Environmental Education Center (PEEC) for the first Summer Family Evening of 2021 Wednesday, June 9.
This family-friendly event will feature birds from the New Mexico Wildlife Center. Learn about the lives of rescued birds, responsible rehabilitation, what to do if you ever find an injured animal and more. Thanks to the Del Norte LOV Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Del Norte Credit Union, for sponsoring Summer Family Evenings in 2021.
Advance registration Read More
