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Ruidoso community asked to refrain from using fireworks
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — With the Fourth of July holiday coming up, the New Mexico Forestry Division is asking the community to refrain from using fireworks as they can cause new fires. The Forestry Division says fireworks are always prohibited at the Lincoln National Forest and fireworks are only allowed as part of an […]
Josh Berry to race for Wood Brothers Racing in 2025
CONCORD, N.C. — Josh Berry will join Wood Brothers Racing in 2025 and race their No. 21 Ford Mustang Dark Horse in the NASCAR Cup Series. The organization made the announcement Wednesday. Team executive Jon Wood reportedly described Berry as the top candidate the whole time. The announcement leaves...
Hurricane Beryl: 'Bullseye' heading for south Texas after 'Armageddon-like' trail of destruction
Hurricane Beryl could hit southern Texas as early as next week, which could prove deadly for the Southwestern U.S. state after the storm wreaked havoc on several Caribbean island nations earlier this week
NM Attorney General warns about fire-related price gouging and fraud
Attorney General Raúl Torrez warned that any attempts at price gouging and defrauding victims of recent wildfires would face swift legal action. Torrez spoke from Ruidoso, where he was meeting with local officials. He said his department has been receiving reports from Roswell, Alamogordo and even Albuquerque of price increases in hotels.
University of New Mexico invests in funds with shares in Israeli companies
The University of New Mexico invests in at least two mutual funds that own shares in Israeli companies, according to a list of investments within the funds obtained by the Daily Lobo through a public records request. UNM also holds bonds in a weapons manufacturer that supplies the Israel Defense Forces — the national military […] The post University of New Mexico invests in funds with shares in Israeli companies appeared first on Source New Mexico.
Amarillo Parks and Rec brings firework and drone show back to John Stiff Park
AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Amarillo Parks and Recreation are bringing back the beloved firework and drone show to John Stiff Park with the Independence Day +1 celebration. “It’s something the community has been wanting for awhile, so I know we’ve heard nothing but, ‘Hey, are you guys going to do a Fourth of July show?’ So we know with city council’s support as well as a lot of other departments we’re able to put this together,” said Kelsey Sargent recreation and special events supervisor.
The War and Treaty Reveal Anger And Sadness After Discovering Cotton Plant In Texas Dressing Room
The duo that is The War and Treaty have quickly made a name for themselves as musicians. However, as Darius Rucker recently pointed out, racism still exists. The duo were both angered and saddened when they discovered a cotton plant in their dressing room. They were performing at the Coca-Cola Sips & Sounds Music Festival in Austin, Texas.
Briefly drier on July 4th for most
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – Quieter weather conditions will prevail for most on this Independence Day as despite few clusters of thunderstorms forming yesterday, nearly everyone isn’t only just starting off rain-free, but also, starting off much clearer from clouds despite some broken clouds in southern New Mexico. A few thunderstorms are possible in the southern half […]
Go inside the race to bring electricity to one of the poorest regions in the US
As temperatures rise, power crews working on behalf of the nonprofit organization Light Up Navajo are racing to connect homes in the Navajo Nation to the power grid. CNN’s Ed Lavandera speaks to residents of one New Mexico community about the arrival of the life-changing service.
Searching for solutions: In New Mexico, researchers seek to make brackish water a viable supply
Heading through eastern New Mexico, dairy cattle can be seen in farms beside the highway while flashing lights illuminate the wind farms at night. Large sprinklers irrigate the crop circles where, in the spring, the endangered lesser prairie chickens may venture out of the brush onto the fields to dance while keeping a close eye on the sky for the hawks that hunt overhead.
New Mexico cracks down on hotel price gouging amid Ruidoso wildfire crisis
ROSWELL, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — The New Mexico Department of Justice announced Wednesday that it has sent cease-and-desist letters to several hotels serving those affected by the Ruidoso wildfires following a spate of complaints about price gouging. Following a press conference it held last Wednesday regarding bad-faith consumer practices in...
KRQE Newsfeed: Overriding mayor’s veto, Deputy arrest video, Drier July 4, Amazon expands, Freedom Fourth
Thursday’s Top Stories Thursday’s Five Facts [1] Albuquerque mayor vetoes plan to change election thresholds; city council may override decision – Albuquerque City Councilor Dan Lewis says the council plans to override Mayor Tim Keller’s veto. City councilors recently approved a ballot measure to let voters decide if the election for mayor and city council seats should […]
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