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Biochar, soil research focus of field day at NMSU’s Clovis science center
Biochar, a charcoal-like material prepared from crop and forest residue, can have a big impact on soil health for large- and small-scale farms in New Mexico. While research on how to effectively produce biochar for commercial purposes is still ongoing, growers can learn more about biochar and how it impacts soil health at this year’s field day at the New Mexico State University Agricultural Science Center in Clovis. Researchers will also present information on other soil science projects, as well as dairy industry updates and hay production. The field day will begin at 8 a.m. Aug. 6 at the center, which is located 13 miles north of Clovis on Highway 288.
Third wrong inmate recently released in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A Bernalillo County jail is investigating another inmate being wrongfully released from a facility. It's thethird time it has happened in July. The Metropolitan Detention Center said it incorrectly released Desiree Sanchez, 44, on Wednesday, July 24. She was booked on charges of armed robbery and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
Police standoff near Central Avenue in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — Police are responding to a wanted person barricaded at a motel in Albuquerque. Police said the suspect is at the Loma Verde Motel at the 7500 block of Central Avenue. Your neighborhood: Local news from KOAT Action 7 News. The Albuquerque Police Department also said its...
Suspect wanted for stealing cigarettes and liquor from a Circle K in Las Cruces
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — The Doña Ana County Sheriff's Office is looking for a man who they believe broke into a gas station in Las Cruces. The Doña Ana County Sheriff's Office believes that on Tuesday evening and early Wednesday, the man photographed below broke the glass door of a Circle K in the 2600 block of Doña Ana Road to steal cigarettes and liquor.
Farmington woman faces federal drug trafficking and firearm charges
(The Center Square) - A woman from Farmington, New Mexico, faces federal drug trafficking and firearms charges after law enforcement allegedly seized over half a kilogram of methamphetamine, thousands of suspected counterfeit pills, and multiple firearms from her. Law enforcement allegedly seized these drugs and firearms following a high-speed chase, according to the U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico. Tasheena Hoskie, 42, appeared before a federal judge last...
Locker 505 expecting thousands of kids this school year
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — For years,Locker 505 has provided shoes, pants, and other necessities for school children. However, they are expecting thousands of kids who need different items this year and are asking for the community's help throughout the school year. "It's very obvious that the need is statewide. It's...
National Roofing Company looking to fill open job positions
National Roofing Company aims to build a better New Mexico one roof at a time. Production manager, Tracey Gossett talked about her pivotal role in the company. As a production manager, Tracey oversees projects from start to finish. National Roofing Company has a wide variety of open positions. “They are...
National Night Out is Aug. 6
National Night Out – the annual event that promotes drug and crime prevention, strengthens community relations, and encourages neighborhood camaraderie – will be held Tuesday, Aug. 6, in downtown Las Cruces. The free and kid-friendly event is scheduled for 6-9 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2024, along Main Street...
New in town: Doña Ana County's first cannabis lab eases testing hurdles for local sellers
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KFOX14/CBS4) — Tucked away in the small town of Mesquite, New Mexico is the Baked Chicken Farm. Tony Miller is the co-owner of this operation, transforming what once used to be a farm for chickens into one of the biggest cannabis indoor growing facilities in the state.
Aggies can try new NMSU themed tequila
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Aggie fans can “wobble in their shoes” with this new New Mexico State University (NMSU) tequila. NM State Athletics and Tepozán Tequila collaborated to produce Tepozán Tequila: The Crimson Edition, according to NMSU in a news release. Aggies and fans can get their first taste of the tequila during a […]
Free immunizations offered ahead of first day of school
Sniffles, sneezes, coughs and colds. Rio Rancho Public Schools (RRPS) is urging parents and guardians to take advantage of the free immunization clinics offered through the New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) taking place right now in Sandoval County in advance of the first day of school, Aug. 6. Clinics...
Farmington Electric Utility worked to repair service
The Farmington Electric Utility could apply for FEMA funds of up to $600,000 after spending $495,000 on repairs after two storms in June, Electric Utility Director Hank Adair told the Farmington City Council during its regular meeting Tuesday. Adair said 3,300 people lost power June 19, and an additional 5,300...
Woman dies in one-vehicle crash, police investigating
Farmington Police are investigating a one-vehicle fatal crash called in at 4:04 a.m. Thursday. The crash happened near the intersection of Southside River Road and Browning Parkway, according to police spokeswoman Shanice Gonzales. On person died in the crash. “Nadine Vigil was thrown from a vehicle,” Gonzales said, adding she...
The Week Ahead in Beer: Downshift determined to revive Ruidoso
The good folks at Downshift Brewing, and everyone else down in Ruidoso, have been through the summer of hell, to put it mildly. No sooner had they started to recover from the South Fork Fire and Salt Fire, which combined to destroy 1,500 structures in town, but then came the monsoon rains and flash floods that have wiped out another 200 homes and counting. With both of their locations in downtown having made it through the fires and floods so far (knock on all nearby pieces of wood), Downshift is looking to their fellow breweries for a little help. The new Collective Good Ruidoso Recovery Beer Project is for breweries statewide to create a beer off the same kolsch-style recipe, with the proceeds going back to Ruidoso to help rebuild. We are encouraging the breweries of the Albuquerque metro area, Santa Fe, and beyond to join in this endeavor. More information can be found in the current New Mexico Brewers Guild newsletter, including a sign-up link and a PDF with even more details (if you do not receive that weekly email, contact us directly at nmdarksidebrewcrew@gmail.com and we will forward you the information). As for all of you beer lovers out there, until those beers are available for purchase, the best thing you can do is to take a weekend and head down to Ruidoso. Much of the town is safe and fully open. They need tourist dollars right now to keep all the local businesses, including Downshift and neighboring Lost Hiker Brewing, open and thriving. Just going down there to shop, eat, drink, and stay the night can be a huge help. We raise our glasses to Downshift, Lost Hiker, and everyone in Ruidoso writing their comeback story!
ABQ City Council looking to finalize spot for new Westside sports complex
Fifteen years in the making, the Westside Sports Complex appears to be approaching the finish line — at least when it comes to where it will be built. The Albuquerque City Council is expected to finalize the location for the complex at its Aug. 5 regular meeting. The city and state governments have earmarked more than $11.25 million for the project.
Albuquerque Downs prepares to take on Ruidoso Downs 2024 season
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – After wildfires and flooding tore through the Ruidoso area, Ruidoso Downs Race Track took a major hit, forcing them to move the rest of the season to Albuquerque Downs. Crews at Albuquerque Downs had less than a week to get ready for races to kick off Friday and it’s definitely been all […]
EPA, NM government offering debris removal for Ruidoso residents
RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – State and national government agencies will be helping property owners who were affected by the fires and the flooding around Ruidoso. The Environmental Protection Agency will be facilitating the clean-up process of household hazardous waste and professionally removing debris from residents’ property, all for free. The clean-up process will include two phases. […]
Baseball Earns ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award
New Mexico Baseball has been awarded the 2023-24 ABCA Team Academic Excellence Award, the organization announced Wednesday. Teams from every level of college and high school baseball — over 800 in total — were honored with this year’s award, which highlights programs coached by ABCA members that posted a GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale for the cumulative 2023-24 academic year. The Lobo baseball program posted a 3.435 cumulative GPA over the 2023-2024 academic year to qualify.
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