Good deal, bad democracy—T or C City Commission purchases PNC Bank building for $430,000
Whether you agree or not with the purchase, the lack of transparency in the process should give you pause, if you care about democracy.
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Political considerations, 7.25.24
Will the New Mexico Legislature's acrimonious special session called by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham affect legislative races in the general election this fall?
Stuff you need to know, 7.24.24
Studies suggest climate change is increasing the risk that severe rainfall comes in the wake of wildfires. The Washington Post examines whether Ruidoso, New Mexico's devastation by fire and flooding is a bellwether for the entire West. Plus: Sunday's *other* earthshaking news.
Political considerations, 7.23.24
How the “Trump-era Energy Dominance Agenda" outlined in Project 2025's policy handbook will "deconstruct" the administrative state that protects land, water and wildlife in the Western states.
Wastewater treatment plant upgrades is number one on T or C’s Infrastructure Capital Improvements Plan for 2026-2030
It would seem we already upgraded the wastewater treatment plant, spending $11 million between 2016 and 2020. Now we need another $10 million in upgrades?
“Colt Stragoon” at Hillsboro Community Center
Set aside Sunday August 11th for the sounds of “Colt Stratton” at the Hillsboro Community Center as part of their Summer Concert Series.
The Gila wilderness celebration continues
This past year was occupied with many activities acknowledging the importance of the Gila Wilderness and its centennial. What was revealed was the interweaving of so many related topics all related to thinking about Wilderness. This article covers a new related program from the New Mexico Humanities Council.
Stuff you need to know, 7.19.24
Nogal Canyon Bridge on I-25 linking Sierra County to Socorro County and beyond will be replaced after more than 50 years of use. Plus: Yesterday's special legislative session accomplished little and cost New Mexico taxpayers a lot.
Stuff you need to know, 7.18.24
FEMA agrees to deliver temporary housing for the Ruidosa area's burned out residents.
Political considerations, 7.18.24
An update on the campaign war chests that have been amassed by New Mexico's Democratic incumbent for the U.S. Senate and for the 2nd Congressional District vs. those of their Republican opponents
Stuff you need to know, 7.17.24
Las Cruces's Memorial Medical Center is under investigation for possible consumer protection violations.
The Rifters in Hillsboro
The Hillsboro Community Center will be hosting The Rifters this Saturday -- July 20th -- as part of their Summer Concert Series.