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Thursday, February 2, 2012

New Mexico News

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The Senate has confirmed several of Gov. Susana Martinez's nominees to the State Fair Commission although the administration drew sharp criticism for its handling of a lease for a new fairgrounds casino.
 
 
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The bill moved from one committee to the next this week, but without a “due pass.” That means lawmakers could add or take items out of the bill before it is voted.
 
Remember when Santa Fe-based organic seed/food company Seeds of Change got bought out by behemoth Mars, Inc? And everyone said it was just a cynical green-washing PR ploy? And they were right, because Mars shut the farm down and moved operations completely out of state, but retained the company’s made-from-scratch brand and feel-good history for itself?...
Source: Alibi Weblog
 
Published: 2012-02-01 22:37:57 GMT
 
Another week, another video from ClearlySK! This week she talks about early education and proposed legislative joint resolutions to help fund it! All while risking hypothermia!
www.youtube.com
 
It's important to invest in our future. We need to pass HJR15 and SJR9 so that we can properly fund early education programs!
USDA announces grants for rural business development - New Mexico Business Weekly
www.bizjournals.com
 
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development is accepting applications...
 
I'll be holding open office hours in Las Vegas this Saturday. Check out my website for all the details. Hope to see you there.
www.lujan.house.gov
 
Rep. Luján will hold open office hours on Saturday, February 4, from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at his district office in Las Vegas. Luján and his staff will be available to meet with constituents to assist them with casework and discuss issues of concern so he can continue to be a powerful voice  


One of the tidbits in this week’s Council Watch got a lot of attention. Albuquerque is going to build a line from a local dump to our Westside lockup. The excess methane that’s usually burned off at the landfill with be used to heat water in the jail’s boiler room....
Source: Alibi Weblog
 
Published: 2012-02-01 20:54:10 GMT
 
Alibi travel writer Elizabeth W. Hughes drove around New Mexico to find hot soaks in the cold weather. This week’s column marks the second installation of her day-trip getaway spring and tub series: A steamy good time. Get thee to warmth and relaxation....
Source: Alibi Weblog
 
Published: 2012-02-01 20:36:53 GMT
 
NMSU Sunflower Workshop (Cochiti), 2/16, 5:00pm
www.mrcog-nm.gov
 
Time to get this project moving again.... we have the same group of experts from New Mexico State University ready to travel to us for the Sunflower Workshop that was cancelled due to bad weather back in early December.  

Learn more about water pollution & water sustainability. Fri & Sat, Feb. 10-11, @ South Broadway Cultural Center, 1025 Broadway Blvd. SE., Albuquerque. FREE.
www.cabq.gov
 
Two days of films and discussion regarding water issues in New Mexico.
 
Via Rio Grande Community Farm: We're kicking off our Share the Harvest campaign. For Valentine's Day this year, share your love by joining our Cause and making a donation. For every dollar donated, one pound of our fresh, organic produce will be delivered to a food pantry in Albuquerque.
www.causes.com
 
To improve the health of our community through sustainable agriculture, fresh food, and education.
 
KOAT shared a link.
www.koat.com
 
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- A suspected con artist wanted for allegedly scamming people out of $100 million could be hiding out in New Mexico Wednesday, February 1, 2012.
 
 
‎"Farm & Ranch Heritage Museum adjusts to urban spraw"l - Las Cruces Sun-News
www.lcsun-news.com
 
LAS CRUCES - There are a couple of simple rules to follow on New Mexico ranches
 
Local Food in New Mexico shared a link.
www.nationofchange.org
 
It’s time to prepare for spring. The Arab Spring in the Middle East continues to move forward year round. Does the occupy movement stand for something positive or something negative?  


Connect with NM’s largest Food Processor network!
February 10th, 11:30-3:00
The South Valley Economic Development Center- 318 Isleta Blvd SW, 87105
Only 15 slots remaining!
Apply for your spot today by emailing
CONTACT: Brandon Stam, South Valley Economic Development Center, 505.301.3689, BrandonS@SVEDC.org
www.mrcog-nm.gov
 
Over the last six years, the South Valley Economic Development has worked to bring retail buyers, business resources, lending resources, and food entrepreneurs together. Now we’re extending an invitation to a select few rural processors around NM to participate, 
 
Central New Mexico LandLink is featued in the recent NM Green Chamber of Commerce newsletter!!
campaign.r20.constantcontact.com
The New Mexico Legislative Session is in full-swing with important bills that affect your business being considered every day. This Friday, we hold our annual Legislative Action Day so legislators can hear from their business constituents directly (see details below). Please join us.
 
Please join us at this workshop for farmers and ranchers to explore production strategies and marketing opportunities.
Saturday, February 4th
9:00am to 4:30pm
(registration begins at 8:45)
Rural Events Center
Abiquiu, NM
campaign.r20.constantcontact.com
 
NMPolitics.net shared a link.
www.nmpolitics.net
 
VIDEO: By Gwyneth Doland • Analysis • The budget was moving through the House at about the usual speed until Monday, when Republicans balked at what had been a tentative deal. Democrats said they were shocked and disappointed that their deal fell through; Republicans were forced to awkwardly backtrack
 
New Mexico Green Chamber of Commerce shared a link.
nmgreenchamber.com
The New Mexico Legislative Session is in full-swing with important bills that affect your business being considered every day. This Friday, we hold our annual Legislative Action Day so legislators can hear from their business constituents directly (see details below). Please join us.
 
Take a look at this new prison gang that's growing in correctional facilities around the state.
www.koat.com
 
Prison officials warned residents about the new prison gang that's threatening to spill over into the community.

 
New Mexico Magazine and Albuquerque shared a link.
www.itsatrip.org
 
New Mexico Black History month will present a slate of events that cover five focus areas: arts and culture, cuisine, education, positive youth development and health. There is something for everyone here...Enjoy and celebrate with us!
Today we celebrate the beginning of February and the start of Black History Month. The folks at New Mexico Black History Month have put together a great program of activities and events that celebrate the traditions, heritage and major contributions of African Americans in the state of New Mexico. There's a little something for everyone (from art exhibits to a sweet potato pie contest!) so make sure you get out and enjoy. Happy February!
NMPolitics.net shared a link.
www.nmpolitics.net
 
By Daniel Ulibarri • Commentary • Enacting tax-credit scholarship legislation will enable lower-income and special-needs students to attend schools that will better meet their needs
 
 
 
New Mexico MarketPlace shared a link.
nmmarketplace.upickem.net
You only have until 2/10 to enter to win a dozen roses, a candy bouquet and a three course dinner for two! Enter soon! http://www.nmmarketplace.com/valentines2012/
From San Juan County to Union County and everywhere in between, workers in Northern New Mexico will keep hundreds of dollars in their pocket this year once Congress passes an extension of the payroll tax cut. During this difficult economic time, that money will go a long way for a family struggling to make ends meet.
www.lujan.house.gov
 
Rep. Luján called for the swift passage of a payroll tax cut extension that will provide tax relief to 900,000 New Mexicans for the rest of the year. A new report released by the Joint Economic Committee highlights the impact a ten-month extension of the tax cut will have on workers across New Mexico
 
One North Valley family had their legal documents stolen from their home. Click "Like" if you have a special hiding place for your personal documents.
www.koat.com
 
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- Police say burglars ransacked a home in the North Valley and took the all of the family members' legal documents. Tuesday, January 31, 2012.
 
 
 

Gallup area news

Gallup Gay Pride Presents: Red Hot and Fabulous! Celebrate The Holiday of love on Friday February, 10th, 2012 at Sports Page lounge at 9pm. $2 Cover charge, must be 21 and older to enter! all proceeds will be going to this years Gallup Gay Pride Fest 2012. For more information contact gallup pride or allison wonderland at allison_wonderland90@yahoo.com. Dress in Red! it will be feirce!
Show your support AGAINST animal cruelty for the month of February 2012 -- change your profile picture to a photo of your pet (or one from your local shelter/rescue organization). Support your local animal shelter...I support Gallup McKinley County Humane Society!
Local Food in New Mexico shared a link.
www.foodfamilyfarming.org
 
The Healthy Breakfast-4-Kids (HB4K) goal is to create and improve access to breakfast in schools nationwide as a means to lessen the huge negative impact of hungry children across our nation. In 2012 Food Family Farming Foundation (F3) and Walmart Foundation are partnering to grant 117 $2500
Rural Energy for America Program deadlines have been announced for FY 2012
www.mrcog-nm.gov
 
Energy Partners: The USDA-Rural Development’s Rural Energy for America Program funding notice, with deadlines, was announced on Friday, January 20, 2012. This program provides grants and loan guarantees to promote non-residential energy-related projects by agricultural producers, small businesses...

POLITICS

P-card abuse empties tribal office's budget

http://www.navajotimes.com/politics/2012/0112/012612pcard.php
 
navajotimes.com
A December 2011 audit reveals that an employee, who worked in DED's Real Estate Department, allegedly used the card to buy designer handbags, perfume, cosmetics, Pendleton bags and blankets, jewelry, tickets to the National Finals Rodeo, ceiling fans, groceries, appliances, baby items, pet food and ...
www.KOB.com
The former Farmington tourism director under investigation for stealing money has been reported missing.
 
Mapping & Mining the Field: Crop Budgeting/Metrics/Planning -WORKSHOP
When: February 8th, 4:00-6:00pm
Who: Open to the public
Where: Bernalillo County Extension Offices (1510 Menaul Ext BLVD NW)
How Much: Free (Participants must register for the course. Class size limited to 20)
...See More
www.abqmarkets.org
 
 

Wednesday, February 1, 2012

international news


While Iran gives cautious signs that it's willing to consider negotiations with western nations, and the E.U. and U.S. increase the sanctions against the country in an effort to halt its nuclear ambitions, Iranians worry their country is hurtling toward war.
 
PRI's Living on Earth shared a link.
www.loe.org
 
Mozambique is among the African countries most vulnerable to extreme weather events. Cyclones, droughts, and floods have destroyed homes and crops. The organization Save the Children has partnered with the government to promote programs aimed at making the local economy less contingent on the weather
 
 
Here's an interesting look at the European Debt Crisis with an amazingly well done info graphic.
demonocracy.info
Visualized: PIIGS debt per lender, stacked in $100 bills - The European Super Highway of Debt
 
 

National News

KUYI Hopi Public Radio and National Museum of the American Indian shared a link.
www.eastvalleytribune.com
 
There are a number of popular films that feature food in their titles: “Mystic Pizza,” “Fried Green Tomatoes,” “American Pie.” But frybread?

According to various media reports, Mitt Romney won the Florida Republican Primary. Newt Gingrich a distant second, Rick Santorum third and Ron Paul fourth.
www.pri.org
 
As the Florida primary results continue to pour in, several major national news outlets are projecting that Mitt Romney won big in Florida today. Newt Gingrich was projected to come in third, followed by Rick Santorum and then Ron Paul.
 
Monitoring the Florida primary results? While we wait for final results, check out this article from The New York Times, looking at what Mitt Romney's expected victory in Florida might mean for him in the longrun.
thecaucus.blogs.nytimes.com
Polls suggest that Mitt Romney's standing among many voters has slipped during a bruising nominating fight.
 
Cherokee Freedmen: One Year Later

The Cherokee, along with Choctaw, Chickasaw, Creek and Seminole Nations collectively became known as the “Five Civilized Tribes” because they adopted many conventions of the south, including ownership of black slaves. Read more:

http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/ict_sbc/cherokee-freedment-one-year-later?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=cherokee-freedment-one-year-later&utm_campaign=fb-posts
 
New resource! "The Center for HIV Law and Policy Releases First Set of Standards for the Sexual Health Care of Youth in Detention and Foster Care Centers" TEENSENSE: Advancing the Sexual Health Rights of Youth in State Custody
www.hivlawandpolicy.org
 
CENTER FOR HIV LAW AND POLICY RELEASES FIRST SET OF STANDARDS FOR THE SEXUAL HEALTH CARE OF YOUTH IN DETENTION AND FOSTER CARE CENTERSGuidance Will Help State-Licensed Facilities Address Gap in Health Care Services For At-Risk Youth in Custody 
 
 
ENERGY INNOVATION
Super Hot Salt: A Super Cool Solar Technology Innovation
Largest Solar Storage Deal in the World Paves Way for Baseload Solar http://scienceprogress.org/2012/01/super-hot-salt-a-super-cool-solar-technology-innovation/
 
Another heads up from Ken Hughes. You got to see this photo
. David
scienceprogress.orgPolicymakers and energy industry experts often talk about clean energy as though it isn’t reliable. In fact, while an MIT study recently found the existing grid would probably be up to the challenge of absorbing clean energy, intermittency does present a real challenge 
 
How many times have politicians interrupted your dinner with a political robocall? If you haven't dealt with it lately, you're one of the lucky ones. A new website wants to try and help you out by offering reverse robocalling services for you to use on politicians.
www.pri.org
 
As Florida voters head to the polls today, they're probably thankful that, if nothing else, the political calls they've been getting will likely come to an end.

 
 

New Mexico News

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Republican Gov. Susana Martinez and her allies are making another appeal to the Legislature to overturn a New Mexico law allowing driver's licenses for illegal immigrants.
 
 
In the past 100 years, our readers have lived in dugout houses, attended rattlesnake derbies, become the first Miss Northern Navajo Fair, and more. Read your memories since statehood in "Our Centennial Memoir."
www.nmmagazine.com
Our Collective Memoir: To Celebrate New Mexico's Centennial, we invited readers to share memories that resonate with the history of the state.
 
www.KOB.com
Governor Susana Martinez said a suspected child killer's own foolishness put him behind bars.
 
Today, we announced the arrest of Noe Torres -- a suspected child killer who had been on the run for 6 years. I'm grateful for the help of Chihuahua Governor Cesar Duarte and the tireless efforts of DA Matt Chandler.

Most importantly, Carlos Perez -- who was murdered the day before his 11th birthday -- deserves justice. And now he can have his day in court.
www.capitolreportnewmexico.com
 
Capitol Report New Mexico
 
NMPolitics.net shared a link.
www.nmpolitics.net
 
By Raúl E. Burciaga • Commentary • The governor is free to maintain a permanent exhibit of photographs of children up for adoption in the Governor’s Gallery.

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Lawmakers have shelved a proposal to require teachers and other public workers to take unpaid leave or annual leave from their jobs if they serve in the Legislature.
 
NMPolitics.net shared a link.
www.nmpolitics.net
 
By Heath Haussamen • News • I was on the radio program New Mexico News and Views this afternoon to talk about what’s going on at the Roundhouse, new polling in the U.S. Senate race and more. Click on the headline to listen.
 
www.KOB.com
State lawmakers are struggling to reach a compromise on the budget as the 30-day legislative session hits the halfway point.
 
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New Mexico regulators have approved a $21.5 million rate increase for New Mexico Gas Co.
 
KOAT shared a link.
www.koat.com
 
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- Authorities are investigating a suspicious package received through the mail at an undisclosed location on the University of New Mexico's campus. Tuesday, January 31, 2012.
 
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Proposals to overhaul a scandal-plagued state regulatory agency are off to a fast start in the Legislature.
 
Hey Lobos, check out our monthly music guide. Be sure to let us know if we missed anything important.
http://www.dailylobo.com/index.php/article/2012/01/for_your_ears
 
www.dailylobo.com
 
The Lemonheads have clung to their punk roots since their start in the mid 80s. However, because it’s been a kind of revolving door of members for all but one person in the band, their sound has morphed into a generic alternative rock.
 
TONIGHT 7pm-5.1: NEW MEXICO IN FOCUS – Sturm! Drang! The 2012 Legislative Session Continues! #nmleg http://bit.ly/ar5jUk/
 
http://ow.ly/i/rcS8
 
 
NMPolitics.net shared a link.
www.nmpolitics.net
 
By Heath Haussamen • News • A new, bipartisan poll finds Martin Heinrich and Heather Wilson essentially tied in a potential U.S. Senate match-up and a high approval rating for Gov. Susana Martinez.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Gallup area news

Koshare has returned from repair, and will be in Durango this weekend for the Snowdown Rally.
Gallup Solar Community Newsletter January 2012
us2.campaign-archive2.comCan you see the stars from your house in Gallup? Should we become a Dark Sky Community like our neighbor, Flagstaff, the first International Dark Sky Community (IDSC)? We would retrofit all lighting so that light is directed only where it is needed and we would save energy! 


Non-profit Diné bi Siihasin (Diné Hope) created as an umbrella organization for nonprofit orgs. interested in improving the housing and infrastructure situation on the Navajo Nation; Clara Pratte, confirmed by Navajo Nation Council as executive director of the Navajo Nation Washington Office; Hopi Tribe filed a complaint in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims seeking damages for high levels of arsenic in drinking water; 49 students at Tséhootsooí Middle School inducted in National Junior Honor Society; and the world premiere of "More than Frybread" is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 3 at 7p.m. at the Chandler WildHorse Pass and Casino.
www.youtube.com
 
Non-profit Diné bi Siihasin (Diné Hope) created as an umbrella organization for nonprofit orgs. interested in improving the housing and infrastructure 

http://www.daily-times.com/ci_19832844
 
www.daily-times.com
 
FARMINGTON — The Navajo Nation Council on Tuesday voted unanimously in favor of an act that protects vulnerable adults from discrimination, abuse, retaliation, exploitation and neglect.
 
 

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

international news

When a body is cremated, if it has any metal parts, like a titanium hip, those metal parts are left behind. For years those parts were either buried in old graves or sent to the dump. But a Dutch company, OrthoMetals, has a business that gathers those materials and processes them for industrial reuse, sending the proceeds to charity. Via PRI's The World.
www.pri.org
 
When a body is cremated, if it has any metal parts, like a titanium hip, those metal parts are left behind. For years it was either buried in graves or sent to the dump. But a Dutch company, OrthoMetals, has a business that gathers those materials 

Solar Flare Shoots Away From Earth—Luckily

It is just the latest in what promises to be a pretty steady show as the sun enters a peak activity period, scientists say. They could even spruce up the aurora borealis as often as once a month. Read more:

http://indiancountrytodaymedianetwork.com/2012/01/31/x-class-solar-flare-shoots-away-from-earth-luckily-94988?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=x-class-solar-flare-shoots-away-from-earth-luckily-94988&utm_campaign=fb-posts
 
We're trying to get to 1,000 fans on our new Women's Leadership page to welcome February and build our network of allies working for a redefinition of leadership. Won't you join us and spread the word?
Bioneers Moonrise Women’s Leadership works to increase the capacity of women of all ages, backgrounds and ethnicities to step into greater leadership to effect progressive environmental and social change. Moonrise Women's Leadership serves to celebrate and help restore value to those aspects of our human capacity that have previously been relegated to the domain of the “feminine,” and have therefore been systematically devalued and denigrated in all people, to the detriment of our collective future, and our culture. If you'd like to contact us, you can write us at women@bioneers.org